Shows
The People Will Talk PodcastAn American in Madrid: Roy Lotz & Favourite PlacesRoy Lotz hails from New York, and in this video, he shows us his favourite spots around his adopted home.
Get his book here.
Photo credit: Ybernia Editorial.
Music credit: Carpe Diem, by Dee Yan Key (Free Music Archive, CC BY-NC).
2025-02-0704 min
The People Will Talk PodcastSurprise Encounters at the Majadahonda Book FairWe really enjoyed our time at the Majadahonda Book Fair.
Sharing a stall with our writers, meeting avid readers and a cast of interesting people made for a fantastic 4 days.
Find out who we met by having a listen!
Photo Credit: Ybernia.
Music: Up, Up and Away by Blue Dot Sessions (Free Music Archive, CC BY-NC).2024-10-1714 min
The People Will Talk PodcastBook Chat: 'What's essential is invisible to the eye'In today's podcast, we talk about several books, with Until August by Gabriel García Márquez, Life for Sale by Yukio Mishima and Wind, Sand and Stars by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry dominating the proceedings.
All three are excellent books, created in peculiar circumstances and with their particular foibles.
Enjoy!
Photo Credit: Rakicevic Nenad (Pexels.com)
Music Credit: 1st Contact by Deimos Rising, Free Music Archive CC BY-SA, Arcade, by Artur Aravidi (Free Music Archive, CC BY-NC) and Got To Get Funky, by Juqboxmusic (Free Music Archive, CC BY-NC) 2024-07-3127 min
The People Will Talk PodcastBlogger & Writer: Interviewing Dani J. NorwellDani joins us on the podcast to tell us about why she moved to Spain, how she helps other foreigners adapt and about her writing career.
Check out her super useful blog and learn more about Spain.
And you can read her novella Grandad here. We talk about the book it comes from a lot in the episode, a wonderful collection of short stories.
Photo Credit: Dani J. Norwell
Music Credit: Night Owl by Broke for Free, Free Music Archive, CC BY and Look Inside by Jahzzar, Free Music Archive, CC BY-SA2024-05-0322 min
The People Will Talk PodcastThe Way: Our exciting new releaseThis epic book of a few hundred pages deals with a lot of themes. And at its heart, is the enduring connection between Ireland and Spain.
You can buy the book from our website or from Amazon.
Photo Credit: Ybernia
Music Credit: Music Credit: Night Owl by Broke for Free, Free Music Archive, CC BY and Look Inside by Jahzzar, Free Music Archive, CC BY-SA2024-04-1912 min
The People Will Talk PodcastLa vida en el cráter: el primer libro de Ybernia en español¡Un nuevo episodio en español de The People Will Talk Podcast!
Tras su presentación física en la librería La Independiente de Madrid, hablamos del primer libro de la editorial Ybernia en español, La vida en el cráter, una reflexión ligera llena de humor y filosofía donde la historia y la imaginación se unen para celebrar los éxitos, las coincidencias y el resto de rarezas que nos hacen humanos.
Puedes comprar el libro en Amazon o en la página web de Ybernia.
Crédito de la foto: Ybern...2023-12-0425 min
The People Will Talk PodcastWild Bird - 18 Poems & 3 StoriesArt O'Donnell has written a wonderful book about birds, taking in the travails of moving country, being sick in a foreign land, the weight of the past, what it means to be a teacher and the karma that can befall a person who takes shortcuts on El Camino.
Praised for its humour and insight, we are proud that this is one of our first publications.
Buy the book on Amazon, and check out our website.
Happy listening and reading.
Photo Credit: Ybernia.
Music Credit: Night Owl by Broke For Free, Free...2023-12-0127 min
The People Will Talk PodcastCary Grant's Cult Classic from 1951We discovered that the great Cary Grant was in a movie that shared its name with our podcast.
With that flimsy premise, we went on a voyage of discovery, encountering German theatre, McCarthyism, flops, LSD and a romantic comedy that still holds up today.
Oh, and one of us mentions that Grant was in Guns of Navarone. In fact, it was Gregory Peck!
Photo Credit: Herbert Dorfman via Getty Images.
Audio Clip Credit: 20th Century Fox.
Music Credit: Flute Street by Poddington Bear & Circles Around the Sun by Mr. Smith (Courtesy of...2023-10-2323 min
The People Will Talk PodcastTik Tok Tales & Basketball Diaries: Interviewing Carlos Polo Rosario
This podcast was recorded at the fantastic Secret Kingdoms bookshop, as part of our bookshop/podcast series.
