
Opinions Matter with Adrian & Jeremy
Opinions Matter is the brainchild of award-winning broadcasters Adrian Kennedy and Jeremy Dixon. On each episode the lads debate the big stories of the day, highlight listener concerns, local issues, and discuss the weird and wacky stuff going on in their lives.
Episodes
"I Don't Want My Kids Learning About LGBT in School...Ban it!"
Italy has just passed new laws that would ban sex education in primary schools and make it opt-in (with parental consent) in secondary school — and it’s sparked a massive debate: should Ireland do the same?Adrian and Jeremy ask if parents should have the final say on lessons covering homosexuality, gender identity and trans issues… or if that’s a dangerous “slippery slope” that lets people opt out
Opinions Matter EXTRA – Get it Off Your Chest - Ep. 72
It’s the special weekend “Get It Off Your Chest” episode – completely unedited, totally random, and full of the kind of nonsense you’d never get away with on normal radio.
Katie admits she’s convinced she’ll die alone and be eaten by her cat… before the gang launch into the great cats v dogs war, and a surprisingly heated row over the most vile word in the English language.
Then it’s brand snobb
Gay Man Condones Burning Of "Mosque" On Loyalist Bonfire
A loyalist bonfire in Moygashel, Co. Tyrone has sparked outrage after a mock-up mosque was placed on top with the slogan “secure our borders, end the threat of radical Islam” — and it was set alight early when police moved to remove it.Adrian and Jeremy ask: is this pure sectarian, hate-filled carry on… or “just a bonfire” making a political point?One gay listener says he struggles to feel sympath
"I told my daughter about Daddy's affair"
On todays podcast, a wife and mum caused uproar when she revealed what she told her daughter.. the exact reason why mammy and daddy broke up!
"Stoned" Mum Contacts Show LIVE While Kids Are Swimming In Garden Pool
A topic about weed smoking parents took a shocking turn when a listener sent in a selfie.. smoking her third joint of the day in the garden, while her two young kids play in a paddling pool. Listeners demanded she be reported
Woman Claims "People Who Shared False News About Ballymun Dog Death Should Be Arrested"
It’s a follow-on to the Ballymun dog story episode — and this time the focus is on the fallout: the viral claim that “three Somalians” were caught cooking a dog in a public park… despite no video, no photos, and no proof.A listener says the people spreading it should be arrested for inciting hatred. Adrian and Jeremy tear into how easily social media turns a made-up rumour into “fact”, and what th
We Reveal The Truth Behind Ballymun Dog Killing Story
A horrific video from Ballymun sparked a rumour that “three Somalians were spit-roasting a dog in a field" — and the story exploded across social media and even into the UK.In this episode, Adrian and Jeremy call it out as “absolute bollocks”, asking one simple question: where’s the proof? With the NSPCA confirming they investigated burnt remains, and eyewitness Keith describing melted wheelie-bin
Opinions Matter EXTRA – Get it Off Your Chest - Ep. 71
It’s the weekend “Get It Off Your Chest” episode — totally random, completely unedited, and just Adrian and Jeremy waffling in the studio.
From carpets and saunas to who’s “dead” (or not) in the music world, Jeremy has a full-on meltdown discovering Barry Manilow is gay… and somehow Meatloaf’s death becomes a conspiracy.
Then it’s a full-blown row over Father Ted: is it comedy gold or absolute s
Garda Calls Out Irish Public & Racists for Lack of Respect for Gardaí - "We Are NOT Traitors"
Today on Opinions Matter, we heard from a Garda in North Dublin who said he is fed up with members of the public branding Gardaí as "traitors" simply for policing anti-immigration protests. He insisted that Gardaí are just doing the job they're sworn to do, regardless of the issue.But during the programme, everything changed when another person claiming to be a Garda sent us a message that stunned
Should Riad Bouchaker Serve His Time In An Irish Jail...or Be Deported to an Algerian Prison?
