Best Leroy Leese Podcasts (2024)

The Aer Lingus College Football Classic will be taking place at the Aviva Stadium later on today. John Antony, co-founder of the Aer Lingus College Football Classics & Ty Henry, Captain and Quarterback of the Dublin Rebels join Anton to preview the festivities.

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Reflecting on the Democratic National Convention 4:26

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Democrats Abroad Ireland has set an ambitious goal of registering 10,000 voters for the upcoming US Presidential election. Patti Schnably Shields, Chair of Democrats Abroad Ireland joins Anton to discuss this and to reflect on the Democratic National Convention which took place this week.

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Should we keep our windows closed to keep spiders out? 11:35

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Broadcaster, author, and wildlife expert Eanna Ni Lamhna joins Anton to chat about what we can do to keep spiders out of the house as the weather begins to get a bit cooler.

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What's Going on with John Lee & Michelle Murphy 26:22

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Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Michelle Murphy, Research and Policy Analyst at Social Justice Ireland & John Lee, Executive Editor of the Daily Mail Group.

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What can we expect from the new Dublin City Transport Plan? 6:41

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The first of the measures contained in the adopted Dublin City Transport Plan will come into effect from the 25th of August 2024. Anton is joined by Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor with the Sunday Independent to discuss this.

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In conversation with Phil Healy 14:04

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For Team Ireland the Paris Olympics was the most successful ever Games with seven medals in total - four gold, three bronze - not to mention 26 top-10 finishes. One of the athletes in amongst it all representing Ireland on the athletics track was Phil Healy - she joins Anton to talk about the experience.…

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'Heinz Meanz Mealz' & the importance of shared mealtimes for families 12:12

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Heinz and Barnardos have teamed up again to support vulnerable families in Ireland with the launch of their limited-edition 'Heinz Meanz Mealz' Beanz three-packs. As part of the campaign research commissioned by Heinz has shed light on the important role of shared mealtimes in fostering connections and happiness for families. Joining Anton to discu…

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Looking ahead to the Democratic National Convention with Alastair Campbell 20:27

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The Democratic National Convention starts tomorrow August 19th and will run until August 22nd. Joining Anton to discuss what we might expect this coming week and beyond is writer, communicator, and strategist, Alastair Campbell.

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Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel August 18th 45:10

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Joining Anton to discuss the main stories in the Sunday papers is political commentator, Ursula Ní Shabhais; Paul Reid, Chair of the Citizens Assembly on Drug Use and Former HSE Chief; and Craig Hughes, Political Editor of the Irish Daily Mail.

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In conversation with Amanda Cassidy 11:24

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Joining Anton 'In conversation' this week is author and journalist, Amanda Cassidy whose latest book is The Perfect Place.

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Ask The Expert: Legal Advice 16:23

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Joining Anton for this week's installment of Ask The Expert is Sonia McEntee, Principal Solicitor at Sonia McEntee Solicitors and Chair of the Law Society PR Committee. 

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What does the future hold for streaming services? 11:26

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With the many different streaming services available to us, it seems like we have never had more choice when it comes to our viewing pleasure. But with millions, and in some cases billions, being pumped into shows that are met with apathy if not derision upon release, are we about to see the streaming bubble burst? Darren Mooney, author, writer, an…

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Tackling the plight of commonly misheard sayings & phrases 12:35

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If you are someone that annoys your family and friends with your mishearing of sayings then you are not alone. According to new research by Specsavers, one in ten of us have been mishearing certain words, sayings, and phrases for our entire lives. Former Conservative MP, writer, broadcaster and famous wordsmith, Gyles Brandreth is on a mission to s…

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What's Going on with Mark Hennessy & Bianca Luykx 19:39

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Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Mark Hennessy, Ireland and Britain editor of The Irish Times & Bianca Luykx, Editor-in-chief of VIP Magazine.

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Day one of Electric Picnic 2024 13:13

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More than 70,000 people are waking up in fields in Co Laois this morning after day one of Electric Picnic. One man who was there but woke up in the comfort of his own bed is our reporter, Josh Crosbie. He joins Anton to tell him how it all went.

