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Dr Christina Wade

@braciatrix.bsky.social

Beer Historian/Archaeologist| Author: FILTHY QUEENS: A HISTORY OF BEER IN IRELAND, and THE DEVIL'S IN THE DRAUGHT LINES | Cohost @beerladiespod| Pres. @beerladiesIRE | BJCP certified Beer Judge Preorder Filthy Queens: https://tinyurl.com/Ninebeanrowsbooks

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Please note the event is free and open to those who work in pubs, and those who campaign for them, or anyone who is passionate about supporting our #pubs. Event will be in person in Nottingham, and also online. Please get in touch if you’re interested in attending

24.07.2025 20:37 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 12    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Delighted! Really hope you enjoy it!

28.07.2025 18:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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On a recent trip to Ireland, I picked up this gem by @braciatrix.bsky.social. Available at Charlie Byrne's Bookshop in Galway. If you haven't found it at your local, just ask them to bring it in. #food #history #beer

27.07.2025 22:02 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I can't wait to read your book! But I so understand what you mean. Totally relate.

10.07.2025 19:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Same. And when I walk I tend to listen to podcasts or music.

10.07.2025 19:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Same. I've tried. I listened to Meddling Kids by Edgar Cantero, which was brilliant, but I struggle to absorb spoken word- reading, instructions, or even general chats (thank you ADHD) so it isn't really my medium. But seems like I'm quite the outlier.

10.07.2025 14:39 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

Aww thank you so much!!!

10.07.2025 13:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Oh I'd love to do an audiobook! Good idea

10.07.2025 13:54 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Ahhh thank you!! Me and Latin let me tell you 🀣🀣🀣

10.07.2025 13:34 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you so so much for the lovely review! I am so delighted and honoured 🍻

10.07.2025 13:14 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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BOOK REVIEW: Filthy Queens by Dr Christina Wade Filthy Queens, a history of beer in Ireland by Dr Christina Wade - my thoughts on Christina's latest book, which is her masterpiece, in my opinion.

It's taken about 6 months longer than it should have, but I've finally got a few words about @braciatrix.bsky.social latest book, Filthy Queens, for you.

09.07.2025 19:08 β€” πŸ‘ 13    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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Filthy Queens: Christina's 2nd book! | Beer Ladies Podcast

And we are BACK.

We're putting the spotlight on one of our own (again - we can't help ourselves!) as we talk about @braciatrix.bsky.social's SECOND book, the amazing FILTHY QUEENS.

Come get your #beerhistory on!

shows.acast.com/beerladies/e...

04.07.2025 13:05 β€” πŸ‘ 13    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 2
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What better pairing could there be than @braciatrix.bsky.social’s β€œFilthy Queens: A History of Beer in Ireland” and a cold pint of Guinness? This is going to be a good session either way!

Get your copy from @kennysbookshop.bsky.social. Guinness, of course, is available from all good stockists. 🍻

24.06.2025 07:36 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0

Looks like a fab pairing!! Really hope you enjoy the book 🍻

24.06.2025 10:28 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Oh how absolutely terrible 🀣🀣 not SIX, one of the best and most entertaining musicals around! The horror! 🀣 But seriously, that chapter sounds really cool!

23.06.2025 13:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Dropkick Murphys - "Finnegan's Wake" (Full Album Stream)
YouTube video by Epitaph Records Dropkick Murphys - "Finnegan's Wake" (Full Album Stream)

Today is an extra fun day at work bc for part of my research, I get to listen to The Dubliners, Dropkick Murphys, and The Pogues. Kicking off book no. 3 in style.

youtu.be/5Llk5hnTaKo?...

23.06.2025 13:28 β€” πŸ‘ 28    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0

Ahh I'm so delighted! And thank you so much for your kind words! I really hope he enjoys it!!

14.06.2025 10:30 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A book, titled β€œFilthy Queens. A History of Beer in Ireland” by Dr Christina Wade.

A book, titled β€œFilthy Queens. A History of Beer in Ireland” by Dr Christina Wade.

In the run-up to Father’s Day, I’ve been giving my Dad little gifts each day this week. Today’s was this gem of a book by @braciatrix.bsky.social.
He’s reading and grinning like a manic leprechaun.
And now I’m buggered because there’s no way I can top this gift. I should’ve saved it till Sunday! πŸ˜†

10.06.2025 15:29 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Amazing!! I really hope you enjoy reading it!

06.06.2025 11:17 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you!! Not sure about an ebook, will check with my publisher and report back!

06.06.2025 11:16 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
Photo of three book Filthy Queens: A History of Beer in Ireland, two stacked on top of each other and one leaning upright with the cover facing us. Books are in a circular wooden alcove with a birch background, a white circle encloses it and a blue wall.

Photo of three book Filthy Queens: A History of Beer in Ireland, two stacked on top of each other and one leaning upright with the cover facing us. Books are in a circular wooden alcove with a birch background, a white circle encloses it and a blue wall.

Popped into Dubray Books on Henry Street to sign some copies of Filthy Queens: A History of Beer in Ireland! If you are a bookshop or brewery in Dublin that has copies of my book and want me to pop around and sign- always happy to stop in!

06.06.2025 10:56 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Oooo nice!!

06.06.2025 10:53 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Photo of the book 'Filthy Queens: A History of Beer in Ireland' by Dr Christina Wade. The cover features a beige background and a dans macabre. It is standing up next to a silver van of Rascal's Jailbreak Lager with a plant and book in the background

Photo of the book 'Filthy Queens: A History of Beer in Ireland' by Dr Christina Wade. The cover features a beige background and a dans macabre. It is standing up next to a silver van of Rascal's Jailbreak Lager with a plant and book in the background

It's time for @beerladiespod.bsky.social recording!! Any guesses what tonight's topic might be 🀩

05.06.2025 21:20 β€” πŸ‘ 22    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Can't have that now, my parents raised me better 🀣

17.05.2025 20:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Photo of a pint of Blacks of Kinsale Lager on a wooden table, outside one very sunny day. In the background are cars and sailing masts

Photo of a pint of Blacks of Kinsale Lager on a wooden table, outside one very sunny day. In the background are cars and sailing masts

Enjoying a lovely pint of Blacks of Kinsale Sovereign Island Lager.

Rude not to really.

17.05.2025 18:36 β€” πŸ‘ 29    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Railing overlooking water with a boat in the background, behind that is Kinsale, Ireland with its buildings on the water

Railing overlooking water with a boat in the background, behind that is Kinsale, Ireland with its buildings on the water

Hello Kinsale, you're looking well 😍🍻

17.05.2025 17:01 β€” πŸ‘ 21    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I hadn't seen that before and I love it!

17.05.2025 16:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Photograph of wall with pig painting. A woman's hand holds up glass of red Mead with an orange slice in front.

Photograph of wall with pig painting. A woman's hand holds up glass of red Mead with an orange slice in front.

A bit of Kinsale Mead Co's Hazy Summer Mead at Ballymaloe Festival of Food. Perfect for this gorgeous weather 😍 🌞

17.05.2025 12:49 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Oh yay!! Delighted! Really hope you enjoy it!

16.05.2025 21:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Panel was fab!! Had such a lovely time- thank you so much to my co-speakers, host John McKenna, and everyone who came out to listen!

And if you are here- I've signed my book copies in the festival shop 🍻πŸ₯°

16.05.2025 17:55 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

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