Moncrieff
Episodes
Dealing with turbulence from a pilot’s perspective
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the air turbulence incident on the Doha to Dublin flight over the weekend, what exactly do pilots do to manage a situation like this?Joining Seá...
What is ‘Fagin’s Law’?
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Last week new laws criminalising adults who entice or force a child to engage in any form of criminality came into force.The so-called ‘Fagin’s La...
The top dating questions - according to Google
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Google recently released their top ‘should’ searches related to dating over the past year, and people have a lot of questions when it comes to dat...
Is the idea of a ‘Country’ still useful?
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With Climate change and the threat of AI among the biggest issues facing society at the moment, is the concept of a country still relevant? Dr. G...
Is there a difference in raising boys and girls?
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all heard the expressions ‘boys will be boys’ and ‘girls will be girls’ when rearing children, so how does a child’s gender affect h...
Could we have an office in our cars soon?
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine a car with a wind turbine or a vehicle designed with a built-in meeting room – sounds like science fiction, right? Yet, these are just a few...
Cockfighting is on the rise in Ireland
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
An investigation carried out by Noteworthy, the investigative department of The Journal, has uncovered evidence of illegal cockfighting taking place u...
What are school reunions like in Ireland?
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It sounds like a scene straight out of a movie or an episode of Friends: the quintessential high school reunion, a post-education milestone that every...
Apple’s 100 Greatest Albums list - is it good?
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Apple Music has released its list of the 100 greatest albums of all time. The top 10 features Beyoncé, Michael Jackson and The Beatles - w...
Have you ever lied for a job? - Henry McKean reports
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The TV presenter Angela Scanlon admitted that she lied to the BBC in a job interview- saying that she had plenty of studio experience in Ireland, when...
What makes a good portrait?
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It has been a week of controversy in the world of art with King Charles III’s new official portrait, stirring some conversation with many claiming i...
How does recognising a state work?
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland, Norway and Spain have all announced plans to recognise a state of Palestine. But, what is recognizing a state? And how does it work? Sco...
Are Ireland’s new roller coasters worth riding?
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Two new roller coasters have just opened in Ireland, promising to thrill and amaze—but do they deliver the excitement that coaster enthusiasts crave...
Scarlett Johansson & ChatGPT voice legal troubles
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A furore has developed stateside after OpenAI launched a new iteration of ChatGPT which uses voice technology that seems to resemble that of Scarlett ...
Should Dublin Airport destroy old buildings to expand?
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As part of the airport’s expansion plans, two original aircraft hangars from the 1940s and the iconic North Terminal, which was used for many VIPs a...
How popular is World Goth Day?
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today marks World Goth Day, and you might be surprised to hear that the Goth community has witnessed a resurgence over the past few years…Joining Se...
What is Ogham?
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It seems that Ogham has made a comeback with it recently showing up in a Coventry Garden, and also on Eurovision entrant Bambie Thug in Sweden. B...
New beer to be made from sliced pan!
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After a successful trial last summer, Wicklow Wolf is now going full steam ahead with its appropriately named ‘Sliced Can’ beer, which uses Brenna...
It’s been 20 years since ‘Friends’ ended
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s 20 years since we all waited with bated breath to see if Rachel Greene got off the plane, in the final episode of ‘Friends’. It ...
Is Cannes’ meat ban a form of virtue signalling?
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Cannes Film Festival recently took place, and to be more sustainable, they banned red meat. However, celebrities still arrived in their private je...
How mams are ‘practical’ and dads are ‘craic’
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
During a recent trip away from the family home, Seán’s guest realised just how different the roles are that are played by mums and dads. But why is...
Pets are out and about, but should they be?
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
More than half of Irish households have a pet.Cats, gerbils and exotic birds make up part of the pet population, but dogs are by far the most "pu...
New project to make gigs and late night venues safer
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sexual harassment and discrimination on night outs is, unfortunately, a widespread experience that needs to be stopped. Safe Gigs Ireland wants to end...
Why are Irish Defence Forces in South Lebanon?
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
While war still rages in Gaza, there is a conflict in the north, with Hasbullah and Israel launching rockets at each other - and Irish troops are stuc...
Are French Fries the best chip?
