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Katie Hannon and Colm Ó Mongáin keep you company on your evening commute with top stories, expert analysis, and in-depth conversations on news, politics, entertainment and culture.

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John Foley, Boston immigration lawyer from Foley law offices followed by John McGuinness, Fianna Fail TD for Carlow-Kilkenny & Patricia Stephenson, Social Democrats Senator for Carlow-KilkennySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Laura Mock, Head of Veterinary Services at The Irish Blue CrossSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr Ciara McCormack, Assistant Professor of Exercise and Health Science in MaynoothSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Report from John CookeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Peter Cardwell, Talk TV presenter and former special advisor to four cabinet ministersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Report from Una KellySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Harriet Alexander, US based journalistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Regina Mangan, Managing Director of Liberty Blue Estate Agent in Waterford & Dr Emma Howard, Economics Lecturer at TU DublinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
No rules cooking

No rules cooking

2026-02-0908:06

Dee Laffan, food and drink journalistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Catch Up

The Catch Up

2026-02-0615:25

Elaine Burke host of the For Tech’s Sake podcast and Tadgh McNally – Political reporter with the Irish Examiner look back at some of the stories that got us talking this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
President Trump shares social media post depicting Obamas as apes. Harriet Alexander is Senior US Features Writer for the Daily Mail.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Flooding Latest

Flooding Latest

2026-02-0624:00

The National Emergency Coordination Group will remain on ‘full alert’ this weekend as flooding remains likely amid persistent spells of heavy rain. Professor Conor Murphy, of the ICARUS Climate Research Unit at Maynooth University and Eddie Taaffe, Wexford County Council CEO reflects on the recent floodsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Decluttering top tips

Decluttering top tips

2026-02-0609:32

Sarah Reynolds is a decluttering expert and owner of “Organised Chaos and has some tips on how best to start the dreaded chore of decluttering.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The European Commission has today accused the social media platform “TikTok” of creating an ‘addictive design’ in its app, saying it could harm the physical and mental wellbeing of minors and vulnerable adults. Prof, Barry O'Sullivan, of UCC's School of Computer Science explains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Super bowl weekend

Super bowl weekend

2026-02-0606:08

In the US Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots battle it out in this weekends superbowl. Conor Brophy host the Irish NFL Show PodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ski Jump Injections

Ski Jump Injections

2026-02-0606:40

WADA investigates ski jumper penis injections with hyaluronic acid. Eoghan Dalton from thejournal.ie has been covering the story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tuam Babies Latest

Tuam Babies Latest

2026-02-0608:10

Local Historian and campaigner Catherine Corless updates Drivetime on the latest findings at the Tuam babies burial site.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Danone recalls further batches of infant formula due to cereulide concerns. Michelle Minahan Head of Audit Incidents and Investigations at The Food Safety Authority explains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Simon Marks, Chief Correspondent for Feature Story NewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Reports from Barry Lenihan and we hear from Dennis Keeley,  Assistant Chief Executive of Dublin City Council; Gary Gannon, TD for Dublin Central; and Ray McAdam, Lord Mayor of DublinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Maris Catania

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Nov 4th
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kevin ryan

Here comes the Propaganda

May 8th
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Jonathan 67 🍀

Here sadly in a nutshell is rte media bias personified... Coveny when asked about the indiscriminate bombing of gaza answers "its concerning" when Richard boyd barrett is asked about hamas attack and says "i regret the taking of life" he is charged with "sounding like he condones murder" no wonder rte is a basket case...

Oct 12th
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Justin Ott

Is this a joke?

Mar 20th
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