Best Tech Radio Ireland Podcasts (2025)

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1093: Air Today Gone Tomorrow 56:07

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This week, why Apple might be pulling the plug on the iPhone Air before it's barely started and what Tim Cook's potential departure next year could mean for the company's direction. We also look at how 20% of the internet went dark this week and are we watching an AI bubble burst in real-time. Plus, we talk about how colleges can embrace AI instead…

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How many subscriptions do you have? 4:30

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How many subscriptions do you have? Or is that a question you even know the answer to? A survey last week found that over half of Irish adults admit to paying for a subscription service but never using it. So do we need to become much more disciplined in how we manage all the number of subscriptions we have? All to chat with Kel Galavan, Mrs Smart …

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Portugal says no to Ryanair’s digital only boarding passes 10:24

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Portugal has said Ryanair passengers must be able to board using physical boarding passes despite a new rule implemented by the airline that only digital passes could be accepted. Australia is also banning the use of powerbanks aboard flights. All to discuss with Eoghan Corry, Editor, TravelExtra.

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DCC to increase rents for tenants living in social housing 12:58

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Dublin City Council last night voted by a margin of just one vote to pass its budget and, included in it, a provision to increase rents for tenants living in social housing. To discuss this we heard from Cllr Daryl Barron, Group Leader, Fianna Fáil and also Cllr Conor Reddy, Group Leader, People Before Profit Solidarity.…

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The most annoying thing about parent-teacher meetings! 5:55

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It’s parent-teacher meeting season and while the experience can be a joy for some parents and teachers, that’s not quite the case for everyone. So, what’s the most annoying thing about parent-teacher meetings? Is it parents who hog teachers? Jonathan asked Jen Hogan, Irish Times journalist and Host of Conversations with parents' podcast and Simon L…

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Ireland's growing number of women farmers 12:17

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Female farmers are central to food security and climate resilience - So wrote President Mary Robinson ahead the COP 30 summit. So, who are Ireland's growing number of women farmers. Is the future of Irish farming female? Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports.

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Red card for Idrissa Gueye he slapped his teammate 11:19

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At the Everton match last night, midfielder Idrissa Gueye has sparked huge discourse after he slapped his teammate, Michael Keane. He got sent off with a red card, but some are arguing that the punishment was far too harsh. But should violence on the pitch be normalised? Joining Jonothan to discuss this is Business and Life Coach Mark Fennell.…

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Memo on scoping inquiry into Shine to go before Cabinet 6:19

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Adrienne Reilly, CEO of the Dignity 4 Patients group, discusses the details of a memorandum, which could go before cabinet as early as tomorrow, aimed at establishing a scoping inquiry into the activities of former doctor and convicted child sex abuser Michael Shine.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Toy drive for children living in International Protection and homeless accommodation 3:31

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Daniel Lambert, Bohemian FC Chief Operations Officer, discusses the clubs eighth annual Toy Drive for children living in International Protection and homeless accommodation.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Dublin City Council narrowly passes annual budget amid rent hike protests 4:41

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Samantha Libreri, Eastern correspondent, reports on a Dublin City Council budget vote last night which will result in social housing tenants provided by DCC facing rent hikes from April next year.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Amnesty petition calling on TikTok to do more to protect children from harmful content 4:37

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Stephen Bowen, Executive Director of Amnesty International Ireland, outlines why they are delivering a global petition to TikTok's office in Dublin today asking the platform to do more to protect children from harmful content.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Six dead in 'massive' Russian strike amid US peace push 6:28

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Michael O'Flaherty, Commissioner for Human Rights of the Council of Europe, discusses his call for peace in Ukraine to be anchored in the international human rights framework.By RTÉ Radio 1

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'Our forever dream home' turned into a nightmare 6:52

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Mayo homeowner Nicola Byrne explains why defective concrete blocks forced her out of her home, ahead of a protest at Leinster House.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Asylum seekers may pay up to 40% of income for accommodation under plan 6:34

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Political Correspondent, Paul Cunningham on the latest plans due before Cabinet related to immigration.By RTÉ Radio 1

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7:10am It Says In The Papers 3:02

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Presented by Ronan Kelly.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Cases against James Comey and Letitia James dismissed 9:50

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Sean Whelan, Washington Correspondent, reports on the decision by a US federal judge to dismiss criminal charges against former FBI director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James.By RTÉ Radio 1

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8:35am Sports News 6:06

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Presented by Darren Frehill.By RTÉ Radio 1

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7:35am Sports News 3:55

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Presented by Darren Frehill.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Weather Forecast 2:11

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Presented by Ailís Hankinson.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Witness appeal into 1981 death of milkman and son in Belfast 6:54

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Amanda Logan, Assistant Commissioner of the Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery, on an appeal for witnesses into the death of a man and child in Northern Ireland in 1981.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Gardaí investigate theft of 18 cattle worth £30,000 5:32

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Denis Drennan, Irish Creamery and Milk Suppliers Association President, reacts to the theft of 18 cattle from a West Cork farm and explains the impact it has on farmers.By RTÉ Radio 1

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8:10am It Says In The Papers 3:26

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Presented by Ronan Kelly.By RTÉ Radio 1

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8am News Bulletin 5:59

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Presented by Susan Jackson.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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Ask The Expert: Dental care 8:37

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Our expert today was The tooth fairy Dr Bronagh Keane. Bronagh gave our listeners advice on dental care and answered our dental queries.

