The Ryan Tubridy Show Thursday 18 February 2016
Twin Studies
Are you a non-identical twin? Dr. Aifric O'Sullivan was on to us about a study she is involved with in UCD. They need 4 more sets of twins to finish it out. If you fit the bill, you can get in contact with them through their website: Twin Study
Big Brothers Big Sisters Programme
Kevin and Daniel joined Ryan this morning to talk about the Foróige Big Brother Big Sister programme where volunteers are asked to offer their ‘little brother or sister’ a helping hand through the minefield of adolescence and give them someone to chat and look up to.Their website is: foroige.ie
Pictured: Kevin, Ryan and Daniel
History Holidays
Ryan mentioned his interest in History Holidays, and we got lots of texts in from some listeners who have been on some - Aine who went to Robin Island in South Africa, Anne who visited the Killing Fields in Cambodia, and Helen who spoke about her trip to Auschwitz in 2011.
Music Played on the Show
Dedicated Follower Of Fashion
The Kinks
2:58
Clap Both My Hands
Brian Deady
3:46
Secret_Tubridy
Delorentos
3:41
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Programme Highlights
Armando Iannucci
Armando Iannucci is the man behind 'The Thick Of It', 'Veep' and 'The Death Of Stalin'. His new film is an adaptation of the novel 'David Copperfield' and Armando spoke to Ryan about bringing his typically comedy chops to a Charles Dickens' classic.
Losing My Religion
Kamila Dydyna is a Polish actress and filmmaker. She joined Ryan in studio to talk about losing her religion and finding a new identity in Ireland.
Chris Hadfield
Commander Chris Hadfield was the first Canadian to walk in space. He's a former Air Force fighter pilot and has undertaken three space shuttle missions. He joined Ryan in studio to talk about his fascinating life and career.
Presenter: Ryan Tubridy