Best Dup Podcasts (2024)

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Political earthquake for the DUP as Ian Paisley Jnr loses seat in Northern Irish election 6:54

3d ago6:54

6:54

Alex Kane, Political Commentator and Former Communications Director with the Ulster Unionist Party.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Changes for the DUP and the rise of Keir Starmer's Labour 33:04

4d ago33:04

33:04

Mark Simpson, BBC News Correspondent; Ben Lowry, Editor of The Belfast Newsletter; Rory Montgomery, former Deputy Head of the Dept of Foreign Affairs; Lisa Chambers, Fianna Fáil Senator; Cian O'Callaghan, Social Democrats TD for Dublin Bay North; Lynn Boylan, Sinn Féin MEP for DublinBy RTÉ Radio 1

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General Election NI: DUP disaster – Paisley loses North Antrim, Lagan Valley falls 14:39

5d ago14:39

14:39

The DUP have suffered a series of defeats in the general election including Ian Paisley's North Antrim seat. Alliance have won Lagan Valley with Sorcha Eastwood but lost North Down and Stephen Farry. In a great night for them, Sinn Féin have held all their seats comfortably. SDLP hold their seats. The UUP's Robin Swan wins South Antrim Hosted on Ac…

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View from Stormont: DUP and Sinn Féin leader interviews 51:37

22d ago51:37

51:37

On today's episode, we continue our series of interviews with the party leaders ahead of the July fourth General Election.You'll hear from the DUP Leader Gavin Robinson, and Sinn Féin Vice President Michelle O'Neill. As the latest opinion polls point towards a massive win for Labour in Britain, just what are we to make of that and the return of Nig…

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Ian Paisley: At just 57, what will ex-MP do after shock defeat? 29:04

11h ago29:04

29:04

Sam McBride on why Ian Paisley Jr lost his seat and if this is truly the end of Paisleyism. And could he head off and work for Farage or even Trump? Host: Ciarán Dunbar Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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View from Stormont: General Election debrief 48:28

1d ago48:28

48:28

On today's episode, Keir Starmer has been on his first visit here as Prime Minister. He says he will end instability in relations between the UK and Ireland, and claimed he could get a better deal with the EU. As we catch our breath after the seismic General Election results, we talk to several of the parties and hear from the new TUV MP Jim Allist…

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Interview with Gina Alice 44:41

1d ago44:41

44:41

We had the pleasure of interviewing Gina Alice over Zoom video! International star, accomplished pianist, and dynamic vocalist Gina Alice shares her debut single “Slo-Mo” available now. It stands out as her first release for Republic Records, following her recent signing to the label. Listen to “Slo-Mo” HERE. Known worldwide for her impressive inst…

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From "Fenian Fitt" to "Fitt the Brit", the enigma of the SDLP founder Gerry Fitt 39:15

3d ago39:15

39:15

Gerry Fitt was once political giant, but he ended up in obscurity, sitting in the House of Lords as a baron. Once described as ‘Fenian Fitt’ he ended up with more unionist views, derided as ‘Fitt the Brit’. Who really was Gerry Fitt and what is the story behind his political journey? Ciarán Dunbar is joined by Dr Michael A Murphy, author of ‘Gerry …

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172. British & NI Elections, Gaza, Pilot Strikes 47:06

3d ago47:06

47:06

This week on the podcast, Clare and Michelle are joined by Stiofán O Nualláin to discuss Northern Ireland and British Elections Imperialist Labour Party Gaza Genocide Garda Violence Pilot Strikes Mass evictions from Direct Provision Centres & Much More!

