Rephonic
Artwork for Cork Today

Cork Today

C103
Technology Addiction
Social Media
Online Shopping
Bullying
Gaming Addiction
Ragwort
Gaming
Dopamine
Children
Online Gambling
Road Maintenance
Hot Meals Program
Cork Camogie Teams
Transport Infrastructure Ireland
Cork County Council
Teen Technology Use
Fear Of Missing Out (FOMO)
Childcare Shortages
Summer Holidays
Counseling

Patricia Messenger presents Cork Today, discussing current affairs in Cork and beyond, every weekday from 10am to 1pm.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PublishesDailyEpisodes5000Founded10 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
NewsDaily NewsBusiness

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Cork Today

Latest Episodes

The Do's and Dont's for Black Friday from the CCPC, Tony Linehan from Roy Keane's favourite sweet shop - Shandon Sweets, Miriam O Callaghan on her new book, and Mark Malone with the weekly movie review

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more... more

Childline listening supervisor Regina O Sullivan on the ISPCC's Childline Christmas Appeal, Mai Quaid on the active retirement group, Kathryn Thomas tells us all about her new podcast, our weekly Garda File, and all the answers to our vet questions w... more

The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul’s annual appeal to help families under pressure, community education programmes in rural Cork under threat because of funding changes, the Dogs Trust petition to end breeding cruelty, Geraldine Osborne on her memo... more

Getting the best health insurance deal, tips to protect your gut health ahead of a special event for International Men’s Day, thieves are back stealing batteries from speed indicator signs, ReStyle Cork, the sustainable fashion expo later this month ... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Tony Linehan
Owner of Shandon Sweets
Shandon Sweets
Episode: CorkToday 21st November 2025
Orla Dulargy
Deputy Director of Communications with the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission
Competition and Consumer Protection Commission
Episode: CorkToday 21st November 2025
Kathryn Thomas
Well-known broadcaster and podcaster
Q102
Episode: CorkToday 20th November 2025
Regina O'Sullivan
Listening supervisor with Childline
Childline
Episode: CorkToday 20th November 2025
Mai Quaid
National President of Active Retirement Ireland
Active Retirement Ireland
Episode: CorkToday 20th November 2025
Mary Frances Behan
Regional President for South West with the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul
Society of Saint Vincent de Paul
Episode: CorkToday 19th November 2025
Nicole Ryan
Sinn Féin Senator
Episode: CorkToday 19th November 2025
Keira Moran
Head of Communications with Dogs Trust
Dogs Trust
Episode: CorkToday 19th November 2025
Geraldine Osborne
Former GP and author of 'Somewhere Cold'
Episode: CorkToday 19th November 2025

Hosts

Patricia Messenger
Host focusing on local issues in Cork, engaging her audience with current affairs and community discussions.
Mairead Tewig
Occasionally hosts in place of Patricia Messenger, contributing to conversations around Cork's community affairs.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#45
Ireland/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#186
South Africa/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#218
New Zealand/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#231
Ireland/News
Apple Podcasts
#247
Spain/News/Daily News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

CorkToday 19th November 2025
Q: How are families expected to cope with the lack of energy credits from the government this year?
Families are facing increased pressure due to a significant drop in government support, as requests for help have risen nearly 10% this winter.
CorkToday 19th November 2025
Q: What will Pascal Donoghue's new role at the World Bank entail?
He will serve as Managing Director and Chief Knowledge Officer, focusing on providing policy advice and technical expertise to low and middle income countries.
CorkToday 17th November 2025
Q: What measures are being discussed to address the issue of cervical cancer in Ireland?
The episode outlines plans for a home smear testing option to increase participation among women who are currently underserved by traditional screening methods.
CorkToday 17th November 2025
Q: What is the response to the alarming number of waitlisted individuals for home support in Cork?
John Paul O'Shea highlighted the urgent need for better recruitment practices within the HSE to properly address the shortage of home support providers, as the budget for care exists but qualified personnel are lacking.
CorkToday 14th November 2025
Q: What can women learn in the DIY Academy?
Women can learn how to use various tools, repair a plasterboard wall, and how to hang shelves, among other simple tasks.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Cork Today

What is Cork Today about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Current affairs, community issues, and local governance in Cork dominate discussions, making it a vital platform for residents interested in regional matters. Throughout the episodes, the emphasis on community engagement and advocacy is apparent, as guests often include local activists, politicians, and experts addressing pressing concerns such as child welfare, environmental sustainability, and healthcare initiatives. Noteworthy is the podcast's ability to blend serious topics with lighter community stories, helping to foster a sense of connection among listeners and the shared challenges faced by the Cork community. Furthermore, the coverage extends beyond Cork to include significant national issues, reflecting a commitment to delivering ... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Cork Today?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Cork Today. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Cork Today and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Cork Today get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Cork Today, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Cork Today?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Cork Today, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Cork Today have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Cork Today has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Cork Today?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Cork Today:

1. Today with David McCullagh
2. The Indo Daily
3. Crime World
4. Brendan O'Connor
5. The Neil Prendeville Show | Cork's RedFM

How many episodes of Cork Today are there?

Cork Today launched 10 years ago and published 5000 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Cork Today?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Cork Today?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Cork Today from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Cork Today?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Cork Today. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Cork Today?

Recent guests on Cork Today include:

1. Tony Linehan
2. Orla Dulargy
3. Kathryn Thomas
4. Regina O'Sullivan
5. Mai Quaid
6. Mary Frances Behan
7. Nicole Ryan
8. Keira Moran

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days