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In this week’s episode, we discuss some random Irish history you might not know. Henna outlines the history of The Irish Wolfhound and Annaig then lists some things invented in Ireland  and outlines a very brief history of Grace O'Malley the original 'Pirate Queen' If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or the current government restrictions, please visit  Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/ Substance abuse helpines - https://spunout.ie/help/service/drugs-alcohol-helpline Domestic/sexual/other abuse - https://spunout.ie/help/categories/abuse-support-services Sources - https://www.irishpost.com/life-style/the-curious-history-of-how-the-irish-wolfhound-avoided-extinction-to-become-part-of-brand-ireland-116934 https://justicedefensefund.org/ https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_Irish_inventions_and_discoveries  https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grace_O'Malley https://www.mayo-ireland.ie/en/about-mayo/history/grace-omalley-the-pirate-queen.html Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LadyCurious) Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LadyCurious)

In this week’s episode, we discuss social class. Annaig outlines the history of the social science theory of class and looks at the developments, including Marx’s theories and the more modern ideas surrounding class. Henna then discusses how class is perceived, and how class affects things other than just finances. If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or the current government restrictions, please visit  Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/ Substance abuse helpines - https://spunout.ie/help/service/drugs-alcohol-helpline Domestic/sexual/other abuse - https://spunout.ie/help/categories/abuse-support-services Sources - https://www.irishtimes.com/news/world/us/one-dead-and-12-injured-in-shooting-at-tennessee-grocery-store-1.4682306 https://www.irishtimes.com/news/world/us/lawsuits-filed-against-texas-doctor-who-said-he-performed-an-abortion-1.4679671 https://www.britannica.com/topic/social-class https://www.apa.org/monitor/2015/02/class-differences https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/1745691616673192 https://udel.edu/~cmarks/What%20is%20social%20class.htm  Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LadyCurious)

In this week’s episode, we discover the fascinating histories of some of Ireland’s famous buildings. Annaig shares an update on the Government’s White Paper relating to Direct Provisions. Henna then shares the story behind the Custom House in Dublin. She explains the way in which it was built, it’s significant during the Irish War of Independence and how it exists today. Annaig then takes a look at the history of one of the most haunted buildings in Ireland, Loftus Hall in Wexford. She discusses the rich history of the Hall, the battles it endured and the legend of the devil’s visit to the mansion. If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or the current government restrictions, please visit http://doras.org/our-services/  Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/ Substance abuse helpines - https://spunout.ie/help/service/drugs-alcohol-helpline Domestic/sexual/other abuse - https://spunout.ie/help/categories/abuse-support-services Sources - https://www.irishtimes.com/news/social-affairs/commitments-to-end-direct-provision-already-behind-schedule-1.4676205 https://www.loftushall.ie/about https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicholas_Loftus https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loftus_Hall http://www.dublindocklands.ie/about-us/docklands-history/history-and-heritage/custom-house https://www.archiseek.com/2010/1791-custom-house-customhouse-quay-dublin/ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LadyCurious)

This week, we continue our conversation about maternity care in Ireland. Henna outlines the shift in maternity care from the beginning of the 1900s up until present day. We discuss the influence of the Catholic Church, access to family planning and contraception, the Mother and Baby Homes and abortion rights in Ireland. We chat about the Supreme Court cases that shaped maternity care, the government’s involvement in women’s health care and discuss how far we have come since the beginning of the Irish Free State. If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or the current government restrictions, please visit https://www.drcc.ie/services/helpline/  Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/ Substance abuse helpines - https://spunout.ie/help/service/drugs-alcohol-helpline Domestic/sexual/other abuse - https://spunout.ie/help/categories/abuse-support-services Sources- https://www.google.ie/amp/s/theconversation.com/amp/mother-and-baby-homes-inquiry-now-reveal-the-secrets-of-irelands-psychiatric-hospitals-153608 https://www.google.ie/amp/s/www.irishtimes.com/life-and-style/health-family/dr-rhona-mahony-1916-2016-giving-birth-in-ireland-1.2587074%3fmode=amp https://www.google.ie/amp/s/amp.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2014/dec/12/symphysiotomy-irelands-brutal-alternative-to-caesareans  Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LadyCurious)

