San eagrán is déanaí de Bhlúiríní Béaloidis, the National Folklore Collection's podcast, Jonny and Claire discuss the salmon in folk tradition. From Fionn Mac Cumhaill to fishing superstitions, salmon is a central motif in our cultural heritage.
From poaching to poisoning, the noble salmon has had a significant impact on Ireland's economic and cultural identity. Popular belief and custom, known commonly as 'superstition', taboo of naming the salmon by its name, not only in Ireland but further afield. The 'gentleman of the deep' and 'the beast of the scales' are some of our favourites!
Blúiríní Béaloidis/ Folklore Fragments is a podcast created and produced by The National Folklore Collection/ Cnuasach Bhéaloideas Éireann housed in UCD.
