Best Ireland Current Affairs Podcasts (2024)

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshackFormer Dublin Lord Mayor and Green Party Cllr Hazel Chu has, it’s fair to say, had more than a bumpy few years. From the Lord Mayor’s Office during Covid to the racially charged protests where she’s personally been the target of horrendous abuse; you'd have to ask who’d want to be a local politician these …

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Is Páirc Náisiúnta Na Mara, Ciarraí, A Real National Park 11:24

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Is Ireland's newest national park, Páirc Náisiúnta Na Mara, really a national park, and is it a positive for the environment? John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

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Harvey Weinstein's 2020 Rape Conviction Overturned 9:07

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Why has infamous Hollywood movie mogul Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape charge been overturned? Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.

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Coroner Rules Death By Medical Misadventure For Aoife Johnston 11:41

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Karl Dalton, General Secretary of the Prison Officers' Association joined The Last Word to discuss the verdict of the inquest into the death of Aoife Johnston. Listen by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

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Streamers, Speakers, And Earbuds- Latest Sound Technology 8:04

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Andy O'Donoghue joined The Last Word to discuss the latest tech to help you enjoy listening to your music! Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

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Minister for Enterprise Peter Burke on what he can do to help struggling businesses at risk of closure 12:19

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The cost of doing business is top of the agenda for many retailers across the country many of whom want more supports. With the deadline to apply for the Increased Cost of Business Grant approaching there have been calls for an extension to allow more people to apply. For more on this Minister for Enterprise, Trade & Employment, Peter Burke…

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The death of 16year old Aoife Johnston ruled medical misadventure John Cooke reports on the final day of the inquest 20:52

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A verdict of death by medical misadventure has been returned at the inquest into the death of Aoife Johnston at University Hospital Limerick in December 2022. John Cooke joins us from the Coroners Court in Kilmallock and Aoife Johnston's family have been giving their reaction?By RTÉ Radio 1

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Why there's no need to shower every day 5:58

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In an age of climate action and awareness one way to help the environment is by using less water. And one way to use less water is to take fewer showers, but who among us is brave enough to admit they don't shower daily? To tell us more, Donnachadh McCarthy - Director of the Climate Media Coalition.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Decline in mental health among LGBTQI+ people 5:57

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Ireland's young LGBTQI+ population is experiencing significant mental health challenges according to new research published today. The report was conducted by a team of researchers in Trinity College Dublin in association with Belong To. To discuss Agnes Higgins, Professor In Mental Health in Trinity and by Monine Griffith CEO of Belong To.…

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Political reaction to Aoife Johnston inquest ruling 20:13

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As we have heard, a verdict of death by medical misadventure has been returned at the inquest into the death of Aoife Johnston at University Hospital Limerick in December 2022. For reaction on the ruling Marie McMahon, Mid West Hospital Campaign Group, David Cullinane Sinn Fein spokesperson on health and Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fail TD for Clare.…

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UHL ED 'like a death trap' when teen presented - doctor 3:51

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Western Correspondent Pat Mcgrath reportsBy RTÉ Radio 1

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New home completions down 12% in first quarter of 2024 5:15

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Dr John McCartney, BNP Paribas Real Estate Ireland speaks to usBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Gardaí need to do more to protect vulnerable children in state care at risk of sexual exploitation - Policing Authority 4:11

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Dr Elaine Byrne, Chair of the Policing Authority on their latest report on Oversight of Policing Response to Child Sexual AbuseBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Venice begins charging day-trippers to enter city 3:20

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Vera Montengoli freelance journalist speaks to us from VeniceBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Motorcyclist dies in Carlow 2:03

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Fergal O'Brien reports from CarlowBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Deadline for postal vote applications two weeks away 5:14

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Tim Carey, Head of Electoral Operations with An Coimisiún na meánBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Ireland taking part in global cybersecurity exercise 2:35

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Brian O'Donovan, Work and Technology Correspondent reportsBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Parents of Israeli-American hostage in Gaza urge him to 'stay strong'' 3:49

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Dan Williams, Senior Correspondent with Reuters in JerusalemBy RTÉ Radio 1

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25th April 2024 2:11:05

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Neil speaks with Patricia who was at the Stardust on the night it burned down, callers from some of Cork’s Echo Boys, and a member of Blood Bike South Charity whose bike was stolen. Cork, it’s time to talk, weekdays from 9am. The Neil Prendeville Show on Red FM. Contains sensitive content.

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Culture Club: Orla Comerford 32:10

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Irish Paralympian, Orla Comerford is supporting Fighting Blindness, and joined us this week for The Culture Club! Visit fightingblindness.ie Hear her choices by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

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Tánaiste Visits Unrwa Refugee Camp In Jordan 14:51

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Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Michael Martin, joined The Last Word live from Jordan to discuss the ongoing crisis in Gaza, and his experience at a UNRWA refugee camp in Jordan. Listen by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

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Jeffrey Donaldson Charged With 11 Historical Sex Offences 8:16

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Former leader of the Democratic Unionist Party, Jeffrey Donaldson has been charged with 11 historical sex offences over a 21 year period. Amanda Ferguson, Journalist based in Belfast, joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

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Petrol & Diesel Prices Approach €2 A Litre 10:47

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Charlie Weston, Person Finance Editor with The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss the latest news on the costs of energy and fuel in Ireland. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

