The Niall Boylan Podcast (They Told Me To Shut Up)
Niall Boylan hosts a podcast where he speaks his mind freely, covering a range of topics and engaging with listeners. The show offers premium content for subscribers via his website.
Episodes
#816 Cashless Ireland, Convenient or Controlling? (With Senator Sarah O’Reilly)
Should Every Government Service Be Forced to Accept Cash?Niall speaks to Aontú Senator Sarah O’Reilly about her campaign against businesses, sporting venues and State services refusing to accept cash.Senator O’Reilly has strongly criticised the National Driver Licence Service, which does not accept cash, cheques or postal orders at its centres. Customers must instead pay using a debit or credit ca
#809 Tax Them, Insure Them, Licence Them: Has the E-Scooter Free-for-All Gone Too Far?
Niall Boylan is joined by Laura Perrins, journalist with Gript Media, to discuss the growing controversy around e-scooters and calls for tougher regulation.Green Party leader Roderic O’Gorman has called for the law to clamp down on retailers selling e-scooters, following reports that six children were admitted to Temple Street Hospital ICU in recent days after e-scooter related accidents. Minister
#815 The Great Beer Garden Parenting Disaster
Should Children Be Banned from Pubs and Beer Gardens?**Niall speaks to callers after a listener contacted the show to say he and his wife were disgusted by what they witnessed during a visit to a large local bar.The couple had gone out for dinner, but the beer garden was packed with families and young children. According to the listener, many of the children appeared bored, were running around uns
#814 RTE: Are We Funding Public Broadcasting or Protecting a Privileged Club?
Niall speaks to callers and former RTÉ correspondent, now Independent Ireland MEP Ciarán Mullooly, about the national broadcaster’s demand for another guaranteed, multi annual Government funding package when its current arrangement ends in 2027.The Government has already committed €725 million in public funding to RTÉ for the three years from 2025 to 2027. This combines television licence income w
#813 Dont Call me Darling!
Not Suitable For Broadcast – "Dont Call me Darling!"This week's episode of Not Suitable For Broadcast didn't quite go to plan… and it may just have turned out even better because of it!With AJ Walsh away, Niall was faced with a dilemma. Cancel the show, or find someone brave enough to step into the hot seat. Enter his wife, Karen Boylan, who had never appeared on a radio show or podcast before. T
#811 If Anyone Can Become Irish, What Does Irish Mean Anymore?
In this episode, Niall talks to journalist John McGuirk about a question that goes right to the heart of Irish identity: does becoming an Irish citizen automatically make someone Irish?The debate follows a wider conversation about citizenship, nationality, belonging and what it really means to be part of a country. According to official Dáil figures, 100,471 certificates of naturalisation were iss
#812 Vaping Ban: Is The Government Treating Adults Like Children Again?
In this episode, Niall looks at the Government’s latest crackdown on vaping, and asks whether this is a sensible public health measure or another example of the nanny state treating adults like children.The Public Health (Single-Use Vapes) Bill 2025 has now passed through both Houses of the Oireachtas, paving the way for a ban on the sale of disposable vapes in Ireland. Once the law is commenced,
#810 Ireland Then vs Ireland Now: Progress or Collapse?
Niall Boylan is joined by former journalist Larissa Nolan to ask a question that always sparks strong memories and strong opinions: what was the best time in Ireland to grow up?Was it the Ireland of the 60s, 70s or 80s, where children played on the streets, neighbours looked out for each other and family and community seemed stronger? Or was that Ireland far tougher than we sometimes remember, wit
#808 Is “Pregnancy Loss” the New Sanitised Word for Abortion?
In this episode, Niall talks to Sandra Adams, advocate for women’s sex-based rights, child safeguarding and fact-based education, about the reported plan to classify both miscarriage and abortion under the same heading of “pregnancy loss” for the purposes of paid leave.The proposal has opened up a difficult and deeply sensitive debate. Supporters say this is about compassion, privacy and dignity i
#807 Is the Cost of Living Pushing Irish People Out of Ireland?
