98FM's Dublin Talks

On this episode we debated whether or not laws need to be introduced to outlaw catcalling, wolf whistling and harrassment of women in public places.

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 an A.I. model that men are going mental over, the reason why Jeremy's wife hasn't spoken to him for 24 hours...and one of our listeners has a face like a well chewed toffee!! It's all very random...but will all make sense when you listen (or will it?)

On this latest episode, we heard from a mum who just found out that her 15 year old is sexually active. A religious older man came on air with a warning for prenant teenagers: "You've just ruined your life"!

A 9 year old from Baldoyle suffered severe burns yesterday on the beach and her mum has been accused of child neglect, by the neighbour who contacted us

On this episode concerned West Dublin residents voiced their anger and concern following an alleged assault of a teenager by a large gang at a sports ground in Adamstown, near Lucan. Gardai say no complaints have been made about the incident.

On this episode Evan contacted us to say how disgusted he was to see young kids at a drag show in Malaga at the weekend. He said it was very sexually suggestive and no place for children, who he believes are being "indoctrinated"!

On this episode we heard from Anupa, an Irish national (originally from India) who works in Waterford Hospital as a nurse. She described how her daughter was racially abused, both verbally and physically, by a gang of young teens and her shock that the Gardai didn't treat it seriously.

On this episode "K" got in touch with us out of frustration. He doesn't want his new born baby vaccinated, but his partner is ignoring his wishes and calling him mad! We were flooded with calls from anti-vaxxers with bizarre theories about why people shouldn't vaccinate their babies.

TRIGGER WARNING: UPSETTING/DISTRESSING CONTENTOn today's Opinions Matter we asked if assisted suicide should be legal in Ireland and should we have clinics for it... Like in Switzerland... but not only for people who are terminally ill, also for people who just want to end their lives and feel it is their time to go. We heard from a woman who told us that her husband asked her to end his life.... and about her reply stunned him!We then heard from a search and rescue volunteer who spoke to us about the devastation he has witnessed as a result of suicide.

TRIGGER WARNING: EXTREMELY UPSETTING AND DISTRESSING CONTENT. LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED. Today we did an interview that we will remember for the rest of our lives. On today's Opinions Matter Adrian and Katie spoke to a broken hearted woman named Megan, who discovered her mother had died after receiving a Whatsapp from the clinic. Megan's harrowing story left the hairs on the back of our necks standing and as she continued to tell us the full story, we were literally left speechless. This is an incredibly difficult listen, but it is one of those stories that will stay with you.

On this special weekend episode of the Opinions Matter podcast - Adrian and Katie talk the most random rubbish...as they get stuff off their chest...and piss themselves laughing repeatedly!!We talk about ghosts and our most infamous episode of this podcast...Katie & Adrian rolling around laughing at one of the rudest jobs ever...and the unbelievable reason why Katie turned down a particular job!!!

On this episode we heard from Jonathon, who's urging his best friend to come out to his wife and 2 children. He says his friend is living a miserable double life hiding the fact that he's secretly gay.

Today on Opinions Matter we heard from a woman who did something very sneaky and dishonest when the family dog bit her daughter... She told us she regrets nothing and would do it all again!When then heard from another caller who left listeners disgusted and heartbroken when he told us what he did to his own dog after it bit his child... One man was brought to tears live on air by this man's shocking confession!

On today's episode of Opinions Matter Katie told us about how shocked and upset she was over what she witnessed happening to a very young child in a shop in Drogheda.... When she told listeners what she witnessed, people were extremely divided! Katie branded what she saw as "abusive" and called out the mother involved... but not everyone agreed with Katie's view on the incident!!This caused huge rows on air!!!

Today on the show we discussed a photo that was sent to us of a pregnant woman outside a Dublin maternity hospitalListeners were furious over the picture and condemned the person who took the photo... but the woman who took the photo says the only person who should feel ashamed is the "disgusting" woman in the photoWhat are your thoughts on it??

Today on the show we heard from a mother who is distraught that her teenage son is now facing criminal charges for beating up his bully...We then heard from a man who was branded "the most horrible caller ever" because of his comments about the child who attacked the bullyHe brought listeners to tears over his comments... Some listeners were left shaking with the anger!!

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 us debate your favourite Canary Island, Adrian's contorversial favourite crisps...and divorce parties are becoming more popular!

On today's show we heard from a man who isnt happy that his wife has decided to embrace the "natural look" by going grey and giving up makeup...There was shock and anger then when we heard from a woman who said "its a woman's DUTY to look good for her partner" and that if her partner didn't look a certain way, she would be gone!!

