Northern Ireland First Minister Michelle O’Neill, comedian Deirdre O’Kane, presenter Baz Ashmawy, impressionist Mario Rosenstock, and singer-songwriter Muireann Bradley are set to join host Patrick Kielty on RTÉ One’s The Late Late Show this Friday at 9.35pm.
The Late Late Show Lineup At A Glance
- Political Focus: Northern Ireland First Minister Michelle O’Neill discusses recent tensions surrounding the Orange Order parade in Drumcree and prospects for a united Ireland.
- Entertainment & Tours: Deirdre O’Kane talks about her upcoming nationwide stand-up show, All The Rage, while Baz Ashmawy previews the return of DIY SOS: The Big Build Ireland.
- Memoirs & Music: Mario Rosenstock celebrates his new book, Gift Grub and Me, and Donegal folk artist Muireann Bradley performs live.
Michelle O’Neill Addresses Northern Ireland Tensions In Studio
Northern Ireland First Minister Michelle O’Neill joins host Patrick Kielty in studio to address the political climate following recent tensions surrounding the dispute over the Orange Order parade in Drumcree. O’Neill will discuss the ongoing stand-off on the Garvaghy Road and examine the wider impact of the dispute. Her conversation with Kielty will also explore what the current political situation means for the ongoing debate around a united Ireland.
Deirdre O’Kane And Baz Ashmawy Headline Entertainment Features
Comedian Deirdre O’Kane visits the couch ahead of embarking on a nationwide tour for her new stand-up show, All The Rage. The Louth native shares stories about tracing her family ancestry, reflects on unforgettable mishaps from her boarding school days, and reveals why weddings can often prove memorable for all the wrong reasons. Meanwhile, presenter Baz Ashmawy returns to television discussions as DIY SOS: The Big Build Ireland comes back to screens. Ashmawy shares stories from the Irish communities that built homes for four deserving families, while also opening up about family life, embracing his role as a grandad, and the joy his growing family has brought him.
| Guest | Primary Project or Topic | Key Discussion Areas |
|---|---|---|
| Michelle O’Neill | Northern Ireland Politics | Drumcree parade dispute, Garvaghy Road stand-off, united Ireland debate |
| Deirdre O’Kane | All The Rage Tour | Family ancestry, boarding school mishaps, wedding stories |
| Baz Ashmawy | DIY SOS: The Big Build Ireland | Community housing builds, grandad life, family updates |
| Mario Rosenstock | Gift Grub and Me Memoir | Classic impressions, character origins, behind-the-scenes sketches |
| Muireann Bradley | Live Music Performance | Blues and folk repertoire |
Mario Rosenstock Celebrates His Memoir with Muireann Bradley
Comedy impressionist and broadcaster Mario Rosenstock joins Kielty to celebrate the release of his memoir, Gift Grub and Me. Rosenstock revisits some of his best-loved characters and impressions while sharing behind-the-scenes stories from Gift Grub sketches. Providing the musical accompaniment for the evening, Donegal singer-songwriter Muireann Bradley performs in studio. Bradley has been described by Rolling Stone magazine as a “torch bearer for the future of blues and folk”.
The Late Late Show airs this Friday at 9.35pm on RTÉ One and the RTÉ Player.
