Best Ireland Current Affairs Podcasts (2024)

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My Uncle, Donald Trump: Fred Trump on his new book, his uncle's campaign and his son William 13:07

36m ago13:07

13:07

Fred Trump, author of All In The Family: The Trumps And How We Got This Way and nephew of former President and Republican nominee Donald Trump, joins The Last Word to talk about his new book, the makings of the Trump family and the future of America with the possibility of his Uncle returning to the oval office. To get the full interview hit the 'p…

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The IDF says Hamas military chief killed in Gaza strike, we hear from the Israel Defence and Security Forum 11:54

3h ago11:54

11:54

The Israeli military has announced that Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif has been killed in a strike it carried out last month in Gaza's southern area of Khan Younis. Sarah speaks to Or Yissachar from the Israel Defence and Security Forum.By RTÉ Radio 1

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The High Court rules Ireland is breaching the human rights of homeless asylum seekers 7:31

4h ago7:31

7:31

The High Court has ruled today in a significant judgement that the State’s failure to provide for the basic needs of homeless International Protection Applicants is a breach of their fundamental rights, in a case brought by the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission. Michael O’Neill, Head of Legal, Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission.…

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Volunteer Emergency Medical Response charity 'CRITICAL' is calling for people to slow down the roads this Bank Holiday weekend 9:29

4h ago9:29

9:29

To date this year, 113 people have died on our roads - up more than 10% on this time last year - meanwhile, emergency responders say they have attended 270 traffic collisions in the past fourteen months. Wicklow GP and CRITICAL responder, Dr Mark Ruddy speaks to Sarah,By RTÉ Radio 1

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Sinn Fein publishes an affordable housing plan. Eoin O'Broin and Minister Alan Dillon debate 14:09

4h ago14:09

14:09

Sinn Féin said it can deliver 50,000 affordable homes within five years, if in government. Households earning up to €90,000 a year would be eligible to buy these homes but the State would retain ownership of the land they are built on. To discuss this Eoin O'Broin, Sinn Fein spokesperson on Housing and Alan Dillon, Minister of State for Housing.…

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Donald Trump's nephew Fred speaks out about his Uncle 13:14

3h ago13:14

13:14

Fred C. Trump III the son of Trump’s late brother Fred Jr talks to us about his new book "All in the Family: The Trumps and How We Got This Way,'. The new book makes some explosive claims that the Trump campaign have denied the allegations.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Patients admitted to hospital on a weekly basis after taking fake versions of Ozempic 7:20

4h ago7:20

7:20

The HSE's obesity expert says he's seeing patients being admitted to hospital on a weekly basis after taking fake versions of Ozempic. The weight loss drug is typically used to treat diabetes and obesity, but has been growing in popularity due to online personalities and celebrities showing the drugs’ effect on weight loss. Reporter Una Kelly.…

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Sinn Féin Says It Will Deliver Starter Homes In Dublin for €300,000 14:36

1h ago14:36

14:36

Eoin O Broin, Sinn Féin TD and spokesperson on housing outlined the details of Affordable Homes Plan and how the party believes it can deliver started homes at €300,000. Conor O’Connell, Director of Housing and Planning at the Construction Federation of Ireland explained the challenges faced by the industry in delivering homes, such as infrastructu…

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Trump Makes Racist Dig at Kamala Harris at National Convention for Black American Journalists 11:32

26m ago11:32

11:32

Following remarks made by former president Trump last night, where he said Kamala Harris only recently "turned black", Law Professor with the University of Galway and columnist with the Journal.ie, Larry Donnelly joins Matt to discuss the damage this may do to Trump's campaign. To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button below...…

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What Is Earth Overshoot Day? 10:00

2h ago10:00

10:00

Earth Overshoot Day 2024, the temperatures at this year’s Olympics and how climate change is impacting tea and coffee supplies were just some of the topics discussed on this week’s environment slot with John Gibbons. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the full chat.

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What is Hezbollah? 26:51

22m ago26:51

26:51

Senator Tom Clonan, a retired army officer who served as a peacekeeper in Lebanon, joins Lauren Boland on this week's episode to share his insights into the group's history, and what recent escalations mean for the situation on the ground.The Explainer is brought to you by The Journal. Providing open access to valuable journalism in Ireland has bee…

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Philip Doyle and Daire Lynch claim double sculls bronze 10:04

2h ago10:04

10:04

Des Cahill has all the latest from France on the Irish races and medalsBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Celebrations as rowers Philip Doyle and Daire Lynch secure bronze medal 5:06

2h ago5:06

5:06

We speak to John Lavery, Club Captain at Philip's Club - Belfast Boat Club, and Paul Nugent, Senior Member at Clonmel Rowing Club - Daire's clubBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Ireland breaching asylum seekers' human rights, High Court rules 3:17

2h ago3:17

3:17

Social Affairs Correspondent Ailbhe Conneely on the high court JudgementBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Finance minister expects Government to agree cost of living package 9:20

2h ago9:20

9:20

Minister Jack Chambers tells Rachael there are still lots of pressures on families that warrant a cost of living packageBy RTÉ Radio 1

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PSNI Chief criticises police celebrations following Armagh win 3:06

2h ago3:06

3:06

Northern Correspondent Conor McAuley on Jon Boutcher's remarks following involvement of police vehicles in Camlough in celebrating Armagh's All-Ireland football winBy RTÉ Radio 1

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1st August 2024 2:14:47

7h ago2:14:47

2:14:47

Neil discusses unfair sentencing, busking & roadworks in Cork City & we had Packie O'Callaghan in studio to celebrate the upcoming "Storytelling of Eamon Kelly". Cork, it’s time to talk, weekdays from 9am. The Neil Prendeville Show on RedFM.

