Best Conor O’Brien Podcasts (2025)

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Scranton Fringe Festival; Conor Kelly O'Brien; June 16 2025 24:53

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Conor Kelly O'Brien, Co-Founder/Executive Director of theScranton Fringe Festival, speaking about the new culturalexchange with the Balina Arts Centre in County Mayo inIreland. Balina is Scranton's sister city, and in October 2025,after the first staging of "Ulysses of Scranton" as part of the2025 Scranton Fringe Festival--October 2, 3, & 4th at th…

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The Last Word On The US: Trump And Musk Feud Reignites Over 'Big, Beautiful Bill' 17:37

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The feud between billionaire Elon Musk and US President Donald Trump has reignited as the Tesla chief renews his criticism of Trump's tax and spending bill. Musk claims that the legislation, known as "The Big Beautiful Bill", would undermine the work he did to cut government spending while in charge of Doge. Marion McKeone and Cal Thomas join The L…

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Conor McGregor Withdraws Application To Introduce New Evidence In Appeal 12:34

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Former MMA fighter Conor McGregor this morning withdrew his application to introduce new evidence as part of an appeal against the outcome of his civil rape trial. Last year, Nikita Hand won a lawsuit against the Mr. McGregor, whom she accused of raping her in a Dublin hotel in December 2018. Frank Greaney, Today FM's Courts Correspondent, joined M…

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Meath, Kerry, Donegal And Tyrone Advance To The All-Ireland Gaelic Football Semi-Finals 24:24

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The four All-Ireland senior football semi-finalists were confirmed at the weekend after another hugely entertaining weekend of championship action. On Saturday, an impressive second half performance saw Donegal overcome Monaghan and 2021 champions Tyrone beat Dublin, leading to Dessie Farrell's resignation as Dublin manager. On Sunday, Meath put an…

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Last Word On Travel: Dubrovnik 10:30

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Known as the Pearl of the Adriatic, Dubrovnik is an affordable choice for a European short trip. From the boat tours, day trips, sunset cocktails and walking the city’s famous walls, Travelexpert.ie Sarah Slattery ran through the best of what the Croatian city has to offer. To catch the full conversation, press the ‘play’ button on this page.…

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BBC Says It Regrets Not Cutting Live Stream Of Bob Vylan’s Glastonbury Set 9:32

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UK police have launched a criminal investigation into comments made at Bob Vylan and Kneecap’s Glastonbury performances. This follows comments from the BBC stating that it regretted not cutting the stream of Bob Vylan’s performance, saying its “antisemitic sentiments” were “utterly unacceptable”. Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke spoke to Matt on Monday.…

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Scranton Shakespeare Festival; Michael Bradshaw Flynn; June 27 2025 19:48

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Michael Bradshaw Flynn, Artistic Director & Executive Producerof the Scranton Shakespeare Festival, speaking about the2025 Summer Season at The Shakes Space at the Marketplaceat Steamtown. There are 6 main stage productions:Sister Act; Julius Caesar; Timon of Athens; Hairspray;Little Shop of Horrors; and Romeo & Juliet.For more information: www.scr…

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The Week Trending: The Rise Of Mamdani, The €48m Bezos Wedding & Will The BBC Show Kneecap At Glastonbury? 25:35

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US Republicans and Democrats are sent in a spin as 'socialist' Zohran Mamdani wins the New York City Democratic mayoral primary, Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez take over Venice for star-studded wedding, and Glastonbury organisers say Kneecap will play, but will the BBC air the performance? Marion McKeone and Joe O'Shea join The Last Word to discuss …

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Are Prize Bonds Still A Worthwhile Investment? 12:08

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Sales of Prize Bonds topped €350 million in 2024 but this was a significant drop on previous years. Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent, joins The Last Word to discuss whether Prize Bonds are still an attractive and worthwhile investment? Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!…

