Best GoLoud Podcasts (2025)

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Knockin' Shop. Episode 158 1:15:21

24m ago1:15:21

1:15:21

Trigger Warnings: Mentions of stalking, obsessive behaviour and arson Friends! Two episodes two weeks in a row, can you believe it? This week is part two of the case of the murder of 36 year old Olivia Dunlea. Olivia was a mother of three who was brutally murdered by her boyfriend of only 6 weeks. Once again we would like to extend our sincerest sy…

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Opinions Matter EXTRA – The Uncut Version - Ep. 19 1:07:14

1h ago1:07:14

1:07:14

On this special weekend episode of the Opinions Matter podcast - Adrian & Jeremy talk the most random rubbish...as they get stuff off their chest! You'll hear the lads talk about "Biscuit Betty" losing a thumb...why are women cagey about their age...Adrian's good news...and Katie sounds as husky as Miley Cyrus!!…

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Lisa Harding on leaving acting, finding writing, and remembering those crazy college years 47:12

3h ago47:12

47:12

Lisa Harding and I go way back, right back to Trinity College Dublin in the early 90s where we both did our degrees and became very involved in acting. We both went on to pursue acting careers, however neither of us decided to stay on that path but we ended up succeeding in different, yet still related careers. In Lisa’s case, that career was writi…

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"My Boyfriends Shocking Revelation has Made me Feel Sick and Gross" 36:09

19m ago36:09

36:09

Today on the show we heard from a woman who has been left reeling after her boyfriend made a shocking revelation... She said that the thought of what she now knows has sickened her and left her feeling "grossed out". She also said that she doesn't know if she can continue with the relationship... This really divided people!!…

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#286 Bears Are People Too 57:47

7h ago57:47

57:47

The lads discuss inappropriate dining, electric bike etiquette and a man's need for sympathy.

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Shock Over Dublin Man's Reaction to Girlfriend Getting a Tattoo 58:08

1d ago58:08

58:08

Today on The Opinions Matter podcast we heard from a man who is disgusted after realising that the woman he has been getting close to on tinder is covered in tattoos... We asked if tattoos are really that much of a turnoff and we spoke to someone who really didn't hold back... but what happened next really got us!! We heard from a woman who got a t…

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Episode 217 w/ Sam Millar Part 2 1:18:09

3d ago1:18:09

1:18:09

In the first half of this episode, we heard all about Sam’s upbringing in the north, joining the IRA, and his brutal treatment in the H Blocks. But that’s not the end of Sam’s story, after being released from prison he headed off to the US where he undertook one of the biggest thefts in US history - Robbing $7.4 million! Sam told us about his decis…

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Unsupervised Learners: A Shortcut to Danger? Episode 403 1:27:55

3d ago1:27:55

1:27:55

In this episode, Niall asks: Should learner drivers be allowed to drive unaccompanied? The debate heats up after Fianna Fáil TD Cathal Crowe suggested that current rules — which require learners to be accompanied by a fully licensed driver — are too restrictive, especially for students and young people living in rural areas. Supporters of relaxing …

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"Either Learn English or Get Out of The Country" - Callers Demand 48:19

20m ago48:19

48:19

On this episode we debated a new UK policy where working visas will only be granted if you can speak good English. We asked of the same should be done here or is that "linguistic racism", as one caller claimed.

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Episode 217 w/ Sam Millar - Unusual Suspects 29:56

1d ago29:56

29:56

If you listened to Part 1 of our interview with Sam Millar, you know that we first heard his story from our producer Eoin, who was working on a documentary called Unusual Suspects. That series won Silver at the New York Festival Radio Awards and we think it's worth giving you all a chance to listen to it before the rest of the interview is out tomo…

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Do you regret having children? Episode 402 1:22:30

3h ago1:22:30

1:22:30

In this episode, Niall explores a deeply taboo question: Do people ever regret having children? It's a topic most parents are too ashamed or afraid to speak about publicly—but for some, the feeling is real. The conversation begins with an email from a listener who admits they love their children but quietly wonder what life might’ve looked like wit…

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Man Who Assaulted Garda Moans That He Can't Get a Job Now Over Conviction 39:35

3h ago39:35

39:35

On this episode 'Gaz' demanded google remove his name from searches because he can't get a job. He was convicted and imprisoned for assaulting a Garda...but every potential employer seems to google his name and then turn him down for the job, when they find a news story about his crime.

