The Pat Kenny Show

Ireland's top Google results for 2025

Dec 4, 2025
Ciara Treacy, a journalist and Newstalk presenter, dives deep into Ireland's most searched queries for 2025. She reveals the chaos caused by Storm Eowyn and highlights significant trends around the presidential elections. From innovative searches like how to bottle-feed a breastfed baby to concerns about listeria outbreaks, she covers it all. Curiosities about TikTok slang '6-7' and recipe fads, including coffee and Dubai chocolate, also take center stage. Plus, find out which films and tech gadgets are capturing the public’s interest!
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INSIGHT

Storm Eowyn Dominated Searches

  • Storm Eowyn topped Ireland's 2025 Google searches after causing nationwide disruption with red warnings and power outages.
  • Its name confused many because it derives from the Lord of the Rings character with Welsh origins, explaining pronunciation difficulty.
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Presidential Election Drove Political Searches

  • The presidential election drove search interest in candidates, with Catherine Connolly, Maria Steen and Jim Gavin among the most-searched.
  • Voter-process queries surged, notably “how to spoil your vote” and “how to register to vote”, signalling unusual electoral engagement.
ADVICE

Introduce Bottles Calmly For Breastfed Babies

  • If you need to introduce a breastfed infant to a bottle, do it calmly and ensure the baby is content during the transition.
  • Ciara Treacy checked guidance and emphasised a gentle weaning approach to bottle feeding.
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