Bridget: Saint, Goddess, Myth
This month marks the official start of spring in …
February 23, 20261h 10m
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Show Notes
This month marks the official start of spring in Ireland and to mark it Naomi and Tim discuss the figure of Bridget, Brigid or Bríd. A goddess in Gaelic times who became Christianised into Saint Bridget, the stories about this figure reveal fascinating details about the society that produced them.
A bonus Halfpint debrief episode is available here for Patreon supporters: https://www.patreon.com/posts/halfpint-debrief-151451289
Here are links to some podcasts we mentioned in the episode that have delived into Bridget and her legacy in Ireland:
The Irish History Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7frXuuvcxGMDnDdim5Wv20?si=77qeFMbERYSyD5yP-crldw
Talking History: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7LY4tBxJRYSfM6VIwJ3eyn?si=MBNVncl0SuqBjCppl0miww