Inside Politics with Hugh Linehan
The Irish TimesThe best analysis of the Irish political scene featuring Irish Times journalists, political thinkers and the occasional politician. Hosted by Hugh Linehan.
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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1071 | Founded | 13 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNews | |||
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Apple Podcasts1Stephen P.H.
Irelanda month ago - Insight into Ireland past and present
Really enjoyed the recent series on the PDs. Great insight into an organisation which charts the story of how Ireland changed in the late 20th century. As usual, well researched and well told.
Apple Podcasts5141197Irelanda month ago - Enjoyable
Really enjoy Inside Politics. Listening to it is a great way to inform myself without getting weighed down by facts, figures and concepts. The banter between the hosts and guests adds to it. Particularly enjoyed Iain Dale’s contribution today.
Apple Podcasts5Caroline HeffoIreland2 months ago - Sinead O’Sullivan
What an insightful episode. Sinead is amazing…. When she has finished rewiring Dublin, can you send her to London please? You may have noticed, we are in need of some assistance!
Apple Podcasts5Mike N21
United Kingdom4 months ago - Centrist Dads.
Always great to listen in on the thoughts & feels of the national centrist dad’s conversation. That said, Pat Leahy’s seeming inability to use a mic is as, if not more, frustrating than the unimaginative, conservative positions to be (un)heard on the podcast.
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Apple Podcasts | #76 | United Kingdom/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #181 | United Kingdom/News |
Apple Podcasts | #151 |  Australia/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #216 |  Italy/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #247 |  France/News/Politics |
Spotify | #46 | Ireland/Top Podcasts |
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This program delivers sharp, newsroom-style analysis of Irish politics, frequently featuring Irish Times journalists, political thinkers, and occasional politicians. Episodes cover Irish governmental policy, elections, party dynamics, and EU–Ireland relations, often with a balanced, centrist lens and a mix of historical context and current events. Notable strengths include deep reporting, thoughtful guest selections, and lively banter that keeps complex topics accessible. A few critiques from listeners center on perceived biases or pacing, but the show remains a go-to for listeners seeking clear, informed Irish political analysis and candid conversations with influential voices.
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Recent guests on Inside Politics include:
1. Shana Cohen
2. Jack Horgan-Jones
3. Jack Chambers
4. Paul Mason
5. Paul Howard
6. Liz Carolan
7. Ellen Coyne
8. Liam Kneafsey
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