The Stand with Eamon Dunphy

Ep 2073: Fianna Fáil / Fine Gael: Is it time to merge?

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 04:00:37 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter talks to Eamon. Diarmaid is an author and Professor of Modern Irish History at UCD. He writes a weekly column with the Irish Times.

Recorded on Tuesday 17th December 2024.

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Ep 2072: Syria - The fall of the house of Assad

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 04:00:00 GMT

Lara Marlowe joins Eamon to talk about Syria and the fall of the Assad regime. Lara and Eamon also discuss the closure of the Israeli embassy in Dublin. Lara Marlowe is an author and journalist. Her most recent book is How Good It Is I Have No Fear of Dying, the remarkable story of Ukrainian Lt. Julia Mykytenko. Lara lives and works in Paris and is a regular contributor to the Irish Times from there.

Recorded on Monday 16th December 2024.

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Ep 2071: As Trump prepares to enter the White House America’s tolerance of liberals fades

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 04:00:51 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Wednesday 11th December 2024.

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Ep 2070: Michael Martin in the driving seat as coalition talks begin

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 12:33:22 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon as talks begin to form a new government. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for independent.ie, the Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Tuesday 10th December 2024.

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Ep 2069: Syria - Assad falls as otherwise occupied Russia and Iran stand idly by

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 04:00:22 GMT

Journalist and author Peter Oborne joins Eamon to talk about the overthrow of Syria's Bashar al-Assad. Peter Oborne writes a political column for Middle East Eye and a diary column for the Byline Times. Peter’s latest book is The Fate of Abraham: Why the West is Wrong about Islam. In the course of the conversation Peter refers to an earlier book he wrote from 2013 called A Dangerous Delusion: Why the West are Wrong about Nuclear Iran.

Recorded on Monday 9th December 2024.

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Ep 2068: Can Keir Starmer maintain the 'Special Relationship' with the US while strengthening friendship with the EU?

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 04:00:48 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon from London.

Recorded on Thursday 5th December 2024.

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Ep 2067: French Political Crisis - Marine Le Pen continues her march towards power as Macron sinks

Sat, 07 Dec 2024 04:00:29 GMT

Lara Marlowe talks to Eamon about the crisis in French government. Lara Marlowe is an author and journalist. Her most recent book is How Good It Is I Have No Fear of Dying, the remarkable story of Ukrainian Lt. Julia Mykytenko. Lara lives and works in Paris and contributes to the Irish Times from there.

Recorded on Friday 6th November 2024.

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Ep 2066: Trump revolution begins with a bang as Biden’s presidency expires with a whimper

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 04:00:08 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor at The Hill and White House Columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 5th November 2024.

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Ep 2065: Should Ireland adjust as the EU turns sharply right?

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 04:00:41 GMT

Suzanne Lynch talks to Eamon from Brussels. Suzanne Lynch is Chief Brussels Correspondent for POLITICO and Host of the podcast EU Confidential. Previously Suzanne was a correspondent in Washington and Dublin,

Recorded on Tuesday 3rd December 2024.

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Ep 2064: General Election - FF / FG hold all the aces when it comes to forming a Government

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 14:47:39 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan joins Eamon to discuss the results so far from Friday's election. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor at Independent.ie, the Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Monday 2nd December 2024.

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Ep 2063: A Farewell to the Fairways

Sat, 30 Nov 2024 04:00:16 GMT

Sports journalist Dermot Gilleece joins Eamon to talk about his new book, A Farewell to the Fairways, published by Red Stripe Press. Dermot Gilleece is the former Golf Correspondent for the irish Times and A Farewell to the Fairways is a reflection on 63 years of golf reporting..

Recorded on Friday 29th November 2024.

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Ep 2062: A new president, a changed country, has America abandoned the rest of West?

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 04:00:03 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor at The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Wednesday 27th November 2024.

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Ep 2061: General Election - Ivan Yates, Fine Fáil to win and win big

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 04:00:34 GMT

Ivan Yates joins Eamon to talk about the General Election and likely winners and losers around the country. Ivan Yates is a former Fine Gael Minister, a political commentator, and hosts his own podcast, "Calling It", on the General Election.

Recorded on Wednesday 27th November 2024.

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Ep 2060: General Election - Leaders’ Debate sure to be decisive

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 14:55:20 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan joins Eamon to preview tonight's Leaders' debate on RTÉ. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor at Independent,ie, The Irish Independent and The Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Tuesday 26th November 2024.

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Ep 2059: As Trump’s administration focuses on our corporate tax advantage Ireland should worry

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 03:00:21 GMT

Russian economist Constantin Gurdgiev talks to Eamon about Russia's booming war economy, Donald Trump's new cabinet, and the economies of the BRICs v G7. Constantin is an academic with the University of Northern Colorado and Visiting Assistant Professor at Trinity College, Dublin.

Recorded on Monday 25th November 2024.

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Ep 2058: Putin’s nuclear threat would invite severe retaliation

Sat, 23 Nov 2024 04:00:28 GMT

Senator Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about Joe Biden's agreement to Ukraine's use of US missiles within Russia as 10,900 North Korean troop arrive in Kursk. Also Ireland's neutrality - can the country protect its own sovereignty?

Recorded on Wednesday 20th November 2024.

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Ep 2057: Trump begins his American revolution

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 04:00:15 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor at the Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 21st November 2024.

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Ep 2056: Trump’s Commerce Sec has Ireland in his sights

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 04:00:26 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about Trump's selection for Commerce Secretary, Howard Lutnick. Also UK farmers protest against the new government's plans for Inheritance Tax.

Recorded on Wednesday 20th November 2024.

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Ep 2055: General Election - Could it be the economy, stupid?

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 12:03:59 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon following the RTE Leaders' Debate. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for The Irish Independent, The Sunday Independent and independent.ie.

Recorded on Tuesday 19th November 2024.

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Ep 2054: Trumpism - an ideology or a state of mind?

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 04:00:14 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

Recorded on Thursday 14th November 2024.

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Ep 2053: Shock and awe as Trump names his cabinet

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 04:00:17 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor at The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 14th November 2024.

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Ep 2052: A hoax, says Trump, as time runs out for climate deniers

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 04:00:56 GMT

Environmental journalist John Gibbons talks to Eamon about Cop 29 and the climate crisis.

Recorded on Tuesday 12th November 2024.

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Ep 2051: Trump in the White House - a terrible moment in world history

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 04:00:10 GMT

Peter Oborne talks to Eamon. Peter Oborne is a journalist and author. He writes a political column for Middle East Eye and a diary column for the Byline Times. His latest book is The Fate of Abraham: Why the West is Wrong about Islam.

Recorded on Monday 11th November 2024.

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Ep 2050: Economically Trump will take Ireland and the EU on a dangerous journey into the unknown

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 04:00:49 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the potential economic impact across Europe of Donald Trump's presidency.

Recorded on Friday 8th November 2024.

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Ep 2049: Trump presidency unlikely to settle European divisions

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 04:00:58 GMT

Suzanne Lynch talks to Eamon as European leaders prepare to meet in Budapest. Suzanne Lynch is Global Playbook Author and Associate Editor at POLITICO. Previously she was Irish Times correspondent in Washington and Brussels.

Recorded on Thursday 7th November 2024.

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Ep 2048: US Election 2024 - the people have spoken!

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 16:50:52 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about the US election and the potential impact of President Elect Donald Trump's return to the White House. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of the Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded 12.30pm on Wednesday 6th November 2024.

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Ep 2047: Israel in Gaza - who can erase the scenes we'll never forget?

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 04:00:30 GMT

Sen. Tom Clonan joins Eamon to discuss the conflict in the Middle East, Israel's ban on UNWRA and role of UNIFIL in the region. Tom Clonan is a, security analyst, author and retired Irish Army Captain. In 1995, Clonan deployed to South Lebanon as an officer commanding Irish troops under the UNIFIL mission in that country.

Recorded on Tuesday 5th November 2024.

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Ep 2046: US Election - divided Europe waits on divided America

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 04:00:35 GMT

Suzanne Lynch joins Eamon from Brussels. Suzanne is Associate Editor at Politico and former Washington and Brussels correspondent for The Irish Times.

Recorded on Friday 1st November 2024.

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Ep 2045: Rachel Reeves breaks promises to find ‘fix’ for British economy

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 04:00:26 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the first Labour Party budget for over14 years delivered by Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves.

Recorded on Thursday 31st October 2024.

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Ep 2044: US braced for election results and what might follow

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 04:00:58 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington on the US Presidential election. Niall is Associate Editor at The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 31st October 2024.

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Ep 2043: Vampire State - the Rise and Fall of the Chinese Economy

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 04:00:17 GMT

Journalist and author Ian Williams joins Eamon to talk about his new book VAMPIRE STATE - THE RISE AND FALL OF THE CHINESE ECONOMY published by Birlinn. Ian Williams was foreign correspondent for Channel 4 News and NBC in Moscow, the Indo-Pacific and China. Ian has also covered conflicts in the Balkans, the Middle East and Ukraine. He won Emmy and BAFTA awards for his discovery and reporting on the Serb detention camps during the war in Bosnia.

Recorded on Tuesday 29th October 2024.

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Ep 2042: General Election - Fine Fáil and Fine Gael likely to return to Government on current numbers

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 04:00:11 GMT

Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern joins Eamon to talk about Ireland's forthcoming General Election.

Recorded on Tuesday 29th October 2024.

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Ep 2041: US Election - Trump’s proposed tariffs would rebound on US consumers

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 03:00:09 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the US economy in light of the forthcoming US election.

Recorded on Thursday 24th October 2024.

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Ep 2040: US Presidential Election - still too close to call but Trump slight favourite

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 03:00:59 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor at The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 24th October 2024.

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Ep 2039: Football’s greedy rulers hurting the game and its players

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 03:00:55 GMT

Barcelona-based journalist Richard Fitzpatrick talks to Eamon about the impact of FIFA's and UEFA's increasing demands on players and the toll this takes. Also Kylian Mbappé, his move to Real Madrid and an allegation of rape that has been made against him.

Recorded on Tuesday 22nd October 2024.

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Ep 2038: A Russian perspective - the unholy alliance between Trump and Putin

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 03:00:30 GMT

Russian journalist Dmitry Elovsky talks to Eamon from Lithuania about the war in Ukraine, the Moldovan referendum on EU membership, and Donald Trump. Dmitry Elovsky is Chief Editor for the YouTube channel Khordorkovsky.Live. Before the war he was Deputy Editor-in-Chief for TV Rain in Moscow.

Recorded on Monday 21st October 2024.

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Ep 2037: Britain’s Tory press ensures tough first 100 days for Keir Starmer

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 03:00:52 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the UK's Labour Party government, their forthcoming budget, and the leadership battle for the Tory Party.

Recorded on Friday 18th October 2024.

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Ep 2036: Trump edges ahead in the race for the White House

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 03:00:34 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington on the US Presidential Election. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor for The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 17th October 2024.

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Ep 2035: Sinn Féin’s troubles deepen as McDonald alleged to have misled the Dáil

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 03:00:21 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon. Fionnán in Ireland Editor at independent.ie, the Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Wednesday 16th October 2024.

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Ep 2034: Cover-up and character assassination as Sinn Féin goes to war with itself

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 03:00:11 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon. Fionnán is Ireland Editor at Independent.ie, the Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Monday 14th October 2024.

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Ep 2033: As Netanyahu stokes the fires, Ireland’s UN troops in danger.

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 14:09:44 GMT

Senator Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about the growing conflict in the Middle East. Tom Clonan is a security analyst, author, and retired Irish Army Captain. He served in Lebanon with UNIFIL as officer commanding Irish troops and in 1996, he witnessed at first hand the Israeli punitive operation Grapes of Wrath against Hezbollah and the people of South Lebanon.

Recorded on Monday 14th October 2024.

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Ep 2032: General Election - To go early or late, will Simon Harris get it right?

Sat, 12 Oct 2024 03:00:06 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon about the week in Irish politics. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor at Independent.ie, the Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Friday 11th October 2024.

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Ep 2031: US 2024 Election - Teflon Trump as Woodward’s Putin revelations fail to stick

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 03:00:10 GMT

Niall Stanage reports on the Presidential election from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor for the Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 10th October 2024.

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Ep 2030: War In Ukraine - The terrible price Ukraine will pay if Trump wins

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 14:37:14 GMT

Lara Marlowe talks to Eamon about the war in Ukraine. Lara Marlowe is a US-born journalist and author. She was the US correspondent for The Irish Times before returning to Paris in 2013 as the paper's Paris correspondent. Lara’s most of recent book, How Good It Is I Have No Fear of Dying: Lieutenant Yulia Mykytenko’s Fight For Ukraine, will be published later this month by Head of Zeus.

Recorded on Thursday 10th October 2024.

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Ep 2029: Downing St power play - Irishman wins the battle for Sir Keir’s ear

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 03:00:38 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about UK politics and changes in PM Keir Starmer's top team as his Chief of Staff Sue Gray resigns.

Recorded on Monday 7th October 2024.

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Ep 2028: Middle East Conflict - Israel poses serious threat to Irish troops on UN duty

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 14:40:53 GMT

Tom Clonan talks to Eamon one year on from Hamas's attack on Israel. Tom also talks to Eamon about the challenges facing Irish troops serving in South Lebanon for UNIFIL Tom Clonan is a security analyst, author, and retired Irish Army Captain. He served in Lebanon with UNIFIL as officer commanding Irish troops and in 1996 he witnessed at first hand the Israeli punitive operation Grapes of Wrath against Hezbollah and the people of South Lebanon.

Recorded on Monday 7th October 2024.

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Ep 2027: Trump, Putin and a Middle East triggered oil crisis pose real threats to Irish economy

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 03:00:36 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about Budget 2025, the threats facing Ireland's economic stability, and the Tory Party leadership contest.

Recorded on Thursday 3rd October 2024.

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Ep 2026: Out of control Netanyahu could cost Democrats the White House

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 03:00:02 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about events influencing next month's US election. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor for The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 3rd October 2024.

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Ep 2025: Budget 2025 - disliked by Shinners and Official Ireland

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 03:00:15 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan joins Eamon to talk about Budget 2025 delivered on Tuesday by Minister for Finance Jack Chambers and Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Paschal Donohoe. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for Independent.ie, The Irish Independent and The Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Wednesday 2nd October 2024

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Ep 2024: Austria joins Europe’s far-right march

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 03:00:51 GMT

Suzanne Lynch talks to Eamon from Brussels about the rise of right-wing parties across Europe. Also what are the challenges ahead for Michael McGrath as EU Commissioner for Democracy, Justice and the Rule of Law?

Suzanne Lynch is Associate Editor at POLITICO. Previously she was the Irish Times correspondent in Washington Brussels.

Recorded on Tuesday 1st October 2024.

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Ep 2023: Middle East - Netanyahu laying the seeds for Israel's own destruction

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 03:00:41 GMT

Senator Tom Clonan joins Eamon to talk about the growing conflict in the Middle East, Tom Clonan is a security analyst, author, and retired Irish Army Captain. He served in Lebanon with UNIFIL as officer commanding Irish troops and in 1996 where he witnessed at first hand the Israeli punitive operation Grapes of Wrath against Hezbollah and the people of South Lebanon.

Recorded Monday 30th September 2024.

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Ep 2022: Middle East/Israel - a pivotal moment in global history

Sat, 28 Sep 2024 03:00:37 GMT

Peter Oborne joins Eamon to talk about Israel and the Middle East. Peter Oborne is a journalist and author. He writes a political column for Middle East Eye and a diary column for the Byline Times. In both 2022 and 2017 Peter won best commentary/blogging, was also named freelancer of the year in 2016 at the Drum Online Media Awards for articles he wrote for Middle East Eye, and was also named as British Press Awards Columnist of the Year in 2013. Peter's latest book is The Fate of Abraham: Why the West is Wrong about Islam.

Recorded on Thursday 26th September 2024.

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Ep 2021: Presidential election - Turnout and Middle East the keys to the White House?

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 03:00:34 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor for The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 26th September 2024.

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Ep 2020: New Labour Government makes life hard for itself and its supporters

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 03:00:45 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

Recorded on Tuesday 24th September 2024

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Ep 2019: Bam Bam - more bad news for Children’s Hospital

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 03:00:03 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon about Taoiseach Simon Harris's surge in recent opinion polls, and the persistent issues with the National Children's Hospital. .Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for Independent.ie, The Irish Independent and The Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Monday 23rd September 2024.

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Ep 2018: Who Killed Una Lynskey?

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 03:00:30 GMT

Journalist and author Mick Clifford talks to Eamon about his new book Who "Killed Una Lynskey?" Mick Clifford is an award winning columnist and reporter with the Irish Examiner. During the podcast Eamon also mentions Mick's book "A Force for Justice; The Maurice McCabe Story."

Recorded on Thursday 19th September 2024.

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Ep 2017: US Election - too close to call, too consequential to ignore

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 03:00:39 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington on the US Presidential campaigns. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The HIll and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 19th September 2024.

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Ep 2016: Danger signs - Israel’s deadly pagers and Putin’s nuclear threats

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 03:00:02 GMT

Senator Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about Israel's pager attack on Hezbollah, and the threat of escalation in the Russia Ukraine war. Tom Clonan is a senator, a security analyst, author, and retired Irish Army Captain. In the mid-1990s Tom was commanding officer for Ireland's UNIFIL troops in Lebanon.

Recorded on Wednesday 18th September 2024.

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Ep 2015: Apple €14 billion - Ireland needs to invest in its infrastructure now

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 03:00:56 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the EU's Court of Justice ruling on the case against Ireland and Apple.

Recorded on Tuesday 17th September 2024.

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Ep 2014: Why the law of the jungle still prevails for concert tickets

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 03:00:30 GMT

Tommy Higgins joins Eamon to talk about the recent Oasis ticket launch and dynamic pricing. Tommy Higgins is a former MD of Ticketmaster Ireland, EVP of Ticketmaster Europe and was on the Global Executive team. He is currently chairman of Sligo Rovers Football Club.

Recorded on Monday 16th September 2024.

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Ep 2013: Presidential Debate - Kamala Harris a decisive winner over Trump but the race for the White House still close

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 03:00:06 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about the Presidential debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris in Philadelphia. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on 11th September 2024.

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Ep 2012: Apple and Ireland lose in EU’s highest court while all eyes on Washington and a Trump presidency

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 03:00:29 GMT

Suzanne Lynch talks to Eamon from Brussels about the EU's judgement on the case against Apple and Ireland, Mario Draghi's report on the future of the European economy, and Ursula Von der Leyen's efforts to put together her team of commissioners. Also what Europe can expect if Donald Trump is back in the White House. Suzanne Lynch is Associate Editor at POLITICO. Previously Suzanne was Washington Correspondent for the Irish Times and was based in Brussels between 2013 and 2017 as their European Correspondent.

Recorded on Tuesday 10th September 2024,

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Ep 2011: Budget 2025 warning - The dangers inherent in a giveaway budget

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 03:00:48 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the forthcoming budget, warnings from IFAC, Minister Paschal Donohoe's speech at London's Guild Hall as President of the Eurogroup, and Mario Draghi's report on EU competitiveness.

Recorded on Monday 9th September 2024.

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Ep 2010: 1995 - 2020 From war to peace, from boom to bust - a turbulent 25 years in Irish life

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 03:00:53 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter talks to Eamon about his new book The Revelation of Ireland 1995-2020. Diarmaid Ferriter is an author and Professor of Modern Irish History at UCD. He contributes a weekly column to The Irish Times.

Recorded on Friday 6th September 2024.

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Ep 2009: Netanyahu slaughter - Out of control Netanyahu ignoring Washington

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 03:00:54 GMT

Senator Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about Israel's war on Hamas, the growing violence by settlers in the West Bank, and the war in Ukraine. Tom Clonan is an senator representing the TCD constituency as well as a security analyst, author and a retired army captain who served in Lebanon.

Recorded on Tuesday 3rd September 2024.

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Ep 2008: Unstable Trump versus unknown Harris - with a race too close to call tv debate could be decisive

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 03:00:07 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor for The HIll and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Tuesday 3rd September 2024.

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Ep 2007: Can Keir Starmer make Britain work? The jury’s out.

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 14:16:54 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

Recorded on Monday 2nd September 2024.

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Repost: Frank Connolly recalls the horror of the Dublin Monaghan Bombings 50 years ago

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 03:00:57 GMT

Frank Connolly joins Eamon to talk about the Dublin Monaghan Bombings of 17th May 1974, 50 years ago this week. Frank is an investigative journalist and author.His most recent book, Conspiracy of Lies (2019), is set against the backdrop of the events of that day and the aftermath. Conspiracy of Lies has just been released as an audiobook, narrated by Stephen Rae, produced by Tom Lee with actors Liadh Connolly and Eoin Lynam playing the leading characters. Conspiracy of Lies is available at https://www.mercierpress.ie/irish-books/a-conspiracy-of-lies-book/ both as a paperback and as an audiobook.

First released 16th May 2024.

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Repost: Michael Collins - The Man and The Myth

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 03:00:46 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter, author and Professor of Modern Irish History at UCD, talks to Eamon on the centenary of Michael Collins death at Béal na Bláth in Co. Cork on 22nd August 1922.

First released on 23rd August 2022.

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Repost: Bloody Sunday - A Dark Day That Changed Everything

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 03:00:44 GMT

On the 50th anniversary of Bloody Sunday Eamonn McCann recalled a dark day in Irish history. Eamonn McCann is an author, journalist and activist and was on the civil rights march in Derry on 30th January 1972.

First released on 30th January 2022.

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Repost: Living the Dream

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 03:00:40 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to discuss their experiences of leaving home as teenagers to go play football in England.

First released 3rd May 2020.

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Repost: Why Ireland Should Stay Neutral and Europe should resist NATO’s embrace.

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 03:00:08 GMT

Richard Boyd Barrett is an Irish People Before Profit/Solidarity politician and TD for Dún Laoghaire. He talks to Eamon about the war in Ukraine, Europe's militarisation and Ireland's neutrality.

First released on 21st April 2022.

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Repost: China’s ailing economy a problem for Xi Jinping and the world

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 03:00:09 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the troubles in the Chinese economy.

First released 11th September 2023.

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Repost: Justice at last for the Stardust victims and their families

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 03:00:31 GMT

Frank Connolly joins Eamon to talk about the outcome of the Stardust Inquest. Four decades after the biggest fire disaster in the history of the State, the inquest jury found that all 48 of the young people who died at the Stardust nightclub were unlawfully killed. Frank Connolly is an author and investigative journalist. A Conspiracy of Lies: A Political Thriller - The Dublin Bombings, 1974 is his most recent book.

Originally released on 21st April 2024.

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Repost: Diarmaid Ferriter - As Europe and the US turn right politically why Ireland rejects extremism

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 03:00:33 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter talks to Eamon. Diarmaid Ferriter is Professor of Modern Irish History at UCD and author of numerous books, most recently The Border: The Legacy of a Century of Anglo-Irish Politics (2019). He is a regular television and radio broadcaster and a weekly columnist with the Irish Times.

Originally released on 2nd April 2024.

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Repost: Who Really Owns Ireland? How we became tenants in our own land - and what we can do about it?

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 03:00:18 GMT

Journalist, author and broadcaster Matt Cooper joins Eamon to talk about his new book Who Really Owns Ireland?: How we became tenants in our own land - and what we can do about it. Published by Gill Books.

First released on 27th November 2023.

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Repost: Dr Shahd Abusalama - anger and despair at the the West’s callous indifference to Palestinian suffering

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 03:00:59 GMT

Dr. Shahd Abusalama talks to Eamon about the Palestinian people since the creation of Israel, her family, growing up in Jabalia Refugee camp in northern Gaza, and Bobby Sands. Shahd is a Palestinian scholar-activist and artist. Her Ph.D. from Sheffield Hallam University explores the historical representations of Gaza and its refugees in documentary films. It will be published by Bloomsbury this year, under the title, "Between Reality and Documentary". Shahd's blog can be found at https://palestinefrommyeyes.com/

First posted on 4th June 2024.

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Repost: Global Warming - Sleepwalking to catastrophe as we witness the evidence all around us

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 03:00:18 GMT

John Gibbons talks to Eamon about the growing impact of global warming and the effect it will have on all our lives. John Gibbons is a campaigning journalist on climate and the environment.

First posted on 22nd April 2024.

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Repost: BP Fallon remembers Shane McGowan and Sinéad O’Connor, their lives and their work

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 15:40:15 GMT

Writer, photographer and musician BP Fallon joins Eamon to remember Shane McGowan and Sinéad O'Connor.

Recorded on Tuesday 12th December 2023.

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Repost: Israel/Palestine - "the Two State Solution is dead, Israel killed it"

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 03:00:21 GMT

Professor Avi Shlaim - A reflection on Netanyu's plan for Israel and himself. Avi Shlaim is Emeritus Professor of International Relations at the University of Oxford and a Fellow of the British Academy, and an author. His most recent book is Three Worlds: Memoir of an Arab-Jew. Eamon previously spoke to Avi Shlaim following Hamas's attack on Israel last October. In episode 1836 Avi set out this war's historical context.

First Released on Wednesday 5th June 2024.

Reposted on Thursday 25th July 2024.

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Repost: Prof. Avi Shlaim on the Israeli / Palestinian Conflict - A Jewish voice on the history that has led to the present crisis

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 03:00:25 GMT

Professor Avi Shlaim spoke to Eamon last October following the 7th October attack by Hamas on Israel. Professor Shlaim is an author and Oxford historian of modern Middle East history. He is Emeritus Professor of International Relations at the University of Oxford and a Fellow of the British Academy. Of the many books he has written about the Middle East his most recent is Three Worlds: Memoir of an Arab-Jew, published earlier this year.

Recorded on 16th October 2023.

Reposted on 24th July 2024

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Ep 2006: Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the Presidential race - did his inner circle conspire to hide his decline?

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 03:00:54 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington on the implications of Joe Biden's withdrawal from the 2024 Presidential race. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Monday 22nd July 2024.

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Ep 2005: Trump’s takeover of the GOP complete as Democrats isolate Biden

Sat, 20 Jul 2024 03:00:34 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor for the Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Friday 19th July 2024.

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Repost: Liam Brady talks to Eamon about his adventurous life in football - Part 2

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 03:00:26 GMT

On the release of his autobiography, Born to be a Footballer, Liam Brady spoke to Eamon about his life in football in a two part special. Liam was one of the greatest midfield players in the history of the modern game. An Arsenal legend, he spent seven seasons in Serie A winning two Championships with Juventus. Liam was an outstanding analyst for 20 years for RTE’s soccer coverage. Born to be a Footballer is published by Eriu and is now available in paperback.

First released on 20th November 2023.

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Repost: Special - Liam Brady talks to Eamon about his adventurous life in football - Part 1

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 03:00:31 GMT

Last autumn Eamon spoke to Liam Brady on the release of his autobiography Born to be a Footballer. Liam was one of the greatest midfield players in the history of the modern game. An Arsenal legend, he spent seven seasons in Serie A winning two Championships with Juventus. He was an outstanding analyst for RTE’s soccer coverage for 20 years. Liam's book is published by Eriu and is now available in paperback.

First released on 6th November 2023.

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Ep 2004: Joe Biden digs in as many in his party and donors despair of his chances of beating Trump

Sat, 13 Jul 2024 03:00:40 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Friday 12th July 2024.

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Ep 2003: Emmanuel Macron’s electoral gamble leaves France ungovernable

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 06:25:06 GMT

Author and journalist Lara Marlowe joins Eamon from Paris to talk about the surprising outcome of France's general election and what happens next.

Recorded on Tuesday 9th July 2024.

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Ep 2002: Can steady Starmer fix broken British economy?

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 03:00:19 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the economic challenges ahead for Britain's new Labour government. Also how the Irish economy fairs in contrast to our neighbours.

Recorded on Tuesday 9th July 2024.

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Ep 2001: Starmer’s victory - Warmth and respect restored to Anglo-Irish relations

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 15:32:42 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon about Roderic O'Gorman's election as leader of the Green Party, Sir Keir Starmer's election success in Great Britain, and the Sunday Independent's poll on Ireland's political parties and party leaders.

Recorded on Monday 8th July 2024.

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Ep 2000: British election: Tories wiped out by Keir Starmer’s Labour Party and Nigel Farage’s Reform Party

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 12:50:46 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the 2024 British general election.

Recorded at 11am on Friday 5th July 2024.

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Ep 1999: UEFA Euro 2024 - Spain a good team divided by bad politics

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 14:29:34 GMT

Barcelona-based journalist Richard Fitzpatrick talks to Eamon about the political division in Spanish life and football in advance of Spain's quarter final match against Germany on Friday 5th July.

Recorded on Thursday 4th July 2024.

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Ep 1998: United States Supreme Court rules Trump has 'absolute immunity' for official acts

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 03:00:49 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington on Donald Trump's Supreme Court immunity decision and what it might lead to. Also, is it time for Joe Biden to stand aside following his disastrous debate performance last Thursday? Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Tuesday 2nd July 2024.

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Ep 1997: UEFA Euro 2024 - Didi Hamann looks ahead to the Quarter Finals

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 13:42:05 GMT

Didi Hamann joins Eamon to talk about the UEFA Euro 24 tournament so far and look ahead to the quarter finals.

Recorded on Tuesday 2nd July 2024.

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Ep 1996: French Parliamentary Election - France rejects Macron and moves sharply to the right

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 03:00:20 GMT

Paris-based author and journalist Lara Marlowe talks to Eamon following Sunday's first round voting in the French parliamentary elections.

Recorded on Monday 1st July 2024.

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Ep 1995: Once the envy of the world, China’s economy weakens dramatically

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 03:00:33 GMT

Journalist and author Ian Williams talks to Eamon. As a journalist Ian Williams was foreign correspondent for Channel 4 News and NBC in Moscow, the Indo-Pacific and China. He has also covered conflicts in the Balkans, the Middle East and Ukraine. Ian won an Emmy and BAFTA awards for his discovery and reporting on the Serb detention camps during the war in Bosnia. His latest book, VAMPIRE STATE - THE RISE AND FALL OF THE CHINESE ECONOMY, will be released in September.

Recorded on Thursday 27th June 2024.

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Ep 1994: Joe Biden’s alarming performance debating Donald Trump raises questions about his fitness to run for the Presidency

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 14:54:19 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Atlanta on CNN's first of the US Presidential Debates between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Friday 28th June 2024.

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Ep 1993: What public service does RTÉ render?

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 03:00:31 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan joins Eamon to talk about RTÉ on the release of the organisation's recent Statement of Strategy. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor of Independent,ie, The Irish Independent and The Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Thursday 27th June 2024.

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Ep 1992: UK General Election - Tories face wipeout as people question whether they can survive

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 03:00:19 GMT

Peter Oborne talks to Eamon about the road ahead for Britain's Conservative Party as they face defeat by Labour Party in 4th July general election. Peter Oborne is a journalist and author. His most recent books includeThe Fate of Abraham: Why the West is Wrong about Islam, and The Assault on Truth: Boris Johnson, Donald Trump and the Emergence of a New Moral Barbarism

Peter writes a political column for Middle East Eye and a diary column for the Byline Times.

Recorded on Monday 24th June 2024.

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Ep 1991: Divided and moving right can the EU remain a power in the modern world?

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 03:00:40 GMT

Suzanne Lynch talks to Eamon about the political dynamics at play following the recent European Elections. Suzanne Lynch is Associate Editor at Politico and author of the Global Playbook.

Recorded on Friday 21st June 2024.

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Ep 1990: Lagging Biden needs a result in next Thursday’s US Presidential debate

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 03:00:03 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall is Associate Editor at The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 20th June 2024.

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Ep 1989: Netanyahu disbands his war cabinet amid fears of second front against Hezbollah and Lebanon

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 03:00:57 GMT

Senator Tom Clonan talks to Eamon as Israel and Hezbollah move closer to all out war. Tom Clonan is an author, military analyst and Rtd Captain in the Irish army. He served with UN Peacekeepers in Lebanon during the 1996 Israeli Operation Grapes of Wrath.

Recorded on Tuesday 18th June 2024.

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Ep 1988: UK General Election - Farage targets the Tories with ambition to be PM in five years

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 03:00:40 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the UK General Election.

Recorded on Monday 17th June 2024.

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Ep 1987: Paschal Donohoe - despite fears of far-right the centre can hold in Ireland and Europe

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 03:00:16 GMT

Minister Paschal Donohoe talks to Eamon about the local and European elections, immigration, and RTÉ. Paschal Donohoe is Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform,

Recorded on Thursday 13th June 2024.

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Ep 1986: Gifts received by the Justices reflect very badly on the US Supreme Court

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 03:00:23 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington Niall is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 13th June 2024.

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Ep 1985: French Election - Macron gambles the house on shock election

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 03:00:05 GMT

Lara Marlowe talks to Eamon as Marine Le Pen's RN Party makes huge gains in the European Elections. Lara Marlowe is a US-born journalist and author, who was the US correspondent for The Irish Times before returning to Paris in 2013 as the paper's Paris correspondent. Lara also spent 15 years as a journalist for Time.

Recorded on Monday 10th June 2024.

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Ep I984: European Election - Division in Europe likely to deepen as election results play out

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 03:00:44 GMT

Suzanne Lynch talks to Eamon from Brussels about the results in the European elections across the EU. Suzanne Lynch Global Playbook Author and Associate Editor at POLITICO. Previously she was a correspondent in Washington, Dublin, Brussels.

Recorded on Tuesday 11th June 2024.

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Ep 1983: Sinn Féin electoral travails - people laughing not listening

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 03:00:06 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon as the local and European election counts draw to a close. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for independent.ie, The Irish Independent and The Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Monday 10th June 2024.

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Ep 1982: Russia Ukraine War - NATO calls Putin’s nuclear bluff

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 03:00:50 GMT

Senator Tom Clonan joins Eamon to talk about the war in Ukraine and the decision by the US and NATO to allow Ukraine to use their supplied weaponry over the Russian border. Also, in the Israel Gaza war, why does Netanyahu need seven months to bring an end to the war. Tom Clonan is an Irish senator, security analyst, author and retired Irish Army Captain. He was elected to Seanad Eireann in March 2022.

Recorded on Tuesday 4th June 2024.

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Ep 1981: US Presidential Election - Netanyahu continues to humiliate Biden; Trump continues to defy the stigma of felony

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 03:00:18 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 6th June 2024.

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Ep 1980: Israel/Palestine - "the Two State Solution is dead, Israel killed it"

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 03:00:04 GMT

Recorded on Wednesday 5th June 2024.

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Ep 1979: UK General Election - Tories headed for electoral wilderness

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 03:00:39 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the forthcoming UK election as the first polls are released on the state of the parties. Also Nigel Farage decides to stand for the Reform Party in Clacton.

Recorded on Tuesday 4th June 2024.

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Ep 1978: Anger and despair at the the West’s callous indifference to Palestinian suffering

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 03:00:45 GMT

Dr. Shahd Abusalama talks to Eamon about the Palestinian people since the creation of Israel, her family, growing up in Jabalia Refugee camp in northern Gaza, and Bobby Sands. Shahd is a Palestinian scholar-activist and artist. Her Ph.D. from Sheffield Hallam University explores the historical representations of Gaza and its refugees in documentary films. It will be published by Bloomsbury this year, under the title, "Between Reality and Documentary". Shahd's blog can be found at https://palestinefrommyeyes.com/.

Recorded on Thursday 30th May 2024.

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Ep 1977: New York ‘Hush Money’ Trial - Donald Trump guilty on all 34 counts

Fri, 31 May 2024 13:59:16 GMT

The morning after the New York jury's guilty verdict in the Donald Trump 'hush money' trial, Niall Stanage talks to Eamon. Niall is Associate Editor of the Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Friday 31st May 2024.

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Ep 1976: Biden’s presidency now in grave danger as Netanyahu ignores him

Fri, 31 May 2024 08:58:08 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication,

Recorded on Thursday 30th May 2024.

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Ep 1975: Champions League Final - Brittle Real Madrid to find enough magic to win their 15th Final

Thu, 30 May 2024 03:00:38 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick talks to Eamon about Real Madrid in advance of the Champions League Final in Wembley where they will meet Borussia Dortmund next Saturday. Richard is a journalist based in Barcelona.

Recorded on Tuesday 28th May 2024.

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Ep 1974: Local and European Elections - chance for Sinn Féin fight back against recent polls

Wed, 29 May 2024 03:00:22 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan joins Eamon to talk about the forthcoming elections and the key influencing issues for the electorate. Also Minister Catherine Martin and the future of funding for RTÉ. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for The Irish Independent, The Sunday Independent, and Independent.ie.

Recorded on Tuesday 28th May 2024.

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Ep 1973: British General Election - As the Tories implode Keir Starmer moves cautiously forward

Tue, 28 May 2024 03:00:26 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the UK General Election.

Recorded on Monday 27th May 2024.

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Ep 1972: US Presidential Election - as Biden flounders Trump promises an Imperial presidency

Sat, 25 May 2024 03:00:51 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington on the 2024 Presidential election and the recent interviews with Donald Trump and Time Magazine. The transcripts to those interviews are available at https://time.com/6972022/donald-trump-transcript-2024-election/ Niall Stanage is Associate Editor at The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 23rd May 2024.

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Ep 1971: Israel/Palestine - Israeli barbarism in Gaza leaves its supporters morally bankrupt

Fri, 24 May 2024 03:00:05 GMT

Journalist, broadcaster and author Peter Oborne talks to Eamon. In the conversation Eamon refers to a column Peter wrote in Middle East Eye, it can be found at https://www.middleeasteye.net/opinion/war-gaza-britain-fallen-thatcher-support-international-law-how-far.

Peter Oborne's most recent book is The Fate of Abraham: Why the West is Wrong about Islam.

Recorded on Thursday 23rd May 2024.

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Ep 1970: America’s direction of economic travel bad news for Ireland and the European Union

Wed, 22 May 2024 03:00:55 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to discuss the growing gap between the EU and the US as America's economy accelerates.

Recorded on Tuesday 21st May 2024.

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Ep 1969: Premier League 23/24 - Manchester City worthy winners

Tue, 21 May 2024 03:00:42 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the final weekend of of the 2023/2024 Premier League season.

Recorded on Monday 20th May 2024.

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Ep 1968: Fico assassination attempts reflects the deep left/right divisions within the EU

Mon, 20 May 2024 03:00:09 GMT

Suzanne Lynch talks to Eamon about the impact of the assassination attempt on the Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico. Also the European elections taking place in June and the anticipated rise of the far right. Suzanne Lynch is the Global Playbook Author and Associate Editor at POLITICO. Previously she was a correspondent in Washington, Dublin, Brussels.

Recorded on Friday 17th May 2024.

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Ep 1967: US Presidential Election - Support for Netanyahu costing Joe Biden dearly at the polls

Fri, 17 May 2024 03:00:05 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall is Associate Editor for The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 16th May 2024.

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Ep 1966: Frank Connolly recalls the horror of the Dublin Monaghan Bombings 50 years ago

Thu, 16 May 2024 03:00:43 GMT

Recorded on Wednesday 15th May 2024.

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Ep 1965: RTÉ - Reports raise doubt that RTÉ, as it stands, is fit to be a Public Service Broadcaster

Wed, 15 May 2024 03:00:50 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan joins Eamon to talk about RTÉ, the release of three recent reports (The Report by the Expert Advisory Committee on Contractor Fees, HR and Other Matters, the Report by the Expert Advisory Committee on Governance and Culture, and the Mazars Report into RTÉ’s use of its barter account). Also, GAA Go, and the future of the licence fee. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for Independent.ie, The Irish Independent and The Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Tuesday 14th May 2024.

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Ep 1964: Arsenal can still pip Man City for the Premier League title, says John Giles

Tue, 14 May 2024 03:00:21 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to talk about the Premier League title race.

Recorded on Monday 13th May 2024.

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Ep 1963: Startling Trump interview signals that democracy will lose if he wins

Fri, 03 May 2024 03:00:27 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington on student protests against Israel's war on Palestine, Joe Biden's response, and Donald Trump's interview with Time magazine. Niall is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 2nd May 2024.

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Ep 1962: Real Madrid - the beautiful game blighted shameful racism

Thu, 02 May 2024 03:00:05 GMT

Barcelona-based journalist Richard Fitzpatrick talks to Eamon about Real Madrid and what lies behind the continuing success of a great club.

Recorded on Wednesday 1st May 2024.

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Ep 1961: Insulting the Irish, the last cry of the drowning Tory Party

Wed, 01 May 2024 03:00:07 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

Recorded on Tuesday 30th April 2024.

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Ep 1960: Fear of Putin and a Trump presidency forcing Eastern European countries into a pre-war mindset

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 03:00:29 GMT

Dmitry Elovsky joins Eamon to talk about the the war in Ukraine and the impact of the US's $60 billion aid package to Ukraine. Also the silent war and how Europe is building its military capacity.

Dmitry Elovsky is Chief Editor for the YouTube channel Khordorkovsky.Live. Before the war he was Deputy Editor-in-Chief for TV Rain in Moscow. He moved to Lithuania when the war began and independent media outlets including TV Rain were closed down across Russia.

In early November 2023 Dmitry was included in Putin’s list of Foreign agents.

Recorded on Monday 29th April 2024.

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Ep 1959: Premier League review - John Giles still fancies Arsenal to win the title

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 15:07:17 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to talk about the Premier League title race.

Recorded on Monday 29th April 2024.

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Ep 1958: Tolerance for Netanyahu’s conduct in Gaza may cost Biden the presidency as student protests grow across America

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 03:00:34 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington on growing dissent from students critical of Joe Biden's handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict, Trump's criminal trial in New York, and the Trump immunity case before the Supreme Court. Niall is Associate Editor for The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 25th April 2023.

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Ep 1957: Global economics - citing “pre-war” necessity Western leaders ramp up defence spending

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 03:00:59 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the impact of war on the global economy and the vulnerability of Ireland's domestic and SME sector to decisions made in the US.

Recorded on Wednesday 24th April 2024.

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Ep 1956: $60 billion to save Ukraine - US Congress faces down Trump's hard right rump

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 03:00:47 GMT

Senator Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about developments in Russia's war in Ukraine as the long-delayed military aid package was passed by the US Congress over the weekend. He also talks about what Ireland needs to do if it is to maintain its neutrality. Tom Clonan is a senator, security analyst, author and retired Irish Army Captain He was elected to the Senate in March 2022.

Recorded on Tuesday 23rd April 2024.

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Ep 1955: Manchester United - Ten Hag must go

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 13:30:28 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to talk about the Premier League, the FA Cup semi-finals, Leeds United, and VAR

Recorded on Tuesday 23rd April 2024.

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Ep 1954: Global Warming - Sleepwalking to catastrophe as we witness the evidence all around us

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 03:00:17 GMT

John Gibbons talks to Eamon about the growing impact of global warming and the impact it will have on all our lives. John Gibbons is a Campaigning journalist on climate and the environment

Recorded on Thursday 18th April 2024.

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Ep 1953: Justice at last for the Stardust victims and their families

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 03:00:00 GMT

Frank Connolly joins Eamon to talk about the outcome of the Stardust Inquest. Four decades after the biggest fire disaster in the history of the State, the inquest jury found that all 48 of the young people who died at the Stardust nightclub were unlawfully killed. Frank Connolly is an author and investigative journalist. A Conspiracy of Lies: A Political Thriller - The Dublin Bombings, 1974 is his most recent book.

Recorded on Friday 19th April 2024.

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Ep 1952: The spectre of violence looms as Trump and his followers take to the campaign trail

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 03:00:51 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about jury selection at the Donald Trump criminal trial in New York, US Senate candidate Kari Lake who told supporters to ‘strap on a Glock’ before elections, and the challenges facing Speaker Mike Johnson as the aid for Ukraine vote heads to the House of Representatives. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of the Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 18th April 2024.

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Ep 1951: The slow death of the Tory Party - Will Nigel Farage fill the gap?

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 03:00:19 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

Recorded on Wednesday 17th April 2024.

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Ep 1950: Israel ignores the warnings of its weak Western allies

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 03:00:27 GMT

Senator Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about the threat of escalation of war in the Middle East as Iran launches attack on Israel and Israel prepares its response.

Tom Clonan is a senator, security analyst, author and retired Irish Army Captain. In 1995, he deployed to South Lebanon as an officer commanding Irish troops under the UNIFIL mission in that country. Clonan's deployment to Lebanon coincided with the Israeli Operation Grapes of Wrath against Hezbollah. He was elected to Seanad Eireann in March 2022.

Recorded on Tuesday 16th April 2024.

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Ep 1949: Premier League - Man City favourites now as Arsenal and Liverpool feel the heat

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 13:41:13 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review weekend Premier League games.

Recorded on Tuesday 16th April 2024.

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Ep 1948: Week 1 - TikTok Taoiseach Simon Harris snubs the Dåil to go direct to the people on social media

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 03:00:11 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon about Simon Harris's first week as Taoiseach. Fionnán is Ireland Editor for Independent.ie, The Irish Independent and The Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Friday 12th April 2024.

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Ep 1947: Netanyahu actively provoking war with Iran to deepen the crisis and stay in office

Sun, 14 Apr 2024 03:00:38 GMT

Peter Oborne joins Eamon to talk about the Israel / Palestine war. Peter Oborne is a British journalist and broadcaster. He is author of The Fate of Abraham: Why the West is Wrong about Islam. He writes a political column for Middle East Eye and a diary column for the Byline Times.

Recorded on Thursday 11th April 2024.

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Ep 1946: The surprise increase in inflation another threat to Biden's hopes of a return to the White House

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 03:00:12 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday11th April 2024.

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Ep 1945: Foundation of the peace process strong enough to withstand the loss of Jeffrey Donaldson.

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 03:00:00 GMT

Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern joins Eamon to talk about the impact of Jeffrey Donaldson's resignation as leader of the DUP, the price of uniting Ireland, and challenges facing Simon Harris as he takes over as Taoiseach.

Recorded on Tuesday 9th April 2024.

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Ep 1836: Prof. Avi Shlaim on the Israeli / Palestinian Conflict - A Jewish voice on the history that has led to the present crisis

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 03:00:53 GMT

Recorded on 16th October 2023.

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Ep 1944: Premier League Title Race: Liam Brady on Arsenal's improvement since Declan Rice joined

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 13:28:58 GMT

Liam Brady joins Eamon to talk about the Premier League title race and to remember Joe Kinnear who died on Sunday..

Recorded on Monday 8th April 2024.

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Ep 1943: After dithering for months Joe Biden finally calls for a ceasefire in Gaza

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 03:00:59 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor and White House Columnist for The Hill.

Recorded on Thursday 4th April 2024.

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Ep 1942: The end of Thatcherism as British Tories look set to turn Boris’s 80 seat majority into a crushing defeat

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 03:00:37 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the decline of the Tory Party.

Recorded on Wednesday 3rd April 2024.

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Ep 1941: Benjamin Netanyahu - bent on destruction, hated at home, can Netanyahu be stopped by his allies or his enemies?

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 03:00:21 GMT

Patrick Bury talks to Eamon following the Israeli attack on the World Central Kitchen convoy and the attack on an Iranian consulate in Damascus. Also as the IDF withdraws from Al-Shifa Hospital. Dr Patrick Bury is a Senior Lecturer in Security at the University of Bath specialising in warfare and counterterrorism. He is also a former NATO analyst and army infantry captain.

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Ep 1940: Premier League - Liverpool slight favourite for the title, says John Giles

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 16:06:40 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to talk about some of the weekend's Premier League matches and Leeds United.

Recorded on Tuesday 2nd April 2024.

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Ep 1939: As Europe and the US turn right politically why Ireland rejects extremism

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 03:00:29 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter talks to Eamon about Ireland's democracy. Diarmaid Ferriter is Professor of Modern Irish History at UCD and is a weekly column in The Irish Times.

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Ep 1938: Biden Administration turns on Netanyahu as Israel becomes a significant election issue in the US

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 04:00:59 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 28th March 2024.

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Ep 1937: Simple Simon will need new tricks when he occupies the Taoiseach’s office

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 04:00:25 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon about the new leader of Fine Gael, Simon Harris. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for Independent.ie, The Irish Independent and The Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Tuesday 26th March 2024.

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Ep 1936: EU challenges - Trump's contempt for NATO poses big questions for Europe

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 04:00:15 GMT

Suzanne Lynch joins Eamon from Brussels to talk about the recent EU summit, questions raised about European defence, and the forthcoming European Elections. Suzanne Lynch is the Global Playbook Author and Associate Editor at POLITICO. Previously she was a correspondent in Washington, Dublin, Brussels.

Recorded on Monday 25th March 2024.

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Ep 1935: Trump’s deadliest legal threat - he must find $1/2 billion by Monday or risk losing his business empire

Sat, 23 Mar 2024 04:00:30 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 21st March 2023.

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Ep 1934: Varadkar resignation - Leo gone, Simon Harris on the way...bad news all around

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 12:01:18 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan joins Eamon to talk about the resignation of Leo Varadkar as Taoiseach and Fine Gael party leader. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for Independent.ie, the Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Thursday 21st March 2024.

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Ep 1933: US Economy - A Trump presidency could be bad news for the Irish economy

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 04:00:33 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the US economy, its influence on the world economy and the impact of China's property crash.

Recorded on Tuesday 19th March 2024.

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Ep 1932: FA Cup - Man U win over Liverpool proves football can be a crazy game

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 04:00:49 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to talk about the FA Cup and Manchester United's game against Liverpool. Also Leeds United and their chances of promotion.

Recorded on Tuesday 19th March 2024.

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Ep 1931: Six Nations 2024 - Ireland erase Grand Slam disappointment with sixth Championship in sixteen years

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 04:00:11 GMT

Matt Williams joins Eamon to talk about the Six Nations 2024 and Ireland's Championship victory. Matt is a former rugby coach. He writes a column for the Irish Times and is a rugby analyst for Virgin Media's rugby coverage.

Recorded on Monday 18th March 2024.

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Ep 1930: More woe for British Tories as they accept £15 million donation from a racist

Sun, 17 Mar 2024 04:00:49 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

Recorded on Friday 15th March 2024.

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Ep 1929: Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s attack on Netanyahu indicates that America’s patience with Israel is running out

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 08:46:23 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday14th March 2024.

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Ep 1928: Putin’s War - A Trump presidency could herald the rise of the autocrat

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 04:00:55 GMT

Dr. Patrick Bury joins Eamon to talk about the war in Ukraine and the potential impact of Donald Trump returning to the White House. Dr Patrick Bury is a Senior Lecturer in Security at the University of Bath specialising in warfare and counterterrorism. He is also a former NATO analyst and army infantry captain.

Recorded on Tuesday 12th March 2024.

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Ep 1927: Six Nations 2024 - No Grand Slam for Ireland but the Championship is still a big prize

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 04:00:38 GMT

Matt Williams joins Eamon to review the weekend's Six Nation's games. Matt Williams is an Australia-born rugby coach, broadcaster and writer. He is currently appearing on Virgin Media's Six Nations's panel and has a regular column in the Irish Times. Matt has been Director of Rugby and Head Coach of the New South Wales Waratah’s in Super Rugby, as well as with the Irish provincial teams, Leinster and Ulster in the Heineken Cup. Matt was Director Sportif at Racing Club Narbonne Mèditerranèe, in the French Pro “D” 2. He was also the Defensive coach of Ireland in 2001. Matt has also been the Head Coach of the Scottish National Team and Ireland “A”.

Recorded on Monday 11th March 2024.

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Ep 1926: Referendums 2024 - Resounding defeat for political establishment as the people say No

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 04:00:34 GMT

Kevin Doyle joins Eamon to talk about the proposed Family and Care Amendments to the constitution and the impact of their defeat in the referendums on Friday 8th March. Kevin Doyle is Group Head of News at MediaHuis, Executive Editor at the Irish Independent and Presenter of the Indo Daily.

Recorded on Monday 11th March 2024.

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Ep 1925: Liam Brady joins Eamon and John to confirm that Arsenal are genuine Premier League contenders

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 15:22:19 GMT

Liam Brady and John Giles join Eamon to review the Premier League. Liam also talks to Eamon about Holy Child Boys’ National School fundraiser for an Astro pitch for use by the boys' and girls' national schools in Liam's home suburb of Whitehall. To find out more and make a donation visit www.holychildbns.ie.

Recorded on Monday 11th March 2024.

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Ep 1924: Israel/Hamas conflict - Ignoring the US Israel do it their way

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 04:00:09 GMT

Dr Patrick Bury speaks to Eamon about the Israeli / Hamas conflict. Patrick Bury is a Senior Lecturer in Security at the University of Bath specialising in warfare and counterterrorism. He is also a former NATO analyst and army infantry captain.

Recorded on Wednesday 6th March 2024.

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Ep 1923: Joe Biden defies his critics with a powerful State of the Union Speech

Sat, 09 Mar 2024 04:00:24 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about Joe Biden's last State of the Union speech before November's Presidential election. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor for the Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Friday 8th March 2024.

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Ep 1922: Six Nations 2024 - England must be respected at Twickenham but on known form Ireland should win

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 04:42:44 GMT

Matt Williams joins Eamon to preview Ireland's game against England at Twickenham on Saturday 9th March. Matt Williams is an Australia born rugby coach, broadcaster and writer. He has a column in the Irish Times and is an analyst on Virgin Media's Six Nations rugby converage.

Recorded on Thursday 7th March 2024.

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Ep 1921: RTÉ - Minister Martin shuffles the boardroom pack, will it make any difference?

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 04:00:02 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor at Independent.ie, the Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Wednesday 6th February 2024.

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Ep 1920: Tories lurch to the right as they face election humiliation

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 04:00:58 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about Rishi Sunak, the Tory Party, and the election of George Galloway in Rochdale.

Recorded on Tuesday 5th March 2024.

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Ep 1919: Premier League review - Man City’s Phil Foden on the way to greatness

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 14:08:19 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the Man City v Man Utd and Sheffield Utd v Arsenal games, and they look ahead to Liverpool's game with Man City next Sunday. Also the contenders for 4th place in the Premier League and qualification for the Champions League, and the highly charged local derby Huddersfield v Leeds,

Recorded on Tuesday 5th March 2024.

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Ep 1918: US Supreme Court gives Trump’s Presidential campaign a major boost

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 04:00:39 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 29th February 2024.

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Ep 1917: Kevin Bakhurst’s new broom is not working as RTÉ sheds ever more credibility

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 04:00:53 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon about Minister Catherine Martin's appearance at the Oireachtas Media committee and the on-going troubles in RTE. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor at Independent.ie, The Irish Independent, and The Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Wednesday 28th February 2024.

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Ep 1916: Islamophobia, desperate Sunak Tories’ weapon of choice as they face election meltdown

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 04:00:09 GMT

Author and journalist Peter Oborne joins Eamon to talk about the Israeli war against Hamas and last week's chaos in the House of Commons.

Recorded on Tuesday 27th February 2024.

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Ep 1915: Six Nations - Ireland remains on course for the Grand Slam but two stern tests await

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 04:00:26 GMT

Former rugby coach Matt Williams joins Eamon to talk about the latest round of Six Nations matches. Matt is a contributor to the Virgin Media rugby panel and he writes a column for the Irish Times.

Recorded on Monday 26th February 2024.

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Ep 1914: Man United - If the new powers that be at Old Trafford do what they promise the club is doomed

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 16:59:03 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to talk about the Chelsea v Liverpool final of the Carabao Cup, Sir Jim Ratcliffe's plan for Manchester United, Arsenal's continued success in the Premier League and Leeds United's bid for promotion.

Recorded on Monday 26th February 2024.

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Ep 1913: Global Crises - A World as dangerous as it's ever been

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 04:00:09 GMT

Journalist and author Ian Williams talks to Eamon. Ian Williams writes a regular column in the Spectator and his most recent book is The Fire of the Dragon: China's New Cold War. He was foreign formerly a correspondent in Moscow and China and covered conflicts in the Balkans, the Middle East and Ukraine.

Recorded on Friday 23rd February 2024.

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Ep 1912: Prospect of a Trump presidency and Putin victory in Ukraine causing serious concerns across the EU

Sun, 25 Feb 2024 04:00:32 GMT

Suzanne Lynch joins Eamon to talk about the Munich Security Conference. Suzanne Lynch is Global Playbook Author and Associate Editor at POLITICO.

Recorded on Tuesday 20th February 2024.

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Ep 1911: Biden’s increasing frailty and continuing support for Netanyahu suppressing his already weak poll numbers

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 04:00:11 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from South Carolina in advance of the Republican Primary. Niall is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 24th February 2024.

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Ep 1910: In an attempt to debate the Israel Hamas conflict House of Commons collapses into farce

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:58:21 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

Recorded on Thursday 22nd February 2024.

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Ep 1909: War in Ukraine - two years on from Putin’s invasion the winners and losers on the battlefield

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 04:00:52 GMT

Senator Tom Clonan joins Eamon to talk about the war in Ukraine as the second anniversary of the Russian invasion approaches. Tom Clonan is a senator, a security analyst, an author and a retired Irish Army Captain. He was elected to Seanad Éireann in March 2022.

Recorded on Tuesday 20th February 2024.

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Ep 1908: Greed and confusion reign as Saudi money seduces many of golf’s greatest players

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 04:00:43 GMT

Journalist Eamon Lynch talks to Eamon about LIV, the PGA and the impact of Saudi money.. Eamon Lynch is co-host of Golf Today on the Golf Channel and a columnist at Golfweek / USA Today.

Recorded on Monday 19th February 2024.

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Ep 1907: Premier League - In a three club title race Arsenal are convincing contenders

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 16:15:17 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League.

Recorded on Monday 19th February 2024.

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Ep 1906: Sex is more interesting than pensions, says Fintan O’Toole.. we talk to Chris Johns about pensions

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 04:00:41 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the hazards of pensions.

Recorded on Thursday 15th February 2024.

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Ep 1905: Trump’s legal woes afford Biden his best chance of staying in the White House

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 04:00:02 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon from Washington. Niall is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 15th February 2024.

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Ep 1904: RTÉ at the Oireachtas - shaming themselves and angering the public and its representatives

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 04:00:05 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan joins Eamon to talk about RTÉ's Valentine's Day meeting with the Oireachtas Media Committee. Fionnán is Ireland Editor at Independent.ie, the Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Thursday 15th February 2024.

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Ep 1903: Trump’s Russian policy - Putin gloats as Trump’s man, Tucker Carlson, grovels

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 04:00:18 GMT

Dmitry Elovsky joins Eamon to talk about Tucker Carlson's two hour interview with Vladimir Putin, the war in Ukraine, and Donald Trump's recent comments on European NATO countries. Dmitry Elovsky is Chief Editor at the YouTube channel Khordorkovsky.Live.

Recorded on Tuesday 13th February 2024.

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Ep 1902: Arguably changed by serious injury the new, improved DeBruyne can lead Man City to the title

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 16:00:58 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to talk about the Premier League including Man City v Everton and Arsenal v West Ham.

Recorded on Tuesday 13th February 2024.

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Ep 1901: Ireland excel as Six Nations rivals stall or go backwards

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 04:00:53 GMT

Former rugby coach, columnist and analyst Matt Williams joins Eamon to review the weekend's Six Nations including Ireland's outstanding win against Italy in Dublin. Matt writes about rugby for the Irish Times and is a member of Virgin Media's Six Nations' panel.

Recorded on Monday 12th February 2024.

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Ep 1900: Nationalist First Minister does not place us within “touching distance” of Irish unity

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 04:00:21 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter talks to Eamon. Diarmaid Ferriter is an author and professor of modern Irish history at University College Dublin. He writes a weekly opinion column in the Irish Times. His books include Between Two Hells: The Irish Civil War; The Border: The Legacy of a Century of Anglo-Irish Politics; A Nation and not a Rabble: The Irish Revolution 1913–23; and The Transformation of Ireland 1900-2000

Recorded on Thursday 8th February 2024.

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Ep 1899: A surreal and dangerous moment as Congress, afraid of Trump, ceases to function

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 04:00:32 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon from Washington. Niall is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 8th February 2024.

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Ep 1898: Time for RTÉ to finally come clean when they face the PAC on Valentine’s Day

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 04:00:27 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon about the McCann Fitzgerald report examining RTÉ's voluntary redundancy programmes. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for the Irish Independent, the Sunday Independent and Independent.ie.

Recorded on Wednesday 7th February 2024.

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Ep 1897: PopCon - Liz Truss enlists Nigel Farage in attempt to push the Tories further right

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 04:00:50 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about Liz Truss's PopCon, why the British aren't as concerned as the Tories about immigration, British print media, why Keir Starmer says little about a potential Labour Government, and King Charles's cancer diagnosis.

Recorded on Tuesday 6th February 2024.

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Ep 1896: John Giles wonders if Klopp’s flagged resignation will hurt Liverpool’s title challenge

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 16:57:03 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to talk about weekend Premier League games, Klopp's resignation, and Leeds United's continued success in the Championship.

Recorded on Tuesday 6th February 2024.

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Ep 1895: Ireland makes Six Nations history in Marseille with more to come

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 04:00:24 GMT

Former rugby coach and rugby analyst Matt Williams joins Eamon to talk about Ireland's game against France in the opening match of the 2024 Six Nations Championship.

Recorded on Monday 5th February 2024.

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Ep 1894: Is the West losing moral authority by blindly supporting Israel’s oppression of the Palestinian people?

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 04:00:33 GMT

Journalist and author Peter Oborne joins Eamon to discuss Israel's war against the Palestinians. Peter Oborne is author of a number of books includingThe Fate of Abraham: Why the West is Wrong about Islam, and The Assault on Truth: Boris Johnson, Donald Trump and the Emergence of a New Moral Barbarism. He writes a political column for Middle East Eye and a diary column for the Byline Times. In 2012 and 2016 Peter was Society of Editors Press Awards Columnist of the Year. The books that Peter refers to in this podcast are Rashid Khalidi's 100 years War on Palestine, Elan Pappé's On Palestine, and the books of Avi Shlaim.

Recorded on Thursday 1st February 2024.

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Ep 1893: History made as Sinn Féin’s Michelle O’Neill becomes First Minister in the Stormont Assembly

Sat, 03 Feb 2024 04:00:22 GMT

Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs Micháel Martin talks to Eamon as power-sharing at Stormont resumes.

Recorded on Friday 2nd February 2024.

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Ep 1892: Trump and GOP attack Taylor Swift though she has yet to endorse Joe Biden

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 04:00:26 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 1st February 2024.

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Ep 1891: 2024 Six Nations - Ireland face a tough test in the first post-Sexton international

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 04:00:05 GMT

Matt Williams joins Eamon to preview Ireland's game against France in Marseille in the opening match of the 2024 Six Nations. Matt Williams is an Australian born rugby coach, broadcaster and writer. He has a column in the Irish Times and will be working with Virgin Media the tournament.

Recorded on Wednesday 31st January 2024.

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Ep 1890: Can the Public Accounts Committee bring arrogant or absent RTÉ bosses to account?

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 04:00:02 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon about the latest Grant Thornton report into RTÉ's Toy Show the Musical. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor at the Irish Independent, the Sunday Independent, and independent.ie.

Recorded on Tuesday 30th January 2024.

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Ep 1889: Didi Hamann on Jürgen Klopp’s leaving of Liverpool

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 04:00:32 GMT

Didi Hamann joins Eamon to talk about Jürgen Klopp's decision to leave Liverpool and the possibility of Xabi Alonso taking over as manager of the club.

Recorded on Monday 29th January 2024.

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Ep 1888: Why democracy will be on the ballot for the US Presidential Election in November

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 04:00:19 GMT

Journalist and author Lara Marlowe talks to Eamon about the threat to US democracy.

Recorded on Thursday 25th January 2024.

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Ep 1887: Biden v Trump - the Presidential election that could determine our future

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 04:00:09 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about November's US general election Niall is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded Thursday 25th January 2023.

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Ep 1886: Soccer Super League will be back; without it Spanish and Italian football will die

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 04:00:59 GMT

Barcelona-based journalist Richard Fitzpatrick joins Eamon to talk about the European Court of Justice ruling against UEFA and FIFA, and the crisis in Barcelona football. Also Eamon talks about putting the great Ballon d'Or-winning Luis Suárez in his place at his international debut in Paris in 1965.

Recorded on Wednesday 24th January 2023.

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Ep 1885: As their populism fails Britain’s Tories headed for oblivion

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 04:00:29 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and the Tory Government.

Recorded on Tuesday 23rd January 2024.

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Ep 1884: Liverpool and Man City primed to battle for the Premier League title?

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 05:14:11 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review some of the weekend's Premier League matches. They also discuss the high level of injuries across Premier League clubs and recent success at Leeds Utd.

Recorded on Monday 22nd January 2024.

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Repost: Lennon to Bowie, Bono to Dylan - BP Fallon on his life in rock n' roll

Sat, 20 Jan 2024 04:00:13 GMT

BP Fallon's career has been vast: he's DJed since he was 17; as a music publicist he worked with Led Zepplin and T.Rex; as a photographer he's captured Iggy Pop and Emmy Lou Harris; as a musician he's performed with U2 and he currently performs with his own band BP Fallon and the Bandits. The 'rock'n'roll renaissance man' joins Eamon to talk about his life's work to date.

Originally posted on 4th July 2017

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Repost: John Giles remembers Sir Bobby Charlton

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 04:00:20 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to remember the Manchester United football legend Bobby Charlton.

Recorded on Tuesday 24th October 2023.

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Repost: Living the Dream

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 04:00:42 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to discuss their experiences of leaving home as teenagers to go play football in England.

Originally posted on 2nd May 2020

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Repost: Ballymurphy to Derry – Eamon McCann on Paras' Massacres

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 04:00:26 GMT

Eamonn McCann talks to Eamon about the campaign to get justice for ten people murdered by the British Army in West Belfast in 1971, and what Boris Johnson's response to this week's findings can tell us about the British attitude to Northern Ireland.

Originally posted on 13th May 2021

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Repost: Empire of Pain - The Secret History of The Sackler Dynasty

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 04:00:27 GMT

Author Patrick Radden Keefe talks to Eamon about his new book, Empire of Pain - The Secret History of The Sackler Dynasty.

Originally posted on 8th June 2021

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Repost: Guide or Illusion - The Power of History

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 04:00:30 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter, Professor of Modern Irish History at UCD talks to Eamon about the role history plays in understanding politics and society,

Recorded on 27th September 2022.

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Repost: From Prison to Power - Danny Morrison on his and Sinn Féin’s Journey North and South

Sun, 07 Jan 2024 20:20:19 GMT

Republican intellectual Danny Morrison talks to Eamon. Go to https://www.dannymorrison.com/ for more information on the books written by Danny mentioned in the podcast.

Recorded 17th May 2022.

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Repost: The Civil War that shaped our nation

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 04:00:37 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter talks to Eamon about the ending and aftermath of the Civil War. Diarmaid is an author, columnist with the Irish Times and Professor of Modern Irish History in UCD.

Recorded on 31st May 2023.

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Repost: Who Owns Ireland? How we became tenants in our own land and what we can do about it

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 04:00:01 GMT

Journalist, author and broadcaster Matt Cooper joined Eamon last November to talk about his new book Who Really Owns Ireland?: How we became tenants in our own land - and what we can do about it. Published by Gill Books.

Recorded on Monday 20th November 2023.

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Repost: Special - Liam Brady talks to Eamon about his adventurous life in football - Part 2

Sun, 24 Dec 2023 04:00:07 GMT

In part 2 of a two-part special Liam Brady joins Eamon to talk about his life in football on the release of his autobiography Born to be a Footballer, published by Eriu.

Recorded on Tuesday 14th November 2023.

