In this episode of Planxty, Julia and Kristo sit down with feis musician and TCRG Katie Grennan and learn about her journey into Irish dance and its music. Katie's passion for her music and dance shines through this conversation and we explore what inspired her to perform as a touring musician and feis musician.
Interested in learning more about the history and development of modern competitive Irish dancing? Join Julia as dons her "Dr. Topper" hat for a 3-part course through the Celtic Junction Arts Center. The class will be held over Zoom for 3 Thursdays starting in late September 2026. For more information, visit
CelticJunction.org.
What is Planxty Podcast?
A podcast exploring the rich tapestry of Irish dance and the community who loves it. Hosted by Julia Topper, ethnomusicologist and Irish dance competitor and teacher, and Kristo Sween, 20-year Irish dance dad, live camera director for FEIStv, and Operations Manager at the Celtic Junction Arts Center.