Best Stormont Podcasts (2024)

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View From Stormont: The infected blood inquiry findings are finally delivered 45:48

3h ago45:48

45:48

The long-awaited report into the blood scandal finds there was a cover up by the NHS and the Government. Our Correspondent Gareth Wilkinson will have the latest from London with victims and our Health Minister Robin Swann. As it's revealed that the PSNI tapped into the phones of prominent journalists here, we ask just how can that happen and what s…

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OHR Presents: The Creek Rocks & Grace Stormont 59:03

23h ago59:03

59:03

This week, Springfield, Missouri based Ozark original husband & wife duo The Creek Rocks recorded live at the Ozark Folk Center State Park. Also, interviews with these genuine Ozark troubadours. A bonus offering of songs and interviews with Ozark original singer-songwriter and multiple ACMA winner Grace Stormont.The Creek Rocks from Springfield, Mi…

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Sam McBride: Covid Inquiry reveals Stormont’s ‘rotten system’ 33:00

14d ago33:00

33:00

The Covid-19 pandemic was an unprecedented event all over the world. NI Officials and ministers are now under scrutiny as they appear before the Covid-19 Inquiry to account for the decisions they made. The Belfast Telegraph’s Sam McBride is following the inquiry. He tells Ciarán Dunbar what it has revealed about Northern Ireland’s politics. Hosted …

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2. Des Stormont - Paying Bird Dog Tuition 1:23:50

4d ago1:23:50

1:23:50

In our first interview style episode, Mike sits down with friend, fellow NAVHDA Judge, trainer, and mom-extraordinaire, Des Stormont, to learn about her journey. This episode covers learning from mistakes (Bird Dog Tuition as she calls it), working through the weight of expectation when training for a test, and adding a toddler into training, testi…

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The 1976 view on blood donation dangers 15:42

3h ago15:42

15:42

UTV has uncovered footage dating back from 1976 of a 10-year-old boy being treated for haemophilia with Factor 8. That boy was Paul Kirkpatrick who is now in his fifties. He has lived much of his life with Hepatitis C after being given contaminated blood. The Infected Blood Inquiry found a catalogue of failings and that the treatment disaster could…

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2024 General Election: Can the Tories avoid a Labour wipe-out in July? 18:23

3h ago18:23

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Outside a rainy Downing Street yesterday, Rishi Sunak set the date for the summer general election for the 4th of July. He says it is now time for Britain to choose its future, whilst Labour leader Keir Starmer says it’s time for change. Why has it been set for July, can the conservatives avoid a wipe-out, and what surprises can be expected during …

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6. Logan Weiss - Developing Mindset for Dog Training, Having Patience for a Dog to Develop, and the Toughest of Decisions. 1:11:11

3h ago1:11:11

1:11:11

Logan Weiss is an adult on-set bird hunter whose first dog, Sage, helped him fall in love with dog training and chasing wild birds in wild places. Logan walks us through applying his high level athlete mindset to training and hunting and shares why the Garmin Sport Pro is his favorite e-collar for beginning bird dog trainers. Logan also discusses t…

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LucidTalk: Should Donaldson resign as MP and is a United Ireland inevitable? 33:48

1d ago33:48

33:48

The Belfast Telegraph’s latest LucidTalk polling reveals opinions on whether Sir Jeffrey Donaldson should resign as an MP, party support, and how well the public feel think political leaders are doing. It also polls opinion on whether DUP founding member Wallace Thompson is right to think a United Ireland is inevitable. Host: Ciarán Dunbar. Guests:…

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Ex-Ulster rugby player Paddy Jackson voices ‘concerns’ over TV dramatisation of 2018 rape trial 23:20

4d ago23:20

23:20

Ulster Rugby player Paddy Jackson, who was one of the key people at the Belfast rape trial of 2018, has expressed his concerns over a proposed six-episode TV series that will dramatise the court case that rocked Northern Ireland. The trial, where Jackson and fellow Ulster rugby player Stuart Olding were found not guilty of the charges against them,…

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This week in NI: Covid, school funding and shipbuilding 16:21

2h ago16:21

16:21

WhatsApps, school funding and shipbuilding. This week's biggest stories in the UTV Vodcast with Carol Jordan and Jordan Moates. You can watch this on ITVX.By ITV News

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Ep 8 - American Red Cross Jane Blocher 42:04

2h ago42:04

42:04

Join us this week as we discuss distater response and the increased need for volunteers and donors with the American Red Cross of Greater Kansas Executive Director Jane Blocher.By Clint Patty

