Best Louise McSharry Podcasts (2025)

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Catch Up with Sinead O'Shea on Edna O'Brien 45:57

1h ago45:57

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! Sinead O'Shea is the filmmaker behind A Mother Brings Her Son to be Shot, Pray for Us Sinners, and now Blue Road: The Edna O'Brien Story. Edna O'Brien, who dies last year at the age of 93, was a prolific writer of stories, novels and occasionally films, who was ahead of her time …

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#52 - How to Make Friends (le Louise McSharry) 58:45

18h ago58:45

58:45

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy How To Gael

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#53 How to be spontaneous 53:09

1h ago53:09

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Some say the essence of pleasure is spontaneity, this episode is Doireann and Louise’s attempt at justifying a spontaneous Oíche amach … cé go raibh dry Jan faoi lán seoil acu. How to Gael on Tour ! Tickets and Info https://bit.ly/m/HowToGael Instagram @howtogael @doireannnighlacain , @louise_cantillon @siomhaniruairc Join us on Patreon for a bonus…

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Entertainment Catch-Up: Kneecap at the BAFTAs, the Molly Mae Appeal and the Return of Cameron D (no Destiny, sadly) 54:39

1h ago54:39

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! James O'Hagan and I talk about what's been going on in the world of celebs this week from those who showed up at the inauguration, to Kneecap's BAFTA nominations and the appeal of Molly Mae. To support the podcast and access bonus episodes (including my brand new monthly tv/movie…

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News Catch-Up: A Ceasefire, a Tiktok Ban and a Cobbled Together Government 53:24

2h ago53:24

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! This week Carl Kinsella and I discuss the Ceasefire in Gaza, the hodgepodge formation of our new government, a new civil case against Conor McGregor and our apparent optimism! To support the podcast and access bonus episodes (including my brand new monthly tv/movies/whatever you'…

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Catch Up with Ruth Hegarty on Food in Schools 54:40

1h ago54:40

54:40

Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! The government is rolling out free hot lunch to primary schools across the country, which should be a really good thing. And it is, in theory. Unfortunately, though, the food on offer isn't always up to snuff, with lots of it falling into the ultraprocessed food category. Oh and …

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Entertainment Catch-Up: The Return of Speidi, Zendaya's Engagement and Lily Allen's Mental Health Realness 55:01

2h ago55:01

55:01

Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! The LA fires are impacting lots of celebs, from those who've lost their homes to those whose shows have been delayed, Emer McLysaght and I get into it, along with how lovely Zendaya and Tom Holland are as a couple, and Lily Allen's openness around her current mental health strugg…

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News Catch-Up: LA Fires, Government Formation and the Joy of Cherry Tomatoes 54:46

8d ago54:46

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! To support the podcast and access bonus episodes (including my brand new monthly tv/movies/whatever you're having yourself episode with Emer) join our community on Patreon. Theme Song: HowDoILook, Pillow Queens Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Catch Up with Killian Sundermann 39:20

5d ago39:20

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! Killian Sundermann is a gas and decent man who started making me laugh with his Instagram sketches during the pandemic and is now a legitimate multi-hyphenate. He's podcasting with the Young Hot Guys podcast, doing sketches on tv in No Worries if Not and about to embark on his fi…

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Entertainment Catch-Up: The Golden Globes, The Vivienne and Meghan Markle's Lifestyle Show 52:23

7d ago52:23

52:23

Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! My friends, I'm sorry to say there are some audio issues with this episode. As I mentioned on Monday I've ordered a replacement sound card but it unfortunately didn't arrive on time for today. The majority of the episode is fine, but in a few places there are minor snippets missi…

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#51 - How to be Sexí (Le SexyTadhg) 26:09

8d ago26:09

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An cheist ar bharr ár dteanga ag tús an bhliain nua.. How to be sexí, and who is better to answer that than the famously Sexy Tadhg! Blúire beag dár seó beo ón Nollaig , we’ll be back with a bang next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy How To Gael

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News Catch-Up: This bloody weather, What Happened in New Orleans and the greatness of Jimmy Carter 42:20

8d ago42:20

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! Apologies for the late episode guys, Carl was under the wether this morning but fortunately felt well enough to record this afternoon. We discuss the latest news including the death of Paula Canty, a potential ban on soup runs, what happened in New Orleans and Jimmy Carter being …

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Catch up on Techology and Kids with Dr. Nicola Fox Hamilton 38:37

12d ago38:37

38:37

Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! As many children enjoy their new gadgets post-festive season, I thought it would be good to chat to an expert about how to ensure your children are safe online. Dr. Nicola Fox Hamilton holds a PHD in Cyberpsychology and a lecturer in applied psychology and cyberpsychology in the …

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Entertainment Catch-Up: The End of Paige and Craig, Blake Lively vs Justin Baldoni and Timothée's Bananas Press Tour 51:09

