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David Walliams allegations
This episode covers the publication of serious allegations against comedian David Walliams, who has been accused of sexually inappropriate behavior toward women, some of whom were teenagers.
Pete Hegseth under pressure
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces impeachment articles from disgruntled Republican Thomas Massey, a move Hegseth dismisses as a political stunt.
Minister Hildegarde Naughton on changes to exam supports
Education Minister Hildegard Nocton discusses the RACE scheme, introducing new exam accommodations for students with additional needs, including timekeepers and bereavement deferrals.
Call for crackdown on pop-up vape shops
Fianna Fáil TD Shane Moynihan discusses the proliferation of vape shops in Ireland, urging for stricter planning restrictions similar to those for betting shops.
Travel disruption as roads close around the capital
This episode covers the massive security operations and traffic disruptions in Dublin ahead of the EU presidency summit.
Mission to explore Jupiter
Professor Katrina Jackman discusses the European Space Agency's JUICE mission, which launched in 2023 to explore Jupiter's icy moons for signs of habitability.
Shannon suicide prevention
Drive Time reports on Limerick Treaty Suicide Prevention, a volunteer group patrolling the River Shannon to prevent suicides.
Call for lung cancer screening programme
Professor Jerushka Naidoo discusses a successful Irish pilot programme that detected 40 early-stage lung cancers among 2,500 high-risk ex-smokers.
EV cars to be taxed per mile
The UK is set to introduce a pay-per-mile tax for electric and hybrid vehicles in 2028 to replace declining fuel duty revenue.
Russel Brand sentencing
Drivetime reports that Russell Brand has been sentenced to ten years and six months in prison for rape and sexual assault, with the judge emphasizing that his celebrity status offers no mitigation.
The Catch Up
This Friday Catch-Up episode discusses the bomb threats that forced evacuations at RTE and other Irish media outlets, drawing parallels to the Troubles through guest Noel Doran.
More flights affected and now concerns around boats
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Winter watch – the animals that hibernate
Wildlife expert Aina and Ilana explain the science behind animal hibernation, clarifying that it is driven by food scarcity rather than cold temperatures.
Security breach and potential impact on next week's EU summit
Louise Byrne discusses the heightened security measures for upcoming EU meetings in Dublin, noting complications from Garda work-to-rule actions and potential public sector protests.
Reaction to bomb threats on media outlets
This episode addresses a coordinated hoax bomb threat targeting multiple Irish and UK media organizations, including RTE, which triggered evacuations and Gardaí investigations.
Russell Brand found guilty of rape, sexual assaults
This episode reports on the guilty verdicts for comedian Russell Brand, who was convicted of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault.
Katie Hannon returns to the Rotunda
The presenter revisits the Rotunda Hospital’s neonatal intensive care unit sixteen years after her twins were born there, highlighting ongoing issues with overcrowding and unsuitable conditions.
Bomb hoaxes divert planes across Europe
This episode analyzes the recent wave of commercial flight bomb threats across Europe, framing them as deliberate hybrid warfare tactics designed to…
Garth Brooks to play 10 gigs around Ireland
Country music icon Garth Brooks has announced he will return to Ireland in 2027 for ten concerts across Belfast, Galway, Kilkenny, Limerick, and Cork.
Impact of work-to-rule on family courts
A work-to-rule action by public sector unions has caused repeated closures and adjournments at Dublin's Dolphin House family law court, creating…
How to manage your male teenager and online trends
Psychotherapist Joanna Fortune discusses the impact of social media on young boys' body image, covering trends like "looksmaxing" and gym obsessions.
Alan Kelly on RTÉ's Oireachtas appearance
Alan Kelly, Chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Arts and Media, discusses the government's decision to withhold €20 million in funding from RTE,…
US Midterms: Parties react to historic night
This episode analyzes the US midterm elections, where Democrats flipped the Senate and House in a major rebuke of President Trump.
US Midterms: Democrats celebrate Blue-nami
This episode analyzes the historic "Blue Tsunami" in US midterms, where Democrats flipped control of both the House and Senate in a major repudiation of President Trump.
US Midterms: What next for the Iran War?
This episode analyzes the impact of the US-Iran conflict on the midterm elections, where Democrats gained control of Congress largely due to public backlash against soaring fuel prices.