We got our chat on with Carlos, who gave us insights into a coach's winning mentality and the ethos underpinning his basketball teams. Off the court, he is a budding journalist who shared his thoughts on Tik Tok and press freedom.
Check out the basketball website here, where you can even sign-up and play. Their contact information can be found via this link, and be sure to search for Singer Basket on social media.
Music: Flute Fleet...2023-05-2934 min
The People Will Talk PodcastA.I. Made this Podcast!Yes, yes, we jumped on the bandwagon and did what everybody else is doing.
We asked Chat GPT to give us three ideas for a podcast, and it was duly delivered. So, we are talking about the future, hidden stories, and architecture. As a result, we get to talk about wickedly bad design, war, and the inevitable end of our species.
As an antidote to cold machinery, we recorded this episode in a park, and at the 40-minute mark, we allow a few seconds of bird-twittering soundscape (nod to the last pod) to wash over us. 2023-05-2254 min
The People Will Talk PodcastThe Truth is in the Wine: The Madrid & Darracott InterviewMadrid & Darracott is not just about the wine. It's also about the experience.
This Anglo-Spanish duo that opened shop in the centre of Madrid are tremendously passionate about wine and about having fun, and it is impossible not to be infected by their enthusiasm.
They tell us about their perception of Spanish wine in Spain, about their tastings and events and give us a few useful tips on how to tell your red from your white.
Grab a glass and enjoy!
Check out their podcast or visit their awesome website.
...2022-10-2826 min
The People Will Talk PodcastThrough the doors of The Secret Kingdoms: an interview with David PriceDavid Price is the proud owner of The Secret Kingdoms bookshop in Madrid's Barrio de las Letras, a natural storyteller and an aspiring novelist himself.
In this podcast episode, he unveils the secret of his success opening a full English bookshop in Madrid and gives us some insights into the book business, as well as some general life tips.
Enjoy!
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Music: Skyline Horizon by Rho.
Photo credit: David Price2022-10-0723 min
The People Will Talk PodcastThe Fish & Chicken PodcastThis restaurant can be seen in the Fundación Pablo VI, which is hosting an exhibition about other lives, featuring photos about Africa, Pakistan, China, and Bolivia.
It is a wonderful opportunity to see the experiences of ordinary people around the globe, with bustling markets, thronging streets, lonely churches, and mud-brick houses.
Also in this episode: three engaging documentaries feature in Part 2, and we share our thoughts on Ukraine, journalism, and human rights. The documentaries mentioned are Dying to Tell, Ukraine on Fire, and E Team.
Enjoy!
Facebook: El Arpa
Instagram: El_Arp...2022-04-1945 min
The People Will Talk PodcastA Car Crash of a PodcastBelieve it or not, Beti Jai is the Basque for 'never stop partying', and it's also the name of the frontón court that has reopened in Madrid. It is an old sport and the stadium is a wonderful wooden edifice, acting as a link to the past and a testament to how Madrid is bursting with a wide mix of culture.
And a drunk guy crashed bumper to bumper... wait a minute, where's me registration plate? Oh no.
Enjoy!
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Blog: Irish Slice of Madr...2021-12-3127 min
The People Will Talk PodcastRoy Buckley: Interviewing The Chart-Topping, Grammy-Nominated SingerRoy was so generous with his time and a pleasure to have on the podcast! We spoke about rubbing shoulders with some of Ireland's great balladeers, emigration, social issues, Irish chart success, a Grammy nomination, and even a little bit about Garth Brooks.
Listen to Roy's wonderful music on YouTube and Spotify. You can also find him on social media.
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Twitter: Elarpa1
Blog: Irish Slice of Madrid
Books: Fake News and Verano del 69.
Music: Triple and Fully Paid...2021-12-1034 min
The People Will Talk PodcastLeica Cameras & Tripped Out HippiesThe post-colonial power of plants and the largest refugee camp in Europe were on display in La Casa Encendida, while we also took a look at previously lost photographs in the Leica shop and museum.
We reference cinchona in the podcast and the photographer we mentioned is Antoni Campañà.
Music: Triple, Me On The Inside and Fully Paid by Ketsa.
Photo Credit: Alex Andrews on Pexels. 2021-09-0123 min
The People Will Talk PodcastAmerican Poet in Spain: Interview with Julie WeissJulie Weiss, originally from California, has made Spain her home. She is a teacher and a writer who has been published in a range of different publications. She appeared on the podcast to discuss her creative process, her perspective on living abroad, and her book can be bought here and here.
