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5397: LISTEN¦ Should new dads be given longer paternity leave? The government has committed to reviewing current arrangements, which haven't changed since their introduction in 2003. Frank spoke to Alex from campaign group Dad Shift
Should new dads be given longer paternity leave? The government has committed to reviewing current arrangements, which haven't changed since their introduction in 2003. Frank spoke to Alex from campaign group Dad Shift Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5396: LISTEN¦ 'Male violence here is going unchallenged, the strategies we have to tackle it are too slow' - Helen Price from the Women's Rights Network NI and Cllr Hannah Irwin spoke to Frank after a man was charged with the murder of Sarah Montgomery
'Male violence here is going unchallenged, the strategies we have to tackle it are too slow' - Helen Price from the Women's Rights Network NI and Cllr Hannah Irwin spoke to Frank after a man was charged with the murder of Sarah Montgomery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5395: LISTEN¦ 'For 83,343 of us, we're over an hour from a surgeon, for some of those patients, it's over two hours - it's a very scary time to be sick in Fermanagh' Helen from the SOAS campaign warns of the risk if emergency surgery at SWAH is closed
'For 83,343 of us, we're over an hour from a surgeon, for some of those patients, it's over two hours - it's a very scary time to be sick in Fermanagh' Helen from the SOAS campaign warns of the risk if emergency surgery at SWAH is permanently closed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5394: LISTEN¦ Should wealthy people pay more tax to fund concessions on benefit cuts? Is the welfare system being abused? Frank spoke to Dr David McCann from the Stormont Sources and Shimeon Lee from the Taxpayers Alliance
Should wealthy people pay more tax to fund concessions on benefit cuts? Is the welfare system being abused? Frank spoke to Dr David McCann from the Stormont Sources and Shimeon Lee from the Taxpayers Alliance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5393: LISTEN¦ Police have opened an investigation into the performances by Kneecap and Bob Vylan at Glastonbury. Are they likely to face prosecution and what could it mean for Lucy Connolly's case? Frank spoke to ex-Met detective Peter Bleksley
Police have opened an investigation into the performances by Kneecap and Bob Vylan at Glastonbury. Are they likely to face prosecution and what could it mean for Lucy Connolly's case? Frank spoke to ex-Met detective Peter Bleksley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5392: LISTEN¦ A pair of American podcasters has described Belfast as 'violent' and 'crazy' after a recent visit to record a live show. Are they being unfair? Frank spoke to deputy lord mayor, Paul Doherty
A pair of American podcasters has described Belfast as 'violent' and 'crazy' after a recent visit to record a live show. Are they being unfair? Frank spoke to deputy lord mayor, Paul Doherty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5391: LISTEN¦ Has the closure of local bank branches made it harder to do business? Roger Pollen from FSB NI told Frank the ease of setting up an online account could damage local banking provision over the long term
Has the closure of local bank branches made it harder to do business? Roger Pollen from FSB NI told Frank the ease of setting up an online account could damage local banking provision over the long term Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5390: LISTEN¦ Is 18 too young to be a politician? Reform UK's George Finch has been put in charge of a county council in England, after the previous leader resigned. Frank spoke to Dr David McCann from the Stormont Sources podcast
Is 18 too young to be a politician? Reform UK's George Finch has been put in charge of a county council in England, after the previous leader resigned. Frank spoke to Dr David McCann from the Stormont Sources podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5389: LISTEN¦ 'The judgement came as a body-blow...there's a real question about competence here and a huge human cost to these delays' Daniel McCrossan reacted to the court ruling on the A5
'The judgement came as a body-blow...there's a real question about competence here and a huge human cost to these delays' Daniel McCrossan reacted to the court ruling on the A5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5388: LISTEN¦ 'When someone gets up to speak, it's very clear they're reading pre-scripted notes that you suspect they didn't write and have never read before' - Prof Deirdre Heenan didn't pull any punches on the standard of debate at Stormont
