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Steven O'Riordan
The Magdalenes and I
On a calm, clear Tuesday night in February 2013, a long line of Irish women in their 60s, 70s and 80s stood side by side on the plinth outside Government buildings in Ireland. These women were survivors of the notorious Magdalene Laundries. On behalf of the State and its people, the leader of their country had apologised for all they had endured. In the midst of that group of women stood a young man in his 20s named Steven O’Riordan. Steven isn’t the son of a Magdalene survivor. He isn’t a human rights activist. He is the ‘accidental’ campaigner who fought to have...
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4.7 stars from 59 ratings
Very Good!
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“Our history which should be documented. Interesting but each episode should be longer 🙏🏻”
Doctor12345ber via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
04/09/24
Superb
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“This is a fantastic podcast, giving voice to women who were denied & gaslit over their search for justice. Can’t wait hear the next episode. So professionally documented & considerate of how these wonderful women were treated.”
Ennis Mary via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
04/01/24
A must-listen for all.
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“Steven tells the story with the respect it deserves while highlighting the atrocities that occurred. Excellent humanitarian journalism.”
Newsnewsnewslil via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
04/01/24
Recent Episodes
The success of the Galway Film Festival draws enormous media attention to Steven and the Magdalene women. Other survivors start to come forward to tell their stories, marking a positive turning point in Steven's campaign to help give these women a voice. Steven soon turns his attention to a...
Published 04/29/24
The Forgotten Maggies launches at the Galway Film Festival to critical acclaim. Its success draws enormous media attention to the stories of the women and it’s now time for Steven to contemplate his next move.
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Published 04/29/24
Published 04/29/24
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