Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Episodes
A Scare For Samhain At Leap
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Byrne hears from Deirdre Barry of Leap Scarecrow Festival about the scariest goings on down West yet! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...
Shop Local At Christmas
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kate Neville Neville Jewelers t tells Paul Byrne that shopping local keeps the City alive & local people in jobs Hosted on Acast. See acast....
2024-10-25 Speaking Out On World Dwarfism Day, Birds Targeted By Thugs With Slingshots, The Guinness Jazz Festival & more
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Being born with restricted growth lead to bullying as a child - now it's the inappropriate questions from adults…. Birds targeted by slingshots -&nb...
Nina Simone Is A Great Match For A Rebel City
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paul speaks to Karen Underwood about the enduring legacy of the formidable Nina Simone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A Welcome Boost For Cork Restaurants
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Salvatore Toscano from Ristorante Rossini Cork tells Paul Byrne in a tough year the Cork Guinness Jazz Festival is a welcome boost. Hosted on Acast. S...
Rebel Brass On Water
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Byrne talks to Amy O'Callaghan of the band about their weekend water gigs and finds out a bit more about the beloved brass band. Hosted on Acast....
Jazz Reaches Out To County
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ciarán Fitzgerald from The Blue Haven Collection tells Paul Byrne this Bank Holiday is important for the county areas too. Hosted on Acast. See acast...
Why Cork Is Brilliant
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paudie tells Paul Byrne how he discovered Cork through new eyes when bringing a group of Americans through our city and county. Hosted on Acast. See a...
Carol Nolle Rice Speaks Out On World Dwarfism Day
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Byrne speaks to Carol Noelle Rice on her tireless campaign for acceptance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Birds Being Targeted By Thugs With Slingshots -The Fight Against Bird Abuse in Cork
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Vincent Cashman CSPCA Cork speaks to Paul Byrne about the abuse of birds in Cork & the responsibility of being a dog owner Hosted on Acast. S...
More Free Events This Jazz than Ever
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Byrne talks to Fiona Collins about how this year there are more free events than ever. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...
The Loungeman Chats To Paul Byrne
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Conor “Crooner” O'Shea speaks to Paul Byrne about life on the road during the Jazz festival Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...
The Metropole And The Guinness Jazz Festival
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Byrne talks to Sandra Murphy from the Metropole about the great history and the great future of Jazz in the beloved hotel. Hosted on Acast. See a...
Cork To Trial New Yellow Box Cameras And More
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Byrne asks Geraldine Herbert motoring editor of the Sunday Independent if the new cameras will work and also asks how you can fine a scooter! Hos...
2024-10-24 Insurance High After Passing Test, SPHE Teachers Threatened, Coliseum Memories Of Debs & More...
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears that passing a driving test doesn't always mean cheaper insurance, how SPHE teachers got threatened, hears memories of debs and bowling in th...
Cork’s Street Art Global Champion On Making Art That Uplifts
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to fin DAC who says art should be uplifting and make life a bit better as you go down the street Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...
Beautiful Deerhound Cosmio Back Where He Belongs
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ learns the unusual story of an unusual dog, Cosmio the Deerhound Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Beatboxing - Bantry’s Chili Is A Pro!
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Chili from Bantry who represents Ireland at Beatboxing worldwide Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Breast Cancer - I Did The Camino
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from Orla that breast cancer is always a shock but fabulous modern treatments mean a bright future if caught in time. Hosted on Acast. See ac...
L-Drivers Still Hit For Costs After Test
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Mary who says costs should come down when the test is passed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Assisted Dying - Dáil Votes In Favour Of A Report
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from Kevin on why he is happy the Dáil voted In favour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Can I Still Get Retinol For My Skin?
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to skin expert Eavanna Breen about new EU rules and what they mean for beauty and skincare Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...
Staff Threatened After Training Teachers In Sex Education
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Pam O’Leary Guidance Counsellor and Teacher SPHE who was on a course that has seen educators face threats for doing their job Hosted on ...
Bye Bye Coliseum
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fin speaks to PJ as well as Sarah and Anthony about their memories of Leisureplex after a planning application to convert the complex on Mac...
2024-10-23 Cork In National Geographic Top 25, What Is Pink Cocaine, Halloween Is Samhain & More...
