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Pat Leahy and Jack Horgan-Jones join Hugh Linehan to talk about the week in politics: We already know next Tuesday's budget is going to be a much less generous affair than recent years. Jack and Pat share what they know about the tough stance being taken by Ministers Paschal Donohoe and Jack Chambers in negotiations, including one Government source's characterisation of Chambers as akin to Margaret Thatcher: “no, no, no”. Of the three presidential hopefuls, Catherine Connolly has run the strongest campaign so far. But could the news that she employed a woman convicted of firearms offences hinder her in gathering the votes she needs?Fianna Fáil candidate Jim Gavin's campaign also made some missteps this week, hampering the novice politician's campaign as it finds its feet. Security issues are at the top of the European agenda thanks to the ongoing war in Ukraine and the fear of Russian cyberattacks and drone incursions. Finally the panelists pick their favourite Irish Times journalism of the week including Senator Michael McDowell's explanation for why he didn't nominate Maria Steen, the passing of Martin Mansergh and a relatable personal problem. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The first presidential debate took place last night between Catherine Connelly, Jim Gavin and Heather Humphreys, with neutrality, Gaza, and the purpose of the Irish flag among the main topics of discussion. But who came out on top? We discussed with Alison O'Connor, Journalist, Broadcaster and Commentator.
The first presidential debate took place last night between Catherine Connelly, Jim Gavin and Heather Humphreys, with neutrality, Gaza, and the purpose of the Irish flag among the main topics of discussion. But who came out on top? We discussed with Alison O'Connor, Journalist, Broadcaster and Commentator.
Pat Leahy joins Hugh to talk about the first televised debate of the presidential campaign which took place on Virgin Media Television tonight. Independent Catherine Connolly, Fine Gael's Heather Humphreys and Fianna Fáil's Jim Gavin debated a range of issues and did their best to come across as plausible candidates. But who dominated, and who struggled? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Independent candidate Catherine Connolly, Fine Gael's Heather Humphreys and Fianna Fáil's Jim Gavin go head-to-head in the first major TV debate of the presidential election. In this special edition of The Tonight Show, the three candidates outline their visions for Ireland's future, challenge each other's policies, and set the tone for the campaign ahead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The 2025 Presidential campaign clicks into gear as Jim Gavin launches his campaign in Dublin. Mícheál Lehane, Political Correspondent, reports before we hear analysis from Ger Howlin, political columnist and public affairs consultant, and Liz Carolan of thebriefing.ie comments on their social media strategies.
jQuery(document).ready(function(){ cab.clickify(); }); Original Podcast with clickable words https://tinyurl.com/277epztj Contact: irishlingos@gmail.com Presidential Election: three candidates on the Atlantic path. Toghchán Uachtaránachta: triúr iarrthóirí ar shlí an Atlantaigh. The three candidates in the Presidential election are canvassing in Co. Donegal and Co. Kerry today. Ta an triúr iarrthóirí sa toghchán Uachtaránachta ag canbhasáil i gCo Dhún na nGall agus i gCo Chiarraí inniu. Left-wing candidate Catherine Connolly will be in Donegal town, Killybegs, Clifden and Ardara. Iarrthóir na heite clé Catherine Connolly, beidh sí i mbaile Dhún na nGall, sna Cealla Beaga, sa Chlochán Liath agus in Ard an Rátha. Since Sinn Féin is supporting Catherine Connolly, that party's finance spokesman, Pearse Doherty from Gaoth Dobhair, is canvassing alongside her today. Ó tá Sinn Féin ag tacú le Catherine Connolly, tá urlabhraí airgeadais an pháirtí sin, Pearse Doherty as Gaoth Dobhair, ag canbhasáil in éindí léi inniu. Kerry is home to both Fine Gael candidate Heather Humphreys and Fianna Fáil candidate Jim Gavin. I gCiarraí atá iarrthóir Fhine Gael Heather Humphreys agus iarrthóir Fhianna Fáil Jim Gavin araon. They may run into each other as they are both due to go to the Listowel Races this afternoon. D'fhéadfadh sé go gcasfaí ar a chéile iad ó tá an bheirt acu le dul chuig Rásaí Lios Tuathail tráthnóna. The two were interviewed from various locations on Radio Kerry this morning. Cuireadh an bheirt faoi agallamh ó áiteanna éagsúla ar Radio Kerry ar maidin. Jim Gavin is in Tralee, where he will be giving a tour of the Tralee Bay Wetland Ecopark. Tá Jim Gavin i dTrá Lí, áit a dtabharfaidh sé sciuird ar Éiceapháirc Bhogach Bhá Thrá Lí. Heather Humphreys went on a short cart ride in Killarney, she is due to be in Muckross House soon and will also visit the Tralee Women's Hut. Chuaigh Heather Humphreys ar thuras gairid i gcairt i gCill Airne, tá sí le bheith i dTeach Mhucrois ar ball agus tabharfaidh sí cuairt freisin ar Bhothán Ban Thrá Lí. RTÉ News and Current Affairs Nuacht agus Cúrsaí Reatha RTÉ