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Repost: Special - Liam Brady talks to Eamon about his adventurous life in football - Part 1

Sat, 23 Dec 2023 04:00:51 GMT

Earlier in the autumn Eamon met Liam to talk to him about his life in football on the release of his autobiography, Born to be a Footballer, published by ‎Eriu.

Recorded on Wednesday 18th October 2023.

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Repost: Avi Shlaim on the Israeli / Palestinian Conflict - A Jewish voice on the history that has led to the present crisis

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 04:00:31 GMT

Professor Avi Shlaim spoke to Eamon earlier in the autumn. Professor Shlaim is an author and Oxford historian of modern Middle East history. He is Emeritus Professor of International Relations at the University of Oxford and a Fellow of the British Academy. Of the many books he has written about the Middle East his most recent is Three Worlds: Memoir of an Arab-Jew, published earlier this year.

Recorded on Monday 16th October 2023

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Ep 1883: BP Fallon remembers Shane McGowan and Sinéad O’Connor, their lives and their work

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 04:00:03 GMT

Writer, photographer and musician BP Fallon joins Eamon to remember Shane McGowan and Sinéad O'Connor.

Recorded on Tuesday 12th December 2023.

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Ep 1882: With the Premier League wide open Man City have a lot to do to retain the title

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 14:01:18 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review some of the weekend's Premier League games.

Recorded on Tuesday 19th December 2023.

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Ep 1881: Biden modifies his support for Israel as US public opinion turns against him

Sat, 16 Dec 2023 04:00:48 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall is Associate Editor for The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 14th December 2023.

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Ep 1880: Putin’s War - Ukraine’s fate will be decided in Washington

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 04:00:40 GMT

Journalist and film maker Johnny O'Reilly talks to Eamon.

Recorded on Tuesday 12th December 2023.

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Ep 1879: Divided and facing electoral meltdown will the Tories turn to Boris and Farage for salvation?

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 04:00:15 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

Recorded on Monday 11th December 2023.

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Ep 1878: Liverpool and Man City to fight it out for Premier League title, Leeds to win promotion

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 17:03:07 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League games.

Recorded on Monday 11th December 2023.

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Ep 1877: Economic problems and disappearing leaders cast a shadow over Xi Jinping’s China

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 04:00:05 GMT

Journalist and author Ian Williams talks to Eamon. Ian Williams was foreign correspondent for Channel 4 News and NBC in Moscow, the Indo-Pacific and China. He has also covered conflicts in the Balkans, the Middle East and Ukraine. Ian won an Emmy and BAFTA awards for his discovery and reporting on the Serb detention camps during the war in Bosnia. His most recent book is The Fire of the Dragon: China's New Cold War.

Recorded on Tuesday 5th December 2023.

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Ep 1876: US Presidential election - if Trump wins everything changes

Sun, 10 Dec 2023 04:00:01 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Friday 8th December 2023.

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Ep 1875: Russia/Ukraine War - Dmitry Elovsky talks about being named in Putin’s list of foreign agents

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 04:00:16 GMT

Dmitry Elovsky talks to Eamon about Russia's war in Ukraine and how he has been included on Vladamir Putin's list of foreign agents. Dmitry Elovsky is Chief Editor for the YouTube channel Khordorkovsky.Live. Before the war he was Deputy Editor-in-Chief for TV Rain in Moscow. He moved to Lithuania when the war began and independent media outlets, including TV Rain, were closed down across Russia.

Recorded on Monday 4th December 2023.

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Ep 1874: Israel in Palestine - This moment is a turning point in history

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 04:00:49 GMT

Journalist and author Peter Oborne talks to Eamon. Peter is a former chief political commentator for The Daily Telegraph, from which he resigned in early 2015. He writes a political column for Middle East Eye and a diary column for the Byline Times. Peter's most recent books include The Fate of Abraham: Why the West is Wrong about Islam, and The Assault on Truth: Boris Johnson, Donald Trump and the Emergence of a New Moral Barbarism. Both are available as audio books.

Recorded on Tuesday 5th December 2023.

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Ep 1873: Premier League - Ange Postecoglou, the real Special One, casts his spell on Spurs

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 04:00:24 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review some of the weekend's Premier League matches.

Recorded on Monday 4th December 2023.

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Ep 1872: Election success of far-right pariah Geert Wilders stuns the Netherlands and Europe

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 04:00:12 GMT

Journalist and author Simon Kuper joins Eamon to talk about the unexpected success of Geert Wilders and his Party for Freedom in the recent election in the Netherlands and the rise of far-right parties across Europe. Simon is writes a regular column in the Financial Times and is author of a number of books including Chums: How a Tiny Caste of Oxford Tories Took Over the UK and Barça: The rise and fall of the club that built modern football.

Recorded on Tuesday 28th November 2023.

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Ep 1871: Unintended consequences of proposed Gambling Bill could be devastating for the Irish horse racing industry

Sat, 02 Dec 2023 04:00:37 GMT

Racing legend Ruby Walsh talks to Eamon on the folly at the heart of well-meaning legislation that is aimed at problem gambling.

Recorded Wednesday 29th November 2023.

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Ep 1870: Threat to Trump as big money Republican donors switch to the more electable Nikki Haley

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 06:47:17 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about the late Henry Kissinger who died on Wednesday, Secretary of State Anthony Blinken's latest visit to Israel, the trials of Hunter Biden, Nikki Haley's growing popularity among Republican backers, and Tucker Carlson and Steve Bannon on the Dublin riot.

Recorded on Thursday 30th November 2023.

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Ep 1869: Israel / Palestine war - Israel still a long way from achieving Netanyahu’s war aims

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 04:00:12 GMT

Senator Tom Clonan joins Eamon to discuss developments in the Israeli / Palestine war, the role of Irish UN troops based in Lebanon, and the players in the region. Tom Clonan is an Irish senator, security analyst, author and retired Irish Army Captain. He was elected to Seanad Eireann in March 2022 in the 2022 Dublin University by-election.

In 1995, Clonan deployed to South Lebanon as an officer commanding Irish troops under the UNIFIL)mission in that country.

Recorded on Tuesday 28th November 2023.

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Ep 1868: Dublin Riot - open contempt for law and order nothing new in Dublin City Centre

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 04:00:09 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan joins Eamon to talk about the riot in Dublin last Thursday night that followed an attack on three children and their carer outside a school in Parnell Square. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for the Irish Independent, the Sunday Independent and independent.ie.

Recorded on Monday 27th November 2023.

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Ep 1867: Man City and Liverpool favoured to fight the battle for the Premier League title

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 15:00:05 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review some of the weekend's Premier League matches. John and Eamon also talk about the 10 point penalty set against Everton and Terry Venables, who died this week.

Recorded on Monday 27th November 2023.

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Ep 1866: Who Really Owns Ireland? How we became tenants in our own land - and what we can do about it?

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 04:00:05 GMT

Journalist, author and broadcaster Matt Cooper joins Eamon to talk about his new book Who Really Owns Ireland?: How we became tenants in our own land - and what we can do about it. Published by Gill Books.

Recorded on Monday 20th November 2023.

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Ep 1865: Israel/Palestine conflict - the West loses its moral authority

Sat, 25 Nov 2023 04:00:30 GMT

Journalist and author Peter Oborne talks to Eamon about the Israel Palestine war. Peter has just returned from the West Bank where he was investigating Israeli settler violence against Palestinians.

Recorded on Friday 24th November 2023.

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Ep 1864: Young Democrat voters abstaining may cost Biden the White House

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 04:00:28 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about Joe Biden's continuing struggle in the pre-election polls despite strong performance in stabilising the economy, Donald Trump's plans to scrap Biden's clean energy rules and expand drilling to boost fossil fuels, and Republican candidate Nikki Haley is on the rise. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor at the Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 23rd November 2023.

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Ep 1863: In this moment of geo-political crises the EU is unable to speak with one voice

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 04:00:18 GMT

Suzanne Lynch reports from Brussels. Suzanne Lynch is a journalist and Associate Editor with Politico.

Recorded on Tuesday 21st November 2023.

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Ep 1862: Britain’s Covid Inquiry reveals the cynicism and ignorance of Boris Johnson’s government

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 04:00:11 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the move to cash from stocks by Warren Buffet and his company Berkshire Hathaway, and JP Morgan Chase's Jamie Dimon. Also the revelations of the Covid Inquiry, currently underway in the UK, and how Rishi Sunak and Jeremy Hunt may be about to give money back that they don't have.

Recorded on Tuesday 21st November 2023.

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Ep 1861: Given the quality and inexperience of the players at his disposal, is it fair to pillory Stephen Kenny for our failure?

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 04:00:17 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to talk about the failure of the Irish soccer team to get to the Euro 2024 Finals and who might replace Stephen Kenny as the manager when the time comes.

Recorded on Monday 20th November 2023.

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Ep 1860: Special - Liam Brady talks to Eamon about his adventurous life in football - Part 2

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 04:00:56 GMT

In part 2 of a two-part special Liam Brady joins Eamon to talk about his life in football on the release of his autobiography Born to be a Footballer, published by Eriu.

Recorded on Tuesday 14th November 2023.

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Ep 1858: Israel/Palestine War - great powers supporting Israel are undermining the prospect of a two state solution

Sun, 19 Nov 2023 04:00:00 GMT

Niall Holohan joins Eamon to talk about Israel war against Palestine. Niall Holohan is a retired diplomat who was based in Ramallah as the Irish Government’s Representative to the Palestinian Authority from 2002 to 2006. He retired from the Department of Foreign Affairs in 2014 as Ambassador to Saudi Arabia. He has also had extensive experience in dealing with issues relating to Northern Ireland.

Recorded on Thursday 16th November 2023.

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Ep 1857: Unqualified support for Netanyahu begins to cost Biden in the polls, and Nikki Haley may pose a threat to Trump

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 04:00:12 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about a potential split in the Democratic Party not seen since the Vietnam War as Biden lends full support to Israel, Xi Jinping's meeting with Biden, and the growing support for Nikki Haley among Republicans party members and major donors to the Republican Party looking for an alternative candidate to Donald Trump. Also the possible impact of Robert F. Kennedy Jr and other candidates who may run for the presidency in the 2024 election. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor for The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 16th November 2023.

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Ep 1856: Bakhurst / RTÉ document raises more questions than it answers

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 04:00:38 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan joins Eamon to talk about the release of RTÉ's latest strategic plan A New Direction for RTÉ. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for the Irish Independent, the Sunday Independent and independent.ie.

Recorded on Wednesday 15th November 2023.

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Ep 1855: Chris Johns reports from London on PM Rishi Sunak's Cabinet reshuffle

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 16:11:28 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon as PM Rishi Sunak begins a Cabinet reshuffle that sees the return of former Prime Minister David Cameron to government and the departure of Suella Braverman, now former Home Secretary.

Recorded Monday 13th November 2023.

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Ep 1854: Much focus on the destruction of Gaza, much less on the militant settler killers on the West Bank

Sat, 11 Nov 2023 04:00:08 GMT

Journalist, broadcaster and author Peter Oborne joins Eamon to talk about the Israeli / Palestine war from the West Bank where Israeli settlers are driving Palestinian families off their land. Peter Oborne writes for Middle East Eye and is author of a number of books including The Fate of Abraham: Why the West is Wrong about Islam and The Assault on Truth: Boris Johnson, Donald Trump and the Emergence of a New Moral Barbarism. In the course of Peter's interview with Eamon he refers to Episode 1836 with Professor Avi Shlaim.

Recorded on Friday 10th November 2023.

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Ep 1853: The Biden Conundrum - deploring Putin’s war crimes while supporting Netanyahu’s ethnic cleansing

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 04:00:46 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 9th November 2023.

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Ep 1852: No hope Tories drifting right and sinking

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 04:00:07 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the King's Speech, Home Secretary Suella Braverman, Michael Gove's plan to brand anyone ‘undermining’ UK as extremist, and a weakened Rishi Sunak.

Recorded on Wednesday 8th November 2023.

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Ep 1851: After looking so composed Spurs implode in a week that VAR is further discredited

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 17:03:27 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review recent Premier League matches.

Recorded on Tuesday 7th November 2023.

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Ep 1859: Special - Liam Brady talks to Eamon about his adventurous life in football - Part 1

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 09:01:13 GMT

In part one of a two part special Liam Brady joins Eamon to talk about his life in football on the release of his autobiography, Born to be a Footballer, published by ‎Eriu.

Recorded on Wednesday 18th October 2023.

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Ep 1850: Israel / Hamas War - The complicated military task facing heavily armed IDF

Sat, 04 Nov 2023 04:00:35 GMT

Patrick Bury joins Eamon to talk about military strategies in the Israel/Hamas war. Patrick Bury is Senior Lecturer in Security at the University of Bath specialising in warfare and counter terrorism. He is also a former NATO analyst and army infantry captain.

Recorded on Wednesday 1st November 2023.

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Ep 1849: Will Netanyahu become an albatross around Biden’s neck and see an end to his presidency?

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 04:00:30 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about the growing split among Democrats, and Secretary of State makes his way to his third meeting with Benjamin Netanyahu as Israel's war against Gaza escalates. Also Donald Trump's sons in court in New York.

Recorded on Thursday 2nd November 2023.

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Ep 1848: British Labour - Starmer treads carefully to shed remnants of past anti-semitism

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 04:00:36 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the impact of the Israel / Hamas war on Britain.

Recorded on Tuesday 31st October 2023

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Ep 1847: Manchester United - Under ten Hag’s reign everything that could go wrong has gone wrong

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 04:00:28 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review some of the weekend's Premier League matches.

Recorded on Tuesday 31st October 2023.

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Ep 1846: Rugby World Cup - South Africa found a way to win again, Ireland can take much pride from their performance

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 04:00:50 GMT

Matt Williams joins Eamon to review the final of the Rugby World Cup 2023. Matt Williams is an Australian born rugby coach, broadcaster and writer.

Recorded on Monday 30th October 2023

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Ep 1845: Biden’s unqualified support for Israel proves very costly at home and abroad

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 04:00:24 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about US support for Israel in its war against Hamas, Also the GOP election of Rep Mike Johnson as the Speaker of the House, Trump is back in court, and Mark Meadows agrees to testify against Donald Trump for Special Counsel Jack Smith. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor for The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 26th October 2023.

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Ep 1844: Rugby World Cup final - South Africa gambles on the ‘bomb squad’ to take down All Blacks

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 03:00:10 GMT

Matt Williams joins Eamon to preview the Rugby World Cup 2023 final. Matt Williams is a former rugby coach. He is a columnist for The Irish Times and a rugby analyst with Virgin Media Ireland.

Recorded on Thursday 26th October 2023.

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Ep 1842: Israel / Palestine - a conflict from which the world may not recover

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 03:00:45 GMT

Lara Marlowe joins Eamon to discuss the Israel / Palestine war, Lara Marlowe is a writer and journalist based in Paris.

Recorded on Tuesday 24th October 2023.

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Ep 1843: John Giles remembers Sir Bobby Charlton

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 05:36:47 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to remember the Manchester United football legend Bobby Charlton.

Recorded on Tuesday 24th October 2023.

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Ep 1841: Britain's Tory Government collapsing and new and dangerous threats to the world economy

Sun, 22 Oct 2023 03:00:00 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about Labour's victory in the UK by elections in Mid Bedfordshire and Tamworth, Rishi Sunak's trip to the Middle East and the potential economic impact of the Hamas attack on Israel and Israel's response. Also Jay Powell's ill-judged speech and chaos in the bond markets.

Recorded on Friday 20th October 2023.

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Ep 1840: Hamas Attack - the bait that may lead to catastrophe if Israel bites

Sat, 21 Oct 2023 03:00:14 GMT

Dr. Patrick Bury talks to Eamon about the military planning around the 7th October attack by Hamas on Israel and the complex military repercussions. Dr. Patrick Bury is a UKRI Future Leaders Fellow and a Senior Lecturer and Associate Professor in the Security Department of Politics, Languages and International Studies at the University of Bath. He was in the British Army in Afghanistan and is also author of Callsign Hades.

Recorded on Friday 20th October 2023.

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Ep 1839: Biden doubles down on his support for Israel, as polls show Israel supporting voters double down on their dislike for Biden

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 05:24:25 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall is Associate Editor for The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 18th October 2023.

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Ep 1838: Stephen Kenny did his best with the mess he inherited

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 03:00:14 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to talks about Ireland international soccer following Ireland's games against Greece and Gibraltar.

Recorded on Tuesday 17th October 2023.

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Ep 1837: Von der Leyen’s Israel “gaffe” disturbs European leaders

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 03:00:08 GMT

Suzanne Lynch joins Eamon to talk about the impact of Ursula Von der Leyen's visit to Israel following the Hamas attack on October 7th, and the outcome of Poland's General Election. Suzanne is a journalist with Politico.eu and host of the podcast EU Confidential.

Recorded on Tuesday 17th October 2023.

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Ep 1836: Avi Shlaim on the Israeli / Palestinian Conflict - A Jewish voice on the history that has led to the present crisis

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 03:00:52 GMT

Professor Avi Shlaim talks to Eamon. Professor Shlaim is an author and Oxford historian of modern Middle East history. He is Emeritus Professor of International Relations at the University of Oxford and a Fellow of the British Academy. Of the many books he has written about the Middle East his most recent is Three Worlds: Memoir of an Arab-Jew, published earlier this year.

Recorded on Monday 16th October 2023.

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Ep 1835: Rugby World Cup - Ireland a class act in victory and defeat

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 14:57:08 GMT

Matt Williams joins Eamon to talk about the weekend Rugby World Cup quarter finals between Ireland and New Zealand and France and South Africa. Matt Williams is a former rugby coach, a columnist for the Irish Times and contributes to Virgin Media's coverage of the Rugby World Cup.

Recorded on Monday 16th October 2023.

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Ep 1834: RTÉ / PAC Hearing - disdainful RTÉ executives shames themselves before the people’s representatives

Sun, 15 Oct 2023 07:03:00 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon about RTÉ executives' return to the Public Accounts Committee last Thursday. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for Independent.ie, The Irish Independent and The Sunday Independent.

Recorded on 13th October 2023.

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Ep 1833: Rugby World Cup - Ireland to beat New Zealand in the match of a lifetime

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 13:31:26 GMT

Matt Williams joins Eamon to preview the quarter finals of the Rugby World Cup. Matt is a former rugby coach, he writes a column for the Irish Times and is currently appearing on Virgin Media's coverage of the Rugby World Cup 2023.

Recorded on Friday 13th October 2023.

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Ep 1832: America’s unequivocal support for Israel likely to be at the expense of Ukraine

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 05:49:09 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington on Joe Biden's commitment of support for Israel following the attack on Israel by Hamas, Donald Trump's criticism on Prime Minister Netanyahu and Steve Scalise's struggle to get full Republican support in the House.

Recorded on Thursday 12th October 2023.

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Ep 1831: Netanyahu’s war on Gaza a welcome distraction while Putin aims his rockets on Ukraine

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 03:00:00 GMT

Dmitry Elovsky joins Eamon from Vilnius in Lithuania to talk about the impact on the War in Ukraine of Israel / Hamas war. Also, the cool reception for Zelensky in Washington last week and the fracturing of European support for Ukraine bode badly for Ukraine. Dmitry is a Russian journalist and Chief Editor for Khordorkovsky.Live. Before the war he was Deputy Editor-in-Chief for the independent TV Rain in Moscow.

Recorded on Tuesday 10th October 2023.

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Ep 1830: Rugby World Cup - Farrell/Sexton bond a key factor in Ireland’s success

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 03:00:27 GMT

Matt Williams joins Eamon to review Ireland's victory against Scotland in the last of the pool games in the Rugby World Cup. Matt Williams is a former rugby coach, a columnist for The Irish Times and contributes to Virgin Media's coverage of the Rugby World Cup 2023.

Recorded on Tuesday 10th October 2023.

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Ep 1829: Premier League - Man City a long way short of last season’s form

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 03:00:23 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League.

Recorded on Monday 9th October 2023.

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Ep 1828: Escalation of conflict in the Middle East poses grave dangers for the world

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 12:41:06 GMT

Author and journalist Peter Oborne talks to Eamon about the attack by Hamas on Israel launched from the Gaza Strip on Saturday 7th October. Peter Oborne is author of a number of books including The Fate of Abraham: Why the West is Wrong about Islam. He writes a political column for Middle East Eye.

Recorded on Monday 9th October 2023.

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Ep 1827: Sam Bankman-Fried, the man who had and lost it all

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 03:00:33 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about Sam Bankman-Fried, who is currently on trial in New York over the collapse of FTX, the crypto currency exchange he founded in 2019.

Recorded on Friday 6th October 2023.

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Ep 1826: Far right bring down the House Speaker McCarthy and push the US closer to the edge

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 03:00:03 GMT

Niall Stanage talk to Eamon about the ousting of Speaker Kevin McCarthy, his possible successors and Donald Trump's civil case in New York. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 5th October 2023.

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Ep 1825: Rugby World Cup - taking nothing for granted Ireland should beat Scotland on Saturday night

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 12:30:49 GMT

Matt Williams joins Eamon to preview Ireland's match against Scotland in Paris on next Saturday night. Matt Williams is a former rugby coach, a columnist for The Irish Times and a panellist with Virgin Media on their coverage of the Rugby World Cup in France.

Recorded on Thursday 5th October 2023.

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Ep 1824: Sweden takes a right wing turn driven by immigration

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 03:00:35 GMT

Sweden-based journalist Philip O'Connor joins Eamon to talk about Sweden's move away from being a social democracy and what's behind the recent surge in gang violence.

Recorded on Tuesday 3rd October 2023.

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Ep 1823: As Europe expands so do its divisions

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 03:00:38 GMT

Suzanne Lynch talks to Eamon about EU ambitions to expand and, as former Prime Minister Fico wins the Slovak election and Poland heads into an election, the new alliances among eastern European countries. Suzanne Lynch is based in Brussels where she is Chief Brussels Correspondent for Politico and host of EU Confidential.

Recorded on Tuesday 3rd October 2023.

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Ep 1821: The Manchester United mess down to the owners, the Glazers

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 14:18:04 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review some of the weekend's Premier League matches. They also talk about VAR and ask is it time to get rid of if?

Recorded on Monday 2nd October 2023.

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Ep 1820: Another bad week as Tory Britain disintegrates in shame

Sun, 01 Oct 2023 03:00:08 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about a week in Britain.

Recorded on 29th Septeember 2023.

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Ep 1819: “Something Dangerous is Happening in America” - Joe Biden on the threat to US democracy

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 05:58:07 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist for that publication.

Recorded on 28th September 2023.

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Ep 1818: Ryder Cup 2023 - Eamon Lynch on the unmatched theatre of the Ryder Cup

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 03:00:16 GMT

Eamon Lynch joins Eamon as Europe meets the USA in Rome for the 2023 Ryder Cup. Eamon Lynch is co-host of Golf Today on the Golf Channel and a columnist with Golfweek, USA Today.

Recorded on Wednesday 27th September 2023.

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Ep 1817: Rugby World Cup - Inspired and resilient Ireland lay down a marker for their rivals

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 03:00:36 GMT

Matt Williams joins Eamon to review some of the recent games in the Rugby World Cup in France including the South Africa v Ireland and Wales v Australia matches. Matt Williams is a former rugby coach. He writes a column for the Irish Times and is on Virgin Media's rugby television coverage.

Recorded on Tuesday 26th September 2023.

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Ep 1816: Premier League - Hard to see any serious challenger to Man City

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 03:00:38 GMT

Liam Brady joins Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League fixtures.

Recorded on Monday 25th September 2023.

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Ep 1815: Buoyed by the prospect of Government Keir Starmer broaches the Brexit question

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 03:00:40 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns talks to Eamon about Keir Starmer making his move on Europe, Rishi Sunak's pivot on green policies, and bad news in Britain's services sector points towards the possibility of Britain slipping into recession. Also can the Liberal Democrats become a serious force after the next election?

Recorded on Friday 22nd September 2023.

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Ep 1814: Zelensky receives lukewarm reception in divided Washington

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 06:36:22 GMT

Niall Stanage reports on President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor and White House Columnist for The HIll.

Recorded on Thursday 21st September 2023.

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Ep 1813: Rugby World Cup - South Africa v Ireland a fascinating battle between brain and brawn

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 20:23:37 GMT

Matt Williams joins Eamon to preview Ireland's match against South Africa in the Stade de France in Paris on Saturday. Matt Williams is an Australian rugby coach. He writes for the Irish Times and appears on Virgin Media's Rugby World Cup panel.

Recorded on Thursday 21st September 2023.

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Ep 1812: The ominous rise and fall of Bernard Looney

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 03:00:08 GMT

Journalist Aaron Rogan talks to Eamon about BP's CEO Bernard Looney who recently resigned and how his career unravelled. Aaron Rogan is a journalist and Deputy Editor at The Sunday Business Post and was Investigative Journalist of the Year in 2022.

Recorded on Monday18th September 2023.

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Ep 1811: Sexton the key to Ireland’s immaculate start to the Rugby World Cup

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 03:00:29 GMT

Writer, broadcaster and former rugby coach Matt Williams joins Eamon to look back at the weekend's Rugby World Cup fixtures including Australia's defeat by Fiji and Ireland's victory in their match against Tonga.

Recorded on Monday 18th September 2023.

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Ep 1810: The sane and the sad: Brighton teach Man Utd a lesson

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 16:14:31 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League fixtures including Man U v Brighton, Wolves v Liverpool and Tottenham v Sheffield.

Recorded on Monday 18th September 2023.

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Ep. I809: Biden being punished for reminding us of America at its best

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 03:00:14 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the impact on America of Joe Biden's CHIPS and Science Act and Inflation Reduction Act.

Recorded on Wednesday 13th September 2023.

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Ep 1808: Can Government and the people save RTÉ from itself?

Sun, 17 Sep 2023 03:00:01 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon about RTÉ Executives' latest visit to meet the Oireachtas Media Committee. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for The Irish Independent, The Sunday Independent and independent.ie.

Recorded on Friday 14th September 2023.

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Ep 1807: US Presidential Election - Sky darkens over America

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 03:00:02 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about Biden's achievements in office, and the electorates' doubts about his capacity to stand in the 2024 Presidential Election as he performs poorly in polls. Also right wing House Republicans' moves to impeach the President, and Senator Mitt Romney's decision to not seek a second term. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor and White House columnist at The Hill.

Recorded on Thursday 14th September 2023.

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Ep 1806: Russia / Ukraine - A long war that Putin cannot afford to lose

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 07:33:28 GMT

Lithuania-based Russian journalist Dmitry Elovsky talks to Eamon about the missile strikes on a Russian naval base in Sevastopol in Crimea. Also the implications of North Korean leader Kim Jung-Un's visit to meet Putin. Dmitry is Chief Editor for Khordorkovsky.Live and former Deputy Editor-in-Chief for TV Rain in Moscow.

Recorded on Wednesday 13th September 2023.

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Ep 1805: European Qualifiers - Stephen Kenny should get contract extension, says John Giles

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 03:00:20 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to talk about the international football team, Stephen Kenny and the France v Ireland match in Paris and Ireland v Netherlands in Dublin.

Recorded on Monday 11th September 2023.

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Ep 1804: Rugby World Cup - Impressive French defeat of All Blacks puts pressure on Ireland and South Africa

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 12:59:04 GMT

Former rugby coach, broadcaster and writer Matt Williams joins Eamon to review some of the weekend's fixtures including France v New Zealand, South Africa v Scotland and Ireland v Romania. Matt is currently appearing on Virginmedia and he has had regular column in the Irish Times.

Recorded on Monday 11th September 2023.

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Ep 1803: China’s ailing economy a problem for Xi Jinping and the world

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 03:00:44 GMT

Economist, commentator, and podcaster Chris Johns talks to Eamon about trouble in the Chinese economy.

Recorded on Friday 8th September 2023.

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Ep 1802: Nikki Haley the only GOP candidate who can win head-to-head against Biden, according to new poll

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 03:00:03 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon as the former Proud Boys leader, Enrique Tarrio, is sentenced to 22 years for seditious conspiracy. Also the trials of Donald Trump as he faces the consequences of his bellicose rhetoric, and a new CNN poll reveals Nikki Haley as the only candidate who could beat Joe Biden is 2024. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor and White House Columnist for The Hill.

Recorded on Thursday 7th September 2023.

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Ep 1801: Putin’s inner circle tightens as Ukraine makes significant battlefield progress

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 03:00:57 GMT

Senator Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about Putin's purges within the Kremlin and the military, and the military tactics on the battlefield enabling Ukraine to make breakthroughs.

Recorded on Tuesday 5th September 2023.

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Ep 1800: Matt Williams previews the Rugby World Cup

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 03:00:22 GMT

Matt Williams talks to Eamon about the Rugby World Cup. Matt is an Australian born rugby coach, broadcaster and columnist with The Irish Times. He has been Director of Rugby and Head Coach of the New South Wales Waratah’s in Super Rugby, as well as with the Irish provincial teams, Leinster and Ulster in the Heineken Cup. He was Director Sportif at Racing Club Narbonne Mèditerranèe, in the French Pro “D” 2. He was also the Defensive coach of Ireland in 2001 and Head Coach of the Scottish National Team and Ireland “A”.He will be joining Eamon throughout the Rugby World Cup.

Recorded on Tuesday 5th September 2023.

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Ep 1799: Man U -The Glazers have no interest in football they only care about money

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 03:00:16 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League. They also discuss the impact of VAR, the Saudi's bid to sign Mo Salah and why John believes Liverpool should accept the right offer.

Recorded on Monday 4th September 2023.

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Ep 1798: Tory shambles casts the North into the wilderness

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 03:00:46 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris John talks to Eamon/

Recorded on Friday 1st September 2023.

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Ep 1797: The Trump Cult: Reality tv star threatening Western democracy

Sun, 03 Sep 2023 03:00:04 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor and White House Columnist for The HIll.

Recorded on Friday 1st September 2023.

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Ep 1796: Winners and losers of the Electoral Commission boundary changes

Sat, 02 Sep 2023 03:00:38 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan joins Eamon to talk about the impact of the report on constituency boundaries released this week by the Electoral Commission. Fionnán also talks about the RTE affair and the mood around Dáil Eireann about RTE's future financing. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for The Irish Independent, The Sunday Independent and Independent.ie.

Recorded on Friday1st September 2023.

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Ep 1795: EU chief Charles Michel says EU enlargement project must be complete by 2030

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 03:00:11 GMT

Suzanne Lynch talks to Eamon about President of the European Council Charles Michel's speech outlining the need for enlargement of the EU by 2030. Suzanne and Eamon discuss the challenges of such a move. Suzanne Lynch is Chief Brussels Correspondent for Politico and was formerly a correspondent in Washington.

Recorded on Tuesday 29th August 2023.

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Ep 1794: Premier League Review - Pochettino can sort out the Chelsea mess and make them challengers again

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 03:00:06 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League matches.

Recorded on 28th August 2023.

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Ep 1793: Luis Rubiales and the 'kiss' - the sex scandal consuming Spain

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 13:26:37 GMT

Barcelona-based journalist Richard Fitzpatrick talks to Eamon about the unwanted kiss that has exposed a culture of bullying and sexual aggression and worse in Spanish football..

Recorded on Monday 28th August 2023.

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Ep 1792: Ireland’s economy thrives while Britain languishes in Brexit misery

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 03:00:31 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the Jackson Hole Symposium in Wyoming, an annual international economic summit. Also as Brexit continues to hinder development of the British economy Ireland's economy continues to strengthen.

Recorded on Friday 25th August 2023.

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Ep 1791: Putin’s assassination of Prigozhin sends a message to others inclined to dissent

Sun, 27 Aug 2023 03:00:59 GMT

Lithuania-based Russian journalist Dmitry Elovsky talks to Eamon in the aftermath of the death of Yevgeny Prigozhin and other senior members of the Wagner Group. Dmitry Elovsky is Chief Editor for the YouTube channel Khordorkovsky.Live. Before the war in Ukraine began Dmitry was Deputy Editor-in-Chief for TV Rain in Moscow.

Recorded on Friday 25th August 2023.

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Ep 1790: Donald Trump tightens his grip on the Republican Party despite facing ninety-one charges

Sat, 26 Aug 2023 05:38:57 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon from Washington at the end of a week that saw Donald Trump charged at Fulton County Jail in the Georgia election case, Niall and Eamon also talk about the first Republican Presidential debate that took place in Milwaukee. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor and White House Columnist for The Hill.

Recorded on Friday 25th August 2023.

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Ep 1789: War in Ukraine - Ukraine moral remains high despite doubts about EU’s commitment to their cause

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 03:00:30 GMT

Journalist and author Lara Marlowe talks to Eamon from Kyiv about her impressions of how the war is effecting the country, and the anger at Russia within the Ukraine military that spurs them on. Also former French president Sarkozy's unhelpful intervention that has angered Ukrainians, questions about the EU's unity in its support for Ukraine, and could this be a 'forever' war?

Recorded on Monday 21st August 2023.

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Ep 1788: With the Foreign Minister disappeared and the economy in trouble Xi’s China could be more dangerous than ever

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 03:00:13 GMT

Journalist and author Ian Williams joins Eamon to talk about Xi Jinping, the purging of Foreign Minister Qin Gang and others, and the challenges Xi faces with a troubled economy and high rates of unemployment among college educated Chinese youth. Also Xi Jinping carefully watches the US role in Ukraine as he considers his ambitions for Taiwan. Meanwhile his Rocket Force builds China's nuclear arsenal at speed.

Recorded on Tuesday 22nd August 2023.

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Ep 1787: As Manchester City set the standard their city rivals Manchester Utd start the season very badly

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 12:58:00 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's matches in the Premier League.

Recorded on Tuesday 22nd August 2023.

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Ep 1786: Ukraine prepares for a long war

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 03:00:12 GMT

Journalist and film maker Johnny O'Reilly talks to Eamon from Kyiv about developments in the war in Ukraine, the painstaking efforts for Ukraine to win ground and how Ukrainian people are standing firm in their stance against Russia. Also the jeopardy to Ukraine's interests of a Donald Trump victory in the 2024 Presidential election.

Recorded on Friday 18th August 2024.

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Ep 1785: Lack of competition enables Irish banks to take liberties with their customers

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 03:00:46 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the impact of increases in ECB interest rates on the Irish banking system.

Recorded on Wednesday 16th August 2023.

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Ep 1784: Tubridy a symptom not the cause of RTE’s governance woes

Sat, 19 Aug 2023 03:00:32 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon following RTE's decision to close down talks with Ryan Tubridy. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for the Irish Independent, the Sunday Independent and Independent.ie.

Recorded on Friday 18th August 2023

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Ep 1783: Facing four criminal indictments, Donald Trump remains a warm favourite with Republicans

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 03:00:15 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about the criminal indictments against Donald Trump and the legal troubles of Joe Biden's son, Hunter Biden. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor and White House columnist for The Hill.

Recorded on Thursday 17th August 2023.

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Ep 1782: War in Ukraine - Putin prepared for long war and hopes to see Trump back in the White House

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 03:00:28 GMT

Russian journalist Dmitry Elovsky talks to Eamon from Lithuania about the house arrest in Russia of General "Armageddon" Surovikin, one of Putin's former leading generals, and, as Russia's central bank raises interest rates will Putin lose Russian hearts and minds as the power of his propaganda is diminished by the cost of living and the impact on Russian lives. Dmitry also raises concern about a recent NATO statement referencing how the war might end. Dmitry Elovsky is Chief Editor for the YouTube channel Khordorkovsky.Live. Before the war he was Deputy Editor-in-Chief for TV Rain in Moscow.

Recorded on Wednesday 16th August 2023.

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Ep 1781: Prigozhin appears alive and well after speculation that Putin had disappeared him

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 03:00:25 GMT

Russian journalist Dmitry Elovsky talks to Eamon about developments in the war in Ukraine, Putin's military leadership and Wagner Group founder and leader Yevgeny Prigozhin.

Recorded on Tuesday 18th July 2023.

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Ep 1780: Tories turning further right and going further down

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 03:00:27 GMT

Author and journalist John Kampfner talks to Eamon about the three by-elections in Britain taking place on 20th July and what they say about British politics and the Tory Party. Also Labour Party leader Keir Starmer and the challenges facing him and his party as they prepare for the next General Election.

Recorded on Tuesday 18th July 2023.

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Ep 1779: Third party candidates could hurt Biden and hand the White House to Trump

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 03:00:14 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. steps up to challenge Joe Biden's run for a second term as US President. Also despite his legal woes, Donald Trump continues to hold a large margin to win the Republican nomination, and author and academic Cornell West's name comes to the fore as a Green Party candidate further undermining Joe Biden's chances. And Eamon asks Niall to explain the appeal Donald Trump has for the Evangelicals. Niall is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Monday 17th July 2023.

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Ep 1778: Prudence and the lessons of recent history will dictate the government’s approach to the October budget

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 03:00:25 GMT

Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform Paschal Donohoe talks to Eamon about the crisis in RTÉ, Minister Stephen Donnelly's HSE budget issues, and how the post-2008 banking collapse was a formative influence on his approach to managing the economy. Paschal Donohoe also talks about his stance on Ireland's neutrality and the need for Ireland and Europe to unite against security threats.

Recorded on Monday 17th July 2023.

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Ep 1777: Irish Economy doing so much better than British but tough choices still face Minister for Finance

Sun, 16 Jul 2023 03:00:43 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the Irish and British economies. Also the media treatment of the tragic story of BBC broadcaster Huw Edwards.

Recorded on Friday 14th July 2023.

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Ep 1776: As RTÉ / Tubridy scandal deepens a solution is difficult to see

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 14:26:08 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon following Thursday's appearance at the Oireachtas Public Accounts Committee session on certain payments by RTÉ to Ryan Tubridy. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for Independent.ie, Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Friday 14th July 2023.

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Ep 1775: RTÉ Scandal - Tubridy / Kelly account fails to convince

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 15:32:20 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon about Ryan Tubridy and Noel Kelly's appearance at the Oireachtas Public Accounts Committee and Media Committee hearings. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for Independent.ie, the Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Wednesday 12th July 2023.

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Ep 1774: Putin and “traitor” Prigozhin make peace as observers speculate on Putin’s grip on power

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 03:00:15 GMT

Kyiv-based journalist Johnny O'Reilly talks to Eamon about rapprochement between Vladimir Putin and Wagner founder and leader Yevgeny Prigozhin following Prigozhin's aborted march on Moscow. Joe Biden agrees to send cluster bombs for use in the war in Ukraine as Ukraine's munitions stocks deplete, and NATO considers Ukraine's request for membership. Also Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of Turkey, releases Ukrainian commanders breaking a commitment to Putin and seeks advantage before agreeing to sign off Sweden's membership of NATO.

Recorded on Monday 10th July 2023.

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Ep 1773: Can frail, gaff prone Biden fight off the ugly Republican challenge for the White House?

Sun, 09 Jul 2023 03:00:50 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon as campaigning for the US 2024 Presidential election is well underway. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor for the Hill and White House Columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 6th July 2023.

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Ep 1772: Prigozhin’s return to Russia bodes ill for Putin

Sat, 08 Jul 2023 03:00:11 GMT

Dmitry Elovsky talks to Eamon about following leader and founder of the Wagner Group, Yevgeny Prigozhin's reported return to Russia from Belarus. Dmitry is a Russian journalist based in Lithuania where he works as Chief Editor for the You Tube channel Khordorkovsky.Live.

Recorded on Friday 7th July 2023.

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Ep 1771: RTÉ Scandal - Kelly and Tubridy request for private hearing must be denied, they are answerable to the people

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 15:33:28 GMT

Arthur Beesley joins Eamon to talk about the request by Ryan Tubridy and Noel Kelly for a private meeting with the Oireachtas Committee. They also talk about the meeting and evidence of RTÉ Executive Board members and Board members along with former CFO, Breda O'Keeffe, and former chairperson, Moya Doherty, at the Oireachtas Media committee on Wednesday. Arthur Beesley is Current Affairs Editor with the Irish Times.

Recorded on Thursday 6th July 2023.

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Ep 1770: England’s water chaos underlines the importance of Ireland’s victory in the Irish Water protests

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 03:00:48 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the collapse of Thames Water, Margaret Thatcher's privatisation policies in the 1970s and 80s and the protests in Ireland in 2013 and 2014 that stopped water charges and the possible path to privatisation of the water supply.

Recorded on Tuesday 4th July 2023.

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Ep 1769: Has the US got a credible candidate for President in 2024?

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 05:00:57 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about the Supreme Court's rulings against Affirmative Action in schools and colleges, and Joe Biden’s student loan relief program. In recent days SCOTUS also ruled in favour of the Colorado web designer who opposes same-sex marriage. Also in this episode, will President Biden's gaffs and the case against his son Hunter Biden undo his record in office in the Presidential campaign for 2024? And will Donald Trump's continuing legal woes have an impact on his ambitions for a return to office? Niall Stanage is Associate Editor and White House Columnist for The Hill.

Recorded on Friday 30th June 2023 and Monday 3rd July 2023.

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Ep 1768: Nahel Merzouk - Anger and despair spark ugly protests in France

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 13:15:08 GMT

Paris-based journalist and author, Lara Marlowe, talks to Eamon about the shooting dead of Nahel Merzouk by a police officer in a Paris suburb, the ensuing riots and protests across the country and what they represent.

Recorded on Monday 3rd July 2023.

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Ep 1767: RTÉ Scandal - crisis deepens as revelations take a dark turn

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 13:59:47 GMT

Arthur Beesley joins Eamon to talk about the deepening crisis in RTÉ over payments to Ryan Tubridy following senior Executive Board members and RTÉ Board members appearing in front of the Oireachtas Media and PAC committees. Arthur Beesley is Current Affairs Editor with the Irish Times.

Recorded on Friday 30th June 2023.

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Ep 1766: The case for positive Neutrality

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 05:00:29 GMT

Senator Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about The Consultative Forum on International Security Policy, his views on Ireland's neutrality, Yevgeny Prigozhin's Wagner Group's march on Moscow and Putin's response. Tom Clonan is security analyst, author and retired Irish Army Captain. He was elected to Seanad Eireann in March 2022.

Recorded on Tuesday 27th March 2023.

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Ep 1765: RTE Scandal - Ministers Martin and An Taoiseach running low on credibility with the public and RTE staff

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 14:15:47 GMT

Arthur Beesley talked to Eamon following the release of RTE's statement from the Interim Deputy Director-General, Adrian Lynch, on the reporting of payments to Ryan Tubridy. Arthur Beesley is Current Affairs Editor with the Irish Times.

Recorded on 10.30am Wednesday 28th June 2023.

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Ep 1764: Prigozhin Mutiny - the beginning of the end for Putin

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 05:00:30 GMT

Russian journalist Dmitry Elovsky talks to Eamon from Lithuania about the developments over the weekend when Yevgeny Prigozhin led his Wagner mercenaries towards Moscow in an apparent coup and then stands down his men before getting there. Dmitry Elovsky is Chief Editor for the You Tube channel Khordorkovsky.Live. Before the war he was Deputy Editor-in-Chief for TV Rain in Moscow. He moved to Lithuania when the war began and independent media outlets, including TV Rain, were closed down.

Recorded on Monday 26th June 2023.

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Ep 1763: RTE scandal - who negotiated the deal that has shamed RTE?

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 16:33:21 GMT

Journalist and author Mick Clifford talks to Eamon about the scandal surrounding certain payments made by RTE. Mick Clifford is Special Correspondent for the Irish Examiner and author of a number of books including "A Force for Justice: The Maurice McCabe Story", referred to in this conversation.

Recorded on Monday 26th June 2023.

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Ep 1762: US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken visits Beijing as US and China seek rapprochement

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 03:00:09 GMT

Journalist and author Ian Williams joins Eamon to talk about US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken's visit to China where he met Xi Jinping. Ian Williams' most recent book is Fire of the Dragon: China's New Cold War.

Recored on Tuesday 20th June 2023.

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Ep 1761: German sentiment turns towards far right AfD, not yet a worry but a sign of things to come?

Sun, 25 Jun 2023 03:00:26 GMT

Author, journalist and broadcaster John Kampfner talks to Eamon about the rise of the AfD in post-pandemic Germany as right wing parties take hold across Europe. John also outlines some factious relationships among European countries and how neutrality sits as Europe faces complex challenges.

Recorded on Friday 23rd June 2023.

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Ep 1760: Grubby little stroke that may herald the end of RTÉ’s era

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 14:51:09 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon about the Ryan Tubridy salary scandal in RTE. Fionnan Sheahan is Ireland Editor at independent.ie, the Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Friday 23rd June 2023.

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Ep 1759: British economy sinking as Tory government continues to flounder

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 03:00:56 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns talks to Eamon following further interest rates increases in the UK by the Bank of England..

Recorded on Thursday 22nd June 2023.

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Ep 1758: Michael D. Higgins comments on neutrality - pub talk or statesmanship?

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 03:00:36 GMT

Prof. Diarmaid Ferriter and Eamon talk about the President Michael D. Higgins' intervention on neutrality. Diarmaid Ferriter is Professor of Modern Irish History in UCD, an author and has a weekly column in the Irish Times.

Recorded on Wednesday 21st June 2023.

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Ep 1757: Euro 2024 Qualifiers - Stephen should stick to his guns

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 13:33:14 GMT

Liam Brady joins Eamon to talk about the Ireland performance following the two Euro 24 qualifiers against Greece and and Gibraltar.

Recorded on Wednesday 21st June 2023.

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Ep 1756: Stephen Kenny, Liam Brady, Gordon McQueen

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 13:22:00 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the UEFA Euro 2024 Ireland qualifiers against Greece and Gibraltar, to pay tribute to the late, great Leeds player Gordon McQueen, and, as Liam Brady steps down from the RTÉ soccer panel, John and Eamon talk about their time working with him there over many years.

Recorded on Tuesday 20th June 2023.

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Repost: Christy Dignam - Farewell to a rare, inspiring Dublin man

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 03:00:42 GMT

In April 2018 Eamon sat down with Christy Dignam to talk about his life in music. This repost has a new introduction from Eamon paying tribute to a great musician and a great Irish person.

This episode was originally released on 4th April 2018.

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Ep 1755: Boris Johnson - Brexit made him, he destroyed himself, his party and his country

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 03:00:10 GMT

Journalist and author Peter Oborne joins Eamon to talk about his former friend and colleague Boris Johnson and the lies he tells. Peter Oborne's website https://boris-johnson-lies.com/ is referred to in this podcast as is The Assault on Truth: Boris Johnson, Donald Trump and the Emergence of a New Moral Barbarism.

Recorded on Friday 16th June 2023.

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Ep 1754: Facing multiple criminal charges many believe that Donald Trump is heading for the White House or the jail house

Sat, 17 Jun 2023 03:00:52 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon from Washington. Niall is Associate Editor and White House columnist for The Hill.

Recorded Friday 16th June 2023.

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Ep 1753: A flawed hero, the story of ‘Pep’

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 03:00:24 GMT

Barcelona-based journalist Richard Fitzpatrick talks to Eamon about the career of 'Pep' Guardiola.

Recorded on Tuesday 13th June 2023.

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Ep 1752: The end of Boris .. or the beginning of the end for the party that adored him

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 03:00:40 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the Privileges Committee investigation into Boris Johnson, and Johnson's resignation as an MP.

Recorded on Tuesday 13th June 2023.

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Ep 1751: War in Ukraine - Ukraine makes small but significant victories as summer offensive begins

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 03:00:38 GMT

Journalist and film maker Johnny O'Reilly joins Eamon from Kherson to talk about the explosion at the Nova Kakhovka dam that has resulted in the inundation of the region with devastating consequences for life, property, livelihoods and the environment. Johnny also outlines developments at the front as Ukraine's offensive begins.

Recorded on Monday 12th June 2023.

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Ep 1750: Champions League Final - Large cloud over over Man City’s Treble victory

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 13:28:27 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the Manchester City v Inter Milan Champions League Final that took place on Saturday last in Istanbul, and other issues concerning Man City, the Premier League and European football.

Recorded on Monday 12th June 2023.

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Ep 1749: Fiscal Advisory Council takes direct aim at Taoiseach Leo Varadkar

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 03:00:57 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about Ireland's rocketing corporate tax revenue and the political debate about how it should be used. Also PM Rishi Sunak's trip to Washington to meet Joe Biden and his return with no sign of a trade detail between the UK and the US.

Recorded on Friday 9th June 2023.

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Ep 1748: Donald Trump becomes first former US President to face criminal charges

Sat, 10 Jun 2023 03:00:01 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon from Washington to discuss the case against Donald Trump as Special Counsel Jack Smith issues indictment. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor at The Hill and White House Columnist for that publication.

Recorded Friday 9th June 2023.

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Ep 1747: China declares war on stand up comedians

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 03:00:20 GMT

Author and journalist Ian Williams joins Eamon to talk about the reemerging conflict between Serbia and Kosovo, the persecution by Chinese authorities of a stand up comedian, and Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin's trip to Singapore to attend the Strategic Studies’ 20th Asia Security Summit where he spoke about growing tensions with China.

Recorded on Tuesday 6th June 2023.

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Ep 1746: PGA Saudi deal - the saddest day in pro golf

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 03:00:46 GMT

Journalist Eamon Lynch joins Eamon as the PGA Tour agrees to merge with Saudi-backed rival LIV Golf and commerce wins over morality in elite golf. Eamon Lynch is co-host of Golf Today on Golf Channel. Golfweek and a USA Today columnist.

Recorded on Wednesday 7th June 2023.

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Ep 1745: Putin’s War - Ukraine has four months to achieve victory on the battlefield

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 03:00:58 GMT

Senator Tom Clonan joins Eamon to talk about about the blowing up of the Nova Kakhovka dam flooding the Kherson region and the Dnipro Delta, and the 50,000 NATO trained and equipped Ukrainian troops take on a new the new offensive to drive Putin's army out of Ukraine. Senator Tom Clonan is an author, a military analyst and a retired Irish ArmyCaptain.

Recorded on Tuesday 6th June 2023.

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Ep 1744: Joe Biden has united NATO and Europe, a Trump presidency could be fatally different

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 03:00:22 GMT

Author, journalist and broadcaster John Kampfner joins Eamon to reflect on the impact a Republican White House post the 2024 Presidential election could have on global stability.

Recorded on Monday 5th June 2023.

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Ep 1743: FA Cup Final review and a good season for Man Utd but Ten Hag needs support to take them further

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 12:56:42 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the FA Cup Final between Manchester City and Manchester United and the arguments for and against VAR.

Recorded on Monday 5th June 2023

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Ep 1742: Is the future for the US Republican as fears grow for Biden’s health and no obvious Democrat successor emerges?

Sun, 04 Jun 2023 03:00:48 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon from Washington as Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy strikes a deal on the Debt Ceiling, Joe Biden stumbles, the Republican field grows as new contenders seek nomination to run for the 2024 Presidential Election and Trump's legal issues deepen. Niall is Associate Editor and White House Columnist for The Hill.

Recorded on Friday 2nd June 2023.

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Ep 1741: The Civil War that shaped our nation

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 03:00:06 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter talks to Eamon about the ending and aftermath of the Civil War. Diarmaid is an author, columnist with the Irish Times and Professor of Modern Irish History in UCD.

Recorded on Tuesday 30th May 2023.

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Ep 1740: Summer Offensive - Morale high as Ukraine faces moment of truth

Wed, 31 May 2023 03:00:23 GMT

A swarm of drones hits Moscow, Kyiv endures its seventeenth consecutive nights (and a day) of Russian missile and drone attacks, and, newly armed, Ukraine readies itself for the new offensive. Johnny O'Reilly talks to Eamon. Johnny is a journalist and film maker living and working in Ukraine.

Recorded Tuesday 30th May 2023.

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Ep 1739: Opening shot in budget war - Varadker puts pressure on Finance Minister Michael McGrath

Mon, 29 May 2023 17:19:17 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon about Fine Gael's bid for middle-income voters. Fionnán is Ireland Editor for Independent.ie, the Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent.

Recorded on Monday 29th May 2023.

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Ep 1738: Premier League - Team of the Year, Player of the Year and Coach of the Year

Mon, 29 May 2023 13:37:30 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the last weekend of the Premier League and pick their best performers of the season.

Recorded on Monday 29th May 2023.

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Ep 1737: US Presidential Election - Ron DeSantis stumbles into race to pose a real threat to Donald Trump and Joe Biden

Sun, 28 May 2023 03:00:20 GMT

Niall Stanage joins from Washington to talk to Eamon about the 2024 presidential campaign, Joe Biden's struggles in the polls, the sentencing of Stewart Rhodes, the leader of the Oath Keepers, and the Debt Ceiling looming crisis. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor at The Hill and White House Columnist for that publication.

Recorded Friday 26th May 2023.

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Ep 1736: Vinicius Junior, age 22, the latest victim of Spanish racism

Sat, 27 May 2023 03:00:14 GMT

Barcelana-based journalist Richard Fitzpatrick talks to Eamon about racism in Spanish football's La Liga and the failure of authorities to address it.

Recorded on Friday 26h May 2023.

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Ep 1735 - Tories still believe in Boris, the spiv that won’t go away

Fri, 26 May 2023 03:00:10 GMT

Boris Johnson reappears in the headlines as his Honours List challenges Rishi Sunak's strength as PM, the investigation by the Privileges Committee continues, and now more to contemplate as further Covid breaches by Johnson are revealed. Also Tory friends may see him as a future leader. Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

Recorded on Thursday 25th May 2023.

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Ep 1734: Can Ukraine and the West survive a Republican return to the White House next year?

Thu, 25 May 2023 03:00:15 GMT

Author, journalist and broadcaster John Kampfner talks to Eamon.

Recorded Tuesday 23rd May 2023.

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Ep 1733: Despite defeat women’s boxing pioneer Katie Taylor has nothing left to prove

Wed, 24 May 2023 03:00:01 GMT

Chief Sportswriter at the Irish Daily Star Kieran Cunningham joins Eamon to talk about Katie Taylor's homecoming match against Chantelle Cameron last Saturday and Katie's extraordinary place in sporting history.

Recorded on Monday 22nd May 2023.

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Ep 1732: Stalemate in the North suggests it may be time to review the Good Friday Agreement

Tue, 23 May 2023 05:02:34 GMT

Author, journalist and political activist Eamonn McCann joins Eamon to talk about the Northern Ireland Local Election results and the challenges in getting the NI Assembly up and running again.

Recorded on Monday 22nd May 2023.

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Ep 1731: Man City - outstanding but not the greatest ever

Mon, 22 May 2023 13:57:29 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to talk about the final stages of the 2022/2023 Premier League season. They pay tribute to 'Pep' Guardiola's achievements at Manchester City and some great performances across the season.

Recorded on Monday 22nd May 2023.

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Ep 1730: Alt-right launch a bid to takeover Britain’s Tory Party…led by Boris Johnson?

Sun, 21 May 2023 03:00:23 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the recent National Conservatism conference in London and the Tories who attended this event run by a rightwing US think tank. Also, former Prime Minister Liz Truss's provocative trip to Taiwan.

Recorded on Friday 19th May 2023.

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Ep 1729: Corrupt and broke Real Madrid and Barca unable to compete with Abu Dhabi-backed Man City

Sat, 20 May 2023 03:00:31 GMT

Barcelona-based journalist Richard Fitzpatrick joins Eamon to talk about Real Madrid's defeat to Manchester City in the Champions League semi-final and the deep financial problems in both Barcelona and Real Madrid.

Recorded on Friday 19th May 2022.

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Ep 1728: Buoyed by Western support and weapons, Ukraine’s morale contrasts with Putin’s bickering inner circle

Thu, 18 May 2023 03:00:25 GMT

Journalist and film maker Johnny O'Reilly joins Eamon from his home in Kyiv to talk about the War in Ukraine on the morning after Russia's most ferocious attack yet against the city of Kyiv.

Recorded on Tuesday 16th May 2023.

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Ep 1727: Looming US Debt Ceiling crisis an opportunity for rogue Republicans

Wed, 17 May 2023 03:00:10 GMT

Economist Jim Power joins Eamon to talk about the global impact if the US Congress fails to suspend or raise the Debt Ceiling before 1st June. Also as Ireland's tax receipts reach record highs what should the government do with the money?

Recorded on Tuesday 16th May 2023.

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Ep 1726: In the absence of battlefield success fragile unity among Putin and his cronies may cause his downfall

Tue, 16 May 2023 03:00:58 GMT

Russian journalist Dmitry Elovsky talks to Eamon about Putin's War in Ukraine. Dmitry Elovsky is Chief Editor for the YouTube channel Khodorkovsky.live and since the war began has been based in Lithuania.

Recorded on Monday 15th May 2023.

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Ep 1725: Manchester City - In a League of their own

Mon, 15 May 2023 12:47:08 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League: triumph for Manchester City at the top as Arsenal lose to Brighton, the fight to qualify for Europe in the mid-table and the battles to stay up in the relegation zone. They also look ahead to the second leg of the semi-final fixture as Real Madrid come to play Manchester City in the Champions League.

Recorded on. Monday 15th May 2023.

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Ep 1724: Unrepentant Trump bounces back as Biden’s numbers fall

Sun, 14 May 2023 03:00:24 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about CNN's Donald Trump Town Hall in New Hampshire this week, just a day after the ex-president was found liable in a New York court for sexually abusing E. Jean Carroll. Also the deadline to increase the debt ceiling is only days away: what happens next? And Joe Biden's performance in the polls for the 2024 Presidential Election is diminishing. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Friday 12th May 2023.

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Ep 1723: Facing China’s growing strength and potential US isolationism Europe looks weak and divided

Sat, 13 May 2023 03:00:23 GMT

Author and journalist Ian Williams talks to Eamon. Ian Williams' most recent book, The Fire of the Dragon: China's New Cold War, is a finalist is this year's Orwell Prize for Political Writing.

Recorded on Friday 12th May 2023.

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Ep 1722: The contrast between King Charles III and the Tory Government - a monarchist’s view

Fri, 12 May 2023 03:00:49 GMT

Journalist and author Peter Oborne reflects on the monarchy's place in British life and why he supports it.

Recorded on Tuesday 9th May 2023.

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Ep 1721: Climate catastrophe closer than we think

Wed, 10 May 2023 03:00:29 GMT

Environmental journalist John Gibbons gives an overview of the challenges for the world as it faces into the devastating consequences of global warming. John Gibbons is a contributing journalist to the Irish Examiner and the Sunday Business Post.

Recorded Tuesday 9th May 2023.

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Ep 1720: Tory Britain - a country and party in decline

Tue, 09 May 2023 03:00:03 GMT

Author, journalist and broadcaster John Kampfner talks to Eamon about England's local elections as Tories endure steep losses. Also the place of the British monarchy in the modern world.

Recorded on Monday 8th May 2023.

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Ep 1719: Premier League - everything still to play for in the best league in the world

Mon, 08 May 2023 14:40:21 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League games as the season nears its end with still much to play for for the possible League winners, for those fighting to avoid relegation and for those in the running in the tight race to qualify for a place in next season's Champions League.

Recorded on Monday 8th May 2023.

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Ep 1718: Despite serious trouble with the law Donald Trump is back at the top of the Republican Party

Sun, 07 May 2023 03:00:14 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about the trial of four Proud Boys for the 6th January 2021 attack on the Capitol, Special Counsel Jack Smith's case against Donald Trump as Trump continues his campaign for 2024. They also discuss US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen's warning that the US may run out of cash by 1 June if Congress fails to raise or suspend the debt ceiling and Democrats' concerns about Joe Biden's decision to run in the 2024 Presidential election. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor on The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Friday 5th May 2023.

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Ep 1717: A Republican view of King Charles and Queen Camilla’s Coronation

Fri, 05 May 2023 15:05:50 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon on the eve of the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla and on the day after the local elections in England as votes are being counted.

Recorded on Friday 5th May 2023.

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Ep 1716: Putin’s War - Spring/Summer offensive, the moment of truth for Ukraine

Thu, 04 May 2023 03:00:26 GMT

Military Analyst Senator Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about the current status of the war in Ukraine.

Recorded on Wednesday 3rd May 2023.

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Ep 1715: Failed American banks could threaten the world’s financial stability

Wed, 03 May 2023 03:00:19 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the trouble in America's regional banks with the recent collapses of First Republic, Silicon Valley and Signature Banks. Also US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has warned that the US may run out of cash by 1st June if Congress fails to raise or suspend the debt ceiling. Chris outlines the background to the US debt ceiling and what failure to agree could look like should Congress not reach an agreement.

Recorded on 2nd May 2023.

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Ep 1714: Premier League - Leeds Utd decline looks terminal, Man City look sure to take the title

Tue, 02 May 2023 13:32:23 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League as the season draws to a close. Also John and Eamon look ahead to next week's Man City Champions League semi-final against Real Madrid at the Bernabéu as John fears 'Pep' may want Champions League victory too much.

Recorded on Tuesday 2nd May 2023.

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Ep 1713: The question of EU membership for Ukraine will test European unity

Tue, 02 May 2023 03:00:32 GMT

Suzanne Lynch joins Eamon to talk about President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and the challenges facing the European Union in the years to come. Suzanne Lynch is Chief Brussels Correspondent for Politico.

Recorded on Thursday 27th April 2023.

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Ep 1712: Joe Biden to run again for the White House but age a serious issue for voters

Sun, 30 Apr 2023 03:00:43 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon in the week that President Joe Biden announces he'll run for a second term in 2024, Donald Trump's legal woes continue, and Fox News' Tucker Carlson loses his job with the network. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor with The Hill and White House columnist with that publication.

Recorded on Friday 23rd April 2023.

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Ep 1711: Brexit slowly eroding Britain’s morale

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 03:00:44 GMT

Author, journalist and broadcaster John Kampfner talks to Eamon about the origins of Brexit and its impact on the society, politics and economy of the United Kingdom. And has British politics seen the end of Boris Johnson?

Recorded on Tuesday 25th April 2023.

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Ep 1710: Justice at last for the Stardust families?

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 03:00:03 GMT

Investigative journalist and author Frank Connolly talks to Eamon about the Stardust Inquest that began on Tuesday, 42 years after the fire at the Stardust nightclub that killed 48 people and injured 214 on Valentine's night in 1981. Frank's most recent book is United Nation. Previously he wrote Namaland and Tom Gilmartin.

Recorded on Wednesday 26th April 2023.

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Ep 1709: No end in sight to Putin’s War In Ukraine

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 03:00:41 GMT

Journalist and film maker Johnny O'Reilly talks to Eamon about the Spring offensive in the war in Ukraine and looks ahead to what the future of this war could be.

Recorded on Tuesday 25th April 2023.

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Ep 1708: Russia immune to Western sanctions with the help of their friends

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 03:00:48 GMT

Economist Constantin Gurdgiev talks to Eamon about the economic impact of Putin's war in Ukraine, the effect of the West's sanctions on the Russian economy, and what the long term effects may be. Constantin is an Economist and Associate Professor in Finance at Monfort College of Business in the University of Northern Colorado and Adjunct Assistant Professor at Trinity Business School in Trinity College Dublin.

Recorded on Thursday 20th April 2023.

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Ep 1707: Premier League - Man City look too strong for Arsenal

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 12:55:18 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's games and look ahead to Wednesday night's Man City v Arsenal game, a season decider that John thinks Man City will win while Liam is hoping they won't. In this episode Liam and Eamon also look back at Arsenal and Man City's Premier League performances so far this season.

Recorded Monday 24th April 2023.

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Ep 1706: Murdoch and Fox News pose a deadly threat to US democracy

Sun, 23 Apr 2023 03:00:01 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon from Washington to talk about Fox News' $787.5m settlement in the defamation lawsuit with Dominion Voting Systems over coverage of vote-rigging claims, Donald Trump's legal issues, the latest news on Joe Biden's decision to stand in 2024 general election, and challenges to abortion rights in the US. Niall is Associate Editor for The Hill and White House Columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Friday 21st April 2023.

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Ep 1705: Dominic Raab's resignation and the spectacular disintegration of the once great Tory party

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 15:03:08 GMT

Author, journalist and broadcaster, Peter Oborne, talks to Eamon following Dominic Raab's resignation as British Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Secretary. Peter Oborne is former chief political commentator of The Daily Telegraph, from which he resigned in early 2015. He is most recent books areThe Assault on Truth: Boris Johnson, Donald Trump and the Emergence of a New Moral Barbarism. and The Fate of Abraham: Why the West is Wrong About Islam. Peter writes a political column for Middle East Eye and a diary column for the Byline Times.

Recorded on Friday 21st April 2023.

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Ep 1704: It’s Robert Watt again!

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 15:30:32 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan joins Eamon to talk about Secretary General at the Department of Health Robert Watt's appearance at the Oireachtas Finance Committee on the release of Maura Quinn's report, "External Review into the proposed secondment of the former Chief Medical Officer". Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for the Irish Independent, the Sunday Independent and Independent.ie.

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Ep 1703: Gerry Hutch found not guilty - the judges led by Tara Burns save the Special Criminal Court

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 03:00:21 GMT

Mick Clifford and Sean Murray join Eamon to talk about the acquittal for the murder of David Byrne of Gerry "the Monk" Hutch at the Special Criminal Court and the background to the SCC. Sean Murray is a reporter for The Examiner and Mick Clifford is an author and Special Correspondent for The Examiner.

Recorded on Tuesday 18th April 2023.

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Ep 1702: Artificial Intelligence changing everything sooner than we thought

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 03:00:57 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns talks to Eamon about recent developments in artificial intelligence technology, chatbots and some of the potential threats and opportunities the technology presents.

Recorded on Monday 17th April 2023.

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Ep 1701: Premier League - Man City favourites to win as inexperience costs Arsenal

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 12:34:42 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the Premier League weekend games and assess the standing of teams as the season nears its conclusion. They also look ahead to tonight's Leeds v Liverpool fixture.

Recorded on Monday 17th April 2023.

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Ep 1700: Joe Biden’s dismissal of Rishi Sunak reflects the death of US British special Relationship

Sun, 16 Apr 2023 03:00:11 GMT

Author, journalist and broadcaster John Kampfner joins Eamon to talk about Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's meeting with Joe Biden in Belfast, Anglo US relations, media coverage of Biden's visit to Ireland and Home Secretary Suella Braverman's racist rhetoric.

Recorded on Friday 14th April 2022.

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Ep 1699: The personal trumps the political - no electoral gain for Joe Biden as he visits his ancestral home

Sat, 15 Apr 2023 03:00:10 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about Joe Biden's visit to Ireland, Donald Trump's legal woes and Manhatton's District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s lawsuit against House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan, Ron DeSantis's 6 week abortion legislation and Jack Teixeira, the National Guard airman arrested over leaked Pentagon documents. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor for The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Friday 14th April 2023.

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Ep 1698: Dominance before peace - tensions rise as Chinese aggression towards Taiwan deepens forcing US to make hard choices

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 03:00:13 GMT

Taiwan journalist William Yang talks to Eamon.

Recorded on Wednesday 12th April 2023.

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Ep 1697: The Good Friday Agreement saved lives but political normality has not been established in the North

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 03:00:33 GMT

Journalist, author, politician and political activist Eamonn McCann joins Eamon to reflect on the impact of the Good Friday Agreement as Joe Biden arrives on a visit to Ireland to mark the 25th anniversary of the agreement. Eamonn's book referred to in the podcast is War and an Irish town.

Recorded on Wednesday 12th April 2023.

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Ep 1696: Putin must win his war or answer to his enemies within

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 03:00:26 GMT

Russian journalist Dmitry Elovsky talks to Eamon about the influence of the so-called turbo patriots in Russia in light of the recent assassination of the military blogger Vladlen Tatarsky. Dmitry Elovsky is Chief Editor for the You Tube channel Khordorkovsky.Live. Before the war he was Deputy Editor-in-Chief for TV Rain in Moscow. He is now based in Lithuania.

