Sinéad Mooney brings you the best of the week's wireless - from the big news stories to the features, drama, documentaries, sport and music.
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A look at events making the news in Ireland over the last week, presented by Justin McCarthy. Listen live every Sunday at 1pm on RTÉ Radio 1.
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On Ireland's most cutting edge current affairs show, Matt and his guests provide a running stream of intelligent opinions and heated debates on the issues that matter most to Irish listeners. You might not always agree, but you'll never want to miss a Word.
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The Explainer is a weekly podcast from The Journal that takes a deeper look at one big news story you need to know about. What's the background? Why is this in the news? Get the facts behind the story from Ireland's biggest news website.
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News, sport, business and interviews. Presented by Rachael English. Listen live Monday to Friday at 1pm on RTÉ Radio 1.
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Highlights from the daily news programme with Sarah McInerney and Cormac Ó hEadhra. Featuring all the latest stories, interviews and special reports. Listen live Monday to Friday at 4.30pm on RTÉ Radio 1.
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Ireland’s original independent left leaning news, politics, and culture podcast that doesn’t take itself too seriously and still punches well above its weight. Join critically acclaimed & derided hosts, Martin McMahon and Tony Groves as they delve into the news of the day, pull apart the spin and challenge you to be an activist. This is the non-corporate, ad free, non-plastic-podcast reality that the medium is made for. There will be shenanigans!
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If it’s happening in Cork, you’ll hear it first on The Neil Prendeville Show. Listen to the latest discussion & debate on all things Cork with conversation that matters.
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Hosted by Michael Safi and Helen Pidd, Today in Focus brings you closer to Guardian journalism. Combining personal storytelling with insightful analysis, this podcast takes you behind the headlines for a deeper understanding of the news, every weekday. The podcast is a topical, deep dive, explainer on a topic or story in the news, covering: politics, current affairs, investigations, leaks, scandals and interviews. It might cover topics such as: American politics including: Trump, US presiden ...
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Showcasing BBC Radio 5 Live's news specials, including in-depth interviews.
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Stephen Nolan's no nonsense approach to confronting the biggest issues of the day: an unmissable mixture of news, phone ins and entertainment. From BBC Radio Ulster
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A weekly look at what's new and evocative in News, sport, entertainment and politics from around Ireland and the world. The HazBeanz show is presented by Martin Beanz Warde, Irish Traveller and Stand up comedian. Hazbeanz is Ireland's only travelling podcast, where the show travels to each interviewee in a campervan, soaking up the scenery, sounds and smells of each location.Let us invite you into the van for a cup of tea, a chat and a whole lot of laughs. We take the unfiltered approach to ...
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5 things, every week, that you need to know about. Sisters Kelly and Nicola take you through 5 things that caught their eye this week and why you need to know about them. This podcast is for anyone who wants a tip-off on pop-culture highlights as well as the low-down on events and affairs affecting women in Ireland today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Stand with Eamon Dunphy is a current affairs, sport and culture podcast posting five or more episodes each week. Editor and Presenter - Eamon Dunphy As a former professional and international soccer player Eamon was capped 23 times for Ireland. He has been a writer and broadcaster for over 40 years and written five best selling books including an early memoir Only a Game?, U2’s biography Unforgettable Fire, Sir Matt Busby’s biography A Strange Kind of Glory, Roy Keane’s autobiography Kea ...
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Each week we keep you updated on whats happening in the world......While also drinking and reviewing Craft Beer ......>>>>>> NEWS, POLITICS, TECH, ENTERNAINMENT - all mixed with CRAFT BEER .... what can go wrong right?
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A live comedy talk show. The Gareth Stack Show Live is an occasional programme featuring writers, musicians and artists, interviewed, indulged, and provoked by Irish writer and comedian Gareth Stack. Guests have included David Turpin, Mongoose, Donal Foreman, Bobby Ahern (No Monster Club), Tom Rowley, Myles Manley, Andrew Philip Smith, Patrick O’Flaherty, Graham Tugwell, Caoimhe Lavelle, Jonah King, James Moran, Darragh McCausland, Siam Collective and Gordon Rochford.
