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S1 · E2338
Yesterday · 7 min
How Pope fashion has changed over the years
Every year, the likes of Vanity Fair and Vogue publish a list of the best dressed celebrities. This year, Pope Leo XIV was featured for his wearing of runners and a baseball cap. So, is the Pope trying to become a new fashion icon? And how has Pope fashion changed over the years? Patsy McGarry, Journalist with the Irish Times, joins Seán to discuss.
S1 · E2337
Yesterday · 13 min
Low birth rates - what can be done?
In Ireland and in many other countries around the world, birth rates are dropping. Singapore, which has one of the lowest rates, is throwing grants and increased parental leave in an attempt to boost this. But, what is the right answer here? Joining Seán to discuss is Ellen Coyne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Times.
S1 · E2336
Yesterday · 7 min
Annals of Inisfallen goes on display in Ireland for first time in 40 years
For the first time in 40 years, the Annals of Inisfallen will go on display in UCC. At nearly a thousand years old, it is an account of the history of Ireland. Pádraig Ó Macháin, Professor of Modern Irish at UCC, joins Seán to discuss. Image: University College Cork
S1 · E2335
Yesterday · 19 min
Four Questions: Katie Taylor Celebrations
We’re looking back on the weekend and looking forward to the week ahead through the lens of these four questions: What delighted you over the weekend? What annoyed you over the weekend? What did you learn over the weekend? What are you looking forward to this week? Joining Seán to discuss is Maia Dunphy and Donal O'Donoghue!
S1 · E2334
Yesterday · 14 min
How should Trump be handled this week?
US President Donald Trump will be arriving in Ireland next Saturday. He will have a meeting with President Catherine Connolly and the Taoiseach, before spending time in his golf course in Doonbeg for the Irish Open. Of course there will be protests, but what should our Government do about his visit? Should self interest take place over principal? Joining Seán to discuss is former Irish Ambassador in Washington DC, Daniel Mulhall.
S1 · E2333
Friday · 8 min
What does it mean to be ‘skinny fat’?
Occasionally, you might hear about people who are super fit, but develop an illness normally associated with someone who is overweight. What is this ‘skinny fat’ phenomenon? Personal Trainer John Belton joins Seán to discuss.
S1 · E2332
Friday · 6 min
Newly-proposed world map shows countries’ true sizes
The UN general assembly is due to vote on changing the world to move away from the traditional Mercator map, which shrinks the size of Africa and exaggerates northern landmasses, for a design that more accurately reflects the true size of countries. Joining Seán to discuss William Durkan booked, Lecturer in Geography and GIS at UCC.
S1 · E2331
Friday · 14 min
Choosing paint - how do you know what’s right?
If you’re painting or repainting your home, how should you choose your colours? Is it based simply off your favourites, or do certain colours suit a room better? Róisín Murphy, Architect and Artist, joins Seán to discuss!
S1 · E2330
Friday · 13 min
How do you get your child wanting to read?
A recent study found that half of Irish parents said it was a “challenge” to find “appropriate and enjoyable” books for their children and nearly a quarter of parents feel that reading with their child is a “chore”. Joining Seán to discuss how to get your child to want to read is author of ‘Milly McCarthy and the Doggy Daycare Drama’, Leona Forde…
S1 · E2329
Thursday · 6 min
Seven skunks captured and destroyed in Kildare - where did they come from?
It’s just been revealed that earlier this year the National Parks and Wildlife Service captured and destroyed seven skunks in Kildare, with the potential of there being more… Patricia Devlin, Investigative Reporter with The Journal Investigates, joins Seán to discuss.
S1 · E2328
Thursday · 5 min
Ireland’s first solar-powered race car!
Ireland’s first-ever solar-powered racing car has been unveiled by a team of engineering and technology students from DCU! Joining Seán to discuss the achievement and how the car works is Rían Gill, Team Manager at DCU Solar Racing. Image: @dcusolarracing on Instagram
S1 · E2327
Thursday · 15 min
Why are the Irish so secretive? - Henry McKean Asks
Are the Irish friendly, or is there a deep rooted guarded side to us? Why are the Irish secretive when it comes to emotions and family matters? Are friendship circles closed to outsiders with indirect masking? And, is this based on our dark history or British Rule and the Catholic church? Henry McKean has been out asking these questions to the public, and joins Seán to share what he has heard…
S1 · E2326
Thursday · 10 min
What is living with a strange name like?
Having a difficult-to-spell name, unless you legally change it, is a reminder to parents to choose carefully when picking a name for their child. Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh has been writing about this, and joins Seán to discuss.
S1 · E2325
Thursday · 16 min
Finding solace for your mental health in a café
Many of you will be aware of the pressure put on mental services in the country, but in six locations in Ireland, an additional service is offered: a solace café. Ciara Glynn is Operations Manager of the Aware Solace Café in Dublin, and joins Seán to discuss how it works. Helplines: Samaritans 116 123 Pieta House 24-Hour Crisis Helpline:1800 247 247 or Text HELP to 51444
S1 · E2324
Wednesday · 10 min
Why does the blackbird have the sweetest birdsong?
According to a recently published scientific study, the blackbird has the sweetest birdsong, but is that really true? And why do we like the sounds birds make? Niall Hatch, Head of communications and development with Birdwatch Ireland, joins Seán to discuss.
S1 · E2323
Wednesday · 16 min
Age gaps in relationships - when does it become an issue?
It’s been widely reported by the daughter of French First Lady Brigitte Macron, who is 42, has a new boyfriend 20 years younger than her. This follows the pattern of her mother, who is 25 years older than Emmanuel Macron. It begs the question: do these relationships last? How much of a factor is age, and when does it become an issue? Joining Seán to discuss is Mairead Loughman, Matchmaker with Love HQ Matchmaking.
S1 · E2322
Wednesday · 9 min
Why is fashion taking over tennis?
There is something strange happening in the world of professional tennis, and it’s nothing to do with the game. Increasingly, players are showing up to matches wearing elaborate outfits, jewellery and representing brands… So, why is this happening, and why are players doing it? Sonia Twigg, Women's Sports Reporter with the Telegraph, joins Seán to discuss.
S1 · E2321
Wednesday · 15 min
Moncrieff’s Murder Club: Dodgy Doctors
Every Wednesday, Seán will be joined by someone to hear unusual stories on heinous crimes… This week, Cassie Delaney joins to discuss cases involving dodgy doctors!
S1 · E2320
Wednesday · 15 min
Should we have a language proficiency test for Irish citizenship?
Foreigners who want to become Irish citizens will face language proficiency tests under proposed new rules. Is this something that is needed? Joining Seán to discuss is Neil Bruton, Director of the Migrant Rights Centre Ireland.
S1 · E2319
September 1 · 9 min
World Gravy Wrestling Championships - how does it work?
Not only can you have gravy on your dinner, you can wrestle in it too! The World Gravy Championships have been taking place for nearly 20 years in the UK, with this year’s event finishing up yesterday. Kay, AKA ‘Granny Granules’, has been competing for six years, and joins Seán to discuss how it works!

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