Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

2026-06-10 Katie Taylor For President, Pinpointing Farmers Builders And Deliveroos In An Emergency, I'm Doing 4Peaks For Radiothon Hero Barry Loney & More...

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:18:54 GMT

PJ discusses President Katie Taylor, locating builders, farmers, delivery workers in an emergency when there's no Eircode, talks to Luke who is doing 4Peaks4Cancer to honor his granddad and Corks 96FM Radiothon her Barry Looney. And more...

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Candy Floss Crisps - Hot Or Not?

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:17:44 GMT

Sharon Piper knows candy floss. After all, funfairs are in her blood but she's not impressed with the packet of candy floss crisps she got, she tells PJ

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Katie Taylor For President? She Has A Chance!

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:11:00 GMT

PJ talks to Sandra about the surprise news that Katie would be interested in a run for the Presidency. Listener Denis weighs in with his opinions

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Disclosure Day Is Spielberg's Blockbuster For The Summer

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:10:11 GMT

PJ talks to Crossy about the movie directed by a legend, starring Eve HewsonJosh O'Connor, Emily Blunt and Colin Firth that looks out what is being hidden about aliens among us

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Apprenticeships Can Be For Tech Jobs Too - Earn While You Learn!

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:09:15 GMT

PJ talks to Shane Clavin of Fastrack Into Technology (FIT.ie) which offers a great, different way to be being a techie!

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Luke Sold 96FM Radiothon Hero Barry Looney His Dream Car And Is Doing 4Peaks4Cancer

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:07:55 GMT

Luke Murphy never met his granddad who died of lung cancer and recently sold a car to Corks 96FM Radiothon hero Barry Looney, so he decided to do 4Peaks4Cancer in 48 hours he tells PJ Coogan. See also @4Peaks4Cancer

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Aoife's Beautiful Doggy Treat For Skyler Celebrating Her 13th Birthday In Doggy Heaven

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:07:23 GMT

All of us in 96FM got it in the feels when we saw that Aoife made doggy treats with her own hands and created treat bags for any dog passing her house to mark what would have been Skyler's birthday so PJ just had to talk to her to get the beautiful back story

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Cape Clear Has A Heavenly Lavender Festival The Last Weekend Of June

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:58:39 GMT

There's a fascinating story behind how an American tycoon created the Lavender Festival Niamh Ní Dhrisceoil tells PJ but now the islanders run it with treats like Lavender Gin and Lavender honey. See also here https://capeclearlavender.com/the-second-annual-cape-clear-lavender-festival

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No Eircode, No Problem How Point8 Locates You Middle Of Nowhere When You Need Help!

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:53:19 GMT

Farmer Dinny Galvin highlighted that farm buildings have no Eircode which can cost crucial time in an accident. He figured out a solution with Gary from Loc8 and they tell PJ how it works.

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Kei Is A Brilliant African Grey Parrot And Melissa Needs Your Help To Find Him!

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:44:51 GMT

Melissa Is Missing Kei and has launched a phenomenal social media and email campaign to try and find him. Pictures and contact details here https://www.facebook.com/groups/1621359964760057/?multi_permalinks=4568436520052372&hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen&__cft__[0]=AZYKyZU5yKc-U0oVBvxNaz42aKIk2CYH4nrlvaGdIFhll_FFve89K_EpC6sekMO-qSc6UgETP4QPv8x2IQtVs4gsI0IWR3W0JRDN_haj2mLjm1IuJBqgibXwU4KNnfq00LKUqD0wNKpUgSU-K28sWRvDosv3KUYM_8lhZwGE5TwwzUx8LZquqawF62Gzm2rbzPtX9P2MwPW6JH_ZQj0RF_x6&__tn__=%2CO%2CP-R

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Two Heart-Warming Good News Stories From Lisa & Frances

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:56:35 GMT

We love a good news story and random acts of kindness. PJ hears from Lisa about a man who bought buns for all the exam students in Tesco Douglas to cheer them up and from Frances who was helped by a man called Colm when she needed a hand in SuperValu Carrigaline.

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Let's Help Festivals Like Rory Gallaghers Hit By Closing Down Of Tickets.ie Says Deputy Ken O'Flynn

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:36:29 GMT

With tickets.ie closing a lot of very valuable festivals need a bit of a hand says Ken O'Flynn TD

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Kev Collins, The Man Who Loves Cork, On The Disappointing Uptake For Grants To Do Up Patrick St

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:32:48 GMT

Kevin is known for his YouTube videos about reimagining Cork and PJ talks to him about the sad news of a low renovation grant uptake

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Paul Byrne On Little Island ATM Raid

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:23:13 GMT

PJ talks to Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne about the overnight raid on an ATM in Little Island

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2026-06-09 Driving Test Waitlist STILL Growing, Taxes On Temu And Shien Imports, I Met Katie Taylor & More...

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:48:35 GMT

PJ takes call on the driving test wait list that the RSA can't seem to get on top of, hears different views on new EU taxes on imports, talks to the woman who met Katie Taylor while out on a walk. And more...

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Callers Have Different Opinions On New Temu & Shien Taxes

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:40:41 GMT

PJ takes calls with some saying they will be good for the environment, others saying it will create hardship

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Temu And Shien Taxes Will Leave Kids Devastated

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:29:43 GMT

Sharon tells PJ that kids buy treats for parties and Communions and just to cheer up a meeting with friends and now they'll lose that with new EU taxes

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Holly Traded The River Lee For 40-Degree Texas Heat And Ended In The Olympic Village As A Reserve Athlete

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:58:59 GMT

PJ talks to Holly Davis who is making a name for herself in Texas

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I Can Be Me Instead Of Mammy - Why Gaelic 4 Mothers & Others Brings Out The Best In You

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:49:48 GMT

PJ talks to Lisa B who is with Castlelyons G4MO about why it's growing from strength to strength. For more details see Castlelyons LGFA Page here

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We Met Katie Taylor And She Was Lovely!

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:43:58 GMT

PJ hears how Niamh O'Mahony was out with her Glanmire Walkers & Talkers group, saw a load of big trucks, wondered what was going on and ended up talking to the great Katie herself!

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ECB Rates Hike Expected Thursday - What Can You Do To Keep Mortgage Costs Down?

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:48:21 GMT

PJ hears how to shop around for the best deal and how to prep yourself for applying to another lender from Joey Sheehan from mymortgages.ie

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MaryRose Shanahan The Leap Woman Who Refused to Hang Up Her Boots

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:38:31 GMT

PJ hears that after being told her football days were over, MaryRose Shanahan bypassed surgery, built a thriving sports-recovery business, and made it back onto the pitch.

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More People, Not Less, Are Now Waiting For Driving Tests

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:08:14 GMT

PJ talks to Ger Hyland from The IRHA who says it's ridiculous the list is moving in the wrong direction

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I'm So Glad I Was Able To Help After Learning First Aid

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:58:08 GMT

PJ talks to Effy who is on holiday in Portugal and was able to help out when a man had an epileptic incident and she says it's a skill everyone should have

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CUH Perfusionists Industrial Action Hits Cardiac Procedures

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:15:52 GMT

PJ talks to Séamus Smith about the strike

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The Work Behind Sean McGovern’s 24-Year Sentence - PJ Talks to Stephen Breen Crime Editor With The Irish Sun

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:15:16 GMT

PJ hears the steps behind the long sentence related to the murder of Noel Kirwan and the attempted murder of James Gately from Stephen Breen, Crime Editor with the Irish Sun.

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2026-06-08 A Hurling Match With Plenty To Talk About! Eucharistic Procession Altar In Memory Of My Nan, Be Like The Sea & More...

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:12:57 GMT

PJ hears about a controversial Cork v Limerick game, learns why Craig keeps up the tradition of his nan Kathleen during the Eucharistic Procession, learns what its like to serve as an Irish Navy officer. And more...

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Millstreet Busking Festival Goes From Strength To Strength

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:45:15 GMT

PJ talks about a great place to check out with Sinead Corkery one of the organizers of the Millstreet Busking Festival and Sheena Crowley of Crowley's Music who will have a pop up shop there.

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"Be Like The Sea" Marie Gleeson's Fascinating Book About Being An Irish Naval Officer

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:19:18 GMT

PJ talks to Marie about how the book brings to life serving for the Navy from the different personalities each ship has to the terror of being asked to cross the Atlantic in a wooden craft ending in a feeling of triumph declaring mission accomplished. He also talks to Mary who says she really came to appreciate those who serve on a trip to Lourdes.

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From Cork to Kraków And Beyond The PolskaEire Slavic Festival Brings Cork Together

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:48:42 GMT

Peter Kidney & Katarzyna Tesiorowska tell PJ what to expect at the Cork PolskaEire Slavic Festival happening Jun 13th in Fitzgerald Park

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When Stephanie Lost Her Mum She Had To Learn Dealing With Grief Now She Helps Others

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:37:20 GMT

PJ talks to Stephanie Walsh about the stages of grief and how loss changes your relationships

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So How Will This New Car Scrappage Scheme Work To Buy Electric Vehicles?

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:27:15 GMT

PJ gets the scoop from Paddy Comyn of DoneDeal

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Good News On Litter For Cork But Watch For The Coffee Cups

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:59:28 GMT

Cork continues our trend of doing well in the Irish Business Against Litter survey but Conor Horgan tells PJ we need to think how we stop coffee cup litter

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Michael John Murphy's Penny Dinners Pitch To Pitch A Great Success

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:41:22 GMT

Held in memory of Stephen Carroll Roche Michael and a group of volunteers walked from the Gaelic Grounds To Páirc Uí Chaoimh yesterday before the match after walking since the night before. See also here

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Camoimín Kelleher Gets To Meet The Barrack St Band!

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:35:17 GMT

PJ hears from Amy about two Cork greats meeting at the hurling!

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Cork v Limerick - Plenty To Talk About!

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:33:17 GMT

PJ talks to Finbarr McCarthy the Corks 96FM GAA correspondent about stop start play, having words with the ref, final minute whistles and plenty more!

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Craig Is Keeping His Nan's Shandon Eucharistic Procession Tradition Alive

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 23:46:00 GMT

Kathleen O’Sullivan used bring out holy statues to the Eucharistic Procession every year and Craig, her grandson tells PJ that he's keeping the tradition going in her memory

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2026-06-05 A Log Fell On My Car, Dancing Horses And TayTay, Santiago Here We Come! & More...

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:57:27 GMT

PJ hears what happens when a log fell on Cliona's car, checks out what's happening at The Cork Summer Show, learns what's on offer if you fly Cork Airport to Santiago. And more...

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Dancing Horses, Viking Warriors and Baby Chicks: Only at Cork Summer Show

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:43:02 GMT

PJ talks to organisers Catherinea O'Mahony and Anne O'Mahony who say it an Instagram hit with beautiful animals, dressage and even a Taylor Swift tribute on Jun 20/21

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People Are Overdoing RTE Criticism Says Andrew

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:34:02 GMT

Every business has expenses and the figures quoted for RTE boss Kevin Bakhurst are, in fact, modest Cork businessman Andrew Fitzgerald

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Cork Airports Barry Holland Tried A Santiago Break From Cork

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:15:08 GMT

PJ talks to Barry Holland from Cork Airport who used the new Aer Lingus Cork to Santiago de Compostela flight operating twice weekly on Mon & Thu throughout the summer to take an extended Bank Holiday break.

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Tony Says The Answer Is Light From Mood To Food

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:50:10 GMT

PJ hears from Tony who loves the light and says LED lighting misses the health benefits of red light

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HSE Drug Rules For Rare Disease Must Change Says Padraig O'Sullivan TD

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:56:59 GMT

PJ talks about Craig Coady's situation to Padraig O'Sullivan who says things must change.

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"I Lost One Son. I Can’t Lose Paudie" - Craig Coady On His Campaign For A Drug For His Son

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:45:21 GMT

PJ talks to Craig who is meeting the Taoiseach on Monday to appeal for changes in the way drugs for serious illness are made available

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I Can't Get My Forever Home An Electricity Connection

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:25:08 GMT

PJ talks to Ashley who is trapped by certification paperwork

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Why You Shouldn't Buy A Dog From A Casual Market Trader

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:52:13 GMT

PJ hears from Vincent Cashman about the laws about selling dogs and why they are important after reports of dogs being sold by casual traders.

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Cork v Limerick Hurling Preview Plus Why Isn't Anyone Covering Cork v Donegal On TV

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:43:30 GMT

PJ talks to 96FM GAA Correspondent Finbarr McCarthy about the clash of the ash in PUC and raises the baffling lack of TV coverage for the weekend's football clash

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A Log Fell On My Car

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:35:54 GMT

PJ talks to Cliona who had a frightening experience driving in the Mayfield area when a log fell on her car!

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2026-06-04 Why No Fanzone? The Running Fireman In Breathing Apparatus, A Rebooted Eucharistic Procession & More...

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:53:14 GMT

PJ hears that Cork is missing an opportunity with no fanzone for Cork v Limerick, chats to Alex who is running the 2027 Marathon in fireman breathing gear for a very good cause, learns who the 100th Eucharistic procession is a launchpad for modernizing faith. And more...

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Love Island - The Primary School Teacher Who Ditched the GAA for Fame

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:50:07 GMT

PJ catches up with Series 13 of Love Island from Órla O'Donovan

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Let's Get The Scoop on "Tuner" & "Masters Of The Universe" Which Are In Cinemas Friday

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:47:30 GMT

PJ catches up with Crossy, our movie man!

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Why This Year's Eucharistic Procession Is Also A Reboot

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:45:46 GMT

PJ finds out that the 100th anniversary of Corks unique Eucharistic Procession has served as a launchpad to deliver faith in a more modern way from Bishop Fintan Gavin, youth ministry co-ordinator Sheila Kelleher and Sophie Pettapiece, a 21yr old college student from Canada on two week mission to Cork

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From Strength To Strength For Fort 2 Fort

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:52:11 GMT

PJ talks to Sam Beamish from the Fort 2 Fort team and learns about this years event on Sat Jun 13th

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How Cork Facebook United To Reunite A Ring With Its Owner

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:49:09 GMT

PJ talks to John A Murphy who made it a mission to find the owner of a wedding ring and Facebook groups Cork Where We Sported And Played helped and Glanmire Noticeboard saved the day.

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Alex The Running Fireman Will Run The 2027 Marathon In Breathing Apparatus

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:34:42 GMT

PJ talks Alex O’Shea “The Running Fireman” who will run the 2027 Marathon in full breathing apparatus to mark 150th year of Cork City Fire Brigade and to raise funds for Irish Guide Dogs and has ways you can get involved See also therunningfireman.ie

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Blarney Mum Christine Has To Get Allergy Treatment For Son Ryan In France

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:00:38 GMT

PJ talks to Christine about a treatment available in CUH but Ryan cannot get. See also

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Why The North Ring Road Is Dangerous And What We Should Do About It

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:41:54 GMT

PJ talks to Paul O'Leary, well known in the martial arts world, about his worries for families with kids who live along the North Ring road.

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The Psycho Crow In Douglas Is Back!!!

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:39:05 GMT

PJ talks to Donal O'Sullivan of O'Sullivans Bar in Douglas about the notorious angry crow of Douglas which has made its way back to the suburb for another season

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Have City Council Dropped The Ball With No Fanzone For Cork v Limerick?

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:47:37 GMT

Joe Blake thinks they have and tells PJ Coogan why!

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2026-06-03 Sauna Businesses Put Under Pressure, Weddings With Donkeys & Goats, Proud Of Pride & More...

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:36:10 GMT

PJ hears Council fees could end mobile saunas in some towns, learns about nature weddings with donkeys and goats in the photos, discovers what's coming up for Pride. And more...

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Ceili By The Lough/Céilí Cois Locha Is A Great Cork Tradition

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:59:54 GMT

PJ talks to Eadaoin Delaney, one of the organizers talks to PJ but the 8-80 institution loved by both Corkonians and tourists

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So What Does El Nino Mean For Us?

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:54:40 GMT

PJ talks to Cathal Nolan from Ireland's Weather Channel about the reappearance of the weather supersystem.

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Aronia Is Corks Superfood Answer To Açaí

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:50:40 GMT

PJ talks to Dr Steve Collins about his passion for West Cork's Aronia plant

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Mia Poland Tells PJ What's Up With June Pride

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:46:32 GMT

Mia from Pride Vibes has a busy month ahead and talks to PJ about Pride marches, a new series of long form interviews on podcast and Cork Community Pride

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Why Not Use Local Cut Flowers & Keep The Airmiles Down?

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:37:00 GMT

PJ talks to Ruth Fortune who says Irish flowers work well and keep the airmiles down.

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Let's Meet Lexi Our New Cork Rose

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:42:33 GMT

Cork's got a new Rose and we get to hear about her and her famous mum!

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Abandoning Dogs & Other Pets Is Sadly On The Rise

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:39:30 GMT

PJ talks to Tara Browne from Blackwater Veterinary Clinic who says it's heartbreaking to come across so many in her work.

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West Cork Needs Food Trucks & Saunas - New Council Fees Are Just Too High

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:15:30 GMT

New charges for "pitches" used by saunas and food trucks are way out of line with charges elsewhere in the Ireland, Donie McAuliffe of West Cork Sauna tells PJ

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Capping Childcare Costs Not Doing Parents A Favor

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:12:09 GMT

PJ talks to Averil Sheehan of Cork Care-a-Lot who says that government funding causes so much paperwork it is just driving good people out of the business

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Sextortion A Major Worry For Kids Contacting Childline But You Can Help

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:25:55 GMT

Paul talks to Regina O'Sullivan of Childline about the spike in calls featuring sextortion and blackmail and what it's like to help as a Childline volunteer

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Danny From ADHDNow On Why It's So Important To Understand ADHD

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:23:02 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Danny Buckley from ADHDnow.ie who learned so much about himself when he got a diagnosis and says it is important for others to get diagnosed.

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2026-06-02 Cobh Crime Worries, Terence MacSwiney Community College Leaving Certs Speak Out, Danny From ADHDNow.ie & More...

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:48:56 GMT

Paul Byrne hears about Cobh crime worries, chats to Jack & Aoife from Terence McSwiney Community College, learns how Danny tries to help people living with ADHD. And more...

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Aoife & Jack From Terence MacSwiney Community College On Leaving Cert And Life After Results

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:08:22 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Aoife and Jack TMSCC students doing their Leaving Cert about the points race and what AI means to the future of work.

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Riverstick's Eimear McAndrew's Warrior Spirit From The Clash Of The Ash To Her Race For An SCA7 Cure

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:01:27 GMT

Paul Byrne speaks with Eimear, Kim, and Oliver about the devastating reality of SCA7 that both Dad and daughter live with See also here

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What's Happening For Cork On Crinniú na nÓg Next Saturday

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:30:21 GMT

Louise Cagney from Cork City Council and Alex Millea Cruinniú na nÓg Youth Ambassador talk to Paul Byrne about what to expect and how it can change young lives.

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55 Years Of Simon Soup Run

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:20:08 GMT

Paul talks to Paul Sheehan from Simon about a service that sadly is needed more than ever.

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Who Takes A Microwave Oven To Dump It In A River?

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:09:39 GMT

Paul talks to florist Carolyn Miller from Togher Tidy Towns about the wanton dumping they come across.

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Cobh Worries About Garda Numbers As Liner Season Kicks Off

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:05:21 GMT

Paul Byrne learns about a meeting on crime in Cobh that heard concerns about Garda numbers from Cllr Dominic Finn who experienced the problems himself

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Lap Around The Lough Helps Kids

Fri, 29 May 2026 12:03:27 GMT

Paul Byrne talk to John Looney Cork City Hospitals Children's Club

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Sorcha's Wedding Nightmare After Tenerife Planner's Email

Fri, 29 May 2026 12:01:00 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Sorcha who faces paying for her wedding in Tenerife twice

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Dave Walsh On Running The Marathon At 86

Fri, 29 May 2026 12:00:10 GMT

Paul finds out from Dave Walsh what it's like to be running at Marathon level at 86

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Eamon Hayes Analog Devices Cork City Marathon Race Director

Fri, 29 May 2026 11:57:35 GMT

Eamon talks to Paul about what we can look forward to and about organizing such a significant event

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Cork Harbour Festival Rundown

Fri, 29 May 2026 11:48:41 GMT

Paul talks to Casey Walsh about the festival that reminds us that we are a maritime city. See also here

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New Attractions And Old Favorites At Innishannon Steam and Vintage Rally

Fri, 29 May 2026 10:56:07 GMT

Paul gets the scoop from Paul Kelleher See also here

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eSports Video Game Summer Camps

Fri, 29 May 2026 10:52:31 GMT

Paul talks to Lorraine Lucid of the National Esports Centre about their summer camps that help kids into eSports and video game get social and get skills See also here

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Nautical Nonsense Walking History Tours Over Harbour Festival

Fri, 29 May 2026 10:28:54 GMT

Paul Byrne talk to Angela Newman on what to expect. You can find booking details at hystericalhistories.ie

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Weekend Weather Outlook With Cathal Nolan

Fri, 29 May 2026 09:34:21 GMT

Paul chats with Cathal Nolan from Ireland's Weather Channel

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Put Lifeguards Where The People Are In Hot Weather Says Cllr Finbarr Harrington

Fri, 29 May 2026 09:19:01 GMT

Cllr Finbarr Harrington tells Paul Byrne it's crazy to have beaches packed but no one on duty just because it's the wrong month for lifeguard cover

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Cool Off In The Water And Stay Safe

Fri, 29 May 2026 09:06:26 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Lisa in Water Safety Ireland and gets some great tips

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2026-05-28 Zero Alcohol Drink Advertising, A Spanish Sail Ship In Town, 4 Friends Start A Food Business & More...

Thu, 28 May 2026 12:43:46 GMT

PJ talks to Padraig Rice about the Social Democrat plans to ban advertising for Zero alcohol beers, learns about the beautiful Spanish sail ship Nao Santa Maria coming to Cork, chats to a woman who started a food business with a coffee shop regular and grew it. And more...

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Carrigaline's Mairtín de Cogáin Sings A Song Of Freedom A Cork Voice On Mount Soledad

Thu, 28 May 2026 12:23:27 GMT

PJ talks to Martín about singing at Memorial Day event in Mount Soleadad, San Diego California and being Grand Marshall of the San Diego St Patricks Day parade

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How Four Cork Women Built Oac Snacks From Friendship

Thu, 28 May 2026 12:14:27 GMT

PJ talks to Sarah Sexton, Co-Founder of Oac Premium Protein Snacks about their all girl food business

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Howdens Fitted Kitchens Pitch In To Help Fix Shannon Lawn House Devastated By Fire

Thu, 28 May 2026 12:10:39 GMT

Sidnei Tadra from Howdens Fitted Kitchens says he's happy to pitch in with kitchen after hearing about Eugene and the tradies fixing up a house in Shannon Lawn struck by a devastating fire.

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Sort Out Your Passports In Time For The Holidays!

Thu, 28 May 2026 12:07:04 GMT

Tom Randles, MD Barters Travel Agent & President of the Irish Travel Agents Association tells PJ how people get caught out by not checking about passports before their holiday. Karen tells PJ about her passport photo trouble

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Clodagh Tells PJ About Her House Reno

Thu, 28 May 2026 11:38:43 GMT

Clodagh Heywood, well known to many 96FM listeners talks to PJ about taking on a house renovation

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The Sullivan/O'Sullivan Clan Are On Track To Smash Guinness World Record

Thu, 28 May 2026 11:37:05 GMT

Thousands of O'Sullivans and Sullivans are converging on Castletownbere this weekend to attempt to break the official Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of people with the same surname, which is currently held by the Gallagher clan and PJ hears from Jim O'Sullivan & Helen O'Sullivan they're on course to smash it!

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If Kids Sang The Anthem Weekly In School We'd All Know The Words

Thu, 28 May 2026 10:39:50 GMT

PJ asks has Cllr Peter O'Donoghue a point?

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Help Cork Dragons Breast Cancer Survivors Dragon Boat Club Find A Badly Needed New Home

Thu, 28 May 2026 09:45:34 GMT

PJ hears from Anita McCarthy of Cork Dragons Breast Cancer Survivors Dragon Boat Club that they need a new base and are hoping someone can help them out See also here

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Why Certifying Someone Else's Solar Install Is Tricky

Thu, 28 May 2026 09:42:46 GMT

As a follow up to PJ's chat with Martin Mullen who can't get an install certified, John Moynihan of JM Energy Savings Ballingeary explains what that's tricky.

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Jump On Board A Christopher Columbus Replica Nao Santa Maria At The Cork Harbour Festival May 30th to Jun 8th

Thu, 28 May 2026 09:37:05 GMT

PJ speaks to Desirée "Desi" Gonzalez from the Fundación Nao Victoria who are behind the stunning ship you can visit over the Cork Harbour Festival The ship will be in Albert Quay & Kennedy Quay May 29th to June 8th 10:00 - 20:30 E12 for adults E6 for kids E30 for families

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I Want To Give Taxi Driver Hero Back His Jump Leads

Thu, 28 May 2026 09:00:19 GMT

PJ talks to Mairead whose daughter's car broke down on the way back from Kneecap on Tuesday night. A hero taxi driver got her going again but left his expensive jump leads behind.

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Should Ads For Zero Alcohol Drinks From Breweries Be Banned

Thu, 28 May 2026 08:58:06 GMT

PJ hears from Padraig Rice TD who says that it can reinforce the alcohol drink brands in peoples' heads

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Barry Looney Radiothon Interview

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:45:53 GMT

PJ speaks to Barry, a massive friend of Radiothon about the latest developments in his journey.

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People Are Talking About Gaza Again That Means We Won — Global Sumud's Tom Deasy From West Cork

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:29:49 GMT

PJ talks to Tom Deasy about his time in Israeli detention after the ship he was on got raided by Israel in International Waters

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Kneecap Delighted Fans In The Savoy Last Night

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:29:00 GMT

PJ talks to Órla who was at the gig and had no complaints, saying bring on the next one at the Marquee

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Cork's Josh St Leger On Israeli Detention “The Worse They Treated Me, the More I Wanted to Go Back”

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:28:00 GMT

PJ talks to Josh who was detained by Israel in International Waters while part of the Global Sumud Flotilla

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We Speak To Karen Whose Viral Hymn For Her Dad At Our Lady Crowned Is Just Beautiful

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:27:00 GMT

PJ catches up with Karen who sang a beautiful tribute to her dad his second anniversary with her husband See also here

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Get A Taste Of Powerboating During The Cork Harbour Festival May 30th to Jun 8th

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:27:00 GMT

Eddie English from SailCork tells PJ about his “Taste Of Powerboating" event, part of The Cork Harbour Festival. See also here

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Suzanne O'Flynn Talks On Radiothon About Her Melanoma Journey

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:25:34 GMT

Suzanne talks to PJ and Paul about how a photo of her back saved her life.

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We Find Out That Aonghus From Femtech Menopause Company MyCelsius Is From Cork

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:16:22 GMT

MyCelsius are launching in Ireland but despite being based in Bristol, boss Aonghus has really strong Cork connections See also mycelsius.com

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Phil Smyth Asks “What Could Possibly Go Wrong?” At The Cork Carnival Of Science Fitzgerald Park Jun 6th & 7th

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:11:55 GMT

PJ talks to the man who makes science fun and simple for all people because everyone can be a scientist about the event he will host See also

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Lauren Golden Celebrates The Life Of Her Brother Dan And Talks Of The Links Between Alcohol And Suicide

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:06:52 GMT

PJ talks to Psychotherapist Lauren Golden about her personal experience of the link between suicide and drink through the loss of her brother Daniel

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2026-05-27 Eugene Leads Tradies In Fixing A Mum's Home After Fire, Lauren On Alcohol And Suicide, Kneecap Rock The Savoy & More...

Wed, 27 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

PJ chats to Eugene who is fixing up a house in Shannon Lawn after a fire, hears Lauren talk about her late brother Daniel and the links between suicide and alcohol, hears about last night's Kneecap gig in The Savoy. And more...

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Dress Business Smart But Heat Smart

Wed, 27 May 2026 10:59:16 GMT

PJ gets some great tips on those who need to dress for business in this hot weather from Lynda Di Blasi See also here

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Eugene And A Bunch Of Tradies Are Helping Rebuild A Mum's House In Shannon Lawn After Fire

Wed, 27 May 2026 09:45:25 GMT

PJ talks to Eugene from E Pro Construction who rounded up help when help is needed. See also here

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Enjoy The Sunshine But Respect Crosshaven Too

Wed, 27 May 2026 09:16:43 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Audrey Buckley about the minority that can ruin a lovely day out in our lovely county

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Ellen's Kitchen In Cobh Step Up To Help The Corks 96FM Radiothon

Tue, 26 May 2026 13:48:29 GMT

PJ and Paul talk to Ellen O'Driscoll, famous for her Great British Bake Off Challenges, about their Radiothon fundraising and how her late mum inspires her

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2026-05-26 A Sinkhole Opened Under My Car, Tom Deasy On Being Held By Israel, Kids Learn Where Food Comes From & More...

Tue, 26 May 2026 12:08:19 GMT

PJ hears the fear Marie feels driving now after a sinkhole opened under her car, learns about captivity at the hands of Israel from Tom Deasy, learns how kids are being told where food comes from. And more...

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Chris Kent Is A Good Bloke With His Jokes For Stroke

Tue, 26 May 2026 11:56:41 GMT

Chris and PJ have the bantz but one of the really sound things he does is Jokes For Stroke which is happening at the Everyman this Thu, May 28th See also here

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Top Tips From Top Barkz Esther On Keeping Dogs Healthy In Hot Weather

Tue, 26 May 2026 11:52:43 GMT

There's more to keeping woof healthy and happy in heat than you might think but Esther tells PJ all the angles.

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Kids Get To See Life On The Farm

Tue, 26 May 2026 10:41:42 GMT

PJ hears from Damien Sreenan of the Corks 96FM Newsroom who saw kids introduced to farm life at Rickey Barretts place as part of an NDC program

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A Stranger’s Heart Saved My Life Stephen's Powerful Plea for Organ Donation

Tue, 26 May 2026 10:30:27 GMT

PJ talks to Stephen Comerford who found out when his brother tragically died on a soccer pitch that he too had a problem with his heart but he was given a fresh start at life from a transplant. See also ika.ie/donorcard

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Families Are Selling Homes To Pay Off Drug Debts Says MEP Michael McNamara

Tue, 26 May 2026 09:39:14 GMT

PJ talks to MEP Michael McNamara who says something needs to be done both in Dublin and in Brussels

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Development In Kyran Durnin Case

Tue, 26 May 2026 09:33:41 GMT

PJ talks to LMFM Reporter Killian Murphy about developments in Kyran Durnin case

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So Terrified After Sinkhole Appeared Under My Car

Tue, 26 May 2026 09:26:02 GMT

PJ talks to Marie from Glanmire who was going to get some food when a sinkhole opened underneath her car.

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How Can I Get My Solar Grant When No One Will Certify My Installation?

Tue, 26 May 2026 08:57:49 GMT

PJ talks to Martin who had solar work done by a company which sadly is no longer in business. Other contractors will finish the work but won't certify what has been done already so he can get his grant.

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Mum Ciara Has To Carry Her Beautiful Daughter Lily Up Eight Steps — Every Single Day

Tue, 26 May 2026 08:54:16 GMT

Ciara tells PJ that because her beautiful daughter Lily lives with Pitt Hopkins Syndrome steps are out of the question and she needs a more suitable council property

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2026-05-25 Joshua On Being Detained By Israel, Scrambler Danger, A Summer Camp For Calm & More...

Mon, 25 May 2026 11:59:14 GMT

PJ talks to Joshua St Leger who was detained by Israel while in international waters as part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, hears Cllr Noel O'Flynn call for more action on scramblers, learns about a summer camp that teaches calm. And more...

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The Summer Camp For Calm!

Mon, 25 May 2026 11:57:19 GMT

PJ talks to Lorraine Leahy about why she created camps that teach kids yoga, meditation and mindfulness. See also HappyVibes.ie

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The Science Of Sport At The Cork Carnival Of Science Fitzgerald Park Jun 6th & 7th

Mon, 25 May 2026 11:51:33 GMT

PJ talks to David Price who shows that all sports stars are in fact scientists! See also

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How Samantha Cooks Fooled an Entire Country

Mon, 25 May 2026 11:39:20 GMT

PJ talks to Alan Bradley author of “Unmasking Samantha Cookes”

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How I Pivoted From Teaching To Founding A Global Tech Firm In Dubai

Mon, 25 May 2026 10:37:12 GMT

PJ talks to Lydia Foote who started teaching in Dubai straight after college and ended up at the top of Qashio which she helped found

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Scrambler Danger Needs Urgent Enforcement Says Cllr Noel O'Flynn

Mon, 25 May 2026 10:29:08 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr O'Flynn who says that Grace's Law is welcome but must be backed up with resources

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Panda's Asian Street Food Damaged Over Weekend

Mon, 25 May 2026 09:57:20 GMT

PJ hears from Emily that the Panda team were determined not to miss a day because of the robbery

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Cllr Jack White Criticizes Govt Inaction On Occupied Territories Bill

Mon, 25 May 2026 09:23:22 GMT

PJ hears Cllr Jack White say he hopes Ireland can help create a “domino effect” within the EU pushing for stronger measures.

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Sensational Weekend For Cork Hurlers

Mon, 25 May 2026 08:39:01 GMT

PJ talks to Finbarr McCarthy, the 96FM GAA correspondent about yesterday's triumph over Clare

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Kieran McGeary CEO Of Corks 96FM Thanks The People Of Cork For €393,237 Donated To Radiothon

Mon, 25 May 2026 08:36:50 GMT

PJ talks to Kieran McGeary about the astounding generosity shown by the people of Cork

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2026-05-20 Let's Ban Creepy Spy Video Glasses, Scientific Sue Makes Everyone A Bit Magic, We Found Your Snake & More...

Wed, 20 May 2026 11:49:44 GMT

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...

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Get Ready To Apply For USA Visas NOW Plus A Bit Of News About "Trainee USA" For Non-Students

Wed, 20 May 2026 11:45:34 GMT

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.

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Scientific Sue Will Show The Science Behind Magic At The Cork Carnival Of Science Fitzgerald Park Jun 6th & 7th

Wed, 20 May 2026 11:42:17 GMT

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

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Divas - A Play About A Wedding Band Manager And The Cops, er what?

Wed, 20 May 2026 11:01:36 GMT

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

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Finding Emily - The Rebirth Of The Romcom?

Wed, 20 May 2026 10:56:17 GMT

PJ gets the scoop on Finding Emily which is at cinemas this weekend from Crossy

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CODE4LIFE Is Coláiste Pobail Bheanntraí's Award Winning App To Find AEDs

Wed, 20 May 2026 10:43:21 GMT

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.

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PJ Hears From Trevor Welch Speaking To Rugby Legend Peter O'Mahony At The Motivate, Prepare, Empower Event

Wed, 20 May 2026 10:31:02 GMT

PJ hears from Trevor who talks leadership with Peter

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Cork Sexual Violence Centre's Mary Crilly Gets Network Cork Presidents Award For Her Work

Wed, 20 May 2026 10:04:06 GMT

PJ talks to Mary about the difference she hopes the Centre makes and to Diane Higgins, President of Network Cork, who nominated her

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What's Happening At The Construction Summit At Páirc Uí Chaoimh Tomorrow?

Wed, 20 May 2026 09:29:43 GMT

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

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Are Sky Bluffing With Legal Threats To Users Of Illegal Streaming?

Wed, 20 May 2026 09:13:46 GMT

PJ talks to Sean Pollock of the Irish Independent who has been across the story.

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Are You Missing A Snake? Corn Snake Found In Whitegate

Wed, 20 May 2026 09:11:42 GMT

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!

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West Cork Needs A Special School

Wed, 20 May 2026 08:46:46 GMT

Educator Jerry Ryan tells PJ the strain on parents and cost in opportunity to vulnerable children just cannot be defended.

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Time To Crackdown On Glasses That Video Secretly In Public Spaces?

Wed, 20 May 2026 08:39:44 GMT

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.

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2026-05-19 My Son Josh Is Detained By Israelis, A Musical Proposal, A Funky National Anthem & More...

Tue, 19 May 2026 11:39:52 GMT

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...

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Give It A Try - IRFU's Campaign To Get Young Girls Interested In Rugby

Tue, 19 May 2026 11:31:19 GMT

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

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A Musical Proposal In Blarney For Sorcha And Ross

Tue, 19 May 2026 11:27:36 GMT

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

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We Need Laws Targeting Not Just Sex-For-Rent Landlords But Online Platforms And Legal Supports Too

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:52:40 GMT

Sen Laura Harmon says any new laws are welcome but there are ways to improve on the government proposal

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United By Miles - A Special Running Club Founded From Love Of Those In Recovery

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:42:57 GMT

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.

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Now Ireland's Anthem Can Be Funky Too At The Analog Devices Cork City Marathon

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:21:30 GMT

PJ talks to Dez Harrington who says he was inspired by what Jimmi Hendrix and Brian May did with their national anthems

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Garda Vetting Changes Are Welcome But Let's Get It Right!

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:19:26 GMT

PJ talks to John Paul O'Shea TD who has a few points that he thinks must be part of any changes

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Darina Allen Says It's Time To Stop Kidding Ourselves With "Cheap" Food

Tue, 19 May 2026 09:52:50 GMT

Darina tells PJ it's not cheap if it causes health problems, and pollution.

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Darren Mullane On Why He Became An LGBT+ Driving School And On Some Of The Hate He Experienced

Tue, 19 May 2026 09:24:01 GMT

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

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Counting House Is Ideal Place For New Cork City Library

Tue, 19 May 2026 09:10:43 GMT

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

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Mum Of Crosshaven Man Detained By Israel Says I Just Want My Josh Back

Tue, 19 May 2026 09:09:06 GMT

PJ talks to Linda St Leger whose son Josh was detained by Israel as he sailed as part of the Global Sumud Flotilla

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2026-05-18 Childminder Rules Need Change, The St Fin Barre's Falcons, FTD Brothers Hit Cork & More...

Mon, 18 May 2026 11:46:24 GMT

PJ hears that without changes to childminder rules, childcare problems will get worse, learns more about Makeda and Solomon, the St Fin Barre’s Cathedral peregrine falcons, talks to Damien Sreenan who was at the FTD Brothers Cork run fresh from carrying a fridge in the London Marathon. And more...

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Cork Crowds Greet FTD Brothers Who Carried A Fridge On Their Back At The London Marathon

Mon, 18 May 2026 11:25:35 GMT

PJ talks to Damien Sreenan who joined the crowds cheering them and hears from Daniel O'Donnell who missed their Donegal visit and came to Cork to see them

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Sexual Assault Treatment Unit Seeing More Complex Cases

Mon, 18 May 2026 10:59:42 GMT

PJ talks to Margo Noonan from SATU which is open 25 years this year and are having a special fundraising lunch at The Kingsley on June 19th. Need help? SATU service at SIVUH is free, confidential and available 24/7 — contact (021) 4926297, Nursing Admin out of hours on (021) 4926100, or email satu@sivuh.ie

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Consumer Protection Warning On Car Rentals

Mon, 18 May 2026 10:49:54 GMT

As the CCPC warns people about high car rental charges, PJ gets some tips from Eoghan Corry of travelextra.ie

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Exams Just Weeks Away So Here Are A Few Tips

Mon, 18 May 2026 10:17:40 GMT

Dan Sheedy, Principal of The Tuition Centre tells PJ some tips for state exams

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Council Hear Serious Concerns From Residents About Kinsale Greenway

Mon, 18 May 2026 10:05:11 GMT

PJ talks to Noreen Ring about the points they hope the Council take on board, particularly in respect of Compulsory Purchase Orders

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Cork Welcomes Peregrine Falcons Makeda & Solomon Back To St Fin Barre's Cathedral For Another Year

Mon, 18 May 2026 09:42:44 GMT

Schoolkids love 'em and everyone is proud of them, PJ talks to Dr. Alan McCarthy & Jim Wilson about our beautiful couple See also “Back From The Brink” Sun at 6.30pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player

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Tough Talks On Ambulance Dispute Today

Mon, 18 May 2026 09:14:03 GMT

Talks are going ahead in the ambulance dispute today but there's a lot of ground between the sides, John McCamley, SIPTU Sector Organizer tells PJ

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Cork City Futures Group (Cork City Task Force) Has Met Jerry Buttimer Confirms

Mon, 18 May 2026 09:08:06 GMT

PJ hears the first meeting has taken place from Minister of State Jerry Buttimer TD who also discusses some points people have been making about the task force.

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Childminder Rules Need Reform

Mon, 18 May 2026 08:58:33 GMT

The government will be reviewing the rules that childminders have to follow and this is a great opportunity to make them more realistic Ollie Sheehan of Mary Geary's Childcare tells PJ

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2026-05-15 Florist Carole's Online Reel That Just Makes Sense, Self-Checkouts Yes Or No, FTD Brothers In Cork & More...

Fri, 15 May 2026 12:25:47 GMT

PJ talks to Carole about the red tape that makes life just frustrating, asks would you stop using self-checkouts, chats to the fridge-on-the-back FTD Brothers who will run in Cork on Monday. And more...

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Tom The Bear O'Mahony - The Grizzly Truth

Fri, 15 May 2026 11:39:01 GMT

PJ talks to Tom in advance of his appearance in The Comedy Club on Saturday

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The Real Housewives Of Ballyphehane Has Over 200,000 Views!

Fri, 15 May 2026 11:08:27 GMT

It's a cracking Cork Proud version of the original done by Coláiste Éamann Rís TY PJ talks to stars Abbey, Amy & Kayla and to Principal Aaron Wolfe

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FTD Brother Jordan From FTD Brothers Chats With PJ In Advance Of Their Cork Run Monday

Fri, 15 May 2026 10:52:20 GMT

The FTD lads are in town Mon May 18th and Jordan tells PJ why they're running every county in Ireland, that Fridge moment in the London Marathon and their love of their mother

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Cork City Football Club Is Gearing Up For A Great Summer Camp Season

Fri, 15 May 2026 10:37:25 GMT

PJ talks to Craig Robinson, CCFC Community Coaching Manager. See also corkcityfc.ie/camps

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Kate Conroy From The EveryRun Club Is The First Ellen Cassidy Award At Analog Devices Cork City Marathon

Fri, 15 May 2026 10:29:20 GMT

PJ talks to Kate Conroy about how it feels to be the first chosen to the award and what the club does

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Jack Is Running A Luxury Goods Business With AI And He's Won An Award!

Fri, 15 May 2026 10:22:28 GMT

Jack Kelleher, UCC BIS student, talks to PJ about his award-winning Luxsell.ie AI-enabled business

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Guards Want To Protect Licences On Pursuit And Emergency Calls

Fri, 15 May 2026 10:19:36 GMT

PJ talks to John Joe O'Connell, GRA Vice President and Traffic Garda about the drive to get the same protection as police in other countries

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Jimmy Crowley Needs A Bit Of Help

Fri, 15 May 2026 09:56:49 GMT

PJ talks to Jimmy who is on the mend but needs a bit of a hand if you can. See also here

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Aoife Won Customer Service Manager Of The Year

Fri, 15 May 2026 09:52:50 GMT

PJ talks to Aoife Clifford, from Herlihy’s Centra Patrick St who is thrilled after winning Customer Service Manager Of The Year

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Do You Support Self-Service Checkouts?

Fri, 15 May 2026 09:47:42 GMT

PJ talks to Annette about why she and her friend Catherine refuse to use self-checkout desks

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Best Of Buds Carole Horgan On THAT Viral Instagram About Trading In The City Which People Love

Fri, 15 May 2026 09:15:02 GMT

PJ hears from Carole that she has a lot to put up with from traffic wardens to aggressive thugs

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2026-05-14 Let's Keep Victorian Quarter Moving, My Gratitude For A New Life, Murphys Draught In Every Wetherspoons & More...

Thu, 14 May 2026 13:17:10 GMT

PJ hears about hopes the Luas build will not hurt business in the VQ, hears how a transplant gave Irene back a full life, celebrates a big coup for Corks own Murphys Stout. And more...

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Great News For Murphys Stout As Draft Taps To Go Into All Wetherspoons

Thu, 14 May 2026 12:20:15 GMT

Cork's tipple gets a major boost as the giant UK operation agrees to put draft taps in all their bars and sell pints for £2.99 and PJ talks it over with Beer Influencer Daragh Curran

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Why We Should Have A Statue To The Mosquito That Bit Oliver Cromwell

Thu, 14 May 2026 12:17:27 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Oliver Moran who says it's all about marking our history

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Cork To Hear Impassioned Plea To Stop Erasure Of Palestine Culture

Thu, 14 May 2026 12:14:23 GMT

PJ talks to Abdelfattah Abusrour who will be speaking 5.30pm Sun May 17th at the South Parish Community Centre

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Roots & Resistance Is A Game To Show The Bond Between Ireland And Palestine

Thu, 14 May 2026 12:11:21 GMT

PJ talks to Hiba about why she developed the game. You can catch the Yalla Craic team and try the game yourself this 3pm Sun May 17th at the South Parish Community Centre

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Heartless Scammers Waiting For Leaving Cert Panic To Clean Out Bank Accounts

Thu, 14 May 2026 11:24:36 GMT

PJ hears about a nasty new scam that preys on Leaving Cert candidates from George Foley of ESET Ireland

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Irene Is So Grateful For Organ Donors For The Healthy Life She Leads Now

Thu, 14 May 2026 11:22:19 GMT

PJ talks to Irene from Glasheen who explains the gratitude she has for being given a second chance at a good life. See also .ika.ie/donorcard

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Luas Plan Obstacle To Ships On River Lee?

Thu, 14 May 2026 11:19:27 GMT

Captain Michael McCarthy says a Luas for Cork is great but worries bridge placement will disrupt the ships on the river that make Cork the place it is

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Minister James Lawless On Innovations In Higher Education & Training Plus Bertie Ahern Comments

Thu, 14 May 2026 09:36:23 GMT

Minister James Lawless is in Cork today. PJ found out about changes in apprenticeships and he also addresses Bertie Aherns comments on video about being worried about African immigration.

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Taxi Drivers Not Happy With Changes To Ranks On Corks Patrick St

Thu, 14 May 2026 09:13:09 GMT

PJ talks to taxi driver Diarmuid about changes to ranks near Merchant's Quay shopping centre.

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Council Passes Motion To Strip George Mitchell Of Freedom Of The City

Thu, 14 May 2026 09:06:35 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Brian McCarthy who proposed the motion

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Luas Is Great For MacCurtain St But Let's Keep Business Moving Too

Thu, 14 May 2026 08:52:56 GMT

PJ talks Liam Maher Chair of VQ who welcomes the Luas but has some ideas about how works can minimize disruption

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2026-05-13 Eurovision Needs To Regain Trust, Sleep Baby Sleep, Housing Completions Fall & More...

Wed, 13 May 2026 12:46:02 GMT

PJ hears how Eurovision can reboot, gets tips on getting baby to sleep, learns why housing completions fell last month. And more...

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How One Dream Opened a Healing Centre

Wed, 13 May 2026 12:35:27 GMT

PJ talks to Annmarie Irwin about how a dream with a message from her late mum changed her life

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Jilly Coopers Rivals Is High-Stakes, Raunchy And Crossy Can't Get Enough!

Wed, 13 May 2026 12:28:53 GMT

PJ hears more about Series 2 of Rivals from Crossy

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Corks Blind Date Star Diarmuid Is Organizing A Matchmaking Trip

Wed, 13 May 2026 12:25:54 GMT

PJ talks to Cork First Dates star Diarmuid Lehane about what he has planned for Lisdoonvarna

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Loaf Tin Bakes With Chef Shane Smith

Wed, 13 May 2026 10:38:08 GMT

PJ talks to Chef Shane Smith in studio

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No Kid Should Go 30 Miles To School

Wed, 13 May 2026 10:17:33 GMT

PJ talks to Natalie about her beautiful Jack and Bridging The Gap which wants to see right by kids needing school.

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Kids Building Ships To Celebrate Corks Maritime Tradition - What's Not To Love?

Wed, 13 May 2026 09:56:38 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Kieran McCarthy who tells us kids are Captains of the Lough for the Model ship comp happening Mon May 18th at 6.30pm

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Sensible Sleep Tips For Baby From Kelly Geoghan

Wed, 13 May 2026 09:36:09 GMT

PJ talks to Kelly who has a whole day, low stress approach to sleep. See also "Sleep, Baby Sleep" by Kelly Geoghan

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Lorzy Lovey Tells PJ What It's Like To Be On Weight Loss Drug Mounjaro

Wed, 13 May 2026 09:16:47 GMT

PJ talks to Lorna Cronin who has been very open about using a bit of help to get to a healthier weight

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Housebuilds Were Down Last Month - Is This The New Normal?

Wed, 13 May 2026 09:03:36 GMT

PJ talks to Kieran McCarthy and asks is it a temporary blip or what we can expect from now on

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What Is The Future For The Eurovision Now?

Wed, 13 May 2026 08:53:43 GMT

PJ talks to Cynthia Ní Mhurchú MEP, a former Eurovision presenter, about the strength of feeling about Israel's participation in the contest and calls for a different voting system

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2026-05-12 Motorway Driving Fear, Construction Accident Led To Life Helping Tradesmen, Paramedics On The Picket & More...

Tue, 12 May 2026 11:45:09 GMT

PJ hears how motorway driving can be difficult for some, how a horrific accident led to a construction mental health campaign, how paramedics on the picket line feel. And more...

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Longstanding Cork City Councillor Ted Tynan Steps Down

Tue, 12 May 2026 11:18:45 GMT

PJ hears from Damien Sreenan of the Corks 96FM Newsroom who interviewed Cllr Tynan after he stepped down following many decades of service.

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Tenerife Handled Hantavirus Ship MV Hondius So Well

Tue, 12 May 2026 11:02:51 GMT

Dee Daniels is a Cork singer working in Tenerife and explains to PJ where the ship docked and how well the island handled a world health emergency at no risk to anyone else.

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Is Hiking The Fine For Litter Actually Going To Change Anything?

Tue, 12 May 2026 10:59:50 GMT

With the government about to put up on the spot litter fines from EUR150 to EUR250 PJ asks Wyon Stansfeld will anything change without enforcement

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From The Ambulance Frontline Colin O'Leary SIPTU Shop Steward

Tue, 12 May 2026 10:40:14 GMT

PJ hears from Damien Sreenan in the 96FM newsroom who spoke to Colin O'Leary SIPTU Shop Steward

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Sulky Racing - Ban It On The Road And Regulate It On Tracks?

Tue, 12 May 2026 10:14:04 GMT

As pressure grows for an end to cruel road sulkey racing, PJ talks to Kelly Mellerick of My Lovely Horse Rescue who ran a pivotal protest in Tipperary and to Cllr Noel O'Flynn who says that a legitimate and regulated sport works elsewhere and would work here

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Cork City Football Club Quits X Over Levels Of Hate Speech

Tue, 12 May 2026 09:38:56 GMT

PJ talks to Aaron Howey about how they came to the decision that enough was enough.

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Bishopstown Sports Club Luas Problems Must Be Resolved Says Jerry Buttimer TD

Tue, 12 May 2026 09:17:48 GMT

PJ talks to Jerry Buttimer TD about the uproar among Bishopstown area sports clubs about the new Luas plans. The non-statutory public consultation phase is open until Friday, June 12. Upcoming Open Days: Two further public sessions will be held from 12 pm to 8 pm at: Tuesday, May 12: The Carraig Centre, Ballincollig. Wednesday, May 13: The Metropole Hotel, MacCurtain St.

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Let's Be Honest About Fear Of Driving On Motorways

Tue, 12 May 2026 09:06:34 GMT

PJ talks to Mary McCarthy who comes clean about her fear of driving on a motorway and talks about how she plans to fix it.

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Is It Time To Lock Your Mortgage Rate?

Tue, 12 May 2026 09:02:43 GMT

PJ talks to Joey Sheehan of MyMortgages.ie as people fear the ECB may raise rates to stop inflation from the Iran conflict taking hold

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SIPTU Voice From The Ambulance Strike Frontline

Tue, 12 May 2026 08:36:31 GMT

PJ chats to Natasha Linehan Treacy of the SIPTU Health Division

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Justin's Amazing Story Of Surviving A Building Site Accident Helps Lighthouse Highlight Construction Mental Health

Mon, 11 May 2026 23:19:00 GMT

PJ talks to Justin Manley about how a terrible construction accident led him to campaign for worker health and mental health. How to Access Support in Ireland

If you or a colleague in the Cork area needs immediate assistance, the Lighthouse Charity provides dedicated Irish channels: 24/7 : 1800 939 122

Text Support: Text HARDHAT to 50808

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2026-05-11 Ambulance Strike, Canvas Hack At Cork Colleges, Belief In Fate And Destiny On The Rise & More...

Mon, 11 May 2026 11:42:46 GMT

PJ hears why ambulance crews are taking industrial action, learns about the hack that could mean students in Cork have their personal data sold, learns why belief in fate and destiny is on the up. And more...

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Why Are More People Trusting Intuition And Destiny?

Mon, 11 May 2026 11:15:00 GMT

PJ talks to Stacey who says a lot has to do with less domination in parenting allowing peoples natural powers to flourish. See also @this_irish_witch

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Enriching Summer Camps For Kids

Mon, 11 May 2026 11:14:57 GMT

PJ talks to from Helena Lyne from Designer Minds who run STEAM summer camps to find out the trends.

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Closer And Closer To An Olympic Swimming Pool For Cork As Minister Patrick O'Donovan Backs Idea

Mon, 11 May 2026 10:39:38 GMT

PJ talks to Mick McCormack from Dolphin Swimming Club who has positive news

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Are There Free Speech Safeguards When ID Is Compulsory For Social Media?

Mon, 11 May 2026 10:26:02 GMT

Margaret tells PJ safeguarding children online is great but she would like more information on how free speech will be safeguarded when the government has a list of who is who online

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The Art of the Ritual: Danielle McLaughlin On Writing Through a Late-Life Autism Diagnosis

Mon, 11 May 2026 10:18:56 GMT

Award-winning author Danielle McLaughlin tells PJ how her neurodivergence shapes her storytelling and why "rituals" became the anchor for her newest novel.

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Credit Unions' Greenify Initiative Help You Save Money

Mon, 11 May 2026 09:50:53 GMT

Bantry CU CEO Finnbarr O’Shea tells PJ how a Greenify can slash your energy bills

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Thomas Gould TD Says The Extension To Cork Prison Is Effectively A New Prison

Mon, 11 May 2026 09:16:28 GMT

When is an extension a whole new building Deputy Gould asks PJ Coogan

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Cork Students Worried For Private Messages After Canvas Leak

Mon, 11 May 2026 09:08:37 GMT

PJ talks to Ronan Murphy from Smarttech247 about the hack that hit UCC and MTU among others over the weekend

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Big Changes To The Driving Tests As Learners Scramble To Beat The Changes

Mon, 11 May 2026 09:01:14 GMT

PJ finds out what measures are being taken to cut back on repeat learner licences and how this will affect the way tests are done from DoneDeal motoring's Paddy Comyn

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What Will Happen During Ambulance Industrial Action?

Mon, 11 May 2026 08:49:01 GMT

PJ talks to John McCamley of SIPTU to find out what will happen

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2026-06-08 Ronan Murphy Does A Stunning Job On The Merchant Bar, Kneecap Come To Cork, Happy 10th Young Offenders & More...

Fri, 08 May 2026 12:01:09 GMT

PJ hears how much work went into The Merchant on The South Mall, celebrates Kneecap coming to the Rebel City, chats with Ross Browne about 10 years of Young Offenders. And more...

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Youghal's Ann O'Neill Was On The Britains Got Talent Stage With The Great Ormond Street Hospital Choir

Fri, 08 May 2026 11:37:48 GMT

PJ hears what it was like being on BGT Stage when Sydnie Christmas sang with the GOSH Choir

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Cork v Waterford Hurling & Cork v Kerry Football

Fri, 08 May 2026 11:30:59 GMT

PJ looks ahead to a great weekend of GAA action with Finny Mac, the Corks 96FM GAA man!

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Happy 10th Young Offenders As PJ Talks To Writer Ross Browne

Fri, 08 May 2026 11:23:18 GMT

PJ talks to Ross about 10 years of Cork greatness that the whole world can appreciate.

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Basking Sharks In Cork!

Fri, 08 May 2026 10:57:10 GMT

Cork has basking sharks, and they're such gentle creatures PJ hears from Garry Minihan and Robbie Byrne

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Shane Bucks Went To The 5 Person Audience Firemans Rest Comedy Gig

Fri, 08 May 2026 10:52:46 GMT

PJ just has to hear about this, so Shane obliged

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Hints For Fundraisers Tonight At 6.30PM in Greyhound Track

Fri, 08 May 2026 10:27:29 GMT

PJ talks to Philip Peake on their fundraisers information night 6.30pm tonight at the Curraheen track

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Mayfield's Lisa Murphy On Chit Chat & Winning This Month's Cork Person

Fri, 08 May 2026 10:23:30 GMT

PJ catches up with Lisa who bounced back from everything to win this month's award

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The Devil Wears Prada 2 & Mortal Kombat II - Let's Sort Your Weekend Cinema

Fri, 08 May 2026 10:17:00 GMT

PJ talks to Cathy Cullen from The Cinemile Podcast about The Devil Wears Prada 2 and to Crossy about Mortal Kombat II

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Something For The Weekend? What About The Cork Fringe Festival?

Fri, 08 May 2026 09:55:42 GMT

PJ talks to Daniel Cremin about the corkfringe.com which has an alternative vibe to a night out

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Kneecap Are Coming To Cork!

Fri, 08 May 2026 09:33:54 GMT

PJ looks forward to Kneecap's gig in The Savoy with Keith Murphy

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Are Cigarette Taxes Driving Crime Gang Profits?

Fri, 08 May 2026 09:31:44 GMT

PJ talks to Gary O'Dononvan of O'Donovan's Off Licence and Willie O'Brien of Spar MacCurtain St who both say that there is an enormous black market economy in illegal cigarettes

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Ronan's Really Worked Hard To Make The Merchant On The South Mall A Real Bar

Fri, 08 May 2026 09:27:18 GMT

PJ talks to Ronan Murphy the man behind The Merchant, the new bar on the South Mall.

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2026-05-07 Booze At Airports, Buffalo Souljah, Corks Newest Ferry & More...

Thu, 07 May 2026 12:59:16 GMT

PJ asks if the move to regulate airport drinks is real, talks to the man who was called back from Australia by 800 buffalo in Cork, learns how the new Cork-France ferry will work. And more...

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Comedian John Spillane Is Selling Out Gigs In The Firemans Hut

Thu, 07 May 2026 11:51:25 GMT

PJ talks to John Spillane who came up with the most unique idea for Cork Fringe. See also corkfringe.com

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Preparations Underway For Midleton Tattoo Festival

Thu, 07 May 2026 11:20:42 GMT

PJ talks to organizer Ross Daly from Holy Cow Tattoo Midleton

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Great Support For The Stephen Carroll Memorial Walk For Penney Dinners

Thu, 07 May 2026 11:18:37 GMT

PJ talks to Michael John Murphy who says the walk follows the route of this years Munster Hurling Final which will be either 100km or 130km long

PJ Talks To Aidan Coffey CEO Hibernia Line The New Cork France Ferry

Thu, 07 May 2026 11:14:36 GMT

PJ talks to Aidan about the new service with the first sailings hit the water in mid-June see also hibernia-line.com

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Kieran Went To Australia To Escape The Farm But 800 Buffalo Called Him Home

Thu, 07 May 2026 10:26:23 GMT

PJ talks to Kieran Lynch about taking over Macroom Buffalo Dairy from his dad

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From Secret Struggle To UCC Success Collette Beat Illiteracy to Honor Her Daughter’s Memory

Thu, 07 May 2026 09:55:45 GMT

PJ talks to Collette who dedicated her degree in Youth And Community to the memory of her daughter

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Interest In Rural Pubs With Accommodation

Thu, 07 May 2026 09:37:28 GMT

PJ talks to auctioneer Killian Lynch about the new interest in living over the shop, sometimes even with a wishing well included!

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Darkness Into Light Mayfield

Thu, 07 May 2026 09:28:49 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr John Maher about Darkness Into Light (Cork Northside DIL Glen Rovers Hurling Club 4.15am)

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What Role Can Europe Play In A United Ireland Meeting Fri May 8th

Thu, 07 May 2026 09:24:05 GMT

PJ talks to one of the speakers at the meeting Kathleen Funchion MEP which is being held at at Fri May 8th at 7:00 PM in the Clayton Silversprings

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What Is Hantavirus Anyway?

Thu, 07 May 2026 09:00:01 GMT

It has been in the news twice recently with the death of actor Gene Hackman's wife and the MV Hondius cruise ship outbreak. PJ finds out more about it from Blackpool's Dr John Sheehan

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Ban Drinks In Airports? Maybe It's Time?

Thu, 07 May 2026 08:56:26 GMT

Ryanair's Michael O'Leary says airports need better policing of alcohol including restricted opening hours. PJ and Eoghan Corry of travelextra.ie talk it over

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2026-05-06 Emma Got THAT Brad Pitt Video, Lane Change Nightmares, Preemie Mia Gives Us All Hope & More...

Wed, 06 May 2026 11:50:13 GMT

PJ hears how Emma bagged that video of Brad Pitt over the weekend, learns about lane changes that may not make sense, chats to Magda about Mia who was born at just 31 weeks. And more...

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If We Want Nice Events And Dance Nights In Cork We Need To Buy Tickets In Advance

Wed, 06 May 2026 11:19:01 GMT

DJ Marq Walsh tells PJ how lack of advance ticket sales hurts gigs and not just financially!

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All Cork Rallied To Help Logan Build His Luigi Lego Masterpiece

Wed, 06 May 2026 11:16:35 GMT

Luigi is a Lego masterpiece. So good it's on display at Brick Con next Sun. Logan built it and he and mum Linda tell PJ that he even got help on Facebook to get the right bricks for certain parts

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Preemie Mia's Triumph Brings Hope To Hospital Corridors

Wed, 06 May 2026 11:05:06 GMT

PJ talks to Magda whose Facebook picture of Mia three years after her birth at just 31 weeks melted hearts throughout Cork

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Don't Mix Up Your Numbers In The Analog Devices Cork City Marathon - Here's Why

Wed, 06 May 2026 11:00:05 GMT

PJ talks to Eamon Hayes about why wearing the number is so crucial and gets a few tips about how runners should continue their preparation

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Key To The EU Helps Young Kids Understand The EU

Wed, 06 May 2026 10:46:07 GMT

PJ talks to Emmanuelle Schon-Quinlivan and Sarah Nally about keytotheeu.com which makes learning about other European countries fun

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Many Young Teens Are Obsessed With Cosmetic Fillers And Cosmetic Procedures

Wed, 06 May 2026 10:37:05 GMT

PJ talks to Katrina Dennehy of Smaointe CBT about a new form of body image problem that is being seen more and more often

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ASTI President On Leaving Cert Changes & Upcoming Vote

Wed, 06 May 2026 10:31:35 GMT

PJ talks to ASTI President Padraig Curley about some fears people have expressed about ongoing changes to the way the Leaving Cert is examined

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CCFC's LGBT Top Is A Big Success

Wed, 06 May 2026 09:46:16 GMT

PJ talks to Aaron Howey of CCFC about their brilliantly designed LGBTQ inspired Third Jersey, which is part of their ethos of supporting diversity.

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Lane Change Confusion On The N40

Wed, 06 May 2026 09:27:13 GMT

PJ talks to Michael Kenrick of Get Your Licence Cork about how lane changes on the N40 are causing troubles.

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Can We Solve The Doctor Shortage By Tweaking The Student Loan Scheme?

Wed, 06 May 2026 09:24:56 GMT

PJ talks to Chris Luke about the new government plan to keep doctors in Ireland once they have graduated

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Emma Bagged The Video Of Brad Pitt In Cork The Whole World Is Talking About

Wed, 06 May 2026 09:18:25 GMT

PJ hears Damien Sreenan talking to Emma who planned her stakeout of Cork Airport thoroughly and got the result the world is talking about

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2026-05-05 Solving Housing Problems By Going To Spain, How Guards Tackle Cybercrime, A Fair Chance For All With ID+ & More...

Tue, 05 May 2026 11:45:57 GMT

Paul Byrne hears how Áine got a house in Spain, learns how Guards are fighting online scams, chats with two women fighting for a fair shake for people with intellectual disabilities. And more...

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The Mums And Daughters Whose Bond As Shania Twaniacs Took Them To Vegas

Tue, 05 May 2026 11:27:24 GMT

Paul talks to mums Michelle Durin and Trina Murphy whose daughters Ella and Mia got to perform on a Vegas stage with Shania after getting to know each other on a Facebook page for Shania fans

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Emily Has Written Four Books And She's Just 11!

Tue, 05 May 2026 11:23:36 GMT

Paul talks to Emily Coughlan and her proud mum Valerie about what inspires her to write books that help other kids

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When They Said My Daughter Wouldn't Amount To Much I Said Over My Dead Body!