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Episode 217 w/ Sam Millar Part 1 1:16:08

1h ago1:16:08

1:16:08

We went all the way to Belfast for this episode and nearly missed our train home because we couldn't stop talking to Sam. Sam Millar is a former member of the IRA, having joined when he was just 15 after Bloody Sunday and seeing the brutal murder of his best friend for being Catholic. Sam spent 8 years in the H Blocks on the blanket and no wash pro…

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Would You Pay Illegal Migrants to Leave? Episode 401 1:24:02

1d ago1:24:02

1:24:02

In this episode, Niall asks: Should Ireland pay illegal migrants to leave the country? The discussion comes after Donald Trump announced plans to offer flights to help undocumented migrants “self-deport,” warning that those who refuse would face the full force of the law. Should Ireland consider a similar approach—offering cash incentives for volun…

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Bonus - Kilkenny City Cold Cases 27:53

16h ago27:53

27:53

This episode was originally published as a Patreon exclusive on 5 May 2019. Two women were murdered in the 1980's in Kilkenny. They were unconnected, and unsolved. It would be years before the two murders were "rediscovered" by the Garda Cold Case Unit - the National Serious Crime Review Unit. Appeals for information were made to the public, and no…

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Jeremy Branded a KAREN Over Dublin Beer Garden Incident 52:22

1d ago52:22

52:22

On this episode Jeremy hit out at smoking being allowed in a beer garden!! He said his "dining experience was ruined by people smoking" in what was a 'designated smoking area'!!

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Opinions Matter EXTRA – The Uncut Version - Ep. 18 37:25

3d ago37:25

37:25

On this special weekend episode of the Opinions Matter podcast - Adrian & Jeremy talk the most random rubbish...as they get stuff off their chest! You'll hear the lads talk about the ridiculous rules Jeremy had for his wedding...what does "eating the taco" mean...and much more besides!

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Father Reveals LIVE On Air That 8 Year Old Daughter Has Snapchat Account! 49:44

4d ago49:44

49:44

A conversation about Teens being banned from social media takes an unexpected turn when a fater admits, live on air, that his 8 year old has a snapchat AND tictok account! This episode is nuts. (There are actually two seperate topics in this episode for you to listen to)

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The mad story of the Kerryman who brought Muhammad Ali to Ireland 45:42

4d ago45:42

45:42

Picture the scene – its 1972, Ireland is a very different place to what it is today, the country is very monocultural and feels isolated out on the periphery of Europe. Its all a bit grey. Enter from stage left, one of the most interesting, charismatic and successful sports stars in the world – the great Muhammad Ali – and he’s here to fight in Cro…

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Episode 216 - Rescheduled 26:08

5d ago26:08

26:08

We've made a trip outside Dublin to record a podcast for the first time ever and it's gone very well. So well we weren't back in time to send it to you at the usual time. BUT fear not! To make up for it we bring you next week's bonus episode early so sit back and enjoy Calvin's game changing revelation about traffic lights. We hear their Spice Girl…

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Feminist Caller Goes On Mad Rant Over Why She Hates Men 50:25

5d ago50:25

50:25

On this episode we discussed a feminist march in Dublin against "the Manosphere". We asked if toxic masculinity and misogyny are at crisis levels...and who's to blame?

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The Breast Is Yet to Come: Embracing Public Feeding Episode 400 1:27:18

6d ago1:27:18

1:27:18

In this episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, we’re asking: Should mothers be free to breastfeed anywhere they choose—or should there be limits? The conversation stems from a viral post showing a mother breastfeeding her baby in public with the caption challenging people to stop demanding mothers be “respectful” while feeding their child. While brea…

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Salt and Chilli Chicken Chunks and Cat Abortions. Episode 157 58:08

6d ago58:08

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Trigger Warnings: Mentions of stalking, obsessive behaviour and arson You're not gonna believe this, lads but we're BACK! This week Emma covers the case of the murder of 36 year old Olivia Dunlea. Olivia was a mother of three who was brutally murdered by her boyfriend of only 6 weeks. This is part one of a two part episode that will conclude next n…

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"My 26yr Old Son Just Bought A House..Stop Being Lazy And You Can Do It Too" 52:09

6d ago52:09

52:09

"You can get on the property ladder too... just stop being lazy and stop wasting your money on holidays"..... This father really caused a stir on this episode by claiming that its quite easy to get on the property ladder

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Dr. Marcus de Brun: The Level of Incompetence Could Only Be Described as Manslaughter 52:46

11d ago52:46

52:46

Dr. Marcus de Brun joins Niall Boylan to expose what he calls a dark chapter in Ireland’s COVID-19 response—one marked by censorship, coercion, and what he describes as “manslaughter in slow motion.” A former GP and former member of the Irish Medical Council, de Brun now faces the possible loss of his medical licence. “I’ve been accused of miscondu…

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Dublin Shop Worker Criticised For Wanting A Ban On Muslim Women Wearing Burqa's 41:50

12d ago41:50

41:50

On this episode Tanya told us how she finds it intimidating when Muslim women come into her shop wearing a full face covering (Burqa). She called for Ireland to follow the lead of countries like France, Switzerland, Belgium etc. by banning them altogether.

