Listen! With Frank Mitchell
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5108: LISTEN¦ Money saved or an opportunity missed? The UK government says it won't fund the projected £400m build cost of a new Casement Park in time for the Euros.
Money saved or an opportunity missed? The UK government says it won't fund the projected £400m build cost of a new Casement Park in time for the Euros. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5107: LISTEN¦ Should we raise the age limit for social media? Australia is setting a minimum age amid concerns over physical and mental health of young people. Frank spoke to top cyber security expert Wayne Denner
Should we raise the age limit for social media? Australia is setting a minimum age amid concerns over physical and mental health of young people. Frank spoke to top cyber security expert Wayne Denner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5106: LISTEN¦ Will banning junk food advertising before 9pm help fix the obesity crisis? Or is it another example of the 'nanny state'? Frank got the thoughts of Fionola Meredith
Will banning junk food advertising before 9pm help fix the obesity crisis? Or is it another example of the 'nanny state'? Frank got the thoughts of Fionola Meredith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5105: LISTEN¦ Should we still bow or curtsy when meeting a member of the Royal Family? Or is it an outdated tradition? Jude Law, who played Henry VIII, told an interviewer everyone should be treated the same
Should we still bow or curtsy when meeting a member of the Royal Family? Or is it an outdated tradition? Jude Law, who played Henry VIII, told an interviewer everyone should be treated the same Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
LISTEN¦ Should MPs be paid less if the UK economy struggles? An ex-government advisor has suggested politicians are too insulated from the consequences of their decision making. Frank spoke to Prof Jon Tonge
Should MPs be paid less if the UK economy struggles? An ex-government advisor has suggested politicians are too insulated from the consequences of their decision making. Frank spoke to Prof Jon Tonge Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5104: LISTEN¦ Is it demeaning for a school to measure girls' skirts? Parents of pupils at a school on the Isle of Wight have been critical after pupils were lined up to have skirts measured under a new policy. Frank spoke to Kim Kelly
Is it demeaning for a school to measure girls' skirts? Parents of pupils at a school on the Isle of Wight have been critical after pupils were lined up to have skirts measured under a new policy. Frank spoke to Kim Kelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5103: LISTEN¦ The conditions might not suit the players, but Newcastle will be 'jumping' for the return of the Irish Open to Royal County Down. Frank spoke to Off The Ball's Nathan Murphy about everything from the weather to Mayo GAA and Casement Park
The conditions might not suit the players, but Newcastle will be 'jumping' for the return of the Irish Open to Royal County Down. Frank spoke to Off The Ball's Nathan Murphy about everything from the weather to Mayo GAA and Casement Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5102: LISTEN¦ What's it like, as a golf fan, to be the barber of choice for some of the world's top players? Frank spoke to Neal Toner, owner of JFH Social barbershops
What's it like, as a golf fan, to be the barber of choice for some of the world's top players? Frank spoke to Neal Toner, owner of JFH Social barbershops Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5101: LISTEN¦ What makes Royal County Down one of the world's top courses? Frank spoke to top golf course analysts James Henderson & Paddy Neil from Top 100 Golf Courses
What makes Royal County Down one of the world's top courses? Frank spoke to top golf course analysts James Henderson & Paddy Neil from Top 100 Golf Courses Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5100: LISTEN¦ Here's what to look out for at this year's Irish Open, at Royal County Down. Frank spoke to Adam McKendry from the Belfast Telegraph
Here's what to look out for at this year's Irish Open, at Royal County Down. Frank spoke to Adam McKendry from the Belfast Telegraph Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5099: LISTEN¦ Is a gift card a lazy present? Or does it just ensure the recipient gets what they want? Frank spoke to commentator Kim Kelly
Is a gift card a lazy present? Or does it just ensure the recipient gets what they want? Frank spoke to commentator Kim Kelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5098: LISTEN¦ Should the government increase tax on crisps, cakes and sugary coffee drinks? The Treasury is considering so-called 'sin taxes' as health bodies charities it will save lives - but are they fair?
