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Saturday with John Toal Episodes

  1. 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.

  2. 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

  3. 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

  4. 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

  5. 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.

  6. 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

  7. 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

  8. 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

  9. 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

  10. 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

  11. 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

  12. 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

  13. 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

  14. 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

  15. 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

  16. Raspberry and white chocolate roulade sponge

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

  17. 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

  18. 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.

  19. 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

  20. Old Friends: Lemoncello's Laura & Claire tell John about recording their debut album & meeting at university

    Singles released so far include Old Friend & Harsh Truths

  21. Octochamp: John meets an eight-time Countdown champion, Mark Finnerty from Newry

    Mark & John face off with a special conundrum teaser

  22. Not much kissing after Handrolled oricchette pasta with wild garlic pesto and crispy bacon

    Handrolled oricchette pasta with wild garlic pesto and crispy bacon

  23. Niall McNamee: John chats to Irish singer-songwriter and actor Niall McNamee ahead of the release of his new album

    Niall has acted with Pierce Brosnan, fought Jackie Chan & starred in Love Without Walls

  24. Nearest to Heaven: John catches up with 87-year-old Kathleen Nicholl who recently climbed Croagh Patrick.

    After a night out with family, Kathleen decided to take on the 2,500ft climb.

  25. Musical Chills: John explores the effect music can have on us with Professor Milton Mermikides

    Professor Mermikides is delivering a series of lectures on music through Gresham College

  26. Music in the Mournes: John meets the Dungannon Silver Band as they prepare to perform at the top of Slieve Donard

    John speaks to three members with 141 years of bandplaying experience between them.

  27. Much Ado About Dying: John chats to film maker Simon Chambers

    Simon explains the story of caring for his flamboyant, elderly uncle.

  28. Most Days: John speaks to rapper Malaki about new music, sampling Van Morrison & the "irony of feeling lonely"

    Malaki plays the Limelight in Belfast on 2nd December

  29. Mincemeat Shortcake

    Mincemeat Shortcake and Hot Buttered Rum

  30. Masters Athletics: Medal winner Earl Taylor tells Claire Graham about staying competitive at the age of 76

    Earl has just returned from European Masters Athletic Championships in Italy

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