Best Paul O Mahony Podcasts (2024)

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Strange noises Swedes make that you won't find in a dictionary 27:17

5h ago27:17

27:17

Sweden’s population is shrinking as emigration exceeds immigration for the first time in over 50s. Is this true and if so, should it be cause for celebration? Will higher inflation numbers affect next week's interest rate cut? Why a proposal to pay refugees to return has been summarily rejected by the government’s own inquiry. Finally, we attempt t…

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Why an award-winning businessman risks deportation from Sweden 17:35

3d ago17:35

17:35

Stinky fish, Swedish Olympians, and why Migration Agency says 35,000 kronor is too low a salary for a CEO. Host Paul O’Mahony is joined this week by The Local's Emma Löfgren and James Savage. Here are links to some of the topics discussed in the episode: Olympics WATCH: The moment US-born Swede Armand Duplantis cemented his place in Olympic history…

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How Sweden's stricter immigration rules are hurting the games industry 28:15

16d ago28:15

28:15

In this week's Sweden in Focus we speak to the head of Sweden's main games industry organization about how higher salary requirements for work permit holders risk throttling growth. Host Paul O’Mahony is joined this week by Per Strömbäck, the head of Dataspelsbranschen, or the Swedish Games, an organisation that represents companies in Sweden’s inn…

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Making an Olympian; The Aoife Cooke story Pt2.2 33:50

17d ago33:50

33:50

In this episode we look at Aoife's build-up to the 2020 Vienna marathon, including her six-week stint at altitude in Iten, Kenya.

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The Popperian Podcast #37 – Jagdish Hattiangadi – ‘Francis Bacon’s Skeptical Recipes for New Knowledge’ 1:27:44

17d ago1:27:44

1:27:44

This episode of the Popperian Podcast features an interview that Jed Lea-Henry conducted with Jagdish Hattiangadi. They speak about Jagdish’s new book Francis Bacon’s Skeptical Recipes for New Knowledge. Francis Bacon’s Skeptical Recipes for New Knowledge | SpringerLink and https://www.amazon.com/Francis-Bacons-Skeptical-Recipes-Knowledge-ebook/dp/…

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How wage requirements for foreign workers are hitting Sweden's startups 18:16

23d ago18:16

18:16

In this week's episode of Sweden in Focus we speak to the head of a Swedish organisation for startups and scaleups about the impact on growth of higher salary requirements for foreign work permit holders. Host Paul O’Mahony is joined this week by Stina Lantz, the head of the industry association Swedish Incubators and Science Parks. She explains wh…

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What do foreigners value most about living in Sweden? 30:18

30d ago30:18

30:18

In this week's Sweden in Focus we speak to an immigration expert about the pros and cons of moving to Sweden for work. Host Paul O’Mahony is joined this week by Lena Rekdal, founder of the immigration and relocation company Nimmersion. They discuss what immigrants find most appealing about Sweden, how companies and their international employees are…

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The Aoife Cooke Story - Pt 1: 2;46-2:32 in 10 months 44:37

26d ago44:37

44:37

In part 1 of The Aoife Cooke Story, we examine how she made the leap from plateaued club runner to Irish national marathon champion in just 10 months (from 2:46 - 2:32). This is a detailed analysis of how a struggling club runner is lifted from the mire of mediocrity to the glory and limelight of national stardom.…

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Family reunification to get harder in Sweden, and is now a good time to buy property? 16:35

1M ago16:35

16:35

Family reunification clampdown, Swedish town's one-krona plots go viral, and is now a good time to buy property? Host Paul O’Mahony is joined this week by The Local's deputy editor Becky Waterton. Here are links to some of the topics discussed in the episode: Immigration Swedish government announces new plans to limit family reunification permits P…

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'How can Sweden leave behind a citizen who was sentenced to death?' 22:24

1M ago22:24

22:24

In this week's Sweden in Focus we speak to Vida Mehrannia, the wife of the Karolinska Institute researcher Ahmedreza Djalali who was sentenced to death in Iran in 2017 and was not part of a recent prisoner exchange that saw two Swedes return home. Host Paul O’Mahony is joined this week Vida Mehrannia. She talks about why the family moved to Sweden,…

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Almedalen special: Why does Sweden make life so hard for foreign talent? 23:34

2M ago23:34

23:34

In this special episode of Sweden in Focus James Savage travels to the Almedalen political week on Gotland, where he asks the chief economist of the Confederation of Swedish Enterprise, Sven-Olov Daunfeldt, whether things might get better for work permit holders any time soon. Also in this episode: Russia is waging a hybrid war against European cou…

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Paul Griffiths' journey to sub 3 and becoming coach 1:01:34

2M ago1:01:34

1:01:34

We look at Paul Griffiths' journey to running sub 3 and how and why he became a coach.

