Ellen Coyne

Jack Horgan-Jones, a keen political analyst, joins Cormac McQuinn, who dives deep into party strategies, and Ellen Coyne, a sharp commentator on political leadership. They explore the intricate presidential nomination process and the impact of independent candidates. The discussion heats up over the absence of a dedicated Minister for Defence and its implications on investment. They also ponder whether current party leaders are stifling their parties’ potential and if centrist politics can withstand populist pressures. A festive analysis filled with insights!

Brigid Laffan, European politics expert; Ellen Coyne, political reporter; Oisín Coghlan, energy and climate adviser; Finian McGrath, disability rights advocate. They discuss a US rescue in Iran and risks of escalation. They cover how the Gulf conflict hits Ireland’s cost of living and transport. Energy strategy, renewables and LNG get debate. By-elections, polling and Artemis II’s inspiring moon mission are also explored.

Ellen Coyne, a political correspondent at The Irish Times, outlines a women's group that has shifted from campaigning on gender identity to focusing on immigration. She explains the group's origins, its controversial claims linking immigration to sexual violence, the evidence gaps, the political figures who backed them, and how the story could affect wider politics.

Harry McGee, senior political journalist at The Irish Times, brings investigative context. Ellen Coyne, political correspondent at The Irish Times, offers sharp analysis. They discuss the Taoiseach’s tricky White House visit and its diplomatic optics. They examine the improving UK-Ireland summit at Fota House and modern maritime and cyber security threats. They also cover the Moriarty tribunal closure and its political reverberations.

Declan Power, security and defence analyst with military and UN experience, joins by phone. Dan Mulhall, former Irish ambassador to Washington, offers diplomatic perspective. Gerard Howlin, ex‑government adviser, brings political and economic commentary. Ellen Coyne, political correspondent at The Irish Times, provides policy analysis. They discuss regional security, Gulf war impacts, diplomatic strategy, risks to peacekeepers, energy costs and domestic political fallout.

Cormac McQuinn, political correspondent known for Dáil reporting, and Ellen Coyne, incisive commentator on Irish politics, unpack a week of high-stakes moments. They discuss state apologies and survivors’ needs. They probe new rent rules, investor incentives and possible rent rises. They examine planning delays, the Rotunda row, and the unfolding Dublin Central and Galway West byelection contests.

Pat Leahy, seasoned political editor known for sharp international analysis, and Ellen Coyne, political correspondent versed in Irish and European affairs, discuss the Greenland row and why Europe took a firmer line with Donald Trump. They examine NATO implications, European solidarity, Ireland’s diplomatic tightrope, and domestic political flashpoints like Bord Bia and rent reform.

Join political correspondent Harry McGee, journalist Ellen Coyne, and London correspondent Mark Paul as they delve into the explosive Grok app controversy. They discuss the legal loopholes surrounding non-consensual intimate images and the urgent need for updated regulations. The conversation also touches on the staggering energy consumption of a Dublin data center and the political fallout from Robert Jenrick's defection to Reform UK, analyzing its implications for the Conservative Party and the broader climate of UK politics.

Ellen Coyne, an Irish Times political correspondent, dives into the dark side of AI with a focus on Elon Musk’s Grok app. She discusses how it allows users to create non-consensual intimate images, raising alarming legal and moral questions. Ellen highlights the platform's popularity and Musk's mixed responses to criticism. She addresses gaps in current laws protecting victims and how proposed legislation aims to tackle harmful deepfakes. The conversation reveals the urgent need for effective safeguards against AI-driven abuse.

Jack Horgan-Jones, a political correspondent for The Irish Times specializing in EU matters, joins Ellen Coyne, a political reporter focused on domestic policy. They dive into the controversial EU-Mercosur trade deal, highlighting Ireland's opposition due to the farming lobby's influence. The conversation shifts to Taoiseach Micheál Martin's trade-focused trip to China, juxtaposed with human rights concerns. Ellen discusses innovative student housing reforms, advocating for co-living models. Tune in for insights on politics, trade, and accommodation!