Moncrieff
Episodes
New child-led campaign gives insight into childhood experiences of Bullying.
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A new child-led campaign launching today in Dublin’s North Inner City is giving young people a voice on safety and bullying. Organised by the ...
Do we need more ladies' toilets then mens?
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wherever you go, it wouldn’t be unusual to see a queue for the ladies' toilets...whether it’s at a function, a wedding reception, a bar, a shoppin...
Would letting Pets on Public Transport be a wise decision?
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The National Transport Authority is currently trying to work out a uniform policy for pets on buses, trains and trams. So, should they be allowed and ...
GUBU,The Malcolm MacArthur murders and the political scandal it caused
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
GUBU has been added to the Oxford English Dictionary. The word was first coined by Irish Journalist Conor Cruise O’Brien and is an acronym for which...
How do you choose the right mattress?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We spend a third of our lives in bed, but are we choosing the right mattress?Experts say the wrong one can affect everything from sleep quality to dai...
How hard is it to get a retrofit grant?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We’re all being encouraged to upgrade our homes to make them more sustainable, but with new windows, solar panels and insulation, it can get expensi...
Are we in the golden age of short stories?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A new collection of short stories by Irish writers continues the tradition of this particular format of fiction being a particularly strong medium for...
German bank heist - how safe are your valuables?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A massive bank heist in Germany has left thousands of customers devastated after thieves emptied over 3,000 safety deposit boxes during a Christmas br...
The Star Wars ship built in Cork - Henry McKean Reports
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Micheál Fitzgerald, who has built a spaceship in a barn on a farm in East Cork. As first reported in the Irish Examiner, the realistic spaceship...
Should you ban screens in the household?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
While the debate around excessive screen use is often framed around children being out of control and addicted to their devices, Seán’s guest takes...
How do you cook elk?
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
At the Masters golf championships, it's traditional that the reigning champion chooses the menu for one of the dinners. Rory McIlroy chose elk as one ...
New collection showcases messages from Irish diaspora in the 1900s
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A new university project showcases an online collection of messages sent between Ireland and America in the 1900s.Joining Seán to discuss this is Bre...
One year on since the LA Fires - Henry McKean Reports
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's been over a year on since the LA Fires, which killed over 30 people and destroyed over 18,000 homes and structures and displaced around 200,000 p...
Can having a bath make you run faster?
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A new scientific study has revealed that having regular hot baths can boost your performance as a long distance runner.Joining Seán to discuss is Ell...
Should we have oral immunotherapy in Ireland?
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Seán’s guest spent time yesterday speaking to an Oireachtas committee about the need for greater and more extensive resources for oral immunotherap...
Do fashion trends tend to return?
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Fashion might feel fast and unpredictable, but research suggests it actually runs on a cycle. A study highlighted by Rhys Blakely in The Times support...
MEP Barry Andrews on the situation in Beirut
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
While the focus of the world is on Iran, another casualty of this war is Lebanon, who is also being attacked by Israel.Fianna Fáil MEP & Chair of...
Moncrieff’s Murder Club: The Missing Postman
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Every Wednesday, Podcaster Cassie Delaney will join Seán to share some unusual stories on heinous crimes.This week, Cassie joins to discuss multiple ...
How do you make tulips last?
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You can’t move for the tulips in florists and supermarkets around the country at the moment, but what are the best tips to make them last longer in ...
What family life in an apartment looks like over 40 years
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the housing crisis, there is the school of thought that we should embrace apartment living, but it seems like we’re hard wired into wanting a h...
Were there two St. Patricks?
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A theory that has been contentious for hundreds of years is that there were actually two Patricks, whose stories have been conjoined into the St Patri...
TV on the Radio: Scarpetta, Age of Attraction, Twisted Yoga
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
TV Reviewer James Dempsey joined Seán Moncrieff for the weekly TV review slot, TV on the Radio…
Baywatch is coming back
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Baywatch is coming back! We are being promised more sun, sand and slow-motion running on the beach.Newstalk reporter Henry McKean spoke with Matt Nix,...
Guinness recipe in Norwegian vault
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
My next guest recently travelled to the Arctic island of Svalbard to deposit some very important Irish documents relating to Guinness in a secure vaul...
Are smartwatches a viable alternative to smartphones?
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the many risks that smartphones pose to children, more and more parents are giving their kids ‘child-safe’ smartwatches. The smartwatches all...
What is dumbing down sport?
