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    • Sep 30, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 34m AVG DURATION
    • 9,096 EPISODES


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    2025-09-30 Presidential Debate Toxic Or Tame? Are Flags On The Street Threatening? Swimming Silences Stress & More...

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 145:41


    PJ chats about the VMTV Presidential Debate, discusses if flags on the street are threatening, hears how swimming is the plug to beat stress. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Audrey Found Her Happy Place How Swimming Became Her Woman's Ultimate Outlet

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 10:00


    Audrey, Cork's beloved vaccine nurse, tells PJ how the water can become the most powerful tool for managing stress, transforming your health, and claiming a moment of peace in a demanding life Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Dolores Tells PJ The Trend Of Hanging Tricolors On Lamposts Is Shameful

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 14:46


    Dolores says that flags should be treated with respect and used for celebrations, sports and state occasions and not as a commentary on immigration Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Camino Challenge Fueling Cork's Field of Dreams

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 10:31


    A live update from the Camino path with a Cork mum and other relatives walking 112km to create a centre of excellence for their loved ones. See also https://www.idonate.ie/event/Camino4DSCorkFoD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Building Emotional Armor 2 Mums Build Toys That Help Kids Talk About Anxiety & Build Confidence

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 10:26


    PJ hears from Lisa Gilmartin of Snugz about their plush giraffe and storybooks to equip children with the emotional resilience they need for life's ups and downs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Storm Humberto Heads To Ireland - Will It Be A Bang Or A Whimper When It Gets Here?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 5:33


    PJ talks Humberto and other weather issues with Cathal Nolan of Ireland's Weather Channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Stand Up To Social Media Giants

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 10:54


    Siobhán O'Donoghue of Uplift Ireland is organizing Carrigaline people to appeal to EU Commissioner Michael McGrath who has the power to cut the tech companies down to size Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Budget Tips For Xmas - Now Is The Time To Plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 10:54


    Let's stay out of trouble with Xmas spending Jessie Anthony of MABS says to PJ Coogan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Tragedy In Louth

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 5:27


    As Drumgowna and its people are in all our thoughts, PJ gets an update from Ruth O'Connell, Deputy News Editor LMFM, part of the Onic network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Presidential Debate Toxic Or Tame?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 7:05


    PJ chats to Adam Higgins of The Irish Sun about the VTMTV debate last night between our Presidential hopefuls Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    3 Bed-Semi Now EUR408, 000 in Cork

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 11:45


    PJ talks to Adam Ferguson from Daft.ie about what they found in their latest report on the property market. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    2025-09-29 Childcare Providers Face Terrible Choice, Cork Accent Baffles NFL Players, Kids Losing Out From School Space Shortage & More...

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 132:54


    PJ hears that childcare providers soaring costs leave them facing hard choices, chats to Eoin who baffled MSN players with his Cork accent, talks to parents devastated their kids won't get the right start because they didn't get school spaces. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    My Boy Boe Needs His School Space

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 18:38


    PJ talks to Niall who cannot get a space suited to his lad Boe's needs and Niall, a lecturer in Public Health, also talks about the autism/Paracetamol controversy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    A Ryder Cup We Won't Forget!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 4:00


    PJ talks to Joe Seward about the weekend triumph for Ireland and for Europe in the Ryder Cup and also the unreal scenes of hooliganism at the event Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    One Word In Your Child's Report Could Be The Difference Between Getting A Space And Not

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 9:39


    PJ talks to Margaret who had to act fast when paperwork required one word but the report she had commissioned used a similar word! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Eldon's School Place is Secure, So Why is His Life on Hold Asks Mum Leanne?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 10:33


    Leanne Thompson fought tooth and nail to get her son Eldon a school place, but now she's facing a heartbreaking new obstacle: a finished uniform, a promised desk, and a start date that won't come she tells PJ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Corks Comic Con Will Be Epic On Oct 4th/5th

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 13:52


    PJ gets all the deets on the workshops, the cosplay and the meetups from Olivia Fahy of Geek Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Corkmans Quiet Compassion For Air India Victims Wins Sarbojonin Durgotsab Award

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 13:54


    PJ chats to Finbarr Archer who receieved an award from the Cork Sarbojonin Durgotsab over the weekend for tending Air India graves Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Courtney Kelleher From Clon Did So Much Good In Her Red Cross Work

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 11:21


    PJ talks to Courtney who mentors young Red Cross members, supports Ukrainian families, helps food/clothing collections, volunteers for animal rescue AND is studying in college as well! If you know someone like that in the Red Cross, nominate them for an award and maybe we will clean up this year as well. See redcross.ie/nva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    There Has To Be An Explanation For The Fish Kill!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 14:28


    There has to be an explanation for the fish kill as even dog lovers are afraid of letting their pets near the river that visited carnage on fish life John Ruby from Mallow Trout Anglers Club tells PJ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    NFL Stars Baffled By Eoin The Slurry Man's Cork Accent

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 8:53


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Your Childcare Costs Are About to Skyrocket. Here's Why.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 15:21


    PJ talks to Ollie Sheehan of Mary Geary childcare Why are the best creches being forced to choose between going broke or raising your fees Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Father And Daughter Found Dead In Finglas

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 4:42


    PJ and David Seagrave from our Onic sister station FM104 talk about the latest developments in a very tragic discovery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Kabin Studio Swan On How Standing Up To Bullying Changed His Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 15:04


    PJ hears his remarkable story Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    2025-09-26 Rebecca Gets Her Vacant Housing Grant, Stolen Car Had Mum's Wheelchair, Is Shakespeare A Must For Schools & More...

