The Mick Clifford Podcast: Derek Scally - Of church and State

Derek Scally talks to Mick Clifford about his new book, The Best Catholics In The World

Mick's guest this week is journalist and author Derek Scally.

Derek Scally’s book, The Best Catholics In The World, is part personal journey, part reportage and full of insight into the role of the Catholic Church in Irish society down through the ages and recent decades. 

He traces over his own childhood, speaks to those who still worship and to some of the leading figures in the decline and fall. 

He also provides a fresh perspective into the complicated relationships between church, state and society. 

Derek is this week’s guest on the podcast.