Dear Sir,
Some time ago, the RTÉ television series The Great Lighthouses of Ireland was broadcast, providing an utter delight. The series explored some of the globe’s most scenic topography, personal histories of solitude, turning points in conflicts, and the monumental task of constructing edifices able to withstand harsh environments. I have viewed it multiple times and gifted the hardbound book that accompanied it to my expatriate Irish friends.
On a lighter note, I have a secret fondness for the Australian reality show Nothing to Declare, which focuses on customs control officers. Having resided there for several years, I enjoy hearing the accent once more, and I am continually amazed by the lack of scepticism demonstrated by government employees. I often find myself switching to it during the football halftime and then losing track of the match. This diversion stems from the peculiar organisms or gastronomic creations that officers uncover in luggage, typically exhibiting impassive practicality in the face of the most absurd situations.
Recently, I learned that the government is planning to recruit a team of seasoned sailors to assist customs in patrolling our coastlines. This ignites a tantalising prospect: merging these two concepts could create a captivating reality show with significant international appeal. I wouldn’t be astonished if such a series generates revenue comparable to that of the service itself.
BRIAN O’BRIEN,
In related news, Armie Hammer has returned to the spotlight as a celebrity podcast presenter. As Halloween approaches, we revisit cinema’s top 13 jump scares. The primary message of Doctor Odyssey is just envision Pacey from Dawson’s Creek comforting you, whispering that everything will be alright. In sports, Conor Niland’s The Racket has been nominated for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year.
From Kinsale,
Co Cork.