
Stephen Nolan's no nonsense approach to confronting the biggest issues of the day: an unmissable mixture of news, phone ins and entertainment. From BBC Radio Ulster
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 144 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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Is the use of plastic bullets justified by the police, or are they too dangerous?
& mum of woman who filmed N Belfast attack says daughter has received death threats
& PSNI Chief Constable Jon Boutcher reveals PSNI seeking help of 200 GB police officers
DUP leader Gavin Robinson, UUP's Jon Burrows and ALL MLA Nuala McAllister react on Nolan
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“With respect” says a man who thinks he should have the right to women’s single sex spaces and shows exactly zero respect for the views of women who don’t want him in those spaces.
Such disregard for the realities of science and the law, too.
Such male entitlement; such terrible misogyny.
How is this dinosaur still broadcasting
The future of journalism is in citizen journalists not bought and paid for puppets pushing an agenda
The show talks about the problems arising from the British created state in the North of Ireland.
Outstanding broadcaster! Stephen is always worth a listen.
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A hard-hitting current affairs show that combines news, politics, public safety, and social issues with listener calls and on-the-ground reporting. Episodes frequently center on Northern Ireland politics, budget negotiations, policing, policing-community relations, and controversial policy debates (language policy, youth law, public safety measures). A distinctive strength is fearless, fast-paced interviews and live reactions from a wide range of guests, from politicians and union leaders to business owners and members of advocacy groups, often framed by urgent public-interest concerns. The format's mix of sharp questioning, real-time reaction, and human-interest stories makes it a valuable platform for stakeholders seeking immediate visibi... more
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Recent guests on Best of Nolan include:
1. Jon Boutcher
2. Gavin Robinson
3. Jon Burrows
4. Nuala McAllister
5. Claire Hanna
6. Dr. Raeed Al-Wazan
7. Sam McBride
8. Carla Lockhart
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