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Sinéad Mooney brings you the best of the week's wireless - from the big news stories to the features, drama, documentaries, sport and music.
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Jan 16, 2026 • 44min
Playback - January 17th
This week on Playback. Radio 100 – yes, we’re having a birthday. Busy, busy, busy – our toxic love affair with productivity. And the sneaky poetry lovers on Morning Ireland. All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 9, 2026 • 43min
Playback - Jan 10th
This week on Playback.Trump takes on Venezuela, Greenland and the tankers. Mercosur and the farmers – we hear the debate. And Liveline gets a schooling in womansplaining. All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 2, 2026 • 44min
Playback
Hill walking, deep breathing and how sport and comedy can be used to deal with grief, as well as the best of the week’s radio between the ears. Presented by Brian O'Connell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 19, 2025 • 45min
Playback - The Best of 2025
Dive into 2025's most captivating moments, from the drama in the Dáil to the stunning all-female Blue Origin flight with Katy Perry. Explore the unexpected election of Pope Popplio XIV and the skorts controversy shaking up women's sports. Bono shares insights on activism and family, while Rosie O'Donnell's move to Ireland sparks conversations about her critiques of Trump. Plus, relive Troy Parrott's unforgettable wonder goal that secured a victory for Ireland and the lively community debate on flag displays!

Dec 19, 2025 • 45min
Playback - Dec 20th
This week on Playback. Fianna Fáil, the Presidency and that report. Matchmaking mothers and sexual tension - we celebrate Jane Austen. And the science of a hangover. All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 12, 2025 • 44min
Playback - Dec 13th
This week on Playback. The aisle 7 hustle and the cost of Christmas. Why certain fonts are just too woke. And just why won't pine martens tune in to Radio 1? All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 5, 2025 • 44min
Playback - Dec 6th
This week on Playback. Rock ‘n’ Roll Kids no more - RTE boycotts the Eurovision. Ukraine, militarisation and the visit of Volodymyr Zelensky. And payment rings, leeches and rage baiting. All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 28, 2025 • 45min
Playback - Nov 29th
This week on Playback. Ireland’s new migration rules set out. Slinkies at the ready - Toy Story turns 30. And Oliver gets himself a drag name. All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 21, 2025 • 45min
Playback - Nov 22nd
This week on Playback. Paschal Donohoe heads for Washington. Swiping right for the season that’s in it. And we do a deep dive into Wicked. All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 14, 2025 • 45min
Playback - Nov 15th
This week on Playback. McCullough and Yates go head to head. The cost of living hits the donor kebab. And all hail Troy Parrott. All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