This week on Opinions Matter, Adrian and Jeremy tackle the huge verdict in the Parnell Square case: Riyadh Bouchaker has been found guilty of the attempted murder of three children.With the comments section exploding, the question is simple — should he serve his sentence in an Irish prison, or should his Irish citizenship be revoked and he be deported to Algeria?Live callers don’t hold back: outra
Record Number of Complaints Over "Sick Leave After Abortion" Topic
The government is considering introducing five days paid leave for women who suffer pregnancy loss before 23 weeks — and most people agree that’s long overdue for miscarriage.
But a lot of listeners got onto us about one key detail: the same paid leave would also apply to women who’ve had a termination. Should it be treated the same as miscarriage leave, or is it a “choice” that shouldn’t be “rew
*Murder On Air When Mother Compares Piercing a Baby to Female Gential Mutlitaion
Amy from Co. Meath says what she witnessed in a piercing parlour was “nothing short of child abuse”: a baby, only a couple of months old, screaming while getting her ears pierced. She wants it banned in Ireland.Adrian argues it’s quick pain a baby won’t remember, and some say it’s cultural and best done young in a reputable studio. Jeremy isn’t having it, calling it unnecessary and not the baby’s
Adrian & Jeremy give their opinions on McGregor's TV appearance
In this special episode, Adrian and Jeremy sit down to give their opinions on McGregor's appearance on Jimmy Fallon.. They don't hold back on what they think of him
Woman Demands To Know If Hotel She Booked is Housing Refugees
A listener got in touch after her friend booked a family break in a hotel in Waterford… only to arrive and find the place “full of immigrants” (as she called them). So we ask the question: should hotels have to tell paying guests if part of the hotel is being used to house asylum seekers?
Adrian says it’s nobody’s business who else is staying there, while callers argue about safety, “unvetted men
Opinions Matter EXTRA – Get it Off Your Chest - Ep. 70
It’s the weekend “Get It Off Your Chest” edition.. Sometimes a bit rude... but always funny! On this episode... Jeremy is not happy with the waiting room of his Doctors surgery... And Katie has disgusting nails.. Allegedly! Strictly over 18's
Dublin Man Claims Life Was Almost Ruined Over Hugging Female Co-Worker
Is Hugging someone you work with now considered sexual assault? A listener got in touch after getting a written warning in work… over a two‑second hug. He says a colleague going on holidays reported him to HR for “unsolicited and nonconsensual contact” and it could have ruined his career..
*Exclusive* A Dog "Attacked" child in Sandymount.. And We Know The Owner
20 minutes before we were about to record this podcast, our Katies phone rang. It was her friend. She had just been out walking with her dog in Sandymount when a child approached them and the unthinkable happened....
"Drug Dealers Came To My House Over Debt, And Even Threatened My Child"
A debate about allowing drug users to carry drugs for personal use, took a different turn when the sister of a former addict revealed how her house, her family and her own child were threatened by dealers over her brothers debt
Single Mum of 3 Wants Taxpayers To Fund Her Kids Summer Camps
A Dublin mum of 3 caused war on today's pod after suggesting that the government should fund summer camps for parents strugglng on welfare. Her plea for extra money didn't go down well with the callers. Take a listen
Finglas Resident Threatens To Report Family Drug Dealing From Their House
A listener called “Mandy” claims that open drug dealing is happening from a house on Cardiffsbridge Road in Finglas — most evenings, in plain sight, with cars (and even delivery drivers) calling in. She is temped to report it... but is that a wise move? Listen to find out.