14d ago51:09

51:09

Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! Esther O'Moore Donohoe and I have a ball talking through the week's entertainment stories. To support the podcast and access bonus episodes (including my brand new monthly tv/movies/whatever you're having yourself episode with Emer) join our community on Patreon. Theme Song: HowD…

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#50 - How To Impress Someone 51:21

15d ago51:21

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Ar eipeasóid na seachtaine seo tá na cailíní ag labhairt faoi ‘first impressions’. Do you ever think about someone’s first impression of you? Agus Cad a dheireann an eolaíocht faoi judgement? Éistigí leis an eipeasóid chun a fháil amach! Follow IG: @HowToGael @doireannnighlacain , @louise_cantillon @siomhaniruairc Learn more about your ad choices. …

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News Catch-Up: The Horrors Persist in Gaza, Trump Saves TikTok and Luigi Mangione's Perp Walk 52:14

15d ago52:14

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! Content Warning: There is mention of infant death in our discussion of what's happening in Gaza. Carl Kinsella and I are back with news chat and we've got lots to talk about, from the plane crash in South Korea to the horrors persisting in Gaza and the fascinating case of Luigi M…

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Catch Up on Irish Christmas Traditions with Doireann Ní Ghlacháin 46:09

26d ago46:09

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! Doireann Ní Ghlacháin is a fiddle player, broadcaster, co-host of the How to Gael podcast, and holder of a PHD in Oral Irish Poetry. She's also really sound and fun to chat to, so I thought what better on the Friday before Christmas than to hear from her about some of Ireland's c…

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Entertainment Catch-Up: Cher is an Icon, Leave Billie Eilish Alone and Taylor Swift is a Decent Human Being 41:30

28d ago41:30

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! To support the podcast and access bonus episodes (including my brand new monthly tv/movies/whatever you're having yourself episode with Emer) join our community on Patreon. Theme Song: HowDoILook, Pillow Queens Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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#49 - How to Light a Fire 46:51

29d ago46:51

46:51

Sí an Nollaig í and that means one thing, tine ar lasadh, bíodh sin sa bhaile nó sa phub. The girls dissect what makes the perfect fire and test each other’s knowledge… on the bog. Follow IG: @HowToGael @doireannnighlacain , @louise_cantillon @siomhaniruairc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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News Catch-Up: Israeli Embassy Closure, Social Democrats Drama and the Irish Rugby Player Sentenced to 14 Years Over Horrific Sexual Assault 57:29

29d ago57:29

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Trigger warning: The final story includes discussion of rape and sexual assault. Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! To support the podcast and access bonus episodes (including my brand new monthly tv/movies/whatever you're having yourself episode with Emer) join our community on Patreon. Theme Song: HowDoILook, Pi…

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Catch Up with Helen Steele 59:13

1M ago59:13

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! This week I catch up with fashion designer and artist Helen Steele. We discuss how she got into fashion, the pitfalls of being in the business, sizing, her work with Dunnes Stores and our experience with ADHD. To support the podcast and access bonus episodes (including my brand n…

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Entertainment Catch-Up: Jay-Z Allegations, Mescal on SNL and Goodbye the Eras Tour, we really really knew you 1:02:31

1M ago1:02:31

1:02:31

Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! This week Cian Sullivan and I discuss the allegations again Jay-Z, Kneecap's big win at the British Independent Film Awards, Paul Mescal hosting SNL, Barry Keoghan's statement to his critic and lots more. To support the podcast and access bonus episodes (including my brand new mo…

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#48 - How to Compliment 48:24

1M ago48:24

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From back handed compliments, to random acts of kindness - an bhfuilimid go maith ag tabhairt, agus ag glacadh le, moladh? Síomha tests na cailíní on regional compliments agus roineann siad uilig na moltaí Gaelacha is fearr leo chomh maith. Follow IG: @HowToGael @doireannnighlacain , @louise_cantillon @siomhaniruairc Learn more about your ad choice…

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News Catch-Up: Government Formation, What's Happening in Syria, and Football's Rainbow Problem 1:04:15

1M ago1:04:15

1:04:15

Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! To support the podcast and access bonus episodes (including my brand new monthly tv/movies/whatever you're having yourself episode with Emer) join our community on Patreon. Theme Song: HowDoILook, Pillow Queens Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Catch Up with Erica Roe on It's Always Your Bleedin' Own and the Class Divide 42:37

1M ago42:37

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! I was delighted to catch up with actor Erica Roe this week in the Project Arts Centre where she's in It's Always Your Bleedin' Own, a new show by Thommas Kane Byrne. Erica is an incredible actor, who you may know from Deadly Cuts, and I loved discussing the challenges of being an…

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Entertaiment Catch-Up: Gregg Wallace, Alison Hammond's Giggles and Jacob Elordi's Beard 42:15

