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Swifties react to Taylor's new album, a carer shares his struggles, and we mark 60 years of Irish-shot film “The Blue Max.”

Listeners open up about the heartbreak and healing that comes with losing a beloved pet. Siobhán is struggling to understand the decision made to restructure her energy bill repayments.

Listeners called in with their concerns about what might be in the budget next week. Frances and her 15-year-old son Declan speak to John about Declan's heroism when he saved a swimmer in trouble. Boyzone fans expressed their disappointment that the band are planning to host their final ever show in London, rather than Dublin.

Family members of victims of the Creeslough explosion speak to John as we near the third anniversary. A number of listeners got in touch with the programme wondering what the Budget will mean for them. Listeners talk of their love for Dolly!

Laura and Mary spoke about their experiences of losing a loved one to suicide. https://about.rte.ie/ie/helplines/ / Philip wants to know why some men feel that it's ok to spit in public / Callers described how people can make assumptions about disabilities and how it affects their daily lives.

Saoirse and Amy talk about how tough it can be to work with a disability. What's your ultimate favourite sandwich? Author Conor W. O'Brien tells us about his new book 'The Living and the Dead: Tales of Loss and Rebirth from Irish Nature'.

Emma warns people about the slippery slope that drinking can be. Mary was clamped even though she had paid for parking. Do you need a digital detox? Philip had a stroke while covering Pope Francis' funeral in Rome earlier this year. Listeners tell us about their parents who had them later in life.

Listeners react to the news that Maria Steen will not be on the ballot paper in the upcoming presidential election. Dara explains what it's like to become a father in your 50s. A number of students in Irish schools are receiving Irish language exemptions.

Listeners react to US President Donald Trump's claims about links between paracetamol and autism. Patricia is principal of a school in Clare that needs more pupils. Should we have election posters during the Presidential Election? Prof. Marcus Kennedy is worried about the danger vaping is causing to young people.

Listeners are worried about the redeployment of SNAs in schools. Noel has noticed something about Waterford's position on the map during the television weather bulletins. Dave explains what happened to the pitch where he trains soccer in Co. Leitrim. Sgt. Caitriona Holohan explains what a silent 999 call is.

Angela was recently shocked to see a childminder on a phone while crossing a road with children. Reaction to an expected recommendation of a 5% increase to the National Minimum Wage. Listeners share their passions with us. Matthew explains what happened when he came across a woman in distress in Dunfanaghy, Co. Donegal.

Ramona was shocked by the amount of underage drinking she saw at the National Ploughing Championships this week. Adam Turkington of Belfast Culture Night. Teacher Emer has been working on a history project with her students in Kilkenny. Eimear is a secondary school teacher and moving to Australia this weekend.

Pharmacists around the country are highlighting the increasing levels of crime they are witnessings. Ferdia has moved from Dublin to Wexford but cannot get a GP. Following last night's episode of The Traitors we discuss the old Irish tradition of lamenting the dead.

Social Democrats TD Eoin Hayes has apologised for wearing brown make-up while dressed up as former US president Barack Obama. Should vaping be banned in public spaces? Some concerns have been raised about the contruction of log cabins in gardens. Richie and Frances remember the Bás Beatha booklet being distributed.

Eamon was attacked while cycling in Dublin City. Frank is concerned about our level of preperation in the event of an emergency. Listeners are divided on whether or not the president should be able to speak Irish. Dr. Liqa Ur Rehman tells us about the racism he and his colleagues are facing. Would you give up your seat on the bus?

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Listeners got in touch with the show over threats to our public representatives, and Nicole Greer talked the loss of her husband.

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Listeners get in touch to explain how their jobs are safe from the AI evolution.

Listeners got in touch to talk about the high fees they have had to pay to get their animals treated at the Vets.

Students right around the country are scrambling to find accommodation. Danielle and Brenda outline their alopecia journeys.

Many listeners were surprised what contestants on The Traitors Ireland would spend the cash prize on. School secretaries and caretakers are on strike. Community activist Joe Mooney on how he and others are standing up to crime. Clare caught a sweet moment on camera at Electric Picnic.

