Topic: Irish Dance

4 chapters across the catalog

Wig Out
Episode 1459 3:42 - 6:18

1459: Wig Out

Austin Irish Dance Fest and Dance as Sport

The Austin Irish Dance Fest, or Feis, took place recently with Dame Isabella winning first place in her category. The event featured traditional Irish dance elements including high wigs and elaborate costumes. There is an ongoing debate regarding whether competitive dance should be classified as a sport and included in the Olympic Games alongside ice dancing.

Standard Man
Episode 1276 1:44:09 - 1:46:22

1276: Standard Man

Irish Dance Competitions and Dr. Ted Kaczynski

Dame Melody reported the successful execution of a major Irish dance competition in Kansas City over Labor Day weekend despite COVID-19 concerns. Separately, a listener suggested a "deep dive" into the writings of Dr. Ted Kaczynski, the Unabomber. The hosts joked about reading his manifestos on-air, noting he is currently held at the Supermax prison in Colorado.

Nine Dash Line
Episode 1167 7:59 - 11:28

1167: Nine Dash Line

Fugazotto Family Visit, Irish Dancing and Fencing

The Fugazotto family visited Austin, Texas, dining at the Lonesome Dove restaurant where they sampled elk and rattlesnake sausage. The conversation covers Lady Isabella's status as an Irish dancing champion and a host's personal history as a competitive fencer in the Dutch national championships during his youth.