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Episode 189: Dr. Briga Hynes, Teresa Lewis & Stephen Arkins on Global Growth, Agility & Opportunity – AIBF Summit Special 17:21

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In this AIBF Business Talk Summit Special, we spotlight the launch of Navigating Global Markets – a groundbreaking report by the All-Ireland Business Foundation in collaboration with the University of Limerick and sponsored by Mauve Group. Recorded live at Croke Park, this panel features Dr. Briga Hynes (Kemmy Business School, UL), Teresa Lewis (Ma…

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The Best Wines To Try This Summer 16:35

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Wine expert Brigid O'Hora joins The Last Word to run through the best wines to enjoy this summer. She has picked a selection to suit all tastes including a crisp and refreshing vinho verde, a delicate rosé, and even a beautiful red for those die-hard red wine drinkers. Find a list of Brigid's choices below and catch the full chat by pressing the 'P…

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Pocono Mountains Music Festival; Dr. David Mazza; June 26 2025 20:46

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Dr. David Mazza, Founder & President Emeritus of thePocono Mountains Music Festival, speaking about theevent's history, its dedication to education, its new homeand the 2025 performance season. The first concertwill take place on Sunday, June 29th at 7:30 pm--"Total Eclipseof the Chart: 80s Chart-Toppers" at BARC, Route 390 inCresco, PA. Many other…

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Tech Thursday: The Best AI Assistants For Home, Office And Car 10:45

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From time trackers, smart home organisers to advanced driver assistants, Andy O'Donoghue outlined the best AI assistants to use for in the home, for work and for motoring. To listen to the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.

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EU Votes To Ban Airline Fees For Carry-On Bags And Family Seats 9:40

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European politicians are seeking to ban airlines from charging passengers for small carry-on luggage or charging for families to sit together on a flight, in moves strongly opposed by the aviation sector. Eoghan Corry, travel and viation journalist, and Kevin Hiney, communications director with Airlines for Europe, join The Last Word to discuss the…

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Deepfakes and AI Girlfriends: How artificial intelligence is putting women at risk 1:00:05

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Concerns about the rise and rapid development of artificial intelligence often tend to focus on AI’s threat to jobs or its potential to influence politics and elections. But what about the very real threat that AI poses to women? In her new book, The New Age of Sexism, feminist writer Laura Bates explores how the ever-evolving world of technology h…

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Penneys To Cut 100 Jobs At Dublin HQ 7:31

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Primark, the parent company of Penneys, is planning to cut around 100 jobs at the its Dublin head office as the company moves to outsource some of its human resources, finance and procurement activities. Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss this and more of the latest business news. Catch the full chat by pre…

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The Little Theatre of Wilkes-Barre; Scott Colin Woolnough; Mariah Kohn; June 25 2025 28:45

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Scott Colin Woolnough, artistic director & the actor who playsFagin, and Mariah Kohn, the actor who plays Mrs. Sowerby, speakingabout the Little Theatre of Wilkes-Barre production of Lionel Bart's musical "Oliver!" in its final weekend: June 27, 28 & 29, 2025, with showsFriday & Saturday at 8:00 pm and Sunday at 3:00 pm. The LittleTheatre is locate…

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The Culture Club: R B Egan 31:34

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Author and former actor R B Egan was Matt's guest in the Culture Club, he spoke about the inspiration for his new crime novel, The Landlord. He also discussed his favourite music, film, TV, and books.

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'You're Left On The Sideline' - Natasha O'Brien Wants To Highlight Victims' Experiences Of The Justice System 16:35

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Natasha O'Brien came to prominence after soldier Cathal Crotty, who viciously attacked her in Limerick in 2022, received a three-year suspended sentence for the assault, sparking outrage across Ireland. Natasha joins The Last Word to discuss the new RTÉ documentary 'Natasha', which explores what happens next for her and other survivors of violence.…

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Irish Woman Lifts Lid On Life Inside Opus Dei 16:05

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Anne Marie Allen, author of Serve: My Lost Years At The Heart Of Opus Dei, spoke to Matt about her life inside Opus Dei and how she left the organisation ato rebuild her life through education. To listen to the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.

