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Ciaran Brennan

Journalist living in Ireland with creative writing experience. 

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About Me

I have a BA in Journalism from DCU with experience working in Hot Press Magazine. With a flair for creative writing and brilliant work-ethic I am a reliable and precise writer. 

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How I Work

I approach my work with care and precision. I believe in completing tasks as efficiently as possible and always striving to find solutions to problems. I enjoy honing my craft and exploring new opportunities to learn more. 

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My Ethos

I believe should be equally s entertaining and engaging as it is informative. Reading should be an enjoyable experience for people and if they can be drawn into the writing, the information is more likely to stick in their mind. 

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Get in Touch

You can reach me at: brennanciaran16@gmail.com or on 0868666940.

My Blog

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Studies show 1 in 3 people suffering with eating disorders are male

The recent research carried out by the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) shows disordered eating behaviours are nearly as common among men as women.

A recent study by National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) shows that 1 in 3 people suffering with eating disorders are male.

There has also been an increase in the number of men battling eating disorders, according to a recent study in the American Journal of Men’s Health. There was a nationwide surge in the number of people hospit
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Garth Brooks Says He Will Pick Local Emerging Talent as Support on Croke Park Shows

At a special press conference in Croke Park today, the king of country, Garth Brooks, discussed his love of Ireland, the scrapping of his Dublin shows in 2014 that felt like a “death in the family” – and whether or not a miraculous 'drive for five' may be on the cards.

Garth Brooks is back! Deep in the belly of Croke Park, a lonesome cowboy strolls into a hive of journalists-come-superfans. A wide-brimmed hat enters first, followed by the double denim-clad country boy who once threatened to tak
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Live Report: Nothing But Thieves deliver ferocious set at the 3Olympia Theatre

The Essex band finished their tour last night with an incredible performance at the 3Olympia theatre - featuring support from Airways and Bangor band The Florentinas.

Fresh off the release of their latest EP Moral Panic II — the follow up project to 2020’s Moral Panic — Essex rockers Nothing But Thieves hit the 3Olympia Theatre on Tuesday night (November 9) to wrap up their UK & Ireland tour with a bone-quaking set.

The quintet brought their explosive riffs, mammoth sound and infectious pop me
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Nothing But Thieves on their Irish date: “Everyone’s always up for it. We like a drink, I feel like the Irish like a drink as well. That always helps. You generally sound better when you’ve had a few

Nothing But Thieves wrapped up their UK and Ireland tour with a date at Dublin’s 3Olympia Theatre on Tuesday (November 9). Before the band’s set, guitarists Dom Craik and Joe Langridge-Brown sat down with Hot Press to discuss their new EP, being back on the road and why they don’t drink Guinness outside of Dublin.

Dublin is humming with the buzz of live music again. It’s been a while since the city was arrested by anticipation for the next big gig but we need wait no longer. With a sell out sho
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Live Report: Kíla at Judge Roy Beans

Kíla played an electric set at Judge Roy Beans as part of the Summer of Music programme, supported by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sports and Media.

Kíla were in full flow at Judge Roy Beans in Newbridge, Co. Kildare as they got the crowd on their feet with a phenomenal mix of trad and everything from funk to West African music.

Rónán Ó Snodaigh took the stage alone before Kíla lit up Judge Roy Beans with their frenetic set. Rónán kicked the show off with a bodhran solo
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R. Kelly’s attorney says he was on suicide watch after being found guilty of federal sex crimes

R. Kelly’s second federal trial is set to begin next August.

R. Kelly was placed on suicide watch after being found guilty of federal sex crimes las month, according to the disgraced singer’s attorney.

The 54-year old’s attorney — Steve Greenberg — revealed the news during a hearing ahead of Kelly’s next federal trial in Chicago as reported by Billboard. He currently faces life in prison with his sentencing scheduled for May 4th, 2022. Kelly may launch an appeal after this.

During a prelimina
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Don McLean: “I think there’s an atmosphere of fear, similar to the 1950s when people’s political beliefs could get them cancelled. Immediately.”

Celebrating 50 years of American Pie with a world tour including a date in Dublin’s 3Arena, Don McLean continues his sophomore album’s never-ending victory lap. Talking to Hot Press in a private room in Dublin’s Intercontinental Hotel, the singer talks about the upcoming tour, his outstanding career and, fighting off “haters.”

On his 76th birthday, Don McLean is sitting in a private room in Dublin’s Intercontinental Hotel wearing a pair of blue-tinted sunglasses to match his navy-blue t-shirt a
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Up Close and Personal with Gemma Hayes at The Grand Social

Gemma Hayes revisited her phenomenal debut album Night On My Side as part of the Up Close and Personal series at The Grand Social last night. The Up Close and Personal series is made in conjunction with Aidan Shortall of Up Close and Personal promotions and supported by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media.

In 2002 Gemma Hayes released her breathtaking debut album Night On My Side. The Mercury Music Prize-nominated LP was home to beautiful songs like ‘Hanging Aro
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Student Special: Culchie Talk

Bruce Springsteen once opined that it’s hard to be a saint in the city – and it ain’t a cakewalk being a culchie either. Indeed, fears of social marginalisation and Dublin Bus are enough to send the hardiest of culchies running. But the fact is, there are many sights and sounds to be savoured – and not just in Coppers…

I don’t drink Bulmers, I don’t own a pair of tan shoes and I have never set foot inside the four walls of Coppers – but I am a culchie.

‘Culchie’ is the term used to define anyo
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Film Review: Halsey - If I Can’t Have Love I Want Power

Halsey's fourth studio album, If I Can't Have Love I Want Power, arrived on August 27th with an ambitious accompanying film that explores femininity and pregnancy, among a host of other complex themes.

At many points throughout their career, Halsey has discussed misogyny and gender issues in their art. With If I Can’t Have Love I Want Power, the pop star approaches these topics with creativity, using feminine symbolism and shocking imagery to convey the topics of misogyny and gender. The film i