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Oct 9, 2024 • 8min

Is twin telepathy real?

Twins often say that they can read each other's minds, or can sense when the other is in danger. However, is there any real scientific evidence to back this up?To discuss, Seán is joined by Nancy Segal, a Psychologist who specialises in the study of twins.
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Oct 9, 2024 • 13min

What is the meaning of art?

A Dutch museum has recovered an artwork that looks like two empty beer cans, after a staff member accidentally threw it in the rubbish bin thinking it was trash… Was the project wasted on this staff member, or have we gone too far in terms of what we call art?Joining Seán discuss is Lecturer at UCD’s School of Art History and Cultural Policy, Dr Roising Kennedy.Image: Paramount
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Oct 9, 2024 • 9min

Meet Ireland’s only mink-detection dog

Some sniffer dogs uncover drugs, and others recover missing people, but Lorg - a three-year-old labrador retriever, is Ireland’s only mink-detection dog.Seán is joined by Lorg’s owner, Senior Project Manager of the Breeding Waders Project, Owen Murphy, to discuss the work of Conservation Detection Dogs.
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Oct 9, 2024 • 9min

Does Google have an ‘illegal monopoly’?

US officials have confirmed they are considering breaking up Google's "illegal monopoly" of internet searches.Joining Seán to discuss the implications of this is Tech Editor for the Irish Independent, Adrian Weckler.
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Oct 9, 2024 • 0sec

Life after the Irish Defence Forces

For many in the Defence Forces, their job is a vocation.They live a life less ordinary than most, yet one of order, discipline and battle. This type of career is not without its struggles, but what happens when it ends?Seán is joined by Chris Donovan, Irish Veteran and ONE Resident, to discuss.
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Oct 8, 2024 • 0sec

What does it mean to be a ‘stoic’?

Ryan Holiday will be speaking in the Dublin Convention Centre on a philosophy that is over two and a half thousand years old: stoicism. But, what exactly is it?Seán is joined by Ryan Holiday, author and podcaster, to discuss.
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Oct 8, 2024 • 8min

Shane McGowan mural unveiled in Tipperary

A mural of the late Shane McGowan was revealed in Tipperary over the weekend. Mural Artist, Neil O’Dwyer, is behind the new piece, and Seán to discuss the painting process.Image: @irishmurals Instagram
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Oct 8, 2024 • 11min

First Mormon Temple to open in Ireland

The first Mormon Temple in Ireland has been given the green light for construction following an announcement by the leader of the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints.Joining Seán to discuss this is Ben O’ Farrell, local member of the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints.
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Oct 8, 2024 • 11min

How to acknowledge disappointment

From an early age, we are told to be positive and look on the bright side of life.After all, with all the hunger and suffering in the world we should be grateful, right?However, toxic positivity can be bad for our health, and maybe we’re gaslighting ourselves...Joining Seán to discuss is Dr Claire Hayes, Consultant Clinical Psychologist.
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Oct 8, 2024 • 8min

31-year-old treasure hunt comes to an end

‘On The Trail Of The Golden Owl’, a book of riddles published in 1993, contained 11 clues, and a hidden 12th one - leading treasure hunters to search for the long sought-after prize. Now, the 31-year-long treasure hunt has come to an end!While the winner has not yet revealed themselves, Seán is joined by the founder of GoldenOwlHunt.com, Jo Bartley, to tell more about the hunt’s cult following…Image: L’essentiel

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