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'Common sense and go with your gut' - Tips for Solo Travel

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kipling – the luggage brand, not the cakes – have issued a Solo Female Traveller City Index, ranking European destinations. Dublin has come in 5th...

How To...Make a Speech

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this weeks 'How To' slot we’re looking at how to make a speech. Sean was joined by Gina London, Founder and CEO of Language of Leadership and Su...

'Quite shocking' - Ireland's women soccer team to retain white shorts

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The FAI has announced that they will retain white shorts for the women’s soccer team for the upcoming World Cup. This is in spite of the fact that...

Death by rooster: The extraordinary life and death of Jasper Kraus

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A new podcast series for the Irish Examiner examines the tragic case of a man who was killed in 2022 in an unusual incident involving a rooster. But w...

The Power of Friendship

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Most people believe friendships are important, but how important? Do they affect our health? Do we have a limit to the amount of real friends we hav...

Prison in Iran: 'They are trying to kill your soul' - Woman tortured at age 16

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In 1982, Marina Nemat was arrested, tortured, and sentenced to death for political crimes in Iran. She was 16 years old. Today, she lives in Canada an...

The Bed Project: What you look like when you're asleep

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A new project for the Guardian newspaper seeks to explore what takes place in different beds over the course of a single night. Bed is a place where w...

'It really unnerved me': Mum removes photos of children online after influencer had images reshared

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Legislators in France are considering a law which could see some parents prevented from sharing images of their children on social media. The so-calle...

How important are logos? Reaction to Twitter's Dogecoin symbol

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Twitter users around the world have been asking where is the blue bird logo gone. Fans of the platform woke up to the logo of a dog replacing the fam...

One Dublin One Book: The Coroner's Daughter

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Forensic science, also known as criminalistics, is the application of science to criminal and civil laws, during criminal investigation. But unknown t...

The inability to burp

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Burping is something most of us take for granted. But what if you’re were medically unable to burp? Where would that trapped gas go and how would a ...

Banishing hash browns from the full English

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The full English breakfast is comprised of eggs, rashers, beans, and sausages and more. But the perennial question still exists, does the hash brown b...

The History of Long Wave Radio

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With RTÉ Radio 1 ceasing its long wave broadcasts from April 14. To explain the history of Long Wave Radio and why its on the way out, Sean was joine...

Using ChatGPT in the classroom

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chat GPT has been getting a bad reputation in education, with fears around cheating a nd how hard it would be for examiner to know if a student used i...

Over 100,000 people currenlty hold gun licenses in Ireland

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There are currently around 200,000 active gun licenses in Ireland. An expert group has recommended that gun owners licensing system be changed. Under ...

Dublin's new Jewish Heritage Trail

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A new heritage walking trail has launched in Dublin which highlights some of the most significant Jewish areas and history of the city. Sean was joi...

The Battle for Your Brain

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It may sound like science fiction but what technologies are out there that can be used to read our brain waves? Are governments of the world aware of ...

Theatre for Babies

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Some people like theatre, and others don’t. But what about babies? Do they like the arts? Anna Newell believes so, she’s a theatre director wh...

Naked Feminism: ‘Why as a woman should I have to choose between my body and my brain?’

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Would an academic be disrespected if she spoke about her work or shared her experiences naked? That was the thinking behind my next guest’s approach...

'Every book you read changes you' - The world of online reading challenges

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

People vary greatly in terms of how quickly they can consume a book. Now you can sign up to a GoodReads Challenge, wherein people are committing to re...

'Everyone is so helpful' - Henry making friends at the charging point

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve recently made the switch from petrol or diesel to and electric vehicle, you’ll know that you are doing that bit extra to combat climate ...

'Being loud isn't the same as being good' - Busker welcomes new bylaws in Killarney

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In an attempt to crack down on monotony, coarse language and noise levels, authorities in Killarney are introducing new bylaws to restrict the rules c...

Irish culture 'being starved' by lack of funding for TV content - Larry Bass

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A leaked EU Commission document suggests that the UK could be removed from the list of countries providing European Content. There are concerns this ...

'Great excitement' as Ballina prepares for Biden visit

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As the country prepares for President Biden’s upcoming visit, one particular town is particularly busy in the hope that he will visit his ancestral ...

How To...Publish a Book

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this weeks 'How To' slot we’re looking at how to publish a book. Sean was joined by Deirdre Nolan, Publishing Director of Eriu, an imprint of Bo...

The importance of the fada

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For years, people’s whose names contain a fada have had to contend with various forms and certificates omitting a key part of their identity. Howeve...

