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Moncrieff
The daily dose of madness and intrigue from Sean Moncrieff and his rebel radio crew.
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Episodes
MoncrieffLiving with extreme migraines
There is a perception that a migraine simply means a bad headache and sensitivity to light, but it can be much more than that. Catherine Hearns experienced her…
MoncrieffHow a drummer made his own prosthesis to keep playing
One of the fastest drummers in the world only has one arm. What he has achieved with a specially designed prosthesis has given him a new lease of life. Joining…
MoncrieffThe illusion of food security in Ireland
The sudden increase in the price of fuel in the last week shows how vulnerable our island can be due to events in other parts of the world. The same applies to…
MoncrieffDoctor uses robot to do surgery 2,400km away
A doctor in London has successfully removed the prostate from a patient 2,400km away in Gibraltar using a robot. Joining Seán to discuss is Prokar Dasgupta, a…
MoncrieffWorld watercress eating champion admits he doesn’t like it!
Seventeen titles in a row, but he says he hates the taste of the stuff. One man in Hampshire has dominated the World Watercress Eating Championships for nearly…
MoncrieffMoncrieff’s Murder Club: Ouija board stabbing
Every Wednesday, Podcaster Cassie Delaney will join Seán to share some unusual stories on heinous crimes. This week, Cassie joins to discuss the case of Carol…
MoncrieffEU Order of Merit award - do we need it?
The EU has introduced a new Order of Merit award. But who are the Irish people listed, and do we need this sort of honours system at all? Joining Seán to…
MoncrieffThe evolution of movie trailers
Some people try to avoid them entirely, but many cinemagoers enjoy watching trailers ahead of the movie to get a sense of upcoming releases. You could argue…
MoncrieffGerry Adams arrives in bulletproof vest - how do they work?
When Gerry Adams arrived at the Royal Courts of Justice yesterday for a civil case, he appeared to be wearing a bulletproof vest, but how do they work? Do they…
MoncrieffShould men be wearing ‘proper’ shoes?
There used to be a time when you were refused entry to wear runners, but now you can get funny looks for wearing ‘proper’ shoes. Plus, they’ve become less…
MoncrieffWhat you should (and shouldn’t) keep in your fridge
Do you put eggs in the fridge? Should you put milk in the door of your fridge? How do you know what the correct method is? Joining Seán to discuss is Agnes…
MoncrieffThe importance of student teacher relationships
Unless your child is exceptional, they have strengths in some school subjects, and weaknesses in others - or they are happy to work on certain subjects more…
MoncrieffYeats’ studio ephemera up for auction - what are the highlights?
Bidding on a collection of Jack B Yeats’ studio tools and ephemera will end tonight. So, what are some of the highlights? Joining Seán to discuss is Auctioneer…
MoncrieffLocals in Coon campaigning to save pub
A group of locals in the village of Coon in Kilkenny are in a race against time to save their pub, and a successful campaign could see it being run as a…
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Does the Government need to do more to combat anti-Semitism?
A new report from the Jewish Representative Council of Ireland has documented more than 140 anti-Semitic incidents in Ireland over a six-month period, raising…
MoncrieffNew documentary series covers women vs the law in Ireland
A new documentary series on TG4, starting this Wednesday, charts the conflict between Irish women and the law in Ireland: from the marriage bar to the…
MoncrieffWhat’s the best advice your mother gave you? - Henry McKean Asks
Don’t forget it’s Mother’s Day this Sunday! What is the best advice your mother ever gave you? Henry McKean has been out asking the public, and joins Seán to…
MoncrieffÉanna Ní Lamhna on the 40th anniversary of National Tree Week
This week marks the 40th year of National Tree Week. Joining Seán to discuss it is Irish Biologist and former President of the Tree Council of Ireland, Éanna…
MoncrieffBuilding the most expensive Lego set currently on sale
The largest and most expensive Lego set currently on sale in Ireland and the UK is the Star Wars Death Star, coming in at a staggering €999.99, and recommended…
MoncrieffDo people actually upstage the bride?
