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The Hard Shoulder

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The Hard Shoulder Podcast with Ciara Kelly and Shane Colman is your essential drivetime companion, bringing fresh perspective and energy to your drive home. It features conversation that counts from Ireland's national independent talk station for news, sport, analysis and entertainment. Listen to Newstalk at newstalk.com/listenlive or download the GoLoud app.

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Movies and TV: Disclosure Day, Alice & Steve, Every Year After Jun 11, 2026 00:14:46 Sarina Bellissimo, Broadcaster and Presenter of the Bellissimo Files Podcast and Chris Wasser, Arts Journalist and Sunday Independent Film Critic joined Ciara and Shane on The Hard Shoulder to review the latest TV and movie releases…
Why you shouldn’t always trust your SAT-NAV Jun 11, 2026 00:06:45 It's great that you can drive anywhere with the help of Google Maps and SAT-NAVs, but how much should you trust them? Road safety charities have been warning drivers to be cautious of SAT-NAV reroutes that take drivers on rural roads…Joining Ciara to discuss is Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor with the Sunday Independent.
Are people more productive working from home? Jun 11, 2026 00:04:55 Fórsa, the country's largest public sector trade union, will present research on the benefits of remote working to the National Economic and Social Council (NESC).Reduced commuting time, greater productivity and lower work-related expenses were among the main benefits.But, are people really more productive working remotely?Joining Shane to discuss is Peter Cosgrove, Managing Director of Futurewise
Sport with John Duggan: The World Cup Begins Jun 11, 2026 00:10:26 Off The Ball’s John Duggan joined Ciara and Shane on The Hard Shoulder to review the week in sport and look ahead to the week’s action…
United States to hit Iran “very hard” - Middle East updates Jun 11, 2026 00:05:59 The United ‌States will hit Iran “very hard tonight” and will soon take control of the Middle Eastern country’s oil ⁠and gas infrastructure and ‌markets, US ‌president Donald Trump said today on Truth Social…Joining Ciara to discuss this further is Adam Parsons, Sky News Middle East Correspondent.
What are the security risks for the first World Cup match? Jun 11, 2026 00:06:14 Tonight will mark the start of the 2026 World Cup, as Mexico takes on South Africa in Mexico City. But what precautions are the authorities taking to ensure it goes off without a hitch?Joining Shane from Mexico to give the lay of the land is Security Analyst Stephen Woodman.
How to do Stuff: Eating Pizza Jun 11, 2026 00:09:22 Life can be full of confusing things, but no need to worry! Every Wednesday, Simon Tierney will be showing you ‘How to do Stuff’ - bringing his best tips for those things you might not think about.This week, Simon joins Ciara and Shane to discuss how to properly eat pizza!
Do we really need three meals a day? Jun 11, 2026 00:05:38 We all know how important a balanced diet is for your health, but do we all really need three square meals a day?Sarah Keogh is a Registered Dietician, and joins Shane to discuss.
GIY Ireland call for national food education rollout Jun 10, 2026 00:07:25 Grow it Yourself Ireland is calling on the Government to implement a national rollout on food education for children in schools, citing ultra-processed foods and declining food literacy.Joining Shane to discuss this is Mick Kelly, Founder of GIY Ireland.
Parnell Square attack trial begins today - what you need to know Jun 10, 2026 00:08:39 The trial of 52-year-old Riad Bouchaker, of no fixed address, opened before the Central Criminal Court in Dublin today, following an attack that occurred in Parnell Square in November of 2023.Joining Ciara to give the latest updates is Newstalk Courts Correspondent and host of the ‘All Rise’ podcast, Frank Greaney.
Tech Takeover: HSE health app update Jun 10, 2026 00:11:16 For this week’s Tech Takeover, Jess Kelly, Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent joins Ciara to discuss the new update for the HSE health app, and what it means for you.
Sport with John Duggan: World Cup Favourites Jun 10, 2026 00:09:13 Off The Ball’s John Duggan joined Ciara and Shane on The Hard Shoulder to review the week in sport and look ahead to the week’s action…

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