Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Episodes
Tanya Asks Is It Always A Choice Between A Good Career And Being A Good Mum?
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Tanya Sweeney about the unfair choices facing mums Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Colin Farrell On Being The Penguin
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ and FM104’s Crossy talk about his chat with Colin Farrel on playing The Penguin in HBO’s new series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
College & ADHD Why You Need Some Self-Love
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Sue Knight about why students need to be aware of how to handle their ADHD for college life. More help at a workshop in SMA Wilton Parish ...
House Prices Up 37% On Pre-COVID Levels
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ asks daft.ie expert Ronan Lyons if there’s any hope at all for those who find property outside their reach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
2024-09-30 Protecting Your Home, Ditching The Church To Get Hitched, A Sober Story & more
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Burglaries are a violation - Tips to keep your home safe…Modern weddings see the church being ditched - A celebrant explains the alternative…...
Climbing Carrauntoohil With A Dummy On Your Back: Mark Quilligan's Tribute
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mark speaks to Paul about his climb in memory of brother who drowned while fishing more than 10 years ago to raise funds for Mallow search & ...
Wed Your Way - Exploring Non-Traditional Weddings
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Geraldine O'Neill chats to Paul about Irish couples opting for non traditional weddings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
50 Years Of Blackpool Youth Club
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paul speaks to Jenny from the Blackpool Youth Club who are celebrating their 50th anniversary. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...
Seafood Sensations K O'Connell Fishmongers Expand
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat O'Connell chats to Paul about his new outlet at Dunnes on Patrick Street & providing cooked fish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...
Izzy Showbizzy's Camino Challenge: A Charity Trek
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Izzy chats to Paul from the Camino where she is helping raise money for CRITICAL Emergency Medical Response. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
Security Advice On How To Protect Your Home
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Ahern at Day & Night Security speaks to Paul about what homeowners can do to secure their homes as there is an upsurge in break ins Hos...
Was Ian Bailey’s Only Crime That He Was A “Blow-In”
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Byrne talks to Geraldine Comiskey, author of “The Blow-In: Ian Bailey's Fight To Clear His Name” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...
Cork Shops say Level the Playing Field!
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Byrne talks to Willie O’Brien, who owns Spar MacCurtain St about what they hope will be in the Budget Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
From Diets to Determination - My Fitness Transformation
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melanie Purcell chats to Paul about the determination it took to lose over 4 stone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sober October - Time To Take Stock Of Your Drinking
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paul talks to Glenn who tells his personal story and why it’s important to realise when you have a problem Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
2024-09-27 Justice in France, Hands Off My Property, Frozen Conkers (Chessies) & more
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Justice in France, Questions in Ireland - Sophie's Brother Speaks Out After Tánaiste Intervention … Hands off my property - Tourism or housing why ...
Help Luke Get His Stolen Motorbike Back!
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from Catherine whos sons both love motorbikes, one of which has theirs stolen & wants to get it back Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...
Are You Cork’s Conker Champion? Prove It
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
St.John Burkett from the world Conker Championships chats to PJ about the championships & the use of frozen nuts for the first time Hosted on Acas...
All Systems Go For Cobh Youth
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from Jack Courtney following a meeting to set up a youth club to help reduce anti social behaviour in the East Cork town Hosted on Acast. See...
Hands Off My Property -Tourism vs Housing - Cork's €50m Catch-22
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Maire Ni Mhurchu chats to PJ following suggestions over one thousand properties offering short term breaks in Cork could be converted to l...
Justice in France, Questions in Ireland - Sophie Toscan Du Plantier
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bertrand Bouniol Sophie's brother speaks to PJ following the intervention of the Tánaiste Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...
Let’s Make TY Better For Parents & Teens
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ and Jennifer Horgan chat about improving how TY gives teens a start in life. Katie chats about her experience of TY & Joe how he has taken wor...
Kindness Strikes At Midnight On Washington Street
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Neil tells PJ that after having a fall & knocking himself out four people came to his aid. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...
Are Fish More Important Than Us? East Cork On Heightened Alert Everytime It Rains
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Deputy Pat Buckley speaks to PJ about the ongoing fears people in East Cork have around flooding as the 1st anniversary of Storm Babet approaches ...
