episode 18 : Trades Part 1

Trades-people formed the backbone of society in traditional Ireland, supplying the public with hand-made tools and services. This month, Eddie looks at some of the important trades that influenced old Irish life, and the folklore tales that accompanied them. Eddie speaks on the role of the blacksmith, the thatcher, the wheel maker, the tailor and the dress maker. Part 1 of a 2 part series.
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[@daneglance7205]

Love the old stories. So glad they're being recorded. I hope people keep story telling alive. Go raibh maith agat.

[@M500VYN]

New subscriber. Thanks for the upload

[@ministry_of_love]

When I listen to your stories, something happens deep within the cerebrum aspect of my brain. I'm transported back through my Irish ancestry and enthralled with _the stories_

[@kimberley1195]

Thank You Eddie wonderful storytelling 😊

[@darrenhill5381]

I just subscribed i love stories

[@RunninUpThatHillh]

you've come to the right place ;) (i just subbed a bit ago too)

[@karensagal8230]

Eddie great story and info as always, thank you!

[@IrishDemon]

I love these Eddie. I’m gonna make some documentaries about Ireland when I move home in august. I’d love to meet up and share stories one day for the documentary. Just bought The Other Crowd the other day. Can’t wait to give it a good read

[@georgecardiff1946]

Eddie absolutely fascinating stories and it's a pleasure listening to you tell them, i wish you could put one out every week because there so good, anyway looking forward to the next one.

[@wolfwinddh]

wooooooooooooooot!!!! good man eddie fecking love these

[@EncounterswithStrangeness]

Wonderful wonderful wonderful! Can't wait for Part Two. Thanks Eddie.

[@Nangel2]

Eddie, you are a treasure! Your stories are always interesting and you have such a pleasant voice. Thank you for sharing!

[@staunchy7143]

After binge watching all of your videos and I'm absolutely itching for another one after this. You're a hero for keeping our vibrant traditions alive. Loads of love from County Cork.

[@johnodwyer5420]

Hi Eddie Much appreciation for sharing so much. You are an example to the importance of share our national wealth. Hari bol

[@merriame9487]

I'm always looking forward to a new episode and they never disappoint 💖 I wouldn't have guessed there was so much to say about trades to be honest 😳

[@seemoore]

Great tale as always

[@wendy5871]

Thank you Eddie for another fantastic story .... Looking forward to part 2 ! ... 😍

[@anidiquaojala1804]

Thank You for telling us another wonderful story of cultural and historical significance! Looking forward to part 2 and everything else you're willing to share💞

[@jamessheehy2752]

Eddie do you have the one about the monster of the Red Lake above in Knockfierna

[@sorrenable]

👍👍👍

[@rexgeorg7324]

evry builder thinks he's a stone mason NOT!!" its all about cement .. its like watching fools ... coffins