
Tune in for insightful and informed conversation as Fran McNulty and some of RTÉ's top journalists digest some of the news stories of the day. Expect deep dives, analysis, interesting guests and maybe even some laughs along the way.
Email: behindthestory@rte.ie
New episodes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 96 | Founded | 7 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | News | |||

Today, the government announced a scoping inquiry into abuse by former surgeon Michael Shine. Shine was found guilty of child abuse in 2019 and released from prison three years ago, however it is believed he abused hundreds of children and young men ... more
President Trump is sounding positive about the talks to bring about peace in Ukraine, however President Zelensky says borders cannot be changed by force. How realistic is the so called 28 point plan tabled by the US? Fran is joined by Keir Giles, an ... more
Award winning Producer-Director Trevor Birney speaks to Fran about his new two part TV documentary, DJ Carey: The Dodger. Trevor, who produced critically acclaimed films including Kneecap and Quinn Country explains what attracted him to the DJ story.... more
Police authorities across Europe including Ireland have undercovered a massive money laundering network that included buying a bank! Crime correspondent, Paul Reynolds joins Fran and Aisling to explain how the network operated and how the Kinahan org... more
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A look at Irish politics and global news with incredibly light politically vacant analysis.
Your podcast is great. Love the banter between you…a must for every great podcast. Second Captains is another favourite for the same reason. Particularly enjoyed your chat with Fergus Finlay. Always keen to hear his inside track on politics. He’s informed, honest and fun. Like your podcast!
Patrick Brury always great to listen to- good to hear an episode on this hugely consequential war
Really like the podcast, concise, topical and entertaining. The 3 hosts work so well together and the fact it’s 20-30mins long is ideal.
Really love this podcast. Very topical, great banter between the journalists. Really helps explain the current stories in the news.
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Expect a blend of insightful conversations and in-depth analysis of current news stories, featuring discussions among experienced journalists and expert guests. The content ranges from national and international politics to social issues, crime analysis, and cultural commentary, ensuring a comprehensive examination of the day's pressing topics. With a format that embraces both seriousness and humor, the discussions also investigate the underlying themes shaping public opinion and events. This podcast is particularly noteworthy for its mix of expert insights and engaging banter among hosts, making complex topics accessible and relatable to listeners.
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4. Howard Dean
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7. Kieran Cunningham
8. Sean Ingle
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