Best Breaking History Committee Podcasts (2024)

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Indianapolis Colts - Anthony Richardson scares fans - Steichen says he’s good! IU gets 7’0” center! 19:12

16m ago19:12

19:12

Anthony Richardson stepped on a foot and ran into a defensive player. Both events gave fans at Grand Park a scare. Steichen says he is good. Laiatu Latu is the real deal - at least through four practices! Michael Pittman Jr. in yet another fight! This one was with EJ Speed and was ended, it appeared, by Quenton Nelson and Grant Stuard! Indiana Bask…

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Indianapolis Colts - Laiatu Latu ready for pads! Ebukam will be missed! Kerr “crazy” benching Tatum! 20:45

14m ago20:45

20:45

Samson Ebukam's injury provides an opportunity for the rest of the edges on the Colts roster - and that is the beauty of the NFL. Colts Camp - day one in pads comes this morning, and hopefully injuries are at a minimum. Steve Kerr says he felt crazy benching Jayson Tatum in the game against Serbia - Team USA won by one million so crazy Kerr was not…

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The pressure of shedding for the wedding! 18:17

4h ago18:17

18:17

With more and more women feeling pressure to lose weight for the big day. We talk about the complex relationships that develop with food and some of the bigger issues it can cause with Sara Kennedy, Wedding planner and Dietician Orla Walsh.

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A look at the new Chat GPT search engine 10:28

3h ago10:28

10:28

This week on the technology slot, Killian Ginnity takes a look at the new Chat GPT search engine and the delay to Apple AI.

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Drive Thru News #47 - The $50,000 Millennial Gray Challenge 1:44:35

9h ago1:44:35

1:44:35

Episode #47 of the Drive Thru! Break/Fix podcast's monthly news episode containing automotive, motorsports and random car-adjacent news. We celebrate the GTM, Break/Fix Podcast and MPN Anniversary with a summer special, and try and beat the $50,000 challenge. Can we find something interesting to daily drive for less than 50K, in millennial gray? Sh…

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Is the proposed abolition of juries in defamation cases a necessary step? 14:28

4h ago14:28

14:28

Ireland’s Upcoming Defamation Bill. It's been 15 years since Irelands defamation laws were refreshed. Many believe Ireland is a haven for Libel cases. The new bill proposes several measures including abolition of juries for defamation cases. We ask is the proposed abolition of juries in defamation cases a necessary step or retrograde move? To discu…

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How are Ireland's teens faring in the snooze stakes? 9:40

7h ago9:40

9:40

Anxiety, depression and poor grades, these are just some of the conditions linked to sleep deprivation in teenagers. Leading UK schools are hiring sleep coaches to help their students avoid it, but how are Ireland's teens fairing in the snooze stakes? Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports on generation sleepless.…

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Mona McSharry takes the bronze medal for Ireland! 9:16

5h ago9:16

9:16

Mona McSharry takes the bronze medal for Ireland in an extremely close race but she’s not done yet. Cathal Dennehy joins us from Paris with the latest updates from the Olympic Games 20204.

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Will the Taoiseach move house for the security of his family? 11:04

5h ago11:04

11:04

Security chiefs urge Harris to move into Farmleigh. Government security advisers are insisting Taoiseach Simon Harris move to the Steward’s Lodge in Farmleigh for his own protection. Security is steadily being increased for all senior politicians in the wake of escalating anti-immigration disturbances and a rise internationally in attacks on polit…

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Indianapolis Colts - Samson Ekubam injury is Laiatu Latu’s invitation! Jalen Haralson leaning IU? 19:20

34m ago19:20

19:20

Samson Ekubam is done for the year with an Achilles, so Laiatu Latu, now would be a great time to play to your draft value! Denico Autry takes a six-game PED rip - and will miss opener in Indy for the Houston Texans. Patrick Mahomes is still very happy with his income despite mediocre QBs getting more! Cubs tonight in Cincy, but without new third b…

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Indianapolis Colts - Pittman fights, Ebukam hurt, Irsay talks! Team USA thumps Serbia! Cubs deal! 22:15

21m ago22:15

22:15

Michael Pittman and Jaylon Jones squared off to settle their differences as Jim Irsay preached twam unity 70 yards away in his first public appearance in almost eight months. Kevin Durant was virtually perfect in Team USA's beatdown of Serbia! Braylon Mullins cut his list to 10 - and my only question is why? Cubs make a trade deadline deal that hel…

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Ireland has no representative on fisheries committee 11:17

6h ago11:17

11:17

Ireland has no representative on the EU Fisheries committee, despite having 12% of EU Waters. We ask why with Aodh O Donnell, Chief Executive of the Irish Fish Producers Organisation (IFPO).

