The Hard Shoulder
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Afternoon Update: Leo Varadkar's last day, Trump on abortion and Liverpool announce safe standing expansion
This is the Afternoon Update – The Hard Shoulder’s catch-up on the day's news. Today, Kieran Cuddihy was joined by Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer with Irish Daily Star and Wendy Grace, Broadcaster and Columnist...
Kurt Cobain's 30th Anniversary: 'He was just incredible'
It's been 30 years since the world lost one of its most iconic and enigmatic figures, Kurt Cobain, the frontman of Nirvana.Buzz O'Neill, the nightlclub promoter and Morty McCarthy, from The Sultans of Ping joined Kieran to discuss...
You Are What You Eat: Lamb
Aisling Larkin, Mindful Eating Coach and TV Chef joined Kieran today to chat about lamb...
Garda whistleblower scandal: 10 Years On
It is 10 years since An Garda Síochána went through one of its most turbulent times that saw the then Garda Commissioner Martin Callinan resign from his top position. Many will remember he stood down due to his handling of information from whistleblowers Maurice McCabe and John WIlson, and the controversies over the wiping of driver penalty points. Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent with The Irish Examiner joined Kieran Cuddihy to discuss...
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...
'It was a bit of craic' - Dermot Bannon on being a Blind Date contestant in 1994
Blind Date is set to make a return on the BBC, with Claudia Winkleman set to present. Kieran was joined by presenter and architect on RTÉ’s Room to Improve and former Blind Date contestant, Dermot Bannon to discuss his time on the show. Dermot also discussed the RIAI Simon Open Door campaign...
Storm Kathleen: Continued bad weather 'has been horrendous' for farmers
Storm Kathleen is set strike tomorrow morning with Orange Weather status set for several counties accross Ireland. It seems like there has been no let up for farmers across the country as the poor conditions hit hard on their work. Kieran was joined by Ivan Curran, Broadleas Farm, Stamullen, Co Meath, Hannah Quinn Mulligan Journalist and farmer and Edward Hayden TV Chef and Culinary Lecturer...
Afternoon Update: Dublin appoints Night Mayor, RSA 'not fit for purpose' and Kurt Cobain anniversary
This is the Afternoon Update – The Hard Shoulder’s catch-up on the day's news. Today, Anton was joined by Meghan Scully, Broadcaster and Conor Lally, Irish Times Crime and Security Editor...
‘They believe she’s a free speech martyr’ - J.K. Rowling has support of US politicians
As it is election year in the US, every Thursday here on the Hard Shoulder we are going to get the latest from the campaign trail. Kieran was joined by Jeff Kuhner, Host of The Kuhner Report on WRKO AM680 Radio in Boston...
United Ireland: Is unification worth the cost?
A new study has revealed that a United Ireland will cost €20 billion a year for 20 years. That is according to a new research paper by the Institute of International and European Affairs think-tank. But are these figures accurate and is unification worth the cost? Kieran was joined by Editor of An Phoblacht and the former General Secretary of Sinn Féin, Robbie Smyth and Newstalk Business Editor, Joe Lynam to discuss...
MetroLink planning hearing ends: What next?
After 6 weeks of hearings and over 120 submissions from various parties – the public hearings in to the long proposed Metrolink in Dublin have finally come to an end. Olivia Kelly, Dublin Editor of The Irish Times joined Kieran to discuss...
Movies That Did Not Age Well
Molly Ringwald from the film The Breakfast Club has commented that the movie did not age well.It got us thinking, what other movies have aged poorly? Or are we all a bit too woke? Kieran was joined by Founder of Goss Media, Ali Ryan and Comedian Jim Elliott to discuss
Afternoon Update: Storm Kathleen, Crisis at UHL and Celebrating the Irish Pub
This is the Afternoon Update – The Hard Shoulder’s catch-up on the day's news. Today, Anton was joined by Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training at The Communications Clinic and columnist with The Sunday Independent and Jen Hogan, Journalist, author, and columnist with The Irish Times to discuss.Alan O’Reilly from Carlow Weather also joined Kieran to discuss the bad weather that is expected over the weekend...
