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Niall from the Midlands joins Dave and Fionnuala, he's very unhappy about not getting the category of sausages, because he struggles with jerseys
A man in Monaghan stole the same coffee machine three times in five days from Fleming's Department Store, and Dave and Fionnuala genuinely can't get over the cheek of it.Now the story's in court, and the only sensible response is to turn it into a full-on coffee pun challenge, as inspired by Colm O Regan on X. From “spilled the beans” to “serious grounds” and “mugged off”, listeners get involved and the puns get worse (and better) by the minute.
A commercial airline pilot allegedly flew for 20 years without the proper licence, and Dave and Fionnuala can't get over it. Does cop on outweigh qualifications? From pilots and doctors to radio presenters, sales, and even the guards, they argue it out and take your messages.
There was a K-pop tribute show in the SSE in Belfast on Thursday, and loads of parents genuinely thought they'd bought tickets for a “K-pop Demon Hunters” show… but it turns out it was a tribute to K-pop the genre, not the film.Since then, TikTok and social media have been absolutely dominated by the fallout - and Dave and Fionnuala are here with a handy little explainer of what actually happened, they turn it into pure chaos...
It's been a while since Dave and Fionnuala had to launch a full-on “song investigation”, but today's mystery is a proper head-melter -sparked by a TikTok from Caoimhe Ryan (@caoimheryan02) about her mum, a piano teacher, who can't place where a certain piece of music is from.The theories fly in: insurance ads, First Dates, the TV licence, the consent ad, even Pixar.But after a flood of messages and some serious detective work, the gang finally track it down… and yes, it brings them right back to COVID and an unforgettable HSE campaign.
Lent starts today and Fionnuala doesn't have full faith in Dave that he can give up sweet treats so she's called in some extra help...
Lent kicks off tomorrow and Dave is preparing to give up something very special to him......Fionnuala doesn't think he can do it!
TV critic James Dempsey joins Fionnuala to discuss the season 1 finale of Heated Rivalry - "The Cottage".Get bonus episodes of Flop Culture on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
iSPY AKA Ireland's biggest game of hide and seek has its first ever winner… and it's absolute madness.Dave and Fionnuala are live when the call comes in: Melissa has FOUND Micheál, Shane and Ella - and bagged the €5,000. The clues? Festival, Arts and Culture and Wild Atlantic Way… and a whole lot of wrong guesses pointing northwest.So how did she do it? From social stalking to scrolling Booking.com listings, Melissa pieces it all together, spots the yellow cushions, and drives from Tullamore to Galway with a full car of kids.
Donegal Tuesday is back, and so is Charlie Doherty. One year on, Dave and Fionnuala reunite with the legend himself outside Barr and Chaladh, the trends are back!
A squirrel has invaded the pitch… not once, but twice. Dave and Fionnuala can't get over the scenes at Hull City vs Bristol City, where the ground staff were left trying (and failing) to catch it.From there, it turns into a surprisingly passionate debate: what are the hardest things to catch? A coin that's rolling away, a receipt in the wind, loose paper money, chickens, sheep… and, inevitably, children who've decided they're not going anywhere.
Fionnuala and Orlaith recap Heated Rivalry season 1, episode 5 - "I'll Believe In Anything".Subscribe to Pod Save Us here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fionnuala and Alex recap Heated Rivalry season 1, episode 4 - "Rose".Follow Alex on Instagram and TikTok! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A tuairim ar an méid atá ag tarlú i Minnesota, an stát a bhfuil sé ag cur fúithi ann.
Labhraíonn Fionnuala Gygax faoina taithí ar an ard án i Playboy of the Western World sa National i Londain, agus faoina cuid aisteoireachta agus tograí móra eile ag teacht go luath.
Dave and Fionnuala tackle the sticky subject of family gatherings and how to navigate the pressure that comes with them. They dive into Chloe's dilemma - a woman feeling overwhelmed by her husband Edwin's large family after a chaotic Christmas spent surrounded by screaming kids and loud relatives.Do you feel obligated to attend every family event, or is it acceptable to take a step back?
Dave and Fionnuala dive into the hot topic of cursing, triggered by the Irish version of The Traitors making waves across the UK with its bad language. Is Ireland really at the top of the cursing league table? With the Aussies, Poles, and even New Yorkers in the mix, this episode is packed with laughs and surprising insights. Who do you think swears the most? Tune in and find out!
