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Anna returns early from her trip to Venice, confessing to Helen her life's all over the place, especially when it comes to making sure Carol's okay, as she never admits to any problems. At Glebe Cottage Anna suggests Carol needs more support. She can't just rely on neighbours helping out. Carol's stubbornly resistant before Anna asks if she'll come and live with her. Carol scoffs, they'd end up killing each other. She's staying where she is, she values her autonomy too much. Anna then suggests someone checking in on Carol daily, but Carol hated having a cleaner even twice a week. It's an impasse. When Helen turns up with soup, Carol denounces being seen as a charity case, but still accepts the offer. Anna and Carol continue sniping at each other, while Helen excuses herself to heat up the soup. Seeing George waiting at the bus stop Ruairi offers him a lift to Felpersham. Grateful George is embarrassed to admit he's going to a counselling appointment, but Ruairi is very encouraging. George then wonders if Ruairi has ever had counselling, before extolling the virtues of going and explaining how his counsellor is helping him see things differently. George is surprised Ruairi never talked to anyone about losing his mum, thinking he's been lucky by comparison, still having both his parents. George then politely declines Ruairi's offer to wait and drive him home again, and apologises for comparing his situation to Ruairi's. Ruairi tells him he's glad he did, before George thanks him for the lift. He won't forget it.
Ruairi's got a lot on his mind, and Esme thinks she might lose the farm.
This week's podcast is presented by Stephen and Jacqueline. We hear from: Tracy from California with a plot prediction about who conked George; Leigh from Cookham with thoughts on brides and hair; Love Jazzer's Singing with an opinion about Alice and Rex; Katherine with expert knowledge about George's alcohol tag; Tracy again with views on Alice, Rex and Kirsty; Lakey Hill Liminal with some worries about Brian; And finally Jacquieline in Christchurch with thoughts on Brian and Ruairi; And we have an email from first-time emailer-innerer, Kevin in Orlando.As usual we'll hear a roundup of the Dumteedum Facebook group, this week from Vicky, and the Tweets of the Week from Theo, plus the roundup of this Week in Ambridge, from Suey.Please call into the show using this link:www.speakpipe.com/dumteedum Or send us a voicenote via WhatsApp on: +44 7770 764 896 (07770 764 896 if in the UK) – Open the WhatsApp app, key in the number and click on the microphone icon. Or email us at dumteedum@mail.com How to leave a review on Apple podcasts: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/podcasts/pod5facd9d70/mac***** The Patreon feed for Dumteedum is at www.patreon.com/DumteedumPodcast and the subscription rate is £5.00 per calendar month plus VAT. ***** Also Sprach Zarathustra licence Creative Commons ► Attribution 3.0 Unported ► CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..."You are free to use, remix, transform, and build upon the materialfor any purpose, even commercially. You must give appropriate credit." Conducted byPhilip Milman ► https://pmmusic.pro/ Funded ByLudwig ► / ludwigahgren Schlatt ► / jschlattlive COMPOSED BY / @officialphilman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Azra's grateful to Ben for coming into work at short notice and as he eats a late breakfast they discuss Azra's fasting. He tells Azra about Josh's upcoming working holiday in Patagonia and the possibility of moving back to the Stables. Ben feels ready, despite the slight memory of his breakdown. They then talk about this year's big push on mental health awareness. Later Ben reports he's contacted Radio Borsetshire; they've suggested doing a live interview with Azra next week, linking it with their own mental health campaign. Azra's nervous about getting her message right, but thinks a call to action might be her best approach. While Jakob attends to a horse with Alice, Brian pops by and notes Rex has a spring in his step. Jakob admits he knows Alice and Rex are an item. Brian's keen to check in with Ruairi, while Alice suggests Ruairi's a bit down because of Paul being away. They discuss Miranda's purchase of Home Farm and debate where to plant a Mother's Day rose for Jennifer. Brian compliments Alice on looking so well, smugly taking credit for her and Rex. Brian's worried about Kate and talks to Jakob. Limited to video calls with Phoebe, Brian's convinced Kate wants to live in Scotland, nearer her daughter and granddaughter. He's keen to check with Jakob how he'd feel if Kate admits she wants to move. Jakob isn't averse in theory, but as Kate hasn't mentioned anything to him Jakob admits a slight panic and wonders whether Kate even wants him to go with her.
