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Best podcasts about shane coleman

Latest podcast episodes about shane coleman

The Tonight Show
Wednesday 25 February - Landlord Says Rents Could Rise 25% – What It Means for Tenants

The Tonight Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 46:09


The country's biggest landlord has told investors they'll be able to raise rents by up to 25%, saying the regulatory landscape in Ireland has changed “for the better” ahead of new tenancy rules taking effect this weekend. The Taoiseach has defended the reforms — but what does it mean for renters?The Government unveils its first National Maritime Security Strategy, aimed at tackling hybrid warfare and Russian shadow fleets, with closer cooperation that could see British and French vessels patrolling Irish waters.And despite security concerns and calls for boycott, the FAI says it has “no choice” but to host Israel at the Aviva Stadium this October.Guest presenter Shane Coleman is joined by Seamus McGrath, Patricia Stephenson, Eimer McAuley, Conor Gallagher and Mark Mellett. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Tonight Show
Tuesday 24th February - Government U-Turn on SNA Cuts – What Happens Next?

The Tonight Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 46:02


A dramatic government U-turn on Special Needs Assistant cuts. Nearly 200 schools were facing potential impact — now the review is scrapped and €19 million in additional support will go ahead. What changed?Are we facing a graduate jobs crisis as AI disrupts the labour market?And should League of Ireland clubs lose funding over hooliganism?Guest presenter Shane Coleman is joined by Fianna Fáil TD Malcolm Byrne, Sinn Féin TD and Finance Spokesperson Pearse Doherty, Kate English, Chief Economist with Deloitte Ireland, and Daniel McDonnell, soccer correspondent with the Irish Independent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Path to Power
Children and Babies and Providing for Them

Path to Power

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026 57:29


Matt is joined by Áine Kerr and Shane Coleman to discuss the importance of SNAs in our schools and our government's mishandling of potential changes. Why is the government finding it so hard to come up with ways of protecting our children from harmful social media? Outrage at the planning refusal for a new building for the Rotunda Hospital on Parnell Square, is there anything to be said in favour of the planning board's decision? Was Sinn Féin invited to the White House or not before it said it wasn't going?Brought to you by The Greenman Group.PTP+To enjoy early access, ad-free listening and weekly bonus episodes, sign up at pathtopowerpodcast.comGet in touch: mail@pathtopowerpodcast.comFollow Matt:https://twitter.com/cooper_mhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-cooper-615a1317https://www.instagram.com/mattcooperlastword/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Tonight Show
Tuesday 17th February - SNA Review Backlash and the Future of Classroom Support

The Tonight Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 45:57


Guest presenter Shane Coleman leads a lively Tonight Show debate. First, the minister for education pauses a controversial review of Special Needs Assistant allocations after backlash from teachers and parents fearing major cuts to classroom support. Fine Gael MEP Regina Doherty, Sinn Féin MEP Kathleen Funchion, and Irish Examiner Special Correspondent Mick Clifford share their views.Later, Moscow hits back at Irish proposals to board sanctioned Russian vessels, calling the move “piracy,” as tensions rise over maritime security. And we ask — should Ireland's Nations League fixtures against Israel go ahead as planned, and where should they be played? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Highlights from The Hard Shoulder
If Ireland draw Israel in the UEFA Nations League, should we play the fixture?

Highlights from The Hard Shoulder

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 11:47


Ireland have a 25% chance of drawing Israel in today's UEFA Nations League draw and the FAI have reiterated their plans to fulfil the two fixtures. Shane Coleman was joined by Daniel Lambert, Chief Operating Officer of Bohemian's Football Club to discuss whether the men's national team should participate in the fixture if we draw Israel.

Highlights from The Hard Shoulder
How easy is the beep test? Shane Coleman finds out...

