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Jan 6, 2026 • 13min
Trump sets his sights once more to Greenland
Following his military intervention in Venezuela, US President Donald Trump has turned his sights to other potential targets – one of which has previously come onto his radar: Greenland. The Danish territory is home to a US Space Force base but Trump has restated his desire to now fully take the country. Pat discusses this and more with Mogens Lykketoft, Former Foreign Minister for Denmark.
Jan 6, 2026 • 8min
What makes women feel the cold more than men?
Do you often find yourself battling with others to turn the heating up or down? Or maybe people in your workplace are feeling colder than you despite sitting under the same air conditioning. Well, what does that actually mean and what makes women feel the cold more than men? All to chat about with Leona Donaghy, PhD researcher in the Belfast School of Architecture and the Built Environment at Ulster University.
Jan 6, 2026 • 11min
The latest on the second day of the Taoiseach’s visit to China
Today marks the second day of Taoiseach Michael Martin’s official visit to China and trade was high on the agenda. However Martin’s meeting with the Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing was mired with questions surrounding the ousting of Nicolas Maduro from Venezuela.Pat spoke to Emily Keegan, Newstalk Reporter who is reporting for us in China.
Jan 6, 2026 • 9min
The fallout from Maduro’s ousting continues
As the fallout from Maduro’s ousting continues, as it's estimated that a dozen oil tankers are trying to escape a US naval blockade of Venezuela country and one was 250 miles off the coast of Ireland. Pat discusses this further with Conor Gallagher, Security Correspondent with the Irish Times.
Jan 5, 2026 • 3min
Henry McKean visited Jessie Buckley's old school in Thurles
Jessie Buckley won Best Actress at last night's Golden Globes. Henry McKean visited Jessie's old school Ursuline Secondary SchoolThurles, Co -Tipperary and met the students and the drama teacher.
Jan 5, 2026 • 9min
Nine science backed small steps to feeling better in 2026
As the new year is here and many are starting a set of new resolutions. Stephanie Regan looks at the 9-science backed small steps to feeling better in 2026. Some of these include to stop striving for perfection, practice self-compassion and invest in better friendships.
Jan 5, 2026 • 6min
The race to save Shackleton’s villa in South Georgia
Stromness whaling station, where Shackleton crafted the rescue mission of his men from Elephant Island, is now under restoration. At the brink of collapse, Shackleton's South Georgia base has indelible ties to Ireland.
Jan 5, 2026 • 14min
Ask The Expert: On employment law
Employment Law Expert and Chief Business Officer at Arachas Julie Galbraith answers listeners employment-related questions and what to do if the cold spell affects your work.
Jan 5, 2026 • 16min
How are countries in South America reacting to the ousting of Maduro
As Nicolas Maduro is set to face appear in court a New York City today after his capture by the us military for drug and weapons charges. But back in Venezuela, the country continues to revel in the disgraced leader’s ousting as neighbouring countries in Latin America raise concerns about any attempt at US governmental control of natural resources. Pat discusses this further with Alan McPherson, Freaney Professor of History and Director of the Center for the Study of Force and Diplomacy at Temple University.
Jan 5, 2026 • 11min
Motoring news and updates with Geraldine Herbert
This week on our motoring slot, Geraldine Herbert discusses the danger of a maxed out M50,the Dublin traffic plan and how Tesla loses ev pole position.
