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Life can be full of confusing things, but no need to worry! Every Wednesday, Simon Tierney will be showing you ‘How to do Stuff’ - bringing his best tips for those things you might not think about.
This week, Simon joins Kieran to discuss how you thank someone properly!
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Last week, Minister for Children Norma Foley announced that the wait for monthly €200 childcare costs might be much longer than originally anticipated, as other changes in the system need to be addressed first.
It begs the question, is the sector viable?
Joining Kieran to discuss the Minister’s statement is Karen Clince, CEO & Founder of Tigers Childcare and Mark Wall, Labour Spokesperson on Social Protection, Children, Disability and Equality.
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Postcards made by big name artists and celebrities will go on sale this weekend in aid of Jack & Jill for their annual ‘Incognito Art’ sale.
One of those involved, Irish Fashion Designer Dr Don O’Neill, joins Kieran to discuss!
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For this week’s Tech Takeover, Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly joined Kieran to discuss a conference hosted by the Children's Rights Alliance that gave deep analysis on what protections are in place for children and young people on the internet and what more needs to be done, including areas that need urgent action.
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Tánaiste Simon Harris is meeting with US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnik to discuss all things tariffs, as President Trump’s economic plan is fully in swing. One other political plan of the US President is the issue of Greenland and its security.
Carla Sands, Vice Chair for the Center for Energy & Environment at American First Policy Institute and former US Ambassador to Denmark and Greenland joins Kieran to discuss why the US has such an interest in Greenland…
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You should never judge someone until you walk a mile in their shoes, but apparently you can judge them on the type of shoes they walk in!
According to a survey by Deichmann, our choice in footwear says a lot about us.
Laura Mullet, Stylist and Journalist and Frances Kelleher, Life Coach and Dating Expert join Kieran to discuss.
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A new survey from the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre is shedding light on people’s attitudes towards sexual violence…
The research shows that many people retain victim-blaming views, with 1 in 5 believing that there are ‘a lot’ of false rape claims, and 1 in 6 people saying that someone who is raped while under the influence of alcohol or drugs is partly responsible for that happening to them.
Joining Kieran to discuss this is CEO of the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre, Rachel Morrogh and Clinical Psychotherapist Stephanie Regan.
Image: @DublinRCC on Twitter
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Irish Singer Daniel O’Donnell has had to come out and dispel rumours that he is unwell and in hospital after a hoax circulated asking for aid…
Daniel joins Kieran to explain more.
Image: Daniel O’Donnell, Facebook
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The US Masters takes place this week – an event marked on the calendar of every golf fan around the world.
Well, tonight is the Champions Dinner – and the previous year’s champions gets to decide the menu!
Last year’s champion Scottie Scheffler caused some consternation with his menu being centred around cheeseburger sliders…
To discuss, Kieran is joined by Masters fanatic and Executive Chef at the K Club, Gary O’Hanlon.
Image: The Masters
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The use of unlicensed springs in surgeries at Temple Street Children’s Hospital in Dublin “was wrong”, according to a review carried out by the Health Information and Quality Authority.
It comes as the Chair of the Children’s Health Ireland Board Jim Browne resigned earlier today, following a report by HIQA.
Minister for Health, Jennifer Carroll MacNeill, joins Kieran to discuss…
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Eamon Ryan, Climate Campaigner and former Leader of the Green Party joins Kieran to place his favourite book on the Hard Shoulder Bookshelf!
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Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien has advised that he is speaking with the Attorney General about the potential for special legislation to remove the planning issues around the airport passenger cap.
The Minister said this yesterday at the launch of phase one of Dublin Airport’s solar farm.
Kenny Jacobs, CEO of Dublin Airport Authority joins Kieran to discuss this meeting, and what the future looks like for Dublin Airport.
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Spring truly sprung, and while the domestic gods and goddesses out there go about their spring cleaning – there is one thing we should consider on that to-do list: our tech!
Emmet Ryan, Business and Technology Journalist, joins Kieran to discuss.
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The Health Information & Quality Authority (HIQA) has released a 200-page review into the use of improper implant springs in spinal surgeries at temple street university hospital - finding that there was no ethical approval granted at the hospital for their use by a surgeon…
Joining Kieran to discuss this is Priscilla Lynch, Clinical Editor with the Medical Independent and Tony Foley, father of Ronan Foley.
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Yesterday, we learned the Dublin City Transport Plan is entering its second phase this summer as efforts to reduce cars in the city continue…
So, the question is: are the days of the car in the city numbered?
James May, former Top Gear and The Grand Tour Presenter, joins Kieran to discuss this, and his upcoming tour.
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Kieran’s guest has recently returned from working in Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis, what did he witness in his time in Gaza?
Vascular Trauma Surgeon Morgan McMonagle joins me now.
Image: Reuters
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Earlier in the show, Kieran spoke with Karl Ducque from the Solas Project about his experience of getting out of crime.
Gary Gannon, Social Democrats TD for Dublin Central, joins to discuss his own perspective on the issue of young people and crime.
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For this week’s Kids Health Check, Kieran is joined by Ciara O’Brien, Business and Tech Journalist at Irish Times to look at social media for teenagers.
What do you do when they start asking to join them, which ones are better and what safeguards can you put to make the process easier?
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The plan to put a levy on Netflix and other streamers to support independent Irish productions has been squished by the Minister for Media.
Patrick O’Donovan has said that people are already paying enough for streaming services, but is he right?
Joining Kieran to discuss is Larry Bass, CEO of production company ShinAWil and former board member of Screen Ireland and the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland.
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99 problems, but finding an ice cream isn’t one.
Yes, the fine weather has ushered in the return of the Ice cream van this year earlier than expected – but is the soft serve industry in Ireland less screwballs and sprinkles and more game of cones?
Newstalk’s Sarah Madden reports
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