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Culture Club: Lynne Parker 32:59

3h ago32:59

32:59

Lynne Parker, artistic director of Rough Magic Theatre Company, joins The Last Word for The Culture Club where she discusses her favourite cultural choices. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

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Bank Of Ireland Makes €1.1bn Profit In First Six Months Of The Year 5:24

3h ago5:24

5:24

Bank of Ireland has reported a profit of €1.1bn profit before tax in the first half of 2024, an increase of 5 per cent, helped by higher interest rates. Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss this and they day's other business news stories. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!…

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New Routes & Airport Links Included In New Rail Plan 11:55

3m ago11:55

11:55

Transport Minister Eamon Ryan today published the All-Island Rail Review which aims to “significantly” reduce train journey times and increase the number of direct services between several areas of the country. He joined Matt to explain the plans. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the conversation.…

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Government launches a new all-island rail plan today that would triple passenger numbers in the next 25 years 8:32

3h ago8:32

8:32

A new All-Island Strategic Rail Review published today sets out ambitious plans for halving train journey times between Ireland's major cities and tripling passenger numbers from 65 million annually to over 180 million by 2050. Sarah is joined by Dr. Brendan Flynn, Head of Political Science in the University of Galway.…

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Longford Businesses seek government help after a major fire 7:47

3h ago7:47

7:47

The government has been asked to assist over 60 people left out off work by a fire in Longford at the weekend where at least 13 businesses are trying to establish if - or when -they can re-open. Our reporter John Cooke met some of those affected by the fire today.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Tensions escalate in the middle-east after the leader of Hamas was killed in Iran 10:57

3h ago10:57

10:57

Iran has accused Israel of assassinating Hamas’s political leader Ismail Haniyeh in a strike in Tehran and vowed to avenge his death as the attack dramatically raised the risk of a further escalation of regional hostilities. Sarah is joined by award winning journalist Gideon Levy, a columnist with the Israeli newspaper Haaretz.…

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The brother of Valerie French, murdered by her husband in 2019, calls for guardianship rights to be removed from convicted killers 16:07

3h ago16:07

16:07

James Kilroy was given the mandatory sentence of life in prison this week after being found guilty last week of murdering Valerie French Kilroy. He had claimed he was insane and suffering from cannabis induced psychosis. Valerie's family are now arguing that there is a "loophole" in legislation. Sarah is joined by Valerie's brother in studio.…

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24. Gaza – The World Doesn’t Care Enough 39:18

1h ago39:18

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Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshackAhmad Al-Naouq is the co-founder of We Are Not Numbers. He lost his family due to Israeli bombing on his family home in Gaza in October 2023. Since then, he has been appearing on different media outlets to defend and put forward the Palestinian narrative. He joins PalCast co-hosts Yousef and Helena to talk…

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Paris 2024: Irish in action on day 5 6:40

2h ago6:40

6:40

Des Cahill reports from ParisBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Graham Dwyer loses appeal against 2015 conviction for murder of Elaine O'Hara 4:04

2h ago4:04

4:04

Our legal affairs correspondent, Orla O'Donnell has the very latestBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Final report by inspectors investigating INM governance published 4:50

2h ago4:50

4:50

We speak to Brian O'Donovan, our work and technology correspondentBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Huw Edwards pleads guilty over indecent images of children 2:54

2h ago2:54

2:54

Our London Correspondent, Tommy Meskill reportBy RTÉ Radio 1

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700,000 units of illegal medicines seized in first six months of 2024 3:51

2h ago3:51

3:51

Grainne Power, Head of Compliance at Health Products Regulatory AuthorityBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Qatar PM questions Israel-Hamas talks after Haniyeh killing 6:14

2h ago6:14

6:14

We speak to Vincent Durac, Associate Professor in Middle East Politics at University College DublinBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Wiffen win many years in the making 4:49

2h ago4:49

4:49

We hear from Stan Sheppard, Daniel Wiffen’s former coach, Lisburn City Swimming ClubBy RTÉ Radio 1

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31st July 2024 2:19:24

4h ago2:19:24

2:19:24

Neil speaks to Cork Mom after her son had a near death and life altering experience. Neil chats to Mairead O'Mahoney in Portugal after winning 5 golds for Ireland at European Transplant Sports Championships & listeners tell us where to get the best 99's in Cork. Cork, it’s time to talk, weekdays from 9am. The Neil Prendeville Show on RedFM.…

