The Celebration Sessions
Conor Clear
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The Literature Of Love
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02/26/21 • 30 min
We're talking about the literature of love this time around and I'm joined by Bob Johnston of the Gutter Bookshop in Dalkey and Temple Bar to talk through the greatest literary lovers, some wedding ceremony inspiration, and why we love a tragic love story.
Bob and The Gutter Bookshop team have been keeping the show on the road through lockdown with deliveries so you can check out the wonderful books available to keep you entertained here and make sure to keep up to date with the Gutter Bookshop on their Twitter page, and their Instagram page.
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Celebrating Milestones In Japan
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01/06/22 • 40 min
Japan is a country rich in ceremony and ritual so in this episode I'm joined by Kyoto based writer Karen Lee Tawarayama to find out more about some of the milestone occasions in Japanese culture and how they're celebrated. We're chatting about Okuizome, a celebration of a child's first meal; Shichi-Go-San which celebrates children at the ages of three, five, and seven; and Seijin no Hi which marks coming of age into Japanese adulthood. Its a lovely episode which looks at family, food, and ritual.
A heartfelt thank you and arigato to Karen Lee Tawarayama for joining me for this episode. You can find out more about Karen and the wonderful team of Kyoto based writers who make up 'Writers in Kyoto' online at https://www.writersinkyoto.com/
For anyone who would like explore their creative side, Writers in Kyoto are running their seventh Annual Kyoto Writing Competition. Its open to entrants from all over the world with some fantastic prizes up for grabs. You can get information about the competition here Its an opportunity not to be missed.
Also, Writers in Kyoto published an anthology called Structures of Kyoto which explores the physical, spiritual, and artistic elements of Japan’s ancient capital and beckons one to “step through the gate” to interact with them. Its available through Amazon but you can find out more about it here.
Enjoy this episode and, as always, don't forget to rate and review the podcast.
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Embracing Change To Find Your Happy Place
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02/05/21 • 31 min
Broadcaster, hotelier, wellness and motivational speaker, Bibi Baskin shares her story of embracing change through her life; recognising synchro destiny; and finding a peaceful pace to life.
Bibi's gorgeous book 'The Happy Book' is available on her website. You can also find out more information about Bibi's Facebook group here. Two lovely websites worth checking out.
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The Art Of The Meaningful Connection
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03/19/21 • 34 min
Life coach, celebrant and columnist Ariana Dunne shares her wisdom on how to make meaningful love connections. We're talking dating through the pandemic, showing yourself some self-love, and the pros and cons of ordering chicken wings on a first date; PLUS we have some listeners Q&As.
You can find out more about Ariana through her website here. Check out her Instagram here, and not forgetting the Irish Country Magazine if you want to check out her column.
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Creating a Lasting Legacy
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12/19/23 • 37 min
As we approach the year's end, it can be a time for reflection and anticipation. As a funeral celebrant, I've had the privilege of honouring lives that have left behind beautiful legacies for their families and the concept of 'legacy' has lingered with me, urging me to explore it further.
In this episode, I’m joined by end-of-life planner and founder of Living Legacy, Jennifer McConnell to discuss the idea of leaving a lasting legacy.
I’m delighted that Jennifer has joined me for this episode as she is a guiding force in helping people navigate this profound journey, ensuring that their values, stories, and dreams endure with grace and purpose.
You can find out more about Jennifer and Living Legacy online on livinglegacy.ie; and on Instagram here. You can also connect with Living Legacy on Threads too.
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A Reaction To The Recent Announcement From The Vatican Regarding Blessing Same Sex Unions
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10/09/23 • 18 min
This episode is slightly different as it is Conor on his own, sharing his thoughts about the recent headlines from the Vatican regarding the blessing of same sex unions.
The language the Vatican uses when talking about LGBTQI+ people can often be so upsetting and hurtful, and this episode discusses a way forward for people of faith who are made feel 'less than' by the Church. Hopefully the main takeaway from this episode for anyone who has a faith and who feels excluded from the Church, is that they know there is a wonderful community of Celebrants across Ireland and further afield who want to celebrate them while also including their faith and beliefs.