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The Last Word On The US: 'Do Not Drop Those Bombs' Trump Tells Israel 23:57

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US President Donald Trump has said he is "not happy" with Israel and Iran after claiming both countries violated a ceasefire. Marion McKeone and Cal Thomas join The Last Word to discuss Trump's involvement in the conflict and more of the latest news from the United States. But to start, Dr Edward Burke, lecturer in the history of war at UCD, joins …

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Northeastern PA Philharmonic; Chason Goldschmitz; June 24 2025 26:18

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Chason Goldschmitz, Executive Director of the NEPA PhilharmonicOrchestra, speaking about the upcoming 2025 Independence Daycelebrations and community events the Philharmonic will present:The NEPA Philharmonic Orchestra at Courthouse Square in downtownScranton on July 3rd at 7:30 with fireworks. The event is free.12th Annual Yoga on the Roof--July 4…

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Should Public Buildings Be Given Honorary Names? 15:02

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The new €2.4bn pediatric hospital will officially be named the National Children's Hospital of Ireland according to a Government proposal, despite efforts to name it after doctor and political activist Dr Kathleen Lynn. Dr Mary McAuliffe, director of Gender Studies at UCD, and Sinn Féin TD Aengus Ó Snodaigh join The Last Word to discuss whether pub…

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Armagh V Kerry Pick Of The All-Ireland SFC Quarter Final Draw 15:37

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The fixtures for the All-Ireland SFC quarter-finals have been confirmed, with the four teams which topped their groups - Armagh, Meath, Monaghan, and Tyrone - set to meet the winners from the preliminary quarter-finals. Will O’Callaghan from Off The Ball and Ray Silke, former All-Ireland winner with Galway, join The Last Word to look back on the pr…

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Irish People Feel More Despair Than Hope Over Climate Change 8:26

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Worry, anxiety and frustration are the most common feelings people have towards climate change and climate policies, according to a new government report. Sadhbh O'Neill, project lead for Feminist Communities for Climate Justice, joins The Last Word to discuss why people feel so hopeless about Ireland's climate action and what can be done about it.…

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Wyoming Valley Barbershop Harmony Chorus; Justin Davis; June 23 2025 22:48

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Justin Davis, Music Director & Conductor of theWyoming Valley Barbershop Harmony Chorus,speaking about the group and its Annual SpringConcert titled, The Magic of Harmony, an all-Disneyprogram to be presented on Sunday, June 29, 2025,at 2:00, at the Kirby Center for Creative Arts on theWyoming Seminary campus in Kingston, PA.For information & ticke…

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The Last Word On Travel: Best Mid-Summer Deals 10:12

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Spain, Italy, Greece and further afield, Sarah Slattery, thetravelexpert.ie, had a run-down of the best deals of offer for last minute Summer holidays. To catch the full conversation, press the ‘play’ button on this page.

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Ben Dunwell: The Dark Between Our Fires 41:52

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Ibiza-based writer, Ben Dunwell, has just published the second in a series of novels about the early settlers on the island, who arrived here around 650BC. The Dark Between Our Fires also references the San Juan fire jumping festival which takes place on 23 June each year in this tiny village in the north of Ibiza.…

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Maslow Family Graduate Program in Creative Writing at Wilkes University; June 20 2025 35:41

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Bonnie Culver, co-founder & writer, Robert Mooney, Kaylie Jones,Christine Gelineau, writers & faculty members, andDavid Hicks, writer & CW director, speaking about the Maslow FamilyGraduate Program in Creative Writing at Wilkes University inWilkes-Barre as it marks its 20th anniversary. Also featuredfrom the archives, J. Michael Lennon, co-founder,…

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The Week Trending: Euromillions Speculation, Dodgy Box Crackdown & Kneecap's Big Week 23:37