Music:
Pictures of the Floating World - Pale Tussuck
Sergey Cheremisinov - Someday (Instrumental)
2021-07-2043 min
The People Will Talk PodcastVisit Spain! Propaganda and Marketing, 1955-1965We learnt about priests playing football, goats, deodorant, and the changing face of Spain.
Music: Storybook by Scott Holmes and The Healing by Sergey Cheremis.
Check out our blog, book, Patreon, and t-shirts.
Thanks for listening! 2020-07-2946 min
The People Will Talk PodcastThank you, Ennio MorriconeIn Part 1, we talk about what Ennio Morricone meant for us, while in Part 2, we discuss The Book of Disquiet by Fernando Pessoa and Tell Me No Lies by John Pilger, which is a celebration of brave journalism.
Check out our blog, book, Patreon, and t-shirts.
Thanks for listening!2020-07-0836 min
The People Will Talk PodcastGoya and Velazquez Come Out of QuarantineMadrid is going back to normal now that the COVID-19 lockdown is easing. With our masks and temperatures checked, we saw the best 200 paintings in the Prado museum.
There's also stuff about cowboys, secret things, and sci-fi nightmares from Lebanon.
Check out our blog, book, Patreon, and t-shirts.
Thanks for listening!2020-06-1845 min
The People Will Talk PodcastBeautiful blackberry beards and the new normalFifth coronavirus podcast special where we discuss the history and myth surrounding beards in different cultures and the new normal developing in Spain as descalation takes place following the coronavirus pandemic.
You can read our article on beards here. If you like what we do and you are able to so, please support us on Patreon.
This is our new website: fakenewsbulos.com
2020-05-2032 min
The People Will Talk PodcastOde To The Tutu Delivery Man, Indian Dancing & Arabic MoviesWe watched Erased: Ascent of the Invisible, a moving documentary from Lebanon; spoke about a forbidden dance from India; and considered the latest developments in Spain regarding the Coronavirus quarantine.
Find us on Patreon, consider buying our book or our sexy t-shirts, or go on our virtual tour of Lavapiés. 2020-05-0352 min
The People Will Talk PodcastFrom your sofa to Lebanon: quarantine travels and film explorationsWe're still holding on despite weeks of the quarantine! We talk on a mostly fine Skype connection about world reactions to the coronavirus before discussing Aflamuna, a website which showcases independent Arab cinema. We were impressed by Lebanese movie The One Man Village, tune in for our thoughts!
Music by Ketsa and Cambo.
Hello to our Indian and Mexican listeners!
Here is our blog, and we were also interviewed on the podcast El Café de la Lluvia about our book. 2020-04-1443 min
The People Will Talk PodcastThe 3 B's of the Quarantine: Butter. Buddha. Ballet.We still can't leave the house, and we send our thoughts to everybody dealing with this global pandemic.
Stuck inside, we try the art of ballet, discuss myth vs. history, talk about dancing for butter, and our parents walking around the sitting room.
Here is our blog, and we were also interviewed on the podcast El Café de la Lluvia about our book. 2020-03-2737 min
The People Will Talk PodcastThe Coronavirus Quarantine SpecialWe hope everybody stays safe during this global pandemic.
Because we are living a State of Emergency in Spain, we have to do a podcast over Skype; we discuss what it feels like to be living under quarantine.
Here is our blog, and we were also interviewed on the podcast La Casa de la Lluvia about our book. 2020-03-1635 min
The People Will Talk PodcastRodin Nudes & A Horse Feeding Bus Driver; A Cultural PodcastWe talk about our book launch, Rodin sculptures, Jewish footballers in World War II, and how reading can positively impact a person's life and change attitudes.
Music: Lost Within by A Himitsu & Broken Elegance by Echo.
Find us on Facebook & Twitter.
Our blog, our book, and our t-shirts.2020-03-0334 min
The People Will Talk PodcastComing to America: Forgotten Spanish Immigrants in the USAOur book launch is this week! We discuss that in part 1, while in part 2 we examine the experiences Spanish people had in the USA in the 1920s & 1930s. The Spaniards sought the American dream, contributed hugely and have been, until now, largely forgotten.
Check out our blog with this link, and our shop, where you can literary-inspired t-shirts!
Find us on Twitter & Facebook. 2020-02-1230 min
The People Will Talk PodcastDandelions, Wandering Russians & New York, New YorkWe went to Canal Isabel II to see the work of José Antonio Carrera and his Medio del Tiempo. Also on the agenda: a book by Joseph Roth and Yasunari Kawabata.
Our new shop us here!
Read our blog by following this link.
