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Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Forget The Studio –Seth Rogen's other Apple TV+ show is back next
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. I'm a huge fan of Seth Rogen's work with Apple TV+ – which is to say, I absolutely loved The Studio. I think it's one of the most exciting new shows for years, not least because it captures some of the spirit of Curb Your Enthusiasm with its deliberately awkward cameos and caricatures of celebrities. I'll hold my hands up, though, and admit that I haven't watched the other show Rogen made with Apple TV+, which came out a good while before The Studio. In fact, Platonic is now about to get its second season, starring Rogen opposite the terrific Rose Byrne as their rekindled friendship continues with more hijinks. The show's all about the ruts that we can find ourselves in as adult life takes its toll – it's not very hard to wake up and realise that you haven't actually spoken to someone you used to call one of your best friends for years. The first season saw Rogen and Byrne's characters reconnect and realise that they still had more in common than they might have thought. Now, their friendship might just be going to the next level in a new season. It'll feature the two of them trying to make their relationship less exclusionary to their partners and friends, folding them into activities in an attempt to retain a healthy balance between the various parts of their lives. Image 1 of 5 Image 2 of 5 Image 3 of 5 Image 4 of 5 Image 5 of 5 As glimpsed in the teaser trailer last month, that'll involve going golfing with disastrous consequences, but also Rogen attempting to bond with Byrne's gym-happy fitness enthusiast of a partner, and the start of "couple's dinners" to cement things. It's a balancing act that will clearly leave a lot of room for slapstick, too. So, I know what my job is now – I've added the first season of Platonic to my watchlist on Apple TV+ (which I think is the best streaming service going), and I'll be trying to catch up with it when I have a chance. The new season starts on 6 August, so I'm not sure I'll make that date, but it's nice to know I've got more goodness in store. Solve the daily Crossword
Hamilton Spectator
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Veteran bullfighter embraces new role as clown
AUSTIN — Scott Byrne slaps a barrel. He points inside, where cushions swell from every direction. The rodeo clown, who used to be a bullfighter, says it's an escape mechanism. Reading 'wrangler' on the outside, the barrel exists to be smashed by raging bulls. When the animal bucks off a rider during a rodeo, it may turn around and run for a second shot. That's where the barrel comes in and gives the riders an escape. 'They might run behind it,' Byrne told the Sun. The only problem is that the bull shifts its attention to the barrel — and bullfighters are waiting inside, hoping the cushions work well enough. The 53-year-old is the rodeo clown for the Manitoba Threshermen's Reunion and Stampede in Austin this year. He is one of thousands who return to the event every year and keep the culture alive and kicking. When asked why he makes the effort, like driving out, bringing his equipment and putting on an act for the crowd, Byrne answered that it covers a few bases. After a long career at rodeos, the most important thing is he has some giving back to do. 'It's all about friends,' Byrne said. 'Being able to travel and make some money. And pass it down the line.' The Brandon-area resident spent 23 years as a bullfighter. The career invited 'a lot of' broken ribs, and some hooves on his face, and when asked how often he'd been to the hospital, he responded, 'Some years you don't go at all.' Now he doesn't want to put his body on the line like he used to. He pivoted into clowning as a way to stay involved. The new role for him is keeping things light, and entertaining the crowd during a lull in the show, he said. And while it might not be life or death, it's no less important to the rodeo veteran. 'I still take it seriously, 'cause people come here to have fun,' said Byrne. 'We want them to have fun and get their money's worth.' In his new task, he said there's some similarities to bullfighting. Standing in the dirt 20 minutes before his first act on Thursday evening, he said he still gets the same reaction as when he was staring at a raging bull. 'The rush is there the same,' said Byrne. 'Just before I get into the arena, my heart gets beating. Same as fighting bulls … It's the same kind of natural high, I would say.' When asked about the differences, he said clowning is more a mental act — being aware when there's a lull, and finding something to amuse the crowd. A mental challenge. While everyone around him has buttoned, long-sleeve shirts tucked into jeans, Byrne's face is covered in white makeup, with blue lines straight up and sideways from his eyes. He's wearing a red and white striped shirt and comfortable shorts. A smile. While he transitions out of bullfighting, he trains the next generation to keep rodeos safe. Two men that acted as the rodeo's bullfighters this year were graduates of an annual three-day class that Byrne teaches — and they were put to the test on opening night. A few injuries piled up at the tail end of the rodeo, as multiple ambulances responded when riders were injured by bulls. Elliot Sims, the Manitoba Agricultural Museum's executive director, said the contestants left the grounds in stable condition. Sims noted that rodeo is a high-risk competition and he thanked the paramedics and bullfighters that helped de-escalate the danger. 'We're really appreciative of all the efforts that the bullfighters made last night,' he said Friday. 'Incidents like this are exactly why rodeos have bullfighters. They're there to help keep the contestants safe and make sure that the animals are safe by reducing that conflict after a ride is done.' The opening night of the rodeo saw above-average attendance, with about 1,700 people, Sims said. The event raises funds for the Manitoba Agricultural Museum, contributing to the preservation of culture and history in this part of the province. 'It's really important for us and agriculture in general.' Sims said it all comes down to the people. More than 600 volunteers are involved running the daily events from Thursday to Sunday. With fewer people farming, he said, it's more important now that people continue to contribute to the culture and pass skills on. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Irish Independent
3 days ago
- Business
- Irish Independent
‘Who knew Irish weather would be such a draw?' Lisney boss David Byrne on Europeans joining Trump-averse US buyers for their place in the shade
Business is good, says the estate agent MD, but Byrne believes the Government is not implementing the measures it needs to to help resolve the housing crisis American house buyers with objections to US President Donald Trump and continental Europeans hunting for cooler holiday homes are helping drive international demand at real estate agent Lisney, says managing director David Byrne. Byrne says Lisney, one of Ireland's largest privately-owned multidisciplinary property advisory firms, has a list of over 150 Americans seeking homes here. Many of these buyers are looking to cross the Atlantic because they aren't happy with what is happening under Trump's administration.