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Former female footballers speak out over alleged unwanted sexual advances made by FAI coaches in the 1990s 7:25

3d ago7:25

7:25

Aoife Hegarty, Deputy Editor of RTÉ Investigates.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Joe Biden defiantly states he will continue to run for president amid heavy criticism 6:54

3d ago6:54

6:54

Bob Schmuhl, Emiritas Professor of American Studies at the University of Notre Dame.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Keir Starmer appointed as British Prime Minister 20:17

3d ago20:17

20:17

Minister of State for European Affairs, Jennifer Carroll MacNeill, Jon Tonge, Professor of Politics at the University of Liverpool & Philip Blond, Former Advisor to David Cameron.By RTÉ Radio 1

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France on the brink of electing first far right government since WWII as second round of voting commences 9:41

3d ago9:41

9:41

RTÉ's Karen Creed & Dr. Elodie Fabre who lectures in Politics and International Studies at Queens University Belfast.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Biden says only 'Lord Almighty' could oust him from race 4:32

4d ago4:32

4:32

Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer in University of Galway; Lisa Chambers, Fianna Fáil Senator; Cian O'Callaghan, Social Democrats TD for Dublin Bay North; Lynn Boylan, Sinn Féin MEP for DublinBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Will we be heading to the polls before Christmas? 9:33

4d ago9:33

9:33

Lisa Chambers, Fianna Fáil Senator; Cian O'Callaghan, Social Democrats TD for Dublin Bay North; Lynn Boylan, Sinn Féin MEP for DublinBy RTÉ Radio 1

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The aftermath 1:14:16

5d ago1:14:16

1:14:16

The 2024 General Election brought a new government and a new political landscape in Northern Ireland. Paul Clark presents our special election programme and is joined by UTV Political Editor Tracey Magee, Pete Shirlow, David McCann and Deirdre Heenan for an in-depth look at the results.By ITV News

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Suzanne Breen: Fantastic election for Jim Allister, Robin Swann and Sorcha Eastwood 19:54

5d ago19:54

19:54

A quiet general election campaign turned into an incredible results night resulting in seismic changes. The Belfast Telegraph’s political editor Suzanne Breen gives her assessment of the General Election results in Northern Ireland. Host: Ciarán Dunbar Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Election results night listen - the shocks and surprises to look out for across NI 10:31

6d ago10:31

10:31

Carol Jordan is joined by UTV's Political Editor Tracey Magee to look at the key battle grounds as counting gets underway in the 2024 General Election. You can watch this here.By ITV News

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Jeffrey Donaldson: Sex abuse case goes to trial as charges increase to 18 17:41

7d ago17:41

17:41

Sir Jeffrey Donaldson will return to court in the autumn to formally answer historical sex offence charges. He and his wife Lady Eleanor appeared in Court in Newry on Wednesday morning. The number of charges he faces is now 18 - an increase of seven alleged offences since his last appearance in court. Ciarán Dunbar spoke to Liam Tunney and Allison …

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General Election ’24: BelTel / LucidTalk polls show strong SDLP and Alliance but DUP struggling 37:18

8d ago37:18

37:18

NI will elect 18 new MPs on Thursday. Most of the seats seem easy to predict but the pre-election Belfast Telegraph / LucidTalk poll suggests there will be some really close battles, most involving Alliance. Ciarán Dunbar is joined by Bill White from Lucid Talk, political commentator Alex Kane, and former election manager with the SDLP - Ray Kenned…

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The Falls Road Curfew: The raid on the Official IRA which turned west Belfast against the British Army 27:28

10d ago27:28

27:28

On the 3rd of July 1970 the British Army sealed off the lower Falls. A ‘curfew’ is announced. Troops go in, searching for IRA weapons. But the use of CS gas, houses being wrecked, looted even, turns the population against them. Four people died. The Official IRA decided to fight what they called ‘The Battle of the Falls’. The army seized weapons bu…

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International Congress on Obesity in Sao Paulo warns against 'ultra-processed food' 6:59

10d ago6:59

6:59

Professor Donal O'Shea, Consultant Endocrinologist and HSE's National Clinical Lead for Obesity.By RTÉ Radio 1

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New York Times editorial board urges US President Joe Biden to drop out of election following debate with Donald Trump 3:17

10d ago3:17

3:17

Niall Stannage, White House Columnist at the Hill.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Labour on course for huge majority with UK General Election only days away 6:35

10d ago6:35

6:35

Dr. Kathryn Simpson, Associate Professor of Politics & Economics at Keele University in Staffordshire.By RTÉ Radio 1

