The Niall Boylan Podcast (They Told Me To Shut Up)
Episodes
#639 Does Animal Abuse Deserve the Same Sentence as Child Abuse
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, Niall is joined by Cathal Leavy from P.A.W.S. to discuss a case that shocked the internet long before “going viral” became r...
#638 When Epstein’s Name Is Enough to End a Career
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
But amid the noise, a warning has been issued by some newspapers and commentators: that media outlets are increasingly publishing long lists of names ...
#637 Property Emergency. Use It or Lose It?
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland is in the midst of a housing emergency — rents and homelessness are rising, while tens of thousands of homes sit empty. According to the 202...
#636 The Only Thing Speeding Up Is the Fines
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Niall opens the lines as new traffic cameras could be rolled out across Dublin by the end of the year. The proposed cameras would detect speeding, ill...
#634 Raising Reckless Kids: Time to Penalise Parents?
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall speaks with Councillor Gavin Pepper about the devastating death of Grace Lynch (16), who died in hospital after suffering catas...
#635 Beaten at School — Should the State Pick Up the Bill?
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Niall follows up on a tweet that struck a nerve online.Last week, he spoke to a man who says his life and education were destroy...
#632 Is Ireland’s Legal Aid System Being Played?
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall is joined by social commentator Karl Deeter to take a hard look at the cost, scale, and alleged abuse of Ireland’s free legal...
#633 If Gardaí Are Drug Tested, Should Politicians Be Next?
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode, Niall opens the phone lines to hear directly from listeners on a question that cuts across privacy, public trust, and workplace safety:S...
#631 Loan Shark Loans — Help or Horror?
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s programme, Niall opens the phone lines to hear directly from listeners about their experiences with high-cost lending institutions and lo...
#630 Free Speech vs Public Safety: Should Ireland Ban X
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Niall sits down with veteran journalist David Quinn to unpack a Business Post poll that’s shaking up the social media debate in Ireland — one that...
#629 Daughter Pregnant at 15. What Would You Do?
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s podcast, Niall is joined by journalist Fatima Gunning from Gript Media to discuss a deeply sensitive and divisive situation sent in by a ...
#628 Social Media Bans: Are Parents Failing?
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s show, Niall begins with the latest on the Mercosur trade deal, getting an update directly from Brussels with TD Paul Lawless as concerns ...
#626 No Time Bar on Crime: Is Ireland Out of Step?
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the podcast, Niall is joined by financial commentator and public policy analyst Karl Deeter to tackle a provocative legal and social question...
#627 Is the Taxman Taking the Care Out of Caring?
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the podcast, Niall is joined by Jackie Flannery from the Irish Rural Farmers Association to discuss the growing backlash from family carers f...
#624 No Ring, No Rattle: Ireland’s Marriage and Baby Drought
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall is joined by David Quinn, journalist and spokesperson for The Iona Institute, to discuss a stark new paper warning that Ireland...
#625 Is Driving Uninsured Ever Understandable
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall is joined by Daragh Cassidy of Bonkers.ie to unpack the relentless rise in car insurance costs — and the real-life consequenc...
#623 Seven Years On: Was Ireland Ready for Abortion?
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s programme, Niall is joined by Eilís Mulroy, pro-life campaigner and commentator, to revisit one of the most consequential decisions in m...
#622 Shamrocks or Sanctions? Ireland’s White House Dilemma?
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the show, Niall is joined by John McGuirk of Gript Media to tackle a question that goes right to the heart of Irish diplomacy — and Iri...
#621 Property for Sale — Tenants Included, No Exceptions
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the show, Niall opens the phone lines to callers to debate major new changes to Ireland’s rental laws coming into force from March 1st.Unde...
#620 Is Political Opinion Now Grounds for a Travel Ban?
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall is joined by barrister Dominic Wilkinson to unpack a controversial case raising big questions about borders, politics, and free...
#619 Wedding or Save THe Dog. You Decide?
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall takes on a story that has stopped people in their tracks and split opinion everywhere it’s been shared. A young couple have m...
#618 Ireland Is a Rip-Off: Who Can Still Afford to Stay?
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Each week, host Niall opens the lines to random callers from across Ireland who are struggling to keep their heads above water as the cost of living s...
#616 Name and Shame: Should Gardaí Publish Mugshots?
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall is joined by financial commentator and media regular Karl Deeter to unpack a controversial new move by the Police Service of No...
#617 Breastmilk or Broccoli? The Vegan Baby Debate
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall is joined by John Carmody, animal welfare activist and committed vegan, to tackle one of the most emotionally charged parenting...
