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Drivetime

RTÉ Radio 1
Ireland
Iran
Artificial Intelligence
Dublin
United States
Dublin, Ireland
Jeffrey Donaldson
Donald Trump
Fianna Fáil
Met Éireann
Occupied Territories Bill
Israel
Road Safety
Defence Forces
European Union
HSE
Galway
Natalie Mcnally
Stephen Mccullough
Autism

Katie Hannon and Colm Ó Mongáin keep you company on your evening commute with top stories, expert analysis, and in-depth conversations on news, politics, entertainment and culture.

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Manu Quintero
Caracas-based journalist
Caracas-based journalist
Episode: Over 50,000 missing, hundreds dead after Venezuela earthquakes
Fabio Biolchini
MSF Head of Desk for Latin America
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
Episode: Over 50,000 missing, hundreds dead after Venezuela earthquakes
Marisabel De Castro Ollavares
Member of Venezuelan community in Ireland
Venezuelan diaspora community
Episode: Over 50,000 missing, hundreds dead after Venezuela earthquakes
Neil Michael
Journalist with the Irish Examiner
Irish Examiner
Episode: Latest from the Defence Forces tribunal
John Potter
Owner of Bowen, the Irish Wolfhound that inspired the passport image
Episode: Passports to feature Irish wolfhound
Kate Connolly
Berlin correspondent for The Guardian
The Guardian
Episode: High temperatures continue to engulf Europe
David Martin
Representative from the Road Safety Authority
Road Safety Authority
Episode: High temperatures continue to engulf Europe
Louise Bayliss
Head of Social Justice and Policy at the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
St. Vincent de Paul
Episode: ESRI report on ‘second round’ price increases
Grainne Griffin
Director of Communications, Consumer Information and Financial Education
Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC)
Episode: ESRI report on ‘second round’ price increases

Hosts

Katie Hannon
Host with Colm Ó Mongáin; long-time presenter known for in-depth political and current affairs coverage.
Colm Ó Mongáin
Co-host of Drivetime; frequent appearances as analyst and interviewer on current affairs.
Cormac Ó hEadhra
Host contributing to Drivetime coverage with international and national news angles.

Reviews

3.6 out of 5 stars from 145 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
    Ireland2 years 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
    Ireland3 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
    Ireland3 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
    Ireland3 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
    Ireland4 years ago

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Analytical and authoritative hosts with strong guest lineups.
Listeners appreciate balance and depth, but some critique the show's update frequency and ads.
Guests are typically prominent experts and policymakers, which strengthens credibility for advertisers and PR outreach.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#152
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#154
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#192
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#211
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#221
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#11
Ireland/News/Daily News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Department of Housing releases latest homeless figures
Q: Would you be looking for more clarification from the Minister on that?
She expresses a desire for a concerted government plan with concrete steps, targets, and sustained investment to address homelessness beyond short-term budgets.
Department of Housing releases latest homeless figures
Q: Your reaction to those figures.
Catherine Kenny welcomes any reduction but stresses it remains insufficient, arguing the numbers fail to capture hidden homelessness and the broader pressures driving demand on services.
John Bolton pleads guilty in classified documents case
Q: Can you just fill us in on the background to this, David?
Bolton, a former national security adviser, faced 18 counts related to improper handling of classified material, including disclosures via personal emails tied to his memoir project; he ultimately admitted to mishandling the information.
Taylor Swift joins the Toy Story 5 soundtrack
Q: So, and as you say, this is kind of more back to her roots, her country roots, isn't it, Sarina?
Sarina agrees that the track leans into Swift's country roots and discusses how the music fits the Cowgirl Jessie storyline within the Toy Story 5 film, highlighting its emotional and narrative alignment.
Taylor Swift joins the Toy Story 5 soundtrack
Q: Sarina, do you like it?
Sarina expresses a positive reaction, noting the song's appeal and its suitability to the Toy Story 5 universe, and she comments on how it resonates with the nostalgia and emotional tone of the franchise.

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

A quick-paced, Europe-focused evening current affairs show that blends top-line news with expert analysis, policy discussion, and in-depth conversations on politics, economy, housing, energy, and international affairs. Episodes frequently feature policymakers, economists, legal experts, journalists, and academics, offering both data-driven perspectives and human-interest context. Notable strengths include a steady slate of authority figures and practitioners who translate complex issues into accessible debates, plus a willingness to tackle contentious topics like cost-of-living measures, EU-US relations, and international law. The format appears well-suited for listeners seeking practical insights, policy implications, and diverse viewpoint... more

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Recent guests on Drivetime include:

1. Manu Quintero
2. Fabio Biolchini
3. Marisabel De Castro Ollavares
4. Neil Michael
5. John Potter
6. Kate Connolly
7. David Martin
8. Louise Bayliss

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