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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

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Earlier this week, word began circulating among drone operators in Cork – architects, roofers, corporate video creators and wedding photographers – of a new rule requiring two days' notice of intention to fly a drone over large swathes of the city.

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Big Tech products like Whatsapp, Microsoft Office and the Apple iPhone have become essential to our daily lives, but as President Trump’s tantrums come and go, European reliance on American technology has come into focus.

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Brian Honan
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Episode: Moving away from US tech, with Brian Honan
Sean Murray
Irish Examiner reporter with experience on U.S. immigration issues
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Episode: Minneapolis under siege – with Sean Murray
Sean Binder
Humanitarian and criminal lawyer, formerly charged with people smuggling
Episode: Humanitarian Sean Binder’s fight for justice
Liz Dunphy
Irish Examiner reporter covering Sean Binder's story
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Episode: Humanitarian Sean Binder’s fight for justice
Marion McKeone
A journalist who has been writing about American politics for decades.
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Episode: Mad King Donald, with Marion McKeone
Michael Droney
Owner of several popular bars in Cork, including Crawford & Co and Aye, and advocate for addiction recovery
Crawford & Co
Episode: A publican’s story of addiction and recovery, with Michael Droney
Eoghan Cleary
Educator and researcher focused on the impact of digital content on youth.
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Episode: ‘AI girlfriends’ with Eoghan Cleary
Dr. Manizha Khan
A dentist who shared her journey from Kabul to Cork, facing the challenges of being a woman under Taliban rule.
Episode: Manizha Khan Part 1: One woman’s escape from The Taliban
Manizha Khan
Refugee from Afghanistan and advocate for refugees
Episode: Manizha Khan Part 2: ‘I would die for Ireland’

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Deirdre O'Shaughnessy
Host of The Deirdre O'Shaughnessy Podcast, known for presenting insightful stories from various contributors and reporters.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 37 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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    Intriguing tale tracing a troubled American man’s life which culminated in Ireland where he had sought asylum status.

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  • A life stolen

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

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Moving away from US tech, with Brian Honan
Q: What measures are governments taking at a level to try and move away from Microsoft?
The French government established Vizio, a platform using open-source software and local infrastructure, to offer services to its civil servants, moving them away from US technology.
Moving away from US tech, with Brian Honan
Q: Can you explain what GDPR means in terms of who holds our information and how that could be used?
GDPR protects personal information, ensuring that businesses treat individuals' data responsibly; however, US companies must comply with the US Cloud Act, which could threaten that data's privacy.
Moving away from US tech, with Brian Honan
Q: What sort of services are we all using that are vulnerable to Trump's whims?
Most social media platforms and communication tools are owned by US companies, such as Microsoft and Google for emails, which make us reliant on their services.
Humanitarian Sean Binder’s fight for justice
Q: How has Sean's experience impacted his personal life and career?
The trial and charges significantly affected his ability to work and start a family, ultimately inspiring him to become a criminal lawyer.
Humanitarian Sean Binder’s fight for justice
Q: What were the charges that Sean Binder faced?
Sean Binder was charged with people smuggling, money laundering, and lesser charges like fraud and espionage, which he believed were spurious and unjustified.

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This podcast offers a captivating exploration of significant news stories, unique perspectives, and remarkable human experiences, primarily sourced from the Irish Examiner's extensive reporting team. Covering a diverse range of topics, the discussions often highlight the challenges faced by various communities, focus on uplifting personal stories, and provide insights into current events, particularly those affecting Cork and the surrounding Munster region. Its engaging content aims to keep listeners informed and connected with the latest happenings in society, including in-depth analyses of pressing issues and heartfelt narratives that resonate with a broad audience.

Listeners can expect not only timely news coverage but also stories that... more

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