Opinions Matter with Adrian & Jeremy
1,672 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsOpinions 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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Dublin School Makes Controversial Decision Over Nativity Play
November 20, 2023 15:30 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBOn this episode of Opinions Matter: A primary school on the northside of Dublin has made a controversial decision regarding the kids nativity play this year, which has divided opinion and caused our Katie to have a MELTDOWN on air
Listeners Disgusted Over How This Woman Got Revenge On Cheating Partner
November 18, 2023 15:00 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MB"Revenge is not always sweet".... On this episode of Opinions Matter, we hear from a "Scorned" woman about how she got revenge on a cheating partner and what she did on him divided opinion down the middle with many saying she went too far.. Take a listen... and don't try this at home!
Trigger Warning: "Bullies Drove Me To Attempt Suicide At 8 Years Old"
November 17, 2023 16:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBsome of you may find this episode distressing Jeremy speaks to Vanessa, who was horrifically bullied from the age of 3. Jeremy could not believe what other kids did to her when she was a child. She then revealed how she ended up coming face to rafe with one of her bullies recently.. and what he said to her....
"Dinosaur" Disgusted By What He Witnessed In Dublin Café
November 16, 2023 15:25 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBOn this latest edition of Opinions Matter, we speak to a man who got offfended by a woman breastfeeding beside him in a Dublin cafe, while he was eating his food... Little did he know that the workers of the cafe were listening to the podcast and contacted us with their side of the story!
Taxi Driver Refuses To Drop Fare To "Dodgy" Blanchardstown Estate
November 15, 2023 15:45 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBOn this latest episode of Opinions Matter, we hear from a very angry Blanchardstown resident who got a taxi to Sheepmoor in Blanchardstown but the driver refused to drive into the estate over a violent incident that happened to him there, previously.
Parents Warned: "Stop Spoiling Your Kids At Xmas.. It's Disgusting"
November 14, 2023 15:45 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBThis is a lively one! Jeremy and Katie went to war on today's episode over the amount of money parents plan on spending on their kids for xmas. Things got really heated when a mother came on to say "whatever my kids want... they will get"!!!
Exclusive: Dog Mauled To Death By Pitbull In Clondalkin
November 13, 2023 15:30 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBTrigger Warning... This episode contains graphic details of an horrific attack that happened just today in Clondalkin. We spoke to the owners of a Yorkie that was mauled to death in Clondalkin by an "xl Bully" in an attack that was so gruesome that it brought our Jeremy to tears
Shoplifter Who Steals Xmas Presents To Order, Makes Shocking Confession
November 11, 2023 14:00 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBOn this latest episode of Opinions Matter, A woman phoned in to tell us that she shoplifts for parents for their kids for Christmas and even takes orders on what they want her to get... She really divided people, and WW3 erupted on air
Listeners In Tears Over 80 Year Old Man's Wild Sex Confession
November 10, 2023 15:45 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBOn this special "Get It Off You Chest" episode, listeners shared with us their stories about the weirdest place they ever had sex! A couple in their 80's were the winners!!! Other places included a Garda car, Dublin Airport Runway...and the Australian Bush!! Some very funny calls here.
"I Was Almost Killed By Electric Scooter - Ban Them"
November 09, 2023 16:25 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBOn this episode we heard from a listener who described the serious injuries she sustained after crashing on an childs electric scooter. She believes they are death traps - and should be banned for use by under 18's.
Opinions Matter Caller Is Horrifically Trolled. This Is Our Response
November 08, 2023 17:45 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBThis is a very different (short) episode of Opinions Matter. One of our regular callers was trolled for airing an opinion on our show. The message she received was vile. We couldn't let this go
Exclusive: Ballymun Mum Bravely Opens Up About Joyriders Almost Killing Her Baby
November 08, 2023 16:05 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBOn this episode we debated the ongoing joyriding epidemic in Dublin...and asked if Gardai should give chase, or is that the thrill the joyriders want??
