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The Irish Times
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Dublin, Ireland
The Irish Times
Russia
Sinn Féin
Housing Crisis
Defence Forces
Aughinish Alumina
Holocaust
United States
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An Garda Síochána
Anti-Semitism
Dublin City Council

A morning news update from The Irish Times. Our top stories five days a week.

Produced in association with MSD.

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Recent Guests

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Columnist
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Emma Little-Pengelly
Deputy First Minister (Northern Ireland)
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Donald Clark
Film reviewer
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Bill Kelly
Hotelier, owner of Kelly's Hotel in Roslairstrand
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John Byrne
Darian horse farmer
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Eamon Horne
Wexford County Council official
Wexford County Council
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Colm Keenah
Correspondent
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Alex Nicholas
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Hosts

Andrew McNair
Host of Early Edition
Aideen Finnegan
Host of Early Edition

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#244
United Kingdom/News/Daily News
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#95
Germany/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#106
Italy/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#241
Australia/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#19
Ireland/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#78
Ireland/News
Apple Podcasts
#152
Belgium/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#182
Denmark/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#199
Spain/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#223
Singapore/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#232
Norway/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#250
Hong Kong/News/Daily News

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Q: How seismic is that in terms of the shift in Welsh voters' psyche?
The host asks about the magnitude of political shifts in Wales, with the London-based correspondent describing the seismic change in voter attitudes and the potential implications for regional governance.
Third day of fuel protests, gambling tipster faces questions, and AI coming for Irish white collar jobs
Q: What is the potential impact of AI on Irish jobs according to ESRI?
ESRI/Department of Finance report warns of significant white-collar job losses (up to around 7%), with broader implications for state finances and disposable income.
Third day of fuel protests, gambling tipster faces questions, and AI coming for Irish white collar jobs
Q: What is Gambana and why is it controversial?
Gambana is presented as a Belize-registered offshore gambling site accused of operating with a fraudulent license and lacking regulation, prompting questions about promoter Rob Heneghan and consumer risk.
Third day of fuel protests, gambling tipster faces questions, and AI coming for Irish white collar jobs
Q: What do you do on the ground with the protests and government talks?
The coverage emphasizes ongoing protests, government in talks with representative bodies, and calls for dialogue as the situation evolves.
Landlord ‘traumatised’ after tenants left him €20k in arrears, and today's other top stories
Q: What do we need to see from Ireland tonight if we have any chance of making a dent in this tournament?
Ireland needs a solid set piece performance to impose themselves in the game, especially given their extensive injury list in the front row.

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What is Early Edition about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A concise morning news brief that aggregates Irish and international headlines with on-the-ground reporting from correspondents across cities. Episodes routinely blend politics, policy shifts, economic updates, and social issues with human-interest perspectives from local residents and stakeholders. The show stands out for its teamwork between a small core of hosted leadership and a rotating roster of expert guests, reporters, and sector-specific commentators, delivering timely context on current events and policy developments. Potential listeners include professionals seeking quick, reliable updates and deeper context on how policy changes affect business, government, and everyday life, with regular coverage of topics like housing, infrast... more

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2. Newton Emerson
3. Emma Little-Pengelly
4. Donald Clark
5. Bill Kelly
6. John Byrne
7. Eamon Horne
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