The Niall Boylan Podcast (They Told Me To Shut Up)

In this episode, Niall dives into the heated debate over children's access to social media following the rollout of a new age verification system under Ireland’s Online Safety Code. He’s joined by Eric Nelligan, school teacher and spokesperson for the political party Aontú, to explore what this new code means in practice, how effective age checks might really be, and whether social media platforms...

In this powerful and emotional episode, Niall shares an email from a listener named Tina, a mother of two young children whose husband has recently been sent to prison for several years. With the details of the case kept private, Tina asks for public input on a deeply personal question: Should she bring the children to visit their father in jail? Tina describes the difficult reality she's facing —...

In this lively and heartfelt episode of The Niall Boylan Show, Niall dives into a fiery question that struck a chord with listeners across the country: "Has chivalry died?" The debate was sparked by a listener’s powerful email, where he shared a shocking first date experience. After chatting for weeks with a woman he met on Tinder, they finally went out for a nice dinner—only for the night to end...

In this explosive episode of The Niall Boylan Show, Niall tackles one of the most pressing issues facing Irish households today—a staggering 65% inflation rate over the last decade. Joining Niall to break it all down is financial expert Karl Deeter, who explains the forces behind rising prices—from housing to food to fuel—and why so many people feel like they're falling behind. Then it’s over to y...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Ireland Talks, Niall opens up the lines to discuss a question that’s stirring emotions in homes across the country: Can a woman — or anyone — feel truly emotionally safe when their partner regularly watches porn? Prompted by a listener’s heartbreaking message, the show explores the emotional fallout that can occur when one partner discovers the other...

In this powerful episode of Ireland Talks, host Niall takes on one of the most provocative developments in modern medicine — the birth of eight babies in the UK using DNA from three people to prevent fatal genetic conditions. Is this the beginning of a new era in healthcare, or are we crossing a dangerous ethical line? We hear from callers with mixed views: "If this had existed when my niece was b...

In this episode, host Niall takes calls from concerned residents of Saggart and Citywest as they react to the government’s controversial €140 million purchase of the local hotel, which has been used for several years to house asylum seekers. While many callers express that they initially had no objection to the hotel being used as temporary accommodation, they now fear it will never return to its...

Should your social media determine whether you can enter a country, get a job, or earn a promotion? In this episode, Niall tackles the controversy surrounding the US Embassy’s new "enhanced social media vetting" for J1 visa applicants, which requires students to make their social media accounts public and open to scrutiny. The policy has sparked outrage and confusion, especially among Irish studen...

Ireland plans to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030—five years earlier than the EU’s 2035 deadline—as part of its sweeping Climate Action Plan. But is this ambitious move realistic? In this episode, Niall dives deep into the heated debate with guest Nadia Forde from Ashford Motors. Niall explores both sides of the conversation: "We can’t ignore climate change any longer. EVs are th...

In this deeply emotional and raw episode, Niall reads a heartbreaking email from a mother pushed to her limits. She’s 38, raising a 16-year-old daughter with special needs on her own, and confesses a truth that many parents may feel but are too afraid to say aloud: "Although I love her, I also hate her so much for ruining my life." The mother describes the breakdown of her marriage, the loss of he...

In this thought-provoking episode, Niall asks a tough question: Should we be paying more for our food if it means protecting the environment? As the cost of groceries continues to rise, listeners from across the country call in to share their views—some passionately in favour, others strongly opposed. 📞 One caller argues, "If paying an extra euro means supporting local farmers and reducing emissi...

In this open and honest episode, host Niall asks a timeless question: Do you believe in God? And if so, why? The phone lines light up as callers from all walks of life share their personal beliefs, doubts, and experiences. Some callers passionately defend their faith: "I've felt God's presence in my life during my darkest moments. I can't explain it scientifically, but I know it's real." "Look at...

