Podcasts about Irish Examiner

Brendan O'Brien and Simon Lewis look back on Saturday night's imperfect URC interpro between Munster and Leinster at Thomond Park. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining Sean Defoe to go through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Barry Kenny, Head of Corporate Communications at Iarnród Eireann; Valerie Cox, author & journalist; Fergus Finlay, columnist with the Irish Examiner & Former CEO of Barnardos; and Louisa Meehan of Woodview.

A judicial review of the Metrolink project has been withdrawn in what Transport Minister Darragh O'Brien has called "an early Christmas present". Paul Hosford, Acting Political Editor of the Irish Examiner, joined us on the show this morning.

A classic Christmas tale... thoughts about getting presents for our loved ones go from ‘I have plenty of time' to ‘Oh no' in the blink of an eye. But how do we course correct now that the damage has been done and the time lost? Lifestyle Editor and Saturday Weekend Magazine Columnist with The Irish Examiner, Esther McCarthy joined us on Newstalk Breakfast to present thoughtful last-minute gifts that just might save your Christmas...

A judicial review of the Metrolink project has been withdrawn in what Transport Minister Darragh O'Brien has called "an early Christmas present". Paul Hosford, Acting Political Editor of the Irish Examiner, joined us on the show this morning.

A classic Christmas tale... thoughts about getting presents for our loved ones go from ‘I have plenty of time' to ‘Oh no' in the blink of an eye. But how do we course correct now that the damage has been done and the time lost? Lifestyle Editor and Saturday Weekend Magazine Columnist with The Irish Examiner, Esther McCarthy joined us on Newstalk Breakfast to present thoughtful last-minute gifts that just might save your Christmas...

Caitriona Redmond, food writer and consumer columnist for the Irish Examiner

Christmas is a busy enough time for many, so why add extra stress?Denise O'Donoghue from the Irish Examiner joins Andrea with hacks to make your life easier around this period!

Joining Brendan to discuss the stories in this Sunday's newspapers are; Professor of Politics at DCU, Gary Murphy; Barrister and former Fianna Fail Minister, Mary Hanafin; Political Correspondent at the Irish Examiner, Louise Burne; and Public Policy Advisor, Oisin Coghlan.

Eimer McAuley, reporter with The Journal and Tadhg McNally, Political Reporter with the Irish Examiner look back on the weeks big stories.

Over the last twenty-five years, Ireland has changed. Our voices got louder. Our culture reached further, and some extraordinary people helped shape it all. From trailblazers in the arts and social change, to leaders in sport, music and on the big screen, we're counting down the most influential Irish people of the last 25 years. You, the listener, have been voting for who you think are the most influential people that moved us and inspired us as part of Newstalk's 25 of 25. And you have picked your winner for best trailblazer!Joining Ciara to discuss the results is Saoirse Hanley, Writer for The Irish Independent and Fergus Finlay, former CEO of Barnados and Columnist for the Irish Examiner.

Cork-born Josephine McNeill became the first Irish woman to head a diplomatic mission abroad in 1949. What would she make of this week's promotion of Helen McEntee to Minister for Defence and Foreign Affairs, almost eight decades after her own appointment?That's the question that Clodagh Finn asks. The Columnist with the Irish Examiner, author and Researcher of Women's History joins Seán to chat more about the first female envoy who paved the way in foreign affairs…

PJ talks to Emer Walsh of the Irish Examiner who has the scoop! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Up and down the country right now families and homes are facing up to a rampant dose of flu. Leaving many bedridden and unable to participate in normal life. But what's the correct attitude to have if you do come down with the flu? Esther McCarthy, Weekend Magazine Columnist with The Irish Examiner has been writing on this and chatted to Shane this morning.

