Playback

A compilation of the best of the week from RTE's audio services, presented by Philip Boucher-Hayes.

The sea rescue that captured the imagination of the nation...the closure of a much-loved rural pub...and a lesson in how to pronounce the name of Joe Biden's running mate....presented by Fiona Kelly

This week on Playback. We do a deep dive into the treasure beneath our feet – the bog. We exchange vows in a forest to celebrate love in the time of Covid. And we remember the late John Hume. All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.

This week on Playback. Questions, clip boards, and airports – we unpack the pandemic unemployment payment travel saga. Might bats provide us with the key to fighting Covid 19? We join the vaccine hunters. And it’s ladies choice on the dance floor for John Bowman. All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.

This week on Playback. Drivetime is examining the fine print of the Green List. Liveline is smuggling dogs into hotels. And as for Beo ar Éigean – they just want to go home. All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.

This week on Playback. Liveline puts the Céad Míle Fáilte on hold for foreign tourists. We remember footballing legend Jack Charlton. And Arena gets up close and personal with some smelly hippies. All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.

This week on Playback. We discover which comets are cute and which are a disaster. As Donald Trump’s disgruntled niece spills the family secrets and the race for the White House hots up, we look at the rise and rise of political anger. And we remember composer Ennio Morricone. All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.

This week on Playback. Up, up and away – or not – we assess the risks of air travel. We explore the gender politics involved in feathering a sparrow’s nest. And Joe Duffy goes toe to toe on those coins. All on Playback with Sinéad Mooney.

This week on Playback. We learn about biting bees and the buzz of a restaurant kitchen. We get an insight into how TikTok is changing the music industry. And returning to the skies - we hear the pros and cons of airtravel. All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.

This week on Playback. We get an insight into high fashion snubs on the red carpet. David Gray’s dad cosies up to David Bowie. And disposable, medical grade and fabric – we do a deep dive into the world of face masks. All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.