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Liveline

RTÉ Radio 1
Ireland
Dublin
World Cup
Domestic Violence
Dublin, Ireland
Prague
Katie Taylor
Liberties
RTÉ
Croke Park
Houben House
Homelessness
Asthma
Public Transport
Crohn's Disease
Cape Verde
GAA
Housing Crisis In Ireland
Rathwood
Housing Crisis

Kieran Cuddihy takes your calls and gets to the heart of the discussions that matter to the people of Ireland.

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Latest Episodes

Following on from yesterday's programme Kiran speaks to Rev. Brenda O'Grady about the death of her son who was struggling with addiction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of today's solar eclipse Kieran speaks to callers about their experiences of seeing the last one in 1999See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kieran speaks to a family dealing with a rare neurological disease as they battle for state funding of a drug which could be live changing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kieran discusses the different experiences of people in addiction, and the people around them as they navigate addiction and recoverySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Recent Guests

Damian O'Farrell
Guest discussing moral and legal aspects of the case
Sage Advocacy (survivor advocacy group)
Episode: "There's no gospel values in this litigation strategy"
Mark-Vincent Healy
Guest offering analysis on legal strategy and transfers within orders
Independent professional on the panel
Episode: "There's no gospel values in this litigation strategy"
Ian Keegan
Director named by the caller, referenced in statements
Company related to the property
Episode: "People shouldn't be subjected to that"
Jerry Ryan
Special school principal in Cork City
Special school in Cork City
Episode: "West Cork is lacking a special school"
Tracy Jessop
Domestic violence survivor and advocate who was the guest in this episode
Episode: Marital Rape
Nick Donaghan
Tillage farmer and used farm machinery dealer
Independent farmer and entrepreneur
Episode: Farming Accidents
John Hughes
Farmer from Kilkenny who had a near-miss with a baler
Independent farmer
Episode: Farming Accidents
Anthony Flanagan
Farmer who cut his leg in a grain bin incident in 2004
Independent farmer
Episode: Farming Accidents
Adrienne Wallace
County counsellor, People Before Profit, Carlow
People Before Profit
Episode: Phone Harassment

Host

Kieran Cuddihy
Host of the show (and related RTÉ programs)

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 693 ratings
  • Cuddihy is terrible

    Joe was a character and a bit of craic if Cuddihy was a bar of chocolate he’d eat himself. RTE has very little new talent coming through the whole organisation needs an overhaul.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    AEND15
    Ireland6 months ago
  • The show in general.

    An absolute pleasure to listen every evening as I walk my dog in Toronto Canada.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cavan1967
    Canadaa year ago
  • Great show!

    It took me a while to get used to the format but it is a great show, especially when highlighting really difficult topics (such as abuse in irish schools). The lifeline team make sure to cover important issues thoroughly and because of the reach of the show you also find feel-good stories (such as people finding each other on air) in between. Looking forward to the show everyday. Keep on!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kochfuchs
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Liveline

    Joe Duffy is a Champagne Socialist working for an organisation that is an apologist for the government.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Avid Irish listener.
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Lorcan liveshow

    Hi joe you were out of touch about the Wolfe tones . You need to give that man an apology on air .!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    lorcan76
    Ireland3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the show's empathetic hosting and willingness to tackle tough issues.
Audiences value personal stories and accountability but some critics call it Dublin-centric or opinionated.
Feedback ranges from praise for highlighting important topics to critique of format and perceived bias.
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Talking Points

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"There's no gospel values in this litigation strategy"
Q: Damian, how would you assess morally bankrupt is how the president of the Circuit Court described the Christian Brothers' litigation strategy?
Damian responds that the description is apt and emphasizes the moral dimension of delay and the impact on survivors, arguing that legalistic maneuvering should not overshadow the ethical obligation to support victims and pursue accountability.
"You're not expecting to hear somebody go 'Hey, hey!' from a wall"
Q: Describe to me that moment when your partner notices that wall and what happens next?
My partner pulled the wall panel aside and we heard a voice from inside, which confirmed someone was behind the wall; we immediately moved the kids to safety and left the property in a panic, realizing we could be in serious danger.
"You're not expecting to hear somebody go 'Hey, hey!' from a wall"
Q: And you come back that evening, and there's no sign of the landlord, I take it?
There was a washing machine running, which suggested he might have just been there recently, but when we checked the room, the strange setup and the hidden compartment confirmed our fear and the need to leave.
"You're not expecting to hear somebody go 'Hey, hey!' from a wall"
Q: So just describe the property, Therese, I mean, beyond the clothes and the dryer, everything was as expected, was it?
It seemed like a regular small holiday home at first, with the landlord's actions and the hidden room making it feel deeply unsafe, especially once we noticed the locked door and the wall behind which someone could be hiding.
"They threw it into the bin and she just burst into tears and I started crying with her"
Q: Look, I'd love to know, by the way, if other people have a similar experience, and why was it okay in Cork? And they're allowed, they can have this awareness or understanding that the child might need this or require it.
Aideen explains that Cork and Dublin airports have shown more compassionate handling and that awareness varies by location; she emphasizes the need for consistent recognition of regulatory tools across airports.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Liveline

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

Liveline is a call-in program that centers on issues affecting daily life and public discourse across Ireland. The show frequently tackles topics like social behavior online, public services, planning policy, climate and weather reporting, and health system access, often weaving in personal anecdotes, frontline perspectives, and accountability discussions with callers and guests. A hallmark is its capacity to surface real-world perspectives from a wide range of communities, from healthcare professionals and civic leaders to families navigating infrastructure and policy challenges, making it a practical, people-focused venue for listeners who want immediacy, empathy, and accountability in public conversation. The program tends to blend urgen... more

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1. Today with David McCullagh
2. The Pat Kenny Show
3. Brendan O'Connor
4. The Hard Shoulder
5. The Claire Byrne Show

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Liveline launched 20 years ago and published 109 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Liveline include:

1. Damian O'Farrell
2. Mark-Vincent Healy
3. Ian Keegan
4. Jerry Ryan
5. Tracy Jessop
6. Nick Donaghan
7. John Hughes
8. Anthony Flanagan

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