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The 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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John Mearscheimer returns to the podcast to talk to Hugh about his view of geopolitics and global security in 2026.

They talk about Donald Trump's unilateralism, the security architecture of Europe, the consequences for Europe of the war in Ukraine,... more

Pat Leahy and Ellen Coyne join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics:

·       When it comes to the housing crisis or whether to spend the exchequer surplus, the results from the latest Irish Times/Ipsos B&A poll suggest an electorate tha... more

Last week the Government confirmed it will push ahead with legislation to change how the Defence Forces are deployed overseas, including the removal of the Triple Lock when Irish troops are part of an international force.

The Triple Lock makes it ne... more

Harry McGee and Cormac McQuinn join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics:

·       The floods brought by Storm Chandra earlier this week devastated eastern parts of the country, and once again exposed our lack of preparation for extreme ... more

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Recent Guests

John Mearsheimer
A professor at the University of Chicago and the leading exponent of the theory of defensive realism.
University of Chicago
Episode: John Mearscheimer: Why Europe still needs the USA
Tom Clonan
Independent representative and former army officer
Episode: Should Ireland keep the Triple Lock?
Jim O'Callaghan
Fianna Fáil's Minister for Justice, discussing immigration, security, and party leadership
Fianna Fáil
Episode: Jim O'Callaghan: We made a bad decision on the presidency
Eoin Lenihan
Author and former teacher and lecturer, researched online political extremism.
Episode: Eoin Lenihan on how Ireland was 'vandalised'
Naomi O'Leary
Europe correspondent for The Irish Times
The Irish Times
Episode: Does Ireland's neutrality leave room for increased defence spending?
Eoin O'Malley
Political scientist and author of 'Charlie versus Garret'
Dublin City University
Episode: What our 'Charlie versus Garret' series got wrong - with Eoin O'Malley
Niall McCann
UN expert with nearly two decades of experience working in various electoral roles within the UN.
United Nations
Episode: The broken UN, and Ireland's role: 'There's cynicism among member states towards our so-called neutrality'
Ronan McGreevy
Historian currently working on a book about Sean LaMasse
The Irish Times
Episode: Are we still living in De Valera's Ireland?
Cormac Moore
Author of 'The Root of All Evil'
Irish Academic Press
Episode: What lessons does the Irish Boundary Commission hold for how borders are made – and unmade – in contested spaces?

Host

Hugh Linehan
Political editor and host known for his critical engagement with issues of Irish politics and societal analysis.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • Interesting

    Wow you really upset that guy Eoin Lenihan

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gilo 11
    Ireland2 months ago
  • Terry Prone

    Hugh’s conversation with Terry Prone is a classic. I hope you invite her back!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Johnny in the Mass Hills
    United States2 months ago
  • My Go-To Irish Politics Podcast

    Always insightful and well-balanced. Inside Politics is my go-to for clear analysis of Irish politics. Great hosts and excellent guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ClearCast121
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Best Irish politics Pod.

    Never miss it. Excellent content and the accompanying discussions are always thought provoking but also manage the necessary lighter touch too. The Crash series was another tour de force.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MonicaR-K
    Ireland6 months ago
  • Great show

    Excellent content by Sally Hayden on Syria and Lebanon

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    avavshsoksavsm agsvsbsa
    Ireland10 months ago

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John Mearscheimer: Why Europe still needs the USA
Q: Is it in itself a destabilizing influence now in geopolitics and something we should be afraid about over the next few years?
Mearsheimer states that Trump may exacerbate the already troubling situation in both domestic and international politics.
John Mearscheimer: Why Europe still needs the USA
Q: What should we make then of developments since the ceasefire in Gaza?
Mearsheimer asserts that US complicity in the actions in Gaza is problematic, and emphasizes that any peace efforts are ineffective without Palestinian involvement.
John Mearscheimer: Why Europe still needs the USA
Q: How crucial is what happens in Ukraine over the next year to three years to these other elements we've been discussing?
Mearsheimer believes the outcome in Ukraine will significantly impact European-Russian relations for years to come.
John Mearscheimer: Why Europe still needs the USA
Q: Is it not also the case that as NATO becomes weaker and perhaps, you know, ends, that it will be replaced to some extent by the European Union as a common security grouping?
Mearsheimer argues that the EU cannot replace NATO's security role as long as the US is involved, and without it, European states would struggle with collective action.
John Mearscheimer: Why Europe still needs the USA
Q: To what extent, if at all, does the current presidency's theory of the case when it comes to US foreign policy align with what you would have regarded as the correct realist policy for previous administrations to pursue?
Mearsheimer explains that Trump is a unilateralist, contrasting sharply with his predecessors who valued international law and multilateral institutions.

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