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A sharp look at the major stories shaping Ireland and the world. Expect thoughtful analysis and robust discussion on the country’s only independent TV current affairs programme. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Tuesday 3rd December 2024- As parties decide their next steps after #GE2024, we’ll be discussing the formation of the next Government. Our panel will be looking at who’s talking to who this week, and how long it's likely to take. 03.12.2024 45:46

Gavan Reilly speaks to Shane Moynihan TD, Ken O'Flynn TD, Eoin Hayes TD, Gabija Gataveckaite and Fergus Finlay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Saturday 30th November 2024- As counting day continues, join us for our election special with our studio panellists. We'll be assessing what we know so far, looking ahead to day two of the count and discussing potential Government formation. 03.12.2024 1:11:25

Claire Brock speaks to Fionnán Sheahan, Stefanie Preissner, Barry Ward, Gary Gannon, Aidan Regan, Harry McEvansoneya, Aodhán O Ríordáin MEP, Pauline O'Reilly and Philip O'Connor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tuesday 26th November 2024 - With the General Election this coming Friday, tonight’s panel discuss their plans for the economy and how best to tackle the cost of living. 26.11.2024 47:16

Ciara Doherty speaks to Fine Gael’s Paschal Donohoe, Sinn Féin’s Pearse Doherty, Aontú’s Peadar Toíbín, People Before Profit’s Paul Murphy, and Independents Kate O’Connell and Michael Sheehan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wednesday 20th November 2024 - Tonight’s panel discusses what their parties would do with the health service should they be in Government after the General Election. 21.11.2024 44:23

Ciara Doherty speaks to Fianna Fáil’s Stephen Donnelly, Sinn Féin’s David Cullinane, Fine Gael’s Jennifer Carroll MacNeill, and Independent Violet Anne Wynne. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tuesday 19th November 2024 - Tonight’s panel discusses both climate and childcare policies ahead of next week’s General Election. 20.11.2024 45:09

Claire Brock speaks to Neale Richmond, Roderic O’Gorman, Claire Kerrane, and Jennifer Whitmore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wednesday 13th November 2024- Tonight’s panel discusses how the parties intend to address immigration and drug decriminalisation 14.11.2024 46:00

Ciara Doherty speaks to Fine Gael’s Helen McEntee, Fianna Fáil’s Jim O’Callaghan, Sinn Féin’s Matt Carthy and Independent Ireland's Michael Fitzmaurice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tuesday 12th November 2024- Tonight’s panel discusses the cost of living and Government spending as the General Election draws ever closer. 12.11.2024 46:50

Claire Brock speaks to Fianna Fáil’s Jack Chambers, Fine Gael’s Hildegarde Naughton, Sinn Féin’s Pearse Doherty, and Labour’s Ged Nash. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wednesday 6th November 2024- Donald Trump elected as the 47th President of The United States of America, What Will Trump's Election Mean For Ireland? Tánaiste Micheál Martin sits down with Claire Brock in Government Buildings 07.11.2024 48:47

Ciara Doherty speaks to Vincent McAviney, Jennifer Ewing, Mark Little, Mick Clifford, Declan Ganley and Emma Howard Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tuesday 5th November 2024- On The Night of The US Presidential Election: Which way will the swing states swing? Who’ll be the first to reach 270 electoral votes? How did the candidates fare during the campaign? Who will be the 47th President of the US? 05.11.2024 46:34

Claire Brock speaks to Richard Chambers, Matt Mayer, Adrian Weckler, Lorcan Nyhan, Margaret E. Ward and Ben Scallan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday 31st October 2024- EU Issues Impacting The Irish Election, Week in Review: Is Dublin a good City? The Rise of Deepfakes, US Election Countdown 31.10.2024 46:09

Gavan Reilly speaks to Ciaran Mullooly MEP, Barry Andrews MEP, Louise Burne, Lorcan Nyhan and Harry McEvansoneya Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wednesday 30th October 2024 - Ireland’s infrastructure is lagging behind other EU countries, Spain’s deadliest floods in decades kills at least 95, and Harris v Trump now only six days away. 30.10.2024 46:02

Gavan Reilly speaks to Senator Pauline O’Reilly, Eoin Ó Broin TD, Craig Hughes, Professor Brian Caulfield, James Se Santos Devin and Marion McKeone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tuesday 29th October 2024 - Concerns of voters ahead of the General Election, Israel’s ban on UNRWA operating in occupied areas, and next week’s US Presidential Election 29.10.2024 46:09

Claire Brock speaks to Emer Higgins TD, Mairéad Farrell TD, Kevin Doyle, Anthony Zurcher and Bill Deere Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday 24th October 2024 - The F-word: Is Trump a 'fascist'? And our 'Week In Review' panel discuss child protection, looming elections and private jets. 24.10.2024 46:07

