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Summary
Matt Cooper, Emily, and Paddy discuss the criminal damage caused by students in Limerick, contrasting their actions with legitimate housing activism. The show also covers the US Defense Secretary’s controversial plan to livestream a firing squad execution and the death of author Geoffrey Archer, whose obituaries sparked debate. Finally, the hosts explore the concept of "attention infidelity" and share a viral TikTok from a Wicklow councillor.
Topics discussed
Intro and sound effect teaser
Students destroy house in Limerick College Court
Listener reactions and housing market impact
Siberian plague death mystery and pandemic fatigue
Listener comments on Limerick incident
US plans to livestream firing squad execution
Death of author Geoffrey Archer and legacy
The concept of 'attention infidelity'
Viral TikTok by Wicklow Councillor Joe Behan
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