Today with David McCullagh

Most Gaza Flotilla activists freed this morning and on the way home

21 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gideon Levy, Israeli journalist and columnist with Haaretz and Suhad Bishara, lawyer for the flotilla detainees, lawyer for Adalah, human rights group...

Should parents be punished for the crimes of their children?

21 May 2026

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Trina O'Connor, Criminologist and Vincent McAviney, London based journalist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump administration indicts Cuba’s Raul Castro Trump Cuba

21 May 2026

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Sara Firth, Foreign Correspondent based in Washington.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kidney'versary' - 10 years since a lifesaving transplant

21 May 2026

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John Reynolds, underwent a kidney transplant in 2016 and his brother Ed Reynolds, donated a kidney to John.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

Meta layoffs: what does it say about our competitiveness

21 May 2026

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David McWilliams, Economist, podcaster and broadcaster and George Lawlor, Labour TD for Wexford, Spokesperson on Enterprise, Tourism and Employment.Se...

The magic of lake swimming

21 May 2026

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Swimmers say it brings calm, community and a sense of connection to nature. Our reporter Maura Fay has been finding out more about swimming in lakes.S...

Children's Ombudsman launches annual report – warning children's right are in the balance

21 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Ombudsman for Children has this morning published his annual report, detailing the complaints received about services for children in 2025, spanni...

Studyhub – Music and Home Economics

21 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Continuing our Leaving Cert countdown -reviewing some of the exam subjects for Study Hub 2026. Today we take a closer look at Susan McCormack lectur...

Helen McEntee reacts to release of Gaza flotilla detainees

21 May 2026

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Helen McEntee, Fine Gael TD for Meath East and Minister for Foreign Affairs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grocery price freeze: UK government asks supermarkets to cap costs

20 May 2026

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Ashley Armstrong, Chief UK Business Correspondent with Financial Times, FT.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Swatch sale scuffles - when new products create chaos

20 May 2026

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Adam Maguire, RTE Business deskSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rents skyrocketed in lead-up to reforms

20 May 2026

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Eoin O’Broin, Sinn Fein TD for Dublin Mid-West & Spokesperson on Housing and Seamus McGrath, Fianna Fáil TD for Cork South-Central & spokesperson o...

On top of the world! Team Ireland conquers Mount Everest

20 May 2026

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Pat Falvey, mountaineer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Calls for crackdown on 'creepy' AI glasses used for secret recording

20 May 2026

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An Oireachtas committee has heard that new wearable technology is “creepy” and needs tighter regulation. Meta Ray-Ban glasses are smart eyewear cr...

Families targeted – drug intimidation is on the rise

20 May 2026

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Siobhán Maher, National DRIVE Co-ordinator and Suzi Lyons, Head of National Health Information Systems at the Health Research Board.See omnystudio.co...

Pay Controversy - RTÉ management due at Oireachtas Committee

20 May 2026

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Barry Lenihan, RTE political correspondent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The real cost of the Irish road trip

20 May 2026

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Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor, Sunday IndependentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tiny Happy People – Why pretend play is important for toddlers

20 May 2026

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Associate Prof. Michelle Downes, Director of UCD's BabylabSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Am I not pretty enough? What happens to the veg too ugly for supermarket shelves

20 May 2026

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Mick Kelly, founder of GIY and presenter of Food Matters RTE One, James O’Donnell Vegetable farmer from Ardmore in Waterford and Padraig Fahy, owner...

“Talking about poo is something that a lot of people find uncomfortable but we have to remember that everyone does it!”

19 May 2026

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Dr Orlaith Kelly is consultant gastroenterologist in Connolly Hospital Blanchardstown and Sarah O’Connor who was diagnosed with IBD, Inflammatory Bo...

How have Irish Governments looked after emigrants' welfare

19 May 2026

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Diarmuid Ferriter, Full Professor of Modern Irish History UCD.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Groundbreaking study on female gambling in Ireland finds serious addiction issues

19 May 2026

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Erin McEvoy, Lecturer in Marketing Ulster University Business School.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ebola latest: Global health expert tells us outbreak very worrying - with no vaccine in sight

19 May 2026

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Matthew Kavanagh, director of the Georgetown Center for Global Health Policy and Trish Newport, Emergency Programme Manager, Médecins Sans Frontière...

