Postcards from Northern Ireland

Episode 6: Bronagh Gallagher

In the sixth episode, we hear from Bronagh Gallagher, the Derry~Londonderry star of films such as The Commitments and Pulp Fiction, as well as most recently in Netflix's How To Get To Heaven From Belfast. Bronagh recalls how trips to Belfast in her youth sparked her love of music, with visits to venues including the Mandela Hall and the Belfast Empire Music Hall.

Hear more about her time well spent in the Good Vibrations record shop, why her hometown holds a special place in her heart, and find out about some of her must-visit places. She also shares stories of spending time in Portrush and Portstewart where her father and grandfather worked making chips and ice-creams, while Bronagh also reveals that she wants to hit the road to explore Strangford Lough.

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Episode 5: Rachel Tucker

In the fifth episode, we hear from star of stage and screen, Rachel Tucker, who famously played Elphaba in West End and Broadway productions of Wicked. Rachel recalls how childhood family trips to Ballycastle sent her on the path to stardom and why she feels it is so important to enjoy nostalgic breaks in Northern Ireland with her family. Find out why performing at Belfast’s Grand Opera House ranks amongst the highlights of her career and why the OM Dark Sky Park & Observatory in County Tyrone is on her bucket list.

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Episode 4: Iain Ross

In the fourth episode, we hear from The Great British Bake Off star Iain Ross, who left an impression on millions of fans with his Northern Ireland-inspired bakes. Iain reflects on why Glenariff Forest Park is so special to him, his time spent exploring County Fermanagh with his family and unveils his Ulster American Folk Park showstopper. Discover the Downhill Beach itinerary he shared with GBBO hosts Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding, and why he loves W5 Late.

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Episode 3: Diona Doherty

In the third episode, we hear from Derry~Londonderry born comedian, actress and writer Diona Doherty, who is known for her sharp, candid humour and her presence on numerous TV and radio shows. Diona reflects on exploring the beauty of Benone Beach and Portrush during her childhood, paints a colourful picture of “the most magical time” spent picking apples in a County Armagh orchard, and how the Walled City is transformed for Derry Halloween celebrations. Hear her favourite stories of visits to Newcastle, Ulster American Folk Park and Ulster Museum with her young family, and why the Marble Arch Caves is top of her list of places to explore next.

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Episode 2: Nathan Anthony, Bored Of Lunch

In this episode, Ralph chats with Nathan Anthony, the creator behind the wildly popular social media sensation Bored of Lunch. Be captivated by Northern Ireland as Nathan shares stories about family holidays to Portrush, eating fish and chips on the beach and visiting the Marble Arch Caves in County Fermanagh. You will hear how Northern Ireland is on the world stage for food and hospitality, and his top tips on markets to visit, restaurants and eateries to try.

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Episode 1: Colin Davidson

The first episode opens with a compelling conversation with world-renowned artist, Colin Davidson, who shares about his family holidays on the Causeway Coast, midnight kayaking trips on Strangford Lough and explains why the Walled City is firmly on his bucket list for spring. He recommends boating on Fermanagh’s Lough Erne, walking the North Down Coastal Path and immersing in the beauty of the Ards Peninsula.

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