'When someone gets up to speak, it's very clear they're reading pre-scripted notes that you suspect they didn't write and have never read before' - Prof Deirdre Heenan didn't pull any punches on the standard of debate at Stormont Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5387: LISTEN¦ The Prime Minister says Kneecap appearing at Glastonbury is 'inappropriate' - what do you think? Has the response of politicians helped or hindered the popularity of the west Belfast rap group? Frank spoke to Mick Fealty
The Prime Minister says Kneecap appearing at Glastonbury is 'inappropriate' - what do you think? Has the response of politicians helped or hindered the popularity of the west Belfast rap group? Frank spoke to Mick Fealty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5386: LISTEN¦ More than 50 people will be jumping off a cliff in Ballycastle - Frank spoke to one of those preparing to take the plunge for an amazing cause, as well as the woman behind the event and the mum of an incredible young fundraiser, Alex
More than 50 people will be jumping off a cliff in Ballycastle - Frank spoke to one of those preparing to take the plunge for an amazing cause, as well as the woman behind the event and the mum of an incredible young fundraiser, Alex Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5385: LISTEN¦ A decade since the launch of Tinder, people seem to be falling out of love with dating apps. Could there be room for a new way of dating? Andrew Adams is the man behind an upcoming 'Pitch a Mate' event in Belfast
A decade since the launch of Tinder, people seem to be falling out of love with dating apps. Could there be room for a new way of dating? Andrew Adams is the man behind an upcoming 'Pitch a Mate' event in Belfast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5384: LISTEN¦ 'This bill will undermine and fundamentally shift the dial with regards to the value that people place on life - DUP MP Carla Lockhart told Frank why she's voting against the Assisted Dying Bill
'Attempts to strengthen, improve and enhance the bill have been rejected - this bill will undermine and fundamentally shift the dial with regards to the value that people place on life - Carla Lockhart told Frank why she's voting against the Assisted Dying Bill Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5383: LISTEN¦ 'Everyone wants the interest rate to come down, but it's unlikely to change much this calendar yet' - chartered accountant Ross Boyd spoke to Frank ahead of the Bank of England's expected freeze on interest rates
'Everyone wants the interest rate to come down, but it's unlikely to change much this calendar yet' - chartered accountant Ross Boyd spoke to Frank ahead of the Bank of England's expected freeze on interest rates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5382: LISTEN¦ 'There's cross-party support as well as significant local support, yet there's no sign of the work' - Green Party councillor Brian Smyth spoke to Frank about the frustrating delays to a pedestrian crossing in south Belfast
'There's cross-party support as well as significant local support, yet there's no sign of the work' - Green Party councillor Brian Smyth spoke to Frank about the frustrating delays to a pedestrian crossing in south Belfast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5381: LISTEN¦ 'Parents need to know where their children are - we don't want to see young people with criminal records' DUP MLA Gary Middleton spoke to Frank after a second night of riots in the Nailor's Row area of Londonderry
'Parents need to know where their children are - we don't want to see young people with criminal records' DUP MLA Gary Middleton spoke to Frank after a second night of riots in the Nailor's Row area of Londonderry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5380: LISTEN¦ Would locking up rioters actually solve the problem? Belfast Telegraph columnist Malachi O'Doherty's not convinced. He spoke to Frank about what might be a more effective punishment
Would locking up rioters actually solve the problem? Belfast Telegraph columnist Malachi O'Doherty's not convinced. He spoke to Frank about what might be a more effective punishment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5379: LISTEN¦ 'More than proud, to see these young lads who came through our youth system - it's a massive achievement' - Geoff Wylie, chair of the NI Darts Organisation reacted to local players Josh Rock and Daryl Gurney winning the Darts World Cup
'More than proud, to see these young lads who came through our youth system - it's a massive achievement' - Geoff Wylie, chair of the NI Darts Organisation reacted to local players Josh Rock and Daryl Gurney winning the Darts World Cup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5378: LISTEN¦ 'We're one of the most nature-depleted parts of Europe...if we can't take that seriously, what good is the Executive?' Opposition leader Matthew O'Toole has criticised DUP/SF opposition to the Nutrient Action Plan
