Episode 5: Pints & Pearls: Guinness, Oysters, and the Art of the Perfect Pairing
Craic on the Coast: An AOH Podcast
Release Date: 05/14/2025
Episode 14: Making Irish History Go Viral: A Conversation with Davy Holden
Craic on the Coast: An AOH Podcast
Making Irish History Go Viral: A Conversation with Davy Holden In Episode 14 of Craic on the Coast, hosts Michael Schilling and Shaun Morgan sit down with two fantastic guests. First up is Davy Holden, the Irish storyteller behind , whose short, engaging lessons on Irish history have attracted more than 200,000 followers on Instagram. Davy shares how he got started, why his content resonates so widely, and what’s next for him. Plus, he tells us the story behind the exclusive jersey design we’re giving away to one lucky listener! Next, we’re joined by Liam...
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Episode 13: In the Midst of Plenty with Amy Day
Craic on the Coast: An AOH Podcast
Episode 13 – In the Midst of Plenty with Amy Day In this episode of Craic on the Coast, host Michael Schilling welcomes playwright Amy Day, writer of the acclaimed musical In the Midst of Plenty. Amy shares the inspiration behind the show, the historical research that shaped it, and how audiences in Ireland have connected deeply with its story of resilience during the Great Famine. She also discusses her team’s current fundraising efforts to bring the production back to the stage and the exciting possibility of an American tour. Tune in to hear: The origins and...
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Episode 12: From Brockton to Ballsbridge: A Conversation with Ambassador Claire Cronin
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Episode 12 – From Brockton to Ballsbridge: A Conversation with Ambassador Claire Cronin In this very special episode of Craic on the Coast, Michael Schilling and Shaun Morgan sit down with Claire Cronin, former U.S. Ambassador to Ireland. From her groundbreaking rise in Massachusetts politics to her impactful diplomatic service in Dublin, Ambassador Cronin shares her journey as a public servant, her career “firsts,” and the lessons learned in leadership, diplomacy, and perseverance. We talk about her proudest achievements, her fondest memories representing the United States in...
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Episode 11: Diamonds & Brotherhood: Irish Baseball and Hibernian Pride
Craic on the Coast: An AOH Podcast
🎙️ Episode 11 – "Diamonds & Brotherhood: Irish Baseball and Hibernian Pride" In this episode of Craic on the Coast, host Michael Schilling is joined by two distinguished guests: John Fitzgerald, CEO of the Irish American Baseball Society, and Sean Pender, National President of the Ancient Order of Hibernians. They reflect on the recent baseball game between the Irish Wolfhounds and the Boston Jakes at the Brockton Rox stadium—a day filled with heritage, sport, and camaraderie. The Father John Murphy Division was proud to take part in the opening ceremonies and attend the...
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Episode 10: From Native Roots to Global Goals: Ireland Lacrosse with Michael Kennedy
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In this international edition of Craic on the Coast, hosts Michael Schilling and Shaun Morgan sit down with Michael Kennedy, CEO of Ireland Lacrosse, for an inspiring conversation about sport, identity, and global community. Recorded shortly after meeting at the Great Hunger Institute Summer School Conference in Strokestown, Roscommon, this episode explores the Native American origins of lacrosse, Ireland’s strong cultural and diplomatic relationship with the Haudenosaunee Nation, and how lacrosse has become a vehicle for storytelling,...
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Episode 9: Songs of the Heart: Declan Houton of Devri and the Power of Community
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🎙️ Craic on the Coast – Episode 9: "Songs of the Heart: Declan Houton of Devri and the Power of Community" In this heartfelt episode of Craic on the Coast, hosts Michael Schilling and Shaun Morgan sit down with beloved Irish musician Declan Houton, lead singer of Devri. They trace Declan’s journey from Donegal to the South Shore and explore how his music—and his unwavering commitment to community—has made a lasting impact. From benefit concerts to first pitches, Declan reflects on the Irish spirit of giving back, including the...
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Episode 8: Walking Memory: The Story Behind the National Famine Way
Craic on the Coast: An AOH Podcast
🎙️ Craic on the Coast – Episode 8: “Walking Memory: The Story Behind the National Famine Way” In this powerful episode of Craic on the Coast, host Michael Schilling welcomes Caroilin Callery, founder and driving force behind the National Famine Way in Ireland. From its origins in the haunting records of Strokestown Park to its emergence as a 100-mile commemorative trail—and now its expansion into a Global Famine Way—we explore the emotional, historical, and logistical journey that brought this vision to life. Caroilin shares how the...
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Episode 7: Bloomsday on the Coast: Joyce, Poetry and 38 Years of Tradition
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🎙️ Bloomsday on the Coast: Joyce, Poetry and 38 Years of Tradition In this special Bloomsday episode of Craic on the Coast, hosts Michael Schilling and Shaun Morgan are joined by Jennifer Harris and Miriam O’Neal of America’s Hometown Laureates to celebrate the language, legacy, and literary revolution of not only James Joyce but Irish poets and poetry in general. Together, they explore the meaning of Bloomsday and how Irish literature continues to inspire modern poetry and community storytelling....
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Episode 6: Six Days, One Hundred Miles, and a Thousand Stories: Walking the National Famine Way
Craic on the Coast: An AOH Podcast
In this moving episode of Craic on the Coast, hosts Michael Schilling and John Sullivan recount their unforgettable six-day journey walking the National Famine Way—a 100-mile path from Strokestown, County Roscommon to Dublin. Retracing the footsteps of 1,490 Irish men, women, and children who were forced to emigrate during the Great Hunger of 1847, the hosts reflect on the historical weight of each step, the emotional moments along the trail, and the modern purpose behind their walk: raising funds to combat hunger today. From stories of bronze shoes and...
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Episode 5: Pints & Pearls: Guinness, Oysters, and the Art of the Perfect Pairing
Craic on the Coast: An AOH Podcast
In this episode of Craic on the Coast, Michael Schilling and Shaun Morgan welcome special guest Michael Reardon, Guinness Brewery Ambassador, for a deep dive into the rich history and surprising harmony of Guinness and oyster pairings. From the origins of Guinness at St. James’s Gate to the briny, bold world of oyster tasting on the South Shore, the conversation blends tradition, flavor, and a bit of pub wisdom. We also explore what makes the perfect pour, how local oyster varieties complement different Guinness styles, and why this centuries-old pairing still captures...
info_outlineIn this episode of Craic on the Coast, Michael Schilling and Shaun Morgan welcome special guest Michael Reardon, Guinness Brewery Ambassador, for a deep dive into the rich history and surprising harmony of Guinness and oyster pairings. From the origins of Guinness at St. James’s Gate to the briny, bold world of oyster tasting on the South Shore, the conversation blends tradition, flavor, and a bit of pub wisdom.
We also explore what makes the perfect pour, how local oyster varieties complement different Guinness styles, and why this centuries-old pairing still captures imaginations—and taste buds—today.
Pour a pint, slurp an oyster, and tune in—sláinte!
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