Aoife Barry
Broadcaster and author who contributes commentary on culture, media and consumer issues, drawing on investigative reporting and journalism experience.
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Nov 28, 2025 • 25min
The Week Trending: Campaign To Bring 'Civility' Back To Flying
Aoife Barry, a broadcaster and author known for her insight on culture and media, teams up with Paddy Duffy, a freelance TV producer and commentator, to dive into this week’s hottest topics. They investigate Penneys clothing’s surprising durability failures and discuss the sustainability challenges of cheap fashion. The conversation shifts to a US campaign encouraging air travelers to dress more civilly. Plus, they celebrate the quirky tale of runaway nuns returning to their convent and touch on alarming trends regarding teen access to weight-loss drugs.
Oct 10, 2025 • 22min
The Week Trending: Heather Humphreys Criticises Joe Brolly's Podcast Remarks, Nigel Farage's Attack on Gary Neville and the First AI Actor
This week, Aoife Barry, a broadcaster and author, and Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training at the Communications Clinic, dive into some hot topics. They discuss Heather Humphreys' sharp criticism of Joe Brolly's controversial podcast comments, showcasing the tension in political discussions. The conversation shifts to Nigel Farage's criticism of Gary Neville, highlighting the growing divide in society. They also tackle the ethical implications of Hollywood's first AI actor, Tilly Norwood, raising concerns about the future of acting and identity.
May 27, 2022 • 20min
The Week Trending
Journalist Aoife Barry and media personality Eoghan Tomás McDermott discuss passport delays, diversity in An Garda Síochána, controversy around Ricky Gervais, and the passing of actor Ray Liotta on a trending topics podcast.
