Reviews

What a wonderful episode. An engagement with a legendary broadcaster who sheds light on our history and the Irish American journey , in a beautifully honest and totally compelling style. Adrian`s ``road`` is signposted with wonderful skill by the host. Celebrate this.

Just listened to your chat with The Hardy Bucks, Bryan and Peter. Funny, touching, informative, wonderfully edited and narrated. Being out in the middle of Galway Bay, it made me miss both Galway and NYC in equal measure! I look forward to listening back to this episode again, and binge the rest! I look forward to meeting you all in person either side of the Bay, or indeed Ocean. Iontach ar fad! Bhain mé fíor-thaitneamh as.

Entertaining, informative, comedic, hopeful and historic. An amalgam of emotions portrayed in the past and the present, with positive movement to the future. Listening to Paul Finnegan and all guests plants you in the 'center of the weaved story, yearning for it to continue. I bet Galway will be placed on many a person's must visit lists!!!

Really enjoyable chat with Peter & Bryan, delighted to see the two lads doing so well in New York - St. Pats’ Bar always a great place to stop in for a pint in NY or meet the lads down in O’Connors, Salthill when they take a trip home!

Great podcast with the two brothers, glad to see them doing so well in NY! Always welcoming the Galway crowd to NY and always happy to have them back home for a Guinness in O’Connors.

It was excellent. Outstanding lead by Paul and matched with beautiful insights by the Brothers.

Loved it Nice to hear someone like Pat Lally Telling the truth about the past And reminiscing about the good old days

I have always liked Susan McKeown and was lucky to meet her at the New York Irish Center so hearing her story wad such a treat for me. She has led a very interesting life and I really think that her story would be of interest to most of us. Give a listen. You won't be disappointed.

It was excellent. A wonderful subject presented with craft.

From his perch as a long-time leader of the Irish in New York, Paul Finnegan consistently spins out beautifully crafted stories of immigrant journeys, drawing out extraordinary tales from seemingly ordinary people and some marquee names as well. A great podcast to follow whether you are Irish, a New Yorker, or just someone who enjoys suberb storytelling!

These are wonderful audio portraits of delightful Irish souls who have quietly lived remarkable lives in New York. Each segment is hosted/guided by Paul Finnegan. An Irish expat, Paul gently coaxes out the life stories of his guests, filling in the gaps of their conversations with quick summaries of pivotal moments in their lives. Many of Paul’s guests arrived in New York as teenagers in the 1950s and 1960’s, leaving behind all they loved and lived for to begin anew. But in every interview, you never get the impression any of Finnegan’s guests completely left Ireland. Each one talks with enormous fondness of the connection to the land of their birth and the effort they made to keep ties to Ireland strong. If there is any hint of Irish ancestry in you or your family, take a moment to listen: your Irish eyes will be smiling and crying.

The engaging story presenter Paul Finnegan displays Susan McKeown's life to us with artful skill that is endearing, comprehensive, empathetic, and encouraging. And, the same descriptors can be said of the wonderful musician Susan McKeown. With Mother's Day upon here in the United States, what a joy to listen to Susan's stories of her own mother, as well as Susan's stories of her lovely daughter. Paul captures Susan's strength that is embedded in her passionate soul that nurtures her vocal singing and musical career.

Thoroughly enjoyed this podcast for many reasons. It was well structured and presented, with the conversation perfectly intermingled with wonderful snippets of music. Susan's life story is incredibly moving and inspiring and will resonate with many. Wishing both her and her daughter Roisin all the best for the future. Looking forward to future podcasts in this series.

What a wonderful way to get to know a great man -- no wonder Bushwick is going through a boom, the neighborhood is blessed with angels like Fr. James. He is well named as Padre for the Poor. May his great work continue.

Beautifully crafted piece on Fr James Kelly, a man committed to service on behalf of his ever shifting NYC community. His kindness and willingness to go the extra mile on behalf of the less fortunate shines through

Loved this podcast and must listen to the others in this series. Peggy is a most interesting woman and told her life story in a most enjoyable way and Paul Finnegan is a great narrator. Peggy’s brother being sent to live with grandparents reminded me of my sister who was sent to live with my maternal grandfather and aunt when she was two after the arrival of the 7th child. Six more came after that. My sister didn’t return to live with us until she was 13. Up until then my grandfather wouldn’t give her back. My parents regretted not being forceful enough with him. Keep up the wonderful interviews.