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The Secret History of Irish Stone Lifting (w/Dr. Conor Heffernan)

The Secret History of Irish Stone Lifting (w/Dr. Conor Heffernan)

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The Secret History of Irish Stone Lifting (w/Dr. Conor Heffernan)

FromBarBend Podcast

ratings:
Length:
31 minutes
Released:
May 8, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Today we're joined (for the second time!) by Dr. Conor Heffernan, an historian and educator regarding the history of strength and physical culture. He's also a frequent BarBend contributor! Dr. Heffernan joins us to talk about the history of stone lifting in cultures around the globe, with a particular emphasis on Irish stone lifting. Dozens of historic Irish lifting stones have been uncovered in the past few years, and one intrepid explorer/lifter has even been called "Indiana Stones" because of his rare finds. How exactly are researchers finding these historic stones? And is anyone lifting them today?
Released:
May 8, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

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