The Claire Byrne Show
Newstalk
Claire Byrne explores the big stories through the lens of real life.This podcast brings context, consequences and clarity to the issues shaping Ireland today.Covering politics and current affairs alongside the human stories behind them, Claire asks the questions people are thinking, but don’t always hear answered.From housing and health to work, family life, well-being and culture, you’ll hear smart, engaging discussion and moments of light relief - connecting the dots between what’s happening and what it means for you.
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Mar 26, 2026 • 9min
What employers and employees need to know about redundancy
We hear news about redundancies more often than we’d like, so it’s worth knowing what your rights and obligations are if it happens. Joining Claire to discuss further was Partner and Head of Employment Law at EY Law Ireland Deirdre Malone.
Mar 26, 2026 • 16min
Impressionist and Comedian Conor Moore
After a sold-out run, Impressionist and Comedian, Conor Moore, has announced an additional night of comedy at the 3Olympia in Dublin on the 14th of May. Conor joined Claire in studio to chat.
Mar 26, 2026 • 17min
The excitement in Prague is building !
The Irish team are in Prague to take on the Czechia in a World Cup Playoff this evening. The winner moves on to Tuesday night for a final playoff game to get to the World Cup the loser goes home. We heard from Off The Ball’s Eoin Sheahan is in the Old Town in Prague and also Henry McKean who is out and about with the Irish fans.
Mar 26, 2026 • 10min
Overcoming heart problems to run a half marathon
Tony Barry was out for a run when he collapsed, and a diagnosis of brain tumour changed his life. Now, while still deal with the implications of his diagnosis, Tony Barry is taking to the roads again and will attempt to complete a half marathon. Tony joined Claire this morning.
Mar 26, 2026 • 5min
Singer Duffy to share sex assault ordeal in new documentary
In an upcoming documentary on Disney plus, the singer Duffy will be giving her first interview on the sexual assault and kidnapping that resulted in her leaving public life. To chat more about this further Claire was joined by Film Reviewer, Cara O’Doherty.
Mar 26, 2026 • 6min
Is a supermarket price war on the way?
Wouldn’t it be great if your weekly shop didn't break the bank? Lidl Ireland has said today it will make further price cuts across its own-brand milk and butter range. Does this signal a shift in the cost of groceries? All to discuss with Consumer Journalist Conor Pope.
Mar 26, 2026 • 12min
Sky crack down further against dodgy-box owners
The names and addressed of over 300 ‘dodgy box’ users are set to be given to Sky, according to the High Court. In what is a significant step, Sky is redoubling its efforts to crack down on the illegal streaming of its content. We got the details with Adrian Weckler is Technology Editor for the Irish Independent.
Mar 25, 2026 • 8min
The style of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy
The style of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy is everywhere we look now, with the release of Disney’s Love Story. So, how do we replicate it? Claire askes The Style Bob’s Aoife Dunican.
Mar 25, 2026 • 12min
What young people are worried about?
Do we listen to our young people enough when we talk about things like the cost of living or mental health issues? Are we taking the time to hear from them about what’s really impacting our young people, and how they feel about the country and world that they’re living in? Joining Claire to discuss further were 21 year old Georgia May Staunton. 20 year old Franek Dunbronski and by the CEO of the youth mental health organisation, Spunout Sinead Keane.
Mar 25, 2026 • 3min
Man charged following Dublin city centre drug seizure
A man aged in his 30s who was arrested following a drug seizure in the city centre has appeared in court this morning. The accused was remanded on bail and the case was adjourned for DPP directions. Frank Greaney Newstalk’s Court Correspondent brought us the details.
