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Peig Sayers (1873 - 1958) is one of the most remarkable figures in twentieth century Ireland. Her journey to publication is a story of beating the odds. An outsider from the Dublin literary scene by geography, language, gender, education…

Dreaded technical difficulties strike but the NO ENCORE team powers through. We're all just doing our best, right? Can the same be said for UK dance titans Disclosure and their third album? What about songs related to the school experience?…

On this episode, we discuss snow days during school times, the abuse those in the public eye receive, Boris Johnson’s salary, the inclusive culture, and much more. We hope you enjoy it! #PintsOfMalt Make sure to follow us on Twitter and…

The concept of the “silly season” is arguably a dated one in the era of 24 hour news and social media; it dates back to a time when daily newspapers had to fill gaps created by the closure of houses of parliament, higher courts and lulls in…

Need parenting advice that doesn’t read like you joined a new age cult? Ask Grainne for the unvarnished truth about modern Irish parenting. Dear Grainne Building School Projects at 2am What is the deal with primary schools and…

Need parenting advice that doesn’t read like you joined a new age cult? Ask Grainne for the unvarnished truth about modern Irish parenting. Dear Grainne, Summer Holidays. This is supposed to be my vacation too– isn’t it? Like the…

Need parenting advice that doesn’t read like you joined a new age cult? Ask Grainne for the unvarnished truth about modern Irish parenting. Dear Grainne Honesty in Kids I’m not saying "kids ruin your life" but my child just told…

In general, public schools have to follow the same set of overall guidelines to ensure the appropriate education of children everywhere. However, each school is its own entity, boiling with the energy and attitudes of the people inside of…

School is how we train our kids for what to expect from life when they reach adulthood. We should be concerned, then, about what exactly we’re teaching them. Between helicopter parenting, jarringly early starts to the school day,…

Pack up your brownies. Seal up the tupperware. Shut the lid tight. Hide those tin foil flecks, forever. No one touch the crumbs! Let the birds eat the crumbs. After what has happened this afternoon, birds may fly here no more.…