The Niall Boylan Podcast (They Told Me To Shut Up)
Episodes
#348 Bank Accounts Under Siege Fighting Fraud or Breaching Rights?
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall examines the UK’s newest plan to crack down on welfare fraud, which includes granting authorities access to suspects’ bank ...
#347 Should Undocumented Irish Immigrants Be Deported From America?
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall tackles a contentious question: If Donald Trump is vowing to deport all illegal immigrants, should the estimated 50,000 undocum...
#346 Are Video Games Raising a Generation of Violence?
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall explores the long-running debate over whether violent video games negatively affect children’s behavior and desensitize them ...
#345 Donald Trump: A Second Act or the Final Curtain?
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks the burning question: Will Donald Trump’s second term in office be a blessing or a curse for America and the world? With...
Niall And Karl The Rant Shit On A Stick Episode 1
19 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first-ever episode of Niall and Karl: The Rant, where Niall Boylan and Karl Deeter let loose with no filters, no scripts, and no idea w...
#344 From Cheers to Fears: Could Pub Talk Land You in Jail?
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall dives into reports of a proposed UK law that could see pub patrons arrested for offending staff or customers while discussing c...
#343 Violence in Ireland A Threat to Us All?
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall investigates whether Ireland is a safe place for both men and women. According to media reports, 26 women have died since the t...
#342 Do Teenagers Have A Right To Privacy On Their Mobile Phones?
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall examines the question: Should parents have the right to access their teenager’s phone, or do 16-year-olds deserve privacy? Th...
#341 Last Call Before Takeoff: Should Alcohol Be Banned on Flights?
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks if airlines should institute a complete ban on alcohol for passengers. This debate comes after Ryanair, known for its no-n...
#340 Lost in Care: Ireland’s Hidden Child Trafficking Crisis child Trafficking
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this harrowing episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall explores the grim realities of child grooming and trafficking within Ireland's state care...
#339 Free Speech A Step Forward or Backward for Meta?
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall examines the latest free-speech policy changes at Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram. Multiple news sources rep...
From Advocacy to Action: Derek Byrne’s Fight for Change
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this thought-provoking episode, Niall welcomes Derek Byrne, an academic, journalist, and candidate for the University of Dublin constituency in the...
#338 Losing Catholicism, Gaining Islam Ireland’s Changing Spiritual Identity
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks whether it’s regretful that Catholic traditions and customs are fading in Ireland while Islam appears to be on the rise....
#337 Should Deadly Force Be Allowed to Defend Your Home?
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks a controversial question: Should you have the right to use deadly force to protect your home? Under current Irish law, kil...
#336 Is Using The Word Muslim Before The Words Grooming Gang Islamophobic?
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall is asking Is using the word “Muslim” before the words “grooming gang” Islamophobic? Niall speaks with Imam Noonan to ex...
#335 From Tears to Cheers: Callers Revisit 2024
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this final live show of 2024, Niall invites listeners to reflect on the year’s news stories that had the greatest impact—those that sparked ang...
#334 Not in My Backyard: Who Decides Where They Live?
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall examines a contentious development in Athlone, where local representatives mounted a successful High Court challenge against a ...
#333 Safe Spaces or Enabling Addiction? Ireland’s First Injection Center
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall examines the debate surrounding Ireland’s first medically supervised injection center for drug users. Set to open shortly in ...
#322 High Scores, Low Opinions: Does 'Body Count' Really Matter?
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall tackles a divisive topic: Does the number of past sexual partners—often called “body count”—really matter when it comes...
Mother-in-Claws: There Is No More Room At The Inn
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall tackles a sensitive family matter: Is a husband being selfish for refusing to let his ailing mother-in-law move into their home...
#330 Ukrainian Refugees: Should They Be Allowed to Stay When the War Ends?
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks a pressing question: When the war in Ukraine ends, should the refugees who’ve made Ireland their home be allowed to stay...
Paul Hogan vs. The System: Standing Up for Athlone
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall speaks with Cllr. Paul Hogan about the heated controversy surrounding the new temporary accommodation center at Lissywollen, At...
#329 Santa’s Spending Spree: Too Much for a Teen?
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks if parents are going overboard with Christmas spending on their children. A listener contacted the show, saying her sister...
#328 Drink Driving: Is It Time for Lifetime Bans?
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall confronts a harrowing personal encounter with a drunk driver who wreaked havoc on the motorway, nearly causing multiple fatalit...
#327 It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like No Bonus!
