John Creedon In conversation with Des Lally

Broadcaster, writer and storyteller John Creedon is one of Ireland’s best-loved media personalities. John joined RTÉ Radio 1 in 1987 and has since become a familiar voice on the airwaves. His nightly programme, The John Creedon Show, is a firm favourite with music lovers across the country.

A multi-award-winning broadcaster, John has also brought his warmth and wit to television, presenting live concerts and popular travel series including Creedon’s Wild Atlantic Way, and Creedon’s Atlas of Ireland.

As an author, John has also found great success. His books That Place We Call Home, A Treasury of Irish Folklore (named Best Irish Published Book of the Year 2022), and most recently This Boy’s Heart, a bestselling childhood memoir shortlisted for the 2024 An Post Book Awards, have cemented his place as a gifted chronicler of Irish life.