In the wake of this week's Taylor Swift news listeners tell us about their marriage proposals. Derek O'Connor, Culture Editor, RTÉ joins us to run through the greatest movie soundtracks that have been made. What should you do with medicines you no longer require?

Marie is annoyed by the messages and requests her company is getting. Listeners share their thoughts on what the withdrawal of UNIFIL will mean for Lebanon. School secretaries and caretakers have begun indefinite strike action. David and his friends ran from Chamonix to Marseille in France which is 465km and took 32.5 hours.

Aisling tells us about her CAO offer. Listeners share their experices of and thoughts on catcalling. Marie is concerned about securing a school place for her autistic son. More women share their experiences with the BreastCheck screening programme. Is it ok for sports people to lose their cool every now and then?

Crèche fees and places continue to cause stress for many. Listeners were not happy when the interval at Calamity Jane in the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre ran to 90 minutes due to a medical emergency. Nick was shocked at Daniil Medvedev's recent meltdown at the US Open.

Various listeners are concerned about the efficiency of the BreastCheck screening programme.Marie and Fiona tell us about their respective lives in the Navy and engineering. Callers share their opinions on whether or not a united Ireland is a good idea.

Gary wonders should American football be played in Ireland? Maire recently found two old photos in Dublin and is hoping to find their owner. Rebecca tells us how stressful it is to plan a wedding these days. Philip got in touch to tell us how he winters in Spain rather than Ireland.

The newly crowned Rose of Tralee Caitlin Cummins is an apprentice electrician and says she loves it. Listeners tell us about their experiences swimming in the River Liffey. Should we be doing more to encourage people to read?

Numerous listeners have witnessed illegal dumping in their area. Journalist and editor Emily Hourican is excited for the new Netflix series 'House of Guinness.' Nathan highlights how tough loneliness is to deal with.

School secretaries and caretakers are set to go on strike next week over pay and pension entitlements. Ex-soldier Paul O'Halloran turned shaman after a near-death experience in Lebanon 1979.

Numerous listeners are unhappy with L'Oréal hiring OnlyFans creator Ari Kytsya to promote products. Sarah and Sophia both had their e-bikes stolen. Munro Ruigrok tells Sarah about his son Colton who was diagnosed as profoundly deaf soon after birth. The weekend is finally here and Oasis are in town.

Listeners are worried about the rent reforms set to be introduced next year. Rachel has been driven crazy by a rat infestation in her house.

Brian has suffered from hearing loss and is not happy with the Specsavers ad for hearing aids. Martin has had to deliver 12 eviction notices due to the rental reforms coming into place next March. Naoive explains how her son drowed to death at the age of 21 two years ago. Brenda Donohoe looks back on meeting Oasis in Cork just under 30 years ago.

Joe is shocked that people attending a funeral got clamped. Helen explains what happened to her package. Anne is unhappy with the amount of seaweed at the beach in Salthill, Galway. Pat O'Leary speaks about the passing of his daughter Catherine. Listeners have mixed views on rewilding and whether or not seaweed should be cleared from beaches.

Paul and Doreen explain how they have used medication to deal with chronic pain. Seamus says the planning and organising around transport to the camogie yesterday was not good enough. Many students are worried about sourcing accommodation for the year ahead. Should there be more laws surrounding the use of e-scooters?

Peter is a baker and explains how rising costs are affecting him. Louise feels the laws around trespassing are inadequate. Barry is a world champion Irish dancer and was a keen GAA player but a back issue kept him from doing anything for a year. Listeners share their Braveheart stories ahead of the 30th anniversary of the release next month.

Why will Croke Park not be sold out this weekend for the All-Ireland camogie finals More parents are concerned about the cost of children returning to school. What's it like to find love again or later in life? Some listeners let us know.

Two Zara ads have been banned in the UK for featuring models that appeared 'unhealthily thin.' Many parents are worried about back to school costs. Anne's dog Penny is allergic to grass. Paddy and Tom outline the frustrating behaviour they've seen while driving on motorways. Enda tells us about his son Hugh.

Antoinette shares her story of how she fell into drug addiction. Many listeners are frustrated with how people drive on motorways. Ollie explains why the cost of the childcare he provides is going up. More listeners are worried what will happen their adult children when they pass away. Marie rescued a seagull who is now in her bathroom.