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It's the presidential election that feels more like a coronation. Catherine Connolly looks set to sweep to victory, but how did a campaign with so many debates end up feeling so flat? Tabitha Monahan and Mary Regan look back a contest defined by deflection, missteps, and one 'attack ad' that might've backfired. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alison O'Connor, Journalist and Commentator - Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor with The Irish Independent

Our panel of Padraig O'Sullivan, Fianna Fail TD for Cork North Central, Pádraig Rice, Social Democrats TD for Cork South-Central, Christina Finn, Political Editor at The Journal and Harry McGee, Political Correspondent with The Irish Times discuss the presidential election as it heads into the final day.

Paul Cunningham, Political Correspondent, reports on the squablles taking place in the Dáil over the Presidential race.

Pat Leahy, political editor with the Irish Times

With polling day approaching next Friday, Catherine Connolly has a sturdy lead over Heather Humphreys according to polls. We get analysis from Mary Regan, Political Editor of the Irish Independent, and Radio na Gaeltachta Political Correspondent Cuan O'Sioradain.

Catherine Connolly holds a commanding lead in the presidential election with just over a week to go before votes are cast, according to the latest Irish Times/Ipsos B&A opinion poll.The poll finds that Connolly, on 38 per cent, has almost double the support of her nearest rival, Fine Gael's Heather Humphreys, on 20 per cent. Support for the Fianna Fáil candidate, Jim Gavin, who stopped his presidential campaign last week, but is still on the ballot paper, is at just 5 per cent.Pat Leahy joins Hugh Linehan to talk about the significance of Connolly's lead, the mountain Humphreys now has to climb to win and what her campaign may do in the final week of the race. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mícheál Lehane, Political Correspondent, discusses the state of the Presidential election, following an opinion poll showing a big lead for Catherine Connolly.

With a week to go until polling, Barry Lenihan reports on the latest developments in the Presidential race.

What happened after Fianna Fáil lost its candidate for President - has Micheál Martin managed to see off his detractors? And Budget 26: dull or dynamic?

The Taoiseach has been apologising to his party faithful over the handling of the presidential election campaign. Micheál Martin addressed the Fianna Fáil parliamentary party last night, to answer questions over the exit of Jim Gavin from the race on Sunday. The Fianna Fail leader told the meeting he can 'sometimes get things wrong,' adding he was 'devastated' by Jim Gavin's hasty withdrawal. Some within Fianna Fáil are calling for change. On Thursday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey discussed this issue with FF councillor Alan O'Callaghan and FF councillor Rita McInerney. Photo (c) Fianna Fáil

Andrew Lowth, Reporter, speaks to Fianna Fáil councillors about the fallout of Jim Gavin's exit from the Presidential race. Mícheál Lehane, Political Correspondent, has the latest on the Presidential race as the political fallout, following Jim Gavin's shock withdrawal, continues.

Jim Gavin's withdrawal from the presidential race has cast a shadow across Fianna Fáil. Also there are questions of whether proper processes were in place to select a candidate. We get more reaction with Eamon O Cuiv, former Fianna Fáil Minister for Housing.

Ellen Coyne and Jack Horgan-Jones join Hugh to talk about the stunning news of Jim Gavin's withdrawal from the presidential race, leaving Heather Humphreys and Catherine Connolly in a head-to-head battle.The news has infuriated Fianna Fáil backbenchers and leaves party leader Michéal Martin and campaign director Jack Chambers with big questions to answer over how Gavin was selected and how his campaign was run. There is also the question of which of the remaining candidates benefits most from Gavin's withdrawal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listeners reacted to Jim Gavin's withdrawal from the presidential race. Plus, we remember author Jilly Cooper.

Niall Collins, Fianna Fáil TD for Limerick County // Barry Andrews, Fianna Fáil's Dublin MEP // Louise Burne, political correspondent with the Irish Examiner // Pat Leahy, political editor with the Irish Times

We speak to Fianna Fáil's Billy Kelleher after Jim Gavin's dramatic exit from the Presidential race.

With Jim Gavin out of the presidential race, what does that mean for Michael Martin's leadership within Fianna Fáil? All to discuss with Derek Mooney, Derek Mooney, Former Fianna Fáil advisor and communications expert and Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at DCU.

Norma Foley TD, Minister for Children, Disability and Equality, Fianna Fáil, Kerry gives her reaction to the new that Jim Gavin is no longer running in the presidential race.

Presidential candidate Catherine Connolly has confirmed she employed a woman convicted by the Special Criminal Court for unlawful possession of firearms. She defended her decision to hire her for a six-month period in 2018, and claimed no one from An Garda Síochána contacted her to say the person was unsuitable for the role. Pat Leahy, Political Editor of The Irish Times brought us the latest on this.

Louise Burne, Political Correspondent Irish Examiner, discusses how the initial days of the presidential election race are shaping up.