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Jonathan Creswell, the murder of Katie Simpson and the three-woman cover-up 31:33

7d ago31:33

31:33

Jonathan Creswell was a showjumper, philanderer, abuser, and eventually, a murderer. He murdered a young woman, Katie Simpson, claiming she took her own life. The PSNI initially believed him, despite his previous criminal record, which included assaulting his ex-partner and threatening to put her into a bath of bleach. Two days into the murder tria…

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General Election | Identity Politics 42:03

19h ago42:03

42:03

This week Alicia Edmund and Peter Lynas are joined by Jason Roach, London City Mission's Director of Ministries and Katherine Brown, the Being Human Engagement lead. They discuss how faith influences voting, politicians appealing to identity politic tropes and the term allyship. Read Thinking faithfully about politics Get in touch: Email: cross.sec…

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5. Nina Hoekstra - On The Power of Solo Travel, Faith in the Outdoors, and Taking the Leap Into Outdoor Media 1:35:05

2h ago1:35:05

1:35:05

We sit down with Nina Hoekstra to discuss her transition from the deer stand to the uplands, strengthening her faith in the outdoors, the power of solo hunting trips (and some pointers along the way), and how she took the leap from her nursing career to build a business in outdoor media. You can follow along her journey on her IG handle - @in.ninas…

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Arlene Foster 'roasted' as she's accused of deflecting questions in tetchy day at Covid Inquiry 23:50

8d ago23:50

23:50

Arlene Foster has been accused of deflecting questions at the Covid Inquiry. The former first minister was grilled about her role during the pandemic. In questioning by barrister Clair Dobbin, Mrs Foster said she has “deep regret” over the executive’s response during the early days of the outbreak. Belfast Telegraph’s Northern Ireland editor Sam Mc…

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Stop the votes? 37:27

25m ago37:27

37:27

Will Rishi Sunak's Rwanda policy impact the local elections in the Republic?By BBC Radio Ulster

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View From Stormont: Michelle O'Neill apologies for attending Bobby Storey funeral 45:36

5h ago45:36

45:36

First Minister Michelle O'Neill apologises at the covid inquiry for going to the Bobby Storey funeral. The Covid inquiry also hears that Arlene Foster accused Michelle O'Neill of playing politics, when things were much too serious. Stormont has been back for a hundred days - just what has it accomplished; and what challenges does the restored Execu…

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Michelle O’Neill left 'flapping' under Covid cross-examination , Sam McBride reports 20:49

9d ago20:49

20:49

First Minister Michelle O'Neill has apologised for attending the funeral of IRA leader Bobby Storey at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic. She had long said she would never apologise for being at the funeral. Sam McBride reports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Allison Morris: PSNI accused of ‘Stasi’ tactics over keeping tabs on ‘troublemaker’ journalists 23:39

11d ago23:39

23:39

The PSNI had journalists they considered “troublemakers” under surveillance. It’s led to the force being accused of acting like the Stasi. But who was being spied on? Why and how? Ciarán Dunbar is joined by the Belfast Telegraph’s security correspondent, Allison Morris and solicitor Niall Murphy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info…

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From unionism to unity 25:29

2h ago25:29

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DUP founding member Wallace Thompson tells Mark Caruthers about his changing political views and how other unionists have told him they agree a united Ireland is "inevitable".By BBC Radio Ulster

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General Election | Integrity in Politics 34:08

6d ago34:08

34:08

Peter Lynas, Danny Webster and Alicia Edmund are joined by Louise Davies, CARE's Director of Advocacy and Policy, as they kick off the special general election season. The team discuss the current mood in parliament, the importance of integrity in politics and how political engagement should go beyond the ballot box. Read Thinking faithfully about …

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A Covid apology 8:17

1d ago8:17

8:17

"I can see that people are more than angry, and I really am sorry." Those are the words of former Sinn Féin minister Caral Caral Ni Chuilin about her decision to attend the funeral of high-profile republican Bobby Storey, at the height of the Covid pandemic. She is the first Sinn Féin politician to face questions at the UK Covid-19 inquiry about th…

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4. Christy Langston - On Authenticity, Nature vs. Nurture & Better Bird Dog Photography 1:07:45

7h ago1:07:45

1:07:45

Christy Langton operates Spring River Kennel from her farm in Southwestern Missouri. Expect to learn the importance of mentorship in training and breeding bird dogs, being comfortable and authentic with your goals, owning a dog's strengths and weaknesses, and how to level up the photos of your dog afield. This episode is brought to you by Ugly Dog …

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South Armagh IRA: Inside Northern Ireland’s ‘Bandit Country’ 24:33

