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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 exactly is a ‘dodgy box’?
A man has been convicted for operating a 'dodgy box' service and was temporarily released so he could shut it down. Joining Seán to discuss what a 'dodgy box'…
MoncrieffDads ‘babysitting’ instead of minding kids - a double standard?
Freelance Journalist Niamh O’Reilly says that ‘Dads don't babysit their kids’. Babysitting is taking care of someone else's child, so why do people commonly…
MoncrieffIs the one hour lunch dead? - Henry McKean asks
Is the hour long lunch break dead and buried? With newer work culture being more and more demanding, do we have the time anymore? Newstalk's Henry McKean asks…
MoncrieffWorld’s most relaxed people gather in Seoul for ‘Space-Out’ competition
This year’s edition of the annual ‘Space Out’ competition took place in Seoul, where over 100 people competed to see who was the most relaxed. But how does…
MoncrieffShould Ireland be as tough on Trump as they are on Israel?
The Irish government has been quite vocal about their condemnation of the actions of Israel over the last few weeks, but have been a little less vocal about…
MoncrieffRobot breaks Rubik’s Cube world record
A robot in Japan has set a new world record for solving a Rubik’s Cube in the fastest time. The Mitsubishi machine solved the puzzle in 0.305 seconds – the…
Moncrieff‘Silent’ hair appointments are becoming popular!
What is a silent hair appointment and why are more and more people looking for salons that offer this? Well, it's what it says on the tin - it’s an appointment…
MoncrieffHow have email signatures evolved?
There was a time when we all simply signed off our emails with our names but this isn’t the case anymore, with an increasing amount of info being loaded onto…
MoncrieffWhat makes for good political canvassing?
As many of you will have noticed when you hear the doorbell ring over the last while, there are currently thousands of canvassers out across the country in…
MoncrieffA new habitable planet has been discovered!
A new habitable planet has been discovered, but how was it found? And what makes it so liveable? Joining Seán to discuss is Larissa Palethorpe, PhD student and…
MoncrieffIrish Ambassador in Israel being treated inappropriately
In response to Ireland’s recognition of Palestine as a state, the Irish ambassador in Israel was made to watch footage of the events of October 7th, while…
MoncrieffWhat is Temu? And why is it so popular?
In just under two years, Temu has become one of the most popular shopping apps in Internet history with close to 100 million users in the EU alone. Joining…
MoncrieffWhy is this Irish village changing its name?
Ballyclerahan, a village in south Tipperary, is to consider formally changing its name to what the community has been colloquially known as for decades –…
MoncrieffWhat do you bring from home on holiday? - Henry McKean asks
There was a story in British media about a man who packed 250 pounds worth of food to bring on his holidays to Spain. Is this insane? Or to some extent, is…
MoncrieffBuilding an electric car in your garden
Many people would like to purchase an EV but considerations such as range and price can be insurmountable obstacles. One man decided to just build his own in…
MoncrieffDealing with turbulence from a pilot’s perspective
With the air turbulence incident on the Doha to Dublin flight over the weekend, what exactly do pilots do to manage a situation like this? Joining Seán to…
MoncrieffWhat is ‘Fagin’s Law’?
Last week new laws criminalising adults who entice or force a child to engage in any form of criminality came into force. The so-called ‘Fagin’s Law’ will make…
MoncrieffThe top dating questions - according to Google
Google recently released their top ‘should’ searches related to dating over the past year, and people have a lot of questions when it comes to dating…
MoncrieffIs the idea of a ‘Country’ still useful?
With Climate change and the threat of AI among the biggest issues facing society at the moment, is the concept of a country still relevant? Dr. Graham Finlay…
MoncrieffIs there a difference in raising boys and girls?
We’ve all heard the expressions ‘boys will be boys’ and ‘girls will be girls’ when rearing children, so how does a child’s gender affect how you parent them?…
MoncrieffCould we have an office in our cars soon?
Imagine a car with a wind turbine or a vehicle designed with a built-in meeting room – sounds like science fiction, right? Yet, these are just a few of the…
MoncrieffCockfighting is on the rise in Ireland
An investigation carried out by Noteworthy, the investigative department of The Journal, has uncovered evidence of illegal cockfighting taking place up and…
MoncrieffWhat are school reunions like in Ireland?
It sounds like a scene straight out of a movie or an episode of Friends: the quintessential high school reunion, a post-education milestone that every American…
MoncrieffApple’s 100 Greatest Albums list - is it good?
Apple Music has released its list of the 100 greatest albums of all time. The top 10 features Beyoncé, Michael Jackson and The Beatles - with The Miseducation…
MoncrieffHave you ever lied for a job? - Henry McKean reports
The TV presenter Angela Scanlon admitted that she lied to the BBC in a job interview- saying that she had plenty of studio experience in Ireland, when that was…
MoncrieffWhat makes a good portrait?
It has been a week of controversy in the world of art with King Charles III’s new official portrait, stirring some conversation with many claiming it looks…
MoncrieffHow does recognising a state work?
Ireland, Norway and Spain have all announced plans to recognise a state of Palestine. But, what is recognizing a state? And how does it work? Scott Lucas is a…
MoncrieffAre Ireland’s new roller coasters worth riding?
Two new roller coasters have just opened in Ireland, promising to thrill and amaze—but do they deliver the excitement that coaster enthusiasts crave? We turned…
MoncrieffScarlett Johansson & ChatGPT voice legal troubles
A furore has developed stateside after OpenAI launched a new iteration of ChatGPT which uses voice technology that seems to resemble that of Scarlett…
MoncrieffShould Dublin Airport destroy old buildings to expand?
