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Summary
Valerie Cox celebrates Killary Fjord’s Lonely Planet recognition and discusses its film history. The pair then humorously critique a Dublin cocktail bar’s “puchine” menu and its dubious global ranking. Finally, they debate Andy Burnham’s proposal to lift alcohol bans in football stands, arguing the risk of hooliganism outweighs the benefits.
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Introduction and Killary Fjord recognition
Films shot in Killary and the pub in Linnane
Nature, salmon fishing, and the vibe of the fjord
Pucheen cocktail bar named in top 100
Critique of the bar's judging criteria
History of Pucheen and cultural significance
Anecdote about hotel miniature bottles
Andy Burnham and lifting alcohol ban in stadiums
History of the 1985 alcohol ban after Heysel
Comparison with concerts and women's football
Concerns about hooliganism in men's football
Current strict security measures at stadiums
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Debate on the science of the blood sugar study
Closing remarks and sign-off
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