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Moncrieff
The daily dose of madness and intrigue from Sean Moncrieff and his rebel radio crew.
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MoncrieffHow can we really bring about change?
“But what can I do?” That could be the refrain of our whole generation. We’re faced with largescale problems and existential issues, but most don't think we…
MoncrieffHow durable is fast fashion?
When you buy a cheap garment, how long do you actually expect it to last? Valerie Flynn, of The Journal Investigates, has been running some tests, and joins…
MoncrieffIs it less stress to have more kids?
A survey of 7000 mothers by NBC television in the United States has found that mums who have more than 4 kids have lower stress levels than those with fewer…
MoncrieffWhy do some of us find photos embarrassing?
Have you ever seen a photo of yourself and thought “I look amazing?” - chances are low, and for many people, getting photos taken is awkward and embarrassing……
MoncrieffSexual orientation to be on next census for the first time
It has been announced that a question regarding sexual orientation will appear on our next census, in 2027, for the first time. But, why is this required, and…
MoncrieffCould AI hurt the job recruitment process?
We’ve all been told about the risks of AI taking jobs away from employees. But is there also a risk for the employers in overuse of AI and allowing it to make…
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Irish nun on Nigerian school kidnapping
303 schoolchildren and 12 teachers were kidnapped by gunmen from St. Mary's School, a Catholic institution in a very remote part of the north west of Nigeria…
MoncrieffDoes Ireland have the best alternative music scene?
For a relatively small country, Ireland has had its fair share of mainstream international success in the music business over the years: U2, Van Morrison…
MoncrieffLife in Lebanon - one year after Israel ceasefire
Thursday will be the one year anniversary of the Israel and Lebanon ceasefire agreement. But, this has been far from a peaceful year for Lebanese people… Sally…
MoncrieffVictoria Mary Clarke on dealing with grief and loneliness around Christmas
Things can feel heightened this time of year, as the run up to Christmas leads to forced cheeriness and merriment, but for so many people, it is also the most…
MoncrieffCould sails replace crude oil on cargo ships?
Seán’s guest spent two weeks aboard the Neoliner Origin, the world’s largest sailing cargo ship, for its maiden voyage from France to the US. But, could sail…
MoncrieffHow does Ireland’s deportation system work?
How does Ireland’s deportation system actually work? Joining Seán to discuss is Cormac O’Keefe, Security Correspondent with the Irish Examiner, who got a rare…
MoncrieffWhen is the best time to break up with someone? - Henry McKean Asks
If you're in a relationship, and aren't really feeling that person a Christmas present, is this the best time to dump them? Do you have a breakup story around…
MoncrieffUnionists for a United Ireland
Can you be a unionist and be in favour of a United Ireland? Well Seán’s guest certainly was a unionist, and has written a book called ‘The Irish Unity…
MoncrieffWhy do rich people have golden toilets?
Golden toilets have been hitting the headlines recently, with Zelensky’s Chief of Staff under pressure after detectives found a golden toilet bowl in his…
MoncrieffThe effort to keep Covid out of Antarctica
Seán’s guest arrived in Antarctica at the height of the Covid pandemic. Part of her role as a Doctor was to try and keep Antarctica as the last continent on…
MoncrieffWhy is an Italian Minister upset over carbonara?
The Italian Minister of Agriculture has called for an “immediate investigation” after he discovered a supermarket in Brussels selling jars of pre-made…
MoncrieffWoman breaks record for world’s largest afro
Seán’s guest stopped straightening her hair a number of years ago and began to grow it out. Now, the Guinness World Records has just certified that she has the…
MoncrieffNew documentary shares stories of Magdalene laundry survivors
A new documentary ‘Testimony’ is out in cinemas today, and tells the compelling stories of the survivors of the Magdalene laundry, in their own words……
MoncrieffAre we in the next step of human evolution with space travel?
Around 500 million years ago, animals first ventured out of the oceans and onto land… Since then, life has evolved in wondrous and unforeseeable ways to this…
MoncrieffShould philosophy be taught in Irish schools?
