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Energy Prices: 'It brings some parents to the lowest of the low'
As the cost-of-living crisis continues, people are still receiving excessively high bills from utility companies. Mary, a listener, joined Kieran to discuss struggles she is having with her energy bills...
‘Taoiseach is correct’ in comments around trans females in women’s prisons - Foley
Education Minister Norma Foley joined Kieran Cuddihy on The Hard Shoulder to discuss details of the new free schoolbook scheme announced today. Minister Foley also discussed Taoiseach Leo Varadkar’s comments around ‘violent biological males’ being housed in women’s prisons and the upcoming vote on the eviction ban in the Dáil.
'We have a real challenge on our hands' - Threshold
Reports are suggesting that the Government is on course to win a Dáil vote this afternoon on ending the eviction ban. It’s after they seemingly reached an agreement with members of the Regional Independent Group in order to secure the majority needed. John Mark McCafferty is the CEO of Threshold, and he joins me now.
Digging Deeper: The science behind trusting your gut
Dr Tara Logan Buckley, Clinical Psychologist joined Kieran for a new 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 science behind trusting your gut...
Tuesday Travel: Thailand
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 Thailand, located in the heart of Southeast Asia...
Mattie McGrath: Sinn Féin housing policies 'bordering on communism'
Government will bring a series of ‘safety net’ measures to the Dáil which will assist renters after April 1st when the eviction ban ends. This is in response to a Sinn Féin motion that will be debated in the Dáil this evening to extend the eviction ban until 2024. Independent TD for Tipperary, Mattie McGrath joined Kieran to discuss which way he will be voting...
Common Ground: Is Ireland a great place for children to live?
Kieran Cuddihy 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 ‘Is Ireland a great place for children to live?’
Gardaí ‘spending an inordinate amount of time in front of computers’ - Former Assistant Commissioner
A major Garda recruitment campaign is to begin this week. An Garda Síochána are hoping to recruit 1,000 new members by the end of the year. Will this campaign finally fix the current Garda retention issues? Kieran was joined by Brendan O’Connor, Vice President of the Garda Representative Association and Dr Pat Leahy, Former Assistant Garda Commissioner...
McConalogue: Government has massively increased housing supply
Cabinet has agreed on a series of ‘safety net’ measures to assist renters after April 1st when the eviction ban ends. This is in response to a Sinn Féin motion in the Dáil this evening to extend the eviction ban until 2024. Kieran was joined by Charlie McConalogue, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine to discuss...
Potential Trump indictment 'is a witchhunt' - Former White House chief of staff
Police in major U.S Cities are preparing for unrest If Donald Trump is arrested today over alleged hush money payments made to former porn star Stormy Daniels. Trump has called upon his supporters to protest if he is indeed detained by authorities. Kieran was joined by Mick Mulvaney, Former Chief of Staff for Donald Trump and Chair of Actum Global Consultants…
Stalking: ‘He showed up in the bushes below my bedroom window’
The first Irish study of people who have been stalked or harassed has revealed that, in most cases, the perpetrators were known to them. Kieran was joined by Eve McDowell activist and co-founder of Stalking Ireland and Dr Ciara Staunton one of the team who undertook the study…
Cabinet agrees 'lengthy counter motion' to Sinn Féin's eviction ban motion
A series of ‘safety net’ measures have been agreed upon to assist renters after April 1st however Sinn Féin will bring forward a motion in the Dáil this this evening in hope of extending the eviction ban until 2024. Kieran was joined by Hugh O’Connell, Deputy Political Editor of the Irish Independent to discuss...
Poets & musicians celebrate World Poetry Day
Some of you may still have a hoarse voice from singing over the weekend, however, today is all about reciting poetry as it’s World Poetry Day. Are you a fan of poetry and how is the next generation of poets expressing their work? Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie has been speaking with poets, tour guides and musicians.
'The world is their classroom' - Home educator writes open letter to Mícheál Martin
Tánaiste and Foreign Affairs Minister Mícheál Martin has said he is not a fan of homeschooling because it leads to problems with socialising. To discuss this further, Kieran Cuddihy was joined by two home educators, Aisha Ali in Sandyford and Fiona Harford in Wexford...
