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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Feb 26, 2026 • 16min
Is it time to help smaller landlords more?
The country’s largest landlord has said their rental income could increase by 25% thanks to new Government rules. Ires Reit own over 3,000 properties across the country. Reforms will give landlords the ability to reset rents to market rates if a tenant voluntarily ends the lease. Is it time to help smaller landlords more?All to discuss with Pat Farrell, Chief executive of Irish Institutional Property an oganisation representing large property investors
Feb 25, 2026 • 8min
Loads of clothes but nothing to wear!
Do you ever stare into your wardrobe and think you have nothing to wear, despite the fact that it is packed to the gills? Well we have just the woman to help. Claire was joined by Aoife Dunican, also known as The Style Bob.
Feb 25, 2026 • 9min
Can Gaming be used for good?
When we talk about gaming, it’s generally in the negative. Violence in games or kids being addicted to them or stranger danger online..But have you ever heard of gaming being used for good? Here to tell Claire more is Chief Strategy Officer at Planet Play and Host of 'The Good Game Club' podcast Jude Ower.
Feb 25, 2026 • 15min
Two models experience on America's Next Top Model
The new documentary ‘Inside America’s Next Top Model’ on Netflix has made us rethink the reality TV show many of us used to enjoy. Body-shaming, dangerous stunts and humiliating challenges were all parts of the show's huge success and public appeal at the time. But it hasn’t aged well. Joining Claire this morning was Model Jeana Turner who featured on the show’s 24th season and also Sarah Hartshorne from Season 9 of America’s Next Top Model
Feb 25, 2026 • 9min
Who should use and who should avoid retinol?
Social media users have been raving about using retinol on their skin to help with anti-aging and fighting acne. But some people do not respond well to the product. So who should use it and who should avoid retinol? All to discuss with Rosemary Coleman, Consultant Dermatologist at the Blackrock Clinic.
Feb 25, 2026 • 15min
Irish Mammy Cooks Cookbook by Orla Drumgoole
Orla Drumgoole is an Irish mammy who loves to cook, bake and feed people. She joined Claire on the show along with some delicious shortbread to celebrate the launch of the Irish Mammy Cooks Cookbook.
Feb 25, 2026 • 8min
The fears that mobile phone behaviour while driving is worsening
There are fears that mobile phone behaviour while driving is worsening, with some motorists being caught watching Netflix while in traffic. To chat about this growing issue was Brenda Bolger, owner of Bolger School of Motoring in Kilkenny.
Feb 25, 2026 • 12min
Post-mortem service in ‘crisis'
Grieving families are increasingly having to delay burying relatives because of hold-ups in carrying out post-mortems in multiple counties. Incoming president of the Coroners Society of Ireland Dr Denis McCauley raised the alarm and spoke to Claire about this ongoing situation this morning.
Feb 25, 2026 • 10min
The financial mistakes we can make after buying a house
If you’re one of the lucky ones who has made it onto the property ladder, don’t rest easy yet. It turns out there are still some financial mistakes we can make after buying a house. All to chat about with MD of DNG Financial Services Cian Carolan.
Feb 25, 2026 • 8min
Parking in Dublin City: should it be made more difficult?
Should employers offer cash alternatives instead of free parking to staff to get people out of their cars? Green Party Cllr David Healy, of Fingal County Council thinks so and he explained why to Claire on the show.
