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Moncrieff
The daily dose of madness and intrigue from Sean Moncrieff and his rebel radio crew.
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MoncrieffCan ‘swag gap’ relationships last?
Can ‘swag gap’ relationships truly last? This new ‘gap’ that’s been circling on social media refers to when one partner is much cooler than the other – in…
MoncrieffShould you cook with your toddler?
Would you let your 2 year old cook? Well, Jamie Oliver thinks you should! So much so, he is bringing out a new series of cookbooks aimed at toddlers and their…
MoncrieffWhat is ‘Gilmore Girls Season’?
It was this very week a quarter of a century ago when Gilmore Girls premiered. It’s also ‘Gilmore Girls Season’, when every autumn devoted fans rewatch the…
MoncrieffThe role animals play in politics
From Putin’s alsatian to an alligator in the White House, pets have played a surprising role in politics. Joining Seán to discuss is Peter Cardwell, Journalist…
MoncrieffWill Ireland win the World Porridge Making Championships?
This Saturday will see the annual World Porridge Making Championships take place in Scotland. Mayo’s Rebecca Holohan will be representing Ireland, and she…
MoncrieffMaynooth University celebrates 25 years of its Psychology Department
‘Change is possible’ - that’s the message of Doctor and Neuroscientist Brian Pennie, who is about to deliver his first talk at Maynooth University since his…
MoncrieffHave we gotten ruder? - Henry McKean Asks
Are we ruder in traffic than before? Have we lost our manners? Have we lost all courtesy and decency, and have we stopped saying thank you to the bus driver?…
MoncrieffWhat is life like in Gaza currently?
We saw overnight the detention, by Israeli forces, of activists on the Sumud Flotilla headed for Gaza, including a number of Irish citizens... It comes as we…
MoncrieffAre the Simpsons still relevant?
The Simpsons is the longest-running sitcom in US history, but is the world’s favourite yellow family still relevant? US-based Journalist and Simpsons…
MoncrieffHow to set up a bird table for the winter
As the cold evenings close in, now is the ideal time to set up a bird table in the garden, or even attached to a window if you live in an apartment. But, how…
MoncrieffWhy are we obsessed with drinking water?
Are we obsessed with drinking water? Hydration has been at the centre of social media trends and even has its own hashtag on TikTok: #WaterTok. Buzzy new viral…
MoncrieffMigrant nurses falling victim to visa scams
Imagine uprooting your life, spending thousands of euros, jumping through every hoop - only to land in a country with no job waiting for you. That’s the…
MoncrieffShould we call Ireland a ‘kip’?
There’s one thing that unites Irish people everywhere: we love to give out about the state of the place… but, heaven help anyone else who dares do the same…
MoncrieffUS Government shuts down - what does that mean?
The U.S. Federal Government has ground to a halt in what’s known as a ‘shutdown’. But, what exactly does that mean, and why does it keep happening? To help…
MoncrieffIs wallpaper making a comeback?
Wallpaper is back in, and it’s louder, bolder and more vibrant than ever. Wallpaper is all the rage for 2026, and have been hailed by interior designers across…
MoncrieffHave you ever had a paranormal encounter?
Have you ever seen or heard something unusual or unnerving that you can’t explain, have you ever had an encounter with paranormal activity? Well if you have…
MoncrieffThe causes and effects of CTE
Increasingly, in cases of death by suicide or mass shootings, CTE is a factor. It's a condition that can bring dramatic changes to someone, more likely to…
MoncrieffNew Picasso exhibition to be showcased in Ireland
A brand-new exhibition showcasing the breadth of Picasso’s work will be opening at the National Gallery of Ireland. ‘Picasso: From the Studio’ will be the…
MoncrieffWhy do we love to gossip? - Henry McKean Asks
A survey has revealed just how much people like to gossip. Here in Ireland is it a part of the fabric of society? Newstalk’s Henry McKean has been getting all…
MoncrieffNew edition of Elizabeth Shaw’s memoir published
While Elizabeth Shaw may not be well known here in Ireland, the Belfast-born author has been a household name in Germany ever since she travelled to the GDR…
MoncrieffThe importance of complaining
People are being reminded about the importance of complaining. According to Irish Examiner Consumer Columnist, Caitríona Redmond, complaining can actually…
MoncrieffAre car ads selling a myth?