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In conversation with Lorraine Keane 17:39

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Filling in for Anton this weekend, Dermot had a conversation with Lorraine Keane, well-known broadcaster, journalist, and founder of Lorraine Keane’s Fashion Relief. Lorraine, best known for her time on TV3’s Xposé, had made a tremendous impact beyond the screen, raising over a million euros for charities across Ireland. Dermot discussed her journe…

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Why Are We Lonelier Than Ever in a Connected World? 18:01

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Dermot Whelan, filling in for Anton this weekend, welcomed Dr. Mark Rowe, a family doctor with a special interest in positive health lifestyle medicine and burnout prevention. Loneliness had emerged as a rapidly growing global health issue, which seemed unusual given the increase in online friends and followers. Dr. Rowe explored the impact of lone…

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Is Media Coverage Fuelling the Rise of Riots? 10:13

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Filling in for Anton this weekend, Dermot Whelan was joined by Dr. Katy Brown, a Postdoctoral fellow at Maynooth University through the Irish Research Council. In recent months, there had been a troubling surge in riot activity across Ireland, Northern Ireland, and the UK, sparking widespread concern and debate. Dr. Brown discussed her research int…

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Anton's Sunday Newspaper Panel August 4th 45:38

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Joining Dermot Whelan in for Anton, to discuss the main stories in the Sunday papers was John Lee- Executive Editor Daily Mail Group, Sheelagh Naughton, Newstalk reporter, and Conor Pope, Consumer Affairs Correspondent with The Irish Times. Ger Gilroy from Off The Ball joined the panel live from Paris on the last day of the Olympics, and Amanda Fer…

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Sinéad Moriarty on 'Good Sisters' 14:51

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She's penned 20 books over 20 years, charmed nearly a million readers across Ireland and the UK, and joined Dermot to spill the beans on her writing process. Sinéad Moriarty is the author of 'Bad Sisters' which is available to purchase now, and her latest children's book, 'Fixing Mum and Dad' will be hitting shelves in September.…

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Ask the Expert: Parenting 16:12

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Dr Mary Kane, lecturer in Psychology and Early Childhood Education, joined Dermot in studio to answer all your parenting questions.

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Time to Talk with the Irish Hospice Foundation 13:16

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Ireland are great for doing funerals - that's what they say. But are we any good at talking about it? Dermot Whelan was joined by Paula O'Reilly, CEO of the Irish Hospice Foundation, and Damian McGrath who shared his personal story about discussing death.

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MindField with Paddy Cullivan 10:45

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Festival season rolls on with Electric Picnic next week, and let’s be honest—it’s not all about dodging mud puddles and playing hide-and-seek with your tent at 4am. There’s a whole artsy side to it too! This year, MindField is back, and joining Dermot Whelan to give us the lowdown was Paddy Cullivan, Historical Entertainer. To find out more about P…

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What's Going On Panel August 10th 18:48

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Joining Dermot Whelan to discuss the main stories in the papers was Aisling O’Rourke , Coach and Podcaster, and Paul Hayes CEO of Beachhut PR.

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Josh Crosbie visits Tallaght Athletic Clubhouse 17:13

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Newstalk Reporter Josh Crosbie spent Friday evening in the Tallaght Athletic Clubhouse with Rhasidat Adeleke's friends and neighbours cheering her on. Dermot Whelan fills in for Anton this weekend.

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'I knew I couldn't have done any better' Rhys McClenaghan on winning gold for Ireland. 5:07

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After a stunning performance, Rhys McClenaghan took home gold for Team Ireland in the gymnastics pommel horse event. He joined Sean Defoe to chat about how he was feeling after the win.

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'We are in territory we could have never dreamed of' Irish success at the Olympics continues! 13:58

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What a day it was for team Ireland in Paris yesterday. Rhys McCleneghan took home Ireland’s 3rd gold medal last night in the pommel horse while Boxer Kellie Harrington guaranteed herself at least a silver medal and will fight for Gold on Tuesday. Joining live from Paris to reflect on all the days action well as to preview the week that lies ahead f…

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Anton's Sunday Newspaper Panel August 4th 46:36

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Joining Sean Defoe in for Anton, to discuss the main stories in the Sunday papers was Aoife Barry Freelance journalist and author, John Cunningham Relationship director, Morgan Mckinley Chair and country director Lysis group and Gabija Gataveckaite Political Correspondent with the Irish Independent

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In conversation with Mark McCabe 11:07

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Joining Sean Defoe 'In Conversation' was legendary DJ, producer and Mark McCabe. Mark discussed his career, number one Irish track "Maniac 2000" and what made the 90's Irish dance scene so special.

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Why are people increasingly believing Conspiracy theories ? 16:32

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A new survey which was published this week, commissioned by the Electoral Commission in the wake of the June elections looked at how perceptions of diversity affected how people voted. One finding coming out of the survey was a large number of people thought government immigration policy was part of a wider ‘act’ to have ‘obedient’ voters, A known …

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How has Olympian muscle conditioning changed over the years? 16:24

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We’ve all been glued to events in Paris for the past 7 days. A notable aspect of Olympians is how ripped they are compared to previous generations Well..What are the factors behind this? Ritchie Porter, Associate Professor in Biochemistry at TCD Joined Luke O'Neill to explain how muscle conditioning and development have changed over the years.…

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In conversation with Mary Coughlan 15:13

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Joining Luke O'Neill 'In conversation' was Singer and Artist Mary Coughlabn

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Ask The Expert: DIY 14:03

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For this week's edition of Ask The Expert Luke O'Neill in for Anton was joined by Peter Finn, better known as Pete The Builder from “Let’s Talk Homes dot com. Peter Answered your common DIY questions and gave DIY advice for the upcoming Bank Holiday.

