Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

Super Black Friday Travel Deals With Sarah Slattery

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Travel is one of the areas where you can really score on Black Friday and Sarah Slattery from thetravelexpert.ie has all the best deals to share with ...

Where Are Politicians Getting Our Phone Numbers From?

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As many listeners are surprised by a text looking for a vote, PJ asks Lubna Luxm an expert in regulation at the University Of Limerick, are politician...

Schoolkids With No Home Deserve Our Best Shot

26 Nov 2024

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PJ talks to Finbarr Hurley of Greenmount National School about how teachers try to help those living with homelessness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

Is Our Voting System A Bit Crazy Or A Bit Genius?

26 Nov 2024

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Gavan Reilly talks to PJ about how our voting system works with the help of sweets! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emma Shares Her Endometriosis Story To Help Others

26 Nov 2024

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Emma tells PJ about the pain of endometriosis and why it is important to talk about it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork City Hospitals Childrens Club Christmas Extravaganza

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to John Looney of Cork City Hospitals Children's Club about how they make Xmas special for special kids and to dad Cian father of Alex who wi...

Are You Watching The Leaders Debate Tonight

26 Nov 2024

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PJ talks to Adam Higgins of The Sun about how leaders might slip up tonight at a crucial point in the election. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...

Missing Pat "Patsy" O'Sullivan Is My Brother Please Share Any Information

25 Nov 2024

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PJ talks to Jerry O'Sulivan about his brother "Patsy" who was last seen in the Mallow area in 1992. If you have information contact Garda Confidential...

Charlotte Spoke For So Many Of Us When She Spoke Up To The Taoiseach

25 Nov 2024

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Rebecca tells PJ Charlotte Fallon has highlighted so much that people didn't know about during her exchange with the Taoiseach over the weekend. Hoste...

Did The Taoiseach "Let The Mask Slip" Talking To Kanturk's Charlotte Fallon?

25 Nov 2024

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PJ talks to John Paul O'Shea from FG, Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire from SF and Mick Barry from Solidarity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...

Maura Higgins & Richard Coles On I'm A Celebrity

25 Nov 2024

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Orla O'Donovan tells PJ about the new stars of I'm A Celebrity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charlotte Fallon Speaks To JP About Her Viral Meeting With The Taoiseach

25 Nov 2024

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JP from C103 caught up with Charlotte to chat about how the meeting happened and what her concerns are. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

Pizzas Of Heart Truck Back After Blaze Thanks To Friendship

25 Nov 2024

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PJ talks to Peppe Esposito about how friends rallied to get him open the next day after a fire destroyed his trailer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

2024-11-25 Charlotte Fallon & the Taoiseach, more flood damage, my brother is missing for 32 years & more

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The carer who tackled the Taoiseach - Charlotte Fallon says they’ve talked again over the weekend...Another storm - another flood - some businesses ...

Conor McGregor Judgement

25 Nov 2024

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PJ talks to Shane Phelan of the Irish Independent who is across the case Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Floods In Riverstick And Mallow

25 Nov 2024

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Rebecca Mullen of The Flour House who got flooded during Storm Bert and to Gary O'Connor whose picture of a nearly-submerged bus shelter in Mallow wen...

Election '24 - Cork's "Runners and Riders" for Friday 29th

23 Nov 2024

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2024-11-22 Let's Put Barriers On Cork Quays, Mary Lou McDonald Leader Of The Opposition, Sir Henry's Artwork & More...

22 Nov 2024

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PJ hears about a coroner's pleas for a safer Cork, talks to SF's Mary Lou McDonald, leader of the opposition, talks Henry's artwork. And more... Hoste...

My Pub Photo Hobby Is Now A Bit Of A Side Hustle!

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Peter O'Toole tells PJ how he got into photographing pubs and his new calendar. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iconic Sir Henry's Artwork

22 Nov 2024

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PJ chats with Ian Armstrong about the iconic posters and flyers for Henry's dance events and how you can get some legendary artwork in your home. Hos...

Rugby Rebels: Jack Squibb On Wheelchair Sports Journey

22 Nov 2024

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PJ Coogan chats with Jack Squibb star player for Rebel Wheelers, about the return of the Irish Wheelchair Rugby League to Cork. Hosted on Acast. See a...

