# Pirates, Snakes, and Shamrocks: The Real Story Behind Saint Patrick's Day

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Podcast: [Midnight Facts for Insomniacs](https://stenobird.com/podcast/midnight-facts-for-insomniacs-546858)
Published: 2026-03-12T07:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://shanerogerspodcast.podbean.com/e/the-story-behind-saint-patricks-day/
Audio file: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/2ens7t3ypm73rieq/SaintPatrick.mp3
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Duration seconds: 2648

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Pirates. Snakes. Shamrocks. And the stomach-turning truth behind those green rivers... Saint Patrick’s Day is one of the world’s most recognizable holidays, but the real story is even stranger than the legends. Join Shane and Duncan as they dig into the bizarre history behind Saint Patrick’s Day, separating fact from fiction and uncovering how one man’s dubious autobiography somehow turned into a global celebration of Irish culture. ~Become an Insomniac! Support the show on PATREON and unlock exclusive bonus content.~Join the community, chat with fellow insomniacs, and vote on episode topics via DISCORD~Send Shane and Duncan a message at midnightfactsforinsomniacs@gmail.com~Rep the show! Grab a tee or mug at the MIDNIGHT MERCH store and spread the word.~Follow us on INSTAGRAM

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