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In The News

The Irish Times
Ireland
Dublin
Donald Trump
Irish Times
United States
Iran
Ukraine
Irish Language
Garda
Jeffrey Epstein
Paschal Donohoe
European Union
Russia
Jim Gavin
Dublin Airport
Irish Politics
Simon Harris
Keir Starmer
Daniel Aruebose
Budget 2026

In The News is a daily podcast from The Irish Times that takes a close look at the stories that matter, in Ireland and around the world. Presented by Bernice Harrison and Sorcha Pollak.

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A summit in Portugal last weekend laid bare the growth in a pan-European remigration movement, with speakers who ranged from an MEP to Greg Bovino, a former US border patrol official who, before retiring, became the public face of the Trump administr... more

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Recent Guests

Niamh Towey
Education correspondent for The Irish Times
The Irish Times
Episode: How is AI being used in Irish primary schools?
Pat Leahy
Irish Times political editor
The Irish Times
Episode: Byelections: who are the favourites to win in Dublin Central and Galway West?
Mark Paul
London correspondent
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Episode: Keir Starmer is clinging on to power but for how long?
Denis Staunton
Beijing correspondent, author of The Irish Times Global Briefing newsletter
The Irish Times
Episode: Iran war: what a deal could look like - and why Trump blinked first
Karen McHugh
Irish journalist based in Reykjavik
The Irish Times
Episode: A suspected murder-suicide in Iceland with an Irish connection
Eimear Ní Bhraonáin
Journalist and author of The Dodger
Author, Merrion Press
Episode: A sick man: DJ Carey and his cancer con
Donald Clark
Irish Times film correspondent
The Irish Times
Episode: Dire reviews and controversy: Why the Michael Jackson movie broke box-office records
Freya McClements
Northern Editor, The Irish Times
The Irish Times
Episode: Car bombs and hijackings: Why two attacks show the New IRA hasn’t gone away
Gerry Hutch
Subject of the interview; Irish criminal figure known as 'The Monk'
Episode: Why Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch wants to swap Lanzarote for Leinster House

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Bernice Harrison
Host of In The News

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 221 ratings
  • Andrew Lownie interview on arrest

    Hi, thank you for your interview. It is April 30, 2026 and I just feel kind of devastated this morning. I know if PTSD from a violent attack at a doctors in New York City in 2012 and everyone involved in breaking loss make Crimes disappear remains Teflon almost 14 years and prior to that I reported jeffrey epstein and Maxwell in 1996 to the NYPD so it was devastating to see Charles be treated in the way he was here in the USA when I believe he was involved in the cover-up for Andrew and the goal... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Suzannah Troy
    United Statesa month ago
  • No substance and out of touch

    There was far too much judgement and constant snide, knowing comments throughout from Bernice Harrison, she was so snobbish and adding personal opinions than actually letting Conor Gallagher tell a compelling story. It didn’t deliver on what people would actually be tuning in for. Not nearly enough focus on hearing the Gerry Hutch interview, his voice, podcast is what the whole thing seemed to promise. Let him speak and let us listen to him. Instead, it drifted into unnecessary commentary and au... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Londonlook223
    Irelanda month ago
  • Appalling Tommy Robinson podcast

    You’re only as good as your worst podcast and the podcast on Tommy Robinson was a disgrace. No discussion of the subject’s alleged Islamophobia. No questions around his alleged drug taking. No pushback on some of his outlandish and inaccurate statistics. No mention of his time in prison. That’s just the basic stuff. It’s not journalism, it’s platforming a dangerous individual. Forget about the Irish times

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    stevodub79
    Ireland5 months ago
  • Superficial

    Would be better served with a trained and experienced radio presenter.

    Subjects are more miss than hit.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mac an tSionnaigh
    United States7 months ago
  • This is why I subscribe

    Well done on today’s episode, like so many other times you’re shining a light on important issues. This is why I am happy to pay my Irish time subscription. Again well done and keep up the good work.!

    Apple Podcasts
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    dfghhuuugfdfhj
    Ireland10 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Fans value deep dives into Irish and international issues.
Some critique pacing or sound quality in certain episodes.
Many appreciate balanced world perspectives and timely updates.
Listeners praise clear, well-researched interviews with strong host delivery.

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#79
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#15
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Jeffrey Donaldson sex abuse trial: What the jury has heard so far
Q: What is the current status of Eleanor Donaldson's case?
Eleanor Donaldson is not facing a criminal trial but a trial of the facts, which is running concurrently with her husband's trial because she has been ruled unfit to stand trial on medical grounds.
Jeffrey Donaldson sex abuse trial: What the jury has heard so far
Q: What did you learn from the prosecution's opening statement?
The prosecution outlined that the trial would hear about traumatic incidents described by the two complainants, including rape and other sexual offences, with some details presented graphically to establish the severity and duration of the alleged abuse.
How is AI being used in Irish primary schools?
Q: And what does that look like in a classroom?
In practice, Merlyn functions like a classroom Alexa, with a teacher carrying a remote and students logging in on laptops to ask questions and view answers on a digital whiteboard, enabling hands-on, station-based learning.
Why videos of Yves Sakila’s last moments on Dublin street are key to Garda investigation
Q: Can you walk me through what happened in the lead up to the incident on Henry Street?
The guest describes Yves Sakila being pursued by security guards after allegedly shoplifting, being restrained on the ground, and the sequence leading to his collapse and death, with the guards arriving later and applying handcuffs before CPR.
How punters on Polymarket have bet big on Gerry Hutch to lose
Q: How does Polymarket differ from traditional betting sites?
Polymarket markets are positioned as futures markets where you can buy and hold positions that pay out if the event occurs, and you can sell those positions before the outcome; it emphasizes being a market rather than a house, with crypto-based anonymous transactions.

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