Highlights from The Hard Shoulder

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 11:57


The “beep test”, a standard aerobic fitness measure used for prospective firefighters and Gardaí for the last 40 years, has been all over the news in the past few days.This is after Cork Fire Brigade was ordered to pay €8,000 in compensation to a part-time firefighter aged in her 40s, after a tribunal found the test discriminates against women and advantages younger candidates But how good a measure of your true fitness, is it?Shane travelled to Dublin City Centre, where I met with Personal Trainer John Belton to take the test and find out. To further discuss the ‘Beep Test' Shane was joined by Former Garda inspector in north central Dublin, Former Deputy-Secretary of the AGSI and current Risk, Security & Event Manager of Ashtree Risk Group, Tony Gallagher

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Path to Power
Get the Fliuch Out of Here

Path to Power

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2026 45:46


As Storm Chandra wreaked havoc on the country, Shane Coleman and Lise Hand discuss who is really responsible for making sure appropriate weather warnings are given. Fianna Fáil's slump in the polls and the threat to Micheál Martin's leadership. Ivana Bacik's calls for the Taoiseach not to visit the White House on St. Patrick's Day. The soapbox politics of the Bord Bia and Brazilian beef situation. A salute to Mary Robinson and other leading Irish women for St. Brigid's Day. And the resurgence of protest songs in response to troubling world events.Brought to you by The Greenman Group.PTP+To enjoy early access, ad-free listening and weekly bonus episodes, sign up at pathtopowerpodcast.comGet in touch: mail@pathtopowerpodcast.comFollow Matt:https://twitter.com/cooper_mhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-cooper-615a1317https://www.instagram.com/mattcooperlastword/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Highlights from The Hard Shoulder
Coming next week... The Hard Shoulder with Ciara Kelly & Shane Coleman

Highlights from The Hard Shoulder

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 0:39


Starting on Tuesday February 3rd, Ciara Kelly and Shane Coleman will bring you The Hard Shoulder, your essential drive-time companion. From politics to pop culture, and everything in between - they'll bring you the stories that really matter, with lively debate, sharp insight and excellent analysis. Listen to the Hard Shoulder podcast on the Go Loud app, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
How a Canadian hockey romance is ringing true for LGBTQ+ people around the world

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 5:51


Canadian TV show “Heated Rivalry” has blown up online, both for its more explicit scenes, but also how it depicts the secret romance between two male hockey players on rival teams. But while the characters on the show are fictional, their story of sexuality and competitive sports is very much a reality for many people. Kevin Penrose, Irish travel content creator and Gaelic footballer, joined Shane Coleman on the show to discuss.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
European leaders meet to discuss their shared future

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 5:07


Europe is facing into an “existential moment” in how it responds to US threats of further trade tariffs and demands to take over Greenland, according to Tánaiste and Minister for Finance Simon Harris. He said in a meeting of Eurogroup ministers in Brussels yesterday. Jack Power, Irish Times Europe Correspondent, in Brussels, joined Shane Coleman on the show.

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights
European leaders meet to discuss their shared future

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 5:07


Europe is facing into an “existential moment” in how it responds to US threats of further trade tariffs and demands to take over Greenland, according to Tánaiste and Minister for Finance Simon Harris. He said in a meeting of Eurogroup ministers in Brussels yesterday. Jack Power, Irish Times Europe Correspondent, in Brussels, joined Shane Coleman on the show.

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights
How a Canadian hockey romance is ringing true for LGBTQ+ people around the world

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2026 5:51


Canadian TV show “Heated Rivalry” has blown up online, both for its more explicit scenes, but also how it depicts the secret romance between two male hockey players on rival teams. But while the characters on the show are fictional, their story of sexuality and competitive sports is very much a reality for many people. Kevin Penrose, Irish travel content creator and Gaelic footballer, joined Shane Coleman on the show to discuss.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Calls to make Dublin a “feminist city”

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 6:40


Dublin City Council must adopt a “feminist town planning approach”, as a “gender-neutral approach to city development has consistently failed” the diverse needs of citizens. That is the proposal from Cat O'Driscoll, Social Democrat Councillor for Cabra-Glasnevin who joined Shane Coleman on the show this morning to discuss.

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Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Leaders of Greenland and Denmark to arrive in Washington for talks

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 6:50


Now, there are two massive stories coming out of the US today, the leaders of Greenland and Denmark are arriving in Washington for a meeting at the White House, and the long-awaited Supreme Court ruling on tariffs is expected to be announced today. Earlier, Shane Coleman caught up with Terry Sheridan, Senior Director of News at WSHU Public Radio about all of this and began by asking what we can expect from the talks from Greenland and Denmark's high-stake talks in Washington…

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights
Leaders of Greenland and Denmark to arrive in Washington for talks

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 6:50


Now, there are two massive stories coming out of the US today, the leaders of Greenland and Denmark are arriving in Washington for a meeting at the White House, and the long-awaited Supreme Court ruling on tariffs is expected to be announced today. Earlier, Shane Coleman caught up with Terry Sheridan, Senior Director of News at WSHU Public Radio about all of this and began by asking what we can expect from the talks from Greenland and Denmark's high-stake talks in Washington…

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights
Calls to make Dublin a “feminist city”

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 6:40


Dublin City Council must adopt a “feminist town planning approach”, as a “gender-neutral approach to city development has consistently failed” the diverse needs of citizens. That is the proposal from Cat O'Driscoll, Social Democrat Councillor for Cabra-Glasnevin who joined Shane Coleman on the show this morning to discuss.