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:52:08 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Claire whose daughter lives with Down Syndrome and works in The Kingsley and to Dr Nicola Maxwell Lead of UCC's ID+ program. See also here

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A Giant Carp Catch For A 12 Year Old

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:15:24 GMT

Paul Byrne talk to Jamie who went viral over the weekend for catching a huge carp at the Lough and to Ted Dineen who was there as well

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How Gardái Are Dealing With Cybercrime

Tue, 05 May 2026 09:55:21 GMT

Paul chats with Det Sgt Mick Lynch of the Garda National Cyber Crime Bureau in studio

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Pauline Healy Finally Gets Houses After Fire Destroyed Her Mayfield Home

Tue, 05 May 2026 09:31:27 GMT

Paul talks to Pauline who lost the house she lived in Mayfield with her husband John when it went on fire while they were away on holidays but more than 100 days later she's got a new place from the Council.

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Give Crosshaven A Good Spruce Up For Cork Week

Tue, 05 May 2026 09:08:23 GMT

Paul talks to Cllr Audrey Buckley and James Slevin from The Oar Bar about getting Crosshaven to its best for the big event.

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Áine From Mayfield Escaped The Irish Housing Market To Spain

Tue, 05 May 2026 08:57:10 GMT

Paul talks to singer Áine Carroll about the low prices for housing in Spain

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Is It Time To Call It A Day For The Late Late Show?

Tue, 05 May 2026 08:50:02 GMT

Paul Byrne and Daily Mail columnist Brenda Power ask if the show needs to modernize or even go back to the past

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Ballincollig Playground Refurbished After Vandalism But Will It Get Damaged Again?

Tue, 05 May 2026 08:42:26 GMT

Paul talks to Cllr Colm Kelleher about the need to keep the playground safe from vandals

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2026-05-01 Cork Is Brad Pitt Hunting, Union Boss Mick Lynch Finds 1926 Census Cork Roots, Sing For Your Life & More...

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:58:33 GMT

PJ joins the hunt for Brad Pitt as he films in Cork, learns how RMT boss Mick Lynch found his Cork family tree on RTE's Come To Your Census, talks to Jane about life in Cork Choral Festival peoples favorite Sing For Your Life. And more...

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Norma Sheehan Kicks Off The Shirley Valentine Bank Holiday Weekend With A Visit To Our Studios

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:51:19 GMT

PJ catches up with Norma, shows off our new studios talks Shirley Valentine and even a new podcast See a normasheahan.com

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Jazzy Anita Williams From Montforts To Middle East In Kino Tonight

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:48:22 GMT

Anita tells PJ why she's bringing world class jazz home to Cork. See also here

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What's Happening At Cork Mela On Sunday

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:19:48 GMT

PJ talks to Nisha Tandon about what's happening at the Mela in Fitzgerald Park on Sunday where there will be food from all over the world, Henna, Kabin Crew and so much else See also here

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Tour Of 238 RNLI Lifeboat Stations Comes To Cork!

Fri, 01 May 2026 10:28:37 GMT

Allan & Helen Thornill from Surrey are in Cork on their challenge to visit 238 RNLI Lifeboat Stations and PJ catches up with them and John Hearne, Operations Manager at RNLI Youghal who spoke about their visit.

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Short Term Register For Self-Catering Rentals

Fri, 01 May 2026 10:22:46 GMT

PJ talks to Maire Ni Mhurchú, Chair of The Irish Self Catering Federation on Short Term Register implementation date passing (May 1st) with nothing happening

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Union Leader Mick Lynch Tells Us What He Found Out On "Come To Your Census"

Fri, 01 May 2026 09:52:56 GMT

PJ talks to Mick Lynch, leader of one of the UK's biggest unions, who is proud of his Cork roots. He found out plenty from the 1926 Census taking part in Come To Your Census which airs Sundays 6.30pm and on RTE Player

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Sing For The World Are The Joyous Cork Choral Festival Favorite

Fri, 01 May 2026 09:32:21 GMT

PJ talks to Jane Christie-Johnston, Conductor of Sing For Your Life! from Tasmania about how they came to be one of the people's favorites of corkchoral.ie

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All Cork Is Watching For Brad Pitt Filming Up By The Workshop Cafe

Fri, 01 May 2026 09:00:27 GMT

PJ chats to Brad Spotters Órla O'Donovan from Corks 96FM and also to Aidan O'Brien who runs The Workshop café up by the Airport with his brother David.

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What's The Weekend Weather Like?

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:33:15 GMT

PJ looks forward to the weekend with Alan O'Reilly of Carlow Weather

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2026-04-30 Let's Make River Lee Gates Safer, Be Her Wingman For Menopause, Hokum Is A West Cork Horror & More...

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:46:15 GMT

PJ hears about a problem with the new gates on city centre quays, gets tips for helping her as menopause hits, chats about a new horror set in West Cork. And more...

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Hokum Is Scary And It's Set In West Cork!

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:45:03 GMT

PJ and Crossy chat about Hokum, a horror story set in West Cork

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Cobh Is Our Treasure - Manage It Right!

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:02:09 GMT

Hendrick Verwey tells PJ that a viral post about a tourist who tried to pay for parking a motorhome but could find no one to take money shows how things need changing

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I Was Shocked No One Helped When I Was Abused On Bus

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:59:27 GMT

PJ talks to Marie-Claire who says in a decent society we need more people to stand up and be an ally of those who are getting physical and verbal abuse

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Queens Old Castle Normal Store Opening Thu May 7th

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:43:19 GMT

Most of us haven't come across Normal before and are curious. Navid Samarghandi International Sales Manager with Normal stores tells PJ what to expect

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Midleton Hub Can't Take More Referrals Due To Sheer Numbers Seeking Health

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:09:42 GMT

PJ talks Eileen Kelly, Chair of The Hub Midleton who says the demand is enormous

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Be The Wingman For Her Menopause - Your Partner Is Your Prize

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:54:38 GMT

PJ finds out great ways to be a wingman for a woman in menopause from Michelle A Hardwick. "Menopause Wingman" by Michelle A Hardwick is available worldwide now as a print-on-demand book via Amazon

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Youghal & East Cork Railway Campaign Gets Waterford Support

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:45:06 GMT

PJ talks to Michael Beecher about how a railway link would revolutionize commuting into the city and bringing city tourists into East Cork and Waterford

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LadyCab For Women Passengers And Drivers In Cork Today

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:34:18 GMT

PJ talks to boss Emanuela about how the service is being received by drivers and passengers in Dublin and how they are rolling out in Cork. LadyCab Passenger Experience & Safety Survey - Cork here and Female Driver Recruitment & Insight Survey here

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Let's Put Better Safety Gates On The River Lee

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:30:03 GMT

Liam from Myo Cafe says with the hot weather he's spotted some problems with the gates which need looking at See photo here

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Parents & Teachers Left Wondering As Details Of "July Provision" Not Revealed Yet

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:56:19 GMT

PJ hears from Graham, a teacher who works with kids who have additional needs, who says both teachers and parents need to know where they stand in time for July

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Stop Speeding On Ratruns

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:52:40 GMT

PJ hears Mike say that since much-needed roadworks started on the main road near him people are tearing past his house as they try to find an alternative route

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2026-04-29 Retest Drivers Every 5 Years? "I've Noticed & I'm Worried About You", Being In Charge Of An 11 Piece & More...

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:04:02 GMT

PJ hears a call for every driver to be tested every five years, learns about a poster campaign to talk about mental health as you would about a sore knee, an 11 piece band to get the Eagles sound just right. And more...

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Corks Stephen Palmer Turned Ireland's Oz Youth Into A Giant Community

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:39:03 GMT

PJ talks to Stephen, who heads the "Irish Around Oz" website and Facebook See also irisharoundoz.com

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Dezperado The 11 Member Cork Superband That Get The Eagles Sound Bang On

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:12:14 GMT

PJ talks to Johnny Murphy who gets the sound and feeling just right, no matter what it takes and to Don Looney Cork Chair of MS Ireland who are benefitting from their Everyman appearance May 2nd

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"I've Noticed And I'm Worried About You"— A sentence That Saves Lives

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:04:39 GMT

PJ talks to Barbara Louise Brennan about surviving severe bipolar disorder and the Mental Health Matters poster campaign along with Martin Ryan of the HSE.

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We Need To Count The Hidden Homeless And The Almost Homeless

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:03:00 GMT

PJ hears from Paul Sheehan of Simon who says we need to manage the housing crisis we also need to know who is couch surfing and who is living in overcrowded places

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Retest Drivers Every 5 Years To Be Serious About Road Safety

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:41:56 GMT

Donal drives busses and he says there should be a retest every five years because once people get a licence the rules of the road just do not exist.

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Finally A Railway Station In Kilbarry!

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:16:55 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Noel O'Flynn about the news that Irish Rail are developing a rail station in the Blackpool area to serve Cork Commuters

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80 Year Old Woman Living In Togher Social Housing

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:13:44 GMT

Cllr Albert Deasy describes to PJ the conditions he saw on a visit to social housing in Togher

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Let's Fund Drug Education As Much As Drug Rehab Says Well Known Cork Youth Worker

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:32:06 GMT

PJ talks to Joe Curtin from The Hut who says it's better to prevent than to cure

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Is City Centre Policing Blitz Pushing Crime Out Towards The Suburbs?

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:06:50 GMT

PJ talks to Padraig Rice TD about local concerns in adjacent areas

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Hauling The Burden Can Diplomacy Save Truckers?

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:46:17 GMT

PJ talks to Ger Hyland of The Irish Road Haulage association asking will the fuel package agreed with government be enough to keep the trucks on the road or are other supports needed as well?

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2026-04-28 First Communion Costs, A Target For Breathalyzers? Winning Awards For Fairtytale Holidays & More...

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:11:34 GMT

PJ talks to callers about costly and value driven First Communions, hears a call for an annual target for roadside breath checks, learns about Magic Holidays awards for making dreams comes true. And more...

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Kinsales Magic Holidays Scoops Award For Their Theme Park Holiday Packages

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:23:12 GMT

PJ talks to John Barrett who earns a living literally making dreams come true!

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Philip Stokes The Man With The Beautiful Clock Shops Talks About Being Corks Only Horologist

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:15:52 GMT

As TV fame beckons for Philip, he let's PJ into a few tricks of the clock trade!

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Another Broken Flood Defence Deadline For Midleton

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:12:30 GMT

PJ talks to Caroline Leahy, Midleton and East Cork Flood Protection Group Secretary, as the news breaks that another deadline for temporary flood defences is to be rescheduled

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What Will The New Policing & Community Safety Authority Be Doing In Midleton This Week?

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:26:57 GMT

PJ chats to Helen Hall Chief Executive of the Authority in advance of their meeting in public with the Garda Commissioner and senior officers at the My Place Community Centre in Midleton on Thursday 30 April. See also here

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A New Court That Treats Drug Rooted Crime By Treating Addiction

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:14:32 GMT

Very few people know that there's been a long experiment in Dublin that gives addicts a chance if they complete treatment and PJ talks to Sen Nicole Ryan about a possible nationwide rollout

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I Learned To Use Naloxone To Save Lives

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:10:29 GMT

Bernard O'Hehir tells PJ why he learned how to reverse an overdose and what he would like to see in terms of Naloxone provision.

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Hannah Has A Texas Licence And Had To Sit An Irish Driving Test

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:21:13 GMT

PJ talks to Hannah who talks him through what happened her when she tried to drive in Ireland

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Would Breath Testing Targets Cut Road Deaths?

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:13:10 GMT

PJ talks to Dr Eoin Fogarty, a CUH Consultant, who thinks it would and has other ideas as well to get real about road deaths.

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Communion Season Is More Expensive Than Ever

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:40:55 GMT

PJ talks to Jen Hogan, parenting journalist with the Irish Times and to Sylvia who made a beautiful outfit her daughter is proud of.

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2026-04-27 New Clues In Du Plantier Case, Exchanging US Licences For Irish Ones, Taoiseach Micheál Martin & More...

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:19:07 GMT

PJ hears about news in the Du Plantier case, learns of a campaign to allow people exchange US driving licences for Irish ones, talks to Taoiseach Micheál Martin. And More...

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Taoiseach Micheál Martin In Studio

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:16:11 GMT

PJ puts listener worries and questions to Taoiseach Micheál Martin

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Wonderful Online GAA Coaching Resource

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:50:57 GMT

PJ talks to Pat Spratt and Tracey Walker, Duhallow GAA, on their online coaching resource accessible and useful to all coaches See also duhallowgaacoaching.ie

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Captain Wagtail Is About Girl Pirates, Glass Ceilings And Kinsale!

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:37:18 GMT

PJ talks to Karla, Sarah and Éidín about their brilliant comedy which is part of the Cork Fringe Festival 2026 at The Pavilion May 9th & 10th @ 3:00pm

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Cork's Robyn & Aoife At The Heart Of NY's Powerhouse

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:25:16 GMT

PJ talks to Robyn Murphy & Aoife Lynch UCC Politics students about their work placement in NY State Assembly & Senate

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Why Can't We Exchange A Full American Licence For A Full Irish One?

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:11:30 GMT

PJ talks to Damian Greene about the plight of people who have a strong driving record in the USA but have to sit a test to get a licence here. See also irishlicenseexchange.com

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Cork Traders Big Tidy Up On Oliver Plunkett St

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:31:14 GMT

The Cork Business Association is having a Cleaning & Greening Campaign and tomorrow it hits Oliver Plunkett. PJ finds out more from Kate Neville

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Is Leaving Cert 2.0 A System in Turmoil?

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 09:13:46 GMT

PJ talks to teacher Michael McGrath about the row between the government and the ASTI that will see many schools without coordinators for projects that count towards the Leaving Cert

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Electric Atmosphere At Cork v Limerick

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:52:47 GMT

PJ looks back with Corks 96FM GAA Correspondent Finbarr McCarthy

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Time To End Stamp Duty For First Time Buyers?

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:42:59 GMT

PJ talks to Seamus McGrath TD who thinks that it would help get on the ladder as prices soar.

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Mystery Caller In Du Plantier Case Identified

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:40:50 GMT

PJ talks to Michael Sheridan about this and other developments that he wrote about in The Sunday Times yesterday

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2026-04-24 Why Name A Bridge After Him? Corks Got Ireland's Best Hairdresser, Picnic Tips & More...

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:36:50 GMT

PJ hears that Cork's latest bridge was named after someone with antisemitic tendencies, chats with Valerie from Ikon who won the "hairdressing Oscars", asks for tips on great picnic locations. And more...

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"Always" And "Never" Two Important Words For Kids Highlighted In Karl's Book

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:14:20 GMT

Karl Kavanagh says "Always And Never" tells kids that words are important. See also here

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ARC's Beautiful Therapy Garden Is Beautiful

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:04:24 GMT

ARC CEO Stephen Teap looks forward to the opening and says it is a great place for anyone to take a moment and it can be an easy way to break the ice for those on a cancer journey. The opening is tomorrow Sat Apr 25th at 12-3 Sarsfield Rd Wilton T12 EW9A

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Let's Have A Great Picnic

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:57:05 GMT

PJ and Elke O'Mahony talk through how to get a picnic really right and also where the best place to have a picnic is

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Cork v Limerick Sunday

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:52:26 GMT

PJ talks to Finny Mac the Corks 96FM GAA correspondent about what to expect from Sunday

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Molly The Turtle Goes Home After Overstaying In Ireland 22 Years!

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:43:24 GMT

PJ talks to Kevin Flannery of Dingle Oceanworld who are helping Molly, a turtle that arrived here 22 years ago go home again! See also https://www.facebook.com/OceanworldAquariumDingle

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Cork Marks 40 Years Of Chernobyl Horror

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:36:34 GMT

PJ hears from Fiona Fiona Corcoran of the Greater Chernobyl Cause and also from Olesia Zhytkova, wife of Belarus political dissident Kim Samunseko who will speak at the event Sun 12 midday at Bishop Lucey Park

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Michael Jackson Movie Opens In Cork

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:13:43 GMT

PJ hears from Trevor Welch who was at "Michael" las night

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Will The Lycian Way In Turkey Be The New Camino?

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:32:31 GMT

Eoghan Corry tells PJ challenge-seekers are setting their eyes on the Lycian Way which has difficult climbs but amazing historical places to see

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Cork Salon Ikon Hair Design Wins Hairdressing Oscars

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:20:18 GMT

PJ talks to Valerie about their amazing win!

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Peter Aiken On Zach Bryan, Singers Who Believe And Event Centre

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:00:44 GMT

PJ hears from Katie O'Keefe who spoke to promoter Peter Aiken as he announced a second gig for Zach Bryan.

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Should City Council Name A Bridge After Seamus Murphy?

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:59:06 GMT

Cllr Brian McCarthy tells PJ he is baffled why Council chose to name a bridge after Seamus McCarthy who stood as a candidate for Ailtirí na hAiséirghe a party that expressed antisemitic views and wanted totalitarian government in Ireland.

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2026-04-23 Top Cost Of Living Tips From Eoin McGee, Toll Road Chaos, Stick Shift Or Manual & More...

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:38:58 GMT

PJ gets money saving advice, hears how a toll increase is causing traffic chaos in Fermoy, learns why manual licences might be better than licences for automatics. And more...

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Driving On An Automatic Licence Has Some Drawbacks

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:19:34 GMT

PJ hears from Driving Instructor Darren Mullane who says most people master the clutch in two hours or so and it opens opportunities even if you end up driving an automatic day to day.

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Lifelong Learning Festival Is So Diverse!

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:15:55 GMT

PJ talks to James Leonard, the festival coordinator, about the huge range of opportunities to learn that are not all academic. See also https://www.corklearningcity.ie/lifelong-learning-festival

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Volunteering For Vincent De Paul Is Good For Everyone

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:02:39 GMT

Julie Ann & Miriam are glad they volunteered and PJ finds out why. See also svp.ie/volunteer

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Coláíste Chríost Rí Goes Coed!

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:34:50 GMT

Former pupil PJ talks to Principal Pádraig Mac an Rí about the change which will see the school aim for a 50/50 mix

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Automatic Cars Take Over As Stick Shift Declines

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:32:35 GMT

Paddy Comyn from donedeal.ie tells PJ its the first time there are more automatics listed on the site

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Surge Of Interest In Modular Since Govt Announced Scheme

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:28:43 GMT

PJ talks to JP from Big Man Tiny Homes and he says that the debate over homes in back gardens has opened peoples eyes to what a modern modular is like

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Lots Of Good Points To Modular Homes In Back Gardens Scheme

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:48:55 GMT

Estate Agent Johanna Murphy has been looking hard at the scheme and she points out to PJ that there's a lot of good in it as part of an overall solution to the housing crisis

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Toll Price Rise Surges Trucks And Traffic Into Fermoy

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:15:15 GMT

Cllr Peter O'Donoghue tells PJ that traffic is unmanageable because tolls are too high, especially with the cost of living crisis.

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Energy Supply Ideas

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:01:55 GMT

Prof Aoife Foley tells PJ that we need to secure our energy supply and has ideas on how to do it

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Money Tips From Eoin McGee

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:50:58 GMT

PJ gets cost of living tips so you can still afford a nice holiday this year. See also here

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2026-04-22 Cork's Muriel Is A Scambuster, Log Cabin Rentals, Living With The Inuit & More...

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:43:05 GMT

PJ talks to Muriel about her popular scambusting TikTok, asks will we see loads of rentals in back gardens, and chats with Geraldine about living with the Inuit in her 20s. And more...

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Now West Cork Will Have An Event Centre!

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:18:39 GMT

There are plans for an Event Centre in West Cork. PJ hears more from Siobhán Burke, West Cork Music Venue Development Manager

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Living With The Inuit At -40° With Kids!

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:06:49 GMT

PJ talks to Castletownbere woman Geraldine Osborne who upped and went to one of the most remote Inuit communities in her 20s She'll be talking about her life and her book "Somewhere Cold: A Year Living In The High Arctic" 8pm tonight Apr 22nd at Cork City Library

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Peter's Got A Great App And A Great Future With task-bidder At Just 19!

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:58:34 GMT

Peter O'Mahony runs task-bidder.ie https://task-bidder.ie and PJ finds out where the idea came from

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Let's Get Ready For Ballydehob Jazz Festival (Apr 30th - May 4th)

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:32:12 GMT

PJ gets this year's vibe from Joe O'Leary

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Stop Marriage Problems Before They Start

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:21:37 GMT

PJ hears that life as a couple should be prepared for just as for anything else important from Psychotherapist & Counsellor Sandra Carroll

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Lucy Tells PJ About A Lucky Escape From A Vodafone Scam

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:11:37 GMT

PJ hears how Lucy almost got taken for two expensive iPhones

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Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire TD On "Beds-In-Sheds"

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:49:09 GMT

Donnchadh tells PJ that his party supported "log cabins" for people helping relatives but do not want to see widespread use among landlords

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Fears Around The "Beds-In-Sheds" Scheme

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:32:49 GMT

PJ hears a call for standards from Ann-Marie O'Reilly, National Advocacy Manager at Threshold

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Muriel Is Corks Queen Of Scam Busting

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:30:26 GMT

PJ talks to Muriel Foley who has made a huge following on TikTok busting all the different scams she comes across. See also @murielfoley1

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3 Schools No Pedestrian Crossing

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:27:27 GMT

Rita tells PJ that Mayfield village has three schools, loads of speeders and no pedestrian crossing. She says espite lavish and controversial schemes elsewhere the people nearby can make no progress in even getting speed bumps

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Graffiti Ruining Corks Image

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:37:08 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Albert Deasy who says that utility companies should clean off cabinets and poles

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2026-04-21 Cork Luas Boss On New Plan, CUH Saved My Twins, Mick Flannery & More...

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:00:57 GMT

PJ talks to Paolo Carbone of TII about the revised Luas Plan, hears why Ciara is so grateful to CUMH, talks to Mick Flannery in advance of his Everyman show "The House Must Win" And More...

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Cork Community Pride Is Rearing To Go This Summer Here's How To Get Involved!

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:30:56 GMT

PJ talks to Niamh Kennedy of Cork Community Pride and Drag Queen Boo Boo Oopsie about the fun being lined up. See also here

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Mick Flannery Talks Cork, Music And "The House Must Win" Everyman May 6th - 16th

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:28:03 GMT

PJ chats to Cork's music great Mick Flannery in advance of The House Must Win See also here

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Interior Designer Celine Says Design Should Be For You

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:00:03 GMT

PJ hears some refreshing takes on people centered interior design from Celine Collins

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Action Against War Cork Holding Meetings Across City

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:18:04 GMT

John Ryan of Action Against War Cork talks to PJ about their meetings to discuss people’s nuanced views on war/neutrality Meetings 8pm on Tue Apr 28th at the South parish Community centre and there’s a meeting the next day 7.30am in The Glen Resource Ctr

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Thanks To Wonderful Staff Who Spotted Rare Problem With My Twins By Walking 13,000 Steps

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:58:14 GMT

PJ talks to Clara Bowe who is so grateful to CUMH staff for spotting a rare problem with her twins that saved their lives so she is giving back by taking part in the "Walk In Their Shoes" Support her here

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Mums Need A Bit Of Care After Birth Too!

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:42:10 GMT

Amélie Nyhan is Postpartum Doula and explains to PJ the days of ignoring mum after birth are coming to an end

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Happy Update On Lad Who Got A Bit Of A Bump In Cork v Tipp

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:36:31 GMT

PJ hears the latest from Kevin Foley, MD of Cavanaghs Of Charleville

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Cormac Says Dubai Is Back To Normal And Still A Great Place For Irish Workers

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:29:21 GMT

Cormac tells PJ what the last few weeks are like and why people are still coming to Dubai

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Cork Luas Boss Paolo Carbone On The Reaction To The Revised Luas Plan

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:17:16 GMT

PJ talks to Paolo about the reaction to the new plan

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What Now For Daniel Kinehan?

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:39:39 GMT

PJ talks to Stephen Breen Crime Editor of The Irish Sun and author of "The Cartel" and "The Hitmen" about the Kinehans

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2026-04-20 A Páirc Uí Chaoimh Event Centre? St Lukes X Filter Lane, A Podcast For Mná na hÉireann & More...

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:49:41 GMT

PJ hears Michael O'Flynn say Páirc Uí Chaoimh could be the best option for The Event Centre, discusses traffic worries in St Lukes Cross, learns about a new podcast celebrating great Irish women at home and abroad. And more...

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The Doers The Dreamers And Storytellers - Mná Na hÉireann Podcast

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:15:00 GMT

PJ hears from Ciara Riordan, the woman behind a great celebration of Irish women at home and abroad. Check out mnanaheireann.ie to hear more or to suggest someone for interview

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Iaorana House Is Anna's Mediterranean Dream Home

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:01:13 GMT

PJ talks to Anna Bougharbel from maisonannab.com about the dream home she built and how it changed her life.

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Michael Tells PJ About Solidarity Fuel Protests In Australia

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:49:20 GMT

Michael tells PJ that Irish people living in Australia rallied to support the fuel protests we have seen over the last few weeks

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Deadline For Bessborough Planning Appeal Is Midnight

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:46:04 GMT

PJ talks to Carmel Cantwell about how to appeal before time runs out

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Silversprings Grace's Act Of Kindness Was Just What Mum Tiegen Needed

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:32:28 GMT

Tiegen tells the story of a random act of kindness by Grace who works for Silversprings Clayton and we track down Grace

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The Annual Climb For John Cunningham Is Supporting A Schoolbus For Scoil Aislinn

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:08:08 GMT

John Cunningham was well-loved for his work with Penny Dinners and around town but lost his life to suicide and every year Penny Dinners organize a climb up Carrauntoohil in his name Dave Feeney tells PJ. This year it is in aid of a schoolbus for Scoil Aislinn. See also here

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Cook Your Meals For Free With An Anerobic Digester

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:36:38 GMT

PJ talks to Fiona Kelleher about the MyGug digester which turns waste food into gas!

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St Lukes Needs The Filter Lane To Summerhill North Says Cllr Joe Kavanagh

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:26:50 GMT

Cllr Kavanagh tells PJ that a new safe roads for school children project in St Lukes is brilliant, except for the removal of a filter lane which will add to chaos and make things less safe.

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Jerry Buttimer Minister Of State At Dept Of Transport On Cork Luas Revised Plans

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:08:08 GMT

PJ puts listener points to Jerry Buttimer TD

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Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne On Situation At Scoil Pheig Sayers & The Weekend Stabbing Incident

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:39:04 GMT

PJ talks to Paul about parents withdrawing their children from school, Friday, at Scoil Pheig Sayers and the stabbing on the Grand Parade on Saturday

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Páirc Uí Chaoimh Is The Right Location For The Event Centre?

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:34:29 GMT

PJ talks to Michael O'Flynn who says that a bigger vision of what an Event Centre could do for Cork could be achieved at PUC

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2026-04-17 Revised Cork LUAS Plan Revealed, Jet Fuel Crisis, Youghal Man Ryan Wants To Play With Shania Twain & More...

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:48:24 GMT

PJ hears about the new revised plan for the Cork LUAS, discusses the jet fuel crisis facing the travel industry, chats with Ryan Phoenix the Youghal man competing on the Late Late for a chance to play with Shania. And more...

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Youghal Man Ryan Is Competing To Support Shania Twain On The Late Late Tonight

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:39:38 GMT

PJ catches up with Ryan Phoenix ahead of his appearance on TV tonight

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Kevin McGahern On Lies, Cloaks, and Cork’s Free Tap Water

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:31:35 GMT

PJ talks to Kevin McGahern in advance of his Comedy Club appearance Sat night

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Revised LUAS Plan Announced Plus Reaction From Cllr Lynch

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:08:03 GMT

PJ hears from Damien Sreenan from 96FM News who spoke to Paolo Carbone, Head of Public Transport Capital Projects at Transport Infrastructure Ireland, about the revised plan and got reaction from Cllr Joe Lynch

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We Talk To Ella Vaughan From Kanturk The Girl Who Sang At The Foynes Protest

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:01:19 GMT

A lot of people are wondering who the Foynes protest singer was, no matter which side of the fuel protest debate they are on, her singing was something else. PJ caught up with Ella Vaughan

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Some Fuel Protesters Regrouping & Rethinking

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:49:20 GMT

PJ talks to Denis O'Callaghan of the Irish Cattle & Sheep Farmers Association and agricultural contractor Tim Coleman who both say that they are not happy with the government package but it's important not to rush into another wave of protests without planning how they work

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Is A Lifetime Inheritance Tax Threshold The Way Forward

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:40:50 GMT

James Sexton tells PJ he thinks the current system is unfair to those who want to leave to their nephews or others and people should get a lifetime threshold for inheritance no matter where it comes from.

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Phone & Online Scams Are Getting Harder To Spot - Find Out How To Beat Them

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:56:37 GMT

Dr Hazel Murray from MTU-Cork tells PJ she is doing presentations to help clue you on. To take part email cyber-advice@cyberskills.ie

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Exciting New Plans To Make The Viaduct A Transport Hub

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:39:25 GMT

PJ talks to Damien Long, well known for his West Cork Connects business, who has taken it over and has big plans

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Will Europe Run Out Of Aviation Fuel?

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:56:06 GMT

PJ talks to Donagh McCarthy of Blackpool Travel about fears that holiday flights may have no fuel because of Operation Epic Fury

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Time To Use Whiddy Oil Terminal Again?

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:54:01 GMT

As the world becomes a more uncertain place, Cllr Finbarr Harrington tells PJ we need to have the facility to handle oil back in action

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2026-04-16 Is FF Leadership About To Change? A Cork Girl Makes Her Own PMS App, World's Biggest Game Of Tip/Chase & More...

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:15:41 GMT

PJ takes calls from listeners on the future of Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin, chats to Lynda who made her own app to help with PMS when she wasn't happy with what was out there, learns about the biggest game of tip/chase happening in West Cork. And more...

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Worlds Biggest Game Of Tip/Chase!

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:53:02 GMT

PJ talks to Brian Butler who is organizing it. See also caracommunityireland

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Cork Students Run Human Rights Conference In Honor Of Frederick Douglass

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:41:40 GMT

Michaela Alfred-Kamara Of Cork Educate Together Secondary School joins PJ with Charlotte Cochrane, Isa Reen O’Mahony, Kelly and Emma Barrett as they talk about the Frederick Douglass Students Human Rights Conference. Students from Cork Educate Together Secondary School, Millstreet Community School and Coachford College organized it in the UCC Western Gateway Building

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Crossy On Two Eagerly Awaited Movies "Michael" & "Lee Cronin's The Mummy"

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:18:22 GMT

PJ hears the Scoop from Crossy

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Damien Sreenan From 96FM News Reports From Midleton Court Where Fuel Protester Faced Driving Charges

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:05:24 GMT

PJ gets an update from Damien

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Louise O'Neill On "Whatever Happened To Madeleine Stone"

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:01:50 GMT

Highly acclaimed author Louise O'Neill explains to PJ why she set the book in Hollywood as they look at how the book examines fame

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Getting Back To The Workplace? WorkEqual Will Help Apr 30th In The Metropole

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:51:28 GMT

Niamh tells PJ who WorkEqual gave her the style and the confidence to nail her job interview and Su Duff from workequal.ie

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Cork Lawyer Spends €80,000 Developing Her PMS App Called Ahlya

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:28:52 GMT

PJ chats to Lynda Wilkes-Green who made an app to help with PMS when she couldn't find one that worked well for PMS. See also @ahlya.wellness

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Listeners Tell PJ What They Think Of Micheál Martin's Future As FF Leader

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:06:24 GMT

PJ talks to callers about Micheál Martin's future after 3 TDs challenged the way the party is being run

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10 Points For Cork Citys New Library

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:01:49 GMT

PJ talks to Collette Kelleher who says this is a once in a generation chance to get the public library right.

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Construction Costs Soar But Building Not Part Of Govt Fuel Package

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:52:46 GMT

PJ talks to Joanne Tracey, the Construction Industry Federation’s Head of Services for the Southern Region, about the fears construction will almost grind to a halt soon unless relief is put in place.

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Is This Crunch Time For Micheál Martin As FF Leader?

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:38:51 GMT

Following the statement from the 3 youngest FF TDs yesterday PJ asks Irish Examiner Political Correspondent Paul Hosford if this is a fatal blow for Martin's leadership

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2026-04-15 Fuel Costs See Electric Vehicle Interest Surge, Bróda Helps Kids Understand Divorce, Mallows Teen Hair Tycoon & More...

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:27:16 GMT

PJ hears that people are turning to Electric as oil prices are still in crisis, learns about a new book that helps kids understand divorce and separation, chats in studio with TY student James who is supplying hair products throughout Munster. And more...

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Corks Newest Nightclub - "Odyssey" Going Into Holy Cow Building

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:39:12 GMT

PJ talks to Sean Walsh who has big plans to bring serious nightclubbing back to Cork

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Fish Treats Popping Up All Over - PJ Chats To Kate Lawlor

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:06:11 GMT

PJ chats to Foodie Kate about a seafood revival

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Mallow Teen Hair Entrepreneur James Has His Products In All The Top Hair Businesses

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:00:45 GMT

PJ talks to James Kelly-O'Connor, a TY student in The Patrician Academy Mallow, about how he got into the hair biz and why he is so successful! Check him out at @jcutz24

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What's Happening In Cork When Ireland Has EU Presidency In July?

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:12:16 GMT

Is it a boom or a burden for our city? PJ Coogan asks David Geary from European Movement Ireland

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Bród - Helping Kids Understand Divorce And Separation

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:07:01 GMT

Deirdre McCarthy has written a book about Bród who has to learn to understand what is going when relationships go wrong "It’s Not Fair:

Bród’s Journey Through Their Parents’ Break-Up" is available from buythebook.ie

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Black Blob From America Found Off Castlehaven May Mean Good Weather News

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:35:23 GMT

PJ talks to Jim Kennedy of Atlantic Sea Kayaking

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Not Enough Cork In Cork City Task Force?

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:08:35 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Kieran McCarthy who welcomes the new task force but says there's no councillors on it and so far it seems not tailored enough to Cork

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Pedestrian Safety Needs More Priority

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:57:03 GMT

We need more urgency in putting pedestrian crossings across the city. Cllr Peter Horgan tells PJ

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We're Closer To An Ambulance Strike - SIPTU & Mandate

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:42:03 GMT

PJ talks to John McCamley, Sector Organizer with SIPTU tells PJ that promises made around pay just haven't been delivered and his members can't wait any longer with living costs soaring

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Electric Vehicles Searches Surge 125% On DoneDeal As Drivers See Fuel Costs Soar

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:33:37 GMT

Paddy Comyn, DoneDeal Motoring Head of Automotive Content, tells PJ the motor market is changing as drivers see government tax reductions eaten up by soaring oil prices

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2026-04-14 Council Rejects Wheelchair Concerns, Cork Mum Invents Safe LED Scented Candles, Cork Schools Get Penpals & More...

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:56:08 GMT

PJ asks why a motion to look at hazard for wheelchair users was voted down, chats to a mum who turned a love for candles into childsafe LED candles, learns about a revival in penpal contact between Cork and the UK. And more...

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How Jennifer And "Girl In The Year Above" Got On The Peaky Blinders Soundtrack!

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:52:37 GMT

Jennifer tells PJ how Girl In The Year Above, a Cornish band with a deep Cork connection finds themselves on the Peaky Blinders soundtrack after a chance meeting See also here

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Please Help Us Find Luke - Our Stag Party Doll!

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:41:03 GMT

Aisling was in Cork for a stag party over the weekend and brought her stag party doll she tells PJ. His name is Luke he is knee height with piercing blue eyes and gives Annabelle vibes. He was last seen wearing a navy suit, white shirt and yellow bowtie at the Crane Lane. Aisling will be delighted if some nice person returns him home by contacting the station :)

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Laura Loves Candles So Now She Makes Sónua SoSafe!

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:29:02 GMT

Laura Lyons, Sónua LED Candles, on her pivot from Pharma to making safe candles

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Cork's Laura Kenefick Wants Penpal Ties Between Cork Schools & The UK

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:11:41 GMT

Laura spoke to PJ about the success of Letters Between Us now she wants to bring back penpals with a trial between Cork and UK schools To get in touch mail letters.betweenus1@gmail.com

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Let's Hear It For The Heroes With bluelightawards.com

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:44:55 GMT

Stephen Moore from Out Of The Blue and Jason Gillard of Connect Through Service tell PJ how to help a hero

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ADHD - Don't Just TikTok It, Talk To Experts

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:36:15 GMT

PJ talks to Martin Finn from ADHD Ireland about "ADHD Meet The Experts" Apr 23d Met Hotel. See also adhdireland.ie

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Cork Gaol - An Interesting Place!

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:29:27 GMT

When Milan from Canada was looking for amazing places to see in Cork, a lot of listeners suggested Cork Gaol. PJ asks Assistant Manager Jennifer Manifold why so many people love it.

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Frank Has A Suggestion To Understand Contractors Fuel Worries Better

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:22:02 GMT

PJ talks to Frank who says that the public would understand anger better if they thought of it in a certain way.

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If They Police Protests Why Can't They Police The Scramblers That Killed My Daughter Grace

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:13:18 GMT

PJ talks to Siobhan Lynch who campaigned for Grace's Law named after her daughter who was killed when struck by a scrambler

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Motion To Examine Wheelchair Concerns For Active Travel Route Shot Down At Council

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:53:18 GMT

PJ talks to Sharon who first raised concerns about the safety of wheelchair users, Cllr Noel O'Flynn who supported the motion and talks to Cllr Tony Fitzgerald about why he felt that there are other ways forward. He also speaks to Betty who started the picket line on the travel route and has been on it every morning!

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Government Bruised But Stable?

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:29:44 GMT

PJ looks at the toll of the last few days on government and looks ahead to the Vote Of No Confidence in the Dáil today with Adam Higgins of The Irish Sun

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2026-04-13 Fuel Protesters Speak Out, Seamus McGrath On Govt Handling Of Crisis, Let's Help Don Goulding & More...

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:26:53 GMT

PJ talks to fuel protesters, asks Seamus McGrath if the government could have handled the crisis better and hears about Don Goulding who suffered a horrific crash in Alicante and needs our help. And more...

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As Fuel Flows Again Damien Sreenan From 96FM News Gets The Vibe

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:37:12 GMT

PJ hears from Damien Sreenan who took to the forecourts and spoke to customers and a manager

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Let's All Help Navy Man & Cycle Enthusiast Don After Nasty Accident In Alicante

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:15:39 GMT

PJ hears about Don Goulding, well known from his navy service and work for cyclists in Cork from his friend David O’Leary and Tom Lennon, Vice-Chair Ballincollig Crusaders Cycling Club. See also here

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Damien Sreenan From 96FM News Talks To Tractor Driver Hugh Just After Whitegate Protest Ended

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:56:53 GMT

PJ hears from Damien who took to Patrick St where protesters were angry and disappointed by what happened in Whitegate

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Ordinary Workers & Ordinary Farmers Were Not Represented At These Talks Says ICSA Head

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:50:57 GMT

Denis O'Callaghan tells PJ the protesters were generally good humored and are upset at the lack of representation for ordinary people in all sectors

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Kevin Disagrees With Fuel Protest Blockades

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:42:12 GMT

PJ hears Kevin explain why he thinks the wrong people suffered during blockades

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Whitegate Protester Mark Says He'd Do It Again

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:30:13 GMT

PJ talks to Mark who says the cuts to fuel taxes are so small compared to price rises it's almost like the government did nothing.

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Whitegate Protester Tony Hennessy Fills Us In To Protester Feeling After Saturday

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:21:53 GMT

PJ talks to Tony who says protesters are keen to keep pushing for change

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"We Have To Represent People" - Pat Buckley TD

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:14:03 GMT

PJ talks to SF TD Pat Buckley who spent most of the weekend with Whitegate protesters and both consider a point put by caller Pat who says the government isn't spending extra money but forgoing a windfall

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Seamus McGrath TD On Govt Handling Of Protests

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:51:37 GMT

PJ asks Seamus McGrath if the government should have taken action earlier last week

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Conor Was Protesting At Whitegate And Tells PJ What Happened

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:46:26 GMT

Conor tells PJ what happened on Saturday and the mood among those who took part now

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Protest Organizer Sonny On What's Next For The Movement

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:43:09 GMT

The government deal is not what the many on the protests and blockades in the last week were looking for, so PJ asks Sonny what the next move will be

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Ger Hyland Of The IRHA On The Government Fuel Deal

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:37:43 GMT

PJ puts listener opinions and views to Ger and gets his point of view on the protests

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2026-04-10 Whitegate Protests, Ireland's Drink Culture Gone Forever? Circus Factory Help Kids Fly & More...

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:54:44 GMT

PJ takes calls on the protest at Whitegate, explores if the drink culture has changed for Ireland, learns how kids in wheelchairs fly through the air with the help of Circus Factory. And more...

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Whitegate Protester Sean Tells PJ About The Protest

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:03:39 GMT

Sean talks to PJ about the Whitegate protest

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TikTok Celeb Fuel Protester Mark O'Connell On Standing His Ground In Whitegate

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:59:40 GMT

Mark has made a name for himself on TikTok as a good looking guy but he talks serious commitment to getting the fuel situation sorted to PJ

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Helping Kids In Wheelchairs Be Circus Stars

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:46:54 GMT

PJ talks to Megan and Kate Mitchell about the brilliant work Cork's Circus Factory in getting training from Extraordinary Bodies so kids in wheelchairs can fly through the air and be real circus stars.

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Milan From Canada Has Heard So Much About Cork He's Visiting!

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:42:35 GMT

PJ talks to Milan who heard so much about Cork and wants to know what he should see on a trip here

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A Beautiful Play About Positivity

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:40:35 GMT

PJ catches up with Clodagh Whelan to find out more about "Every Brilliant Thing” a play about gratitude in CAT Club See also here

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Nobody Heard Them Cry A Deep Dive Into The Frank McCann Case

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:12:49 GMT

PJ talks to Nicola Bardon from The Irish Sun about a new podcast that is already near the top of the charts. See also here

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Edmund Rice Schools Head To Argentina To Plan Education In The 21st Century

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:07:48 GMT

PJ talks to Aaron Wolfe from Coláiste Eamann Rís who is on his way to Education Beyond Borders in Argentina

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Is Ireland's Drink Culture Over?

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:36:45 GMT

PJ hears amazing figures from a new survey from Dearbhla O'Brien of Drinkaware.

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Peter Horgan Says There Has To Be A Better Way For Protesters & Govt

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:29:01 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Peter Horgan who says all sides need to work together and remember the public especially those who are vulnerable.

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Chamber's Conor Healy On Business Worries As Protests Continue

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:24:21 GMT

PJ talks to Conor Healy of Cork Chamber who says members are worried

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Callers Held Up By Protesters

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:07:15 GMT

While support for truckers and their protest remains strong, PJ hears from Adam & Rosemary who wished there was more consideration for their situations

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Hauliers Boss Ger Hyland On Representing Members & Protesters To Govt

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:00:13 GMT

PJ talks to Ger Hyland of the IRHA about today's meetings with the government.

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Ger The Man Who Approached Taoiseach & Meeting Protesters To Seek A Solution - Michael Collins TD

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:51:15 GMT

PJ speaks to Michael Collins who spoke on behfalf of Ger, the man who approached the Taoiseach in Ballyvourney. He also spoke about his talks with protesters to try and find a solution.

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House Fire In Togher

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:30:08 GMT

PJ gets an update from Victor Shine of Cork City Fire Brigade

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2026-04-09 Army For Fuel Protesters, House Prices Up €35,000, Darts Champ Luke Humphries & More...

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:01:07 GMT

PJ talks to fuel protesters, learns what's next for Corks property market, chats to Darts Champ Luke Humphries about Marquee Masters. And More...

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Darts Champ Luke Humphries Talks To PJ Ahead Of Marquee Masters

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:19:32 GMT

PJ talks to Luke about the upcoming Jul 11th & 12th Marquee Masters show which will also feature two-time World Champion Adrian Lewis, history-making superstar Fallon Sherrock, and fan favourite Simon Whitlock as well as Robert Thornton and John Henderson. See also here

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Red Squirrels Have The Kids Of Glanmire In Their Corner!

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:12:48 GMT

PJ talks to teacher Clair Barrett who says kids are worried for their furry friends with new road developments going on

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Quality Viewing - “California Schemin” & “The Testaments”

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:10:47 GMT

PJ talks to Crossy about two great watches, one a true lifer about Scots rappers who fool the record execs and one that takes place in the universe of The Handmaids Tale

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Cork House Prices Gone Up EUR35,000 Since Last Year

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:48:57 GMT

The latest daft.ie quarterly report is out and PJ discusses the findings with oanne Geary MD of MyHome.ie You can find the complete report here

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Good Golf Plus Helping People After Strokes - What's Not To Love?

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:34:50 GMT

PJ talks to Dan Cronin who tells the story of how stroke touched his family as he explains about the Stroke For Stroke Golf Classic in August. See also https://www.corkstrokesupport.ie/event/golf-classic-27th-of-august-2022/

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Suspected Case Of Weils Disease In Togher

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:29:20 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Albert Deasy who has more details and calls for rehousing of families in rat-prone Council housing

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The O'Sullivans Are Going For A World Record Gathering!

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:24:43 GMT

PJ hears that a meeting of people with the name Sullivan/O'Sullivan over the June Bank Holiday hopes to break the record for a meeting of the most people with the same name from organizers Helen O'Sullivan and Jim O’Sullivan. And there'll be historic chalices and long marches and everything

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Catriona Twomey Calls On People To Build Community Amid Fuel Crisis

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:09:22 GMT

PJ hears Catriona say that it is important to remember a sense of community as fuel problems bite

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Cllr Jack White On Problems Caused To Workers And Patients By The Protests

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:05:47 GMT

PJ hears from Cllr White who says demonstrations are affecting ordinary life

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Damien Sreenan From The 96FM Newsroom At The Macroom Fuel Protest

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 09:57:57 GMT

PJ speaks to Damien and hears from one farmer on why he supports the protests

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James Geoghegan On The Fuel Protests Sweeping The Country

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 09:55:21 GMT

PJ speaks to James just as it was announced that the government had the Army on standby in relation to the protests

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2026-04-08 Fuel Protest Round II, Another Bank Holiday, Aaron Hill Live In Studio & More...

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:42:30 GMT

PJ talks to the organizers of Cork fuel protests on their second day of action, asks if another Bank Holiday would cheer us up, chats with Cork snooker fave Aaron Hill. And more...

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Corks Fire Brigade Outside BT Patrick St Saturday Cycling With Breathing Apparatus On!!!

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:10:16 GMT

Why? PJ finds out from Ben O'Sullivan who will be there cycling with the full breathing gear on. Starts 11am Finishes 2pm Sat Apr 11th

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A Remarkable Play About Grief

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:01:12 GMT

PJ has a great chat with Ciara Ní Tuathaigh who wrote "The Scent Of A Mock Orange" Apr 8th-11th at the CAT club See also here

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PJ Talks To Aaron Hill Live In Studio As He Gets Ready For Crucible Glory

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:57:07 GMT

PJ chats to Cork snooker favorite Aaron

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Celebrate How Our LGBT Community Talks With Lights

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:19:29 GMT

PJ talks to Yvon about a plan to highlight how speaking can go beyond words to touch people inside. See also here

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Is The Living Over The Shop Grant Useless?

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:16:16 GMT

Property Developer Michael Powell says that it's poorly thought out and explains why to PJ Coogan

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When Should We Have Another Bank Holiday?

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:14:20 GMT

PJ asks should Good Friday be our next public holiday and talks to HR Buddy's Damien McCarthy who is not a big fan of the campaign for an extra holiday to bring us closer to our European friends

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Fine Gael's Jerry Buttimer and Sinn Féin's Thomas Gould Debate Public Transport And Fuel Protests

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:38:42 GMT

PJ talks to senior Cork Government and Opposition politicians Jerry Buttimer and Thomas Gould

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Secondary Teachers Think State Exam Projectwork Not Thought Out Fully

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:35:53 GMT

Kevin Wall of the ASTI tells PJ that as well as wages and conditions, teachers are worried about marking exam projects that may have been done by students using AI

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Fuel Protest Organizers Talk About This Morning's Protest

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:10:31 GMT

PJ talks to Dave Mulcahy & Brendan Marshall who helped organize the second round of fuel protests in Cork today.

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2026-04-07 Fuel Protests Across Cork, Cork Task Force Pointless Unless Funded, Áine From The Harp Stands Up To Pushers & More...

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:14:46 GMT

PJ hears about the widespread protests against the cost of fuel, listens to Cllr Shane O'Callaghan offer "constructive criticism" of what's happening with the Task Force, chats to Áine from The Harp Bar who is standing up to pushers. And more...

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Stand Up To The Pushers Of Laughing Gas And Drugs Says Áine From The Harp Bar

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:42:39 GMT

Áine from the Harp Bar tells PJ that people shouldn't be afraid to push back on those selling poison to our kids

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Chinese, Russian and Iranian Disinformation Widespread On Irish News Posts Online

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:33:25 GMT

PJ talks to disinfo expert Ciaran O'Connor Senior Analyst with the Institute for Strategic Dialogue about the surprising amount of effort put in by foreign intelligence to sway opinion in Ireland. See also medialiteracyireland.ie

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Damien Decides To Fix His Acne Scars To Feel Good

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:21:04 GMT

Damien Sreenan from the Corks 96FM Newsroom always seems full of confidence but scars from teen acne always played on his mind until he got them fixed with a new therapy he tells PJ Coogan

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Blackpool's Botox Guru On Rise Of Self-Care Interest In Cork

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:57:20 GMT

Kerry Hanaphy who runs a clinic in Blackpool fills in PJ about the trend to responsible Botox use

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Rachel & Ruth's Big Sister Event Won Big

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:40:03 GMT

PJ talks to Rachel O'Connell and Ruth Kangataran about their incredible work helping young women feel comfortable in business leading the Big S.I.S Conference which won an award from the Board of Irish College Societies

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Check In With The Midleton Fuel Protest

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:31:09 GMT

PJ talks to Jim Hennessy one of the organizers of the Midleton fuel protest this morning

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Yum Icecream From Adrian's Bright Idea To Make Old Fashioned Icecream

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:27:38 GMT

PJ talks to Adrian Ryan from Ryan's Farm Ice Cram who says we got used to air in ice cream so he decided to sell some proper farm ice cream and now even Dunnes Stores are interested!

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A Taskforce For Cork Will Not Work Unless Its Funded Says Shane O'Callaghan

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:23:35 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Shane O'Callaghan who says he has a bit of constructive criticism for the government and points to substantial funding for the Dublin version

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Damien Sreenan From The Corks 96FM Newsroom Talks To Fuel Protesters

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:39:52 GMT

PJ talks to Damien Sreenan who has been hearing from protesters on the ground

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Kandy From Big Breakfast Roll In Blackpool Has Expansion In Mind

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:19:05 GMT

PJ talks to Kandy, a Cork favorite about her plan to expand and the "fake news" about her closing

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Corks Famous "Concierge John" On His Way To Oz Meeting Of Les Clefs D’or Intl Congress

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:16:56 GMT

PJ talks to John Coleman, Concierge at Maryborough House about the big meeting of Concierges worldwide

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The Big Stop Fuel Protest

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:02:45 GMT

PJ talks to Dave Mulcahy, one of the organizers of today's protest.

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2026-04-03 Grace Was Let Down By Govt On Scramblers, Young Offenders Series Drops, Corks Brilliant Singing Waitress & More...

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:42:29 GMT

Paul Byrne hears from Grace Lynch's mum and dad who say she was let down by government, talks to Billy Murphy aka Shane Casey as the full Series 5 drops on RTE Player, learns that Ali Fleming is the viral Cork waitress who sings as she works in Dwyers. And more...

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Stan Notte On A "Pure Cork" Crisis

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:37:00 GMT

Stanley tells Paul his hyper-specific business model of selling everything except scarves, before diving into the complex engineering on why dates between Norries and Southsiders are never on time

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Finny Mac's Take On Cork v Limerick

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:31:14 GMT

Paul chats to Finny Mac, legendary 96 & 103 GAA Correspondent about Sunday's clash of the ash

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Rebel Wheelers Host Euro Comp

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:08:06 GMT

Paul talks to Jerry O’Regan, Rebel Wheelers Secretary as they host IWBF Eurocup Group 4 Qualifiers

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What Is A Distinguished Gentlemen Bike Ride?

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:06:14 GMT

Paul talks to Pat Noonan who organizes the Cork arm of a worldwide movement to show bikers as gentlemen and help Movemer charities too. See also here

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Billy Murphy Talks Cork To Paul As Young Offenders Series 5 Drops

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:02:35 GMT

Paul talks to Shane Casey in studio as Series 5 of Young Offenders drops on RTE Player

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Ali Fleming Is Corks Singing Waitress Star

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:37:32 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Ali who works in Dwyer's and has gone viral because of her massive soulful voice.

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Garda Representative Says Grace's Law Scrambler Crackdown Won't Work

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:30:31 GMT

Paul hears how Guards on the beat are telling the GRA the law can't work from Padraig Harrington

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From Kitchen Table To Dunnes Stores Shelves - The Sibly Story

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:10:01 GMT

Paul hears a great local success story from Matthew Collins from thesibly.ie

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What's The Weather For The Weekend And What Has Storm Dave In Store

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:07:20 GMT

Paul talks to Alan O'Reilly from Carlow Weather to see which day over the long weekend is best for a bit of outdoors

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What's Corks Favorite Easter Egg?

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 09:48:05 GMT

Paul hears from Damien Sreenan from the Corks 96FM newsroom who asked Cork people what is their favorite Easter Choccy Treat

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First Fridays In Cork Will Be A Night Out

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 09:46:10 GMT

Paul talks to Fiona Collins, Cork's Night Mayor about a huge lot of events that will be happening tonight and more to come very First Friday of the month. See also purecork.ie

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Please Help Find Thugs Who Attacked My 69 Year Old Dad

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 08:58:14 GMT

Paul hears Caroline appeal for information about an attack on her dad that happened in Pearse Rd on Fri Feb 6th around 6:50PM. Garda Confidential Line: 1800 666 111

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We Still Have No Home After Fire Ruined Our House In January

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 08:57:24 GMT

Paul talks to Pauline Healy who is still in Emergency Accommodation along with her husband John which is tough as they both have additional needs.

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Scrambler Bikes - Siobhan & Martin Who Lost Their Daughter Grace Say Politicians Who Failed Have Blood On Their Hands

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 08:56:55 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Siobhan and Martin whose daughter was killed by a scrambler bike and demanded that the law change in her name.

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2026-04-02 Pay For Fuel Supports By Dropping Special Restaurant VAT Rate, Doireann Garrihy On The Way To Cork, ADHD Authors In Studio & More...

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:51:07 GMT

PJ hears SIPTU's argument that the 9% VAT rate for food businesses should be dropped to pay for fuel help, has a laugh with Doireann Garrihy, learns about ADHD from the authors of "Have I Got Your Attention" And more...

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Deep Sea Discovery - Every Child Needs An Ocean Adventure

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:41:27 GMT

PJ talks to Dave Quinlan from oceansofdiscovery.ie about his work with a schools roadshow and summer camps that bring home to kids they live in a maritime ocean front county

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The Sky Turned Red DJ Frankie Beats On His Sandstorm Crete Crisis

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:35:03 GMT

PJ talks to DJ Frankie about the physical toll of the Saharan Sand storm and the struggle to find clean air as the island turned crimson.

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Ireland's First Book On ADHD - Have I Got Your Attention?

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:59:16 GMT

Authors Mike McGrath-Bryan & Aileen Kennedy talk to PJ in studio

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Let's Take A Look At Artemis II - The Crewed Rocket Going Around The Moon

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:28:50 GMT

PJ talks to Space Expert Leo Enright about the first crewed moon mission since 1972 which launched overnight

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GAA Palestine Is Looking For A Bit Of Help

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:20:03 GMT

Stephen from GAA Palestine tells PJ they're trying to fill a container with GAA gear for the teams in Palestine to use and also trying to forge links with Irish clubs. If you want to get in touch email equipmentofficer@gaapalestine.com or phone/text Ken at 087 900 6626

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Barbie Botox - Bridal Season Beauty And Shrugging Off Shoulder Slump

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:07:55 GMT

PJ catches up with local beauty champ Mary Jane O'Regan about why so many people are getting botox in their trap muscle

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Doireann Garrihy's Coming To Cork And Has A Laugh With PJ

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:52:19 GMT

Doireann Garrihy talks to PJ about why laughter is the center of her podcast and "The Laughs Of Your Life Live!" coming to the the Opera House See also here

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Health Insurers Cut Benefits Even As They Raise Prices

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:31:26 GMT

Dermot Goode, Health Insurance expert with healthinsuranceireland.ie tells PJ you must read the small print and Hannah tells her cautionary story.

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Tom Randles ITAA President On What Happens With Holidays Now

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:10:24 GMT

PJ gets the lowdown from Tom Randles

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Pay For Fuel Supports By Dropping Hospitality VAT Cuts Say SIPTU

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:08:35 GMT

PJ talks to Adrian Kane from SIPTU who says that the priority now is helping families with soaring fuel costs.

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Ben's Simple Idea To Make The Warmer Homes Scheme Work Better

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:38:23 GMT

Cllr Ben Dalton O'Sullivan tells PJ this scheme helps the vulnerable most and we should change the rules a small bit and it will work a lot better.

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2026-04-01 Free Public Transport To Beat Fuel Crisis, A Cycle Lane Up Patricks Hill, Titanic Convention In Cobh & More...

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:07:32 GMT

PJ hears that free public transport could beat the fuel crisis, listens to reactions to a cycle lane up Patricks Hill, explores what will happen at the Titanic Convention in Cobh. And more...

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Here's A Different Easter Camp - With Lego! What's Not To Love?

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:41:17 GMT

PJ chats to Emer who runs the Bricks 4 Kidz Easter Camp to put your child on the path to being a building genius. See also here

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Patrick Is Cork's Entry For Mr Personality!

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:32:32 GMT

PJ catches up with Patrick Kelleher representing Seandún (Cork) in Mr Personality For more see here

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Titanic Convention Hits Cobh Apr 9th With Mesmerizing Events

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:49:49 GMT

PJ talks to David Scott-Beddard of the British Titanic Society about what they have planned and why interest in the Titanic tragedy is still so huge See also here

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I'm A Radiographer - It's A Hidden Gem Of A Career

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:24:56 GMT

PJ talks to Ciaran Walsh, Radiography Service Manager at Bon Secours Hospital, Cork, and learns quite a bit about a job a lot of us have wondered about

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Mallow IT Man Liam Lynch So Happy To Be On Winning Heroes Powerball Team

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:54:10 GMT

PJ talks to Liam about Powerball (football played with wheelchairs!) and how a positive attitude helped him grow his IT biz.

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Our Kids Suffer In Class Because Of Bad Air - It's Easy To Fix

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:36:28 GMT

It would be so easy to make kids lives better and help them learn more into the bargain Dr Asit Kumar Mishra tells PJ

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A Sensory Room In A Toilet And Crossing A National Road To Get To School

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:14:13 GMT

PJ talks to Baltydaniel NS Principal Colman Lane who says they really need some better resources to help kids learn

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Radical Plan For Cycle Lanes On Patricks Hill

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:53:02 GMT

PJ hears from Damien Sreenan who has been getting views on the streets to the most radical plan yet.

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Cork's Biggest Easter Bunny Is At Roughty Fruit King

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:51:08 GMT

PJ talks to Margo Ann Murphy who is really excited to host Corks biggest Easter bunny again and she has all the stats for PJ and would love to see her O'Connell's chocolate special!

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To Tackle The Fuel Crisis Seriously We Need Free Public Transport

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:33:18 GMT

PJ talks to Michael McNamara MEP who says curbing fuel use is vital as the the crisis in the Gulf escalates

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2026-03-31 Fair VAT Rules For Beauticians, Bandon Lad Tracks The Shadow Fleet, Irish Yappers & More...

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:24:34 GMT

PJ hears that beauticians are being denied the same VAT reduction that hair stylists are getting, talks to Sean who uses AI to track the shadow fleet smuggling oil, learns about a way for Irish abroad to meet for the craic. And more...

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PJ Catches Up With A Dinosaur Warden

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:08:38 GMT

PJ catches up with Ranger Tony Galvin from dinosaurshowlive.com which captivates kids and has a bit of science as well

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Crossy Talks Showbiz To PJ With HBO'S The Comeback & Rooster

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:59:54 GMT

Crossy's been talking to stars and chats with PJ about why HBO is knocking out of the park with these two.

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Dave's On A Mission To Help Irish Abroad Meet Up

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:55:51 GMT

PJ talks to Dave who runs Irish Yappers because you can only have the real craic with another Irish person and you have to meet up for that. See also @irishyappers

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Sunshine, Smiles, and Center Stage - Maeve Cash’s Musical Mission

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:21:41 GMT

Thirteen-year-old Maeve Cash shares her journey from being inspired by local hero Cian Ducrot to chasing her Junior Eurovision dreams while raising money for a vital local special needs club, the "Sunshine and Smiles" club

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With All The Trouble In The Gulf Now Is The Time For Barryoe Oil & Gas

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:00:32 GMT

PJ talks to Michael O'Connell who says that exploiting the Barryroe Field is the key to energy security and the government must reverse policy and back it.

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Bandon Student Sean Chases Shadow Fleet With AI

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:38:23 GMT

PJ talks to Sean Fitzgerald from St Brogan’s Bandon who has found a way to track shadow fleet vessels and wants to develop it further

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More Breaks In The School Day On The Way?

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:21:02 GMT

PJ talks to Cathal Crowe TD Chair of the Oireachtas Education Committee who says moves to a Finnish-style school day with more 10 minute breaks for students to freshen up and recharge.

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Learning Through Storytelling In 9 Schools In Cork

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:05:44 GMT

PJ talks to Paula Coakley about a terrific new way of learning being trialed at Cork Educate Together Secondary School, Hamilton High School, Kinsale Community School, Le ChéileSecondary School, Millstreet Community School, Nagle Community College, Scoil Mhuire Kanturk, Skibbereen Community School, and St. Mary’s Secondary School

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Black 3-dr diesel VW Golf 10-D-131364 Taken Outside Costa Glanmire

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:03:00 GMT

PJ talks to Lorna whose dad's car was taken in Glanmire. Can you help?

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Why Don't Beauticians Get The Reduced VAT Rate In July?

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:40:01 GMT

PJ talks to beautician Dee who says there is no good reason why beauticians do not get the cut in VAT to 9%

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2026-03-30 "Bed-In-A-Shed" Tax Breaks, Getting School Meals Right, Tips On Modern Job Hunts & More...

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:01:25 GMT

PJ hears worries a proposed new rental tax break for modular housing units in gardens could bring a race to the bottom, learns what people think of school dinners, gets tips on job hunting in a very changed market. And more...

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Why They Called Me Patient:Soldier - Barra Was The First To Survive ICU During COVID-19

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:39:15 GMT

Barra Fitzgibbon tells PJ about the chilling moment he was told to "ring home" before a medically induced coma and how he became the UK’s first COVID survivor to return from the brink. See also here

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Body Building In Cork & The Return of the Strongman!

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:32:34 GMT

PJ chats with Paul Keating about the growing strength(!) of bodybuilding in Cork. The Expo mentioned is Cork Fitness Expo 2026 Apr 12th Radisson Blu see also here

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The Modern Job Hunt - You Have More Skills & Networks Than You Think

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:05:00 GMT

As army veteran Paul Keating acquires Career Decisions Ireland in a multi-million-euro deal he gives PJ tips to getting that job in the modern market

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Cork Waterworks Steaming Through Time

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:08:00 GMT

As The Old Cork Waterworks prepares for their Good Friday Easter Egg Hunt, PJ inds out more about a brilliant attraction from Mervyn Horgan

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Naming The Nameless - Project Infant Is A Son’s Search For Bessborough’s Truth

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:55:06 GMT

PJ hears that after discovering his own mother was born in Bessborough, genealogist Daniel Loftus went on a mission to ensure every child who died there is remembered by name, not just a number.

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Will Chapell Roan Incident Change Whats Acceptable with Celeb Security Guards

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:37:08 GMT

PJ talks things over with Orla O'Donovan

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How Are The School Meals Working Out?

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:12:09 GMT

There's a lot of unhappiness around school meals and PJ chats through how to get it right with Seamus O'Connor of Scoil Bhríde Midleton

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Classroom SPHE To Feature Cocos Law In Garda Initiative

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:56:08 GMT

PJ talks to Jackie Fox, the mum of Coco who lost her life tragically after online abuse, who explains about a new initiative to bring the topic into classrooms and also her work to bring the law into European legislation

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Will Modular Housing In Back Gardens Be A Race To The Bottom?

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:42:02 GMT

Conor Sheehan, Labour Party Housing spokesperson, tells PJ plans to expand the Rent-A-Room scheme to modular housing could unintentionally lead to problems unless regulation goes in place simultaneously.

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2026-03-27 What Now For Boys In Green? Sky Chases Dodgy Box Households, Odd Jobs Service For Women & More...

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:44:30 GMT

PJ looks back at last night in Prague, hears what Sky are doing to catch householders using illegal decoders, learns about a new Cork Odd Jobs service with a difference. And more...

