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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DocArchive (1981): Stand and Deliver
In 1981 there was a dearth of comedians in Ireland. ...
In 1981 there was a dearth of comedians in Ireland. In this documentary Des Hickey finds out from the people who put themselves on the line in front of an audience. He joins the search for comedy performers, including funny men Andrew McQuillan, Syl Fox and Hal Roach. (First Broadcast 1981)
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DocArchive (1977): Mr Watson, Come here - I want to see you
On March 7th, 1874, Alexander Graham Bell, by just a ...
On March 7th, 1874, Alexander Graham Bell, by just a matter of hours, wins the race in the development and patent of the telephone. What a coup! And the first words ever spoken on the telephone? Bell to his assistance, "Mr Watson - Come here - I want to see you" (First Broadcast 1977)
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DocArchive (1980): The Loneliness of Old Age
Being old in our society can be tough – apart ...
Being old in our society can be tough – apart from sickness and poverty, many old people can feel isolated and lonely. This documentary was made in 1980 when people were only beginning to consider this as an issue. (First Broadcast 1980)
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DocArchive (1976): The Parish
Everything is local - We journey into the sounds and ...
Everything is local - We journey into the sounds and flavours of a typical parish in 1970's Ireland - into the community of St. Mary's, located in the heart of Limerick city. From the individuals who shape a parish to those who work there. (First Broadcast 1976)
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DocArchive (2005): Kidnapped - The Herrema Diaries
On October 3rd 1975 republicans, Eddie Gallagher and Marion Coyle, ...
On October 3rd 1975 republicans, Eddie Gallagher and Marion Coyle, abducted and kidnapped a Dutch businessman, Dr. Tiede Herrema, from near his home in Castletroy, Co. Limerick. 30 Years later, Dr Herrema's diary of the crime is made public. (First Broadcast 2005)
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DocArchive (1980): Irish Lights
The wave-swept lighthouse has always had an aura of romance, ...
The wave-swept lighthouse has always had an aura of romance, but this documentary covers the history of the lighthouses from the days of the medieval lighthouses in Youghal, Co. Cork to the Tuskar Light tragedy of 1812 and the role of the lighthouses in relief operations in places like the Blasket Islands. (First Broadcast 1980)
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Doc Archive (1975): Did you hear the one about?
We have a certain way of joking in Ireland - ...
We have a certain way of joking in Ireland - a certain type of comedy that is difficult to find in other places. Whilst laughing along (hopefully) Kevin O' Connor will examine a montage of language, prejudice and humour from the mid 1970's (First Broadcast 1975)
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DocArchive (1980): With Sincere Sympathy
Most people who die leave behind a circle of people ...
Most people who die leave behind a circle of people who will be going on what can be a long journey through grief. Grief is a normal and natural reaction to the death of a loved one .This documentary looks at bereavement from a personal and expert point of view. (First Broadcast 1980)
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DocArchive (1971): Women of the Revolution
Some of the women who were heavily involved in the ...
Some of the women who were heavily involved in the conflict at the Easter Rising in Dublin in 1916. Contributors include Nora Connolly O'Brien, the daughter of James Connolly; Rosie Hackett who was the only woman present for the printing of the Proclamation; Margaret Skinnider - the only woman wounded in the crossfire. (First Broadcast 1971)
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DocArchive (2009): Loss Can Build a Bridge
November 8th 2007 marked the 20th anniversary of the Enniskillen ...
November 8th 2007 marked the 20th anniversary of the Enniskillen bombing in Co. Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. Eleven people were killed and sixty three were injured. In this documentary, two women who lost family during the Troubles, reflect on the human cost of the Northern Conflict. (First Broadcast 2009)
