Path to Power Presidential Coronation
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Oct 18, 2025 The discussion dives into the pivotal role of Catherine Connolly in the presidential race and the challenges faced by Heather Humphreys following Jim Gavin's exit. The hosts analyze the implications for Fine Gael and the potential fissures in societal divisions exposed by the election. Legal battles involving Paul Murphy add another layer of complexity, while social media's influence on the campaign narrative is dissected. They also ponder potential reforms to the presidential nomination process after recent controversies.
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Weaponised Podcast Comment
- Ivan Yates recounts how his comments on Sean Defoe's podcast were weaponised by Catherine Connolly's campaign.
- He says the repeated references to him helped galvanise her campaign and boosted his own ratings and LinkedIn followers.
Two Events Shifted The Race
- Ivan identifies two pivotal moments that changed the race: Jim Gavin's withdrawal and subsequent campaign dynamics.
- He argues Gavin's exit left Heather Humphreys isolated and transformed the contest into a Connolly coronation.
Don’t Leave Interviews Till The Last Week
- Avoid relying only on late-week visibility; campaigns must engage earlier and on multiple platforms.
- Matt Cooper regrets delaying key candidate interviews until the final week when voters already formed views.
