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Moncrieff
The daily dose of madness and intrigue from Sean Moncrieff and his rebel radio crew.
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MoncrieffWhat is a ‘deconstructed wedding’?
Rather than having ‘the big day’ be, well, one day - should a wedding be spread among multiple dates? This is called a ‘deconstructed wedding’, and it's…
MoncrieffShould SUVs be banned in city centres? - Henry McKean Asks
A new motion in Paris proposes to ban SUVs from the city - should we be doing the same? Newstalk’s Henry McKean has been out asking the public, and joins guest…
MoncrieffAre men bad conversationalists?
Ever gone on a date where the guy just keeps talking about his gym routine, and you're left wondering if he even knows how to ask a question? Well, you're not…
MoncrieffScientists create the world’s thinnest pasta!
Until now, the world’s thinnest pasta has been made in a village in Sardinia, the so-called ‘Threads of God’ pasta. But now, a crowd of scientists in London…
MoncrieffGetting a pilot’s licence before your driving licence
Few people have a licence of any description in their early teens, and even fewer have their whole career mapped out before reaching the age of 18. 16 year old…
MoncrieffWhat makes this Christmas song so popular?
It’s that time of year again! Whether in a bustling shopping centre, a cosy office party, or you’re listening to your favourite festive playlist, one song…
MoncrieffHow bad is the smog in New Delhi?
Restrictions on the movement of vehicles and people have been tightened in Delhi as a toxic smog envelopes the Indian capital. A respiratory Doctor in India…
MoncrieffThe Spanish Armada’s relationship with Ireland
The Spanish Armada, while often remembered as a clash between England and Spain, had its impact stretched far beyond the English Channel, leaving a lasting…
MoncrieffThe strange story behind ‘Housewife of the Year’
A new documentary film, opening in Irish cinemas tomorrow, explores the bizarre story of a curious national television contest called ‘Housewife of the Year’…
MoncrieffHow long should you sit on the toilet? - Henry McKean Asks
Apparently, there is a recommended amount of time you should be spending on a toilet. Are there issues with sitting on the loo for too long? And what’s the…
MoncrieffHow people stand out when canvassing
How do you make yourself stand out from the crowd when canvassing for an election? With so many candidates on the ballot paper, you have to create a perception…
MoncrieffRecreating Richard III’s voice
While the remains of Richard III were discovered back in 2012 under a car park in Leicester, a new part of the project has tried to recreate his voice, with…
MoncrieffNavigating divorce after 50
Divorce after 50 is on the rise, and it can drastically change your retirement plans. With fewer working years left, declining pensions and assets like your…
MoncrieffWhy we need more female tradespeople
‘There is a screaming need for lots more female tradespeople’ - that’s according to Freelance Journalist Áilín Quinlan, who recently made the point that more…
MoncrieffHow often do earthquakes happen in Ireland?
A small earthquake was recorded in Cork yesterday. This was a very rare occurrence, with most taking place in Wexford and Donegal. Joining Seán to discuss this…
MoncrieffWhat is ‘demisexuality’?
In last night’s I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!, N-Dubz star and former XFactor Judge, Tulisa Contostavlos opened up about being demisexual, shedding…
MoncrieffCan ‘manifesting’ be harmful?
Cambridge Dictionary has named ‘manifest’ its word of the year for 2024. But can the concept of willing your desires into reality be harmful? Joining Seán to…
MoncrieffThe dating app made for vegans
‘Veggly’ is a dating app made specifically for vegans, but is it necessary? Can vegans and meat eaters not get along? Joining Seán to discuss is Becky Jenkins…
MoncrieffWho should be able to vote for Ireland’s President?
When Sinn Féin published their manifesto today, one part pledged to hold a referendum on extending voting rights for the President of Ireland to citizens in…
MoncrieffShould parents coach their child’s sports team?
While many parents enjoy yelling tactics and strategy from the sidelines, very few decide to don the whistle and clipboard and take the reins for themselves…
MoncrieffHaving regrets after cosmetic surgery
Cosmetic procedures, once the exclusive indulgence of the rich and famous, have now become mainstream, with treatments like lip fillers and Botox as common as…
MoncrieffKids are losing their sense of direction
As so many kids now possess a smartphone, and therefore have access to Google Maps, have they lost their sense of direction, and why is that a problem? Joining…
MoncrieffIs the Gaeltacht in danger?
A lack of affordable housing in a Meath Gaeltacht is ‘preventing Irish speakers from staying’, that’s the call from local residents who fear that without…
MoncrieffHow a wrestling organisation is making God cool again
The Church of England is struggling with dwindling congregations, but a wrestling charity is putting on matches with prayer and worship to buck the trend…
MoncrieffWhy Christmas is a hotbed for STIs
It’s the season of joy, celebration, and a sharp rise in sexually transmitted infections across Ireland! Public health officials are urging partygoers to…
MoncrieffWill we eventually have pet robot dogs?
A robot dog named ‘Spot’ has been spotted patrolling the perimeter of President-elect Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida. Passers-by are…
MoncrieffFraudulent honey becoming an issue for consumers
Recent studies in both the EU and the UK have shown an alarming amount of honey on supermarket shelves to be inauthentic, sometimes being bulked out with…
MoncrieffWhat canvassing is like - Henry McKean Reports
Henry has been out in the Dublin Bay North constituency following around those canvassing vying for the 5 seats up for grabs. How does it work, and what are…
MoncrieffHow the Endurance was found
The wreck of Endurance, the ship crewed by Ernest Shackleton and Irish seamen including Kerry's Tom Crean and Cork man Timothy McCarthy, was thought lost…
MoncrieffCould a cure for hangovers actually exist?
