Best Fianna Fail Podcasts (2025)

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Jim Gavin wins Presidential bid - what does it mean for Fianna Fáil? 30:09

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Jim Gavin has been nominated by Fianna Fáil for the Irish Presidency, beating out MEP Billy Kelleher in a vote today. And, with Taoiseach Micheal Martin backing the candidate who lost the vote, what does it tell us about the party’s faith in his leadership? Kieran is joined by Fianna Fáil MEP Billy Kelleher as well as Newstalk’s Political Correspon…

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Jim Gavin wins Fianna Fáil presidential nomination 12:58

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Paul Cunningham, Political Correspondent, reports that Jim Gavin will be Fianna Fail's candidate in the election to be President of Ireland in just over 6 weeks time. Richard Moore, former political advisor and public relations strategist, assesses Jim Gavin's chances of winning the presidential election.…

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The latest on the Fianna Fáil presidential candidate selection 5:05

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Barry Lenihan, RTÉ ReporterBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Fianna Fáil councillors call for change to how party select presidential candidate 4:48

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Councillor Deirdre Kelly, Fianna Fáil Party Whip on Cork County Council, discusses her letter to party leadership over how a presidential candidate is selected.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Fianna Fáil set to decide their Presidential nominee 9:16

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Fianna Fáíl will today choose its presidential candidate in a secret ballot between candidates Jim Gavin and Billy Kelleher. Newstalk’s Political Correspondent Sean Defoe joined Shane Coleman on the show.

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What can be done to curb the increase in homelessness? 11:43

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Focus Ireland has released their report today for 2024, where they report a record number of people facing homelessness… What can be done to curb this number? Kieran is joined by the CEO of Focus Ireland, Pat Dennigan, to comb through the report.

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Are the days of leaving your doors unlocked over? 4:12

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Local Gardaí in Donegal have stated that the days of leaving doors unlocked are well and truly gone, following the theft of a car, trailer and calf from a farm over the weekend. Is it true? Kieran is joined by retired Garda Sergeant Christy Galligan to discuss.

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The Bookshelf with Louise Cooney 13:13

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Louise Cooney, Content Creator and Podcast Host joins Kieran to place her favourite book on The Hard Shoulder Bookshelf!

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Israel launches attack on Doha - what will the fallout be? 6:11

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Israel has launched an attack on Doha in Qatar, in what they claim was targeting Hamas leaders. Joining Kieran to discuss and give the latest updates is The Independent’s Chief International Correspondent, Bel Trew. Image: Reuters

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Should greyhound racing be banned? 10:08

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The Scottish government has supported a new bill looking to ban greyhound racing. Scotland are following the lead from Wales, New Zealand and Tasmania, who have all made moves towards banning the sport. Does Ireland need to look at a similar ban? Joining Kieran to discuss is Independent TD for Limerick, Richard O’Donoghue and Katie Corcoran, Co-Fou…

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Can you spot a liar? - Henry McKean Asks 12:23

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Last night has been described by Traitors Ireland fans as the best reality TV moment ever! But what makes a great liar? Henry McKean has been asking the public, and joins Kieran to discuss.

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Hornet hovers in for happy hour 4:54

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Dr. Dave O'Leary, Senior Technical Officer at the department of Medicine in UCC, describes how he discovered an Asian hornet in a beer garden in Cork.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Billy Kelleher loses Fianna Fáil presidential candidate vote 4:37

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MEP Billy Kelleher reacts to his defeat to Jim Gavin as the Fianna Fáil presidential candidate.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Israeli military evacuation order triggers panic in Gaza City 3:27

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Juliette Touma, UNRWA Director of Communications, discusses the Israeli military order for all residents of Gaza City to "evacuate immediately".By RTÉ Radio 1

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Loneliness 'powerful factor' in health of older people - report 4:35

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Regius Professor Rose Anne Kenny, Principal Investigator of TILDA, discusses the findings of a study which has shown that loneliness is a persistent and powerful factor that influences the health and wellbeing of older adults.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Midlands business cluster navigating through US tariffs 3:53

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Sinead Hussey, Midlands Correspondent, reports on a group of businesses in the Midlands who are coming together to help each other navigate Donald Trump's tariffs.By RTÉ Radio 1

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France votes out another Prime Minister 7:54

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Alistair Bunkall, Sky News Europe CorrespondentBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Murdoch - Real-life ‘Succession’ ends 11:45

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Matthew Ricketson, Professor of communication at Deakin UniversityBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Planned overhaul of Judicial Reviews 7:56

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Daniel Murray, Policy Editor, The Business PostBy RTÉ Radio 1

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The latest on the Fianna Fáil candidate selection 13:41

