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Saturday with Colm Ó Mongáin

RTÉ Radio 1
Ireland
Aer Lingus
Maternity Protection Act 2004
Wind Farms
Irish Airline Pilots Association
Breast Cancer
Gaza Conflict
Asylum Seekers
Labour Court
Defence Forces
Dublin Airport
Budget 2025
General Election
Local Elections
Legislation Amendments
RTÉ Radio 1
Trinity College Dublin
Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions
Dublin
Homelessness

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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Chief Executive of Energy Cloud, Alan Wyley joined the panel of Robert Troy- Fianna Fail TD for Longford-Westmeath, Eoin O’ Broin- Sinn Fein TD for Dublin Mid-West and Jennifer Whitmore- Social Democrats TD for Wicklow & Spokesperson on Climate and E... more

Klaudia Barrett, who is looking for a place to live in Mayo shares her ordeal with Cormac. Panel comprising Robert Troy- Fianna Fail TD for Longford-Westmeath, Eoin O’ Broin- Sinn Fein TD for Dublin Mid-West and Jennifer Whitmore- Social Democrats TD... more

Gregg Carlstrom, Middle East Correspondent for The Economist and spokesperson of Dublin Airport Authority Graeme McQueen joined the panel of Robert Troy- Fianna Fail TD for Longford-Westmeath, Eoin O’ Broin- Sinn Fein TD for Dublin Mid-West and Jenni... more

Davin Godfrey, long-term campaigner and former CAMHS patient, and Keith Rolls, Solicitor at Coleman Legal, joined our panel for a conversation about the findings of the report into North Kerry CAMHS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information... more

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Recent Guests

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Alan Wyley
CEO of Energy Cloud
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Episode: Energy poverty
Gretta Mohan
Senior Research Officer with the ESRI, with a special interest in loneliness
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Episode: Ireland’s Loneliness Epidemic
Richard Boyd Barrett
Politician and advocate for cancer services
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Episode: Donegal Cancer Flights
Rachel Barry
Advocate and survivor of coercive control
Episode: Coercive control
Geraldine Kearney
Owner of Circle K and Londis in Castle Troy, Limerick
Episode: What is behind the rise in anti-social behaviour?
Triona O'Connor
Criminologist with expertise in community safety and youth behavior
Episode: What is behind the rise in anti-social behaviour?
Stephen Byrne
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Alex Cooney
Chief Executive of Cybersafe Kids
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Episode: Should Ireland impose a social media ban for Under 16s?

Host

Colm Ó Mongáin
Host of Saturday with Colm Ó Mongáin

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
    Ireland6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Audience appreciates the host's ability to engage deeply with social issues and current affairs.
Listeners enjoy the variety of expert perspectives offered through guest appearances.
There is a strong appreciation for the timely discussions on crucial topics affecting people's lives.
Some feel the podcast could benefit from more balanced viewpoints on contentious issues.

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#153
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Apple Podcasts
#177
Ireland/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#190
Denmark/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#223
Philippines/News/Politics

Talking Points

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New Rent rules
Q: Minister, what do you say to families like Claudia who now fear rent hikes and homelessness?
The government asserts that every decision is made to support people like Claudia, emphasizing their focus on outlawing no-fault evictions.
Coercive control
Q: What advice would you give them?
Don't suffer on your own. It's not your shame to carry, and reach out for help.
Winter payment for people with a disability
Q: Why is an emergency 400 euro payment this winter needed?
It's needed to help with living expenses, particularly heating costs for those with disabilities who are often on low income and facing increasing financial burdens.
What is behind the rise in anti-social behaviour?
Q: Why does it happen that young people engage in anti-social behaviour?
The discussion centers around economic factors, lack of community support, and the search for social identity among youth.
Disability supports
Q: What do you say to that minister?
The government acknowledges the concerns raised but insists previous payments were not targeted and emphasizes ongoing payment increases as a more sustainable solution.

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

Focused on current events and political discourse, the content covers a range of pressing issues impacting Irish society. Topics often include educational policy, healthcare accessibility, community safety, and societal challenges such as loneliness and mental health. Noteworthy elements include a commitment to exposing the human impact of legislation, connecting policymakers directly with those affected by their decisions. This approach lends a uniquely engaging perspective, drawing in listeners interested in both the implications of current affairs and the personal stories surrounding them.

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1. Gregg Carlstrom
2. Alan Wyley
3. Gretta Mohan
4. Richard Boyd Barrett
5. Rachel Barry
6. Geraldine Kearney
7. Triona O'Connor
8. Stephen Byrne

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