'The tried to bury us, but they didn't know were seeds.' Felicia Olusanya, known as FeliSpeaks, is changing the face of poetry in Ireland. A Nigerian-Irish poet from Longford, she began performing at poetry slams and spoken word events while a student in Maynooth, where she now lives. FeliSpeaks’ work confronts issues of identity, race, gender and more in a strikingly individual style. Her poem ‘For our Mothers’ will be featured on the Leaving Certificate curriculum from 2023, and in 2020 she was commissioned by RTÉ to write and perform her poem ‘Still’, a reflection on Ireland’s experience of the Covid-19 pandemic. On Ireland's Edge - The Podcast, she speaks with Christopher Kissane about the inspiration and story behind the spoken word piece, the unique emotional power of poetry, and why she is uncomfortable with being labeled and activist.

"We do have solutions." How did the Irish housing system reach breaking point and can we fix it? The results of Irish housing policy have created a crisis that reaches into every community and region in the country. It increasingly blights the lives of multiple generations. It undermines and conflicts with many other national priorities and strategies. How has it got to this point and what will it take to ameliorate? Orla Hegarty, Assistant Professor, School of Architecture, Planning and Environmental Policy, University College Dublin, sits down with Muireann Kelliher to discuss how our housing system became so broken, and what we can do to fix it.

"It’s not a country that seems any happier than it was four years ago." It has been an extraordinary few years in American news. The surprise election of Donald Trump eventually gave way to his impeachment, his defeat, and then to the unprecedented violent assault on the US Capitol. Mass shootings and police brutality have prompted sustained protests against racial injustice. Heatwaves, wildfires and floods have highlighted the catastrophic impact of climate change. And the worst pandemic in over a century has led to millions of American deaths. All of this amidst a toxic cultural and political divide that seems to grow ever wider. Covering it all has been the Guardian’s US editor John Mulholland. In December 2021 he spoke with Ireland's Edge Curator Muireann Kelliher about the key stories and events of the recent past, the pressing issues of the present, and the uncertain and challenging road ahead.

The incredible Maverick Sabre made a very welcome return to the Other Voices stage with this stunning live version of Glory especially for Other Voices Home at the Guinness Storehouse.

Guardian's Folk Album of the Year winner John Francis Flynn performed a hauntingly beautiful version of the My Son Tim at Other Voices Home at the Guinness Storehouse.

Pillow Queens took over the Guinness Storehouse with this stunning live version of Liffey for Other Voices Home.

Bell X1 + the Theodora Byrne Ensemble teamed up for this stunning reimagined version of The Lobster at the Guinness Storehouse as part of Other Voices Home.

The brilliant Ryan McMullan blew us all away with this beautiful performance of Oh Susannah during Other Voices: Home at the Guinness Storehouse.

Scottish folk sensation Brìghde Chaimbeul gives an enchanting performance of 'A Bhriogais Uallach / Highean Donn Nan Gobha’ at Other Voices 2021 in Dingle.

David Keenan performs a stunning live version of his beautiful track Philomena in Church of Saint James for Other Voices 2021 in Dingle.

Irish supergroup Houseplants give an electric performance of their synth filled track 'Companero' for Other Voices 2021 in Dingle.

Rising pop-star Aimée shined bright in the IMRO Other Room with a pitch perfect performance of 'Nobody Else' for Other Voices Festival in Dingle, November, 2021.

Alternative hip-hop duo Tebi Rex gave one of the most energetic sets of Other Voices Festival 2021. Here's the incredible 'I Never Got Off The Bus' from that magic performance in Dingle.

Dublin's dynamic duo Mango X MathMan perform 'Lonely Night' with a guest appearance by the sensational Loah in Church of Saint James for Other Voices 2021 in Dingle.

Stevie Appleby, one of Ireland's most cherished singer-songwriters and former member of Little Green Cars melts hearts with this beautiful performance of Mother of Pearl at Other Voices Festival in Dingle, 2021.

Queen of North Dublin Gemma Dunleavy delivers a mesmerising performance of 'Up de Flats' at Other Voices Festival 2021 in Dingle.

Everyone's favourite new band SPRINTS perform the thundering Manifesto live at Other Voices Festival, Dingle in November 2021.

The amazing Sigrid performs the anthemic 'Don't Kill My Vibe' live in the Church of Saint James for Other Voices Festival 2021 in Dingle.

Pop superstar Sigrid made a welcome return to the Church of St James to perform a stunning version of It Gets Dark Live at Other Voices Festival, Dingle in November 2021.

Dublin psyche-rockers MELTS brought their unique wall of sound to Dingle for Other Voices Festival 2021. Here's the exhilarating live version of Maelstrom from their acclaimed debut record.

The inimitable John Grant performs an intimate rendition of the title track from his album ‘Grey Tickles, Black Pressure’ live in the Church of Saint James for Other Voices 2021 in Dingle.

Hip-Hop’s brightest rising star Kay Young makes her Other Voices debut and performs the show stopping 'I've Got You' in Church of Saint James for Other Voices 2021 in Dingle.

A stunning, soulful performance of 'Better Days' by the brilliant Dermot Kennedy, live for Other Voices Festival in November 2021.

