Moncrieff
Episodes
Parenting with Joanna Fortune
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Joanna Fortune joins Sean to discuss listeners' parenting queries..
How to improve your Financial literacy
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know how much money you put into your pension every month and where it is invested?A new survey shows that 7 in 10 Irish adults don’t underst...
Is the quiet nature of electric cars a problem ?
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
While Electric Cars are great for the environment, they have certainly changed the sounds of our city streets making them quieter but is this a good t...
Coco Gauff’s meltdown... How can we manage our anger in sport ?
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After she lost her match at the Australian Open in Melbourne yesterday, world number 3 Coco Gauff went off the court and smashed her racket violently ...
Britain plans to place health warning labels on firewood should Ireland do the same ?
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Under new British government plans, stoves and firewood are to carry health warning labelling in the UK. But should we introduce a similar scheme in I...
Boycotting the U.S from your travel list. Is that wise ?
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the global state of play, many Irish tourists are choosing not to travel to the US in these tense times. So is a travel boycott really a sm...
Around the World
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jonathan DeBurca Butler joins Seán Moncrieff to take listeners through the week's international stories. This week...Afghanistan - release femal...
Everyone is buying second-hand, but are we still failing to make fashion sustainable?
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The boom in second-hand fashion is often celebrated as a sustainability success story — but according to sustainability strategist Pat Kane, that’...
Cartoonist for the Guardian on depicting Trump and how to make satire
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Rowson has been skewering politicians in the Guardian for more than four decades, bringing ink, paint and biting satire to some of the biggest ...
Amid the horrid weather, is now a good time to book a sunny break away ?
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the country in the midst of a bout of absolutely AWFUL weather, many of us are looking out at day after day of rain and wondering when will it ev...
The 29-year-old with a life-threatening condition campaigning for access to a drug which could improve her life
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
At 29 most young people are looking forward to building a life and settling down, but for Niamh Ni Hoireabhaird this takes a bit of adjustment. She is...
Why we tend to date people who look like our parents
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Beckham family is no stranger to public fascination, but one recurring observation keeps popping up in headlines and social media: the striking si...
New DinoTracker app aims to identify fossils
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A new app uses AI to identify the footprints of dinosaurs. But how does it work? Sean to discuss was Steve Brusatte, Palaeontologist from the Universi...
Should Ireland have baby boxes?
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After New York’s Mayor Zohran Mamdani floated the idea of introducing a baby box scheme to his city, the Scottish government sent him one of theirs....
The myth of the perfect friend group
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
U.S. based Journalist Jenny Singer examines the common belief that adulthood requires a tight-knit, always-present friend group. Influenced by TV, soc...
Robert Glynn on self building his own ‘barn’ home
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With building supplies getting more and more expensive, Seán’s guest decided to build a barn instead of a brick and mortar traditional structure. S...
Did you grow up without TV? - Henry McKean Asks
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Given her profession, it might surprise you that Jessie Buckley did not grow up with a TV until she was a teenager. But, is this the way to grow up, o...
The battle for supremacy in First Class travel
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With Lufthansa launching their exclusive new first class option recently, the battle for supremacy rages on among the world’s top airlines when it c...
Eamonn Keaveney on walking barefoot across Europe
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mayo man Eamonn Keaveney has walked over five thousand kilometres barefoot, from Istanbul to Ireland.Now, nearly a year later, he is on the final stre...
Is listening to an audiobook as good as reading?
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Earlier this week, Camilla Parker Bowles declared that audiobooks “count too” when it comes to reading. Over the past few years, sales of audioboo...
Is it bad if a child curses?
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What would you do if you heard your child cursing? Would you reprimand them, question the very education you gave them or perhaps even laugh?While the...
What is the swan census?
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The swan census has been taking place across Ireland recently, to try and ascertain how many wild whoopers we have in this country.Joining Seán to di...
Sami Abu Wardeh on making comedy out of Irish Palestinian displacement
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As the son of an Irish mother and a Palestinian father, Sami Abu Wardeh has experienced the effects of colonialism, war and displacement many times in...
Oscar nominations released - how did Ireland do?
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Oscar nominations have just been released, with lots of expectations surrounding Killarney’s Jessie Buckley.Joining Seán to discuss is film mak...
Questions to ask your older relatives - Henry McKean Reports
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When an elderly relative dies, some people may have regrets on not spending enough time with them or not asking enough questions - but what questions ...