#615 Blocking X: Safety First or Slippery Slope? Uncensored version
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Niall Asks, Niall is joined by journalist Ian O’Doherty to unpack the growing international row over Elon Musk’s social media p...
#614 Catholic by Force or by Faith
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Niall Asks, Niall is joined by Jason Osburn of Gript Media to discuss and debate a recent Irish Times piece by former President Mar...
#613 The Great Irish Toll Road Rip-Off
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This Saturday on the podcast, Niall will be joined by Peadar Tóibín, leader of Aontú and one of the most vocal critics of recent policy decisions a...
#612 Predictions & Possibilities: 2026
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As we approach the end of the first week of the year, Niall will be joined by celebrity chef and restaurateur Paul “Pay” Treyvaud for a wide-rangi...
#610 Taxpayer Taps Turned Off: Can RTÉ Survive on Its Own
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Niall opens the phone lines for an in-depth discussion on the future of RTÉ, after Media Minister Patrick O’Donovan made it clear there will be no ...
#611 Is Ireland Forcing Mothers to Identify the Father?
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Niall opens the phone lines to hear mixed views on Ireland’s new birth registration law, which for the first time places a duty on unmarried parents...
#609 If You Loved Me, Would You Sign A Prenup
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Niall opens the lines after receiving a powerful email from a listener facing an unexpected dilemma just months before her wedding.She’s getting mar...
#608 Junk Food, Booze & Bets: Ban It or Bin It?
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Niall is joined by social commentator Karl Deeter to unpack one of the most controversial media and public health debates right now.Following a major ...
#606 Digital ID: The End of Anonymous Ireland
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s show, Niall is joined by John McGurk of Gript Media for a wide-ranging conversation on what lies ahead politically and culturally in Irel...
#607 Auto-Enrolment Pension or Is It Auto-Tax?
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the show, Niall opens the phones on the new auto-enrolment pension scheme — or as many listeners are already calling it, “paying for your...
#605 You Know It’s Christmas in Ireland When…
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this festive episode, Niall opens the phone lines and invites listeners to share the moments that truly signal Christmas in Ireland.We’re asking ...
#604 Beef, Borders: Is Mercosur Bad for Ireland?
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall is joined by Ciarán Mullooly MEP and Jackie Flannery from the Irish Rural Association to discuss one of the most controversial...
#600 Mam, Dad… You Sold My Inheritance!
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Niall is joined by property expert Karl Deeter to unpack a family dilemma that’s struck a nerve with listeners.We received an email from ...
#601 Should Christmas Eve Be a Public Holiday?
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the show, Niall opens the phone lines to debate a question that always sparks strong opinions at this time of year:Should Christmas Eve be a ...
#602 Stuffed Bird & Big Opinions with Paul Treyvaud
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this festive special, Niall sits down with renowned restaurateur and social commentator Paul Treyvaud for a no-nonsense, start-to-finish guid...
#599 Public Sector or Private Sector: Who’s the Laziest?
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Niall kicks off by talking about a tweet he recently put out stirring up debate on public-sector work and accountability:“Refo...
#598 The Abortion Bill Vote and the Fox Hunting Row
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Niall speaks with TD Paul Lawless about the rejection of the abortion bill and the key arguments that led to its defeat in the D...
#597 It’s Not Cheating If It’s the Christmas Party (Apparently)
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode kicks off with an email that struck a nerve — and judging by the phones, a lot of listeners had opinions.Niall reads out a message from...
#596 Will AI Replace Four Years of College Partying?
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall is joined by journalist Larissa Nolan to tackle a question that’s sparking heated debate around the world: Is college becomin...
#593 Should Youth Crime be erased at 18?
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Niall is joined by Laoise Da Brun, Barrister-at-Law, and Karl Deeter, political commentator, to tackle a contentious legal and m...
#594 Christmas Stockings & Canine Spending
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall opens the phone lines after receiving an email that’s struck a nerve with pet lovers and budget-watchers alike. A listener sa...
#595 Islam: The Conversation We Won’t Have? (With David Quinn)
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall is joined by David Quinn, journalist and columnist with the Sunday Independent, for a challenging and wide-ranging conversation...
#592 Marriage Before the Mattress, No Shame?
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Niall is joined by Ben Scallan from Gript Media for a wide-ranging conversation about the quiet but noticeable rise in Christianity among young people...
#591 Bah Humbug Bosses. No Christmas Bonus
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Niall opens the phone lines to callers today after an email from a frustrated father of two who says a recent change in management at his workplace ha...
#590 American Tourists: The Social Media Visa Test
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is screening tourists’ social media legitimate security — or blatant authoritarianism?In this timely episode, host Niall sits down with American-b...
