98FM's Dublin Talks

EXCLUSIVE : A security guard, working in a Dublin convenience store, just lost his job for turning a blind eye to a customer shoplifting.. When listeners heard who was stealing the food.... opinions changed quickly

A debate about the rights/wrongs of putting a child with ADHD on medication was interrupted when a caller, Michael, came on the show with some pretty controversial (and moronic) opinions about ADHD

"I rented my property out to HAP tenants and they caused over €12k worth of damage"... On this episode of the Podcast - we hear from two landlords... one who was stung by 3 different HAP tenants and says they cannot be trusted with private property.. This episode is a real eye opener

On this special weekend episode of the Opinions Matter podcast - Adrian & Jeremy talk the most random rubbish...as they get stuff off their chest!You'll hear them debate Jeremy's new found fetish for manicured nails, the manky car with rotten food under the seats...and that time you were grounded as a kid, what did you do?

On Opinions Matter today we heard from a man whe says he doesnt know what to do after he went home with a random woman while he was away for his stag do...When he told us what really happened in the womans house, people were conflicted... with some saying he should tell his fiancee and others saying it was no big deal and he should keep quiet!

On this episode we heard from Tracey, who's very worried that her best friend got engaged to her Ugandan boyfriend after only 4 months. She believes she's being conned by him...the friend is very angry!!!

On this episode we debated a call by the Labour Party to decriminalise the possession of drugs for personal use. Some believe it'll lead to more drug use, while others believe dragging people to court for possession is a waste of Garda and Court time and resources.

We love a good story on Opinions Matter, the kind that gets people talking, debating, and wondering what really went on.There's a brand new GoLoud Original podcast we think you'll be hooked on. It's called Lines of Enquiry, and it's hosted by former Garda forensic detective John Sweetman.Now this isn't your usual true crime podcast with theories and guesses, John actually worked on some of Ireland's biggest investigations. He's been at murder scenes, gathered the evidence, and seen how the truth comes out.It's proper Irish true crime, told by someone who's been there and done it.The first episode is out now, have a listen on the GoLoud app or wherever you get your podcasts. You'll love this one.https://open.spotify.com/episode/3EzGXohKAgAo9iu9ADiHgU?si=PFOm2sZmSsWXRT8tqbF7gw

On this episode we debated a newspaper article where the journalist claimed that all riots that have happened in Ireland are fuelled by RACISM and not concern for women and children.

On this episode we covered the arson attack on an IPAS centre in Drogheda...from which women and children had to be rescued. It wasn't long beofre callers tried to justify what happened...and Adrian was having none of it.

On this special weekend episode of the Opinions Matter podcast - Adrian, Jeremy & Katie talk the most random rubbish...as they get stuff off their chest!You'll hear them debate the impossible to get Christmas present that Jeremy's daughter wants...how Liam Neeson can't do any accents at all (allegedly) and Katie having a meltdown doing what most of us do without fear.

On this episode Adrian & Katie almost came to blows over the changing attitude of the Irish public towards Ukrainian refugees. The debate was sparked by Padraig, who argued that any Ukrainian who feels it safe to holiday in the country should go home and stay home.

On today's episode of Opinions Matter we spoke to a woman who left listeners stunned with her cruel comments about a guy she went on a first date with recently...Shauna was branded a "cheeky b*tch" and an "entitled wagon"...Our katie literally couldn't contain herself at what she was hearing!!

On this episode Eva was horrified that her ex husband taught their son to hit back violently when he's being bullied. She believes violence is never the answer. Our Adrian, who was bullied as a kid, lost the plot over comments from one listener, who called him “a wimp of a child”!!

On today's episode of Opinions Matter Adrian and Katie heard from a Dublin woman who was asking if she should run for the hills after a discovery she made on her boyfriend's phone last night...Avril says she always knew her boyfriend was still friends with ex... but how close they are is now making her feel uncomfortable !! She was asking if this should be considered a massive red flag and if she should walk away!This caused a row on air between Adrian and Katie, who were polar opposites on this!!But who do you agree with??Let us know

On this special weekend episode of the Opinions Matter podcast - Adrian & Jeremy talk the most random rubbish...as they get stuff off their chest!You'll hear them debate why there are no Italian chippers in Italy, Jeremy's theory about what happens to your poo when you flush it down the loo...and do you know the significance of an upside down pineapple?

"I saw a 10 year old throwing bricks are Gardai in City West... There should be a curfew on all teenagers... The Parents Don't Care".. This was a heated debate!

On this episode we heard from several Saggart / CityWest residents who say that their peaceful protest has been hijacked by teenage "recreational rioters".

On this episode we debated the riots outside CityWest Hotel...local residents spoke of their anger and fear of having the country's largest iPas centre in their area. Some blamed Gardaí for escalating the situation...others blamed thugs who arrived intent on causing trouble. You will not hear coverage like this on any other Irish media outlet or podcast.

On this episode we heard from Sarah-Louise who's a mother of one 10 year old child...and that's the issue! She's sick and tired of people commenting on her having only one child "your child's lonely", "your child's spoiled"..."you're selfish for not giving your kid a sibling" etc.

