The Hard Shoulder
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Kathleen O'Toole: I learned my best lessons about policing in Ireland
Kieran Cuddihy was joined in Boston on The Hard Shoulder by Former Police Commissioner of Boston, Kathleen O’Toole, who is also Former Chief Inspector of the Garda Inspectorate and Chair of the Commission on the Future of Policing in Ireland. They discuss her time working in both Northern Ireland and the Republic…
'It just shows you the power of social media' - Jason Sherlock on his appearance in New York’s St Patrick’s Day Parade
Dublin GAA legends Bernard Brogan and Jason Sherlock joined Kieran LIVE in Boston to discuss their role in the Gateway to Europe, sport and enterprise and that St Patrick’s Day Parade in New York. With thanks to Gateway to Europe...
Ireland-US relationship ‘so important to the country’ - Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern
Kieran Cuddihy was joined LIVE in Boston by former Taoiseach, Bertie Ahern to discuss the 25th Anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement, the future of geopolitics around the world and the possibility of a Fianna Fáil-Sinn Féin coalition down the line… With thanks to Ireland Gateway to Europe…
‘I’m a face of a new movement of people’ - US Attorney for Massachusetts Rachael Rollins
Kieran Cuddihy was joined LIVE in Boston by Rachael Rollins, United States Attorney for the District of Massachusetts to discuss her role in depth, gun control and the current opiod crisis across the US...
Succession in Dublin South West
Succession in Dublin South West. Yes, a family feud is boiling over in Ballyfermot, as father and son Chinese takeaway owners air their wonton beef in public. Sarah Madden reports.
'The bond we had after the whole thing was absolutely incredible' - Davy's Toughest Team returns
The second series of Davy's Toughest Team starts this evening 29th March on RTÉ One at 9:35pm. Davy Fitzgerald joined Kieran on The Hard Shoulder to discuss the expectations for the coming season... Image: RTÉ
Holy Cross dispute: 'It left a mark on our lives' - Fr Gary Donegan
21 years ago, school girls were attacked by loyalist protests on their way to school in Ardoyne, Belfast. Known as the Holy Cross Incident, Father Gary Donegan along with Father Aiden Troy directed children through a daily barrage of hatred for three grueling months. To reflect on the role he played in the incident and 25 years of the Good Friday Agreement Kieran was joined by Father Gary Donegan…
The Shopping Trolley Hotline: US Edition
Newstalk's own, Simon Tierney joined Kieran again for the series 'The Shopping Trolley Hotline'. The series will give listeners pause when they’re filling their trolleys, to consider their options. This week Kieran is broadcasting LIVE from Boston. Simon and Kieran took the same products in the US and Ireland and compared them in everything from price to taste...
Boston Marathon bombing survivor: Resilience of the city has 'carried forward'
It is almost 10 years ago that two bombs went of within 14 seconds of one another at the finish line of the Boston Marathon. Kieran Cuddihy met with David Fortier, who was injured in the Boston Marathon bombing to discuss what he remembers from that day and the lasting impact…
'I worry about the way journalism is going at the moment' - Eileen Dunne
Former RTÉ News presenter Eileen Dunne, for over 40 years was a familiar face on our screens. Known for her razor-sharp clarity she kept everyone informed during some of the biggest events in Modern Irish History. Eileen Dunne joined Kieran Cuddihy LIVE in Boston to reflect on her career and hear how retirement is treating her…
US State of the Nation: 'Americans now, don't feel secure'
With collapsing banks, inflation and another presidential election around the corner, what is the current State of the Union? Kieran was joined LIVE in the The Langham Hotel in Boston by James Pindell Political Reporter, Boston Globe and Jerry McDermott, Executive Director Irish Cultural Centre to discuss…
Surgeon praises staff ‘spirit of resiliency’ in hours after Boston Marathon bombing
Almost 10 years ago, the Boston Marathon was taking place just down the road from here. Bombs went off. Three people died, with hundreds more injured. Kieran was joined by a man who played a leading role in helping people on the day, Dr David King, trauma and acute care surgeon with military combat experience at the Massachusetts General Hospital Trauma Center...
Digging Deeper: Representation of emotionally unstable personality disorder
Dr Tara Logan Buckley, Clinical Psychologist joined Anton Savage for the segment where they will dig a little deeper into the mysteries of the mind and mental health. The series continued by taking a look at the representation of emotionally unstable personality disorder (EUPD) in the media...