‘It was something special’ - Henry McKean gets reaction to Ireland’s Grand Slam win
Off the back of the Ireland rugby team's historic Grand Slam win in Dublin at the weekend, Henry McKean joined Kieran in studio to discuss what it was like at the game. He also met with some teachers, students and rugby players alike to get their reaction...
A dummies guide to the current banking crisis
The world's six largest central banks have taken action to shore up the financial system amid fears over the ‘emergency rescue’ of Credit Suisse. This comes just one week after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank in the United States. Kieran Cuddihy was joined on The Hard Shoulder by Lorcan Allen, Business Editor with the Business Post to discuss the current global banking crisis...
‘People feel that they can be whatever they want to be’ - Finland ranked world’s happiest country
Finland has maintained its position as the country with the happiest population for the sixth year in a row, according to the World Happiness Report released this morning, with Ireland coming in at 14th. Along with the Finns, Denmark and Iceland rounded up the top three happy countries. With Lebanon and Afghanistan maintaining their positions as the world’s unhappiest countries. Kieran was joined from Finland by Ronan Browne, Irish journalist with YLE, Finland’s State Broadcaster,
Government eviction ban decision 'doesn't make any sense at all' - Thomas Pringle
Government party leaders will meet later this evening to discuss how they will respond to Sinn Féin's motion to extend the eviction ban until the end of next January. Kieran was joined on The Hard Shoulder by Ivana Bacik, Labour leader and TD for Dublin Bay South, Thomas Pringle, Independent TD for Donegal and Mattie McGrath, Independent TD for Tipperary to discuss…
IPCC report: Renewable energy must replace fossil fuels 'as rapidly as possible'
An IPCC report has today warned of the irreversible levels of global warming. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change in 2018 said emissions must be halved by 2030 to keep temperature rises to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Sadbh O’Neill, coordinator of the Stop Climate Chaos coalition joined Kieran to discuss the report…
'A format change would be the best thing for The Late Late Show'
Ryan Tubridy has announced today that he will step down from hosting RTÉ’s Late Late show after 14 years at the end of the current season. Who will replace him? Will it stick to the 1 on 1 interview style? And will it continue as a 3-hour show? Kieran was joined by Former Group Commercial Director of RTÉ and media consultant, Willie O’Reilly and Niamh Maher, Commercial Creative Director of the Journal.ie...
ECB forecast suggests 'we won't see mechanical rate hike the way we've gotten used to'
The ECB today have gone ahead with increasing interest rates by 0.5%. The decision has gone ahead even as the tense atmosphere in the banking system continues. Yesterday Swiss banking giant Credit Suisse shares dropped 30% and subsequentially soared this morning after it announced it would be borrowing 53.7 billion from the Swizz Central bank. Kieran was joined by Economist Austin Hughes to discuss...
Stefanie Preissner: It takes time to step into the identity of being a mother
Writer, Broadcaster and Mother, Stefanie Preissner joined Kieran on The Hard Shoulder to discuss celebrating her first Mother's day and the prospect of her hosting the Late Late Show...
New Late Late Show presenter 'almost definitely going to be a woman' - Pat Kenny
Ryan Tubridy is to step down as presenter of The Late Late Show. RTÉ announced the move this morning. Tubridy has been at the helm since 2009 when he took over the role from Pat Kenny. Newstalk presenter, Pat Kenny joined Kieran on The Hard Shoulder to discuss…
Oscar winners, tourists and rugby fans arrive at Dublin Airport
People are signing off and checking out for a weekend of festivities. Communities are preparing for parades, of all shapes and sizes, in villages and towns across the country. Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie went to Dublin Airport to met with tourists who have come to Ireland especially for St Patrick’s Day. Josh also met with Irish Oscar winners who have just arrived home from L.A.
‘Some things that were written a long time ago might not be considered appropriate now’ - Jacqueline Wilson
Jacqueline Wilson joined Kieran on The Hard Shoulder to discuss her new novel 'The Other Edie Trimmer: Two Girls, One Name, And A Twist In Time' and the future of reading for children...
