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7 min
Martinmas, also known as St. Martin’s Day, annually falls on November 11th. In Ireland, the day was most notable for the blood sacrifice rituals and practices that coincided with it… Joining Seán to speak more about this day is Kelly Fitzgerald from the School of Irish, Celtic Studies and Folklore in UCD.
12 min
As ski resorts begin to open across the Alps this month, some people may want to book a holiday, but might be intimidated by cost, the challenge of taking up a new sport and the overwhelming amount of choice. Aileen Eglington from the Ski Club of Ireland has been skiing for decades and is travelling to the Austrian Alps tomorrow for the start of the season. She joins Seán to discuss everything you should know if you’re looking to start skiing!
11 min
Happy International Singles Day! Has it become more difficult to find love in the modern world, and what can you do about it? Feargal Harrington from INTRO Matchmaking joins Seán to discuss.
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7 min
Martinmas, also known as St. Martin’s Day, annually falls on November 11th. In Ireland, the day was most notable for the blood sacrifice rituals and practices that coincided with it… Joining Seán to speak more about this day is Kelly Fitzgerald from the School of Irish, Celtic Studies and Folklore in UCD.
12 min
As ski resorts begin to open across the Alps this month, some people may want to book a holiday, but might be intimidated by cost, the challenge of taking up a new sport and the overwhelming amount of choice. Aileen Eglington from the Ski Club of Ireland has been skiing for decades and is travelling to the Austrian Alps tomorrow for the start of the season. She joins Seán to discuss everything you should know if you’re looking to start skiing!
11 min
Happy International Singles Day! Has it become more difficult to find love in the modern world, and what can you do about it? Feargal Harrington from INTRO Matchmaking joins Seán to discuss.
17 min
Every Wednesday, Seán will be joined by Podcaster Cassie Delaney to hear unusual stories on heinous crimes… This week, Cassie joins to discuss cases where there is a wrongful conviction!
10 min
The world chicken obviously is used for the bird, but it can also be used to describe someone as cowardly. Its usage has been around for so long that many dictionaries include it in the definition, which PETA wants changed… Jennifer White, Media Director at PETA joins Seán to discuss.
7 min
Ash Hegarty, an angler from Blackburn, has caught a world record breaking carp: the common carp weighed 52kg! He caught it on a fishing trip with his brother after the pair had travelled to a lake in Hungary, and he joins Seán to discuss.
11 min
We all know the importance of a good first impression, but what about the art of small talk? Whether it's on the side of football pitches, functions, funerals or weddings - what makes small talk so entertaining? Joining Seán to discuss is Columnist with the Irish Examiner, Esther McCarthy…
12 min
Once a partner in a relationship has been betrayed, is it ever possible to rebuild trust? In something like an affair, healing and recovering from that can be a painful process… Emily Power Smith, Clinical Sexologist and Psychosexual Therapist joins Seán to discuss.
5 min
‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ is the next installment in Rockstar Games’ crime-committing video game blockbuster series. It is expected to be the highest budget video game in history, and is similarly expected to break sales records worldwide, but why is there so much hype, and why will it be a guaranteed success? Joining Seán to discuss is Tech Journalist Emmet Ryan.
20 min
In most countries in mainland Europe, there is what’s known as a ‘right to roam’ where anybody can walk through private farmland. There is no such thing in Ireland, and many farmers resist the idea, citing threats to their livestock. There are greenways, but Seán’s guest thinks they are not the solution to discover the country. Joining Seán to discuss is Tim Hannigan, author of new book ‘The Pathless Land: Finding a Way Across Ireland’.
7 min
Could clutter around your house be telling you something? Seán’s guest thinks so! Interior Design Columnist with the Irish Examiner, Jennifer Sheahan, joins to discuss how we can properly declutter our homes…
12 min
The first RTÉ radio broadcast took place on January 1st 1926, but what kind of impact has Irish radio had on our country since then? What kind of influence has it had on everyday life? Joining Seán to discuss is Rosemary Day, author of ‘On the Air: 100 Years of Irish Radio’, Associate Professor and the Head of the Department of Media and Communication Studies at Mary Immaculate College, University of Limerick.
6 min
Do you find that your plants die quicker during the winter? Apparently, one way to avoid that is through the use of a hygrometer, but how does it work exactly? Joining Seán to discuss is Grow it Yourself's Head of Education, Mary Bishop.
11 min
We’re looking back on the weekend and looking forward to the week ahead through the lens of these four questions: What delighted you over the weekend? What annoyed you over the weekend? What did you learn over the weekend? What are you looking forward to this week? Joining Seán to discuss is Brenda Dennehy and Patrick Freyne!
4 min
This week, the world record was broken for the most ever red cards in a single game of football: a whopping 53 red cards were shown in a Brazilian youth game. According to the referee's notes, a brawl broke out in the second half and the military police were called due to extensive damage to the stadium… What is the history of the red card in the sport? Joining Seán to discuss is Sports Presenter Daniel Hussey.
