The BelTel
Belfast TelegraphThe BelTel brings you some of Northern Ireland's top journalists, Allison Morris, Sam McBride and Suzanne Breen to name but a few, giving you the inside stories behind what is in the news. Presented by Ciarán Dunbar, the Bel Tel investigates, debates and informs every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 846 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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- One of my favourite podcasts
Easily digestible news and information. I love that it is often topical presenting current news stories but also the more historical episodes. Allison Morris is just fab when she’s on!
Apple Podcasts5A Toland
United Kingdoma month ago - Rather death centric
A good podcast when I do listen, which is typically for insight regarding northern Irish history and culture that’s hard to get anywhere else. Especially recently though, the majority of episodes are meticulously reporting on deaths and murders past and present — much like a lot of other NI media — for which I turn straight off.
Apple Podcasts4Mach3turboUnited Kingdom6 months ago - Noah Inquest
Liam Tunney is hurling a blinder in his reporting. The show is generally excellent!
Apple Podcasts5Jerimiah1983United Kingdom6 months ago - Superficial
Plenty of chat but very little information. Also-the headlines can be misleading.
You travel hopefully but arrive with nothing. Disappointing!
Apple Podcasts1Mac an tSionnaigh
United States8 months ago - Never miss an episode
I love listening to the podcast everyday. Nice mix of topics and stories.
Apple Podcasts5Séamus MageeUnited Kingdom8 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #195 | United States/News/Daily News |
Apple Podcasts | #20 | United Kingdom/News/Daily News |
Apple Podcasts | #92 | United Kingdom/News |
Apple Podcasts | #99 |  Canada/News/Daily News |
Apple Podcasts | #50 |  Australia/News/Daily News |
Apple Podcasts | #236 |  Italy/News/Daily News |
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This show centers on Northern Ireland's current affairs and historical context, featuring top political reporters, editors, and researchers who dissect breaking news, political developments, and long-running conflicts. Episodes frequently blend investigative journalism with expert analysis from journalists, historians, and regional commentators, often recounting significant events, court cases, ceasefire milestones, and cultural phenomena to illuminate how the news landscape evolves. A notable strength is the mix of on-the-ground reporting, archival insights, and nuanced debate from guests with deep local knowledge, making it a go-to for listeners seeking both contemporaneous updates and historical perspective. Prospective listeners may app... more
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Recent guests on The BelTel include:
1. James Durney
2. Malachi O'Doherty
3. Billy Hutchinson
4. Aaron Edwards
5. Mark Simpson
6. Vincent Kearney
7. Suzanne Breen
8. Brian Rowan
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