Senator Aubrey McCarthy discusses whether or not he will sign Maria Steen's nomination papers to contest the Irish Presidential election. Mícheál Lehane, Political Correspondent, has the latest updates as nominations close today in the race to be the next President of Ireland

Beidh díreach triúr iarrthóirí ag dul san iomaíocht sa toghchán uachtaránachta, agus is iad ar fad ainmnithe ag Páirtithe an Oireachtais. Ach cad é faoi na hiarrthóirí neamhspleácha, iad siúd nach raibh in ann an tairseach a bhaint amach agus a n-ainm a chur ar an ballot paper? Agus le lá na vótála ag teanadh linn, cén cineál Uachtaráin atá uainn anois? Ar Seachtain, tugann Ursula Savage, tráchtaire polaitíochta, spléachadh ar na hiarrthóirí, na conspóidí agus na knock-backs atá feicthe againn san fheachtas go dtí seo. Foclóir: Toghcheantar: Constituency Dul ar scor: Retire Deimhnithe: Confirmed Siar is aniar: Back and forth Comhbhá: Empathy or kinship Iarrthóirí neamhspléacha: Independent candidates Comhairle áitiúla: Local authority Ainmniúchán: Nomination Tairseach: Threshold Rathúil: Successful Luachanna: Values A mhalairt: The opposite Droch-tháithí: Bad experience Ní chuireann sí fiacail ina cuid focail: She doesn't mince her words Maitheas: Good or benefit As an ghnáth: Out of the ordinary Seicteachas: Sectarianism See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Murphy, Fine Gael TD for Tipperary South; Rónán Mullen, Independent Senator; Mark Wall, Labour TD for Kildare South; Louise Burne, Political Correspondent for the Irish Examiner

With Sinn Féin's decision to back Catherine Connolly, the presidential field may now be set though Maria Steen is still pursuing a place in the race. Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent, gives his analysis.

Catherine Connolly, Independent presidential candidate / Eoin Ó Broin, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Mid West / Kieran O'Donnell, Minister of State at the Department of Health and Fine Gael TD for Limerick City / Peadar Tóibín, Aontú party leader and TD for Meath West / Jen Cummins, Social Democrats TD for Dublin South Central 

Brian Mahon updates us about latest developments in the race for Áras an Uachtaráin.

Make up your mind time for Sinn Féin has finally arrived, presidential candidates go ploughing, and budget spats in the Dáil

With many hopefuls making presentations to local authorities around the country, in the hope of securing a nomination, and to ultimately make it on to the ballot paper. For the latest Sarah is joined by reporter Barry Lenihan, Independent Councillor Aisling Moran, of Laois County Council and Fine Gael councillor, Liam Callaghan.

To discuss the latest in the county council nominations for President, Kieran is joined by Independent Kerry Councillor Niall ‘Botty' O'Callaghan, and Acting Political Editor with the Irish Examiner, Paul Hosford.

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.

Will Independent TDs nail their presidential colours? To discuss this Barry Heneghan, Independent TD, Dublin Bay North, Danny Healy Rae, Independent TD, Kerry and Paul Gogarty, Independent TD, Dublin Mid West.

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.

Billy Kelleher MEP talks to PJ about the Fianna Fáil Presidential race, hears how Student Inc rewards bright young entrepreneurs, chats to Freda Hayes about Blarney Woollen Mills 50th birthday. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a huge amount of speculation and rumour, Bertie Ahern has backed out of the Irish Presidential Race and has officially taken himself out of the running. He joined Ian on this morning's Gift Grub to explain why. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

This afternoon, Kerry County Councillors are due to hear from at least 12 potential candidates seeking their backing to run in the Presidential election today. One of those is Presidential candidate Gareth Sheridan, who spoke to Jerry about why he believes it’s important Independents go forward. Potential candidates need the support of four local authorities to get on the ballot paper. Wexford County Council is also holding a similar process today. Jerry spoke to Kerry County Councillors Michael Foley of Fine Gael, Labour’s Marie Moloney, and Breandán Fitzgerald of Fianna Fáil.

Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics in DCU, discusses the latest developments in the Presidential race.

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.

Mícheal Lehane, Political Correspondent, reports on the current state of the presidential race.

Michéal Lehane, Political Correspondent, discusses the latest in the presidential race as potential candidates vie for position. Ellen Coyne, Irish Times Political Correspondent and Daniel McConnell, Editor of the Business Post discuss the latest developments as the presidential race gathers pace.