1M ago42:15

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! To support the podcast and access bonus episodes (including my brand new monthly tv/movies/whatever you're having yourself episode with Emer) join our community on Patreon. Theme Song: HowDoILook, Pillow Queens Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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News Catch-Up: Election Results, McGregor Fallout and the Kneecap Victory 1:00:20

2M ago1:00:20

1:00:20

Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! To support the podcast and access bonus episodes (including my brand new monthly tv/movies/whatever you're having yourself episode with Emer) join our community on Patreon. Theme Song: HowDoILook, Pillow Queens Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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#47 - How to Gift 53:11

1M ago53:11

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There's a lot to be said for a festive QR cód! Ó na bronntanais is measa a bhfuaireamar riamh, go stáipléirí órga, seans nach bhfaighfidh sibh aon "bronntanas inspo" ón ep sure but sí fós an Nollaig í!! Follow IG: @HowToGael @doireannnighlacain , @louise_cantillon @siomhaniruairc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Catch Up on Beauty with Dom Skinner 37:33

2M ago37:33

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! This week I'm chatting with Dominick Skinner, Senior Global Artist with MAC Cosmetics, judge on the BBC's The Glow Up and author of Glowography: A Practical Guide to New Makeup. We discuss beauty standards, the patriarchy and finding your inner creative in a conversation I massiv…

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Entertainment Catch-Up: Kate Nash on OF, Paul Mescal's Bingo Card and Wicked's Dominance 44:26

2M ago44:26

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! Lots to discuss from the world of entertainment this week from Paul Mescal's perfect response when being asked about meeting the kind, Wicked's dominance in the cinema, Kate Nash's Only Fans pursuits and more. Get tickets to the Catch Up Christmas Cabaret here! To support the pod…

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#46 - How to Vote (le Gavan Reilly) 52:45

2M ago52:45

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If you’re anything like us gach seans go bhfuil tú idir dhá chomhairle , ná bí buartha we’ve got you covered and if you need a break from wall to wall election coverage, TÁ NUACHT AGAINN ✨✨✨ Follow IG: @HowToGael @doireannnighlacain , @louise_cantillon @siomhaniruairc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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News Catch-Up: The Bravery of Nikita Hand, Simon Harris' Rough Week and a Warrant for Netanyahu 1:04:03

2M ago1:04:03

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! Carl Kinsella and I have beefy stuff to get into this week from the bravery of Nikita Hand to what's going on with the election and the ICC taking on Netanyahu. Get tickets to the Catch Up Christmas Cabaret here! To support the podcast and access bonus episodes (including my bran…

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Catch Up on the Election with Sinead O'Carroll 33:50

2M ago33:50

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! Whenever I think we need clarity and guidance, I reach out to Sinead O'Carroll, editor of TheJournal.ie, and as this is the last Friday episode before the election I thought there was no better time than now! Sinead takes us through the election promises being made, and how to fi…

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Entertainment Catch-Up: Unrecognisable Celebs, Ed Sheeran vs Band Aid and Roy Keane Forever 40:17

2M ago40:17

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! This week Esther O'Moore Donohoe and I discuss the spate of dramatic changes celebrities are making to their appearance, we discuss Ed Sheeran's stance on Band Aid and Roy Keane as a father-in-law. Get tickets to the Catch Up Christmas Cabaret here! To support the podcast and acc…

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#45 - How to be Cold 47:19

2M ago47:19

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Tá sí sioctha a chairde! We've had a swift change of weather which got us thinking about the Cailleach, bringer of winter, the sensitivity of our extremities (not THOSE extremities ya rógaire) and who's best at giving the cold shoulder. Freisin - caith na diabhal stocaí. Follow IG: @HowToGael @doireannnighlacain , @louise_cantillon @siomhaniruairc …

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News Catch-Up: The Election Ramps Up, The Onion Buys Infowars and Katie Taylor's Latest Win 1:00:40

2M ago1:00:40

1:00:40

Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! Get tickets to the Catch Up Christmas Cabaret here! To support the podcast and access bonus episodes (including my brand new monthly tv/movies/whatever you're having yourself episode with Emer) join our community on Patreon. Theme Song: HowDoILook, Pillow Queens Hosted on Acast. …

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Catch Up on Housing with Dr. Lorcan Sirr 48:47

2M ago48:47

48:47

Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! As you know, our election is just a couple of weeks away, so I thought it would be appropriate to focus the next couple of Friday episodes to be dedicated to election issues. I'm hoping that the more information you have, the more empowered you'll feel in the voting booth. Dr. Lo…

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Entertainment Catch-Up: Gladiator Fever, Wicked's Porn Mishap and the Misunderstanding of Barry Keoghan 45:55

