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EP 112: Irish Heritage with Mike Slein

March 5, 2019

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March is a big month for Americans. We have Mardi Gras, International Women’s Day, and the Spring Equinox. For the Irish, St. Patrick’s Day celebrates the Roman Catholic feast of the patron saint of Ireland. He died on March 17, 461. In this episode, we explore the history of Irish immigrants in Newport. Our guest is Mike Slein, president of the Museum of Newport Irish History. Buck and Helena chat with Mike about how the Irish built and shaped our ‘city by the sea’. Listen in!

Mike Slein, President, Museum of Newport Irish History

Newport Irish Heritage Month Activities (pdf)

Newport Mayors from 1684

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Check out some of the details you’ll get to see up close when you go on the tour at Fort Adams !

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Helena Bee

Helena is the producer and host of That Newport Show podcast. A 10-year podcast veteran, she hosted the popular equestrian podcast, Stable Scoop, for many years before starting her own network featuring life in New England. Prior to podcasting, Helena worked as a corporate marketing & communications specialist in the software, finance, and outdoor recreation industries. She is also an avid equestrian with a mission to support compassionate and green living.

2 Comments

Reply Margaret Slein Carlson March 7, 2019 at 1:53 am
Excellent podcast I learned so much about the Irish. I thought St, Patricks Day was invented by the Americans. What great information Mike Slein has regarding Irish history and their impact on Newport. Very informative interview.