Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

PJ hears the evidence that the scheme helps the economy and does not add to the homeless crisis from Maire Ni Mhurchú, Chair Irish Self Catering Federation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Thomas Gould TD who has been campaigning to get the scheme back on track which buys houses when landlords want to sell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Frankie has to move from Kerry to Cork and desperately needs a house. He has tried everything. He has even written out rhymes to catch attention and would advertise on the radio! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Pádraig Rice TD about his idea to bring driving test wait times under control Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Doyle of The Irish Sun tells PJ what he heard in court Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Cllr Peter Horgan Chair of the Cork City Council Transport Strategic Policy Committee asking can we make any progress in stopping the kind of snarlups that happened again Tues evening Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The power is back in Spain & Portugal - but could a massive blackout like that happen here...#BeTheArrow - A Gaisce Presidents award for all ages Lindsey Lohans Irish roots - could she even have a Cork connection & lots more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys' mum Angela Ryan tells PJ how they raised so much money and loved doing it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Michael D. Higgins wants you to take on a life-changing challenge — Avril Ryan, CEO of Gaisce tells PJ Coogan how the ‘Be The Arrow’ campaign is pushing adults and teens to learn, grow, and give back like never before. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Lohan tells PJ why digging into your family history isn’t just nostalgia—it’s a game-changer for understanding who you are today. (And tips to start uncovering those secrets right now!) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Karen who says the element who chanted "get them out" at a protest in Dublin and aimed it towards the immigrants working here will leave the country stuck for vital key workers if they go to far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sinead Kane is a visually impaired parathlete who ran the London Marathon but was disqualified by a harsh decision. John O'Regan, her guide runner, picks up the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ takes calls from Cork people in Spain and Portugal who explain how the mysterious outage affected them Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Doyle of The Sun tells PJ what has happened in court so far and what we expect next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne joins Kate Neville of the CBA telling PJ about the drive to spruce up one of Cork's beloved streets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dress for the slide, not for the ride - Jayne's biking gear saved her life in a crash, The big pivot - Ashling is about to become a train driver - all because of doom scrolling.. 7 year old Alfie - Irelands youngest Eurovision expert & lots more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ catches up with Barry who posted recently about shrinkflation and Taytos Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Ruth who is just back from Rome after spending the weekend there for the funeral of the late Pope Francis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Jayne who says the right gear can be the difference between a bruise and a broken bone. See more on @revroamandroast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ catches up with Aisling who made a real pivot in her work life and is delighted she did! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian Laura O'Mahony tells PJ that she is no longer the biggest performer in the family, little Alfie can now sing all the Eurovision entries for 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats to Alan who runs coffee shops throughout the country, including Guji in Paul Street, who says it suits some outlets and not others! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tracey Ward talks to PJ about her sister Cliona caught in US immigration after Donald Trump's crackdown. If you'd like to help fund the legal challenge there's a GoFundMe here   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ chats with Liverpool fan Finn who is proud our lad got recognition for his great soccer skills Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Finny Mac from the Corks 96FM sports team about a great result yesterday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.