Tommy Bowe 'confident' of Ireland rugby team completing Grand Slam
Last year 72 people were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol on Saint Patrick’s Day. Thus the possibility of people Drink Driving this weekend is a great concern for all. Ireland AM Presenter and Irish Rugby Legend, Tommy Bowe has teamed up with the Road Safety Authority and An Garda Síochána to urge drivers to leave the keys at home and kick drink driving this weekend. He joined Kieran to discuss all this and Ireland's hopes in the 6 Nations this weekend...
Disbandment of Iraqi army 'was never part of the plan' - Colonel Tim Collins
It’s been 20 years since the war in Iraq began in 2003. Several days before crossing the Iraq border, Colonel Tim Collins gave a famous speech to the 1st Battallion The Royal Irish Regiment Battle Group. Colonel Tim Collins joined Kieran on The Hard Shoulder to discuss...
Carthy: 'A United Ireland has the potential to be a much better Ireland'
Sinn Féin has an ad in today’s New York Times calling for support for a referendum on Irish unity. As part of the half-page ad, it reads: “the future is in the hands of the people – it is time to agree on a date for the Unity Referendums.” Kieran was joined by Matt Carthy, who is Sinn Fein TD for Cavan-Monaghan, as well as Owen Polley, columnist with The Belfast Newsletter.
Russian jet crash with drone was 'a direct assault on the United States' - Former Naval Officer
The Kremlin has said its relations with the US have reached their "lowest point" after a Russian fighter jet collided with an American surveillance drone yesterday, causing the latter to crash. Former Naval Officer and Senior Adviser at the Atlantic Council, Harlan Ullman joined Kieran to discuss…
'Throwing out the rulebook' - Dil Wickremasinghe on new polyamorous relationship with her wife
Journalist and podcaster Dil Wickremasinghe and her partner Anne Marie Toole have decided to enter into a polyamorous relationship, with their new girlfriend. Dil Wickremasinghe joined Kieran in studio to discuss this new chapter in her life... Image: Dil Wickremasinghe - dilw.ie
St Patrick's Day: 'Call in the army' to tackle anti-social behaviour
With the approach of Paddy’s Day looming and with many business owners shuttering their doors for the national holiday. How does St Patrick’s Day on local business and transport. Is it adequate? Is there a degree of danger associated with the day because of anti-social behaviour and excessive drinking? Kieran was joined by Assistant General Secretary of the National Rail and Bus Union, Thomas O’Connor and Janice Lawless, Manager at Beshoff’s Fish and Chip Restaurant on O’Connell Street to discuss…
Digging Deeper: Spotting Red Flags
Dr Tara Logan Buckley, Clinical Psychologist joined Kieran for a new 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 how to spot red flags in a relationship...
Tuesday Travel: Paris
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 the city of love, Paris...
'The Fosbury flop' - Olympic high jumper Dick Fosbury remembered
Dick Fosbury was an American high jumper who changed the event forever in the 1960s died yesterday at the age of 76. Kieran was joined by Olympic historian David Wallechinsky to discuss...
Common Ground: Should all Government Ministers be abroad for St Patrick’s Day?
Kieran Cuddihy 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 'Should all Government Ministers be abroad for St Patrick’s Day?'
Rascals Brewery: 'The reason we survived the pandemic was because of the support of local people'
We are celebrating Irish small businesses on The Hard Shoulder, and it’s all with thanks to Square – helping businesses run and grow. Henry McKean met Rascals, a local brewery in Inchicore Dublin 8... With thanks to Square - helping businesses run and grow. See square.com for more...
Landlords must agree not ‘to sell the property’ to receive tax breaks - Focus Ireland
The Government are considering pre-budget tax breaks for the rental sector in order to keep landlords in the market and encourage more to join the market. Mike Allen, Director of Advocacy, Focus Ireland and Lorcan Sirr, Senior Lecturer in Housing at TU Dublin joined Kieran to discuss...
