Báisteach

DocumentariesScience/NaturalWorld/Enviromental

In this series Báisteach presenter Seán Mac an tSíthigh explores some of the mysteries behind the most everyday of phenomena, the rain which falls from our skies. In Ireland we may take it for granted at times, but this, our most precious resource, has been the salvation of many communities around the globe. From those experiencing excessive rainfall, to those who are praying for rain, to scientists studying the impact of climate change on rain, we'll hear from communities in China, USA, India, Scotland and closer to home about the impact of Rain on their lives.

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Luach na Báistí

Episode 3

S1 E3 50m

Presenter Seán Mac an tSíthigh looks at how rainfall affects our world. From Inis Oírr to Arizona we learn how water shortages affect people's lives. And how a remote community in Scotland uses their rainfall to regenerate their community.

Cultúr na Báistí

Episode 2

S1 E2 50m

Presenter Seán Mac an tSíthigh looks at rain as part of the world's culture. From Hawaiian rain dances to putting the Child of Prague to the test at an Irish wedding!

Cad is báisteach ann?

Episode 1

S1 E1 49m

Presenter Seán Mac an tSíthigh learns about cloud seeding operations in countries that don't get a lot rain, and also meets one of Ireland's weather observers who tracks the country's annual rainfall.