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Katie Hannon and Colm Ó Mongáin keep you company on your evening commute with top stories, expert analysis, and in-depth conversations on news, politics, entertainment and culture.
Episodes
Mayo and Kerry fans revel in enemy territory
Marina Cahill, Mayo woman who runs a pub in Kerry and John Mitchel Commane, a Kerry man living in MayoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Latest on the bomb discovered in car in Monaghan
Allison Morris, Belfast Telegraph Crime Correspondent followed by Pat Marry, former Detective Inspector for the GardaíSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Government to launch nationwide review of childcare fees
Elaine Dunne, Chair of the Federation of Early Childhood ProvidersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Catch Up
Olivia Kelly, Irish Times Dublin Editor and Michael Sheridan, motoring journalistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Efforts ongoing to get Tipperary fire under control
Gary O’Flynn, homeowner at the base of the mountain; Perry Cummins, dairy farmer involved in fire-fighting effort; Ben Woodhouse, Acting Chief Fire Officer for Carlow County Fire and Rescue ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The importance of trees in urban areas
Dr Michelle McKeown, School of the Human Environment at UCCSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
AI Series - Should we be worried about it going rogue?
Alan Smeaton, Professor of Computing at DCUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Should there be reform of inheritance tax in the budget?
James Sexton, End Discrimination in Inheritance Tax CampaignSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Could Count Binface actually beat Nigel Farage?
Prof Paul Whiteley, Department of Government at Essex UniversitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Are people born to eavesdrop?
Dr Trudy Meehan, clinical psychologist and lecturer at RCSI DublinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'Significant wildfire' remains active on Slievenamon
Report from Petula Martyn, Mid West Correspondent; Kevin Byrne, retired Lieutenant Colonel in the Irish Air Corps; and resident Carl GibbsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stand off over legal aid continues
Teresa Mannion, RTÉ Regional Reporter and Kathy McDarby, solicitor in BallinrobeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A fisherman and the woman who saved him
John Tunney and Lynda JonesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Does it pay to get married?
Robert Whelan, Rockwell FinancialSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Extreme temperatures hit Spain
David Sharrock, Spain-based journalist for The TimesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Taoiseach meets Zelensky in Kviv
Liam Nolan, RTÉ Eastern Europe ReporterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1,100 households prevented from entering homelessness
Ann-Marie O’Reilly, National Advocacy Manager for ThresholdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Solicitors in the criminal legal aid system begin two-day work stoppage
Prof Yvonne Daly, Prof at the School of Law and Government at DCUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Would you board the Ryder Cup cruise ship?
Eoghan Corry, Editor of Travel ExtraSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Parents buying ‘career advice’ for children
Sinead Brady, career psychologist and author and Damien McCarthy, Managing Director at HR BuddySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Minister Cummins on new powers for Local Councils
John Cummins, Minister with responsibility for Local Government and PlanningSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Pink Tax: Why women pay more than men
Caitriona Redmond, Irish Times Consumer ColumnistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Summer Economic Statement: What’s in it for you?
Kate English, Chief Economist with Deloitte followed by a debate between Pearse Doherty, Sinn Féin finance spokesperson, and Seamus McGrath, Fianna Fail TD for Cork South-WestSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bakhurst on RTÉ annual report and latest list of high earners
Evelyn O’Rourke, Arts and Media Correspondent and Kevin Bakhurst, Director General of RTÉSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hauliers react to phasing out of supports
Ger Hyland, President of the IRHASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is your home safe when you’re away?
Mick Walsh, Crime Prevention ConsultantSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why we collect souvenirs
Sabina Brennan, psychotherapist and neuroscientistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Should energy drinks be banned for under-16s?
