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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 safe is the content in your phone?
Digital driving licences are set to be introduced later this year. The new driving licence will be conveniently kept in the wallet app on your phone. Although…
MoncrieffHow do you plan for your death?
You might not think about it a lot, but death is one of two certainties in life. So, what do you want to happen to your body when the time comes? Stefanie…
MoncrieffWho was Roger Corman?
A legend of cult cinema, who played a part in launching the careers of Martin Scorsese, Francis Ford Coppola, James Cameron has died. His name is Roger Corman…
MoncrieffWhat living with hypochondria is like…
In recent years mental health problems have become widely accepted and understood yet hypochondria is “still the one that we’re allowed to laugh at” , says…
MoncrieffWhat exactly is ‘Sleep Tourism’?
With more awareness about the importance of sleep, travellers are looking for hotels that can offer some good quality shut eye. From pillow menus to €15,000…
MoncrieffWhy do we collect things?
Coins, watches, stamps and fridge magnets are just a few of the many popular items people collect but why do we ‘collect’ items? And what makes someone a…
MoncrieffUpcoming Elections: How does the voting process work?
As local and European elections are looming people are being urged to register and vote. Although the registration process has gotten easier in recent years…
MoncrieffThe history of red lipstick
Sean talked to Faye Keegan, a writer, about the fascinating history of red lipstick. Over the centuries, the meaning of wearing it has evolved…
MoncrieffAre you afraid of fairy forts?
The stories of the fairy forts and trees date back centuries; it is said that if you tamper with the fairies, bad luck will follow you around, but why do they…
MoncrieffHow to swear in Swedish
Newstalk Reporter Henry McKean asks locals in Malmo how to say all sorts of bad words in Swedish.
MoncrieffWhat stories do costumes convey on screen?
The Iconic Costumes of the Irish Silver Screen exhibition has recently opened at the Newbridge Silverware Museum of Style Icons. The exhibition features…
MoncrieffHow brands hook you with scents
How important is our sense of smell in our day-to-day lives? Very important it turns out. More and more brands are following in the footsteps of Abercrombie &…
MoncrieffIreland gets its own Amazon
Amazon has announced the launch of its new online Irish store, which will open next year. Amazon.ie will include over 100 million products and will feature…
MoncrieffWhat makes a good election poster?
Election season is upon us, as you will have seen by the posters that are being erected across the country at the moment. But what makes a good election…
MoncrieffControversy in Malmö: Israel gets booed
Newstalk reporter Henry McKean travels to Malmö and speaks with Sean about the reactions surrounding Israel's controversial participation in this year's…
Moncrieff"Do we know if he had a blue tooth?" The viking namesake behind wireless tech Bluetooth
It may be surprising to some that the namesake and symbol of wireless technology Bluetooth was inspired by a real viking. But how did the Nordic warrior become…
MoncrieffIs it normal to have a relationship with your stalker?
Netflix’s Baby Reindeer follows the true story of comedian Richard Gadd’s dysfunctional relationship with his stalker. But what are the characteristics of a…
Moncrieff"Sheep just want to die on purpose!" Farmers on the impact of losing animals
Jeremy Clarkson's venture into farming has come with some heartbreaking lessons and choices, including sending his beloved Pepper the cow to the abattoir. But…
MoncrieffIs it healthy to look back on old photographs?
Looking back on old photographs can bring on powerful emotions when remembering how much our lives have changed. But is it helpful to reminisce on times gone…
MoncrieffHow to survive this year's wedding season
Wedding season is quickly approaching, but what are the tips and tricks to survive the next few months of festivities? Seán speaks to journalist Édaein…
MoncrieffThe Cuckoo Tracking Project
Cuckoo birds are arriving back in Ireland after their 18,000km round trip migration. But where exactly do they go and what way do they come back? Seán is…
Moncrieff"It was unbelievable" The Hotel Singer Who Opened for a Take That Concert in Glasgow
Daniel Rooney was singing in a hotel in Glasglow when he was told Take That’s Gary Barlow had a gig for him that would “change his life”. With 30 minutes to…
MoncrieffShould a sexual orientation question be added to the census?
The CSO is considering broadening the range of questions for sexuality and gender in the 2027 census. CEO of BeLonGTo Youth Services Moninne Griffith says the…
MoncrieffAround The World: US Teacher Uses AI To Frame Boss of Racism
Jonathan DeBurca Butler takes listeners through the week's international stories...
MoncrieffVisiting the Disgusting Food Museum in Malmö - Henry McKean in Sweden
While visiting Malmö to report on the Eurovision, Newstalk's Henry McKean stopped off at the Disgusting Food Museum to tuck into some stomach churning dishes…
MoncrieffWhat exactly is Padel?
Padel has gained huge popularity recently, celebrities like Roger Federer, David Beckham and Robbie Keane have played Padel and it doesn’t seem to be slowing…
MoncrieffWhere does the Confirmation pledge come from?
The Pledge is a promise that kids make during the Holy Communion process in 5th or 6th class. Confirmation season is here and 90% of the primary schools in the…
MoncrieffGen Z believes 57 is old!
A recent study found that people under 27 think 57 is old. They also believe that retirement is just sitting and pottering around the place. However, the baby…
MoncrieffHow do you spot a narcissist?
John Fardy’s guests are two psychotherapists who specialise in adult children of narcissistic parents. Having met through Instagram a number of years ago…
MoncrieffHow do algorithms actually work?
Curiosity may get the better of us when we are scrolling on social media, maybe we interact with a peculiar-looking video, only for our timeline to be…
MoncrieffThe 50th anniversary of Abba’s Eurovision win!
