Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Episodes
Budget Betrayal: Parents of Children with Disabilities Speaks Out
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rebecca O Riordan tells PJ the Government's claim that "carers will feel seen" is widely disputed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...
Rebuilding After Storm Babet -One Year On
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Aisling from A Vision Of Beauty speaks to PJ a year after her home & business was flooded during storm Babet Hosted on Acast. See acas...
School Reunions Drinks Flow And Stories Grow
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Reunions trigger memories of cliques and mean girls Tanya Sweeney tells PJ Coogan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bus Drivers vs. Vandalism in Cork - On the Front Line
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ chats to Dermot O'Leary General Secretary of NBRU after a number of bus routes were suspended due to vandalism Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...
The Kabin Crew - Transform The Hollyhill Inn From Pints to Performances
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cllr Michelle Gould tells PJ that the Hollyhill Inn which has been closed for a number of years should become home for the Kabin Crew Hosted on Acast....
Died With Pride - A Different Way
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Karen Dempsey about funerals with pride if you would like more information click here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...
Sweet Politics- Cut The Price Of A Freddo
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from the Patrick Hurley MP about his call to cut the price of a Freddo bar following consultation with school kids in his constituency Hosted...
The Traitors: A game of trust and treachery do you have what it takes to play?
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shane Bucks Cork's 96FM speaks to PJ about The Traitors following the announcement an Irish version is to be made Enter Here Hosted on Acast. Se...
Taxed to the Limit: The Fight to Save Our Pubs
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael O'Donovan from The Castle Inn speaks to PJ about the upcoming VFI protest to save their industry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...
2024-10-11 Lennox's Curry Bought, My Ex Is DM-ing Me, Garda Won’t Let Mum Walk Down City Street & more
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sauce with a Cause -Norbert’s delighted he got his hands on a carton of Lennox Curry for 51 euro & helped out Penny Dinners… Nostalgia vs. Rea...
Essentials For Babies With Mums Who Need Help
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Elaine Noonan of Community Connect about their “Baby Bank” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Stolen Motors : Car Theft
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from Orlaith following he care being stolen in Carrigaline Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Messaging First Love Online Would You?
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mairead The Matchmaker speaks to PJ about the trend of people messaging their first loves & Nikki tells her experience of contacting hers Hosted ...
Cork’s Northern Lights
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
David Ross Top of the Rock Pod Páirc, West Cork & Darren Johnston 96FM speak to PJ about the amazing sights of the Northern Lights Ho...
Garda Rep Says He Would Not Let Mother Walk Down Oliver Plunkett St
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Padraig Harrington Garda Representative Association speaks to PJ about the lack of Garda numbers in Cork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...
Mr Ireland Glenn Williamson: Dancing Through Adversity
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
‘Dance for Jigsaw Danceathon’ on Sunday, October 13th ,2024 at ‘Midleton GAA Hall ‘from 2-5 PM Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
City Centre Violence - I’m Thinking Twice About Going Back
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from Helen who says she is thinking twice about going into the City anyone after witnessing a fight at 11 am Hosted on Acast. See acast...
Is Diddy Done?
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from FM104’s Sarah Jayne Tobin that Diddy’s investigation is rocking the music world Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...
Schools Need More Than Phone Pouches!
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to a teachers who say we need investment in real education Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lennox Curry Bought & Best Chipper Results
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Norbert tells PJ he purchased the curry sauce & Joe O’Shea Cork Beo tells us who won their poll for Cork’s best chipper. Hosted on...
Why’s My Goldfish Changing Colour ?
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lyndon chats to PJ following a listener's query about their goldfish changing colour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-10-10 Boyd Calls From Hurricane In Florida, People Power Victory For St Killians, Owning A Cafe At 18 & More...
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks Boyd Herrington Crews in Florida as Storm Milton rages, victory at last for St Killian's kids and parents, Sarah opened a cafe at 18 and she'...
From Baking Birthday Cakes To Owning A Cafe At 18
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Sarah Slavin who is trailblazing young business in Cork with her Buttevant cafe “Sarah At The Crossroads” Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
Time For Some Care For Retail In Cork
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Cllr Shane Fitzgerald and Eddie Mullins of Fitzgerald menswear who say now is the wrong time to have a rates increase Hosted on Acast. See...
