Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

Viral Video Podcast Misgenders Bambie Thug And Discusses Witchcraft

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears about the controversial and viral video where Fr Brendan Kilcoyne addresses Bambie Thug's Eurovision entry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

Sailing On A "Pirate Ship" Is A Great To Develop Young People

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ loves a good pirate ship and talks to Daragh Sheridan of Sail Training Ireland about the opportunity they offer to young people to sail on a real t...

Can A Sleep Divorce Help Stop A Real Divorce?

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Kirsty Blake-Knox of the Indo about "sleep divorces" and a listener chimes in with her story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...

2024-05-28 Lisa is running on empty, Anthonys story will make your day, the smallie election & more

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Homeless with her two autistic boys - can anyone help Lisa get better services...Anthony was homeless in Cork - now he’s running his own business - ...

Julian From The Rochestown Inn Is Our Corkonian Lanzarote Expert

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ chats to a man many will know from The Rochestown Inn, Julian Fair, about Lanzarote Holiday Info Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...

Temporary Accommodation Has My Kids Like Caged Animals

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Lisa who is worried about her kids as she experiences homelessness Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We Were Terrified At LGBT+ Hate We Witnessed On Our Mexican Honeymoon

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Caoline Bailey tells PJ her honeymoon in Mexico after marrying Sparkle band-mate Jennifer Bowler opened her eyes to the LGBT-hate in Mexico Hosted on...

Hair Transplants - A €7bn Business

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Suzanne Harrington who has been looking at hair transplants, a truly massive industry! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...

At Last! A Plan For An EV Charger Network

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The government says it will have an EV charger every 60km on the Motorway network, among other plans, and wants consultation on rolling this out. PJ c...

Sorrow As 140 Years Of Paint Manufacture Ends In Blackpool

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears from Tom that workers in the Dulux site in Blackpool should take advantage of the elections to further their case as Dutch paint manufacturer...

Elections May Return A Minion Candidate At Bishopstown Montessori

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears from Cork's 96FM Investigative Journalist Damien Sreenan who goes on the election beat to see all is above board as Scoil An Spioraid Naoimh ...

Indian Nurses Protest Lengthy Cork Visa Delays While Dublin Has Online System

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Janet Baby Joseph who called the protest this morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anthony Was Sleeping In A Car In Cork But In Belfast He Can Afford A House!

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anthony spoke to PJ before Xmas when he was living in a car but a friend lent a helping hand for a new start in Belfast where you can get a house for ...

2024-05-27 Transport issues.. dangerous train passengers & missing buses, Radiothon does the business again & more

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sinead won’t take the late train from Dublin ever again - are we ever going to have transport police...On the buses, meanwhile, Cork is short about ...

2024 Radiothon Brings Total Raised For Cork Cancer Charities to €6.5m

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ and Cork's 96FM Station Director Kieran McGeary chat about the fantastic response form the people of Cork. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

People Dying Unnoticed - What Can Be Done?

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to activist Paddy O'Brien and to caller John about what can be done to lessen the problem of people dying alone and undiscovered. Hosted on ...

Two Bad Turbulence Incidents - What Is Going On?

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ asks Eoghan Corry., Editor Air & Travel Magazine, is dangerous turbulence going to be more common in the future? Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

Mairead Gets Her Wings

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is Mairead 96FM's Top Gun? She went to the Atlantic Flight Training Academy near Cork Airport to see if flying would take her breath away. Hosted on A...

Sinead Tells PJ About Thuggery On The Train Plus A Look At Bus Shortages

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears from Sinead about a nasty incident on the train while Dermot O'Leary of the NBRU says this shows the need for Transport Police and also talks...

Post Delays In Ringaskiddy Area

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears from Noelle about postal delays in the Ringaskiddy area. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Barry's Recently Diagnosed & The Mercy Have Been So Good

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ catches up with Barry who says that the Mercy staff have been a bulwark to him. If you would like to donate to Radiothon you can help here Hosted...

Rainbow Club Karen On Her Optimism Driving Her Forward

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Karen who thinks about brighter times ahead to keep her spirits up. If you would like to donate to Radiothon you can help here Hosted on ...

Twice the Fighter PJ Hears Mary's Double Breast Cancer Triumph

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ has a very inspiring chat with Mary O'Neill about her two breast cancer journeys. If you would like to donate to Radiothon you can help here Hoste...

Ben's Cancer Battle Won - A Beacon of Hope for Samantha and Their Baby

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears about the inspiring love between Ben and Samantha as he battled cancer and she was expecting little Hugo If you would like to donate to Radio...