#589 Digital ID: Protecting Kids or Tracking Adults?
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Niall dives into the government’s newly announced Digital Wallet and Age Verification Pilot, a scheme framed as a major step i...
#588 Facial Recognition on Every Corner?
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Niall talks about : The British government is preparing to introduce next-generation surveillance cameras—systems engineered not onl...
#587 The Burqa Ban: Should Ireland Copy Portugal?
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode host Niall opens the lines to listeners for a lively and thought-provoking discussion on a headline story that’s dividing opin...
#586 Mam, I’m Moving In… Again
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s show, Niall dives into one of the most talked-about government ads in years — a new TV campaign encouraging adult children to move back...
#585 Ireland & the EU: Blessing or Burden?
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, Niall sits down with Cormac Lucey, Economics Columnist with The Sunday Times (Ireland), for a frank and provocative conversation...
#584 Impartiality at Risk: RTÉ’s Stand
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the show, Niall dives into one of the most heated cultural and political debates of the week: RTÉ’s decision to boycott the Eurovision Son...
#583 Does the 3-Day Wait Still Make Sense?
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall sits down with Eilís Mulroy for an in-depth conversation about one of the most contentious aspects of Ireland’s abortion leg...
#581 Is Security Worth Your Sanity?
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, Niall opens the phone lines to tackle a dilemma many people quietly live with but rarely talk about openly.We received an email from a man who ...
#582 Goverment Are Brainwashed By Trans Activists
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s show, Niall speaks with Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín following his fiery contribution in the Dáil yesterday — a speech that has alrea...
#580 No Energy Credits, No Care, No Shame
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Niall sits down with Cllr. Albert Deasy for a frank and timely discussion on a question many Irish households are quietly asking this winte...
#578 Fortress Ireland or Free-for-All? UNCENSORED
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Niall sits down with journalist and bestselling author Eoin — writer of Vandalising Ireland — to discuss one of the most con...
#579 Drink Driving: Lock ’Em Up?
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week Niall takes calls from listeners — some angry, some sorrowful, some torn — about the holiday-time crackdown An Garda Síochána begins e...
#577 Kids Alone Till 6pm — Is It OK?
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Niall opens the lines for a deeply divisive and emotional discussion sparked by an email from a worried listener.She says her next-door neighbour — ...
#576 Protecting Children or Policing Everyone?
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia is set to become the first country in the world to ban under-16s from all social media. At first glance many people will say, “Great — i...
#575 Is It Irresponsible to Post Your Kids Online?
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall is joined by social commentator Elaine Mullaly to unpack a striking new story that has sparked fear, debate, and soul-searching...
#574 Antisemitism: The Herzog Park Backlash
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Niall is Joined by John McGuirk (Gript Media)In this episode, Niall sits down with John McGuirk, Editor-in-Chief of Gript Media, to dive into one of D...
#573 Crash or Crime? Should Drivers Go to Jail?
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s show, Niall opens the lines to listeners after a heated debate broke out yesterday. One caller argued that any driver involved in a fatal...
#572 No Rush to Reproduce: The New Normal?
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, host Niall sits down with Laura Perrin of Gript Media to unpack a tweet that has ignited a storm online.An American influencer s...
Inside Dublin’s Rent Rise Decision
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Coming up live after 12pm today, Niall sits down with Councillor Gavin Pepper to unpack one of the week’s most heated local issues: Dublin City Coun...
#571 How Offenders Dodge Full Justice
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the show, Niall speaks with journalist and barrister Sarah Ryan about one of the most controversial issues in criminal justice today: mitigat...
#569 The €5k Kids’ Christmas Debate
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Niall opens the phone lines today after receiving a striking email from a listener:Her sister is planning to spend €5,000 on her three children this...
#568 Five Years, No Home: A builders Betrayal
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, Niall dives into one of the most shocking and heartbreaking housing stories in Ireland right now — the collapse of the Ringfor...
#567 2025: The Year Politics Fell Apart
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
2025 has been a whirlwind year in Irish politics—depending on where you stand, it’s either been a welcome shake-up or a slow-motion disaster. A ne...
#566 Still Love Him… But Not In Love: What Now?
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, Niall dives into one of the most emotionally charged dilemmas we’ve ever received. A 42-year-old mother of three has written i...
#565 Letting Prisoners Home For christmas
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s show, Niall is joined by social commentator and restaurateur Paul Trayvaud for a lively and thought-provoking discussion on a topic that ...
Immigration, Transgenderism, and Economic Realities With Neil Munro
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a thought-provoking journey into the heart of some of today's most contentious issues as host Niall Boylan engages in a candid conversatio...
