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Starting on Tuesday February 3rd, Ciara Kelly and Shane Coleman will bring you The Hard Shoulder, your essential drive-time companion. From politics to pop culture, and everything in between - they'll bring you the stories that really matter, with lively debate, sharp insight and excellent analysis. Listen to the Hard Shoulder podcast on the Go Loud app, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Dublin players are reportedly set to refuse to appear in front of Allianz-branded signage during the forthcoming National Leagues. There have been calls for the GAA to cut ties with Allianz which through its German parent company, was among a series of companies listed in a report by UN special rapporteur on Human Rights in the Occupied Palestinian Territories. Daniel Epstein O'Dowd, Representative for the Jewish Community in Ireland, joined Ciara Kelly on the show to discuss.
A public register of convicted domestic abusers is to be established under new legislation which will also strengthen the law on sexual consent. The legislation known as “Jennie's Law' will receive pre-legislative scrutiny at the Justice Committee later today Jason Poole, Jennifer Poole's Brother, will be part of today's discussion and he joined Ciara Kelly on the show to discuss.
There should be a greater emphasis on equity, inclusion and diversity in schools to address the reduced sense of belonging reported by marginalised student groups. That's according to a new report on wellbeing in our schools from the Economic and Social Research Institute. Dr Caoimhe Dempsey, Report Author & Lecturer, University Colleg,e joined Ciara Kelly on the show to discuss.
Dublin players are reportedly set to refuse to appear in front of Allianz-branded signage during the forthcoming National Leagues. There have been calls for the GAA to cut ties with Allianz which through its German parent company, was among a series of companies listed in a report by UN special rapporteur on Human Rights in the Occupied Palestinian Territories. Daniel Epstein O'Dowd, Representative for the Jewish Community in Ireland, joined Ciara Kelly on the show to discuss.
There should be a greater emphasis on equity, inclusion and diversity in schools to address the reduced sense of belonging reported by marginalised student groups. That's according to a new report on wellbeing in our schools from the Economic and Social Research Institute. Dr Caoimhe Dempsey, Report Author & Lecturer, University Colleg,e joined Ciara Kelly on the show to discuss.
A public register of convicted domestic abusers is to be established under new legislation which will also strengthen the law on sexual consent. The legislation known as “Jennie's Law' will receive pre-legislative scrutiny at the Justice Committee later today Jason Poole, Jennifer Poole's Brother, will be part of today's discussion and he joined Ciara Kelly on the show to discuss.
US President Donald Trump has said that Denmark has not been able to do anything to get the "Russian threat" away from Greenland. This latest remark comes as EU leaders will convene an emergency summit this week to consider how to push back the US president's ambitions to take over the island and hit allies with fresh tariffs. Adrienne Murray, a Copenhagen-based journalist, joined Ciara Kelly on the show to discuss.
77 cases of children subject to care orders have been released by the child law project today. The reports contain information from anonymized reports on child law cases that are closed to the public in the Irish Courts. It includes a case where a three-month-old boy sustained “several fractures”, including to his skull,l under his parents' care. Executive Director of The Child Law Project, Dr Carol Coulter, joined Ciara Kelly on the show to discuss.
Cosmetic clinics are warning that on a weekly basis they are receiving multiple requests from under 18s seeking aesthetic Treatments such as lip filler and Botox. There have been renewed calls to strengthen legislation to stop unregistered Botox injectors from giving treatments. Professor Caitriona Ryan, Consultant Dermatologist with the Institute of Dermatology, joined Ciara Kelly on the show to discuss.
US President Donald Trump has said that Denmark has not been able to do anything to get the "Russian threat" away from Greenland. This latest remark comes as EU leaders will convene an emergency summit this week to consider how to push back the US president's ambitions to take over the island and hit allies with fresh tariffs. Adrienne Murray, a Copenhagen-based journalist, joined Ciara Kelly on the show to discuss.
Cosmetic clinics are warning that on a weekly basis they are receiving multiple requests from under 18s seeking aesthetic Treatments such as lip filler and Botox. There have been renewed calls to strengthen legislation to stop unregistered Botox injectors from giving treatments. Professor Caitriona Ryan, Consultant Dermatologist with the Institute of Dermatology, joined Ciara Kelly on the show to discuss.
