Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

PJ talks to Mark O'Donoghue about his tremendously successful project to get people moving and his search for volunteers to help with that. Contact him on cyclingforallcork@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Cian Ó Nialáin from the Irish Whale & Dolphin Group who is telling people a lot about how whales live today 5.30pm in Myros Wood House and they will also be looking for a bit of help to find out even more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks it through with Tanya Sweeney from the Indo. Do women do friendship better than men? Does the stage of life count? What do you think? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mortgage Coach Joey Sheehan explains to PJ why people associate it with a lot of paperwork and how you can avoid most of it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Rob Carroll who campaigns tirelessly for an end to the problems. See also petition here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Matthew Cortland who created the project for more transparency in prices and hopes to tackle other prices soon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Damien Sreenan from the 96FM newsroom found out what people really think of the measures announced yesterday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Cllr Shane O'Callaghan who says that a properly created tax would empower Councillors to fund projects that would help everyone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears what people think of the government package to ease fuel prices, learns that outdoor seating for eateries in Cobh is being cut back, chats with Kaleb Cooper from Clarkson's Farm in advance of his Mar 31st Everyman show. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cars & Coffee is the new trend in classic/vintage cars and Paul is running a Coastal Cars 'n' Coffee In Aid Of The Irish Cancer Society Sun Mar 29th 1am at Bunnyconnellan Car Park Myrtleville Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Patricia who traced her dad's family only after he died and met all the relatives he could have met. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaleb's coming to Cork and we're all excited. PJ chats to him about how he got into farming and how he's liking travelling the world. An Evening With Kaleb Cooper is at The Everyman on Mar 31st and tickets are moving fast you can still get some at everymancork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Tony Cullinane who explains about his meeting in Boston on Patricks Day to get some momentum behind the link Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lillian raises sheep and also brings them to help ease loneliness in nursing homes but her flock suffered a dog attack and she's heartbroken she tells PJ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ speaks to Matthew who was one of the investigators about their excitement at capturing what appears to be the voice of a girl long since dead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Since Lockdown we've all learned to love outdoor seating for pubs and restaurants, so why are they being taken away in Cobh, Angelo wants to know? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve asks PJ why Cork keeps digging up the same roads instead of planning for the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Hauliers boss Ger Hyland who says that they would have liked more but for the time being it will keep the peace between truckers and government Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kevin Herlihy who runs several Centra stores tells PJ that the fuel spike caused by Operation Epic Fury comes on top of other pressures that could see vulnerable small stores in trouble. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears how Douglas rallied to clean off racist graffiti within hours, talks to the robotics team from St Francis College in Rochestown, hears a passionate plea from air entrepreneur Pádraig Ó Céidigh for a transatlantic flight from Cork. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to former Aer Arann CEO Pádraig Ó Céidigh about the intense competition with Ryanair on the Cork-Dublin route in the 2000s and hears a passionate call from him to create a Transatlantic service which he says is very doable. See the story of his battle with Ryanair on Turbulence - The Story of Ryanair available on RTE Player here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to the lads from the team Live In Studio and gets a demo from Robot Borrowdyke of his skills. Want to help the lads? iDonate - Roco Robotics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Niamh Cawley who leads a program to help people grow and cook what they eat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Mary Morris and Colm Dowd about their amazing project which featured on The Great House Revival last night. You can watch the episode with Mary and Colm on the RTE Player and The Great House Revival airs Sundays at 9:30pm, RTÉ One and RTÉ Player here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Ursula from MABS who says even things like reading payslips needs to be learned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Pat McCarthy who will be running courses in First Aid and Fire Prevention as Easter Camps for kids. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Cynthia Ní Mhurchú MEP who says both approaches are needed and to caller Anne who wants better education about how personal use feeds horrific crime Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sharon has several points that she hopes will be addressed by the route planners Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eileen Keane from jumpstartyourconfidence.ie explains to PJ why disruption has to be avoided when it comes to dropping off points for schools Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Ken Roony of Douglas Tidy Towns who swung into action when racist graffiti was found on Friday morning Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears Daena Walsh's family speak to Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne as justice is served, debates an almost naughty poster from council on dog poo, learns about Swiftogedden which hits Cyprus Avenue Saturday. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cobh needs a theatre and you need a little treat. PJ hears what's happening Mar 29th from Anne Mooney and Michelle Hardwick Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave Fawbert tells PJ about the 10 minute mixes and the fun friendship bracelet vibe that keeps Taylor Swift fans coming back for more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John tells PJ his son turned up to do his test but was turned away because he didn't know about the new rule requiring insurance certs be shown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ gets the lowdown from Irish Guide Dogs For The Blind instructor Liam who is running in May and prepping with colleagues now Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the event happening May 31st, you need to be sure that you are putting the work in Eamon tells PJ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In UCC they are displaying classic cars this week that belong to staff members, Marian Caulfield tells PJ while Chris O'Mahony Munster Vintage Motor Cycle & Car Club explains that interest is growing in older cars. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cllr Oliver Moran and Cllr Joe Kavanagh tell PJ the new poster which features the word "sh*t" (written like that) grab the eye and that's what counts while Cllr Michelle Gould says it leads children to accept and maybe use bad language. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Barr tells PJ all about the Carrigaline Court event happening this Sat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Edel and Maurice tell PJ why they are protesting the changes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Ramadan ends today listener Amel looks forward to a blessed feast and happiness for all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears from Ollie Sheehan of Mary Geary's Creche Carrigtohill who says proper help must be rolled out for all providers, big and small, if the govt wants to end the crisis for spaces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Fin and to Roy Kearney of Kearney Coaches about the effect of rising prices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sen Nicole Ryan says The Manosphere shows the deadly attitudes out there towards women that lead to tragic murders Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Opinion Line Producer who spoke to Daena's family outside court Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears fears of rising prices due to fuel costs, learns of calls for French-style penalty points for dumping rubbish, talks about how ballet has grown in popularity since Timothée Chalamet's remarks. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears all about the sci-fi from Crossy about a lone teacher who wakes up in deep space to find out that only he can save Earth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears that the Easter Tail at at Joe's Farm was born of a love of getting kids interacting with real world nature and making memories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears the story of Glanmire Players Drama Group getting a video from the singing star from Elanor O'Kelly Lynch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears that ballet in Cork is booming from Cork City Ballet's Alan Foley and the backlash to what Timothee Chalamet said is only helping! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is already law in Belgium and some other places and Ed tells PJ that one of the great benefits is you can help out others if they are trapped in a car. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.