Dr Mark Rowe, GP and authorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When women finally 'invaded' the 40 Foot
Report from Una KellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pharmacists warn consumers over online-influenced product purchases
Sheena Mitchell, pharmacistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sports stars who just missed out on the biggest prize
Damien O’Meara, RTÉ SportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Previewing the Summer Economic Statement and a new public service pay deal
David Murphy, RTÉ Economic & Public Affairs Editor; Ger Howlin, public affairs consultant and Irish Times columnist; and Adrian Kane of SIPTUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Irish Penal Reform Trust calls for reform of bail system
Saoirse Brady, Executive Director of the Irish Penal Reform TrustSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Man charged with murder of Ann Widdecombe
Anna Gross, Financial Times Political CorrespondentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The era of 'global water bankruptcy'
Ruth Freeman, Research IrelandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wrongful conviction for Sallins train robbery declared miscarriage of justice
Osgur Breatnach, wrongfully convicted in 1978See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Commissioner McGrath on children and social media
Michael McGrath, EU Commissioner speaks to Jackie Fox. Washington CorrespondentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Woman seriously injured after stabbing at Tramore church
Report from Karen CreedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
E-scooters set to be banned for U-18s
Ellen Coyne, Irish Times Political Correspondent; Sean Canney, Minister of State at the Dept of Transport; Niall Hodgins of the GRA; and Paddy O’Brien, Loco E-scootersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
AliExpress hit with €550m EU fine over sales of illegal, counterfeit products
Damian O’Reilly, Senior Lecturer in Retail Management at TU DublinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Andy Burnham takes over as British PM
Henry Riley, LBC reporterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Iran fighting 'full-scale war' with US following strikes
Gregg Carlstrom, Middle East Correspondent for The EconomistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How to deal with feeling tired, but wired
Prof Michelle Spear, Professor of Anatomy at University of BristolSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kevin Keegan dies at 75
John Keith, Liverpool freelance correspondent and Shay Given, former Ireland and Newcastle goalkeeperSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Spain celebrate World Cup triumph
Sarah Morris, Spain-based journalist and Dr Stephen McIvor, sports psychologistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Galway and Limerick clash in the hurling final
Meghan Scully, broadcaster and super fanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
UNCHR concerns over asylum seeker reunification
Maria Hennessy, Government Liaison Officer at UNHCR IrelandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Catch Up
Kevin Doyle, Executive Editor at the Irish Independent and Jen Hogan, Irish Times parenting columnistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Looking ahead to Spain v Argentina
Miguel Delaney, Chief Football Writer with The Independent and Dee Reddy, culture and entertainment journalistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tributes to Brenda Fricker
Evelyn O’Rourke, Arts and Media Correspondent, and My Left Foot actors Hugh O'Conor and Phelim Drew remember the Oscar-winnerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fiona Shaw remembers Brenda Fricker
Star of stage and screen Fiona Shaw gives her thoughts on the passing of Brenda Fricker, who she appeared with in 'My Left Foot'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Slane residents react to Luke Combs concerts
Report from Una KellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Surviving the Costa Concordia
Rose Metcalf, last survivor of the Costa Concordia shipwreckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Will there be a total ban on E-scooters?
Aidan Farrelly, Social Democrats TD for Kildare North and member of the Oireachtas Transport CommitteeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Andy Burnham clinches Labour leadership
Peter Cardwell, Talk TV Political CorrespondentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
US to probe Ryanair about broken window incident
Simon Calder, Travel Correspondent with the Daily TelegraphSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Just play the hits! Why artists avoid popular songs
Aifric O’Connell, broadcasterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Managing back to school costs
Robert Whelan, Rockwell FinanceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fragrant July wildflowers to look out for
Aedin Ní Thiarnaigh, Bláthana Fiaine on Inis MeainSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
US military to screen for testosterone
Harriet Alexander, US-based journalistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Up to 500 jobs under threat at Aer Lingus
Jon Ihle, Deputy Business Editor with Sunday Times and Kevin Byrne, retired Air Corps Lieutenant ColonelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Active fire at Djouce Forest in Wicklow
Report from Una KellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Should raw milk be more readily available?
Barry Heneghan, Dublin Bay North TD and Aoife Quinn, registered dieticianSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
E-scooter regulation: ban or fine parents?
Paul Lawless, Mayo TD for Aontú and Rebecca Horan, broadcaster and podcasterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Irish Rail and National Transport Authority at PAC
Prof Brian Caulfield, Centre For Transport Research at TCD and James Geoghegan, Fine Gael TD for Dublin Bay SouthSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Retailers asked to stop selling disposable barbecues
Shane Gleeson, Gleeson’s Group in LimerickSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Govt agrees to investigation into paedophile Michael Shine
Sandra Hurley, Political ReporterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How women experience heatwaves
Dr Suzanne Kelly, ICGP.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dublin pubs want more taxis in Dublin city centre
Donall O’Keeffe, CEO of Licensed Vintners’ Association.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Further attacks overnight in Ukraine
Saul David, military historian, author and presenter of ‘Battleground’ podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rivalry renewed as England take on Argentina
Rachel Burden, BBC presenter and Fernando Romero, Argentina-based journalist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Killarney fire thought to have been started by disposable barbeque
Michael Healy Rae, Independent TD for Kerry; Sinead Kelleher, Senior Reporter with independent.ie and The Kerryman; and Christopher O’Sullivan, Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Heat to continue with 30C possible
Mark Bowe, Met Éireann followed by Elaine Dunne, Chair of the Federation of Early Childhood Providers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Be careful of Facebook Marketplace scams
Caitriona Redmond, Consumer Columnist for The Irish Examiner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Legal warnings issued to dodgy box operators
Brian O’Donovan, Work and Technology Correspondent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Memorial mass in Dublin for Ann Widdecombe
Report from Una Kelly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Concerns over the rise of AI in music
Faye O’Rourke of Soda BlondeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How to police E-scooters
Report from Una Kelly followed by Dr Phil Kieran, Cork-based GP, and Matt Carthy, Sinn Féin TD and Chair of Oireachtas Justice CommitteeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Spain take on France in World Cup semi-final
Sarah Morris, Spain-based journalist and Susie Murphy in FranceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wegovy tablets to launch in the UK
Professor Donal O'Shea, HSE National Clinical Lead on ObesitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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