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Moncrieff
The daily dose of madness and intrigue from Sean Moncrieff and his rebel radio crew.
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MoncrieffBreak-up Gifts - Henry McKean Reports
Break-up and divorce gift lists are growing in popularity, driven by a cultural shift to treat the end of a relationship as a significant life event, giving…
MoncrieffHow do you know if someone is posh?
The Daily Telegraph has created a list of 7 markers of poshness, as part of their ongoing Great British Class Survey. But, what do these social markers tell us…
MoncrieffTrinity medical students to be evaluated on empathy - how do you define it?
Soon, medical students at Trinity College will be assessed not only on clinical competence, but also on their capacity for empathy and compassionate care. But…
MoncrieffFancying someone else - the secret to a healthy marriage?
An article in a New York magazine has claimed that a harmless crush you may have on a coworker or barista is not only harmless, but may actually rejuvenate…
MoncrieffHenry McKean takes on a Make-A-Wish challenge!
More than 300 children in Ireland are currently waiting for life-changing wishes according to Make-A-Wish Ireland. Last year over 229 wishes were granted, its…
MoncrieffTralee student to be first of non-Chinese descent to do Mandarin Leaving Cert
A Tralee student is making history by being the first Irish student of non-Chinese descent to take on Mandarin for his Leaving Certificate exams. Ethan Gilroy…
MoncrieffHave movies lost the art of suspense?
Once Hollywood’s bread and butter, suspense thrillers have been lost to dwindling attention spans… Films now must cater to double screens; does that mean we…
MoncrieffHow do you properly pack a grocery shop?
It’s time to answer the age-old question: how do you pack your groceries? Do you divide bags by food group, by weight? Do you pack as you go at the till, or…
MoncrieffIs a greater focus on renewable energy the answer to the fuel crisis?
The fuel crisis due to the war in Iran, as well as blockades from the national fuel protests, has shown our reliance on these forms of energy. Is the answer to…
MoncrieffWhy do we lose things in plain sight?
We have all found ourselves swearing blind to someone that something isn’t where it should be… You get someone else to look, and low and behold, they find it…
MoncrieffHow sniffer dogs find contraband - Henry McKean Reports
Last year, Revenue’s service dogs or sniffer dogs found over €100 million of drugs, tobacco and cash. Henry McKean visited Dublin Port and met the dogs in…
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What is ‘phimosis’?
Cian Griffin is a content and community marketer and Gaylgeoiri online. Cian recently got a circumcision due to phimosis. Phimosis is a common medical…
MoncrieffWorld’s oldest gorilla celebrates 69th birthday!
A gorilla in Berlin Zoo has broken the world record for being the oldest gorilla in the world! Fatou is the world's oldest gorilla living in captivity, and has…
MoncrieffWhy some Irish streets work - and why some don’t
Ireland’s cities are full of architecture from all eras, including the famous Georgian house along Dublin city center. But, have you ever noticed that there…
Moncrieff150th Anniversary of the Catalpa Fenian Rescue Mission
On the 18th and 19th of April, the National Museum of Ireland will host a limited time exhibition at Collins Barracks to commemorate the 150th anniversary of…
MoncrieffMoncrieff’s Murder Club: That Escalated Quickly
Every Wednesday, Podcaster Cassie Delaney will join Seán to share some unusual stories on heinous crimes. This week, Cassie joins to discuss things that…
MoncrieffHow to use procrastination to your advantage
Can procrastination be a good thing? Historian and author of ‘Self-Help from the Middle Ages’ Peter Jones believe that procrastination can be used to our…
MoncrieffWill we ever see women in power in the Catholic Church?
Despite Pope Leo being a relatively outspoken successor to Pope Francis, we are yet to see women be in any position of power within the Catholic Church. So…
MoncrieffSorj Chalandon on the continued relevance of ‘The Fourth Wall’
Seán’s guest wrote a book over 10 years ago that he never suspected could become as relevant now as it has. Sorj Chalandon spent 25 years covering wars across…
MoncrieffTrolleys on trains - do they need to come back?