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The Dentist Flying in the Bray Air Show 10:22

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The Bray Air Display takes off today. A chance to see some of the most breathtaking aerobatics. Dr. Eddie Goggins is a dentist who will be moonlighting as a pilot this weekend. He joined Luke O'Neill on the programme to chat about the show and all things aviation

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What's Going On Panel August 3rd 25:39

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Joining Luke O'Neill to discuss the main stories in the Sunday papers was Valerie Cox Journalist & Author and Barbara Scully Author and broadcaster.

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'Its the best week we have ever had' Ger Gilroy on the success of Team Ireland in Paris 10:49

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Team Ireland is flying in the Olympics. Rowers Paul O’Donovan and Fintan McCarthy, yesterday picked up a second gold and the fourth medal for Team Ireland. With more medals highly likely, Luke O'neill in for Anton was joined by Presenter on Off The Ball Ger Gilroy, to reflect on why Team Ireland is so successful this time round and to preview all t…

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In conversation with Dr. Eddie Murphy 14:19

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Joining Dermot Whelan 'In conversation' is Dr. Eddie Murphy, Clinical Psychologist & Associate Professor at the UCD School of Psychology.

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Paul Brandus on the seizmic shifts in US Politics 15:21

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With President Joe Biden stepping down, Kamala Harris stepping in, and JD Vance being tacked on to the Trump presidential ticket, what the next few months will bring in the US presidential campaign is anyone’s guess. Joining Dermot Whelan to look ahead to what promises to be a seismic few months in US politics is Paul Brandus, West Wing Reports Fou…

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Sinn Fein's alternative housing plan with Eoin Ó Broin 16:08

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Eoin Ó Broin, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Mid-West and the party's spokesperson for Housing has been writing about how his party will publish their alternative, comprehensive, and fully costed housing plan in September. Mr Ó Broin joins Dermot Whelan to discuss what they are proposing.

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Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel July 28th 46:45

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Joining Dermot Whelan to discuss the main stories in the Sunday papers is Brian Mahon, Political Correspondent with the Irish Daily Mail; former MEP, Frances Fitzgerald; and Anna Marie McHugh, Assistant Managing Director of the National Ploughing Association. Tommy Rooney, GAA Correspondent with Off the Ball, also stops by to preview the All-Irelan…

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In conversation with Olympic diver, Oliver Dingley 12:13

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Oliver Dingley has represented Ireland on two occasions at the 2016 Rio Summer Olympics and the 2021 Tokyo Summer Olympics so he knows a thing or two about the joys and the pressures that high-performance sport can bring. Oliver joins Dermot Whelan to discuss.

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Ask the Expert: Finance 11:48

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Joining Dermot Whelan for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is Robert Whelan of Rockwell Financial Management.

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Ireland's favourite sporting moments 18:59

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The latest Newstalk/Amárach poll asked you to tell us your favourite Ireland sporting moment of all time. Joining Dermot Whelan to discuss the results is former Ireland international, Ray Houghton who scored that goal in Euro '88 and was in the team that brought such joy to the country during Italia '90 as well as Newstalk's own, Cathal O'Sullivan.…

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John Fardy on his favourite superhero movies 9:20

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John Fardy, presenter of Newstalk’s Screentime joins Dermot Whelan to chat about some of his favourite superhero movies.

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What's Going on with Louisa Meehan & Paul Hayes 15:34

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Joining Dermot Whelan to go through some of the main stories from the Saturday papers is Louisa Meehan of Woodview HRM & Paul Hayes, CEO of Beachhut PR.

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Paris Olympics opening ceremony recap with Ger Gilroy 19:38

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The Olympic Games got underway yesterday evening in Paris with thousands of people, including athletes, travelling down the Seine on hundreds of custom-made floats. Off The Ball's Ger Gilroy was on hand to soak it all in - he joins Dermot Whelan to tell him all about it.

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In conversation with John Conroy 14:51

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When it comes to the Irish connection with Hollywood, the likes of Saoirse Ronan, Paul Mescal, and Cillian Murphy tend to steal the limelight but cinematographer, John Conroy can boast a multitude of award wins and film credits with some of the biggest names in the business as well. He joins Luke O'Neill to talk about his start in the film industry…

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European tourism protests: What are the issues? 13:20

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Overtourism in certain holiday hotspots like Barcelona, Dubrovnik, and Amsterdam is putting pressure on health services, waste management, and housing at the expense of locals, which in turn has led to widespread protests from residents. Travel Extra Editor, Eoghan Corry joins Luke O'Neill to discuss the issues.…

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