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 93:22


    PJ talks to Rebecca who finally got her housing grant after talking to us Wednesday, Sinead's mum can't get around because her wheelchair was in a car that got stolen, Conor argues Shakespeare should be optional. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    A Complete Beginners Guide To Sunday's NFL Game In Croke Park From Corks Colum Cronin

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 14:29


    PJ and Colum have all you need to know to enjoy the Pittsburgh Steelers v Minnesota Vikings game and you can find out even more at irishnflshow.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Cork Lad Jamie Nolan Hugged As A Baby By Barack Obama In Moneygall To Meet Him Again Today

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 3:11


    PJ chats to Jamie who is on the way up to meet President Obama in Dublin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    From Cork Streets To Messi's Stage Evan Deasy's Soccer Glory

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 5:32


    Evan Deasy shares how a Dublin qualifier took him all the way to Miami, where Lionel Messi crowned him a world champion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Working From Home Means Working From Corfu!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 14:23


    PJ talks to Rebecca Doody who works from Corfu to enjoy the sun, the way of life and the prices! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Shakespeare In School: Is It Still A Must?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 13:35


    Conor, a teacher from West Cork says it's time to move on from The Bard and allow choice. Should we stop studying the works of the man who pretty much invented modern English? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Fiona Needs A Second Transplant But Stays Positive

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 15:20


    PJ speaks to Fiona who did even did triathlons after she got a transplant from a friend but sadly has a new part to her journey as she is back on dialysis. She talks to PJ about staying positive and the great work done by ika.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Thieves Stole A Car With A Wheelcahir & Walking Aid Belonging To Sinead's Mum

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 5:08


    PJ talks to Sinead whose mam now can't get out around town. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Rebecca Got Her Vacant House Grant!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 8:27


    Rebecca spoke to us Wednesday because her vacant housing grant was forever delayed. PJ hears come good news! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    2025-09-25 My Relative Got Spiked, Corkman Caught In Flotilla Drone Attack, Catriona Wants A Treasure Hunter & More...

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 133:13


    PJ hears why we need to boost A&E procedures to gather evidence for drink spiking, talks to Paddy who got caught up in a drone attack on the Global Sumud Flotilla trying to bring aid to Palestine, learns why Catriona is looking for a metal detecting expert. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Hair Dressers Campaign For 9% VAT

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 4:51


    PJ hears from Lisa Eccles who as well as being a great hairdresser is part of the campaign for 9% VAT on hairdressing run by the Irish Hairdressers Federation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    One Battle After Another Hits Cinemas Tomorrow - What's It All About?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 6:33


    "One Battle After Another" follows a former revolutionary in the United States who, after years of living off the grid in Northern California, must use old skills to rescue his daughter. PJ talks to Crossy about his chat with stars of the film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    How The Bailout Is Still Hurting Millennials & Gen Zs

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 18:25


    PJ talks to Adam Maguire about how the Bailout changed forever the way people drink, socialize, get housing and work. "The Bailout Babies" by Adam Maguire see here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Great News! I Passed My Paramedic Exam Says Orla

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 7:16


    PJ hears perseverance pays off from mum Orla who has wanted to be a paramedic since the age of 8! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Endometriosis - The Problem Is It Keeps Coming Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 25:48


    PJ talks to Jess Ní Mhaoláin who who shares the heartbreaking journey of getting treatment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Corkman Caught Up In Drone Attack On Palestinian Relief Flotilla

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 9:25


    PJ talks to Peter Donovan from Cobh who was caught up in the drone attack on the Global Sumud Flotilla attempting to bring food and medical supplies to families in need during the current conflict Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Help Us Trap The Asian Hornets

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 10:21


    PJ talks to Elanor Attridge Eleanor Attridge of the Co Cork Beekeepers Association who has a plan to trap the Asian hornets that have hit Cork to research how we can get rid of them! See also here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Catriona Needs A Bit Of Help With Her Claddagh Ring

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 12:04


    PJ chats to Catriona who tells the story of the fab Claddagh ring her boyfriend got her and how she needs someone with a metal detector to help find it near Charlesfort. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Getting Spiked Was Bad But We Need To Gather Evidence Properly

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 15:47


    PJ talks to Cllr Audrey Buckley whose relative ended up in hospital and found there's no real way to gather evidence properly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    2025-09-24 Cork Fans Say Thanks To Hoggy, Vacant Property Grant Nightmare, Gong For Kabin Studio & More...

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 133:42


    PJ hears Cork fans says thanks for all the good times to hurler Hoggy, learns you need big pockets and patience if you go for the vacant property grant, celebrates with GMC on the latest gong for his Kabin Studio work. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Race for the Park Last-Minute Nomination Drama

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 4:54


    Adam Higgins of The Irish Sun talks to PJ about last minute drama as to who will make the cut for nominations Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Traitors - What A Finale!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 5:17


    PJ chats with superfan Kelly O'Sullivan who hosts Club 96, Saturdays at 6pm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Gary's Comic Book Writer Dream Came True

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 13:40


    PJ chats to Gary who has just been signed by Marvel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Kabin Studio Founder GMC Is Cork Person Of The Month

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 11:50


    Think you'd find a better candidate? I doubt it! PJ chats to Garry about how it started and where it's going at the Kabin Studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Let's Have Irish Sign Language Everywhere!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 10:02


    PJ talks to Brenda Quigg about how important Irish Sign Language is to helping people feel included. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Vacant Property Grants - Long Waits & Loads Of Stress

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 30:48


    PJ talks to Rebecca who is waiting for her vacant property grant to come through and Grace tells of a similar experience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    7 Cities In 7 Days Triumph For Alan & Liam

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 5:09


    We spoke to Alan and Liam before their cancer busting trek and PJ hears the story of a promise kept, exploring the moments of despair and connection that fuelled an impossible run for a vital cause. If you want to help out, click here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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