Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

PJ talks to the Briar Rose chef who sent a bus full of toys to the North Pole for kids in Edel House, chats to traders in North Main St and the English Market, hears from the man who will guide Santa through Cork airspace. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears Santa talk to the boys and girls about Christmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats with Martin O'Keefe who reveals the coordination, clearances, and festive protocols to guide Santa safely over Cork. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats with Space expert Leo Enright who explores the science and story behind the Star of Bethlehem on Christmas Eve. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pj Chats with Taoiseach Michael Martin about family meals, 10k walks, and switching off on Christmas and St Stephen's Day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats with Tom Durcan of Durcan's Meats, who talks classic Cork spiced beef, holiday queues, and what makes Christmas at the market special. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats with Jonathan O'Connor on serving Cork's best breakfasts and keeping spirits high in the busy season Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats with Tim Mulcahy who shares the sights, sounds, and flavours of Christmas Eve at The Chicken Inn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ Chats with Apollo Pierce who talks Dungeons & Dragons, voice acting, and the perfect games for holiday gatherings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats with Bishop Paul Colton who shares memories from his tenure and the hopes he has for the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats with Kym who shares the reality of coping without running water at home and caring for a sick child in the run-up to Christmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats with Bryan Clarke who shares how the Briar Rose team raised over €3,000 and gathered hundreds of gifts to brighten Cork families' Christmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne talking to Corkonians returning at Cork Airport, Developer Michael O'Flynn on what would end the housing crisis, James Keegan on going from The Cotton Ball to a big tour of the USA. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears ideas from Michael O'Flynn as housing targets look further away than ever Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne and Barry Holland, Communications Manager Cork Airport about the Christmas reunions and homecomings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Crossy from The Buzz has been talking Saipan to Eanna Hardwicke and Steve Coogan and tells PJ more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Cork singer talks to PJ about touring 40 U.S. states and why he'll always be a Mayfield man at heart. See also here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chef Jack O'Keefe with a bit of help from his nephew Harry helps Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne get the perfect main course on the 25th Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At Xmas time the Gardaí hand out hampers to those who need a helping hand. PJ chats to Mallow's Garda Olga Smyth who started the program Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sally Kirby of Free Spirit Vintage who picked up 5 of Cilla Black's items at auction recently and she tells the story to PJ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne talks to Chef Paul Ryan of Cork International Airport to get some tips on starters for Christmas dinner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne who chats with Shane Casey of Young Offenders fame Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rotary Tree on Patrick St over Xmas has become one our most beloved holiday attractions and Katie O'Keefe from the Corks 96FM Newsroom brings us up to date. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul gets the vibe of people returning home for Xmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ and Cork Beo Editor Joe O'Shea chat about possible names for the bridges on Wandesford Quay and Proby's Quay. See also here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears the latest on the Du Plantier cold case investigation, talks to "French Val" about her life waiting for a kidney transplant, chats with Rory about travel deals. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pj Chats with Sally Crowley about how a cheeky family diss turned her into Cork's granny rapper—and launched a rap journey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ Chats with Rory King, owner of Rory's Travels, who offers smarter itineraries, lower prices, and trips you won't find on comparison sites. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ Chats with Cork's Niamh Cosgrave who charts the fastest-growing festive flavours and the decline of the old-school pud. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats with Jay Cornish on how the Hearty Hulks are turning cold-water grit into fundraising success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats with Elke O'Mahony who stirs up Cookbook recommendations for gift ideas this Christmas! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ Chats with Fermoy's Owen O'Keefe, who shares the journey from hometown pools to a landmark 40 km swim across the massive River Plate in South America. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats to Val who explains life at 7% kidney function, waiting for the Beaumont call, and her son Jordy's €1,000 Re-turn refunds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ Chats with Sarah Harte who breaks down “mankeeping” and why more people are refusing the role in modern relationships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats to veteran reporter Michael Sheridan who reveals fresh developments from the Garda cold case review of the 1996 murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Jonathan whose little fighter Evie-Mae faces Christmas in Crumlin, hears why hauliers are fuming the government backtracked on plans to end the RSA, chats to chef Rory O'Connell about making edible gifts for the holidays. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats to Justin Nagle who discusses the heart‑warming Christmas lights display raising funds for CASA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats to Morgan O'Sullivan and Joe Heenan who reveal how Blackrock's Stephen Moylan coined “The United States of America.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ Chats to Ballymaloe's Rory O'Connell who shares elegant, homemade treats to elevate your Christmas giving. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats to Seamus Coffey, from the Fiscal Council, who explains why menu prices didn't budge despite a hard‑won VAT reduction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats to Attila Magyar of Mamukko who turns a massive piece of Irish rugby heritage into wearable gear with a purpose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats with Kate Durrant who shares how a simple cardigan became a bridge across 17 years of grief. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ Chats with Alan O'Reilly from Carlow Weather who weighs up rain, cold snaps, and travel tips for Christmas in Cork. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ Chats to Ger Hyland, President of The Irish Road Haulage Association about their view on cancelled reforms and the knock‑on effects for operators. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ Speaks to Jonathan McGlynn who prepares to spend Christmas in Crumlin hospital with his daughter, 3 month old Evie-Mae. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears about a new indoor hub for Corks soup kitchens, learns about The Great Lock In, chats to Kayls Cole about her flourishing Formula career. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ Chats to Katie Sloane of Peach Vintage Clothing, who encourages everyone to shop local this Christmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats to Stella Temirati, a Nervous System Coach and Breathwork Facilitator who helps people move out of 'survival mode' and back into a state of peace using nothing more than their own breath. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats to Cork's own Kayleigh 'Kayls' Cole about breaking into Motorsport and how the Cork native carved her path onto the grid against the odds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats to addiction counsellor Michael Guerin about how drug-related issues in Cork aren't just a city problem, and how cocaine use is affecting people of all ages from teenagers to farmers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats with Kate Colbert who explains why she's taking to the water in memory of her best friend, Cormac. Philip Johnston, diver with Mallow Search and Rescue, opens up about the demands of rescue diving, the bonds built under pressure, and the community spirit that keeps them going. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.