Laughs, Tears, and Transitions: A Journey with Will & Harper
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Crossy chats to PJ about Netflixs show Will & Harper Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-09-26 How Long Would 14 Billion Last?, Role Models , Accents We Love or hate & more
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Costly Security Hut - At 1.4 million the 14 billion wouldn't last long ..Disney Darling for life? - Role models grow up .... Accents - ...
Finance, Drugs & Children's Hospital - Minister Burke Chats To PJ
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ looks ahead to Budget 2024 with Colm Burke TD and they also discuss some good news on drugs deaths. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...
Back To Nature After Globe Trotting By Age 30
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Kate Manning who found that after adventures around the world, it's nature makes her happy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
Behind the Brogue: The Science of Accents
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Saoirse Garet Accent Lecturer MTU & Accent Coach speaks to PJ about the science behind people's accents. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
Good Things Come To Those Brave With Ice Cream
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ catches up with Catherine Good of The Good Dairy Company who spoke on the program at the start of her Pandemic business who just scored a major dea...
Renew Pitiful Water Pipes With Apple Tax Money
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cllr Brian McCarthy says better water infrastructure is exactly the type of infrastructure project we need Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...
Disney Darling to Daring Diva Should Sabrina Carpenter Think Of The Children?
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ asks Saoirse Hanley if singers should have to code their message to protect children in the modern world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...
How Long Would 14 Billion Last When A Security Hut Costs 1.4 Million?
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ takes calls on OPW spending Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-09-25 Bus timetables to change, Could you have ADHD, I built my own pub & more
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
C hange is coming on some City bus routes - but will it make things better or worse...ADHD - could you have it? How would you know? ..Why is a fa...
Car Theft On The Rise
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cllr Damien Boylan tells PJ people have to lock it or lose it as thefts surge Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Murky Waters - Mount Farran Wants Clean Tap Water
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to about why Mount Farran residents are having a rally this Thursday 6.30-7pm at the Mount Farran Crossroads Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...
Cork Commute Chaos - Bus Éireann Reduces Services!
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Katie O’ Keeffe 96FM News & Mia speak to PJ following the announcement that some bus routes will have reduced services to deal with bus driver ...
From Glengarriff to Boise - Meeting the Irish President & Building an Irish Pub Stateside
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Allen Sielaff toured Ireland where he met the president & his girl fell in love with a West Cork bar, that he has since recreated back in America ...
Unmasking ADHD: Pamela's Journey to Late Diagnosis
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from Pamela how women often discover they have ADHD later on in life and chats to Martin Finn of ADHD Ireland. ADHD Meet The Experts (Wed Oct...
Kids In Emergency Accommodation Should Be Able To Get To School
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire tells PJ that families who become homeless need a travel pass to get their children to school as they may no longer be living o...
A New Idea For Courier Troubles
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Denis tells PJ he wants couriers to be contactable rather than getting notifications that a delivery attempt was made Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...
Lonely Nation How To Beat The Friendship Recession
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Online life, commutes and cost of living pressures is leaving us friendless. PJ gets some tips from psychologist Catherine Hallissey Hosted on A...
Is It An Irish Thing? - Bus Crowding
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Wall asks PJ is it an Irish thing that bus passengers congregate by the front door and luggage area? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
Breaking the Silence: Advocating for Mental Health Funding & Talk Therapy
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Mike Thompson tells PJ that funding of talk therapy would help many with mental health issues as not all need or require medical intervention ...
Air Tagging Kids Ever Acceptable?
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kirsty Blake Knox chats to PJ following Zara & Mike Tindall saying they track their daughter using an air tag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...
2024-09-24 Waiting for a driving test, Real life CSI, A real-life witch & more
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The driving test - what’s the best way to shorten the ridiculous waiting time...Crime Scene Investigation - how realistic are the TV shows - th...
Sofia Took The Crown - Where Elegance Meets Evidence
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Sofia Labus, the Montenotte criminologist who became Miss Universe Miss Ireland over the weekend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
From Hurling To Home Run - Cork's Diamond Of A Baseball Club The Renegades
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Brett Sutherland President The Cork Renegades. For more info see here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cork’s “This Irish Witch” Does Hen Parties & Helps You Manifest Your Dreams!
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Stacey about how she helps people mark Autumn, manifest their dreams and even start married life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...
The Shambles Bandon Politics To Pub Pivot
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Cllr Sean O’Donovan who has taken on a surprising an interesting side hustle! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...
