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Hidden Histories: The War on Pop
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - September 03, 2023 11:55 - 11 minutesDamian Corless takes us back to a time where pop music was finding it difficult to penetrate through a wall of conservatism and traditionalism. Confronting social movements, matters of equality, and shaking up conservatist thinking, Damian talks us through the State’s ill-fated war on pop music....
Drug Possession Debate: Should it be legal?
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - September 03, 2023 11:30 - 14 minutesThe Citizens’ Assembly on Drugs Use and Electric Picnic are both happening this weekend, so we discuss the arguments for legalising drug possession as well as the current state of our drug support services across the country. Dr Ian Marder, School of Law and Criminology and Dr Jo-Hanna Ivers, As...
‘Concussed’ with Sam Peters
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - September 03, 2023 11:30 - 10 minutesAhead of what is going to be a tense and tightly fought Rugby World Cup, journalist and author, Sam Peters joins Emmet to talk about his new book ‘Concussed’. By recounting the untold story of the most influential sports campaign in British newspaper history, which turned concussion in professio...
Is road safety improving in our country?
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - September 03, 2023 11:30 - 11 minutesThe Taoiseach is urging stricter enforcement of road safety laws following the tragic deaths of 126 people this year. This is an alarming increase on the 102 fatalities last year, compared to 87 deaths in 2019. Emmet is joined by Sarah O'Connor, Director of Partnerships and External Affairs at t...
On the Record Newspaper Panel September 3rd
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - September 03, 2023 11:00 - 43 minutesJoining Emmet Oliver On The Record to take a look at the biggest stories in the papers today is Hugh O'Connell, Deputy Political Editor with the Irish and Sunday Independent and Aileen Hickie, barrister and CEO of Parentline.
Hidden Histories: Sean O'Casey and Alfred Hitchcock’s forgotten Irish Film
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 27, 2023 14:30 - 11 minutesThe Druid Theatre Company is touring the country to perform the iconic Dublin Trilogy of plays by Sean O'Casey. The writer lived and worked in Ireland during a period of immense change. During his life, he was both loved and loathed. Not known to many, the famous filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock pro...
'There are still quite a few children in the country who aren’t finding their way into our sport' - How is athletics progressing in Ireland?
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 27, 2023 14:00 - 12 minutesThe World Athletics Championship comes to an end in Budapest. Team Ireland has shown promise, most noticeably with Rhasidat Adeleke missing out on a podium position. How has Irish athletics grown over the years? What needs to be done to expand the sport into our communities? Joining Gavan to d...
"They really should consider this route" The appeal of apprenticeships
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 27, 2023 13:20 - 16 minutesWith students up and down the country receiving their Leaving Cert results, many will be heading to university, but should students consider an apprenticeship? Joining Gavan to discuss the positives of apprenticeships was Dr Mary-Liz Trant, Director of the National Apprenticeship Office, and Tad...
Recapping the First Republican Primary Debate
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 27, 2023 13:20 - 6 minutesThis week, Donald Trump’s mugshot was released following his surrender in the state of Georgia, catching the attention of all in the process. But many will be surprised to hear that the first Republican Presidential Candidate Debate also took place this week, although without Mr Trump attending...
International Rugby: Ireland win against Samoa
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 27, 2023 13:20 - 5 minutesIn preparation for the start of the 2023 Rugby World Cup, Ireland achieved a 17-13 victory against a strong Samoan side. Joining Gavan to reflect on a worrying Irish performance was former rugby international, Shane Byrne.
On the Record Newspaper Panel August 27th
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 27, 2023 12:20 - 41 minutesJoining Gavan On the Record to discuss the leading stories from the Sunday Papers was Valerie Cox, and Declan Power.
On the Record Newspaper Panel August 20th
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 20, 2023 13:20 - 42 minutesJoining Gavan On the Record to discuss the top stories from the Sunday papers is Breda Brown, Co-Founder / Communications Director of Unique Media and Chair of the Irish Writers Centre as well as Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at DCU.
Do we have an adequate supply of hotel beds in Ireland?
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 20, 2023 13:10 - 9 minutesAccording to a recent report authored by economist, Jim Power, an additional 11,500 tourist beds will be needed in Ireland by 2032 to meet demand. Joining Gavan to discuss is Jim Power, as well as Noel Cunningham, Ambassador to Harvey's Point in Donegal.
Is our education system fit for purpose?
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 20, 2023 12:50 - 23 minutesJoining Gavan On the Record to discuss the current state of our second-level and primary-level school and examination systems is Aodhán O’Riordan, TD for Dublin Bay North and Labour Spokesperson on Education & Justice; Jack McGinn, Student going into 6th year and former officer with the Irish Sec...
Hidden Histories: The Disappearing Masterpiece
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 20, 2023 12:40 - 12 minutesIf you were asked to think of the Louvre in Paris and to think of a piece of artwork inside it, what would you think of? Most likely the Mona Lisa - the most renowned artwork in the world. But what you might not realise is that the Mona Lisa’s fame is derived in part from the fact that it was s...
