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Inside Politics with Hugh Linehan

The Irish Times
Ireland
Fianna Fáil
Sinn Féin
Donald Trump
European Union
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Catherine Connolly
Fine Gael
Housing Crisis
Gaza
Ukraine
Jim Gavin
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Irish Presidential Election
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Micheál Martin
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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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A picture is emerging in the byelection counts. Hugh is joined by Pat Leahy, Harry McGee and Jack Horgan-Jones to discuss what we have learned so far:

On the basis of the numbers available on Saturday afternoon, Social Democrats councillor Daniel En... more

Pat Leahy and Naomi O’Leary join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics:

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Cormac McQuinn and Harry McGee join Hugh for a final look at the Dublin Central and Galway West byelections before voting takes place on Friday.

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Economist and author Sinead O'Sullivan ruffled some feathers recently with her analysis of Ireland’s deficits in infrastructure and services. Her critiques of the State’s failure to deliver things that are taken for granted in other similarly wealthy... more

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Recent Guests

Sinead O'Sullivan
Regular columnist for The Irish Times and writer on sub stack 'But This Time It's Different'
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Episode: What's wrong with Ireland? Sinead O'Sullivan has an answer
Mark Paul
London correspondent for The Irish Times
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Pat Leaghey
Politics analyst and commentator
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Episode: Two-way race for Sinn Féin and Soc Dems in Dublin Central byelection
Keith Duggan
Washington correspondent for The Irish Times
The Irish Times
Episode: Another violent attack on Trump brings a short-lived truce in his battle with the media
Ellen Coyne
Member of The Irish Times political staff
The Irish Times
Episode: What the fuel protests meant
Ivan Nagy
Award-winning Hungarian political journalist and analyst
Hungarian media
Episode: The end of the Orbán model
Daniel Nolan
Award-winning journalist and Hungary watcher
The Irish Times
Episode: The end of the Orbán model
Pat Leigh
Author of Labour and Government 2011-2016
Author
Episode: Could Labour have done anything to avoid electoral wipeout in 2016? Collapse, part three
Oliver Sears
Founder of Holocaust Awareness Ireland, columnist for The Irish Times
Holocaust Awareness Ireland
Episode: Is Ireland taking anti-Semitism seriously enough?

Host

Hugh Linehan
Political editor and host with expertise in Irish politics, known for engaging discussions with various political thinkers and journalists.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • 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.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    MrsMinMin
    Ireland2 months ago
  • Oliver sears interview

    Great interview with Oliver Sears. Informative. Good to get an insight to him to understand his columns better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blackbird365!
    Ireland2 months ago
  • Informative and informal!

    I love this show. The relaxed nature of it makes it easy to listen to, yet all the important topics are covered. It hits the right note for me

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Caitinv
    Ireland3 months ago
  • Inside Politics with Hugh Linehan

    Very interesting and informative, presented in a pleasant style, with good humour, and good sense.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tartaraghan
    Ireland3 months ago
  • The Horserace Politics Podcast

    Occasionally has good episodes when guests like Fintan O Toole, Aidan Regan or Una Mullaly , keep the hosts on track. Doesn’t delve into how these issues affect people’s lives. Mainly polls and who is winning one nil up 2-1 down type analysis.

    They seem more interested in politics that is entertains for them instead of explaining the nuances of how it affects peoples lives

    Apple Podcasts
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    Patches D Fitz
    Ireland3 months ago

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Regular listeners commend the podcast as essential for keeping up with the intricacies of Irish political developments.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and well-balanced analysis of Irish politics, often praising the quality of guests and discussions.
Some feedback indicates dissatisfaction with perceived biases and the handling of certain political topics, suggesting a divide in audience opinions.

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#77
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#164
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#131
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#136
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#182
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#29
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What's wrong with Ireland? Sinead O'Sullivan has an answer
Q: What would a reform-oriented path look like for Ireland?
It would involve building durable institutions, separating politics from long-term infrastructure planning, and shifting from a revenue-driven subsidy culture to investment in housing, transport, and public services that endure over decades.
What's wrong with Ireland? Sinead O'Sullivan has an answer
Q: Why does the current system persist despite widespread dissatisfaction?
Because the political economy rewards subsidies and short-term fixes, and there is a powerful middle-class, professional services, and asset holders who benefit from this arrangement, making reforms politically costly.
What's wrong with Ireland? Sinead O'Sullivan has an answer
Q: What is the fundamental problem with how Ireland organizes its infrastructure and services?
The problem is a structural mismatch and lack of long-term institutions to plan and fund infrastructure, leading to short-term political decisions and misalignment between what is needed and what is delivered.
Two-way race for Sinn Féin and Soc Dems in Dublin Central byelection
Q: What impact did the Bertie Ahern immigration remarks have on Fianna Fáil's standing in this poll?
The controversy likely hurt Fianna Fáil, contributing to a weaker showing in a Dublin Central environment where voters are dissatisfied with government handling and migration policy; however, the exact effect depends on how voters transfer and respond in the final week.
Two-way race for Sinn Féin and Soc Dems in Dublin Central byelection
Q: How important are transfers from other candidates to Ennis's chances?
Transfers from Green, Labour, Fianna Gael, and Fianna Fáil voters could push Ennis toward the quota, especially if Boylan remains ahead on first preferences but needs a broad transfer base.

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A prominent discussion platform focusing on the ever-evolving dynamics of Irish politics, featuring insightful commentary from journalists and political thinkers. Key topics include governmental strategy, political accountability, and education reforms, coupled with a deep analysis of current events like international relations and domestic policies. Noteworthy is the podcast's ability to engage in critical discussions about the political landscape in Ireland, often juxtaposing domestic challenges with broader global issues, providing listeners with a comprehensive understanding of not just what happens, but why it matters. The blend of expert analysis and timely topics likely appeals to those keenly interested in the intricacies of governm... more

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