Kate Brayden

Dublin, Ireland

🇮🇪🏳️‍⚧️ 🖋️Pen person: RTÉ, Irish Indo, DIY, Line of Best Fit, Irish Examiner, Irish Times, Culture Trip, Other Voices, etc ([email protected])

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Articles

Why turning 30 isn't a deadline - it's a launchpad for new joys

3 weeks ago | rte.ie | Kate Brayden

A milestone birthday should be the spark for exploring new hobbies, conquering fears, and joining some of Ireland's most welcoming social circles instead of panicking over a number, writes Kate Brayden. For some, turning 30 instills a sense of panic or introspection around the current state of your life. Especially women, for obvious societal reasons. For me, the only sense of fear I felt was in relation to things I promised myself I’d try in my twenties that I had yet to start.
Malicious compliance: How these employees got payback at work

1 month ago | rte.ie | Kate Brayden

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I tried Botox to treat my migraines, here's how it went

1 month ago | rte.ie | Kate Brayden

The west of Ireland has a unique connection to Botox as a major global producer of the drug, but the substance, primarily known for banishing wrinkles, isn't solely utilised for cosmetic purposes. Its use as a medical treatment is now widely accepted. When Kate Brayden’s migraines worsened two years ago, she knew that it was time to go under the needle.
Podcaster Úna Harty on exploring what Irishness means in 2025

Mar 14, 2025 | rte.ie | Kate Brayden

‘What does it mean to be Irish?’With St Patrick’s Day around the corner, it's a conundrum that could lead us down an oft-treaded path: how do you take your chicken fillet roll? Guinness or Beamish? Barry’s or Lyon's? How To Be Irish podcast and its host, Úna Harty, points a wider lens on the question rather than embracing stereotypes.
St Brigid's Day: 8 things to do this bank holiday weekend

Jan 28, 2025 | rte.ie | Kate Brayden

St Brigid's Day in Ireland seems to be growing in stature by the year (not least since the public were given an extra Bank Holiday for the much-loved patron saint). 2025’s programme of events around the country looks even more eclectic than ever. It features walking tours spinning a yarn about vital women in history, Brigid’s cross-making workshops, panel discussions, film screenings and musical performances.
Tired of scrolling? Here's 6 ways to reconnect with the world

Jan 15, 2025 | rte.ie | Kate Brayden

Each year we tell ourselves to download one of the hundreds of 'screen time reduction apps', but sometimes it takes more than that to kick such a tough habit. We live in a world where our phones are both our lifeline and most obvious source of distraction. Notifications, endless scrolling, and an ever-expanding array of apps can leave us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from the real world. The good news?
Why I wouldn't commit to my new partner until our first fight

Oct 28, 2024 | rte.ie | Kate Brayden

Disagreements can strengthen relationships, but how do we navigate the fear of your inevitable first fight? Kate Brayden writes about her own process of settling into a new relationship after experiencing a difficult past relationship. ‘First fight flutters’ might not be a familiar phrase for most, but those of us who have experienced toxic or turbulent relationships are likely aware of the feeling. The first argument I can recall with a boyfriend involved jealousy.
Gurriers: “The debut album is a statement of intent – we’re not fucking around”

Aug 21, 2024 | nme.com | Kate Brayden

Gurriers are huddled into a corner of Dublin pub The Lord Edward, reflecting on their first ever show. It’s been four years since their inception and riotous debut gig at Dublin venue Workman’s, but the band have steadily built a devoted following – even prompting an email from Michael D. Higgins, President of Ireland. “I assumed the email was fake,” bassist Charlie McCarthy laughs, though the 83-year-old politician is known for supporting the arts.
Jorja Smith at All Together Now: ‘It’s my first time in Waterford ... and this feels like I’m at a party’

Aug 2, 2024 | irishtimes.com | Kate Brayden

Jorja SmithAll Together Now★★★★☆Having exploded into the mainstream at just 21 years old with the release of 2018 debut album Lost & Found, Jorja Smith was forced to grow up fast in a notoriously tough business. Catapulted to fame with a Grammy nominated, deeply personal record; Smith moved to London and later collaborated with music heavyweights like Drake and Burna Boy.
James Vincent McMorrow at All Together Now: The Dublin artist’s falsetto vocals and guitar-led tracks deliver a powerful performance

Aug 2, 2024 | irishtimes.com | Kate Brayden

James Vincent McMorrowAll Together Now★★★★☆“Thank you very much, this is beautiful,” Irish musician James Vincent McMorrow smiles at the All Together Now crowd; growing steadily as the sun sets on the Main Stage. Curraghmore Estate is glowing in a ray of light peeking through the black clouds, which produced a torrent of showers earlier in the evening.