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You Know Him From Father Ted - Patrick McDonnell Hits Cork

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:37:58 GMT

PJ chats with Patrick about Father Ted, his hatred of politicians and his love of Cork in advance of his show at The Comedy Club tomorrow night.

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Prague Hibernians Keep The GAA Flag Flying In The Czech Republic

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:56:44 GMT

PJ talks to John Carroll, a Corkonian living in Prague in The Czech Republic about how he came to live there and the craic with Prague Hibernians

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5 Great Cork Restaurants Get The Nod From The Sunday Times

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:47:13 GMT

PJ talks to John McKenna who puts together the paper's list of great restaurants and finds out why Cork's Dede, Goldie, St Francis Provisions, 51 Cornmarket and The Glass Curtain all made the grade.

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First Responders With CRITICAL Will Get Counselling After Stressful Calls

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:43:02 GMT

PJ talks to David Tighe about their roll-out of support for volunteers who help with traumatic events If you want to help or learn more see criticalcharity.ie

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78% Of Ambulance Staff Have No Faith In HSE Protecting Their Welfare

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:21:21 GMT

PJ talks about this and other results from a SIPTU survey with John McCamley of the union.

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Sleep Tips For Daylight Saving Time And Couples Who Wake Each Other Up

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:18:10 GMT

As the hour changes this weekend and we "Spring Forward" by one hour, PJ talks to Kelly Geoghegan of Sleepy Stars and gets tips on handling that and also on couples that keep each other awake.

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An Odd-Jobs Service Run By A Lady Helps Women Alone Feel Secure

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:15:52 GMT

PJ talks to Asch Ní Fhinn from Little Miss Odd Jobs who has attracted a lot of attention with her idea

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Big Court Defeat For Meta - What Happens Next?

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:04:34 GMT

PJ talks to Philip Arneill of CyberSafeKids about what happens since Meta (Facebook/Instagram) lost in a $380m case centered on addiction to their services

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Bodypainting Takes Off In Cork City

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:01:29 GMT

We were so curious when we got an email saying there was a Bodypainting Jam in Cork tomorrow, Sat Mar 28th so we asked Margarita Buyukli to tell us how it works and what it's like to volunteer to have your body painted by an artist. (If you’re over 18 and ready to see yourself in a whole new color, email AskAboutUsToday@gmail.com)

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As Sky Gets The Names Of Illegal TV Decoder Users Will Prosecutions Roll Out?

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:58:32 GMT

Prof of Law Eoin O'Dell tells PJ what is likely to happen next.

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What Happened In Prague Last Night?

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:51:04 GMT

PJ talks to Trevor Welch from The Score on Corks 96FM and Premier League Live who looks back on a few moments from the ill-fated game with Czechia

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2026-03-26 Wheelchair Problems With Active Travel, Secret Spending, ROI v CZE Mania & More...

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:07:10 GMT

PJ hears from The Irish Wheelchair Association about problems with the ways cycle lanes and pavements are designed, hears why secret spending your partner doesn't know about means it is time to heal and self-care, sees Cork go soccer crazy ahead of Prague tonight. And more...

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Cork Fans Sing The Great Olé As They Head To Prague From The Airport

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:17:48 GMT

PJ hears from Damien Sreenan of the Corks 96FM Newsroom who spoke to the fans

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What Form Are The Team In For ROI v CZE?

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:12:13 GMT

PJ gets the scoop from Trevor Welch of The Score on Cork's 96FM and Premier League Live

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Stop Waiting to Feel Ready - Lee's Masterclass In Messy Action

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:09:28 GMT

Lee Daly tells PJ listeners need to stop letting fear of failure dictate the future and instead update the mental operating system to be on your side and kinder to yourself. See also @leedaly_ for more

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Two Cork Lads Who Live In Prague On The Match Day Atmosphere

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:41:07 GMT

PJ talks to John Carroll, a Cork man living in Prague and Conchur de Barra of Rocky O'Reilly's and Durty Nelly's two bars in the city

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Legacy Of A Champion : Honoring Ellen Cassidy’s Indelible Mark At Sunday's Swimming Gala

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:06:59 GMT

PJ discovers from Mick McCormack how the Irish swimming community is uniting this weekend in Limerick to honor a beloved captain and friend through elite-level competition; find all event times and award details at dolphinsc.ie

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Secret Spending - Why Can't You Tell Your Partner?

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:57:38 GMT

PJ talks to Financial Trauma Coach Loretta Kennedy who explains that hiding spending can be a sign of deep hurt in yourself that you would be better helping heal

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To Build 50,000 Houses We Need Women On The Worksite!

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:54:17 GMT

Patsy Supple, Chair of the Construction Industry Federation Cork calls for the building industry to accommodate women in construction better to help us meet that vital target of 50,000 homes a year.

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Julie Celebrates The Friendships She Found

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:11:08 GMT

PJ talks to Julie who heard us talk about friendship with Tanya yesterday and explains how she found a great tribe of pals from Zumba

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KiwiCutz - Corks Barber To The Stars - In Prague To Keep The Team Looking Their Best!

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:06:19 GMT

PJ catches up with KiwiCutz, the barber everyone wants to be styled by.

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Excitement Builds For ROI v CZE At Caoimhín Kelleher's Ringmahon United

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:56:43 GMT

PJ talks to Paul Higgins, Chairman of Ringmahon Rangers FC, about their plans to watch the game tonight

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Active Travel Farranree Plan Not Good For People With Disabilities Says Irish Wheelchair Association

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:01:55 GMT

PJ talks to Rosaleen Lally the Irish Wheelchair Association's National Programme Access Manager about why she has concerns on the width of footpaths and positioning of cycle lanes, we also talk to Sharon who first brought this to our attention and hear from two listeners who have concerns about the changes in their area.

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2026-03-25 A Hotel Tax For Cork? Guinness Price AI Robot, Do Women Have Friends For Life? & More...

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT

PJ takes calls on regenerating Cork by a hotel tax, leans how Matthew used AI to survey 3,000 pubs to find the best prices on Guinness, explores if there really is such a thing as BFF. And more...

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Lattes, Levis & Local - Katie's Vintage Pop Up Shops

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:38:09 GMT

Peach Vintage is always rewriting the retail rulebook and they're doing it again Katie tells PJ by turning Cork’s favorite coffee shops into one-day-only fashion destinations.

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Leather, Lace & Lindt Bunnies

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:26:44 GMT

Ann Gabriel joins PJ to explain why dozens of bikers are strapping Easter eggs to their chrome for the loudest BUMBELance charity run in Cork. Sat Mar 28th 12Noon Riders Meet Applegreen Ballincollig 1pm Ride to Mills, Ballyvourney with escort by the Guards where family fun day happens at 2pm

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Cycle For All Gets People Moving With Adaptive Bikes For Different Needs- Check Them Out

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:51:28 GMT

PJ talks to Mark O'Donoghue about his tremendously successful project to get people moving and his search for volunteers to help with that. Contact him on cyclingforallcork@gmail.com

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Cork Is Lucky To Have Lots Of Whales - Let's Find Out More About Them

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:17:47 GMT

PJ talks to Cian Ó Nialáin from the Irish Whale & Dolphin Group who is telling people a lot about how whales live today 5.30pm in Myros Wood House and they will also be looking for a bit of help to find out even more.

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Do Women Have Friends For Life?

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:01:10 GMT

PJ talks it through with Tanya Sweeney from the Indo. Do women do friendship better than men? Does the stage of life count? What do you think?

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How To Switch A Mortgage As We Learn An Average Of €2,400 Could Be Saved

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:34:22 GMT

Mortgage Coach Joey Sheehan explains to PJ why people associate it with a lot of paperwork and how you can avoid most of it.

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Lakeview Roadworks Still Chaos

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:20:31 GMT

PJ talks to Rob Carroll who campaigns tirelessly for an end to the problems. See also petition here

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Matthew's AI Robot Phoned 3,000 Bars To Find Out The Price Of A Pint

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:13:29 GMT

PJ talks to Matthew Cortland who created the project for more transparency in prices and hopes to tackle other prices soon.

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96FM Newsroom Gets Reaction To Govt Fuel Price Package

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:10:54 GMT

Damien Sreenan from the 96FM newsroom found out what people really think of the measures announced yesterday.

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Would A Hotel Tax Help Us Get Things Done In Cork?

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:08:41 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Shane O'Callaghan who says that a properly created tax would empower Councillors to fund projects that would help everyone.

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2026-03-24 Did Govt Do Enough On Fuel? Outdoor Seating Row, Kaleb Cooper From Clarksons Farm & More...

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT

PJ hears what people think of the government package to ease fuel prices, learns that outdoor seating for eateries in Cobh is being cut back, chats with Kaleb Cooper from Clarkson's Farm in advance of his Mar 31st Everyman show. And more...

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PJ Catches Up With Paul O'Brien From Bunnyconnellans Who Is Running A Car & Coffee Event

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:49:34 GMT

Cars & Coffee is the new trend in classic/vintage cars and Paul is running a Coastal Cars 'n' Coffee In Aid Of The Irish Cancer Society Sun Mar 29th 1am at Bunnyconnellan Car Park Myrtleville

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My Dad's Story Is Why I Don't Want Apartments In Bessborough

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:41:12 GMT

PJ talks to Patricia who traced her dad's family only after he died and met all the relatives he could have met.

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Kaleb Cooper - The Man Who Taught Jeremy Clarkson To Farm AND He's Coming To Cork!

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:57:29 GMT

Kaleb's coming to Cork and we're all excited. PJ chats to him about how he got into farming and how he's liking travelling the world. An Evening With Kaleb Cooper is at The Everyman on Mar 31st and tickets are moving fast you can still get some at everymancork.com

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I Believe A Transatlantic Flight For Cork Is Around The Corner

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:18:24 GMT

PJ talks to Tony Cullinane who explains about his meeting in Boston on Patricks Day to get some momentum behind the link

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Lillian's Dream Of Helping Ease Nursing Home Isolation Savaged By Dog Attack

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:50:36 GMT

Lillian raises sheep and also brings them to help ease loneliness in nursing homes but her flock suffered a dog attack and she's heartbroken she tells PJ

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The Ghost Of The Old Cork Waterworks Investigated By Cork Supernatural Society

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:39:19 GMT

PJ speaks to Matthew who was one of the investigators about their excitement at capturing what appears to be the voice of a girl long since dead.

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Outdoor Seating Row In Cobh

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:14:23 GMT

Since Lockdown we've all learned to love outdoor seating for pubs and restaurants, so why are they being taken away in Cobh, Angelo wants to know?

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Rail, Road, Cycle - Future-Proof or Fall Behind

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:11:57 GMT

Steve asks PJ why Cork keeps digging up the same roads instead of planning for the future.

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Truckers Happy Enough With Government Fuel Package

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:01:18 GMT

PJ talks to Hauliers boss Ger Hyland who says that they would have liked more but for the time being it will keep the peace between truckers and government

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Small Shop Survival In An Age Of Fuel Inflation

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:59:06 GMT

Kevin Herlihy who runs several Centra stores tells PJ that the fuel spike caused by Operation Epic Fury comes on top of other pressures that could see vulnerable small stores in trouble.

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2026-03-23 Douglas Rallies To Wipe Out Racist Graffiti, Robot Kids Heading To USA, Let's Get A Transatlantic Flight For Cork & More...

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:28:07 GMT

PJ hears how Douglas rallied to clean off racist graffiti within hours, talks to the robotics team from St Francis College in Rochestown, hears a passionate plea from air entrepreneur Pádraig Ó Céidigh for a transatlantic flight from Cork. And more...

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Cork Needs A Transatlantic Flight - Let's Do It!

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:44:41 GMT

PJ talks to former Aer Arann CEO Pádraig Ó Céidigh about the intense competition with Ryanair on the Cork-Dublin route in the 2000s and hears a passionate call from him to create a Transatlantic service which he says is very doable. See the story of his battle with Ryanair on Turbulence - The Story of Ryanair available on RTE Player here

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Robot Team From St Francis College Rochestown Going To VEX Robotics World Championship

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:49:32 GMT

PJ talks to the lads from the team Live In Studio and gets a demo from Robot Borrowdyke of his skills. Want to help the lads? iDonate - Roco Robotics

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Grow Cook Eat!

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:24:02 GMT

PJ talks to Niamh Cawley who leads a program to help people grow and cook what they eat

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Turning A Bank Into A Home!

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:19:50 GMT

PJ talks to Mary Morris and Colm Dowd about their amazing project which featured on The Great House Revival last night. You can watch the episode with Mary and Colm on the RTE Player and The Great House Revival airs Sundays at 9:30pm, RTÉ One and RTÉ Player here

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MABS Say Young Workers Need Help With Finances

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:00:07 GMT

PJ talks to Ursula from MABS who says even things like reading payslips needs to be learned.

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Help Your Kid Become A Little Firefighter Or Paramedic

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:55:43 GMT

PJ talks to Pat McCarthy who will be running courses in First Aid and Fire Prevention as Easter Camps for kids.

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To Tackle Drugs Crime We Need Both A Crackdown And More Treatment

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:13:56 GMT

PJ talks to Cynthia Ní Mhurchú MEP who says both approaches are needed and to caller Anne who wants better education about how personal use feeds horrific crime

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Sharon Raises Her Concerns After Reviewing The Audit Of The Active Travel Scheme

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:57:52 GMT

Sharon has several points that she hopes will be addressed by the route planners

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Active Travel Needs To Create Dropping Off Points For Neurodiverse Kids

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:47:32 GMT

Eileen Keane from jumpstartyourconfidence.ie explains to PJ why disruption has to be avoided when it comes to dropping off points for schools

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Douglas Rallies To Clear Vile Racist Graffiti

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:29:36 GMT

PJ talks to Ken Roony of Douglas Tidy Towns who swung into action when racist graffiti was found on Friday morning

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2026-03-20 Daena's Family On Their Grief, Council Sh*tstorm Over Poster, Swiftogeddon Hits Cork & More...

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:54:20 GMT

PJ hears Daena Walsh's family speak to Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne as justice is served, debates an almost naughty poster from council on dog poo, learns about Swiftogedden which hits Cyprus Avenue Saturday. And more...

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A Self-Care Night From Great Island Theatre Group

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:54:52 GMT

Cobh needs a theatre and you need a little treat. PJ hears what's happening Mar 29th from Anne Mooney and Michelle Hardwick

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Swiftogeddon Hits Cyprus Avenue On Saturday And Swifties Love The Community Vibe

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:51:36 GMT

Dave Fawbert tells PJ about the 10 minute mixes and the fun friendship bracelet vibe that keeps Taylor Swift fans coming back for more

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Do They Have To Be So Strict With Driving Test Insurance Cert Rule?

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:47:51 GMT

John tells PJ his son turned up to do his test but was turned away because he didn't know about the new rule requiring insurance certs be shown.

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Liam Is Prepping For The Analog Devices Cork City Marathon And Tells PJ What's Involved

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:44:16 GMT

PJ gets the lowdown from Irish Guide Dogs For The Blind instructor Liam who is running in May and prepping with colleagues now

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Get Ready Tips For The Analog Devices Cork City Marathon From Race Director Eamon Hayes

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:40:31 GMT

With the event happening May 31st, you need to be sure that you are putting the work in Eamon tells PJ

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We Talk Classic & Vintage Cars As UCC’s New Classic Vehicle Club Displays Some Beauties

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:38:09 GMT

In UCC they are displaying classic cars this week that belong to staff members, Marian Caulfield tells PJ while Chris O’Mahony Munster Vintage Motor Cycle & Car Club explains that interest is growing in older cars.

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Foul Language In Council Dog Foul Posters?

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:35:29 GMT

Cllr Oliver Moran and Cllr Joe Kavanagh tell PJ the new poster which features the word "sh*t" (written like that) grab the eye and that's what counts while Cllr Michelle Gould says it leads children to accept and maybe use bad language.

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Barry Cogan On Sundays Mens Shed Event

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:18:17 GMT

Barr tells PJ all about the Carrigaline Court event happening this Sat.

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Active Travel Farranree Protesters At Taoiseach's Constituency Office

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:14:05 GMT

Edel and Maurice tell PJ why they are protesting the changes

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Amel Wishes Everyone Eid Mubarak

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:08:37 GMT

As Ramadan ends today listener Amel looks forward to a blessed feast and happiness for all.

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Childcare Needs More Help Than Commercial Rates Relief

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:05:40 GMT

PJ hears from Ollie Sheehan of Mary Geary’s Creche Carrigtohill who says proper help must be rolled out for all providers, big and small, if the govt wants to end the crisis for spaces.

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Fuel Costs Can't Go On Rising Say Listeners Who Drive For A Living

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:00:08 GMT

PJ talks to Fin and to Roy Kearney of Kearney Coaches about the effect of rising prices

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Let's Really Try To Stop Violent Deaths Of Women

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:53:43 GMT

Sen Nicole Ryan says The Manosphere shows the deadly attitudes out there towards women that lead to tragic murders

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Daena Walsh Family Speak To Paul Byrne After Sentencing

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:49:01 GMT

PJ talks to Opinion Line Producer who spoke to Daena's family outside court

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2026-03-19 Fuel Soaring Higher, Penalty Points For Dumping Litter, Ballet Booms & More...

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:13:57 GMT

PJ hears fears of rising prices due to fuel costs, learns of calls for French-style penalty points for dumping rubbish, talks about how ballet has grown in popularity since Timothée Chalamet's remarks. And more...

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Project Hail Mary Is Tipped To Be The Sci-Fi Movie Of The Year

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:51:07 GMT

PJ hears all about the sci-fi from Crossy about a lone teacher who wakes up in deep space to find out that only he can save Earth

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Help The Kids Get Some Nature With This Very Special Easter Trail

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:48:31 GMT

PJ hears that the Easter Tail at at Joe's Farm was born of a love of getting kids interacting with real world nature and making memories

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Daniel O'Donnell Helps Local Drama Group :o

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:46:22 GMT

PJ hears the story of Glanmire Players Drama Group getting a video from the singing star from Elanor O'Kelly Lynch

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Timothee Chalamet Ballet Comments Did Us A Favor!

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:43:55 GMT

PJ hears that ballet in Cork is booming from Cork City Ballet's Alan Foley and the backlash to what Timothee Chalamet said is only helping!

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Car Fires Happen More Than You Think - Should Car Extinguishers Be Law?

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:20:44 GMT

This is already law in Belgium and some other places and Ed tells PJ that one of the great benefits is you can help out others if they are trapped in a car.

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Ardrath To Anfield Is The 528km Youghal Utd Huddle for Bianne

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:56:06 GMT

PJ hears how a local U12 football club is trading the pitch for the saddle to support their "number one" sideline supporter Bianne who was struck with an aneurysm from Darren and Ian. See also https://www.idonate.ie/crowdfunder/ianflanagan

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Pinttracker.com - The People’s Pint Index

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:42:46 GMT

Jonny Campbell tells PJ that he needs more people from Cork to rate pub in his crowdsourced price and review website pinttrackercom

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Are Crisis Knee-Jerk Reactions To Oil Shocks The Wrong Way Asks Kevin McPartlan?

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:05:54 GMT

Kevin McPartlan from Fuels For Ireland tells PJ the core problem with Irish fuel prices is because of taxes and thinks people are unfairly blaming retailers.

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Are Price Supplements On The Way For Summer Holidays?

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:02:02 GMT

PJ talks to Eoghan Corry as the travel industry gets worried about the impact of attacks on gas and oil fields during Operation Epic Fury

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Hauliers Get Tough With Government On Fuel

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:00:01 GMT

Ahead of a crunch meeting with the government, PJ talks to Ger Hyland of the Irish Road Haulage Association

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Should We Give Penalty Points For Dumping From Cars?

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:58:10 GMT

PJ hears an idea from Cllr Frank O'Flynn that's already in operation in France

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Paul Byrne Update On Murder Investigation

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:56:22 GMT

PJ hears further developments from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne

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2026-03-18 Patricks Day Cork Pride Proud Mums And Pride Of Brussels, The Manosphere, Tracking Fuel Prices & More...

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT

PJ talks to Patricks Day MC Simon, a proud mum of a prize-winning daughter, the organizer of the Brussels parade which is surprisingly Cork focused, discusses what we learned from The Manosphere documentary, hears a new way to track fuel prices. And more..

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Brussels St Patricks Day Parade Is All The Cork All The Time

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:13:45 GMT

PJ talks to Denis J Buckley the man behind it all

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Bessborough Protest Outside Leinster House Today

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:57:36 GMT

PJ talks to Carmel Cantwell one of the protest organizers

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It's Alcoholics Anonymous But It's For Young People

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:45:20 GMT

PJ talks to Larry who explains that the type of support for young people in recovery need comes best from meetings tailored to their needs. He also talks about the forthcoming International Convention being held at the Shearwater Hotel & Spa, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway, from Mar 27th-29th

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Worry For Swans As Avian Flu Hits Cork

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:18:16 GMT

PJ talks to Niall Hatch from Birdwatch about the spread among our beautiful swan population

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As A Dad To A Daughter The Manosphere Has Me Worried

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:16:29 GMT

PJ hears from James that the documentary should make people aware of what life is like for our sons and especially our daughters

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Manopshere Influencers Are Making Money From Our Kids

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:58:13 GMT

PJ hears from Georgina who says money is the root of all the misogyny influencers online

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We Need To Talk About The Manosphere

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:41:29 GMT

PJ talks to Pam O'Leary about what we learned from Manosphere by Louis Theroux

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Fuelwatch.ie Is Part Of Bringing Competition To Tanking Up Your Car

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:41:00 GMT

PJ talks to Alex Santos of fuelwatch.ie which both lets people see how much fuel costs at a service station and campaigns for a better deal for motorists

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How The Iran/US Hostilities Upsets Keoghs Crisps

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:40:34 GMT

PJ talks to Joe who says that they had export cargo diverted to India

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Proud Mum Vicki On Daughter Olivia In Cork City Parade

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:18:36 GMT

It's a proud moment when all your daughter's hard work ends in getting chosen for the Cork City Patricks Day parade, Vicki tells PJ. And even better when there's a prize at the end.

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The Biggest St Patricks Day Parade In The World! In Crookhaven?

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:16:00 GMT

PJ talks to Linda of O'Sullivans Bar who explains why they deserve to be called The Biggest St Patricks Parade in the world.

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Cork St Patricks Day Parade MC Simon Murdoch From 96FM Talks Highlights

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:12:17 GMT

Dancing bands, super Rebel Wheelers, Dolly the Fire Brigade pony all great highlights of the parade and more Simon tells PJ

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Meningitis Worry After UK Outbreak

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:05:26 GMT

PJ talks to Dr John Sheehan about why the current outbreak in the UK is a worry and what you can do to prevent getting infected

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Paul Byrne Update On Weekend Tragic Murder Investigation

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:03:43 GMT

Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne updates PJ on what is known as the murder investigation continues

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2026-03-16 Cork Celebrates Jessie Buckley's Victory, Haircuts For Happiness, Colin Tobin The Northside's Entrepreneur & More...

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:05:49 GMT

Paul Byrne joins the celebrations for Jessie's Oscar, learns how hair skills can set teens on a better path, talks business with Colin Tobin. And more...

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Simon Murdoch Is Looking Forward To The St Patricks' Day Parade

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:38:43 GMT

Paul Byrne looks ahead to tomorrow's fun with Corks 96FMs Simon Murdoch who will MC along with Izzy Showbizzy

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For Fun It's Got To Be Fordes Bar Videos

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:23:25 GMT

Paul catches up with Barry O'Callaghan to chat about the funny videos that his bar, Fordes, is becoming famous for

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What Is A Tri-Rox And How Will It Help West Cork?

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:19:20 GMT

Andy Carr of Snap Fitness tells Paul how he created a super-hard challenge he is going through for a West Cork Rapid Response fundraiser. For more see andycarr_coaching

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Northside Entrepreneur Colin Tobin On What Makes Him Tick

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:10:52 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Colin about his new Northdoc and dentistry practices and how he got involved in business first day

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Órla's Oscars Outline

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:58:30 GMT

Paul talks to 96FM's Órla O'Donovan who is an Oscars fan about the night, Jessies Triumph and That Grace Kelly dress.

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Jessie Buckley's Cork Cousins Partied The Night Away In The Arbutus

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:07:07 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Jessie's cousin Rory Buckley from Macroom about an Oscar Watch Party he'll remember forever

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Karen Pivoted To Her Dream Job As An Undertaker

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:04:26 GMT

Karen has dreamed of making people look their best as they bow out of the the world at the age of 12, she followed her dream after years of hospital work and she couldn't be happier she tells Paul Byrne

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Take Off For The New Wilton For Paul Montgomery

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:40:04 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Paul Montgomery about the EUR1m revamp of the bar and his plans to make it a night time destination

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Vicky's Hair Courses Give Teens Skills & Confidence

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:24:52 GMT

Vicky from Vibe & Vision explains to Paul Byrne why practical skills help teens beat mental health problems in an age of smartphones and also talks about the Vibe & Vision Charity Fundraiser for Jigsaw — happening March 21st from 11 to 4 at the Marina Market

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From Flying Enterprise To The South Gate - A New Era For Beloved Cork Bar

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:14:15 GMT

Paul talks to Paul O'Dea who is running the South Gate, the new name for the newly refurbished Flying Enterprise

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Féile O'Sullivan Update As West Cork Continues To Rally Behind Brave Schoolgirl After Farm Accident

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:09:44 GMT

Paul gets the latest on how West Cork is doing everything to support Féile as she recovers and remains strong from Cllr Finbarr Harrington

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Bandon's Fiona Crowley Is So Thrilled For Oscar Winning Pal Jessie Buckley

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:48:31 GMT

Paul Byrne hears how Jessie had showstopping talent even at the age of 17 from Fiona Crowley who now lives in Killarney running fionacrowleystageschool.com

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2026-03-13 Mary Crilly Made Cork A Safer Place, Giants From The Bog In Patricks Parade, Kabin Crew's "Laochra" & More...

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Paul Byrne chats with sexual violence campaigner Mary Crilly as she announces her retirement, hears about Mahon Mac Mahon and the Imperial Elk in the Patricks Day Parade from Cork Puppetry Company, learns about Kabin Crew's latest banger "Laochra" And more...

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Pop-up Gaeltacht Gaelscoil Na Dúglaise

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:03:08 GMT

Rinne daltaí agus múinteoirí ag Gaelscoil Na Dúglaise "pop-up" Gaeltacht i gcomhair Seachtain na Gaeilge. Bhí Paul Byrne ag caint le múinteor Elaine agus Liam agus Aisling freisin.

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A Patricks Day Celebration In Costigans Bar - The One In Texas!

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:45:33 GMT

Paul Byrne hears from PJ Coogan who discovered all about the Costigans Bar in Austin, Texas from Patrick Costigan

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Vintage Rally This Weekend

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:36:04 GMT

Paul talks to Leo O'Sullivan about the Dripsey Vintage Club St. Patrick's Rally this weekend.

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"Loaochra" Le Kabin Crew

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:31:13 GMT

Paul Byrne ag caint le Máire Ní Dhuinnín, Stiúrthóir ag Léiriú Súgradh, agus MC Bucky about the TnaG’s Amhrán Sheachtain na Gaeilge 2026 "Laochra" le fáil anseo

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Mahon Mac Mahon & Imperial Elk - A Puppet Pleasure At The Cork St Patricks Day Parade

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:16:13 GMT

Paul talks to Elisa and Patrick from the Cork Puppetry Company about what they will be doing at the Cork St Patricks Day parade.

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What Is Zippay The New Irish Bank Payment App?

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:48:34 GMT

Paul hears from Darragh Toal from the 96FM newsroom who has been asking Daragh Cassidy from bonkers.ie how the new system works

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We Need To Talk About Roy

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:33:43 GMT

Dave Hannigan's “We Need To Talk About Roy” shows how the changes in Roy's life mirror the changes Ireland went through. He talks decades of Roy and decades of Ireland with Paul Byrne

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Paul Byrne Meets The Ukrainian Academy As They Prepare For Their Bit In St Patricks Day Parade

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:43:26 GMT

Paul Byrne chats to some of the most enthusiastic people you'll meet at the St Patrick's Day Parade The Ukrainian Academy

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Highfield Hosts Web Ellis U10 Rugby Festival And They're Super Excited!

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:24:56 GMT

PJ Coogan took a minute to speak to Sinead Brown from Highfield Rugby Club and some of the juniors all excited for a huge rugby weekend.

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For Mothers Day Anna's Lovely "Always Loved" Wall At BAKED by Applebee

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:01:47 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Anna who has a lovely idea to honor mums which she is doing in honor of her own, Jean.

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Mary Crilly Announces Retirement After Fighting Against Sexual Violence

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 09:53:14 GMT

Paul Byrne catches up with Mary who announced she is retiring from day-to-day activities with the Sexual Violence Centre

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A Great St Patricks Weekend Ahead In Cork

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 09:45:02 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Clodagh from Cork City Council and to the Lord Mayor Cllr Fergal Dennehy about the Patricks Weekend that takes pride in being Cork

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2026-03-12 Cyber Attack On Stryker, Would Alcohol Locks Cut Road Deaths, RuthAnne On Women In Harmony Paddy's Gig & More...

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:22:43 GMT

PJ gets a breakdown of the Handala cyberattack on Stryker, hears how technology could cut road deaths, looks forward to St Patricks Weekend with RuthAnne. And more...

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Stephen Carrol Roche Memorial Walk For Penny Dinners

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:09:05 GMT

Michael John Murphy, famous for his viral Cork All-Ireland tattoo is planning a walk in honor his late stepson to help Penny Dinners he tells PJ Coogan

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The Rotary Is Such A Great Part Of Cork

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:03:02 GMT

From the Tree Of Remembrance at Xmas to renewing the Berwick Fountain, Rotary is at the heart of Cork and PJ took the chance to talk to incoming Rotary District Governor George Roche ahead of the St Patricks Day Parade.

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Irish Examiner's Imasha Costa On Her Journey To Being One Of Corks' Top Journalists

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:43:33 GMT

PJ talks to Imasha live in studio about coming to coming to Cork to study and deciding that Cork is now home

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Suzanne & Liz Went On A Doggy Road Trip To Crufts To Support Cork's Prizewinner Maple

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:31:47 GMT

Crufts prizewinner Maple is only 11 months old, she’s a Cavalier King Charles and she had the best support team behind her with mum Liz and her friend journalist Suzanne Harrington who tells PJ what it was like

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Kevin & David Met On VMTV's The Assembly Now They Have A Double Headliner For The Rainbow Club Mar 28th

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:22:51 GMT

PJ talks to Kevin & Dave about an exciting night which will include their viral duet "Always Been In Here" and guest appearances by Erin & The Lens and Rebecca McCarthy. Tickets and more details available here

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RuthAnne Looks Forward To Women In Harmony For St Patricks

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:11:29 GMT

PJ talks to RuthAnne about her fab St Patrick’s Festival Event Irish Women in Harmony, St Peter’s, North Main Street, Friday March 13, 8pm. They also talk about her Endo & Me initiative to help girls be aware of the condition. See also (@corkstpatricksfest)

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Flying The Lace Flag For Ireland In Italy This Patricks Weekend

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:49:12 GMT

Veronica is off to Italy to show off Irish lace as part of The Traditional Lacemakers of Ireland who meet every Wednesday in Nemo Rangers and her friend Helen told PJ it would make a marvelous call so he called her!

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Paul Byrne Visits The Trish McCarthy School Of Dance As They Prepare For The St Patricks Day Parade

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:18:34 GMT

Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne is excited for St Patricks Day and so were the brilliant dancers he met At Trish McCarthy's. See also @corkstpatricksfest

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Anthony Has A Different Opinion On Interlocks

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:15:19 GMT

PJ talks to Anthony who takes issue with some of the points made on the show about using interlocks to reduce deaths on the road.

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South Coast Logistics Use Alcohol Interlocks To Improve Safety

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:13:31 GMT

PJ talks to Damien Healy from South Coast about their interlock program

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Breathalyzer Interlocks In Cars Will Save Lives

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:10:44 GMT

Some people have Alcohol Use Disorder and an interlock that stops the car when they have drink taken is a step that will work to reduce deaths and help their rehabilitation PJ hears from Prof Denis Cusack,Director of the Medical Bureau of Road Safety

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Stryker Among Firms Hit By Iranian Hacker Group Handala

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:07:27 GMT

PJ finds out more about this unusual type of attack from MTU Cork Cybersecurity Lecturer Hazel Murray

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2026-03-11 Trucks Trapped By The App, Party On For Jessie Buckley's Cork Cousins, I Hugged The Paul St Guard & More...

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:02:19 GMT

PJ talks about the RTE Prime Time report on trucks trapped by GPS, hears about a special Oscar watch party by Jessie Buckley's Cork cousins, chats with the man who asked a Guard in Paul St for a huge in a viral video. And more...

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New Travel Rights From Europe But Many Not For A While!

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:18:34 GMT

PJ learns about rights we have, ones coming soon and ones that will take a bit of time to get from Eoghan Corry of travelextra.ie and we also check in on the latest Gulf travel news as Operation Epic Fury continues

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The Midwife From Montreal Who Found It’s Never Too Late To Deliver A Dream

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:04:21 GMT

PJ catches up with Aryth Stryker-Ruxton who pivoted into a midwifery degree as a mature student and even came from Canada to Cork to do it

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Mic Skills & Mud Flaps For Multi-Talented Millie Seaman

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:54:25 GMT

PJ chats with Millie Seaman who won the Soroptimist International public speaking competition in the Mansion House recently, just in time to get ready for her first West Cork Rally!

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No Electricity? No Hot Water? Sounds Great! Where Do We Sign For The Great Blasket?

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:06:52 GMT

Aisling Costello and Conor Jones were so keen to sign up for a year of basic life as Blasket caretakers they even kept emailing wanting to know when the job was open, they tell PJ Coogan

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My Biggest Fear Is Dying - Who Would Look After Yvonne?

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:59:25 GMT

PJ hears from Margaret who just wants to know her daughter Yvonne can have a safe place to live if she dies or even a place to be looked after if Margaret needs an operation. beforewedie.ie

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Jessie Buckley's Cork Cousins Plan A Heck Of An Oscars Watch Party!

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:41:15 GMT

PJ hears the plans for a mega watch party from Rory Buckley manager of the Castle Hotel in Macroom in honor of his famous cousin

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Niall Is The Man Who Hugged Laura The Guard On Paul St

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:12:21 GMT

PJ talks to Niall Donnan whose video asking a Guard on Paul St for a hug went viral See also here

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Gary From Loc8 Code & Cllr John Maher On GPS Apps Stranding Trucks

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:06:43 GMT

PJ hears some expert advice from Gary Delaney of route specialists Loc8 Code and asks Cllr John Maher what powers do councils really have

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Corks 96FM's Ken Perrott On His Solution To GPS Trapped Trucks

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:00:08 GMT

Ken Perrott from the Corks 96FM Street Fleet reports on many of the blockages caused by bad app advice and he has a solution he tells PJ

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Truck Driver Cllr Kenneth Collins On Trucks Stranded By GPS

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 09:45:52 GMT

PJ hears from Cllr Collins who has tried to fight this problem as a Councillor using his experience as a truck driver

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Trapped By The App But Can Councils Do Anything To Stop GPS Sending Trucks The Wrong Way

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 09:39:11 GMT

PJ talks to RTE Prime Time reporter Jack McCarron about the fight by councils to stop GPS apps sending trucks into backroads. See also RTE Player

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2026-10-03 The Lovely Cop On Paul St, Graham Norton Being Sound, Fireman Alex Is Some Man For One Man & More...

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:01:07 GMT

PJ hears Wyon talk about the great policing on Paul St, Adrian from The Recovery Coach met Graham Norton shopping and he was a gent, Fireman Alex drops in to talk about getting frost bite in the Arctic. And more...

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PJ Chats To Gardener Extraordinaire Peter Dowdall As We Celebrate National Tree Week

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:23:37 GMT

PJ gets all the top tree tips from Peter See also here and choose Cork from the menu

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Pebbledash Blending The Sean-Nós And The Rock World (Pebbledash: Sean-nós i gcroí na Roice)

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:19:49 GMT

Asha ó Pebbledash faoi agallamh ag PJ as we celebrate Seachtain na Gaeilge Keep an eye out for their next Cork gig in Live At St Lukes

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Alex Had A Tough Time In The Arctic But You Can't Keep A Good Cork Fireman Down

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:48:12 GMT

Alex spoke to PJ before taking part in the Arctic Spine Challenge. He tells us about how it went and about his next project which is to mark the history of Cork City Fire Brigade.

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Get Fit But Get Cork - Colin's Fitness Trail Teaches You About Cork!

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:19:55 GMT

PJ talks to Colin Gayer of mymentalfitness.ie who set up a route that makes you notice things about where you live.

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Freddie Says We Can All Work For Peace

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:17:06 GMT

PJ talks to Freddie who is trying to help the cause of world peace with the World Peace Festival at UCC See also @uccglobaljusticesoc

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Kates Cork Home Is On Home Of The Year Tonight!

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:04:44 GMT

PJ talks to Kate whose newbuild features on RTE's Home Of The Year tonight. Home of the Year series 12 airs Tuesdays, 7pm on RTÉ One & RTÉ Player here

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Graham Norton Stopped To Chat With Adrian From Recovery Coach While Shopping In Bandon

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:02:23 GMT

PJ talks to Recovery Coach Adrian about Graham Norton being sound, staying on track in recovery & tips on staying the course during Cheltenham season.. See also

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Increased Patrols Make Such A Difference To Paul St

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:44:25 GMT

PJ talks to Wyon Stansfeld from Pinocchios who says the increased the foot patrols by the Guards has made a huge difference to the area. You can vote for Wyon in the CBA Awards (discussed during call) here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScDwoTzRI0A7oXrIhuTnP4z9SmP63mS_VPHIirA6byj9sa3rQ/viewform

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Dave Martin From The Road Safety Authority On The Scrambler Crackdown

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:34:15 GMT

PJ hears from Darragh Toal from the 96FM Newsroom who interviewed Dave Martin from the RSA

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Water Charges For Community Centres Is Such A Bad Idea!

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:00:42 GMT

PJ talks to George Patterson of the Middle Parish Community Association who says it's a crazy situation to give grants for community good only to charge big money for basic water services

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Hauliers Pull Back From The Brink - But Will Fuel Prices Keep Dropping

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:48:27 GMT

As fuel prices ease off a bit after President Trump's press conference, PJ talks to Ger Hyland of the Irish Road Haulage Association who have delayed blockade plans pending talks with the government.

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2026-03-09 Fuel Price Spiral, Fiona Wants Her Child Educated, Millie McCarthy's St Patrick’s Day Pandemonium & More...

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT

PJ hears about soaring fuel costs, especially for diesel, talks to Fiona who says it's not right her child has to miss so much education because of resourcing problems in Carrigaline Special School, chats with Millie McCarthy author Leona Forde. And more...

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PJ Coogan Speaks To People At The Rally At Bessborough Against Development Before Thorough Investigation

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:31:35 GMT

PJ gets the views of those who attended

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Milly McCarthy's St Patrick’s Day Pandemonium

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:24:14 GMT

PJ is joined in studio by Leona Forde who is Gill Books' first-ever World Book Day author and has a new smash on her hands with St Patrick’s Day Pandemonium

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Truckers Say Road Blockades Are The Only Option If Government Doesn't Help

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:56:10 GMT

With diesel soaring beyond EUR2.10 in many places because of shortages caused by Operation Epic Fury. Ger Hyland from the Irish Road Hauliers Association says his members will bleed dry waiting for supports and blockades are their only option

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Primary School Soccer Cups In Memory Of My Brothers Derek & Kevin

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:46:29 GMT

John A Collins saw a gap in how kids develop their soccer skills in Cork and set about filling it by setting up two cup awards in honor of his brothers he tells PJ

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Mum Refuses To Leave Carrigaline Community Special School Until Her Child Is Educated

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:36:31 GMT

PJ talks to Fiona who says her child has a right to education.

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Beamish Booms In London But Supplier Issues Are Hurting Pubs

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:26:37 GMT

Howl At The Moon London's Lucy Kavanagh put a video on Instagram explaining the clash between UK Beaming suppliers and pubs. PJ talks to her and Seamus Travers.

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Fuel Prices Soar

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:50:44 GMT

PJ talks to Paddy Comyn of Done Deal about what will happen next and talks to Denis who says we need to look at alternative fuels.

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2026-03-06 Carrigaline School Anger, Womens Day At The Pav, A Cork Movie On The Divorce Referendum & More...

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 14:14:45 GMT

PJ hears a report from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne on the meet of parents worried about the Carrigaline Special School Shutdown, talks to DJ NatMac about her special Womens event in the Pav on Sunday and learns about local journalist Sarah Horgan's latest movie project. And more...

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DJ NatMac Having A 7-12 Womens Day Event In The Pav

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:55:42 GMT

NatMac tells PJ it will feature tatts, tarot and tunes.

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1,000 Lights Ceremony For The Chinese New Year Of The Fire Horse

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:52:10 GMT

PJ talks to Mary P O'Connor about the ceremony to bring luck during what promises to be a turbulent, powerful year. See also here

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Cork Journalist Sarah Horgan Tackles The Divorce Referendum In Her Latest Film

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:44:14 GMT

PJ talks to Sarah Horgan and CP Kelleher about their film "Ye Of Little Faith" which is set in the era of the Divorce Referendum in 80s Ireland as they hit the crowdfunding round. Want to help? Check here

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Hoppers From Disney & Pixar Hits Cinemas Today

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:08:10 GMT

PJ talks to Crossy who chatted to Dave Franco, King Titus, in the movie ahead of its release.

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96FM's Damien Sreenan Talks To Women At Corks Civic Intl Womens Day Celebration

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:01:02 GMT

PJ hears from Damien who spoke with people going to the event hosted by the Lady Mayoress

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Help A Lad Whose BMW Car Was Stolen In Ballincollig This Morning

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:22:36 GMT

Mary tells PJ her son woke up to do an exam in Dublin to find his car stolen. He's devastated as its his pride and joy. It's a white BMW reg number 171D29282 taken this morning from Ballincollig

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Ireland V Wales Rugby

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:21:44 GMT

PJ talks to David Kilcoyne from What The Ruck podcast and gets the lowdown

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Beads Craft AND Wine - What's Not To Love?

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:50:55 GMT

PJ talks to Tara from beadandsip.ie who runs nights helping people craft with beads in wine bars. Sounds like a dream job, PJ finds out more.

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No Call For Changes To Footpath In School Area Of Farranree

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:32:44 GMT

PJ talks to Sharon who took part in the protest against the Active Travel changes to the Farranree school area.

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Active Travel Plans For Farranree Means My Son Is In Danger Says Mum

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:29:52 GMT

PJ talks to Tracey whose son is a bolt risk and now faces losing a parking space outside the school he goes to.

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Paul Byrne Reports From Carrigaline Community Special School Meeting

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:55:42 GMT

Last night parents met officials to put their concerns about the disruption their kids experienced when the school was shut down for a week due to an incident and Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne spoke to them as they left the meeting.

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2026-03-05 How To Save A Bundle On Solar, Cork Kids Try Australian Social Media Ban, Cork Talks Pictures & More...

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT

PJ hears about a neighborhood in Grange that slashed solar costs 50%, learns about Durrus teens who tried out the Australian social media ban, chats with Shannon who has met all the stars thanks to her movie podcast. And more...

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Beidh Céilí Mór Domh, 15 Már ag City Hall (2PM)

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:34:51 GMT

PJ agus Hammy ag comhrá faoin 3ú Céilí Mór. They chat about the different dances on offer and the help to get in step from volunteers. Free admission ach is gá ticéid a bheith agat. Féach anseo

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Shannon's Podcast Let's Her Meet All The Top Film Stars!

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:15:32 GMT

Shannon Cotter of UCC Talking Pictures tells PJ her unique podcast goes just deep enough that people like Andrew Garfield, Nick Jonas, Lady GaGa, Jenna Ortega, Barry Keoghan, Chris Hemsworth, Gretta Gerwig and Timothee Chalamet have all spoken with her. See also

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What Now For St Augustines Building On Washington St

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:51:16 GMT

PJ and estate agent Jeremy Murphy discuss what might happen a very central and imposing building

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Freezing February Swim And Film

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:37:00 GMT

Joleen Cronin & Shane McAuliffe tell PJ about their Freezebury swim and film project swimming in freezing cold February waters. Video here Donate here Volunteer crosshavenlifeboat@gmail.com

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An Experiment In Durrus Found Problems With The Oz Teen Social Media Ban - RTE Prime Time

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:23:30 GMT

PJ talks to Kate McDonald of RTE Prime Time who will show tonight how an experiment banning 5 Durrus teens from social media simulating the Australian teen social media ban produced mixed results. The episode can be seen 9.35pm tonight on RTE One and on the RTE Player

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Gather Community Store Goes Mobile

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 10:49:28 GMT

PJ chats to Steph who wanted to run a really traditional grocers in Ballinspittle with authentic products and it's doing great! So good that she's now opening a mobile grocery too!

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City Council Builds Cycle Lanes But Won't Maintain Them!

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 10:31:20 GMT

PJ talks to Willie who says the cycle lanes around UCC are welcome but Council doesn't maintain them or the footpaths.

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Massive Savings On Solar Panels

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 10:19:58 GMT

PJ talks to Oliver Deasy the man behind the Group Solar Scheme for Newton Court in Grange who explains how a neighborhood scheme can cut the cost of going solar by 50% and to Cllr Oliver Moran who is organizing an event featuring the scheme The event is called "Solar PV For Half The Price A Study From Newton Court (Grange, Douglas) Sustainable Energy Community". It’s on Thu Mar 12th 7.30PM at St Josephs Community Assoc Old Youghal Rd (Mayfield Library)

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Why Not Have People Directing Traffic?

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:59:05 GMT

PJ and Cllr Peter Horgan talk about how people directing traffic could help in situations like yesterday when a traffic light malfunction led to huge traffic jams.

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Health Workers, IT People, Shopworkers Left In Work And Mortgage Limbo By Slow Govt Paperwork

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:58:17 GMT

PJ talks to Janet Baby John of COINNs who say that residence permits can only be renewed 12 weeks before expiry but are taking 24 weeks to process

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2026-03-04 Carrigaline Special School Parents, Fuel Price Frenzy, Daddy/Daughter Hair Bonding & More...

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:05:58 GMT

PJ hears the worries of Carrigaline Special School parents, checks fuel prices across the city, learns how daddies bond with their daughters at Ponytail & Pints events. And more...

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The Latest On Travel Refunds Caused By Operation Epic Fury

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:40:45 GMT

PJ gets the lowdown from Eoghan Corry of travelextra.ie

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Megan Walsh Talks About Life As A Celtic Woman In Advance Of Her New Single

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:38:27 GMT

Megan chats to PJ about life on the road not as a rock star but as a soprano! See also here

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Daddy/Daughter Ponytails & Pints By KiwiCutz

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:58:47 GMT

Hair can be a bonding moment KiwiCutz tells PJ. See also here

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We Need A Future Guaranteed For Our Adult Kids With Special Needs

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:14:25 GMT

PJ talks to Sinead from beforewedie.ie who is campaigning for adult sons and daughters with special needs to have appropriate housing and to Barry who worries about the future for his 24 year old son.

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Cork's Fuel Price Expert Prof Aoife Foley On What To Expect Next

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:06:43 GMT

PJ asks Aoife whether we should hold off on topping up the heating tank or buy now before things get worse among many other topics

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Truckers Say Now Is The Time For Govt Action On Operation Epic Fury Fuel Prices

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:39:08 GMT

Ger Hyland talks to PJ about their fears help will be too little too late to save driver jobs and stop food prices soaring

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Campaign For Cork Poland Flights Steps Up

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:34:06 GMT

PJ talks to Peter who is part of the campaign to keep flights from Cork to Gdansk and Pozan

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Transport Security Force - Is It Enough?

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:17:22 GMT

PJ talks about the plans announced to NBRU Gen Sec Dermot O'Leary

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Parents Of Carrigaline Community School Plead For School To Reopen

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:14:18 GMT

Following an incident the school has closed until Mar 9th PJ talks to Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne, Seamus McGrath TD and mum Niamh.

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2026-03-03 Fuel Price Uproar, Pokémon Daddy/Daughter Bond, Paddy's Day In Alicante & More...

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:00:00 GMT

PJ looks at the surge in fuel prices since the Operation Epic Fury strikes on Iran, leans Pokémon collecting is a good bond with your son or daughter, learns how Patrick's Day will be celebrated in Alicante. And more...

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The Biggest St Patricks Celebration In Spain

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:28:58 GMT

PJ talks to Rainnnaídh about the Alicante St Patricks celebration on Sun Mar 15th in Cabo Roig

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Spud Cuisine At The Black Market

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:21:13 GMT

PJ talks to Simeon who is cooking the ultimate comfort food, spud dishes at The Black Market at The Pie Guys old stall

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ROI v FRA Womens Soccer Tonight

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:54:57 GMT

PJ looks ahead to tonight with 96FM's Bailey Olliffe

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Collecting Pokémon Is A Great Bond With My Daughter

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:44:37 GMT

Luke Roche chats about his new hobby and shocks PJ by telling him he recently went to convention for Pokémon collectors that had 5,000 people attending

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Why Has Fuel Shot Up Already Since Operation Epic Fury Iran Attacks?

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:14:01 GMT

If the fuel you buy today is already in the supplier tank, why did the prices go up literally overnight PJ asks Oliver Browne of Cork University Business School

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I Ended Up Buying The Brewery! Pat Falvey On Building Up Blarney Brewing

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:10:49 GMT

Pat Falvey talks to PJ about going for it, making his products eco-friendly and going to the Enterprise Awards for Cork. See also here

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Shane The Man Behind The Harley Street & Airport Murals On Making Easter Eggs Art!

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:42:30 GMT

PJ catches up with Shane O’Driscoll whose art is beloved in many public places in Cork on his new Easter egg collab with Clo Chocolates See also here

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Vienna Woods Gives Teen Workers A Lovely Treat As It Looks Forward To The Ryder Cup

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:32:12 GMT

PJ talks to Michael Magner of Vienna Woods who put on a really special night for teenage staff and their families and he also talks about the preps for The Ryder Cup

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€1,000 A Week In Drink Thefts Adds To Stress Of Running A Shop

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:09:55 GMT

PJ talks to Kevin Herlihy who runs several Centra shops in Cork City about the cost of theft, with alcohol loss alone costing a grand a week.

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Train Complaints Range From Late Arrival To Dirt In Carriages

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:52:29 GMT

PJ hears from Cynthia Ní Mhurchú MEP who has advice on claiming refunds too!

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Ambulance Dispute Intensifies

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:40:31 GMT

PJ talks to John McCamley of SIPTU about a row over full time positions for our hard working paramedics

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Why Has The Weather A Red Sand "Blood Rain" Alert?

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:37:23 GMT

PJ talks about the Sahara Dust phenomenon with Cathal Nolan of Ireland's Weather Channel which can be a nightmare to clean off our car.

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2026-03-02 Trapped In Dubai, Ostán Tharr Barr, Rebel Romance & More...

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:14:50 GMT

PJ talks to Cork people caught in Dubai as Operation Epic Fury rages, hears from Úna who wants Ostán Inis Meáin to connect us with an teanga, learns why Rebel Speed Dating hit success with its face to face formula. And more...

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Shandon Under Wraps

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:07:22 GMT

PJ speaks to Gillian from Cork Cards - she is finishing a painting of Shandon steeple under wraps, as it was being refurbished

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Till Death Do Us Start Crossy & PJ Talk About "The Bride"

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:20:27 GMT

Crossy has been talking to the stars and he also has some sage advice on how to make things easier if your phone is stolen!

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Aaron Says Dubai Strikes Are Not A Worry And Tells Family Not To Stay Calm

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:03:25 GMT

PJ talks a call from Aaron in Dubai who describes how good the defences are during the current crisis

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High Fashion, Low Carbon Boherbue’s Junk Kouture Triumph

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 13:49:58 GMT

PJ is joined by Isabel, Clodagh and Norma from the Boherbue Comprehensive School Junk Kouture team who are through to the regional finals with their creation "Celestial Downpour" and their teacher Roisin.

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Rebel Roars For Romance

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 13:36:50 GMT

Paula from Rebel Speed Dating explains why her offline Cork dating nights attract people with five minutes of face-to-face chemistry and her plans to offer tailored nights for the LGBT community too

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Fish Goes High Tech As Joe Introduces Online Auctions

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:37:11 GMT

PJ talks to Joe Walsh of Paulona Seafoods who have just launched online fish auctions. See also here

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Úna Wants To Reconnect Us With Our Teanga With Ostán Inis Meáin

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:31:48 GMT

PJ talks to Úna Ní Fhlannagáin about her vision for bheith ag nascadh leis an nGaeilge. She also has some píosaí comhair (bits of advice) for learning phrases that actually have a bit of fuinneamh (energy) to them. She is running a competition to name the centre at the hotel. Enter here

Seachtain na Gaeilge Mar 1st to Mar 17th

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End Of An Era For Cork As St Augustines To Close

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:58:03 GMT

PJ hears from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne who spoke to parishioners and the Provincial Superior Fr Paddy O'Riordan who had to break the sad news

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Cat Burglar! Enya On Her Cheeky Chicken Loving Visitor

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:31:59 GMT

PJ talks to Enya who has a pesky but loveable cat visitor

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Corkonians Stuck In Dubai During Operation Enduring Fury

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:32:52 GMT

PJ talks to Vicki Creber who is stuck because flights are suspended, to Nicola who is worried about her family there, to Fionn who lives there and gets good travel advice from Tom Randles who is President of the Irish Travel Agents Association

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2026-02-27 Friday Peak For Traffic Offences, Tánaiste On SNAs and Investing Money, Make A Growing Fence & More...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:22:50 GMT

PJ discusses what can be done about Friday traffic offences, puts listener issues to Tánaiste Simon Harris, learns that a fence made out of willows could be the best option. And more...

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Don't Fence Me In - Living On The Fedge With A Willow Hedge

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 12:37:31 GMT

PJ talks to Rosemary Kavanagh who teaches people how to make a "fedge", a fence that's a hedge of beautiful living willows

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Hysterical Histories Do Fun Nights That Are Pure Cork And They Need Your Vote!

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 12:28:19 GMT

PJ talks to Angela Newman of Hysterical Histories who do comedy history dinners and are up for a CBA award against some big hitters. Vote for them here You can also book onto one of their nights at hystericalhistories

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Mitchelstown Wants To Be The Place For Authentically Lovely Weddings

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:55:03 GMT

PJ talks to Bill Power from St George's Arts & Heritage Centre about “Get Married In Mitchelstown” event happening this Sun Mar 1st across the town.

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For World Book Day - Why Not Learn Book Binding?

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:37:05 GMT

PJ talks to Elize de Beer who shows people how to bind books for great keepsakes or gifts tomorrow, Sat Feb 28th 11am in Midleton Library and 2pm in Cobh Library

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Brian Dillons GAA Keep The Club Great With Ball Wall

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:22:28 GMT

PJ gets the lowdown from James Murphy of the club

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More Than A Game: Young People, Sport And The Law

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:15:34 GMT

PJ hears a special package from the 96FM News team

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You Can't Quit Food - Former Miss Ireland Linda Duffy On Recovering From ED

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:05:24 GMT

PJ hears from Linda about recovery in advance of Eating Disorder Week Need help? Bodywhys - (01) 2107906

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Prime Time Clothing Says Goodbye & Thank You

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:41:41 GMT

PJ hears from Darragh Toal from the 96FM newsroom who took a trip to the iconic store as they hosted DJs in one of their last days trading

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Three Animals Killed Already This Year In Cork Housing Estate Due To Speeding Drivers

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:39:21 GMT

PJ speaks to Cllr Eoghan Fahy

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Pleas To Reinstate Ryanair Cork-Gdansk

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:26:17 GMT

PJ talks to Peter Kidney who is calling on people to sign a petition to bring the flights. See here

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Tánaiste Simon Harris On SNAs, Bessborough, Cost Of Living And New Investment Plan

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:20:13 GMT

Tánaiste Simon Harris take questions from PJ on the topics listeners raised.

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Where Is The Council Report On Midleton Floods?

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:52:24 GMT

Two experts were commissioned to report on the flooding of Midleton, Liam Quaide TD tells PJ everyone is asking where is it?

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Friday So Bad For Traffic Offences

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:42:50 GMT

Video recorded by busses in Cork showed that Friday is the worst day of the week for traffic offences. How do we fix that PJ asks Paddy Comyn of DoneDeal

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The Power of Red - How Color Psychology Can Help You Win For Local Enterprise Week

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 19:18:36 GMT

Stylist and organizer Lynda Di Blasi chats to PJ about how style, color and organization are powerful tools in business. See also Local Enterprise Week here

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2026-02-26 Apartments at Bessborough, Big plans for Paddys Day, Creative Cork & more

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:46:11 GMT

140 Apartments at Bessborough - campaigners and survivors are horrified that permission was given... it's 19 days to St Patricks Day - Cork is set for a 5 day festival this year - and Corks 96FM is a proud partner, Crochet, Cards and now carvings - is there no end to Cork’s creativity & lots more

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Little Heirlooms

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:02:17 GMT

Carving Memories: The Beautiful Idea Behind Little Heirlooms

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Crochet Olympics – Kildare Yardbombers

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:00:22 GMT

Hooked on Gold: The Crochet Olympics Are Coming

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Cork St. Patrick’s Festival 2026

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:56:34 GMT

Cork's 96FM are official media partners for the Cork St Patrick's Festival and PJ looked at the 50 Years of Service Irish Guide Dogs to Lead Cork’s St. Patrick’s Parade

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Rare Disease Day – Angelman Syndrome

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:53:11 GMT

Living with Angelman Syndrome: Christopher’s Story

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Macroom Tidy Towns Vandalism

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:51:00 GMT

Tree Vandalism Sparks Anger in Macroom

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Joe Duffy – Hearing Campaign

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:48:42 GMT

Joe Duffy: Why Hearing Well Means Loving Well

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Bessborough Planning

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:46:37 GMT

Bessborough Shock: ‘No Vote’ and Outrage Over Planning Conditions

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2026-02-25 Inheritance Tax, Get me home to hospital, What's in Damo's box & more

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:34:28 GMT

Inheritance tax - if your auntie leaves you a house - prepare for a ridiculous tax bill... John is in the Philippines - can we help him to get back home for urgent cancer treatment..Damo opens his popup parcel - not bad, in fairness & more

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King Colis Lost Packet Shop

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:09:28 GMT

Mystery Mail Mayhem: We Open a Lost Parcel Live On Air from Douglas Court

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Sick & Stranded in the Philippines

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:59:31 GMT

A Cork Man’s Race Against Time to Get Home from the Philippines

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Parents of Kids in Australia

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:55:26 GMT

When the Kids Move to Oz: Suzanne Harrington on The Parents Left Behind in Ireland

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Teach With Tadhg

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:52:16 GMT

From Classroom to TikTok: How Teach With Tadhg Is Reaching a New Generation

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Inheritance Tax Campaign

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:46:43 GMT

“End the Discrimination”: James Sexton The Fight to Reform Ireland’s Inheritance Tax

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Salbutamol Nebules Shortage

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:43:40 GMT

Asthma Patients at Risk: TD Kenneth O'Flynn Warns Over Critical Salbutamol Shortage

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2026-02-24 Pedestrianize Daunt Square, A Result For Kids On "Don't Knock Me Down", Fly A Kite For Cork & More...

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 14:32:02 GMT

PJ hears from Damien Sreenan who researched plans to pedestrianize Daunt Square, learns great news for kids who told us yesterday "Don't Knock Me Down", and talks to the organizer of Corks brilliant kite festival. And more...

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Why Are Paramedics Being Strike Balloted?

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:34:08 GMT

PJ talks to Eoghan Dromney of UNITE about a worrying development

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Cork Has A Kite Flying Festival And It's A Beautiful Sea Of Color

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:28:15 GMT

The Cork Basant Festival is in its 5th Year and PJ finds out more from Amna Walayat. (Festival is on Jul 3rd to 5th see here)

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How Would You Like To Make Your Own Hat?

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:23:09 GMT

PJ talks to Nessa Cronin, the Queen of hats (and fascinators) and she wants to show you how to be one too. See also @nessacroninmillinery on Instagram.

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Made in China, Bought in Ireland: The Chinese Car Boom

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:07:40 GMT

Pj Chats with DoneDeal’s Paddy Comyn on Chinese car brands making a major move into the Irish market.

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Cork Artist Helen Is A Jigsaw Queen With Top Puzzle Maker Ravensburger

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:00:11 GMT

PJ talks to Helen whose latest creation in the Irish Puzzle Collection is O'Connell Bridge chats to PJ about how she got into jigsaws. For more details on her puzzles see this page on her Kinsale puzzle and this page on her O'Connell's Bridge work

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Glasheen Parents Get A Result On Road Safety

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:49:29 GMT

After our interview with Michael Ring of Glasheen Boys NS who spoke of his worries for kids safety PJ talks to Kathriona Devereux, also of the Don't Knock Me Down campaign, who has some good news!

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Cork’s Cemeteries: Graveside Conversations

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:09:36 GMT

Pj chats with Mick Meade, custodian for six cemeteries, on day-to-day pressures and pride in the role, while we relive Paul Byrne's interviews with visitors reflecting on love, loss , and memories from the cemetery paths.

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From Cork to the Dáil: Stand Up for SNAs

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:35:54 GMT

Pj chats to Rebecca O’Riordan who explains why the SNA issue has pushed families to protest at the Dáil and in Cork.

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Ironman Inquest: Cork Tragedy

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:25:43 GMT

Pj chats to Ann Mooney who talks about the inquest findings into the deaths of two men during the Cork Ironman swim.

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Bullied Off the Court?: Basketball in Gurranabraher

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:15:17 GMT

Pj chats with Willie McCarthy who explains why Cork basketball leaders feel they’re being pushed out in Gurranabraher and how a 60-year tradition is at risk as tensions rise with the Council.

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Shandon in the Spotlight: The Clock Tower Update

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:58:07 GMT

Pj hears from Cllr Kenneth Collins who gives an update on the Shandon Clock tower while locals share some special Shandon stories.

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Cork on Foot: Daunt Square Pedestrian Plans

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:26:40 GMT

PJ hears from Damien Sreenan who meets Councillor Honore Kamegni and the public to ask: should Daunt Square go car-free?

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2026-02-23 Cork success at the IFTAs! CIÉ workers 18 years without a pension rise, Car Theft Double Shock & More...

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:34:03 GMT

PJ hears about Retired CIÉ workers who have gone 18 years without a pension rise, Cork success at the IFTAS, and two cars stolen from Maryborough Avenue!

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Foo Fighter's Dave Grohl’s Irish Chapter: Then and Now

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:23:52 GMT

PJ chats to Lorcan on the West Cork/Kerry days that helped shape Foo Fighters, with Aiden O’Connor from Mike The Pies on what the weekend meant locally.

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Cold Cuts: Cork’s New Buzz

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:16:07 GMT

Pj Chats with Alex Earle who turned a concept into one of Cork’s most talked-about new ventures.

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Travel More, Pay Less: Home-Swaps

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:04:03 GMT

Pj Chats with Catriona Lysaght about turning your own home into your biggest travel asset through swapping.

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Bin Day Miracle: The Ring in the Rubbish

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:50:46 GMT

PJ Chats to Council worker Anthony McDermott who tells how he went digging through rubbish after hours to return a ring with deep sentimental value.

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Bee as Gaeilge : Ireland’s first Irish Spelling Bee

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:39:51 GMT

PJ chats to teacher Róisín and student Aisling on the small idea that became Ireland’s first Spelling Bee as Gaeilge.

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Pension Promised, Pension Paused : Frozen Since ’08

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:25:55 GMT

Pj chats to John Bowen who explains why CIÉ pensioners are marching in Cork for an agreed raise that still hasn’t landed.

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Two Cars, One Morning: Car Crime in Cork

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:05:40 GMT

PJ chats to Finbarr O'Connor who appeals for witnesses as a couple on Maryborough Avenue wake up to find both cars gone.

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The IFTAS Red Carpet with Izzy Showbizzy

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:34:55 GMT

PJ hears from Izzy Showbizzy, who interviews the biggest stars and shares the best looks, biggest surprises, and the atmosphere from the IFTAs floor.

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From Cork to the IFTAs : Lights, Camera, Cork

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:09:40 GMT

Pj Chats to Kabin Krew's Jamie Forde, Daniel Power and 'Christy' director Brendan Canty on representing Cork talent at the IFTAs.

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Green Light, Near Miss: Safe Streets for Glasheen

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:39:22 GMT

PJ chats to Michael Ryng of the Glasheen Boys Parents’ Association as parents call out drivers ignoring red lights near Glasheen schools. After repeated close calls at crossings, Glasheen families ask: why is nothing changing?

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The Cork Housing Crunch: Roommate Roulette

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:05:16 GMT

PJ chats to Cllr Ger Curley to unpack Cork’s co-living debate. After years on the list, you get a key… and a stranger. Could 'co-living' be the genius fix for Cork’s housing crisis, or is it a recipe for disaster?

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2026-02-20 Disgraced Lord Mayor John Murray's Plaques Removed, Chloe Is A Champion Three Times Over, Marty Morrissey Live In Studio & More...

