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Air quality and missed targets: EPA warning signals about climate change
Dr.
Middleton residents upset at lack of flood defences despite storm passing
This report from Middleton, County Cork, highlights the lingering trauma and anxiety among residents following the recent passage of Storm Austin.
All the best movie and telly picks with the culture panel
Guests Aoife Barry and Brian Redden review upcoming entertainment, starting with the Netflix documentary "Norm," which chronicles comedian Norm Macdonald's life through his own audio narration.
Marathon prep as Dublin race set for this weekend
Ahead of the 45th Irish Life Dublin Marathon, running coach Mary Jennings and sports nutritionist Aoife Quinn offer essential race-day advice.
As nightclub numbers dwindle- Have we lost the ability to make connections?
Reporter Florence O'Koje explores the 84% decline in Irish nightclubs, citing rising operational costs, restrictive licensing, and high consumer prices as primary drivers.
How to make farms safer with four in ten workplace accidents happening in agriculture
This episode examines the alarming rate of farm fatalities in Ireland and the recent reduction in farm safety funding.
Lessons from school we wish we could remember
John Burke discusses his new book, *Things We Used to Know*, which revisits forgotten school lessons and the enduring value of rote learning.
Do we need consent to hug our grandparents?
This episode discusses a viral ad campaign by the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre that depicts a child seeking consent before hugging grandparents, sparking debate over the boundaries of bodily autonomy.
Call for welfare payments to be moved out of GPO to tackle anti-social behaviour
Green Party Councillor Janet Horner reacts to Arnett’s proposal to stop social welfare payments at the GPO to combat antisocial behavior, arguing that removing public services is counterproductive.
Impact of criminal legal aid dispute from court reporter's viewpoint
Court reporters Declan Brennan and David Raleigh discuss the escalating dispute between solicitors and the government, which has caused significant delays in Irish courts.
School meal overspend as figures reveal one in five discarded
This episode examines the financial mismanagement and quality control failures in Ireland's universal school meals program, as highlighted by the Controller and Auditor General.
Government wants HSE to cap hospital parking
This episode discusses the Irish government's consideration of a €10 daily cap on hospital parking charges, a recommendation pending since 2018.
False Widow Spider Alert
This episode features Michelle Dugan from the University of Galway discussing the rise in false widow spider encounters as temperatures drop.
Re-Examination of the O.J. Simpson Case
Journalist Marion McKeown discusses a new New York Times investigation into the O.
From Beckham to the Royals: Why Families Fall Apart
Counselling psychologist Niamh Delmar discusses the rising trend of family estrangement, noting that adult children are increasingly cutting ties with parents due to toxic dynamics.
UK Ambassador to Ireland
British Ambassador to Ireland Cara Owen discusses the strong momentum in UK-Irish relations, highlighting trade growth, university partnerships, and the importance of the Common Travel Area.
Death of the Dinner Party
Food writer Ali Dunworth discusses the decline of formal dinner parties, attributing the shift to rising costs, time constraints, and the ease of dining out.
Vinted VS Charity Shops: The Secondhand Showdown
This episode examines how the rise of online resale platforms like Vinted and fast fashion is impacting traditional charity shops, which are facing declining donations of high-quality items.
Warnings Over Railway Trespassing
Cahill Mangan, Chief Civil Engineer with Iarnród Éireann, discusses the persistent dangers of railway trespassing in Ireland, highlighting risks from…
A busy day for Government
Political correspondent Jack Horgan-Jones discusses the escalating conflict between Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan and striking solicitors over…
Cork Community mourns couple killed in house fire
This episode covers the tragic house fire in Cork that claimed the lives of William and Geraldine Hawkes, a beloved local couple.
Dinner in the bag: easy meal prep
Chef Lou Robbie joins David McCullagh to explain the "dump bag" method for convenient, budget-friendly slow cooker meals.
Rape cases disrupted over legal aid dispute
Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan accused legal aid solicitors of deliberately targeting rape cases during a payment dispute, a claim strongly denied…
From the State savings scheme to boosting your pension: Eoin McGee answers your questions
Financial planner Owen McGee joins David McCullagh to discuss whether state savings schemes beat inflation and advises that long-term, diversified…
Triple Lock vote – is it time to free up where troops can be deployed?
