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David McCullagh brings you closer to the stories defining your day - with live reports, sharp analysis, and engaging conversations across politics, entertainment, sport, and every day life.
Episodes 100
Are we close to a Ukraine peace deal?
Taoiseach Micheál Martin will host an informal meeting of EU leaders in Dublin today following yesterday’s European Political Community summit. The war in Ukraine will be high on the agenda again, as well as …
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Taoiseach Micheál Martin will host an informal meeting of EU leaders in Dublin today following yesterday’s European Political Community summit. The war in Ukraine will be high on the agenda again, as well as issues like artificial intelligence and European competitiveness. Suzanne Lynch, Bloomberg Brussels Bureau Chief and Kateryna Malofieva, Ukrainian Journalist based in Kyiv.
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Irish doctor remembers his colleague killed in airstrike in Gaza
A deadly Israeli airstrike on Nasser Hospital in Gaza has killed six people, including surgeon Rizk Abu Shaira who featured in the documentary American Doctor. Remembering him and his work is his friend Dr …
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A deadly Israeli airstrike on Nasser Hospital in Gaza has killed six people, including surgeon Rizk Abu Shaira who featured in the documentary American Doctor. Remembering him and his work is his friend Dr. Morgan McMonagle, Vascular and Trauma Surgeon.
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Why so many Irish Parents are experiencing burnout
The summer chaos is behind us, we’ve just got through the Halloween midterm, and now we’re heading straight into the madness of Christmas. For parents, it can feel like there’s always another thing to organise …
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The summer chaos is behind us, we’ve just got through the Halloween midterm, and now we’re heading straight into the madness of Christmas. For parents, it can feel like there’s always another thing to organise, another plate to keep spinning and very little time to stop and catch your breath. Laura Lenihan, Mum & Galway GP
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Bonnie Tyler's Final Encore: The artists releasing music after death
Following on from Dolly Parton's last song being recorded just two months before her death, a final song from Bonnie Tyler has also been released today. So, how do artists continue to make music long after …
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Following on from Dolly Parton's last song being recorded just two months before her death, a final song from Bonnie Tyler has also been released today. So, how do artists continue to make music long after they're gone? And what does it mean for the legacy they leave behind? Simon Maher, founder of 8Radio.com
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Disruption expected outside the GPO due to fuel protest
Fuel protests brought Dublin City to a standstill over six days of action in April of this year when thoroughfares were blocked with trucks and tractors. Fresh action is taking place today from those seeking …
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Fuel protests brought Dublin City to a standstill over six days of action in April of this year when thoroughfares were blocked with trucks and tractors. Fresh action is taking place today from those seeking further measures on the cost of living crisis but organisers have vowed to ensure it is peaceful. Anthony Kelleher, protest organiser from Cork.
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Me, Myself & Mary: From viral tweet to Hollywood
Back in 2018, writer Séamas O Reilly shared an experience on twitter which clocked up almost 100 million views. Now, eight years later, it's been turned into an animated short film called Me, Myself & Mary.See …
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Back in 2018, writer Séamas O Reilly shared an experience on twitter which clocked up almost 100 million views. Now, eight years later, it's been turned into an animated short film called Me, Myself & Mary.
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The Gathering
Our panel today includes Billy Kelleher, Fianna Fáil MEP for Ireland South, Jen Cummins, Social Democrats TD, Dublin South Central and Spokesperson for Education; and Further and Higher Education, Elaine …
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Our panel today includes Billy Kelleher, Fianna Fáil MEP for Ireland South, Jen Cummins, Social Democrats TD, Dublin South Central and Spokesperson for Education; and Further and Higher Education, Elaine Loughlin, Political Editor with the Irish Examiner, Liam Doran, former General Secretary of the INMO.
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GTA 6 Mania
Just one of the millions of fans who preloaded Grand Theft Auto 6 this week, ahead of the new edition's official release at midnight on November 19th. For more Marty Meany, of Goosed.ie and Sarah Maria Griffin …
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Just one of the millions of fans who preloaded Grand Theft Auto 6 this week, ahead of the new edition's official release at midnight on November 19th. For more Marty Meany, of Goosed.ie and Sarah Maria Griffin, Irish novelist and video game reviewer for The Guardian.