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:55:26 GMT

PJ hears civic plaques honoring disgraced Lord Mayor John Murray have been removed, learns how champion equestrian Chloe turned to skating after beating cancer, has a luagh with Marty Morrissey. And more...

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Wuthering Heights Watch Parties & Cold Storage Hits The Cinemas

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:14:22 GMT

Crossy chats with PJ about the Wuthering Heights watch party trend and looks at the Liam Neeson flick Cold Storage hitting cinemas this weekend.

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Tom Crean Antarctic Explorer Comes To The Everyman For 13th Time!

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:11:56 GMT

We just can't get enough of Tom Crean, star of the show Adrian Dooely tells PJ. See also here

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Izzy Showbizzy Looks Forward To The IFTAs

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:06:59 GMT

She's on the train and she's got loads of tips for PJ about what to watch for at the IFTAs tonight

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From the Bronx To The Banks of the Lee - A Marty Party Masterclass

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:04:19 GMT

PJ talks to Marty live in studio. See also here

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Dave Kilcoyne From "What The Ruck" Rugby Podcast On IRE v ENG

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 13:55:46 GMT

PJ and Dave look forward to the weekend action

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From Dressage To Dazzle Chloe's Incredible Pivot After Cancer

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 13:52:52 GMT

From horse riding success to sparkling in sequins, Chloe tells PJ how a life-changing cancer diagnosis led from the dressage arena to the world stage of figure skating.

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Protecting Kids Online Means More Than Smartphones

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:50:31 GMT

There is too much talk about kids and smartphones and not enough thinking about what else is dangerous Philip Arneill, Head of Communications & Research at CyberSafeKids, tells PJ

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Farranree Tree Protesters Invite Taoiseach To Visit

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:59:19 GMT

PJ talks to Laura who says following Deputies Thomas Gould and Ken O'Flynn raising their campaign in the Dáil to Tánaiste Simon Harris they would like the Taoiseach to see what they want to save

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How Do You Move To Northern Spain?

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:53:05 GMT

A listener wonders what you should do to move to Northern Spain. Pat O’Neill of Vamos Canary Islands has some good advice.

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AI House Picture Ads & Overbidding - Crazy House Prices Indeed!

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:43:30 GMT

PJ talks to Ciarán Mulqueen about the two questions that has every housebuyer fuming. See also @crazyhouseprice on X @crazyhouseprices on Instagram or his book, 'How to Buy a Home in Ireland'.

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Disgraced John Murray Removed From Civic Plaques

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:23:32 GMT

John Murray was elected the city's Lord Mayor in 1993 and was convicted of sexually assaulting his teenage granddaughter Elaine in 2013 and Paul Byrne tells PJ that civic plaques bearing his name from his term in office have been removed from the city after a long campaign by Elaine. PJ also talks to Chris O'Leary who first raised the issue of civic honoring of Murray being inappropriate in 2016.

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2026-02-19 250 Pothole Road, Countryside Crime Wave, I Designed Cars For James Bond & More...

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:46:59 GMT

PJ talks to the man who counted 250 potholes on one trip, learns tech is helping farmers fight back against crime, chats to the Corkman designing cars for James Bond and for the future. And more...

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Ladies Lacing Up the Boots For Community, Connection And Cork - G4MO

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 13:00:58 GMT

PJ chats with Rosaleen O’Brien about why 30 teams are taking over the Park this July for the Cork Mental Health Foundation—grab your boots and register via @corkg4mofestivaloffootball to be part of the magic.

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The Rebel Auto Engineer Who Helped James Bond

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:56:13 GMT

PJ chats to Mike Keane of Hibra Design, the Cork man who went from the high-pressure pits of Williams F1 to building the iconic stunt cars for James Bond, only to return home and revolutionize car climate impact

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Togher Council Housing Must Be Fixed Up - Residents Truly Deserve Better

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:50:38 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Albert Deasy who says that council housing should meet all the standards just as with any other landlord especially when it's a state body providing it

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Rural Crime Wave - A Special RTE One Prime Time Report

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:30:22 GMT

PJ talks to Prime Time's Connor McMorrow and to ex-Guard Pat Shannon who contributed to the program which airs RTE One tonight (Thu Feb 19th) at 9.35pm or on the RTE Player after broadcast here

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Admin Party Nights - Save Money AND Have A Party!

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:27:44 GMT

Admin party nights are sweeping TikTok with people bringing friends around to brainstorm ways of saving money and get the best deals and Ann-Marie Gaynor the Irish Budgeting Mammy has tips to get the most from them. See also @irishbudgetingmammy

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Former Prince Andrew Of The UK Arrested

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:23:01 GMT

As news broke, PJ gets the story from Enda Brady

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Health Care Assistants (HCAs) Get A Settlement And Strike Is Called Off

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:21:53 GMT

Nathasha Lenihan Treacy, SIPTU Assistant Industrial Organizer, has all the details for PJ

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Will Knocknaheeny Residents Be Left Waiting For New Housing?

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:34:51 GMT

Fra tells PJ that the word locally is the project has fallen behind which is a blow but no surprise as he has been waiting for 10 years for the new housing to be built

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Is A Girl More Expensive To Bring Up?

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:34:15 GMT

PJ talks to Sharon who says without a doubt. What do you think?

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Costigans Say CBA Awards Are Key To A Happier Business & Happier City

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:33:11 GMT

PJ talks to Colm O’Connor from Costigans who won a CBA award last year as the chance to enter this year is extended Enter at corkbusiness.ie before Feb 23rd

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One Road 250 Potholes And More!

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:32:34 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr John Buckley who counted 250 potholes on a trip recently he tells PJ more and also talks about a meeting that took place last night as part of the drive to get better rail in East Cork

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2026-02-18 SNA Anger, Loud Phone Speakers In Public Places, LA World Entertainment Award At 19 & More...

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:31:01 GMT

PJ hears anger at the SNA review, talks to Tanya about rude people who blast speakers on trains and busses, chats with dancer Craig Hogan who won an LA World Entertainment Award At 19. And more...

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Wuthering Heights - Pretty, Pastel, and Poisonous?

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:55:30 GMT

Now that Wuthering Heights is in the cinema, some people are shocked. PJ talks to 96FM's Orla O'Donovan who saw the film

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Baby Baldy Barbers Begin Brave Breakaway! Noel & Donncha Set Up Barbershops

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:47:17 GMT

PJ talks to Mick Moriarty who ran the legendary Baldy Barbers and to Donncha O’Connell, who became globally famous for his compassionate handling of an autistic lad's haircut some years ago, and is setting up BuzzCutz Barber Shop in Gurranabraher as well as Noel Sheehan who started Sheehan’s Irish Traditional Barbershop in Boherbue which is so traditional it's like a mens shed!

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At Just 19 This Corkman Won Best Dancer At The LA World Entertainment Awards

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:39:21 GMT

PJ catches up with Craig Hogan from Carrigaline who is living the dream as a dancer and we're so proud. See also @craighogan_

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I Only Caught Prostate Cancer In Time By Pure Luck

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:53:38 GMT

PJ catches up with Cllr Michael Looney who recently told the story of how a lucky catch saved his life so others can be more aware

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Are You Insured? Motor Insurance Pitfalls Can Catch You

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:46:46 GMT

Paul Kavanagh from McCarthy Insurance looks at clauses that might catch you and as the system is mostly automatic now so it pays to be careful he tells PJ

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Don't Use Speakers On Trains & Busses!

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:20:11 GMT

PJ talks to Tanya Sweeney about rude people, especially people playing loud music from speakers which sparked a brilliant article in the Indo

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I Sleep In A Castle - You Can Too!

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:29:01 GMT

Orla Rutherford owner of Dripsey Castle chats to PJ about castle life and winning an AirBnB award.

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Ash Wednesday Fish Crisis?

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:23:09 GMT

Bartie tells PJ that getting fish was a challenge for Ash Wednesday and it's still a very big day for people to treat themselves to fish and chips.

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Big Road Budget For Cork PLUS SNAs - Junior Minister Jerry Buttimer

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:20:58 GMT

There's a lot of money coming to Cork for roads, around €230m but will it be well spent PJ asks Junior Minister Jerry Buttimer and he also puts some points about the current SNA controversy.

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It Will Be Five Years At Least Before Injection Centre Opens In Cork

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 09:44:57 GMT

Eddie Mullins of the support group Merchants Quay tells PJ the bureaucracy in setting one up is enormous and urges people to start planning now and he is willing to help.

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2026-02-17 Breathalyzer To Start Cars, Domestic Violence Survivor Speaks After Justice, Pancakes From Ireland And Poland & More...

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:00:00 GMT

PJ asks is it time we put breathalyzers in the cars of drink drivers to cut the carnage, hears Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne interview Jackie Twomey after her husband Noel Twomey got jailed for a boiling water attach, hears how Magda brings Polish and Irish tastes to Pancake Tuesday. And more...

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Yoga Warriors Fight The Harms Of The Modern World

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:23:19 GMT

PJ talks to Hazel O'Sullivan from Cork Lotus Yoga and finds out why it helps ground us

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A Rock Museum In Cork Would Help Tourism And Kick Start The Night

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:04:02 GMT

PJ talks to Sheena Crowley who has been campaigning for a rock museum for years and to Arthur Murray from Cork band Ash Red about how a Rock Museum could transform the city and help venues stay profitable, maybe even be a venue itself

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How To Gael Girls Are Coming To Cork And They're Ready To Party!

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:37:51 GMT

PJ chats to Doireann Ní Ghlacáin who is in Paris and says she has hardly used French because of the interest in Gaeilge there

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Natasha's Taking Over Beloved Rebecca's Kitchen In West Cork At Just 22

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:15:35 GMT

Natasha is taking over a local legend at 22 but PJ discovers she's already conquered Vancouver

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Olivier Climbed Ireland's Highest Mountain At 5

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:54:00 GMT

PJ talks to Radoslaw Piskorski and his 5 year old son, Olivier, who climbed Carrauntoohil with his 10 year old brother, Alan

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New Protection For River Allow/Blackwater?

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:50:50 GMT

PJ talks to Dan Dennehy, Club Secretary at Kanturk and District Trout Anglers, about a new electronic pollution alarm but asks is it enough?

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Jackie Twomey Survivor Of Boiling Water Attack By Noel Twomey Talks To Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:41:08 GMT

PJ hears from Paul Byrne about the trial that convicted Noel Twomey after a savage boiling water attack and listens to Jackie talk after her triumph in court.

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Polish Pancake Fun With Magda From The Hideout Cafe And A Bit Of Fat Tuesday Too!

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:28:20 GMT

PJ talks to Magda who cooked up a storm for Pancake Tuesday but also celebrated Fat Thursday, a Polish tradition stuffed with creamy rich cakes that happens the Thursday before

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VQ Pancake Race Fun!

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:25:31 GMT

PJ hears a report from Damien Sreenan from 96FM News from the annual pancake race in MacCurtain St

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Coco's Law To Include AI Deepfakes

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:21:06 GMT

PJ talks to Pat Buckley TD about an amendment to Coco's Law in the light of the AI nude deepfakes that have swept across the online world

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800 People Convicted Of Drinking Driving AFTER Conviction - Time For Breathalyzers In Cars?

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:19:32 GMT

PJ talks to Paddy Comyn from DoneDeal about calls for alcohol interlocks to be imposed on drunk drivers.

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2026-02-16 Superb Fire Brigade Rescue, Hello My Friend, Barrys Bootcamp & More...

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 13:59:56 GMT

PJ hears how the Cork Fire Brigade never give up even when conditions are tough, talks to Paul McCarthy about the stunning results of Hello My Friend, finds out if Barry's Bootcamp it worth it now it's in Ireland. And more...

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Gaye Wrote Two Books In Pure Cork Words About LGBT Life In The 90s

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:28:57 GMT

PJ talks to Gaye Shortland on her books written in the Cork vernacular describing LGBT life in the 90s, a time of change in Ireland

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Neurodiverse Kids Can Develop With The Right Toy - The Toy Library Helps Find The Right One

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:26:45 GMT

PJ talks to Giorgia Anile of the Toy Library who says the match between toy and child is so important if you are trying to help development but trial-and-error without a toy library would bankrupt families.

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From Coding To Cooking Aisling Is Proud Of The Girl Guides

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:23:44 GMT

The new Chief Commissioner of the Irish Girl Guides is from Carrigaline. Aisling Claffey Healion is proud of the skills girls learn by taking part but, most of all, the life skills they gain through socializing, she tells PJ. See also here

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More Than A Catchphrase - Paul McCarthy On Hello My Friend

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:03:07 GMT

From struggling with addiction to becoming a qualified therapist, Paul tells PJ how one simple greeting changed his life. HelloMyFriend is on in the Everyman Theatre on Sunday March 29th from 2–4pm

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Run For The Man Man Who Kept Bandon Moving: Remembering John Hayes

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:56:07 GMT

Trina tells PJ about John Hayes, her late Uncle, and how she wants to continue his lifelong mission of supporting others, by holding a run in aid of Cancer Connect who helped him get to his appointments Join the John Hayes Memorial 5km on June 28th at the Valley Rovers Walkway; registration opens at 11:00 AM for a 1:00 PM start Facebook page Search "John Hayes Memorial 5km"

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AirBnB Rules Will Hammer Self-Catering Tourism

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:49:42 GMT

PJ hears from Máire Ní Mhurchú, Chair of the Irish Self Catering Federation, who says people will rather see buildings lie idle than pay huge planning fees and keep track of complex paperwork

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SNA Crisis To Feature In Online Meeting Tonight

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:17:23 GMT

PJ talks to Sen Nicole Ryan who is holding an online meeting tonight. See also here

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Barry's Bootcamp Comes To Ireland!

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 09:56:29 GMT

Chloë McPolin went to the new Irish Barry's Bootcamp and she tells PJ that to her surprise she might be back! You can read her account of it here

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Fob Off! Cork City Council Says No To Unload Fobs For DJs/Musicians

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 09:49:08 GMT

Cllr Paudie Dineen says he's devastated that Council refused to give venues fobs allow acts to load when bollards are up to PJ Coogan

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Busy Weekend For Cork Fire Heroes

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 09:48:09 GMT

Cork City Fire Brigade Second Officer Victor Shine tells PJ about a dramatic rescue over the weekend in Sundays Well.

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2026-02-13 Meat Thermometer Valentines Gift! 50 Years Of Love, Drone Ban Hurts Rescues & More...

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:10:24 GMT

PJ celebrates Valentines with flowers, chocolates and, er, meat thermometers, hears what happened when Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne presented John & Pauline Healy whose house burned down with champagne for their 50th Wedding Anniversary, discusses if new drone rules over Cork will make it tough to search for missing people. And more...

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Today, Feb 13th, Is World Radio Day

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:11:08 GMT

PJ pays his tribute to the radio industry and hears the views of The President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola about making sure radio is available in cars, especially for emergencies

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PJ & Dave Kilcoyne From What The Ruck Podcast Talk Ireland v Italy

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:02:57 GMT

Valentine's Day is also rugby day! PJ and Dave look ahead to the match

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Get Ready This Weekend For Pancake Tuesday With These Tips From Ellen's Kitchen

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:58:44 GMT

Nothing more fun than pancakes, especially with kids around. Many will start the feast this weekend so PJ got some great tips from cooking queen Ellen O'Driscoll from Ellen's Kitchen in Cobh

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Are The Doomsters Right About A Vicious Change In The Weather? We're Not So Sure!

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:52:39 GMT

PJ gets an opinion from Alan O'Reilly of Carlow Weather

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Big Brass Brilliance From BoolaBoom At The Savoy Launch Tonight

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:48:41 GMT

Cork's brilliant BoolaBoom will be bringing their Big Brass Samba sound to the opening of The Savoy tonight. PJ sat down with DOC (Darragh O’Connor) from the band to chat about what they do and their love of The Savoy

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No Surrender Say Protesters Against Farranree Tree Felling For Active Travel

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:32:14 GMT

It was widely rumored that today is the day that the City Council would fell the trees that controversially need to go to implement their Active Travel plan for Farranree. PJ hears from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne who took a trip up there to sound out the mood of protesters.

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It's Wuthering Heights But Not As Your Parents Know It!

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:28:08 GMT

Wuthering Heights 2026 is in the cinemas this weekend and it's steamy! Crossy has been talking to the stars of it and chats with PJ about why people are a little hot under the collar

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Some Lovin' Valentines Tips On Buying Chocolate

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:23:47 GMT

Rose from The Chocolate Shop in The English Market has a life steeped in chocolate! PJ gets some clues on getting the best chocolate for your love.

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Exactly How Romantic Is Cork? From Meat Thermometers To Wuthering Heights Damien From 96FM News Finds Out

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:19:12 GMT

PJ hears from Damien Sreenan from the 96FM News Desk who spoke to people getting their Valentines freak on from flowers to, er, meat thermometers. And he also hears some great stories of how people met

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After The Fire Comes The Good Bit Pauline & John's 50th Anniversary!

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:12:05 GMT

Pauline and John were on the show last week facing homelessness after a fire destroyed their home while on holiday and their Council Emergency Accommodation allowance was to be cut off but was extended dramatically as they were speaking on air. This Friday is their 50th Anniversary and PJ hears from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne who went to them with some champagne.

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Could New Drone Rules Harm Missing Persons Searches

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:46:59 GMT

PJ talks to Chris from Cork City Missing Persons Search and Recovery who is worried that new rules will stop rescue volunteers using drones to find missing persons

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Lovely Romantic Flower Stories From Tanya Of Elegance Douglas

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:40:09 GMT

PJ talks to Tanya about the busiest day of the florist year and she has some very cute love stories plus a controversial opinion on the most romantic nationality!

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Cork Heading For €3,000 A Month Rents Says Sinn Féin

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:15:11 GMT

PJ talks to Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire TD about the new rent laws coming in from March who says that it only means one thing, higher rents than ever before.

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2026-02-12 Wealthy Country Just Hard To Live Here! Is Doggie Your Pawfect Valentine? Letters For The Lonely Posted In Cork & More...

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:38:38 GMT

PJ talks to John who says the country needs to work for its people, asks do we love our dogs and do they love us, chats with Jay who posted letters for lonely people up on walls in Cork. And more...

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Crime 101 At Cinemas This Weekend - Gritty Heist Thriller Goodness

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:39:05 GMT

PJ loves a good cat-and-mouse thriller and talks to Crossy about Crime 101 which is about jewel heists carried out by a Colombian mob, or is it?

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Cork Band MDR Are Making Waves On The Cork Playlist

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:23:19 GMT

Kaitlyn & Kenneth talk to PJ about the rise of MDR, a Cork band which came to our notice when they shot up in the voting for the famous Cork Playlist. See the voting page here MDR Beacon page here Cork Playlist Facebook page here

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10th Anniversary Of The Event Centre Sod Turning - SD Padraig Rice Lives It Again!

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:52:19 GMT

PJ talks to Padraig Rice TD of The Social Democrats who is taking part in a re-enactment of the famous sod toss at around noon today and says waiting is painful. Forgetting is painful. But not knowing which to do is the worse kind of suffering.

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Have You Seen Letters Helping People Be Less Lonely Posted Up Around Cork? Jay Wrote Them!

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:41:51 GMT

PJ talks to Jay who started writing letters to the lonely when he himself was lonely and it kinda grew from there to cover a lot of the globe. See also @jaytheauthor

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The Flotilla For Palestine Was An Adventure As Well As A Serious Cause

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:28:54 GMT

PJ talks to Tadhg Hickey who was deported when he tried to render aid to Palestine as part of the Sumud Flotilla. Tadhg says they had fun and camaraderie as well as frustration and hairy moments. He tells the story at Shanties And Shenanigans - From The Sumud Flotilla in Cyprus Avenue Fri 13th

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New Pop-Up Shop Selling Mystery Parcels - What's That All About?

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:23:23 GMT

Alexis Faure, the Co-founder of King Colis which sells lost packages tells PJ what to expect when they run a pop up shop in Douglas Court Shopping Centre from Tuesday, February 24 to Sunday, March 1

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Maggie's Traffic Light Single Night To Thank Kitty's Foundation Work?

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:19:23 GMT

PJ hears from Maggie that Kitty's Foundation did such good work with her mam it inspired her to run a traffic light night for singles Valentines Night Sundays Well RFC for more info text 089 491 0318

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Dating For Dogs - The Pawfect Event To Match Your Dog

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:13:49 GMT

PJ talks to Ester from Top Barkz who is running a match party day for dogs on Valentines Day

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Do Dogs Increase Your Chances On Valentines Day?

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:41:54 GMT

Well that's what they say! And there's evidence to back it up. PJ talks to Sarah from Petsurance.ie who even did a survey on it. PJ also asks listeners do you think like a dog or a cat?

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Ireland In 2016 Is Wealthy But In Crisis Because It's So Hard To Live

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:13:03 GMT

PJ talks to John who says all the money in the world is no good if you can't buy a house or your son can't get a job.

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Lucie's Tanora Project Reminded Mary Of Something

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:58:06 GMT

Yesterday we features the brilliant Lucie Quinlivan who won a prize for her project on Cork's beloved Tanora. Mary says her granddad worked for Tanora!

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We Have A Replacement For The Joint Policing Committee - Why?

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:39:55 GMT

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Scrambler Bikes A Top Issue, Lucie's A Tanora Champion, Rosie O'Donnell Looks Forward To Cork & More...

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:06:19 GMT

PJ hears that scrambler chaos is a top concern, chats with Lucie whose Tanora project won the Junior Cert section of the Cork Schools Heritage Project, chats with Rosie O'Donnell in advance of her Cork Opera House show. And more...

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Rosie O'Donnell The Queen Of Nice On Trump, Ireland and Her Cork Opera House Show

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 13:43:49 GMT

PJ talks to Rosie who has great things to say about Ireland and is looking forward to "Common Knowledge" Sun Mar 29th at the Cork Opera House. See details of show here

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Mallow Gets Its Boxing Back!

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 13:40:09 GMT

PJ talks to Boxer Tony Fheahan and his partner Siobhan Withers who are bringing boxing back to Mallow. Mallow Boxing Club is open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at Watertown Industrial Estate if you want to check it out.

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Richard Coles - Cleric, Communard, Corkman!

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 13:37:50 GMT

PJ talks to Richard Coles who is leading the Church Away Days about his life in the Church, in the Communards, and his love of the Barrs GAA. He also talks to listener Ian who lives in Cork but comes from Kettering, loves the Communards and has a daughter who plays with the Barrs!

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Own The Spotlight - Building Confidence

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:48:38 GMT

PJ chats to Lorna Horgan who is part of Network West Cork's Own the Spotlight: Building Confidence, Connection & Influence event Thu Feb 19th 6.30pm See here

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Nadia Adan On A Sale That Didn't Add Up

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:39:19 GMT

Nadia tells PJ of the warning signs to look out for in a deal

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Valerie French's Brother Calls On Tusla To Drop Opposition To Valerie's Law Suspending Guardianship After Conviction

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:32:51 GMT

David French wants Tusla to support Valerie's law which would allow Courts to suspend child guardianship held by convicted killers. See also Valerie.rip

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Lucie's A Cork Champion With Her Tanora Project

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:51:21 GMT

Lucie Quinlivan won the Junior Cert section of the Cork Schools Heritage Project with her brilliant Tanora project which even found people who named a baby after it! PJ chats to Lucie, her dad Aodh and to Nivene Sadick from the Cairo2Cork Foodtruck who featured in the project.

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Help Douglas Saint Patricks Day Parade In Their Hour Of Need

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:43:19 GMT

PJ talks to Marie Piper who says Douglas is in danger of not getting a parade this year if they don't get more people volunteering

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Happy News! MacCurtain Wine Cellar Gets Wine Box Momento Back!

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:41:16 GMT

PJ hears from Sean Gargano who runs MacCurtain Wine Cellar with Trudy Ahern that the wine box that went missing has been returned by post. It wasn't just any wine box that was his link to his late Auntie that first stirred his interest in the trade.

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Scrambler Bikes Still Top Complaints

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:19:10 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Joe Lynch who says that complaints about scramblers are still huge after Xmas and he also looks at the new Local Community Safety Partnership, which controversially replaced the Joint Policing Committee

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2026-02-10 Prosecution For Every Road Offence? Frontline Heroes Helped My Daughter During 24 Minute Seizure, Cork Girls Letter Writing Success & More...

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT

PJ hears a call for every road offence to be prosecuted with no discretion, talks to a mum about the help she got when her 6 year old daughter had a 24 minute seizure, learns about a Dublin Hill woman's success with letter writing event nights in the UK. And more...

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Laura From Dublin Hill Can't Believe The Success Of Letters Between Us

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 13:17:56 GMT

Laura tells PJ that her letter writing events have taken off in the UK and she would love to bring them home to Cork. See Letters Between Us

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24 Minutes: The Day My Daughter’s Life Was Saved

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 13:15:07 GMT

Aisling Allan tells PJ about her daughter’s sudden seizure and how the superheroes at Cork's medical frontline and epilepsy.ie rushed in with support. Remember Time Safe Stay

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I Will Abseil Down The Hogan Stand!

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 13:09:13 GMT

Gillian tells PJ she is abseiling down the Hogan Stand in Croker in Cork colors on March 8th. It's all part of raising funds for rare.ie as Gillian's son has a condition that only 12 people in the world have.

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Make Sure Your Teen Is Developing Muscle!

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:26:09 GMT

PJ hears from Sarah Power about the importance of teens building muscle in the gym for lifelong health

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Raising Kids In An Age Of AI - Internet Safety Day

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:25:18 GMT

On Safer Internet Day PJ talks to Jane McGarrigle, the CEO of Webwise who has some hints for living in an Artificial Intelligence world

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Sepsis - Know The Signs Especially With Kids

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:46:29 GMT

PJ talks to Doireann O'Mahony of the Irish Sepsis Foundation who give us common and some less common signs of sepsis and reminds us never be afraid to ask Is It Sepsis? See also sepsisfoundation.ie

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Never Mind Eurovision - Cork Has Schoolavision!

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:04:34 GMT

PJ hears from Damien Sreenan from the 96FM Newsroom who went to visit the kids at the Scoil Bhride Eglantine Schoolavision song contest

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Cork Comes Out As Most Expensive For Motoring

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:59:56 GMT

PJ and Shane O'Donoghue, editor at completecar.ie talk about why motoring is soaring and what families are doing to stay on the road

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Should All Motoring Offences Be Punished Or Is There Room For Discretion?

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:55:49 GMT

PJ discusses with Cllr Oliver Moran whether there should be discretion when it comes to road offences

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2026-02-09 Penneys Plans For Patrick St, Valentines Gifts That Hit Different, Treatment Not Incarceration & More...

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:02:42 GMT

PJ hears about the new plans Penneys have for Patrick St, gets help choosing good Valentines gifts, hears many prisoners should get psychiatric treatment not jail. And more...

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Something Different For 2026? Make Your Own Jewellery!

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:43:39 GMT

PJ talks to Nadine who teaches people to make their own pieces at benchspacecork.ie

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Is Ireland A Friendly Country To Dogs And Dog Owners?

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:40:48 GMT

PJ talks to John O'Callaghan of Dog Advocacy Ireland who thinks drastic changes are needed in some areas.

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How To Give A Valentine's Gift That Hits Different

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 11:55:16 GMT

Everyone can do with a bit of help when it comes to being original on Valentine's Day and Mary Jane O'Regan has a few ideas for PJ Coogan

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Have You Momentos From Corks LGBT Past?

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 11:52:19 GMT

PJ talks to LGBT Historian Orla Egan who is trying to preserve things people might have lying around from places such as Loafers and No 4 MacCurtain St or banners and leaflets, anything that helps bring the past to life. See also here

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What's The Best Way To Use A Dehumidifier?

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 11:23:20 GMT

PJ talks to Chris Michael of Meaco about the best way to dry out your house after the recent rain!

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Teaching The Realities Of Road Safety Using Virtual Reality To Kinsale CS TY

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:58:42 GMT

PJ talks Fergal McCarthy head of KCS about helping TY kids understand how bad accidents can be.

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Want To Try An Instrument To See If It Suits You? The Library Can Help There

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:44:01 GMT

PJ talks to Margaret from Cork City Library about their scheme that helps you try out an instrument.

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Dual Diagnosis Patients Deserve Better Says Liam Quaide TD

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:35:23 GMT

PJ hears from Liam Quaide TD who was interviewed by Damien Sreenan from The Corks 96FM Newsroom and says the country needs to coordinate help from those who live with a psychiatric condition and addiction

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Evan Gearns Tells PJ His Late Brother Andrew Needed Psychiatric Help Not Punishment

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:26:39 GMT

Andrew tells PJ we need to treat vulnerable people not punish them

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The Plight Of Prisoners Who Need Psychiatric Help On RTE Investigates Tonight

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:08:38 GMT

PJ talks to Conor Ryan of RTE Investigates about their major investigation airing tonight (Mon) and tomorrow night (Tue) at 9.35pm on RTÉ One and you can also catch it on the RTÉ Player.

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People With Psychiatric Issues Don't Need Prison

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 09:42:20 GMT

As the issue of psychiatric patients ending up in prison is highlighted, we look back to part of an interview between Paul Byrne and Ger, a lifelong Prison Officer

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Revised Plan For Massive Penneys On Patrick St

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 09:39:02 GMT

PJ talks to John O'Shea of the Echo who has all the details of the revised plan for Penneys on Patrick St

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2026-02-06 Will I Be Homeless After A Housefire? Dr Niamh Helps Keep Kids Healthy, 6 Year Old Iollan Excited To Be A Mascot & More...

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to John and Pauline left devastated by a house fire, gets good advice from Cork's favorite pediatrician Dr Niamh Lynch, chats with 6 year old Celtic FC mascot superfan Iollan. And more...

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Why Legally Blonde At Aghada?

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:21:55 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Sinead about their theatrical transformation

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A New Cork Comedy Night

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:18:15 GMT

Rory Connolly, comedian, on Cork’s newest comedy club The Laugh Lodge

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Douglas Girl Solène Has The Formula With "Punch Line"

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:09:59 GMT

Paul talks to Solène about her success with "Punch Line" See also here

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It's Superbowl Sunday - Celebrate With Cork Admirals

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:02:45 GMT

Paul Byrne and Charles Washington look forward to Super Bowl 60 New England Patriots v Seattle Seahawks See also here

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Cobh Preps For A Busy Liner Season And A Titanic Convention

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 12:45:55 GMT

Paul chats to John Gately from The Commodore about what is ahead as tourism season kicks in

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Only Superfans Get To Be Mascots And Ballycotton's 6 Year Old Iollan Is A Celtic FC Superfan!

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 12:42:44 GMT

Paul talks to Iollan about how he earned his place as a mascot at the Celtic v Dundee Utd game and to his dad Neil who is as proud as punch.

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Trevor Welch from Premier League Live and The Score Talks To Soccer Captains Carla Ward & Heimir Hallgrímsson

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 11:53:18 GMT

Trevor tells Paul he met the managers at Midleton FC

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Should I Worry? Dr Niamh Has The Answer

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 11:37:31 GMT

Cork's most popular pediatrician, Dr Niamh Lynch, chats to Paul about finding good medical advice when your child is poorly. "Should I Worry" by Niamh Lynch available now.

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Driving 100 Miles To Help Patients In Cork

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 11:31:51 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Alicia whose husband has to travel 100 miles to save lives as a paramedic

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We're Facing Homelessness After A Fire!

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 11:28:34 GMT

Paul Byrne speaks to John and Pauline Healy who face devastation after their house and all their possessions were wiped out by a fire.

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2026-02-05 Tiny Evie-Mae's Fight In Gt Ormond St, Scrambler Bike Laws, Massage Baby For Peaceful Nights & More...

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 15:18:51 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Jonathan about little Evie-Mae's fight for life in Great Ormond St, hears from Jerry Buttimer on the new scrambler bike laws, learns how massaging baby makes for happy, peaceful nights. And more...

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Chinese New Year Cork Celebration On Sun Feb 8th

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 13:41:16 GMT

It's the Year Of The Horse on Tue Feb 17th and the Cork celebration of the New Year Festival is in City Hall a bit before on Sun Feb 8th. Paul Byrne finds out more about China's celebration from May O’Donovan from SensAsian Food in Ballincollig and Lila Chenyao. See also here Cork Chinese New Year

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Please Help Me Find My Late Daughter's Things Left By Accident In Douglas Village Book Exchange

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Did you come across documents about Alexis Schlesinger or Alexis Richards? They belong to mum Tessa Schlesinger who recycled them by accident in grief at the Douglas Book Exchange she tells Paul Byrne

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Massage Makes For Peaceful Nights & Happy Baby

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 13:29:22 GMT

Paul finds out more about why parents are turning to baby massage Rachel from Babychi Infant Massage

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Traffic Crisis In Lehenaghmore Hill

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 13:24:59 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Claire who is worried that the Council needs a better plan for traffic during construction in the area and to Cllr Albert Deasy who has taken a close interest in the problem

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Is It Fair To Charge Blue Badge Holders For Private Car Parks

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:49:58 GMT

Many private car parks do not charge people living with a disability for accessible spaces if they have a blue badge Louise tells Paul but recently she got an unwelcome surprise.

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Scramblers - Jerry Buttimer On New Laws And His Opinion The Government Failed Grace Lynch

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:47:41 GMT

Paul Byrne speaks to Minister of State at the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht Jerry Buttimer about welcome new laws but asks did they come too late?

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What Women Survivors Of Domestic Abuse Showed Me

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:43:43 GMT

Amy helped organize the Women In Law Forum and tells Paul Byrne she learned so much

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Help Edel House Help Women By Voting In PTSB Competition For Funds

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:40:32 GMT

Claire Harrington from Edel House tells Paul Byrne that a grant from the PTSB comp could mean so much to vulnerable women but they need votes! See ptsb.ie/Community

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Getting A Visa For The USA? There's An App For That!

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:34:43 GMT

Paul Byrne and Eoghan Corry from travelextra.ie look at the new tight travel restrictions to the USA

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Corks Hair Businesses Feel The Pressure But Come Out Fighting

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:33:35 GMT

Paul talks to Michelle Cummins of Heygurl Salon and Michelle from Debbies in Mallow about the soaring costs hitting their trade but find both are fighting back from the customers with deals to keep you looking good.

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Brave Evie-Mae Needs Help - We Know Cork Won't Let Her Down

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:30:14 GMT

Paul Byrne catches up Jonathan about his daughter tiny Evie-Mae who is fighting and fighting in Great Ormond Street. Help Evie-Mae here

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2026-02-04 A Vision For Cork, Miles4Memory, How To Buy A House & More...

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Paul Byrne hears Kevin Collins vision for a Cork we deserve, talks to three lads who are doing something big to help young onset dementia, learns the hacks that make the property market work for you. And more...

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How To Buy A House In This Market

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:43:46 GMT

Paul talks to auctioneer Johanna Murphy who says getting off rent and onto the property ladder is vital to your success and explains how the people who manage to do it know a few things that others miss. Johanna mentions "Keys to Your Future" at the Commodore Hotel which is on Tue Feb 24th 6.00 PM

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Almost Half Of Home Buyers Have Given Up

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:50:35 GMT

Paul Byrne hears from Joanne Geary MD of MyHome.ie who has some fascinating stats on what homebuyers are thinking at the moment.

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Miles 4 Memory 450km of Grit and Grief For Young Dementia

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:33:59 GMT

Paul Byrne meets Shane, Cian and Cian the friends running 450km non-stop across Ireland to fund better facilities for dementia patients. See their Instagram @milesformemory1

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A New Kinahan Must-Listen Podcast From Stephen Breen And The Irish Sun

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:02:26 GMT

Paul Byrne gets the lowdown on Kinahan's Downfall from Irish Sun Crime Editor Stephen Breen. See also here

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Clever Combat That Dances From Brazil

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:54:01 GMT

Paul Byrne chats to Paulo from Capoeira Cork a martial art developed in slavery times that disguises itself as dance

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Be Poison Aware As Doggies Lady & Earl Have A Lucky Escape Thanks To Sunbeam Vets

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:38:10 GMT

Paul catches up with Ruth from Sunbeam who tells him how they treated two beautiful dogs who were poisoned recently and what to look out for when walking your pooch

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Let's Have A World Class City

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:35:25 GMT

Paul talks to Kevin Collins who created several excellent videos about Cork about his most recent YouTube video The Provincial City

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Active Travel Cycle Lanes Controversy

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:14:51 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Cllr Tony Fitzgerald and local resident Michelle about proposals that work waits while negotiations continue and why councillors voted for it in the first place.

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2026-02-03 A Turning Point In Saving Farranree's Trees? Horses Help Helen Help Kids, Brilliant Model Of Corks Northside & More...

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:39:26 GMT

Paul Byrne hears campaigners are hopeful the campaign to save roadside trees in Farranree might be successful, talks to Helen who uses horses to help kids with special needs, chats with the lads who built the model of Corks Northside on display in Hollyhill Library that everyone is talking about. And more...

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Small Scale, Big Spirit The Holly Hill Express Is A Mens Shed Masterpiece

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:56:54 GMT

Paul, Robert, and Joe talk to Paul about the project to build a model of Cork's Northside which can be seen in Hollyhill Library

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History In The Making - A Massive Concert To Celebrate 50 Years of Hot Press Ireland's Music Mag

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:53:18 GMT

Paul hears from Stuart Clark of Hot Press about how Van Morrison, The Boomtown Rats, The Frames, Dermot Kennedy, The Cranberries, Imelda May, Picture This, Gavin James and even Michael D Higgins came together to make the mag's 50th extra special on Fri Feb 6th. See more here

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Jasmin Tells Paul Of Her Fears For Her Family In Iran

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:47:20 GMT

As tens of thousands of people are killed in the unrest in Iran, it's a worrying time for Jasmin who has family there, Paul hears

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Neven Maguire Drives A 48 Tonne Train But It's All About Food!

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:44:28 GMT

Paul talks to Neven who drives a 48 tonne train and drops in on a shop that makes 75,000 pies a year in "Neven Maguire's English Food Tour" See here on RTE Player or RTE One Wednesdays at 8.30pm

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The 68th Grammys - A Rebel Review With Órla

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:20:32 GMT

Paul chats with Órla O'Donovan about the Grammys where the music was pumping and the political temperature was soaring too over the current ICE operations

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Horses Help Helen Help Kids At Liskennet

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:15:58 GMT

Paul talks to Helen, manager at Liskennet Farm, who harnesses the unique qualities of horses to help kids with special needs and he also talks to Michael Hegarty, CEO St. Joseph's Foundation, who run the farm and are opening a new centre in Charleville this year

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Bars Like The Harp Are The Lifeblood Of Communities - We Need A Break!

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:59:58 GMT

Paul talks to Áine from The Harp Bar who says business and government need to help out bars before we lose a unique part of our culture. Mentioned in this call: The Lipsync Battle 2026 in aid of Cork City Missing Persons Search & Recovery (missing.ie) EUR5 a ticket + Special Guest Andrew Harte from 8 till late with DJ Deano The Harp Bar 28.2.26

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One Brewery Is Keeping Prices Down And It's Right Here In Cork!

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:52:54 GMT

Paul talks to Pat Falvey of Blarney Brewing Company who is moving heaven and earth to keep prices down as the global giants keep pushing up their prices

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Jo Survived A Car-Park Ambush

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:23:21 GMT

Jo joins Paul to recount the terrifying moment a stranger followed her to her car and tried to get in and why constant vigilance pays in public places

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Farranree Tree Campaigners See Support Rising

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:18:54 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Kenneth O'Flynn TD who has asked City Council to re-examine how the Active Travel plan is implemented in the hope trees in Farranree might be saved. He also talks to Laura who chaired a meeting last night and to Margaret who has been very active in getting support for the campaign to save the trees

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Fewer Checkpoints As Drug Driving Soars

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:14:31 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Cynthia Ní Mhurchú MEP about the obvious need to have checkpoints to crack down on the rising level of people driving after taking drugs

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2026-01-30 Let's Make Sure Every Kid Can Play, Cork's Submarine Man, Our Film Award Hopefuls & More...

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:49:48 GMT

Paul Byrne hears a mum's call for for fair playgrounds, talks to the Corkman with a submarine, chats with Brendan Canty & Jamie The King Forde as we hope for their film "Christy" to get an award. And more...

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We Made Supermarket Ready Meals Before Supermarkets Did! Saluting The Granary In Midleton

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:19:04 GMT

Paul talks to Jack O’Sullivan about the Granary which helped kickstart the foodie culture in Midleton

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Top Tips To Kit Out For First Holy Communion

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:13:57 GMT

Paul gets all the tips and hacks to make splash on Holy Communion Day without breaking the bank from Claire Dilworth of Cinderella's Closet and Dave O'Connor of suits.ie

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Jamie The King & Brendan Canty Our Cork IFTA Hopes

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:10:41 GMT

Paul talks to Brendan and Jamie as the film "Christy", set in Cork's Northside goes from strength to strength

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Cork Brick Show For Lego Enthusiasts This Weekend

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:07:43 GMT

Top Lego enthusiast Gary Kirwan talks Lego love and this Sunday's Cork Brick show event in the Radisson to Paul Byrne

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John's Office Is 1000 Ft Undersea After He Bought A Sub!

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:05:17 GMT

Paul talks to John Kearney who uses a submarine to find out our maritime history and help others discover it

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Ground Breaking Research On Whether Pupils Binge Online To Make Up For School Phone Pouches

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:02:30 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Shaun Holly, STEM Coordinator Kinsale Community School, and students Ella & Grace on their Young Scientist project tracking if pupils binge-consumed online content at home to make up for pouches introduction

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Margarets Plan For Inclusive Play Areas In West Cork

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:57:51 GMT

Margaret tells Paul Byrne that some kids need to run or have other play to calm down after school because they are neurodiverse. She wants to see West Cork have a great play area and explains her plans

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Cork People Speak Out On Congestion Charge

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:54:33 GMT

As Cork climbs the league of congested cities, there has been talk of a congestion charge to use the city centre. Paul Byrne heard what people had to say when Damien Sreenan from the 96FM Newsdesk took to the streets

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Bands Can't Load Gear Into City Centre Bars & Clubs

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:51:09 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Eoin from The Buachaills band about the loading and parking rules that make life hell for entertainers

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2026-01-29 Why Don't They Give Us The Flood Forecasts They Made? The Pressure To Tip, Beatlemania hits Kinsale & More...

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:07:39 GMT

Paul Byrne looks into why Flood Forecasts are not made public, asks if you feel pressurized to tip, hears Kinsale will be Fab Four crazy this weekend. And more...

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Coláiste Éamann Rís Class Back From Snowbound NY - Paul Byrne Talks To Them In Studio

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:19:07 GMT

Paul talks to Danny and Amelia and their teacher Brian Kenny

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Beatlemania In Kinsale

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:47:49 GMT

Paul talks to Patrick Ryan organizer of the Kinsale Beatles Festival which happens this weekend. See also kinsalebeatlesfest.com

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Is It On? John Bishop Movie Hits Cinemas Friday

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:38:06 GMT

Paul hears from Crossy who spoke to John Bishop ahead of the release

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Why So Long To Sort Out Ballincollig Playground?

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:23:17 GMT

Paul talks to Cllr Colm Kelleher about the long wait to get repairs done

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Mary Went On Hunger Strike For Industrial School Justice - It Never Came

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:20:20 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Mary who went on hunger strike and says the government press statement about help for survivors is a poor show

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Would A Congestion Charge Help Cork's Traffic?

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:10:32 GMT

Paul talks to Dan Boyle about the pros and cons of charging to enter the city which is mentioned in CMATS 2040 the govt transport plan for Cork

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A Blue Wall Of Silence - Margaret Loftus On Her Domestic Violence Story

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:55:56 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Margaret about her lengthy battle to see justice was done

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Con's Shop Sold 500k EuroMillions Ticket

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:53:06 GMT

Paul talks to Con's daughter Deborah as the legendary Gurranabraher store celebrates a lucky shopper

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Why Is There So Much Pressure To Tip?

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:51:20 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to foodie Elke O'Mahony about the pressure to tip on electronic payment terminals

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Flooding Forecasts Are Not Made Public - Why?

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:49:11 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Alan O'Reilly from Carlow Weather as public frustration about flooding forecasts grows

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2026-01-28 Action On Scramblers & e-Scooters, Getting A Grant Got Me A House, From Fireman To Stuntman & More...

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:00:00 GMT

PJ hears calls for action on dangerous users of scramblers and e-scooters, learns how a grant gave the vital boost to the first rung of the property ladder, chats with Joe who became a film stuntman. And more...

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Full House, Clear Head Is Sober Bingo Your New Night Out?

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 12:38:42 GMT

PJ dives into the high-energy world of sober boogie bingo where the music is loud and the memories are actually clear with Yvonne who says forget the quiet hushes and stale halls.

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A Glengarriff Weekend To Sort Your Love Life?

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 12:36:18 GMT

Being single in your 30s or 40s shouldn't mean a lifetime of Netflix and the dog—Aiveen tells PJ how a tiny 14-person retreat is creating a safe, ick-free zone for adults to actually meet.

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Joes First Act Was A Fireman Then He Pivoted To An Even More Thrilling Second Act

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 11:55:46 GMT

After serving as a fireman Joe found his lifelong hobby of collecting interesting vehicles led to his second act, working as a film stuntman on "Jimmy"

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Sign Up For The Cork Dragon Boat Race!

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 11:06:46 GMT

PJ talks to Casey Walsh about the Dragon race, where companies compete against each other in long boats on the Lee rowing to the beat of a drum See also here

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Sarah Horgan Tells PJ About The Cobh Artisan Cottage She Renovated With A Grant

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:57:10 GMT

Sarah tells PJ she was on the verge of getting a house in Limerick until the grant made the maths add up to live in Cobh

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70k Grant To Turn A Vacant House Into Your Forever Home

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:54:06 GMT

PJ talks to Seamus McGrath TD about the scheme which saw almost 1,500 people get up to €70k last year

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Phone Pouches A Winner Says Coláíste Chríost Rí Principal

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:40:58 GMT

PJ talks to Principal Pádraig Mac an Rí about how the pouches are working out and how students are reacting

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Big Switch For Renters

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:12:04 GMT

Estate agent Shane Russell breaks down the big changes coming for renters and landlords from March 1st to PJ

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Formula Shortage - Is It Safe To Change Brand?

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:58:33 GMT

PJ talks to mylactationconsultant.ie Orla Dorgan who has some tips for mums who find they have to change feed because of the current shortages

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10 Mins Added To State Exams For Students With Dyslexia - But Is That Enough?

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:56:32 GMT

PJ talks to Andrea whose lad lives with dyslexia, she says the change is welcome but more could have been done

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Time To Tighten Up On eScooter & Scrambler Users

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:45:28 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Joe Lynch who wants existing laws on vehicle use enforced immediately to cope with problem users

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2026-01-27 Duvet Days For Kids, Spread A Little Love To Shop Workers,

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:14:41 GMT

PJ asks if the odd duvet day is good for a kid's mental health, hears about Kindness Week for hard-pressed shopworkers facing aggression, learns that Work From Home job openings are not as common as they were. And more...

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Kevin Plans On Making A "Communist Movie" But It's Not Quite What You Might Think

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 14:05:38 GMT

Kevin tells PJ he plans on financing a movie of his book "Mickey Collins" in a unique way. For more see kevinforde.com

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100 Years Of Radio - Broadcast To Podcast

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 14:01:33 GMT

Dr Finola Doyle O’Neill tells PJ about the 2 day event she is organizing "Broadcast To Podcast" to look at the future of radio as it celebrates 100 years in Ireland. To attend see here

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AI Means Less Job Opps For Candidates - What Can You Do To Fight Back?

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 13:57:19 GMT

PJ talks to Caroline Reidy of the HR Suite who says there are changes happening and you need to prepare for them

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Pharmacists Can Now Help Out With More

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 12:11:47 GMT

Chemists can now help out with some conditions and soon will be able to do more. It's called the Common Conditions Service and PJ learns more from Dermot Twomey of Cloyne CarePlus Pharmacy

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Tax Refunds - Where's The Low Hanging Fruit For Some January Cashback?

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 12:06:17 GMT

PJ and Brian Forde, Head of Financial Planning at Rockwell Financial, swop tips to get a few Euro

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Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire TD On Why We Need Staff For The CUH Cold Cap Machine

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 12:02:44 GMT

PJ talks to Donnchadh who raised in the Dáil the urgent need to staff the idle machine that could be helping patients

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CUH Has A Cold Cap Machine - What Can It Do?

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:57:34 GMT

PJ talks to Linda Goggin James from Iris House about what types of patients benefit from a cold cap machine while getting treatment for cancer

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School Secretaries Need Better Security As Cork Southside Attack Shows Dangers They Face

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:16:28 GMT

PJ talks to Noreen O'Callaghan from Forsa who says CCTV, intercom locks and more must be put in place

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Sean Tells PJ That Abuse For Shop Workers Must Stop

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:13:11 GMT

PJ hears from Sean Walsh of Maxol Clonakilty about the aggression that workers can face and how we all should support Kindness Week See also here

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Are Duvet Days Good For Kids Mental Health

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:08:29 GMT

PJ talks to Niamh O'Reilly who wrote in the Indo recently about an unintentional duvet day for her lad which made her think about how it can help kids to take the odd day off

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Storm Chandra Update

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:01:19 GMT

PJ hears from Cathal Nolan of Ireland's Weather Channel that it is likely the storm will hook back into Cork and cause more trouble later in the day

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2026-01-26 Cork Needs An Event Centre, Where Is It? NY Snow Hits School Trip, Setting Aside LGBT Convictions & More...

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 15:06:00 GMT

Has the first act to play the event center been born yet a listener asks PJ who also hears from Brian Kenny of Coláiste Éamann Rís about the New York snowstorm and learns of moves to set aside historic convictions of LGBT people. And more...

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What Has Storm Chandra In Store For Us?

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:57:10 GMT

PJ catches up with the news on Storm Chandra from Cathal Nolan of Ireland's Weather Channel

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Darcy Showed Cork Is Ready To Name A Bridge After Don O'Leary

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:56:04 GMT

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Beloved Creator Of Popes Quay Stone Chessboards Backs Campaign For Don O'Leary Bridge

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:51:03 GMT

PJ talks to Tommy Lysaght who saw at first hand Don O'Leary's grit and determination both with helping kids and preserving Cork's stonework history. Submissions on naming the Proby's Quay Bridge can be made until 4pm today (Mon Jan 26th) on consult.corkcity.ie

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Run The Night For Little Blue Heroes

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:05:54 GMT

Run The Night is at 8:30 PM Wed Feb 11th, at the Marina Market. PJ finds out from Oliver Kirwan what will happen, learns it's best to get there an hour early. See also runthenight.ie

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Future Of Cork Pride & A Look At Moves To Set Aside Historic LGBT Convictions

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:02:36 GMT

PJ talks to Mia Poland from Pride Vibes who tells us about what will happen in Pride month this year and also moves to right a wrong with LGBT convictions

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Shortage Of SMA Baby Food, Plan Ahead!

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:40:07 GMT

Sarah tells PJ it's hard to get SMA at the moment so if you are running low, don't leave it to the last minute to buy!

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A Little Bit Of Help For Parents With The Mock Exams

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:34:33 GMT

PJ gets tips from Dan Sheedy Principal of thetuitioncentre.ie

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Not Just A Boys' Club Cork’s Young Women Leading In Science & Maths

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:25:26 GMT

PJ hears the future of innovation is in safe hands with educators Matilda Minussi and Naoimh O’Riordan, who share how students in Coláiste Muire, Crosshaven and Scoil Mhuire Cork Junior School in Cork City are mastering everything from VEX robotics to AI.

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Susan From Corks Saucy Pups Goes From Lockdown Sketchbook to New York Dreams

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:24:09 GMT

PJ chats with Susan MacKay about how her vibrant illustrations of Cork landmarks evolved from a pandemic hobby into a national brand featured at Showcase Ireland.

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Can Community Wardens Investigate Dumping - It's Not Clear!

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:28:44 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Audrey Buckley who says that Community Wardens could really help in the fight against dumping but no one is sure if it is allowed!

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NYC Snow In For Coláiste Éamann Rís Group

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:15:55 GMT

Alan Grant talks to geography teacher Brian Kenny who unexpectedly got to give his group firsthand experience of a touch New York blizzard

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Mallow Is Missing Out As Swimming Pool Repairs Drag On

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:10:09 GMT

PJ hears from Katie O'Keefe from the 96FM Newsroom who has been speaking with those affected by the wait

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So What Really Is Going On With The Event Centre

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 09:58:00 GMT

PJ talks to Independent Cllr Kieran McCarthy who says that with the retendering for the project he has his doubts it will end up in the current site as it has to be evaluated from scratch again.

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2026-01-23 CUH Car Parking, The Savoy Is Back, Northside Rallies To Save Trees & More...

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 14:27:33 GMT

PJ hears about the immense queues to get parking at the CUH, discovers what is planned for The Savoy nightclub reopening Feb 14th, listens to Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne's report on a meeting rallying support to save trees. And more...

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The Savoy Nightclub - It's Back!

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:01:46 GMT

PJ discovers what's planned in The Savoy when it's relaunched on Feb 14th from Joe Kelly of The Good Room

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Proud Irish American Patrick Says He Would Prefer If Taoiseach Didn't Visit White House For Patricks Day

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:56:43 GMT

Patrick tells PJ that the Ireland-America bond is strong but he would really prefer that Micheál Martin did not visit this Patricks Day

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Screen Corks Sinead O'Riordan On Selling Cork And IFTA Success

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:55:00 GMT

PJ talks to Sinead who is thrilled with how the IFTAs highlight talent and talks about her work developing Corks screen industry

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A Film About Being Executed By AI - Crossy Talks "Mercy" To PJ

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:55:00 GMT

Crossy from The Buzz has been talking to Chris Pratt who plays a detective with just 90 minutes before execution to prove to an AI judge that he is innocent and PJ hears from him that's a unique movie

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Beef Farmers Deserve More Support Than This!

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:28:07 GMT

PJ speaks to the IFA's Nigel Sweetnam about their worries of the effect of the Bord Bia controversy and the Mercosur treaty

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Northside Says No To Tree Felling

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:25:30 GMT

PJ speaks to Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne who spoke to northside residents as they met last night to harden resistance to the felling of mature trees to make way for a cycle lane and also talks to Mossy who strongly opposes the plan.

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Traitors Final Tonight Plus Irish Interest In The Awards Ceremonies

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:23:01 GMT

PJ chats to Orla O'Donovan about tonights Traitors final and they look at so much Irish talent up for the awards season like CMAT and Jessie Buckley

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MTU Students Sleeping In Hostels And Studying From Home Because Of Housing Crisis

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:17:47 GMT

PJ hears of the horrific choices facing students who want to get their degree from MTU-Cork SU President Richard Noonan

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Still No Tap To Pay On Cork Busses And We'll Be Kept Waiting!

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:16:03 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Peter Horgan who is chair of the City Council Transport Committee and thinks our public transport needs to be made modern and convenient to use to help fight the battle with traffic.

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CUH Parking Is A Nightmare!

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:13:29 GMT

PJ talks to Averil who helps her mum who is getting treatment in CUH but finds parking impossible and also talks to Marie who is frustrated with parking as well.

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2026-01-22 Will CCTV Really Fight Dumping? Fireman Alex Takes On The Arctic, Asian Food Secrets & More...

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:00:00 GMT

PJ looks at why CCTV might help fight dumping or might be plagued with problems, talks to Cork City Fire Brigade's Alex who is pulling a sled 300 miles in the Arctic, learns some of the restaurant and street food secrets that make Asian food so yum. And more...

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The Secret of Wok Chi - Get Asian Cooking!

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:51:43 GMT

PJ talks to May O'Donovan about the hidden science behind that authentic Asian restaurant smell and how to recreate it in a standard Irish kitchen. Classes available here

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In Midleton Homes Without Flood Insurance Life Has Become A Military Operation

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:51:16 GMT

PJ talks to Caroline Leahy as flood defences for the town are pushed out further into the future.

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Alex O'Shea From The Fire Station To The Frozen Tundra

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:36:24 GMT

A father of four and a serving fireman, Alex O’Shea discusses with PJ making the "extreme" feel normal and representing Cork on the world’s most dangerous race tracks, The 2026 Arctic Spine Challenge. See also @therunningfireman

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Olivia Went To Activist Bootcamp To Help Spread The Word About Sexual Wellbeing After Cancer

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:32:52 GMT

PJ talks to Olivia Teahan about what happens in an activist bootcamp where people develop their campaigning skills.

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Our Dog Samson Can Lift Our Little Lad River Out Of The Wheelchair To Help Him

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:28:12 GMT

PJ talks to Susan about the great work Dogs For The Disabled do training dog like Samson who helps her lad and he also talks to Jennifer Dowler who runs the group See also here

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How Do I Fix My Sleep Deficit?

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:09:38 GMT

Does a sleep-in on Saturday cover all those week day late nights PJ asks Lucy Wolfe of sleepmatters.ie He also also finds about naps and even vitamins!

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A Vote of No Confidence: Hauliers Say Road Safety Authority Must Go

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:31:47 GMT

Irish Road Haulage Association President Ger Highland explains to PJ why he is urging every councillor in Ireland to formally reject the Road Safety Authority.

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Closing Loophole's In Jenny's Law - The Domestic Violence Register

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:25:58 GMT

Jason Poole tells PJ he's fighting to close loopholes in the law named after his sister Jennifer

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Hoodies and GDPR The Battle to Make CCTV Work Against Dumping

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:23:38 GMT

As Cork City Council opens a new consultation on surveillance, we explore why cameras often fail to catch the "smart" fly-tippers with Cllr Aileen Browne who has put in a lot of work trying to tweak the system in Cork County Council

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Is CCTV Enough to Stop the Dumpers?

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:21:16 GMT

PJ talks to Chris Moody who fights hard to keep Blackpool and the Glen clean for people and wildlife look at City Council plans to use CCTV to catch people who dump rubbish. City Council is seeking consultations from the public about using CCTV to catch flytipping in Orchard Court and on Spring Lane email waste_enforcement@corkcity.ie Deadline Jan 30th Also, Chris mentioned the EPA app See It Say It available for Apple here and Android here

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2026-01-21 Should Taoiseach Visit A Trump White House? Many People Want A Don O'Leary Bridge, Deerpark Ghost Is Harmless & More...

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 14:55:43 GMT

PJ asks if the Taoiseach should visit the Trump White House on Patrick's Day, hears from so many people who want a bridge named after the late Don O'Leay of The Life Centre, talks to a man who says that the ghost in Coláiste Eamann Rís Deerpark campus is harmless and he chats to him. And more...

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The Beckhams Go Nuclear

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 13:14:36 GMT

PJ chats about the latest problems in the Beckham household with Max Kane of The Buzz

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More Than Just Wood - Precious Memories Of My Aunt Stolen

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 13:09:00 GMT

PJ hears when a thief targeted MacCurtain Wine Cellar, they didn't just take decor—they took a irreplaceable link to Sean’s late aunt and he'd love to have it back, no questions asked!

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Eamonn Is Walking Barefoot...Through Europe!

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 13:01:23 GMT

Eamonn Keaveney is walking barefoot through Europe and has reached Cork and our friend Ciara O’Brien at the lovely Barnahown B&B. PJ finds out why on earth he's doing it and what it's like! See also @barefootacrosseurope

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I Met The Harmless Ghost Of Coláiste Eamann Rís Deerpark

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:54:00 GMT

After hearing from the Cork Supernatural Society and their investigation of the school, PJ hears from Maurice who met the ghost there and says it's harmless

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New Douglas Community First Responders Helping With Almost An Emergency A Day

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:37:29 GMT

PJ hears about the great work being done by volunteers from Edward Walsh, Head of Operations at CRITICAL & Keith Cruise volunteer with CRITICAL Douglas CFR. To learn more about how you can help see criticalcharity.ie

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Don O'Leary Bridge Idea Gets Massive Support From Callers

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:56:14 GMT

PJ talks to people whose lives were changed by Don and think naming the Proby's Quay bridge after him would be so meaningful. See also here

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What Happened When Cork Supernatural Society Went To Coláiste Eamann Rís Deerpark On Saturday

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:21:41 GMT

PJ talks to Matthew Clarke about what they found and they talk about the history of the area as well

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Should Micheál Martin Visit Trump's White House?

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:19:37 GMT

This year could visiting the US President be seen as an endorsement of President Trump's policies in areas like Greenland? Emma DeSouza tells PJ that it's not a good idea to go

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Guards Ask For More Lighting In Carrigaline Park

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:18:34 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Jack White who welcomes any move to encourage people to be more active.

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Business In Douglas St Grinds To A Halt Due To Sewage Flooding

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:02:19 GMT

PJ hears more from Justine who runs Cork Flower Studio

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2026-01-20 Faranree Jumps To The Defence Of Trees, We Love Horror Films But Why, Ketamine Floods Cork With Danger & More...

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 15:33:28 GMT

PJ Coogan hears how Farranree residents defended the trees they grew up with, chatted about the best horror films and why we terrify ourselves watching them, learns who Ketamine is flooding Cork and destroys people who use it. And more...

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4th Annual Lá Fhéile Bríde Festival On Popes Quay Feb 1st

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:55:59 GMT

PJ gets all the details of a fab festival celebrating Spring, the coming of bright days, Irish culture and the culture of those who have moved here from Liam Mullaney of the Myo Café

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What Makes A Great Horror Movie & Why Do We Like Being Scared?

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:54:00 GMT

PJ chats about great horror movies to psychologist Katie Evans who also looks at why we like being scared. Katie will be in Cyprus Avenue this Sun Jan 25th see more here

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What Are Cork's Fashion Trends For Spring/Summer 2026?

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:53:09 GMT

PJ catches up on the latest trends from Sheena from Sheena's Boutique and Nigel O'Sullivan from Louis Copeland

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Information On AI Deep Fakes From UCC

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:51:11 GMT

PJ talks to UCC's John Twomey who is leading the infowar against AI Deepfakes because laws alone will never be enough to tackle this new hazard. You can find their free 10-minute guide at UCC.ie/deepfakes

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St Paul's Special School Is Where Magic Happens - Support Them On Their 60th Birthday

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:31:36 GMT

PJ talks to Ger who calls on people to give St Paul's a special birthday present by going to their Valentine's Ball or helping with sponsorship. See here St Pauls Special Needs School

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As Ketamine Use Soars PJ Asks Do People Know About Ketamine Bladder?

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:29:12 GMT

PJ talks to addiction counsellor Michael Guerin and drug awareness activist Bernard O'Hehir about the risks many on the drugs are not even aware of that have tragic and embarrassing consequences

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Farranree Residents Protest As Crews Move In To Cut Down Trees

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:20:24 GMT

PJ hears from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne live on location as shocked residents protested the removal of trees from Knockpogue Ave and Knockfree Ave

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What Are The Hot Areas For Property In Cork?

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 11:18:45 GMT

Sorcha Corcoran, editor of the Sunday Times Nationwide Property Price Guide, tells PJ where the hotspots are, what kind of houses buyers like and more. See also thesundaytimes.com/Ireland

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30kph Speed Limits - A Victory For Residents

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 11:13:46 GMT

PJ talks to Ciara from the Ballyhooly Rd who has been campaigning for drivers to slow down for the sake of kids and elderly and asks her if the city council's move to consult areas about cutting speed limits to 30 kilometres per hour is the victory she has been waiting for

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Fab Pictures Of Northern Lights Over Cork Last Night - Did You See Them?

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 09:30:35 GMT

PJ talks to Space Journalist Leo Enright about the Northern Lights and whether more are on the way and to Sharon who captured stunning photos in Glanmire about the technique she used.

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2026-01-19 Save our trees from cycle path destruction, traffic mismanagement awards, writing thrillers with Cork grit & More...

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 14:30:08 GMT

Paul Byrne hears about the Knockpogue& Knockfree Ave cycle lane protest, discusses Joe Mason's '2025 Traffic Mismanagement Awards,' learns how to write crime fiction. And more...

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Scones for the Unsung Heroes: Fuel for Tidy Towns

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 13:03:42 GMT

Paul Byrne chats to Armands Ceimers from The Mulligan Room in Macroom, who shares how he’s backing local Tidy Towns volunteers with fresh baking all year round, and shining a light on the work that keeps towns welcoming for business and tourism

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The Smartest Workout You’re Not Doing: Yoga for Real Life

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 12:49:09 GMT

Paul Byrne chats to Ian Revins on why yoga is a game-changer for both body and mind right now, and why yoga works even if you’re not ‘flexible’.

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Winter Tunes at The White Horse: Ballincollig’s Cosy Music Weekend

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 11:59:44 GMT

Paul Byrne chats with Joe Carey who previews the 16th Ballincollig Winter Music Festival and what’s in store this year.

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Leeside Noir: Writing Thrillers with Cork Grit

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 11:42:48 GMT

Paul Byrne chats to writer Kevin Doyle who reveals how Cork’s streets, voices, and edge shape his brand of thriller writing.

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Lonely No More: The Social Group

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 11:29:05 GMT

Paul Byrne chats to Lisa Lingane who explains how simple get-togethers are making a big difference to loneliness.