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The Popperian Podcast #36 – James Kierstead – ‘Education for Science and Democracy’ 1:13:16

2M ago1:13:16

1:13:16

This episode of the Popperian Podcast features an interview that Jed Lea-Henry conducted with James Kierstead. They speak about James’ most recent article ‘Education for science and democracy’ (https://www.elgaronline.com/downloadpdf/edcollchap/book/9781802208542/book-part-9781802208542-7.pdf), as well as falsification as a criterion of empirical s…

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Anger over prisoner swap with Iran, and how strawberries fuel Sweden's gangs 19:29

2M ago19:29

19:29

Strawberries linked to organised crime, US designates Swedish neo-Nazis as terrorists, opinion divided over prisoner swap with Iran. Host Paul O’Mahony is joined this week by regular panelists James Savage and Emma Löfgren. Here are links to some of the topics discussed in the episode: Crime Illegal Swedish strawberry sales raise billions of kronor…

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Sweden's most offensive words and a bad night for the far right 25:36

2M ago25:36

25:36

Celebrate Midsummer like a Swede, EU election analysis, Sweden's most offensive words. Host Paul O’Mahony is joined this week by regular panelists James Savage and Becky Waterton. Here are links to some of the topics discussed in the episode: Midsummer The Local's ultimate guide to Midsummer's Eve 2024 European Elections Who are the winners and los…

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Three parties risk European elimination as Sweden goes to the polls 13:48

2M ago13:48

13:48

Striking nurses, European election preview, Sweden Democrats' anti-Arab trolling, how can Sweden get more inclusive? Host Paul O’Mahony is joined this week by regular panelists Emma Löfgren and Becky Waterton. Here are links to some of the topics discussed in the episode: Healthcare strike Nurses in Sweden launch first strike in 16 years European e…

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Is Iran using Swedish gangs in its proxy war with Israel? 20:06

2M ago20:06

20:06

Iran accused of deploying Swedish gangs, Ebba Busch sparks anger over Islam remarks, how Sweden can make immigrants feel more welcome on National Day? Host Paul O’Mahony is joined this week by regular panelists Richard Orange and James Savage. Here are links to some of the topics discussed in the episode: Iran Swedish security chiefs: Iran recruits…

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The Popperian Podcast #35 – David Edmonds – ‘Murder in the Vienna Circle’ 59:57

3M ago59:57

59:57

This episode of the Popperian Podcast features an interview that Jed Lea-Henry conducted with David Edmonds. They speak about David’s book The Murder of Professor Schlick: The Rise and Fall of the Vienna Circle Amazon.com: The Murder of Professor Schlick: The Rise and Fall of the Vienna Circle: 9780691164908: Edmonds, David: Books David Edmonds is …

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How can Sweden get more immigrants in leadership roles? 23:43

3M ago23:43

23:43

This week in Sweden in Focus: Nurses plan to strike, Sweden Democrats vow to keep on trolling, and how can Sweden combat discrimination? Host Paul O’Mahony is joined by The Local Sweden's editor Emma Löfgren and our Nordic correspondent Richard Orange. The episode also features interviews with Greg Fernando, the founder of New to Sweden, an organis…

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INTERVIEW - Sweden's labour migration clampdown will harm green transition: Green Party leader 39:14

3M ago39:14

39:14

In this week's Sweden in Focus Extra: Green Party joint leader Daniel Helldén on criticism of government climate policy, the EU elections, immigration and online attacks from far-right troll accounts. After a turbulent period for the party, the Greens recently put in place a new leadership duo: Daniel Helldén, previously vice mayor of Stockholm, an…

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Sweden Democrat troll factory scandal grows and Taylor Swift hits Stockholm 24:55

