Podcasts by Louise McSharry
Louise McSharry with discussion on pop culture, entertainment and society. Listen live weekends 9-11am on RTÉ 2FM.
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The Good Information Project - Public Transport with Lauren Boland from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.670986
The Good Information Project by The Journal, explores topics that affect Ireland's future BUT with a focus on the things YOU want to know. This month they explore Public Transport. Lauren Boland fr...
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'SHARE' Sex education with Richie Sadlier from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.666649
This week psychotherapist and footballer Richie Sadlier, along with psychologist Elaine Byrnes, launched SHARE. SHARE is an online Sex education platform to help younger people navigate areas of co...
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Music for a Long Drive with Louise Bruton from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.656576
Whether you're making the long journey to college or hitting the road for a holiday, never underestimate the importance of your musical company! Journalist and savior of lonely drivers across Irela...
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Sunday's Pop and Culture Panel! from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.649848
It's all Pop and Culture with our panel this week! Conor Behan, 2FM Presenter and host of the 'Housewives And Me' podcast, joined us on the show to talk about DaBaby, Da Bennifer, and Da Feud (betw...
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Equine Therapy with Joe Slattery. from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.645916
Joe Slattery is the founder of JS Equine Therapies and the Irish Network Coordinator for the Equine Assisted Growth&Learning Association. Joe joined the show to explain how horses can be used in th...
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#Threads in Media with Jenn Gannon from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.643139
This week 'Zola' was released into Irish Cinemas - a film inspired by one of the greatest threads Twitter ever experienced. Jenn Gannon, Journalist and Pop Prodigy, joined the show to talk about so...
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How to be An Adult: Physiotherapy with Stephen O'Rourke from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.640825
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about the aches and pains! Our Show Pro today is, Stephen O'Rourke, Senior Physiotherapist at the Poynton Spinecare Institute in Dublin. Stephen walked us thr...
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Deepfakes with Elaine Burke from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.635683
Deepfakes are fake videos, aided by AI, that are so lifelike they become undoubtable. They are dangerous and, sometimes scary, but can the technology be used for good? Elaine Burke is the editor of...
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Dump The Scales with Hope Virgo from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.599316
Hope Virgo is the founder of 'Dump The Scales'. During her own experience with anorexia, Hope was told she was "not thin enough" for mental health support. Hope has now fully recovered and is campa...
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Van Life with Dylan Bradley from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.597161
Could you live a life on four wheels? Dylan Bradley and his partner have opted to convert a van into a home on wheels - capable of living in if needed! Dylan spoke to Louise about the conversion, t...
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Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult Cancer, and Survivorship from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.488203
Ireland's first conference on Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult Cancer and Survivorship (CAYAS) will take place on September 11th. Dr. Scheryll Alken, A Consultant in Adolescent and Young Adult AY...
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How to be An Adult: Healthy fighting with Helen Vaughan from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.476093
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about kicking off! Our Show Pro today is Helen Vaughan, Psychotherapist with Maynooth Counselling and Psychotherapy. All healthy relationships have conversati...
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Culture Night and "My Chronic Pain Diary' from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.469227
On September 17th, Ireland will celebrate 'Culture Night' - a moment for the country to bond and recognize our shared culture and art landscape! Lead of the National Coordination team, Maria Moynih...
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Deleting yourself from the internet with Ciara O'Brien from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.454657
Marie Crowe: Over the last two years, we may have shared more on social media than we're comfortable with. Now, as we return to normal, how hard is it to remove? Ciara O'Brien, technology correspon...
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The Authority Gap with Mary Ann Sieghart from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.451092
Marie Crowe: For Women, even women in places of power, having authority respected is a challenge. Mary Ann Sieghart's "The Authority Gap" explores the unseen bias that exists in workplaces, and in ...
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Dressing for the office again, with Corina Gaffey from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.447708
Marie Crowe: We're back in the office, the world of tracksuits and zooms is coming to an end. As we get back, how has our corporate wardrobe changed? Fashion journalist and stylist, Corina Gaffey j...
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Black History Month with Dr Ebun Joseph from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.335150
This week we celebrate the start of Black history Month. Louise was joined by Dr Ebun Joseph to explore education, the best ways to celebrate, and the changes still needed in Ireland. Dr Ebun Josep...
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How to be An Adult: Finding a Therapist from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.290264
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about finding the right help! Our Show Pro today is Sarah Gilligan, psychotherapist with capableminds.ie. Sarah knows the importance of finding the right ther...
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National Singing Week with Sing Ireland from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.284792
Of all the muscles that weren't worked over the pandemic - our vocal cords have possibly suffered most. So why not take our newfound freedoms and work those cords out! Lily Lacey, from Sing Ireland...
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"The Yes Woman" with Grace Jennings-Edquist from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.273131
'No'is a full sentence, the power of the word can be underestimated and hard to yield. This is especially true for women. Grace Jennings-Edquist, Australian Journalist&Author, explores how women ca...
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Sibling Grief Club with Maeveen McNabb from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.268098
Losing a member of the family is incredibly hard, and most people need to lean on someone else to get through. When Maeveen, Edel, and Cathy McNabb lost their sister - Triona Mcnabb - they realized...
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Distinctively Irish Television with Jenn Gannon from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.263681
Over the last couple of weeks, for many reasons, we've been faced with the question of what is Irish TV? What makes something distinctively Irish? Well, TV Expert Jenn Gannon is joining the show t...
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'Aisling And The City'with Sarah Breen&Emer Mclysaght from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.252224
Since 2017 Ireland has been obsessed with one person... Aisling. We have followed her through three books so far, and now, Authors, Sarah Breen&Emer Mclysaght are bringing us along for the next ste...
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How to be An Adult: Appreciating Art with Sinéad Kathy Rice from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.248693
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about learning to love art! Our Show Pro today is Sinéad Kathy Rice, Head of Education at the National Gallery of Ireland. Art exists in every aspect of our l...
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Drag Race, The Explainer with Sissy That Pod from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.244904
Though drag has existed, in some form, for hundreds of years - there's no question about the revolution that RuPaul's Drag Race brought upon it. Cian Sullivan and James O'Hagan are hosts of 'Sissy ...
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The Week That Was with Gabija Gataveckait?! from 2022-03-07T03:56:53.240287
Political Reporter with the Irish Independent, Gabija Gataveckaite, joined us on Saturday morning to talk about the stories that propped up the week! For the first time since this show began, we ki...
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Invisible Disability Ireland from 2021-10-24T12:00
Many people living in Ireland have an invisible disability, meaning they may not receive the same amount of support when handling daily life. Emily Larkin set up Invisible Disability Ireland, which...
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Halloween scary movies from 2021-10-24T12:00
Dr Sarah Cleary, with a Phd in Horror, Popular Culture and Censorship, dissected the horror genre, and offered suggestions for some great scary films to sink your teeth into over the bank holiday.
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Styling your home with Laura de Barra from 2021-10-24T12:00
Gaff Goddess Laura de Barra is back with her She-IY skills and she spoke to Louise about her new book 'Décor Galore: The Essential Guide to Styling Your Home'.
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Sundays Pop and Culture Panel! from 2021-10-24T12:00
Jen Morris, beauty content creator went through the best of the weeks pop culture stories, including Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker's grand-gesture engagement, and that Aer Lingus Cara Delev...
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Minding Creative Minds from 2021-10-23T12:00
From legal assistance to life coaching, Minding Creative Minds is an organisation that provides 24/7 support to anyone who needs it within the creative industries, a sector that has been devastated...
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How to be An Adult: Egg freezing from 2021-10-23T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about fertility and the important matter of egg freezing. Dr Cathy Allen, Consultant Obstetrician Gynaecologist at the Merrion Fertility Clinic told us everyt...
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'The Great Irish Politics Book' with David McCullagh from 2021-10-23T12:00
Written by RTE's David McCullagh, the latest book in the Gill Books series of important topics tackled by experts is The Great Irish Politics Book. Aimed at 8 years and up, it covers tricky topics ...
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The Good Information Project - Housing with Cónal Thomas from 2021-09-29T21:25:26.840341
Journalist Cónal Thomas from thejournal.ie joined Louise this week to discuss the latest cycle of The Good Information Project on the site, which is all about Housing this month and which examines ...
