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Saturday with John Toal

Artist Brian Willis, Crufts Judge & The Trial of John Mitchel's Statue

Duration: 1 hour, 52 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio FoyleLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio Ulster

Available for 7 months

Artist, set designer and former broadcaster, Brian Willis welcomes John to his home and shares his extraordinary life and the release of his sixth book at the age of 87.

Kate McCartney has just been named the first-ever female UK Crufts chief obedience steward, and she brings some special guests along with her to teach John a thing or two about manners.

As part of the Newry Arts Festival, the Courthouse hosts a play with a difference. The Trial of John Mitchel's Statue reassess the legacy of John Mitchel through the Court of History. Will his reputation remain intact? That’s for the audience to decide.

Uplifting music from Karl McGuckin and Malachi Kush ahead of show at Clonard Monestary and Paula cooks grilled lamb chops with hot pot potatoes, purple sprouting broccoli and anchovy dressing. Show less

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