Produced by Hot Press, this six-part series will focus on half-a-dozen revolutionary female figures from Ireland, going back to the era during which Irish independence was established and the new State took shape: Dr Kathleen Lynn, Eva Gore-Booth, Helena Moloney, Margaret Skinnider, Helen Chevenix and Elizabeth O'Farrell.
Fronted by Niamh Browne and Alana Daly-Mulligan, Airbrushed: Irish Revolutionary Queer Women is designed to give listeners an insight into the private lives of some of the formidable women who shaped the country – including Chief Medical Officer of the Irish Republican Army, Dr. Kathleen Lynn; schoolteacher turned sniper Margaret Skinnider; President of the Irish Trades Union Congress, Helena Mary Molony; and the woman who negotiated the the conditions of surrender in 1916, Elizabeth O'Farrell. There will also be episodes exploring the less militant, but no less important social justice champions from that tumultuous time, Helen Chevenix and Eva Gore-Booth.
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"School-teacher turned sniper!" Join hosts Alana Daly Mulligan and Niamh Browne, along with Dr. Mary McAuliffe, as they explore the remarkable life of Margaret Skinnider, the youngest of the Irish revolutionary women they’ve discussed. A proud member of Cumann na mBan, Margaret was the only female combatant wounded in action, having been shot three times on April 27th while attempting to set fire to buildings on Harcourt Street to block the retreat of British soldiers who had positioned a machine gun on the roof of the University Church. Known for empowering women through gun skills, she also tested dynamite alongside fellow revolutionary Madeleine ffrench-Mullen. Margaret was queer and shared a partnership with Nora Connolly, making a significant impact in the fight for Irish independence 🌈✨. This episode features recordings from Harcourt Street, highlighting her incredible journey!
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27 Nov 2024
Episode 5: Elizabeth O’Farrell
Join hosts Alana Daly Mulligan and Niamh Browne, along with Dr. Mary McAuliffe, as they delve into the inspiring life of Elizabeth O'Farrell, best known for delivering the surrender notice during the 1916 Rising but whose contributions extend far beyond that moment. A fluent Irish speaker from working-class inner-city Dublin, Elizabeth was ideologically committed to social justice. Explore her relationship with partner Julia Grenan, with whom she shared a passionate partnership in activism. 🌈✨With her attitude of "a lot done, more to do," Elizabeth dedicated herself to the National Maternity Hospital and worked tirelessly with families and women in need. This episode features recordings from the GPO, the heart of the 1916 Rising. Discover the remarkable legacy of Elizabeth O'Farrell
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20 Nov 2024
Episode 4: Helen Chenevix
Join hosts Alana Daly Mulligan and Niamh Browne, joined by Dr. Mary McAuliffe, as they shine a light on Helen Chenevix, a prominent figure in the Irish Women Workers' Union and a dedicated activist and pacifist. Her and her partner Louie Bennett, were considered a ‘power couple’ in terms of women's workers' rights and feminist activism 🌈✨. In this episode, we explore Helen's impactful journey and her commitment to social justice. This episode features recordings from St. Stephen's Green, where a monumental bench honours Louie. Discover the legacy of love and activism that Helen left behind!
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13 Nov 2024
Episode 3: Helena Moloney
"The patron saint of lost causes," a title fitting for the iconic Helena Moloney, who once tried to dig her way out of prison with a spoon. Join hosts Alana Daly Mulligan and Niamh Browne as they explore the vibrant life of this prominent queer member of Cumann na mBan and an actress with a larger-than-life personality. Discover how a powerful speech from Maud Gonne completely radicalised Helena, changing her trajectory and inspiring her commitment to social justice. This episode features recordings from Glasnevin Cemetery, where Helena Moloney among other Irish revolutionary women, is buried. Tune in to uncover her extraordinary legacy! 🌈✨
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6 Nov 2024
Episode 2: Eva Gore Booth
"Queer theory before queer theory was invented." Join hosts Alana Daly Mulligan and Niamh Browne as they delve into the life of the well-respected writer and poet Eva Gore-Booth with Dr. Mary McAuliffe. A passionate pacifist, Eva was deeply involved in Irish nationalism, women’s rights, trade union equality, and animal rights. We explore her romantic partnership with fellow activist Ester Roper, who together, created a home that became a centre for the republican movement in the UK. They also bravely engaged with controversial topics of their time, including same-sex relationships and transgenderism 🌈✨. This episode features recordings from Kilmainham Jail, where Eva's sister, Countess Constance Markievicz, was held during the 1916 Rising, and where Eva and Ester campaigned together for her freedom. Our hosts also read and reflect on Yeats' poem "In Memory of Eva Gore-Booth and Con Markievicz." Celebrate their profound impact on social justice. Click the link in the bio.
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31 Oct 2024
Episode 1: Dr Kathleen Lynn
In Episode 1, journalists Alana Daly Mulligan and Niamh Brown are joined by Dr. Mary McAuliffe, a historian and Director of Gender Studies at UCD, to discuss the remarkable life of the amazing Irish revolutionary Dr. Kathleen Lynn. We dive into her many roles in society, activism for social issues and her dynamic partnership with fellow revolutionary Madeleine ffrench-Mullen. 🌈✨This episode is especially poignant as we feature recordings from 6 Harcourt Street, where Kathleen provided first aid training to Cumann na mBan and first met Madeleine. Don’t miss this inspiring journey!
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