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The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast takes you inside the best Irish Examiner reporting — from Cork courts to global affairs and powerful personal stories.
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| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 190 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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22 year old Evan Fitzgerald, identified later as a ‘vulnerable young man’, died at his own hand outside a Carlow shopping centre last June. He was on bail at the time for firearms offences.
He and two friends had been arrested in March 2024 in a Gar... more
In April, a Cork-based Ukrainian influencer called Rendy Vlad with over a million followers hit the headlines after a video he took of a young woman’s medical emergency in Cork was removed by TikTok. The video was filmed using Meta’s smart glasses, t... more
Last Monday Taoiseach Micheál Martin reopened the half century old debate about nuclear power, saying Ireland’s reliance on imported energy must come to an end. Speaking to the Irish Examiner’s Louise Burne in Armenia, the Taoiseach said “we should e... more
Katriona O’Sullivan’s remarkable memoir Poor saw her become a household name. But her new book, Hungry: A Memoir of my Body is her story told through a different lens, one of sexual abuse, disordered eating, diet culture, and the search for sexual pl... more
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This was a series of very well researched stories about the role of women, often unknown or forgotten, who have made an impact in Ireland and the World. Loved the series and would be interested in hearing more. Thank you ladies for sharing.
Intriguing tale tracing a troubled American man’s life which culminated in Ireland where he had sought asylum status.
Heartbreaking story of such a short beautiful life told in a really loved way.
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Apple Podcasts | #43 |
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The show covers a broad mix of hard news, policy debates, and human-interest stories centered on Irish affairs, international events, and investigative reporting. Episodes frequently feature in-depth interviews with journalists, politicians, and subject-matter experts, exploring topics from housing and education policy to international conflicts, refugee experiences, and high-profile court cases. A notable strength is the ability to blend on-the-ground reporting with context and analysis, often weaving personal narratives from those affected with broader public policy and political dynamics. This makes it a strong fit for listeners who want rigorous reporting, clear takeaways for stakeholders, and credible guest perspectives across politics... more
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Recent guests on The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast include:
1. John Gibbons
2. Katriona O'Sullivan
3. Margaret E Ward
4. Claire Corkery
5. Deirdre McLaughlin
6. Shona Murray
7. Fiona Weldon
8. Mahya Ostovar
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