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Primary School Teaching Principal, Sheila Jennings reads and translates news pieces from Gaeilge to English. The news articles are about topics such as current affairs, animal rights, climate change and all things STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and maths). These episodes are for people wishing to improve their knowledge of the Irish language whilst keeping up to date with news and what's going on in the area of STEAM around the world. News articles read from Eipic (Irish News ...
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Talking Translations brings together an Irish writer and a translator for each episode, sharing stories from one language to another. Our hope is to share these stories across the globe, in many different languages. To read the original short story and translation online, and to discover more about what we do, visit www.literatureireland.com. Literature Ireland is the national organisation for the promotion of Irish literature abroad, primarily in translation. We are funded by Culture Irelan ...
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Dispatches from a not so dead language. Hosted by Darach O'Séaghdha and The Irish For… @theirishfor (https://twitter.com/Motherfocloir) Follow the show on twitter @motherfocloir or email us at motherfocloir@headstuff.org
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The daily dose of madness and intrigue from Sean Moncrieff and his rebel radio crew Listen and subscribe to Moncrieff Highlights on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App. You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'
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Language unites and divides us. It mystifies and delights us. Patrick Cox and Kavita Pillay tell the stories of people with all kinds of linguistic passions: comedians, writers, researchers; speakers of endangered languages; speakers of multiple languages; and just speakers—people like you and me.
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The World in Words podcast is about languages and the people who speak them. Hosted by The World's Patrick Cox and Nina Porzucki.
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We are people across the world standing up for humanity and human rights. We expose spiritual abuse from high control religious groups, particularly Jehovah's Witnesses, whatever their claims to higher authority may be. Our purpose is to educate the public about such movements, provide an online network where everyone is welcome to contribute and to enable a safe non-judgmental place for people to find healing and comfort and community with their fellows. We are a global online network with ...
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As part of this year’s IMRAM Irish-Language Literature festival, one particular event seeks to translate songs from two of Taylor Swift’s pandemic albums. But, how does the project work? Joining Kieran to discuss is Cian MacCárthaigh, from the band IMLÉ.
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Keith Barry on his hypnotic new book!
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A world-renowned mentalist, entertainer and subconscious mind specialist, Keith Barry needs no introductions. In his new book ‘Sleep Hacks', he unveils his unique approach: integrating hypnosis, neuroscience and brain-hacking techniques to assist anyone who is struggling to attain deep, rejuvenating sleep. Kieth joins Seán in front of a live crowd …
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Dublin City Council has already been using drones for the last five years, but soon, unmanned drones could be perched on rooftops across Dublin ready to make deliveries to different locations across the city. Joining Seán to discuss this plan is Jamie Cudden, Smart City Lead in Dublin City Council…
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Over 20,000 people will take part in the Dublin Marathon this weekend, with some achieving a lifelong goal to do it. While it’s a huge achievement, what impact does running at this distance have on your body? Dr Niall Moyna, Professor of Clinical Exercise Physiology at DCU has been doing some research on this, and joins Seán to discuss.…
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New investigation into the dark money of Opus Dei
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A new investigation into the financial activities of Opus Dei shines a light on an organisation which has traditionally operated in the shadows… Joining Seán to discuss is Gareth Gore, Investigative Journalist and author of ‘Opus: dark money, a secretive cult, and its mission to remake our world’. Image: Scribe UK…
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How was a new Bram Stoker story discovered?
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A story written by Bram Stoker in the 1890s will feature at this weekend’s Dublin City Council Bram Stoker Festival. But, how exactly did it come to light? Joining Seán to discuss is writer and Bram Stoker enthusiast, Brian Cleary…
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Controversy is brewing as Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch, a notorious figure in Irish crime, is considering running as an independent candidate in Dublin Central's general election. Hutch, who was acquitted of murder last year, could be challenging political heavyweights like Mary Lou McDonald and Paschal Donohoe for a seat. But, with a criminal past, is h…
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How autism assistance dogs are trained
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Last week, the latest set of autism assistance dogs graduated from their training school. These dogs can prove essential in so many aspects of the autistic person’s life, particularly in children. One of those organisations tasked with training these dogs is Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland. David McCarthy is Head of Fundraising and Communications an…
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When Bill Gates set his coders to work on Microsoft Excel, his ambition was to woo the world’s accountants. 40 years on, and it’s now being used for everything from planning weddings, to children’s parties. Seán is joined by Stephen O‘Leary, Founder at Olytico to discuss why it’s so widely used.
