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Enya Martin, Comedian and Content Creator, spoke to Brendan with Nadine O’Regan, Editor Business Post Magazine and Brian Reddin, Producer and Director, ahead of the Friends Reunion, which will be available to stream this week. Nadine and Brian also shared their tips for movies and TV this week.
Donald Clarke, Film Correspondent for The Irish Times and Nadine O’Regan, Editor of the Business Post Magazine, share their viewing tips for the week ahead.
Nadine O’Regan, Editor at the Business Post Magazine and Producer/ Director Brian Reddin share their viewing tips for the week ahead.
David Gray, the acclaimed British singer-songwriter, joins Nadine O'Regan to talk about his influences and inspirations, as well as his new album Skellig, his early days in music, his move into electronica with his record-breaking fourth album White Ladder, the bestselling record in Irish chart history, and how Covid-19 has impacted the live music industry.
Nadine O’Regan and Keith Walsh tell us about a new app that's a mix of radio and live podcasting, called Clubhouse App.
On today's show Ray chats to Gary Ashe about his photo in The Irish Times today, Anna May McHugh talks about vaccinations for the Over 85’s, Ray is joined by Jill Nalder from Tv show, It's A Sin Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch and Nadine O’Regan and Keith Walsh tell us about a new app Clubhouse.
Luke O'Neill, the immunologist, Trinity professor, Inflazome co-founder and author, joins Nadine O'Regan to talk about his life and background, and his views on everything from the global pandemic through to millennials, depression and the future beyond Covid-19.
Patrick Freyne, the award-winning critic and debut author, joins Nadine O'Regan on My Roots are Showing to talk about his new book OK, Let's Do Your Stupid Idea, a collection of essays which tracks back through his life as a writer, musician and human being in Ireland, examining topics including mental health, the arts, writing and progressiveness in Ireland.
The National Concert Hall hosts Imagining Ireland. Caoimhín Ó Raghallaigh plays live in studio ahead of his upcoming performance, Project Art Centre artistic director Cian O’Brien & artist Jaki Irvine' discuss Somewhere Near Vada, Alan Corr & Nadine O’Regan review new albums; the debut from Pillow Queens, Public Enemy, Fleet Foxes & Idles.
It’s the summer and hopefully many of use have a few days or weeks off to curl up, relax with a book. So we wanted to invite Nadine O’Regan, Editor of the Sunday Business Post Magazine, on to Weekend Breakfast to give us some suggestions for good summer reads! Nadine tells Alison Curtis about some sizzling fictions, memorable memoirs and classy current affairs books! Listen back to the chat by pressing the play button at the bottom of the screen. Weekend Breakfast with Alison Curtis, Saturdays and Sundays from 8am!
Sonya Kelly and Mark O'Halloran celebrate global pride on film and new albums from Jessie Ware, Haim and Ray LaMontagne are reviewed by Nadine O'Regan and Eamon Sweeney.
Andrea Corr, lead singers of The Corrs, joins Nadine O'Regan to discuss her multi-faceted career. As frontwoman of The Corrs, the Dundalk-raised Irish singer has, along with her three siblings, sold over 40 million albums. She has also carved out a successful acting career on the stage and published a recent memoir Barefoot Pilgrimage, which is out in paperback in July. In this wide-ranging interview, Andrea talks candidly about her background, taking in not just her globe-trotting career, but also her life as a daughter, sister, wife and mother.
Ed O'Brien of Radiohead joins Nadine O'Regan to talk about his first solo album Earth, as well as his decades in Radiohead, his route to creativity, the support of his friends such as producer Flood and ex-Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr, and how time spent in Brazil shaped him in the making of his first solo album. He also speaks about how Radiohead approach making albums, as well as their dislike of repeating themselves on tour.
Bret Easton Ellis in conversation with Nadine O'Regan at the O'Reilly Theatre, Dublin, as part of a special International Literature Festival Dublin Off The Page event in April 2019. The Festival returns Autumn 2020. See www.ilfdublin.com for the latest news and programme info.