Cork-born Josephine McNeill became the first Irish woman to head a diplomatic mission abroad in 1949. What would she make of this week's promotion of Helen McEntee to Minister for Defence and Foreign Affairs, almost eight decades after her own appointment?That's the question that Clodagh Finn asks. The Columnist with the Irish Examiner, author and Researcher of Women's History joins Seán to chat more about the first female envoy who paved the way in foreign affairs…

Up and down the country right now families and homes are facing up to a rampant dose of flu. Leaving many bedridden and unable to participate in normal life. But what's the correct attitude to have if you do come down with the flu? Esther McCarthy, Weekend Magazine Columnist with The Irish Examiner has been writing on this and chatted to Shane this morning.

Taoiseach's leadership comes under further pressure as Fianna Fáil TDs and senators demand to know when the party first heard about Jim Gavin's issue with a former tenant. All to discuss with Louise Burne Political Correspondent with the Irish Examiner

With beef prices rising could a veggie Christmas be the solution, Caitriona Redmond, food writer and consumer columnist for the Irish Examiner looks at some tatsy veggie options for Christmas.

PJ talks to Catherine Shannahan of the Irish Examiner who broke the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I am delighted to have Pádraig McGillicuddy, the third-generation proprietor of the Ballygarry Estate Hotel and Spa set over 100 aces outside Tralee in Co. Kerry as our guest this week. Ballygarry has recently been voted in the top 10 of the Irish Independent hotel awards, number 6 in the Tripadvisor awards and included recent Irish Examiner and Sunday Times Top 100 awards. I recently stayed in the brand new Cabins on the hotel grounds and I chat to Pádraig about these stunning new cabins and the history of this renowned Kerry family run hotel.Check out the Ballygarry Estate Hotel here https://www.ballygarry.comIf you haven't already, I'd ask you to give me a follow on whichever platform you listen to your podcasts and you will be the first to get a new episode.Fergal O'Keeffe is the host of Ireland's No.1 Travel Podcast Travel Tales with Fergal which is now listened to in 130 countries worldwide.Please follow onInstagram @traveltaleswithfergalFacebook @traveltaleswithfergalTwitter @FergalTravelYouTube @traveltaleswithfergal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining Brendan to dissect the stories making the headlines today, are Executive Director of TASC, Shana Cohen; Special Correspondent for the Irish Examiner, Mick Clifford; Chief Economist with Deloitte Ireland, Kate English; and John O'Brennan, Professor of European Politics at Maynooth University.

