Podcasts about Irish Examiner

John Fallon Soccer Correspondent with the Irish Examiner offered his take on the boardroom stand off in United Park. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sinn Féin politicians including party leader Mary Lou McDonald will not be attending the White House in the United States, continuing last year's decision.Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent with The Irish Examiner joins Shane to discuss.

There was a time when pubs would close for “holy hour” on Sundays. However, that was abolished in 2000, but what are the other strange things pubs in Ireland did back in the “good old days”Joining Sean to explain all the strange rules and traditions that used to exist in pubs was Mick Clifford from the Irish Examiner

There was a time when pubs would close for “holy hour” on Sundays. However, that was abolished in 2000, but what are the other strange things pubs in Ireland did back in the “good old days”Joining Sean to explain all the strange rules and traditions that used to exist in pubs was Mick Clifford from the Irish Examiner

Iriseoir an Irish Examiner ag caint ar laoch Chorcaí Billy Morgan a bhuaigh sé bonn Chorn Sigerson le COC 60 bliain ó shin agus tá sé fós bainteach leo.

Caitriona Redmond, Irish Examiner columnist

At the turn of the century, there were 522 active nightclubs across the country; as of our last count, there are only 83.There has been much debate recently whether we should try and revive the humble nightclub, or whether they have become a vestigial organ in Irish society =Joining Shane to discuss this is Lifestyle columnist with the Irish Examiner and Trinity student, Jane Cowen, Journalist at DMG media, Becca Fisher and CEO of Temple Bar and Spokesperson for Dublin Business Alliance, Martin Harte

Coming up this morning… Cllr Michael “Chicken” Brennan is in the studio to talk about the challenges facing pedestrians. A listener shares the story of an accident that changed her late husband's life. Cllr Jim Ryan opens up on his frustrations with UHL. Irish Examiner columnist Sarah Harte gives her take on colour castings on our screens. It's Internet Safety Day 2026, so we'll hear from students in Clonmel. Plus, we'll chat to people about what keeps them positive — all that and more.

Color-conscious casting and color-blind casting in historical dramas, often described as "rewriting history," involve casting actors of color in roles traditionally or historically portrayed by white individuals. This trend in the entertainment industry, seen in shows like Bridgerton and Anne Boleyn, aims to increase diversity and representation, but it has sparked significant debate regarding historical accuracy and the purpose of historical fiction. Sarah Harte, fiction writer and Irish Examiner columnist, has been writing about this

This week on the DL Debate Brendan Devenney talks gaelic games with Westmeath's Donegal Manager Mark McHugh, John Fogarty of the Irish Examiner, Slaughtneil bound Gary McDaid and ladies football with Maureen O'Donnell. The DL Debate in association with Sara's Kitchen at Sister Sara's Letterkenny: The post DL Debate – 09/02/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

New documents released delve into how Jeffrey Epstein used an elite Dublin summit to forge contacts with world leaders. New laws to remove the highly controversial 32 million Dublin Airport passenger cap and permanently preclude any future caps are to be approved by cabinet. Joining Emmet Oliver to discuss is John Cunningham, Marketing Insights Director for BAM Ireland, Fergus Finlay, columnist with the Irish Examiner & Former CEO of Barnardos and Hazel Chu Deputy Leader Green Party.

Despite the wet weather and the dark winter, attendances at National Hurling and Football leage matches in recent weeks have been exceptional. John Fogarty is GAA Correspondent with the Irish Examiner.

Elaine Burke host of the For Tech's Sake podcast and Tadgh McNally – Political reporter with the Irish Examiner look back at some of the stories that got us talking this week.

Last week a massive sinkhole opened up suddenly in Dunbar in Scotland...but what actually causes sinkholes and do they happen in Ireland? Michelle McKeown, Lecturer in Environmental Geography at UCC and columnist in the Irish Examiner joined Sean to explain

Last week a massive sinkhole opened up suddenly in Dunbar in Scotland...but what actually causes sinkholes and do they happen in Ireland? Michelle McKeown, Lecturer in Environmental Geography at UCC and columnist in the Irish Examiner joined Sean to explain

“The State should not be absolved of its role in the public's mental health” that's according to Paul Hosford, Acting Political Editor with The Irish Examiner.Paul spoke to Ciara and Shane about his own personal experience of dealing with Mental Health, how the state is not meeting the needs of many in providing mental health treatment and argues needs to do more.If you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this interview - please contact Samaritans on their helpline: 116 123

Joining Brendan to talk through the Sunday Newspapers are former Fine Gael TD for Waterford, John Deasy; Political Correspondent at The Irish Examiner, Louise Burne; Professor of International Relations at UCD, Ben Tonra; Director and Co-Founder at Fenton-Fitzwilliam, Lorna Fitzpatrick; and White House Columnist with The Hill, Niall Stanage.

One of Ireland's most beloved comedians, Julie Jay, has returned to the classroom after taking some time away from teaching secondary school. She's back, juggling weekly gigs, two young children, podcasts, and a parenting column in the Irish Examiner - she joins Emmet Oliver to talk about it all.