If you want to get involved in the conversation you can get in touch via The Celebration Sessions on Instagram
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Ireland's Largest Wedding Event
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08/16/23 • 26 min
There are wedding bells in the air for this episode as the countdown is on to The Wedding and Honeymoon Show at the RDS.
I'm joined by writer broadcaster and presenter Andrea Hayes, and award winning wedding expert Sara Kennedy as they share some of the highlights we can expect at Ireland's largest wedding show, this September at the RDS.
Make sure to keep up to date with the latest on the show on socials @weddub You can check out Instagram here and Tik Tok here.
A huge thank to the organisers for sharing a discount code so when you're booking your tickets, use code CONOR20
And finally make sure to check out Sara on irishweddingblog.ie and Sara's super podcast Real Weddings with Sara
Enjoy the episode and more importantly, get yourself to the RDS this September 2nd and 3rd.
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The Irish of Recoleta Cemetery in Buenos Aires
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04/10/23 • 37 min
The Irish have have left their imprint on the history of Argentina and for this episode we turn our attention to Mayo born William 'Guillermo' Brown; Father Fahy; Alfie Lamb; and Camila O'Gorman.
I'm joined by tour guide Victoria Catta who shares stories of military heroes, religious leaders, and a tragic love story of legendary proportions.
A huge thank you to Victoria for sharing her time and joining me on the podcast. While this is not an ad and there are no affiliations, I'd love to mention that Victoria is a wonderful guide with Buenos Aires Free Walks and being apart of her tour was really super.
I loved learning about these iconic Argentinians and I hope you enjoy the episode.
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The Seventh Continent
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03/27/23 • 32 min
I am on board Hurtigruten's MS Roald Amundsen after a wonderful expedition cruise across Antarctica. The ship is named after the fist person to reach the South Pole. So, of course it was so fitting to sit down and chat with one of the fantastic expedition team on board, Luciano Matías.
Luciano shares his journey from Chile to life as an Antarctic expedition guide; the pioneering explorers who inspired him; and the beauty of wedding ceremonies in the Antarctic.
A huge thank you and lots of gratitude to Luciano who took time out of his time off on board to join me. Its important to say that this episode is not affiliated with Hurtigruten in any way; it is not an advertisement; and Luciano joined me in his own capacity. Muchos gracias Luciano.
Enjoy the episode.
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Remembering Seosamh Ó Broin: Laoch An Chultúir Inse Chór
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10/18/23 • 34 min
Seosamh Ó'Broin was a historian, Irish language advocate, and member of the community in Inchicore. His impact on Inchicore is far reaching, from campaigning to save and redevelop Kilmainham Gaol, to building a local cultural centre in the heart of the village, to recording the fascinating history of the area in his wonderful book, "Inchicore, Kilmainham and District".
Seosamh sadly passed away on 30th October 2022, and this episode of the podcast celebrates the wonderful legacy Seosamh has left for the people of Inchicore and beyond. I'm joined by Michael Flanagan, Deirdre Farrell, Áine Dé Cleir, and Gerri English to pay tribute to Seosamh and celebrate his impact on the area.
The Halla Conradh Na Gaeilge in Inchicore continues to be a big part of the community and you can keep up to date with their events on Twitter / X here
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How many episodes does The Celebration Sessions have?
The Celebration Sessions currently has 38 episodes available.
What topics does The Celebration Sessions cover?
The podcast is about Ireland, Spirituality, Love, Religion & Spirituality, Feel Good, Podcasts, Health And Wellness, Loss and Life.
What is the most popular episode on The Celebration Sessions?
The episode title 'Remembering Seosamh Ó Broin: Laoch An Chultúir Inse Chór' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Celebration Sessions?
The average episode length on The Celebration Sessions is 34 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Celebration Sessions released?
Episodes of The Celebration Sessions are typically released every 13 days, 11 hours.
When was the first episode of The Celebration Sessions?
The first episode of The Celebration Sessions was released on Jan 7, 2021.
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