In this episode of the More Freedom Foundation Podcast, Rob Morris and Ruairi discuss the rapidly escalating war between the United States, Israel, and Iran—and why many analysts warned that such a conflict could have catastrophic consequences.The conversation examines the joint U.S.–Israeli military campaign that began on February 28, 2026, when coordinated strikes targeted Iranian military infrastructure, leadership compounds, and strategic sites across multiple cities. The attacks marked a dramatic escalation in long-running tensions surrounding Iran's nuclear program, regional influence, and its rivalry with Israel. ()Rob explores the strategic logic behind the war and questions whether the decision to launch such a large-scale operation will ultimately stabilize the region or plunge it into deeper chaos. The episode looks at how the conflict could reshape the Middle East, trigger retaliatory attacks across the region, disrupt global energy markets, and potentially draw in additional actors through proxy warfare.The discussion also examines the role of media narratives, political messaging, and public opinion in shaping support for military action. As the conflict continues to unfold, Rob and Ruairi encourage listeners to critically examine the assumptions behind the war—and consider the long-term geopolitical consequences that may follow.SubstackPatreonWebsiteBooksTwitterTikTok
This week's podcast is presented by Jacqueline and Stephen. We hear from: · Claire from Clapham, who is very cross with Tony; · Witherspoon, who is concerned about Brian, Tony and Will; · Glyn, who has thoughts about the temptations of Helen; · Chris, who is not in Indiana, but is a first-time caller-innerer at last, with thoughts on Ruairi, Helen, George and Shakespeare; · And finally Globetrotting Richard who has good advice for Chelsea and he approves of the Bridge Farm business audit; And we have an email from Edna Cloud.As usual we'll hear a roundup of the Dumteedum Facebook group, this week from Jacquieline, and the Tweets of the Week from Theo, plus the roundup of this Week in Ambridge, from Suey.Please call into the show using this link:www.speakpipe.com/dumteedum Or send us a voicenote via WhatsApp on: +44 7770 764 896 (07770 764 896 if in the UK) – Open the WhatsApp app, key in the number and click on the microphone icon. Or email us at dumteedum@mail.com How to leave a review on Apple podcasts: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/podcasts/pod5facd9d70/mac***** The Patreon feed for Dumteedum is at www.patreon.com/DumteedumPodcast and the subscription rate is £5.00 per calendar month plus VAT. ***** Also Sprach Zarathustra licence Creative Commons ► Attribution 3.0 Unported ► CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..."You are free to use, remix, transform, and build upon the materialfor any purpose, even commercially. You must give appropriate credit." Conducted byPhilip Milman ► https://pmmusic.pro/ Funded ByLudwig ► / ludwigahgren Schlatt ► / jschlattlive COMPOSED BY / @officialphilman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Archers: Rory's Secret, Helen's Big Offer & Home Farm ReturnsIn this week's episode of All About The Archers, Philippa and Katie discuss the drama in Ambridge from Sunday 1st to Tuesday 3rd March.There are secrets threatening to spill, tough love at Home Farm, and some very interesting shifting dynamics between parents and partners. Will Ruairi keep quiet for long? And what exactly is Brian's long-term plan?We also cover:Miranda's compassion — and what it might meanThe future of Home FarmAdam stirring the pot (and enjoying it)Helen's surprising career opportunityDirector of Operations… really?George's latest attempt at redemptionThe mystery of that recordingThe Ag report and what it could uncoverPlus our Star of the Week and Twit of the Week, and some bold predictions involving cinnamon buns, cricket, archery and possibly the ghost of Jenny.If you love The Archers and want weekly analysis, strong opinions and plenty of laughter, make sure you're subscribed.New episodes every week.Watch, follow & support All About The Archers▶️ Watch on YouTube: All About The Archers☕ Support the podcast: Buy us a coffee
George wants to make amends, and Ruairi's in a state.
We take a deep dive into the history and evolving power of the Federal Reserve. From its creation in 1913 to its expanded role during the 2008 financial crisis and the 2020 pandemic, the Fed has become one of the most influential institutions in modern life — with its chair often acting as a stabilizing force during times of crisis.Rob and Ruairi examine how America functioned without a central bank, why that era has surprising parallels to modern cryptocurrencies, and how the world fundamentally changed after the Federal Reserve's creation.A thoughtful, critical conversation about power, public trust, and the institutions that quietly shape our future.SubstackPatreonWebsiteBooksTwitterTikTok
In his first interview since being elected as Moderator Designate the Rev Richard Kerr talks to Audrey about the PCI safeguarding scandal and the next steps for the church.Agreement is Owen McCafferty's dramatisation of the final four days of talks which led to the Good Friday Agreement. It starred among others Dan Gordon as John Hume and Ruairi Conaghan as David Trimble. Dan and Ruairi chat to Audrey about playing the Nobel Laureates and Brian Rowan gives us the inside story of the human personalities striving for peace.This week we marked the 4th anniversary of Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine. Audrey talks to local poet Angela Graham about her new collection which was inspired by photos from the war in Ukraine.
