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If you don't have the time to keep up with every twist and turn of the news agenda then sit back and Let Me Explain. Each week host Seán Defoe goes behind the scenes on one of the biggest stories dominating the airwaves. Why is it a big deal? Who's trying to spin you a line? And, most importantly, why should you give a damn?

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This week the wonderful Dr Niamh Wycherly from Maynooth University joins us to discuss what medieval Christmas was like in Ireland and whether pagans had similar festivals around the same time of year

On this week's episode we're chatting to Lars Edman, the man behind the Prince August Toy Soldier factory in Co. Cork as they gear up for Christmas

This week we're talking to Dr Emma Whelan from Maynooth University about a new research project involving the launch of a very niche satellite which will watch baby stars. Baby stars being at a minimum a million years old...

In this week's episode of "Let Me Explain," host Sean Defoe explores the controversial proposal to rename Dublin Airport after former Taoiseach Sean Lemass. With insights from TD Malcolm Byrne, we discuss why Lemass deserves this honor, given his piv... more

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Recent Guests

Niamh Wycherly
Expert from Maynooth University specializing in medieval traditions
Maynooth University
Episode: 206. Christmas before Christians
Lars Edman
Manager and owner of the Toy Soldier Factory
Prince August Toy Soldier Factory
Episode: 205. Ireland's Only Toy Soldier Factory
Dr. Emma Whelan
Leader of the research team on the MOVE satellite project at Maynooth University
Maynooth University
Episode: 204. The Secret Life of Stars
Justice Marie Baker
Chair of the Electoral Commission
Electoral Commission
Episode: 197. Can Jim Gavin still become President? And how to NOT spoil your vote
Jim Gavin
Newly endorsed candidate for Fianna Fáil in the presidential election
Fianna Fáil
Episode: 192. Jim Gavin's First Newstalk Interview
Dr. Jennifer Kavanagh
A law lecturer and expert on the Constitution
Southeast Technological University
Episode: 189. What is the President not allowed to say?
Lucy Berthold
Professor at the University of Bristol focusing on space exploration and human factors
University of Bristol
Episode: 185. What prisons can teach us about living on Mars
Sarina Bellissimo
Broadcaster, entertainment journalist, fantastic person overall
Episode: 181. How do direct to streaming TV shows make money?
Michael Common
Voice of the Dart and Irish Rail
Episode: 179. Behind the scenes on the DART

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Seán Defoe
Host of discussions around major news stories, focusing on political developments with expertise and engaging commentary.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 88 ratings
  • Great informative listen

    Great podcast with quick, knowledgeable info. Brilliant for the upcoming election.

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    Biatooo
    Irelanda year ago
  • Too funny!

    Loving the humour. This had me laughing all the way through. (Episode 2). Will definitely be tuning in next week 😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KRHshops
    Ireland4 years ago
  • 5 Star

    Brilliant podcast. Looking forward to next week already!

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    Ireland4 years ago

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206. Christmas before Christians
Q: Where's the first evidence of actual Christmas then, of it being celebrated for the first times in Ireland?
The first evidence indicates Christmas was not a significant celebration in medieval times compared to Easter.
206. Christmas before Christians
Q: So pre-Christian Christmas, did we have sort of rituals that were around the same time of the year?
We can't reconstruct non-Christian rituals from that time, as most evidence comes from Christian sources.
205. Ireland's Only Toy Soldier Factory
Q: What is the most popular product you offer?
The popularity of products varies by country, with specific historical figures being favored.
205. Ireland's Only Toy Soldier Factory
Q: How has customer demographics shifted at the factory?
Most of our customers are now adults, as previous child customers have grown up and returned for hobby purposes.
205. Ireland's Only Toy Soldier Factory
Q: Why did you choose to set up in Cork?
We had a business friend from Sweden who had relocated here five years earlier and showed us around the available facilities.

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