To celebrate our one year anniversary of podcasting, we have a two parter Problem With. For part one, we have updates on Drake’s new album, the R. Kelly racketeering trial and some hidden treasure. We then take a look at the history of midwifery in Ireland, the change from traditional “handywomen” to “medical men”, the influence of the Catholic Church and the changes to the natural birthing positions. If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or this lockdown, please visit https://www.drcc.ie/services/helpline/  Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/ Substance abuse helpines - https://spunout.ie/help/service/drugs-alcohol-helpline Domestic/sexual/other abuse - https://spunout.ie/help/categories/abuse-support-services Sources- https://www.irishtimes.com/news/offbeat/extraordinary-800-year-old-chain-mail-found-in-co-longford-1.4652228 https://www.irishtimes.com/news/crime-and-law/northern-ireland-gets-first-ever-female-chief-justice-1.4663362 https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/drake-r-kelly-certified-lover-boy-b1913601.html https://www.nytimes.com/2021/09/01/nyregion/r-kelly-trial.html https://www.nytimes.com/2021/08/30/nyregion/r-kelly-trial-underage-assault.html https://medium.com/midwifery-around-the-world/midwifery-in-ireland-7cdf72e0e286 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royal_University_of_Ireland#Notable_graduates https://ajph.aphapublications.org/doi/pdf/10.2105/AJPH.77.5.636  Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LadyCurious)

In this week’s episode, we take a look at the history of the word ‘curry’. Annaig gives an update about a boating tragedy in Bangladesh. Henna then details the history of curry and the British colonisation of India. We learn that curry was developed to show the people at home in England so they could understand a simplified version of Indian culture. We discuss other lesser acknowledged effects colonialism has on cultures from around the world. If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or this lockdown, please visit: Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/ Substance abuse helplines - https://spunout.ie/help/service/drugs-alcohol-helpline Domestic/sexual/other abuse - https://spunout.ie/help/categories/abuse-support-services  Sources - https://www.irishtimes.com/news/world/asia-pacific/bangladesh-at-least-21-dead-50-missing-after-boat-accident-1.4658986 https://qz.com/india/639435/the-indian-curry-is-merely-a-figment-of-the-british-colonial-imagination/    Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LadyCurious)

In this week’s episode, we take a look at the history of Afghanistan and its relationship with the Taliban. Henna outlines a brief history of Afghanistan's foreign relations,  the reasons the United States army was there and the Taliban. We discuss the current humanitarian crisis facing Afghanistan today. Annaig then discusses the rules and restrictions placed on women during previous Taliban rule, the repercussions these had on the entire population and the fears many have of history repeating itself under the current Taliban rule. If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or this lockdown, please visit: Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/ Substance abuse helpines - https://spunout.ie/help/service/drugs-alcohol-helpline Domestic/sexual/other abuse - https://spunout.ie/help/categories/abuse-support-services  Sources - https://www.irishtimes.com/news/crime-and-law/irish-truck-driver-arrested-after-6m-worth-of-drugs-found-in-chocolate-cargo-1.4652197?mode=amp https://www.irishtimes.com/news/world/uk/onlyfans-to-ban-adult-material-after-pressure-from-payment-processors-1.4651698?mode=amp https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Treatment_of_women_by_the_Taliban  Instagram creators  - @theafghan @Omar.haidari @telaharchive @sincerelynooria @thetatvaindia  Tik Tok creators - @neenaroe @malihazart @jumeirahbloop Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LadyCurious)

