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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
MoncrieffThe History of Hot Cross Buns
Many listeners will be scoffing down the last of the hot cross buns today but how exactly did this festive treat come about? Stefanie was joined by Dr. Eleanor…
MoncrieffViral 'Fish Doorbell' is helping marine life in The Netherlands
Ding Dong! The fish are calling—Utrecht, a Dutch city, has innovated conservation with its remarkable fish doorbell, stirring waves in both environmental…
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Why is it raining so much?
After a pretty decent Sunday, yesterday was another bank holiday wash out for much of the country. And it feels like it has rained constantly since last July –…
MoncrieffWhy are concert tickets so expensive in Ireland?
If you’re going to see Pearl Jam, Taylor Swift or Bruce Springsteen this summer, chances are you’ll be paying more than concert goers in places like London…
MoncrieffEmployers and staff react to consecutive four-day weeks
March was a big month for public holidays and flexible work schedules. So much so that for many, they had three consecutive four-day weeks. Newstalk reporter…
Moncrieff'Baby hedgehog’ rescued by woman turns out to be hat bobble
An unusual creature was brought into a wildlife hospital recently in the UK, much to the bemusement of the staff. But what it actually turned out to be was…
Moncrieff'People don't like wearing condoms' - Number of over 60s getting STIs on the rise
The number of older people getting STIs is going up. It's a surprise to many baby boomers who thought they wouldn't have to worry about these infections…
MoncrieffHow to have a no-spend year
Could you go an entire year without spending ANY money on luxuries? That means no takeout coffees, Netflix subscriptions, nothing! Well, a woman and her family…
Moncrieff'I did geography until 3rd Year' - Has technology has killed the art of map reading?
Oscar winning pair Christopher Nolan and Emma Thomas were spotted using an old fashioned paper map in Venice. They weren’t using Google Maps or a GPS. Has…
MoncrieffAre jeans banned in North Korea?
When a clip of celebrity gardener Alan Titchmarsh went viral this week, it wasn’t anything to do with his green fingers. Instead, it was because his denim…
MoncrieffThe Secret Army: The Lost Documentary about the IRA
A new BBC investigation tells for the first time the extraordinary story of a lost American documentary made inside the Irish Republican Army in 1972, the…
MoncrieffInternational Whiskey Day: The Irish Influence
Today is International Whiskey Day and Ireland has quite the story about the role we played in the popularity of whiskey. Back in the day, there were only a…
Moncrieff'My days became terrifying' - Sophie White on living with Bipolar II
With World Bipolar Day taking place this coming Saturday, Sean was joined by novelist and podcaster Sophie White to discuss her personal experiences of the…
MoncrieffDo bullies end up more successful than those who they bullied?
Studies show that kids who were tough and pushy at school often end up in top-notch, well-paying jobs. Meanwhile, the shy or sensitive ones might not make as…
MoncrieffThe Uniquely Irish Street Food: 'It's delicious'
Ali Dunworth, author of “A Compendium of Irish Pints: The Culture, Customs and Craic” joined Sean to chat about food like the Chicken Fillet Roll and the Spice…
MoncrieffIrish PhD students earning 'way below liveable wage'
Under the current system, PhD researchers are classified as students, not workers, despite many of them working in their universities through teaching. This…
Moncrieff'It wrecks my head' - Do parents get priority over single people for taking time-off?
There is an opinion piece by an anonymous person in the Daily Mail with the headline “Why I can't bear mums that snaffle all the Easter holidays, by a…
MoncrieffDáil Bar: Only Members Allowed
Politicians downed over €360k worth of booze last year with over 10k pints of Guinness poured at Dail’s two bars A pint of the black stuff at Leinster House…
MoncrieffBelfast table tennis club sets new Guinness World Record
A new pre-verification Guinness World Record has been set by a table tennis club in Northern Ireland - but what exactly did it entail and how can 128 people…
MoncrieffHow is security intelligence collected?
Russia has charged four men it says attacked a Moscow concert hall and killed at least 137 people. Russia were warned by US Intelligence agencies that an…
MoncrieffShould we argue in relationships?
Do you ever feel like your friends or family judge your relationship because you argue too much or maybe too little? It may feel like you can never win, but is…
MoncrieffWhat's it like being a godparent in 2024?
Godparents are among the most important people at a christening, who make big promises to encourage their godchild to grow in faith and commit to helping them…
MoncrieffWhat is 'fake science' and how harmful can it be?
'Fake news' might be a familiar term, but what about 'fake science?' A troubling rise in the number of fraudulent research papers infiltrating scientific…
MoncrieffWedding Gifts: How much are you meant to give?
It’s the one question we’ll all have to face at some point. How much do I put in the wedding card? Well, the bad news is the rate is going up. Sara Kennedy…
MoncrieffWhat do your fridge magnets say about you?
While many people pick up a fridge magnet as a memento from their holidays, others are major collectors. But what do our fridge magnet habits say about our…
MoncrieffWhat is it like to undergo a lie detector test?
When we think of lie detector, we might associate it with the likes of Jerry Springer and Jeremy Kyle and the roaring audience when the lie detector says he is…
MoncrieffUlster Museum: 'This is everyone's story'
Today, the show LIVE from the Belfast Room at the Ulster Museum in Belfast, with thanks to Tourism NI. Hannah Crowdy, Head of Curatorial at National Museums NI…
MoncrieffNorth Star: A Belfast celebration of Black music and culture
On Friday, 25th October, Solab, a dynamic new collective helmed by Kwame Daniels - presents 'North Star,' a citywide spectacle in Belfast. Showcasing an…
MoncrieffWhy can’t Irish passport holders in Northern Ireland vote in Irish elections?
