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Joe Duffy talks to the Irish public about affairs of the day. Have you got a story to tell? If you’d like to talk to Joe on-air about an issue that concerns you then we want to hear from you. Email joe@rte.ie. Listen live Monday to Friday at 1.45-3pm on RTÉ Radio 1.

Escalator Escapades

Callers describe accidents which happened on escalators.

11-22
01:07:06

You've Got The Wrong Number - Novice Driver Wants Licence Back - WWI Marriage Proposal Letter

Anne keeps receiving phonecalls for Temu. Eva's novice driving licence was withdrawn for 6 months. It's been 7 months and her mother, Sarah, thinks Eva should have it back now. Brendan's grandfather proposed to his grandmother while on the Western Front during WWI.

11-21
01:06:37

Homebase Won't Deliver My Purchase - The Art Of Canvassing - Piseógs & Predictions - Whistle While You Work

Patricia purchased a sofa bed from Homebase but it hasn't been delivered and is unable to get a refund. Canvassers share their experiences with Joe. Jonny Dillon explains the superstions that apparently predict the weather. Honor Heffernan talks about 'The Whistling Girl', a show based on the work of Dorothy Parker.

11-20
01:07:16

The Etiquette Of Canvassing - Whistle Blowers

What's the cut-off time for canvassing? Is it acceptable to knock on a window? Is it okay to put leaflets through a door with a 'No Junk Mail' sign? Robert collects stories and recordings of whistling.

11-19
01:04:27

Trapped In Toilet - The Boy From The Disney Short - Cost Of Business Grants

David and his autistic son were trapped in a toilet in Howth. Joe chats to Solomon Horta, who stars in the new viral Disney Short, 'The Boy & The Octopus'. Business owners who were unable to obtain Cost Of Business grants explain their situations to Joe.

11-18
01:07:40

Watch Your Step! Online Pitfalls Ahead... - Lost Love Letter Discovered - The Wonders Of Whistling

Siobhan tried to buy tickets for Benson Boone on DoneDeal. Cathy found a love letter from the 50's in a book she got from a Charity Shop. Callers who love whistling share their talents with Joe.

11-15
01:05:07

Items Not As Described - Port Tunnel Panic

Joe talks to more listeners who were dissatisfied with items they purchased from shops claiming to be based in Ireland. Bill was very stressed when he took a wrong turn in the Port Tunnel.

11-14
01:04:56

Buyer Beware - Johnny Duhan

Callers report their experiences with clothing websites that have Irish names, but where the products are shipped from other countries. Frank remembers his friend, Johnny Duhan, who died while swimming in Galway.

11-13
01:07:50

The Mystery Of Ciara Cork - Sugary Temptations - Toll Charges

Christine purchased clothing items from the Ciara Cork website but is doubting that they're based in Cork. Grace thinks there are too many sweets in service stations. Ann has been getting toll charges for the wrong car.

11-12
01:07:18

Incredible Carers - Goodbye 46A - I Always Vote But Can't This Time

Grace is 85 and is carer for her 95 year old husband. Ken Doyle of Bagatelle laments the 46A bus, which is being replaced by a different bus route in December. Fintan has always voted but his holiday clashes with the General Election Polling Day.

11-11
01:07:14

Carer's Allowance - An Post Savings Stamps Abolished

Martina has a part-time job and receives carer's allowance but has discovered she owes them money. Callers react to An Post's announcement that they are abolishing their Savings Stamps.

11-08
59:59

Tribute To Kathleen Watkins - My Dad's Ashes - Carer's Allowance Overpaid

Kathleen Watkins' daughter, Suzy, remembers her mother who died today. Marie's fathers' ashes were not kept where she thought they were. Geraldine has been asked to pay back overpayments in her carer's allowance depite previously being told that she was underpaid.

11-07
01:06:38

Donald Trump's re-election

Donald Trump became the 47th President of the United States this morning. We spoke with people in the U.S. and at home in Ireland about their thoughts on his re-election, and what it means for them.

11-06
01:08:05

Elaine McCarthy: Mother Speaks Out - Lost In Cremation - Two Purchase Minimum - Stolen Doberman

Having heard yesterday’s discussion on Kyle Hayes, the mother of Cillian McCarthy got in touch to explain what happened to Cillian following the incident in Limerick in 2019. Julie couldn't find out where her Dad's corpse was. Gordon was forced to buy 2 items in a shop to get the item he wanted. Liam's 11 year old Doberman was stolen.

11-05
01:06:59

Did Kyle Hayes Deserve a GAA All-Star Award?

Callers debate whether Kyle Hayes, who has been been found guilty of violent disorder, deserved to receive a GAA All-Star Award.

11-04
01:06:43

Dangers of Fireworks - Supermarket Apps - Le Fanu

Patrick discusses the dangers of fireworks. The difficulties of not having a smartphone and trying to get customer shopping deals. Callers speak of the Irish writer Sheridan Le Fanu and the Le Fanu festival.

11-01
57:35

Halloween and Irish Folk Traditions

Callers speak of their experiences with such things as: 'the hungry grass' and 'stray sod'.

10-31
01:09:10

63 and Homeless - Plane Nearly Leaves Passengers Stranded - Losing Your Eyesight - Voting Abroad and Political Posters

A caller tells her struggles to find accomodation whilst undergoing cancer treatment. Martha speaks about how her plane had to turn back. Callers describe their experiences of becoming visually impaired. Philip talks about the difficulties of voting abroad. Lilian has a poem about voting posters.

10-30
01:07:32

An Accident At Home

Henry speaks about a freak accident that resulted in the loss of vision in one of his eyes.

10-29
01:11:13

Santa At Arnotts - Stolen Car Update - Alibi Marketing & Alcohol - Arklow Shipping - Wheelchairs In Cinemas

This year, tickets to see Santa in Arnotts were offered to customers with Loyalty Cards. Tess' insurance company has made an offer for her stolen car. Liam thinks alcohol companies market in a sneaky manner. David describes his time working on Arklow Bridge. Oliver doesn't enjoy having to sit at the front of the cinema.

10-25
01:08:13

Clio Flano

John is a LEGEND.

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Michael Fitzpatrick

Mná nbďfgg. Jfg++f bn8i bwbm.! B

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Michael Fitzpatrick

Mná nbďfgg. Jfg++f bn8i bwbm.! B

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Kirsty Mac

Listening from Scotland, worrying.

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BRIAIN Holmes

The reason you would not hear of people at the crimmal Court is because there not always reported by meadia

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