Ciara Doherty talks to Larry Donnelly, Jennifer Ewing, Niall Stanage, Elaine Burke, Declan Lynch, Fergus Finlay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wednesday 23rd October 2024 - The legal and moral issues around Assisted Dying, the “unprecedented” rise in retail theft and crime, and the humanitarian situation in Gaza and Lebanon. 23.10.2024 47:07

Claire Brock speaks to Senator Mary Seery Kearney, Tom Cullen, Ian O’Doherty, Dr. Faith Cranfield, Trina O’Connor, and James Elder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tuesday 22nd October 2024- As The Occupied Territories Bill Gets a Green Light From Cabinet, Calls for the Dáil to Sit Next Week Grow & Dublin City Taskforce Recommendations to Rejuvenate and Revitalise the Capital 22.10.2024 46:01

Claire Brock speaks to Neale Richmond TD, Duncan Smith TD, Senator Frances Black, Dan O'Brien, Cllr Hazel Chu and Daniel McConnell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Monday 21st October 2024 - The upcoming General Election, the latest opinion poll, and those leaving/entering politics, as well as the issues facing University Hospital Limerick, and the country’s health service. 22.10.2024 44:50

Ciara Doherty speaks to Neasa Hourigan TD, David Cullinane TD, Senator Catherine Ardagh, Harry McGee and Niamh Griffin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday 17th October 2024 - Autopsy reveals details of Liam Payne's death. Week in Review: Sinn Féin and the imminent General Election. US Presidential Election only 18 days away. Israel says it has "eliminated" the leader of Hamas. 17.10.2024 46:43

Ciara Doherty talks to Andrea Gilligan, John Meagher, Saoirse Hanley, Aidan Regan, Claire Scott and Kevin Cunnigham Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wednesday 16th October 2024 - Sinn Féin's handling of a series of controversies, EU Summit with the Gulf States in Brussels, and 264 children waiting for scoliosis surgery at CHI. 16.10.2024 46:04

Claire Brock speaks to Niall Collins TD, Pádraig Mac Lochlainn TD, Jennifer Whitmore TD, Hugh O’Connell, Philip O’Connor, and Jennifer Carroll MacNeill TD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tuesday 15th October 2024- Fallout From Sinn Féin's Recent Scandals, Mary Lou McDonald's Dáil Speech, Minister For Housing Darragh O'Brien 15.10.2024 46:05

Claire Brock speaks to Martin Heydon TD, Claire Kerrane TD, Fionnán Sheahan, Prof Gary Murphy and Minister Darragh O'Brien Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Monday 14th October 2024- Sinn Féin's Stanley Resignation, Two Weeks of Controversy For Sinn Féin, The Latest on The Middle East Conflict 14.10.2024 46:05

Claire Brock speaks to James O'Connor TD, Louise O'Reilly TD, Patricia Ryan TD, Louise Burne, Diarmaid Ferriter, Allison Morris and Dr. John Reynolds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday 10th October 2024- Kinahan Cartel Chief Arrested in Dubai, Week in Review: Florida Hit by Hurricane Milton, An Taoiseach Visits The White House, Irish Election Fever, Honeytrap Russian Spy Scandal. 14.10.2024 45:50

Claire Brock speaks to Paul Williams, Kieran Kelly, Mick O'Toole, Kevin Doyle, John Gibbons, Matthew Cappucci and Gina London. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wednesday 9th October 2024 - The Govt’s attempt to designate floating LNG terminals as “strategic infrastructure”, the Taoiseach’s meeting with US President Joe Biden, and Hurricane Milton on course to hit Florida as evacuations continue. 14.10.2024 46:00

Ciara Doherty speaks to Senator Timmy Dooley, Senator Pauline O’Reilly, John Lee, Oisín Coghlan, Zara King and Matthew Cappucci. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tuesday 8th October 2024 - Sinn Féin’s Handling of Job References for Former Press Officer Accused of Sexual Offences, An Taoiseach Meets Joe Biden at the White House in Washington DC, and Florida Braces Itself for Hurricane Milton as Residents Evacuate 08.10.2024 46:10

Claire Brock speaks to Neale Richmond TD, Matt Carthy TD, Mick Barry TD, Órla Ryan, Zara King, Aoife Willis, Paul Hoyne and Alan O’Reilly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Monday 7th October 2024- Israel marks October 7th attack anniversary, Latest on the Middle East conflict and Russian spy found in the Oireachtas 07.10.2024 47:07

Ciara Doherty speaks to Matt Frei, Linda Dayan, Karol Balfe, Scott Lucas, Billy Kelleher MEP, Peader Tóibín TD and Gavan Reilly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thursday 3rd October 2024 - Discussion on Death of Mary O'Rourke, €9m for Mobile Phone Pouches in Budget and Week In Review 03.10.2024 46:05

Claire Brock speaks to Gabija Gataveckaite, Fiona O'Loughlin, Sorca Clarke, Richard Hogan, Dan Mulhall, Margaret E Ward, John O'Brennan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.