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Saturday with Colm Ó Mongáin

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Maternity Protection Act 2004
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Irish Airline Pilots Association
Breast Cancer
Gaza Conflict
Asylum Seekers
Defence Forces
Dublin Airport
Labour Court
Budget 2025
Local Elections
Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions
Legislation Amendments
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Saturday with Colm Ó Mongáin questions agendas, dissects the week gone by, and debates the likely issues of the week to come. Tune in to hear the very latest from newsmakers and from those whose lives are impacted by policy makers in Ireland. Listen live every Saturday at 1.05pm on RTÉ Radio 1.

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Noel Sherry, CEO of the Good Shepherd Centre; Robert Troy, Minister of State at the Department of Finance; Mairéad Farrell, Sinn Féin TD for Galway West; Gary Gannon, Social Democrats TD for Dublin CentralSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor... more

Robert Troy, Minister of State at the Department of Finance; Mairéad Farrell, Sinn Féin TD for Galway West; Gary Gannon, Social Democrats TD for Dublin CentralSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert Troy, Minister of State at the Department of Finance; Mairéad Farrell, Sinn Féin TD for Galway West; Gary Gannon, Social Democrats TD for Dublin CentralSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Ebun Joseph, Special Rapporteur for racial equality and racism Ireland, and CEO & founder of the Institute of Anti-racism and Black Studies / Kieran O’Donnell, Minister of State at the Department of Health and Fine Gael TD for Limerick City / Pead... more

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Host

Colm Ó Mongáin
Host of Saturday with Colm Ó Mongáin, engaging listeners with critical discussions on the current political climate and pressing social issues.

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Great!

    Colm is going well as the host. Could the entire dhow be uploaded as a podcast as well as the different segments?

    Really like the programme

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    polcoranoraknot
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Not very objective

    Very pro US editorial line, could do with more balance for an Irish public service current affairs show.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Nim Chimsky
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Good show

    Only started to listen to Katie last year

    Speak’s well on radio very imformative show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Globetrekker84
    Ireland3 years ago
  • Great!

    Katie is great. Very good show and prompt uploading the podcasts too. Well done team.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    polcoranoraknot
    Ireland5 years ago
  • One of the best.

    One of the best current affairs programmes on air.

    Top class presenter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CorktoCanada
    Ireland5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Critiques mention a pro-US editorial slant and suggest the need for more balanced perspectives, especially considering the Irish public service context.
Colm is doing a great job as the host, with calls for the entire show to be uploaded as a podcast alongside segments.
Listeners praise the informative nature of discussions and the quality of the show, noting the team's prompt uploading of episodes.
The quality of political debates during the show is regarded as top class, reflecting effective engagement with current affairs.

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What have the electorate learned about how seriously racism is taken by the political system after a Social Democrats TD’s apology?
Q: What kind of action would help combat racism?
It's essential to admit that racism exists and engage party-level discussions to tackle it directly.
What have the electorate learned about how seriously racism is taken by the political system after a Social Democrats TD’s apology?
Q: Do you think they missed an opportunity to talk about racism?
Yes, it was a missed opportunity to use the incident as a teachable moment regarding the seriousness of racism.
What have the electorate learned about how seriously racism is taken by the political system after a Social Democrats TD’s apology?
Q: What was your initial reaction to the pictures and the statement from Owen Hayes?
I was desensitized to racism due to recent attacks, and his actions felt like just one more thing in a series of setbacks.
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Q: What are the challenges in housing that need to be addressed?
Infrastructure failures are a barrier to housing construction, as seen in locations with inadequate water and sewage systems.
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Q: What influence have the independents had on the National Development Plan?
There is ongoing negotiation about how much influence they will have on the plan, with concerns about transparency and fairness.

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This podcast offers listeners an insightful analysis of current events in Ireland, focusing on politics and news. With a format that combines discussions with newsmakers and individuals affected by government policies, it examines the implications of recent happenings while anticipating future developments. Episodes delve into various topics, including electoral issues, agricultural policy, child welfare, and pressing social justice matters. The engaging dialogue often features expert guests and political figures, providing a rich perspective on complex issues that resonate with the audience seeking informed viewpoints on contemporary affairs.

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