Irish & Celtic Music Podcast
Hosted by Marc Gunn
An award-winning, weekly radio-style show dedicated to discovering and promoting independent Irish and Celtic musicians from around the world.
This is a curated radio show for the podcast era, focusing exclusively on independent Celtic musicians who lack mainstream exposure. Episodes are a mix of straight music compilations—sometimes with no host talk-over at all—and editions featuring a long-form interview with a touring band. The host, a prolific Celtic musician himself, acts as a passionate advocate and promoter for the artists he features, making direct support a core theme of the show.
“Unlike many music podcasts, this show has a dual mission: entertainment and direct artist advocacy. Its longevity and massive back-catalog, combined with the host's deep roots in the Celtic music scene as "The Celtfather," give it a unique authority and a strong community focus.”
Who hosts this show
Marc Gunn, a musician known as "The Celtfather," hosts this long-running podcast that has been championing independent Celtic music since 2005. The free, hour-long show is a curated mix of traditional and modern Celtic styles, featuring artists from a global community. Having won multiple Podcast Awards for "Best Podsafe Music," the show functions as a vital platform connecting artists with new audiences, helping to celebrate and sustain Celtic culture through music.
Credentials & credits
- Musician and Podcaster
- Autoharpist
- Founding member of the band Brobdingnagian Bards
- Award-winning recording musician (Celtic Radio Music Awards, 2013)
- Early adopter of podcasting (since 2005)
Other ventures
- Pub Songs & Stories (podcast)
- Brobdingnagian Bards (musical duo and podcast)
- Celtic Invasion Vacations (small-group music and culture tours)
- Celtfather Music & Travel (podcast)
- Celtic Music Magazine (email newsletter)
- Solo music career with numerous albums
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01Dancing in Belfast #764Jun 25, 2026 · 1h 01m
- 02Celtic Blood and Burning Roads #763Jun 18, 2026 · 32 min
- 03Socks in the Frying Pan Interview #762Jun 11, 2026 · 1h 03m
- 04Rare Old Mountain Dew #99Jun 10, 2026 · 17 min
- 05Pub Songs at Renaissance Festivals #316Jun 9, 2026 · 25 min
- 06Last Night in the Hills of Ireland #761Jun 4, 2026 · 1h 03m
Notable episodes
- 01Socks in the Frying Pan Interview #762
A representative example of the show's long-form interview format, recorded on-location with a touring band.
- 02Celtic Blood and Burning Roads #763
An example of the 'Music Only Edition' format, which presents an uninterrupted hour of curated Celtic music.
- 03Dancing in Belfast #764
A typical radio-style episode showcasing the host's curation and promotion of a dozen independent Celtic artists.
What you'll be asked on this show
The show primarily follows a radio DJ format, with host Marc Gunn introducing tracks and providing context for the artists. Some episodes are presented as a "Music Only Edition" with no commentary, while others feature a single, in-depth interview with a band, often recorded on-location. Gunn's style is that of a passionate promoter, consistently encouraging listeners to support the featured artists directly.
Questions Marc Gunn keeps coming back to
- “How did the band get started?”
- “Where did the band's name come from?”
- “What was the inspiration for the album title?”
- “How did you pick the tracks for the new album?”
- “What are you doing today while listening to the podcast?”
- “If someone were to visit your home country, where should they go?”
- “Can you think of any up-and-coming musicians people need to hear?”
Signature segments
- · Host's sign-off: "Slàinte"
- · "Celtic Top 20" listener voting segment
- · Thanking Patreon supporters by name
- · "Music Only Edition" episodes
- · Consistent calls to action to buy artists' music
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show features two types of "guests": musicians whose tracks are played, and occasionally, a touring Celtic band for a full interview segment. Interview subjects are typically professional, independent musicians with recent albums or tours to promote.
- Socks in the Frying Panon Socks in the Frying Pan Interview #762
- Alexis Chartrand & Nicolas Babineauon Dancing in Belfast #764
- Mary Beth Cartyon Dancing in Belfast #764
- The Byrne Brotherson Celtic Blood and Burning Roads #763
- Sean Heely and Beth Pattersonon Celtic Blood and Burning Roads #763
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is primarily listener-supported through Patreon, with patrons frequently thanked by name on the show as if they were official sponsors. The host also promotes his own related ventures, such as his music and travel business.
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People also ask
- Who is the host?
- The host is Marc Gunn, an autoharpist and Celtic musician also known as 'The Celtfather' for his work promoting the genre since 1999.
- What is the format of the show?
- It's a weekly, hour-long show. Most episodes are a radio-style showcase of independent Celtic music, but some are music-only, and others feature long-form interviews with artists.
- Is the podcast still active?
- Yes, it has been published continuously since 2005 and releases new episodes weekly, with a back catalog of over 760 episodes.
- How can I support the podcast or the artists?
- The podcast is funded by listeners via Patreon. The host strongly encourages listeners to support artists directly by buying their music, merchandise, or joining their individual fan clubs.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available for free on its official website, CelticMusicPodcast.com, as well as on YouTube and major podcast platforms like Apple Podcasts.
- Has the podcast won any awards?
- Yes, it has won the People's Choice Podcast Award for "Best Podsafe Music" multiple times, including in 2009, 2010, 2017, and 2022.
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