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, host Niall opens the phone lines to the public on a highly emotional and divisive issue: Should people who suffered physical abuse at the hands of teachers before corporal punishment was outlawed in 1982 be entitled to compensation? As the calls come in, listeners hear a wide range of passionate opinions. Some callers argue that society cannot keep p...

On today’s show, Niall hears from a heartbroken wife struggling with a heartbreaking dilemma. After years of trying for a baby, her husband was diagnosed as infertile. She wants to pursue sperm donation and experience pregnancy, but he insists on adoption — saying he couldn’t love a child that wasn’t biologically his. Callers join the conversation to share their own experiences, opinions, and advi...

In this episode, host Niall sits down with outspoken restaurateur and media personality Paul Treyvaud to take a hard look at the state of Irish tourism. Paul pulls no punches as he shares his views on why Ireland's tourism industry is struggling, pointing the finger at government policies, rising costs, and what he sees as a lack of vision for the future. Expect frank opinions, insider perspective...

In this episode, we tackle a question that affects almost every homeowner in Ireland: Is property tax giving us value for money? Dublin City Councillors are preparing to scrap a long-standing 15% discount on Local Property Tax for 2026—the first time this has happened in over a decade. Combined with government-led revaluations reflecting Ireland's soaring house prices, some homeowners could see th...

Today on the show, we read a heart-wrenching email from a woman whose world has been turned upside down. After 10 years of what she thought was a happy marriage, her husband returned from a golf trip and confessed to a drunken one-night stand with a hotel employee. Now she's torn between her love for him, his tearful remorse, and her own heartbreak. Listeners weighed in — and wow, did opinions dif...

In this episode, Niall asks: Should couples who live together have the same legal rights as married couples? More couples than ever are choosing to live together without getting married. But when it comes to things like inheritance, pensions and property rights, cohabiting partners often have far fewer protections under the law. Should that change, or does marriage deserve to stay different? Some...

In this episode, Niall asks: Should Ireland limit how many terms a politician can serve? Twelve states in the United States are calling for limits on how long members of Congress can stay in office. Some believe Ireland should do the same to stop politics becoming a lifelong career for the same faces decade after decade. Would term limits shake up Irish politics or just swap out one set of problem...

In this episode, Niall asks: Should you put a dog down for biting? A distressed listener wrote in about a painful family dilemma. Her five-year-old dog bit their three-year-old son on the leg badly enough to need stitches. Her husband now insists the dog must be put to sleep to protect their child. She believes it was a one-off incident that could be managed with training or rehoming. Who is right...

In this episode, Niall asks: Should there be limits on free speech? The EU is pressuring the Irish Government to bring in stricter hate speech laws that would make it illegal to say or share certain things that are seen as inciting hatred or violence. Some say this is badly needed to protect vulnerable groups. Others believe it is a dangerous step towards censorship and losing the right to speak f...

In this episode, Niall asks: Would you stand by a loved one if they committed a serious crime? It is one of the hardest questions any family could face. If your son, daughter or close relative was found guilty of something terrible like rape or murder, would you stand by them or cut all ties? Some say family loyalty comes first no matter what. Others believe there are crimes so serious that the bo...

In this episode, Niall asks: Should Ireland scrap student loans for graduates who stay and work here for ten years? The government recently confirmed there will be no cut to college fees, leaving many students and families struggling with the high cost of third-level education. One idea suggested before is to let students borrow the full amount for fees — but if they stay and work in Ireland for a...

In this episode, Niall asks: Do you feel safe walking Ireland’s streets? Official figures suggest that overall crime rates in Ireland have gone down in recent years. Yet many people say they feel less safe than ever, especially with videos of random assaults and antisocial behaviour spreading quickly on social media. Are we really more at risk — or are we just seeing more of it online? Some caller...

In this episode, Niall asks: Should you contest an unfair will, even if it risks tearing the family apart? A listener got in touch after learning she was left a much smaller share than her siblings in her father’s will. Now she wants to know if she should fight for what she feels is fair or stay silent to keep the peace. Some callers said she should absolutely contest it if there is no good reason...