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The Irish Empire: From Gangs of New York to the CIA Mystery | St. Patrick’s Day Special
Is St. Patrick’s Day a celebration of culture or a masterclass in global branding? This week, the Not So Christian Brothersstrip back the green face paint to look at the Psychology of Irish Identity. Colm and Justin discuss the "Plastic Paddy" phenomenon and the strange cultural ritual of the "Kerry Jersey" appearing in the most unexpected corners of the world.
The conversation takes a deep, historical turn into the "Theatre of Power." Colm explores how the Irish, once the bottom of the social ladder, built the skyscrapers of New York and formed powerful gangs that eventually transitioned…
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