Documentary On One - Rté Documentaries

In 1945, women laundry workers went on strike for a second week's holiday. The strike removed over 1,500 workers from 13 weeks of work, and affected 14 laundries in Dublin city. This documentary tells of a historic conflict over workers' rights. (First Broadcast 1995)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

‘’Mary X’’, an intellectually handicapped mother of nine, spent most of her life on the streets. Instead of receiving the one-on-one care that she needed, Mary fell through the cracks in the system and her children were put into care. (First Published 2008)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For some there's no greater high than a horse winning or a late goal or a royal flush in poker. But this is more than a thrill; it's a bet, the kind of high you get addicted to. Gambling can become an addiction and this documentary examines the social effects of gambling, addictions and rehabilitation. (First Broadcast 1975)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1975 Kieran Sheedy and Dick Warner headed off to discover the sport of coarse fishing. For those not in the know coarse fishing is river or freshwater fishing for species such as pike, bream and perch to mention a few. After that, it's a baiting and waiting game. (First Broadcast 1975)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This award winning documentary tells the story of a sister and family who grow up with an intellectually disabled brother. This is an intimate and beautiful window into one families love for each other. (First Broadcast 1996)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1980, Ashford, Co. Wicklow became a popular destination for writers from all over the world. They arrived to nestle into their beautiful surroundings. But why? This documentary tells of the draw to "the Valley" for these writers (First Broadcast 1980)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last Christmas Eve Santa Claus was delivering presents around the world. Blitzen got badly injured after a rough landing in Scotland. Luckily the other reindeer made sure Santa made it to Ireland. Unsure if Blitzen could return to The North Pole. Santa asked the Mulready family in Wexford if they could nurse Blitzen back to full health (2018)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With over 110 million sheep, Australia is one of the most sheep-populated countries in the world. But what is life like carrying out the biggest job in the sheep calendar? Here, sheep shearers are given a voice (First Broadcast 1997See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.