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Quirky, Candid, Unfiltered: Through Niamh’s Lens

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 11:02:53 GMT

Paul Byrne chats to Niamh Barry about her gift for documenting life as it is, and what makes a great photograph.

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Blue Monday Survival Guide: Dry January Edition

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 10:34:21 GMT

Paul Byrne chats with Drinkaware’s Dearbhla O’Brien who gives simple strategies for staying alcohol-free through January’s hard stretch.

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Felling Trees To Make Cycle Lanes? Not In Our Name Say Knockpogue/Knocfree Residents

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 10:14:00 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Deirdre and Rachel who are protesting as Council crews move into fell beloved trees. He also talks to Cllr Tony Fitzgerald on the issue

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Gridlock Giggles: Joe Mason’s Traffic Mismanagement Awards

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 10:07:34 GMT

Paul Byrne chats to Joe Mason who provides a painfully funny look at how traffic went from bad to absurd, with Joe’s top ‘winners’.

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2026-01-16 Cops On The Beat Revive City, Ideas To Make Roads Safer, Meeting The French First Lady On A School Tour & More...

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:13:50 GMT

Paul Byrne hears about the boost to trade and mood from High Visibility Policing, learns laws proven to work in the UK and Australia to make roads safer, hears how a group of schoolgirls stopped Brigitte Macron for a photo and she obliged. And more...

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Catriona Twomey - Back On The Mend

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:20:57 GMT

Paul catches up with Catriona Twomey beloved for her work in Cork with those needing food and shelter after her recent mini-stroke

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A Life In Security - Jess O'Sullivan

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:18:09 GMT

Paul Byrne finds out what it's like to have lived a life in the security industry from Jess O'Sullivan from AOS Security

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Scooter & Scrambler Hooligans Makes Castlepark A Misery

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:58:23 GMT

Paul reads a message from a listener about feral behavior in Castlepark in Ballincollig by thugs often not even from the estate and puts the points to Cllr Joe Lynch

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A Lido For Cork - Our Kids Are Missing A Critical Life Skill

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:51:15 GMT

Niall tells Paul Byrne with such limited swimming facilities our kids are losing out, especially in a maritime county

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Pilates For January - Even Healthier Than You Think!

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:47:41 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to maxphysio.ie Lowry O'Mahony who says Pilates now will keep you fit enough to avoid some nasty problems in your 50s

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Favorite Gadgets From The Consumer Electronics Show

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:34:57 GMT

96FM presenter Rob O'Neill has a passion for gadgets and he shares some of his favorites from the recent CES. Hear Rob every Saturday at 2pm on 96FM

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New Year No Injuries! Tips If You Are Taking Up Fitness

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:32:02 GMT

Paul Byrne gets some tips to make sure you stay healthy as you get healthy from Mr Mr. James Hepburn, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at the Mater Private Network

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Simple Changes To Laws To Save Lives On Our Roads

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:03:23 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Dr Eoin Fogarty of the CUH who sees the carnage on our roads first hand and wants proven ideas from the UK and Australia implemented here

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Glanmire Girls Meet French First Lady On School Tour

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:57:20 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to David Leahy Glanmire Community College Teacher and students Keely, Ava Kate who met Brigitte Macron during their school tour

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A Bland Life But A Brave Life - Eadain On Her 5 Ingredient Life

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:37:55 GMT

Eadain Hegarty tells Paul about living life to the full even when she can only eat food made from five ingredients because of her health conditions

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City Atmosphere So Much Better With High Visibility Patrols

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:43:59 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Dermot O’Sullivan of Greenwich Café and Audrey Caplis of Azure Jewellery George’s Quay on improvements to city centre mood since the increased policing started in November

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2025-12-15 Did Grok Change Enough? Fighting SNA Cuts, A Corner Of Liverpool That Is Forever Shandon & More...

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:41:38 GMT

Paul Byrne asks are the changes to Grok enough hears one mum rallying cry to fight SNA cuts, learns about a bar in Liverpool dedicated to Cork. And more...

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Childline's Power of Listening - You Could Be Changing Lives in Cork

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 13:38:42 GMT

Four hours a week with Childline Cork can transform your life as much as the children you support Regina O'Sullivan, Cork Regional Childline Manager, tells Paul Byrne

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The Sea Fillies: Swimming for the RNLI

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 13:25:03 GMT

Orla Leahy tells Paul Byrne the story of two women, 4,000 kilometers, and a lot of cold water. To contribute see here

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A Slice Of Cork In Liverpool - The Shandon Bells Bar

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 11:59:18 GMT

Paul talks to Emilia Bona of The Shandon Bells, a Liverpool pub dedicated to Cork

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If They Replaced The Water Main It Would Cost Less Than All The Repairs!

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 11:46:14 GMT

Castlemartyr's water supply problems are caused by frequent repairs and Des tells Paul Byrne he thinks they'd be better off just replacing the main

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Financial Freedom Starts In Your Mind

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 11:34:53 GMT

Paul talks to financial journalist Eoin McGee about his new book "How to Achieve Financial Freedom"

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Creeping Shortage Of SNAs Must Be Challenged By Parents

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:56:04 GMT

Helen O'Neill tells Paul Byrne that parents must resist the silent fall off in availability of SNAs

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Guinness Price Rise Will Be The Last Blow For Many Bars

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:37:14 GMT

Michelle Lewis from Hannah's Bar in Skenakilla tells Paul Byrne that Ireland needs a plan to save small business, especially in hospitality

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Soaring Burglaries Show We Need Tougher Measures

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:28:23 GMT

Paul Byrne hears ideas to tackle break-ins from Cynthia Ní Mhurchú MEP

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Grok Yields To Pressure On AI Nudes

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:09:32 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Mairead Twohig who has been researching the Grok AI app and to Alex Cooney of CyberSafe Kids and asks did they go far enough with the changes

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2026-01-14 Seán Ó Sé The Voice Of Cork, Ted Cunningham Interview, Escaping The Taliban & More...

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 15:10:27 GMT

Paul Byrne remembers the late Seán Ó Sé, famous for The Banks Of My Own Lovely Lee, interviews Ted Cunningham, hears about a daring escape from the Taliban. And more...

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Cork Cine Club's Independent Cinema Season Starts Jan 22nd

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 13:45:58 GMT

Paul Byrne finds out what to expect from Jamie Monagan

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Pivoting From The Day Job To Working As An Artist

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 13:43:56 GMT

Aoife McLaughlin is swopping life as a physio for a world of art making beautiful lino prints of West Cork and tells Paul Byrne it wasn't a rushed decision. See also aoifemclaughlinart.com

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Why Everyone Is Talking About HBO's "Heated Rivalry"

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 13:39:43 GMT

Mia Poland from Onic's Pride Vibes has been binge watching the ground-breaking series of LGBT hockey start romance

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Spice Up Your Life At Cork’s First Chilli Festival!

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 13:35:24 GMT

Dara McDermott joins Paul Byrne to talk about fiery food, "Spicy Cabaret," and how your local pub can win the title of Ireland’s spiciest. See also chilifest.eu

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I Can't Recruit Workers Because Of The Housing Crisis

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 13:24:06 GMT

Shannen Butler Keane tells Paul Byrne that the housing crisis is adding another headache to small business life - recruitment

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Escaping The Taliban

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 12:30:57 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Manizha Mahmod Khan who fled Afghanistan about what it was like to escape a regime with such restrictive laws for women

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No Water For Xmas Day Then Fixed Now No Water Again!

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 11:59:16 GMT

Paul talks to Kym from Castlemartyr who is totally fed up with irregular water

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Whats Going On With Instagram Password Emails?

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 11:48:48 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Ronan Murphy of Smarttech247 about why so many people got emails offering to reset your Instagram password over the last few days

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Ted Cunningham Speaks To Paul Byrne After Five Figure Sum In Prisoners Rights Case

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 11:10:58 GMT

Ted Cunningham tells Paul Byrne his side of a long legal battle, following a settlement in a prisoners’ rights case.

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The Late Seán Ó Sé - The Man Behind The Definitive Banks Of My Lee And Poc Ar Buille

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:34:47 GMT

Paul hears from Lord Mayor Fergal Dennehy, JP from C103 and Tim O'Riordan from Natural Gas who had a little help from Seán Ó Sé with their "Langer Song"

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2026-01-13 Healthcare Strike Notice, Young Scientist Help For Dementia, Cancer Connect Heroes & More...

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:02:12 GMT

Paul Byrne learns why healthcare assistants have served strike notice, discovers the Kanturk Young Scientist with AI Glasses to help dementia patients, talks to the people behind Cancer Connect and more...

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Cancer Connect A Cup Of Kindness, Banter Biscuits & Chemotherapy

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 13:01:46 GMT

Paul talks to Helen O'Driscoll who started Cancer Connect to make sure that patients could get to their treatments, to Christy who is one of their drivers and to Jacinta who uses her trademark humor to describe good days and yucky days

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Beloved Cork Musician David Punch On Being Part Of The Assembly Ireland

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 12:54:38 GMT

David Punch who has been open about his autism journey tells Paul Byrne about taking part in The Assembly Ireland where a group of autistic, neurodivergent, and learning-disabled people interview celebrities using direct, unfiltered. You can watch The Assembly Ireland on VMTV Mondays at 9pm

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A Young Kid With Muscular Dystrophy Deserves Better From Council Housing

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 11:33:37 GMT

Michael, a North Cork father, shares the heartbreaking reality of caring for his 12-year-old son with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in a council home that traps him.

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Campaign For Don O'Leary Bridge On Proby's Quay Growing Fast

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 11:07:10 GMT

Past pupils from The Life Ctr Amber O'Callaghan, Darragh Cotter and friend of Don O’Leay Brian Madden tell Paul Byrne there is massive support for Proby’s Quay bridge to be named after Don O’Leary

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Laws To Fine Grok And Others Over AI Nudes

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 10:53:47 GMT

Paul talks to Alex Cooney of Cybersafe Kids about what kind of laws we need to stamp out AI nudes before there's a tragedy in Ireland.

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Debt Collectors For Hospital Patients

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 10:39:37 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Aidan Farrelly TD who has been getting figures on the use of debt collectors for hospital debt

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William From Scoil Mhuire Kanturk Made AI Glasses That Help People With Dementia

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 10:30:30 GMT

Paul talks to William Brosnan about his brilliant Young Scientist project and to his teacher Siobhan O'Riordan

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Union Hall Volunteers Devastated By Thugs Destroying Decorations

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 10:09:14 GMT

Don O’Donovan, Chair Union Hall Development Association, tells Paul Byrne it is soul destroying to see volunteer work to cheer up the town wantonly destroyed

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Health Care Assistants Serve Strike Notice

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 09:55:29 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Natasha Lenihan Treacy from SIPTU about why strike notice has been served

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2026-01-12 Cork's Young Scientist Heroes, Scooter Law Crackdown? Drawing For Happiness & More...

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Corks Young Scientists trying to make the world a bit better through science, discusses new government proposals to regulate scooters, learns how drawing is not only fun but also valuable self-care. And more...

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Panto - The Fitness Emergencies And Commitment That Make The Show Go on

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 13:04:06 GMT

Marking the end of the Everyman panto for this year, Catherine Mahon Buckley and her star Brazilian dancer Gustavo chat about what it takes to keep the show on the road.

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A New Home for Hope: The Rainbow Club's Big Move

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:57:25 GMT

Paul hears from Karen O'Mahony from The Rainbow Clubas they race to transform an old health centre into a lifeline for over 1,300 children and adults with autism. If you want to help contact info@rainbowclub.ie

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Dead On The Road: Why Horse Welfare Tragedies Keep Happening

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:40:38 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Kelly Mellerick of My Lovely Horse Rescue about what we can learn from the tragic photos we keep seeing online.

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Drawing For Fun AND Self-Care

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:35:44 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Inma Pavon about drawing for fun but also for self-care. For info on Inma's Sunday Drawing & Wellbeing classes see here

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Running Towards Heaven The Undeniables Build Brotherhood Like A Mens Shed On Steroids

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:36:00 GMT

Paul talks to Andrew Daly about the need for mens fellowship and how men need something as life changes in their 30s/40s See also here

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Mock Exams Preparation Not Perspiration!

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:19:18 GMT

Paul Byrne gets good advice from TJ Hegarty of breakthroughmaths.ie

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Gen Z Need To Party More!

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:52:52 GMT

Paul talks to Jane Cowan of the Diary Of A Gen Z Student column in the Irish Examiner who says if young people don't party and socialize more they will regret it later

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New Laws On The Way For Scooters

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:39:25 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Paddy Comyn of Donedeal about the whole situation surrounding scooters

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Scoil Muire Gan Smal Pupils Young Scientist Project On Psychological Effect Of Dirty Water

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:27:52 GMT

Paul talks to Scoil Mhuire Gan Smal teacher Edel Healy and pupils Leah Buckley & Carley O'Callaghan about their project for the Young Scientists which examined the psychological effects of the problems with Corks water supply.

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Win For Terence MacSwiney CC's Bumblebee Young Scientist Project

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:20:00 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Vicky Ryan mum of Mikayla Ryan who was on the Terence MacSwiney CC Young Scientist 2026 Bumblebee Project which is a unique communications board for non-verbal people. He also talks to Phil O'Flynn, principal of the college.

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Emily Got Her Schoolbus! No More Walking 1km In The Rain

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 09:49:30 GMT

Back in November Deirdre told us how her Daughter Emily and herself had to get up early, have breakfast away from home every day and walk 1km because she never got the schoolbus to be promised. She tells Paul Byrne that today is Emily's birthday and the good news, she now has a schoolbus.

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2026-01-09 Roadworks Ruin Rush Hour Traffic, Vision Boards For What You Want, January Is Peak For New Love & More...

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:00:00 GMT

PJ asks can we improve rush hours with some rules on roadworks, discovers that Vision Boards help you get what you want, learns January is the peak time to find a new love. And more...

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GIANT How an Irish Mentor Created A Boxing Legend

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:12:51 GMT

PJ talks to Crossy about the movie dropping in cinemas this weekend: GIANT heartwarming drama about the bond between legendary Irish trainer Brendan Ingle and the flamboyant Prince Naseem Hamed as they rise from a Sheffield gym to global stardom.

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What Is Going On With Lego Smart Bricks?

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:07:34 GMT

PJ talks to Mike The Farmer, Cork's Lego hero who says the Smart Bricks are controversial because kids will use their imagination less

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January Is Peak Month To Find A New Partner

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:56:53 GMT

PJ talks to Mairéad Loughman of Love HQ to find out what makes for a turn on and what gives the ick!

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Are They Picking The Right People For Love Island All Stars?

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:51:59 GMT

PJ talks to Órla O'Dononvan who looks forward to the new series but has a bone to pick with some of the choices

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Collagen Will Help With Making 2026 The Year Of The Bounce!

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:47:08 GMT

PJ hears from Mary Jane O'Regan that we're learning more and more about how important collagen is

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Vision Boards Will Help You Be The Person You Want To Be

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:42:26 GMT

Vision Boards help you remember and commit to things you want in your life Lauren Maples tells PJ. See also here

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Help At Hand For Non-Verbal People Thanks To These Kids From Terence MacSwiney Community College

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:38:36 GMT

PJ talks to Vicky, the proud mum of Mikayla who is in the Young Scientists with Reece Morey and Alex McKee this year for Bumblebee a communication system for non-verbal kids or seniors with dementia.

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Let's Name Proby's Quay Bridge After Don O'Leary

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:14:55 GMT

Darcy tells PJ that Don O'Leary did so much for Cork running the Life Centre that it's only fair we name our latest bridge after him. More information on naming the bridge here

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Can Cork City Council Improve Traffic Flow When There Are Roadworks

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:08:09 GMT

PJ chats with Cllr Peter Horgan, Chair of the Transport Committee, about listener suggestions for reducing traffic chaos during roadworks

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Driving In Ice - What Should You Really Do?

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:01:24 GMT

PJ gets a roundup of roads hit by black ice and then gets tips from Darren Mullane from the Darren Mullane School of Motoring about driving in black ice and finds some of the tips you hear are not always right!

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2026-01-08 LadyCabs For A Safer Night, Lessons From A Job In CSI, Father Ted Fans Unite! & More...

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:00:00 GMT

PJ hears how Cork will have a taxi service catering to women, learns that a job investigating crime can prep you for challenges in other jobs, discovers what happens in a Father Ted meet. And more...

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Holiday Bargains - Shoulder Season Secrets From Sarah Slattery

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:07:58 GMT

Sarah tells PJ about all the savings and looks at some of the newest, trendiest trends in travel bargains as well. See also thetravelexpert.ie

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Crime Scenes & Calm Minds How CSI Work Taught Me Resilience

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:54:08 GMT

PJ talks to Ciaran Prior who pivoted from working CSI for the Guards to helping others unleash their potential through motivational speeches and coaching. See also here

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Father Ted Chaos Fandom & Fun At TedFest 2026

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:20:37 GMT

PJ talks to Peter Phillips co-founder of tedfest.org about what will happen during this year's fest which happens Mar 5th weekend.

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Marathon Man Darrel Holden's Mission To Help Mental Health Treatment In Cork

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:04:13 GMT

Darrel is running in the London Marathon to raise money for CUH Mental Health Services. Ger O'Brien, the well known EFT therapist is helping. PJ talks to both about how January can be a key time for mental health. They are also holding an event in the Castle Hotel Macroom this Sat Jan 10th at 8PM featuring a talk on helping your mental health, quiz and DJ. Tix EUR15 available from Darren on +353 85 111 0021

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Beat The Waiting List - Go North!

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:43:44 GMT

Gareth Crudden of Kingsbridge Hospital tells PJ about how getting treatment up North paid for by the HSE works. See also kingsbridgeprivatehospital.com

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Cork Property Prices Rise By €35,000 In One Year

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:21:53 GMT

Joanne Geary of MyHome.ie talks to PJ about the findings of their latest report into property prices

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The Cab Company Focused On Women Is Coming To Cork

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:17:34 GMT

PJ talks to Emanuela Negura of LadyCab.ie which is coming to Cork soon and indeed is looking for drivers here

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Keys in Hand, Phone on Loud Why Women Never Just "Take a Taxi"

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 10:12:56 GMT

PJ talks to Sarah Harte of The Irish Examiner who has been writing about the extra steps women take to feel safe in a taxi.

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Goretti - Snow On Knockboy and Mullaghenish Will It Spread?

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 09:39:13 GMT

PJ talks to Cathal Nolan of Ireland's Weather Channel about what we can expect today.

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2026-01-07 Monty Buys The Wilton, CUH TV Show, Roz Purcell's Cork Bucketlist & More...

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 15:17:07 GMT

PJ finds out what Paul Montgomery's plans are for the famous Wilton Bar, talks to Dr Dearbhaile Collins whose work is featured on RTE's Any Given Day tonight, learns Roz Purcell's favorite walks in Cork. And more...

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Recovery Hope & New Beginnings At Aye Anglesea St

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:40:45 GMT

Michael Droney talks recovery, fatherhood, and the road to healing to PJ which he captured in a unique exhibition opening in Aye Bar on Anglesea St on Fri Jan 9th. See also here

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Help Find Aliens In Outer Space - No, Really!

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:31:43 GMT

PJ hears from Dr Oisin Creanor about ways that you can help find aliens in outer space with your smartphone. See also here

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iWish So Important To Give Girls Job Role Models

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 12:28:58 GMT

Biola Folorunso tells PJ that seeing people like her was important in giving her the confidence to become a Biomed student. iWish 2026 Feb 5th at the RDS see here iwish.ie

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Pivoting My Life Into Turning Beautiful Historic Bar Into Boutique & Cafe

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 11:43:44 GMT

PJ talks to Lorraine O’Neill who did a bit of a pivot combining her lifelong love of fashion with a passion for old buildings and cafe culture by renovating the building famous for the Carrignavar landmark bar The Local

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Mandatory Jail Sentences For Stealing Tools?

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 11:16:47 GMT

Sen PJ Murphy tells PJ he is pushing a measure through the Oireachtas to get mandatory jail terms for people who steal tools and jeopardize livelihoods

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Roz Purcell On Her Bucket List Of 2026 Hikes In Cork

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 11:10:39 GMT

Some absolutely amazing places feature in Roz's list and she tells PJ why she picked them. @rozannapurcell

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Cork University Hospital On RTE One Tonight - Dr Dearbhaile Collins Tells Us What To Expect

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:58:52 GMT

PJ chats to Dr Dearbhaile about her work fighting cancer which features in the RTE One Docuseries Any Given Day documenting what happens in CUH. First episode tonight, Wed Jan 7th 9.35pm or check out the RTE Player.

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Bart Got A Bit Of Help And Quit Smoking After 15 Years

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:33:40 GMT

PJ talks to Bart who quit smoking with the help of the HSE QUIT compaign and he also hears from Martina Blake of the Tobacco Free Ireland program. If you want to start your own journey, just text 'QUIT' to 50100 for free support today.

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130 Less Childcare Businesses In Cork

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:18:59 GMT

As Tusla figures how so many childcare facilities have closed in Cork PJ asks Elaine Dunne, of the Federation Early Childhood Providers if there's any end in sight?

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Is Callum Turner The Right Choice For James Bond?

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:13:13 GMT

As Netflix prepare to host all Bond films to date, rumors are growing online that Callum Turner will be the new Bond. PJ asks film fan Conor Murphy if this will work.

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Time For A Ban On Junk Food Ads?

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 10:05:29 GMT

Would a ban on junk food ads, especially online, help make our kids healthier PJ Coogan asks caterer and foodie Orla McAndrew

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Monty Takes Over The Wilton

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 09:44:16 GMT

PJ chats to Paul Montgomery who has big plans for The Wilton bar.

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2026-01-06 Taxes Fuel Cost Of Living Crisis, Teaching CPR After Saving Life, Grok AI Deepfake Bikini Photos & More...

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 15:29:19 GMT

PJ talks about the high tax burden on fuel which adds to the cost of everything, hears how saving a life by CPR lead to a life pivot, learns how Grok is turning innocent photos of women and kids into bikini shots. And more...

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All Change In Football Managers Locally & Cross-Channel!

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 12:27:13 GMT

PJ talks to Trevor Welch from The Score and Premier League Live about a hectic time in football management

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Anger As Grok Creates AI Fake Images Of Women And Minors In Bikinis And Underwear

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 12:02:46 GMT

PJ talks to Elaine Burke of the For Techs Sake podcast about the sinister use of Grok spicy mode to sexualize innocent pics of women and kids using AI tech

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Help Me Find Shillelagh Taken In Baffling Car Crime

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:55:54 GMT

PJ talks to Thomas who describes how thieves broke into his Nissan Micra without forcing the locks or breaking windows and then took his favorite Shillelagh and mascot.

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Tai Chi - A Gentle Way To A Better You In The New Year

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:52:24 GMT

PJ talks to Carmel from carmeloconnor.com about why the Chinese exercise has a lot to offer for those looking to make a change in 2026

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Duhallow Fights Coffee Cup Waste At Events

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:32:06 GMT

PJ talks to Maura Walsh from IRD Duhallow who has a neat idea for cutting back on the avalanche of waste after events like mini-marathons.

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For Palestine Protesters Starvation Is The Last Weapon

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:30:06 GMT

PJ talks to Dr. Ciarán Dawson, former blanket protester, about the plight of Palestine protesters in the UK who have gone on hunger strike.

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From A Nightmare At 4:44 To A Mission To Save More Lives Through CPR

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:58:36 GMT

PJ hears from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne who met Helena Kiely, the paramedic who had to use her training to save her partner Mark after he suffered a sudden cardiac arrest in their own bedroom and now runs a business teaching CPR

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Families In Need Contact Vincent De Paul In Record Numbers

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:10:10 GMT

PJ hears how this Christmas saw a record number of people looking for help from Cormac O’Sullivan, Regional Coordinator St Vincent De Paul. The raffle mentioned is here

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Nestlé Recalls 18 Batches of SMA Products

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 10:04:05 GMT

PJ talks to Dr Michelle Minihan of the Food Safety Authority to get the details. For more see also here

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Time For Cork To Be A Confident Modern European City

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 09:59:31 GMT

PJ and Dave O'Brien from the Cork Business Association discuss a confident Cork.

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Highest Fuel Taxes In The EU

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 09:32:44 GMT

As fuel prices rise again PJ chats with Paddy Comyn of DoneDeal Motoring and The Driving Seat Podcast about why there is no relief in the cost of living.

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2026-12-05 First Little Corkonian Of 2026, The Hidden Homeless, Norma Sheehan on Queenagers & The Menopause & More...

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 15:16:33 GMT

PJ talks to Victoria about her daughter Frances, the first Corkonian of 2026, learns about the problem of the hidden homeless, hears from Norma Sheehan about Wine O'Clock. And more...

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From Dune To Twin Peaks Triskel Celebrates David Lynch

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 12:42:42 GMT

David Lynch changed film-making for sure and Triskel are launching a mini-festival about his PJ hears from Chris O'Neill See also here

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10% Of People Plan To Quit Job In January

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 12:31:26 GMT

PJ talks to Caroline Reidy from The HR Suite about a shocking survey where half say they are in the wrong job with many blaming their parents.

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Norma Sheehan Says It's Wine O'Clock

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 11:49:16 GMT

PJ chats to Norma in advance of her Wine O'Clock show in The Opera House Jan 22nd. See also

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Blarney's Clogheenmilcon Fen Beauty Spot Vandalized

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 11:15:12 GMT

PJ talks to Deborah Maguire & Tom O’Byrne who help manage the beautiful area about the heartless act of vandalism that saw seating burned

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The Hidden Homeless Are Being Ignored

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 11:03:40 GMT

Martin Leahy has been singing protest songs about the housing situation since 2022 and recently testified before the Oireachtas Housing Committee. He says homelessness is vastly undercounted because of the hidden homeless.

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Quitting Alcohol For 2026

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 10:38:25 GMT

PJ talks to Adrian Lennihan, The Recovery Coach, about joining the growing numbers of people who have left alcohol behind in their lives and they also discuss if Zero drinks are a good way forward.

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Winning The War On Litter

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 10:26:24 GMT

PJ talks to Conor Horgan of Irish Business Against Litter whose latest survey has great news!

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Problems At Schipol Cause Problems Throughout Europe

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 10:23:33 GMT

PJ talks to Eoghan Corry of travelextra.ie about Schipol and hears some other travel news

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Frances Is The First Corkonian Of 2026

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 09:42:29 GMT

PJ talks to mum Victoria who gave birth to our first rebel of the year!

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Roads & Weather Catchup

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 09:35:41 GMT

PJ talks to Ken Perrott of the Corks 96FM Street Fleet and Cathal Nolan of Ireland's Weather Channel to get a picture of the roads this morning

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2025-12-24 Bus Full Of Toys For North Pole, Xmas In North Main St & English Market, Cork Airport Clear Santa & More...

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 15:00:09 GMT

PJ talks to the Briar Rose chef who sent a bus full of toys to the North Pole for kids in Edel House, chats to traders in North Main St and the English Market, hears from the man who will guide Santa through Cork airspace. And more...

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Live From the Sleigh: PJ chats to Santa!

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 12:06:52 GMT

PJ hears Santa talk to the boys and girls about Christmas.

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Santa’s Flight Plan: Inside Air Traffic Control

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 11:56:09 GMT

PJ chats with Martin O’Keefe who reveals the coordination, clearances, and festive protocols to guide Santa safely over Cork.

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The Christmas Star Explained

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 11:43:14 GMT

PJ chats with Space expert Leo Enright who explores the science and story behind the Star of Bethlehem on Christmas Eve.

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Lazy Days and Long Walks: Taoiseach Micheál Martin’s Holiday Routine

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 11:33:01 GMT

Pj Chats with Taoiseach Michael Martin about family meals, 10k walks, and switching off on Christmas and St Stephen’s Day.

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The Spiced Beef Tradition: Durcan Meats

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 11:20:57 GMT

PJ chats with Tom Durcan of Durcan's Meats, who talks classic Cork spiced beef, holiday queues, and what makes Christmas at the market special.

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Fry-Ups and Festive Feels: Tony’s Bistro

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 10:58:44 GMT

PJ chats with Jonathan O’Connor on serving Cork’s best breakfasts and keeping spirits high in the busy season

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Turkeys, Trimmings, and Tim: English Market Magic

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 10:39:14 GMT

PJ chats with Tim Mulcahy who shares the sights, sounds, and flavours of Christmas Eve at The Chicken Inn.

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The Dungeon Master’s Christmas with Apollo Pierce

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 10:27:59 GMT

PJ Chats with Apollo Pierce who talks Dungeons & Dragons, voice acting, and the perfect games for holiday gatherings.

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Cork’s Shepherd: Bishop Paul Colton Looks Ahead

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 10:09:37 GMT

PJ chats with Bishop Paul Colton who shares memories from his tenure and the hopes he has for the future.

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When the Taps Run Dry: A Castlemartyr Christmas Eve

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 09:52:32 GMT

PJ chats with Kym who shares the reality of coping without running water at home and caring for a sick child in the run-up to Christmas.

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Bryan Clarke and The Briar Rose Christmas Miracle

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 09:45:11 GMT

PJ chats with Bryan Clarke who shares how the Briar Rose team raised over €3,000 and gathered hundreds of gifts to brighten Cork families’ Christmas.

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2025-12-23 Xmas At The Airport, Fixing Housing, From Mayfield To Manhattan & More...

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 16:04:34 GMT

PJ hears from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne talking to Corkonians returning at Cork Airport, Developer Michael O'Flynn on what would end the housing crisis, James Keegan on going from The Cotton Ball to a big tour of the USA. And more...

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Developer Michael O'Flynn On Fixing Housing

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 13:24:17 GMT

PJ hears ideas from Michael O'Flynn as housing targets look further away than ever

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Flying Home For Xmas - Cork Airport Team Hitting It Out Of The Park

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 13:16:49 GMT

PJ hears from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne and Barry Holland, Communications Manager Cork Airport about the Christmas reunions and homecomings

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Saipan

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 13:11:39 GMT

Crossy from The Buzz has been talking Saipan to Eanna Hardwicke and Steve Coogan and tells PJ more

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Mayfield to Manhattan: James Keegan’s Wild Year In Music

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:39:03 GMT

The Cork singer talks to PJ about touring 40 U.S. states and why he’ll always be a Mayfield man at heart. See also here

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Tips For The Ham & Main Course Of Xmas Dinner

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:33:24 GMT

Chef Jack O'Keefe with a bit of help from his nephew Harry helps Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne get the perfect main course on the 25th

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PJ Chats To Garda Olga Smyth Who Started The Xmas Hampers Program

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 11:53:06 GMT

At Xmas time the Gardaí hand out hampers to those who need a helping hand. PJ chats to Mallow's Garda Olga Smyth who started the program

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I Scooped Cilla Black's Hats

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 11:49:40 GMT

Sally Kirby of Free Spirit Vintage who picked up 5 of Cilla Black's items at auction recently and she tells the story to PJ

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Ideal Xmas Starters

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 11:42:22 GMT

Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne talks to Chef Paul Ryan of Cork International Airport to get some tips on starters for Christmas dinner

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Catchup With Shane Casey

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 11:02:54 GMT

PJ hears from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne who chats with Shane Casey of Young Offenders fame

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Katie O'Keefe Catches Up With The Phenomenal Success Of The Rotary Tree This Year

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:55:14 GMT

The Rotary Tree on Patrick St over Xmas has become one our most beloved holiday attractions and Katie O'Keefe from the Corks 96FM Newsroom brings us up to date.

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Returning Corkonians Chat To Paul Byrne At Cork Airport

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:45:15 GMT

Paul gets the vibe of people returning home for Xmas.

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Names For The New Bridges In Cork

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:42:57 GMT

PJ and Cork Beo Editor Joe O'Shea chat about possible names for the bridges on Wandesford Quay and Proby's Quay. See also here

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2025-12-22 News On Du Plantier Case, "French Val" On Waiting For A Kidney, Rory's Travel Club & More...

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 15:27:37 GMT

PJ hears the latest on the Du Plantier cold case investigation, talks to "French Val" about her life waiting for a kidney transplant, chats with Rory about travel deals. And more...

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You’re Grounded (The Diss Track): The Granny Rapper’s Christmas

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 13:35:02 GMT

Pj Chats with Sally Crowley about how a cheeky family diss turned her into Cork’s granny rapper—and launched a rap journey.

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The Rory Route: Inside Rory’s Travel Club

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 13:19:28 GMT

PJ Chats with Rory King, owner of Rory's Travels, who offers smarter itineraries, lower prices, and trips you won’t find on comparison sites.

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Salted Caramel Christmas :Out with the old puds in with the new

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 13:05:45 GMT

PJ Chats with Cork's Niamh Cosgrave who charts the fastest-growing festive flavours and the decline of the old-school pud.

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Cold Shock, Warm Hearts: Cold-water feats in West Cork.

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 12:40:15 GMT

PJ chats with Jay Cornish on how the Hearty Hulks are turning cold-water grit into fundraising success.

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Cookbooks for XMAS

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 12:23:05 GMT

PJ chats with Elke O’Mahony who stirs up Cookbook recommendations for gift ideas this Christmas!

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Marathon Mind, Marathon Miles: The first Irishman to swim the River Plate

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 11:26:36 GMT

PJ Chats with Fermoy's Owen O'Keefe, who shares the journey from hometown pools to a landmark 40 km swim across the massive River Plate in South America.

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Cork’s “French Val” on 7% kidney function , and her son Jordy’s bottle-drive

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 10:45:56 GMT

PJ chats to Val who explains life at 7% kidney function, waiting for the Beaumont call, and her son Jordy’s €1,000 Re-turn refunds.

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Mankeeping Explained

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 10:38:58 GMT

PJ Chats with Sarah Harte who breaks down “mankeeping” and why more people are refusing the role in modern relationships.

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The Sophie Case: 29 Years On.

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 09:47:10 GMT

PJ chats to veteran reporter Michael Sheridan who reveals fresh developments from the Garda cold case review of the 1996 murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier.

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2025-12-19 Xmas In Crumlin For Little Fighter Evie-Mae, Road Safety Authority Backtrack, Give Edible Gifts & More...

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 15:52:49 GMT

PJ talks to Jonathan whose little fighter Evie-Mae faces Christmas in Crumlin, hears why hauliers are fuming the government backtracked on plans to end the RSA, chats to chef Rory O'Connell about making edible gifts for the holidays. And more...

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Ballinhassig Bright: Casa of Cheer

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 13:27:23 GMT

PJ chats to Justin Nagle who discusses the heart‑warming Christmas lights display raising funds for CASA.

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The Corkman Who Named a Nation

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 13:15:11 GMT

PJ chats to Morgan O’Sullivan and Joe Heenan who reveal how Blackrock’s Stephen Moylan coined “The United States of America.”

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Handmade Holidays: Edible Gifts with Rory O’Connell

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 13:01:23 GMT

PJ Chats to Ballymaloe’s Rory O’Connell who shares elegant, homemade treats to elevate your Christmas giving.

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VAT Cut, Same Bill: Hospitality Under the Microscope

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 12:35:10 GMT

PJ chats to Seamus Coffey, from the Fiscal Council, who explains why menu prices didn’t budge despite a hard‑won VAT reduction.

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Kinsale Cool: From Rugby History to Must‑Have Style

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 12:21:37 GMT

PJ chats to Attila Magyar of Mamukko who turns a massive piece of Irish rugby heritage into wearable gear with a purpose.

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Empty Chair, Full Heart: How Kate learned to live with absence.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 12:10:07 GMT

PJ chats with Kate Durrant who shares how a simple cardigan became a bridge across 17 years of grief.

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Raincoats or Skis? Cork’s Christmas Forecast

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 10:59:12 GMT

PJ Chats with Alan O’Reilly from Carlow Weather who weighs up rain, cold snaps, and travel tips for Christmas in Cork.

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Hauliers on the Hook: What the RSA Reversal Means

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 10:17:03 GMT

PJ Chats to Ger Hyland, President of The Irish Road Haulage Association about their view on cancelled reforms and the knock‑on effects for operators.

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Brave Little Star: XMAS in Crumlin

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 09:44:01 GMT

PJ Speaks to Jonathan McGlynn who prepares to spend Christmas in Crumlin hospital with his daughter, 3 month old Evie-Mae.

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2025-12-18 No More Soup Kitchens In Patrick St, The Great Lock In, Corks True Grit Formula Driver & More...

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:20:47 GMT

PJ hears about a new indoor hub for Corks soup kitchens, learns about The Great Lock In, chats to Kayls Cole about her flourishing Formula career. And more...

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Peach Vintage, Cork Roots: Why shopping local matters.

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:49:26 GMT

PJ Chats to Katie Sloane of Peach Vintage Clothing, who encourages everyone to shop local this Christmas.

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Move to Sooth- Breath as Medicine

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:42:54 GMT

PJ chats to Stella Temirati, a Nervous System Coach and Breathwork Facilitator who helps people move out of 'survival mode' and back into a state of peace using nothing more than their own breath.

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Formula - Cork Grit for our Girl Kayleigh

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:37:59 GMT

PJ chats to Cork's own Kayleigh 'Kayls' Cole about breaking into Motorsport and how the Cork native carved her path onto the grid against the odds.

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Quiet Fields, Loud Problems – Cocaine in the Country

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:00:11 GMT

PJ chats to addiction counsellor Michael Guerin about how drug-related issues in Cork aren’t just a city problem, and how cocaine use is affecting people of all ages from teenagers to farmers.

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From Loss to Lifeline: Kate’s Swim and the People Who Save Lives

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:23:40 GMT

PJ chats with Kate Colbert who explains why she’s taking to the water in memory of her best friend, Cormac. Philip Johnston, diver with Mallow Search and Rescue, opens up about the demands of rescue diving, the bonds built under pressure, and the community spirit that keeps them going.

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The Great Lock‑In 2025: Hype, Help and How‑Tos with Erin McCafferty

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:52:04 GMT

PJ asks Erin McCafferty what the TikTok ‘Great Lock‑In’ really is, why a year‑end deadline boosts motivation, and how to start safely today.

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What Are The Most In Demand Jobs?

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:18:40 GMT

As many look to a new job to fight the cost of living, PJ checks out the hot jobs in Ireland with Chris Paye of irishjobs.ie

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Protest Over Rents Students Get Charged Outside Dáil Today 11am

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:13:37 GMT

PJ talks to organizer of the cross party protest Sen Laura Harmon

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Fishermen Face Their Darkest Hour

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:10:52 GMT

PJ talks to fisherman Patrick Murphy about why they are so angry with the effect trade negotiations are having on their quotas.

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Soup Kitchens Move From Patrick St To Indoors Tonight!

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:58:39 GMT

PJ talks to Sinead Leahy from Friends with Heart and Jess Deverux from Kindness Krew who are excited to be moving indoors at a new hub on Kyrl's Quay

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2025-12-17 Taoiseach Fights Another Day, Foxhunting Ban? Hero Puppies & More...

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 15:45:37 GMT

PJ looks at the Gavingate Report, hears about the Dáil vote on foxhunting, admires some superhero puppies. And more...

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The People's Picture House: A Monthly Rebellion for Local Filmmakers

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:45:23 GMT

Ditching restrictive film festivals for an open, relaxed screening in a pub Graham created The Peoples Picturehouse he tells PJ with a special Xmas screening in The Pav tonight. See also picturehousecork.com

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From Broken to Beacon Lisa Murphy's Award For Volunteer Of The Year

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:39:44 GMT

PJ chats to Lisa Murphy of The Glen who won "Volunteer of the Year," proving that recovery and a simple chat over tea can rebuild a life and an entire neighborhood.

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Natural Xmas Treats Good For Your Pet & Things That Can Harm!

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:37:08 GMT

PJ gets the lowdown from Sinéad Mellett of the Natural Vet Company about Xmas treats that harm your pet and some treats that do great things for them too!

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What's It Like To Raise A Superhero Assistance Dog?

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:36:32 GMT

Dee tells PJ what it's like to raise a pup that will use its superhero powers to help kids living with autism.

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Our Superhero Pup Litter Makes Us Proud At Autism Dogs Assistance Ireland

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 11:15:09 GMT

PJ chats to Dave McCarthy of AADI.ie

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Foxhunting Vote In The Dáil Today

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:52:09 GMT

PJ talks to Martina Kenny of My Lovely Horse Rescue who wants a pro-animal but respectful debate

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Walk Off The Turkey - Here Are Cork’s Best (& Safest) Winter Walks

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:42:59 GMT

PJ talks to John Dwyer author of "50 Best Irish Walks" because there are awesome trails on our doorstep.

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The Hunt For A Pink Pam Puff Hoodie To Save Xmas!

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:31:29 GMT

PJ hears a plea from Dad Paul. Can you help him be a Xmas hero?

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Hear The Plans The Council OKed For The Front Of Roches Stores

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 09:55:18 GMT

PJ talks to Emer Walsh of the Irish Examiner who has the scoop!

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Background On The Gavingate Report

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 09:45:12 GMT

Adam Higgins of The Irish Sun tells PJ even sending an email query to a political party can tie up a paper in libel lawsuits.

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Has Micheál Martin Survived Gavingate?

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 09:40:09 GMT

No smoking gun but not a lot of praise either DCU's Prof Gary Murphy tells PJ

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2025-12-16 Lifetime Loan Living Nightmare, COVID Nurse Heroes Case Aside When Sick, Bake Treats For Your Dog & More...

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:41:07 GMT

PJ hears from a man facing homelessness because of a lifetime loan, talks to a nurse who ran to danger in our dark COVID-19 days but may be abandoned now she has Long Covid, learns you can take a course to bake goodies for your dog. And more...

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Learn To Bake For Your Doggie!🐶

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 13:02:17 GMT

PJ talks to Lucy Marshman, Owner/Head Baker The Pawprint Bakery about her online course in baking for your dog that's on tonight. To join go to this page here and scroll down to today's date.

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When Georgie Best Played Soccer In Cork

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 12:54:09 GMT

Not many know but the soccer legend played in Cork for Cork Celtic. PJ finds out more for Trevor Welch of The Score on Corks 96FM and Brian Reddin of Dearg Films. George Best i gCorcaigh TG4 8.15 pm St. Stephen’s Day

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All Girl Carolling Throughout City Centre This Saturday

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 12:42:49 GMT

PJ talks to Dyanne Hanrahan of the Jingle Belles All Female Choir who are singing throughout the city this Saturday (1100 GPO 1130 old Ulster Bank 1200 – Opera Lane 1230 Le Château 1415 English Market Grand Parade 1445 old Ulster Bank 1530 Fifth Quarter 1645 Imperial Hotel 1730 GPO)

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Killian’s Call From A Dark Place To A Daily Run For The Samaritans

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 12:01:23 GMT

Killian, “the Consistent Cork Runner,” tells PJ about turning the worst year of his life into a 365-day running streak to rebuild his mental health and inspire others to start talking. See also here Need help? Phone 116 123

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The 159 Healthcare Workers Left Behind After Everything They Gave During COVID

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:49:52 GMT

PJ talks to Noreen, who suffers from Long COVID after getting infected during lockdown and now faces financial ruin as the government cuts off financial support.

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Lifetime Loans/Equity Release A Cautionary Tale

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:58:46 GMT

PJ talks to Dara who faces losing his home to liquidate the equity release loan his mother took out.

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Ambulance Service At The Brink Now Being Used By Drunks To Get Home

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:25:33 GMT

PJ talks to Ger O'Dea, National Ambulance Service Community Engagement Manager, about the way some people are abusing our hard-pressed ambulance service

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Cynthia Ní Mhurchú Wants Tough Sanctions On Drug Driving Plus Some Thoughts On Gavingate Report

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:00:34 GMT

Soaring drug driving figures shows Garda units need to be resourced plus PJ slips in a Gavingate question.

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Mobile Phone Masts Appearing In Housing Estates

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 09:43:02 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Jack White who says normal planning rules don't apply to mobile phone masts.

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2025-12-15 Horror In Bondi, Road Death Monuments, Penny Dinners At Xmas & More...

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 15:41:09 GMT

PJ hears about the shocking attack in Bondi, looks at efforts to prevent road death monuments at accident sites, learns what Penny Dinners is doing to help at Xmas. And more...

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Terror In The Australian High Summer - Bondi Shattered By Hate Crime

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 15:30:01 GMT

PJ talks to Suzi O'Brien who runs a hair business near where the bloodshed happened.

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Is F1 The New Top Gun? Oscar Buzz and Box Office Records

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 12:15:50 GMT

Crossy debates with PJ if the "snooty" Academy will embrace this high-octane crowd-pleaser or if it will be snubbed despite the massive viewership.

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Sliding Cat Food Under Tommy Tiernan’s Door! Fred Cooke Ahead Of His Cork Visit

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 12:10:39 GMT

Comedian Fred Cooke reveals backstage secrets to PJ Coogan

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Carrigaline's Teacher Tadhg Is Spreading The Science Love

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:36:45 GMT

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Perfume Gift Buying Tips!

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:36:09 GMT

PJ unravels the mystery of how to buy a perfume for someone with Mary Jane O'Regan

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Who's in the House? Peggy the Dame Takes Over PJ's Show!

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:34:52 GMT

Fionula Linehan, Ireland's only female panto dame, discusses stepping into the iconic role of Peggy Toomey and bringing pure Cork humor to the stage at the Everyman Panto with PJ Coogan

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What's On The Minds Of The People Using Penny Dinners This Xmas?

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:12:48 GMT

PJ hears the views of those getting support at Penny Dinners from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne who spoke to them

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We Will Fix Xmas For People But 2026 Will Be A Lot Of Hurt - Catriona Twomey Of Penny Dinners

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:03:13 GMT

Catriona Twomey talks to Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne about the vicious effects of the Cost Of Living Crisis

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Katie O'Keefe Gets The Story Behind The Patrick St Rotary Tree

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:48:31 GMT

Katie O'Keefe looks at the story behind a new Cork tradition.

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Bereaved Families Horrified By Talk Of Roadside Memorial Ban

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:42:36 GMT

PJ talks to Susan Gray who says removing the memorial to her late husband who died in a road collision would add to the hurt

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2025-12-12 GAA Ref Shortage, Drug Ship Costs Soar, SHARE Collectors In Studio & More...

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:53:17 GMT

PJ hears abuse may mean the GAA is short referees for matches, learns more about the soaring cost of drug ship MV Matthew, chats with SHARE collectors Rebecca and Ryan. And more...

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14 Year Old Lottie From Cork Will Sing For Ireland In Junior Eurovision Tomorrow And Your Vote Counts!

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:40:31 GMT

While Lottie rehearses PJ chats to mum Celine. To vote for Lottie tomorrow go to JESC.TV and select Ireland plus two other countries to cast your free vote

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Ruby Horse On Boston Back Rooms To Billboard Dreams

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:22:24 GMT

Joe Philpott gives PJ an honest, uplifting look at chasing a dream, losing it, and finding something even better along the way. Joe will be signing copies of his book "All Roads Lead To Where You Are" in Waterstones today, Fri Dec 12th 5-7pm

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As SHARE Hit The Streets In Cork PJ Chats To Ryan Wiley & Rebecca Egar In Studio

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:57:04 GMT

PJ talks to Ryan and Rebecca about how the legendary Cork Christmas event comes together

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Diane The New Network Cork President On Being Better Together

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:43:48 GMT

PJ chats to Diane of Diane Higgins Design who has a remarkable story.

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Save Money At Xmas With Tips From Bonkers

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:40:33 GMT

PJ talks to Daragh Cassidy of Bonkers who has some festive ideas for getting value without cutting fun

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Sleigh What! Xmas Choral Con Fusion On Sunday

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:38:37 GMT

Choral Con Fusion's Adam Lacey chats to PJ about their event this Sun in St Peters North Main St at 7pm

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Xmas Sandwich Ideas From Alex Petit

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:35:11 GMT

Everyone's mad about Christmas sandwiches this year and our listeners have plenty of ideas. Alex Petit Executive chef from Trigon Hotels has more ideas to stir up your appetite.

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MV Matthew - The €20m Drug Ship!

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 10:30:40 GMT

PJ talks to Seamus McGrath TD who got astounding details off Revenue in the Oireachtas yesterday.

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Rotary Tree In Patrick St

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 10:25:48 GMT

PJ talks to Tom Woodward about what has become a beautiful Cork tradition for a good cause.

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GAA Getting Short Of Refs Because Of Abuse

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 10:18:19 GMT

PJ talks to Fin and Kev about the abuse of refs that is coming home to roost!

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Which Chocolate Selection Box Is The Best Value?

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 10:16:23 GMT

PJ talks to Cork Beo's Eoin Shortiss who did some REALLY serious research

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2025-12-11 Danish Retailer For Argos Grand Parade, Hoggy's City Hall Reception Last Night, SHARE Xmas Dinner & More...

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:45:36 GMT

PJ hears that Normal, the Danish retailer, are taking over the Argos slot in Grand Parade, learns all about the City Hall reception for Hoggy, finds out what happens at the SHARE Xmas Dinner. And more...

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Our Girl Mairead Kavanagh From Douglas Announced President of Women’s European Gymnastics!

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 13:05:09 GMT

It's a fast growing sport and PJ hears Mariead is right at the heart of it!

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Getting To Know Photographer Anna Groniecka The New Network West Cork President

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 13:02:10 GMT

PJ learns some surprising and impressive things about Anna!

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The Portrait You Never Thought You Could Afford

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:54:17 GMT

Renowned West Cork artist Daire Lynch tells PJ he is making luxury portraiture accessible—one heirloom at a time.

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Ballincolligs Sophie Is The Girl Who Sent Hope In Teddy Bears

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:50:03 GMT

Fourteen-year-old Sophie’s donated toys sped across continents to bring comfort to children who’d lost theirs in devastating floods her dad James tells PJ

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Bikers Toy Run 2025 Is Happening This Weekend

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:25:51 GMT

Audrey Kelleher tells PJ all about this years run happening on Sunday organized by Shamrock Rose MCC in aid of The Children's Leukemia Association, Barnardos and Cork Penny Dinners

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Caseys Bar A Safe Haven For Young People

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:22:53 GMT

PJ talks to James Casey who runs Caseys in Clonakilty and was inspired by some city bars who allow young people separated from friends or feel threatened to come in and get in contact with their parents.

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Paul Byrne Joins The SHARE Xmas Party

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:00:37 GMT

PJ hears from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne who was at the Xmas Dinner Party for SHARE and had some great fun.

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A Bus Means So Much For Kids With Special Needs

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:32:46 GMT

PJ talks to Claire Vernon, Principal of Scoil Aislinn Boreenmanna Rd on why the school needs a bus to encounter the outside world

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City Celebrates Hurling Legend Hoggy With Civic Reception

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:25:27 GMT

The Lord Mayor had a civic reception for Hoggy last night and 96FM's Finbarr McCarthy was there and spoke to both.

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Grand Parade Argos Unit To House Danish Retailer "Normal"

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:15:22 GMT

PJ talks to Catherine Shannahan of the Irish Examiner who broke the story.

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Help With Childcare Costs On The Way But Is It Going To Work?

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:13:02 GMT

PJ talks to Ollie Sheehan of Mary Geary’s Creche in Carrigtohill about the government change in income thresholds for help with childcare

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2025-12-10 War Over Tips For Living With Parents, An M&M Burger In The Victorian Quarter, Palestine Blew Up While I Got My Degree & More...

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 15:43:19 GMT

PJ hears people are outraged by the Dept Of Housing reposting tips on living with parents, tries out an M&M Son Of A Bun burger, learns how Sarraj saw Palestine torn to pieces while he completed a degree course here. And more...

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Controversial "Living With Mum & Dad" Video Causes Anger UPDATED

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 14:04:00 GMT

PJ talks to Senator Laura Harmon and Darragh Toal about the controversy surrounding a video giving tips on how to live with mum and dad that was shared by the Dept of Housing on their social media UPDATED with response from Seamus McGrath TD.

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Christine Has Made Her Home Here

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 14:02:30 GMT

Christine had been visiting Ireland from Boston a long time but lockdown convinced her it was time to make Cork a home

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Top Of The Class But Heartbreak For Palestine

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 13:52:19 GMT

Sarraj Alsersawi came to Ireland for a computer degree and finished top of the class but while he was here the Israeli action in Gaza destroyed the life he knew and he tells PJ about his new life in Cork.

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A Beef Burger With M&Ms!

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:20:51 GMT

PJ talks to the gang at Son Of A Bun about their new burger with their usual excellent meat and M&M candy!

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Would You Use An AI Stylist?

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 11:42:24 GMT

Georgina used the new ASOS AI stylist and tells PJ what it was like.

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Sharenting Means Everyone Knows Your Daughter!

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 11:00:10 GMT

PJ talks to Alex Cooney the CEO of Cyber Safe Kids about both the problem with sharing pics of your kids that strangers can see and also about the new Australian ban on children using social platforms.

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Lough Is Great To Visit!

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:27:13 GMT

PJ talks to Stephanie from Lulu's who says it's a great day out and even remember to feed the swans!

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Xmas Gifts For Teacher - What About SNA, Bus Driver? Where Does It End?

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:02:11 GMT

As the cost of living keeps rising PJ talks to Jen Hogan of the Irish Times about the rising cost of gifts for all the people who work with your child.

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2025-12-09 Synchronize Roadworks With Traffic? Live Crib In School, Table Dressings Fit For A Queen & More...

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 15:09:56 GMT

PJ hears calls to ban roadworks at traffic peaks, learns how Cork school Coláiste Éamann Rís put together a live crib, learns a Cobh textiler makes table dressings fit for a Queen. And more...

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Cops Catch Cows - How Rustlers Were Beaten In West Cork

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 13:27:44 GMT

PJ hears from Cllr Finbarr Harrington that the bizarre case of 18 cattle stolen from a farmer has been cracked.

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Choosing Your First Love Or The Love Of Your Life - Eternity

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 13:19:18 GMT

PJ talks to our man in movies Thomas Crosse about Eternity which is now in cinemas.

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Pizza, Pockets and Pure Cork Pride

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 13:14:01 GMT

Tom Harrington and his sons Mark and Scott look back with PJ on decades of late nights, fresh chips, loyal staff, and their new food business. TomToms, shaped by Cork

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A Cork Tablecloth For Xmas - It's Fit For A Queen

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:25:58 GMT

Continuing our look at uniquely Cork ways to celebrate Christmas, PJ talk to Cobh textiler Carmel Creaner who quit engineering to follow her first love with a craft business that even the late Queen of England used! See also carmelcreaner.com

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Carbon Cleanse A Nifty Idea From The Lads At Coláiste an Spioraid Naoimh

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 11:57:30 GMT

PJ talks to John Duggan one of the team behind a remarkable mini-company that shows Cork is bursting with enterprise.

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Live Crib At Coláiste Éamann Rís

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 11:03:07 GMT

PJ talks to school principal Aaron Wolfe and to Marcus from Agri Aware who supplied the animals.

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Rob's Petition For Roadworks To Take Account Of Traffic Is Catching On!

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:58:18 GMT

Rob says that the people who operate roadworks need to take traffic into account and he tells PJ he has a lot of signatures already for his petition which you can see here

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CCTV Lies Unused While Guards Draw Up Guidelines

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:47:01 GMT

Cllr Ian Doyle explains to PJ that without guidelines from the Guards, GDPR says the council cannot use their CCTV to catch criminals.

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Storm Bram Outlook

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:44:46 GMT

Cathal Nolan from Ireland's Weather Channel, David Joyce from Cork City Council and listeners update PJ on the weather.

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2025-12-08 Corks Toy Show Heroes, New Boss At Quay Coop, Kabin Studio Kids Back Team Ireland And More...

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 15:44:16 GMT

PJ talks to the Cork kids that rocked the Late Late Toy Show, hears what plans My Goodness have once they have taken over The Quay Coop, chats to Sparky and GMC about the Kabin Studio and Team Ireland. And more...

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Northside Rising - Kabin Crew Kids Powering Cork’s New Sound

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:56:22 GMT

Gary and Sparky break down their brand-new collab with Team Ireland to PJ and talk about the young performers making our sound national. Sound of the Northside By The Cabin Crew with the Irish National Orchestra 8pm Curtis Auditorium Cork School of Music. Tix through Eventbrite

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Late Late Toy Show Celebs Declan, Aoife & Tara Chat To PJ

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:50:00 GMT

They stole the show on Friday night and PJ just has to hear from them! Corks Toy Show stars talk about their night. Catch up on the Late Late Toy Show here

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The Trump Exodus: Two Americans, One Irish Refuge

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:17:18 GMT

Michael Presnal and Natalia Lange tell PJ why they felt they had to leave America because of the policies of the Trump administration. You can check out John's art on johnmaloof.com

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What Will The New Cork North Road Mean For Jobs, Housing And Business?

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 11:40:48 GMT

PJ gets some views from Conor Healy of Cork Chamber about the Cork Northern Distributor Multi-Modal Route

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96FM Listeners To The Rescue For Family Hit By Fire

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 11:16:40 GMT

PJ talks to Sharon and Joe who are helping out a woman who lost everything to a fire among others in need over Xmas. You can lend a helping hand too!

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An Exciting Future For The Quay Coop With My Goodness

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 11:08:12 GMT

PJ talks to Virginia O'Gara about their plans when they take over the beloved Quay Coop in January.

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Cork Butter Museum Launches Exciting Ways To Learn More About Cork And Butter

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 10:42:17 GMT

Dr Danielle O'Donovan tells PJ about exciting new ways to enjoy a unique piece of Cork

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Senseless Vandalism Of Mahon Bus Stop So Infuriating

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 10:32:51 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Honore Kamegni who lives across from the bus shelter which was shattered over the weekend.

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Tourists Still Welcome In Canaries

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 10:30:35 GMT

Chris, a 96FM regular who lives in the Canaries talks to PJ about anti-tourism protests being exaggerated in newspaper coverage.

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Was There A "Tornado" In Midleton Plus Yellow Warning

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 09:57:10 GMT

Alan O'Reilly of Carlow Weather explains that tornado-like phenomenon in Midleton overnight and looks ahead to the yellow rain and wind warnings that kick in at 9pm

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2025-12-05 Toy Show Excitement, Cork's Olivia Started The Petition That Took RTE Out Of Eurovision, Cork's Bungalow Bob Fixer-Upper & More...

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:33:15 GMT

PJ joins in the excitement of The Late Late Toy Show with Patrick Kielty and a Ceoltas U12s from Cork performing tonight, finds out about the Cork woman whose petition ended up with RTE pulling out of the Eurovision, learns a bit of DIY from Corks Bungalow Bob. And more...

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Public Vote, Public Outcry: The Eurovision Debate

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:53:42 GMT

PJ and Adam McCallig talk about why Israel dominated last year’s public vote—and why are broadcasters raising concerns?

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Corks Bungalow Bob Talks To PJ About His 70s Bungalow Renovation Project

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:43:25 GMT

PJ talks to James Corcoran who has hit 20,000 followers on his Instagram showing how he is bringing the house up to scratch. See also @bungalow_bob

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Ballinspittle Smallies Ready To Rock Reels On The Toy Show

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:30:03 GMT

Roseaire Cagney chats with PJ as she heads with the Ballinspittle Ceoltas Branch Under 12s to get the feet tapping on The Late Late Toy Show tonight

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"Born That Way" Champions An American Who Helped Irelands People With Disabilities

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:24:19 GMT

PJ talks to Skibbereen man Adrian McCarthy the Producer "Born That Way", showing in the Arc Cinema over the weekend about Patrick Lydon,a US activist who founded inclusive Camphill communities in Ireland to champion a shared life of equality for people with and without disabilities.

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Forget 12 Pubs Ken's Doing 12 Runs For Xmas To Help Corks Homeless

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:19:54 GMT

PJ chats to Kenneth Crinnion now on his 3rd day of 12 half marathons. If you want to donate, you can find the link on the Friends With Heart Facebook page

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How Do You Sleep Well When You're Sick?

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 11:06:09 GMT

With the virus hitting us all, many of us are spending restless nights which leave us washed out in the morning. Sleep expert Tom Coleman has good advice for PJ Coogan

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Let Someone Else Have The Stress Of Xmas Decorations!

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:39:44 GMT

Shops do it, bars do it and now time-stressed families are doing it! PJ talks to Denis McCarthy of folium.ie

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Patrick Kielty Talks About Being The Grinch Of The Toy Show

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:25:38 GMT

Patrick Kielty talks to our Onic colleague Kathryn Thomas about tonights show!

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Govt Needs Details Not Aspirations To Pull Off Big Projects

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:23:51 GMT

Details show commitment and living in the real world Andrew Brownlee, the CEO of the Construction Industry Federation. Let's not fail to prepare he tells PJ

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Corkwoman Olivia Who Started Petition Two Years Ago Is Delighted RTE Is Boycotting Eurovision

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:48:55 GMT

PJ talks to Olivia who says she still can't believe RTE is boycotting the Eurovision over Israel's campaign in Gaza but still more work needs to be done.

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2025-12-04 e-Scooter Brain Injuries, Govt Housing Plan, Best Xmas Sandwich & More...

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:03:23 GMT

PJ hears the injuries children get on e-scooters are frightening, talks to Johanna Murphy about the Government Housing Plan, continues his quest for a great Xmas sanger. And more...

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PJ's Hunt For Great Xmas Sandwiches Brings Him To Tidbits In Douglas

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:28:34 GMT

PJ chats to Rebecca from Tidbits who are selling a Xmas sandwich that has loads of people talking! See here for photo!

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Buying A Xmas Tree Has Become A Family Making Memories Moment

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:23:02 GMT

PJ talks to Patrick Lehane of Castletreasure Christmas Trees (Donnybrook) who says families now let the kids choose the tree and teach them a bit about the environment too.

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A School For DIY And It's Coming To Cork

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:16:46 GMT

PJ talks to Declan Buggy of the Irish School of DIY theirishschoolofdiy.ie

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Compostable Aprons Make Hospitals Safer And Win Award For Corks HaPPE

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:10:11 GMT

PJ talks to Dr Mary O'Riordan, Co-Founder CEO of Cork firm HaPPE Earth, who won a big award for their superb idea

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Auctioneer Johanna Murphy On Govt Housing Plan

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:07:10 GMT

PJ goes through elements of the plan with Johanna

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Cork Laid Low By Extreme Cold Virus

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:38:55 GMT

PJ finds out what's going on from Dr John Sheehan

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Update On Féile O'Sullivan The West Cork Girl Who Lost Her Legs In Farm Accident

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:32:19 GMT

PJ gets an update from friend of the family, Cllr Finbarr Harrington.

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Ireland's Wealth Doubled Since The Bailout - Who Are These Rich People?

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:24:03 GMT

PJ hears from John Lowe about the significant amount of savers in Ireland

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Bishop Lucey Park Revamp Still Not Winning Fans

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:11:16 GMT

PJ talks to Mary who says that the park should be given to handyman and enthusiast groups to remodel.

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e-scooter Crashes Causing Lifelong Brain Injuries

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 10:09:46 GMT

PJ talks to Dr Chris Luke about the dangers of brain injury from a crash in a scooter which is higher than with ordinary bicycles

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2025-12-03 Truck Blocks Traffic, Kelly Meets 90s Heart-Throbs 5ive, Taxi Break-In Leaves Driver Stranded & More...

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:22:52 GMT

PJ hears about the traffic in Coburg St area after a truck got stuck, talks to Club 96 Kelly who met 5ive overnight, learns Junaid will be off the road as a taxi driver because thugs smashed the glass on his car. And more...

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Improv Panto Starts This Weekend!

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:47:58 GMT

PJ talks to Laura O'Mahony and Declan Wolfe about the Panto that's strictly for adults. See also here

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Fun Friendship & Fantastic Adventures For Those With Additional Needs

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:40:27 GMT

PJ talks to Morgan O'Mahony about what the Marvel Club does. See also themarvelclub.net

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Winter Weddings Getting So Popular

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:35:34 GMT

PJ chats with Ygraine Hackett-Cantabrana of savemyday.ie and Fernhill Wedding Co-Ordinator Ellie Quinn

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Comedian Colin Murphy On Loving Cork

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:32:29 GMT

PJ talks to Colin who is coming to Cork Dec 6th for the City Limits Comedy Club

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Breaking The Circuit - Kerrie-Anne Is Making Trades Great Again

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 11:17:46 GMT

Kerrie Anne Fitzgerald tells PJ why taking a trade could be your best move

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Change In Weather Coming With Risk Of Floods In West Cork

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 11:06:02 GMT

PJ hears the latest from Alan O'Reilly of Carlow Weather

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Cork Taxi Driver On Damage To Livelihood Following Theft Monday Night

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 11:04:47 GMT

Junaid tells PJ about the spate of car crime which hit him on Monday.

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Ryanair Prime Gone & Careful Of The Duty-Free

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:51:20 GMT

Eoghan Corry travelextra.ie on Ryanair Prime shutting down and crackdown on excess duty free cigarettes

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Kelly O'Sullivan From Club 96 Meets Five

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:45:04 GMT

Kelly went to see them in Dublin yesterday and what a nostalgia trip!

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All Change In Youghal's Moby Dicks

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:14:24 GMT

Kevin Linehan says he's closing down and tells PJ he hopes to find a new buyer who will continue to run the Hollywood-connected pub.