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Newly invented sports have been making headlines recently, mainly due their simple and even stupid nature. Joining Sean Moncrieff on the show to...
Psychology of crying
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Crying is something every human being does, yet many of us still feel embarrassed or apologetic when it happens. From childhood, people are often taug...
What is an ‘aqua ceilí’?
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever gone to a céilí in your togs? Well, the Aqua Céilí has been held at the Sean McDermott Street Pool in Dublin for the past four years...
Pixar movie causes controversy after removing LGBT storyline
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Last year Pixar released a film called ‘Elio’, which had controversy when an apparent LGBT storyline was taken out. Pixar’s Chief Creative Offic...
How does the Wife Carrying Race work?
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Earlier this week, the 2026 edition of the annual Wife Carrying Race took place in Surrey in England. But how does it work, and why would someone want...
Speed dating in France leads with sexual fantasies - should we?
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In France, there’s a new variant on speed dating: prospective couples are armed with cards, each with their favourite sexual fantasies.Is this a hea...
What was the ‘manosphere’ in the 80’s and 90’s?
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve watched Louis Theroux’s new documentary on the dark side of the ‘manosphere’ - it’s pretty depressing stuff. So where can men go t...
Protecting Iran’s cultural treasures and heritage sites
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Concern is growing for the large number of UNESCO World Heritage sites in Iran, after the famed Golestan Palace was damaged in bombing over the past f...
Satirical Trump statues keep appearing in DC
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A statue of Trump and Epstein, in a ‘Jack and Rose’ pose from Titanic, has mysteriously appeared on the National Mall in Washington DC. So, what’...
Why flooding can cause depression and PTSD
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Surprise surprise, it’s lashing rain again, which means potential flooding to homes and businesses. A new study has found that there is a mental hea...
Living with extreme migraines
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There is a perception that a migraine simply means a bad headache and sensitivity to light, but it can be much more than that.Catherine Hearns experie...
How a drummer made his own prosthesis to keep playing
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
One of the fastest drummers in the world only has one arm. What he has achieved with a specially designed prosthesis has given him a new lease of life...
The illusion of food security in Ireland
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The sudden increase in the price of fuel in the last week shows how vulnerable our island can be due to events in other parts of the world. The same a...
World watercress eating champion admits he doesn’t like it!
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Seventeen titles in a row, but he says he hates the taste of the stuff. One man in Hampshire has dominated the World Watercress Eating Championships f...
Doctor uses robot to do surgery 2,400km away
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A doctor in London has successfully removed the prostate from a patient 2,400km away in Gibraltar using a robot.Joining Seán to discuss is Prokar Das...
Moncrieff’s Murder Club: Ouija board stabbing
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Every Wednesday, Podcaster Cassie Delaney will join Seán to share some unusual stories on heinous crimes.This week, Cassie joins to discuss the case ...
EU Order of Merit award - do we need it?
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The EU has introduced a new Order of Merit award. But who are the Irish people listed, and do we need this sort of honours system at all? Joining Seá...
The evolution of movie trailers
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Some people try to avoid them entirely, but many cinemagoers enjoy watching trailers ahead of the movie to get a sense of upcoming releases. You could...
Gerry Adams arrives in bulletproof vest - how do they work?
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When Gerry Adams arrived at the Royal Courts of Justice yesterday for a civil case, he appeared to be wearing a bulletproof vest, but how do they work...
Should men be wearing ‘proper’ shoes?
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There used to be a time when you were refused entry to wear runners, but now you can get funny looks for wearing ‘proper’ shoes. Plus, they’ve b...
What you should (and shouldn’t) keep in your fridge
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Do you put eggs in the fridge? Should you put milk in the door of your fridge? How do you know what the correct method is?Joining Seán to discuss is ...
The importance of student teacher relationships
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Unless your child is exceptional, they have strengths in some school subjects, and weaknesses in others - or they are happy to work on certain subject...
Yeats’ studio ephemera up for auction - what are the highlights?
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Bidding on a collection of Jack B Yeats’ studio tools and ephemera will end tonight. So, what are some of the highlights?Joining Seán to discuss is...
Locals in Coon campaigning to save pub
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A group of locals in the village of Coon in Kilkenny are in a race against time to save their pub, and a successful campaign could see it being run as...
Does the Government need to do more to combat anti-Semitism?
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A new report from the Jewish Representative Council of Ireland has documented more than 140 anti-Semitic incidents in Ireland over a six-month period,...
