Podcast appearances and mentions of michael d higgins

This week's rounds are Music (Intros), Ladders, Paintings (Quickfire), In Which Year? and an extra Prize Round! There is no music this week because of the prize round. Prize Round Picture Question: Which country?

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.

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.

jQuery(document).ready(function(){ cab.clickify(); }); Original Podcast with clickable words https://tinyurl.com/ymdr2wny Contact: irishlingos@gmail.com The Ploughing Competition begins in Co. Offaly. Tús leis an gComórtas Treabhdóireachta i gCo Uíbh Fhailí. The National Ploughing Championships began today in Scraggan in Co Offaly, the largest open-air gathering in Europe which is expected to be attended by 300,000 people over the next three days. Cuireadh tús inniu leis an gComórtas Náisiúnta Treabhdóireachta sa Screagán i gCo Uíbh Fhailí, an tóstal faoin aer is mó san Eoraip a meastar go bhfreastalóidh 300,000 duine air as seo go ceann trí lá. The event was officially opened by the President of Ireland, Michael D Higgins, the last time he will hold that position as he is due to step down from office this year. Is é Uachtarán na hÉireann Michael D Higgins a chuir tús oifigiúil leis an ócáid, an uair dheiridh a bheas an cúram sin air agus é le n-éirí as oifig i mbliana. Competitions, exhibitions, selling, buying, aerating and baccarat will take place at the major fair in the midlands that farmers flock to every year. Comórtais, taispeántais, díol, ceannach, aeraíocht agus bachram a bheas ar siúl ag an móraonach i lár tíre a mbíonn feirmeoirí ag triall air ina dtáinte gach uile bhliain. In addition to the fun, there will also be the seriousness and the future of the agricultural sector to be sifted by farmers and their representatives in light of the latest international trade agreements, in particular the Mercosur agreement. Chomh maith leis an súgradh, beidh an dáiríre ann freisin agus a bhfuil i ndán don earnáil talmhaíochta le criathrú ag feirmeoirí agus a n- ionadaithe i bhfianaise na socruithe trádála idirnáisiúnta is deireanaí, go háirithe comhaontú Mercosur. Farmers believe that this agreement could be very damaging to the beef and poultry sector in Ireland. Creideann feirmeoirí go bhféadfadh an comhaontú sin an-dochar a dhéanamh don earnáil mairteola agus éineola in Éirinn. Farmers are also concerned that their specific arrangement regarding the amount of nitrates they apply to their land will soon be ended. Tá imní ar fheirmeoirí freisin go gcuirfear deireadh go luath leis an socrú faoi leith atá acu maidir leis an méid níotráití a chuireann siad ar a gcuid talaimh. The European Union is asking them to apply less nitrates to the land in the future for environmental reasons, but the farmers claim that the proposed reduction is not necessary given the high water quality in this country. Tá an tAontas Eorpach ag iarraidh orthu níos lú níotráití a chur ar an talamh feasta de ghrá an chomhshaoil, ach maíonn na feirmeoirí nach bhfuil gá leis an laghdú atá molta agus caighdeán an uisce sa tír seo chomh hard anois. In addition to President Higgins, the people who are seeking to replace him will also be attending the fair in Scregán at various times this week. Chomh maith leis an Uachtarán Higgins, na daoine atá ag iarraidh teacht ina áit, tabharfaidh siad féin sciuird ar an aonach sa Screagán ag tráthanna éagsúla an tseachtain seo. RTÉ News and Current Affairs Nuacht agus Cúrsaí Reatha RTÉ

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

A re-broadcast of a special Culture Night Miscellany, hosted by President Higgins and Sabina Higgins at Áras an Uachtaráin in 2024, with Manchán Magan, Tim Carey, Mia Döring, Rita Ann Higgins, Donal Ryan and President Michael D Higgins

Myles O'Reilly, Irish Musicianand Filmmaker.

Myles O'Reilly, musician and filmmaker, spoke to Matt about working with President Michael D Higgins on his spoken-word album, Against All Certainty.He also discussed his favourite music, films, TV shows and books that have influenced his own work and life.To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.