'We're one of the most nature-depleted parts of Europe...if we can't take that seriously, what good is the Executive?' Opposition leader Matthew O'Toole has criticised DUP/SF opposition to the Nutrient Action Plan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5377: LISTEN¦ 'We've got your back, we're here to speak up for you' - Cllr Gary McKeown says it's important that politicians make it clear that migrants and people of other nationalities shouldn't live in fear
'We've got your back, we're here to speak up for you' - Cllr Gary McKeown says it's important that politicians make it clear that migrants and people of other nationalities shouldn't live in fear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5376: LISTEN¦ 'There's political forums for these discussions, that's where it should be - it should never descend into violence' - Jonathan Buckley warned those involved in disorder risk a criminal record. Frank also spoke to deputy mayor Jess Johnston
'There's political forums for these discussions, that's where it should be - it should never descend into violence' - Jonathan Buckley warned those involved in disorder risk a criminal record. Frank also spoke to deputy mayor Jess Johnston Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5375: LISTEN¦ 'I left as the windows started coming in around us, the staff stayed til the very end to make sure everyone was out - it was very frightening' - Alliance MLA Danny Donnelly spoke to Frank after masked youths set fire to Larne Leisure Centre
'I left as the windows started coming in around us, the staff stayed til the very end to make sure everyone was out - it was very frightening' - Alliance MLA Danny Donnelly spoke to Frank after masked youths set fire to Larne Leisure Centre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5374: LISTEN¦ Should school children have daily PE lessons? Charity the Youth Sports Trust have warned nearly half of young people are getting 30 minutes activity a day - the Chief Medical Officer recommends one hour
Should school children have daily PE lessons? Charity the Youth Sports Trust have warned nearly half of young people are getting 30 minutes activity a day - the Chief Medical Officer recommends one hour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5373: LISTEN¦ Should Belfast introduce a congestion charge? Oxford is to trial a temporary charge, to alleviate traffic jams - could it reduce journey times and encourage public transport uptake?
Should Belfast introduce a congestion charge? Oxford is to trial a temporary charge, to alleviate traffic jams - could it reduce journey times and encourage public transport uptake? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5372: LISTEN¦ Police officers were injured after another night of rioting in Ballymena. Frank spoke to reporter Peter McVerry, DUP MLA Paul Frew, TUV councillor Matthew Warwick and Darren Ferguson from Beyond Skin
Officers were injured after another night of rioting in Ballymena. Frank spoke to reporter Peter McVerry, DUP MLA Paul Frew, TUV councillor Matthew Warwick and Darren Ferguson from Beyond Skin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5371: LISTEN¦ 'It shouldn't have happened - it caused anxiety and stress - the Executive has a responsibility to make sure no-one goes cold in the winter - Daniel McCrossan spoke to Frank about the government's u-turn on the winter fuel payment
'It shouldn't have happened - it caused anxiety and stress for pensioners across NI - we need to hear how it will affect people here' - SDLP MLA Daniel McCrossan spoke to Frank about the government's u-turn on the winter fuel payment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5370: LISTEN¦ 'Case law is allowing perpetrators to get the most pitiful sentences you could imagine' - UUP justice spokesman Doug Beattie spoke to Frank as his party brings a motion on sentencing
'Case law is allowing perpetrators to get the most pitiful sentences you could imagine' - UUP justice spokesman Doug Beattie spoke to Frank as his party brings a motion on sentencing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5369: LISTEN¦ 'One family I spoke to hid in their roof space until they could be safely escorted out by police - those rioting are not reflective of the vast majority who protested last night' Sian Mulholland spoke to Frank after disturbances in Ballymena
'One family I spoke to hid in their roof space until they could be safely escorted out by police - that's not reflective of the vast majority who protested last night' Sian Mulholland spoke to Frank after disturbances in Ballymena Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5368: LISTEN¦ 'The industry needs help. We're creating an environment where it's less attractive for the people coming to the venues and working in them' -restaurateur Eamon McCusker spoke to Frank as 1 in 4 firms say they're making a loss
