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According to a new survey by Currys, more and more parents doubt their kids can operate the cooker or a washing machine, so are sending their kids off to college with high tech devices like an air fryer.
Do we need to do more to teach these basic skills such as cooking and cleaning, and how do we get it across to our children?
Newstalk’s Henry McKean went to ask the youth of Athlone about their ability to use appliances, and Kieran was joined by JP McMahon, Galway Chef and Restaurateur and Michelle Harding, Founder of School of Life, to discuss.
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In preparation for Bewley’s Big Coffee Morning for Hospice, Catherine Fulvio is offering her cooking class for TY students who organise one, on top of cash prizes for the school.
Catherine joins Kieran to discuss more.
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The government has suggested that asylum seekers who are working could have to contribute up to 238 euros toward their state accommodation and services.
Is this reasonable and fair to ask of Asylum Seekers coming to Ireland?
Kieran is joined by Fergus Finlay, Columnist for the Irish Examiner, to discuss.
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It has been 40 years this year since the debut studio album ‘Red Roses for Me’ by the Pogues was released.
And for this week’s Thursday Interview, Kieran is joined by Pogues Co-Founder Spider Stacy.
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An anti-immigration protest took place today, beginning on O’Connell Street and ending in front of Leinster House.
To discuss what happened, Kieran is joined by Louise Burne, Political Correspondent for the Irish Mirror.
Image: @louiseburne_ on X
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You’ve seen the shocking attacks via pagers in Lebanon over the last few days, but there’s no sign that this bloodshed is going to stop. That’s according to professor Amnon Aran, professor of Middle Eastern Politics at City St. George’s University London. He joins Kieran to discuss.
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Last week, Tánaiste Micheál Martin said that he believes that the murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier should have gone before a jury and later doubled down on his comments when asked to defend them. He spoke about it on Newstalk Breakfast earlier this week.
Joining Kieran to respond to those comments is Sophie’s son, Pierre-Louis Baudey Vignaud.
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The European Union is urging member countries to ban smoking and vaping in outdoor spaces like playgrounds, bus stops, and café terraces as part of its 'Beating Cancer Plan. The aim is to protect citizens from second-hand smoke.
However, Irish Minister Jack Chambers has expressed doubts, saying he's 'not sure how workable' the proposal is.
Joining Kieran to discuss is John Crowne, Professor and Consultant Medical Oncologist at St Vincent’s Hospital Group and Dr Garrett McGovern, Medical Director of Priority Medical Clinic and GP specialising in Addiction.
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Managing the politics, guest list, activities, and goodie bags of your kids’ birthdays can be hectic – and that’s barely scratching the surface of how crazy things can get!
Joining Kieran to share their experiences and how best to manage the stress is Host of Screentime on Newstalk, John Fardy and Freelance Journalist Niamh O’Reilly.
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It’s time for the Shopping Trolley Hotline! Where we review the same product from various stores and brands.
Newstalk’s Simon Tierney joined Kieran to compare different options to find the best cookie!
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As the legendary Hamilton musical makes its way to the Bórd Gáis on its UK & Ireland tour, Kieran speaks with some of the cast about the show.
Shaq Taylor and Sam Oladeinde, who play American Founding Fathers Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr respectively, join to discuss.
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Following Newstalk Reporter Josh Crosbie’s report regarding HSE spending on walking aids, including the reveal of figures, David Cullinane, Sinn Féin’s Health Spokesperson joins Kieran to discuss further.
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It’s the 30th anniversary of ER, the iconic medical drama that changed TV forever. Joining the show is a very special guest, Yvette Freeman, who played Nurse Haleh Adams on the show for over a decade! Yvette was a fan favourite, bringing heart and soul to the ER team.
She reflects on the show and its impact with Kieran.
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For this week’s Tech Takeover, Henry McKean is taking over! He is at the Ploughing Championships in Laois, and joins Kieran to showcase all of the interesting technology on display from exhibitors.
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Stephen Donnelly has announced that he wants to extend the free contraception scheme to 16 year olds. Many have deemed it a brave move - or does it mean we need to rethink the age of consent?
Joining Kieran to discuss is Audience Editor and Columnist for the Independent, Saoirse Hanley and member of Ogra Aontú, Luke Silke.
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Recently, Nadia Adan, the owner of car dealership Ashford Motors – stirred the pot online about personalised car plates. She asks why people in Ireland can’t get them while you can just over the border. Is there much of an appetite for this, and can it realistically happen?
Nadia joins Kieran to discuss.
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This year marks the 30th anniversary of ER, the iconic hospital drama...
Joining Kieran to reflect on the show is Consultant in Emergency Medicine, Chris Luke and Newstalk's Sue Murphy.
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You may know that the HSE does not take back the crutches they give out to their patients - which means, they must buy new sets of walking aids each time. Because of this, millions are spent. Newstalk Reporter Josh Crosbie joins Kieran Cuddihy to share his findings.
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Killarney has found itself in the spotlight after American travel writer Rick Steves named it one of Europe’s top tourist traps. Steves described the town as overcrowded with tour buses and tacky souvenirs.
Joining Kieran to discuss this is Eoghan Corry, Travel Editor for the Air & Travel Magazine.
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Day one of the Ploughing Championships at Ratheniska in Co Laois has ended, and it’s safe to say that it was a success!
Henry McKean has been spending time there and asked people what they love about the ploughing…
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