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The Claire Byrne Show

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Claire Byrne explores the big stories through the lens of real life.

This podcast brings context, consequences and clarity to the issues shaping Ireland today.

Covering politics and current affairs alongside the human stories behind them, Claire asks the questions people are thinking, but don’t always hear answered.

From housing and health to work, family life, well-being and culture, you’ll hear smart, engaging discussion and moments of light relief - connecting the dots between what’s happening and what it means for you.

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Yesterday · 14 min
What Made Me: Umar Al-Qadri
Joining Ciara in studio for 'What Made Me" profile interview was Shaykh Umar Al Qadri, Chair of the Irish Muslim Peace and Integration Council.
Yesterday · 9 min
Look out for new job offer scams!
Scammers are now trying to trick you by offering you a job first. That's their latest trend and Danni Taaffe, who works in communications nearly fell victim to it when she got an email from a fraudster pretending to be a headhunter. Danni explained what happened.
Yesterday · 13 min
Recruitment in the Navy way below target
Recruitment in the Navy is on the rise, but is still way below target. What issues is the Navy facing when trying to get recruits? Speaking to Ciara with more on this was Former Head of the International Coast Guard Chris Reynolds.
Yesterday · 7 min
Ursula Von Der Leyen's Sate of the Union Speech reaction
The European Commission President Ursula Von Der Leyen has used her State of the Union speech today to open up the door for 'associate membership of the EU' for Canada. It's as a tariff war has continued between the US and Canada, while US President Donald Trump has pushed for Canada to be made America's 51st State. To discuss how significant is this intervention by the Commission President was Suzanne Lynch is Brussels Bureau Chief with Bloomberg.
Yesterday · 9 min
Houses are taking four years to deliver!
The Central Bank of Ireland has found that properties took a median average of up to 26 months to complete in 2016. Whereas they are now taking up to 50 months almost twice as long as a decade ago. We get reaction to this with Gavin Lawlor the President of the Irish Planning Institute.
Yesterday · 10 min
How common is pulmonary fibrosis?
Ciara was joined in studio by Consultant Respiratory Physician at St Vincent's University Hospital, Professor Cormac McCarthy. Professor McCarthy discussed lung disease, and pulmonary fibrosis, in particular.
Yesterday · 13 min
Ed Sheeran support acts drop out of US tour
All four supporting acts for Ed Sheeran tour’s have now dropped out.It comes in solidarity with Macklemore after he was removed from the tour over onstage comments in support of Palestine. What will this do to brand Ed Sheeran? Ciara asked Host of the ‘No Encore’ Podcast Dave Hanratty and Managing Partner of Healy Communications Jonathan Healy.
Yesterday · 7 min
Do we give up on marriage too easily these days?
Coleen Rooney has said in an interview with OK! Magazine that people are giving up on marriages too early. To discuss this further was Dr Richard Hogan who specializes in helping couples and has extensive experience working with couples on parenthood and relationships.
Yesterday · 9 min
How would like to retire early?
How would like to retire early? Irish Independent Michael Houghton is retiring at the age of 42, told Ciara how he doing it.
Yesterday · 14 min
How can the late night life be saved?
New research from the Licensed Vintners Associations shows a continued decline of the amount of late night bars and nightclubs opening late in Ireland. We ask how can the late night life be saved? Joining Ciara to discuss was Give Us The Night Spokesperson, Sunil Sharpe and Journalist with the Irish Independent, Saoirse Hanley.
Yesterday · 11 min
The Dáil returns
What will be in front of cabinet today on the first day back in the Dáil? To look ahead to the first day back for politicians was Sean Defoe, Newstalk Political Correspondent.
Tuesday · 10 min
You can be a star baker!
If you are a keen baker but prone to a baking disaster, we have help at hand. With loads of baking tips and advice was Chef and author Shane Smith.
Tuesday · 12 min
Is the farming industry losing its farmers?
A new national survey from the ICMSA has revealed that farming is approaching a cliff edge with one in three farmers planning to leave the industry within the next five years. Speaking to Claire two people who have been directly affected by the issues raised in this survey. President of the ICMSA, Denis Drennan and dairy farmer Louise Crowley.
Tuesday · 5 min
Warnings that Irish museums need to up their security
A warning has been sent out to Irish museums that they need to be prepared, as thieves are becoming bolder across Europe. All this has given rise to what the art world is calling "The 5-Minute Heist". Speaking to Claire this morning was Lawyer, CEO and Founder of Art Recovery International, Chris Marinello.
Tuesday · 12 min
Macklemore has been dropped from Ed Sheeran’s tour
Macklemore has been dropped by Ed Sheeran from his US concert tour after the American rapper made calls to Free Palestine while onstage. Claire discusses this further with Founder of music site and podcast Nialler9, Niall Byrne.
Tuesday · 8 min
EU set to propose social media and AI ban for under-15s
The EU is to introduce significant new rules this week, which would see the minimum age for social media and AI platforms set at 15. Newstalk's Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brought us more details.
Tuesday · 11 min
A new vision for the arts sector in Ireland
Claire was joined in studio by Shona McCarthy. Shona will soon to be Ireland’s new Arts Council Director and the current Chair of the International Fund for Ireland.
Tuesday · 21 min
Gary Murphy Author of ‘Brian Cowen: Anatomy of a Taoiseach’
We discuss new book examining the life and political career of former Taoiseach and former Fianna Leader Brian Cowen. It’s author, the DCU professor of politics and Sunday Times columnist Gary Murphy joined Claire in studio this morning.
Tuesday · 8 min
The cost of living in New York
New York is often viewed as one of the most expensive cities you can live in. Despite that, a large number of Irish people have decided to call the US city home. So how much of an impact does the cost of living there really have on the residents? Newstalk reporter Emily Keegan has been asking New Yorkers.
Tuesday · 10 min
How to get fit for the Camino
Have you considered walking the Camino but were a bit worried you might not be able to? To help you to get you ready to take on a challenge is Personal Trainer Karl Henry.

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