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Opinions Matter with Adrian & Jeremy

1,672 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 23 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratings

Opinions Matter is the brainchild of award-winning broadcasters Adrian Kennedy and Jeremy Dixon. On each episode the lads will debate the big stories of the day, highlight listener concerns, local issues and discuss the weird and wacky stuff going on in their lives

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Episodes

Jeremy Infuriates Parents With Comments On Easter Eggs!

March 28, 2024 15:50 - 52 minutes - 47.6 MB

On this episode Jeremy declared that his kids will only get ONE Easter Egg this year, because he doesn't want them to become obese! He lost the plot when one Father admitted his child got 20 eggs last year!!!

Ardee Woman Scorned & Furious After First Date With "Ballymun Scanger in Nike Air Max" Goes Wrong!!!

March 27, 2024 14:42 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MB

Today we heard from an Ardee woman who is not happy after being ghosted by a "Ballymun scanger in Nike Air Max who looks like he'd rob your granny for a fiver" (her words, not ours) because he ghosted her after their first date... but wait till you hear why!!!! Lisa is livid and had some harsh words to say about about her date!!! We then heard some other stories and we were literally brought to tears with the laughter!!!!

"They're Being Brainwashed to Hate" - Woman Says Children Have No Place at Coolock Asylum Seeker Protest

March 26, 2024 15:59 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MB

On this episode we got reaction to a video circulating which shows kids being coached to chant "Get Them Out, Get Them Out" at a protest in Coolock. We debated whether or not children should ever be at any type of protest.

Boyfriend Exposed Live On Air For Having Alledged Violent Background

March 25, 2024 15:50 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MB

On this episode we heard from Vic who's partner admitted to being physically abusive to his ex, on one occasion. She says her friends are telling her to 'run for the hills'....she says he never lift a finger to her! (Pic:designed by Freepik)

*Exclusive* Dublin Busker Claims He Was Pepper Sprayed By Gardai "For Doing Nothing"

March 23, 2024 16:00 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MB

During a conversation about arming the Gardai with taser guns, we got a call that divided opinion when Dublin busker John made a claim about alleged Garda assault. But do you believe him?

*Trigger Warning*: Mother Tells Parents "DO NOT Let Your Children Go On a Sleepover"

March 22, 2024 15:45 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MB

On this episode we heard from Lou, who is horrified that the parents of 7 out of 8 children invited to her childs birthday sleepover, won't allow them go. She called the parents "paranoid Karen's".

Caller Brands Coolock Asylum Seeker Protestors as "Wasters with Selective Outrage"

March 21, 2024 15:45 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MB

On this episode we heard from locals who have been protesting outside the disused Crown Paints factory in Coolock...fearing that it's to be used to house Asylum seekers.

"Council Tenants in Arrears Should Be Turfed Out On The Street...No Mercy!"

March 20, 2024 15:45 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MB

On this episode we discussed the fact that rent arrears for social housing tenants are over €70 million...with 900 tenants owing over €11,000. Should they be evicted, or helped?

Me and My African Partner Want a House Transfer from Clondalkin...It's Full of Racists

March 19, 2024 16:40 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MB

On this episode we heard from Melissa who's annoyed that the council haven't given a housing transfer to her and her Zambian partner...who's been subject to years of racial abuse by neighbours in their Clondalkin housing estate.

Female Jogger Is Victim of Disturbing Incident In Phoenix Park

March 18, 2024 19:22 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MB

Every single woman needs to listen to this episode. We heard from THREE different women who experienced sexual intimidation and Cat-Calling, while out jogging, recently

"I'm Being Judged For Having An Abortion Without Telling My Partner"

March 15, 2024 15:30 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MB

** Trigger Warning For This Topic ** On this Episode, a woman was branded cold-hearted and dishonest after she admitted that she had kept a VERY big secret from her partner.

Disgust Over Men Admitting to Sick Game Involving Large Women

March 14, 2024 16:30 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MB

On this episode we heard from Eugene who was accused of Fat Shaming after he admitted he won't date overweight women. He was called misogynistic, sexist and rude...but he believes he's done nothing wrong.

