On this episode, Gideon and Richard chat with Dr Megan Williams from the Welsh North American Association about the upcoming annual North American Festival of Wales, a weekend long event that includes performances, poetry, literature, singing, dancing, seminars, a marketplace and an Eisteddfod. Sadly, due to the ongoing corona virus threat, this year's entire event will be virtual, the first time in the festival's 91 year history. The good news is that anyone can now attend for free online when proceedings kick off on Sept 4th, or screen it at their own leisure through Sept 30 via their event page. During their conversation, Gideon and Richard speak with Megan about the importance of the festival to the Welsh North American community, the challenges of adapting to a virtual format and the history of the event and Welsh heritage in North America.
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4/14/2023 02:45:52 pm
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4/14/2023 03:12:55 pm
Listen to New York Welsh on A window into the lives and achievements of Welsh people in New York. Hosted by Gideon Jensen and Richard Swain, Thank you for taking the time to write a great post!
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12/10/2023 07:53:11 pm
It's truly remarkable to see how the New York Welsh Podcast is adapting to the challenges posed by the ongoing pandemic. Episode 28, featuring Dr. Megan Williams, sheds light on the first-ever virtual North American Festival of Wales. This annual event, with a history spanning 91 years, has always been a significant cultural celebration for the Welsh North American community.
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