Gript Media Podcasts One of us
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Nov 7, 2025 John and Sarah dive into Simon Harris's surprising immigration shift, sparking debates about political consistency and community impact. They lament the health service's crisis, sharing personal stories of overcrowded hospitals and lengthy wait times. Discussions reveal the difficulties of reform within the HSE due to union power and inefficiencies. The duo also reacts to Zoran Mamdani's unexpected New York win, pondering the implications of leftist leadership. Lastly, they analyze recent poll trends, highlighting the decline of traditional parties.
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Ivan Yates' Role And The Disclosure Issue
- Sarah describes Ivan Yates as the superior political pundit who drew listeners and provided sharp analysis.
- She says transparency about media work would have prevented the controversy and listeners would have accepted disclosure.
Waiting 18 Hours In Beaumont A&E
- Sarah recounts waiting 18 hours in Beaumont A&E for a bed while bleeding from a throat infection and being kept on chairs.
- She says numbers are massaged and recounts indignities patients face in emergency departments.
Big Spending, Few Beds: The Reform Trap
- John highlights Ireland spends €27bn on health yet beds barely increased since the 1980s despite doubled spending.
- He argues the HSE's size and unionization has made systemic reform near-impossible, producing wasteful employment growth.