Opinions Matter EXTRA – Get it Off Your Chest - Ep. 69
It’s the weekend “Get It Off Your Chest” edition — the most random corner of Opinions Matter where literally anything can come up… and it does.Adrian and Jeremy swap regrets, from giving up the smokes too late to Jeremy’s heartbreak over never going to his Debs (including the brutal reason why). Then it gets even weirder when he discovers, via old wallpaper, that he once had an imaginary friend ca
Adrian & Jer Go Head to Head With Far Right Activist Phillip Dwyer Over Pride Flag
A “citizen journalist” goes viral after filming outside Tallaght Hospital and losing the plot over one thing: the Pride flag flying on the flagpoles during Pride Month.
Adrian and Jeremy bring Philip Dwyer on to ask him straight — how can a rainbow flag be “anti-Christian”, “anti-family” and “pro-abortion”
Father Slams Parents Who Put Their Kids Into Boxing..."It's A Scumbag Sport"
Casper is raging after discovering his 8-year-old son’s best mate has been signed up to a boxing club — he said “moron parents” are turning kids into “little hard men”.Adrian and Jeremy ask the big question: is kids’ boxing about discipline, confidence and fitness — or are we literally teaching children to punch someone in the head?Angela says it’s “disgusting” and far more dangerous than people a
Listeners Lose Their Minds After Mother Says She's Bringing Her Kid To Pride Parade
Sabrina got in touch after her 10-year-old daughter asked could they bring her to next weekend’s Dublin Pride Parade — her auntie is gay and marches every year. Sabrina thought it was a harmless day out… until friends started warning it would “brainwash” kids and claiming “everyone goes naked”.Adrian and Jeremy debate whether Pride is just like the St Patrick’s Day parade — or if it’s changed into
Awkward Moment As "Two Faced Jeremy" is Called Out Over "Fat Jab" Discussion
Niamh emails in raging about the amount of people taking “fat jabs” like Ozempic and Mounjaro, calling them the “lazy way out” and saying weight loss should be done the old-fashioned way — diet and exercise.Adrian argues it’s nobody’s business how someone loses weight, once they’re healthier. Jeremy isn’t having it, saying people don’t deserve praise if “the jab did the work”.Stay listening for th
**Vile Racist Abuse Towards Nigerian Child in Ballyfermot Leaves Locals Shocked**
A Nigerian mother living in Ballyfermot is furious after her young son was subjected to an alleged racist remark during a disagreement with another child over the weekend. What began as a typical row between children took a shocking turn when a racist attack was directed at her son, leaving him upset and his mother deeply hurt and angry.The Nigerian-born mum says she later approached the other chi
Opinions Matter EXTRA – Get it Off Your Chest - Ep. 68
It’s the uncut, unedited weekend edition of Opinions Matter - Get It Off Your Chest!Adrian & Jeremy take a nostalgic but totally inappropriate trip back to the days of “page three” in tabloids, and why it even existed in the first place.Then Jeremy nearly walks into a “Brazilian massage” place in town looking for a shoulder rub… until a quick Google reveals what the “full treatment” and a “fou
Exclusive - We Talk to Deliveroo Driver Who Was Attacked on Malahide Rd. by Scrotes Armed with Angle Grinder
A Deliveroo driver is ambushed outside a Subway on the Malahide Road — two teenage scrotes try to rob his €2,500 electric bike with an angle grinder, and he ends up fighting to get his bike and phone back.Adrian & Jeremy speak to Allencar (from Brazil, here on a student visa) about what happened, and ask why people stood and watched instead of stepping in.Then the debate kicks off: should deli
"If You Support The Loyalist Belfast Rioters You Bring Shame On The Irish Flag"
On this episode of Opinions Matter, Adrian & Jeremy take on the backlash after the Belfast riots — and the bizarre sight of people down south praising loyalists “like we’re all united now”, while the same gangs will be burning tricolours on 11th night bonfires in a few weeks.They ask how anyone calling themselves a “patriot” can cheer on riots that saw homes targeted and families terrified.
*TRIGGER WARNING* Child Makes Horrific Abuse Claim To Restaurant Worker
This Episode Contains Material That Some May Find Triggering - There are certain episodes that just leave us traumatised by the stories we hear. This is one of those episodes but its important to listen to, because it could save a child... We speak to Babs... She was working away in her restaurant minding her own business when a 6 year old child told her something harrowing.