Irish playwright Nancy Harris joins Nadine O'Regan to talk about her life and work, including her plays The Beacon and Our New Girl, and her background, growing up as the child of two well-known journalists, Anne and Eoghan Harris, and her early move to Birmingham and then London to pursue her career. Motherhood, parenting and feminism are also discussed in the podcast -- as well as the question of whether being an artist can be incompatible with being a mother.
Former professional footballer turned sports pundit, Richie Sadlier joins Nadine O'Regan to talk about his new memoir Recovering and his life growing up in Dublin, joining Millwall, and having to deal with a turbulent aftermath when his career was cut short by injury in his 20s. Now a psychotherapist, Sadlier has fought off his own demons -- he has struggled with depression and addiction over the years, and has faced down other tough realities from his past. He talks about his experiences as well as reflecting on his recent successes -- his memoir Recovering, written with Dion Fanning, took the top sports book award at the Irish Book Awards in late 2019.
Irish-American diplomat Samantha Power joins Nadine O'Regan to talk about her celebrated career and her new memoir The Education of an Idealist, which tracks back over her time serving as US ambassador to the UN, as well as her childhood years in Dublin, her move to the States at the age of nine, her work on behalf of former US President Barack Obama, her thoughts on motherhood and feminism, her Pulitzer Prize-winning book, and her life in a Donald Trump-led United States.
Irish journalist, author, activist and podcaster Una Mullally joins Nadine O'Regan to talk about her career in journalism, as well as her origins in Dublin, her early days, her decision to leave the Catholic Church, falling in love, and how she coped when faced with a cancer diagnosis days after her 32nd birthday. They also talk about the joy and the difficulty of creating podcasts (Una's new podcast, which she co-hosts with Andrea Horan, is called United Ireland and is available on all platforms), as well as Una's appointment in 2019 as a European Young Leader.
Nadine O'Regan speaks with composer and arranger David Coulter about interpreting the classic Tom Waits album Swordfishtrombones. David will be re-imagining the 1983 opus as part of the NCH Perspective Series on Tuesday 29th November. Joining him on the night is an impressive team of musicians and special guests - LA singer and performance artist Dorian Wood, Austrian musician and producer Soap&Skin, Mercury Prize nominee Nadine Shah, acclaimed folk singer Lisa O’Neill and singer and songwriter Matthew E. White to the line-up. Here, he speaks to Nadine about first hearing the album, falling in love with Waits music, collaborating with him, and what we can expect from Swordfishtrombones: Revisited. Perspectives is sponsored by Davy as Innovation Partner and media partner The Irish Times.
Irish author Emilie Pine joins Nadine O'Regan to talk about her brilliant non-fiction book Notes to Self, which tracks back over her life, and offers her take on difficult but important subjects, including motherhood, family alcoholism and gender equality issues. Notes to Self has been published in more than a dozen countries and won several awards, including Book of the Year at the Irish Book Awards.
Nadine O'Regan speaks with Rough Trade/River Lea Records founder Geoff Travis alongside Cavan singer-songwriter Lisa O'Neill. Lisa will perform as part of the NCH Tradition Now series on Saturday 5th October as part of a lineup curated by Geoff Travis, Tim Chipping and Jeanette Lee. Also on the bill that evening are Ye Vagabonds and Brìghde Chaimbeul. Tradition Now is sponsored by Davy as Innovation Partner and media partner The Irish Times.
Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe joins Nadine O'Regan to talk about his life inside and outside politics, discussing his influences, his younger days in Dublin, his years in England, his feelings on Brexit, Ireland and modern politics, and his decision to abandon his early dreams of a life in writing to pursue a radically different type of career.
