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The Witch Saga

Desmond Lynch

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The Witch Saga features a variety of audio programs, both fiction and non fiction alike. The Witch and the Orchard, a dark fantasy three episode mini-series that follows a Witch who us hired by a shady lord to remove a curse from his land. The Witch Chronicles, an anthology series of short audio dramas that focus on the many different characters that inhabit the world of Teramor. How I Made the Witch and the Orchard, a behind the scenes commentary series in which the creator breaks down each ...
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The Irish History Show

Cathal Brennan and John Dorney

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The Irish History Show is presented and produced by Cathal Brennan and John Dorney. The show looks at many different aspects of Irish history with expert guests from a variety of backgrounds and disciplines.
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We have reached a very special milestone on the Irish History Show as this is our 100th episode! We discussed setting up the show and how it has evolved over the years. Our thanks to Near FM for originally broadcasting the show and our special thanks to all the amazing guests we’ve had over the years. We remember our favourite episodes and subjects…
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Having ventured to a seaside town in search of a mystery, a newsgatherer gets more than he bargains for when bodies wash up on the beach- and begin to move The Witch Chronicles is an anthology series of short stories that take place in the world of Teramor. It is the same setting in which the Witch and the Orchard and Death to Dorkau is set in. If …
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In this episode Oliver Mumford speaks with the Chair of Trustees at the National Education Museum, Anne Swift. Anne discusses the ideas behind the Museum's foundation, its development, and future. The significance of a new national museum, dedicated to the history of education in England and Wales is considered along with its current relevance. Not…
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In this episode Professor Rosalind Crone of the Open University joins Oliver Mumford to discuss her book Illiterate Inmates: Educating Criminals in Nineteenth Century England. The book was awarded the 2023 Anne Bloomfield Prize by the History of Education Society UK, and examines the development, rise, and decline of prison education in England bet…
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On this episode of the show, we discussed the Irish Civil War Fatalities Project. The Irish Civil War Fatalities Project, supported with funding from the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, seeks to identify all of the conflict-related fatalities in Ireland between the opening shots of the Civil War on 28 June 1922 and…
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On this episode of the Irish History Show we looked at the Plantation of Ulster. The Plantation was the colonisation of Ireland’s northern province of Ulster by people from Britain during the reign of James VI and I. The official plantation began in 1609 in six of Ulster’s nine counties, Donegal, Coleraine, Tyrone, Fermanagh, Armagh and Cavan. Land…
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This episode of the Witch Chronicles takes place after the events of Death to Dorkau. Having survived the ordeal brought upon by the conspirators, Monarch Matrichni is summoned to answer for what went wrong and how they will move forward. This is a dinner invite you can't turn down. The Witch Chronicles is an anthology series that takes place in th…
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In this director commentary episode, I break down how I made my recent audio drama mini series- Death to Dorkau. I talk about everything from development with creating the idea and the writing process, to the voice acting and the post-production side of things. All three episodes of Death to Dorkau are available now. Make sure to check them out if …
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In the aftermath of the assassination of a despot, a nervous priest goes into hiding. Paranoia amongst the conspirators grow rampant as they begin to question whether or not they have actually made a difference. But time is running short, as the walls quickly begin to close in around them- and someone must answer for the death of Dorkau. This is th…
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Having been pressured into joining a conspiracy against a despot, a nervous priest is forced to become the assassin. Can he hold his nerve? This is the second episode of a brand new audio drama mini series called "Death to Dorkau" it is a dark fantasy political espionage thriller about a group of men who deside to overthrow a despot. It takes place…
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The Nine Year War in Ireland took place in Ireland from 1593 to 1603. The rebellion was led by Hugh O’Neill and Red Hugh O’Donnell and was a response to the Tudor Conquest in Ireland. The rebellion began in Ulster but eventually spread throughout the whole country. There were some significant Irish victories such as Clontibret and Yellow Ford but t…
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After failing to save a man's life, Dorcaen Milos- a priest of the church of Dorkau, begins to have a crisis of faith. However things escalate when he is pressured into joining a conspiracy that threatens everything he has come to know. This is the first episode of a brand new audio drama mini series called "Death to Dorkau" it is a dark fantasy po…
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Having survived a nasty bar fight, a mysterious traveller tells his strange and disturbing life story to an unsuspecting bar tender. The Witch Chronicles is an anthology series of short stories that takes place in the world of Teramor, the same setting in which the Witch and the Orchard takes place in. This series follows the many characters that i…
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A man is visited by Blood Brother Mikael, the cyborg leader of a vigilante militia group called the Blood Guard, under the suspicion that his son is a magic user. The Witch Chronicles is an anthology series of short stories that take place in the world of Teramor. The same setting as my podcast, the Witch and the Orchard. Socials: Twitter: @RealDes…
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The Desmond Rebellions occurred in 1569–1573 and 1579–1583 in the Irish province of Munster. They were rebellions by the Earl of Desmond, the head of the FitzGerald dynasty in Munster, and his followers, the Geraldines and their allies, against the threat of the extension of the English government over the province. The rebellions were motivated pr…
