Bob Vylan
A week ago, millions of us across the nation were glued to one of our most beloved annual traditions, the Late Late Toy Show.
And once again, it delivered, with children melting our hearts, a buoyant Patrick Kielty at the helm, and big-name drop-ins from Lewis Capaldi, Roy Keane and CMAT.
But a week is a long time in RTÉ politics. The festive glow in Montrose can fade fast, and this week the broadcaster has found itself navigating a fresh set of challenges, both internal and external.
UK punk-rap duo Bob Vylan have begun defamation proceedings against RTÉ over the broadcaster’s coverage of the band’s controversial Glastonbury appearance.
Meanwhile, senior RTÉ executives were back before the Oireachtas Media Committee this week facing renewed scrutiny as new details emerged about the broadcaster’s financial savings plan.
So, what kind of Christmas is RTÉ in for? And will 2026 bring with it a prosperous new year?
On today’s Indo Daily, Tessa Fleming is joined by Irish Independent political journalist Tabitha Monahan, and by Irish Independent features journalist Dave Hanratty, to examine RTÉ’s roadmap to sustainability and success.