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Bridget: Saint, Goddess, Myth
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- The Irish Passport
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- Feb 23, 2026
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- 4200
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Summary
This month marks the official start of spring in Ireland and to mark it Naomi and Tim discuss the figure of Bridget, Brigid or Bríd. A goddess in Gaelic times who became Christianised into Saint Bridget, the stories about this figure reveal fascinating details about the society that produced them. A bonus Halfpint debrief episode is available here for Patreon supporters: www.patreon.com/posts/halfpint-debrief-151451289 Here are links to some podcasts we mentioned in the episode that have delived into Bridget and her legacy in Ireland: The Irish History Podcast: open.spotify.com/episode/7frXuuvc…bERYSyD5yP-crldw Talking History: open.spotify.com/episode/7LY4tBxJ…l0SuqBjCppl0miww