How to budget for Christmas
Hosted by Drivetime, this episode features consumer columnist Katrina Redmond discussing practical strategies for budgeting during the cost of living crisis.
Republicans nervous as US votes in Midterms
This episode covers the 2026 US midterm elections, featuring insights from Professor Finola Ni'Elon on Minnesota's political landscape and the impact…
Should we keep the Deposit Return Scheme?
This episode examines the Irish deposit return scheme's financial projections, which forecast nearly €330 million in unclaimed deposit income by 2031.
Public sector pay impasse continues
This episode discusses the upcoming public sector pay strikes in Ireland, featuring Professor Edgar Morganroth and ISME CEO Neil Macdonald.
Regulating 'killer robots'
Beatrice Finn, Executive Director of Lex International, discusses the urgent need for a binding international treaty to prohibit fully autonomous…
'Bright light' - Ciara Mageean laid to rest
Hundreds of mourners gathered in Portaferry to bid farewell to two-time Olympian Ciara McGeehan, who died at age 34 after battling stage four cancer.
Public sector strike planned for next week
Irish public sector unions have announced a 24-hour strike for November 12 following an impasse in pay negotiations with the government, which has failed to make a credible offer.
US Midterms: Only a day to go before voting
With 24 hours left in the 2026 midterm elections, guest Simon Marks discusses polls suggesting Democrats may win a Senate landslide, including…
Minister Canney on changes for learner drivers
Minister of State Sean Canney discusses new regulations requiring learner drivers to pass a driving test before renewing permits held for over four years.
Should the screening age be lower for bowel cancer?
Following the death of Irish Olympian Ciara McGee, this episode discusses the urgent need to lower bowel cancer screening ages in Ireland.
Why do we cry?
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The Catch Up
Hosts Eamon McCauley and Paralympian Ellen Keane discuss a proposed ban on balaclavas in Cork parks, debating the balance between public safety and civil liberties.
Toll hikes for motorways and Port Tunnel coming
This Drivetime episode addresses upcoming toll increases on Irish roads, featuring Aontú leader Pádraig Tobin and TCD Professor Brian Caulfield.
Should we ban balaclavas?
Labour Councillor Peter Horgan advocates for a local bylaw banning balaclavas in Cork public parks to aid police in identifying and deterring antisocial behavior.
New learner rules to come in next week
This episode covers new Irish regulations requiring learner drivers to sit a driving test after holding only two permits, aiming to close a loophole…
What makes a good horror movie?
Film studies expert Sarcha Nilein joins the show to offer Halloween movie recommendations for all ages, ranging from family-friendly options like…
Celebrity Traitors UK comes to an end
This episode previews the finale of BBC’s Celebrity Traitors, discussing the dramatic twist where James Acaster revealed himself as a reluctant traitor before withdrawing from the show.
How to fix O'Connell Street
This episode examines the regeneration of Dublin's O'Connell Street, featuring street interviews and a debate between architect Roisin Murphy and Lord Mayor Daryl Barron.
Concerns over security for EU summit
This episode examines the potential impact of a "work-to-rule" action by the Garda Representative Association, driven by frontline officers'…
New generation obesity treatment on the way
GP Brian Higgins discusses Eli Lilly's new obesity drug, retatrutide, which outperforms Ozempic by adding glucagon to increase calorie burn.
Remember to boil those berries!
Former FSAI CEO Alan Riley discusses a warning to boil imported frozen berries for one minute to kill hepatitis A and norovirus, which survive the freezing process.
Samuel Beckett Bridge is a hazard for swans
This episode investigates the growing number of swans killed after colliding with the Samuel Beckett Bridge in Dublin, with reports indicating at least 17 deaths in two years.
US Midterms: View from a Democrat Congressman
Congressman Brendan Boyle discusses the US midterm elections, predicting a substantial Democratic victory in the House and a competitive chance to…
Over sixty dead after Madrid train crash
This episode covers the catastrophic Spanish high-speed train crash that killed at least 68 people, with journalist James Badcock reporting on the…
Israel deadlocked after election
Bel True, Chief International Correspondent for the London Independent, analyzes the deadlock following Israel's recent election, where neither…