Best Fallen Friendships Podcasts (2025)

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How Wearable Tech Could Save Your Life: Future of Medicine [Ep. 5] 58:05

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Imagine a tattoo that changes color to warn you of health issues, or a watch that knows you're getting sick before you do. In this fascinating episode, we explore breakthrough biosensor technology with Imperial College's Ali Yetisen and precision medicine pioneer Michael Snyder, who reveal how real-time health monitoring is transforming from scienc…

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How to rewire your brain in order to start making your dream life happen with neuroscientist Dr Tara Swart 1:07:29

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Today I’m speaking with Dr Tara Swart, a world renowned neuroscientist. She has a medical degree from Oxford, a PhD in Neuropharmacology from Kings College London, and she lectures at MIT’s business school. She’s the author of the bestselling book The Source, and her new book The Signs is all about your following your instinct. If you’re feeling of…

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The Newspaper Panel 56:31

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Joining Brendan to dissect the stories making the headlines today, were Mary Regan, Political editor with The Irish Independent; David W. Higgins, Economist; Youth Advocate Natasha Maimba; and Brigid Laffan, Emeritus Professor at the European University Institute.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Two old pals on rediscovering their friendship in the shadow of mortality 34:41

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Psychologist and writer Tony Bates and his old pal Denis Cagney join Brendan to talk about reconnecting more than 50 years after first striking up a conversation at school. Denis and Tony share the wisdom that comes with age and their life experience. They talk about what their friendship means now, and Denis shares the reality of living with MND.…

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The Watchlist 13:42

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Entertainment journalist, Sarina Bellisimo and TV and radio producer Eoin Sweeney cast a discerning eye over the TV shows and movies that are worth a watch this week.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Forgiveness and Consequences 2025-11-30 36:01

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Victoria Mary Clarke “I’m haunted by Shane and Sinead” 21:09

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On the eve of the second anniversary of the death of her husband, Shane McGowan, writer Victoria Mary Clarke talks about grief, ice baths and breath work. She also chose five songs that chart her life, from ‘Haunted’ by Shane & Sinead O’Connor to Bob Dylan, Kneecap and Van Morrison.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Fallen out of love with your job? Tips to brighten your day at the office! 6:53

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Occupational psychologist and shaman, Leisha Redmond McGrath talks to Brendan about the small changes you can make to create a better day at work, how to make better connections with people to and how to bring joy to your workday.By RTÉ Radio 1

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What does the corruption crisis in Ukraine mean for President Zelensky? 8:35

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As President Zelensky’s chief of staff resigns following an anti-corruption scandal, Christopher Miller, Ukraine Correspondent with the Financial Times talks to Brendan about how this crisis will impact the ongoing peace plan, but also the consequences for the country, its government and its people.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Benedict Cumberbatch - “I want Hollywood to clean up its own act” 26:35

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Actor Benedict Cumberbatch tells Brendan about his activism, the waste created in the making of a movie, why toxic masculinity needs to constantly be called out, how becoming a father affected his acting and how his own grief surfaced when playing a grief-stricken husband and father in his latest film, ‘The Thing With Feathers’.…

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Magnificent Irish lakes 12:32

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There are 12,000 lakes in Ireland. Pól O’Conghaile, Travel Editor of Independent.ie talks about the tourism amenities added to many Irish lakes over the years and which are the most beautiful ones to visit.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Epic Toasties with Chef Maggie Roche 11:31

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Café owner and chef Maggie Roche brings Brendan the best and tastiest toasted sandwiches for all moods and taste buds. She talks Brendan through an epic Christmas toastie recipe, how to pimp up the classic ham and cheese and makes a case for a nutella toastie!By RTÉ Radio 1

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Freedom: The Battle of Hogwarts (Book 7, Chapter 31) 40:33

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This week, Casper and Vanessa explore the theme of Freedom in Chapter 31 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss Fred’s death, Malfoy’s pals, and the very big fire! Throughout the episode we consider the question: how can freedom feel like a burden? Thank you to our anonymous listener for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading…

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"How Do I Stop Forgetting My Past?" - Feelin' Girlie #39 1:00:20