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Potatoes: the Irish family staple. And with them, there’s so much you can do, especially when it comes to making chips! You can have chunky chips, s...
How is Tidy Towns actually judged?
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s that time of year again, when local groups across Ireland are busy getting their towns in pristine condition ahead of the Tidy Towns Competitio...
Is celibacy a new trend?
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The dating app Bumble recently went viral for all the wrong reasons because of their newest billboard reading, “You know full well a vow of celibacy...
How to make a blended family work
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Although blended families are now more common, it still has all its challenges. It can take time for each family member to adjust to the new dynamic a...
What’s the point of a ‘Supercomputer’?
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are computers. And then there are supercomputers. Most normal computers are handy for everyday tasks, however, it’s unlikely they’ll be able...
The history of Glasnevin cemetery
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The population of Dublin is roughly the same as the amount of people in Glasnevin Cemetery - which may lead you to think of the stories left dead and ...
Capturing the memory of a teenage disco
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s one of the most exciting moments of many young lives, and a new photobook aims to capture the realities of local teenage discos from a teenage ...
How historically accurate is ‘Bridgerton’?
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bridgerton has recently returned for a third season! As they delve into different characters this season with new romances, it can make you wonder how...
What’s the appeal of the ‘Mile High Club’?
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For many, the mile high club is a bucket list achievement. The club refers to a group of people who have managed to have a romantic rendezvous while i...
Realising when you have burnout…
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes things can feel like they’re too much and can become completely overwhelming. Emma Gannon had this feeling and was eventually forced to ta...
Is failure actually good for us?
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rejection and failure can be a bitter pill to swallow but as they say “what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger”. Failure is part of a healthy l...
Has anything changed since ‘Super Size Me’?
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
20 years ago the documentary ‘Super Size Me’ was released. In it, Morgan Spurlock took part in a social experiment which saw him attempting to eat...
‘I spent all my money on a horse!’ - Henry McKean & Communions
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Communion season is upon us... Is it a rite of passage? Or are we all being hypocrites, since many of us won’t bring the child to mass every Sun...
Why is customer support so frustrating?
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes it can feel like a living nightmare trying to talk to a real human being in customer support, you’re either dealing with chat bots, or rid...
What does a modern day butler look like?
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Butlers are still around, but things are probably quite different these days. Today’s modern day butler duties would resemble those of a personal as...
The Dublin Portal isn’t our first failed monument…
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dublin’s newly opened portal – which offers a two way 24/7 livestream to New York City – has been temporarily turned off after several high prof...
Is the all-in-one streaming service incoming?
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Last night, one of the biggest media companies in America announced that they are to offer a new streaming service bundle, which will include Netflix,...
How to navigate the drama with group chats
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Group chats can be a place of entertainment which brings people together, but it can also be a stomping ground for snarky comments and division. From ...
Shelbourne celebrate 250-year lease for Tolka Park!
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dublin City Council has granted Shelbourne a 250-year lease for Tolka Park. The League of Ireland club has faced an anxious future over their permanen...
Did the first pig kidney transplant work?
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Richard Slayman, the man who received the first ever pig kidney transplant has died 2 months after the operation although doctors say his death was no...
Is the age of carpet dying out?
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dyson has launched a brand-new product - a £600 electric mop. As more and more people shift away from carpets and move towards wooden and tiled floor...
How safe is the content in your phone?
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Digital driving licences are set to be introduced later this year. The new driving licence will be conveniently kept in the wallet app on your phone. ...
How do you plan for your death?
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You might not think about it a lot, but death is one of two certainties in life. So, what do you want to happen to your body when the time comes?Stefa...
Who was Roger Corman?
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A legend of cult cinema, who played a part in launching the careers of Martin Scorsese, Francis Ford Coppola, James Cameron has died. His name is...
What living with hypochondria is like…
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In recent years mental health problems have become widely accepted and understood yet hypochondria is “still the one that we’re allowed to laugh a...
What exactly is ‘Sleep Tourism’?
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With more awareness about the importance of sleep, travellers are looking for hotels that can offer some good quality shut eye. From pillow menus to €...
Why do we collect things?