Recorded on Tuesday 11th April 2023.

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Ep 1695: Premier League title will be decided when Arsenal meets Man City on April 26th

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 13:11:23 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review some of the weekend's Premier League games. They also discuss the merits and flaws of VAR and the Andy Robertson elbow incident.

Recorded on Tuesday 11th March 2023.

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Ep 1694: Global Economy- IMF predicts rocky road ahead

Sun, 09 Apr 2023 03:00:37 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon. They talk about Joe Biden's visit to Ireland, US UK relations and a recent IMF forecast that warns of risks the global economy.

Recorded on Friday 7th April 2023.

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Ep 1693: Denied justice for over 20 years Women of Honour’s stories must be listened to now

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 03:00:24 GMT

Military analyst and retired Irish Army Captain, Senator Tom Clonan joins Eamon to talk about the Women of Honour and what now needs to be done in the aftermath of the damning findings in the recent Defence Forces reports.

Recorded on Tuesday 4th April 2023.

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Ep 1692: Trump in the Dock

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 16:00:00 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about former President Donald Trump's historic arrest in New York where yesterday he was charged with 34 counts of falsifying business records. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of the Hill and White House Columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Wednesday 5th April 2023.

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Ep 1691: The Price of Peace - Bertie Ahern on the Good Friday Agreement

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 03:00:11 GMT

FormerTaoiseach Bertie Ahern talks to Eamon about the Good Friday Agreement.

Recorded Tuesday 4th April 2023.

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Ep 1690: Irish Economy - 60% of Irish restaurants fear closure

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 03:58:03 GMT

Economist and podcaster Jim Power joins Eamon to talk about the Irish economy and the challenges facing the hospitality sector. Also how stable is our economy and where are the threats?

Recorded on Monday 3rd April 2023.

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Ep 1689: Fear and greed gripping owners in the Premier League

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 13:03:48 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review some the weekend's Premier League games and to reflect on some dramatic changes taking place in league clubs.

Recorded on Monday 3rd April 2023.

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Ep 1688: Sunak makes progress but the DUP still resisting his advances

Sun, 02 Apr 2023 03:00:47 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about Rishi Sunak's leadership of the Tory Party, Boris Johnson's Honours list and Joe Biden's visit to Ireland.

Recorded on Friday 31st March 2023.

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Ep 1687: Indictment in New York the least of Donald Trump’s legal worries

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 15:38:37 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon as Donald Trump is indicted by a Grand Jury in New York in Stormy Daniels hush money case. Also Trump gets a boost in the polls as Republicans rally to support him and Joe Biden's visit to Ireland is confirmed. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Friday 31st March 2023.

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Ep 1686: Can NATO and European solidarity be sustained if Putin wages a long war?

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 03:00:12 GMT

Author and journalist John Kampfner joins Eamon from Berlin to talk about King Charles's state visit to Germany, the dispute among the German government's coalition partners and unity across Europe and the NATO countries as the war in Ukraine continues.

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Ep 1685: Windsor Framewok - EU will extract a big price if Rishi Sunak fails to deal with DUP intransigence

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 03:00:38 GMT

Suzanne Lynch talks to Eamon about the pressures of global issues across the EU that make opening the Windsor Framework to new negotiations to accommodate DUP concerns unlikely. Suzanne Lynch is Chief Brussels Correspondent for Politico.

Recorded on Tuesday 28th March 2023.

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Ep 1684: UEFA Euro 2024 - Stephen Kenny is on the right track, the debate is over

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 13:09:38 GMT

John Giles says the debate is over about Stephen Kenny's role as coach of the Irish football team as he joins Eamon to talk about Ireland's game against France in the first UEFA Euro 2024 qualifier.

Recorded 28th March 2023.

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Ep 1683: Housing crisis - eviction a brutal and flawed response

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 03:00:13 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon about the government's response to the housing crisis, the shocking consequences of poor housing supply and Tuesday's two Dáil votes: the Labour Party's motion of no confidence; and Sinn Féin's proposed legislation to extend the ban on evictions. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for the Irish Independent.

Recorded on 27th March 2023.

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Ep 1682: France on Fire

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 14:10:22 GMT

Paris-based journalist Lara Marlowe joins Eamon to talk about the strikes and protests in Paris and across France in response to President Emmanuel Macron pushing through pension reform legislation without a final parliamentary vote. Lara Marlowe is Paris Correspondent for the Irish Times.

Recorded on Monday 27th March 2023.

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Ep 1681: Financial Crisis - Are we revisiting 2008?

Sun, 26 Mar 2023 03:00:19 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about Boris Johnson's appearance at the House of Commons' Privileges Committee, inflation, rising interest rates and growing problems in the banking system.

Recorded on Thursday 23rd March 2023.

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Ep 1680: With Trump and DeSantis on the Presidential horizon how long can we depend on the US to defend the West

Sat, 25 Mar 2023 04:00:36 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk the war in Ukraine and what Xi Jinping's visit to Moscow means to the US. Also Donald Trump and why he waits to hear if the Grand Jury in New York will indict him and the $1.6bn lawsuit brought by voting company Dominion against Fox News. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Thursday 23rd March 2023.

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Ep 1679: Great leaders on and off the pitch have taken Ireland to top of the rugby world

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 04:00:57 GMT

Rugby commentator Matt Williams joins Eamon to talk about Ireland's win against England last Saturday to become 2023 Guinness Six Nations Grand Slam Champions. Matt and Eamon also look ahead to the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France next September.

Recorded on Monday 20th March 2023.

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Ep 1678: As sanctions fail to bite so far Putin retains the support of the Russian people

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 04:00:48 GMT

Russian journalist Dmitry Elovsky joins Eamon to talk about Xi Jinping’s visit to Moscow, developments in the war in Ukraine, the impact of Russian casualties on public opinion in Russia and the power of Putin's propaganda, and the Wagner Group's recruitment drive. Dmitry Elovsky is Presenter and Chief Editor for the You Tube channel Khordorkovsky.Live. Before the war he was Deputy Editor-in-Chief for TV Rain in Moscow. He is based in Lithuania.

Recorded on Tuesday 21st March 2023.

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Ep 1677: Xi and Putin test the West’s resolve in Ukraine but Taiwan top of China’s agenda

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 04:00:11 GMT

Author and journalist Ian Williams joins Eamon to talk about the implications of Xi Jinping's visit to Moscow. Ian Williams' most recent book is 'Fire of the Dragon - China's New Cold War'. As a foreign correspondent he spent many years in Moscow, the Indo-Pacific and China for Channel 4 and NBC. Ian has also covered conflicts in the Balkans, the Middle East and Ukraine and won Emmy and BAFTA awards for his discovery and reporting on the Serb detention camps during the war in Bosnia.

Recorded on Tuesday 21st March 2023.

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Ep 1676: Banking crisis - no time for complacency

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 04:00:40 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcast Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the the causes and global impact of the Silicon Valley Bank and Credit Suisse Bank troubles.

Recorded on Monday 20th March 2023.

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Ep 1675: Haaland - a goal scoring genius we’ve never seen before

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 13:34:16 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review some of the weekend's FA Cup and Premier League games.

Recorded on Monday 20th March 2023.

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Ep 1674: Ireland’s empathy for immigrants rooted in our past but times and attitudes can change

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 04:00:25 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter joins Eamon to talk about immigration to Ireland over the years and the growing extremist right wing view in the country. Diarmaid Ferriter is an author, columnist for the Irish Times, and Professor of Modern Irish History at UCD.

Recorded on Thursday 2nd March 2023.

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Ep 1673: How Denis O’Brien lost control of Digicel

Sun, 12 Mar 2023 04:00:50 GMT

Journalist and broadcaster Richard Curran talks to Eamon about how Denis O'Brien lost control of his company Digicel. Richard Curran presents The Business on RTE Radio One and is a contributor to the Irish Independent.

Recorded on Tuesday 7th March 2023.

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Ep 1672: Putin's War - Superior battlefield tactics plus newly acquired tanks give Ukraine a critical advantage in the coming months

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 04:00:27 GMT

Journalist and Film Maker Johnny O'Reilly joins Eamon from Kyiv to talk about the War in Ukraine and the military tactics being used Ukraine and Russia in fierce battles on the frontline.

Recorded on Wednesday 8th March 2023.

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Ep 1671: Brexit and sleaze Boris Johnson’s legacy but some Tories still want him back

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 04:00:06 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about Boris Johnson and his impact on the Tory Party as he continues to stalk Rishi Sunak.

Recorded on Wednesday 8th March 2023.

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Ep 1670: Putin’s War - Peace talks or escalation the only likely options

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 04:00:04 GMT

Military Analyst Senator Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about the war in Ukraine and the international dynamics at work dictating the ways in which the war could develop.

Recorded on Monday 6th March 2023.

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Ep 1669: Manchester United hype exposed by Liverpool’s class and passion

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 04:00:50 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's football including Liverpool's historic win against Man United and Arsenal's late goal to win against Brentford.

Recorded Monday 6th March 2023.

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Ep 1668: Rupert Murdoch’s astonishing defence of Fox News' lies

Sat, 04 Mar 2023 04:00:05 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about support in the US for Biden's Ukraine War aid, the Republican road to the 2024 General Election and Rupert Murdoch's astonishing deposition at the Dominion Systems election case about Fox News and how certain presenters endorsed the lie that the 2020 presidential election was stolen. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor for The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Friday 3rd March 2023.

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Ep 1667: The general welcome for the Windsor Framework leaves Donaldson with a tough decision to make

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 04:00:33 GMT

Sam McBride talks to Eamon about the response in Northern Ireland to Rishi Sunak's Windsor Framework. Sam McBride is Northern Ireland Editor of the Belfast Telegraph & Sunday Independent and author of Burned: The Inside Story of the Cash-for-Ash Scandal.

Recorded on Thursday 2nd March 2023.

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Ep 1666: Last chance for Brexit resolution depends on DUP

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 04:00:16 GMT

Suzanne Lynch talks to Eamon about the Windsor Framework and gives an insight to the development of the deal from a Brussels perspective. Suzanne Lynch is Chief Brussels Correspondent for Politico and formerly a correspondent in Dublin and Washington.

Recorded Tuesday 28th February 2023.

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Ep 1665: French President Emmanuel Macron argues that peace in Ukraine does not require an end to Putin in power

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 04:00:33 GMT

Lara Marlowe joins Eamon to talk about Emmanuel Macron and France's position on the war in Ukraine. Lara Marlowe is Paris Correspondent at the Irish Times.

Recorded Monday 27th February 2023.

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Ep 1664: Weekend soccer - Manchester United becoming a force to be reckoned with

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 15:31:38 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the Carabao Cup Final and the weekend's Premier League games.

Recorded on Monday 27th February 2023.

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Ep 1663: Boris - Money in his pocket blood on his hands

Sun, 26 Feb 2023 04:00:18 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon in the week that PSNI officer John Caldwell is the victim of a gun attack in Omagh claimed by the Real IRA.

Recorded on Friday 24th February 2023.

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Ep 1662: War in Ukraine-Joe Biden’s commitment to Ukraine not matched universally in the US

Sat, 25 Feb 2023 04:00:32 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about Joe Biden's trip to Kyiv to meet President Zelensky as the war in Ukraine reaches its first anniversary. Also could Emily Kohrs, the jury foreperson at the investigation into Donald Trump in Georgia, jeopardize any possible prosecution of former President Donald Trump? Niall Stanage is Associate Editor at The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Friday 24th February 2023.

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Ep 1661: A Russian perspective - No end to Putin’s War while he remains in place

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 04:00:33 GMT

On the first anniversary of Putin's war in Ukraine Dmitry Elovsky joins Eamon to give a Russian's perspective. Dmitry is a journalist and former Deputy Editor-in-Chief for TV Rain, a Russian independent channel shut down following Putin's invasion of Ukraine. He is now Editor of You Tube channel Khordorkovsky.live.

Recorded on Thursday 23rd February 2023.

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Ep 1660: China’s support critical for Putin’s brutal war

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 04:00:10 GMT

Journalist and author Ian Williams talks to Eamon about the impact on the world of Russia's war in Ukraine and China's relationship with Putin's Russia.

Ian Williams was a foreign correspondent for Channel 4 News and NBC in Russia and Asia reporting from all across China. He has also covered conflicts in the Balkans, the Middle East and Ukraine. His most recent book is The Fire of the Dragon: China's New Cold War.

Recorded on Tuesday 21st February 2023.

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Ep 1659: Will Sunak face down the DUP and his backbench Brexit hardliners

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 13:00:01 GMT

Fionnan Sheahan joins Eamon to talk about the continuing election expenses reporting issues now impacting Sinn Féin. Also the continuing Northern Ireland Protocol negotiations, will Sunak be able to do a deal with the EU as he faces DUP and Brexit hardliners? Fionnan Sheahan is Ireland Editor at the Irish Independent, Sunday Independent, and independent.ie.

Recorded on Monday 20th February 2023

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Ep 1658: Racism and corruption at the heart of crisis in Spanish soccer

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 04:00:37 GMT

Barcelona-based journalist Richard Fitzpatrick joins Eamon to talk about unfolding scandals in Spanish football.

Recorded on Monday 20th February 2023.

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Ep 1657: Premier League - Arsenal bounce back, Man U now real contenders, Leeds in big trouble

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 13:43:38 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the Premier League. They also discuss the implications of who might buy Manchester United.

Recorded on Monday 20th February 2023.

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Ep 1656: Northern Ireland Protocol is Sunak’s biggest test

Sat, 18 Feb 2023 04:00:32 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the challenges facing Prime Minister Rishi Sunak with the Northern Ireland Protocol. Chris also talks to Eamon about the global repercussions should the US be faced with failure in reaching agreement on the debt ceiling before the deadline to increase is reached.

Recorded on Friday 17th February 2023.

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Ep 1655: Nikki Haley - first of many out of the gates to challenge Trump for Republican nomination

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 17:58:03 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon from Washington as the run in to the US 2024 General Election begins in earnest and former US ambassador to the UN Nikki Haley declares while former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo flirts with running. Also as the deadline for the debt ceiling legislation looms what are the implications if there are delays? Niall is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded Friday 17th February 2023.

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Repost: Liam Brady - Italian football in its golden era

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 04:00:02 GMT

This is an episode from The Stand's back catalogue. In April 2020 Liam Brady talked to Eamon about Italian football and the period of time that he played and lived in Italy.

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Ep 1654: Could Putin / Ukraine conflict go nuclear?

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 08:57:03 GMT

Senator Tom Clonan joins Eamon to talk about Russia's winter / spring offensive in the War in Ukraine and Ukraine's need for increased supplies of ammunition and weaponry to defend against Russia's escalation. Also is there a compromise to bring fighting to an end and what happens if Putin uses mini-nukes?

Recorded on Tuesday 14th 2023.

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Ep 1653: Although Man City and Arsenal are favourites for the title Manchester United is still in with a chance

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 15:36:04 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review some of this week's Premier League games and look ahead to Manchester City v Arsenal.

Recorded on Tuesday 14th February 2023.

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Ep 1652: DUP disgraces itself again

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 04:00:17 GMT

Author and journalist John Kampfner joins Eamon to talk about the impact of Brexit and the high level gathering of politicians and business people at Ditchley Park to discuss the failings of Brexit.

Recorded on Monday 13th February 2023.

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Ep 1651: Six Nations - Superb Ireland send warning to World Cup rivals

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 13:36:26 GMT

Gerry Thornley joins Eamon to talk about Ireland's remarkable success in yesterday's Six Nations' game against France in Dublin. Gerry Thornley is the Rugby Correspondent for The Irish Times.

Recorded on Monday 13th February 2023.

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Ep 1650: Sweden leads the way as Scandinavian politics take a right turn

Sat, 11 Feb 2023 04:00:21 GMT

Stockholm-based journalist Philip O'Connor joins Eamon to talk about the rise of the right in Sweden.

Recorded 10th February 2023.

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Ep 1649: Slow but steely, Biden remains Democrats' best hope

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 17:04:15 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon from Washington to talk about Joe Biden's State of the Union Address, Mike Pence's subpoena by Special Council Jack Smith overseeing Donald Trump probes and the Chinese spy balloon brought down and China's deployment of balloons to gather intelligence. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of the Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded 10th February 2023.

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Ep 1648: England today - Rishi Sunak, a weak Prime Minister, corralled by English Nationalists

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 04:00:30 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns talks to Eamon about English nationalism as represented by the British Government, and former Prime Minister John Major's appearance the House of Commons Northern Ireland Committee.

Recorded Wednesday 8th February 2023.

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Ep 1647: Liberal democracy fighting for survival in a dangerously changing world

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 04:00:16 GMT

Author and journalist John Kampfner talks to Eamon. As well as his work in journalism John is currently an Executive Director at Chatham House, leading its UK in the World initiative.

Recorded on 3rd February 2023.

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Ep 1646: Celebrating Harry Kane, remembering the Munich Air Crash

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 14:38:51 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review some of the weekend's Premier League matches including Tottenham v Man City, Everton v Arsenal, Man U v Crystal Palace. They also talk about Harry Kane's goal scoring triumph at Tottenham and the Munich Air Crash on the 65th anniversary.

Recorded on 6th February 2023

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Ep 1645: Frail though he is Joe Biden is likely to run for President in 2024

Sat, 04 Feb 2023 04:00:25 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon from Washington to talk about the death of Tyre Nichols, former Governor for South California Nikki Haley and the expectation that she will announce she is seeking the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, Joe Biden's State of the Union Address in the coming week and will he declare his run for the 2024 election? And the challenges ahead of raising the debt ceiling. Niall is Associate Editor for The Hill and White House columnist for that paper.

Recorded 3rd February 2023.

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Ep 1644: Why Putin and his cronies are unlikely to trigger the nuclear option

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 04:00:55 GMT

Russian journalist Dmitry Elovsky joins Eamon to talk about Putin's Russia, the Russian media, the people's response to the war and why Putin won't use nuclear weapons. Also the sentencing of Russian journalist Alexander Nevzorov, sentenced in absentia in a Russian court for criticising the Russian attack on a maternity hospital in Mariupol. Dmitry Elovsky is Chief Editor for the You Tube channel Khordorkovsky.Live

Recorded on Wednesday 1st February 2022.

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Ep 1643: UK - high inflation, low growth, hundreds of thousands in nationwide protests and Tory sleaze and incompetence

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 04:00:33 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the UK, its politics, and its economy.

Recorded on Wednesday 1st February 2023.

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Ep 1642: Death doesn't answer the question of whether Peter Pringle was the third man

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 04:00:19 GMT

Mick Clifford talks to Eamon about the late Peter Pringle. Mick Clifford is Special Correspondent at The Irish Examiner.

Recorded on Wednesday 18th January 2023.

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Ep 1641: From actor to national leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s inspiring journey

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 04:00:26 GMT

Journalist and film maker Johnny O'Reilly talks to Eamon about the war in Ukraine and what tanks from the US and from around Europe mean for Ukraine's war effort and the people's morale. Johnny also gives an insight to the relationship between Zelenskyy and the military and why it works.

Recorded on Monday 30th January 2023.

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Ep 1640: US General predicts US China conflict in 2025

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 13:46:22 GMT

Author and journalist Ian Williams talks to Eamon about the evolving relationship between China and the West. Ian Williams' most recent book is Fire of the Dragon: China’s New Cold War.

Recorded on Monday 30th January 2023.

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Ep 1639: Joe Biden continues to be stronger than he looks

Sat, 28 Jan 2023 04:00:45 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about the murder of Tyre Nichols in Memphis, Joe Biden's decision to send Abrams tanks to Ukraine, growth in the economy and the discovery of classified documents. Also Donald Trump begins campaigning. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor for The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on Friday 27th January 2023.

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Ep 1638: Gerry Hutch Trial - a dramatic end to a dramatic trial

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 15:45:42 GMT

Sean Murray talks to Eamon about the trial of Gerry Hutch for the murder of David Byrne at the Regency Hotel following closing statements for the Prosecution and Defence. Sean Murray is a reporter for The Irish Examiner.

Recorded on Friday 27th January 2023.

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Ep 1637: Putin's War - the arrival of European and US tanks can be a game changer in Ukraine

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 04:00:42 GMT

Senator Tom Clonan joins Eamon to talk about developments in Russia's war in Ukraine and the impact of Germany's decision to send its Panther 2 tanks to support Ukraine. Tom Clonan is a senator, security analyst, author and retired Irish Army Captain. He was elected to Seanad Eireann in March 2022 in for Trinity College Dublin.

Recorded on Wednesday 23rd January 2023.

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Ep 1636: Weak Sunak and rampant sleaze undermine Tory’s attempt to govern

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 13:55:14 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about Nadhim Zahawi's tax settlement, Boris Johnson's manoeuvres and continuing sleaze being uncovered within the Tory Party.

Recorded on Wednesday 25th January 2023.

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Ep 1635: The Paschal Donohoe Affair

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 04:00:16 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor at Independent.ie, the Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent.

Recorded Monday 23rd January 2023.

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Ep 1634: Premier League Review - Arsenal looks the real deal

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 14:49:08 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League matches. Newcastle set for a top four spot while it's over for Liverpool as Klopp gives up on Premiership. Also a star is born: Brighton's Evan Ferguson scores again and could be the striker that Ireland needs.

Recorded on Monday 23rd January 2023.

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Ep 1633: Elon Musk's Twitter debt causing trouble at Tesla

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 04:00:52 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon as Elon Musk faces difficult challenges with Twitter and Tesla. Also, why tech giants are shedding jobs around the world.

Recorded on Friday 20th January 2022.

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Ep 1632: The West divided as Germany refuses to support Ukraine with tanks

Sat, 21 Jan 2023 04:00:13 GMT

John Kampfner talks to Eamon. John is a British author, broadcaster and commentator. He is an Executive Director at Chatham House, leading its UK in the World initiative. His most recent book is How the Germans Do it Better: Notes from a Grown Up Country.

Recorded on the morning of 20th January 2023.

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Ep 1631: The Hunter Biden story and the implications for Joe Biden’s administration

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 04:00:07 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon from Washington. Niall is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on 19th January 2022.

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Ep 1630: Hutch trial moves towards its conclusion - closing arguments likely to be challenging to Prosecution

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 04:00:18 GMT

Sean Murray, Reporter for the Irish Examiner, talks to Eamon about the trial of Gerry Hutch at the Special Criminal Court for the murder of David Byrne in the Regency Hotel on 5th February 2016.

Recorded 18th January 2023.

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Ep 1629: No quick end to Putin’s War

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 04:00:08 GMT

Russian journalist Dmitry Elovsky talks to Eamon about developments in Putin's War, the demotion of General Surovikin as the Deputy Minister for Defence and Chief of the General Staff, Valery Gerasimov, takes over. Dmitry also talks about Russia's friends and supporters in the world, the West's sanctions and the power of Putin's propaganda within Russia. Dmitry Elovsky is Chief Editor for the You Tube channel Khordorkovsky.Live. Before the war he was Deputy Editor-in-Chief for TV Rain in Moscow.

Recorded on 16th January 2023.

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Ep 1628: Classified documents discovery undermines Biden's growing credibility

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 04:00:46 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about Joe Biden and the discovery of classified documents in three separate places including his garage. Niall talks to Eamon about what this means financially and politically. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded 16th January 2023.

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Ep 1627: Premier League Review - Liam Brady says Arsenal can win the League

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 16:03:43 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review Premier League games including Tottentham v Arsenal, Manchester United v Manchester City, Brighton v Liverpool and Aston Villa v Leeds. They also talk about VAR and the nature of offside rule changes.

Recorded 16th January 2023.

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Ep 1626: Cyber crime - how you can protect yourself and your business

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 04:00:31 GMT

Ronan Murphy, Founder and Executive Chairman of Smarttech247 and founder of GetVisibility.com, talks to Eamon about the threats of cyber crime to people, businesses and national security.

Recorded on 13th January 2023.

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Ep 1625: No love for Harry in a nation struggling under desperate Tories

Sat, 14 Jan 2023 04:00:49 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about "Broken Britain" and turmoil in the British economy. Also public reaction to the release of Harry's book "Spare". Chris hosts The Other Hand podcast with JIm Power.

Recored on 13th January 2023.

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Ep 1624: As the world watches Putin’s War no one is focussed more keenly than China and Taiwan

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 04:00:52 GMT

Journalist William Yang joins Eamon from Teipei to report on China's increasing incursions into Taiwan's airspace and China's authoritarian expansionism in the region. And what are the implications for Taiwan of a more isolationist US as the Republican Party takes control of the Congress? Also has Xi Jinping shown vulnerability as he succumbs to protests and drops his Zero Covid policy?

Recorded on 12th January 2023.

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Ep 1623: Ukraine morale strengthening despite Putin’s barbaric attacks on its people

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 04:00:19 GMT

Journalist and film maker Johnny O'Reilly joins Eamon to talk about the war in Ukraine and the mercenary Wagner Group's battle for Soledar and Bakhmut. Also Volodymyr Zelensky's successful appeals for more weapons bring a superior technical defence system to the war. Johnny also talks about the increasing number of defenestrations and other mystery deaths of Putin's critics.

Recorded on 11th January 2023.

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Ep 1622: Europe’s unity being tested by Putin’s War

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 04:00:43 GMT

Journalist and author John Kampfner talks to Eamon about global instability and the threats facing democracies. John Kampfner writes for a number of publications and his most recent book is How the Germans Do it Better: Notes from a Grown-Up Country. He is currently an Executive Director at Chatham House where he is leading its UK in the World initiative.

Recorded 9th January 2023.

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Ep 1621: Bad news for the Biden administration as Republican extremists take power on the Hill

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 04:00:36 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about the election of Republican Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House and the price paid to secure the final votes. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on 9th January 2023.

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Ep 1620: Sláinte Care is Dead

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 15:35:35 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan joins Eamon to talk about the crisis in the health service. Fionnán is Ireland Editor for the Irish Independent, the Sunday Independent and Independent.ie.

Recorded 9th January 2023.

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Ep 1619: Lightweight Rishi beware as Boris on manoeuvres

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 04:00:48 GMT

Economist, podcaster and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's five point plan announced this week. Chris also outlines recent research on the impact of Brexit on the UK economy.

Recorded on 5th January 2023.

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Ep 1618: Chaos in Congress may reflect Donald Trump’s waning influence on Republicans

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 13:46:55 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about the chaos in Congress as Republican representative Kevin McCarthy fails to secure the position of Speaker of the House. Also Congressman George Santos.. who does he think he is? Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded 5th January 2023

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Ep 1617: Putin’s War - Putin’s miscalculations may cost Russia dearly

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 04:00:50 GMT

Senator Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about the death of Private Sean Rooney in Lebanon and the critical injury of Trooper Shane Kearney while they served with UN peacekeepers. Also Russia's military campaign as Ukraine claims hundreds of Russians troops killed by missile attack in Makiivka on a former vocational college.

Recorded on 3rd January 2023.

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Ep 1616: Premier League review and memories of Pelé

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 14:08:17 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to pay tribute to Pelé and review the weekend's Premier League as ailing Liverpool seem unlikely to find a cure and Arsenal forge ahead.

Recorded on 3rd January 2023.

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REPOST: Mikhail Gorbachev's Heroic Failure to Save The Soviet Union

Sat, 31 Dec 2022 04:00:36 GMT

John Kampfner joins Eamon to talk about Mikhail Gorbachev, the last leader of the Soviet Union, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's recent speech addressing European security and the Russian threat, the Tory Leadership race and the impact of Brexit and the Italian Election. John Kampfner is an author and journalist and was Bureau Chief for the Daily Telegraph at the time of the dissolution of the Soviet Union. John is also an Executive Director at Chatham House, leading its UK in the World initiative.

Recorded on 2nd September 2022.

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REPOST: Ted Walsh Remembers Lester Piggott

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 04:00:37 GMT

Trainer and Horse Racing Analyst Ted Walsh talks to Eamon about the great Lester Piggott who died in Switzerland on Sunday morning.

Recorded 30th May 2022.

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REPOST: Julian Assange - Telling The Ugly Truth And Now Facing Life in Prison

Thu, 29 Dec 2022 04:00:34 GMT

Journalist and author Peter Oborne talks to Eamon about the case of Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks whose extradition to the US has been agreed by UK Home Secretary Priti Patel. Peter and Eamon also talk about the story that disappeared from The Times and Boris Johnson's relationship with the press.

Recorded on 20th June 2022.

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REPOST: Climate Emergency - Fiddling While Our World Burns

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 04:00:57 GMT

Campaigning journalist John Gibbons talks to Eamon about the climate emergency and how the geo-political events of the moment are distracting from the severity of what the planet faces.

Recorded on 7th July 2022

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REPOST: Michael Collins - The Man and The Myth

Tue, 27 Dec 2022 04:00:56 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter, Professor of Modern Irish History at UCD, talks to Eamon on the centenary of Michael Collins death at Béal na Bláth in Co. Cork on 22nd August 1922.

Recorded on 22nd August 2022

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REPOST: Robert Harris on his new book Act of Oblivion

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 04:00:06 GMT

Author Robert Harris joins Eamon to talk about his new book Act of Oblivion and contemporary British politics.

Recorded 8th September 2022.

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Ep 1615: World Cup players return to the Premier League as FIFA declares war on players and clubs

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 13:59:55 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to look ahead to the next phase of the 22/23 Premier League season and to talk about the impact of a winter World Cup on the clubs and players.

Recorded 21st December 2022.

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Ep 1614: United Nation - Still someway to go to unite Ireland

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 04:00:58 GMT

Frank Connolly joins Eamon to talk about his new book United Nation: The Case for Integrating Ireland. Frank is an investigative journalist and author of NAMA-Land, Tom Gilmartin and a novel, Conspiracy of Lies. He is currently Head of Communications at SIPTU.

Recorded on 13th December 2022.

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Ep 1613: FIFA World 2022 - In a great Final Lionel Messi gets the reward he deserves

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 15:54:03 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the Final of the FIFA 2022 World Cup and to look back at the tournament.

Recorded 20th December 2022.

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Ep 1612: Trial of Gerry (’the Monk’) Hutch - Dramatic cross-examination of key witness Jonathan Dowdall enters second week

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 16:02:48 GMT

Journalist Sean Murray talks to Eamon as the trial of Gerry Hutch for the murder of David Byrne at the Regency Hotel continues at the Special Criminal Court in Dublin. Sean Murray is a reporter for the Irish Examiner.

Recorded on 19th December 2022.

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Ep 1611: Republican controlled Congress to target Hunter Biden

Sat, 17 Dec 2022 04:00:48 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon from Washington about the United States' role in security in the West, Kevin McCarthy's hopes to be the next Speaker of the House, the Republican Party's relationship with Donald Trump and the likelihood of hearings in a Republican led Congress concerning the activities of Hunter Biden. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on 16th December 2022.

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Ep 1610: Tories fail to govern while Britain paralysed by strikes

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 14:44:23 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the impact of the many strikes across Britain's transport, health and infrastructure sectors. Also Sam Bankman-Fried and his crypto currency exchange FTX: who is he and what has he done?

Recorded on 16th December 2022.

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Ep 1609: FIFA World Cup 2022 Final Preview - too close to call but our souls hope for Messi

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 14:18:22 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the World Cup semi-finals and look ahead to Sunday's final.

Recorded 15th December 2022.

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Ep 1608: Failure of Zero Covid policy raises questions about China’s leader, Xi Jinping

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 04:00:37 GMT

Journalist and author Ian Williams talks to Eamon about China’s lifting of zero covid restrictions in response to protests, Chinese authorities' pursuit of the Hong Kong entrepreneur and activist Jimmy Lai and Xi Jinping's Belt and Road initiative and how it's penetrating the world's infrastructure.

Recorded on 14th December 2022.

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Ep 1607: The Rise and fall of Sean Quinn by the journalist who knows him

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 07:29:56 GMT

Journalist, author and documentary producer Trevor Birney joins Eamon to talk about businessman Sean Quinn, once the richest man in Ireland.

Recorded on 13th December 2022.

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Ep 1606: Putin’s great gamble may end sooner rather than later

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 08:23:33 GMT

Lithuania-based Russian journalist, Dmitry Elovsky, joins Eamon to talk about Putin's War and TV Rain, the Russian independent tv channel that has recently been shut down by Latvia. Dmitry Elovsky is Chief Editor for the You Tube channel Khordorkovsky.Live. Before the war he was Deputy Editor-in-Chief for TV Rain in Moscow. TV Rain left Moscow when Putin invaded Ukraine in February 2022.

Recorded on 12th December 2022.

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Ep 1605: Superb Croatia and Morocco ensure World Cup semi-finals can go either way

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 14:58:08 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the quarter finals of the FIFA 2022 World Cup and look ahead to the semi-finals.

Recorded 12th December 2022.

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Ep 1604: Democrats take the Senate, Trump takes a hit

Sat, 10 Dec 2022 04:00:19 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington on victory for the Democrats in the Georgia election run-off and the release of Brittany Griner in a prisoner exchange for Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout. Also Trump's legal troubles, and the Senate and the House bring in legislation to protect same sex marriage and inter-racial marriage. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor for the Hill and White House columnist for that paper.

Recorded 9th December 2022.

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Ep 1603: Hutch Murder Trial - Court allows surveillance evidence despite it being gathered illegally

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 13:43:49 GMT

Sean Murray talks to Eamon about the trial of Gerry 'the monk' Hutch at the Special Criminal Court. Sean is a News Reporter with the Irish Examiner.

Recorded on 9th December 2022.

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Ep 1602: FIFA World Cup 2022 - A glorious World Cup that may get even better

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 14:43:41 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the remaining last 16 matches and to look ahead to the quarter finals of the FIFA World Cup.

Recorded on 7th December 2022.

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Ep 1601: Putin’s War - Cap on oil prices unlikely to trouble Putin

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 09:12:56 GMT

Russian economist Constantin Gurdgiev talks to Eamon about the state of Russia's economy in light of sanctions and as the cap on the price of Russian oil exports is introduced with a cap on petroleum products to to follow on 5th February 2023. Constantin Gurdgiev is the Associate Professor of Finance with University of Northern Colorado and an Adjunct Professor of Finance with Trinity Business School in Dublin.

Recorded on 6th December 2022.

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Ep 1600: Irish Times United Ireland Poll - Rishi Sunak must confront right wing Tories to make progress on the Irish question

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 08:59:26 GMT

Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern joins Eamon to talk about the recent Irish Times Ipsos poll on how people across the island of Ireland think about a united Ireland.

Recorded on Monday 5th December.

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Ep 1599: FIFA World Cup 2022 - Great tournament with serious tests to come for nations big and small

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 14:26:54 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to talk about the last 16 matches with four played and four to go.

Recorded on 5th December 2022.

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Ep 1598: More bad news for Donald Trump as the law begins to win some important arguments

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 04:00:28 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon from Washington about an important judgement at the Appeal Court on the Mar-a-Lago documents. Niall is Associate Editor for the Hill and White House columnist for that paper.

Recorded on 2nd December 2022.

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Ep 1597: FIFA World Cup 2022 - Football triumphs despite FIFA and Qatar

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 13:41:41 GMT

Journalist Miguel Delaney talks to Eamon from Qatar. Miguel is Chief Football Writer for The Independent and produces a weekly newsletter "Reading the Game".

Recorded on 2nd December 2022.

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Ep 1596: China Protests - Zero Covid crisis poses a threat to Xi Jinping

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 04:00:05 GMT

Journalist and author Ian Williams talks to Eamon about the recent protests across China as factory workers, migrants, students and others come out into the streets to protest against Xi Jinping and his lockdown policies. Ian Williams' most recent book 'The Fire of the Dragon: China’s New Cold War’, published by Birlinn, is now available.

Recorded on 30th November 2022.

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Ep 1595: Putin’s War - With its history of resilience Ukraine will persevere until Putin is defeated

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 04:00:07 GMT

Journalist and film maker Johnny O'Reilly talks to Eamon about the atmosphere in Kherson following liberation from Russian occupation, Russia's destruction of Ukrainian infrastructure and the Ukrainians' power of endurance, and other developments in Putin's war in Ukraine.

Recorded on 29th November 2022.

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Ep 1594: FIFA World Cup 2022 - One of the best World Cups ever

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 14:37:11 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the FIFA World Cup group matches as the teams reach the end of their second games.

Recorded on 29th November 2022.

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Ep 1593: The Trial of Gerry Hutch - a critical case for the Special Criminal Court

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 15:11:54 GMT

Reporter for the Irish Examiner, Sean Murray, talks to Eamon about developments in the trial of Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch over the past week at the Special Criminal Court.

Recorded on 28th November 2022.

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Ep 1592: The Donald under pressure but may burn the Republican House down on the way out

Sat, 26 Nov 2022 04:00:18 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about the shocking rate of mass shootings in the US as the number exceeds 600 in 2022, Special Counsel Jack Smith and Donald Trump, and will DeSantis run against Trump for the Republican nomination for the 2024 Presidential election against. Also will the Democrats oppose Kevin McCarthy as the new Speaker of the House by nominating another Republican candidate? And the Senate announces a Hearing after chaos around Taylor Swift ticket sales. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that paper.

Recorded on 25th November 2022.

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Ep 1591: World Cup 2022 illustrates what a great game Soccer is .. and England might win

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 16:36:53 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the first week's matches in the FIFA 2022 World Cup.

Recorded 25th November 2022.

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Ep 1590: The Ugliest World Cup in History

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 06:11:51 GMT

Miguel Delaney talks to Eamon from Qatar about the events surrounding the FIFA 2022 World Cup and the mood at the tournament. Miguel Delaney is Chief Football Writer at The Independent in London.

Recorded on 24th November 2022.

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Ep 1589: As Leo Varadkar prepares to be Taoiseach Fianna Fáil have no obvious successor to Micheál Martin

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 04:00:40 GMT

Fionnan Sheahan talks to Eamon. Fionnan Is Ireland Editor for Independent.ie, Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent.

Recorded on 22nd November 2022.

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Ep 1588: Brexit crazed Tories may destroy their country and their party… and damage Ireland too

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 04:00:39 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the crisis in the UK economy. Brexit comes back on the UK agenda and the Chancellor for the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt kowtows to the financial markets in his Autumn Statement.

Recorded on 21st November 2022.

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Ep 1587: Putin comes under pressure as his war aims palpably fail

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 16:50:26 GMT

Senator and military analyst Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about Putin's War as it reaches the end of its ninth month. Tom outlines the process of expatriation of thousands of Ukrainian men, women and children to Russia, and the attacks on civilian infrastructure as winter arrives and Russia's ground war fails.

Recorded on 21st November 2022.

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Ep 1586: World Cup 2022 - Spain can contend but a divided nation will not unite behind them

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 04:00:36 GMT

Barcelona-based journalist Richard Fitzpatrick talks to Eamon about the Spanish team and how Coach Luis Enrique does it his way.

Recorded on 18th November 2022.

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Ep 1585: Murdoch press puts The Donald on the back foot

Sat, 19 Nov 2022 04:00:16 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon as the US Midterm elections near their conclusion. They also discuss Donald Trump who this week declared his candidacy for the 2024 Presidential Election. Niall is Associate Editor for The Hill and White House columnist for that paper.

Recorded on 18th November 2022.

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Ep 1584: World Cup 2022 Preview

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 04:00:59 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to preview the FIFA World Cup 2022. This special World Cup preview episode of The Stand is brought to you by NOW.

Recorded on 17th November 2022.

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Ep 1583: Hutch trial - Garda destroyed records without consultation

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 16:10:40 GMT

Sean Murray reports on the trial of Gerry Hutch in the Special Criminal Court. Sean is a News Reporter for the Irish Examiner.

Recorded on 17th November 2022.

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Ep 1582: Colm Tóibín: A Guest at the Feast

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 00:00:07 GMT

Writer Colm Tóibín joins Eamon to talk about his new book of essays, A Guest at the Feast, published by Simon and Schuster and available now.

Recorded on 7th November 2022.

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Ep 1581: Selfish and disloyal, Cristiano Ronaldo way out of order

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 13:27:00 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League matches.. They also talk about reports on Manchester Utd player Cristiano Ronaldo's attack on his club in an interview with Piers Morgan.

Recorded on 14th November 2022.

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Ep 1580: While Exchequer finance is still buoyant tech decline remains a threat for Ireland

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 04:00:44 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon about Ireland's economy. Jim Power is co-host of The Other Hand podcast.

Recorded 8th November 2022.

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Ep 1579: Brexit legacy - will Tory Party hardliners prevent Rishi Sunak delivering a NI Protocol deal?

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 04:00:51 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about Brexit, the UK economy and Rishi Sunak's government. Chris also talks about the negative impact of the struggling NHS on the economy. Chris Johns co-hosts his own podcast, The Other Hand, with economist Jim Power.

Recorded on 11th November 2022.

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Ep 1578: Will the midterm elections be the beginning of the end for Donald Trump?

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 04:00:25 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about the midterm elections that took place in the United States this week. Niall is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist for that paper.

Recorded on 10th November 2022.

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Ep 1577: Global warming - On the road to climate hell

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 04:00:00 GMT

As Cop 27 gets underway environmental journalist and commentator John Gibbons talks to Eamon about the severe global warming challenges threatening all life on the planet.

Recorded on 8th November 2022.

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Ep 1576: Putin's War - Ukraine fears that Republican support may wither if they win the midterms

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 04:00:37 GMT

Dmitry Elovsky joins Eamon to talk about the challenges facing Ukraine and the changes in Russian tactics as Putin faces his own growing challenges with diminishing support from Russian and the potential threats from his close circle. Dmitry is based in Lithuania where he is a presenter and Chief Editor for the You Tube channel Khordorkovsky.Live. Before the war he was Deputy Editor-in-Chief for TV Rain in Moscow.

Recorded 7th November 2022.

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Ep 1575: Cop 27 - Climate change, the clock is ticking

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 04:00:36 GMT

Kirsty Gogan joins Eamon from Cop 27 in Sharm El Sheikh to talk about the climate challenges ahead for global populations. Kirsty Gogan is founder and managing partner of TerraPraxis, an advisor to governments, industry, academic networks and NGOs. Kirsty serves on the Board of Nuclear Innovation Alliance, as well as Voices for Nuclear. The US National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine has appointed her to serve on a new committee to identify opportunities and barriers to the commercialization of new and advanced nuclear energy technologies over the next 30 years.

Recorded on 7th November 2022.

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Ep 1574: Liverpool and Arsenal enjoy wins against top four rivals and Villa exposes Man U frailty

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 14:43:07 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League matches.

Recorded on 7th November 2022.

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Ep 1573: UK Economy - No way out for weak Tory government

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 04:00:39 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about Rishi Sunak's first weeks in office, the Northern Ireland election u-turn, Home Secretary Suella Braverman's activities, Britain's economic crisis and the impact of the latest interest rates rise announced by the Bank of England. Chris also talks about why savers aren't seeing an interest rate increase and the impact of the absence of competition in Ireland's banking sector.

Recorded on 4th November 2022.

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Ep 1572: Democracy on thin ice as Americans vote in the Midterm Elections

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 04:00:54 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about the Midterm Elections taking place on Tuesday 8th November. Niall Stanage is based in Washington and is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on 4th November 2002

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Ep 1571: Drama yet to come as ‘The Monk’ stands trial at the Special Criminal Court

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 04:00:06 GMT

Journalist Sean Murray joins Eamon to report on the trial of Gerry Hutch, Jason Bonney and Paul Murphy at the Special Criminal Court. Sean Murphy is a News Reporter with the Irish Examiner.

Recorded on 3rd November 2022.

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Ep 1570: UK and EU to do business on the NI Protocol sooner rather than later

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 04:00:48 GMT

Newton Emerson talks to Eamon about the position with the Northern Ireland Assembly, how a new Assembly might be created and the background to the current crisis. Newton Emerson is a journalist and commentator and writes a weekly column for The Irish Times. He is also a contributing journalist to The Irish News and The Sunday Times.

Recorded 1st November 2022.

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Ep 1569: War in Ukraine - Ukraine winning in battlefield but desperate Putin dangerous

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 04:00:32 GMT

Journalist and film maker, Johnny O'Reilly, talks to Eamon about Putin's war in Ukraine, and the battle for Kherson to come.

Recorded on 31st October 2022.

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Ep 1568: Premier League - Liverpool no longer hungry, Man U improving, and Arsenal building with promising young players

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 14:11:39 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to talk about the weekend's Premier League games including Liverpool v Leeds, Arsenal v Notts Forest, Man U v West Ham, Brighton v Chelsea and Bournemouth v Tottenham.

Recorded on 31st October 2022.

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Ep 1567: Without transparency and accountability can we trust An Bord Pleanála? Where’s Minister O’Brien when we need him?

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 04:00:45 GMT

Journalist and author Mick Clifford talks to Eamon. Mick Clifford is Special Correspondent with The Examiner and author of a number of books including A Force for Justice: The Maurice McCabe Story and the more recent Unlocked: An Irish Prison Officer’s Story which he wrote with David McDonald. Mick also hosts The Mick Clifford Podcast.

Recorded on 28th October 2022.

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Ep 1566: As the Tories stagger on Rishi Sunak misleads the House during his first outing at the Dispatch Box as PM

Sat, 29 Oct 2022 03:00:30 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns talks to Eamon about Britain's new Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak. Chris co-hosts his own podcast, The Other Hand, with economist Jim Power.

Recorded on 28th October 2022.

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Ep 1565: Glory for Irish Women’s sport but financial support badly needed

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 03:00:32 GMT

Kieran Cunningham joins Eamon to talk about the remarkable success of the Irish boxing team at the Women's European Boxing Championship and the success of the Irish soccer team as they qualify for the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. Kieran Cunningham is Chief Sports Writer at the Irish Daily Star.

Recorded on 25th October 2022.

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Ep 1564: Xi Jinping - all powerful for now but China’s problems are unresolved

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 03:00:10 GMT

Journalist and author Ian William joins Eamon to talk about the Chinese Communist Party's congress in Beijing. Ian Williams was foreign correspondent for Channel 4 News, based in Russia (1992–1995) and then Asia (1995–2006). He joined NBC News as Asia Correspondent (2006–2015), when he was based in Bangkok and Beijing. As well as reporting from all across China, he has also covered conflicts in the Balkans, the Middle East and Ukraine. He is the author of two non-fiction books on China, Every Breath You Take: China’s New Tyranny, a study of the surveillance state, and Fire of the Dragon: China’s New Cold War, a study of China and the world.

Recorded on 24th October 2022.

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Ep 1563: Putin’s War - Speculation of dirty bomb may reflect Putin’s growing desperation

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 03:00:32 GMT

Senator Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about the war in Ukraine, the battle for Kherson to come and Putin's threats. Also talk of Putin's successor has begun, what does this mean for Putin?

Recorded on 25th October 2022.

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Ep 1562: Prime Minister Sunak faces daunting challenges, the NI Protocol being one of the toughest

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 21:06:33 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon following the nomination of Rishi Sunak as British Prime Minister.

Recorded on 24th October 2022.

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Ep 1561: Premier League - Mid-season Qatar World Cup is crazy for European players and fans

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 12:15:29 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League games including Chelsea v Manchester Utd, Nottingham Forest v Liverpool, Tottenham v Newcastle, Leeds v Fulham, and Aston Villa v Brentford. And they ask if the World Cup in Qatar is already having a negative impact on Premier League teams.

Recorded on 24th October 2022.

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Ep 1560: Putin not without allies in his war against the West

Sat, 22 Oct 2022 03:00:39 GMT

Economist Constantin Gurdgiev joins Eamon to talk about the the impact of Putin's War on Russia's economy and the threats that are facing the West.

Recorded on 19th October 2022.

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Ep 1559: Tory pantomime continues - Liz Truss out, Boris back in?

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 00:22:04 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon as Liz Truss resigns as Prime Minister and party leader and the Tory Party prepares for a new leadership battle.

Recorded 20th October 2022.

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Ep 1558: Xi Jinping Set to be President for life at the Chinese Communist Party Congress

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 03:00:14 GMT

Taiwan-based journalist William Yang talks to Eamon about Xi Jinping and the Chinese Communist Party's congress being held in Beijing where Xi warned against the "dangerous storms" ahead. A troubled economy, disrupted global supply chains driving international companies out, a zero-Covid policy, high unemployment and an ageing population are among the challenges facing China.

Recorded on 18th October 2022.

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Ep 1557: With his ground forces in retreat Putin turns to General Armageddon, the man who levelled Aleppo and Grozny

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 03:00:30 GMT

Journalist and film maker Johnny O’Reilly joins Eamon to report from Kyiv on Putin's appointment of General 'Armageddon' Surovikin to run Putin's war in Ukraine and the resulting Iranian drones that bombard Kyiv and other cities around Ukraine. Johnny also talks to Eamon about progress on the southern frontline where he has just spent time with Ukrainian troops.

Recorded on 18th October 2022.

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Ep 1556: Truss to be gone in weeks if not days then Britain must find its better self

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 03:00:01 GMT

Journalist and author Peter Oborne joins Eamon to talk about Tory Party governments and leadership since 2016. Peter's website referenced in this podcast is https://boris-johnson-lies.com/

Recorded on 17th October 2022.

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Ep 1555: Liverpool’s victory over Man City prevents the Premier League becoming a one horse race

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 13:06:08 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League games including Liverpool v Man City, Leeds v Arsenal, Aston Villa v Chelsea, Manchester Utd v Newcastle and Tottenham v Everton.

Recorded on 17th October 2022.

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Ep 1554: After one month as Prime Minister Liz Truss faces losing the job

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 11:00:31 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

Recorded on 13th October 2022.

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Ep 1553: Barca Fight Their Way Back From the Brink of Bankruptcy

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 17:04:48 GMT

Barcelona-based journalist Richard Fitzpatrick talks to Eamon about La Liga in advance of this coming Sunday's El Clasico. They also talk about the case being taken in the European Court by Barcelona, Real Madrid and Juventus for the right to join the European Super League.

Recorded on 12th October 2022.

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Ep 1552: Chairman Xi - More Powerful than Mao?

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 03:00:26 GMT

Journalist and author Ian Williams talks to Eamon about China's ambitions as President Xi Jinping prepares for next weekend's Communist Party Congress. Ian Williams was foreign correspondent for Channel 4 News, based in Russia (1992–1995) and then Asia (1995–2006). He then joined NBC News as Asia Correspondent (2006–2015), when he was based in Bangkok and Beijing. His most recent book, Fire of the Dragon: China’s New Cold War was released in August 2022.

Recorded on 11th October 2022.

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Ep 1551: Market Analyst Paul Sommerville on the Causes and Effects of the Crises in Global Economies

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 11:45:11 GMT

Market Analyst Paul Sommerville outlines the dramatic changes in the global financial markets.

Recorded 10th October 2022.

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Ep 1550: Desperate Putin appoints General Armageddon (Sergei Surovikin)

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 03:00:45 GMT

Dmitry Elovsky talks to Eamon about the appointment of General Sergei Surovikin to run Putin's War in Ukraine. Dmitry is Presenter and Editor-in-Chief of the You Tube channel khodorkovsky.live and former Deputy Editor-in-Chief of TV Rain. He is now based in Lithuania.

Recorded on 11th October 2022.

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Ep 1549: Is the under-pressure British Government set to do business with the EU?

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 03:00:20 GMT

Journalist Newton Emerson talks to Eamon about the DUP and its positions on the NI Protocol, the Tory Party and a return to Stormont. Newton Emerson writes for The Irish Tiimes, The Sunday Times and The Irish News.

Recorded on 10th October 2022.

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Ep 1548: Premier League Review and Euro 24 - Ireland’s Horror Draw

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 12:49:59 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League games. They also react to Ireland's European Championship 2024 draw.

Recorded on 10th October 2022.

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Ep 1547: Weak and discredited at home, is the Truss government speaking peace with the EU?

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 03:00:46 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns talks to Eamon about Liz Truss, her first Tory Party Conference as the party's leader and her attendance at the meeting of the European Council in Prague this week.

Recorded on 7th October, 2022.

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Ep 1546: US Democracy under serious threat if Trumpism gains ground in the Midterm Elections

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 12:57:57 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about Donald Trump's influence on the 8th November Midterm elections. They also talk about some of the implications of the Supreme Court's Roe v Wade ruling. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor for The Hill and White House columnist for that paper.

Recorded on 7th October 2022.

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Ep 1545: Battleground reverses make Putin more likely to use nuclear weapons

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 03:00:03 GMT

Military analyst Senator Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about the military challenges facing Vladamir Putin, the reported mobilisation of nuclear weaponry, and the Ukrainian army's progress in reclaiming territory through superior morale and military strategy.

Recorded on 4th October 2022.

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Ep 1544: Ex-Sinn Féin Councillor Jonathan Dowdall To Enter the State’s Witness Protection Programme Delaying the Hutch Trial

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 03:00:59 GMT

Michael O'Toole talks to Eamon. Michael O'Toole is Crime Correspondent at the Irish Daily Star and Crime Journalist of the Year.

Recorded on 4th October 2022.

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Ep 1543: Putin Looks Increasingly Desperate - With Nowhere Else to Go This Makes Him Very Dangerous

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 12:38:00 GMT

Russian journalist Dmitry Elovsky talks to Eamon about Putin's isolation and the danger it poses. Dmitry Elovsky is former Deputy Editor-in-Chief at the independent Russian channel TV Rain. He is now based in Lithuania where he is presenter and Chief Editor for Khodorkovsky Live

Recorded on 3rd October 2022.

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Ep 1542: Ireland In Far Better Shape than Britain With Long Winter Ahead

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 03:00:24 GMT

Economist and podcaster, Jim Power, talks to Eamon about the state of Ireland's economy and the impact of the the UK's 'mini-budget'. Also the rumours about trouble ahead for Credit Suisse which has been described as what could be a 'mini-Lehmans' moment..

Recorded 3rd October 2022.

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Ep 1541: Erling Haaland A Great Player Who Can Take Manchester City All the Way in the Champions League

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 11:32:49 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review weekend Premier League games, Manchester City v Manchester United, Arsenal v Tottenham, Liverpool v Brighton and Leeds v Aston Villa. And they discuss the sacking of Wolves head coach Bruno Lage.

Recorded on 3rd October 2022.

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Ep 1540: Guide or Illusion - The Power of History

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 03:00:04 GMT

To mark the Dublin Festival of History, Diarmaid Ferriter, Professor of Modern Irish History at UCD talks to Eamon about the role history plays in understanding politics and society, The festival runs until 16th October in libraries citywide. It is an annual free festival, brought to you by Dublin City Council, and organised by Dublin City Libraries, in partnership with the Dublin City Council Culture Company. Full programme information on www.dublinfestivalofhistory.ie

Recorded on 27th September 2022.

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Ep 1539: Corporation Tax Bonanza Buys the FF/FG/Green Coalition Some Time

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 03:00:12 GMT

Fionnan Sheahan talks to Eamon. Fionnan is Ireland Editor for http://Independent.ie, Irish Independent, Sunday Independent, Independent News & Media.

Recorded on 30th September 2022.

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Ep 1538: Labour takes 33% You Gov Lead As a Result of Truss-Kwarteng Debacle

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 13:05:05 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk further about the impact of the UK government's recent mini-budget as the Bank of England intervenes to protect Britain from the economic consequences.

Recorded on 30th September 2022.

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Ep 1537: Liz Truss’s Economic Gamble Fails While Ireland Produces Smart, Rational Budget

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 03:00:51 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster, Chris Johns, joins Eamon to talk about the Irish budget delivered by Paschal Donohoe and Michael McGrath on Tuesday and the dramatic fallout from Kwasi Kwarteng's "mini-budget" since it was delivered last Friday. Chris John's podcast with JIm Power is The Other Hand. It's available wherever you get your podcasts.

Recorded on 28th September 2022.

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Ep 1536: Euro Campaign Will Settle Stephen Kenny’s Future

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 12:13:46 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the Ireland v Armenia game in Landsdowne Road.

Recorded on 28th September 2022.

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Ep 1535: Putin’s War - Putin’s Escalation Presents Trouble in the Home Front

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 03:00:57 GMT

Journalist and film maker Johnny O'Reilly talks to Eamon about the response to Putin's referenda, Russia's military mobilisation and the threat and consequences of a nuclear attack.

Recorded on 26th September 2022.

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Ep 1534: Italian Election Returns the Country’s First Female Leader As Europe’s Right Wing Gains Expand

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 03:00:19 GMT

Sunday Independent columnist Paddy Agnew joins Eamon to talk about the result of the Italian general election, the success of Giorgia Meloni's Brothers of Italy (Fratelli d'Italia) party and what it may mean for Europe.

Recorded on 26th September 2022.

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Ep 1533: Ireland International Soccer - Stephen Kenny’s Ireland Progressing Game By Game

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 12:04:20 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review Ireland's performance against Scotland in the Nations' Cup and to talk about the England team's recent decline in the run in to the World Cup in Qatar.

Recorded 26th September 2022.

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Ep 1532: Putin’s War - High Morale And Battlefield Cunning The Key to Ukraine’s Success

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 03:00:19 GMT

Military Analyst and Senator Tom Clonan talks to Eamon as Putin mobilizes 300,000 troops for war in Ukraine and warns he’s not bluffing with nuclear threat. The also talk about the potential impact of the so-called referenda on joining Russia in Luhansk, Donetsk, Kherson and Zaporizhzhia.

Recorded on 23rd September 2022.

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Ep 1531: Italy set to turn right at Sunday’s General Election

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 03:00:35 GMT

Author and journalist John Kampfner talks to Eamon about Putin's War and Putin's diminishing support in the world. John and Eamon talk about the Italian general election and the alliance of the right including Giorgia Meloni's Brothers of Italy, Matteo Salvini's Lega Nord and Silvio Berlusconi's Forze Italia who together are hoping to form a coalition government following their anticipated success. They also talk about Germany's remarkable achievement in dealing with the country’s energy crisis. John Kampfner is an Executive Director at Chatham House.

Recorded 23rd September 2022.

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Ep 1530: UK Mini Budget - Britain's Biggest Gamble

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 15:05:51 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns talks to Eamon about Britain's mini-budget presented today by Chancellor of the Exchequer Kwasi Kwartang. Also President Joe Biden's meeting with Prime Minister Truss in Washington this week.

Recorded 23rd September 2022.

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Ep 1529: Bad Week for Putin and Trump As President Biden Looks Assured in the Face of Russian Threat

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 03:00:40 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about Joe Biden's response to Putin's escalation of the war in Ukraine, Biden's meeting with Liz Truss, the Fed interest rate increase and the civil case being taken by the New York Attorney General against Donald Trump and three of his children. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that paper.

Recorded on 22nd September 2022.

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Ep 1528: War in Ukraine - Under Pressure Putin Responds to Hardline Russian Critics

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 03:00:49 GMT

Dmitry Elovsky talks to Eamon about the pressures on Putin. Dmitry is former Deputy Editor-in-Chief for the Russian independent channel TV Rain and is now based in Lithuania and is Presenter and Chief Editor for the You Tube channel Khordorkovsky.Live.

Recorded on 19th September 2022.

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Ep 1527: Dark Days For Sweden As Far Right Party Is in Line for Government

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 03:00:20 GMT

Stockholm-based journalist Philip O'Connor joins Eamon to talk about the rise of the Sweden Democrats party in the recent general election. The Swedish democrats are a nationalist, populist party with roots in a neo-Nazi party.

Recorded on 19th September 2022.

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Ep 1526: Premier League Review and the Reckless Sacking of Thomas Tuchel

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 13:10:41 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League games and to talk about Chelsea's owner Todd Boehly's sacking of Thomas Tuchel.

Recorded on 19th September 2022.

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Ep 1525: Liz Truss’s Policies Will Damage Britain and May Cast the Tories Into Opposition

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 03:00:26 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about what may come next for the British monarchy, the NI Protocol Bill and Britain's ambitions for a free trade deal with the US. Also Chris looks ahead to Chancellor of The Exchequer Kwasi Kwarteng's Fiscal Event to be delivered next Friday.

Recorded on 16th September 2022.

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Ep 1524: Trump Plays the System, Republicans Putting US Democracy on the Brink - Bad News For The West

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 03:00:02 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about Donald Trump's influence in the Republican Primaries for the US Midterm Elections. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor for The Hill and White House Columnist for that publication.

Recorded on 16th September 2022.

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Ep 1523: Complacency As Much A Cause of Energy Crisis as Putin's War

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 03:00:56 GMT

Economist Constantin Guirdiev talks to Eamon. As Ursula Von Der Leyen raises the issue of a windfall tax on energy companies Constantin outlines some of the many global factors causing the energy supply crisis in Europe.

Recorded 14th September 2022.

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Ep 1522: As Dubai Shuts the Door Kinahans Running Out of Places to Hide

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 03:00:42 GMT

Michael O'Toole talks to Eamon about the Kinahan Cartel and the impact of the sanctions placed on the Christopher Kinahan and his two sons Daniel and Christopher Jnr. Michael O'Toole is Crime Correspondent at The Irish Daily Stand and Crime Correspondent of the Year.

Recorded on 13th September 2022.

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Ep 1521: Duration of Putin’s War The Governing Factor in Our Economic Crisis

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 03:00:19 GMT

Economist and podcaster Jim Power talks to Eamon about the causes and impact of spiralling energy prices and general inflation of businesses and households.

Recorded 12th September 2022.

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Ep 1520: War in Ukraine - Fears That Humbled Putin May Resort to the Nuclear Option

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 03:00:37 GMT

Military analyst and author Senator Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about military developments in the Ukraine War and the failure so far of Putin's strategy.

Recorded on 12th September 2022

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Ep 1519: Putin’s Domestic Critics Go Public As Some of His Soldiers Give Up the Fight

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 14:12:16 GMT

Journalist and film maker Johnny O'Reilly talks to Eamon about developments on the the frontlines in the War in Ukraine.

Recorded on 12th September 2022.

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Ep 1518: Robert Harris on his new book Act of Oblivion

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 03:00:00 GMT

Author Robert Harris joins Eamon to talk about his new book Act of Oblivion and contemporary British politics.

Recorded 8th September 2022.

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Ep 1517: Serial Conman Trump Plays For Time in the American Courts

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 03:00:59 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist for that publication.

Recorded 9th September 2022.

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Ep 1516: No "Handouts" Truss Offers The Biggest Handout in British History

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 12:53:30 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Also Chris and Eamon talk about Prime Minister Liz Truss's plans to address the energy crisis.

Recorded 9th September 2022.

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Ep 1515: China / Russia Alliance Testing The West’s Resolve

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 03:00:28 GMT

Taiwan-based journalist William Yang joins Eamon to talk about China's alliance with Russia, the targeting of Japan with joint military exercises and the immense pressures on the Chinese economy with continuing Covid-19 lockdowns and trouble in the property market.

Recorded on 6th September 2022.

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Ep 1514: Long Covid Is a Chronic Illness - Why Is It Being Ignored In Ireland?

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 03:00:36 GMT

Christine Loscher, Professor of Immunology at DCU, talks to Eamon.

Recorded on 6th September 2022.

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Ep 1513: Premier League Review - No Agreement on VAR

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 13:37:35 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League games.

Recorded 5th September 2022.

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Ep 1512: Mikhail Gorbachev's Heroic Failure to Save The Soviet Union

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 03:00:39 GMT

Recorded on 2nd September 2022.

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Ep 1511: Joe Biden Takes the Gloves Off To Warn America Of The Republican Threat

Sat, 03 Sep 2022 03:00:30 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon. Niall is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on 2nd September 2022.

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Ep 1510: With Liz Truss Poised to Enter Downing Street, is Britain Bent on Self-Destruction?

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 03:00:07 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the likely election of Liz Truss to be Prime Minister of the UK.

Recorded on 1st September 2022.

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Ep 1509: As Micháel Martin Approaches the End of His Term as Taoiseach Tough Decisions Face FF/FG Coalition

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 03:00:47 GMT

Fionnán Sheehan talks to Eamon about the months ahead for Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael as the party leaders change positions making Leo Varadker the Taoiseach as Michael Martin becomes Tánaiste. Fionnán Sheehan is Ireland Editor for the Irish Independent.

Recorded on 30th August 2022.

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Ep 1508: Kherson: Ukraine Gaining the Upper Hand On the Frontline

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 03:00:32 GMT

Journalist and film maker Johnny O'Reilly talks to Eamon from Kyiv as Ukraine's counter offensive to reclaim Kherson is underway. Until very recently Johnny was embedded with Ukrainian troops in the Kherson region where he's making a documentary.

Recorded on 30th August 2022.

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Ep 1507: Richard Corrigan on Food, Brexit and Other Things

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 03:00:53 GMT

Richard Corrigan talks to Eamon. Richard is an Irish chef and restaurant patron. His restaurants include Bentley's Oyster Bar and Grill, in London and he also runs Virginia Park Lodge in Virginia, County Cavan. At the end of October Richard will open the Park Cafe in Dublin with restaurateur Ronan Ryan.

Recorded 29th August 2022

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Ep 1506: Haaland Can Drive Man City to New Heights

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 13:00:26 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League games.

Recorded 29th August 2022.

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Ep 1505: World's Economy Drifts Into Unchartered Waters

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 03:00:50 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the global events driving the energy and cost-of-living crises in Britain and the EU.

Recorded on 26th August 2022.

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Ep 1504: Trump In Deeper Trouble Than Ever Before

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 14:36:21 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about the case against Donald Trump as Florida judge orders redacted affidavit used for the FBI's Mar-a-Lago search warrant to be unsealed. Also Joe Biden and the renewed support for Democrats in light of the US Supreme Court overturning Roe v Wade. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist for that paper.

Recorded on 26th August 2022.

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Ep 1503: An Bord Pleanála Struggles To Restore It’s Credibility

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 03:00:05 GMT

Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent for the Examiner, talks to Eamon about the events surrounding the resignation of An Bórd Pleanála Deputy Chairman Paul Hyde.

Recorded on 23rd August 2022.

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Ep 1502: The War in Ukraine - A Russian Voice

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 04:45:09 GMT

Russian journalist and former Deputy Editor-in-Chief of TV Rain, Dmitry Elovsky, talks to Eamon about how Russians are responding to the war in Ukraine.

Recorded on 23rd August 2022.

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Ep 1501: Manchester Utd v Liverpool Review

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 13:44:41 GMT

John Giles and Eamon review last night's Manchester United v Liverpool game.

Recorded on 23rd August 2022.

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Ep 1500: Michael Collins - The Man and The Myth

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 03:00:13 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter, Professor of Modern Irish History at UCD, talks to Eamon on the centenary of Michael Collins death at Béal na Bláth in Co. Cork on 22nd August 1922.

Recorded on 22nd August 2022

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Ep 1499: ‘Pep’s’ City Not Unbeatable But Haaland The Real Deal .. Chelsea Get A Hiding at Elland Road

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 13:27:23 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League games including Newcastle v Man City, Leeds v Chelsea, Bournemouth v Arsenal, Crystal Palace v Aston Villa, Tottenham v Wolves and West Ham v Brighton. They also look ahead to tonight's Manchester United v Liverpool game.

Recorded on 22nd August 2022.

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Ep 1498: War in Ukraine - A Long War Will be a Test of Resilience for Russia and the West

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 03:00:32 GMT

Economist Constantin Gurdgiev talks to Eamon about the Russian economy and the impact sanctions are having on both Russia and across Europe, the expansion and growing economic power of the BRIC countries, and the forthcoming Italian election.

Recorded on 17th August 2022.