2M ago45:55

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! This week James O'Hagan and I discuss the omnipresence of Gladiator and Wicked, Barry Keoghan's interview with Louis Theroux and the Nicole Scherzinger hat bonanza. Get tickets to the Catch Up Christmas Cabaret here! To support the podcast and access bonus episodes (including my …

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#44 - How to make a Decision 55:34

2M ago55:34

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Paul Mescal is a ride, Páirc an Chrócaigh is Ireland’s Colosseum and god bless the goile when it comes to making decisions! Ó chinntí móra go pleananna spontáineach, cad é an slí is fearr cinneadh a dhéanamh nó ceann a sheachaint… Follow IG: @HowToGael @doireannnighlacain , @louise_cantillon @siomhaniruairc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p…

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News Catch-Up: Election Shenanigans, Election Fallout and the Civil Case Against Conor McGregor 1:01:40

2M ago1:01:40

1:01:40

Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! This week Carl Kinsella and I catch up on what's happened since the irish election was announced, the fallout from the U.S. election and the civil case being taken against Conor McGregor, among other things. Get tickets to the Catch Up Christmas Cabaret here! To support the podca…

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Catch Up on Education Equality 43:45

3M ago43:45

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! This week I chatted to Aoife Cassidy McMenamin of Education Equality Ireland about their campaign to remove religious instruction from schools. As you probably know, many Irish families have no choice but to send their children to Catholic schools, and this is having a significan…

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Catch Up on the US Election: WTF Just Happened 28:06

3M ago28:06

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As promised, Carl Kinsella and I discuss the result of the American election. Check out the Hope and Courage Collective here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Entertainment Catch-Up: The Definition of Brat, the Brit Awards get Serious, and Who's Watching TOWIE? 39:24

3M ago39:24

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! This week Cassie Delaney and I stave off our election anxiety by talking about the silly celebs, from Brat officially entering the dictionary to the question of who's still watching TOWIE. See the Patrick from Spongebob TikTok I mentioned here. Read the mad Quincy Jones interview…

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#43 How to be a feminist 55:43

3M ago55:43

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Cad is feimineach ann? The complexities of modern womanhood are téamaí na seachtaine… ón bhféasóg Íochtrach go lip filler… cad is bhrí le bheith i do fheimineach i 2024? Follow IG: @HowToGael @doireannnighlacain , @louise_cantillon @siomhaniruairc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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News Catch-Up: The Elections, Floods in Valencia and a Fake Halloween Parade 46:01

3M ago46:01

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! Get tickets to the Catch Up Christmas Cabaret here! To support the podcast and access bonus episodes (including my brand new monthly tv/movies/whatever you're having yourself episode with Emer) join our community on Patreon. Theme Song: HowDoILook, Pillow Queens Hosted on Acast. …

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Catch Up with Paralympian Orla Comerford 53:35

3M ago53:35

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! Orla Comerford is a three time paralympian Irish runner from Dublin who absolutely killed in the Paris games, winning a bronze medal in the T13 100M sprint. I was delighted to have the chance to talk to her this week about her career in athletics, the growth of the paralympics, r…

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Entertainment Catch-Up: The Timothée Chalamet Lookalike Contest, Big Brother Censorship, Saoirse Silences the Boys 48:19

3M ago48:19

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Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! This week Cian Sullivan and I discuss mainly fun and silly dispatches from the world of entertainment, from the Timothy Chalamée lookalike contenst in NYC to what Helen Mirren wishes Kurt Cobain had lived to see. Get tickets to the Catch Up Christmas Cabaret here! To support the …

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#42 How to Samhain 50:06

3M ago50:06

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You’ve heard of season of the witch ach cad faoi sexy Samhain? If we’re good for anything we’re good for a pagan celebration agus an tseachtain seo táimid ag plé casadh roth an Gheimhridh agus all the liminality that goes with this time of year Follow IG: @HowToGael @doireannnighlacain , @louise_cantillon @siomhaniruairc Learn more about your ad ch…

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News Catch-Up: SPHE Misinformation, Fine Gael TDs say Goodbye and Celebs Come Out for Kamala 1:04:27

3M ago1:04:27

1:04:27

Send your thoughts, feelings, opinions and suggestions to 0892096423! This week Carl Kinsella of TheJournal.ie and I get into what's happening here with a potential election next month, we go through the recent conversation about SPHE and the misinformation it was based on, and talk about the incredible strength of Gisèle Pelicot. To support the po…

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#41 - How to be Emotionally Vulnerable 48:30

3M ago48:30

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Buckle up a chairde, because we’re about to get deep. Are you emotionally available? Do you wear your heart on your sleeve or are you chronically unbothered? An bhfuil tú bogcríoach nó cruaidh? An tseachtain seo tá na cailíní caught up in all the feels agus iad ag iarraidh déanamh amach how to be emotionally available ✨ Follow IG: @HowToGael @doire…

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