Free and fair elections rarely come easily — especially in countries with long histories of political upheaval. In 2024, Bangladesh held a vote that, while not without incidents of violence, was significantly more peaceful and orderly than many comparable political transitions in recent history.In this episode of The More Freedom Foundation Podcast, Rob Morris and Ruairi explore how Bangladesh navigated a fragile democratic moment after years of turbulence, authoritarian drift, and deep political rivalry. While clashes and tensions did occur, the scale of unrest was far lower than the chaos seen during events like the Arab Spring, raising an important question: has Bangladesh turned a corner?We unpack the country's complex political story, from the legacy of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to the dominance of powerful political families who have shaped its modern trajectory. How has Bangladesh balanced Islamism and secularism? Why has power repeatedly consolidated at the top? And what made this election cycle different?We also examine the remarkable role of Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, who at 83 stepped in during a sensitive transition period. What reforms are being discussed? Could greater accountability and stronger parliamentary oversight reduce the risk of future instability?Bangladesh remains vulnerable, to climate catastrophe, economic pressure, and regional geopolitical tension. But in a world where political transitions often descend into widespread violence, even a mostly peaceful democratic process can represent meaningful progress.Is this the start of a more stable democratic era, or just a temporary pause in a longer struggle?SubstackPatreonWebsiteBooksTwitterTikTok
This week's podcast is presented by Jacqueline and Stephen. We hear from: · Omnibus listener Jeff, who has questions about Brookfield; · Witherspoon, who has thoughts about Amber; · Michelle from Dorset, who isn't very impressed by Zach; · Mael Bridhe aka Casey from Vancouver, who also has thoughts about Amber; · Katherine, who has doubts about Zach and his accent; · Jade in Australia, who is enjoying a contrast between the Grundys and the Aldridges; · Leigh from Cookham, who enjoyed a call-out for her home town; · Glyn, who has been unimpressed by Rex, Ruairi, Zach, Tom and especially Josh; · Paul from Olney, who notes that Josh is following a fine Archer family tradition; · And finally Globe-Trotting Richard who has thoughts on Bridge Farm and Brookfield; And we have emails from Lakey Hill Liminal, Chris in Indiana, loyal listener Purple Pumpkin and Lilian in Middlesborough. As usual we'll hear a roundup of the Dumteedum Facebook group, this week from Witherspoon, and the Tweets of the Week from Theo., plus the roundup of this Week in Ambridge, from Suey. Please call into the show using this link:www.speakpipe.com/dumteedum Or send us a voicenote via WhatsApp on: +44 7770 764 896 (07770 764 896 if in the UK) – Open the WhatsApp app, key in the number and click on the microphone icon. Or email us at dumteedum@mail.com How to leave a review on Apple podcasts: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/podcasts/pod5facd9d70/mac ***** Details about the Academic Archers Conference and how to buy tickets: https://www.academicarchers.net/new-page-1 ***** The new Patreon feed for Dumteedum is at www.patreon.com/DumteedumPodcast and the subscription rate is £5.00 per calendar month plus VAT. ***** Also Sprach Zarathustra licence Creative Commons ► Attribution 3.0 Unported ► CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..."You are free to use, remix, transform, and build upon the materialfor any purpose, even commercially. You must give appropriate credit." Conducted byPhilip Milman ► https://pmmusic.pro/ Funded ByLudwig ► / ludwigahgren Schlatt ► / jschlattlive COMPOSED BY / @officialphilman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Brookfield's guest continues to stir the pot, and Ruairi steps up.
Ruairi exceeds expectations, and Rex gets the wrong end of the stick.
We talk to Paytient Payments founder Ruairi Gough about how the Wexford business is giving dental businesses greater control over their destiny. He talks about bootstrapping and evolving from the start-up to scale-up phase and how Paytient plans to expand into other areas of the healthcare industry, including opticians, vets and cosmetic clinics.Visit www.thinkbusiness.ie for more news and supports for start-ups and SMEs in Ireland. If you want to start and grow a business, ThinkBusiness.
Today I have the absolutely effervescent Ruairí O'Brien on to talk about Eternity, a film that I came out of the theater absolutely in love with. If you haven't seen it yet and you love feeling good and having a solid laugh, you MUST cue it up immediately. Or put it in your queue. Either works. Enjoy!(as a quick note, Ruairi and I were having some lag issues during our chat so sometimes we end up stepping over each other trying to talk. Sorry about that!)► F&R Online ► Support F&R► Watch on YouTube Produced by Kenny McMillan► Website ► Instagram
Killarney’s Ruairí O’Flaherty spoke to Treasa. He was amongst the winners at the 68th Annual Grammy awards on Sunday night in Los Angeles, for his work as a senior master engineer for the team which won for their work on the Record of the Year, ‘Luther’, by Kendrick Lamar and SZA. Ruairí’s work was also nominated in several other prestigious categories, including Album of the Year, ‘GNX’ by Kendrick Lamar and ‘Man’s Best Friend’ by Sabrina Carpenter.