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French voters head to the polls in first round of snap legislative election 8:19

10d ago8:19

8:19

Our Europe Editor Tony Connelly & Professor John O'Brennan, Jean Monnet Chair in European Integration and Director of the Maynooth Centre for European and Eurasian Studies.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Industrial Action by Aer Lingus pilots leads to the cancellation of 120 flights for over 17,000 passengers 5:02

10d ago5:02

5:02

Eoghan Corry, Owner of Travel Xtra Magazine.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Over 600,000 descend on Dublin for major events including Taylor Swift, Longitude Festival and more 6:06

10d ago6:06

6:06

Our Reporter Gavin O’Callaghan.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Luas marks 20 years of operation 7:00

10d ago7:00

7:00

Peter Walsh, CEO of Transport Infrastructure Ireland.By RTÉ Radio 1

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RSA goes before the Public Accounts Committee after warning their current funding model isn't sustainable 7:44

10d ago7:44

7:44

PAC Member and Fine Gael TD Ciarán Cannon.By RTÉ Radio 1

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171. Reviewing the EU and local elections 2024 53:54

10d ago53:54

53:54

This week Dave and Conor take a look at the EU and local elections where they review the performance of the parties, the media campaign and the strategies of the left. They also discuss, where to next... where will "left unity" come from?

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The eight hour work stoppage by Aer Lingus pilots comes to an end 7:47

11d ago7:47

7:47

Elllie Donnelly, Business Journalist with The Business Post; Martin Heydon, Minister of State at Dept of Agriculture, Food & Marine; Peadar Tóibín, Aontú leader and TD for Meath West; Claire Kerrane, Sinn Féin TD for Roscommon-GalwayBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Should those who serve under the Irish flag be held to a higher standard? 29:56

11d ago29:56

29:56

Paulyn Marrinan-Quinn, the first Ombudsman of the Defence Forces; Martin Heydon, Minister of State at Dept of Agriculture, Food & Marine; Peadar Tóibín, Aontú leader and TD for Meath West; Claire Kerrane, Sinn Féin TD for Roscommon-GalwayBy RTÉ Radio 1

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The influential Irish figures who are the closest confidantes of Keir Starmer 13:05

11d ago13:05

13:05

Mark Paul, London Correspondent with the Irish Times; Martin Heydon, Minister of State at Dept of Agriculture, Food & Marine; Peadar Tóibín, Aontú leader and TD for Meath West; Claire Kerrane, Sinn Féin TD for Roscommon-GalwayBy RTÉ Radio 1

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BONUS: Taylor Swift - The dark side of fandom 25:59

11d ago25:59

25:59

As Taylor Swift brings her Eras Tour to Ireland, we look at how her fans have made her a global success and created an army of followers - some of which have become a threatening force. Host: Ellen Coyne Guests: John Meagher & Clare Martin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Interview with The Warning 39:56

11d ago39:56

39:56

We had the pleasure of interviewing The Warning over Zoom video! The rock sister-trio from Monterrey, Mexico, The Warning, proudly present their much-anticipated new full-length album, Keep Me Fed [LAVA/Republic Records], out now! Listen HERE. Physical products are available at RepublicRecords.com, featuring CDs, vinyl, t-shirts, and fan packs [CD/…

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View from Stormont: Smaller party General Election interviews 47:08

12d ago47:08

47:08

On today's episode, we continue our series of interviews ahead of the General Election. You will hear from representatives of the TUV, People Before Profit, the Green Party, Aontu and the Conservatives. With just a week left until polling day, we'll get the national picture from Westminster with Talk TV's Peter Cardwell and the Daily Mirror's Kevin…

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‘Walter Mittys’: Why men like Nick Adderley lie about military careers, and Northern Ireland's 'Walts' 26:47

13d ago26:47

26:47

A ‘Walter Mitty’ is someone who lies about, or exaggerates, their military service. Being a so-called ‘Walt’ is technically legal in the UK but vigilante ‘Walt hunter’ groups campaigning for legislation against it. Northern Ireland has its fair share of fantasists including one fake cop who called for back-up. Why do they do it, and are they really…

