Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

The Crosshaven wildfire and the one in Killarney National Park show its time to think different and protect our parks by imposing a ban Chris Barrett tells PJ. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Katie Sloane reveals the story behind Peach Vintage’s latest collaboration with Cush — bringing fashion, food, music and local makers together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ asks Finny if the result is a foregone conclusion or will there be a surprise! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Leona McSweeney is joined by Colin Bell of The Kevin Bell Trust as she explains to PJ the Spinathon she organized in Penneys Patrick St today and tomorrow is her way of giving back for their help after her late dad Greg Dalton passed in Thailand. See also here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eoghan tells PJ that the time taken to sell the drug bust ship MV Matthew needs better examination Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Kearney has a problem. His wife left a very special altar cloth behind her Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

arragh McGann explains why he disagrees with Cllr Terry Shannon—and why the future of Bessborough still matters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yesterday PJ spoke to Luke Hyde's mam Lily who was disappointed that it's still legal to video and share images of people dying or in difficulty. Ken O'Flynn explains when the bill might come before the Dáil. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Therese Meyer describes to PJ her memories of childhood at Bessborough, the lasting impact they have had on her, and why she believes further investigation of the site is needed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lily asks why has there been so little progress on a law to protect victims and families from cruel viral video Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks about calls for a ban on eScooters, hers the heart-breaking news that Luke's mam is haunted by the cruel videos bystanders posted online as he drowned, chats about the World Cup. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eohan gives PJ the latest from the world of travel including job losses at Aer Lingus and the man nearly sucked out the window of a Ryanair plane in a freak accident Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears about relaxing summer music in the sun from Capt Jacob Thu Jul16th 12.45 pm in Fitzgerald Park & Fri Jul 17th 1.00 pm in Bishop Lucey Park Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liz Reaney tells PJ with a premises within reach but hidden costs mounting, customers are stepping up to help a beloved local food business survive. The fundraiser mentioned is here https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-save-cairo-to-corks-next-chapter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Collins TD told PJ last week he would return when he had some news and some answers for electrical apprentices worried over what to do if they failed or wanted to appeal this years results. He told PJ his update Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joan says kids riding e-scooters without helmets and training says a lot about their parents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Easy to forget a few basics when out in the sun on your lunchbreak. Skincare expert Eavanna Breen joins PJ Coogan to tick all the boxes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Endurance runner Gerry O’Boyle tells PJ Coogan how an extraordinary 7,000-kilometre challenge is raising vital funds for special schools across Ireland. See also here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From children and pets to power banks, phones and mirrors, PJ and Conor Faughnan from carzone.ie think of a few things to watch during this heat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Chris Luke confronts the disturbing rise in e-scooter injuries, crime and dangerous riding with PJ Coogan— and asks whether tougher laws and enforcement can prevent a ban. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After yesterday's delay on a decision on Skyclarys, Craig Coady calls on the HSE to show urgency and compassion over the life-changing drug, warning PJ that he is prepared to leave Ireland for the sake of his son Paudie's future Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears a call for councils to get government funding to speed up house turnarounds, as the Skyclarys decision is delayed Craig Coady considers leaving Ireland so son Paudie can have a better life, Careena Wolfe describes the Dance World Cup where Cork has three schools taking part. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Careen Wolf tells PJ about the emotion, excitement and sheer spectacle of watching her students along with those of two other Cork dance schools achieve their dreams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears from Stephen Curran-Haffner von Wasselnhiem about the wonderfully true West Cork encounters that inspired a world of dogs, badgers, foxes and unforgettable children’s stories with a purpose Fritz and the Giants 'A new Home' will be published on the 17th July 2026 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.