Opinions Matter with Adrian & Jeremy
1,702 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days 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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Episodes
Mother of 2 Living in Hotel Says She's Suing The Government
June 15, 2023 15:28 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MBOn this episode we heard about a Mother of two who's been housed in a Dublin hotel for the last year. She's considering suing the state for the "inhumane conditions" they've to live in. Should everyone be entitled to a house??
**Disturbing Male Caller Threatens Katie Live On Air After She Accused Him Of Animal Abuse**
June 14, 2023 15:28 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBToday on the show we spoke about an incident in Swords where a woman named and shamed her neighbour on social media for animal cruelty... Katie let rip at a Dublin man live on air and accused him of being an animal abuser and not being fit to own animals after what he admitted... What happened next is disgusting, and completely inexcusable. Thankfully Katie is okay after the horrific even. Upset, but okay.
Man Slammed By Callers Over His Selfish Sexual Needs
June 13, 2023 15:50 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MB*** EXPLICIT CONTENT *** Kevin contacted us about his new relationship.. It's all going great apart from in the bedroom because she won't do the things he likes... One sexist pig on the show literally had listeners passing for the sick bucket!
Mother Of Ballyfermot Joyrider Demands Apology From Jeremy Over Comments
June 12, 2023 15:10 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBOn this episode we heard from a Mother of a 17 year old 'joyriding scumbag' who says it's not her fault the way her son has turned out...arguing that he wasn't 'dragged up'.
Gay Man Reveals Horrific Homophobic Attack After Pride Parade
June 09, 2023 15:10 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBWith threats being made by right wing groups to protest at Pride parade in Dublin, we asked where the hate is coming from. We also heard about a woman who complained about pride flags in the Pavillions Centre, Swords.
"Pervert" Caught Taking Creepy Photos in Dun Laoghaire
June 08, 2023 14:45 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBOn this episode we heard from a Mother who's teenage daughter is wearing 'skimpy clothing' - she's worried the 15 year old will attract 'the wrong attention'.
**Finglas Residents Reveal Disturbing Truth About Horror Going On In Their Estate**
June 07, 2023 15:10 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBToday on the show we heard from a woman who brought up something very disturbing and sinister that is going on in her estate in Finglas. We then heard from loads of other residents of the same estate who shared their stories, and it literally made the hair on the back of our necks stand. We also heard about a shocking incident involving young children who were out playing on the road at the time which literally left us with a knot in our stomachs.
**Woman Breaks Down On Air Over Philip Schofield Abuse Claims**
June 06, 2023 15:09 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBToday on the show a woman broke down over the Philip Schofield scandal... Another woman got into a very heated row with Katie live on air saying she wants Philip to apologise immediately for what he did, but some people were outraged by her demands!!!
Dublin Mum Fuming Over What Happened With Her Baby in Taxi
June 02, 2023 15:10 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBOn this episode we heard from Fiona who was charged €80 soilage by a Dublin Taxi driver, after her 1 year old puked in the back of the car.
Woman Causes War Saying People On Welfare Should Live "Below Par" Life
June 01, 2023 15:15 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBOn this episode we debated a message from Emma, who said the unemployed should be paid with 'monopoly money' that can only be used for necessities...and not for holidays, phones, cigarettes or designer labels.
*Explicit Content* "Men Who Want Women Shaved Are Sick and Perverted"
May 31, 2023 15:25 - 41 minutes - 38 MBOn this episode we heard from a listener who got the ick when her fella asked her to shave down below. She believes men who are into that "need their hard drives checked"!!
**Shock Over Dublin Business "Extreme" Decision**
May 30, 2023 15:15 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBOn this latest episode of Opinions Matter, we heard that a company in Swords is stopping school children coming in on work experience.. for "protection" reasons. The topic then took an unexpected turn when Stephen contacted you to say how a false accusation by a minor almost ruined his life ... wait till you hear his story!!
