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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 ... more

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Latest Episodes

Gor the latest on the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of US TV host Savannah Guthrie, Claire was joined by US Based Foreign Correspondent, Sara Firth and ask what now as the ransom deadline has passed.

The Social Media Addiction trials began yesterday, with the court hearing that Instagram and YouTube built “addiction machines”. This is the first in a series of cases against Big Tech, and centres on the claims of a 20 year old woman.  

Newstalk’s ... more

A city in Japan has officially cancelled its iconic cherry blossom festival, citing a crisis caused by over tourism and "badly behaved" visitors. 

The festival in Fujiyoshida normally runs in early April to coincide with the blooming of the city's i... more

Over the past 12 months, demand for help from the youth mental health service, Jigsaw, increased by 23%, reflecting a youth mental health crisis in Ireland.  Someone who herself reached out for help is Rachel White, and Rachel is now Campaigns Office... more

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Recent Guests

Aoife Lee
Parent coach at parentsupport.ie
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Episode: What can we do to prevent ourselves from burn out?
Sinéad Cuddihy
Book club enthusiast and member of The Tired Mammy Book Club
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Episode: Come read along with The Claire Byrne Book Club!
Andrew Kavanagh
Member of the band KeyWest
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Episode: Reaction as Noel Gallagher wins Songwriter of the Year at Brit Awards
Ed Finn
Award-winning travel journalist
Ed Finn Travels
Episode: How about taking a solar eclipse holiday!
Yanis Varoufakis
Author, economist, and former Greek finance minister
Episode: How do we combat misogyny in today's world?
Kieran O'Donovan
Host of the Irish NFL Show podcast
Irish NFL Show
Episode: A look ahead to all the sport action this weekend!
Eoin Sheahan
Sports commentator on Off The Ball
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Episode: A look ahead to all the sport action this weekend!
Catherine Corless
Campaigner and historian
Episode: New Bodies have been found in Tuam excavations
Trevor Hayden
Pest control expert from Complete Pest Control
Complete Pest Control
Episode: Ask The Expert: On creepy crawlies in your house

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Seán Defoe
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Ivan Yates
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Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 95 ratings
  • RTE’s Loss Newstalk’s Gain

    Claire has cast a long shadow at RTE and she is badly missed. The only downside to her show on Newstalk are the interminable ads before during and after each podcast segment. I’m not sure I can persevere.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mac an tSionnaigh
    United States8 days ago
  • Typically Yates

    This is a typical Ivan Yeats ‘man of the people’ show, the man is so out of touch, but comes across as one of your own, we’ll see how his Harrismania predictions work out, not seeing it at all.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    mdd08
    Irelanda year ago
  • Great Analysis

    Concise and insightful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tm992
    Ireland6 years ago

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Some find the host charming, drawing them into the conversations, creating a sense of familiarity and community.
A few reviews highlight concerns about certain hosts being perceived as out of touch with everyday issues, yet the overall content is considered insightful.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and engaging analysis of current events, often commenting positively on the depth and clarity provided.

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Apple Podcasts
#101
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Apple Podcasts
#201
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Apple Podcasts
#248
United Kingdom/News
Apple Podcasts
#187
Australia/News/Politics
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#6
Ireland/Top Podcasts
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#3
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Minister for Justice on amendments to the Criminal Law and Civil Law Bill 2026
Q: Explain what's happening with the disregard scheme for historic same sex convictions?
It allows men with historic convictions for homosexual activity to seek a disregard certificate, addressing past injustices.
Minister for Justice on amendments to the Criminal Law and Civil Law Bill 2026
Q: What does this mean in terms of addressing the concerns we've heard from people around counselling notes?
Counselling notes will only ever be available and used in prosecutions based on court approval, ensuring privacy and relevance to justice.
Sit-down protest continues inside the offices of Bord Bia
Q: Should they be there or should they not be there?
Peter Chap Cleere emphasizes the importance of dialogue, not directly stating if he supports or opposes their presence.
Sit-down protest continues inside the offices of Bord Bia
Q: Do you support this protest in Bord Bia?
Peter Chap Cleere acknowledges the frustrations and supports the farmers' right to protest.
Imelda May on her new Irish tour 'Raised on Songs and Stories’
Q: What are your thoughts on the challenges faced by artists in the current music industry?
Imelda agrees with Kate Nash's perspective that artists are struggling to make a living and underscores the importance of supporting live music and the cultural significance of musicians.

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Recent guests on The Claire Byrne Show include:

1. Aoife Lee
2. Sinéad Cuddihy
3. Andrew Kavanagh
4. Ed Finn
5. Yanis Varoufakis
6. Kieran O'Donovan
7. Eoin Sheahan
8. Catherine Corless

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