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Katie Taylor has been named Ireland’s greatest sports star according to a Newstalk Amarach Poll 10:47

6h ago10:47

10:47

Katie Taylor has been named Ireland’s greatest sports star according to a Newstalk Amarach Poll but Eamon Dunphy has pointed out that many great Irish sportspeople don’t make the list. Eamon joined Pat this morning on the show.

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'On This Day' throughout history 29th July 6:15

6h ago6:15

6:15

We take a look at the events, music and people throughout history on this date 29th July.

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How to avoid kneejerk reactions 7:58

6h ago7:58

7:58

How to avoid kneejerk reactions when in a moment of conflict. Stephanie Regan Clinical Psychotherapist brings us advice.

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We remember the life and legacy of Edna O'Brien 7:40

6h ago7:40

7:40

We remember the life and legacy of Edna O'Brien, the trailblazing Irish author whose powerful stories revolutionised women's literature.We pay tribute to Enda with Colum McCann, acclaimed author, playwright and friend.

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Mary Lou McDonald in studio this morning 16:37

7h ago16:37

16:37

A decline in the polls and a new approach to immigration with a general election looming. Pat was joined on the show by Sinn Féin leader and TD for Dublin Central, Mary-Lou McDonald.

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Ireland has the second highest excise duty cost 11:09

5h ago11:09

11:09

Ireland has the second highest rate of excise tax on alcohol across the EU and UK. Pat discussed this with Tony Foley who is an Economist and Associate Professor Emeritus, at DCU. Tony was commissioned by the Drinks Industry Group of Ireland to research and compile the report.

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Army showjumping horse fails drugs test after qualifier for RDS 9:22

5h ago9:22

9:22

A showjumping horse owned by the army has failed a drug test following an RDS Dublin Horse show qualifier. We get the details from Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor for the Irish Independent.

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Is regional war in the Middle East on the way? 16:42

4h ago16:42

16:42

Israel Kill 30 in strike on Gaza school, while Hizbullah rocket kills 12 kids in Golan heights. We ask are we any close to peace or is regional war in the Middle East on the way? Speaking to Pat this morning was Duncan Bullivant CEO of Henderson Risk Group, Former British Army Officer & Former UK Diplomat.…

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#197 Apollo Detectives | Breaking down the MC Toon Beatdown #Nasa #hoax 1:47:42

1h ago1:47:42

1:47:42

The Apollo Detectives Return. We Will Breakdown the recent debate between Marcus Allen and MC Toon amongst other Moon hoax topics. You can find the Apollo Detectives here https://www.youtube.com/@theapollodetectives si=3aGyNfpGcPUydO2o https://www.aulis.com/ Debate w/ MC Toon https://www.youtube.com/live/eylP0qUxbME? *******************************…

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Guest Appearence on America Unplugged Hosted by Billy Ray Valentine / Don Jeffries 1:15:39

1h ago1:15:39

1:15:39

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Indianapolis Colts - Offense relies on inexperienced Anthony Richardson! Olympic Open “incredible!” 23:29

16m ago23:29

23:29

Anthony Richardson has attempted exactly 1,000 passes dating back to the beginning of his high school football career! Olympic Opening Ceremony may continue for days - and Kelly Clarkson will call it “incredible” another 1,424 times! Charles Barkley’s rare honesty is dead on describing the greed of the NBA owners! https://mybookie.website/joinwithK…

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Indianapolis Colts - Richardson, Taylor strong one day in! Paye UP in ‘24! TE by committee can work! 23:15

6h ago23:15

23:15

Jonathan Taylor should have plenty in the tank to carry a heavy workload in 2024! Anthony Richardson running sounds good - until it doesn't - and Steph Curry doesn't get hit by LeBron James every time he shoots a three! Tight end by committee can work - again. Kwity Paye - time to reach his potential is right now! Curt Cignetti's remarks still awes…

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Cretanous Cars Sent from God 49:39

1h ago49:39

49:39

Jon Summers is the Motoring Historian. He was a company car thrashing technology sales rep that turned into a fairly inept sports bike rider. On his show he gets together with various co-hosts to talk about new and old cars, driving, motorbikes, motor racing, motoring travel. Monster Magnet - Cyclone Stuck in sand; J saves the day with plenty of ri…

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Friday Form: A look back on the biggest news stories of the week. 27:21

2h ago27:21

27:21

Pat hosted the Friday Forum with guests Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training at The Communications Clinic and columnist with The Sunday Independent, Pauline O’Reilly, Green Party Senator and Party Chair, and Peadar Tobin, Leader of Aontú.

