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Length:
41 minutes
Released:
Mar 4, 2009
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Podcast episode
Description
A biography of fiddle player, Mickey Finn who was born in Co Kilkenny in 1951. His life was short and tragic for Mickey was addicted to alcohol and drank himself to death. This documentary explores symbiotic relationship between traditional music and alcohol and the consequent waste of this single life. (First Broadcast 2007)
Released:
Mar 4, 2009
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (100)
DocArchive (1949): A Wine of the Country: It is thought that cidermaking in Ireland stretches back 2000 years, the religious orders were instrumental in its early production. In the 19th century, cidermaking became a business of some importance, although the industry suffered a decline... by Documentary on One Podcast