Rob & Ruairi explore one of the Middle East's most complex and under-examined geopolitical questions: what is Saudi Arabia really trying to achieve in southern Yemen — and what does it mean for the rest of the region?As Riyadh shifts from years of direct military intervention toward political influence, reconstruction, and regional diplomacy, the focus is increasingly on southern Yemen. We examine Saudi Arabia's efforts to strengthen the internationally recognised Yemeni government, counter southern separatism, and manage growing competition with the UAE — all while the north remains firmly under Houthi control, backed by Iran.Crucially, the discussion asks how these southern moves affect Houthi-controlled Yemen and the wider war. With Saudi Arabia and Iran cautiously improving relations, could de-escalation between the two regional rivals reduce the conflict's intensity? And might diplomacy, rather than proxy warfare, finally create space for a more stable and unified Yemen?
Clare FM's Derrick Lynch joined Daragh Dolan in studio to look ahead to a busy weekend of sporting action. Games Previewed: TÚS Dr. Harty Cup Final: St Flannan's College v Nenagh CBS (Saturday, Zimmer Biomet Pairc Chíosóg, 1pm) Senior A Ladies Football Schools Final: St. Joseph's Secondary School Spanish Point v Loretto Secondary School Clonmel (Saturday, Banteer, Co. Cork, 1:30pm) National Hurling League Division 1B, Round 2: Clare v Antrim (Sunday, Ruairi Óg Gaelic Athletic Club, Cushendall, 1pm) National Football League Division 3, Round 2: Clare v Westmeath (Sunday, Zimmer Biomet Pairc Chíosóg, 2pm)
In this double-bill episode of The More Freedom Foundation Podcast, hosts Rob Morris and Ruairi examine two unfolding crises in the Middle East. First, they discuss the protests in Iran, questioning whether a change in government alone can resolve the country's deep-rooted political, economic, and social challenges. In the second half, the focus turns to the Kurds in Syria, exploring the increasingly bleak future they face amid shifting alliances, regional instability, and international indifference. A wide-ranging conversation on power, protest, and the limits of political change.SubstackPatreonWebsiteBooksTwitterTikTok
In today's episode, I'm talking to the brilliant and straight-shooting Ruairi Spillane, who runs Moving2Canada and Outpost Recruitment. Ruairi is one of the OGs when it comes to helping newcomers move to Canada, find jobs, and settle in nicely. So he was a must-have on The Newcomers Podcast. As someone who's been recruiting local and global talent for Canada for over a decade, he's seen what works, what doesn't, and he's not afraid to tell you the difference. And he dished out dollops of that tough love on this episode. ----------Ruairi and I chat about:The red flags that tell him an immigrant is likely to struggle in the job searchThe three risks employers are evaluating you on during the interview processWhy Canadianizing your resume is about the content, not the formatHow to proactively address your immigration pathway in an interview----------Dozie's NotesA few things that struck me as I listened through this week's conversation:"I can do anything" is a red flag, not a selling point. It screams you haven't done the research. Pick one or two job titles that match your skills in Canada and build your resume around those. Spraying and praying something sticks is exhausting. Canadian employers are evaluating three risks you probably aren't addressing. Settlement risk: Will you stay? Immigration risk: Can you stay? Local experience risk: Can you adapt? Ruairi says employers in professional roles aren't hiring for six months. They're investing in training you for three to four years. If your answer to "How long will you be in Canada?" is "I have a two-year work permit, we'll see if we like it," you've just told them you're a flight risk.Refusing to adapt your resume can mean you might struggle to adapt to the role. Ruairi says it's a pattern he's seen over the last 12 years. When he suggests improvements and a candidate says "my resume is fine the way it is" or "I paid someone to edit this so I'm not changing it," he steps away. Time and time again, that response has usually meant the individual might not be exactly willing to adapt to a new way of doing things in a new country. Brutal? Right?----------Official Links✅ Connect with Ruairi Spillane on LinkedIn✅ Check out the Outpost Recruitment Jobs Board✅ Join the 170K+ strong newcomer community on Moving2CanadaOne AskIf you found this story helpful, please consider sharing it with one immigrant you know.
