
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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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1190 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | News | |||

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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
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
Would be better served with a trained and experienced radio presenter.
Subjects are more miss than hit.
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.!
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A daily current affairs program that blends in-depth courtroom reporting, political analysis, and international perspective through Irish Times journalism. Episodes frequently center on high-stakes trials, policy debates, and geopolitical developments, with on-the-ground reporting, clear explanations, and thoughtful interviews from reporters and expert guests. A standout is the mix of rigorous investigative pacing with accessible storytelling, often featuring cross-border Irish and global context and a roster of prominent media voices to illuminate complex issues for a broad audience.
The show stands out for its strong Irish newsroom perspective, regular guest contributors from The Irish Times and other media, and a focus on timely, conseq... more
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