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears callers favorite Cork places as Cork enters the National Geographic Top 25, finds out what "pink cocaine" is and learns how modern women cele...
Samhain - The Celtic Roots Of Halloween & Remembering Our Loved Ones
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stacey Walsh chats to PJ about the meaning of Samhain & how it is a time to connect with our loved ones who are no longer here Hosted on Aca...
National Geographic Picks Cork For 2025
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Seamus Heaney Visit Cork speaks to PJ following the National Geographic choosing Cork in its Best of The World destinations for 2025 Hoste...
Event Centre Retender Brings Frustration To Business
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Conor Healy Chief Executive of Cork Chamber about the news there’s going to be another delay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...
How Would You Sell Cork To A Stranger?
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from caller Kate & listeners about their recommendations for tourists while in Cork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
Taxi Driver On Why Cork Is Great
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Taxi driver Derek O'Keeffe chats to PJ about the places tourists should go while in Cork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Shocking Abuse In The Workplace
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Rena Weld of Matrix Recruitment about soaring levels of racism, sexism and homophobia in the workplace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...
What Is “Pink Cocaine” The Drugs In The Spotlight After The Death Of Liam Payne?
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Harry Shapiro of Drugwise who explains what “Pink Cocaine” really is Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How To Teach Your Child Racism Is Wrong
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Bethan O’Riordan about how to handle a delicate topic especially when your child has been exposed to racist thinking outside the home an...
So Many Chefs And Food Ideas At Cork & Kerry Food Market
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Caroline Hennesy about the great chefs and food ideas at the Cork & Kerry Food Market Nov 2nd & 3rd City Hall see also here Hoste...
No Driving Tests & NCT Price-Hikes To Fund The RSA
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Cllr John Paul O’Shea who disagrees with raising fees for driving tests and the NCT to increase Road Safety Authority funding. Hosted on...
2024-10-22 Controversial Bus Corridors and Cycle Lanes, Catfishing, Buzzards In Blarney & More...
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears about why bus corridors and cycle lanes are an offer you can't refuse, learns about a new law on catfishing and learns why Blarney (and other...
Tom O’Byrne - Champion Of Blarney As Wildlife Haven
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Tom O’Byrne the wildlife activist who wants to bring beavers to Blarney Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Weathering the Work Storm -Your Rights During Extreme Weather
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cliona Kenny, Comyn Kelleher Tobin, speaks to PJ about the rights of employees during adverse weather conditions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...
Catfishing - Crackdown On The Way?
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Sen Lisa Chambers about catfishing, what is it, why is it so dangerous and why her bill might help Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...
Does It Matter Schools Are Using Unqualified Teachers
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Simon Lewis of Anseo.net about the latest in the teacher shortage and asks why it matters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...
Heroes Day Is Celebrating Halloweens The Thinning Of The Veil
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mia Poland Out In Cork speaks to PJ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Reward For Goods Missing Shandon Street Area
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Hugh Power, MD of Hydro Survey who is offering a reward for goods missing from Shandon St Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...
Gardaí To Conduct Search In Kryan Durnin Case
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Irish Sun Crime Editor Stephen Breen about the latest developments Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Update On Southside Parking Row
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Cllr Terry Shannon about why there is a row over parking and asks whether this might apply to more areas of the city shortly. Hosted on Ac...
2024-10-21 Parking Banned Outside Your House? Do You Have A Favorite Child? Flu-monia & More...
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ takes calls on harsh new parking restrictions in Cork's Southside, asks do you have a favorite child and hears about flu-monia. And more... Hosted ...
Chesty Winter! RSV Confusion & “Flumonia”
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Sheena Mitchell, pharmacist about why everyone is coughing and young ones need extra special help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...
Dodging Dog Dirt A Wheelchair Users Nightmare
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from Clare, a wheelchair user who tracked dog muck through her house because lazy people don't pick up after their dogs. Hosted on Acast. See...
We Need Our Parking Back
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ takes calls on the cuts in parking spaces in the Southside which worry shops and mums on the school run. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
Do You Have A Favourite Child?
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jen Hogan tells PJ some parents admit to having a favourite child & that kid does suffer for it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...
Pampering As Mental Health
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joseph Byrne, Joe The Hairdresser speaks to PJ about how his chair becomes a place for some to unwind Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
Reduced Bus Timetable Introduced With No Date For Reversal In Sight
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mick Barry TD tells PJ that 872 fewer bus runs will take place between Monday & Friday this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...
