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Irish podcast exploring what's happening in the world of arts, culture and entertainment. Listen live every weeknight on RTÉ Radio 1 from 7-8pm. Listen to individual clips at rte.ie/arena. Presented by Sean Rocks.

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As this year's Awards Season reaches its climax, join Sinéad Egan Arena's Oscar Edition, a special show bringing you the very best of Arena's interviews with nominees for the 2026 Academy Awards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The best of Arena's week with Oscar nominated filmmaker John Kelly on his animated short "Retirement Plan"... we speak to novelist Mary Costello about her new book "A Beautiful Loan"... and we talk to poet and writer John O'Donnell about his first co... more

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Recent Guests

Cathy Galvin
Poet and author of Ethnology
Bloodaxe Books / Inishbofin connection mentioned
Episode: Film reviews - Kristian Bezuidenhout - Ethnology: a love song for Connemara
Kristian Bezuidenhout
Pianist, Beethoven interpreter
Irish Chamber Orchestra
Episode: Film reviews - Kristian Bezuidenhout - Ethnology: a love song for Connemara
John Kelly
Animator and filmmaker of Retirement Plan
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Episode: Retirement Plan - Morrissey - A Beautiful Loan
Eamon Sweeney
Longtime Morrissey fan and commentator
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Episode: Retirement Plan - Morrissey - A Beautiful Loan
Mary Costello
Author of A Beautiful Lone
Canon Gate
Episode: Retirement Plan - Morrissey - A Beautiful Loan
John O'Donnell
Award-winning poet and writer, author of Mr. Who and Other Stories
Author, RTÉ Short Story Competition Frances McManus winner
Episode: Mr Hoo and other stories - Couture - Hello Charlie
Alice Winokur
Director of Couture, French filmmaker
Winokur (director)
Episode: Mr Hoo and other stories - Couture - Hello Charlie
Quiva Farrin
Playwright, writer of Hello Charlie
Front and Center festival participant
Episode: Mr Hoo and other stories - Couture - Hello Charlie
Mike Garson
Pianist known for his work with David Bowie
Dublin Bowie Festival
Episode: Film reviews - Mike Garson on Bowie - Banshee: Mythological Irish Women Retold

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Sean Rocks
Host and Presenter known for engaging discussions on arts and culture, as well as in-depth interviews with various figures in the creative industry.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 72 ratings
  • This is what I’ve been looking for

    Do you like to hear educated opinions that are clear, concise and charming?

    Maybe it’s the accent but when someone said the latest Yorgos/Emma movie was “really just a doodle” I was hooked. There is a bit of music and television that we don’t access to yet. You know what? Don’t care. It’s an excellent show

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    United States4 months ago

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Arena Encore - Bowie Fest, Marianne Faithfull doc, Band T-shirts & Amanda Seyfried
Q: How did you feel when you first met Marianne Faithfull?
It was terrifying; we had to pass a test to show we understood her.
Film reviews - Mike Garson on Bowie - Banshee: Mythological Irish Women Retold
Q: How did re-reading those myths as an adult compare to your childhood experience?
As an adult, I realized how dark many of the myths actually are.
Film reviews - Mike Garson on Bowie - Banshee: Mythological Irish Women Retold
Q: What was it like to share a stage with Bowie?
Playing with Bowie was extraordinary, and he chose Dublin because he loved performing here.
Arena Encore -
Q: Why pick Poetry and Loneliness as the theme for your lecture?
It's a common experience that doesn't get talked about much, and there are various ways to express the feeling.
Arena Encore -
Q: Is spring a time that you find inspiring yourself both as a poet, I suppose, and as a person?
Yes, the feeling of sap and increased light heightens inspiration in poetry.

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What is Arena about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring the realms of arts, culture, and entertainment, this podcast features a variety of engaging discussions that highlight current topics and events. Across episodes, notable themes include an analysis of literature, film, and music, often intertwined with conversations about cultural representation and contemporary issues. The show is characterized by interviews with prominent figures in the arts, including authors, musicians, filmmakers, and cultural commentators, showcasing their work and its relevance in today's society. Unique insights often emerge from the blending of interviews and thematic explorations, making the content both informative and thought-provoking for listeners who appreciate in-depth conversations about culture a... more

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1. Cathy Galvin
2. Kristian Bezuidenhout
3. John Kelly
4. Eamon Sweeney
5. Mary Costello
6. John O'Donnell
7. Alice Winokur
8. Quiva Farrin

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