'Stuff you can go to the pub and impress your mates with' - Neil Delamere and Dave Moore’s podcast
Comedians and Broadcasters Neil Delamere and Dave Moore joined Kieran to discuss “Why Would You Tell Me That?!” their podcast in which they will take turns seeking out incredible things they think everyone should know…
Planning for Biden's Irish visit started 'at least two months ago'
US President Joe Biden has confirmed he will visit Ireland to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement. Security analyst Declan Power joined Kieran in studio to discuss the security provisions that would be put in place for a trip like this...
'There's certain places you just don't take your kids' - Actress Amy De Bhrún
A well-known Belfast restaurant banned kids for being messy eaters from its premises. Should small children be allowed into restaurants, or should there be a minimum age for kids to enter? Kieran was joined by actress and mother of two, Amy De Bhrún and Claire Nash, Owner of Nash 19 Restaurant in Cork and Chair of the Cork Business Association to discuss… Image: Amy De Bhrun - Instagram @amydebhrun
'This was the right time for us' - Brian and Arthur’s Very Modern Family
TV legend, Brian Dowling and Dancing With The Star’s judge Arthur Gourounlian have a documentary airing tonight on RTÉ chronicles the ups and downs of their surrogacy journey. Brian and Arthur joined Kieran on The Hard Shoulder to discuss... Image: RTÉ
‘It’s still sinking in!’ - Henry at the Vanity Fair Oscars Party
Henry McKean joined Kieran live on The Hard Shoulder from LA. Henry was rubbing shoulders with A-listers on the red carpet of the Vanity Fair Oscars party last night, he even met some of the winners...
Mistakes made in regulation of Silicon Valley Bank 'certainly possible' in Europe
Dan O’Brien, Chief economist at Institute of International and European Affairs joined Kieran on The Hard Shoulder to discuss the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank...
Lord David Puttnam: Gary Lineker 'was absolutely correct'
Gary Lineker will return to Match Of The Day this week after he was taken off air over his tweets criticising the government's migration policy. The BBC has also apologised for the episode and announced an independent review into its social media usage guidelines. Kieran was joined by Lord David Puttnam to discuss...
Dublin 'doesn't seem like a city that wants to keep its young people'
Medical and health journalist, June Shannon has wrote in The Irish Times today that she is saying goodbye to Dublin and hello to lovely Limerick. Dublin seems to be pushing people out with its housing costs. Has Dublin officially become unlivable? Kieran was joined by June Shannon and Roisin Cullen who has recently moved from Dublin to Vancouver...
Whitmore: Companies are using alcohol-free advertising to exploit legal loophole
Jennifer Whitmore, Social Democrats TD for Wicklow has been posting about the lack of difference in advertisements for Guinness and Guinness 0.0% that she had spotted during the weekend's 6 Nation's rugby coverage. Jennifer Whitmore TD and Founder of NewWorld and brand specialist Pat Kinsley joined Kieran on the show to discuss...
'The Irish are on fire!' - Henry in Hollywood for the 95th Oscars
It's the 95th Oscars but will this year really be an Irish Academy Green wave? Henry McKean joined Kieran on The Hard Shoulder live from Hollywood. All with thanks to Aer Lingus, flying the Irish stars to Hollywood.
Sustainable fashion 'isn't just a trend, but a redesign of a system that has become archaic'
As we continue to look for ways to address our global climate crisis, sustainable fashion has been something we are hearing more and more about. So how do you get your hands on pre-loved clothes and make your wardrobe a little more sustainable? Kieran was joined by Aisling Byrne, Founder and CEO of NUW and Rhoda McDonagh, Founder of the Designer Room With special thanks to Square – helping businesses run and grow, for more see square.com…
You Are What You Eat: Iconic women and the household food revolution
On the week of International Women's Day, Aisling Larkin, Mindful Eating Coach and TV Chef joined Kieran to celebrate some of the women who revolutionised food with the home...
Cannon: Directly Elected Mayor needed to help improve Dublin City Centre
The new Garda Station on O'Connell Street in Dublin will crack down on anti-social behaviour in the area, according to the Gardaí. Kieran was joined by Ciaran Cuffe, the Green Party MEP for Dublin and Ciaran Cannon, Fine Gael TD for Galway East to discuss...