Category: Culture + Entertainment
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Unforgetting Odetta
In 1961 Dr Martin Luther King, Jr called her the “queen of American folk music” – 60 years later it’s time to recognise Odetta for the cultural icon she is
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Podge Henry: Bedroom banter in the age of virality
Podgecast host and social-media personality Podge Henry sits down with The City for a chat about mental health, the pandemic and his podcast
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Alfonso Films is the all-female production company that’s smashing the glass ceiling
Irish women are making waves in the domestic and international film industry, and the success of women on both sides of the camera is no small feat. Liam Daly talks to Alfonso films about the growing numbers of Irish female filmmakers
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The Dark Side of the Moon: 48 years on
As Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon celebrates its 48th year, David Doyle reflects on how the album has become one of the most culturally significant pieces in music history
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Five swaps you can make for a more eco-friendly Valentine’s Day
Saoirse Schad gives tips on how you can be more environmentally conscious while still spoiling that special someone with sustainable Valentine’s Day treats
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Immaterial Girl: How SOPHIE expanded the horizons of pop music
Speaking with Irish artists and SOPHIE devotees Dark Mavis and Fomorian Vein, Jake Hurley reflects on the producer’s legacy as both a sonic innovator and a queer icon
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The rise of the “BoPo” movement on Instagram
Loving your appearance can be hard. It often seems like everywhere we look, we’re being told we’re not good enough. Not thin enough, not pretty enough, not curvy enough. Niamh Talbot discusses how these tides are beginning to change, starting with social media.…
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Remembering pints past with Old Dublin Pubs
Facebook Group Old Dublin Pubs is a place to share nostalgic memories of wet pubs that are long-gone. Rebecca Daly spoke to members of the group to find out what the group offers and why it is so relevant today. The 15th of…
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Bram Stoker Fest will scare you through your screen this Halloween
Spooky Season is upon us, but it’s lockdown… there’s nothing to do right? WRONG! Bram Stoker fest is offering up deadly thrills for those brave enough this Halloween weekend. Megan O’Brien chatted to the directors of the festival about what’s in store this…
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Artist Showcase: Banríon
This week’s Artist Showcase will take a look at the work of Banríon, a Dublin based indie-rock band. Eric Ryan spoke to members of the band to find out more about the creation of their debut project Airport Dads and their plans for…
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