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This Week

RTÉ Radio 1
Asylum Seekers
Ireland
Dublin
EU Migration Pact
Road Safety
Stardust Disaster
Migration
Nick Henderson
Fianna Fáil
Poolbeg Chimneys
Sinn Féin
Rishi Sunak
Local Elections
Taoiseach Simon Harris
Human Rights
European Union
Dr. Ciara Smith
Jeannine Silga
Coughlin Malone
Immigration

A look at events making the news in Ireland over the last week, presented by Justin McCarthy. Listen live every Sunday at 1pm on RTÉ Radio 1.

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Noel O'Dee
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Professor Mary O'Shaughnessy
Expert in sustainable rural development at University College Cork
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Diana Battu
Palestinian human rights lawyer and former legal advisor to the Palestinian Authority
Episode: Former legal advisor to the Palestinian Authority visits the Oireachtas
Doyle McManus
Contributing writer and former Washington columnist for the Los Angeles Times
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Karol Balfe
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Siobhan O'Grady
Ukraine Bureau Chief for The Washington Post
The Washington Post
Episode: Will the US proposal to bring an end to Russia's war in Ukraine be agreed?

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Justin McCarthy
Host known for his deep engagement in news and political analysis, presenting key developments and discussions around current events in Ireland.

Reviews

3.5 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Lacks Umpf

    It’s kind of an “eh” news shows.

    Needs serious overhaul

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mac an tSionnaigh
    United States10 months ago
  • Don’t download when you have a vpn enables

    Guess this is a no

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    __random_ios_user__
    Ireland4 years ago
  • Loud breathing is off-putting

    I have only listened to one episode of this podcast, and I really don’t mean to be rude and I am sorry in advance if someone has respiratory issues but one of the presenters breathes and sighs quite loudly when they are trying to interrupt the Taoiseach, I am not commenting at all on the interrupting (it’s journalists with a politician; you need to interrupt otherwise they just go on political spin tangents, particularly Leo) but if one of the presenters could just try not to breath and sigh so ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    neilmichaelmack
    South Africa6 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the timely and in-depth analysis of current affairs.

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#18
Ireland/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#60
Ireland/News
Apple Podcasts
#226
Denmark/News/Politics

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The view from Ukraine, where strikes continue
Q: How are the talks between Donald Trump and Vladimir Zelensky being viewed in Ukraine?
There is skepticism about real progress, especially considering past experiences with Trump.
The view from Ukraine, where strikes continue
Q: What's been the impact? How bad have they been?
The attacks were severe, lasting over ten hours with significant infrastructure damage, including power outages.
Taoiseach visits Lebanon peacekeeping troops after recent attack
Q: How concerned and how vigilant are soldiers being on the ground now?
Lennon stated that they constantly monitor hostilities as part of their ongoing mission to ensure safety.
Taoiseach visits Lebanon peacekeeping troops after recent attack
Q: How are the soldiers involved?
Lieutenant Colonel Lennon explained that the soldiers acted excellently and were debriefed together after the incident.
High Court dismisses challenges on 'super junior' ministers
Q: Do you think from your perspective in the legal sector that it is helpful when details and provisions of the constitution are looked at in this way?
Yes, this ruling clarifies that the Taoiseach can appoint super junior ministers to attend and contribute to Cabinet discussions without breaching Article 28.1.

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