Podcast appearances and mentions of henry mckean

Around 60,000 kids from around Ireland started school for the first time recently. We decided to follow junior infants from their first day and then recheck on them to see how they got on.Henry McKean joins Seán to share what he heard!

Last night has been described by Traitors Ireland fans as the best reality TV moment ever! But what makes a great liar?Henry McKean has been asking the public, and joins Kieran to discuss.

Have you noticed a rise in touchscreens in take aways, petrol stations and mobile phone shops?When you're ordering fast food, would you rather stab a greasy touchscreen, or talk to a human being?Henry McKean has been asking the public, and joins Seán to discuss!

Have you noticed a rise in touchscreens in take aways, petrol stations and mobile phone shops?When you're ordering fast food, would you rather stab a greasy touchscreen, or talk to a human being?Henry McKean has been asking the public, and joins Seán to discuss!

What is the etiquette around breaking up in 2025?Is it in person, a DM, a text or a ghosting?Henry McKean has been asking the public, and joins Seán to discuss!

What is the etiquette around breaking up in 2025?Is it in person, a DM, a text or a ghosting?Henry McKean has been asking the public, and joins Seán to discuss!

We are now going back to the 1990's, when the most successful mixed-sex pop group of all time got together. Steps have sold over 25 million records and are in Dublin today promoting their new musical 'Here and Now' at the Bord Gais Energy Theatre from the 23rd of September. Henry McKean met Steps and sent in this 90's nostalgia report!You can hear more from Steps on the Rewind - Celebrating 1997 on the October Bank Holiday Monday with Henry McKean. It would be a tragedy to miss it.

Unregulated AI chatbots pose a major threat to children online according to Ireland's child online safety charity, Cyber Safe Kids.To discuss further Kieran is joined by Newstalk's Henry McKean.

'Friendflation' is a new internet term, which defines the idea that it is too expensive nowadays to have too many friends, and all the dinners and nights out that go alongside it.Is this something you suffer from?Henry McKean has been asking the public, and joins Seán to share what he's heard.

'Friendflation' is a new internet term, which defines the idea that it is too expensive nowadays to have too many friends, and all the dinners and nights out that go alongside it.Is this something you suffer from?Henry McKean has been asking the public, and joins Seán to share what he's heard.

A lady was recently at a baby shower, and the mother to be was manifesting the sex of the baby, convinced it would work in her favour. Is this positive psychology actually borderline toxic on the basis there are some actual things that you can't possibly control or change?Henry McKean has been asking the public, and joins Seán to discuss.

A lady was recently at a baby shower, and the mother to be was manifesting the sex of the baby, convinced it would work in her favour. Is this positive psychology actually borderline toxic on the basis there are some actual things that you can't possibly control or change?Henry McKean has been asking the public, and joins Seán to discuss.

In advance of the Oasis gig, Richard Ashcroft was spotted walking around Stephen's Green in the company of some Irish wolfhounds. But the dogs weren't his – leading to the discovery that you can hire wolfhounds as part of a walking tour. Pickled with jealousy, Henry McKean declared if it's good enough for the former Verve frontman, it's good enough for him. Henry joins Séan to discuss.

In advance of the Oasis gig, Richard Ashcroft was spotted walking around Stephen's Green in the company of some Irish wolfhounds. But the dogs weren't his – leading to the discovery that you can hire wolfhounds as part of a walking tour. Pickled with jealousy, Henry McKean declared if it's good enough for the former Verve frontman, it's good enough for him. Henry joins Séan to discuss.

A US study found that the smallest daily moments of company gain a lift from human connection. Is that true?Henry McKean has been speaking with the public, and joins Seán to share what he's heard.

Fast-food is growing in Ireland, but has it gotten too expensive for what it is?In the US, McDonald's is cutting its prices after hearing complaints from its customers, who say that the fast-food chain - once known for its cheap and quick meals, is now nearly as pricey as higher-quality sit down restaurants.With more fast food giants entering the market - should we expect a lower tier of pricing?Newstalk's Henry McKean spoke with the public to hear their thoughts, and Kieran is joined by TV Chef and Culinary Lecturer at South East Technological University, Edward Hayden and Michelin-starred Chef and owner of Kombu, JP McMahon, to discuss.

Today over 65,000 students got their Leaving Cert Result. Henry McKean visited St Mary's Girls Secondary School Baldoyle Dublin as students got their results.

A US study found that the smallest daily moments of company gain a lift from human connection. Is that true?Henry McKean has been speaking with the public, and joins Seán to share what he's heard.

With the recent F1 success of Alex Dunne, the Netflix series ‘Drive to Survive' and the Formula One movie with Brad Pitt. Motor racing is even back in Vogue. So we decided to send Henry McKean to Mondello Park.

Vaping amongst teens is consistently linked to taking up smoking, marijuana and drink according to an umbrella review of existing research. To discuss further Kieran was joined by Newstalk Reporter Henry McKean.

Why do many of us have the fear of missing out? What is it that makes us feel we need to be somewhere, and does social media magnify it?Henry McKean has been out asking the public, and joins Seán to discuss.

Why do many of us have the fear of missing out? What is it that makes us feel we need to be somewhere, and does social media magnify it?Henry McKean has been out asking the public, and joins Seán to discuss.

Newstalk's own Henry McKean talks to Anton about Oasis' first of two Dublin concerts in Croke Park and brings us interviews with fans excited to see the Gallagher brothers after their long hiatus.

After their massive falling out Oasis are back together and are on stage at Croke Park tomorrow night. The Live 25 tour could bring in over €1 billion, their first gigs in over 16 years!Henry McKean has been soaking up the atmosphere in advance of the 2 night sold-out Croke Park gigs (after securing his own tickets), and joins Kieran to discuss.