Man Brands Couples Who Have Sex During Pregnancy as 'Perverts'!

March 13, 2024 15:55 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MB

On this episode we heard from Mel, who's 5 months pregnant, and is being made to feel worthless by her partner...he refuses to have sex with her. Jeremy reckoned most men feel the same...as you'll hear he was very wrong!! Image by shurkin_son on Freepik

***Most Vile Racist Caller Ever Claims He's Not Racist**

March 12, 2024 17:05 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MB

Today on the show we spoke to two of the most disgusting and racist callers we have ever spoken to... When one of the callers told us what he did this morning to a black taxi driver in Dublin city people were left horrified.... and then he claimed he wasn't a racist... which really infuriated and shocked people!!!

Vile Comment From Caller Sparks Fury: "Women Who Don't Breastfeed are Selfish"

March 11, 2024 16:00 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MB

On this episode we heard from Daniel, who's annoyed that his partner is refusing to breast feed their new born baby. Has a man any right to a say in this or is it her body, her choice.

Stuck Up Father Makes Disgusting Remarks About People Who Work In Retail

March 09, 2024 14:30 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MB

"I won't let my kids pack shelves... No way" Is this the most stuck up caller we've even spoke to? On this episode we spoke to a father of two teenager boys who refuses to let them get a part-time job. He said that there's no way they will be working in a pub collecting glasses or in a supermarket packing shelves.

Trans Woman Causes Uproar by Celebrating International Women's Day

March 08, 2024 16:05 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MB

On this episode we discussed the online reaction to our Facebook post wishing woman, trans-women and those who identify as women a Happy International Womens Day!

Horror Over Mums OnlyFans Pics Being Shared in Sons School

March 07, 2024 15:45 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MB

On this episode we heard how photos of a Mother of 2, an OnlyFans content creator, have been spread around her sons school. Was she irresponsible for being on the platform in the first place, or is she the victim of revenge porn.

Listeners Disgusted Over What "ROBOCOP" Jeremy Did To Teenage Shoplifter

March 06, 2024 15:45 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MB

On this episode Jeremy told us how he reported a teenage shoplifter to store staff - after spotting him steal €5 worth of sweets! Is he a hero or zero for ratting on the young lad???

**Tallaght Mum Threatens To Expose Teacher Over Sexual Encounter**

March 05, 2024 15:30 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MB

So much drama on this episode! We heard from a Tallaght mum whose daughter had a sexual encounter with a local teacher.... This mother is now branding him a predator even though everything was "above board"... Things got really heated on this episode

Listeners Furious With Council Tenant Over Her List of DEMANDS!

March 04, 2024 16:00 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MB

On this episode Janice complained that the council won't fix broken doors and draughty windows in her 'forever home'. Many callers condemned her 'sense of entitlement'...while others felt she's right to be angry.

"I'm 24 And My Parents Still Won't Let My Boyfriend Sleep With Me"

March 02, 2024 14:30 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MB

Today's episode is every parents nightmare! We hear from 24 yr. old Amy, who's annoyed that her parents won't let her boyfriend stay over in her room! Wait until you hear what one father on the show allows happen!!

I'm Horrified That My Fella Ran Over a Dog...and DIDN'T Stop!

March 01, 2024 15:00 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MB

On this episode we asked who's at fault when a dog is run over on the road - the driver - or the owner of the dog? We heard both sides in this - including the woman who ATE the rabbit she ran over!!!

**EXPLICIT** Two Parents Reveal Shocking Details About Their Daughters Virginity Live On Air

February 29, 2024 16:00 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MB

On this episode we heard from Jake, who can't understand why people slag him for being a 31 year old virgin. He said he's waiting until he meets a woman he loves, but his friends ridicule him.

Callers Say Its Wrong to Blame the Government for Death of Homeless Ann

February 28, 2024 16:15 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MB

On this episode we discussed the tragic death, on the streets of Dublin, of rough sleeper Ann Delaney. One listener said it's wrong to blame the Government when a death like this occurs.