"Enough Is Enough" - Listeners Demand Border Action Over Horrific Belfast Attack
On this episode of Opinions Matter, Adrian & Jeremy react to a horrifying stabbing in Belfast that’s gone viral online — and they slam people sharing graphic videos around WhatsApp “like it’s a meme”.A listener, James, says Ireland has “gone to the dogs” and blames immigration for the country no longer being safe...that sparks a heated debate: is immigration the problem, or are we making blank
Father Furious After Being "Accused" by Spanish Hotel of Grooming His Own Daughter
On this episode of Opinions Matter, Amy gets in touch from holidays in Marbella after witnessing hotel staff demand a father “prove” a teenage girl was his daughter — and the police end up being called when he refuses to cooperate.
Adrian argues you can’t be too careful when it comes to child safety, while Jeremy says it’s a disgusting insult and that dads are being profiled in a way mothers neve
Opinions Matter EXTRA – The Uncut Version - Ep. 67
On this Opinions Matter EXTRA Adrian & Jeremy shoot the breeze about whether chocolate should be stored in a fridge or not...what Jeremy does in bed to get off to sleep...Why can't you get a Chinese takeaway at lucnhtime...AND why isn't our podcast available on the Aer Lingis entertainment system.Our weekend episode is the random ramblings of our crew as we get a load of issues off our chest!!
"What My Child Saw On The Streets of Dublin Could Scar Him For Life"
On this episode Gary brought his 5 year old son into Dublin City Centre on Monday...and was horrified when two grown men exposed themselves in front of him.
10 Year Old Boy Suffers Nasty Bullying Because He Has 2 Gay Dads
On this episode we heard from Jeff who was reacting to episode 1318 (Mum Accused of "Sexualising Her Children" Over Words She's Teaching Them)...who went on to say parents need to teach their kids to me more tolerant of Gay parents.He told us how his 10 year old son is being picked on because he has two Dads.
Mum Accused of "Sexualising Her Children" Over Words She's Teaching Them
On this episode sparks flew over parents who teach their kids the correct names for their private body parts.Jeremy went into full meltdown when an angry listener accused him of all sorts!!
Autism Parents Disgusted With Man's Complaint About Child Incident On Flight
Autism Parents were disgusted over how this passenger reacted to a child with Autism having a meltdown on his flight from Lanzarote to Dublin. He even recorded the incident and sent it to us!
"My Son Is In His 20's And Just Bought A Home.. There's No Excuse"!
A message from listener Dave , about his home owner son, sparks absolute mayhem: He's only 26 and just bought a home in Balbriggan after three years of saving..... so.. is there really no excuse for young people not to buy? You'll find out after listening to this episode
Opinions Matter EXTRA – The Uncut Version - Ep. 66
It’s Opinions Matter Extra – the uncut, unedited weekend episode where Adrian and Jeremy chat pure “bollocksology” while the Facebook audience builds… and it goes everywhere.Jeremy marks the anniversary of an anti-vaxxer’s “you’ll be dead in five years, clot boy” tweet… only to declare he’s officially cheated death.Then it’s onto the important stuff: why rounds only suit big drinkers, how to make
**Mum Issues Stark Warning That Children in Tallaght are Unsafe Due to "Dangerous Predator"***
We are shocked by what we heard on Opinions Matter today about the man in the estate in Tallaght and the claims by various locals that he is danger to local children.... They have branded him a "predator" and say that local children are "unsafe".They told us about they believes he is "grooming" local children and that parents need to be highly vigilant!!!We are also speechless by the number of par
20 Year Old Man Living in Car in Shankill After Parents Disown Him Over Drugs
A WhatsApp lands from Jay about his mate Andre (20) who’s been kicked out of home after his parents found a bag of cocaine in his bedroom. Now Andre is sleeping in a car in Shankill and washing in the gym — and the big question explodes: did his Mam and Dad do the right thing, or is it “shame on you” for making your own child homeless?Adrian says there has to be consequences when someone brings dr