War On Air When Man Brands Stay at Home Mums as "Spongers"!
November 07, 2023 16:30 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBOn this episode Fiona really stirred it up by accusing stay at home Mums of "selling themselves short" and setting womens liberation back years by becoming "just nappy changers"!! Needless to say this is a lively conversation!!
Man Threatens To Report Disability Allowance Scammer Live On Air
November 06, 2023 16:00 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBOn this episode we heard how disability allowance is being widely abused by people screwing the system. It was argued that thousands of people on the benefit are well capable of working!
Mother Admits She Lets Child Share Bed With Two "Dangerous" dogs
November 04, 2023 14:00 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MBOn this episode of Opinions Matter, a mother causes uproar on air when she makes a shocking confession about the two breeds of dogs that she allows into the bedroom with her child
Caller Slams People On Social Welfare Getting Xmas Bonus
November 03, 2023 15:00 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBToday the show was extremely heated... all started by a listeners message about the Xmas bonus and the fact that workers get nothing... Katie revealed her thoughts on it and her very blunt comments angered and enraged a lot of people... some are now calling for her to be sacked... but she says she stands by her comments and believes she was right!!! Oh oh!!! Things got very intense during the broadcast!!!
"Dirt Bag" Dad from Finglas West Outted For Cheating With Various Women!!!!
November 02, 2023 15:30 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBToday on the show we heard from a woman who is seeing a father of 3 from Finglas West and she says he is playing his girlfriend "like a fiddle"... she is also threatening to tell his partner on the Mas On A Rant Facebook group!! We then from a man who says he was outted on the same group and that if someone wants to have an affair that's their own business... but Katie has some very harsh words for people who pursue relationships with someone when they know they're already in a relationshi...
Caller Says: "We've A Right To Know Which Hotels Are Housing Asylum Seekers"
November 01, 2023 16:20 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MBOn this episode we heard from a pissed off listener who's hotel stay in a South Dublin Four Star Hotel was ruined, because the hotel houses asylum seekers and the homeless. Should we have a right to know which hotels take place in these housing programmes?
Caller Who Witnessed Dance Gig in 3 Arena Desribes Shocking Scenes!
October 31, 2023 15:55 - 50 minutes - 46 MBOn this episode we heard from people who were at the 'Belters Only' gig in Dublin on Sunday. They described young teens out of their faces on drink and drugs. Kids passed out on the street. Should parents be drug testing their kids.
Caller Reveals LIVE On Air That Her House Is Haunted.. And Something Chilling Happens
October 30, 2023 14:05 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBIn this spooky episode of Opinions Matter we speak to callers who have had paranormal activity in their homes. One caller came on to talk about her haunted house - and listeners starting hearing things down the phone. This freaked us all out! Don't listen to this alone!
"Sexist Pig" Admits That He Won't Give Up His Seat To Pregnant Woman
October 28, 2023 13:00 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBIf you've ever been pregnant, this podcast is sure to get your pulse racing!! On this episode we speak to a man who was branded a "sexist pig" because he refuses to give up his seat on public transport for pregnant women. Wait until you hear his reason....
Jeremy Hits Back At Trolls Who Condemned Him Over Child Flu Vaccine
October 27, 2023 15:05 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBOn this episode our Jeremy was like an anti-christ over the online trolling he received after posting that he'd gooten his kids the flu vaccine.
Exclusive - 13 Year Old Caught 'Upskirting' Teacher in Dublin School
October 26, 2023 15:45 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBOn this episode we discussed the proposed national ban on mobile phones in the classroom. Some parents are not happy with this...but we heard some shocking stories that prove why a ban is necessary.
Caller Sparks Outrage WIth Comments About Dating Women with Children
October 25, 2023 15:45 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBOn this episode a Mother of three is complaining that men just aren't interested in getting into a relationship with her. Why?
