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Documentary on Newstalk

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OCD
Somalia
Eirsat-1
Climate Change
Irish Music
Japanese Music
Celtic Music
Ireland
Irish Travellers
Irish Education System
Mogadishu
Al-Shabaab
Seed Saving
Irish Seed Savers
Traveller-Only Schools
Racism
Segregation
Gay Community News
Marriage Equality
Iveagh Trust

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‘Roving Out’ is a radio documentary that celebrates the burgeoning musical culture of Ireland, by focusing on musical artists Mohammad Syfkhan, Varo, Qbanaa and Wise Wolf, who have all made Ireland their home. Named after the traditional song, ‘As I ... more

It's two years to the week since fighting broke out in Sudan, instigating what is now the world's worst humanitarian crisis. Reporter Sarah Madden visits Northern Bahr el Ghazal to see the fallout for herself, in 'Can You Hear Me? Dispatches From The... more

Telegram Tales from the Central Telegraph's Office, co-produced by Amandine Devine and Ellen McEvoy tells the story of the 24-hour thriving office that kept Ireland's communication on track during the 60s and 70s.

Nowadays we are all familiar with i... more

Journalist Aisling Moloney brings us along on her move to Australia and tries to find out why thousands of young people from across Ireland are making the move Down Under.

The 28-year-old from Dungarvan in Co Waterford emigrated to Sydney in 2024, a... more

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Wise Wolf
Palestinian rapper and artist living in Ireland
Episode: Roving Out
Mohammad Syfkhan
Kurdish-Syrian singer and bouzouki player who fled war in Syria
Independent Record Label Nyahh Records
Episode: Roving Out
Lucie Azconaga
French musician and member of Varo
Episode: Roving Out
Consuelo Nerea Breschi
Italian musician and member of Varo
Episode: Roving Out
Seán Creedon
Staff member who began his career in the Central Telegraph in 1968
Episode: Telegram Tales
Cormac O'Brien
Staff member who worked as a postman and in the Central Telegraph Office
Episode: Telegram Tales
Ann Duncan
Voice on the phone at the Central Telegraph Office
Episode: Telegram Tales
Michael Confrey
Staff member responsible for scheduling shifts at the Central Telegraph Office
Episode: Telegram Tales
Fintan Callaghan
A busker who plays traditional Irish music in Byron Bay.
Episode: Home or Away - Living the Irish-Australian Dream

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Patricia Baker
Produced and narrated by Patricia Baker, she covers various documentary topics highlighting significant themes around culture and society.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • NewsTalk Documentaries

    Although they are a tad politically correct and right-on, they are still worth listening to and well worth the download.

    I particularly liked the episodes on urban-foraging & watch-making.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    S. Redmond
    Switzerland7 years ago
  • Awesome Quality

    For a Commercial Radio Station to produce a Video Documentary of the quality of Futureproof Hunts The Northern Lights is astounding. Bravo Newstalk!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brunomarsbar
    Ireland11 years ago

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Somalia: the complicated business of helping people
Q: What are the practicalities for introducing democracy in Somalia?
Democracy's success relies on moving away from traditional clan systems to one-person-one-vote elections, which is challenging due to vested interests in the old system.
Somalia: the complicated business of helping people
Q: How can we work with clans to ensure support reaches the vulnerable?
Clans have historical ties that influence dynamics; change must be gradual.
Somalia: the complicated business of helping people
Q: Is there any cultural resistance to contraceptive education?
Yes, there is cultural resistance, particularly concerning family planning and educating both husbands and wives.
Somalia: the complicated business of helping people
Q: Could I ask you about the introductions and the level of formality?
In African cultures, especially in Somalia, protocol is very important and relates to ego and hierarchy.
Is it me or my OCD?
Q: What type of strength did it take to, I suppose, get you that far?
Aisling notes that writing about her experiences took considerable strength and was a cathartic process, allowing her to articulate her emotions and raise awareness.

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Focused on culture, history, and social issues, the content features deeply researched narratives coupled with personal stories, interviews, and expert insights. Episodes explore a diverse range of topics, from telecommunications' history and its emotional resonance to the ongoing impact of significant social movements in Ireland. Unique aspects include thought-provoking discussions around gender equality, the significance of arts and culture in identity, and the intersections between different communities, particularly in the context of migration and cultural exchange. This approach likely appeals to listeners who appreciate rich storytelling and in-depth analyses of contemporary issues.

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Documentary on Newstalk launched 18 years ago and published 104 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Documentary on Newstalk include:

1. Wise Wolf
2. Mohammad Syfkhan
3. Lucie Azconaga
4. Consuelo Nerea Breschi
5. Seán Creedon
6. Cormac O'Brien
7. Ann Duncan
8. Michael Confrey

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