Ellen Coyne and Cormac McQuinn join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics: · Catherine Connolly, Heather Humphreys and Jim Gavin got their campaigns into full swing this week as they got out and about to meet voters and give their pitch ahead of voting day on October 25th. And while Connolly made headlines this week when she told a fireside chat with the UCD Politics Society that she believed Germany's rearmament was like the 1930s, it will be next Monday's televised debate that will give voters a better idea of each candidate. · While the presidential election takes all the attention, it can be easy to forget that Budget 2026 is less than two weeks away. Perhaps Paschal Donohoe and Jack Chambers are enjoying the lack of scrutiny?· And Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan has not ruled out Ireland using deportation hubs outside EU borders, something that would have been very controversial in the not-too-distant pastPlus, the panel picks their favourite Irish Times pieces of the week:· The bizarre political karaoke of the Lib Dems party conference, the central importance of William Shakespeare's work to a proper education, and the influence of Kermit the Frog on Patrick Freyne's journalism career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Fianna Fáil presidential candidate is also campaigning in Kerry today. He also came into the Killarney studio this morning before Kerry Today went on air and he recorded an interview with Jerry.
Fianna Fáil's Jim Gavin has emerged as the candidate with the strongest national radio footprint in the run-up to the 2025 Presidential election, according to new research from Irish PR intelligence platform Everhaze. Analysis of 2,500 radio clips over the past twelve weeks shows that while Independent Catherine Connolly leads overall mentions (36.3%), Gavin (33.5%) pulls ahead in terms of national airwaves share, with 34.9% of his coverage on national talk formats. By contrast, Connolly's campaign is more heavily weighted to local outlets (68.6% of her coverage) and Heather Humphreys' profile is even more locally concentrated (71.3%). This national advantage translates into strong presence across high-reach talk shows such as The Pat Kenny Show, Newstalk Breakfast, and The Anton Savage Show, where margins between candidates are typically slim but Gavin remains consistently competitive. On local radio, however, Connolly retains the edge, leading in 13 counties including Donegal (+22pp) and Galway (+18pp). Gavin posts selective peaks (notably Louth, where he dominates with 77.5% of mentions) and converts his national presence into 8 county leads overall. Humphreys, meanwhile, has a more concentrated footprint, with standout strength in Cavan/Monaghan (+12pp lead). Sentiment analysis underscores a three-way contrast: Humphreys records the most positive net tone (+12pp), Gavin trends neutral-positive (+5pp), while Connolly faces a more polarised balance (?3pp). Speaking about the findings of the report, James McCann, CEO of Everhaze said: "With nominations closed and facing into the four week sprint, each candidate will be looking to own the share of voice across the national airwaves to capture undecided voters. Outside of Dublin the counties of Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon have heard the least from all candidates so far which is unsurprising given the battle for the urban centres of Dublin, Cork, Limerick and Galway. As the campaign heats up its every candidate's race to lose in presenting a clear narrative and message to the public." Everhaze is an Irish-built PR intelligence platform that tracks real-time media coverage across radio, print, and online sources in Ireland and the UK. Its technology combines broadcast capture with AI-driven analysis to map who is getting talked about, where, and in what tone. The platform is widely used by communicators to monitor campaigns, understand sentiment shifts, and measure share of voice. As part of the 2025 Presidential campaign, Everhaze has launched the "Battle of the Airwaves" tracker, a live view of how each candidate is performing week-by-week on radio. The tracker highlights: Share of voice across national vs local stations County-by-county exposure showing where candidates are winning or lagging Sentiment balance, capturing whether coverage is favourable, critical, or neutral Programme battlegrounds, where margins between rivals are razor-thin Updated weekly, the Battle of the Airwaves gives voters, journalists, and campaign teams a transparent lens on who is winning the media war as the race for Áras an Uachtaráin heats up. See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.