EXCLUSIVE: Teenage Gang Ransack Dun Laoghaire Shop - We Hear From Victims Mum
A shocking video from a Centra in Dun Laoghaire has gone viral...a gang of teenagers wrecking the shop, squaring up to staff and security, knocking over shelves and causing absolute mayhem in broad daylight.Adrian and Jeremy ask the big question: what can actually be done about feral anti-social behaviour when there’s “no consequences”, and where were the Gardaí when the station is only minutes aw
Gay Man Married With Kids Considers Confessing All To Family
A heartbreaking email lands in the studio and Adrian & Jeremy debate a topic they nearly didn’t do. “Brian” (not his real name) is a married Dad of two girls, 7 and 11… and he says he’s secretly gay.He insists he’s never “been up to all sorts” — but admits he’s kissed two men on drunken nights out and is terrified of the fallout if he tells his wife.Should he come clean now, or stay quiet to p
Bullied Teen Snaps After Finding Human Feces in His Bag
A devastated mum gets in touch after her 16-year-old son “snapped” after years of bullying and battered one of the lads tormenting him. Now the bully’s parents are threatening to press charges… and she’s terrified her boy could end up with a criminal record for life.
Adrian and Katie ask the hard question: is fighting back ever justified, or was this assault completely disproportionate?
As calle
Opinions Matter EXTRA – The Uncut Version - Ep. 65
It’s the weekend uncut chaos of Opinions Matter Extra, and Adrian & Jeremy and Katie, this week... wait until you hear about Jers awkward moment with a "pregnant" woman on the luas and why he refuses to pay condolences to a friend. You'll enjoy this!
Jeremy Loses It With Caller Over Enoch Burke Sacking
Hours after it was announced that Enoch Burke has been sacked from his job, we ask the big question: was the school right to terminate his employment, or was Burke standing up for his beliefs? And if he no longer works there, what happens if he shows up again?
Dublin Primary School Teacher In Trouble Over Attending Pro-Palestine March
A dad is furious after his 6th class son comes home saying the teacher told the class she was at a pro-Palestine march “against genocide”. He rang the school to complain, calling it “woke nonsense” and demanding teachers keep their agenda out of the classroom.
Sexist Man Demands Mothers Give Up Work To Raise Their Children
“Why bother having babies just to hand them over to strangers in crèches?” That’s the message from Luigi that kicks off one of the most heated debates we’ve had in agesIf you do have your children in a creche, you may be triggered by what this caller has to say about you!
Caller Admits He Disowned Family Member For Being "Far Right Activist"
"I cut off all ties with my sister in law when she joined Coolock Say No, and started spreading anti immigration lies"..... We spoke to Joseph on today's podcast who revealed exactly why he disowned a close family member
"Snobby" Mum Blasted Over Attitude "My Daughter Is Too Clever To Do Nails"
War erupted on this episode! A mum called Ciara is heartbroken after her daughter finishes 5th year and drops a bombshell: she doesn’t want to do the Leaving Cert… she wants to do a nails course instead! Ciara says her daughter is too intelligent for it and fears she’s “throwing her life away” when she could’ve gone to UCD to study psychology.
Opinions Matter EXTRA – The Uncut Version - Ep. 64
It’s the weekend uncut chaos of Opinions Matter Extra, and Adrian & Jeremy (and Katie) are in rare form.Jeremy admits to the most disgusting thing he’s ever done on a flight… including “dribbling” all over a stranger and trying to wipe it off without getting caught.Then it’s onto marriage rows, takeaways, “wrong spice” Nando’s disasters and the big question: what toppings should be illegal on
Caller Wants Free Legal Aid Scrapped, Even In The Family Law Courts!