Almost 60% of septic tanks fail inspection

19 May 2026

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Kieran McCarthy, Director of KMC Homes in Cork & presenter of Heat My Home on RTÉ TV and Elaine McGoff, Head of Advocacy with An Taisce.See omnystudi...

Young adults with intellectual disabilities learning to farm...in Dublin!

19 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The GROW programme supports young adults with intellectual disabilities through hands-on training and work experience designed to build confidence and...

Under 16s say it won’t work - should we ban children from social media or just manage the content better?

19 May 2026

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Alex Cooney, CEO of CyberSafeKids, Matthew Sadlier, President of the Irish Medical Organisation and reporter Brian O’Connell has been in Blarney in ...

RTÉ latest: Director General Kevin Backhurst set to meet Media Minister Patrick O’Donovan

19 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Barry Lenihan, RTE political correspondent, John Brady, Sinn Féin TD for Wicklow and Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee and Michéal Carrigy, ...

How to cope with a bereavement

18 May 2026

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Linda Coventry, Bereavement Service volunteer with Our Lady’s Hospice & Care Services.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phones at gigs – is it time to ban them?

18 May 2026

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Simon Maher, Music Journalist and presenter on 8radio and Sarah Finnan, Acting Deputy Editor with Irish Country Magazine.See omnystudio.com/listener f...

What impact does air travel really have on emissions?

18 May 2026

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Philip Boucher-Hayes, presenter of Hot Mess on RTÉ Radio 1 has been taking a look at the climate consequences.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

As Labour fight over leadership – is Britain seeking to reverse Brexit?

18 May 2026

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Oliver Wright, policy editor with The TimesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you a saver or a splurger how to manage joint bank accounts

18 May 2026

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Eoin McGee tells us about how couples should manage their money.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ebola Outbreak

18 May 2026

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Professor Anne Moore, of the School of Biochemistry at UCC & NIBRT (National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training)See omnystudio.com/list...

Binding ceilings and penalties for overspending: Can the government stick to its departmental spending ceilings?

18 May 2026

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Kate English Chief Economist at Deloitte Ireland and Harry McGee, political correspondent with the Irish Times.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Study hub – Chemistry & Biology

18 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Leaving Cert is kicking off in just over two weeks and we’re going through the subjects on Study Hub. Today we’re looking at two science subje...

World’s smallest public statue' proposed for Cork mosquito linked to death of Oliver Cromwell

15 May 2026

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Oliver Moran, Green Party councillor for Cork City North EastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dublin Central bye-election debate – part 2

15 May 2026

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Daniel Ennis, The Social Democrats / John Stephens, Fianna Fáil / Malachy Steenson, Independent / Janet Horner, The Green Party / Mannix Flynn, Indep...

Flying high: How aviation transformed how Irish people travel and sold itself to the world

15 May 2026

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Dr Linda King, Senior Lecturer in Design and Visual Culture at IADTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dublin Central bye-election debate– part 1

15 May 2026

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Ray McAdam, Fine Gael / Janice Boylan, Sinn Féin / Eoghan Ó Ceannabháin, People Before Profit / Ruth O’Dea, The Labour PartySee omnystudio.com/li...

CUMH apologises to parents of stillborn baby as inquest returns narrative verdict

15 May 2026

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Brian O’Connell, RTÉ reporterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RTÉ revises 2024 top earners list to include Derek Mooney

15 May 2026

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Aengus Cox, RTÉ Agriculture and Consumer Affairs Correspondent / Gabriel D’Arcy, former managing director of Bord Na Móna and a chartered director...

A million stitches later: New King Charles III curtains rise at the Royal Opera House

15 May 2026

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Gemma Murray, Studio Manager, the Royal School of NeedleworkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seamus Coleman announces end to 17-year playing career with Everton

15 May 2026

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Gavin Cooney, The 42.ieSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How to navigate the pressure surrounding the 'perfect summer body'

15 May 2026

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Emma Dowling, Personal TrainerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warnings of 7 per cent inflation

14 May 2026

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Dan O'Brien, Chief Economist with the Institute of International Affairs & columnist with The Currency.ie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

The Life of a Midwife

14 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Louise May, Community Midwifery Manager at the Rotunda, Fiona Walsh, Community midwife manager from the community midwife services at the Coombe hospi...