On this week's episode of The Long Game Podcast, Ben and Jason discuss the state of the Presidential race, the possibility of "President Bertie Ahern", the cult of Michael D. Higgins, and delve further into the state funding of media.

On Friday's Football Daily, Richie McCormack has all the news from the Conference League draw, with Shelbourne to face the FA Cup winners in Dublin. Richie also has the Europa League plans for Aston Villa, Nottingham Forest, Celtic and Rangers. The President, Michael D Higgins leads the tributes to Ollie Horgan. Two Republic of Ireland internationals are on the move today, and we hear from one of them as he lands in Southampton. And two ex-Manchester United managers join the dole queue in Istanbul.

The cast of characters in this Autumn's Áras race is taking shape, and it's all to play for in the bid to succeed Michael D Higgins. Will it be Catherine Connolly, or does Heather Humphreys have her number? Has Bertie Ahern's continued lingering created a headache for Micheal Martin, or could former Dubs boss Jim Gavin, be the next Fianna Fáil front runner ? Host; Fionnán Sheahan, Guests; Mary Regan and John DowningSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the third and final part from our John Giles Night Of Celebration, a very special tribute held before a select audience at Dublin's Sugar Club. In part one, John told Nathan Murphy and Eoin Sheahan about his own beginnings in the game - you can hear that part here. The second part saw John joined by his former Leeds United teammates Eddie Gray and Joe Jordan, and that part is available here.Here in part 3, former Republic of Ireland manager Brian Kerr, and the ghost-writer of John's autobiography - Declan Lynch - help to contextualise John's significance in Irish life. And we also have tributes from across football, led by the President, Michael D Higgins. We'll also hear from Liam Brady, the Chief Executive of the FAI, former Ireland boss Stephen Kenny, our erstwhile colleague Kevin Kilbane, John's nephew John Stiles and Dr. Alan Byrne.

In this episode of Let Me Explain, Sean Defoe dives into the intriguing world of presidential powers and constraints in Ireland. What can the President actually say, and what rules govern their speech? Joining Sean is Dr. Jennifer Kavanagh, the "constitutional whisperer," who unpacks the legal intricacies surrounding the office of the president. With insights into the constitutional backing and historical context, they discuss how Michael D. Higgins has navigated these limitations while still voicing opinions on critical issues like housing. As the presidential race heats up, the conversation shifts to how potential candidates might approach this delicate balance of opinion and formality in their campaigns.

Recent attacks on members of the Indian community in Ireland are "despicable" and "diminish all of us". That's the view of President Michael D Higgins, who was speaking following recent attacks on Indians in Ireland. President Higgins condemned the attacks, saying they "stand in stark contradiction to the values that we as people hold dear". This Sunday's India Day festival at Farmleigh in Dublin's Phoenix Park will not go ahead because of fears over safety. The Indian embassy in Dublin recently warned citizens “take reasonable precautions for their personal security and avoid deserted areas, especially in odd hours”. Are unsavoury, racially motivated incidents against Indians confined to Dublin? Alan Morrissey was joined by Shazia Shaikh, an Indian woman living in Shannon. She says that she and her family have been the victims of racially driven bullying and anti-social behaviour.

Mairead McGuinness has pulled out of the Presidential race.In a shock statement this afternoon the former EU Commissioner said she was doing so on medical advice after spending time in hospital last week.She said she doesn't believe she has the strength to give the campaign her all. McGuinness had been the favourite to win the election and replace Michael D Higgins.

Recent attacks on members of the Indian community in Ireland are "despicable" and "diminish all of us", President Michael D Higgins has said.. And as many of you may know, there is a vibrant Indian community across Tipperary... And I am delighted to be joined by Kuldeep Joshi in studio..

The Labour Party moved to bury the hatchet with a potential successor to Michael D. Higgins last night. Meanwhile, tensions escalate within the Social Democrats a week on since the readmission of Dublin Bay South TD Eoin Hayes. Our reporter Barry Lenihan tells us more.

Conor meets Dr Umar Al Qadri; Sunni Islamic Scholar and Chair of the Irish Muslim Peace & Integration Council. In Ireland for 20 years, he became a citizen when Michael D Higgins prompted him to and has since been a candidate in both the last European and General Elections. A well-known voice in Irish life, he sheds some light on what it is like to be Muslim in Ireland, his views on radicalisation and extremism, his work to promote integration and inclusion, and his own very deep faith.

