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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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Recent Guests

Christine Dwyer Hickey
Author of nine novels including 'Our London Lives' and 'Tati'
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Mary O'Rourke
Author of "Labels"
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Jill Kenney
Author of "Pool Story"
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David Kitt
Irish musician known for his album The Big Romance
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Sage Omar
Author of the short story "It Must Have Come First"
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Linda McCarthy
Winner of the RTÉ Short Story Competition 2025, author of "Witness"
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Angela Finn
Author of "A Spectrum of Sorrow"
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Suzanne Collery
Playwright and director
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John Malloy
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Hosts

Keira King
Host known for her engaging discussions, exploring diverse topics within the realm of arts and culture, with a distinct focus on film and theatre.
Sean Rocks
Host specializing in arts and entertainment discussions, adept at steering meaningful conversations with guests from various creative backgrounds.

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Q: How do you feel about the impact of social media on writing?
I attempt to provide a unique perspective on being outside the bounds of the constant online engagement.
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Q: What do you think influences your ability to engage such a diverse audience?
Having a broad audience as a result of my earlier work has influenced how I approach my writing.
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Q: What connects these essays for you? Is there a guiding thread that draws them all together?
The common thread is my interests and the things I engage with, often addressing themes of life and art.
RTÉ Short Story Competition final 2025
Q: Tristan, I'm interested to know about the style of stories that were submitted this year.
I hope they were written with radio in mind, and many stories have been successfully paired with actors for performance.
RTÉ Short Story Competition final 2025
Q: Neil, you were a judge on the competition last year too, so what has the judging process been like for you this year?
It's been very collegiate and very stimulating, focusing on choosing champions while being open to the others' perspectives.

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Exploring the vibrant world of arts, culture, and entertainment, this podcast features insightful discussions on various forms of media including film, television, and theatre. Each episode showcases lively dialogues that critically engage with new releases while also reflecting on influential works from the past. Guests range from acclaimed musicians to cultural commentators, adding depth and expertise to the conversations surrounding their projects and the broader cultural landscape. Unique in its ability to seamlessly blend reviews with personal stories and societal reflections, the podcast is likely to resonate with both avid fans of the arts and those interested in the evolving narratives of contemporary culture.

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Arena launched 16 years ago and published 103 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 Arena include:

1. Christine Dwyer Hickey
2. Mary O'Rourke
3. Jill Kenney
4. David Kitt
5. Sage Omar
6. Linda McCarthy
7. Angela Finn
8. Suzanne Collery

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