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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
MoncrieffDublin Bus drivers tired of being controlled
Dublin Bus drivers and Dublin Bus are not getting along at the moment. Drivers often find themselves ahead of schedule, and are told to pull over and wait…
MoncrieffMan builds world’s smallest home!
A man in West Virginia is now seeking Guinness World Record recognition for having built what he believes is the world’s tiniest home. But, just how small are…
MoncrieffWhat is the ‘Knitting Map’?
An enormous piece of knitting, measuring the size of a tennis court, was first woven almost 20 years ago by women in Cork. Now this giant fabric has found a…
Moncrieff100th anniversary of the Boundary Commission
This week marks the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the Boundary Commission, set up to determine exactly where the border should lie between Northern…
MoncrieffMaking paintings with boxing gloves
Paint Punch is a unique community-focused, youth arts programme started in Limerick which has seen young people create impressive works of art by punching…
MoncrieffWhy AI customer service can be a nightmare
While AI can be useful in many ways, is there anything worse than having a goods or services issue, and being faced with the dreaded virtual customer service…
MoncrieffMan creates art of the Beatles using only screws!
A British artist has used tens of thousands of screws to create a striking portrait of the Beatles. But how did he do it? Joining Seán to discuss is the…
MoncrieffChildren want to spend less time on phones - but can’t
Phones have become so pervasive in society that children are now wanting to spend less time on them, but are unsure of how to do that. Joining Seán to discuss…
MoncrieffWould Donald Trump end the Paris Agreement again?
If Donald Trump wins the presidency tomorrow, could he take the US out of the Paris Agreement for a second time, and if so, what effect would this have on the…
MoncrieffWhy Éamon De Valera became a Native American Chieftain
The American-born Irish statesman and political leader Éamon De Valera is known for many things, not least his important role in the 1916 rising. However, on…
MoncrieffWhen do we become grumpy? - Henry McKean Asks
Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin has been described as a ‘grumpy old man’ in off-the-record briefings from Fine Gael. Is this a fair thing to call someone? Is…
MoncrieffTesting the ‘Infinite Monkey Theorem’
The ‘Infinite Monkey Theorem’ holds that a randomly typing primate would eventually write out the complete works of Shakespeare, but now a scientific study has…
MoncrieffThe biggest words of the year
It’s that time of year again, where Collin’s English Dictionary picks their word of the year. And (pretend to be surprised!), this year's winner is ‘Brat’…
MoncrieffWhy we should ‘tell the bees’
When big events happen in our lives, it’s natural that we tell the people closest to us. However, what if those closest to us aren’t human? The tradition of…
MoncrieffAre you wearing the wrong shoe size?
More than one in three adults aren’t wearing the right size shoes, according to a study in the UK. The research also found 28 per cent of people weren’t aware…
MoncrieffHow to test wine in a restaurant
Often in a restaurant, diners will find themselves being asked to taste the wine before the full pour takes place. While this can be intimidating for some…
MoncrieffWhat is EFT - and how does it work?
This week, journalist Naula Woulfe wrote a piece in the Irish Independent about how she used EFT to kick the habit of biting her nails, which she had been…
MoncrieffWhat is happening in Sudan?
Sudan now represents the largest displacement crisis in the world with more than 11 million people internally displaced and almost 3.2 million people who have…
Moncrieff50th anniversary of Ireland Vs the USSR
It was 50 years ago today that the USSR football team came in from the cold and played Ireland in a historic showdown at Dalymount Park. Joining Seán to…
MoncrieffHow to carve pumpkins like a pro!
For over 15 years, Dublin man Mark McNamara has turned pumpkin carving into a true art form, creating one-of-a-kind designs that have captured the attention of…
MoncrieffIs reincarnation actually real?
A new podcast explores the extraordinary story of John Pollock, a British man who became convinced that his twin daughters were reincarnated from previous…
MoncrieffAre we in a golden age of airplane food?
Have you ever had a good meal on an airplane? Whether or not you have, apparently, we may be in a golden age for it! To discuss, Seán is joined by Melanie May…
MoncrieffHow sitting can cause erectile dysfunction
Here’s a health tip that might make you shift in your seat. Did you know that hours of slouching at your desk can impact more than just your posture? Dr. Jeff…
MoncrieffCould a 3rd party candidate decide the US election?
With just a week to go before Election Day, the race between Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump is neck-and-neck. But, in a contest this close…
MoncrieffWhat is rudeness? - Henry McKean Asks
When are we being rude? Does rudeness have a particular scale, or does it depend on how sensitive someone is to that rudeness? Newstalk’s Henry McKean has been…
MoncrieffGetting the most out of your petrol tank
Have you ever been too lazy to pull into a petrol station, or wondered how long you actually have in the tank? Well, apparently there are some hacks that could…
MoncrieffIs it hard to say ‘I love you’?
What do the words "I love you" really mean? For some, they come easily, shaped by a childhood of open affection; for others, they’re harder to say, perhaps…
MoncrieffKeith Barry on his hypnotic new book!
A world-renowned mentalist, entertainer and subconscious mind specialist, Keith Barry needs no introductions. In his new book ‘Sleep Hacks', he unveils his…
MoncrieffCould we see drone deliveries soon?
Dublin City Council has already been using drones for the last five years, but soon, unmanned drones could be perched on rooftops across Dublin ready to make…
MoncrieffTranslating Taylor Swift’s songs into Irish
As part of this year’s IMRAM Irish-Language Literature festival, one particular event seeks to translate songs from two of Taylor Swift’s pandemic albums. But…
MoncrieffWhat impact does a marathon have on your body?