In this episode, Niall talks to Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín about Aontú’s Private Members’ Bill aimed at stopping planned fuel tax increases due on August 1st.Aontú says the bill is designed to block Government plans that could see petrol rise by 27 cent per litre and diesel by 32 cent per litre when temporary excise cuts expire. The party is also calling for a halt to further carbon tax increases,
#805 Should Trump Be Welcomed, Or Are We Too Afraid Of The Mob?
In this episode, Niall is joined by election candidate and podcaster Nick Delehanty to discuss Donald Trump’s proposed visit to Ireland for the Irish Open at Doonbeg this September.Trump’s possible arrival has already divided opinion. Sinn Féin TD Louise O’Reilly has said she is more likely to be with the protesters than welcoming him, pointing to objections over his relationship with Israel. Cian
#806 Are Politicians Too Soft, Or Has Public Debate Turned Toxic?
In this episode, Niall is joined by Senator Sharon Keogan to discuss a new Women for Election report which claims women in Irish politics are facing widespread online abuse, sexualised harassment and threats of violence.The report, titled Recognize, Resist, Rise Up, was part of a five country European study on gender based violence against women in politics. It found that 96% of female TDs and Sen
#803 "Zelenssky's a Twerp!" Plus the Biggest Stories of the Week
It's that time of the week again as Niall Boylan is joined by his former producer and good friend AJ Walsh to break down the biggest stories making headlines in Ireland and around the world.This week, they discuss Metallica's generous €80,000 donation to Irish charities during their Dublin visit, RTÉ's decision to make dozens of presenters employees after the bogus self employment controversy, fue
#804 Inside The Secret World Of Fetishes, Kinks And Fantasy. With Clarity Mills
What happens when you strip away the stigma, the myths, and the taboos surrounding sex?In this fascinating and completely uncensored episode, Niall sits down with Clarity Mills, one of Ireland's best known dominatrices and a professional sex educator, for a candid conversation that explores a side of human sexuality many people are curious about but rarely discuss openly.Together they delve into t
#802 The Bottle Return Scheme: Ireland's Biggest Green Con? With Larissa Nolan
Is Ireland's Bottle Return Scheme delivering on its environmental promises, or has it become an expensive inconvenience for consumers?In this episode, Niall is joined by journalist Larissa Nolan to discuss one of the country's most divisive environmental initiatives. Larissa has been a vocal critic of the scheme and is even organising a live event to highlight what she believes are its many flaws.
#800 Riad Bouchaker: Inside One of Ireland's Most Horrific Crimes. With Fatima Gunning
Few criminal cases have shocked Ireland as deeply as the attack that left three young children fighting for their lives and an entire nation searching for answers.In this episode, Niall is joined by journalist Fatima Gunning to examine the case of Riad Bouchaker, who has been found guilty on all eight counts of attempted murder of three young children, assault causing serious harm to their carer,
#801 Would You Vote Yes to Reinstate The Death Penalty?
Should Ireland bring back the death penalty?In this episode, Niall opens the lines to hear what listeners really think about one of the most divisive questions in criminal justice. If there were a referendum tomorrow, would you vote to restore capital punishment for the most horrific crimes, or should Ireland never return to state executions?Supporters argue that some crimes are so evil that life
#798 Has Mass Immigration Broken the Housing System? With Cllr Noel Thomas
If You Were Housing Minister for One Day, What Would You Do?Ireland's housing crisis has dominated political debate for years, yet for many people the dream of owning a home seems further away than ever. House prices remain high, rents continue to soar, and thousands of people are still waiting for social housing while homelessness remains at record levels.On today's podcast, Niall is joined by In
#799 The Public Services Card: Helpful Tool or Slippery Slope?
