n the second programme of this new series 'Ó Bhéal go Bbéal' we look at the relationship between people, stories and the landscape we inhabit. We look at the legendary heroes that lived and passed through the majestic Cooley Mountains and surrounding countryside. One of the most important stories in Irish Mythology 'THE TÁIN' or ' Cattle raid of Cooley' happened on these mountains. Like any element of folklore we may never be able to prove it, but we can say for definite that this area of Co. Louth has a rich heritage of poetry, songs and stories. Climber and Cooley enthusiast Dermot Somers takes to the mountains to show us where he believes some of the Táin story occurred. Singer and writer Pádragín Ní Uallacháin pays homage to the rich musical tradition that existed in the area that has influenced and inspired her work as an artist. But this area is not just known for its myths and legends. In 2001 the area was left devastated over night by the outbreak of foot and mouth on the peninsula - according to local farmer, Henry Marron, the animal lore of generations was wiped out overnight We take to the beautiful mountains and valleys of Cooley to celebrate the multifaceted folklore of this rich landscape.