Lord Mayor Kieran McCarthy Launches Radiothon & Michael Sheridan Chats About His Cancer Journey

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lord Mayor Kieran McCarthy Launches Radiothon 2024 & Micheal Sheridan CEO Mercy Foundation Cork chats to PJ about his battle with Bowel ...

I’m Still Here 4 Years On

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears from Cork dad Kevin Kilmartin who was told he had only months to live, but thanks to the “fantastic” Mercy Hospital Staff he is still her...

You Won’t Understand Unless You Have Experienced Cancer

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gillean Guy tells PJ she has been diagnosed with cancer a number of times & chats about the support she received during treatments. If you would l...

ARC House Provide Fabulous Support

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joe Stewart tells PJ about the wonderful help he got at Cork ARC Cancer Support House If you would like to donate to Radiothon you can help here Host...

2024-05-22 Campervans on the Marina, Johns teeth will be sorted, The Kabin goes viral & more

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Antonio lives in his campervan at the Marina - where will i go next week, is his question to Cork City Council...Businessman Colin steps in to help J...

Licence To Evict?

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

David Browne BDM Boylan Solicitors chats to PJ about a Licence Rental Agreement & how it applies to renters  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

What’s Tadhg Doing In Iran?

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Corks beloved comedian Tadhg Hickey tells PJ he is in Iran where he saw Bobby Sands Street & will talk about Palestine Hosted on Acast. See acast....

Modular Housing Could It Solve Ireland’s Problem?

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jim Brennan Jr President Sea Box Inc chats to PJ about the modular homes they build which could help Ireland’s housing crisis  Hosted on Acast....

Marina Camper Van Crackdown

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears from Antonio whose permanent van life has been hit by a crackdown on vans parking overnight at The Marina.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

The Spark: Cork’s Latest Viral Hit From The Kabin Krew

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ Talks To Zoey star of The Spark & her mum Chenelle about the latest track from Cork’s Northside Kabin Krew   Hosted on Acast. ...

Operation Transformation Got The Axe

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sinéad from Intuitive Eating chats to PJ about the axing of Operation Transformation, former participant Greg explains how the show changed his life ...

2024-05-21 Ticket scalping, GAA-Go is so hard to use, The Aussie loves echo-boys & more

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

1000 euro to see ACDC - William is a lifelong fan - he can’t get a ticket - how can the scalpers...GAA-Go maybe it is here to stay - but surely it c...

Dads Don't Deserve GAAGO Fees After Years Of Supporting The Games

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears from Jennifer Horgan of the Examiner about the upset GAAGO caused her dad and then hears callers views on paying for games. Hosted on Acast. ...

Pitch Invasion!

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Joe Seward about pitch invasions which the GAA largely avoided until recently. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...

I Loved Cork So Much I Tried The Godfather Breakfast & Hung Out With Astronauts!

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Tara Foster from Australia who says Cork is both friendly but cool and cutting edge as well. Echo! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...

Cost Of Concerts - Dynamic Pricing & Scalping

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to listeners about why going to concert has gotten so expensive! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Would Your Dog Go Vegan?

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sadhbh O'Neill of the Irish Times tells PJ vegan pet diets would reduce climate change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Government Gives Ultimatum To Insurance Companies

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears from Charlie Weston that although the government is angry reforms have not led to lower prices, it might be hard for them to enforce cheaper ...

2024-05-20 Cians new cottage, Rent is twice the cost of a mortgage, the Birdman of East Cork & more

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In January Cian was at the point of giving up - now he’s excited for a new future - thanks to an act of kindness....Rent on a one bed apartment in C...

So Many More Private & Social Houses Needed In Cork As Rent Surges

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks property with Adam Ferguson of daft.ie as their latest report shows more rent rises. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...

PJ Talks To Listeners Who Met Their Idols

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

They say never meet your idols but PJ talks to listeners who met superstars and found them lovely, even getting a snog in! Hosted on Acast. See acast....

A Chat With Cian Murtagh As He Shakes Off Homelessness And Moves Into His New House

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ catches up with Cian, the lad that people rallied around to buy a house and the good news is now he's on site and making it a home. Hosted on Acas...

Limerick Cracks Down On Bad Dog Owners - Should Cork?

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Donal Ryan of City Vet Limerick where the council, Guards and vets are cooperating to weed out Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

You Have A Right To Refunds But Getting Them Is Tricky

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Sean about his flight cancellation mess and to James who wants money back for Olympic tickets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

Caveman Barbecue Tips From Chef Jack O'Keefe

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ gets good weather barbecue tips from the master.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Sparrow Developed A Cork Accent! - Seán Ronayne On The Beauty & Intelligence Of Birds

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Sean about living his best life understanding the way birds and other animals communicate thanks to the help of his partner Alba. See also...