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On this episode of the Irish History Show we discussed the 1923 General Election in the Irish Free State. The election for the fourth Dáil was held on the 27th of August 1923. It was the first general election held since the establishment of the Irish Free State on the 6th of December 1922. The election was held in aftermath of the Irish Civil War,…
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Professor Catherine Lee of Anglia Ruskin University in conversation with Syeda Ali about her research into Section of the Local Government Act which was passed in the UK in 1988. The law prohibited the 'promotion' of 'homosexuality' by local authorities in state schools and was the first anti gay-propaganda law. Lee reflects on her time as teacher …
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On a dark and stormy night, an inspector recalls a disturbing tale to an unsuspecting Lord. The tale is about a troubled sailor, and his voyage with a Vampire The Witch Chronicles is an anthology series of short stories that take place in the world of Teramor, the same setting in which the Witch and the Orchard is based in. If you like this episode…
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On this episode of the Irish History Show we discussed the Irish Army Mutiny of 1924. In March 1924 about 50 officers of the Free State’s National Army, who were set to be demobilised in the post- Civil War reduction of the Army, seized weapons and abandoned their posts. Led by erstwhile Army Director of Intelligence Liam Tobin and Charles Dalton, …
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In the dunes of the Waste, an omnipresent being known only as the Beholder, who watches all of time simultaneously. However, things soon turn awry when he is summoned by the King of the Damned; Nek-Lis Sun. The Witch Chronicles is an anthology series of audio short dramas that takes place in the world of Teramor, the same setting that the Witch and…
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Planning in his war camp, Captain Zabamat is alerted of an intruder- a messenger called Dr Alexander Rosengrove. A paediatrician who pleads for mercy for the children's hospital the Captain's invasion threatens. The Witch Chronicles is an anthology series of short stories that take place in the world of Teramor, the same setting of the Witch and th…
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A man, Sir Vincent Dulton, launches an expedition into the ruins of the Waste of Teramor. Having to deal with incompetent workers, he decides to educate them on the history of the land- and reveals his troubling desire in the process. The Witch Chronicles is an anthology series of short stories that take place in the world of Teramor, the very same…
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Resting for the night on their long journey, a father tells his troubled son a bedtime story to help them get to sleep. The father and son are mutants from the Waste of Teramor, they seek to travel east- away from the Waste and all the evil forces that dwell there. Before them lies the Razorteeth Mountains and a difficult journey to the land of Kaz…
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During a blizzard, a bounty hunter named Deadeye warm himself by the tavern fire. He recalls his current adventure - and the disturbing life he has led. The Witch Chronicles is an anthology series of short stories that follow characters that inhabit the world of Teramor, the grim and fantastical world in which the Witch and the Orchard is set in. I…
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On this episode of the Irish History Show we discussed the Civil War in Kerry. We discussed Kerry during the War of Independence and the situation in the county at the time of the Truce, the reaction to the Anglo – Irish Treaty by the Republican movement and how the Civil War progressed in the county. We covered the atrocities that were carried out…
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Having travelled to the ruins of Kia-Mor, a general strikes a bargain with a Dark God in the hopes of saving his people from damnation. The Witch Chronicles is an anthology series of short stories that takes place in the same fantasy world that my series, the Witch and the Orchard, is set in. Each story follows a character in the world of Teramor. …
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To accompany the 50th Anniversary special edition of the History of Education Journal, we spoke to some of the contributors. These podcasts focus on two of the themes in the journal: Geographical historiographies of education and Thematic intersections with the history of education. Episode 4 - Intersections: Histories of Science and Technology In …
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To accompany the 50th Anniversary special edition of the History of Education Journal, we spoke to some of the contributors. These podcasts focus on two of the themes in the journal: Geographical historiographies of education and Thematic intersections with the history of education. Episode 2- Geography In this episode, Johannes Westberg, Professor…
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To accompany the 50th Anniversary special edition of the History of Education Journal, we spoke to some of the contributors. These podcasts focus on two of the themes in the journal: Geographical historiographies of education and Thematic intersections with the history of education. Episode 3 - Intersections: Histories of Medicine and Health In thi…
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To accompany the 50th Anniversary special edition of the History of Education Journal, we spoke to some of the contributors. These podcasts focus on two of the themes in the journal: Geographical historiographies of education and Thematic intersections with the history of education. Episode 1 - Geography In this episode, Desmond Ikenna Odugu, Assoc…
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Retreating from the busy club for a moment of quiet, we meet the Tiger of TiPor. An elite warrior and enforcer for the Pirate King of the Gold Coast. The Tiger boasts of his skill and martial prowess, but beneath the bravado lies a deep shame. The Witch Chronicles is an anthology series that takes place in the world of Teramor, the same world that …
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On this episode of the Irish History Show we were joined by Gerard Shannon to discuss his new biography of Liam Lynch. During the War of Independence, Liam Lynch was the officer in command of the Cork No. 2 Brigade of the IRA and later commander of the First Southern Division. He opposed the Anglo – Irish Treaty and during the Civil War he was Chie…