Over 20,000 people will take part in the Dublin Marathon this weekend, with some achieving a lifelong goal to do it. While it’s a huge achievement, what impact…
MoncrieffNew investigation into the dark money of Opus Dei
A new investigation into the financial activities of Opus Dei shines a light on an organisation which has traditionally operated in the shadows… Joining Seán…
MoncrieffHow was a new Bram Stoker story discovered?
A story written by Bram Stoker in the 1890s will feature at this weekend’s Dublin City Council Bram Stoker Festival. But, how exactly did it come to light?…
MoncrieffCan a criminal run for election?
Controversy is brewing as Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch, a notorious figure in Irish crime, is considering running as an independent candidate in Dublin Central's…
MoncrieffHow autism assistance dogs are trained
Last week, the latest set of autism assistance dogs graduated from their training school. These dogs can prove essential in so many aspects of the autistic…
MoncrieffWhat makes Excel so special?
When Bill Gates set his coders to work on Microsoft Excel, his ambition was to woo the world’s accountants. 40 years on, and it’s now being used for everything…
MoncrieffHow electroconvulsive therapy helps depression
A headset, which zaps the brains of people suffering from depression, was able to improve symptoms in over 64% of the patients involved in the trial. This…
MoncrieffHow much money should you be saving?
A recent survey by Capital Credit Union reveals that one in ten Irish adults have no savings, while 65% have less than €5,000 set aside for emergencies…
MoncrieffThe life of a tour photographer
You might love looking at pictures of your favourite artists performing on stage, but did you ever wonder what it’s like to be the person behind the camera?…
MoncrieffCampaign to get PGI status for boxty
Boxty is an Irish potato favourite, but a campaign is gathering speed to secure Protected Geographical Indication status for its home in the northwest of the…
MoncrieffWatching TV together: a lost experience?
While communal television viewing was part and parcel of several generations of Irish children, the same cannot be said of today, where streaming, the…
MoncrieffHow to properly talk to someone with a stutter
Tomorrow marks International Stuttering Awareness Day. It is believed that about 50,000 people in Ireland currently have a stutter, but is there a right way…
MoncrieffResidents of Wexford coast fighting erosion
The people of Seaview near Kilmore in Wexford have been watching the coast encroach on their homes over the past five years. They’ve been allocated over…
MoncrieffWhy do sick people come into the office?
Despite the experiences of a global pandemic, many people continue to insist on coming into the office when they’re sick. So, is this a valiant and impressive…
MoncrieffDo you like being alone? - Henry McKean Asks
Britney Spears has announced that she's married again... to herself. The singer posted a video on social media wearing a white dress and veil, while carrying a…
MoncrieffIs the Victoria Secret Fashion Show necessary?
After a six-year hiatus, the Victoria Secret Fashion show returned this week. It has faced massive controversy in the past for glamourising weight loss and…
MoncrieffWhat are the worst driving habits?
According to a new survey, aggressive car beeping has become more common, as well as offensive hand gestures and giving out, but why is this? And what are our…
MoncrieffEmu is raised by chicken named Nugget in ‘Birdworld’
Over in the UK, an emu that was abandoned by her parents has been raised by a chicken, named Nugget. But, how does that work? Joining Seán to discuss is Polly…
MoncrieffMick Barry breaks rules by bringing prop into Dáil chamber
Earlier this week, the TD Mick Barry produced a bottle of tap water in the Dáil chamber in order to support an argument he was making. But, what exactly are…
MoncrieffHow to calm your pets during fireworks
Many pet owners get concerned at this time of the year about what is the best way to shield their dogs from exploding fireworks. One expert believes that…
MoncrieffControversy takes over the world of conkers
The world of competitive conkers erupted in controversy after questions were raised about the integrity of a conker belonging to the winner of the annual…
MoncrieffHow hard is it to have a ‘bromance’? - Henry McKean Asks
Writing in the Irish Examiner, Bernard O’Shea claims that bromances are “tighter than your jeans after Christmas dinner”. How true is this? And how hard are…
MoncrieffUsing ‘Baby Loss Photography’ to remember
This week is Baby Loss Awareness week. One charity is paving the way for families to remember their babies through the gift of photography. Joining Seán to…
MoncrieffNorth Korea destroys roads to the South
In a significant escalation of tensions between North and South Korea, some of the historic roads that used to connect the two parts of the country, divided…
MoncrieffHow to properly do CPR
Today is World Restart a Heart Day. Figures show that well over 200 lives were saved last year because someone started CPR. So, joining Seán to discuss how to…
MoncrieffHugs: quality over quantity?
While many people will describe themselves as huggers, is the quality of a hug more important than the hug itself? Céire Sadlier, a contributor to the Irish…
MoncrieffHow often should you clean the kettle?
You probably never give a second thought to cleaning our kettle. Boiling water kills all the bacteria anyway, right? Well, apparently not! Joining Seán to…
MoncrieffEmpty Dutch prisons are becoming cinemas
The Dutch prison population has fallen by more than 40% recently, to the point where they are closing some facilities down as prisons, and turning them into…
MoncrieffThree-armed robot conductor leads concert!
A world first took place recently as a three-armed robot conductor carried out its duties at a special classical music concert in Germany. Joining Seán to…
MoncrieffWhy midwives should be celebrated
An exhibition celebrating the contribution of community midwives in early 20th century Ireland has opened at the Museum of Country Life in Co Mayo. The…