A potential cure for hangovers is on the horizon. Scientists have developed a pill that, taken before drinking, could prevent hangover symptoms by converting…
MoncrieffDo you always wash your hands? - Henry McKean Asks
Donald Trump has named Pete Hegseth as his Secretary of Defense, someone who has admitted to not washing his hands... How often do you wash yours? Henry McKean…
MoncrieffBook publisher to use AI for translations
A publisher in the Netherlands has sparked controversy after announcing that it will use AI to translate its commercial fiction division, but can AI replace…
MoncrieffShould we have a ‘Department of Government Efficiency’?
In the build up to the General Election, questions are swirling around accountability in public spending, with projects like the €1.4 million Dáil bike shed…
MoncrieffWhat India and Ireland have in common
Ireland and India may seem far apart in terms of culture, language and tradition, but Seán’s guest says otherwise. There are, in fact, remarkable similarities…
MoncrieffHow is ‘astrophotography’ done?
This weekend at Dublin’s Art Source fair, Astrophotographer Tom O’Donoghue brings the wonders of deep space to Earth. After a career change in 2008, Tom began…
MoncrieffDo hospitals need to be more climate conscious?
Hospitals are famously wasteful places, with many things necessarily being thrown out. In fact, 20% of medical care is waste, from plastic biohazard buckets to…
MoncrieffExtremely rare bird still found to be in Ireland
According to a new survey carried out in the southeast of the country, evidence has now been produced that one of Ireland’s most elusive birds, the nocturnal…
MoncrieffHow ‘Indiana Stones’ is bringing back stone lifting
David Keohan, also known as ‘Indiana Stones’, is reviving the ancient tradition of stone lifting in Ireland. A hobby he got into during lockdown has now…
MoncrieffWhy are young men unhappy?
We live in a society where the term ‘high value man’ is flung around. But, what is a high value man? And what happens to men when they can’t live up to this…
MoncrieffWhat is ‘ticker tape synesthesia’?
Ticker tape synesthesia is a cognitive state in which those who experience it can actually see the words being spoken to them. But, how does it work? Joining…
MoncrieffGreen Party pledge to subsidise appliance repair costs
Over the last couple of decades, it has become increasingly difficult to get basic household appliances fixed, with the old adage ‘it would be cheaper to buy a…
MoncrieffThe strangest inventions ever made
National Science Week, and in that spirit, what are the world’s most weird and wonderful inventions? Joining Seán to discuss her top picks is Director of…
MoncrieffHow does Ireland’s bomb squad work?
On Friday, the Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit was called out to Ballymun to carry out a controlled explosion. But,how exactly does this unit operate…
MoncrieffWhy do we overshare?
Ever caught yourself sharing way too much with someone you barely know and afterwards think, ‘why the hell did I just do that?’ While it can feel good to open…
MoncrieffDo you believe in luck? - Henry McKean Asks
Are some of us just more lucky in life compared to others? Can you make your own luck and twist it to your advantage, or is it something you are born with?…
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The story behind the world’s biggest streaker
While most people have witnessed the odd streaker here or there, either at a match or watching at home on TV, what is it like to actually do this on a regular…
MoncrieffVet performs surgery and saves goldfish
A vet has dramatically saved a family's 17-year-old goldfish after he was struck down by a killer tumour. Emer O’Reilly from MyVet Lucan carried out a rare and…
MoncrieffThe biggest box office flops in history
When Hollywood spends big bucks on a movie, it expects a decent return. But, what happens when a movie flops? Joining Seán to discuss is Tim Robey, Film critic…
MoncrieffIvan Yates on what to expect from Election 2024
Taoiseach Simon Harris has officially kicked off the next General Election today, dissolving the Dáil. With voting set to take place on November 29th, Ivan…
MoncrieffThe words Ireland contributed to English
Did you know that the Irish gave the world the submarine, the ejector seat and of course, Guinness? But, we’ve also given the English language hundreds more…
MoncrieffPaul Mescal Lookalike Competition - Henry McKean Reports
The Irish premiere for ‘Gladiator 2’ is happening tonight in Dublin, and beforehand, a much more important event took place: the Paul Mescal Lookalike…
MoncrieffHow to dry your clothes in the winter
A Twitter user yesterday posted a picture of their laundry hanging out in the garden, asking the question: “It isn't raining, but it is a damp day. Does…
MoncrieffWhat is a ‘sperm donor party’?
As a society, we’ve really taken to celebrating all of life’s milestones, from baby showers to gender reveals, and now: sperm donor parties… Freelance…
MoncrieffHow to manage and know your allergies
A 56-year-old man has died after suffering what is believed to be an allergic reaction to wasp stings. Michael Sheehan was cutting a hedge with friends at his…
MoncrieffAre kids reading enough today?
A new survey in the UK has found that kids are now reading in record low numbers, but is the situation in Ireland different? Joining Seán to discuss is…
MoncrieffWhat’s behind recent concert injuries?
With both Chris Martin from Coldplay and Olivia Rodrigo both falling through the stage in recent weeks, what is causing a spate of mishaps in live touring, and…
MoncrieffWhat is visiting Antarctica like?
Visiting Antarctica is something that not many people get to experience, but when Seán’s guest got the opportunity to do so, she was intrigued by the prospect…
MoncrieffThe biggest food faux pas
In a new survey, things such as double dipping and leaving dishes in the sink overnight are some of people's pet peeves in the kitchen. Joining Seán to discuss…
MoncrieffShould we boo ‘God Save the King’?
The FAI has been fined €10,000 after fans booed ‘God Save the King’ before Ireland’s Nations League match against England at the Aviva Stadium in September…
MoncrieffSmart home devices are spying on you - should you care?
A new survey from Which? Magazine shows that some smart home devices are engaged in excessive surveillance, but should you be worried? Joining Seán to untangle…