Catherine Connolly, Heather Humphreys and Jim Gavin will be the three names on the ballot paper for next month's Presidential election. The election will take place on Friday, the 24th of October. Maria Steen had hoped to be the fourth name in the race, but the conservative campaigner had received just 18 of the 20 required nominations from TDs and senators by the time the deadline passed, at midday on Wednesday. Independent Ireland's calling for a referendum to change the Presidential nomination system, following Maria Steen's failure to secure the support of 20 Oireachtas members to appear on the ballot paper. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined on Friday's Morning Focus by Fianna Fáil Minister of State, Timmy Dooley and Joe Cooney, Bodyke Fine Gael TD. Image (c) Aras An Uachtarain by Pawel Gaul from Getty Images Signature via canva
Catherine Connolly, Jim Gavin, Heather Humphreys have secured their nominations for the campaign which will run for a month until the election is held on October 24th 2025.How have the three candidates backed by political parties – Connolly, Gavin and Humphreys – fared so far in their bid to become the next Irish head of state and what bumps in the road have they faced in their race for the Áras?Plus: at the time of recording, independent candidate Maria Steen was still in the hunt for the backing of 20 Oireachtas members. What would she bring to the race? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
With three confirmed candidates in the race to replace Michael D Higgins as President of Ireland, the campaign trail has begun. The Gift Grub microphones followed Jim Gavin, Heather Humphreys and Catherine Connolly up close around the country.
When Mary Lou McDonald announced a ‘game changing' candidate many eyes looked to Joe Brolly. But was he ever in the running and would Dion have voted for him?On Free State today, Dion and Joe look at what Sinn Féin's backing of Catherine Connolly means for the presidential campaign. They also wonder if Jim Gavin can redeem himself after farmgate and Joe reflects on Gavin's words about Gaza.They also ask what does the Charlie Kirk memorial service tells us about America. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fianna Fail candidate Jim Gavin has written to social media companies to demand action in response to “smears” posted about him online. To discuss this Fianna Fail TD Malcolm Byrne and Labour's Alan Kelly who are both members of the Oireachtas Committee on Arts, Media, Communications, Culture and Sport.
This morning we take a look into the presidential election as the deadline for nominations approaches. Maria Steen and Gareth Sheridan will need more support from Councilors, TD's and Senators if they want to become the next presidential candidate. And Meta has removed Facebook posts about Jim Gavin for violating standards. All to discuss with Harry McGee Political Correspondent Irish Times.
