Broadcaster Dearbhail McDonald investigates the role of nuns in Ireland, examining wether they have shaped Irish lives, including her own, for the better or for worse. She traces their contribution to society through early history to the present day, such as how the female religious sisters once ran almost every element of education, healthcare and social services. Dearbhail also highlights the institutional and clerical abuse scandals that have come to light over the years, questioning if these women's achievements can still be acknowledged due to the legacy of these scandals
