
Dion Fanning
Award-winning interviewer and author who co-hosts Free State, providing conversational banter, interviews, and cultural commentary alongside the show's co-presenter.
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Mar 28, 2025 • 24min
The Week Trending: 72-Hour Emergency Kit, Ireland Advised To Join The Commonwealth & Spicebag Added To The Dictionary
Lise Hand, a seasoned journalist, and Dion Fanning, co-host of the 'Free State' podcast, dive into this week's hot topics. They discuss the European Union's push for 72-hour emergency kits amidst rising global tensions, reflecting on the implications of fear and national identity for Ireland. The pair also celebrate the inclusion of culturally significant terms like 'spice bag' in the Oxford English Dictionary, exploring the evolving nature of language and identity. Their conversation is both informative and infused with wit, making for an engaging listen.

Dec 12, 2025 • 23min
The Week Trending: Housing Dept Deletes Ad With Advice For Adults Living With Parents
Dion Fanning, a sports and current affairs commentator, teams up with Edel Coffey, an insightful author and columnist, to unpack the week’s hottest topics. They dive into the fallout from a controversial housing ad aimed at adults living with parents and critique the government's response. The conversation shifts to the impact of crowded housing on family dynamics and young people's milestones. They also tackle the ethics of the Enhanced Games and indulge in a lighthearted debate over font choices, sparked by Marco Rubio's quirky claims about Calibri.