Former taoiseach Leo Varadkar is baring it all in his new autobiography Speaking My Mind, from private dinners with President Michael D Higgins, to first dates with his partner Matt. And what is his assessment of Jim Gavin, Catherine Connolly and Heather Humphries' chances of becoming Ireland's next president? Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Leo Varadkar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What if the solution to Ireland's housing crisis has been sitting on our doorstep all along? We dive into the Danish model of cooperative housing, where 7% of Danes live in co-ops, and a full third of Copenhageners do too, and explore how the GAA, with its 2,200 clubs and pristine community pitches in every village, could spearhead something similar here. Forget developer margins and speculative bubbles: in Denmark, a co-op share might cost €70–100k, with monthly housing costs around €800, compared to a private flat at €400k and €1,200 rent. We talk about the power of collective ownership, intergenerational communities, and why housing is really about dignity, not speculation. Along the way, we get into Jim Gavin's presidential bid, Fianna Fáil's GAA connection, and why our presidency has become more like Ireland's Got Talent than a serious constitutional role. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Both Presidential candidates visited Cork over recent days and Katie O'Keefe from the 96FM Newsroom took the opportunity to pose some questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025Join Amy Forde on day one of the National Ploughing Championships. We had boots on the ground and you will hear from presidential candidates, Catherine Connolly, Heather Humphreys and Jim Gavin.Michael D Higgins officially opened the event.You will also hear from the Taoiseach who made an appearance at the Irish Farmers Journal stand.There's plenty of fun and ploughing throughout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Presidential Election will take place on the 24th of October, when we will go to the polls to vote for Michael D. Higgins' successor in Áras an Uachtaráin. There are three names in the race to become President of Ireland so far: Former All-Ireland winning manager and player with Dublin, Jim Gavin, who is Fianna Fáil's candidate, Independent candidate Catherine Connolly, and former Cabinet minister and Fine Gael's presidential candidate Heather Humphreys. Alan Morrissey was joined on Mondays Morning Focus by Heather Humphreys for more. Photo (c) House of Oireachtas
If you want to find a confirmed presidential candidate, head to the National Ploughing Championships in Co Offaly. In attendance are the three confirmed candidates: Fine Gael's Heather Humphreys, Fianna Fáil's Jim Gavin, and Independent Catherine Connolly. RTÉ Political Correspondent Paul Cunningham joined us to examine the candidates' strategies.
‘We're all still friends,” was the comment from the first Fianna Fáil TD who emerged from the fifth floor in Leinster House where the party's representatives had met to vote for their candidate for the Áras. The numbers told a different story. There are 29 traitors in the Taoiseach's midst, who voted for Billy Kelleher in secret and in doing so, threw his leadership of the party into question. Does Micheál Martin's future hang on this massive Jim Gavin gamble? Host; Kevin Doyle, Guests; Tabitha Monahan and Mary Regan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The final line up in the presidential race is taking shape with Jim Gavin joining Heather Humphreys and Catherine Connolly. However, Sinn Féin's intentions remain unclear - while independent Maria Steen is half way to an Oireachtas nomination, and others continue to pursue council nominations.
The run-in to October's presidential election continues to pick up pace this week with the selection of Jim Gavin as Fianna Fáil's nominee. Jack Horgan-Jones brings us behind the scenes at Fianna Fáil's special meeting where members had to choose between newcomer Gavin and party stalwart Billy Kelleher. Could the manoeuvring that took place around this vote foreshadow leadership contests to come? Jack, Pat Leahy and Hugh Linehan also discuss Sinn Féin's stance in the presidential race now that Mary Lou McDonald has stated definitively she will not run. Does the party now clearly favour throwing in behind Catherine Connolly? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bheartaigh Ardchomhairle Fhianna Fáil aréir treoir a thabhairt d'ionadaithe áitiúla Fhianna Fáil “achan rud gur féidir leo déanamh tacaíocht a thabhairt” d'fheachtais uachtaránachta Jim Gavin.
Former Dublin GAA football manager Jim Gavin is Fianna Fáil’s presidential candidate. Yesterday, the Fianna Fáil parliamentary party supported his nomination; Jim Gavin received 41 votes and MEP Billy Kelleher got 29. Billy Kelleher got more votes than expected. Party leader Micheál Martin has been very clear that he wants Jim Gavin to represent Fianna Fáil. Jerry spoke to Kerry Fianna Fáil TD Michael Cahill.