'The industry needs help. We're creating an environment where it's less attractive for the people coming to the venues and working in them' -restaurateur Eamon McCusker spoke to Frank as 1 in 4 firms say they're making a loss Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5367: LISTEN: A majority in NI say they want Stomont to take more action to deal with child poverty, but are our politicians listening? Frank spoke to Peter Bryson, head of Save the Children in NI
A majority in NI say they want Stomont to take more action to deal with child poverty, but are our politicians listening? Frank spoke to Peter Bryson, head of Save the Children in NI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5366: LISTEN¦ Actor Richard Dormer spoke to Frank about Blue Lights, meeting his hero and why he's proud to be an ambassador for the charity SOS NI
Actor Richard Dormer spoke to Frank about Blue Lights, meeting his hero and why he's proud to be an ambassador for the charity SOS NI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5365: LISTEN¦ A fight and a champion that united the country - former world boxing champion Barry McGuigan spoke to Frank as he marks the 40th anniversary of his world title win against Eusebio Pedroza
A fight and a champion that united the country - former world boxing champion Barry McGuigan spoke to Frank as he marks the 40th anniversary of his world title win against Eusebio Pedroza Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5364: LISTEN¦ Are GPs being pushed towards privatisation? Frank spoke to Dr Frances O'Hagan, from the BMA and Prof Deirdre Heenan, after a senior doctor warned of an exodus from the NHS to the private care sector
Are GPs being pushed towards privatisation? Frank spoke to Dr Frances O'Hagan, from the BMA and Prof Deirdre Heenan, after a senior doctor warned of an exodus from the NHS to the private care sector Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5363: LISTEN¦ From early beginnings playing covers at home, to performing on stage in Osaka and hearing their music on Love Island and coverage of major sports events, Charlie & Ben from :Panic :Over chatted to Frank ahead of Irish tour dates this summer
From early beginnings playing covers at home, to performing on stage in Osaka and hearing their music on Love Island and coverage of major sports events, Charlie & Ben from :Panic :Over chatted to Frank ahead of Irish tour dates this summer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5362: LISTEN¦ 'Men don't ask for help - the only way to do it, is to be vulnerable' - ahead of a major conference in Belfast, organiser Tiarnan McCarthy spoke to Frank about why men need to reach out, if they're struggling with mental health issues
'Men don't ask for help - the only way to do it, is to be vulnerable' - ahead of a major conference in Belfast, organiser Tiarnan McCarthy spoke to Frank about why men need to reach out, if they're struggling with mental health issues Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5361: LISTEN¦ 'It's a fantastic city already, but this is going to be transformational and make it even better' DUP councillor Carl McClean spoke to Frank after it was announced the long-awaited £150m seafront development in Bangor was going ahead
5361: LISTEN¦ 'It's a fantastic city already, but this is going to be transformational and make it even better' DUP councillor Carl McClean spoke to Frank after it was announced the long-awaited £150m seafront development in Bangor was going ahead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5360: LISTEN¦ 'We don't talk about it, journalists just get on with things, we're not meant to be part of the story' - former journalist Leona O'Neill spoke to Frank about the idea behind her initiative to support journalists with their mental health
'We don't talk about it, journalists just get on with things, we're not meant to be part of the story' - former journalist Leona O'Neill spoke to Frank about the idea behind her initiative to support journalists with their mental health Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5359: LISTEN¦ Newly-crowned Miss NI, Carly Wilson, called in to the studio to chat to Frank about how she plans to use her platform, how the competition has changed and the very personal reason why she has chosen to support Friends of the Cancer Centre
Newly-crowned Miss NI, Carly Wilson, called in to the studio to chat to Frank about how she plans to use her platform, how the competition has changed and the very personal reason why she has chosen to support Friends of the Cancer Centre Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5358: LISTEN¦ 'You can't give up hope, for Robert's sake' - Terry Delany spoke to Frank about his family's ongoing quest for justice, after his son was shot after he tried to break up a fight involving a son of the veteran republican