Leader Of The Opposition Mary Lou McDonald

22 Nov 2024

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Leader of the Opposition Mary Lou McDonald talks to PJ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Time For Barriers On Cork Quays

22 Nov 2024

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PJ talks to Liz Dunphy of the Irish Examiner about a corner's plea for a safer Cork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LGBT+ Groups Vote With Pride

22 Nov 2024

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PJ chats to LINC's Kate Moynihan as 18 LGBT+ groups come together with their hopes from the next government Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

Camino Crusader Izzy's Score for CRITICAL

22 Nov 2024

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PJ talks to Izzy about her epic 120 km trek across the Spanish Camino and the vital impact on CRITICAL’s emergency response network. Hosted on Acast...

2024-11-21 We Set Up Our Own Childcare, Dealers In Derelict Dens, Some Brides Want Dad To Give Them Away & More...

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Aoife about Blarney Community Playschool, hears from Willie about dealers taking over areas near derelict council properties and chats abo...

Cork North Central Constituency Profile

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears a constituency profile from Damien Sreenan and Nicola Flynn of Cork's 96FM Newsroom and then chats to Donal O'Keefe of the Echo about the can...

Prepping For Motoring In A Cold Snap

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Declan Ennis from Top Part Motor Factors gives PJ some tips for protecting you and your car. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...

Drug Dealing Around Derelict Council Buildings Plus Online Drug Supermarkets

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Willie O'Brien of Noonan's Rd Residents Association about dealing in the area now Council buildings are empty awaiting refurb and to Paul ...

More On Giving Away The Bride

21 Nov 2024

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PJ chats with Ailish about the tradition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Xmas Shopping Tips

21 Nov 2024

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PJ gets tips for cheerful Christmas shopping without blowing the budget from Ann-marie Gaynor, Instagram's Irish Budgeting Mammy Hosted on Acast. See ...

Remembering Eileen Nolan Who Founded The Monforts

21 Nov 2024

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PJ talks to Catherine Mahon Buckley and Michael Sands remember Eileen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We Started Our Own Childcare

21 Nov 2024

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PJ chats with Aoife Coughlan of Blarney Community Childcare and how it started Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-11-20 Remembering Tonys Bistro James O'Connor, Favorite Xmas Markets, Tapping Heals Your Mind & More...

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ and Grace celebrate the life of James O'Connor from Tony's Bistro as a school gets built in his name, we chat about what makes a great Christmas ma...

Tapping Heals Your Mind

20 Nov 2024

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PJ hears from Ger O'Brien how EFT tapping can heal your mind. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Bride Isn't Yours To Give Away!

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Diana and PJ discuss "giving away the bride" at weddings and Claire Dilworth of Cinderella's Closet joins with a few stories! Hosted on Acast. See aca...

Not So Free HRT?

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Sheena Mitchell, Health Podcaster and Pharmacist at Wondercare.ie,  who welcomes the scheme but not the hidden costs that she says ar...

Tony's Bistro Chef James O'Connor's Legacy: Building Kids Futures in Sierra Leone

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Grace O'Connor, about her husband the much-loved chef James O'Connor from Cork's Tony's Bistro. The city of Cork has always held James in ...

What Makes A Good Xmas Market

20 Nov 2024

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PJ Coogan and Eoghan Corry of Air & Travel Magazine chat about what makes a truly great Christmas market. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...

After One Cork Earthquake Will There Be More?

20 Nov 2024

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PJ talks to James Grannell of the Irish National Seismic Network after West Cork felt an earthquake on Tuesday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...

Cork South West Constituency Profile

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears a constituency profile from Mairead Twohig of Cork's 96FM Newsroom and then chats to Kieran O'Mahony of the Southern Star about the candidate...

Orange Warning For Cork!!!

20 Nov 2024

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PJ chats to Alan O'Reilly from Carlow Weather about what we can expect as the cold sets in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...

2024-11-19 Bus Timetables Still Useless, Why Don't Men Offer To Pay For Meals, Celebrate Thanksgiving With American Football & More...

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears that the new, curtailed bus timetable still suffers from "ghost busses", he asks why men no longer offer to pay for meals on dates and learns...

Celebrate Thanksgiving With American Football

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Charles Washington about the Cork Admirals American Football Team rookie training days at Musgrave Park. See also here Hosted on Aca...

Sarah Jane From Coachford College Wins Garda Youth Award For MND Fundraiser

19 Nov 2024

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PJ talks to Sarah Jane O’Sullivan about the fundraiser inspired by the life of Deputy Principal Diarmuid Hickey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...

So Hard To Get A Job For My Degrees I Might Emigrate

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Atakan who says time spent on jobs panels is making him think of leaving Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...

Cork Dad 's Toy Drive To Help Kids For Xmas

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Glen Pitter, a handyman with a heart! See also here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My Lad Is So Sick Because of Housing Crisis

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Stephen whose lad must escape damp housing because of his chest but who cannot get help from the Council. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

Dine & Dash - Who Pays For Date Dinner?