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Tackling Taxi Crime 5:44

2h ago5:44

5:44

Pat was joined by Geraldine Herbert, Sunday Independent Motoring Editor, to discuss the National Transport Authority's consideration of mandatory safety equipment in taxis, such as CCTV cameras, following the conviction of taxi driver Raymond Shorten for raping two girls in his car.

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Obamas endorse Kamala Harris bid for president 10:00

3h ago10:00

10:00

Pat was joined by Larry Donnelly, columnist and law lecturer at the University of Galway, to provide the latest updates and analysis on current events in the United States.

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Friday Food with Gareth Mullins 5:08

3h ago5:08

5:08

Pat was joined by Gareth Mullins, Executive Chef of The Anantara Marker Hotel, who talked them through his recipe for chicken chorizo and prawn gumbo with parsley and lemon rice.

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The Struggle of the Poorest: A Closer Look 26:34

3h ago26:34

26:34

Pat was joined by Katriona O’Sullivan, psychologist and author of the bestseller "Poor," JJ O’Mahony, Chairperson for Sporting Liberties, and John Lonergan, former Governor of Mount Joy, to discuss how the poorest communities experience disenfranchisement and how they can be better understood.

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What to expect in the All-Ireland Final 13:11

4h ago13:11

13:11

Pat was joined by Tommy Rooney, GAA Correspondent for Bauer Media and co-host of the Football Pod, and James O’Donoghue, former Kerry senior footballer and co-host of the Football Pod, to preview the All-Ireland football final. They also discussed the best Olympic events to watch.

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Why is Ireland a prime target for espionage? 15:53

2h ago15:53

15:53

Pat was joined by John O’Brennan, Jean Monnet Professor of European Integration at NUI Maynooth, to discuss a new report indicating that Ireland is a target for espionage, cyber, and critical infrastructure attacks.

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French Ambassador Reflects 16:19

2h ago16:19

16:19

Pat was joined by Vincent Guérend, the Ambassador of France to Ireland, on his last day in office. He reflected on his past four years as Ambassador and discussed the relationship between Ireland and France ahead of the Paris Olympics.

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Indianapolis Colts Camp - Anthony Richardson going to RUN! IU Football’s Curt Cignetti going to WIN 23:42

15h ago23:42

23:42

Anthony Richardson wobbles early, then dials it in! Jonathan Taylor no longer in a hoodie at camp - he looks much better wearing his #28 jersey! Colts attitude has shifted a little toward a winning attitude - as though they feel they should win! Texans can talk "five-headed monster" if they like - but Colts offense is going to hit the ground smokin…

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Indianapolis Colts - Ryan Kelly wants extension; Ballard balks! Pacers extend James Johnson! Cubs L! 20:45

26m ago20:45

20:45

Ryan Kelly wants to stay with the Colts, but Chris Ballard unready to commit to an extension! Zaire Franklin's quote is a must hear piece of wisdom! Colts first workout today! What are we looking for? Pacers sign James Johnson to a very expensive extension for a peer leader not required to contribute on the floor! Curt Cignetti speaks today at Big …

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Are we ready for the next pandemic? 11:09

1h ago11:09

11:09

Pat was joined by Professor Luke O’Neill, live from the US, to discuss the risk of another pandemic and what needs to be done to prepare for it.

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Officer stomps man at Manchester Airport - what happened? 7:53

1h ago7:53

7:53

Pat was joined by journalist Vincent McAviney to discuss the disturbing videos circulating of an armed officer ‘kicking and stamping’ the head of a man at Manchester Airport.

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Does K beauty work on Celtic Skin? 9:52

4d ago9:52

9:52

With nightly sheet masks, 5 layers of toner and something called an essence - the Korean Beauty market will be worth more than 225 billion dollars by 2032. So, how have the South Koreans become world leaders in skincare, what homegrown businesses are getting in on the excitement and is k beauty even right for our pasty Irish pallor? Newstalk's Sara…

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Ireland's Hidden Olympic Heroes: Beatrice Lowe-Hill and the Irish Whales 9:06

2h ago9:06

9:06

Pat was joined by Cameron Hill, Broadcaster with Off The Ball, to discuss Beatrice Lowe-Hill, the first Irishwoman to win an Olympic medal, and the Irish Whales, a group of Irish Americans who dominated hammer throwing in the early 20th century.