New documentary series covers women vs the law in Ireland
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A new documentary series on TG4, starting this Wednesday, charts the conflict between Irish women and the law in Ireland: from the marriage bar to the...
What’s the best advice your mother gave you? - Henry McKean Asks
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Don’t forget it’s Mother’s Day this Sunday! What is the best advice your mother ever gave you?Henry McKean has been out asking the public, and j...
Éanna Ní Lamhna on the 40th anniversary of National Tree Week
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week marks the 40th year of National Tree Week. Joining Seán to discuss it is Irish Biologist and former President of the Tree Council of Irelan...
Building the most expensive Lego set currently on sale
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The largest and most expensive Lego set currently on sale in Ireland and the UK is the Star Wars Death Star, coming in at a staggering €999.99, and ...
How the Deaflympics are embracing new technology
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Deaflympics is the oldest international multisport event for deaf athletes. At the most recent Deaflympics, a range of new technologies to make th...
Do people actually upstage the bride?
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Every celebrity or high-profile wedding comes with a flurry of comments across the interest of people, claiming guests were “upstaging the bride”,...
What is the new Government private jet like?
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Next week, the Taoiseach will take the first official trip in the new government jet, travelling from Dublin to Philadelphia and then on to DC for the...
What is ‘Tedfest’?
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tedfest is the annual celebration of Father Ted, where hundreds of like minded fans descend on Inis Mór. Peter Phillips, Co-Founder of the event join...
Survey finds Gen Z men having more traditional views on gender roles
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A major new survey of attitudes has discovered that Gen Z men have more traditional views on gender roles than their grandparents’ generation.Joinin...
Why ‘Belly Bugs’ will make your child pick salad over chips!
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
How can we get our children to eat healthier? David Bell believes that the best way to get kids to eat healthier is to make them think it’s their id...
Do you laugh in serious situations? - Henry McKean Reports
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
According to a study, if you start laughing during a serious situation, it could be a sign of high intelligence. Henry McKean met people who start lau...
Kildare Photographer shortlisted for Sony World Photography Awards
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Irish photographer Shane Hynan has been shortlisted for 2026 Sony World Photography Awards Professional competition. The Kildare native has been laude...
How US oil embargoes are causing chaos in Cuba
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Cuba, which depended heavily on Venezuelan oil imports, has been heading towards a major humanitarian crisis since the Trump administration began emba...
Should more young people try a trade? - Josh Crosbie Reports
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Every year at Leaving Cert results time, you’ll hear that the results don’t mean everything - and that there are many career options ahead of you....
Should we ditch curtains and use the ‘Dutch method’?
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Are curtains cancelled?The so-called ‘Dutch method’ suggests sleeping with them open, letting early sunlight wake you naturally and reset your bod...
Should the British be more sensitive to the Irish community’s death care?
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A new report from an organisation representing Irish interests in the UK shows just how difficult it is for the Irish community to have a ‘good Iris...
The Ford Fiesta turns 50!
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The iconic Ford Fiesta is turning 50 this year, the beloved hatchback was a bestseller and still tops the secondhand market. So how did the Fiesta bec...
Dog chipping scheme - 10 years on
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It is 10 years this month since the government introduced the dog chipping scheme. So, has it been a success and what still needs to be done to make i...
Japanese scientists invent onion that doesn't make you cry!
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Japanese scientists have created a new breed of onion, known as the ‘smile ball’, which does not make the eyes water when it is chopped.Renowned C...
The Jim Carey clone conspiracy
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When the Canadian actor Jim Carey recently accepted an honorary prize at the prestigious César Awards in France, the internet was aghast at his look ...
Why are parents choosing more gender neutral names for their kids?
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The results from the latest CSO baby names report shows a grá for gender neutral names, but why?Joining Seán to discuss this is Darach Ó Séaghdha,...
School’s aquaponics project supplies Michelin star restaurant
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A Dublin school’s aquaponics project has been such a success that it now supplies its produce to a Michelin-starred restaurant.Joining Seán to disc...
Thousands of protected animals dying in tangle nets
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thousands of protected marine animals including grey seals, dolphins, angel sharks and flapper skates are drowning in tangle nets set for crayfish off...
Will new drivers from South Africa alleviate ‘ghost buses’?
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Commuters across Dublin are growing increasingly frustrated with so called ‘ghost buses’ services that appear on real-time displays, but then vani...
