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Award-winning author Maggie O'Farrell joins Muireann O'Connell to discuss an extraordinary few years that have seen her bestselling novel Hamnet adapted for the big screen and celebrated on the world stage.
Maggie opens up about attending the Oscars, finding herself surrounded by Hollywood royalty including George Clooney, Emma Stone and Julia Roberts, and the unexpected reaction to Paul Mescal's casting in Hamnet.
She also discusses the inspiration behind Hamnet, why she waited years to write the novel, her experience co-writing the film adaptation, and the story behind her latest novel, Land.
Plus, Maggie reflects on Irish history, family connections, and the research that continues to shape her acclaimed work.
Broadcast on 03/06/2026
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Award-winning author Maggie O'Farrell joins Muireann O'Connell to discuss an extraordinary few years that have seen her bestselling novel Hamnet adapted for the big screen and celebrated on the world stage.
Maggie opens up about attending the Oscars, finding herself surrounded by Hollywood royalty including George Clooney, Emma Stone and Julia Roberts, and the unexpected reaction to Paul Mescal's casting in Hamnet.
She also discusses the inspiration behind Hamnet, why she waited years to write the novel, her experience co-writing the film adaptation, and the story behind her latest novel, Land.
Plus, Maggie reflects on Irish history, family connections, and the research that continues to shape her acclaimed work.
Broadcast on 03/06/2026
Subscribe to Ireland AM for more exclusive videos: bit.ly/4cZifj3
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MORE ABOUT IRELAND AM:
Welcome to the official Ireland AM Channel! We are Ireland's biggest breakfast show live weekdays from 7am-10am & weekends from 9am-12pm on Virgin Media Play & Virgin Media One. Join us as we explore various news topics of interests while guests open up for interviews that cover a multitude of subjects such as politics, food and human interest!
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