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Kerry will take centre stage this Friday when NBC’s Today broadcasts all four hours live from Kenmare, County Kerry. The trip, organised with Tourism Ireland, aims to put the county and its landscapes before a large international audience.
Live from Sheen Falls Lodge
The programme will originate from the grounds of Sheen Falls Lodge, with cameras set up along the hotel driveway for the special edition. It is the first time Today is airing its full four-hour show live from Ireland.
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Hosts and on-air contributors
The Today team arriving in Kerry includes lead anchors and personalities such as Savannah Guthrie, Craig Melvin, Al Roker, Carson Daly, Dylan Dreyer, Jenna Bush Hager and Sheinelle Jones. NBC News Chief International Correspondent Keir Simmons will also join the crew.
Producers have confirmed a mix of Irish and international guests, with names released so far including Sharon Horgan, Donal Gleeson, Samantha Barry and a Riverdance performance. Organisers say additional surprise guests are expected during the broadcast.
Culinary showcase from Kenmare Bay
Sheen Falls Lodge’s Executive Head Chef Mark Treacy will feature in a food segment scheduled for around 2:50pm. The menu will highlight locally sourced Portan Lobster from Kenmare Bay alongside Coolea Cheese Ravioli served in an onion broth with truffle.
Audience reach and purpose
Today averages roughly three million viewers per broadcast and reaches about 30 million followers on social platforms. Tourism Ireland says the special is intended to inspire international viewers to consider the island as a destination.
Alison Metcalfe, Executive Vice President and Head of North America at Tourism Ireland, said: “We are delighted to welcome TODAY to Ireland. We hope it inspires viewers to come and experience the island of Ireland for themselves.”
When to watch
The show will air on Friday, October 16, from 12 noon to 4pm, live from the driveway of the Sheen Falls Lodge Hotel in Kenmare.