RTÉ News
3 days ago
- Sport
- RTÉ News
Eimear Byrne and family basking in successful yar so far for Louth
From the three previous TG4 All-Ireland Junior Football Championship finals that Louth's Eimear Byrne has played in up to this point, there is one that clearly stands out above all others. Having been part of a side that lost out to Limerick at Croke Park in 2018, Byrne returned to the same venue 12 months later as the Wee County took on Fermanagh in another third-tier decider. While a 3-13 to 2-06 victory for Louth ensured it was always going to be a memorable day, the fact Byrne's sister Aoife lined up alongside her in midfield made it extra special for the St Mochta's star. Although Aoife has stepped away from the inter-county scene in recent years, Eimear was a starter when her native county lost out to Fermanagh in last year's junior showpiece. She has also been an ever-present in the Louth attack during 2025 and is now set to feature in her fourth West County Hotel Cup final against Antrim at Croke Park on 3 August. "In 2019 I was playing alongside my sister Aoife. She has actually retired from inter-county football now. She has had two kids since, but she is back playing club football. Hopefully at some stage I'll get to play alongside her this year," Byrne explained. "2019 was a very, very special year and climbing the steps of the Hogan Stand alongside your sister and playing in midfield with her is something very, very special. Unfortunately I won't have her beside me this time around, but she'll definitely be in the stands shouting me on anyway." Next weekend won't be the first visit to Croke Park this year for the Byrne family as they were previously there on 11 May for one of the most unforgettable days in the recent sporting history of the Wee County. 15 years after another of her siblings (Declan) featured off the bench in a much-discussed provincial decider defeat to the same opposition, Eimear's brother Ciaran played the final eight minutes as the Louth men's team collected their first Leinster title in 68 years with a final victory over Meath. The family achievements don't end there, however, as the aforementioned Declan was part of the management team for a Louth U20s side that qualified for an All-Ireland final with a last-four triumph over Mayo on 16 May - two days before Eimear kicked a brace of points for the ladies side in their Leinster JFC success over Carlow. "It has been a very special year in our house. I'm sitting here looking out the window and the Louth flags are still flying high, and they've been up there for the last couple of weeks. Because 'Casey' (a nickname given to Ciaran due to Eimear's inability to pronounce his name when she was younger) was in the Leinster final and got over the line with that. "Then Deccie was involved in the coaching team for the Louth U20s. It has been a big couple of weeks in our house and loving every moment of it. I think I said this a couple of times in different interviews, that when I walk through the door, my Dad, there is a massive smile on his face. "It's the likes of him, you're kind of delighted he's getting to live through these moments and seeing Louth football being in a really, really good place." What has already been a remarkable year for the Byrnes would be topped off if Louth could claim their fourth junior crown. Yet Byrne was very close to not being part of the panel this deep into the competition. A PE and biology teacher at St Joseph's secondary school in Drogheda, Byrne is opting to take a career break in the coming months. "Any day in Croke Park is going to be a big occasion for both teams" She was initially planning to go travelling last month with her other half, but with a burning desire to get Louth back up to the intermediate grade, Byrne eventually altered her plans. "Originally at the start of the year, I actually had planned to go in June and then I looked at the calendar. I shed a few tears because my boyfriend, he was taking a shorter working year. He's a guard. He had applied for and got it granted for June," Byrne recalled. "We looked at the calendar, I turned to my boyfriend and I said 'I actually can't go in June now'. I said 'I really want to stay and give Louth another rattle'. I had chatted to Kevin (Larkin) the manager and obviously he didn't want me to go. Then I went in and spoke to my principal, and he actually gave me a bit of confidence to actually go for a career break. "I decided to take the full year out next year, but I'm only travelling for six weeks in November and a bit of December. I'll be twiddling my thumbs, looking for a bit of subbing early on next year to fill my time." It will all prove to be worthwhile for Byrne if she can secure the second junior crown next weekend. However, when you consider they triumphed at this grade as recently as 2022, there are a number of players in the Antrim squad who will be looking to do the same. The Saffrons have accrued a Lidl National Football League Division 4 win and an Ulster title across an unbeaten run of 16 games to date in 2025, and this is more than enough reason for Byrnen and Louth to be wary of their challenge. "Antrim, they're a strong outfit. They have some great runners all over the pitch. Their midfield and some very, very strong forwards. It's definitely going to be a tough contest. We're not going to be naïve going in, we've met Antrim a couple of times before over the last couple of years," Byrne added. "We're well used to what they can produce as well. It's going to be very, very tough. Any day in Croke Park is going to be a big occasion for both teams. We're looking forward to it, nonetheless."
