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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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Latest Episodes

The exploitation of vulnerable women for sex in exchange for housing was first highlighted by reporter Ann Murphy in 2020.

Young migrant workers with limited English and no network and Ukrainians fleeing the war were among those Ann spoke to in her ... more

Heatwaves have always happened, but in the context of our changing climate and an El Nino year, how do we cope, and what do we need to do?

Meteorologist and author Joanna Donnelly  is the guest on today's podcast, explaining the terms we use around ... more

16 year old Grace Lynch was killed by a scrambler bike in January, while out walking near her home in Dublin.

Her heartbroken parents Siobhán and Martin immediately embarked on a campaign to ensure nobody would suffer as they had, seeking legal chan... more

American mother of one Jamey Carney is the eighth woman to die violently in Ireland this year.

Her body was discovered in her Killarney home just one day after that of Adina Constantin in Portlaoise, whose husband has been charged in connection with... more

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Joanna Donnelly
Meteorologist and author
Episode: Heatwaves, El Nino and coping with our changing climate with Joanna Donnelly
Siobhán Lynch
Parent and campaigner for Grace Lynch
Grace Lynch Campaign
Episode: Grace Lynch’s parents on death threats, online abuse and their campaign for road safety reform
Martin Lynch
Parent and campaigner for Grace Lynch
Grace Lynch Campaign
Episode: Grace Lynch’s parents on death threats, online abuse and their campaign for road safety reform
Dominic Finn
Cork County Councillor who was adopted from Bessborough and later traced his birth family
Cork County Council
Episode: Adopted from Bessborough – Dominic Finn’s story
Clodagh Finn
Irish Examiner columnist
Irish Examiner
Episode: An Irishwoman’s Diary Episode 7: Founder of the first Magdalen Asylum - Arabella Denny
Jennifer Horgan
Weekly Friday columnist, teacher and parent
The Irish Examiner
Episode: School holidays and the motherhood penalty, with Jennifer Horgan and Sinead O’Moore
Sinead O'Moore
Writer on motherhood and host of The Stretch Marks Podcast
The Stretch Marks Podcast
Episode: School holidays and the motherhood penalty, with Jennifer Horgan and Sinead O’Moore
Mick Clifford
Senior political journalist, Irish Examiner
Irish Examiner
Episode: BONUS EPISODE Trouble in the house of Healy Rae
Louise Burne
Political journalist and analyst
Irish Examiner
Episode: BONUS EPISODE Trouble in the house of Healy Rae

Hosts

Ima Walsh
Host with background in journalism and business reporting, affiliated with Irish Examiner and related outlets
Deirdre O'Shaughnessy
Veteran Irish Examiner journalist and host, often guiding interviews and framing analysis

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • The Irishwoman’s Diary

    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.

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    Catmom100
    United States6 months ago
  • The Lost American

    Intriguing tale tracing a troubled American man’s life which culminated in Ireland where he had sought asylum status.

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    JacquelineFitz
    Ireland4 years ago
  • A life stolen

    Heartbreaking story of such a short beautiful life told in a really loved way.

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    Neilusl(portugal)
    Ireland5 years ago

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Thoughtful, well-researched discussions with real-world context.
Covers a broad range of Irish issues with credibility and depth.
Guest selection feels purposeful, adding diverse expertise and perspectives.

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Heatwaves, El Nino and coping with our changing climate with Joanna Donnelly
Q: What does El Niño mean for the outlook on the weather?
El Niño disrupts normal weather patterns in the Pacific; when combined with a warmer global baseline, it increases the likelihood of more extreme heat events in some regions and alters rainfall patterns.
Heatwaves, El Nino and coping with our changing climate with Joanna Donnelly
Q: First, let's talk about this heat wave we're having. What's a heat wave in Ireland?
A heat wave in Ireland is defined as five days with temperatures over 25 degrees, reflecting a shift from the older definition and highlighting a changing climate and health risk.
Explaining the EU Migration Pact, with Paul Hosford
Q: What exactly does the 12-week decision timeline mean for asylum applicants in Ireland?
The 12-week timeline is intended to speed up both the initial asylum decision and subsequent returns where asylum is not granted, but it raises concerns about whether vulnerable claimants will have adequate time to present evidence or access legal and support services.
School holidays and the motherhood penalty, with Jennifer Horgan and Sinead O’Moore
Q: Isn't that a million dollar question? Like, Jen, for you, what would that look like?
Jen responds with ideas about shared parental responsibilities, more flexible leave options, and stronger government involvement to support families, including better childcare structures and workplace flexibility.
Who was Yves Sakila, with Alison O’Reilly
Q: What happened on Henry Street and what is the status of the investigation?
Alison details the incident on Henry Street, the involvement of Gardaí, the ongoing autopsy/toxicology process, and the steps taken by the family and solicitor to obtain the full chronology and footage.

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This show features rigorous analysis and human-centered storytelling drawn from Irish Examiner reporting across politics, crime, social issues, and culture. Episodes pair investigative journalism with interview-led context, often unpacking complex public-interest cases, policy debates, and personal narratives. A notable strength is bringing frontline reporters and subject-matter experts into candid conversations, offering practical takeaways for listeners such as policymakers, professionals, and curious readers who want deeper context behind headlines. The format tends to blend data, narrative, and investigative rigor, with a track record of thoughtful guest selection from journalism, government, academia, and advocacy, making it a strong f... more

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5. Clodagh Finn
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