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Rumours swirl after Cork's lucky €250m Euromillions win, Sky to monitor WhatsApp chats in an attempt to catch dodgy-box users, & Kneecap's Mo Chara stands defiant at Dublin gig after UK court appearance. Sarah McGuinness, political correspondent with the Irish Daily Mail, and Cathal O’Sullivan, assistant producer with 98FM, join The Last Word to di…

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GAA Palestine Set For Irish Tour 9:57

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Claire Liddy, social care worker and co-founder of GAA Palestine explained the origins of the only GAA club in the West Bank and what the club means for young players as they plan a trip to Ireland this summer for a series of games around the country. To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.…

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Why Is Ireland So Expensive? 13:15

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New figures released by Eurostat show that Ireland is now the second most expensive country in the EU for goods and services. Meanwhile, the prices of alcohol and tobacco are more than double the EU average, making them the most expensive in the EU. Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent and Adrian Cummins, Chief Executi…

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Episode 188: Annalise Murphy, Amee-Leigh Costigan & Conor Niland on High Performance, Pressure & Pivots – AIBF Summit Special 26:48

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“There’s no point being afraid of losing. Set the goal, aim high and back yourself to get there.” – Annalise Murphy In this AIBF Business Talk Summit special, broadcaster Ivan Yates chairs a powerful panel with three of Ireland’s top athletes – each bringing raw insight into what it takes to perform, pivot and push past limits. Whether they’re chas…

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East Stroudsburg University; Dr. Artress Bethany White; June 19 2025 32:59

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Dr. Artress Bethany White, award-winning author and AssociateProfessor of English at East Stroudsburg University, speakingabout her new collection, "Black Doe of the Anthropocene: Poems,"issued by the University Press of Kentucky in June 2025.The collection is available online and regionally at theEnd Bookstore in Allentown and Carroll & Carroll Bo…

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Lord Henry Mount Charles Dies Aged 74 11:52

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Lord Henry Mount Charles, the man who introduced concerts at his iconic home of Slane Castle in Co. Meath, has died. His death was announced on Thursday morning after fighting “a long and valiant battle with cancer”. There have been 26 concerts altogether which included U2, The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Madonna and Bruce Springsteen. Lise Hand a…

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The Book Club Live: Summer Reads with Marian Keyes 1:21:02

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Last weekend our Book Club gathered for a live show at Kildare Village to discuss the best reading recommendations for summer 2025. Róisín Ingle, Bernice Harrison and Ann Ingle were joined at the event by special guest bestselling author Marian Keyes and a room full of Women’s Podcast listeners. There were recommendations to suit every style and ev…

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Tech Thursday: Sky Issues Warning About ‘Consequences’ Of Using Dodgy Boxes 10:47

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Sky Ireland has warned dodgy box users of “consequences” if they’re caught illegally streaming through their so-called dodgy boxes. Tech expert Andy O’Donoghue spoke to Ian Guider on Thursday’s The Last Word. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the piece.

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Plans For Over 400 Beds 1km From UCD Opposed By Residents 5:44

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Planning permission has been sought for 439 purpose-built student bed spaces in Clonskeagh, Dublin 6. The site is just 1km from UCD’s main campus, but it has been met with opposition from residents. Ian Guider joined Will O’Callaghan for Wednesday’s business news. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the conversation.…

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The Everhart Museum; Artwoven by Hand: The Work of Peg McDade; June 18 2025 26:20

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Camille Dantone, Director of Education, and Nancy Ariza, Collections Managerat the Everhart Museum in Scranton, speaking about Peg McDade, masterfiber artist and educator and the exhibition titled, "Artwoven by Hand: The Workof Peg McDade (1937-2025)" that will run from June 19 through November 30,2025, with a free opening reception on June 19th fr…

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Culture Club: Ian Leslie 29:50

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On this week’s Culture Club, Will O’Callaghan was joined by Ian Leslie, author of the acclaimed book ‘John and Paul: A Love Story In Songs’. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear all his choices.