Right Wing Groups Demand Removal of Gay Pride Flag From GPO Roof!
May 29, 2023 16:30 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBOn this episode we heard how a right wing group have said the LGBT Pride flag should not be flown on the roof of the GPO in Dublin. However Gay people to the podcast how it's needed to highlight how they're still discriminated against.
"I've Pleaded with My 12 Yr. Old Not To Come Out as Gay To His Whole Class"
May 26, 2023 15:00 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBOn this episode we heard from 'Anne', a Mother whose 12 yr. old son is in primary school and is gay. She's concerned that he now wants to come out to his whole class. Is this the right thing for the kid to do?
Listeners Shocked As Couples Dirty Laundry Aired Live On Air
May 25, 2023 15:35 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MB**Warning - X Rated Content: On this episode we heard from 'Jack' who's partner says any man who pays for an OnlyFans Sub is cheating. The whole conversation went crazy when one caller said only insecure people would have a problem with this!!! Make sure you keep listening right to the end!
"Parents Who Can't Afford To Feed Their Kids Should Be Done for Neglect"
May 24, 2023 15:10 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MBOn this episode we discussed a Barnardo's report which showed that kids are being sent to school hungry, because their parents are so cash strapped. We asked is there any excuse in Ireland for kids being hungry and cold?
Santry Resident: "I'm Scared Stiff Over 300 Refugees Moving In Locally"
May 23, 2023 15:00 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBOn this episode we discussed an ongoing anti-refugee protest in Airways Industrial Estate in Santry. Locals are said to be scared of the prospect of 300 asylum seekers being moved in and are blocking access to the industrial unit.
"I Don't Wanna Raise My Kids in Coolock - It's Full of Little Criminals"
May 22, 2023 15:00 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MBOn this episode we heard from a Coolock Father who's annoyed that his wife wants the entire family to move down the country as their area is full of wannabe criminals.
Mother in Tears On Air Over Trans Son's Horrific Bullying
May 19, 2023 16:00 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBOn this episode we discussed bullying...and what can be done to stop it. We spoke to distraught parents and bullying victims in this heartbreaking edition.
"I'd Rather Stay On The Dole Than Work In Fast Food Restaurant" - Callers shock admission
May 18, 2023 15:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBWe are still speechless over the caller that appeared on today's podcast. We spoke to people who believe that working in fast food restaurants is a dead end job.. Then, Declan came on air with a shocking admission about why he refused a fast food job and what he did at the interview...
Parents Horrified Over "Disturbing Sexual Content" Being Taught To Their Kids
May 17, 2023 15:55 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBOn this episode we heard from parents horrified that 8-10 year olds are being taught about semen, wet dreams and erections in class. Is this too much info for pre-teens to be learning in school. Some claim it's part of an "AGENDA"??
Listeners FUMING Over Comments Made by Caller About ADHD Kids
May 16, 2023 14:55 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBOn this episode we heard a listeners concern that a relative has put her child on medication for ADHD. Some callers said it should be illegal to do this...while others, including an American Pastor, believe ADHD is either over prescribed, or doesn't exist at all!!
Dublin Hotel Worker Fired For Attenting Anti-Refugee Protest At Weekend
May 15, 2023 15:30 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBOn this latest episode of Opinions Matter, we hear from WIlly, A Dublin hotel worker who claims that he was fired from his job today because videos of him appearing at an anti-refugee protest, appeared online. Wait until you hear the reaction to this one...
Man Brands Pearse St. Refugee Protestors As Embarrassing Wasters
May 12, 2023 14:45 - 46 minutes - 42.1 MBOn this episode we discussed the violent protests at Sandwith St. in Dublin 2 against a makeshift asylum seeker encampment. Many branded the protesters far right scum, while others said they can understand the protests.
Man Phones In To Complain About Mother In Law.. Doesn't Realise Wife Is Listening!