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Nigel Farage: The controversial politician’s near-death experiences, failed campaigns, and what he thinks of Northern Ireland 25:21

15d ago25:21

25:21

The man once known as the face of Brexit is back. Nigel Farage claims that after the election, his party Reform UK will be the head of opposition in parliament. He has stood for parliament 7 unsuccessful times, been member of three different parties, and had three near-death experiences along the way. How did Nigel Farage get here, can he win this …

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Sam McBride grills Alliance’s Stephen Farry as he fights to keep North Down 44:21

16d ago44:21

44:21

Sam McBride sat down with Stephen Farry, asking him the tough questions on his vision for North Down, on his views about gender issues and why his his first worlds in Westminster were in Irish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Interview with Your Future Ghost 59:50

15d ago59:50

59:50

We had the pleasure of interviewing Your Future Ghost over Zoom video! Your Future Ghost is the new synth pop/rock musical project of Billboard-charting singer/songwriter, musician and actress Kate Voegele and the multifaceted songwriter, producer, composer and actor Michael Grubbs. The duo first met on the set, acting in the popular CW hit TV seri…

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The UTV Election Debate - who came out on top? 12:05

16d ago12:05

12:05

Nathan Hanna is in our press room following the UTV Election Debate. He is joined by political commentator Dr David McCann, Suzanne Breen Political Editor of the Belfast Telegraph and UTV Political Editor Tracey Magee. They discuss the performance of each of those taking part in the debate and who came out on top.…

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West Belfast UDA Boss Mo Courtney and the £10,000 extortion of Shankill ‘Granny Bingo’ 16:54

17d ago16:54

16:54

Convicted Killer and West Belfast UDA boss Mo Courtney has blamed on trying to extort cash from a local pensioner who runs an online ‘granny bingo’. Loyalist sources say Courtney ‘fined’ the organiser of the illegal online game £10,000 and ordered her to pay him £100 per week protection money. Courtney, who denies any links to criminality, accused …

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Northern Irish Elections to commence on July 4th with 18 Westminster seats up for grabs 8:33

17d ago8:33

8:33

Journalist Amanda Ferguson & Columnist and Political Commentator, Alex Kane.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Aer Lingus cancel 244 flights amid industrial action from pilots 17:17

17d ago17:17

17:17

Fiona Meehan Togher, General Manager at Carne Golf Links in Belmullet, County Mayo Marcus Dowling, Senior Council & Barrister Specialising in Industrial Action and Strikes Mark Tighe, President of the Irish Airline Pilots' AssociationBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Education Minister Norma Foley on new initiative to tackle bullying in schools 11:26

17d ago11:26

11:26

Minister for Education, Norma Foley.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Russian strike on residential building in Kharkiv injures over 50 people and kills two 7:26

17d ago7:26

7:26

Professor of Politics at DCU, Donnacha Ó Beacháin.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Protesters condemn soldier who attacked Natasha O'Brien after receiving fully suspended sentence 5:29

17d ago5:29

5:29

Diane Byrne, Retired Army Captain & part of the Women of Honour Group.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Defence Forces begins internal proceedings after soldier's conviction 17:29

18d ago17:29

17:29

Malcolm Noonan, Minister of State for Heritage & Electoral Reform; Duncan Smith, Labour TD for Dublin Fingal; Marian Harkin, Independent TD for Sligo-LeitrimBy RTÉ Radio 1

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120 Aer Lingus flights cancelled for next Saturday 12:08

18d ago12:08

12:08

Claire Dunne, Irish Travel Agents Association; Malcolm Noonan, Minister of State for Heritage & Electoral Reform; Duncan Smith, Labour TD for Dublin Fingal; Marian Harkin, Independent TD for Sligo-LeitrimBy RTÉ Radio 1

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The Green Party asks its 4000 members to select a new leader 9:35

18d ago9:35

9:35

Malcolm Noonan, Minister of State for Heritage & Electoral Reform; Duncan Smith, Labour TD for Dublin Fingal; Marian Harkin, Independent TD for Sligo-LeitrimBy RTÉ Radio 1

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