'You can't give up hope, for Robert's sake' - Terry Delany spoke to Frank about his family's ongoing quest for justice, after his son was shot after he tried to break up a fight involving a son of the veteran republican Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5357: LISTEN: 'We can't believe they'd let the only theatre in the region go' actor and campaigner Steven Millar says closing the Riverside Theatre in Coleraine would be 'madness'
'We can't believe they'd let the only theatre in the region go' actor and campaigner Steven Millar says closing the Riverside Theatre in Coleraine would be 'madness' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5356: LISTEN¦ Are you a people pleaser? Are you carrying other people's emotional load? Frank got some useful tips from Deirdre Maguire
Are you a people pleaser? Are you carrying other people's emotional load? Frank got some useful tips from Deirdre Maguire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5355: LISTEN¦ Should toddlers get screen time? A Belfast nursery has generated a mixed reaction by using tablets as teaching tools. Frank spoke to top online safety expert Wayne Denner
Should toddlers get screen time? A Belfast nursery has generated a mixed reaction by using tablets as teaching tools. Frank spoke to top online safety expert Wayne Denner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5354: LISTEN¦ Would you pay £1608 to sample some of the world's finest whiskies? Frank spoke to Paul Kane, founder of Belfast Whiskey Week, about the continued popularity of the spirit and the worldwide appeal of Irish whiskey
Would you pay £1608 to sample some of the world's finest whiskies? Frank spoke to Paul Kane, founder of Belfast Whiskey Week, about the continued popularity of the spirit and the worldwide appeal of Irish whiskey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5353: LISTEN¦ Where are thousands of caterpillars coming from and how can you get rid of them? Frank spoke to Dr Archie Murchie from AFBI about the ash sawfly, which is appearing in gardens across Belfast
Where are thousands of caterpillars coming from and how can you get rid of them? Frank spoke to Dr Archie Murchie from AFBI about the ash sawfly, which is appearing in gardens across Belfast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5352: LISTEN¦ 'We'd like to get to a world where industrial action isn't necessary, but we shouldn't be criminalising teachers for taking lawful steps' - Dr Graham Gault from NAHT talked about plans to fine teachers for not complying with inspections
'We'd like to get to a world where industrial action isn't necessary, but we shouldn't be criminalising teachers for taking lawful steps' - Dr Graham Gault from NAHT talked about plans to fine teachers for not complying with inspections Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5351: LISTEN¦ 'The registration is only a cheek swab, yet just 2.3% in NI are on the bone marrow donor register' - ex Rangers and Everton star Gary Stevens and Eimear's Wish founder Sean Smyth are working together to encourage more people to sign up
'The registration is only a cheek swab, yet just 2.3% in NI are on the bone marrow donor register' - ex Rangers and Everton star Gary Stevens and Eimear's Wish founder Sean Smyth are working together to encourage more people to sign up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5350: LISTEN¦ 'If you were looking for an illustration of the crisis we have around violence directed at women and girls, it's hard to find a sharper example' MP Claire Hanna said she hopes an attack on a jogger in Belfast won't deter women from running
'If you were looking for an illustration of the crisis we have around violence directed at women and girls, it's hard to find a sharper example' MP Claire Hanna said she hopes an attack on a jogger in Belfast won't deter women from running Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5349: LISTEN¦ Should there be a train to the plane? Translink say they're looking at the possibility of re-opening a trainline to Belfast International Airport. John spoke to Alliance MLA David Honeyford
Should there be a train to the plane? Translink say they're looking at the possibility of re-opening a trainline to Belfast International Airport. John spoke to Alliance MLA David Honeyford Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5348: LISTEN¦ A Carrick man is embarking on a 10 day Mournes trek, with no tent and relying on the generosity of others for food - to raise awareness of homelessness. John spoke to Graham Fergus mid-way through his challenge
A Carrick man is embarking on a 10 day Mournes trek, with no tent and relying on the generosity of others for food - to raise awareness of homelessness. John spoke to Graham Fergus mid-way through his challenge Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.