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Drivetime

RTÉ Radio 1
Ireland
Belfast
Gaza City
Immigration
Cliffs Of Moher
John Hinckley Jr.
Ronald Reagan
Bangladesh
Olympics
Jodie Foster
Donald Trump
Kellie Harrington
Sinn Féin
PSNI
Intel
Taxi Driver
Northern Ireland
Misinformation
Joe Deacy
Edna O'brien

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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Latest Episodes

Taoiseach Micheál Martin gave an explanation today in the Dáil of the current position on the Occupied Territories Bill. To debate this Shay Brennan, Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin Rathdown and member of the Oireachtas Committee on Foreign Affairs and Tra... more

Medics are issuing a warning to be vigilent as hospitals report a spike in hot water bottle burns - injuries have almost doubled in five years. For more on this Professor Odhran Shelly, Director of the National Burns Unit in St. James's Hospital.See ... more

Around 1 in 100 people in Ireland will have psychosis at some point, but experts say it is still poorly understood by the general public. St John of God's research foundation is now opening a new centre dedicated to psychosis research. For more on th... more

The Dail debated a Motion of Confidence in the Tanaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Simon Harris this afternoon. The government motion was won by a margin of 94 votes to 65. To discuss this Aontu TD for Mayo, Paul Lawless and Fine Gae... more

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Ian McKinley
Irish-Italian rugby player who represented Italy internationally
Episode: Why wearing an eye patch might be good for sports training
Professor Matthew Sadlier
Vice President of the Irish Medical Organisation
Irish Medical Organisation
Episode: High rates of depression and anxiety amongst doctors and nurses
Rose Conway Walsh
Sinn Féin TD for Mayo and party spokesperson on enterprise tourism and employment
Sinn Féin
Episode: Political reaction to Budget 2026
Timmy Dooley
Minister of State and Fianna Fáil TD for Clare
Fianna Fáil
Episode: Political reaction to Budget 2026
Olga Cherevko
Spokesperson for the United Nations Office for the Co-ordination of Humanitarian Affairs in Gaza
United Nations
Episode: Ceasefire in Gaza
Dr. Oliver Browne
Expert from the Business School at UC Cork
University College Cork
Episode: Inflation hits an 18 month high with no cost of living measurs in the budget
Dr. Eoin Whelan
Researcher at the University of Galway, focusing on the impact of smartphones and social media.
University of Galway
Episode: Smartphones and Social Media ban for Teenagers
Philip Arneill
Head of Education and Innovation at Cybersafe Kids
Cybersafe Kids
Episode: Denmark plans a social media ban for under 15's as their PM says phones are 'stealing childhood'
Sharone Lifschitz
A London-based filmmaker and academic whose parents were taken hostage on October 7.
Episode: Two years after October 7, we hear from the daughter of two hostages, who says it's time for peace

Hosts

Sarah McInerney
Co-Host and Presenter at RTÉ Radio 1, Sarah McInerney offers engaging commentary and in-depth interviews on social and political topics.
Cormac Ó hEadhra
Co-Host and Presenter at RTÉ Radio 1, Cormac Ó hEadhra is known for insightful interviews and engaging discussions related to current events and politics.

Reviews

3.6 out of 5 stars from 134 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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Presenters are praised for their engaging commentary and ability to handle serious topics.
Some listeners appreciate the mixture of light-hearted and serious segments, while others indicate a preference for more depth.
Listeners express concerns about excessive advertisements disrupting the audio experience.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#160
United Kingdom/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#236
Canada/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#207
France/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#223
Australia/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#177
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#7
Ireland/News/Daily News

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High rates of depression and anxiety amongst doctors and nurses
Q: Do you think that the government hiring additional health staff will ease the pressure on frontline workers?
If they can find them. There are thousands of jobs unfilled within our health care service.
High rates of depression and anxiety amongst doctors and nurses
Q: Were you surprised by these numbers?
No, not at all. These numbers align with many of the surveys we've run ourselves on wellness and mental health issues among medical staff.
Presidential Candidate Debate
Q: Do you want goods and services in the bill?
Catherine supports including goods and services in the Occupied Territories Bill, asserting its necessity for justice.
Presidential Candidate Debate
Q: What is your vision for the presidency?
Catherine stresses her commitment to inclusivity and addressing social issues like homelessness, while Heather emphasizes unity and the importance of community.
Presidential Candidate Debate
Q: Catherine Connolly, would you like to clarify?
Catherine relates her commitment to supporting women and condemning violence against them, emphasizing her long-standing work in this area.

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The content features a mix of significant daily news stories that are relevant to a broad audience, along with interviews and special reports. Topics frequently discussed include political events, societal issues like homelessness, and developments in Ireland's energy policies. The engaging presentation is complemented by expert analysis and heartfelt personal stories from community members. Unique to this audio experience is its balance between current affairs and personal narratives, which offers listeners a comprehensive view of pressing local and international matters. This approach is probably appealing to those who appreciate not just the headlines but also in-depth discussions and human perspectives.

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Recent guests on Drivetime include:

1. Ian McKinley
2. Professor Matthew Sadlier
3. Rose Conway Walsh
4. Timmy Dooley
5. Olga Cherevko
6. Dr. Oliver Browne
7. Dr. Eoin Whelan
8. Philip Arneill

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