Join Dave and Fionnuala as they dive into the hot topic of tipping! With new research revealing that two-thirds of people in Ireland feel pressured to tip, the conversation gets lively as they share their own tipping habits - what prompts generosity and what holds them back.From haircuts to taxis, you won't believe what they discover about the social pressures we face when it comes to gratuities. Have you ever tipped more than you intended?
Dave and Fionnuala are admiring Irish Actor Gerard Jordan who has 8 kids with another on the way. We ask for your big family advice...
Dinner decisions can be some of the toughest. Dave and Fionnuala start a lively debate on batch cooking versus fresh meals, with listeners chiming in about their experiences, from juggling multiple diets to finding easy dinner solutions. Is it better to whip up a culinary masterpiece every evening or to rely on those trusty frozen meals?
is there a right way to park your car? Join Dave and Fionnuala as they dive into the world of reversing into parking spaces versus driving in headfirst.Dave shares his inner turmoil that had him feeling “dirty” for not reversing in. He rashly decides to leave the studio and return to the car while on air to reverse his car in the right way!
Writer and BookToker Bronwyn O'Neill joins Fionnuala to discuss Heated Rivalry season 1, episode 3 "Hunter".Follow Bronwyn on TikTok! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Beidh an gheamaireacht Aladdin a léiriú ag aisteoirí Ghaoth Dobhair in Amharclann Ghaoth Dobhair ar feadh trí oíche an tseachtain seo. Tá cléir óg agus stiurthóir óg ar gheamaireacht na bliana seo agus labhair Conor Ó Gallchóir le roinnt acu an tseachtain seo.
Drag star and podcaster Victoria Secret joins Fionnuala to discuss Heated Rivalry season one, episode two - "Olympians".The Vanity Fair article mentionedListen to Petty Little Things wherever you get your podcasts!Get bonus episodes of Flop Culture on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
New year, new goals... 2026 is the year where we bring you Dave and Fionnuala jerseys. Help us create our jersey crest!
Dave and Fionnuala dive into the 2016 nostalgia that seems to have taken over half of Tiktok users. Why are we obsessed with bringing 2016 back?
Dave and Fionnuala celebrate a momentous win on Achill Island! Meet Kathleen, our latest lucky cash machine winner, who shares her emotional journey after securing an incredible €75,000. From disbelief to joy, Kathleen recounts how this life-changing moment unfolded while she was at home with her family. With four kids in the mix, she knows just how much this win means for her household.
Real Weddings with Sara – The Bridal Series | Episode 2: Fionnuala Jones ...Celebrate Your Own Way!In this episode, Sara is coming to you from the beautiful Station House Hotel in Meath, an award-winning boutique hotel, as part of The Bridal Suite Series. ✨ Be sure to check out more about this stunning venue on https://www.stationhousehotel.ie Sara is joined by broadcaster and podcaster Fionnuala Jones (aka Fionnuala Jay), who shares the story of her twice-as-nice wedding celebrations with her partner Cian Roche.
Inspired by her father's diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, former CNN and RTÉ journalist Fionnuala Sweeney, explores both the challenges and the constantly evolving therapies, for dementia, providing listeners with a comprehensive understanding of the symptoms and how to live well longer.Professor Seán Kennelly, Head of the Institute of Memory and Cognition at Tallaght University Hospital and Consultant Geriatrician and Fionnuala both joined Pat to chat about the The Many Faces Of Alzheimer's podcast.
Cén cás dlí atá ann do chinneadh Stát Aontaithe Mheiriceá Uachtarán Veiniséala Nicolas Maduro a thógáil amach as a thír ag an deireadh seachtaine?
New year, big dreams. Dave and Fionnuala test the waters to see how many iRadio listeners would be willing to get on a bus from Portlaoise to Prague for the World Cup Qualifier in March...
New year, new possibilities, let Dave and Fionnuala share some of their 2026 predictions with you. Ireland winning the world cup, Roscommon winning the Sam Maguire, Fionnuala becoming a darts pro... everything is a possibility!
Fionnuala is joined by writer Carl Kinsella to discuss Michael Flatley's magnum opus Blackbird.Buy Carl's book At Least It Looks Good From Space here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave and Fionnuala chat to the one and only father-daughter comedy duo, Pat Shortt and Faye Shortt! You can find tickets for their upcoming 'Knuckle Down' tour on PatShortt.com
Help us figure out who needs to get coal this year... From problematic parking habits to frustrated drivers facing the wrath of Galway City Council's latest changes, Dave and Fionnuala don't hold back. They even tackle FIFA's head honcho and the rise of AI dependency in daily life.