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Pizza Making At Home with Reggie White from 2021-09-29T21:25:26.839432
Pizza ovens are becoming the must-have essential in all of our homes and gardens in 2021 and so Reggie White, pizza chef at the Little Forest in Blackrock and originator of the Pi Pizza, joined us ...
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Sunday's Pop and Culture Panel with Conor Behan from 2021-09-29T21:25:26.838215
It's all Pop and Culture with our panel this week and Conor Behan, music journalist and 2FM broadcaster, is our guiding star of the week! Britney's conservatorship, Lil Nas X's performance at the B...
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The Irish at London Fashion Week with Niamh O'Donoghue from 2021-09-26T12:00
Welcome to Spring/Summer 2022, or at least the fashion of it! As London Fashion Week closes up, we caught up with journalist, Niamh O'Donoghue! Niamh gave us a taste of the week and also made sure ...
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How to deal with Feral Cats with the DSPCA from 2021-09-26T12:00
Over the last few weeks, Ireland has heard a lot about feral cats and how they should be dealt with. It's sometimes hard to know what advice is the right advice so Gillian Bird, Head of Education&M...
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'The Same But Different' with Emer O Neil from 2021-09-26T12:00
Representation matters. The importance of seeing yourself in a book - even as a child - can't be underestimated. Emer O'Neill has penned 'The Same But Different', a book to help all Irish children ...
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Girls Rock Dublin and the Gear Library with Sally Ó Dúnlaing from 2021-09-26T01:27:31.642297
Young people in Dublin can now rent out a wide range of musical instruments like guitars, drums, keyboards and synths from Pearse Street and Ballyfermot libraries and it's all thanks to the Girls R...
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Sexism, Surveillance and Social Media with Dr. Mary McGill from 2021-09-26T01:27:31.641398
Social media has revolutionised the way in which women express themselves but this increased visibility has it's drawbacks as well as it's benefits. Dr Mary McGill turns her sharp eye on this topic...
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Wokefishing and Victoria's Secret with Laura Kennedy from 2021-09-26T01:27:31.639681
Wokefishing is becoming more and more popular as companies appear to embrace activism as a way in which to market their products to consumers; the Victoria's Secret brand have recently made a drama...
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Spiders in the house with Collie Ennis from 2021-09-25T12:00
Halloween, brown leaves,&pumpkin spice lattes - Autumn brings some lovely things. It also brings a plague of spiders into our homes. If we knew more about spiders would they be any less daunting? C...
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How to be An Adult: Housing Updates. from 2021-09-25T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about homes! Our Show Pro today is Senior Lecturer in Housing Studies at TUD, Dr. Lorcan Sirr! With lots of news coverage on the housing crisis recently, we t...
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'Saltwater in the Blood' with Easkey Britton from 2021-09-25T12:00
If there was one winner during the pandemic - it was sea swimming. As thousands of Irish discover the sea, Easkey Britton has lived her life in it. In her book 'Saltwater in the Blood: Surfing, Nat...
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How to be An Adult: The Basics of Feeding Yourself Well with Orla Walsh from 2021-09-21T03:39:30.551199
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about the basics of feeding yourself well! Our Show Pro today is dietician Orla Walsh. Diet culture can create a toxic environment around food and so Orla is ...
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Once Before I Go with Philip McMahon from 2021-09-19T12:00
Smash-hit playwriter Philip McMahon, of THISISPOPBABY, came on to chat about his new play Once Before I Go ahead of its world premiere in the Gate Theatre next month. The play is set against the ba...
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Celebrity Beauty Lines with Grace O'Connell from 2021-09-19T12:00
The original influencers have lent their faces to countless ad campaigns for beauty brands. But now, they're their own bosses and are launching their own brands. Arianna Grande is the latest on tod...
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Rewilding the Land with Randal Plunkett from 2021-09-19T12:00
Naturalist and film-maker Randal Plunkett, 21st Baron of Dunsany, took over his family estate 10 years ago and, since then, has taken an unorthodox approach to managing Dunsany Castle and Demense. ...
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How to be An Adult: How to bake, well. from 2021-09-18T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about avoiding soggy bottoms! Our Show Pro today is Eoin Cluskey from Bread41! As the Bake Off returns to inspire a new year of kneaders, Eoin is walking us t...
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'Pretty Boys' with David Yi from 2021-09-18T12:00
You can be forgiven for thinking that recent celebrities are revolutionizing male beauty and representation - but David Yi dug a little deeper. In his book "Pretty Boys: Legendary Icons Who Redefin...
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Inner City Bee Keeping with Anthony Freeman from 2021-09-12T12:00
Inner City life is buzzing, and it's all Thanks to The Robert Emmet Community Development Project who manage 20 hives in Dublin 8! Starting as an after-school project for disadvantaged children in ...
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The Good Information Project: The Space Race with Adam Daly from 2021-09-12T12:00
The Good Information Project by The Journal, explores topics that affect Ireland's future BUT with a focus on the things YOU want to know. This month they explore the space race -Where does Ireland...
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Autumn Book List with Edel Coffey from 2021-09-12T12:00
This week, Ireland has gone book mad - even if it's obsessed with a select few releases! September releases are the highlight of a reader's year, but sometimes books slip between the cracks! Edel ...
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Q-Con with Ciara Mulcahy and Anne Marie Toole from 2021-09-11T12:00
Q-Con is an online festival organized by LINC, LGBT Ireland&BeLonG To. The festival was created to educate and explore queer womens lives, an area where open discussion is often lost. We're speakin...
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How to be An Adult: How to Recycle the right way from 2021-09-11T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about trash! Our Show Pro today is Tom Gaynor, Operations Manager of Recovery and Recycling at Repak! This week the way Ireland recycles changed and it alters...
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'The Power of Strangers' with Joe Keohane from 2021-09-11T12:00
Is a silent commute really the ideal situation? Does a familiar group online really make for engaging interactions? Joe Keohane doesn't think so, and explores the importance of talking to strangers...
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The Week That Was with Aoife Moore! from 2021-09-11T12:00
Political Correspondent for The Irish Examiner, Aoife Moore, joined us on Saturday morning to talk about the stories that propped up the week! As Ireland hit the milestone of 90% of adults fully va...
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Meals for One with The Gastro Gays from 2021-08-29T12:00
Sometimes it can be hard to justify cooking a fab meal when it's just for one, but solitary cooking shouldn't be grim! The Gastro Gays, Patrick and Russell, joined the show to talk about some of th...
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The Tiffany Diamond with Natasha Sherling from 2021-08-29T12:00
To wear one of the rarest diamonds in the world is exciting, to be only the fourth person to wear it is something else. This week Beyonce was photographed in 'The Tiffany Diamond', and we wanted to...
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Non-Alcoholic socializing with Vaughan Yates from 2021-08-29T12:00
Over lockdown our drinking habits have changed - It was recently reported that one-fifth of Irish people don't drink at all. As our habits change, what are the options? Vaughan Yates, founder of Th...
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'Rearing is Sparing' with Thommas Kane Byrne from 2021-08-28T12:00
Through lockdown, Playwright Thommas Kane Byrne, penned his new play 'Rearing is Sparing' - a story of two mothers whose lives were changed forever by the actions of their sons. 'Rearing is Sparing...
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How to be An Adult: Back to School separation with Dr. Malie Coyne from 2021-08-28T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about our kids and school! Our Show Pro today is Dr. Malie Coyne, Clinical Psychologist&Author of'Love In, Love Out: A Compassionate Approach To Parenting You...
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#YoungHotGuyz Calendar in aid of GCN from 2021-08-28T12:00
Louise is joined by three Young Hot Guyz to talk about being Young, and Hot, And Guyz! Comedians Shane Daniel Byrne, Tony Cantwell, and Killian Sunderman were talking to Louise about their upcoming...
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Poz Vibe Podcast with Robbie Lawlor and Veda Lady from 2021-08-24T03:25:52.338539
What better way to celebrate the first show of Pride than talking to the amazing Robbie Lawlor and Veda Lady, hosts of the "Poz Vibe" Podcast! The podcast is made for people living with HIV, their ...
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Non-competitive sports with Meath LSP and Basketball Ireland from 2021-08-24T03:25:52.337808
This week a new Social Basketball initiative was launched in Meath. The sessions are for women of any age, and any basketball skill level! Lisa O'Dowd, from Meath Local Sports Partnership, and Loui...