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Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
One in five workers say they won't be able to afford retirement until age 70

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 5:19


Almost one in five workers in Ireland say they won't be able to afford retirement until age 70, while just four in ten expect to retire before the State Pension age of 66. That's according to new research from Royal London Ireland. Barra Roantree, Assistant Professor of Economics at Trinity College, joined Shane Coleman on the show to discuss.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Mugshots to be published regularly by PSNI

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 4:20


Mugshots of convicted criminals will be more routinely released by the Police Service of Northern Ireland under new guidance. Images of offenders who receive a jail sentence of 12 months or more will now be regularly considered for publication. Christy Galligan, Former Garda Sergeant and peace commissioner, joined Shane Coleman on the show to discuss.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Have cyclists become a “nightmare in Dublin”?

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 4:05


“Cyclists have become a nightmare in Dublin” That's according to civil court Judge James O'Donohoe. He made the comment as he reduced the damages for a cyclist who suffered a brain injury in a crash with a motorbike from 50,000 euros to 10,000 euros. Shane Coleman was joined by Gary Marshall, Public Relations Officer for the Dublin Commuter Coalition to discuss.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Trump and Iran say their ready for war

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 9:59


US President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on any country that does business with Iran, ramping up pressure on the country. This comes as Norway-based NGO Iran Human Rights said it had confirmed 648 people have been killed during protests, including nine minors. Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University and Haleh Blake, British Iranian Activist both joined Shane Coleman on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Good news on energy prices may be on the horizon

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 4:36


Good news on energy as consumers could be in line for a cut in prices this year. Dr Paul Deane, a lecturer on energy at University College Cork joined Shane Coleman on the show to discuss.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
What can be done to improve the school rush for parents?

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 4:15


More than half of parents struggle with the practicalities of the school run, with early afternoon collections forcing one in four to reduce their working hours. That's according to new research conducted by Sherpa Kids. Shane Coleman was joined by Bethan O'Riordan, a psychotherapist who specialises in parenting support to discuss.

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Newstalk Breakfast Highlights
Mugshots to be published regularly by PSNI

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 4:20


Mugshots of convicted criminals will be more routinely released by the Police Service of Northern Ireland under new guidance. Images of offenders who receive a jail sentence of 12 months or more will now be regularly considered for publication. Christy Galligan, Former Garda Sergeant and peace commissioner, joined Shane Coleman on the show to discuss.

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights
Have cyclists become a “nightmare in Dublin”?

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 4:05


“Cyclists have become a nightmare in Dublin” That's according to civil court Judge James O'Donohoe. He made the comment as he reduced the damages for a cyclist who suffered a brain injury in a crash with a motorbike from 50,000 euros to 10,000 euros. Shane Coleman was joined by Gary Marshall, Public Relations Officer for the Dublin Commuter Coalition to discuss.

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights
Trump and Iran say their ready for war

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 9:59


US President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on any country that does business with Iran, ramping up pressure on the country. This comes as Norway-based NGO Iran Human Rights said it had confirmed 648 people have been killed during protests, including nine minors. Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University and Haleh Blake, British Iranian Activist both joined Shane Coleman on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights
One in five workers say they won't be able to afford retirement until age 70

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 5:19


Almost one in five workers in Ireland say they won't be able to afford retirement until age 70, while just four in ten expect to retire before the State Pension age of 66. That's according to new research from Royal London Ireland. Barra Roantree, Assistant Professor of Economics at Trinity College, joined Shane Coleman on the show to discuss.

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights
Good news on energy prices may be on the horizon

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 4:36


Good news on energy as consumers could be in line for a cut in prices this year. Dr Paul Deane, a lecturer on energy at University College Cork joined Shane Coleman on the show to discuss.