Jackie Lennox Curry Sauce
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Sean" chats to PJ about selling the legendary curry sauce, one of which has sold for 51 euro with half of the money going to Penny Dinners. Hosted on...
Does Your Child Need Help With Dyslexia
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Often we don’t realise Una Buckley tells PJ Coogan. More Info Here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Why Arthur Leahy Was So Important For LGBTQ Rights In Cork
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Arthur Leahy the man who pioneered a lot of activism in Cork from Gay Rights to Gaza protests Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...
Victory for St. Killian’s Parents
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to mum Eibhlín Gleeson and Thomas Gould about a victory for people power as the kids will finally start getting the therapy they were promis...
Guinea Pigs of the 21st Century: Young People and Synthetic Drugs
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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Boyd Herrington In Florida - Hurricane Havoc Inside Milton's Path
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Boyd speaks to PJ from Florida which has been hit by Hurricane Milton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A Strong Cork With Strong Investment Needs A Strong Airport
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from Conor Healy, Chief Executive of Cork Chamber about how vital it is to have air links as part of your package to overseas companies Hoste...
2024-10-09 How Do You Tip? The Midnight Mums Club, Scoil Mhuire Meets Harry The Tortoise & More...
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ asks listeners how do you tip and who do you tip? hears about the Midnight Mums Club which isn't just for mums, joins Scoil Mhuire Junior School as...
Beats Beyond Borders - Citadel Band Need A New Home
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Roos Demol speaks to PJ about the search for a new home for the band whose members are refugees and migrants Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...
Getting Revenge For A Tough Day By Staying Up Late
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Sleep Scientist Tom Coleman about the temptation to stay up late after a hard day so you get at least some fun! Hosted on Acast. See acast...
Skibb-O-Een Frightfully Good Fun Bank Holiday Weekend
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Justin about a fun weekend with cosplay and spooks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sparkle and Shine: The Magic of Corkmas Christmas Festivities
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cllr Kenneth Collins speaks to PJ about the upcoming christmas festivities Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
City Centre Needs Stimulation Not Rate Increases
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Former Lord Mayor Mick Finn asks PJ what do they want, a ghost town? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hurricane Milton
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Carlow Weathers Alan O’ Reilly chats to PJ about Hurricane Milton which has intensified to Category 5 storm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...
Are We Tipping Like Americans Now?
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Chef Jack O’Keefe as the use of American payment apps means people give into pressure to tip everywhere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...
Blackpool Deserves Clear Drains
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Denis Fitzpatrick, Chair of the Blackpool Regeneration Committee, who says Council needs to make sure drains work. Hosted on Acast. ...
Harry The Tortoise Helped Scoil Mhuire Celebrate 70 Years In Style
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ meets Harry the Tortoise, Thomas who gives him a home and the schoolkids who were thrilled to meet a 70 year old tortoise celebrating their 70 year...
Cutting Back Busses But Raising Fuel Prices - Is This Helping The Environment?
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Kevin McPartlan, CEO Fuels For Ireland, about why emissions reduction always seems to hurt us and not help us. Hosted on Acast. See acast....
2024-10-08 Should We Ban Begging? Can Australia Teach Us How To Do Apprenticeships Right? Vibe Club Back On Wednesday & More...
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears about ideas to ban begging, how Australia makes apprenticeships attractive and about the flooding in Vibe. And more... Hosted on Acast. See a...
Sweden Bans Begging - Should We?
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Philip O’Connor in Sweden about how a famously liberal country is now on the brink of banning begging Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...
City Rates Up 3% - How Can Business Survive?
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cllr Sean Martin speaks to PJ about the potential for a rates hike to fill a €3m deficit for next year Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...
The Lebanon Gets Dangerous For Irish Soldiers
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Comdt Kevin McDonald who served during the 2006 Israel/Lebanon conflictKevin McDonald: A Life Less Ordinary will be launched Thu Oct 10th ...
We Need More Trades People Can We Learn From Australia
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Colin tells PJ that Australia has a different way of doing apprenticeships. And it works, they’re a powerhouse of skilled workers. Hosted on Acast....
Worrying Time For UNIFIL Families
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Shelly Cotter about having family serving with UNIFIL with the Israeli ground operation raging around them. Hosted on Acast. Se...
Plumbing Apprentices - A Dying Breed?
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Plumber Dave Gibbons tells PJ that there isn’t enough apprentices coming through the systems Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...
