Documentary on One Podcast

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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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Feb 20, 2009 · 38 min
DocArchive (1976): The Bargemen
What is it about Bargemen? Do they choose the lifestyle or does it choose them? The last working barge passed through the Grand Canal in Dublin in 1960. Yet the stories, memories and lifestyle still live on amongst these bargemen and their families. The men speak about their work, and lives. (First Broadcast 1976) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 20, 2009 · 35 min
DocArchive (1982): The Forthieth of Foot
Mention the words "The Forty Foot" around Dublin, and anyone will know exactly what you are referring to immediately. This bathing area in South Dublin has become an institute among bathers in the capital. Immortalised in literature (Ulysses), this documentary looks at the history of this former male only swimming spot. (First Broadcast 1982) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 19, 2009 · 42 min
DocArchive (2001): Moving
A radio documentary about Edel and Fergus, urban parents, who decide to move their family out of their cramped house in Dublin in the middle of the Celtic Tiger years to give their two children Sorcha and Cian, a better life in the country. (First Broadcast 2001) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 19, 2009 · 52 min
DocArchive (1981): With The Wind To Our Backs We Were Only Mighty
An insight into one of Ireland's most eccentric traditions - the Strawboys of Achill, Co. Mayo in the West of Ireland. Jim Fahy takes us on a journey through their musical, dancing and wedding traditions and of the family rivalry that can exist within. (First Broadcast 1981) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 19, 2009 · 42 min
DocArchive (1979): A Dogs Life
In 1979 there were a great number of dogs living in sanctuaries around the country. ‘A Dogs Life’ looks at the day to day running of a sanctuary in Carlow. We also meet the owners and examine the motivations, the work and the rewards of running a dog sanctuary. (First Broadcast 1979) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 19, 2009 · 58 min
DocArchive (1974): Every Inch an Irishman
A profile of the Irish composer and conductor Charles Villiers Stanford who is seen as a key player in the British musical renaissance. Born in Dublin in 1852, he composed seven symphonies, but his best-remembered pieces are his choral music works for church performance. (First Broadcast 1974) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 18, 2009 · 43 min
DocArchive (1981): Darkest Midnight in December
Documentary about the tradition of singing ancient Christmas Carols in Kilmore Church, Co Wexford. Singers consist of the local community, and the group of singers has always included a member of the Deveroux family. We hear of the history and traditions of the ritual and how it is being maintained. (First Broadcast 1981) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 18, 2009 · 25 min
DocArchive (1979): The Catholic Gentry
The affluent Moore family moved from Antrim to Tipperary in 1850 and purchased the magnificent Mooresfort estate. This move played a huge role in the history of the family, one of the most important families to move to Tipperary. (First Broadcast 1979) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 18, 2009 · 36 min
DocArchive (1996): Season
Cricket fanatic Conor O’Callaghan tells the story of cricket in Ireland and gives a poetic account of his own obsession with the sport. (First Broadcast 1996) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 18, 2009 · 39 min
DocArchive (2009): I'll Find a High Mountain
The story of a Galway traveller family, one of a dwindling number who still take to the road. Their traditional routes took in rural Connemara. Mary McDonagh (not her real name) paints a picture of lives ravaged by suicide and depression. And yet there is much joy too. (First Broadcast 2009) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 17, 2009 · 42 min
DocArchive (2000): Twelfth Apostle
Martin Lavan came from Mayo, and it is claimed, but disputed, that he was one of Michael Collins' assassination squad. On the day after Civil War broke out, Martin killed two men. He then assumed a disguise and fled to America where he became a lawyer. (First Broadcast 2000) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 16, 2009 · 40 min
DocArchive (2005): Two Trains To Achill
This programme tells the stories of migrant workers from Achill in Co Mayo, who would travel to Scotland to work picking potatoes in the 19th century. According to local folklore, the first and last trains carried the bodies of dead people, who passed away during these journeys. (First Broadcast 2005) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 16, 2009 · 49 min
DocArchive (1974): Colmcille - The Real National Apostle?
Saint Colmcille was born in Donegal on December 7th, 521, the son of a chief related to princes then reigning in Ireland and Scotland. Today, many Irish and Scottish Catholics are still devoted to St Colmcille and absolutely revere him. But why? (First Broadcast 1974) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 14, 2009 · 38 min
DocArchive (1981): Pipe that Song Again
A hobby for some, a career for others, the men and women behind the craft of musical instrument making in Ireland. Synonymous with Ireland is the Irish Harp - we hear about the creation of this instrument and about its place in Irish society. (First Broadcast 1981). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 13, 2009 · 39 min
DocArchive (1976): Mona's Isle
The Isle of Anglesey is the largest Welsh island in the U.K. Anciently know as the Isle of Mona, it lies off the north-west coast of Wales. Connected to the mainland by two bridges, it has the longest place name in Britain and very strong Irish ties. (First Broadcast 1976) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 13, 2009 · 35 min
DocArchive (2008): Tuned In!
At the end of 2007, Donegal VEC had an idea: take 50 teenagers - lock them away in an adventure centre for 5 days. Throw in musical instruments, music teachers and a composer. The project was called"Tuned In!". Ronan Kelly followed the teenagers and adults over the 5 days and recorded the final concert. (First Broadcast 2008) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 13, 2009 · 39 min
DocArchive (1981): Bantry Hold on for Dublin
In the early hours of the morning on the 8th Jan 1979, tragedy struck just off the head of Bantry Bay, Co. Cork when an oil tanker exploded on Whiddy Island. A look at the aftermath of this disaster which saw the loss of 50 lives and the negative effect it had on the community. (First Broadcast 1981) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 12, 2009 · 39 min
DocArchive (1981): Running Commentary
26.2 miles is a long way to run. Myles Dungan ran the Dublin City Marathon back in 1981. He takes us on the 26.2 mile journey from training to finish line and gives a play by play of his progress along the way. He speaks to runners about the sport and why they put themselves through the ordeal. (First Broadcast 1981) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 12, 2009 · 39 min
DocArchive (1973): Unhappy Christmas
A look into the darker side of Christmas - a season that can bring as much sadness as it does joy. Bereavement, homelessness, poverty, loneliness - this are all problems that can be magnified during the festive season. This documentary talks to single parents, Belfast families after internment and people in hospitals. (First Broadcast 1973) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 12, 2009 · 59 min
DocArchive (1971): Bus to Glasgow Part 2
A two-part programme made on the first CIE Express bus from Dublin to Glasgow. Sean Mac Reamoinn is joined by a host of people including their Scottish guide and philosopher, Hamish Anderson for this guided tour from Belfast to Glasgow. (First Broadcast 1971) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.