77 cases of children subject to care orders have been released by the child law project today. The reports contain information from anonymized reports on child law cases that are closed to the public in the Irish Courts. It includes a case where a three-month-old boy sustained “several fractures”, including to his skull,l under his parents' care. Executive Director of The Child Law Project, Dr Carol Coulter, joined Ciara Kelly on the show to discuss.
The government has failed to adequately address the rising cost of electricity, and we “risk pricing ourselves out of prosperity”. That's the view of Conor Skehan Sunday Independent Columnist, who joined Ciara Kelly on the show this morning to discuss.
The government has failed to adequately address the rising cost of electricity, and we “risk pricing ourselves out of prosperity”. That's the view of Conor Skehan Sunday Independent Columnist, who joined Ciara Kelly on the show this morning to discuss.
The US has announced new sanctions targeting Russia's two largest oil companies in an effort to pressure Moscow to negotiate a peace deal in Ukraine. It comes as the EU also announces its own sanctions, including energy and trade. Dr Jenny Mathers, Department of International Politics at Aberystwyth University joined Ciara Kelly on the show.
A new EU ‘pay transparency' law coming in next June could transform how Irish workplaces handle pay. An IBEC survey this week shows many companies aren't ready for the changes or even sure how they'll work in practice. Nichola Harkin, head of employment law at IBEC joined Ciara Kelly on the show to discuss.
The 2025 Irish Life Dublin marathon takes place this Sunday. 66-year-old Seamus Cawley from Limerick is one of the originals who ran the very first marathon in 1980 and spoke to Ciara Kelly on the show this morning.
The US has announced new sanctions targeting Russia's two largest oil companies in an effort to pressure Moscow to negotiate a peace deal in Ukraine. It comes as the EU also announces its own sanctions, including energy and trade. Dr Jenny Mathers, Department of International Politics at Aberystwyth University joined Ciara Kelly on the show.
A new EU ‘pay transparency' law coming in next June could transform how Irish workplaces handle pay. An IBEC survey this week shows many companies aren't ready for the changes or even sure how they'll work in practice. Nichola Harkin, head of employment law at IBEC joined Ciara Kelly on the show to discuss.
The 2025 Irish Life Dublin marathon takes place this Sunday. 66-year-old Seamus Cawley from Limerick is one of the originals who ran the very first marathon in 1980 and spoke to Ciara Kelly on the show this morning.
This morning on Newstalk Breakfast with Ciara Kelly and Shane Coleman, they spoke about bringing your children to the pub.It's a topic that gathers a lot of mixed reviews amongst people. So, the question is: would you bring your kids to the pub?Andrea is joined by listeners to discuss.
“AI Slop” is one of the terms of the year, referring to the junk created by AI, taking up space on online platforms. Spotify has announced some measures it's taking to tackle the issue on its platform. Newstalk's Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly joined Ciara Kelly on the show.
Yesterday saw the Pittsburgh Steelers claim victory at Ireland's first NFL game, but on Friday night, their reserve quarterback Skylar Thompson was reportedly assaulted and robbed in Dublin city centre. Gary Gannon, Social Democrats TD and the Party's Spokesperson for Justice, joined Ciara Kelly on the show.
Europe persevered in the Ryder Cup over the weekend in New York thanks to a crucial putt from Shane Lowry. But what caught the attention of so many wasn't the golf… It was the behavior of some American fans who were hurling abuse at the players. Ciara Kelly was joined by Law Lecturer at the University of Galway Larry Donnelly.
Europe persevered in the Ryder Cup over the weekend in New York thanks to a crucial putt from Shane Lowry. But what caught the attention of so many wasn't the golf… It was the behavior of some American fans who were hurling abuse at the players. Ciara Kelly was joined by Law Lecturer at the University of Galway Larry Donnelly.
“AI Slop” is one of the terms of the year, referring to the junk created by AI, taking up space on online platforms. Spotify has announced some measures it's taking to tackle the issue on its platform. Newstalk's Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly joined Ciara Kelly on the show.
Yesterday saw the Pittsburgh Steelers claim victory at Ireland's first NFL game, but on Friday night, their reserve quarterback Skylar Thompson was reportedly assaulted and robbed in Dublin city centre. Gary Gannon, Social Democrats TD and the Party's Spokesperson for Justice, joined Ciara Kelly on the show.