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Traffic Brought To Standstill By Truck

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:07:34 GMT

Ken Perrott gives PJ the details of why traffic snarled up this morning in the Coburg St area

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Welded Up Drains Making Floods Worse

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:04:46 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Marie O'Sullivan who says communal drains can be sealed up and that adds to flood risk

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2025-12-02 Drug Ship Soaring Cost, Tasers For Guards, ADHD Help & More...

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:07:31 GMT

Paul Byrne asks why we are still paying so much for the MV Matthew, learns about plans to roll out tasers for Guards, talks to a man who says a new ADHD tool has proven invaluable. And more...

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Caves, Claws, & Viking Gold Secrets From The Underground

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:07:09 GMT

From perforated wolf teeth to the largest Viking necklace in Ireland, Dr. Dowd shares the thrill of cave archaeology with Paul Byrne

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Dwyers Bar Wins Best Late Night Bar In The Whole Country!

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:56:55 GMT

Paul talks to Rebekah O'Mara from Dwyers where they are celebrating a win against tough competition.

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New Tools For ADHD

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:44:08 GMT

Paul talks to James, who works in IT and lives with ADHD about a new tool that has helped him and he also talks to Martin Finn, ADHD Ireland's Cork Service Development Manager

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Dogs Are Great - Just Not As A Xmas Present!

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:12:06 GMT

Paul talks to Joyce Buttimer from Little Paws

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Elf On The Shelf Needs Ideas For New Antics!

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:04:27 GMT

Paul Byrne asks Katie O'Keefe from the 96FM newsroom if she has any ideas to help!

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Guards Testing Out Tasers

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:54:57 GMT

Paul speaks to Padraig Harrington of the Garda Representative Association.

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Pete The Builder On Making Your Home Cosy

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:44:12 GMT

Paul gets some jargon free tips from Pete who is in Moran Silversprings on Thursday at 7pm for a look at making your home warmer in association with Envirobead

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Morgan The Trucker On His Co-Pilot Doggie Charlie

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:20:30 GMT

Paul catches up with Morgan, who has become a bit of a celeb because of his little friend!

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Barring Orders Are No Good If People Break Them

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:15:47 GMT

Paul talks to Cynthia Ní Mhurchú MEP about the alarming rise in people breaking barring orders

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High Demand For Ambulance Service

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:00:02 GMT

Paul hears people should try and use other ways of getting problems looked after from Ger O'Dea Community Engagement Manager with the National Ambulance Service

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When Will The MV Matthew Get Sorted?

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 09:41:15 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Seamus McGrath TD who has raised the issue with the Minister for Finance

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2025-12-01 Crime At The Café, The Hotel That Hugs You, Xmas Mince Pies Like You've Never Tasted & More...

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 15:39:27 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to the owners of Coffee Scape about how hard it is to recover after just one criminal incident, hears John talk about The Talbot in Midleton - the hotel that hugs you, learns what a proper mince pie tastes like from Tim O'Kennedy from The Pie Guys. And more...

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Tinder For Toys - The Toy Library Helps Keep Plastic At Bay!

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 13:02:03 GMT

Paul talks to Giorgia who runs the library.

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Cork Rose Nancy Lehane Has Climbed Carrauntoohil 10 Times And This Time For A Purpose

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:54:16 GMT

Cork Rose Nancy Lehane tells Paul Byrne that the first time she climbed the mountain was when she was 5! Her most recent climb was to help men's mental health for Movember

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Katie O'Keefe Goes Xmas Tree Shopping!

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:42:15 GMT

Paul hears from Katie in the 96FM newsroom who went to christmastree.ie

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Crime Prevention Tips From Anglesea Street's Sgt Mick O'Connell

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:45:50 GMT

Paul Byrne hears that thieves have Xmas plans too from Sgt Mick O'Connell

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A Decade of Heating Hell in Council Flats

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:35:31 GMT

Paul talks to Jerrica and Sean about conditions in Glanmoy in Mayfield

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90s Fresh Air Games Are Back For Kids

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:33:35 GMT

Paul Byrne hears from Brian Fox of Regatta that parents and kids are going outdoors more

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"Stacked Against You" Youghal Businessman On Dine & Dash, Taxes And The Railway

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:11:15 GMT

Facing an €8,900 electric bill and constant new costs, Padraig Hennessy pulls back the curtain on the brutal realities of running a family pub in modern Ireland to Paul Byrne

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Christmas Dinner In A Pie & A Jumbo Xmas Mince Pie!

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:36:48 GMT

Paul talks about The Case for Deliciousness with Tim O'Kennedy from The Pie Guys who wants Cork to forget soggy, processed pies

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The Hotel That Hugs You How The Talbot Shared John's Cancer Joy

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:27:44 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to John Doyle who shared good news on his cancer journey with staff in the Talbot Midleton and got a nice surprise to add to a good day

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Crime At The Cafe Inga & Jakub At Coffe Scape On Window Smasher

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 09:53:52 GMT

Paul talks to Inga and Jakub who say it will take a lot of coffees to make up for the repairs

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2025-11-28 Regulate Food Delivery Drivers? Addiction & Mental Health Crisis On The Streets, Xmas Light Season & More...

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 15:53:55 GMT

Paul Byrne hears calls for food delivery apps to regulate for safety on the road, talks about the addiction and mental health crisis on our streets, learns of two great places to step into Christmas with festive lights. And more...

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Xmas Lights Switch On: Slatterys In Kilworth & Castlewest Ballincollig

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 13:27:23 GMT

Paul talks to Shane Slattery about his famous Coca Cola truck Xmas light display in Kilworth (Eircode P61 FV18) that will be switched on 6pm on Sunday and to John Doherty of Castlewest Shopping Centre in Ballincollig who will have Santa switch on the their lights at 6pm this evening.

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Cinderella Panto To Feature My Canine Companion Labradoodle

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 12:55:42 GMT

Paul talks to Nicole Duggan of My Canine Companion about their new star of the stage

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Lucy Kelly & Mum Catherine On TV Sunday Night Talking About The Late Late Toy Show Appeal & The Crann Centre

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 12:45:09 GMT

Paul hears from Catherine who is so proud of Lucy who was chosen for the program to talk about the Crann Centre. 'Unwrapped: The Toy Show Appeal' is on this Sunday at 7.30pm on RTÉ One and the RTÉ Player.

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Cork Coffee Business Fzin Compostable Coffee Capsules Scoops E10k Three Ireland Award

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 12:34:54 GMT

Paul gets to know more about Fzin, who are in the news for winning a Three Ireland grant, from managing partner Sofia Kalfa

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Christine Kavanagh & Rosalyn Barrett Of The Kindness Krew Live In Studio With Paul

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 12:26:58 GMT

Paul talks to Christine Kavanagh who lost four sons and to Rosalyn Barrett of The Kindness Krew about the crisis on our streets caused by drug addiction and mental health problems.

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Angie Benhaffaf Mum Of Separated Conjoined Twins Hassan & Husse Wins Lidl’s Family Carer of the Year

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:24:42 GMT

Angie talks to Paul about doing the best for her boys and getting a surprise when she won

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Huge Surge In Calls To Vincent De Paul

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:06:59 GMT

Paul Byrne asks Cormac O'Sullivan of the Vincent De Paul how they are coping and how the families are coping.

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E-Bike Riders And Accidents

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:45:53 GMT

Trevor had hundreds of Euro of damage done to his car when an e-bike crashed into the back of it. He says because there is no insurance, getting compensation is tough.

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Time For Delivery Apps To Take Responsibility For Their Riders?

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:43:22 GMT

Amel tells Paul Byrne that companies that deliver food should take steps to ensure their drivers/riders are safe on the road.

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2025-11-27 Passengers Shield Bus Driver, Danny Morrison On A Life Changed By The Troubles, Playlists For Your Doggo & More...

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 16:38:46 GMT

PJ hears of an incident where passengers had to shield a bus driver from thugs, talks to Danny Morrison in advance of his Friday Spailpín Fánach book launch, learns how to craft a playlist that keeps doggo happy. And more...

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Great Art of Cork And Signed Katie Taylor Boxing Glove Among The Lots In Lions Club Auction

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 13:02:32 GMT

PJ hears from Denise O 'Reilly of Cork Lions Club about their online auction starting Black Friday to raise money for the less fortunate over Xmas which includes Cork art and signed boxing gloves from Daniel Day Lewis and Katie Taylor!

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Santa Paws This Weekend At Belrose In Upton

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:58:34 GMT

PJ joins Megan Neary Belrose Boarding Kennels & Cattery, Upton who hold their Santa Paws weekend for Guide Dogs For The Blind on Sat/Sun. Eircode is T12 EYN9

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Taxi Drivers Ireland Escalate Their Uber Protest

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:34:12 GMT

PJ talks to Derek O'Keefe, founder of Taxi Drivers Ireland about what comes next and what it means for passengers

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Sanctuary Runners 12ks Of Xmas

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:32:33 GMT

Complete 1km each day for 12 days to help Sanctuary Runners PJ hears from Graham Clifford See also here

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PJ Talks To Danny Morrison About Troubles, Bobby Sands, Chaucer And Pirate Radio!

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 11:28:25 GMT

Danny talks to PJ about how growing up during the Troubles changed the course of his life in unimaginable ways.

Danny will be doing the Cork launch of his book which, again, is called "All The Dead Voices" this Fri Nov 28th at 7pm in An Spailpín Fánach

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Blue Moon On Release This Weekend

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:51:47 GMT

PJ chats to Crossy who has seen the movie and spoken to the stars.

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Have You Tried A Playlist For Your Dog?

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:49:50 GMT

Doggie playlists are so popular that even Spotify is getting in on the act with recommended ones. PJ and Nanci Creedon chat about how to make your own for your bestie!

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Garda Award For Ailíse O'Sullivan & Naoise Qunin Who Saved The Day With A Distressed Man

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:16:50 GMT

PJ talks to Ailíse and Naoise, friends who knew exactly what to do when they came across a man in distress.

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GAA Rule Change For Youth "Superclubs" Will Turn Off Players

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:11:33 GMT

PJ talks to Donal Looney Coach at St Colmcille's who says the policy needs to change

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The CSI Behind Corks Asian Hornet Response

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:08:19 GMT

PJ talks to Dr Aidan O'Hanlon about the science that helped in our Asian hornet fight. Aidan will feature on the the next episode of 10 Things to Know About on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player Mon Dec 1st at 8.30pm

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Nasty Incident On Bus Raises Concerns For Drivers

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:03:52 GMT

Darragh tells PJ passengers ended up shielding the driver from unruly youths on a bus ride yesterday.

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2025-11-26 Sorting Uisce Eireann Helps Sort Housing, Floods Break Hearts, Cook Early For Xmas & More...

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:17:45 GMT

PJ hears how water is a big issue in solving the housing crisis, learns the heartbreak of seeing your memories destroyed by flooding, plans to start on the Christmas dinner tonight. And more...

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Xmas Movies At Triskel

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 13:04:08 GMT

Including a few you might not have come across before, Chris O'Neill tells PJ

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The Chef’s Timeline Why the Best Christmas Dinner Starts in November

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 13:02:24 GMT

PJ talks to Chef Jack O'Keefe who says life is easier and tastier on Xmas Day if you take a few steps now. See also @chefjackokeeffe

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Black Friday Holiday Bargains!

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 12:57:49 GMT

PJ hears only the greatest savings from Sarah Slattery thetravelexpert.ie

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How Can I Figure Out What Solar Would Save Me?

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 11:56:26 GMT

PJ chats to Dara about his new website save.irish which does all the number crunching.

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Weather Change Incoming!

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 11:42:56 GMT

Cathal Nolan tells PJ what the weekend outlook is.

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Why The Irish Examiner Wants To Talk To Kind Kids

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 11:40:57 GMT

Irene Feighan, The Irish Examiner Feelgood Editor (what a nice job title!) talks to PJ about their Little Acts of Kindness idea which helps promote the Christmas Vincent De Paul Hamper fundraiser. He also talks to two callers about acts of kindness

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Let's Give Shop & Bar Workers A Courteous Christmas

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 10:57:17 GMT

PJ says not ruining Christmas for our shop and bar workers is something we can all get behind after hearing John O’Donnell of MANDATE plead for goodwill over Christmas.

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Flooding Means Losing Your Kids Photos It Takes A Part Of Your Life

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 10:53:21 GMT

PJ talks to Vivienne Jeffers, Secretary of The Gleann Fia Residents Association, who gave breath-taking testimony to the Oireachtas of the memories she lost during Storm Babet

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Can't We Sort Simple Traffic Problems In A Simple Way?

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 10:48:47 GMT

PJ talks to 3 callers who battled outlandish traffic this morning

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To Solve Building Crisis First Solve Water Crisis!

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 10:45:00 GMT

PJ talks to Michael Collins TD who says that VAT reductions for apartments will do very little compared to sorting out water and waste connections

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2025-11-25 More Cork Airport Slots For Prague Soccer, Highly Visible Policing For Cork, Ozempic And Restaurant Portion Sizes & More...

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:33:27 GMT

PJ hears good news for soccer fans, looks at a change in city centre policing, asks if more people are skipping dessert when eating out. And more...

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Win-Win-Waste How Businesses Are Helping Cork Beat Food Waste With Bargains

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 12:25:44 GMT

This Black Friday, why not bag a food waste bargain that cuts food waste and tastes delish? PJ talks to Michaela O'Leary from Too Good To Go to find out how it really works

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Girl Math & Gucci Are The New Rules of Sustainable Style

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 12:22:06 GMT

PJ chats to the girl who has got all the style, Rosalind Lipsett, about building a circular wardrobe, from finding designer deals for charity to the power of a good local tailor. If you fancy a quick pre-Xmas shopping trip to Dublin, there's a major pre-owned event featuring Rosalind this weekend. 'Reruns' happens on Fade Street this Saturday and Sunday. Tix from Eventbrite See here

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Xmas Singalong Social Craic Mechanics

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:46:25 GMT

What's a Craic Mechanic? Find out because they're running a great singalong at Counting House Plaza on South Main Street 4pm Sun Dec 7th. PJ talks to Craic Mechanic Irene O'Meara to find out more.

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The Tulips and the Ash Amsterdam's Munstermen Are Leinster Champs! Er, What?

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:28:02 GMT

A band of Cork, Limerick, and Offaly men living in the Netherlands become the most unlikely Leinster provincial champions in the history of the GAA

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Want Better Bus Info Than TFIs App? Try This!

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:17:06 GMT

PJ hears from James who explains why bustimes.org is better

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Bantry Flood Works - Loads Of Promises And Little Action

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:15:26 GMT

Diarmaid Murphy of the Bantry Business Association says it's hard to get businesses into the town or to expand when there is so much uncertainty on flooding

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Accident Clean Up Crews Now On Cork Roads But Need Garda Support

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:51:46 GMT

Cllr Peter Horgan tells PJ measures to clear up traffic after an accident have helped but to be really effective Guards need to be assigned as well

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48 New Guards For Cork On High Visibility Patrols

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:46:44 GMT

PJ talks to Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne who spoke to Chief Superintendent Tom Myers about the new initiative

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Patrons Tastes Change In Restaurants

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:45:03 GMT

Kate Ryan maps food and eating out trends on flavour.ie and she says smaller portion sizes are a thing too

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Ozempic Hitting The Restaurant Trade?

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:11:54 GMT

Top Restaurateur JP McMahon chats with PJ about changing trends in the restaurant trade with people going home earlier and choosing smaller portions

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Tower Vandalism So Frustrating

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 10:08:05 GMT

Cathy Kennedy, Chairperson Tower Community Association, tells PJ there was a lot of hard work to make the beloved town look its best all ruined in a night

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Cork Airport Announces Extra Flights For Prague Republic Of Ireland Playoff

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:35:21 GMT

Barry Holland, Communications Manager for Cork Airport has good news for PJ and all soccer fans!

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Portugal Bans Ryanair From Banning Paper Boarding Passes!

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:32:55 GMT

PJ asks Eoghan Corry of travelextra.ie if other countries will follow suit

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2025-11-24 Learners On The Roads, Corks Presidential Tee-Shirt, N20 Needs Action & More...

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 17:46:09 GMT

PJ wonders if we will ever get to a reasonable amount of Learners on the road, talks to the Cork woman who designed a cool tee-shirt of new President Catherine Connolly, hears why it's urgent to improve the N20. And more...

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Corks Catherine Connolly Keepy-Uppy Tee

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:27:08 GMT

When a photo of Ireland's new president, Catherine Connolly, playing "keepy-uppy" went viral, designer Emily O'Shea knew it was iconic. She turned that moment into a handmade, sustainable t-shirt that's now in demand from Cork to Australia, she tells PJ Check out @emilyy.oshea on Instagram

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Charging Ahead With Corks EV Journey

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:14:36 GMT

Derek Riley from Nevo, Ireland's largest EV channel separates fact from fiction with PJ. Well worth a listen if you're considering the switch or just EV-curious. If you want to meet Derek and see the new XPENG range as well he will be hosting the Q&A at Newmarket Motors next Thu Nov 27th, from 7 pm as part of their 261 Open Weekend.

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Corks Xmas Car Has A Permit Problem - Anyone Can Help?

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:10:37 GMT

PJ talks to Paul Prout, the man who droves that incredible car with Xmas lights on it. He's got a problem, he wants to collect money for CUH kids but he can't get a permit over safety concerns. Can anyone see a way to make this happen?

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Bryan's Cautionary Tale About A Scammer

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:57:23 GMT

PJ talks to Byran who fell for a very convincing text

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The Murray Moments - Cloud Nine With Conor Murray

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:16:22 GMT

Rugby is more than a sport; it's a rollercoaster of emotion which PJ and Conor capture as they discuss his new Book Cloud Nine. Conor will be signing books in Eason Patrick St on Sat Nov 29th at 1pm

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Why Your Creche Might Be Shutting Down

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:12:27 GMT

A childcare crisis is brewing as 151 creches have officially withdrawn from the government's core funding scheme. Now, providers are planning an unprecedented step: a coordinated shutdown in protest. PJ is joined by Elaine Dunne, Chair of the Federation of Early Childhood Providers, to discuss why operators say the scheme is failing. She explains the rising costs, the "anger" from parents, and why providers feel they have no other choice but to take this drastic action.

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Breakdown In School Secretaries Talks Could Mean More Disruption In Schools

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:59:45 GMT

PJ talks to Noreen O'Callaghan from Watergrasshill who is Secretary Fórsa's School Secretaries Branch about the talks which broke down

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Stolen Car In Cobh - Can You Help?

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:24:23 GMT

PJ talks to Sean Lawlor whose 171D59834 Toyota Fielder (import estate Corolla) was just robbed at 5am from outside his door in Cooline Estate Cobh. Lots of presents in the boot so a heartbreaking thing to happen over Christmas.

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Inmar Tells PJ How Early She Has To Get Up To Beat The N20 Rush

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 09:58:13 GMT

PJ hears from Inmar about the commuter chaos on the N20 and puts it to Junior Transport Minister Jerry Buttimer that this is another example of Infrastructure Hesitancy that is crushing the country

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Cork Soup Kitchen Solution To Be Named After The Late Vanessa O'Callaghan

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 09:47:32 GMT

PJ hears from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne that Cork City Council is to provide shelter and facilities for the soup kitchens that operate on Patrick St at night

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400,000 Learner Drivers Waiting - Things Are Not Getting Better For Learners Who Need Licences

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 09:47:05 GMT

PJ talks to Ger Hyland from the Irish Road Haulage Association who says it's so obvious for safety and for filling jobs that this needs to be sorted now.

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2025-11-21 Bus Failures Threaten My Daughters Job, Kathryn Thomas On "Are We There Yet?" Podcast, Noel Gives Away Prize To Hardworking Mum & More...

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:55:28 GMT

PJ hears that bus that fail to turn up are threatening a teen's dream of her first job, talks to Kathryn Thomas about her new Onic podcast, gives a prize away to Noel who then gives it to a mum we spoke to on the show trying her best for her daughter. And more...

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A Xmas Miracle - Noel Gives Fáilte Ireland Prize To Dedicated Mum Suffering From School Transport Chaos

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:41:50 GMT

All this week on The Opinion Line we've been running a competition in association with our friends in Fáilte Ireland. When Noel won a prize his first thought was to give it to listener Deirdre Fitzgibbon who spoke about what it's like getting up early, catching busses and walking over a kilometre because her daughter Emily who lives with Down Syndrome has had her school transport fall through

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Kathryn Thomas On Her New Onic Podcast Are We There Yet

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:33:45 GMT

Kathryn chats to PJ about her new podcast which looks at how at the unpredictable twists and turns of life with guests such as Trinny Woodall and Elizabeth Day. Get it on the Onic app Android here Apple here

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Cinderella's Ugly Sisters Chloe & Zowie Join PJ In Studio

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:22:21 GMT

Cinderella Starts Nov 29th at The Everyman, PJ asks Chloe & Zowie for some inside tea about the Panto

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Some Rogue Bosses Are Finding Loopholes To Cut Pension Payments

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:17:38 GMT

An Auto-enrolment loophole is costing workers Brian Forde, Head of Financial Planning Rockwell Financial, tells PJ

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Darragh And The Lads From Macroom Met Troy Parrott

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:15:24 GMT

Darragh Deasy, the Chairperson of Macroom AFC, explains to PJ he and some of the lads from the club took a dream trip to Hungary to watch Ireland play but the way home was even better when they met Troy Parrott

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Airport, International & Metropole Hotels Win Award For Menopause Policy

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:11:45 GMT

Kathleen Lenihan, Strategic Director of HR of Trigon Hotels, tells PJ how they accommodate menopause concerns and won a Gold Standard by the Menopause Hub.

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Vogue Joins I'm A Celebrity

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:07:20 GMT

Irish Podcaster, presenter, DJ, and fitness fanatic Vogue Williams joined the jungle last night. PJ chats to Cork superfan Lorna about how she got on

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Wicked:For Good Why The Wizard Of Oz Witch Was So Wicked!

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 13:48:05 GMT

PJ chats to Crossy From The Buzz on Cork's 96FM who went to the Premiere in London

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Plunge For A Bro In Movember!

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 13:40:36 GMT

Eoghan McCarthy of Ballyhass Marketing talks cold water, hot pizza, and helping men talk about mental health to PJ Coogan To take the plunge see here

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A National Holiday For Our Soccer Playoff

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:58:35 GMT

Brion Kennedy started a petition to get a Public Holiday for the soccer playoffs next March. He tells PJ that when our soccer team does well, the whole country lifts its spirits and we should celebrate that. You can find the petition here

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Pinocchio's Toy Shop - A Great Cork Xmas Window

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:50:44 GMT

PJ chats to Wyon about how he comes up with the fabulous ideas for the Christmas windows that feature German bears, marbles, everything!

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Busses Are So Bad It's Difficult For My Daughter To Keep Her Job

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:46:49 GMT

PJ talks to Wayne who is proud of his daughter getting her first job but is so sorry for the drama she goes to just trying to get to work on time

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Lets Have Proper Loading Bays On Weekends In Cork

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:44:21 GMT

Ligita runs Ask Balloon Cork and got a parking ticket because there are no loading bays on the weekend. Is this fair?

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Black Toyota Vitz Stolen From Halfway - Can You Help?

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:19:41 GMT

Brendan says his wife’s car was stolen from Halfway village near the cakeshop last nite probably after midnight. Black Toyota Vitz (Japanese version of the Yaris) 13G5689 Can you help?

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2012-11-20 Casey's Fab Xmas Window, Driving Now Terrifies Me, €1m Stay In Cork Hotel & More...

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 16:30:00 GMT

PJ celebrates great Christmas windows in Cork shops including the OG in Caseys Furniture, hears how roads are full of rule breakers and lane changers, asks will anyone pay €1m to stay the weekend in a Cork hotel. And more...

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Helicopters, Scones & Pure Notions The World’s Most Expensive Black Friday Deal At Blue Haven

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:21:43 GMT

A helicopter, private yacht, scones and poetry PJ explores with Blue Haven Marketing Manager Dan Sweeney how a mad deal worked for them to highlight their other offerings

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Caseys - A Great Cork Xmas Shop Window!

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:19:00 GMT

PJ talks to Jennifer Murray from Caseys Furniture about a window wonderland that is a solid favorite in Cork at Christmas

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#ChooseCraftsInstead This Xmas Cork's Crafters Deliver Joy

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:12:26 GMT

From willow reindeer to ceramic nativity sets — craft gifts bring something special to the season of giving Jade tells PJ. See also corkcraftanddesign.ie

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Rudolph Cakes & Xmas Sandwiches Ellens Kitchen In Cobh Push The Boat Out For Festive Fun!

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:52:14 GMT

They've done the Great British Bake Off challenge, they've created a Christmas Sambo and now they've made a Rudolph cake with Malteser, Raspberry & White Chocolate and other options. You gotta check out their Instagram

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What's Going On With Young Fine Gael Up In UCC?

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:42:00 GMT

Bebhinn Lombard of UCC Young Fine Gael explains to PJ that they cannot register with the college and all the other main parties are and whatever the reason it needs to be sorted for democracy

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Email Campaign For A Youghal Railway Line

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:37:52 GMT

PJ chats to Michael Beecher of the East Cork Railway Alliance who knows Irish Rail want a line to Youghal that would ease traffic and housing problems but it's not in the Transport plan. Sample letter here

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Guineys - A Great Cork Xmas Window

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:33:56 GMT

PJ chats with Guiney's manager Padraig about all the Santas in the window and the tops they're doing for Christmas

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Small Joys On A Big Journey Little Ryan Will Live His Best Life With Help From Jack & Jill

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:06:00 GMT

Dad John describes to PJ the round-the-clock care Ryan needs, and how Jack & Jill’s ‘gift of time’ helps them stay strong as a family and Eileen O’Malley chats about the Jack & Jill Xmas campaign. See jackandjill.ie

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Liberty Street House - Don't Leave A Safety Net Disappear

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:57:33 GMT

Kieran warns that Liberty Street House, a crucial early-intervention service for vulnerable teens, needs support and protection

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Aisling Says Roads Have Become Absolutely Terrifying

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:29:36 GMT

PJ hears Aisling say that the rule breaking and chances being taken on the road every day has got to stop and we should all play a part in that.

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From De Barras to Made in Chelsea Shimmer Boy Has Made The Breakthrough

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:21:19 GMT

Cork's Shimmer Boy reveals to PJ how his deeply personal song about addiction was unexpectedly discovered by a hit UK TV show.

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Forcing Six-Year-Olds And Ten-Year-Olds To Choose Sides - The GAA Rule Tearing Friends Apart

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:00:48 GMT

PJ and the Chairman of Sliabh Rua, Paul Hannan, discuss how a new GAA rule may have unintended consequences

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Breakfast At The Airport - Deirdre's Impossible Journey To School After A School Transport Letdown

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:51:00 GMT

PJ talks to Deirdre who will do anything so Emily her daughter who lives with Down Syndrome and represents Ireland in Gymnastics. But she wouldn't have to if there was a proper school transport solution

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The Round Table Helped Me Find A Circle Of Friends

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:50:29 GMT

The Round Table Cork use ice skating, quizzes, and a few pints to tackle the silent epidemic of male loneliness Stephen Conran tells PJ Coogan. See also here

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"It's Not a Crying Club" - How Féileacáin Football is Helping Grieving Dads Heal

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:41:29 GMT

John O’Driscoll tells PJ the heartbreaking story of losing his daughter Willow and reveals how Féileacáin Fathers helped him heal. NEED HELP? feileacain.ie or text 085 249 6464

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600+ Objections As Incinerator Generates Heated Debate

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:24:03 GMT

PJ hears 600+ objections to the Cork Harbour incinerator plan have been lodged from Linda Fitzpatrick of CHASE

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Jacked Up Politics Takes On The Incinerator Controversy

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 11:57:03 GMT

Jack Courtney tells PJ the interest in the incinerator debate prompted him to do a special edition. See also here

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More Health Insurance Rises - This Time A Levy!

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:52:29 GMT

PJ finds out more from Irish Independent Personal Finance Editor Charlie Weston

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More Confusing Lane Changes City Centre - Why?

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:43:08 GMT

PJ talks to driving instructor Darren Mullane about how best to anticipate lane changes, other confused people and asks is there a better way?

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2025-11-19 Corks Confusing Junctions, Mum's Hardship To Get Daughter To School, Cork Singer Is Made In Chelsea Good & More...

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 05:08:00 GMT

PJ talks about the junctions that could be improved across the city, hears a harrowing account of a mum walking kilometres to get her daughter to school, celebrates Cork singer Shimmer Boy describing Made In Chelsea using his song. And more...

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2025-11-18 Tragedy In Ballinlough, Is The Peace Park Reboot Right? African Flavour To Savour & More...

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 18:18:54 GMT

PJ hears about the tragedy in Ballinlough overnight, chats about the reboot of Bishop Lucey Park (widely known as the Peace Park), talks to Michael about African/Irish fusion food. And more...

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Vote Lottie Number One In Junior Eurovision

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:53:38 GMT

Lottie is singing for Ireland in Junior Eurovision. PJ chats to her and mum Celine about how we can get behind her for an Irish win!

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Cork City Gets Its First Padel Club

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:51:10 GMT

Padel is spreading fast and Cork County has been on to it for ages, now it's time for the city boys! PJ talks to David Farrell, boss at The Hive.

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Now Match The Views Of The Beautiful Old Head Of Kinsale With Delicious Milk Treats

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:49:30 GMT

PJ talks to Stephen McCarthy of Old Head Milk about how boredom during the COVID-19 Lockdown led to his selling vending machine milk drinks fresh from the farm. Eircode P17 RX37

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A Flavour Safari Of Africa And Ireland

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:44:57 GMT

PJ talks to Michael Onalimi of Flavour Safari African Fusion Sauces learning how he got his kitchen skills from working with his mother in Nigeria. See also here

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Some Simple Tips To Take Less Processed Foods

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:04:49 GMT

PJ chats with Jens Walter, a professor with APC Microbiome Ireland UCC about why processed foods are not great but also gets some simple tips to get healthy in a few bites

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What's Happening With The Swans In The Lough?

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:02:33 GMT

PJ hears from wildlife enthusiast and swan lover Ted Dineen who has been helping them

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Captain Americas, Debenhams And Other Great Things About Cork In The 2010s

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:00:55 GMT

Lucy's posted on TikTok (@everythingbylucy) about things she missed from the 2010s and it went surprisingly viral she tells PJ

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Upcycling & Recycling Clothes Made Fun At Restyle Cork

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:57:58 GMT

PJ chats to Theo Dillon about ReStyle Cork happening Nov 30th at the Cork College of FET Douglas St with workshops, demonstrations, exhibitions, a repair café, clothes swapping and even a full fashion show. And the MC will be our own Derry O’Callaghan. See also @restyle.cork on Instagram

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Paddy Prendeville Of The Phoenix On The Resignation Of Paschal Donohoe And Other Politics

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:41:17 GMT

The Finance Minister is joining the World Bank, PJ gets reaction from the Editor of The Phoenix Paddy Prendeville who also talks about the Phoenix annual out now.

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Franciscan Well Bar & Microbrewery Is Safe!

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:09:29 GMT

Shane Long tells PJ they're open for business at the Franciscan Well, even the microbrewery is! It's the brewery alone which is closing and that's a different thing to even the microbrewery.

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Bishop Lucey Park Revamp - Did It Hit The Mark?

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 10:52:08 GMT

PJ chats with city centre businessman Paul Walsh who runs 3 Little Piggies about whether the new Bishop Lucey Park is a hit or a miss

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Tragedy In Ballinlough

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 10:36:36 GMT

PJ talks to Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne who broke the story last night

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2025-11-17 Massive Overnight Fire In Little Island, Xmas Lights Car In Patrick St, Helping Good Men Be Great Men & More...

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 16:26:01 GMT

PJ takes calls on the overnight fire in Little Island, talks to the man cheering up Patricks St with his Christmas Light Car, learns how Mens Mental Health Month helps good men be great men. And more...

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At Least It Wasn't A Coldplay Moment - Sharon On Seeing Her Man On TV At The Hungary Game

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 13:11:00 GMT

PJ talks to Sharon about being a soccer widow who at least saw her husband get his bit of fame on the RTE News

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Dublin After Dark: From Christmas Swims to Viking Shields

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 13:08:08 GMT

As the show gives away fab GoAnyWhere vouchers for Dublin courtesy of Fáilte Ireland, PJ chats to Dublin's proudest citizen Sarah Jayne Tobin for ideas on what to see and do in Dublin

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Helping Good Men Be Great Men During Mens Mental Health Month

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 13:01:04 GMT

Men's coach Lee Daly on why we need to stop pushing down our emotions: "Your body keeps the score."

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Taxi Drivers Called On To Delete Uber

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 12:02:12 GMT

Drivers are being called on to permanently delete the Uber app in protest at the Fixed Fare system the company operates. Derek O'Keefe of Taxi Drivers of Ireland talks to PJ about plans to take their case to the Dáil and a go slow protest

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Fernhill In Clon Gets Best Wedding Venue In Europe Award!

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 11:58:25 GMT

Michael O'Neill and PJ talk the great history and facilities in Fernhill as it wins the prestigious Best Wedding Venue at the Historic Hotels of Europe Awards See also here

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Investors Already Pulling Out Of Tourist Businesses Over Govt "AirBnB" Rules

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 11:53:59 GMT

Investors don't like uncertainty and the tourism self-catering businesses that depend on them are hurting already as the government considers new rules Peter Warburton from Cottages For Couples in Skibereen tells PJ

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Cork 50s Bungalow Gets Retrofitted On "Heat My Home"

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 11:24:21 GMT

Adam O’Brien has taken on a huge job — retrofitting his grandparents’ 1950s bungalow on the Commons Road to save money, energy and a family home with decades of memories. Luckily he has Kieran McCarthy of KMC Construction and the gang from "Heat My Home" to help. This episdoe of "Heat My Home" screens Tue Nov 18th at 8.30pm on RTÉ One

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Paul Byrne Samples The Excitement On The Streets After Last Night's Soccer Win

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:55:06 GMT

People were so excited after the win and Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne captures the excitement

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That Viral Sign About Troy Parrott We All Shared Yesterday

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:52:39 GMT

PJ talks to Jason Colbert of BiteSize Midleton who was the man who put up the sign "If we can send a turkey to the Eurovision, we can send a parrott to the World Cup GO ON IRELAND" that everyone was sharing online.

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Are The Bad Times Over For Irish Soccer After The Weekend's Superb Win?

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:47:26 GMT

PJ talks to Trevor Welch from The Score on Corks 96FM and to Fin about how everything seems to be turning around for our national team

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That Christmas Car With All The Lights On Patrick St!

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:04:11 GMT

Paul Prout is the man behind the car and this year he's doing it for the kids in the CUH he tells PJ. Help CUH here

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Huge Overnight Fire On Little Island

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 09:42:32 GMT

PJ talks to callers who saw the fire from their homes and to Victor Shine of Cork City Fire Brigade

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2025-11-14 Why Don't Ordinary People Get Flood Warnings Councils Get? More On Incinerator Plans, Keith Barry Hacks PJ's Brain & More...

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:30:15 GMT

PJ hears that people in Midleton and other flood-prone areas do not get flood information given to council officials, talks to more people about plans for an incinerator, gets his brain hacked by Keith Barry. And more...

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Will Republic Of Ireland Keep The Winning Streak Up?

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 12:36:32 GMT

PJ talks to listeners and Trevor Welch from The Score on Corks 96FM about last night and the chances for a winning streak

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Crime Writer Paul Williams On Grooming Gangs & His Book "Crooks 2"

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 12:30:07 GMT

PJ talks to Paul on how gangs are targeting vulnerable easily-led kids into a life of crime-ridden despair.

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PJ Gets His Brain Hacked By Keith Barry

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:53:02 GMT

PJ is joined by Keith Barry Live In Studio who literally hacks his brain and talks about going back to a traditional hypnosis show. Keith Barry is in the Opera House with "Unhinged – 25 Years Inside Your Mind" on Fri Jan 23rd at 8pm

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Cork Is The Greatest Authentic City!

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:40:34 GMT

PJ talks to Solo Sophie, travel vlogger who made a superb video of Cork featuring some surprising places and people. See also here

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Why Can't Ordinary People Get Flood Advisories That Local Authorities Get?

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:35:13 GMT

Caroline is Secretary of the Midleton and East Cork Flood Protection Group. Yet she learned of a flood advisory from Alan O'Reilly of Carlow Weather on X. She tells PJ this isn't right!

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Listeners Talk To PJ On Plans For An Incinerator

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:32:15 GMT

PJ talks to listeners about their reaction to renewed plans for an incinerator in Cork Harbour

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Rates Rise Is A Hit Cork Small Business Doesn't Need!

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:32:00 GMT

PJ talks to Audrey Caplis from Azure Jewellery George’s Quay, Publican Paul Montgomery and Wyon Stansfeld from Pinocchio's Toys about the commercial rates increase.

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2025-11-13 Incinerator Opinions, Renters With Dogs Get Some Hope, Corkman In Leinster Final For Netherlands & More...

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 18:40:44 GMT

PJ hears opinions on the proposed incinerator for Cork Harbour, learns about some hope for renters with dogs and other pets, chats to a Corkman playing in the Leinster Hurling Final for a Dutch hurling team (!) and more...

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A Corkman Playing In The Leinster Snr Hurling Final For Amsterdam GAC!

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 14:03:34 GMT

PJ chats with Micheál O'Riordan who is playing in the Leinster Senior Hurling Final for Amsterdam GAC. It's the first time a Continental Europe GAA team made it through the final!

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Katie O'Keefe Talks To English Market Traders About Bird Flu & Xmas

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 13:58:12 GMT

PJ hears from Katie O'Keefe from the Corks 96FM Newsroom who went to the English Market finding out what traders there say about Bird Flu and Christmas

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Soundbaths Are The Big Self-Care Flex!

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 13:45:10 GMT

Soundbaths Are The Big Self-Care Flex!

PJ chats to Michaela about vibrations and healing sounds.For more check out healingblessingguides.com

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What The Ruck? PJ Scrums With Dave Kilcoyne Host Of A New Onic Rugby Podcast

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 13:35:24 GMT

Dave earned 56 caps for Ireland He pulls back the curtain on the raw stories at the heart of the game talking to PJ Coogan. See also here

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Fiona Started Taking Care Of Her Skin In Lockdown Now She Has A Multiple-Award Business

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 11:56:12 GMT

PJ talks to Fiona O'Donoghue of Away With Nature who used lockdown to learn about self-care and now has won awards for her skincare/self-care range made with all Cork ingredients

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Why Should A Greenway Cut Through My Farm When Other Routes Work Too?

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 11:38:49 GMT

PJ talks to Fermoy Farmer Cleona O'Shea who welcomes greenways but says the route should use government land and it could even be better!

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A Bit Of A Break For Pet Owners Looking For Rentals

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 11:36:14 GMT

The government housing plans has some measures to make it easier for pet owners to rent but only some people can take advantage. PJ Coogan talks it over with DAWG's Máire O'Sullivan.

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Flood Anger & Fear In Castlemartyr

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 11:30:07 GMT

PJ talks to Cat who says not only are flood defences not up to scratch but traffic diversions are making it even worse

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Making Michael D Tea Cosies In Cobh

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 10:53:41 GMT

Sylvia's side hustle to help with going on holidays is knitting Michael D tea cosies which she sells in the Craft Market in Cobh. She's taken on Bosco and Mr T as well and Catherine Connolly is the next challenge she tells PJ

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Opposition To Incinerator In Cork Harbour Picks Up

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 10:40:12 GMT

PJ takes calls from people worried about an incinerator in Cork Harbour as the deadline for submissions (5.30pm on Mon Nov 17th).

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2025-11-12 Road Dangers On Dark Nights, Little Nickey Faces Double Lung Transplant, Playing Dublin Castle For The President & More...

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:01:48 GMT

PJ hears about dangerous flood driving and new style zebra crossings, learns how Nickey needs a double lung transplant, chats to Deirdre who played music in Dublin Castle for our new First Citizen. And more...

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Cork Band "Moynihan" Got The Call To Play For The President

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:42:06 GMT

PJ catches up with Deirdre Moynihan from "Moynihan" who played in Dublin Castle last night. See also here and here

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Focus Ireland Wants To Show You What It Means To Be Homeless In Their Exhibition

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:36:04 GMT

PJ hears from Katie O'Keefe from the Corks 96FM Newsroom about the exhibition which brings home the housing crisis More details here

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The Little Heroes That Care For Brothers, Sisters, Even Mums & Dads Celebrated In A New Kids Book

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:23:18 GMT

PJ talks to Elisa whose new book "Baby Trex and Sadie" helps kids understand other kids who step up to caring duties. See also here

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Little Nicky’s Fight for Breath: A Mother’s Story of Waiting For A Miracle

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:50:18 GMT

Nickey Flood needs a double lung transplant, PJ talks to his mum Nicola about the agonizing wait. To support Nickey see here

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Migrants Want To Work And Have The Skills We Need

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:36:40 GMT

PJ talks to Roos Demol from Recruit Refugees Ireland who says we must find ways to tap the skills the country so badly needs

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Reform Immigration From Top To Bottom For Everyone's Sake

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:16:23 GMT

John tells PJ that we need an immigration policy that boosts the country's skills, and is humane for successful and unsuccessful asylum seekers

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Road Safety Points As Evenings Get Darker

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:59:36 GMT

PJ talks to Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne about the behavior of motorists in the floods and to Ken Perrott of the Corks 96FM Street Fleet and Cllr John Maher about the way drivers are ignoring the new style Zebra crossings

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The Man Who Started The BDS Movement For Palestine, Omar Barghouti, Visits Cork

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:31:00 GMT

PJ talks about what Boycott, Divest, Sanction would mean for Ireland and how people can support it. Omar speaks in Cork City Hall from 7pm to 9pm and you can get tickets ,which are free, on Eventbrite

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Michael "Tea" Higgins Tea Cosies Make Way For Catherine Connol-Tea!

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:25:09 GMT

PJ talks to the women who started the Michael Tea Higgins Tea Cosy craze. Susan Banks of Not Just Hats now has Catherine Connol-Tea, a cosy for our new First Citizen

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Jailed For Horrendous FGM Only For Conviction To Be Quashed After Two Years Served

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:22:11 GMT

PJ talks to Pamela Fraher of RTE Investigates about a case that will feature on RTE Investigates tonight. "First Conviction" airs tonight at 9.35 on RTÉ One, and the final episode of the companion podcast is out now.

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Rates Hurting Fragile Small Business Say Cork Business Association

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:16:39 GMT

PJ talks to Dave O'Brien, President of the CBA and Patrick Leader of Cork favorite Leaders Menswear on North Main St. who both say it's time for the government to shoulder a bit of the burden of looking after a city that generates so much revenue for the country

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2025-11-11 I Left Belgium To Nurse My Dying Mum Now I'm Homeless, New City Centre Wardens, Santas On Cycles & More...

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 17:05:52 GMT

PJ talks to Deneka who faces homelessness after leaving her house in Belgium to care for her dying mother, finds out what the new City Centre Wardens who start work today will be doing, hears why Cork will be full of Santas on cycles. And more...

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Vinyl, Violins, and VSTs: Shaking Up Cork's Nightlife with Beats and Baristas

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 12:39:41 GMT

Hear about the fascinating journey of DJ Mejmi (violin and vinyl!) and the high-stakes producer competition where local DJ have just one hour to create a track from samples for a chance at a €500 career boost! It's all part of shaking up Corks night time scene Daragh Veale, Chair Of Electronic Music Council tells PJ. Look out for Coffee House Lates Nov 27th & 28th

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The Last Cut: The Baldy Barber Bows Out

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 12:10:51 GMT

PJ catches up with Michael, the beloved Baldy Barber, as he hangs up the scissors

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Cork's Red Army Rises: 500 Santas, 7K, & Synchronized 96FM: The Ultimate Cork Christmas Cycle Prep

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 12:08:19 GMT

PJ gets the lowdown on the Cork Santa Cycle, from RJD's Connie Wiseman where 500 adults trade their regular clothes for festive suits and pedal 7km to spread cheer and raise vital funds for Pieta House! Sun Dec 7th 6.30pm outside Goldbergs Sign up here

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Norman McCluskey's Three-Year Love Affair With The Landscape Of West Cork

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 11:55:03 GMT

Photographer Norman McCluskey shares with PJ his pure joy and planning behind "Headlands: Images of West Cork," his stunning collection that seeks out the authenticity and emotion of the Irish coastline.

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Cork's Hind Rajab Mural The Girl, The Mural, and the Legacy of a Priest's Rebellion

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 11:35:31 GMT

Down by Izz Café on George's Quay, there's a new mural of Hind Rajab marking the suffering in Palestine. PJ finds out more about who she was from artist Blanca Cabrera Rice whose own background makes her passionate about human rights

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Top Gardener Peter Dowdall On Hogweed & Knotweed Danger PLUS A Plea For Parks/Gardens In Cities

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:50:14 GMT

Hogweed destroys your skin, knotweed destroys your house and floods destroy our cities. Peter Dowdall, gardener and designer may have answers for all three he tells PJ!

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Improve The House You're In If You Can't Trade Up

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:42:17 GMT

PJ hears about the options to finance a house remodel from Joey Sheehan of mymortgages.ie and gets some tips on cutting payments as well

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A Promise To Nana: The Heartbreaking Choice To Leave Belgium That Left Me Homeless

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:16:12 GMT

After rushing home to care for her dying mother, Deneka now faces eviction from the only home her family of five has known, just six weeks before Christmas, she tells PJ

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Player Subbed For Driving Lesson - How Kilshannig GAA Went Viral

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 09:56:31 GMT

PJ chats to John Riordan, chairman, about the decision that lead a humble Club tweet to get 1.2m views

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I Met The President!

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 09:46:13 GMT

As Ireland gets ready for a new President, PJ chats to Graham Clifford about meeting President Higgins as part of the Sanctuary Runners group.

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What Do The New Cork City Wardens Do?

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 09:33:19 GMT

Cliona Barnes, Director Of Cork Business Association talks to PJ about the new Cork City Centre Wardens who started work today

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2025-11-10 Billy Kelleher Says FF Needs Young Voters, 8 Year Old Oran's A Type Onesie Champ, Kathriona Devereux Is Cork's Science Star & More...

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 17:08:50 GMT

PJ talks to Billy Kelleher about changes he says are vital to the future of the party, hears Oran tell us how we can help kids with Type I Diabetes, talks science with Cork's telly science star Kathriona Devereux. And more...

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Weather Warning For Cork Tonight

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 12:50:05 GMT

PJ finds out more from Cathal Nolan of Ireland's Weather Channel

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It Wasn't To Be For CCFC

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 12:47:43 GMT

PJ looks back at Sunday's CCFC v Shamrock Rovers FAI Cup Final with Trevor Welch from The Score on 96FM and TalkSPORT Premier League Live

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Prolific Fraudster Amy McAuley Faked Her Death Three Times - "Unravelling Amy" By The Irish Sun Is A Fascinating Listen

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 12:37:23 GMT

PJ talks to Stephen Breen Crime Editor of The Irish Sun about their new podcast See also here

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Science Champion Kathriona Devereux Chats To PJ As A New Series Of 10 Things To Know About Hits TV Tonight

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 12:07:34 GMT

Cork is proud of Kathriona who makes science simple and fun. She talks to PJ about the series and why science is so important

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Ballintemple PO Save The Day With A Complicated Scam

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 12:02:58 GMT

PJ hears from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne about how quick thinking staff at Ballintemple PO stopped a scam in its tracks

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Erin Says Her Sadhbh Is Thriving Now But Ignorance Of Type I Diabetes Can Be A Tragedy

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 11:43:38 GMT

PJ hears from Erin that a recent case in the UK where a girl with diabetes died after being diagnosed with tonsilitis made her determined to raise awareness of kids like her Sadhbh who has Type I

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Zac Dwyer Of CUH Charity Explains What Type Onesie Day (Nov 14th) Is All About

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 11:32:44 GMT

PJ chats to Zach who tells us why Type Onesie Day is so important

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Eight Year Old Oran Is The Face Of Type Onesie Day For Diabetes

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 11:05:10 GMT

Oran powers through live with Type I and he'd like to see everyone support Type Onesie Day he tells Paul Byrne. See also here

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Billy Hits Mitchelstown On His Malin To Mizen For Mum

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 10:54:01 GMT

Inspired by his mother's cancer survival, Billy arrives in Mitchelstown where even the Guards came out to greet him! See also here

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Mayfield Traffic Faces Worse Problems If Tivoli Development Goes Ahead

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 10:18:22 GMT

PJ talks to Derek Connolly from St Josephs Community Association who fears plans revealed for Tivoli will push traffic back to Mayfield

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Small Business Worry About Parcels In Fastway System & How To Deliver Xmas Rush

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 10:14:01 GMT

PJ chats to Neil McDonnell of the ISME who says businesses that used Fastway now struggle for information on their parcels in transit and find it hard to get an alternative.

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Billy Kelleher Says Fianna Fail Needs To Engage With Young People

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 10:02:25 GMT

PJ talks to Billy about his fear that the party is losing relevance with younger people.

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After Sickening Attack On CUH Worker What More Needs To Be Done

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 10:01:35 GMT

PJ talks to Sharon Creegan of SIPTU about what can be done to protect frontline staff

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2025-11-07 Controversial Plans For Tivoli, Recovery Coach House Fire, Young Drone Entrepreneur & More...

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 16:49:52 GMT

PJ hears worries that the plan for Tivoli is not thought through, talks to Adrian who is known as the Recovery Coach about the fire in his house Halloween night, learns how Shane turned his dad's discarded drone into a global business. And more...

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CCFC v Shamrock Rovers 2025 Sports Direct Men's FAI Cup Final On Sunday

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 13:04:45 GMT

PJ talks over the forthcoming clash with Trevor Welch from The Score On 96FM & Premier League Live

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Celebrity Traitors - What A Finale!

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 13:01:06 GMT

PJ talks over the (surprise?) ending to Celebrity Traitors with Órla O'Donovan

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Saipan's Ireland Premier Was Last Night And Shane Bucks & Kelly O'Sullivan Tell PJ About It

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 12:54:51 GMT

PJ hears from Shane Bucks who hosts Select Irish on Sundays at 8pm and Kelly O'Sullivan from Club 96 on Saturdays at 6pm what the premier was like

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Katelyn's Writing Books For The Families We Don't Always See And Has Two Out For Xmas

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 12:36:49 GMT

Author and social care worker Katelyn Healy on why representing all family types in children's books matters. Pre-orders for "A Christmas Tale" and "Happy New Year" mail katelynhealy1991@gmail.com

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Filter's Eoin McCarthy Is The Barista Hero of Ireland

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 11:42:03 GMT

UPDATE YOU CAN HELP EOIN! If you vote for him, he will be the top Barista in Ireland/England/Scotland/Wales also!!!! Please support our man here (use filtercork@gmail.com for his email on the form) PJ talks to Eoin who has just been named La Marzocco Barista Hero for the entire island of Ireland. He explains what it takes to make a REALLY good coffee.

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Recovery Coach Halloween House Blaze

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 11:35:49 GMT

Adrian Lenihan, better known as The Recovery Coach had a frightening house blaze when a scooter plug caught fire. He chats to PJ about the fire and his work in Recovery. Fundraiser for the family after the fire here

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Pitt Bros Burger One Of The Most Popular Deliveroo In The Country

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 10:55:00 GMT

Pitt Bros Bacon and Cheese Burger is the number 3 order on Deliveroo for the whole country. PJ asks John Relihan what makes it so special!

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Shane Chanced Learning How To Use Dad's Drone - And Built A Global Business In His 20s

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 10:14:43 GMT

PJ speaks to Shane O'Leary who took dad's discarded hobby and turned it into a global business that inspects dangerous sites.

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Does Your Kid Use American English?

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 10:09:18 GMT

Sidewalk, daipers, candy are all being used by kids as they watch more YouTube, will it lead to a change in the way we speak PJ Coogan asks Conor Murphy, an English teacher in West Cork.

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Tivoli Plans Draw Controversy

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 10:01:33 GMT

Redeveloping Tivoli Docks will mean around 6,500 ultimately but PJ hears Cllrs Oliver Moran and John Maher say they are uneasy parts of the development are being rushed through.

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2025-11-06 School Places And "Voluntary" Contributions, Gun Factory & Robberies, Delhi2Cork & More...

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:19:26 GMT

PJ investigates school offer letters with requests for contributions, learns about a gun factory bust and two robberies from Paul Byrne, sits down with Adarsh and Aanchal to learn about Delhi2Cork a yum new Indian street food business in the Marina. And more...

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Crack Down On The Scourge Of Puppy Farms

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 12:55:44 GMT

PJ talks to John O'Callaghan of Dog Advocacy Ireland about a huge business that too many times causes dog suffering

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Corks First Learn To Cycle Park

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 12:52:54 GMT

PJ hears from Michael O'Sullivan about a great place for families to teach cycling in Lr Grattan Hill

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Harp Bar Waxathon Night To Help Dinnie From Cork City Missing Persons Search & Rescue

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 12:35:55 GMT

A lot of fun but a lot of help for Dinnie too Áine from the Harp tells PJ what it's all about. The event is happening Sat Dec 6th

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Multi-Award Indian Food Business For Marina Market

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 12:05:34 GMT

Adarsh and Aanchal tell PJ how they started Delhi2Dublin and all about coming to The Marina market. See also here

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Grá Macroom Gift Card A Tax-Efficient Way To Suport Shopping In Macroom

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 11:42:54 GMT

It's a great way to support Macroom and have a connection with home over Xmas Killian Lynch tells PJ

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Avian Flu Crisis Gets Serious For Turkey Farmers

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 11:17:31 GMT

Robbie Fitzsimons of East Ferry Farm updates PJ

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Let's Stop Being Laissez-Faire When Raising Boys

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 10:56:26 GMT

PJ talks with Suzanne Harrington who says that we are doing boys a bad turn when we don't make it our job to communicate with them.

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Childminders Work When Your Child Is Sick Or Working Late And Are Essential

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 10:39:53 GMT

Aghabullogue childminder Norma Walsh says she is flexible with families because life’s unpredictable — but she’s not surprised Childminding Ireland say 80% of childminders may quit over unrealistic regulations

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Firearms Seized Army Bomb Squad See Action Overnight Plus Model Farm Rd & Bandon Rd Robberies

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 10:02:14 GMT

Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne updates PJ on a very busy overnight for both the Guards and the Army.

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What Happened The Traffic Cameras?

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 10:01:40 GMT

If TII can't help motorists with live streams then Cork City Council will take over Cllr Peter Horgan Chair of the Cork City Council Transport tells PJ

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Schools Charging Fees When Sending Acceptance Letters Is NOT Right

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 09:55:52 GMT

PJ talks through 5 acceptance letters that ask for money when the pupil gets a place and hears from freelance journalist Peter McGuire who wrote about this in the Irish Times in 2020 ending the practice in Dublin

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2025-11-05 Anxiety Without Filters, Suzy On Letters To Dad Gay Byrne, City YouTube Video Went Viral Over Arrest & More...

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 15:40:12 GMT

PJ talks to Katie O'Keefe from the 96FM Newsroom about living with anxiety, to Suzy Byrne about the letters radio listeners wrote to her dad for The Gay Byrne Show, to Roger Bisby whose video on Cork architecture captured a dramatic arrest. And more...

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Ho! Ho! Ho! Santa Is Looking Forward To Corkmas!

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 13:19:10 GMT

PJ talks to the big man who is coming to Cork for Corkmas, Cork City’s Christmas Celebration. For more info see here

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Girls Buy Supercars Too

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 13:11:19 GMT

Nadia Adan says girls are now buying performance cars. PJ finds out more.

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THAT Viral Video Of The Coburg St Arrest - PJ Chats To YouTube City Vlogger Roger Bisby

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 13:02:03 GMT

Roger does City Walks on YouTube using his superb knowledge of buildings from years of broadcasting tips about building. His visit to Cork turned cops 'n' robbers as well though he tells PJ. See also here

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PS Gaybo - Suzy Byrne On More Letters To Her Dad Gaybo

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 12:49:27 GMT

Suzy Byrne chats to PJ about letters radio listeners sent her dad for The Gay Byrne show in her second book "P.S. Gay"

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From Politics to Purpose: Susan McCarthy Is Paying It Forward in Kenya

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 12:38:58 GMT

PJ talks to former Councillor Susan McCarthy who pivoted away from politics with some work in Kenya which netted her a runner up place in Beko Mum Of The Year.

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Anxiety - "I Needed To Talk To My Safe People"

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 12:11:05 GMT

In a deeply personal conversation, Katie O'Keefe from 96FM News talks to PJ about living with anxiety

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Support Groups For Parents Of Kids With Autism So Important

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 10:54:31 GMT

Margaret is trying to set up a support group in Clon for parents and she says that it is only the people who have lived through it can offer the best advice

So the first meeting is Tue Nov 18th in O’Donovan’s Hotel in Clonakilty at 9.30am.

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Housing Costs Are Making Working People Poor

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 10:28:40 GMT

PJ talks to Stephanie Johnston from Simon about people skipping meals to afford housing even when they have jobs

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Fake News So Bad During Presidential Election

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 10:19:36 GMT

PJ chats about how social media companies hook into controversial posts whether they are right or wrong and ramp them up your timeline with Ciaran O'Connor whose ISD report you can find here

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Spring Tide Flood Warning For Cork

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 09:57:43 GMT

PJ talks to David Joyce who is Director of Services Cork City Council about what we need to watch out for

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Blaithín Shares Rescue Hen Avian Flu Fears

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 09:53:22 GMT

PJ talks to Blaithín Fitzgerald who helps rescue hens about about Avian Flu fears. (Rescues are coordinated nationally by Littlehill Animal Rescue)

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2025-11-04 DJ Carey Sentenced, Paul Byrne Book On Satchwell Investigation, A Shop For Made In Cork & More...

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 14:32:08 GMT

PJ talks to Eimear Ní Bhraonáin about DJ Carey, hears from Paul Byrne about his "Beneath The Stairs" book about the Satchwell investigation, delights in a shop where everything is made in Cork. And more...

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Made In Cork Is A Very Special Shop

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:45:38 GMT

Emma Jacobs tells PJ about the shop she runs with her friend Lotte in 5th Quarter Paul St where everything is literally made in Cork, perfect for those Xmas gift ideas.

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The Heart of Cork Christmas - Inside the Holly Bough with Editor Mary Corcoran

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:41:38 GMT

Mary Corcoran pulls back the curtain on the enduring tradition of the Cork Holly Bough for PJ Coogan revealing the secret ingredients that make the annual publication a cherished part of the city's Christmas spirit.

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Cork Is Getting Some Exotic Birdlife

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:41:04 GMT

PJ talks to ornithologist Jim Wilson about our new feathered friends as Cork gets some exotic birds more and more frequently

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From Stammer To World Champion Now Tony Helps West Cork Kids With Confidence

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:05:59 GMT

PJ talks to Kickboxer Tony Stevenson who helps build Confidence and Control in West Cork's kids

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Paul Byrne On "Beneath The Stairs" A Book On The Satchwell Investigation

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 11:29:18 GMT

PJ talks to Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne on his new book, co-authored by Ralph Riegel on one of Cork's biggest murder investigations

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Cloughduv Parents Vow To Keep Fighting

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 11:08:31 GMT

PJ catches up with Rachel, a parent, who says protests and activism will continue against the teacher cutback

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Bantry Businesses Heartbroken As Floods Strike Overnight

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:55:58 GMT

Diarmaid Murphy of The Fish Kitchen tells PJ about the overnight floods and Scott Hornibrook of The Maritime Hotel talks about the need to support the town's traders

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Make Your Own Xmas Card And Deck The Halls With DIY

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:40:01 GMT

The fun of Xmas is sending cards and gifts. You double the fun if you make them in the runup to December Joan Lucey of Vibes & Scribes tells PJ. See also here

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The West Cork Robot Vacuum Cleaner

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:35:11 GMT

Clara Mulligan tells PJ how she and her hubby came to set up Homebot Ireland which makes robot vacuum cleaners that talk to you in an Irish accent!

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Stalker Survivors Need Better Security

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:19:10 GMT

PJ talks to Laura O'Connell who says security devices should be paid for and possibly even paid for by the stalker

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Let's Get The City Behind CCFC

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 09:49:29 GMT

As CCFC prepare for the FAI Cup Final with Shamrock Rovers Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne went to their press conference in City Hall.

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DJ Carey Sentenced

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 09:37:39 GMT

PJ talks to Eimear Ní Bhraonáin author of "The Dodger DJ Carey And The Great Betrayal" about the case that transfixed Ireland

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2025-11-03 Spectacular Scissors Lift Joyride, New Green Taxes On Holidays? K-Pop Cracks The Code & More...

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 15:00:30 GMT

PJ hears about the scissor lift joyride in town last night, learns of pressure to tax flights to reduce emissions, looks at K-Pop as Live At The Marquee announce an extra night for K-Pop Forever. And more...

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No Kid Should Have To Ask "Are You Loved A Little Less"?

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 12:54:06 GMT

Aisling De Barra wrote the kids book "Love Just the Same". She shares to PJ Coogan how her daughter — and their two-mum family — inspired a book that celebrates all the beautiful shapes love can take.

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K-Pop So Huge Live At The Marquee Book Second Show

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 12:38:50 GMT

PJ talks to Corkman Daniel who also works in the Korean Embassy about the explosion of interest

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Mary Has Three Little Birds On Her Xmas Tree And It's Up Since Saturday!

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 12:03:42 GMT

PJ talks to Mary who is not shy about putting up her decorations on Nov 1st

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From Hip Replacements To A Torn Meniscus SO Many Are Getting Treatment Abroad

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 11:55:17 GMT

PJ talks to Paul Byrne from healthcareabroad.ie who are holding a series of events around Cork for people interested in getting surgeries in Europe

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Will a New Air Travel Tax Clip Ireland's Wings?

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 11:09:54 GMT

Travel expert Eoghan Corry of travelextra.ie challenges the Opportunity Green report: Is the aviation tax proposal an environmental solution or a threat to connectivity

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Why Couldn't The Guards Respond Faster To Scissors Lift Joyride

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 11:09:18 GMT

Garda Padraig Harrington of the GRA tells PJ it's not simple intervening in a dangerous situation

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“I Didn’t Recognise Myself Anymore” — Returning To Work Makes Such A Difference To Mums

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 11:08:43 GMT

After 15 years at home, Eileen McMahon tells PJ how Work Equal helped her rebuild her confidence, find a new job — and herself again and he also finds out more about Work Equal's upcoming events in Cork from Su Duff. Free service delivery day is Nov 12th in the Metropole with free 1:1 support, you can sign up on www.workequal.ie

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Whatever You Say, Say Nothing?

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:39:05 GMT

Jennifer Horgan from the Irish Examiner tells PJ staying silent is often wiser than sharing your every opinion.

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Would You Help Visitors Kiss The Blarney Stone?

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:16:12 GMT

PJ talks to Paul O'Sullivan of Blarney Castle about their very sought-after job opening. They are looking for a new Keeper Of The Stone but hurry, mail CV to info@blarneycastle.ie by 5 pm on November 7th!

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Mount Farran Man Spends EUR80-100 Per Week Just On Bottled Water

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:15:35 GMT

PJ talks to Daniel about how impossible life is in Mount Farran and it's all down to the tap water

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Overnight Scissor Lift "Joyride"

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 09:46:53 GMT

PJ hears from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne, Kevin Herlihy of Centra and caller Kevin, who witnessed the startling scene

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2025-10-31 The Dragon, The Doctor & The Scarecrow, Tourism Fears Incinerator, SIX SEVEN! & More...

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 14:45:45 GMT

PJ pierces the veil with Dragon, doctor and scarecrow chats, learns how some fear an incinerator would hurt green tourism, shouts SIX SEVEN! And more...

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A Fright At Halloween For Triskel

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 12:59:13 GMT

What's your favorite Halloween movie? PJ chats to Triskel Arts Centre Head of Cinema Chris O’Neill about theirs See which ones they are showing tonight here https://triskelartscentre.ie/special-events/triskel-at-halloween

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See The Dinosaurs That Roamed Cork

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 12:56:11 GMT

Dinosaurs were there before we were Prof Maria McNamara tells PJ, so let's see what they were like! See also here

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Celebrity Traitors Goes Six Seven!

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 12:48:16 GMT

Is your smallie wrecking your head with Six Seven? PJ chats to Órla O'Donovan about this and they squeeze in a bit of Celebrity Traitors too.

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Traffic Light Singles Helps Horses

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 12:41:20 GMT

PJ talks to Oonagh about how she got involved with Cobh Rescue Horses with Peanuts and Pixie and how they dreamed up a singles night to help their work you can go to without even being single

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Halloween Treats And That's No Trick 🎃

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 12:36:10 GMT

Phantom fun and food fun are what Halloween is all about Chef Jack O'Keefe tells PJ

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Is It Embarrassing To Have A Boyfriend?

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 12:34:28 GMT

Vogue reckons that it's embarrassing now to have a boyfriend. Is this true PJ asks Mary Jane O'Regan

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Fastway Drivers Hold Meeting

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 12:01:33 GMT

PJ talks to Declan who was there

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Helping Young Girls Feel Confident Through Education

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 11:55:57 GMT

PJ talks to Grace O'Brien who credits Ursulines Blackrock with an education that boosts confidence for young girls and lead on to success. See also here

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Kerry Can Do Spiced Beef Too Boy!