Winnipeg Free Press
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
Former bullfighter clowns around at Threshermen's reunion
AUSTIN — Scott Byrne slaps a barrel and points to the cushions crammed inside. The rodeo clown, who used to be a bullfighter, says it's an escape mechanism. Reading 'wrangler' on the outside, the barrel exists to be smashed by raging bulls. When the animal bucks off a rider during a rodeo, it may turn around and run for a second shot. That's where the barrel comes in and gives the rider an escape. 'They might run behind it,' Byrne said. Scott Byrne poses beside his rodeo barrel, which acts as a punching bag for raging bulls. The 53-year-old is serving as the rodeo clown at the 69th annual Manitoba Threshermen's Reunion and Stampede. Byrne pivoted into clowning as a way to stay involved after retiring from a career of 23 years of bullfighting. (Connor McDowell / The Brandon Sun) The only problem is that the bull shifts its attention to the barrel — and bullfighters are waiting inside, hoping the cushions work well enough. The 53-year-old is the rodeo clown for the Manitoba Threshermen's Reunion and Stampede in Austin this year. He is one of thousands who return to the event every year and keep the culture alive and kicking. When asked why he makes the effort — driving out, bringing his equipment and putting on an act for the crowd — Byrne answered that it covers a few bases. After a long career at rodeos, the most important thing is he has some giving back to do. 'It's all about friends,' Byrne said. 'Being able to travel and make some money and pass it down the line.' The Brandon-area resident spent 23 years as a bullfighter. The career invited 'a lot of' broken ribs, and some hooves on his face, and when asked how often he'd been to the hospital, he responded, 'Some years you don't go at all.' Now he doesn't want to put his body on the line like he used to. He pivoted into clowning as a way to stay involved. The new role for him is keeping things light, and entertaining the crowd during a lull in the show, he said. And while it might not be life or death, it's no less important to the rodeo veteran. 'I still take it seriously, 'cause people come here to have fun,' said Byrne. 'We want them to have fun and get their money's worth.' His new task has some similarities to bullfighting. Standing in the dirt 20 minutes before his first act on Thursday evening, he said he still gets the same reaction as when he was staring at a raging bull. 'The rush is there the same,' said Byrne. 'Just before I get into the arena, my heart gets beating. Same as fighting bulls… It's the same kind of natural high, I would say.' When asked about the differences, he said clowning is more a mental act — being aware when there's a lull, and finding something to amuse the crowd. Rodeo clown Scott Byrne entertains spectators at the Manitoba Threshermen's Reunion & Stampede rodeo at Austin on Thursday evening. (Tim Smith / The Brandon Sun) While he transitions out of bullfighting, he trains the next generation to keep rodeos safe. Two men that acted as the rodeo's bullfighters this year were graduates of an annual three-day class that Byrne teaches — and they were put to the test on opening night. A few injuries piled up at the tail end of the rodeo, as multiple ambulances responded when riders were injured by bulls. Elliot Sims, the Manitoba Agricultural Museum's executive director, said the contestants left the grounds in stable condition. Sims noted that rodeo is a high-risk competition and he thanked the paramedics and bullfighters who helped de-escalate the danger. Tuesdays A weekly look at politics close to home and around the world. 'We're really appreciative of all the efforts that the bullfighters made last night,' he said. 'Incidents like this are exactly why rodeos have bullfighters. They're there to help keep the contestants safe and make sure that the animals are safe by reducing that conflict after a ride is done.' The opening night of the rodeo recorded above-average attendance, with about 1,700 people, Sims said. The event raises funds for the Manitoba Agricultural Museum, which contributes to the preservation of culture and history in this part of the province. 'It's really important for us and agriculture in general.' More than 600 volunteers help run the daily events; the event lasts till Sunday. — Brandon Sun