Former Dublin football manager Jim Gavin has been officially selected as Fianna Fáil's candidate in the presidential election defeating MEP Billy Kelleher in a secret ballot of parliamentary party members. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Timmy Dooley, Tulla-based Fianna Fáil Minister of State. Photo (c) Pat Flynn
MEP Billy Kelleher reacts to his defeat to Jim Gavin as the Fianna Fáil presidential candidate.
Paul Cunningham, Political Correspondent, reports that Jim Gavin will be Fianna Fail's candidate in the election to be President of Ireland in just over 6 weeks time. Richard Moore, former political advisor and public relations strategist, assesses Jim Gavin's chances of winning the presidential election.
Harvest is right around the corner and across the state farmers are prepping which for some includes some purchases of machinery. Current trends show a higher demand for used equipment. Matt and Jim Gavin, the owners of Gavin Bros Auctions out of Reedsburg are here to share a deeper look into what trends they are seeing at auctions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Day of high political drama has ended with former Dublin football manager Jim Gavin as Fianna Fail's candidate for next month's Presidential Election. Barry Lenihan was in Leinster House for some party reaction to today's vote.
Three confirmed candidates for the presidential election with former Dublin GAA boss Jim Gavin getting the nod from the Fianna Fáil party. For more on this Mary Regan, political editor with the Irish Independent, Paul McAuliffe, Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin North West and Derek Mooney, Public Affairs Consultant & former Fianna Fáil Government Adviser.
Fianna Fáíl will today choose its presidential candidate in a secret ballot between candidates Jim Gavin and Billy Kelleher. Newstalk's Political Correspondent Sean Defoe joined Shane Coleman on the show.
Jim Gavin has been nominated by Fianna Fáil for the Irish Presidency, beating out MEP Billy Kelleher in a vote today. And, with Taoiseach Micheal Martin backing the candidate who lost the vote, what does it tell us about the party's faith in his leadership?Kieran is joined by Fianna Fáil MEP Billy Kelleher as well as Newstalk's Political Correspondent Seán Defoe to discuss the nomination, and later Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent and Ivan Yates, former Government Minister, join to discuss what this could mean for the future of the party.
14 would be presidential candidates pitched themselves to Kerry County Council yesterday and Billy Kelleher and Jim Gavin battle it out for the Fianna Fáil nomination later today.Sean Defoe, Political Correspondent for Newstalk and Host of the 'Let Me Explain' Podcast joined Pat to bring us the latest on the Presidential race.
Farmers are gearing up for the harvest, and that means it’s go-time for equipment prep. For some, that includes picking up used machinery at auction. Matt and Jim Gavin of Gavin Bros Auctions in Reedsburg tell Ben Jarboe that demand is strong and prices have held steady. More farmers are focusing less on brand loyalty and more on value. Today's Compeer Financial Ag Weather Update calls for a frost advisory before a warm-up, says Stu Muck. The apple harvest is rolling along at Sunrise Orchards in Gays Mills. Owner Brent Seiser tells Kiley Allan that while frost can be a challenge in both spring and fall, especially for late-harvested apples, this season is shaping up nicely. Have what it takes to be a Master Meat Crafter? Applications are open. Also, UW-River Falls students and staff spent some time in Thailand promoting Wisconsin dairy. You can also be a part of the love for Wisconsin dairy through the Art of Cheese Festival! This features a variety of cheese-themed events, including hands-on workshops, creamery tours, an artisan cheese fair, and cooking demonstrations, alongside culinary excursions and a large-scale cheese ball, Jessica Pralle-Trimner tells Pam Jahnke.