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Saturday with Cormac Ó hEadhra

RTÉ Radio 1
Ireland
Sinn Féin
European Union
Gaza
Housing Crisis
Homelessness
Catherine Connolly
Israel
Fianna Fáil
Donald Trump
Dublin
Ukraine
Dáil
Housing
Fine Gael
Social Democrats
Budget 2026
United States
Domestic Violence
Cost Of Living Crisis

Cormac Ó hEadhra unpacks the political week with lively debate and fresh perspectives from those shaping policy - both nationally and globally.

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Latest Episodes

Irish Language Commissioner Séamas Ó Concheanainn joined the panel Marian Harkin, Minister of State at the Department of Further and Higher Education and Independent TD for Sligo- Leitrim // Roderic O'Gorman, Green Party leader and TD for Dublin West... more

Marian Harkin, Minister of State at the Department of Further and Higher Education and Independent TD for Sligo- Leitrim // Roderic O'Gorman, Green Party leader and TD for Dublin West // Mark Ward, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Mid-West.See omnystudio.com/... more

President of Aontas na Mac Léinn Daniel Walsh joined the panel of Marian Harkin, Minister of State at the Department of Further and Higher Education and Independent TD for Sligo- Leitrim // Roderic O'Gorman, Green Party leader and TD for Dublin West ... more

Hildegarde Naughton, Minister for Education and Fine Gael TD for Galway West / Sorca Clarke, Sinn Féin TD for Longford Westmeath / George Lawlor, Labour TD for WexfordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Recent Guests

Marian Harkin
Minister (various transport/health policy references)
Irish Government
Episode: E-Scooters- Should there be an outright ban?
Mark Ward
Politician from Sinn Féin discussing enforcement and policy responses
Sinn Féin
Episode: E-Scooters- Should there be an outright ban?
Seámus Ó Concheanainn
Irish Language Commissioner
Office of the Irish Language Commissioner
Episode: Delays to delivery of public services in Irish
George Lawlor
Representative from Labour party
Labour Party
Episode: Budget – Backbencher lobbying and how will the Department of Education’s overspend impact this year?
Hildegarde Naughton
Minister for Education and Youth
Department of Education and Youth
Episode: Budget – Backbencher lobbying and how will the Department of Education’s overspend impact this year?
Stephen Burke
Water Operations Senior Manager for the East with Uisce Éireann
Uisce Éireann
Episode: Nighttime water restrictions
Sorca Clarke
Sinn Féin spokesperson
Sinn Féin
Episode: SNA development plan rejected by Fórsa
Martin Harte
CEO of Love Temple Bar
Love Temple Bar
Episode: 35 years of Temple Bar
Dr. Emma Howard
Senior lecturer in TU Dublin
TU Dublin
Episode: Decision on fuel cuts to be made at Cabinet this week

Hosts

Colm Ó Mongáin
Host of the Saturday programme and related RTÉ Radio 1 segments
Fáil Talás
Host of the programme
Cormac
Host of the program

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

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    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.

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    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
    Ireland4 years ago
  • Great!

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

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    polcoranoraknot
    Ireland6 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

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35 years of Temple Bar
Q: How are preparations for the 35th anniversary celebrations going?
Martin Harte describes a positive outlook, highlighting ongoing preparations, the transformation over 35 years, and the evolving narrative around Temple Bar.
National Wage Agreement: Industrial unrest mounts ahead of the expiry of the current agreement
Q: What is the timeline deemed realistic for resolving the talks?
Participants stress that the process should have started earlier and emphasize a desire for a speedier resolution with certainty for workers and services.
National Wage Agreement: Industrial unrest mounts ahead of the expiry of the current agreement
Q: Is there a willingness to strike if inflation outpaces pay?
Yes, the respondents indicate a readiness to consider industrial action if pay does not keep pace with inflation, viewing it as a last resort to secure living standards.
Emergency text alert system due to be up and running next year
Q: Will I get a text message if there is an urgent threat near me?
Yes, the system is designed to only send alerts when the threat is real and urgent, directed to the relevant cells, to minimize needless alerts while maximizing safety.
Emergency text alert system due to be up and running next year
Q: What is the timeline for the national system to be up and running?
There is a multi-stage timeline; trial planning took about a year, with local trials during COVID, and a broader rollout potentially within 18 months after decisions are made, though political delays can occur.

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

This show tends to feature seasoned policymakers, industry experts, and analysts who dissect political developments, public policy debates, and their real-world impacts in Ireland. Episodes frequently center on governance, infrastructure, housing, health, and energy, often balancing party perspectives with firsthand experiences from those affected by policy decisions. A notable strength is bringing cross-party voices and issue-focused guests to illuminate trade-offs, accountability, and delivery challenges. Potential listeners who want a rigorous, policy-forward Saturday discussion with live input and diverse viewpoints will likely find it engaging and informative, especially if they value context, data, and practical implications over part... more

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2. Mark Ward
3. Seámus Ó Concheanainn
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5. Hildegarde Naughton
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7. Sorca Clarke
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