Maura McGrath, National Concert Hall, gives details of a night to celebrate President Michael D Higgins

President Michael D Higgins's 14-year term is in its final months with an election to decide his predecessor set to take place before November 11th.After months when a changing list of potential candidates tended towards the fanciful – for a while it seemed that anyone with a public profile was in the frame – now two names have emerged as definite contenders: Independent TD Catherine Connolly and former MEP Mairead McGuinness.Connolly has secured the backing of the Social Democrats, People Before Profit and several Independent members, while McGuinness is the Fine Gael nominee.Going by previous presidential elections, it won't be a two-horse race but when will other candidates declare? And do the two women have early-mover advantage?Irish Times political correspondent Ellen Coyne explains.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by John Casey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The battle to succeed Michael D Higgins is intensifying- with a candidate the outgoing president knows well now officially in the race. Our reporter Barry Lenihan reports from our Oireachtas studio outlining some of the potential candidates.

Its a heatwave in Ireland and Michael D Higgins is not happy with it!He's working on a solution.

Ellen Coyne and Harry McGee join Pat Leahy to look back on the week in politics: · When Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald was asked on Monday if she was ruling herself out of this year's contest to succeed Michael D Higgins, she replied, “we're not ruling anything in or anything out.” But could a tilt at the presidency be a potential career-ender for Mary Lou?· Elsewhere, those ruling themselves firmly in include Galway West Independent TD Catherine Connolly, who says she plans to launch her presidential election bid next week. The veteran Donegal TD Pat the Cope Gallagher says he is considering seeking Fianna Fáil nomination to run, but Fine Gael's Seán Kelly has ruled himself out, with Mairead McGuinness now widely expected to seek Áras election.· The Occupied Territories Bill is now undergoing pre-legislative scrutiny. The big question remains whether the proposed bill will include services along with the prohibition of trade in goods with Israeli companies operating in the illegally occupied Palestinian territories. Plus, the panel picks their favourite Irish Times pieces of the week:· The throwaway lyrics of Oasis, the social cohesion of the July 12th bonfires, and when crying in public is the natural thing to do. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I often quote a great Jim Carrey line that I think is a great approach for life. Jim's father always wanted to be a comedian, and would have been a great one, but he opted for the ‘safer bet' and became an accountant instead. But he was ultimately made unemployed, and Jim learned a valuable lesson from that, saying “You can fail at what you don't want. So you might as well take a chance on doing what you love”My guest on this episode, John Travers, initially opted for the safer bet of a well-paid job as an engineer with a global energy company, but before he started the role, he went to India and did some volunteer work – and that changed everything. He returned home to that job and worked in the corporate and start-up world for a number of years, but he fulfilled the promise he made to himself in India – he would dedicate his life to helping society's most frail and vulnerable people.Today, John is a qualified GP and is not only making a difference in the world, but he is happy and fulfilled by the work he is doing. He has just published a book about his time working as a doctor, the people he has met and treated, and the impact they have had on him. Its call A Shot of Hope and he'll be telling me all about his fascinating story on this episode of The Mario Rosenstock Podcast.COMEDY – How are supposed to cope with this heatwave hitting Ireland? A few well-known people share their advice, including Michael O'Leary, Michael D Higgins, and Ivan Yates. Produced by Patrick Haughey, AudioBrand

There has been much discussion about who the next President may be, and who will put their name in the hat, but as part of this year's Galway International Arts Festival, they have curated an exhibition looking back at current President Michael D Higgins - and all he has done in public life.For more on this, Seán is joined by Artistic Director of the Galway Arts Festival, Paul Fahy…Image: Galway Arts Festival

B.P. Fallon joins Ray to talk about his career and life which has now become the subject of an excellent documentary called 'Rock'n'Roll Wizard' which premieres at the Galway Film Fleadh this weekend and features interviews with Bob Geldof, Debbie Harry, Donovan, Robert Plant, Imelda May, Michael D. Higgins and more.

