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The best tips for barbecuing over the weekend!
May 10, 2024 06:45 - 6 minutes - 5.8 MBIts barbecue weather! Today is expected to be the hottest day of the year with temperatures of up to 22 degrees forecasted So, what are the best recipes to make the most of the sunshine? Louise Lennox, Chef & Children’s Fussy Eating Expert give us some great recipes.
Are you experiencing higher insurance premium costs?
May 10, 2024 06:30 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MBOne in three Irish adults believe the personal injuries claims process is unfair because of the number of fraudulent claims and excessive compensation amounts. That’s according to a new public opinion poll carried out for the Injuries Resolution Board. We get reaction to these findings with Brian Hanley, CEO of Alliance for Insurance Reform.
What needs to be done to combat tent cities across Dublin?
May 10, 2024 06:00 - 5 minutes - 5.14 MBTents have now sprung up in Ringsend and East Wall hours after asylum-seekers were moved from Grand Canal yesterday. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Eugene Quinn, National Director of the Jesuit Refugee Service, Ireland.
The impact your diet is having on climate change
May 09, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 4.32 MBPeople do not yet understand how what they choose to eat affects climate change that’s according to a new report out today from the ESRI. We get reaction to these findings with Professor of Environmental Policy at University College Dublin & Member of the Climate Advisory Council, Cara Augustenborg.
Could woodlouse have a role in conservation?
May 09, 2024 07:40 - 4 minutes - 3.8 MBRecord-breaking woodlice have scientists rethinking their role in conservation. We get more on this with Eanna Ní Lamhna , Wildlife expert and author of Children's book “Wonders Of The Wild”.
Why the majority of Irish nurses and midwives are concerned about patient safety in their workplaces
May 09, 2024 07:30 - 7 minutes - 6.92 MBNurses and midwives are concerned patient safety is being negatively impacted by staffing shortfalls, according to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation’s Work and Wellbeing Survey. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Tony Fitzpatrick, Director of Professional Services with the INMO.
Should the Palestine flag be flown at Leinster House on Nakba day?
May 09, 2024 07:00 - 7 minutes - 6.9 MBPeople Before Profit MEP candidate Bríd Smith TD has written to Ceann Comhairle requesting the Palestine flag be flown at Leinster House on Nakba Day next Wednesday. It comes after a number of other EU member states are considering 21 May as the date on which they will jointly recognise the State of Palestine. To discuss Shane was joined on the show by Brid and also Oliver Sears, Founder of Holocaust Awareness Ireland.
An Operation to remove tents from Grand Canal is under way this morning
May 09, 2024 07:00 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBAn Operation to remove tents from Grand Canal is under way this morning. Our reporter Stephanie Rohan was at the scene and also talking to Newstalk Breakfast was Barry Ward, Fine Gael Senator and Co-chair of the Oireachtas Justice Committee and Michael McNamara, Independent TD for Clare.
Should we give the vote to 16 and 17 year-olds?
May 09, 2024 06:30 - 5 minutes - 4.8 MBLowering the voting age to 16 is a “discussion worth having”, Education Minister Norma Foley has said. We discuss with Cailum Hedderman, Social Activist.
Faulty septic tanks pose a risk to human health
May 09, 2024 06:00 - 4 minutes - 4.19 MBSome 45% of septic tanks failed inspections last year. The EPA is warning that failure to fix faulty septic tanks is a risk to human health and the environment. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Noel Byrne, Programme Manager in the Waste Water Enforcement area of the EPA’s Office of Environmental Enforcement.
Do we give children too much money for making their communion?
May 08, 2024 08:00 - 6 minutes - 5.82 MB25% of children in 2023 raked in more than €800 for their Holy Communion. Is it right to give children so much money? We discussed with Rachel O’ Dwyer, writer and a lecturer in Digital Cultures in the National College of Art and Design, Dublin.
Stormy Daniels testimony in the Donald Trump Hush Money Trial
May 08, 2024 07:45 - 2 minutes - 2.38 MBAdult Film Star Stormy Daniels took to the stand in Donald Trump’s Hush Money Trial. Harriet Alexander, US Based Journalist gave us the details
Hate crimes and hate related incidents are rising
May 08, 2024 07:30 - 5 minutes - 4.64 MBThere has been a 12% increase in the number of hate crimes and hate related incidents reported to An Garda Síochána in 2023 in comparison to 2022 With the most prevalent discriminatory motive being anti-race. We speak to Dr Ebun Joseph, Founder of the Institute of Antiracism and of Black Studies in Dublin.
