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Oct 3, 2024 • 5min
The full story behind Rock Shandy’s invention
It is a very nostalgic Irish drink that people will remember fondly from their childhood but the pub where the Rock Shandy was invented now features the full story on their wall.Joining Seán to discuss is Nigel O’Rourke, owner of O'Rourke's Tavern in Blackrock in Dublin…

Oct 3, 2024 • 0sec
What is ‘Emophilia’?
You have probably fallen in love - maybe more than once! However, there are some who fall in love so often, it can become problematic: it's called 'Emophilia'.Joining Seán to discuss is Daniel Nelson Jones, Associate Professor of Management and Interdisciplinary Social Psychology at the University of Nevada Reno.

Oct 3, 2024 • 24min
Are you posh? - Henry McKean Asks
What does it mean to be posh? Is it as simple as washing your hands more than once a day? Or do you have to drink tea with a pinky out?Henry McKean has been out asking the public about their poshness, and joins Seán to discuss.

Oct 2, 2024 • 8min
What is the ‘Joint Standoff Weapon’?
As part of Joe Biden’s massive financial and weapons package for Ukraine, one particular munition stands out for its longer-range capabilities. It’s called the ‘Joint Standoff Weapon’. But, what exactly is it, and how does it work?Joining Seán to discuss is Jake Epstein, Senior Defence Reporter for Business Insider…Image: Reuters

Oct 2, 2024 • 7min
Germany’s strange relationship with cannabis
Germany legalised the use of cannabis six months ago by introducing a so-called ‘club model’. But, due to classic German red tape issues, movement has been exceptionally slow. So, what’s going on?Joining Seán to discuss is Paul Krantz, a journalist with The Local in Berlin.

Oct 2, 2024 • 8min
What are your ‘sleep crutches’?
Do you go to sleep to the sound of waves crashing against rocks? Or does the sound of a river flowing help you drift off? Well, you’re not alone! New research has found that 'green noises' from nature are the most relaxing. However, if you rely on these noises to soothe you to sleep, what happens when you don’t have access to them? Seán is joined by Anne Marie Boyhan, Holistic Sleep Expert, founder of the Sleep Care Company and Author of the 'Sleep Journal' to discuss.

Oct 2, 2024 • 18min
The ethical porn site for women
A British erotica website aims to deliver ethically made pornography with the female consumer in mind, offering itself as the antithesis of mass-produced American porn.Joining Seán to discuss is Anna Richards, Founder of FrolicMe…

Sep 30, 2024 • 8min
Why was a fake mountain built in Shanghai?
While the Chinese are well known for their construction mega projects, a new installation in Shanghai called Twin Hills is literally an artificial mountain. Joining Seán to discuss his experience being there is Oliver Wainwright, Architecture Critic for the Guardian.Image: Shanghai Daily

Sep 30, 2024 • 9min
Should the Church allow weddings outside of churches?
A new study from the Iona Institute finds that people are opting less and less for a Church wedding. But, one of the report’s recommendations is for the Church to follow American Catholicism’s lead and allow marriage ceremonies to take place outside of church buildings.Joining Seán to discuss Breda O’Brien, Columnist with the Irish Times and patron of the Iona Institute.

Sep 30, 2024 • 10min
Can you separate the art from the artist?
A new play in London explores the darker side to beloved children’s author Roald Dahl and his antisemitism. It begs the question: can you separate the art from the artist? Joining Seán to discuss is Pop Culture and Entertainment Expert, Deirdre Molumby.Image: Manuel Harlan


