Documentary on One Podcast

RTÉ

Multi award winning documentaries from Ireland and beyond telling real life stories. With over 1,800 documentaries on offer, the Documentary On One Podcast has the largest archive of documentaries available in the world, dating as far back as 1954, right up to the present day. Winner of over 400 national and international awards. Producer of podcast series 'Where is Jón?', ‘The Real Carrie Jade’, 'Runaway Joe', 'Finding Samantha', 'Tiger Roll', 'GunPlot' and 'The Nobody Zone'. Immerse yourself in a world of sound, story and character.

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Jul 28, 2017 · 44 min
007, The Irish Connection
First appearing on cinema screens in 1962, James Bond brings many famous names to mind - Ian Fleming, Sean Connery, Pierce Brosnan, Daniel Craig - the list goes on. However, Dubliner Kevin McClory is rarely a name that people connect with 007. We take a look at how one Irishman is inextricably connected to the most famous spy of them all. (2017) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 21, 2017 · 43 min
Polar Opposites
In 1935, Iceland legalised abortion making it the first Western nation to create what we might now recognise as an abortion legalisation policy. We travel to Iceland to meet Corkman Fr Denis O'Leary who leads a very small Pro-Life group named Lífsvernd. We also meet staff working in the area of abortion at the National Hospital of Iceland (2017) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 14, 2017 · 47 min
The Orwell Wheeler
Road cycling is one of the world’s toughest sports. In 1987, Stephen Roche did the unthinkable - winning the three biggest cycle races in the world, the Giro d'Italia, Tour De France and World Championship. He was hailed a cycling hero across the world. 30yrs on, we look back at his iconic sporting achievement, which is yet to be repeated (2017) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 7, 2017 · 42 min
Peshmerga Mick
Michael Martin went AWOL while on sick leave for an injury that he sustained during a training exercise with the British Army. People were shocked to discover that instead of returning to Ireland he travelled to Iraq to fight against ISIS. Why did Michael risk everything to fight in Iraq? ( 2107 ) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 30, 2017 · 39 min
Roar and Pace
Ever thought of what it’s like to hurtle through the countryside at speeds in excess of 100mph - and not be in control? You rip out the seats and soundproofing of your car. Then what? Join us as we delve into the world of rallying in Ireland, through the eyes of co-drivers. Meet those who watch, guide and drive these cars right to the edge… (2016) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 23, 2017 · 42 min
Are you Tony Sheridan?
A radio documentary about a self-confessed 'Irish Vagabond' Tony Sheridan. In his turbulent and rich life he has worked with the Beatles, entertained the troops in Vietnam, played with Elvis Presley's backing band - all that and far more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 16, 2017 · 36 min
Deadly Sleeper
54-year-old Ray suffers from Sleep Apnoea, a disorder where the sufferer frequently stops breathing during sleep. We meet Ray's family, track his path to recovery, and hear about the dramatic changes that a good night's sleep brings to his life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 9, 2017 · 38 min
One Hundred Years of Names
Every personal name has a story - In this radio documentary, we go behind the top 100 Irish baby name lists and see a fascinating portrait of a changing country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 2, 2017 · 41 min
The Search for Edna Lavilla
In 1942, Edna Lavilla Haynes died from a backyard abortion. More than sixty years later, Edna's granddaughter looks for clues as to what happened. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 26, 2017 · 36 min
JG Farrell:149 Days in the Life Of
JG Farrell - the 2 time Booker winning author moved to West Cork in March 1979. Shortly after, he drowned while fishing. Using interviews of neighbours, family and friends - this documentary tells the story of those 149 days in the life of JG Farrell. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 18, 2017 · 49 min
You Can Stick Your World Cup
Five years ago, on the tenth anniversary of the Saipan sporting controversy Irish people still felt as divided as they did back in 2002. They were finding it very hard to get over it ! (2012) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 7, 2017 · 41 min
The Irishwoman Who Shot Mussolini
Four people tried to assassinate Italian fascist dictator Benito Mussolini. Only one person ever came close - her name was Violet Gibson and she was Irish. Violet spend the rest of her life in mental institutions, forgotten by society and by history. (2014) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 24, 2017 · 37 min
The Diary of Leanne Wolfe
A multi-award winning documentary. In 2007, schoolgirl Leanne Wolfe took her own life. The morning of her funeral, her older sister discovered Leanne's diaries and to her horror, she discovered that her sister was bullied by 6 girls for the last 5 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 16, 2017 · 27 min
Surviving Ireland
Holly and Declan are a young couple addicted to technology, and in particular their smartphones. Comedy writer & producer Colm Tobin follows them to a digital detox centre on the island of Carnananánachán where they undergo a bizarre, back-to-basics detox programme that tests their relationship to its limit. An RTÉ Radio 1 Comedy production (2017) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 3, 2017 · 37 min
The Garda Who Limped
Garda John Wilson awoke one night to find a rat tied to the front door of his home. He was shocked but not surprised - John Wilson is a Garda Whistleblower; the man who exposed a culture of 'ticket-fixing'. What's it like to be a whistleblower? (2014) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 24, 2017 · 40 min
Saved!
Does your soul need saving? If so, John Purcell is the man for the job. A born-again evangelical preacher and a member of the travelling community, he travels the country spreading the word of the Lord through his fire n' brimstone services. ( 2014 ) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 3, 2017 · 40 min
Down with jazz - Anti jazz campaign of the 1930's
January 1st 1934, Fr. Conifrey led a march through Mohill, County Leitrim, in which demonstrators shouted "down with jazz" and "out with paganism" and called on the government to close the dance halls and ban all foreign dances in Ireland. (Broadcast 1997) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 23, 2017 · 41 min
DocArchive (2004): Finders Keepers
An access all areas look at the mechanics of bringing a play from the page to the stage. How does the director get the most out of his actors, while collaborating with the playwright to make it a success? On the centenary of The Abbey Peter Sheridan’s showcase play, Finders Keepers kicks off the celebrations. ( First broadcast 2004 ) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 13, 2017 · 41 min
Peadar Mercier
Peadar Mercier, the first ever professional bodhrán and bones player, captured the pulse of Irish traditional music. 25 yrs after his death, his son Mel traces his father’s unique life story – from his protestant heritage, to world tours with the Chieftains and a 10 yr adventure with composer John Cage into the world of experimental music. (2016) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 4, 2017 · 26 min
Bulldozer and Buckleppin
"Break a Nail" Camilla Duncan is a Westmeath grandmother who drives a bulldozer for her living. "Jumping for Tanzania" The Kells Heritage Buckleppin' Competition took place to raise money for the Makiumiu Hospital in Tanzania. The local fundraiser for the hospital is Kells GP, Dr. Mary Coffey. An Irish radio short documentary from RTÉ Radio 1, Ireland - Documentary on One - the home of Irish short radio documentaries See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.