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ellen Coyne and Cormac McQuinn join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics:· With polling day expected to be October 24th, nominations are now open for the office of president and to close on September 24th. Another date to keep in mind is next Tuesday September 9th which will see a vote among Fianna Fáil's 71-strong parliamentary party to select its presidential candidate from former Dublin football manager Jim Gavin and MEP Billy Kelleher. · And with nominations closing on September 24th, that leaves just three weeks for Independent candidates, including Gareth Sheridan, Nick Delehanty and Maria Steen, to secure nominations from local authorities. · September 20th could be a red-letter day for Sinn Féin. The party will either confirm support for Independent TD Catherine Connolly or select a candidate of their own choosing. Will questions be asked of Mary Lou McDonald if a strong candidate doesn't materialise?· Labour's party think-in took place in Nenagh, Co Tipperary on Thursday and was almost derailed by Tipperary North TD and former party leader Alan Kelly's refusal to follow the party's endorsement of Cather Connolly. Plus, the panel picks their favourite Irish Times pieces of the week:· Next month's budget critical for the Coalition, Ireland's past status as tradwife capital of the world, and RTÉ'S new national obsession, The Traitors Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bertie has bowed out, Jim Gavin is going for it, and Bob Geldof is still undecided. The Presidential Race is wide open! On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian and some well-known Gift Grub voices really got into it. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.
Why does Jim Gavin want to be president? What does a man in the prime of his life with a record of success and achievement gain from going to the Aras?On Free State today Joe explains what makes his friend Jim Gavin tick. He explains his gift of leadership and how he serves his ego by giving power to others.Dion offers a reason that a Jim Gavin presidency would be important.They also look at the campaign to discredit Catherine Connolly and wonder what the grown ups have ever done for us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Cén ghlacadh a bheidh ag cosmhuintir Fhianna Fáil roimh Jim Gavin mar a n-iarrthóir don Uachtaránacht agus céard faoi fheachtais na bpáirtithe eile?
Tá an TD do Bhaile Átha Cliath Láir Thiar ar dhuine de na chéad daoine ó Fhianna Fáil a tháinig amach ag tacú le ainmniú Jim Gavin, iar-bhainisteoir CLG Bhaile Átha Cliath mar iarrthóir an pháirtí do thoghchán na hUachtaránachta
Paul Cunningham, Political Correspondent, assesses Fianna Fáil's presidential campaign selection.
On The Sunday Paper Review today Adrian Barry was joined by Kelli O'Keeffe, the Managing Director of Teneo Europe, and David Kelly, the Irish Independent's Chief Sports Analysis Writer.This is a free section, with the full podcast available in the Sunday Paper Review podcast feed weekly.The Sunday Paper Review on Off The Ball.
Jack Horgan-Jones and Pat Leahy join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics: · It seems highly likely that former Dublin football manager Jim Gavin has the blessing of Taoiseach Micheál Martin to seek a nomination to contest the presidential election for Fianna Fáil. Cork MEP Billy Kelleher is also seeking support for a nomination through parliamentary party colleagues. Kelleher is a seasoned and formidable vote-getter, but how would Gavin perform should be find himself on the campaign trail? · Catherine Connolly is already well and truly on the campaign trail, with fundraising and volunteer recruitment ramping up. Connolly is very much the anti-establishment candidate, but will she be able to build a vote beyond that? · And Sinn Féin are the missing piece in this presidential race jigsaw – will they put forward their own candidate in the form of Mary Lou McDonald or Pearse Doherty? Or will they decide to throw their weight behind Catherine Connolly instead? Plus, the panel picks their favourite Irish Times pieces of the week:· Governor of California Gavin Newsom is trolling Donald Trump, Lara Marlowe is reporting from Ukraine, and what would Reform leader Nigel Farage do to the Good Friday Agreement? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Plé ar an bhfógra d'Inis Oirr agus ar chúrsaí Gaeltachta agus oileáain. Plé freisin ar an réiteach don cháinaisnéis. An é Jim Gavin a bheidh mar iarrthóir FhF don thoghchán Uachtaránachta.