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GAA bosses at the Oireachtas health committee
Senator Yvonne Whelan discusses the urgent need for clarity on the Gaelic Games integration process following the resignation of steering group chair Mary McAleese.
The economics of cruise ships
This episode examines the record-breaking growth of the global cruise industry, which welcomed 37.
Explained: The Cornell rape investigation
This episode examines a scandal at Cornell University involving a civil lawsuit alleging a former student was drugged and gang-raped by seven fraternity members.
Remembered: Jeffrey Archer
Ryan Tuberty discusses the sudden death of British author Geoffrey Archer, whom he was scheduled to interview just hours before the news broke.
Is smoking being portrayed as sexy?
David McCullagh discusses the concerning trend of celebrities and fashion brands glamorizing smoking, which threatens to re-normalize tobacco use among youth.
Drug barons are using children as foot soldiers
This episode examines the alarming trend of drug gangs in Ireland exploiting children as foot soldiers, highlighted by a judge’s description of the issue as a "cancer on the state.
Does Dublin need rickshaw regulations?
Dublin and Galway councillors discuss urgent regulation of rickshaws following a fatal collision in the capital.
Why are schools burning in France?
Naomi O'Leary discusses escalating student protests in France over underfunded schools and poor conditions, which have sparked violent clashes with police.
The reality of serving a life sentence in Ireland
Barry Cummins explores the reality of life imprisonment in Ireland, noting that 542 lifers are currently serving sentences, with 128 living in the community on parole.
Budget 2027 - What will it mean for you?
This episode previews Ireland's 2027 Budget, featuring street interviews in County Cork that highlight public anxiety over fuel, housing, and healthcare costs.
Halloween Harvest Under Threat
This episode examines the impact of Ireland's record-breaking summer heat on the agricultural sector, featuring experts from Chagas, the IFA, and local growers.
Criminal Aid Dispute Continues
This episode examines the ongoing dispute between criminal defense solicitors and the Department of Justice over new legal aid payment structures,…
Where is the 'Putney Pusher'?
This episode revisits the 2017 "Putney Pusher" incident, where a jogger pushed a woman into the path of a bus in London.
The countdown to Budget 2027
This episode previews Ireland’s upcoming budget, focusing on a proposed childcare fee cap of €550 for under-sevens and tax adjustments for middle-income earners.
Olivia Dean in Bill Withers Copycat Row
This episode examines a new music plagiarism lawsuit filed against Olivia Dean, alleging her 2025 hit "I've Seen It All" copies Bill Withers' "Just the Two of Us.
What next for the FAI & the Irish team?
Football correspondent Daniel Macdonald analyzes Ireland's 1-1 draw with Israel, focusing on the severe political tensions that overshadowed the…
Are modern car headlights causing havoc?
Motoring Editor Geraldine Herbert discusses the growing safety concerns surrounding modern LED headlights, which are brighter and often mounted higher on rising SUVs.
Drumcree Dispute - what now?
Journalist Amanda Ferguson reports from outside the Court of Appeal regarding a judicial review application challenging the Parades Commission's…
ASTI & INTO begin industrial action
This episode covers the start of a "work to rule" by Irish primary and secondary teachers, demanding better pay and challenging the government's approach to negotiations.
The Gathering
This episode examines the tensions within Ireland's coalition government as they finalize the 2027 budget, with ministers clashing over limited spending growth and energy relief.
Parents need to put down their phones
Family digital coach Ruth Buckley discusses how parents can manage screen time by modeling mindful habits and identifying specific moments to protect from digital interruptions.