Limerick City's alt-rock quintet Fox Jaw making their Other Voices debut with their performance of 'Kerosene' as part of OV 19.

Here's 'Drown' from NewDad's incredible Other Voices debut during Courage at Galway International Arts Festival.

"I will now be beginning a campaign to get Harrington's a Michelin Star" 🌟 CMAT stopped by the iconic Harrington's Chipper in Dingle to play some tunes, have a chat and of course taste some local delicacies.

Rock hero Mark Lanegan made a very welcome return to the Other Voices stage last December. Here is the incredible 'War Horse' from that iconic live set.

The Queen of alt-country CMAT has made waves in the past 18 months with a string of sharp-witted + irresistibly catchy releases. Here's the brilliant 'I Don't Really Care For You' from her sensational OV 19 performance.

Young singer-songwriter Luz gave a flawless performance on her Other Voices debut last December, cementing herself as one of the most exciting new voices around. Take a moment out to enjoy this dreamy performance of 'The Author'.

Last December chamber-folk act Sun Collective gave a stunning performance in Dingle as part of Other Voices 19. We're delighted to share Swallow from that special night.

Firmly established as one of Ireland's sharpest songwriters, Ailbhe Reddy flexed her impressive performance credentials last December with a staggering live set for Other Voices Series 19. Her delicate yet powerful set was filled with slacker-pop bangers from brilliant debut album 'Personal History'. This live version of its title track was a standout moment.

19 years after he played the very first Other Voices, Dublin's finest Damien Dempsey made a welcome return to the Church of St James last December. Here's the anthemic Sing All Our Cares Away from that special night.

Pioneering multi-instrumentalist Peter Broderick closed the show at OV 19 in style with a performance full of fun, light and even mouth trumpets. Here is Stop and Listen from his headline set in the Church of St James.

Indie-dream-pop quartet NewDad played a blistering set on their OV debut in their hometown for Other Voices Courage at Galway International Arts Festival. Here's the live version of the dreamy 'How' from that unforgettable night.

Join us at 9pm on Fri 3 September as together with Galway International Arts Festival we bring you 'Courage' live from St Nicholas' Church in Galway City.

Last December, For Those I Love performed a powerful, prescient + mesmerising set in the Church of St James for OV 19. We are so honoured to share the immaculate 'I Have A Love' with you from that unforgettable night.

Ahead of their performance at Other Voices Galway, we're delighted to share the gorgeous live version of the new single 'Trouble' by Susan O'Neill and Mick Flannery. This special performance was recorded in Dingle as part of Other Voices Series 19.

Dublin hip-hop sensation Nealo invited us into the beautiful + emotional world of his debut record at OV 19 with this moving performance of the title track All The Leaves Are Falling.

Last December we were treated to a music masterclass by two for the greats: multi-award winning traditional singer Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh & renowned singer-songwriter, record producer and guitarist Gerry O'Beirne. Here's the Black Waterside from that memorable performance.

Armagh surrealist singer-songwriter Conchúr White made a glorious Other Voices debut last December with a soothing, stripped-back set. Here's the gorgeous Lungs from that sublime performance.

Amelia Baker (Cinder Well) brought her own unique blend of transatlantic folk music to West Kerry for her Other Voices debut in December 2020 bringing Jim Ghedi and Lankum's Cormac MacDiarmada along for the ride. From that performance here is No Summer.

Last December Aoife Nessa Frances played a dreamy set from the Hillgrove as part of Other Voices Series 19. Here's the glorious Day Out Of Time from that very special performance.

Pillow Queens took over the Church of St James last December as part of OV 19. Here is the stunning Donaghmede from that unforgettable performance.

Before their incredible set at the Church of St James last December we caught up with Pillow Queens to talk music, politics and Other Voices.

Séamus & Caoimhe Ui Fhlatharta stole everyone's hears last year with their stunning sean-nós set. Enjoy this special performance from the exceptionally talented duo.

Poet and rapper Dyrt assumes the form of the Irish god of poetry Ogma in his fast and free-flowing performance from Ireland’s Edge 2020, where he brilliantly and originally brings to life the legends and myths of Irish folklore. On Ireland’s Edge - The Podcast, Dyrt talks about the inspiration behind the piece, his own fascination with Irish myth and legend, the power of the spoken word, and how poetry and rap changed his life. Listen here : https://spoti.fi/3inUd7k

In this era of contested truths we invited some of the country's most compelling and illuminating voices from a range of disciplines to explore what we know now and how we know it. Take a look back at these pertinent, far-seeing discussions and captivating musical performances: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcm09... Featuring: Featuring: Orla Hegarty, Assistant Prof UCD / Roisin Kiberd, Author, Professor Aoife McLysaght, TCD / Dr David Kenny - Assistant Professor, School of Law, Trinity College Dublin / Diarmaid Ferriter, Professor, UCD School of History / Síobhra Quinlan - Co-curator - Ireland's Edge / Muireann Kelliher - Co-curator - Ireland's Edge / With music from the otherworldly Rachael Lavelle + the fresh new voice of drill in Ireland Fay'd The Known World was created by our ideas strand Ireland's Edge with kind support from Intel. Music courtesy of Sorcha Richardson + David Curley of The Clinic Recording Studios, Dublin