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Feelin' Girlie is a comedy podcast hosted by stand up comedian Dylan Carlino! We like to have fun on this podcast!Join our patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/FeelingirlieSubmit your stories/questions to [email protected] me on social media:@Feelingirliepod@DylanpcarlinoCome see me on tour! Links to my stand up comedy tour can be found…

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A Guide to Living Fully After Loss | Spotlight Convo 1:17:44

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Three wisdom-keepers reveal how to navigate life's most devastating losses and emerge transformed. Death doula Alua Arthur, grief therapist Claire Bidwell Smith, and community builder Cyndie Spiegel share powerful insights on finding meaning after loss, creating healing rituals, and discovering unexpected moments of joy even in darkness. Learn prac…

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How Can I Break Up With A Friend? [Your Unfiltered Dilemmas Answered] 18:06

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Today we’re doing a full bonus episode dedicated to going through your friendship dilemmas and having a big old chats about what works and what doesn’t. The catch-up friends episode I mentioned: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2t3hom9tw1TYmCalzFO2Si + SIGN UP TO THE WORKING HARD NEWSLETTER: https://graceb.myflodesk.com/k0sfhlac34 + FOLLOW THE PODC…

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Future of Medicine: Breakthroughs in Heart Health [Ep. 4] 58:56

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Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing heart disease prevention and treatment with Dr. Ami Bhatt, Chief Innovation Officer at the American College of Cardiology. From AI-powered early detection tools to personalized risk prediction, learn how new technologies are making quality cardiac care more accessible while preserving the esse…

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This is how you build real friendships (as an adult) 31:09

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This is a bit more of a chatty one than usual, but it's something I've been thinking about a lot over the past few weeks. Today I want to talk about how to build amazing friendships and what it really takes. It’s about building real, amazing friendships as an adult. Not the catch-up coffee once a quarter kind of friendship, but the ones that actual…

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“He died three days later. Nobody knew where he came from” - Alice Leahy 28:57

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Homeless campaigner, and founder of The Alice Leahy Trust, Alice Leahy, tells Brendan about her vocation, her late husband Charlie, and how she nearly became a vet and now reminds people several times a day that she is not a nun. Marking the publication of her new book ‘Outsiders’ she chooses five songs that form the soundtrack to her life, includi…

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Nick Fuentes, Groypers and the battle for the future of Trump’s MAGA movement 7:17

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Donald Trump’s MAGA movement is embroiled in internal disputes over the status of white nationalist, Nick Fuentes, and the surprise resignation of Georgia Congresswoman, Marjorie Taylor-Green. Publisher of TheBriefing.ie - Liz Carolan - tells Brendan about the faultlines now emerging in the American right, over Israel, isolationism and Jeffrey Epst…

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Newspaper Panel 53:28

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Joining Brendan to discuss the Sunday papers are Pat Leahy, Political Editor of the Irish Times; novelist, Catherine Prasifka; Brenda Power, Columnist with the Irish Daily Mail and Sunday Times; and Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at the University of Galway.By RTÉ Radio 1

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The Watchlist 9:47

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Arts journalist, Zara Hedderman and Entertainment Editor at the RTE Guide, Michael Doherty tell Brendan about the TV and Cinema highlights of the week to come, including ‘Wicked: For Good’, ‘Stranger Things’ and ‘DJ Carey: The Dodger’.By RTÉ Radio 1

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“I thought I’d just have a few beers... I went back on the vodka” - Jockey, Oisín Murphy 31:47

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Kerryman, Oisin Murphy – who recently won the British Flat Jockeys Championship title for the fifth time – tells Brendan about his destructive relationship with alcohol, the constant need to keep his weight down, and why he tested positive for cocaine in France, as detailed in his new book ‘Sacrifice’.…

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John Cleese: “I had a big laugh about my divorce; then I had a breakdown” 37:21

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Comedy legend John Cleese tells Brendan about Monty Python, Fawlty Towers, the power of laughter, and his reflections on what happens after death. He also explains the impetus behind his book, Fawlty Towers: Fawlts and All, and his new documentary, John Cleese Packs It In.By RTÉ Radio 1

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American desserts, to celebrate Thanksgiving 5:29