Find us on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook.2020-01-1148 min
The People Will Talk PodcastWorld-Changing Fake News! (We Wrote A Book)We wrote a book about fake news! In this story, we chart how lies and rumours have impacted famous figures from ancient Rome to the modern world. We have ill-fated romance, murder and centuries of victims.
You can buy it here, and you can check out our blog here.2019-12-1334 min
The People Will Talk PodcastFancy! Luxurious Objects From The Ancient World At The CaixaforumThe Caixaforum has a host of luxurious objects on loan from the British Museum; marvel at luxurious objects from Egypt to Persia!
You can read our blog here.
Find us on Patron, Facebook & Instagram. 2019-10-0935 min
The People Will Talk PodcastShe Dances like Ganesha & Her Arms Don't Lie (Plus Two Exhibitions)We discuss vibrant cultures in Morocco, dancing Bollywood, speaking Irish and the photography of Dubliner Eamonn Doyle.
You can read our blog here.2019-09-1938 min
The People Will Talk PodcastTrainspotting in the Milky WayBroadcasting from the Planets Park in Mostoles, an update on this week's hottest topics (more Brexit shambles!)
Music by https://icons8.com/music/author/moroza-knozova">Moroza Knozova from Fugue
2019-09-0630 min
The People Will Talk PodcastJumping the Berlin WallWe're back from holidays! We also mention our new book deal.
The podcasts we reference: The Stand with Eamon Dunphy and The David McWilliam's Podcast. There is also a reference to Ireland voting on 'two abortions'. We meant Ireland recently voted on two referendums, one of which was about legalising abortion.
The books we've read: The Wall Jumper by Peter Schneider and Berlin Stories by Robert Walser.
You can find our blog post about Berlin here. 2019-08-2748 min
The People Will Talk PodcastSpain's Newest Writing Star: Mercedes FisteusMercedes recently won the Ateneo Joven de Sevilla contest. Pictured with her is José Ángel Mañas, winner of the senior category with his novel, La Última Juerga.
We discuss feminism, finding your voice and the Salem With Trials, the topic of her debut novel, which will be released into bookshops in November.
Check out our blog here. 2019-08-0836 min
The People Will Talk Podcast'Just a photograph to tell my troubles to...'We talk about exhibitions featuring Berenice Abbot, Russian propaganda, Spain's relationship with the skies, and the Civil War photos of Constantino Suarez and Floro López.
You can find our blog here.2019-07-1748 min
The People Will Talk PodcastThe Irish Celtic: Spirit of Ireland Show InterviewAn interview with a dance troupe.
Here is the blog version of the interview!2019-06-2737 min
The People Will Talk PodcastChernobylWe talk about the cultural and historical background to HBO's new show.
Strange accents and book fairs also make an appearance.
Read our blog.2019-06-1442 min
The People Will Talk PodcastWarren Teaches Us How to Serve the CityIn this week episode we interview Warren Batt, head of Serve the City Madrid, and have a chat with him about the decline in volunteers, big corporations, finding meaning, and generally what is going on in this mad, mad world.
Check our blog here!2019-05-3049 min
The People Will Talk PodcastDrinking Vermouth Behind The Bike ShedWe discuss schools in Madrid's history, from the early days of teaching hygiene and giving out shoes to the Civil War, where the propaganda and bitter realities from that time still resonate today.
We also talk about our new tour and our new t-shirt.
Our blog is here, and you can find us on Instagram, Patreon & Twitter.2019-05-2447 min
The People Will Talk PodcastThe Robbie Dunne Interview: Writer, Immigrant & Adopted VallekanoRobbie hails from Ireland but now calls Madrid home. In our chat with him, he gives us a fascinating insight into the world of writing and what it feels like to live in the Spanish capital.
He has written a book, Working Class Heroes: The Story of Rayo Vallecano, Madrid's Forgotten Team. This story is a love letter to one of the last remaining barrio teams in the world, and it's available on Amazon.
A version of this interview appears in our blog.
Find us on Instagram, Twitter & Patreon.2019-05-1057 min
The People Will Talk PodcastLorca On The Back Of A Truck & Cervantes' Old Printer: Madrid Book WeekIn this episode, we discuss disappearing languages, Spanish elections, preview our next big interview, and delve into our experiences of the Madrid Book Week.
Read our latest blog post here.
Find us on Patreon, Instagram & Twitter.2019-04-3047 min
The People Will Talk PodcastWorld of Hans Zimmer Orchestra: An Exclusive Interview with Snow Owl, El Amir & Gavin GreenawayIt was our privilege and pleasure to interview three members of the World of Hans Zimmer orchestra, the talented Snow Owl, with Colombian-inspired sounds, Gavin Greenaway, conductor for Interstellar and El Amir, known for Greek, Arabic and flamenco stylings.