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Ep 1497: As Grave Dangers Abound, No Sign of Peace in Ukraine

Sun, 21 Aug 2022 03:00:19 GMT

Military Analyst Senator Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about developments in the Russia Ukraine War, the Russian take over of Europe's largest nuclear power plant in Zaporizhzhia, Ukrainian attacks in Crimea, and Turkey's role in negotiations with the United Nations, Ukraine and Russia.

Recorded on 19th August 2022.

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Ep 1496: Beyond Surreal, Beyond Bizarre, Britain Keeps Blundering On

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 03:00:49 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the Tory Leadership contest, Britain's high inflation rate, the lowest consumer confidence rate ever recorded in Britain and the potential trade war Britain faces with the EU should the Northern Ireland Protocol Bill be implemented.

Recorded on 19th August 2022.

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Ep 1495: Ukraine War Will Pose a Serious Threat to Europe This Autumn and Winter

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 03:00:41 GMT

John Kampfner joins Eamon to talk about the impact of the war in Ukraine on European and global politics. They also discuss China's response to Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan, Italy's forthcoming general election and the Tory leadership contest in Britain. John Kampfner is an author and journalist and is currently Executive Director, UK in the World Initiative, at Chatham House.

Recorded on 17th August 2022.

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Ep 1494: Taiwan Calm In the Face of Chinese Aggression

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 03:00:15 GMT

Taipei-based journalist William Yang joins Eamon to talk about China's response to the recent visit to Taiwan by Nancy Pelosi.

Recorded 17th August 2022.

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Ep 1493: Can American Democracy Survive If Played by Trump’s Rules?

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 03:00:22 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about the background and reaction to the FBI raid on Mar-a-Lago, Donald Trump's Florida home, Trump's enduring hold of the Republican Party, and the continuing work of January 6th Committee. Niall is Associate Editor of the Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded 16th August 2022.

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Ep 1492: Manchester United - Digging Their Own Grave and No Signs of Stopping

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 16:38:50 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to talk about Manchester United's start to the Premier League season under new manager Erik ten Hag. Also Antonio Conte and Thomas Tuchel's sending off following their clash as Chelsea draws with Tottenham. And John gives his view on Leeds' start to the season.

Recorded 16th August 2022.

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Ep 1491: Premier League Title - Too Early to Call Despite Man City’s Impressive Start

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 12:37:32 GMT

Liam Brady joins Eamon to review the first two weeks of the 2022/23 Premier League season.

Recorded on 16th August 2022.

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Repost: Ballymurphy to Derry – Eamonn McCann on the Paras' Massacres

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 03:00:45 GMT

Eamonn McCann talks to Eamon about the campaign to get justice for ten people murdered by the British Army in West Belfast in 1971, and what Boris Johnson's response to findings at an inquest into the deaths at Ballymurphy can tell us about the British attitude to Northern Ireland. Eamonn McCann is an author, journalist and political activist.

This episode was first posted on 13th May 2021.

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Repost: The Irish Civil War - Between Two Hells

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 03:00:24 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter talks to Eamon about his book "Between Two Hells. Diarmaid is Professor of Modern Irish History at UCD.

This episode was first posted on 8th November 2021

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Repost: Ronnie Whelan on Liverpool's Greatest Manager and his Difficult Relationship with Big Jack

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 03:00:23 GMT

Ronnie Whelan joins Eamon to discuss his legendary football career, the tragedies at Heysel and Hillsborough, and playing for the great Bob Paisley during his time at Liverpool.

This episode was first posted on 24th March 2017.

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Repost: Gabriel Byrne - Walking With Ghosts

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 03:00:29 GMT

Author and actor Gabriel Byrne and Eamon talk about Gabriel's memoir Walking with Ghosts.

This episode was first posted on 3rd December 2020.

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Repost: The Running Book by John Connell

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 03:00:59 GMT

Author, farmer and amateur long-distance runner John Connell talks to Eamon about his book "The Running Book".

This episode was first posted on 11th December 2020.

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Repost: Cop26 - Glasgow Summit Hints At Hope But No Promise

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 03:00:31 GMT

John Gibbons and Kirsty Gogan talk to Eamon about the outcomes of Cop 26. John is a Climate journalist contributing to The Sunday Business Post and The Irish Times, and Kirsty is founder and managing partner of TerraPraxis, an advisor to Governments and NGOs on innovative ways to debarbonise, and chairs the UK Government’s Nuclear Innovation Research and Advisory Board (NIRAB) Cost Reduction Working Group.

This episode was first posted on 16th November 2021.

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Repost: Graeme Souness Looks Back on his Illustrious Playing and Managing Career

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 03:00:46 GMT

Eamon Dunphy in conversation with Liverpool legend Graeme Souness.

This episode was first posted on 14th April 2017.

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Ep 1490: Elvis - The Fact and the Fiction

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 03:00:07 GMT

Following the release of Baz Luhrmann’s film “Elvis”, BP Fallon joins Eamon to talk about the great Elvis Presley.

Recorded 7th July 2022.

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Repost: Maradona - "Maybe the Greatest of Them All"

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 03:00:57 GMT

John Giles and Eamon pay tribute to the great Diego Maradona.

First posted on 26th November 2020.

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Repost: The Murder of Mr Moonlight

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 03:00:28 GMT

Catherine Fegan, Chief Correspondent at the Irish Daily Mail and Irish Mail on Sunday, talks to Eamon about the murder case that gripped the nation.

This episode was first posted on 18th November 2019.

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Repost: Liam Brady - Italian Football in its Golden Era

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 03:00:21 GMT

Liam Brady talks to Eamon about his seven seasons in Italy.

First posted on 14th April 2020

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Special Episode - Eamon Meets Four Sporting Greats at the Ultimate Now Sports Quiz

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 03:00:52 GMT

This is a sponsored episode from NOW. Eamon spoke to four sporting greats, former Man United player John O'Shea, Rugby and soccer international and GAA footballer Lindsay Peat, rugby international and Leinster player Seán Cronin, and GAA footballer for Dublin Kevin McManamon at the Ultimate Now Sports Quiz held in the Camden in Dublin at the end of June.

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Ep 1489: Truss-Sunak Leadership Contest - Tory Government Lurches to the Right

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 13:39:35 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the policies, and their potential impact, of the two contenders for the Tory leadership, Foreign Secretary Liz Truss and former Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak. Chris Johns hosts his own podcast, The Other Hand, with Jim Power.

Recorded on 21st July 2022.

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Ep 1488: Climate Emergency - Fiddling While Our World Burns

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 03:00:28 GMT

Campaigning journalist John Gibbons talks to Eamon about the climate emergency and how the geo-political events of the moment are distracting from the severity of what the planet faces.

Recorded on 7th July 2022

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Ep 1487: Strong Hints That Donald Trump Will Run For President in 2024

Sun, 17 Jul 2022 05:35:40 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about Joe Biden's trip to the Middle East, the impact of the January 6th Hearings and indications that Donald Trump will run for the Presidency in the 2024.

Recorded on 15th July 2022.

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Ep 1486: Tories Choose The Next Prime Minister From a Field on Non-Entities

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 15:11:36 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns talks to Eamon in advance of the televised debates with the final five Tory leadership contenders. In their conversation Chris gives insight to the economic landscape in Britain in which these debates take place and talks about the collapse of good governance in the Tory government.

Recorded 15th July 2022.

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Ep 1485: Pursuit of the Kinahan Cartel Will Be “relentless and for years”, says Garda Commissioner

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 03:00:52 GMT

Michael O'Toole talks to Eamon about the on-going pursuit of the the Kinahan Cartel in light of the garda raid and seizure of a major consignment of cannabis at a seemingly legitimate company in Kilkenny. Michael O'Toole is Crime Journalist of the Year and Crime Correspondent for The Irish Daily Star.

Recorded 14th July 2022.

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Ep 1484: Euro 2022 - Hosts England Make Spectacular Start

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 03:00:53 GMT

Journalist Philip O'Connor talks to Eamon about the UEFA Women's Euro England 2022 as the tournament gets underway.

Recorded at 6pm on 13th July 2022.

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Ep 1483: The Many Dangers of a Long War in Ukraine

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 03:00:15 GMT

Senator Tom Clonan joins Eamon to talk about developments in Russia's war against Ukraine.

Recorded 12th July 2022.

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Ep 1482: No Immediate Danger to Government from Sinn Fein No Confidence Motion But Trouble Down the Line

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 03:00:53 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon about the Government parties in advance of the no-confidence vote the Government is facing. Also what does the next Government look like if and when Sinn Féin become the majority party? Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for the Irish Independent.

Recorded 11th July 2022.

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Ep 1481: The Terrible Choices Tories Face As They Search For a New Leader

Mon, 11 Jul 2022 03:00:31 GMT

Author and journalist Peter Oborne talks to Eamon about Boris Johnson and the Tory Party line-up for the leadership election. Peter's website Eamon refers to is https://boris-johnson-lies.com/ and his latest book is The Fate of Abraham: Why the West is Wrong about Islam.

Recorded on 8th July 2022.

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Ep 1480: Restless Democrats Openly Doubting Joe Biden

Sat, 09 Jul 2022 03:00:15 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about the Highland Park shootings and the Democrats who are making moves for the 2024 Presidential Election. Also the Supreme Court ruling last week that limited the EPA’s authority to regulate global warming pollution and the January 6th Committee Hearings that will take place on the 12th July. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist for that paper.

Recorded 8th July 2022.

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Ep 1479: Boris Johnson Resigns - Can Britain Recover?

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 14:12:47 GMT

John Kampfner spoke to Eamon shortly after Boris Johnson's resignation as Britain's Prime Minister about Johnson's impact on Britain and the Tory Party. John Kampfner is an author, a journalist and an Executive Director at Chatham House

Recorded at 11.30am on 7th July 2022.

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Ep 1478: Covid-19 - Here To Stay, Caution Still Required

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 03:00:27 GMT

Professor of Immunology at DCU, Christine Loscher, talks to Eamon about the summer wave of Covid-19.

Recorded on 5th July 2022.

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Ep 1477: While Boris Johnson Survives the British Government Crumbles

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 12:38:02 GMT

Economist, commentator and podcaster Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about Boris Johnson and the most recent Tory government resignations that started yesterday with the departure of Sajid Javid and Rishi Sunak.

Recorded 6th July 2022.

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Ep 1476: Sophie Toscan du Plantier - Cold Case Review of West Cork Murder

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 13:46:30 GMT

Mick Clifford talks to Eamon about the background to the investigation of the murder of the Sophie Toscan du Plantier and a Garda Síochána decision to carry out a cold case review. Mick Clifford is Special Correspondent for the Irish Examiner.

Recorded on 5th July 2022.

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Ep 1475: UEFA Euro 2022: Women’s Football Gaining Ever More Credibility And Respect

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 03:00:32 GMT

Philip O'Connor joins Eamon to preview UEFA Women's Euro England 2022 which starts on Wednesday 6th July.

Recorded on 29th June 2022.

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Ep 1474: Brexit - Boris’s Blundering May Trigger A Trade War Nobody Wants

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 03:47:01 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the impact of Brexit on the UK economy. Also Tory sleaze and Chris Pincher MP's alleged drunken assault of two men at the Carlton Club and his resignation as Tory Deputy Chief Whip. Chris Johns is co-host with Jim Power of "The Other Hand" podcast. In the course of the interview Chris refers to an article by Tom McTeague published in the Atlantic on 20th June '22.

Recorded on 1st July 2022.

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Ep 1473: War in Ukraine Won’t End Until Putin Goes

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 03:00:05 GMT

Journalist and film maker Johnny O'Reilly joins Eamon from Dnipro to talk about the War in Ukraine.

Recorded on 30th June 2022.

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Ep 1472: American Democracy’s Struggle Against Fanatics In High Places

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 05:53:53 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about Cassidy Hutchinson's testimony at the sixth of the January 6th Committee Hearings. Niall Stanage is Associated Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that paper.

Recorded on 29th June 2022.

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Ep 1471: US Sanctions A Game Changer for the Kinahan Cartel

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 06:21:58 GMT

Michael O'Toole talks to Eamon about the impact US sanctions are having on those associated with the Kinahan Cartel. Michael O'Toole is Crime Correspondent for the Irish Daily Star and Crime Journalist of the Year.

Recorded on 28th June 2022.

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Ep 1470: John Delaney’s Fight With the ODCE Goes to Extra Time

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 13:16:26 GMT

Mark Tighe talks to Eamon about John Delaney and the investigation by the Office of the Director of Corporate Enforcement into matters at the FAI while John Delaney was Chief Executive there. Mark Tighe is a reporter at the Sunday Independent and author of Champagne Football.

Recorded on 28th June 2022.

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Ep 1469: US Supreme Court Reverses Roe v Wade Judgement

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 10:49:19 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about the January 6th Committee Public Hearings in Washington and, as news came through, about the US Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v Wade. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor for The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on 24th June 2022.

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Ep 1468: British Voters Turn On Boris - Will The Tories Follow?

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 16:22:49 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon following Tory defeat in the Wakefield and Tiverton and Honiton by-elections.

Recorded on 24th June 2022.

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Ep 1467: Northern Protocol - British Ignorance A Mortal Threat To Business North and South

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 03:00:23 GMT

Verona Murphy talks to Eamon about food and energy poverty and the increased cost of haulage brought on by fuel inflation, regulatory compliance, and trade diversion. Verona Murphy is Independent TD for Wexford and former President of the Irish Road Haulage Association.

Recorded on 22nd June 2022.

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Ep 1466: Cost of Living Crisis - No Way Back To Normal Anytime Soon

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 03:00:57 GMT

Jim Power talks to Eamon about the cost of living crisis. Jim Power is an economist and co-hosts The Other Hand podcast with Chris Johns.

Recorded on 20th June 2022.

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Ep 1465: Terminal Setback for Macron as Left and Right Converge to Deny Him Parliamentary Majority

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 06:44:34 GMT

Lara Marlowe talks to Eamon following the French National Assembly elections, Lara is Paris Correspondent for the Irish Times.

Recorded on 21st June 2022.

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Ep 1464: Julian Assange - Telling The Ugly Truth And Now Facing Life in Prison

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 03:00:38 GMT

Recorded on 20th June 2022.

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Ep 1463: China Increases Pressure on Taiwan as Biden Makes America’s Commitment Explicit

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 03:00:38 GMT

Taiwan-based journalist William Yang talks to Eamon about China's ambitions to reclaim Taiwan and Joe Biden's commitment to defend the island against a Chinese invasion. And as China aligns with Russia Japan increases its own military defence systems.

Recorded on 14th June 2022.

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Ep 1462: No Good News for Biden as Interest Rates Rise and Jan 6th Revelations Fail to Gain Traction

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 03:00:51 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about the impact of inflation and rising interest rates and the influence on personal finances. They also talk about Joe Biden's increased support for Ukraine and Wednesday's 6th January Hearings.

Recorded 16th June 2022.

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Ep 1461: Comedy Or Tragedy - Will Johnson’s Government Run out of People to Fight!

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 03:00:19 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about Liz Truss's legislation introduced to address the NI Protocol and the growing rift with the EU. Also Priti Patel's attempt to send migrants to Rwanda. Chris hosts his own podcast, The Other Hand, with Jim Power.

Recorded on 15th June 2022.

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Ep 1460: Ireland Needs A Settled Team Before European Qualifiers

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 12:25:17 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to pay tribute to former Ireland international Noel Campbell and talk about the Nations League and Ireland's performance in the four recent international matches.

Recorded 15th June 2022.

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Ep 1459: Constitutional Referendum Required to Erase Ireland’s Housing Crisis

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 03:00:22 GMT

Rory Hearne talks to Eamon about the housing crisis, the underlying problems and possible solutions. Rory Hearne is Assistant Professor Social Policy at Maynooth University, author of 'Housing Shock', and hosts the Reboot Republic podcast with Tony Groves.

Recorded 14th June 2022.

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Ep 1458: No End in Sight for the Long Attritional War In Ukraine

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 03:00:26 GMT

Journalist and author John Kampfner talks to Eamon about Germany's response to the war in Ukraine and former Chancellor Angela Merkel's recent interview about her legacy in the Berliner Ensemble.

Recorded 13th June 2022.

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Ep 1457: Boris’s New Bill May Give DUP More Than They Can Deal With

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 14:21:18 GMT

Journalist Newton Emerson talks to Eamon about Boris Johnson's unilateral plans to introduce legislation to address unionist issues with the Northern Ireland Protocol in Britain's Brexit agreement with the EU.

Recorded on 13th June 2022.

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Ep 1456: Ukraine’s Second City Kharkiv Holds Firm Against Russians

Sun, 12 Jun 2022 03:00:39 GMT

Journalist and film maker Johnny O'Reilly talks to Eamon about life in Kharkiv in the north east of tUkraine where the Ukrainian army has pushed back the Russian army but bombardments continue. They also talk about the impact of the war across Europe, how European leaders are responding and the power of President Zellensky's communications with world leaders and people of the world.

Recorded 8th June 2022.

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Ep 1455: January 6th Hearings - No Healing of Wounds in Trump Nation

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 03:00:10 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about the 6th January Committee Hearings which began on Thursday. Also the vehemence of protests around Roe-v-Wade and the attempted murder on Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh for which a man was arrested on Thursday. Niall Stanage is White House Correspondent for The Hill and Associate Editor of that publication.

Recorded 9th June 2022.

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Ep 1454: An Bord Pleanála- Serious Questions Being Asked

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 03:00:56 GMT

Mick Clifford talks to Eamon. Mick is Special Correspondent for The Irish Examiner and former Journalist of the Year.

Recorded 8th June 2022.

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Ep 1453: Johnson Won’t Change, He’ll Be Gone Before Christmas

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 03:00:55 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon in the aftermath of Boris Johnson's narrow win in Monday's vote of confidence. They discuss what his win means for both Johnson and the Tory Party.

Recorded 8th June 2022.

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Ep 1452: Boris Johnson - Damaged But Not Fatally Damaged

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 16:08:08 GMT

Following Boris Johnson's survival of yesterday's Vote of Confidence in his leadership, journalist and author Peter Oborne talks to Eamon about Johnson's leadership and the power bases behind him. In the course of the conversation Eamon references Peter’s website Boris-Johnson-Lies.com and his book “The Assault on Truth: Boris Johnson, Donald Trump and the Emergence of a New Moral Barbarism. Peter's most recent book is The Fate of Abraham: Why the West is Wrong About Islam.

Recorded 7th June 2922.

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Ep 1451: The Partisan Poison Threatening US Democracy

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 03:00:39 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about America's gun violence and the threats to American democracy. In the course of the conversation Eamon mentions two books - How Civil Wars Start: And How to Stop Them by Barbara F Walter, and This Will Not Pass: Trump, Biden, and the Battle for America’s Future by Jonathan Martin and Alexander Burns. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist for that publication.

Recorded 3rd June 2022.

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Ep 1450: Boris and His Wife Carrie Booed and Mocked At Jubilee Celebrations, The End of the Road For Johnson?

Sat, 04 Jun 2022 03:00:20 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the Platinum Jubilee and what might be in store for Boris Johnson when the celebrations are over.

Recorded 3rd June 2022.

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Ep 1449: Ukraine Needs West’s Weapons to Combat Russian Offensive

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 03:00:54 GMT

Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about the current status of the war in Ukraine. Tom Clonan is a retired Captain in the Irish Army, a Military Analyst and Senator for Trinity College Dublin.

Recorded on 1st June, 2022.

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Ep 1448: Kinahan Cartel - Under Pressure But Still in Business

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 03:00:34 GMT

Michael O'Toole, Crime Correspondent at the Irish Daily Star and Crime Journalist of the Year, talks to Eamon about the Kinahan Cartel and the Finglas gang feud.

Recorded 31st May 2022.

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Ep 1447: Sinn Féin Tops the Poll But Will Need a Willing Partner To Govern

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 03:00:13 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon about Sinn Féin's lead in the recent RedC Polls for The Sunday Business Post. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for Independent.ie.

Recorded 31st May 2022.

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Ep 1446: A Future Europe Vulnerable Without Weapons And Unity

Tue, 31 May 2022 03:00:05 GMT

Journalist and author John Kampfner talks to Eamon about the impact of global crises and a threat posed by a new world order.

Recorded 30th May 2023.

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Ep 1445: Ted Walsh Remembers Lester Piggott

Mon, 30 May 2022 16:53:06 GMT

Trainer and Horse Racing Analyst Ted Walsh talks to Eamon about the great Lester Piggott who died in Switzerland on Sunday morning.

Recorded 30th May 2022.

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Ep 1444: Champions League Final Review - Liverpool Have Questions to Answer

Mon, 30 May 2022 12:03:27 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the Champions League Final between Liverpool and Real Madrid.

Recorded 30th May 2022.

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Ep 1443: Covid-19 - Reflections on a Pandemic

Mon, 30 May 2022 03:00:31 GMT

Tomás Ryan joins Eamon to reflect on Covid-19 so far - the end of the first wave, the seasonal nature of the virus, long-Covid, how it behaves as people return to normal behaviour, and Tomás's own personal experience with having the virus.

Recorded 26th May 2022.

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Ep 1442: Mass Shooting of Children in Texas Won't Change American Gun Law

Sun, 29 May 2022 07:00:15 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about the mass shooting in an elementary school by a lone 18 year old gunman this week in Uvalde,Texas that saw the loss of the lives of 19 children and two of their teachers. They also discuss gun laws and the reaction across America to yet another mass shooting. Niall is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist for that paper.

Recorded 27th May 2022.

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Ep 1441: Champions League Preview - No Surprise if Real Are Champions Again

Sat, 28 May 2022 03:00:06 GMT

Barcelona-based journalist Richard Fitzpatrick joins Eamon in advance of the Champions League Final between Liverpool and Real Madrid in Paris. They also talk about European soccer, the impact of Kylian Mbappé's rejection of Real Madrid's offer as he accepts a record breaking deal to stay in PSG.

Recorded 27th May 2022.

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Ep 1440: Sue Gray Report - Boris Survives To Lie Another Day

Fri, 27 May 2022 03:00:40 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the fallout on the release of the Sue Gray Report.

Recorded 26th May 2022.

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Ep 1439: Ukraine War - Putin’s Gangster Mentality Stiffens Ukraine’s Resolve

Thu, 26 May 2022 03:00:32 GMT

Irish journalist and film maker Johnny O'Reilly talks to Eamon from Kyiv about the war in Ukraine, a country that is structurally and emotionally devastated but dealing with that will have to wait until after the war is over. Johnny also talks about the immense support for Zelensky among Ukrainians and the slow erosion of support for Putin in Russia and what might trigger greater dissent.

Recorded 24th May 2022.

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Ep 1438: I’m A Patriot, I Love My Country But I Won’t Go Back While Putin’s in Power

Wed, 25 May 2022 03:00:25 GMT

Russian journalist Dmitry Elovsky talks to Eamon about his life in exile from Russia, his views on his country and the slow movement towards dissent there. Dmitry is former Editor-in-Chief of TV Rain, closed by Russian authorities after the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Recorded 24th May 2022.

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Ep 1437: Liam Brady - ‘Pep’s’ Man City Deserve Their Premier League Success

Tue, 24 May 2022 15:26:03 GMT

Liam Brady joins Eamon to review the final games of the Premier League's thrilling 2021/22 season and makes his selection for Player of the Year and Coach of the Year. Liam and Eamon also talk about the high quality of English soccer in the modern age.

Recorded 24th May 2022.

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Ep 1436: Hunger Will Be A Feature of the Global Economic Crisis

Tue, 24 May 2022 03:00:36 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon about the crisis in the property rental sector in Ireland, inflation and massive disruption in global supply chains, most particularly in food supply where the worst is yet to come.

Recorded 23rd May 2022.

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Ep 1435: John Giles Agrees with ‘Pep’ - the Premier League is More Impressive Than The Champions League

Mon, 23 May 2022 14:27:53 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the final day of the Premier League 2021/2022 season and they select their Player of the Year and Coach of the Year.

Recorded 23rd May 2022.

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Ep 1434: Global Economy- Unprecedented And Frightening After Brexit, Covid and War

Mon, 23 May 2022 03:00:43 GMT

Economist Constantin Gurdgiev joins Eamon to talk about the economic impact of major world events. Constantin is Adjunct Professor of Finance at Trinity College Dublin.

Recorded 17th May 2022.

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Ep 1433: Boris’s Tory Government - Incompetent, Dishonest, Out of Friends and Ideas

Sat, 21 May 2022 03:00:02 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about Britain's 9% inflation and dire warnings from Andrew Bailey, Governor of the Bank of England, Sue Grey's soon to be published report on Partygate, the NI Protocol and the threatened trade war with Europe and Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi's warnings to the UK government about no free trade deal if Boris tampers with the Good Friday / Belfast Agreement. Also the possible secret pact between Labour and the Lib Dems.

Recorded 20th May 2022.

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Ep 1432: The American Dream Risks Becoming a Nightmare

Fri, 20 May 2022 13:30:16 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about the mass shooting at Tops Supermarket in Buffalo by Patent S Gendron, racism in America, the Republican Primaries, the challenges facing America's democracy, and Nancy Pelosi's warnings to the UK about their prospects of a free trade deal with the US. Niall is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist for that publication.

Recorded on 20th May 2022.

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Ep 1431: Fear the Driver As Sweden Drops 200 Years of Neutrality To Join NATO

Thu, 19 May 2022 03:00:19 GMT

Stockholm-based journalist Philip O'Connor talks to Eamon about Sweden and Finland formally applying to join NATO and why the decision has been made.

Recorded 18th May 2022.

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Ep 1430: From Prison to Power - Danny Morrison on his and Sinn Féin’s Journey North and South

Wed, 18 May 2022 03:00:06 GMT

Republican intellectual Danny Morrison talks to Eamon. Go to https://www.dannymorrison.com/ for more information on the books written by Danny mentioned in the podcast.

Recorded 17th May 2022.

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Ep 1429: After Many Years of Turning A Blind Eye To Londongrad Boris Seeks Redemption in Ukraine

Tue, 17 May 2022 03:00:27 GMT

Journalist and author John Kampfner talks to Eamon about Putin's decision to wage war in Ukraine, Sweden and Finland deciding to apply for NATO membership and how the West is responding to Putin's war.

Recorded 16th May 2022.

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Ep 1428: Premier League - Much To Be Decided In the Final Week

Mon, 16 May 2022 12:09:56 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to talk about the weekend's FA Cup Final between Liverpool and Chelsea, the Premier League and the final games in the season.

Recorded 16th May 2022.

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Ep 1427: US Anger At Britain’s Protocol Games

Sun, 15 May 2022 03:00:24 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about the Biden administration’s serious interest in Britain’s row with the EU over the NI Ireland Protocol, Inflation and Biden’s continuing poor performance in the polls.

Recorded 13th May 2022.

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Ep 1426: Boris Johnson - Making It Up As He Goes Along … And Then Changing It

Fri, 13 May 2022 14:12:24 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about Boris Johnson and his government's positions on the Northern Ireland Protocol and the war in Ukraine. They also discuss inflation and the Bank of England's decision to raise interest rates.

Recorded on 13th May 2022.

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Ep 1425: With Intense Negotiations By All Parties NI Protocol Issues Can Be Resolved

Thu, 12 May 2022 03:00:29 GMT

Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern talks to Eamon about last week's Assembly Election results and the Northern Ireland Protocol.

Recorded 10th May 2022.

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Ep 1424: War in Ukraine - Putin’s Battlefield Failures Make Him Dangerous

Wed, 11 May 2022 03:00:41 GMT

Military analyst and senator Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about Vladamir Putin's Victory Day, developments in the War in Ukraine and what Putin may do next.

Recorded 10th May 2022.

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Ep 1423: Sinn Féin Tops Assembly Poll But No Real Change Expected

Tue, 10 May 2022 03:00:30 GMT

Journalist, author and activist Eamonn McCann talks to Eamon about the Northern Ireland Assembly election results.

Recorded 9th May 2022.

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Ep 1422: Premier League - Man United’s Latest Shame

Mon, 09 May 2022 12:57:50 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady review the weekend's Premier League games including Arsenal v Leeds, Brighton v Manchester United, Manchester City v Newcastle and Tottenham's draw with Liverpool at Anfield.

Recorded 9th May 2022.

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Ep 1421: Sweden Set to Abandon Neutrality and Join NATO

Mon, 09 May 2022 03:00:29 GMT

Stockholm-based journalist Philip O'Connor talks to Eamon about Sweden's moves to join NATO.

Recorded 4th May 2022.

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Ep 1420: Leaked Supreme Court Opinion Reflects Growing Polarisation

Sat, 07 May 2022 06:51:03 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon from Washington. Niall is Associate Editor of the American political newspaper, The Hill, and that newspaper's White House columnist.

Recorded 6th May 2022.

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Ep 1419: No Quick Fix For Economic Woes but Ireland Better Placed Than Most

Fri, 06 May 2022 11:45:09 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about economic challenges ahead.

Recorded 6th May 2022.

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Ep 1418: Almost Mystical , Real’s Triumph in the Bernabéu

Thu, 05 May 2022 12:14:46 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the Champions League semi-finals between Villarreal and Liverpool and Real Madrid and Manchester City. They also look ahead to a Liverpool v Real Madrid final in Paris on 28th May.

Recorded on 5th May 2022.

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Ep 1417: China’s Zero Covid Crisis Threatens Social Stability And Economy

Thu, 05 May 2022 03:00:20 GMT

Taiwan-based journalist William Yang talks to Eamon.

Recorded 4th May 2022.

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Ep 1416: Ukraine's Morale Boosted By Growing Western Support

Wed, 04 May 2022 03:00:44 GMT

Journalist and film maker Johnny O'Reilly talks to Eamon from Kyiv about how the war is developing, the growing support of the West and the hardening resolve of Ukrainians.

Recorded 3rd May 2022.

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Ep 1415: Premier League Review - Leeds in Trouble And Roy Keane’s Remarkable Snub to Paul Scholes

Tue, 03 May 2022 15:00:13 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady review the weekend's Premier League games with Eamon including Leeds v Manchester City, Newcastle v Liverpool, Everton v Chelsea, West Ham v Arsenal, Brentford v Manchester United. They also talk about the battle for the league title and Roy Keane's picks for his top Manchester United team.

Recorded 3rd May 2022.

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Ep 1414: Katie Taylor - The History Maker Triumphs Again

Tue, 03 May 2022 12:50:39 GMT

Following Katie Taylor's victory in her fight against Amanda Serrano in Madison Square Garden Kieran Cunningham talks to Eamon. Kieran is Chief Sports Writer and current affairs columnist at the Irish Daily Star and is Sports Journalist of the Year.

Recorded on 3rd May 2022.

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Ep 1413: West Awakes And Unites to Fight Putin’s Russia

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 07:30:37 GMT

John Kampfner talks to Eamon about the impact of the war in Ukraine across the West. John is an author and journalist and an Executive Director at Chatham House, leading its UK in the World initiative.

Recorded on 27th April 2022.

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Ep 1412: Is Dubai The Kinahans’ Last Stand?

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 03:00:48 GMT

Michael O'Toole, Crime Correspondent at The Irish Daily Star and Crime Journalist of the Year, talks to Eamon.

Recorded 26th April 2022.

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Ep 1411: Champions League Semi-Finals Review

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 14:49:43 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the Champions League semi-final games between Liverpool and Villarreal and Manchester City and Real Madrid. They agree on the finalists but differ on their predictions for this year's winner. They also discuss Manchester United and Arsenal.

Recorded 28th April 2022.

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Ep 1410: Elon Musk Buys Twitter - Is Now The Time To Regulate The World’s Largest Public Square?

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 03:00:59 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about Elon Musk, his purchase of Twitter and how the social media platform might develop with its new owner.

Recorded 27th April 2022.

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Ep 1409: War in Ukraine - Unpredictable Putin Must Be Stopped As We Reach a very Dangerous Moment

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 03:00:29 GMT

Tom Clonan is an Irish senator, security analyst, author and retired Irish Army Captain. He talks to Eamon about the three phases so far in the war in Ukraine and how this war could develop.

Recorded 26th April 2022.

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Ep 1408: Pride, Determination and Fear As Ukraine Resists The Savage Russian Assault

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 03:00:45 GMT

Journalist and film maker Johnny O'Reilly talks to Eamon from Kyiv as the war in Ukraine enters its third month.

Recorded 25th April 2022.

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Ep 1407: Man United Owners The Biggest Obstacle To New Coach’s Success

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 16:42:11 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to talk about Man United's new coach, Erik ten Hag, to review the weekend's Premier League games and preview the Leeds v Crystal Palace match tonight.

Recorded 25th April 2022.

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Ep 1406: French Election - Relief in Europe As Macron Wins But Troubling Trends Emerge

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 13:57:01 GMT

Lara Marlowe, Paris Correspondent for The Irish Times, joins Eamon to talk about Emmanuel Macron's victory in the French Presidential Election and what it means for France.

Recorded 25th April 2022.

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Repost: Living the Dream

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 03:00:54 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to discuss their experiences of leaving home as teenagers to go play football in England.

This episode was recorded and first played out on 3rd May 2020.

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Ep 1405: Why Ireland Should Stay Neutral and Europe Should Resist NATO's Embrace

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 03:00:54 GMT

Richard Boyd Barrett is an Irish People Before Profit/Solidarity politician and TD for Dún Laoghaire. He talks to Eamon about the war in Ukraine, Europe's militarisation and Ireland's neutrality.

Recorded 12th April 2022.

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Ep 1404: World Economy Faces Into a Perfect Storm And It's Frightening

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 03:00:11 GMT

Constantin Gurdgiev talks to Eamon about the impact of sanctions on Russia and the challenges facing the world economy. Constantin Gurdgiev is a Russian economist and professor at Trinity College Dublin.

Recorded 13th April 2022.

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Ep 1403: Europe Holds Its Breath Lest France Elect Marine LePen

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 03:00:25 GMT

Lara Marlowe spoke to Eamon following the first round in the French Presidential election that saw Emmanuel Macron and Marine LePen make it through to be the two candidates in next Sunday's final vote. Lara Marlowe in Paris Correspondent for The Irish Times.

Recorded 12th April 2022.

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Repost: Clare Daly On Why She Seeks Her Future in Europe

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 15:56:24 GMT

In May 2019 prior to the European Elections Clare Daly, now MEP, spoke to Eamon about her political beliefs and Europe.

Recorded May 2019.

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Ep 1402: As America Looks Inwards Biden and Democrats Face ‘Biblical Disaster’ In Midterms

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 03:00:50 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon. Biden's success in galvanising the West against Russia's war in Ukraine continues to fail to reflect favourably on Democrats in the opinion polls, inflation remains no. 1 concern for Americans, Jared Kushner receives $2 billion from MBS's Saudi investment fund and Donald Trump supports some unusual Republican candidates in the coming election.

Recorded 15th April 2022.

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Ep 1401: Boris Trumps Britain

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 03:00:38 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

Recorded 14th April 2022.

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Ep 1400: End Game For Kinahan Cartel

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 03:00:06 GMT

Michael O’Toole and Kieran Cunningham talk to Eamon as Kinahan Cartel is sanctioned by the US government. Michael O'Toole is Crime Correspondent for the Irish Daily Star and Crime Journalist of the Year and Kieran Cunningham is Chief Sports Writer for the Irish Daily Star and Sports Journalist of the Year.

Recorded 13th April 2022.

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Ep 1399: Can The West Pay the Price To Cripple Putin’s Economy?

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 03:00:52 GMT

Author and journalist John Kampfner talks to Eamon about the French Presidential election and the rise of populist political leaders in the West. Also, what will Putin do next in Ukraine?

Recorded 11th April 2022.

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Ep 1398: Who Is Robert Watt And Why Is Everyone Talking About Him?

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 03:00:26 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor for Independent Newspapers, talks to Eamon about the events surrounding CMO Tony Holohan's secondment toTrinity College and his subsequent decision to walk away.

Recorded on 11th April 2022.

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Ep 1397: Man City Liverpool - A Thriller But Not In A Good Way

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 14:37:46 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League games.

Recorded 11th April 2022.

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Ep 1396: High Inflation And Rising Interest Rates Here for the Long Term

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 03:00:22 GMT

Economist and Commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about food shortages and global inflation and the underlying causes.

Recorded on 8th April 2022.

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Ep 1395: Biden’s Robust Support for NATO And Ukraine Yields No Political Dividend At Home

Sat, 09 Apr 2022 03:00:53 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon. While Joe Biden supports NATO and Ukraine, Republicans and Trump are trending towards Isolationism and Tucker Carlson and Fox News voice support for Vladimir Putin. Also Republican Senator Mitch McConnell finds no reason to celebrate the confirmation of Ketanji Brown Jackson's nomination to the Supreme Court. Niall and Eamon also talk about the missing logs from the White House for critical hours of 6th January 2020. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor for The Hill and White House Columnist for that paper.

Recorded 8th April, 2022.

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Ep 1394: Putin Has Failed, That Makes Him Very Dangerous

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 03:00:43 GMT

Newly-elected Senator and Military Analyst Tom Clonan joins Eamon to talk about the next phases of the War in Ukraine.

Recorded 7th April 2022.

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Ep 1393: Journalist and Film Maker Johnny O’Reilly Bears Witness to Putin’s Crimes

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 05:18:56 GMT

Journalist and film maker Johnny O'Reilly talks to Eamon from Kyiv.

Recorded 6th April 2022.

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Ep 1392: Dublin Airport - Exploitation, Opportunism, Greed and Danger

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 03:00:48 GMT

Mark Paul, Business Affairs Correspondent with The Irish Times, talks to Eamon about travel chaos at Dublin Airport.

Recorded 5th April 2022.

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Ep 1391: A Young Russian Voice Denounces Putin’s War

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 03:00:25 GMT

Former Deputy Editor-in-Chief of TV Rain, Dmitry Elovsky, talks about his sadness and why he’s leaving Putin’s Russia.

Recorded 4th April 2022.

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Ep 1390: All to Play For In The Best Premier League Ever

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 13:49:31 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League games.

Recorded 4th April 2022.

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Ep 1389: Global Financial Crisis - Stagflation and Recession Looming

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 03:00:24 GMT

Market Analyst Paul Sommerville talks to Eamon about the current trends in global financial markets.

Recorded 1st April 2022.

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Ep 1388: Irish Rugby’s Booze Problem

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 03:00:31 GMT

Gerry Thornley, Rugby Correspondent for The Irish Times, talks to Eamon about the development of a new social culture and more alcohol at the great rugby events.

Recorded 31st March 2022.

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Ep 1387: Government’s Covid Complacency is Dangerous

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 14:37:19 GMT

Christine Loscher, Professor of Immunology at DCU, talks to Eamon about the current status of Covid-19, the lifting of restrictions and what we need to do to prepare for the next phase.

Recorded 1st April 2022.

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Ep 1386: Proof That America Closer To the Edge of Madness Than We Think

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 03:00:20 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon. Niall is Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist for that paper.

Recorded 29th March 2022.

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Ep 1385: How One Man Inspired a Nation - Zelensky’s Approval Ratings Soar from 20 to 90 Per Cent

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 06:33:46 GMT

Film maker and journalist Johnny O'Reilly talks to Eamon about the war and life in Kyiv where he lives.

Recorded 29th March 2022.

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Ep 1384: War in Ukraine- Putin’s War Crimes Force The West To Prepare For A New World Order

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 03:00:05 GMT

John Kampfner joins Eamon to talk about the impact of the war on The West and how Germany is to become a military force in the world again.

Recorded 28th March 2022.

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Ep 1383: Stephen Kenny Loves Football And Is On The Right Track

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 15:32:42 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review Ireland's friendly game against Belgium. They also look ahead to Tuesday's game against Lithuania.

Recorded 28th March 2022.

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Ep 1382: Spanish Football - Barca’s Spectacular Revival

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 03:00:07 GMT

Barcelona-based journalist Richard Fitzpatrick talks to Eamon about La Liga and the return of Barcelona to winning form under Xavi.

Recorded 25th March 2022.

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Ep 1381: Biden - Leading the West But No Dividend At Home

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 13:00:10 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about Joe Biden's multi-lateral response to Russia's war against Ukraine in a United States that leans towards isolationism, Kamala Harris and the Presidential Election in 2024, and the recent death of Madeleine Albright, Secretary of State under President Bill Clinton. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor at The Hill and White House Columnist for that paper.

Recorded on 25th March 2022.

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Ep 1380: No End In Sight For the Victims of Putin’s Apocalypse

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 12:00:04 GMT

Lara Marlowe joins Eamon to talk about the the war in Ukraine. Lara is currently in Lviv in Ukraine as a correspondent for The Irish Times.

Recorded 23rd March 2022.

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Ep 1379: Covid-19 - The Virus is Back and We Need to Wake Up

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 04:00:50 GMT

Tomás Ryan talks to Eamon about the surge in Covid-19 cases, the BA.2 variant, Long Covid and wearing masks. Tomás Ryan is Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, Trinity College Dublin, and an associate of the Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience.

Recorded on 22nd March 2022.

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Ep 1378: Beijing Oppression Drives a Generation of Young People To Leave Hong Kong

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 06:33:04 GMT

Taiwan-based journalist William Yang talks to Eamon about the Covid-19 outbreak in Hong Kong, the flight of young Hong Kong people to the UK, the virtual meeting between Joe Biden and Xi Jinping and how Russia has become an important strategic partner for China.

Recorded 22nd March 2022.

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Ep 1377: Putin’s Miscalculation Has Taken Us All To A Dangerous Place

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 13:20:42 GMT

Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about Putin's strategic failures in Russia's war with Ukraine and how they may drive him to use weapons of mass destruction. Tom Clonan is a retired Army Captain and military analyst. He is currently running as a candidate for the Senate in the Trinity College constituency.

Recorded 22nd March 2022.

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Ep 1376: No Escape From The Crippling Costs of War, Brexit and Covid

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 04:00:48 GMT

Verona Murphy, Independent TD for Wexford and former President of the Irish Road Haulage Association, joins Eamon to talk about the supply chain crisis and the growing impact on day to day life.

Recorded 21st March 2022.

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Ep 1375: Soccer Review - Flying At the Moment Liverpool Could Win It All

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 16:12:24 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review recent games and preview Champions League fixtures.

Recorded 21st March 2022.

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Ep 1346: Brexit - As Britain’s Economy Falters Who benefits?

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 16:36:46 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

Recorded 17th February 2022

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Ep 1374: European Central Bank Must Not Panic As World Economy Enters Unchartered Waters

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 06:48:24 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon about inflation and the impact of sanctions on the world economy.

Recorded 14th March 2022.

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Ep 1373: As Zelensky Unites His People in Defiance, Time is Increasingly Putin's Enemy

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 04:00:15 GMT

Journalist and film maker Johnny O'Reilly joins Eamon from Kyiv. He talks about Volodymyr Zelensky and how he has galvanised the Ukrainian people to defend their country against Russia's invasion. Johnny also talks about Putin's tactical errors and how they are leading to a longer war than he ever anticipated.

Recorded 14th March 2022.

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Ep 1372: Otherwise A Mess, Man U Owe Much to Ronaldo

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 16:16:10 GMT

John Giles and LIam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League games. They also talk about Liverpool who owe much to Mo Salah but seem willing to let him walk for free.

Recorded 14th March 2022.

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Ep 1371: Ruby Walsh - Memories of Cheltenham From the Greatest Rider Ever on National Hunt’s Toughest Course

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 04:00:06 GMT

Ruby Walsh joins Eamon ahead of the start of the Cheltenham Festival 2022. Ruby rode 59 winners at the Festival, more than any other rider. He was 11 times leading rider at the Festival. Ruby talks about the challenges of the course and some of the great horses he rode there before his retirement in 2019.

Recorded 11th March 2022.

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Ep1370: Inflation Condemns the Democrats To Heavy Midterm Defeat

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 04:00:29 GMT

Niall Stanage, Associate Editor and White House Columnist for The Hill, talks to Eamon about the likelihood of Democrat losses in the midterm elections, how The Donald dodges a bullet and Kamala Harris's bad joke in Poland.

Recorded 11th March 2022.

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Ep 1369: Boris Takes the Gloves Off To Sanction (Some) Of The Tory Party's Former Oligarch Friends

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 04:00:48 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon as the British Government gets serious about sanctions on Russian oligarchs. They also discuss the impact of sanctions on the Russian economy.

Recorded 10th March 2022.

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Ep 1368: War in Ukraine - Sanctions Will Hurt Russia But it Will Take Until May

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 12:00:14 GMT

Russian Economist Constantin Gurdgiev joins Eamon to discuss how Russians are responding to the war with Ukraine, the impact of the West's sanctions, and the influence of Russian mothers on Putin.

Recorded 8th March 2022.

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Ep 1367: War In Ukraine - A Silenced Russian Journalist

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 04:00:23 GMT

Dmitry Elovsky, Former Deputy Editor-in-Chief of TV Rain, joins Eamon to talk about the disappearance of independent news media in Russia.

Recorded 9th March 2022.

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Ep 1366: War in Europe - Too Close To Nuclear Apocalypse For Comfort

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 04:00:54 GMT

Tom Clonan joins Eamon to talk about how the war in Ukraine is developing, what would be involved in implementing a no fly zone over the country and how the war could develop in the coming weeks and months. Tom Clonan is a retired Captain in the Irish Army and a military analyst. He is running for election in the Trinity College constituency in this month's Senate Elections.

Recorded 8th March 2022.

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Ep 1365: War in Ukraine - On The Front Between Barbarism and Civilisation

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 04:00:13 GMT

Journalist Lara Marlowe talks to Eamon from the city of Lviv in Ukraine. She tells some of the stories of refugees arriving in the city to escape war, the citizens of the city and also of the men arriving in Ukraine to join the fight against the Russian invasion. Lara is a correspondent for The Irish Times.

Recorded 7th March 2022.

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Ep 1364: Premier League Review - United’s Shame

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 16:44:50 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League Games.

Recorded 7th March 2022.

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Ep 1363: War in Ukraine - Europe Changed Forever

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 13:56:25 GMT

Author and journalist John Kampfner talks to Eamon about Germany's decision to invest in military defence in light of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Also Vladamir Putin: who is he and what has motivated this attack on a neighbouring country?

Recorded 7th March 2022.

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Ep 1362: In A Changing, Uncertain World Irish Neutrality An Issue We Need to Discuss

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 04:00:50 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter, Professor of Modern Irish History at UCD, talks to Eamon.

Recorded 4th March 2022.

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Ep 1361: War in Europe - Leading the Free World Resistance to Russia Gains Little Traction With US Voters

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 04:00:20 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about Joe Biden's State of the Union address this week and the feral heckling from two Republican House members.

Recorded 3rd March 2022.

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Ep 1360: The West’s Robust Sanctions Isolate Putin’s Russia

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 04:19:40 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the impact of sanctions on Russia's economy.

Recorded 2nd March, 2022.

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Ep 1359: Ukraine - Bloody, Long and Dangerous, Putin’s Deadly Game

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 04:00:49 GMT

Tom Clonan talks to Eamon about how Russia's military strategy may develop. Tom Clonan is Security Analyst and a retired Irish Army Captain.

Recorded on 1st March, 2022.

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Ep 1358: Has Putin Made A Fatal Miscalculation?

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 15:20:08 GMT

Neave Barker talks to Eamon. Neave is a Senior Correspondent and news presenter for Al Jazeera English. Previously he was based in Moscow for seven years where he reported extensively across the former Soviet Union and has been covering the build up to the Ukraine invasion in recent weeks. He speaks to Eamon in an independent capacity.

Recorded 1st March 2022.

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Ep 1357: Can Ireland and Sweden Remain Neutral In the Face of Russian and Chinese Aggression?

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 04:00:07 GMT

Stockholm-based journalist Philip O'Connor talks to Eamon as Putin issues nuclear threat.

Recorded 28th February, 2022.

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Ep 1356: Football Unites Against Russia .. Except Weak Indecisive FIFA

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 15:28:02 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady talk to Eamon. Together they discuss the impact of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, FIFA's response and how individual countries are making their own decisions about playing Russian teams. Also Bielsa's sacking by Leeds, Liverpool's victory over Chelsea in the Carabao Cup, and the weekend's Premier League games.

Recorded on 28th February, 2022.

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Ep 1355: Western Weakness Over Ukraine sends Uncomfortable Signals to Taiwan

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 04:00:12 GMT

Taiwan-based journalist William Yang talks to Eamon about the reaction to the Russian invasion of Ukraine in Taiwan.

Recorded on 24th February 2022.

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Ep 1354: War in Europe: Sanctions Won’t Deter Putin

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 20:16:44 GMT

Economist and journalist Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

Recorded on 25th February, 2022.

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Ep 1353: US Trend Towards Isolationism Bodes Ill for the West

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 15:10:48 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon following Russia's invasion of Ukraine and how Joe Biden is responding. They also discuss former President Donald Trump's description of Putin as a "genius".

Recorded 25th February 2022.

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Ep 1352: Above And Beyond The Norm - The Rift Between Michael Martin And Mary Lou McDonald

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 17:09:54 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon. Fionnán is Ireland Editor for Independent Newspapers.

Recorded 24th February 2022.

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Ep 1351: Sláinte Care - Stalled At Best, In Trouble At Worst

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 04:00:32 GMT

Eddie Molloy joins Eamon to talk about Sláinte Care and how and why it may be running into trouble. Eddie Molloy is a Management Consultant and was a member of the Sláinte Care Advisory Council.

Recorded 22nd February 2022.

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Ep 1350: Putin Defies the West - Can NATO Allies find a Credible Response?

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 14:23:28 GMT

Author and journalists John Kampfner joins Eamon to talk about what happens next now that Putin has ordered troops into Ukraine's Eastern regions of Donetsk and Luhansk.

Recorded 22nd February 2022.

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Ep 1349: Russian Cyber Warfare in Ukraine Threatens The Global System

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 04:00:01 GMT

Ronan Murphy, CEO of Smarttech247, joins Eamon to talk about the threat of cyber warfare. Zero Day Con, mentioned in the podcast, takes place in the in the Dublin Convention Centre on 10th March 2022 and information can be found at zerodaycon.com

Recorded 21st February, 2022.

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Ep 1348: All To Play For, The Best Premier League Ever

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 13:53:06 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the week's Premier League games.

Recorded 21st February 2022.

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Ep 1347: War In Europe - As Joe Biden Seeks to Galvanise His Western Allies The American People Remain Lukewarm

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 04:00:45 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about America’s response to Russian Aggression. Also CNN implodes as ratings plunge.

Recorded 18th February 2022.

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Ep 1345 - Cancer In Our communities As Young Gangsters Roam and Threaten with Impunity

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 06:00:30 GMT

Nicola Tallant talks to Eamon. Nicola is Investigations Editor for The Sunday World and author of The Witness and Clash of the Clans.

Recorded 15th February 2022.

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Ep 1344 - Britain’s Fateful Choice - Lose Boris or Risk The Future as a Liberal Democracy

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 16:03:48 GMT

Journalist and author Peter Oborne talks to Eamon about Boris Johnson's Britain.

Recorded 15th February 2022.

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Ep 1343: Global Strife Worsening Cost of Living Crisis

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 17:14:55 GMT

Economist JIm Power talks to Eamon and asks can a weak and divided EU find a response to global crises?

Recorded 14th February, 2022.

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Ep 1342: Man United, Spurs and Arsenal - Lacking Leadership and Heading South

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 15:10:32 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League games.

Recorded 14th February, 2022.

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Repost: Ronan O'Gara

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 04:00:05 GMT

Ronan O'Gara is a former rugby player. He played as a fly-half and is second most-capped player and highest ever points scorer. He is currently head coach of La Rochelle in the French Top 14. Eamon spoke to Ronan in July 2017.

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Ep 1341: Inflation and Covid-19 See Biden’s Approval Ratings Drop. Moderate Americans Begin to Fear Civil War

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 19:58:38 GMT

Washington-based journalist Niall Stanage joins Eamon to discuss some of this week's events in US politics.

Recorded 11th February 2022

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Ep 1340: Midweek Premier League Review - Man United Badly Need A Manager

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 15:53:54 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady review the midweek Premier League games.

Recorded 11th February, 2022

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Ep 1338: Boris Johnson's Disgrace Touches New Low

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 14:30:59 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

Recorded 8th February 2022.

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Ep 1339: Post-Covid Dáil Politics Head Into the Unknown

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 12:47:19 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan joins Eamon to talk about the challenges facing the Government parties in the run-up to the next election. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor at the Irish Independent.

Recorded 8th February 2022.

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Ep 1337: Is The Good Friday Agreement Still Fit For Purpose?

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 15:25:21 GMT

Journalist and author Sam McBride talks to Eamon about the DUP threats to the Northern Ireland Protocol. Sam McBride in Northern Ireland Editor for the Belfast Telegraph and the Sunday Independent and author of Burned: The Inside Story of the Cash-for-Ash Scandal and Northern Ireland's Secretive New Elite.

Recorded 7th February 2022

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Ep 1336: Toothless EU Found Wanting By the Crisis in Ukraine

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 13:13:15 GMT

Author and journalist John Kampfner talks to Eamon about the geo-political implications of the crisis in Ukraine and why Germany is so reticent in this moment.

Recorded 7th February 2022.

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Repost: Johnny Sexton

Sat, 05 Feb 2022 04:00:33 GMT

In October 2018 John Sexton met Eamon to talk about his life and career in professional rugby.

Recorded in October, 2018.

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Ep 1335: Trump Promises to Pardon Jan 6th Insurrectionists As Money Pours Into 2024 War Chest

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 16:00:11 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington on Joe Biden, the death of ISIS leader Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurashi, Nancy Pelosi's Select Committee on the Insurrection, and the New York Times revelation of Donald Trump's direct involvement in plans to seize voting machines.

Recorded on 4th February, 2022.

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Ep 1334: Covid-19 - Ireland’s Done Well But Vigilance and Restraint Still Required

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 14:07:08 GMT

Tomás Ryan talks to Eamon about the current status of Covid-19 in Ireland, the dangers of Long Covid and also about a breakthrough vaccine that could eradicate Multiple Sclerosis. Tomás Ryan is Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry and Immunology at Trinity College Dublin.

Recorded 3rd February, 2022.

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Ep 1333: FAI News! FAI’s Take On Working From Home And Post-Delaney Trauma Continues

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 04:00:40 GMT

Journalist Mark Tighe talks to Eamon. Mark Tighe is a journalist with the Sunday Times and author of Champagne Football: John Delaney and the Betrayal of Irish Football, The Inside Story.

Recorded on 1st February, 2022.

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Ep 1332: Boris Johnson - Destroying His Party, And Those Around Him

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 14:34:23 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to discuss the Sue Gray party report and how Boris Johnson has responded following its release.

Recorded 1st February, 2022.

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Ep 1331: China / Taiwan - President Xi Watches Ukraine Crisis for Signs of Western Weakness

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 04:00:37 GMT

Taiwan-based journalist William Yang talks to Eamon as China and Taiwan watch how the West responds to Putin's position on Ukraine.

Recorded on 27th January 2022.

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Ep 1330: Bloody Sunday - A Dark Day That Changed Everything

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 04:00:02 GMT

On the 50th anniversary of Bloody Sunday Eamonn McCann joins Eamon to recall a dark day in Irish history. Eamonn McCann is an author, journalist and activist and was on that civil rights march on 30th January 1972.

Recorded 27th January 2022.

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Ep 1329: After a Bad Start Joe Biden Rallies The West To Stand Up To Putin

Sat, 29 Jan 2022 04:00:23 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about the week in US politics, Joe Biden’s announcement about Stephen Breyer’s replacement on the Supreme Court, and the Republican Right's rival for The Donald in 2024. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor at The Hill and White House Columnist for that paper.

Recorded on 28th January 2022.

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Ep 1328: More Boris Lies ... A Controversial Metropolitan Police Decision Could Afford Him Some Relief

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 13:21:14 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon about Boris Johnson's poor ratings in the polls, the latest developments in Party Gate and Animal Gate and the mounting pressure from Tory rebels that Boris drops the forthcoming hike in National Insurance. Also Rishi Sunak, as a potential future Tory Party leader, keeps a low profile and plays both sides against the middle.

Recorded 28th January 2022.

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Ep 1327: The Rise and Fall of Freddie Thompson

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 04:00:17 GMT

Nicola Tallant talks to Eamon about Freddie Thompson, one of the most feared criminals in gangland and now serving a life sentence. Nicola Tallant is Investigations Editor of The Sunday World and host of the Crime World podcast.

Recorded 25th January 2022.

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Ep 1326 - Ukraine Crisis - Putin Testing Western Resolve And Seeking Attention

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 15:17:09 GMT

Journalist and author John Kampfner talks to Eamon about the historic Russia-Ukraine ties that render NATO membership for Ukraine unthinkable for Putin and also Germany's complex relationship with Russia. John has written a number of books his most recent is Why the Germans Do it Better: Notes From a Grown-Up Country. He started his career as a foreign correspondent for Reuters in Moscow and during the dissolution of the Soviet Union he was the Daily Telegraph's Bureau Chief there.

Recorded 25th January 2022

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Ep 1325: Covid-19 Is Not Over But Our Successful Vaccine Programme Justifies Relaxation of Restrictions

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 04:00:01 GMT

Prof Paul Moynagh talks to Eamon about the impact of the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions and about how medical grade masks are essential for effective protection. Paul Moynagh is Professor of Immunology at Maynooth University.

Recorded 24th January 2022.

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Ep 1324: Premier League Review: Man City No Certainty With A Long Way to Go

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 13:47:03 GMT

John Giles, Liam Brady and Eamon herald an outstanding new tv analyst and point out how a millionaire can become poor by buying a football club… in this case Everton. And they review the weekend's games including Southampton v Man City, Crystal Palace v Liverpool, Chelsea v Tottenham.

Recorded 24th January 2022.

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Ep 1323: Covid-19 - As Deaths Mount Swedes Continue to Do Their Own Thing

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 04:00:12 GMT

Journalist Philip O'Connor reports from Stockholm on Sweden's developments in the Covid-19 pandemic.

Recorded on 21st January 2022.

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Repost: Gabriel Byrne - Walking With Ghosts

Sat, 22 Jan 2022 04:00:50 GMT

Author and actor Gabriel Byrne and Eamon talk about Gabriel's memoir, "Walking with Ghosts", first published in the Autumn of 2020. This interview about Gabriel's memoir was recorded in December 2020. Next week Gabriel Byrne returns to the Gaiety Theatre for the world premiere of Walking with Ghosts, adapted for theatre from this best-selling memoir.

First posted on 3rd December 2020.

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Ep 1322: Losing Staff, Sleep And Money -The Story of Hugo’s Restaurant

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 13:02:57 GMT

Gina Murphy, Proprietor of Hugo's Restaurant in Merrion Row in Dublin, talks to Eamon about the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Recorded 21st January, 2022.

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Ep 1321: Jim Mansfield Jr - Where It All Went Wrong For A Celtic Tiger Cub

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 04:00:16 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor for The Sunday World, talks to Eamon.

Recorded 18th January, 2022.

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Ep 1320: Beaten, Distressed and Out of Options, The End Seems Nigh for Blundering Boris

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 04:00:14 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon as calls for Boris Johnson's resignation intensify.

Recorded on 18th January, 2022.

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Ep 1319: Covid-19 - Too Early To Be Sure But Omicron Could Lead Us Back To Normality

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 04:00:25 GMT

Journalist Rachel Lavin joins Eamon to talk through what the Covid-19 data tells us about how the virus could evolve from here and she presents four potential scenarios for the coming months.

Recorded 17th January, 2022.

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Ep 1318: Man City Look Good, Man United a Mess, Rafa a Victim of Circumstances

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 13:20:44 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League games.

Recorded 17th January 2022.

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Ep 1317: Covid-19: Return to Normality Essential to Save Small Businesses, the Backbone of the Economy

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 04:00:05 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon about the threats to SMEs from Covid-19 uncertainties, what the increased tax intake from the multi-national sector means for Ireland and how Inflation and high interest rates are a major threat to aspiring home owners.

Recorded 13th January 2022.

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Ep 1316: As Biden’s Ratings Plummet… Talk of Hilary Clinton’s Comeback

Sat, 15 Jan 2022 04:00:26 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about President Joe Biden's struggles as the Supreme Court strikes down his Vaccine Mandate Bill, Covid-19 cases surge and his Voting Rights Bill stumbles as Democrat Kyrsten Sinema continues to oppose reform of the filibuster.

Recorded 14th January 2022.

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Ep 1315: No Way Back As Politicians and Public Finally Turn Against Boris

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 13:35:50 GMT

As more parties in Downing Street during lockdown are revealed economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon. Also Liz Truss holds her first meeting as Foreign Secretary with the EU's post-Brexit negotiator Maroš Šefčovič to seek resolution on the NI Protocol.

Recorded 14th January 2022.

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Ep 1314: Boris Is Finished - It’s Just a Matter of How and When

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 04:00:08 GMT

Peter Oborne talks to Eamon. Peter Oborne is author of The Assault on Truth: Boris Johnson, Donald Trump and the Emergence of a New Moral Barbarism. He worked with Boris Johnson as a journalist when Johnson was editor of the Spectator magazine, he has a column in the Middle East Eye and is founder and editor of Boris-Johnson-Lies.com.

Recorded 13th January 2022.

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Ep 1313: New Covid Guidelines, Sensible But They Come With Risks Attached

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 04:00:18 GMT

Christine Loscher, Professor of Immunology at DCU, talks to Eamon as new guidelines for Covid-19 restrictions are introduced.

Recorded 12th January 2022.

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Ep 1312: Golfgate: The Trial

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 04:00:13 GMT

Journalist Mick Clifford joins Eamon to talk about the Golfgate trial. Mick is Special Correspondent for the Irish Examiner, host of The Mick Clifford Podcast and author of A Force for Justice: The Maurice McCabe Story.

Recorded 11th January 2022.

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Ep 1311: 23m People, 850 Deaths, No Economic Damage: How Taiwan is Winning the War with Covid-19

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 16:40:33 GMT

Taiwan-based journalist William Yang talks to Eamon about how Taiwan has managed the Covid-19 pandemic and the impact Covid-19 has on life and business in the country.

Recorded 11th January 2022.

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Ep 1310: The Treaty Vote that Shaped the Nation to This Day

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 04:00:41 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter joins Eamon to discuss the vote on the Anglo Irish Treaty on January 7th 1922. Diarmaid Ferriter is an author and contributing columnist to The Irish Times and Professor of Modern Irish History at UCD.

Recorded on 7th January 2022.

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Ep 1309: More Trouble for Boris But Sir Tony Blair Gives Him a Dig Out

Sat, 08 Jan 2022 04:00:37 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about Covid-19, Lord Geidt's Inquiry into the funding of Boris Johnson's home improvements and Sir Tony Blair's knighthood.

Recorded 7th January 2022

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Ep 1308: Printing Money Causes Inflation And That’s A Major Threat This Year

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 04:00:53 GMT

Market Analyst Paul Sommerville, CEO of Sommerville Advisory Markets, talks to Eamon about China and the global markets and the prospects for stock markets in the year ahead.

Recorded on 5th January 2022.

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Ep 1307: Divided United States Remembers One Of Its Darkest Days

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 14:41:37 GMT

A year on since the storming of The Capitol on 6th January 2021 Niall Stanage, Associate Editor for The Hill and White House Columnist, joins Eamon to talk about what happened that day and the events that followed.

Recorded 6th January 2022.

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Ep 1306: Putin Seeks a Deal Not War With Biden In Geneva Talks Next Week

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 04:00:59 GMT

Thirty years after the collapse of the Soviet Union Bryan MacDonald talks to Eamon about Putin's build up of troops on the Ukrainian border and the general tensions between the West and Russia.

Recorded 5th January 2022.

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Ep 1305: Covid-19 - Why are Children Returning to Unsafe Classrooms?

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 04:00:34 GMT

As children return to school this week Tomás Ryan talks to Eamon about the sharp rise in Covid-19 cases over the holiday period. Tomás Ryan is Associate Professor at the School of Immunology and Biochemistry at TCD.

Recorded 4th January 2022.

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Ep 1304: Premier League Holiday Review - Manchester United in Big Trouble

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 15:00:59 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the Premier League and discuss Manchester United's troubles, how Liverpool must stop squandering leads and how ‘Pep’ has finally come to terms with the demands of the Premier League.

Recorded 4th January 2022

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Ep 1303: David Bowie And The Astonishing Endurance of ABBA

Fri, 24 Dec 2021 04:00:04 GMT

BP Fallon joins Eamon to talk about the work of David Bowie and about Abba on the release of their newest studio album, Voyage, last November.

Recorded 11th November 2021.

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Ep 1302: The Rise and Fall of Charlie Haughey

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 04:00:31 GMT

Prof. Gary Murphy, author of "Haughey", a new authorised biography about Charlie Haughey, talks to Eamon about the man, his life in politics and his ultimate downfall.

Recorded on 16th December 2021.

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Ep 1301: No Clear Path to The United Ireland We Say We Want

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 04:00:21 GMT

Journalist and author Eamonn McCann talks to Eamon.

Recorded 16th December 2021

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Ep 1300: Boris Johnson, A Posthumous Prime Minister

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 04:00:22 GMT

Journalist and author Peter Oborne joins Eamon to talk about British Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Peter Oborne's website referred to in the the podcast can be found at https://boris-johnson-lies.com/

Recorded 20th December 2021.

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Ep 1299: Premier League May Need a Mid-Season Break - Can They Afford It?

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 14:30:39 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to discuss Covid-19's impact on the Premier League and to review the weekend games.

Recorded 20th December 2021

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Ep 1298: Omicron Variant - Things Will Get Worse Before They Get Better

Sat, 18 Dec 2021 08:46:14 GMT

As Omicron looks like becoming the dominant Covid-19 variant Tomás Ryan joins Eamon to assess the situation. And a special treat from Mario Rosenstock.

Recorded 17th December 2021.

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Ep 1297: Inflation, Omicron and Bumbling Boris - Britain Hit By Perfect Storm

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 13:40:55 GMT

Economist Chris Johns talks to Eamon in the aftermath of the Tory defeat in North Shropshire by-election, the seat vacated by Owen Paterson, to Liberal Democrat Helen Morgan.

Recorded 17th December 2021.

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Ep 1296: Columbian Mob Boss With Links to Kinahan Cartel Caught

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 04:00:19 GMT

Nicola Tallant talks to Eamon about the recent arrest of Columbian drug lord, Dairo Antonio Úsuga, and Alan Wilson jailed for 10 years for his role in a murder conspiracy that led to the notorious shooting outside the Player’s Lounge pub in Dublin in 2010.

Recorded 16th December 2021.

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Ep 1295 - Increasingly Audacious China Disappears Wimbledon Tennis Champion

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 04:00:45 GMT

Taiwan-based journalist William Yang talks to Eamon about the strange and troubling events concerning Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai, the collapse of Evergrande and how Hong Kong is on the way to becoming just another Chinese City.

Recorded 14th December 2021

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Ep 1294: Covid-19 - Without Adhering To Basic Public Health Norms We Could Be Facing A Perfect Storm

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 04:00:28 GMT

Prof. Anthony Staines talks to Eamon about the need for better cohesive action on masking, air filtration, ventilation, social distancing and vaccines as we wait for the full impact of the Omicron variant to hit Ireland.

Recorded 13th December 2021

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Ep 1293: Even For The Top Three There Are No Easy Games In The Premier League

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 15:46:31 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League.

Recorded 13th December, 2021.

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Ep 1292: The Beatles As Never Seen Before

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 04:00:49 GMT

Musician and Rock 'n' Roll Curator BP Fallon joins Eamon to talk about the 8 hour series Get Back, directed by Peter Jackson, an extraordinary insight to the Beatles as they prepare for their last ever public performance.

