Fault erriu dys Mona’s Isle. Welcome to the enchanting world of Mona’s Isle!
I’m your host, Kyle Withington, and this podcast tells a story inspired by the rich folklore of the Isle of Man, the curious island beyond the mists of the Irish Sea where I was born and grew up. Episode by episode, we’ll follow Ashley, Rory and their father, Arty as they travel to the island to fulfil their mothers last wish, and unearth a family secret that will change the island forever.
The show has been made possible thanks to the incredible support of the Isle of Man Arts Council and Culture Vannin, who do so much to champion the arts and the island’s unique cultural heritage. Joining us for this adventure are a host of brilliant Manx actors plucked straight from the islands one-of-a-kind local theatre scene, all propped up by a beautiful, original score composed by David Kilgallon, weaving some of the soul of the island into the tale to follow.
And so, without further ado, let’s set sail for the island beyond the mist... after all, there’s always a boat in the morning if you don’t like it!
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Fault erriu dys Mona’s Isle. Welcome to the enchanting world of Mona’s Isle!
I’m your host, Kyle Withington, and this podcast tells a story inspired by the rich folklore of the Isle of Man, the curious island beyond the mists of the Irish Sea where I was born and grew up. Episode by episode, we’ll follow Ashley, Rory and their father, Arty as they travel to the island to fulfil their mothers last wish, and unearth a family secret that will change the island forever.
The show has been made possible thanks to the incredible support of the Isle of Man Arts Council and Culture Vannin, who do so much to champion the arts and the island’s unique cultural heritage. Joining us for this adventure are a host of brilliant Manx actors plucked straight from the islands one-of-a-kind local theatre scene, all propped up by a beautiful, original score composed by David Kilgallon, weaving some of the soul of the island into the tale to follow.
And so, without further ado, let’s set sail for the island beyond the mist... after all, there’s always a boat in the morning if you don’t like it!
Episode 12 - On a drizzly shopping trip to Ramsey, Mrs Quirk confronts Mona about an alarming discovery she's made. Meanwhile Ashley concocts a sock-based scheme for getting his mother's mermaid necklace back.
The parishioners of Maughold try to process how Ashley ended up in the river channel. Niall tells Rory about a mysterious old cottage ruin in the woods which used to be the home of a witch.
Rory reluctantly is told to keep an eye on Ashley as they watch three hundred plastic ducks navigate the rapids of the Cornaa River. Meanwhile, the precocious Parish Queen, Ellen Quirk, reveals that Granny Mona has been interfering with the plans for the upcoming Parish Day.
Samantha Barks makes a guest appearance as Arty, Ashley and Rory take the tram to the duck race at Ballaglass Glen. Tucked away in Ashley’s bag is a book from his Granny’s house which may have the answer to some of his questions.
Arty and Ashley find a smuggler’s cove on a walk around the headland. Seeing the pendant Ashley found, Arty recalls one of Claire’s stories about a mysterious ben varrey she saw when she was a girl.
Having followed the tailless cat through the hedge at the back of the creepy churchyard, Rory discovers that not everyone in Maughold village is as odd and disconnected as her Granny.
Ashley can’t fall asleep. The bed feels weird, and the room is eerily quiet. Something has clawed through his suitcase and a strange light reveals a strange secret hiding amongst the boxes.
Lost in the marshes and unable to cross a river, Midnight ends up stumbling upon a church with a fresh roof of thatch. The chaplain tells her it likely won’t last the night.
Ashley builds a blanket fort in the strange, cluttered bedroom he’s staying in. Granny Mona drops by and tells him the story of some local siblings who learned to settle their differences.
Rory discovers just how isolated their Granny’s house is, and tensions bubble over dinner. Granny’s announcement about Parish Day sends things over the edge.
The trio arrive at Granny Mona’s house to find the windows wide open and no one home. A craft project left strewn over the kitchen table makes Rory’s toes curl.
Episode 1 - Ashley, Rory and their father Arty are on the boat travelling to the Isle of Man. An awkward encounter with a stranger leads Ashley to realise he’s the only one looking forward to the trip.
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Fault erriu dys Mona’s Isle. Welcome to the enchanting world of Mona’s Isle!
I’m your host, Kyle Withington, and this podcast tells a story inspired by the rich folklore of the Isle of Man, the curious island beyond the mists of the Irish Sea where I was born and grew up. Episode by episode, we’ll follow Ashley, Rory and their father, Arty as they travel to the island to fulfil their mothers last wish, and unearth a family secret that will change the island forever.
The show has been made possible thanks to the incredible support of the Isle of Man Arts Council and Culture Vannin, who do so much to champion the arts and the island’s unique cultural heritage. Joining us for this adventure are a host of brilliant Manx actors plucked straight from the islands one-of-a-kind local theatre scene, all propped up by a beautiful, original score composed by David Kilgallon, weaving some of the soul of the island into the tale to follow.
And so, without further ado, let’s set sail for the island beyond the mist... after all, there’s always a boat in the morning if you don’t like it!
