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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 do you get your child wanting to read?
A recent study found that half of Irish parents said it was a “challenge” to find “appropriate and enjoyable” books for their children and nearly a quarter of…
MoncrieffSeven skunks captured and destroyed in Kildare - where did they come from?
It’s just been revealed that earlier this year the National Parks and Wildlife Service captured and destroyed seven skunks in Kildare, with the potential of…
MoncrieffIreland’s first solar-powered race car!
Ireland’s first-ever solar-powered racing car has been unveiled by a team of engineering and technology students from DCU! Joining Seán to discuss the…
MoncrieffWhat is living with a strange name like?
Having a difficult-to-spell name, unless you legally change it, is a reminder to parents to choose carefully when picking a name for their child. Máire Treasa…
MoncrieffWhy are the Irish so secretive? - Henry McKean Asks
Are the Irish friendly, or is there a deep rooted guarded side to us? Why are the Irish secretive when it comes to emotions and family matters? Are friendship…
MoncrieffFinding solace for your mental health in a café
Many of you will be aware of the pressure put on mental services in the country, but in six locations in Ireland, an additional service is offered: a solace…
MoncrieffWhy does the blackbird have the sweetest birdsong?
According to a recently published scientific study, the blackbird has the sweetest birdsong, but is that really true? And why do we like the sounds birds make?…
MoncrieffAge gaps in relationships - when does it become an issue?
It’s been widely reported by the daughter of French First Lady Brigitte Macron, who is 42, has a new boyfriend 20 years younger than her. This follows the…
MoncrieffWhy is fashion taking over tennis?
There is something strange happening in the world of professional tennis, and it’s nothing to do with the game. Increasingly, players are showing up to matches…
MoncrieffMoncrieff’s Murder Club: Dodgy Doctors
Every Wednesday, Seán will be joined by someone to hear unusual stories on heinous crimes… This week, Cassie Delaney joins to discuss cases involving dodgy…
MoncrieffShould we have a language proficiency test for Irish citizenship?
Foreigners who want to become Irish citizens will face language proficiency tests under proposed new rules. Is this something that is needed? Joining Seán to…
MoncrieffWorld Gravy Wrestling Championships - how does it work?
Not only can you have gravy on your dinner, you can wrestle in it too! The World Gravy Championships have been taking place for nearly 20 years in the UK, with…
MoncrieffBritish warship brought in to cover hole in Irish defence - why?
A British warship and a helicopter designed to hunt submarines have been deployed off the coast of Co Wicklow as part of a security operation surrounding the…
MoncrieffDo you still write letters? - World Letter Writing Day
Today is World Letter Writing Day, and to mark the occasion, Seán is joined by Liz Maguire, creator and curator of FleatmarketLoveLetters.com, to discuss the…
MoncrieffWhy are restaurants moving from gas to induction cookers?
If you are a regular cook - what is your favourite type of hob? Gas seems to be the choice of the professionals, but apparently, induction is becoming the new…
MoncrieffJudy Garland play ‘End of the Rainbow’ details her troubled life
Judy Garland, one of the most celebrated performers of Hollywood’s Golden Age and star of the iconic Wizard of Oz, is the subject of a brand-new play…
MoncrieffIrish Flappers and the Jazz Age - what was it like?
Most people might not be aware, but Ireland did revel in the Roaring Twenties. We had burgeoning dance halls, a thriving jazz scene and yes, we even had Irish…
MoncrieffWest Kerry grandfather on his 9 month solo sail around the world
A 70-year-old Irish sailor is preparing to embark on one of the loneliest and most dangerous challenges in world sport. A grandfather from West Kerry, is…
MoncrieffCan you have shared custody of a dog after a breakup?
