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Patricia Messenger presents Cork Today, discussing current affairs in Cork and beyond, every weekday from 10am to 1pm.

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Today · 1 hr 54 min
CorkToday 21st October 2026
The latest Early Years Sector Profile figures show that Cork City is experiencing a staggering staff turnover rate, we look at the sharp rise in problem gambling, we mark National Stuttering Awareness Week, on Wednesday Wisdom: Am I the Scrooge of Halloween? I dread the constant bell ringing and knocks as Trick-Or-Treaters do the rounds and gardening advice with Peter Dowdall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Yesterday · 1 hr 55 min
CorkToday 20th October 2026
What’s the bus service like in your area?, Cathal Nolan from Ireland’s Weather Channel, the future of aging and how we live our lives, Dogs Trust on their Sound Blanket helping pets to cope with the noise of fireworks and Counsellor Joe Heffernan discusses OCD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Monday · 1 hr 52 min
CorkToday 19th October 2026
A Cork Dad on what he learned raising two Deaf children, navigating grief and loss: a look ahead to a free information evening hosted by the West Cork Bereavement Network, guidance for sports clubs on applying for funding, what’s next for the former Central Hotel in Mallow? and nutritional advice with Anneliese Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Friday · 2 hr 1 min
CorkToday 16th October 2026
Concern over a projected €2.5 billion shortfall in the CAP budget, Ellie and Mark share tales from their cycle across 24 countries and 3 continents, Men's Shed Grants, Celebrity Traitors catch-up with Orla and Movies with Mark Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thursday · 1 hr 55 min
CorkToday 15th October 2026
Should election posters be banned or the numbers limited during a campaign?, are GDPR issues hindering the installation of CCTV in communities?, it’s time to ‘Own Your Rights’ as a renter, we hear about Cork County Council’s plan to mark the 100th anniversary of Amhrán na bhFiann as our official National Anthem and Dr Genie answers your pet questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 14 · 1 hr 52 min
CorkToday 14th October 2026
A call for more flexibility in the ECCE childcare scheme, Broadcaster Mary Kennedy, formerly of Nationwide, on her new book about celebrating ageing, will you take a cyber break this weekend?, On Wednesday Wisdom: I’m new to work from home and I miss the routine of the office and gardening advice with Peter Dowdall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 13 · 1 hr 58 min
CorkToday 13th October 2026
A new report shows property prices in Cork are up 20k in 12 months, Councillor Gillian Coughlan on her new role in Europe, the CCPC share advice ahead of purchasing your Halloween costumes, Older Adult Fitness Specialist, Lorna O’ Regan on how to make exercise a habit and Paul Kavanagh from McCarthy Insurance Group on all things motor insurance in deer rutting season Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 12 · 2 hr
CorkToday 12th October 2026
Senator Noel O Donovan has come out in support with the carers & their families in West Cork in need of respite care. The official launch of ‘Rebels Unplugged’, an initiative aiming to delay smartphones being given to youths. The ASTI have announced 2 days of strike action over the next few weeks, we’ll find out why and what needs to change. Anne O Donovan discusses supports for older people. Anneliese answers all nutritional questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 9 · 1 hr 56 min
CorkToday 9th October 2026
Craig Coady’s son Paudie has finally received the vital SkyClarys drug after much campaigning. The Billy O Connell Modern & Vintage Tractor, Car & Truck Run, as well as a family funday this coming Sunday. TD Michael Collins calls to help an Irish man get home after being seriously injured in Greece. Traitors Review with Orla O Donovan, and Hannah Ni Suilleabhain. Movie Review with Mark where he will review Verity, and Unibomber Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 8 · 1 hr 56 min
CorkToday 8th October 2026
Changes to Inheritance Tax in Budget 2027 are being called ‘a mere crumb’ by campaign groups. SVP have said that Budget 2027 has made no progress on poverty reduction. Rail Users Ireland will tell us why they feel our transport system is not ready to allow pets on all public transport. Garda File. Dr Genie, the veterinary osteopath. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 7 · 1 hr 53 min
CorkToday 7th October 2026