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks, Should employers be legally obliged to pay a Christmas bonus? With the festive season and cost of living pressures in ful...
#326 Christmas Heist: Naughty or Nice?
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall addresses a listener’s heartbreaking dilemma: What would you do if your spouse stole money to fund your children’s Christma...
#325 Betting on Forgiveness: Can a Gambler Be Trusted Again?
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall explores the challenges of living with a gambling addict, asking, Can a gambler be trusted again? The conversation is inspired ...
#324 Euthanasia: A Slippery Slope?
02 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall examines the controversial topic of euthanasia, asking, Is it a slippery slope, or do people have the right to die? Following t...
#323 Is It Fair to Blame the Other Woman?
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall examines the complexities of forgiveness and blame in relationships, asking, If your partner cheated, would you forgive them, o...
#322 Meet The Candidates Your Vote Their Vision
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Meet The Candidates, with the general election just two days away, we invited a diverse group of candidates to share their visions an...
#321 The Bigger They Are The Harder They Fall
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall dives into the public reaction to Conor McGregor’s latest legal troubles. A High Court jury recently awarded €248,603 in da...
#320 Election 2024 , Real Change Or More Of The Same?
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s show, Niall spoke with several candidates running in the upcoming election.According to The Irish Times, support for Fine Gael has plumme...
#319 Lonely or Lurking? Was She Right to Call The Police?
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall tackles a divisive question: was a woman right to involve the Garda after noticing an elderly man sitting in a park and watchin...
#318 Cannabis Conundrum: Would You Turn in Your Own Kid?
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode, Niall addresses a difficult question: Would You Report Your Own Child for Selling Drugs? The discussion arises from a recent...
#317 A Nation on File: Should DNA Collection Be Mandatory?
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall addresses the divisive question of whether a compulsory national DNA database should be established. Drawing on recent reports ...
#316 Love, Limits, and Protection: Navigating Teenage Romance and Autism
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall addresses a sensitive and complex topic that raises questions about the boundaries of love, care, and vulnerability. A mother r...
#315 From Hard Time to Smart Time Should Prisoners Get a Hand Up?
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall examines a divisive issue: whether society is overly lenient with prisoners. The discussion stems from a report in The Journal ...
#314 Secrets Next Door: Should Communities Be Informed About Pedophiles?
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall addresses a challenging and controversial question: Should people have the right to know if a sex offender lives in their neigh...
#313 Tail of Justice: Should Animal Abusers Serve Time?
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this gripping episode, Niall tackles the controversial question: Should animal cruelty lead to prison sentences? Prompted by a recent court case, h...
#312 Lust for Life: Reimagining Adult Cinema with Erika Lust
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Niall is joined by Erika Lust, a trailblazer in the world of ethical adult cinema, who is on a mission to revolutionize how we perceive sex on screen....
#311 40 Days for Life With Robert Colquhoun
04 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall speaks to Robert Colquhoun, Director of International Campaigns for 40 Days for Life. Together, they explore the controversial ...
#310 Outbreak Breakdown Was Ireland Immune to Mistakes?
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall takes a closer look at the Irish government’s handling of Covid-19, asking Did they get it right, or was it a series of misst...
#309 From Heartbreak to Heartthrob How Soon Is Too Soon?
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall explores a sensitive question: When is the right time to start a new relationship after the death of a partner? A listener reac...
#308 To Protect and Serve? Are Gardai Getting the Job Done?
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks, Are the Gardai getting the job done? With the Minister promising increased funding for Garda resources, Niall explores pu...
#307 Are You Fur Real? Paid Time Off for Pet Bereavement?
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks, Should you get paid leave from work for the death of a pet? Inspired by a new law in New York allowing workers paid time ...
#306 End of the Road: Resit or Quit for Over 70s?
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Niall is asking Should over 70s have to resit the driving test? A toddler was killed by a 91 year old driver unfit to drive. There has...
#305 Raising Voices, Raising Concerns: Should Shouting at Kids Be Illegal?
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks, Should shouting at children be outlawed in Ireland, just like smacking? Psychologists have claimed that shouting is a for...
#304 Would you vote for a convicted criminal in an election?
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks, Would you vote for a convicted criminal in an election? The question arises following convicted criminal Gerry Hutch’s ...
#303 Should John Be Arrested for Defying the Safe Zone Law?
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks, Should John be arrested for defying the Safe Zone Law? Regular caller John is protesting against abortion outside Cork Un...
