What to Watch This Week: From Trad Music to Midlife Mayhem
If you’re wondering what’s worth watching this week, there’s plenty of fresh TV to dive into – from Dublin’s musical soul to celebrity cook-offs and surreal Caribbean mind games. Whether you're in the mood for a moving documentary, chaotic comedy, or a cultural deep dive, this week’s guide offers something for every screen mood.
First up, North Circular is being aired Wednesday on RTÉ One at 9.35pm, and it’s shaping up to be the emotional centerpiece of the week. Filmmaker Luke McManus takes us on a black-and-white journey down Dublin’s North Circular Road, blending folk music with stories of local lives and historical echoes. The documentary isn’t just about the street – it’s about the people, the culture, and the ongoing fight to protect traditions, like the beloved Cobblestone pub, from modern development. With performances by Lisa O’Neill and Gemma Dunleavy, this isn’t just TV; it’s a time capsule.
Switching gears, Cooking with the Stars returns Sunday on UTV at 7pm, offering a lighter, more flamboyant vibe. Celebs like Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and Jack Osbourne are paired with pro chefs to prevent culinary disasters. As always, presenters Emma Willis and Tom Allen keep the tone playful and a little chaotic – expect both edible genius and total kitchen carnage.
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Traditional Irish music fans should tune in to Fleadh25 Sunday night on TG4 at 9.30pm. The build-up to the Fleadh Cheoil in Wexford is in full swing, and viewers get to see the top talent from provincial finals in Cork, Ballinasloe, Drogheda, and Warrenpoint – all competing for a chance to shine on the biggest trad stage in the world.
There’s also something for nature lovers: Parenthood , narrated by David Attenborough, airs Sunday at 7.20pm on BBC One. The new series looks at how animals around the globe raise their young, often with more patience and bravery than most humans can manage. The footage took over two years to film, and some of the behaviors caught on camera have never been seen before.
If you prefer a bit of fictional dysfunction, Platonic drops its new season August 6th on Apple TV+. Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne return as two middle-aged best friends who are not in a relationship but may as well be. Their offbeat, chaotic friendship is back for another round of emotional messes and hilarious disasters.
So whether it’s heartfelt folk tunes, sizzling celebrity cook-offs, family survival in the wild, or dark comedy about midlife friendships, the week’s TV has something to keep just about anyone entertained.
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