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The daily dose of madness and intrigue from Sean Moncrieff and his rebel radio crew.

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    Man with the world record for holding breath shares his secrets!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 9:58


    Seán's guest is the current world record holder for breath holding, having been Guinness certified at an astonishing 29 minutes and 3 seconds. But, how did he do it?Croatian freediver Vitomir Maricic joins to discuss!

    What is ‘boogie bouncing'?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 5:53


    If you have the time, you should Google ‘boogie bounce', you'll see a lot of people on individual trampolines dancing and bouncing in unison.Emma Weafer, Founder of Boogie Bounce and Sister Squad is attempting to have the largest boogie bounce session in Europe this weekend at WellFest, and joins Seán to discuss!

    What is an ‘intimacy menu'?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 11:27


    An intimacy menu is a sexual arrangement that a couple organises in order to spice up their lives, but how does it work?Joining Seán to discuss is Sex Educator Jenny Keane…

    Is being called ‘stingy' the worst insult for an Irish person?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 14:42


    There are certain traits that people value, and others that people hate. For some Irish people, being called tight or stingy could be one of the worst things to hear!Jennifer Horgan, Teacher and Columnist with the Irish Examiner, joins Seán to discuss.

    New book covers the adult ADHD experience in Ireland

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 31:55


    While awareness around ADHD has grown considerably over the past few years, diagnosis remains low, particularly among adults. Now, a new guide to ADHD in Ireland specifically has hit the shelves.Joining Seán to discuss is Ailín Kennedy, an ADHD Coach from Ballinora, Cork and Mike McGrath-Bryan, a writer and journalist from Mallow, Cork. They are the co-authors of ‘Have I Got Your Attention? A Guide to Adult ADHD in Ireland'...

    What is behind the rise in popularity of shakti mats?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 9:50


    With Lidl now selling shakti mats in the Middle Aisle, what is behind the rise in popularity of the spiky treatments, and why would someone want to inflict this on themselves?Joining Seán to discuss is Elaine Barry, a Chartered Physiotherapist who specialises in pelvic health and acupuncture, who will conduct this interview while on her shakti mat…Image: Shakti Mat USA

    Staying in an immersive 1970s holiday let - what's it like?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 6:21


    Immersive travel experiences are on the rise, and one offering in Lancashire, called the Retro Bungalow, transports guests back to the 1970s.Seán's guest, Chris Moss, Travel Writer and author of ‘Lancashire: Exploring the Historic County that Made the Modern World', visited and joins to discuss his experience.Image: The Retro Bungalow

    Life in the Florida town built by Disney

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 12:18


    Many of us have travelled to Disney World in Florida, but there is actually a community that lives next to the theme park, built by Disney. What is life there like?Joining Seán to discuss is Sarah Hyland, a resident of Celebration.

    Can you be buried in your back garden?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 10:45


    If your preference is to be buried after you die, does it have to be in a graveyard? Would you need special permissions to be buried elsewhere, like in your back garden?Joining Seán to discuss is Dr. Kate Falconer, Lecturer at the UCC School of Law and the Radical Humanities Laboratory.

    How do the two Koreas describe each other?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 9:25


    An ongoing issue between North and South Korea is the way each country articulates or describes the other. Do they use their official names, or politically loaded names instead?Joining Seán to discuss this is Kevin Cawley, Director of the Irish Institute of Korean Studies at UCC…

    The impact Ted Turner left on TV

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 11:30


    Decades ago, long before the era of streaming, one man had the crazy idea to run a 24 hour news channel, which today still exists as CNN. That man, Ted Turner, died yesterday. What impact did he have on television?Joining Seán to look back on his legacy is Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer with University of Galway.

    Parenting: How to stop toddler hitting baby brother

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 17:34


    Joanna Fortune joins Sean Moncrieff

    Ireland signs the Artemis Accords - what does it mean going forward?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 6:46


    Ireland signed the Artemis Accords yesterday at NASA headquarters, becoming one of the last EU countries to do so, but what does this mean going forward?Joining Seán to discuss is Peter Gallagher, Director of Dunsink Observatory at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies, and a former employee of NASA...

    Outdoor seating revoked on Drury Street - Josh Crosbie Reports

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 11:46


    In many towns and cities - there's an ongoing struggle between those who want more areas pedestrianised, and those who don't. This is very much the case on Drury Street in Dublin, where one of its pubs has lost its outdoor seating license.Newstalk Reporter Josh Crosbie has been investigating this, and sends in this report.