Today is World Philosophy Day. Seán’s guest believes that philosophy should be taught in Irish schools, just as it is in Italy, France and Germany, but why?…
MoncrieffDaragh Morgan on being the first person to swim around Ireland
Endurance swimmer Daragh Morgan has been making headlines as the first person to swim around Ireland. The feat took 338 hours over the course of 5 months to…
MoncrieffSeriously Silly: The Life of Terry Jones
There’s a new authorised biography on Monty Python star Terry Jones: ‘Seriously Silly: The Life of Terry Jones’. The comedy legend’s biography features…
MoncrieffAre you jumping on the World Cup bandwagon? - Henry McKean Asks
The Republic of Ireland are playing the Czech Republic on March 26th in a World Cup play off, which makes us want to go down memory lane… Are you jumping on…
MoncrieffHow to wash a wool jumper
As the cold weather starts to bite, many listeners will be reaching for their winter woolies, but with complex labelling, how can you know if what you’re…
MoncrieffWhat to expect from the IFI French Film Festival
The 26th year of the IFI French Film Festival kicks off today, featuring 22 Irish premieres and 34 titles across the twelve days. But, what else can people…
MoncrieffAre Irish fizzy drinks making a comeback?
Are Irish fizzy drinks having a revival? Ali Dunworth, Food and Drinks Writer, and author of ‘A Compendium of Irish Pints’, seems to think that minerals are…
MoncrieffIs scheduling sex the secret to a healthy relationship?
To get the spark back in Lotte Brundle, Feature and Lifestyle Journalist living in London’s relationship, she started creating space in her google calendar to…
MoncrieffShould we share our failures online?
Recently, Kim Kardashian has been drawing attention for her portrayal of a lawyer in ‘All’s Fair’, but unfortunately for her, the success of her onscreen…
MoncrieffHave musicals become cool again?
Have you noticed a swathe of musicals and musician biopics consistently releasing in the cinema? What’s behind the amount of them, and why are they seemingly…
MoncrieffIs Ireland taking the right approach to climate change?
Is Ireland on the right track when it comes to dealing with climate change? Guest host Fionnuala Jones is joined by Dr. Tadgh O’Mahony, Assistant Professor of…
MoncrieffAre we ‘phone zombies’?
How often do you check your phone every day? Dr Clare Moriarty, Visiting Fellow in Trinity College Dublin, has picked up on her habits, and is asking the…
MoncrieffJoe Philpott on his new memoir
Tom Dunne’s guest enjoyed success with his band Rubyhorse, touring the States in 2002 and even appearing on Conan O’Brien and David Letterman. His new memoir…
MoncrieffBeing 35 and stuck in your childhood bedroom
The Government has made promises to solve the housing crisis, and have stood by a long term plan on the basis that it will likely take fifteen years before…
MoncrieffHow age progression portraits are made for missing people
Have you ever wondered how portraits of missing people are done years later, as families desperately renew appeals for information about a loved one? Tim…
MoncrieffThe cultural and historical significance of the Irish pub
Where did the Irish pub come from? How is it changing? And why is the traditional Irish pub so common overseas? Joining guest host Tom Dunne to discuss is…
MoncrieffFollowing the Swedish war survival guide for 72 hours
Tom Dunne’s guest decided to follow the instructions of the Swedish government’s 72 hour survival guide by holing up in his garden shed in complete isolation…
MoncrieffWhat can be learned from President inauguration menus?
Many of us would have watched the Presidential Inauguration last week to get a sense of what Catherine Connolly would bring to the role. We expect that her…
MoncrieffHow Irish revolutionaries negotiated murky world of ‘spies and scoundrels’ in the fight for independence
A new book explores the extraordinary escapades undertaken by diplomats and revolutionaries to forge alliances abroad in support of Irish independence during…
MoncrieffGraduating college at 82
Have you ever thought about going back to college? Well James O’Reilly has just graduated from Dublin City University with a degree in history and literature…
MoncrieffHave we gotten better at showing our emotions in public?
