Aoife Barry

This week, Aoife Barry, a broadcaster and author known for her media insights, is joined by sports commentator Cathal Mullaney. They delve into the controversial AI 'nudification' tools and their implications for society. Aoife also critiques Elon Musk's monetization strategies for Grok, while Adrian Weckler highlights the legal responsibilities of platforms like X. The discussion shifts to Scotland's new bank holiday for the World Cup, revealing a unique cultural perspective. The panel also reflects on changing attitudes towards youth drinking and health resolutions.

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.

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.

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.

Media critic Aoife Barry and literature enthusiast Grace McKeever analyze the TV adaptation of 'Conversations With Friends'. They discuss Dublin's beauty, complex relationships, challenges of adaptation, and pacing/reception of the series.