Recorded 13th December, 2021

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Ep 1291: Biden Presidency Stalled With Little Cause For Optimism

Sat, 11 Dec 2021 04:00:06 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about Joe Biden's diminishing approval ratings, his talks with Vladamir Putin about Ukraine and this week's Summit for Democracy hosted by the US. Also Niall outlines Justice Sonia Sotomayor's concerns about the politicisation of the Supreme Court and Donald Trump's struggles in the The National Commission to Investigate the January 6 Attack as well as his struggles in the New York courts. Niall Stanage is Associate editor and and White House columnist for The Hill.

Recorded 10th December 2021.

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Ep 1290: Boris - One Scandal From Oblivion

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 14:00:13 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about a dramatic week in British politics.

Recorded 10th December 2021.

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Ep 1289: Paschal Donohoe - Facing Into Tough Times But We’ve Shown Our Resilience As a People

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 04:00:20 GMT

Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Finance, talks to Eamon about the challenges brought on by Covid-19 for people and businesses, the resilience of the Irish economy and how Europe is facing great change in its democracies and societies.

Recorded 8th December 2021.

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Ep 1288: Covid-19 - No Happy Ending If We Continue As We Are

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 04:00:23 GMT

Prof. Gerry Killeen joins Eamon to talk about the current situation with Covid-19 and the consequences of a 'Living with Covid' strategy if we don't plan for elimination. Gerry Killeen is AXA Research chair in applied pathogen ecology at the School of Biological, Earth, and Environmental Sciences at University College Cork.

Recorded 7th November 2021

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Ep 1287: Covid-19 - I Did It My Way, By Michael Martin

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 15:52:07 GMT

Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor for Independent News and Media, talks to Eamon, about the latest developments as the Government gets to grip with managing the message around Covid-19 restrictions.

Recorded 7th December 2021

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Ep 1286: Covid-19 - Despite 15,000 Covid Deaths Swedes Remain Sanguine and Party On

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 04:00:57 GMT

Stockholm-based journalist Philip O'Connor talks to Eamon about the Covid surge in Sweden, a country with an R rate of over 1.5, a 78.3% rate of vaccination and few measures in place to control the spread of the virus.

Recorded 6th December, 2021.

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Ep 1285: Man U - John Giles and Liam Brady Agree Ralf Rangnick Makes an impressive Start

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 13:58:42 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League games including Manchester United's first match under Ralf Rangnick. They also talk about David Moyes's solid leadership at West Ham as they beat Chelsea at home.

Recorded 6th December 2021.

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Ep 1284: Unvoiced In the Age of Covid-19, The Road Haulage Crisis Moving Our Way

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 04:00:31 GMT

Verona Murphy, Independent TD for Wexford, talks to Eamon about the growing crisis in the haulage sector as poor working conditions, low wages and an anti-social lifestyle meet the challenges brought on by Brexit resulting in fewer drivers signing up. Verona Murphy is former President of the Irish Road Haulage Association.

Recorded 30th November 2021

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Ep 1283: Brexit - Biden’s Steel Tariffs A Warning to Britain On Northern Protocol Dispute

Sat, 04 Dec 2021 04:00:50 GMT

Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the UK's negotiation with the EU about the NI Protocol. And the tariffs that the Biden administration has imposed on British steel to signal its unhappiness with the British threat to invoke Article 16.

Recorded 3rd December 2021.

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Ep 1282: The US Supreme Court - Trump’s Enduring Gift To Conservatives

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 14:43:30 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about the Mississippi Abortion law and the challenges that threaten Roe v Wade in the Supreme Court. Also rising inflation rates, Jerome Powell's fears that they may not be transitory and the impact of the Covid-19 Omicron variant on the stock market and American 401K pensions. Niall Stanage is Associate Editor at The Hill and White House Columnist.

Recorded 3rd December 2021.

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Ep 1281: Covid-19 - The Economic Dangers We Face

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 04:00:07 GMT

Economist Jim Power joins Eamon to talk through the consequences of the latest Covid-19 surge and the new Omicron variant for small and medium size businesses, the availability of workers in the hospitality and retail sectors and how disruption in supply chains can feed inflation. Jim Power is co-author of a new book, Smart Tips for SME's: Understanding the SME Environment In An Irish Context.

Recorded on 1st December 2021.

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Ep 1280: Covid-19 - Too Early To Be Sure But Omicron Variant Could Be Serious

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 04:00:29 GMT

Tomás Ryan talks to Eamon about the new Covid-19 Omicron Variant and its potential impact. Tomás Ryan is Associate Professor, Biochemistry and

Associate Professor, Trinity Institute of Neurosciences at Trinity College Dublin.

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Ep 1279: Germany After Merkel - New Coalition Government Faces Many Challenges

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 04:00:51 GMT

Olaf Scholz replaces Angela Merkel and brings the Green Party and Free Democratic Party together with the Social Democrats to form a government. But with a new surge in Covid-19 and the arrival of the Omicron variant, Germany's complicated relationship with Russia and China and its place within the EU and meeting the tests of Climate Change, this new Government must face major economic, political and social challenges. John Kampfner is a journalist and author of "Why the Germans Do it Better: Notes from a Grown-Up Country".

Recorded on 29th November 2021.

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Ep 1278: Who’s in Charge in Old Trafford? (Gary Neville Wants to Know)

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 14:39:34 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady review the weekend's Premier League games and talk with Eamon about Ralph Rangnick's appointment as Interim Manager at Manchester United.

Recorded 29th November 2021.

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Ep 1277: Bumbling Boris Safe for Now

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 04:00:32 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon in the aftermath of the Channel tragedy and questions Home Secretary Priti Patel's competence in managing migration in the UK. Also as a leadership challenge begins to look possible, could the Spectator's Politician of the Year, Rishi Sunak, step forward and will the Tory party turn on Boris if he fails to deliver for the Red Wall constituencies and British business?

Recorded 26th November 2021.

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Ep 1276: Biden Ratings Slump As a Result of Six Per Cent Inflation

Sat, 27 Nov 2021 04:00:37 GMT

Niall Stanage, Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist, talks to Eamon about Joe Biden's presidency, the impact of inflation on his standing in the polls and racial tensions in the US. Donald Trump watches on and continues to exert pressure and influence on the Republican Party.

Recorded 26th November 2021.

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Ep 1275: Covid-19 - The Omicron Variant, What Does it Mean for Ireland?

Fri, 26 Nov 2021 13:45:20 GMT

Prof. Paul Moynagh joins Eamon to outline the implications of the new Covid-19 variant, the Omicron Variant or B.1.1.529, and gives an insight to what the changes are when compared to previous variants. He also talks about the need for greater global rollout of the vaccine and the hugely positive value of the anti-viral treatments that are being developed to treat those infected with Covid-19.

Professor Moynagh is the Head of the Department of Biology and the Director of the Human Health Research Institute at Maynooth University.

Recorded 26th November 2021.

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Ep 1274: Compromise the Favoured Solution for Northerners In Boris’s Dispute With EU

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 10:38:15 GMT

Sam McBride is Northern Ireland Editor for The Sunday Independent and he Belfast Telegraph. He joins Eamon to discuss the impact of Brexit and the Northern Ireland Protocol on business and politics in Northern Ireland.

Recorded 23rd November 2021

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Ep 1273: If Approved Vaccination For 5-12 Year Olds Must Be A Priority

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 14:40:50 GMT

Tomás Ryan joins Eamon to discuss how Ireland needs to adopt a more effective strategy with ventilation, air filtration and contact tracing to protect our schools and workplaces. Tomás is Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry and Immunology at Trinity College.

Recorded 23rd November, 2021.

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Ep 1272: Is Xavi The Messiah To Save Barca?

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 04:00:42 GMT

Barcelona based journalist Richard Fitzpatrick joins Eamon to discuss the decline of FC Barcelona and asks if Xavi is the man to lead the team back to greatness. Eamon and Richard also talk about the European Super League and the forthcoming challenge in the European Court of Justice and how the Bosman Ruling offers a possible pathway to its introduction.

Recorded 18th November 2021.

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Ep 1271: Manchester Utd - Strong Coach Required But Do the Glazers Want One?

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 14:00:42 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League games and discuss what's next for Manchester United as Ole Gunnar Solkjaer leaves the club.

Recorded 22nd November, 2021

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Ep 1270: Drug Cartels Cynically Groom The Young And Marginalised

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 04:00:12 GMT

Nicola Tallant talks to Eamon about winning the Best Podcast of the Year in the Digital Media Awards 2021 with members of The Stand Team for The Witness: In His Own Words. The podcast is the story of Joey O'Callaghan who was the youngest person in Ireland to enter the Witness Protection Programme when he gave evidence against Brian Kenny and Thoman Hinchon. Nicola talks about the impact the podcast has had on Joey and others and how drug gangs continue to groom vulnerable children as Joey once was by murderer, Brian Kenny.

Recorded 19th November 2021.

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Ep 1269: The Brexit Boomerang - The Making and Breaking of Boris

Sun, 21 Nov 2021 08:14:51 GMT

Economist and commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon.

Recorded 19th November 2021.

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Ep 1268: Biden's Big Win On Capitol Hill

Sat, 20 Nov 2021 08:17:28 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Joe Biden's Infrastructure and Social Spending Bills can give democrats a chance in next year's midterm elections.

Recorded on 19th November 2021

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Ep 1267: Post Pandemic We May Be Living With A New Normal

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 07:30:48 GMT

Economist Jim Power Considers the unintended and unforeseen consequences of Covid-19.

Recorded on 18th November 2021.

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Ep 1266: Changing World - How Does Europe Pass the Putin Test?

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 04:00:46 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, EU Correspondent for the Irish Times, talks to Eamon about how the EU is responding to Alexander Lukashenko's manipulation of migrants on EU borders and developments in the talks between the EU and the UK.

Recorded 17th November 2021

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Ep 1265: Cop26 - Glasgow Summit Hints At Hope But No Promise

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 04:00:00 GMT

Recorded 15th November 2021

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Ep 1264: Covid-19 - We're Sleepwalking Our Way Into Another Lockdown Or A Crisis In Our Hospitals

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 15:08:25 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry and Immunology in Trinity College Dublin, talks to Eamon.

Recorded 15th November 2021

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Ep 1263: Stephen Kenny Has Earned His Contract Extension

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 15:00:41 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady talk to Eamon about Ireland's performances against Portugal and Luxembourg in the closing matches of the World Cup qualifiers.

Recorded 15th November 2021

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Ep 1262: Lazy, Dishonest, Dangerous Boris A Threat to All

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 04:00:47 GMT

Economist and Commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon. Chris is the host of his own podcast, The Other Hand. Recorded 12th November 2021

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Ep 1261: Our American Dream Turning Into a Nightmare

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 13:36:40 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.The Stand is proudly sponsored by Tesco.Recorded 12th November 2021

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Ep 1260: Sean Fitzpatrick - Anglo, The Bank That Changed Our World

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 04:00:11 GMT

Simon Carswell, Public Affairs Editor at the Irish Times and author of Anglo Republic, talks to Eamon on the death of Sean Fitzpatrick. Recorded on 10th November 2021

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Ep 1259: Cop 26 - Pledges Not Enough to Curb Global Warming

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 04:00:14 GMT

Commentator and climate activist John Gibbons joins Eamon to talk about Cop26. Recorded 9th November 2021

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Ep 1258: COVID-19 - Pfizer’s Anti-Viral Pill A Real Game Changer

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 13:28:54 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh of Maynooth University talks to Eamon about recent developments with Covid-19 treatments and the power of vaccines in limiting serious illness. Also, the argument for Antigen Testing in schools and Covax and the urgency to vaccinate the poorer countries. Recorded 9th November 2021

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Ep 1257: ABBA - Their Triumphant Return

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 04:00:14 GMT

Journalist Philip O'Connor joins Eamon to talk about ABBA on the release of their new album, Voyage, their first studio album in 39 years. Recorded on 8th November 2021

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Ep 1256: Liverpool Must Get Serious about Defending

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 13:57:51 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's football. Recorded 8th November 2021

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Ep 1255: The Irish Civil War - Between Two Hells

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 04:00:14 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter talks to Eamon about his new book. Diarmaid is Professor of Modern Irish History at UCD. Recorded on 5th November 2021

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Ep 1254: Tories Turn on Lying Boris

Sat, 06 Nov 2021 04:00:14 GMT

Economist and Commentator Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about Boris Johnson's latest U-Turn and Owen Paterson's resignation. Also Lord David Frost heads to Brussels to renegotiate the NI Protocol. Recorded 5th November 2021

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Ep 1253: Bad Week for Biden and The Democrats

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 15:19:47 GMT

Niall Stanage, Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist, talks to Eamon in the aftermath of the West Virginia and New Jersey elections. Recorded 5th November 2021

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Ep 1252: US Resolve Strengthened As China Intensifies Pressure On Taiwan

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 04:00:34 GMT

Journalist William Yang reports from Taiwan. Recorded 02/11/21

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Ep 1251: Boris Lies To Hide the Brexit Truth

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 14:01:16 GMT

Economist and Commentator Chris Johns talks to Eamon. Recorded 2/11/21

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Ep 1250: Big Clubs Run By Small Men, The Real Cause of Spurs' and Man U’s Problems

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 16:27:19 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to take an in-depth look at the weekend's football. Recorded 1/11/21

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Ep 1249: Cop26 - The Last Best Chance To Find Consensus On A Climate Solution

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 04:00:44 GMT

Journalist John Gibbons talks to Eamon about the climate challenges facing this week's Cop26. Recorded 29/10/21

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Ep 1248: Democrat Divisions Put Biden Presidency on the Line

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 13:18:49 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon in advance of Joe Biden's visit to Glasgow for Cop26 and as Biden's stimulus package hangs in the balance. Also as Republican Glenn Youngkin surprisingly heads the polls in next week's election in West Virginia Joe Biden and Barak Obama lend their support to the Democrat Candidate Terry McAuliffe. Recorded 29/10/21

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Ep 1247: The New Tories - Dishonest, Aggressive With No Opposition to Worry About

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 14:52:20 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon following the release of the UK Chancellor of the Exchequer's Autumn Budget. They also discuss the escalating stand off between Britain and France as France detains a British trawler. Recorded 28/10/21

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Ep 1246: Covid-19 - Despite Vaccines, Reopening Is a Fingers Crossed Operation

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 03:00:14 GMT

Tomás Ryan talks to Eamon. Tomás is Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, Trinity College Dublin, an associate of the Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience and a founding member of ISAG. Recorded on 26/10/21

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Ep 1245: Cop26 - Solutions Hard To Find Without Political Consensus

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 03:00:02 GMT

Journalist and author John Kampfner talks to Eamon about the global political environment and how it is putting at risk an agreed response to the climate crisis. Recorded 22/10/21

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Ep 1244: Antonio Conte A Perfect Fit For United But Will the Glazers Want Him?

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 15:33:49 GMT

John Giles and Eamon review the weekend's Premier League. Recorded 25/10/21

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Ep 1243: The Beatles v The Rolling Stones - No Contest, Says BP Fallon

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 07:56:02 GMT

BP Fallon talks to Eamon. BP Fallon has long been a legendary figure in rock'n'roll and has put his unique stamp on the history of popular music from his work as publicist and media consultant to Led Zeppelin and T.Rex, working for The Beatles at Apple Records and joining U2 on their groundbreaking Zoo TV Tour with the credentials 'Guru, Viber & DJ'. Recorded 19/10/21

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Ep 1242: Inflation in Post-Brexit Britain Will Spread to Ireland

Sat, 23 Oct 2021 03:00:12 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the events of the week in Britain. Chris is an economist and political commentator and hosts his own podcast, The Other Hand, with Jim Power. Recorded 22/10/21

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Ep 1241: Niall Stanage reports from Washington

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 15:39:42 GMT

Niall Stanage, Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist, talks to Eamon about the death of Colin Powell, Joe Biden's Stimulus Package, Donald Trump's new social media platform, Steve Bannon's failure to comply with the House committee investigating the 6th January attack and Virginia's election for a new Governor on 2nd November. Recorded 22/10/21

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Ep 1240: Limerick on Alert As the Gangsters Move Back In

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 03:00:04 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor with the Sunday World and author of The Witness and Clash of the Clans, talks to Eamon. Recorded on 19/10/21

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Ep 1239: Dublin - The Slow But Certain Death of the Town We Loved So Well

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 03:00:20 GMT

Una Mullally, columnist with the Irish Times, talks to Eamon about the decline of Dublin City and the failure to implement planning policies to create a joyful, habitable city. Recorded 19/10/21

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Ep 1238: Covid-19 - A Decisive Week in the Covid Battle

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 03:00:10 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh talks to Eamon about ways to slow down the rise in Covid-19 cases as hospital and ICU numbers rise and over 300,000 remain unvaccinated. Recorded 18/10/21

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Ep 1237: Premier League Review - Man Utd Hopelessly Indulging Paul Pogba

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 15:20:31 GMT

John Giles and Eamon review the weekend's matches. Recorded on 18/10/21

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Ep 1236: Climate Change - A Challenge Like No Other in History

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 03:00:00 GMT

Kirsty Gogan talks to Eamon in advance of Cop26. Kirsty is a founder and Managing Director of Terra Praxis, a non-profit organisation that devises global strategies to meet the challenges of decarbonisation. Recorded on 15/10/21

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Ep 1235: NI Protocol - A Unionist Perspective

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 12:18:24 GMT

Ben Lowry, Editor of the Belfast News Letter, talks to Eamon. Recorded on 15/10/21

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Ep 1234: Clash of the Clans - The Inside Story of the Kinahan - Hutch Gangland Feud

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 03:00:10 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor for the Sunday World and author of The Witness, talks to Eamon about her new book Clash of the Clans.

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Ep 1233: China Ratchets Up the Pressure on Taiwan

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 03:00:17 GMT

William Yang joins Eamon to talk about Xi Jinping’s threatening rhetoric stating that Taiwan definitely has to reunite with China. Recorded on 12/10/21

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Ep 1231: Poland and Hungary Find Support Among Other Member States as the EU Turns Right

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 13:07:03 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe Correspondent for the Irish Times, reports on developments in the EU as Lord David Frost pre-empts the EU response to the UK's demands for change to the Brexit Agreement. Also as Poland's courts rule they have authority over the European Court of Justice how is the EU responding to increasing moves to the right across Europe? Recorded 12/10/21

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Ep 1230: Danger for Ireland as UK Tries to Wreck the Brexit Agreement

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 03:00:07 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon about Britain's attempts to undo the Brexit Agreement and the role for government budgets in the modern world and whether they have become little more than political theatre.

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Ep 1229: Stephen Kenny - The Future?

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 17:03:05 GMT

John Giles and Eamon review Ireland’s performance against Azerbaijan and talk about Stephen Kenny’s future as Ireland’s coach.

Recorded 11th October 2021

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Ep 1228: Amid Chaos Deluded Boris Sees Sunny Uplands Ahead

Sun, 10 Oct 2021 03:00:07 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon. Chris is an economist and political commentator and hosts his own podcast, The Other Hand. Recorded 08/10/21

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Ep 1227: Trump Hits the Road on a High as Forlorn Biden Struggles in Washington

Sat, 09 Oct 2021 03:00:07 GMT

Niall Stanage, Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist, reports from Washington. Recorded 8th October 2021.

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Ep 1226: Sláinte Care - An Establishment Coup?

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 12:47:03 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor at the Irish Independent, talks to Eamon about political events of the week. Recorded 8th October 2021.

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Ep 1225: Britain The Loser in a Brexit it Didn’t Prepare For

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 03:00:17 GMT

Simon McKeever, Chief Executive of the Irish Exporters Association, talks to Eamon about the disruption to global supply chains in the UK, the impact of Brexit related issues on Irish businesses and the growth in trade across the island of Ireland. Recorded on 5th October 2021.

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Ep 1224: Life Under the Taliban - American Photojournalist Reports from Kabul

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 03:00:10 GMT

American Photojournalist Victor J Blue (www.victorblue.com) reports from Kabul amid signs that the West will recognise the Taliban regime. Recorded 5th October 2021

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Ep 1223: The End of an Era in Spanish Football As Real and Barca Struggle

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 03:00:10 GMT

Barcelona based journalist, Richard Fitzpatrick, joins Eamon to talk about the troubles in the Spanish football league. Recorded 4/10/21

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Ep 1222: Premier League Review - Liverpool Must Give Mo Salah the Contract He Deserves

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 14:19:24 GMT

John Giles and Eamon review the weekend's Premier League and ask is time up for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer?

Recorded 4/10/21

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Ep 1221: Boris Johnson - Campaigning In Slogans, Governing in Chaos

Sat, 02 Oct 2021 07:24:42 GMT

Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the disruption across Great Britain's supply chains and Keir Starmer's Labour Party Conference. Recorded on 1/10/21

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Ep 1220: Trump’s Republican Party Set to Capitalise on Biden’s Pyrrhic Victory

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 15:04:59 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Recorded 1/10/21

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Ep 1219: Corporation Tax - Pressure on Ireland’s 12.5% Rate May Be Hard To Resist

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 03:00:16 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon. Recorded 28/9/21

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Ep 1218: UK Chaos - Britain Pays the Price for Brexit. Without Radical Change Ireland Will Too

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 03:00:09 GMT

Verona Murphy, Independent TD for Wexford and former President of the Road Haulage Association, talks to Eamon about the threats facing businesses large and small from the driver shortages in Britain and Ireland. Recorded 28/9/21

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Ep 1217: School Testing and Tracing Should Not Be Stopped. Privacy Issues Should Not be in Play

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 13:15:42 GMT

Tomás Ryan joins Eamon to talk about the HSE's removal of Covid-19 testing, tracing and outbreak notifications within schools. Recorded on 28/9/21

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Ep 1216: Mica - A Living Nightmare for Irish Families, A First Hand Account

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 03:00:09 GMT

Michael Doherty, PRO for The Mica Action Group, and Paddy Diver, both personally affected by the damaging impact of Mica on their homes, talk to Eamon. Recorded 27/9/21

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Ep 1215: Premier League Review - Best Premier League Ever

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 16:42:49 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend's games. Recorded 27/9/21

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Ep 1214: Incompetence Becoming the Trademark for Biden Administration

Sat, 25 Sep 2021 03:00:09 GMT

Niall Stanage, Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist, talks to Eamon. Recorded 24/9/21

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Ep 1213: Taiwanese Remain Optimistic They Can Survive Chinese Belligerence

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 03:00:09 GMT

Journalist William Yang talks to Eamon following the announcement of the AUKUS deal and China's reaction to it. Recorded on 21/9/21

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Ep 1212: No Longer a Player in International Affairs But France Remains Sanguine

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 11:00:34 GMT

Simon Kuper talks to Eamon about the reaction in France to the AUKUS deal, Emmanuel Macron as he faces an election in 2022 and the impact of Angela Merkel's departure from German politics. Simon Kuper is a columnist with the FT and author of Barca: the Inside Story of the World's Greatest Football Club. Recorded 22/9/21

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Ep 1210: Britain Faces Winter of Discontent With No Quick End to the Energy Crisis

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 03:00:16 GMT

Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the unfolding gas crisis hitting Britain and its impact on industry and families and what the consequences could be for Ireland. Recorded 21/9/21

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Ep 1209: Covid-19 - Have NPHET and the Government a Winter Plan? If Not, Why Not?

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 03:00:16 GMT

Tomás Ryan talks to Eamon as the country lifts more restrictions. Tomás Ryan is Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, Trinity College Dublin, and an associate of the Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience. He is also a founding member of the Independent Scientific Advocacy Group (ISAG). Recorded 20/9/21

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Ep 1208: Premier League Review and an Appreciation of Jimmy Greaves

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 13:03:13 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to review the weekend games and reflect on the the life of the great Jimmy Greaves. Recorded on 20/9/21

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Ep 1207: As Angela Merkel Retires Can Germany Fill The Vacuum Left Behind?

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 03:00:06 GMT

John Kampfner talks to Eamon in advance of the German Election on 26th September. John Kampfner is a journalist and author of "Why the Germans Do it Better: Notes from a Grown-up Country". Recorded on 17/9/21

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Ep 1206: Democratic Light Fading in The United States

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 17:19:39 GMT

Niall Stanage, Associate Editor of The HIll and White House Columnist, reports from Washington. Recorded 17/9/21

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Ep 1205: How The Monk Was Caught

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 03:00:16 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor for the Sunday World, talks to Eamon about the pressures that saw Gerry ‘the Monk’ Hutch being captured and how George ‘the Penguin’ Mitchell remained neutral in the Kinahan / Hutch feud.

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Ep 1204: European Union - Searching for a Role in a Dangerous Changing World

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 03:00:19 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Irish Times Europe Correspondent, talks to Eamon from Strasbourg.

Recorded 14/9/21

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Ep 1203: The Tax Game - Who Wins, Who Loses

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 03:00:17 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the history of taxation. Recorded on 14/9/21

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Ep 1202: Unsettled and Insecure Unionists Face Into A Hostile World

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 15:10:39 GMT

Sam McBride talks to Eamon. Sam is Northern Ireland Editor for the Belfast Telegraph and Sunday Independent and author of Burned: The Inside Story of the ‘Cash-for-Ash’ Scandal and Northern Ireland’s Secretive New Elite. Recorded 14/9/21

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Ep 1201: Failed Transport Policy Post-Covid Not Addressing Serious Problems

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 03:00:17 GMT

Verona Murphy, TD for Wexford, talks to Eamon. Recorded 13/9/21

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Ep 1200: Premier League - Ronaldo Makes Manchester United Real Contenders

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 13:25:11 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend games. Recorded 13/9/21

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Ep 1199: Sinn Féin's Eoin Ó Broin Undaunted by the Challenge of our Housing Crisis

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 03:00:27 GMT

Eoin Ó Broin TD, Sinn Féin's Spokesperson for Housing, talks to Eamon about his new book Defects: Living with the Legacy of the Celtic Tiger. Recorded on 10/9/21

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Ep 1198: Boris’s Chaotic Government Finally Suffers in the Polls

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 03:00:17 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon as Boris Johnson faces the impact of his broken pledges and habitual lying. Recorded 10/9/21

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Ep 1197: 9/11 Commemoration - A Sombre America Reflects

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 16:35:50 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to talk about the 9/11 commemoration and Joe Biden as he gets tough with vaccine resisters. Also Merrick Garland as he challenges Texas on its new abortion legislation and California's Election Recall taking place on Tuesday 14th September. Recorded 10/9/21

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Ep 1196: Warning - Cyber Criminals A Threat to All

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 03:00:17 GMT

Ronan Murphy, CEO of Smarttech 247, talks to Eamon about how cyber crime now permeates every day life and how we are under unrelenting pressure on-line. Recorded 7/9/21

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Ep 1195: The Katherine Zappone Saga - Lies, Evasion and Cronyism the New Normal For Fine Gael?

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 12:53:29 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor of the Irish Independent, joins Eamon to discuss the continuing political story that threatens to derail the Government. Recorded 11am 7/9/21

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Ep 1194: Boris's Brexit Damaging Britain More than Any Other Country

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 03:00:16 GMT

Economist Jim Power joins Eamon to discuss the impact of Brexit on European trade and how working from home could change our towns and cities for good and bad.

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Ep 1193: Stephen Kenny - Four Games To Prove He’s the Man For the Job

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 12:48:15 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to reflect on the big issues facing Irish soccer. Recorded 6/9/21

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Ep 1192: Covid-19 - Sweden’s Deadly Failure

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 03:00:16 GMT

Stockholm-based journalist Philip O’Connor talks to Eamon about Anders Tegnall’s herd immunity strategy and vaccine resistance among many Swedes. Recorded 3/9/21

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Ep 1191: Real Madrid and Barcelona Wounded And Unlikely Challengers for European Honours

Sat, 04 Sep 2021 03:00:06 GMT

Journalist Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Barcelona on the turmoil at the top of Spanish soccer. Recorded 3/9/21

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Ep 1190: A Very Bad Week for American Democrats

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 15:05:42 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon from Washington to discuss a difficult week in American politics. Recorded 3/9/21

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Ep 1189: Bryson DeChambeau - the New And Not Entirely Welcome Face of Golf

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 03:00:15 GMT

Eamon Lynch talks to Eamon about the DeChambeau Revolution, the $20 million Tour Championship and the Ryder Cup. Recorded 31/8/21

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Ep 1188: Taiwan - Will America's Retreat from Afghanistan Embolden China?

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 03:00:15 GMT

Journalist William Yang talks to Eamon from Taiwan as the US completes its withdrawal from Afghanistan and about China's brutal suppression of human rights protest in Hong Kong. Recorded 31/8/21

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Ep. 1187: Air Filtration and Antigen Testing - Must Try Harder As Schools Reopen

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 15:11:44 GMT

Paul Moynagh, Professor of Immunology at Maynooth University, talks to Eamon about Covid-19 safety measures needed in schools and the success of the vaccine in limiting serious illness. Recorded on 31/8/21

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Ep 1186: Afghanistan - Fractured Alliances Pose A Threat To The West

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 03:00:15 GMT

Historian Diarmaid Ferriter and Chris Johns join Eamon to discuss the Afghan debacle, what caused it and how do we respond. Recorded 30/8/21

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Ep 1185: Premier League Review

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 13:31:33 GMT

Liam Brady and John Giles join Eamon to talk about the weekend soccer, Ronaldo’s return to Man U and Denis Law’s tragic announcement last week that he has dementia. Recorded 30/8/21

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Ep 1184: Barça: The Inside Story of The World's Greatest Football Club

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 03:00:05 GMT

Journalist and author Simon Kuper talks to Eamon about his new book Barça, The Inside Story of the World's Greatest Football Club. Recorded 27/8/21

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Ep 1183: No Hope No Glory As Britain Flees Afghanistan

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 03:00:05 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon as angry Tories accuse the Johnson government of betrayal over botched withdrawal from Afghanistan.

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Ep 1182: A Bad Week For America That May Haunt the Biden Presidency

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 15:50:33 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. Recorded 27/8/21

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Ep 1181: The Monk Captured At Last - A Profile of The Legendary Dublin Criminal

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 03:00:15 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Crime Investigations Editor at the Sunday World, joins Eamon to talk about Gerry Hutch following his recent arrest and imprisonment in Spain. Recorded 24/8/21

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Ep 1180: With Masks And Good Ventilation School Re-opening is Welcome, Done Badly It’s Dangerous

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 05:40:43 GMT

Tomás Ryan, talks to Eamon about the success of the the vaccine rollout as the country prepares to reopen schools and colleges. Tomás is Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology at Trinity College Dublin, and an associate of the Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience. He is also a founding member of the Independent Scientific Advocacy Group. Recorded 24/8/21

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Ep 1179: Afghanistan - The Graveyard of Empires Claims Another Victim

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 12:00:25 GMT

Journalist and author Toby Harnden joins Eamon to talk about US withdrawal from Afghanistan and the likely future for a divided nation.

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Ep 1178: First it was Trump, Now Biden Puts America First

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 03:00:15 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about the changing mood in America. Recorded 23/8/21

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Ep 1177: Premier League - With Fans Back the Game Has Come Alive Again

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 14:23:19 GMT

Liam Brady and John Giles join Eamon to review some of the weekend's Premier League fixtures. Recorded 23/8/21

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Ep 1176: Observers Believe Joe Biden Will Be a Lame Duck President in Fifteen Months Time

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 03:00:16 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 1175: The Open Championship - A Profile Of The Contenders

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 11:08:46 GMT

Eamon Lynch talks to Eamon about the contenders and the continuing feud between Bruce Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau.

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Ep 1174: Ireland’s Corporate Tax Rate - When Janet Met Paschal

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 03:00:02 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon about the potential impact of the changes to Corporate Tax rates approved by the G20.

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Ep 1173: Euro2020 - England's Shame

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 12:34:52 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon about events surrounding England's Euro2020 final.

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Ep 1172: Euro2020 - How Southgate and England Got it Wrong

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 14:45:54 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the Final of the Euro2020 Championship.

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Ep 1171: Fianna Fáil’s Identity Crisis

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 12:14:15 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor for the Irish Independent, talks to Eamon about the fallout from the Dublin Bay South byelection.

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Ep 1170: Euro2020 - The Final Previewed

Sat, 10 Jul 2021 04:00:22 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to discuss where Sunday's Final between England and Italy will be won and lost.

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Ep 1169: Disgraced Trump Still the Most Powerful Politician in the US

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 13:05:48 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 1168: Crime Reporter Shot on the Streets of Amsterdam

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 04:01:52 GMT

Nicola Tallant reports on the shooting of the Dutch crime journalist Peter R de Vries.

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Ep 1167: Covid-19 - No Easy Option, No Quick Fix

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 04:00:32 GMT

Tomás Ryan talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1166: Covid 19 - Boris Gambles, We All Could Pay

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 16:25:57 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the UK government's plans to lift Covid-19 restrictions in England and as the English team prepares to play Denmark in the Euro 2020 semi-finals.

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Ep 1165: By Election Special - Will Dublin Bay South Buck the Fine Gael Trend?

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 12:34:44 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor for the Irish Independent, talks to Eamon about tomorrow's by election and the response of the Minister for Finance to OECD moves to tackle cross-border tax avoidance.

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Ep 1164: Kinahan Cartel Increasingly Powerless in Their Hometown

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 03:00:10 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor for the Sunday World, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1163: Aggressive President Xi Jinping Sends Warning To The West

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 04:00:20 GMT

"Anyone who tries to bully China will have their heads bashed bloody against the Great Wall of steel forged by the Chinese people" Journalist William Yang reports to Eamon from Taipei.

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Ep 1162: Euro 2020 - Will It Be Sir Gareth Southgate?

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 14:27:48 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the Euro 2020 Quarter Finals and look ahead to Semi Final matches.

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Ep 1161: Joe Biden's Presidency – Is It a Pitstop on the Road to Hell?

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 13:41:00 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 1160: Murder in West Cork - The Eternal Mystery of Sophie Toscan du Plantier’s Death

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 03:00:10 GMT

With two new documentary series being released on Sky Crime and Netflix about Sophie Toscan du Plantier's murder, Michael Clifford talks to Eamon about the case.

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Ep 1159: Euro 2020 - Football's Coming Home

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 15:00:40 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to talk about the Last Sixteen matches and look forward to the Quarter Finals.

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Ep 1158: Covid-19 - NPHET’s Worst Case Scenario Not Necessarily The Best Guide

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 13:08:21 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh, Head of the Department of Biology and Director of the Human Health Research Institute at Maynooth University, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1157: EU Stands Idly By As Victor Orban Shreds Its Values

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 03:00:10 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe Correspondent for The Irish Times, reports from Brussels.

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Ep 1156: Euro 2020 - Germany to Beat England

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 14:35:52 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend matches and preview the week ahead.

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Ep 1155: Another Episode of the Carry On Movie That is Boris's Britain

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 12:19:58 GMT

Chris Johns, Host of The Other Hand podcast, talks to Eamon about the impact of the political events that unfolded in Britain over the weekend.

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Ep 1154: Euro 2020 - The Last Sixteen

Sat, 26 Jun 2021 04:00:39 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to preview the tournament’s knockout phase.

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Ep 1153: For the Biden Administration, The End May Well Be Nigh

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 12:00:29 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 1152: United Ireland – An Irresistible Cause, The Question Is How

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 04:01:49 GMT

Eamon is joined by Eamonn McCann to discuss the seemingly inevitable border poll, and the current state of the DUP.

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Ep 1151: The Euros – France A Nation Slow To Embrace Its Team

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 11:21:25 GMT

Simon Kuper, journalist with the Financial Times and author of several books on world football, talks to Eamon about the French national team's importance to their country, and their chances at the Euros.

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Ep 1150: Covid-19 - Our Best and Brightest Scientists Are Being Ignored

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 03:00:09 GMT

Tomás Ryan talks to Eamon about the challenges presented by the new Delta Variant.

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Ep 1149: Brexit - Chickens Come Home to Roost for Boris Johnson

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 03:00:09 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1148: Leo’s New Vision - Authentic or Expedient?

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 03:00:09 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor for Independent News and Media, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1147: UEFA Euro 2020 Review

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 15:56:03 GMT

John Giles and Eamon review the latest matches in the Championship.

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Ep 1146: NI Protocol - Business Must Find the Solution that Politics Can't

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 04:00:29 GMT

Verona Murphy, Independent TD for Wexford, talks to Eamon about how the politics of Brexit is causing tension and uncertainty for businesses.

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Ep 1145: The Scale of China's Global Ambitions Becoming Clear

Sat, 19 Jun 2021 04:00:29 GMT

Journalist William Yang reports from Taiwan.

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Ep 1144: Joe Biden – Warmly Received in Europe, Back in Battle Mode in US

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 13:30:09 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 1143: Antigen Testing – Cautious NPHET Can't Have The Last Word

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 04:02:09 GMT

Paul Moynagh, Professor of Immunology and Director of the Kathleen Lonsdale Institute for Human Research at Maynooth University, talks to Eamon about the state's approach to antigen testing.

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Ep 1142: EU Cannot Back Down In Northern Ireland Protocol Row With UK

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 04:00:23 GMT

Naomi O'Leary reports from Brussels on the recent G7 and NATO summits.

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Ep 1141: Mica Crisis – Will The Government Save Its People?

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 11:37:44 GMT

Mick Clifford joins Eamon to discuss the Mica controversy that saw thousands protest in Dublin yesterday.

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Ep 1140: Euro 2020 – Weekend Review

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 13:02:52 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to look back on the opening weekend of this year's European Championships, including England's victory over Croatia and the terrible scenes in Copenhagen.

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Ep 1139: The Serious Consequences of Boris Johnson's Lies

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 10:33:15 GMT

Chris Johns joins Eamon to discuss the G7 summit in Cornwall, and the increasingly fraught relationship between the UK and the EU.

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Ep 1138: A Curse on Both Your Houses - Unionists Despair of London And Dublin

Sat, 12 Jun 2021 03:00:13 GMT

Sam McBride, Political Editor of The Newsletter and author of "Burned, The Inside Story of the Cash-For-Ash Scandal", talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1137: As Joe Biden Claims America is Back Barack Obama Asks For How Long?

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 14:34:42 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 1136: A Preview of Euro 2020

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 04:01:53 GMT

Didi Hamann joins Eamon to preview Euro 2020.

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Ep 1135: Crime Cartels Dealt a Historic Blow

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 03:00:03 GMT

Nicola Tallant talks to Eamon about the round-up of hundreds of criminals and the seizure of tonnes of drugs following the greatest sting in criminal history and how the FBI did it.

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Ep 1134: Covid 19 - Young People Be Careful, Long Covid Can Cause Serious Problems

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 13:04:38 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, Trinity College Dublin, and member of ISAG, talks to Eamon about the success of the vaccine rollout and the risks of Covid that still prevail.

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Ep 1133: Empire of Pain - The Secret History of The Sackler Dynasty

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 04:00:31 GMT

Author Patrick Radden Keefe talks to Eamon about his new book.

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Ep 1132: Covid Recovery – Unemployment A Greater Threat Than Inflation

Sat, 05 Jun 2021 04:00:21 GMT

Chris Johns joins Eamon to discuss inflation, debt, and Bitcoin.

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Ep 1131: Republicans Lead The Attack On American Democracy

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 13:24:08 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 1130: Growing Chinese Aggression in Hong Kong and Taiwan

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 04:01:41 GMT

Journalist William Yang talks to Eamon about the recent Covid outbreak in Taiwan, as well as the increasing tensions between China and its neighbours.

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Ep 1129: Covid-19 – A Triumph for Science But Still Lots to Learn

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 11:53:28 GMT

Paul Moynagh, Professor of Immunology and Director of the Kathleen Lonsdale Institute for Human Research at Maynooth University, talks to Eamon about outdoor transmission, vaccine efficacy, and the latest Covid science.

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Ep 1128: The Olympics - IOC Defies The Will of the Japanese People

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 12:00:23 GMT

Tokyo based journalist David McElhinney talks to Eamon about the fears of Japanese people at the prospect of an invasion of the Olympic army of 90,000 from around the globe as Covid cases surge.

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Ep 1127: One Boy's Journey to Hell - Joey O'Callaghan's Story

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 04:00:33 GMT

Nicola Tallant talks to Eamon about the new podcast The Witness: In HIs Own Words.

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Ep 1126: Constitutional Change Required To Solve Ireland’s Housing Crisis

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 04:00:33 GMT

Rory Hearne, Assistant Professor of Social Policy in Maynooth University, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1125: ‘Pep’ Gets it Wrong, Kanté The Greatest

Mon, 31 May 2021 13:50:50 GMT

John Giles and Eamon review last week's two football Finals.

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Ep 1124: The Treaty - The Deal That Shaped Irish Politics To This Day

Mon, 31 May 2021 04:00:33 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter, Professor of Modern Irish History at UCD, talks to Eamon about the treaty negotiations that led to the formation of Northern Ireland one hundred years ago.

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Ep 1123: Trump Still The Most Potent Force on America's Political Landscape

Fri, 28 May 2021 15:26:12 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 1122: A Week Is A Long Time In Spanish Football

Fri, 28 May 2021 12:29:23 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick joins Eamon to discuss Villareal's triumph, Suarez's revenge, Zidane's resignation, Benzema's return, and Spain's controversial squad for the Euros.

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Ep 1120: Dominic Cummings – The Westminster Axe Man

Thu, 27 May 2021 11:20:48 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the extraordinary appearance of Dominic Cummings at the select committee yesterday.

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Ep 1119: BBC In Crisis - Can Public Service Broadcasting Survive In Britain?

Tue, 25 May 2021 02:00:00 GMT

Fionnan Sheahan and Chris Johns join Eamon to talk about the impact of the Dyson Report into BBC's 1995 Panorama interview with the Princess of Wales.

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Ep 1118: ‘Pep’- Coach of the Year, Harry Kane Footballer of the Year

Mon, 24 May 2021 15:38:07 GMT

Join Giles and Eamon review the weekend's matches.

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Ep 1117: HSE Cyber Attack - No Quick Fix On Offer

Mon, 24 May 2021 12:40:22 GMT

Ronan Murphy, CEO of Smarttech 247, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1116: North's Political Vacuum Is Dangerous To All

Sat, 22 May 2021 04:00:10 GMT

Billy Hutchinson, leader of the Progressive Unionist Party in Northern Ireland, talks to Eamon about the rising tensions and fraying relationships in Northern Irish politics.

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Ep 1115: Facing Criminal Charges, The Donald Remains De Facto Leader of the GOP

Fri, 21 May 2021 12:17:40 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 1114: Covid-19- The Resolve of Irish People Plus Vaccines Keeping us Ahead of the Virus

Fri, 21 May 2021 04:02:20 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, TCD, and founding member of ISAG, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1113: Ireland of Little Interest to Boris and Baron Frost

Thu, 20 May 2021 10:22:14 GMT

Chris Johns joins Eamon to discuss the Johnson government's brinksmanship around the Northern Ireland protocol, as well as the reopening of the British economy.

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Ep 1112: Rory Wins Again And Leads the Way in Rejecting the Saudi's Golf Super League

Tue, 18 May 2021 09:08:19 GMT

Journalist and Golf Channel Contributor Eamon Lynch talks to Eamon in advance of the PGA Championship's return to Kiawah Island.

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Ep 1111: Why We Love Football - Liverpool's and Leicester’s Weekend

Mon, 17 May 2021 15:00:36 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend's football.

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Ep 1109: The Uncomfortable Truth About Housing

Mon, 17 May 2021 04:00:26 GMT

Karl Deeter, housing expert and financial advisor with Yes.ie, talks to Eamon about the issues which have caused the current anger about housing in Ireland, and why the real solutions might be unpalatable for many.

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Ep 1108: Joe Biden's First Bad Week

Fri, 14 May 2021 15:00:56 GMT

Niall Stanage reports on a challenging period for the US President as he faces issues from inflation to Israel, while divisions deepen in the Republican party as Liz Cheney is ousted from her position in the House of Representatives.

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Ep 1107: Western Powers Stand Idly By as Hamas and Israel Pursue Their Deadly Ends

Fri, 14 May 2021 11:02:54 GMT

Journalist and author Peter Oborne joins Eamon to talk about the escalating violence in Gaza.

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Ep 1106: Ballymurphy to Derry – Eamon McCann on Paras' Massacres

Thu, 13 May 2021 14:30:06 GMT

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Ep 1105: Europe – Migrants Out, Holiday Makers In

Thu, 13 May 2021 11:40:43 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe correspondent with the Irish Times, talks to Eamon about immigration arguments in Europe, and the prospect of summer holidays on the continent.

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Ep 1104: No Pandemic Recession in Drug Trade

Wed, 12 May 2021 02:00:06 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigation Editor for The Sunday World, reports on a nation awash with drugs.

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Ep 1103: Britain 2021 - English Nationalists Rule Ok

Tue, 11 May 2021 11:10:07 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon in the aftermath of the recent elections across Britain.

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Ep 1102: Housing Crisis - Solutions May Require Changes to the Constitution

Mon, 10 May 2021 15:48:25 GMT

Minister for Finance, Paschal Donohoe, joins Eamon to discuss the current housing crisis and the impact of Covid-19 on fiscal planning.

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Ep 1101: Marcelo Bielsa for Spurs! Says John Giles

Mon, 10 May 2021 13:22:49 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend's matches.

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Ep 1100: The New Joe Biden – Radical, Vigorous, Determined

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 13:28:53 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 1099: Covid-19 – Summer of Freedom, Making It Up As We Go Along

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 10:33:24 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, TCD, and founding member of ISAG, talks to Eamon about the plans for reopening announced yesterday by the Taoiseach.

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Ep 1098: Champions League Review

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 14:00:42 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to analyse this week's ties in the Champions League semi-finals.

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Ep 1097: Europe Must Follow Biden's Lead In Post-Covid Economics

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 11:31:22 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon about the supports necessary for small and medium businesses as the Irish economy gets ready to reopen.

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Ep 1096: Can Boris Survive in Post-Character Politics?

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 12:56:08 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1095: Chelsea - A Dark Horse For the Champions League

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 15:56:08 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review some of the weekend's matches and this week's Champions League fixtures.

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Ep 1094: Vaccines Are Great But Can’t Mitigate Poor Political Decisions

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 13:37:28 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, TCD, and founding member of ISAG, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1093: Ireland Hit By Cocaine Tsunami. Arrest Warrant Issued For The Monk

Sat, 24 Apr 2021 08:02:27 GMT

Nicola Tallant, investigations editor with the Sunday World, talks to Eamon about the ever-increasing amount of cocaine arriving on European shores, and the new arrest warrant for The Monk.

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Ep 1092: Age and Wealth Do Not Protect Hong Kong Dissidents From China's Wrath

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 04:01:41 GMT

Taiwan-based journalist William Yang talks to Eamon about China's crackdown on protestors in Hong Kong. And Chinese tycoon, Jack Ma, goes missing.

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Ep 1091: ESL – Sad, Mad, or Bad, Florentino Perez Isn't Giving Up

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 11:15:11 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Barcelona on the collapse of the European Super League, and the influence of the Real Madrid president on the footballing world.

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Ep 1090: Derek Chauvin Guilty - Justice Served in The United States

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 18:02:01 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1089: Why Are Banks Leaving Ireland, Why Did JP Morgan Get Into Football?

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 04:00:51 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1088: European Super League - A Bad Idea the Fans Can Stop

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 11:16:39 GMT

Didi Hamann talks to Eamon.

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Ep. 1087: Sinn Féin's Abú Database, Is There Anything To See?

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 04:01:19 GMT

Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor of Independent Newspapers, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1086: European Super League - Bankers Try to Steal the People’s Game

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 13:40:06 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to talk about soccer's proposed European Super League, Tottenham's sacking of José Mourihno and the weekend's matches.

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Ep 1085: George Floyd, The Donald and Insurrection in Washington as Viewed from Moscow

Sat, 17 Apr 2021 04:00:39 GMT

Bryan MacDonald, Head of the Russia Desk at RT Online, talks to Eamon about Biden's approach to Russia, the Navalny case, and tensions on the Ukraine border.

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Ep 1084: Vaccines a Game Changer But Opening Schools is Unwise

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 04:02:26 GMT

Tomás Ryan insists that teachers should be prioritised for vaccination. Tomás is Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, TCD, and founding member of ISAG, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1083: Race Becoming the Defining Issue In US Politics

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 13:43:05 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington on another shooting in Minnesota, the latest news from the Derek Chauvin trial, and Joe Biden's withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan.

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Ep 1082: Boris Must Do More to Preserve the Good Friday Agreement

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 10:33:53 GMT

Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern talks to Eamon about the political fallout from the recent riots in Belfast.

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Ep 1081: Jason Corbett's Family's Long Fight For Justice - Will Tom and Molly Martens Walk Free?

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 04:01:06 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor of The Sunday World and host of Crime World, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1080: Spiv Cameron Makes Boris Look Good!

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 13:43:08 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the latest Tory scandal.

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Ep 1079: Premier League and Champions League Review

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 13:58:47 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to talk about the weekend's Premier League and last week's Champions League matches.

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Ep 1078: Northern Crisis - Constructive Ambiguity of the Good Friday Agreement No Longer Enough?

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 13:07:25 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter talks to Eamon about recent developments in Northern Ireland. Diarmaid is an author, a contributor to The Irish Times and Professor of Modern Irish History in UCD.

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Ep 1077: Biden Goes All In On Hope, Trump Goes All In On Despair

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 16:01:11 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 1076: Northern Ireland Crisis – The Platitudes of the Good Friday Agreement No Longer Serve

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 12:50:00 GMT

Eamonn McCann talks to Eamon about the violent unrest seen in Belfast over the last week.

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Ep 1075: The Masters - Rory Changes Course and DeChambeau May Change the Game

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 04:00:41 GMT

Journalist Eamon Lynch joins Eamon to preview the Masters.

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Ep 1074: Covid-19 - No Legal Impediment to Border Controls for EU Citizens

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 12:20:10 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe Correspondent for the Irish Times, reports from Brussels.

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Ep 1073: Nationalist Ireland Undermining the Good Friday Agreement

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 15:14:09 GMT

Loyalist Billy Hutchinson gives a unionist perspective. Billy Hutchinson is the leader of the Progressive Unionist Party in Northern Ireland. He recently wrote an autobiography, My Life in Loyalism.

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Ep 1072: Premier League Review

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 12:49:38 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to talk about the weekend's matches.

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Ep 1071: The Assault on Truth - How Lying Propelled the Rise of Boris and Trump

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 09:26:25 GMT

Journalist and author Peter Oborne joins Eamon to talk about his new book "The Assault on Truth: Boris Johnson, Donald Trump and the Emergence of a New Moral Barbarism".

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Ep 1070: Confused and Angry, People Lose Faith in the Government's Covid Strategy

Sat, 03 Apr 2021 04:00:20 GMT

Verona Murphy, Independent TD for Wexford, talks to Eamon about the government's management of the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Ep 1069: Race – The American Wound That Will Not Heal? The Trial of Derek Chauvin

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 13:32:27 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about the trial of Derek Chauvin, the race to vaccinate as Covid-19 numbers climb, and the latest moves by Trump.

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Ep 1068: Generals Back in Charge in Myanmar

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 04:01:20 GMT

Taiwan-based journalist William Yang talks to Eamon about the bloody political upheaval in Myanmar.

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Ep 1067: Covid-19 – Without Vaccine Protection Secondary School Teachers At Risk

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 11:52:08 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, TCD, and founding member of ISAG, talks to Eamon about the Government's new vaccination plan and the easing of pandemic restrictions.

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Ep 1066: Can the Vaccine Bounce Save Britain’s Sleazy Ruling Caste?

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 04:00:30 GMT

Economist Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1065: Stephen Kenny Must Stay

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 13:43:17 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to talk about the crisis facing Irish soccer.

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Ep 1064: EU Divided Over AstraZeneca Controversy

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 12:06:05 GMT

Naomi O'Leary reports from Brussels. Naomi is the Irish Times Europe Correspondent and host of the Irish Passport Podcast.

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Ep 1063: Biden Determined To Revive Pre-Trump American Values

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 14:05:57 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 1062: Covid-19 - We’re Losing the Battle

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 05:00:40 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, TCD, and founding member of ISAG, talks to Eamon about the Government's plan for hotel quarantine.

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Ep 1061: Holes At The Back Cost Kenny's Youthful Team

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 15:00:40 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to discuss the opening fixture in Ireland's 2022 World Cup qualifying campaign, which ended in a 3-2 loss to Serbia.

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Ep 1060: The Victim – What Happens When Witness Protection Runs Out!

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 13:02:24 GMT

Nicola Tallant, investigations editor of the Sunday World, talks to Eamon about the upcoming parole hearing of gangland murderer Brian Kenny and the pitfalls of the witness protection programme in Ireland.

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Ep 1059: History Made in Cheltenham - Ted Walsh On the Men and Women Who Made it Possible

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 05:00:30 GMT

Racehorse trainer and racing analyst, Ted Walsh, joins Eamon to talk about this extraordinary time for Irish horse racing.

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Ep 1058: Varadkar Faces the Biggest Crisis of his Career

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 15:08:35 GMT

Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor for Independent.ie, The Irish Independent and The Sunday Independent, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1057: Review of the Weekend Matches and Remembering Peter Lorimer

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 16:21:22 GMT

John Giles talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1056: Vaccine Export Ban Still an Option for Bruised EU

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 13:03:14 GMT

Naomi O'Leary reports from Brussels on the bitterness between the EU and the UK. Naomi is Europe Correspondent for The Irish Times and host of The Irish Passport Podcast.

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Ep 1055: Covid-19 - Good News on Vaccines But Danger Still Lies Ahead

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 07:00:30 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, TCD, and founding member of ISAG, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1054: Biden’s America - A Nation Divided on Vaccine Efficacy

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 15:30:30 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 1053: No More Compromise as China Takes the Gloves Off

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 13:00:23 GMT

Taiwan based journalist William Yang talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1052: Boris Johnson Benefits From EU Stupidity

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 05:00:33 GMT

Economist Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the growing tensions between the EU and Britain.

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Ep 1051: Biden Strives for Calm in Post-Trump US

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 18:57:01 GMT

Niall Stanage, Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Columnist, reports from Washington.

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Ep 1050: Covid-19 - “Ireland Sailing Too Close to the Wind”

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 14:05:43 GMT

Professor Gerry Killeen talks to Eamon. Prof. Killeen is AXA Research Chair in Applied Pathogen Ecology at the School of Biological, Earth and Environmental Sciences, UCC, and a member of the Independent Scientific Advocacy Group.

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Ep 1049: Bryson deChambeau – Assaulting Golf's Traditions... And Winning

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 05:00:38 GMT

Eamon Lynch, Golfweek columnist and Golf Channel contributor, talks to Eamon about Bryson deChambeau's radical approach to the game, and Rory McIllroy's struggles on the course.

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Ep 1048: Harry and Meghan - Is This The Beginning of the End for Britain’s Monarchy?

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 17:00:58 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the response to Harry and Meghan's interview with Oprah.

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Ep 1047: Davy Scandal – Can Anyone Stop the Rot?

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 13:12:19 GMT

Richard Curran, presenter of The Business on RTE Radio 1, talks to Eamon about the scandal engulfing Davy, Ireland's largest stockbroking firm.

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Ep 1046: Premier League Review

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 15:17:51 GMT

John Giles talks to Eamon about the weekend's matches and pays tribute to Ian St. John.

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Ep 1045: Is the Good Friday Agreement Safe in Lying Johnson's Hands?

Sat, 06 Mar 2021 05:00:12 GMT

Chris Johns joins Eamon to discuss the escalating tensions between the UK and EU authorities.

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Ep 1044: Can The Republican Party Survive Trump?

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 14:45:52 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 1043: Covid-19 – Dark Days in Sweden as Denmark Successfully Fights The Virus

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 05:01:52 GMT

Philip O'Connor reports from Stockholm.

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Ep 1042: Covid-19 – The Case For Opening Up Society

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 12:12:06 GMT

Conservative commentator John McGuirk joins Eamon to discuss Ireland's handling of the Coronavirus pandemic.

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Ep 1041: Barcelona - Police Raid on the Nou Camp Brings the Club to a New Low

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 05:00:42 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Barcelona.

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Ep 1040: Covid-19 - No Coherent Vaccine Strategy Hinders Rollout Across EU

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 12:47:47 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe Correspondent for The Irish Times, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1039: Covid-19 - Anti-Lockdown Mob Brings Violence to the City Centre

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 05:00:32 GMT

Mark Tighe, reporter with the Sunday Times and co-author of Champagne Football, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1038: Premier League Review - Man City in a League of Their Own

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 14:10:45 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend's soccer.

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Ep 1037: Europe’s Border Blunder Exploited by Boris and DUP

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 05:01:12 GMT

Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1036: Can Boris’s Vaccine Victory Redeem His Covid Failures?

Sat, 27 Feb 2021 07:00:12 GMT

Chris Johns joins Eamon to discuss the success of the UK's vaccination programme.

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Ep 1035: Donald Trump Still Casting A Long Shadow Over America

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 14:24:24 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 1034: Tiger Woods - More Woe for an American Icon

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 05:02:22 GMT

Eamon Lynch, Golfweek columnist and Golf Channel contributor, talks to Eamon about Tiger Woods' life-threatening crash, and the lives of top golfers today.

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Ep 1033: Covid-19 – Muddling On Won't Beat The Virus and the Public Know

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 12:08:17 GMT

Aoife McLysaght, Professor in the Molecular Evolution Laboratory of the Smurfit Institute of Genetics at Trinity College, talks to Eamon about the government's new Covid plan.

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Ep 1032: Covid-19 - Government Can’t Afford Another Covid Mistake

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 14:21:09 GMT

Tomás Ryan on what he hopes from the Government's Living With Covid Plan. And what he fears. Tomás is Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, TCD, and an associate of the Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience.The Stand is proudly sponsored by Tesco.

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Ep 1031: Premier League Review

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 14:34:50 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review some of the weekend's matches.The Stand is proudly sponsored by Tesco.

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Ep 1030: Biden Governs, Trump Seeks Cover From The Law

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 16:00:45 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington. The Stand is proudly sponsored by Tesco.

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Ep 1029: No Good Will Come From Ulster Bank's Departure

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 13:37:55 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon about the news that Ulster Bank will leave the Irish market after 160 years. The Stand is proudly sponsored by Tesco.

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Ep 1028: One Man's Downfall – David Drumm and Anglo Irish Bank

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 11:26:57 GMT

Simon Carswell, Public Affairs Editor at the Irish Times, talks to Eamon about the life and times of former Anglo Irish Bank CEO David Drumm, who this week completed his jail sentence.The Stand is proudly sponsored by Tesco.

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Ep 1027: Wheels of Justice Turn Slowly in Garda on Garda Corruption Enquiry

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 05:00:42 GMT

Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent for The Irish Examiner and author of A Force For Justice - The Maurice McCabe Story, talks to Eamon.The Stand is proudly sponsored by Tesco.

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Ep 1026: Bitcoin - The Bottom Line

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 15:34:53 GMT

Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the rise of Bitcoin.The Stand is proudly sponsored by Tesco.

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Ep 1025: Man City for the Premier League Title, Liverpool Dangerous in the Champions League

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 15:33:08 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend's matches and to look ahead to the return of the Champions League.The Stand is proudly produced by Tesco.

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Ep 1024: Navalny, Trump and Europe - The View From Russia

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 13:50:11 GMT

Bryan MacDonald, Head of the Russia Desk at RT Online, talks to Eamon from Sochi in Russia.The Stand is proudly sponsored by Tesco.

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Ep 1023: Living With Covid-19 Is Not An Option

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 05:00:12 GMT

Professor Anthony Staines of the School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health, DCU, and member of ISAG, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1022: Impeachment – Republicans Belong To Trump

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 14:59:11 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 1021: Covid-19 - Austerity Not An Option In Post-Pandemic Economy

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 05:02:22 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1020: Panorama Exposé Casts a Long Shadow Over Boxing’s Links With the Mob

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 13:33:35 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor at The Sunday World, talks to Eamon about Billy Joe Saunders' offer to arrange an interview with Daniel Kinahan.

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Ep 1019: Covid -19 - Sweden’s Gamble a Spectacular Failure

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 05:00:48 GMT

Journalist Philip O'Connor talks to Eamon from Stockholm.

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Ep 1018: City to Win the Title and Prove Giles and Dunphy Wrong

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 15:00:38 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League matches.

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Ep 1017: Who Is Ursula von der Leyen and How Did She Make the Article 16 Mistake?

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 13:21:17 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe Correspondent for the Irish Times and host of the Irish Passport, talks to Eamon from Brussels.

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Ep 1016: Broke and Beaten, Real and Barca Face Hard Choices

Sat, 06 Feb 2021 05:00:18 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick joins Eamon to discuss recent revelations about the perilous financial situations at Barcelona and Real Madrid, as well as the ongoing Messi transfer saga.

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Ep 1015: Trump Casts A Long Shadow Over The Republican Party

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 14:41:00 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 1014: Covid-19 - Indecisive Leadership Leading Us to Yo-yo Lockdowns

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 05:01:58 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, Trinity College Dublin and an Associate of the Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1013: We’ll Do Whatever It Takes – Minister Paschal Donohoe on COVID-19

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 15:00:38 GMT

Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe talks to Eamon about the government's approach to tackling the coronavirus pandemic and the economic decisions that need to be made.

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Ep 1012: Stock Market - Irrational Exuberance Could Lead to Trouble Ahead

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 05:00:28 GMT

Market Analyst, Paul Sommerville, talks to Eamon about events that surround Game Stop's trading activity and current trends in the global stock markets and where they might lead.

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Ep 1011: COVID-19 - Europe Fails All the Tests

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 14:54:24 GMT

Chris Johns joins Eamon to talk about the EU's role in vaccine purchasing and the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Ep 1010: EU and Ursula von der Leyen Badly Damaged by Pandemic Failures

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 05:00:27 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe Correspondent for the Irish Times and host of the Irish Passport podcast, reports from Brussels.

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Ep 1009: Boxing and the Kinahan Mob

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 18:33:19 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor with The Sunday World, and Chief Sports Writer with The Irish Daily Star, Kieran Cunningham, on Daniel Kinahan's links with boxing.

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Ep 1008: Man Utd should get Bielsa

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 14:21:12 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League action.

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Ep 1007: Republicans Stay Loyal To Trump

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 14:30:07 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 1006: Covid-19 – On Our Present Course, More Disaster Looms

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 12:55:23 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, Trinity College Dublin and an Associate of the Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1005: Europe Gets Tough With AstraZeneca

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 11:56:28 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe Correspondent with the Irish Times, reports from Brussels on the tension between the European Union and vaccine producer AstraZeneca.

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Ep 1004: Living Next Door To Tyrants

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 05:00:37 GMT

William Yang, East Asia Correspondent for DW, the German international broadcaster, talks to Eamon from Taipei in Taiwan.

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Ep 1003: No Lessons Learned - Nationalism on the Rise Again

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 14:46:41 GMT

Economist Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1002: Covid 19 - Decisive Leadership the Only Way Forward

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 16:14:34 GMT

Professor Anthony Staines of the School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health, DCU, and member of ISAGCovid19 talks to Eamon.

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Ep 1001: Liverpool Crisis is Serious

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 14:26:03 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review Manchester Utd.'s defeat of Liverpool in this weekend's FA Cup round.

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Ep 1000: Covid-19 – Not The Time For Schools to Open, Politicians and Media Leading Us to Disaster

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 13:23:16 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, Trinity College Dublin and an Associate of the Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience, talks to Eamon about the failures of government strategy and the potential for a fourth wave.

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Ep 999: Trump Drives America to the Edge

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 16:58:29 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington on the eve of Joe Biden's inauguration.

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Ep 998: Review of the Weekend’s Premier League and Reflections on Wayne Rooney’s Playing Career

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 17:07:41 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend fixtures and to talk about Wayne Rooney's playing career as he announces his retirement.

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Ep 997: Navalny Case Shows That Kremlin No Longer Cares What West Thinks

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 13:48:10 GMT

Bryan MacDonald, Head of Russia Desk at RT Online, talks to Eamon from Sochi in Russia.

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Ep 996: Tough For Boris’s Britain in the Post-Trump World

Sat, 16 Jan 2021 05:00:19 GMT

Chris Johns joins Eamon to discuss the evolving relationship between Britain and the United States, as well as the possible rebirth of Keynesian economics under President Joe Biden.

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Ep 995: Covid-19 – Premier League Plays On For Now

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 17:01:09 GMT

Miguel Delaney, chief football writer at the UK Independent, talks to Eamon about the battle to keep football going during the current lockdown.

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Ep 994: Mother and Baby Homes Report – Coming to Terms With Our Cruel Past?

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 12:36:11 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter, professor of modern Irish history at UCD, talks to Eamon about the Mother and Baby Homes report published this week.

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Ep 993: Covid-19 – Top Musician on his Battle to Survive the Pandemic

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 12:38:08 GMT

Musician Dave Browne, frontman of the band PictureHouse, talks to Eamon about the particular challenges artists and others in the music industry have faced during the Covid pandemic.

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Ep 992: Matt Laslo - Face to Face with Trump's Deadly Mob in the Capitol

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 19:56:17 GMT

Political Correspondent Matt Laslo was in the Capitol when Trump supporters invaded and tells Eamon what it means for America.

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Ep 991: Without Leadership and Clear Thinking More Lockdowns Are Inevitable

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 05:00:37 GMT

Aoife McLysaght, Professor in the Molecular Evolution Laboratory of the Smurfit Institute of Genetics,TCD, talks to Eamon about the current surge of Covid-19 in Ireland.

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Ep 990: A Shocked and Fearful America Reflects on Everything Trump

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 16:07:35 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 989: Brexit - Government Action Needed to Prevent Supply Chain Collapse

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 14:59:58 GMT

Verona Murphy TD, former President of the Irish Road Haulage Association, outlines the growing problems for haulage companies as Ireland comes to terms with the trade realities of Brexit.

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Ep 988: Covid-19 - Ireland Bottom of the Covid League Table

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 13:30:31 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, European Correspondent with The Irish Times and host of the Irish Passport Podcast, reports on the EU China deal, the impact of Covid-19 across Europe and the vaccine rollout.

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Ep 987: Trump, Brexit, and the Rise of Populism

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 05:01:20 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the meaning of this week's protests at the US Capitol Building and populist movements across the world.

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Ep 986: Trump's Shameful End

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 14:37:58 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 985: 2021 - No Happy New Year For Kinahan Cartel

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 11:42:38 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor for The Sunday World, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 984: Republicans Mute As Trump Attempts An American Coup

Tue, 05 Jan 2021 17:48:07 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 983: How Sweden Botched its Coronavirus Response

Tue, 05 Jan 2021 13:47:29 GMT

Journalist Philip O'Connor talks to Eamon from Stockholm.

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Ep 982: Covid-19 - Out of Control, Out of Ideas, Schools not Safe to Open

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 17:00:44 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, Trinity College Dublin and an Associate of the Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience, talks to Eamon about the Christmas surge and the Government's plans to control.

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Ep 981: Holiday Premier League Review

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 13:51:08 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the recent Premier League fixtures.

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Ep 980: Covid-19 - We Could Be Clear By St. Patrick's Day, Here's How

Sat, 19 Dec 2020 05:00:39 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, Trinity College Dublin and an Associate of the Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience, talks to Eamon about a way to control the virus and the consequences of opening up for Christmas.

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Ep 978: Trump Casts Long Shadow Over The Biden Administration

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 14:36:33 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 977: Britain Not Ready, Chaos For All In No Win No Deal Brexit

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 05:01:59 GMT

Simon McKeever, Chief Executive of the Irish Exporters Association, talks to Eamon about the ongoing preparations for Brexit.

