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Newstalk Daily brings everything you need to know on the story of the day that you care about. Presented by renowned broadcaster Ciara Doherty, Newstalk Daily will be available every Monday to Friday to start your day with a conversation that counts.

CONVERSATION THAT COUNTS | Ireland’s national independent talk station for news, sport, analysis and entertainment

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Latest Episodes

The fallout from Jeffrey Donaldson’s conviction is now spreading beyond the courtroom. 

 The former DUP leader has been found guilty of serious sexual offences against children. 

 Questions are being asked as to who knew what and when? 

 The DUP h... more

Ireland takes over the EU presidency today. 

 For the next six months, Irish ministers and diplomats will help steer the Council of the European Union. 

 But this is not a quiet moment to take the chair, and the role itself might not be clear to a ... more

Six months ago, Australia brought in the world’s first social media ban.

 It focused on people under-sixteen, and was a real test to see how an outright ban could work, in a similar way to alcohol and cigarettes. 

 But here we are six months later ... more

On a sweltering June day last year, The Dublin-based French Mancel family left their apartment in Leopardstown in south Dublin, headed to Dublin Airport.  

They flew to Reykjavik and checked into the luxury Edition hotel for what seemed like a holid... more

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Recent Guests

Jason Corcoran
Journalist, author of Leaving Russia, How Putin Forced a Country's Future to Flee
The Irish Examiner, Bloomberg News, The Wall Street Journal, The Sunday Times
Episode: What's Going On With Aughinish Alumina?
Imogen Foulkes
BBC Geneva correspondent
BBC
Episode: Will Switzerland Vote To Cap Its Population at 10 Million?
Joe Lynam
Newstalk's business correspondent who discusses the money behind the tournament
Newstalk
Episode: Is This World Cup More About Business Than Football?
Larry Donnelly
Law lecturer at University of Galway and US politics commentator
University of Galway
Episode: Trump's Tantrum & The 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'
John O'Brennan
Professor of European Integration at Maynooth University
Maynooth University
Episode: Is a Bigger EU a Better EU?
Karen McHugh
Irish journalist based in Reykjavik, Iceland
Irish journalist in Iceland
Episode: Is a Bigger EU a Better EU?
Maeve King
Policy and strategy researcher at Trinity College Dublin, advocate for pluralist education
Trinity College Dublin
Episode: Do We Need A Secular Alternative To Communion and Confirmation?
Petesy Carroll
From Uncrowned and Yahoo Sports
Uncrowned; Yahoo Sports
Episode: Strange Bedfellows: What’s Behind UFC Freedom 250?
Dr. Rahaf Aldoughli
Lecturer in Middle East and North African Studies at Lancaster University
Lancaster University
Episode: What Happened With Saudi's Spending Spree?

Hosts

Shane Beatty
Host of Newstalk Daily; longstanding contributor with broad coverage across daily news and analysis.
Ciara Kelly
Co-host featured on Newstalk Daily with a focus on current affairs, politics, and public discourse.
Ciara Doherty
Senior presenter and journalist with a focus on news, politics, and public affairs.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • Drivel

    Badly presented nonsense

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mac an tSionnaigh
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great show

    Love Ciara’s presence. Well informed, no-nonsense and still entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunnytort
    Ireland2 months ago
  • Easy and enjoyable listen!

    The podcast provides a good balance between serious topics and lighter conversations, it’s an enjoyable listen for anyone who wants to keep up to date on issues of the day. Ciara does a great job!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Deeproperty
    Ireland2 months ago
  • Great Listen!

    Excellent range of topics, with knowledgeable guests, giving you a good scope of the story of the day

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RoryFilmsThings
    Irelanda year ago
  • Great new podcast

    Really enjoying Newstalk Daily Ciara, great topics and wonderful interviews. Congratulations

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lisqwe
    Australiaa year ago

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#156
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Apple Podcasts
#27
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Apple Podcasts
#137
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#157
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Trump's Tantrum & The 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'
Q: What stood out most for you during the exchange?
The host and guest highlighted how Welker pressed for concrete evidence of fraud and how Trump's response framed the discussion around perceptions of bias and credibility rather than verifiable facts.
Trump's Tantrum & The 'Anti-Weaponization Fund'
Q: What did you think when you heard that interview?
The panelist described Trump as airing mixed signals, noting the difficulty for Republicans in navigating his approach while acknowledging the long-standing tension between Trump's rhetoric and formal policy language.
What's Going On With Aughinish Alumina?
Q: What is the ownership history and sanctions status of Aughinish, and could the state intervene given the jobs at stake?
Ownership traces back to Rusal under Deripaska since 2007; sanctions have targeted Deripaska personally, not necessarily the alumina asset, and while there were contingency plans to nationalize to protect jobs, the government has hesitated citing legal and economic complexities alongside European supply considerations.
What's Going On With Aughinish Alumina?
Q: Do we get a real understanding of what Aughinish is, what its connections are and what's been alleged against it?
The refinery is a large alumina producer acquired by Deripaska in 2007, importing bauxite to make alumina that ends up in global smelters, with investigations suggesting potential links to drone production and armaments via supply chains, while government responses emphasize legal and economic protections for jobs.
The Pope Vs AI
Q: What are the potential positive impacts of AI in healthcare and education, and how might these balance against displacement concerns?
The panel acknowledges AI's potential to improve healthcare access and education while noting the risk of job displacement; they argue for thoughtful policy, literacy efforts, and responsible deployment to maximize benefits while minimizing harms.

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A daytime current-events show that foregrounds politics, policy, international affairs, media integrity, and societal issues through interviews with academics, journalists, lawmakers, and experts. Episodes frequently feature deep dives into Irish politics, global power dynamics, high-profile investigations, technology-enabled disinformation, and social trends, often anchored by rigorous analysis and real-world implications. The program stands out for its mix of veteran reporters, researchers, and practitioners who bring historical context, investigative angles, and practical insights to timely stories. Listeners likely value informed, no-nonsense discussion, diverse viewpoints, and actionable takeaways for understanding complex issues.

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2. Imogen Foulkes
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4. Larry Donnelly
5. John O'Brennan
6. Karen McHugh
7. Maeve King
8. Petesy Carroll

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