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Jan 20, 2026 • 13min
Mental health support benches aim to save lives
Micky Hazard’s nephew Jay passed away in 2019 when he took his own life, and the loss has spurred Micky on to help others. He and his sister have set up benches across the UK and Ireland that show phone numbers and QR codes where those in distress can seek out help.He joins Seán to share his story.

Jan 20, 2026 • 8min
The Commodore 64 returns - how well does it hold up?
The iconic 1980s video game console Commodore 64 is being re-launched. But how well does it hold up in this decade?Tech Journalist Emmet Ryan joins Seán to discuss.

Jan 20, 2026 • 8min
EU says we need to stockpile 72 hours worth of stuff in case of disaster
Hadja Lahbib, the Preparedness and Crisis Management Commissioner for the EU, has called on citizens to prepare at least 72 hours' worth of essential supplies in case of a crisis, whether it be weather related or otherwise.Joining Seán to discuss this is Frank Deegan, Founder of the Irish Survival and Prepper Group…

Jan 20, 2026 • 15min
Beckham feud - what’s the next step for PR?
The fallout for the Beckham family continues in the wake of Brooklyn Beckham’s bombshell statement last night, but how will his parents David and Victoria respond?There is no doubt that crisis PR teams are hard at work... So how do things like these play out behind the scenes when a high profile brand or family is imploding?Deirdre Waldron is the Founder of Fuzion, a brand communication agency and over the last three decades has vast experience in this area, specialising in reputation management and crisis communications. She joins Seán to discuss.

Jan 20, 2026 • 8min
New EU law could kill the car radio
Big tech is affecting every part of our lives and today the European Commission is launching a law which could very well mean the end of the car radio…With streaming and apps available in newer, fancier cars, will this spell the end of channel hopping between local stations?Fianna Fáil MEP for Dublin, Barry Andrews, joins Seán to discuss.

Jan 19, 2026 • 6min
Dealing with ‘central heating hair’
With the weather fluctuating between cold and mild, many listeners will be struck with ‘central heating hair’, but what is it, and how can it be controlled?Joining Seán to discuss is Hair Stylist Katrina Kelly…

Jan 19, 2026 • 15min
Is antisocial behaviour getting worse?
Is antisocial behaviour really getting worse? And do you feel unsafe on our city streets?The problems with Dublin have been extensively documented: crime, homelessness, addiction, but is there a reason to be optimistic?Tony Duffin is the former CEO of the Ana Liffey Drug Project and for over 25 years has worked to improve things for the most vulnerable in society...He joins Seán to discuss.

Jan 19, 2026 • 8min
The not-so-glamorous side of running
With an increase in people taking part in long distance running and competing in races, it can cause the so-called “runner’s tummy” which is a common and often embarrassing side effect of endurance exercise, caused by a mix of digestion, nerves, timing, and what we eat before a run.Joining Seán to discuss this and give advice for runners is Dietitian, Orla Walsh.

Jan 19, 2026 • 13min
AI porn addiction is on the rise - what can be done?
There hasn’t been a day this week that the dangers of Grok haven’t been highlighted: particularly the nudification of women and children. However, AI’s dangerous and dark influence has been seeping in for many people, and now AI is impacting porn addiction in a big way as people begin to seek help…Family Psychotherapist specialising in porn addiction, David Kavanagh is highlighting this trend, and joins Seán to discuss.

Jan 19, 2026 • 21min
Should we adopt ‘French’ Sundays? - Henry McKean Asks
Do we need to be more like the French and keep Sundays sacred? Closing the shops and forcing people to rest?Henry McKean has been asking the public, and joins Seán to discuss.