On today's podcast, Niall is joined by Sandra Adams, advocate for women's sex based rights, child safeguarding and fact based education, to discuss growing concerns over the Government's decision to require parents to use a Public Services Card to participate in the Department of Education's online consultation on school meals.The consultation is intended to gather parents' views on the future of
Did Fauci Know More Than He Ever Told Us? With John mcGuirk
Did We Get Covid Wrong? New Documents, Fauci, Wuhan and Ireland’s Covid InquiryOn today’s podcast, Niall is joined by journalist John McGuirk from The Statement to discuss newly released White House documents that supporters of the lab leak theory say raise serious questions about Dr Anthony Fauci, US funding of coronavirus research in Wuhan, and whether people once dismissed as "conspiracy theori
#796 Is It Time To Scrap Retirement Ages Completely?
Should your employer be allowed to tell you when it's time to retire?On this episode, Niall opens the phone lines to discuss whether mandatory retirement ages should become a thing of the past.The debate comes as new legislation has come into effect in Ireland giving many employees the right to refuse compulsory retirement before the State pension age of 66. Workers whose employment contracts requ
#795 Close The Irish Border And Stop Chaotic Immigration
A new Red C poll suggests that public attitudes towards Ireland's border are changing, with more than a third of voters saying they would support the return of a hard border with Northern Ireland if it helped tackle illegal immigration. The findings come amid growing concern over claims that some asylum seekers are travelling into the Republic via Northern Ireland after first arriving in the UK, r
#793 Clamped and Humiliated, Is It Time to End This Scam?
On today's episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall is joined by journalist and Aontú communications officer Larissa Nolan to debate whether wheel clamping has outlived its usefulness.Dublin City Council clamped more than 45,000 vehicles in 2024, making Ireland one of the few countries in Europe where wheel clamping remains a routine parking enforcement tool. While most European countries rely o
#794 Should Gardaí Be Allowed to Seize Your Phone on Suspicion?
On today's episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall is joined by podcaster and social commentator Elaine Mullally to debate one of the most controversial questions facing modern policing.Should Gardaí have the power to seize your mobile phone without first obtaining a search warrant if they reasonably believe it contains evidence of a serious crime?The debate has intensified following comments b
#792 Ireland's Gone Completley Bonkers. Niall and AJ week 005
On this week's News Round Up, Niall is joined by his good friend and former producer AJ Walsh to take a look back at the biggest stories making headlines over the past week, some deeply serious, others downright bizarre.They discuss the guilty verdicts against Sir Jeffrey Donaldson and Lady Eleanor Donaldson, the growing calls to decriminalise all drugs for personal use, and the debate over whethe
#791 Is Co Education Better, Or Just Political Correctness?
Should single sex schools become a thing of the past?A new Department of Education survey has found that more than 73% of households with children attending single sex primary schools would like their school to become co educational. The findings come as the Government continues its policy of encouraging schools to reconfigure to mixed education where there is local demand, arguing that parents sh
#790 Decriminalise All Drugs, Brilliant Or Insane?
TDs and Senators from across the political spectrum have recommended one of the biggest changes to Ireland's drug laws in decades, calling for the possession of all illegal drugs for personal use to be fully decriminalised. The recommendation, contained in the final report of the Oireachtas Committee on Drugs Use, follows similar proposals made by the Citizens' Assembly on Drug Use and argues that
#789 Nobody Held Accountable: Was Covid Ireland's Greatest Political Failure? (Part Two) With Callers
Ireland's long-awaited Covid inquiry is finally underway, and already it is raising difficult questions. This week, Taoiseach Micheál Martin faced extensive questioning from the inquiry panel about the Government's handling of the pandemic, but unlike the public inquiries seen in the UK and elsewhere, the interviews are being conducted behind closed doors. No transcripts will be published and the
#787 Human Extinction In A Few Thousand Years, Are We Already On That Path? with David Quinn
Birth rates across Europe and the wider Western world are falling at an unprecedented rate, with many countries now well below the level needed to maintain their populations. Some demographers warn that if current trends continue indefinitely, human populations could shrink dramatically over the coming centuries, raising serious questions about the future of society itself.On this episode, Niall i
#788 Nobody Held Accountable, Was Covid Ireland's Greatest Political Failure? (Part One) with Karl Deeter
Ireland's long-awaited Covid inquiry is finally underway, and already it is raising difficult questions. This week, Taoiseach Micheál Martin faced extensive questioning from the inquiry panel about the Government's handling of the pandemic, but unlike the public inquiries seen in the UK and elsewhere, the interviews are being conducted behind closed doors. No transcripts will be published and the
#785 Are We Sleepwalking Into A Surveillance State?