This episode examines the Irish government’s proposal to scrap the “triple lock” mechanism, which currently requires a UN mandate, government…
Gender Pay Gap Portal - is it working?
Jennifer Keane, founder of paygap.
Residents upset as student parking causes issues near Limerick University
Residents near Technological University Shannon in Limerick are frustrated by illegal student parking that blocks driveways and footpaths.
Increased insurance costs and would you let a black box monitor your driving?
David McCullagh discusses rising car insurance costs with Dara Cassidy from Bonkers.
Sister of one punch attack victim campaigns for everyone's right to arrive home safely
Sharon Lynn, whose brother Martin was killed in an unprovoked attack, discusses her campaign for tougher sentencing and better victim support with David McCullagh.
The latest on the protests engulfing France
David McCullagh discusses the severe unrest in France, where student protests over the cost of living escalated into widespread riots, resulting in over 2,400 arrests and significant property damage.
The inside story of how the children's hospital was built- at any cost
Paul Cullen discusses his book "Billion Dollar Baby," detailing the catastrophic delays and cost overruns of Ireland’s National Children's Hospital.
New research reveals 5 ways people can be put at risk of homelessness
New DePaul research reveals homelessness often stems from a domino effect of life events rather than a single cause.
Would a wealth tax in Ireland be equitable or unfair
This episode examines a new ESRI report on Irish household wealth, which has doubled since 2013 but remains highly concentrated among the top 10%.
Attention infidelity – it's not you it's my phone!
Host David McCullagh and psychotherapist Helen Vaughan discuss the concept of "attention infidelity," where excessive phone use disrupts face-to-face connection.
Do Meta specs help the visually impaired?
This episode explores the controversy surrounding smart glasses, contrasting privacy concerns with their potential to aid the visually impaired.
Criminal Solicitors dispute full escalation from today
Criminal defense solicitors have withdrawn all legal aid services, including for custody and child cases, after the Minister for Justice refused to negotiate a new payment scheme.
Should main street vape shops be shut down?
Cork City Councillor Peter Horgan and vape industry spokesperson Joe Dunn debate the rapid proliferation of vape shops in Ireland.
The Gathering
This episode discusses the recent public sector strike in Ireland, with guests debating whether the government mishandled negotiations by delaying talks until the eve of industrial action.
Mile high meltdowns - why are air rage incidents on the rise?
Hollywood actress Selma Blair’s in-flight arrest sparks a discussion on the rising trend of air rage incidents.
Time’s up for ‘leap second’
Host David McCullagh discusses the decision to abolish the leap second with physicist Dr.
Patrick O’Donovan remains in critical condition plus update on strike action
David McCullagh discusses the ongoing Irish public sector pay dispute with Irish Independent editor Fionnain Sheehan.
AFRID and fear of food in children
Paediatric occupational therapist Teresa Foley discusses the spectrum of childhood eating difficulties, distinguishing normal neophobia from Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID).
Zelensky in Brussels as EU funding for Ukraine comes into sharp focus
Zelensky visits Brussels to secure €70 billion in aid as EU budget talks stall over defense spending.
Gardai cracking down on nail bar human trafficking
Detective Superintendent Derek Maguire discusses the rising threat of human trafficking in Ireland, highlighting recent warnings about potential exploitation in nail bars.
Infinite scrolling ban and kids falling asleep to devices
This episode examines a new survey revealing that one in five Irish children fall asleep using devices, highlighting the severe impact on sleep and brain development.
The genius of crows proves they're no bird brains
Wildlife writer Jim Wilson and TD Barry Heenahan discuss the remarkable intelligence of crows, highlighting their ability to use tools, solve puzzles, and recognize human faces.
Did the Russians interfere in key British elections?
Alistair Campbell discusses his new book, *Percivilience*, arguing that active, hopeful resilience is superior to passive endurance in navigating modern challenges.
Australia planning to give you the right to turn off your algorithm
David McCullagh and Tom McElroy discuss new Australian legislation requiring social media platforms to offer users an algorithm-free mode and enforce digital duty of care standards.
Debate on EU call to triple data centre capacity
David McCullagh discusses the European Commission’s call to triple data center capacity for AI, featuring Andrew Brownlee of the Construction Industry Federation and Ciarán Ahern of Labour.
Where to go on winter breaks
David McCullagh and Sarah Slattery from TravelExperts.