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2023-11-01 Whitegates flood woes, why am I on standby, we need happier TV & more
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Flooded nine times in two weeks - the people of Whitegate demand answers from Irish Water...If you book and pay for a flight in May, why are you on st...
Cork’s Only Female Chimney Sweep
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Marion speaks to PJ about how she became a chimney sweep & how people should take care of their chimneys Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...
Birthday Celebrations Ruined By Airline
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Georgina tells Pj that her dads birthday was ruined when luggage & medicine didn’t arrive after getting on an oversold flight that they booked b...
Vacant Homes In Cork Some Shocking Facts
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sophie Johnson from Cork Simon tells PJ there are 3000 vacant rental homes in Cork, with one in five long term vacant Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...
Your Coastal Home Could Be Lost
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Caroline O'Doherty Environment Correspondent at the Irish Independent tells @pjcoogan a new policy could force people to abandon coastal homes &a...
Beauty & The Beast, Catherine Mahon-Buckley & PJ
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Catherine Mahon-Buckley tells PJ it’s her 29th pantomime & they will be back in the rehearsal room for this Christmas on Monday. Hosted on...
Let’s Stop Teen Vaping
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Garrett McGovern chats to PJ about how a recent survey found more than a third of people aged 13 to 16 currently vape Hosted on Acast. Se...
2023-10-31 Storm Ciaran is coming, Brawling at the Bingo, Accidents at home & more
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I’m back - and I’m fine - but let's talk about accidents at home - Dr Chris Luke has seen it all....The brawl at bingo loco - eyewitness Liam says...
From Cork To Phantasma Com & Spooky Nights On Spike Island
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tina Barcoe chats to PJ about her experiences of working with Paranormal Researchers Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...
Brawling At Bingo Loco
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
PJ hears from a eye witness that saw the fighting take place at Bingo Loco Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
PJ's Back & Unusual Accidents That Send You To A&E
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
PJ tells Dr Chris Luke about his accident which sent him to hospital & ask what other unusual injuries as he seen Hosted on Acast. See acas...
Cork Airport: The Strange Things Found In Lost Property
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Barry Holland from Cork Airport chats to PJ about the new winter schedule & the strange things that have been found lost property Hosted on Acast...
Storm Ciarán It's Time To Prepare
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Alan O’Reilly Carlow Weather speaks to PJ about what we can expect during the rest of this week especially if you live in flood areas Hosted on Aca...
The Big Secret Behind Christmas Markets
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Clodagh chats to PJ about the difficulties of getting a pitch at mini & Christmas markets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...
I Need Help Urgently For My Son
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
PJ talks to Sarah about her son who who desperately needs help in respite but finds none available Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...
2023-10-27 It's Samhain, Sea Life Is Our Joy, Pumpkin Pie & More...
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joe O'Shea talks to Mia about Samhain and the Occult. We hear about Ireland's marvellous sea life from Ken O'Sullivan. Jack O'Keefe gives pumpkin and ...
I Love Samhain & The Irish Occult Traditions
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joe O'Shea talks to Mia about this special time of year when the veil is thinnest and we can connect, protect, reflect and remember. Hosted on A...
Ken Films Whales, Dolphins And All The Sea Life
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joe O'Shea talks to Ken O'Sullivan who does a marvelous job making documentaries about sea life in advance of his appearance at the Everyman Nov 1st f...
Protect Those Precious Pooches At Halloween
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joe O'Shea gets good advice from Esther Ring of Top Barkz about a scary time of year for doggies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...
Taxi Drivers Want Action on Fake Taxis
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joe O'Shea takes calls with taxi drivers who have some good safety advice to make sure the taxi you get has a proper taxi driver. Hosted on Acast. Se...
Water Issues Across The City
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joe talks to Patrick about the dirt in tap water and also to Peter Horgan and Oliver Moran. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...
Halloween Food!
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joe O'Shea catches up with celebrity chef Jack O'Keefe for some scary noms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Significant Progress In Mikolaj Wilk Murder Investigation
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joe O'Shea hears about developments from The Irish Examiner's Liz Dunphy in one of the most shocking cases of recent years in Cork. Hosted on Acast. S...
Life Ring Vandals Must Be Stopped
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joe O'Shea talks to David Varian of Cork City Missing Persons Search and Recovery who is worried that there will be a tragedy as more and more life ri...
Crazy Passwords Are Funny But Can Cost You!
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joe O'Shea talks passwords with Adrian Weckler, Tech Editor at The Irish Independent and has a few laughs and picks up a few tips along the way. Host...
2023-10-26 Funny Passwords Can Get You Scammed, Work Hard Play Hard In Dubai, Dirty Tap Water Needs Sorting & More...
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joe O'Shea hears how funny passwords can get you scammed. We hear from Miriam about life in Dubai. Dirty tap water is widespread say callers. And more...
Seamus On Battling Addiction And Helping Others
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joe O'Shea hears from Seamus Ó Cruadhlaoich who is back from the brink and helps others. Hear his podcast here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...
Tragedy Of Timmy O'Sullivan Whose Body Lay Undiscovered For 20 Years
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joe O'Shea talks to Ralph Riegel, Southern Correspondent with the Irish Independent and Paddy O'Brien who have been following the story. Hosted ...
Dirty Drinking Water In The City
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joe O'Shea hears from Julie about the low quality of drinking water in parts of Montenotte and hears from other callers who also ave problems. Hosted...