€123 million of taxpayers’ money has been set aside for free legal aid this year… and Jeremy is raging. After hearing about a career criminal with 129 previous convictions back in court, he asks: why are we funding repeat offenders’ defence, again and again?
Adrian argues it’s a constitutional right — access to justice and a fair trial, no matter who you are or what you earn. Jeremy wants a “thre
Secret Recording Row: Was Bertie Set Up at the Door?
Bertie Ahern has found himself in the eye of a storm after secretly-recorded comments about “Africans”, the Congo, Muslims and fears about the “next generation” were leaked from a doorstep canvass — and now Ireland can’t stop talking about it.
Adrian and Jeremy break down what he said, whether he was led into a “gotcha” moment, and the big question: should he apologise, or is this just free speec
Mum Warns Over Danger Of Child Sleepovers After Horrific Incident With Her Son
A heated debate about allowing your children to have sleepovers, was stopped in its tracks, when regular listener Rita, opened up about what happened to her pre-teen son on a sleepover (warning: contains graphic description of abuse)
"Convicted Right Wing Activist Graham Carey Falsely Accused Me of Being a Pae*o"
Graham Carey from Dunsink Drive, Finglas has been convicted of incitement to hatred — and in this episode Adrian and Jeremy look back at the years of videos, threats and online abuse that led to his arrest and the jury’s guilty verdict.Comedian and activist Therese Cahill joins them to describe the vile DMs she received, including being falsely labelled a paedophile and targeted with disgusting “r
**EXCLUSIVE** We Talk To One Of The Muslim Men Who Was Praying in Ballymun Apartment
A video from Ballymun goes viral showing a group of Muslim men praying in a small apartment — and it sparks a street protest with claims there’s a “makeshift mosque” in the block.
Adrian and Jeremy try to cut through the misinformation and talk to Jay, who was inside at the gathering. He says it was standard Friday prayers, plus a condolence for a cousin who died back home — about 20 men, no thre
Opinions Matter EXTRA – The Uncut Version - Ep. 63
Jeremy reckons he’s cracked the secret to happiness: get on the dole and every weekend is basically a bank holiday. From 5.08am alarms and level crossings to laying out clothes for the full week like a man possessed, the lads go off on one about work, routines and “planning” your life.Then it takes a hard left into pure madness: bedside lockers, celebrity crushes, and the very awkward question of
Murder Over Jeremy's Comments About "Military Aged Unemployed Men in Finglas"
Jeremy drives through Ballygall in Finglas East on a weekday afternoon and says he spots “dozens” of young lads (18–30) hanging around doing nothing — and it kicks off a furious debate.
His argument is simple: if you’re under 30, able-bodied and not a carer or on disability, there’s “no excuse” for being on the dole… so cut it off. Others hit back with questions about mental health, addiction, ed
"If You've a Problem With Unisex Toilets In Schools You're a Karen", Claims Caller
Gender-neutral toilets in schools… harmless modern design, or a step too far?
