The Group Chat
Virgin Media NewsA weekly news podcast from Virgin Media Television featuring correspondents Gavan Reilly, Zara King and Richard Chambers. Join the gang every Thursday as they discuss the latest and breaking news from Ireland and around the world.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 164 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | News CommentaryNews | |||
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This week on The Group Chat, we cover a massive breakthrough in Gaza, with the world looking on as a landmark, Donald Trump-brokered peace deal was signed. Among those affected are people who fled here to escape the war.
A fragile ceasefire is holdi... more
The world watches closely after a major breakthrough in Gaza — but will it hold?
Back home, Micheál Martin faces unrest within Fianna Fáil over the Jim Gavin controversy, while government TDs return to their constituencies to sell Budget 2026.
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This week, Ireland has been gripped by outrage following the interception of an international aid flotilla by Israeli forces, with at least fifteen Irish citizens detained as the boats approached Gaza. We hear directly from the daughter of one of tho... more
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Donald Trump once again dominated global headlines with a fiery address to the UN General Assembly in New York, taking aim at climate change, immigration, and even the UN itself – before sparking a medical storm by pushi... more
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- Should be renamed ‘Group think’
Biased limited podcast. Talk to other journalists please and not just those who confirm your views, especially on Gaza/Israel. Stop ignoring Ukraine and educate yourselves. Am unfollowing- can’t listen anymore
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Ireland4 months ago - A disappointed listener 🥲
I have always been a fan of this podcast from the very first episode, it was a short synopsis of weekly news which I found very helpful, clear, easy to comprehend and always looked forward to Thursday to get my news fix. However, in recent times I find there is a lack of balance on views/opinions particularly from Richard. I give full praise to Gavin for his measured assessment of current affairs and politics.
Apple Podcasts2RosedotSIreland7 months ago - International affairs
Any chance the group could pay a bit more attention to Ukraine?? Potentially hugely consequential, ongoing war crimes, the issue of kidnapped children doesn’t seem to matter!! ?
Apple Podcasts4avavshsoksavsm agsvsbsaIreland7 months ago - Relaxed chat
Love the group chat & listen every week . Ye are very at ease together & the listener can feel that . The review of the year was refreshing & so fair & balanced .
And ye have a laugh also which lifts all our spirits
Looking forward to next episode in early January & wishing you all a happy new year .
Joan
Apple Podcasts5cant think of one !!Ireland10 months ago - Gaza Groupthink
Seriously need to address the group think when it comes to Gaza and Israel!!
Apple Podcasts1avavshsoksavsm agsvsbsaIreland10 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #161 |  Australia/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #49 | Ireland/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #1 | Ireland/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #12 | Ireland/News |
Apple Podcasts | #90 |  Saudi Arabia/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #102 |  Spain/News/News Commentary |
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A weekly news commentary show that engages listeners with discussions on both local and global current events. The hosts, who share a rapport and an accessible style, tackle a range of topics from political developments in Ireland to international conflicts, particularly focusing on pressing social issues like housing and human rights. Their analyses often feature a blend of serious discussions with light-hearted banter, making the complex news digestible and engaging. Listeners can expect a mix of insights on Irish politics, international affairs, cultural commentary, and poignant humanitarian issues that resonate with contemporary societal challenges.
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2. Fawaz Gerges
3. Liam Cunningham
4. Stephen Breen
5. Michael Safi
6. Sarah Benson
7. Eric Mathews
8. Nicola Byrne
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