Robin O' Connell
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Episode 7 focuses on Robin O' Connell from Meelick, in South East Co. Clare - poitin maker,  Gaelic football supremo, tradition bearer, free spirit. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Margaret O' Connor,  who made lovely recordings of great people in O'Briensbridge, Co. Clare, and who gently insisted that we go meet Robin and record him. This episode is made with the support of Clare County Council through Clare County Library and Rethink Ireland. Follow the work of Cuimhneamh an Chláir on Instagram or Facebook Or e mail us at [email protected]
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