When 19-year-old Brianna Denison vanished from her friend's home in the early hours of January 20, 2008, the city of Reno, Nevada was on high alert, rallying to help find her and bring her home. As police worked with minimal evidence to find Brianna's abductor, they followed the DNA trail to the University of Nevada, Reno Campus, uncovering a predator who had been targeting students for months. Connect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Instagram: @bookofthedeadpodX: @bkofthedeadpodFacebook: The Book of the Dead PodcastTikTok: BookofthedeadpodOr visit our website at www.botdpod.comABC News. (2008a, January 22). FBI joins search for “Abducted” teen. https://abcnews.go.com/US/Story?id=4172264&page=2ABC News. (2008b, February 19). Body found in Reno is missing student. https://abcnews.go.com/TheLaw/story?id=4301456&page=1Being Brianna's Brother. (2018, January 28). Reno Gazette Journal, 7A.Bellisle, M. (2009, January 9). Four aggravating conditions cited for capital punishment. Reno Gazette Journal, 1A-7A.Bellisle, M., & Mullen, F. X., Jr. (2008, November 27). Biela had trouble with women, law. RGJ. https://ceadstorage.blob.core.windows.net/cead-images/NewsReportreBiela.pdfBiela gets life prison on top of death row. (2010, July 31). Nevada Appeal. https://www.nevadaappeal.com/news/2010/jul/31/biela-gets-life-prison-on-top-of-death-row/Biela v. State, 381 P.3d 594 | Nev., Judgment, Law, casemine.com. (n.d.). https://www.casemine.com. https://www.casemine.com/judgement/us/5975bc9eadd7b04349680535Crime Desk. (2025, July 11). Stolen in the Night: The Brianna Denison murder that changed Nevada forever. Medium. https://medium.com/@crimedesk/stolen-in-the-night-the-brianna-denison-murder-that-changed-nevada-forever-96c89c54a49bFort Bragg Advocate-News. (2018, August 23). Brianna Denison: Former Mendocino youth missing. Fort Bragg Advocate-News. https://www.advocate-news.com/2008/01/24/brianna-denison-former-mendocino-youth-missing/IrishExaminer.com. (2020, May 19). US serial rapist sentenced to death. Irish Examiner. https://www.irishexaminer.com/world/arid-30460203.htmlJames Biela petitions court for retrial in rape, murder of 19-year-old Brianna Denison. (2016, July 12). KRXI. https://foxreno.com/news/local/james-biela-returns-to-court-for-rape-and-murder-of-19-year-old-reno-womanJournal, M. B. R. G. (2018, January 26). From May 2010: Testimony details discovery of body, Brianna Denison death. Reno Gazette Journal. https://www.rgj.com/story/news/crime/2018/01/26/may-2010-testimony-details-discovery-body-brianna-denison-death/1067359001/Jul 28, 2008, page 4 - Reno Gazette-Journal at Newspapers.comTM. (n.d.). Newspapers.com. https://www.newspapers.com/image/149445981/?match=1&terms=brianna%20denisonKing, G. C. (n.d.). The murder of Brianna Denison — snatched in the Dead of Night — Crime Library. https://www.crimelibrary.org/notorious_murders/classics/brianna_denison/1.htmlKrikorian, T. (2008, March 29). Family invites communty to mark Denison birthday. Reno Gazette Journal, 1A-8A.McCandrew, S. (2008, November 28). Blue ribbons selling out at local stores. Reno Gazette Journal, 3A.Miller, C. (2010, June 3). BRIaNna Denison's killer, James Biela, gets death; mom says “He messed with the wrong family.” CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/brianna-denisons-killer-james-biela-gets-death-mom-says-he-messed-with-the-wrong-family/Nov 27, 2008, page 5 - Reno Gazette-Journal at Newspapers.comTM. (n.d.). Newspapers.com. https://www.newspapers.com/image/149622758/?match=1&terms=brianna%20denisonO'Malley, J. (2008a, February 22). Police: Suspect not a serial killer, yet. Reno Gazette Journal, 3A.O'Malley, J. (2008b, November 26). Police: DNA links Denison murder suspect to crimes. RGJ. https://archive.ph/20130201071613/http://www.rgj.com/article/20081126/NEWS18/81126016O'Malley, J. (2008c, November 28). Family calls tipster “incredibly brave.” Reno Gazette Journal, 4A.O'Malley, J. (2008d, November 28). Family to fight for tougher laws. Reno Gazette Journal, 3A.Oram, C. (2019a). Order of affirmance. In SUPREME COURT OF NEVADA. https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/19/19-6204/117740/20191002123643407_Appendix%20Exhibits.pdfOram, C. (2019b). Petition for Writ of Certiorari - James Biela v. The State of Nevada. In Supreme Court of the United States. https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/19/19-6204/117740/20191002123312032_Cert%20Petition.pdfORAM, C. R., NOBLE, J. P., & Washoe County District Attorney. (2019). RESPONDENT'S BRIEF IN OPPOSITION. In SUPREME COURT OF THE UNITED STATES [Legal brief]. https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/19/19-6204/121720/20191107121019017_BIELA_BRIEF%20IN%20OPP_PET%20CERTIORARI.pdfProducer, B. R. M. N. G. (n.d.). Tip line played key role in cracking cold case - CNN.com. https://www.cnn.com/2008/CRIME/12/02/cold.case.arrest/index.htmlReports, W. (2008, February 23). Former Mendocino resident remembered at candlelight vigil. The Press Democrat. https://www.pressdemocrat.com/2008/02/23/former-mendocino-resident-remembered-at-candlelight-vigil/Search - Supreme Court of the United States. (n.d.). https://www.supremecourt.gov/search.aspx?filename=/docket/docketfiles/html/public/19-6204.htmlStaff. (2017, March 1). Suspect in Denison slaying fit the profile. Las Vegas Review-Journal. https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/suspect-in-denison-slaying-fit-the-profile/The Reno Gazette Journal & Lyon County News Leader. (2008, February 21). Brianna Denison Obituary. Legacy. https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/rgj/name/brianna-denison-obituary?id=27318198If you enjoyed the episode, consider leaving a review or rating! It helps more than you know! If you have a case suggestion, or want attention brought to a loved one's case, email me at bookofthedeadpod@gmail.com with Case Suggestion in the subject line.Stay safe, stay curious, and stay vigilant.