A qualified accountant and tax advisor reacts to Budget 2027, focusing on key tax, spending and economic measures. How Budget 2027 will affect Carers and those people that they care for. The Federation of Early Childhood Providers have said Budget 2027 could be a ‘breakthrough for parents, but a breakdown for childcare providers’. Electric vehicles cause more car sickness than a regular petrol or diesel car. Peter Dowdall answers all gardening questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 6 · 1 hr 55 min
CorkToday 6th October 2026
Parents are being urged to make sure their children aren’t taking part in a recent vandalism surge. Major changes to customs charges beginning November 1st. Cork Councillors are accusing Uisce Eireann of ‘turning off the tap’ on housing developments. Paul Byrne takes to the street to hear what the people of Cork want from the new Budget. Joe Heffernan on a hair pulling disorder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 5 · 2 hr
CorkToday 5th October 2026
The need for those eligible knowing about the Mother and Baby Redress Scheme. The importance of vaccines, and an apparent shortage of flu vaccines right now. The ongoing call for a stem cell lab in Cork University Hospital. Local leader of Le Leche Ireland on National Breastfeeding Week. Anneliese answers all questions nutrition related. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 2 · 1 hr 54 min
CorkToday 2nd October 2026
We hear about a planned land audit in search of a suitable site for a cohousing development in the south. Mary Crilly will be in the studio to reflect on more than 40 years at the helm of the Cork Sexual Violence Centre. Michael O’Donovan, President of the VFI, on their last-ditch plea to Government to introduce a new tax credit to support struggling rural pubs in the Budget. Celebrity Traitors: Orla joins Patricia to look back on episode one. On Movie Review: Mark Malone shares his thoughts on Heart of the Beast and Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
October 1 · 1 hr 55 min
CorkToday 1st October 2026
Midwife and new mom Amy shares her disappointment that the future of the Domino maternity scheme at CUMH is in doubt due to staffing shortages, a call for public vigilance following the capture of two Asian Hornets in Cork, Councillors vote to protect the old Cork prison, a story of incredible survival, teamwork, and a real-life miracle - Dinny Kiely, a long-serving volunteer with Cork City Missing Persons Search and Rescue, shares his story after suffering a sudden cardiac arrest during a search operation, positive news for Midleton and Dr Genie answers your pet questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 30 · 1 hr 52 min
CorkToday 30th September 2026
35 years after the first phase of the Bandon bypass was completed, where is phase two?, Damien shares his near-scam experience, a look at Cork Simon’s Annual Impact Report 2025, Wednesday Wisdom: My mother in law disapproves of the fact that we have a cleaner in twice a month and Gardening with Peter Dowdall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 29 · 2 hr
CorkToday 29th September 2026
Freidrich’s Ataxia patients could have to wait years for a life-saving drug, a focus on road safety as part of a new campaign, a look across the world at the famous ‘Blue Zones’ - those pockets on the maps where people regularly live healthy, vibrant lives well into their 90s and 100s with Older Adult fitness specialist Lorna O’Regan, and the cost of timber recycling Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 28 · 1 hr 55 min
CorkToday 28th September 2026
An ongoing call for a safe injection facility in Cork, an appeal to tackle sexual violence on college campuses, Image Consultant Lynda Di Blasi with fashion tips, Nature Network Ireland and Ballyhoura Development are hosting free community visioning workshops and Anneliese answers your nutritional questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 25 · 1 hr 44 min
CorkToday 25th September 2026
There are calls to abolish GP Charges on medical forms. Cork Feis Maitiu is calling for volunteers for their centenary celebrations next year. St Angela’s College have launched the ‘Pledge a Heart Test’ campaign in memory of Ellen Cassidy. Orla O Donovan joins Mairead to review The Traitors Finale. Mark’s Movie Review where he looks at Acme vs Coyote, and a movie titled ‘Idiots’. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
September 24 · 1 hr 40 min
CorkToday 24th September 2026
Barnardo's waiting list is up 31% from last year, with over 3000 children and families seeking help. A Cork School’s venture with an ice cream truck to give students real business experience. 3 in 4 people support age restrictions on energy drink sales according to new research conducted by SafeFood. Garda File with Garda Frances Murphy from Bandon Garda Station. Dr Genie, the veterinary osteopath. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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