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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
MoncrieffWhat can we learn from the ‘Urban Fox Survey’?
The ongoing Urban Fox Survey has now topped 2,000 sightings of the wily nocturnal mammal. But, what has been learned from the project? Joining Seán to discuss…
MoncrieffThe Russian & Chinese ‘influence networks’ in Ireland
What are the Chinese and Russian disinformation campaigns affecting Ireland? A Norwegian study has found Ireland mentioned thousands of times in so-called…
MoncrieffWhat it’s like to build your own home
Seán’s guest set out on a journey 8 years ago to self-build a house for her and her son. Make-up Artist, Jade Kirwan, was given a site from her farmer father…
MoncrieffWhy are ‘Irish’ tattoos so popular?
Tattoos and body art are becoming more popular - and for the weekend that’s in it, some people might fancy a permanent reminder of their Irishness… Tattoo…
MoncrieffVegetable orchestra wins Guinness World Record!
An orchestra in Austria, which uses exclusively musical instruments made out of vegetables, has just been awarded a Guinness World Record! Joining Seán to…
MoncrieffDo kids ruin female friendships?
What do you do if you feel like you’ve been abandoned by your friends once they have kids? Seán’s guest offered advice to a reader in relation to this very…
MoncrieffShould restaurants be able to rate their customers?
It’ll be a busy weekend for restaurants across the country, as all sorts of people from all over the world descend for St Patrick’s Day. But, you better be on…
MoncrieffWhat are Ireland’s greatest inventions?
There are many amazing inventions from the Irish - ranging from submarines to the hypodermic needle. But, which invention is the greatest? Newstalk’s Simon…
MoncrieffMan executed by firing squad in the United States
Just a few days ago, the state of South Carolina carried out an execution by firing squad for the first time in many years, as the US struggles to find a…
MoncrieffHow to get the balance right for a healthy lunch
While the midday meal used to be the largest meal of the day in Ireland, that culinary convention has been largely resigned to history due to busier, on the go…
MoncrieffDo Italians have a better pace of life? - Henry McKean Reports
Do Italians have a better life than us, and what does La Dolce Vita mean? Do they just appreciate life more? Henry McKean is in the Italian Alps at the Special…
MoncrieffWhy are people choosing automatic over manual cars?
Recent statistics show that more and more Irish people are choosing automatic over manual transmission cars. But which is better and does learning how to drive…
MoncrieffThe history of the Irish passport
Epic, the Irish Immigration Museum, is currently seeking stories and heirlooms from the public for their upcoming exhibition to mark a hundred years of the…
MoncrieffWhy refillables are the next step for the cosmetic industry
With 95% of cosmetic packaging being thrown away and cosmetics taking centuries to break down, the beauty industry has had to step up to the plate with being…
MoncrieffWhy do we feel like we have less money for groceries?
Why does it feel like we have less money for groceries, even when the official price stats say otherwise? It’s a question many of us are asking as we watch our…
MoncrieffWhat’s the ideal temperature at home?
Are you always bickering over whether it’s too hot or too cold in your home? And does your other half want the heating boosted up while you would rather a cool…
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Spreading awareness for dense breast tissue reporting
It is difficult to put into words the impact that losing a parent has on a child, no matter what age you are. Twenty five year old Martha Lovett Cullen lost…
MoncrieffWhat is a ‘Saturn Return’?
What is a ‘Saturn Return’ – something to live by or complete nonsense? In astrology, there are two major times of transition in your life, and these are marked…
MoncrieffShould we embrace being bald?
Journalist Liam Collins was a proud bald man for over 30 years when he decided to try a hairpiece, but after his daughter failed to recognise him on the…
MoncrieffPushing back against ‘always-on’ culture
Since Covid and the introduction of working from home, people have been finding it increasingly difficult to switch off from work. So much so that a circular…
MoncrieffHow to thrive with thrifted furniture!
Imagine never having to go to Ikea ever again! Well, Seán’s guest has made this a reality by thrifting every piece of furniture she owns - bar the mattress and…
MoncrieffWould you have an ‘adult sleepover’?
When you go travelling with friends, would you opt to sleep in the same bed with them? Well apparently, adult sleepovers are quite popular. Travel Writer…
MoncrieffHow easy is it to renounce your citizenship?
The new designated Canadian Prime Minister, Mark Carney, holds dual Canadian and Irish citizenship, with his grandfather hailing from County Mayo. As he takes…
MoncrieffHow the early days of radio impacted people’s lives
A new book explores the early days of radio one hundred years ago, and how it had a deep effect on people’s everyday lives. Joining Seán to discuss is Beaty…
MoncrieffThe ups and downs of self publishing
Has self-publishing opened up the market for terrible writers to publish their own stories? Author Bill Bryson has hit out that “Too many people are publishing…
MoncrieffWhy are crows so noisy?
Does the noise of squawking crows annoy you so much that you want to murder the… murder? Seán’s guest, Dr Michelle McKeown has been doing a deep dive into why…
MoncrieffWhat are the music tastes of world leaders?
This morning, King Charles presented his favourite playlist on a special programme on Apple Music called ‘The King’s Music Room’. But, what does his playlist…
MoncrieffHow much does a babysitter cost? - Henry McKean Asks
How much should you pay your babysitter, and have they become unaffordable for parents when you include the meal out? Henry McKean has been out asking the…
MoncrieffWhy is a white dwarf star considered a ‘planet killer’?
What is a white dwarf, and why are space scientists so excited by the latest discovery? It’s been dubbed a possible ‘planet killer’, but how could a dying star…
MoncrieffShould the undocumented Irish in America be worried?
