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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 life is like for an Irishman in Israel
You may take it for granted that Ireland's news media is able to portray the horrors taking place in Gaza, but that is certainly not the case in Israel. So…
MoncrieffShould you eat burgers with a knife and fork?
An ex-butler to King Charles has caused consternation by suggesting that a burger should be eaten using a knife and fork. But, what exactly is the correct way…
MoncrieffNadia Adan’s incredible success story
Seán’s guest came to Ireland from Somalia at just seven years old with nothing but clothes on her back. Two decades later, she owns Ashford Motors, a…
MoncrieffWhat is ‘past-life regression’ therapy?
Have you ever struggled to get over an ex? Well, there may be an option for you: past-life regression therapy, an intriguing method some believe reveals hidden…
MoncrieffThe art of storytelling
Pop superstar Kylie Minogue was chosen to read the CBeebies Bedtime Story, which will air on Friday night. It might make you think of the art of story reading…
MoncrieffWhat are the hardest Irish names to pronounce?
A recent study in the UK found that people there had the greatest difficulty in pronouncing certain Irish names. Apparently, the hardest name of all to…
MoncrieffAmerican Vs Irish Humour - Henry McKean Reports
With the 50th anniversary of American comedy show Saturday Night Live ongoing, there must be something to it to stay on the air for so long. So, when looking…
MoncrieffLatest Loch Ness sighting - is it real?
Stories and sightings of the Loch Ness monster have been around for hundreds of years, but the latest contact may prove that it does in fact exist… Loch Ness…
MoncrieffHit show ‘The Traitors’ to get Irish version
An Irish adaptation of the global hit reality competition series, ‘The Traitors’ will soon be hitting our screens. Casting has now opened for the show, but…
MoncrieffWhat makes the perfect face?
According to a UK-based plastic surgeon using the ancient Greek ‘Golden Ratio of Beauty’, the world’s most handsome men have been ranked. Topping the list is…
MoncrieffWhat is the best type of curry?
Spice lovers rejoice: it’s National Curry Week! Whether you like it hot or shy away from spice, there’s an option for you. Chef and Founder of Green Saffron…
MoncrieffIs having good posture that important?
A poll of 2,000 adults found that 6 in 10 office workers blame their bad posture on tech gadgets. In this modern world, the sedentary lifestyle doesn’t exactly…
MoncrieffWhat is ‘slow travel’?
When we visit a new place, we can often become consumed with seeing all it has to offer. But, do we really stop to soak up the culture, experience the language…
MoncrieffWimbledon umpires to be replaced by AI
Hundreds of umpires are set to be out of a job. It follows a decision by Wimbledon to replace them with new AI technology. Seán is joined by Hebe Lawson…
MoncrieffThe history of Italian chippers in Ireland
It’s hard to walk down a main street in Ireland without seeing an Italian chipper. They are a staple of Irish culture. But, did you know that they are also a…
MoncrieffIs twin telepathy real?
Twins often say that they can read each other's minds, or can sense when the other is in danger. However, is there any real scientific evidence to back this…
MoncrieffWhat is the meaning of art?
A Dutch museum has recovered an artwork that looks like two empty beer cans, after a staff member accidentally threw it in the rubbish bin thinking it was…
MoncrieffMeet Ireland’s only mink-detection dog
Some sniffer dogs uncover drugs, and others recover missing people, but Lorg - a three-year-old labrador retriever, is Ireland’s only mink-detection dog. Seán…
MoncrieffDoes Google have an ‘illegal monopoly’?
US officials have confirmed they are considering breaking up Google's "illegal monopoly" of internet searches. Joining Seán to discuss the implications of this…
MoncrieffLife after the Irish Defence Forces
For many in the Defence Forces, their job is a vocation. They live a life less ordinary than most, yet one of order, discipline and battle. This type of career…
MoncrieffWhat does it mean to be a ‘stoic’?
Ryan Holiday will be speaking in the Dublin Convention Centre on a philosophy that is over two and a half thousand years old: stoicism. But, what exactly is…
MoncrieffShane McGowan mural unveiled in Tipperary
A mural of the late Shane McGowan was revealed in Tipperary over the weekend. Mural Artist, Neil O’Dwyer, is behind the new piece, and Seán to discuss the…
MoncrieffFirst Mormon Temple to open in Ireland
The first Mormon Temple in Ireland has been given the green light for construction following an announcement by the leader of the Church of Jesus Christ Latter…
Moncrieff31-year-old treasure hunt comes to an end
‘On The Trail Of The Golden Owl’, a book of riddles published in 1993, contained 11 clues, and a hidden 12th one - leading treasure hunters to search for the…
MoncrieffHow to acknowledge disappointment
From an early age, we are told to be positive and look on the bright side of life. After all, with all the hunger and suffering in the world we should be…
MoncrieffThe problem with potholes
A survey in the UK has found that AA was called out to almost half a million breakdowns caused by potholes in the first nine months of this year… So, how do…
MoncrieffAre solar farms viable now?
Michael O’Leary has invested just over €140,000 installing solar panels and 90kW of batteries at his 2,000-acre home in Gigginstown, Co. Westmeath. It comes…
MoncrieffShould animals have political representation?
This Thursday, a Philosopher named Pablo Fernandez will give a talk in Trinity College about how animals should be given a voice through elected…
MoncrieffHow do earworms actually work?
Kristen Bell has apologised to parents for getting ‘Let It Go’ from ‘Frozen’ “stuck in their head”. It is one of the most popular earworms in the world. But…
MoncrieffIs maximalism making a comeback?
