Talk show host, Vincent Browne is to be replaced by seven Irish journalists over the summer when he takes a break from his presenting duties. Sarah Carey, Kevin Myers, Sam Smyth, Eoghan Harris, Claire Byrne, Ger Colleran and Ivan Yates will all sit in the host’s chair in the upcoming weeks.
‘Tonight with Vincent Browne’ will maintain its traditional format, with studio guests and lively debate and discussion with each guest journalist presiding over proceedings for a week each beginning Monday, July 19th at 11.00pm.
Irish Times columnist, Sarah Carey; Journalist and writer, Kevin Myers; Today fm Broadcaster and journalist, Sam Smyth; Senator and journalist Eoghan Harris; Newstalk Broadcaster and journalist Claire Byrne; Editor of The Star newspaper, Ger Colleran and Bookmaker, former minister and Newstalk broadcaster, Ivan Yates will all feature as guest hosts of the talk show.
TV3 Director of News Andrew Hanlon said “Tonight with Vincent Browne has become a ‘must watch’ for anyone with an interest in Irish current affairs. But while Vincent takes a few weeks off for a well earned rest, I’m delighted that we will keep the spirit of the show alive with a line-up of some of the most controversial, inquisitive and brightest minds in Irish journalism. Our guest presenters represent a divergence of views and opinions from across the political spectrum. This will be unmissable television and I’m delighted TV3 is bringing it to the nation.”
Vincent Browne will return to the programme on Monday September 6th. The timetable of hosts is below:
19th – 22nd July: Sarah Carey
26th – 29th July: Kevin Myers
3rd – 5th August: Sam Smyth
9th – 12th August: Eoghan Harris
16th – 19th August: Claire Byrne
23rd – 26th August: Ger Colleran
30th August – 2nd September: Ivan Yates
