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St Patrick鈥檚 Weekend Special

St Patrick鈥檚 weekend special

John hears about a new book charting the stories and experiences of the Irish nurses who left home to work in the NHS in England in the late 40s til the 1960s. Singer and trombonist Matt Benson chats about his first solo album and how he鈥檚 telling stories close to his heart. Paula cooks a St. Patrick鈥檚 Day staple of bacon and cabbage with parsley sauce. Ballycastle-born award-winning actor Conleth Hill on Shakespeare, comedy and his latest role in Dublin. Irish fiddle player and composer, Zoe Conway joins John ahead of her performance at Belfast Tradfest. For two hundred years, the London Season has been at the centre of upper class British Society but what do we know about it? Belfast teenager, Emily joins John in studio to talk about her experience as a chosen London Season debutante. Live music session with members from the Cormac 脫 Ceallaigh CC脡 from Draperstown.

1 hour, 52 minutes

Last on

Sat 15 Mar 2025 11:03

Broadcast

  • Sat 15 Mar 2025 11:03