Ep. 220 - The Lifting Stones of Ireland (feat David Keohan)

You’ve probably heard of the famous, ancient lifting stones in Iceland and Scotland, some of which are even replicated and used in strongman competitions. But did you know that over 20 stones (and still counting) have been uncovered just in the last few years in Ireland, many of them heavier than the stones in Iceland and Scotland, by primarily one man? That man, Kettlebell Sport World Champion and amateur historian David Keohan (affectionately called “Indiana Stones”) joins us in this episode to discuss the incredible stories of how these stones were unearthed. You’ll hear about these ancient stones and their rich cultural significance and connections to mythology. While we often think of history as something in the past, when you tune in you’ll learn how some history is still being uncovered in real time!

00:00 Paying respects to a ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ review

3:20 Introducing David Keohan and lifting stones in Ireland

Rogue Fitness documentaries

Stoneland: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MhQlNwxn5oo

Fullsterkur: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79Tcsg2Yac8

Levantadores: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vck32S27RmM

19:53 Researching the stones

32:18 The process of finding the stones and recording the findings

37:24 Promoting the (oral) history of the stones

52:26 Significance of the symbolism of the stones 

1:05:45 Closing out and where to find David 

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