Podcast appearances and mentions of henry mckean

Over 150,000 Irish-born people live in London, and another 1 million have some sort of Irish heritage. Many young Irish are flocking to London, including Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal. Henry McKean met people connected to the London Irish Centre and met the young and old Irish outside Twickenham at the 6 Nations rugby match, and sent us this report.

As predicted, Jessie Buckley did the business at the Royal Festival Hall in London and picked up the Best Actress Bafta, the first for an Irish woman in that category ever. Henry McKean was there for us last night and got all glammed up. He joined us from outside the Baftas this morning.

Over 150,000 Irish-born people live in London, and another 1 million have some sort of Irish heritage. Many young Irish are flocking to London, including Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal. Henry McKean met people connected to the London Irish Centre and met the young and old Irish outside Twickenham at the 6 Nations rugby match, and sent us this report.

As predicted, Jessie Buckley did the business at the Royal Festival Hall in London and picked up the Best Actress Bafta, the first for an Irish woman in that category ever. Henry McKean was there for us last night and got all glammed up. He joined us from outside the Baftas this morning.

All eyes will be on London tonight as the BAFTA film awards take place. As was the case in the last few years, there is a strong Irish interest in many of the main awards. There is only one man we could send to such an auspicious event. Henry McKean joins Emmet Oliver from London to discuss.

Issues around anxiety are fueling sick days and a ‘worklessness' crisis. Is it time we tried to get over any stigma around asking and seeking help once and for all?Henry McKean has been finding out, and joins guest host Fionnuala Jones to discuss.

Issues around anxiety are fueling sick days and a ‘worklessness' crisis. Is it time we tried to get over any stigma around asking and seeking help once and for all?Henry McKean has been finding out, and joins guest host Fionnuala Jones to discuss.

As cash continues to die, we wanted to see if it was possible to spend a day just paying in cash and a day just paying with a card or contactless?Henry McKean was put to the task, and joins Shane to discuss how he got on…

Just 3 bus stops were built last year in Dublin, the year before it was 37. With 6 months of rain falling in 6 days, commuters are getting wet like never before. Henry McKean jumped on the bus to find out more, chatting to experts and passengers. He met Green Party Leader Roderic O'Gorman, who has raised the issue in the Dáil, and sent in this report.

Just 3 bus stops were built last year in Dublin, the year before it was 37. With 6 months of rain falling in 6 days, commuters are getting wet like never before. Henry McKean jumped on the bus to find out more, chatting to experts and passengers. He met Green Party Leader Roderic O'Gorman, who has raised the issue in the Dáil, and sent in this report.

It's Valentine's weekend so with thought we would bring you a special Kidstalk. Henry McKean met the kids at St Molagas Balbriggan, North County Dublin.

It's Valentine's weekend so with thought we would bring you a special Kidstalk. Henry McKean met the kids at St Molagas Balbriggan, North County Dublin.

Copper Face Jacks opened its doors 30 years ago this week. The landmark nightclub has had its moments. From 2011 All Ireland Football Champions - Dublin Captain Bryan Cullen's 'See you all in Copper's' speech to George Best having a pint, to guards and nurses finding love. But is the stereotype true, finding your life partner on the dance floor with a vodka and redbull? Last night we sent Copper Face Jacks Goldcard member Henry McKean down memory lane, going back 30 years and he sent us this report. With the people who make Coppers special, the revelers, bouncers and DJs

Copper Face Jacks opened its doors 30 years ago this week. The landmark nightclub has had its moments. From 2011 All Ireland Football Champions - Dublin Captain Bryan Cullen's 'See you all in Copper's' speech to George Best having a pint, to guards and nurses finding love. But is the stereotype true, finding your life partner on the dance floor with a vodka and redbull? Last night we sent Copper Face Jacks Goldcard member Henry McKean down memory lane, going back 30 years and he sent us this report. With the people who make Coppers special, the revelers, bouncers and DJs

Today is safter internet day and according to Cyber Safe Kids, more than half of children are at risk from online contact with strangers. In this major study, over 3,300 children and 1,700 parents were surveyed nationwide. And 25% of parents say they “do not understand” the games & apps their child uses. Henry McKean had a conversation with 6th class in The Harold School in Glasthule, Dublin, about online safety. He sent us this report.Also joining Shane to chat through this year's aim of making young kids ‘AI aware' is Dónal Mulligan from DCU School of Communications and host of ‘Enough about AI' podcast

Are we making our pets fat and not realising ? The Irish Blue Cross, the veterinary charity, is warning there is a hidden obesity crisis that may be shortening your pet's lifespan. Only 46% weigh their pets or not at all and 80% feed them treats or human food daily. Henry McKean reports.

