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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
Keir Starmer
Gaza Conflict
Breast Cancer
Asylum Seekers
Defence Forces
Dublin Airport
Labour Court
Local Elections
Trinity College Dublin
Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions
RTÉ Radio 1
Legislation Amendments
Government Policy
Gaza
HSE

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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John Cummins, Fine Gael TD for Waterford and Minister of State for Local Government and Planning, Paul Murphy, People Before Profit TD for Dublin South West and Louise O’Reilly, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Fingal West.See omnystudio.com/listener for priv... more

Nic Newman, Senior Research Associate, Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism, joins the panel of John Cummins, Fine Gael TD for Waterford and Minister of State for Local Government and Planning, Paul Murphy, People Before Profit TD for Dublin... more

Cormac speaks to Paula Donoghue from Clever Clogs Creche about how they are trying to cope with rising costs and today's panel is John Cummins, Fine Gael TD for Waterford and Minister of State for Local Government and Planning, Paul Murphy, People Be... more

Dr. Ciaran Byrne, Director of Retrofitting, SEAI, joins the panel of Paul McAuliffe, Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin North-West, Jen Cummins, Social Democrats TD for Dublin South-Central and Roderic O’Gorman, Green Party Leader & TD for Dublin West.See omn... more

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Recent Guests

Nic Newman
Senior research associate at the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism
Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism
Episode: AI in Journalism
John Cummins
Minister (Fine Gael) mentioned in discussion
Government of Ireland
Episode: AI in Journalism
Paul Murphy
Politician (People Before Profit)
Irish Parliament
Episode: AI in Journalism
Louise O'Reilly
Politician (Sinn Féin)
Irish Parliament
Episode: AI in Journalism
Paul McAuliffe
Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin Northwest
Fianna Fáil
Episode: Retrofitting
Roderic O'Gorman
Green Party leader, TD for Dublin West and former Minister
Green Party
Episode: Retrofitting
Daithí de Buitléir
Programme manager for Gaeilge 365, attached to Dublin City Council
Dublin City Council
Episode: Quiet revolution of the Irish language
Jerry Buttimer
Minister for something (Fine Gael)
Fine Gael, Irish Government
Episode: Europol warns of elevated terrorism threat in EU
Cedric Leighton
Retired United States Air Force Colonel and international affairs analyst
Episode: War in the Middle East

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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#124
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Apple Podcasts
#153
Philippines/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#230
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Apple Podcasts
#236
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Planning Laws
Q: Will this apply to private landlords?
There is emphasis on potential limitations and that regulations will include safeguards; the host notes ongoing consultation and that the question remains contentious.
Planning Laws
Q: So let me put it to Paul Murphy first of all. This is practical and gives flexibility to people.
The guest explains that the exemptions aim to provide practical options and flexibility, while acknowledging safeguards and the need to balance housing needs with planning controls.
War in the Middle East
Q: Is this war legal?
The host panelist frames it as not legal under international law, arguing there was no attacked state, no imminent threat, and thus the justification for war is not met.
Europol warns of elevated terrorism threat in EU
Q: What steps are being taken domestically to address potential risk, beyond monitoring?
There is emphasis on increasing Garda numbers, ensuring the right staffing, and maintaining vigilance through regular oversight and coordination with security agencies while respecting sensitive information.
Europol warns of elevated terrorism threat in EU
Q: Is there a commitment to increased cooperation across Europe if the threat level changes?
The response indicated ongoing monitoring and collaboration with European partners, with no formal change to Ireland's threat level reported at that moment, and a suggestion that leaders would brief party heads if the situation materially changed.

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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. Nic Newman
2. John Cummins
3. Paul Murphy
4. Louise O'Reilly
5. Paul McAuliffe
6. Roderic O'Gorman
7. Daithí de Buitléir
8. Jerry Buttimer

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