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Disinformation with David Robert Grimes 13:47

1h ago13:47

13:47

Pat was joined by David Robert Grimes, author and disinformation expert, to discuss the importance of recognising and combating disinformation in today’s digital age. In this week's episode, David takes a look at a vaccine meme and explains the anti-immigration sentiment.

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Are influencers good role models? 12:42

2h ago12:42

12:42

Pat was joined by Sarah Benner from Tralee and Caroline Lyons from London, now living in Kerry, to discuss their new podcast 'What a Woman'. They were concerned that the influencers, celebrities, and social media their kids were growing up with didn’t present ideal female role models, so they decided to take a more creative approach.…

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Report: Fact and Fiction Campaign 10:04

2h ago10:04

10:04

One county council is tackling myths around immigration head-on. South Dublin has sent thousands of leaflets to homes to break down misinformation spread online about asylum seekers and provide communities with the facts. Newstalk reporter Emma Tyrell went to Tallaght to learn more about the initiative.…

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Netanyahu in Washington 19:17

3h ago19:17

19:17

Pat was joined by Fawaz Gerges, Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science, to give his take on Netanyahu’s speech in Washington and its implications for Israel-US relations.

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Pit Stop: Petrol Heads of a Certain Age (with Bobby Parks) 14:26

1d ago14:26

14:26

We're celebrating this mid-summer Throwback Thursday with a return to Season 2, when we chatted about all things Drag Racing and LS-swapping the world, with Bobby Parks aka "The Black Nasty" on this Pit Stop Minisode. Want to get access to this kind of bonus content early? Then be sure to check out our VIP packages over on Patreon. ===== (Oo---x---…

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Underconsumption Core: The latest TikTok trend explained 10:26

3h ago10:26

10:26

Underconsumption core is trending on TikTok, pushing against the constant encouragement to shop and buy that social media usually promotes. Pat was joined by Jo Linehan, Editor of the Climate Supplement at the Sunday Times Ireland, to explain this trend.

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Meet Kingfishr: The Band of the Moment 8:59

3h ago8:59

8:59

Following their Glastonbury performance and supporting Snow Patrol in Thomond Park last week, the trio Kingfishr took a break from touring to join Pat in the studio. Pat was joined by Edmond 'Eddie' Keogh, Eoghan 'McGoo' McGrath, and Eoin 'Fitz' Fitzgibbon to talk about their music journey.

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Will Wicklow's wildlife survive the windfarm? 18:20

4h ago18:20

18:20

Pat was joined by Olivia Caffola, a member of the South East Coastal Protection Alliance, and environmental journalist John Gibbons to discuss the protests by Wicklow residents against the establishment of an offshore windfarm. Residents fear the windfarm could threaten local wildlife.

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Indianapolis Colts - Anthony Richardson “confident” Downs ready to “explode!” Indiana Pacers extend Andrew Nembhard 22:10

2h ago22:10

22:10

Anthony Richardson did not suffer from rookie jitters, according to Chris Ballard. Ballard also said Josh Downs is ready to explode, and that he is not averse to adding a free safety, but would prefer either Nick Cross or Rodney Thomas earns the starting spot. Andrew Nembhard signs a three year extension for $57-million. Curt Cignetti will be ready…

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Indianapolis Colts Report to Camp! Pittman, Taylor, Latu healthy? Ballard to talk! Purdue sees RED! 22:09

31m ago22:09

22:09

Michael Pittman, Jonathan Taylor, Laiatu Latu and the rest of the Colts appear healthy! Chris Ballard will speak to the media today, and express great optimism in his roster and staff - and he better be right! Assembly Ball took its final bow last night, losing a thriller to Eberlein DSrive in the TBT despite near heroic efforts by Yogi Ferrell! Ca…

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Cash vs. Digital: The Growing Cybercrime Threat 13:09

2h ago13:09

13:09

Sweden is on the way to becoming a cashless society, but there are concerns that this will worsen the already prevalent rise of cybercrime and financial fraud. Pat was joined by Raluca Saceanu, CEO of Smartech247, to discuss the risks and implications.

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