Traces of Truth - Inside the Mind of a Crime Scene Investigator
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ciaran Prior speaks to PJ about his time as a garda crime scene investigator working on some of Ireland’s most shocking murders ISBN 9781804580...
The Long Road To Safety : Provisional Licences and Driving Tests
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Darren Mullane School Of Motoring speaks to PJ about issues around provisional licences and why the crackdown has stalled Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
Cyprus Avenue Love on Stage - Rock 'n' Roll Proposal
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ chats to Timothy Midnight & fiancé Amelia following their engagement on stage at The Libertines gig Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
Hunger on Campus The Student Cost Of Living Report
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
UCC Students Union President Katie Halpin-Hill tells PJ about some staggering student poverty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...
2024-09-23 No Ambulance Available, Going Viral At The Ploughing, Undercover in Ireland & more
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
No ambulance available - West Cork Doctor has to send patient via car for life saving surgery… Mitchelstown student goes viral - 4 million vie...
Colleges To Phase Out Parking For Students
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Clifford President USI chats to PJ about universities being required to phase out car parking in some areas under climate targets Hosted o...
Mitchelstown Lad Goes Viral At The Ploughing
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ chats to Eoin Lynch Cork agri-enthusiast who's love for slurry made him a Tik Tok Star Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...
Tears Of Rage Undercover As A Hotel Cleaner In Ireland
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Saša Uhlová who went undercover as a hotel worker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
No Phones for 3 Weeks Is Just Not Fair For Our Business
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Bridie of W&M Kiely who says the family and workers have had to put in long hours because they have had no business phone lines for th...
Controversy Still Surrounds X/Twitter Posts By Former County CE Account Which She Disclaims
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Sunday Times Ireland political correspondent Claire Scott Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Knocknaheeny’s Little Lion Fighter Starts School
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Leona McSweeney, mum of Warren who lives with Hurler’s Syndrome talks to PJ about how he is doing and her fundraising for Crumlin and Breakthrough C...
Can You Help Camille Find Info About Cobh’s Nora Mary Redmond?
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A talented filmmaker from Melbourne is in Cork to find out info about her Cobh Gran Nora Mary Redmond. Can you help? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...
College Not Working Out? Here’s What To Do
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears tips from Lillian Griffin Kelly about the options open to people who want to drop out or change course. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...
No Ambulance In Cork/Kerry So Doctor Had To Use A Car!
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Dr Fiona Kelly who had to use a car to get a patient in critical condition to hospital. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...
2024-09-20 Marathon Thanks For Saving A Life, Smart Office Clothing Makes A Comeback, Cork’s Cinematic Knockout & more
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
They saved my brother's life during a cardiac arrest - Linda says thanks to first responders ... WFH clothes no more - Smart clothing for ba...
Opinions Divided On Bishop’s Palace
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cllr Kieran McCarthy tells PJ that the building isn’t fit for purpose & there are other buildings more important in need of being pr...
Glanmire's Linda Murphy Is Running For Rescuers Who Saved Her Brother
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Linda about how she is giving back to the fabulous First Responders who helped her brother. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...
Are Oasis Yesterday's Heroes in Today's Music Scene?
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Suzanne Harrington tells PJ she thinks so Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Smart Office Clothing Makes A Comeback
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Women are moving away from casual baggy clothing in the workplace which is a reminder of the Pandemic/lockdown retail figures say and personal shopper...
Hail To The Bus Driver - They're Not To Blame For The Bus SNAFU In Cork
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from the NBRU's Dermot O'Leary about why drivers are on the passenger side and how they would like a little love too & Deputy Thomas Goul...
Ross Browne ‘Only Joking’
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ross Browne chats to PJ about his upcoming show at the Opera House Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Licence to Thrill - Nadia Starts The Custom Plate Debate
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Nadia Adan who says it’s high time custom plates came to Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cork’s Cinematic Knockout - Swing Bout
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cork actor & producer Sinead O’Riordan & director Maurice O'Carroll chat to PJ about Swing Bout set in the world of female boxing &...
Concern At Minor Hurling Brawl Leads To Call For Safer Games
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to the Echo’s Denis Hurley about how we can stop youngsters getting turned off games by violence and anti-social behaviour on the pitch Hos...
Casting For Tadhg Hickey Music Video About Colonies!
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ chats to Tadhg about his latest project, if you want to be in the video email [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...
