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Often in a restaurant, diners will find themselves being asked to taste the wine before the full pour takes place. While this can be intimidating for some people, what is the actual protocol involved? Joining Seán to find out is Michelle Lawlor, from the Nude Wine Company.

This week, journalist Naula Woulfe wrote a piece in the Irish Independent about how she used EFT to kick the habit of biting her nails, which she had been doing for years. But, what is EFT, and how could it work for you? Joining Seán to discuss is Anne Brannick, Chairperson of the Irish Association of Relationship Mentors who practises EFT.

Sudan now represents the largest displacement crisis in the world with more than 11 million people internally displaced and almost 3.2 million people who have fled the country. But, what is causing this movement, and what can be done to help ease the situation? Seán is joined by Dominic MacSorely, Concern’s Humanitarian Ambassador and a former Country Director in Sudan to discuss. Image: Reuters

It was 50 years ago today that the USSR football team came in from the cold and played Ireland in a historic showdown at Dalymount Park. Joining Seán to discuss this is Gerry Farrell, Club Historian with Bohemians...

For over 15 years, Dublin man Mark McNamara has turned pumpkin carving into a true art form, creating one-of-a-kind designs that have captured the attention of venues and fans across Ireland. With a background in model making and a passion for intricate design, Mark’s carved pumpkins range from iconic portraits, to seasonal favourites. During his busiest times, he’s been known to carve up to 17 pu...

A new podcast explores the extraordinary story of John Pollock, a British man who became convinced that his twin daughters were reincarnated from previous children who had died in tragic circumstances.  Joining Seán to discuss is Rosie Pye, the Journalist behind the new podcast ‘Extrasensory’... Image: Apple

Have you ever had a good meal on an airplane? Whether or not you have, apparently, we may be in a golden age for it! To discuss, Seán is joined by Melanie May, Solo Travel Blogger and ‘Talk Travel’ Presenter on Dublin City FM to discuss.

Here’s a health tip that might make you shift in your seat. Did you know that hours of slouching at your desk can impact more than just your posture? Dr. Jeff Foster is sharing how poor posture could actually weaken blood flow and muscle strength down below, affecting sexual performance in ways you might not expect. But, there’s good news: small changes in how you sit and stand could make a big di...

With just a week to go before Election Day, the race between Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump is neck-and-neck. But, in a contest this close, third-party candidates could quietly play a pivotal role. Historically, candidates from the Green Party, Libertarian Party, and Independents have influenced the outcomes in key battleground states, sometimes by just a few thousand votes. Th...

When are we being rude? Does rudeness have a particular scale, or does it depend on how sensitive someone is to that rudeness? Newstalk’s Henry McKean has been out (politely) asking the public, and joins Seán to discuss.

Have you ever been too lazy to pull into a petrol station, or wondered how long you actually have in the tank? Well, apparently there are some hacks that could help you get a longer distance when the petrol light comes on. Dave Humphreys is Editor of Complete Car.ie , and joins Seán to discuss.

What do the words "I love you" really mean? For some, they come easily, shaped by a childhood of open affection; for others, they’re harder to say, perhaps influenced by a fear of rejection or cultural norms that favour other ways to show love. But, does love have to be spoken to be real? Joining Seán to discuss this is Enda Murphy, Psychotherapist.

A world-renowned mentalist, entertainer and subconscious mind specialist, Keith Barry needs no introductions.  In his new book ‘Sleep Hacks', he unveils his unique approach: integrating hypnosis, neuroscience and brain-hacking techniques to assist anyone who is struggling to attain deep, rejuvenating sleep.  Kieth joins Seán in front of a live crowd in Lawlor’s Hotel Naas to discuss, and...

Dublin City Council has already been using drones for the last five years, but soon, unmanned drones could be perched on rooftops across Dublin ready to make deliveries to different locations across the city. Joining Seán to discuss this plan is Jamie Cudden, Smart City Lead in Dublin City Council…

As part of this year’s IMRAM Irish-Language Literature festival, one particular event seeks to translate songs from two of Taylor Swift’s pandemic albums. But, how does the project work? Joining Kieran to discuss is Cian MacCárthaigh, from the band IMLÉ.

Over 20,000 people will take part in the Dublin Marathon this weekend, with some achieving a lifelong goal to do it. While it’s a huge achievement, what impact does running at this distance have on your body? Dr Niall Moyna, Professor of Clinical Exercise Physiology at DCU has been doing some research on this, and joins Seán to discuss.

A new investigation into the financial activities of Opus Dei shines a light on an organisation which has traditionally operated in the shadows… Joining Seán to discuss is Gareth Gore, Investigative Journalist and author of ‘Opus: dark money, a secretive cult, and its mission to remake our world’. Image: Scribe UK

A story written by Bram Stoker in the 1890s will feature at this weekend’s Dublin City Council Bram Stoker Festival. But, how exactly did it come to light? Joining Seán to discuss is writer and Bram Stoker enthusiast, Brian Cleary…

Controversy is brewing as Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch, a notorious figure in Irish crime, is considering running as an independent candidate in Dublin Central's general election. Hutch, who was acquitted of murder last year, could be challenging political heavyweights like Mary Lou McDonald and Paschal Donohoe for a seat. But, with a criminal past, is he eligible to run for public office? Are there rul...

Last week, the latest set of autism assistance dogs graduated from their training school. These dogs can prove essential in so many aspects of the autistic person’s life, particularly in children. One of those organisations tasked with training these dogs is Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland. David McCarthy is Head of Fundraising and Communications and joins Seán to discuss. Image: Autism Assistance...

When Bill Gates set his coders to work on Microsoft Excel, his ambition was to woo the world’s accountants. 40 years on, and it’s now being used for everything from planning weddings, to children’s parties. Seán is joined by Stephen O‘Leary, Founder at Olytico to discuss why it’s so widely used.

A headset, which zaps the brains of people suffering from depression, was able to improve symptoms in over 64% of the patients involved in the trial. This therapy is known as transcranial direct current stimulation, and differs from the more commonly known electroconvulsive therapy or ECT. To tell more about this, Seán is joined by Sarah Kittel-Schneider, Head of the Department of Psychiatry at UC...

A recent survey by Capital Credit Union reveals that one in ten Irish adults have no savings, while 65% have less than €5,000 set aside for emergencies. Worryingly, over three in ten people in their 30s have less than €500 put away. But, how much should we really be saving at different stages of life? In your 20s, 30s, or even planning for retirement: what's the right target? And, if you're thinki...

You might love looking at pictures of your favourite artists performing on stage, but did you ever wonder what it’s like to be the person behind the camera? Seán’s guest has toured with the likes of Hozier, and had her pictures of Glastonbury used across the globe. Photographer Ruth Medjber joins to discuss. Image: Ruthless Imagery

Boxty is an Irish potato favourite, but a campaign is gathering speed to secure Protected Geographical Indication status for its home in the northwest of the country. Joining Seán to discuss is Marian Harkin, Independent TD for Sligo Leitrim and one of the leaders of the campaign. Image: Ian Knauer