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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.

Listeners get in touch about the problems they have encountered with the Apprenticeship programs, what treatments are available for children with nut allergies Una describes life as a parent of a grown adult with intellectual disabilities A listener described their wonderful day up in Dublin

Listeners share their experiences of caring for their adult children with disabilities. Geraldine explains what she witnessed on a recent trip to Dublin city centre.

Tony is worried what will happen to his daughter Aoife when he and his wife pass away. The ‘Bó Bainne' cow sculpture at the Moorepark Roundabout in Fermoy has been vandalised. Mary explains what happened when her son Anthony was involved in a motorbike accident. Listeners react to Government plans in relation to back garden cabins.

Reaction to the EU-US Trade Deal that will see the introduction of tariffs. Former US president Barack Obama and his wife have been invited to accept their Freedom of the City of Dublin. It has been announced that synthetic cannabinoid HHC or Hexahydrocannabinol has been classified as an illegal drug.

Pauline tells us about her son who has been missing since January. Ruth explains what happened when she injured her ankle while in America. James explains his frustrations with the Decision Support Service (DSS). Avid surfer Caoimhe rescued someone who got into distress while swimming in the sea.

Is it ok for Irish people to support the England national team in the Women's European Championship final this weekend?Following on from Anne's story yesterday Mary explains what happened when her dad Passed away. More listeners share their experiences of racism. We build up to this weekend's All-Ireland Senior Football Championship final.

Anne explains why she is frustrated with AIB. Colette works in Woddies in Glasnevin and they've recently spotted a visitor. Gerry is being driven crazy by seagulls in Balbriggan. Siobhan is trying to avail of the Warmer Homes Scheme for her sister.

Buchra on the ongoing situation in Gaza as people continue to try cope without aid. Roisin explains how a passing jogger helped her and her children when they got into difficulty in a river in Kilkenny. Listeners share their stories and give reaction following an alleged assault on an Indian man.

Jennifer explains what she witnessed last weekend. Cathal and Liam's opinons differ on health labelling on alcohol products. Kim and her husband encountered flash flooding on their recent trip to the Marble Arch Caves in Co. Fermanagh.

Listeners share their stories of farm accidents. Reaction following the decision that there will be no homecoming event in Cork following their All-Ireland hurling final yesterday. The Irish Road Haulage Association has accused the Road Safety Authority of 'massaging' driver testing figures. Brian shares his experience of living with tinnitus.

Listeners share their experiences of dealing with tinnitus. Some feel the voting age should be lowered to 16 while others strongly disagree. Listeners are excited for the All-Ireland Senior hurling Championship final between Cork and Tipperary this weekend.

Further reaction to the €1450 back to school cost being reported. Three young fishermen helped to rescue swimmers who had gotten into distress in Rosslare Harbour. Many people feel the standard of public toilets in Ireland could be better. Milda and Brian tell us about the hobbies they took up a little later in life.

Listeners are frustrated at people damaging cars in car parks and not leaving their details. Marie wonders if the €1450 back to school cost being reported is exaggerated. Emma has to find a new home for her staffordshire bull terrier.