As we gear up for Eurovision next week, this year marks the 50th anniversary of Abba’s famous 1974 win with ‘Waterloo’. Joining John is Giles Smith, Author of…
Moncrieff‘I am the mother of an only child - by choice.’
Being a parent has become increasingly difficult in today’s society, with many external factors now influencing prospective parents’ decisions on whether or…
Moncrieff‘If I see a number I don’t know, I don’t answer!’ - Henry McKean asks if people answer their phone
One in four young adults have never answered their mobile phone. Henry McKean, who does answer his phone most of the time, joins guest host John Fardy to…
MoncrieffMiriam Rivera and the dark side of reality TV
You may remember the extremely problematic reality show ‘There’s something about Miriam’, where contestants did not know that the woman they were hoping to end…
MoncrieffHow does Ireland’s asylum process work?
Asylum seekers have been moved from tents at the International Protection Office on Mount Street in Dublin’s city centre to State accommodation in Citywest and…
MoncrieffWhy are pee-stained jeans a new fashion trend?
There seems to be a new trend every single day that never fails to shock people. Pee-stained jeans are the latest fashion trend...or disaster. Are these crazy…
MoncrieffIs the hot school meals scheme done well enough?
As the government rolls out the hot school meals scheme to more and more primary schools across the country, is it fit for purpose? Or should it be done in a…
MoncrieffWhen does summer officially begin?
It’s the first of May, and for many people out there – the official start to summer. But for others, it’s all a lie - and summer won’t start until June!…
MoncrieffIrish community in Tel Aviv disappointed by Ireland’s position on conflict
With a small - but significant community of Irish people living in Israel, what are their views on how the Irish government, and Ireland in general, have been…
MoncrieffThe Force flows through West Cork
There’s a new festival in West Cork coming from a galaxy far, far away – you guessed it, the Feel the Force Festival will be celebrating all things Star Wars…
MoncrieffCould wine agriculture take off in Ireland?
With continental European summers getting hotter and drier, is it time for Ireland to step up to the mark and adopt wine agriculture on an industrial scale?…
MoncrieffHow many people actually died in the Civil War?
Despite much scholarship on the subject, there is little agreement on just how many people actually died during the Civil War in 1922 and 1923. However, a new…
MoncrieffKeeping old Irish recipes alive
Passing down recipes from generation to generation is crucial to our culture but it seems that it has faded in recent years, most likely due to finding a…
Moncrieff‘My mother was a dominatrix in Dublin in the 1980s’
Seán’s guest Susan grew up in a unique household in 1980s Dublin, where her mother ruled the roost as a dominatrix, to make a living after falling on hard…
MoncrieffDo we get our personality from our parents?
We’ve all heard the saying ‘like father like son’ but how accurate is that statement? New research has been carried out to investigate how much of our…
MoncrieffThe history of Irish people living in the UK
The Epic Museum in Dublin has put together an exhibit called ‘Look Back to Look Forward: 50 Years of the Irish in Britain’ that collects stories of Irish…
MoncrieffIs zero alcohol Guinness actually good?
In the last year, sales of Guinness 0.0 have surged by nearly 50%, highlighting the increased interest in non-alcoholic drinks in recent years. Joining Seán to…
MoncrieffHow do you split the household chores?
Household chores can be a divisive subject in any relationship, with one person often picking up the slack and subsequent frustration in the process. How do…
MoncrieffUsing bath water to grow your plants - a good idea?
As unpredictable weather and summer droughts increase due to climate change, there is now a growing trend for people to use so-called ‘grey water’, rather than…
MoncrieffShould you always play with your child?
There’s much debate online on whether it’s important to teach your child to play alone and entertain themselves, or whether you should suck it up and play with…
MoncrieffThe world’s first AI beauty pageant! (For some reason)
The world’s first AI beauty pageant has been launched, with over 1000 entries so far. The winners are set to be announced next month. Sally-Ann Fawcett is one…
MoncrieffThis man did wine tastings during the London Marathon
Seán’s guest managed to complete the London Marathon the other day with a little help from an unusual source...wine! Tom Gilbey, a sommelier and wine…
MoncrieffThe incredible power of… Bluey?
Whether you’re a parent of young children or not, you’ve most-likely heard of the children’s cartoon Bluey, which is taking the world by storm! The cartoon has…
MoncrieffDo people still read poetry?
It’s National Poetry Day, and although most of us think that we’ve not interested in poetry or never consume it, you might be wrong... To discuss the world of…
MoncrieffMake-A-Wish Story: Evelyn O’Byrne
Newstalk is partnering with Make-A-Wish Ireland to celebrate Wish Week. Join us all week as we talk to some incredible children and their courageous families…
MoncrieffThe increasing cost of solo travel in Ireland
Despite Ireland seeing an increase in solo travellers year on year, the lack of single occupancy rooms is a massive problem, with hotels generally charging…
MoncrieffWhy are celebrity baby names so weird?
Celebrity baby names have always stirred headlines for their often off-the-wall nature. From Gwenyth Paltrow’s daughter Apple, to Cheryl Cole’s son Bear, it…
MoncrieffLimerick’s first directly elected mayor - how much power will they have?
Limerick is leading a national experiment as the campaign for Ireland's first directly elected mayor is now in full swing. The directly elected mayor model…
MoncrieffWill TikTok be banned in America?
As part of the foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan was passed by the US Senate, Tik Tok has just one year to divest from its Chinese parent…
MoncrieffThis man drove the full length of America on a motorbike
When this guest retired, he decided to drive his motorbike the full length of the Americas, from Chile to the US. Joining Seán is Peter Murtagh, Journalist and…