On this episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall is joined by social commentator, podcaster and restaurateur Paul Treyvaud for a no-holds-barred discussion on the Government's latest plans to tackle money laundering through luxury retailers.Under proposals currently being discussed, businesses selling high-end watches, jewellery and designer goods could be encouraged to share information about c
#786 Are Phone Tracking Apps Turning Parents Into Big Brother?
On this episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall is joined by podcaster and commentator Elaine Mullally to discuss a growing trend among modern parents, tracking their children's every move through smartphone apps.With location-sharing technology now available at the touch of a button, many parents say it offers peace of mind and an extra layer of protection in an increasingly unpredictable worl
#782 Was Preston Davey Sacrificed to Political Correctness?
Did Political Correctness Cost Baby Preston His Life?In this powerful and deeply emotional discussion, Niall speaks with journalist John McGuirk from The Statement about the shocking murder of 13 month old Preston Davey at the hands of his adoptive parents, Jamie Varley and John McGowan-Fazakerley.John examines the serious questions now being asked of British social services and child protection a
#784 No Job, No Problem: Should Welfare Pay for Holidays Abroad?
Should Welfare Payments Come With Spending Restrictions?In this episode, Niall opens the phone lines to discuss a proposal that has divided opinion in several countries around the world. Australia and parts of the United States have already introduced welfare payment cards that restrict how benefits can be spent, while politicians in the UK have also debated introducing similar measures.Supporters
#783 Is It Time to Admit the Irish Language Experiment Isn't Working?
Should Irish Still Be Mandatory in Schools?In this episode, Niall speaks to school teacher and Aontú representative Eric Nelligan about the growing debate over the Irish language in education.Eric questions whether Irish should remain a compulsory subject throughout secondary school and whether it is fair that students who sit certain State examinations through Irish can receive additional CAO poi
#781 Not Suitable For Broadcast Ep:004
he Weekly Round-Up with Niall Boylan & AJ WalshThis week Niall is joined by his former producer and long-time friend AJ Walsh for a lively and no-holds-barred look back at the stories that got everyone talking.They discuss the horrific Preston Davey case and the questions being asked following the convictions. They also look at the growing debate around trust in the media as the BBC faces majo
#779 Why Should Non-Citizens Get Social Housing Before Irish Families? (With Cllr Gavin Pepper)
On this episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall speaks to Councillor Gavin Pepper about one of the most divisive issues in Irish politics today, who should get priority for social housing when there simply aren't enough homes to go around.The discussion follows comments by Nigel Farage, who has pledged that under a Reform UK government, foreign nationals would be barred from accessing social ho
#778 Is The Tricolour Dividing Ireland Instead Of Uniting It? (With John McGuirk)
Has The Irish Flag Been Tarnished? | Niall Talks to John McGuirkOn this episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall speaks to journalist John McGuirk from The Statement about the growing controversy surrounding the Irish tricolour and what it represents in modern Ireland.The debate was sparked after former President Mary McAleese criticised the use of Irish flags to intimidate people, saying that u
#780 Why I Walked Away From Pride" – Sean Ako Unfiltered
In this episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall sits down with popular influencer, commentator and outspoken gay man Sean Ako for a wide-ranging and candid conversation about some of the most contentious issues facing society today.Sean opens up about his own life, experiences growing up gay, and why he believes many people are afraid to challenge prevailing narratives. The discussion explores
#777 My Wife Joined The Vegan Movement And Now She Wants To Convert The Kids
On today's podcast, Niall discusses a message from a listener who says his wife's decision to become vegan has transformed their home life into a battleground. What began as a personal dietary choice has evolved into a major source of conflict, with the listener claiming his wife now refuses to buy animal products, wants their young children raised vegan and regularly criticises his own eating hab