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How to be An Adult: Setting up a business with Aimee Connolly from 2021-08-24T03:25:52.337101
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all being your own boss! Our Show Pro today is the founder of Sculpted by Aimee, Aimee Connolly. Aimee started the business herself and brought it to the internat...
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"A Short Hopeful Guide To Climate Change" with Oisín McGann from 2021-08-24T03:25:52.335720
The fight against climate change can sometimes feel like a hopeless cause - Author, Oisín McGann has teamed up with 'Friends of the Earth' to write that hope in "A Short Hopeful Guide to Climate Ch...
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Housing Families with Focus Ireland from 2021-08-24T03:25:52.334664
With over 925 Families homeless in Ireland, including 2193 Children, Focus Ireland has published their 'Housing For All' strategy which aims to help these people in particular. Louise Bayliss, Camp...
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Tattoos with Cissa Spoerl from 2021-08-24T03:25:52.333781
Have you spent lockdown planning the perfect ink? With waiting lists out the door, tattoo parlors are seeing an influx of first-timers and seasoned body canvases! Cissa Spoerl, tattoo artist at The...
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Love Island Finale with Orlaith Condon from 2021-08-22T12:00
It's the most exciting time of the year - after weeks of coupling and recoupling - Love Island is coming to an end. Orlaith Condon, Host of 'My Pod On Paper' and Love Island Academic, joined us to ...
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Wellness Retreats with Kate Spicer from 2021-08-22T12:00
'Nine Perfect Strangers' is tv wellness feast. Starring Nicole Kidman, the series follows a group through their bizarre time in a wellness retreat. Journalist, Kate Spicer has written about her cop...
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Studio 8: Orla Gartland from 2021-08-22T12:00
This week, Orla Gartland released her debut album "Woman On The Internet". To celebrate the launch, Orla joined us in Studio 8 to perform acoustic versions of her tracks "You're Not Special, Babe" ...
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Madonna, an Icon, with Jenn Gannon from 2021-08-21T12:00
Sometimes it's just the right time to look at a legend and this weekend is the time to look at Madge! The oracle, and most qualified person for this joins us on the show, music journalist, Jenn Gan...
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How to be An Adult: Men's Health with Dr Amy Morgan from 2021-08-21T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about keeping blokes healthy! Our Show Pro today is Dr. Amy Morgan from Bryanstown Medical and she is walking us through the important things to watch! From g...
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Afghanistan and Ireland, with Colm O'Gorman from 2021-08-21T12:00
People across the world have watched as the Taliban advanced across Afghanistan, taking hold of Kabul on August 15th. Irish people have felt hopeless, but eager to help. Colm O'Gorman, Executive Di...
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River Swimming with Ella McSweeney from 2021-08-15T12:00
Sea swimming has been all the rage over the past few months but Ella McSweeney of the Irish Independent joins Louise to chat about Ireland's gorgeous rivers and how swimming in them may help fight ...
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Charity Shops with Tara Stewart from 2021-08-15T12:00
There's no doubt that charity shops play a big part in creating a sustainable lifestyle but for some, this can be a daunting task. How should you start? Tara Stewart, 2FM's own charity shop lover, ...
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Birth Trauma with Maria Saunders from 2021-08-15T12:00
Maria Saunders is a midwife, birth trauma resolution practitioner, and the founder of Restorative Birth. She was on to discuss how many people experience debilitating traumatic symptoms post-birth,...
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The IPCC Climate Report with Mary Frances Rochford from 2021-08-14T12:00
Following the IPCC's latest climate report, Mary Frances Rochford of the EPA, will discuss some of the most hopeful prospects found in the report, and how we can begin to make a real difference. Fr...
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How to be An Adult: Paying Taxes from 2021-08-14T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about the October tax deadline! Our Show Pro today is, namesake of AskPaul.ie, Paul Merriman! Sharing genuine advice and taking all your questions. Paul share...
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Why Solange Matters by Stephanie Philips from 2021-08-14T12:00
Stephanie Philips is a London-based music journalist and musician. She is also part of the collective behind Decolonise Fest, a festival celebrating punks of colour. Her new book tells the story o...
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Return of the Bra with Sinead Sanderson from 2021-08-07T11:42:04.550328
Unfortunately, a return to normality also means a return to bras! The dread is already setting in, but then it might be coming from a very easily solved issue. Sinead Sanderson, from Peaches and Cr...
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Orlaith Condons Weekly Watch from 2021-08-07T11:42:04.548907
We're tiptoeing back into civilization and, again, have to deal with keeping up with the conversation! So why not catch the series that everyone will be talking about next week. Orlaith is giving u...
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How to be An Adult: Adult Friendships from 2021-07-31T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about making pals! Our Show Pro today is, author and writer, Edel Coffey! Edel is guiding us through every stage of friendship - from the first spark to falli...
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Séamas O'Reillys "Did Ye Hear Mammy Died?" from 2021-07-31T12:00
Last week Séamas O'Reilly released his first book, "Did Ye Hear Mammy Died?". The book is a memoir and a journey through his own childhood, as one of 11 children. Séamas joined Louise to talk about...
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Death Cafes with Bernie Folan from 2021-07-31T12:00
Talking about death is important, that's how Bernie Folan sees it. Bernie has run Galway's Death Cafe since 2019 - a space for people to get together and to talk about our eventuality. Bernie joine...
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The Week That Was with Ellen Coyne! from 2021-07-31T12:00
News correspondent with Independent News and Media, Ellen Coyne joined us on Saturday morning to talk about the stories that propped up the week! In a week where Ireland passed 70% fully vaccinated...
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The Future of Working From Home with Seán Murray from 2021-07-23T19:40:37.586288
Seán Murray from The Journal talked to Louise about what remote working may look like once the pandemic passes.
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Fashion with Corina Gaffey from 2021-07-23T19:40:37.585556
Fashion journalist and stylist Corina Gaffey spoke to Louise all about loungewear and what we'll wear once restrictions are lifted.
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Is Poitín The Next Big Thing? from 2021-07-23T19:40:37.584764
Over the last few years, poitín has been going through a bit of a renaissance with new brands trying to bring it to the masses. One such brand is Micil Poitín and its founder Pádraic Ó Griallais ch...
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International Midwives Day with Tara Fakhry from 2021-07-23T19:40:37.583997
This week we celebrated International Midwives Day, and the focal theme this year was "Invest in Midwives". Tara Fakhry is the co-host of the 'Yonic Boom Podcast', and is herself a midwife in a bus...
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Shoe Heads with Darren Rice from 2021-07-23T19:40:37.583245
Collecting is both a love and business - that's the same for those collecting sneakers and shoes! Darren Rice, Radio DJ, and Broadcaster, joined Louise to talk about his own collection of trainers,...
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How to be An Adult: Return Anxiety with Janet Healy from 2021-07-23T19:40:37.582285
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about that anxious feeling! Our Show Pro today is Janet Healy, a psychotherapist with ReflectingMinds.ie! Getting back to normal isn't always as welcomed as w...
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The Vanishing Triangle with Claire McGowan from 2021-07-23T19:40:37.580647
In Dublin, in the '90s, 8 women went missing in an area of Dublin that became known as "The Vanishing Triangle". Claire McGowan, a Crime Novelist, has been looking into these cases in her book, ava...
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Are jeans in their flop era? with Corina Gaffey from 2021-07-18T12:00
Over the last couple of years, nobody has been reaching into the wardrobe and pulling out jeans - but, as everything returns, will jeans? Corina Gaffey, fashion journalist, and stylist joins us to ...
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Visiting family in prison with Ryan O'Rourke from 2021-07-18T12:00
Last week Ireland heard about the intimidation and unacceptable events faced by a solicitor visiting a client in Cloverhill Prison. Ryan O'Rourke, Journalist with the Irish Examiner, reflects on hi...
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Duine de Dhath with Ola Majekodunmi from 2021-07-18T12:00
Over time language changes - and that is also true for the Irish language. This week 'duine de dhath' was added to the National Terminology Database. Ola Majekodunmi, broadcaster and board member o...
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How to be An Adult: Sun Safety from 2021-07-17T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about rising heat! Our Show Pro today is Selene Daly, the Dermatology Nurse Specialist at the Sligo University Hospital! Selene is explaining SPF, UV, and oth...
