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Drivetime

RTÉ Radio 1
Gaza
Domestic Violence
LGBTQ Rhetoric and Violence
Ireland
Public Speaking
Israel Strike On UN Peacekeepers
Israel
Renewable Energy
Lebanon
St. Vincent's University Hospital
Transport Police Unit
Emergency Department
UNIFIL
Asset Seizures
Bystander CPR
Dublin Bus
Public Safety
Men's Development Network
Women's Aid
An Garda Síochána

Highlights from the daily news programme with Sarah McInerney and Cormac Ó hEadhra. Featuring all the latest stories, interviews and special reports. Listen live Monday to Friday at 4.30pm on RTÉ Radio 1.

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With E-Scooters now considered the most dangerous form of transport in Ireland - according to research from the Road Safety Authority - should basic training be a requirement before taking them on the roads? Drivetime reporter John Cooke went back to... more

Today Barnardos have launched a report that looks at parental mental health. Stephen Moffatt is the National Policy Manager at the children's Charity tells us more about the report.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

34 people died this Saturday 51 years ago after no warning car bombs exploded in Dublin and Monaghan. A year since Taoiseach Michael Martin pledged to release all state files on the atrocity, gardai haven't provided key information to a major investi... more

The latest reports say over 100 people have been killed overnight in airstrikes on Gaza. For more on this Franz Luef, Emergency Coordinator with Médecins Sans Frontieres, currently in Khan Younis, Gaza.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat... more

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Recent Guests

Oisin McConville
Wicklow GA manager and ambassador for gamblingcare.ie
gamblingcare.ie
Episode: Bank introduces voluntary blocks on cards for gambling addicts
Anne Barrett Doyle
Co-director of Bishop Accountability, a global organization researching clerical sexual abuse.
Bishop Accountability
Episode: Conclave to choose new pope to begin on the 7th of May
Yuriy Sak
Advisor to Ukraine's Ministry of Strategic Industries
Ukrainian Ministry of Strategic Industries
Episode: US Vice President JD Vance says he didn't see a quick end to the Ukranian conflict
Malachy Browne
From the Visual Investigations Unit of The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: The New York Times analysis shows soldiers fired over the course of six minutes at unarmed emergency workers who never posed a threat
Ghada Alhaddad
Gaza media and communications officer with Oxfam International
Oxfam International
Episode: Humanitarian worker from Gaza on the effects of the blockade two months on
Clare Connolly
Estate Agent based in Dundrum
Episode: The dos and don'ts of getting your house ready for sale
Patricia Rickard-Clarke
Representative from Safeguarding Ireland
Safeguarding Ireland
Episode: Concerns raised by Grace's legal team regarding Farrelly Commission Report
John Prenty
Chief Executive of Connacht GAA and former All Ireland hurler with Wexford
Connacht GAA
Episode: Should the All-Ireland Finals be moved back to September?
Tom Dempsey
Former All Ireland hurler
Episode: Should the All-Ireland Finals be moved back to September?

Hosts

Sarah McInerney
Host who engages with guests and addresses a range of topics including political, social, and economic issues.
Cormac Ó hEadhra
Co-host who provides insights and commentary on current affairs, collaborating with guests and listeners to explore various topics.

Reviews

3.6 out of 5 stars from 131 ratings
  • Excellent presenters. Podcast has lots of ads.

    The show is excellent, but I find the ads repetitive and excessive. The presenters are incredible, though. They handle serious and light-hearted equally well and are a pleasure to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    IÓR
    Irelanda year ago
  • Good show, poor podcast

    Could be much better at updating/uploading podcasts. Very sketchy at times. Kieran Cuddihy & Matt Cooper’s teams are far better at this. Sometimes miss Mary Wilson’s forensic questioning and attention to detail: has become a little fluffy. Bring back the radio column by Olivia O’Leary or Joseph O’Connor or similar. Not the best Drivetime show. Light touch.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    polcoranoraknot
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Should be renamed Cormac and friends

    Used to listen to RTÉ regularly for impartial news coverage however I find that lately you favour one side of a debate and try steer listeners to think a certain way. A lot of anger in communities about the huge influx of refugees but listening to RTÉ is like entering an alternative universe the only issue seems to be government not spending tax payers money fast enough to house them. The same with climate change never mention the fact the worlds climate has always changed always trying to scare... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    HOWDIDICANCELRTESUBSCRIPTION
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Good show, poor podcast

    Could be much better at updating podcasts. Very sketchy at times. Sometimes miss Mary Wilson’s forensic questioning and attention to detail: has become a little fluffy. Bring back the radio column by Olivia O’Leary or Joseph O’Connor or similar. Scope for development/improvement overall.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    polcoranoraknot
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Excellent presenters. Poor podcast.

    Ads every 5 minutes is insanity and too hard to listen to. This show is publicly funded yet has 20 to 100 times more ads than podcasts of comparable quality or significance eg Echo Chambers podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Amiga Ireland
    Ireland3 years ago

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There are concerns about the frequency and timing of podcast uploads, with many feeling that episodes are not updated promptly.
Criticism often points to a perceived bias in coverage, suggesting that the show favors certain viewpoints.
Positive feedback mentions the show's coverage of a wide range of topics and engaging storytelling.
Some reviews highlight issues with excessive advertisements, which detracts from listener experience.
Listeners appreciate the quality of the presenters and their ability to handle both serious and light-hearted topics effectively.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#231
Italy/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#231
Australia/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#19
Ireland/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#47
Brazil/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#71
Poland/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#93
Ireland/News

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The New York Times analysis shows soldiers fired over the course of six minutes at unarmed emergency workers who never posed a threat
Q: Do you think the IDF, the Israeli soldiers, knowingly attacked the medics, that they knowingly killed them against the rules of war?
Malachy states that the IDF's actions reflected a dangerous assumption that the medics were Hamas, despite clear identification as aid workers.
The New York Times analysis shows soldiers fired over the course of six minutes at unarmed emergency workers who never posed a threat
Q: How did you reconstruct all of this footage?
Malachy explains the effort involved in gathering visual and audio evidence despite initial misinformation from the IDF.
Minister Dara Calleary on deferring pension auto enrolment
Q: Will his salary be the €430,000 a year mentioned?
I’m not aware of that detail, Cormac.
Minister Dara Calleary on deferring pension auto enrolment
Q: What about vulnerable employees though who were told by your predecessor Heather Humphreys that this would become a reality in 2025, now it won't?
It will become a reality on the 1st of January 2026.
Oireachtas showdown likely over Skorts controversy
Q: So the Camogie Association could be coming before the Oireachtas Sports Committee to discuss this issue?
Alan Kelly indicated that if necessary, he would call the Camogie Association to address the concerns raised.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Drivetime

What is Drivetime about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The episodes provide a comprehensive overview of current affairs, addressing key topics in news, politics, economics, and social issues. A standout feature is the deep engagement with experts, including guests from diverse backgrounds such as politics, finance, health, and media, allowing for nuanced discussions on pressing issues such as insurance reform, mental health, and humanitarian crises. This blend of expert opinions and timely reporting positions the content as particularly valuable for listeners seeking to understand the complexities of contemporary events in Ireland and beyond.

Unique to this audio series is the balance between serious reporting and lighter, human-interest segments, making the content accessible to a wide audien... more

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1. Oisin McConville
2. Anne Barrett Doyle
3. Yuriy Sak
4. Malachy Browne
5. Ghada Alhaddad
6. Clare Connolly
7. Patricia Rickard-Clarke
8. John Prenty

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