In this week's All About The Archers recap, Philippa and Lauren dive into a packed set of episodes from Ambridge, covering Sunday 18th, Monday 19th and Tuesday 20th January.We discuss the shock news that Amber is pregnant, what this means for Brad and George, and whether this latest unplanned pregnancy really is the right path for her. Is Amber locking herself into a future she doesn't truly want — and could Brad still have a part to play?There's also the growing mystery surrounding the man caught on CCTV. If it wasn't Harrison… then who was it? We explore the red herrings, suspect behaviour, and our latest theories about what really happened on New Year's Eve.Elsewhere in Ambridge:Fallon and Harrison's awkward reunion and the tension still hanging between themChelsea's brilliant advice to Brad — and why it was our moment of the weekPaul and Ruairi officially becoming boyfriendsClive's exit (for now…) and Brad's sharp instinctsBurns Night, vegetarian haggis, floodlights and the question of whether they'll finally reveal something importantPlus our Star of the Week, Twit of the Week, predictions, unanswered questions, and plenty of food chat along the way.As always, this episode contains spoilers for recent episodes of The Archers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Anglo Italian Podcast rounds up a decisive midweek stretch in Serie A (16–19 January 2026), where title races shifted, momentum built, and one Scudetto dream officially died — before looking ahead to a huge weekend of European football for Italian clubs. Cagliari shithouse a 1–0 win over Juventus in Sardinia, as we say R.I.P. to Juve's Scudetto hopes after a brutal night away from home. Fiorentina continue their resurgence, delivering an aggressive and dominant first half to beat a struggling Bologna 2–1 in the Derby dell'Appennino. Inter, Napoli and Milan all grind out 1–0 wins, keeping the title race incredibly tight at the top of Serie A. Roma look far more lively, beating Torino 2–0 with Donyell Malen scoring on his debut — but are Evan Ferguson's days numbered in the capital? Inter vs Arsenal: A massive Champions League night at San Siro — with Ruairi in attendance for a blockbuster showdown. Napoli travel to Copenhagen in a must-win European clash, with pressure mounting on Conte's side. Mourinho returns to Turin, with the potential to haunt Juventus once again on the European stage. Atalanta vs Athletic Club: A beautifully nerdy, high-intensity tactical battle between two pressing-heavy sides. Europa League preview, including Italian teams to watch, key matchups, and qualification scenarios. From Scudetto shake-ups to European nights under the lights, this episode delivers everything you need from another pivotal week in Italian football. Serie A Midweek Review (16–19 January 2026)European Football Preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rob Morris and Ruairi explore the shifting balance of global power and what it means for Europe's future. Rob argues that the European Union is falling behind the United States economically, politically, and strategically, and questions whether continued alignment with America truly serves Europe's long-term interests. The conversation dives into sovereignty, independence, and whether Europe should consider charting its own path in an increasingly divided world.SubstackPatreonWebsiteBooksTwitterTikTok
Steve, James and Ruairi go through the 3-1 win over Barrow from the weekend.There is a look ahead to the game against Notts County coming up, with Notts County Talk.The women's team entertained top of the League Mancunian Unity.We look at transfers in and out, plus two more staying for the season.We end with news of two (2!) special podcasts episodes coming up over the next couple of weeks.Click the link below to see the full range of our Railwaymen merchandise - If you would prefer names changing or a different colour shirt please reach out and we should be able to accommodate!https://the-railwaymen-podcast.teemill.com/You can also help the running of the podcast at https://buymeacoffee.com/therailwaymen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this 2026 look-ahead episode of the Moore Freedom Foundation Podcast, Rob Morris and Ruairi examine the forces that may shape the year ahead — from inflated AI valuations and the risk of a tech bubble bursting, to Saudi Arabia's growing influence in AI, sports, and global investment.They question the feasibility of a Winter Olympics in Saudi Arabia, explore shifting power dynamics in the Middle East, and consider how economic uncertainty and geopolitical change could interact in unpredictable ways.A wide-ranging conversation about technology, money, politics, and why 2026 may be more uncertain — and more consequential — than it seems.SubstackPatreonWebsiteBooksTwitterTikTok
Tom Gardner, The Economist's Africa correspondent based in Nairobi and the author of The Abiy Project: God, Power and War in the New Ethiopia. Gardner unpacks the story behind his book, offering deep insight into the rise of Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and the complex forces of religion, power, nationalism, and conflict shaping modern Ethiopia. Drawing on years of on-the-ground reporting, he explores how hope, ideology, and war collided in one of Africa's most influential states.Following the interview, Robert is joined by Ruairi for a candid reflection on the conversation—discussing what stood out, what challenged their assumptions, and why Ethiopia's story matters far beyond its borders.A thoughtful episode on leadership, belief, and the realities of power in contemporary Africa.Show Notes:The Abiy Project: God, Power, and War in the New Ethiopiahttps://www.economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2025/11/13/ethiopia-is-perilously-close-to-another-warSubstackPatreonWebsiteBooksTwitterTikTok
Hannah and Jazzer are driving their tractor to the start of the Run when Tony calls saying there's a problem with his Fordson. He offers Hannah his place at the head of the line. Hannah thinks it's a ploy for Tony to nab her position at the back, but Jazzer believes Tony and persuades her to agree. Hannah makes it clear how serious she is about winning the race to collect most money. Everyone then loves it as Hannah and turkey Jazzer lead the Run with angelic Eddie not far behind. Fresh from his motorbike stint, wise man Alan joins Joy to count the donations, with firm instructions to count Hannah and Tony's buckets separately. Meanwhile, Lynda and Ruairi are marshals making sure everything runs smoothly. Ruairi wants to know if buying Paul a watch to apologise for upsetting him is a good idea and Lynda delivers a little sermon about not conflating a gift with an apology when the sincerity of the apology is what really matters. Then Tony's Fordson passes with sleigh bells, a snow machine and Pat dressed as an elf, before Ruairi runs over to apologise to Paul sans gift. Alan confesses he inadvertently mixed all the collected money together, but Joy is happy to deal with Hannah and Tony if they kick up a fuss. Joy then announces they've raised over £1200 for charity, while Hannah and Tony are mutually complimentary about their entries, before wishing each other a Merry Christmas!