Champion of Reputations: Protecting the Famous and the Everyday Citizen. With Paul Tweed
18 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall Boylan sits down with Paul Tweed, one of the world's most respected and feared defamation lawyers, whose client list boasts nam...
#302 Refugee Aid vs Irish Struggles Who Should Come First?
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks a provocative question: Should every support given to refugees and asylum seekers also be available to Irish citizens? The...
#301 Time and Punishment The Cost of Hate
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall examines a controversial question: Should a person receive a longer sentence if their crime is motivated by hate? As the Hate C...
#300 Is Repossessing Homes a Necessary Evil?
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this milestone episode, Niall tackles the emotional and complex issue of home repossession, asking, Is repossessing homes a necessary evil? The con...
#299 Pint-Sized Problems: Are Child Free Pubs A Good Idea?
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks, Are child-free pubs a good idea? The debate was sparked by a story from Kent, where a recently renovated village pub bann...
Are We Living in a Simulation? Is Everything We Know an Illusion? With Rizwan Virk
11 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this mind-expanding episode, Niall is joined by Rizwan Virk, an MIT-trained computer scientist, video game developer, entrepreneur, and author, who...
#298 High Steak Hypocrisy: Are We Hypocrites for Eating Meat?
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks, Is it hypocritical to care about cattle welfare while still eating meat? The discussion follows the outrage on social med...
#297 Partner in Crime: When Cohabiting Costs Millions
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks, Would you report a neighbor or friend committing welfare fraud, or is 'snitching' on cohabiting cheats crossing a line? T...
#296 Education or Indoctrination Has Irelands Education System Lost Its Way?
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall questions Who should be responsible for teaching children about sex—parents or the government? With guest Jana Lunden, they e...
#295 Cry Me a River Schofield’s Redemption Bid
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks, Does Philip Schofield deserve a second chance? After the airing of his new TV show, many have voiced concerns that Schofi...
#294 Pay or Stay? Should Grown Kids Chip In or Chill Out?
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks, Should parents expect financial contributions from their 18-year-old kids once they start earning, or is it a parent’s ...
#293 Generation Child Free Is No Kids the New Normal?
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall explores the growing trend of choosing a child-free life and asks, Is it a selfish decision, or simply a personal choice for ha...
#292 Paws for Thought Should Staffordshire Bull Terriers Be Banned?
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall raises the question: Should Staffordshire Bull Terriers be banned? The discussion follows an alarming incident where a listener...
#291 Till Debt Do Us Part Should He Walk Away?
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall explores the question: Can financial issues justify walking away from a marriage? The discussion stems from an email sent by a ...
#290 Besties or Boundaries: Can Men and Women Just Be Friends?
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall dives into a conversation inspired by a listener’s email about whether men and women can truly be just friends. The listener,...
#289 Love Across the Ages or Just Outrageous?
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks the question: Is a 15-year age gap in a teenage relationship a sign of genuine love or potential manipulation? The discuss...
#288 The Right To Die: Mercy or Madness?
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall tackles a deeply controversial question: Should people have the right to end their own lives? With the UK preparing for a possi...
Still Too Sexy: Right Said Fred’s Bold Stand
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Niall Boylan podcast, Richard and Fred Fairbrass of Right Said Fred reflect on their journey from global pop icons to political...
#287 The Birds, the Bees, and the Budget: Free Contraception For Under 17?
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall is asking, has the State crossed the line offering free contraception to under-17s? The debate stems from the news that Health ...
#286 A Choice Between Love and Legacy
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks, "Is it selfish to leave your partner for the chance of parenthood?" The discussion is sparked by an emotional email from ...
#285 Meeting My Father Before It's Too Late
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall discusses the emotional dilemma of whether the truth about a secret child should always be revealed, no matter the consequences...
Billboard Chris A Fight Against Gender Ideology
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall Boylan speaks with Chris Elston, also known as "Billboard Chris," about his mission to challenge the growing use of puberty blo...
#284 No Regrets from O'Gorman—Who’s Got Your Vote?
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks the big question: With Roderic O’Gorman and the rest of the government showing no regrets about the recent surge in migr...
#283 No Passport, No Problem: Do We Serve Lunch or Justice?
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks a controversial question: Should Ireland serve lunch to asylum seekers arriving without passports, or should it send them ...
#282 In Sickness and in Health: How Much is Too Much?
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall discusses a deeply emotional and complex question: Should you stand by a partner during a mental health crisis, or is there a p...
#281 Juvenile Justice: Should Parents Be Legally Responsible?
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall explores whether parents should be held legally responsible for crimes committed by their under-18 children. With teenage crime...
