Tag: RTÉ
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Ryan Tubridy on YouTube: Can his reinvention work?
Introduction: a sudden reinvention in real time Ryan Tubridy’s name has long been synonymous with Irish television and the Late Late Show. Now, as he pivots toward a YouTube audience, commentators are asking whether this reinvention can deliver the same or greater impact. The move comes amid personal and professional news that has put Tubridy…
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Pat Vincent: When National Broadcasters Weren’t Waning in Authority
Introduction: The Golden Era of Public Broadcasting There was a period when national broadcasters soared with a distinct sense of duty. The BBC and RTÉ, funded by the public purse, carried not just the duty to inform but a responsibility to uphold democratic norms, provide balanced reporting, and serve as a common reference point for…
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PAT VINCENT: BBC and RTÉ were not always this bad
Public Service, Public Trust There was a time when public broadcasters carried a certain gravitas. The BBC and RTÉ (and other state-funded outlets in the British Isles) were trusted to inform, educate, and entertain with a sense of responsibility that came with a fragile social contract: the press as a public good, paid for by…
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Late Late Show Friday: Kingfishr, Baz Ashmawy, Walliams & More
Late Late Show Friday brings a star-studded lineup to RTÉ One Patrick Kielty welcomes a diverse mix of guests to The Late Late Show this Friday, from chart-topping musicians and celebrated actors to authors and everyday heroes. The hour-long programme delivers personal stories, candid conversations, and live performances that have made the Friday night staple…
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5 takeaways from This Week presidential radio debate
Overview The presidential race took to the airwaves on RTÉ’s This Week today, featuring a lively clash between Heather Humphreys and Catherine Connolly with presenter David McCullagh. The debate covered the Triple Lock, Defence Forces overseas deployments, and Ireland’s role on the world stage, among other topics. Political correspondent Paul Cunningham breaks down the five…
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Five Takeaways from the This Week Presidential Radio Debate on RTÉ
Introduction: A lively clash on RTÉ’s This Week The presidential race heated up on RTÉ’s This Week, with Heather Humphreys and Catherine Connolly trading barbs under host David McCullagh. In what many described as the liveliest presidential debate to date, the candidates pressed each other on defence policy, Europe, and the Triple Lock, while post-debate…
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RTÉ Radio 1 Overhaul: Six Talking Points From the New Schedule
Introduction: A landmark change for RTÉ Radio 1 RTÉ revealed its most significant Radio 1 schedule shake-up in 25 years, part of the broadcaster’s New Direction Strategy. Director of Audio Patricia Monahan said the changes aim to refresh output while keeping audiences at the heart of decisions. The overhaul touches every corner of the daily…
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Presidential Candidates canvass nationwide as debate looms and election nears
Campaigning across the country With the presidential election just days away, the top contenders are crisscrossing the country, meeting voters and local stakeholders as the countdown to polling day intensifies. Independent candidate Catherine Connolly and Fine Gael hopeful Heather Humphreys were both in action on an energetic campaigning day, touching multiple towns and engaging with…
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Crumbling TV Schedules: Kieran Cuddihy’s Late Late Show Appearance Cancelled After Newstalk Contract Warning
Overview: A Last-Minute Change on RTÉ’s Late Late Show The Late Late Show’s Friday broadcast took an abrupt turn when Kieran Cuddihy’s guest appearance was pulled following a legal warning from Newstalk. RTÉ confirmed that the presenter remained under contract with the radio station, which effectively prevented him from appearing on the iconic Friday night…
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RTÉ Scrambles as Newstalk Contractual Warnings Redirect Late Late Show Guest
Overview: A Last‑Minute Schedule Shift friday night’s Late Late Show appearance by Kieran Cuddihy was cancelled at the last moment after Newstalk flagged ongoing contractual obligations. RTÉ confirmed that the radio presenter remained under contract with Newstalk, preventing him from appearing on the primetime talk show. The sudden change was announced by an RTÉ spokeswoman,…