The Shopping Trolley Hotline: Soup
Newstalk's own, Simon Tierney joined Anton Savage 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 brought a selection of soup to taste...
Brendan Ogle: ‘The hate speech legislation is about decency’
This is The Soapbox. Today, Anton was joined by Brendan Ogle, social commentator, trade unionist and activist to discuss why he thinks Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil are moving to the right of centre…
Tech Takeover: Why AI is threatening music artists
Jess Kelly, Newstalk Technology Correspondent joined Anton for the Tech Takeover. This week Jess looked at why AI is threatening music artists...
‘An insane concept’ - NTA plans to end direct rail services between Wexford and Dublin
The National Transport Authority is considering scrapping the direct route connecting Rosslare to Connolly Station in Dublin. The proposal could add to overall journey time as commuters will need to connect to the city via DART. Ciara Murphy from rail advocacy group South East on Track uses the Wexford-Dublin route daily. She joined Anton to discuss the proposal…
Seagulls: Friend or Foe?
“Seagulls are being forced into our urban spaces by the loss of their natural spaces, and we must learn to live with them.“ That's according to scientists who say we must better respect our avian friends but is that easier said than done? Anton is joined by Keith Connolly, Fianna Fáil Councillor on Dublin City Council to discuss.
"There was no dignity" Locals in Limerick react to hospital overcrowding
Overcrowding issues at University Hospital Limerick are back in the spotlight again after the tragic details emerged from a HSE review.Listeners got in touch with Newstalk, to share more devasting accounts of how the overcrowding has affected their loved ones.We sent Newstalk reporter, Josh Crosbie to Limerick to meet with those working there and those who are being admitted.
‘I didn’t have any choice’ - Former Somali Government Advisor on life in Direct Provision
Salman Jamal is a well known journalist in Somalia, but due to his work, an attempt was made on his life. And with a promise that a second attempt would not fail, he had no option but to flee and seek refuge. His journey has brought him to Ireland and to Citywest, while his wife and three kids are still in Somalia.Salman joined Anton in studio to talk about his experience.
Teachers Abroad: 'The pay and conditions are significantly better here'
The ASTI Annual Convention is underway this week in Wexford and one of the issues that has been raised is how we can keep our young teachers from going abroad.Anton Was joined by English and History Teacher in Abu Dhabi, Ciara McKenna and High School teacher in Perth, Micheál O’Sé to discuss...
Afternoon Update: Lack of Gardaí in Dublin, Rail services between Wexford and Dublin and Seagulls
This is the Afternoon Update – The Hard Shoulder’s catch-up on the day's news. Today, Anton was joined by Jack Horgan Jones, Political Correspondent with the Irish Times and Sinead Ryan, Consumer Columnist with the Irish Independent and the Presenter of The Home Show at Newstalk to discuss...
Noeline Blackwell: We should value our NGOs more
This is The Soapbox. Today, Kieran was joined by Noeline Blackwell, Human rights lawyer and Consultant and Online safety co-ordinator with the Children’s Rights Alliance to discuss why she thinks we are too harsh on NGOs...
Mr Motivator: 'We all need to get fitter'
Mr Motivator the iconic fitness instructor has said in the Daily Mail that we need to be a bit more honest with how we view ourselves, and why we should be able to tell people to address their unhealthy weight.Mr Motivator, aka Derrick Evans joined Anton on The Hard Shoulder...
The Bookshelf with Helena Duggan
Children's Author Helena Duggan joined Anton on The Hard Shoulder to discuss some of her favourite books...
Ulick McEvaddy: 'It is essential that they have Terminal 3 built and open within 5 years'
A private company has submitted plans to Fingal County Council to create a third terminal at Dublin Airport. D. A. Terminal 3 Ltd, the company owned by Ulick and Des McEvaddy will submit full plans for the terminal within the next 6 weeks. Ulick McEvaddy joined Anton on The Hard Shoulder to discuss...
