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Sam McBride on Irish Unity, Unionism, and the Future of Northern Ireland

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What does a United Ireland really mean — and what would it take to get there?

In this episode of Stormont Sources, investigative journalist Sam McBride joins David, Tim, and Michael McKernan to discuss his new book co-written with Fintan O’Toole, which presents both sides of the Irish unity debate.

🟦 For the Union:

McBride explains why unionism still benefits from the status quo — and why, despite Brexit, many in the Republic may prefer to keep things as they are.

🟩 For Irish Unity:

He also outlines the emotional and economic appeal of a new Ireland — “a revolution without bloodshed” — and why younger generations might see unification as an exciting chance to start fresh.


💬 Topics include:

  • Why unionist politicians avoid the debate
  • The “inevitability” narrative around Irish unity
  • The Ireland’s Future movement
  • Paramilitaries, violence, and what could happen if change comes too fast
  • How both sides can prepare for a serious, practical debate rather than wishful thinking

🎧 Subscribe for more balanced political analysis from Northern Ireland’s leading voices.


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What does a United Ireland really mean — and what would it take to get there?

In this episode of Stormont Sources, investigative journalist Sam McBride joins David, Tim, and Michael McKernan to discuss his new book co-written with Fintan O’Toole, which presents both sides of the Irish unity debate.

🟦 For the Union:

McBride explains why unionism still benefits from the status quo — and why, despite Brexit, many in the Republic may prefer to keep things as they are.

🟩 For Irish Unity:

He also outlines the emotional and economic appeal of a new Ireland — “a revolution without bloodshed” — and why younger generations might see unification as an exciting chance to start fresh.


💬 Topics include:

  • Why unionist politicians avoid the debate
  • The “inevitability” narrative around Irish unity
  • The Ireland’s Future movement
  • Paramilitaries, violence, and what could happen if change comes too fast
  • How both sides can prepare for a serious, practical debate rather than wishful thinking

🎧 Subscribe for more balanced political analysis from Northern Ireland’s leading voices.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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