Bus Eireann Brief Cork Politicians
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ finds out from Mick Barry TD what happened at the Bus Eireann briefing for politicians Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aggressive Begging Cork Where Does The Money Go?
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from Bernard about why he thinks a ban in Ireland on begging would be beneficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...
Vibe Nightclub - The Rainwater Just Cascaded
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Paul Montgomery about why weather closed Vibe nightclub for the weekend (reopening Wed October 9th 2024) and keeping up his growth record ...
Why Penalise Pubs When Drinks Are So Cheap In Other Outlets?
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Aine from the Harp Bar tells PJ that the bar trade is hard enough, without extra costs been added to their bottom line. Hosted on Ac...
Dragon Of Shandon - What’s Happening This Year?
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Moray Bresnihan to get a sneak peak at what we can look forward to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-10-07 Floods Nightmare, Boyzone & Westlife Fans Rejoice, Lennox Last Supper & More...
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ takes calls on floods in the City and in Bantry, chats with Brian McFadden about his new band with Keith Duffy called Boyzlife and hears tears and ...
Gamers Unite Behind Gayze Gaymes
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Killian and Christian about the LGBTQ+ gamers group Gayze Gaymes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Floods - We Could At Least Clean The Drains And See If That Helps!
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cllr Kenneth O’Flynn tells PJ Coogan the first line of defence is drains. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Alan O’Reilly Carlow Weather - Warnings Can Be Done
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alan O’Reilly of Carlow Weather tells PJ that the models showed there were going to issues Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...
Confidence Unfiltered An Empowering Day For Women
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from Sian Horn who's running an event to boost the confidence of women. Tickets Here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...
Brian McFadden Boyzlife - Hits & Harmonies
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ speaks to Brian McFadden about boyzlife & their upcoming gig in Cork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hero Cork Paramedic Saved Men From Fire
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Dave Coughlan, a Cork paramedic who leapt into action to save life when he saw a fire recently. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...
Flooding Waves of Frustration - Bantry's Struggle and Business Anger
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Members of the community from Bantry speak to PJ following the devastating flooding the area suffered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...
Housing Crunch: Why One in Seven Homes Sell for Over 20% Asking
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
MD of MyHome.ie Joanne Geary chats to PJ following a report saying housing shortage leads to market ‘Feeding On Itself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
Lennox's Last Night
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Damien Sreenan Corks 96FM News joined the queue for a last supper on the final night of Lennox's chip shop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...
2024-10-04 - Time We Had A Break Up With Politicians, Vaping Does A Lot More Good Than Harm, Secretly Shrinking Bag Size & more
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We don’t need an instagram Taoiseach - Carole is considering moving her business out of the city because of broken political promises … ...
It's Time We Had A Break Up With Politicians -Carole Hogan
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Carole tells PJ shops have had plenty of consultation but no results. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Controversial Opinion: Vaping Does A Lot More Good Than Harm
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Kevin who says there's a lot of science to show how much vaping is doing to end addiction Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...
Secretly Shrinking Bag Size Blues Or Ryanair Rumour?
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andy tells PJ that his bag which used to fit in the cabin baggage no longer does. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
CUH Protest - Hospital Workers & Nurses On Why They Are Angry
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ Coogan hears a report from 96FM News reporter Damien Sreenan from yesterday's protest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...
Thousands Queue At Lennox
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ Coogan hears a report from 96FM News reporter Damien Sreenan from people in and around beloved chipper Jackie Lennox where there are massive queues...
Róisín O’s Folk Transformation - From Tramps to Triumph
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Róisín O chats to PJ about her upcoming album & gig at Sea Church Ballycotton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
I Saved A Life From Drowning
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to two Cork men Michael Walsh & Carlos Amaya who got awards for saving a life in the water. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...
Shops In Town Give Jobs & Friendliness To City
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Carol Cashman who says the government does not get the vital role of retail Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...
Budget Silence A Devastating Blow To Hotels & Hospitality
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ asks the IHF's Michael Magnier what would help and can anything be done now? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
ENCORE EDITION Cortisol - Queer Coming Of Age Play (from Jul 18th)
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cork playwright Megan Haly & actor Shannon Haly chat to PJ about Cortisol a rollercoaster ride through growing up in IrelandNOTE We are reposting ...
2024-10-03 Heartbreaking Vape Damage To Kids, Who Will Take The Lennox Crown, Help Mums Breastfeed & More...
