Frank Mitchell is your host for the weekday Phone-In programme. Listen back to past broadcasts full of chat, advice, guests, discussion, music and lots more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5068: LISTEN¦ Tigger (aka Damian McCullough) is back again to cheer on the Orchard County in Sunday's All-Ireland Final - for a great cause. He called in to chat to Frank
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Tigger (aka Damian McCullough) is back again to cheer on the Orchard County in Sunday's All-Ireland Final - for a great cause. He called in to chat to Frank Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5067: LISTEN¦ Girls as young as 11 are developing anxiety around their appearance and planning future cosmetic procedures - Frank spoke to Save Face campaigner Ashton Collins and ex-showbiz reporter Kim ...
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Girls as young as 11 are developing anxiety around their appearance and planning future cosmetic procedures - Frank spoke to Save Face campaigner Ashton Collins and ex-showbiz reporter Kim Kelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5066: LISTEN¦ How do you deal with anxiety? Can you escape the prison of past memories? Deirdre Maguire spoke to Frank and gave some useful tips
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How do you deal with anxiety? Can you escape the prison of past memories? Deirdre Maguire spoke to Frank and gave some useful tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5065: LISTEN¦ Should zero hours contracts be banned? As economy minister Conor Murphy is expected to outlaw them, Frank got the thoughts of Unison rep Conor McCarthy
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Should zero hours contracts be banned? As economy minister Conor Murphy is expected to outlaw them, Frank got the thoughts of Unison rep Conor McCarthy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5064: LISTEN¦ Do 'real' men cry? Deirdre Maguire talked to Frank about the taboo of tears
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Do 'real' men cry? Deirdre Maguire talked to Frank about the taboo of tears Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5063: LISTEN¦ Grammy-nominated singer songwriters Keith and Kristyn Getty talk to Frank about hearing their music sung in churches worldwide and returning for a homecoming arena show at Christmas
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Grammy-nominated singer songwriters Keith and Kristyn Getty talk to Frank about hearing their music sung in churches worldwide, performing with country legends and returning for a homecoming arena show at Christmas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5062: LISTEN¦ 'Community, connection, the opportunity to sing' - Becky Bellamy from charity Show Some Love, told Frank about the new non-religious Sunday Services at their city centre site
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'Community, connection, the opportunity to sing' - Becky Bellamy from charity Show Some Love, told Frank about the new non-religious Sunday Services at their city centre site Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5061: LISTEN¦ 'They put my brother into an early grave and have still not paid a penny' - campaigner Margaret McGuckin spoke to Frank about her struggle to get the religious orders involved in historical ...
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'They put my brother into an early grave and have still not paid a penny' - campaigner Margaret McGuckin spoke to Frank about her struggle to get the religious orders involved in historical abuse to contribute to a compensation scheme Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5060: LISTEN¦ After selling out the Grand Opera House in record time, the Shamrock Tenors called in to chat to Frank, ahead of their return to the Belfast venue and shows in Derry's Millennium Forum and ...
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After selling out the Grand Opera House in record time, the Shamrock Tenors called in to chat to Frank, ahead of their return to the Belfast venue and shows in Derry's Millennium Forum and gigs in the US Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5059: LISTEN¦ 'For young people with disabilities, when they turn 19 it's quite bleak, it's like a cliff-edge' - ahead of a protest, Alma White, whose son Caleb has autism, OCD and ADHD, told Frank about ...
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'For young people with disabilities, when they turn 19 it's quite bleak, it's like a cliff-edge' - ahead of a protest, Alma White, whose son Caleb has autism, OCD and ADHD, told Frank about the need for legal backing for SEN provision Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5058: LISTEN¦ Belfast has named its first Night Time Czar - Michael Stewart - what should his priorities be, as he takes up the role?
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Belfast has named its first Night Time Czar - Michael Stewart - what should his priorities be, as he takes up the role? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5057: LISTEN¦ Have we become a nation of 'side-hustlers'? A new study found nearly half of us now has a second income stream. Frank spoke to Maire, who turned her love of learning into a successful business ...
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Have we become a nation of 'side-hustlers'? A new study found nearly half of us now has a second income stream. Frank spoke to Maire, who turned her love of learning into a successful business Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5056: LISTEN¦ Dave Elliott talked to Frank about his new Roleplay tour, his 'smashing' appearances in Blue Lights and his comedy influences
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Dave Elliott talked to Frank about his new Roleplay tour, his 'smashing' appearances in Blue Lights and his comedy influences Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5055: LISTEN¦ Are men who work from home pulling their weight when it comes to housework? If not, why? Prof Heejung Chung from Kings College London says it may be because they're 'protecting their masculinity ...
