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Aug 8, 2025 • 12min
Does sex really sell magazines?
The old maxim that ‘sex sells’ has been applied to many industries, but perhaps magazines is one of the most relevant. Seán’s guest was the Editor of UK Glamour Magazine for 17 years and has a unique insight into the challenge she faced between creating interesting content, and the reality that sex sold more copies.Jo Malvin joins to discuss.

Aug 7, 2025 • 6min
Is Google’s AI killing internet search?
Since the dawn of the internet, the way in which we browse and search the internet has remained mostly the same.In the past year that has changed, with AI summaries now appearing at the top of search feeds.But, many websites utterly rely on you clicking on their feed for revenue. So, could these overviews be slowly killing the internet as we know it?Joining Seán to discuss this is Lily Ray, Vice President of Search Engine Optimization Strategy and Research at the marketing agency Amsive.

Aug 7, 2025 • 8min
New Palestinian cookbook showcases food culture and history
Seán’s guest, Izz Alkarajeh, is a Palestinian man who runs a popular restaurant in Cork with his wife Eman. They have now co-authored a new cookbook, and he joins, fresh from a visit to his family in the West Bank, to discuss.‘Jibrin’ is available now to buy in Eason’s or online at izz.ie.Image: Blasta Books

Aug 7, 2025 • 11min
Why are people choosing to have dinner early?
New data from the UK restaurant scene shows that more and more people are choosing to dine earlier, with the 6pm slot up considerably in bookings.Joining Seán to discuss is Food and Drink Writer Ali Dunworth, who is a big fan of early evening dining…

Aug 7, 2025 • 5min
Are lie-in holidays actually beneficial?
Whether you’re planning a getaway or are just back from some time off, you might notice that you sleep better on holiday.But, are those lie-ins really beneficial, and can you make up for all the lost sleep in a two week holiday?Professor of Applied Psychology, Samantha Dockray from University College Cork joins Seán to discuss.

Aug 7, 2025 • 17min
Mountjoy prisoners write book about how they ended up there
Anyone serving time in prison has a story about how they ended up there - which can be used to help others from ending up in the same situation.Senator Lynn Ruanne and Filmmaker Grace Dyas worked together to put those stories from Mountjoy prisoners into a book, and the Senator joins Seán to discuss.

Aug 6, 2025 • 13min
Daniel O’Connell turns 250 - what is his legacy?
Today marks the 250th anniversary of the birth of the Great Emancipator, perhaps the most influential figure in Irish history, and an inspiration to equality campaigners around the world.Joining guest host Tom Dunne to discuss is Patrick Geoghan, Director of the Trinity Long Room Hub, Presenter of Talking History on Newstalk, and a Biographer of Daniel O’Connell…

Aug 6, 2025 • 10min
What support exists for drug and alcohol addiction?
With cocaine addiction, particularly among women, on the rise and alcohol dependency remaining an ongoing issue – what support is out there for people in need of treatment?As they publish their report revealing how many people are coming forward to access addiction support services, Tom Dunne is joined by Deputy Head of Services at Coolmine Therapeutic Community, Anita Harris…

Aug 6, 2025 • 13min
How Oasis reached international stardom
The controversy and scramble last summer to get tickets for the upcoming Oasis gigs this month was probably a good indicator of just how beloved the band really is...But, as we prepare for their gigs in Croker, Tom Dunne’s guest spent time with the band in their early days, and has written a book detailing their meteoric rise to international stardom.John Robb, author of ‘Live Forever’, joins to discuss.

Aug 6, 2025 • 8min
Does Gen Z have a bad approach to money?
Recent research undertaken by Ernst & Young shows that Gen Z has a significantly different approach to finance than previous generations. But, why is this, and will it make them vulnerable in the future?Joining guest host Tom Dunne to discuss is David Looney, Financial Advisory Director of Alpha Wealth in Cork…


