Liveline
Kieran Cuddihy takes your calls and gets to the heart of the discussions that matter to the people of Ireland.
Episodes
"I seen our shop burning on the news"
Kieran hears from those affected by the rioting in Belfast last night; Sultan's business was destroyed by fire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"As long as I get away with it I will do what I have to do"
Cian tells Kieran how he deals with private clampingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"As his daughter, I'm just so proud of everything he's achieved"
Mikey's daughter speaks out in support of her dad following online criticism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
France v Ireland v Israel
Will Ireland qualify for the World Cup tonight? And what will happen with the home game against Israel?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"No-one should ever have to choose between their healing and getting justice"
Rianna speaks to Kieran about her experience at the hands of her former partner who tried to control, dominate and punish her and has since been jailed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Katie Taylor is gonna have her day in Croke Park, this was our one"
Jacqui Hurley's son is disappointed that Katie Taylor and photographers walked onto the pitch to be introduced to the crowd during his team's half-time match at Croke Park over the weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"He ran off with my husband's hearing aid"
Callers give Kieran their thoughts on domestic cats being predators of small animals and birdsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"She actually burst out crying in the exam hall"
Kieran hears from parents whose children were upset about a very difficult maths paper in the Leaving Cert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"They were like three athletes up there hitting every point"
Jedward's Edward really enjoyed Boyzone's final performances in London and feels that any criticism is unfairSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rotunda consultants row rages on
Listeners get in touch to give their reaction to the ongoing RotundaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Katie Comes to Croke Park
Listeners react to the news that Katie Taylor is coming to croke parkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"It reduces a deeply personal healthcare decision to a caricature"
Jessica is astonished at an article she read about private maternity care referencing "posh push". Other callers call in about the importance of having the option to use private maternity care.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"There are three adult eating disorder beds in Ireland"
Callers share their concerns about the lack of adequate eating disorder services in Ireland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Katie Taylor to Fight at Croke Park
News emerges that an announcement regarding Katie Taylor fighting at Croke Park will be made this Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"People will describe other weapons...bicycle spokes, umbrella spokes..."
Dr. Shane Broderick from the Mater Hospital in Dublin talks about the increase in stabbing injuries being treated in the emergency department.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"When Daddy lost his life, 90% of me went with him."
Michelle Ryan remembers her father, Bobby Ryan, 15 years after his murder.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
CMAT and Body Shaming
CMAT has said her success is being "tarnished" by ongoing body shaming as she prepares for a sold-out Dublin show this weekend. Callers talk to Kieran about their own experiences with body shaming online and in person.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"I burst into tears because I couldn't boil the ham" Uisce Éireann Problems
Callers from around the country talk to Kieran about their difficulty in getting water issues resolved by Uisce Éireann.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Irish Doctor Separated From His Wife Over Visa issues
Kieran talks to a doctor who has been separated from his wife for their entire marriage due to visa issues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Why would somebody do this?"
Parents in Carlow tell Kieran about the threats sent to primary schools across the county.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Most people in the village have had no water for three days"
Kieran hears from Eileen in Ballivor, who had to collect her children after their school ran out of water.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Open water lifeguarding differs from pool lifeguarding"
Lifeguards talk about the importance of patrolled beaches and lakes in April and MaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"It is currently unsustainable"
Some listeners feel we need to be more serious about climate change during this hot May weather.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Time is not on our side"
Aoife and Craig share their personal experience of Friedreich ataxia and the fight for a breakthrough drug to be made available in IrelandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"What happens if that is blocking my view?"
Listeners debated the merits of relaxing housing planning laws in rural areas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
E-Scooters being sold online
Listeners get in touch about the the dangers of E scooters and how they are being sold onlineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bat Equipment stolen
We hear from a listener who had their Bat equipment stolen from their CarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Benches on Grand Canal
A listener gets in touch about the lack of benches on Grand CanalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Squatters in Spanish Villa
Kieran talks to a listener who has been dealing with an ongoing issue of squatters in his holiday home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"I'm absolutely appalled but not surprised"
Listeners react to the news of the €50m write-off of an Iarnród Éireann IT project.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"I pulled up the blanket then, just to check, and seen I had no leg"
Aga Narloch and her teenage son Shaun speak to Kieran from the Mater Hospital after Shaun was injured in a road collision.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"What do we do with RTÉ?"
Listeners speak to Kieran about RTÉ's latest appearance in front of the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"It's such a lovely vibe when you go in"
A listener gets in touch with Liveline to express her disbelief that the Chester Beatty cafe will have to close for 6 monthsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"It's really sad to see someone you knew growing up, in that situation"
Reaction to the death of Yves Sakila on Henry St in Dublin last Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"My main concern now is how they are treating Joshua and all of the captives..."
Linda talks to Kieran about her son, Joshua, who was on a flotilla intercepted by Israeli forces.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"I spend an extra €77 on magnesium a month"
Hilary tells Kieran how Crohn's disease impacts her life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"We're on this mission because the Government stayed silent"
Kieran spoke to listeners as well as Helena Kearns, an Irish citzen who is onboard one of the boats of the Global Summit Flotilla heading towards Gaza with aid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"I couldn't go anywhere, I couldn't socialise; I was going to the bathroom probably 20 times a day"
Kieran spoke to listeners as well as Amy Dennis, living with Crohn's disease and her call for better public toilet facilities and better awareness around the condition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"This is a place people come to explore their own journey" The George turns 40!
