Documentary on One Podcast

Joe Duffy recalls the Antarctic expedition of Ernest Shackleton from Kildare and Tom Crean from Kerry, and talks to their relatives, friends and admirers, and those re-creating their Odyssey (First Broadcast 1996)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Shannon – Ireland’s largest river is the centre of booming boating holiday industry which attracts thousands of tourists who get the opportunity to chart their way through the waterways on a break they will never to forget. (Broadcast 1980)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Aer Lingus celebrates its 75th birthday in May 2011, we travel back 54yrs to hear a story which told of its more youthful 21st birthday! Different times, a different era, different planes and different challenges but the same Aer Lingus (Broadcast 1957)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dubliner Alf McKenzie was born in 1897 and offers a unique perspective on the 21st century. It’s a life that takes in the 1916 rising, depression era Chicago, the Blitz in London and India under British rule. (Broadcast 1980)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The joy that heralds the arrival of a Hijra is a regular part of India's special occasions. The sight of their masculine features wrapped in a female sari surprises many. Even more surprising is that homosexuality is still illegal in India. (2005)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every Saturday afternoon, Dublin teenagers crowd into the back room of Walton's music shop in Georges Street, Dublin to play the musical instruments. However, staff in the shop are so fed up listening to the song Falling Slowly that they have banned customers from playing the song while trying out the instruments. (First Broadcast 2009)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A look at the ambush of the County Clare town of Ennistymon in September 1920. (Broadcast 1985)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