#776 Three Days To Save A Life? The Abortion Vote Dividing Ireland
On today's podcast, Niall speaks to Niamh Uí Bhriain, Assistant Editor of Gript Media, and Clare Mills, pro-choice advocate, about one of the most contentious issues currently before the Dáil.Government leaders, including Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Tánaiste Simon Harris, have indicated they will support a Sinn Féin bill to abolish the mandatory three-day waiting period for women seeking an abort
#774 Who Watches the Watchers? The Rise of Government Censorship
On today's podcast, Niall Boylan is joined by Sunday Times economics columnist Cormac Lucey to discuss a growing crisis that goes far beyond politics and economics, the collapse of public trust in the media.New figures published in the Digital News Report Ireland 2026 show that trust in "most news" has fallen sharply in Ireland, dropping from 51% to 42% in just one year. According to the report, I
#775 Prison or Hotel? Now Inmates Can Take Calls in Their Cells
On today's podcast, Niall Boylan opens the lines to callers to debate a controversial new pilot scheme being introduced in Irish prisons.Under the initiative, prisoners in the Dóchas Centre and the Training Unit on the Mountjoy campus will, for the first time, be able to receive direct phone calls from approved family members and friends straight to telephones in their cells. The Irish Prison Serv
#773 The Murder of Preston Davey: The Horrific Abuse Hidden Behind Closed Doors
On today's podcast, Niall Boylan speaks to journalist Laura Perrins from Gript about one of the most disturbing child abuse and murder cases in recent years.At Preston Crown Court, 37-year-old Jamie Varley was convicted of the murder of 13-month-old Preston Davey, along with child cruelty offences, sexual offences involving a child, the production of indecent images and the distribution of an inde
#771 Social Media Ban For Teens: Common Sense Or Government Overreach?
On this episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall is joined by social commentator Sandra Adams, Paul Treyvaud and secondary school teacher Eric Nelligan to discuss one of the most controversial proposals yet in the battle over children's online safety.UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced sweeping new "Australia-plus" social media restrictions that would effectively ban under-16s from acc
#772 Is Ireland Abolishing Property Rights One Tax At A Time?
On this episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall opens the lines to callers to discuss a controversial new proposal that could see owners of derelict properties hit with massive annual tax bills.Finance Minister Simon Harris is bringing proposals to Cabinet for a new Derelict Property Tax that would replace the existing derelict sites levy and allow Revenue to collect the charge directly. Under
Niall And AJ "Not Suitable For Broadcast" Belfast Bloodshed To Billionare Hypocrisy . E3 Episode 3
Join Niall Boylan and his good friend and former producer AJ Walsh for their weekly catch-up as they take a look at some of the biggest, strangest and most talked-about stories making headlines this week. From the shocking stabbing in Belfast that left a man with life-changing injuries and sparked public disorder, to a car mysteriously ending up in the pond at St Stephen's Green, Niall and AJ disc
#769 Illegal Immigration: Bring Back Border Checks Between North and South?
The UK Government has announced plans to spend £3.7 billion on immigration enforcement over the next three years as it attempts to tackle illegal immigration, strengthen border security and speed up removals. The announcement comes amid growing public concern about migration levels and follows recent unrest in parts of the UK where immigration has become a major political issue.But for people livi
#768 Are Governments Using "Safety" as an Excuse to Censor the Internet?
Social Democrats TD Sinéad Gibney has called for much stronger action against social media platforms, arguing that harmful and dangerous content is spreading online with little accountability. She has repeatedly criticised what she sees as failures by governments and regulators to properly control Big Tech and has advocated stronger regulation of online platforms and algorithms.Now, in the wake of
#765 Belfast Erupts: Are Politicians Ignoring Public Anger on Immigration?