The psychology behind treating yourself
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After a long day at work, cooking may be the last thing on our minds. With the added benefit of a home-cooked meal and none of the effort, takeaways h...
China’s Marriage Market - Emily Keegan Reports
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It’s not unusual for parents to get in the middle of their children's love lives or try to set them up with a person they think would be an impressi...
Should dogs be banned from pubs?
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Over the past number of years, landlords seem to have become a lot more welcoming to dogs, perhaps due to the pandemic when pet ownership rose signifi...
Do you go ‘off menu’ at a restaurant?
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Is it okay to go ‘off menu’ at a restaurant or are you just creating a headache for the kitchen?Joining Seán to discuss is Chef, Restauranteur an...
Is it okay to sign off a work email with a kiss?
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
More and more work emails seem to be signed off with an ‘X’. But is it okay to put a kiss in correspondence with someone you may have never met an...
New report shows strain on state care for children
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Child Law Project’s latest report shows the strain that services are under to provide accommodation for children in state care, and also explore...
Submarine discovers WWII wreck off Donegal
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Seán’s guest uses a special submersible, based in West Cork, to help unlock the secrets of Ireland’s 2,000 shipwrecks.Joining to discuss is John ...
Mental health support benches aim to save lives
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Micky Hazard’s nephew Jay passed away in 2019 when he took his own life, and the loss has spurred Micky on to help others. He and his sister have se...
The Commodore 64 returns - how well does it hold up?
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The iconic 1980s video game console Commodore 64 is being re-launched. But how well does it hold up in this decade?Tech Journalist Emmet Ryan joins Se...
EU says we need to stockpile 72 hours worth of stuff in case of disaster
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hadja Lahbib, the Preparedness and Crisis Management Commissioner for the EU, has called on citizens to prepare at least 72 hours' worth of essential ...
New EU law could kill the car radio
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Big tech is affecting every part of our lives and today the European Commission is launching a law which could very well mean the end of the car radio...
Beckham feud - what’s the next step for PR?
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The fallout for the Beckham family continues in the wake of Brooklyn Beckham’s bombshell statement last night, but how will his parents David and Vi...
Dealing with ‘central heating hair’
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the weather fluctuating between cold and mild, many listeners will be struck with ‘central heating hair’, but what is it, and how can it be c...
Is antisocial behaviour getting worse?
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Is antisocial behaviour really getting worse? And do you feel unsafe on our city streets?The problems with Dublin have been extensively documented: cr...
The not-so-glamorous side of running
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With an increase in people taking part in long distance running and competing in races, it can cause the so-called “runner’s tummy” which is a c...
AI porn addiction is on the rise - what can be done?
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There hasn’t been a day this week that the dangers of Grok haven’t been highlighted: particularly the nudification of women and children. However,...
Should we adopt ‘French’ Sundays? - Henry McKean Asks
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Do we need to be more like the French and keep Sundays sacred? Closing the shops and forcing people to rest?Henry McKean has been asking the public, a...
Is political profanity on the rise?
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
While touring a Ford factory in Michigan on Tuesday, Donald Trump was heckled by an autoworker. He responded with profanity and a hand gesture. So, ho...
The ‘Slime Jesus’ controversy in Germany explained
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Outrage continues to fulminate in Germany over the Christmas broadcast of the so-called ‘Slime Jesus’...So, what is getting people so exercised?Jo...
Should we ditch the tissue for the handkerchief?
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Do you carry a handkerchief?With the winter colds and flus in full flow, some people are opting to ditch the manky tissue in favour of a luxury handke...
Should men have engagement rings too?
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After noticing a friend wearing only a wedding ring, with no engagement band, Journalist Jennifer Horgan reflected on engagement rings and questioned ...
YouTube is officially more popular than TV
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Is terrestrial telly doomed?Eyebrows have been raised in the UK after new data revealed that more people are watching Youtube than the BBC – as view...
Are grief levels with pet bereavement the same as with human loss?
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A new study suggests that people who are grieving a pet can experience prolonged grief disorder, but the International Classification of Diseases, a w...
New study finds male libido peaking at 40
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We tend to think male libido is all about hormones raging early, then a slow, inevitable decline, but a major new study turns that idea on its head. I...
Can derelict buildings be used for the housing crisis? - Henry McKean Asks
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
While we have a derelict site tax, but for some reason, a lot of them are left unpaid, and there are towns around the country dotted with vacant or de...
