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# playing it straight

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11 moments from Playing It Straight which prove reality TV peaked in the noughties

The drama was unmatched.

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Aug 10th 2018, 8:00 AM

RTE's documentary on homophobia in football was an uncomfortable but vital watch for fans

“I love the game, but the game made me hate myself”.

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Nov 17th 2016, 9:56 AM