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Mar 18, 2025 • 9min
Israeli who was spat on in Dublin speaks out
Gardaí are investigating an incident in which two women confronted an Israeli man at a bar in Dún Laoghaire - during which one of the women spat at him.The man who was spat on, Tamir Ohayon, joins Kieran to discuss.
Mar 18, 2025 • 16min
Why children with scoliosis are still on waiting lists
It has been 8 years since former Minister of Health, now Tánaiste Simon Harris made the promise that no child in Ireland with scoliosis would be left on a waiting list.Joining Kieran to discuss why that hasn't become a reality, and the new bill aiming to address it is Tom Clonan, Independent Senator and Claire Cahill, Co-Founder of Scoliosis Advocacy Network.
Mar 18, 2025 • 11min
Petrol prices have drivers leaving their cars at home
New research has revealed that large numbers of motorists are making changes to their driving habits in response to the ongoing increase in petrol and diesel prices across the country.More than 13% of motorists are now using public transport more frequently, with 11% opting to walk more, but what about those in more rural areas?To discuss this news, I’m joined by former Green MEP for Dublin, Ciarán Cuffe.
Mar 14, 2025 • 25min
Winners and Sinners
This week, Kieran Cuddihy was joined by the presenter of Weekend Breakfast on Today FM, Alison Curtis and Comedian Jim Elliott to look back on the week that was, but with a few twists…
Mar 14, 2025 • 14min
You Are What You Eat: Patrick’s Day Recipes!
Aisling Larkin, Mindful Eating Coach and TV Chef joins Kieran to talk about some wonderful elevated Irish recipes that you can make during this St Patrick’s Day weekend!Image: Peas & Crayons
Mar 14, 2025 • 4min
More medals for Ireland! - Henry McKean Reports
There were ecstatic scenes as Team Ireland beat Switzerland 3-0 to win bronze in Floorball at the Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin.Henry McKean was court side, and sent in this report!
Mar 14, 2025 • 9min
Sport with Mick McCarthy
Off The Ball's Mick McCarthy joined Kieran Cuddihy on The Hard Shoulder to review the week in sport and look ahead to the weekend action…
Mar 14, 2025 • 11min
Should personal injury awards increase?
Supermac’s owner Pat McDonagh is voicing strong opposition to plans for a near 17% increase in personal injury awards. He argues that the rise will only add more strain on struggling businesses, and drive up insurance costs. With Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan now considering the proposal, McDonagh warns it could lead to more court cases and higher legal fees, benefiting the legal profession but costing businesses and consumers…Joining Kieran to discuss this is Stuart Gilhooley, Solicitor and Senior Counsel and Brian Hanley, CEO of Alliance for Insurance Reform.
Mar 14, 2025 • 14min
Julie Jay talks Seachtain na Gaeilge!
Seachtain na Gaeilge is coming to a close, and joining Kieran to discuss the importance of the week is one of its Ambassadors for 2025, Comedian Julie Jay!
Mar 14, 2025 • 12min
Should the secondary school enrolment system change?
Is it time to overhaul the secondary schools admission process, and streamline how it works?Joining Kieran to discuss is Gary O’Sullivan, Chair of the Secondary School Crisis Action Group and Eric Leonard, Chair of the Stillorgan Secondary School Crisis Action Group…
