The Group Chat

As hospitals see their traditional January surge in demand, we speak to one doctor on the frontline.South Africa is taking Israel to the International Court of Justice.And everyone is talking about Barry Keoghan and Saltburn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter McGann & Fionnuala Jay join to recap on the most significant news stories of 2023.They talk Ryan Tubridy & the RTE scandal, the downfall of Phillip & Holly, live TV slip ups and a huge year for Taylor Swift. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zelensky's approval ratings have slumped down to around 32% in Ukraine. What does their head of armed forces have to do with it?A deal has been struck at COP28 but it's difficult not to be cynical. Big updates in the procurement of facial recognition for Gardaí.Clothing brand Zara is under fire following an insensitive & tasteless ad campaign. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the wake of the vote of surviving her vote no confidence does, Minister Helen McEntee stand a chance at regaining law and order?Is it finally time for something new? We chat about why the same Christmas songs stay on the charts every holiday season.From Rizz to Artificial intelligence We discuss the most used words from this year! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following violence in the capital last week, are more riots in Dublin City inevitable? Is it time to retire Twitter (X) as a source of trustworthy news? Richard explains why he is stepping back from the platform.Katie Taylor is now a two-weight undisputed champion of the world & how has it been over 20 years since Girls Aloud started? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thirty-four people have been arrested following violent riots in Dublin City Centre last night.Commissioner Drew Harris said eleven Garda vehicles were damaged or destroyed while thirteen shops were damaged or looted. Rioters also set fire to a LUAS tram and buses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With a ceasefire and hostage deal being agreed what will it mean for the Israel-Hamas conflict?Argentina's new dog-loving, firebrand president is promising radical change but will his bite match his bark? Is Princess Diana's ghost in the series The Crown worth a watch? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With cost saving measures being announced at RTÉ with plans to downsize but will it be enough?Will David Cameron's return to politics be enough to save the Tories?Why is Diplomacy such a key aspect when it comes to helping citizens stuck in a conflict? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deborah Naylor joins to analyse the outcome of Aishling Murphy's trial aswell as Jozef Puska's sentencing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hostage negotiator Oliver McTernan reacts to the Israel - Gaza situation and Tom Hand's plea to Hamas.Martin Wall of The Irish Times explains the details of the sentencing hearing for Tom Martens and his daughter Molly following the death of Limerick man Jason Corbett in 2015.The Department of Education proposes a new policy to deter smartphone use in children & The Beatles comeback single raises questions about AI in the music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.