Fallon is left shaken, and Ruairi has a Christmas conundrum.
Dan Casey was back for his last Big Red Bench of the year. Gift guide included for any last minute gifts as well as hearing Ruairi's chat with Munster gaffer Clayton McMillan
In this episode, hosts Robert Morris and Ruairi dive into a hard truth that history makes impossible to ignore: great powers often drain their own strength through endless, unnecessary wars. Drawing parallels between Britain's long decline and America's current global posture, Rob explores his growing concern that the U.S. may be following a similar path—squandering its unmatched potential by pouring resources into military dominance rather than domestic prosperity.Together, the hosts unpack how much better America could be if it focused on strengthening itself at home instead of projecting force abroad. From economic resilience to social wellbeing, they argue that the U.S. has everything it needs to thrive—if only it chose to invest in its people rather than perpetuating global conflict.Thought-provoking, historically grounded, and deeply relevant, this episode challenges listeners to rethink what real national strength looks like—and what America stands to gain by choosing a different path.PatreonWebsiteBooksTwitterTikTok
In this episode of The More Freedom Foundation Podcast, hosts Robert Morris and Ruairi dive into one of the most misunderstood crises on the global stage — the violence in Nigeria, the claims of a “Christian genocide,” and the speculation that the United States might intervene militarily.We explore how a mix of religious tension, regional insecurity, and government failures have fueled a humanitarian disaster — without fitting neatly into the narrative some Western commentators promote. While we don't believe a coordinated genocide against Christians is taking place, the situation in Nigeria is undeniably dire, with thousands of civilians — of multiple faiths — suffering from extremist groups, criminal networks, and political corruption.Robert and Ruairi break down:Why some media voices think the U.S. could invade NigeriaHow Nigeria's internal conflicts actually work on the groundThe role of religion versus economics and powerHow government elites are enriching themselves — including the seizure of national oil wealthWhy a U.S. military intervention is highly unlikely, and what Washington truly wantsThis episode takes a sober, critical look at a humanitarian crisis too often oversimplified for American culture-war politics — and asks what responsible concern for Nigeria should really look like.PatreonWebsiteBooksTwitterTikTok
In this episode, hosts Robert Morris and Ruairi break down the latest U.S. election results from Virginia, New Jersey, New York, and beyond — and explore why the night turned out to be a sweeping win for the Democratic Party. But beneath the headlines lies a more complicated question: What direction is the party really heading?With the election of candidates like former CIA officer Abigail Spanberger, the Democrats appear to be consolidating gains not by shifting left, as figures like Zohran Mamdani might hope, but by embracing a more centrist, national-security-friendly identity — a posture that aligns closer to Pentagon priorities than democratic-socialist ambitions.Robert and Ruairi look at the electoral data, the policy rhetoric, and the factions within the party to ask:Are Democrats rejecting the progressive wing, or just recalibrating?What do these victories mean for the party's future strategy?And is the Biden-era coalition holding — or hardening?It's a deep dive into ideology, power, and the future of American politics — one that challenges assumptions about what voters really want.