If you’ve taken a train journey in Ireland recently, you may have noticed something missing, the refreshment trolley. Once a familiar part of longer trips…
MoncrieffWish Week: Isabelle’s McCarthy Story
It’s Wish Week here on Newstalk, and we are highlighting the incredible work Make-A-Wish does in helping create life-changing wishes for children with critical…
MoncrieffAre socks taking a bigger role in fashion?
Apparently, socks are becoming more important when it comes to finishing off an outfit, but why is this, and why are they going beyond keeping your feet warm?…
MoncrieffSamuel Beckett’s 120th birthday - what was his impact?
Today marks 120 years since the birth of Samuel Beckett. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in 1969, but he still remains to be more of a remote figure compared to…
MoncrieffIs conversation the answer to a perfect first date?
Forget the candlelight, the cocktails and the carefully chosen corner table, new research suggests the real spark on a first date has little to do with where…
MoncrieffConcert Pianist Fiachra Garvey on leaving the vet lifestyle for music
Seán’s guest is concert pianist Fiachra Garvey, who despite growing up on a working farm, decided to swap the vet lifestyle to pursue music… He joins to…
Moncrieff“I will, yeah” - and other confusing Irishisms
A well-known and loved Irish phrase recently caused some confusion between an immigrant doctor and his patient. Dr Mohamed Elbadri had asked his patient…
MoncrieffThe ‘Bearded Plantaholic’ on his massive plant collection
Seán’s guest is so passionate about plants and nature, he turned his spare bedroom into a greenhouse! Jonny Balchandani, otherwise known as the ‘Bearded…
MoncrieffWhat are the biggest TV-watching sins?
What are the rules in your house when it comes to watching TV? No phones, no talking, no shoes on the sofa? A new survey suggests many of us have strict do’s…
MoncrieffWhy are we fascinated by leaked celebrity texts?
There is an almost immediate intrigue and peak in curiosity when it comes to a leaked celebrity text. But, why are we so intrigued by it? Is it just human…
MoncrieffErase Self Negativity Day - are there things you want to change?
Today is Erase Self Negativity Day, an opportunity to look within yourself for personal development and mental wellness. But, how exactly does it work, and is…
MoncrieffWhat is ‘Pet Munchausen’?
A study suggests a form of Munchausen syndrome by proxy may be driving some owners to invent symptoms or deliberately harm their animals… A study of around 90…
MoncrieffIs the ‘no ring no bring’ wedding rule fair?
So called ‘no ring no bring’ rules at weddings have become the centre of some debate. The controversial term refers to the practice of only allowing plus ones…
MoncrieffBacklash after modern porch was added to French cathedral
A new porch added to a medieval French cathedral has received backlash, being denounced as a ‘wart’ and a ‘concrete UFO.’ So, have we lost the art of visual…
MoncrieffEntire village of Lyons put up for sale
An entire Irish village has just gone up for sale, not just a few cottages but a fully restored estate in County Kildare, complete with a pub, a former…
MoncrieffA deep dive into Freediving and it's future here in Ireland
Ice baths and wild swimming are all the rage today, but is Freediving the next water based activity for Irish fin folk to flock too? Newstalk's Sarah Madden…
MoncrieffThe true story behind the Devil Wears Prada
In honour of the Devil Wears Prada 2 premiere on the 1st of May, Meryl Streep joined Anna Wintour on the front cover of Vogue magazine to promote the movie…
MoncrieffWhat is the healthiest way to eat eggs?
For years, we’ve been told to fear certain foods, cut out the carbs, avoid fat at all costs, and definitely don’t touch sugar. But, how much of this is…
MoncrieffAre we overusing the term ‘narcissist’?
The use of the term ‘narcissist’ has exploded in recent years. So, are we getting better at recognising Narcissistic Personality Disorder? Or are we just…
MoncrieffMoncrieff’s Murder Club: Unexpected Perpetrators
Every Wednesday, Podcaster Cassie Delaney will join Seán to share some unusual stories on heinous crimes. This week, Cassie joins to discuss crimes committed…
MoncrieffWhen protests work, and when they don't
With the current national fuels protest ongoing, how does it compare to protests in the past, and what could it achieve? Newstalk’s Political Correspondent and…
MoncrieffThe growing ‘Mommune’ movement
There’s a growing movement that’s redefining modern motherhood called ‘Mommunes’: these are intentional communities where mums come together to share…
MoncrieffHow do you deal with agoraphobia?