Are we making our pets fat and not realising ? The Irish Blue Cross, the veterinary charity, is warning there is a hidden obesity crisis that may be shortening your pet's lifespan. Only 46% weigh their pets or not at all and 80% feed them treats or human food daily. Henry McKean reports.

Why do we just replace our goods when they break and not try and fix them? In developing countries like Brazil there are repairmen (women) to fix everything. Here in Ireland, generally we just replace. Henry McKean has been speaking to people in the circular economy and he sent us this report.

Why do we just replace our goods when they break and not try and fix them? In developing countries like Brazil there are repairmen (women) to fix everything. Here in Ireland, generally we just replace. Henry McKean has been speaking to people in the circular economy and he sent us this report.

The cabinet have agreed a complete ban on scramblers in public places. This is after the death of 16-year-old Grace Lynch in Finglas recently. The Minister for Transport, Darragh O'Brien, said the legislation will be in place in a matter of weeks. Saying we owe it to Grace and her family. But how widespread are Scramblers in communities in Dublin and how difficult will it be to enforce? Henry McKean joined Shane and Ciara.

The long-term forecast by Met Eireann is of low pressure and more rain and possibly more flooding. There could be snow in ten days.But with the poor weather, how do you stay positive with the constant rain? The heavy traffic, the flooding, the misery ? Newstalk Reporter Henry McKean joined Sean to discuss.

The long-term forecast by Met Eireann is of low pressure and more rain and possibly more flooding. There could be snow in ten days.But with the poor weather, how do you stay positive with the constant rain? The heavy traffic, the flooding, the misery ? Newstalk Reporter Henry McKean joined Sean to discuss.

The Rewind 1986 with Henry McKean 12pm Bank Holiday Monday the 2nd of February on Newstalk. It was the year of Top Gun. Crocodile Dundee and The Mission. Maradona and the Hand of God. The Challenger Space Shuttle disaster. Chernobyl. And the biggest hit of the year, Chris De Burgh's Lady in Red. Chris De Burgh talks about his friend Diana loving the song, how Pat Kenny influenced him to write it. And the song going to number 1 in 28 countries. It's the 40th anniversary

Last week we reported on Stillorgan Village Shopping Centre introducing paid parking. Which upset shoppers and tenants. So this week we decided to see how other cities and surrounding areas are coping with parking. So we sent Henry McKean to Cork to report.

Henry McKean, Newstalk Reporter, visited communities today who have experienced flooding brought by Storm Chandra. He joined Ciara Doherty to talk through it.

Given her profession, it might surprise you that Jessie Buckley did not grow up with a TV until she was a teenager. But, is this the way to grow up, or are some people missing out on memories of television as a child?Joining Séan to discuss is Henry McKean, who has been out asking the public.

Ireland's first shopping centre, Stillorgan Village, has introduced parking charges of €1.20 an hour. A modest amount for many, but it has had a knock on effect on footfall, with many shoppers staying away and some retailers withholding rent.Henry McKean was sent to investigate, and joins Ciara to discuss.

When an elderly relative dies, some people may have regrets on not spending enough time with them or not asking enough questions - but what questions should you ask your older relatives?Newstalk's Henry McKean has been asking the public, and joins Seán to discuss.

Are you the youngest, middle or eldest child? It turns out your place in the family doesn't define who you are. Researchers are calling it "The Birth Order Hoax." Middle child Henry McKean has been taking a closer look and he sent us this report.

The Newbridge Silverware company has announced that they will stop making silver plated cutlery and tableware in their factory in County Kildare. So, is this the end of an era, and when did we fall out of love with a once-beloved wedding gift?Henry McKean has been investigating, and joins Ciara to discuss.

Do we need to be more like the French and keep Sundays sacred? Closing the shops and forcing people to rest?Henry McKean has been asking the public, and joins Seán to discuss.

