Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

PJ talks to Finbarr McCarthy, the 96FM GAA correspondent about yesterday's triumph over Clare Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Kieran McGeary about the astounding generosity shown by the people of Cork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears a call to ban videoing people in public places without their consent using so-called AI glasses, learns that everyone can be a bit magic from Scientific Sue before she appears at the Cork Carnival Of Science, learns how Julie helped a lost snake near the Schooner in Whitegate and Melanie kept it warm and fed. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ finds out why it's important and what the new program is all about from Lisa Collender Head Of Ireland at USIT. See also the information talk which takes place tonight, Wed May 20th , at 6.30pm, more details on the USIT website.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Scientific Sue the wizard scientist who will show kids (and grown ups) that anyone can be a bit magic with the help of science no matter what your age, where you come from and for kids of any gender. See also Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Diva tells the story of a successful wedding band manager forced to explain her rage-fueled actions to a Garda and Laura Harte & Irene Kelleher tell PJ about it. It's at The Cork Arts Theatre May 26–30 at 8pm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ gets the scoop on Finding Emily which is at cinemas this weekend from Crossy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears all about the fabulous CODE4LIFE app to find AEDs to rescue people having a cardiac incident produced by Coláiste Pobail Bheanntraí from Marie Murphy the school chaplain and students Roisin, Ronan and Ciara. They the Young Social Innovators for Ireland and now go off to Vietnam to compete with the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears from Trevor who talks leadership with Peter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Mary about the difference she hopes the Centre makes and to Diane Higgins, President of Network Cork, who nominated her Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ finds out the opportunities and the difficulties that will be looked at from Joanne Tracey, the Construction Industry Federation’s Head of Services for the Southern Region Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Sean Pollock of the Irish Independent who has been across the story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Julie McEnnis from The Schooner, Whitegate near where the snake was found and to Melanie who is currently caring for it. If you have information on who owns it, contact the " Whitegate, Co Cork, Ireland " Facebook page here for a happy reunion! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Educator Jerry Ryan tells PJ the strain on parents and cost in opportunity to vulnerable children just cannot be defended. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Cllr Ciara O'Connor who says we need to take strong action against people who secretly capture video of others and a discussion about conflicting rights is needed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Linda about her son Josh, taken by the Israelis while on the Global Sumud Flotilla, chats to Sorcha and Ross about a very surprise proposal that came up with the right answer, learns about the funky version of the national Anthem, Amhrán na bhFhiann. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Kate McCarthy, Womens Coordinator at Ballincollig RFC, who are supporting the campaign about making rugby easy to get into for girls. If you want to take part in their event ou can secure a spot right now by emailing youthsassistant@ballincolligrfc.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Sorcha O'Connor & Ross O’Hea. Sorcha was surprised by Ross who proposed in the middle of a Blarney Brass & Reed Band event Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sen Laura Harmon says any new laws are welcome but there are ways to improve on the government proposal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Niamh Byrne one of the founders of the group which has been chosen for the Analog Devices Cork City Marathon SheRACES award. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to Dez Harrington who says he was inspired by what Jimmi Hendrix and Brian May did with their national anthems Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ talks to John Paul O'Shea TD who has a few points that he thinks must be part of any changes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Darina tells PJ it's not cheap if it causes health problems, and pollution. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Darren tells PJ he made the decision to come out as bisexual after 20 years of hiding it and then registered as an LGBT+ business so others in the community could feel more secure and it does not mean that he will only deal with LGBT+ people He also talks about the online hate he got as a result Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cllr Paudie Dineen tells PJ that the building needs to be kept in city hands and he is delighted the City Council is getting better at keeping landmark buildings in public hands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.