    Do women want to date a handyman?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 10:29


    If you're having poor luck in finding love - should you become a handyman? Apparently, women can't get enough of them!Joining Seán to discuss this is Peter Finn AKA “Pete the Builder” and Journalist Saoirse Hanley.

    Is it ever okay to walk your dog off-lead?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 5:57


    In most public places, dogs have to be kept on a lead, but why does it seem like that's not the case, and how does it impact someone who doesn't like dogs?Chrisse Russell, Freelance Features Writer with the Irish Independent, has been writing about this and joins Seán to discuss.

    Should we be thankful for public services no matter what?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 14:17


    “We take our public services a bit for granted in Ireland. And they're not always as good as they might be. But to be honest, our quality of life as a whole would be a lot poorer without them…”So writes Fergus Finlay in today's Irish Examiner. Is he right? Do we take our public services for granted?Fergus Finlay, former political activist, the former Head of children's charity Barnardos, and co-host of the ‘Grey Matter's podcast joins Seán to discuss.

    How a Stonecutter keeps the Rock of Cashel standing

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 11:07


    German Stonecutter Julia Gebel moved to Ireland, where she joined a project conserving the Rock of Cashel.She has since set up her own company and works across multiple conservation projects.She joins Seán to discuss!

    The neverending battle against your kids for the bed!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 7:47


    This will sound very familiar to any parents listening who are tired of their children invading their beds; after what feels like years of musical beds, Comedian Julie Jay feels it is time to insist on mammy and daddy sharing a mattress, and keeping their kids out!She joins Tom Dunne to discuss.

    Oarfish washes up in Clare - is the end of the world near?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 8:11


    A rare oarfish has been spotted on a County Clare beach.The deep-sea eel-like creature was found by a group of Brazilian friends, and in mythology is thought to signal the end of the world.So, could we be in trouble?Phil Smith, Science Communicator and Broadcaster (@philofscience on Instagram), joins Tom Dunne to discuss.

    Is your decor keeping you single?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 13:37


    Could your decor decisions be to blame for your ever-lasting lack of a partner?One woman had been single for a decade, until Interior Designer and ‘house whisperer' Katie Malik told her her ‘virginal' decor was to blame for repelling men.Katie joins Tom Dunne to discuss.

    Are you happy? - Josh Crosbie Reports

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2026 13:46


    A new survey has found that 47 is apparently the age where people feel their happiest. So, are you happy? And can you pinpoint when you were the happiest?Newstalk Reporter Josh Crosbie has been investigating, and joins guest host Tom Dunne to discuss.

    Door from iconic Love Actually scene is up for auction

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 5:16


    The door from an iconic scene in the Richard Curtis film is up for auction. Why exactly has it been put up for sale now, and who would be in the market for a movie door?Joining Seán to discuss is Dan Muscatelli-Hampson from Omega Auctions.Image: Universal Studios

    Copy of world's oldest English poem discovered by TCD Researchers!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 6:11


    Researchers from Trinity College Dublin have found a copy of the oldest-known English poem. So, how did they find it, and what is the story behind it?Joining Seán to discuss is Dr Mark Faulkner, from the TCD School of English.

    Should we pay people to donate blood?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 7:46


    There's always a call for more blood donations, because supply seems to be decreasing while demand continues to go up. So, should we pay people to donate their blood?Joining Seán to discuss is Dr Suzanne Crowe, President of the Medical Council and a Consultant in Paediatric Intensive Care in Children's Health Ireland Crumlin.

    Cavan pub fights rising energy costs with river turbine

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 6:27


    With rising energy costs making it a struggle for businesses, a pub in Cavan has decided to harness the power of the river which runs alongside it in order to slash their bills. Now, a pilot project is gathering pace and if successful it could be used by other pubs around the country that sit next to rivers…Joining Seán to discuss is Fergus Murphy, owner of Murph's Gastro Pub in Butlers Bridge, Co Cavan…

    Rising veterinary costs are leading to pet owners struggling

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 12:03


    Rising veterinary costs are leading to an inflated Surrender Waiting List, with increasing numbers of pet owners struggling to meet the costs associated with maintaining a pet…Joining Seán to discuss is Conor Dowling, Chief Inspector of the NSPCA.