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How electroconvulsive therapy helps depression
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A headset, which zaps the brains of people suffering from depression, was able to improve symptoms in over 64% of the patients involved in the trial. This therapy is known as transcranial direct current stimulation, and differs from the more commonly known electroconvulsive therapy or ECT. To tell more about this, Seán is joined by Sarah Kittel-Sch…
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A recent survey by Capital Credit Union reveals that one in ten Irish adults have no savings, while 65% have less than €5,000 set aside for emergencies. Worryingly, over three in ten people in their 30s have less than €500 put away. But, how much should we really be saving at different stages of life? In your 20s, 30s, or even planning for retireme…
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The life of a tour photographer
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You might love looking at pictures of your favourite artists performing on stage, but did you ever wonder what it’s like to be the person behind the camera? Seán’s guest has toured with the likes of Hozier, and had her pictures of Glastonbury used across the globe. Photographer Ruth Medjber joins to discuss. Image: Ruthless Imagery…
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Boxty is an Irish potato favourite, but a campaign is gathering speed to secure Protected Geographical Indication status for its home in the northwest of the country. Joining Seán to discuss is Marian Harkin, Independent TD for Sligo Leitrim and one of the leaders of the campaign. Image: Ian Knauer
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Watching TV together: a lost experience?
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While communal television viewing was part and parcel of several generations of Irish children, the same cannot be said of today, where streaming, the diminishment of live TV and the rise of smartphones has made this collective experience rarer and rarer. But, what has been lost? Joining Seán to discuss is Colman Noctor, Child Psychologist and Colu…
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How to properly talk to someone with a stutter
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Tomorrow marks International Stuttering Awareness Day. It is believed that about 50,000 people in Ireland currently have a stutter, but is there a right way and a wrong way to help someone who is struggling to get their words out? Joining Seán to discuss is Dr. Jonathan Linklater, Speech Therapist and Development Manager for the Irish Stammering As…
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The people of Seaview near Kilmore in Wexford have been watching the coast encroach on their homes over the past five years. They’ve been allocated over €650,000 to help stop this erosion, but unfortunately this is not a long-term solution, as it will move the problem up the coast. Joining Seán to discuss is Lisa McDonald, Fiana Fáil Cllr for Rossl…
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Despite the experiences of a global pandemic, many people continue to insist on coming into the office when they’re sick. So, is this a valiant and impressive show of strength, or are they putting everyone else at risk? Joining Seán to discuss is Pilita Clarke, Columnist with the Financial Times.
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Do you like being alone? - Henry McKean Asks
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Britney Spears has announced that she's married again... to herself. The singer posted a video on social media wearing a white dress and veil, while carrying a bouquet. She's captioned it by telling fans it's the "most brilliant thing" she's ever done. So (maybe not as much as Britney), do you like your own company? Do you go to the cinema on your …
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After a six-year hiatus, the Victoria Secret Fashion show returned this week. It has faced massive controversy in the past for glamourising weight loss and perpetuating unrealistic standards of beauty… But, has it changed? Joining Seán to discuss is Laura Mullet, Journalist and Celebrity Fashion Stylist.…
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According to a new survey, aggressive car beeping has become more common, as well as offensive hand gestures and giving out, but why is this? And what are our worst driving habits? Eugene Drennan, Spokesperson for the Irish Road Haulage Association, joins Seán to discuss.
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Over in the UK, an emu that was abandoned by her parents has been raised by a chicken, named Nugget. But, how does that work? Joining Seán to discuss is Polly Bramham, Living Collections Manager, Birdworld.
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Mick Barry breaks rules by bringing prop into Dáil chamber
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Earlier this week, the TD Mick Barry produced a bottle of tap water in the Dáil chamber in order to support an argument he was making. But, what exactly are the rules around prop use in our parliament? Joining Seán to discuss is Paul Hosford, Deputy Political Editor of the Irish Examiner… Image: Oireachtas TV…
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Many pet owners get concerned at this time of the year about what is the best way to shield their dogs from exploding fireworks. One expert believes that playing reggae music to your pets may well be the solution. Joining Seán to discuss is Dog Behaviourist and Trainer, Suzie Walsh.
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The world of competitive conkers erupted in controversy after questions were raised about the integrity of a conker belonging to the winner of the annual championship. Joining Seán to discuss is Neil Horton, Landlord of the Southwick Shuckburgh Arms in Northamptonshire and Committee Member of the World Conker Committee……
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How hard is it to have a ‘bromance’? - Henry McKean Asks
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Writing in the Irish Examiner, Bernard O’Shea claims that bromances are “tighter than your jeans after Christmas dinner”. How true is this? And how hard are they to form? Henry McKean has been out asking the public about their bromances, and joins Seán to discuss.
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