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The daily dose of madness and intrigue from Sean Moncrieff and his rebel radio crew.
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Tom’s guest is a member of Gen Z, meaning she is a digital native, growing up in a world of MP3 music, streaming platforms like Netflix and smartphones. But recently, she decided to jump on the so-called ‘Analogue Challenge’, ditching all modern appliances for the glories of old-fashioned devices.Aoife Rooney is the Assistant Editor of Weekend Magazine at the Irish Independent, and joins to discuss her experience.
Many OnlyFans models, who might have hundreds of thousands of followers, outsource their private messaging obligations to teams of so-called ‘chatters’, but who are these people, and what exactly do they have to do to earn their keep? Joining guest host Tom Dunne to discuss is Freelance Journalist Lara Bowman, who has been investigating all this for the Times in the UK...
A dad in the UK has gone viral after spending over a year parking in every single space at his local Sainsbury’s, carefully tracking and rating each one.What started as a way to beat boredom has captured people’s attention online, raising questions about why we’re so fascinated by the mundane…Bored man Gareth Wild joins guest host Tom Dunne to discuss!
While most of the attention in the bald community is given to the hair transplant industry, the toupee, or ‘hair system’, is experiencing something of a moment currently.Joining Tom Dunne to discuss is a man who works in this area, Jamie Kidd, owner of JK Hair Replacement in Phibsboro…
Dogs are increasingly becoming a beloved part of weddings. Kathryn Scroope, registered Veterinary Nurse and Founder of Salty Dogs Kerry is providing a very popular dog chaperoning service for people's nuptials… What could go wrong!?Kathryn joins guest host Tom Dunne to discuss.
Red carpet season doesn’t just bring glamour; it shapes the body standards we absorb. This year, a trend towards extreme thinness has sparked concern, yet we’re also told never to comment on others’ bodies.So, has that well-meaning rule gone too far, and are we now avoiding conversations we actually need to have?Joining guest host Tom Dunne to discuss is Catherine Prasifka, Novelist and Columnist.
The Housing Minister yesterday stated that no large town in Ireland is likely to achieve city status in the near future. This has come as a great disappointment to the members of the Drogheda City Status Group, which has been campaigning on this issue for many years.Joining guest host Tom Dunne to discuss is their PRO, Anthony Murphy.
As the Leaving Cert oral exams begin this weekend, we’re going to look now at some tips and tricks not just to help your kids manage the stress involved, but also to succeed.Joining guest host Tom Dunne to discuss is Dan Sheedy, Principal of the Tuition Centre and a secondary school teacher for 25 years…
We have probably all used ‘Doctor Google’ before a visit to a GP or consultant, but patients are now frequently turning to AI to ask about symptoms and even self diagnose!Dr Omar Tujjar is Founder of international society of medical AI and Consultant in Anaesthesia, Intensive Care, and Pain Medicine at the National Orthopaedic Hospital Cappagh. He joins guest host Tom Dunne to discuss.
It's the final countdown to the must-win World Cup play-off match between Czechia and the Republic of Ireland in Prague.What is your favourite nostalgic moment supporting the boys in green? Was it Italia 90, USA 94 or more recently Troy Parrott getting a hat-trick against Hungary last November? Henry McKean is in Prague, and has been chatting to fans…
Do you keep books in your toilet? Are they randomly thrown in there, or do you carefully select what’s on display? And, should you even keep books there?Avril Allen Murphy, Interior Designer, joins Séan to discuss.
In an anonymous industrial state in Berlin, there's a clinic, but it doesn’t treat any diseases: it’s for people with a sexual fetish, who are turned on by medical environments.So, how does this clinic work in treating that?Dr Lana Van Orten, German Fetish Doctor and Dominatrix joins Seán to discuss.
Seán’s guest has lived with slightly misaligned eyes ever since she was a child, leading to many occasions where people are not quite sure who she is speaking to… But how has it affected her life more broadly?Joining to discuss is Saoirse Hanley, Journalist with the Irish Independent.
Every Wednesday, Podcaster Cassie Delaney will join Seán to share some unusual stories on heinous crimes.This week, Cassie joins to discuss three mysterious deaths, decades apart from all over the world that have similar traits…
From a small village in Kerry to the streets of New York, one Irish emigrant would go on to bring the world’s most powerful city to a standstill.Mike Quill wasn’t just a trade union leader, he was a revolutionary shaped by Ireland’s Civil War, who fought for workers’ rights, racial equality and dignity on the job. His legacy would even earn the respect of Martin Luther King Jr.Seán is joined to discuss by Lorcan Collins, who runs 1916 Walking Tours.
The Oscars red carpet was in a skip. Then a woman took it home for her flat. What else could be repurposed? Paige Thalia, Content Creator
Jonathan DeBurca Butler joins Seán Moncrieff to take listeners through the week's international stories.
While social class has played an influential role in society, are the traditional markers of the working class, middle class and upper class still relevant? The Telegraph has undertaken an ambitious survey of 13,000 people in Britain and Northern Ireland and has now compiled a new 6-category class system based on the results. Joining Sean was Connor Ibbetson, Senior Special Projects Reporter for the Telegraph to explain.
A new child-led campaign launching today in Dublin’s North Inner City is giving young people a voice on safety and bullying. Organised by the Community After Schools Project, “Listen to Us” shares children’s experiences through short podcasts and videos. It comes as referrals to Tusla continue to rise, highlighting growing concerns around child safety. Joining Sean to explain the project was Ruth Breen, DLP Designated Liason Person, Community After Schools and Taylor Brennan, who is an 11 year old student
Wherever you go, it wouldn’t be unusual to see a queue for the ladies' toilets...whether it’s at a function, a wedding reception, a bar, a shopping centre...so, why is toilet access for women not more of a priority and should more toilets be made available? Joining Sean was someone who has first-hand experience of this...Journalist Niamh O’Reilly
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Do the messages... Déan na teachtaireachtaí
Glass of milk with coffee ice cubes!
Does anyone know of a guideline for this that could be shared in group... An etiquette guide?
Why bugs... Do we not say insects in Ireland?
Guy sounds like Cal Thomas.
What's with this "sneakers" malarkey....? "runners" they're called
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"normal mothers" what's that now??
really great podcast my favorite radio personality
old episode uploaded instead of a newer episode.
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