
Catch Up with Louise McSharry keeps you up to date on the week’s news and culture, from the lowest of brows to the relatively high. Armed with recommendations for music, books, telly and the rest, Louise takes you through the week’s events with the help of experts and relevant guests.
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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 504 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureEntertainment NewsNews | |||

A lot of people are learning this week for the first time that women's gaelic games are not a part of the GAA, so I thought it might be good for us to chat to someone in on the action who can explain why that is, why it's a problem, and where we go f... more
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This week Carl Kinsella and I have much to discuss, including the fact that the map we've been using our entire lives is wrong.
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When I heard that Irish writer and creative writing lecturer Roisin Kiberd had written a book of essays on beauty, I knew I had to read it. Once I'd read it, I knew I had to chat to her about it, so that's what you're going to hear today. The Most No... more
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I love this show but the number of ad disruptions has gotten excessive. Could we at least have an ad-free version for Patreons?
Louise I beg of you, please please get new celeb contributors who actually know do their research!!
I like Carl but unfortunately some of the contributors on the entertainment podcast are just so poor. If you’re on a podcast to specifically talk about celebrities you should probably be able to pronounce the name Zendaya correctly.
I have been listening for more than a year now and it’s just a great way to keep up to date on the news and feeling less alone while hearing about it all.
Let’s this be the year that allows more for more people ❤️❤️❤️
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A week-by-week mix of hard news, politics, and culture anchored by a sharp, conversational host. Episodes routinely blend Irish current affairs with international headlines, media and entertainment commentary, and guests who provide quick takes or deeper context on evolving stories. Regular segments feature a rotating lineup of experts and contributors, with in-person appearances at events like music festivals hinted at as audience incentives. Noteworthy are the candid discussions on governance, media narratives, and the intersection of politics and culture, plus candid celebrity and entertainment breakdowns that keep conversations accessible without sacrificing analysis. Potential listeners can expect timely analysis, a balanced if opinion... more
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