The brutal stabbing of a man on the streets of Belfast has shocked people right across Ireland and the UK. Graphic footage of the attack spread rapidly online, sparking outrage, fear and anger among many members of the public. The suspect, a Sudanese national who had leave to remain in the UK, has since been charged by police and the victim remains seriously injured.On today's podcast, Niall is jo
#766 Babies In Your Seventies: A Modern Miracle Or Pure Selfishness?
Former Channel 4 News presenter Jon Snow has revealed that he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease at the age of 78. The announcement has reignited a debate that many people find uncomfortable but increasingly relevant in a world where more people are becoming parents later in life.Jon Snow and his wife, who is 30 years younger than him, welcomed a baby boy through surrogacy in 2021 when Jo
767 Toxic Job, Toxic Boss: Why Don't More Men Walk Away?
What would you do if the person you loved was being slowly destroyed by their job?On this episode of the podcast, Niall talks to callers about a dilemma sent in by a listener who says she is at breaking point watching her husband suffer at work.According to her email, her husband is constantly bullied, belittled and disrespected by his boss. She says he works long hours, is underpaid for the work
#763 Should We Admire Billionaires Or Be Afraid Of The Power They Hold?
Formula One superstar Lewis Hamilton has sparked a fierce debate after declaring that billionaires simply shouldn't exist.Hamilton, whose own fortune is estimated at around $550 million, said there should be a limit to how much wealth one person can accumulate. The comments immediately raised eyebrows, not least because his girlfriend, Kim Kardashian, is reportedly worth close to $1.9 billion.Crit
#762 Henry Nowak Was Murdered, So Why Is The Media Talking About The Far Right? (With laura Perrins)
Murder, Media and the Political Fallout: The Henry Nowak CaseOn this episode, Niall talks to journalist and commentator Laura Perrins about the murder of Henry Nowak, the public reaction to the case, and the growing political controversy that has followed.Laura recently wrote a strongly worded piece on Substack criticising media coverage of the case, particularly an Irish Times editorial that desc
#764 Ireland's New Addiction: Why Are We Gambling Away €5.5 Billion A Year?
#764 Ireland's New Addiction: Why Are We Gambling Away €5.5 Billion A Year?
#759 Pregnant People, Why Is Ireland Pretending Biology Doesn't Exist?
On today's podcast, Niall is joined by Senator Sarah O' Reilly of Aontú to discuss what many see as the growing erasure of women from public life and official language.The debate was reignited after an exam paper issued by the State Examinations Commission used the term "pregnant person" rather than "pregnant woman". The Commission defended the wording as being "respectful and inclusive", but crit
#760 Are Supermarkets Blackmailing Shoppers Into Giving Up Their Privacy?
On today's podcast, Niall is joined by Olga Cronin, Senior Policy Officer with the Irish Council for Civil Liberties, to discuss whether loyalty cards are one of the biggest consumer cons of modern times.Supermarkets tell us that loyalty schemes are designed to reward regular customers with exclusive discounts and special offers. But is that really what's happening? Or are shoppers being pressured
#761 Love Has Limits: Would You Become Your Spouse's Carer?
On today's podcast, Niall is joined by social commentator and podcaster Elaine Mullally to discuss a question that goes to the very heart of love, marriage and commitment.When couples stand at the altar and promise to stay together "in sickness and in health", do they really mean it?The discussion comes after Hollywood actress Sharon Stone revealed that her marriage effectively ended during a majo
#757 €5,000 to Scrap Your Diesel/Petrol Car: Bribe or Climate Madness?
Would €5,000 be enough to get you out of your petrol or diesel car and into an electric vehicle?On this episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall discusses the Government's latest proposal to encourage drivers to switch to electric vehicles by offering up to €5,000 to scrap cars that are more than 13 years old and replace them with an EV.The scheme is being considered as part of Ireland's efforts
#757 Not Suitable For Broadcast, (Week 2) Henry Nowak, Israel & Government Madness
Every week, Niall Boylan sits down with his former producer and longtime friend AJ Walsh for a lively and often unpredictable round-up of the biggest stories making headlines.This week, Niall and AJ discuss the shocking murder of Henry Nowak, a case that has reignited concerns about violent crime, knife attacks and public safety. They examine the growing fears many people have about crime on our s
#756 In the Name of Pride, Does Anything Go in Children's Books?
