Áine O'Boyle

Journalist

DCU graduate and freelance journalist reporting on arts and culture

Bingeworthy - the best TV shows of 2020

While this year has kept us inside more than ever, it has also provided the ideal opportunity to catch up on all of the great television series that have been released.

Culture • 08 Jan 21

A Ghost in the Throat - author Doireann Ní Ghríofa

Christmas last minute gifts - the best of Irish literature 2020

When it comes to Christmas presents, books make the ideal stocking filler. RTÉ Culture have compiled a comprehensive list of the best Irish books released this year to gift your loved ones, from memoirs to thrillers, non-fiction and short stories

Books • 23 Dec 20

Hillbillies and murder mysteries - this week's cultural picks

What to watch, listen to and read this week, brought to you by RTÉ Culture....

Cultural picks • 26 Nov 20

'Tis the season! What's new on Netflix this December

In the blink of an eye, the Christmas season is upon us and 2020 draws to a close. While this year has been full of highs and lows, Netflix are finishing it out with a bang with several stellar new releases

Arts and Culture • 30 Nov 20

JYellowL, The Stinging Fly & more - this week's cultural picks

What to watch, listen to and read this week, brought to you by RTÉ Culture...

Arts and Culture • 20 Nov 20

Totally sound - the best Irish music of 2020

This year has certainly been a challenging time for many artists. With the possibility of live gigs out of the question, artists were forced to get creative when it came to furthering their musical careers and they have not disappointed.

Music • 19 Nov 20

Ross O'Carroll Kelly in the National Library of Ireland reading room

Ross O'Carroll Kelly immortalised in National Library collection

The National Library of Ireland has acquired a collection of artwork associated with the satirical fictional character of Ross O'Carroll Kelly, a creation of the Irish journalist and writer, Paul Howard.

Books • 17 Nov 20

Kieran Kennedy pictured with his wife, Maria Doyle Kennedy

Kieran Kennedy's music production tips

While life has slowed down considerably with coronavirus restrictions, they have provided the perfect opportunity for people to follow creative pursuits may have been put on the backburner

Music • 30 Nov 20

French cinema, disco & God - this week's cultural musts

What to watch, listen to and read this week, brought to you by RTÉ Culture....

Arts and Culture • 12 Nov 20

The Crown must always win - what's streaming this month

If you are looking for something to keep you occupied throughout Level 5 restrictions, here are some of the biggest new releases across streaming platforms for the month, brought to you by RTÉ Culture.

Streaming • 09 Nov 20