7 min
One of Ireland's most famous Architects and Furniture Designers was Eileen Gray, whose 50th anniversary of her death is this year. Her ashes were interred in the famous Pere Lachaise in Paris, but were recently discovered to be missing from their niche. There is now a mystery as to what happened to them… Seán’s guest recently travelled to Paris to visit the niche and bring a relic from her homeplace in Wexford to put in it as a memento in place of her ashes. Frank McNally from The Irish Times joins to discuss.
12 min
Ted Cruz, the US Republican Senator, yesterday claimed that one of the reasons Americans voted against the Republicans in the Midterm elections is because of the cost of living crisis. He says that record numbers of people are resorting to eating Spam. He says, "Here are some stats that are a lot more real and personal. Spam, Hormel’s processed meat substitute, broke record sales, selling 113 million cans last year. That is nearly as much spam as was sold during the entirety of World War II. 29% of Americans have used buy now, pay later for groceries this year. That’s double the share just two years ago.” So, what is Spam exactly and what is its history? Joining Seán to discuss is Regina Sexton, Food Historian at UCC.
12 min
As years go on, the Irish language seems to drift further and further away. The language itself is hard to learn, but what if there was a way to fix that? Hector Ó hEochagáin has made a trilogy of books that help you use Irish in everyday life. He joins Seán to discuss his newest book, ‘Irish Words for Every Occasion’.
6 min
A 109-year-old wedding dress belonging to an Irish nun has found a new home on display in an antique pram shop in Wicklow. The dress belonged to Sister Theodora (Mary Carroll) who was from Wexford, but went to England at the age of 12 to become a nun. The dress and accompanying shawl were made for her by other nuns after she was officially professed a nun and became a bride of Christ. The dress was constructed during the War. It was crocheted using hair pins and a silk thread. Mags McCarthy, owner of Mags, Rags Arts and Crafts, a vintage, antique and alterations shop joins Seán to discuss.
5 min
Beta is an arts and technology festival that will run in various venues, and launches in Dublin tomorrow. The Project Art Centre will be hosting a sound installation - and it’s for dogs! Gabriela Waclawska, Sound Artist and Composer joins Seán to discuss how it works.
8 min
As you might know, there’s some talk in the UK about issuing an apology for its part in the transatlantic slave trade and the historical harms it brought. But, should there be other things that need an apology? For example, Shirley Bowers, Leader of Arise Ministries, is from the same town as Oliver Cromwell, and has been travelling around Ireland to apologise for his actions. She joins Seán to discuss.
20 min
The Oireachtas Committee on RTÉ funding, reform and transformation got bogged down on who paid for a tracksuit top, with the €20m funding shortfall hardly discussed. But, is Ireland gripped by tracksuit culture, and is it here to stay? To discuss further, Seán is joined by Henry McKean.
9 min
Rachel O'Dwyer, Writer and Lecturer in Visual Cultures at NCAD is arguing that there is now a return to older 18th century considerations when it comes to marriage. Just like Caroline Lucas in 'Pride and Prejudice', people in the Ireland of today must consider their financial future and security over matters of the heart when they marry... Is this true? Has marriage become more about the money? She joins Seán to discuss.
7 min
If you’re going to travel by ferry, it is more environmentally friendly than flying, but still produces emissions. The future for sea travel could be electric, as there are already options coming into the market… Ben Tracy, Correspondent for Climate Central joins Seán to discuss.
10 min
The movie ‘Wicker’ stars Olivia Coleman, who has a partner made for her out of wicker. The sex scenes in this movie have gotten quite a bit of attention, but particularly among women. So, why is there so much buzz? Joining Seán to discuss is Kirsty Blake Knox, Features Journalist and columnist with The Irish Independent.
8 min
Books about sport usually revolve around the stories of people, and the hero’s journey an athlete takes to reach success, but what if you ignored that, and focused on the stories through the lens of objects? Joining Seán to discuss is Siobhan Doyle, Historian and author of ‘Irish Sport in 100 Objects’.
15 min
Every Wednesday, Seán will be joined by someone to hear unusual stories on heinous crimes… This week, Cassie Delaney joins to discuss cases solved in unbelievable ways!
14 min
There was a bit of controversy a few weeks ago when Oliver Callan criticised Simon Harris for being a college dropout. With Harris having three jobs, is there a point to be made here? Should Government Ministers have qualifications within their portfolio? Joining Seán to discuss is Pat Rabbitte, former Labour Leader and Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources.
5 min
“Mogging” was crowned Collins English Dictionary word of the year. This term, which is thought to come from “Amog” which is short for ‘alpha male of the group’. The word first appeared in 2016 in the bodybuilding culture, and since then, the word has evolved way past its initial use. Joining Seán to discuss more is Head of Language Content at Collins Dictionaries, Helen Newstead.
14 min
It used to be the norm (among families who could afford it) for kids to be sent off to boarding school for their education. There used to be 125 boarding schools in the 1960s, where as we now have only 25. Glenstal Abbey boarding school in Limerick is the next one to close, announcing they will close in 2028… What is behind this decline? Colm Maloney, President of Cistercian College Roscrea joins Seán to discuss.