In this week's episode, we ask ‘how do we handle that person who seems to have a knack for getting under our skin at work?'I'm joined by Dr Richard Hogan, a Psychotherapist who sees this kind of thing all the time. He's a bestselling author, the star of RTÉ's Raised by The Village, and co-host of the hit podcast They F**k You Up with Dr Ciara Kelly. In this conversation, we explore how to navigate challenging relationships at work (but, of course, this can be applied in many environments!). We talk about managing stress, setting boundaries, and avoiding burnout - all while keeping your cool and doing your best.Richard helps us rethink those difficult people in our lives, encouraging us to view them not as tyrants, but as potential teachers. Whether you're dealing with a work bully or just someone who causes you stress, this conversation offers practical advice for surviving and thriving in challenging relationships.You can find Richard on www.therapyinstitute.ie. Pick up his books Parenting the Screenager & Home is Where the Start is and don't forget to check out his podcast with Dr Ciara Kelly They F**k You Up.If you're new to the series, why not take the time to go back and catch up on the wonderful interviews that you may have missed!Visit www.dermotwhelan.com for more information and don't forget my new book Busy and Wrecked is out now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
At least 17 hundred are dead following an earthquake in Myanmar this weekend, while hundreds remain trapped in the rubble. Ciara Kelly was joined by Ciarán Donnelly, Senior Vice President for Crisis Response, Recovery & Development at the International Rescue Committee.
At least 17 hundred are dead following an earthquake in Myanmar this weekend, while hundreds remain trapped in the rubble. Ciara Kelly was joined by Ciarán Donnelly, Senior Vice President for Crisis Response, Recovery & Development at the International Rescue Committee.
The good doctor Ciara Kelly was in the house to discuss our listeners ailments - from shaky hands to ingrown toenails.
More than 52% of Gen Z people said they would be in favour of turning the UK into a dictatorship, that's according to new research by Channel 4.Brendan Kelly, Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity college Dublin joins Ciara Kelly to discuss this interesting revelation.
Tom Hand, whose daughter Emily was held hostage by Hamas, speaks to Ciara Kelly about the controversy surrounding Michael D Higgins' speech at the Holocaust Memorial Event.A number of protesters walked out during President Michael D Higgins's speech at the Holocaust Memorial Day event on Sunday.
Tom Hand, whose daughter Emily was held hostage by Hamas, speaks to Ciara Kelly about the controversy surrounding Michael D Higgins' speech at the Holocaust Memorial Event.A number of protesters walked out during President Michael D Higgins's speech at the Holocaust Memorial Day event on Sunday.
Have businesses become too dog friendly? Earlier today on Newstalk, Irish Independent Journalist Rosalyn Dee told Ciara Kelly about she takes her dog to churches…Is that a step too far? Where should the line be drawn?Andrea is joined by listeners to discuss.
Dr Ciara Kelly, Newstalk Breakfast presenter, joined Kieran on The Hard Shoulder to discuss some of her favourite books…
After nearly two years, the DUP has struck a deal to re-establish the power-sharing executive. Amanda Ferguson, a freelance journalist, discusses this significant development with Ciara Kelly.
Ciara Kelly, in her recent article for the Irish Independent, titled "Female Pain and Medical Symptoms Are Too Often Dismissed — This Bias Endangers the Health of Women and Girls," sheds light on a concerning issue. Joining her this morning is Lisa Tierney Keogh, an endometriosis patient and writer, to discuss the prevalence of women's pain being ignored or underestimated.
Ciara Kelly spoke on Newstalk Breakfast this morning about female pain being dismissed. Is this a common experience for women in Ireland?Andrea was joined by listeners to discuss...
First fortnight Ireland's mental health festival has been in full swing for the last two weeks, Clare met CEO Maria Fleming to hear about the research behind the stunning events. We hear the neuroscientist view on new years resolutions and Ciara Kelly talks about 100 days of walking following two hip replacements
A Status Yellow Low-Temperature warning has been issued for the entire country, with temperatures set to drop to around –5 degrees in some areas. Alan O'Reilly of Carlow Weather joined Ciara Kelly on the show...
