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It's National Lazy Day, but before you dismiss it as an excuse to stay on the sofa, some experts say there's real value in doing less. They argue that "strategic laziness" can boost creativity, improve productivity and help prevent burnout. Joining guest host Fionuala Jones is Malie Coyne, Chartered Clinical Psychologist and author, to explain why.

Wild camping has seemingly grown in popularity here, but what exactly makes it "wild", and how do you go about it in Ireland? Adventurer Derek Cullen joins guest host Fionnuala Jones to discuss!

You may not ever admit it, but research shows that most parents have a favourite child. In one study in the UK, up to 74% of mothers and 70% of fathers have been shown to give preferential treatment towards one child over another. It raises the question: is it ever okay to admit you have a favourite child? Joining guest host Fionnuala Jones for more on this is Freelance Journalist and Parenting Co...

We’re looking back on the weekend and looking forward to the week ahead through the lens of these four questions: What delighted you over the weekend? What annoyed you over the weekend? What did you learn over the weekend? What are you looking forward to this week? Joining guest host Fionnuala Jones to discuss is Maia Dunphy and Donal O'Donoghue!

New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham received criticism for going on holidays 2 weeks after he took the job, but Eoin O’Malley, Associate Professor in Politics at DCU, argues that politicians should be able to take holidays. He joins guest host Fionnuala Jones to discuss.

A tiny topless streaker has returned to a model village after a public backlash, but why did this miniature figure spark such debate? Joining Seán to explain is Zoe Stroud, Marketing Executive for Godshill Model Village.

People can surprise you in many ways, your elderly next door neighbour could be into archery, or your normally-boring accountant could go on a naturist holiday every year. We see ourselves differently than others might see us, so why is that? Brendan Kelly, Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin, joins Seán to discuss.

Loud chewing, phone use, talking; it’s getting difficult to enjoy the film experience because of bad cinema etiquette… So, how did we get here? Joining Seán to discuss is movie reviewer Brian Lloyd.

If underwear has no crotch, is it still underwear? Marks and Spencers are exploring this mystery by selling their own line of crotchless underwear! Laura Mullet, Style Journalist, joins Seán to discuss.

Dog walking services are very common, but the service Sharon Telford offers in Leeds is a bit different: it’s a dog bus service! So, how does it work? She joins Seán to discuss!

As you probably know, Donald Trump is expected to visit Ireland next month, mostly to watch golf. Lise Hand argues in the Journal that this is our chance to show the world how good the Irish are at protesting! The Journalist and Broadcaster joins Seán to discuss.

A new Irish documentary film entitled ‘Have You Never Heard of Bill Fuller?’ will screen at the IFI from Friday August 7th. Joining Seán to discuss more is Director of the documentary, David Burke. Image: Irish Film Institute

In the Irish Examiner, Psychotherapist Richard Hogan writes about how he gave a store manager a dressing down after he noticed a shop assistant being treated poorly by him. But, do we live in a ruder more ill mannered world where customer service and politeness are gone? Henry McKean spoke to retailers and customers, and sent in this report.

This item will contain reference to sexual assault, may be triggering to some and won't be suitable for little ears. A trial concluded last week where a man was sentenced to seven years in prison for rape. The girl he raped was 15 at the time. During the trial, the dress she wore was produced in court, and she was asked if she was wearing underwear at the time. Rules have changed, but it still see...

Can sunscreen for apples help farmers fight the effects of climate change? Pat McKeever, owner of Long Meadow Cider Farm, joins Tom Dunne to discuss.

A You Gov survey shows that fewer women are choosing to go topless on Spanish beaches. So, is this a thing of the past, and if so, why? Joining Tom Dunne to discuss is Journalist and novelist Amanda Brunker.

Gaming giant Electronic Arts, the company behind EA FC, The Sims and Mass Effect, has been taken private in a $55 billion takeover led by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. The deal has sparked debate about the future of one of the world's biggest games publishers, with questions over creative freedom, jobs, monetisation and Saudi Arabia's growing influence in the global gaming industry. Joini...

The spice bag has gone from late-night takeaway to Irish icon. Beloved by locals, hunted down by tourists and even endorsed by celebrities, it's become a symbol of modern Irish food. But as more places try to reinvent it, is the classic neighbourhood spice bag being left behind? Joining Tom Dunne to discuss is Kelley Earley, Columnist and Co-Host of ‘For Tech Sake’s Podcast’.

“The last time I was at a festival I felt my age and slunk off to a pub…” So writes Music Journalist Pat Carty in the Irish Independent. So, can those over the age of 50 still have a good time at a music festival? Pat joins Tom Dunne to discuss.

Mayor of New York Zohran Mamdani wants to establish five government-owned grocery stores in the city to help people with the cost of living. This includes offering basic staples at 30% less. So, would this concept work in Ireland? David W Higgins, Independent Economist, joins Seán to discuss.

Siobhán Mullally is Professor of Law and Director of the Irish Centre of Human Rights at the University of Galway & former UN Special Rapporteur on Human Trafficking. In these roles, she has been extremely concerned about the Government’s lack of action on trafficking in Ireland. Five years ago, the UN wrote a letter to the Irish Government on their concern about this issue… She joins Seán to...

A 67-year-old Colombian woman bought two houses by selling neighbourhood gossip. Capitalising on her neighbourhood's secrets by charging residents for lighter pieces of local info. She systematically wrote down overheard conversations, timelines, and neighbourhood interactions in her notebook to use as concrete evidence for her clients… But, why do we like to gossip, is it good for you? Henry McKe...

Additional prices to avoid the middle seat of a plane: would you pay it? Or are you happy sitting wherever the airline places you to save a bit of cash? Joining guest host Tom Dunne to discuss is Eoghan Corry, Editor of Travel Extra.

If you live under a rock, you may have missed that Mayo broke their GAA curse when they finally beat Kerry to win their first All-Ireland since 1951. What other curses is Ireland known for? Dr Kelly Fitzgerald, Head of the UCD School of Celtic Studies and Folklore, joins Tom Dunne to discuss.

A French teen has been fined in Singapore after filming himself licking a straw, and putting it back in the dispenser of an orange juice vending machine. So, what other gross things could we see people do in public? Joining Tom Dunne to discuss is Anna Burns, Microbiologist and Nutritional Scientist.