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Izzy Wheels with Ailbhe Keane from 2021-07-17T12:00
Having spent their childhood decorating Izzy's wheelchair, sisters Izzy and Ailbhe Keane, have now turned their enjoyment into a business! Izzy's Wheels creates bespoke wheelchair covers to match u...
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'Sound Support' and the Olympic Games from 2021-07-17T12:00
This year's Olympics are different, our athletes have to compete without the support of their families. 'Sound Support' by FBD combines audio from the athlete's families, training, and musical elem...
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Rising Homophobia with LGBT Ireland from 2021-07-11T12:00
As Pride celebrations continue worldwide, there's been a spate of homophobic attacks - from flag burnings to physical violence. James O'Hagan from LGBT Ireland joined the show to explore the potent...
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The Fake Tan Guide with Gracey O'Connell from 2021-07-11T12:00
It's hot girl summer and it's time for a glow - and sometimes that glow needs to come from a bottle! Gracey O'Connell, Beauty Blogger and influencer, joins Louise to give all the best advice around...
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Nancy Jo Sales with 'Nothing Personal: My Secret Life in the Dating App Inferno' from 2021-07-11T12:00
Are dating apps the worst? Like THE WORST. Journalist and author Nancy Jo Sales has just released her book 'Nothing Personal: My Secret Life in the Dating App Inferno'. In the book, Nancy explores ...
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How to be An Adult: Safe Outdoor Living from 2021-07-10T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about our promised outdoor summer! Our Show Pro today is Ray Goggins, former Special Forces Soldier and part of RTÉs 'Special Forces: Ultimate Hell Week'. Ray...
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Shark Week with Jenny Bortoluzzi from 2021-07-10T12:00
'Shark Week' launches on the Discovery channel today - a time to educate and learn about the much-misunderstood shark. Jenny Bortoluzzi is a Ph.D. Researcher in the Dept of Zoology at Trinity Colle...
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Frendo with Dearbhail Ormond from 2021-07-10T12:00
Endometriosis is said to affect 1 in 10 Irish people who have periods. With short & long-term effects, the disease can have a massive impact on both physical and mental health. Dearbhail Ormond is ...
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'Hype' with Gabrielle Bluestone from 2021-07-05T20:36:38.045030
Award-winning journalist and writer Gabrielle Bluestone chatted to Louise about her new book 'Hype'
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How to be An Adult: Are teeth the new Boob Jobs? from 2021-07-05T20:36:38.043925
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about teeth! Dr. Paul O'Connell from 3Dental.ie told us all about the extravagant treatments people get and answered our listeners questions.
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Pop Culture Panel with Cassie Delaney from 2021-07-05T20:36:38.041462
Cassie Delaney, founder of Tall Tales Podcast Production, joined Louise to talk through the big pop culture stories of the week. From Will and Kate's video to Joe Rogan confirming he's a moron - th...
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Pride to Pride Pop Panel! from 2021-06-27T12:00
We're covering a year in queer pop culture today! The fantastic John and Dave, of Gogglebox fame, joined Louise to talk about all the LGBT+ and LGBT+ adjacent stories that got us excited since Prid...
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Colm Conlan on Rural Pride and Farming from 2021-06-27T12:00
Pride happens in every county of Ireland, on the streets of Dublin and the fields of Donegal. Colm Conlan is an LGBT+ Farmer in Kildare and this week is on the cover of Irish Country Living. Colm s...
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LGBT+ TV with Orlaith Condon from 2021-06-27T12:00
This year we watched the Pride Parade from our couches and beds - a pride celebration from the comfort of our homes. We thought what better time to catch some LGBT+ TV! Orlaith Condon, Host of 'My ...
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'Is Rainbow Muid' with Collette O'Regan from 2021-06-27T12:00
Pride is a constant fight for equality and inclusion. Collette O'Regan is the Senior Training & Advocacy Coordinator with LGBT Ireland. She's also the facilitator of 'Is Rainbow Muid', a peer suppo...
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How to be An Adult: The Price of Freedom - Spending from 2021-06-26T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about that cash, cash! Our Show Pro today is Financial Advisor, Paul Merriman from AskPaul.ie. As we go to cafes, restaurants, cinemas and everything else tha...
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Jen Hatton on the housing crisis in Ireland from 2021-06-26T12:00
As we debate Ireland's housing crisis - it's important to remember that there are people, families, stuck waiting for things to change. Jen Hatton, Comedian and Co-Host of the 'Unpopular Opinion Po...
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The Trinity Centre for People With Intellectual Disabilities from 2021-06-26T12:00
The 'Trinity Centre for People With Intellectual Disabilities' offers a new path through education and onsite work experience for people with intellectual disabilities. Professor Michael Shevlinis ...
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'One Good Turn' in the Abbey Theatre, with Una McKevitt from 2021-06-20T12:00
We're delighted to say the theatre is back. We spoke to Una McKevitt who wrote "One Good Turn", a play opening in the Abbey Theatre this weekend. One Good Turn follows a family on the brink who are...
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Cookbook memoirs with Sophie White from 2021-06-20T12:00
Have you ever wanted a great recipe, accompanied by a story? Well, then you want a Memoir Cookbook! Sophie White, author of Recipes for a Nervous Breakdown, is giving us the ultimate guide to book...
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Gemma Dunleavy on the housing crisis in Ireland from 2021-06-20T12:00
Having grown up on Sheriff Street, Gemma Dunleavy is now watching as her family and neighbors, are pushed out of the area because of the housing crisis. Gemma, musician, and RTE 2FM Rising Artist, ...
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How to be An Adult: Sexual Health with Dr. Amy Morgan from 2021-06-19T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about riding safely! Our Show Pro today is Dr. Amy Morgan from Bryanstown Medical and she is reminding us of the best way to care for our sexual health as we ...
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Doggie Day Care with Nanci Creedon from 2021-06-19T12:00
As the country locked down in 2019, we were joined by Nanci Creedon to talk about adapting our doggie's life to working from home. Now, as we reopen as a country, we wanted to catch up with Nanci a...
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The growth of Drag in Ireland with Victoria Secret from 2021-06-19T12:00
The art of drag is not a new concept or form of entertainment, but like anything, it changes over time! Victoria Secret, self-proclaimed tallest Queen in Ireland and Co-Host of the Petty Little Thi...
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Brain Fog with Dr. Sabina Brennan from 2021-06-17T12:48:45.237979
Aifric O'Connell Presents: Brain Fog can be a side effect of Chemotherapy, Pregnancy, and some medications. It's now showing up more in patients with Long Covid. Dr. Sabina Brennan is a Neuroscient...
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Michael Frys 'Viral Bangers and Internet Mash' from 2021-06-17T12:48:45.237125
Aifric O'Connell Presents: Verified light in the darkness of COVID has been the Irish comedy scene. One of its brightest stars is Michael Fry! This week Michael launched his album 'Viral Bangers an...
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How to be An Adult: How To Move To A New House from 2021-06-17T12:48:45.236215
Aifric O'Connell Presents: This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about getting moving! One of the most stressful events in a person's life is moving to a new house... Imagine how much worse it get...
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Swapping and 'Barterkind' with Carla Rosenkranz from 2021-06-17T12:48:45.234137
Aifric O'Connell Presents: Over the last year we've all become cleanout queens, but is there something you could do with the stuff you no longer need? Barterkind is a platform where you can list yo...
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"Hassan and Hussein - Born Connected" from 2021-06-17T12:48:45.232685
Aifric O'Connell Presents: To celebrate the 10th anniversary of their separation, Hassan & Hussein Benhaffaf have set themselves the challenge of tackling a massive climbing wall! The challenge has...
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Orlaith Condons Isolation Television from 2021-06-17T12:48:45.231900
Aifric O'Connell Presents: If you don't have Bank Holiday plans, what better to do than binge a series. Orlaith Condon, Content Editor and Producer at OneFabDay, has the best advice of what everyon...
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Women of the Wild Atlantic Way with Grainne Lyons from 2021-06-13T12:00
Over the next few months, many of us will make our way along the Wild Atlantic Way. Gráinne Lyons, documentary maker and writer, has made the journey but with a different tour guide. Gráinne is fol...