16d ago24:33

24:33

During the troubles, South Armagh became known as ‘Bandit Country’ - a heartland of paramilitary activity. The Provisional IRA’s notorious south Armagh brigade took the lives of hundreds of people, including British soldiers, RUC officers and civillians, whilst being widely accused of smuggling across the Irish border. Journalist Toby Harnden, auth…

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View From Stormont: Thousands claim asylum in Republic of Ireland 45:43

1h ago45:43

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There is no end in sight to the thousands claiming asylum in The Republic and the issue is causing major division between the British and Irish governments. Paul Reilly reports from Dublin. We'll be joined by the TUV Leader Jim Allister, the Alliance Deputy Leader Stephen Farry and by the Fianna Fail Senator Lisa Chambers. The Covid inquiry revelat…

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Lordship: The murder of Adrian Donohoe and the runaway Co. Armagh suspect - part two 29:40

17d ago29:40

29:40

After the murder of Adrian Donohoe, the main suspect Aaron Brady boarded a one-way flight to America. He had no intention of ever returning to Ireland. His departure instigated an international police investigation that would span multiple years, resulting in a murder trial plagued with dirty tricks and witness intimidation. Hosted on Acast. See ac…

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Lordship: The murder of Adrian Donohoe and the runaway Co. Armagh suspect – Part One 27:41

18d ago27:41

27:41

What goes in to catching a garda killer? In January 2013, Detectives Joe Ryan and Adrian Donohoe from Dundalk garda station were tasked with escorting credit union takings across Cooley Peninsula, on the border with Northern Ireland. The men were ambushed and Garda detective Donohoe was shot dead. What followed was the largest murder investigation …

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EXTRA: The extraordinary life of Stephen Grimason, the journalist and top Stormont Spin doctor who broke news of Good Friday Agreement 40:50

19d ago40:50

40:50

Stephen Grimason was the journalist who waved the Belfast Agreement on our television screens with the iconic quote: “I have it in my hand”. The former BBC political editor Stephen Grimson later became the head of Stormont’s press operations. He passed away last week following a long illness. Last year, Belfast Telegraph’s Northern Ireland Editor S…

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OHR Presents: The Howlin' Brothers Return 59:03

18d ago59:03

59:03

This week, unconventional folk-blues-Americana-bluegrass trio “The Howlin’ Brothers” recorded live at the Ozark Folk Center State Park. Also, interviews with these folk music mavericks.“The Howlin’ Brothers are a Nashville based string band composed of Ian Craft, Ben Plasse and Jared Green. Anchored in a bed of old-time blues and bluegrass, their u…

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Behind the scenes of power 10:28

3d ago10:28

10:28

This week Carol Jordan and Deborah McAleese discuss the UK Covid Inquiry coming to Belfast. It has been a week of revelation and insight into how the levers of power operate in Northern Ireland and, as Deborah mentions we are yet to hear from some of the most influential people. This podcast is also available to watch on ITVX.…

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Meet Joe 'the Goal' 7:49

15d ago7:49

7:49

He has won almost everything in local football but Cliftonville's record goalscorer Joe Gormley has the chance to finally get his hands on the one medal that has so far eluded his illustrious career. This weekend the Reds take on their fierst rivals, Linfield in the Irish Cup at Windsor Park. 'Joe the goal' is celebrating his testimonial season at …

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BelTel Sport: Linfield and Cliftonville set to face off in tense Irish Cup Final 27:00

21d ago27:00

27:00

This Saturday's Irish Cup Final sees Cliftonville play Linfield at a sold-out Windsor Park. It’s set to be one of the most eagerly anticipated cup finals in a generation, however, safety concerns from both teams have led to a security bill of £50,000. Keith Bailie is joined by Belfast Telegraph chief sportswriter Steven Beacom, ex-Linfield manager …

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3. Jake Hanson - The Spirit of Generosity 1:50:44

4d ago1:50:44

1:50:44

Mike sits down with Jake Hanson, the Development Director for Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever to discuss conservation, philanthropy, long distance bird hunting road trips and the highs and lows along the way. They also discuss Jake's origin story into bird dogs and bird hunting, making the decision to use a professional trainer, and how adding …

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Episode 1 - Introducing the Ugly Dog Podcast! 48:58

4d ago48:58

48:58

Episode one is finally here! Our host, Mike Neiduski, sits down to share who he is, how he came to run Ugly Dog Hunting Co., his origin story with bird dogs, and what listeners can expect in future episodes. He also addresses a handful of customer questions including essentials for a started dog, the nuance of breed hunting styles, what drive's Mik…