Should parents be expected to know everything their children are reading, or do organisations promoting books to young people have a responsibility too?On this episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall is joined by journalist and reporter Ben Scallan and social commentator Karl Deeter to discuss a growing controversy involving Children's Minister Norma Foley and RTÉ.The debate erupted after RTÉ p
#754 The Henry Nowak Case: When Policing Seems Racist?
Did Police Fail Henry Nowak? | Knife Crime, Race and Public TrustOn today's podcast, Niall talks to journalist John McGuirk from Statement International about the shocking death of 18-year-old Henry Nowak, a case that has sparked outrage across Britain and reignited debate about knife crime, policing and public trust.Henry Nowak was one of more than 170 people fatally stabbed in the UK in 2025. Bu
#755 My House, My Rules: No Alcohol Until You're 18
Leaving Cert Party or Parenting Fail?A listener contacted the show with a dilemma that has caused a major disagreement in her household.Her daughter wants to celebrate the end of her Leaving Cert exams by having a party at the family home. The problem? She wants alcohol to be available for her friends.The listener says her daughter is almost 17 and most of the teenagers who would attend are also 1
#752 Birth Rates Collapse: Is Population Replacement Inevitable?
Birth rates across the Western world are collapsing, families are getting smaller, and in many countries more people are now dying than being born.On this episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall is joined by journalist Laura Perrins to discuss what many are calling a demographic crisis. Laura argues that a combination of factors is driving fertility rates down, including the rising cost of livi
#753 Why Are Foreign Workers Coming In While Irish People Leave?
For generations, Irish people have looked beyond our shores in search of a better life. Whether it was for work, opportunity, adventure or simply a fresh start, millions left Ireland and built new lives around the world. Today, the global Irish diaspora is estimated to be between 70 and 80 million people claiming Irish heritage.But is history repeating itself?Every day on the show, listeners tell
#751 Niall & AJ (We Give Out About The Stories, So You Dont Have To
Niall Boylan and AJ Walshe talk about the stories of the week as well as just some ghood laughs. Ireland’s Disability Numbers Spark Heated DebateOne of the biggest talking points this week was the claim that close to one million people in Ireland now classify themselves as having a disability, potentially almost one in four of the population. The discussion exploded online after comments by the Ta
#750 1 In 4 Disabled In Ireland? The Numbers Just Don’t Add Up
On today’s show, Niall talks to callers about the latest Census figures which are expected to show that almost 1 million people in Ireland now identify as having a disability, a figure that works out at close to 1 in 4 people in the country.The numbers have sparked a huge debate online, with many people asking why Ireland’s disability figures appear significantly higher than countries such as the
#749 Ireland Vs Israel: Moral Stand Or Empty Virtue Signalling?