All three were gentlemen and spoke eloquently about art, culture and many things besides.
Featuring music by all three musicians:
The Horde (Snow Owl and El Amir)
The Sun Rose (Gavin Greenaway)
Origen del Silencio (El Amir)
With thanks to them and their management team.
You can c...2019-04-121h 03
The People Will Talk PodcastIvan's War, Fowell's Dodgy Camera & Garbled SalutationsIn this episode of the podcast, we head East to the battles of World War II, to hear from an old friend from Belarus and we consider frogs, Franco and one knock-off camera.
Read our blog - it's cool.
Find us on Instagram, Patreon and Twitter.2019-03-2949 min
The People Will Talk PodcastTuck In: A Delicious Podcast On Refugees & World Food CultureFood, glorious food!
We discuss how food can help refugees integrate into Ireland before taking a look at Egyptian gastronomy.
You can find us on Twitter, Instagram & Patreon.
Our blog can be found here.2019-03-2238 min
The People Will Talk PodcastThings You Never Learnt About The Basque Language, A Dutch Historian & Defending a DogWe chart the evolution of the Basque language and discover that it remained unwritten for 1,000 years.
A dog is defended, also.
The comedian we mention is Mitch Hedberg, while Barry's video can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7kSp9tD-dM
Check out our blog here.
You can find us on Instagram, Twitter and Patreon.2019-03-1555 min
The People Will Talk PodcastOscar Bravo: Killer Irish Robots, Nazis in NY & CapernaumWe discuss documentaries on the Oscars shortlist, far-right extremism, racism and two excellent movies.
An online Irish course also features on the agenda, and we consider the Bollywood capabilities of 90 year-olds.
This is our latest article. We talk about translating Santa Muerte.
Find on us Twitter, Instagram & Patreon.2019-03-0748 min
The People Will Talk PodcastNotes from the Past: Poland's Cold War & Sadik Kwaish Alfraji's Dark HistoryWe return with a chat about Bollywood, an Oscar contender, the art of an Iraqi refugee and badgers.
Here is the video with the Bollywood performances.
Our website: elarpamedia.com
Our blog: irishsliceofmadrid.com
Find us on Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn & Patreon.2019-02-1941 min
The People Will Talk PodcastFinding Ourselves In Deep Bogs, Deeper Books & PhotographsWe discuss Gabriel Garcia Marquez, an Irish woman who saved Jews during WWII, Lenin and a French photographer who chronicled Madrid in the 1850s.
Here is our blog article on the Irish woman.
Find us on Instagram and Patreon.
Music by Lobo Loco and eddy.2019-01-2544 min
The People Will Talk Podcast'Between my finger and my thumb' - Seamus Heaney, Poetry & the BirdsWe're back! Welcome to the first episode of the year, where we delve into castles, emotional geography, Heaney, and losing at the lottery.
Find us on Instagram and Patreon.
Check out our video on Joyce.2019-01-1143 min
The People Will Talk PodcastThe Colour of Things: Roma, History and Bringing Memories to LifeOur 101st episode and our final one before the Christmas break.
In this edition, we talk about a new film, Roma, and the art of applying colour to historical photos. There will also be references to Heidi, Toblerone and to a man with a shopping bag on his face.
Find us on Instagram, Patreon & Twitter. Our blog is irishsliceofmadrid.wordpress.com.
We'll be back in the first week of January. Enjoy!2018-12-2044 min
The People Will Talk PodcastI'm Afraid I Can't Do That, Dave: Robots, Brexit and the 100th EpisodeYay, and indeed, wooooh.
The 100th Episode.
Find us on Tumblr and Instagram, and our blog irishsliceofmadrid.worpdress.com2018-12-1156 min
The People Will Talk PodcastBarry's choice: La movida madrileñaThis week, at the request of a follower and dear friend, we talk about La Movida, a cultural phenomenon born in Madrid at the end of the 1970s which challenged the rules of the Establishment.2018-11-2941 min
The People Will Talk PodcastStory/Time - Dog and GirlWe bring you another Story/Time, this time about the inner struggles we all face sometimes.2018-11-2305 min
The People Will Talk PodcastSatori: Identity ExplorerThis week we visit an art exhibition about the rediscovery of the Mediterranean at Fundación Mapfre (Madrid), explore the intricacies of DNA and discuss Jack Kerouac's 'Satori in Paris'.
And the paintings Meri refers to are George Seurat's 'Bathers at Asnières' and 'Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grand Jatte'.
