That's not how I remember the programme, Keith.
FoA was certainly included, but many more, of all stripes, were discussed and selected before and after.

The first song was actually Maggie Barry singing "She moved through the fair"!

Good to hear fellow mudcatter Liberty Boy talking about the sean nós tradition and providing examples.

Worth another listen.

The link below takes you to a page where as well as listening again (for those allowed to) you can hear the 20-odd songs included in the programme. Excellent!

The Great Songbook with Cerys Matthews - Ireland, Episode 2 of 4