Nadine O'Regan speaks with Gavin Friday & Ute Lemper, two of the performers who will take to the stage for Change the World: Bertolt Brecht Songs & Poems for 2019
The brilliant BBC chat show host, author and broadcaster Graham Norton joins Nadine O'Regan to talk about his incredible career, his early days growing up in West Cork, his acting days, and his move into broadcasting and writing.
There’s one thing you should know about Nadine O’Regan: never interrupt her when she’s halfway deep into a new 10-minute sonic odyssey from Tool. With Dave bound for Toronto, the beloved broadcaster and journalist joins NO ENCORE to unpack a busy August week in music. Aside from chatting to Craig and Daithi, you can also catch her chatting to the infinitely less interesting likes (ahem) of Jon Ronson, Graham Norton, Tracey Thorn and Kevin Barry on her own podcast, My Roots Are Showing. But before that, let’s get musical… ACT ONE: Craig might have been at home watching Daniel O’Donnell’s bizarro Eurovision knock-off “Mary From Dungloe”, but Daithi and Nadine actually went to a festival. They discuss the good, the bad and the traffic of All Together Now. ACT TWO: We pay tribute to David Berman, one of the finest writers of songs and words you are likely to hear. The former Silver Jews frontman passed away less than a month after his glorious return to music with Purple Mountains. From there, we analyse Chance The Rapper’s reaction to The Big Day criticism, with Nadine delivering an impassioned defence of the album (she likes at least two of the 22 songs). Lightening the mood further, A$AP Rocky is a free man, Tyler can play New Zealand, Noel Gallagher’s still a quote machine and Nic Cage reveals all about that ‘Purple Rain’ karaoke. ACT THREE: Noel Gallagher also has a song out, so there’s that... Elsewhere in Songs Of The Week, Tool’s first release in 13ish years and Drake gives Jai Paul a massive payday. We knew he was good for something. ACT FOUR: If you caught our recent ‘Sounds Of The Hot Boy Summer’ episode, you’ll know how much we adore Clairo’s ‘Bags’. Does the rest of her Rostam-produced debut album live up to that greatness? Immunity is our Album Of The Week. EXIT MUSIC: Felted Fruit & Laurie Shaw – ‘Mum & Dad’s’
The talented British author, screenwriter and podcaster Jon Ronson joins Nadine O'Regan for a new episode of My Roots Are Showing, in which he talks about his life and career, as well as his many brilliant podcasts and books, which include The Butterfly Effect, So You've Been Publicly Shamed, The Psychopath Test and Them: Adventures With Extremists Jon is based in New York, so this episode was recorded in Manhattan, where Jon reflects on his New York journey, as well as his early days in Cardiff and London, his lifelong battle with anxiety, his difficulty with Twitter trolls, and his hopes for the next American president.
Irish author Kevin Barry joins Nadine O'Regan to talk about life, literature, Cork in the 1990s, the Dublin housing crisis and much more. Barry is the author of Night Boat to Tangier, which was recently longlisted for the Booker Prize. His previous novels are Beatlebone and City of Bohane, and he is also the author of a number of fine short-story collections.
NCH CEO Simon Taylor, Head of Programme Planning Gary Sheehan and Head of Learning and Participation Nigel Flegg speak with Nadine O'Regan about the NCH Programme for 2019/2020.
The bestselling author and musician Tracey Thorn joins Nadine O'Regan for My Roots are Showing to talk about her life in music, her love of "sad bangers", her new book, and her time in Everything But the Girl.
