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Let Me Explain with Seán Defoe
If you don't have the time to keep up with every twist and turn of the news agenda then sit back and Let Me Explain. Each week host Seán Defoe goes behind the scenes on one of the biggest stories dominating the airwaves. Why is it a big deal? Who's trying to spin you a line? And, most importantly, why should you give a damn? CONVERSATION THAT COUNTS | Ireland’s national independent talk station for news, sport, analysis and entertainment Listen to Newstalk at http://newstalk.com/listenlive | Download the GoLoud app now, the new home for Newstalk
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Episodes
115: 999 18.04.2024 13:27
What happens when you call 999, and what do we have to do to get help to us as quickly as possible? Let Alex Rowley explain.
114: Measles 04.04.2024 10:58
We came close to eradicating measles before we saw a recent increase in cases at home and across Europe - with Ireland recording a measles-related death for the first time in 24 years this year. Where has this rise in cases come from? Let Caoimhseach Connolly explain.
113: Malawi 28.03.2024 12:37
The country of Malawi is increasingly becoming under threat due to climate change. Let Ben Finnegan, who has just visited the landlocked African country, explain.
112: Replacing a Taoiseach 22.03.2024 8:56
After Leo Varadkar announced his intention to step down as Taoiseach, Ellen Butler explains how a Taoiseach is replaced.
111: Nominative Determinism 21.03.2024 9:29
Usain Bolt, PC Rob Banks, Thomas Crapper... Nominative Determinism is the term for when people are attracted to jobs and hobbies that match their names. Let Me Explain.
110: The Soft Power of St Patrick's Day 17.03.2024 9:14
Is the world actually jealous of the access St Patrick's Day gives us to the White House? Let Shane Beatty explain.
109: The Everyday Affects of Climate Change 05.03.2024 9:12
How will climate change affect everyday life? Let Ben Finnegan explain.
108: A Reunited Ireland 28.02.2024 13:04
When we talk about a 'united Ireland', why don't we call it a 'reunited Ireland'? Simon Tierney is in the hot seat on this week's Let Me Explain.
107: Diamonds 22.02.2024 7:08
Diamonds: They've fuelled conflicts, marketing campaigns and inspired robberies. How have diamonds captivated the world for hundreds of years? Find out in this week's Let Me Explain.
106: Concerts, the Economy and You 15.02.2024 9:30
Music concerts are bigger than ever, but what does that mean for the industry, music fans - even the economy? Jamie O'Hara is here to tell on this week's Let Me Explain.
105: Wedding Prep 08.02.2024 14:49
Wedding prep season is in full swing and we have Josh Crosbie in for Seán Defoe to give us a full planning guide!
104: Deposit Return Scheme 01.02.2024 11:10
On February 1st Ireland will adopt a new deposit return scheme for bottles and cans. Consumers will be able to return the items to their local shops to claim their deposit back. Let Ben Finnegan Explain...
103: Burns Night 25.01.2024 9:23
On the 25th of January, people in Scotland and Scottish people around the world celebrate Burns Night. Did you know people in Ireland also celebrate? Let Eamonn Torsney explain.
102: Reality TV 18.01.2024 12:34
Why is reality TV thriving more than ever right now? Let Laura Donnelly explain.
101: Traffic 11.01.2024 10:48
Feel like traffic is at an all-time high? Let Jamie O Hara Explain.
100: Main Character Syndrome 04.01.2024 12:07
Do you ever feel like you're the main character in the movie that is life? You might have main character syndrome... Let Jamie O'Hara explain.
99: The Commercialisation of Christmas 21.12.2023 15:08
Josh Crosbie is back in the hot seat for another episode of Let Me Explain - this week we look at the commercialisation of Christmas.
98: Christmas Ads 14.12.2023 11:59
Josh Crosbie takes us on a tour of some of the most iconic Christmas adverts.
97: Dodgy Boxes 07.12.2023 18:41
On this week's Let Me Explain we have Laura Donnelly in the hot seat to explain the rise of 'dodgy boxes'.
96: The Origins of Sayings - 'Bite the bullet' 30.11.2023 2:38
In this mini episode of Let Me Explain, Sean Defoe looks at some of the most common sayings in the world and where they come from. Let Me Explain.
95: The Origins of Sayings - 'Best thing since sliced bread' 23.11.2023 2:54
In this mini episode of Let Me Explain, Sean Defoe looks at some of the most common sayings in the world and where they come from. Let Me Explain.
94: The Origins of Sayings - 'Elephant in the room' 16.11.2023 2:19
In this mini episode of Let Me Explain, Sean Defoe looks at some of the most common sayings in the world and where they come from. Let Me Explain.
93: The Origins of Sayings - 'Salt of the earth' 09.11.2023 4:01
In this mini episode of Let Me Explain, Sean Defoe looks at some of the most common sayings in the world and where they come from. Let Me Explain.
92: What is the Multiverse? - Bitesized 02.11.2023 3:50
Listen back to an excerpt from Episode 31 - What would happen if you made a big decision differently?
91: The Haunting of Loftus Hall - Bitesized 26.10.2023 3:01
Listen back to an excerpt from Episode 30...when the devil roamed the coast of Wexford...
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