Newstalk reporter Henry McKean went out to hear when your favourite swimming spots are and what do to in Dublin in the Summer!

‘It's been like 10 minutes.' That was tennis star Emma Raducanu asking the umpire for a crying child to be ejected at the Cincinnati Open match against Aryna Sabalenka. But, should babies even be at sporting events where players need concentration?Henry McKean has been out asking the public, and joins Kieran to share what he's heard.

Over 40% of people get caught without cash on them according to a recent survey, are we moving towards a cashless society or will cash always be king to some? Henry McKean reports.

Are we missing out by not living alone? One in five of us stick with a partner to keep living costs down and be under the same roof. What are the differences between going solo and pairing up?Henry McKean has been speaking with the public for their thoughts, and joins Seán to discuss.

Henry McKean looks back at the biggest events and meet the people who made a huge impact in the year 1985!From Live Aid with Bob Geldoff and Nik Kershaw, the biggest stories of the year with Jonathan deBurca Butler, activism with Grace O'Sullivan and David O'Callaghan from the Here and Back Again Podcast on pop culture - there is plenty to look back on!

Ahead of his show this Bank Holiday Monday looking back on the year, Henry McKean joins Kieran to rewind the clock to 1985!

Gen Z adults in the States, those currently in their teens and 20s, are becoming more frugal about what they spend on dates as they deal with higher living costs, according to a Bank of America survey. Is it similar here?Newstalk's Henry McKean has been out asking the public, and joins guest host Tom Dunne to share what he's heard.

Today is International Friendship Day!Henry McKean has been out asking people about friendships, and how to get out of toxic friendships. He joins guest host Mandy Johnston to share what he's heard.

A quarter of us stick to core office hours and go home at 5 on the dot. What does your job say about you? And does it define you?Henry McKean has been finding out, and joins Seán to discuss.

‘The rounds system needs to be burned to the ground.' This is what Tanya Sweeney, Irish Independent columnist and journalist, has to say about buying rounds when drinking. She explains why and Henry McKean has been gauging people's reaction on the street.

There has been a rise in affordable antique shops as new home owners look for a bargain and something with character. Moving away from the Swedish modern flatpack. Henry McKean visited Pete's Antiques and Macs Warehouse and sent this report.

Donegal take on Kerry on Sunday, in the All - Ireland Football final. The atmosphere and build up is hitting fever pitch at Downings GAA club (Clg Na Dunaibh) in Donegal, Henry McKean took a trip to Donegal and sent us this report.

Gardaí issued just over 900 fixed penalty notices in Dublin in the first six months of the year, with Finglas and Ballymun being the worst offenders. Why is this such a problem?Newstalk's Henry McKean has been investigating, and joins Seán to discuss.

Amal and George Clooney have a no phones rule for guests, their policy is to allow a safe and frank conversation. So, what rules do you have for your house guests and how long is too long for someone to stay?Newstalk's Henry McKean has been talking to the public, and joins Seán to share what he's heard.

Cork take on Tipperary on Sunday, in the All - Ireland Hurling Final. The first time these two sides have met in the final. The atmosphere and build up is hitting fever pitch, at J K Brackens GAA Club Templemore. Henry McKean took the trip to Tipp and he sent us this report.

EU cash for farmers or the Common Agricultural Policy could reduce or change in the next EU budgetary cycle in 2028. But, what would this mean for Irish farmers who receive over €2 billion in payments. Will farmers be able to keep the lights on if the money dries up?Henry McKean has been out to a mart speaking to farmers, and joins Kieran to discuss.

From Lego to the Rubik's Cube, Hamleys have released a list of the 100 top toys of all time. To mark its 265th birthday, the toy store giant has released a ‘hero' list. To discuss further, Kieran is joined by Henry McKean.

What age are we at our happiest, and does it surprise you that happiness can dip in your mid-forties, especially in women?Newstalk's Henry McKean has been happily investigating, and joins Seán to discuss.

It has been brought to our attention that bin companies are taking photos of our recycling and sending us letters in the post when we are doing it wrong. To discuss further we are joined by Henry McKean.

As the Irish summer is finally here with temperatures reaching a possible 30 degrees, we sent Henry McKean to try and find the best and biggest ice cream. He visited Curran's Service Station Ross Cross on the Old Dublin to Navan Road, near Tara County Meath, who sell foot-long 99s for €3.30. He sent this report.

A cyclist has claimed that he was given a ticket by a City of London Police officer under the Human Rights Act for cycling no handed. But, here in Ireland what is the law for cycling without holding onto the handlebars?Henry McKean has been investigating, and joins Seán to discuss.

NewsTalk's Henry McKean reports from campsites across the country, talking to tourists and campervan owners about the growing popularity of van life, the pressure on facilities, and how locals feel about the surge in this "mobile tourism."Listen here.

Has Ireland's love for pets has gone too far?With insights from pet owners, kids, a vet and even a pet bonding specialist, NewsTalk's Henry McKean reports on if our obsession with animals is bordering on 'too much.'Listen here

Students wanting to get into the US will be required to list all social media usernames for every platform they have used over the past 5 years, and make their private media profiles public.How do young people feel about this? Newstalk's Henry McKean has been asking, and joins Seán to share what he's heard…

It's time for some summer vibes! The weather here in Killaloe (where the show is taking place today) is stunning and the summer feels in full swing.Henry McKean has been chatting to locals and visitors and asking: is Killaloe paradise?

We use these roads, paths, and railways to make human connections every day. Bus routes are the heart of Ireland's connections, and along the way we have the opportunity to connect with strangers in a variety of ways.Henry McKean joins Seán to tell more, and share what conversations he had with strangers.(In partnership with Vodafone)