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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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This is series 2 of An Irishwoman’s Diary from The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast, search in your podcast app for An Irishwoman’s Diary to find the six-episode Series 1.  

A precursor of Cabaret, the show about ‘a bad girl with a heart of gold’, beca... more

This is series 2 of An Irishwoman’s Diary from The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast, search in your podcast app for An Irishwoman’s Diary to find the six-episode Series 1.  

Once described as “Ireland’s ablest female journalist”, the exploits of war co... more

This is series 2 of An Irishwoman’s Diary from The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast, search in your podcast app for An Irishwoman’s Diary to find the six-episode Series 1.  

Countess Joan Fitzgerald was a pivotal figure in medieval Ireland, immensely w... more

This is series 2 of An Irishwoman’s Diary from The Deirdre O’Shaughnessy Podcast, search in your podcast app for An Irishwoman’s Diary to find the six-episode Series 1.

She competed in three separate Olympic games; competed for Ireland in hockey, te... more

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Clodagh Finn
Irish Examiner columnist
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Episode: An Irishwoman’s Diary Episode 7: Founder of the first Magdalen Asylum - Arabella Denny
Jennifer Horgan
Weekly Friday columnist, teacher and parent
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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
Sean Murray
Reporter who contributed the sustainability survey analysis
Irish Examiner
Episode: How we really feel about sustainabililty, with Sean Murray
Louise Burne
Political journalist and analyst
Irish Examiner
Episode: BONUS EPISODE Trouble in the house of Healy Rae
Barry Cummins
Journalist, Irish Examiner
Irish Examiner
Episode: The mystery of Bill Fitzgibbon, found with amnesia in Cork in 1986, with Barry Cummins
Orla McAndrew
Chef and food writer
Orla McAndrew writer
Episode: Irish food culture - more than Taytos and Kerrygold? with Orla McAndrew
Liz Dunphy
Journalist at Irish Examiner
Irish Examiner
Episode: Garda Paul Moody convicted of coercive control, and calls for a public record of domestic violence, with Liz Dunphy
Aolish Gormley
Founder of Year of Care campaign, advocate for postnatal care
Year of Care campaign
Episode: The year of care campaign, with Aolish Gormley

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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JacquelineFitz
    Ireland4 years ago
  • A life stolen

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    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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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.
Who was Yves Sakila, with Alison O’Reilly
Q: Tell me what we know about Yves' early life in the DRC.
Alison explains Yves's early life, including living with his family in the DRC, his move to Dublin under a reunification program, and the bond with Angel who raised him as her own.
The mystery of Bill Fitzgibbon, found with amnesia in Cork in 1986, with Barry Cummins
Q: Why was there no earlier public appeal or identification efforts?
Authorities prioritized the man's medical and emotional needs and his dignity, and there were concerns about exposing him to TV cameras or causing trauma; public identification was not pursued aggressively until now.

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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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7. Orla McAndrew
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