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Ep.14: An Apple A Day
From crying animals to creepy graffiti, a tonne of craic this week; on the TV front Trish gives us a little Emmys recap, some of Marie’s aforementioned faves even made the cut! We’ve hedged our bets on the next EGOT and reveal some gluten free gems.
We’re looking for the Ireland’s Next Top Lighthouse Lover - we also uncover a groundbreaking hangover cure. Viral BBQ guys and double denim moments a’plenty and the world's first activist billionaire to actually walk the talk, all on this week’s pod; full show-notes below;
TV Guide
Emmy Winners we rate: Succession (Now TV) Ted Lasso (Apple TV) White Lotus (Now TV)
We mention Emily in Paris Season 3 coming soon - we both loved the first two.
Creepy mystery thriller called ‘I Came By’ starring Hugh Bonneville on Netflix.
Five Days at Memorial (Apple TV) a medical drama set at a New Orleans hospital during Hurricane Katrina.
World Wide Web
Trish found the amazing songbird, Dimash Kudaibergen - ‘the best singer in the world’ - a songwriter and multi-instrumentalist with the most versatile range….ever! - listen here
@OnlySlaggin on TikTok - prepare to drool at this viral NI BBQ and steak enthusiast.
PLT’s controversial Queen Elizabeth RIP Edit, read more here
Honourable mention to @thatswatson ‘s reaction to the iconic B*witched C’est La Vie video, watch here.
Recommendations
Trish reckons Lifeline Hangover Defense which works to avoid potential hangovers. Buy here.
Fanad Lighthouse, Donegal - well worth a visit according to Trish. (Tours and accommodation available, more info here)
Marie recommends Ristorante Gluten Free Mozzarella pizzas (have found in Tesco)
Katsu Chicken Curry Salad - available in the lunch section in M&S
Biz Chat
Hills Menswear (make sure you find the right one, lol) sustainable menswear brand by a Donegal brand, shop here.
We discuss billionaire founder of the outdoor fashion brand Patagonia giving away his entire company to a charitable trust, read more here.
Record, cassette and cd sale in the LK Community Centre on the 25th of September, more info - here.
Please connect and continue the craic over on our Instagram @nothercraic_pod
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