Quiet Please: Firework Noise Puts Patients at Risk
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Caroline who reminds us that people like her dad need peace and sleep in the last stages of their life and fireworks harm them Hosted on A...
Tips On PMS
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jennie Haire of GiGi supplements chats to PJ about the lack of understanding about how menstrual cycles can affect a woman Hosted on Acast. See acast...
Reggie From The Blackrock Road’s Classy Gig In Castlemartyr For Penny Dinners
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Reggie who is star of a gala night in aid of Penny Dinners at Castlemartyr Resort Dec 5th See here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
Seats and Scandals -The Road to Ireland's General Election
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hugh O’Connell chats to PJ following yesterday opinion poll in the Sunday Times & suggestions that a November election will be called Hosted on ...
2024-10-18 Rory’s Guitar Comes Home, Boozy Teens A Big Problem?, Drive Against Hate & more
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The gavel came down in London - Rory’s Guitar is coming home, Do you let your teens drink? - One mum says its made her daughter more responsible, Ge...
Sold - Rory Gallagher's Guitar Comes Back To Ireland
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sheena Crowley & Tánaiste Micheál Martin speak to PJ following the sale of Rory's signature guitar Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...
Scroll Less, Live More - 1 In 4 Kids Struggle To Disconnect
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Cooney CEO Cyber Safe Kids tells PJ that the algorithm pushes negative content & kids need to switch off Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...
Midleton - One Year After Storm Babet Floods
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from people in Midleton who were affected by the Storm Babet floods a year ago today Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...
Sweets, Tricks, and Halloween Treats
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Antoinette loves the tricks that happen at Halloween telling PJ that sometimes chocolate apples could be onion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...
Julian Vignoles Author "Rory Gallagher” Speaks To PJ
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears that Rory didn’t believe in set lists & was shy off stage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rory Gallagher - Memories & Memorabilia
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thomas & Pauline speak to PJ about their memories of Rory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nadia Adan's - Drive Against Hate
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nadia speaks to PJ after been targeted by trolls following her launch of a charity calendar for Mens Aid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...
Boozy Teens and Parental Permissiveness - A Recipe for Disaster?
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mary McCarthy tells PJ that teen drinking is still a huge issue & that some parents are adding to it, caller Charlene says that she allows her 17 ...
2024-10-17 Traffic Chaos, Victoria's Secret, My Child Deserves Therapy & More...
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks calls on yesterday's traffic, chats about the rebirth of Victoria's Secret and hears from a mum how having therapy pulled can harm a child. A...
Cork At A Standstill -Traffic Gridlock
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from callers about their commute home after whats was a day of chaos on the roads Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...
Seaview House In Ballylickey Scoops Pet Friendly Award
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Ronan about why they won the prestigious award from Georgina Campbell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thank You For Rescuing Me On Carrs Hill
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tina tells PJ that she had an awful experience on Carrs Hill but two people came to here rescue Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
Update – Appeal for Information Kyran Durnin (8 years) Missing Presumed Dead
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ruth O'Connell LMFM News updates PJ on the sad case of missing Kyran Durnin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
From Breakfast To Dinner DJ Kelleher Says Eggs Deliver
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
DJ takes PJ to task for forgetting about the eggs in our chat about breakfast and then chats about why there has been a huge burst of popularity as my...
Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Makes Amazing Return
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ asks Mary Jane what this all means? And we are happy about it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Update – Appeal for Information Kyran Durnin (8 years) Missing Presumed Dead
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ruth O'Connell LMFM News updates PJ on the sad case of missing Kyran Durnin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Paul Mescal - One Night Stands Are They Liberating Or Full Of Regret?
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Karen Murphy Counsellor & Psychotherapist speaks to PJ about the feelings that people can have after a one night stand Hosted on Acast. See ...
In Sickness and In Health
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen & Johannes chat to PJ about having to take the vow in sickness and in health literally only a few weeks after getting married ...
It's Heartbreaking What Happens My Boy When Therapists Are Withdrawn
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Suzanne who’s child is a student at St Killian’s Special School in Mayfield tells PJ they went to Dublin yesterday to explain what happens when a ...
2024-10-16 More Tunnel Closures To Come, Irish Breakfast In Trouble, Thank You Fr Paul & More...