Tuesday Travel: Easter Breaks
Every week, Tuesday Travel on The Hard Shoulder with thanks to Emirates, will take a closer look at some of the fantastic destinations Emirates fly to around the world. This week, Kieran Cuddihy was joined by Fionn Davenport, travel writer and broadcaster to look at places for families to get away during the Easter break...
Women of Honour report: 'We need a huge cultural change' - Ellen O'Malley-Dunlop
A year-long independent review into gender-based violence, harassment and bullying in the Defence Forces has recommended a full statutory inquiry into the controversy. Government has confirmed it will implement all recommendations of the review, including the statutory inquiry. Ellen O’Malley Dunlop, former Chair of the National Women’s Council and adjunct professor at the University Limerick School of Law joined Anton Savage to discuss..
'A unique voice' - Quentin Tarantino at 60
This week marks the 60th birthday of legendary filmmaker Quentin Tarantino. John Fardy, Presenter of Screentime on Newstalk joined Anton Savage to chart his career and success through the years....
Common Ground: Are the Irish too nice when it comes to protests?
Anton Savage was joined in studio by Fine Gael Senator, Regina Doherty, and Socialist Party TD for Cork North Central, Mick Barry. Continuing the series, ‘Common Ground’, they will debate some of the biggest, most divisive topics around. The series continued with a discussion around: ‘Are the Irish too nice when it comes to protests?'
O'Callaghan: Land Development Agency needs greater powers
According to a new report by the Land Development Agency, 60,000 new homes could be built on State Owned Land. What is stopping them from being Built? Anton Savage was joined by Newstalk’s Political Correspondent Sean Defoe and Social Democrats TD and Spokesperson for Housing, Cian O’Callaghan to discuss... Image: Facebook - Cian O'Callaghan TD
'This was a hate crime' - Dual language sign removed from Derry town's park
Residents in the town of Tobermore in Derry have removed a dual language sign in the town’s park. DUP Councillor Anne Forde has said the people of Tobermore ‘do not condone the Irish language or have any interest in it.’ Anton Savage was joined by Editor of the Unionist Voice, Jamie Bryson and Erne West Councillor Chris McCaffrey to discuss… Image: BBC
'It's about what Ireland does next' - Dion Fanning
Last night, Ireland suffered an agonising 1-0 defeat to France last night in the opening game of the Euro 2024 Qualifiers. Dion Fanning, sports journalist and host of the Free State podcast joined Anton Savage to discuss...
Enoch Burke 'held in contempt' and banned from High Court hearing
The High Court hearing between Wilson's Hospital School and Enoch Burke was due to officially get underway today. Yet again there were dramatic exchanges between the judge and Burke and his family. Frank Greaney, Newstalk’s Courts Correspondent joined Anton Savage with the latest form the High Court…
Kellie Harrington 'shouldn't suffer consequences' from official bodies - Dooley
In an interview with Off The Ball’s Shane Hannon, Irish Olympian Kellie Harrington refused to comment on a controversial tweet she made about immigrants last autumn. In a subsequent statement, Kellie said she “does not want to engage in politically sensitive matters.” Anton Savage was joined by Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer for the Irish Daily Star and Timmy Dooley, Fianna Fáil Senator…
Ó Riordáin: I'm tired and frustrated with regional independent TDs playing both sides
The Labour Party is bringing forward a motion of no confidence in the Government on Wednesday off the back of last week's decision to end the eviction ban. Newstalk's political correspondent, Sean Defoe and Labour Party education spokesperson and TD for Dublin Bay North, Aodhán Ó Riordáin joined Kieran to discuss...