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In this audio commentary episode, I break down how I made the audio drama Batman - What Stares Back. I talk about everything from development to post-production, the issues I faced and how I overcame them Socials: Twitter: @RealDesLynch Instagram: @realdesmondlynch TikTok: @realdesmondlynch YouTube: Desmond Lynch…
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In the aftermath of Joker's latest crime spree, Batman recalls chasing down a low level thug. The chase ends in tragedy- which takes a tole on Batman's psyche, forcing him to question his crusade and his very sanity. Batman- What Stares Back is heavily based on the comic Batman: Ego by Darwyn Cooke. Notable differences in this adaptation being some…
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On this episode of the Irish History Show, John Dorney was joined by Dr. Terry Dunne to discuss the land question and agrarian radicalism during the revolutionary period. Dr. Terry Dunne is a sociologist and historian and was Laois County Historian in Residence in 2021 and 2022. He is the host of the Peelers and Sheep podcast which is available her…
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In this final episode of my audio commentary series breaking down how I made the Witch and the Orchard, I talk about how I went about distributing the podcast. How I pitched it to people and my experiences in doing so. Socials: Twitter: @RealDesLynch Instagram: @realdesmondlynch TikTok: @realdesmondlynch YouTube: Desmond Lynch…
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On this episode of the Irish History Show we looked at executions carried out by the Free State government during the Irish Civil War. The executions were made possible by legislation known as the Public Safety Bill, which was passed in the Dail on September 27, 1922. The emergency legislation gave to the National Army powers of punishment for anyo…
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Hidden amongst the books of an ancient library of a Wizarding academy, a young man known only as Goldeneyes searches for books to read. He is a polite yet awkward fellow- but as he tells his story, he reveals the tragic fate that has led him to hide away from the outside world. The Witch Chronicles is an anthology series of audio short dramas that …
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In this instalment, I break down the editing process of the Witch and the Orchard. I go into detail about what I did in this level of production and the level of thought that had to go into every single part of the edit. If you're interested in how things get made, its worth a listen Socials: Twitter: @RealDesLynch Instagram: @realdesmondlynch TikT…
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Having just moved to a new parish, a socially awkward priest performs his very first sermon. However in doing so, he reveals some very dark things from his past- and the means of how he overcame them. The Witch Chronicles is an anthology series of audio short dramas that focus on the characters that inhabit the world of Teramor, the fantasy world i…
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Warning: This episode features spoilers for the Witch and the Orchard podcast. Having locked himself in his room during a peasant uprising, the Lord Frankford of Harroughsburrough takes desperate measures to ensure his survival. Praying to God to deliver him salvation, he begins to explain how he got in this mess in the first place. The Witch Chron…
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This is an announcement to let listeners know that the sequel to the Witch and the Orchard has officially entered Pre-Production. The Witch and the Heart of Stone is a revenge story that will be coming out sometime next year. In the meantime, there is more Witch chronicles, more directors commentaries, interviews and more- so stay tuned. Socials: T…
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In these episode I sit down with Fermanagh artist Kevin McHugh for a chat on art, the Witch and the Orchard and more. We talk about how to commission an artist, the freelance life and much more. If you like what you hear, feel free to check out the rest of the series. Socials: Twitter: @RealDesLynch Instagram: @realdesmondlynch TikTok: @realdesmond…
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In this special bonus episode, I sit down with Craig Sheridan- the senior sound engineer at Amps Studio Belfast. Together we talk about the podcast; the Witch and the Orchard alongside many other things. Socials: Twitter: @RealDesLynch Instagram: @realdesmondlynch TikTok: @realdesmondlynch YouTube: Desmond Lynch…
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In this audio commentary episode, I break down the production phase of my podcast the Witch and the Orchard. I go through everything from scheduling, correspondence with studios and talent alongside my experience with directing a cast of ten actors. If you're interested in how things get made, this is worth a listen. Socials: Twitter: @RealDesLynch…
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In the continuation of the behind the scenes audio commentary series on how I made my podcast the Witch and the Orchard, I break down the Pre-Production stage. I talk about finding studio space, commissioning artists, finding actors- and more. If you like the Witch and the Orchard, if you're interested in audio, podcasts, production or how things g…
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We’re back today with our second of three episodes looking at the performing arts in education. In this episode, we move forward to the nineteenth century to look at theatre in Jesuit schools in the United States. My guest this week, who will walk us through this history, is Michael Zampelli, SJ. Michael is a theatre director and historian at Fordh…
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I have been messing about and testing my sound mixing skills. I used Ian McKellan's performance as MacBeth with his final soliloquy, I mixed it with a few other things and made this. The premise is that you are the last person on earth, you are in this station and you hear the last transmission from anyone- which is MacBeth's soliloquy in his momen…
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As a young girl lays dying on a cold winter's day, a malevolent being, known only as the Pale Girl, emerges from the shadows to take advantage of the girls dying words to cast a curse on the land- with the intent to destroy all that dwell there. The Witch Chronicles is an anthology series that takes place in the world of Teramor, where my podcast t…
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