In this episode of Undercover Irish, we explore an unexpected but deeply Irish connection — how ice cream and the Presidential Election are linked through language, lore, and story.

From the words we use to describe sweetness and celebration, to the symbolic meanings behind Irish terms of leadership and belonging, we uncover how the Irish language shapes not just how we speak, but how we think and feel about who we are.

This episode is also a tribute to the late Manchán Magan, whose passing has left a quiet ache in Ireland’s cultural soul. Manchán’s work helped countless people see the Irish language not as a school subject, but as a living philosophy — a way of seeing the world rooted in connection, spirit, and place. We honour his contribution to the Irish Language, Spirit, and Identity, and reflect on how his ideas continue to inspire us to look deeper.

💭 This is more than a linguistic journey — it’s an invitation to relearn the language as a lens for understanding ourselves and the stories that shape our nation.

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