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The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast

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The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast focuses on the biggest, best and quirkiest stories from the Irish Examiner's unrivalled team of reporters and contributors.

If you want the latest news, the best insight into what’s happening in Cork and around Munster, and the inside track on our exclusive national stories, look no further.

Dropping twice a week on Tuesdays and Fridays, the Deirdre O'Shaughnessy... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes134Founded5 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Growing numbers of new mothers are living in fear their babies will be taken from them by social services because they are homeless.

One woman who spoke to the Irish Examiner remains in hospital with her baby after a C section, but is afraid that wh... more

23 year old Emer O’Loughlin was found dead in a burned-out mobile home in the Burren, Co Clare in April 2005. An inquest into her death last week established – 20 years on - that another person was involved in the young art student’s death.

Her sist... more

Over 42,000 families were affected by the tracker mortgage scandal, put under enormous pressure to pay money they never really owed, but just one person has ever been held responsible. 

Caitríona Redmond and her family spent 20 years fighting the ba... more

A review of security at all IPAS centres nationwide is underway after a Halloween night arson attack on a Drogheda centre housing 28 people .

At the time the fire was set, families including a 20 year old baby were asleep in the building.

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Recent Guests

Pam O'Loughlin
Emer's sister, advocate for justice for her sister's case
Episode: The unsolved murder of Emer O’Loughlin
Liam Heylin
Irish Examiner Court reporter covering the Kieran Quilligan case
Irish Examiner
Episode: The daylight murder of Kieran Quilligan
Paul Hosford
Acting political editor at the Irish Examiner
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Episode: Voting on the 'Cringe Factor'
Nuala Walsh
Author, Irish Examiner contributor, and adjunct professor in behavioral science at Trinity College Dublin
Trinity College Dublin
Episode: Voting on the 'Cringe Factor'
Annmarie O'Connor
Irish Examiner fashion editor, author, and advocate for Parkinson's awareness
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Episode: Annmarie O’Connor on Twitch: My Life with Parkinson’s
Jess Casey
Journalist at The Irish Examiner and Frugaltok expert
The Irish Examiner
Episode: What is Frugaltok, and should you try it?
Ann Murphy
Irish Examiner reporter covering Teddy Murnane's story
Irish Examiner
Episode: The death of Teddy Murnane, with Ann Murphy
Neil Michael
Irish Examiner reporter who is revisiting the case of Michael Gaine.
Irish Examiner
Episode: The Michael Gaine murder investigation six months on - with Neil Michael
Laura O'Connell
A victim of stalking and harassment
Episode: My stalker is being released from prison

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Voting on the 'Cringe Factor'
Q: From a behavioral point of view, what should voters be looking for in the debate tonight?
Voters should look for evidence of the candidates' leadership skills, their ability to connect with the public, and whether they are providing new and inspiring promises.
Suspensions ‘crisis’ at Cork special school
Q: What has been the response from Cork ETB regarding the issues raised by parents?
Cork ETB acknowledged the concerns raised by parents and emphasized their commitment to student welfare, but parents feel urgent action is still needed.
Suspensions ‘crisis’ at Cork special school
Q: When did you learn of the problems at the school?
Problems began to surface in 2023 when parents noticed issues with the management of challenging behaviours and the introduction of policies that punitive towards children's disabilities.
The death of Teddy Murnane, with Ann Murphy
Q: Where does the case against the person charged in Murnane's assault currently stand?
A 31-year-old man, Sean Harding, has been charged with assault causing harm and burglary in connection with the incidents surrounding Murnane's death and is pending further court dates.
The death of Teddy Murnane, with Ann Murphy
Q: What concerns were raised about the reporting of his death?
Some community members contacted the Irish Examiner to express concern that the reporting lacked context about Murnane's past conviction for sexual offenses.

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