
Fergus Finlay
Former CEO of Barnardos and columnist for the Irish Examiner, providing political and social commentary and analysis during the discussion.
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Dec 19, 2025 • 18min
Newstalk’s 25 of 25: Trailblazers
Fergus Finlay, former CEO of Barnardos and columnist, dives into the transformative influence of Irish trailblazers. He and Ciara discuss what makes someone influential—ranging from moral courage to visibility. They highlight Vicky Phelan's powerful legacy and her impact on legal reforms, as well as the Collison brothers' significant contributions to the economy through Stripe. The debate stretches to Michael D. Higgins' role as a steady presence in leadership, while also noting the lasting effects of figures like Savita Halappanavar.

Nov 25, 2025 • 16min
The Bookshelf with Fergus Finlay
Fergus Finlay, former CEO of Barnardos and a prominent columnist at The Irish Examiner, shares his literary loves and reflections on reading. He opens up about the struggle of downsizing his extensive book collection and emphasizes the irreplaceable magic of physical books over e-readers. Fergus reveals how Flann O'Brien's "At Swim-Two-Birds" mirrors his youthful escapades in Dublin, while he passionately recounts reading "Final Days of Nixon" in one thrilling night. He also endorses Terry Pohn's impactful new work on disability activism.


