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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May 23, 1980 · 37 min
DocArchive (1980): McCarthyism-The Rise of Senator Joseph McCarthy
Senator Joseph McCarthy became synonymous with anti-communist persecution and paranoia in the United States in the 1950’s.This first of two documentaries explains the rise in power of the senator from Wisconsin. McCarthyism has since been defined as “the practice of making accusations of subversion or treason without proper regard for evidence” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 5, 1980 · 39 min
DocArchive (1980): Northside Swaddy - Seán O'Casey in Dublin
The Award Winning Seán O’Casey was one of Irish literature’s greats. Born in Dublin in 1880, this documentary takes a tour of the Northside of the city, tracing his life. With contributions from family, friends and neighbours, this is an exploration of his work, his love of the Irish language, and his move to the U.K. (First Broadcast 1980) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 13, 1980 · 39 min
DocArchive (1980): Great Art Beaten Down
Hugh Lane amassed a collection of pictures with his brilliant eye for art. A man whose life was surrounded by the sort of controversy which was only equalled by his untimely death onboard the Lusitania in 1915. The fate of 39 paintings has been a bone of contention between British and Irish governments that still remains unsolved. (1980) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 7, 1980 · 41 min
DocArchive (1980): World of Women
In 1980, Broadcaster Marian Finucane traveled to Copenhagen for the second United Nations World Conference on Women. Delegates assesed the progress in women's rights and equality and what was needed in areas of family life. From family size and abortion laws to education in the area of family planning and domestic violence. (1980) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 28, 1979 · 48 min
DocArchive (1959): To Boston and Back
Back in the days when air fares were unattainable high. America literally seemed like a million miles away and so in 1959, Norris Davidson headed off on a journey of a lifetime. An adventure to Boston and back in just three days. (1959) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 16, 1979 · 20 min
DocArchive (1949): A Wine of the Country
It is thought that cidermaking in Ireland stretches back 2000 years, the religious orders were instrumental in its early production. In the 19th century, cidermaking became a business of some importance, although the industry suffered a decline following the two world wars. In 1949, the cider factory in Clonmel shared its brewing secrets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 25, 1978 · 1 hr 27 min
DocArchive (1958): Hilton and Micheál
Two of the most recognizable figures in the arts in twentieth-century Ireland - Hilton Edwards and Micheál MacLiammóir, cofounded The Gate theatre. Partners in life and in business, they had an ambitious and revolutionary approach to the theatre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 29, 1978 · 42 min
DocArchive (1978): Weapon of Choice
A day on the beat with Irish American detectives from the NYPD Homicide Squad who police the streets of Harlem. By the late 1970s, violent crime was a daily part of life in New York City, and the police had to deal with gruesome murder scenes and criminals who were armed and dangerous. (1978) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 15, 1978 · 23 min
DocArchive (1978): With the Irish in New York - No. 1 Gaelic Park
Gaelic Park is the home of hurling and football in New York City, but for many Irish immigrants arriving in America, it is much more than a sports club. It was a place to meet old friends, sing songs, have a few drinks, and reminisce about life back home. ( 1978) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 2, 1978 · 42 min
DocArchive (1978): A Winter's Night On Arranmore
The island of Arranmore is one of the largest inhabited islands off the coast of Donegal. The winters are long and the wild ocean cuts the islanders off from the mainland. Community is vital to the island's survival; local people meet to sing songs, tell stories, watch television and play bingo. But is this enough for the younger generation? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 16, 1978 · 40 min
DocArchive (1978): He Might Have Won Fame In The End
At the age of 38 Thomas MacDonagh was executed for his part in the 1916 Rising. This documentary explores his role in shaping Modern Ireland through his literary works and political activism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 23, 1977 · 43 min
DocArchive (1977): Painters and Sculptors
An exploration of the art scene in Ireland, particularly in Dublin. Contributors speak of the elitist image of the commercial gallery, the lifestyle and pressures of an artist and the public's engagement with art. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 17, 1977 · 38 min
DocArchive (1977): The Garden of Eden
Originally from Manchester, Gill Gairdner and Rod Alston, moved to Eden in Leitrim with an idea to make a garden that is both productive and beautiful, and a farm that is capable of supporting those living there. Their exceptional horticulturist skills, plus a steely determination, resulted in them pioneering organic farming in Ireland. (1977) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 22, 1977 · 35 min
DocArchive(1977); Squirrel Catcher
Alyn Walsh has his dream job. He is a squirrel catcher. Dick Warner explores the unusual world of squirrel trapping with Alyn and finds out what drives him to do this job in such an isolated forest environment. Trapping squirrels is no easy task and though Alyn loves birds, wildlife and squirrels - he says squirrels don't make good pets! (1977) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 10, 1976 · 43 min
DocArchive (1976): Yer Only Man
Who is the man Myles na gCopaleen? Brian O'Nolan was regarded as a major figure in twentieth century Irish literature. His novelswere written under the pen name Flann O'Brien, whilst his satirical columns were written under Myles na gCopaleen. Various friends and colleagues remember different aspects of the man. Produced by John Skehan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 1, 1976 · 43 min
DocArchive(1976): 80 Years of Cinema in Ireland: Sound Films
Sonny Boy, one of the most successful theme songs ever written, introduced the "talkie" picture to Ireland. It was sung by Al Jolson in The Singing Fool, the film has screened at the opening of the Capitol Cinema in 1929. But, it wasn't until 1936 that Tom Cooper produced the first really genuine native production, The Dawn. (1976) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 24, 1976 · 43 min
DocArchive (1976): 80 Years of Cinema in Ireland: Silent Films
A complete history of silent films in Ireland from one of the first moving pictures documenting Queen Victoria's visit in 1900, through to the pioneering feature films of Sidney Olcott, to the imported European films that were shown in Dublin's first cinema opened by James Joyce. (1976) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 13, 1975 · 43 min
DocArchive (1975): College of Art
NCAD was a scene of heated controversy and disturbance in the late sixties and seventies. This documentary meets the man who stepped in to the role of Director following that time. Welsh man Jonah Jones talks about his vision for art and design and how he will repair the years of neglect by the government, education system and public. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 6, 1974 · 44 min
DocArchive(1974): Leave Your Hat At The Sound
Achill - the largest island in Ireland, an inspiration to writers and artists for its wild Atlantic shorelines and its wide open spaces - and a place where men once raced up mountains to win a wife. (first broadcast 1974) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.