Scientists discover water in glass beads on the Moon

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It may surprise you to discover that there could be enough water on the moon to support a mission. The challenge is in unlocking this as a liquid. M...

Emmadale Cattery

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The global debate of ‘which animal is better, cats or dogs?’ seems never ending. However it’s safe to say that when it comes to the protection ...

'Something completely unique' - Kanturk's prize winning chocolate black pudding

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We often think of puddings as a uniquely Irish breakfast staple but it is in fact global and particularly prestigious in France. Now an intriguing c...

Rent Busting: Irish man fighting greedy landlords in the Netherlands

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A modern day Robin Hood is among us, and his target is greedy landlords in the Netherlands. Irish expat Shane White contacts people renting over-p...

100 Years of Employee Records from Jameson Distillery

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Some people take to the bottle to forget the past, but what about the bottle that could help remember the past. Head of Archives at Irish Distillers,...

'It's a bit of fun!' - Henry asks why do people touch Molly Malone’s chest

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tourists that come from all over the world to Dublin will regularly spotted visiting the Molly Malone statue on Suffolk Street. Along with hearing the...

'You never got the full set!' - Collecting cereal box toys

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you remember the feeling of a toy landing into your cereal bowl when you were a kid? One person who loved it so much, decided to collect the toy...

The hidden cost of heat pumps

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Heat pumps are a more efficient way of heating the home but why are they increasing and not decreasing the overall electricity bill? Sean was joined...

'He painted them as villains' - The downside to kindness videos on social media

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this new digital age our privacy is exposed more and more each day. With random act of kindness videos becoming the norm nowadays, it begs the ques...

News and A Natter: Kieran Cunningham

27 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kieran Cunningham, sports writer and columnist with The Irish Star joined Sean on the show today to recap the stories making the headlines this past w...

Dublin's first bike library

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A project which aims for parents to replace their school pick up and drop offs with a more environmentally friendly solution than the car is now going...

3D Printed Cheesecake

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Just when you thought the hype around 3D printing had died a death, scientists have started dipping their toes in the world of culinary arts. After so...

A Masterclass in Happiness - Finnish Style

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ever dreamed of a crash course for a happy lifestyle in the world's happiest nation? Finland is the World's happiest country and they are giving you ...

The man living under water for 100 days

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The longest period of time a human has spent living continuously underwater is 73 days but now a scientist in Florida is aiming for 100 days. This is ...

Guided tours of Derry City

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The walled city of Derry is full history, right up to recent times, so when it comes to learning about it all, there are many directions you could tak...

The overuse of the word vibe

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“That’s such a vibe”, “vibe check”, “that’s just not my vibe”-if you’re a parent to a gen zer you might be familiar with those phas...

Seventh son Danny Gallagher has healed people 'all over the world'

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Danny Gallagher is the seventh son of a seventh son and according to Celtic lore, he therefore possesses the power to heal people simply by touching t...

‘Forget about Dolly Parton and concentrate more on people's needs’ - Henry McKean in Derry

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A DUP MP is on a mission to find fellow Dolly Parton fans in the UK Parliament. Jim Shannon submitted a House of Commons motion to mark the 50th anni...

'Serious difficulties still with the Stormont Brake' - Former SDLP Leader

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Durkan has lived in Derry all his life and played a key role during negotiations of the Good Friday Agreement. He is a former leader of the SDLP ...

Partygate: 'Boris Johnson still thinks he can come back to be Prime Minister'

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Boris Johnson is currently facing a grilling from MPs on the Commons Privileges Committee in a hearing established to ascertain whether or not he deli...

‘It’s a rip off!’ - Henry McKean investigates the impact of shrinkflation

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With the continued cost-of-living crisis comes shrinkflation. Shrinkflation is when products shrink in size but will often remain at the same price. ...

'Queen Maeve' the Flemish Giant rabbit ‘looking for a good suitable home’

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The DSPCA is currently searching for the owners of a giant 7kg rabbit that was found lost in Dublin. ‘Queen Maeve’ is a Flemish Giant rabbit that ...

How To...Buy a Computer

22 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this weeks 'How To' slot we’re looking at how to buy a computer. Sean was joined by Elaine Burke, Host of the For Tech Sake Podcast to discuss.....

Councillor calls for more dog wardens to monitor restricted breeds on beaches

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sharon Tolan, Fine Gael Councillor in County Meath joined Sean on the show to discuss why she is calling for more dog wardens in the Meath area...

Most common CV mistakes

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Damien McCarthy, CEO of Founder of HR Buddy joined Sean on the show to discuss some of the most common mistakes people make when writing their CV and ...