Despite all the talk over the summer, the names that came and went, the speculation and supposition – there is still only one name confirmed for the presidential race.Catherine Connolly, who launched her candidacy early with the support of Labour, the Soc Dems and others will be on the ballot paper.She will be joined by other presidential hopefuls – that much is certain – but who?Today in The Irish Times Pat Leahy reports that Fianna Fáil may have found its candidate. On today's podcast political correspondent Ellen Coyne looks at GAA legend Jim Gavin's potential candidacy, why Fine Gael picked Heather Humphreys over Sean Kelly, and whether the independents pushing for a place on the ballot have a real shot.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by Declan Conlon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harry McGee and Ellen Coyne look back on the week in politics:· The presidential race is the only show in town with Fine Gael recovering remarkably well from the news last week that Mairead McGuinness was dropping out for health reasons. Within days of that bombshell, Heather Humphreys and Seán Kelly emerged as rivals for the party candidacy, but Humphreys' momentum and popularity across party lines makes her a strong favourite to win the race for the nomination. · And while Fine Gael can count three legitimate potential candidates, Taoiseach Micheál Martin is playing his cards close to his chest with Fianna Fáil yet to put anyone forward. Perhaps former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern will eventually get the nod? · Will Sinn Féin throw their support behind Catherine Connolly in the absence of an obvious candidate in their own ranks? Mary Lou McDonald aside of course. Plus, the panel picks their favourite Irish Times pieces of the week:· Walking the Boyne Valley Camino, and Rose of Tralee winner Katelyn Cummins. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Kelly is joined by Jonathan Mahler! He is a staff writer for The New York Times Magazine, his sports journalism has been featured in the book “The Best American Sports Writing”, and he is the  author of two books: “Ladies and Gentlemen, The Bronx is Burning” as well as “The Challenge.” And his third book “The Gods of New York” is available now wherever you buy books! Join them, as Jonathan tells kelly a bit about where he's from, and his profession. Kelly asks about raising kids in New York City, and what age did he think is ok for kids to ride the subway.  Kelly asks Jonathan to give him a background of New York City leading up to the 1980s. Jonathan tells him what it was like to cover the 2016 presidential campaign, and how he was inspired to write this book.  Jonathan tells Kelly about some of the stories that were going on during the second half of the 1980s, and Kelly talks about how he remembers living through a lot of these headlines.  Kelly asks Jonathan what he thinks of the current Mayoral race in New York City. Jae tells a funny story of what floridians think of the race. And Jonathan recounts how he thinks that the events of his book have a direct effect on this current political climate.  Jonathan talks about his research process for the book, what archival he used, and the people he was able to interview. Jae and Kelly talk about how much they love the writing of the book: How personable it is, how funny it is, and how the passion for New York City is dripping off every page.  Kelly asks Jonathan to tell us about the title of the book: "The Gods of New York". Jonathan talks about where the title came from, how much he loves the title, but also why he was apprehensive to call it that. Finally, Kelly asks Jonathan some questions about his writing process, as well as some fun quick New York City questions that every New Yorker has an answer for.    But above all else; Jonathan Mahler is a New Yorker!   Kelly Kopp's Social Media: @NewYorkCityKopp   Jonathan Mahler's Social Media:   Chapters (00:00:00) - New Yorkers Podcast: Jonathan Mahler(00:01:39) - Meet Jonathan Livingston: Born and Raised in New York(00:04:46) - Jonathan Wolff on His New Book 'The Gods of New York(00:07:19) - New York's Rise and Fall(00:11:31) - In the Elevator With Andrew Cuomo(00:12:15) - The New York Mayor's War(00:14:41) - In the Elevator With Ed Koch(00:16:26) - How To Write A Detailing of the AIDS Era(00:19:01) - Interviewing Rudy Giuliani and Donald Trump(00:22:25) - In the Elevator With Bernard(00:22:52) - Bernie Getz: The Death Wish(00:27:02) - George Clooney on the NYC mayoral race(00:29:49) - Sen. Bernie Sanders on the Presidential Race(00:30:32) - How The City Went From Crisis to Rebirth(00:33:08) - In the Elevator With Jay(00:33:22) - What Made You Write 'This Is Worth Doing'(00:34:11) - What surprised you most during your research for The New York Story?(00:37:26) - Ed Koch's Last Term(00:40:27) - The Gods of New York(00:42:02) - "The End of New York" by Philip Pullman(00:43:06) - "The Book Review": A Fan Narrated(00:44:05) - 10 Quick-Fire Questions for '(00:46:21) - What It Means To Be A New Yorker

The surprise withdrawal from the presidential election race of Fine Gael candidate Mairead McGuinness on health grounds has introduced even more uncertainty to an already unpredictable contest. On today's podcast Ellen Coyne and Cormac McQuinn join Hugh to assess the state of the campaign. Who will Fine Gael choose to replace McGuinness on their ticket? When will Fianna Fáil nominate a candidate? Would Dr Tony Holohan's Covid record be an asset or a liability if he decided to run? Could McGuinness's withdrawal carry downsides for independent candidate Catherine Connolly? And who exactly is Gareth Sheridan? The panel also pick their favourite Irish Times articles of the week, including an emotional preview of Oasis at Croke Park, a review of the pro golfers appearing in Happy Gilmore 2 and a dispatch from a small Welsh town that hit the jackpot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reporter, Juliette Gash has the latest on the Presidential Election, as Fine Gael's Mairead McGuinness withdraws. Gerard Howlin, former government advisor and political commentator, analyses the current state of the Presidential Election after the withdrawal of Mairead McGuinness.

New presidential race 2028 odds are in from offshore oddsmakers at PolyMarket. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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