2024-05-17 Bruce Knocks It Out Of The Páirc, John Pulled A Tooth With Pliers, Acrobatic Dancing & More...

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears all about a great concert from the boss, listeners rally to help John who is in pain with his teeth, Acrobatic Dancing and Boogie Woogie Cham...

Selling Sleep - Hotels That Specializes In Sleep!

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Some people look forward to a real rest on their holiday with the best of beds and sleep friendly rooms PJ hears from Air & Travel Magazine's Eogh...

A Night To Remember - Bruce Shows Who Is Boss

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ chats to callers about a great night on Leeside Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My Teeth Hurt So Much I Pulled One Out With A Pliers

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears from John who cannot afford the expensive treatment he needs to sort his teeth and listeners rally to help! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Izz Cafe Hit With Star Of David Graffiti

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Paul Walsh of 3 Little Piggies who first spotted the graffiti and to Izz who is devastated by the hate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Acrobatic RocknRoll European Championship & Boogie Woogie World Cup Comes To Cork

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Daria Buzykina about a style of dancing taking off in Cork and how she got into it. See more here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

2024-05-16 The Boss is in town, Mia pays rent so why isn't she a tenant, Teenagers on their phones & more

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Springsteen Day - I’m talking to superfans - Mike has seen the boss over 400 times....When is a tenant not a tenant - Mia’s landlord says re...

Great News As Educate Together National School Douglas Gets A Home

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Colm O'Connor about his great bit of news after years of temporary solutions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Most Secondary School Students Say Parents Do NOT Limit Smartphones

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Luke Sanders from Studyclix.ie who commissioned the survey and thinks parents should think about regulating phone use. Hosted on Acast. Se...

Before 5 In The Northside Waits For News

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ catches up with Christine Mullins, a staff Member from Before 5 Family Centre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thuggery In Crosshaven Playground

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Aaron who says the kind of thuggery he saw in a playground in Crosshaven last weekend just isn't on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...

Mia Hit By Rent Crisis - I Just Need A Place To Enjoy My Cup Of Tea

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Mia, a familiar face around 96FM, about how the rent crisis has left her in urgent need of a place to stay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

We Get Ready For Bruce The Boss

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Cork's biggest Bruce fans, including "Bruce's Buds" and we even check the weather for the gig. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

Patrick's Church Parkour Roof Jumper & Parliament Bridge Damage

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Victor Shine of Cork City Fire Brigade about a rescue of a man who jumped from the roof of St Patrick's Church onto a residential house ro...

2024-05-15 Rules for eScooters, Whats really happening in Doneraile, Hollies generosity & more

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

New rules for escooters - they come in next monday - you’d almost think there’s an election coming...Heatherside near Doneraile - what’s ha...

UCC Students Set Up Encampment

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears from Mikey Rose UCC BDS (Boycott Divest Sanction] about their open letter to John Halloran, UCC President & their encampment at UCC Hoste...

Stolen Blood Bike Involved In Serious Accident

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Blood Bike volunteer Alfons Peeters updates PJ on what has happened since his bike was stolen  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...

Minister For Health; Why Smoking Age Needed To Increase

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Minister for Health Donnelly Stephen chats to PJ about getting government agreement to increase the legal smoking age to, 21 we also hear from Simon C...

Listeners Talk To PJ About Smoking & Hospitals

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Following PJ speaking to Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly, listeners have their say on smoking & hospitals  Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

Epilepsy Won’t Stop Hollie 8 Helping Others

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hollies  Mum Victoria speaks To PJ about donating hair to Locks of Love and why being unwell won’t stop her from helping others Hosted on ...

Paralysed After Fainting

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ chats to Aidan Foley about his wife Fiona who only after three months of marriage fainted and severely damaged her spinal cord at her C5/C6 vertebr...

2024-05-14 GaaGo unfair to Cork, Bouncy Castle scams, the Young Offenders & more

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The man they call the Rock of Cloyne says the GAA-GO paywall is taking Cork fans for granted...Bouncy Castle scams are all over Facebook - but there i...

Time To Change GAAGO Says Cork GAA Legend Diarmuid O'Sullivan

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears from Diarmuid that he is disappointed so many lost on a titanic game of hurling between Cork and Limerick which was only available on GAAGO H...

Aaron's Bouncy Castle Act Of Kindness Surprise Meeting With His Little Friend

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears from Fiona about a special surprise Aaron from A&B Bounce got when he stepped in to help a listener who was let down for a bouncey castle...

Flare Hit The Back Of My Head At The Páirc

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Sarah who got hit on the back of the head by a flare during the match Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Minister O'Gorman's Childcare Help Too Little Too Late?