5Should the government increase tax on crisps, cakes and sugary coffee drinks? The Treasury is considering so-called 'sin taxes' as health bodies charities it will save lives - but are they fair? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5097: LISTEN¦ Should a national team manager always sing the national anthem? England interim boss Lee Carlsey has faced calls to resign after he said he wouldn't sing 'God Save the King'. Frank spoke to Mick Fealty of Slugger O'Toole
Should a national team manager always sing the national anthem? England interim boss Lee Carlsey has faced calls to resign after he said he wouldn't sing 'God Save the King'. Frank spoke to Mick Fealty of Slugger O'Toole Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5096: LISTEN¦ Some patients are having to pay up to £5 a time for prescription deliveries, as pharmacies say they're facing huge cost pressures. Frank got the latest from Belfast Telegraph reporter Liam Tunney
Some patients are having to pay up to £5 a time for prescription deliveries, as pharmacies say they're facing huge cost pressures. Frank got the latest from Belfast Telegraph reporter Liam Tunney Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5094: LISTEN¦ With one in three young drivers admitting to taking a selfie behind the wheel and one in six texting and driving, should the driving age be raised to 21? Frank spoke to Fionola Meredith
With one in three young drivers admitting to taking a selfie behind the wheel and one in six texting and driving, should the driving age be raised to 21? Frank spoke to Fionola Meredith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5093: LISTEN¦ From trips to Ballyholme beach and sushi with strangers in his granny's house on the Lisburn Road, Milton Jones talked to Rick about his Northern Ireland connections - ahead of big shows in Belfast and Derry, later this month
From trips to Ballyholme beach and sushi with strangers in his granny's house on the Lisburn Road, Milton Jones talked to Rick about his Northern Ireland connections - ahead of big shows in Belfast and Derry, later this month Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5092: LISTEN¦ Childcare subsidies in the Republic have increased from today - how is our own Childcare Subsidy Scheme, announced in May, going? Rick spoke to Clare from Melted Parents NI
Childcare subsidies in the Republic have increased from today - how is our own Childcare Subsidy Scheme, announced in May, going? Rick spoke to Clare from Melted Parents NI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5091: LISTEN¦ Does Stormont have a long-term vision for improving the lives of people in Northern Ireland? Rick spoke to Ann Watt, from think tank Pivotal, about how are MLAs have performed since the institutions were restored
Does Stormont have a long-term vision for improving the lives of people in Northern Ireland? Rick spoke to Ann Watt, from think tank Pivotal, about how are MLAs have performed since the institutions were restored Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5090: LISTEN¦ How would you celebrate a big anniversary? With a skinny dip? That's just what British Naturism is doing to mark its 60th, along with raising funds for the RNLI which is 200 years old
How would you celebrate a big anniversary? With a skinny dip? That's just what British Naturism is doing to mark its 60th, along with raising funds for the RNLI which is 200 years old Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5089: LISTEN¦ Should parents think again when they upload 'first day of school' posts to social media? Rick spoke to top cyber security expert Wayne Denner
Should parents think again when they upload 'first day of school' posts to social media? Rick spoke to top cyber security expert Wayne Denner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5088: LISTEN¦ Colum Eastwood is to stand down as SDLP leader - has he left the party better than he found it and who will replace him? Rick spoke to Irish News political editor John Manley who broke the story
Colum Eastwood is to stand down as SDLP leader - has he left the party better than he found it and who will replace him? Rick spoke to Irish News political editor John Manley who broke the story Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5086: LISTEN¦ Founder of messaging app Telegram has been arrested by French authorities. A blow for free speech or clamping down on claims of criminality on the platform? Rick spoke to cyber security expert Wayne Denner
Founder of messaging app Telegram has been arrested by French authorities. A blow for free speech or clamping down on claims of criminality on the platform? Rick spoke to cyber security expert Wayne Denner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5085: LISTEN¦ Oasis are expected to get back together for a series of reunion gigs next year. With tickets likely to start from £100, will you be in the queue? Rick spoke to former showbiz editor Nigel Pauley
Oasis are expected to get back together for a series of reunion gigs next year. With tickets likely to start from £100, will you be in the queue? Rick spoke to former showbiz editor Nigel Pauley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5084: LISTEN¦ Would you like to see Belfast bars stay open later? Frank spoke to Hospitality Ulster chief executive Colin Neill
