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EPISODE · May 1, 2026 · 12 MIN

Ailish McCarthy - The comedian who took on the Arts Council

from Oliver Callan · host RTÉ Radio 1

Oliver meets funny woman Ailish McCarthy who took on the Arts Council to get funding for comedians and for the state to recognise comedy as an Art Form.

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Oliver meets funny woman Ailish McCarthy who took on the Arts Council to get funding for comedians and for the state to recognise comedy as an Art Form.

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Oliver meets funny woman Ailish McCarthy who took on the Arts Council to get funding for comedians and for the state to recognise comedy as an Art Form.

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