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Coins, watches, stamps and fridge magnets are just a few of the many popular items people collect but why do we ‘collect’ items? And what makes so...
Upcoming Elections: How does the voting process work?
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As local and European elections are looming people are being urged to register and vote. Although the registration process has gotten easier in recent...
The history of red lipstick
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sean talked to Faye Keegan, a writer, about the fascinating history of red lipstick. Over the centuries, the meaning of wearing it has evolved dramati...
Are you afraid of fairy forts?
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The stories of the fairy forts and trees date back centuries; it is said that if you tamper with the fairies, bad luck will follow you around, but why...
How to swear in Swedish
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Newstalk Reporter Henry McKean asks locals in Malmo how to say all sorts of bad words in Swedish.
What stories do costumes convey on screen?
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Iconic Costumes of the Irish Silver Screen exhibition has recently opened at the Newbridge Silverware Museum of Style Icons. The exhibition featur...
Ireland gets its own Amazon
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Amazon has announced the launch of its new online Irish store, which will open next year. Amazon.ie will include over 100 million products and will fe...
How brands hook you with scents
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How important is our sense of smell in our day-to-day lives? Very important it turns out. More and more brands are following in the footsteps of Aberc...
What makes a good election poster?
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Election season is upon us, as you will have seen by the posters that are being erected across the country at the moment. But what makes a good electi...
Controversy in Malmö: Israel gets booed
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Newstalk reporter Henry McKean travels to Malmö and speaks with Sean about the reactions surrounding Israel's controversial participation in this yea...
"Do we know if he had a blue tooth?" The viking namesake behind wireless tech Bluetooth
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It may be surprising to some that the namesake and symbol of wireless technology Bluetooth was inspired by a real viking.But how did the Nordic warrio...
Is it normal to have a relationship with your stalker?
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Netflix’s Baby Reindeer follows the true story of comedian Richard Gadd’s dysfunctional relationship with his stalker. But what are the chara...
"Sheep just want to die on purpose!" Farmers on the impact of losing animals
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jeremy Clarkson's venture into farming has come with some heartbreaking lessons and choices, including sending his beloved Pepper the cow to the abatt...
Is it healthy to look back on old photographs?
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Looking back on old photographs can bring on powerful emotions when remembering how much our lives have changed.But is it helpful to reminisce on time...
How to survive this year's wedding season
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wedding season is quickly approaching, but what are the tips and tricks to survive the next few months of festivities?Seán speaks to journalist Édae...
The Cuckoo Tracking Project
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cuckoo birds are arriving back in Ireland after their 18,000km round trip migration. But where exactly do they go and what way do they come back? Seá...
Should a sexual orientation question be added to the census?
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The CSO is considering broadening the range of questions for sexuality and gender in the 2027 census. CEO of BeLonGTo Youth Services Moninne Gri...
"It was unbelievable" The Hotel Singer Who Opened for a Take That Concert in Glasgow
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Daniel Rooney was singing in a hotel in Glasglow when he was told Take That’s Gary Barlow had a gig for him that would “change his life”. W...
Around The World: US Teacher Uses AI To Frame Boss of Racism
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jonathan DeBurca Butler takes listeners through the week's international stories...
Visiting the Disgusting Food Museum in Malmö - Henry McKean in Sweden
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
While visiting Malmö to report on the Eurovision, Newstalk's Henry McKean stopped off at the Disgusting Food Museum to tuck into some stomach churnin...
What exactly is Padel?
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Padel has gained huge popularity recently, celebrities like Roger Federer, David Beckham and Robbie Keane have played Padel and it doesn’t seem to b...
Where does the Confirmation pledge come from?
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Pledge is a promise that kids make during the Holy Communion process in 5th or 6th class. Confirmation season is here and 90% of the primary schoo...
Gen Z believes 57 is old!
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A recent study found that people under 27 think 57 is old. They also believe that retirement is just sitting and pottering around the place. Howe...
How do you spot a narcissist?
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
John Fardy’s guests are two psychotherapists who specialise in adult children of narcissistic parents. Having met through Instagram a number of year...
How do algorithms actually work?
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Curiosity may get the better of us when we are scrolling on social media, maybe we interact with a peculiar-looking video, only for our timeline to be...
