The Hard Shoulder

Ireland will face another challenge in the Six Nations against Wales tomorrow in Cardiff. The boys in green have been flying but can’t they keep the momentum going?Joining Kieran to discuss is Tommy Bowe, Ireland AM Presenter and former Irish International and Mike Ruddock, former Ireland U20’s, Leinster and Wales Coach...

Aisling Larkin, Mindful Eating Coach and TV Chef joins Kieran to talk about fibre. You might think it’s boring - but 85% of people don’t get enough of it!

Off The Ball's Eoin Sheahan joined Kieran Cuddihy on The Hard Shoulder to review the week in sport and look ahead to the weekend action…

Sinn Féin will boycott St Patrick's Day events at the White House next month over US President Donald Trump's stance on the Israel-Gaza conflict.Is this the right move? Joe Brolly is a Barrister and Co-Presenter of the ‘Free State Podcast’ with Dion Fanning. He joins Kieran to discuss.Image: Reuters

New runners, tracksuits and gaming consoles are usually high on the gift list for our small ones, but what do you get your children when they are teenagers or beyond, especially if they are earning themselves?Joining Kieran to discuss is Steve Cummins, Comedian and Aoife Lee, Parenting Coach at ParentSupport.ie.

Leader of Sinn Féin Mary Lou McDonald and First Minister Michelle O’Neill have confirmed this morning that they will not be travelling to the White House for St. Patrick’s Day, due to President Trump’s comments and policies on Gaza.Sinn Féin TD and Spokesperson for Justice, Matt Carthy, joins Kieran to discuss.

Women’s Aid has launched a new Ally Action campaign, which is calling on men to become allies in ending gender-based violence.We have been looking at what work is already underway to try and educate/rehabilitate men who have been violent to their partners.Newstalk reporter, Josh Crosbie has been speaking to those working in this area, and he has also met a former participant of the service.If you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this report you can contact MOVE Ireland on 065 684 86 89 or Women’s Aid on 1800 341 900

The families of those killed in the Creeslough disaster plan to challenge “every aspect” of the plan to redevelop the site.An application was submitted to demolish the existing building and replace it with a new structure that would include a forecourt, shop, post office and space for a memorial garden.Damien Tansey is Senior Counsel and Solicitor with Damien Tansey Solicitors, who represents family members of victims of the Creeslough explosion. He joins Kieran to discuss.

One of the recommendations by the Social Democrats on Dáil reform is making the Dáil prayer a time for reflection, rather than a Catholic prayer.Is it a good idea?Kieran is joined by Senator Ronan Mullen and Social Democrat TD Gary Gannon to discuss.

Drivers in Ireland forked out over €478 million in road tolls last year.New figures released to Newstalk under the Freedom of Information Act have shown that Transport Infrastructure Ireland collected a record €212 million in M50 tolls last year - marking an 11.5% increase year-on-year.Port Tunnel revenues were €32 million in 2024, up from €28.8m in 2023.Meanwhile, the rest of the road network outside of Dublin collected €190m - increasing to €234m including VAT.So, where is the money going, and what do drivers think? Sean O’Neill, Director of Communications with Transport Infrastructure Ireland joins Kieran to discuss. Jason Cullen, Chairperson of the Dublin Commuter Coalition and Eugene Drennan, Spokesperson for the Irish Road Haulage Association also join to discuss.