May 11, 2023 15:30 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBOn this episode we heard from "Garreth", who's wife wants to move her Mother into their home. He's not at all happy because he doesn't like his Mother-in-Law - and says it'll destroy their marriage. Is he being selfish wanting her to be put into a nursing home???
**X-Rated: Tallaght Mum Makes Shocking Uncensored Revelation Live On Air**
May 10, 2023 14:12 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MB** WARNING: do NOT listen to this around children or if you are easily offended** This is something that has NEVER ever been talked about on radio or podcast - especially as sexually graphic as this!!! Today we spoke to a Tallght mum in a "no holes barred" (pardon the pun) interview about something that she started doing with her partner... She went into graphic detail about it and branded people who don't do it as "losers"!! You have been warned - this is completely uncensored!!
"Dads Are Not As Good Parenting as Mothers", Claims Single Mum
May 09, 2023 15:00 - 51 minutes - 47 MBOn this episode we heard from Darren, who's 11 year old daughter wants to come live with him. Should kids be allowed to decide which parent they live with?
Horror Over Ballymun Mums Admission About What She Does With Her 3 Children
May 08, 2023 15:40 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBOn the show today we heard from a woman who openly shamed her neighbours in Poppintree in Ballymun..she told us about what they do regularly and how it makes her sick to her stomach. There was then shock and a horror when another woman from Ballymun told us what she does with her 3 children every night. Katie branded it "shameful"
Woman Causes War On Air "There's No Excuses For Not Losing Pregnancy Weight"!!
May 05, 2023 14:20 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBOn this episode we heard from Mandy who lost all her pregancy weight within weeks of her 4th child being born. She said she can't understand women who 'let themselves go' after childbirth! Needless to say other women were VERY unhappy!!!
"My Son Was Called a White C**t, Before Gang Stabbed Him"
May 04, 2023 15:40 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBOn this episode we debated whether teenage gangs in Dublin are more violent now than ever - and if it's fair that gangs of black teens are being blamed disproportionately.
"Sulky Racers Are Being Unfairly Blamed for Horse Deaths"
May 03, 2023 15:20 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBOn this episode - a pony is dead after ramming into a parked car in Dublin's Cloverhill. It's alleged 3 young people, who were being pulled in a sulky trap, fled the scene. Is it time to ban horse and trap from Irish roads??
Man Accused Of Being "Sociopath" Live On Air After Shocking Admission
May 02, 2023 16:25 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this episode of Opinions Matter we heard from a woman in Finglas who says her neighbours are selling stolen goods from their house. We then heard from a man who said he would never get involved in anyone else's business... And the shocking admission that came next left everyone stunned!
Woman Report Man in Clondalkin Gym for "Perverted Behaviour"
April 28, 2023 16:22 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBOn this episode we heard from women complaining about men "perving on them" as they work out in the gym. One woman said she stopped going to the gym because "it's not a safe place for women".
Father Causes Uproar By Admitting He Lets His Child Vape!
April 27, 2023 16:15 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBOn this episode we discussed the amount of teens who are vaping, with many parents believing they could be doing worse! One parents called Gardai over a Dublin vape store selling to teens.
"I Don't Want Council Tenants Housed Next To My Lovely Home"!
April 26, 2023 16:10 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBOn this episode we heard from Sam who's pissed off that after spending €395k on his Balbriggan home - the estate is being destroyed by council tenants! Does integrated social housing work?
Brazen Pickpocket Thief Makes Shocking Confession On Air
April 25, 2023 14:30 - 39 minutes - 36 MBWe could not believe the stuff this self confessed pickpocket was coming out with live on air. And then when we didn't think Declan could stoop any lower, he revealed how young some of his victims are. This is a shocking insight into the mind of a petty criminal
Dublin Busker Claims He Was Pepper Sprayed by Gardai for Singing On The Street
April 24, 2023 16:25 - 42 minutes - 39 MBDuring a discussion about arming the Gardaí with Taser Guns, many callers claimed they can't be trusted to use them. Stay listening to the very end for a twist, from John who was allegedly pepper sprayed by the force!!!
