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Lighthouse Keeper Interview Transcript (Gerry Butler)

Earlier this week I released ‘The Joys of Lighthouse Keeping‘, an interview with ex-lighthouse keeper, Gerry Butler. This is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. If podcasts aren’t your cup of tea, the transcript is below. Enjoy! Introducing Gerry: ex-lighthouse keeper, and current caretaker of Galley Head Lighthouse Annie: I was fortunate enough to get … Continue reading Lighthouse Keeper Interview Transcript (Gerry Butler)

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The Joys of Lighthouse Keeping, an Interview with Gerry Butler

Recently, I had the pleasure of talking to Gerry about his years as a lighthouse keeper. He started with the Commissioners of Irish Lights in 1969, formally retiring in 1990. He had an incredible career, even serving at Fastnet Lighthouse in 1979, during the infamous yacht race disaster. For the full interview, you can listen … Continue reading The Joys of Lighthouse Keeping, an Interview with Gerry Butler