Paul Hosford, acting Political Editor for the Irish Examiner & Scott Lucas, Professor of American Studies and International Politics at UCD's Clinton Institute

Caitríona Redmond, food writer and consumer columnist for the Irish Examiner

A number of acts, including some headliners, have been announced for next year's Electric Picnic. It's already sent social media into a frenzy, with Irish band Fontaines DC revealed as the headline for the Sunday night.To chat about the lineup, Ciara is joined by the Deputy Editor of Hot-Press Magazine, Stuart Clark, and from The Point of Everything podcast and the Irish Examiner, Eoghan O'Sullivan.

It has now been one year since the General Election, and it feels an appropriate time to look back over the past 12 months and see how they fared out. To chat about some of the key political highlights over that period, Ciara Doherty is joined by Journalist, Broadcaster and Commentator, Alison O'Connor, and Political Reporter with The Irish Examiner, Tadgh McNally.

The new Killarney Community Nursing Unit is one of seven nursing homes nationally built under a €250m public-private partnership. However, not one single resident is yet living in any of them. What is going on? Jerry and the Irish Examiner’s health correspondent Niamh Griffin have been investigating. Jerry first spoke to Killarney councillor Marie Moloney of Labour. He also spoke to Niamh Griffin separately. https://www.irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41749857.html

Irene Feighan, The Irish Examiner Feelgood Editor (what a nice job title!) talks to PJ about their Little Acts of Kindness idea which helps promote the Christmas Vincent De Paul Hamper fundraiser. He also talks to two callers about acts of kindness Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today the European Parliament voted on laws on childrens' use of social media, these new laws are discussed by Fianna Fail Senator Dee Ryan, Labour Senator Nessa Cosgrove, Independent Ireland TD Michael Fitzmaurice and Paul Hosford Political Editor, Irish Examiner

“Flying Blind" Government spending “like there's no tomorrow” thats the latest assessment of the government's money management by the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council. Fianna Fail Senator Dee Ryan, Labour Senator Nessa Cosgrove, Independent Ireland TD Michael Fitzmaurice and Paul Hosford Political Editor, Irish Examiner

The Department of Transport published the list of transport projects that are on the priority list for this government under the Revised National Development Plan, this list is discussed by Fianna Fail Senator Dee Ryan, Labour Senator Nessa Cosgrove, Independent Ireland TD Michael Fitzmaurice and Paul Hosford Political Editor, Irish Examiner

Changes to the Asylum Laws re to be considered at Cabinet tomorrow. The changes are discussed by Ruairi O Murchu Sinn Fein TD for Louth, Paula Butterly Fine Gael TD for Louth. Tadgh McNally Political Reporter with the Irish Examiner

How does Ireland's deportation system actually work?Joining Seán to discuss is Cormac O'Keefe, Security Correspondent with the Irish Examiner, who got a rare inside look into how the process actually works…

A Chinese start-up has claimed to have developed a pill in the lab that could potentially extend human life to 150 years.This begs the question, even if we could, would you like to live to 150 years of age?Joining guest host Anna Daly to discuss is Terry Prone, Columnist with The Irish Examiner and Chairman of the Communications Clinic and Liam Collins, Columnist with The Irish Independent.

