RTÉ Radio 1: Documentary on One
The main weekly documentary slot on RTÉ Radio 1 and the largest arena for radio documentaries in Ireland.
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Saudi Dreams of a Camper Van
An Irish nurse in Saudi Arabia records her life on ...
An Irish nurse in Saudi Arabia records her life on her phone. At first, it’s the differences in the Middle East but the phone becomes an audio diary of her unravelling life back in Mayo and Kerry. She and her partner struggle to maintain their strained relationship by Skype. Themes: Emigration, Happiness, Relationship, Romance, Travel, Women.
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DocArchive: Catholic Church Renewal
Do we need to make changes to the Catholic church? ...
Do we need to make changes to the Catholic church? This documentary question’s whether the Catholic Church in Ireland should hold a renewal conference like the one that is held in the U.K.
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DocArchive (1971): Bus To Coleraine
Seán Mac Réamoinn sets off on a journey to Coleraine ...
Seán Mac Réamoinn sets off on a journey to Coleraine in Northern Ireland, on the new CIE Express bus. Seán is joined by three other men who want discover the history and lore of the countryside, on the route to Coleraine. (1971)
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A Caravaggio in Tuam?
10 yrs ago Nora Nic Con Ultaigh’s learned of an ...
10 yrs ago Nora Nic Con Ultaigh’s learned of an unusual family story – that her great-grandfather from Galway was once, reportedly, the owner of a Caravaggio painting. Could this be true? Did a work from the great Italian artist once reside in Tuam? If so, where is it now? Nora sets off on a trail – hoping to find some answers (Broadcast 2015)
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DocArchive (1969): Assembly At Chur
In 1969, Seán Mac Réamoinn travelled to the second European ...
In 1969, Seán Mac Réamoinn travelled to the second European Bishop’s symposium in Chur, Switzerland. We hear from various members of the Catholic Church who discuss everything from religion, to problems in the church and world. (1969)
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Ghosts of Grangegorman
When St. Brendan’s Hospital at Grangegorman closed down two years ...
When St. Brendan’s Hospital at Grangegorman closed down two years ago after 199 years operating as a mental institution, piles and piles of handbags and personal possessions were found in the attic of one of the buildings. Artist Alan Counihan goes in search of the people who owned those possessions. (First broadcast 2015)
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DocArchive (1969): Bloomseve
James Joyce was an Irish poet and novelist, who is ...
James Joyce was an Irish poet and novelist, who is still considered to be one of the most influential writers in Irish history. His work is world renowned and celebrated every second year at the International James Joyce Symposium. Seán Mac Réamoinn attended the second symposium in 1969 and met with various scholars and fans of his work. (1969)
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An Open Verdict
When Gardai entered a chalet on Mayo's Northwest coast in ...
When Gardai entered a chalet on Mayo's Northwest coast in April 2014, they found a scene of desperation and solitude. Scattered amongst the rubbish lay the body of Marsha Mehran, 36. Marsha, an Iranian born, international bestselling author was a recluse and died alone. How did Marsha come to die at the foothill of Croagh Patrick? (Broadcast 2015)
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DocArchive (1969): Morning Papers
Seán Mac Réamoinn investigates the world of Irish journalism. He ...
Seán Mac Réamoinn investigates the world of Irish journalism. He looks at how the Irish daily newspapers are produced, the roles of the editors and what it takes to craft a strong headline. He also looks at the different kind of reporters and people who work in the media. (Broadcast 1969)
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Once Were Champions
In 1985, Kerry club Castleisland Desmonds won their first and ...
In 1985, Kerry club Castleisland Desmonds won their first and only men’s Senior Football All Ireland club title. 30 years on, clubman Dan Kearney examines the David and Goliath journey that his local team embarked on - and tells a story that encapsulates everything about club GAA - and a legacy that his small town is proud to have. (Broadcast 2015)
