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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has ruled out holding a presidential vote in the spring. He has urged his countrymen to avoid political divides, saying they must concentrate all resources on fighting Russia. Donnacha Ó Beacháin is a Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government, DCU spoke to Sean about what happens to Elections during a war period.

Psychoactive mushrooms developed a reputation for wild psychedelia from the 60’s onwards. David Nutt, Professor in the Faculty of Medicine at Imperial College in London and Author of 'Psychedelics: The Revolutionary Drugs that Could Change Your Life — A Guide from the Expert' has spent years researching their potential for alleviating mental illness. He spoke to Sean.   

This week, Open AI held a developer day where they announced the expansion of ChatGPT which means that people can now create their own customised versions of Chat GPT. Elaine Burke, presenter of the For Tech Sake podcast spoke to Sean about the future of ChatGPT.

New CSO figures have revealed that the average age of first time mothers is 33.3 years of age. Medicine still defines a geriatric pregnancy as 35. Fiona Looney, Columnist with the Irish Daily Mail  spoke to Sean about being defined as a geriatric mother.

Led Zepplin IV is known not just for 'Stairway to Heaven' but also for its anonymous thatcher depicted on the album cover. The mystery as to who this thatcher was appears to have been solved. Brian Edwards, a historian with the University of the West of England spoke to Sean.

This month marks the anniversary of an extraordinary land speed record taking place on the famous Carrigrohane Straight in Cork, all the way back in 1930. In November 1930, Joseph Wright rode a motorcycle at 150.7mph down a stretch of the Carrigrohane Straight, just outside Cork.  It’s a record that’s still published in the official FIM register.  Racer, Mel Nolan, set the still standing...

Surely one of the greatest honours a chef can attain is to be selected as the Head Chef of the White House. Well, this is exactly what happened to Kerry woman Kathy Buckley, going on to serve under a number of presidents during the 1920s, including Calvin Coolidge and Herbert Hoover. Seán spoke to Vincent Carmody whose new book 'Kathy White House' chronicles Kathy's story.

If you have an older home, your efforts to preserve it might be doing more harm than good. From using the wrong paint to matching up the wrong stones, the incorrect materials used in an older home for modern living can have disastrous results.  Stonemason Frank McCormack from Irish Natural Stone shared his top tips for maintenance with Seán.

As the one year anniversary of the recent tipping legislation approaches, some questions are starting to arise about how practical it really is. Adrian Cummins, CEO of the Restaurant Association of Ireland, joined Seán to explain how it works and the kind of issues cropping up as a result of it.

Women in the West and North West of Ireland have the highest life expectancy in the country.  Figures from Eurostat show women in the region have a life expectancy of 84.9 on average, while men have a life expectancy of 80.4, marginally lower than the Eastern and Midlands region.  What are the factors that contribute to this? Maire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh is a Medical Doctor and West of Ire...

Anyone born after 1 January 2009 would never be able to buy cigarettes according to legislation under way in the United Kingdom. The proposal even includes e-cigarettes. Newstalk reporter Henry McKean joined Seán to ask: is Ireland going to follow suit?

When you're rocking your vintage 1950s fishtail trousers or your 'tradwife' floral dress are you thinking about the political statement you are projecting to the world?  Many in the vintage community are fearful that certain groups will use garments from a certain era as weapons to further an agenda or viewpoint and have tried to combat this by using the hashtag banner of 'Vintage Style, Not...

You may think of cats as unemotive, vacant creatures but new research from Lyon College in Arkansas has found that feline’s can have up to 300 facial expressions.  Senior author of the study Brittany Florkiewicz joined Seán to tell us more.

Tourism in Albania has skyrocketed, with people in search of beautiful Mediterranean coastlines and beaches but without the price tags of traditional resorts in Italy or France. Writer and comedian Peter Flanagan told Seán all about his trip to Albania a few weeks ago.

Ireland's remaining historical houses are a highly valuable cultural resource. What kind of stories do these homes tell, and what are they used for now? Justin Greene, owner of Ballyvolane House and a Board Member of Historic Houses of Ireland and joined Seán to discuss the historical value of the houses dotted across Ireland.

Trinity College Dublin Students’ Union (TCDSU) has called for a “formal and insightful investigation” into the college’s participation in university rankings systems as part of the Union of Students Ireland's call to leave the rankings system if a university wishes to do so. In an email sent to Provost Linda Doyle, TCDSU President László Molnárfi said university rankings prompt unnecessary academi...

The way we view Viagra has transformed over the past few years. What was once seen as a taboo drug taken only by older men, Viagra has become increasingly normalised, and sexual health experts encourage open conversation around its use. Dr Caroline West joined Seán to discuss Viagra and its evolving place in Irish society.

It is the first Friday of the month and many of you might have a dinner reservation. Menus are constantly changing and some people are not happy with the changing descriptions of simple food. Newstalk reporter, Josh Crosbie, has been speaking to those creating dishes and those who enjoy eating out.

Apple has faced a major legal setback in the UK. The tech giant was unsuccessful in having a lawsuit blocked that claims Apple used software to reduce iPhones Battery capacity. Joining Tom Dunne to give us the background on this case and the controversy Apple has faced over its batteries, Was Newstalks, Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly.

When you imagine the Swiss Alps, an image that likely comes to mind is the bucolic picture of dairy herds carrying the iconic sounds of a cowbell. But now the tinkling of these bells is causing an uproar as residents of a particular town have called for them to be restricted due to noise pollution. Imogen Foulkes, a BBC journalist based in Geneva, joined Tom Dunne to tell us all about it

A new display at Kilmainham Gaol, Museum marks 100 years since the last prisoners were held in the Goal. The final leaders held between October of 1923 and January 1924 were some of the most influential leaders of the anti-treaty republican movement including including Ernie O’Malley, Austin Stack and Peadar O’Donnell. Future Taoiseach and President of Ireland Éamon de Valera was also held in the...

New research by Auto Trader has found that average cars from the early noughties have shot up in value. The price increase can come down to fewer of these vehicles on the roads but it also seems people are back buying these cars for nostalgia. Newstalk reporter, Josh Crosbie, has been looking into the whole area of classic, retro and vintage collectables.

You might have heard the phrase “free the nipple”, and maybe you noticed a recent fashion trend where women are choosing to go braless. But Kim Kardashian – never one to miss a business opportunity – has launched 'the nipple bra' which does exactly what it says on the tin. Laura Mullett is a fashion expert and journalist  and she explained the trend, and reviews this new product from SKI...

Earlier this week, a Labour MP in the UK was suspended after he used a particular phrase that is igniting controversy: "From the River to the Sea". It's been heard at protest marches but also during political discourse as the Israel/Hamas War continues. But its history and meaning has been exploited on a number of sides. Scott Lucas, Professor of International Politics at the UCD Clinton Institute...

A pensioner who has effectively walked around the world twice is now chasing a new goal, a Guinness World Record.   Vinod Bajaj, 73, is hoping to beat the record with his total walking distance of 80,204km, which he completed by hiking near his home in Limerick every day for seven years...