Sinann Fetherston

2 weeks ago | rte.ie | Sinann Fetherston

Hailing from Co Mayo, Dr Norah Patten is set to become one of the country's greatest ambassadors on the world stage (and beyond). An award-winning author, trained aeronautical engineer, education advocate, and former Late Late Toy Show surprise star, Dr Patten will soon add one more incredibly impressive string to her bow: In 2026, she will become the first Irish person in space.

2 weeks ago | rte.ie | Sinann Fetherston

Sínann Fetherston speaks with comedian Taylor Tomlinson about her Save Me Tour, and how therapy has helped her turn personal trauma into comedy gold. "I had a lot of religious trauma to work through because of the way I grew up," Taylor Tomlinson tells me, speaking over Zoom from her New York home.

2 weeks ago | rte.ie | Sinann Fetherston

From sunset kayaking in Kerry to a Pride pub quiz in Dublin, there's something for everyone to enjoy this Pride month in Ireland. Salon Rógaire: Bród, DublinThis bimonthly, Gaeilge-centric literary salon is hosting a special Pride event on 12 June. Taking place in The Winding Stair Bookshop, Bród: Queer Dublin will feature a literary lineup of certified movers and shakers. Tickets cost €11.70, with all profits on the evening going to the Trans Equality Network Ireland. This is a BYOB event.

3 weeks ago | rte.ie | Sinann Fetherston

As an ambassador for SuperValu's The Difference is Real campaign, Sarah Butler spoke to RTÉ Lifestyle to shine a light on the value of home cooking and finding the right recipes for your family. One of six children, and hailing from a long line of butchers, Sarah Butler says she had a childhood filled with delicious food. "I always loved to cook," she told RTÉ Lifestyle. "My parents were both very good cooks and bakers.

3 weeks ago | rte.ie | Sinann Fetherston

NCAD and Brown Thomas Arnotts marked 10 years of collaboration for the ‘Designer to Watch’ Bursary Award last week, naming fashion design student Clodagh Leavy as this year’s winner. Hailing from Co. Meath, Clodagh, a final-year fashion design student at the National College of Art and Design, won the coveted title thanks to her colourful collection of clothing, Anna’s Studio.