Seamus McGrath, Fianna Fáil TD for Cork South-Central, Richard O'Donoghue, Independent Ireland TD for Limerick County, Patricia Stephenson, Social Democrats Senator and Tadgh McNally, Political Reporter, Irish Examiner.

Seamus McGrath, Fianna Fáil TD for Cork South-Central, Richard O'Donoghue, Independent Ireland TD for Limerick County, Patricia Stephenson, Social Democrats Senator and Tadgh McNally, Political Reporter, Irish Examiner.

Our panel of Seamus McGrath, Fianna Fáil TD for Cork South-Central, Richard O'Donoghue, Independent Ireland TD for Limerick County, Patricia Stephenson, Social Democrats Senator and Tadgh McNally, Political Reporter, Irish Examiner discuss Ivan Yates' appearance before the Oireachtas Media Committee this evening.

Louise Burne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Examiner; Adam Maguire, RTÉ business journalist; Marie Sherlock, Labour TD; Martin Heydon, Minister for Agriculture; Harry McGee, Political Correspondent for the Irish Times; Paul Walsh, Professor of Global Affairs and Sustainable Futures at UCD

Temperatures will dip close to zero for the remainder of the week; however, the wind chill factor could make it feel more like minus 10! So, how can you keep your house warm and your bills down this winter?Joining Ciara Doherty to discuss is Caitriona Redmond, Consumer Columnist with The Irish Examiner.

Caitriona Redmond, food writer and consumer columnist for the Irish Examiner

As parents of primary school children around the country participate in the largest ever survey of attitudes to school ethos, Seán's guest has been sharing her personal experiences of her four children who have opted out of religious instruction.Aoife Cassidy, Communications Officer at Education Equality, who has been writing about this in the Irish Examiner, joins to discuss…

Edward Timmins, Fine Gael TD for Wicklow, Roderic O'Gorman, Green Party leader and TD for Dublin West, Paul Lawless, Aontú TD for Mayo and Louise Burne, Political Correspondent, Irish Examiner.

Our panel of Edward Timmins, Fine Gael TD for Wicklow, Roderic O'Gorman, Green Party leader and TD for Dublin West, Paul Lawless, Aontú TD for Mayo and Louise Burne, Political Correspondent, Irish Examiner discuss the new housing plan which was unveiled by government today.

Nigel Renaghan, poultry farmer with his wife Bernice in Clontibret in Co. Monaghan; James Greeves, advisor to poultry farmers here and abroad; Caitriona Redmond, Consumer Columnist with the Irish Examiner.

After 14 years in office, we have reached the final day of Michael D Higgins' time as Uachtarán na hÉireann. But what sort of legacy is he leaving behind? Joining Shane to discuss is Dr Eoin O'Malley, Teaches Politics at Dublin City University Fergus Finlay, Columnist with The Irish Examiner and Former CEO of Barnardos.

Are you sick of things breaking the second the guarantee expires?From washing machines, phones and other kitchen appliances, are there simple ways to combat planned obsolescence?And, should we all actually be repairing things ourselves instead of forking out for something new?Joining Seán to discuss this is Caitriona Redmond, Consumer Columnist with the Irish Examiner.

Jennifer Horgan from the Irish Examiner tells PJ staying silent is often wiser than sharing your every opinion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining Brendan to analyse the Sunday papers are; Gerard Howlin, Public Affairs consultant and Irish Times columnist; Scott Lucas, Professor of US and International politics at the Clinton Institute in UCD; Louise Byrne, Political Correspondent at the Irish Examiner; and Dr Emma Howard, Economist.

Catríona Redmond, Irish Examiner consumer columnist, discusses how Penguin and Club bars can no longer be classed as chocolate after recipe changes.

Louise Burne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Examiner, on the latest developments in the Presidential race.