In this week’s episode, we take a look at climate anxiety. We define what climate anxiety is and how climate and climate changes can affect a person’s mental health. We then look at which ways someone could be affected by climate change; directly, indirectly or by awareness. We then discuss the issues surrounding climate change and look at those most affected, the biggest contributors and how long it may be until we see any improvements. We learn some ways of coping or coming to terms with the environmental situation and realising you are not alone in this. If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or this lockdown, please visit: Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/ Substance abuse helpines - https://spunout.ie/help/service/drugs-alcohol-helpline Domestic/sexual/other abuse - https://spunout.ie/help/categories/abuse-support-services Sources - https://www.irishtimes.com/news/politics/new-bill-aims-to-allow-partners-be-present-during-childbirth-1.4645591?mode=amp https://www.irishtimes.com/news/world/asia-pacific/taliban-close-in-on-kabul-as-us-troops-arrive-in-afghan-capital-to-aid-evacuation-1.4647325?mode=amp https://www.irishtimes.com/opinion/sally-hayden-climate-change-is-human-made-but-not-all-humans-have-played-same-role-in-it-1.4646297?mode=amp&localLinksEnabled=false https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psychological_impact_of_climate_change https://spunout.ie/news/climate/how-to-handle-climate-anxiety https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-wales-57555760 https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2020/07/07/climate-change-expectations/  https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/sep/21/worlds-richest-1-cause-double-co2-emissions-of-poorest-50-says-oxfam  Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LadyCurious)

In this week’s episode, we take a look at vulture funds. We define what vulture funds are and how they work. We then deep dive into how the vulture funds set in during the 2008 recession in Ireland, how they were welcomed by then government led by Brian Cowen, followed by Enda Kenny. We discuss the links between such investors and the housing crisis and how that impacts the current generation of young adults. If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or this lockdown, please visit https://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/housing/losing_your_home/housing_options_for_homeless_people.html for housing information and housing rights in Ireland. Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/ Substance abuse helpines - https://spunout.ie/help/service/drugs-alcohol-helpline Domestic/sexual/other abuse - https://spunout.ie/help/categories/abuse-support-services Sources - https://www.irishtimes.com/news/world/asia-pacific/death-of-9-year-old-girl-in-delhi-renews-protests-against-sexual-violence-1.4640470 https://allthatsinteresting.com/templebreedy-church-graves https://www.investopedia.com/terms/v/vulturefund.asp https://www.financialjustice.ie/campaigns/debtcampaign/vulture-funds-in-ireland.html https://www.irishcentral.com/news/irish-election-anger-vulture-funds https://www.irishcentral.com/opinion/others/vulture-funds-damage-irish-society  Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LadyCurious)

In this week’s episode, we discuss the billionaire space race. Henna tells us some important updates about the Olympics, femicide and Israel. Annaig shares a crime story of a gruesome attack on a Dublin woman, and the perpetrator’s subsequent bomb threats to members of the Irish government. She then gives a brief summary of the history of the space race and who is currently involved. Henna reads through an opinion piece about the behaviours of the billionaires, and the capitalism involved. We discuss the issues surrounding the space race and these wealthy men striving to start a new life on other planets. If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or this lockdown, please visit http://www.ibiblio.org/rcip/internl.html for a list of sexual assault hotlines across the globe. Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/ Substance abuse helpines - https://spunout.ie/help/service/drugs-alcohol-helpline Domestic/sexual/other abuse - https://spunout.ie/help/categories/abuse-support-services Sources -https://www.irishtimes.com/news/crime-and-law/rapist-is-chief-suspect-in-bomb-hoax-targeting-minister-for-justice-1.4634281?mode=amp https://9gag.com/hot/agBp6p1?utm_campaign=link_post&utm_medium=social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=IwAR2RUhEaiMWAXYac2o1czovFqHMRtFvljSFy3w71rR6X7G7T8BhZYe9TaTQ https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billionaire_space_race https://www.google.ie/amp/s/theconversation.com/amp/billionaire-space-race-the-ultimate-symbol-of-capitalisms-flawed-obsession-with-growth-164511 https://www.thejournal.ie/readme/billionaires-going-to-space-capitalism-5500763-Jul2021/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/nicholasreimann/2021/07/12/leaving-a-planet-in-crisis-heres-why-many-say-the-billionaire-space-race-is-a-terrible-idea/  @ajplus @moneyhill @moorinformation  Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LadyCurious)