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Oct 3, 2025 • 9min
Manchester synagogue attack - what do things look like in Ireland?
Kieran is joined by Chief Rabbi of Ireland, Yoni Wieder, to share his thoughts following the terror attack at a synagogue in Manchester which led to the loss of two lives…
Oct 3, 2025 • 10min
Are shared bank accounts a thing of the past?
Do you have a shared bank account with your partner? Or are finances something you’d like to keep to yourself? Apparently, those under 30 want nothing to do with them…Joining Kieran to discuss is Mark Fenell, Life Coach and Caitríona Redmond, Consumer Columnist with the Irish Examiner.
Oct 2, 2025 • 17min
Movies and TV: Chad Powers, The Lost Bus, All of You
Sarina Bellissimo, Broadcaster and Presenter of the Bellissimo Files Podcast and David O’Callaghan from the Here and Back Again podcast joined Kieran Cuddihy on The Hard Shoulder to review the latest TV and movie releases…
Oct 2, 2025 • 8min
Does the school lunch scheme meet all dietary requirements?
Does the school lunch scheme adequately cater for those with dietary requirements? Some parents of children with the autoimmune condition coeliac disease feel they are not given enough of a variety…Joining Kieran to discuss is Sarah Keogh, Dietician and Nutritionist with the Coeliac Society of Ireland and Alison Mainprize, concerned parent and former Paediatric Dietician.
Oct 2, 2025 • 17min
The Thursday Interview: Philly McMahon
Former Dublin Footballer Philly McMahon joins Kieran for this week's Thursday Interview!
Oct 2, 2025 • 5min
When will Gaza Flotilla participants be released?
Last night, Israeli forces intercepted 39 boats carrying aid and foreign activists to Gaza.Tánaiste Simon Harris has said that at least 14 Irish activists are among the hundreds of Gaza flotilla participants who were detained by Israeli forces…Joining Kieran to discuss and give the latest updates is Irish Author, Naoise Dolan, who is still onboard the Flotilla en route to Gaza…
Oct 2, 2025 • 12min
Darragh O’Brien on the MetroLink plan approval
Today, the long-awaited MetroLink line, which will finally connect Dublin Airport to the city by rail, has been approved by An Coimisiún Pleanála, three years after planning permission was sought.The 18.8km rail line, expected to cost more than €10 billion, was first proposed a quarter of a century ago, and is anticipated to begin operations in the mid-2030s.Joining Kieran to discuss this is the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment and also Minister for Transport, Darragh O’Brien.
Oct 2, 2025 • 16min
Kate O’Connor on winning silver at the World Athletics Championships!
Following her success at the World Athletics Championships, Kate O'Connor joins Kieran to discuss the achievement!
Oct 2, 2025 • 9min
Do we need a postal vote system?
Ahead of the Presidential Election, should we revisit the idea of early and postal voting? Are the rules outdated?Joining Kieran to discuss is Evelyn Cormican, Business Owner and Galway Resident, and Ryan O’Meara, Fianna Fáil TD.
Oct 2, 2025 • 12min
How to do Stuff: Clapping
Life can be full of confusing things, but no need to worry! Every Wednesday, Simon Tierney will be showing you ‘How to do Stuff’ - bringing his best tips for those things you might not think about.This week, Simon joins Kieran to discuss how you can properly clap!
