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Saturday with John Toal Episodes

  1. John Toal

    John Toal with great music and conversation.

  2. YOPD: "Trying to be a daddy and having Parkinson's is really, really tough."

    John speaks to friends Michael & Kieran who live with Young-onset Parkinson's Disease

  3. Women in Rome: John speaks to author Dr. Emma Southon about her new book A History of the Roman Empire in 21 Women

    Dr Southon explores Roman history through the overlooked stories of remarkable women

  4. Wild Ireland: John visits the Bearman of Buncrana

    Killian McLaughlin shares his passion for animals and nature through Wild Ireland

  5. Whatever You Want: Richie Malone on being named after Rick Parfitt, almost giving up music & touring with Status Quo

    Status Quo begin a summer tour in Belfast on 29th May

  6. Welcome To Leisureland: John chats to enigmatic musician Wreckless Eric about his latest album, Leisureland

    Best known for the song Whole Wide World, Wreckless Eric has just released a new album

  7. Vapour Waves: John learns how old vape batteries are being used to power musical instruments

    Barry, Saul & Alex are powering synths with old batteries to cut waste

  8. Understudy: John Toal chats to musician Ferna

    Ferna plays a live track & discusses her latest album, Understudy.

  9. Tour de France: Darren Rafferty from Coalisland on his hopes of joining the famous peloton & almost becoming an accountant

    Darren rode the Criterium du Dauphine & is the current Irish national road race champion

  10. Timeless & Genreless: Cymande bassist Steve Scipio speaks to John about the release of a film on the legendary band's career

    Getting It Back: The Story of Cymande is out now

  11. The Return of the 19th Street Band

    The 19th St Band are back in studio ahead of a run of gigs across Ireland

  12. The Long & The Short Of It: Tim McGarry & Dr David Hume tell John about the return of the hit series.

    Following on from its success on radio, the award-winning series makes its TV debut.

  13. The Girl With The Harp: Niamh Noade performs live in studio

    Niamh shares a spectacular version of What Was I Made For by Billie Eilish

  14. The Feminist Dress: John meets women from one family where ten brides have worn the same wedding dress

    The dress was made and first worn by Sheila O'Reilly from Killeshandra in Co.Cavan

  15. Taking The Risk: Hilary Bradt tells John about travelling the world, sleeping on roofs & writing it all down

    Hilary recently released a memoir, Taking The Risk: My Adventures in Travel & Publishing

  16. Supernatural: Teenage guitar hero Zac Mac tells John about recording his debut album & designing his signature guitar.

    Zac released his debut album, Supernatural, with a gig in Belfast.

  17. Smell-O-Vision: John speaks to director Michael McNulty about his new detective mystery thriller

    Audiences can sniff along with the clues thanks to a special aroma card

  18. Slow Running: Martinus Evans tells John how he became a marathon runner, despite initially not knowing how far he'd have to run

    Martinus decided to start running after being told by doctors to lose weight

  19. Shells From All Over The World: Clare Sands performs live in studio, with help from some homemade percussion inspired by travel

    Clare chats to John about travel, swimming and plans to record a new album

  20. Shakespeare...He Was An Awful Eejit: John speaks to comedian, playwright & presenter Martin Beanz Warde

    Martin's debut play, The Dead House, ran successfully at the Dublin Theatre Festival

  21. Sew Ready: John joins some young sewing experts in Lisburn & tries his hand at making a cushion

    Sarah Hoppe at Sew Ready helps inspire children to have a go at sewing

  22. Secret Rooms: John speaks to Johnstown Castle manager Brenda Comerford after the discovery of a hidden room

    It's not the first time a secret room has been found at the castle in Wexford

  23. Saving Music: Members of the Oriel Traditional Music Archive explain how anyone can help recording tunes before they're lost

    John chats to Josephine Dunbar, Cathal O'Baoill and Ois铆n McCann

  24. Rugby player Amelia McFarland tells John about returning to the field after treatment for breast cancer

    Amelia plays rugby for Blackrock College & manages wedding venue, Dunmore Gardens

  25. Rhys McClenaghan: John meets the champion athlete preparing for the Paris Olympics at his new hometown gym

    Rhys tells John about inspiring young athletes & planning for the Paris 2024 Olympics

  26. Real to Reel: John explores the story of Garech Browne & Claddagh Records with author James Morrissey

    Claddagh Records was home to artists like The Chieftains, Se谩n 脫 Riada & Dolly McMahon

  27. Raspberry and white chocolate roulade sponge

    Roulade sponge with a white chocolate and sprinkle over the top.

  28. Pumpkin and Cheese Scone with Candied Onion and Chive Sour Cream, Crispy Salami

    Pumpkin and cheese scone with candied onion and chive sour cream, crispy salami

  29. Original Voice Notes: Did your family send audio recordings on cassettes to relatives who emigrated?

    Film maker Austin Kenny wants to track down any cassettes with messages on them.

  30. Open Water: Swimmer Jessika is preparing to take on one of the sport's toughest challenges

    Jessika Hobson is in training to swim the North Channel from Donaghadee to Portpatrick

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