It's a new government in the 26 counties! And it's the same as before! We unpack the 2024 elections, the new Dáil and we beg you for money for a sound mixer. Enjoy! Help us buy a mixer: https://gofund.me/8597a85cSupport the show

They're apparently saying we've been "caught lacking" on the podcast front lately, so to make up for our recent flop era we are giving you all a bumper episode to review the year 2024. We talk all the major events in politics and beyond, plus have a chat about the year's culture with Luke & Eleanor. You may have heard we were "washed", but today we are definitely "goated". From now on, new episodes will come out on the last Thursday of every month, plus there'll be some bonus eps in between. So make sure you're subscribed and follow us on socials so you don't miss an ep xAlso, follow @puregrand and @palelegs on Instagram for more Luke & Eleanor! Outro song is 'I Want' by mk.geeSupport the show

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To celebrate 75 episodes of pure socialist republican slurry, we thought we would kick off Season 2 of Casement's Leftovers by returning to the man who first brought us all together: Mark Fisher. The Weird and the Eerie – published just weeks before Fisher's death by suicide in January 2017 – is a work of literary criticism that has always seemed strange to us. We get together to try to make sense of this final work, which brings us to conversations about the nature of reality, capitalism, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, and everything in between. What is the "weird" and the "eerie"? Why does any of this matter? Cross the threshold and get weird with us. It's nice in here. The rabbit killer did not eat for a week  And no way he can look at meat  No bottle has he anymore  It could be his mangled teeth  He sees jawbones on the street  Advertisements become carnivores  And roadworkers turn into jawbones  And he has visions of islands  Heavily covered in slime  The villagers dance round pre-fabs  And laugh through twisted mouths  Don't eat, it's disallowed  Suck on marrowbones and energy from the mainlandSupport the show

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Caoimhe, a member of The Irish Bloc, joins the discussion on Irish solidarity with Palestine from Berlin. She sheds light on the group's activism against Germany's support for Israel and police repression. The conversation dives into the intersection of nationalism and identity within a politically progressive backdrop. They also explore historical genocides and the importance of remembering often-overlooked narratives. With personal anecdotes, Caoimhe emphasizes the power of cultural solidarity in fostering understanding and community action.

In this engaging conversation, Ciarán, an Irish podcaster living in Berlin with deep EU insights, tackles the complexities of European politics. The discussion ranges from lighthearted topics like sock preferences to the serious implications of fiscal transfers and Eurozone monetary policy. Ciarán clarifies key roles in the EU, like Ursula von der Leyen's position, and explores the intricacies of Ireland's sociopolitical climate. The banter provides a humorous look at the intersection of culture and politics while addressing timely European issues.

Danielle, a passionate housing activist from Right 2 The City, discusses the urgent housing crisis facing Berlin. She highlights the expropriation campaign aimed at putting 200,000 properties back under tenant control, contrasting it with the current challenges of privatization. The conversation dives into the disconnect between public support for tenants and government action, emphasizing the need for community activism and equitable housing solutions, drawing parallels with the situation in Ireland.

The moment you've all been waiting for: Helen's first solo episode! They're joined by Mark Malone from The Hope & Courage Collective (formerly The Far Right Observatory) to talk about the far right in Ireland. They talk about the influence of the British far right, the key actors and funders, the gains they made in the local elections and crucially; how to tackle them. (We had a few technical issues recording this so it's not the cleanest listen: please forgive us.) Support the show

The podcast features Margaret Hickey discussing Ireland's food history, John Dominic Crossan interpreting Jesus's teachings, and Jacques Attali exploring music's political impact. Topics include Irish food culture evolution, debunking food myths, Jesus's revolutionary message, and the political economy of music.