Dublin Decoded on the radio… how will we sound? (Gulp)

Yesterday I made my first appearance on radio, live from the gloomy majesty of old Saint Patrick’s Cathedral here in Dublin.  It was both a great privilege and, quite frankly, absolutely terrifying. Hang on, does one even “appear” on radio? Oh well, anyway.    I was in Saint Patrick’s as the guest contributor to the lovely DublinCity FM radio… Read More Dublin Decoded on the radio… how will we sound? (Gulp)

Addendum: “Be Honest with Yourself… ” & Kitchener versus Beckett.

Just a few days after posting on First World War recruitment posters, (seen at an exhibition in Collins Barrack in Dublin) it is now Saint Patrick’s weekend here in Dublin.  Earlier today, myself and a friend participate in a treasure hunt around the city, and on our tour, we come across this image above.  I felt… Read More Addendum: “Be Honest with Yourself… ” & Kitchener versus Beckett.

Autumn, when Dublin comes to Life. a little picture essay of Pearse St.

Every autumn, there are two wonderful events in Dublin. The first, in September is called “Culture Night” which is pretty self-explanatory but covers all the arts.   The second event is called “Open House”.  It aims to interest and engage and to give people direct access to architecture, from old medieval and Georgian buildings, to the latest bits of… Read More Autumn, when Dublin comes to Life. a little picture essay of Pearse St.