As part of the airport’s expansion plans, two original aircraft hangars from the 1940s and the iconic North Terminal, which was used for many VIPs and Heads of…
MoncrieffHow popular is World Goth Day?
Today marks World Goth Day, and you might be surprised to hear that the Goth community has witnessed a resurgence over the past few years… Joining Seán to…
MoncrieffNew beer to be made from sliced pan!
After a successful trial last summer, Wicklow Wolf is now going full steam ahead with its appropriately named ‘Sliced Can’ beer, which uses Brennan’s Bread in…
MoncrieffWhat is Ogham?
It seems that Ogham has made a comeback with it recently showing up in a Coventry Garden, and also on Eurovision entrant Bambie Thug in Sweden. But what…
MoncrieffIt’s been 20 years since ‘Friends’ ended
It’s 20 years since we all waited with bated breath to see if Rachel Greene got off the plane, in the final episode of ‘Friends’. It has gone on to be one of…
MoncrieffIs Cannes’ meat ban a form of virtue signalling?
The Cannes Film Festival recently took place, and to be more sustainable, they banned red meat. However, celebrities still arrived in their private jets. Is…
MoncrieffHow mams are ‘practical’ and dads are ‘craic’
During a recent trip away from the family home, Seán’s guest realised just how different the roles are that are played by mums and dads. But why is one…
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Pets are out and about, but should they be?
More than half of Irish households have a pet. Cats, gerbils and exotic birds make up part of the pet population, but dogs are by far the most "pupular" family…
MoncrieffNew project to make gigs and late night venues safer
Sexual harassment and discrimination on night outs is, unfortunately, a widespread experience that needs to be stopped. Safe Gigs Ireland wants to end this and…
MoncrieffWhy are Irish Defence Forces in South Lebanon?
While war still rages in Gaza, there is a conflict in the north, with Hasbullah and Israel launching rockets at each other - and Irish troops are stuck in the…
MoncrieffAre French Fries the best chip?
Potatoes: the Irish family staple. And with them, there’s so much you can do, especially when it comes to making chips! You can have chunky chips, skinny…
MoncrieffHow is Tidy Towns actually judged?
It’s that time of year again, when local groups across Ireland are busy getting their towns in pristine condition ahead of the Tidy Towns Competition. But…
MoncrieffIs celibacy a new trend?
The dating app Bumble recently went viral for all the wrong reasons because of their newest billboard reading, “You know full well a vow of celibacy is not the…
MoncrieffHow to make a blended family work
Although blended families are now more common, it still has all its challenges. It can take time for each family member to adjust to the new dynamic and can be…
MoncrieffWhat’s the point of a ‘Supercomputer’?
There are computers. And then there are supercomputers. Most normal computers are handy for everyday tasks, however, it’s unlikely they’ll be able to create…
MoncrieffThe history of Glasnevin cemetery
The population of Dublin is roughly the same as the amount of people in Glasnevin Cemetery - which may lead you to think of the stories left dead and buried…
MoncrieffCapturing the memory of a teenage disco
It’s one of the most exciting moments of many young lives, and a new photobook aims to capture the realities of local teenage discos from a teenage girl's…
MoncrieffHow historically accurate is ‘Bridgerton’?
Bridgerton has recently returned for a third season! As they delve into different characters this season with new romances, it can make you wonder how…
MoncrieffWhat’s the appeal of the ‘Mile High Club’?
For many, the mile high club is a bucket list achievement. The club refers to a group of people who have managed to have a romantic rendezvous while in the…
MoncrieffRealising when you have burnout…
Sometimes things can feel like they’re too much and can become completely overwhelming. Emma Gannon had this feeling and was eventually forced to take a career…
MoncrieffIs failure actually good for us?
Rejection and failure can be a bitter pill to swallow but as they say “what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger”. Failure is part of a healthy life journey and…
MoncrieffHas anything changed since ‘Super Size Me’?
20 years ago the documentary ‘Super Size Me’ was released. In it, Morgan Spurlock took part in a social experiment which saw him attempting to eat food from…
Moncrieff‘I spent all my money on a horse!’ - Henry McKean & Communions
The Communion season is upon us... Is it a rite of passage? Or are we all being hypocrites, since many of us won’t bring the child to mass every Sunday?…
MoncrieffWhy is customer support so frustrating?
Sometimes it can feel like a living nightmare trying to talk to a real human being in customer support, you’re either dealing with chat bots, or ridiculous…
MoncrieffWhat does a modern day butler look like?
Butlers are still around, but things are probably quite different these days. Today’s modern day butler duties would resemble those of a personal assistant…
MoncrieffThe Dublin Portal isn’t our first failed monument…
Dublin’s newly opened portal – which offers a two way 24/7 livestream to New York City – has been temporarily turned off after several high profile…
MoncrieffIs the all-in-one streaming service incoming?
Last night, one of the biggest media companies in America announced that they are to offer a new streaming service bundle, which will include Netflix, Apple TV…
MoncrieffHow to navigate the drama with group chats
Group chats can be a place of entertainment which brings people together, but it can also be a stomping ground for snarky comments and division. From school…
MoncrieffShelbourne celebrate 250-year lease for Tolka Park!
Dublin City Council has granted Shelbourne a 250-year lease for Tolka Park. The League of Ireland club has faced an anxious future over their permanent home…
MoncrieffDid the first pig kidney transplant work?
Richard Slayman, the man who received the first ever pig kidney transplant has died 2 months after the operation although doctors say his death was not a…
MoncrieffIs the age of carpet dying out?
Dyson has launched a brand-new product - a £600 electric mop. As more and more people shift away from carpets and move towards wooden and tiled floors is…