Caitlín Ni Aoidh is TG4’s weather woman who also hosts TG4’s new show ‘Caitlín Eile’!
‘Caitlín Eile’ airs on Friday nights at 9:30pm, where Caitlín talks about the weeks hottest TV programmes and TV moments.
This young Donegal woman is quickly becoming one of Ireland’s best-known presenters, and is a fantastic ambassador for Donegal and our native language.
This is Caitlín’s Donegal…
(1) What is your favourite place in Donegal and why?
My favourite place in Donegal would have to be Mín a’ Craoibhe in Cloughaneely. I’ve never been anywhere as peaceful as it ever. It’s a hidden gem.
(2) If you could change one thing about Donegal what would it be?
I would love if Donegal had a train, for the locals and to bring more tourism to our beautiful county.
(3) Who is the one person that you look up to and why?
I have to say that my biggest role model to date would have to be my mum. She’s a huge inspiration to me, not to mention she’s the nicest person in the world.
(4) What’s your happiest memory in Donegal?
I have so many happy memories of long days at Port Arthur in Gaoth Dobhair beach with my family and cousins.
(5) What has been Donegal’s proudest moment in recent years?
It would have to be when the Donegal team brought Sam back to the hills!
(6) If you found a magic wand that allowed you to grant one wish, what would it be?
Better weather! That would make my job a lot easier!
(7) What is your favourite Donegal-made product?
My aunt Maureen makes beautiful hand knitted hats. I always get complimented when I wear mine. They’re perfect for the winter months.
(8) Who is Donegal’s greatest ambassador around the world and why?
Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh of Altan stands out to me as Donegal’s greatest ambassador.
(9) What has been the biggest compliment you’ve ever received?
I love when people compliment my work. The people of Donegal are so supportive and they always stop me to tell me how proud they are that the Donegal dialect is being represented by me.
(10) Who is your favourite Donegal sportsperson of all time?
It would have to be Christy Toye. Donegal’s most dependable sports star.
(11) What is your favourite Donegal restaurant?
Eamon Muldowney has opened up a restaurant in Coll’s in Machaire Rabhartaigh . They have the freshest fish ever and it’s cooked beautifully. I’d highly recommend that restaurant.
(12) What is your favourite Donegal saying or expression?
“Bhí an t-ádh go barr bata orm”
(13) What is the biggest challenge facing the people of Donegal today?
Lots of people from Donegal have to leave for Dublin and Dubai to get jobs. I would be wonderful if we had more employment in our own county.
(14) What is your favourite food that you associate with Donegal?
When I’m home during the summer months I always ask my mum to get fresh crab claws. The crab claws and the local Guinness bread go so well together!
(15) Is there anything that really annoys you about Donegal or its people?
Not at all! We’re all perfect! The people of Donegal are the friendliest ever. I always feel so proud when friends come to visit and the people of Donegal are the most welcoming.
(16) Do you have a favourite local band?
I love Listening to Clann Mhic Ruairí from Rannafast. They are the most talented family ever. They also have beautiful Irish. Emma Ní Fhioruisce and Eve Belle are two solo musicians I love listening to. I’m very proud that the North West of Donegal is home to some of the most talented musicians in the country.
(17) If you had a million euro to improve something in Donegal what would it be?
Better roads!
(18) Where’s the most unusual place you’ve logged on to Donegal Daily?
I’ve logged onto Donegal Daily in Vietnam and Biarritz.
(19) What is your favourite thing about working in media?
I love getting to meet new people all the time, the opportunities I get and most of all I have a job I absolutely love and I get to use my native language.
(20) Is there anything about Donegal that you are very proud of?
I’m incredibly proud of our language. I absolutely love our dialect. I’m never as proud as when I hear the young children speaking Irish. It lifts my heart.