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Home of the Our Man In Stockholm, Irish In Sweden and Global Gael podcasts.
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Willie White, director of the Dublin Theatre Festival, joins The Last Word for the Culture Club. He discusses his favourite music, movies, tv and of course theatre. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
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New Book Shines A Light On The Misogyny At The Heart Of The Kennedy Dynasty
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Maureen Callahan, journalist and author of Ask Not: The Kennedys and the Women They Destroyed, talks about her expose of the generations of men from the Kennedy political dynasty and how they treated the women in their lives.
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Reaction to the 725 million euro plan that's keeping the TV licence
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To discuss this is Fianna Fail Senator, Malcolm Byrne and the former Press Ombudsman Peter Feeney.By RTÉ Radio 1
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New figures released by the Health Research Board today show treatment for alcohol addiction is on the rise.
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A report released by the Health Research Board shows that the amount of people treated for problem alcohol use last year was the highest it's been in over a decade. To discuss these findings Addiction Counsellor Michael Guerin and Dr Garrett McGovern, Medical Director & Addiction Specialist at the Priority Medical Clinic in Dundrum.…
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Minister Norma Foley to establish a statutory inquiry into allegations of sexual abuse in religious-run schools
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The inquiry comes after a wave of allegations by past pupils of schools such as Blackrock College - prompted by brothers David and Mark Ryan sharing their story in a radio documentary on this station in 2022. Reporter Barry Lenihan tells us moreBy RTÉ Radio 1
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Gen Z students volunteering abroad - we hear about a life changing experience for young Irish people in the Philippines
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An Irish charity is changing the lives of young people from the Badjao community in the Philippines, and of the Gen Z Irish students who volunteer with them abroad. Richard Hogan, a former teacher and the founder of ‘Embrace Badjao’, and Jane Cowen, a volunteer with the charity and author of the Diary of Gen Z student.…
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RTÉ To Receive €725m In Public Funding Over The Next Three Years
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Cabinet have approved a deal on the future funding of RTÉ which will see the broadcaster receive €725 million in public money over three years. Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss where this money will come from and what it will be used for. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!…
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Climate Plans To Reduce Car Use Deemed ‘Unfair’
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Department of Finance officials have advised the government that congestion charges and car parking levies should not be implemented in Ireland until adequate public transport and other alternatives are made available to road users. Matt spoke to Fianna Fáil TD Paul McAuliffe & climate and environmental researcher Sadhbh O’Neill about this. Hit the…
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With Biden out and Harris in, what will the Republican party’s next move be?
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The world of US politics has evolved dramatically over the past few weeks, with the latest curveball being the decision by Joe Biden to step down as Democratic candidate in the November's election and endorse his vice president, Kamala Harris. How will Trump and the Republican party respond? Larry Donnelly, a law lecturer at the University of Galwa…
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Funding plan should end RTÉ shortfall for 'foreseeable'
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Sandra Hurley of our Political staff on the new funding model being outlined by the Government for RTÉBy RTÉ Radio 1
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Five men in court charged with offences over Dublin riots
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Paul Reynolds, Crime Correspondent reportsBy RTÉ Radio 1
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€4.2bn worth of residential properties bought by non-household entities in 2023
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Linda Daly, Business Correspondent with The Sunday Times looks at the latest CSO figures and what non-household entities areBy RTÉ Radio 1
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What is the reaction of independent broadcasters to the new funding model?