Picky Eaters: How to win them over
Frankie Muniz, he of Malcolm in the Middle fame is taking part in the Australian version of I’m A Celebrity Get me Out of Here and he made the admission that he has never eaten a tomato or a strawberry. What does one do if people who are picky eaters and how awkward it is when out for dinner, maybe on a date or if you’re hosting Anton was joined Holly Dalton, Chef and Director of Conbini Condiments and Comedian, Steve Cummins to discuss...
'Invisible barriers continue to exist' for people with autism in Ireland
Today is World Autism Awareness Day. It’s a disorder that is misunderstood and as we have heard on this program throughout the years under supported. Anton Savage was joined by Adam Harris, CEO of AsIAm, Keith Walsh, Podcasting and PR Guru and Cara Darmody, 13-year-old Autism Activist...
Afternoon Update: Simon Coveney steps down from Cabinet, Teaching Conferences and International Children’s Book Day
This is the Afternoon Update – The Hard Shoulder’s catch-up on the day's news. Today, Anton was joined by Brian Mahon, Political Correspondent with the Irish Daily Mail and Ellen Butler, Newstalk Reporter
US Election: Robert F. Kennedy Jr's 'candidacy has skyrocketed'
As it is election year in the US, every Thursday here on the Hard Shoulder we are going to get the latest from the campaign trail. Kieran was joined by Jeff Kuhner, Host of The Kuhner Report on WRKO AM680 Radio in Boston...
Archbishop Eamon Martin: 'A very happy and blessed Easter to all'
Today is Holy Thursday in what is the biggest week of the year for the Catholic Faith ahead of Easter this Sunday. Eamon Martin Catholic Primate Archbishop of Armagh joined Kieran to discuss...
'She didn't seem to have anybody else' - Woman arrested after accompanying paralysed woman to Dignitas
Assisted dying legislation here in Ireland looks likely to be brought into Ireland but how does the system look in other countries. One country that has this service available to its citizens is Canada who allow for those suffering both physically and mentally to avail of medically assisted dying. Senator Jim Cowan, board member with Dying With Dignity Canada joined Kieran to discuss this.Sue Lawford, a humanist celebrant was arrested after accompanying a woman called Sharon to Dignitas in Switzerland. Sharon was wheelchair bound due to a fall left her paralysed from the neck down. Sue also joined Kieran to discuss her experience...
Rip-Off Ireland: Fuel Prices
Is Rip-Off Ireland Back with a bang?Over the next few weeks, we will be looking into the continuing rise in the cost-of-living, but also the price of socialising and leisure activities.Today, Newstalk reporter Sheila Naughton joined Kieran in studio to look at the price of a petrol and diesel at the pump...
'Two of my friends met in the smoking area' - What changed after the smoking ban in 2004?
It's the 20th anniversary of the Smoking ban, and with that came the smoking section. Henry McKean spent some time looking at how you could meet a lover over a cigarette, the vibe and how they have developed into constructions, sometimes costing hundreds of thousands of euro to build. Henry McKean visited the iconic traditional pub and smoking section, O'Donoghues Pub on Merrion Row in Dublin. He sent this report...
Afternoon Update: Excise duty to be cut, Metrolink and Easter traditions
This is the Afternoon Update – The Hard Shoulder’s catch-up on the day's news. Today, Kieran was joined by Michael Kelly, Journalist and Former Editor of the Irish Catholic and Niamh Maher, Commercial Creative Director with Journal Media...
Ferdinand draws the crowds at cross-border match
More than 1,000 people attended a cross-border soccer match at the Sligo Rovers Showgrounds today. Rio Ferdinand and Westlife’s Shane Filan led the teams of young players from North and South out for the peacebuilding project. Newstalk reporter, Josh Crosbie was there meeting with everyone involved.
Conor Skehan: The legal system is the cause of delays in planning
This is The Soapbox. Today, Kieran was joined by Conor Skehan, Sunday Independent Columnist, former chair of the Housing Agency and Lecturer in Planning at Technological University Dublin to discuss why he thinks our planning permission system is too entangled with the legal system...
Tech Takeover: Why does Revolut want your PPS number?
Jess Kelly, Newstalk Technology Correspondent joined Kieran for the Tech Takeover. This week Jess looked at why Revolut is asking for customer's PPS number...
