The podcast episodes provided explore various aspects of contemporary Irish literature, highlighting the work of acclaimed Irish authors and the unique perspectives and themes that characterize Irish writing.

For example, the episode featuring an interview with Irish author Keelan Hughes about her novel 'The Alternatives' 'The Alternatives' is a novel about grief, sisterhood and working women delves into the influence of Hughes' Irish upbringing and the importance of family dynamics in her work.

Similarly, the episode discussing Colm Tóibín's novel 'Long Island', a sequel to his acclaimed work 'Brooklyn', Colm Tóibín's long-anticipated sequel to 'Brooklyn' is 'Long Island' explores how the author's Irish roots and immigrant experience shape the narrative and characters.

The podcast also includes an episode focused on the work of another prominent Irish writer, John Banville, and the blurring of truth and fiction in his novel 'The Book of Evidence' as discussed by Irish author Mark O'Connell. Ep 427: Mark O'Connell