While we all remember the feeling of being stuck at home during the Covid pandemic, people with the anxiety disorder agoraphobia are usually afraid of stepping…
MoncrieffShould you sell off your old clothes online?
If you find yourself building a collection of clothes you’re not interested in wearing anymore, is selling them online the best option? Máire Treasa Ní…
MoncrieffThe story behind the Irish woman who tried to assassinate Mussolini
One hundred years ago, on 7 April 1926, Irish woman Violet Gibson attempted to assassinate Benito Mussolini in a busy Roman piazza. Mussolini survived, with…
MoncrieffWhen does a prank go too far?
April Fool's Day last week saw its fair share of joke headlines and social media pranks. However, some practical jokes have been criticised as being in poor…
MoncrieffDo we reward being a workaholic?
“I’m a workaholic and proud of it, I’m not interested in having a work life balance.” So wrote Dylan Jones in The Times. So, do we still reward workaholics?…
MoncrieffTaylor Swift wax works revealed! - Henry McKean Reports
Today the National Wax Museum launched a Taylor Swift wax works, which cost €40,000! This is two years after the Sinead O'Connor wax works was removed after…
MoncrieffWhy Ireland boycotted the 1936 Berlin Olympics
It’s time to head back to 1936, to the Berlin Olympic Games. Ireland was one of two countries to boycott the games, alongside the Spanish Republic. Off the…
MoncrieffInhaler on their upcoming bank holiday Cork gig
Heineken Ireland have launched their new music platform, ‘Heineken Greenlight,’ bringing city gigs across Ireland for the bank holiday weekends. Joining guest…
MoncrieffAlison Spittle on her new show ‘BIG’
‘Why can’t all lads be sound like Hozier?’ That was the title of an article Fionnuala Jones’ guest wrote 10 years ago about her experience of being harassed…
MoncrieffMan hosts biggest collection of post boxes in the UK
Fionnuala’s guest has been collecting historic post boxes for over 30 years… Despite his collection now making part of the Postal Museum on the Isle of Wight…
MoncrieffConstruction of Trump Ballroom halted by US Judge
A US Judge has halted a controversial White House construction project, after plans for a massive new ballroom led by Donald Trump resulted in the demolition…
MoncrieffHow exercise affects your skin
We all know exercise is great for our mind and bodies, but how can it affect your skin? Joining guest host Fionnuala Jones to discuss is Professor Caitriona…
MoncrieffMoncrieff’s Murder Club: Reality stars turned killers
Every Wednesday, Podcaster Cassie Delaney will join to share some unusual stories on heinous crimes. This week, Cassie joins guest host Fionnuala Jones to…
MoncrieffThe fierce competition for Catholic school places in the UK
With roughly 6 million Catholics in the UK, competition for school places in Catholic schools is fierce. Fionnuala’s guest, Mark Paul, London Correspondent for…
MoncrieffMan eats jam from 1976 and says it was still “perfect”
Finbarr Murray from County Meath made headlines after tasting a jar of homemade jam from 1976 he discovered while clearing a family home near Navan. Not only…
MoncrieffAvoiding overpacking for your holidays!
Spring is in the air, and we’re starting to plan holidays. Whether it’s a summer trip, leisurely cruise or city break, we can all fall into the trap of…
MoncrieffWhy do people quit?
After the upheaval of the pandemic and the wave known as the ‘Great Resignation’, a new way of understanding why we quit is emerging. Today, we’re looking at…
MoncrieffCan you get ‘addicted’ to the gym?
For many people, exercise is a positive part of daily life - boosting mood, improving health and helping manage stress. But, what happens when that healthy…
MoncrieffWhat kind of thinker are you?
Why do some people overthink everything, while others stay calm under pressure or jump headfirst into every new idea? A new book by Oxford academic Marius…