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Late last week, the intelligence service of South Korea stated that it believed Kim Jong Un has “entered the stage of nominating [his daughter, who is 13 years old] as successor.” But, how exactly does succession work in the secretive state?Joining Seán to discuss is Hazel Smith, Professor of Korean Studies at SOAS, the School of Oriental and African Studies, in London…Image: Reuters

A science conference has been told that taking better care of your teeth and gums can cut the risk of developing more than 50 conditions and diseases, including dementia and arthritis.But why is this the case?Joining Seán to discuss is Caroline Robbins, Dentist with Kiwi Dental and Vice chair of Irish Dental Association GP Committee.

Four elm trees in a quiet square in Rathmines could help bring back Ireland’s native elm.Experts believe the trees in Kenilworth Square may be resistant to Dutch elm disease, the fungus that has destroyed most elms across Ireland over the past 50 years.If confirmed, these rare survivors could provide the genetic key to restoring the native wych elm nationwide.Joining Seán to discuss is Arboriculturist Joe McConville.

With Ramadan kicking off tomorrow for Ireland’s Muslim community, the next 30 days are a major challenge, both physically and mentally. There is a lot of commitment required to forego water and food between sunrise and sunset. But, what exactly are the practicalities of Ramadan on a day-to-day basis?Joining Seán to discuss is Ibrahim Noonan, the Imam of Galway Mosque…

Just 3 bus stops were built last year in Dublin, the year before it was 37. With 6 months of rain falling in 6 days, commuters are getting wet like never before. Henry McKean jumped on the bus to find out more, chatting to experts and passengers. He met Green Party Leader Roderic O'Gorman, who has raised the issue in the Dáil, and sent in this report.

While Community Employment schemes are available to sports clubs and organisations, some argue those resources should be more focused on essential community work, especially as volunteer numbers continue to fall.With more people commuting, less involvement in parish life, and fewer stepping forward to help, questions are now being raised about the future of community spirit, and whether CE schemes are becoming the backbone holding it all together.Joining Seán to discuss is Martin Murray, former Mayor of Whitegate in Cork.

Today is Friday the 13th a date that, for many, carries an uneasy sense of bad luck and looming misfortune. From religious folklore linking the number 13 to Judas at the Last Supper, to modern horror films that cement its ominous reputation, the superstition has endured for generations.But where does this fear really come from, and why does it still hold power in a country like Ireland, rich in folklore and tradition?  Dr Kelly Fitzgerald, Head of the UCD School of Celtic Studies and Folklore, joined Sean to explain

Church launches marriage-themed computer game for Valentine’s Day aimed at enticing more couples to the altar – What other video games try to encourage human behaviour (social engineering) and the marriages of gamers? Ronan Price, Journalist and games critic at Irish Independent joined Sean to explain all.

Chef Catherine Fulvio has launched a new Online  cookery course for transition year students. The course aims to equip gen z with basic cooking skills so that they can cook easy and doable meals for themselves later in life. But is teaching Gen Z cooking online the best method? Catherine Fulvio  Owner of Ballyknocken of House & Cookery School in Wicklow, joined Sean to explain why young people are learning the art of cooking online now.  

There was a time when pubs would close for “holy hour” on Sundays. However, that was abolished in 2000, but what are the other strange things pubs in Ireland did back in the “good old days”Joining Sean to explain all the strange rules and traditions that used to exist in pubs was Mick Clifford from the Irish Examiner