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Podcast: Irish History Podcast
Episode: The Irish Wake: A History
Description: The Irish funeral wake is a unique tradition where family and friends gather around the body of the deceased to share stories, remember their life, and celebrate their legacy. Often resembling a lively party with plenty of drink, this ritual is both a farewell and a celebration.Predating Christianity, the Irish wake stretches back thousands of years. In this episode, recorded at the Irish Wake Museum in Waterford, Donnchad Ó Ceallacháin and ClÃona Purcell join Fin Dwyer to explore the fascinating history behind this enduring Irish custom.ClÃona and Donnchad are cura...