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Annette about why men don't offer to pay the bill at dinner dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork North West Constituency Profile

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears a constituency profile from Katie O'Keefe of Cork's 96FM Newsroom and then chats to Concubhar Ó Liatháin of the Echo about the candidates. ...

Bus Chaos Still For 220 Even After Revised Schedule

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Traci who says it is impossible to depend on the 220 for getting to college. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After All CCFC Kit Inspired By Young Offenders Bad Boys The Frank & Walters

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Cork City Football Club Frank Usher about their fab new kit inspired by Cork favorites The Frank & Walters Hosted on Acast. See acast....

Tough Sentences Encourage Victims Of Sexual Violence To Tell Their Story

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to reporter Olivia Kelleher who was in court for two significant cases that have given hope to survivors thinking of coming forward. NEED HEL...

2024-11-18 Corkmas Parade A Huge Success, 4 Generations In St Johns Ambulance, Taxi Safety & More...

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears about the great weekend Corkmas Parade, 4 generations of one family serving in St Johns Ambulance, taxi driver fears. And more... Hosted on A...

The Late Jon Kenny

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Cork musician George Patterson about the loss of his great friend, George Patterson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

Barry McGuigan Favorite For I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here?

18 Nov 2024

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PJ chats with Lorraine and Ross about last night's I'm A Celebrity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Santa Paws From The CSPCA For Santa’s Little Woofers

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Vincent Cashman about the  CSPCA's jolly event that's bringing Santa to your furry friends and festive cheer to the mums and dads. It...

St Johns Ambulance Have Seen Four Generations Of The Wallace Family

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Sallyanne & Charlotte the latest of four generations to serve St Johns Ambulance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

Don't Ignore Poor Hearing

18 Nov 2024

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PJ talks to Terence Rea of The Cork Deaf Association as we start Hard Of Hearing Awareness Week Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...

Brewing Up Cork's Nightlife

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears about the new plan to help kickstart the night time economy by keeping cafes open later. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...

Schools Hit By Soaring Energy Costs

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Siobhán Buckley of Millstreet Presentation NS tells PJ they have to beg from help from parents because of it.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

Cork East Constituency Profile

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Coming up to the General Election PJ chats to Ralph Riegel of the Irish Independent about Cork East while Damien Sreenan from Cork's 96FM News talks ...

Nicola Tallant Thinks Gerry Hutch Might Get A Dáil Seat

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Nicola Tallant who interviewed Hutch on his decision to run for the Dáil. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Corkmas Parade Magic

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cork stepped into a winter wonderland on Friday. Kelly O'Sullivan from The Cork's 96FM HitMix unwraps the magic of Cork's first-ever Corkmas Parade to...

2024-11-15 Cork Airport Winter Routes, An Tánaiste Micheál Martin, Cork Celebs In The Jungle & More...

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Cork Airport about their new winter schedule, An Tánaiste Micheál Martin about listener concerns and the forthcoming election, asks what...

Winter Food Is Comfort Food

15 Nov 2024

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PJ talks to Chef Jack O'Keefe about the comfort food and dishes of winter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm A Celebrity News Plus What Corkie Would You Send To The Jungle

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Orla O'Donovan gives PJ the latest goss on the show while Corks 96FM Producer Paul Byrne hits the streets to ask what Cork celebrity should be sent to...

Cork’s Steven Cairns On the Tyson v Paul & Taylor v Serrano Fights

15 Nov 2024

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PJ chats to Steven about two fights there’s huge interest in Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Conor McGregor's Testimony

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ catches up with the latest in the civil case Conor McGregor is involved in with Shane Phelan of the Irish Independent. Hosted on Acast. See acast....

An Tánaiste Micheál Martin Live In Studio

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to An Tánaiste Micheál Martin about listener concerns and the election ahead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...

Insta-Kids: The Digital Dilemma Ff Sharing Smallies Online

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ asks Jen Hogan Should we be posting pictures of our children on social media? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ Chats To Donncha O'Callaghan

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Donncha O'Callaghan joins PJ to chat about rugby, fitness, I'm A Celebrity and his book "Disaster Dad Chicken Chaos" If you want more Donncha, he's do...

Cork Airport Winter Schedule

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Barry Holland about the new schedule Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-11-14 Cork Needs A Commuter Revolution, Poster Watch, Peggy Has Her Xmas Tree Up & More...

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ takes calls from Ciarán who says put traffic and commuter issues to politicians on the doorstep,on illegal or dangerous election posters and from ...