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Stroke mortality improves though incidents are on the rise 5:03

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President Michael D Higgins says he will be completely recovered from a mild stroke within two to three weeks. To tell us about the different types of stroke and how to recognise one, Professor Ronán Collins, who is the National Clinical Lead for Stroke.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Mona Lisa should be moved to improve ‘world’s worst viewing experience’, Louvre proposes 6:54

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The Mona Lisa painting may be moved to an underground chamber in a bid by the Louvre museum to improve the “world’s most disappointing” viewing experience for its star attraction. For more on this Travel Editor with the Irish Independent, Pól Ó ConghaileBy RTÉ Radio 1

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The head of the Palestinian mental health unit- has only 34 psychiatrists to deal with mental health needs of 5 million people 9:35

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While we can see the physical toll of the Israel/Hamas war with the deaths, injuries & threat of famine, what is the mental health impact for Palestinians? Psychiatrist Dr Samah Jabr the chair of the Palestinian ministry of health’s mental health unit. She has a staff of only 34 psychiatrists to deal with the mental health needs of 5million people.…

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Another emotional day of evidence at the Aoife Johnston Inquest 11:37

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The inquest into the death of 16 yr old Aoife Johnston has heard of on-call consultants refusing to attend Limerick’s University Hospital on the night she died and of disagreement among managers as to whether they should always be on site. John Cooke was in the courthouse in Kilmallock.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Housing targets not not due until autumn 11:53

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Speaking at a Housing For All update this morning, Taoiseach Simon Harris said he believes the 250,000 new homes by 2030 figure is the "ballpark figure" he expects. To discuss this now, Cian O'Callaghan TD, the Social Democrats' Housing Spokesperson; & Senator Mary Fitzpatrick, Fianna Fail's Housing Spokesperson.…

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Tánaiste Micheál Martin on his visit to Rafah 10:41

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The Tánaiste Mícheál Martin was in Jordan today as he continued his latest visit to the Middle East in a bid to secure agreement for a ceasefire in Gaza and recognition for a Palestinian State. Cormac spoke to The Tánaiste about his visit.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Study has found younger teachers in Catholic schools are less likely to believe in God or attend religious services. 4:52

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The study which was undertaken by a team of academic researchers, based at Limerick's Mary Immaculate College also suggests there are currently too many Catholic schools in Ireland. To tell us more the study's principle-investigator Dr Dan O'Connell Assistant Professor of Religious Education at Mary Immaculate College…

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Runaway cavalry horses spooked by noise and bolted through London 2:46

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We talk to London based journalist Enda Brady.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Jeffrey Donaldson charged with 11 historical sexual offences, including rape 3:00

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Our Northern Editor Vincent Kearney reports.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Govt pledges new housing target of 250k homes between 2025 and 2030 4:32

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We get reaction from Marian Finnegan, MD of Sherry Fitzgerald.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Tánaiste visits refugee camp during Middle East visit 2:01

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Tanaiste Micheál Martin speaking in Jordan.By RTÉ Radio 1

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'Tragedy' that teenager waited 15 hours for antibiotics, inquest told 3:04

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Our Western Correspondent Pat McGrath reports.By RTÉ Radio 1

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8 out of every 10 asylum seekers arriving through NI - McEntee 10:55

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We talk to Justice Minister Helen McEntee.By RTÉ Radio 1

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24th April 2024 2:05:29

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A discussion on the dangerous roads around Kilcully, a drink driver on the Cross River Ferry, and Neil chats with one of Cork's old Echo Boys "Billaboo". Cork, it's time to talk, weekdays from 9am. The Neil Prendeville Show on Red FM.

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10. Gaza: 200 Days of Genocide 46:13

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Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshackHebh Aljamal, who grew up in New York, is a remarkable Palestinian-American journalist, who currently lives in Germany and is shockingly facing legal prosecution because of her Palestine activism.In this episode of PalCast, Yousef Aljamal, Helena Cobban and Tony Groves speak about the German position on Is…

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GRA Conference Hears of Concerns Policing the Far Right 11:56

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The Garda Representative Association is holding its annual conference in Mayo. Today it heard concern from members about policing far right protests. Brendan O'Connor, the GRA's outgoing President joined The Last Word. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

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Hozier Is Now The 4th Irish Artist with a US Number One 18:48

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Hozier is the 4th artist ever to top the US charts with his single "Too Sweet". John Caddell and Dee Reddy joined for The Last Word on Music. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

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"We Failed You..." - Taoiseach Addresses Families of Stardust Victims 11:24

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Taoiseach Simon Harris made a formal apology in the Dáil today to the families of the victims killed in the Stardust tragedy in 1981. Today FM Reporter Stephanie Rohan and Lisa Lawlor, the daughter of Francis & Maureen who died in the fire joined The Last Word. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.…

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Inlfuencers Warned to Comply with Laws Labelling Content 5:36

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Ian Guider, columnist with The Business Post joined The Last Word with the latest business news. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

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Right to Repair to save people money and reduce use of raw materials 3:40

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Members of the European Parliament today voted in favour of the Right to Repair Directive, aimed at improving consumer access to repair services in order to reduce waste. The law would require manufacturers to repair goods out of warranty, either for free or a “reasonable price.” Adrian Weckler technology editor at The Irish Independent.…

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