#564 Can Money Really Buy Happiness?
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, The Nost Niall dives into one of the oldest questions in the world: does money buy you happiness? Inspired by a listener’s ema...
#563 Your Choice? Born Then or Born Now Today
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, Niall sits down with journalist David Quinn to unpack a striking new global poll that reveals something surprising: nearly twice...
Lines of Enquiry: The Hidden Stories Behind Ireland’s Most Compelling Cases
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Check out GoLoud's brand new Irish true crime series Lines of Enquiry.The podcast is presented by retired Garda detective John Sweetman, who spent dec...
#562 Is Cash Still King?
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the Show: “Cash Is King? Gavin Pepper on Blackouts, Cyber Threats & the Cashless Future”On today’s episode, Niall sits down with Du...
#561 Immigration, Can They Fix It? Doubt It.
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, Niall sits down with Laura Perrins of Gript Media to unpack her recent commentary on Ireland’s rapidly intensifying immigratio...
#560 RTÉ: Keep the Fee or Set It Free
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the show, Niall opens the lines for what quickly becomes one of the most heated conversations of the year: Is RTÉ biased—and should Ir...
#559 Too Young to Vote or Old Enough to Care?
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall is joined by commentator Karl Deeter and a lively panel of callers as they unpack one of the most talked-about political propos...
#558 Councils vs. Kids: The Bonfire Bust-Up
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s show, Niall Boylan talks Halloween — and asks the big question: should bonfires be allowed, just for one night of the year?We read an e...
#557 Follow the Bottles, Follow the Money
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Host Niall Boylan sits down with John McGuirk (Gript) to untangle Ireland’s chaotic bottle return scheme. They dig into why the rollout has been suc...
#554 Covid: The Regrets That Still Haunt Us
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Niall sits down with social commentator Karl Deeter to unpack one of the most striking moments from the recent presidential debate — when both candi...
#556 Vandalising Ireland, Dr. Eoin Lenihan,
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Niall is joined by journalist and author Dr. Eoin Lenihan to discuss his provocative new book, Vandalising Ireland, which explores how Ireland has cha...
Would You Lose Your Job for What You Believe?
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There’s been plenty of talk about Catherine Connolly representing financial institutions in eviction cases — with some saying she was just doing h...
#553 Does Jennie's Law Go Far Enough?
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s show, Niall looks at the Government’s latest move to combat domestic violence — “Jennie’s Law.”Minister for Justice Jim O’Cal...
#552 Tuam: Truth, Lies, and the Nuns on Trial
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today on The Niall Boylan Show , Niall sits down with Laura Perrins from Gript Media to tackle one of Ireland’s most divisive and painful historical...
#551 No Car Insurance, No Choice?
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall reads an email from a listener — a father of four — who says his car insurance has skyrocketed to over €2,000 after a sma...
#550 Is Gen Z Missing Something Without Religion?
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Niall takes a closer look at a recent tweet by David Quinn of the Iona Institute, who argued that Gen Z would be better off if t...
#549 Simon Harris, A Vote of Confidence
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Peadar Tóibín on Simon Harris and the State of Irish PoliticsIn this episode, Niall sits down with Peadar Tóibín, leader of Aontú, to discuss the...
#549 Time to Legalise The Weed?
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall opens up the phone lines for one of the country’s most divisive debates — should cannabis be legalised in Ireland?As public...
547 Should We Ban Online Gambling?
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall opens the phone lines to discuss the news that Paddy Power is closing many of its high street betting shops, as the rise of onl...
#546 Taxpayers Hidden Bill for Ireland’s Cruel Racing Industry
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today on The Niall Boylan Show, Niall sits down with veteran Irish Examiner journalist Fergus Finlay, whose recent explosive column has reignited a 2...
#545 Ireland’s Great Energy Rip-Off
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Niall is joined by financial analyst Karl Deeter to dig into a shocking new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) that exposes what many I...
#544 Border Back for Immigration Control?
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Host Niall talks to Paul Tryvaud opens the lines to listeners to debate a hot topic sparked by the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES), which went live...
#543 Hire or Not? The Ex-Con Question
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Coming up at 12pm, Niall is joined by Laura Perrins from Gript Media to unpack a hot political moment: Independent TD Catherine Connolly was asked whe...
#541 Pick a Gender, Any Gender!
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode of Niall Talks, Niall sits down with psychotherapist and author Stella O’Malley — alongside live callers — to unpack on...
#542 Do We Even Need a President?
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this fiery and funny episode of Niall Talks, Niall sits down with Larissa Nolan, journalist with the Irish Mirror, to dig into her provocative new ...