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Caryna Camerino, owner of Dublin’s Camerino Bakery, tells Brendan about some American desserts, for anyone hoping to mark the American holiday this week.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Stephanie Preissner’s Gift Guide for Men 10:39

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Actor and screenwriter Stephanie Preissner joins Brendan for the first of a two-part series on gift-buying this festive season. This week Stephanie offers her top tips on buying for the men in your life. Tips included VOYA products, Closca cycle helmets, and contour whiskey glasses from Current.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Elizabeth Gilbert | The Weekly Practice That Changed Her Life 1:05:16

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In this soul-stirring conversation, bestselling author Elizabeth Gilbert reveals the transformative practice of "Letters from Love" - a simple yet profound writing ritual that helped her emerge from her darkest moments and has since touched thousands of lives. Liz shares how to access unconditional love through pen and paper, offering a practical p…

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Our Favorite Episodes! Friendship: Halloween (Book 1, Chapter 10) 32:52

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As we wrap up our final season of HPST, we're taking a look back at some of our favorite moments! This week we're revisiting our 2016 episode on Friendship - one of the first times we really connected with Sacred Imagination, reading the scene with Hermione vs. The Troll. Harry Potter and the Sacred Text is a Not Sorry Production Find us at our web…

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"Gay S*x Confessions" - Feelin' Girlie #38 1:02:04

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Feelin' Girlie is a comedy podcast hosted by stand up comedian Dylan Carlino! We like to have fun on this podcast!Join our patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/FeelingirlieSubmit your stories/questions to [email protected] me on social media:@Feelingirliepod@DylanpcarlinoCome see me on tour! Links to my stand up comedy tour can be found…

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Introducing: No Small Endeavor: Joy Harjo on Poetry and Pursuit of the Common Good 49:06

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Sharing an episode of the No Small Endeavor podcast. These days, our culture is marked by political unrest, polarization and anxiety. Beauty and art feel like a luxury, or even a distraction. In a special series, No Small Endeavor is asking: What if art, beauty, and poetry are exactly what we need to face the crisis at hand? Can poetry help us prot…

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Future of Medicine: Regenerative Medicine, Stem Cells & Peptides [Ep. 3] 52:42

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Dr. Adeel Khan reveals why many current stem cell therapies may be based on outdated science, and introduces a revolutionary discovery from Japan that could transform medicine: Muse cells. From cutting-edge peptide therapies to gene treatments that could reverse aging, this episode explores how regenerative medicine is making science fiction real, …

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Your Money Glow Up Guide: What To Actually Do Every Month 20:47

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Today we are talking budgeting, saving, investing, debt, and mindset. Not in the usual “cut your iced latte and buy a house” way, but I wanted to tackle it in a way that actually feels achievable, empowering, and grounded in reality. Because whatever stage you’re at in your career journey, and whatever starting point you’ve come from, money stress …

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The Watchlist 12:08

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Nadine O'Regan, Irish Times Arts journalist, and Andy McCarroll, Host of the Extra Vison Podcast talk Brendan through the best TV and Cinema this week.By RTÉ Radio 1

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"Could AI have a goal to destroy us?" "Yes" 26:39

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"Godfather of AI" Professor Geoffrey Hinton won a Nobel Prize for his early work on machine learning which were the foundations for modern Artificial Intelligence today. He left his role with Google to free him up to talk about his safety concerns around AI. He told Brendan why he thinks AI is now at a point where it can think and understand.…

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Your guide to (finally!) buying a proper raincoat 9:36

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Matthew McConnell, Editor of Outsider.ie, tells Brendan everything you need to know about buying an effective raincoat AND maintaining its waterproofingBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Newspaper Panel 53:51

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Joining Brendan to talk through what's making the news today are: Tabitha Monahan, Political Reporter at the Irish Independent; Oisin Coghlan, Public Policy Advisor; Susanne Rogers from Social Justice Ireland and Seán O'Neill McPartlin, Director of Housing Policy at Progress Ireland. RTÉ Sport's Tony O'Donoghue previews Ireland v Hungary…

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2025-11-16 27:49

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"Acne affects 35% of women and 20% of men" 8:52

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Prof Caitríona Ryan, from the Institute of Dermatologists explains the causes and treatments for acne, why it's not just a teenage phenomenon and why you should never squeeze a spot!By RTÉ Radio 1