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Are men who work from home pulling their weight when it comes to housework? If not, why not? Prof Heejung Chung from Kings College London says it may be because they're 'protecting their masculinity' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5054: LISTEN¦ The Narrow Water Bridge project has been decades in the making, but work has finally begun. Frank spoke to Jim Boylan, from the Narrow Water Bridge Community Network, about how it could transform ...
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The Narrow Water Bridge project has been decades in the making, but work has finally begun. Frank spoke to Jim Boylan, from the Narrow Water Bridge Community Network, about how it could transform the region Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5053: LISTEN¦ It's an award-winning (sort of) episode of U105 of the Best this week - featuring Miss Northern Ireland, poll-topping movies, gig reviews and even some live in-studio performances!
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It's an award-winning (sort of) episode of U105 of the Best this week - featuring Miss Northern Ireland, poll-topping movies, gig reviews and even some live in-studio performances! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5052: LISTEN¦ Is Donald Trump still the favourite to be the next US President, despite his convictions? Frank spoke to Dr Stefan Andreasson from QUB and Greg Swenson, from Republicans Overseas UK
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Is Donald Trump still the favourite to be the next US President, despite his convictions? Frank spoke to Dr Stefan Andreasson from QUB and Greg Swenson, from Republicans Overseas UK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5051: LISTEN¦ 'I want to be an advocate for my nursing family' New Miss NI Hannah Johns talked to Frank about the causes close to her heart as she begins her reign, as well as looking forward to Miss World ...
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'I want to be an advocate for my nursing family' New Miss NI Hannah Johns talked to Frank about the causes close to her heart as she begins her reign, as well as looking forward to taking part in Miss World and her proud dad, rugby legend Paddy Johns Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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5050: LISTEN¦ It's Friday...you know that that means! The legendary Dionne Warwick graces this week's U105 of the Best, alongside our regular dose of quizzing, banter, pop culture and more from Northern ...
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5050: LISTEN¦ It's Friday...you know that that means! The legendary Dionne Warwick graces this week's U105 of the Best, alongside our regular dose of quizzing, banter, pop culture and more from Northern Ireland's Best Mix! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5049: LISTEN¦ Venus Williams is to be immortalised as a Barbie Doll. Which Northern Irish woman deserves the honour? Should Barbie still be considered a role model?
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Venus Williams is to be immortalised as a Barbie Doll. Which Northern Irish woman deserves the honour? Should Barbie still be considered a role model? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5048: LISTEN¦ 'If we get what we ask for it will turbocharge our economy' Peter McVerry spoke to major industry figures from InterTrade Ireland, as they put the case for Northern Ireland at Westminster ...
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'If we get what we ask for it will turbocharge our economy' Peter McVerry spoke to major industry figures from InterTrade Ireland, as they put the case for Northern Ireland at Westminster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5047: LISTEN¦ We could see driverless cars on the road in just two years, after a new law regulating them was passed. Would you buy one? A YouGov poll found 2/3 wouldn't feel safe. Frank spoke to Brian ...
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We could see driverless cars on the road in just two years, after a new law was passed to regulate them. Would you buy one? A YouGov poll found 2/3 wouldn't feel safe. Frank spoke to Brian Gregory from the Alliance of British Drivers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5046: LISTEN¦ If your neighbour has an eyesore in their garden or on their house, should you be able to have it removed? Frank got the thoughts of writer Fionola Meredith
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If your neighbour has an eyesore in their garden or on their house, should you be able to have it removed? Frank got the thoughts of writer Fionola Meredith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5045: LISTEN¦ Toy boys or older men? Anne Hathaway's new film 'The Idea of You' sees the main character in a relationship with a much younger man. Is it all it's cracked up to be? Frank spoke to showbiz ...
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Toy boys or older men? Anne Hathaway's new film 'The Idea of You' sees the main character in a relationship with a much younger man. Is it all it's cracked up to be? Frank spoke to showbiz journalist Kim Kelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5044: LISTEN¦ Would a cash incentive help you lose weight? An NHS pilot scheme offered participants £400 to lose 10% of their body weight in a year - would it work for you? Frank talked to top trainer ...