Adrian and Jeremy dig into the outrage after a photo of toilets in Harold’s Cross Educate Together went viral — sealed cubicles, but shared sinks in the middle. Some callers say it’s “woke nonsense” and a threat to girls’ privacy, especially around periods, while others argue it’s no different to planes, festivals or sw
Adrian & Jeremy Almost Come To Blows Over Drinking Alcohol In The Airport
Michael O’Leary says airport bars shouldn’t be serving alcohol at 4am — and it sparks a savage row on Opinions Matter.Jeremy reckons early-morning pints are “pathetic” and fuel bad behaviour in the air, while Adrian argues it’s holiday mode and most people can handle one or two without causing trouble.Callers from Wexford to Chicago weigh in: nervous flyers who swear by a glass of wine, others cal
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“Take My Pic Down NOW!!” Pyjamas Row Explodes After 2 Women See Their Picture Online
Today on Opinions Matter there was outrage when we received a picture from a listener of 2 women who came into the shop she works in in North County Dublin over the weekend in their pyjamas... she says this needs be banned!!! There was war then when the women in the picture saw their photo online and they contacted us demanding that we remove the photo immediately... This all lead to a very lively
Man Claims Many Women Are Getting Pregnant Just To Be Moved Up The Housing List
A listener has been going out with a woman for 4 months… and she’s just told him she’s pregnant. He reckons he’s been “trapped!... one called claimed that "working class" women are deliberately getting pregnant just to get moved up the housing list
Opinions Matter EXTRA – The Uncut Version - Ep. 62
It’s the weekend “Opinions Matter Extra” — the totally uncut version where Adrian and Jeremy chat absolute rubbish while the live audience builds… and somehow it turns into one of the most random episodes yet.
Jeremy reveals he’s “living in hell” thanks to Communion season prices (a €440 dress… and a request for a cage of doves to be released), then the lads spiral into slugs with 27,000 teeth, g
Residents In Swords Estate Told To Take Down Irish Flags By Management Company
A row has kicked off in a private housing estate in Swords after the management company emailed residents giving them three days to remove eight Irish tricolours hanging from lampposts.
On this episode, Adrian and Jeremy ask: do management companies have every right to enforce the rules… or should people be allowed fly their own flag with pride wherever they want in their estate?
Callers are fur
Woman Who Had Termination Says "Don't Patronise Me...I Don't Need 3 Days To Decide"
The Social Democrats want to scrap Ireland’s mandatory three-day “cooling off” period before an abortion — and on this episode Adrian and Jeremy ask: is it a sensible safeguard… or a patronising barrier that drags out an already traumatic decision?
Callers clash hard. Some argue women have already “thought long and hard” before they ever walk into a GP, especially in crisis situations. Others ins
Man Verbally Abused In Dublin City Centre For Giving Money to Roma Beggar
Anthony thought he was doing the decent thing — stopped at the lights on Pearse Street and dropped 50 cent into the cup of an elderly Roma woman begging. Seconds later, an Irish passer-by roared at him: “Don’t give her any fucking money… give money to your own!”On this episode, Adrian and Jeremy ask the question: are you encouraging organised begging and scams… or are you just showing basic humani
"If First Holy Communion Is Just a Party for Your Kids...You're A Total Hypocrite?"
It’s Communion season… and Breda is raging. She says if you never go to Mass, don’t believe in God, and only show up for the photos, the money and the big day out… then you’ve no business letting your child make their First Holy Communion.Adrian and Jeremy get stuck right into it — is it pure hypocrisy, or has Communion just become “a traditional thing” in Ireland?Callers clash over tradition, Cat
Angry Killinarden Dad Threatens to Sue Opinions Matter Over Teen Vandal Topic
Buses being “bricked out of it” in places like Killinarden has people raging — and today Adrian and Jeremy ask what can actually be done to stop it before someone is seriously injured.Is the only solution to permanently pull Dublin Bus services from areas where the Number 27 keeps getting attacked… even if that means punishing the whole community, including elderly passengers and kids? One Father
Opinions Matter EXTRA – The Uncut Version - Ep. 61
It’s the weekend edition of Opinions Matter… and there’s no “main topic” at all — just Adrian and Jeremy letting rip with the most random studio chat you’ll hear all week.
Are slices of bread getting smaller? Have Cadbury’s Fingers secretly turned into “pinkies”? And why is Jeremy convinced companies shave a millimetre off everything every year to “fuck us over” without us noticing?
Then it gets
Mother On Housing List Slammed For "Demanding" Property Beside Her Family!
A viral video sparks today’s debate: should someone on the social housing list be allowed to demand a house in the exact estate they grew up in — near their mam for babysitting — or is it pure entitlement and “beggars can’t be choosers”?..... Expect a lot of angry exchanges in this episode!