Keir Starmer leadership challenged

14 May 2026

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Lucy Fisher, Whitehall Editor, The Financial TimesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aggressive driver behaviour, speeding & poor infrastructure: Women are half as likely as men to choose cycling as a mode of transport

14 May 2026

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Martina Callanan, Representative from the Irish Cycling Campaign.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sanctions against State of Israel

14 May 2026

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Barry Ward, Fine Gael TD for Dun Laoghaire and Richard Boyd Barrett People before Profit TD for Dun Laoghaire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...

Young adult gambling crisis leads to big increase in numbers at gamblers anonymous meetings

14 May 2026

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New figures by Gamblers Anonymous have revealed a huge rise in the number of 18 to 23 years olds seeking their services. David spoke to Martin who is ...

The importance of Disneyland to Disney

14 May 2026

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Adam Maguire, from the RTÉ Business DeskSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Study Hub – History

14 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The leaving Cert is less than three weeks away and we are focusing on the exam one subject at a time for Study Hub 2026. Today is History with Stacy S...

Owners of back garden modular homes to be subject to local property tax

13 May 2026

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Genevieve McGuirk, chief executive of the Institute of Professional Auctioneers & Valuers (IPAV)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Travel health Q&A

13 May 2026

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Dr. Maire Finn, GPSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AI impact on jobs and workflow

13 May 2026

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John Whittaker, EY’s Global AI Product LeadSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lack of CT and diagnostic scans leading to nationwide delays

13 May 2026

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Brian O’Connell, RTÉ reporterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do we need more roadside breath tests?

13 May 2026

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Tony Toner, of Orangeworks Automotive (specialist off road and on road driving tuition) & former Garda / Paddy Comyn, head of communications for Done ...

Is the CAO points model outdated?

13 May 2026

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Paul Crone, Director of the National Association of Principals and Deputy PrincipalsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The special one: Jose Murinho to make a comeback at Real Madrid

13 May 2026

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Martin Ziegler, chief sports reporter for the London TimesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump due in China for high-stakes summit with Xi Jinping

13 May 2026

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John Everard, Former British Ambassador to North Korea and BelarusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Starmer and Streeting to meet as threat of ousting dissipates

13 May 2026

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Kevin Maguire, Associate Editor at the Daily MirrorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

96 Hours: A Wife and Mother’s Desperate Search for the Lost Titan Sub

13 May 2026

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Christine Dawood, Author of “96 Hours: A Wife and Mother’s Desperate Search for the Lost Titan Sub”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

Rethinking waste: Could we make bin collections more environmentally friendly?

12 May 2026

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Conor Walsh, secretary of the Irish Waste Management Association / Colin O’Byrne, Voice IrelandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The great grad job drought: Why is it becoming harder for young people to get on the career ladder

12 May 2026

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Peter Cosgrove, Managing Director of ‘Futurewise’ / Sean Breen, Paddy JobsmanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Striking ambulance staff and HSE 'very far apart' on issues - SIPTU

12 May 2026

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Brian O’Connell, RTÉ ReporterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ambulance workers begin strike in row with HSE over pay

12 May 2026

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Sean Moynihan, CEO of ALONESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hantavirus outbreak: Three more people test positive as cruise ship leaves Tenerife

12 May 2026

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Sarah Morris, Freelance Reporter in SpainSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Creche places are like gold dust: The ongoing struggle facing parents trying to find childcare

12 May 2026

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Maura Fay, RTÉ ReporterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ukrainian refugees living in Ireland to be given financial support to return home

12 May 2026

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Colm Brophy, Minister of State for Migration & Fine Gael TD for Dublin South WestSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

British Prime Minister battles for political survival as he faces crucial cabinet meeting

12 May 2026

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Oliver Wright, Policy Editor, London Times / Lucy Fisher, Whitehall Editor with the Financial TimesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

Once We Were Punks: The greatest punk band you’ve probably never heard of

12 May 2026

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Frank Shouldice, director / David Meagher, band memberSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Family friendly meals for under a tenner

12 May 2026

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Lou Robbie, author and chefSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'Pirate Predator’ - new RTE podcast

11 May 2026

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Peter Mulryan, presenter and producer of ‘Pirate Predator’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Starmer leadership challenge

11 May 2026

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Patrick Maguire, chief political commentator for the Times.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Irish passengers return home from Hantavirus ship

11 May 2026

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Aubrey McCarthy, Independent Senator and Chair of Tiglin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Waterford fire

11 May 2026

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Blánaid MacCann, Co-founder of Nomac Productions, Paul Hearne, owner of Celtic Warrior Martial Arts and Mary Butler, Minister of State at the Departm...

