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PJ hears a call to ban videoing people in public places without their consent using so-called AI glasses, learns that everyone can be a bit magic from Scientific Sue before she appears at the Cork Carnival Of Science, learns how Julie helped a lost snake near the Schooner in Whitegate and Melanie kept it warm and fed. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ finds out why it's important and what the new program is all about from Lisa Collender Head Of Ireland at USIT. See also the information talk which takes place tonight, Wed May 20th , at 6.30pm, more details on the USIT website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Scientific Sue the wizard scientist who will show kids (and grown ups) that anyone can be a bit magic with the help of science no matter what your age, where you come from and for kids of any gender. See also Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Diva tells the story of a successful wedding band manager forced to explain her rage-fueled actions to a Garda and Laura Harte & Irene Kelleher tell PJ about it. It's at The Cork Arts Theatre May 26–30 at 8pm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ gets the scoop on Finding Emily which is at cinemas this weekend from Crossy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears all about the fabulous CODE4LIFE app to find AEDs to rescue people having a cardiac incident produced by Coláiste Pobail Bheanntraí from Marie Murphy the school chaplain and students Roisin, Ronan and Ciara. They the Young Social Innovators for Ireland and now go off to Vietnam to compete with the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears from Trevor who talks leadership with Peter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Mary about the difference she hopes the Centre makes and to Diane Higgins, President of Network Cork, who nominated her Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ finds out the opportunities and the difficulties that will be looked at from Joanne Tracey, the Construction Industry Federation's Head of Services for the Southern Region Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Sean Pollock of the Irish Independent who has been across the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Julie McEnnis from The Schooner, Whitegate near where the snake was found and to Melanie who is currently caring for it. If you have information on who owns it, contact the "Whitegate, Co Cork, Ireland" Facebook page here for a happy reunion! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Educator Jerry Ryan tells PJ the strain on parents and cost in opportunity to vulnerable children just cannot be defended. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Cllr Ciara O'Connor who says we need to take strong action against people who secretly capture video of others and a discussion about conflicting rights is needed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Linda about her son Josh, taken by the Israelis while on the Global Sumud Flotilla, chats to Sorcha and Ross about a very surprise proposal that came up with the right answer, learns about the funky version of the national Anthem, Amhrán na bhFhiann. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Kate McCarthy, Womens Coordinator at Ballincollig RFC, who are supporting the campaign about making rugby easy to get into for girls. If you want to take part in their event ou can secure a spot right now by emailing youthsassistant@ballincolligrfc.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Sorcha O'Connor & Ross O'Hea. Sorcha was surprised by Ross who proposed in the middle of a Blarney Brass & Reed Band event Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sen Laura Harmon says any new laws are welcome but there are ways to improve on the government proposal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Niamh Byrne one of the founders of the group which has been chosen for the Analog Devices Cork City Marathon SheRACES award. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Dez Harrington who says he was inspired by what Jimmi Hendrix and Brian May did with their national anthems Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to John Paul O'Shea TD who has a few points that he thinks must be part of any changes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Darina tells PJ it's not cheap if it causes health problems, and pollution. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Darren tells PJ he made the decision to come out as bisexual after 20 years of hiding it and then registered as an LGBT+ business so others in the community could feel more secure and it does not mean that he will only deal with LGBT+ people He also talks about the online hate he got as a result Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cllr Paudie Dineen tells PJ that the building needs to be kept in city hands and he is delighted the City Council is getting better at keeping landmark buildings in public hands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Linda St Leger whose son Josh was detained by Israel as he sailed as part of the Global Sumud Flotilla Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears that without changes to childminder rules, childcare problems will get worse, learns more about Makeda and Solomon, the St Fin Barre's Cathedral peregrine falcons, talks to Damien Sreenan who was at the FTD Brothers Cork run fresh from carrying a fridge in the London Marathon. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Damien Sreenan who joined the crowds cheering them and hears from Daniel O'Donnell who missed their Donegal visit and came to Cork to see them Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Margo Noonan from SATU which is open 25 years this year and are having a special fundraising lunch at The Kingsley on June 19th. Need help? SATU service at SIVUH is free, confidential and available 24/7 — contact (021) 4926297, Nursing Admin out of hours on (021) 4926100, or email satu@sivuh.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the CCPC warns people about high car rental charges, PJ gets some tips from Eoghan Corry of travelextra.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan Sheedy, Principal of The Tuition Centre tells PJ some tips for state exams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Noreen Ring about the points they hope the Council take on board, particularly in respect of Compulsory Purchase Orders Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Schoolkids love 'em and everyone is proud of them, PJ talks to Dr. Alan McCarthy & Jim Wilson about our beautiful couple See also “Back From The Brink” Sun at 6.30pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Talks are going ahead in the ambulance dispute today but there's a lot of ground between the sides, John McCamley, SIPTU Sector Organizer tells PJ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears the first meeting has taken place from Minister of State Jerry Buttimer TD who also discusses some points people have been making about the task force. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The government will be reviewing the rules that childminders have to follow and this is a great opportunity to make them more realistic Ollie Sheehan of Mary Geary's Childcare tells PJ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Carole about the red tape that makes life just frustrating, asks would you stop using self-checkouts, chats to the fridge-on-the-back FTD Brothers who will run in Cork on Monday. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Tom in advance of his appearance in The Comedy Club on Saturday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a cracking Cork Proud version of the original done by Coláiste Éamann Rís TY PJ talks to stars Abbey, Amy & Kayla and to Principal Aaron Wolfe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The FTD lads are in town Mon May 18th and Jordan tells PJ why they're running every county in Ireland, that Fridge moment in the London Marathon and their love of their mother Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Craig Robinson, CCFC Community Coaching Manager. See also corkcityfc.ie/camps Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Kate Conroy about how it feels to be the first chosen to the award and what the club does Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jack Kelleher, UCC BIS student, talks to PJ about his award-winning Luxsell.ie AI-enabled business Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to John Joe O'Connell, GRA Vice President and Traffic Garda about the drive to get the same protection as police in other countries Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Jimmy who is on the mend but needs a bit of a hand if you can. See also here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Aoife Clifford, from Herlihy's Centra Patrick St who is thrilled after winning Customer Service Manager Of The Year Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Annette about why she and her friend Catherine refuse to use self-checkout desks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears from Carole that she has a lot to put up with from traffic wardens to aggressive thugs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears about hopes the Luas build will not hurt business in the VQ, hears how a transplant gave Irene back a full life, celebrates a big coup for Corks own Murphys Stout. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork's tipple gets a major boost as the giant UK operation agrees to put draft taps in all their bars and sell pints for £2.99 and PJ talks it over with Beer Influencer Daragh Curran Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Cllr Oliver Moran who says it's all about marking our history Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Abdelfattah Abusrour who will be speaking 5.30pm Sun May 17th at the South Parish Community Centre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Hiba about why she developed the game. You can catch the Yalla Craic team and try the game yourself this 3pm Sun May 17th at the South Parish Community Centre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.