The reality of going on holiday with young kids
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What is going on holiday with young kids really like, and why can it feel like absolute hell? Anne Sheeran has a two year old and a four year old...
A Corkman’s role in liberating Venezuela from the Spanish
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the furore over Venezuela continuing, spare a thought for Corkman Daniel Florence O’Leary, who played a critical role in the country’s libera...
What’s behind a home’s BER rating?
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Your home’s BER rating could be costing homeowners more than they realise - and many still don’t know what it actually means.With energy bills soa...
How often should you change your socks?
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
How often do you change your socks? According to an expert, it is vital to do it every day in order to avoid ‘Cheesy Foot’, ‘Onion Foot’, ‘G...
How accurate was Brendan Ingle’s portrayal in ‘Giant’?
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The new film ‘Giant’, which was reviewed last week on Movies and Booze, focuses on the relationship between boxing world champ Prince Nazeem and h...
The difficulties facing gay couples in starting a family
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Seán’s guest’s new play, ‘In Vitro’, opens at Bewley’s Cafe Theatre on February 2nd here in Dublin. Inspired by her and her wife’s experi...
Why is the EU getting involved with housing?
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why is the EU getting involved in solving the housing crisis?And just what do European cities have in common when it comes to high rents and unafforda...
Can you make it to stardom from reality TV?
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
While Jessie Buckley began her career in reality television back in 2008, is it common for contestants to make the transition to the big time like her...
Why is the popularity of couples counselling increasing?
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why is everyone going to therapy?It seems that more and more millennials are seeking professional help to manage their relationships, with a rise note...
The father and son who built an Irish entertainment empire
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A new book ,‘The Outsiders Who Built Irish Entertainment: Maurice and Louis Elliman’ tells the story of the father and son duo who created an ente...
What’s in the ‘Make America Healthy Again’ diet?
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Trump administration released new dietary guidelines this month that call for Americans to eat whole foods and limit highly processed products.The...
Can children get ‘acquired ADHD’ from screentime?
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Children’s mental health clinics are fuller than ever, with rising cases of anxiety, attention problems and social withdrawal. One Paediatrician bel...
What does the future of diplomacy look like?
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Are we nearing the death of diplomacy?In the first two weeks of this year, we have already seen major events unfold on the world stage, with Trump’s...
What is ‘longevity fixation syndrome’?
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Transhumanism, the active desire to outlive your own mortality, is now seen as a disorder in some quarters.Joining Seán to discuss this is Jan Gerber...
Cork Publican on finding sobriety
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A Publican who owns three bars in Cork has launched an exhibition about his relationship with alcohol, addiction and recovery.Publican Michael Droney ...
When pop stars interfere in politics
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
While Europe waits on Donald Trump’s plans for Greenland - it has certainly prompted Icelandic singer Björk to weigh in with her own opinion. What ...
Ireland’s youngest and fastest cyclist set to travel to Mount Everest by bike
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A Corkman who cycled the length of Africa will be embarking on yet another gruelling challenge: travelling from Cork to Mount Everest by bike!Daragh C...
Why are there protests in Iran?
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There is increased international attention on the violent protests in Iran today after President Trump pledges to weigh in and consider very strong mi...
Over 58,000 have opted out of organ donation
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
More than fifty eight thousand people have opted out of being an organ donor since new legislation came into effect last year, according to new figure...
New record for largest sock collection set!
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A new Guinness World Record has been set for the largest collection of socks. At 1,531 pairs, former CBS Philadelphia News Anchor Jim Donovan is king ...
What is the best Bond theme song?
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Forget about who should be the next James Bond, there are bigger questions at stake... like who should do the next Bond theme song?With Noel Gallagher...
Should Gen Z go out more?
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We hear so much about how the Gen Z youth of today are spending their Friday nights drinking matcha, doing yoga and meditating. Well, student and Life...
Does Cork City need a cable car?
09 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Cork city is the 38th most congested city in the world. Seán’s guest believes that a cable car network might offer a simple solution to a complex p...
Lego reveals ‘smart brick’ - are we depriving ourselves of simple joys?
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Lego has “reinvented” the brick and is set to release its new line of ‘smart’ toys.The new Lego Smart Play System includes smart bricks with r...
Why our non-confrontational language is getting in the way
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We’re no strangers to saying no to a perfectly good cuppa when we’re actually dying for one, but could our shared struggle in saying what we mean ...
