Seal le Dáithí - Episode Guide

Dáithí Ó Sé is joined by Cormac Ó hEadhra. Cormac is one of the country's finest national radio broadcasters, both in English and in Irish. A Conamara man originally, a fluent French speaker, a graduate of finance, computing and enterprise, and a qualified barrister. Cormac has presented The Late Debate for RTÉ Radio One and Cormac@5 on RTÉ's Raidió na Gaeltachta for years. He can now be heard on RTÉ Radio One's Drivetime with fellow Galwegian co-host Sarah McInerney

Aoife Ní Bhriain

Episode: 7x02 | Airdate: Oct 3, 2024

Dáithí Ó Sé talks to Aoife Ní Bhriain, recognised as one of the most versatile musicians of her generation. With a rich musical heritage and classical training, she has collaborated with a diverse array of artists

Brendan Ó Dufaigh

Episode: 7x03 | Airdate: Oct 10, 2024

Dáithí Ó Sé talks to Brendan Ó Dufaigh, who has been associated with the Irish language for many years. He has been working at the Summer College in Rann na Feirste for 40 years, where he is now headmaster. He regularly wrote articles in the Irish Press, Evening Press and Sunday Press. Brendan has published a book on the life and death of his son, Ógie, who died in a road accident in 2021.

Eve Belle Murtagh

Episode: 7x04 | Airdate: Oct 17, 2024

Dáithí Ó Sé talks to Eve Belle Murtagh. Eve Belle was born in Dublin, but grew up in Gaoth Dobhair. She has always been interested in music and started playing guitar and writing songs at the age of nine. She started performing on stage in Leo's Tavern when she was 15, encouraged and supported by Moya Brennan and Dónall Mac Ruairí. Eve Belle has performed on the main stage of Electric Picnic as part of the Irish Women in Harmony group, as well as supporting internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter, Hozier.

Áine Ní Bhreisleáin

Episode: 7x05 | Airdate: Oct 24, 2024

Dáithí Ó Sé will be chatting to Áine Ní Breisleáin on the show. Áine is a TV, radio and podcast presenter from Donegal. She worked in the TG4 newsroom and for Raidió na Gaeltachta where she presented her own show from 2015 - 2024. Áine makes up one third of the Beo Ar Éigean podcast.

Seathrún Sardina

Episode: 7x06 | Airdate: Nov 7, 2024

Seathrún Sardina is from San Diego, where he was born and raised. It was there he started learning Irish. He is currently attending Trinity College, completing his PhD in computer science while writing his thesis in both English and Irish.

Daire Ó hUallacháin

Episode: 7x07 | Airdate: Nov 14, 2024

Dáithí will be chatting to Daire Ó hUallacháin on the show. Daire is a Senior Research Officer with Teagasc with over 15 year's research experience in agri-environment. Daire hopes to continue his research in all things water going forward.

Síle Ní Bhaoill

Episode: 7x08 | Airdate: Nov 21, 2024

Dáithí will be chatting to Síle Ní Bhaoill on this show. Síle started working as a sound engineer with RTÉ in 1980, she was the only female sound engineer in the country at a time when women were not very welcome in the workplace.

Seán Óg Ó hAilpín

Episode: 7x09 | Airdate: Nov 28, 2024

Dáithí Ó Sé will be chatting to Seán Óg Ó hAilpín on the show. Seán Óg is an iconic figure in Irish sports. Born in Sydney to an Irish father and a Fijian mother, Seán Óg's multicultural background set him apart in the world of the GAA.

Episode 10

Episode: 7x10 | Airdate: Dec 5, 2024

Rónán Ó Dálaigh

Episode: 7x11 | Airdate: Dec 12, 2024

Dáithí Ó Sé will be chatting to Rónán Ó Dálaigh on the show. Rónán is known for his innovative work in community development and social enterprise. He has always been deeply connected to his Irish heritage and culture.

Grett O'Connor

Episode: 7x12 | Airdate: Dec 19, 2024

Dáithí Ó Sé will be chatting to Grett O'Connor on the show. Grett is a television producer, presenter, and communications consultant as well as a TV and radio journalist with TG4 and RTÉ.

Louise Cantillon

Episode: 7x13 | Airdate: Jan 9, 2025

Dáithí Ó Sé will be chatting with Louise Cantillon on the show. Louise is a vibrant and dynamic Irish broadcaster, presenter, known for her work across television and radio.

Padraig Jack

Episode: 7x14 | Airdate: Jan 16, 2025

Dáithí Ó Sé will be chatting to Padraig Jack on the show. Padraig Jack is a talented Irish singer-songwriter and musician, celebrated for his unique blend of folk, pop, and traditional Irish music.

Julie Goo

Episode: 7x15 | Airdate: Jan 23, 2025

Dáithí Ó Sé talks to gifted Irish writer, poet, and performer Julie Goo, known for her powerful and evocative work that explores themes of identity, language and social justice.

Dónal Ó hAiniféin

Episode: 7x16 | Airdate: Jan 30, 2025

Dáithí Ó Sé talks to prominent Irish educator and advocate for the Irish language Dónal Ó hAiniféin. As a principal and an influential voice in the field of education, Ó hAiniféin has made significant contributions to the development of Irish-language education, helping to shape the future of Gaelscoileanna across the country

Diandra Ní Bhuachall

Episode: 7x17 | Airdate: Feb 6, 2025

Dáithí Ó Sé will be chatting with Diandra Ní Bhuachalla on the show. Diandra is an advocate for sustainable development and youth inclusion. Diandra is currently serving as the SDGs Campaign Officer for Coalition 2030. Her work is focused on areas such as climate justice, future generations, and peace and security.

Liam Mac Amhlaigh

Episode: 7x18 | Airdate: Feb 13, 2025

Dáithí Ó Sé will be chatting with Liam Mac Amhlaigh on the show. Liam is a distinguished scholar of contemporary literature and lexicography, currently serving as a faculty member at Maynooth University. Known for his deep expertise in modern Irish literature, linguistics, and lexicographical studies, Mac Amhlaigh has made significant contributions to the understanding and preservation of the Irish language and its literary heritage.

Niamh Ní Dhrisceoil

Episode: 7x19 | Airdate: Feb 20, 2025

Dáithí Ó Sé will be chatting with Niamh Ní Dhrisceoil on the show. Niamh is Ireland's first female ferry skipper. Growing up on Ceann Cléire Niamh was immersed in the unique culture and natural beauty of the island.

Macdara Ó Faoláin

Episode: 7x20 | Airdate: Feb 27, 2025

Dáithí Ó Sé will be chatting with Macdara Ó Faoláin on the show. Macdara is a musician and luthier from An Rinn, County Waterford, he crafts beautiful bouzoukis and mandolins from his studio at An Seanphobal. He is a founding member of the band Nuadán with his brothers Cárthach and Pax and recently completed an honours degree at the Cork School of Music.