Tips for training a shelter dog

11 May 2026

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Suzi Walsh, Dog BehaviouristSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your parenting questions answered – Dr. David Coleman

11 May 2026

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David Coleman, Clinical Child PsychologistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roles Recast – TV & Movie stars who have been replaced

11 May 2026

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To take a look at some of the most famous recasting's in TV and film history, Fionnuala Jones, Broadcaster.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

Study Hub - Irish

11 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The leaving cert is less than three weeks away and we are focusing on the exam one subject at a time for Study Hub 2026. Today is Irish with Seadhan D...

Mortgage fixed rates rush

11 May 2026

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Charlie Weston, personal finance editor Irish Independent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Haemorrhoid Q&A

08 May 2026

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Dr Fergal McNamara, co-founder of the Dublin City Clinic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robot Wars

08 May 2026

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Professor Alexandru Stancu a specialist in robotics, AI and autonomous systems from New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) in Here...

UK Election

08 May 2026

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Geri Scott, Senior Political Correspondent, The London Times and Kevin Maguire, Associate Editor at the Daily Mirror.See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

Hantavirus

08 May 2026

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Dr Ian Norton, Managing Director of Respond Global & former head of the World Health Organization’s Emergency Medical Team (EMT) Initiative.See omny...

US-Iran war latest: Trump says ceasefire will hold despite exchanges of strikes in Strait of Hormuz

08 May 2026

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Jeremy Bowen, International Editor, BBC News.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Decline of Match Programmes

08 May 2026

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Seb White, Football Journalist and John Kelly, author of The GAA Covered.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Gathering

08 May 2026

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Alan Dillon, Minister of State for Employment, Small Businesses and Retail & Circular Economy and Fine Gael TD for Mayo, Jennifer Whitmore, Social Dem...

Banning phones in the workplace: Is it a workable solution for distracted employees?

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Our reporter Maura Fay asked people in Mullingar if your employer should be able to prevent you having your mobile phone in work. David is joined by E...

Almost 300 asylum seekers claiming to be children were adults

07 May 2026

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Tanya Ward, Chief Executive of the Children’s Rights Alliance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UK Politics - biggest set of elections since the general election two years ago

07 May 2026

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Lucy Fisher, Whitehall Editor, Financial TimesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The return home – plans underway to get Hantavirus ship goers repatriated

07 May 2026

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Senay Boztas, journalist in the Netherlands, Thomas Hoffman, ECDC Head of Emergency Preparedness and Response, Dr Scott Walkin, Irish College of GP’...

Demining the Strait of Hormuz: Understanding the complex operation that lies ahead

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jacob Judah, West Africa correspondent, Financial Times and Mick Ryan, a retired major general in the Australian Army and a combat engineer.See omnyst...

Study Hub 2026: Maths

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Leaving Cert is less than four weeks away and we are focusing on the exam one subject at a time. Today is maths with Louise Boylan, Teaches Maths,...

Culture: TV and film recommendations for the month ahead

07 May 2026

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Aoife Barry, Freelance Arts Journalist & co-presenter of the ‘Get Around To It' podcast and Brian Reddin, Producer and Director.See omnystudio.com/l...

What will become of them? Ukrainian families prepare to leave Irish hotels

07 May 2026

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Next week, some 100 Ukrainians living in a hotel in Killarney, many of them for the last 4 years, will have to leave their accommodation. Reporter Bri...

Hantavirus- ship heads to Canaries

06 May 2026

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Cliodna O'Flynn, freelance Journalist in Tenerife.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Babies, salmon & toy soldiers: Politicians and their props

06 May 2026

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Graham Finlay is a Lecturer in the School of Politics and International Relations at UCDSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Call for implementation of Short Term Lets register by May deadline

06 May 2026

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Máire Ní Mhurchu, CEO Irish Self-Catering Federation and John-Mark McCafferty, CEO, Threshold.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Government TD introduces bill to allow for Nuclear Power

06 May 2026

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James O’Connor, Fianna Fáil TD for Cork East and Roderic O’Gorman, Green Party Leader and TD for Dublin West.See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...