Who are you calling a Banshee? - Ideas On Tap (Lectures In Pubs)

Join us for a chat about ideas while having a pint. Meet new people, learn about new things and try something different PLEASE NOTE WE EXPECT THIS TO SELLOUT FAST, WHEN TICKETS ARE GONE - THEY ARE GONE! For centuries, the banshee has been Ireland’s most famous messenger of death but how much do we really know about her? Join Dr Gillian Kenny for a fascinating look at the history, folklore and stories behind Ireland’s most notorious supernatural figure. From ancient traditions to the modern-day banshee, discover how this eerie figure came to be so deeply embedded in Irish culture and why she may have been misunderstood along the way. Something different to do in Ireland? Come spend an evening in the pub listening to fascinating talks, meeting interesting people, and diving into ideas you probably won’t hear anywhere else. Each event features a different speaker and theme, covering everything from science, history, psychology, philosophy, politics, film, Irish culture, and bizarre internet rabbit holes to cinema breakdowns, existential questions, and strange moments from history. One night could be about Dublin history, cult movies, or the psychology of personality. Another could explore black holes, political movements, philosophy, true crime, science fiction, or the weird side of human behaviour. After each talk there’s a live Q&A, drinks, conversation, and a chance to meet new people who are curious about the world and up for a good night out that’s a little different from the usual pub routine.