Bret Easton Ellis, best known as a fiction writer of novels including American Psycho and Less Than Zero, has just published his first non-fiction book, White. The collection of eight essays responding to contemporary culture has caused a stir due to the writer's views on US politics, the overreaction - as he sees it - of middle class liberals to the presidency of Donald Trump, the shortcomings of movements like #MeToo and the moral and intellectual failings of millennials. Easton Ellis, who says he never votes, talks to Hugh about the book and about why the election of Trump has seen politics invade his otherwise apolitical life. Bret Easton Ellis will tonight - April 25th - be in conversation with Nadine O’Regan at the O’Reilly Theatre, Belvedere College, Great Demark St at 7pm as part of the International Literature Festival, Dublin. Tickets from www.ilfdublin.com
Nadine O'Regan talks to Rose McGowan ahead of her appearance at the National Concert Hall. Actress, feminist, whistle-blower, activist and agent of change Rose McGowan talks about her early life, her career and the events that inspired her to write the ground-breaking memoir Brave. Rose and Nadine discuss the origins of the #MeToo movement; how it has served to improve conditions in the entertainment industry, and its effects on society at large.
Nadine O'Regan interviews Matt Haig ahead of his appearance at the National Concert Hall. Author of Reasons to Stay Alive and Notes on a Nervous Planet, Matt Haig is one of the UK’s leading voices on coping with depression and the impact of modern life on mental health. Primarily known as a novelist, he has collaborated with artists across the board and it was recently announced that the producers of award-winning show Fleabag are developing a comedy drama based on Reasons To Stay Alive – his best-selling book.
Nadine O’Regan interviews Catherine Mayer ahead of her appearance at the National Concert Hall. Writer, activist, speaker, consultant and the co-founder and President of the Women's Equality Party, Mayer is also the author of three books: Amortality: The Pleasures and Perils of Living Agelessly, Charles: The Heart of a King and Attack of the Fifty Foot Women: How Gender Equality Can Save the World! Catherine talks about her fascinating career, discrimination, gender representation in tech... fighting back, and much more.
Musician and writer Viv Albertine, formerly of The Slits, speaks to journalist and broadcaster Nadine O’Regan in episode 1 of the NCH’s new WORDS+IDEAS Podcast. The series takes an in-depth look at the lives and careers of some of the guests who will appear in the WORDS+IDEAS talks series hosted at the National Concert Hall. Viv Albertine comes to NCH on March 9th and 10th.
Musician and writer Viv Albertine, formerly of The Slits, speaks to journalist and broadcaster Nadine O’Regan in episode 1 of the NCH’s new WORDS+IDEAS Podcast. The series takes an in-depth look at the lives and careers of some of the guests who will appear in the WORDS+IDEAS talks series hosted at the National Concert Hall.
Acclaimed US author and musician Willy Vlautin joins Nadine O'Regan to talk about the art of novel-writing, making music with The Delines and Richmond Fontaine, and the experience of having his hit novel Lean on Pete made into a film starring Steve Buscemi and Chloe Sevigny. They also chat about his influences and inspirations, including artists such as Kate Bush, Roddy Doyle and Kamasi Washington.
On this week's episode Niamh Maher is joined by broadcaster and arts editor Nadine O'Regan. They're discussing the First Fortnight festival which aims to challenge the stigma surrounding mental health through creative arts! They're also tackling resolutions (or lack thereof) the frightening reality of being trolled and TIDYING UP! Niamh also sits down with the crazy talented Molly Sterling ahead of her headline gig at Whelan's, they're chatting about inspiration, being labelled a 'wordsmith' and 'balls to the wall' ballads!
Domhnall Gleeson and Lenny Abrahamson feature on My Roots Are Showing, to talk about their film The Little Stranger, plus my new year's resolution for 2019.
On Episode Two of My Roots Are Showing, Nadine O'Regan is joined by authors Melatu Uche Okorie and Darren McGarvey and musician Mango to talk about their backgrounds, inspirations, careers and what drives them.