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Would a cash incentive help you lose weight? An NHS pilot scheme offered participants £400 to lose 10% of their body weight in a year - would it work for you? Frank talked to top trainer Alan Waterman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5043: LISTEN¦ Too posh to pick up? Are the types of litter we see changing and why are some people reluctant to lift their rubbish? Frank spoke to behavioural scientist Rachael Singleton
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Too posh to pick up? Are the types of litter we see changing and why are some people reluctant to lift their rubbish? Frank spoke to behavioural scientist Rachael Singleton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5042: LISTEN¦ Are Facebook groups aimed at protecting women from toxic men, by naming and shaming them, doing more harm than good? Frank spoke to cyber security expert Wayne Denner & Carey Baxter from ...
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Are Facebook groups aimed at protecting women from toxic men, by naming and shaming them, doing more harm than good? Frank spoke to cyber security expert Wayne Denner & Carey Baxter from Mens Alliance NI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5041: LISTEN¦ Irish Cup Winners, Eurovision hopefuls, green fingers, midgies and MILFs all make the cut in this week's U105 of the Best!
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Irish Cup Winners, Eurovision hopefuls, green fingers, midgies and MILFs all make the cut in this week's U105 of the Best! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5040: LISTEN¦ Would you break up with your partner if they earned a lot more money than you? Chef James Martin has revealed that James Bond heiress Barbara Broccoli's millions created a rift in their relationship ...
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Would you break up with your partner if they earned a lot more money than you? Chef James Martin has revealed that James Bond heiress Barbara Broccoli's millions created a rift in their relationship Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5040: Listen¦ Electro legends, cutting-edge comedians, top actors, taps aff and tough questions - it can only be another edition of U105 of the Best!
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Electro legends, cutting-edge comedians, top actors, taps aff and tough questions - it can only be another edition of U105 of the Best! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5039: LISTEN¦ Should the Gaza conflict be taught to children in schools? Irish organisation 'Teachers for Palestine' is calling for a two-week course to raise awareness of recent events
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Should the Gaza conflict be taught to children in schools? Irish organisation 'Teachers for Palestine' is calling for a two-week course to raise awareness of recent events Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5038: LISTEN¦ One year temporary exemption certificates are being issued to tackle the MOT backlog, but are bigger changes needed to make the system work? Frank spoke to Alliance's infrastructure spokesman ...
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One year temporary exemption certificates are being issued to tackle the MOT backlog, but are bigger changes needed to make the system work? Frank spoke to Alliance's infrastructure spokesman Peter McReynolds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5037: LISTEN¦ Is cancel culture making comedy better? Comic Joe Lycett claims it's making the industry more 'inclusive' - but is it funnier? Frank spoke to Fionola Meredith
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Is cancel culture making comedy better? Comic Joe Lycett claims it's making the industry more 'inclusive' - but is it funnier? Frank spoke to Fionola Meredith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5037: LISTEN¦ Belfast has been named as one of the worst UK cities for a night out - is that fair? Frank spoke to the SDLP's Séamas de Faoite who has been campaigning for the appointment of a Night-Time ...
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Belfast has been named as one of the worst UK cities for a night out - is that fair? Frank spoke to the SDLP's Séamas de Faoite who has been campaigning for the appointment of a Night-Time Czar Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5036: LISTEN¦ How well did Northern Ireland's politicians deal with the Pandemic? The Covid Inquiry starts in Belfast this week - Frank spoke to Brenda Doherty from the Families for Justice Group
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How well did Northern Ireland's politicians deal with the Pandemic? The Covid Inquiry starts in Belfast this week - Frank spoke to Brenda Doherty from the Families for Justice Group Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5035: LISTEN¦ Is hayfever tormenting you? What's the best way to treat it and how can you tell if you just have a cold? Dr Alan Stout gave us some tips
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Is hayfever tormenting you? What's the best way to treat it and how can you tell if you just have a cold? Dr Alan Stout gave us some tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5034: LISTEN¦ Are fear or self-doubt stopping you getting what you want? Deirdre Maguire talks to Frank about how to conquer your fears
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Are fear or self-doubt stopping you getting what you want? Deirdre Maguire talks to Frank about how to conquer your fears Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5033: LISTEN¦ Is it okay for parents to have a favourite child? A YouGov poll found that two-thirds who admit to having a favourite prefer the youngest. Frank got the thoughts of Kim Kelly
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Is it okay for parents to have a favourite child? A YouGov poll found that two-thirds who admit to having a favourite prefer the youngest. Frank got the thoughts of Kim Kelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5032: LISTEN¦ Should you let your kids try alcohol at home? The World Health Organisation has pin-pointed the UK as having a problem with underage drinking. Do we need to reassess our culture around alcohol ...