Listeners Disgusted with Homophobic Fathers Admission On Air
October 24, 2023 15:15 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBOn this episode 26 year old Gary told us how his Dad is very homophobic and won't allow his boyfriend stay over. His friends have told him to cut his Dad our of his life! All hell broke loose on this one...
"I'm Now Working With My Childhood Bully.. I Want Him Sacked"
October 23, 2023 15:20 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBOn this episode we heard from Cormac who was very serious bullied for four years as a teenager. Now Cormac's bully has been hired by the company he works for. He wants him sacked as he can't cope working with him
"You Should Ashamed Letting Your Children Be Raised By Creche Workers"
October 21, 2023 13:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBOn this latest edition of Opinions Matter... It all kicks off on air when a caller SLAMS parents who leave their kids in creches for hours on end... "you are paying strangers to raise your kids".... . Take a listen
Father Admits Driving His Kids In The Car While Stoned!
October 20, 2023 15:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBOn this episode we heard from a listener who's annoyed he was banned from the road for a year for 'drug driving'. He claimed he can drive safely after smoking a joint.
I Left My Job Because Foreigners Ignored Me by Speaking Their Own Language
October 19, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBOn this episode we heard from Jasmine, who is angry over work colleagues constantly speaking in their own language and excluding her. Should all workplaces insist on staff only ever speaking English?
Woman Reveals How Using A Ouija Board Has Destroyed Her Life
October 18, 2023 14:55 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBListener Discretion Advised - On this very different episode of Opinions Matter, we speak to a woman who says her life has been destroyed by using a Ouija Board. Mirium reveals some chilling accounts of what happened that night and what has happend to her since.
Parents Outraged Over LGBT Flag In Santry Classroom
October 17, 2023 14:50 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBOn this episode we heard from a Father who's angry that a Pride/Rainbow flag was on display in his sons primary school class in Dublin. He believes it's not appropriate...others disagreed.
**Outrage After Dublin Man Admits He Will Disown His Son If He Joins British Army**
October 16, 2023 14:50 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MBToday on the show we heard from a Dublin man whose son wants to join the British army, and he says he simply can't accept it. We tthen heard from other callers who said that they would disown their children for joining the British army and that any Irish people who join the British army are "traitors" This caused a lot of anger on air and things got extremely heated!
"Old Pervy Men Keep Creeping On Me When I Go Clubbing"
October 14, 2023 13:00 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MB"I'm fed up going clubbing with my mates and have old sweaty men leering at me.. They shouldn't be in nightclubs"!!! The woman was spoke to on this podcast didn't hold back.. And the male callers were having none of it!
'Controlling Man' Makes Shocking Demand of Smoking Pregnant Partner
October 13, 2023 15:40 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBOn this episode we heard from Cathy-Anne, who's sick to death being 'Mum Shamed' for vaping while pregnant. She believes she did the right thing giving up cigarettes - and believes vaping is much safer for her unborn baby.
Caller Makes Ridiculous Claim Linking Autism To Childhood Vaccines
October 12, 2023 15:10 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBOn this episode a listener contacted us because she's angry over people assuming her autistic child developed the condition because of vaccines or food he ate?? We were shocked by the amount of parents admitting they haven't given permission for their kids to get any childhood vaccines!! Should they be mandatory?
Listeners Outraged Over 'Vile Man' Dumping Household Waste At The Side Of The Road
October 11, 2023 15:15 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBOn this episode we heard from a Finglas listener who's very angry over illegal dumping in her estate in Cloonlara. Is it time to install CCTV in areas where this is a problem? Are local councils at fault for not collecting large items ofd household waste?
"My Autistic Children Are Terrified Every Night Because of Fireworks"
October 10, 2023 15:30 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBOn this episode we debated whether or not it's time to legalise fireworks for sale in the Republic. Will controlling the sale of them make this time of year a bit safer...or is the terror caused by inappropriate use reason enough to keep them illegal.