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Belfast Covid inquiry hears of 'discernible chill' at Stormont after Sinn Fein attended IRA funeral 4:22

5d ago4:22

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There was a “discernible chill” between Northern Ireland’s First Minister Arlene Foster and deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill following the funeral of IRA veteran Bobby Storey, the Covid-19 Inquiry has heard. Ms O’Neill attended the large-scale funeral in west Belfast for Mr Storey in June 2020 despite lockdown restrictions on public gathering…

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Covid inquiry comes to Belfast - what we learned after day one 5:45

5d ago5:45

5:45

The UK's Covid inquiry came to Belfast and day one heard explosive claims of political in-fighting, lost material and disarray within the Northern Ireland Executive as ministers tried to deal with the pandemic. More than 4,000 people in the region died with the virus across 2020 and 2021. The inquiry heard how decision making came down party-politi…

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Sunningdale and the Ulster Workers Strike (Part Three): Who really won? 30:53

23d ago30:53

30:53

Loyalism stood triumphant. The Ulster Workers Strike succeeded. It brought down the Sunningdale executive, the council of Ireland binned, power-sharing shelved . It seemed like total victory. But was it? In the final part of a three-part series, Ciarán Dunbar looks at the long-term legacy of Sunningdale Agreement and the Ulster Workers Strike – and…

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Sunningdale and the Ulster Workers Strike (Part Two): The loyalist ‘revolt’ 32:42

24d ago32:42

32:42

Northern Ireland had never seen the like of the Ulster Workers Strike – a rebellion against the state – by loyalists. The strikers wanted an end to the Sunningdale power-sharing executive and everything that went with it. It was mostly peaceful but was punctuated by the bloodiest day of the Troubles – the Dublin Monaghan bombings. In Part 2 of a th…

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View From Stormont: This week the Legacy Act becomes law 45:49

6d ago45:49

45:49

Disagreement between London and Dublin overshadows the meeting of the British Irish intergovernmental conference. Our Political Editor Tracey Magee will have the latest. This is the week the Government's controversial legacy legislation kicks in. All inquests into Troubles related killings will stop, and the new Independent Commission becomes a rea…

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Sunningdale and the Ulster Workers Strike: The forgotten power-sharing ‘experiment’ 31:25

25d ago31:25

31:25

In 1973 the ‘Sunningdale Agreement’ established power-sharing in Northern Ireland, preceding the Good Friday Agreement or Belfast Agreement by 25 years. It even had an All-Ireland dimension. But it met with a backlash and was brought down by the Ulster Workers Strike. In the first part of a three-part series, Ciarán Dunbar explores the Sunningdale …

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Living and working with the menopause 23:12

24d ago23:12

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Carol Jordan talks menopause with Siobhan Kearney, founder of Menopause NI and Kate Muir, an expert in women's health. On May 7, Siobhan and Kate will be participating in an event being held in Belfast called Let's Talk Menopause in the Workplace’ which will bring together business leaders and HR professionals from across Northern Ireland who seeki…

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How to spend £15bn: The stories making the news in NI 15:24

25d ago15:24

15:24

This week Carol Jordan and Jordan Moates discuss the news making the headlines in Northern Ireland. This week, Stormont ministers finally passed a budget, although the health minister has expressed his anger at the level of money, saying it represents a cut in what was handed out the previous year. Sir Jeffrey Donaldson appeared alongside his wife …

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A budget has been set - and the health minister warns of its consequences 11:54

27d ago11:54

11:54

The Stormont Executive has ageed a budget, but the health minister votes against. Robin Swann has warned of the devastating impact the reduction in funding will have on the health service. The First Minister, deputy First Minister and Finance Minister said the budget would always be challenging and said they were disappointed with the health minist…

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Warrenpoint-based Michael O’Loughlin breaks gangster code by admitting crimes 17:57

28d ago17:57

17:57

Michael O’Loughlin was arrested in Co Down in 2020 as part of a Europe-wide crackdown on organised crime. He was one of the first criminals arrested in the Encrochat hacking scandal. But why is the career criminal now pleading guilty to the charges against him? Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guest: Allison Morris Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for …

1M ago21:34

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Graham Eve boasts a military career which spanned over 8000 miles. A member of the 2nd Parachute Regiment in NI he witnessed 16 of their men being killed in the Warrenpoint ambush in 1979. His service later carried him to the Falkland Islands, where scenes got even bloodier. The former Paratrooper and gun team commander joins Olivia Peden. Hosted o…

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