10% increase in dissatisfaction with the direction of the European Union
May 08, 2024 07:00 - 8 minutes - 7.96 MBJust 48% of people in Ireland believe the EU is moving in the right direction. That’s according to new research published this morning, which also found an overwhelming majority of people both North and South believe Ireland should remain a member of the European Union. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Ray Bassett, Former Senior Irish Diplomat and Fergus Finlay, Irish Examiner Columnist.
The findings of three reports examining governance, human resources and finances at RTÉ
May 08, 2024 07:00 - 8 minutes - 7.38 MBPayments made to former RTÉ presenter Ryan Tubridy had “no valid basis” to be paid through barter accounts. That’s one of the findings of three reports examining governance, human resources and finances at RTÉ, which have now been published after being considered by the Cabinet. Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent, ran us through the key details. We also got reaction from Terry Prone, Chairman of the Communications Clinic.
Henry McKean reports from Malmo as Bambie Thug has brought Ireland to the finals
May 08, 2024 06:45 - 6 minutes - 6.04 MBHenry McKean joins us live from the Eurovision in Malmo where Bambie Thug has brought Ireland to the finals!
The UN urge Israel to stop escalation as tanks enter Rafah
May 08, 2024 06:30 - 5 minutes - 4.63 MBUN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres has called on Israel to stop escalation of tanks into Rafah saying a full invasion would be a ‘humanitarian nightmare’ Alistair Bunkall, Sky Middle East News Correspondent gave us an update.
Sinn Fein has a plan to deliver homes at prices under €300,000
May 08, 2024 06:00 - 6 minutes - 5.77 MBSinn Fein claim they are the only party that has a plan to deliver homes that workers and families can afford. Today they are tabling a motion that plans to deliver homes at prices under €300,000 in their Affordable Housing Schemes. Speaking to Shane this morning was Sinn Fein Housing Spokesperson, Deputy Eoin O’Broin.
We get the latest from Eurovision in Malmo
May 07, 2024 07:45 - 3 minutes - 3.62 MBBambie Thug is set to grace the stage of the Eurovision main stage in Malmo this evening. Joining us to get a preview of tonight’s performance is Frank Dermody, President Eurovision Fan Club.
New taskforce to be established to rejuvenate Dublin City Centre
May 07, 2024 07:45 - 4 minutes - 3.78 MBThe Cabinet is expected to approve the establishment of a new taskforce charged with rejuvenating Dublin City centre when it meets at Government Buildings. What changes will this taskforce hope to bring? We speak to Richard Guiney, CEO of Dublin Town.
More new accommodation for asylum seekers as tents pitched on Dublin’s Grand Canal
May 07, 2024 07:30 - 5 minutes - 5.46 MBMore accommodation is expected to become available this week to assist asylum seekers who currently do not have a place to stay. This comes as about 70 tents have been pitched along the Grand Canal bank in Dublin, not far from the International Protection Office. Speaking to Shane this morning was Peadar Toibín, Aontú leader.
Israeli officials say No ceasefire deal reached in Gaza
May 07, 2024 07:00 - 10 minutes - 9.26 MBAn Israeli official has said no ceasefire had been agreed in Gaza after Hamas announced that it had accepted a ceasefire proposal from Egypt and Qatar. Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Alistair Bunkall, Sky Middle East News Correspondent and Dr Jilan Abdalmajid, Palestinian Ambassador to Ireland.
Why Irish people are starting to buy into conspiracy theories?
May 07, 2024 07:00 - 5 minutes - 4.7 MBA significant minority of Irish people say they believe in conspiracy theories about a secret world government and scientists deceiving the public. So found new research carried out for the Electoral Commission. Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland spoke to Newstalk Breakfast to discuss further.
Have we forgotten the importance of the ‘Irish Hello’?
May 07, 2024 06:45 - 6 minutes - 6.32 MB‘If we don't want loneliness to grow in society, we all have to take the chance of saying hello and being blanked and perhaps it has to be the older generation who needs to show the way and model behaviour.’ So says Writer, Nuala Woulfe who’s determined to keep the ‘Irish Hello’ and Nuala joined Ciara on the show.