Music by Broke for Free.2018-11-1542 min
The People Will Talk PodcastAnatomy of a Madrid neighbourhood: from head to toe with a long stop at the heartWe pick a few photographs from Mariví Ibarrola’s book ‘De Lavapies a la Cabeza’, which we bought last week at the book fair in Plaza Mayor, Madrid, and tell a few stories. Expect goats, drums and dad-walking.
You can read more Lavapies stories in our blog The Irish Slice of Madrid.
Music by Broke for Free.2018-11-0839 min
The People Will Talk PodcastMaking an Exhibition of Ourselves: Exhibit A; Colours & KingsThis week we talk at length about aspects linked to the "Pharaoh: King of Egypt" exhibition at CaixaForum Madrid, as well as discussing a podcast about a writing project involving refugees in Ireland, a videogame set in the Iranian Revolution, a book on joy and more.
Disclaimer: We made a mistake when we described the pharaoh's crowns; the white crown, of course, represents Upper Egypt, and the red crown Lower Egypt, rather than the other way around!
Find us at elarpamedia.com and our blog at irishsliceofmadrid.wordpress.com2018-11-0143 min
The People Will Talk PodcastArch-Enemies, Arch-aeology & Ricard Terré's ExhibitionIn the latest podcast we discuss a new archaeology exhibition in Madrid and also Ricard Terré's retrospective in Canal Isabel II.
Terré was an accomplished photographer who took shots that celebrated the universal themes that connected us all. He was active for numerous decades and all across the world.
We finish the podcast by talking about our blog, which you can read here:
https://irishsliceofmadrid.wordpress.com/
You can find us at elarpamedia.com.2018-10-1845 min
The People Will Talk PodcastThe emotion-prompting abilities of flying harps and sea urchinsThis week we discuss the role of music - especially harps - in movies and myths, focusing on the film The Burmese Harp and the legend of the Irish god Dagda.
You can read the blog post we talk about here: https://irishsliceofmadrid.wordpress.com/2018/10/08/the-harp-instrument-of-emotions/
Music by Ketsa and Spectacular Sound Productions2018-10-1140 min
The People Will Talk PodcastGripes, Guiris & Gentrification: Coming to a Town Near YouWith Lavapies and Embajadores being voted the 'coolest' neighbourhood in the world, we take a look at what that actually means, both as a concept and for the people living there.
In part 3, the person we refer to is Daryl Davis, star of the documentary Accidental Courtesy.
Music from freemusicarchive.org
Find us on our website:
elarpamedia.com
and on Instagram, YouTube & Patreon.
Download our Android app by following this link:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.andromo.dev709055.app7481482018-10-0249 min
The People Will Talk PodcastTravel is PoliticalPlus business, Uber, ethics, and mental health.
Find us at elarpamedia.com
New video featuring Irish dancing:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WqNfw52cmfM2018-09-2837 min
The People Will Talk PodcastLast one out turn off the lights: homes left and homes lostThis week we talk about moving, missing, and losing homes, and everything that lives in between.2018-09-2034 min
The People Will Talk PodcastInterestellar trips of the nature-induced kind and other unearthly thoughtsThis week's podcast really is a universal one as we travel through time and space talking about archaeology, American politics, Spanish weddings, podcasting and our visit to the Planetarium in Madrid.
With music from Podington Bear 'Bjork' and Yung Kartz 'Wise Guy'.2018-09-1341 min
The People Will Talk Podcast'When you believe in a thing, believe in it all the way' - Exhibitions on Disney & the SaharaIn this week's episode, we went to the Walt Disney exhibition at the Caixa Forum. We also popped along to Cibeles to see an exhibition on the Sahara, and the people who have been left in limbo there.
Find us on Patreon, if you want to support us. We are also found on our website and on our social media pages, Twitter and Instagram.
Music by Soulairflair and The Polish Ambassador.2018-09-0640 min
The People Will Talk PodcastWalking through history: the Republican bunker at Parque del Capricho (Madrid)This week we are lucky enough to get into the Republican bunker at Parque de El Capricho, which has recently been opened to very limited visits, as well as visiting MAN (Spanish National Archaeological Museum).2018-08-3032 min
The People Will Talk Podcast'In the name of the holy toast': a celebration of Frank McCourtSeason 6 of El Arpa Media Podcast is here! Join us as we visit Frank McCourt's house in Limerick and discuss the writer's brief but essential set of works.2018-08-2748 min
The People Will Talk Podcast'S' is for Summer, Spanish Politics & StudyingWell, well, well... here we are at the season 5 finale as we take a two-week break for the summer holidays.
In this latest episode, we chat about the challenges and rewards of university research, and we also discuss the new leader of the Spanish political party PP.