We're dipping back into the archives this week and bringing you one of our most popular interviews of 2023. Ciara Kelly co-presents the Newstalk breakfast show with Shane Coleman and in this no holds barred conversation from Feb 2023, we get stuck right into so many topics from women in media and twitter users versus radio show texters, to pronouns, gender identity, and the right to hold an opinion that may not be too popular. I also learn about what Ciara was like in school and how she ended up as a GP. This episode, if I say so myself, is podcast gold!COMEDY - The Mario Rosenstock Podcast hotline started buzzing as soon as we announced that Ciara was to be my special guest.The Mario Rosenstock Podcast is produced by Patrick Haughey, AudioBrand
We're joined this week by radio host Ciara Kelly, and as Ciara traces back through her story of getting into media, Gary has to admit that their relationship got off to a rocky start, and Ciara tells us about her morning routine and how her Christmas food plans are already well underway. And there's some communal commiserating over serving people who just don't realise what they've ordered.There's more kitchen gadget tips – including Gareth's key advice on how to, literally, weigh up a good cooking buy.And the best biscuits and livening up the weekly recipe routine are all on the agenda with your questions.
'The war on drugs has failed' - that is the view of Sir Richard Branson, entrepreneur and founder of the Virgin Group.Sir Richard Branson joined Ciara Kelly on Newstalk Breakfast to discuss...
Bacon and eggs, bread and butter, Tom and Jerry are just some of the more iconic duos in the world. A new poll as fish and chips as the world most iconic duo. Our very own dynamic duo, Newstalk Breakfast's Shane Coleman and Ciara Kelly joined Kieran to discuss this on The Hard Shoulder...
At one stage during our chat, Shane Coleman broke into a quite excellent impression of former finance minister Charlie McCreevy. Unfortunately I couldn't convince him to do a few more, but we did get stuck into a few political topics, as you might expect. Shane was one of Ireland's leading political correspondents in print media for many years before joining Newstalk as political editor followed by his current position of presenter of Newstalk breakfast with co-host Ciara Kelly. So of course in our chat we talk about politics but Shane is a man with many interests so we also chat about things like League of Ireland football, the Ryan Tubridy / RTE affair and his passion for fashion! COMEDY:David McWilliams reminisces about his school days during a recent episode of his podcast – and as usual, producer and co-host John is not happy with the direction things take. Produced by Patrick Haughey, AudioBrand
It's never easy to pick easy to pick highlights from the series because there genuinely is far too much to choose from. So I've tried to find a few clips that represent the wide range of guests, topics, and laughs that we tend to have on this show every week. So what's coming up? Jarlath Regan of the brilliant ‘Irishman Abroad' podcast will be talking about why he took up running during Covid, how beneficial it has been for his mental health, and teaming up with Sonia O'Sullivan to make a whole podcast series dedicated to running! Newstalk's Ciara Kelly will talk about some of the obstacles that she faced being a woman trying to carve out a career as a broadcaster. And we also talk about the perilous nature of expressing opinions these days. MEP Maria Walsh talks about coming out publicly right after winning the rose of Tralee and the journey she went on afterwards. And Keith Duffy talks about the very early days of Boyzone, why he has an issue with Irish audiences, and that infamous Late Late show appearance when Gay Byrne was a little bit rude to them, to put it mildly. I hope you enjoy the show Mario Produced by Patrick Haughey, AudioBrand
In this episode Cally talks to doctor and broadcaster Ciara Kelly about controversy, kids, Covid, career reinvention, workaholism, medicine, Twitter, trolls, Ireland, ageing, image, standing up, standing out, finding your voice and airing cupboards. Insta: @ciarakellydoc More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: @callybeaton Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions Instagram: @podpeopleuk Music by Jake Yapp Cover art by Jaijo Sales & advertising: info@theloniouspunkproductions.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ciara Kelly co-presents the Newstalk breakfast show with Shane Coleman and it is her job to have a clear and comprehensive opinion on pretty much anything that can crop up in the news, and she certainly does that job very well. In this no holds barred conversation, we get stuck right into so many topics from women in media and twitter users versus radio show texters, to pronouns, gender identity, and the right to hold an opinion that may not be too popular. I also learn about what Ciara was like in school and how she ended up as a GP. This episode, if I say so myself, is podcast gold! COMEDY The Mario Rosenstock Podcast hotline has been buzzing this week when we announced that Ciara was to be my special guest. Press play to hear the messages. The Mario Rosenstock Podcast is produced by Patrick Haughey, AudioBrand