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US - Donald Trump Suggests He'll End Elections If He Returns To The White House 21:10

2h ago21:10

21:10

Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Larry Donnelly, law lecturer at University of Galway and political columnist with The Journal, join The Last Word to discuss the biggest news stories from the US including Donald Trump's suggestion that he would end elections if he returns to the White House. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'P…

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New York Times Best Seller Mixed A Thriller With Crime and Romance 12:06

1h ago12:06

12:06

Author Chris Whitaker discusses his latest novel, All The Colours Of The Dark. To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button below

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CMAT Nominated For Mercury Prize 16:31

16h ago16:31

16:31

Irish singer CMAT has been nominated for this year’s Mercury Prize for her album Crazymad, For Me. Dee Reddy and John Caddell spoke to Matt about that and the rest of the music stories making the headlines this week. Press the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the chat.

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Parents leave is expanding tomorrow - what you need to know. 6:50

3h ago6:50

6:50

Parents leave is to be extended from seven weeks to nine weeks from tomorrow will be a welcome relief to families across the country. For more on these new measures, HR expert, Caroline Reidy.By RTÉ Radio 1

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GAA and rugby clash in Foxrock 9:28

3h ago9:28

9:28

A turf row is simmering in South Dublin over a valuable playing field - with a rugby team accusing a local GAA club of a 'land grab' as it plans to buy the pitch the groups have shared for several years. Reporter Barry LenihanBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Nurse in Gaza providing care in the most vital hospital in Khan Younis 13:06

3h ago13:06

13:06

Amy Kit-Mei Low, Médecins Sans Frontières Medical Referent in Gaza. has been working in the maternity and paediatric department at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, one of the largest remaining hospitals in Gaza.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Jigsaw charity say they've had the most demanding year as young people accessing the service jumps by 7%. 6:50

3h ago6:50

6:50

Youth mental health charity Jigsaw's Annual Report highlights a significant surge in demand. The group said it was their ‘most demanding year” since its establishment in 2006 with a surge in referrals and appointments for young people looking for mental health services. Mike Mansfield, Director of Communications at Jigsaw.…

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Tanaiste Micheal Martin urges Irish citizens to leave Lebanon we hear from a Galway man working in Beirut 12:25

3h ago12:25

12:25

Tanaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs Micheal Martin has advised Irish citizens against all travel to Lebanon and urged Irish citizens in Lebanon to leave the country by commercial mean. Sarah speaks to Enda Nevin an Irish citizen living in Lebanon and Foreign Correspondent Hannah McCarthy.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Fine Gael TD Michael Ring Will Not Contest Next General Election 11:53

2d ago11:53

11:53

Fine Gael TD for Mayo Michael Ring has announced that he will not contest the next general election after serving for 30 years in Dáil Eireann. He spoke to Matt to explain why he made the decision. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the conversation.

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PARIS 2024: Olympic Games Update 13:41

29m ago13:41

13:41

We speak to Damien O'Meara in Paris Martin McGann who coached Daniel Wiggen and his twin Nathan talks to us Mona McSharry's former coach Grace Meade on her Olympic medal successBy RTÉ Radio 1

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9 year-old girl becomes the third child to die after a knife attack in Southport in England 3:17

29m ago3:17

3:17

Our London Correspondent Tommy Meskill has the latestBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Investigation after prison officer's home targeted in arson attack 4:14

29m ago4:14

4:14

Deputy Gen Sec of the Prison Officers Association Gabriel KeavenyBy RTÉ Radio 1

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FG's Michael Ring will not contest next general election 5:08

29m ago5:08

5:08

We speak to Mayo TD Michael Ring who is joining the long list of Fine Gael TDs who won't be running in the next general election.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Preliminary hearing into Omagh bomb inquiry begins 6:02

29m ago6:02

6:02

Our Northern Correspondent Conor MacauleyBy RTÉ Radio 1

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30th July 2024 2:21:10

1d ago2:21:10

2:21:10

Neil speaks to struggling apprentice who travels from Cork to Limerick daily. We compare the cost of holidays in Ireland & abroad & we hear from Paul about the long waiting time for an ambulance for his 82 year Mother. Cork, it’s time to talk, weekdays from 9am. The Neil Prendeville Show on RedFM.

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The Last Word on Travel: The Dolomites 8:46

4h ago8:46

8:46

The Dolomites mountain range in Italy can be a year round destination with hiking and cycling in the summer and skiing in the winter. Sinéad Kennedy, travel expert and author of Life is a Cycle, joins The Last Word to discuss the best things to do and places to stay in this beautiful area. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this p…

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The Last Word on TV and Streaming: Saipan Row to be made into a movie starring Steve Coogan and Eanna Hardwicke 11:56

1h ago11:56

11:56

Joe O'Shea and Elaine Burke join The Last Word to discuss this weeks top picks in TV and streaming as well as a review of the Olympic Opening Ceremony and the news that Eanna Hardwicke is to play Roy Keane in an upcoming film

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