After a famous win for Ireland yesterday, beating Hungary 3-2 to reach the playoffs for the World Cup, screams and tears engulfed the nation as Troy Parrott…
MoncrieffThe Irishman Who Buried Himself Alive
What would you do to be famous? For some people, it doesn’t matter. For others, it’s their greatest ambition. In 1968 Irishman Mick Meaney decided he was…
MoncrieffPaul McCartney’s silent protest song
The vinyl release of a protest album entitled ‘Is This What We Want?’ will be launched on December 8th and will feature an extraordinary contribution from Paul…
Moncrieff“Secretive” artist sneaks AI-generated print into museum
A contemporary artist took the world by surprise this week when he snuck an AI-generated print into the National Museum of Cardiff. Elias Marrow, who maintains…
MoncrieffA brief history of the aphorism
"All that glitters is not gold", "Do or do not, there is no try". The first quote is from Shakespeare, and the other is from Yoda. Both are examples of…
MoncrieffWhat is ‘Death Cleaning’?
‘Death Cleaning’ is the Swedish practice of getting rid of stuff you don’t need before you die. But, why bother? And, is there more to it than meets the eye?…
MoncrieffWriter Jane McNeice on breastfeeding her grandchildren
Jane McNeice did not expect that her admission that she has breastfed her children and grandchildren would cause such strong reactions. To her, there is…
MoncrieffNew immersive serial killer exhibition coming to Dublin
A brand-new exhibition coming to Dublin is set to take visitors on a gripping psychological journey into the darkest corners of the human mind... ‘Inescapable…
MoncrieffNew documentary ‘BOOBS’ celebrates the reality of female bodies
A brand-new short documentary celebrating boobs has been sparking conversations and sweeping awards around the globe. The film, ‘BOOBS’, follows Dublin artist…
MoncrieffDid Hitler really have only one testicle?
It has long been debated as to whether or not Adolf Hitler had just one testicle. Now, a new documentary on Channel 4 explores this and other intimate topics…
MoncrieffWhat are your driving icks? - Henry McKean Asks
There's nothing that inflames our judginess more than getting behind the wheel and judging other people on the road. So, what are your biggest driving icks?…
MoncrieffOpting out of religion in schools - do kids get accommodated?
As parents of primary school children around the country participate in the largest ever survey of attitudes to school ethos, Seán’s guest has been sharing her…
MoncrieffHome hacks to treat a winter cold
As flu and cold season descends on us, what are the best home hacks to treat a cold, and does the old ‘Wine & Garlic’ method actually work? Joining Seán to…
MoncrieffHow terrorism has changed since the 1970s
From the extensive hijackings of the 1970s to the emergence of suicide bombers in the 1980s, a new book traces the evolution of terrorism in the mid to late…
MoncrieffWhy are women banned from the sumo ring?
Controversy has erupted in Japan as to whether or not the new female Prime Minister will step into the sacred sumo ring to present a prestigious trophy later…
MoncrieffWhy this Cork gym is focusing on fitness accessibility
A Cork gym is breaking barriers in fitness accessibility. Elite Fitness Cork has just introduced a new hyperbaric chamber to support people with serious health…
MoncrieffThe science behind trauma
What defines trauma, and why are people more vulnerable to it than others? This will be the main focus of a talk happening at the Sugar Club in Dublin later…
MoncrieffWhy do we yawn?
What makes us yawn? We all do it, but few of us actually know why. Even today, scientists are still puzzled by the recurring action. Wrongly attributed to…
MoncrieffThe history of Armistice Day
Today marks Armistice Day, the signing of negotiations which brought the end of World War I. It is also known as Remembrance Day, Veterans’ Day, and Poppy Day…
MoncrieffIs Gen Z ditching the bra?
Is Gen Z going ‘braless’ and what does this mean for the future of lingerie? Social media has recently been taken by storm when actress Sydney Sweeney went for…