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Should you let your kids try alcohol at home? The World Health Organisation has pin-pointed the UK as having a problem with underage drinking. Do we need to reassess our culture around alcohol? Frank talked to nutritionist Sal Hanvey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5031: LISTEN¦ Older people's brain power is catching up with the young. New research has found generational IQ gains have plateaued. Frank spoke to lead researcher Prof Stephen Badham from Nottingham Trent ...
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Older people's brain power is catching up with the young. New research has found generational IQ gains have plateaued. Frank spoke to lead researcher Prof Stephen Badham from Nottingham Trent University Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5030: LISTEN¦ It's Friday...you know what that means - U105 of the Best is back with the best of the week from U105! Short men, long albums, green fingers, spandex and scammers all make it in to this week ...
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5030: LISTEN¦ It's Friday...you know what that means - U105 of the Best is back with the best of the week from U105! Short men, long albums, green fingers, spandex and scammers all make it in to this week's show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5029: LISTEN¦ Is this art? The Turner Prize has had some unusual entries, but who decides what is art and whether it has any creative merit? Frank spoke to Malachi O'Doherty and took calls from listeners ...
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Is this art? The Turner Prize has had some unusual entries, but who decides what is art and whether it has any creative merit? Frank spoke to Malachi O'Doherty and took calls from listeners Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5028: LISTEN¦ Is there anything out there? You could help to find out, by getting involved in the citizen science project Planet Hunters - Sean O'Brien from QUB told us more
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Is there anything out there? You could help to find out, by getting involved in the citizen science project Planet Hunters - Sean O'Brien from QUB told us more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5027: LISTEN¦ Netflix series Baby Reindeer has people talking about stalking, but what should you do if you think you're being stalked? Frank spoke to Rhonda Lusty from MAPNI as it's revealed 300 have ...
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Netflix series Baby Reindeer has people talking about stalking, but what should you do if you think you're being stalked? Frank spoke to Rhonda Lusty from MAPNI as it's revealed 300 have been arrested since a law took effect two years ago Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5026: LISTEN¦ Predators are targeting children as young as three for online grooming, according to a new report. Cyber safety expert Wayne Denner talked to Frank about how to keep your kids safe on the ...
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Predators are targeting children as young as three for online grooming, according to a new report. Cyber safety expert Wayne Denner talked to Frank about how to keep your kids safe on the internet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5025: LISTEN¦ How would you feel if someone sat next to you on an empty bus? Thousands of people responded after a woman went viral, sharing her experience of being on a bus in London. Frank spoke to Kim ...
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How would you feel if someone sat next to you on an empty bus? Thousands of people responded after a woman went viral, sharing her experience of being on a bus in London. Frank spoke to Kim Kelly and got the thoughts of listeners Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5024: LISTEN¦ Other countries have ditched school uniforms - should NI follow suit? Frank spoke to Alliance education spokesperson Nick Mathison about the role uniforms can play and the problems with the ...
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Other countries have ditched school uniforms - should NI follow suit? Frank spoke to Alliance education spokesperson Nick Mathison about the role uniforms can play and the problems with the current system Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5023: LISTEN¦ 'We need to be thinking about disease prevention rather than crisis management' - Dr Carla Devlin and nutritionist Sal Hanvey talk about Bodytalk Live - a health conference being held in ...
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'We need to be thinking about disease prevention rather than crisis management' - Dr Carla Devlin and nutritionist Sal Hanvey talk about the purpose behind Bodytalk Live - a health conference being held in Belfast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5022: LISTEN¦ Should smacking children be banned? The Royal College of Pediatrics has called for an end to 'unjust and dangerous' physical punishment. Frank spoke to @ParentingNI interim CEO Koulla Yiasouma ...
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Should smacking children be banned? The Royal College of Pediatrics has called for an end to 'unjust and dangerous' physical punishment. Frank spoke to @ParentingNI interim CEO Koulla Yiasouma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5021: LISTEN¦ Is going to university still worth it? The head of UK Universities has warned a funding crisis could see fees rise. Frank talked to Dr Fionola Meredith and Richard Kirk from Workplus
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Is going to university still worth it? The head of UK Universities has warned a funding crisis could see fees rise. Frank talked to Dr Fionola Meredith and Richard Kirk from Workplus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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