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Ep 976: Covid-19 – Christmas With Fingers Crossed

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 15:00:39 GMT

Anthony Staines, professor of Health Systems in DCU, talks to Eamon about the 'calculated risk' of easing Covid pandemic restrictions over Christmas.

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Ep 975: Liverpool Show Their Class, West Brom Don't

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 12:07:52 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the midweek fixtures in the Premier League, including the top of the table clash between Liverpool and Spurs.

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Ep 974: A German Perspective on Covid-19 and Brexit

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 07:10:48 GMT

Berlin-based journalist Clifford Coonan talks to Eamon.

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Ep 973: Brexit - Can We Trust Boris, the True Believers Ask

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 05:00:40 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, Editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 972: Premier League Weekend Fixtures Review

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 16:10:18 GMT

John Giles and Eamon review the weekend's fixtures.

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Ep 971: Brexit - Significant Movement As Talks Extended

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 13:25:31 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe Correspondent for The Irish Times and Host of The Irish Passport, reports from Brussels.

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Ep 969: Biden In Power But Will Trump Let Him Govern?

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 14:26:48 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 968: The Running Book by John Connell

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 05:02:00 GMT

Author, farmer and amateur long-distance runner John Connell talks to Eamon.

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Ep 967: Football Special – End of Spain's Glorious Era

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 12:34:00 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Barcelona on the fading powers of the Spanish football giants.

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Ep 966: Price Hikes, Jobs Losses and Serious Problems for Agri-foods in No Deal Brexit

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 05:00:50 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon about the impact of Brexit on Irish business.

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Ep 965: Boris's Hardline Gang Loses Friends And Influences No One

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 13:22:56 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe Correspondent at The Irish Times and Host of The Irish Passport, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 964: Covid-19 Vaccine - Great News And Why We Must Proceed With Caution

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 14:13:22 GMT

Prof. Rachel McLoughlin, Professor in Immunology and Director of Teaching and Learning in the School of Biochemistry and Immunology at Trinity College, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 963: Premier League - Attitude is Everything

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 17:28:49 GMT

John Giles reviews the weekend matches with Eamon.

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Ep 962: British Nationalists Self-Harm, Europe And Ireland To Suffer

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 13:58:50 GMT

Economist Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

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Ep 961: Seamus Woulfe and the Supreme Court - Who Judges the Judges?

Sat, 05 Dec 2020 06:00:15 GMT

Ruadhán Mac Cormaic, assistant editor at The Irish Times and author of 'The Supreme Court', a history of Ireland's highest court, talks to Eamon about the ongoing controversies surrounding Justice Seamus Wolfe.

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Ep 960: Biden Won, But Can He Govern?

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 14:52:25 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 959: Brexit – Time To Make Your Mind Up, EU Tells Britain

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 11:48:27 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe correspondent with the Irish Times, joins Eamon to discuss the tense final stages of the the Brexit negotiations between the EU and Britain.

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Ep 957: Kinahan's Gang Rule Extends Into Prisons

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 05:00:55 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor at The Sunday World, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 956: Brexit - Heading for Chaos Driven by Boris Johnson and Michael Gove

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 14:10:00 GMT

Verona Murphy, Independent TD for Wexford and former President of the Irish Road Haulage Association, talks to Eamon about the impact of Brexit on the transport of goods.

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Ep 955: EU Attitude To Brexit Hardens As Talks Run Out of Time

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 18:25:31 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe Correspondent for The Irish Times and Host of The Irish Passport, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 954: Premier League Review

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 13:46:55 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League fixtures.

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Ep 953: Colm Tóibín - On Donald Trump and His People

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 05:00:52 GMT

Writer Colm Tóibín talks to Eamon about the legacy of Donald Trump's presidency, and what comes next for America.

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Ep 952: Covid-19 - Sweden Got it Wrong

Sat, 28 Nov 2020 06:00:22 GMT

Philip O'Connor, an Irish journalist living in Stockholm, reports on troubling Covid-19 case numbers and changing public attitudes in Sweden.

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Ep 951: Not Gone, Not Forgotten – Trump Owns The Republican Party

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 14:42:36 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 950: Covid-19 - We're About to Make a Terrible Mistake

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 05:02:32 GMT

Professor Tomás Ryan talks to Eamon about the impact of loosening restrictions too soon.

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Ep 949: Maradona - "Maybe the Greatest of Them All"

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:49:18 GMT

John Giles and Eamon pay tribute to the great Diego Maradona.

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Ep 948: The World's Economy in Uncharted Territory

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 12:49:28 GMT

Eamon is joined by Chris Johns and Jim Power to discuss the economic impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic, and the different strategies used by the Irish and UK governments to deal with it.

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Ep 947: In Praise of Brexit, A Lament For The Donald

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 05:00:32 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, Editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 946: Covid-19 Vaccine - A Triumph For Science and Humanity

Tue, 24 Nov 2020 13:39:26 GMT

Professor Gerry Killeen, Research Chair in Applied Pathogen Ecology at UCC, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 945: Life After The Pandemic - A Good News Story

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 20:01:26 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe Correspondent for The Irish Times and Host of The Irish Passport, talks to Eamon about how we could live and work in the future.

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Ep 944: Premiership Review and Reflection on Ireland's Performances Last Week

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 15:29:32 GMT

John Giles talks to Eamon.

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Ep 943: Labour's Anti-Semitism Lets Boris Off the Hook

Sat, 21 Nov 2020 06:00:13 GMT

Economist Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

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Ep 942: American Democracy Faces Its Darkest Hour

Fri, 20 Nov 2020 15:36:24 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 941: Cummings Departure and Biden Victory May Get Brexit Done

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 13:55:44 GMT

Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern talks to Eamon about Brexit developments.

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Ep 940: Covid-19, Brexit - A Unionist Perspective

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 06:00:31 GMT

Ben Lowry, Deputy Editor of the Belfast News Letter, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 939: Brexit - As Time Runs Out No Signs Of Hope For A Deal

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 13:58:34 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe Correspondent for The Irish Times and Host of The Irish Passport podcast, reports from Brussels on progress in Brexit discussions and a crisis in the EU recovery plan.

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Ep 938: Covid-19 Vaccine - When Will We Have? How Will It Work?

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 05:00:41 GMT

Professor of Health Systems Anthony Staines talks to Eamon.

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Ep 937: Collapse of the Mansfield Empire Leads to the Special Criminal Court

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 12:57:39 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor at the Sunday World, reports.

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Ep 936: Surge in Cases Tests Sweden's Resolve

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 05:00:21 GMT

As Sweden feels the force of a second wave, Philip O'Connor reports from Stockholm.

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Ep 935: Right Wing Hacks, After Dinner Speakers and Journalists - No Way to Govern

Sat, 14 Nov 2020 06:00:21 GMT

Chris Johns joins Eamon to discuss the public arguments tearing through 10 Downing Street this week.

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Ep 934: Trump Down But By No Means Out

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 14:28:26 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 933: Weak and Disorganised Boris Blunders Towards a Chaotic Brexit

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 13:06:36 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, editor of Spiked, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 932: Trump - His Presidency Over But Trumpism Lives On

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 17:35:10 GMT

Niall Stanage reflects on events in the United States post the election.

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Ep 931: No Easy Answer to the Seamus Woulfe Puzzle

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 15:00:28 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor of the Irish Independent, talks to Eamon about Seamus Woulfe and also Sinn Féin's no-confidence motion in Leo Varadker.

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Ep 930: Covid-19 – Great News on the Vaccine, But Some Way To Go Before We're Safe

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 13:04:58 GMT

Cliona O'Farrelly, professor of comparative immunology at Trinity College Dublin, talks to Eamon about the possible impact of a coronavirus vaccine.

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Ep 929: Covid-19 - Wrong Policy Doomed to Fail

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 16:50:28 GMT

Tomás Ryan talks to Eamon. Tomás is Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, Trinity College Dublin, and an associate of the Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience.

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Ep 928: Players Being Pushed Beyond Their Limit - Injury Crisis Inevitable

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 13:36:31 GMT

John Giles and Eamon review the weekend's soccer.

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Ep 927: Trump Falls and Drags America Down With Him

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 14:24:20 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 926: Trumpism Is Here To Stay, Europe Needs To Prepare

Fri, 06 Nov 2020 12:56:38 GMT

Chris Johns joins Eamon to discuss the likely fallout from the US Presidential election this week.

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Ep 925: Covid-19 - Why Europe Is Failing the Covid Test

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 06:00:24 GMT

Naomi O'Leary talks to Eamon. Naomi is Europe Correspondent for The Irish Times and host of The Irish Passport.

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Ep 924: US Election Special – No Winner Yet in Tight Race

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 10:14:00 GMT

As election results begin to come in from across the US, Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 923: Trump v Biden - Important But Not The End of History

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 14:57:17 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter, Professor of Modern History at UCD, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 922: Covid-19 - The Economy Going Places It's Never Gone Before

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 07:54:45 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon about the short term and long term impact of lockdown.

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Ep 921: Nobby Stiles - An Appreciation

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 15:04:40 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to reflect of the life and career of Nobby Stiles.

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Ep 920: Corbyn Provides Good News for Embattled Boris (Again)

Sat, 31 Oct 2020 06:00:14 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon about a new report on anti-semitism in the British Labour Party, as well as the role democracy plays in defining the effectiveness of the coronavirus response across the world.

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Ep 919: America Decides, The World Waits

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 14:11:30 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 918: Covid-19 - Virus Out of Control in Putin's Russia

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 05:01:04 GMT

Bryan MacDonald, journalist with RT, talks to Eamon about Covid-19, Trump v Biden and Putin v Merkel.

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Ep 917: Covid-19 – A Dissident Voice

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 12:53:33 GMT

Dr. Martin Feeley, who resigned as clinical director of the Dublin Midlands Hospital Group last month, talks to Eamon about the need to challenge the coronavirus consensus.

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Ep 916: Angela Merkel - The Leader Germany and Europe Can Ill-Afford to Lose

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 05:00:32 GMT

Berlin based journalist Clifford Coonan talks to Eamon.

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Ep 915: Racist Donald Versus Sleepy Joe - America And The World to Play For

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 15:22:29 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 914: The Rise and Fall of John Gilligan

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 05:00:26 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor with The Sunday World, talks to Eamon following the recent arrest of John Gilligan in the South of Spain.

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Ep 913: Liverpool Ahead of the Rest - Sky and BT Sport Rip-Off Loyal Customers

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 13:46:26 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League matches.

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Ep 912: Boris Waits For US Election Result Before Making His Brexit Move

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 06:00:06 GMT

Chris Johns joins Eamon to discuss the increasingly evident failures of nations to deal with the coronavirus pandemic.

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Ep 911: 42 Million Votes Cast – Has America Already Decided?

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 14:00:46 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 910: Spain Prepares for Saddest Clasico Ever In A Country Bitterly Divided by Covid Pandemic

Fri, 23 Oct 2020 12:11:09 GMT

Ahead of an unusual meeting between Barcelona and Real Madrid, Richard Fitzpatrick talks to Eamon about the Spanish second wave.

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Ep 909: No Justice for House of Horrors' Victim

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 15:00:36 GMT

Nicola Tallant joins Eamon to discuss the case of Cynthia Owen, sexual abuse survivor and mother of murdered infant Noleen Murphy, as well as the recent arrest in Spain of fallen crimelord, John Gilligan.

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Ep 908: Boris Seeks Redemption Through Brexit

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 10:33:47 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, editor of Spiked, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 907: Covid-19 - Victory Over The Virus No Longer Assured For Sweden

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 05:00:36 GMT

Sweden-based journalist Philip O'Connor talks to Eamon.

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Ep 906: Six Week Lockdown Welcome But We Must Use Time Wisely

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 13:39:50 GMT

Dr. Tomás Ryan talks to Eamon. Tomás is Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, Trinity College Dublin, and an associate of the Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience.

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Ep 905: Covid-19 - Lockdown Alone Will Not Solve The Covid-19 Crisis

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 13:53:55 GMT

Prof. Anthony Staines, Professor of Health Systems at DCU, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 904: VAR Farce Spoils Another Exciting Premier League Weekend

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 12:30:11 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review weekend Premier League soccer.

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Ep 903: Brexit - Boris Puts It Up To Europe

Sat, 17 Oct 2020 05:00:14 GMT

Economist Chris Johns talk to Eamon.

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Ep 902: Polarised and Fearful – America Votes

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 13:43:35 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 901: Budget 2021 - Doing Whatever it Takes

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 08:25:39 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon.

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Ep 900: All-Island Approach A Must To Beat Covid-19

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 14:44:29 GMT

Professor Patrick Mallon, Professor of Microbial Diseases in the UCD School of Medicine and a Consultant in Infectious Diseases in St Vincent's University Hospital in Dublin, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 899: Can A No Deal Brexit Be Avoided Now?

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 12:18:33 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe Correspondent for The Irish Times and host of The Irish Passport podcast, talks to Eamon about Brexit and Covid-19 developments across Europe.

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Ep 898: Why The Germans Do it Better

Tue, 13 Oct 2020 05:00:24 GMT

John Kampfner, author of Why the Germans Do it Better: Notes from a Grown Up Country, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 897: International Soccer - Greed Killing the Beautiful Game

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 13:02:59 GMT

John Giles and Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sportswriter for the Irish Daily Star, join Eamon to discuss Ireland's recent International soccer matches and the impact of Covid-19.

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Ep 896: America on the Brink

Fri, 09 Oct 2020 14:00:55 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 895: Reasons for Optimism But We Need a Goalscorer

Fri, 09 Oct 2020 11:57:21 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to discuss last night's Euro 2020 qualifier between Ireland and Slovakia in Bratislava.

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Ep 894: Boris – Exposed and Clueless, The Myth Dissolves

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 04:00:27 GMT

Chris Johns joins Eamon to discuss the publication of 'The Gambler', Tom Bower's unauthorised biography of Boris Johnson, as well as Johnson's keynote speech at the Tory party conference.

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Ep 893: Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Finance – Hope for the Best and Plan for the Worst

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 10:45:48 GMT

Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe talks to Eamon about the government's Covid plan, next week's budget, and the possibility of a no-deal Brexit.

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Ep 892: Crime In A Time Of Covid

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 04:00:27 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor with the Sunday World, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 891: Covid-19 - In Trouble and Heading for Worse

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 14:31:39 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, Trinity College Dublin, and an Associate of the Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 890: Covid-19 - Reckless Trump Administration A Threat To All

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 15:32:32 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon.

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Ep 889: Man Utd Demolished, Liverpool Get a Wake-Up Call

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 12:41:51 GMT

John Giles and Eamon review a spectacular weekend of Premiership soccer.

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Ep 888: Boris’s Britain Catches a New Virus: Incompetence

Sat, 03 Oct 2020 04:00:17 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the confusion surrounding the UK's coronavirus protocols.

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Ep 887: Trump Struck Down By The Virus, Others In His Circle At Risk

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 13:06:11 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 886: Crunch Time For Brexit As Boris Meets Ursula Von Der Leyen

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 11:28:48 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe correspondent with the Irish Times, reports from Brussels.

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Ep 885: Covid-19 - How Australia is Beating the Virus

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 12:45:59 GMT

Dr. Niall Conroy, Consultant in Public Medicine in Queensland, talks to Eamon about how the combination of strong leadership and listening to the doctors suppressed Covid-19 across Australia.

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Ep 884: Trump Plumbs New Depths in Presidential Debate

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 13:44:11 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington on the fallout from the first of this year's presidential debates.

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Ep 883: Covid-19 - Facing Economic Waste Land

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 05:00:24 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon.

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Ep 882: Covid-19 - Unless We Abandon Our Defeatist Strategy We're Looking at 35,000 Deaths

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 14:57:11 GMT

Prof. Gerry Killeen, Chair of Applied Pathogen Ecology in UCC, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 881: Post-Covid - Will The Old Politics Survive?

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 14:59:19 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter, Professor of Modern Irish History at UCD, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 880: Humiliation for Man City - Pogba Exposed Again

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 12:15:34 GMT

John Giles and Eamon review the weekend's Premier League games and how new hand ball rules are hurting the game.

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Ep 879: White Collar Job Security A Thing of the Past

Sat, 26 Sep 2020 05:00:14 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the economic consequences of the pandemic on Ireland and the UK, and the pivotal decisions faced by Rishi Sunak and Paschal Donohoe.

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Ep 878: Trump v Biden – A Defining Moment for a Troubled Nation

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 13:52:09 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 877: Boris – Trumpian Exposed as Workshy Laughing Stock

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 04:01:54 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, editor of Spiked, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 876: Covid-19 – In Sweden, the Jury is Still Out

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 11:57:51 GMT

Philip O'Connor reports from Stockholm on the early signs of a Swedish spike, and Johan Giesecke's contribution to the Oireachtas Special Committee on Covid-19 Response.

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Ep 875: Health v Wealth - Political Leadership Required to Get the Balance Right

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 05:00:34 GMT

Associate Professor Tomás Ryan and Mark Paul, Business Correspondent with the Irish Times, debate the choices we face.

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Ep 874: Covid In Europe And Brexit Talks On The Brink

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 11:53:22 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Irish Times Europe Correspondent and host of the Irish Passport podcast, reports from Brussels.

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Ep 873: Death of US Supreme Court Justice - Stakes Just Got Higher in Presidential Race

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 15:15:14 GMT

CNN Journalist Donie O'Sullivan reports on developments in the Presidential campaigning on the death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

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Ep 872: Without Major Changes Manchester United Will Struggle

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 13:11:01 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend's Premier League matches.

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Ep 871 : Champagne Football - How John Delaney Brought the FAI To Its Knees

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 04:00:58 GMT

Mark Tighe, Sunday Times journalist and co-author of Champagne Football: John Delaney and the Betrayal of Irish Football, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 870: Trump Makes Himself the Issue, Biden Exceeds Low Expectations

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 14:00:58 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 869: The Future Fianna Fáil – A Strong Left-of-Centre Party

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 11:31:13 GMT

Jim O'Callaghan, Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin Bay South, talks to Eamon about the government's response to the coronavirus and the future of his party.

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Ep 868: The Slow and Painful Exposure of Boris

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 11:57:54 GMT

Chris Johns joins Eamon to discuss the escalating struggles of the Johnson government.

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Ep 867: Two Northern Communities – Further Apart Than Ever

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 05:00:28 GMT

Billy Hutchinson, leader of the Progressive Unionist Party, joins Eamon to discuss the Internal Markets Bill and the consequences of a no-deal Brexit for Northern Ireland.

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Ep 866: Boris's Brexit – Bad for Britain, Bad for Ireland, Bad for Europe

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 11:52:11 GMT

Bertie Ahern joins Eamon to discuss the British government's latest efforts to negotiate a deal with the EU, and the impact of the controversial Internal Markets Bill.

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Ep 865: Jose Mourinho – Yesterday's Man

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 14:00:38 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to discuss the weekend's Premier League action.

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Ep 864: Personal Behaviour the Key to Winning the War With Covid

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 12:13:56 GMT

Ahead of new pandemic protocols set to be announced by the Irish government tomorrow, Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor in the School of Biochemistry and Immunology and Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 863: Bad Week for Trump But Will It Hurt Him With His Fans?

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 14:01:20 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 862: Leeds Back in the Premier League - John Giles Recalls the Great Leeds Team He Played For

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 07:02:01 GMT

John Giles talks to Eamon about the classic Leeds United teams of the 1960s and 1970s the Don Revie built.

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Ep 861: Johnson/Cummings Moonshot Politics Drive Us Towards the Cliff Edge

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 11:23:12 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

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Ep 860: Boris's Britain - Land of Soap and Glory

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 05:00:29 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, Editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon about agreements and promises broken.

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Ep 859: Chaos in the World's Most Potent Democracy

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 16:21:54 GMT

CNN Journalist Donie O'Sullivan talks to Eamon about disinformation and November's Presidential Election and whether Trump might refuse to leave the White House if defeated.

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Ep 858: Covid-19 - Ireland and Europe Trending Towards Trouble

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 12:33:25 GMT

Prof Gerry Killeen, Chair of Applied Pathogen Ecology in UCC, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 857: Stephen Kenny, Taking the Road Less Travelled

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 13:35:49 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to discuss Stephen Kenny's early matches as Ireland coach and why he deserves support.

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Ep 856: "Shock" in Brussels and Dublin at Boris's Delinquency

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 12:24:04 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe Correspondent with The Irish Times and host of The Irish Passport podcast, reports from Brussels.

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Ep 855: Get Real or Get Ready for a Terrible Winter

Sat, 05 Sep 2020 05:00:10 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor in the School of Biochemistry and Immunology and Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 854: Seamus Coleman Missed as Ireland Escape in Sofia

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 12:26:18 GMT

John Giles and Eamon review Bulgaria - Ireland match.

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Ep 853: The Witness

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 04:19:12 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor with The Sunday World, talks to Eamon about her new book.

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Ep 852: Poisoning Putin's Enemies - A Russian Perspective

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 12:44:40 GMT

RT Journalist Bryan MacDonald argues that there's no benefit to Putin in Alexei Navalny's poisoning.

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Ep 851: American Dream Is Becoming A Nightmare

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 14:15:32 GMT

Economist Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

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Ep 850: No Good News for the Kinahan Cartel

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 05:00:17 GMT

Nicola Tallant, investigations editor with the Sunday World, talks to Eamon about the latest Kinahan convictions, and explains the origins of the Kinahan-Hutch feud.

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Ep 849: Hard Brexit Looming For A Weakened Tory Party

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 11:04:42 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, editor of Spiked, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 848: Irreconcilable Differences Make Messi's Man City Move More Likely

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 11:48:31 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Barcelona ahead of a crucial meeting between Messi's representatives and club president Josep Bartomeu.

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Ep 847: Covid-19 – Another Lockdown Would Be Ruinous

Sat, 29 Aug 2020 05:00:17 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon about the prospect of another lockdown and the social effects of economic decisions.

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Ep 846: Biden Victory No Done Deal

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 14:00:47 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 845: Messi Talks to Pep and Looks Good to Go to City

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 11:53:02 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Barcelona on the developing Messi transfer saga.

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Ep 844: Covid-19 – No Governing Consensus

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 05:00:17 GMT

Anthony Staines, Professor of Health Systems at DCU, talks to Eamon about the 'Zero Covid' approach.

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Ep 843: Lionel Messi for the Premier League?

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 12:00:08 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Barcelona on the latest developments in the Messi transfer saga.

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Ep 842: As Trump and Boris Reign, The Centre Cannot Hold

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 11:26:28 GMT

Chris Johns joins Eamon to discuss the shooting of Jacob Blake, the Republican National Convention, and the collapse of the political centre on both sides of the Atlantic.

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Ep 841: Commissioner Hogan on the EU Exit Ramp?

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 11:16:45 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe Correspondent with the Irish Times and host of The Irish Passport podcast, reports from Brussels.

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Ep 840: Belarus - People Take to the Streets to Protest Rigged Election

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 05:00:27 GMT

RT Journalist, Bryan MacDonald, reports on the protests in Belarus and the suspected poisoning of Russian anti-corruption activist, Alexei Navalny.

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Ep 839: Covid-19 – Sweden Serenely Plays The Long Game

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 14:30:07 GMT

Philip O'Connor reports from Stockholm.

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Ep 838: No Party For PSG As Bayern Lift The Cup

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 12:21:17 GMT

John Giles and Eamon talk about the Champions League Final and Europa League Final.

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Ep 837: Biden Exceeds Expectations In Acceptance Speech, Yet Polls Tighten

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 14:30:03 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 836: Covid-19 – Official Ireland Breaches Its Own Rules

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 12:18:19 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor at the Irish Independent, talks to Eamon about the fallout from the Oireachtas Golf Society event and the resignation of Minister for Agriculture Dara Calleary.

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Ep 835: Covid-19 – No Leadership, No Convincing Policy

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 14:00:35 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor in the School of Biochemistry and Immunology and Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 834: Covid-19 – The Terrifying Prospect of Businesses Collapsing and Mass Unemployment

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 10:33:01 GMT

Economist Dan O'Brien talks to Eamon about finding ways to live with the virus so that the economy can survive.

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Ep 833: Barcelona's Humiliation

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 05:00:35 GMT

Journalist Richard Fitzpatrick talks to Eamon.

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Ep 832: Meat Processing Plants - Fertile Ground for Covid-19 Virus

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 13:22:11 GMT

Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent The Irish Examiner and host of The Mick Clifford Podcast, reports on the recent Covid=19 outbreaks at Irish meat processing plants.

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Ep 831: Re-opening Schools - A Gamble That Could Go Wrong

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 14:34:10 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor in the School of Biochemistry and Immunology and Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 830: Impressive Bayern To Be Champions - Trouble For Man United And ‘Pep’

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 12:20:09 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend's Champions League and Europe League matches.

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Ep 829: Populists Exposed By Covid Pandemic

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 13:59:31 GMT

Economist Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

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Ep 828: Justice Served - 40 Years for Aaron Brady

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 13:01:38 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor of The Sunday World, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 827: Spain Tortured By Coronavirus

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 05:00:13 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Barcelona on the surging numbers of Covid-19 cases across Spain, and discusses a chaotic summer so far for Real Madrid and Barcelona.

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Ep 826: Harris Strengthens the Biden Ticket

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 13:29:14 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington on the selection of Senator Kamala Harris as Joe Biden's running mate in this year's presidential election.

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Ep 825: With the Arrest of Jimmy Lai, China Instils Fear in Hong Kong

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 11:10:39 GMT

Peter Goff, Asia correspondent with the Irish Times, reports from Beijing.

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Ep 824: FAI Crisis – Visionaries' Vision Looking a Bit Blurred

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 05:00:12 GMT

Mark Tighe, Journalist of the Year with the Sunday Times and co-author of 'Champagne Football: The Rise and Fall of John Delaney and the FAI', talks to Eamon about the ongoing arguments between those who seek to govern Irish football.

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Ep 823: Covid-19 – Austerity Not the Answer to Economic Disaster

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 14:00:32 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon about the impact of the coronavirus crisis on businesses around the country.

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Ep 822: Overhyped Man City Won't Win the Champions League

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 10:43:35 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles and Liam Brady to discuss last week's European fixtures, including Man City's victory over Real Madrid, while looking ahead to the quarter-finals of the Champions League.

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Ep 821: Trump Running Against Himself as Biden Stays Home

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 15:00:42 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 820: More Trouble at the FAI – The Mess Shane Ross Left Behind

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 12:56:45 GMT

Gavin Cooney, journalist with The 42, and Brendan Dillon, former chairman of the League of Ireland, join Eamon to discuss the latest controversy in Irish football.

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Ep 819: Covid-19 – The Next Ten Days Are Critical

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 12:47:17 GMT

Mitigation, Suppression, Elimination – it's time to decide. Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor in the School of Biochemistry and Immunology and the Trinity Institute of Neuroscience at Trinity College, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 818: Politicians v Plutocrats - Can Washington Tame Tech Giants?

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 05:00:26 GMT

Matt Stoller talks to Eamon about last week's appearance at the US Congress Anti-Trust Committee by Apple, Amazon, Google and Facebook CEOs. Matt Stoller is the Director of Research at the American Economic Liberties Project and a visiting lecturer in the Department of History at Columbia University. He writes a free email newsletter Big, and his book, Goliath: The 100-Year War Between Monopoly, Power and Democracy, is published by Simon & Schuster.

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Ep 817: On The Passing Of John Hume Eamonn McCann Talks About The Man He Knew

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 14:34:57 GMT

Journalist Eamonn McCann talks to Eamon.

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Ep 816: October Budget A Real Test For Uneasy Coalition

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 11:37:27 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor for The Irish Independent, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 815: Covid-19 – Sweden Plays The Long Game

Sat, 01 Aug 2020 05:00:26 GMT

Philip O'Connor reports from Sweden.

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Ep 814: Republicans Beginning To Distance Themselves From Trump

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 13:38:21 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 813: Boris Threatens the Union, Bad News for Ireland

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 05:00:26 GMT

Chris Johns joins Eamon to discuss Boris Johnson's first year as Prime Minister.

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Ep 812: Cervical Check Scandal – Official Ireland's Shameless Torture of Its Victims

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 12:47:30 GMT

In the wake of Ruth Morrissey's death, her solicitor Cian O'Carroll talks to Eamon about the ongoing battle for justice.

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Ep 811: The View from Russia

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 05:00:26 GMT

Bryan MacDonald, journalist with RT, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 810: Democracy Is Asleep While Tyrants Grow Bolder

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 12:33:53 GMT

Ruadhán MacCormaic, Assistant Editor, The Irish Times, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 809: Brexit - Boris Must Deliver on Time

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 05:00:26 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, Editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 808: Liam Brady Joins Eamon To Review The Premiership Season

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 12:16:10 GMT

Liam Brady Joins Eamon To Review The Premiership Season.

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Ep 807: Government Stimulus Welcome but Brexit Looms Ugly in the Background

Sat, 25 Jul 2020 05:00:19 GMT

Eamon is joined by Chris Johns to discuss what the government's new stimulus package sets out to achieve and whether it will be enough to do the job.

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Ep 806: Rapidly Spreading Coronavirus Bodes Ill for The Donald

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 13:21:45 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 805: As The Kinahan Cartel Is Brought Down it Leaves a Legacy of Fear, Hatred and Division

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 05:00:39 GMT

Nicola Tallant, investigations Editor with the Sunday World, talks to Eamon about the conviction of Bomber Kavanagh in the UK and the consequences for Daniel Kinahan.

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Ep 804 – China Well Prepared for the Coming Cold War

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 11:06:24 GMT

Peter Goff, Asia correspondent for the Irish Times, talks to Eamon

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Ep 803: Angela Merkel Takes the Lead as Europe Meets the Challenge of Covid-19

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 15:00:19 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe Correspondent for The Irish Times and host of The Irish Passport, joins Eamon to talk about the recent EU Summit.

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Ep 802: Covid-19 - Absence of Clear Thinking May Prove Costly

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 12:12:26 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor in the School of Biochemistry and Immunology and the Trinity Institute of Neuroscience at Trinity College, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 801: Hong Kong Fights for Its Life

Mon, 06 Jul 2020 10:30:54 GMT

Peter Goff, Asia correspondent with the Irish Times, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 800: Barcelona and Messi – The Sad End to a Glorious Era

Sun, 05 Jul 2020 05:00:01 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Barcelona on a great club in crisis.

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Ep 799: Another Dismal Week for Donald Trump

Fri, 03 Jul 2020 15:00:41 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 798: Europe Divided On Pandemic Bailout – Angela Merkel's Greatest Challenge

Fri, 03 Jul 2020 11:28:26 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe correspondent with the Irish Times and host of the Irish Passport podcast, talks to Eamon about the EU's response to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Ep 797: Robert Fisk - No End to Israeli Expansion

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 16:00:51 GMT

Robert Fisk talks to Eamon about growing moves by Israel to annex the West Bank.

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Ep 796: Lack of Covid Leadership is Dangerous

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 12:11:45 GMT

Dr. Tomás Ryan, Assistant Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology at Trinity College Dublin, tells Eamon that the new government should have a Minister for Covid-19.

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Ep 795: More Bad News for the Kinahan Mob

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 15:00:22 GMT

Nicola Tallant talks to Eamon.

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Ep 794: Send in the Clowns - Johnson and Cummings Drive Britain to the Cliff Edge

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 12:00:27 GMT

Economist Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

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Ep 793: New Government Will Need To Show Plenty of Bottle

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 15:44:49 GMT

Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor for the Irish Independent, reports on the government formation and Taoiseach Micháel Martin's Cabinet.

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Ep 792: Liverpool – The Real Deal

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 12:12:08 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to salute a great team.

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Ep 791: Covid-19 – More Deaths But Sweden Stays Cool

Sat, 27 Jun 2020 05:00:02 GMT

Journalist Philip O'Connor reports from Stockholm.

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Ep 790: Polls Suggest Americans Weary of The Donald

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 13:36:47 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 789: Power or Principle? Neasa Hourigan On The Choice Facing The Greens

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 10:55:35 GMT

Neasa Hourigan, Green Party TD for Dublin Central, talks to Eamon about the Programme for Government and explains why she is voting against it.

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Ep 788: The Greens – Between a Rock and a Hard Place

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 05:00:22 GMT

Patricia McKenna, former Green Party MEP, talks to Eamon about the difficult choice facing the Greens as they debate going into government.

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Ep 787: Limerick Crime Gangs Back in Business

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 12:17:10 GMT

Nicola Tallant talks to Eamon about the resurgence of organised crime gangs in Limerick city, while Tyson Fury puts some distance between himself and Daniel Kinahan.

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Ep 785: Covid-19 - Low Numbers Can Lie, The Virus Is Around and Dangerous

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 13:30:22 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, TCD, and an associate of the Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 784: Our Political Crisis - Micheál Martin and the Green Party Play for High Stakes

Mon, 22 Jun 2020 16:05:56 GMT

Green Party member Seán McCabe talks to Eamon about the party's divided opinion on entering coalition with Fine Gael and Fine Fáil.

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Ep 783: John Giles and Liam Brady On Football Without Fans

Mon, 22 Jun 2020 12:04:05 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady review the weekend's Premier League matches with Eamon.

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Ep 782: Can The Blueshirts Learn To Love Fianna Fáil?

Sat, 20 Jun 2020 05:00:12 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter, Professor of Modern History at UCD, on the historic alliance at the heart of our government.

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Ep 781: Trump Gambles All On A Healthy Economy and a Disappearing Virus

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 13:34:04 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 780: Covid-19 - Not Listening to the Science Comes with Risks Attached

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 05:00:52 GMT

Professor Anthony Staines, DCU, talks to Eamon about how wearing a mask and avoiding crowded spaces can help us manage the tensions between locking down and opening up.

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Ep 779: Premier League Returns With Impressive Show Of Solidarity Against Racism

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 11:25:46 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to discuss the return of Premier League football.

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Ep 778: Brexit - A Mess Made in Britain

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 05:00:24 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe Correspondent with the Irish Times and host of The Irish Passport podcast, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 777: China On the Back Foot as Covid-19 Spikes in Beijing

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 12:57:30 GMT

Peter Goff, Asia Correspondent for the Irish Times, reports from China on the coronavirus outbreak in Beijing.

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Ep 776: Johnson’s Britain Blunders On

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 15:00:25 GMT

Economist Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

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Ep 775: New Government to See the End of Civil War Politics

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 11:07:25 GMT

Michael Brennan, Political Editor of the Business Post, talks to Eamon about the formation of a new government.

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Ep 774: Trump Tacks To His Base As Polls Favour Biden

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 14:50:00 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 773: Dithering Boris Being Exposed

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 12:00:40 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, editor of Spiked, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 772: Daniel Kinahan Hits The Big Time

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 05:00:40 GMT

Nicola Tallant, investigations editor with the Sunday World, talks to Eamon about Daniel Kinahan's increasing fame in the boxing world.

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Ep 771: Covid-19 – Mitigate, Suppress, Eliminate – It's Time to Decide

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 11:38:36 GMT

Dr. Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor in the School of Biochemistry and Immunology at Trinity College, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 770: Trump Leads America Into the Unknown

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 16:30:00 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 769: Britain - No Quick Fix for Institutional Racism

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 13:44:42 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the events in England following the death of George Floyd.

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Ep 768: Time For Ireland to Get Back to Work

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 15:00:38 GMT

Mark Paul, Business Affairs Correspondent for the Irish Times, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 767: Covid-19 - Sweden Fears Tegnell May Be Wrong

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 11:08:01 GMT

Stockholm based journalist Philip O'Connor talks to Eamon.

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Ep 766: When We Get Back to Business, Support Your Local High Street

Sat, 06 Jun 2020 05:00:18 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon about the impact of the coronavirus on small and medium businesses around the country, and their importance to the national economy.

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Ep 765: A Defining Moment for Trump and America

Fri, 05 Jun 2020 13:50:21 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 764: Boris Intent on No Deal Brexit

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 05:00:17 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon about how Brexit continues to influence the actions of the Johnson government.

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Ep 763: Covid-19 – Ireland Heading for Second Surge

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 12:33:30 GMT

Dr. Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor in the School of Biochemistry and Immunology at Trinity College, talks to Eamon about the risks of Ireland's approach to easing the coronavirus lockdown.

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Ep 762: John Giles Remembers The Busby Babes

Wed, 03 Jun 2020 05:00:27 GMT

John and Eamon talk about Sir Matt Busby's great Manchester United team.

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Ep 761: America's Mood Darkens

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 14:05:40 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 760: While Trump Retreats to Isolation Putin Seeks Allies in Europe

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 05:00:27 GMT

Bryan MacDonald, an Irish Journalist working with RT (Russia's English language broadcasting service) talks to Eamon.

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Ep 759: Who Murdered Olof Palme?

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 11:49:56 GMT

And is Sweden's Covid gamble about to fail? Philip O'Connor talks to Eamon.

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Ep 758: As America Burns, Trump Stokes The Fire

Fri, 29 May 2020 15:00:47 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 757: Boris Shedding Allies and Credibility

Fri, 29 May 2020 12:08:25 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, editor of Spiked, talks to Eamon about the fallout of Dominic Cummings' trip to Durham and what it can tell us about the Johnson government and the British media.

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Ep 756: Millennials – The Jinxed Generation

Fri, 29 May 2020 05:00:47 GMT

Karl Deeter, housing expert and financial advisor with Yes.ie, talks to Eamon about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on our cities and their housing markets.

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Ep 755: Dr. Superstar Leads Sweden's Battle With The Virus

Thu, 28 May 2020 10:55:24 GMT

Philip O'Connor reports from Stockholm on the latest Covid-19 developments in Sweden, and the role of the country's high-profile state epidemiologist, Anders Tegnell.

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Ep 754: People - Our Principle Export And Emigration Not An Option This Time

Wed, 27 May 2020 05:00:23 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter talks to Eamon about Ireland's history of emigration.

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Ep 753: China Gets Tough with Hong Kong Protesters

Tue, 26 May 2020 13:04:07 GMT

Peter Goff, the Irish Times Asia Correspondent, reports on the recent developments in Hong Kong.

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Ep 752: The Greats We Played With

Tue, 26 May 2020 05:00:33 GMT

Liam Brady and Didi Hamann pick their teams from the best players they've ever played with.

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Ep 751: Brazen Boris Stakes Everything on Dominic Cummings

Mon, 25 May 2020 13:14:56 GMT

Economist Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

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Ep 750: Little Richard - An Appreciation

Sun, 24 May 2020 05:00:13 GMT

BP Fallon talks to Eamon.

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Ep 749: Searching for Enemies, the Trump Presidency Grows Ever More Surreal

Fri, 22 May 2020 13:48:47 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 748: Brexit - Even Britain's Friends Are Confused

Fri, 22 May 2020 05:00:53 GMT

Ben Lowry, deputy editor of the Belfast News Letter, joins Eamon to discuss the effects of Covid-19 on the North, and the ongoing Brexit confusion.

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Ep 747: Government Formation Talks – Greens Throw A Spanner in the Works

Thu, 21 May 2020 10:29:39 GMT

Michael Brennan, political editor of the Sunday Business Post, talks to Eamon about the ongoing attempts to form a new government.

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Ep 746: The Life and Death of Larry Dunne

Wed, 20 May 2020 12:13:43 GMT

Nicola Tallant profiles Ireland's first drug baron.

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Ep 745: Real Jobs, Real Fear, Real Pain

Wed, 20 May 2020 05:00:33 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon.

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Ep 743: Uncharted Waters - The Greatest Economic Crisis in Modern History

Tue, 19 May 2020 05:00:33 GMT

Economists Chris Johns and Dan O'Brien discuss with Eamon.

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Ep 742: Covid-19 - Ireland Needs Leadership We Can Trust

Mon, 18 May 2020 14:34:21 GMT

Tomás Ryan, Principal Investigator and Associate Professor at the School of Biochemistry & Immunology, Trinity College Dublin, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 741: The Bundesliga is Back

Mon, 18 May 2020 12:06:51 GMT

Didi Hamann talks to Eamon.

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Ep 740: Wearing the Green Jersey

Sun, 17 May 2020 05:00:13 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to discuss their experiences playing for the Irish national team.

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Ep 739: As Trump Stumbles On, No Show From Biden

Fri, 15 May 2020 13:59:30 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 738: Covid Debt Crisis Poses Mortal Threat to Europe

Fri, 15 May 2020 04:01:43 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe correspondent for the Irish Times, tells Eamon about a dramatic new ruling the German Constitutional Court that could threaten the future of the EU.

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Ep 737: Daniel Kinahan Now A Leading Player In Global Boxing

Thu, 14 May 2020 13:35:52 GMT

Kieran Cunningham and Nicola Tallant join Eamon to discuss Daniel Kinahan's rise to the top of the professional boxing scene.

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Ep 736: Britain’s Covid Tragedy - Is the Media Really to Blame?

Wed, 13 May 2020 05:00:23 GMT

Brendan O’Neill, Editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 735: Covid-19 - As Things Stand Ireland is in Trouble

Tue, 12 May 2020 12:30:51 GMT

Dr. Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor, Biochemistry at Trinity Institute of Neurosciences talks to Eamon.

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Ep 734: Michael Robinson - An Obituary and Dark Clouds on the Political Horizon

Mon, 11 May 2020 05:00:14 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Barcelona.

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Ep 733: Trump Assaults Justice

Fri, 08 May 2020 14:00:54 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington on a week when President Trump referred to Department of Justice officials and FBI staff as 'human scum'.

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Ep 732: Covid-19 – Strong Political Leadership Needed

Fri, 08 May 2020 11:33:33 GMT

Professor Luke O'Neill, chair of Biochemistry at Trinity College Dublin, calls for a Minister for Covid-19, and says that the lack of leadership during the crisis will cost lives.

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Ep 731: Jack Charlton 85 Today - The Man We Knew

Fri, 08 May 2020 05:00:34 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to discuss the long and eventful career of Jack Charlton, on the occasion of his 85th birthday.

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Ep 730: Britain's Covid-19 Disaster – Boris Tries To Spin His Way Out

Thu, 07 May 2020 12:44:32 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the bluffing and bullying of the Boris Johnson government.

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Ep 729: Alan Kelly, Labour Party Leader. We Can't Go Back to the Old Ireland

Wed, 06 May 2020 12:43:16 GMT

Alan Kelly talks to Eamon about government formation and his vision for Ireland's future.

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Ep 728: Dangerous Divide - the US and China Face into a New Cold War

Wed, 06 May 2020 05:00:34 GMT

Peter Goff reports from China.

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Ep 727: Covid 19 - Though Fatalities Rise Sweden Sticks With the Game Plan

Tue, 05 May 2020 14:14:24 GMT

Philip O'Connor reports from Sweden.

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Ep 726: Living the Dream

Sun, 03 May 2020 05:00:09 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to discuss their experiences of leaving home as teenagers to go play football in England.

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Ep 725: Covid-19 – No Surrender from Under Pressure China as Party Fights Back

Sat, 02 May 2020 05:00:18 GMT

Peter Goff, Asia correspondent for the Irish Times, reports on the latest coronavirus developments in China and its neighbours.

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Ep 724: Trump's Gamble Opening Up America

Fri, 01 May 2020 13:33:54 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 723: Best All-Ireland Soccer Team

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 04:00:58 GMT

John Giles, Liam Brady and Eamon each pick their team.

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Ep 722: Covid-19 – As UK Numbers Soar, Tide Beginning to Turn on Boris

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 12:20:06 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the deepening crisis in the UK, and the return of Boris Johnson from illness.

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Ep 721: Covid-19 - Solutions Can't Be Left to the Doctors

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 16:56:37 GMT

Economist Dan O'Brien talks to Eamon about the lockdown influence on the economy and Europe's inability to find a credible response to the impact of the virus.

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Ep 720: Covid-19 - The Numbers And What They Mean

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 12:38:13 GMT

Economist and Analyst David Higgins of Carraighill talks to Eamon.

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Ep 719: No Answer to Covid-19, No Answer to Viktor Orbán. What's the EU for?

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 16:43:10 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe Correspondent with the Irish Times and host of the Irish Passport podcast, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 718: A View from Russia - On Putin, Covid-19 and Other Things

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 12:55:58 GMT

Bryan MacDonald, Journalist with RT in Russia, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 717: Covid-19 - Steadfast Sweden Not for Turning

Sat, 25 Apr 2020 05:00:19 GMT

Philip O'Connor reports from Stockholm.

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Ep 716: Trump's Theatre of the Absurd

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 13:41:27 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 715: The Best Premier League Team Ever

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 12:45:26 GMT

Liam Brady and John Giles join Eamon to make the choice.

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Ep 714: Post Covid-19 - Capitalism But Not As We've Known It

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 04:00:23 GMT

Cormac Lucey, Economics Commentator, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 713: This Is Not A Muddle-through Moment for Europe - Merkel Must Show Leadership

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 12:03:12 GMT

Economist and writer Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

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Ep 712: Crime in a Time of Covid-19

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 04:00:53 GMT

Nicola Tallant talks to Eamon.

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Ep 711: Care Home Scandal - Minister Harris and Taoiseach Need to Show Leadership Now

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 10:24:02 GMT

Dr. Jack Lambert, Consultant in Infectious Diseases in the Mater Hospital, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 710: Political Cupboard Bare Without Big Boris

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 04:00:33 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, Editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 709: Covid-19 - Capitalism's Greatest Challenge

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 11:54:30 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon.

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Ep 708: A Pivotal Moment For Europe

Sat, 18 Apr 2020 05:00:13 GMT

Naomi O'Leary, Europe correspondent with the Irish Times and podcast host of theirishpassport, talks to Eamon about tensions between European nations as they scramble to deal with the coronavirus crisis.

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Ep 707: Trump Turns Covid Crisis Into Campaign Tool; Biden Invisible

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 14:30:03 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 706: Norman Hunter – A Leeds and England Legend

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 11:08:35 GMT

John Giles remembers his friend and colleague who passed away last night.

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Ep 705: Covid-19 - The Long and Testing Road Ahead

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 05:01:03 GMT

Prof. Paddy Mallon, specialist in infectious disease at St. Vincent’s Hospital and Professor of Microbial Diseases in the UCD School of Medicine, talks to Eamon about the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Ep 704: Covid-19 – Facing a Mountain of National Debt, Can We Walk Away?

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 12:32:29 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon about the response of the British government to the coronavirus crisis, and the possibility of debt forgiveness.

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Ep 703: Battle of Britain - When Celtic beat Leeds 50 years ago today. John Giles remembers

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 05:00:25 GMT

John Giles talks to Eamon about Celtic and his time in Leeds United.

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Ep 702: Diarmaid Ferriter - Business as usual not an option after the Covid-19 crisis

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 13:38:29 GMT

Professor of Modern Irish History at University College Dublin, Diarmaid Ferriter, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 701: Liam Brady - Italian Football in its Golden Era

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 05:00:13 GMT

Liam talks to Eamon about his seven seasons in Italy.

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Ep 700: Corrupt and Inept – Leaders Shame the Glory Game

Sat, 11 Apr 2020 06:00:23 GMT

Miguel Delaney, chief football writer with The Independent, joins Eamon to discuss the Premier League's handling of the Coronavirus crisis, and a potential buyer for Newcastle United.

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Ep 699: A Divided Nation – Trump Fools Half The People All The Time

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 13:45:55 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 698: Covid-19 – No Happy Ending

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 15:00:33 GMT

Dan O'Brien joins Eamon to discuss the latest economic consequences of the coronavirus crisis.

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Ep 697: Didi Hamann – Liverpool Wrong To Furlough Staff, Bundesliga Back In May?

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 11:32:56 GMT

Didi Hamann joins Eamon to discuss how clubs in Germany and England are handling the coronavirus crisis.

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Ep 696: Spain - Covid-19 Takes a Heavy Toll

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 05:00:23 GMT

Journalist Richard Fitzpatrick talks to Eamon.

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Ep 695: COVID-19 Britain - The Wrong People In The Wrong Position At The Wrong Time

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 12:58:12 GMT

Economist Chris Johns talks to Eamon.

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Ep 694: Death of a Gangland Hitman

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 16:54:52 GMT

Nicola Tallant talks to Eamon about the death of Robbie Lawlor.

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Ep 693: Premier League Players Will do their Bit But Leadership is Sadly Lacking

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 13:19:50 GMT

Liam Brady and John Giles talk to Eamon.

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Ep 692: Britain Pays The Price For Government By Slogan

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 11:49:19 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, editor of Spiked, talks to Eamon about the UK's response to the coronavirus crisis.

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Ep 691: Trump Exposed – America Tested Like Never Before

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 15:00:32 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 690: Covid-19 – Sweden Rolls The Dice

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 11:18:33 GMT

Journalist Philip O'Connor reports from Stockholm.

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Ep 689: Plunging into the unknown, no one knows where this will end

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 16:58:49 GMT

Economists Dan O'Brien and Chris Johns talk to Eamon.

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Ep 688: We Need Strong Government but that Won't Easily be Achieved

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 12:23:30 GMT

Pat Leahy, Political Editor of the Irish Times, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 687: NOT TO BE MISSED!

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 05:00:13 GMT

John Giles, Liam Brady and Eamon each pick their teams from the season so far.

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Ep 686: Europe Must Unite or We Face Catastrophe

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 16:20:16 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon.

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Ep 685: More Questions for John Delaney

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 13:03:39 GMT

Mark Tighe of the Sunday Times and Journalist of the Year 2019, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 684: Niall Stanage reports from Washington

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 17:47:42 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about how the pandemic is being managed in the United States.

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Ep 683: Sweden - An Oasis Of Calm In A Troubled World

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 13:45:05 GMT

Journalist Philip O'Connor reports from Sweden.

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Ep 682: Covid-19 Special – Death, Despair, and No Easy Answer as Pandemic Sweeps the World

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 13:57:29 GMT

In a special episode, Eamon is joined by contributors from around the world – Peter Goff in China, Lara Marlowe in France, Richard Fitzpatrick in Barcelona, and Paddy Agnew in Italy – to discuss the political and social effects of the coronavirus on their respective countries.

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Ep 681: Covid-19 Lockdown Causes Dramatic Increase In Domestic Violence

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 06:00:10 GMT

Nicola Tallant talks to Eamon about some hidden dangers of the coronavirus pandemic, and the slump in the market for recreational drugs.

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Ep 680: Every Chance This Could End Badly

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 13:01:25 GMT

Dan O'Brien and Chris Johns join Eamon to discuss the long-term economic impacts of the Coronavirus pandemic.

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Ep 679: Decisive on the Economy Wavering on Health - Boris's Moment of Truth

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 16:15:21 GMT

Brendan O'Neill talks to Eamon.

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Ep 678: Italy's Tragedy - Liam Brady and Paddy Agnew on the Country They Love

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 13:09:09 GMT

Liam and Paddy join Eamon to talk about Italian family and society, soccer and the devastation being caused by Covid-19.

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Ep 677: Recession Looms - Trump Could be in Trouble

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 16:01:00 GMT

Niall Stanage, Associate Editor of the Hill and White House Correspondent, reports from Washington.

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Ep 676: Facing an Economic Wasteland if Governments Fail to Deal with Crisis

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 13:05:19 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon about how Governments and banks must respond to the current crisis.

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Ep 675: EU May Not Survive Covid-19 Economic Woes

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 13:09:24 GMT

Paul Sommerville, CEO of Sommerville Advisory Markets, talks to Eamon about the impact of the Coronavirus on the economy.

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Ep 674: Prof. Paddy Mallon - What You Need to Know about Covid-19

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 15:01:32 GMT

Prof. Paddy Mallon, Professor of Microbial Diseases in the UCD School of Medicine, talks to Eamon about the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Ep 673: Britain discovering there is such a thing as society

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 07:00:28 GMT

Brendan O’Neill on how Covid-19 will change politics forever.

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Ep 672: Liverpool should be crowned champions but they need a stand-in goalkeeper

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 12:54:13 GMT

John Giles talks to Eamon about the football shutdown, goalkeepers losing their nerve, and the future of the Irish national team.

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Ep 671: Biden on the Brink of Victory in Florida, But Covid-19 Chaos Overshadows All

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 17:00:38 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington on the first head-to-head debate in the Democratic Primary Race, and the President's handling of the coronavirus crisis.

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Ep 670: Prof John Crown – Cheltenham was madness, an ounce of prevention is a pound of cure

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 13:01:30 GMT

Professor John Crown, consultant medical oncologist at St. Vincent's Private Hospital in Dublin, talks to Eamon about the global response to the coronavirus crisis.

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Ep 669: Draconian Measures Work – The Lesson from Asia

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 06:00:15 GMT

Peter Goff, China correspondent with the Irish Times, reports on successful attempts to contain the coronavirus pandemic in the far east.

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Ep 668: Amid Coronavirus Fears, Trump and Merkel Hold Keys to the World Economy

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 13:06:06 GMT

Chris Johns talks to Eamon about Covid-19, collapsing stock markets, and what governments can do to avoid long-term economic consequences.

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Ep 664: Certain to Face Trump, Can Joe Biden Be America's Redemption?

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 13:51:32 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 663: Status Quo is not an Option for New Government.

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 06:00:10 GMT

Pat Leahy, Political Editor for The Irish Times, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 662: Covid-19 Could Lead to Economic Devastation

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 15:46:54 GMT

Economist Jim Power talks to Eamon.

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Ep 661: Solskjaer deserves credit for Man U progress; Mourihno is yesterday's man

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 13:42:57 GMT

John Giles and LIam Brady review the weekend's soccer with Eamon.

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Ep 660: Biden Favourite To Face Trump But Comes With Risks Attached

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 14:52:47 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 659: Coronavirus - Economically Dangerous But Hard to Predict

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 12:26:56 GMT

Economist Dan O’Brien talks to Eamon about the economic threat of COVID-19.

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Ep 658: Boris's New Britain - Confident, Autocratic, Dangerous

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 06:00:20 GMT

Brendan O'Neill talks to Eamon.

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Ep 657: Game On - Biden Bounces Back

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 16:00:30 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 656: Spanish Giants in Steep Decline

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 13:07:12 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Barcelona.

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Ep 655: Eamonn McCann: Can You Govern a State You Don't Recognise?

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 06:00:20 GMT

Eamon McCann on the dilemma facing Sinn Féin.

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Ep 654: An Off Day for Liverpool, Bruno Fernandes Good but No Scholes

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 13:56:39 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to discuss a busy weekend of Premier League and Carabao Cup football.

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Ep 653: Crunch Time for Bernie Sanders as Super Tuesday Looms

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 13:40:01 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from South Carolina.

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Ep 652: Unionist Fears Rise Following Sinn Féin Surge and As Mistrust of Boris Sets In

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 13:22:44 GMT

Ben Lowry, Deputy Editor of the Belfast News Letter, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 651: CAB Takes the War on Drugs to Rural Ireland

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 06:00:20 GMT

Nicola Tallant talks to Eamon about a massive raid in West Cork, and surveys the changing underworld of the Costa Del Sol.

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Ep 650: Champions League Special – Redemption for Real if they can overcome City

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 13:11:04 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Barcelona on a pivotal week in Spanish football.

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Ep 649: Six Nations - Last Tango In Paris for Ireland

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 16:00:20 GMT

Neil Francis on Ireland's surrender at Twickenham.

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Ep 648: VAR Shambles Must Be Reformed and Fair Play To Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 14:42:02 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady talk to Eamon about the weekend soccer.

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Ep 647: Boris' Britain – Johnson's New Order

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 06:00:40 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, editor of Spiked, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 646: Bloomberg Battered, Trump as Strong as He's Ever Been

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 16:30:00 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 645: Ireland's Triple Crown Challenge

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 14:38:44 GMT

Neil Francis looks ahead to this weekend's Six Nations action.

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Ep 644: Champions League Special – Didi Hamann on Sancho, City, and Neymar

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 12:30:00 GMT

Didi Hamann joins Eamon to discuss Tuesday night's European action, including Atletico's defensive masterclass in Madrid, Dortmund's bright young talent, and the scandals rocking Manchester City.

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Ep 643: 750m People in Coronavirus Lockdown – Peter Goff reports from China

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 06:00:10 GMT

Peter Goff, China correspondent with the Irish Times, talks to Eamon about life in China as the coronavirus spreads, and the new book by leading Hong Kong protestor, Joshua Wong.

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Ep 642: Rui Pinto – The Man Exposing the Football Mafia

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 13:17:31 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick talks to Eamon about the source of the Football Leaks, and looks ahead to tonight's Champion's League clash between Atletico Madrid and Liverpool.

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Ep 641: No Way Back for City in 'all out war' with UEFA

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 16:30:00 GMT

Miguel Delaney, chief football writer at the Independent, talks to Eamon about the details of Manchester City's suspension from the Champion's League.

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Ep 640: A Shattered Dream – John Giles & Liam Brady on City's UEFA woes

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 12:43:15 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to discuss Manchester City's expulsion from the Champions League, Arsenal under Arteta, and the passing of a Manchester United legend.

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Ep 639: Trump on a roll, Bloomberg Looms in Democrat Race

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 14:31:17 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 638: Sinn Féin Sends Shiver Down Loyalist Spines

Fri, 14 Feb 2020 06:00:30 GMT

Billy Hutchinson, leader of the Progressive Unionist Party in Northern Ireland, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 637: Burned – Exposing the Cash-For-Ash Scandal

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 06:00:20 GMT

Sam McBride, author of the acclaimed book 'Burned: The Inside Story of the 'Cash-for-Ash' Scandal and Northern Ireland's Secretive New Elite', talks to Eamon.

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Ep 636: Ireland back On track And ready for the next big test at Twickenham

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 14:31:23 GMT

Neil Francis on Ireland’s defeat Of Wales.

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Ep 635: All to play for, but economics will decide – Bertie Ahern on the election

Tue, 11 Feb 2020 16:26:37 GMT

Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern talks to Eamon about political messaging, potential coalitions, and the prospects for the North.

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Ep 634: Lionel Messi - Unhappy at Barca. Bound for Premier League?

Tue, 11 Feb 2020 06:00:10 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Barcelona.

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Ep 633: After the Surge History Beckons

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 13:48:12 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter on the challenges facing our political masters.

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Ep 632: Six Nations - Ireland's Season on the Line

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 12:45:00 GMT

Neil Francis joins Eamon to preview this weekend's Six Nations action.

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Ep 631: A Radical Green Agenda

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 06:01:00 GMT

Patricia McKenna, former Green Party MEP, talks to Eamon about the need to connect the Green movement with working class voters, and the dangers of going into government.

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Ep 630: Triumphant Trump, Chaotic Democrats

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 17:49:10 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about events in Washington and Iowa this week.

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Ep 629: Election Special – Richard Boyd Barrett

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 14:37:16 GMT

People Before Profit TD for Dun Laoghaire, Richard Boyd Barrett, talks to Eamon about the seismic changes taking place in this election.

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Ep 628: Election Special – Eamon Ryan

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 17:27:23 GMT

Eamon Ryan, leader of the Green Party, talks to Eamon about the climate change challenges and opportunities that lie ahead, and lays out the case for a Green vote in the election.

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Ep 627: The knockout blow – Media coverage of Election 2020

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 15:29:06 GMT

Oliver Callan and Ian Maleney join Eamon to discuss the debates, the interviews, and the performances of our politicians during this election.

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Ep 626: Ireland Booms and Suffers – we ask two economists why

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 16:00:20 GMT

Dan O'Brien and Chris Johns join Eamon to discuss the disconnect between thriving economic indicators and frustrated voters eager for change.

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Ep 625: Chaos In Iowa

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 13:45:28 GMT

Niall Stanage tells us what went wrong.

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Ep 624: Britain after Brexit - Changed, Changed Forever

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 06:00:10 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, Editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 623: Six Nations Rugby - A Tough Year for Ireland, says Neil Francis

Mon, 03 Feb 2020 14:57:35 GMT

Neil Francis reviews the weekend rugby with Eamon.

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Ep 622: Robert Fisk

Mon, 03 Feb 2020 06:00:20 GMT

Robert Fisk, Middle East reporter for the Independent, talks to Eamon about Trump's plan for peace in Israel, and the fallout from the killing of Iranian general Kassem Suleimani.

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Ep 621: Sanders Surges as Biden Falters

Sat, 01 Feb 2020 06:00:20 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Iowa.

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Ep 620: Election Special – Micheál Martin, Leader of Fianna Fáil

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 15:29:48 GMT

Eamon talks to Micheál Martin about the pressing issues of housing, health, climate change, and the mixed legacy of Fianna Fáil.

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Ep 619: A New Dawn for Irish Rugby

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 06:00:20 GMT

Neil Francis joins Eamon to look ahead to this year's Six Nations championship.

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Ep 618: Is there an alternative to civil war politics?

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 14:40:55 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter, Professor of Modern Irish History at UCD, talks to Eamon about the cultural and political differences between the major Irish political parties, and the divisions among the smaller parties.

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Ep 617: The Pension Debate – A French Perspective

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 06:00:20 GMT

Lara Marlowe, Paris correspondent with the Irish Times, talks to Eamon about Macron's pension wars.

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Ep 616: High Stakes Poker – How Elections are Won and Lost

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 14:38:09 GMT

Former government press secretary Mandy Johnston on the path to power.

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Ep 615: The Death of An American Icon

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 14:47:34 GMT

Hannah Thornton, Irish basketball player, and Jarlath Regan, comedian and basketball fan, talk to Eamon about the tragic death of Kobe Bryant.

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Ep 614: Trump Safe, Sanders the Democrat to watch

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 15:00:00 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 613: Liverpool – Ability and Attitude in footballing harmony

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 13:40:55 GMT

Didi Hamann and John Giles join Eamon to salute a great Liverpool team, compare the decline of Manchester United against the promise at Arsenal and Chelsea, and discuss the potential for a Manchester City comeback next season.

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Ep 612: Britain after Brexit

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 12:45:34 GMT

Labour Party finished; Harry and Megan in Exile. Eamon talks to Brendan O’Neill and asks will Britain ever be the same again?

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Ep 611: The drug-crime crisis – brazen killers, under resourced Gardaí, and a new cartel in Dublin

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 13:18:31 GMT

Nicola Tallant, investigations editor at the Sunday World, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 610: Trump Impeached; Democrats Divided

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 17:00:40 GMT

Niall Stanage, Associate Editor of The Hill and White House Correspondent, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 609: John Giles talks to Eamon about the weekend football

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 13:18:22 GMT

Liverpool heading for greatness, Manchester City going the other way, Manchester United going nowhere.

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Ep 608: The health crisis: where does the buck stop?

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 13:50:21 GMT

Phil Ni Sheaghdha, general secretary of the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation, talks to Eamon about the major issues affecting the Irish health system.

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Ep 607: Surfing the Green Wave

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 06:00:40 GMT

Seán McCabe, a Green Party candidate for Meath East in the upcoming election, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 606: Murder of 17-year-old Keane Mulready-Woods Crosses a Line

Thu, 16 Jan 2020 12:58:57 GMT

Nicola Tallant talks to Eamon about this 'brutal, savage, depraved' murder, a new low in drug related criminality.

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Ep 605: Crisis At Barcelona

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 06:00:32 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick, an Irish football journalist based in Spain, talks to Eamon about the botched sacking of Ernesto Valverde, and what comes next for the Catalan club.

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Ep 604: Election Special – The Most Important Contest Since Haughey v FitzGerald

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 14:36:46 GMT

Pat Leahy, Political Editor at the Irish Times, talks to Eamon about a crucial moment in Irish politics.

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Ep 603: Liverpool Confirm their Champion's Mentality, Man City's Ruthless Rout at Aston Villa

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 12:59:17 GMT

John Giles and Eamon look back at the weekend soccer.

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Ep 602: The Happy Brexiteer – Brendan O'Neill sees a bright future for Britain

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 06:00:16 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, editor of Spiked, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 601: Donald Does It His Way – Will It Work?

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 14:37:41 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 600: Mark Tighe on the FAI – New appointments, same old problems

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 11:21:40 GMT

Mark Tighe, reporter at The Sunday Times and Newsbrands journalist of the year, talks to Eamon about the latest developments in the FAI story.

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Ep 599: Facebook – Scarier Than The Department of Defense

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 06:00:09 GMT

US software engineer Dash Winterson talks to Eamon about the changes wrought by the tech industry during the last decade, and looks ahead to what's coming down the line.

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Ep 598: Save the planet, commit political suicide

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 17:05:05 GMT

Environmentalist John Gibbons talks to Eamon about the Australian wildfires, melting Arctic permafrost, and what we can do to stave off climate crisis.

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Ep 597: US / Iran tensions escalate - Niall Stanage reports on the mood in Washington

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 16:00:43 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 596: Pogba, the most important person in Old Trafford and Solskjaer, on the way out

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 14:09:00 GMT

Liam Brady and John Giles review soccer with Eamon.

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Ep 595: One Man's Terrorist – A Political History of the IRA

Sat, 04 Jan 2020 06:00:03 GMT

Daniel Finn talks to Eamon about the splits, the victories, and the future of the Irish republican movement.

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Ep 594: SDLP on the rise, Sinn Féin and Corbyn Slump

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 06:00:23 GMT

Eamonn McCann talks to Eamon about the SDLP victory in Derry, a weak showing for Sinn Féin, and the failure of Corbyn's Labour Party.

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Ep 593: Trump Impeached – Democrats Own Goal?

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 14:32:17 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 592: Two tribes as far apart as ever – Billy Hutchinson on the world post-Boris

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 06:00:33 GMT

Billy Hutchinson, leader of the Progressive Unionist Party, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 591: The Dangers and Opportunities of Brexit

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 14:58:48 GMT

Economist and columnist Dan O'Brien talks to Eamon about the links between politics and economics during a turbulent time for Europe and the United States.

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Ep 590: Cartels Under Pressure; Can the Lunney case be cracked?

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 06:00:43 GMT

Nicola Tallant, investigations editor at the Sunday World, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 589: A Bloody Ugly Picture

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 13:29:50 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter, Professor of Modern Irish History at UCD, talks to Eamon about the consequences – north and south of the border – of last week's general election in Britain.

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Ep 588: Warning! Strong language in this podcast – Eamon interviews the Waterford Whisperer

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 06:00:23 GMT

Colm Williamson, founder of Waterford Whispers News, on the business of satire.

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Ep 587: Shocking Arsenal Decline; No Stopping Liverpool

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 12:12:15 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady talk to Eamon about the weekend's Premier League football.

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Ep 585: New trade deal a big win for Trump, Democrats struggle to find a candidate

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 14:52:03 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 584: No Love for Boris, And No Border Poll on Loyalist Agenda

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 13:07:20 GMT

Progressive Unionist Party leader Billy Hutchinson talks to Eamon.

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Ep 583: FAI in Crisis - More and Worse to Come

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 06:00:43 GMT

Journalist of the Year Mark Tighe of The Sunday Times talks to Eamon.

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Ep 582: Didi and Eamon review the weekend soccer and the crisis at Bayern Munich

Mon, 09 Dec 2019 13:42:42 GMT

Didi Hamann reviews the weekend soccer with Eamon.

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Ep 581: Change our ways or die – The climate change challenges facing Ireland

Mon, 09 Dec 2019 06:00:23 GMT

John Gibbons talks to Eamon.

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Ep 580: Surviving Denis O'Brien and dealing with a media in crisis

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 16:38:34 GMT

Ian Kehoe, editor of The Currency, talks to Eamon about defamation trials, new media, and the future of RTE.

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Ep 579: Trump – Impeached in December, Vindicated in January, Elected in November?

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 14:47:33 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 578: The Most Important UK Election for Decades

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 14:25:06 GMT

Eamonn McCann talks to Eamon about next week's UK election.

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Ep 577: Brexiteers holding their nose and voting for Boris

Tue, 03 Dec 2019 06:00:13 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, editor of Spiked Online, speaks to Eamon.