Edel Ní Loibhéad ag caint le priomhoide Scoil Fhionnbarra, Béal Atha an Ghaorthaidh agus oifigeach caidrimh poiblí Aerphort Chorcaí.
Fionnuala is joined by Cian Sullivan and Louise Bruton to unpack the year in music for 2025.For the month of December, 50% of all Patreon earnings will be donated to Critical - sign up at patreon.com/flopcultureGive the gift of Flop Culture this Christmas at patreon.com/flopculture/gift Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fionnuala is joined by artist and musician Melina Malone to discuss Majestic Casual, the music discovery platform.Melina plays Dublin's Sugar Club on December 29th - get tickets here!Get ad-free episodes and bonus episodes on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join Dave and Fionnuala as they gear up for the highly anticipated return of their Christmas quiz at Mo Chara, Dundalk! Vinnie, Paul and Cillian give us an exclusive announcement...
The old man says he doesn't think he'll bother with Christmas this year – “what with everything”. By which he means, what with it being the first one since the old dear – yeah, no – pegged it. Sorcha goes, “Oh my God, Chorles, Fionnuala was such a Christmas person. She'd want you to celebrate it.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Comedian and host of Venting, Julie Jay joins Fionnuala to discuss the seminal television show My So-Called Life.Listen to Venting wherever you get podcasts!Follow Julie Jay on Instagram and TikTok!Get bonus episodes on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dave and Fionnuala break down anticipated Spotify Wrapped day! Are you brave enough to own your own Spotify Wrapped, or do you have excuses lined up?
Dave and Fionnuala dive into conversation about the controversial introduction of tasers for members of An Garda Síochána. As Dublin, Waterford, and Kilkenny become the testing grounds for this pilot project, the duo raise the question: what alternative non-lethal weapons could be used instead? Together, they share amusing suggestions ranging from the classic flick of a tea towel to the unconventional 'wet salmon' technique.
Let's debate the significance of license plate registrations in Ireland.... Personal preferences collide, with Dave and Fionnuala defending their chosen counties. Will you side with Team Leitrim or Team Roscommon?
Zeda The Architect joins Fionnuala to discuss the current state of body diversity in the fashion industry.Follow Zeda here!Get bonus episodes of Flop Culture on Patreon - patreon.com/flopculture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join Dave and Fionnuala as they gear up for a festive evening at Mo Chara in Dundalk on Thursday December 11th! They're back with the much-anticipated Christmas quiz, after last year's sold-out success, this time there are two grand worth of prizes at stake.Expect delicious hams, biscuits, and the enchanting sounds of a live string quartet. Dave and Fionnuala also have an exclusive Posh Pop clue to share with you, only here on the show!Don't miss your chance to get first dibs on tickets . Tune in to find out how to secure your spot for a night of fun and prizes!
Dave and Fionnuala tackle the wild world of ridiculous emergency calls that leave everyone scratching their heads. From a packet of crisps causing a stir on a bus to calls about aggressive bird nests, you won't believe what people have summoned the guards for!They also discuss a groundbreaking trial in the UK involving the first AI police officer, Bobby. This chatbot can handle non-emergeny questions, but can it replace the real Gardaí when it comes to ludicrous situations?
Dave and Fionnuala dive into what makes a good neighbour, inspired by a survey from Lily O'Brien chocolates. They uncover the top traits that Irish people appreciate in their neighbours - keeping the noise down, taking in parcels, and even sharing a friendly hello!What else makes the cut? From bringing in bins to keeping an eye on your house while you're away, the duo explores the quirks of neighbourly life. Plus, there's a cheeky mention of those peculiar habits typical in certain areas...
Tá sean chleachtadh ag an phobal a bhíonn ag treabh saol na Gaeilge ar shuíomh PEIG.ie ach ón lá inniu ar aghaidh beidh deireadh leis an suíomh sin agus suíomh úr Scéal.ie a bheas ag teacht ina áit.
Gerldine Ní Ghionnáin, coiste eagraithe Cúnamh do Fionnuala ag labhairt faoin bhfeachtas GoFundMe atá ar bun acu do Fionnuala Ní Ghiobúin Uí Dhubháin.