Shivi Ramoutar and Jimmy Doherty’s Farmhouse Morning Meal
Sunday, UTV, 8.25am
Uplift your spirits after a late Saturday night watching Glasto, as Shivi Ramoutar and Jimmy Doherty are set to whip up a hearty breakfast down at Doherty’s farmland in Suffolk. This fresh series about food, nature, arts and crafts will see the hosts rustling up delectable dishes in the open-air kitchen, starting with Ramoutar’s signature breakfast burritos, sure to heat up your Sunday mornings. It’s an all-inclusive television show, with celebrity guests and a peek into country living and local wildlife. They’ll also concoct exotic beverages like peach sangria to jumpstart your day.
Unravelling Witch Trials with Suranne Jones
Sunday, Channel 4, 9pm
What led to the accusation of over 200 individuals of witchcraft in 17th century Massachusetts? Moreover, how did Donald Trump appropriate the phrase “witch hunt” to pose himself as a sufferer? In the second installment of this duo-logue, Suranne Jones proceeds with her analysis of historic witch trials. She inspects the influence of fear and male-dominated suspicion on contemporary women’s rights. The program ventures into Salem, Massachusetts, the hub of the most infamous witch hunt in U.S. history, emphasizing the role of religious fanaticism in causing this incident of collective delusion.
A Closer Look at Britain’s Shattered Economy with Reports from Tim Harford
Monday, Channel 4, 9pm
Whereas, in 2010, Ireland was swimming in a sea of financial hardship, Tim Harford, a Financial Times columnist, argues that it’s now the UK landing in the soup. The European Commission, Europen Central Bank and IMF, the so-called Troika, were Ireland’s rescue team in 2010. However, such help is sadly absent for the UK. Amid a general election on Thursday, Harford delves into the series of events leading to Britain’s economic fragility, tracing back from post-crisis austerity measures to Brexit, and addressing Liz Truss’s crisis-causing budget that threatened the Bank of England’s stability.
Tennis Deities
Monday, RTÉ2, 10.35pm
The renowned Wimbledon tournament commences today, hosting the prime tennis players of the current era. It provides an opportunity to witness the upcoming stars of tennis, while also reminiscing about past tennis legends who played pivotal roles in shaping the present game. The inaugural match transports us back to 1975, where Billie Jean King and Arthur Ashe were aiming for Wimbledon titles. The two however, had other significant objectives; King was campaigning for equal prize money for women, and Ashe was working towards racial equality in the sport.
“Borgen: Power & Glory”, airs this Tuesday on TG4 at 10.30 PM. The series features Sidse Babett Knudsen in the role of Birgitte Nyborg, an ex-Prime Minister of Denmark who is currently serving as the Minister of Foreign Affairs. This Danish political drama, much acclaimed for its compelling narrative, revolves around Nyborg’s struggles with managing the repercussions of an oil discovery in Greenland in the fourth series. Remaining true to her climate manifesto, she has to ensure that the discovered oil does not harm the environment while also dealing with criticisms regarding her fluctuating stance. Additionally, she now has to deal with the Chinese showing interest in the high-stakes affair which pushes her to send her envoy back to Greenland for negotiations.
“Crossfire”, a thrilling three-part series, originally aired on BBC in 2022, will broadcast this Tuesday on RTÉ1 at 10:35 PM. The storyline revolves around a UK family vacationing in Spain who are embroiled in a terrorist attack at their hotel. Despite the critical critique, Keeley Hawes shone in her role as ex-police officer Jo Cross, who finds her marriage collapsing but is forced to tap into her bravery and skill to protect her family. In the second episode, Jo, along with the hotel’s security manager, Mateo, attempts to get as many guests evacuated before the police arrive. However, her worries amplify when she discovers the deceased body of her lover and fears that the terrorists might try to cause maximum casualties before their capture.
“Battle of the Bagpipes” will be aired this Wednesday on Sky Arts & Now at 9 PM.
Beware of the noise – this could be seriously deafening. This incisive three-part series provides a comprehensive look into the challenging and relentless sphere of piping. It uncovers the meticulous, military-style preparation exerted by pipe bands and solo players as they strive to outperform their competitors with their piping expertise. The series trails the pipers as they fiercely compete to earn the opportunity to play in front of the king and observes military and civilian pipe bands as they gear up for the most intense piping competition on the globe, the World Pipe Band Championships in Glasgow.
Harry Wild
RTÉ1, Wednesday, 9:35 pm
The second season of the comedic crime drama stars Jane Seymour as a former English professor who has become a private investigator in Dublin. In the upcoming episode, she and partner Fergus have their hands full with their investigation into a murder that occurred at a hen party. The victim was the bride’s matron of honour, and it seems everyone present at the party disliked her. However, the bride is adamant to proceed with the wedding and hires Harry and Fergus to ensure she ties the knot without any disruptions.
George Clarke’s Remarkable Renovations
RTÉ2, Thursday, 8 pm
Meet Paul, a pig farmer, and his wife, Imogen, who have recently purchased a cluster of dilapidated properties in Framlingham, Suffolk. Their recent investments include a pub, a butcher’s shop, a bakery, and a slaughterhouse. However, they are in dire need of architect George Clarke’s expertise to breathe new life into these commercial properties.
Britain Decides with The Rest Is Politics and Gogglebox
Channel 4, Thursday, 9:45 pm
British election day promises to provide countless hours of amusement as viewers anticipate a potentially triumphant sweep into 10 Downing Street by Labour leader Keir Starmer. Meanwhile, the Conservatives are expected to face defeat. The Rest Is Politics team will provide commentary on the election results alongside analysis from Krishnan Guru-Murthy and Emily Maitlis, with added perspectives from Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart. However, the Gogglebox stars’ insights are what viewers are truly looking forward to.
Brats
Available from Friday on Disney+
We cherish the memories of the beloved Brat Pack films from the 80s – such as St Elmo’s Fire, Pretty in Pink, and The Breakfast Club. But have you ever wondered how the stars of the renowned Brat Pack – including names like Molly Ringwald, Judd Hirsch, Rob Lowe, Ally Sheedy, Demi Moore, and Emilio Estevez – remember their golden years in Hollywood? This documentary, navigated by Andrew McCarthy, himself a former member of the Brat Pack, brings reunites the members to reminisce about those glory days and reflect on how the movies resonated with the adolescent turmoil of that era. The documentary also examines their experience with sudden and immense fame, and you might be surprised to learn that not all of them were comfortable with the ‘Brat Pack’ label.
The Last Leg: Election Special
This Friday on Channel 4, 10pm
With the election over, it’s time to sift through the echoes of the event, including the aftermath of heated discussions, finger-pointing, and blame games. As the election dust settles, it’s time for our comedians to take the stage and mine the situation for comedic gems. This Last Leg special, hosted by Adam Hills, Josh Widdecombe, and Alex Brooker, will include a variety of celebrity guests, comedians and politicians live in-studio.