In this week’s episode of Getting to Know You, hosts Chris Hitchcock and Tony Maycock sit down with the multi-talented entertainer Aonghus McAnally for a warm and wide-ranging conversation about life, family, and a career that has spanned music, television, radio, and theatre. Inspired by This Is Your Life and Desert Island Discs, Chris and Tony explore the man behind the many roles — from Aonghus’s early days growing up in a family of performers to his decades entertaining audiences across Ireland. With trademark humour and charm, Aonghus reflects on the highlights, challenges, and lessons learned along the way.

Listeners will enjoy an hour of laughter, nostalgia, and insight as Aonghus shares his favourite pieces of music, books, films, and sporting memories — offering a heartfelt and entertaining glimpse into the life of one of Ireland’s most beloved performers.

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In this episode of Getting to Know You, hosts Chris Hitchcock and Tony Maycock welcome the legendary Irish musician Brush Shiels for an hour of conversation, music, and memories. Inspired by classic programmes like This Is Your Life and Desert Island Discs, Chris and Tony explore the man behind the music — tracing Brush’s remarkable journey from his early days with Skid Row to his enduring presence on Ireland’s music scene.

With humour, honesty, and plenty of great stories, Brush reflects on his life in rock ’n’ roll, his passion for performance, and the people and moments that have shaped his journey. Along the way, he shares his favourite songs, films, books, and sporting memories, offering listeners an intimate and entertaining portrait of one of Ireland’s most charismatic performers.

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In this episode of Getting to Know You, hosts Chris Hitchcock and Tony Maycock are joined by the legendary BP Fallon — DJ, writer, musician, and all-round rock ’n’ roll icon — for an hour of stories, music, and memories. Taking inspiration from This Is Your Life and Desert Island Discs, Chris and Tony delve into BP’s extraordinary journey through the world of music and media — from his early days on Irish radio to working with some of the biggest names in rock history.

BP shares fascinating insights into life on the road, the friendships that defined eras, and the music, books, films, and sporting moments that have inspired him over the years. With his trademark wit and charm, BP offers a candid and entertaining glimpse behind the public persona, in a warm and nostalgic conversation not to be missed.

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In this episode of Getting to Know You, hosts Chris Hitchcock and Tony Maycock welcome former Governor of Mountjoy Prison and respected social commentator John Lonergan for a deeply insightful and thought-provoking conversation. Drawing inspiration from This Is Your Life and Desert Island Discs, Chris and Tony explore the man behind the public role — uncovering John’s reflections on leadership, justice, compassion, and the human stories that have shaped his outlook on life.

With warmth and honesty, John shares his journey from growing up in rural Tipperary to his years of service in Ireland’s prison system, along with the music, books, films, and sporting moments that have inspired him along the way. This is an hour of wisdom, humour, and heart — a truly memorable listen.

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In this week’s episode of Getting to Know You, hosts Chris Hitchcock and Tony Maycock are joined by businesswoman, hotelier, and social entrepreneur Sammy Leslie for a fascinating and heartfelt conversation. Inspired by the classic formats of This Is Your Life and Desert Island Discs, this episode delves into Sammy’s remarkable story — from her family’s stewardship of Castle Leslie Estate to her deep commitment to community, heritage, and sustainability.

Listeners are treated to a warm and engaging chat as Sammy reflects on her personal journey, the challenges of running one of Ireland’s most iconic estates, and the music, books, films, and sporting moments that have shaped her life. It’s an inspiring hour of storytelling, nostalgia, and genuine insight into the woman behind the success.

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In this episode of Getting to Know You, hosts Chris Hitchcock and Tony Maycock sit down with acclaimed Irish actress, model, and presenter Vivienne Connolly for an engaging and revealing conversation. Taking inspiration from beloved programmes such as This Is Your Life and Desert Island Discs, Chris and Tony explore Vivienne’s journey from the world of fashion to the stage and screen, uncovering the experiences that shaped her both personally and professionally.

Listeners will enjoy a warm and insightful chat as Vivienne reflects on her career highlights, her love of the arts, and the music, books, films, and sporting memories that have inspired her along the way. It’s a charming, nostalgic look at a life lived in the public eye — told with humour, honesty, and heart.

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In this week’s episode of Getting to Know You, hosts Chris Hitchcock and Tony Maycock welcome internationally acclaimed soprano Celine Byrne for a captivating and heartfelt conversation. Inspired by classic programmes such as This Is Your Life and Desert Island Discs, this episode takes listeners beyond the stage lights to discover the woman behind the voice.

Celine reflects on her journey from Kildare to the world’s great opera houses, the challenges and triumphs of her remarkable career, and the personal moments that have shaped her along the way. As always, Chris and Tony invite their guest to share her favourite music, books, films, and sporting memories — offering a warm, nostalgic, and intimate portrait of a life dedicated to art, passion, and perseverance.

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In this week’s episode of Getting to Know You, hosts Chris Hitchcock and Tony Maycock sit down with bestselling author, psychologist, and motivational speaker Donna Kennedy for an inspiring and deeply personal conversation. Taking cues from the timeless formats of This Is Your Life and Desert Island Discs, Chris and Tony uncover the woman behind the public image — exploring Donna’s life journey, her passion for helping others reach their potential, and the moments that have shaped her both personally and professionally.

Donna also shares her favourite pieces of music, films, books, and sporting memories, painting a vivid picture of her influences and inspirations. It’s an uplifting and thought-provoking hour filled with warmth, humour, and honest reflection — a perfect listen for anyone interested in life stories, resilience, and personal growth.

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