Today on the show we spoke to a single mother of 5 young children who was branded "the most entitled caller ever" on the show...The mother of 5 told us what she wants the Government to pay for for her children, and a lot of people were not happy!!Listeners were very angry with Katie's comments on the situation and called her "heartless"

OUTRAGE on today's episode when a mum and primary school teacher tell listeners that they must ask for consent before hugging or kissing their children.. This really blew up!

On this episode we were contacted by a woman who was an eyewitness in Kilnamanagh moments before an Indian man was ferociously assaulted on Saturday. She saw him walking innocently past the playground before a gang of teens followed him and left him for dead.

On this episode we spoke exclusively to a woman who rescued an Indian man who'd been viciously assaulted by teenagers in Kilnamanagh on Saturday evening. Jennifer subsequently published a video on line (which has gone viral) condemning those who spread misinformation creating fear and hate towards immigrants.

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 Jeremy's shock over how long it takes to train a priest...how earwigs have made a massive comeback...and Jeremy and Katie discuss the pain of intimate waxing!

On this episode we spoke to the organiser of a rally for the homeless at the GPO this week, at which Gardaí were accused of being very heavy handed. People who were there said they were peaceful - and blamed Gardaí of escalating the situation. A number of arrests were made.

On this episode Sarah told us of the horrific racial taunting her young child was subjected to...by another child. One caller claimed kids are becoming more racist because of immigration etc.

During a conversation on parents who let their teenage girls dress provocatively, one mother came on air to tell us about an unsettling incident in her supermarket involving her underage daughter and an older man

With Conor McGregor in the news a lot lately (for all the wrong reasons!)...and tweeting non-stop about running for the Presidency...we asked would you vote for him (if he actually got on the ballot)?

On this episode Sandra contacted us to call out Islamaphobia in Ireland...and the scaremongering that Muslims are 'taking over Ireland'.

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 what happened to Jeremy after a seaweed bath...would you buy condoms for a group of teens if they asked...and should working Dads get a pass on doing baby's night feeds??

On this episode we debated a new survey which showed that a third of Irish people have ZERO sympathy for drug addicts and believe they only have themselves to blame. One heart broken caller spoke about how her drug addict brother is on life support right now.

On this episode we heard from Steve who's in a relationship with a woman who lives with Bipolar Disorder. He considering breaking up with her cos he can't cope with her mood swings...but he's been called a selfish pig!!!

On this episode Charlotte contacted ut to ask for advice after she received two 'dick pics' from a guy she went on one date with. She says she feels violated and wants to make a formal complaint about him.

On this episode Adrian & Jeremy almost came to blows as they argued over the hypocrisy of non-believing parents christening their children into a church they have no belief in. (Paracetemol required for this episode!!!!)

On this episode we heard from residents in Saggart, Co. Dublin who yet again held a protest which brought rush hour traffic to a standstill on the N7. They're protesting over the Governemt spending €148 million to buy CityWest to be used as an IPAS Centre.

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 the story of Jeremy visiting a brothel, live on air...Adrian shames Jeremy for something he refuses to do with his daughter...and "Get Your Shit Together" has become the catchphrase of Opinions Matter podcast!

On this episode we heard the shocking story about our Jeremy being approached by a woman at a local playground. She made some ridiculous accusation about him which he's now very angry over.

On this episode we heard how a South Dublin store security guard has been threatened with legal action after he threw two teens out of the Supermarket. He's been accused of assault for 'manhandling' the kids.

On this episode we spoke exclusively to a woman who stood up to an abusive Dublin Bus passanger, after he verbally and racially attacked an Asian tourist for wearing a facemask!

On this episode Jeremy asked your opinion on whether or not he should report building site workers he witnessed smoking joints on their lunch break. Is it possible to operate heavy machiney safely after smoking a joint?

On this episode we heard the horrific story of what's happening to 'Jenny' and her kids from North Dublin. They have been terrorised constantly for the past year by violent, intimidating, horrible neighbours. As you'll hear she's at the end of her tether and looking for help.

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 how the lads discovered they've something they both dislike in the sun or on holidays...the real reason Jeremy switched off his caller I.D. this week...and much more besides! It's totally unscripted and unedited!!!

On this episode we heard of an Irish family on holidays in the south of Spain, who got so drunk in front of their young kids, they started a fight with English tourists. Two were arrested and the kids holiday was ruined.

On this episode we heard about a South Dublin Council tenant who evicted by court order after racking up €20,000 in rent arrears. With Dublin City Council alone owed over €36 million in arrears, we asked if councils chould get tougher when tenants don't pay?