The RTÉ Player team share their top picks to watch on RTÉ Player this week.
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In August 2016 Gary and Paul O’Donovan, two young rowers from West Cork, came from nowhere to become household names after bolting their way to silver medal success at the Rio Olympics. With catch phrases like ‘Pull Like A Dog’ and ‘Schteak and Spuds’, the first ever Irish rowers to bring home Olympic medals have succeeded in warming the hearts of a nation. This special one-hour documentary follows the O’Donovan brothers as they return to their parish of Lisheen and Skibbereen rowing club in the aftermath of their success. We spend time in their home, on the beautiful river Ilen and inside their small club, which this year became the most successful club in Irish rowing history. While getting to know Paul and Gary we get a glimpse inside this minority sport and an understanding as to what it takes to achieve such success on water. We also get to meet their wonder coach Dominic Casey, their father Teddy, who coached them during their early years and their mother Trish who also became a household name during the Olympics. From the team behind recent sports documentaries ‘Rough Rider’ and ‘Hidden Impact – Rugby & Concussion’ we get a unique glimpse inside the world of the O’Donovan brothers, two inspiring young athletes who have changed the way we look at this minority sport. Watch now on RTÉ Player.
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Mrs. Browns Boys: Mammy’s Forest
Once again the most popular festive programme on Irish television this year, Agnes Brown’s Christmas Special is one not to be missed. Agnes is refusing to buy a Christmas tree after many hassles in the past but with Grandad's health a worry for everyone, is there something else missing this Christmas apart from just the tree? If you were too busy rummaging in the tin of Roses on Christmas Day. Make sure and check out Mrs. Brown’s Boys: Mammy’s Forest on RTÉ Player.
What not to miss?
This January not only marks what would have been David Bowie's 70th birthday but also the first anniversary of his death. In David Bowie: 5 Years, we gain access to a wealth of rare, unseen, personal archive footage portraying one of rock’s most influential stars. One of the most innovative and original performers of the 20th century, discover David Bowie’s unique personal stash of costumes, set designs, lyrics and memorabilia across five years of his extensive career. Watch now of RTÉ Player
What’s coming up?
As we approach the eagerly anticipated tenth series of Operation Transformation due to air on RTÉ One in early January 2017, we take a look back at previous leaders from the very first series of the programme through to 2014, discovering whether they have managed to maintain their slimline silhouettes in 7 Years and Counting. Watch the full boxset of Operation Transformation Series 9 and get yourself prepped to join the new leaders with Operation Transformation Extras. With a host of workouts with fitness guru, Karl Henry and a selection of healthy recipes, there are no excuses! Start your New Year, New You plan now with RTÉ Player!