In the first week of his second term, Donald Trump made good on his promise to launch an immigration enforcement blitz, with nearly 1,000 people arrested by…
MoncrieffIs dating the secret to a long and happy marriage?
What’s the best advice you’ve ever been given for a long and happy marriage? Former Royal now-turned Wellness Guru, Meghan Markle has been doling out life tips…
MoncrieffBird Flu Risks in Ireland - Josh Crosbie Reports
Farmers have changed the way they farm hens, ducks and all types of poultry due to the detection of bird flu in Ireland. All birds now have to be housed…
MoncrieffHow to get out of a reading rut!
Are you in a reading rut? With research showing that 4 in 10 people in the UK actually haven’t read a book in a year, what can you do to get back on the…
MoncrieffIsaac Newton’s beer mug goes on show in London
While Isaac Newton may be best known for his laws of motion, it is his beer mug that is going on show this week at the Royal Society in London... Joining Seán…
MoncrieffPoverty and the Cost of Living - Henry McKean Reports
As the cost of living crisis continues to bite, many families are now living in consistent poverty and are struggling to get by. Henry McKean has been out and…
MoncrieffMalta’s Eurovision song changed for being too rude?
The Maltese entry to this year’s Eurovision is being forced to change the title of their song and some lyrics due to its resemblance to a swear word in…
MoncrieffThe growing problem of ‘public squalor’
As dereliction increasingly becomes a problem in towns and cities across Ireland, one unfortunate consequence of this is public squalor. Joining Seán to…
MoncrieffCould the wooly mammoth be resurrected?
Anybody who has seen Jurassic Park will know that the park’s ferocious inhabitants are created by retrieving DNA from an ancient mosquito captured in amber. In…
MoncrieffAccess To Political Representation for People With Disabilities
Most people would like to have a Government that is representative of the population, but there are some groups with very little representation. Dr Vivian…
MoncrieffHow to find out what colour suits you!
Do you know what colours suit you? Are you a cool summer, or a deep spring… or does that mean anything to you at all? It seems that Colour Analysis…
MoncrieffCan ‘greenwashing’ be seen in our food?
You will inevitably encounter many phrases while out shopping trying to convince you how natural the food you are buying is. Does 'free range' actually mean…
MoncrieffHow big of a problem is ‘laptop squatting’?
Is your local cafe being ruined by ‘laptop squatters’? You know the type, they’re working remotely and tapping loudly on their laptops while drinking one…
MoncrieffWho does the most work at home?
For most couples who live together, in a clichéd way, there seems to be some jobs that the man will do, and ones that the woman will. Freelance Journalist…
MoncrieffFinding A Hobby As An Adult
Chloe McPolin, journalist with the Irish Independent is with Moncrieff today in speaking about a task we all have difficulty with; finding a new hobby.
MoncrieffPeppa Pig’s New Sibling
Mummy Pig, the mother of Peppa, the porcine heroine of the long running TV series, is pregnant. And as a TV show aims to express the undoubtedly difficult task…
MoncrieffHenry McKean Reports: How Many Friends Do You Have?
Henry McKean is out and about for NewsTalk to ask the question; ‘what is the right amount of friends?’
MoncrieffWhy Psychologists Shouldn’t Have To Hand Over Notes In Sexual Assault Cases
Psychologist and survivor, Dr Niamh Ni Dhomhnaill, sits down on Moncrieff to speak about the complications that could arise from handing notes to authorities…
MoncrieffWhat a ‘Storyteller in Residence’ looks like
The Irish are famous for their storytelling. We love a good natter or a yarn down the pub, but it’s not something we really think of as a job. Unless, of…
MoncrieffWhy can’t we remember being toddlers?
What’s your earliest memory? And why can’t you remember anything before that, despite the fact that you obviously learned and remembered how to walk and talk?…
MoncrieffThe role beards play in professional sport
After 49 years with a very strict no beard policy, the New York Yankees have finally lifted their facial hair embargo, to much fanfare in America. But, why was…
MoncrieffHow do you handle a bad boss?
It seems impossible to escape a terrible manager over the course of your career, but what’s the best way to deal with a bad boss? Margaret E. Ward is Chief…
MoncrieffQuestions to save for a boring dinner party!
Have you ever found yourself stuck at a table completely bored out of your mind? Whether it’s a wedding, a dinner party, or an awkward first date - Podcaster…
MoncrieffThe dark side of family influencers
Influencers can seemingly make content out of anything, be it brushing their hair or playing a video game. For the most part, it is harmless enough, but what…
MoncrieffWhat are ‘micro retirements’?
Are you feeling burned out at work? Well, it seems the new trend that is being embraced by some is ‘micro retirements’... So, could unplugging completely from…
MoncrieffIs there an epidemic of nosy neighbours?
Are you a nosy neighbour? We know that this country is property mad, but does that mean that we’re very nosy neighbours? Especially if a home nearby goes up…
MoncrieffHow much do adult kids rely on parents? - Henry McKean Asks
How often do your kids call you? Did you give them a deposit for a house or apartment? The question is: do adult children rely too heavily on their older…
MoncrieffWhat will our ‘technofossils’ look like?
Imagine for a moment that it’s a million years in the future. You’re walking along a rocky shoreline, when suddenly you notice something jutting out of the…
MoncrieffThe struggles with being on time
Are you always running late? Some people are notoriously bad time keepers and it can be annoying to wait around for somebody who is constantly running late…
MoncrieffDo you use your phone in the shower?
Do you bring your phone with you everywhere? And by everywhere, does that mean the toilet, and even the shower? Podcaster and Influencer Ellie Kelly has…
MoncrieffWhat life is like in Usonia
In the late 1940’s, Frank Lloyd Wright built a planned community an hour north of New York City. The community remains an iconic example of Lloyd Wright’s…