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John Purcell, Chairperson of the Independent Broadcasters of Ireland & Chief Executive of KCLRBy RTÉ Radio 1
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Derek Burnett, who competed in five Olympics for Ireland, tells our reporter Cian Burns what it's likeBy RTÉ Radio 1
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Rugby sevens in spotlight as Team Ireland kick off
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Gavin Noble, Chef de Mission for the Irish Team in Paris gives us an updateBy RTÉ Radio 1
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Hopes new maternity leave law can take effect quickly
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Catherine Ardagh, Fianna Fáil Senator, who chaired the cross party group on CancerBy RTÉ Radio 1
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RTÉ Trade Union group says it's a "missed opportunity"
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Emma O'Kelly, Chair of the RTÉ Trade Union Group speaks to usBy RTÉ Radio 1
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Naga Munchetty chats to former Olympic swimmer Hannah Miley about the challenges facing women when it comes to playing sport and doing exercise while on their period. She’s also joined by regular experts Dr Nighat Arif and Dr Christine Ekechi, as well as Dr Jennifer Maynard from the WTA Health Taskforce, to answer your questions. That Time of the M…
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23. Gaza, the Beijing Agreement and US Political Pantomime
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Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshackAs if US politics couldn’t get any more chaotic, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has arrived for an official visit. Add in the ICJ’s opinion on the Israeli illegal settlements and the ongoing daily horrors in Gaza and there is a lot to discuss.On this PalCast, Yousef, Helena and Tony are joined b…
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UFF and UDA flags erected outside a new social housing development in north Belfast
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UFF and UDA flags erected outside a new social housing development in north Belfast. A woman fighting for her disabled daughters rights to be looked after appropriately in a care home finally gets the result she was entitled to all along and the BBC has once again revealed its annual list of the corporation's highest earning talent.…
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Neil speaks to Donnchadh Ó’Laoghaire TD on Sinn Féin’s immigration policy, kids in Cork doing takeaway deliveries, and medical treatments abroad. Cork, it’s time to talk, weekdays from 9am. The Neil Prendeville Show on RedFM.
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US With Cal And Marion - Kamala Harris Begins Her Presidential Campaign
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Cal Thomas, nationally syndicated US columnist, and Marion McKeone, US correspondent with The Business Post, join The Last Word to discuss US President Joe Biden's legacy, Kamal Harris' presidential campaign and why the US secret service boss has resigned? To catch the full chat press the 'Play' button on this page!…
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Repost: Prof. Avi Shlaim on the Israeli / Palestinian Conflict - A Jewish voice on the history that has led to the present crisis
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Professor Avi Shlaim spoke to Eamon last October following the 7th October attack by Hamas on Israel. Professor Shlaim is an author and Oxford historian of modern Middle East history. He is Emeritus Professor of International Relations at the University of Oxford and a Fellow of the British Academy. Of the many books he has written about the Middle…
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Michael Safi travels to southern Lebanon where Hezbollah is trading strikes with Israeli forces and one misstep could result in all-out conflict. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian
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On this week’s music slot, Matt wanted to know what ‘Brat Summer’ is, following the recent release of Charli XCX’s new album ‘Brat’. Dee Reddy and John Caddell were on hand to explain. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the chat.
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July 21st The Hottest Day Ever Recorded Globally
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Sunday 21 July was the hottest day ever recorded globally, according to preliminary data from the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service. Alan O’Reilly from Carlow Weather joined The Last Word to discuss this new record and explain where the Irish summer has gone. Catch the full chat by pressing the ‘Play’ button on this page!…
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A woman with late stage kidney disease can't find a place in Dublin to live, to get vital treatment.
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Diane Masterson is a 36-year-old woman who has end stage kidney disease. She urgently needs to start home dialysis - but she currently has no permanent place to live. Diane has been telling Sarah her story.By RTÉ Radio 1
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'A Fair System that Works' - Pearse Doherty on SF's new policy on migration
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Sinn Fein has launched a new immigration policy which seeks an end to the ‘two-tier system’ favouring Ukrainians and calls for an ‘audit’ of services before asylum seekers are moved into any area. Pearse Doherty, Sinn Fein spokesperson on Finance and Professor Siobhan Mullally, director of the Irish Centre for Human Rights at University of Galway.…
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Minister Eamon Ryan on Dublin's Transport plan, data centres, and the Dart turning 40
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Today Irish Rail marks 40 years of the DART, the anniversary brings into focus how Irish transport infrastructure has evolved. Changes to the latest transport plan for Dublin have been met with opposition from politicians and business owners in the city. To discuss this Minister for Transport, Environment, Climate and Communications, Eamon Ryan.…
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Covid-19 infection rates are as high as they were during the 2021 winter surge. Matt spoke to Monaghan GP Dr. Illona Duffy about the impact that the virus is having on patients. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the conversation.
