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Today with David McCullagh

RTÉ Radio 1
Northern Ireland
Rashidat Adeleke
Ice Cream
Taylor Swift
Housing Crisis
Tax Incentives
Sugar
Vienna
Rashida
Private Landlords
Residential Tenancies Board
Registration Delays
Donald Trump
Counter-Protests
Irish Economy
Salt
Italy
Edinburgh
Jack Woolley
France

David McCullagh brings you closer to the stories defining your day - with live reports, sharp analysis, and engaging conversations across politics, entertainment, sport, and every day life.

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Prof Ben Saul- UN Special rapporteur on terrorism and Stuart Ramsay, Sky news chief correspondent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If Illness strikes your household during the Christmas holidays, how should you deal with it? Dr Maire Finn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Dublin surgeon volunteering to enter Gaza to provide medical assistance has been refused entry. Dr Mohamed Shaalan spoke to David.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen McIvor, sports psychologist and former international rugby player.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Recent Guests

Mohamed Shalin
Orthopedic surgeon volunteering in Gaza
Tala University Hospital
Episode: Dublin Surgeon refused entry to Gaza
Ben Saul
Professor of International Law at the University of Sydney and UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights and Counterterrorism
University of Sydney
Episode: US Venezuela conflict
Stuart Ramsay
Sky News Chief Correspondent
Sky News
Episode: US Venezuela conflict
Stephen McIvor
Sports psychologist and former international rugby player
Episode: Pep warns Man city players- he's going to weigh them after xmas- and they’ll be dropped if they’re overweight
Sabina Brennan
Neuroscientist
Episode: The health benefits of laughing
Frank McDonald
Author and journalist with years of coverage on the Wood Quay issue
Episode: Dublin City Council plans to move office
Harriet Alexander
Senior features writer for the Daily Mail in New York
Daily Mail
Episode: Melania lifts the curtain on being the First Lady
Graham Smyth
Musician and 2FM broadcaster
Episode: Best gigs to head to in 2026
Audrey Foley
Bride who got married in Antarctica
Episode: An Irish Antarctica wedding

Host

David McCullagh
Host known for conducting insightful interviews and engaging discussions that cover various aspects of daily life, current affairs, and societal challenges.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 481 ratings
  • Almost as bland as Claire Byrne

    David needs to up his game remove his FFG hat and start taking a more balanced approach to his show. He is in grave danger of out blanding the bland previous version of this series!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    denny Ireland
    Ireland15 days ago
  • Phillip Boucher-Hayes on “Today”

    There can be no doubt that Phillip is the perfect replacement for Claire. His voice and intonation can be both serious and entertaining. Past master of the nuance and inflection. His style and quick wit brooks no bull when interviewing. He has that special quality called radio presence. Reminiscent of Pat Kenny in his glory days.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mac an tSionnaigh
    United States2 months ago
  • RTE - parroting Israeli lies

    I am disgusted how RTE now parrots Israeli propaganda, RTE now complicit in genocide, no doubt RTE are afraid of the litigious Zionist entity but tell the truth and report the facts without saying “Hamas run health department”, is Ireland’s healthcare system the “FG/FF run health system”.

    The people are boycotting RTE now more like the BBC who are censoring documentaries showing the horror of genocide in Gaza.

    Shame on RTE, more afraid of Israeli litigants than proper reporting.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    godkskdelk
    Australia7 months ago
  • Mercedes

    Claire needs to work on her pronunciation. She may be a farmer’s daughter but we don’t want her to sound like one when presenting RTE’s flagship show. I am continually unimpressed with the banality of Irish politicians but apart from that it’s a great show with qualified reportage from around the world.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mac an tSionnaigh
    United States9 months ago
  • Great coverage of international affairs

    Claire consistently covers international affairs really well, which is really important. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    avavshsoksavsm agsvsbsa
    Ireland9 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the balanced and informed discussions on pressing societal topics.
Critics express a desire for more diverse viewpoints in discussions, indicating a call for balance.
The host is praised for being articulate and well-prepared, adding to the quality of the conversations.
The show features a mix of hard-hitting analysis and lighter content, making it engaging for a variety of listeners.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#127
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#135
Ireland/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#118
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#24
Ireland/Society & Culture

Talking Points

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One year of the Merchants Quay injection facility- with Eddie Mullins
Q: What impact has the facility had on drug use in the surrounding areas?
The facility has reduced the amount of injecting paraphernalia on the streets, and there's also a significant emphasis on drug health and safety for the users.
One year of the Merchants Quay injection facility- with Eddie Mullins
Q: What is a medically supervised injection facility?
It is a facility where intravenous drug users can inject their drugs under the supervision of trained staff, in a hygienic and supportive environment.
Dublin Surgeon refused entry to Gaza
Q: Are you going to try and get in again, Mohamed?
Yes, I will never give up. I will try again and again.
Dublin Surgeon refused entry to Gaza
Q: What have you been hearing from your colleagues who are in Gaza at the moment? What is the situation on the ground?
The situation is harder now because of a lot of injuries and there is no medical supply to them.
Dublin Surgeon refused entry to Gaza
Q: Did you get any reason why you and all those others were refused entry?
No, there is no explanation from their side.

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2. Ben Saul
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4. Stephen McIvor
5. Sabina Brennan
6. Frank McDonald
7. Harriet Alexander
8. Graham Smyth

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