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Few people have a licence of any description in their early teens, and even fewer have their whole career mapped out before reaching the age of 18. 16 year old Muireann Bagley, however, has clocked up 21 flying hours, and will be sitting her Private Pilot Licence exam as soon as she turns 17 next February…Muireann joins Seán to discuss her flying experience.

It’s that time of year again! Whether in a bustling shopping centre, a cosy office party, or you’re listening to your favourite festive playlist, one song reigns supreme: Mariah Carey’s ‘All I Want for Christmas is You.’But, did you know this holiday juggernaut started as a humble release in 1994? Thirty years on, it’s the defining sound of Christmas, topping charts worldwide and capturing hearts with its timeless mix of gospel, R&B, and pop magic.So, what makes the song so popular?Joining Seán to discuss this is Jeffrey Ingold, Music Journalist.

The Spanish Armada, while often remembered as a clash between England and Spain, had its impact stretched far beyond the English Channel, leaving a lasting mark on Ireland’s shores.Michael B. Barry’s new book ‘1588, The Spanish Armada and the 24 Ships Lost on Ireland’s Shores’ explores the surprising connections between Spain and Ireland. He joins Seán to discuss.Image: Andalus Press

Restrictions on the movement of vehicles and people have been tightened in Delhi as a toxic smog envelopes the Indian capital. A respiratory Doctor in India has said that being exposed to the smog is the equivalent to smoking 50 cigarettes a day…Rahul Bedia is a Freelance Senior Journalist in New Delhi, and joins Seán to discuss.

A new documentary film, opening in Irish cinemas tomorrow, explores the bizarre story of a curious national television contest called ‘Housewife of the Year’.Joining Seán to discuss is its Director, Ciarán Cassidy.

Apparently, there is a recommended amount of time you should be spending on a toilet. Are there issues with sitting on the loo for too long? And what’s the recommendation?Newstalk’s Henry McKean has been investigating and asking about people’s toilet timings, and joins Seán to discuss.

How do you make yourself stand out from the crowd when canvassing for an election? With so many candidates on the ballot paper, you have to create a perception of uniqueness, which means thinking outside the box and getting creative. From Ben Gilroy’s infamous hurley video to Danny Healy Rae’s crayons, there are endless ways to win over voters.Joining Seán to go through some of the most innovative examples is Newstalk’s Political Correspondent, Seán Defoe.

While the remains of Richard III were discovered back in 2012 under a car park in Leicester, a new part of the project has tried to recreate his voice, with surprising results.Joining Seán to discuss is Phillipa Langley, Historian and author who discovered the remains of Richard III...Image: Britannica

Divorce after 50 is on the rise, and it can drastically change your retirement plans. With fewer working years left, declining pensions and assets like your home and retirement accounts at stake. Navigating a ‘grey divorce’ requires careful planning.Joining Seán to discuss this is Family Law Solicitor, Keith Walsh.

‘There is a screaming need for lots more female tradespeople’ - that’s according to Freelance Journalist Áilín Quinlan, who recently made the point that more and more women living alone may feel more comfortable dealing with female tradespeople visiting their homes.Áilín joins Seán to discuss.