We kicked out the jams at The Soundhouse as part of the Dublin Podcast Festival with our fourth live show. Since it was our second time at the DPF we decided to go twice as big and have two guests. Niamh Farrell of Ham Sandwich told us all about her childhood love of Take That and Mark Owen and then Nadine O'Regan of the Sunday Business Post told us about being a teenage grunge fan in West Cork. We had lots of fun and we can't thank Nadine and Niamh enough for being fabulous guests. You can find Nadine O'Regan on twitter @nadineoregan and her podcast My Roots Are Showing is on Soundcloud. Niamh Farrell is @niamhsandwich on twitter and Ham Sandwich's excellent albums are available where all excellent albums are available. Alan is @alan_maguire, Ellen is @incogellen, Sarah is @griffski. Sarah's book Spare and Found Parts is out now and her second book Other Words For Smoke is out soon. Juvenalia is on all of the social medias, if you search for Juvenalia, you'll find us. Thank you to everybody at The Soundhouse, HeadStuff, and Aiken for making this episode happen Juvenalia original artwork by Dee McDonnell This episode was produced and edited by Brian + Alan
In the second episode of the series, Jarlath is joined on stage at Electric Picnic by Mark O'Halloran, Sinead O'Carroll and Nadine O'Regan to debate whether men's attitudes have changed in Ireland in the last year and what the place of forgiveness is in the Me Too movement. The panel call into question when Al Porter should get to come back (40:00), the true outcome of the rugby rape trial (20:00) and whether or not women share just as much as men do in their own 'locker-room talk' (29:00). From the questioning of whether or not men are now being more cautious rather than respectful (11:00) to why 'being woke' is a bullshit term (13:00), the horrifying groping culture which is as prevalent as ever (17:00) and much much more, this conversation is yet another vital conversation in the series. Disclaimer: All materials contained within this podcast are copyright protected. Third party reuse and/or quotation in whole or in part is prohibited unless direct credit and/or hyperlink to the Irishman Abroad podcast is clearly and accurately provided.
When you get offered an interview with Shirley Manson of Garbage, do you know what you do? You jump at it. Not just because the band are so acclaimed and successful, though they are (they've sold millions of albums) or because they're kicking off a new tour with their Electric Picnic date this Sunday. No, it's because Shirley Manson has long been an inspiration to a whole generation of indie kids -- and particularly girls. She does her own thing and she's been doing her own thing since the 1990s, and ruling over all. In this podcast, My Roots Are Showing, Shirley chats to me about her musical loves and we talk about her life, from her early days right up to 2018 and her Electric Picnic plans. I hope you enjoy listening! Let me know what you think by going to twitter.com/nadineoregan or posting a comment here. xx
The seventh media-friendly Off Message podcast - Off Message #50 overall...hurrah! - is with Nadine O'Regan, Books and Arts Editor and current (no relation) Off Message columnist with the Sunday Business Post. During our chat, Nadine discussed how it felt to recently have her long-running Today FM show, Songs In The Key Of Life, rather unceremoniously dropped by the station; her own not insignificant role in the globally successful West Cork podcast; growing up in a household steeped in print journalism; her own very peculiar roundabout route into the business, and much more.
Is there for a future for the critics? That was the topic for discussion at one of the Banters in Dublin Castle as part of the recent nationwide Criunniu Na Casca event. Cristín Leach (art critic, Sunday Times Ireland), Ian Maleney (writer and critic for The Wire, The Quietus, The Irish Times and Fallow Media), Graham McLaren (director of the Abbey Theatre) and Nadine O’Regan (arts editor, Sunday Business Post) joined us to talk about the role of the critic in 2017, to assess their importance at a time when everyone’s a critic and to muse if arts and culture organisations will miss the critic when he or she leaves their free seat for the last time.
Inside Books is a fortnightly programme presented by Breda Brown. This episode features an interview with author Catherine Ryan Howard. Nadine O'Regan and Bert Wright talk about interviewing authors at book festivals.
Here’s our first broadcast from 2015’s visit to Other Voices and Dingle, Co Kerry. We were joined by the fire in Foxy John’s by Nadine O’Regan from the Sunday Business Post and TXFM to review the year in the arts. From Adele and Anne Enright to Waking the Feminists and what’s in store in Twenty Sixteen, it’s all here with plenty of diversions, musings and a few suitable quips.