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears we can expect more tunnel closures in the future, talks about the future of The Great Irish Breakfast, says thank you as Fr Paul makes his fi...
Is It Ever Safe To Blow The Whistle At Work?
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Michael Kavanagh of the Compliance Institute about when to do it, how to watch your back and how often people do it. Hosted on Acast. See ...
Is The Great Irish Breakfast Under Threat?
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Just like shrinkflation is hurting our sweet treats, critic Georgina Campbell says cost cutting is ruining our breakfast. PJ asks the king of breakfas...
Cork City Fire Brigade Pulling Together For Sick Kids
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Probationary firefighter Peter Spillett Cork City Fire Brigade tells PJ that he & 15 other recruits will pull a 10-tonne vintage fire engine...
Mum With Dementia Left Without Heat
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from Valerie who's mum has been living in a council house for 30 years & has been left waiting to have it fixed Hosted on Acast. Se...
Remembering Fr Paul O'Donoghue
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from James Twomey Boys and Girls of Knocka who pays tribute to Fr Paul O’Donoghue Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...
€800k Council Spend On Shuttering Derelicts
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Social Democrats Cllr Padraig Rice who found out some startling figures for shuttering costs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...
Appeal for Information Kyran Durnin (8 years) Missing Presumed Dead
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gardaí in Louth investigating the disappearance of Kyran Durnin (8 years) are appealing to the public for information.Kyran was reported missing from...
Nightly Tunnel Closures For The Foreseeable
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Damien Sreenan Cork's 96FM News chats to PJ about the Jack Lynch Tunnel closures Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Topless Men Down Down On The Farm
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tadgh speaks to PJ about taking part in this years Irish Farmers Calendar which is raising funds for Embrace FARM, a charity that provides a caring a...
Jamie Budd On Dining In Distress: The Fight To Save Our Great Eateries
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ chats to Jamie who went to yesterday’s protest in Dublin organized by ISME Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Are Uniforms Making Girls Shun Sports
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Emma DeSouza who says it’s a big part of the problem. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-10-15 What Is It Like To Live With Narcolepsy, Tatts For Meals, Minister For Hospitality & More...
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears what it's like to live with Narcolepsy, talks to a man who gives free meals for life if you tattoo his logo on your skin, chats about whether...
I Live With Narcolepsy, Here’s What That Means
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Ava Lehane about how she discovered she had narcolepsy and how she thrives now in everyday life. See also narcolepsy Hosted on Acast. See ...
QR Code Sticker Scam - Beware!
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Hilary about that viral video showing a QR code scam in a Dublin car park and they also chat a bit about streaming costs. Hosted on Acast....
Dyslexia - Don’t Force Irish On Us
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Sen Tim Lombard who says that students with dyslexia should not be sacrificed to promote Irish Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...
Would You Get A Tattoo For Free Meals For Life?
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Sebastian who runs a chipper with a unique challenge Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Do We Need A Minister For Tourism?
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from Senator Jerry Buttimer that Ireland's largest industry deserves its own minister especially to deal with the challenges the hospita...
Gaelic Football Rule Change Is Faster Better
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ takes calls on the new rules being trialed to make the game faster and more elegant but do they work? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...
Tánaiste Backing For Rory Gallaher’s Guitar?
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Sheena Crowley about the latest developments See also here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Before 5’s Rebirth: Funding Secured
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Christine Mullins in the light of funding announced yesterday for the Before 5s centre in Churchfield. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...
Changes That Happen You When You Become A Mum
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Melanie O’Driscoll, who is setting up a Mammy Hub and running evenings on the changes that happen. For more information see @the_mammy_h...
2024-10-14 A Base For The Kabin Crew, Are You Ready For Traitors? Are School Reunions For You & More...
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ takes calls on a big base for Kabin Krew, everyone is talking about The Traitors Ireland and School Reunion anxiety. And more... Hosted on Acast. S...
IDF Incursion Peacekeeping Dilemmas - UNIFIL's South Lebanon Challenges
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Vet Offr Ray Lane chats to PJ following the IDF Incursion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cork Students Sleepout For Homelessness
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Damien Sreenan 96FM News headed to Coláiste Éamann Rís to hear from staff and student who took part in the Focus Ireland Sleepout Hosted on Acast. ...