Every celebrity or high-profile wedding comes with a flurry of comments across the interest of people, claiming guests were “upstaging the bride”, drawing too…
MoncrieffHow the Deaflympics are embracing new technology
The Deaflympics is the oldest international multisport event for deaf athletes. At the most recent Deaflympics, a range of new technologies to make the games…
MoncrieffWhat is the new Government private jet like?
Next week, the Taoiseach will take the first official trip in the new government jet, travelling from Dublin to Philadelphia and then on to DC for the St…
MoncrieffWhat is ‘Tedfest’?
Tedfest is the annual celebration of Father Ted, where hundreds of like minded fans descend on Inis Mór. Peter Phillips, Co-Founder of the event joins Seán to…
MoncrieffSurvey finds Gen Z men having more traditional views on gender roles
A major new survey of attitudes has discovered that Gen Z men have more traditional views on gender roles than their grandparents’ generation. Joining Seán to…
MoncrieffDo you laugh in serious situations? - Henry McKean Reports
According to a study, if you start laughing during a serious situation, it could be a sign of high intelligence. Henry McKean met people who start laughing at…
MoncrieffWhy ‘Belly Bugs’ will make your child pick salad over chips!
How can we get our children to eat healthier? David Bell believes that the best way to get kids to eat healthier is to make them think it’s their idea. David…
MoncrieffKildare Photographer shortlisted for Sony World Photography Awards
Irish photographer Shane Hynan has been shortlisted for 2026 Sony World Photography Awards Professional competition. The Kildare native has been lauded for his…
MoncrieffHow US oil embargoes are causing chaos in Cuba
Cuba, which depended heavily on Venezuelan oil imports, has been heading towards a major humanitarian crisis since the Trump administration began embargoing…
MoncrieffShould more young people try a trade? - Josh Crosbie Reports
Every year at Leaving Cert results time, you’ll hear that the results don’t mean everything - and that there are many career options ahead of you. For example…
MoncrieffShould we ditch curtains and use the ‘Dutch method’?
Are curtains cancelled? The so-called ‘Dutch method’ suggests sleeping with them open, letting early sunlight wake you naturally and reset your body clock. The…
MoncrieffShould the British be more sensitive to the Irish community’s death care?
A new report from an organisation representing Irish interests in the UK shows just how difficult it is for the Irish community to have a ‘good Irish death’…
MoncrieffThe Ford Fiesta turns 50!
The iconic Ford Fiesta is turning 50 this year, the beloved hatchback was a bestseller and still tops the secondhand market. So how did the Fiesta become such…
MoncrieffDog chipping scheme - 10 years on
It is 10 years this month since the government introduced the dog chipping scheme. So, has it been a success and what still needs to be done to make it more…
MoncrieffJapanese scientists invent onion that doesn't make you cry!
Japanese scientists have created a new breed of onion, known as the ‘smile ball’, which does not make the eyes water when it is chopped. Renowned Chef Dean…
MoncrieffThe Jim Carey clone conspiracy
When the Canadian actor Jim Carey recently accepted an honorary prize at the prestigious César Awards in France, the internet was aghast at his look and…
MoncrieffWhy are parents choosing more gender neutral names for their kids?
The results from the latest CSO baby names report shows a grá for gender neutral names, but why? Joining Seán to discuss this is Darach Ó Séaghdha, author of…
MoncrieffSchool’s aquaponics project supplies Michelin star restaurant
A Dublin school’s aquaponics project has been such a success that it now supplies its produce to a Michelin-starred restaurant. Joining Seán to discuss is…
MoncrieffThousands of protected animals dying in tangle nets
Thousands of protected marine animals including grey seals, dolphins, angel sharks and flapper skates are drowning in tangle nets set for crayfish off…
MoncrieffWill new drivers from South Africa alleviate ‘ghost buses’?
