Friends Of Sinn Féin Podcast

Over the past number of weeks the largest Unionist party, the DUP, has sacked two leaders. The instability and refusal to honor agreements are threatening the institutions of the Good Friday Agreement.

In this interview, Ciarán Quinn Sinn Féin representative to North America gives an overview of political developments.

How did a Kentucky lawyer become head of Friends of Sinn Féin USA? What does the group do and what does the future hold for Ireland and the US?

Friends of Sinn Féin President, Mark Guilfoyle answers these questions and many more in his own informed and engaging fashion.

As Mark says, Friends of Sinn Féin is about building friends of Irish Unity.

Belfast born Jennifer McCann is a former prisoner, friend of Bobby Sands and former Sinn Fein MLA for West Belfast from 2007 to 2016 . Enjoy this conversation as Jennifer talks about her upbringing, time as an Member of the Legislative Assembly and the inside story of the women prisoners of Armagh Gaol and the 1981 hunger strikes.

Enjoy this hour-long program as Dr. Ruan O'Donnell presents the story of how Irish America shaped and made possible the Easter Rising of 1916. Produced by Friends of Sinn Féin USA.

Conversation with James Connolly Heron. Enjoy this talk with the great-grandson of 1916 Easter Rising leader James Connolly. James has a deep and unique understanding of the events of 1916. James talks about his background, the life and legacy of his famous ancestor, the campaign to save Moore Street in Dublin and much more.

What about the big lad?" Bobby Sands asked, referring to if Gerry Adams would be allowed in the prison for negotiations to end the hunger strikes. The Brits have refused I told him and at that point he realized, we both knew, this visit would be the last time I would see him." In this powerful conversation Bik details his upbringing, time as a prisoner in the H Blocks, and role in the 1981 Hunger Strike.

Michelle O'Neill, MLA is Vice President of Sinn Féin and joint First Minister of the Executive in the North. In this discussion Michelle talks to friend of Sinn Féin Jay Hodges about leading the five party coalition in the Northern government, the challenges of Brexit, the drive for Irish unity and the role Irish America and North America in general can play. Enjoy this talk with the Sinn Féin leader.

Director Sean Murray speaks to FOSF about his film 'Unquiet Graves' the story of murder, collusion and the notorious Glenanne Gang. This powerful conversation will leave you shocked and moved. Thanks to Sean for sitting down with us to talk about the experience of filming it and the risks that went along with it. We truly hope you enjoy! To learn more visit www.unquietgraves.com

Exclusive update for North America with Sinn Fein MP for North Belfast John Finucane. John speaks out about the latest cover-up from the British Government, Irish-America's support and what's next in the search for justice and truth.

A woman who needs no introduction. Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald on the year that was, Irish unity, Brexit, what comes next and more! Enjoy this thirty minute sit-down with one of the first woman to lead the opposition leaders in the history of the Dáil.

Born into a working class Dublin family, Andrée is part the Ireland Futures Group preparing the groundwork for Irish unity. Andrée is a columnist for Anderstontown News and also works for Relatives for Justice, where she campaigns for justice for victims of the conflict. Enjoy this inspiring conversation with a woman of many talents!

Séanna joins Jay to talk about his life growing up in Belfast, his 20 years as IRA Political Prisoner and his role as the Manager of www.arasuichonghaile.com (The James Connolly Centre) in Belfast. They look at the history of James Connolly, his work in the USA and his continued inspiration for generations of Irish Republicans.

The Good Friday Agreement provides a peaceful and democratic pathway to Irish Unity. So what are the next steps? How do we deliver Irish Unity? What is the role of Irish America? How can you help? A discussion between Gerry Adams and Joe Crowley. Moderated by Prof. Christine Kinealy.

Everything you wanted to know about Brexit but were afraid to ask! check out this brand new interview with Sinn Fein MP for South Down Chris Hazzard. Chris has been an abstentionist Sinn Fein MP since 2017 and previously served as South Down's MLA.

In this episode Jay interviews Mairéad Farrell the Sinn Féin TD for Galway West and spokesperson for Public Spending and Reform. Mairéad details how and why she joined Sinn Féin, her connections with Belfast, what its like to win and lose elections and her hopes for the future.  

JOIN US TO REMEMBER THE HUNGER STRIKERS. Not to be missed interview with Danny Morrison spokesperson in 1981 for Bobby Sands, Author and life long Irish Republican activist.

In this episode of An Scéal Eile we meet Ciarán Quinn the new Sinn Féin representative for North America. Ciarán details his background, his role and his hopes for the future of a new and united Ireland.