

Reboot Republic - Rory Hearne by Tortoise Shack Media
Tortoise Shack Media
Reboot Republic is the innovative Podcast that delves beyond the headlines and soundbites and pulls up the roots of our Social Crises to unearth progressive solutions.
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Apr 29, 2025 • 44min
1452. Maybe I’m Amazed with John Harris
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Listeners know tortoise shack regular John Harris as that fella who writes about politics and hosts one of them podcasts for the Guardian. Many of you will have seen his award winning series Anywhere But Westminster. So when he told me a few years ago that he was working on a book about his neurodivergent and autistic son James, I knew it would be a great read. I was wrong, it's a brilliant read.
John joins me know to discuss the book, autism, family ups and downs and how music not only helped James find his voice, it opened up the conversation between their entire family. Thanks, John
Maybe I'm Amazed is published by John Murray and is available in bookshops across Ireland.
Dave Hingerty podcast out now here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-127569343
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Apr 23, 2025 • 44min
388. Government U-Turns and a New Housing Crisis Solution
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In this Reboot Republic Rory and Tony take a critical eye to the big issues of the week discussing Rorys idea on a state savings scheme to build affordable homes, the emotional pain of Gaza and solidarity, what does the latest poll tell us about the state of the parties and how the government is u turning again on commitments this time on living wages & workers protections.
The John Harris podcast is out now here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-127125764
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Apr 13, 2025 • 52min
387. Facing down Trumps dystopia with Grace Blakeley
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In this Reboot Republic podcast Rory talks with economist and author of ‘Vulture Capitalism: How to Survive in an Age of Corporate Greed,' Grace Blakeley. We discuss what is going to happen to the economy under Trumpism, the isolation and alienation in our societies, and what can we do in the face of this - building community, solidarity and action to create more equal societies, challenging austerity of Governments and creating spaces of identity and belonging based on solidarity as an alternative to the rise of the far right.
The RTE Clarity podcast is out now here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-126277711
Donate to Dignity for Palestine here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/shoutout-to-mr-126186702

Apr 9, 2025 • 50min
385. It’s not like 1933 or is it?
Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack In this Reboot Republic, Rory is joined by the always brilliant Soairse McHugh for a chat about all things despondent and rise in popularity of things that we thought had been settled back in the 1930’s…
The Grace Blakeley podcast is out now here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-125909419
Donate to Dignity for Palestine here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/shoutout-to-mr-126186702

Mar 30, 2025 • 39min
386. Dáil Speaking Row and the ESRI Rental Market Report
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In this Reboot Republic, Rory is joined by producer Tony Groves to talk the continuing fallout from the Lowry Lackeys, the Ceann Comhairle's role, the ESRI housing report and then take your (frankly excellent) questions.
The Mexican 'Extermination Camps' podcast is out now here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-125079339
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Mar 25, 2025 • 54min
384. Why the Left are Losing on Housing
Michael Byrne, a UCD lecturer and housing policy expert, discusses why the Left is struggling with housing messaging. He critiques the hybrid housing market in Ireland and explores the absurd prioritization of military spending over basic needs. The conversation delves into the complexities of the housing crisis, highlighting contradictions in government policies and the urgency for affordable solutions. Byrne also emphasizes the importance of reshaping narratives around housing and education to foster a deeper understanding of these societal issues.

Mar 14, 2025 • 43min
383. Progress Ireland vs Reboot Republic?
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In this Reboot Republic, Rory sits down with Exec Dir at Progress Ireland to discuss the (newish) think tanks goals and values, Seán's view that growth is essential and the reaction to their suggestion that small homes should be added to back gardens in an attempt to alleviate some of the housing supply shortage.
The Week in Housing Podcast with Dr Michael Byrne is out now here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-124069292

Mar 7, 2025 • 56min
382. Do the Government Really Want to End Homelessness?
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In this Reboot Republic episode Rory is joined by guest co-host and Head of Social Justice and Policy at SVP, Louise Bayliss, for a discussion about the latest developments (or disappointments) in our politics, the widening poverty gap, the impact of the housing crisis on other parts of our society and then they answer some of our tortoise shack member questions.
The Shed-Sits or Small Homes Reboot is out now here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-123781939
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Feb 28, 2025 • 0sec
381. Housing Failure as Government Policy
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In this Reboot Republic pod Rory is joined by producer Tony to discuss the latest Dáil shenanigans, the government’s continued backpedaling on pre-election promises and to answer your (excellent) questions.
We will try to do a Question Time segment regularly, so please do send us in yours as well as any ideas, suggestions or feedback on the patreon feed. Thank you.
The latest Reboot with the wonderful Lousie Bayliss is out now here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-123311633
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Feb 4, 2025 • 36min
380. Rebooting Reboot
Dive into a discussion about the first weeks in the Dáil, where government tactics come under fire. Explore the concept of 'stroke politics' and uncover the truth behind phantom new homes. The conversation sheds light on the urgent housing crisis and calls for political accountability while urging community cooperation. Discover personal stories that foster hope and activism, along with reflections on tech's impact on politics and the need for progressive governance. Join in on the laughter as the importance of inclusivity is championed.