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A Roast Chicken Masterclass with Chef Rory O'Connell 10:32

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Most of us can roast a chicken, but how can we make it next level? Chef, teacher, TV presenter and co-founder of Ballymaloe Cookery School, Rory O'Connell, shared his tips on gravy, spuds, and the veg too, to make tomorrow's roast extra special.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Navigating the Momosphere - "The mums DO say it's all on them" 27:20

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The new Sky show, 'All Her Fault', shines a light on marraige, motherhood, judgement and who-does-what around the house. Author Edel Coffey, and Kara Heriot Co-founder of Mum Talks have watched it and talk about navigating the momosphere, the schoolgates, the WhatsApp groups and how the demands of motherhood have changed over the years.…

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"I fell asleep during my love scene with Roger Moore" - Jane Seymour 30:30

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Hollywood actor, Jane Seymour, and her partner of two years, musician and producer, John Zambetti, are back living in Ireland this winter, so they dropped in to talk Brendan through the music that has soundtracked each of their lives. Their choices included Fleetwood Mac, Paul McCartney, and Johnny Cash.…

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"Obesity stigma is rising due to new weight-loss drugs" - Prof. Donal O'Shea 17:16

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The continuing explosion in demand for new wight-loss drugs is raising difficult questions about how society talks about weight, and how it treats people with weight loss. Professor Donal O'Shea, endocrinologist and HSE Clinical Lead for Obesity, brings Brendan up to date.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Mercy: The Sacking of Severus Snape (Book 7, Chapter 30) 38:35

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This week, Casper and Vanessa explore the theme of Mercy in Chapter 30 of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! They discuss Harry’s unforgivable curse, Percy’s return, and Slughorn’s options! Throughout the episode we consider the question: what is the cost of mercy? Thank you to Thulasi for this week’s voicemail! Next week we're reading Chapter 3…

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Ani DiFranco: Fierce, Free, Creative & True 59:29

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From punk rock revolutionary to bridge-builder, Grammy winner Ani DiFranco reveals how being canceled by her own community transformed her approach to activism and art. This intimate conversation explores how to maintain fierce convictions while fostering revolutionary love, featuring vulnerable insights about evolving activism, DIY independence, a…

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"I'm Dating A S*x Offender" - Feelin' Girlie #37 1:03:45

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Feelin' Girlie is a comedy podcast hosted by stand up comedian Dylan Carlino! We like to have fun on this podcast!Join our patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/FeelingirlieSubmit your stories/questions to [email protected] me on social media:@Feelingirliepod@DylanpcarlinoCome see me on tour! Links to my stand up comedy tour can be found…

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Future of Medicine: AI vs. Doctors, Who Wins? We ALL Do! [Ep. 2] 1:00:32

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What if AI could help solve medicine's biggest blind spots? Harvard Medical School researcher Dr. Charlotte Blease reveals why doctors can only keep up with 2% of new medical research and how artificial intelligence could transform healthcare for both patients and providers. Drawing from her new book Dr Bot: Why Doctors Can Fail and How AI Could Sa…

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How To Actually Make The Most Of Your Twenties 25:44

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Today’s solo episode is all about your twenties, the decade everyone loves to romanticise and panic about at the exact same time. We’re told “these are the best years of your life”. That this is the decade where you’re supposed to find your passion, find your people, figure yourself out, build your career, start investing, go to therapy, travel the…

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The Newspaper Panel 53:49

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Joining Brendan to talk through what’s making the news today are Louise Bayliss, Head of Social Justice and Policy at Saint Vincent de Paul, Dr Aman de Sondy, Head of Department and Senior Lecturer in Contemporary Islam at UCC, Ellen Coyne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Times and Sarah Carey, Columnist with the Irish Independent.…

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“I almost stole Bowie’s stubbed out cigarette!” - Ian Dempsey 28:01

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Ultra cool and charming radio icon Ian Dempsey talks Brendan through his life in five songs, from his early days working in pirate radio, his imminent 65th birthday to giving up smoking 6 months ago, and his eclectic music taste which includes David Bowie, Paul Brady and Supertramp.By RTÉ Radio 1