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What is proper toilet paper etiquette?
2d ago · 7:42
The burgeoning trade war between the United States and Canada may well catch many Americans short: they use the most toilet paper in the world on average, and while they’re manufactured stateside, they’re made with Canadian lumber! So, should they cut back on their use, and what is correct toilet paper etiquette? Agnes Boucher Hayes, Home Economist, joins Seán to discuss.
Blackberry picking season - why is it important?
2d ago · 10:54
It's blackberry season! The still red and green fruits will darken and ripen over the coming weeks and the white, sometimes blush, flowers will form into berries later, prolonging the supply over several autumn months. What is the significance of this season, and will you be going out to pick some? Regina Sexton, UCC Food and Culinary Historian, food writer, broadcaster and cook joins Seán to discuss!
The emerging ‘drag king’ scene in Ireland
2d ago · 7:47
You’ve heard about drag queens, but what about drag kings? What is the difference? Shani Williams, AKA ‘Slick O’ is the Founder of the Irish Drag King Collective and joins Seán to discuss.
Why is there an increasing demand for theme parks?
2d ago · 15:31
Universal Studios is currently building its first theme park in Europe with a park in Bedfordshire in the UK, and a new announcement for three anime theme parks (including Dragon Ball Z) in Paris has sent shockwaves through theme park fans everywhere. So, why is there such a demand for them? Olivia Fahy, Entertainment journalist and Founder of Press Play joins Seán to discuss!
Why are young people going mad for a 19th century painting?
3d ago · 8:15
‘The Meeting on the Turret Stairs’ by Wicklow-born Frederic William Burton, which is on display in the National Gallery in Dublin, has gone viral, but why? Joining Seán to discuss this is Frank McNally, Journalist with the Irish Times and Chief Writer of An Irishman's Diary. Image: National Gallery of Ireland
Are bandanas making a comeback?
3d ago · 5:45
We saw big celebs rock bandanas in the early 90s, and now this simple accessory is back in the spotlight. From necks and wrists to bags and even gym outfits, the Joining Seán to discuss this is Stylist Judy Gilroy.
Should school uniforms be made more comfortable?
3d ago · 10:01
Why are school jumpers so itchy? Why are shirts tight around the neck? Is this all done on purpose? Many argue that school uniforms should be made more comfortable for children, so why hasn’t it happened yet? Niamh O'Reilly, Columnist with the Journal, has been writing about this and joins Seán to discuss.
What is life really like in Australia?
3d ago · 8:49
Have you noticed more people moving to Australia recently? It seems to be a land of opportunity for many, but is life really better down under? Cork man living in New South Wales, Steve Guerrin, joins Seán to discuss.
Is it ever okay to be late? - Henry McKean Asks
3d ago · 24:57
In 2026 is it still acceptable to be fashionably late in Ireland? Is it ok to be late to a party, but not ok to be late to a restaurant booking? Or is it a time blindness, the inability to understand how fast time is passing and the underestimation of travel times? To discuss further, Seán is joined by Henry McKean!
Looking back on Dolly Parton’s movie career
4d ago · 7:17
While much of the coverage of the passing of legendary country singer Dolly Parton will examine her music and philanthropy, it can be too-easily-forgotten that she had a fantastic Hollywood career, from ‘9 to 5’ to ‘Steel Magnolias’. Joining Tom Dunne to look back is Film Critic Brian Lloyd.
How do you make a drastic career change later in life?
4d ago · 13:18
CAO offers and the end of a sunny summer can make us all ponder our career choices. If you are doing a job you really don’t like, and you need to make a dramatic change, where do you start? And does your age preclude you from making that career leap? Joining Tom Dunne to discuss is Peter Cosgrove, Managing Director at Careers Portal.
What is ‘Pheremone Maxxing’?
4d ago · 8:53
What is ‘Pheromone Maxxing’? It's the latest dating trend which advises men to stop showering… So, could sweat be the secret to picking up women? Joining guest host Tom Dunne to discuss is Dr Tristram Wyatt, Senior Research Fellow in the Department of Biology at the University of Oxford.
Moncrieff’s Murder Club: When nature plays a role
4d ago · 14:32
Every Wednesday, Cassie Delaney will join to tell unusual stories on heinous crimes… This week, Cassie joins guest host Tom Dunne to discuss cases where nature played its own part.
What is the cost of convenience?
4d ago · 18:19
People are happy to pay a premium for convenience, whether it’s paying a fee to have your groceries delivered or reserving a hotel online instead of calling the hotel directly, but is all this convenience costing us a lot over the course of a year? Joining guest host Tom Dunne to discuss is Conor Pope, Consumer Affairs Correspondent for the Irish Times…
Good news: Cleavage is back!
5d ago · 8:20