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Return to the Cinema Screen with Póilín Nic Géidigh from 2021-06-13T12:00
It's finally happening, the corn is popped, the sweets are stacked and the volume is turned to booming - Cinemas are back. Póilín Nic Géidigh, Broadcaster with Raidió na Gaeltachta, joined the show...
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Gyms and our mental health with Saoirse McHugh from 2021-06-13T12:00
Gyms have finally reopened and, environmental activist, Saoirse McHugh knows the importance of gyms to our mental health. Saoirse spent a long time learning to understand her body, and previously b...
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How to be An Adult: Cosmetic Procedures with The Skin Nerd from 2021-06-12T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all Tweak-ments! Our Show Pro today is the saviour of all things dermal, Jennifer Rock AKA The Skin Nerd. Jennifer is chatting to us about everything after the ma...
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Adult Entertainment and the Pandemic with Zac and Connor from 2021-06-12T12:00
Last year the entertainment industry came to a halt, and that really was the entire industry. Zac Smith & Connor Stringer are athletes and adult entertainers with The Dreamboys. Zac and Connor join...
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'Know Your Queer History' with Domhnaill Harkin and ShoutOut from 2021-06-12T12:00
Domhnaill Harkin, a volunteer and member of the steering committee for ShoutOut, saw that many young people didn't know the history of LGBT+ rights in Ireland or where to find that information out....
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Help to Read with Dr Holly Foley from 2021-05-30T12:00
Over the last year, reading with children at home has become a wide expectation, but sometimes it's not an option. Whether your home has a low literacy level, or you’re just trying to avoid passing...
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The 'Great Green Wall' with Inna Modja from 2021-05-30T12:00
The Great Green Wall is an African-led movement with an epic ambition to grow an 8,000km natural wonder of the world across the entire width of Africa. Inna Modja, activist, model, and musician, j...
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Irish - China relations with Adam Daly from 2021-05-30T12:00
Each month we are joined by The Good Information Project to explore some of their recent research. This month, the project has been looking into Ireland - China relations! We were joined by Adam Da...
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How to be An Adult: Caring for your feet with Caoimhe Russell from 2021-05-29T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about knees to toes, knees to toes! Our Show Pro today is, SCPI-registered podiatrist with Spectrum Health, Caoimhe Russell! Whether you're putting off foot c...
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Adult Cartoons with Sarah Griffin from 2021-05-29T12:00
Last week the film Shrek came under attack on its 20th anniversary, but adults across the world were having none of it. As it turns out there are lots of cartoons created for, and loved by adults! ...
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"Mother Mother" with Annie Macmanus from 2021-05-29T12:00
Annie Macmanus, one of the most influential DJs worldwide, has just released her debut novel "Mother Mother". The novel follows TJ in a desperate search for his missing mum, learning about her life...
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The Policing Authority with Helen Hall from 2021-05-23T12:00
The Policing Authority is a body that was established in 2016 to work with the Gardaí on policing priorities that the public want focused on and they are seeking involvement from people across Irel...
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Post-Partum Hair with Claire Fullam from 2021-05-23T12:00
Post-partum hair loss is a very common but less spoken about aspect of childbirth so, on Sunday's show, Claire Fullam of truahair.ie (aka Claire Balding) joined Louise to discuss hair loss and her ...
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Travel Trends with The Gastro Gays from 2021-05-23T12:00
Russell and Patrick, otherwise known as The Gastro Gays, joined us for this week's Trends slot on the show to chat post-pandemic travel, including which countries we can currently visit, whether we...
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Missing Pets with Robert Kenny from 2021-05-22T12:00
Europe's only certified Pet Detective, Robert Kenny of Happy Tails Detectives, joined Louise on the show on Saturday to chat about the increase in pet thefts during the pandemic, as well as how he ...
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How To Be An Adult: Waxing with Ellen Kavanagh-Jones from 2021-05-22T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about Waxing! Ellen Kavanagh-Jones from Waxperts.ie and Heirewax.ie joined us on the show to discuss the ins and outs of waxing, including how to tell the dif...
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The 8th with Ailbhe Smyth and Andrea Horan from 2021-05-22T12:00
The 8th is a new documentary film which tells the story of Irish women and their fight to overturn one of the most restrictive laws on abortion in the world. Ailbhe Smyth, co-director of the 'Toget...
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High Street Beauty with Gracey O'Connell from 2021-05-16T12:00
This week Zara is preparing a launch of their brand-new makeup line! They're not the first high street store to launch a line, but will it be the best? Makeup Artists and Beauty Instagrammer, Grace...
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Accessibility as we move outdoors with Éabha Wall from 2021-05-16T12:00
As Ireland prepares to reopen outdoors, moves are being made to change how we use public spaces. Without proper consultation, these changes risk making areas less accessible. Éabha Wall, a disabili...
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'After the storm' with Emma Jane Unsworth from 2021-05-16T12:00
Pregnancy is nice, or at least that's what is often sold. In her latest release, 'After the Storm', Emma Jane Unsworth reexamines the negative aspects of her own pregnancy and why they are less me...
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How to be An Adult: Housing in Ireland from 2021-05-15T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about homeownership! Our Show Pro today is Dr. Lorcan Sirr, from the School of Real Estate and Construction Economics in TUD, and he's back to explain Reits, ...
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Inclusive Period Care Products with Jamie Raines from 2021-05-15T12:00
Jamie Raines, a transgender activist, joined us to talk about inclusive period products. Not everyone who gets a period is a woman and often trans men have to deal with them during puberty and long...
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The Vaccination Programme with Dr. Ronan Glynn from 2021-05-15T12:00
On Saturday we were joined by Dr. Ronan Glynn, the Deputy Chief Medical Officer of Ireland. Dr. Glynn spoke to Louise about the vaccine rollout and how we should expect it to progress over the next...
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'Acts Of Desperation' with Megan Nolan from 2021-05-15T02:27:26.136309
This week, author, Megan Nolan released her debut novel 'Acts of Desperation' - a story of toxic relationships and why people stay in them. Megan joined Louise to speak about living in London, writ...
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EXPLICIT: Erectile Dysfunction with Mojo.so from 2021-05-15T02:27:26.110876
Angus Barge is the co-Founder of Mojo.so, a site that aims to help men who are struggling with erectile dysfunction. After searching for information about the issue, Angus recognized how little hel...
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How to be An Adult: Public Speaking with Michelle O'Grady from 2021-05-15T02:27:26.109225
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about talking! Our Show Pro today is the Founder of Réalta Public Speaking School, Michelle O'Grady. The pandemic brought a new fear of public speaking with i...
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Crown Beoir with Breda Mayock and Annie Lawrence from 2021-05-15T02:27:26.106522
'Crown Beoir' is an exhibition in the National Museum of Ireland, Country Life, in Castlebar. The exhibition focuses on traveller women and girls, and how hair it is linked to identity, ethnicity, ...
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Architecture in you 5KM with Emma Gilleece from 2021-05-15T02:27:26.105502
We have walked, strolled and moved through our 5KM surroundings hundreds of times over the few months, but have we really looked at them? Emma Gilleece is an Architectural Historian and joins Louis...
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Spring decluttering with Emma Gleeson from 2021-05-15T02:27:26.104724
It's spring - a perfect time to finally attack that collection of trash building up in the cupboard! Founder of 'Give Up Yer Aul Tings', a professional home decluttering service, Emma Gleeson is ch...
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Summer Salads with Lilly Higgins from 2021-04-25T12:00
As the weather gets a little warmer the 'fresh' cravings really start to take hold. In Ireland, our salad knowledge is thin on the ground so we asked, chef and Food Writer for the Irish Times, Lill...
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Skatebirds with Chloe Christie from 2021-04-25T12:00
One of the universal truths is that skating is cool. There are barriers to getting on the board though and 'Skatebirds', a group to help get more people skating, are tackling exactly that! Chloe Ch...
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The Shelter: Animal SOS with Elise O'Byrne-White from 2021-04-25T12:00
On Friday, "The Shelter: Animal SOS" premiered on RTÉ One. The show follows the work of the DSPCA, and the vets who work hard to help animals in need. Elise O Byrne-White, Vet and Rugby player, spo...