About the moments and memories that make people happy. We hear how happiness is defined, the importance of a happy youth, happiness within convent life, Maureen Potter on keeping audiences happy and the idea that happiness changes with age.(First Broadcast 1981)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The British government sent army troops into Northern Ireland during the summer of 1969. Eleven years on - this documentary talks to disenchanted British soldiers stationed in Derry on their ‘Tour of Duty’. (Broadcast 1980)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two men in a boat - Frank Reilly and Conn McCool - go trout fishing on Lough Mask. Frank is the angler, deciding the method of fishing and taking advice from Conn - the Gillie, supplying the knowledge of local conditions. (Broadcast 2000)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Aer Lingus celebrates its 75th anniversary in May 2011, we return to 1983 to a time when the Irish American transatlantic routes were critised for their loss making. But the Irish American link is one which has always been valued (Broadcast 1983)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A insight into the effects of unemployment in the town of Cobh back in 1985.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A story of mystery - of the 18th century grave of Father Andrew Mullen in Offaly. Fr William Dempsey has made it his life's work to have Father Mullen beatified. But why in 21st century Ireland is Fr Mullens grave still visited for hope and cures? (2006) A story of mystery - of the 18th century grave of Father Andrew Mullen in Offaly. Fr William Dempsey has made it his life's work to have Father Mullen beatified. But why in 21st century Ireland is Fr Mullens grave still visited for hope and cures? (2006)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A look at the history of the bicycle and life as a cyclist in Ireland in 1985. A look at the history of the bicycle and life as a cyclist in Ireland in 1985.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the current cutting of turf debate rages in the Ireland of 2011, we travel back 15yrs to spend a day on the bog in Co. Meath. The conversation flows through age old traditions and characters and is only interrupted by cups of tea (First broadcast 1996)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Humans are social animals; it is our nature to be so. We strive towards being part of social groupings. But not everyone finds themselves in that position. What happens when we 'loose' family and friends and live life on our own? (First broadcast 1994)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Time passes us all by - day and night. But what of time itself? When did it come about? How did it come about? Where are its origins? We meet people whose whole lives are spent working with time, studying it or indeed explaining it! (First broadcast 1997)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ireland’s bogs are very important for our environment, economy and tourism industry. The Living Bog is about turf cutting and explores life on the bog and the surface below the bog. (1982)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It began in very primitive circumstances centuries ago but meteorology - the science of weather forecasting has evolved over the years into a highly sophisticated operation. (Broadcast 1980)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A story of survival. 20 years ago, Jerry Dennehy was told to say goodbye to his family. In this documentary, he talks openly with his daughter, Susan Dennehy, about his battles, his unusual methods of coping and the 'curse of an interesting life'. (2006)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Nazareth Home is a retirement home that caters for senior citizens in Malahide. It’s a friendly and close community that lives side by side as they grow old and grey together. (Broadcast 1980)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A look at one of the worlds most iconic cars- The Morris Minor (Broadcast 1985)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A documentary on the first cinema to come to Mullingar and the role it played in the social history of the town. (1985)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat Kenny investigates the rapidly emerging 'Boot Boy' movement that was appearing around Ireland in the 1970s, looking at how they are perceived by the public along with the reality of belonging to the subculture (Broadcast 1975)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1995 the residents of Fatima Mansions, one of Dublin's most notorious and deprived communities, came together with the start of a dream. This story tracks that dream as it becomes a reality in 2005. (First Broadcast May 2006)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The story about life in the shanty towns of Trujillo in Peru (Broadcast 1985) The story about life in the shanty towns of Trujillo in Peru (Broadcast 1985)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The world of scuba diving is investigated by Maxwell Sweeney. This adventure sport is becoming increasingly popular with families. New divers speak about their happiness at seeing the other side of nature below the sea. Instructors explain the dive preparations, equipment and safety. (First Broadcast 1980)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat Kenny returned to Foley Street in 1988 to find out what had happened to the bootboys who were originally featured in a 1975 doc. Thirteen years later after boyhood interviews, Pat went back and found that life had its ups and downs (Broadcast 1988)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plastic surgery is a now a billion dollar industry but is this a symptom of a society that has lost the run of itself and its obsession with beauty and perfection? (Broadcast 1980)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rose Aherne is many things to many people. A general legend around the Camden Street area. She is a practical joker, cleaning lady and the star of this charming documentary. (Broadcast 1987)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The story of two women, Magda and Bridgit. Magda is from Port Said in Egypt, Bridgit is from Caherciveen, Co. Kerry. Bridgit emigrated to Egypt for marriage; Magda moved to Dublin to do the same thing. (First Broadcast 2009)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it was finished being built in 1684, the Royal Hospital was one of Ireland's finest buildings. When it came out of service in 1927 however, the building began to fall into disrepair. Here we look at what happened next. (1985)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Is This the End of the Story?" looks at how we communicate over a pint in the pub. What will happen to our stories and how we tell them if we can't get to the pub or if the pubs disappear? (2008)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Proinsias O' Conluain examines the history of the Ancient Hibernian Order, its presence in the North of Ireland, its links to America and its future significance. (Broadcast 1976)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For generations, especially on market days, Irish towns the breadth and length of the country would be taken over by street traders or hawkers as they were known who would set up their stalls to bargain with locals. (Broadcast 1977)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The work of a lighthouse keeper is something that few people are cut out for, although advances in technology mean the job is not as lonely as it was in the past. Keepers at Bailey Lighthouse tell their story. (Broadcast 1985)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Fahy travels to Calcutta to meet Mother Teresa and see the work she is doing there (Broadcast 2001)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the winter of 1968 Ireland had it's own student rebellion. The Doc on One catches up with the four main ringleaders forty years on.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A look back at the life of Robert Farren. From his poetry to his time in broadcasting, this documentary takes a look at an extrordinary life. (Broadcast 1985) A look back at the life of Robert Farren. From his poetry to his time in broadcasting, this documentary takes a look at an extrordinary life. (Broadcast 1985)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This documentary was recorded during the centenary year of Brooklyn Bridge. The New York bridge has become more than just a bridge - this is a story told through music, poetry and dialogue. (First Broadcast 1983)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For centuries, strange creatures have been sighted in the Clifden area in Galway. And so in 1979, Myles Dungan went to investigate. Noted in history, could these creatures still exist? Could it be possible to get a glimpse of them? (First broadcast 1979)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What will happen any us when we grow old? Where will we live and whom will we live with? This documentary goes inside the nursing homes and institiutions of Ireland, meeting both residents and their carers, to look at elderly life (First Broadcast 1993)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paddy O’Gorman speaks to truck drivers at Mother Hubbards restaurant, Co. Kildare about their lives and work. These men travel throughout Europe driving, in what can be described as a lonely existence. They discuss the effects on family, social lives and reveal how they became truckers. (First Broadcast 2003)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Belfast was once the greatest shipyard in the world. This is the story of those glorious days stretching back to the 19th century. In particular, the Harland and Woolf yard is renowned for building the Titantic and many other ships (First Broadcast 1978)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A bilingual documentary on Scoil Eanna - the boy’s school founded by 1916 leader Padraig Pearse. Pearse was committed to the preservation of the Irish language. The school would prove to be a success but would never escape the shadow of its founder, its financial woes, relocations and police raids. (First Broadcast 1979)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1963 the Sean Nós singer Darach Ó Cathain emigrated from Connemara to Leeds, England with his wife and family. This documentary follows their journey. "When you've music in you, you're hearing music always." Darach O Cathain (2008)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A look at what was involved in training up the members of Ireland's Police Force in the 1980s. (Broadcast 1985)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

‘The Express’ was a regional tabloid set up in Louth in 1978 and this bilingual documentary charts the creation of the publication; from the initial idea, to the very first edition and its delivery throughout the region. (Broadcast 1978)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mrs Phyllis Faris opened a museum in 1968 in a disused pighouse at her home in Cornafean, Cavan after receiving an inheritance and was to build it up over the years to become one of the biggest tourist attractions in the North East.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pádraic Dolan visits the Gaeltacht area of Connemara to ask the people living there about their own unique attitudes to life. (Broadcast 1975)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.