Episode 218 - Classics - The Birth Of Setanta

Welcome back to the Candlelit Tales podcast. In this series, we’re taking a look at some of the Classics of Irish mythology, those stories that most people know, or at least know a version of. In this episode, Sorcha tells the story of another legendary pair of siblings: The King of Ulster, Conchubar Mac Nessa, and his sister and charioteer, Deichtre. And the mysterious origins of one of the greatest heroes in Irish myth, the boy who could defeat armies and eventually came to be known as Cúchulainn. Please note the content of these stories may be triggering for some listeners, please take care of yourself as you listen. This story contains mentions of disappearance, abduction, coerced marriage, and childbirth. This podcast is proudly sponsored by the people who donate to us each month via https://www.patreon.com/candlelittales and anyone who sends us a once-off donation through the Paypal button on our website http://candlelittales.ie/ Find details of our upcoming shows here: https://candlelittales.ie/performances/