3M ago24:55

24:55

This week: Fallout from Sweden Democrat troll factory scandal, how Stockholm has prepared for Taylor Swift, excerpts from interview with Green Party leader Daniel Helldén. Host Paul O’Mahony is joined this week by The Local's Nordic correspondent, Richard Orange. The episode also features interviews with Dagens Nyheter's reporter Evelyn Jones, Stoc…

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18:57 parkrun to 71:11 HM in 12 months; from newbie to sub 2:25 marathon in 18 months 34:05

3M ago34:05

34:05

We examine how posh-boy James Whittington (36yrs - 3 young kids - big city job with long hours - only runs 4 times per week) has gone from newbie runner in May 2023 with 18:57 parkrun to 71:11 HM in 12 months and how he'll press on to run sub 2:25 in less than 18 months of running. James 'Rees-Mogg' Whittington's story will blow your mind...…

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How will lower interest rates affect your life in Sweden, and how likely is a 4-day week? 15:10

3M ago15:10

15:10

In this week's episode: Security fears and parties in Malmö for Eurovision, how lower interest rates affect people in Sweden, and Sweden Democrats get caught running a social media troll factory. -- Get Membership+ to listen to all The Local's podcasts Sign up now and get early, ad-free access to a full-length episode of the Sweden in Focus podcast…

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The Popperian Podcast #34 – Elliott Sober and Mehmet Elgin – ‘Karl Popper’s Changing Assessment of Evolutionary Theory’ 1:13:49

3M ago1:13:49

1:13:49

This episode of the Popperian Podcast features an interview that Jed Lea-Henry conducted with Elliott Sober and Mehmet Elgin. They speak about Karl Popper’s analysis of evolutionary theory, how it changed over time, what he saw in the theory which made it less than scientific, and what he got wrong. Elliott Sober is Hans Reichenbach Professor and W…

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Why do we get a day off for Ascension and who's the new joint leader of Sweden's Green Party? 12:57

4M ago12:57

12:57

In this week's episode: Ascension Day holiday, Nazis storm political meeting in Stockholm, preview of interview with gardening expert John Taylor, and who is the Green Party's new joint leader? -- Sign up now for Membership+ and get early, ad-free access to a full-length episode of the Sweden in Focus podcast every weekend, as well as Sweden in Foc…

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The Popperian Podcast #33 – Flavio Del Santo – ‘Karl Popper and the Foundations of Quantum Mechanics’ 1:15:35

4M ago1:15:35

1:15:35

This episode of the Popperian Podcast features an interview that Jed Lea-Henry conducted with Flavio Del Santo. They speak about Karl Popper’s changing theories about, and proposed experiments for, understanding the foundations of quantum mechanics, from his earliest publications and up until his death. Flavio Del Santo is Schrödinger Fellow at the…

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How can Sweden attract and retain skilled foreigners? 29:42

4M ago29:42

29:42

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Epping's Epic Sub 3 Endeavour 1:03:12

4M ago1:03:12

1:03:12

The Stablemaster speaks to Stablemate Duncan Epping about his epic endeavour to go sub 3hrs in Rotterdam.

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How a Swedish nepotism scandal highlights poor recruitment practices 17:05

4M ago17:05

17:05

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50 years of Abba, children’s residence permit row, Sweden regressing on rule of law 21:15

4M ago21:15

21:15

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Sub3 and Sub 230 marathons ft. Mark O Mahony 1:05:02

4M ago1:05:02

1:05:02

Spotlight on Mark O Mahony, going from 3:22 to sub 230 in one year. And, his colourful life.

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Gender law splits government and will there be a Swedish pope? 20:09

4M ago20:09

20:09

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Sub 3 and Sub 2:30 marathon training Episode 1 32:50

5M ago32:50

32:50

Warning: some adult content. We look at some Stablemates gunning for 2:30.

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How happy are Swedes? 15:12

5M ago15:12

15:12

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Intro to Sub3 & sub 2:30 marathons 33:02

5M ago33:02

33:02

The Stablemaster’s back with a bang. New season focuses on how to break 3hrs and 2:30 for the marathon with live case studies. We’ll look at people I’m coaching as they go after their big goals. Plus all the usual malarkey.

