Unfiltered with Sarah Jane Foster · Episode 8 · · 70 minutes

Dáithí Ó Sé | How To Stop Caring What People Think

An interview with Dáithí Ó Sé, hosted by Sarah Jane Foster. Produced by SJF Productions.

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About this episode

Dáithí Ó Sé joins Unfiltered with Sarah Jane Foster to share the lessons he learned from more than 25 years in television, broadcasting and life.

From being asked to leave school twice to becoming one of Ireland's most recognisable television presenters, Dáithí reflects on the opportunities, risks and mindset shifts that shaped his remarkable career.

He opens up about taking chances when opportunities appear, why he stopped caring what other people think, the reality of fame, fatherhood, the Rose of Tralee, social media, confidence and the importance of living without regret. Whether you're building a business, pursuing a dream or navigating criticism, this episode is packed with practical life lessons and perspective.

Key takeaways

  • Why you should stop caring what other people think
  • The difference between the pain of discipline and the pain of regret
  • How Dáithí built a 25-year career in television
  • Why backing yourself is often the biggest risk worth taking
  • The importance of staying present and enjoying the moment
  • How fame changes your perspective
  • Why confidence comes from experience
  • The reality behind long-term success
  • What the Rose of Tralee really means to him
  • How fatherhood changed his life

About Dáithí Ó Sé

Dáithí Ó Sé is one of Ireland's most loved television and radio presenters.

Best known for presenting RTÉ's Today Show and hosting the Rose of Tralee, Dáithí has built a career spanning more than two decades in Irish media.

Known for his warmth, authenticity and ability to connect with people from all walks of life, he has become one of Ireland's most recognisable broadcasters while remaining deeply connected to his Kerry roots.

What other people think about me is none of my business.

Chapters

  1. 00:00 Meet Dáithí Ó Sé
  2. 00:45 How He Accidentally Started In Television
  3. 03:30 The Boat Job That Changed Everything
  4. 09:36 Leaving Security Behind For RTÉ
  5. 11:59 The Pain Of Discipline vs The Pain Of Regret
  6. 13:42 Why He Doesn't Share Everything
  7. 15:00 Prayer, Perspective & Staying Grounded
  8. 16:20 Learning To Live In The Present
  9. 18:18 The Power Of Lists
  10. 19:50 When Did He Realise He Was Famous?
  11. 22:12 Fame & Social Media
  12. 22:44 Why Success Takes Time
  13. 23:49 Stop Caring What People Think
  14. 25:25 Why People Gravitate Towards Him
  15. 27:01 The Success Of The Today Show
  16. 29:01 His Rose Of Tralee Rituals
  17. 32:35 Why The Rose Of Tralee Matters
  18. 37:16 Rachel Duffy & The Courage To Be Judged
  19. 41:37 Hair Restoration & Self Confidence
  20. 47:10 Being Comfortable In Your Own Skin
  21. 48:04 What Other People Think Is None Of My Business
  22. 50:20 His Cancer Diagnosis
  23. 54:29 Why You Should Always Get Checked
  24. 56:13 The Problem With Social Media
  25. 57:27 How He Met His Wife Rita
  26. 01:03:05 How Fatherhood Changed Him
  27. 01:04:29 Career Highlights
  28. 01:05:18 Working With Snoop Dogg & Keanu Reeves
  29. 01:07:36 Being Nominated For A Grammy
  30. 01:08:57 What He Wants To Be Remembered For
  31. 01:10:26 Outro