The annoyance of losing things - Henry McKean Reports
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Influencer James Kavanagh lost his yellow coat a few years ago and he still misses it. Why does losing an item of clothing or a ring sometimes hold su...
Why are Venezuela’s gold reserves in London?
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As the fallout over the Maduro situation continues, Venezuela continues its pursuit of its vast gold reserves from the vaults of the Bank of England, ...
Ireland set to hold EU Presidency - what should we expect?
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With Ireland assuming the rotating Presidency of the EU Council from July, what are some things we can expect will be on its agenda? Joining Seá...
Would banning advertising on junk food actually work?
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, the UK has introduced a total ban on all junk food advertising on TV and online. This means that companies will be prohibited from advertis...
Meghan Markle sells a million jam jars - how can you make it at home?
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It has been revealed that Meghan Markle’s jams are proving popular with over one million jars snapped up by shoppers...But, just why is jam so sough...
Why don’t writers retire?
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why don’t writers retire? Novelist Julian Barnes is bucking the trend having announced his retirement coinciding with his 80th birthday, saying...
Tesla loses EV war to BYD - what now?
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Chinese electric vehicle company BYD has now overtaken Tesla for the first time to become the world’s biggest selling EV brand.Joining Seán to ...
Does Ireland need to embrace bolder architecture?
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Is Ireland too timid when it comes to our architectural ambition? Sinead O’Sullivan, a Business economist, has been writing about this in the Irish ...
US-based Irish therapist on growing anxiety in Trump’s America
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A US-based Irish therapist says Trump’s America is causing a rise in depression and anxiety among his clients.Eamonn McKay is a Therapist based in C...
Parenting with Joanna Fortune
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Joanna Fortune joins Sean to discuss listeners' parenting queries...
Where did the ‘Wilhelm Scream’ come from?
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Even if you’ve never heard the name, you would recognise the iconic Wilhelm scream, which has been used in countless movies.But, where does it come ...
Xi Jinping and the lost Irish novel
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
During the Taoiseach’s meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping yesterday, the two bonded over the shared love of an Irish novel which is somewhat ...
What is Canicross?
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In Scandinavian countries, you might see dog sledding in snowy conditions. Apparently, we have something like it in Ireland, but with a twist...Joinin...
The significance of the 1926 census
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The 100th birthday of the first census conducted by the Irish Free State is coming up. What was the significance of this one, and how were they conduc...
Young people accused of not being “work-ready” - why?
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Young people are being accused of not being “work-ready” because of the decline of the Saturday job.The UK’s former Secretary of State for Healt...
How important is outdoor schooling?
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
These dark winter days make getting outside difficult, but with three quarters of children spending less time outside than prison inmates, one school ...
How we got the stereotypical view of witches
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The release of Wicked: For Good has seen the return to the big screen of the stereotypical image we have of witches. They have green skin, a conical h...
TV on the radio: The Night Manager, New Season of Traitors and Run Away
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Olivia Fahy joins Moncrieff with her picks for what to stream. On the list this week:Season two of The Night Manager a British spy thriller television...
Why boredom is good for us especially now
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Psychologist and Neurologist, Ian Robertson, joins sean to discuss and explore a counter-intuitive idea for the new year: that boredom isn...
How to buy a New house in 2026? Will buyers' fortunes improve?
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As a new year rolls around, more and more people will be looking to get on the property ladder during 2026. But what is the forecast for the year, and...
First day back blues, how hard is the transition back to work? Henry McKean Reports.
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
.It’s the first day back for many. How are you feeling? Are you struggling? Do you hate your life? Do you question your existence? For many office w...
Months in planning, over in two and a half hours: How the U.S snatched Maduro
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
While the operation to capture Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro was a complex tactical mission for US special forces, how exactly did they carry ...
The New Book on Walt Disney's Mary Poppins and how it came to be one of the Most Successful Movies of All Time
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A new book explores the extraordinary story of Walt Disney, PL Travers and the two Ukrainian brothers who made Mary Poppins one of the most succ...
Road bowling: One of Ireland's oldest sports in 2026
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
While road bowling is a well known sport in Co. Cork, what is the state of the sport today and what can we expect for 2026? Joining John Fardy in for ...
The significance of Font
02 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has ordered American diplomats to drop the Calibri font and return to Times New Roman, calling the switch a prod...