The 50th anniversary of Abba’s Eurovision win!
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we gear up for Eurovision next week, this year marks the 50th anniversary of Abba’s famous 1974 win with ‘Waterloo’. Joining John is Giles Sm...
‘I am the mother of an only child - by choice.’
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Being a parent has become increasingly difficult in today’s society, with many external factors now influencing prospective parents’ decisions on ...
‘If I see a number I don’t know, I don’t answer!’ - Henry McKean asks if people answer their phone
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One in four young adults have never answered their mobile phone. Henry McKean, who does answer his phone most of the time, joins guest host John Fardy...
Miriam Rivera and the dark side of reality TV
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You may remember the extremely problematic reality show ‘There’s something about Miriam’, where contestants did not know that the woman they wer...
How does Ireland’s asylum process work?
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Asylum seekers have been moved from tents at the International Protection Office on Mount Street in Dublin’s city centre to State accommodation in C...
Why are pee-stained jeans a new fashion trend?
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There seems to be a new trend every single day that never fails to shock people. Pee-stained jeans are the latest fashion trend...or disaster. Are the...
Is the hot school meals scheme done well enough?
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the government rolls out the hot school meals scheme to more and more primary schools across the country, is it fit for purpose? Or should it be do...
When does summer officially begin?
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the first of May, and for many people out there – the official start to summer. But for others, it’s all a lie - and summer won’t start u...
Irish community in Tel Aviv disappointed by Ireland’s position on conflict
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With a small - but significant community of Irish people living in Israel, what are their views on how the Irish government, and Ireland in general, h...
The Force flows through West Cork
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a new festival in West Cork coming from a galaxy far, far away – you guessed it, the Feel the Force Festival will be celebrating all thing...
Could wine agriculture take off in Ireland?
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With continental European summers getting hotter and drier, is it time for Ireland to step up to the mark and adopt wine agriculture on an industrial ...
How many people actually died in the Civil War?
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Despite much scholarship on the subject, there is little agreement on just how many people actually died during the Civil War in 1922 and 1923. Howeve...
Keeping old Irish recipes alive
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Passing down recipes from generation to generation is crucial to our culture but it seems that it has faded in recent years, most likely due to findin...
‘My mother was a dominatrix in Dublin in the 1980s’
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Seán’s guest Susan grew up in a unique household in 1980s Dublin, where her mother ruled the roost as a dominatrix, to make a living after falling ...
Do we get our personality from our parents?
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all heard the saying ‘like father like son’ but how accurate is that statement? New research has been carried out to investigate how much ...
The history of Irish people living in the UK
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Epic Museum in Dublin has put together an exhibit called ‘Look Back to Look Forward: 50 Years of the Irish in Britain’ that collects stories o...
Is zero alcohol Guinness actually good?
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the last year, sales of Guinness 0.0 have surged by nearly 50%, highlighting the increased interest in non-alcoholic drinks in recent years. Joinin...
How do you split the household chores?
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Household chores can be a divisive subject in any relationship, with one person often picking up the slack and subsequent frustration in the process. ...
Using bath water to grow your plants - a good idea?
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As unpredictable weather and summer droughts increase due to climate change, there is now a growing trend for people to use so-called ‘grey water’...
Should you always play with your child?
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There’s much debate online on whether it’s important to teach your child to play alone and entertain themselves, or whether you should suck it up ...
The world’s first AI beauty pageant! (For some reason)
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The world’s first AI beauty pageant has been launched, with over 1000 entries so far. The winners are set to be announced next month. Sally-Ann...
This man did wine tastings during the London Marathon
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Seán’s guest managed to complete the London Marathon the other day with a little help from an unusual source...wine! Tom Gilbey, a sommelier a...
The incredible power of… Bluey?
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you’re a parent of young children or not, you’ve most-likely heard of the children’s cartoon Bluey, which is taking the world by storm! ...
Do people still read poetry?
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s National Poetry Day, and although most of us think that we’ve not interested in poetry or never consume it, you might be wrong... ...
Make-A-Wish Story: Evelyn O’Byrne
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Newstalk is partnering with Make-A-Wish Ireland to celebrate Wish Week. Join us all week as we talk to some incredible children and their courageous f...