Introducing allergenic foods 'early in life could reduce the possibility of becoming allergic to peanuts'

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is it safe to give your baby peanut products in the first few months of life? The general consensus has been no- but recent research published in The ...

'It's life changing!' - Henry McKean searches for a Lotto winner in Duleek

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The National Lottery has confirmed last Saturday's €3.9 million jackpot-winning ticket was sold in Duleek, Co Meath, for the second time in 6 months...

UK trophy hunting ban 'will end up killing far more animals than it saves'

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The British government has voted to introduce a ban on trophy hunting after the overwhelming backing of many celebrities and controversial incidents s...

Emergency phone alert system ‘could be more harm than good’ if used in wrong situation

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the United Kingdom, the have announced they are to introduce an emergency phone alert system. It will activate in danger to life situations such as...

Running the London Marathon backwards

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Harrison is currently in preparation to run the London Marathon in a couple of weeks. However unlike his other competitors, Tom plans to run the r...

News and a Natter: Sinead O'Carroll

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sinéad O’Carroll, Editor of TheJournal.ie joined Sean on the show today to recap the stories making the headlines this past week...

'You name a celebrity, they were there!' - Henry McKean on his time in LA

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Henry McKean is just back from the Oscars, the glitz and glam. But what is it really like away from the red carpet? Henry McKean joins Sean in studio...

'I ended up having so much fun!' - Exposing romance scams for enjoyment

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

After receiving dozens of direct messages from scammers, Becky Holmes from Warwickshire in the UK decided to play them at their own game. Her Twitte...

The danger of a detox diet

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gwyneth Paltrow has faced a backlash after sharing her ‘wellness’ diet on podcast The Art Of Being Well. Sarah Keogh, Registered Dietician at Ea...

Those with Arts degrees are 'more able to move from one job or discipline to another'

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

“Arts degrees are vital to our AI future”, that’s according to Ed Conway- an economics and data editor with Sky News. But how can these humaniti...

'Plenty of good, bad and ugly pints wherever you go' - The Guinness Guru

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This weekend is going to be a big weekend for Guinness drinkers. The Cheltenham Festival runs until Friday and it is expected that spectators will sin...

How To...Start a Vegetable Garden

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this weeks 'How To' slot we’re looking at how to start a vegetable garden. Sean was joined by Michael Kelly, founder of GIY and author of 'The G...

'I don't think I've felt as much fear in the community as I have lately' - Drag queen Veda

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Irish drag artist Lavendar has spoken out about the abuse they received after accepting an award for CMAT at last week’s Music Choice Awards. They c...

'Not much left for CDs' as vinyl's rise in popularity

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The inflation in the cost of living is monitored by a “shopping basket” of goods – how much is a litre of milk, a box of tissues etc. Every n...

Why do we fear clowns?

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you afraid of clowns? Does Pennywise the Clown from the movie IT fill you full of dread? You are not alone! A new study is looking to find out why...

Dyslexia: Employers encouraged to be flexible and make reasonable adjustments

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

‘People with dyslexia should not be forced to turn up to work on time’ - so claims a headline in the Daily Mail today. A security guard in the UK ...

Six asteroids that will 'maybe hit the earth' at the moment

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There are a number of asteroids, varying in size, that may or may not hit Earth over the next few centuries. But how likely is it that they could hit ...

'A good single life can be as happy!' - Why is there stigma around single people?

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Why do we have this notion that single people cannot simply be as happy as those in couples? Is your existence only truly validated when you find that...

Are more people searching for their dream job?

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A new survey in the UK has found more than half of employees don't think they will ever be in their dream jobs. It comes as Aldi is looking for a Chi...

Hopes for ‘more access to more public beaches’ for naturist community

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Women will soon be allowed to swim topless in Berlin's public pools, after a ruling by the city's authorities. It comes after a woman who was thrown o...

China has no 'military or economic reliance' on Russia

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Xi Jinping has officially been handed a norm-busting third term as China's president, solidifying his legacy as one of the nation's most powerful lead...

'Here is a man who's really done nothing wrong' - Calls to reinstate Fr Tony Flannery

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Father Tony Flannery is a popular redemptorist writer. Back in 2012 he was pulled from ministry by the Vatican and his religious congregation over his...

News and A Natter: Saoirse Hanley

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Saoirse Hanley, Features Writer with the Irish Independent joined Sean on the show today to recap the stories making the headlines this past week...

'A symbol of hopes and dreams' - Henry visits The Hollywood Sign

10 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Hollywood Sign is celebrating 100 years. The Hollywood Sign Trust maintains it for its cultural and historical importance for LA. Henry McKean met...

