Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 9
Frequency: Irregular
Rating: 5.0/5.0
Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000
Gender skew: Neutral
Listener location: United Kingdom
Instagram: 5.8k followers
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
tolkasubmissions@gmail.com
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Host
Madeline Arkins - Co-host of The Tolka Podcast. Helps guide writer-contributor readings, focusing on craft and the personal journey behind published non-fiction and literary work for Tolka (a Dublin-based literary j...
Liam Harrison - Co-host of The Tolka Podcast. Interviews/hosts contributors as they read their work for Tolka and discusses their writing journey, as well as Tolka the Town segments featuring cultural highlights a...
Booking Intelligence
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Recent Guest Discussions
Wendy Erskine - Her Essay 'clobber' From Tolka Issue Ten; Relationship Between Clothes, Creativity, And Story-making; Her Novel The Benefactors (2025).
John Patrick McHugh - Reading An Excerpt From 'voice, Voice, Voice' (tolka Issue Ten); Self-esteem; Voice Vs. Style; Football/literary Instincts.
Caelainn Hogan - Reading 'house Share' (tolka Issue Nine); Housing Commodification; Institutionalisation Of Women In Irish History; Personal Anecdotes.
Recent Topics
Episodes
Episode Nine | Sara Baume
October 12, 2026
In this episode, we chat with Sara Baume about her piece "On Handkerchiefs" (Tolka, Issue Eleven), as well as her book, Opening Night (2026).We discuss friendships, grandmothers, and crafting as an anti-capitalist act.Music by Lemzly Dale
Episode Eight | Wendy Erskine
May 08, 2026
In this episode, Wendy Erskine joins us to talk about her essay, 'Clobber' (published in Tolka Issue Ten). Wendy, a fashion icon, discusses the relationship between clothes, creativity and how stories get made, as well as her novel, The Benefactors (2025).Music by Lemzly Dale.
Episode Seven | John Patrick McHugh
February 17, 2026
In this episode, we sit down with John Patrick McHugh, who reads an excerpt from his piece "Voice, voice, voice" (Tolka, Issue Ten). We discuss self-esteem, the negotiation between voice and style, and what your position in football says about your literary instincts. Music by Lemzly Dale
Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with The Tolka Podcast?
The Tolka Podcast is hosted by Madeline Arkins and Liam Harrison. Its publicly listed email is tolkasubmissions@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
What is the email for The Tolka Podcast?
The publicly listed email for The Tolka Podcast: tolkasubmissions@gmail.com.
How many listeners does The Tolka Podcast have?
Podseeker estimates The Tolka Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for The Tolka Podcast?
The Tolka Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Published writers (often with essays/memoir/non-fiction pieces) with work appearing in Tolka issues; can include established authors and emerging contributors depending on the editorial slate. Common among recent guests: Work published in Tolka (issue-based contributor selection); Published essays, memoir, or novels; Recognized cultural presence (for higher-profile guests). Recent guests include Wendy Erskine, John Patrick McHugh, and Caelainn Hogan.
How hard is it to get booked on The Tolka Podcast?
Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.
What topics does The Tolka Podcast cover?
Recent episodes cover Literature, Nonfiction, Essays, Memoir, and Writing. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
Publicly listed emails
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