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#399 How Much Do You Make? Soon Everyone Will Know 1:27:35

12d ago1:27:35

1:27:35

In this episode, Niall asks: Would knowing your co-worker’s salary make the workplace fairer – or just more toxic? The discussion is sparked by the EU’s new directive on pay transparency, which will soon require companies to publish salary ranges for advertised roles and allow employees to request the salary range for their own positions. This move…

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Bonus: The Bee Team 24:46

9d ago24:46

24:46

Things get competitive as Terence announces he will never, and could never, lose a spelling bee – and is quickly forced into backing up his big talk. We end up in a sudden death spelling scenario, with deceptions, threats and ice cream. Calvin has been waving at gardai – or maybe it was the other way around – but either way Terry isn’t letting him …

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Opinions Matter EXTRA – The Uncut Version - Ep. 17 56:31

10d ago56:31

56:31

On this special weekend episode of the Opinions Matter podcast - Adrian & Jeremy talk the most random rubbish...as they get stuff off their chest! You'll hear how one of the lads met Jeffrey Epsteins doppleganger...we ask why you've to be silent at some sports, but not others...and are you a water snob???…

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Mum Admits She's Raising Her Child 'Gender Neutral'...and Listeners Go Nuts! 59:30

11d ago59:30

59:30

On this episode Vanessa and her partner Mark spoke openly about why they decided to raise their child 'gender neutral'. They use he/they pronouns for Oisin. However listners were very triggered by their honesty.

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Going full Cork with Reggie, Blackrock Road 57:36

11d ago57:36

57:36

As a big fan of all things Cork, I was delighted a couple of years back to come across a fantastic ‘pure-cork’ comedy character called Reggie from the Blackrock Road. Reggie is a very old-money, conservative and highly snobby character who has a lot to say about a lot of people, very little of it complimentary. I find him hilarious. Reggie is the b…

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#285 Stroke Rapport 53:26

12d ago53:26

53:26

The lads discuss financial constraints, traffic wardens and broken playgrounds.

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Episode 215 w/ Tom O'Mahoney 1:11:36

12d ago1:11:36

1:11:36

Comedian and self proclaimed 'culchie' Tom O'Mahoney joined us this week for a few laughs. We got distracted right off the bat by Tom's moustache and Terence's concern that his wet jacket was a result of a leak rather than the rain he'd been outside in. Tom told us about his experience in the world of posh Dub's, having both famously played one on …

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"Parents Ought To Be Ashamed of Themselves Feeding Their Kids Dead Flesh" 38:58

12d ago38:58

38:58

On this episode a Vegan activist condemed parents who DON'T feed their kids a plant based diet..She described it as child abuse to feed kids meat, saying: "they don't need to eat corpses, full of worms, maggots, puss, blood and misery!"

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#398 Pointless Protests: Is the Government Listening? 1:36:15

17d ago1:36:15

1:36:15

In this episode, Niall asks: Do protests still have the power to make a difference—or are they being ignored? The discussion follows last weekend’s enormous demonstration in Dublin, where tens of thousands flooded O’Connell Street in a grassroots protest against Ireland’s immigration policy. Despite the protest's size, it received minimal media att…

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Anti-Immigration Caller Claims That "Our Children Are No Longer Safer" Due To Open Borders 49:38

13d ago49:38

49:38

Things got very heated on this episode when Adrian and Jeremy went head to head with an anti-immigration activist who made a series of claims about attempted child abductions.

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#397 Three Bedrooms, One Pensioner: Fair or Selfish? 1:50:52

18d ago1:50:52

1:50:52

In this episode, Niall asks: Should older people living alone in three-bedroom council houses be required to downsize to make way for younger families? As Ireland’s housing crisis deepens, the question of how social housing is allocated has sparked a new debate. With growing numbers of families stuck in emergency accommodation and a severe shortage…

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Ep 202: When the Pope met the Yup Bros 46:17

13d ago46:17

46:17

We have a yearning for a good pub quiz, while Darren is realigning himself with life back in his old chair in the studio. Joe wants to become a biker and Darren wants to become a wedding planner – but he’s worried about getting his spelling right. Joe unveils a controversial t-shirt and there’s a lot of talk about the passing of Pope Francis, with …

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Dublin Mum Blames Gambling Apps for Destroying Her Sons Life 47:41

14d ago47:41

47:41

On this episode Mairead called for an outright ban on mobile phone gambling apps...after she discovered her son has six on his phone and is spending every penny he earns gambling! Is this the answer to problem gambling?

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Bonus: Live and Dangerous 26:33

15d ago26:33

26:33

We have a special bonus episode for you this week, with a lot of it recorded from the stage in Vicar Street as we prepared to begin our live show on Sunday. There's a lot of chaos around us as we try to answer a few listener questions, from superstitions to trademarked catchphrases and an unfortunate fall. We then bring some unreleased classics fro…

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Sexual Assault Victim Slams People for Supporting McGregor at Rally 48:17

18d ago48:17

48:17

On this episode Fiona told us how horrified she is that so many people are "fan-girling" Conor McGregor in his anti-immigration stance. She said it's an insult to sexual assault survivors like herself that people conmt

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#396 Is Animal Testing a Necessary Evil? 1:25:06

16d ago1:25:06

1:25:06

In this episode, Niall asks: Is animal testing a necessary evil? The Irish Anti-Vivisection Society (IAVS) has condemned the grim reality that over 106,000 animals — including cats and dogs — were used in painful experiments in Ireland last year. With growing public outrage, Niall discusses whether all animal use in medical research should now be b…

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