Manchán Magan
Manchán Magan is an Irish writer and documentary maker known for his exploration of Irish culture and language. His works often reflect on the connection between language, landscape, and identity, contributing to the broader conversation about Ireland's cultural heritage.
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The exhibition was opened by Manchán Magan.
‘People fall into relationship patterns that feel familiar rather than good’ – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-21
Manchán Magan wrote about the excessive number of words for rain in Irish before his tragic death.
Even the most pinch-mouthed Ulsterman is yearning for a rain-free moment – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-15
Manchán Magan was the late husband of Aisling Rogerson.
Irish Times photographers highly commended at AIB Press Photographer of the Year awards – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-07
Manchán Magan is referenced for his book that discusses the concept of 'thin spaces' in relation to Irish mythology.
From Wicklow to life in Ho Chi Minh city – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-26
Magan’s death shook Ireland this year, but his work and impact remains.
Manchán Magan’s ability to fuse present and past defined a rich year in the arts – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-23
Manchán Magan, much-loved writer, broadcaster and Gaeilgeoir, died earlier this year.
This is the week when ‘lapsed Catholics’ and ‘spiritual but not religious’ go to church – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-22
Manchán Magan was a very good friend of the speaker, who is doing an interview in his honor.
‘Manchán Magan was my very good friend . . . I’m doing this in honour of him’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-21
Kneecap dedicated a song to the late writer and broadcaster Manchán Magan.
A rambunctious and humorous set with heartfelt moments – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-17
Manchán Magan was part of a group of ecologists investigating the native status of the beaver in Ireland.
Investigating the mystery of the black stork’s Irish roots – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-06
An emotional Kate Gunning introduced Manchán Magan’s RTÉ documentary Listen To The Land Speak.
Roger Casement joins Castro’s rainbow honour walk in San Francisco – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-29
Manchán Magan was a beloved writer and broadcaster who passed away from cancer, leaving a profound impact on those around him.
Manchán Magan’s widow on his final days, death and legacy – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-29
The late Manchán Magan won Best Irish-Published Book of the Year for Ninety-Nine Words for Rain (and One for Sun), illustrated by Megan Luddy.
Roisín O’Donnell, Claire Gleeson and Manchán Magan among winners – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-28
Manchán Magan is referenced by David Keenan as someone who connects with the land and communities in Ireland.
‘I wanted a reprieve from the spreadsheet tour. It’s as simple as that’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-18
Manchán Magan was honored at his funeral, which inspired a call for more dancing at Irish funerals.
Let’s have more dancing at Irish funerals – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-12
Manchán Magan's ashes were scattered at a memorial attended by thousands.
At the sacred centre of Ireland, thousands gather as Manchán Magan’s ashes are scattered – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-01
Manchán Magan is referenced as a significant figure in the revival of the Irish language and a loss to the community.
Doireann Ní Ghlacáin on growing up in an Irish-speaking family – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-18
Manchán Magan produced a documentary that outlined reasons for an awakening among Irish people regarding the need to value and restore the natural world.
Why is the Government delaying publication of the land use review? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-14
Manchán Magan was a writer, broadcaster, and explorer known for his deep-rooted connections between language and landscape.
Writer, broadcaster and explorer of deep-rooted connections between language and landscape – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-10
Manchán Magan is remembered for his remarkable ability to connect ecology, spirituality, and Gaeilge.
Jack Chambers ducks responsibility, Éamon Ó Cuív twists the knife – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-10
Manchán Magan was a beloved writer and documentary maker known for his spiritual insights and connection to nature.
Manchán Magan was a great man for a video message. You’d never know what you might get – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-08
Manchán Magan was an inimitable, brilliant and singular artist; a writer, teacher, broadcaster, and student of spirituality and nature.
In Manchán Magan, Ireland had a writer whose words could light up the synapses – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-05
Manchán Magan’s death at 55 deprives Ireland of one of its most original voices.
a singular expressive voice – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-04Manchán Magan's death has left a gaping hole in many areas of Irish life, embodying a rare gift of making heritage and folklore feel essential.
“The death of Manchán Magan has left a gaping hole” – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-04
Manchán was a person of extraordinary vision, talent and sensitivity, making profound contributions to Irish life.
‘He arrived in this life like a comet, ablaze with purpose’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-03
Manchán Magan was a writer and documentary maker who passed away at the age of 55 after battling terminal prostate cancer.
Writer and documentary maker dies aged 55 – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-03
Manchán Magan published his landmark book, Thirty-Two Words For Field, in 2020.
The Irish language is a joy not a burden: in what other tongue is a penis a wild carrot? | Una Mullally
United Kingdom· 2025-10-03
Manchán Magan talks about his experience with cancer and his positive outlook on life.
RTÉ host Colm Ó Mongáin goes nuclear on rudderless Liveline – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-19
Manchán Magan is the author of Ninety-Nine Words for Rain (and One for Sun).
could it actually be true? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-14
Manchán Magan has spoken about the worsening of his cancer and how he has been receiving treatment at St James’s Hospital for the past three weeks.
Manchán Magan on the spread of cancer – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-13
Manchán Magan is a broadcaster and writer who has been documenting his adventures across Europe while dealing with a prostate cancer diagnosis.
‘Death is something I’ve always been very comfortable with’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-13