Gen-Z more ‘sober-curious’ than previous generations
The Virgin Mary bar, which opened back in May 2019 on Capel Street, is shutting its doors. They are closing the physical bar, but will be taking the concept on the road. Is there an absence of places in the capital to enjoy a sober night out? Kieran was joined by influencer and former model, Holly Carpenter and owner of Clockwork-door escape rooms Ciaran Hogan to discuss…
Prince Harry and Elton John 'trying to use their joint heft to challenge the mighty Daily Mail'
Prince Harry has appeared at the High Court in London today as legal proceedings begin in a privacy case. The Duke of Sussex is one of those suing Associated Newspapers Ltd (ANL), publishers of the Daily Mail. LBC presenter, Shelagh Fogarty joined Kieran on The Hard Shoulder to give an update on proceedings... Image: REUTERS/Toby Melville
Separate ‘residential facilities’ could facilitate trans prisoners - Former Mountjoy governor John Lonergan
Last week, An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said ‘violent biological males’ should not be housed in women’s prisons. Mr Varadkar was responding to questions about a transgender woman who was last week jailed for threatening to torture, rape and murder her mother. Kieran was joined by Former Governor at Mountjoy, John Lonergan to discuss…
Succession Season 4: 'The tension is through the roof'
The fourth and final season of the hit HBO series Succession returns to screens tonight and Kieran was joined by Rory Cashin, Entertainment Editor at JOE.ie to discuss what audiences can expect... Image: Sky
Government 'incapable' of solving housing crisis - O'Reilly
The Labour Party is bringing forward a motion of no confidence in the Government on Wednesday off the back of last week's decision to end the eviction ban. Kieran was joined by Barry Ward, Fine Gael Senator and Louise O’Reilly, TD and Sinn Fein’s spokesperson on Enterprise, Trade and Employment to discuss…
Dublin's only alcohol-free pub closes
Dublin’s only alcohol-free bar has closed down. The Virgin Mary Bar was on Capel Street but due to increased costs and market pressures, the owners have decided to call it a day. It got us thinking, are there enough non-alcoholic options for punters and what to do if you don’t go to the pub? Newstalk reporter, Josh Crosbie, has been looking into this and has been speaking with those organising alcohol-free events.
Early 90s music scene ‘resonated more among young people in Ireland’ - Broadcaster Terry Christian
For those who loved TV in the 90s, you may remember a show called ‘The Word’. For many, it became synonymous with the 90s, and its host, Terry Christian, is coming over to Ireland to do a podcast-style chat over 2 nights. Kieran was joined by Terry Christian, as well as the man who will be helping him with this show, broadcaster Keith Walsh…
You Are What You Eat: Citrus
From lemons to limes and all in between, Aisling Larkin, Mindful Eating Coach and TV Chef joined Kieran to discuss the different ways to benefit from citruses and zest up your dishes...
Sport with Ger Gilroy
Off The Ball's Ger Gilroy joined Kieran Cuddihy on The Hard Shoulder to review the week in sport and look ahead to the weekend action...
‘Radical reform' needed in local government to improve housing system
Yesterday on The Hard Shoulder, Kieran spoke to Eoin in Meath who had sold his home to the local council six months ago, however the house is still sitting empty and mould forming in it. To discuss this further and why it happens, Kieran was joined by Dermot Lacey, Labour Councillor on Dublin City Council…
Local community 'never will' forget Kerry Babies case
Two people have been arrested in connection with the discovery of the body an infant in Co Kerry in 1984. Gardaí arrested a man aged in his 60s and a woman in her 50s on suspicion of murder on Thursday evening in the Munster region. Newstalk’s Chief Reporter Barry Whyte joined Kieran from Kerry to discuss the case and locals reaction to the latest news…
Ban on transgender athletes in female events ‘a good call’ - Sonia O’Sullivan
World Athletics has banned transgender women from competing in the female category at international events. Kieran was joined by World champion and Irish Olympian Sonia O’Sullivan to discuss... Picture by: Brendan Moran / Sportsfile
Top Gear style shows 'probably a little bit out of date'
BBC have announced that the latest series of Top Gear will not resume filming after presented Andrew Flintoff was involved in a crash at the end of last year. The show producers will undertake a health and safety review, however for some this spells the end of the line. Journalist, John Brewin joined Kieran on The Hard Shoulder to discuss this and the future of the show...
Green Party Councillor calls for 'robust discussion' around party leadership
Neasa Hourigan has been suspended from the Green Party for 15 months after voting against the Government on the eviction ban. Kieran was joined on The Hard Shoulder by Lourda Scott, Green Party Councillor for Wicklow to discuss... Image: Green Party
Irish parents number 1 for leniency
Irish parents are the most lenient in Europe. That’s according to new research that suggests we’ve gone soft on the discipline and are less likely than our continental counterparts to make the kids help out at home. Newstalk Reporter Sarah Madden joins Kieran in studio for more.