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Barry Lenihan, RTÉ Reporter and Brian O'Connell, RTÉ ReporterBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Every Second Counts - New HSE Stroke campaign 12:00

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Ronan Collins, Consultant Geriatrician at Tallaght HospitalBy RTÉ Radio 1

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European Leaders series – Donlad Tusk 13:03

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Graham Finlay, UCD School of Politics and International RelationsBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Epstein Birthday Book Published – what we’ve learned 9:26

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Marion McKeone, JournalistBy RTÉ Radio 1

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World Cup Qualifier: Ireland V Armenia Preview 9:02

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Gavin Cooney, Sportswriter and broadcaster with the 42By RTÉ Radio 1

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Embrace Fram - new child service for grieving families 12:32

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Ciara McCormack, board member of Embrace, lost her dad Noel in a farm accident in 2003 when she was 13 and Gina Dermody, child and adolescent Psychotherapist and Clinical Director AdolEssenceBy RTÉ Radio 1

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Netanyahu warns Gaza City residents to 'leave now' as assault intensifies   3:47

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has urged residents of Gaza City to evacuate as the military intensifies its offensive on the main urban centre of the Palestinian territory. Gregg Carlstrom, Middle East correspondent for The Economist joined us on the show this morning.

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IFAC calls for smaller spending package in Budget 2025   8:36

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Ireland’s economy continues to perform well – so the Government does not need to continue pumping money into the economy. That’s according to the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council in their pre-Budget Submission. Niall Conroy, acting chief economist at IFAC joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.

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One in five children in poverty when housing costs are taken into account 7:19

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One in five Irish children now live below the poverty line when housing costs are taken into account, according to new research from the Economic and Social Research Institute. Co-author of the report Dr Barra Roantree joined Shane Beatty on Breakfast Briefing to this morning discuss his findings while Tanya Ward, Chief Executive of the Children’s …

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8:10am It Says In The Papers 4:24

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Presented by John S. Doyle.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Weather Forecast 2:33

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Presented by Michelle DillonBy RTÉ Radio 1

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8am News Bulletin 5:37

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Presented by Brian Jennings.By RTÉ Radio 1

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8:35am Sports News 6:01

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Presented by Pauric Lodge.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Fiscal watchdog warns Govt planning to spend too much in Budget 6:02

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Seamus Coffey, Chair of the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council, explains the organisation's warning to the Government ahead of Budget 2026.By RTÉ Radio 1

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French govt ousted as PM Bayrou loses confidence vote 5:03

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Charlotte Minvielle, Member of the French Green Party, discusses the fallout from the failed vote of confidence in French Prime Minister, François Bayrou.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Still waiting for your partner to do that one chore? 5:24

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Rather than arguing over household tasks, Jess Wright has come up with an alternative solution: she bills her husband if he’s not pulling his weight. Jonathan Healy spoke to Jess, and started by asking her how she came up with this scheme...

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Fine Gael think-in takes place in Mullingar 4:01

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Mícheal Lehane, Political Correspondent, reacts to Tánaiste Simon Harris' earlier interview and the issues that lie ahead for the party, as they commence their think-in today in Mullingar.By RTÉ Radio 1

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7:50am Business News 4:17

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Presented by Adam Maguire.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Epstein 'birthday book' with alleged Trump note released 5:04

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David Smith, Washington DC Bureau Chief with the Guardian, reports on the publication of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein - including a letter allegedly sent from Donald Trump.By RTÉ Radio 1

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7:35am Sports News 3:55

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Presented by Pauric Lodge.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Fifth of children in poverty after housing costs - ESRI 5:16

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Dr Barra Roantree, ESRI report co-author, discusses findings that one in five children are living below the poverty line.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Additional €30m Being Sought To Fund 2027 Ryder Cup In Adare 7:41

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Minister for Sport Patrick O’Donovan has said that the government expects a request for additional funding to address hospitality and infrastructure needs in Adare, Co. Limerick, ahead of the village hosting the Ryder Cup in 2027. The event is due to be held at Adare Manor, the luxury hotel owned by businessman JP McManus. Brian Carroll, author and…

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Fianna Fáil to select Presidential Election candidate 7:50

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Micheál Lehane, Political Correspondent, looks ahead to the Fianna Fáil vote to choose their nominee to run for the presidency.By RTÉ Radio 1

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7:10am It Says In The Papers 3:44

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Presented by John S. Doyle.By RTÉ Radio 1

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"If somebody can make those threats against me, what could happen to somebody else?" 18:18

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Simon Harris, Tánaiste and Minister for Defence, Foreign Affairs and Trade, and Fine Gael TD for Wicklow, outlines what his party is discussing at their annual think-in, ahead of the new Dáil term.By RTÉ Radio 1