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Waffle Day, terror arrests, Christian Democrats and Sweden Democrats in war of words 16:00

5M ago16:00

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New migration numbers and why a Swedish kids' magazine ignores prudish parents 14:32

5M ago14:32

14:32

This week: New migration stats and a uniquely Swedish kids' magazine. Host Paul O’Mahony is joined by The Local's Becky Waterton and Richard Orange, and we also chat to the editor of KP, Lukas Björkman, about the children's magazine's enduringly popularity in a digital age and how to stay relevant by listening to children and ignoring parents. Here…

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INTERVIEW: 'Lots of kids growing up in Sweden are not allowed to feel Swedish' 43:27

5M ago43:27

43:27

How does someone who grew up in a Stockholm suburb become the leader of a traditionally agrarian party? Why is the party opposed to new work permit rules? And what's it like being Sweden's first culturally Muslim party leader? This and more in our interview with Centre Party leader Muharrem Demirok. In this bonus episode of our Sweden in Focus podc…

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'Better late than sorry' as Sweden joins Nato, and will Norwegians sing for Sweden? 22:32

5M ago22:32

22:32

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What do Swedes think of Russia and Ukraine? And bloodied 85-year-old beats ski record 18:06

6M ago18:06

18:06

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The dreaded orange envelope, book tips, and how will Nato membership change Sweden? 18:16

6M ago18:16

18:16

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What are the best tips for making friends in Sweden? 26:20

6M ago26:20

26:20

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Skiing tips, politics for immigrants, and plans for stiffer work permit rules 28:02

6M ago28:02

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What makes dating in Sweden so hard (and how to succeed)? 23:30

6M ago23:30

23:30

Why do many foreigners find dating in Sweden so tough, and what's the approach to take? Hear matchmaker Lemarc Thomas give his views on how to crack the Swedish dating scene. In this bonus episode of our Sweden in Focus podcast, host Paul O’Mahony is briefly joined by panelists James Savage and Becky Waterton, before we listen to an interview with …

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Semla bun frenzy, anti-Semitism in Sweden, and why a Gucci cap could get you frisked 24:08

6M ago24:08

24:08

In this week's episode: semla season, better conditions for Ukrainian refugees, why Sweden is closing its NordStream blast probe, freezer malfunction spoils decades of samples at a Swedish university, an alleged Iranian plot to kill Jews in Sweden, anti-Semitism in Sweden, and new details on stop-and-search zones. Host Paul O’Mahony is joined this …

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New work permit system, Macron's Sweden visit and who are the Sami? 27:10

7M ago27:10

27:10

In this week's episode: tougher rules for Sweden citizenship, French President Emanuel Macron's state visit to Sweden, new work permit system takes effect, and why Sweden needs to do more to promote understanding of indigenous Sami. Host Paul O’Mahony is joined by The Local’s Emma Löfgren and Becky Waterton, and we also have an interview with Charl…

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Top politician wants to ban Islamic symbols, and is Sweden prepared for cyber attacks? 29:43

7M ago29:43

29:43

In this week's episode: Ice bathing, Turkey's parliament votes on Sweden's Nato bid, top Sweden Democrat calls for ban on Islamic symbols, Sweden's complicated relationship with wolves, and how a cyber attack hit Swedish authorities and retailers. Host Paul O’Mahony is joined this week by The Local’s Emma Löfgren and James Savage, and we also have …

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Centre-right collapse explained, and why do Swedes drink so much coffee? 32:14

7M ago32:14

32:14

In this week's episode: why the centre-right has hit a new low in polls, cocaine at the Riskdag, the effects of growing unemployment and falling inflation, why opposition parties failed to depose Sweden's environment minister in a confidence vote, and why public sector workers are fuming over workplace coffee cuts. Here are links to some of the sto…

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Why are politicians warning 'there could be war in Sweden'? 22:36

7M ago22:36

22:36

This week we discuss: the official end of Christmas, snow-fueled chaos on the E22 motorway, royal abdication speculation, and why politicians and military leaders are warning of the prospect of war in Sweden. Richard Orange stands in as host this week and is joined by regular panelists: Becky Waterton and Emma Löfgren. Here are links to some of the…

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What's coming up in Sweden in 2024? 24:37

7M ago24:37

24:37

This week we take a look at the stories likely to shape Sweden in 2024, from politics and Nato to minority rights, Eurovision, and the economy. Host Paul O’Mahony is joined for the preview of 2024 by all our regular panelists: James Savage, Becky Waterton, Richard Orange and Emma Löfgren. Here are links to some of the stories we discuss: Politics W…

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