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Sep 25, 2024 • 9min
Infamous bike shed put under microscope today
The Office of Public Works (OPW) went in front of the Finance Committee earlier this afternoon to answer questions on the infamous €335k bike shed! Joining Kieran to discuss is Peadar Toibin, Leader of the Aontu Party and a member of the Finance Committee.
Sep 25, 2024 • 5min
The excitement behind Sally Rooney’s new book!
For the release of Irish author Sally Rooney’s fourth book ‘Intermezzo’, Newstalk’s own Ciara Treacy went to Books Upstairs to meet Sally Rooney fans for a special launch event.
Sep 25, 2024 • 5min
Irish charities unite to make appeal for aid in the Middle East
Aid Agencies have made calls for public support amidst continued conflict in Gaza, and now Lebanon.CEO of Trócaire, Caoimhe De Barra, joins Kieran to discuss.Image: Max Slaughter/ Medical Aid for Palestinians
Sep 24, 2024 • 0sec
Why are atheists going to church?
You may have seen articles about atheists attending Church and finding it beneficial for their health, but what is behind this?Joining Kieran to discuss is Fr. Iggy O’Donovan, Member of the Augustinian Order, Stephen J Costello, Philosopher and Founder and Director of the Viktor Frankl Institute of Ireland and Chris Hynes, Teaching Officer with Atheist Ireland.
Sep 24, 2024 • 5min
Are fizzy drinks actually bad for you?
As soon as you step into any shop, you’re bombarded with appealing-looking fizzy drinks in the fridge, but how bad are they for you?Joining Kieran is Hazel Windsor-Aubrey, Registered Dietician with the Orla Walsh Nutrition Centre, to talk about all the health risks associated with fizzy drinks.
Sep 24, 2024 • 12min
The Bookshelf with Derry Clarke
Chef and owner of L'Ecrivain restaurant, Derry Clarke joined Kieran Cuddihy to put his favourite book on The Hard Shoulder’s Bookshelf!
Sep 24, 2024 • 9min
Irish family stuck in Lebanon following Israeli airstrikes
An Irish family is currently stuck in Lebanon after Israel launched airstrikes against Hezbollah targets yesterday.Munir Zabad, his daughter Ghadir, his wife Ghada and their son Hassan from Kilkenny are currently looking for safety outside of Beirut.Munir and Ghadir both join Kieran to discuss their situation.
Sep 24, 2024 • 11min
Is it fair to link homelessness with immigration?
“Homelessness numbers are heavily impacted by the fact we are seeing many people seek protection in our country”.That’s the comment from Taoiseach Simon Harris which has sparked much controversy in recent days. But, what are the facts behind the rhetoric?Kieran is joined by Kitty Holland, Social Affairs Correspondent of The Irish Times and John Lannon, CEO of Doras, to discuss.
Sep 24, 2024 • 9min
How bad is the new train timetable? - Henry McKean Reports
Yesterday on the show the new Irish Rail train timetable was discussed, and how it’s been an issue for commuters. The changes were made to accommodate the hourly Dublin to Belfast train.Today, Newstalk’s Henry McKean was sent out in rush hour to see how it was for passengers. Henry started his journey in Skerries and ended in the new train hub, Grand Canal Dock.
Sep 24, 2024 • 13min
Celebrating 35 years of Fair City!
This month, Fair City celebrates a huge milestone: 35 years of gripping drama in Carrigstown! Since its first episode aired back in 1989, this iconic Irish soap has become a television institution, with over 5,000 episodes under its belt. Joining Kieran to look back on some of their favourite memories from their time on the show are former Fair City Actors, Killian O’Sullivan and Claudia Carroll.Image: RTÉ