On today’s show, Niall talks to social commentator Karl Deeter, Stephen Delaney and callers about the growing controversy surrounding the Ireland vs Israel football match due to take place in the Aviva Stadium this October.Minister for Sport Patrick O’Donovan and Minister of State Charlie McConalogue have both confirmed they will not attend the match because of the ongoing war in Gaza, reigniting
#748 16 And Staying Overnight With A Boyfriend, Absolutely Not? with Elaine Mullally
A worried mother contacted Niall Boylan after a massive family argument erupted over their 16 year old daughter wanting to stay overnight at her boyfriend’s house for the first time. The mother says she is terrified at the idea and believes 16 is far too young for sleepovers with a boyfriend, especially overnight and out of her sight. Her biggest fear is that her daughter could end up pregnant at
#747 The Deposit Return Scheme Has Become A National Irritation, with Laura Perrins
Journalist Laura Perrins joins Niall Boylan to talk about, or more accurately give out about, Ireland’s controversial Deposit Return Scheme. What was supposed to be a simple environmental initiative has instead left many consumers frustrated, with complaints about long queues, broken machines, extra charges on shopping bills and people storing bags of sticky cans and bottles in their homes waiting
#746 Adult Crimes Should Mean Adult Punishment
Niall talks to callers about the growing outrage after two 15-year-old boys in the UK walked free from court despite being convicted of raping two girls, filming the attacks on their phones and later sharing some of the footage online. The judge ruled that a custodial sentence would be too harsh because of their age, a decision that has sparked fierce public debate about whether teenagers who comm
#745 The EU Is Now Controlling Irish Illegal Immigration
Niall talks to Paul Lawless about the Government’s plans to implement the new EU Migration and Asylum Pact, which comes into effect on June 12 and promises faster processing of asylum applications across the EU. Supporters believe the pact could finally bring more order and efficiency to Europe’s immigration system, while critics fear Ireland is surrendering control of its own borders and immigrat
#744 Would A Million Irish People Still Turn Out For The Pope Today?
Niall is joined by priest and commentator Father Gabriel Burke to discuss the possibility of Pope Leo XIV visiting Ireland after Taoiseach Micheál Martin officially invited the pontiff to come here. While no official visit has yet been confirmed, the mere suggestion has already sparked fierce debate online, with some people saying “he’s not welcome here,” while many practising Christians say they
#743 Low Turnouts, Angry Voters, Socialist Surge , Is Ireland Broken?
Journalist Ben Scallan joins Niall to break down the dramatic results of the weekend’s by-elections and what they could mean for the future of Irish politics. From the rise of socialist support in Dublin to signs of a Green Party comeback, the conversation explores whether voters are sending a warning to the Government or simply becoming more disconnected from politics altogether.Ben shares his ex
#740 Safe Injection Centre or State Sponsored Drug Den?
Niall takes your calls on the controversial decision by An Coimisiún Pleanála to grant permanent planning permission for Ireland’s first medically supervised drug injection facility at Merchant’s Quay in Dublin.The centre, which first opened in December 2024 under a temporary licence, allows drug users to inject substances obtained elsewhere using sterile equipment under medical supervision. Accor
#741 Was The Ireland Of The 80s And 90s The Last Normal Ireland?
Niall is joined by legendary broadcaster George Hook for a fiery and thought-provoking discussion about whether Ireland was actually a better place decades ago, or whether nostalgia is blinding people to the harsh realities of the past.The debate exploded online this week after a viral post claimed people romanticising Ireland of the 1950s were forgetting what life was really like. At the time, di
#738 Do We Need RTE? Or Are They Wasting Tax Payers Money?
On this episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall discusses the latest controversy surrounding RTÉ as fresh revelations emerge over pay discrepancies and allegations that some presenters were allegedly miscategorised as producers. With questions once again being raised about transparency, accountability and how licence fee money is being spent, many people are asking whether the national broadcas
#739 Would Salary Transparency Destroy Workplaces?
On this episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall is joined by broadcaster and commentator Nick Delahanty to discuss the growing controversy surrounding salaries at RTÉ and whether pay transparency should become the norm in Ireland.Following fresh controversy at RTÉ, a proposal has now been made that the names and salaries of all staff earning more than €100,000 should be publicly disclosed. The
#737 My Womb, My Choice… Even If He Says No?
A devastated listener contacted the show after her husband admitted he no longer wants children, despite the couple spending more than ten years together and always talking about starting a family someday.Now aged 35, she says she feels time is running out. After years of putting careers, finances and busy schedules first, she recently suggested it was finally time to stop using contraception and
#736 The King Is Coming, Will Ireland Cheer Or Protest?
Journalist Laura Perrins joins Niall to discuss the news that King Charles III has accepted an invitation for an official state visit to Ireland following a meeting at Buckingham Palace with Irish President Catherine Connolly.If the visit goes ahead, it will mark only the second official state visit by a British monarch to Ireland since independence, following the historic visit of Queen Elizabeth