Could we see a reduction in the licence fee?
May 07, 2024 06:30 - 4 minutes - 4.29 MBThree reports offering recommendations for changes at RTE are set to be published this week and brought before cabinet. One of those recommendations is a “hybrid model” which will see RTE funded by a reduced and reformed licence fee with a top-up from an exchequer-funded media fund. We get reaction from Larry Bass, CEO of ShinAwiL.
Gardaí conducting a murder investigation into a shooting in Drimnagh
May 07, 2024 06:00 - 5 minutes - 5.47 MBGardaí conducting a murder investigation into a shooting in Drimnagh have arrested three men and seized a number of vehicles. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Irish Times Crime & Security Editor, Conor Lally.
Free pints to Leinster fans in one pub with one catch!
May 03, 2024 08:00 - 2 minutes - 2.53 MBA pub in Phibsborough has offered free pints to Leinster fans tomorrow, with one caveat only if they arrive with a Brown Thomas bag. Chris Raymond, Head of Marketing for Body Tonic, which owns The Back Page Pub told us about their offer.
Many secondary schools were forced to rely on parental contributions
May 03, 2024 07:40 - 5 minutes - 4.71 MBMany secondary schools were forced to rely on parental contributions and charges to avoid running deficits last year that's according to an analysis of schools’ end-of-year accounts. The Joint managerial board has called this reliance degrading” for schools and families. We get reaction from Paul Crone, Director of The National Association of Principals and Deputies.
How bad is Ireland’s litter problem?
May 03, 2024 07:00 - 5 minutes - 5.3 MBIreland has a ‘disposable attitude to waste’ so says Claire Byrne, Green Party Councillor for Dublin Southeast Inner City who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
15 homeless asylum seekers pitched tents in park in Dublin 4
May 03, 2024 07:00 - 8 minutes - 7.68 MBGardaí attended a private park in Dublin 4 on Thursday night as up to 15 homeless asylum seekers pitched tents for the night. Kitty Holland, Social Affairs Correspondent of The Irish Times has the story and brought us up to speed. Also with more on this we heard from Eugene Quinn, National Director of the Jesuit Refugee Service Ireland is on the call, Eugene what needs to be done?
The impact of sleepwalking
May 03, 2024 06:45 - 4 minutes - 4.55 MBA number of studies have shown more people are experiencing sleep disorders in recent years. Some academics put it down to stress, others believe an increase in anxiety among children is disrupting their sleep. We sent our reporter, Josh Crosbie, to examine the impact of sleepwalking.
An appeal to be safe in and near water this weekend
May 03, 2024 06:30 - 5 minutes - 5.05 MBWater Safety Ireland, the Irish Coast Guard and the RNLI are jointly appealing to people to be safe when planning an activity on or near the water this bank holiday weekend. Shane spoke to Roger Sweeney, Deputy CEO of Water Safety Ireland.
Count underway following UK local elections
May 03, 2024 06:00 - 4 minutes - 4.26 MBSo far, the results have proven to be disappointing for the Conservatives in the local elections across the UK. Speaking to Ciara with more on this was Former Political Editor of the Times of London, Phillip Webster.
Is it time to allow Rugby fans to drink alcohol in Croke Park?
May 02, 2024 07:30 - 6 minutes - 6.32 MBIs it time to allow Rugby fans to drink alcohol in Croke Park? We discussed with Audience Editor of the Independent Danny Ruddock.
Should Ireland boycott the Eurovision?
May 02, 2024 07:30 - 7 minutes - 7.05 MBProtesters, Singers, musicians, artists and activists from the Irish Boycott Eurovision 2024 Coalition will gather outside RTÉ studios today to call for Ireland to boycott the Eurovision. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Zoe Lawlor, Chairperson of the Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign and member of the Irish Boycott the Eurovision 2024 Coalition and also Keith Mills, Current Affairs Commentator and a Lifelong Eurovision Fan.
The Road Safety Authority launches new campaign 'Time To Talk'
May 02, 2024 07:00 - 8 minutes - 7.82 MBThe Road Safety Authority is appealing to road users to consider the devastating consequences of dangerous driving habits in its new campaign “Time to Talk”. To explain the new campaign was Minister of State with Special Responsibilities for Road Safety, Jack Chambers.