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Spinal Surgery Myths
For decades, spinal surgery has been surrounded by horror stories and outdated ideas that often scare people off getting the help they need. But modern medicine has moved on, and spinal surgeon, Derek Cawley …
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For decades, spinal surgery has been surrounded by horror stories and outdated ideas that often scare people off getting the help they need. But modern medicine has moved on, and spinal surgeon, Derek Cawley helps us separate spinal surgery fact from fiction.
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US delegation to meet Zelenskiy in Dublin on Russia talks
Siobhán O’Grady, Ukraine Correspondent New York Times and Steve wright, drone expert on the proposed maritime drone deal between Ireland and Ukraine and Richard Boyd Barrett, people before profit TD for Dun …
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Siobhán O’Grady, Ukraine Correspondent New York Times and Steve wright, drone expert on the proposed maritime drone deal between Ireland and Ukraine and Richard Boyd Barrett, people before profit TD for Dun laoghaire.
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INTO executive meet today to consider deal
The public sector pay deal continues to be dissected after early morning talks successfully lead to a cancellation of strike action. John Boyle, General Secretary of the INTO. See omnystudio.com/listener for …
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The public sector pay deal continues to be dissected after early morning talks successfully lead to a cancellation of strike action. John Boyle, General Secretary of the INTO.
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Nvidia Chief Executive expected to step down
The directors of the AI chip maker Nvidia are considering the future of the company's chief executive Jensen Huang. For the latest, Barry O'Sullivan, director of the insight centre for data analytics in the …
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The directors of the AI chip maker Nvidia are considering the future of the company's chief executive Jensen Huang. For the latest, Barry O'Sullivan, director of the insight centre for data analytics in the school of computer science at UCC.
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Inflation and You
How much more inflation can your finances take? For more Dr. Emma Howard, Senior Lecturer in Economics at the Technological University Dublin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
European Political Community Summit
50 heads of State and political leaders are arriving for the European Political Community meeting today. Brian O'Connell, was at the Convention Centre and Florence Okojie was on O'Connell Street. We also hear …
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50 heads of State and political leaders are arriving for the European Political Community meeting today. Brian O'Connell, was at the Convention Centre and Florence Okojie was on O'Connell Street. We also hear from Noelle O'Connell of Merrion Advisory, Dr. Eoin Drea, Martens Centre for European Research and Suzanne Lynch, Bloomberg Brussels Correspondent.
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Children as young as 8 being groomed by drug gangs
Children as young as eight are being groomed by criminal gangs for theft and drug dealing, that's the warning from Tusla. For more Trina O'Connor, Criminologist and Gary Gannon, Social Democrats TD for Dublin …
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Children as young as eight are being groomed by criminal gangs for theft and drug dealing, that's the warning from Tusla. For more Trina O'Connor, Criminologist and Gary Gannon, Social Democrats TD for Dublin Central.
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Super injunctions
David Walliams was publicly named as the celebrity who unsuccessfully sought an injunction against two media organisations to prevent them from naming him in relation to allegations of sexual misconduct. For …
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David Walliams was publicly named as the celebrity who unsuccessfully sought an injunction against two media organisations to prevent them from naming him in relation to allegations of sexual misconduct. For more on these injunctions, retired solicitor Michael Kealy.
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What happened to the 90-minute movie?
From grand studio blockbusters to subtle art house projects, cinematic runtimes are expanding across the board. But does longer mean better? Cathy Cullen and Dave Corkery are Hosts of The Cinemile Podcast See …
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From grand studio blockbusters to subtle art house projects, cinematic runtimes are expanding across the board. But does longer mean better? Cathy Cullen and Dave Corkery are Hosts of The Cinemile Podcast
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How are local dockland residents reacting to EU summit lockdown
A major policing and security operation is under way in Dublin city centre, and will remain in place until Friday. Further restrictions are due to come into effect later today and tomorrow, including the …
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A major policing and security operation is under way in Dublin city centre, and will remain in place until Friday. Further restrictions are due to come into effect later today and tomorrow, including the closure to traffic of the Samuel Beckett Bridge from 8 o’clock this evening. Our reporter Florence Okojie, tells us what's the situation like there at the moment?