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 11:47:52 GMT

Liam Maguire of Maguire's butchers in Pluckeen Tralee defends his county's honor and you know what? He seems to know his spiced beef, even PJ is surprised!

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CCFC Step Up To Help Those Hurt By Cost Of Living Crisis

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 11:11:35 GMT

PJ catches up with Erika Ní Thuama CCFC's Community and Academy Coordinator who tells him about how they are helping Feed Cork. Sat Nov 01 2025 16:30 Cork City Cork play Derry Derry City SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division 2025 in their final home game of the season and designated collection points will be set up throughout the stadium

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A Great Week For The Barry-Murphys!

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 11:08:10 GMT

Jimmy saw victory over Nemo Rangers while Brian Barry-Murphy saw success with Cardiff City. PJ asks Joe Seward does it run in the family?

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Halloween Fun With The Dragon, The Dr And The Scarecrow

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 10:59:34 GMT

Going out for Halloween? PJ chats to Ken Perrott about the Dragon Of Shandon, to Deirdre Barry about Leap Scarecrow Festival which features a Dr. Jason van der Velde scarecrow! The Dr himself gets a word in too to remind us to take care on the roads tonight! See leapscarecrowfestival.com & dragonofshandon.com

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Would An Incinerator Hurt Tourism?

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 10:26:40 GMT

PJ hears concerns from Cllr Jack White that an incinerator in Cork Harbour would hurt our green tourism image.

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2025-10-30 UFO Over Cork, Cork Airport Winter Schedule, Xmas Trees Before Halloween & More...

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 14:06:59 GMT

PJ talks to Leo Enright about a strange light over Cork last night plus the National Space Centre which Cork is proud to have based here, learns about the winter schedule at Cork Airport, wonders if shops and streets should have Christmas decorations before Halloween is even over. And more...

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Partners Who Don't Love Nature Give The Ick Plus How Matchmaker Feargal Got Into Kombucha with a Kick

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 12:31:06 GMT

Ecodating is what they call it when you won't date someone who does not care about animals or damage to wildlife and Feargal Harrington from Into has a good chat about it other dating trends with PJ who also asks how he got into the hard Kombucha biz

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Briona Loves Xmas And Wants To Spread The Love

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 12:23:14 GMT

Briona loves the decorations up but in her house there's no decorations. She tells PJ why.

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Great Young Talent At Dolphin Cork Swimming Club!

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:54:32 GMT

Cork is now a Mecca for brilliant young swimmers and Dolphin is right at the heart of such successes as Glanmire's Lev Lobanets, Gemma Whelan from Kinsale and Tadhg O'Brien. Lev and Dolphin Coach Mick McCormack dive into a chat with PJ

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Cork Airport Hits 3 Million Mark And Celebrates With A Cracking Winter Schedule!

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:35:06 GMT

PJ chats to Barry Holland from Cork Airport who dropped in to tell us all about the exciting new schedule

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Cork Against Racism Carnival Sat Nov 1st 2.30PM Grand Parade

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:29:04 GMT

Feck Fascism Ireland Against Racism Carnival organizers Laura Harmon & Honore Kamegni talk to PJ about some worrying signs of hate around but the majority still want to party with everyone and oppose discrimination

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Double Yellow Weather Warning For Cork Today

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:09:29 GMT

PJ talks to Alan O'Reilly from Carlow Weather about what it means and what comes next

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Cruel Thugs Bludgeoned Silver My Living Link To My Late Wife

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:09:00 GMT

PJ hears that after losing his wife, Michael found comfort in Silver — a gentle giant rabbit who loved classical music. Then, someone took Silver from him and his kids

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Mount Oval Residents Plead For An End To Large Gangs Of Youths

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:57:56 GMT

Conrad McGrath, Mount Oval Residents Whatsapp & Safety Alert Group Admin, tells PJ we need solutions that work for both residents and teens otherwise life is ruined for both

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Xmas Decorations Before Halloween? Is It Right?

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:46:31 GMT

PJ chats to Eoin Shortiss of Cork Beo and to Pauline who's a Xmas fan about the decorations you see everywhere and we haven't even had Halloween yet! But is it harmless? See also here

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Companies And Drivers Will Suffer More Unless We Have Sensible Transport Policies

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:19:31 GMT

Is Fastway the first of many? And what knock-on effect will it have for companies that need to send packets? PJ chats to Ger Hyland President of the Irish Road Haulage Association

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Fastway Drivers & Staff In Limbo

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:17:02 GMT

PJ gets an update from Fastway Driver Declan Kelleher about a pretty appalling situation facing both contractors and employees as the receiver implements changes

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UFO Over Cork - What Was Elon Up To?

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 09:40:55 GMT

UFO Over Cork - What Was Elon Up To?

Corkies wondered if Monsters vs Aliens was being rebooted over our skies last night. PJ gets the scoop from Space Correspondent Leo Enright and finds out about how Cork is becoming central in the space race.

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2025-10-29 What Happened Fastway? Helping Palestine Farmers But Deported Home, Youghal's Witches Mark Halloween & More...

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 14:30:45 GMT

PJ finds out what's next for Fastway drivers and customers, talks to Gemma who helped the olive farmers of Palestine but got deported, learns the way real life witches in Youghal mark Halloween. And more...

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Fearpark School Where Lights In The Top Floor Mean Ghouls At Work!

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:01:13 GMT

Prank or poltergeist? PJ talks to Aaron Wolfe and Aaron Delaney about a haunted school's decade-long ghost hunt See also here

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Youghal Women Weave Halloween From Moonlight, Magic And Stars

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 12:52:13 GMT

Yvonne pulls back the veil on how witches in Youghal mark Halloween and talks Youghaloween to PJ. See also here

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Have A Great Halloween & Help Midleton Have A Great Xmas As Well!

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 12:37:26 GMT

Midleton traders are using their head and holding Halloween events to raise money for some cracking Xmas lights Fergus McCarthy tells PJ. See also here

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A Taste Of Cairo Magic In Cork - Paul St In Fact!

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 12:31:08 GMT

Nivene Sadick has opened a fab Egyptian food truck in Fifth Quarter (Paul St Shopping Centre) and she chats yummy food with a difference to PJ

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Private Chefs For Your Dinner Party? Yes It's A Thing

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 11:59:29 GMT

A family gathering at home can be better, even cheaper than going to a restaurant. PJ talks to Corrinne about how it works. See also corrinneskitchen.ie

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Gemma Went To Help Palestinian Farmers On The Ground But Got Deported

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 11:58:48 GMT

Gemma Hogan tells PJ about the reality of life in a military zone where she went to help olive farmers but ended up deported.

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Cork Supernatural Society Says Respect Graveyard Headstones

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 11:57:23 GMT

Matthew Clarke tells PJ he's devastated by the vandalism at the Good Shepherd mass graves and he also talks about what investigations they will be doing over Halloween

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Barrack St Robbery Victim Michaela Speaks To Paul Byrne

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 11:55:05 GMT

Michaela tells Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne about what happened during yesterday's robbery.

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Fastway Driver Mohammed's 5 O'Clock Shock!

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 10:48:48 GMT

Mohammed tells PJ about the shock of how he found out yesterday's news

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My Package Is Stuck In Fastway - What Now?

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 10:46:19 GMT

PJ gets sage advice for people in the tricky situation of having a packet in the Fastway system after receivers moved in from solicitor Jody Cantillon

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Fastway Situation Affects Us All Says Rob Horgan Of Velo Coffee Roasters

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 10:45:47 GMT

Rob says to PJ that businesses that depended on Fastway to deliver to customers will be under pressure for Xmas

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Two Full Vans Yesterday, No Work Today Fastway Driver Declan's Shock

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 10:45:06 GMT

Declan talks to PJ about the terrible shock Fastway drivers got yesterday when receivers came

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2025-10-28 Vicious Attack On Drag Queens, Is It Over For Micheál Martin, A Cork Thanksgiving & More...

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 15:58:24 GMT

Paul Byrne hears from Krystal about a vicious attack over the weekend, asks does the Presidential election signal the end for Micheál Martin as FF leader, learns how Americans in Ireland can celebrate Thanksgiving. And more...

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Northdoc!

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 13:25:54 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Northside entrepreneur Colin Tobin who is opening an out of hours doctor service for the Northside

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Sean From Code Of Beaviour On A Great Jazz Weekend

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 13:12:56 GMT

You must have seen them over the weekend, they were on the bus, they were at the Super Dome Jazz Stage outside the Opera House, and Paul chats to Sean the trumpeter from Code of Behaviour

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Cloughduv National School Parents Start Protest

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 13:00:57 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Aisling a mum taking part in the protest and to Cllr Colm Kelleher who has a daughter in the school which is facing cutbacks because it is short 2 students to meet a budget threshold

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Hoax At Old Head Of Kinsale Wrecks Bank Holiday Weekend For Our Brave First Responders

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 12:53:03 GMT

Paul talks to Ger O'Dea about a cruel hoax call that destroyed the Bank Holiday vibe for those who risk their lives for others

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Thanksgiving Dinner In Cork

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 12:36:16 GMT

Thanksgiving is a time Americans join with families and friends but what happens if you're in Cork on the big day? Shannen to the rescue! Paul Byrne talks to her about the Thanksgiving Dinner she is organizing for ex-pats and as a bonus finds out about her time on a ship!

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Cork Publican Paul Montgomery On Training Bar Staff To Be The Best

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 11:52:41 GMT

Paul Byrne chats to the man who made Clancy's thrive about Arthur's and helping barman be the best

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New Life For Neptune Stadium

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 11:44:19 GMT

Paul talks to Jason O'Callaghan about exciting times ahead

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Excitement Mounts For Cinderella At The Everyman

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 10:43:03 GMT

The Xmas Panto at the Everyman is just a bit away and Paul Byrne talks to Catherine Mahon Buckley and Fionula Linehan about what to expect

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Litter And Glass Strewn Across Cork Streets - How Do We Fix This?

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 10:26:20 GMT

Paul Byrne talks to Timmy whose video of litter and glass strewn across Cork streets went viral on TikTok and to Cllr Noel O'Flynn on how we can stop doing this again.

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Turmoil For Micheál Martin After A Showstopper Presidential Election

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 10:15:55 GMT

Paul talks to Seamus McGrath and Jerry Buttimer about what the weekend results mean for the leadership of FF and FG

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Shameful Assault On Cork Drag Queens

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 09:41:51 GMT

Paul talks to Krystal Queer who was attacked over the weekend in a vicious attack that blighted a successful weekend.

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Matt Cooper - Dynasty

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 13:01:37 GMT

Broadcaster and author Matt Cooper joins us to talk about his latest book Dynasty.

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Free Now Taxi

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 12:58:02 GMT

Paul takes a spin with Free Now to explore how technology is reshaping taxi services and transport in Cork.

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Drink Driving

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 12:57:00 GMT

Producer Paul Byrne reports on Garda efforts to tackle drink driving and shares the latest on enforcement and safety campaigns.

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Cloughduv National School

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 12:52:10 GMT

Aisling McMahon speaks about parents’ outrage after Cloughduv N.S. loses a teacher due to enrolment numbers, raising fears of overcrowded classrooms.

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Guinness Cork Jazz Festival

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 12:45:11 GMT

Fiona Collins from the Jazz Committee joins us as the 47th annual Guinness Cork Jazz Festival kicks off — celebrating five days of world-class music and Cork’s vibrant spirit.

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Drug Van

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 12:43:28 GMT

PJ discuss's Government plans for mobile supervised drug injection units and hear from former Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Colm Kelleher, on why he’s long called for action.

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2025-10-24 Mobile Drug Unit, School losing a Teacher, The Jazz Festival & More

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:36:11 GMT

Talking mobile drug units and addiction services, the buzz of the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival, the Metropole’s busiest weekend, a local school fighting to keep its teacher, Halloween in Shandon, and a magical trip aboard the Cobh Santa Express.

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2025-10-23 Crosshaven robberies, the Cork Task Force, Jazz at the Airport & more

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 14:21:46 GMT

Robberies in Crosshaven - so professionally done its like organised crime...We were promised are Cork Task Force - but they’re fussy about what to call it.. Cork Airport gearing up to welcome thousands of jazz fans & lots more

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Surgeon Noonan

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 12:07:32 GMT

Surgeon Noonan is a registered charity run voluntarily by 4th year medical students from University College Cork, Ireland. Each year, our goal is to raise over €150,000, which goes directly towards underfunded rural hospitals in Sub-Saharan Africa.

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Youth outreach with EMC

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 12:03:55 GMT

PJ is joined by Miko from Electronic Music Council on how DJing workshops empower young people in Cork.

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Cork Task Force update

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 12:01:31 GMT

The Government say “People do not like the word ‘task force’ in Cork — we are kind of fussy — so they are looking for a different title because the city has made progress."

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Tourism in Cobh

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:59:31 GMT

Fota Wildlife Park is closed due to a bird flu outbreak John Gately from the commodor hotel in Cobh offers some tourism alternatives in East Cork.

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Cormac O'Sullivan St. Vincent de Paul

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:56:11 GMT

PJ is joined by Regional co-ordinator for St. Vincent de Paul, Cormac O'Sullivan who warns that families are under growing pressure as grocery inflation climbs to 6.5%, the highest since last year.

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Crosshaven car break-ins

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:47:15 GMT

Residents of Crosshaven are urged to report incidents of break-in and share CCTV footage, PJ is joined by counsellor Audrey Buckley along with residents and victims.

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2025-10-22 Polling Cards for the dead, Internet outages, Credit Union mortgages & more

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 14:03:25 GMT

Election day is Friday - but why are so many dead people getting a polling card...Why did so many apps go down this week - could it happen again..Credit union mortgages - how will they work & lots more

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Trevor Welch / Cobh Ramblers

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 12:22:58 GMT

Football correspondent Trevor Welch reacts to the shock exit of Cobh Ramblers manager Mick McDermott just before a crucial play-off clash.

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Electoral Commission

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 12:21:50 GMT

Brian Dawson from the Electoral Commission talks voter engagement and what’s next for elections in Ireland.

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Elevate Credit Union

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 12:19:31 GMT

Roy McKnight shares news with PJ from Elevate Credit Union and its connection to community fundraising efforts.

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Ballincollig Casino

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 12:17:43 GMT

Controversy in Ballincollig as national planners approve a casino against local opposition — Cllr Joe Lynch.

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Heather Humphreys

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 12:16:52 GMT

Presidential candidate Heather Humpries joins PJ live in studio ahead of polling day.

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Internet Outage

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 12:13:44 GMT

PJ is joined by Cybersecurity expert Ronan Murphy who explains the massive internet outage that took down Amazon, Snapchat, banks, and more.

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Cork Simon

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 12:12:27 GMT

Cork Simon Community celebrates a financial turnaround and a year of record support amid rising homelessness.

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Adam Higgins

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 12:10:39 GMT

PJ is joined on the show by Political Editor Adam Higgins breaks down the final presidential debate.

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2025-10-21 Safety at Halloween, Megans Endometriosis agony, Hectors new travel show & more

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 14:45:11 GMT

Halloween costumes for the smallies - safety first - why so many things have been taken off the market...Endometriosis -Megan missed her best friends wedding - she simply couldn't get out of bed...Hector - gallavanting ar fud an domhain & lots more

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Nicola Tallant on ‘Groomed’

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 12:09:52 GMT

PJ is joined by Investigative journalist Nicola Tallant, who discusses the disturbing story of Jonathan Creswell — abuse, manipulation, and murder in the equestrian world.

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Endometriosis

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 12:08:21 GMT

Katie O'Keefe from the news room spoke to Megan Wlash Farrell about her powerful story on living with endometriosis and the long road to a diagnosis.

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Alcohol-Free Bar

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 12:00:17 GMT

A bar with no booze? Steve Guiney introduces Cork’s first alcohol-free bar ‘Saor’ opening just in time for Jazz Weekend.

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The Pie Guys

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 11:58:43 GMT

The Pie Guys go viral! Tim O’Kennedy joins PJ to talk about the Food Review Club visit that’s brought massive attention to their famous pies.

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Hector Ó hEochagáin

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 11:56:30 GMT

PJ was joined live in studio by Hector, who talks about his wild new TG4 travel series 'Hector OZ/NZ' and the epic adventures Down Under that await viewers.

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CCPC Halloween Toy Safety

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 11:52:16 GMT

On the show PJ discusses over 25,000 unsafe Halloween toys and costumes pulled from Irish shelves and how to keep your kids safe this spooky season.

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2025-10-20 No to the incinerator, School bus fiasco, The Lough has a killer & more

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 14:32:46 GMT

Here we go again - lower harbour residents gear up for another fight against an incinerator in Ringaskiddy….

School buses in West Cork - you solve one problem says a local TD , and another appears...There’s a serial killing swan on the Lough & lots more

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Dursey Island Dive

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 12:38:13 GMT

Orlando Duke discusses the unique dive operations from Dursey Island Cable Car

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Ballyhooly Road Speed Concerns

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 12:36:37 GMT

Ciara Eccles pushes for traffic calming after a near-miss incident on the Ballyhooly Road.

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Life Rings Vandalised in Cork

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 12:35:24 GMT

PJ speaks to David Varian from Cork City Missing Persons warns of the life-threatening impact of stolen life buoys.

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School Bus Fiasco in West Cork

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 12:33:55 GMT

Michael Collins TD slams Bus Éireann as Kilcoe students are left without transport despite empty buses.

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Garda Recruitment & Cork’s Shortfall

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 12:30:21 GMT

PJ is joined by Sinn Féin TD Donnachadh O'Laoighre to chat about, despite national recruitment drives, Cork continues to lose Gardaí year after year.

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Ringaskiddy Incinerator Update

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 12:27:58 GMT

PJ is joined by Cuncellor Audrey Buckley on a €200m expansion plan for Cork’s waste-to-energy incinerator reignites controversy in Ringaskiddy.

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Rebel Wheelers

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 12:26:27 GMT

The Cork-based inclusive sports club is making waves nationally. PJ speaks to Rowena Sweeney about their nomination for a Good Causes Award.

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Antoinette Burke - Katie had her appointment.

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 12:23:48 GMT

Katie had her appointment and her mother Antoinette gave us a brief update on how it went.

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Should Daylight Saving Time End?

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 12:11:18 GMT

With clock changes looming, PJ is joined by Sean Kelly inviting listeners to weigh in on whether it’s time to scrap the tradition.

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Sex for Rent

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 12:08:20 GMT

PJ hears of an alarming issue affecting vulnerable renters, particularly international students. He's joined by Brian Hearne to explore the extent of the problem and what’s being done about it.

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Bird Flu Outbreak at Fota Wildlife Park

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 12:05:35 GMT

With the park now closed, PJ hears the latest on containment efforts and concerns from nearby poultry farmer Nigel Sweetnam.

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2025- 10-17 Implications from Bird Flu, Should Clocks go Back, Sex for Rent Bill & Much More

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 11:23:08 GMT

Bird flu closes Fota Wildlife Park, calls grow to scrap Daylight Saving Time, and we dive into the shocking reality of “Sex for Rent.” Plus, Rebel Wheelers inspire, Ken Doherty talks Cork, and meet the sunflower standing over 13 feet tall!

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2025-10-16 Supporting small business, My lads are thriving in special school, 25 years of the NCT & more

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 14:11:03 GMT

Small business - yes, that idea you have - it could be big and the help is there to get started...Carrigaline Special school - Jamie says his boys are thriving there..25 years of the NCT - how long is the waiting list now.. & lots more

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Heart check figure are down

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 12:56:44 GMT

Dr. John Foran joins PJ to offer advise on keeping your heart healthy.

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Picture of a lifetime

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 12:52:43 GMT

One moment stole the spotlight during Ireland’s clash with Portugal last Saturday, Caoimhin Kelleher’s stunning penalty save against none other than Cristiano Ronaldo, and Cork-based Portuguese photographer David Ribeiro captured it.

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Alarms raised over speeding in neighbourhoods

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 12:50:23 GMT

Ciara Eccles joins PJ to discuss Cork city’s northside reidents sounding the alarm over speeding in their neighbourhoods.

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Is your car winter ready

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 12:46:34 GMT

The Road Safety Authority is marking 25 years of the National Car Test andd COO of the RSA Brendan Walsh is using the milestone to issue a timely winter warning to motorists.

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More on Carrigaline Special School

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 12:41:42 GMT

PJ speaks to Jamie Dunne who has 2 boys attending Carrigaline Community Special School and they are very happy there, and want to talk about their experience.

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National Women’s Enterprise Day

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 12:33:57 GMT

Ciara McGee joins PJ on The Opinion Line today to Women’s Enterprise Day is back this Thursday, October 16th, with a big event in Little Island.

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2025-10-15 Suspended from school, Would you recognise Sepsis, A hula hoop festival & more

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 14:27:33 GMT

School suspensions in Carrigaline - what’s going on? Surely there’s a better way...Sepsis - would you know the signs that somebody is dangerously ill...Hula hooping on the Jazz Weekend - a first for Cork & lots more

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Assisted Human Reproduction (AHR) has been established by the Minister for Health.

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 12:28:56 GMT

Seamus Kearney of Martone Irish Gay Dads joins PJ to discuss the new Assisted Human Reproduction (AHR) Regulatory Authority has been established by the Minister for Health.

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Do you know the signs of Sepsis?

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 12:05:03 GMT

On The Opinion Line PJ is joined by James Corcoran and Kim Wyse who shares their powerful stories, featured in the documentary 'Sepsis: A Story of Loss, Love and Survival,' are not just about tragedy, but about resilience, awareness, and the critical knowledge that can save lives.

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Whats the most unusual Dog name you have heard of?

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 12:02:39 GMT

Pauline Padlo DogsTrust PR & Communications Manager Dogs Trust Ireland joins PJ to find out what you call your pet dogs.

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Sitting the leaving cert with dyslexia

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 11:59:38 GMT

Andrea Gunn joins PJ to talk about her son Dylan who has Dyslexia and the Leaving is getting closer.

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Mother of girls with autism and has an intellectual disability suspended

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 11:52:42 GMT

On the opinion Line, PJ Coogan speaks to Aisling, the mother of a 16 year old autistic girl who has had three different teachers in a month at Cork special school with suspensions 'crisis'.

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2025-10-14 Something Must Be Done About Spiking, Cork School TV Superstars, Eating Disorder Recovery & More...

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 14:53:56 GMT

PJ hears how we could catch more people who spike drinks, chats with the principal of a Cork school that had a TV series made about it, learns tips for helping recovery from an Eating Disorder. And more...

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The Thread & Treasure Trade Clothes Trade

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 12:21:35 GMT

Katie Sloane of Peach Vintage tells PJ how her corporate past fuels her sustainable fashion present and her new community event, the Thread & Treasure Trade.

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Cork's Turkey Farmers On Edge About Avian Flu

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 12:09:25 GMT

PJ talks to Robbie Fitzsimons of East Cork Ferry Farm which has been put on lockdown to prevent the birds catching Avian flu

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Rugby Player Darragh Fleming On Meal Packing Day In UCC, Pivoting To Zambrero & Weekend Rugby

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 12:05:46 GMT

Former rugby player Darragh Fleming tells PJ about pivoting to his food business Zambrero, getting interested in helping food aid and even looks ahead to the weekend's rugby. Register to help Zambrero with their Meal Packing Day Thu Oct 16th UCC to pack meals for those facing hunger in communities worldwide here

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Think Smart - Let's Raise Savvy Kids and Keep Hackers at Bay

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 11:29:36 GMT

We teach our kids not to talk to strangers — so why do we forget that rule online? Aoife Noone talks to PJ about protecting children, businesses, and even grandparents from the fast-evolving world of digital scams. Aoife will speak at the Network Cork event Safeguarding Success 6.30 PM, Wed Nov 5th AIB South Mall Check out the networkireland.ie website for ticket details.

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Just Treat People With Eating Disorders As People - Don't Obsess On Food With Them

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 10:15:13 GMT

PJ talks to Megan Devaney who lived with an eating disorder and now helps and educates others about healthier ways to look at their body

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Wednesday Is Walk To School Day

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 09:40:14 GMT

PJ talks to Aengus Kennedy about a move to get more schoolkids walking

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A Rebel Education - Corks School TV Superstars

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 09:25:03 GMT

PJ chats with Paul Burke principal of Carrigaline Commnunity School about the warm reaction to VMTV's "A Rebel Education" which airs Sundays at 8pm

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Dr Chris Luke On How To Fight Drink Spiking

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 09:00:54 GMT

We need a joined up approach to fight spiking Emergency Medicine columnist, author and host of Irish Medical Lives podcast Dr Chris Luke tells PJ Coogan.

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Drinks Spiking We Need Proper Protocols To Catch The Criminals Who Do It

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 08:50:28 GMT

Seamus McGrath TD tells PJ that a recent spiking of someone he knows shows that Emergency Rooms need protocols to help victims recover and preserve evidence

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2025-10-13 What Age Can Kids Walk To Shops Alone? Susan's Story Of Love For Temple Street, Great Tips From Cork City Fire Brigade & More...

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 12:25:15 GMT

PJ asks what age would you let kids walk to school or the shops alone hears Susan's story of how Temple St saw her family through rough times when her husband died, gets great tips from Cork City Fire Brigade. And more...

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Get Your Act Together For The Local Property Tax Deadline

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 11:44:54 GMT

PJ gets some handy tips from auctioneer Johanna Murphy

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Rural LGBT Life Can Still Be Very Lonely

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 11:41:55 GMT

PJ talks to Killian who works in rural outreach for the Gay Project about the different experience of LGBT life in the countryside

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Together Against Fire - Great Tips From Firefighters Cathal & Ger For National Fire Week

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:54:52 GMT

Firefighters Cathal Murray and Ger Dolan have some great tips for fire safety and getting the most from alarms as we start National Fire Safety Week Remember there's a stall in City Hall all week where you can get advice too.

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Susan Was Two Weeks Into Her Second Pregnancy When Her Husband Gerard Died In Her Arms And Temple Street Hospital Were So Supportive

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:50:18 GMT

Aoife & Ciara Jane from Blarney are the faces of this year's Trick Or Treat For Temple Street. PJ talks to their mum Susan about how the hospital helped in her hour of need. See also childrenshealth.ie/trick-or-treat

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Free Plants & Full Hearts - Elise Is Planting Her Grandfather's Legacy

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:41:28 GMT

PJ hears Elise is sprouting joy around Youghal by giving away money plants cultivated from her grandad's plant

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I Don't Want Bubblewrap Kids But I Was Terrified Sending My Kids To The Shop!

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 09:09:23 GMT

PJ chats about the right age to let your kids walk to the shops or the library to Niamh O'Reilly who wrote about recently in the Irish Independent

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Sadness In Doneraile

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 08:49:37 GMT

Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne tells PJ about the shock death of Barry Daly in Doneraile over the weekend and looks at some other crime news over the weekend.

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One in Four Pregnancies End in Loss - The Hidden Truth In The Workplace

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 08:49:11 GMT

PJ talks to Prof Keelin O'Donoghue about efforts being made in the workplace. See also pregnancyandinfantloss.ie

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2025-10-10 Katie Gets Appointment After Mum Went Public, Mary Says No To Incinerator, Protect Retail Workers From Aggression & More...

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 14:44:33 GMT

PJ hears that after her mum's appeal on the show yesterday Katie moves one step closer to getting her hip fixed with a new appointment, Mary from CHASE says they will continue to campaign against an incinerator in Cork Harbour, learns about a campaign to prosecute shop workers from aggressive customers. And more...

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Laughing Yoga And DJ NatMac - A Great Way To Boost Your Mood

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:39:29 GMT

PJ talks to DJ NatMac about The Connection Cure happening tomorrow Sat Oct 11th

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Do Otters Hold Hands As They Sleep?

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:34:46 GMT

PJ finds out a lot about our otter friends from Gill Weyman of the Nature Network who will be chatting about them next Thu in County Hall. See also here

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Jess Feeney On Women And Weightlifting And Being The First Woman To Represent Ireland At In Las Vegas

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:30:50 GMT

PJ chats to Jess about the competition and how popular weights are as women turn towards a healthier lifestyle

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Paying Through The Nose Because I Want To Learn How To Heal

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 11:59:46 GMT

Lilian wants to learn medicine because Ireland is short of doctors but faces incredible costs compared to other countries forcing her to work all the hours she has spare she tells PJ

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St Gabriel's Parents Fear After SNA Shortage Letter

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 11:56:48 GMT

PJ talks to Deirdre who says parents are worried that limitations caused by an SNA shortage will become the new normal.

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Youghal's Saviors Are Neighbors With Pagers As CRITICAL Relaunches Community First Responders

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 11:52:25 GMT

PJ talks to Edward Walsh from CRITICAL and Patrick McCarthy, Coordinator of Youghal CFR, about the First Responders who saw 3 emergencies on their first day back. See also criticalcharity.ie

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Four Years Clear And Kim Tells Her Breast Cancer Story Of Starting Over

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 11:46:24 GMT

After breast cancer, surgeries, and chemo, Kim from Douglas tells PJ she learned what real recovery feels like — and how hope can grow back stronger than fear.

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Light Up The Lough For Mental Health Day

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 10:51:08 GMT

PJ hears from Lisa Towler about their plans for tonight

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CHASE Get Ready To Fight An Incinerator Plan In Cork Harbor Again

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 10:19:50 GMT

Mary O'Leary from CHASE tells PJ why they are resisting renewed interest in building an incinerator.

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Let's Have A Law To Protect Retail Staff From Aggression

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 10:17:28 GMT

PJ talks to Valerie who backs a law calling for protection for shopworkers and to Jane who describes the affect an aggressive encounter can have.

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Some Good News For Antoinette And Daughter Katie Who Is Waiting For Surgery 14 Years

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 10:12:46 GMT

PJ hears that after speaking out on the show yesterday within an hour a crucial appointment was sorted. So, a step forward at least!

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2025-10-09 Taoiseach Lives To Fight Another Day, Posh Spice On Eating Disorders, Maire Cassidy Thriller & More...

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 14:04:49 GMT

PJ talks to Billy Kelleher MEP about last night's crunch Fianna Fáil party meeting on the Taoiseach's handling of the Presidential campaign, hears how Victoria Beckham lived with an Eating Disorder and anxiety, chats to Máire Cassidy about pivoting from State Pathologist to thriller writer. And more...

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What We Never Knew About Posh Spice

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 13:07:49 GMT

PJ talks about Victoria Beckham's new Netflix Docuseries which showed surprisingly vulnerable sides with Sinead Dalton, Evoke Online Contentent Editor

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Antoinette's Fight Goes On For Her Daughter Katie After Taoiseach Meetings

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 12:46:08 GMT

PJ hears from Antoinette that not much progress has been made since she doorstepped the Taoiseach outside a meeting a month ago

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Writer Leona Forde On The Cork Chaos Of Milly McCarthy

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 12:33:09 GMT

Author Leona Forde joins PJ to chat about Milly McCarthy & The Haunted House HulllaBOOloo, how a bedtime story for her daughter grew into one of Ireland’s best-loved kids’ series

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Dr Maire Cassidy Chats To PJ About Her New Thriller

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 12:19:41 GMT

Former state pathologist turned superb writer talks to PJ about her new book "Deadly Evidence"

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Butter, Community, and TikTok Bringing Generations Old Skills To Newcomers In Mealagh West Cork

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 11:56:40 GMT

PJ talks to Elanor Fitzgerald about the Mealagh Valley Heritage Keepers who are in for a Heritage Council Award for keeping old skills alive by letting new generations learn from those who still practice them

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Celebrity Traitors - Will The Professionals Be Better?

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 10:25:03 GMT

PJ talks to Órla O'Donovan about Celebrity Traitors which features names such as Alan Carr, Stephen Fry, Jonathan Ross and Charlotte Church

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There’s No Health Without Mental Health” — Dr. Susan Brannick on Why Awareness Still Matters

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 09:44:56 GMT

As World Mental Health Day approaches, AWARE’s Dr. Susan Brannick joins PJ Coogan to unpack Ireland’s ongoing struggle with anxiety, depression, and why access to help remains vital. Need help? aware.ie or 1800 80 48 48 10-10

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Cork Luas Consultation Results

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 09:31:19 GMT

There was a large, enthusiastic and thoughtful response to the call for ideas about Corks planned Luas and Paolo Carbone, Head of Public Transport Capital Projects at Transport Infrastructure Ireland tells PJ what happens next and what might change as a result.

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A Big Untapped Moneyspinner For Cork - Let's Bid For Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 08:52:20 GMT

Crowds the size of an All-Ireland every day. It's a no-brainer for making money and building prestige and culture Cllr Shane O'Callaghan tells PJ

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Some Softening In House Prices In MyHome Report - A Good Thing?

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 08:49:08 GMT

Joanne Geary, MD of MyHome.ie, talks about the latest report which shows some softening in prices but also that you need to borrow eight times average earnings

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MEP Billy Kelleher On Last Night's Tough Fianna Fáil Party Meeting On Jim Gavin Episode

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 08:47:14 GMT

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'I’d Go Back’ Freed Corkmen Paddy O'Donovan & Tadhg Hickey Vow To Keep Fighting For Gaza After Israel Detention Ordeal

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 16:58:26 GMT

PJ talks to Paddy and Tadhg who were detained by Israeli forces while trying to bring relief goods to Gaza as part of the Global Sumud Flotilla

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2025-10-08 A Disappointing Budget 2026? Back In Cork After Israel Detention, Lego Problem Solving & More...

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 13:35:02 GMT

PJ takes calls on Budget 2026, hears Paddy O'Donovan and Tadhg Hickey say they'd go back to deliver relief supplies to Gaza even after Israeli detention, learns how Lego can solve problems. And more...

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Snapchat New Charges

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:46:28 GMT

Snapchat are going to charge for Memories, PJ asks Martin Meany from goosed.ie if we depend too much on the cloud for memories

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Your Friend My Friend - A New Singles Way

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:41:01 GMT

PJ talks to Samantha Keating about her new dating idea

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Lego As A Building Block To Solve Problems

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:15:48 GMT

Briony Supple a Facilitator and Pro Trainer of the LEGO® Serious Play® tells PJ how a handful of Lego bricks can solve problems that need creative thinking.

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What Did UCC Law Student Amy Tell The Youth Advisory Conference About Irish Concerns For The Future

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:01:56 GMT

PJ talks to Amy O'Brien who recently addressed the YAC

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Vintner President Michael O'Donovan From The Castle Inn On Budget 2026

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 11:56:55 GMT

PJ asks Michael if the news on 9% VAT will be enough to save some bars that are under pressure and puts other Budget 2026 points to him

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Christopher O'Sullivan FF On Budget 2026

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 11:31:23 GMT

PJ speaks to Cork FF Front Bencher Christopher O'Sullivan who gives the Government view on yesterday's Budget

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Money Doctor Tips On Your Budget

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 10:47:59 GMT

PJ talks to John Lowe, otherwise known as The Money Doctor, about the changes people will see after Budget 2026 yesterday

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Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire SF On Budget 2026

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 10:38:51 GMT

PJ speaks to Cork SF Front Bencher Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire who gives the Opposition view on yesterday's Budget

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2025-10-07 Will Fianna Fáil See A Leadership Bid? Smartphone Free Life For Kids, One Days Profits For Gaza Medicine & More...

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 13:08:57 GMT

PJ asks will the Jim Gavin Presidential exit see a leadership contest emerge in Fianna Fáil, chats about the drive in East Cork to curb child smartphone use, hears how Vibes & Scribes donated to day's profits to Gaza medical supplies. And more...

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Cynthia Ní Mhurchú Calls For Full Investigation Into Jim Gavin Controversy

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 11:49:05 GMT

PJ Coogan talks to Cynthia about the mood in the party as pressure mounts on its leader Micheál Martin

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Crossy Chats With Dermot Kennedy

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 11:45:33 GMT

Dermot Kennedy just announced a landmark gig in the Aviva on Jul 11th 2026 and Crossy got to chat to him. Ticket presale begins at 10am on Wednesday October 8th with general sale from 10am Friday 10th

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Vibes & Scribes Gave One Day's Gross Profits To Gaza Medical Relief

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 11:38:44 GMT

Joan Lucey tells PJ she wanted to move past the headlines to make a tangible difference, and turned one day's trade into a vital lifeline of medical care

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Howl-O-Ween Hustle How Halloween Went to the Dogs

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 11:29:08 GMT

PJ goes behind the scenes with Esther of TopBarkz to discover how her passion for dogs evolved into creating Cork's most pawsitive parties.

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Jerseyman Billy's Long Walk Home For Mum & Roots

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 10:44:23 GMT

Billy wanted to transform the helplessness he felt during his mother's cancer diagnosis into an inspiring 50-day walk the length of Ireland for charity and connect with his Mitchelstown roots. See also here

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40 Asian Hornets Trapped So Far By Co Cork Beekeepers But Careful Of Catching Them They Can Blind You!

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 10:28:23 GMT

PJ asks Elanor Attridge, chair of Co Cork Beekeepers Association if we should be worried about infestation by the hornets and learns the venom can blind you among other things

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Beyond The Whistle Coaches Leave A Lasting Mark

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 10:08:20 GMT

Avril Mansworth tells PJ that security must come first, then confidence, then peak performance in coaching. Oh, and there's a bit of Lego talk too!

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Budget 2026 Childcare Measures Must Be Done Right!

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:59:38 GMT

PJ hears the government must target any money from the Budget very carefully from Elaine Dunne chair of the Federation of Early Childcare Providers

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East Cork Parents Say Take Parenting Back From Smartphone Big Tech

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:40:18 GMT

A grassroots parent movement argues the "horse hasn't bolted" with kids and smartphones and PJ talks to Dave, one of the campaigners. Details of meeting referred to in intereview East Cork Parents: A Smartphone-Free Childhood Information Evening Thu Oct 9th @ 7:45 PM Midleton Educate Together N.S.

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Inside the Gavin Gamble PJ Asks Padraig O'Sullivan TD Is The Party In Crisis

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:23:50 GMT

PJ talks over the events with Cork North-Central TD Padraig O'Sullivan

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What Does The Gavin Controversy Mean For The Future Of Fianna Fáil?

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 08:58:35 GMT

PJ talks to Prof Gary Murphy author of "Haughey" about what the Jim Gavin row says about the modern party

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Gavin Drops Out Of Presidency Race - Analysis From Gavan Reilly & Billy Kelleher MEP

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 13:14:00 GMT

After the shock exit of Jim Gavin as FF candidate for the Presidency, PJ gets analysis from Gavan Reilly political correspondent with Virgin Media TV and Billy Kelleher, the man tried to be the party's candidate but was rebuffed by leadership.

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2025-10-06 Gavins Gone! Do Girls Date Short Men? Astronaut Dan Tani & More...

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 13:13:29 GMT

PJ chats to Virgin's Gavan Reilly and Billy Kelleher MEP about Jim Gavin's exit from the Presidential race, hears Jane Cowan explain why she won't date short men, chats with Astronaut Dan Tani as spaceweek.ie starts. And more....

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Halloween Fun At Pirates of the Caribbean Spooky House Passage

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 11:51:35 GMT

PJ talks to Francis McEveney about a great fun display that also helps Marymount October 24th–26th, 6–9pm Admission: Children €5 | Adults €10 | Family of 4 €20

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The Bracelet You Never Take Off: Inside Cork’s New Permanent Jewellery Craze

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 11:32:34 GMT

From love stories to friendship rites, Aoibheann O’Donovan tells PJ a tiny weld and a lot of heart are turning jewellery into something people never want to take off. See also wildlingpermanentjewellery.com

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Sixteen Sunrises A Day & What Space Teaches Us About Ourselves

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 11:03:30 GMT

PJ chats to astronaut Dan Tani and Blackrock Observatory's Dr Niall Smith as we come into spaceweek.ie

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How Did Folláin Go From Kitchen Table To Major Supermarket Supplier

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:46:40 GMT

PJ hears the story from Folláin's Pat Farrell.

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Straight Talk on Breastfeeding

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:43:22 GMT

Rounding off our National Breastfeeding Week calls PJ chats with Orla Dorgan from mylactationconsultant.ie

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Cian Finds The Neighbor Who Saved His Life As A Tot

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:37:10 GMT

PJ chats with Cian and Patricia and hears the story of a two-year-old who fell into a lake, the woman who waded in to save him, and the day they met again.

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Do Women Date Men Who Are Shorter Than Them

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:32:27 GMT

Jane Cowan of The Irish Examiner tells PJ she doesn't want to date a man she has to get things off the top shelf for.

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Remembering The Late Don O'Leary Of The Life Centre

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:08:17 GMT

PJ plays archive audio of Don explaining how he came to help in The Life Centre

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After Horror Accident West Cork Girl Féile O'Sullivan Targets Return To School

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:06:58 GMT

PJ gets an update from Cllr Finbarr Harrington a friend of the family.

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Recall Of Heat Pumps Used By Over 100,000 Irish Homes

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:03:43 GMT

Dave Gibbons, plumber, talks to PJ about the recall, how to find out if you have one of the pumps and what do if your pump is one of those affected

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2025-10-03 Listeners Get Ready For Housing Protest, Brave Sexual Violence Campaigner Bláthnaid Raleigh, The Life Of A Showgirl & More...

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 14:34:22 GMT

PJ hears the desperation that drives the Raise The Roof protest in Cork this Saturday, admires the strength of Bláthnaid Raleigh who campaigns on sexual violence after bravely giving up her right to anonymity, learns about the new Taylor Swift album. And more...

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Give Me A Touch Of Freddie Mercury Triumph & A Touch Of Glitter

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 12:52:53 GMT

PJ chats to Brian Keville about Freddie and life on the road channelling Freddie in advance of his Cork show. See also here

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Sound Baths Are The Sound Of A Quieter Mind

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 12:35:14 GMT

Michaela Repaska brings sound baths into PJ's studio to heal the noise of modern life and deliver moments of deep peace. See also here

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De Barra's Is The Bar Where People Find Fun And Soul

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 12:28:34 GMT

PJ talks to Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh from RTE One’s “Seisiún” which features beloved Cork music house De Barra's tonight. See also here

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After Mat Leave How Does Breastfeeding At Work Happen?

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 12:14:45 GMT

Sandra has just gone back to work and is breastfeeding junior. PJ gets some tips for other mums

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Breastfeeding Tips For "The Fourth Trimester"

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 12:09:41 GMT

Katie Dwyer chats with PJ about the beautiful, messy, and deeply personal reality of feeding your newborn.

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Brave Sexual Violence Campaigner Bláthnaid Raleigh Goes Beyond the Verdict To Truth, Justice and Recovery

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 12:04:58 GMT

PJ Coogan chats with Bláthnaid Raleigh to hear the real story behind her new book Aftermath and the strength it takes to speak openly. Aftermath By Bláthnaid Raleigh With Niall Kelly (Gill Books)

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Singing for Shelter - Martin Leahy Calls For Support Of Saturday's Raise The Roof Protest

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 11:57:39 GMT

Musician Martin Leahy who protests outside the Oireachtas each week and has been for three years on the housing situation shares the personal eviction — and why he’s calling Cork to the streets this weekend. Raise The Roof Protest Assembly point / time: Grand Parade / National Monument — be on site at least 30–45 minutes before 14:30 for camera/kit setup and to catch early speakers. (Organisers’ start 14:30.)

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Cork Woman Is Ms Universal Global International

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 10:55:00 GMT

PJ chats to Mary who wants to inspire other women to be bold

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The Life Of A Showgirl Is Taylor Swift's New Album Hear All The Easter Eggs And Lore Around It

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 09:19:25 GMT

PJ gets all the scoop from Katie O'Keefe from the Corks 96FM Newsroom

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My "Temporary" Life Of Two Years of Unstable Housing in Cork

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 09:14:09 GMT

Jessica tells PJ about the exhausting cycle of moving from one rental to the next, searching through ads for ludicrous accommodation to find the merely tolerable, and the personal cost of never having a home.

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Carlow Weather's Alan O'Reilly Gives Storm Amy Update

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 09:09:33 GMT

PJ hears from Alan that West Cork should expect problems when Amy hits.

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2025-10-02 Is Missing School A Big Deal? Corkmen On Gaza Aid Flotilla Detailed By Israel, Petnames For Cars & More...

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 15:51:25 GMT

PJ hears that missing school can be for valid reasons, tracks the Corkmen seized by Israel on the Gaza aid flotilla, hears listener petnames for their cars. And more...

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Sharon From allergywise.ie Starts Allergy-Friendly Cookie Food Truck

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:47:13 GMT

PJ spoke previously to Sharon about how she started allergywise.ie to help schools make kids allergy-smart and now she has an inclusive treat truck in Scally's Clonakilty

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Will Storm Anna Be Bad In Cork?

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:43:20 GMT

PJ hears from Alan O'Reilly of Carlow Weather that certain areas might have a bad 'un

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Mum Romy On Sabina & Michael D Higgins "Latch On Morning" For Breastfeeding

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:42:37 GMT

Romy talks to PJ about being a part of Ireland's First Family's commitment to supporting breastfeeding

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Izz From Izz Palestinian Cafe On George's Quay On Winning Georgina Campbell Food Award And The Situation In Palestine

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:25:53 GMT

PJ talks to Izz who just scooped a Georgina Campbell Global Cuisines Award

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Irish People On Board Gaza Aid Flotilla Detained By Israel

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:22:24 GMT

PJ talk to writer Naoise Dolan, about the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla by Israeli forces who detained Corkonians Patrick O’Donovan, and Tadgh Hickey among others

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My Kids Book Is Fun AND Keeps My Dog Millie's Memory Alive

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:16:21 GMT

Declan Kiely is from Carrigtohill, and after his dog Millie passed away, he found a unique way to keep her memory alive. He’s written a children’s book, “Millie Lost Her Sausages.” See also here

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Health Insurance Is Changing - Here's What You Need To Know

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:11:27 GMT

Plans are changing and rates are rising, so Dermot Goode of healthinsuranceireland.ie tells PJ the best way to optimize your cover for your age, your family and your wallet

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Don't We All Secretly Give Our Cars A Name PLUS Roy Keane On Your Bikini!

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 12:46:15 GMT

PJ talks to Mary Jane O'Regan about giving your car a pet name and she gives a quick take on the Roykini too!

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Where Is Everybody? Should We Chill About Missing School?

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 12:41:51 GMT

PJ talks to Jennifer Horgan, education correspondent with the Irish Examiner and to mum Irene about the soaring rates of kids missing school and if it is really the problem some people say it is

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Headlice Season! Here's Some Great Tips

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:41:59 GMT

PJ hears what to do when the dreaded letter or WhatsApp from school arrives from Niall of O’Sullivans Late Nite Pharmacy, Bandon & Mallow Late Nite Pharmacy

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2025-10-01 Childcare Costs Keep Soaring, CCFC Fans Plan Protest, A Few Wins For Listeners & More...

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 13:51:12 GMT

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A Space Of Their Own

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 12:17:01 GMT

Luke O'Gorman a National Youth Council Youth Work Champion explains why the simple act of providing a physical space is becoming a lifeline for young people struggling with digital life.

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Little Evie Got Her School Place

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 11:54:03 GMT

Zoe was on the show talking about her little Evie and the drama of dealing with the endless bureaucracy to get a proper start for her kids. Great news! Evie got her place!

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Support Makes All The Difference With Breastfeeding

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 11:39:47 GMT

Kathriona Devereux tells PJ that other mums are the best answer to the constant messaging of doubt to young mothers

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Breda Needs A Pain Block Injection Otherwise Even A Shower Is Hell

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 11:36:13 GMT

PJ talks to Breda who used to get several pain block injections a year but now finds herself waiting for one

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Pain Is The Roller Coaster Ride You Didn't Sign Up For

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 11:35:34 GMT

Lorraine tells PJ that finding a community has helped her deal with the lifelong pain she has to deal with. Need help? Try chronicpain.ie

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The Weight of God's Tears Organization of National Ex-Service Personnel Fuchsia Appeal

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 09:54:03 GMT

As the Fuchsia appeal starts PJ talks to Tracy Connolly and Pat Feen about how a simple fuchsia badge funds a vital safety net for veterans who've fallen through the cracks.

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Where Everyone Belongs: Reimagining Midleton CBS

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 09:41:26 GMT

PJ hears from Principal Niamh O'Leary of Midleton CBS Primary School about how they are reimagining education with coeducation for the first time in 160 years. Open evening on Oct 7th.

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Fans Plan Protest At CCFC Match Friday

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 09:26:37 GMT

Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne was at the CCFC Training Ground in Curraheen and discussed Friday's proposed protest

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Three Years Waiting For A Drain Cleared - Sorted After The Opinion Line :)

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 09:08:12 GMT

Megs was on the show because even her kids couldn't play outside with the water building up but she tells PJ it's been sorted!

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Great News As Sinead Gets The Stolen Wheelchair Back For Her Mam

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 09:05:55 GMT

PJ celebrates with Sinead Long who got the wheelchair and walking aid belonging to her mam back after the car it was in got stolen all with a bit of help from us!

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Averil On The Maths That's Breaking Childcare

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 08:59:36 GMT

Averil reveals to PJ why she had to abandon the government's funding scheme, the impossible choice between closing her doors or raising prices, and why the official promises don't add up.

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2025-09-30 Presidential Debate Toxic Or Tame? Are Flags On The Street Threatening? Swimming Silences Stress & More...

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 12:51:01 GMT

PJ chats about the VMTV Presidential Debate, discusses if flags on the street are threatening, hears how swimming is the plug to beat stress. And more...

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Audrey Found Her Happy Place How Swimming Became Her Woman's Ultimate Outlet

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 11:52:00 GMT

Audrey, Cork's beloved vaccine nurse, tells PJ how the water can become the most powerful tool for managing stress, transforming your health, and claiming a moment of peace in a demanding life

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Dolores Tells PJ The Trend Of Hanging Tricolors On Lamposts Is Shameful

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 10:39:45 GMT

Dolores says that flags should be treated with respect and used for celebrations, sports and state occasions and not as a commentary on immigration

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The Camino Challenge Fueling Cork's Field of Dreams

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 10:36:56 GMT

A live update from the Camino path with a Cork mum and other relatives walking 112km to create a centre of excellence for their loved ones. See also https://www.idonate.ie/event/Camino4DSCorkFoD

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Building Emotional Armor 2 Mums Build Toys That Help Kids Talk About Anxiety & Build Confidence

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 10:22:09 GMT

PJ hears from Lisa Gilmartin of Snugz about their plush giraffe and storybooks to equip children with the emotional resilience they need for life's ups and downs.

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Storm Humberto Heads To Ireland - Will It Be A Bang Or A Whimper When It Gets Here?

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 10:15:01 GMT

PJ talks Humberto and other weather issues with Cathal Nolan of Ireland's Weather Channel

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Stand Up To Social Media Giants

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:57:19 GMT

Siobhán O'Donoghue of Uplift Ireland is organizing Carrigaline people to appeal to EU Commissioner Michael McGrath who has the power to cut the tech companies down to size

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Budget Tips For Xmas - Now Is The Time To Plan

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:52:06 GMT

Let's stay out of trouble with Xmas spending Jessie Anthony of MABS says to PJ Coogan

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Tragedy In Louth

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:47:58 GMT

As Drumgowna and its people are in all our thoughts, PJ gets an update from Ruth O'Connell, Deputy News Editor LMFM, part of the Onic network.

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Presidential Debate Toxic Or Tame?

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:45:22 GMT

PJ chats to Adam Higgins of The Irish Sun about the VTMTV debate last night between our Presidential hopefuls

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3 Bed-Semi Now EUR408, 000 in Cork

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:44:14 GMT

PJ talks to Adam Ferguson from Daft.ie about what they found in their latest report on the property market.

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2025-09-29 Childcare Providers Face Terrible Choice, Cork Accent Baffles NFL Players, Kids Losing Out From School Space Shortage & More...

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 13:26:52 GMT

PJ hears that childcare providers soaring costs leave them facing hard choices, chats to Eoin who baffled MSN players with his Cork accent, talks to parents devastated their kids won't get the right start because they didn't get school spaces. And more...

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My Boy Boe Needs His School Space

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 12:47:04 GMT

PJ talks to Niall who cannot get a space suited to his lad Boe's needs and Niall, a lecturer in Public Health, also talks about the autism/Paracetamol controversy

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A Ryder Cup We Won't Forget!

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 12:07:09 GMT

PJ talks to Joe Seward about the weekend triumph for Ireland and for Europe in the Ryder Cup and also the unreal scenes of hooliganism at the event

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One Word In Your Child's Report Could Be The Difference Between Getting A Space And Not

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 11:59:31 GMT

PJ talks to Margaret who had to act fast when paperwork required one word but the report she had commissioned used a similar word!

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Eldon's School Place is Secure, So Why is His Life on Hold Asks Mum Leanne?

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 11:44:31 GMT

Leanne Thompson fought tooth and nail to get her son Eldon a school place, but now she's facing a heartbreaking new obstacle: a finished uniform, a promised desk, and a start date that won't come she tells PJ

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Corks Comic Con Will Be Epic On Oct 4th/5th

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 11:38:34 GMT

PJ gets all the deets on the workshops, the cosplay and the meetups from Olivia Fahy of Geek Ireland

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Corkmans Quiet Compassion For Air India Victims Wins Sarbojonin Durgotsab Award

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 11:36:35 GMT

PJ chats to Finbarr Archer who receieved an award from the Cork Sarbojonin Durgotsab over the weekend for tending Air India graves

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Courtney Kelleher From Clon Did So Much Good In Her Red Cross Work

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 11:33:55 GMT

PJ talks to Courtney who mentors young Red Cross members, supports Ukrainian families, helps food/clothing collections, volunteers for animal rescue AND is studying in college as well! If you know someone like that in the Red Cross, nominate them for an award and maybe we will clean up this year as well. See redcross.ie/nva

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There Has To Be An Explanation For The Fish Kill!

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 11:28:48 GMT

There has to be an explanation for the fish kill as even dog lovers are afraid of letting their pets near the river that visited carnage on fish life John Ruby from Mallow Trout Anglers Club tells PJ

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NFL Stars Baffled By Eoin The Slurry Man's Cork Accent

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 11:26:08 GMT

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Your Childcare Costs Are About to Skyrocket. Here’s Why.

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 09:59:28 GMT

PJ talks to Ollie Sheehan of Mary Geary childcare Why are the best creches being forced to choose between going broke or raising your fees

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Father And Daughter Found Dead In Finglas

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 09:57:46 GMT

PJ and David Seagrave from our Onic sister station FM104 talk about the latest developments in a very tragic discovery

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Kabin Studio Swan On How Standing Up To Bullying Changed His Life

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 08:00:00 GMT

PJ hears his remarkable story

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2025-09-26 Rebecca Gets Her Vacant Housing Grant, Stolen Car Had Mum's Wheelchair, Is Shakespeare A Must For Schools & More...

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 13:28:04 GMT

PJ talks to Rebecca who finally got her housing grant after talking to us Wednesday, Sinead's mum can't get around because her wheelchair was in a car that got stolen, Conor argues Shakespeare should be optional. And more...

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A Complete Beginners Guide To Sunday's NFL Game In Croke Park From Corks Colum Cronin

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 12:01:43 GMT

PJ and Colum have all you need to know to enjoy the Pittsburgh Steelers v Minnesota Vikings game and you can find out even more at irishnflshow.com

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Cork Lad Jamie Nolan Hugged As A Baby By Barack Obama In Moneygall To Meet Him Again Today

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 11:50:38 GMT

PJ chats to Jamie who is on the way up to meet President Obama in Dublin

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From Cork Streets To Messi’s Stage Evan Deasy’s Soccer Glory

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 11:38:32 GMT

Evan Deasy shares how a Dublin qualifier took him all the way to Miami, where Lionel Messi crowned him a world champion

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Working From Home Means Working From Corfu!

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 11:30:28 GMT

PJ talks to Rebecca Doody who works from Corfu to enjoy the sun, the way of life and the prices!

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Shakespeare In School: Is It Still A Must?

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 11:22:50 GMT

Conor, a teacher from West Cork says it's time to move on from The Bard and allow choice. Should we stop studying the works of the man who pretty much invented modern English?

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Fiona Needs A Second Transplant But Stays Positive

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 10:47:02 GMT

PJ speaks to Fiona who did even did triathlons after she got a transplant from a friend but sadly has a new part to her journey as she is back on dialysis. She talks to PJ about staying positive and the great work done by ika.ie

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Thieves Stole A Car With A Wheelcahir & Walking Aid Belonging To Sinead's Mum

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 09:42:40 GMT

PJ talks to Sinead whose mam now can't get out around town.

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Rebecca Got Her Vacant House Grant!

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 09:21:57 GMT

Rebecca spoke to us Wednesday because her vacant housing grant was forever delayed. PJ hears come good news!

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2025-09-25 My Relative Got Spiked, Corkman Caught In Flotilla Drone Attack, Catriona Wants A Treasure Hunter & More...

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 13:29:45 GMT

PJ hears why we need to boost A&E procedures to gather evidence for drink spiking, talks to Paddy who got caught up in a drone attack on the Global Sumud Flotilla trying to bring aid to Palestine, learns why Catriona is looking for a metal detecting expert. And more...

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Hair Dressers Campaign For 9% VAT

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 11:54:10 GMT

PJ hears from Lisa Eccles who as well as being a great hairdresser is part of the campaign for 9% VAT on hairdressing run by the Irish Hairdressers Federation.

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One Battle After Another Hits Cinemas Tomorrow - What's It All About?

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 11:53:33 GMT

"One Battle After Another" follows a former revolutionary in the United States who, after years of living off the grid in Northern California, must use old skills to rescue his daughter. PJ talks to Crossy about his chat with stars of the film.

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How The Bailout Is Still Hurting Millennials & Gen Zs

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 11:52:48 GMT

PJ talks to Adam Maguire about how the Bailout changed forever the way people drink, socialize, get housing and work. "The Bailout Babies" by Adam Maguire see here

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Great News! I Passed My Paramedic Exam Says Orla

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 11:52:06 GMT

PJ hears perseverance pays off from mum Orla who has wanted to be a paramedic since the age of 8!

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Endometriosis - The Problem Is It Keeps Coming Back

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 11:51:18 GMT

PJ talks to Jess Ní Mhaoláin who who shares the heartbreaking journey of getting treatment

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Corkman Caught Up In Drone Attack On Palestinian Relief Flotilla

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 11:50:47 GMT

PJ talks to Paddy Donovan from Cobh who was caught up in the drone attack on the Global Sumud Flotilla attempting to bring food and medical supplies to families in need during the current conflict

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Help Us Trap The Asian Hornets

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 11:50:09 GMT

PJ talks to Elanor Attridge Eleanor Attridge of the Co Cork Beekeepers Association who has a plan to trap the Asian hornets that have hit Cork to research how we can get rid of them! See also here

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Catriona Needs A Bit Of Help With Her Claddagh Ring

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 11:49:22 GMT

PJ chats to Catriona who tells the story of the fab Claddagh ring her boyfriend got her and how she needs someone with a metal detector to help find it near Charlesfort.

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Getting Spiked Was Bad But We Need To Gather Evidence Properly

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 11:48:52 GMT

PJ talks to Cllr Audrey Buckley whose relative ended up in hospital and found there's no real way to gather evidence properly.

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2025-09-24 Cork Fans Say Thanks To Hoggy, Vacant Property Grant Nightmare, Gong For Kabin Studio & More...

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 12:36:16 GMT

PJ hears Cork fans says thanks for all the good times to hurler Hoggy, learns you need big pockets and patience if you go for the vacant property grant, celebrates with GMC on the latest gong for his Kabin Studio work. And more...

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The Race for the Park Last-Minute Nomination Drama

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 11:39:13 GMT

Adam Higgins of The Irish Sun talks to PJ about last minute drama as to who will make the cut for nominations

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Traitors - What A Finale!

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 11:23:32 GMT

PJ chats with superfan Kelly O'Sullivan who hosts Club 96, Saturdays at 6pm

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Gary's Comic Book Writer Dream Came True

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 10:57:50 GMT

PJ chats to Gary who has just been signed by Marvel!

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Kabin Studio Founder GMC Is Cork Person Of The Month

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 10:46:34 GMT

Think you'd find a better candidate? I doubt it! PJ chats to Garry about how it started and where it's going at the Kabin Studio

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Let's Have Irish Sign Language Everywhere!

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 10:30:24 GMT

PJ talks to Brenda Quigg about how important Irish Sign Language is to helping people feel included.

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Vacant Property Grants - Long Waits & Loads Of Stress

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 10:05:47 GMT

PJ talks to Rebecca who is waiting for her vacant property grant to come through and Grace tells of a similar experience.

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7 Cities In 7 Days Triumph For Alan & Liam

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 09:27:44 GMT

We spoke to Alan and Liam before their cancer busting trek and PJ hears the story of a promise kept, exploring the moments of despair and connection that fuelled an impossible run for a vital cause. If you want to help out, click here

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Tomás Mulcahy On Good Times With His Friend Hoggy

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 09:12:12 GMT

PJ chats with Tomás about the hurling legend of the Glen

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Reaction From The Gang At Glen Rovers To Hoggy's News Captured By Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 08:45:12 GMT

Paul went to Glen Rovers to capture reaction as the news broke

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Hoggy Calls It A Day For Cork Team

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 08:44:11 GMT

PJ talks to Finny Mac, the Corks 96FM GAA reporter, about the news that broke last night that Patrick Horgan is stepping down from Inter-County

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2025-09-23 Bird Flu In Cork, CUH Kids Go To Eurodisney, Rugby's Donncha O'Callaghan Live In Studio & More...

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 13:31:49 GMT

PJ finds out the detection of Bird Flu in The Lough, hears from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne about the CUH Kids taking a special trip to Disneyland Paris, talks about dads and Palestine to Donncha O'Callaghan. And more...

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After Last Night What Now For CCFC?

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 12:10:02 GMT

PJ talks things over with Trevor Welch of Corks 96FM The Score & Premier League Live powered by Talk Sport

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PJ Chats With Jack Gleeson & Niamh McCormack About The Netflix Release "House Of Guinness" Dropping Thursday

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 12:04:58 GMT

“House of Guinness” is a historical Netflix drama about the turbulent power struggle among Sir Benjamin Guinness’s four children and PJ chats to the stars

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Charlies Rescue The Rescue Pony That Became A Show Star

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 11:09:11 GMT

PJ talk to Lillian who, along with her daughter, gave all the love to their rescue pony who is now star of the RDS. Cobh Rescue Ponies are hosting a singles night at Titanic Bar and Grill on 8th of November at 8pm to raise much needed funds for our rescues.

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Donncha O'Callaghan On Being A Dad And His Pride In Ireland's Compassion For Palestine

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 11:00:12 GMT

PJ chats to Donncha live in studio in advance of his appearance In 7pm Thu Sep 25th in Eason Douglas Court SC for the launch of Disaster Dad: Fun Day Fiasco

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Midleton Protests Lack Of Flood Action

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 10:38:36 GMT

Caroline Leahy, Secretary Midleton and East Cork Flood Protection Group, talks to PJ about their protest yesterday and their fears for winter.

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Bird Flu Outbreak In Cork

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 10:28:05 GMT

Paul Byrne breaks the news to PJ about Bird Flu detected in Cork and shortly after PJ speaks to Vincent Cashman of the CSPCA about what this means

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Only One Bin Company Per Area Is Being Considered By New Govt Policy

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 10:25:03 GMT

Ireland's bin system of open competition is unique and may be about to change Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor of The Irish Independent, tells PJ

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Running To Be A Presidential Candidate Has Been An Experience Says Cllr Kieran McCarthy

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:49:27 GMT

PJ chats to Cllr Kieran McCarthy about what it's like to try to be a Presidential Candidate

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All The AI Questions You Wanted To Find Out About

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:46:00 GMT

Reidin O'Connor tells PJ about the everyday massive benefits and potential pitfalls of AI ahead of The ‘Unplugged AI’ event is on Wednesday the 24th at Republic of Work in Cork at 5:30 PM

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Magical Kids On The Way To Disneyland Paris With CUH Childrens Club

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:43:04 GMT

Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne was up early this morning to join the kids of the CUH Childrens Club as they left Cork at 4am on a trip to Disneyland Paris

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How An Insurance Crisis for Truckers Becomes a Problem For You

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:17:05 GMT

How soaring insurance premiums for hauliers are threatening the price of goods and the survival of rural communities.

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2025-09-22 Taoiseach Meets Mum Over Daughter's Hip Op, Why I Became A Pain Ambassador, Doggy B&B & More...

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 13:45:16 GMT

PJ talks to Antoinette who met the Taoiseach over the weekend about her daughter's hip operation, hears why Irene became a Pain Ambassador, chats with Agnes about her doggy B&B. And more...

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World Conker Championships Need Better Chestnuts And It Might Even Be Ireland To The Rescue!

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 11:45:44 GMT

The World Conker championships are being held Oct 12th in Southwick but chestnut quality is a problem St.John Burkett tells PJ and the organizers may even look to Ireland or Germany for some hard nuts! See also here

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Going Away? Try a Doggy B&B For Your Pooch Instead Of Kennels

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 11:41:01 GMT

PJ talks to Agnes Stawosz who started Cork's first Doggy B&B, Dogville B&B.