Midway through the show, we had to switch to the car because we ran out of time in the park. With the clock counting down, we finished the show en route home. But if you think about it, a podcast on the road, with themes of travel and ch...2018-07-3038 min
The People Will Talk PodcastLighting up language learning, or how there is more to the eye than the tongue can sayThis week we talk about a very special book for children we have created, how languages are unique but concepts are universal, and we touch on some social issues we would like to see improved.2018-07-2038 min
The People Will Talk Podcast'The Last Girl' Book ReviewWe talk primarily in this podcast about the story of Nadia Murad. A victim of ISIS, forced into sexual slavery, she is now a human rights activist. We hear about her compelling story.
As always, there is miscellany before and after the review, so tune in for information about our new Android App and street tours.
Find us at elarpamedia.com, on social media and Patreon.
Music by Audiobinger.2018-07-1342 min
The People Will Talk Podcast'B' is for books about Leon, Belfast and growing up dirt poorWe start off by looking at Leon in the Spanish Civil War and one man's poignant memoir. Then we consider the socialism of Vallecas, and the dancing feet of George Best.
Find us on elarpamedia.com, our social media platforms and Patreon.2018-07-0528 min
The People Will Talk PodcastIdentity. Who are ya? Who am I? Will ya love me in the mornin'?In this episode, we talk about summer, language, the history of music, identity, Trump, Bergman and Mo Salah.
Music by Boxxmann.
Check out our website here
**** I also say removing the estate tax would cripple farmers, what I meant was not doing so would hurt them. ****2018-06-2839 min
The People Will Talk PodcastStory/Time - Summer SonA short story in the latest edition of the long-running series. Taking its cue from the style of Laurie Lee, and other wide-ranging influences, this story is about change.
By the way, check out the website at elarpamedia.com.
And a similar vibe of a story on Dressed in a Spanish Life2018-06-2307 min
The People Will Talk PodcastDance to the tune of ancient music (and add a few ball touches to that)This week we visit an exhibition on ancient musical instruments at Caixaforum, Madrid, but we cannot help dabbing into World Cup issues every so often...2018-06-2130 min
The People Will Talk Podcast'C' is for change, culture, Cups... and copying the last episode's titleIn this episode, we talk about the changing government in Madrid, a book fair, a documentary, and the 2026 World Cup bid.
Music by Scott Holmes and David Hilowitz.
Find us on Patreon and our social media platforms.2018-06-0744 min
The People Will Talk PodcastR is for repeal, for Ramadan, for respectThis week we discuss tolerance and respect, with issues that range from the recent Repeal the 8th vote in Ireland to the reflection of Ramadan on football and art.2018-05-3132 min
The People Will Talk PodcastPutting the accent on words: ideas, identities and imageryThe podcast episode in which we leave no creative genre unturned.
Check out our latest video here -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQLcBG4G5FQ&t=3s2018-05-2038 min
The People Will Talk PodcastEgyptian Kings, Cairo Derbies & Bragging RightsEven if you don't like football, there is definitely something here for you.
Watch our latest video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQLcBG4G5FQ&t=3s
Picture from Getty Images.2018-05-1715 min
The People Will Talk PodcastYanito! A Poet's History of GibraltarFriend and poet Yanito - Jonathan Teuma - tells us about his family's connection to Gibraltar. He talks about the Civil War, Franco, left-wing ideas, and poetry.
If you are in Madrid, go to one of his Poetry Slam events.
Check out the original interview
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVeyia7YNrg
And another poem by him
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4e31RvtSmY&t=25s2018-05-0818 min
The People Will Talk PodcastBook worms and flying words: writers, songwriters and songs.This week we celebrate International Book Day by talking about literary events, inspiring songwriters and how music and books go sheet in sheet.
(with music from Adriana Krikl and Krackatoa at www.freemusicarchive.org)2018-04-2637 min
The People Will Talk PodcastThe Wrong Side of History & Rivers of Blood - Syria, Brexit and so much moreA longer episode than usual for this edition.
We have a nice, gentle intro where we discuss the subtle aspects of language, a short outro where we plug our stuff, and a long middle part where we delve into Enoch Powell, Brexit, Syria, and Voltaire.
FYI - yes, we uploaded a day early.
Find us on Patreon & Instagram.2018-04-1846 min
The People Will Talk PodcastYa Feel Me Cuz?Slang is the topic of today's discussion. Is it good or bad? A part of our culture? Or something that will hold you back in your life?
We look at all the sides of this particular argument.
El Arpa Media on Patreon, Instagram & YouTube.
