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‘The Last Who Remember’: Brian Kaller on tradition and preserving connection

Brian Kaller has written a book provisionally entitled ‘The Last Who Remember’ about the wisdom he gathered from older Irish men and women who remember the great traditions and customs. #gript

December 20, 2023

01:44

Gardaí: It is “beyond belief” that people engage in intoxicated driving

It is “beyond belief” that some find it acceptable to drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol, Garda Supt. Jane Humphreys has said in a warning to road users. She added that “distracted driving” and “inappropriate speed” for the weather were factors in collisions. #gript

January 4, 2024

24:55

‘Economic contribution of migrants highly dependent on country of origin’

Dutch academic, Dr Jan van der Beek, discusses research which predicts that immigration will cost the Netherlands €600bn by 2040. https://dr-janvandebeek.backme.org/

January 15, 2024

04:25

Elon Musk hits out at Irish climate plan to cut 200k cattle

“Leave the farmers alone”: In an exclusive interview with @Ben_Scallan, Elon Musk has said that the Irish government’s plan to cut 200,000 cattle nationwide will have “zero” impact on the climate, and bets $1 billion that the impact would “not even be measurable.”

January 24, 2024

25:50

Gript interviews Elon Musk on Irish hate speech bill

“I’ll bet you a billion dollars”: In a Gript exclusive, Ben Scallan interviews Elon Musk on Helen McEntee’s hate speech bill, how climate policies like cutting herd sizes will impact on Irish farmers, and more. https://x.com/griptmedia/status/1749840385688408432?s=20

January 23, 2024

06:56

Amputee’s fight for a primary medical certificate

David Digan who lost his left arm after an accident says the government is failing in its duty to uphold the rights of people with special needs.

February 7, 2024

01:54

Eamon Ryan explains his objection to Dublin Airport expansion

“You’re misinterpreting what I said”: Green Party leader Eamon Ryan explains his objection to the expansion of Dublin Airport, and responds to whether his party believes that the environment should be prioritised over the growth of the economy. Question by Ben Scallan.

February 8, 2024

03:01

Harris: Government could fund carers with or without ‘Yes’ vote

Simon Harris says it is “entirely true” that the government could increase funding for carers, with or without a ‘Yes’ vote in the care referendum, despite Roderic O’Gorman’s claim that the referendum would help to secure such funding. Question by Ben Scallan.

February 9, 2024

03:35

“The majority” of State projects delivered “roughly on time” and in budget

Asked how the public can have confidence in the MetroLink line given the overruns of the National Children’s Hospital, Paschal Donohoe says the State successfully delivers “the majority” of projects “in line” with expected costs and “roughly on time.” Question by Ben Scallan.

February 13, 2024

01:55

German Minister in Dublin: “People do not accept” illegal migration

In Dublin today Germany’s Finance Minister spoke to Ireland’s Michael McGrath about ending illegal migration: “The people do not accept this. The solution is control…We stop illegal migration into our welfare state…we make the choice who we invite into our labour market.”

February 13, 2024

03:25

Foley pressed on government’s “constant” referendum misinformation

Numerous Irish Ministers have suggested that the Irish Constitution says a “woman’s place is in the home” ahead of the referendum – a claim which the Electoral Commission has confirmed is false. Ben Scallan presses Minister Norma Foley about this “constant” misinformation:

February 14, 2024

59:12

Verifiable lies and boiled tits | PODCAST EP68

In this week’s edition, John and Sarah discuss being male, pale, and stale, per an FG MEP, as well as the mounting Children’s hospital disaster, Simon Harris’s latest bright idea, and Michael McDowell’s palpable fury over Government misinformation in the referendum campaign.

February 16, 2024

02:22

Von Der Leyen has done an “exceptional” job as EU chief – Donohoe

Paschal Donohoe says Ursula Von Der Leyen is an “extremely successful leader” who has done an “exceptional job” as European Commission President. Asked about her handling of Gaza, he said that politicians’ performance should be taken “in the round”. Question by Ben Scallan.

February 19, 2024

00:50

McEntee asked about Varadkar’s redacted SIPO emails

“The Taoiseach will work in line with the SIPO rules and regulations and will comply with them.” – Minister Helen McEntee when asked whether Leo Varadkar should release the unredacted version of his correspondence with SIPO, as covered by The Ditch. Question by Ben Scallan.

February 23, 2024

01:27

‘Yes’ vote would create “obligation on the state” to support care – O’Gorman

Equality Minister Roderic O’Gorman says a ‘Yes’ vote in the Care Referendum would place an “obligation on the State” to support care.

February 26, 2024

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