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How to be An Adult: Indoor plants with Hopeless Botanics from 2021-04-24T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about plant babies! Our Show Pro today is Erin Thomas of Hopeless Botanics. So many people embraced the green baby during the pandemic and, as we leave winter...
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Newsletters with Sophie White from 2021-04-24T12:00
There are numerous ways to consume the internet but it's hard to find a more personal way than through newsletters. Sophie White, Author and Life Guru, is a newsletter pro and joins Louise to expla...
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Food Isn’t Medicine with Dr Joshua Wolrich from 2021-04-24T12:00
Dr Joshua Wolrich, NHS Surgical Doctor, has released a new book "Food Isn't Medicine: Challenge Nutribollocks & Escape The Diet Trap". Dr. Wolrich challenges the stigma and myths around weight and ...
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Stammering and The McGuire Programme with Patrick Hanlon from 2021-04-18T12:00
Stammering affects up to 50,000 people in Ireland but is something less often spoken about. The McGuire Programme Ireland helps people to speak in complete control. Patrick Hanlon, one half of the ...
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Greenwashing with Laura Egan from 2021-04-18T12:00
As people try to spend their money in a responsible way, businesses have been quick to reflect these needs in products. Laura Egan, Founder of sustainable fashion hub Minti, is talking to us about ...
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A Healthy Geriatric Sex Life with Mary Ni Lochlainn from 2021-04-18T12:00
There's a common myth that sexual drive diminishes as we get older - this misconception impacts many other aspects of an older person's life like medications, personal care, and even basic interact...
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How to be An Adult: Where to bank, and save your money from 2021-04-17T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about where to keep your cash! Our Show Pro today is Financial Advisor, Paul Merriman from AskPaul.ie. Over the last few weeks, there have been some bad news ...
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The Big Laugh-In for Dublin's Rape Crisis Center with Alison Spittle from 2021-04-17T12:00
Last year a series of tweets sparked the creation of the group "Comedy Safety Standards". The group worked with the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre to create their guidelines. Comedian Alison spittle has...
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IBS Awareness Month with Elaine McGowan and Professor Barbara Ryan from 2021-04-17T12:00
April is Irritable Bowel Awareness Month, a condition that affects 1 in 10 people. Registered Clinical Dietician, Elaine McGowan, and Professor of Gastroenterology, Barbara Ryan, are on a mission t...
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Writing with Marian Keys from 2021-04-15T01:51:35.669947
Award winning Author Marian Keys had the beginners guide to writing for Louise.
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How to be An Adult: Growing Vegetables with Michael Kelly from 2021-04-15T01:51:35.669233
Its the first weekend of spring and to celebrate this gardening guru and founder of Grow It Yourself Ireland Michael Kelly had the beginners guide to vegetable planting for Louise.
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Bits of Me Podcast-Linnea Dunne from 2021-04-15T01:51:35.668235
Podcast creator Linnea Dunne has faced battles with finding supportive health care in Ireland and decided to highlight the issue in her podcast Bits of Me.
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Panel- Sunday Pop Culture from 2021-04-15T01:51:35.666546
It's all Pop and Culture with our panel this week. Cassie Delaney, Founder of Tall Tales Podcast Production, has all the happenings in the pop world! As allegations mount against Marilyn cops are...
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Bad Bridgets from 2021-04-15T01:51:35.665327
Ulster academics Dr Leanne McCormick and Dr Elaine Farrell discuss their research into Irish who emigrated to the United States of America and found themselves on the wrong side of the law.
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TV Trends- Orlaith Condon from 2021-04-15T01:51:35.664081
Craetor of The Weekly Watch Orlaith Condon has hunted down some fabulous televisual delights for the coming week!
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Clubbing is Culture- Andrea Horan from 2021-04-15T01:51:35.663100
Over the years a number of buildings that once hosted cultural hubs have been demolished for "just for profit hotels". Tropical Popical Owner and Dublin activist Andrea Horan believes that clubbin...
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The Gay Mens Health Service with Adam Shanley from 2021-04-11T12:00
For over a year the Gay Mens Health Service has been closed and is the only public sexual health service that hasn’t reopened since March 2020. Adam Shanley, Programme Manager at MPOWER, joined Lou...
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Cream Makeup with Gracey O'Connell from 2021-04-11T12:00
Make Up Artist and beauty influencer, Gracey O’Connell joined Louise to talk about the many forms of cream makeup! Gracey is a cream products STAN and is here with all the advice on cream bronzers ...
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The Good Information Project: A United Ireland from 2021-04-11T12:00
The Good Information Project, by The Journal, explores topics that affect Ireland future BUT with a focus on the things YOU want to know. Their first topic is "What would a United Ireland look like...
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How to be An Adult: Rescuing Our Libido. from 2021-04-10T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about getting engines running! Our Show Pro today is Aine Ward, a Sex and Relationship Psychotherapist from Insight Matters. Aine is helping us understand our...
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Ramadan with Lorraine O'Connor from 2021-04-10T12:00
This week millions of Muslims around the world will start to observe the holy month of Ramadan. Lorraine O'Connor, from Muslim Sisters of Eire, joined Louise on the show to talk about the holiest m...
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'Glossy: The Inside Story of Vogue' with Nina-Sophia Miralles from 2021-04-10T12:00
Over the past 128 years, there has been one brand with the final say on fashion... Vogue. It's rare that we get to see behind the scenes of these decisions, but Nina-Sophia Miralles is the author o...
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Dine at Home Meal Kits with The GastroGays from 2021-03-28T12:00
Over the last year - our favourite restaurants have had to adapt to new way of service! The Dine at Home Meal Kit has become a great way to keep exploring food from the safety of your own kitchen! ...
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Understanding Asexuality from 2021-03-28T12:00
In Ireland, there is wide gap in information when it comes to asexuality. The orientation is often misunderstood or worse, invisible. Oscar, from Asexuality Ireland, joined Louise hoping to increas...
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Womens Wealth with Annabelle Williams from 2021-03-28T12:00
In her book, "Why Women Are Poorer Than Men and What We Can Do About It", Annabelle Williams talks about Womens wealth and how it's limited. From 'Tampon Taxes' to pension differences, there are in...
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How to be An Adult: Basic Science from 2021-03-27T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about knowing the basics! We want to create a safe space to learn the basics again. Our Show Pro today is Head of Strategic Academic Engagement at Science Gal...
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Female Popstar Documentaries with Louise Bruton from 2021-03-27T12:00
This week "Dancing with The Devil", Demi Lovato's story of sobriety and relapse landed on YouTube this week. With interviews from her friends and family, the doc talks about some of the pressures o...
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Fatal Foetal Abnormality in Ireland from 2021-03-27T12:00
In August 2020, Richard and Emma Stevenson found out they were pregnant. At the 20-week scan, they were told there was an issue, and it is unlikely the baby would survive birth. During that grief, ...
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Escapism in pages with Laurence Mackin from 2021-03-25T04:40:44.258823
Now that Christmas is over, there's a chance you just need to NOT think about reality. Writer and editor, Laurence Mackin has the perfect way to run away! Books! Laurence has gathered a list of th...
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End of the West-Kardashian road with Jenn Gannon from 2021-03-25T04:40:44.257641
This week, rumours spread of trouble within one of the most reliable, and spoken about, couples in modern celebrity. Kim and Kanye are facing an end. Journalist and Kimye Kween, Jenn Gannon joined ...
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How to be An Adult: New Year, New Cash Habits with Paul Merriman! from 2021-03-25T04:40:44.255995
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about your cash! Our Show Pro today is Financial Advisor, Paul Merriman from AskPaul.ie. January is the perfect time to look at your money and say "What on ea...
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Kids Books with Dr Holly Foley from 2021-03-21T12:00
When kids find themselves in hard situations, we must use every tool in the arsenal to help them to understand. Dr Holly Foley is the Co-Chair of Dublin Learning City and joins the show to talk abo...
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Four-Day Week Campaign with Joe O'Connor from 2021-03-21T12:00
Last week the Spanish Government agreed to a pilot scheme for a four-day work week. In Ireland, the 'Four-Day Week Ireland' Campaign has been making moves to shorten the Irish work week and Joe O'C...
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Near Death Experiences Bruce Greyson from 2021-03-21T12:00
We all have different ideas of what to expect at the end - bright lights, tunnels, reunions with loved ones. Our expectations come from the experiences of people who've had near death experiences. ...
