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Ireland's Woman Problem - Finn McRedmond | Maiden Mother Matriarch 65

Mar 31, 2024

Irish Times columnist Finn McRedmond discusses Ireland's recent referendum outcomes on marriage and motherhood definitions, societal attitudes towards immigration, and the challenges of liberalization. They also delve into the evolution of abortion laws, the pro-choice stance in relation to Catholicism, and the shifting religious landscape of Ireland towards secularism.

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Finn McRedmond

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Ireland's recent referendums challenged assumptions of rapid liberalization and revealed voter disconnection.

The proposed amendments on family and women's roles lacked tangible impacts, leading to voter frustration.

Debates on feminism and social values in Ireland were sparked by the controversial referendum outcomes, highlighting complex political stances.

Deep dives

Irish Referendum on Family Definitions

Two amendments were put to a referendum in Ireland, one expanding the definition of families and the other about women's place in the home. Both were rejected by voters, with low turnouts and clear defeats for the government. This outcome surprised many, challenging the narrative of Ireland's rapid liberalization.

Introduction

2min

Ireland's Referendum Defeat and Societal Concerns

13min

Evolution of Abortion Laws and Public Sentiment in Ireland

8min

Perceptions of Pro-Choice Stance on Abortion and Catholicism in Ireland

2min

Evolving Religious Landscape of Ireland

9min

Challenges of Applying Black Lives Matter Rhetoric in Different Countries

3min

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My guest today is Irish Times columnist Finn McRedmond. We spoke about the recent referendum in Ireland on the constitutional definitions of marriage and motherhood, as well as previous referendums on abortion and same sex marriage. How liberalised and secularised has Ireland really become?

In the extended part of the episode, we spoke about the recent violent unrest in response to mass immigration, and the role of class in contemporary Irish politics.

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