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights
What can be done to improve the school rush for parents?

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 4:15


More than half of parents struggle with the practicalities of the school run, with early afternoon collections forcing one in four to reduce their working hours. That's according to new research conducted by Sherpa Kids. Shane Coleman was joined by Bethan O'Riordan, a psychotherapist who specialises in parenting support to discuss.

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Path to Power
Simon Harris & His Many Opinions

Path to Power

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2026 62:28


Lise Hand and Shane Coleman join Matt to assess the many newspaper interviews given by Tánaiste and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris over the Christmas period. They discuss the threats to his family's safety, his likely tax and spend position as finance minister, the controversies caused by his comments on homelessness and migration, and his plans for a possible crackdown on social media anonymity. They look at MAGA monster Steve Bannon's threats to establish a political movement in Ireland, and they discuss foreign trips to China and other countries by Taoisigh and presidents.Brought to you by Greenman OPENPTP+To enjoy early access, ad-free listening and weekly bonus episodes, sign up at pathtopowerpodcast.comGet in touch: mail@pathtopowerpodcast.comFollow Matt:https://twitter.com/cooper_mhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-cooper-615a1317https://www.instagram.com/mattcooperlastword/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Latest Epstein Files contains numerous references to Donald Trump    

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 6:03


At least 8,000 new documents related to the case of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were made available yesterday on the US Department of Justice's website. This latest release includes many references to Donald Trump, including a claim by a senior US attorney that the US president was on a flight in the 1990s with the now-deceased convicted child sex offender and a 20-year-old woman. Larry Donnelly Law lecturer from University of Galway and Columnist with The Journal spoke to Shane Coleman on the show.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
We're not in for a White Christmas

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 2:33


If you were dreaming of a White Christmas this year, I'm sorry to say you'll be disappointed. For our festive forecast, Carlow Weather's Alan O'Reilly joined Shane Coleman on the show to see what the weather has in store.

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Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Why so many of us feel so anxious

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 7:25


88 per cent of people believe that there is a worrying amount of anxiety in society. That's according to a new report from St Patrick's Mental Health Services. So, why are we becoming increasingly anxious? Psychotherapist and Author Iseult White joined Shane Coleman on the show to discuss.

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights
Latest Epstein Files contains numerous references to Donald Trump    

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 6:03


At least 8,000 new documents related to the case of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were made available yesterday on the US Department of Justice's website. This latest release includes many references to Donald Trump, including a claim by a senior US attorney that the US president was on a flight in the 1990s with the now-deceased convicted child sex offender and a 20-year-old woman. Larry Donnelly Law lecturer from University of Galway and Columnist with The Journal spoke to Shane Coleman on the show.

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights
We're not in for a White Christmas

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 2:33


If you were dreaming of a White Christmas this year, I'm sorry to say you'll be disappointed. For our festive forecast, Carlow Weather's Alan O'Reilly joined Shane Coleman on the show to see what the weather has in store.

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Newstalk Breakfast Highlights
Why so many of us feel so anxious

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 7:25


88 per cent of people believe that there is a worrying amount of anxiety in society. That's according to a new report from St Patrick's Mental Health Services. So, why are we becoming increasingly anxious? Psychotherapist and Author Iseult White joined Shane Coleman on the show to discuss.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Trump rekindles desire to annex Greenland

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 4:31


The prime ministers of Denmark and Greenland have demanded respect for their borders after US President Donald Trump appointed a special envoy to the Danish territory, which he has said repeatedly should be under US control. So, has Trump put himself on a collision course with the EU yet again? David Smith Washington Bureau Chief, The Guardian joined Shane Coleman on the show this morning.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Family of Sophie Toscan du Plantier still hope a cold case review could provide answers

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 6:25


The family of Sophie Toscan du Plantier will mark the 29th anniversary of her death with a private ceremony this Christmas as a garda cold-case review into the killing nears completion. Ralph Riegel, Southern Correspondent with The Irish Independent and author of a Dream of Death about the tragic case spoke to Shane Coleman on the show this morning.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
How to have a good Christmas dinner without the hassle

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 6:46


There's no question about the kind of food you cook on Christmas Day – but what should you do with all the leftovers after you've cooked enough to last to New Year's Day? Shane Coleman was joined on the show by JP McMahon, the chef, restaurateur, and author from Galway, who brought us some tips, tricks, and trimmings.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Are dyslexic students being denied the right to learn Irish through exemption?  