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More than a fifth of all electricity generated last year was consumed by data centres
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There was also a fall in the amount of electricity consumed by private households. Dr Paul Deane, Lecturer in Green Energy at UCCBy RTÉ Radio 1
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Inquest into the death of Private Seán Rooney
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Lawyer for soldier's family says it should address the “noxious narrative” that he had taken a wrong turn before the fatal incident. His convoy came under fire in south Lebanon in December 2022 hears. We hear from journalist, Seán McCárthaigh, who was at the inquestBy RTÉ Radio 1
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BBC DG apologises to contestants on Strictly Come Dancing
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Tim Davie's comments came as the BBC published its annual report. We speak to TV Critic Scott BryanBy RTÉ Radio 1
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Aer Lingus pilots vote to accept Labour Court proposals which will give them a pay rise of almost 18% over 4 years.
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Our Work and Technology Correspondent, Brian O'Donovan, is at IALPA headquarters at Dublin AirportBy RTÉ Radio 1
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The Israeli Prime Minister has told families of hostages held in Gaza that a deal to secure their release could be near
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We talk to Kim Sengupta, Defence and Diplomatic Editor at the London Independent.By RTÉ Radio 1
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Nine people are being questioned this afternoon in connection with the rioting in Dublin last November.
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Michael O'Toole, Crime and Defence Editor, with the Irish StarBy RTÉ Radio 1
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Average family farm income dropped by almost 60% in 2023
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Senior Research Officer for TEAGASC, Emma Dillon, joins usBy RTÉ Radio 1
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A mother’s fight to get vital services for her profoundly disabled daughter after moving home to NI
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A mother’s fight to get vital services for her profoundly disabled daughter after moving home to NI. Also, could the UK government face a court challenge to force an Irish unity referendum? & we cover the row over whether open air religious services should be held in Ebrington Square in Derry.By BBC Radio Ulster
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Joanne speaks about the death of her daughter Kayley from counterfeit drugs, the cut to the HSE's reimbursement on cataract treatment, and Neil is joined by the cast of Summer Revels in-studio! Cork, it's time to talk, weekdays from 9am. The Neil Prendeville Show on RedFM. May contain sensitive content.…
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Ryanair Set To Slash Summer Prices After Profits Slide
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AN interesting set of results from the first quarter of the financial year for Ryanair as they see profits slide. Will this mean summer fares will be slashed? Plus Kildare village shopping centre makes the news with new ownership?
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Ep 2006: Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the Presidential race - did his inner circle conspire to hide his decline?
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Niall Stanage reports from Washington on the implications of Joe Biden's withdrawal from the 2024 Presidential race. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication. Recorded on Monday 22nd July 2024. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-stand-with-eamon-dunphy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/…
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Mehdi Hasan on Kamala Harris vs Donald Trump
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Endorsements for Harris to be the new Democratic presidential nominee have come thick and fast. But without Joe Biden can the Democrats win the US election? s. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocusBy The Guardian
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Clare Beat Cork In A Classic All-Ireland Hurling Final
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Clare became All-Ireland hurling champions for the fifth time in their history after they defeated Cork after extra-time at Croke Park. Matt and Will O’Callaghan of Off The Ball & The Hurling Pod spoke to former Limerick hurler Joe Quaid and former All-Ireland winner with Clare Jamesie O’Connor about the result. Press the ‘Play’ button on this page…
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Driving on learning permits - what you might not know
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The waiting time for getting a slot for a driving test has varied in length over the years...and we often hear from drivers frustrated at the delays. But there is another consequences to those long waits. Susan Gray, founder of the Road Safety group, PARC.By RTÉ Radio 1
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Christopher O'Sullivan Fianna Fáil TD for Cork and Architect Hugh Wallace debate the pro's and cons of one of housing builds.By RTÉ Radio 1
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Is duo lingo the best way to learn a language?
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With duo lingo and other language apps a click away on our phones it's never been easier to learn a new language, but are they the best way to learn new languages - Tish Mulholland, French, Spanish, and Chinese teacher at Sion Hill College in Dublin shares her view.By RTÉ Radio 1
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