Whitewashed walls and grey couches could soon be a thing of the past. Pink walls and green curtains are making a comeback. According to the experts, maximalism…
MoncrieffIs there an afterlife? - Henry McKean Asks
Actor Al Pacino recently revealed that he was so sick with covid in 2020, that his pulse stopped for multiple minutes. When he was revived, he didn’t see…
MoncrieffWhat it’s like flying the UK’s first electric airplane
While most vehicles, from cars to buses, are progressively going electric, one area remains sluggish to change: airplanes. Seán’s guest did a test flight in…
Moncrieff100,000 undiscovered plant species still left - how?
A new botanical study has suggested there are still over 100,000 undiscovered plant species in the world, mostly concentrated in so-called ‘dark spots’. But…
MoncrieffCelebrating 20 years of Desperate Housewives!
20 years ago this week, Desperate Housewives premiered on ABC in America. It went on to become the number 1 TV show in the USA, and lasted for 8 seasons…
MoncrieffThe most obscure potato recipes to try
It’s National Potato Day! Joining Seán to talk about the most obscure things you can do with this country’s prized vegetable is Chef Jack O’Keeffe.
MoncrieffWhen do method actors stop acting?
When method actors take on a role, they live with the character they are portraying. But, when filming ends - how long do they continue being that character…
MoncrieffWhat is the annual Deer Rut Watch?
It’s Rut Season, and that means the male deer of the country are gearing up for a big October. But, why is this such a spectacle, and why are there watch…
MoncrieffThe full story behind Rock Shandy’s invention
It is a very nostalgic Irish drink that people will remember fondly from their childhood but the pub where the Rock Shandy was invented now features the full…
MoncrieffWhat is ‘Emophilia’?
You have probably fallen in love - maybe more than once! However, there are some who fall in love so often, it can become problematic: it's called 'Emophilia'…
MoncrieffAre you posh? - Henry McKean Asks
What does it mean to be posh? Is it as simple as washing your hands more than once a day? Or do you have to drink tea with a pinky out? Henry McKean has been…
MoncrieffWhat is the ‘Joint Standoff Weapon’?
As part of Joe Biden’s massive financial and weapons package for Ukraine, one particular munition stands out for its longer-range capabilities. It’s called the…
MoncrieffGermany’s strange relationship with cannabis
Germany legalised the use of cannabis six months ago by introducing a so-called ‘club model’. But, due to classic German red tape issues, movement has been…
MoncrieffWhat are your ‘sleep crutches’?
Do you go to sleep to the sound of waves crashing against rocks? Or does the sound of a river flowing help you drift off? Well, you’re not alone! New research…
MoncrieffThe ethical porn site for women
A British erotica website aims to deliver ethically made pornography with the female consumer in mind, offering itself as the antithesis of mass-produced…
MoncrieffWhy was a fake mountain built in Shanghai?
While the Chinese are well known for their construction mega projects, a new installation in Shanghai called Twin Hills is literally an artificial mountain…
MoncrieffShould the Church allow weddings outside of churches?
A new study from the Iona Institute finds that people are opting less and less for a Church wedding. But, one of the report’s recommendations is for the Church…
MoncrieffCan you separate the art from the artist?
A new play in London explores the darker side to beloved children’s author Roald Dahl and his antisemitism. It begs the question: can you separate the art from…
MoncrieffNo Irish on number plates - why?
The regulations for number plates on cars state that the county on the plate should be shown in Irish, but that seems to be disappearing. So, what's going on?…
MoncrieffWhat was your first date like? - Henry McKean Asks
Melania Trump has revealed that on her first date with Donald Trump, he took her on an hour and half car ride on to view a property. Combining business and…
MoncrieffWhy squeezing your exercise into the weekend works
If exercise takes a back seat in the working week, don’t worry! Cramming the recommended amount of physical activity into the weekend still has significant…
MoncrieffThe most expensive duvets in the world!
If you want a good duvet - a very good duvet - the company Novegr is selling ones for up to 30 grand! How can they be so expensive? Their CEO, Nils Stemen…
MoncrieffHow to manage sex with an age gap
Yesterday, Catherine Zeta Jones posted a naked picture on Instagram. She claimed that it was difficult to know what to get Michael Douglas after 25 years of…
MoncrieffDomino’s dip going for thousands on eBay - why?
When Domino's Pizza recalled their famous garlic and herb dip in the UK recently, it sent consumers into a frenzy of panic. Now, secondhand dips are going for…
MoncrieffHow to avoid poisonous mushrooms
The months of September and October are mushroom season. With thousands of wild species in Ireland, how can we tell which are poisonous, hallucinogenic or…
MoncrieffWhy is Trump’s face so orange?
While some commentators have suggested that Donald Trump’s face reached peak tan in 2020, his complexion remains bafflingly orange. We have asked an expert to…
MoncrieffDo pets make better companions than people?
Pets make better companions than people! That’s according to Pete Wedderburn, aka Pete the Vet, who also says that although our pets may not love us, in the…
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‘Vampire’ children found buried in Poland
Workers renovating a fence wall near a historical cathedral in Poland have found the remains of two medieval children, one of whom had signs of a supposed…
MoncrieffHow do you write a love song? - Henry McKean Asks
When you want to write a love song (or any song for that matter), how do you dig into that emotional side and put it on the page? And more importantly, make it…
MoncrieffIs this the world’s largest pumpkin?
As the competitive pumpkin growing community gears up for Halloween, one man in England believes that his might be the biggest ever. Joining Seán to discuss is…
MoncrieffWho are ‘the Irish’?
In today’s Ireland, the far right demands a pure “Irishness”, but our island’s story has long been interwoven with other ethnicities and diasporas. Dr Maurice…