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ chats to Kate Gaffney who tried to open a facility in Ballincollig and gave up! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here's What It's Like To Be Chosen For Young Offenders

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to John Morgan who was talked into starring in Young Offenders by a junior talent agent and why he's glad he did. Hosted on Acast. See acast...

Debenhams Staff Face New Hurdle

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ hears from Mick Barry TD that liquidators are to appeal their recent victory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Horse Abuse Has Never Been So High - We Need Special Animal Police

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Martina Kenny from My Lovely Horse rescue who says it's time Ireland had special police for this like happens in Holland Hosted on Acast. ...

Rent Deposit Scams Are Worse Than Ever Here Are Some Tips To Stay Safe

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With such desperation to get a place, scamming is booming PJ hears from Conor McGarry, Founder & CEO of RentDodo, who also has some tips to keep y...

2024-05-13 What a Eurovision!.. My boy Matthew, Pairc Ui Caoimh pitch invasion and more

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

So that was some Eurovision! Our man Dermot Manning was 20 feet from the stage - he saw everything!...James Healys son Matthew would have been 7 this ...

Well, That Was Some Eurovision, Wasn't It???

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Dermot Manning just back from Sweden to Ken O'Sullivan of The Eurovision Brains Trust and LMFM, we hear how proud Macroom was of Bambie fr...

James Healy Remembers Matthew His Beautiful Son And His Love Of Motors Through Vintage Rally May 19th

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to James about his incredible loss and how he keeps positive as he organizes a fundraiser in little Matthew's name in aid of Make A Wish at t...

PJ Chats With Bodkin Stars - The Netflix Dark Comedy Made In Cork

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ chats with stars of the show Siobhan Cullen, Will Forte and Robyn Cara. See more here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Save Your Brain Says Patrick Holford

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Patrick Holford of foodforthebrain.org in town today to talk about ways to save brainpowers like memory and ward off dementia Hosted on Ac...

Crowd On Pitch At The Páirc - What Happened?

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to 96FM's Finny Mac about what happened Saturday at the Páirc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Angela's Eurovis-Hen Party

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Angela who is Eurovision mad and spent her hen party in Malmö to support Bambie Thug and even see the Abba Museum. See pics here Hosted ...

2024-05-10 Macroom Warming Up For A Bambie Party, Piers Morgan Baby Reindeer Interview, Communion Money Questions & More...

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Macroom is all excited for Bambie and so are we. Baby Reindeer gets complicated as PJ looks at Piers Morgan's blockbusting interview last night. Is it...

Eurovision - Killian Tells Us About Macroom Watch Party & TikTok's Adam McCallig Rounds Up The Week In Malmö

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ rounds out the week with Killian and Adam Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork Prepares For Bambie

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to listeners and also to Seamus from the I'm Sorry Zero Points podcast about overnight Eurovision news including that Italian leak of voter p...

Communion Money A Bribe For Faith?

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ chats with Rachel O'Dwyer about how much, if any, is appropriate for what should be a spiritual event Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

Ross Browne Is Excited For Young Offenders - Here's Why

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to our own Ross Browne about why this season will be extra special Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Using Ozempic Isn't Shameful But The Idea It's Cheating Is

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ chats with Máire Treasa NÍ Cheallaigh who says there the Barbara Streisand episode shows that there is too much moral judgement in weight loss Ho...

Piers Morgan Interviews Fiona The Woman Who Takes Issue With Baby Reindeer

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Last night Piers Morgan interviewed Fiona Harvey on his YouTube channel. She says she is the woman that social media sleuths have identified as being ...

2024-05-09 Questions for the Education Minister, Why are periods still taboo, The Debenhams video & more

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Scoil Eoin in Ballincollig - when will they get their long awaited extension ...Why are so many parents still not talking to their daughters about per...

How Did That Great Debenhams/Roches Urban Exploration Video Happen?

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Alistair from Urbandoned tells PJ how that great atmospheric video of the old Debenhams building in Patrick Street got made which you can see here Hos...

Helping Girls As They Have Their Periods - Nickeze

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Ellie Loftus about a great new idea for young girls. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

George Hook Tells PJ About The Great New Pres Podcast

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to George Hook about a great new Cork oral history podcast centering around Pres You can listen here  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

I Can't Believe My Appeal For Putting The Wrong Location In Parking App Was Rejected

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Anne who paid for parking and put the wrong place in the app because it had a similar name. If appeals can't handle a simple mistake like ...

The Eurovision Has Evolved And Bambie Thug Is Just What We Need

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

PJ talks to Eurovision fan Dee who is delighted Ireland's entry is moving with the times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...