Hidden Histories: Berlin Wall in Ireland
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 13, 2023 11:25 - 11 minutesDonal Fallon is back with Gavan to talk about the anniversary of the Berlin Wall being built. In its infancy, it was a much cruder structure than the one which came to be one of the most photographed - if not the most photographed - national border in the world. Today, parts of the Berlin wall c...
The financial side of the Premier League
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 13, 2023 11:20 - 11 minutesFootball finance expert Kieran Maguire joins Gavan to discuss the money behind the league. From branding, to transfer deals and addiction issues, this makes for a very interesting conversation.
Luke Kelly Festival Sunday 13th August
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 13, 2023 11:18 - 10 minutesThe Lord Mayor of Dublin joins Gavan to discuss the Luke Kelly Festival. This festival is a celebration of the Dublin music legend through an engaging and entertaining mix of live music performances, interesting discussion sessions and family-friendly arts & crafts.
Is the private rental sector growing or shrinking?
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 13, 2023 11:15 - 11 minutesEoin O’Broin, Sinn Fein T.D. for Dub Mid-West & Spokesperson on Housing, Local Government & Heritage joins Gavan to discuss abolishing by-elections and the state of the private rental market.
On the Record Newspaper Panel August 13th
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 13, 2023 11:00 - 46 minutesJoining Gavan to discuss the top stories hitting the headlines today is John Cunningham, Relationship Director with Morgan McKinley & Chairman and Country Director for Lysis Group and Joan Mulvihill, Digitalisation Lead at Siemens.
Dublin Airport’s noise controversy
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 06, 2023 11:55 - 12 minutesDublin Airport is facing a heated dispute over night-time flights on its new north runway. Residents have been complaining about noise disturbances, leading to potential breaches of planning conditions. Balancing convenience and community welfare becomes crucial as the airport seeks a resolution....
Politics on the screen with Brian Lloyd
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 06, 2023 11:55 - 13 minutesIn a world molded by political intrigue and power dynamics, the realms of television and cinema often serve as captivating mirrors, reflecting a broad spectrum of political narratives. From cutting, icy wit to elaborate Machiavellian plots, both the small and big screens offer a diverse array of ...
Hidden Histories: The Anniversary of Hiroshima
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 06, 2023 11:55 - 9 minutesDonal Fallon, presenter of the Three Castles Burning podcast joins Mandy on the anniversary of Hiroshima in 1945. It is a defining moment in human history which is currently being told on screen in Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer. Fallon discusses the impact it had on Ireland and the rest of the ...
Trump and the future of democracy
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 06, 2023 11:30 - 11 minutesWe are entering unchartered territory in the American judicial and political system- that’s according to Paul Brandus of West Wing Reports, who joins Mandy to discuss what could be the trial of the century.
On the Record Newspaper Panel August 6th
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - August 06, 2023 11:00 - 46 minutesHugh O Connell, Deputy Political Editor with the Irish and Sunday Independent and Aileen Hickey Barrister and CEO of Parentline join Mandy Johnston for the top stories hitting the headlines this morning.
"There's still a lot that they want to prove to themselves and to everyone else"
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - July 30, 2023 12:28 - 8 minutesThe Republic of Ireland play their final game of the FIFA Women's World Cup tomorrow against Nigeria. To get a sense of the feeling on the ground in Brisbane following their defeat to Canada earlier in the week, Gavan is joined On the Record by Kathleen McNamee from Off the Ball.
Is there a solution to the ticket pricing issue facing live music fans?
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - July 30, 2023 12:15 - 11 minutesJoining Gavan On the Record is Stuart Clark, Deputy Editor of Hot Press & Frankie Mulqueen, Head of Government Affairs for Viagogo. Together they discuss the ongoing issues facing Irish music fans who find themselves priced-out of some of the biggest upcoming live shows taking in the months ahead.
Remembering Sinéad O'Connor with Sophie B. Hawkins & Noo Saro-Wiwa
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - July 30, 2023 11:45 - 8 minutesJoining Gavan On the Record to remember the strength, spirit, and kindness of Sinéad O'Connor is 90’s pop-singer Sophie B. Hawkins who performed with Sinead at the Bob Dylan 30th anniversary concert in New York’s Madison Square Garden in 1992 as well as Ken Saro-Wiwa's daughter, Noo, who read a p...
Hidden Histories: The Foggy Dew
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - July 30, 2023 11:35 - 7 minutesDiverging from the usual Hidden Histories this week we explore one of Sinead O’Connor’s most defining recordings, her take on 'The Foggy Dew', which was recorded with The Chieftains for their 1995 'The Long Black Veil'. For The Chieftains, whose commercial success in America was central to the ...
On the Record Newspaper Panel July 30th
On The Record with Gavan Reilly Highlights - July 30, 2023 11:25 - 45 minutesJoining Gavan Reilly On the Record to run through the top stories hitting the Sunday papers is Breda Brown, Co-Founder/Communications Director at Unique Media, and Chair of the Irish Writers Centre & Claire Ronan, Presenter of 'Up and Running' on Ocean FM.
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