Documentary On One - Rté Documentaries

Irish road bowling is an ancient sport. It's centered in Ireland - in Co Armagh and Co Cork. The game is played by throwing an 800 gram bowl or "bullet" along a country road course, up to 4 km long, and the fewest throws wins the contest. (First Broadcast 1975)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Irish whiskey was one of the earliest distilled alcohol drinks in Europe, arising around the 12th century. Irish whiskey comes in several forms; grain, blended, single malt, pure pot still. An investigation just what it takes to make whiskey of the highest standard, and what it is that makes the Irish so famous at this craft. (First Broadcast 1979)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The story of migrant workers from North Mayo and their travel to Scotland to pick potatoes during the 20th century. We hear about the history and tragic deaths of some of the immigrants. It had been prophesised that the first and last trains to Achill would carry the bodies of dead people. (First Broadcast 2005)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Highlights from John Skehan’s journey across America. This documentary includes: the assimilation of Irish in the US, Young Indian on Indian rights, White view of Indians situation, Ecology and tourism, Mid west mining town of Hill City, Mount Rushmore ceremony, Wyoming policeman and a cowboy on his work. (First Broadcast 1976)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aodan O Dubhghaill presents some of the social issues addressed by the legendary Co. Kildare singer songwriter Christy Moore in his songs. This documentary touches on issues covered by Christy - anything from Knock Airport to soccer to travellers. (First Broadcast 1996)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charged with minding our seas, our coastline and much else besides, this documentary tells the story of the Irish Naval service. Barraí Mecall explores the history of the military service and important figures from the Navy (First Broadcast 1980)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The pipe has played a huge role in traditional Irish music for centuries and still does to this day. In this documentary we meet both Irish pipe players and pipe makers. They talk to us about their music and of course their love of piping and traditional Irish music. Produced by Proinsias O Conluain. (First Broadcast 1978)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A documentary on the inner city Dublin street, Francis St and the Iveagh Market. Francis St is in the heart of Dublin. We hear the stories from life in the old days, the Iveagh Market and its stalls and the effects of depopulation on the environment and the social lives of residents. (Broadcast 1985)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sir Walter Raleigh's is revered as the man who brought the potato to Ireland from South America. In this documentary John Skehan looks at the importance of the potato in Ireland, as well as the history and sociological impact of the potato in Ireland. (First Broadcast 1984)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The world of romance, relationships and dating is forever evolving. Long before the days of the internet, this documentary looks at the trend of computer dating in 1970’s Ireland. Speaking to members of the universal and computer bureaus in Dublin. A story of love and technology!(First Broadcast 1978)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Matt Talbot Bridge is a road bridge spanning the River Liffey in Dublin city centre. It links Custom House Quay on the north bank of the river to City Quay on the south bank, and was completed in 1978. This is the story of that bridge. Produced and presented by Proinsias O Conluain. (First Broadcast 1978)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The story of three female candidates of Dublin Central in the run up for the General Election of 2007.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 12th of December 1955, the opera house in Cork was destroyed by fire. The destruction of the Old Opera house affected the people on an emotional level. The burning is equivocated in the minds of Cork people with that of the assassination of John F Kennedy - everyone remembers where they were on that wet and stormy winter's night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1962, a teenage singer called Little Eva was plucked from obscurity and shot to stardom with her number one smash hit, "The Locomotion". She enjoyed relative success with her next single but struggled to re-create the popularity of her original hit. After the dizzy heights of fame, how did Eva adjust to life out of the spotlight?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two short documentaries. In ‘Break a Nail’, Camilla Duncan is a Westmeath grandmother who drives a bulldozer for her living. In ‘Jumping for Tanzania’, the Co. Meath Kells Heritage Buckleppin' Competition took place to raise money for the Makiumiu Hospital in Tanzania, Africa. (First Broadcast 2004)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Skerries 100 is organised by The Loughshinny Motor Cycle Supporters Club in Skerries Co. Dublin. The sport is dangerous and exciting for its participants. We wish offer our condolences to the family and friends of Freddie Russell, Travelling Marshall, who died following an incident at this year's races. (First Broadcast 2004)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To mark the 60th anniversary of the D-Day landings. Derek Davis visits the Normandy Beaches where the largest amphibious invasion in military history was held on June 6th 1944. Paratroopers & glider troops were already on the ground behind enemy lines, Davis hears from Irish-men who fought and killed with Allies in Normandy. (2004)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A look at the life and works of essayist William Hazlitt, the 18th century English writer best known for his humanist essays. Willett spent much of his childhood in Ireland. In particular we look at his most celebrated essay, 'The Fight' (2003)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tallymen have a passion for politics and most would have been canvassing in the run-up to this election. But today, the Tallymen are centre stage, it is all about compiling the data to make early predictions. This election is hard to call with Sinn Féin tipped to win and Fianna Fáil doing badly in the polls. Can they handle the pressure? (2002)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A treasure of recordings found in producer, Bill Meek's attic. Untouched for over three decades, they tell the story of the Civil Rights Movement in America's Deep South. Journeying from heartland of bluegrass to the heart of the blues to find out more about the injustices and brutality that people suffered as they fought for equal rights.(2001)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.