    Meryl Meisler on the wild disco era at Studio 54

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 15:06


    Photographer Meryl Meisler captured New York's wild disco era at Studio 54 and the gritty streets of Bushwick, but kept her photos hidden for decades.Now finally revealed, her work offers a rare, insider glimpse of a city and culture in transformation.She's currently in Dublin celebrating queer friendly culture, and joins Seán to discuss.Image: Britannica

    What is the reason behind the ‘mayfly dance'?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 6:38


    Mayfly season is almost upon us, but why do they do the very unusual ‘mayfly dance'? Now, researchers think they have found the answer.Joining Seán to discuss is Sam Fabian, an Entomologist with Imperial College London…

    Can Ozempic change your personality?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 12:05


    While the world and his mother seem to be jumping on the Ozempic bandwagon, is there a danger of getting an ‘Ozempic personality', a sort of nullifying effect on your behaviour?Joining Seán to discuss is Katie Glass, Feature Writer with the London Times…

    Moncrieff's Murder Club: Did we get the right person?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 19:50


    Every Wednesday, Seán will be joined by someone to hear unusual stories on heinous crimes…This week, Cassie Delaney joins to discuss cases where the person involved may not have been the one to commit the crime…

    When will we repair the hole in the ozone layer?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 10:30


    The discovery of a massive hole in the ozone layer in the 1980s sparked one of the most successful global environmental responses in history. Once-celebrated chemicals known as CFCs were found to be the cause, leading to swift international action…So, when can we see an intact ozone layer again?Joining Seán to discuss is John Gibbons, Environmental Journalist.

    Why brides-to-be are turning to Therapists for help

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 13:01


    With your big wedding day on the way, the stress of organising the event, and the nerves around getting married in general will certainly take a toll. So, is this why ‘wedding therapy' is becoming a bigger thing?Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist and co-host of the Tough Love Podcast joins Seán to discuss.

    Irish Yappers app aims to connect Irish people abroad

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 8:28


    No matter where you go in the world, you're never too far from an Irish pub. Seán's guest has recently released an app for Irish people abroad to find the best pubs in their area, and more importantly, connect with other Irish people in their area.David Murphy, Founder of Irish Yappers, joins to discuss.

    Are marathons becoming a cult?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 8:46


    With the 2 hour marathon finally getting broken for the first time last weekend, is this form of long distance running actually good for the body, or is it all becoming a bit cultish?Joining Seán to discuss is Christian Vince, Journalist with the Daily Telegraph, who has been writing about it…

    Should you take financial advice from AI?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 6:48


    AI isn't just helping us write emails or plan holidays, it's now being used as a financial therapist…More people are turning to chatbots to unpack their money habits, anxieties and spending behaviours, but can AI really help you understand your financial mindset?Journalist Saoirse Hanley put it to the test, and joins Seán to discuss.

    What makes the perfect afternoon tea?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 8:07


    King Charles is visiting Washington D.C., with many British commentators speculating on if the royal can repair the relationship between the US and the UK - including over an afternoon tea.So, what does the perfect afternoon tea look like?Joining Seán to discuss is Noel Cunnigham, Ambassador for Harveys Point Hotel in Donegal.

    National Superhero Day - why do we love comics?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 17:25


    Today is National Superhero Day, and joining Seán to mark it is someone who has been big into comics since she was 4 years of age, Entertainment Journalist Olivia Fahy!

    Are libraries being “ripped off” by big publishers?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 12:25


    For over 300 years, public libraries have been at the very heart of communities across the country. However, libraries have been struggling recently, with Fianna Fáil MEP Barry Andrews suggesting that they are being “ripped off” by big publishers. Barry joins Seán to discuss the danger our public libraries are facing, and what can be done about it.

    Tanya Sweeney on her nostalgia for Smash Hits magazine

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 11:11


    Tanya Sweeney, Columnist for the Irish Independent, joins Seán to discuss her fond childhood memories of Smash Hits magazine, and how it gave a girl from the West Dublin suburbs access to the world of pop…

    Four Questions: “How are you still single?”

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 20:46


    This is a new slot on the show where we look back on the weekend and look forward to the week ahead through the lens of these four questions:What delighted you over the weekend? What annoyed you over the weekend? What did you learn over the weekend? What are you looking forward to this week?Joining Seán to discuss is Doireann O'Connor and Kalle Ryan!

    What is ‘petro-masculinity'?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 9:20


    ‘Petro-masculinity' describes a pumped-up gendered form of climate crisis rejection, which is increasingly alarming those who are trying to deal with the ongoing problems of our planet. But, how does it manifest itself?Joining Seán to discuss is Andrew Boyd, a humorist, activist and author in New York, who has been writing about this on his substack ‘The Tragic Optimist'...

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