Miriam Is Working Hard & Playing Hard In Dubai
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joe O'Shea catches up with Cork girl Miriam el Mahdi on life as an ex-pat in glamorous Dubai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...
Change In Policy On Housing For Ukrainians?
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joe O'Shea hears from Irish Examiner Political Correspondent Ciara Phelan about tensions in government over how to house those coming here to get away...
The Friends Experience
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joe O'Shea catches up on The Friends Experience with Crossy from FM104 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What Do People Think Of New Cork Busker Regulations?
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Busking in Cork City is to be regulated for the first time. Joe O'Shea sounds out Dylan Brickley and then hears views from listeners. Hosted on Acast...
Bling It Like Beckham - Tim Keane On How To Do It
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth O'Callaghan gets advice from Tim Keane of Michel The Jeweller on the lifestyles of the rich and famous Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...
The Strength I Gained After My Accident Helped My Husband When He Had His
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth O'Callaghan talks to Maria who helped her husband after a tyre exploded near his face using the strength she gained from her own accident Hoste...
Midleton Businesses Meet After Floods
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth O'Callaghan talks to Dr Mike Thompson about the meeting held by Midleton businesses to study government plans for flood aid and to get trade ba...
2023-10-25 Minister Coveney On Flood Help, Maria Learned To Love Hubby Again After Accident, Bling It Like Beckham & More...
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth O'Callaghan talks to Minister Simon Coveney on the help for flood damage. Maria gained strength after her husband's accident from her own accid...
Floods Were Worsened By Poor Maintenance
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth O'Callaghan hears from Chris that when he cleared a blocked culvert near his house the flooding on the road disappeared. Hosted on Acast. See ...
Gareth Talks To The Man Who Gave The M40 Goats A Job!
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth had to talk to Billy Walsh of Billy's Rent-A-Goat after hearing how he gave a job to the rascals that plagued motorists! Hosted on Acast. See a...
A Small Per Centage Want To See LGBT People Eradicated - Palani Trial Shows
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth O'Callaghan talks to Saoirse who is delighted with the support Ireland gives LGBT+ people but the vicious minority are still a danger and a fea...
Minister Simon Coveney On Help For Flood Victims
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth O'Callaghan talks to Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment of Ireland Simon Coveney about what the government will be offering houses a...
M40 Goats Find A New Home
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth O'Callaghan talks to Vincent Cashman from the CSPCA who tells him the M40 goats have a new home and even found jobs! Hosted on Acast. See acast...
2023-10-24 Aisling On The Real Horror Of A Flood, M40 Goats Housed And Given A Job, The Pub Bore & More...
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth O'Callaghan hears from Aisling about the horror of being in a flooded house with the water rising. The M40 goats have gone legit and righteous,...
MTU Student Walkout On Accommodation, Parking Spaces & Public Transport
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth O'Callaghan finds out from MTU Cork Students Union President Isobel Kavanagh how the issues are linked Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...
If You Can't Find The Pub Bore, Maybe It's You?
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth O'Callaghan talks to Kirsty Blake Knox about the bores we all dread in the pub! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Midleton Hub - Helping On The Flood Frontline
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth catches up with the good work done locally since the Midleton floods with Helen Conway, Secretary of The Midleton Hub Hosted on Acast. See acas...
Aisling McEvoy From Glanmire Tells Gareth What Flooding Is Really Like
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth O'Callaghan hears from Aisling about the terror of waiting for a flood and wondering how bad it would get. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...
Hotels Were Good To Penny Dinners During Storm Babet
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Catriona Twomey says that hotels were helpful during Storm Babet and other crises but it is getting harder to sort everyone out. Hosted on Acast. See ...
Shauna From Secrets Of Beauty Helps Out Flood Hit Doctor
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth talks to Shauna of Secrets of Beauty in Midleton who let Dr Mike Thompson move into her premises after his surgery was destroyed in the flood.&...
Mercy Heroes Stories From Antóin & Chloe
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth hears inspiring stories from Antóin and Chloe. If you want to be a hero check mercyhospitalfoundation.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...
2023-10-23 Flood Heroes, Mercy Heroes, Umbrella Heroes & More...
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth O'Callaghan talks to the heroes who braved the floods in Midleton and Glanmire. He hears about the work of the Mercy Heroes. And Grace is looki...
Copper Valley Vue In Glanmire Starts The Cleanup And Hopes For Help
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth talks to Ronan who lives in Copper Valley Vue, Glanmire which got hammered by floods during Storm Babet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...
God Boy Laser The Garda K9 Looks Forward To Retirement
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth talks to Garda Pat Harrington about his pal Laser, the K9 dog who is retiring after a life of fighting crime. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...
Ria Burgoyne of Say I Do Bridal & Damian O'Brien of Fox & Co/Flamingo In Midleton On The Major Flood Damage
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth hears firsthand from 2 beloved Midleton shop owners about the enormous task ahead of them now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
Help Grace Find Her Umbrella Hero
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gareth hears from Grace who wants to find the umbrella hero who saved her precious car during Storm Babet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...
2023-10-20 Midleton Bounces Back, Blocked Culverts, Rescued Doggies & More
20 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joe O'Shea takes calls on Midleton bouncing back from Storm Babet, blocked culverts, a rescue misison saving dogs from flooding. And more... Hosted on...