Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

PJ hears about the new revised plan for the Cork LUAS, discusses the jet fuel crisis facing the travel industry, chats with Ryan Phoenix the Youghal man competing on the Late Late for a chance to play with Shania. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ catches up with Ryan Phoenix ahead of his appearance on TV tonight Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Kevin McGahern in advance of his Comedy Club appearance Sat night Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears from Damien Sreenan from 96FM News who spoke to Paolo Carbone, Head of Public Transport Capital Projects at Transport Infrastructure Ireland, about the revised plan and got reaction from Cllr Joe Lynch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A lot of people are wondering who the Foynes protest singer was, no matter which side of the fuel protest debate they are on, her singing was something else. PJ caught up with Ella Vaughan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Denis O'Callaghan of the Irish Cattle & Sheep Farmers Association and agricultural contractor Tim Coleman who both say that they are not happy with the government package but it's important not to rush into another wave of protests without planning how they work Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Sexton tells PJ he thinks the current system is unfair to those who want to leave to their nephews or others and people should get a lifetime threshold for inheritance no matter where it comes from. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Hazel Murray from MTU-Cork tells PJ she is doing presentations to help clue you on. To take part email cyberadvice@cyberskills.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Damien Long, well known for his West Cork Connects business, who has taken it over and has big plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Donagh McCarthy of Blackpool Travel about fears that holiday flights may have no fuel because of Operation Epic Fury Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the world becomes a more uncertain place, Cllr Finbarr Harrington tells PJ we need to have the facility to handle oil back in action Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ takes calls from listeners on the future of Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin, chats to Lynda who made her own app to help with PMS when she wasn't happy with what was out there, learns about the biggest game of tip/chase happening in West Cork. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Brian Butler who is organizing it. See also caracommunityireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michaela Alfred-Kamara Of Cork Educate Together Secondary School joins PJ with Charlotte Cochrane, Isa Reen O'Mahony, Kelly and Emma Barrett as they talk about the Frederick Douglass Students Human Rights Conference. Students from Cork Educate Together Secondary School, Millstreet Community School and Coachford College organized it in the UCC Western Gateway Building Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears the Scoop from Crossy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ gets an update from Damien Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Highly acclaimed author Louise O'Neill explains to PJ why she set the book in Hollywood as they look at how the book examines fame Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Niamh tells PJ who WorkEqual gave her the style and the confidence to nail her job interview and Su Duff from workequal.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats to Lynda Wilkes-Green who made an app to help with PMS when she couldn't find one that worked well for PMS. See also @ahlya.wellness Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to callers about Micheál Martin's future after 3 TDs challenged the way the party is being run Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Collette Kelleher who says this is a once in a generation chance to get the public library right. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Joanne Tracey, the Construction Industry Federation's Head of Services for the Southern Region, about the fears construction will almost grind to a halt soon unless relief is put in place. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following the statement from the 3 youngest FF TDs yesterday PJ asks Irish Examiner Political Correspondent Paul Hosford if this is a fatal blow for Martin's leadership Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears that people are turning to Electric as oil prices are still in crisis, learns about a new book that helps kids understand divorce and separation, chats in studio with TY student James who is supplying hair products throughout Munster. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Sean Walsh who has big plans to bring serious nightclubbing back to Cork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats to Foodie Kate about a seafood revival Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to James Kelly-O'Connor, a TY student in The Patrician Academy Mallow, about how he got into the hair biz and why he is so successful! Check him out at @jcutz24 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is it a boom or a burden for our city? PJ Coogan asks David Geary from European Movement Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deirdre McCarthy has written a book about Bród who has to learn to understand what is going when relationships go wrong "It's Not Fair:Bród's Journey Through Their Parents' Break-Up" is available from buythebook.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Jim Kennedy of Atlantic Sea Kayaking Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Cllr Kieran McCarthy who welcomes the new task force but says there's no councillors on it and so far it seems not tailored enough to Cork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We need more urgency in putting pedestrian crossings across the city. Cllr Peter Horgan tells PJ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to John McCamley, Sector Organizer with SIPTU tells PJ that promises made around pay just haven't been delivered and his members can't wait any longer with living costs soaring Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paddy Comyn, DoneDeal Motoring Head of Automotive Content, tells PJ the motor market is changing as drivers see government tax reductions eaten up by soaring oil prices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ asks why a motion to look at hazard for wheelchair users was voted down, chats to a mum who turned a love for candles into childsafe LED candles, learns about a revival in penpal contact between Cork and the UK. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jennifer tells PJ how Girl In The Year Above, a Cornish band with a deep Cork connection finds themselves on the Peaky Blinders soundtrack after a chance meeting See also here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aisling was in Cork for a stag party over the weekend and brought her stag party doll she tells PJ. His name is Luke he is knee height with piercing blue eyes and gives Annabelle vibes. He was last seen wearing a navy suit, white shirt and yellow bowtie at the Crane Lane. Aisling will be delighted if some nice person returns him home by contacting the station :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laura Lyons, Sónua LED Candles, on her pivot from Pharma to making safe candles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laura spoke to PJ about the success of Letters Between Us now she wants to bring back penpals with a trial between Cork and UK schools To get in touch mail letters.betweenus1@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen Moore from Out Of The Blue and Jason Gillard of Connect Through Service tell PJ how to help a hero Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Martin Finn from ADHD Ireland about "ADHD Meet The Experts" Apr 23d Met Hotel. See also adhdireland.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Milan from Canada was looking for amazing places to see in Cork, a lot of listeners suggested Cork Gaol. PJ asks Assistant Manager Jennifer Manifold why so many people love it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Frank who says that the public would understand anger better if they thought of it in a certain way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Siobhan Lynch who campaigned for Grace's Law named after her daughter who was killed when struck by a scrambler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Sharon who first raised concerns about the safety of wheelchair users, Cllr Noel O'Flynn who supported the motion and talks to Cllr Tony Fitzgerald about why he felt that there are other ways forward. He also speaks to Betty who started the picket line on the travel route and has been on it every morning! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ looks at the toll of the last few days on government and looks ahead to the Vote Of No Confidence in the Dáil today with Adam Higgins of The Irish Sun Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to fuel protesters, asks Seamus McGrath if the government could have handled the crisis better and hears about Don Goulding who suffered a horrific crash in Alicante and needs our help. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears from Damien Sreenan who took to the forecourts and spoke to customers and a manager Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears about Don Goulding, well known from his navy service and work for cyclists in Cork from his friend David O'Leary and Tom Lennon, Vice-Chair Ballincollig Crusaders Cycling Club. See also here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears from Damien who took to Patrick St where protesters were angry and disappointed by what happened in Whitegate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Denis O'Callaghan tells PJ the protesters were generally good humored and are upset at the lack of representation for ordinary people in all sectors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.