In The News
The Irish TimesIn 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 | 1207 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | News | |||
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Before the summer court recess George Gibney (77), former Irish Olympic swimming coach, was found guilty of sexually abusing four girls in the 1970s and 1980s.
The jury found him guilty of 39 counts of indecent assault and one count of attempted rap... more
For years Victor Spaggiari was a familiar sight on the streets of Galway.
A homeless man, he lived in the Cope Hostel and spent his days sitting on a bench in the city. He spoke little, caused no trouble and seemed content. When he died in 2024 aged... more
It’s a story that could have come straight out a John le Carré thriller. The retired German spy chief accused of selling classified information amounting to thousands of secret documents; an alleged act of treason that continued for years and was onl... more
Jack Horgan-Jones has the latest on a row that has blown up in the aftermath of Tuesday's Budget, reopening RTÉ's rolling funding crisis and leaving questions unanswered about why Minister for Media Patrick O'Donovan "reneged" on a funding commitment... more
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- 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 Podcasts5Suzannah Troy
United States5 months 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 Podcasts1Londonlook223
Ireland5 months 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
Apple Podcasts1stevodub79Ireland10 months ago - Superficial
Would be better served with a trained and experienced radio presenter.
Subjects are more miss than hit.
Apple Podcasts1Mac an tSionnaighUnited Statesa year 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 Podcasts5dfghhuuugfdfhjIrelanda year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #31 | Ireland/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #12 | Ireland/News |
Apple Podcasts | #91 |  Argentina/News |
Apple Podcasts | #117 |  United Arab Emirates/News |
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What is In The News about and what kind of topics does it cover?
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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Recent guests on In The News include:
1. Derek Scally
2. Jack Horgan-Jones
3. Guy Hedgecoe
4. Keith Duggan
5. Mark Tighe
6. David Conn
7. Bálint Dömötör
8. Brian Anderson
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