
Welcome to The Long Game with Gript - a podcast in which hosts Jason Osborne and Ben Scallan share the week’s top political, social and cultural stories as seen through young, Irish, conservative eyes. Rome wasn't built in a day, and Ireland's future won't be either.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 70 | Founded | 8 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | News | |||

Ben and Jason discuss the imminent by-elections in Dublin and Galway and offer their predictions, as well as the week in controversial comments from current and former Fianna Fáil taoisigh.
On this week's episode of The Long Game, Ben and Jason discuss Reform UK's decimation of Labour and the Tories in the UK and what it means for Ireland; the ongoing Irish by-elections; the outbreak of hantavirus, and more.
Ben and Jason consider Ireland's impending nuclear debate, the upcoming by-elections in Dublin and Galway, and the cancellation of a controversial surrogacy event following substantial criticism.
Jason and Ben comment on the slow-but-steady death spiral of FFG which the latest polling indicates is continuing, as well as on the Government's modular housing plans and the reputational blow the Southern Poverty Law Center has taken in the last we... more
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Love listening to Ben & Jason every week - a great mix of topical items and some personal stories .. perfect.. thank you guys
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The show offers a weekly take on Irish politics, media, and culture from a young, conservative vantage point. Hosts dissect government policy, EU affairs, housing, immigration, and social issues with a mix of humor and sharp critique, often challenging mainstream narratives and calling for accountability in public institutions. A recurring strength is the hosts' ability to pair current events with broader cultural trends, making complex policy debates accessible for listeners who value skeptical, market-minded perspectives. Notable traits include a distinct Irish conservative lens, willingness to critique both government and media, and a knack for weaving humor into serious discussions, which can help cut through noise for audiences seeking... more
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