Sales of push-up bras have been steadily increasing - is this a sign that cleavage is returning to the forefront? Katie Glass, Columnist The Times UK, has been writing about this and joins Seán to discuss.
Does this kids TV show say something political?
5d ago · 11:48
Paw Patrol is a children’s show about talking dogs who rescue people and stop criminals. They’re an independent group, who, according to one of the movies, fund their operations with t-shirt sales. Apparently, the public sector can’t get the job done, so this private dog outfit has to save the day… So is Paw Patrol secretly capitalist propaganda? Paul Whitington, Cultural Critic, joins Seán to discuss.
What does a sustainable smartphone look like?
5d ago · 12:30
We tend to replace our phones every few years, mostly because they’re not very friendly to upgrade or repair. This hurts your pocket, and the environment. So, what would a phone built with this in mind look like? The company Fairphone has done just this, building a new, sustainable phone. Joining Seán to discuss is Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly.
ICE agents to start using electric shock gloves - why?
5d ago · 8:34
Despite the deaths caused by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, they have been given a new weapon: electric shock gloves… Declan Power, Security and defence analyst, joins Seán to discuss.
Going to Electric Picnic? This is your survival guide
5d ago · 7:10
If you’re going to Electric Picnic, the weather is not looking good with downpours and thunderstorms being forecasted. So, how should you prepare so you’re not drowned out while trying to enjoy the music? Alan O’Reilly from Carlow Weather joins Seán to discuss!
Should the driving age go up for young men?
5d ago · 12:29
“I’d also advocate a higher eligible age to get a licence for boys as opposed to girls, for obvious reasons. I’d not let any young man behind the wheel before 25.” Seán O'Grady, Associate Editor at the Independent, has been writing about this, and joins Seán to discuss.
German politician proposes swingers party in city hall - why?
6d ago · 7:32
German politics is under increasing pressure from the far right, but thankfully, there is another option: swinging! A local politician in the city of Mannheim wants to turn it into the go-to place for swingers, but why? James Rothwell, Berlin Correspondent with The Telegraph, joins Seán to discuss.
The 40th anniversary of Hurricane Charley
6d ago · 9:21
Forty years ago, a tropical storm that began off the coast of the US travelled across the Atlantic to Ireland, picking up moisture along the way. It became Hurricane Charley, and arrived at the end of an already wet summer. It destroyed homes, cost five people their lives and in Bray, left fish on the road… Noeleen McManus, retired Journalist and Bray resident, joins Seán to discuss.
What side of the bed do you sleep on? - Henry McKean Reports
6d ago · 11:55
What side of the bed do you sleep on and why? We are hearing some people in a relationship don't have a side of the bed, and whoever gets in first takes a side. But do you have a side of the bed even if you are single? Henry McKean went to ask bed and sleep experts, and sent in this report.
Why is there so much emphasis on learning cursive handwriting?
6d ago · 11:39
When the younger kids go back to school in the coming weeks, they will no doubt be taught the skill of cursive writing, but how necessary or important is that today? Dr. Sinead McCauley Lambe from the School of Inclusive & Special Education at DCU joins Seán to discuss.
The power of the human brain
6d ago · 8:48
You have possibly heard the claim that we only use 10% of our brainpower, but how true (or untrue) is that, and what is the potential of the human brain? Ruth Freeman, Director of Research for Society at Research Ireland joins Seán to discuss.

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What is proper toilet paper etiquette?

Blackberry picking season - why is it important?

The emerging ‘drag king’ scene in Ireland

Why is there an increasing demand for theme parks?

Why are young people going mad for a 19th century painting?

Are bandanas making a comeback?

Should school uniforms be made more comfortable?

What is life really like in Australia?

Is it ever okay to be late? - Henry McKean Asks

Looking back on Dolly Parton’s movie career

How do you make a drastic career change later in life?

What is ‘Pheremone Maxxing’?

Moncrieff’s Murder Club: When nature plays a role

What is the cost of convenience?

Good news: Cleavage is back!

Does this kids TV show say something political?

What does a sustainable smartphone look like?

ICE agents to start using electric shock gloves - why?

Going to Electric Picnic? This is your survival guide

Should the driving age go up for young men?

German politician proposes swingers party in city hall - why?

The 40th anniversary of Hurricane Charley

What side of the bed do you sleep on? - Henry McKean Reports

Why is there so much emphasis on learning cursive handwriting?

The power of the human brain