Survivor of historical sex abuse shares her story
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There’s always a difficulty in the investigation of cases of rape and sexual assault, often being the word of one person against another, with no wi...
The extraordinary story behind the assassination of Trotsky
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The ice axe that was used to assassinate Leon Trotsky is perhaps one of the most famous murder weapons in history, currently on display at the Interna...
Should Ireland adopt the Welsh methods of language revival?
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Seán’s guest is recently back from Wales, where he was exploring how the native language of that country is thriving and looking at whether or not ...
Why people are ditching the plane to get to their holiday
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
More and more people are choosing to travel to their holiday destination via land and water rather than using air travel, perhaps to reduce their carb...
Is it time for a spring clean? - Henry McKean Reports
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It’s now early March: is it time for a spring clean and a declutter? Does it clear the mind?Henry McKean met people spring cleaning at a recycling c...
Aisling Brennan on suffering a cardiac arrest at 27
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Just days after Christmas, 27-year-old Offaly camogie player Aisling Brennan collapsed suddenly while at a friend’s house. With no warning signs and...
Can books fight loneliness?
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Reading is good for you for many reasons - one being a way to combat loneliness, which repeated studies have been discovering.Louisa Earls, Manager of...
Trump allowed Doonbeg expansion - if he protects the snails
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Clare County Council has given the green light for a new 320-capacity ballroom at Trump International Golf Links and Hotel Doonbeg, but there’s a sm...
Are we in a sex recession?
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If it feels like we’re in a romantic recession, you’re not wrong. From Dublin to New York, young people are reportedly having less sex and more sc...
Colm O’Regan on the importance of libraries
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Despite an apparent decline in reading and funding problems, the Irish library network very much still exists - and should still be used!Joining Seán...
Are pub crawls still a thing?
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Seán’s guest today has probably visited more pubs than most people and is a big believer in reclaiming and celebrating the original idea of a good ...
The mystery of the HMS Saldanha
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Shifting sands have revealed what may be a part of the starboard bow of the HMS Saldanha, a navy frigate that was wrecked off the coast of Donegal in ...
Chef Gaz Smith on the power of chicken feet
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Now, before you wrinkle your nose, yes, we’re talking about chicken feet. They may not win any beauty contests, but when it comes to making rich, no...
How much bias is in a coin flip?
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A new poll of 2,000 adults has found that people still commonly use a coin toss to make decisions about things, but is there any bias involved in flip...
Why ‘shelf cleavage’ is making a comeback
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Corsets are back - “shelf cleavage” is having a moment, and apparently, we’re all meant to look like we’ve stepped out of Bridgerton or at lea...
When does spring actually start?
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you have young kids in primary school, you may have heard them discussing how we are currently in spring, as this is what is taught in the current ...
What is ‘hygiene poverty’?
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Poverty can affect people in many ways, including hygiene poverty. When money is running low, hygiene items like soap, shampoo, deodorant and more can...
Why does the Cork accent sound close to a Jamaican one?
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jamaicans are claiming a Cork TD as one of their own after a video of Thomas Gould speaking in the Dáil went viral.People on social media say that hi...
The need for more support for male abuse survivors
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The resources available for people subject to domestic abuse are stretched thin enough - even more so for men. There is a Men’s Aid, but their help ...
Do most people have no hope for future finances?
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A new Credit Union survey has found Irish people’s outlook on everything from personal finance to the price of consumer goods tends to be negative. ...
New study finds that T-Rex went on tip toes instead of stomping
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In Jurassic Park, the T-Rex stomps around the place with an earth-shattering rumble, but a new study in the States has discovered that it actually mov...
What happens to regular people on the rugby bulking diet?
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The rugby bulking diet involves the consumption of vast quantities of calories over a short period of time in order to put size on quickly. But what h...
Limerick locals suffer from poitín withdrawls
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Locals in Adare, County Limerick were left without poitín after its producer was caught by the Gardaí - and the lack of the drink was giving them wi...
Lettuce hair is taking over - but why?
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jacob Elordi has one, and so does Connor Storrie from ‘Heated Rivalry’, but what exactly is the lettuce haircut? Is it basically a mullet?Phil Dom...
Tortoise island in danger of extinction due to lack of males
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On the tiny island of Golem Grad in North Macedonia, a population of Hermann’s tortoise is heading for extinction, not because of predators or habit...
Why is there more poverty in the LGBTQ+ community?
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A major new study has found that members of the LGBTQ+ community in Ireland face far greater levels of poverty than the general population, but why is...