EU Asylum Pact: 'It is more efficient to establish domestic policies' - Carthy
One of the motions which emerged from Cabinet today was that Ireland would opt into EU measures as part of a migration pact. What exactly does would this pact entail and is it a good idea to be opted into it. Kieran was joined by Niall O’Keefe, Head of International and Migration at the Irish Red Cross and Matt Carthy, TD and Sinn Fein Spokesperson on Foreign Affairs & Defence...
Donohoe: ‘My ambitions always laid outside being Taoiseach’
Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Public Expenditure joined Kieran on The Hard Shouder to discuss newly announced extra funding within the National Development Plan to further national projects like Bus Connects and Irish rail, affordable Housing, extra hospital beds and much more. Minister Donohoe also discussed the EU asylum pact and why he didn't want to be leader of Fine Gael or Taoiseach...
Afternoon Update: Jonathan Hill’s future, Ireland to opt into EU migration Pact and Voting Age
This is the Afternoon Update – The Hard Shoulder’s catch-up on the day's news. Today, Kieran was joined by Kieran Cunningham, Chief Sports Writer with Irish Daily Star and Gina London, Leadership communications expert and Sunday Independent columnist...
Rory Hearne: 'If I don't get out for a run, I feel bad about myself'
This is The Soapbox. Today, Kieran was joined by Rory Hearne, Associate Professor in Social Policy in the Department of Applied Social Studies in Maynooth University, Author of ‘Gaffs' to discuss what he loves about running...
The Bookshelf with Tánaiste Micheál Martin
Micheál Martin, Tánaiste, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence, Leader of Fianna Fáil and TD for Cork South Central joined Kieran on The Hard Shoulder to discuss some of his favourite books...
Government party leaders to meet to 'firm up' election date for next year
Micheál Martin, Tánaiste, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence, Leader of Fianna Fáil and TD for Cork South Central joined Kieran on The Hard Shoulder to discuss the recent appointment of Simon Harris as leader of Fine Gael...
Minister to look at allowing sports clubs and charities install Deposit Return Scheme machines ‘during the year’
The Deposit Return Scheme has been in full swing for over 40 days, yet some households have not fully grasp it yet with only €1.2m worth of deposits being returned to customers. Minister of State for Public Procurement and eGovernment Ossian Smyth joined Kieran to discuss...
Licensing laws: 'We have to get in line with other European countries'
Fine Gael backbenchers such as Michael Ring and Charlie Flanagan have applied pressure on Simon Harris to scrap the new late night licencing laws in a bid for Fine Gael to stay true to its core values.Kieran was joined by Professor Frank Murray, Chairman of Alcohol Action Irealand and Liver Specialist and Jackie Conboy Co-Founder of the Music and Entertainment Association of Ireland to discuss...
Voicenotes: 'We are losing the art of two-sided conversation'
Voicenotes - you either love to see them land in your Whatsapp and eagerly press play or you immediately roll your eyes and prepare for the onslaught of reasons for a voice note and time wasted before they get to the very point for the message. Kieran was joined by Niamh O’Reilly, freelance journalist and Jim Elliot, Comedian to discuss...
Price of a pint: 'The industry is in a crisis' - Vintner's Federation
Guinness owner Diageo is hiking the price of a pint once again.The company has confirmed that it plans to increase the price of Guinness by the equivalent of 6c per pint and the price of Guinness 0.0 by 9c per pint.Pat Crotty, CEO of the Vintner's Federation joined Kieran on The Hard Shoulder to discuss...
Afternoon Update: Licensing laws, McEntee hopes to remain as Justice Minister and Voicenotes
This is the Afternoon Update – The Hard Shoulder’s catch-up on the day's news. Today, Kieran was joined by Paul Hosford, Political Correspondent with the Irish Examiner and Meghann Scully, Broadcaster...
Maia Dunphy: 'When did we stop taking things at face value?'
This is The Soapbox. Today, Kieran was joined by Maia Dunphy, Writer and Broadcaster to discuss the human obsession with speculation...