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Ep 576: Liverpool out of reach - City can't catch them and Leicester won't

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 13:25:41 GMT

Liam Brady and John Giles review the weekend soccer and Liam talks about the greatness of Diego Maradona.

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Ep 575: Bloomberg Enters The Race – Democrats in Trouble Despite Impeachment Hearings

Fri, 29 Nov 2019 14:12:33 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from New York.

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Ep 574: Hong Kongers Back the Protestors According to Poll

Fri, 29 Nov 2019 06:00:23 GMT

Peter Goff, Irish Times Asia Correspondent, talks to Eamon about the recent election and about how America's latest intervention is angering the Chinese.

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Ep 573: Live Fast Die Young

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 14:43:11 GMT

Nicola Tallant talks to Eamon about the latest gangland deaths.

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Ep 572: The Great Enlightenment - Sarah Keane, President, Olympic Federation of Ireland

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 06:00:23 GMT

Sarah Keane, also Chief Executive Officer of Swim Ireland, talks to Eamon about the growing influence of women in sport.

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Ep 571: Joe Schmidt – Great Coach, Pity About the Book

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 06:00:13 GMT

Neil Francis talks to Eamon about 'Ordinary Joe', the new book by former Irish rugby coach, Joe Schmidt.

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Ep 570: We Have To Be Honest – No Easy Fix for Housing Crisis

Tue, 26 Nov 2019 13:27:45 GMT

Karl Deeter, broadcaster and financial adviser at Yes.ie, talks to Eamon about the problems in the housing market – and some possible solutions.

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Ep 569: Manchester United in trouble; Liverpool in a class of their own

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 13:12:30 GMT

Liam Brady and John Giles review the weekend soccer with Eamon.

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Ep 568: Suspects questioned over Kenny Lunney assault.

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 06:47:34 GMT

And another savage gangland assassination. Nicola Tallant talks to Eamon.

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Ep 567: Impeachment - Trump Faces Damning Evidence

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 17:45:35 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about Trump and how the Democrats are struggling to find their candidate.

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Ep 566: British General Election - Outcome Remains Unclear

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 13:08:55 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, Editor of Spike Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 565: Hong Kong - A City On The Edge

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 18:20:11 GMT

Peter Goff, Asia correspondent for The Irish Times, talks to Eamon about Hong Kong and the current political events.

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Ep 564: Pochettino Out And The Special One In

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 13:03:09 GMT

John Giles talks to Eamon about José Mourinho's takeover at Tottenham.

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Ep 563: Our Best Performance in Years

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 16:21:05 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady discuss Ireland's battling draw against the Danes with Eamon, and look ahead to the Euro 2020 playoffs.

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Ep 562: Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe on Power and Responsibility

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 06:00:33 GMT

The Minister for Finance talks to Eamon about his political life, his previous career as a salesman, and the state of nation's finances.

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Ep 561: The Murder of Mr Moonlight

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 06:00:23 GMT

Catherine Fegan, Chief Correspondent at the Irish Daily Mail and Irish Mail on Sunday, talks to Eamon about the murder case that gripped the nation.

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Ep 560: Brexit Election – Confusion Abounds

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 12:52:44 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 559: Trump Impeachment – No Smoking Gun Yet

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 14:56:56 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 558: Our Water Woes – No End In Sight

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 06:00:13 GMT

Michael Brennan, Political Editor at the Sunday Business Post and author of In Deep Water, talks to Eamon about the Irish Water protests and the state of our water infrastructure.

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Ep 557: Dublin Jimmy – The Ugly face of border anarchy

Tue, 12 Nov 2019 12:53:01 GMT

Nicola Tallant joins Eamon to discuss the fallout from the attack on QIH executive Kevin Lunney, and the death of Cyril McGuinness.

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Ep 556: Liverpool Crush City – Is the title race over already?

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 13:41:17 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to discuss a decisive, albeit controversial, victory for the league leaders, as well as impressive performances from Leicester, Chelsea, and Manchester United.

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Ep 555: The Donald – Bad news on The Hill, good news in the polls

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 15:32:26 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 554: The Biggest Game of the Season (So Far)

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 14:27:47 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to look ahead to Liverpool vs Man City this weekend, and recap Celtic's terrific performance against Lazio in the Europa League.

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Ep 553: Ireland's Showman – Colm Tóibín on Gay Byrne

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 06:00:24 GMT

Colm Tóibin reflects on the life and legacy of one of Ireland's greatest ever broadcasters.

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Ep 552: The torture of Kevin Lunney: are border criminals above the law?

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 06:00:22 GMT

Nicola Tallant on the case that shocked the nation.

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Ep 551: Brexit at Risk as Leavers Divide

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 06:00:22 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 550: Brexit lies will come back to haunt us all, Chris Johns tells Eamon

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 06:00:12 GMT

Chris Johns joins Eamon to discuss Brexit.

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Ep 549: VAR must be reformed - Eamon and John differ on soccer's big question

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 13:59:52 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon to review the weekend soccer.

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Ep 548: Trump Impeachment Gathers Momentum – Does it matter when the economy is booming?

Fri, 01 Nov 2019 13:49:01 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 547: Robert Fisk on Trump, Journalism, and the Middle East

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 13:56:18 GMT

The legendary foreign correspondent talks to Eamon about the legacy of Bush and Blair in the Middle East, America's dark days under Trump, and the role of the media today.

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Ep 546: Draghi saved the Euro, can Lagarde save the Eurozone?

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 17:51:59 GMT

Economist Dan O'Brien talks to Eamon.

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Ep 545: The end of the Joe Schmidt era, and the future under Farrell

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 06:00:22 GMT

Neil Francis analyses England's big win over the All Blacks, and looks ahead to the future of Irish rugby.

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Ep 544: Liverpool look good for the title, Pochettino should leave White Hart Lane

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 13:53:38 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to look back on a busy weekend in Premier League football.

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Ep 543: Republicans Stand By Trump

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 13:34:06 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 542: No Going Back To Normal After Brexit

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 11:47:27 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 541: Phil Coulter – The Music Man

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 05:00:32 GMT

One of Ireland's most loved songwriters talks to Eamon about his long and diverse career in the music business.

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Ep 540: Eamonn McCann on Brexit – Boris Betrays the Unionists

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 12:39:59 GMT

The journalist, activist and former MLA talks to Eamon about the latest Brexit developments, and his hopes for the future of Northern Ireland.

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Ep 539: No Quick End to Catalan Troubles

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 05:00:22 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Barcelona.

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Ep 538: Found Wanting Again – Ireland's Rugby World Cup is over

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 14:14:45 GMT

Neil Francis joins Eamon to look back on a disappointing weekend for Irish rugby.

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Ep 537: Premier League Review – VAR not yet working

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 13:15:24 GMT

Didi Hamann and John Giles join Eamon for a discussion on the weekend's football, including some controversial VAR decisions.

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Ep 536: Ireland Can Win

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 15:00:32 GMT

Ahead of the biggest game in Irish rugby history, Neil Francis tells Eamon why we have a chance against the All Blacks.

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Ep 535: Bertie Ahern on Brexit – Win or lose for Boris, the real challenges lie ahead

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 13:09:14 GMT

The former Taoiseach discusses the Withdrawal Agreement with Eamon.

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Ep 534: Troubles Mount for Trump

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 13:12:12 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 533: Euro Soccer - Ireland left hoping for a big night against the Danes

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 12:00:14 GMT

Liam Brady and John Giles ask is this the most limited team Ireland have ever had?

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Ep 532: Protection at a price – how taxpayers' money ended up in criminal hands

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 05:00:18 GMT

Nicola Tallant, investigations editor with the Sunday World, tells Eamon about the protection racket scandal engulfing Dublin City Council.

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Ep 531: Crunch time for Mick McCarthy

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 12:21:02 GMT

John Giles and Eamon discuss the challenge Ireland faces after the disappointing performance in Georgia.

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Ep 530: Rugby World Cup – Neil Francis reviews a stormy weekend

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 05:00:24 GMT

Neil Francis joins Eamon in the studio to discuss Ireland's win against Samoa, and Japan's victory over Scotland.

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Ep 529: A bad week for Trump, and the Kurds

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 13:23:45 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 528: Brexit - Leavers pin their hopes on Boris!

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 11:08:50 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, Editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 527: Crime Profile – George 'The Penguin' Mitchell

Wed, 09 Oct 2019 05:00:14 GMT

Nicola Tallant tells Eamon about one of Ireland's shrewdest and most enduring criminals.

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Ep 526: Athletics in the frame, but is any sport clean?

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 12:36:13 GMT

Kieran Cunningham joins Eamon to discuss the world athletics championships in Doha, and the four-year ban handed out to star coach Alberto Salazar.

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Ep 525: Ireland's Continuing Shame – the legacy of the Mother and Baby homes

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 05:00:14 GMT

Caelainn Hogan on the long wait for justice for the women incarcerated by church and state.

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Ep 524: Premier League Review

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 12:45:06 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to look back over a spectacular weekend of Premier League football.

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Ep 523: British Brexit Proposal – Very bad news for the North

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 05:00:14 GMT

Eamonn McCann talks to Eamon about the latest British Brexit proposals.

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Ep 522: The Donald – This time it's serious

Fri, 04 Oct 2019 13:36:03 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 521: Down but not quite out – Ireland's Rugby World Cup continues

Fri, 04 Oct 2019 11:46:01 GMT

Neil Francis joins Eamon to discuss the flawed victory over Russia.

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Ep 520: Stardust Tragedy – Will the new inquest get the truth at last?

Tue, 01 Oct 2019 12:48:16 GMT

Investigative journalist Frank Connolly talks to Eamon.

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Ep 519: Brexit Britain – a failed state?

Tue, 01 Oct 2019 12:32:16 GMT

Brendan O'Neill joins Eamon to discuss the Brexit saga.

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Ep 518: John Giles and Eamon review the Premier League and disagree about 'Pep'

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 13:38:35 GMT

Eamon reviews the weekend soccer with John Giles.

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Ep 517: John Delaney resigns but this story isn't over

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 12:11:11 GMT

Sunday Times journalist Mark Tighe on the questions that remain unanswered.

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Ep 516: Rugby World Cup Special – Shocked by Japan, but still in the ball game

Sun, 29 Sep 2019 12:39:48 GMT

Neil Francis analyses Ireland's surprise defeat to Japan.

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Ep 514: Trump Impeachment – Will it help or hurt the Democrats?

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:10:52 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 513: Can the Greens take a seat in Mayo? Saoirse McHugh tells us why she's willing to try

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:14:46 GMT

Eamon is joined in the studio by Saoirse McHugh, a breakout candidate for the Green Party during the European elections earlier this year.

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Ep 512: Soccer Special – Spanish giants in trouble

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 13:33:58 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick joins Eamon to discuss the rocky start to the season made by Barcelona and Real Madrid.

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Ep 511: Brexit Special – British Supreme Court triggers a 'constitutional earthquake'

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 12:36:23 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, editor of Spiked Online, and Jim O'Callaghan, Fianna Fáil spokesperson for justice, talk to Eamon about a historic moment in British politics.

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Ep 510: Time's up for Solskjaer as Manchester United slide towards mid-table

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 13:02:27 GMT

John Giles and Eamon review the weekend soccer.

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Ep 509: Ireland makes the perfect start

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 08:53:35 GMT

Neil Francis explains why Ireland is a real contender for the Rugby World Cup.

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Ep 508: Trump re-election no forlorn hope; Democrats could implode

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 13:55:46 GMT

Niall Stanage, associate editor of The Hill, reports from Washington.

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Ep 507: Rugby World Cup Preview – Neil Francis gives Ireland a chance

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 12:46:49 GMT

Eamon is joined by Neil Francis for a look ahead to the Rugby World Cup, which kicks off in Tokyo today.

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Ep 506: Brexit Crisis – Does anyone believe in Boris?

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 11:51:38 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 505: The People's Game – Rotten to the core

Wed, 18 Sep 2019 05:00:36 GMT

David Goldblatt talks to Eamon about the corruption of soccer's rulers, and his new book 'The Age of Football'.

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Ep 504: Still Dicing With Death – The Government fails to close the Priory Hall loophole

Tue, 17 Sep 2019 13:00:23 GMT

Mick Clifford joins Eamon in the studio to discuss the legacy of fire-safety issues in Celtic Tiger developments.

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Ep 503: Brexit Crisis – Our backstop consensus is wrong

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 13:26:47 GMT

Economist Dan O'Brien joins Eamon in the studio to discuss the complexities of the Brexit negotiations.

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Ep 502: 'You Can't Fake Belief' – Liverpool on a roll, but City don't show up

Mon, 16 Sep 2019 12:27:40 GMT

John Giles and Didi Hamann join Eamon to assess the weekend's Premier League action.

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Ep 501: Brexit – A Remainer's lament?

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 13:40:39 GMT

Economist and Irish Times columnist Chris Johns joins Eamon in the studio to discuss the continuing Brexit saga.

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Ep 500: Climate change – the nuclear option?

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 13:14:16 GMT

Kirsty Gogan, co-founder and executive director of Energy for Humanity, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 499: Brexit Crisis - Anger and Chaos in Westminster

Wed, 11 Sep 2019 12:44:47 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, Editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 498: Hawk, John Bolton, leaves Trump's White House

Wed, 11 Sep 2019 12:17:46 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon.

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Ep 497: Bertie Ahern on Brexit – In a dangerous time, the next two weeks are vital

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 10:37:57 GMT

Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern joins Eamon to discuss the latest news in the Brexit saga.

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Ep 496: Chef Mark Moriarty

Mon, 09 Sep 2019 05:57:43 GMT

Eamon talks to Mark about his new series, Beyond the Menu.

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Ep 495: Ruthless Schmidt chops Toner

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 13:08:26 GMT

Ireland coach Joe Schmidt sends his squad a message. Neil Francis talks to Eamon.

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Ep 494: Ireland Win A Fighting Point; Lionel Messi's Barca Contract

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 12:44:37 GMT

John Giles and Eamon discuss Ireland's draw with the Swiss, while Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Spain on the big two's early struggles in La Liga.

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Ep 493: Harry Crosbie - The Comeback Kid

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 10:11:28 GMT

Harry Crosbie talks to Eamon about recovery from the Crash.

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Ep 492: Brexit Crisis. Boris Johnson - vicious and trapped

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 11:02:11 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, Editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 491: The Downfall of 'Bomber' Kavanagh and death in Drogheda

Tue, 03 Sep 2019 11:47:29 GMT

Nicola Tallant talks to Eamon about the latest events in Ireland's drug-fuelled gangland feuds.

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Ep 490: Premier League Review

Mon, 02 Sep 2019 11:27:15 GMT

Eamon is joined by Liam Brady and John Giles to discuss the weekend's football.

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Ep 489: Colm Tóibín – "Boris Johnson seems to be a born bluffer"

Mon, 02 Sep 2019 07:16:01 GMT

Colm Tóibín, one of Ireland's greatest living writers, talks to Eamon about the border, Brexit, and the European project.

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Ep 488: Trump re-election looks less secure

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 16:04:16 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 487: Eoin 'Bomber' Liston – Kerry Can Take Sam

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 12:39:27 GMT

Eoin Liston talks to Eamon and argues that, if they get the chances Mayo had, there'll be no five-in-a-row for Dublin.

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Ep 486: Brexit - Boris pulls an audacious stroke

Wed, 28 Aug 2019 12:30:09 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, Editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 485: Brexit – Facing up to the cliff-edge

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 12:33:02 GMT

Verona Murphy, president of the Irish Road Haulage Association, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 484: Brexit Chaos Looming for Irish Retailers

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 12:10:34 GMT

Tom Burke, director of Retail Ireland, talks to Eamon about the challenges facing Irish retailers, north and south of the border, in a post-Brexit world.

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Ep 483: Ireland's Rugby World Cup hopes look bleak

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 07:51:19 GMT

Neil Francis on Ireland's World Cup prospects.

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Ep 482: Ole Gunnar Solskjær won't last; Pochettino should leave 'Spurs

Mon, 26 Aug 2019 12:42:29 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady review the weekend soccer.

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Ep 481: Bad news for Trump - Greenland is not for sale and shadows loom over the economy

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 13:12:52 GMT

Niall Stanage, Associate Editor of The Hill and White House columnist, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 480: Brexit – A Dangerous Time for Ireland

Wed, 21 Aug 2019 12:56:42 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter, Professor of Modern History at UCD, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 479: Failed by the system. Stephen Teap on the loss of his wife Irene

Wed, 21 Aug 2019 07:46:50 GMT

Stephen Teap talks to Eamon.

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Ep 478: Climate Change - Business as usual no longer an option. The Nuclear alternative.

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 12:43:12 GMT

Kirsty Gogan, Director of Energy for Humanity, and journalist John Gibbons discuss with Eamon.

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Ep 477: Brexit - As no deal chaos looms Britain's political system falls apart

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 15:00:16 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, Editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 476: Premier League review

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 12:36:27 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady argue handball rule has to change.

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Ep 475: Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe on Brexit – Europe Won't Let Us Down

Fri, 16 Aug 2019 13:31:16 GMT

Eamon is joined by the Minister for Finance to discuss Brexit, Boris, and Tottenham Hotspur.

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Ep 474: Tug-of-war for Neymar as Spanish football descends into soap opera

Thu, 15 Aug 2019 12:25:11 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick joins us on the line from Barcelona as the Spanish football season begins.

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Ep 473: A profile of Nigel Farage – the man who could still be decisive in the Brexit saga

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 11:35:07 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 472: Jeffrey Epstein - A sordid story of sex, power and immunity in the USA

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 15:30:07 GMT

Niall Stanage, Associate Editor of The Hill, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 471: Pogba delivers as Manchester United destroys Chelsea

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 13:29:15 GMT

John Giles talks to Eamon about the first Premier League weekend.

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Ep 470: Brexit - Unprecedented chaos in the event of no deal

Fri, 09 Aug 2019 12:20:04 GMT

Economist Jim Power on the consequences of a no deal Brexit for north and south of Ireland.

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Ep 469: Spanish giants fight back

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 14:14:29 GMT

Real Madrid and Barcelona spend big to match Liverpool and Manchester City – Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Barcelona.

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Ep 468: Previewing the Premier League season

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 13:49:20 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon for a look ahead to the new football season.

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Ep 467: Brexit - Brexiteers don't trust Boris

Tue, 06 Aug 2019 05:00:16 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, Editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 466: No gun law change despite the horror of Dayton and El Paso

Mon, 05 Aug 2019 13:55:29 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about the politics of gun control and the latest in the race for the Democratic nomination.

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Ep 465: Bob Dylan - like nobody else

Fri, 19 Jul 2019 17:31:42 GMT

BP Fallon talks to Eamon.

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Ep 464: "I'm a bit frightened" – Bertie Ahern on Brexit

Thu, 18 Jul 2019 18:19:56 GMT

Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern talks to Eamon.

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Ep 463: A Conspiracy Of Lies - A novel set in the wake of the Dublin-Monaghan bombings

Thu, 18 Jul 2019 05:00:14 GMT

Author Frank Connolly talks to Eamon about his new novel set within the cultural and political life of Dublin in the 1970s

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Ep 462: Is time up for the Kinahan Cartel?

Wed, 17 Jul 2019 13:31:08 GMT

Nicola Tallant on this week's setback for gangland's deadliest mob.

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Ep 461: Trump plays the race card

Tue, 16 Jul 2019 18:06:21 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 460: Brexit – Facing calamity but still in denial

Fri, 12 Jul 2019 15:31:48 GMT

Verona Murphy, President of the Irish Road Haulage Association, on our wishful thinking about Brexit.

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Ep 459: The Donald – Looking good for re-election?

Fri, 12 Jul 2019 14:54:35 GMT

Niall Stanage, White House columnist for The Hill, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 458: Stephen Kenny – Passionate and Optimistic

Thu, 11 Jul 2019 05:00:14 GMT

Ireland's manager-in-waiting talks to Eamon.

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Ep 457: Brexit – Back From The Brink

Wed, 10 Jul 2019 12:31:15 GMT

Cormac Lucey explains how Ireland can solve the Brexit riddle.

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Ep 456: The Beatles - the band that changed the world

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 11:32:46 GMT

Rock 'n' Roll Adventurer BP Fallon talks to Eamon.

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Ep 455: Jack Charlton profile

Mon, 08 Jul 2019 14:18:52 GMT

John Giles and Eamon look at the man who changed Irish soccer.

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Ep 454: Trump - Damaging America and the world

Fri, 05 Jul 2019 13:53:28 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 453: The Housing Crisis – a government paralysed; a generation betrayed

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 11:59:13 GMT

Eamon is joined by Karl Deeter of Irish Mortgage Brokers, and writer and journalist Ian Maleney, to discuss.

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Ep 452: From Beef to Bankers to the Backstop

Tue, 02 Jul 2019 12:07:08 GMT

We need to talk about the EU's cynical treatment of Ireland. Patricia McKenna joins Eamon in the studio.

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Ep 451: Manchester United – A great club in decline

Mon, 01 Jul 2019 13:57:04 GMT

John Giles and Eamon discuss.

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Ep 450: Biden falters in Democrats' race to take on Trump

Fri, 28 Jun 2019 13:49:32 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Florida.

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Ep 449: FAI Under Pressure

Fri, 28 Jun 2019 05:00:14 GMT

Sport Ireland chairman Kieran Mulvey talks to Eamon about the crisis threatening Irish soccer.

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Ep 448: A profile of Roy Keane

Thu, 27 Jun 2019 14:29:26 GMT

Eamon and John Giles discuss the career of one of Ireland's greatest soccer players.

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Ep 447: Brexit - the looming catastrophe. Chris Johns talks to Eamon

Wed, 26 Jun 2019 12:40:28 GMT

Economist Chris Johns talks to Eamon about Brexit’s impact.

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Ep 446: Cocaine - in a pub or restaurant near you

Mon, 24 Jun 2019 15:29:59 GMT

Nicola Tallant tells Eamon that 80% of public places tested positive for 'coke' in a Sunday World Investigation.

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Ep 445: Meltdown at Westminster as Brexit and Boris push Britain closer to the brink

Mon, 24 Jun 2019 12:50:48 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, Editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 444: Donald Trump launches his bid for a second term

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 15:55:08 GMT

Niall Stanage on The Donald's attempts to overcome the Democrats' significant lead in the polls.

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Ep 443: Real Madrid and Barcelona – The Spanish giants spend big

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 14:11:26 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick talks to Eamon about Spain's bid to match the Premier League for European supremacy.

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Ep 442: Cervical Check scandal - The fight for justice with solicitor Cian O'Carroll

Wed, 19 Jun 2019 11:33:25 GMT

Cian O'Carroll, who led the fight on the victims' behalf, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 441: Speeding towards the cliff edge - the Brexit calamity looming

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 05:00:09 GMT

Verona Murphy talks to Eamon about the wake-up call we haven't had.

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Ep 440: Bombers rule at the US Open golf

Mon, 17 Jun 2019 14:53:48 GMT

Gary Murphy on power in the modern game and the row between Jordan Spieth and his caddy at Pebble Beach.

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Ep 439: Trump trains his sights on the 2020 Presidential Election

Fri, 14 Jun 2019 13:57:09 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to discuss Trump, and, the Democrats may have found a new favourite to take him on.

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Ep 438: Boris Johnson - The troubling rise of Tory populism

Thu, 13 Jun 2019 12:02:42 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, Editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 437: Brexit - The dangers facing Ireland, Europe and Britain from nostalgic Tories

Wed, 12 Jun 2019 16:11:07 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter talks to Eamon.

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Ep 436: Ireland's Cocaine Epidemic – Who makes the money, and how much?

Tue, 11 Jun 2019 05:00:15 GMT

Nicola Tallant, investigations editor with the Sunday World, reports on Ireland's cocaine consumption.

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Ep 435: John Giles and Liam Brady review the international weekend with Eamon

Mon, 10 Jun 2019 12:16:46 GMT

Liam and John join Eamon to round up the weekend's international football action, including Ireland's draw with Denmark in Copenhagen.

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Ep 434: Body in Europe, mind back home – The Donald survives his old world adventure

Fri, 07 Jun 2019 14:09:31 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 433: Boris – The Tories' unlikely saviour

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 11:27:34 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon about the Tory leadership battle and how it could all go badly wrong for the British establishment.

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Ep 432: Playing politics with justice

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 14:33:54 GMT

The background to Ian Bailey's conviction in Paris, Ian Bailey's solicitor, Frank Buttimer, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 430: How to manage Trump, a problem for Democrats and Republicans

Fri, 31 May 2019 16:00:47 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 429: The Ian Bailey trial

Fri, 31 May 2019 13:19:40 GMT

Mick Clifford reports from Paris.

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Ep 428: Champions League final preview and Europa League final review

Fri, 31 May 2019 11:53:10 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to preview the match of the season and look back at Arsenal's disappointing Europa League performance.

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Ep 427: Another gangland killing

Wed, 29 May 2019 11:40:56 GMT

Nicola Tallant reports.

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Ep 426: Preview of the Europa League Final

Wed, 29 May 2019 11:24:38 GMT

Liam Brady and John Giles join Eamon to preview tonight's match between Chelsea and Arsenal.

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Ep 425: Brexit: Tories on the edge of the abyss. Britain divided as never before.

Tue, 28 May 2019 11:29:48 GMT

Brendan O'Neill of Spiked Online talks to Eamon.

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Ep 424: The Gucci Gang's demise

Mon, 27 May 2019 12:04:12 GMT

Nicola Tallant on the violent death of the Instagram gangsters.

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Ep 423: Real Madrid and Barcelona: Spanish giants in meltdown

Mon, 27 May 2019 11:20:12 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Spain.

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Ep 422: First time author, Ian Maleney, speaks about Minor Monuments.

Fri, 24 May 2019 16:33:48 GMT

Eamon talks to Ian about his celebrated book.

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Ep 421: The politics of insult: governance as farce in Washington.

Fri, 24 May 2019 14:52:49 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon and discusses Trump v Pelosi.

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Ep 420: Ian Bailey faces French justice

Wed, 22 May 2019 11:57:19 GMT

Mick Clifford, Irish Examiner special correspondent, on Bailey’s trial for murder, which begins in his absence in Paris.

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Ep 419: No winners, Ireland included

Tue, 21 May 2019 11:42:56 GMT

Columnist Chris Johns joins Eamon to discuss the fallout from Brexit and the US/China trade war.

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Ep 418: Patricia McKenna on the Euro Elections.

Mon, 20 May 2019 14:31:10 GMT

Patricia discusses this week's election for the European Parliament.

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Ep 416: Trump takes the fight to America's enemies.

Fri, 17 May 2019 15:04:35 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 415: Is Kerry about to give up its darkest secret?

Thu, 16 May 2019 10:55:30 GMT

Eamon is joined by Nicola Tallant as the hunt narrows for the killer of 'Baby John' in the infamous Kerry Babies case.

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Ep 414: Brexit - Nigel Farage calling all the shots.

Tue, 14 May 2019 14:01:26 GMT

Brendan O'Neill of Spiked Online talks to Eamon.

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Ep 413: The FAI's troubles: FIFA arrives in Dublin.

Tue, 14 May 2019 12:54:09 GMT

Mark Tighe of The Sunday Times on the latest developments in the John Delaney saga.

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Ep 412: Spanish soccer giants in troubling decline.

Mon, 13 May 2019 12:12:04 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Spain on the grave crises at Barcelona and Real Madrid.

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Ep 411: A great Premier League season.

Mon, 13 May 2019 11:27:43 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady talk to Eamon about the epic struggle between Manchester City and Liverpool.

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Ep 410: Niall Stanage on Trump, tariffs, trade battle with China and the 2020 Election.

Fri, 10 May 2019 15:15:21 GMT

Niall and Eamon discuss Trump's latest move in his trade battle with China, his tax affairs, Robert Mueller and the 2020 Presidential Election.

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Ep 409: Neil Francis on Leinster's bid for the Champions Cup.

Fri, 10 May 2019 12:54:24 GMT

Neil talks to Eamon about this great rugby event.

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Ep 408: English Football's Amazing Week

Fri, 10 May 2019 10:53:39 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady reflect on the Champions League and Europa League semi-finals this week.

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Ep 407: Climate change - is it too late?

Thu, 09 May 2019 11:32:44 GMT

Eamon is joined by journalist and environmentalist campaigner John Gibbons to discuss climate change, the devastating impact it's likely to have on the planet, and what – if anything – we can do about it?

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Ep 406: Growing fears about the Drogheda gangland feud.

Wed, 08 May 2019 11:31:14 GMT

Nicola Tallant talks to Eamon about Drogheda and the latest in the Hutch/Kinahan feud.

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Ep 405: Still all to play for

Tue, 07 May 2019 11:03:15 GMT

John Giles and Eamon discuss the title race and this week's Champions League matches.

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Ep 404: War on The Hill. Niall Stanage reports

Fri, 03 May 2019 17:22:40 GMT

Democrats and Republicans bitterly divided over Special Counsel Robert Mueller's report. Niall Stanage talks to Eamon.

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Ep 403: Nicola Tallant talks to Eamon about the trial of Patrick Quirke.

Fri, 03 May 2019 15:39:36 GMT

Found guilty of the murder of Bobby Ryan, Patrick Quirke began his life sentence this week. Nicola Tallant talks to Eamon.

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Ep 402: Liverpool can still reach the Champions League Final

Fri, 03 May 2019 11:26:23 GMT

Didi Hamann and John Giles tell Eamon why.

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Ep 401: Clare Daly on why she seeks her future in Europe.

Thu, 02 May 2019 14:01:50 GMT

Clare Daly talks to Eamon,

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Ep 400: Paul Howard on the loving of Liverpool

Tue, 30 Apr 2019 11:31:28 GMT

Eamon is joined by writer Paul Howard to discuss his lifelong support of Liverpool, as well as the beautiful – and not so beautiful - aspects of being a football fan.

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Ep 399: Solskjaer should drop de Gea and get rid of Pogba.

Mon, 29 Apr 2019 12:18:24 GMT

Liam Brady and John Giles review the weekend's Premier League.

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Ep 398: John Giles and Liam Brady review the week's Premier League games.

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 14:59:02 GMT

John and Liam review the week's Premier League games and praise Roy Keane for calling out Paul Pogba, Graeme Souness and Gary Neville.

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Ep 397: Niall Stanage on Joe Biden's bid for the Democratic nomination.

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 14:29:08 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 396: Brexit - threatening the established political order in the UK.

Wed, 24 Apr 2019 13:39:58 GMT

Brendan O'Neill talks to Eamon.

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Ep 395: Old Failures, New IRA. Eamonn McCann reports from Derry.

Wed, 24 Apr 2019 13:21:25 GMT

Eamonn McCann reports from Derry.

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Ep 394: The New IRA, who are they and what happens next?

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 14:09:40 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor of the Sunday World, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 393: Manchester United: History repeats itself

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 13:20:58 GMT

John Giles and Eamon discuss another chapter in a decades old saga of this great club and pay tribute to Billy McNeill, former Celtic captain.

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Ep 392: Mueller Report - winners and losers

Fri, 19 Apr 2019 13:26:18 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to discuss the public release of the Mueller Report, what it means for Donald Trump and more.

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Ep 391: Liverpool can win the double

Fri, 19 Apr 2019 11:57:53 GMT

Liverpool can win the double, Pep Guardiola needs a defence, Mauricio Pochettino continues his fine work at Spurs, and Arsenal reach the Europa League semi-finals. The week's football and more with John Giles and Liam Brady.

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Ep 390: More troubling allegations of Garda misconduct

Thu, 18 Apr 2019 14:37:31 GMT

Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent with The Examiner, talks to Eamon about the Lynn Margiotta case.

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Ep 389: French citizenship and the infinite sadness of the Notre Dame Inferno

Thu, 18 Apr 2019 14:03:01 GMT

Lara Marlowe, Paris Correspondent with the Irish Times, talks to Eamon about becoming a French citizen and the devastating inferno at Notre Dame Cathedral.

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Ep 388: Tiger Woods - Sport's greatest story?

Mon, 15 Apr 2019 20:47:25 GMT

Gary Murphy, Golf Commentator and Columnist, talks to Eamon about Tiger and the US Masters.

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Ep 387: Liam Brady and John Giles talk to Eamon about the week's soccer

Mon, 15 Apr 2019 15:44:31 GMT

Liam, John and Eamon review the weekend's Premier League fixtures and look ahead to the Champions League matches.

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Ep 386: John Delaney and the latest on the unfolding FAI scandal

Mon, 15 Apr 2019 12:04:50 GMT

Mark Tighe and Kieran Cunningham talk to Eamon about the most recent developments.

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Ep 385: Didi Hamann and John Giles on this week's Champions League games.

Fri, 12 Apr 2019 13:47:53 GMT

Manchester City over-rated; Pogba falls short again; V.A.R. remains controversial. Didi and John review the week's Champions League games with Eamon.

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Ep 384: Brexit - Patricia McKenna talks to Eamon

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 15:59:16 GMT

Patricia McKenna and Eamon discuss the most recent developments in Brexit negotiations.

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Ep 383: A nation humbled - Britain's Brexit chaos.

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 13:08:47 GMT

Brendan O'Neill of Spiked On-line talks to Eamon.

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Ep 382: Uncertainty and chaos - Brexit with 48 hours to the deadline.

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 10:58:48 GMT

Verona Murphy, President of the Irish Road Haulage Association, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 381: Football with John Giles and Liam Brady

Mon, 08 Apr 2019 10:52:20 GMT

Eamon is joined by John and Liam to discuss the FA Cup semi-finals, the upcoming games between Man City and Spurs, and another frail away display from Arsenal.

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Ep 380: Brexit - Mistake after Mistake

Thu, 04 Apr 2019 11:34:55 GMT

Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern joins Eamon to discuss Brexit, the major mistakes made by Theresa May and the British political establishment, the threat of a hard border, and much more.

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Ep 379: John Delaney, uncut

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 12:02:47 GMT

Eamon is joined by Mark Tighe, and Kieran Cunningham of the Irish Daily Star, to discuss the ongoing John Delaney story that Mark broke in the Sunday Times a few weeks ago, and which continues to make headlines.

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Ep 378: Mueller – a win for the Donald?

Tue, 02 Apr 2019 14:02:38 GMT

Eamon is joined from Washington by Niall Stanage to discuss the impact of the Mueller report on Trump's presidency. They also chat about allegations involving Joe Biden, as well as vice-president Mike Pence.

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Ep 377: Eamon's back and talking to John Giles and Didi Hamann.

Mon, 01 Apr 2019 11:52:35 GMT

Eamon, John and Didi talk about the Premier League title race and Solskjaer's job at Manchester United.

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Ep 376: "They have no understanding how catastrophic 'no deal' would be".

Fri, 29 Mar 2019 11:40:14 GMT

Mick Clifford talks to Verona Murphy, President of the Irish Road Haulage Association, about Brexit.

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Ep 375: B-Day disaster for Brexiteers

Fri, 29 Mar 2019 10:46:35 GMT

The Brexit deadline was March 29th, but the saga continues with no end in sight. Mick Clifford talks to Brendan O'Neill who outlines his disappointment that the EU departure still hasn't happened.

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Ep 374: Seeking justice for the killing of Shane O'Farrell

Tue, 26 Mar 2019 14:01:04 GMT

Mick Clifford is joined by Lucia O'Farrell, the mother of Shane O'Farrell who was killed in 2011 in a hit and run by a man with a host of previous convictions and who should have been in jail on the day the tragedy occurred. The O'Farrell family are seeking answers and justice.

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Ep 373: Mueller report - the verdict

Tue, 26 Mar 2019 12:40:54 GMT

Mick Clifford is in studio to discuss the long-awaited Mueller Report with Niall Stanage. Is it the full exoneration that Donald Trump claims it is?

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Ep 372: Niall Stanage reports from Washington

Thu, 21 Mar 2019 15:06:08 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Mick about Trump and this week's events in Washington.

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Ep 371: No deal Brexit looms large

Wed, 20 Mar 2019 11:14:48 GMT

As the chaos in Westminster continues, Mick Clifford chats to Verona Murphy about the growing possibility of a no-deal Brexit.

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Ep 370: The Internet: friend or deadly foe? Dash Winterson talks to Eamon.

Tue, 19 Mar 2019 07:33:20 GMT

Software engineer, Dash Winterson, talks to Eamon about the origins and impact of the internet.

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Ep 369: Premier League and FA Cup review with John Giles and Liam Brady.

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 14:47:30 GMT

Mick Clifford talks to John Giles and Liam Brady about weekend Premier League matches.

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Ep 368: Neil Francis reviews the 2019 Six Nations with Mick Clifford

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 14:26:49 GMT

Neil Francis reviews Ireland's performance in the 2019 Six Nations with Mick Clifford.

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Ep 367: Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

Fri, 15 Mar 2019 13:49:11 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 366: Brexit - Brendan O'Neill of Spiked Online talks to Mick Clifford.

Fri, 15 Mar 2019 13:42:00 GMT

Brendan O'Neill talks to Mick about the events of the week and their impact.

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Ep 365: Champions League with John Giles and Liam Brady

Thu, 14 Mar 2019 11:24:23 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady discuss the week's Champions League action, including Liverpool's 3-1 win over Bayern Munich, Cristiano Ronaldo's hat-trick to help Juventus beat Atletico Madrid, and Man City hammering Schalke 7-0.

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Ep 364: Facebook - Start-up engineer Dash Winterson talks to Eamon

Tue, 12 Mar 2019 07:26:16 GMT

Eamon and Dash talk about Facebook, it origins and what it has become.

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Ep 363: Premier League review with John Giles

Mon, 11 Mar 2019 12:58:15 GMT

John Giles reviews the weekend Premier League soccer with Mick Clifford.

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Ep 362: Champions League review

Fri, 08 Mar 2019 11:29:34 GMT

Mick Clifford is joined by John Giles to review the week's Champions League action, including Man Utd's win over PSG, Ajax beating Real Madrid in the Bernebeu, and the impact of VAR on those results.

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Ep 361: Neil Francis on why Ireland will beat France this Sunday

Thu, 07 Mar 2019 14:21:01 GMT

Mick Clifford speaks to Neil Francis about the next leg of Ireland's Six Nations battle.

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Ep 360: Niall Stanage reports from Washington

Wed, 06 Mar 2019 15:10:54 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Mick Clifford about the Democratic nominations for the 2020 Presidential Election.

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Ep 359: The Border. The key piece in the Brexit jigsaw.

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 20:40:08 GMT

Diarmaid Ferriter, Professor of Modern Irish History at UCD, talks to Eamon about the enduring relevance of the Irish border.

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Ep 358: John Giles and Liam Brady review the weekend's Premier League with Hugh Cahill

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 13:19:56 GMT

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Ep 357: Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

Fri, 01 Mar 2019 16:45:50 GMT

Niall Stanage reports on Michael Cohen's testimony before Congress, the impact on Donald Trump and Trump's talks with Kim Jong-un in Hanoi.

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Ep 356: Crisis at Real Madrid

Fri, 01 Mar 2019 12:46:07 GMT

Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Spain.

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Ep 355: Chaos at Westminster: a brexiteer's view.

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 12:46:52 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, Editor of Spiked Online, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 354: Winners and losers in the Brexit drama

Wed, 27 Feb 2019 11:58:50 GMT

Economist Jim Power joins Eamon to discuss the implications of Brexit on Irish business. Who are the potential winners and losers?

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Ep 353: Brexit - the nightmare scenario

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 11:15:30 GMT

Eamon is joined by Verona Murphy, President of the Irish Road Haulage Association, to discuss the implications of Brexit on the food supply in Ireland and across the border, as well as the import and export of perishable goods.

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Ep 352: Didi Hamann and John Giles review weekend soccer.

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 12:43:24 GMT

Didi and John join Eamon to review the weekend soccer and pay tribute to Lionel Messi.

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Ep 351: Crunch time for Liverpool

Fri, 22 Feb 2019 12:20:47 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady look back at the week's soccer and forward to Manchester United and Liverpool on Sunday.

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Ep 350: Regency trial collapses

Thu, 21 Feb 2019 11:21:52 GMT

Eamon is joined by Investigations Editor of the Sunday World, Nicola Tallant, to discuss collapse of the trial on Wednesday of Patrick Hutch for the Regency Hotel murder of David Byrne.

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Ep 349: Why the Sean Fitzpatrick trial collapsed

Wed, 20 Feb 2019 10:13:40 GMT

Eamon is joined by Simon Carswell, Irish Times Public Affairs Editor, to discuss the collapse of the Sean Fitzpatrick trial, why it could happen again, and Ireland's soft touch on white-collar crime.

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Ep 348: Trump's State of Emergency attacked by friend and foe alike.

Mon, 18 Feb 2019 18:40:06 GMT

Niall Stanage reports from Washington.

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Ep 347: A defining week for Man U, Liverpool, Man City and Chelsea

Mon, 18 Feb 2019 12:39:23 GMT

Liam Brady and John Giles on a make or break week for some of England's greatest clubs.

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Ep 346: From hero to (almost) zero, Macron fights for his political life.

Sun, 17 Feb 2019 13:08:19 GMT

Lara Marlowe, the Irish Times Paris Correspondent, talks to Eamon.

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Ep 345: Brexit: No deal crash out looms large.

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 12:06:02 GMT

Brendan O'Neill, leading Brexit advocate, on the chaos in the House of Commons.

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Ep 344: Jeff Bezos goes to war with the National Enquirer and Donald Trump

Wed, 13 Feb 2019 17:51:11 GMT

Niall Stanage, Associate Editor of The Hill, talks to Eamon.

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EP 343: Champions League and Gordon Banks

Wed, 13 Feb 2019 11:05:34 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles to discuss Man Utd's defeat to PSG in the Champions League, and the passing of legendary England goalkeeper Gordon Banks.

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Ep 342: Government in crisis over Children's Hospital

Wed, 13 Feb 2019 10:32:56 GMT

Eamon is joined by Mick Clifford of the Irish Examiner to discuss the apology made to the Dail by Minister for Health Simon Harris, and the investigation into the cost overrun of the Children's Hospital project.

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Ep 341: Champions League with Didi Hamann

Tue, 12 Feb 2019 12:25:09 GMT

As the Champions League knock-out stages get underway, Eamon is joined by Didi Hamann to preview the Round of 16 ties, including Man Utd v PSG and Liverpool v Bayern Munich.

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Ep 340: Can we prepare for Brexit?

Tue, 12 Feb 2019 11:25:01 GMT

Verona Murphy, President of the Irish Road Haulage Association, joins Eamon to discuss Brexit just 45 days out from March 29th, and questions the preparations being made on the island of Ireland and the role of the Irish government.

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Ep 338: Big news ahead of Scotland clash

Fri, 08 Feb 2019 12:40:33 GMT

Eamon is joined by Neil Francis to look back at Ireland's defeat to England last weekend, and Saturday's trip to Murrayfield to take on Scotland. Plus there's big news about Sean O'Brien.

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Ep 337: The National Children's Hospital - a joke, but no fun

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 12:28:36 GMT

Eamon is joined by Mick Clifford of the Irish Examiner to discuss the ongoing scandal involving the construction of the National Children's Hospital and the massive budget overrun.

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Ep 336: The State of Trump's Union

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 14:33:35 GMT

Niall Stanage reports on the state of Donald's union.

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Ep 335: Liverpool feeling the pressure?

Tue, 05 Feb 2019 13:46:44 GMT

Eamon is joined by Liam Brady and John Giles to discuss Liverpool's 1-1 draw with West Ham in the Premier League. Are Jurgen Klopp's side beginning to feel the pressure as the title race hots up?

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Ep 334: The Regency attack - 3 years on

Tue, 05 Feb 2019 11:18:46 GMT

Eamon is joined by Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor of the Sunday World, three years to the day after the Regency hotel attack which Dublin gangland's most dangerous feud.

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Ep 333: Pressure building in the Premier League title race

Mon, 04 Feb 2019 12:26:07 GMT

John Giles, Liam Brady and Eamon review the weekend Premier League football.

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Ep 332: Liverpool still favourites for the Premier League

Fri, 01 Feb 2019 12:06:50 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles and Didi Hamann to discuss the midweek Premier League action including Liverpool's draw to Leicester, Man City's defeat to Newcastle and Chelsea being beaten 4-0 by Bournemouth.

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Ep 331: Rugby - Ireland can beat England and win the World Cup

Fri, 01 Feb 2019 11:00:06 GMT

Eamon is joined by Neil Francis to discuss Ireland's opening 6 Nations encounter with England at the Aviva on Saturday, the tournament as a whole and the World Cup later this year.

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Ep 330: Brexit – no good options for Ireland

Wed, 30 Jan 2019 12:52:55 GMT

Eamon is joined by Brendan O'Neill of Spiked Online to discuss the latest developments in Brexit as the turmoil in British politics continues.

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Ep 329: The Donald: No longer in his comfort zone.

Tue, 29 Jan 2019 15:58:49 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about the latest from Washington.

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Ep 328: Manchester United's spectacular revival.

Mon, 28 Jan 2019 12:43:12 GMT

John Giles and Eamon talk about Manchester United's spectacular revival, why this matters and should Ole Gunnar Solskjaer get the job on a permanent basis.

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Ep 327: Brexit: will Europe throw Ireland to the wolves?

Fri, 25 Jan 2019 18:46:04 GMT

Patricia McKenna talks to Eamon about Ireland's mistake in backing the EU and alienating Britain.

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Ep 326: Trump: Fighting on all fronts.

Thu, 24 Jan 2019 15:14:48 GMT

Niall Stanage talks to Eamon about the shutdown and the latest from Washington.

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Ep 325: No sign of peace in drug related killings

Tue, 22 Jan 2019 11:09:07 GMT

Eamon is joined by Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor with the Sunday World, for the latest on Dublin's gangland, and how the cocaine trade is driving crime across the nation.

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Ep 324: Didi Hamann and John Giles

Mon, 21 Jan 2019 13:30:21 GMT

Didi Hamann and John Giles review the weekend's Premier League games with Eamon.

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Ep 323: Vicky Phelan - Fighting for her life

Fri, 18 Jan 2019 18:42:13 GMT

Vicky Phelan talks to Eamon about her own struggle and her campaign for other victims of the Cervical Cancer Scandal.

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Ep 322: Shane Ross is not helping with Brexit preparations

Wed, 16 Jan 2019 14:12:58 GMT

Verona Murphy, President of the Irish Road Haulage Association, joins Eamon to discuss the implications of a no deal Brexit, and suggests that Minister for Transport Shane Ross is not doing enough to help industry prepare.

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Ep 321: Brendan O'Neill

Wed, 16 Jan 2019 10:21:07 GMT

Following Theresa May's comprehensive defeat in the House of Commons, Eamon is joined by Brendan O'Neill, editor of Spiked Online, to discuss the consequences and what happens next.

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Ep 320: Trump says he's not a Russian spy

Tue, 15 Jan 2019 13:31:28 GMT

Niall Stanage of The Hill joins Eamon with the latest from Washington as the President of the United States denies that he's a Russian spy.

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Ep 319: What will Brexit cost Ireland?

Tue, 15 Jan 2019 12:58:03 GMT

As the vote on Theresa May's Brexit deal approaches, Eamon is joined by economist Jim Power to discuss the possible consequences for the Irish economy.

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Ep 318: Onwards and upwards for Manchester United

Mon, 14 Jan 2019 13:20:15 GMT

John Giles talks to Eamon about Manchester United's revival. And also, how good is Declan Rice?

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Ep 317: Karl Deeter

Sun, 13 Jan 2019 13:00:16 GMT

Eamon is joined by Karl Deeter of Irish Mortgage Brokers for the latest on the housing crisis and possible solutions.

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Ep 315: Trump ups the stakes over the wall

Thu, 10 Jan 2019 13:45:25 GMT

Eamon is joined by Niall Stanage of The Hill who has the latest from Washington as the government shut down continues and Trump stands firm over the wall.

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Ep 316: Can Macron survive the Gilets Jaunes?

Thu, 10 Jan 2019 10:24:02 GMT

Eamon is joined on the line by Lara Marlowe, Paris correspondent of the Irish Times, to discuss the ongoing protests in France, and asks if President Emmanuel Macron can survive.

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Ep 314: Dermot Gilleece on Pádraig Harrington

Wed, 09 Jan 2019 17:04:11 GMT

Dermot Gilleece talks to Eamon about Pádraig Harrington's career and his captaincy of Europe's 2020 Ryder Cup team.

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Ep 313: Another Garda whistleblower emerges

Tue, 08 Jan 2019 11:17:14 GMT

Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent with the Irish Examiner, joins Eamon with another story from behind the scenes of An Garda Síochána.

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Ep 312: The sad death of a great English occasion

Mon, 07 Jan 2019 14:03:15 GMT

John Giles and Eamon discuss the decline of the FA Cup.

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Ep 311: Trump faces unwelcome change

Fri, 04 Jan 2019 13:40:56 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to discuss the latest from Washington DC, including the government shutdown, potential Democratic candidates to oppose Donald Trump and more.

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Ep 310: Football with Liam Brady

Fri, 04 Jan 2019 12:44:10 GMT

Liam Brady joins Eamon to discuss Man City's 2-1 win over Liverpool, Arsenal's defensive issues and lots more.

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Ep 309: Who's Elon Musk and why is everyone talking about him?

Mon, 31 Dec 2018 18:45:57 GMT

Eamon talks to Dash Winterson, Start-up Technologist and Engineer

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Ep 308: Liverpool or Manchester City?

Mon, 31 Dec 2018 14:05:44 GMT

John Giles and Eamon have a robust conversation about the destination of the Premiership title.

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Ep 306: Hugh Cahill

Wed, 26 Dec 2018 20:33:18 GMT

From Frankel to Istabraq, Hugh Cahill on his new book about Horse Racing: 'Winners'.

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Ep 305: Liam Brady & the weekend soccer review

Mon, 24 Dec 2018 15:40:58 GMT

Eamon is joined by Liam Brady to discuss the weekend's football.

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Ep 307: What's wrong with Rory?

Sun, 23 Dec 2018 09:46:34 GMT

Dermot Gilleece joins Eamon in studio to profile Rory McIlroy.

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Ep 303: Ted Walsh

Fri, 21 Dec 2018 18:46:17 GMT

Eamon is joined by one of Ireland's great horse racing men, Ted Walsh, to chat about his life and times as a jockey, trainer and RTE pundit.

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Ep 302: Jo Spain

Fri, 21 Dec 2018 18:41:07 GMT

Eamon talks to crime writer Jo Spain about her life as a writer, her involvement in the RTE series Taken Down, Direct Provision and much more.

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Ep 300: The walls close in on Trump

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 13:38:38 GMT

The latest from Washington DC as Donald Trump, fresh from his defeat of ISIS, continues to be under serious scrutiny. Niall Stanage of The Hill is with Eamon to discuss.

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Ep 301: CAB hits its targets

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 12:51:30 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor of the Sunday World, joins Eamon to discuss the work of the Criminal Assets Bureau, what it does, who it goes after, and how.

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Ep 299: Imports, Exports and Brexit

Tue, 18 Dec 2018 23:27:30 GMT

Eamon is joined by Verona Murphy, President of the Irish Road Haulage Association, to discuss Brexit and the impact it will have on Irish imports and exports.

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Ep 298: Mourinho gets the bullet

Tue, 18 Dec 2018 11:28:34 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles to discuss the sacking by Man Utd of Jose Mourinho, what kind of a job the next man faces, and potential replacements.

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Ep 297: Didi Hamann on Liverpool v Manchester Utd and the Champions League draw

Mon, 17 Dec 2018 16:17:34 GMT

Eamon is joined by Didi Hamann to discuss Liverpool's victory over Manchester Utd. and the latest Champions League action.

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Ep 296: Premier League review

Mon, 17 Dec 2018 12:19:51 GMT

Eamon is joined by Liam Brady and John Giles to discuss the latest Premier League action.

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Ep 295: Trump - the net tightens

Fri, 14 Dec 2018 16:00:43 GMT

The latest from Washington DC with Niall Stanage of The Hill as things appear to be getting more and more difficult for Donald Trump from all kinds of angles.

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Ep 294: Champions League review

Fri, 14 Dec 2018 12:51:30 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles to discuss the week's Champions League action including Liverpool's win over Napoli, Spurs draw with Barcelona, and Manchester United's defeat in Valencia.

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Ep 293: Bertie Ahern on Brexit

Thu, 13 Dec 2018 12:00:23 GMT

After a hugely significant week in UK politics, Eamon is joined by former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern to discuss Brexit, the potential impact it might have on Ireland, and why the focus needs to shift from the technicalities of any potential deal to the practicalities for the people it will affect.

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Ep 292: More startling disclosures in the INM story

Tue, 11 Dec 2018 10:29:01 GMT

Eamon is joined by special correspondent for the Irish Examiner, Mick Clifford, to discuss further developments in the INM scandal, and the wider implications of those for the company and for journalism.

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Ep 291: The weekend's Premier League review with Liam Brady & John Giles

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 13:50:34 GMT

Eamon is joined by Liam Brady and John Giles to discuss the latest Premier League football.

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Ep 290: Europe - Truth, lies and threats

Fri, 07 Dec 2018 11:29:39 GMT

Eamon is joined by former MEP Patricia McKenna to discuss Brexit, the European Union, and the implications for Ireland.

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Ep 289: Special Counsel Mueller closes in

Thu, 06 Dec 2018 13:40:21 GMT

A sombre week in Washington following the death of former President George HW Bush, but Donald Trump will have more pressing matters on his hands as the Mueller Investigation continues with potentially serious consequences.

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Ep 288: Premier League no foregone conclusion for City

Thu, 06 Dec 2018 12:54:46 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles and Liam Brady to discuss the midweek Premier League action including wins for Man City and Liverpool, Man Utd's 2-2 draw with Arsenal and more.

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Ep 287: Euro 2020 draw, the end of Mourinho and Arsenal’s extraordinary revival

Mon, 03 Dec 2018 13:04:09 GMT

Eamon talks to Liam Brady and John Giles.

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Ep 286: Trump's woes worsen

Fri, 30 Nov 2018 13:45:10 GMT

The latest from Washington with Niall Stanage as Donald Trump's former lawyer Michael Cohen pleads guilty to lying to Congress, while Paul Manafort’s plea deal with Mueller falls apart after he reportedly lies to federal investigators.

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Ep 285: Another whistleblowing scandal?

Thu, 29 Nov 2018 11:27:07 GMT

Mick Clifford, special correspondent with the Irish Examiner, discusses another whistleblowing story involving the Irish prison service.

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Ep 284: Tom Lyons

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 11:42:23 GMT

Tom Lyons, Executive Editor of the Sunday Business Post joins Eamon to discuss NAMA, the vulture funds the hangover from the financial crash all these years later.

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Ep 283: Mick McCarthy & the Premier League

Mon, 26 Nov 2018 12:44:41 GMT

Eamon is joined by Didi Hamann and John Giles.

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Ep 282: No Thanksgiving ceasefire for Trump

Fri, 23 Nov 2018 13:38:32 GMT

Niall Stanage joins Eamon to discuss a rebuke for the president from the chief justice of the US supreme court, more fallout from the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi by Saudi Arabia as well as the mid-term elections, and the rest of the news from Washington DC.

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Ep 281: Who is going to pick the next Ireland manager?

Fri, 23 Nov 2018 12:56:41 GMT

After the sacking of Martin O'Neill, Eamon is joined by Liam Brady and John Giles to discuss the candidates to replace him, as well as asking how the process is going to work and who will make the final decision?

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Ep 280: Colm Tóibín

Thu, 22 Nov 2018 14:06:44 GMT

Eamon is joined by writer Colm Tóibín to discuss his new book, 'Mad, Bad, Dangerous to Know: The Fathers of Wilde, Yeats, and Joyce.'

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Ep 279: Hitmen for hire

Wed, 21 Nov 2018 11:13:54 GMT

Nicola Tallant of the Sunday World joins Eamon to discuss hitmen for hire in Dublin's gangland, and how feuds exist in the online world too.

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Ep 278: O'Neill's Ireland Hits Rock Bottom

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 12:27:39 GMT

Eamon talks to John Giles and Liam Brady.

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Ep 277: Rugby's Beautiful Night

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 11:48:14 GMT

Eamon talks to Neil Francis about Ireland’s historic victory against the All Blacks.

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Ep 276: Neil Francis

Fri, 16 Nov 2018 11:44:32 GMT

Eamon is joined by former Irish international Neil Francis to discuss changes in rugby since his playing days, and to look ahead to Ireland's clash with the All Blacks on Saturday.

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Ep 275: Time to look at John Delaney

Fri, 16 Nov 2018 10:21:04 GMT

With the spotlight on Martin O'Neill's inability to elicit a performance from his team in last night's 0-0 draw with Northern Ireland, Eamon, Liam Brady and John Giles discuss the match and suggest it's time people looked at FAI Chief Executive John Delaney's contribution the current state of the Irish team.

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Ep 274: More chaos in the White House

Thu, 15 Nov 2018 13:43:56 GMT

Eamon is joined by Niall Stanage of The Hill newspaper to discuss another chaotic week in the Donald Trump presidency.

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Ep 273: Maurice McCabe the final say

Wed, 14 Nov 2018 11:21:41 GMT

In the wake of RTE's Whistleblower documentary, Mick Clifford of the Irish Examiner joins Eamon to discuss Maurice McCabe and whether or not those responsible for perpetrating the 'campaign of calumny' against him will be held accountable.

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Ep 272: Mourinho a busted flush

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 12:50:13 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles and Liam Brady to discuss the Manchester derby and Man City's emphatic win, Arsenal's draw with Wolves, and the rest of the weekend's Premier League action.

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Ep 271: Nicola Tallant

Sun, 11 Nov 2018 19:45:31 GMT

The latest from Dublin's gangland, plus the murder of Paul Wells by Kenneth O'Brien with Nicola Tallant of the Sunday World.

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Ep 270: Trump drama continues

Fri, 09 Nov 2018 15:45:00 GMT

Mid-term elections, Sessions’ resignation as Attorney General, Trump’s press conference, CNN’s Jim Acosta loses White House access. Eamon talks to Niall Stanage about another dramatic week in US politics.

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Ep 269: Live rugby special

Thu, 08 Nov 2018 17:05:24 GMT

Recorded in front of a live audience, it's a rugby special with Eamon, Hugh Cahill, Paul Wallace, Neil Francis and Gordon Darcy.

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Ep 268: Bernadette Devlin McAliskey

Thu, 08 Nov 2018 11:50:43 GMT

Eamon is joined by Bernadette Devlin McAliskey to discuss the impact of Brexit on life and politics in Northern Ireland, a united Ireland, how capitalism is driving politics to the far right, and much more.

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Ep 267: Stuart Carolan

Tue, 06 Nov 2018 15:09:40 GMT

Eamon is joined in studio by Stuart Carolan to discuss his new RTE series 'Taken Down', which is his next project after the huge success of Love/Hate. They talk about direct provision, the inspiration for the two series, writing for the theatre and lots more.

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Ep 266: Premier League with Didi Hamann and John Giles

Tue, 06 Nov 2018 12:18:42 GMT

Eamon, Didi and John discuss Liverpool's draw away at Arsenal, the implications for the title race, Man City's chances of winning it at a canter, Man United's win over Bournemouth and lots more.

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Ep 263: Mid-terms loom for Trump and the Democrats

Thu, 01 Nov 2018 12:39:34 GMT

As Donald Trump steps up his rallying ahead of the mid-term elections, Niall Stanage of The Hill joins Eamon from Washington to discuss the campaigns, whether the democrats can make any inroads, and if Trump's rhetoric continues to create a dangerous atmosphere.

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Ep 265: Frank McDonald

Thu, 01 Nov 2018 09:39:49 GMT

Eamon is joined in studio by former Environment Editor of The Irish Times Frank McDonald to discuss his new book 'Truly Frank', looking back at his life, work and career – as well as his thoughts on the challenges facing Dublin as a city.

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Ep 264: John Connors

Thu, 01 Nov 2018 09:27:09 GMT

Eamon is joined by actor John Connors to talk about his life and career, the spotlight on the travelling community in the wake of the presidential election and more.

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Ep 262: Maurice McCabe leaves the Gardai

Wed, 31 Oct 2018 12:10:13 GMT

After the announcement that Maurice McCabe is to leave the Gardai, Mick Clifford of the Irish Examiner joins Eamon to reflect on his career and why he's taken this decision.

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Ep 261: Brazil elects a fascist

Tue, 30 Oct 2018 12:10:15 GMT

Ewan MacKenna joins Eamon from Brazil in the wake of the election which now sees the extreme right wing Jair Bolsonaro as president elect. What are his views and how will this affect Brazilian society and beyond?

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Ep 260: Femmes Fatales

Mon, 29 Oct 2018 20:12:56 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor with the Sunday World, joins Eamon to discuss some of the most high profile crimes in Irish history committed by women.

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Ep 259: Big trouble at Real Madrid

Fri, 26 Oct 2018 10:42:44 GMT

Ahead of this weekend's derby between Real Madrid and Barcelona, Richard Fitzpatrick joins Eamon to discuss the ongoing problems at the Champions League holders - and a first Clásico without either Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi since 2007.

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Ep 258: Trump's enemies in the firing line

Thu, 25 Oct 2018 12:37:55 GMT

As suspicious packages sent to public figures are intercepted by authorities, Niall Stanage joins Eamon to discuss the impact of Donald Trump's rhetoric and the rest of the news from Washington DC.

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Ep 257: The last word on the Charleton Report

Wed, 24 Oct 2018 10:33:25 GMT

Mick Clifford of the Irish Examiner joins Eamon to discuss the Charleton Report and the way that some of his findings have been reported in sections of the Irish media.

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Ep 256: Justice for Duck Egg

Tue, 23 Oct 2018 08:09:44 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor with the Sunday World, joins Eamon to discuss the latest from Dublin's gangland.

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Ep 255: Premier League and tennis balls

Mon, 22 Oct 2018 10:56:50 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to discuss the weekend's Premier League action, including Chelsea's draw with Man Utd, Liverpool's win over Huddersfield and more.

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Ep 254: The Notorious and Rory McIlroy

Fri, 19 Oct 2018 06:45:39 GMT

Ewan MacKenna joins Eamon to discuss Conor McGregor's recent defeat in Las Vegas, the Irish contingent that followed him out there, before the conversation takes a turn towards golf star Rory McIlroy and then back to the 'Notorious'.

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Ep 253: Trump's Saudi dilemma

Thu, 18 Oct 2018 12:43:05 GMT

Niall Stanage of The Hill is on the line from Washington to discuss the latest from the White House, relations with Saudi Arabia after the brutal murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, and much more.

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Ep 252: Ireland hit the wall

Wed, 17 Oct 2018 11:21:07 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to discuss the 1-0 defeat to Wales at the Aviva Stadium. There's some robust discussion about the efficacy of the Ireland wall; how much, if any, attention is paid to set-pieces during trainin;, and lots more, before Richard Fitzpatrick reports from Spain on the latest developments in the ongoing Cristiano Ronaldo story.

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Ep 251: O'Neill and Keane on the brink

Tue, 16 Oct 2018 11:01:26 GMT

John Giles is in studio with Eamon to look ahead to tonight's game against Wales as pressure builds on the managerial team of Martin O'Neill and Roy Keane.

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Ep 250: Johnny Sexton

Tue, 16 Oct 2018 10:03:54 GMT

Johnny Sexton is one of Ireland's greatest rugby players. He joins Eamon in studio to discuss his career, the setbacks, coping with injury, his rivalry then friendship with Ronan O'Gara, the success of Ireland and Leinster and much more.

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Ep 249: Paddy Cosgrave

Sun, 14 Oct 2018 17:37:20 GMT

Paddy Cosgrave is an entrepreneur and founder of the Web Summit which began life in Dublin and moved to Lisbon, Portugal last year. He talks to Eamon about his career, life in Ireland, the Web Summit itself and much more.

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Ep 248: Sergeant Maurice McCabe vindicated

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 11:36:26 GMT

Mick Clifford joins Eamon to discuss the findings made by Justice Peter Charleton in relation to the 'campaign of calumny' against whistleblower Maurice McCabe. There's vindication for a brave man, but what of those who carried out the smears, in particular former Garda commissioner Martin Callinan?

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Ep 247: The case for Conor McGregor and MMA

Thu, 11 Oct 2018 10:05:19 GMT

Philip O'Connor joins Eamon to discuss Conor McGregor, his defeat to Khabib Nurmagomedov in Las Vegas last weekend, and the ugly scenes it sparked in and out of the octagon. Does that really represent the sport?

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Ep 246: A good week for Donald Trump

Tue, 09 Oct 2018 12:43:33 GMT

Niall Stanage of The Hill joins Eamon to discuss what has been a successful week in the eyes of Donald Trump after the appointment of Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court. But will this galvanise his base, or spark a backlash in the upcoming mid-term elections?

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Ep 245: Premier League review

Tue, 09 Oct 2018 10:27:01 GMT

Liam Brady and John Giles join Eamon to discuss stalemate at Anfield between Liverpool and Man City, Arsenal's ninth successive win, a Man Utd victory but more Mourinho antics, plus Real Madrid's surprise defeat to Alaves and much more.

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Ep 243: Premier League preview

Fri, 05 Oct 2018 11:21:33 GMT

Liam Brady and John Giles join Eamon to preview the Premier League, in particular Sunday's clash between Liverpool and Man City at Anfield.

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Ep 242: Washington waits on FBI report

Wed, 03 Oct 2018 12:38:06 GMT

Niall Stanage of The Hill newspaper joins Eamon to discuss the latest from Washington as all eyes are on the FBI and their report into Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh and the accusations made against him by Christine Blasey Ford.

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Ep 241: Football with John Giles

Tue, 02 Oct 2018 14:38:14 GMT

John Giles is in studio to discuss the Premier League, Jose Mourinho's continued troubles at Manchester United, and Eamon makes a bold prediction about this weekend's upcoming clash between Liverpool and Man City.

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Ep 240: Matt Cooper on turbulent times for Michael O'Leary

Tue, 02 Oct 2018 09:47:59 GMT

Matt Cooper, author of a new book about Michael O'Leary, is in studio with Eamon to discuss the life and times of the Ryanair boss – and the challenges he faces in the future after Monday's profit warning for the company.

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Ep 239: Brexit - a UK perspective

Fri, 28 Sep 2018 08:15:02 GMT

Liam Halligan, columnist with the Sunday Telegraph, joins Eamon to discuss the ins and outs of Brexit from a UK/leave perspective.

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Ep 238: Ryder Cup preview

Thu, 27 Sep 2018 10:18:40 GMT

Gary Murphy of Sky Sports is in studio with Eamon to look ahead to the Ryder Cup 2018. Gary assesses both teams, weighs up Europe's chances of a win, there's discussion of Tiger Woods comeback and much more.

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Ep 237: Brexit – an Irish perspective

Thu, 27 Sep 2018 07:18:38 GMT

Economist Jim Power joins Eamon in the studio to discuss Brexit and the likely effects it will have on Ireland and the Irish economy.

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Ep 236: Is Denis O'Brien about to bag another big state contract?

Tue, 25 Sep 2018 18:46:38 GMT

Justine McCarthy of the Sunday Times is in studio with Eamon to discuss the role of Denis O'Brien in the consortium bidding for the National Broadband Plan, the INM scandal, and more.

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Ep 235: Trump fights on all fronts

Tue, 25 Sep 2018 12:39:13 GMT

Niall Stanage, associate editor of The Hill newspaper, joins Eamon to discuss the latest from Washington, the accusations against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, and more.