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Travel with Pol: The sights of Istanbul 11:04

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From its Grand bazaar to Blue Mosque, and street food to street cats, Istanbul is one of the great global cities. So what’s it like to visit? To tell us more was Irish Independent Travel Editor Pol Ó Conghaile.

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Reports of immigration rule changes 13:06

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Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration Jim O'Callaghan is due to meet the European Commissioner for Migration, Magnus Brunner today. The meeting comes as reports of immigration rule changes may mean some refugees claiming social welfare payments might not be able to get citizenship. Jonothan discusses this in more detail with Sean Defoe N…

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Outrage from Chapelizod locals over the new BusConnects routes 11:11

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There has been outrage from communities over the new BusConnects routes. Locals in Chapelizod in Dublin say they've been completely cut off since the new 80 route replaced their 26 bus. The crowd for a public meeting was so large that it was split into two sessions in order to hear all the complaints raised. For more on this Jonoathan spoke to Soci…

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How to protect yourself from new flu strain 12:11

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A new flu strain has started to circulate with six people having died this winter from the flu already. EU health experts are saying the strain has arrived much earlier this year than usual, with the number of cases increasing by over 40% last week. Dr Éamonn O’Moore, Director of National Health Protection from the HSE explains how we can protect o…

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The US and Ukraine are to continue working on peace plan 7:43

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The US and Ukraine are to continue working on the proposed 28 point peace plan following a meeting in Geneva yesterday. We get the latest with Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies, Bradford University.

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A look back on the weekend of sport with Colm Boohig 5:25

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There was disappointment for rugby fans this weekend as Ireland were beaten by South Africa in the Aviva stadium. The 11 point win by the Springboks ended their 13-year wait to claim victory in Dublin. Meanwhile it was another big weekend for Arsenal in the Premier League. The Gunners’ came up trumps in its game against Tottenham to put the team ba…

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Is nimbyism at the heart of the Irish planning system? 7:29

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Reforms must tackle judicial and public procurement processes to deliver infrastructure. When political will and technical expertise align, Ireland can achieve anything. But we need to tackle the roadblocks first. All to discuss with Shane Dempsey, Director General of the Association of Consulting Engineers Ireland.…

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"Dublin isn’t a bargain bucket tourism destination" 9:11

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Dublin isn’t a ‘bargain bucket’ tourism destination. That’s according to the founder of the Little Museum. However, Trevor White is concerned about Ireland’s over reliance on the North American market. Trevor explained all to Jonathan this morning.

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The concerning number of teens opting for weight loss jabs 16:11

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Doctors are warning that there has been a rise in the number of teens opting for weight loss jabs. An investigation by the Irish Daily Mail found over a six hundred percent increase in the seizure of unauthorised weight loss drugs entering Ireland within the last year. One of those concerned about this is Professor Donal O’Shea, HSE National Clinic…

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Reducing greenhouse gas emissions couldn't be more urgent 5:31

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Lisa Ryan, Professor of Energy Economics at the UCD School of Economics and Energy Institute, reflects on what was agreed at Cop30.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Mary Robinson reacts to COP30 7:55

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Mary Robinson, former President of Ireland and Chair of The Elders, outlines her reaction to COP30 which was held in Belém, Brazil.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Weather Forecast 2:03

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Presented by Donal Egan.By RTÉ Radio 1

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"Russia still intends to eliminate us as a nation" 8:20

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Mariia Mezentseva, Ukrainian MP and a member of President Zelensky’s Servant of the People party, discusses proposals to end the war in UkraineBy RTÉ Radio 1

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US, Ukraine to continue work on 'refined' Russia peace plan 5:57

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Imogen Foulkes, BBC Geneva correspondent, outlines the latest developments after a day of negotiations in Geneva, aimed at bringing an end to the war in Ukraine.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Roll-out of new tech to support workers with disabilities 5:16

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Alan Craughwell, AssistiV Ireland CEO, discusses the national roll out of new technology to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in work.By RTÉ Radio 1

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The growth of Gaeilge in Britain 4:14

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Tommy Meskill, London Correspondent, reports on the surge of interest in learning the Irish language in Britain.By RTÉ Radio 1

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Online investment fraud on the rise in Ireland 7:23

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Detective Superintendent Michael Cryan, of the Garda National Economic Crime Bureau, outlines some of the reasons why online investment fraud is on the rise in Ireland.By RTÉ Radio 1