Whenever you see an advert for a car brand on television, the visuals usually centre on open roads in a vast landscape, with the driver emanating a sense of…
MoncrieffCorkman receives award for tending to unclaimed Air India grave
A man who has spent the past four decades tending to the graves of the only two unclaimed victims of the 1985 Air India disaster has been honoured by an Indian…
MoncrieffMaking conception sex more fun
In Davina McCall’s new book, she talks about the challenge of keeping sex interesting and less functional while couples try to conceive. So, how do you keep…
MoncrieffDealing with the scourge of ‘shoddy signage’
A Councillor in Limerick city is calling for businesses to take more responsibility for their shopfronts and to reduce the scourge of shoddy signage. Joining…
MoncrieffIs the Riyadh Comedy Festival whitewashing a regime?
While the Saudis have invested enormously over the past few years into sports such as soccer and golf, they are now stepping into the cultural arena, with the…
MoncrieffWhy is Biden’s Presidential portrait an Autopen?
This week, the White House released a video of the new ‘Presidential Walk of Fame’, featuring portraits of American Presidents. But, one particular frame…
MoncrieffWhat are AI ‘Griefbots’?
AI griefbots are personas made to fill in for a deceased individual. They can be used to help people grief a loved one’s death, by talking to an AI program…
MoncrieffWhat is it like to be an erotica voiceover actor?
You know those saucy books your nana might read on holiday? What is it like to voice the audiobook for them? Joining Seán to discuss the world of erotica…
MoncrieffExploring deaf culture with ‘Her Father’s Voice’
A Dublin-based Playwright is exploring deaf culture with a creative, innovative spin in his new play. Shane O’Reilly’s play ‘Her Father’s Voice’ (with music by…
MoncrieffHow do you make a ‘human tower’?
Human towers, or ‘castells’ as they are known in Catalonia, are hugely popular in their home country, but now there is a club in Dublin. So, how do human…
MoncrieffWhy is Rihanna’s baby’s middle name ‘Irish’?
Rihanna has posted on her socials that her new baby is called Rocki Irish Mayers. So, what’s the connection to Ireland, and is it unusual to name a child with…
MoncrieffThe Art of Small Talk
People who engage in small talk have the potential to live longer than those who don’t. An article recently published in the Irish Examiner explored how small…
MoncrieffWhy special needs education needs to be more inclusive
As the Government commits to establishing more places in special needs schools and special needs classrooms, John’s guest is calling for a different policy to…
MoncrieffWhy does Trump have beef with the UN building?
During a lengthy digression of his address to the UN yesterday, US President Donald Trump complained that the floors in the UN building are terrazzo instead of…
MoncrieffDo younger generations always get criticised by older ones?
The pile on against Gen Z is unrelenting, but have older generations always looked at young people with a sense of distaste? Corkonian Ross Frenett, CEO of…
MoncrieffCould data centre heat be the answer for our energy crisis?
Could heat generated from data centres be the answer for our energy crisis? Heat produced in an Amazon data centre in Tallaght is already being used to heat…
MoncrieffHow fashionable is Limerick?
When you think of Fashion you think of New York, London, Milan, but what about Limerick? Well, plans are afoot for Limerick to get its very own fashion museum…
MoncrieffHow do ordinary people in Israel live with next door’s genocide?
One question that many find hard to understand is how ordinary Israelis can go about their daily lives with a genocide happening or their doorstep… Paul…
MoncrieffWhy you shouldn’t wear shoes indoors!
