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Nov 1, 2024 • 9min
How is early voting in the USA going?
Early voting in the US is well underway, with suggestions that Harris is currently edging a lead.But, what is at play here, how does the early vote work, and is there any basis from Trump's claims of election interference?Kieran is joined by Tim Malloy, Quinnipiac Polling Analyst and former NBC Journalist to discuss.

Nov 1, 2024 • 10min
Updates on the flooding in Spain
The death toll from the floods in Spain has passed 200 and now stands at 205, as residents in the Valencia region were warned to brace for more rain.For the latest updates Kieran is joined by Graham Keeley, Spain Correspondent with The Independent UK, and Caroline Leahy, Secretary of The Midleton and East Cork Flood Protection Group joins to discuss gauging flood risks without a flood warning system.

Oct 31, 2024 • 12min
Rudi Vata on his connection to Ireland
Former Glasgow Celtic player Rudi Vata has had a career that has taken him all over the world, but he has remained connected to Ireland, with a keen interest in the Irish International Football teams. He has writing a book chronicling his journey…Rudi Vata, Author of “Football, Freedom and Paradise: Rudi Vata – My Story” co-written by Gerry McDade joins guest host Mandy Johnston to discuss.Image: @GerardMcDade on X

Oct 31, 2024 • 8min
Biden calls Trump supporters “garbage” - was that smart?
The Kuhner Report on WRKO AM680 Radio in Boston is hosted by Jeffrey T. Kuhner, "Liberalism's Worst Nightmare," he is a conservative nationalist, who champions God, country and family.President Joe Biden has found himself in a bit of hot water after responding to comments made by Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe about Puerto Rico being a pile of garbage - referring to Trump supporters themselves as “garbage”.Jeff joins guest host Mandy Johnston to discuss.Image: Reuters

Oct 31, 2024 • 8min
Remembering David Davin-Power
Former Broadcaster and Correspondent David-Davin Power has passed away at the age of 72.Guest host Mandy Johnston is joined by Ivan Yates, former Fine Gael Minister and Broadcaster to reflect on his legacy.

Oct 31, 2024 • 7min
Kidstalk: How do you celebrate Halloween?
Today is the day for ghouls and goblins, and so it’s time for Henry McKean to visit O'Connell Primary in Dublin 1 for a special Halloween Kidstalk!

Oct 31, 2024 • 12min
Can Ireland reach 1 million EVs by 2030?
Our plan for one million electric vehicles by 2030 is simply an illusion, so writes Independent Senator Michael McDowell in the Irish Times.He joins Mandy Johnston to discuss his concerns.

Oct 31, 2024 • 12min
What changes can you expect in the next election?
There will be a few changes for this election, including who you can vote for due to boundary changes, gender quota increases, and a lot more.Joining guest host Mandy Johnston to go through all of this is Dr. Jennifer Kavanagh, Lecturer in Constitutional Law at South East Technological University.

Oct 31, 2024 • 15min
Can US Election polls be trusted?
It’s less than a week out from the highly anticipated US presidential election, and Harris and Trump are neck and neck in the polls... However, guest host Mandy Johnston’s guest is sceptical of these polls.Karl Deeter, Financial Advisor, joins to discuss why he thinks Trump will win by a higher margin than predicted.

Oct 31, 2024 • 12min
Should we have a 4-day work week?
More and more companies are adjusting to a 4-day work week, but is this what is best for productivity, or will it encourage more burnout and longer working days?Joining guest host Mandy Johnston to discuss is Managing Director of Futurewise, Peter Cosgrove and Ellen Kavanagh from Waxperts.