Listeners Stunned When Mother Admits Sharing Bath With Teen Daughter

February 27, 2024 16:10 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MB

On this episode we asked how old is too old for parents and children to be sharing a bath/shower together...or is it always weird??

"I'm Suing My Former Employer For Forcing Me To Get Covid Vaccine"

February 26, 2024 16:10 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MB

On this episode we heard from Gavin, who was working in a Nursing Home during Covid. He alleges he was bullied into getting the vaccine and now suffers chest pains as a result. He's now suing his former employer.

**Coolock Mother Shocks Listeners By Admitting What She's Spending For Childs Communion**

February 25, 2024 14:10 - 40 minutes - 37 MB

You're Spending What?!!! On this episode we discussed the fact that, on average, parents are spending about €1,000 on the child's Communion day. We heard from some parents who are spending five times that amount!!!

Major Red Flag As Possessive Husband Makes Shocking Admission On Air

February 23, 2024 16:05 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MB

On this episode we heard from "A.F." who says her jealous boyfriend is not happy with her planning to go to Usher's London concert in April, with her best friend...who's male!!! Is he being possessive and unreasonable - or would most people feel the same?

Woman Who Suffered Tragic Loss Tells People To Keep Their Kids Pics Off Social Media

February 22, 2024 16:05 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MB

**** Trigger Warning **** Today's epsiode could be very upsetting for you.. but its a debate that needed to be had. We spoke to several women who have lost babies and find certain posts on social media upsetting

Outrage Over Women's 'Twisted' Comments About Men Working in Childcare

February 21, 2024 15:50 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MB

On this episode we heard from 'Greg' who is a childcare worker in a Kildare Creche. Last week two sets of parents asked management to ensure male members of staff don't change their babies nappies. He's infuriated over this.

Two Women Slam Far Right For Scare Mongering About Asylum Seekers

February 20, 2024 15:50 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MB

On this episode we heard about a large protest in Roscrea, with women saying they no longer feel safe since asylum seekers arrived in the town. We asked do Irish women feels less safe in 2024 Ireland.

Shock Over What Happened to Two Teenage Girls in Crumlin Park

February 19, 2024 15:50 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MB

On this episode we heard from Mandy who complains that Gardai in Crumlin are constantly harrassing her teenage sons, for nothing. Many callers said "there's no smoke without fire".

Cheater Dad Disgusted That Ex Told Their Child "The Truth"

February 18, 2024 14:15 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MB

Does a child really need to know why mammy and daddy split up? Especially if daddy was caught cheating? It all came our on this episode!

**Shocking Update on Finglas Love Triangle - Scorned Woman Spills the Beans**

February 16, 2024 15:45 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MB

Today on the show we spoke to the Finglas woman who caused war on the show on Monday when she put a handwritten letter through the letterbox of another woman's home in Berryfield, Finglas when she found out she had been sleeping her fella... Tooday the scorned woman spoke to us.... and left us all speechless with what she had to say!!! Everyone was absolutely shocked... and the update on the cat... well we struggled to hold it together!!!

Dublin GP 'Fat Shames' 8 Year Old Child

February 15, 2024 15:30 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MB

On this episode Mel contacted us to tell how upset she and her 8 year old son were after a G.P. told them the child is very overweight and needs to lose weight. She's considering reporting the Doctor for unprofessionalism.

Mother of 3 Inner City Addicts Says She's Not To Blame for How They Turned Out

February 14, 2024 16:20 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MB

On this episode a Mother from Dublin's North Inner City hits out over the blame she gets for her 3 sons ending up drug addicts. She says it's not her fault that they turned out that way

***Katie Storms Off Live On Air After Jeremy Cuts Off Caller During Immigration Topic***

February 13, 2024 15:32 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

Today things got very heated after we heard from a Dublin teacher who is facing being sacked after tweeting about Ireland needing to close its borders. During the conversation Jeremy and Katie came to blows after Jeremy hung up on a caller. Katie became furious and stormed off during the live broadcast, claiming she couldn't deal with Jeremys "hypocrisy" - leaving Jeremy to do the show alone.