Verona Murphy: 'I will absolutely be voting no confidence in the Government'
Wexford Independent TD Verona Murphy has told the Dáil today, “if I have one homeless child in Wexford, that isn’t accommodated, I’ll be bringing it here and it’ll be sitting in the Ceann Comhairle's lap.” This comes the day after the Government won a Dáil vote opposing Sinn Féin's motion to extend the eviction ban. Wexford TD, Verona Murphy joined Kieran on The Hard Shoulder to discuss this further… Image: Oireachtas
Weather apps forecasting different? Here's why
Around-the-clock weather updates remain a valuable resource for many of us, as do the scientific frameworks behind them. Today marks World Meteorological Day, and also the 150-year anniversary of the World Meteorological Organisation itself. Kieran was joined by Joanna Donnelly of Met Éireann to discuss that wider world of meteorology, and how it has evolved over time…
Donegal school in 24-year-old prefabs 'angry' as plans for new school halted
There are some very concerned parents & staff in Gaelscoil na gCeithre Maístrí in Donegal Town. This is because building work that was due to start being built over Easter, but it is one of many plans that have been halted by the Taoiseach because of the inflation of building materials. Coleman McCool, principal Gaelscoil na gCeithre Maístrí, and one of the parents, Deirdre O’Gara joined Kieran on the show to discuss… Image: Gaelscoil na gCeithre Maístrí
Eviction Ban: Government agreed ‘a grubby deal’ with regional group - Nash
The Government has won a Dáil vote opposing Sinn Féin's motion to extend the eviction ban. Deputies voted 83 Tá, 68 Níl on the motion. Neasa Hourigan has been suspended from the Green Party for 15 months after voting against the Government on the eviction ban. Kieran was joined on The Hard Shoulder by Councillor Lorna Bogue, Leader of An Rabharta Glas, Ged Nash, TD for Louth and Labour Party’s Finance Spokesperson and Mervyn Taylor, CEO of Sage Advocacy to discuss…
Airport drop-off charges: Penalising motorists ‘is not the answer’ - Doherty
Dublin Airport operator DAA was yesterday granted planning permission to install a new tolling system for passengers – with specific tolled zones for drop-off and pick-up. Fine Gael Senator, Regina Doherty joined Kieran to discuss...
‘Mould starting to form’ in house left vacant for 6 months by council
The fallout has continued today after the Government won a vote last night to end the eviction ban by the end of the month. There’s been a lot of talk in recent weeks about local authority housing that’s made available or rent through the HAP scheme or even through the tenants in situ scheme, Well lots of people got in touch with their stories of trying to sell home to the local authorities, one of those is Eoin Smyth in Meath, and he joined Kieran on The Hard Shoulder alongside Rory Hearne, Assistant Prof Social Policy Maynooth University and author of ‘Gaffs - Why no-one can get a house'...
Malawi hospital built in Irish man's memory having 'huge impact' on community
Kerrywoman Mags Riordan's has faced the tragedy of losing three of her children throughout her life. He son, Billy, was backpacking in Malawi when he died in a swimming accident in 1999. This tragedy followed two other deaths of her baby daughter Niamh and son Luke. Mags joined Kieran on The Hard Shoulder to discuss this and her return to Malawi where she built a hospital in her late son's memory…
'I always loved story, but I didn't always know I would be a writer' - Harlan Coben
Harlan Coben has more than eighty million books in print worldwide, he is the number 1 bestselling author of numerous thrillers, including Don't Let Go, Fool Me Once and the multi-award-winning Myron Bolitar series. Harlan Corben joined Kieran on the The Hard Shoulder to discuss his career and latest book ‘I Will Find You’...
Ó Broin: Voting against eviciton ban extension 'an utterly shameful decision'
The Government has won a Dáil vote opposing Sinn Féin's motion to extend the eviction ban. Deputies voted 83 Tá, 68 Níl on the motion. Kieran was joined by Craig HughesPolitical Correspondent with the Irish Daily Mail and Eoin Ó Broin, Sinn Féin TD and Housing Spokesperson to discuss...
The Shopping Trolley Hotline: Orange Juice
Newstalk's own, Simon Tierney joined Kieran again for the series 'The Shopping Trolley Hotline'. The series will give listeners pause when they’re filling their trolleys, to consider their options. This week Simon and Kieran took a look a the different options of orange juice on the shelves...
‘We have nowhere to go’ - Family facing eviction after 11 years
This evening TDs will vote in the Dáil on lifting the eviction ban. The Government looks set to win the vote after the regional group of Independent TDs agreed to support the move. Kieran was joined on The Hard Shoulder by Julie, a mother who is facing eviction with her family on April 1st…
Boris Johnson return as Prime Minister 'would be like Trump becoming president in America again’ - James O’Brien
Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he 'did not lie to the House' during the Covid pandemic. Boris Johnson has been in front of the privileges committee today being questioned on Party Gate. Kieran was joined by LBC broadcaster James O’Brien to discuss…