Donald Trump has been holding a rally in Iowa - as he appears to be trying to deflect from the backlash over fatal shootings by immigration officers. Two protestors have been killed in Minneapolis, Minnesota this month. The President has softened his stance, telling Fox News he's going to "de-escalate" a bit. Alan Morrissey spoke with Natalie Nugent O'Shea, Executive Director and co-founder of the Celtic Junction in St Paul, Minnesota, as tensions remain high in the Twin Cities following the fatal shooting of ICU nurse and US citizen, Alex Pretti by federal agents and the subsequent scaling back of the US immigration enforcement operation. Alan was also joined by Sean Murray, Journalist at the Irish Examiner who was in Minneapolis last week. Border Partol at the US Mexico border in San Diego Image (c) stellalevi from Getty Images Signature via Canva

John Connolly, Fianna Fáil TD for Galway West, Paul Lawless, Aontú TD for Mayo, Sorcha Clarke, Sinn Féin TD for Longford Westmeath and Paul Hosford, Deputy Political Editor with the Irish Examiner.

John Connolly, Fianna Fáil TD for Galway West, Paul Lawless, Aontú TD for Mayo, Sorcha Clarke, Sinn Féin TD for Longford Westmeath and Paul Hosford, Deputy Political Editor with the Irish Examiner.

John Connolly, Fianna Fáil TD for Galway West, Paul Lawless, Aontú TD for Mayo, Sorcha Clarke, Sinn Féin TD for Longford Westmeath and Paul Hosford, Deputy Political Editor with the Irish Examiner.

On Monday, a retired superintendent and four serving gardaí were found not guilty of perverting the course of justice, following an eight-week trial at Limerick Circuit Court.Mick Clifford, special correspondent with the Irish Examiner, has followed this case since it began more than six years ago. He joins The Last Word to discuss the outcome and questions why criminal charges were ever brought.Hear the full conversation by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

Leaf blowers, gym music and church bells were among the sources of noise complaints in Dublin last year, with 30% of those surveyed complaining about noise from construction work. As urban areas across Ireland continue to expand, should we consider ways to tackle noise pollution now? Are things like curfews in built up areas an option? Joining Ciara Doherty to discuss was Esther McCarty, Columnist with the Irish Examiner and Mary Mc Carty, Irish Independent Columnist..

Sean Murray, Irish Examiner, reports from Minneapolis where a protestor and US citizen, Alex Pretti, was tackled by masked ICE agents yesterday and then shot dead.

Over the past number of years, landlords seem to have become a lot more welcoming to dogs, perhaps due to the pandemic when pet ownership rose significantly. Seán's guest feels that the entire situation has gotten out of hand, and that dogs should now be banned from pubs altogether.Joining to discuss is Enda Brady, host of ‘Roundtable' on TRT World, who has been writing about his thoughts in the Irish Examiner…

Prof Mary Aiken, Cyber Psychologist & Academic Advisor to Interpol & Europol joins the panel of Shane Moynihan, Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin Mid-West, Ruairí Ó'Murchu, Sinn Féin TD for Louth, George Lawlor, Labour TD for Wexford and Louise Burne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Examiner.

Shane Moynihan, Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin Mid-West, Ruairí Ó'Murchu, Sinn Féin TD for Louth, George Lawlor, Labour TD for Wexford and Louise Burne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Examiner.

The Late Debate panel of Shane Moynihan, Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin Mid-West, Ruairí Ó'Murchu, Sinn Féin TD for Louth, George Lawlor, Labour TD for Wexford and Louise Burne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Examiner react to the news that 10 serving ministers have not yet entered into a repayment plan over miscalculation of pension deductions.

Brendan O'Brien and Simon Lewis -- freshly home from France -- discuss Munster's narrow defeat at Toulon, Leinster's exploits in Europe and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to Jane Cowan of the Diary Of A Gen Z Student column in the Irish Examiner who says if young people don't party and socialize more they will regret it later Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For many mums, the WhatsApp group is meant to offer support, but it can quickly become a breeding ground for judgement, gossip and so-called “mean girl” behaviour. Actress Ashley Tisdale French recently revealed she left a Los Angeles mums' group, describing it as “toxic”. We discuss this further with Esther McCarthy, Weekend Magazine Columnist with The Irish Examiner.

PJ talks to Sarah Harte of The Irish Examiner who has been writing about the extra steps women take to feel safe in a taxi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Ireland, we love to moan about the weather, self-service tills, and many other things. However, complaining is a different art form altogether, which we Irish need to get better at. That's according Newstalk's own Simon Tierney in the Irish Examiner.

The 100th birthday of the first census conducted by the Irish Free State is coming up. What was the significance of this one, and how were they conducted a century ago?Joining Seán to discuss is Columnist with the Irish Examiner, Colin Sheridan.

Coimisiún na Meán has raised concerned with the European Commission about social media site X's AI tool Grok being used to create sexually explicit images of women and children online.The watchdog has also encouraged users to report illegal content to the site, as social media companies are required to act on such instances.Cormac O'Keeffe, Security Correspondent at the Irish Examiner and Ruth Breslin, Director at the Sexual Exploitation Research and Policy Institute speak to Matt about this.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the piece.

While road bowling is a well known sport in Co. Cork, what is the state of the sport today and what can we expect for 2026? Joining John Fardy in for Sean was Seamus O'Tuama, Bowling Correspondent for the Irish Examiner.

Joining Pat on today's Friday Forum was Louise Burne, Political Correspondent with The Irish Examiner, Harry Browne, Senior Lecturer in the School of Media at Technological University Dublin and also Eoin O'Malley, Lecturer in Politics at DCU.

After weeks of celebrations, late nights, and maybe one too many glasses raised, January often brings a moment to pause. Dry January encourages people to go alcohol-free for 31 days, raising questions about our drinking habits and the impact alcohol has on our health. Joining Pat to discuss further was Catríona Redmond, Columnist with the Irish Examiner and Malie Coyne, Clinical Psychologist, Author, Broadcaster.

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.

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

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.

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.

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. 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