WWE apply to legalise gambling on scripted wrestling matches

10 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

World Wrestling Entertainment or WWE, as they are known, are in talks with state gambling regulators in the US in an attempt to legalise betting on pr...

'Unlawful religious discrimnation' against atheist who applied to be chaplain of Defence Forces, WRC finds

10 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Workplace Relations Commission has found that John Hamill, who made an application to be a chaplain but was rejected by the Defence Forces had bee...

Preparing for a cold snap

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With weather warnings left, right and centre is Ireland ever ready to handle the snow? Should we be looking at developing systems if extreme weather i...

Are restaurant standards slipping?

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ever found a fly in your soup? A hair in your sandwhich or a nail in your pudding? Well, then you may not be the only one. 9 cafes and restaurants wer...

Why do people love grey cars?

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered why it seems like almost all of the cars on the roads these days are grey? Grey is Ireland’s most popular car colour for the ...

Brides being encouraged to make 'once in a lifetime' speech at their wedding

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The days of speeches at weddings being the sole responsibility of men – the groom, father and best man – are over. Now, brides, mothers and maids ...

Irish filmmaker in Ukraine motivated by stories that otherwise 'would never be told'

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Finn Boylan is an Irish documentary filmmaker who spent 5 months in Ukraine last year making a documentary about the Irish involvement in the war. He ...

Hypnosis for staying committed to the gym

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever joined a gym and then never went? Have you commitment issues? Hannah Apperley, Holistic Hypnotherapist, runs commitment therapy classes ...

Referendum on removing 'women in the home' reference from Constitution set for November

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Government has confirmed a referendum on gender equality will be held later this year. Proposals for constitutional amendments are to be published...

How To...Floor your home

08 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this weeks 'How To' slot we’re looking at how to invest. Sean was joined in studio by Fintan Farrelly, stone and wood expert from Tile Style to ...

Are the days of great sitcoms over?

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We are said to be in the golden era of television. However, not everyone is happy. Rory Cashin Entertainment Editor with Joe.ie says 'we might never...

Are younger generations worse off than their parents?

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Last week Holly Cairns made her opening address as the new leader of the Social Democrats. During Leaders’ Questions she made the claim that she com...

The man who visited Disneyland for 2,995 days in a row

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever visited Disneyland? Did you enjoy it? Jeff Reitz visited the theme park on a whopping consecutive 2,995 days. That is over 8 years – a...

‘Prices are only going to go up!’ - Henry asks if people can afford holidays abroad

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

According to a new survey the average holiday per person is €2,800 for a foreign holiday. With higher costs with airline capacity remaining tight 2...

TD calls for clarification on how unclaimed Lotto prize money is spent

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There are people in Ireland winning large amounts of money in the lotto. However, not everyone claims their prize. One online ticket winner in Limeric...

ChatGPT writes a play

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

An audience are being asked to take part in an experiment in the Civic Theatre this Thursday. They will help write a play for the actors on stage, thr...

Coffee farmers in Kenya facing 'significant challenges' due to drought

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With the rising temperatures and natural disasters caused by climate change, is there a threat that will see coffee and other commodities disappear? ...

The History of The Tricolour

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar was in Waterford yesterday to celebrate the 175th anniversary of the first flying of the Irish flag. On the 7th of March 1848...

Movies and Booze: LIVE from Limerick Strand Hotel

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sean was joined for Movies and Booze by Rachael Ryan, Leslie Williams & Brian Lloyd with thanks to Marks and Spencer. Today’s drinks are listed be...

The Sarsfield Homecoming Project

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Where is Patrick Sarsfield, the first Earl of Lucan buried? One professor believes he has identified the mystery burial site in Belgium. Dr Loïc ...

Limerick now featured on popular game Minecraft

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Back in 2020, Mateusz Bartnik decided that the Treaty county should claim its rightful place in the wonderful world of MineCraft and set up Build the...

"All you need is a good pair of shoulders"-Celia Holman Lee on what it takes to be a model

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Celia Holman Lee, apart from being a proud Limerick woman, is a highly regarded fashion commentator, stylist, television presenter and is founder the ...

The Science of Extracting Flavour

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Nature, it has been said, invites us to eat by appetite and rewards by flavor. But what exactly are flavours? Why are some so pleasing while others ar...

'I couldn't have been welcomed more' - Denise Calnan on life in Ballyfermot

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

People were shocked to hear about the attacks on Gardai that took place in Ballyfermot a couple of weeks ago. No one was more outraged than active com...

'It would be pretty sad!' - Henry McKean asks what the world would be like without cats?

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Former UK Health Minister Matt Hancock considered exterminating cats early in the Covid crisis, 3 years ago, because a female Siamese became the first...