Would you like to see Belfast bars stay open later? Frank spoke to Hospitality Ulster chief executive Colin Neill Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5083: LISTEN¦ What's the most you've paid for a cup of tea? A pensioner has started a row after penning an angry letter about being charged £4.40 for two cups of tea . Frank spoke to blogger Helen McClements
What's the most you've paid for a cup of tea? A pensioner has started a row after penning an angry letter about being charged £4.40 for two cups of tea . Frank spoke to blogger Helen McClements Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5082: LISTEN¦ Should we reward our children for good exam results? Frank got the thoughts of Kim Kelly
Should we reward our children for good exam results? Frank got the thoughts of Kim Kelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5081: LISTEN¦ All eyes on you - are doorbell cameras infringing on our privacy? What happens to the data they collect? Frank spoke to cyber security expert Wayne Denner
All eyes on you - are doorbell cameras infringing on our privacy? What happens to the data they collect? Frank spoke to cyber security expert Wayne Denner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5080: LISTEN¦ Should we make parking more expensive, to encourage public transport or active travel? Frank spoke to Anne Madden from Sustrans and Glyn Roberts from Retail NI
Should we make parking more expensive, to encourage public transport or active travel? Frank spoke to Anne Madden from Sustrans and Glyn Roberts from Retail NI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5079: LISTEN¦ After the progressive leadership of Doug Beattie, what now for the Ulster Unionist Party? Frank spoke to former UUP comms chief Alex Kane and Slugger O'Toole editor Mick Fealty
After the progressive leadership of Doug Beattie, what now for the Ulster Unionist Party? Frank spoke to former UUP comms chief Alex Kane and Slugger O'Toole editor Mick Fealty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5078: LISTEN¦ A best man at a wedding has divided online opinion by proposing during his speech. Was the groom right to ask him to leave? Frank spoke to Helen McClements from Sour Wee Blog about wedding no-nos
A best man at a wedding has divided online opinion by proposing during his speech. Was the groom right to ask him to leave? Frank spoke to Helen McClements from Sour Wee Blog about wedding no-nos Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5077: LISTEN¦ Can politicians do more to prevent unrest? As Stormont is recalled, Frank spoke to MLAs Kate Nicholl of Alliance and the TUV's Timothy Gaston, as well as commentator Lata Sharma
Can politicians do more to prevent unrest? As Stormont is recalled, Frank spoke to MLAs Kate Nicholl of Alliance and the TUV's Timothy Gaston, as well as commentator Lata Sharma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5076: LISTEN¦ After a third night of disorder, a local health trust has warned that around ten nurses from overseas have said they may now leave Northern Ireland. Frank spoke to journalist Amanda Ferguson and Alliance health spokesperson Danny Donnelly
After a third night of disorder, a local health trust has warned that around ten nurses from overseas have said they may now leave Northern Ireland. Frank spoke to journalist Amanda Ferguson and Alliance health spokesperson Danny Donnelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5075: LISTEN¦ Could the re-appearance of blue-green algae on Lough Neagh pose serious health concerns? Frank spoke to expert Dr Neil Reid, from Queens University
Could the re-appearance of blue-green algae on Lough Neagh pose serious health concerns? Frank spoke to expert Dr Neil Reid, from Queens University Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5074: LISTEN¦ Another night of disorder in Belfast leads to calls for more resources for policing. Frank spoke to PA reporter Jonathan McCambridge, Cllr Séamas de Faoite and U105's Peter McVerry
Another night of disorder in Belfast leads to calls for more resources for policing. Frank spoke to PA reporter Jonathan McCambridge, Cllr Séamas de Faoite and U105's Peter McVerry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5073: LISTEN¦ Police are treating attacks on Belfast businesses at the weekend as hate crimes. What was behind the disorder? Frank spoke to journalist Amanda Ferguson, SDLP MLA Matthew O'Toole, GB News reporter Dougie Beattie and took calls from listeners
Police are treating attacks on Belfast businesses at the weekend as hate crimes. What was behind the disorder? Frank spoke to journalist Amanda Ferguson, SDLP MLA Matthew O'Toole, GB News reporter Dougie Beattie and took calls from listeners Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5072: LISTEN¦ Olympic boxing has been mired in controversy after an Algerian boxer who had failed a gender eligibility test was allowed to compete. Frank spoke to Fiona McAnena from Sex Matters
Olympic boxing has been mired in controversy after an Algerian boxer who had failed a gender eligibility test was allowed to compete. Frank spoke to Fiona McAnena from Sex Matters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5071: LISTEN¦ Were the Olympic organisers right to apologise for causing offence with its controversial opening ceremony? Frank spoke to Malachi O'Doherty, Mick Fealty and Pastor Paul Burns