Music provided by our favourite group - Various Artists.2018-04-1333 min
The People Will Talk PodcastStory/Time - Conversation Is A Gateway DrugDid you think I had abandoned the stories? Well, here is a snippet of a new tale. Enjoy!2018-04-0805 min
The People Will Talk PodcastThe suspension of belief and frog underpantsJoin us this week to uncover a photography and a painting exhibition, a documentary with a subject that may or may not tickle your fancy and some interesting facts about frogs' reproductive habits. Don't thank us!
Don't forget you can now also find us on Instagram @elarpamedia , as we take over the world of social media one platform at a time.2018-04-0539 min
The People Will Talk PodcastPicking a date for Easter: sweets, birds and wordsJoin us this week for our Easter edition, featuring Hiberno-Spanish culture, language and nature to please all senses.2018-03-2936 min
The People Will Talk PodcastStory/Time - Gun Totin' Poetry EditionA selection of original poems… and one unoriginal one at the end.2018-03-2214 min
The People Will Talk PodcastFrankenstein On Vocals But Who's On The Harp?Egypt, audioguides, inspirational women, harps and a green monster.
Song 'Jazzy French' by bensound.com
Pic Credit: The Young & The Poor2018-03-1521 min
The People Will Talk PodcastCharlie Chaplin's Cinematic Chat (feat. El Arpa)Tony is a Charlie Chaplin impersonator in Madrid. This is his fascinating story.2018-03-1117 min
The People Will Talk PodcastAll kinds of trips: Egypt, toffs, identity and thermometersThis week we talk about a book describing John Gayer-Anderson's life, a colourful character involved in Egyptology, warfare and general mischief.2018-03-0245 min
The People Will Talk PodcastLoving Vincent: a portrait of the artist as a living manEl Arpa is not just media but completa, as its two members are reunited to review and relive good cinema, good art, and good times.2018-02-2528 min
The People Will Talk PodcastA Sound Bunch Of LadsA podcast that is longer than normal cos ye're a sound a bunch of lads and ye deserve it.
Taking in surrealism, old books, paint, the universe... and a spot of revisionist history.2018-02-1156 min
The People Will Talk PodcastBrian Eno's Ambient Voice ParadeThe Human Voice.
That is all.2018-02-0813 min
The People Will Talk PodcastStory/Time - Gun Totin' B****es Of The Canine KindBlogs, dogs and everything in between.
There is also gossip (xoxo) about St. Patrick, the Spanish Civil War and buskers.2018-02-0322 min
The People Will Talk PodcastStory/Time - Vagabond GreensMetros, magic, messiahs, musings, mugs, moons.
Dive right in.2018-01-2718 min
The People Will Talk PodcastSeven Masses A WeekA look at a local poet and a there's even some art. Lovely.
Because I'm an idiot, I mistakenly referred to Beckett's book as 'Kicking Against The Pricks'. It is, in fact, called 'More Kicks Than Pricks'.2018-01-2228 min
The People Will Talk PodcastWhy Do Birds Suddenly Appear?/I'm Turning Hipster (I Really Think So)A look at Laurie Lee's work, January, a poetry recital and historical pictures.
Oh, and find us on Patreon!2018-01-2025 min
The People Will Talk PodcastIlluminating the 'Dark Ages': medieval Irish poemsWe couldn't start 2018 better than by mixing all the things we love: history, poetry, Ireland, and rhythm! Join us on this trip to the world of medieval monks and manuscripts, and a few unexpected topics.2018-01-1030 min
The People Will Talk PodcastPlay it! The role of music in video gamesIn this episode we talk about the role music plays in video games, making them even more educational, emotional and exciting! With music from Valiant Hearts, Red Dead Redemption and more.2017-12-1342 min
The People Will Talk PodcastStory / Time - Magnificent MayhemThe Magnificent, meandering, mayhem of Meri at the Book Fair.2017-12-0204 min
The People Will Talk PodcastS0: Story/Time - PodcastThe first in a new series.
We tell a story over the course of an episode. In this edition, we hear the tale of a guy starting his own podcast.2017-11-1511 min
The People Will Talk PodcastA commentary on Brian Friel's 'Translations'It is theatre Thursday at El Arpa and we are just too excited to discuss literature, Irishness, language and history all in the same podcast, what more can be hoped for!2016-09-0226 min
The People Will Talk PodcastA review of 'Once upon a time in Russia', a book by Ben MezrichThe El Arpa podcast is back with not just a bang but a few as our Russian expert Enda gives us his insightful opinion on a book dealing with the rise of Russian oligarchs.2016-02-1217 min