Literally! With Rob Lowe Alicia Silverstone: Irish Slang
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Sep 4, 2025 
Alicia Silverstone, famed for her role in Clueless, brings her charm to the conversation as she shares insights about filming her new show, Irish Blood, in Ireland. She reminisces about nightlife in the '80s compared to today and discusses her upcoming movie, Bugonia. The chat takes a delightful turn as they dive into the impact of Irish culture in film and the camaraderie within the theater world. Alicia also reflects on her work with director Joel Schumacher, balancing nostalgia with humor in their rich professional journeys.
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Premise: A Daughter’s Search In Ireland
- Alicia Silverstone recounts Irish Blood's premise: a woman returns to Ireland to find the father who abandoned her at age ten.
- The series mixes mystery and personal healing as she unravels family trauma while searching for him.
Ireland’s People Shape Production Tone
- Alicia praises Ireland for its beauty and the warmth, humor, and generosity of its people.
- She says that local character and vibe made filming emotionally and creatively rewarding.
On-Set Lingo And Irish Sayings
- Alicia shares crew banter examples like being called a "bog hopper" or "Colchi" and loving local sayings like "what's the crack?".
- She delights in how curse words and phrases carry many meanings in Irish speech.