2024-09-19 Save The Bishop's Palace, Every Parent Should Watch Butterfly, David McWilliams On Money & More...
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
2024-09-19 Save The Bishop's Palace, Every Parent Should Watch Butterfly, David McWilliams On Money & More...PJ learns why people are not happy ab...
It’s Beyond A Joke The 220 Bus
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fiona tells PJ that her son had to wait over an hour for a bus as four other passed the stop saying they were out of service. Hosted on Acast. See aca...
Ambulance Services Under Threat: SIPTU Calls For Clarity
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
John McCamley Sector Organiser SIPTU chats to PJ about why they have asked for clarity around the funding for the Cork & Kerry Ambulance service&n...
Donate The Bishops Palace To The People Of Cork
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cllr Ken O’Flynn tells PJ that the Bishops Palace should be kept for the people of Cork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ballincollig Linguist Patricia Toth To Compete For Cork In Miss Universe Ireland
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ gets to know Ballincollig’s finest Patricia as she goes to do us proud! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
An Bord Pleanála Refuses Bessborough Permission
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Carmel Cantwell speaks to PJ following the refusal of planning Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Shocking Cruelty Sees Blind Dog Dumped In Blanket
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Vincent Cashman of the CSPCA about what this says about animal welfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dad Told Prove ADHD Lasts More Than 3 Months
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ speaks to a dad who is fighting for help for his son but was told ADHD might not last longer than 3 months. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...
Is Budget 2025 The Last Chance for Childcare Reform in Cork?
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone is talking about childcare but Frances Byrne of Early Childhood Ireland says what’s needed is something comprehensive and thought out Hoste...
The Ambulance Was There When I Needed It - I Hope It Is For Everyone
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Cllr Finbarr Harrington about why we should all be grateful to paramedics and work to protect the service Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...
How Will You Culture Night?
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michelle Carew Arts Officer Cork City Council speaks to PJ about the events happening on Culture Night Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
From Gold To Crypto - David McWilliams On Money
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to David McWilliams about all things money! “Money: A Story of Humanity” by David McWilliams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...
Charleville Or Kinsale? Average House Prices Soar
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Katie O’ Keeffe 96FM News speaks to PJ about the cost of housing around Cork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A TV Drama That Everyone Needs To See To Understand Their Children’s World
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Eileen Keane about the TV Drama “Butterfly” now out on Netflix Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-09-18 Trouble For Taxi Drivers, Ploughing Louts, Euros At Páirc Uí Rinn & More...
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears how taxi drivers may quit the business after getting unexpected tax bills, how Ploughing Championship farmers are after loves not lager, how ...
Ever Been Inside A Freemason Lodge? CULTURE NIGHT
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to David J. Butler P, Provincial Grand Librarian & Archivist, Provincial Grand Lodge of Munster Freemasons about a rare chance to see the...
Chapell Roan Fans Turn The Town Pink For Irish Concert
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ catches up on the amazing concert with Crossy from FM104 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Taxi Driver VAT Confusion Could See City Crippled By Further Driver Shortages
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Derek O’Keefe about how drivers may have to give up driving because of potential VAT demands on their Uber fees. Hosted on Acast. See ac...
Busy Lives & Junk Food - Let’s Break The Connection
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The busier our lives get and the more we travel, the harder it is to eat right. PJ gets tips on staying health from Dr Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh&nb...
Score For Páirc Uí Chaoimh? Tánaiste Raises Euro Hopes
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ Coogan asks Trevor Welch if Casement Park’s Difficulty is opportunity for the Páirc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cork City First Responders
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from Barry O’Donoghue of Cork City First Responders about the work they do and how you can be part of it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...
Two-Thirds Measure - A Healthier Pint for the 21st Century?
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cllr Paudie Dineen tells PJ that that two thirds of a pint would never work here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tech Giants vs. Childhood: Who's Winning? -Gen Free Protecting Our Future Online
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Eoghan Cleary Gen Free speak to PJ about their demand that government legislate for social media and the online world Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...
Every House Had Some - Tupperware Files For Bankruptcy
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Annette Keane & her husband used to supply all the Tupperware agents in the Republic of Ireland, she speaks to PJ following the announcement that ...
Compo? Huge Broken Footpaths Bill For Council
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With money tight in many Council budgets, PJ chats to Cllr Pádraig Rice about why our footpaths are in such a state we have a huge bill for compensat...