***Chaos Unfolds Between 2 Finglas Women Over Cheating Fiance & His "Slutty Side Bitch"***

February 12, 2024 15:05 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MB

Today we heard from a woman from a Finglas woman who is furious after receiving a hand-written letter through her letterbox at her home in Berryfield from another local woman who was threatening her for f**King her fella!! Chaos unfolded on air between the pair of women and comments made by "the other woman" added serious fuel to the fire... There was shock over her attitude which led to murder on (and off) air!! We were left speechless by the whole thing

Tallaght Dog Owner Gets Sinister Warning From Neighbour

February 10, 2024 15:06 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MB

On this episode, a dog owner from Tallaght reveals that she's been threatened over her dog's barking. Jeremy made a suggestion, which listeners got very angry over.

Huge Backlash as Woman Admits On Air That She Hates All Kids, Even Her Own Family

February 09, 2024 16:05 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MB

On this episode Sarah Jane confessed that she HATES KIDS and doesn't want any of her own as it's her idea of hell. She's sick of being judged for her opinion. We were surprised by how many people feel the same!

Listener Proudly Condones Arson Attacks On Proposed Refugee Centres

February 08, 2024 16:05 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MB

On this episode a listener challenged us to talk about the recent spate of alleged arson attacks on building rumoured to be earmarked for housing asylum seekers. Shockingly many callers justified the burning down of buildings.

Mothers Admits On Air To Keeping Shocking Secret From Her Daughter

February 07, 2024 16:05 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MB

On this episode we heard from Aoife, who admitted that she hasn't told her daughter the truth...that her Daddy isn't actually her biological Father. She wanted to know if she should tell her 9 year old that she's been lying to her all along.

"My Dad Is A Lonely Old Man...And It's All My Fault"

February 06, 2024 14:45 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB

On this episode we heard from Avril who's torn apart by her kids not getting on with her new partner, who makes her very happy! We heard from lots of callers in this situation...and from a guy who now regrets destroying his Dads relationship with a new partner.

Listeners Disgust When Mum Admits Where Her Children's Allowance Goes

February 03, 2024 15:05 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MB

We still can't believe she had the balls to admit this live on the show! On this latest episode, a Dublin mum angers a lot of people when she reveals exactly where her children's allowance goes.. Spoiler: It's not on her kids

Single Man Reveals Shocking Reason Why Women Won't Date Him!

February 02, 2024 15:59 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

On this episode we heard from Adam, who's shocked how, in these 'progressive times', women ghost him as soon as they find out he's bisexual. We spoke to bisexual, pansexual and non binary callers to cover this from every angle.

Father Makes Threats Against 15 Year Old Boy For Having Sex With His Daughter

February 01, 2024 15:59 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MB

On this episode we heard from Samantha who just found out their 15 yr. old daughter is sexually active with her 15 yr. old boyfriend. Her Husband has flipped the lid and wants to confront the young lad and his parents. Others say to be more responsible and put her on the pill! The was uproar on this topic!!

Father Makes Controversial Comments About Cannabis Users...And They're Not Happy!!!

January 31, 2024 15:59 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MB

On this episode we debated proposed legislation which would allow possession of cannabis for personal use. Doctors have warned against the plan saying the drug causes severe medical and mental health problems.

Mum of Mixed Race Daughter Describes Horrific Racism in Dublin

January 30, 2024 16:30 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MB

On this episode we discussed the fact that three new right wing anti-immigrant political parties have registered in Ireland. Would you vote for them? One caller described Ireland as being like 1930's Nazi Germany.

Mum Wants Unvaxxed Kids Banned From Schools & Creches

January 29, 2024 16:05 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MB

There was war on this latest episode when a mother came on air calling for a ban on unvaxxed kids in public places.. Then things went nuts when an anti vax mum suggested that it causes autism. This is an episode not to be missed

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