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How to be An Adult: Spring Cleaning from 2021-03-20T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about making the place shine! Our Show Pro today is Queen of Clean, Caroline Clarke. From sparkling windows to the untouchable dirt - Caroline has a tip for e...
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Diversifying Superhero's with James Dempsey from 2021-03-20T12:00
To celebrate Captain America's 80th birthday, Marvel is launching a new series - 'The United States of Captain America '- and for the first time, Captain America will be a queer superhero! James De...
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Violence Against Women with Chris Read from 2021-03-20T12:00
Last week, the murder of Sarah Everard sparked vigils and sharing, from women who face violence in their daily life. But how do we move to solve the problem? What practical measures can we take to...
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Bacon The Cookbook by Niamh Shields from 2021-03-14T12:00
Food blogger and Founder of Eat Like Girl, Niamh Shields spoke to Louise about her new book 'Bacon The Cookbook'.
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Waves and curls are becoming super trendy from 2021-03-14T12:00
Gabriella Strano from Curlmaven.ie, discuss how to care for our natural curly and wavy hair, which is becoming very fashionable right now.
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Myths and Miss-understandings around suicide from 2021-03-14T12:00
Psychologist and National Eden Programme Manager at Suicide or Survive, Paula Lawlor spoke to Louise about the importance of looking after our mental health and the miss-understandings around suici...
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Porn and Relationships from 2021-03-13T12:00
Lecture at DCU and creator of the Glow West, Dr Caroline West, joins Lousie to discuss how finding out your partner looks at porn can play a health part of a relationship.
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How to be An Adult: Buying, Renting and Moving from 2021-03-13T12:00
Senior Lecture at The School of Real Estate and Construction Economics, Technological University Dublin is on hand to answer all your housing and accommodation questions.
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Corpsing: My Body and Other Horror Shows by Sophie White from 2021-03-13T12:00
Author and columnist, Sophie White, spoke to Louise about her new book which looks at the reality of womanhood in the 21st century, and the fear that must be consumed in order to find your path thr...
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Blathnaid Treacy: Look Good, Feel better. from 2021-03-05T15:41:32.745609
Look good Feel better partner with Beauty businesses to support those struggling with the side effects of cancer treatment. Cathy Moore is a volunteer with the charity and spoke to Blathnaid about ...
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Blathnaid Treacy: Adopt, Don't Shop with DSPCA from 2021-03-05T15:41:32.744088
As we approach Christmas we have the annual urge to adopt, don't Shop from all animal welfare charities. Gillian Bird from the DSPCA joins the show. This Christmas is a little different because peo...
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Blathnaid Treacy: How to be An Adult: Challenging Christmas' with Janet Healy! from 2021-03-05T15:41:32.742363
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about going home for Christmas, or not! People celebrate Christmas in different ways and not everyone relies on the big family get together. Janet is giving a...
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Blathnaid Treacy: The Week That Was with Ellen Coyne! from 2021-03-05T15:41:32.740984
News correspondent with Independent News, Ellen Coyne, joined us on Saturday morning to talk about the stories that propped up the week! As the first vaccines land on the island, Ellen spoke to us ...
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Christmas in Direct provision with MASI from 2021-03-05T15:41:32.739471
In Ireland, we've a fairly specific idea of what Christmas day looks like but, for those living in Direct Provision, it often looks very different. Lucky Khambule, coordinator & co-founder of MASI ...
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The importance of a name with Violet O'Brien from 2021-03-05T15:41:32.736571
This week Elliott Page, Star of Juno, came out as trans. Elliots decision to change his name may seem like a small step in the transition process but it is a significant one for any person transiti...
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Beauty trends with Ally Garvey from 2021-03-05T15:41:32.735595
Ally Garvey, Beauty Expert on The Today Show and AllyGarvey on Instagram, joins Blathnaid to talk winter wonder looks. Ally had advice on caring for your skin in the cold, balancing the perfect fac...
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Brexit Shopping with Denise O'Donoghue from 2021-02-28T12:00
Over the last couple of months how we shop has changed... It's become more expensive! With charges appearing on UK imports, we wanted to find out where was impacted and how to shop fee-free! Denise...
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Eating Disorder Awareness Week with Jacqueline Campion from 2021-02-28T12:00
March 1st to 7th is Eating Disorder Awareness Week - a chance to talk about the problems, the help available and life after disordered eating. Jacqueline Campion is an Eating Distress Practitioner ...
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How to be An Adult: Buying a home with a pal! from 2021-02-27T12:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about different ways to get a home! Our Show Pro today is Financial Advisor, Paul Merriman from AskPaul.ie. Buying a house alone might not seem like a reality...
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'Awake You Lie' with Wyvern Lingo from 2021-02-27T12:00
After two long years, Wyvern Lingo are back with their second album 'Awake You Lie'. Released this week, the band recorded some special live music for the show and Karen joined Louise to talk about...
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Comfy Films with Emer McLysaght from 2021-02-27T12:00
Grab a blanket, a hot cup of something and some junk food, because we're talking comfort films! From warm feeling comedies to nostalgic rom coms, Pretty Woman to Paddington - Author and Columnist, ...
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Covid Taste Loss with Ryan Riley from 2021-02-21T12:00
Ryan Riley, co founder of Life Kitchen, tells us about cooking for people who've lost their sense of taste from Covid-19.
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Wine advice with Mick O'Connell from 2021-02-21T12:00
Mick O'Connell, Master of Wine and co-owner of Neighborhood Wines, tells us all about tasting and buying the best wine.
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Intimate Relationship Abuse with Juliana Shiel from 2021-02-21T12:00
Juliana Shiel tells us about her experience of intimate relationship abuse and why organizations like Women's Aid are vital
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Jobs in Space with Niamh Shaw from 2021-02-20T13:00
Dr Niamh Shaw, communicator of science and space, tells us that the European Space Agency has said it will be opening applications in March for new astronauts to join its ranks and she plans to be ...
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How to be an Adult: Pest Control from 2021-02-20T13:00
On today's How to be an Adult we are talking to Richard Faulkner, advanced Technical Field Consultant with Rentokil who has over 23 years in the business to share his pest wisdom with us.
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Podcasts For The Soul with Sarah Maria Griffin from 2021-02-20T13:00
Sarah Maria Griffin, Author and Co-Host of the Juvenilia Podcast, is here to tell us about some podcasts that are perfect for losing yourself in!
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Pastoral Care with Chaplain John Kelly from 2021-02-14T13:00
On Tuesday, RTÉ Investigates brought us inside Tallaght University Hospital COVID Wards. We met the patients, staff and Pastoral team. Pastoral Director at TUH, Chaplain John Kelly joined the show ...
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The need to know of Sandwiches with Jess Murphy from 2021-02-14T13:00
If you love something, put it between bread. Everything is made better in a sandwich, but there's always room to make your sandwiches better! Jess Murphy, Head Chef at Kai Restaurant in Galway, is ...
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Crying at work with Sinead Brady from 2021-02-14T13:00
Sometimes it's anger, sometimes it's passion, sometimes it's just unavoidable - but is crying at work really that bad? Career Psychologist, Sinead Brady joined the show to talk about why someone mi...
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How to be An Adult: Home-schooling with Dr. Colman Noctor! from 2021-02-13T13:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about learning at home! Our Show Pro today is Child and adolescent psychoanalytical psychotherapist, Dr. Colman Noctor! Dr. Noctor is here to talk about the r...
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Dancing at home with Bonnie Boux from 2021-02-13T13:00
If there's one thing we are doing more of, over the last year, it's dancing! Burlesque Performer and Movement Coach, Bonnie Boux, knows the importance of movement! Bonnie is telling us how to get a...
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'We are all birds of Uganda' with Hafsa Zayyan from 2021-02-13T13:00
Curated by Stormzy, #Merky Books forms a home for a new generation of voices. A place where people can hear voices that might not have an opportunity to speak otherwise. Co-Winner of the inaugural ...
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Olympic Breakdancing with Cian Mulchahy from 2021-01-31T13:00
Breakdancing is to make its Olympic debut at the 2024 Games and those who want to compete are already in training! Cian Mulchahy has been breaking since his teens in Cork and is now in Vancouver tr...