#280 Is Playing the UKs National Anthem in Ireland Considered Disrespectful?
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall dives into the controversy surrounding the playing of the UK's national anthem, "God Save The King," at the Aviva Stadium. Many...
#279 Dog Dilemma: Baby on the Way, Staffy Here to Stay?
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall explores the concern of having a dog, specifically a staffy, around a newborn baby. A listener, who is due to give birth in two...
#278 Corporal Punishment Compensation?
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall tackles the sensitive issue of whether there should be compensation for all victims of physical abuse in Irish schools before c...
Irish Culture Under Fire in School Curriculum Controversy. With Niamh Uí Bhriain
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, Niall interviews Niamh Uí Bhriain about a controversial SPHE (Social, Personal, and Health Education) book being used in Irish schoo...
#277 Does Our Government Hate The Irish Culture?
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall explores the question, "Does Our Government Hate The Irish Culture?" sparked by the controversy surrounding the SPHE schoolbook...
#276 Should Smoking Be Banned In Beer Gardens And All Outdoor Public Places?
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, Niall dives into the proposed UK laws banning smoking in outdoor spaces and asks, should Ireland follow suit? He speaks with Adr...
#275 Should Irish Be Compulsory For All Students Regardless Of Nationality?
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall explores the debate around whether the Irish language should be compulsory for all students, regardless of their nationality. T...
#274 Is It Time To Ban Drinking Alcohol On Planes And In Airports?
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks the question: Is it time to ban drinking alcohol on planes and in airports? This debate has been sparked by recent comment...
#273 Who Should Be Responsible For Keeping Children Off Social Media?
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks the pressing question: Who should be responsible for keeping children off social media? With the Health Minister proposing...
#272 Should There Be Any Restrictions On Speech?
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks the complex question surrounding freedom of speech, especially in light of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov's arrest and the incre...
#271 Would You Intervene If Someone was Being Attacked?
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks the crucial question: Would you intervene if you saw someone being attacked? With the increasing reports of violence, it's...
#270 Is It Time To Scrap School Uniforms?
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks whether it's time to scrap school uniforms, as many parents express frustration over the rising costs of back-to-school ex...
#269 Should Personal Protection Items Be Legalised?
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks whether personal protection items, such as pepper spray, should be made legal in Ireland, especially as concerns grow over...
Over 200 Children Have Died In State Care (With Peadar Tóibín)
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall is joined by Peadar Tóibín, leader of the Aontú party, to discuss critical issues surrounding th...
#268 Immigration And Housing Chaos: How Would You Fix The Problems?
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall explores the pressing issues of immigration and housing in Ireland, asking listeners how they would solve these intertwined cri...
#267 Thornton Hall: Out Of Sight Out Of Mind?
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall discusses the controversial plan to use larger, remote reception centers, like Thornton Hall, to accommodate the growing number...
#266 Swearing in Public: Should It Cost You a F***ing Fortune?
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall discusses a controversial new rule from Thanet District Council, which imposes a £100 fine for swearing in public. The measure...
#265 Same Sex Schools Vs Mixed Schools Which Is Better?
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall explores the debate over whether same-sex or mixed schools provide a better educational experience for students. The discussion...
#264 Are Bad Laws Made To Be Broken?
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks, "Are Bad Laws Made To Be Broken?" This discussion is sparked by the case of Brendan McDonagh, a father facing possible im...
Ireland’s Housing Hypocrisy: A Father Facing Prison for Building a Home
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this emotionally charged episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, we explore the heartbreaking story of Brendan McDonagh, a father of two facing the po...
#263 Is Boxing A Female Sport?
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks, "Is Boxing A Female Sport?" This topic arises in light of Kellie Harrington winning her second gold medal. A listener's m...
Trump vs Harris (John McGuirk and Michale Walsh)
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall is joined by John McGuirk, Senior Editor at Gript Media, and Michael Walsh, a political commentator...
#262 Elon Musk's Civil War Comments: Incitement or Insight?
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall discusses whether Elon Musk's comments about an inevitable civil war are incitement or simply his opinion. Both the Irish Taois...
#261 Riots: Who Is At Fault The Government Or The People?
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks: Riots: Who Is At Fault, The Government Or The People? Amid ongoing protests and escalating violence across the UK and Ire...
#260 Why Are World Leaders Ignoring It's Citizens?
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Niall asks: Why Are World Leaders Ignoring Their Citizens? In the wake of the tragic events in Southport, ongoing riots in the UK, an...