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Ireland risks missing 2030 housing target by over 100,000 homes
Kate English, Chief Economist with Deloitte Ireland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ireland's key role in COP 31
Ireland is to play a crucial role over the next fortnight in the COP 31 negotiations in Turkey. Darragh O'Brien TD, Minister for Climate, Energy and Environment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tee up to the EU summit
Almost 50 European leaders are gathering in Dublin tomorrow for what is being seen as the high point of Ireland's EU Presidency. Journalist and broadcaster Flor MacCarthy and Lisa O’Carroll, senior staff …
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Almost 50 European leaders are gathering in Dublin tomorrow for what is being seen as the high point of Ireland's EU Presidency. Journalist and broadcaster Flor MacCarthy and Lisa O’Carroll, senior staff correspondent with The Guardian.
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To Tip or Not to Tip?
Have you noticed more and more that you’re presented with an option to tip, do you feel pressured into paying extra for your service? Reporter, Brian O Connell was out and about finding out. See …
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Have you noticed more and more that you’re presented with an option to tip, do you feel pressured into paying extra for your service? Reporter, Brian O Connell was out and about finding out.
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Supporting children who've lost loved ones to homicide
Jason Poole, Avdic board member, Deputy Principal of Beneavin De La Salle College and the brother of the late Jenifer Poole has campaigned tirelessly on her behalf. His latest initiative, alongside Adic who …
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Jason Poole, Avdic board member, Deputy Principal of Beneavin De La Salle College and the brother of the late Jenifer Poole has campaigned tirelessly on her behalf. His latest initiative, alongside Adic who provide support for those bereaved by homicide, is a booklet to provide guidance to those caring for children in the aftermath of a parent’s murder, manslaughter or fatal assault.
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Lead union negotiator Kevin Callinan on the public sector pay deal
Kevin Callinan, general secretary of Forsa and lead public sector union negotiator on the deal they struck late last night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jack Chambers on the public sector pay deal
A draft deal is done, between government and trade unions. Jack Chambers, Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Michael Carrick resignation threat
Michael Carrick's position as Manchester United head coach is looking increasingly in doubt. For the latest,Jamie Jackson, the Manchester football correspondent for the Guardian. See omnystudio.com/listener for …
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Michael Carrick's position as Manchester United head coach is looking increasingly in doubt. For the latest,Jamie Jackson, the Manchester football correspondent for the Guardian.
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Scam alert ahead of Black Friday
Today's fraudsters are using AI to build flawless fake websites, generate realistic product reviews, and send phishing texts that look exactly like they're from your favourite retailer. For more on this, Dr …
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Today's fraudsters are using AI to build flawless fake websites, generate realistic product reviews, and send phishing texts that look exactly like they're from your favourite retailer. For more on this, Dr Stephen Treacy, Lecturer in Digital Transformation in UCC.
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Israeli election formation – Is Netanyahu gone?
In Israel, after Benjamin Netanyahu’s religious-nationalist coalition lost its majority in a deadlocked election at the end of last month, his main rival Gadi Eisenkot has been tasked with forming a government …
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In Israel, after Benjamin Netanyahu’s religious-nationalist coalition lost its majority in a deadlocked election at the end of last month, his main rival Gadi Eisenkot has been tasked with forming a government. Secunder Kermani, Foreign Affairs Correspondent with Channel 4 News tells us just what that entails.
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How much should we actually be prepping?
What would you do if the electricity went off, the water stopped flowing or the shops ran out of food? How prepared should you be, and are people right to be concerned? Florence Okojie has been asking people …
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What would you do if the electricity went off, the water stopped flowing or the shops ran out of food? How prepared should you be, and are people right to be concerned? Florence Okojie has been asking people about stockpiling. We also hear from Frank Deegan, who’s part of an Irish Survival and Prepper Group and Kevin McSherry from openseason.ie a supply shop in Namath County Tipperary.
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Spending transparency
Ever wondered what your taxes are spent on? Well, one way to find out is to check out a new website, StateSpend.ie, which allows the public to search the spending records of a number of state agencies. For the …
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Ever wondered what your taxes are spent on? Well, one way to find out is to check out a new website, StateSpend.ie, which allows the public to search the spending records of a number of state agencies. For the first time, details of public spending can be found in one place, allowing for greater transparency of the states' use of taxpayer's money. To discuss this in more detail, Fianna Fáil TD for Galway East, Albert Dolan, one of the people behind the site.
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