How I Found Out I Had Diabetes

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Paloma about discovering she has Diabetes and to Charlotte Pearson of Diabetes Ireland as we mark World Diabetes Day. Hosted on Acast. See...

Buried History: Cobh's Ship Murders

14 Nov 2024

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PJ hears about the chilling tale of a forgotten murder in Cobh from Terri Ryan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nailed It: Carpenter Eoin Reardon’s Rise to TikTok Royalty

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ catches the latest from Eoin Reardon the Ballincollig carpenter with over 3m followers who has been nominated for a TikTok award. Hosted on Acast. ...

The Questions We All Need To Know About Dinosaurs

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Ranger Tony to find out some of the day to day life of dinosaurs.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork Night Time Economy Plan Needs A Few Tweaks?

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ Coogan gets the lowdown from Paul Montgomery and Paul Walsh on why they have doubts about the new nightlife plan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Too Early For Xmas Trees? Not For Peggy!

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Peggy, famous for her decorations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brain Damage From Booze

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Alcohol Forum Ireland CEO Paula Leonard about the damage creeping on people that they don't notice  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Cork Needs A Commuter Revolution

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Ciarán from the Cork Commuter Coalition who says now is the time to put pressure on politicians. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

2024-11-13 No Childcare Workers, Life As A Crime Reporter, Dating In Cork & London & More...

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears about no staff for government childcare schemes as they quit over pay, talks to Paul Williams on life as a crime writer, chats with Ash who i...

Stress Is Up To 90 In Munster Region

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Dr Philip Kieran about the levels of stress showing up in GP surgeries and when it is time to worry about your stress. Hosted on Acast. S...

Snips of Joy - Joe The Hairdresser's Holiday Magic

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Joe about how community comes together to help more people have the Christmas they deserve. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

Ashling Is Dating Her Way Through The Sludge But Still Having Fun

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ chats to Ashling, @ashthepimp88 on TikTok, about the single life in London and Cork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Williams On What’s It Like Working As A Crime Reporter

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Paul Williams about his new book “Crooks: The Stories Behind The Headlines” which is about life as a crime reporter. Hosted on Acast....

Marcus Wanted To Be A Vet - A Crash Ended His Life At 18 Years, 18 Days

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Meghan Scully as we come up to World Road Victims Remembrance Day on Sunday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Childcare Workers Walking Away To Better Jobs

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ chats to Gillian and to Frances Byrne of Early Childhood Ireland who say politicians just won’t be able to staff any expansion of childcare. Hos...

Teacher Takedown - Conor Gives Ryanair's O'Leary A Schooling

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to teacher Conor about the remarks O'Leary made about teachers in politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2024-11-12 It's Corkmas! Swimming From Scotland, Don't Get Scammed & More...

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears about how Cork will celebrate Xmas, talks to Olga one of the few women to swim from Scotland to Ireland, gets tips on avoiding scams. And mor...

Swimming Scotland To Ireland Was Great But I Want Another Challenge Says Olga

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Olga O'Sullivan who swam the Dal Riata challenge in memory of her husband Colm for the Irish Heart Foundation and now is looking for anoth...

What Does Jack Have To Say On Election 2024?

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears from Jack from jackeduppolitics podcast about how the campaigns are going so far and who he thinks will win Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

My Tweets About Cork Got 700,000 Views!

12 Nov 2024

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PJ talks to Koen Berghuis of paliparan.com who posted photos of Cork and Cobh on X/Twitter and at the time of writing they got over 700,000 views. Ho...

Breakups, Job Loss And Bereavement All Lead To Grief

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Jackie Furlong about grief in all its forms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why Are So Many Small Businesses Shut Out Of The Power Up Grant?

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Teresa O’Brien from Unforgettable Flowers in Blackpool one of many who find it impossible to get the grant meant to help businesses faci...

Scammers Made €10bn In Ireland Last Year - Don't Get Caught

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ gets tips from MTU's Dr Hazel MurrayHazel appeared on RTE's "10 Things To Know About" check the RTE Player Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

James O'Connor Is Our Proud Corkonian Electrical Apprentice Of The Year!

12 Nov 2024

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We're very proud of James, an apprentice at O'Shea's Electrical. PJ chats to him about apprentice life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

Cork Lights Up For Xmas From Friday!

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Trish Murphy, Events Manager at Cork City Council about our Corkmas celebration! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...

Are City Shops In For A Rates Shock?

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Eoin English of the Irish Examiner about last night's budget meeting in Cork City Council and to Sheena McCarthy of Oliver Plunkett St fav...