A closer look at “Siobhán McSweeney on Derry Girls fame, comfort food, and why she’s proud to be ‘a deliciou”, exactly as the source publishes it. The Guardian Lifestyle Oct 24, 2026 • 5:00 AM Siobhán McSweeney, the Bafta-winning star of Derry Girls, is taking over as the new presenter of the Guardian’s Comfort Eating podcast. The Irish actor, beloved for her role as the deadpan Sister Michael, opens up about her lifelong love of food and the joy of indulgent snacks like Tayto crisps, Cadbury chocolate, and Guinness — often all at once.
McSweeney’s rise to fame began with the hit Channel 4 comedy set during the Troubles in 1990s Northern Ireland, which earned her a Bafta and praise from Martin Scorsese, who famously saluted the show’s nuns. In her new role, McSweeney will explore how food shapes identity, memory, and emotion, bringing her signature wit and warmth to conversations with celebrity guests. For the complete material, the listing points back to the source inside the network.