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Songwriter Charlie McGettigan speaks to Malachi Cush about the loss of his son Shayne, the love of family and how music can help support and create an outlet for grief.

Eurovision winner and singer-songwriter Charlie McGettigan joins Malachi for an intimate conversation about family, songwriting and the tragic loss of his son Shayne. With honesty and warmth, Charlie reflects on the memories that sustain him and on music’s ability to hold emotions that words alone cannot express. His four chosen songs open a tender conversation about enduring love, creativity and learning to live alongside grief.

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56 minutes

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Thu 22 Oct 202621:04

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  • Thu 22 Oct 202621:04