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The contrition-free apology

“This is not an apology as act of contrition for something politicians did wrong”, says John. “It’s about apologising on behalf of dead people to make yourself look better by comparison” ——————– Gript is proud to be an independent source of news, but that means we reject the lavish government or EU funding others enjoy. […]

February 28, 2026

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Eat your Greens before they eat you

Laura and Nick sit down this week to discuss the UK by-election, and the growing radicalism of the UK and Irish Greens. Also: Another deep dive by Nick into the companies making bank on IPAS accomodation; Laura stands up for old Trees; and housing policy gets more confused. PODCAST: https://gript.ie/podcasts/eat-your-greens/ ‎ Episode 20 ——————– Gript […]

March 4, 2026

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Abortion Extremism

On this week’s episode of The Long Game, Maria criticises the political appetite for abortion in Ireland, especially in light of the news that 108 babies were born alive after abortions but left to die. ——————– Gript is proud to be an independent source of news, but that means we reject the lavish government or […]

March 4, 2026

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Minister: It’s currently legal for kids to buy nicotine products

This week Health Minister Jennifer Carroll-MacNeill proposed changing the way free contraception is dispensed, and regulating vape colours and flavours to stop children getting them. Asked if it’s currently legal for children to buy nicotine products, she said it is. ——————– Gript is proud to be an independent source of news, but that means we […]

March 4, 2026

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Irish opposition: Trump a “psychopathic war-monger” in Iran

Some Irish opposition parties have slammed US President Donald Trump’s war on Iran, calling for the annual St. Patrick’s Day visit to be cancelled. Some described Trump as a “psychopathic war-monger”, “imperialist” and “misogynist” trying to distract from the Epstein Files. ——————– Gript is proud to be an independent source of news, but that means […]

March 3, 2026

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“No change” in Ireland’s terror threat level amid Iran war

This week German security authorities say they are “vigilant” about the potential for “retaliatory measures” by “Iranian sleeper cells in Europe”. Tánaiste Simon Harris says that while the State monitors such matters on an ongoing basis, “there’s been no change to our security status or threat level” in Ireland currently. ——————– Gript is proud to […]

March 3, 2026

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Religion isn’t going away

Analysing the role the Muslim vote played in the recent UK by-election, Jason argues that far from fading away, religion is only going to become more prominent in European societies going forward. ——————- Gript is proud to be an independent source of news, but that means we reject the lavish government or EU funding others […]

March 3, 2026

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‘World War Three Fought Piecemeal’

Jason and special guest Maria Maynes discuss the spiralling situation in the Middle East, the sectarian trend in UK politics and the shocking abortion story receiving no coverage from the Irish media. PODCAST: https://gript.ie/podcasts/world-war-three-fought-piecemeal/ Episode 59 ——————– Gript is proud to be an independent source of news, but that means we reject the lavish government […]

March 2, 2026

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Iran war’s impact on energy “will be felt significantly”

‘The longer this goes on, the implications for energy…will be felt significantly’: Foreign Affairs Minister Helen McEntee and Tánaiste and Finance Minister Simon Harris say the conflict in Iran could cause shocks to energy prices which will impact the economy in Ireland. ——————– Gript is proud to be an independent source of news, but that […]

March 2, 2026

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War, what is it good for?

John and Sarah discuss a great week for Irish politicians, as a new war in the Middle East stopped them from having to do any Irish politics. Also: Fuel taxes, Burkes in Jail, Stephen Kerr arrested, and a quiet start for Catherine Connolly: PODCAST: https://gript.ie/podcasts/war-what-is-it-good-for/ Episode 179 Available on Spotify & iTunes Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7kOPNDrvsxqXv8uicOotvP iTunes […]

March 6, 2026

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‘Blind eye’ turned to immigration factor in violence against women

“I have constituents telling me all the time that they do not feel safe anymore”: The Women’s Coalition on Immigration launched a cross-party group in Dublin City Centre on Wednesday, with members calling for urgent Safeguarding and Transparency Reforms. More: https://gript.ie/coalition-immigration-factor-in-violence-against-women-ignored/ ——————– Gript is proud to be an independent source of news, but that means […]

March 5, 2026

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The Green Wave is over

“Net Zero is over, and the new Green strategy is just to win migrant votes” – Nick Delehanty talks about the increasing radicalism of Irish Greens in the aftermath of last week’s by-election in the UK. ——————– Gript is proud to be an independent source of news, but that means we reject the lavish government […]

March 5, 2026

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Irish Government has overregulated, says Infrastructure Minister

Infrastructure Minister Jack Chambers: “I think Governments across Europe have over-regulated in certain areas.” Ben Scallan: “Including in Ireland?” Infrastructure Minister Jack Chambers: “Absolutely, I think so.” ——————– Gript is proud to be an independent source of news, but that means we reject the lavish government or EU funding others enjoy. We need your support […]

March 5, 2026

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Operation Epic Fury or Epic Fail?

Days into the US Operation ‘Epic Fury’ targeting Iran, supporters are still cheering while sceptics remain unconvinced. Jason takes a look at some of the key developments so far and invites viewers to share their thoughts on it. Live at 7pm 04/03/2026 ——————– Gript is proud to be an independent source of news, but that […]

March 5, 2026

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Save the trees, chop the Greens

“These people think environmentalism is putting metal bird guillotines – windmills – across the country, while cutting down trees to make way for Rugby pitches” – Laura goes off this week on Green hypocrisy over Kenilworth Square in Dublin. ——————– Gript is proud to be an independent source of news, but that means we reject […]

March 4, 2026

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