Documentary On One - Rté Documentaries

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Synopsis

Multi award winning documentaries from Ireland. With over 1,500 documentaries on offer, the Documentary On One has the largest archive of documentaries available globally. These productions are radio stories about real life and contain documentaries dating as far back as 1954, right up to the present day. A wealth of life, ideas and experiences are on offer - but most importantly - stories. Winner of over 150 national and international awards since 2008, why not immerse yourself in a world of sound, story and character.

Episodes

  • DocArchive (1988): Sheriff Street Flat Complex

    15/05/1988 Duration: 40min

    In the shadow of the multi-million Custom House Dock's scheme, the people of Sheriff Street wonder if this development will provide much-needed employment to the area, which has fallen into serious decline through the closure of local factories, but many locals are sceptical about the promises for a brighter future. (1988)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DocArchive (1987): The Story Fatima

    24/10/1987 Duration: 49min

    The miracle of Fatima began in May 1917 when three children tending their sheep claimed to have been visited by the Virgin Mary. She reappeared to them over the next 6 months, her final visit became known as The Miracle of the Sun. 70yrs on this documentary looks at the Cult of Our Lady of Fatima and the people who make this pilgrimage each year?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DocArchive (1987): Wilkinson on Broadway

    05/09/1987 Duration: 46min

    Irish tenor and actor, Colm Wilkinson, best known for originating the role of Jean Valjean in Les Misérables in the West End and Broadway talks about his life in musical theatre and preparing to leave this iconic character behind as he moves on to new productions. (1987)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DocArchive (1987): Woman at the Window

    08/08/1987 Duration: 42min

    Mary Leadbeater's letters tell the stories of real people from the village of Ballitore at the beginning of the 19th Century. Giving us an insight into the life of a remarkable woman, who wrote constantly about the people she met and the events that were unfolding at this time, including witnessing first-hand the horrors of the 1798 rebellion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DocArchive (1966): Hidden Manna

    22/08/1986 Duration: 43min

    Contemplative monks from the Roman Catholic Church and the Church of England speak about life behind the walls of the monastery and challenge common misconceptions about their vocation. What are the mysteries behind this life a prayer, and what is the point of the contemplative life? (1966)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DocArchive(1986): Afternoon Tea at the Athenaeum

    29/05/1986 Duration: 44min

    Andy O'Mahony joins Dr. A. L. Rowse for afternoon tea at the Athenaeum in London on November 14th 1985. The many topics up for discussion include the left-wing politics of the Oxford scene in the 1920s and 30s, Rowse's admiration for Margaret Thatcher and his modernisation of Shakespeare's plays. (1986)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DocArchive (1986): Green Water Ribbon

    02/04/1986 Duration: 44min

    Ireland is the perfect place to sail around, the course retains a magic all of its own for most sailors. However, when the ingredients include a modern ocean racing catamaran, extreme weather from gale to calm, and a diverse crew attempting to break the all-time around Ireland record - the outcome is captivating. Will they succeed? (1986)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DocArchive(1985): View from the Thames

    12/12/1985 Duration: 45min

    A journey through the boroughs of London city meeting Irish people who left their home to seek fortune in this bright and fast-moving metropolitan. London offers many young Irish a life of opportunity and adventure. But, at this time of year, the city can be a lonely place for those who cannot make it back home for Christmas. (1985)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DocArchive (1985): Mulligan

    02/10/1985 Duration: 46min

    Mulligan was an Irish record company in the 70s and 80s with a catalogue ranging from traditional to contemporary. However, it was far from a typical 9 to 5 office. This collective had an idealistic approach and was perhaps ahead of it's timeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DocArchive (1985): With Pen and Paper

    01/08/1985 Duration: 44min

    A profile of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies which was established in 1940 by the then Taoiseach, Éamon de Valera. We look at how DIAS became a world leader in advanced research and Celtic Studies. (1985)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DocArchive(1985) Save the last dance for me

    09/05/1985 Duration: 45min

    Ballroom dancing enjoyed a revival during the 1980s in dancehalls all over the country, especially in the west. People flocked to their local community halls to listen to music which brought back memories of youth and past romances. Might they find new love on the dancefloor?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DocArchive (1985): Best Team In The World

    21/01/1985 Duration: 40min

    For over four decades, TEAM Educational Theatre Company was one of Ireland's longest established theatres in Ireland. It earned national acclaim working within the primary and post-primary system, and on it's tenth anniversary we hear from students who have been part of this programme from Dublin to Donegal. (1985)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DocArchive (1985): East Germany Today

    03/01/1985 Duration: 43min

    This 1985 documentary provides an insight into the former East German state, hearing from families and their opinions on a wide range of topics from housing and transport needs to holidays, education, entertainment and religion. The programme was first broadcast in May 1985, compiled and presented by Brendan O’Heithir and produced by Micheal HolmesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DocArchive (1983): A Town No God Could Please

    16/10/1983 Duration: 43min

    This is a history of Belfast, from its beginnings as a river-crossing, through its centuries of radical politics and commercial enterprise to the nightmare of the Troubles. Based on the book "“Belfast – An Illustrated History” by Jonathan Bardon (1983).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DocArchive (1982): Families for Children Fostering

    06/11/1982 Duration: 37min

    Ireland has a long tradition of fostering in Ireland. Families have always taken care of the young and vulnerable but many opt to foster children for long periods of time. An insight into fostering, social work and children in foster care in 1982See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DocArchive (1982): The Long Wait

    04/10/1982 Duration: 38min

    Kidnapping has had a devastating effect on families in Ireland for decades. This documentary looks at cases of men and women in Northern Ireland and in the South, who have gone missing. Often the mystery remains unsolved and families have to deal with the aftermath. (First Broadcast 1982)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DocArchive (1982): Boy from Bruree

    23/08/1982 Duration: 43min

    This documentary on the young De Valera and his limerick background is based on Donnagha O’Dulaing’s series ’A Boy from Bruree’. Presenter Donncha O’Dulaing speaks about how the recording came to be. From his early childhood through to primary school and secondary school, Dev talks fondly of these times in Bruree County Limerick.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DocArchive (1981): Three Wishes of John Bradburne

    12/09/1981 Duration: 39min

    Three wishes in the life of John Bradburne. A mystic, pilgrim, and poet he joined the war in 1939 looking for adventure but instead, he found religion. He converted to Catholicism and began his pilgrim across the world. His last journey was to a leper colony in Zimbabwe where he fell victim to its civil war. Did he get his last wish? (1981)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DocArchive (1981): Social Partners in Europe

    25/06/1981 Duration: 39min

    Our Documentary archive from 1981 looks at the EEC's Economic and Social Committee, the organisation known before the European Union was formed. We hear from diplomats and politicians in Europe about the structure and issues of such an organisation, as Ireland was a relatively new member and many felt it could do more for Ireland at home. (1981)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • DocArchive (1951): Wexford Scrapbook

    13/06/1981 Duration: 29min

    Take a step back to the 1950's and ramble through the narrow streets of Wexford town where its rich and vibrant history can be stumbled upon at every turn. Over the centuries, the people of this medieval town have borne witness to some of the worst massacres in Irish history, famous rebellions, and foreign invasions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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