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 | 1055 | Founded | 13 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNews | |||
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Hugh Linehan and Pat Leahy close their series on the PDs. In 1997 the party runs a disastrous campaign, falling from 10 seats to four. But they still enter government with Fianna Fáil, with Mary Harney their sole cabinet minister.
Their real influen... more
In the second of three episodes on the rise and fall of the Progessive Democrats, Hugh and Pat pick up the story on the eve of the 1987 general election with the PDs riding a wave of energy and Fianna Fail's Charles Haughey chasing the overall majori... more
Today Hugh and Pat embark on a deep dive into the history of a political party that, despite its small size, had an enormous and lasting impact on Ireland.
Born of the dire economic and political realities of 1980s Ireland, the Progressive Democrats... more
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Very interesting and informative, presented in a pleasant style, with good humour, and good sense.
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Apple Podcasts | #94 |  United Kingdom/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #247 | United Kingdom/News |
Apple Podcasts | #125 |  Australia/News/Politics |
Apple Podcasts | #206 |  Italy/News/Politics |
Spotify | #54 | Ireland/Top Podcasts |
Spotify | #73 | Ireland/Trending |
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The show provides in-depth, conversation-driven analysis of Irish politics, with a steady mix of host-led briefings, historical context, and expert guest commentary. Recent episodes cover by-elections, party dynamics (Fianna Fáil, Sinn Féin, Fine Gael), housing and economic policy, and Ireland's relationship with international politics, including UK politics and U.S. media dynamics. Notable strengths include strong Irish Times staff continuity, rigorous policy/context discussion, and a willingness to interrogate institutional reform and long-term governance, often balanced with accessible banter. It's likely to appeal to politics professionals, policy-minded listeners, and anyone who wants nuanced, journalist-led takes on current Irish affa... more
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1. Rahul Bedi
2. Iain Dale
3. Michel Barnier
4. Enda O'Doherty
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