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Brendan Francis Aidan Behan (christened Francis Behan) ( BEE-ən; Irish: Breandán Ó Beacháin; 9 February 1923 – 20 March 1964) was an Irish poet, short story writer, novelist and playwright who wrote in both English and Irish. He was named by Irish Central as one of the greatest Irish writers of all time.An Irish republican and a volunteer in the Irish Republican Army, Behan was born in Dublin into a staunchly republican family becoming a member of the IRA's youth organisation Fianna Éireann at the age of fourteen. There was also a strong emphasis on Irish history and culture in the home, which meant he was steeped in literature and patriotic ballads from an early age.
"Dead As Doornails" by Anthony Cronin
Ross Ufberg (writer, translator, co-founder of New Vessel Press, and author of the new introduction to the forthcoming Dalkey Archive edition of Dead As Doornails) joins Chad and Vince Francone (author of A Book No One Wants) to talk about Anthony Cronin’s memoir of mid-century Ireland and the live…
#99 | Maurice Sweeney | Director
On this weeks episode (99) of FNI Wrapchat, Paul Webster is joined by Director Maurice Sweeney
For the last ten years, Maurice has been regarded as one of Ireland’s leading documentary filmmakers. In more recent years he has also begun to focus on fiction.
His Doc Trial of the Century, a historical…
Screenland Live from Circle K Glasnevin
Yes, it's our first show on the road - kind of - where I record this week's episode from the EV charging station at Circle K, Glasnevin, just across the road from Ireland's necropolis, the Glasnevin Cemetery where the likes of Luke Kelly, Brendan Behan, Roger Casement, Christy Brown, Dermot Morgan …
Dave Hannigan
Dave Hannigan is a prominent Irish sports columnist, author, and historian who has served as Ireland’s "writer-in-residence" in the United States for over two decades. Originally from Cork City, he is widely regarded for his ability to blend sporting narratives with deep historical and social conte…
Dave Hannigan
Dave Hannigan is a prominent Irish sports columnist, author, and historian. Originally from Cork City, he has lived in the United States for over two decades, serving as a unique "cultural bridge" between the two nations.
As of May 2026, he is currently promoting his latest book and continuing his…
BONUS EPISODE Trouble in the house of Healy Rae
A rift between Michael and Danny Healy Rae was once unthinkable, but in common with other small parties before them, the Healy Rae machine has fallen victim to the perils of Government.
As Mick Clifford wrote in today's Irish Examiner, "The Healy-Raes, that most astute of political entities, have…
Celebrating Bloomsday with Joyce's Readings and Rare Recordings.
Nick Hennegan celebrates Bloomsday... the annual celebration of James Joyce's Ulysses, with rare recordings of Joyce reading part of his work, his first-time publisher Sylvia Beach (founder of Shakespeare and Co Bookshop in Paris) and Brendan Behan singing! Also news of some upcoming writing compet…
The brilliant poetry and turbulent life of Patrick Kavanagh
Monaghan born Patrick Kavanagh was a notorious presence in Dublin for much of his life. Broke, drunk and often bitter, he boozed in the bars around Grafton Street, clashing with the likes of Brendan Behan and railing against the literary establishment. Always an outsider, he nonetheless transformed…
CMAT Returns to Sidetracked
The one and only CMAT fills in for Nick this week - joining Annie to put the world to rights. With the World Cup Final imminent, they delve into the details of the half-time show which promises performances from Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Burna Boy...and the Muppets. With only 11 minutes…
F. Scott Fitzgerald, Great Irish Writers, Episode 215
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F. Scott Fitzgerald, Great Irish Writers, Episode 215
The Irish people have been given certain gifts by God but not all Micks have all of those gifts. Some have just a few. Some of those gifts are; that we are healthy and tall, of rosey complexion, have great humor, have positive …
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