Noel is unhappy that a portrait of Michael D Higgins has been removed from Belfast City Hall. Listeners who volunteer are having issues getting car insurance. Liverpool fan Daire Gorman reacts to the death of Diogo Jota. Grainne explains what it's like to deal with multiple cancer diagnosis. Liam on why he has to increase prices at his cafe.

Cuireadh tús le hUachtaránacht Michael D Higgins i 2011, tar éis dó breis is milliún vóta a fháil agus sciar 56% faighte aige. ­ Ó shín i leith, ghlac sé leis an dúshlán a bheith mar Uachtarán do chách, agus níor chuir sé fiacail ina fhocail agus é ag labhairt amach go poiblí ar ábhair éagsúla. ­ Ach le deireadh a dhara téarma mar Uachtarán ag druidim linn agus a chomharba le roghnú sna míonna amach romhainn, cé a bheadh in ann teacht isteach sna sála air? ­ Ar Seachtain, amharcann an Dr Katie Whelan siar ar an am a chaith Micheál D Ó hUigínn in Áras an Uachtaráin agus tugann sí spléachadh ar na féidearthachtaí atá ann dá chomharba. ­ ­ Foclóir: ­ Éirimiúil: Intelligent ­ Ualach: Weight/burden ­ Beag beann ar: Regardless of ­ Iontaofa: Trustworthy ­ Ionannú: Identification ­ Barántas: warrant ­ Go héagórach: Unjustly ­ Pardún iarbháis: Posthumous pardon ­ Rochtain: Access ­ Faillí: Negligence ­ Níor chuir sé fiacail ina fhocal: He didn't mince his words ­ Cé is moite: Except ­ Go neamhbhalbh: Point- blankly ­ Iar-throdaí: Former fighter ­ Ceap magaidh: Mockery ­ Féidearthachtaí: Possibilities ­ Tugadh bata agus bóthar dó: He was shown the door ­ Ballraíocht: Membership ­ Tost: Silence ­ Dóchúlacht: Probability ­ Urlabhraí: Spokesperson ­ Bunús: Basis ­ Sna sála air: On his heelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael D. Higgins has been President of Ireland since November 2011, his presidency must end in November this year – that means an election. But unlike many other countries, not every Irish citizen has a vote. Only those living in the ‘State' - the Republic of Ireland, can vote. Now a bill is before the Dáil, which if passed would allow northerners to vote in the presidential election, subject to a referendum, How likely is this change? How would it affect the vote? And what would Unionists make of it? Ciarán Dunbar is joined by David McCann and Sam McBride. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Message from President Michael D.Higgins for National Community Radio Day 2025

The Dáil has agreed to pass a piece of legislation without a vote which will extend Rent Pressure Zones across the country. The bill will go to the Seanad today and it is expected to be signed into law by President Michael D Higgins tomorrow. Shane spoke to Housing Minister James Browne.

President Higgins and his wife Sabina hosted a Bloomsday Garden Party at Áras an Uachtaráin. Bloomsday, 16 June 1904, is the date immortalised in James Joyce's 1922 novel Ulysses and named after the book's protagonist Leopold Bloom. Each year, the President and Sabina host a special Bloomsday themed Garden Party to celebrate the work of James Joyce. https://president.ie/en/diary/details/president-hosts-a-bloomsday-garden-party-15-june-2025

Each year, the President and Sabina Higgins host a series of Garden Parties to celebrate the work of people and organisations who have been active in projects and areas that are central to the Presidency of Michael D. Higgins. The Garden Parties continue a tradition established by past Presidents, and over the course of 7 events, the President and Sabina will welcome people from all over the island of Ireland to Áras an Uachtaráin, its house and gardens. The first garden party of 2025 took place on 13 June, and celebrated community groups from around Ireland, including members from the National Youth Council of Ireland, Gaisce, the National Association for Youth Drama, the Immigrant Council, and the Irish Wheelchair Association.

Beidh an t-Uachtarán Michael D. Higgins in Ollscoil na Gaillimhe inniu, agus é ag bronnadh a chartlann Uachtaránachta ar an Ollscoil. Labhair an Dr. John Caulfield le Aoife Ní Chonghaile.

