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PODCAST: No united Ireland during my lifetime, renowned historian tells Boyle event

Jul 19, 2025 22:17
By Eoghan Murphy
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PODCAST: No united Ireland during my lifetime, renowned historian tells Boyle event
Diarmaid Ferriter in conversation with Carole Coleman in the Church of Ireland in Boyle this evening

The Professor of modern Irish history at UCD was speaking at Boyle Arts Festival.

Speaking in Co Roscommon this evening, historian Diarmaid Ferriter says he doesn't expect a united Ireland during his lifetime.

The Professor of modern Irish history at UCD was speaking at Boyle Arts Festival, where he was interviewed by journalist Carole Coleman in the Church of Ireland. Afterwards, he spoke to our reporter Eoghan Murphy about the current migrant situation, the legacy of Seán Mac Diarmada, the Irish presidential race, and whether the national anthem should be taught in schools. Listen here:

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