Big Tech is merging with the Military-Industrial Complex — and we're calling it “Murder Voltron.” Robert Morris and Ruairi break down how Silicon Valley giants like Palantir are driving the new AI arms race, the “beat China” narrative, and what this tech–military merger means for privacy, power, and the future of freedom.PatreonWebsiteBooksTwitterTikTok
Sudan's brutal civil war is a catastrophe that has destroyed lives and threatens to tear the nation in two. Last week it got much worse. While the conflict is complex, one fact is clear: the United Arab Emirates has played a major role in fueling and prolonging the violence. By backing the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a militia now ruling through fear and massacre, the UAE has helped entrench one of the most violent regimes on earth.But this isn't a story with heroes. The opposing faction, though slightly less horrific and marginally more capable of governing, has also committed serious abuses. Robert and Ruairi unpack how both sides' brutality, combined with cynical foreign interference, has created a tragedy that shows no sign of ending.If you care about global politics, accountability, and how money and power shape the world's forgotten wars — this episode is for you.PatreonWebsiteBooksTwitterTikTok
Ruairi struggles to process his feelings, and there's a surprise for Oliver.
Adam and Ruairi discuss Brian's imminent return, before Ruairi breaks off with news about the castle he sourced for Peggy's legacy holiday: there's a huge discount if they bring forward their booking to three-and-a-half weeks' time. Adam's clear, he's not taking Xander out of school and he's pretty sure others will feel the same way. Kate though is all for it when she phones Alice, only for Alice to rebuff her as Adam predicted. Kate then reminds Alice she's coming to dinner tonight, with Adam and Ruairi. At dinner Ruairi's bullish about the holiday going ahead, before bringing up Brian's promises to him and Alice. Kate assumed Adam and Ruairi were in charge now, with Alice admitting her disappointment about that. Adam regards Ruairi as just an apprentice, while Kate wants to be considered for a management role too, believing Brian should talk to all of them. Join the back of the queue, Adam suggests.Esme tells David she still hasn't cracked her dad's computer, and without a Will she's struggling to make progress. David thinks one of the cows needs a vet, suggesting Alistair could do it as a favour. At least Esme's cleaned the kitchen and organised her father's papers, though. To David's surprise Esme praises Josh for being nice the other day, when she was upset. She then suggests solving her financial problems by selling the cows to David, but he lets her down gently. Esme still doesn't know how she'll pay for the funeral, suggesting bleakly that it feels like she's on a boat that's sinking.
In this episode of The More Freedom Foundation Podcast, hosts Robert Morris and Ruairi unpack the newly proposed 20-point ceasefire plan for Israel and Gaza — and why they doubt it will hold. Recorded just before news broke that the ceasefire had already been breached, the discussion dives into how U.S. politics, regional alliances, and outside influence from Qatar and Saudi Arabia have shaped this fragile peace.The hosts explore how Trump's financial ties and political support from Gulf states may have influenced the process — and how the recent attack on Qatar appears to have been the final straw, forcing a shaky ceasefire that's at least managed to reduce a massive amount of death to a smaller, tragic amount.We also reference a fascinating episode of Chapo Trap House, featuring Ryan Grim and Jeremy Scahill — journalists from one of Rob's favorite independent outlets, Drop Site News.
In this episode of The More Freedom Foundation Podcast, hosts Robert Morris and Ruairi unpack the headlines around the new Pakistan–Saudi Arabia defense pact. Some analysts are framing this as the rise of a new anti-American “axis of power,” but is that really the case? Robert breaks down the history of both nations' deep ties to the United States, the realities of their military cooperation, and why talk of Pakistan deploying nuclear weapons to defend Saudi Arabia doesn't hold up under scrutiny. This conversation offers a clear-eyed look at geopolitics beyond the hype. PatreonWebsiteBooksTwitterTikTok
This week's podcast is presented by Jacqueline and Stephen. We hear from: · Love Jazzer's Singing, who is enjoying the softening of George Grundy; · Witherspoon, no longer with Angus Haggis, who shares thoughts on the loss of much loved animals; · Helen, who has thoughts about the succession at Home Farm and the future of Justin's shares in BL; · Our Michelle, who was very worried about Brian until she realised it was a sticky drawer, not a sticky door; · Michelle from Dorset, who is disappointed that the scottish castle is all booked up; · Globe-Trotting Richard, who wonders how much Adam and Ruairi are being paid; · And finally Jules from Brooklyn who is excited about a big week in Bramber Nation; And we have emails from Laura, from first-time email-innerer Amy, and from Chris in Florida. As usual we'll hear a roundup of the Dumteedum Facebook group, this week from Jacquieline in Christchuch, and the Tweets of the Week from Theo, plus the Week in Ambridge, from Suey. Please call into the show using this link:www.speakpipe.com/dumteedum Or send us a voicenote via WhatsApp on: +44 7770 764 896 (07770 764 896 if in the UK) – Open the WhatsApp app, key in the number and click on the microphone icon. Or email us at dumteedum@mail.com How to leave a review on Apple podcasts: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/podcasts/pod5facd9d70/mac ***** The new Patreon feed for Dumteedum is at www.patreon.com/DumteedumPodcast and the subscription rate is £5.00 per calendar month plus VAT. And don't forget to cancel your existing Patreon subscription if you have one, as we will continue to put the podcast out on that feed through February to give Patreons time to transfer over. ***** Also Sprach Zarathustra licence Creative Commons ► Attribution 3.0 Unported ► CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..."You are free to use, remix, transform, and build upon the materialfor any purpose, even commercially. You must give appropriate credit." Conducted byPhilip Milman ► https://pmmusic.pro/ Funded ByLudwig ► / ludwigahgren Schlatt ► / jschlattlive COMPOSED BY / @officialphilman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When Brian mentions the objectionable idea of Amber's homecoming party for George, Alice wonders if that's why he's been flipping out recently. But Alice is more worried about Brian taking on too much at Home Farm and wants him to advertise for a new manager. Meanwhile, Ruairi has gone to sound out Stella about taking her old job back, so long as Brian agrees to retire. Stella reckons that'll never happen though, so it's a no from her.Having been accosted by several people about the poor job Grey Gables made of the Flower and Produce Show, Oliver tells Dane they need to get the village back on side. Dane thinks that time will heal the breach, but Oliver feels poor communication between different departments was the root cause. Which is why he's considering Lily's idea of a job swap - only they both know it would never work. But having staff shadow one another could be a goer, Dane reckons, especially if they introduce an element of fun. He'll come up with a plan, but leaving their jobs out of it as they both know all the other jobs already. Later, Ruairi shows Brian and Alice the amazing castle in Scotland he's found as a potential family holiday destination. They both think it looks perfect, but Brian's mood darkens when Ruairi mentions Stella and retirement. Ruairi then admits his fear of losing Brian, like he's already lost Siobhan and Jenny. So, he's decided to come back for good to both Ambridge and Home Farm.
In this episode of The More Freedom Foundation Podcast, Robert Morris and Ruairi dive into Venezuela's recent history, exploring how Hugo Chávez's extraordinary luck with record-high oil prices shaped perceptions of his leadership—and why Nicolás Maduro has struggled by comparison. We also unpack why U.S. hostility often backfires, strengthening authoritarian leaders by giving them a convenient enemy to rally against. Plus, we make the case for why any talk of an American invasion of Venezuela is both dangerous and counterproductive.PatreonWebsiteBooksTwitterTikTok
Ruairi makes an emotional admission, and Justin finds his arm twisted.
In the 150th episode of The More Freedom Foundation Podcast, hosts Robert Morris and Ruairi take on your biggest political questions. From U.S. foreign policy to global affairs, we dive into the issues shaping our world today. This special Q&A episode covers international politics, current events, and listener questions, with a few behind-the-scenes insights into how the podcast is made.PatreonWebsiteBooksTwitterTikTok
In this week's episode of The More Freedom Foundation Podcast, hosts Robert Morris and Ruairi take a hard look at the many layers of Trump's corruption. From shady crypto scams to using the official White House website to push his personal merchandise, Trump consistently blurred the line between public service and private profit.But this isn't just about one man's grift. We dig into the role of short-sighted oligarchs — in the U.S. and abroad — who built the environment that allowed Trump's corruption to thrive. Their greed and willingness to put profit above principle created fertile ground for authoritarianism, and we're still dealing with the consequences today.If you want a clear-eyed breakdown of Trump's corruption and the system that made it possible, this is an episode you won't want to miss.PatreonWebsiteBooksTwitterTikTok
Despite his relaxed appearance Akram confesses to David that he's worried about the Ambridge versus Grey Gables team event Lynda's asked him to come up with for the fete. Kirsty commiserates, before they all agree a tug of war would fit the bill nicely. Later, Akram tells Kirsty that Lynda loves the idea, so he's started asking round for potential team members. But then Dane messages with a photo of the Grey Gables team he's put together – they're all gym regulars and look scarily good.Brian tells Adam he's heard the Gills are selling the house at Home Farm, but he's in no position to buy it now. Adam's worried that Justin's rewilding scheme stands to cost Home Farm thousands in revenue at a time when food production should be their highest priority. He urges Brian to take action, suggesting he should already have done so, thereby raising Brian's hackles. Brian retorts that he doesn't need Adam's advice. Adam then calls Alice and Kate for an emergency meeting on Home Farm's future. He feels Stella hasn't done enough to protect their interests and Lilian won't stop Justin either. Kate thinks Justin's rewilding initiative is a good thing environmentally, but Adam reckons Debbie's on his side, while Alice says Ruairi will support continued food production. Kate supposes they need to come up with a plan, especially if there's doubt over Brian's ability to take the farm forward. Brian then turns up and is immediately suspicious, suggesting a walk so they can tell him just what they've been gossiping about.
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