Adam Irving
Relationship to DI
Son of David Irving. Age approximately 35-40 based on context. Appears to be David Irving's most business-minded child.
Key Appearances
April 2023
- No significant mentions early in the year
May 2023
- May 31: Mentioned in context of "business involvement" that DI wants to note
June 2023
- June 7: Adam emails DI requesting emergency loan for wedding trip to Menorca, Spain (2023-06-07)
- "I have to go to a close school friends wedding in Menorca (Spain) tomorrow for four nights. I have flight booked and paid for and my hotel has been reserved. This month due to a slow summer I have not been able to take out my usual salary and cannot afford the costs while out there as it stands. Would it be possible to urgently borrow some money for the trip?"
- DI only sees email on June 9, responds: "Only just seen this today, Adam. Things here are gradually smoothing out. I will help with hard cash and the loan of a card. If your Mother comes round, I will hand it to her."
- June 10: Paloma collects £400 (£200 from each card) for Adam's Spain trip (2023-06-10)
- Adam writes: "Thank you so much, you're a lifesaver. Mum has transferred it to me. Thanks again"
August 2023
- August 27: Adam proposes podcast interview with DI (2023-08-27)
- Detailed proposal for father-son podcast covering DI's life and work
- DI initially rejects: "I've told Paloma that I am against the idea"
- Adam offers alternative: "are you willing to do it in article format answering questions in writing?"
- DI softens: "I should not have written so abruptly; I have to explain that I am finishing three years work on a book and cannot be interrupted in mid-volume. It will be better to ask me again in two-three months."
September 2023
- September 4: Paloma mentions Adam is "in court, giving evidence" (2023-09-04)
- Adam continues planning podcast: "Ok I will make a note in my calendar. Meanwhile I'll work on the outline." (2023-08-28)
Notable Quotes About/From Adam
From DI to Bente about Adam's role: "note everything about Adam's role" - indicating DI wants Adam's business involvement documented
Adam's wedding request: "Would it be possible to urgently borrow some money for the trip?" (2023-06-07)
Adam's gratitude: "Thank you so much, you're a lifesaver. Mum has transferred it to me." (2023-06-10)
Adam's podcast vision: "I want to emphasise the earlier chapters of your life, as these are often less explored yet profoundly impactful." (2023-08-27)
From Paloma supporting podcast: "I think it is an amazing idea and will do you justice above all. Also it is something you told me we could do several years ago, if you cast your mind back?" (2023-08-27)
Character Insights
- Business-oriented: Has his own business/salary structure, indicating entrepreneurial activity
- Financially independent but occasionally needs help: Has "slow summer" affecting salary
- Thoughtful communicator: The podcast proposal is well-structured and detailed
- Persistent but respectful: Continues planning despite initial rejection
- Close to Paloma: Works through his mother for financial arrangements
Cross-References
Questions for Further Research
1. What is the nature of Adam's business that provides him a "salary"?
2. What was the court case he was giving evidence in during September 2023?
3. Is this podcast project connected to preserving family history?
Note: Adam appears to be the most practically engaged of DI's children, balancing respect for his father's work with modern approaches to documenting and sharing family history.