Why is the word ‘slut’ being reclaimed?
May 02, 2024 07:00 - 6 minutes - 5.72 MBJournalist, Beth Ashely says that women should reclaiming the word ‘slut’ and she explained why to Shane this morning on the show.
Planning concerns around offshore wind projects
May 02, 2024 06:45 - 5 minutes - 5.21 MBThe government needs concrete plans for the development of floating wind energy in Ireland’s deeper waters .That’s the call from Wind Energy Ireland ahead of a two-day offshore conference beginning this morning and their CEO Noel Cunniffe spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
No Irish stock market-listed company has a female CEO for the first time since 1999
May 02, 2024 06:30 - 5 minutes - 4.81 MBFor the first time since 1999, No Irish stock market-listed company has a female CEO. Mary McAuliffe Director of the Gender Studies Programme at UCD joined Ciara this morning with her reaction.
A crucial election for the Rishi Sunak’s government
May 02, 2024 06:00 - 5 minutes - 5.27 MBVoters across England and Wales are set to go to the polls today, in what will be the largest test of electoral opinion before the next general election. Speaking to Shane with more on this was Lauren McEvatt, Former UK Government Special Advisor.
Its 'No Mow May'
May 01, 2024 08:00 - 5 minutes - 5.26 MBToday marks the beginning of ‘No Mow May’, a national effort to make space for nature in gardens across the country. We speak to Monica Alvarez is a judge on RTÉ’s Dulux Supergarden.
Retailers should be forced to warn shoppers about shrinkflation on shelves
May 01, 2024 07:45 - 4 minutes - 3.85 MBRetailers should be forced to warn shoppers about shrinkflation on shelves, says Consumers’ Association of Ireland. We get more on this with Charlie Weston, Personal Finances Editor with the Independent.
Energy related emissions decrease
May 01, 2024 07:30 - 4 minutes - 4.14 MBThere was a record 7% decrease in energy-related emissions in 2023 that’s according to new data from the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland. We get the details from Margie McCarthy their Director of Research and Policy insights.
Should the EU Migration Pact be put to the people in a referendum?
May 01, 2024 07:00 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBThe new EU migration pact should be put to the people in a referendum. That’s the call in a new motion from the rural Independents group up for discussion in the Dáil today. To discuss further we heard from Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae and also People Before Profit TD Brid Smith.
Should politicians be criminalised for lying?
May 01, 2024 07:00 - 7 minutes - 6.55 MBThe Welsh Parliament is hoping to become the first country in the world to make lying by politicians a criminal offence. Leading this change is Adam Price, Member of the Senedd and Adam spoke to Ciara this morning.
Why do we struggle to complain about things?
May 01, 2024 06:45 - 4 minutes - 4.47 MBAn Irish man took to Reddit to share his recent experiences of complaining about poor service and encouraging others to do the same even if it’s “not the Irish thing to do”. We asked Dr Richard Hogan, Family Psychotherapist and author is it an Irish thing not to complain?
Why are household sizes in Ireland larger than European countries?
May 01, 2024 06:30 - 3 minutes - 2.99 MBHigher housing supply will reduce the pressure on household sizes that's according to a new report from the ESRI. Conor O’Toole, Associate Research Professor at the Economic and Social Research Institute brought us the details.
Should planned price hikes on petrol and diesel be scrapped
May 01, 2024 06:00 - 7 minutes - 7.04 MBSinn Fein are calling for the government to scrap planned price hikes on fuel. Speaking to Ciara on the show this morning to discuss was Deputy Leader of Sinn Fein & Party Spokesperson on Finance Pearse Doherty.
Public warned to be vigilant of seagulls!
April 30, 2024 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.5 MBThe public and businesses have been warned to be vigilant of seagulls as the birds’ nesting season approaches. We get more details from Colm Moore Area Technical Manager for Rentokil.
Plans to scrap the triple lock will begin today
April 30, 2024 07:30 - 7 minutes - 7.25 MBPlans to scrap Ireland’s long standing “triple lock” will begin today. Tanaiste and Defence Minister, Michael Martin, is looking to draft a bill which changes how Defence Forces are sent on peacekeeping missions overseas. Speaking to Shane this morning was Mark Price Co-Chair of the Irish Anti War Movement and Co-founder member of the Irish Neutrality League.