Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

Paul Byrne talks to Cathal who is opening Catch of the Day in the Lennox building in Bandon Road today, chats to Brendan Canty about his new Cork movie "Christy" hears why sport is so important to LGBT people. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Atkins hits the Retail Excellence Ireland Shortlist, Paul takes the chance to learn more about the 5 generation business from Mark Wolfe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to KC who now runs a practice after her son liked the change from the therapy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to the man who made Hozier's "Take Me To Church" video and now has an award winning film set in Cork coming out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul hears how saving for the future is popular but you must put it in the right place from Brian Forde of rockwellfinancial.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to Luke Tanner from Happy Place Saunas about why rules that stop him opening early and insist on packup each day are unfair and to Catherine Duggan who says the saunas are vital resource Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mary White explains that Sports is special to the LGBT+ community because recognition is based on how you perform not on your sexuality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob Horgan from Velo Coffee Roasters chat to Paul about the great teamwork behind their win. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul hears from Ronan, Mamie and Leonard who live in Monkstown that the Greenway Network is welcome but it should not be at the expense of road safety and local facilities because that makes no sense. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne cods around with Cathal O'Donovan who is preparing for the grand opening at 3 this afternoon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne chats about how modular homes might help solve our housing crisis, talks to Sen Nicole Ryan about the deeply personal reason she is trying to protect kids in their family homes, finds out what jobs are family friendly. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sandra Burns from Joe's Farm Crisps tells Paul how a working Cork farm turned five acres of sunflowers into one of the season's most joyful days out that also helps people with Alzheimer's Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every year Joe runs a collection of school essentials for families who need a bit of help with the cost of back to school. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul joins solicitor William Harvey to break down your essential consumer rights during product recalls, from contaminated food to faulty cars Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What better way to celebrate Cork Pride than take in a few short films? Paul chats to Benjamin about tonight's Pav event. See also Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicole talks to Paul about what she saw growing up and why it made her bring an amendment aimed at protecting kids particularly from family violence and coercion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul hears from Jen Hogan of the Irish Times who has been asking on her Instagram which jobs really suit raising a family and has been getting some interesting replies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave from Castlemartyr Cabs tells Paul about the state of the N25 near him and the dangers and costs to motorists as a result. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ursula and Donald came to a deal but were they thinking about our jobs in Cork or was their focus in their own backyard? Paul talks to Conor Healy of Cork Chamber Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mary tells Paul the reality of a family day out ending in catastrophe and how it changed life for her and her family. Watch "Impact The Anatomy Of A Crash" on RTE Player here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to JP from Big Man Tiny Homes who says he would like to see more modular homes but the government needs to think hard about infrastructure too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne hears people videoed another tragedy in Cork, finds out what help is there for women with hairloss, gets the story behind a beautiful beach wedding. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul hears that from a surprise proposal to a 300-guest beach wedding in Ardmore Ed & Janie's story is a celebration of love sealed by celebrant Demelza Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From managing a Primark at 22 to crafting wellness oils in Kinsale, entrepreneur Tracy McCarthy shares how resilience, self-trust, and small acts of care can rewrite what's possible. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe Guthrie tells Paul why women's hair thins, what really helps, and how to move forward—without the shame, silence, or snake-oil solutions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Neuroscientist and former Fair City actor Dr. Sabina Brennan tells Paul how caring for her mother with dementia taught her to embrace love, laughter, and the power of living in the moment—even in the face of loss. Still Me by Sabina Brennan (Bloomsbury) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When routine screening revealed a silent battle, Cork influencer Helena Brosnan turned her shock diagnosis into a life-saving mission she tells Paul Byrne Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Despite Mitchelstown coming out as "least desirable place to live" in a survey by MyBaggage, we don't believe it! And neither does Ciara O'Brien who quit a high powered city job to start Barnahown B&B. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to Tony Johnstone of the Irish Road Victims Association about their campaign to stop recording of accidents and their initiative to help make for a safe future. See here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul hears from Victor Shine of the Coast Guard who attended a tragic river incident Friday and was disgusted to see people recording what was going on. If you want to sign the petition for Lukes Law see here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne hears parents taking action on smartphones to help their kids mental health, talks to the people protesting the Kinsale Greenway CPOs, chats with Mia Poland from Corks 96FM Pride Vibes about the great events coming up in Cork during Cork Pride. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After returning from their baby's christening to an apartment crawling with maggots, Shauna and her family are left desperate—why is no one helping them she asks Paul Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul hears how a Dublin 9-to-5er traded her heels for wellies, built a family on farmland, and found joy in the chaos of cows, YouTube, and a 24/7 love story Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul discovers the free guide to turning quiet paths and coastal walks into unforgettable summer days out from Ryan Howard of SECAD who produced it. See also Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne looks forward to Pride with Mia Poland, host of Pride Vibes on Corks 96FM Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul speaks to Seamus O'Connor, principle of Scoil Bhride Midleton on the need for a class specialised for children with Autism Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Siobhan Edwards—Queensland Rose, Deloitte strategist, and proud Cork descendant—on coming from a Rose family and loving Cork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Valentina Gambardella talks to Paul about moving to Cork from Sicily to make clothes for the beloved Opera House Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul speaks to Megan on the possible affects the proposed Cork-Kinsale Greenway could have on her and her husband and to Noreen Ring who is helping Greenway residents organize any objections Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul speaks to Linda from Smartphone Free Childhood Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul speaks to Andrew, a parent concerned about the affects of tech on his kids Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne asks tough questions about the new taskforce for Cork, finds out about the Listeria outbreak which has already claimed one life, finds out why Fiona took off in a camper van through Europe. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul chats to Natasha mum to Spencer the Westie who is our entrant to the Doggy Nose Of Tralee Check out his Instagram here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul hears the latest from the Marvel Universe and the upcoming Liam Neeson & Pamela Anderson reboot of Naked Gun from Crossy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to Fiona who talks about her new adventure through Spain, Portugal and into France. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul gets packing tips from Kirsty Blake-Knox of the Irish Independent, who is GOAT at packing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Saskja talks the Cork bellydance scene to Paul Byrne, who ends up a convert. For more bellydance lore see here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mari Mate-Victor tells Paul she is walking a full marathon from Carrigtwohill to Cork and back, wearing a 10kg weighted vest in memory of her late Godchild See also here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feel it's time to get on top of getting things done? Una Buckley of blossom4life has some great tips for Paul Byrne to get the ball rolling Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As many ready meals are withdrawn due to Listeria Dr John Sheehan explains to Paul Byrne who is at risk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to Joey Sheehan of mymortgages.ie about a new way people are getting on the housing ladder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.