On this episode Amy hit out at transphobic parents who would reject their child if they chose to transition. How would you cope if your child said they were trapped in the wrong body?

On this special weekend episode of the Opinions Matter podcast - Adrian, Jeremy and Katie talk the most random rubbish...as they get stuff off their chest!You'll hear them debate how best to dispose of a dead goldfish...what ever happened to UV lights under boy racer cars...and Katie showed off her pussy live air!!!

Just playing it safe or overely paranoid? On this episode we hear from Melissa (who annoyed a lot of men) after saying that men should NEVER walk behind a woman on the street - it makes them feel unsafe... Then she admitted that she called the Gardai on an innocent man!

On this episode we heard about rumours circulating online that a Paedophile has moved into a particular housing estate in Dublin 24, leading to parents being very concerned. Should people be entitled to know (on a map like they do in the U.S.) exactly where a convicted paedophiles/sex offenders are living?

On this episode we debate a suggestion by a High Court judge that Enoch Burke could be forced to pay for a security guard who has been hired to keep him away from the grounds of his former employer. A heated debate ensued with many callers supporting Burke and his stance on transgenderism.

On this episode we spoke about the sentencing of Evan Moore, who was locked up for 3 years for setting fire to a Luas during the Dublin riots. We heard from several people who were involved in the riots who believe the sentences being handed down are too severe.

On this episode we heard from Sally who's 18 year old daughter got lip fillers and botox in a Dublin clinic at the weekend. She believes there should be a age limit of 25-30 before you can get facial fillers done.

Warning - This episode contains material that may be triggering. This is one of the most harrowing interviews we've ever done on the podcast. A brave listener, Siobhan, contacted us to talk about how her sex attacker is still walking the streets and even approached her on a night out to intimidate her even more

On the show today we heard an absolutely shocking story from a man who witnessed children (yes children!!!!) in Coolock yestetday attacking a delivery man on a bike by throwing rocket fireworks right at him... and not from far away!!! The cyclist was literally brought to the ground screaming in terror as he covered his ears.This is absolutely harrowing!!!

"Im going to get your podcast taken off the air".... On this episode, a troll warns his that he's going to get us cancelled because we spoke to a mother who still showers with her son... He's 6.... Wait until you hear what the troll had to say about this

On this episode Reyna, a Filipino nurse working in one of Dublin's biggest hospitals, says Ireland has become a horrible place to live. She has been subject to "Go Back To Your Own Country" taunts on her way home from work, after a 12 hour shift in our health service.

On this episode Jodie hit out at a Vape Shop on Dublin's Southside that refused to serve her a weeks supply of vape liquid...because she's PREGNANT. She said she gave up smoking cigarettes when she fell pregnant and took up vapes...now she being judged for that decision.

On this special weekend episode of the Opinions Matter podcast - Adrian and Jeremy talk the most random rubbish...as they get stuff off their chest!You'll hear them debate how often you should change your bedsheets...the five rule Jeremy had when living with his Mam...and is a 'sad face' emoji a suitable way of consoling a friend on a recent bereavement?

This is one of the most shocking callers we've ever spoken to. Today, Audrey revealed on air that her brother had an affair on his wife recently.. When we asked who was to blame for the affair, our jaws dropped.

On this episode we spoke about the release from prison of notorious criminal Barbie Kardashian. The transgender woman has been freed despite showing no remorse and repeating threats to kill his Mother and the Governor of Limerick prison.

On this episode we debated the harrassment former Taoiseach Leo Varadkar was subjected to as he walked along Parnell St. in Dublin. The ex-politician was called a "traitor" and "vaccine pusher" in a very intimidating encounter.

On this episode, Jason (an Opinions Matter listener who lives in Australia) asked us to debate Government plans to offer asylum seekers €2,500 (€10,000 for families) to drop their claim for international protection. A very lively debate ensued....

On this episode we Gearoid who claims women are having multiple kids with multiple Fathers just to get benefits and a bigger house. His opinions didn't go down too well as you'll hear.

On this special weekend episode of the Opinions Matter podcast - Adrian and Jeremy talk the most random rubbish...as they get stuff off their chest!You'll hear us debate whether Bray Beach is actually a beach...how hugging is to be banned in the workplace...and the city where Jeremy ALLEGEDLY went to University (even though he doesn't know where it is!!!)

Trigger Warning - Some of you may find the graphic nature of this discussion, difficult to listen to. We spoke to Debbie who suffered 90% burns from a house fire and has a stark warning for children leading up to Halloween

On this episode we heard from Stacey, who's angry with her EX, the Father of her 8 year old, because he constantly buys his son lavish gifts. She believes he's buying his sons love and making her look like she's poor.

On this episode we debated Donald Trump's false claim that Tylenol (also known as Paracetemol) is linked to autism if taken by pregnant women. Callers with autism and parents of autistic kids were very angry over this.

In this episode of Opinions Matter, Adrian and Jeremy dive into a hot-button topic: Should people who work get priority on the social housing waiting list?