Do you wear shoes indoors? It might be time to stop, unless you enjoy carrying in bacteria from the less hygienic outside world… Dr Primrose Freestone…
MoncrieffHarry Styles runs marathon in under 3 hours - how hard is that?
Is there anything Harry Styles can’t do? The musician impressed fans by running the Berlin Marathon in under three hours… So just what kind of a feat is it to…
MoncrieffHow the Irish gay rights movement was organised
A new book chronicles how the gay rights movement was organised in Ireland, and examines what lessons can be learnt from its losses and successes, and…
MoncrieffCoping with the loss of a parent
The loss of one’s parents can be a ‘deeply traumatic’ experience for both young and old. That’s according to Journalist Deirdre O’Shaughnessy, who lost both…
MoncrieffFree cloth nappy scheme rolled out to maternity hospitals
The Cloth Nappy Incentive Scheme is now being rolled out to more and more maternity hospitals around Ireland, with Cork being the latest to introduce the…
MoncrieffAre smaller beds better for your marriage?
According to the actor Matthew McConaughey, sleeping in a smaller bed really helped his relationship with his wife. Is this something we should all be doing?…
MoncrieffHaving survivor’s guilt after leaving Gaza
Faten Alsourani left Gaza to come and study in Ireland, and continues to work here today. However, she still has family living in Gaza, including her mother…
Moncrieff“No bum hole needed” for prostate cancer exam - Henry McKean Reports
The Marie Keating Foundation is trying to raise awareness around prostate cancer, including how you now only need to take a blood test to check for it - “no…
MoncrieffRoad bowling is making a comeback!
It's road bowling season, and a major international event: the King and Queen of the Roads just wrapped up. One of the event organisers, Séamus Ó Tuama, joins…
MoncrieffWould you homeschool your child?
While the number of families choosing to homeschool their children has risen over the past few years, does the national curriculum matter for these kids, or…
MoncrieffWhy are you not allowed to swim in Venice’s canals?
A couple from the UK have been banned from Venice after they were caught swimming in the Grand Canal. They were spotted by gondoliers and reported to police…
MoncrieffHow parents can benefit from ‘adult-only’ time
Is an adult-only getaway the key to keeping your marriage alive, and where does AI come in? And, how difficult is it for parents of young children to balance…
MoncrieffWhat is ‘Extended Reality’ in film?
‘Extended Reality’ is the new coming of age thing at the Venice Film Festival. The Venice immersive section of the Venice International Film Festival is…
MoncrieffHow a few drinks can make you speak a language better!
If you've ever been on holiday and found yourself speaking the local language with the waiter a little too well, it may be because of the few drinks you had…
MoncrieffRare Saturn celestial event to take place this weekend
This Saturday morning will bear witness to a once in every 15 years celestial event, the passage of Titan in front of Saturn, and will be visible from Ireland…
MoncrieffAre young people afraid of causing offence?
Are young people more consumed with self doubt and a fear of causing offence than other generations? And if so, what can be done to make them more resilient?…
MoncrieffCould electronic conveyancing help the housing crisis?
Electronic conveyancing could cut the time taken to buy a home to as little as four weeks. Secure, paperless and electronic conveyancing processes would save…
MoncrieffWhat it’s like travelling with a ‘bad’ passport
Do you dread the hassle of travel? Well, if you’re an Irish passport holder, you may take for granted being able to travel without the panic of a visa. That is…
MoncrieffWhy can’t students cook?
A recent survey in the UK shows that over half of college students admit to only being able to cook up to 5 meals – and these include the likes of instant…
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Gender reveal parties - here to stay or a flash in the pram?
Cover your ears, superstitious listener, because this new generation of parents will cause you to toss all the salt and make you bless yourself into oblivion…
MoncrieffHow a ‘claw shoe’ helped pole vaulter break world record
When Mondo Duplantis broke the world pole vaulting record this week, attention turned to his unusual ‘claw shoes’... So, what are they, and how do they work?…