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Ep 234: Premier League review

Tue, 25 Sep 2018 09:29:45 GMT

Liam Brady and John Giles join Eamon to discuss the Premier League including: Arsenal's winning run, Liverpool's title credentials, Harry Kane's troubles at Spurs, Alexis Sanchez finding it tough going at Man Utd, and much more.

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Ep 233: The vultures feasting on Ireland's misery

Thu, 20 Sep 2018 13:47:41 GMT

Eamon is joined by Ian Kehoe, former editor of the Sunday Business Post, to discuss the impact of vulture funds on Ireland's economy and housing crisis, as well as who exactly is to blame for letting them operate the way they do.

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Ep 232: What happened to Sean Cavanagh?

Thu, 20 Sep 2018 11:39:28 GMT

Journalist Ewan MacKenna joins Eamon to discuss the horrendous injuries suffered by Sean Cavanagh, the prevalence of violence in Gaelic football, and the future of the game.

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Ep 231: Man City can't win the Champions League

Thu, 20 Sep 2018 09:29:50 GMT

Eamon insists that Man City can't win the Champions League with their defensive frailties, but John Giles isn't convinced and thinks it's too soon to say despite their defeat in their first group game. Also, Liverpool, Man United and Ronaldo's red card.

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Ep 230: CAB's crusade against the Kinahan cartel

Wed, 19 Sep 2018 10:32:44 GMT

Eamon is joined by Nicola Tallant, investigations editor of the Sunday World, to discuss how the Criminal Assets Bureau are targetting the Kinahan crime gang, and round up the latest from the Dublin underworld.

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Ep 229: Premier League Weekend Review

Mon, 17 Sep 2018 15:06:28 GMT

Didi Hamman and John Giles review the Premier League weekend with Eamon.

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Ep 228: Trump's Worst Day Yet

Mon, 17 Sep 2018 14:23:01 GMT

Eamon talks to Niall Stanage about the latest from Washington.

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Ep 227: The Scally Report - Misogyny, Incompetence and Worse

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 11:32:54 GMT

Eamon speaks to Simon Carswell, the Irish Times public affairs editor, about the Scally Report on the CervicalCheck scandal.

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Ep 225: The Rise of Sweden's Far Right

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 11:29:26 GMT

Eamon talks to Philip O'Connor, an independent journalist based in Stockholm, about the rise of Sweden's far right.

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Ep 226: The Final Atrocity in Syria's Long War

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 11:15:55 GMT

Eamon talks to Ronan Tynan, director of 'Syria - The Impossible Revolution'. Three years in the making this feature length documentary offers unique insights into the roots of the Syrian Revolution and how what began as a peaceful uprising turned into a very brutal conflict as the Assad regime cracked down.

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Ep 224: Ireland's beating in Wales & Roy Keane's future with the Irish soccer team

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 11:08:16 GMT

Eamon talks to Liam Brady and John Giles about Ireland's beating in Wales and Roy Keane's future with the Irish soccer team.

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Ep 223: Independent Newspapers lose big in the High Court

Thu, 06 Sep 2018 16:46:13 GMT

Eamon Dunphy speaks to the Irish Examiner's Special Correspondent Mick Clifford.

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Ep 222: Without Reform Gaelic Football is Dying

Thu, 06 Sep 2018 14:55:07 GMT

Eamon Dunphy speaks to Ewan MacKenna, former Irish sportswriter of the year and journalist for Sunday Business Post and Sunday Times, about the future of the GAA.

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Ep 221: Trump's worst week ever?

Wed, 05 Sep 2018 12:56:05 GMT

Niall Stanage is in studio with Eamon to discuss the latest surrounding Donald Trump, including Bob Woodward's explosive upcoming book, the ongoing Robert Mueller investigation, a controversial Supreme Court appointment and lots more.

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Ep 220: Arsenal, Spurs and Harry Arter

Wed, 05 Sep 2018 09:48:21 GMT

Eamon is joined by Liam Brady to discuss Arsenal's win over Cardiff, Spurs' defeat to Watford, and the Harry Arter situation after the midfielder decision to step away from international football following a row with Roy Keane.

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Ep 219: Fat Freddie gets life

Tue, 04 Sep 2018 10:11:34 GMT

Eamon is joined by Nicola Tallant, investigations editor of the Sunday World, to discuss the conviction of 'Fat Freddie Thompson', and the latest from the Dublin gangland situation.

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Ep 218: Mick Clifford

Fri, 31 Aug 2018 09:05:23 GMT

Eamon is joined by Mick Clifford of the Irish Examiner to discuss the latest surround the Independent News and Media (INM) hacking story, and the changes happening within the organisation.

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Ep 217: No way back for Mourinho

Thu, 30 Aug 2018 12:02:34 GMT

Liam Brady and Didi Hamann believe it's end-game territory for Jose Mourinho. They join Eamon to discuss his situation at Man United, as well as Spurs victory at Old Trafford, Mesut Ozil's unhappy situation and more.

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Ep 216: After the Papal visit

Tue, 28 Aug 2018 18:10:16 GMT

Eamon is again joined by Sunday Times columnist David Quinn to discuss the Pope's visit, his comments about abuse, and the reaction to his time in Ireland.

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Ep 215: Mourinho meltdown - can he survive?

Tue, 28 Aug 2018 10:20:45 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles to discuss the Premier League weekend, in particular the Man Utd defeat to Spurs and Jose Mourinho's subsequent meltdown in his post-game press conference. Is the end nigh for the United boss?

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Ep 214: The rise of nativism in Sweden

Mon, 27 Aug 2018 06:51:58 GMT

Eamon is joined by Swedish-based journalist Philip O'Connor to discuss life in Sweden ahead of the upcoming election in which the rise of nativism looks set to play a key part.

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Ep 213: Trouble brewing for Trump

Fri, 24 Aug 2018 12:54:49 GMT

After a difficult week for Donald Trump, Eamon is joined by Niall Stanage of The Hill newspaper in Washington to discuss the news involving Michael Cohen, Paul Manafort and the ongoing Mueller investigation.

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Ep 212: David Quinn

Thu, 23 Aug 2018 10:30:05 GMT

Ahead of Pope Francis coming to Ireland, Eamon speaks to Sunday Times columnist and founder of the Iona Institute, David Quinn, about the papal visit, the crimes of the church in the wake of the latest sexual abuse revelations from America, the Vatican's response to them, celibacy, women priests and more.

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Ep 211: Robert Fisk on the age of Trump

Wed, 22 Aug 2018 10:14:13 GMT

Eamon is joined in studio by journalist and writer Robert Fisk to discuss Donald Trump, what his election says about American politics, as well as Brexit, the middle-east and more.

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Ep 210: Mourinho situation pressing at United

Tue, 21 Aug 2018 11:44:06 GMT

Eamon is joined by Liam Brady and John Giles to discuss the Premier League weekend as defeat for Man Utd to Brighton focuses the spotlight on Jose Mourinho and his future. Also, defeat for Arsenal but some promising signs, while City and Liverpool show their strengths.

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Ep 209: BP Fallon on Aretha Franklin

Fri, 17 Aug 2018 13:04:18 GMT

Eamon is joined by BP Fallon to discuss the life, times and music of Aretha Franklin after the Queen of Soul passed away this week at the age of 76.

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Ep 208: Father Peter McVerry

Fri, 17 Aug 2018 10:12:13 GMT

Father Peter McVerry tells Eamon that the housing crisis is much worse than it has ever been, that it's going to get worse, and that the buck stops with Taoiseach Leo Varadkar when it comes to finding a solution.

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Ep 207: Liverpool the biggest challengers to Man City dominance

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 10:27:39 GMT

Eamon is joined by Liam Brady and John Giles to discuss the opening weekend of the Premier League season, and it looks like Liverpool will be Man City's biggest competition when it comes to the title.

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Ep 206: Trump - Unhinged

Tue, 14 Aug 2018 12:51:02 GMT

Unhinged: An Insider Account of the Trump White House is a new book from former Apprentice star and White House adviser Omarosa Manigault Newman.

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Ep 205: Premier League preview

Fri, 10 Aug 2018 10:47:41 GMT

Eamon is joined by Didi Hamann to discuss the return of the Premier League, chatting about Man City, Liverpool, Arsenal, Man Utd and more.

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Ep 204: Mario Rosenstock

Mon, 06 Aug 2018 12:11:58 GMT

In this episode Eamon talks to comedian and actor Mario Rosenstock about his life and work, including his impressions, TV and radio work, and his new show on Today FM.

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Ep 203: In conversation with John Giles – Part 3

Sat, 28 Jul 2018 14:49:29 GMT

In the third part of this career retrospective, Eamon and John discuss his move into working in the media. Despite having no plans to do so, John became a fixture and much loved part of RTE's soccer coverage for almost 30 years.

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Ep 202: The Trump presidency reviewed

Wed, 25 Jul 2018 12:47:50 GMT

Eamon speaks to Niall Stanage of The Hill newspaper in the Washington about the latest developments in the White House, as well as an assessment of the Trump presidency 18 months in.

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Ep 201: Brexit - even the good news is bad

Tue, 24 Jul 2018 13:03:38 GMT

Eamon is joined by Verona Murphy, the President of the Irish Road Haulage Association, to discuss the potential impact on Brexit on the Irish economy.

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Ep 200: In conversation with John Giles – Part 2

Fri, 20 Jul 2018 13:57:33 GMT

Following on from a previous conversation in episode 30, Eamon talks to John Giles about his career in football. The story picks up with John as player manager of Ireland, his troubles with sections of the press, the difficulties of his time as manager of West Brom and lots more.

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Ep 199: Trump's astonishing Helsinki press conference

Tue, 17 Jul 2018 12:47:49 GMT

Donald Trump's press conference in Helsinki, following the summit with Russian president Vladimir Putin, left even the most casual observers aghast. Joining Eamon to discuss that, the ramifications, and perhaps the motivations behind it, is Niall Stanage of The Hill newspaper in Washington.

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Ep 198: France win the World Cup

Mon, 16 Jul 2018 09:45:32 GMT

Eamon and John Giles discuss the World Cup final which saw France defeat Croatia 4-2 in Moscow. As well as that, there's a recap of the tournament as a whole, England's impact, Neymar's performances and much more.

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Ep 197: World Cup final preview

Fri, 13 Jul 2018 13:25:18 GMT

Eamon is joined by Liam Brady and John Giles to look ahead to Sunday's World Cup final between France and Croatia. Also, what went wrong for England, and is this tournament something they can build on, or a big opportunity missed?

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Ep 196: Trump heads to Europe

Tue, 10 Jul 2018 12:44:01 GMT

Ahead of Donald Trump's visit to Europe, Eamon talks to Niall Stanage of The Hill newspaper in Washington about the travel plans, Supreme Court appointments, Elton John CDs and much more.

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Ep 195: World Cup semi-finals

Mon, 09 Jul 2018 10:30:17 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles to discuss the latest from the World Cup in Russia, with particular analysis of the semi-finalists: England, Belgium, France and Croatia.

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EP 194: Richard Dunne

Thu, 05 Jul 2018 12:18:06 GMT

Eamon is joined in studio by former Irish international Richard Dunne to chat about his career in football, from Home Farm to Everton, Man City to Aston Villa, his 80 caps for Ireland and much more.

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Ep 193: Mick Clifford, The Disclosures Tribunal, and Varadkar's comments

Wed, 04 Jul 2018 16:34:51 GMT

Eamon is joined by Mick Clifford of the Irish Examiner to discuss the Disclosures Tribunal, the media's role in it, and the comments made about journalism by Taoiseach Leo Varadkar in New York.

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Ep 192: World Cup - Is it coming home?

Wed, 04 Jul 2018 10:22:38 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles to discuss England's penalty shoot-out win over Colombia, as well as the rest of the quarter-final matches. Is football coming home, as the hype around England grows?

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Ep 191: World Cup special

Tue, 03 Jul 2018 10:49:33 GMT

Eamon is joined by Didi Hamann, Liam Brady and John Giles to discuss the goings on at the World Cup in Russia. Kylian Mbappe impresses for France. Are Neymar's antics too much of a distraction for Brazil? And what will happen when England face a good team. All this and much more.

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Ep 190: Niall Stanage

Fri, 29 Jun 2018 13:25:42 GMT

Eamon is joined by Niall Stanage, associate editor of The Hill newspaper to discuss the latest from Washington, the Trump presidency, right-wing influence in Europe, and more.

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Ep 189: World Cup knock-out rounds confirmed

Fri, 29 Jun 2018 11:55:22 GMT

Eamon, John Giles and Liam Brady look forward to knock-out stages of the World Cup now that the fixtures are 100% confirmed. John is still backing Brazil while Liam thinks Croatia are this tournament's dark horses.

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Ep 188: World Cup round-up

Wed, 27 Jun 2018 09:57:46 GMT

Eamon is joined by Didi Hamann and John Giles to discuss the latest from the World Cup in Russia. The group stages are nearly over, and the line-ups for the knock-out rounds are almost complete. On the menu, VAR and its implementation, England's optimism, Messi helps drag Argentina through, Brazil as favourites, France unimpressive, and lots more.

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Ep 187: The Cervical Cancer Debacle

Tue, 26 Jun 2018 10:42:56 GMT

Eamon is joined by the health correspondent of the Sunday Business Post, to discuss the ongoing cervical cancer debacle. What caused it? Have the measures the government and HSE taken been effective? And are the promises made by Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and Minister for Health Simon Harris being kept?

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Ep 186: World Cup round-up

Fri, 22 Jun 2018 13:08:04 GMT

John Giles joins Eamon in studio to discuss the first week of the World Cup, the best games and goals, misplaced English optimism and much more.

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Ep 185: Disclosures Tribunal nears the end

Fri, 22 Jun 2018 12:56:13 GMT

Eamon is joined by Mick Clifford of the Irish Examiner to discuss the closing stages of the Disclosures Tribunal. Bar any last minute additions all the evidence has been heard, and Mick provides his estimate of when the report might be made public.

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Ep 184: Gary Hutch killer convicted

Tue, 19 Jun 2018 12:53:20 GMT

Eamon is joined by Investigations Editor of the Sunday World, Nicola Tallant, to discuss the conviction in Spain of James Quinn for the murder of Gary Hutch. Plus the recent Bray shooting, Pete Taylor's connection to it, and more.

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Ep 183: World Cup Special

Mon, 18 Jun 2018 09:30:36 GMT

Eamon is joined by Didi Hamann and John Giles to discuss the weekend's World Cup action, including Spain, Portugal, Brazil and Neymar, Germany's defeat to Mexico and more – before Eamon makes a bold prediction about England as they prepare to face Tunisia on Monday night.

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Ep 182: The media at the Disclosures Tribunal

Fri, 15 Jun 2018 13:22:58 GMT

The latest module at the Disclosures Tribunal has seen members of the media provide evidence. Mick Clifford of the Irish Examiner is in studio with Eamon to update on what happened and who were the main players.

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Ep 181: World Cup Special - Spanish crisis

Fri, 15 Jun 2018 11:33:57 GMT

On the eve of the World Cup Spain fired their manager, Julen Lopetegui, after he was announced as the new head coach of Real Madrid. Eamon is joined by Richard Fitzpatrick and John Giles to get the background and insight into this remarkable development for one of the tournament favourites.

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Ep 180: Football – Live in Cork with Tesco Finest

Thu, 14 Jun 2018 12:58:20 GMT

To celebrate the new partnership between The Stand and Tesco Finest, Eamon, John Giles, Liam Brady and Didi Hamann did a live show in St Peter's in Cork.

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Ep 179: Little Rocket Man, Big Rocket Man

Wed, 13 Jun 2018 12:51:34 GMT

After the meeting with Kim Jong-un in Singapore this week, Eamon is joined by Niall Stanage to discuss the implications of that showdown, the US President's willingness to entertain a despot while simultaneously criticising supposed allies, his championing of Russia and much more.

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Ep 178: Mick Clifford – Disclosures Tribunal overview

Sat, 09 Jun 2018 07:46:02 GMT

Recorded in front of a live studio audience, Eamon chats to Mick Clifford about the Disclosures Tribunal, Mick's own experience of giving evidence, what it says about the establishment in Ireland and lots more.

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Ep 177: Simon Carswell on David Drumm and Anglo

Thu, 07 Jun 2018 10:16:08 GMT

Former Chief Executive of Anglo Irish Bank David Drumm was found guilty of conspiracy to defraud and of false accounting at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court yesterday.

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Ep 176: Robert Ballagh

Tue, 05 Jun 2018 13:03:07 GMT

Eamon is joined in studio by artist, painter and designer, Robert Ballagh. They discuss growing up in Dublin, his career in the arts from music to painting, Charles Haughey, Robert's republicanism and much more.

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Ep 175: Another wild week in Washington

Fri, 01 Jun 2018 12:34:21 GMT

Trade tariffs, Kim Kardashian, Roseanne Barr's racism, and presidential pardons are on the agenda as Eamon gets the latest from Washington DC with Niall Stanage.

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Ep 174: Football bonus episode

Fri, 01 Jun 2018 11:54:40 GMT

Zinedine Zidane won his third successive Champions League with Real Madrid last week, but yesterday stepped down from his role as manager. Eamon talks to journalist Richard Fitzpatrick about that decision, the repercussions for the club and an ageing squad, and there's an update on the future of Gareth Bale amid Man United interest.

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Ep 173: Italian crisis pushes EU to the brink

Wed, 30 May 2018 08:12:07 GMT

Eamon is joined in studio by economist Jim Power to discuss the crisis in Italy, how it might affect Ireland the danger it poses to the European Union.

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Ep 172: Champions League final review

Mon, 28 May 2018 10:01:39 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles to review Saturday night's Champions League final which saw Real Madrid beat Liverpool 3-1, in no small part because of mistakes by goalkeeper Loris Karius. John recalls his playing career and how another error-prone keeper cost Leeds games and trophies, Eamon questions Klopp, and both declare Gareth Bale's first goal one of the best ever.

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Ep 171: Disclosures Tribunal update

Fri, 25 May 2018 14:36:56 GMT

Eamon is joined by special correspondent for the Irish Examiner, Mick Clifford, to get the latest from the ongoing Disclosures Tribunal.

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Ep 170: Champions League final preview

Fri, 25 May 2018 10:31:50 GMT

Eamon chats to John Giles and Liam Brady about the Champions League final between Liverpool and Real Madrid in Kiev on Saturday night. He's also joined from Spain by journalist Richard Fitzpatrick who reveals the Spaniards are very confident of winning their third consecutive Champions League.

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Ep 169: Niall Stanage on Trump and North Korea

Wed, 23 May 2018 12:46:43 GMT

Niall Stanage of the Hill newspaper in Washington joins Eamon to discuss Donald Trump's u-turn on North Korea, as well as his rift with Europe.

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Ep 168: Former commissioner Callinan takes the stand

Fri, 18 May 2018 12:02:26 GMT

Mick Clifford is in studio to provide the latest from the Disclosures Tribunal as former Garda commissioner Martin Callinan takes to the stand to provide his evidence.

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Ep 166: Premier League review & FA Cup final preview

Wed, 16 May 2018 10:08:24 GMT

Eamon is joined by Liam Brady and John Giles to look back at the Premier League season, which saw Man City end up overwhelming champions. They discuss City, United, Chelsea, Liverpool and Spurs, while Liam reacts to the speculation surrounding Mikel Arteta as Arsene Wenger's replacement, before a quick look ahead to Saturday's FA Cup final.

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Ep 165: Mick Clifford

Fri, 11 May 2018 10:37:42 GMT

Did the missing laptops and phones hold secrets about Maurice McCabe? Mick Clifford of the Irish Examiner with the latest from the Disclosures Tribunal.

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Ep 164: Eddie Molloy on the Irish culture of impunity

Wed, 09 May 2018 12:44:58 GMT

After the story involving Vicky Phelan broke and caused outrage, Eddie Molloy argues that the culture of impunity will remain as long as people are not held personally accountable for their actions, and that because of this the next scandal is never far away.

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Ep 163: Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize!

Tue, 08 May 2018 12:46:59 GMT

Eamon is joined by Niall Stanage of The Hill newspaper for the latest from Washington. Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, Rudy Giuliani goes off-message, the US embassy in Jerusalem, the Iran deal and more.

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Ep 162: Liam Brady on Arsène Wenger's departure & the Champions League Semi-Finals

Thu, 03 May 2018 12:53:34 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles and Liam Brady to discuss Arsène Wenger's departure from Arsenal and their views on the Champions League semi-finals.

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Ep 161: Nicola Tallant on a new generation of Limerick gangs

Tue, 01 May 2018 10:10:07 GMT

Eamon is joined in studio by Nicola Tallant to discuss the new generation of criminal gangs in Limerick who threaten the success of the regeneration project in the city.

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Ep 160: Sam Smyth

Wed, 25 Apr 2018 13:58:35 GMT

In studio with Eamon is journalist Sam Smyth, who talks about the changing face of the industry, losing his jobs with the Irish Independent and Today FM, as well as being one of the INM 19.

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Ep 159: Spurs going nowhere + Champions League and Arsene Wenger

Tue, 24 Apr 2018 10:00:47 GMT

Eamon is joined by Didi Hamann and John Giles to discuss the FA Cup which saw Spurs lose a record eighth consecutive semi-final. Has Mauricio Pochettino taken them as far as he can? Then there's a look ahead to the Champions League semi-finals, in particular Liverpool v Roma, and some Arsene Wenger after the Arsenal manager announced his intention to step down at the end of the season.

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Ep 158: BP Fallon on The Rolling Stones and Big Tom

Sat, 21 Apr 2018 12:13:42 GMT

The Rolling Stones are coming to Dublin, and in studio to discuss their work, their life, their enduring legacy and their continued presence on the road is BP Fallon, who knows the band well. Will he be going? Listen to find out.

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Ep 157: Mick Clifford on the INM controversy

Fri, 20 Apr 2018 09:58:48 GMT

As well as providing the latest from the Disclosures Tribunal, Mick Clifford of the Irish Examiner joins Eamon to discuss the ongoing and evolving controversy involving Independent News and Media (INM) and the people involved.

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Ep 156: Trump, Comey and continuing chaos in the White House

Wed, 18 Apr 2018 15:11:08 GMT

Eamon is joined by by Niall Stanage of The Hill newspaper to discuss the latest from Washington as Donald Trump is irritated by James Comey, Mike Pompeu makes a breakthrough in North Korea, and how Emmanuel Macron might have the right approach when it comes to the US President.

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Ep 155: Man City win the Premier League

Tue, 17 Apr 2018 10:17:41 GMT

Eamon is joined by Liam Brady and John Giles to discuss Man City winning the Premier League, the job Pep Guardiola has done, and the problems and issues at the rest of the top six clubs. There's discussion of Paul Pogba, Harry Kane, Antonio Conte and much more, as well as a quick look ahead to the Champions League semi-finals

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Ep 154: Alarming evidence at the Disclosures Tribunal

Fri, 13 Apr 2018 12:10:57 GMT

Eamon is joined by Mick Clifford of the Irish Examiner to discuss the astonishing evidence produced at the Disclosures Tribunal, as well as the latest on the INM data breach scandal.

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Ep 153: Zuckerberg talks to Congress, Trump talks war

Thu, 12 Apr 2018 12:48:19 GMT

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has appeared before the US congress to answer questions about Facebook, privacy issues, Cambridge Analytica and more, while Donald Trump has been using Twitter to threaten Syria with missile strikes. Niall Stanage joins Eamon from Washington for the latest on both those stories.

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Ep 152: How Rory McIlroy lost the Masters

Wed, 11 Apr 2018 12:03:25 GMT

Rory McIlroy missed a great chance to win the Masters last weekend, losing out to the hugely unpopular Patrick Reed. Eamon is joined by Gary Murphy to talk about Reed's character and why he's so disliked, as well as McIlroy's performance on the final day, potential caddy issues and lots more.

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Ep 151: Champions League preview special

Tue, 10 Apr 2018 09:20:30 GMT

Man City face Liverpool in the Champions League tonight, looking to overturn the 3-0 deficit from the first leg. Eamon is joined by John Giles and Didi Hamann to discuss the possibility of that happening, the importance of mentality on big European nights, the players who might make the difference and more.

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Ep 150: The crisis at Independent Newspapers

Thu, 05 Apr 2018 10:23:19 GMT

Mick Clifford of the Irish Examiner joins Eamon to talk discuss the ongoing situation surrounding an alleged data breach at Independent News & Media (INM)which is currently being investigated byThe Data Protection Commissioner. What are the implications for the group, and for the so-called INM 19 who were the apparent focus of that breach?

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Ep 149: No Pep in City's step - Champions League special

Thu, 05 Apr 2018 10:10:09 GMT

Liam Brady and John Giles join Eamon to discuss the week's Champions League action, especially Liverpool's 3-0 win over Man City on Wednesday night. Eamon gets to say 'I told you so' over City's defending, John isn't having that, and Liam believes the absence of Sergio Aguero was a big factor. Plus Ronaldo's amazing goal, and more.

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Ep 148: Christy Dignam - the full story

Wed, 04 Apr 2018 11:11:33 GMT

In this episode, Eamon is joined by singer and songwriter Christy Dignam to talk about his life and career, from the big hits with Aslan, to getting fired by the band; his battle with drugs and cancer, surviving abuse, finding happiness, and what he's learned along the way.

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Ep 147: A conservative view

Fri, 30 Mar 2018 10:41:57 GMT

Sunday Times columnist Cormac Lucey chats to Eamon about the impact of Brexit, the Irish economy, and the danger to our corporate tax regime.

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Ep 145: Michael O'Flynn not optimistic on the housing crisis

Tue, 27 Mar 2018 12:06:58 GMT

In this episode property developer and builder, Michael O'Flynn, tells Eamon why he feels there's no good news on the housing front, the measures that could be taken to benefit consumers, dealing with NAMA, worries about a lack of people in the building trade, and lots more.

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Ep 144: Trump on the attack

Thu, 22 Mar 2018 12:52:22 GMT

Donald Trump has gone on the offensive, responding to perceived attacks from Special Prosecutor Robert Mueller, and former vice-President Joe Biden. Niall Stanage joins Eamon to discuss that, Steve Bannon's role in the Cambridge Analytica/Facebook scandal, and all the White House latest.

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Ep 143: Mourinho proves his critics right

Tue, 20 Mar 2018 11:24:17 GMT

Eamon is joined by Liam Brady to discuss Jose Mourinho's increasingly erratic behaviour at Man Utd. His press conference antics and public castigation of Luke Shaw reinforce Liam's belief that he's the wrong man for the job. There's also a look at Alexis Sanchez's struggles since moving to Manchester, the Champions League quarter-final draw and more.

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Ep 141: More mayhem in the White House

Wed, 14 Mar 2018 15:57:44 GMT

Another week, more madness in the White House as Secretary of State, Rex Tillerson, got fired by Twitter. Niall Stanage of The Hill joins Eamon to discuss that, the replacements, and the increasingly erratic behaviour of Donald Trump.

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Ep 140: Mourinho's Champions League failure

Wed, 14 Mar 2018 12:01:05 GMT

Things get hot and heavy between Eamon, John Giles and Didi Hamann as they discuss Manchester United's Champions League exit to Sevilla, Jose Mourinho's team selections, Paul Pogba, and much more

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Ep 139: Gordon D'Arcy

Tue, 13 Mar 2018 11:42:15 GMT

Eamon is joined by former Irish rugby international Gordon D'Arcy who talks about his career, the lessons he learned along the way, dressing room dynamics, the importance of character, concerns of injuries in the game, and lots more.

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Ep 138: The Donald, the trade war, and the porn star

Sat, 10 Mar 2018 13:57:51 GMT

Eamon is joined by Niall Stanage from Washington, and in studio by economist Jim Power, to discuss Donald Trump's trade war, the effect it may have on the American and world economy, and the ongoing saga involving porn star Stormy Daniels.

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Ep 137: Mick Clifford - Turning tragedy into farce?

Fri, 09 Mar 2018 12:50:58 GMT

Eamon is joined by Mick Clifford for the latest from the Disclosure's Tribunal in the week that Maurice McCabe gave evidence.

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Ep 136: Italian voters reject Europe and their own elite

Tue, 06 Mar 2018 10:36:29 GMT

Eamon is joined by Paddy Agnew from Italy to discuss the extraordinary outcome of the Italian general election, and the repercussions it might have for that country and for Europe.

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Ep 135: It's the end for Arsene Wenger

Tue, 27 Feb 2018 11:19:57 GMT

Eamon is joined by Didi Hamann and John Giles to discuss the Carabao Cup final and the now apparently inevitable end to Arsene Wenger's reign at Arsenal. They also chat Liverpool, Chelsea, the Champions League and John takes Eamon to task over his dismissal of Man City's defending.

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Ep 134: Niall Stanage from Washington

Tue, 20 Feb 2018 16:49:25 GMT

Eamon is joined by Niall Stanage of the The Hill newspaper in Washington for the latest from the Robert Mueller probe into Russia interference in the election, the reaction to the mass shooting in Florida, and more.

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Ep 131: Housing crisis – the truth behind the slogans

Fri, 16 Feb 2018 13:27:29 GMT

Eamon is joined by Karl Deeter of Irish Mortgage Brokers to look at the issue of housing in Ireland, and why perhaps all is not quite as as cut and dry as it seems.

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Ep 129: Mick Clifford on the Disclosures Tribunal

Tue, 13 Feb 2018 11:07:15 GMT

Eamon is joined by Mick Clifford of the Irish Examiner to get the latest from the Disclosures Tribunal, the potential fallout, media involvement and more.

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Ep 128: Conor Brady on newspapers and the guards

Fri, 09 Feb 2018 12:19:38 GMT

Eamon is joined by Conor Brady, former editor of the Irish Times, to discuss a lifetime working in newspapers and what the future holds for the industry. He also discusses the role of the Gardai in Irish society, and more

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Ep 127: Football – the battle for the top four, and much more

Wed, 07 Feb 2018 18:10:44 GMT

Liam Brady, John Giles and Eamon have a robust debate as they agree to disagree on a number of Premier League issues, including Guardiola, Pogba and Klopp, as well as who'll finish in the top four – the gloves come off!

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Ep 126: Trump v the FBI - a fight to the death

Tue, 06 Feb 2018 13:55:49 GMT

Niall Stanage of The Hill newspaper in Washington joins Eamon for the latest on Donald Trump, the Robert Mueller led FBI investigation, the Dow Jones slump, and more.

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Ep 125: A passionate defence of Pep Guardiola

Fri, 02 Feb 2018 12:34:55 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles to discuss the end of the transfer window, the first signs of Arsene Wenger's power at Arsenal being diluted, Paul Pogba's below par performance against Spurs, and John disagrees with Eamon over the performance of Pep at Man City.

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Ep 124: The year of the the Donald

Tue, 30 Jan 2018 15:37:46 GMT

As Donald Trump prepares to make his state of the union speech, Eamon and Niall Stanage of The Hill newspaper in Washington 'celebrate' the first year of his presidency, compare him to previous presidents, discuss the Russia probe, the work he's done, and much more.

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Ep 123: The long, lonely road of Maurice McCabe

Tue, 30 Jan 2018 11:07:38 GMT

Mick Clifford of the Irish Examiner discusses the treatment of Sergeant Maurice McCabe and his grotesque treatment as the Disclosures Tribunal continues at Dublin Castle.

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Ep 122: The Dapper Don is finished

Thu, 25 Jan 2018 11:22:54 GMT

Nicola Tallant, Investigations Editor with the Sunday World, with the latest on the Hutch - Kinahan feud, more murders, their middle-eastern difficulties, and more.

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Ep 121: Liverpool do it again

Tue, 23 Jan 2018 11:58:49 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles and Didi Hamann to discuss Liverpool's defeat to Swansea, the Alexis Sanchez move from Arsenal to Man Utd and the Gunners interest in Borussia Dortmund striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, and the two guests disagree with Eamon's opinion of Pep Guardiola and his Man City team.

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Ep 120: Eddie Hobbs

Fri, 19 Jan 2018 14:36:06 GMT

Warning: Clear your debt and buy gold. Eddie Hobbs looks to the past to understand the future.

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Ep 119: The crisis at Real Madrid with Richard Fitzpatrick

Fri, 19 Jan 2018 11:55:41 GMT

What is going on at Real Madrid this season? Currently 19 points behind Barcelona, and lying 4th in the table, with Zinedine Zidane under real pressure, and Cristiano Ronaldo suffering his worst season ever for goalscoring, things are a mess. Eamon is joined by Spanish based sports writer Richard Fitzpatrick to discuss.

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Ep 118: Mick Clifford on the Disclosures Tribunal

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 12:37:23 GMT

Eamon is joined by the Irish Examiner's Mick Clifford to discuss the latest from the Disclosure's Tribunal, including the close links between the Garda Commissioner and the Minister for Justice

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Ep 117: From Charleton to Bannon

Fri, 12 Jan 2018 11:06:59 GMT

In this two part edition, Eamon is joined by Mick Clifford of the Irish Examiner to hear the latest from the Charleton Tribunal, and then, from Washington, Niall Stange of The Hill reports on what has been a difficult week for Steve Bannon.

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Ep 116: Alice Leahy on the homeless crisis

Wed, 10 Jan 2018 13:20:28 GMT

Alice Leahy is Director of Services at the Alice Leahy Trust - a non-judgemental, befriending, social and health service for people who are homeless. She tells Eamon about her life in that service, how and why things are worse than ever, and what needs to be done about it.

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Ep 115: Fire and Fury

Fri, 05 Jan 2018 15:04:10 GMT

Niall Stanage reports on the explosive new book that has raised the most serious questions yet about the Trump presidency.

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Ep 114: City for the title, Mourinho for Paris

Fri, 05 Jan 2018 12:44:38 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles to discuss the festive Premier League drama, including Mourinho's 'vicious' comments about Paul Scholes, Antonio Conte's uncertain Chelsea future, the return to form of Jack Wilshere, and more.

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Ep 113: Robert Fisk on Trump and the Middle East

Thu, 28 Dec 2017 11:33:31 GMT

Eamon is joined by journalist Robert Fisk to talk about the crisis in Syria, Donald Trump, and the ongoing issues in the Middle East.

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Ep 112: Paul Kimmage on Chris Froome

Fri, 22 Dec 2017 08:33:57 GMT

Eamon is joined by Paul Kimmage to discuss the ongoing Chris Froome story, and asks when does use of medicine become performance enhancing?

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Ep 111: Simon Carswell - a reporter's story from Anglo to Washington

Tue, 19 Dec 2017 12:36:56 GMT

Eamon chats to Irish Times journalist Simon Carswell about his career, from the banking crisis, Obama's second term, Trump's election and beyond.

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Ep 110: Man City's dominance continues, but can they win the Champions League?

Thu, 14 Dec 2017 11:44:05 GMT

Eamon is joined by Liam Brady and John Giles to talk about Man City's dominance of the Premier League, but the panel differ over whether Pep Guardiola's side can go all the way in Europe. There's also discussion of Man Utd, Chelsea and Arsenal, and a look at the Champions League draw.

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Ep 109: Bertie Ahern on Brexit

Tue, 12 Dec 2017 12:35:21 GMT

Eamon is joined by former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern who discusses Brexit, the perils of negotiating with a divided British government, and why Leo Varadkar must use Ireland's veto.

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Ep 108: Trump on a roll

Thu, 07 Dec 2017 13:41:43 GMT

The latest from Washington with Niall Stanage. Up for discussion Donald Trump's decision to move the US embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, the ongoing Michael Flynn investigation, and the president's backing Roy Moore in Alabama.

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Ep 107: Katy French – Death and drugs, then and now

Tue, 05 Dec 2017 11:09:26 GMT

Its 10 years since model Katy French fell victim to cocaine and the Celtic Tiger party. Eamon is joined by Investigations Editor with the Sunday World, Nicola Tallant, to discuss what a grip the drug had on society back then, how it has made millions for the drug gangs, and where we are today as the deadly feud between the Hutch & Kinahan continues.

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Ep 106: Joe Brolly uncut

Fri, 01 Dec 2017 16:32:23 GMT

Eamon is joined by Joe Brolly to talk about growing up in Derry, the GAA and its role in the community, commercialism, politics, and much more.

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Ep 105: Frances Fitzgerald on the brink

Tue, 28 Nov 2017 11:18:03 GMT

Eamon is joined by the Irish Examiner's Mick Clifford to discuss the ongoing crisis in justice that may bring down the government

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Ep 104: Stick or twist with Martin O'Neill?

Fri, 24 Nov 2017 11:39:51 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to talk about Irish football and the future of Martin O'Neill. Is it time for a change, or stay with more of the same? There's also Premier League discussion, and the possibility of an English winner of the Champions League this season.

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Ep 103: Father Peter McVerry on his despair at the government's approach to the housing crisis

Tue, 21 Nov 2017 13:14:32 GMT

Eamon is joined by Father Peter McVerry to talk about his tireless crusade for the homeless of Ireland and his growing despair at the government's response.

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Ep 102: Life inside the White House press room

Thu, 16 Nov 2017 13:48:20 GMT

Eamon is joined in studio by Niall Stanage, White House reporter for The Hill newspaper in Washington DC. On the agenda, Donald Trump, Hilary Clinton, Republicans, Democrats and lots more.

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Ep 101: Are we going to Russia?

Mon, 13 Nov 2017 10:44:34 GMT

Eamon is joined by Liam Brady and John Giles to discuss the 0-0 draw with Denmark on Saturday night, the second leg at the Aviva on Tuesday, and to assess the chances of qualification for the World Cup in Russia next summer.

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Ep 100: The battle for the soul of An Garda Síochána

Fri, 10 Nov 2017 12:05:25 GMT

Good cop, bad cop. Eamon is joined by Mick Clifford of the Irish Examiner to discuss the two sides of An Garda Síochána.

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Ep 98: All the President's Men Face Criminal Charges

Tue, 31 Oct 2017 14:03:52 GMT

The Hill's Niall Stanage joins Eamon to give the latest from the White House press room.

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Ep 97: Didi Hamann on Bayern Munich's Situation & the Problems at Liverpool

Fri, 27 Oct 2017 11:33:31 GMT

Eamon is joined by Didi Hamann to to chat about the latest developments at Bayern Munich and Liverpool.

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Ep 96: David Hall, CEO of Irish Mortgage Holders, on Ireland's Delinquent Bankers

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 12:03:09 GMT

David Hall is a campaigner, CEO of the Irish Mortage Holders Association and founder of New Beginnings, which set out to guide people through the economic crisis. He joins Eamon to dissect the origins of tracker mortgages and how Shane Ross, once poacher of Ireland's delinquent bankers has become the least vocal.

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Ep 95: Colm Tóibín on the Crisis in Catalonia

Fri, 20 Oct 2017 13:24:19 GMT

Colm Tóibín first went to Barcelona in 1975 as a 20-year-old (two months before the death of General Franco). He stayed for three years, working as a teacher and returned many times over the years, writing about his love affair with the region in his book Homage to Barcelona. In this episode, he joins Eamon to give an insight into the current situation in the region.

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Ep 94: Liverpool and Manchester United's Disappointing Stalemate

Tue, 17 Oct 2017 11:55:23 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles and Liam Brady to discuss the latest Premier League games.

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Ep 93: Donald Trump - How to Lose Friends & Make More Enemies

Fri, 13 Oct 2017 13:33:54 GMT

The Hill's White House reporter, Niall Stanage, reports on the ever darkening mood in Washington.

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Ep 92: Clare Daly - A Radical View of Ireland

Tue, 10 Oct 2017 11:11:30 GMT

As independent socialist TD for North Dublin, Clare Daly has been one of the most effective members of the Irish government in recent times. She joins Eamon to talk about her life in politics and view on contemporary Ireland.

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Ep 91: Lessons from Moldova, a Lifeline from Scotland and Everything to Play for in Cardiff

Mon, 09 Oct 2017 11:10:46 GMT

John Giles, Liam Brady and Eamon review Ireland's win against Moldova and preview the Ireland vs. Wales match.

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Ep 90: Tony Connelly on Brexit & All You Need to Know About the UK Leaving the EU

Fri, 06 Oct 2017 11:51:37 GMT

Tony Connelly is the Europe Editor for RTÉ News, based in Brussels. His latest book "Brexit & Ireland: The Dangers, The Stories & The Inside Story of the Response" is available at all good book shops now.

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Ep 89: Guardiola Wins the Battle of Wits & Liverpool Fluff Their Lines Again

Tue, 03 Oct 2017 11:36:53 GMT

A Premier League review special with Liam Brady and John Giles.

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Ep 88: Paul Howard on 20 Years of Ross O'Carroll Kelly

Fri, 29 Sep 2017 10:42:40 GMT

The brilliant writer, humourist and journalist, Paul Howard joins Eamon to talk about creating character Ross O'Carroll Kelly and his latest outing in the instant bestseller 'Operation Trumpsformation'.

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Ep 87: Official Ireland's Campaign to Destroy Sgt. Maurice McCabe

Tue, 26 Sep 2017 11:32:17 GMT

Mick Clifford, special correspondent for the Irish Examiner, tells the story of an honest cop in his new book, 'A Force for Justice: The Maurice McCabe Story'.

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Ep 86: Conor McGregor - Paul Kimmage on the Fascinating Story Behind the Hype

Thu, 21 Sep 2017 19:27:19 GMT

Paul Kimmage joins Eamon to discuss Ireland's 'most famous sportsman'.

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Ep 85: Hillary by the Book

Tue, 19 Sep 2017 11:34:44 GMT

Eamon is joined from Washington by Niall Stanage of The Hill to discuss Hillary Clinton's new book and Donald Trump's latest play.

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Ep 84: Eamon and John Giles on the Premier League

Tue, 19 Sep 2017 10:43:32 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles to discuss the Premier League weekend, including Arsenal's 0-0 draw with Chelsea, impressive wins for both Manchester sides and more defensive troubles for Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool.

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Ep 83: Karl Deeter - Refunds, Rebates and Shopping Around

Fri, 15 Sep 2017 11:51:41 GMT

Financial advisor and analyst Karl Deeter talks about 'This Book is Worth €25,000', the book he co-wrote with Charlie Weston. He also talks about coping with the housing crisis.

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Ep 82: Oliver Callan

Tue, 12 Sep 2017 14:29:22 GMT

Oliver Callan is a satirist and impressionist, whose show Callan's Kicks is broadcast on RTE Radio 1. He chats to Eamon about growing up in Monaghan, his desire to hit the big city, his early radio career, how Gerry Ryan gave him his big break and lots more besides.

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Ep 81: Eamon, John and Liam on the Premier League weekend

Tue, 12 Sep 2017 10:14:25 GMT

John Giles and Liam Brady join Eamon to discuss the weekend's Premier League action, including Liverpool's big defeat to Man City, defensive deficiencies at the big teams, Frank de Boer's short reign at Crystal Palace, and all agree it's hard to pick a potential champion at this point.

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Ep 80: Ireland - A Socialist View

Fri, 08 Sep 2017 14:25:43 GMT

Brendan Ogle is the education and political officer in the Unite Trade Union and one of the most formidable activists on the left of Irish politics. He joins Eamon to discuss his life as a trade unionist and the current state of Irish politics.

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Ep 79: A Humbling in Tbilisi

Tue, 05 Sep 2017 15:06:45 GMT

Eamon and the panel discuss philosophy, leadership and look ahead to a massive game against Serbia.

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Ep 78: The Housing Crisis - No End in Sight

Fri, 01 Sep 2017 09:50:45 GMT

Professor Michelle Norris is Head of School of Social Policy, Social Work and Social Justice at UCD. She joins Eamon on the podcast to discuss the ongoing housing crisis in Ireland.

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Ep 77: Abortion - A Pro Life View with Maria Steen

Tue, 29 Aug 2017 11:57:32 GMT

Eamon is joined by Maria Steen of think tank and advocacy group the Iona Institute to discuss her pro life view.

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Ep 76: Nicola Tallant on the Brutal Murder of a Mother of Six

Fri, 25 Aug 2017 08:21:01 GMT

On August 16, Antoinette Corbally was machine gunned down outside the Ballymun house where she was staying. Nicola Tallant, investigations editor at the Sunday World, joins Eamon to talk about this crime and the latest in the Kinahan-Hutch Feud.

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Ep 75: Is Pep Guardiola a Mad Scientist?

Tue, 22 Aug 2017 11:46:34 GMT

Didi Hamann, Liam Brady and John Giles join Eamon for a round-up of the latest Premier League games and Eamon apologises to a disgruntled Spurs fan. If you have any comments for the lads, send them into thestandwitheamondunphy@gmail.com

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Ep 74: Ireland - A Conservative View

Fri, 18 Aug 2017 08:50:17 GMT

Eamon is joined by Cormac Lucey, a chartered accountant, Sunday Times economics columnist and former advisor to Michael McDowell.

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Ep 73: Brady, Hamann & Giles on the Premier League Weekend

Tue, 15 Aug 2017 13:32:33 GMT

Eamon is joined by Liam Brady, Didi Hamann and John Giles to look at the first Premier League weekend of the season.

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Ep 72: The Premier League Preview

Fri, 11 Aug 2017 08:34:59 GMT

Eamon is joined this week by John Giles and Liam Brady to talk about their predictions for the Premier League. It doesn't look good for Manchester United.

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Ep 71: Robert Fisk on War, 40 Years in Beirut and Trump (Repeat)

Tue, 08 Aug 2017 08:56:47 GMT

The writer and foreign correspondent Robert Fisk joins Eamon to discuss his journalism career, the Middle East and what impact the new American president may have.

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Ep 70: Paul Kimmage - Hunting Lance Armstrong (Repeat)

Fri, 04 Aug 2017 10:09:13 GMT

Eamon speaks to Paul Kimmage about life as a cyclist, the pressure to take performance enhancing drugs in professional cycling and the Armstrong saga. This episode originally aired in December 2016 as a two-parter.

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Ep 69: In Conversation with Stephen Rae

Tue, 01 Aug 2017 09:48:36 GMT

Stephen Rae is one of this island's best known actors. He joins Eamon to talk about his life and illustrious film, TV and theatre career.

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Ep 68: Trump, Russia and the Looming US Constitutional Crisis

Wed, 26 Jul 2017 17:15:12 GMT

The Hill's Niall Stanage returns to The Stand to discuss the latest developments in US politics.

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Ep 67: Disclosures Tribunal - A Special with Mick Clifford

Mon, 24 Jul 2017 11:09:34 GMT

As the Charleton Tribunal enters its fourth week, Mick Clifford reports on the latest information to emerge from the inquiry.

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Ep 66: In Conversation with Ronan O'Gara

Fri, 21 Jul 2017 12:11:39 GMT

Eamon is joined by the rugby legend Ronan O'Gara for an in-depth conversation about his life and career.

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Ep 65: Kevin Myers - The Man Behind the Byline

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 13:07:30 GMT

Eamon is joined by the writer and journalist Kevin Myers to discuss his career from working as a correspondent in Northern Ireland and the Middle East, writing An Irishman's Diary in the Irish Times for more than 20 years and dedicating himself to preserving the memory of the Irishmen who died in both World Wars.

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Ep 64: Exclusive - The Latest in Donald Trump's Crazy World

Thu, 13 Jul 2017 12:50:21 GMT

Eamon is joined by Niall Stanage, the associate editor of The Hill newspaper, for the latest on Donald Trump.

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Ep 63: Mick Clifford on the Extraordinary Evidence at the Charleton Tribunal

Tue, 11 Jul 2017 07:34:15 GMT

Eamon is joined by Mick Clifford, the Irish Examiner's special correspondent, for an in-depth look at the evidence from the first module of the Charleton Tribunal.

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Ep 62: Emmet Kirwan on Heartbreak, Riot and Leading the Rise in Spoken Word

Fri, 07 Jul 2017 10:56:44 GMT

Emmet Kirwan is Ireland's most exciting young actor, writer and spoken word artist. His show 'Dublin Old School', which he wrote and starred in, has sold out several runs in Dublin, Edinburgh and The National in London and is being adapted into a feature film. He is currently starring in 'Riot' at Vicar Street with THISISPOPBABY, where he performs 'Heartbreak', a poem he wrote about a teenage girl who gets pregnant. For tickets to Riot (6th-8th July), visit www.ticketmaster.ie/promo/xdkiio

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Ep 61: Lennon to Bowie, Bono to Dylan - BP Fallon on his life in rock n' roll

Tue, 04 Jul 2017 12:54:18 GMT

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Ep 60: Johnny Murtagh - A Champion's Tale

Fri, 30 Jun 2017 09:22:02 GMT

Ahead of Irish Derby weekend, Eamon speaks to Johnny Murtagh, four time winner of the race.

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Ep 59: Seán Boylan - An Irish Life from the RA to the GAA

Tue, 27 Jun 2017 09:20:05 GMT

Eamon is joined by one of the great Irish men, Seán Boylan. They talk about Seán's father's involvement in the Irish independence movement, his own career in Gaelic football and his following a calling to become a traditional medical herbalist.

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Ep 58: The Brutal Torture of Sgt. Maurice McCabe

Fri, 23 Jun 2017 11:41:44 GMT

Mick Clifford, special correspondent at the Irish Examiner, speaks to Eamon about the task facing the Charleton Tribunal.

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Ep 57: Going Against the Grain - Fathers4Justice

Tue, 20 Jun 2017 12:11:30 GMT

Last Sunday was Father's Day, a day when many children affirm love and appreciation for dad. For many men who have restricted access to children or no access at all, Father's Day is a poignant reminder of loss. Fathers4Justice is a campaigning group founded to challenge the bias against men, inherent in family law in Ireland and UK. Matt O'Connor is its founder. He joins Eamon to speak about the work the group do.

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Ep 56: Colm Tóibín on his new novel 'House of Names'

Fri, 16 Jun 2017 08:54:45 GMT

Eamon is joined by the novelist, playwright and poet, Colm Tóibín to discuss his latest novel 'House of Names'. The book has been described by The Guardian as "a brilliant retelling of a Greek tragedy" and, on the podcast, Tóibín explains how modern day terror prompted him to write the novel.

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Ep 55: Geoffrey Wheatcroft on the Tory crisis + John Giles on Ireland's draw with Austria

Tue, 13 Jun 2017 11:19:35 GMT

Geoffrey Wheatcroft talks about the crisis for the Tories, the dangers of the DUP/Tory alliance, and Boris Johnson’s dubious character. John Giles on Ireland’s 1-1 draw with Australia, and why Gareth Southgate didn’t need to go commando.

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Ep 54: Donald Trump - Victim or Villain?

Fri, 09 Jun 2017 11:46:40 GMT

In the first part of the show, Eamon is joined by John Waters to discuss his view on Donald Trump. In the second part of the show, The Hill columnist Niall Stanage gives a special report on James Comey's testimony from the White House press room.

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Ep 53: Security Analyst Tom Clonan on the New Terrorist Threat Facing Ireland

Tue, 06 Jun 2017 12:15:36 GMT

In the wake of the latest terror attack on London on June 3rd, Eamon is joined by Dr. Tom Clonan, the Irish Times Security Analyst and former army officer. They discuss how Ireland is not prepared for an attack like the London one.

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Ep 52: NAMA - The Institution that Answers to No One

Fri, 02 Jun 2017 11:14:10 GMT

Jim Power is Chief Economist at Friends First and a columnist at the Irish Examiner. He joins Eamon to talk about NAMA.

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Ep 51: The Shocking Truth Behind Seán FitzPatrick's Trial

Tue, 30 May 2017 10:41:11 GMT

Tom Lyons is deputy editor of the Sunday Business Post and author of the bestselling 'The FitzPatrick Tapes'. He joins Eamon to for an in-depth discussion of Seán FitzPatrick's trial and its outcome.

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Ep 50: A Trump Special with Niall Stanage

Fri, 26 May 2017 08:36:50 GMT

Niall Stanage is The Hill's White House columnist. He worked for the Sunday Business Post, Magill and Hot Press before emigrating to the United States. The Hill is Washington's biggest selling newspaper and has a large online presence.

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Ep 49: Remembering the Lisbon Lions 50 Years On

Tue, 23 May 2017 11:10:24 GMT

Fifty years ago, a Celtic team, made up of 10 men from a 10-mile radius around Glasgow and one from just 30 miles away, made history when they beat Inter-Milan to win the European Cup in Lisbon. John Giles played against that team and he joins Eamon to discuss the Lisbon Lions, as they came to be known. They also reflect on the Premier League season and name their player of the year and coach of the year.

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Ep 48: Frank Flannery on Enda Kenny, Fine Gael's leadership contest & why Leo Varadkar excites him

Fri, 19 May 2017 12:23:13 GMT

Frank Flannery, Fine Gael stalwart, former Director of Organisation and Strategy, says "Leo Varadkar is the politician that most excites me since Garret Fitzgerald," and gives his verdict on the Kenny era.

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Ep 47: Ronan Lyons on the Reasons for the Housing Crisis and Some Obvious Solutions

Tue, 16 May 2017 14:12:21 GMT

Ronan Lyons is an assistant professor in the Department of Economics at Trinity College Dublin and an economist at Daft.ie where he conducts extensive research into the Irish property market. He joins Eamon to discuss the situation facing renters, first time buyers and homeowners in the current housing crisis and what the government could be doing to remedy it.

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Ep 46: Ken Doherty from Hustler to Champion

Fri, 12 May 2017 10:58:27 GMT

In the second part of this two part interview, Eamon talks to Ken Doherty about making his way up the ranks in Blackpool and the aftermath of his legendary victory in 1997.

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Ep 45: Ken Doherty on the Long Road to Becoming World Champion

Tue, 09 May 2017 11:52:56 GMT

In the first of two part interview, Eamon Dunphy talks to Ken Doherty about the early days of his snooker career up to becoming World Professional Snooker Champion in 1997.

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Ep 44: Ronaldo from Ferguson to Zidane

Fri, 05 May 2017 11:49:01 GMT

Eamon, Liam Brady and John Giles talk about Ronaldo's career to date. They also look at the Joey Barton betting scandal, his 18 month ban and Liam gives the latest on Arsenal.

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Ep 43: Mary Fitzgerald - A Foreign Correspondent's Story

Tue, 02 May 2017 12:23:08 GMT

Mary Fitzgerald is one of Ireland's most distinguished journalists. She joins Eamon to discuss her seven years working for the Irish Times as a roving foreign correspondent and her time spent in Libya during the anti-Gaddafi protests.

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Ep 42: Dr. Peter Boylan Talks Exclusively to The Stand

Fri, 28 Apr 2017 07:49:05 GMT

In an interview with Eamon Dunphy, Dr. Peter Boylan suggests that one of the problems with the National Maternity Hospital project was that Minister Simon Harris was 'looking for a win'. He tells Eamon about his belief that the board was looking for a state of the art facility at any cost and was therefore blinded to the gravity of the situation they now find themselves in.

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Ep 41: Didi Casts Doubts Over Klopp's Approach

Tue, 25 Apr 2017 13:02:25 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles and Didi Hamann to discuss who will win this season's trophies, the good news for Manchester United and whether Guardiola has improved Manchester City or not.

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Ep 40: Conte's Big Mistake Offers Spurs a Lifeline

Fri, 21 Apr 2017 11:45:05 GMT

Eamon is joined by Liam Brady and John Giles to discuss Chelsea v. Man Utd, the decline of Barcelona and Conte's first big mistake. Liam criticises Eamon's depiction of players as donkeys: "it's inappropriate from someone who played for Millwall in a league of donkeys".

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Ep 39: Graeme Souness Looks Back on his Illustrious Playing and Managing Career

Fri, 14 Apr 2017 14:55:53 GMT

Eamon Dunphy in conversation with Liverpool legend Graeme Souness.

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Ep 38: A Manchester United Special with Liam Brady & John Giles

Tue, 11 Apr 2017 10:51:10 GMT

Eamon is joined by Liam and John for an in-depth look at Manchester United's performance this season and what their prospects are under José Mourinho.

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Ep 37: Nicola Tallant, Sunday World Investigations Editor, on the Kinahan-Hutch Feud

Fri, 07 Apr 2017 12:15:22 GMT

Sunday World Investigations Editor, Nicola Tallant, joins Eamon to talk about working as a crime reporter during the deadliest criminal feud in Irish history.

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Ep 36: Dunphy on Why Roy Keane Should Stop Doing Press Conferences Before Ireland Games

Tue, 04 Apr 2017 13:18:33 GMT

Eamon, Liam Brady and John Giles review the weekend's football and preview the critical Premier League matches coming up. Liam thinks Man City are a long way from achieving their goal of winning the Champions League. John says that despite losing at home to Crystal Palace, Chelsea are still in the running to win the Premier League.

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Ep 35: Tom Clonan on the Terror Threat and Ireland's Neutrality in a Dangerous World

Fri, 31 Mar 2017 11:53:14 GMT

Dr. Tom Clonan, security analyst and former Irish Army whistleblower, joins Eamon to talk about Ireland's security in these increasingly dangerous times and the price that whisteblowers continue to pay.

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Ep 34: Deputy John Halligan on the Bus Strike, Shane Ross and Being in Government with Fine Gael

Tue, 28 Mar 2017 12:21:43 GMT

Eamon is joined by Deputy John Halligan, Minister of State for Training and Skills, to talk about the current political climate, the escalating crisis in public transport and what Minister for Transport Shane Ross should be doing about it.

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Ep 33: Ronnie Whelan on Liverpool's Greatest Manager and his Difficult Relationship with Big Jack

Fri, 24 Mar 2017 12:43:01 GMT

Ronnie Whelan joins Eamon to discuss his legendary football career, the tragedies at Heysel and Hillsborough, and playing for the great Bob Paisley during his time at Liverpool.

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Ep 32: The Uncertainty with Wenger

Tue, 21 Mar 2017 11:58:12 GMT

Eamon is joined by Liam Brady and Didi Hamann to discuss Arsenal and Arsène Wenger. "Arsenal should clear up the uncertainty around Wenger's position after the international break and before the next game against Manchester City," says Liam. Both Didi and Liam dismiss Eamon's suggestion that referees should be able to have video assistance for more controversial moments.

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Ep 31: Professor John Crown on the Irish Health Service and Being Forced to Retire at 65

Fri, 17 Mar 2017 13:43:31 GMT

Professor John Crown is Ireland's most eminent consultant oncologist and a former member of the Seanad. He joins Eamon to discuss his career in the American and Irish health services, what politicians should be doing to remedy the situation.

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Ep 30: In Conversation with John Giles

Tue, 14 Mar 2017 13:26:07 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles to talk about his legendary career.

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Ep 29: Didi Hamann on Rafa, Houllier and that Special Night in Istanbul

Fri, 10 Mar 2017 09:56:01 GMT

Eamon is joined by Didi Hamann to talk about his career: first, at Bayern Munich; playing for Germany; making the move to the Premier League with Newcastle; and, on being part of the team that took Liverpool to historic victory in the 2005 Champions League.

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Ep 28: Eddie Molloy on Why Irish Scandals Remain Unresolved

Tue, 07 Mar 2017 12:44:27 GMT

Eddie Molloy is a leading management consultant who has formerly consulted with the IDA, the HSE and the Department of the Taoiseach. He joins Eamon on this episode of The Stand to talk about the 'Grace' scandal, Garda scandals, the Tuam mother and baby home and to reveal why Irish whistleblowers should be very afraid.

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Ep 27: Dessie Farrell on the Gaelic Players Association's Long March for Justice

Fri, 03 Mar 2017 12:36:45 GMT

Eamon is joined by Dessie Farrell, the former chief executive and founder member of the Gaelic Players Association.

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Ep 26: Ibrahimovic Praised, Pogba Ridiculed

Tue, 28 Feb 2017 12:28:12 GMT

Eamon is joined by John Giles and Liam Brady to reflect on the aftermath of Ranieri's sacking. Liam blames the Leicester players, while John says Ranieri only has himself to blame. Both agree that Liverpool could miss out on the Champions League.

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Ep 25: A Nurse's Story

Fri, 24 Feb 2017 10:14:21 GMT

Ahead of the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation's work-to-rule industrial action from March 7th, Eamon Dunphy is joined by Moira Craig, an A&E nurse at Beaumont Hospital. Moira speaks about daily life in the emergency department, conditions in the industry and the lure of emigration. "They've been paving the cracks for so long, but there's just nothing left in the tank," she says.

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Ep 24: The Decline of Barcelona and Should Wenger Stay or Go?

Tue, 21 Feb 2017 09:32:17 GMT

Eamon Dunphy is joined by Liam Brady and John Giles to discuss the decline of Barcelona. Liam and John are differing sides of the Arsène Wenger debate.

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Ep 23: Ruby Walsh on the Golden Age of Irish Horse Racing and What the Future Holds for Him

Fri, 17 Feb 2017 10:05:34 GMT

Irish jockey Ruby Walsh has been Champion National Hunt jockey 11 times and has ridden 52 Cheltenham winners. He joins Eamon to talk about his successes and what retirement will mean to him.

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Ep 22: Mick Clifford on the Maurice McCabe Affair

Tue, 14 Feb 2017 13:17:07 GMT

Mick Clifford talks to The Stand exclusively about the Maurice McCabe affair.

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Ep 21: Damien Duff on street football's passing, playing for Mourinho and the McCarthy-Keane scandal

Fri, 10 Feb 2017 13:22:39 GMT

Damien Duff joins Eamon to talk about coaching the under-15s team: "Kids don't play football on the street anymore, and it's hurting us," he says. They discuss his time at Chelsea, his thoughts on Mourinho this season and he reflects on the McCarthy-Keane row in Saipan.

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Ep 20: Liverpool's taste of the real world, Chelsea's biggest threat and should Ranieri go?

Tue, 07 Feb 2017 12:48:59 GMT

Eamon is joined by Didi Hamann and John Giles to talk about where the Premier League is at. Is it time for Liverpool to join the real world, asks Didi. John and Didi both think Leicester City should sack Ranieri and Eamon talks about his own "illustrious" career.

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Ep 19: Diarmaid Ferriter on Trump, Brexit and Ireland's Foreign Policy in the Midst of the Chaos

Fri, 03 Feb 2017 13:20:58 GMT

The renowned Irish historian and UCD Professor joins Eamon to talk about how the world has changed irrevocably and questions whether Enda Kenny is the man to deal with the global shifts we're faced with.

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Ep 18: Liam Brady and Didi Hamann on Liverpool & Chelsea's Make or Break Match

Tue, 31 Jan 2017 12:27:42 GMT

Eamon is joined by Liam Brady and Didi Hamann to preview the make or break match between Liverpool and Chelsea and debate whether Klopp and Conte's management skills have been up to scratch or not.

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Ep 17: Stephen Kenny on the Success, the Struggles and the Sadness

Fri, 27 Jan 2017 13:44:16 GMT

Dundalk manager Stephen Kenny talks about his early career as a footballer at St. Patrick's Athletic and Home Farm, his decision to become a manager and bringing Longford Town, Derry City and Dundalk to Europe.

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Ep 16: Eamonn McCann on the Future of Sinn Féin and What Brexit Means for Northern Ireland

Mon, 23 Jan 2017 22:25:52 GMT

Eamon Dunphy is joined by the politician, journalist and political activist Eamonn McCann to discuss Sinn Féin in the wake of Martin McGuinness' retirement and what impact Brexit will have on Northern Ireland.

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Ep 15: Conte's handling of Costa, Pep's man management & Klopp needs to find another way

Fri, 20 Jan 2017 12:29:40 GMT

Eamon Dunphy is joined by Didi Hamann and John Giles to discuss the Premier League's top six teams. John worries for Liverpool's defence and Didi questions Pep Guardiola's man management skills.

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Ep 14: Robert Fisk on President Trump, "The Death of the Republican Party", Part 2

Mon, 16 Jan 2017 11:33:41 GMT

In the second part of Eamon Dunphy's interview with Robert Fisk, they discuss President Donald Trump and the state of American politics.

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Ep 13: Robert Fisk on War, Journalism and 40 Years in Beirut, Part 1

Fri, 13 Jan 2017 10:40:12 GMT

Eamon Dunphy is joined by the great journalist and foreign correspondent Robert Fisk. Part 2 is available Monday, 15 January on iTunes and SoundCloud.

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Ep 12: John Waters - An Irish Dissident Silenced, Part 2

Mon, 09 Jan 2017 11:38:47 GMT

In the second episode of this two-part interview, Eamon is joined by journalist John Waters.

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Ep 11: Is it adapt or die for Pep?

Fri, 06 Jan 2017 12:14:41 GMT

Graeme Souness and John Giles join Eamon to discuss the real contenders for this year's title. Giles thinks that Guardiola's no fool, but he will have to adapt to the English game. "It's more of the same from Arsenal, they're nearly men," says Souness.

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Ep 10: John Waters - An Irish Dissident Silenced, Part 1

Wed, 04 Jan 2017 09:49:12 GMT

Eamon Dunphy in conversation with John Waters.

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Ep 9: 'Hunting Lance Armstrong' - In Conversation with Paul Kimmage, Part 2

Mon, 26 Dec 2016 11:10:26 GMT

In the second episode of this two-part interview, Eamon Dunphy speaks to Paul Kimmage about the Armstrong saga.

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Ep 8: In Conversation with Paul Kimmage, Part 1

Fri, 23 Dec 2016 14:12:21 GMT

In part one, Eamon Dunphy speaks to Paul Kimmage about life as a cyclist and the pressure to take performance enhancing drugs in professional cycling. Don't miss 'Ep 9: Hunting Lance Armstrong', the second part of Eamon's interview with Paul Kimmage, on 26th December.

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Ep 7: A Dunphy apology, John Giles on Wenger, and Liam Brady on the coach of the season

Tue, 20 Dec 2016 10:49:54 GMT

On this episode of The Stand, Eamon Dunphy is joined by John Giles and Liam Brady. It begins with an apology from Eamon to Man United fans and Jose Mourinho; the panel discuss Arsenal's defeat to Man City after which John says despite his admiration for Arsene Wenger he'd give on him now; while Liam says Chelsea's Kante and Conte are player and coach of the season so far.

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Ep 6: A tough draw for Arsenal, Pep's problems persist, and Didi vs. Jamie Carragher

Thu, 15 Dec 2016 11:38:25 GMT

On this episode of The Stand, Eamon is joined by Liam Brady and Didi Hamann to discuss the Champions League and Europa League draws. Didi thinks Arsenal will beat Bayern Munich, while Liam says "it's a very tough draw for us". Eamon makes an early call for Player of the Year, questions whether Pep Guardiola can survive in the Premier League and he gets the inside track on Didi's Twitter tussle with Jamie Carragher.

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Ep 5: In Conversation with Liam Brady

Fri, 09 Dec 2016 16:39:27 GMT

Liam Brady talks to Eamon Dunphy about life at Arsenal as a player and as Head of the Youth Academy, his time in Italy playing at Juventus and Arsenal's prospects this season.

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Ep 4: Can Guardiola work the Premier League out?

Mon, 05 Dec 2016 16:50:26 GMT

Eamon Dunphy, John Giles and Didi Hamann on Pep Guardiola's latest Premier League test and Jürgen Klopp's Achilles' heel.

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Ep 3: History is going to catch up with English football

Fri, 02 Dec 2016 14:37:18 GMT

On this week's episode of The Stand, Eamon Dunphy is joined by John Giles, Liam Brady and the Mail on Sunday's Oliver Holt, as they discuss the ongoing child abuse scandal rocking English football.

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Ep 2: This is why Mourinho is toast, he's gone

Mon, 28 Nov 2016 15:54:34 GMT

Has Jose Mourinho lost the Man Utd dressing-room already? With his continuing antics off the pitch and the team's struggles on it, Eamon Dunphy, Liam Brady, John Giles and Didi Hamann discuss the importance of fostering team spirit to give you the extra 2-3%.

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