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ takes calls from mums angry that vapes are sold to kids, hears which chipper might be Cork's new favourite and mums give breastfeeding help. And mo...
Hung Out To Dry Small Business
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rea Kennedy from the Thomond Bar Cork chats to PJ following a disastrous budget for the hospitality sector Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...
Half The School Is Vaping But They Spend 9 Million On Phone Pouches?
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Geraldine Herbert chats to PJ following her 16 year old son asking why not do anything about vapes in schools & Eileen says when she talks to stud...
Let’s Catch Up With Izzy’s Camino
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Izzy about her Camino journey to support Critical Emergency Medical Response Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Brave Cork Guard Gets Award For Water Rescue
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Gda Daniel O’Callaghan about the rescue that won him a Water Safety Ireland award. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...
Nurturing New Mums - Mary O'Donnell Lactation Consultant
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mary chats to PJ about about tongue ties & breastfeeding Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Breast Is Best So Let’s Help Mums
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Sandra Quinn about ways we can have happier, healthier mums and babies by boosting breastfeeding Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
Ryanair’s Cork Winter Schedule
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Damien Sreenan caught up with Tara Kirwan from Ryanair to ask her about the new schedule - because if we’re honest, there’s not a lot in there tha...
Who Takes The Lennox Crown As Best Cork Chipper?
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ and Cork Beo’s Joe O’Shea go through the pretenders to the crown as our most beloved chipper calls it a day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...
2024-10-02 HRT Hard To Get Again, An Tánaiste On Budget 2025, We Are Not All "A Little Bit ADHD" & More...
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears that HRT patches are in short supply again, hears from An Tánaiste Micheál Martin and SF's Thomas Gould on Budget 2025, finds out why it's ...
I Met Joe Bonamassa!
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When we contacted the winner of yesterday’s Cork’s 96FM & Aiken Promotions Joe Bonamassa competition we found not only was he a fan of Joe, he...
The Money Doctor Breaks Down Budget 2025
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from John Lowe The Money Doctor about Budget 25 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Tánaiste Speaks To PJ Following The Budget
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Micheál Martin chats to PJ following the announcement of the 2025 budget Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Budget 2025 A Missed Opportunity - The SF View
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thomas Gould TD speaks to PJ about his disappointment following the budget Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
I’m Down To My Last HRT Patch - Medicine Shortage
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Annette tells to PJ that she has had to change her HRT medicine three times due to shortages & Michelle says that it's the same issue in the ...
Ryanair's Cork Announcement & How Did Pubs, Restaurants Hotels Fare?
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Eoghan Corry Travel Journalist speaks to PJ ahead of the Ryanair announcement at Cork Airport & discusses the hospitality sector's reaction to the...
“Aren’t We All A Bit ADHD?”
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Carol says living with #ADHD is exhausting and explains why no, we are not all “a bit ADHD”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...
Toilets - What Impression Do We Want To Give Cork Tourists?
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ingird talks to PJ about the horrid experience she had at the bus station & wonders about tourists first impressions Hosted on Acast. See ac...
2024-10-01 Security Costs Herlihy's 250k, We Need Trades To Build Houses, Mum vs Job & More...
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to callers on the shocking cost of theft and thuggery to business, the vast amount of houses we need and the trades workers to build them, th...
Time For A Minister For Loneliness?
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Talks to Sean Moynihan of ALONE who says strong government measures are needed to end the crippling health toll of loneliness. Hosted on Acast. S...
250K Spent On Security To Protect Cork Staff
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Herlihy chats to PJ about the realities of running business in Cork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Smokin' Joe Bonamassa Salutes Cork’s Greatest Rory Gallagher
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ was at The Oliver Plunkett yesterday for the announcement that Joe Bonamassa will play his Rory Gallagher tribute, Live at the Marquee Cork, Jul 1s...
Let’s Catch Up With Izzy’s Camino
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Izzy about her Camino journey to support Critical Emergency Medical Response. If you would like to donate here Hosted on Acast. See acast....
Cork Doctor Shortage Won’t End While New GPs Can’t Afford To Open Doors
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Dr Diarmuid Quinlan about why new doctors are choosing not to open a practice and go abroad or do other work Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...
Neven Maguire Talks Taste With PJ Coogan
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ chats with Neven whose new show Neven's Coastal Food Trails is on Wednesdays on RTE One TV at 8pm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...