Jeremy Accused of Sexism in Dublin Carpark!
April 21, 2023 15:50 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBOn this episode Jeremy told us how a woman told him to f**k off, when he offered to park her car, because she was struggling. Little did he know that she's a fan of Opinions Matter...and was listening to the show LIVE!
"I Put My 13 Year Old On The Pill...Mind Your Own Business"!
April 20, 2023 15:30 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBOn this episode we debated a message from Alan who said: "A Mother putting her teenage daughter on the pill is the most trampy thing you can do"! Needless to say there was war!!!
Father Shocks Listeners By Admitting What He Allows Teen Daughter Do!
April 19, 2023 15:10 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBOn this episode we heard from 24 yr. old Amy, who's annoyed her parents don't let her boyfriend stay over in her room! Are they old fashioned?
Coolock Mother Leaves Listeners Speechless Over Communion Day Spending for Daughter
April 18, 2023 15:15 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this episode we discussed the fact that, on average, parents are spending about €1,000 on the childs Communion day. We heard from some parents who are spending five times that amount!!!
Callers Furious Over Adrian's Treatment Of Anti-Vax Mother
April 17, 2023 15:40 - 1 hour - 58 MBOn this episode we heard from a couple who are arguing over whether or not to get their daughter the MMR vaccine. a very heated debate followed!!!
Horrific Attack On Female Delivery Driver In Killinarden Causes Shockwaves On Air
April 14, 2023 15:40 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBToday on the show we heard from a female delivery driver for a local takeaway who was attacked recently while delivering order to Killinarden. What was done to her BY KIDS left us feeling sick!!! We also heard from a Killinarden resident who is furious that the same takeaway refused to send a delivery driver out there last night when she was trying to order food. This led to some very heated rows, even between Adrian and Katie!!
**EXCLUSIVE** Opinions Matter Forced To End Abruptly After Horrific Interview
April 13, 2023 16:02 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBTrigger Warning: Upsetting Content Today on the show we spoke to a woman whose story left listeners in tears - her story is absolutely horrific. During the live broadcast the show was forced to end abruptly when things all got a bit too much. This is just heartbreaking
My OCD Is So Severe It Could Kill Me!
April 12, 2023 15:00 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBOn this special episode we talk to people who live with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder...a condition that many of us don't take seriously. We heard some very severe stories of how lives can be ruined by OCD.
Shock Over "Selfish B*stard" Outburst About Wife Who Won't Give Him Sex
April 11, 2023 16:30 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBToday we heard from a man who told us that he is sick of his wife not meeting his needs since she gave birth 11 months ago... We then heard from a man who told us about how he handled the situation when he was in it, and it disgusted everyone!!! He was branded a "misogynistic dinosaur"
Father Makes Disgusting Remarks About People Who Work in Supermarkets
April 07, 2023 14:00 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBOn this episode of Opinions Matter, 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. "My sons are too good for these menial jobs"!
"Dirty Mistress" Makes Shocking Admission About Married Man Live On Air
April 06, 2023 15:30 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBOn this explosive episode of Opinions Matter, we spoke to TWO women who have had affairs with married men.. One woman Clare, spoke brazenly on air about how she doesn't care that he is married and has 3 children... Then war erputed between Katie and a female caller!!!
Chilling Incident in Dublin 15 Leaves Locals Terrified
April 05, 2023 15:30 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBToday on the show we heard about a chilling incident that took place over the weekend between a gang of teens We then heard from a woman who lives there and when she told us what happened to her we were left speechless!! This is very disturbing
Woman Makes Disturbing Claim About One Night Stand She Had
April 04, 2023 15:15 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBOn this episode we heard from a Mother who advises her sons not to have sex with women who've had a drink. The topic took a sinister turn when one woman revealed the details of a one night stand she had.