Man Claims Women Are Having Babies to Get Bumped Up The Housing List
October 09, 2023 15:30 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBOn this episode we heard from Peter, who believes child related welfare (childrens allowance/lone parents allowance) should be restricted to two children - the help stop parents having 'welfare babies'!!!
Caller Slams Mums Who Have Many Kids For Different Fathers
October 07, 2023 10:43 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBOn this latest episode of Opinions Matter... All hell breaks loose on air when a self confessed "sexist pig" takes shots at women who have multiple children for multiple fathers, calling the situation "dysfunctional".... but he didn't stop there.
"I Survived Being DEAD FOR 42 MINUTES - Now I Could Lose Our Family Home"
October 06, 2023 13:20 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBOn this shocking special episode we speak to Kevin Shanahan. In 2020 he was 'dead for 42 minutes' after a massive cardiac arrest. Now 3 years later he gets no support from the state and is at risk of losing the family home in two weeks. He's appealing for your help.
War On Air As Woman Admits to Reporting 'Scamming Single Mum'
October 05, 2023 15:40 - 56 minutes - 51.3 MBOn this episode we discussed lone parent scammers...women who are claiming welfare, while living with the Father of their kids. Should they be reported??
Gay Man Who Went To Enoch Burke's School Makes Shocking Confession!
October 04, 2023 15:40 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MBOn this episode - with ex-teacher Enoch Burke back in jail, claiming he's there because he could not agree with or endorse transgenderism (which is not the reason he's in jail!!!) - we asked if you support his stance on the issue. One former pupil of the school described how he was bullied for being gay. He said he could only imagine how tough it must be for a transgender pupil have a teacher like Burke!
Mother Reveals Details Of Attempted Child Abduction At Bus Stop
October 03, 2023 15:20 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBFollowing FALSE social media speculation that a man, arrested at the Square in Tallaght, had tried to abduct a child...we asked where this fake abduction narrative is coming from? Are attempted child abductions on the increase?
"Snobby Woman" Has Mad Rant About Parents Putting Their Kids In Boxing
October 02, 2023 15:20 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBOn this episode we heard from a listener who's horrified that her young niece and nephew are in a boxing club. She believes its not a suitable sport for children.
Women Makes Vile Comments On Air About Women Who Propose
September 30, 2023 12:10 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBThis caller didn't hold back and was branded offensive and heartless when she came on air to talk about women who propose. She had women fuming with her attitude.
Woman Horrified Over What "Scanger B*tches" in Dublin playground were doing!!!
September 29, 2023 16:40 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBToday on the show we heard from a woman who is disgusted over she witnessed "scummy scanger b*these" (her words, not ours) doing in the Millenium Park in Blanch!! We asked if she was right to be so angry and horrified... and we were shocked by some of the callers we got!!
Callers Story About Embarrassing Bedroom Incident Leaves Adrian and Jeremy in Fits!
September 28, 2023 15:10 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBOn this episode we resurrected 'Get It Off Your Chest' again. This time we asked listeners to tell us their most embarrassing stories...the thing so mortifying you still cringe over it. This is an hilarous episode.
Listeners Brand Jeremy a 'Self Entitled, scrounging P***k"
September 27, 2023 14:55 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MBOn this episode we heard from Louise, whose 24 year old daughter (who works full-time) never hands up a penny to the household. Is this young adult wrong for not contributing, or are parents wrong to take money from their kids to live in the family home??
Caller Claims "Children Are Being Brainwashed About Sex in School"
September 26, 2023 15:40 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MBÒn this episode we heard from parents who are refusing to allow their kids attend sex education classes in school. They explained how they don't want their kids learning about gender identity, sexual orientation, pornography and contraception.
Finglas Resident Says He Can't Wait to Move Out of 'The Kip'
September 25, 2023 15:05 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBOn this episode a listener called Gary asked why people turn their noses up at houses for sale in Finglas for less than €250k? He accused people who'd sooner live in Cavan of being snobs.