Unfortunately, relationships break down every day of the week and heartbreak ensues for many. But, what happens when you share ownership of a four-legged…
MoncrieffFour Questions: The Joy of Missing Out
We’re looking back on the weekend and looking forward to the week ahead through the lens of these four questions: What delighted you over the weekend? What…
MoncrieffWhat is your biggest mistake? - Henry McKean Asks
Dolly Parton always said she never faulted herself for making mistakes, she said failure was a sign of effort and that we are always learning. To discuss…
MoncrieffWhat is proper toilet paper etiquette?
The burgeoning trade war between the United States and Canada may well catch many Americans short: they use the most toilet paper in the world on average, and…
MoncrieffBlackberry picking season - why is it important?
It's blackberry season! The still red and green fruits will darken and ripen over the coming weeks and the white, sometimes blush, flowers will form into…
MoncrieffThe emerging ‘drag king’ scene in Ireland
You’ve heard about drag queens, but what about drag kings? What is the difference? Shani Williams, AKA ‘Slick O’ is the Founder of the Irish Drag King…
MoncrieffWhy is there an increasing demand for theme parks?
Universal Studios is currently building its first theme park in Europe with a park in Bedfordshire in the UK, and a new announcement for three anime theme…
MoncrieffWhy are young people going mad for a 19th century painting?
‘The Meeting on the Turret Stairs’ by Wicklow-born Frederic William Burton, which is on display in the National Gallery in Dublin, has gone viral, but why?…
MoncrieffAre bandanas making a comeback?
We saw big celebs rock bandanas in the early 90s, and now this simple accessory is back in the spotlight. From necks and wrists to bags and even gym outfits…
MoncrieffShould school uniforms be made more comfortable?
Why are school jumpers so itchy? Why are shirts tight around the neck? Is this all done on purpose? Many argue that school uniforms should be made more…
MoncrieffWhat is life really like in Australia?
Have you noticed more people moving to Australia recently? It seems to be a land of opportunity for many, but is life really better down under? Cork man living…
MoncrieffIs it ever okay to be late? - Henry McKean Asks
In 2026 is it still acceptable to be fashionably late in Ireland? Is it ok to be late to a party, but not ok to be late to a restaurant booking? Or is it a…
MoncrieffLooking back on Dolly Parton’s movie career
While much of the coverage of the passing of legendary country singer Dolly Parton will examine her music and philanthropy, it can be too-easily-forgotten that…
MoncrieffHow do you make a drastic career change later in life?
CAO offers and the end of a sunny summer can make us all ponder our career choices. If you are doing a job you really don’t like, and you need to make a…
MoncrieffWhat is ‘Pheremone Maxxing’?
What is ‘Pheromone Maxxing’? It's the latest dating trend which advises men to stop showering… So, could sweat be the secret to picking up women? Joining guest…
MoncrieffMoncrieff’s Murder Club: When nature plays a role
Every Wednesday, Cassie Delaney will join to tell unusual stories on heinous crimes… This week, Cassie joins guest host Tom Dunne to discuss cases where nature…
MoncrieffWhat is the cost of convenience?
People are happy to pay a premium for convenience, whether it’s paying a fee to have your groceries delivered or reserving a hotel online instead of calling…
MoncrieffGood news: Cleavage is back!
Sales of push-up bras have been steadily increasing - is this a sign that cleavage is returning to the forefront? Katie Glass, Columnist The Times UK, has been…
MoncrieffDoes this kids TV show say something political?
Paw Patrol is a children’s show about talking dogs who rescue people and stop criminals. They’re an independent group, who, according to one of the movies…
MoncrieffWhat does a sustainable smartphone look like?
We tend to replace our phones every few years, mostly because they’re not very friendly to upgrade or repair. This hurts your pocket, and the environment. So…
MoncrieffICE agents to start using electric shock gloves - why?
Despite the deaths caused by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, they have been given a new weapon: electric shock gloves… Declan Power, Security…
MoncrieffGoing to Electric Picnic? This is your survival guide
If you’re going to Electric Picnic, the weather is not looking good with downpours and thunderstorms being forecasted. So, how should you prepare so you’re not…
MoncrieffShould the driving age go up for young men?