9 min
48 years ago, the Voyager 1 probe was launched into space, and is still travelling. Later this month, it will reach a distance of one light day away from Earth, which equals roughly 26 billion kilometers. Of all the craft launched into space, it is the furthest away one, and carries information about humanity and our planet in case any other life comes across it. Peter Gallagher, Director of Dunsink Observatory at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies and former employee of NASA joins Seán to discuss this accomplishment. Image: NASA
16 min
In many relationships there can be a phenomenon known as ‘desire discrepancy’. This is commonly referring to sexual desires, but can show up in other parts of a relationship as well… Emily Power Smith, Clinical Sexologist and Psychosexual Therapist joins Seán to discuss this, and how to navigate it.
15 min
Last week, the Government rejected a proposal to name the new Children's Hospital after Dr Kathleen Lynn, the most senior-ranking woman in the 1916 Rising and Chief Medical Officer of the Irish Citizen Army. What was behind this proposal, and what is Dr Kathleen Lynn’s story? Joining Seán to discuss is Mary McAuliffe, Historian, Lecturer and Director of Gender Studies at UCD.
6 min
Seán Moncrieff was joined on the show by tiddlywinks champion, Patrick Barrie who is an Engineering Professor at Cambridge University.
19 min
Newstalk reporter Henry McKean joined Seán Moncrieff on the show to discuss if you would rather a voucher than a Christmas party.
7 min
Libbs Driscoll, Freelance Journalist based in London joined Seán Moncrieff on the show to discuss if medieval hobbies are making a comeback.
15 min
We’re looking back on the weekend and looking forward to the week ahead through the lens of these four questions: What delighted you over the weekend? What annoyed you over the weekend? What did you learn over the weekend? What are you looking forward to this week? Joining Seán to discuss is Rosita Sweetman and Pat O' Mahoney.
15 min
Virologist Chris Smith has recently argued that antibiotic resistance poses a bigger threat than terrorism. Chris Smith, UK based Virologist joined Seán Moncrieff on the show to discuss.
6 min
Seán Moncrieff was joined on the show this afternoon by Cathal Malone who is an immigration lawyer to discuss why some people can travel without a passport.
6 min
Séamas O'Reilly, Author and Journalist joined Seán Moncrieff on the show to discuss not attending mass.
16 min
44% of adults have pretended they could comfortably afford something when they couldn't. Newstalk reporter Henry McKean joined Seán Moncrieff on the show to report.
6 min
Seán Moncrieff was joined on the show by Nikki Ralph, consultant dermatologist to discuss how skin tightening works.
16 min
Patricia Nilsson, Financial Times reporter and author of Guilty Pleasure:The Pornification of the Internet, the Economy,and Everything Else joined Seán on the show to discuss how the economy of porn works.
6 min
A new world record has been broken; having spent multiple years looking for the right location, Diego Poncelet has gone faster than anyone ever has on a skateboard. He went as fast as 151 kmph! Diego Poncelet, pro skateboarder, joins Seán to discuss. Image: Red Bull
12 min
Legally, fireworks are illegal in Ireland, but every year in the run up to Halloween, you’ll hear them everywhere. Because they’re illegal, many of them are unregulated, and every year, there are life-changing injuries that happen to mostly young people. What are the main dangers of fireworks, as well as bonfires? Dr Ann McKenna, a Consultant Plastic Surgeon at the Bon Secours Hospital in Cork joins Seán to discuss.
6 min
There are a lot of people predicting that Maura Higgins will win ‘Dancing with the Stars’, the American equivalent of ‘Strictly Come Dancing’. She seems to get on well with her dance partner, which has led to online speculation that a romance is brewing, even though he’s already married… Marriage doesn’t seem to stop these relationships, and there is now a belief of a ‘Strictly Curse’, where relationships fall apart when one person takes part in the show. Fionnuala Jones, Entertainment Journalist, joins Seán to discuss.
15 min
Every Wednesday, Seán will be joined by someone to hear unusual stories on heinous crimes… This week, Cassie Delaney joins to discuss cases involving murder on Halloween…
17 min
Over a dozen businesses on O’Connell Street are facing legal action due to unsightly shopfronts. After years of decline, can enforcement help to revitalise the capital’s main thoroughfare? Newstalk’s Simon Tierney has been investigating, and joins Seán to discuss.
9 min
The F&F clothing range in Tesco is now worth over a billion pounds in the UK. Has the supermarket become a new go-to place for fashion? And, can you be fashionable with clothes you bought next to the frozen aisle? Laura Jordan, Founder of StyleSavvy joins Seán to discuss.
9 min
As you may know, the Government has tightened the rules on migration into Ireland and upped the numbers of deportation. What is that like? For those who are told they can’t stay in Ireland any more, what reason are they given? Jaishree Malik is an Indian stand up comedian living in Ireland. She has received a letter from the Justice Department telling her she will be deported as she has overstayed her visa. She argues that she overstayed her visa because she had applied for an extension and that was being processed. She has now agreed to leave the country voluntarily… Jaishree joins Seán to discuss her situation.
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