Muslim Irish Man Slams "Idiots" For Spreading Fears About Islam
Omar, an Irish-born Muslim with Iraqi parents, got onto Adrian and Jeremy after seeing a headline warning that “Islamist terrorism” is a significant concern for Ireland — and he says it’s pure scaremongering that only fuels Islamophobia.
Should reports like this name a religion at all… or should it simply be called “terrorism” without tarring ordinary Muslims with the same brush?
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Fuel Protestors Who Blocked Roads/Depots Warned Gardai Are Coming For You
Gardai have set up “incident rooms” around the country to hunt down anyone who broke the law during the recent fuel blockades — and it has people raging.Adrian and Jeremy go head-to-head on the big question: should the Gardaí be tracking down truckers, farmers and protesters after the fact… or is it a massive waste of resources that’ll only rile people up again?Callers are split. Some say “the law
Caller Slams "Tasteless" Gravestone in Dublin Cemetary Next To Her Husbands Plot
Things got very heated on this latest episode after listener Tracy gave out yards about the amount of "guady" and "tasteless" gravestones near her husbands burial plot. Callers were furious with her over her opinions
Mum Of Autism Child Disgusted Over Exclusion of Her Little Girl At Birthday Party
A mum messaged Opinions Matter after her autistic daughter was left heartbroken when she couldn’t attend a joint birthday party in a trampoline centre that wasn’t “sensory friendly” — even though the venue runs sensory sessions.
Should the parents have planned the party around one child’s needs… or is it unfair to expect everyone else to change their child’s big day?
Adrian and Jeremy row over w
Opinions Matter EXTRA – The Uncut Version - Ep. 60
It’s Opinions Matter Extra — the uncut weekend ramble where Adrian and Jeremy go completely off the rails before they even get near a “topic”.Jeremy is raging about having to rent a tux for a black-tie wedding in a “kippy” Clayton, and declares he doesn’t do second weddings… so no present. Then it’s golf talk, caddies “rubbing balls”, and a row over using the word “birds” in 2026.But the real chao
Angry Woman Says "Social Welfare People Need to Keep Their Legs Closed & Stop Having State Paid Babies"
A fed-up listener “Patricia” says her neighbour has just had baby number five — and claims neither parent has ever worked. She’s raging that working families are making sacrifices while the taxpayer “foots the bill”, and she wants child-related welfare supports capped after the second child.Our Katie backed her up and said that nobody should have children if they cant afford them.... and then the
Snobby Father Admits On Air That He Prevented His Daughter Dating Tallaght Man
Ciara from “posh” Leopardstown says her family and friends are judging the fella she’s seeing… purely because he’s from Coolock and “sounds a certain way”. She likes him — they don’t — and the snobbery is doing her head in.
Adrian and Jeremy tear into class, accents and the unwritten rules of who you’re “supposed” to date… before Jeremy admits he couldn’t go out with someone with a “junkie voice”
Dublin 15 Garda Subjected to Disgusting Abuse While Off Duty Over Fuel Protests
A listener from Dublin 15 gets in touch about his neighbour who’s a Garda — and says he’s been getting dogs abuse in public, even when he’s off duty with his wife and kids, over the fuel protests.
Adrian and Jeremy ask: are Gardaí fair game for abuse just because they wear the uniform… or should off-duty officers be completely off-limits?
Callers clash hard. Some say it “comes with the territory
Immigrant Nurses Are Being Racially Abused...We Speak to "Patriot" Who Claims It's Fake News!
Foreign national nurses in Ireland are now travelling to and from work in groups because of racially motivated abuse on the streets — and Adrian and Jeremy are furious.
They react to the INMO warning, ask why so many people are demanding “proof”, and tear into the excuses, the whataboutery, and the “it’s just words” attitude.
Callers argue back hard: one claims it’s exaggerated and “woke”, while
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