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 4:43


In the 2024 to 2025 academic year, over 73,000 students in primary and secondary schools were exempt from learning Irish, according to the Irish Times. But are students with dyslexia being ‘denied' the right to learn Gaeilge through this exemption? Rosie Bissett, CEO of Dyslexia Ireland joined Shane Coleman on the show to discuss.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
How alcohol can take over the entire Christmas season  

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 6:52


“The best parts of Christmas in Ireland have nothing to do with alcohol - but we forget that.” That's according to Colleen Frawley, Irish-American writer and child health policy advocate. Shane Coleman caught up with Colleen and asked what her experience was of Christmas in Ireland...

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Concerned government set to miss its social housing targets

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 7:59


Just 30 per cent of the Government's target for new social homes was met in the first nine months of this year. That's according to new figures from the Department of Housing. Eoin O'Broin TD and Sinn Fein Spokesperson on Housing joined Shane Coleman on the show.

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights
Family of Sophie Toscan du Plantier still hope a cold case review could provide answers

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 6:25


The family of Sophie Toscan du Plantier will mark the 29th anniversary of her death with a private ceremony this Christmas as a garda cold-case review into the killing nears completion. Ralph Riegel, Southern Correspondent with The Irish Independent and author of a Dream of Death about the tragic case spoke to Shane Coleman on the show this morning.

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights
Concerned government set to miss its social housing targets

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 7:59


Just 30 per cent of the Government's target for new social homes was met in the first nine months of this year. That's according to new figures from the Department of Housing. Eoin O'Broin TD and Sinn Fein Spokesperson on Housing joined Shane Coleman on the show.

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights
How alcohol can take over the entire Christmas season  

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 6:52


“The best parts of Christmas in Ireland have nothing to do with alcohol - but we forget that.” That's according to Colleen Frawley, Irish-American writer and child health policy advocate. Shane Coleman caught up with Colleen and asked what her experience was of Christmas in Ireland...

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights
Trump rekindles desire to annex Greenland

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 4:31


The prime ministers of Denmark and Greenland have demanded respect for their borders after US President Donald Trump appointed a special envoy to the Danish territory, which he has said repeatedly should be under US control. So, has Trump put himself on a collision course with the EU yet again? David Smith Washington Bureau Chief, The Guardian joined Shane Coleman on the show this morning.

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights
Are dyslexic students being denied the right to learn Irish through exemption?  

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 4:43


In the 2024 to 2025 academic year, over 73,000 students in primary and secondary schools were exempt from learning Irish, according to the Irish Times. But are students with dyslexia being ‘denied' the right to learn Gaeilge through this exemption? Rosie Bissett, CEO of Dyslexia Ireland joined Shane Coleman on the show to discuss.

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights
How to have a good Christmas dinner without the hassle

Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 6:46


There's no question about the kind of food you cook on Christmas Day – but what should you do with all the leftovers after you've cooked enough to last to New Year's Day? Shane Coleman was joined on the show by JP McMahon, the chef, restaurateur, and author from Galway, who brought us some tips, tricks, and trimmings.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
Should we have tougher sentencing in Ireland?

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 6:41


John Whelan of the Sentencing and Victim Equality Group SAVE, has described how his family are being ‘retraumatized' at the biennial parole hearing of his sister's murderer. Sharon Whelan and her two daughters, Nadia and Zara, were murdered on Christmas Day 2008, and their murderer Brian Hennessy has applied for parole every two years since 2017. John Whelan joined Shane Coleman on the show to discuss.

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast
DAA board to hold crunch meeting

Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 4:16


An extraordinary meeting of the board of the Dublin Airport Authority is to take place today to formally suspend its Chief Executive Kenny Jacobs with full pay, pending the outcome of an investigation. Daniel McConnell, Editor of the Business Post, joined Shane Coleman on the show.

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Highlights from Lunchtime Live
Would you bring your kids to the pub?

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 13:57


This morning on Newstalk Breakfast with Ciara Kelly and Shane Coleman, they spoke about bringing your children to the pub.It's a topic that gathers a lot of mixed reviews amongst people. So, the question is: would you bring your kids to the pub?Andrea is joined by listeners to discuss.

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