Liveline does a special broadcast from the George as it celebrates its 40th birthdaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"I counted 15 cars, 10 of those cars had drivers looking down at their phone"
Callers spoke to Kieran about the dangers of drink-driving and distracted drivingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"To see him on the ground, getting kicked and punched...I'm so grateful I'm not planning his funeral"
Marie tells Kieran about the horror of seeing a video of her son getting kicked in the headSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"We are a great nation here...we've opened our shores to people all over the world"
Michael tells Kieran he is disappointed to hear Bertie Ahern's comments about immigrationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"[Ireland] weren't missed...the show must go on"
Tommy watched the Eurovision last night and says Ireland weren't missedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"I'm actually doing this interview from the back of an ambulance"
Maeve joins the picket line as a member of the public in support of the ambulance strike, while Matt feels the strike could have serious repercussions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"I was convinced that Marty Whelan would be over there"
Mark feels that RTÉ not broadcasting the Eurovision this week is depriving the nation of a major cultural event.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"It hasn't really fazed me much because it's nothing I haven't heard before"
Suad Mooge tells Kieran about her pride in being chosen as the Dublin Rose and how she deals with online racist commentsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
GAA plus costs
Callers get in touch about the GAA plus streaming costsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
HSE spending
A caller gets in touch about the HSE spendingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
David Attenborough
Callers get in touch to share their stories about David AttenbroughSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Social Media Ban
Callers discuss the government's plan to introduce a ban on under 16's accessing social media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Michael Jackson is an American myth"
Listeners talk to Kieran about the legacy of Michael Jackson in light of his latest biopicSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"He said 'Guys, please stop'...that's when they started to attack him"
Cristita's son was attacked on the DART last weekend and ended up in hospital. Cristita is eager to find witnesses to the attack.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Kids were stacking them like toys"
Brian tells Kieran about finding rat traps in the children's playground on their estate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Short Term Lets
Keiran talks to people working in the tourism sector about how they are being impacted by new legislation on short term letsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
CPR on Babies and Children
Keiran talks to Sarah who recently had to preform live saving CPR on her babySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Proposed Dublin Giant
A Giant tourist attraction has been proposed for the empty lot in Grand Canal Dock, Kieran talks to Florence who works for the company pushing for the big featureSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Energy Bills Rising
On the back of a major energy provider announcing a plan to increase prices Kieran speaks to Anne about how the cost of living is impacting herSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"I was 11 [when I first held a gun]"
Callers talk to Kieran about criminality and anti-social behaviour in IrelandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"...and then she was given the news that she was to lose her limbs"
Kieran talks to people about the dangers of sepsisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"That wouldn't get the elderly up out of bed"
Carers talk to Kieran about fuel subsidies for carers who need to travel as part of their jobSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"I was hoping to find someone from that family"
Kathy contacted Liveline in 2024 hoping to reunite love letters found in a book to the writers' familySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"When the war is still [going on] it's very hard to move back to Ukraine now"
Ukrainians in Ireland talk to Kieran about the planned withdrawal of tourist and commercial accommodation currently housing up to 16,000 people from UkraineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"I tried five or six local independent electrical contracters and nobody seemed interested..."
Pearse gets in touch with Liveline to point out a difficulty he has encountered after buying an electric vehicle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The building is really engrained in the culture of Dublin"
Marta and other callers feel that the redesign of Stephen's Green Shopping Centre would be a loss to the city of DublinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Americans in Ireland
Listeners get in touch with the show to explain why they've made the move from the United States to Ireland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'It's so unique it can't be sold on' - Violinist on theft of invaluable instrument
Matthew Wylie explains how his violin was stolen from his car this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gardaí search therapist's home for counselling notes
Helen Vaughan from The Coast Counselling & Psychotherapy, Malahide, reacts to the news that Gardaí have seized counselling notes from a therapist's home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Liveline at Houban House: Voices from Emergency Accommodation
Kieran Cuddihy takes Liveline out of the studio and into Houban House Family Hub in Dublin, where 62 families are currently living in emergency accommodation. From inside the hub, he hears directly from residents about what day-to-day life is really like, including the pressures, the uncertainty and the effort to keep things steady for their children.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa
"My youngest daughter thinks I own most hotels in Dublin"
Live from Ireland’s largest homeless hub Houben House, Kieran speaks to resident Megan and the challenges she and her young family face.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"When a family walks in the front door here, everyone is treated the same and with respect"
Live from Houben House, Kieran speaks to Anthony and Julie who are staff in the homeless hub.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"You do have hope, but the more you're here the more it gets taken away from you"
Live from Houben House, Kieran speaks to residents Rose and Irena about the challenges they meet navigating life in a homeless hub.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"I have to get 11 different buses to get all of the kids up and down to school everyday"
Live from Ireland’s largest homeless hub Houben House, Kieran speaks to Kirstie and Lavinia who are residents trying to secure more permanent accomodation for them and their families.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"You just feel stuck, you're not moving forward in life but getting older"
Live from Ireland’s largest homeless hub Houben House, Kieran speaks to resident Ger about the impact their current living situation is having on him and his family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"..they are let out of class early to avoid the afternoon prayers"
Kieran hears from a listener who would like guidelines for allowing children to opt out of religious instruction in schoolsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Adults should be allowed to choose for themselves"
Listeners speak to Kieran about the UK's decision to implement a lifetime smoking ban for those born after 2008See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"There it is, that's fantastic... [my] heart skips a beat, Kieran, it's incredible"
Callers share their dismay at not hearing the usual Sunday Miscellany signature tune last weekendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"I think it's outrageous industry propaganda..."
Listeners are concerned about a book sent to primary schools that promotes Sitka Spruce plantations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"My uncle William is entered as 'Wilhelma' and my grandmother is down as 'Eddie' "
Kieran talks to people across Ireland who have encountered anomalies in their family census of 1926See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Greenway CPO
We hear from listeners who have been impacted by CPOSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1926 Census to become available
The 1926 census is to be made available for the first timeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