Commuters across Dublin are growing increasingly frustrated with so called ‘ghost buses’ services that appear on real-time displays, but then vanish or are…
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Survivor of historical sex abuse shares her story
There’s always a difficulty in the investigation of cases of rape and sexual assault, often being the word of one person against another, with no witnesses…
MoncrieffThe extraordinary story behind the assassination of Trotsky
The ice axe that was used to assassinate Leon Trotsky is perhaps one of the most famous murder weapons in history, currently on display at the International…
MoncrieffShould Ireland adopt the Welsh methods of language revival?
Seán’s guest is recently back from Wales, where he was exploring how the native language of that country is thriving and looking at whether or not lessons can…
MoncrieffIs it time for a spring clean? - Henry McKean Reports
It’s now early March: is it time for a spring clean and a declutter? Does it clear the mind? Henry McKean met people spring cleaning at a recycling centre and…
MoncrieffWhy people are ditching the plane to get to their holiday
More and more people are choosing to travel to their holiday destination via land and water rather than using air travel, perhaps to reduce their carbon…
MoncrieffAisling Brennan on suffering a cardiac arrest at 27
Just days after Christmas, 27-year-old Offaly camogie player Aisling Brennan collapsed suddenly while at a friend’s house. With no warning signs and at the…
MoncrieffCan books fight loneliness?
Reading is good for you for many reasons - one being a way to combat loneliness, which repeated studies have been discovering. Louisa Earls, Manager of Books…
MoncrieffTrump allowed Doonbeg expansion - if he protects the snails
Clare County Council has given the green light for a new 320-capacity ballroom at Trump International Golf Links and Hotel Doonbeg, but there’s a small catch…
MoncrieffAre we in a sex recession?
If it feels like we’re in a romantic recession, you’re not wrong. From Dublin to New York, young people are reportedly having less sex and more screen time…
MoncrieffColm O’Regan on the importance of libraries
Despite an apparent decline in reading and funding problems, the Irish library network very much still exists - and should still be used! Joining Seán to…
MoncrieffAre pub crawls still a thing?
Seán’s guest today has probably visited more pubs than most people and is a big believer in reclaiming and celebrating the original idea of a good old pub…
MoncrieffThe mystery of the HMS Saldanha
Shifting sands have revealed what may be a part of the starboard bow of the HMS Saldanha, a navy frigate that was wrecked off the coast of Donegal in 1811…
MoncrieffChef Gaz Smith on the power of chicken feet
Now, before you wrinkle your nose, yes, we’re talking about chicken feet. They may not win any beauty contests, but when it comes to making rich, nourishing…
MoncrieffHow much bias is in a coin flip?
A new poll of 2,000 adults has found that people still commonly use a coin toss to make decisions about things, but is there any bias involved in flipping a…
MoncrieffWhy ‘shelf cleavage’ is making a comeback
Corsets are back - “shelf cleavage” is having a moment, and apparently, we’re all meant to look like we’ve stepped out of Bridgerton or at least off the red…
MoncrieffWhat is ‘hygiene poverty’?
Poverty can affect people in many ways, including hygiene poverty. When money is running low, hygiene items like soap, shampoo, deodorant and more can be…
MoncrieffWhen does spring actually start?
If you have young kids in primary school, you may have heard them discussing how we are currently in spring, as this is what is taught in the current…
MoncrieffWhy does the Cork accent sound close to a Jamaican one?
Jamaicans are claiming a Cork TD as one of their own after a video of Thomas Gould speaking in the Dáil went viral. People on social media say that his strong…
MoncrieffThe need for more support for male abuse survivors
The resources available for people subject to domestic abuse are stretched thin enough - even more so for men. There is a Men’s Aid, but their help line only…
MoncrieffDo most people have no hope for future finances?
A new Credit Union survey has found Irish people’s outlook on everything from personal finance to the price of consumer goods tends to be negative. So, is…
MoncrieffNew study finds that T-Rex went on tip toes instead of stomping
In Jurassic Park, the T-Rex stomps around the place with an earth-shattering rumble, but a new study in the States has discovered that it actually moved much…