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This Week

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

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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Mary Lou McDonald
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Vincent Fean
A retired British diplomat and advocate for the recognition of Palestine
Britain Palestine Project
Episode: Will the UK's recognition of the state of Palestine change anything?
Paul Deane
Senior Lecturer in Clean Energy Futures
University College Cork
Episode: Why are energy bills so high?
Eoghan Corry
Aviation and travel journalist
Episode: The latest update on the travel disruption at Dublin Airport
Martin Hayden
Agriculture Minister
Episode: The presidential race: an analysis
Jim Acosta
Former CNN correspondent and broadcaster
Episode: Former CNN correspondent Jim Acosta on the radical changes in the United States under Donald Trump
Professor Shane Higgins
Master of the National Maternity Hospital
National Maternity Hospital
Episode: The Master of the National Maternity Hopsital on women having children later in life
Dr. Raymond Carson
Consultant in rehabilitation medicine
National Rehabilitation University Hospital
Episode: A consultant in rehabilitation medicine on the life altering injuries caused by electric scooter collissions
Nicola Kelly
Expert from Cuain Mhuire Treatment Centre specialized in treating gambling addictions
Cuain Mhuire Treatment Centre
Episode: A rise in problem gambling among women

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Justin McCarthy
Host known for discussing current events and providing analysis on political matters affecting Ireland.

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3.5 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Lacks Umpf

    It’s kind of an “eh” news shows.

    Needs serious overhaul

    Apple Podcasts
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    Mac an tSionnaigh
    United States7 months ago
  • Don’t download when you have a vpn enables

    Guess this is a no

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    __random_ios_user__
    Ireland3 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

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    neilmichaelmack
    South Africa6 years ago

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Starmer under pressure as Labour conference begins in Liverpool
Q: Is there an acknowledgment there in Liverpool, Tommy, that the party leader is under pressure?
Yes, many MPs acknowledge that there is frustration with Keir Starmer's leadership and a desire for a fight back against recent criticisms.
The latest on the Presidential campaign
Q: But are we seeing now decisions which Heather Humphreys made while she was in office, being revisited again during this campaign?
Yes, questions are being raised about decisions she made as a minister that are now scrutinized during the campaign.
The latest on the Presidential campaign
Q: Is he trying to change that today?
Jim Gavin outlined his campaign priorities, focusing on inclusivity and youth services.
HSE Chief Bernard Gloster on the decision to fold Children's Health Ireland into the HSE
Q: Do you expect that there will be a budget overrun now this year?
There will be a supplementary required in the health service this year, about 250 million euro.
HSE Chief Bernard Gloster on the decision to fold Children's Health Ireland into the HSE
Q: What is your latest information on when the National Children's Hospital will accept its first patients?
I believe we can be reasonably confident that the CHI will have early access sometime in November.

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This podcast provides a comprehensive overview of current events and key issues affecting Ireland, focusing on politics and news stories from the past week. It often features discussions on significant political developments, societal trends, and notable interviews with various figures, including politicians, experts, and community leaders. The format is designed to engage listeners in the critical dialogues shaping contemporary Ireland, promoting a deeper understanding of both local and national concerns.

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2. Vincent Fean
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4. Eoghan Corry
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