It's Blue Monday, the flawed theory made up 20 years ago, which says today is the most depressing day of the year. But for many, today actually is a sad, blue, depressing day. We sent Henry McKean to try cheer people up at a bus stop in Blackrock and Fad Saoil Sauna. He starts by speaking to a psychologist…

While we have a derelict site tax, but for some reason, a lot of them are left unpaid, and there are towns around the country dotted with vacant or derelict properties. Is there a way to bring them back into use to help with the housing crisis?Henry McKean has been investigating, and joins Seán to discuss.

The hot school meals programme provided to schools is not sustainable, and there are concerns over procurement, nutrition and waste, an Oireachtas committee heard this afternoon.It is now available to all 3,700 primary schools feeding up 682,000 children.But Educate Together say that the current model is not sustainable…Newstalk's Henry McKean has been investigating, and joins Ciara to discuss.

As part of the Pat Kenny Show's focus on crime we are going to turn to Cork. A shoplifting gang has been caught by Gardaí following a raid on a home in Cork. €10,000 worth of stolen goods, including shoes, spirits, drills, hoovers and toothpaste were recovered. But does Cork have a shoplifting problem like Dublin and do people in Cork feel safe? Henry McKean met people on the streets of Cork and sent us this report…

Jessie Buckley won Best Actress at last night's Golden Globes. Newstalk's Henry McKean visited Jessie's old school Ursuline Secondary School in Thurles and her home town of Killarney. Speaking to her old Principal, friends and even Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal themselves recently at the Hamnet Irish premiere.

Ireland's first purpose built senior living community has opened its doors to new residents. The Heritage Village is based on an Australian model, with a community hub that provides a range of supports from medical care to home maintenance. When finished it will have 160 homes, purpose built for over 55s with many still working. Supported living could help people downsize and help with the housing crisis. And keep the elderly out of nursing homes. Henry McKean toured the Heritage Village at Killenard, County Laois and sent this report.

Influencer James Kavanagh lost his yellow coat a few years ago and he still misses it. Why does losing an item of clothing or a ring sometimes hold such sentimental value? Why do so many of us struggle to be able to move on?Henry McKean has been out asking the public what they have lost, and joins Seán to discuss.

There has been a steady decline in part time weekend jobs, with a shift away from teenagers getting their first job at an early age. The decline of the ‘Saturday job' means young people are no longer ready for work in the modern work environment.Henry McKean has been out asking the public about work, and joins Ciara to discuss.

.It's the first day back for many. How are you feeling? Are you struggling? Do you hate your life? Do you question your existence? For many office workers today is their first day back to work. Do you look forward to it or do you dread it? Does it make you contemplate a change in your life? Is the transition back to work difficult? Is this the first day of new resolutions kicking in or failing? Henry Mckean reports....

Jessie Buckley won Best Actress at last night's Golden Globes. Henry McKean visited Jessie's old school Ursuline Secondary SchoolThurles, Co -Tipperary and met the students and the drama teacher.

Start the New Year with Henry McKean and special guests!

Henry's Christmas Cracker is a 2-hour special with special guests celebrating the festive season! Presented by Newstalk's Henry McKean.

Nearly two million people are travelling through Dublin Airport over Christmas. Henry McKean met with a number families reunited at the arrivals hall, including some meeting new baby relatives for the first time. He sent us this report…

Nearly 2 million people are travelling through Dublin Airport over Christmas.Henry McKean is live from Dublin Airport in Terminal 2, and joins Andrea to share what he's seeing!

Every year Merchant's Quay Ireland (MQI) hosts a Christmas celebration for people who are sleeping rough or using its services. Turkey and ham with all the trimmings, music, small gifts, and most importantly, a warm and safe place where people are welcomed by name. For many of MQI's clients, this is their only Christmas meal and the only sense of “home” they will have.Henry McKean went along, and joins Seán to discuss.

What's it like when adults return to the family home for Christmas, do they revert to their childlike behaviours like fighting over the remote?Henry McKean has been asking the public, and joins Seán to discuss.

Is it better to get no present than to get a bad one? What's the drama behind Kris Kindle?Henry McKean has been asking the public about the politics of gift giving, and joins Seán to discuss.

This Friday, most Office Christmas parties are taking place across Ireland. But have we learned anything from last year? The heavy drinking, the inappropriate hugging, the awkward moment on Monday morning when you had to face the person you snogged?Newstalk's Henry McKean has been asking the public for their stories, and joins Seán to discuss.

Michelle Obama says no one should see turning 35 as a deadline for marriage or success. So, what should you have done before that time comes around?Henry McKean has been asking the public, and joins guest host Tom Dunne to discuss.