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Tough Decision Ahead? Here Are Some Great Tips

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 11:38:28 GMT

Nuala Walsh who wrote "TUNE IN: How to Make Smarter Decisions in a Noisy World" gives decision-making tips to PJ in advance of her Network Cork appearance Wed Oct 1st See also here

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Re-Creation Is A Fictionalized Fresh Take On The Murder Of Sophie Toscan du Plantier

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 10:53:06 GMT

PJ chats with Jim Sheridan and David Merriman about their new film.

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Clashduv Council Housing Is At End Of Life

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 10:32:12 GMT

PJ chats to residents who say the buildings are falling apart because they are well past their lifespan

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Learning To Sing Will Change Your Life

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 10:12:57 GMT

PJ chats to Caoimhe from musicmad.info who says confidence, mental health and even physical health will improve if you conquer your fear of singing

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Irene Wants To Help Others With Chronic Pain

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 09:58:23 GMT

Irene is a Pain Ambassador for Chronic Pain Ireland

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Compulsory Cooking For Primary School Would Be Amazing For Kids

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 09:42:06 GMT

Gillian Mahony of Cookery Cottage tells PJ it has so many benefits even maths, numeracy and budgeting on top of making delish meals later in life. See also cookerycottage.ie

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Does The Fire Brigade Actually Rescue Cats?

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 09:13:55 GMT

Many a cartoon is based around the Fire Brigade rescuing cats but over the weekend Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne found out they actually do that sometimes only when he saw a cat rescue in Ballincollig

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So Unfair To Hog Mum & Child Parking Spaces

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 09:04:32 GMT

Sandra tells PJ it's very disappointing that many haven't got the message yet.

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Weekend Air Traffic Chaos

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 08:51:42 GMT

PJ talks to Tom Randles from Barters who is also President of the Irish Travel Agents Association

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Mum Who Confronted Taoiseach Over Daughter's Hip Op Got Meeting With Him Over Weekend

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 08:50:21 GMT

PJ talks to Antoinette Burke who met with the Taoiseach over the weekend

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2025-09-19 Autism Myths Hurt Parents, Your Phone Is Tracking You, Granny Rappers & More...

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 14:54:50 GMT

PJ hears that myths like low vitamins causing autism are very hurtful to parents, talks to Kate McDonalds of RTE Investigates about the detailed picture of your life a mobile phone can leak to data brokers, gets down with granny rappers. And more...

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Happy Tummy Bread Company Goes Global

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 13:03:06 GMT

PJ talks to Karen, her passion project has now become a global business!

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So Much Variety For Corks Culture Night

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 12:02:36 GMT

PJ talks to Cork City Arts Officer Michelle Carew about a fab lineup

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Open Streets Ballincollig Highlights Community And Business This Sunday (2-4pm)

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 11:54:31 GMT

PJ talks to Emer Cassidy of Ballincollig Business Association about the event which will feature entertainment, a farmers market and free goodies!

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Even The Grannies Are Rapping With Kabin Studio

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 11:37:34 GMT

PJ talks to Sally Crowley & Maureen Cullinane who aren't leaving the rhymes and the beats to the young ones!

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Aaron Hill's Dad Stephen Is So Proud

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 11:15:18 GMT

Aaron Hill is stellar and PJ talks to his dad who is bursting with pride

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Gear Up Your Boiler For Winter

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 10:55:23 GMT

PJ gets some good advice from John Mulcahy Of Cork Plumbing

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Cork-Midleton-Youghal Railway Petition Going To Dáil

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 10:51:57 GMT

Stacey Lewis East Cork Rail Alliance tells PJ they have 20,000 signatures!

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Parking Fines In Shandon Street So Bad Owner Says He Had To Move

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 10:46:32 GMT

PJ talks to Noel who says he had to move his tackle shop out of the area he loves because parking fines made it unviable

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Tracking Someone Is Easy Using Their Phone Data

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 09:44:47 GMT

PJ speaks to Kate McDonald whose RTE Prime Time investigation into the world of data brokers showed how shockingly easy it is to track someone.

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So Hurtful To Hear Fake News About Autism And Vitamins In The Dáil

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 09:32:53 GMT

PJ chats to Claire McCarthy, Queenovershare on Instagram, about how hurtful hearing unscientific theories about the cause of autism is when you have a child with autism

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Novelist Naoise Dolan On Joining The Global Sumud Flotilla For Gaza Relief

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 09:13:08 GMT

PJ talks to Naoise about what motivated her to join the flotilla

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2025-09-18 How 2 years became 2 days, Flood victims prepare to protest, Ultramarathons for cancer & more

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 14:22:47 GMT

A 2 year wait for her MRI became 2 days but Penelopes mum Katie says it shouldn’t have to be that way...Flood victims in East Cork are preparing for a protest at County Hall...7 marathons, 7 cities, 7 days - liam and alan are in paris today & lots more

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€14,000 for Off-campus student accommodation in Cork

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 12:35:35 GMT

Pj caught up with Alex Angland, UCC’s student union president who spoke to the Oireachtas Committee on Higher Education about 'access to affordable accommodation being currently, the single biggest barrier to education in the third-level sector'

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Rise in school-related anxiety triggers surge in Childline calls

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 12:32:04 GMT

Regina O'Sullivan Cork childline manager for ISPCA chats to PJ about how the first weeks of September can be a mix of excitement and apprehension for children and young people as they get used to new school classes, catch up with their friends and resume extracurricular activities.

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Midleton and East Cork Flood Protection Group

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 12:28:36 GMT

Caroline Leahy speaks to PJ about Midleton and East Cork Flood Protection Group, abouy holding a protest on the 22nd September at 8.30am outside County Hall.

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Kate Healey Mum of young Penelope catches up with us

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 12:23:09 GMT

Yesterday we had a story with a happy ending about a young girl from Cork named Penelope who was diagnosed with a rare, de novo genetic condition in 2018 and desperately waiting for an MRI under sedation, today PJ catches up with Penelope's mother about the journey.

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Yet Again: Vandalism in the Fairfield

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 12:15:48 GMT

PJ Speaks to Lorraine Sloane Blackstone Rovers AFC Fairfield on the ongoing mindless vandalism in the Fairfield.

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2025-09-17 Lets get Nell her MRI, Banned drivers still driving, Ziplining for cancer & more

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 14:28:55 GMT

Nell is 8, and needs an MRI. She was on a 2 year waiting list but then her friend called us...Banned from driving - but hundreds of Cork motorists still have their licence....Ziplining in Dubai for Cork Cancer Connect & lots more

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Facing Fears for a Cause: Ziplining Dubai for Cancer Connect

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 13:06:00 GMT

Afraid of heights but fearless for charity: Jane and Fiona tackle the world’s longest zipline for Cancer Connect.

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Cork's Euro Toques finalist

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:52:56 GMT

Nell, a West Cork chef and Taste of the Atlantic fish ambassador, shares her passion for underutilized Irish seafood, including the flatfish Maeghrim. She explains how she prepares it with foraged seaweed, local gooseberries, and traditional flavors, while highlighting the challenges and excitement of Ireland’s culinary competitions. Listen as she gives a behind-the-scenes look at her journey, mentorship, and the upcoming MasterChef-style competition on October 12th.

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Surviving Seizures and a Coma: Dermot O’Leary’s Journey

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:50:42 GMT

Dermot O’Leary shares his story with PJ,from the first signs of seizures as a teenager, to a life-threatening coma, memory loss, and the long road to recovery. He talks resilience, rebuilding life from scratch, and the inspiration behind his new book, The World Behind the Door.

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Early Intervention and Endless Paperwork: Zoe’s Story of Alfie, Evie, and Autism Supports

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:47:50 GMT

Zoe shares her family’s journey with autism on The Opinion Line. While her children Alfie and Evie thrive in supportive schools, she describes the endless paperwork, delays, and lack of empathy from the Department of Education that make accessing basic early intervention services a constant battle.

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Urgent MRI secured for Eight-Year-Old Penelope ‘Nell’ Pearl

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:25:15 GMT

Carole Horgan of Best of Buds in Winthrop Arcade spoke about eight-year-old Penelope “Nell” Pearl Healy Nolan, a Cork girl living with a rare genetic condition and worsening scoliosis, who had been waiting since May 2024 for an MRI under general anaesthetic.

Within hours of the broadcast, the system moved, Nell was given an urgent MRI date at Cork University Hospital, ending more than a year of painful waiting.

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2025-09-16 Council Won't Back Presidential Candidate, John From Traitors Ireland, Ghost Hunter In Cork School & More...

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 13:40:31 GMT

PJ takes calls on the City Council vote to back no Independent Presidential Candidate, chats with John from Traitors Ireland, discusses spooks in Coláiste Eamman Rís with ghost hunter Chris Fleming. And more...

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Beyond the Pony Club - The Mums Who Want To Revive Ploughing

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 12:14:26 GMT

Cork mums Caroline O’Driscoll, Claire O’Rourke and Séad Ní Mhaoilmhia are competing in the Ploughing Championships and chat to PJ about how they went from Pony Club to ploughing

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A School Bus That Carries Hope

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 11:55:43 GMT

PJ talks to Karen about why a school bus for St. Mary's School in Rochestown is so important for her little Emma

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More Than A Game: The GAA And Where It's Going

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 11:34:55 GMT

PJ talks to Michael Moynihan about his new book

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Roisín The Campaigning Endometriosis TikToker Finally Gets Bucharest Op

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:47:51 GMT

Roisín Howe spoke to us earlier in the year about the excellent treatment available in Bucharest. Finally she got there and is delighted with the results.

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US TV Ghost Hunter Chris Fleming Visits Coláiste Eamann Rís

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:17:44 GMT

Coláiste Eamann Rís is always in the news around Halloween with many ghosts reported to have been seen in an area where many perished on the gallows in the past. PJ talks to top ghost hunter Chris Fleming who visited the school yesterday evening.

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John From Traitors Ireland Chats To PJ

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:02:18 GMT

It's the show everyone is talking about. John knows who won but he ain't telling PJ. See the whole series here if you need to catch up

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Can We Improve Leaving Cert Maths For Girls

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:36:16 GMT

PJ talks to Eoghan O'Leary from The Tuition Centre and STEM activist Grainne Bagnall about how we ensure women have access to high paying jobs which require Leaving Cert maths.

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Catherine Connolly & Jim Gavin Talk To Katie O'Keefe From 96FM News

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:32:38 GMT

Both Presidential candidates visited Cork over recent days and Katie O'Keefe from the 96FM Newsroom took the opportunity to pose some questions

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Cllr Kieran McCarthy & Cllr Kenneth Collins On Council Vote Not To Support Presidential Candidate

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:05:55 GMT

Cllr Kieran McCarthy says he will keep up the campaign despite last night's vote while SF Cllr Kenneth Collins says the party did not have a policy of blocking independent candidates. PJ also hears listener opinions.

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Lord Mayor Cllr Fergal Dennehy On Cork City Council Presidential Candidate Vote

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:01:16 GMT

The vote had some controversies, PJ talks them through with the Lord Mayor.

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2025-09-15 Mum Confronts Taoiseach On Daughter's Op, Water & Electricity Shortage Stops Builders, How Do You Hobnob & More...

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 14:23:57 GMT

PJ takes calls with a mum who confronted the Taoiseach on her daughter's hip operation, on the shortage of electricity and water connections slowing down building, about how to make the best Hobnob. And more...

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More Than a Pumpkin - Planting the Seeds of Food Love

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 12:14:01 GMT

Sandra Burns from Joe's Crisps on the magic that happens when kids pull their own dinner from the earth. Pumpkin picking, weekends, from Oct 4th to 20th see joesfarmcrisps.ie

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Multitalented Cian Sweeney Of 1000 Beasts Fame On Culture Night & "As If I Always Knew"

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 11:59:15 GMT

Cian Sweeney, known for 1000 Beasts is doing a unique piano performance on Culture Night. He tells PJ about it and about his love of Culture Night.

As If I Always Knew presents Cian Sweeney – A Piano Meditation Fri Sep 19th Cork City Hall – Concert Hall 5:30pm – 6:20pm & 8:00pm – 8:50pm Booking required see here

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Bill Murray Ate My Ice Cream!

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 11:41:29 GMT

PJ talks to Catherine Good of The Good Dairy Company who served Ice Cream to actor Bill Good, famous for Ghostbusters and Groundhog Day, on his Cork visit over the weekend.

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Mum Challenges Taoiseach At Fianna Fáil Think In Over Hip Operation For Daughter

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 11:33:35 GMT

PJ talks to Antoinette who challenged An Taoiseach over the wait for an operation for her daughter and An Taoiseach responds in audio captured by Katie O'Keefe of the 96FM newsroom

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Hobnob & Swiss Roll GBBO Challenges For Ellen's Kitchen In Cobh

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 11:20:01 GMT

PJ talks to Ellen about how she took up the challenge and how her customers responded

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Botín - A Bilingual Board Game To Brush Up Your Irish

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 10:19:30 GMT

PJ chats to Sean O'Shea from botinireland.com

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Pres Ballyphehane Went Co-Ed A Year Ago - Let's Check In!

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 10:14:44 GMT

PJ catches up with Barry O'Shea, Pres Ballyphehane Principal and asks about some of the newer subjects being examined in the Leaving Cert as well

The Presentation Secondary School, Ballyphehane, will hold its in-person Open Night this Thu Sep 18th You can register for it now on presballyphehane.com

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Daragh Cronin's Journey to the Top of the World

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 10:14:05 GMT

After cycling the length of Africa for himself, Daragh Cronin roaminwithcronin on Instagram is attempting an even greater feat, unsupported, for a cause close to his heart.

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What's Holding Back House Building? - Infrastructure!

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 09:27:35 GMT

Conor O’Connell, Director Of Housing & Planning Construction Industry Federation (CIF) tells PJ that a lack of electrical, water, waste and broadband connections is seriously holding back housing.

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Paul Sheehan From Simon Cork On The Emergency Accommodation Crisis

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 09:18:27 GMT

Following on from Aisling's plight PJ talks to Paul Sheehan

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Paul Byrne Talks To Aisling About The Conditions In Emergency Accommodation

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 09:15:57 GMT

Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne speaks to Aisling about the conditions she is living in.

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Why Can't Council Clean Drains?

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 09:14:06 GMT

Megs has been trying to get the drain outside her house for 3 years and asks PJ what she has to do to get it sorted

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2025-09-12 Eurovision Too Little Too Late, Child Heartbroken Over School Transport, Don't Hate On Traitors Liars & More...

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 13:48:16 GMT

PJ asks is RTE doing too little too late over Israel and the Eurovision, hears a mum tell of her heartbroken child who can't get to school, chats about the hate shown to people competing on Traitors Ireland. And more...

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Why Ireland Said 'No' To Israel In The Eurovision

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 11:30:31 GMT

From winners to technicians, Ireland's music scene and broadcast technicians are backing an unprecedented boycott of the world's biggest song contest Ken Sweeney, Showbiz Editor with The Irish Sun tells PJ

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Beyond The Barn Blarney's Aileen Is A Mum, A Teacher & A History-Making Farmer

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 11:27:11 GMT

PJ hears from Aileen Sheehan about sustainable farming, breaking a 27-year streak, and why women in agriculture need to step forward.

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Savage Honesty Box Idea In Ballydehob PJ Talks To Clare

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:52:56 GMT

An honesty box where you serve yourself in Ballydehob has a neat twist. To get there you have to message on Instagram to get the Eircode. And there's other twists to their food as PJ finds out from Clare.

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Weather Breaking For The Weekend?

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:38:59 GMT

Weather is changing so PJ asks Cathal Nolan from Ireland's Weather Channel what's in store.

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Mark Smith Gives An Update On His Wife Beloved Mitchelstown Teacher Claire Downey Smith

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:30:25 GMT

Mark gives us an update and don't forget Caring For Claire Bingo Fundraiser Sat Sep 13th 8.15pm Creamery Hall Kildorrery

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Childcare Workers Are Stressed Out And It's Not Good For Them Or Our Kids

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:15:31 GMT

PJ hears that the red tape, low pay and uncertainty among the valuable people looking after our precious kids needs to be sorted from Elaine Dunne of the Federation Early Childhood Providers and Laura Gormley, Assistant Professor DCU School of Inclusive & Special Education

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Traitors Is Fun Let's Not Be Nasty To Players!

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:11:51 GMT

The comments being made about Eamon online disgust Tanya Sweeney of the Irish Independent she tells PJ

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The Beer Garden Discovery That Started The Asian Hornet Hunt

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 09:24:39 GMT

Scientific curiosity over a strange insect pint led to the discovery of Asian hornets Dr Dave O'Leary , Senior Technical Officer UCC Dept. of Medicine, tells PJ.

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Do We Need Hatcheries To Help Fix The Blackwater?

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 09:18:38 GMT

Hatcheries might help if done right, PJ unpacks how they could help with John Ruby, Chairperson Mallow Trout Anglers Trout Anglers Club

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Lauren's Fighting For Darragh's Right To Get To School

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 09:15:37 GMT

Darragh is left isolated and bewildered after school transport for him was approved but none was available forcing his mum Lauren to become an activist

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Flooding Chaos In Shanakiel

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 09:11:16 GMT

PJ talks to Victor Shine of Cork City Fire Brigade who were called in after a water main burst causing traffic chaos

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2025-09-11 Paddy Is A Bricklayer At Two Years Old, Mitchelstown Goes Dog Friendly, Drone Hits Tadhg's Gaza Flotilla Boat & More...

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 15:18:59 GMT

PJ learns about two year old Paddy who is a TikTok sensation for his building work, hears about Mitchelstown going dog crazy, talks to Tadhg Hickey on board a Global Sumud Flotilla Gaza aid ship struck by a drone. And more...

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The Scammers Were So Convincing They Knew What I Had Spent

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 12:51:24 GMT

PJ talks to Ann Marie who didn't fall for the scammers but wants to warn others how convincing they sounded

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Drone Attack at Sea: A First-Hand Account From Tadhg Hickey Of The Gaza Flotilla

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 12:47:38 GMT

PJ Coogan speaks directly with Tadhg Hickey, who witnessed a suspected drone strike on his aid vessel, about the mission and why he keeps going despite the danger

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The Mitchelstown Model: Can a Whole Town Go Dog-Friendly? Ciara & Kate Say Yes!

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 12:43:23 GMT

The minds behind a unique Cork initiative reveal to PJ how they got an entire town's businesses on the same leash to create a must-visit destination.

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Women Want The Power Of The Pocket Says Mary-Jane

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 12:40:51 GMT

"It has pockets!" PJ unpacks the genuine thrill behind those three words with Mary-Jane O'Regan who asks why a simple square of fabric in a dress feels like a radical act of independence.

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Help Aimee Find A Job That Will Accommodate Her Additional Needs

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 11:52:41 GMT

Aimee is in Kinsale and has done courses after the Leaving Cert but now needs to find a job, PJ talks to her and gets more background from Jack

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Cork Is Loving 2 Year Old Paddy From Mitchelstown And His Building Video

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 11:43:18 GMT

PJ talks to Kieran Murphy about his protegé Paddy the two year old who is answering the building shortage by getting on board as a tradesman. See video here

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We Need More Busses In Rural Areas

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 11:40:02 GMT

PJ talks to Michael and to Trisha who contacted us after Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne's piece about people in towns finding it hard to work or study because of threadbare bus schedules.

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When Your Teen Studies Abroad - A Parent's View

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 11:38:14 GMT

PJ chats to Julie whose two daughters opted for the UK and the Netherlands for Third Level. She says it gave them the best fit for learning what they loved. Julie runs web seminars mentioned in the podcast which you can find here

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Cork Rallies To Get 11 Year Old Féile O'Sullivan An Adapted Car After Horrific Injuries

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 09:03:20 GMT

PJ gets an update from Cllr Finbarr Harrington on efforts to help Féile after her horrific farm accident

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Charlie Kirk Shooting Shows Debate Is Too Toxic

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 09:02:45 GMT

Cllr Albert Deasy tells PJ he is horrified by the assassination of the late American political campaigner

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What Next For Blackpool Credit Union Customers After Hack

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 09:02:14 GMT

What can happen to the information and what is the best thing to do next PJ asks Ronan Murphy of Smarttech247 Penetration Testing & Security

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2025-09-10 Billy Kelleher On FF Presidential Race, Super Student Entrepreneurs, Happy Birthday Blarney Woollen Mills & More...

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:01:00 GMT

Billy Kelleher MEP talks to PJ about the Fianna Fáil Presidential race, hears how Student Inc rewards bright young entrepreneurs, chats to Freda Hayes about Blarney Woollen Mills 50th birthday. And more...

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Jay Choi's Korean Food Snags A Great Taste Award

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 12:32:29 GMT

Jay Choi tells PJ the story of how she started OGAM Korean

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Republic Of Oud Alan's Gone From Bulletproof Vests to Perfume Bottles

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 12:23:58 GMT

PJ talks to Alan, bossman at the Republic of Oud in the Winthrop Arcade about how he went from a lively life in the Middle East to making perfumes.

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Blarney Woollen Mills Says Come Celebrate With Us!

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 11:36:35 GMT

Blarney Woollen Mills CEO Freda Hayes joins PJ as the beloved local favorite business celebrates 50 years. See also here

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Traitors Ireland Is So Gripping!

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:51:47 GMT

PJ chats to Kelly O'Sullivan from Club 96 about their new favorite TV show - Traitors Ireland

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Here's Why Focus Ireland Shine A Light 2025 On Oct 10th Is So Important

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:47:26 GMT

PJ talks to Cian Dalton from Focus Ireland Cork about the realities on the ground. For more see here

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These Young Entrepreneurs Have Super Ideas That Won Prizes At Student Inc

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:11:27 GMT

Natasha Myers, created the board game BrightSparks for dyslexic kids while ÓisÍn and Tomás are spreading chess love and all three went to MTU's Student Inc and say it was super helpful. For more see here

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Buying A House? Watch The Extra Charges!

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 09:55:57 GMT

It's very easy to get caught out financially by those extra costs that creep in when you buy a house Margaret Barrett from Mortgage Navigators tells PJ

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One Way To Escape The Housing Crisis - Pet Sitting!

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 09:39:42 GMT

PJ talks to Aoife CodyKane who looks after peoples pets in their homes when they have to go away. Surprisingly, there's enough demand you can use it instead of renting! See also here

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Bus Service Needs Beefing Up In Towns Around Cork

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 09:00:11 GMT

PJ hears from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne who has been talking to passengers in Ballycotton and Cloyne facing problems that are seen throughout the county with relying on busses to get to work or study.

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Work To Start On Churchfield Little Hands Providing Badly Needed Childcare

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 08:48:21 GMT

PJ talks to Fr John O'Donovan, Chairperson of the Board of Management Northside Community Enterprises and Ursula Hegarty Head of Childcare Services, NCE on Little Hands Opening in an area left with low childcare provision after closure of Before 5s Family Ctr

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Billy Kelleher On Fianna Fáil Presidential Campaign

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 08:40:53 GMT

PJ talks to Billy Kelleher MEP who secured 29 votes out of 70 in the race to become the party presidential candidate.

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2025-09-09 Greenway Victory For Campaigners, Lost Watch Returned After 20 Years, Kindness Krew Samaritans On Patrick St & More...

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 13:43:24 GMT

PJ hears that thousands of submissions to Cork County Council are starting to change minds about the proposed Cork-Kinsale Greenway route, talks to Mandy Jane who never gave up on returning a watch to its owner, learns about the work of the Kindness Krew on Patrick St from a location report by Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne. And more...

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From Paris To PhD Dr Nina Found Her Home In Cork

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 12:30:50 GMT

Dr. Nina Cnockaert-Guillou explains why Cork's walkable charm and Celtic soul feel like her true home.

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Carrigaline Lions Club Cycle Classic Sep 27th

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 12:19:22 GMT

Cork ARC Cancer Support House, Childhood Cancer Ireland and Marymount University Hospice will benefit. Registering now helps greatly, Sam Beamish tells PJ See also here

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Bringing The Boy Back In Town - Peter M Smith On Moonlight: The Philip Lynott Enigma

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 12:12:38 GMT

PJ chats Phil and Lizzy with Philip M. Smith who plays Lynott in "Moonlight: The Philip Lynott Enigma" in the Gleneagle Arena Oct 24th See also here

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Finding Your Way In College Even If You're A Mature Student

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 10:23:36 GMT

Sensible advice for all newcomers from Lillian Griffin Kelly, Admissions Officer MTU Cork Campus

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Emma Gives A Nurse's Powerful Plea To Watch Out For Liver Trouble Even If You Don't Drink!

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 10:11:38 GMT

PJ chats to Emma who learned that vague signs of ill health were caused by liver disease.

For more info check out LISN To Your Liver (Mahon Point Shopping Centre Sat Sep 13th 10-4)

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Mum & Daughter Graduation Pact

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:51:58 GMT

Ruth and Orla made a promise in a car and spent the next four years earning a PhD and a Bachelor's degree to keep it.

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The Kinvara Time Capsule Mandy Jane Found A Watch And Found The Owner Two Decades Later

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:37:01 GMT

Mandy Jane solved a 20-year-old mystery and found the owner of a beautiful watch she tells PJ

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Kindness Krew Deliver Hope To Cork People Who Need A Bit Of Help

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:15:48 GMT

PJ hears a special report from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne who spoke to the people at the Kindness Krew Soup Kitchen on Patrick St

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We Need A Task Force To Save Cork Bees From The Asian Hornet

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 08:53:31 GMT

A task force equipped with modern technology needs to be set up to save beekeepers livelihoods PJ hears from Andrew Shinnick of Blackwater Honey, a family business for three generations.

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uParty Give A Safe Space To School Kids Stranded On The Way Home

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 08:49:25 GMT

David O'Leary from uGreen in Glanmire talks to PJ about his vow that no school kid should be left in an unsafe situation because of their phone going dead or being unable to contact parents.

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Thousands Of Submissions For Cork-Kinsale Greenway Plan

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 08:44:44 GMT

PJ catches the latest on the Kinsale-Cork Greenway from campaigner Noreen Ring after the plan was addressed by yesterday's County Council meeting

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2025-09-08 Explosion Of Interest In ADHD, Jobs To Be Had In Offshore Wind, Palliative Care Is So Important & More...

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 12:41:40 GMT

PJ hears about the explosion of interest in ADHD in Cork, learns about a jobs revolution in offshore wind, talks to Marian who lost her son at 18 to cancer about the Hospice staff who were so kind. And more....

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Your Questions About The Presidential Election Answered

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 11:36:34 GMT

PJ chats to Art O'Leary, Chief Executive Officer of The Electoral Commission

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Cork Gets A Seed Library

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 11:28:19 GMT

Margaret O'Sullivan tells PJ about an exciting green finger development at Cork City Library

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Tips & Info On Cutting Energy Bills For Your Home Or Business From SEAI Boss William Walsh

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 11:24:38 GMT

PJ hears what the SEAI has on offer to cut energy use from CEO William Walsh

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Big Jobs In Offshore Wind

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 10:39:15 GMT

John Fitzgibbons of the Cork Education and Training Board tells PJ about the groundbreaking Maritime and Offshore Safe Pass Pilot Programme to help fill the surge in demand for workers

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Trish From Trish's Transformation Is Camino Crazy!

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:53:05 GMT

Trish tells PJ she dreaded the the thought of the Camino at first but now she's doing four of them!

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Q Con Queer Women's Sexual Health and Wellbeing Conference Sep 13th & 14th

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:47:48 GMT

PJ hears from Soph of Linq Ireland about the conference. For more info see here

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Huge Interest In ADHD Sees Cork Firm ADHDnow Expand

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:40:18 GMT

PJ chats to Matthew about the surge in interest in getting diagnosed and the expansion of their company ADHDnow.ie

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Let's Talk Palliative Care Says Marian Who Lost Her Son At Age 18

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:13:51 GMT

Marian says Palliative Care can make all the difference in heartbreaking circumstances and explains how a hospice can go the extra mile to make last days special

"Goodbye My Son" by Marian O'Mahony available here and here

“Building a Career in Palliative Care” 5-7pm Mon Sep 8th at Marymount University Hospital & Hospice

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Michael Magner Of Vienna Woods & IHF Calls Out Minister O'Donovan For Comments On Pricing

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 08:59:03 GMT

PJ hears from Michael who thinks the comments are not fair to the hotel trade

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School Secretaries & Caretakers Breakthrough

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 08:37:38 GMT

PJ talks to Noreen O'Callaghan of Forsa and School Secretary at Watergrasshill NS about the news that the strike has been suspended

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2025-09-05 Hotel Charges For Big Events, Principals' Dilemmas With Strike, Full Moon And Eclipse Over Weekend & More...

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 11:44:24 GMT

PJ takes calls on hotel charges for big events, the dilemmas school principals now face with secretaries and caretakers on strike, what the moon is up to this weekend. And more...

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PJ Catches Up With KiwiCutz Week Of Sporting Celebs

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 11:07:24 GMT

PJ catches up with Cork's favorite sports celeb barber after a week that included the Irish Open

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National Services Day Mahon Point Sat Sept 6th 11am-4pm

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 10:56:41 GMT

PJ chats to Stephen O'Flaherty with the National Ambulance Service about what to expect

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‘The Secrets of Primrose Square’ Author Claudia Carroll Chats In Studio To PJ

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 10:47:02 GMT

‘The Secrets of Primrose Square’ is at The Everyman Cork tonight and tomorrow night and PJ chats to author Claudia Carroll Live In Studio in advance of the performance

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Twins Emily and Jordan O’Polo Medal Haul At World Taekwondo Championships

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 10:31:49 GMT

Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne visits the twins and celebrates their achievement for Ireland

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Astrologer Kate Arbon On Weekend Sep 7th/8th Total Lunar Eclipse & Full Moon

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 10:28:31 GMT

It's an exciting lunar weekend and one with many effects for astrology fans Kate tells PJ

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Back To School Home Chaos

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 09:41:46 GMT

You just have to keep your mind on getting them out the door Irish Times parenting journalist and mum of 7 Jen Hogan tells PJ.

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People Power Victory For Bandon Casino Campaigners

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 09:16:45 GMT

Following the surprise announcement by Leeside Leisure that they have cancelled plans for a casino in Bandon, PJ speaks to Adrian Lennihan who led the campaign against it.

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Schools Consider Cancelling Some Activities As Secretaries/Caretakers Strike Bites

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 09:05:13 GMT

Principals have not been told to support the striking workers by not doing their tasks but they are busy and can't do everything Seamus O'Connor from Scoil Bhríde Midleton tells PJ Coogan

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Govt Minister Calls Out Hotels On Special Event Room Pricing

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 09:02:12 GMT

As Minister Patrick O'Donovan calls out hotels for their pricing around sports and music events PJ asks Eoghan Corry of travelextra.ie if this is the start of a harder line from government. They also discuss Ryanair's new luggage rules

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2025-09-04 Horror In Lisbon, A Radical Answer For Student Housing, Neil Hannon & More...

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 12:27:55 GMT

PJ talks to a Corkman in Lisbon about the funicular tragedy, hears about a group trying a radical answer to student housing, chats with Neil Hanon who will be special guest at the Live At The Marquee 2026 David Gray gig. And more...

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The Paper Spin-Off From The Office Drops And Crossy Has The Tea For PJ

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 11:21:11 GMT

The Paper is about a young, idealistic editor is hired to save a struggling local newspaper from collapse and Crossy tells PJ about his chat with Domhnall Gleeson

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Let's See Who Was At The Launch Of The Cork Guinness Jazz Festival

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 11:09:06 GMT

The launch was last night and Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne was there to see who he could meet

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I Live Fully With CLL Leukemia - Martina Barrett's Story

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 11:07:00 GMT

PJ hears from Martina about how she chooses to keep pushing on and the good work done by CLL Ireland

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Vini's 2200km Gratitude Run

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 11:03:16 GMT

PJ talks to Vini on a 2,200km solo run along the Irish coast, running to say thank you to the everyday RNLI heroes who drop everything to save lives See also @vini_on_earth

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Cork Teacher's Great Dinosaur Book To Teach Kids Everyone Is Special

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:44:15 GMT

Jason Hurley tells PJ about his Ty-Rock-Osaurus Rex which teaches kids that you're special, you just need to find why!

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Neil Hannon Of The Divine Comedy

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:41:35 GMT

As tickets go on sale tomorrow morning (Fri Sep 5th) for David Gray Live At The Marquee PJ talks to his special guest Neil Hannon

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Cian Murtagh's House Is Almost Finished!

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:31:30 GMT

PJ talks to Cian Murtagh who got a house to do up after people rallied around him in a fundraiser. Everything is going according to plan and he's studying for an ecology cert!

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Let's Fix The Unfair Inheritance Tax System

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:27:36 GMT

PJ finds out from James Sexton why many people think a change is needed

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Third Asian Hornet Nest Find In Cork

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:48:56 GMT

Asian hornets are new to Cork and PJ finds out from Elanor Attridge, Co Cork Beekeepers Association Chairperson what that means for honey bees and bumblebees. If you see an Asian Hornet, report it to invasives.ie

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The O'Regans Had A Great Housewarming After Neighbors Fixed Up Their House After Devastating Fire

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:44:53 GMT

Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne was there for a celebration of neighborly kindness

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AJ Has A Great Idea To End The Student Housing Crisis!

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:40:16 GMT

PJ hears that many large university cities have student housing cooperatives and they work well. He chats about how they work with AJ Nagle, PhD researcher at the Centre for Co-operative Studies in UCC

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Corkman Denis Living In Lisbon Talks To PJ About The Terrible Funicular Derailment

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:17:53 GMT

Denis tells PJ about the sorrow in Portugal's capital city

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2025-09-03 Bandon Protests A Casino, Recovery Month, Meet Young Entrepreneurs For Kindling And Grinds & More...

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 13:27:12 GMT

PJ talks about the protest in Bandon that drew upto 400 people opposed to a casino, hears from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne who meet people for Recovery Month and two young entrepreneurs explain why they started businesses - one in kindling, one in online grinds. And more...

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We're Being Played So Find Out How Election Lies Are Spread

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 11:50:00 GMT

Already the bots and the fake profiles are at it to fix the Presidential Election. PJ gets some tips on avoiding disinfo from Ciaran O'Connor, an Analyst at Institute for Strategic Dialogue

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Corks Beloved Couple Rob & Marian Heffernan On Working Together At Cork City Athletics Club

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 11:35:46 GMT

PJ catches up with the married couple who put so much work into bringing athletics to young people for them to try out as they are announced winner of a Cork International Hotel Community Spirit Award

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Chisom's Giving Leaving Cert Grinds A Reboot

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 11:29:06 GMT

PJ talks to Chisom who coded his own online grinds website because the gap in the market is that students want to learn online now at their own pace, where they are. See also chezegrinds.com

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I Couldn't Get A Summer Job Going Into 6th Year So I Started My Own Kindling Business!

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 11:19:03 GMT

PJ talks to Tyler, a Scoil Mhuire, Kanturk 6th year student and when he couldn't get a summer job he just used his wood skills to employ himself! (If you want to buy from Tyler, his business contact number is 087 466 9888)

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You've Heard Of Dyslexia But What Is Dyspraxia?

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:36:43 GMT

PJ finds out from Una Buckley of Blossom4Life

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How a Cork Family Business Won the Lights at Croke Park

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:36:00 GMT

PJ talks to Neil McSherry about how his family firm won the contract for LED floodlights at Croke Park seeing off big rivals with attention to detail and the personal touch

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Recovery Month Special With Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 09:48:48 GMT

Paul took a trip to City Hall for a special series of interviews to mark recovery month.

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A Weather Woman, A Boomtown Rat, An Irish Dancer What Next In Presidential Candidates?

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 09:18:54 GMT

PJ catches up with the bizarre twist the Presidential campaign has taken with Adam Higgins of The Irish Sun

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Rent Controls Without Extra Housing Built Will Just Ruin West Cork Towns

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 09:07:52 GMT

PJ talks to Mark Gannon who runs Atlantic Whale & Wildlife Tours and has had to move one of his boats from Courtmacsherry to Kinsale because of the decline in tourists.

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Weather Outlook After Our Smashing Summer As Met Reveals Storm Names

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 08:45:30 GMT

PJ talks to Cathal Nolan of Ireland's Weather Channel

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Upto 400 Protested Bandon Casino Last Night - Why?

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 08:43:24 GMT

PJ talks to Adrian who organized the protest about why the protestors feel Bandon should join other Cork towns in declining permission for a casino development

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2025-09-02 GPS Sends Trucks Astray, Students Flee Points Race & Expensive Rent To EU, Barber To The Sports Stars & More...

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 12:05:04 GMT

PJ hears calls to do something about GPS sending trucks down roads they get stuck on, learns that students are fleeing our points race and rent by studying in Europe, talks to Kiwi who became a barber at 16 and is now the official barber of the Irish Open. And more...

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3 Great Sailing Events In Cobh This September

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 11:21:59 GMT

PJ chats to Johanna Murphy about 3 ways to connect to Corks maritime over Sept

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Comfort Foods - Mashed Potato? Banana Sandwich? Curry?

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 10:53:46 GMT

PJ chats to food writer Elke O'Mahony about the best comfort foods and why healthy foods can't be comfort foods!

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Cork's "Kiwi" On How He Became A Barber To The Top Sports Stars

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 10:51:29 GMT

PJ chats to Kiwi from KiwiCutz who is the official barber to the Irish Open this week.

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Kids Increasingly Turn To AI Chatbots For Homework And Even Friendship

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 10:10:49 GMT

You might be surprised how kids are actually already using AI and how Philip Arneill of cybersafekids.ie tells PJ

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The Link Between Sláintecare And Increased Health Insurance Prices

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 09:57:38 GMT

PJ talks to Charlie Weston of the Irish Independent about the link between the two

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Learning More About The Fascinating Dolphins Off Cork Coast

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 09:52:56 GMT

PJ talks to Ken O'Sullivan about his marvellous documentary Dolphins Wonder Of The Ocean

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Truck Driver Shortage Hurting Xmas Supplies?

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 09:33:13 GMT

PJ hears IRHA Ger Hyland's fears about the shortage of driving tests and massive red tape using nonEU drivers to ease the Xmas supply crunch

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What's The Solution To Trucks Sent Down Narrow Roads By GPS?

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 09:18:29 GMT

Recent incidents of roads blocked by trucks sent down the wrong roads by GPS apps need a serious response Gary Delaney from Loc8 tells PJ

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Laura O'Connell On Anxiety From Release Of Woman Jailed For Harassment

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 09:10:42 GMT

Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne talks to Laura on the lack of support for victims of crime

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No Crazy Points Race And Cheaper Lifestyle See Students Use EUNIACS For Courses Abroad

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 08:49:07 GMT

PJ chats to Guy Flouch from eunicas.ie about why Irish Students are taking courses abroad to avoid mad points races, cheaper lifestyles and specialized tuition.

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Sad Case Unfolding Of Missing Boy In Dublin

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 08:39:06 GMT

PJ talks to to Stephen Breen, Crime Editor of the Irish Sun, about fears a boy not seen in a while may be dead as investigations continue.

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2025-09-01 My Sister Will Keep Protesting In Berlin, Billy Kelleher On Micheál Martin Backing Gavin, Obsessed With Traitors Ireland & More...

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 12:28:12 GMT

Jack O'Brien whose sister was punched by a German policeman at a Berlin Gaza protest says it will not deter her, Billy Kelleher on Michheál Martin backing Jim Gavin, Órla O'Donovan on Traitors Ireland the TV show everyone is talking about. And more...

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Cold Cases Turn Warm - The Thursday Club

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 11:20:18 GMT

Crossy spoke to the stars of the Thursday Club by Netflix and tells PJ about the new Netflix series.

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Traitors Ireland: A Dagger to the Heart (And A Barrel Up A Hill)

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 11:14:29 GMT

PJ gets the scoop from Órla O'Donovan

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Munster Lost & Found Pet Helpline Needs A Bit Of Help!

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 10:48:29 GMT

PJ chats to Avril, a volunteer who tells us how helping a few sick critters can quickly hurt their finances

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Dyslexia & Dyscalculia - Learning Differently

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 10:38:24 GMT

Dr Stephanie Baker tells PJ how to spot the signs of dyslexia and dyscalculia and how to help children thrive when their brains work differently.

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Single Mum Johanne Found Opportunity In MTU HR Course

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 10:30:10 GMT

PJ talks to Johanna from The Donkey Sanctuary who pivoted during Lockdown

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Rainbow Club Stops Taking On New Members - What Now?

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 09:54:52 GMT

PJ talks to Rainbow Club's Karen O'Mahony and to Ken, a dad who is passionate about the club

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Why Is Electricity Still Going Up And How Can I Cut My Cost?

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 09:41:58 GMT

As winter is just around the corner PJ talks energy costs with Daragh Cassidy of bonkers.ie

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GAA Lads & Dads Hits The Spot

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 09:10:11 GMT

PJ talks to Brian who is starting a GAA Lads & Dads group in Doneraile and explains why Lads & Dads is getting popular

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Billy Kelleher On His Presidential Bid And On Micheál Backing Jim Gavin

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 09:04:05 GMT

Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne talks to Billy Kelleher about his bid and how it feels to have his party leader backing another candidate

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Electric Picnic Highlights With Kelly O'Sullivan and Simon Murdoch

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 08:54:01 GMT

PJ gets the high points of an amazing weekend with Kneecap, Hozier, Jazzy among others from Club 96 host Kelly O'Sullivan and Afternoons host Simon Murdoch

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My Sister Will Keep Protesting Says Jack, Brother Of Kitty O'Brien Who Was Punched By German Policeman

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 08:36:14 GMT

Jack O'Brien talks to PJ about how Kitty is and what the response has been in Berlin to his sister Kitty getting punched in the face by a German policeman at an Irish Bloc Berlin protest supporting Gaza

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Discharges Into Blackwater So Worrying

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 08:27:20 GMT

Jason Corcoran, Fishery Manager at Blackwater Trout and Salmon Fishery Owner of Blackwater Fly Fishing, talks to PJ about discharges into the river and his concerns for the fish and his livelihood

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2025-08-29 Brazen Daylight Car Theft, I Can Build 10,000 Houses, School Secretaries Protest At Taoiseach's Office & More...

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 12:17:07 GMT

Jewel tells PJ about the theft of his sister's car in broad daylight, Ciarán Fitzgerald on what needs to be done to solve housing problems, Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne on location at the School Secretaries protest. And more...

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Joe The Hairdresser On How You Can Help Families With Back To School

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 11:30:49 GMT

PJ talks to Joe who is running his back to school appeal again to help families who need a little boost at a costly time of year!

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Lord Mayor Looks Ahead To Culture Night Fri Sep 19th

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 11:26:31 GMT

PJ chats to Lord Mayor Fergal Dennehy about the Culture Night events happening in Cork City in just 3 weeks time. See also here

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Ben O'Connor To Be New Cork Hurling Captain

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 11:22:08 GMT

Finbarr McCarthy, the Corks 96FM GAA Correspondent talks about his career and what to watch out for

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Developments In The Kyran Durnin Case

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 10:41:04 GMT

Michael Carolan, Head of News LMFM Radio, brings PJ up to speed with developments

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A 1,308 KM Mission For CRITICAL Our Network of Everyday Lifesavers

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 10:11:55 GMT

CRITICAL's Edward Walsh tells PJ about Ready Set Respond, a new kind of fitness challenge which will help fund a radical, community-powered expansion of Ireland's emergency medical response. See also here

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I Can Build 10,000 Houses Says Ciarán Fitzpatrick Of Fitzpatrick and Heavey Homes

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 10:00:51 GMT

PJ talks to Ciarán Fitzpatrick who tells him how the housing market could be made work CEO of Fitzpatrick and Heavey Homes

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Jenny Is Ireland's Orgasm Queen And She Is Coming To The Everyman

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:58:57 GMT

PJ talks to Jenny Keane Ireland's Holistic Sex Educator/ She is bringing her show to the Everyman Oct 21st and tix on sale here

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AI Job Interviews Elaine Burke Of For Tech's Sake On How They Work And How To Excel

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:41:14 GMT

AI software is conducting job interviews online and it really suits some people, especially if they are job hunting while in a job. PJ finds out how it works from Elaine Burke, from the For Tech's Sake podcast, which you can check out here

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Douglas St Champs Justine Looney of Cork Flower Studio & Edel Curtin of Coughlans Bar

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:23:45 GMT

PJ talks to Edel and Justine about the great work they are doing to brighten up Douglas St, the upcoming Autumn Festival on the street and winning an award from Cork Person of the Year

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School Secretaries Take Their Fight To The Taoiseach's Office

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:10:30 GMT

Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne talks to the secretaries about why they are on strike as they protest outside Micheál Martin's office

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"We Are Really Scared": The New Fear in Cork's Streets

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:09:00 GMT

Jewel tells PJ about his sister's car being stolen in daylight in front of her and the ongoing threats the Asian community faces in Cork

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We Got The Schull School Bus How A Group Of Mums Got Change

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:08:27 GMT

They were told "no" so many times but Helen O'Neill tells PJ that they were not prepared to take it when their kids needed it

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2025-08-28 Advice on CAO offers, Thanks for your service, fireman Ger, Pat walks his cat & more

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 14:00:54 GMT

So you got your offer - it’s not really what you wanted - don’t worry, you have options...35 years on the Fire Brigade - Ger, enjoy your retirement, and thanks..The man who walks his cat on a lead & lots more

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Bengal Moggies On The Paw Patrol With Patrick

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 11:36:51 GMT

PJ talks to Patrick who takes his beautiful Bengal cats for a walk on a lead or on his shoulder

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Respect The Ref And Don't Leave Your Son Or Daughter Down

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 11:28:29 GMT

PJ talks to Seán Slattery of the Irish Soccer Referees Society who wants healthy lessons about respect and sportsmanship to be what our kids see at the pitchside

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Owning Your Voice & Commanding The Room

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 11:25:26 GMT

PJ chats to Communications Coach Maria Tekke on how the secrets of the stage—from your posture to your voice—can transform you in the workplace. To register for her Sep 3rd Network Ireland Cork workshop please see here

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Féile O'Sullivan Is West Cork's Unbreakable Light

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 10:29:27 GMT

Féile O'Sullivan has shown the world she's an unbreakable spirit after losing her legs in a farm accident inspiring the county to rally behind her with fundraising events, Cllr Finbarr Harrington tells PJ. (Next event Stand 4 Feile Coffee Morning Fri Aug 29th 1030am - midday O'Brien's Service Station Bandon Road)

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Is Your CAO Offer Confusing Or Disappointing? Help Is Here!

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 09:51:45 GMT

A lot of students have questions about the offer they got. Eoghan O’Leary of The Tuition Centre covers a lot of ground with PJ.

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Cork City Fire Brigade Keeps Developing And Ger Ryan Is Proud Of Its Professionalism

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 09:50:00 GMT

Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne speaks to Ger about all the training and technology he has seen come to the country's finest Fire Brigade.

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Asian Hornet Nest Found In Cork

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 09:12:33 GMT

What is the danger of the Asian Hornet? PJ finds out from Pat Deasy of the Irish Bee Conservation Project and Hanna Bäckmo of Hanna's Bees in Glanmire

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Midleton Is Looking For "Flood Buddies" Will You Help?

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 08:53:00 GMT

People in Midleton dread the next flood but it could be very dangerous for the vulnerable, so Midleton and East Cork Flood Protection Group are looking for "flood buddy" volunteers who will help out, Caroline tells PJ

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School Secretary Asked "Will You Pay For The Sub?" When Asking For Bereavement Leave

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 08:47:54 GMT

As the school secretaries strike starts FORSA's Noreen O'Callaghan tells PJ about the kind of problems that have made them angry.

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St Lukes Traffic Chaos

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 08:43:45 GMT

PJ talks to Dav who says a new road layout has destroyed traffic flow in an area with many schools

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2025-08-27 It's CAO day, RestEasyFriend - a website you never knew you needed, Taytay & Travis getting hitched & more

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 14:32:39 GMT

It’s CAO day - but don’t make any quick decisions - you have until Tuesdsay.. Rest Easy - a website so cute, you’ll wonder why nobody thought of it before..And yes, a certain engagement gets a mention too & lots more

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Caught Stealing Stars Chatted With Crossy

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 11:05:59 GMT

PJ finds out more about the movie and what Austin Butler and Zoe Kravitz stars said when they chatted to Crossy

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Beloved Cork Business AllFresh Builds Sustainability Into Everything

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 10:59:50 GMT

PJ talks to boss man Barra about how sustainability is built into everything they do

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Birds: Dancing On The Edge At The Everyman Tonight Only

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 10:46:09 GMT

Modern club dancing fused into a superb stage performance by the brilliant Matt Szczerek who chats to PJ More details here

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Rest Easy Friend Pet Memorial Website

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 10:25:59 GMT

PJ talks to Mick Hanly the Cork man behind a great idea.

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Cork's Medal-Winning Mairéad O'Mahony Transplant Athlete On How She Got A Second Lap Of Life

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 09:52:00 GMT

Máiread O'Mahony reflects with PJ on how her brother's life-saving gift meant she became a champion athlete again

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Two Years Too Late - Shocking Assessment Of Needs Figures

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 09:31:25 GMT

Shocking figures came out of a Parliamentary Question by the Labour Party on Assessment of Needs Senator Laura Harmon tells PJ

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Sober Intentions But Social Traditions - Why Young People Find Cutting Drink Hard

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 09:22:40 GMT

PJ hears a deep insight into why peer pressure is still a problem from Dearbhla O'Brien CEO of Drinkaware

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Tayvis! It's Official Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Are Getting Married!

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 09:15:08 GMT

PJ talks to Rebecca Fisher, content editor with extra.ie and a MASSIVE Swiftie about what we know

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Navigating CAO Day And Keeping The Anxiety At Bay

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 09:04:17 GMT

PJ hears good advice for students and candidates from Dr Honor Carroll Head of Student Counselling MTU Cork

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School Secretary Strike Looming

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 08:39:05 GMT

PJ gets the latest developments from FORSA'S Noreen O’Callaghan and Luisa Carty

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2025-08-26 Beware of Accommodation scammers, Childcare waiting lists, Let's talk about overdiagnosis & more

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:39:10 GMT

Accommodation fraud - Gardai warn students - the next few weeks - you're a target....Trucker, bus driver, science teacher, masters student - does Michelle ever sleep?...Is it time for a conversation about overdiagnosis & lots more

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Campaign Update As Cork To Kinsale Greenway Activists Due To Meet Wed Evening

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 11:07:36 GMT

PJ talks to Noreen Ring ahead of the meeting in the Marian Hall in Ballinhassig at 7pm Wed

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From Ballincollig to Miami Éabha O'Mahony Is A Football Pro

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 11:02:10 GMT

Éabha tells PJ the world of women's soccer is booming, especially in the USA and she's delighted with where it has taken her

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A West Cork Holiday Reconnected Me With My Daughter

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 10:57:47 GMT

Juliet Kinsman tells PJ that disconnecting from the hustle of city life brought a deeper relationship with her daughter.

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Too Many Medical Tests Will Just Leave You An Anxious Wreck

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 10:23:49 GMT

PJ talks to Dr Mike Thompson who says that you should talk to your GP first when you think you need a test done because he knows some have little use.

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Tadhg Hickey Says He Has To Join The Flotilla Trying To Help Palestine

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 09:58:35 GMT

Tadhg Hickey is well known for his funny and his heartfelt posts on the plight of people in Palestine. He tells PJ that now is the time for action and he is joining the Global Sumud Flotilla for Palestine Relief

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Jenna Gave Free Hugs Outside BT Patrick St To Make People Feel Good

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 09:56:08 GMT

Jenna tells PJ why she did it and why it works in making people feel good

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Let's See No Deaths From Missed BreastCheck Targets

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 09:46:29 GMT

Nine in ten cancers detected during screening for breast cancer are caught at stage one or two; early detection is vital Edel Shovlin of The Irish Cancer Society tells PJ

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Mental Health Service Needs So Much More. Protest Before The Budget Says Luna

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 09:19:39 GMT

Luna speaks from firsthand experience of the shortcomings of our mental health services and tells PJ she's organizing a protest Sep 6th 3pm Grand Parade, outside City Library

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She's The Bus Driver And Truck Driver Who Proved Them Wrong

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 09:03:21 GMT

Michelle Lehane took the wheel of her own life after people started telling her she wouldn't be a good truck or bus driver. And that's only half of a fascinating story she tells PJ...

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Garda Tips On Avoiding Student Accommodation Rent Scams

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 08:46:48 GMT

Sgt Michael O’Connell Crime Prevention Officer, Cork City Division gives PJ some great tips on recognizing and avoiding the common scams

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Are There 40,000 People Waiting For Childcare Places?

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 08:27:58 GMT

There are no reliable figures because the government never set up a system Elaine Dunne of the Federation Of Early Childcare Providers tells PJ

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2025-08-25 Rents in Cork still rising, Angela pleads for help, The Opinion Line helped Niamh with her exams & more

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 14:17:43 GMT

Rent - it’s now officially out of control in Cork according to the latest Daft dot IE report.... Angelas story - she came to us because she says the health system has failed her...Niamh says this show helped her to get a great leaving cert & lots more

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Kingfishr Tell Kelly About Their New Album

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 11:26:21 GMT

Kelly from Club 96 (Saturdays at 6pm) interviewed Kingfishr and we get to hear what they said to her while she also tells PJ how she got to meet them

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Brian & Eoin From Cork Folk Bank The Oars On Playing With Robbie Williams!

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 11:22:01 GMT

The lads tell PJ about their surprise appearance to 80,000 people with Robbie Williams when he played Croker For more Oars see here

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Garry The Man Behind The Fab Belvelly Castle De Barra On His New Café Project

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:57:04 GMT

Garry Wilson tells PJ the café in the Cobh Westbourne Place Bank Of Ireland building will be open in the New Year and he is using all local craftsmen to bring it up to scratch

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Why You're Still Single

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:43:22 GMT

Matchmaker Feargal Harrington has straight-talking, practical advice for finding real connection and no, you're not single because of COVID or smartphones Denis then looks for some inspiration in the dating game from PJ

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Back To School - Get The Organization Right Or The Clutter Will Follow

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:23:13 GMT

PJ gets tips from Decluttered By Terri @declutteredbyterri

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You Can Get Placenta Pills In Cork Just Like Calvin Harris And His Wife

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:19:07 GMT

Calvin Harris posted about his wife getting pills made out of her placenta. Couples are doing it in Cork too Lisa Cotter of Placenta TLC tells PJ

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Niamh Kilcawley Got A Great Leaving Result After Her Campaign For Vision Impaired Fairness

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:18:04 GMT

PJ talks to Niamh and her mum who campaigned for proper accommodations in the Leaving Cert for people like her and guess what? She got them and aced it!

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Leaving Cert Changes Could Make Some Heads Think Twice About Offering A Teacher A Job

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:17:31 GMT

PJ talks to teacher Brian who says that the changes to the Leaving Cert could see some job difficulties depending on which union you are in.

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DNA Breakthrough In Sophie Toscan du Plantier Investigation

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:16:25 GMT

PJ talks to Michael Sheridan whose article in The Sunday Times reveals that a breakthrough in the case could be on the way using Jared Bradley's M-Vac DNA forensic device

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Mary Crilly From The Cork Sexual Violence Centre On What Angela's Story Tells Us About Ireland

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:13:43 GMT

PJ hears from Mary about how women like Angela need extra help and deserve it for what they have been through

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Angela: A Life on the Edge From Sexual Abuse

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 08:54:37 GMT

Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne talks to Angela who gives a searing firsthand account of childhood trauma, survival on the streets, and her fight for dignity.

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River Lee Swimmers Taking Huge Risk And Overloading First Responders

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 08:33:22 GMT

PJ talks to Victor Shine of Cork City Fire Brigade who says that the River Lee is full of dangerous currents and swimmers often overload the emergency services.

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Average Cork City Rent Now €2,241

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 08:31:48 GMT

PJ talks to Ronan Lyons about the latest daft.ie report which makes frightening reading

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2025-08-22 Cork So Proud Of Class Of 2025, Fridge Fire Danger, Beat The Ticket Scams & More...

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 11:37:48 GMT

PJ hears from the Class of 2025 on Leaving Cert results day, hears Paul Byrne talking to a woman with a warning on mini-fridges, learns of a way to beat the concert ticket scammers. And more...

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Cork's Super Scholars In Coláiste Choilm & CBC

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 11:07:23 GMT

Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne hits the road to talk to the scholars in Ballincollig's Coláiste Choilm and PJ chats to Zak Gilley from CBC who got 625 points!

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Watch Out For Rising Health Insurance Costs

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:57:24 GMT

PJ talks to health insurance guru Dermot Goode

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From Fire To Birds - It's Got To Be Pitch'd

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:49:22 GMT

PJ talks to Megan from Pitch'd about all the great events that are on this weekend pitchdfestival.ie

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September Is The Time For A New Year's Resolution!

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:35:17 GMT

Lynda Duffy has a different was of looking at starting anew and it makes sense to PJ!

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The Backroad To Singapore

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:17:44 GMT

PJ talks to Liz O'Donoghue who took a job in Malaysia in bailout times and wrote a gripping book about it available on Amazon

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Hugh Ahern On His Leaving Cert Results & The Mood Among Students

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:13:50 GMT

PJ first spoke to Hugh when he was with ISSU, the secondary schools students union and today he got his results. He tells us what the mood is like

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Breakthrough Maths TJ Hegarty On Maths Results Grade Deflation And Staying Happy!

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:01:23 GMT

An expert eye cast over the results released today with TJ who tells PJ what the mood is about today's results

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Results Achieved What Do I Do With The CAO Now?

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 09:33:54 GMT

PJ talks to MTU's Lillian Griffin about what to do after you get the results, how to deal with the CAO and a bit of good news for those a bit disappointed with their maths result. See also here

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10 Students On 625 Points At CBC Cork!

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 09:27:09 GMT

PJ gets the scoop from David Lordan Principal at CBC on Sidney Hill just as the results get released at 10am

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Cork Drift Racing Brothers Compete The World And Even Themselves!

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 09:24:53 GMT

PJ talks to Killavullen brothers Jack and Conor Shanahan who drift race cars (which involves controlled skids!) and have even raced each other!

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Concert Ticket Scams In The News - Here's A Safe Way To Buy!

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 09:24:09 GMT

PJ hears from Katie O'Keefe about a high profile case of an influencer advertising tickets for sale and talks to Conor Leyden from Cork firm Trustap, a safer way to buy which he set up when faced with ticket problems himself

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House Fire Gadget Danger

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 09:23:33 GMT

Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne talks to house fire survivor Paige who wants to warn people that a simple innocent gadget can devastate your house

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2025-08-21 Cork house prices, What happened to my old jeans, The labubus are coming & more

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 13:47:18 GMT

Houses prices in Cork continue to climb - especially on the southside...Those old jeans you donated - where did they end up - waterford? Nigeria? ...Would you know a labubu from a lafufu? Your kids will & lots more

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Five Minutes Learning Could Save A Life

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 11:41:27 GMT

PJ and Ken Perrott chat about the 96FM/National Ambulance Service CPR Awareness Days 12-4 today, Thu, at Blackpool Shopping Centre and tomorrow, Fri, Mahon Point Shopping Centre.

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Your Sweater Wasn't Recycled!

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 11:27:19 GMT

The hidden afterlife of your recycled clothes isn't what you think Solene Schirrer from VOICE tells PJ and some clever modern tech tells the real story

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Corks First Agile Dog Comps

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 10:51:05 GMT

Agile Dog Shows are a new way for you and your dog to have fun and Cork's first show happens this weekend, Kath from WestCork4Agility club tells PJ. See here

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Ireland's Weather Channel Goes Big

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 10:29:03 GMT

Cathal Nolan tells PJ his channel is relaunching with storm chasing, AI, tailored forecasts, the works!

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No Points Race To Learn Manufacturing Or Nursing

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 10:16:01 GMT

Degrees in manufacturing and nursing with no points race? Tell me more PJ says to Valerie Cowman of FET Bishopstown.

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Our Podcast Started Small Now It's On Irish Central

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 09:51:53 GMT

PJ hears from Kate Durrant and Michelle McDonagh who started a podcast for a bit of a natter and now it's a bit of a hit!

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Mortgage From A Credit Union Can Be The Ticket Says Mallow CU

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 09:42:46 GMT

A Credit Union brings something different to buying a house Kieran O’Callaghan, Head of Lending Mallow CU, tells PJ

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10 Ft Sunflowers In Mayfield

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 09:18:51 GMT

Sean has 10ft sunflowers and he tells Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne he's thrilled.

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Cork Catches The Labubu Craze!

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 09:16:14 GMT

Labubu fan Jodie McCormack from The Irish Sun shares her enthusiasm for the cute(?) critters with PJ Coogan

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West Cork Needs Mobile Coverage Sorted Out

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 08:47:04 GMT

PJ talks to Finbarr O'Shea of Glenview Heating about the problems caused to his business by spotty mobile coverage

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CSO Figures Show Northside/Southside Divide

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 08:46:09 GMT

Helen O’Keeffe from Auctioneera tells PJ the difference between buying on different sides of the river is €88k!

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2025-08-20 College costs a fortune, E-Scooter injuries, Blackpool festival & more

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 14:10:52 GMT

Cork is one of the most expensive places to go to college - and its about to get worse....E-scooters - an emergency doctor is calling for better regulations and more enforcement...Blackpool festival is back for the first time in years & lots more

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A Look Ahead To Blackpool Block Party This Sunday

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 11:35:38 GMT

There's a big party happening in Blackpool on Sunday, PJ finds out more from Louise Jordan!

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This Year's Rose Was Wired To Win!

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 11:22:38 GMT

PJ chats to Nicola Dunne, host of The Roses Of Tralee Podcast about the final! See also here

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1 Million Extra Home Care Hours Needed In Cork

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 10:36:56 GMT

PJ talks to Joseph Musgrave, CEO of HCCI

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Micro Cars For 16 Year Olds - Should We Join Europe In Allowing Them?

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 10:07:22 GMT

PJ talks through how this can help families organize their transport with Cllr Damien Boylan

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Scooter Injuries Are Climbing

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 09:54:38 GMT

Dr Hugh Doran says only the very serious accidents hit the media but doctors see nasty injuries from scooter accidents that do not get reported.

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People Still Die In Fires - Don't Be One Of Them!

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 09:30:50 GMT

PJ talks to Ger Ryan of Cork City Fire Brigade about how fatalities happen

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Cork Is So Costly For College Students

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 09:05:29 GMT

PJ chats to Alex Fuertes Roper of UCC SU and to Jen Hogan, parenting journalist with the Irish Times about a switcher.ie survey showing college is expensive in Ireland and Cork is one of the more expensive places.

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When Things Go Wrong Don't Get Ripped Off!

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 08:46:41 GMT

PJ gets tips on how to get your rights from Grainne Griffin, Director of Communications at the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission

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Strike At School! Secretaries & Caretakers Want Fair Play

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 08:43:19 GMT

PJ hears that many school secretaries can't even get bereavement leave from Noreen O'Callaghan of Forsa

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2025-08-19 Buying medicines online, Science challenges influencers, the Rose of Tralee & more

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 13:49:49 GMT

Tempted to buy medicines online? Don’t, says Caitriona - it’s illegal and it could be dangerous...Ingredients influencers? Stop, you haven’t a clue says Niamh - an actual dietician..She did us proud last night - will our Nancy be the Rose of Tralee & lots more

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Rose of Tralee night 1 Recap

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 11:24:30 GMT

Nicola Dunn, former Luxembourg Rose and 2012 Rose of Tralee, speaks to PJ about the magic of the festival.

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Groundbreaking Exhibition tells Stories of Hope and Breakthroughs

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 11:10:21 GMT

PJ explores the transformative power of cancer research with Orla Dolan, CEO of Breakthrough Cancer Research, and Fiona Ryan, a BRCA2 gene carrier.

From the new Cancer Revolution exhibition in Dublin to cutting-edge treatments like immunotherapy and preventative surgery, this episode highlights the progress made in cancer care, the human stories behind the science, and the hope that ongoing research brings.

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The Truth Behind School Meals & Social Media Hype

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 10:11:02 GMT

Nutritionist Niamh O’Connor explains why much of the fear around “ultra-processed” foods is overblown, how misleading social media posts are shaping parental perceptions, and what this means for children’s nutrition.

From debunking myths to highlighting real-world challenges for school meal providers, we separate fact from Instagram fiction.

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Loss, Recovery and Community Spirit following blaze

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 09:42:53 GMT

On August 10th, a devastating blaze tore through two homes in Carrigaline, leaving families with nothing but the clothes on their backs.

PJ hears from relatives and locals about the night of the fire, the immediate aftermath, and the extraordinary kindness of Carrigaline.

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The Dangers of Buying Medicine Online

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 08:52:54 GMT

As weight-loss injections and powerful painkillers appear for sale online, Irish pharmacists are warning of a hidden black market where most products are fake, unsafe, or even toxic.

PJ speaks with pharmacist Catriona about why buying prescription drugs outside regulated pharmacies is not just illegal but deeply dangerous covering counterfeit medicines, addiction risks, and the criminals profiting from vulnerable patients.

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