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Personal Finance: Irish Holiday Makers Getting Stung By Car Rental Companies 11:45

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Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent had some tips on how to manage costs when hiring a car abroad. Charlie also explained why an almost 50% increase in cattle prices could be passed on to the consumer in terms of food inflation. To catch the full conversation, press the play button on this page.…

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Smartphone Bans Have Little Or No Impact On Wellbeing: DCU Study 9:29

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A study from the Anti-Bullying Centre at DUC has found that banning smartphones in schools has little or no impact on education, the wellbeing of students or online bullying. Dr Megan Reynolds, Postdoctoral Researcher at Dublin City University and Lead Author outlined the findings of the report. To catch the full conversation, press the play button…

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Kneecap’s Mo Chara Released On Unconditional Bail After UK Terror Case Adjourned 7:51

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Kneecap rapper Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, who was charged with a terror offence in May by the Metropolitan Police, has been released on unconditional bail and will reappear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on August 20th. The 27-year-old, whose stage name is Mo Chara, is accused of displaying a flag in support of Hezbollah at a gig in November 2024. Emil…

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Lackawanna Historical Society; House Tour of the Abingtons; June 17 2025 20:35

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Michael Gilmartin, Lackawanna Historical Society Board President;Sarah Piccini, LHS Assistant Director, & Pat Atkins, homeownerfrom the Abingtons, speaking about the House Tour of theAbingtons presented by the Lackawanna Historical Society onSunday, June 22, 2025, from 10 am to 4 pm. It is a self-guided tourand tickets are available in advance or a…

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The Last Word On The US: Trump Exits G7 Summit With A Warning For Iran 14:22

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US President Donald Trump left a meeting of G7 leaders in Canada early after warning that "everyone should evacuate Tehran" as attacks between Israel and Iran continue to escalate. Marion McKeone and Larry Donnelly join The Last Word to discuss all of the latest news from the United States. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this …

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How Does The New Opt-Out Organ Donation System Work? 14:04

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New legislation introducing an opt-out system of consent for organ donation in Ireland has come into effect. Priscilla Lynch, clinical editor with the Medical Independent, and Joe O’Brien, executive director at the Irish Council for Civil Liberties, join The Last Word to discuss how this new system will work. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Pl…

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Is The Club World Cup The Most Pointless Tournament In Football? 11:39

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The Club World Cup kicked off over the weekend and on Sunday, Bayern Munich hammered Auckland City 10-0. After gruelling domestic seasons and ever-increasing fixture schedules, is the appetite there – from both players and fans alike – for another major football tournament? Miguel Delaney, Chief Football Writer with The Independent, spoke to Will O…

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Dark Clouds On Economic Horizon Warns Tanaiste 11:06

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As the National Economic Dialogue took place in Dublin Castle, Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe warned of ‘dark clouds’ on Ireland’s economic horizon. Daniel McConnell, editor, Business Post and Owen Reidy, General Secretary of the Irish Congress of Trade Unions discussed concerns raised over Ireland’s reliance on corporation tax and the threats ah…

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The Last Word On Travel: Tunisia 10:48

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Sinéad Kennedy, travel expert and host of Wellness Activity Breaks, joins The Last Word to talk all about her recent visit to Tunisia and why she thinks it the ideal trip for holidaymakers looking to explore beyond typical sun destinations. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!…

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Wayne County Arts Alliance Gallery; Jeff George; June 13 2025 26:14

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Artist Jeff George of Honesdale, speaking about his workin connection with his solo show titled, "Dent,"at the Wayne County Arts Alliance Gallery, now throughSunday, June 15, 2025. There will be an artist Q & Asession and closing reception at the gallery at959 Main Street in Honesdale, PA on Sunday. For information:www.waynecountyartsalliance.org/ …