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Skincare routines with Gracey O’Connell from 2021-01-31T13:00
New Year, New Skin, New Routine, New Me, New Everything! Make Up Artist and beauty influencer, Gracey O’Connell joined Louise to talk about skincare routines - how to get a good one, what to look o...
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Irelands Aids Crisis with Tonie Walsh from 2021-01-31T13:00
Over the last week, praise for Russell T Davies' "It's a Sin" has been loud and absolute! The mini-series focuses on the HIV and AIDS epidemic of the 1980s in the UK. For many, the show is their fi...
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How to be An Adult: training your pets with Nanci Creedon! from 2021-01-30T13:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about our fur babies! Our Show Pro today is, animal behaviour expert, Nanci Creedon! Pets have, without a doubt, been the silver lining of most people's year,...
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Representation and Bling Empire with Zoë Carol Wong from 2021-01-30T13:00
Netflix's new reality hit is a real-life creation of the film 'Crazy Rich Asians'. The series is led entirely by an Asian and American-Asian cast, but does that make it representative? Zoë Carol Wo...
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Breastfeeding with Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin from 2021-01-30T13:00
Ireland has one of the lowest breastfeeding rates across the world. Unfortunately, supports for mothers who want to breastfeed are dramatically under-resourced. Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin, Lecturer ...
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COVID Fashion with Corina Gaffey from 2021-01-24T13:00
Will we ever wear Skinny Jeans again? Fashion Editor, Writer, and Stylist, Corina Gaffey joined Louise to talk about what's gone for life! Our move to bottomless zooms and tracksuit chic may have c...
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News2Day with Avril Hoare from 2021-01-24T13:00
Trying to get your head around the news this year has been hard - it's been much harder for kids. Luckily, they have News2Day to help keep them informed! Editor of News2Day, Avril Hoare, joined Lou...
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Quizzing Obsessions with Alan Flanagan from 2021-01-24T13:00
One of the 'lockdown buzzwords' has absolutely been "Quiz". Zoom Quizes, Quiz Shows, Online Quiz's - we're mad for them! Alan Flanagan is a certified quiz enthusiast and has appeared on multiple TV...
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How to be An Adult: Caring for your health with Dr Amy Morgan! from 2021-01-23T13:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about our health! Our Show Pro today is Dr Amy Morgan, who is going to give us some essential advice for essential health vigilance! From mole mapping to mamm...
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Candles with D8CandleCo from 2021-01-23T13:00
The world has gone mad for a good scented candle. Of course, we have always loved them but over the last year, making a home 'homely' has become supremely important! Lydia Ging is the founder of D8...
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Rooted in Africa and Ireland with Diane and Joy-Tendai from 2021-01-23T13:00
For people in Ireland who have roots in Africa, it can sometimes feel like they have to choose between feeling Irish and feeling African. 'Rooted in Africa and Ireland' is trying to support those c...
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Traveling via your plate with Gastro Gays from 2021-01-17T13:00
We can't take flights, we can't take boats, we can't move ourselves to Greek islands and sing BUT we can still get the taste of it! GastroGays, Russell and Patrick, join the show to talk about gett...
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Share Joy with Anne-Marie Tomchak from 2021-01-17T13:00
The Share Joy Project created by Anne-Marie Tomchak aims to raise funds for Pieta House! Anne-Marie has gathered 20 accomplished Irish women and asked them to donate items from their wardrobes that...
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Estrangement and Stand Alone with Dr Becca Bland from 2021-01-17T13:00
Millions of people in the UK & Ireland have cut contact with at least one family member. The decision can be hard to make and maintain when so much of society is based around the family structure. ...
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How to be An Adult: Health Insurance with Dermot Goode! from 2021-01-16T13:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about health insurance! Our Show Pro today is Dermot Goode, Health Insurance Expert with TotalHealthCover.ie! Dermot's knowledge of health cover is endless bu...
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Maternity in COVID with Laura Cunningham from 2021-01-16T13:00
Mothers who have given birth throughout the pandemic have faced a very different maternity leave than they might than expected. Laura Cunningham is talking to Louise about the added hardship of try...
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Online Gigs to watch back with Nialler9 from 2021-01-16T13:00
As we move towards a full year without live gigs, we are searching for a way to fill the void. Niall Byrne, Founder of Nialler9 and host of the Nialler9 podcast, is pointing us in the direction of ...
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NSFW - The Clit Test with Frances Rayner from 2021-01-10T13:00
ADULT CONTENT: In film and television, sex scenes are not always true to life! Ok that's not breaking news but why is it accepted? Frances Rayner and her friend wanted to create a way of holding te...
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Tips for Talking with Janet Healy from 2021-01-10T13:00
Since Christmas the COVID-19 numbers in Ireland have skyrockets but, still, some people are not social distancing or following guidelines. When those are family or close friends it can create huge ...
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2020's Pop and Culture Panel! from 2020-12-20T13:00
It's all Pop and Culture with our panel this YEAR! We might have been trapped indoors most of the year, but that only made the shared experiences more intense! Authors of the 'Aisling' books, Emer ...
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Christmas viewing with Doireann Garrihy. from 2020-12-20T13:00
The choice is always harder at Christmas - Love Actually or the Corrie Special? Our very own Doireann Garrihy is telling us all the best bits on TV this Christmas! Doireann is also talking about he...
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Awkward Christmas Conversations Sophie white from 2020-12-20T13:00
There are some certainties in life - death, taxes, and inappropriate questions at Christmas. Author and Life Guru, Sophie White is here to equip us with the right way to deal with those moments. Qu...
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The Year That Was with Ellen Coyne! The BIG One. from 2020-12-19T13:00
News correspondent with Independent News, Ellen Coyne, joined us on Saturday morning to talk about the stories that propped up the year! You may have forgotten, but the year of COVID was also the y...
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How to be An Adult: Last-minute fixes with Laura de Barra! from 2020-12-19T13:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about Christmas! Our Show Pro today is Gaff Goddess and She-I-Y Queen, Laura de Barra. To make Christmas a little easier, Laura has all the last-minute fixes ...
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Scarring with Aoife McCabe from 2020-12-19T13:00
For many reasons, people can gain a scar throughout their life. Sometimes the scar is easily hidden and has little effect, sometimes it can't be hidden and changes someone's entire life. Aoife McC...
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Christmas Crafts with Joanne Mooney from 2020-12-13T13:00
Christmas is the perfect time to work those newly found craft muscles. Joanne Mooney runs TinyThings.ie and A Proud Home Instagram account and is here to talk craft! From Pom Pom wrapping to punch ...
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Guerrilla Gardening in Ireland and the UK from 2020-12-13T13:00
Over lockdown, the world has come a little closer to green. Catherine Cleary is the co-founder of Pocket Forest - a campaign to get small spaces more natural. Ellen Miles is the founder of “Nature ...
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The Perfect Playlist with Louise Bruton from 2020-12-13T13:00
Whether it’s the work ‘Christmas Zoom Party’, or the coveted Christmas dinner set – getting the playlist right is important! Music Journalist and Playlist Queen Louise Bruton is here to talk about ...
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Super Saturday with Elaine Buckley from 2020-12-12T13:00
This year's Super Saturday is a bit different from last years! With a full day of women's sport, including two big finals, RTÉ Sport will be showing documentaries and archive footage alongside the ...
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Furkan Karayel and the WomenTech Global Awards from 2020-12-12T13:00
Furkan Karayel is an inclusive leadership advisor at Diversein.com and an associate lecturer at IADT. Furkan is working to create a more inclusive tech sector and inspire women who work or want to ...
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How to be An Adult: January cash prep with Paul Merriman! from 2020-12-12T13:00
This week, ‘How to be an Adult’ is all about January! Our Show Pro today is Financial Advisor, Paul Merriman at AskPaul.ie. Paul is giving us some tips on avoiding a tight January, from borrowing t...
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The Reign of the Couple from 2020-11-29T13:00
Louise spoke to Professor Sasha Roseneil from the University College London about why being single is still seen as being a little odd.
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Christmas Desert Alternatives-The Gastro Gays from 2020-11-29T13:00
Russell and Patrick aka The Gastro Gays discussed alternative deserts you can have on your table this Christmas.
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Samantha Mumba-Cool from 2020-11-29T13:00
Samantha Mumba spoke to Louise about her new track called Cool.
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