Pitbull returns to Dublin's 3Arena tonight, and the excitement is real. Who knew that President Michael D. Higgins was a fan of Mr. Worldwide? Hit play now to hear the episode in full!

San Francisco – A Ballymurphy Man/A Work in ProgressIf you live in the San Francisco area go along to the Vogue Theatre on 1st June to see a sneak preview of Trisha Ziff's film – A Ballymurphy Man.It's me telling my story, talking about the influences in my life and of our efforts to build the peace process. Trisha is still working on the final cut and The World Premier of her documentary film will take place in the Galway Film Festival on 12 July. But this is an opportunity for people in San Francisco to see the current work in progress.Tickets are available through the San Francisco Documentary Film Festival at sfdocfest2025.eventive.org/schedule or you can pay in person.The film begins at 7.30 pm and Trisha Ziff, the Director will be there for a Question and Answer.Verbal DisorderWhen I was younger I used to have a stammer. I don't know what age I was. Somewhere between seven and ten perhaps. A youngster! I grew out of my speech impediment, and I have very little recollection of my stammering phase but I was reminded of it when I was on the phone to a friend in Ard Oifig in Dublin last week.The Floodgates of HorrorUachtarán na hÉireann, Michael D Higgins does not mince his words when it comes to Israel's genocidal war against the Palestinian people. Last weekend he addressed the annual commemoration of Ireland's An Gorta Mór – The Great Hunger - of the 1840s. The commemoration is a reminder of our colonial experience and of a potato plight which became a genocide because of the policies of the British government. Over a million died and millions more fled. The Catastrophe – NakbaLast week Palestinians across the world commemorated the Nakba – The Catastrophe. In 1948 almost a million Palestinians fled as refugees from their homes as the Israeli state was forcibly carved out of Palestine. 

On this morning's Gift Grub, it was all about the glorious weather! Ian caught up with wee Daniel, who was driving a Mr Whippy van around Donegal, Bertie was in the middle of a breakfast barbecue, and President Michael D. Higgins was making the most of the pool in Áras an Uachtaráin. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

President Michael D Higgins has lead tributes to Garda Kevin Flatley who was killed while carrying out a speed checkpoint in Dublin yesterday. An Taoiseach Micheál Martin joined Pat to pay his tribute.

President Michael D. Higgins wants you to take on a life-changing challenge — Avril Ryan, CEO of Gaisce tells PJ Coogan how the ‘Be The Arrow' campaign is pushing adults and teens to learn, grow, and give back like never before. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A huge security operation is underway in Vatican City today ahead of Pope Francis's funeral tomorrow. At least 200,000 people are expected to attend Saturday's outdoor service at St Peter's Square. It will draw heads of state and government from around the world, including US President Donald Trump, while President Michael D Higgins, Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Tanáiste Simon Harris are all expected to attend. President Higgins and his wife Sabina will pay their respects at the Pope's lying in state today. Other world leaders, including Donald Trump, are expected to arrive in Rome this evening. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Fr Brendan Quinlivan and Bishop Fintan Monahan.

The death has been announced of Mick O'Dwyer, the Kerry footballer and manager, who for decades was one of the most significant and influential figures in the GAA. President Michael D Higgins said he would be remembered as one of the greatest people ever to be associated with Gaelic Games. Jarlath Burns, President of the GAA, pays tribute...

On this morning's Gift Grub, Taoiseach Michéal Martin told Ian about the impending tariffs from the US and how they might affect the Irish economy. Michael Flatey feels worried, Michael O'Leary is ready to rebel, and Michael D Higgins is channeling pure patriotism. Hit play now to hear the full episode.

President Higgins’ second term ends in November. Discussion has already started as to who might run for the Presidency and who might be interested in the role. Names mentioned include MEP Sean Kelly, Senators Michael McDowell and Frances Black, and Eurovision winner Linda Martin. Students at Kerry College’s journalism, podcasting and radio course got the views of people in Tralee. Comment line caller Bríd Mhic Gearailt believes it’s vital that the next President is a fluent Irish speaker, like Michael D Higgins.

Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor, Irish Independent // Gary Murphy, Professor of politics at DCU

St Patrick's Day 2025 - Message from President Michael D. Higgins by Áras an Uachtaráin

Harry McGee and Jack Horgan-Jones join Hugh Linehan on today's Inside Politics podcast to discuss the week in politics:· Letters from Independent TDs to to Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy stating they will support the Government on a “case-by-case” basis has brough the true size of the coalition's majority into question.· The speculation around picks for the last 11 Seanad seats suggests Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Tánaiste Simon Harris will opt for greater gender balance.· Incoming Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan, like the raft of other new senior ministers, will look to hit the ground running in his new role. Addressing dwindling Garda numbers and restoring a sense of safety to Dublin's city streets will be high on his priority list.· Although the contest to succeed President Michael D Higgins is not happening until late autumn, there are already some eye-catching, if unlikely, potential candidates, not least the Irish Times' own Fintan O'Toole. Plus, the panel pick their favourite Irish Times articles of the week, including the defunding of USAID and peace process absurdities, radical right momentum in Europe, and a Chitty-averse arts minister. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He's one of Ireland's most intelligent, interesting and, at times, incendiary characters, and he's also one of the people I most love to interview. Eamon Dunphy, having put his podcast The Stand on pause after over 2000 episodes, is now embarking on his next adventure. And on this episode of The Mario Rosenstock Podcast, he tells me all about it.But as you might expect from Dunphy, there are a few issues – and people – that are grinding his gears right now: Trump, Michael D Higgins, Elon Musk, and Fintan O'Toole to name but a few! He also tells some great stories from the heyday of the Dublin social scene, and we get a bit deep too, as Eamon shares his thoughts on ageing, life, and death.The Mario Rosenstock Podcast is sponsored by Delux BathroomsProduced by Patrick Haughey, AudioBrand

Stephen Watt is the Provost Professor of English at Indiana University. His research interests include drama and theatre of the 19th and 20th centuries, Irish Studies, and the contemporary university and his recent works include Bernard Shaw's Fiction, Material Psychology, and Affect: Shaw, Freud, Simmel (2018), “Something Dreadful and Grand”: American Literature and the Irish-Jewish Unconscious (2015), and Beckett and Contemporary Irish Writing (2009). In this interview he discusses his new book, From the 'Troubles' to Trumpism: Ireland and America, 1960-2023 (Anthem Press, 2024), a personal history of Irish, American and Irish-American politics and culture since the 1960s. The essays in this book combine historical investigation with cultural criticism to illuminate the present moment, particularly the present American moment. In this regard, the dates 1960 and 2023 in the book's subtitle are by no means accidental. The first three chapters concern the history of America's relationship with Ireland during the administrations of the presidents whose terms spanned the immediate pre-history and history of the Troubles. After a glance backward at American and Irish relations in the nineteenth century, the first chapter focuses on the 1960 election of John F. Kennedy, the first Catholic president in America's history and the first to visit Ireland during his term of office. It also juxtaposes Kennedy's jubilant 1963 trip to Ireland with Ronald Reagan's more complicated homecoming in 1984. From there, the book traces Irish-American connections via the presidencies of Richard Nixon, Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan and Bill Clinton, Joe Biden and Donald Trump, as well as Michael D. Higgins. Aidan Beatty is a lecturer in the history department at Carnegie Mellon University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Pat Leahy and Harry McGee join Hugh Linehan on today's Inside Politics podcast to discuss the week in politics:· The panel started by teasing out the convoluted and somewhat undemocratic Seanad election process. Is it better to be on the inside or the outside panel? And how important is it for nominees to possess sufficient qualifications?· Does Sinn Féin need to change its message and personnel after so long in opposition? Could it be time for a reshuffle despite the party's strength in areas like housing and finance?· The decision on who will be the third leg of the next government edges ever closer, with Independent Ireland, the Regional Independent Group and the Healy-Rae brothers all still in contention. But what kind of ministries are in the offing?· And speaking at the BT Young Scientist Exhibition, President Michael D Higgins described Nato's call for increased military spending as ‘appalling'. Will his frequent comments on international affairs set a precedent for his successor? Plus, the panel pick their favourite Irish Times articles of the week, on Elon Musk and the AfD, Justin Trudeau's legacy, and planning refusal for 900 apartments in Dundrum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.