Were the Olympic organisers right to apologise for causing offence with its controversial opening ceremony? Frank spoke to Malachi O'Doherty, Mick Fealty and Pastor Paul Burns Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5070: LISTEN¦ All Growed Up - the third in Tony Macaulay's best-selling trilogy of memoirs is being brought to life at Belfast's Lyric Theatre - Frank spoke to Tony and Dara McNaughton who plays Tony's teen self
All Growed Up - the third in Tony Macaulay's best-selling trilogy of memoirs is being brought to life at Belfast's Lyric Theatre - Frank spoke to Tony and Dara McNaughton who plays Tony's teen self Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5069: LISTEN¦ Should the Olympics drop equestrian sports over cruelty fears? Frank spoke to animal rights campaigner Andrew Goti, after a top rider was filmed repeatedly whipping her horse
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5068: LISTEN¦ Tigger (aka Damian McCullough) is back again to cheer on the Orchard County in Sunday's All-Ireland Final - for a great cause. He called in to chat to Frank
Tigger (aka Damian McCullough) is back again to cheer on the Orchard County in Sunday's All-Ireland Final - for a great cause. He called in to chat to Frank Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5067: LISTEN¦ Girls as young as 11 are developing anxiety around their appearance and planning future cosmetic procedures - Frank spoke to Save Face campaigner Ashton Collins and ex-showbiz reporter Kim Kelly
Girls as young as 11 are developing anxiety around their appearance and planning future cosmetic procedures - Frank spoke to Save Face campaigner Ashton Collins and ex-showbiz reporter Kim Kelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5066: LISTEN¦ How do you deal with anxiety? Can you escape the prison of past memories? Deirdre Maguire spoke to Frank and gave some useful tips
How do you deal with anxiety? Can you escape the prison of past memories? Deirdre Maguire spoke to Frank and gave some useful tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5065: LISTEN¦ Should zero hours contracts be banned? As economy minister Conor Murphy is expected to outlaw them, Frank got the thoughts of Unison rep Conor McCarthy
Should zero hours contracts be banned? As economy minister Conor Murphy is expected to outlaw them, Frank got the thoughts of Unison rep Conor McCarthy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5064: LISTEN¦ Do 'real' men cry? Deirdre Maguire talked to Frank about the taboo of tears
Do 'real' men cry? Deirdre Maguire talked to Frank about the taboo of tears Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5063: LISTEN¦ Grammy-nominated singer songwriters Keith and Kristyn Getty talk to Frank about hearing their music sung in churches worldwide and returning for a homecoming arena show at Christmas
Grammy-nominated singer songwriters Keith and Kristyn Getty talk to Frank about hearing their music sung in churches worldwide, performing with country legends and returning for a homecoming arena show at Christmas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5062: LISTEN¦ 'Community, connection, the opportunity to sing' - Becky Bellamy from charity Show Some Love, told Frank about the new non-religious Sunday Services at their city centre site
'Community, connection, the opportunity to sing' - Becky Bellamy from charity Show Some Love, told Frank about the new non-religious Sunday Services at their city centre site Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5061: LISTEN¦ 'They put my brother into an early grave and have still not paid a penny' - campaigner Margaret McGuckin spoke to Frank about her struggle to get the religious orders involved in historical abuse to contribute to a compensation scheme
'They put my brother into an early grave and have still not paid a penny' - campaigner Margaret McGuckin spoke to Frank about her struggle to get the religious orders involved in historical abuse to contribute to a compensation scheme Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5060: LISTEN¦ After selling out the Grand Opera House in record time, the Shamrock Tenors called in to chat to Frank, ahead of their return to the Belfast venue and shows in Derry's Millennium Forum and gigs in the US
After selling out the Grand Opera House in record time, the Shamrock Tenors called in to chat to Frank, ahead of their return to the Belfast venue and shows in Derry's Millennium Forum and gigs in the US Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5059: LISTEN¦ 'For young people with disabilities, when they turn 19 it's quite bleak, it's like a cliff-edge' - ahead of a protest, Alma White, whose son Caleb has autism, OCD and ADHD, told Frank about the need for legal backing for SEN provision
'For young people with disabilities, when they turn 19 it's quite bleak, it's like a cliff-edge' - ahead of a protest, Alma White, whose son Caleb has autism, OCD and ADHD, told Frank about the need for legal backing for SEN provision Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5058: LISTEN¦ Belfast has named its first Night Time Czar - Michael Stewart - what should his priorities be, as he takes up the role?
Belfast has named its first Night Time Czar - Michael Stewart - what should his priorities be, as he takes up the role? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.