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The Candidate

The Journal
Ireland
Donald Trump
Micheál Martin
Sinn Féin
Conor Mcgregor
Dáil
Fianna Fáil
Presidential Election
Cork Lewis
Irish Government
Irish Infrastructure
Fine Gael
Gaza
Government
Mairead Mcguinness
Michael Mcdougall
Cork
Taoiseach
United States
National Gallery

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The government wants e-bike and e-scooter users to wear helmets and high-vis gear, but critics say that’s missing the point. Christine Bohan, Christina Finn, Jane Matthews and Rónán Duffy dig into the backlash to this latest safety proposal and why t... more

The most powerful political force in Ireland? Flooding.

Storm Chandra has kicked off a public row between Housing Minister James Browne and Met Éireann. After Browne suggested Met Éireann 'guarded' information and should change how it issues warning... more

The annual St Patrick’s Day trip to the White House used to be a low-stakes photo op. Now? It's a perennial (somewhat tiresome, perhaps) news story and moral dilemma: will we, or won't we? Should Micheál Martin go, and if he does, what does Ireland a... more

It's a new Dáil term and a new season of The Candidate, but issues at home are taking a back seat right now. Non-consensual, AI-generated sexual imagery has become the flashpoint after X’s Grok tool made it easier to create and share this content. Wi... more

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4.0 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • John Walsh

    Just for info panel.

    I’m pretty confident that the Irish in general have no issue with migration.

    I’m also pretty confident that the Irish have no issue with migrants coming here to work so please stop scare mongering that no immigration means no nurses, doctors etc.

    It’s those that come and have no intention of working that are the issue. After all, we have enough of our own Irish work shy that the tax payer have to support.

    How about a podcast about the welfare scammers, Irish and foreign that... more

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The conversational style is noted for making complex topics accessible, although a few listeners desire more diverse opinions on certain matters.

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Focusing on current political events, this series offers a critical examination of key players and evolving issues within the political landscape, primarily in Ireland. Topics typically include discussions about elections, party dynamics, government policies, public sentiment regarding individual politicians, and major infrastructure projects. The conversations often highlight the implications of recent decisions, public outcry around specific issues such as housing and governance, and the challenges faced by political figures in maintaining transparency and responsiveness to the public. What sets this series apart is its blend of in-depth analysis and a conversational tone, making complex political matters accessible to a broader audience.... more

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