Listen! With Frank Mitchell

'The fees paid for care no longer cover the cost of treatment - until the Executive allocate enough money, it's going to get worse ' - dentist Dr Ciara Gallagher explained why practices are struggling to take on new NHS patients Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is Rory McIlroy GB & Ireland's greatest ever sportsman? What's it like to be part of sporting immortality? Frank spoke to Gerry Armstrong and the man who spotted his talent before most, Gerry Kelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Rory-themed buns in a local bakery to high value course fees, what impact could the Masters win have for businesses, locally? Frank spoke to MLA Stephen Dunne and golf tourism expert Dr Peter Bolan from Ulster University Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What was Rory like as a young golfer and what will his success mean to his hometown club? Frank spoke to Paul Gray, who was the club pro during Rory's formative years and club captain Trevor Heaven Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where does Rory McIlroy's Grand-Slam securing Masters win put him in the pantheon of sporting greats? Will he now go on a run of Major wins? Frank spoke to Rupert Bell and Steven Beacom Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Is it okay to wear your pyjamas out in public? M&S is collaborating with a British designer whose jammies can retail for over £600 on a daytime PJ range and the trend is even having its moment on catwalks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

36 years since breaking through, 'there's still no place like home - Declan and Brendan Murphy from The 4 Of Us popped in for a chat with Frank, about their favourite places to perform, their latest album and upcoming dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Overfilled bins in Belfast may no longer be collected, amid safety concerns. Bin liners are also to be banned, as they frequently catch on bin lorries. Frank spoke to committee chair Cllr Ruth Brooks and took calls from listeners Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Could you date or marry someone with completely different politics? Is it ever worth debating politics with friends of loved ones? Frank got the thoughts of Helen McClements from Sour Wee Blog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

biotech firm has successfully brought back a species of wolf from extinction. Is it a marvel of modern science or a worrying example of scientists 'playing God'? Frank spoke to animal rights campaigner Andrew Goti Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is naming and shaming benefits cheats 'a distraction' from wider issues around poverty or a necessary policy to clamp down on £160m of fraud? Niamh Campbell from the Belfast Telegraph spoke to Frank as the first people convicted have been named Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cutting the number of councils from 26 to 11 was meant to streamline services and save money. Ten years on, are we better off? Frank spoke to Irish News political editor John Manley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'This Executive is not delivering to try and find and challenge the causes of the fires and make sure this doesn't happen again' - SDLP MLA Colin McGrath spoke to Frank about his frustration that pledges had not been fulfilled Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can you turn grief into growth? Deirdre Maguire spoke to Frank about processing loss and 'letting pain shape your purpose, rather than being your prison' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'We can't do everything, but we need to prioritise nature' - Environment Minister Andrew Muir reacts to a new OEP report which highlighted a failure to implement protections for our 'natural treasures' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should our politicians be presenting a united front rather than rowing over Irish language signs? Frank spoke to Tina McKenzie from FSB NI, Stephen Kelly of Manufacturing NI, Irish News columnist Tom Kelly and top economist Dr Esmond Birnie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

69 people died on our roads in 2024 - 'I don't think there's anyone in NI who hasn't been touched by someone they know that's been involved in a collision' - Helen Bowman spoke to Frank about a new road safety scheme Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The cost of childcare 'is driving mothers out of work, creating problems across society and intervention isn't quick enough' - Frank spoke to Rebecca Harper, from Melted Parents NI about a demonstration taking place this weekend in Belfast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'Public money is part of it, but I absolutely oppose the imposition of Irish language' - Loyalist activist Jamie Bryson spoke to Frank about why he's taking legal action to halt Irish language signs at Belfast's Grand Central Station Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trump's tariffs could cost the NI economy £100m by some estimates. In what way are ordinary people likely to feel the impact? Frank spoke to Roger Pollen, head of the FSB NI and GB news reporter Dougie Beattie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should older drivers have to re-sit their test? Are they safer than newly-qualified drivers? The subject divided our listeners on this morning's Phone-In Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should dogs be allowed in the office? One in ten UK workers brings their pup to work and animal charities say it reduces separation anxiety but not everyone's a fan. What if you have allergies? Should employees have the option? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nearly 40 years on from his Ramsay Street debut, Jason Donovan is still 'Doin Fine' - in fact he's back in Belfast next week and appearing to packed houses across the UK and Ireland. He talked Neighbours, hit musicals and his loyal fanbase Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should the very wealthiest pay more tax, to fund public services? Or do they already shoulder a disproportionate burden? Campaigers have called for a 'wealth tax' but would it work? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.