Fianna Fáil: In Our Own Words

100 Bliain: A Look Back at Fianna Fáil's Contribution to Irish Life Over the Last 100 Years

In this podcast, we look at the role that Fianna Fáil has played in Ireland's political life. From the foundation of the party, through its achievements and to its future, our panelists discuss where Fianna Fáil came from, the people that built it up and its legacy in Ireland today. With An Taoiseach Micheál Martin, Shane Moynihan TD, Dr. Brian Murphy, Dr. Eoin O'Malley, Dr. Sinead McCoole, Anne Twomey

Supports for Victims of Domestic Violence

Senator Alison Comyn is joined by Sarah Slazenger, MD of Powerscourt Estate and Alison McNamara from Opportunities for Women to speak about domestic violence and their proposal to turn vacant town centre buildings across Ireland into safe, supported homes for those rebuilding their lives. This is an issue affecting every county. We have vacant buildings in towns and villages nationwide that could be brought back into use quickly and effectively.

100 Bliain: Local Voices, National Movement

Recorded at Fianna Fáil’s National Councillors’ Conference in Mullingar, County Westmeath this episode brings together two voices from different generations of public service. Cllr Mary Bohan, the longest-serving Fianna Fáil councillor in the country, and Cllr Rachel Hartigan, one of the party’s newest and youngest councillors, share their personal journeys into politics.  They discuss why they chose to run for election, what drew them to Fianna Fáil, and how the party’s values continue to shape their work in their communities. They speak with Deputy Shane Moynihan, the Chairman of our Centenary Committee and recall the funniest and unusual gifts and requests they have received.  From experience to fresh perspective, this conversation reflects Fianna Fáil’s deep roots in local communities and its ongoing commitment to public service over the past 100 years.

100 Bliain: Women of the Revolution

In this episode of Fianna Fáil: In Our Own Words, Minister of State for Special Education Michael Moynihan from Kiskeam in North West Cork is joined by historian Anne Twomey the co-author of Ordinary Women in Extraordinary Times, to explore the crucial role women played in Ireland’s revolutionary period.   From the work of Cumann na mBan to the wider contribution of women across the country, the discussion highlights how their ground breaking impact on the fight for independence was significant, yet often under-recognised.   Ordinary Women in Extraordinary Times is a book by the Shandon Area History Group in Cork highlighting the pivotal and often overlooked roles of Cork women during the Irish War of Independence (1916–1923).   Fianna Fáil's Centenary approaches,  commemorations have opened the door to new research and understanding, this episode reflects on how women are now being restored to their rightful place in Ireland’s history. A powerful and insightful listen.

100 Bliain: Shaping Irish Agriculture

The second edition of our 100 Bliain podcast series takes a look at Fianna Fáil’s role in the development of Irish agriculture and looks ahead to its future.  Shane Moynihan TD, Chairperson of the Centenary Committee is joined by former Tánaiste, Minister for Agriculture and TD for Donegal South-West, Mary Coughlan and Chairman of the Brett Group, Jimmy Brett.  Drawing on their political and commercial expertise, our panel discusses the transformative moments in the development of Irish agriculture, the strength of the Irish agrifood sector, the role of women in agriculture, the value of the small farm and the future challenges which lie ahead. A fascinating listen on the past, present and future of farming in Ireland.