“I’d also advocate a higher eligible age to get a licence for boys as opposed to girls, for obvious reasons. I’d not let any young man behind the wheel before…
MoncrieffGerman politician proposes swingers party in city hall - why?
German politics is under increasing pressure from the far right, but thankfully, there is another option: swinging! A local politician in the city of Mannheim…
MoncrieffThe 40th anniversary of Hurricane Charley
Forty years ago, a tropical storm that began off the coast of the US travelled across the Atlantic to Ireland, picking up moisture along the way. It became…
MoncrieffWhat side of the bed do you sleep on? - Henry McKean Reports
What side of the bed do you sleep on and why? We are hearing some people in a relationship don't have a side of the bed, and whoever gets in first takes a…
MoncrieffWhy is there so much emphasis on learning cursive handwriting?
When the younger kids go back to school in the coming weeks, they will no doubt be taught the skill of cursive writing, but how necessary or important is that…
MoncrieffThe power of the human brain
You have possibly heard the claim that we only use 10% of our brainpower, but how true (or untrue) is that, and what is the potential of the human brain? Ruth…
MoncrieffFour Questions: Becoming an archaeologist!
We’re looking back on the weekend and looking forward to the week ahead through the lens of these four questions: What delighted you over the weekend? What…
MoncrieffShould we have Sundays like the French?
If you’ve ever been to France, you may have noticed that most things are closed on a Sunday, something Ireland used to be known for. Should every day be a…
Moncrieff80th anniversary of ‘A Miracle on Djouce’
On the 12th of August 1946, a Junkers 52 aircraft took off from Paris Le Bourget with a group of French Girl Guides, bound for Dublin on the invitation of the…
MoncrieffThe story behind the barn owl rescued at sea
Seeing an owl out in the wild is rare enough, but one at sea is something you’d never expect. 70 miles off the coast of Norfolk, an exhausted barn owl landed…
Moncrieff‘Headline Newds’: X-Rated Climate Change Advocacy
One of the problems with talking about climate change is that it can be a bit of the same depressing message over and over again. So, how do you make the topic…
MoncrieffThe Michael Collins movie - 30 years on
It is the 30th anniversary of the acclaimed film ‘Michael Collins’. What legacy does it have? Joining Seán to discuss is Writer for Ireland’s Own Mick Jordan…
MoncrieffWhy are so many people trying to watch porn at work?
More than 52,000 attempts to access websites categorised as adult content were blocked by the Stormont Assembly’s network in the past year, according to…
MoncrieffHow does the Heritage Plaque scheme work?
Across Dublin city, plaques remember the achievements and lives of notable figures across all professions, but how does this system actually work? Who decides…
MoncrieffLiving with Alopecia - what is it like?
During the Rose of Tralee this week, the eventual winner talked about having Alopecia, and showcased her collection of weeks. It did demonstrate how the…
MoncrieffDoes society not tolerate women being funny?
Recent controversy over Amanda Knox turning her experience of being wrongly convicted for murder into a comedy show at the Edinburgh Fringe again brings into…
MoncrieffThe ‘Kerry Cow’ debunked - what was it actually?
The remains of the so-called ‘Kerry Cow’, discovered 30 years ago on the Dingle Peninsula, have undergone new analysis with startling results. Joining John…
MoncrieffWhat are the red flags of romcoms?
Romcoms are meant to make us feel good, but what happens when romantic gestures look more like red flags under a modern lens? Stephanie Regan, Clinical…
MoncrieffDoes a sweary boss help motivate workers?
Have you ever had a sweary boss who peppers their language with the odd spicy word here and there? Well, new research shows that how this is received depends…
MoncrieffMoncrieff’s Murder Club: When Colleagues Kill
Every Wednesday, Cassie Delaney will join to tell unusual stories on heinous crimes… This week, Cassie joins guest host John Fardy to discuss cases where…