While people living in Northern Ireland are entitled to dual British and Irish citizenship, one journalist believes that the spirit of the Good Friday…
Moncrieff'Things take me a while!' - Henry asks the people of Belfast about procrastinating
Many of us keep putting off jobs around the house and goals we are trying to achieve. The Cambridge Dictionary defines procrastination as “the act of delaying…
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Free condoms are back at the Olympics!
The tradition of giving out free condoms to Olympic athletes dates back to 1988 when AIDS fears prompted the Winter Olympics hosted in Canada to embrace a new…
MoncrieffLeo Varadkar resigns: 'His time in office has taken a toll on him'
Today's headlines are dominated by the unexpected news that Leo Varadkar is resigning as Taoiseach and leader of Fine Gael. This development is the latest in a…
MoncrieffWhat does the role of a food stylist entail?
We are all aware of those mouth-watering food advertisements we see everywhere but have you ever been disappointed when the ad doesn’t translate into real…
MoncrieffRising trend of divorce rings
Emily Ratajkowski has showed off her divorce ring on social media, but what even is a divorce ring and why are they so trendy? Chupi Sweetman is a jewelery…
MoncrieffWhat does it take to play James Bond?
With the rumour mill in overdrive over the news that Aaron Taylor-Johnson may have been offered the role of James Bond, what has the process of casting 007…
MoncrieffNew website allows tenants see history of rental properties in Ireland
A frustration for renters in Ireland is how blind they find themselves when moving into a new apartment or house. A crowdsourcing website now aims to fill in…
MoncrieffIs using the term 'widow' offensive?
Lloyd's bank has urged employees to stop using the term ‘widow’ as it can be triggering, instead replace it with ‘separated’, the reasoning behind this? They…
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The Power of Saying 'No'
We all find it hard to say no sometimes, but what if saying no opened more possibilities for us. Author Edel Coffey has a piece in the Irish Examiner about the…
MoncrieffVaping: 'There's some products that shouldn't be there'
Yesterday a new poll found that 76 percent of vapers believe a flavour ban could lead to more young people smoking. While some 71 percent of smokers claimed…
Moncrieff'Everybody loves it' - Henry McKean celebrates inventor of first karaoke machine
Shigeichi Negishi the inventor of the Karaoke Machine has died at the age of 100. He invented the then Sparko box in 1967. Henry McKean, a lover of karaoke…
MoncrieffDating in Dublin (As A Person From The Country)
The difficulties of finding love in rural Ireland are much catalogued, seen recently on the RTE show ‘Love in the country’ but what happens when a singleton…
Moncrieff'I'd prefer to go with the Brian Boru name' - Henry asks what should our new MetroLink stations be named after
The Glasnevin Metrolink station could be renamed in memory of Brian Boru pub. The family behind the 200-year-old pub due for demolition has made an appeal over…
MoncrieffHenry McKean visits the Hollywood Forever Cemetery
In the middle of Hollywood, surrounded by studios is the Hollywood Forever Cemetery, established in 1899. Some of the biggest stars from the golden age of…
MoncrieffMEPs approve new EU artificial intelligence legislation
This morning lawmakers in Strasbourg overwhelming approved the Artificial Intelligence Act, a world first, aimed at regulating AI according to a risk-based…
MoncrieffWhy does the Aviva Stadium lack atmosphere?
As England snatched Saturday’s game in the dying seconds one thing of note was the thundering reaction from fans as Twickenham was engulfed in frenzied…
MoncrieffHow to handle a PR crisis?
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you will have heard all about Kate Middleton’s photoshop gate. What makes the situation worse, is how badly it’s been…
MoncrieffFemale-only tractor safety course launched
In today’s world we strive for equality between women and men. So, it may sound unusual that a female only tractor safety course has been launched. Sean was…
MoncrieffHow to deal with windbags during office meetings
One issue that comes up with office meetings over and over again is the windbag...the one person who just won’t put a lid on it and let others speak. Sean was…
MoncrieffThe death of hitchhiking
Have we reached the death of hitchhiking? It was a practice common decades ago but how often do we see people thumbing a lift these days? Sean was joined by…
Moncrieff‘It’s something we should be embracing’ - TikTok star Kayleigh Trappe on the Irish language
Seachtain na Gaeilge is running until St.Patrick’s Day, we’re all being encouraged to use our cúpla focal. Sean was joined by TikTok sensation and Seachtain na…
Moncrieff'The flag stands for pride, respect and peace' - Use of Irish tricolour at far-right protests 'is disappointing'
Flags can symbolise many things to different people and nations. So too is it true for the Irish tricolour, which was first flown in Waterford in 1848. Sean…
MoncrieffChristopher Nolan's Secret Movie
Since its curtain call at a 1996 film festival, 'Larceny,' Christopher Nolan's elusive short film, has been kept under wraps by its cast and crew, seemingly in…
MoncrieffLet's Match Mums: Clothes recycling movement helping refugees
During the pandemic, an Instagram page sparked a movement, connecting locals with refugees through children's clothing. From the tech world to the heart of a…
MoncrieffCheltenham's War on Wee: 'It's a real nuisance'
As hundreds of thousands of racegoers descend on Cheltenham this week, the War on Wee moves up a gear, in an attempt to combat the perennial issue of public…
Moncrieff'Destinations are taking advantage of it’ The rise of Holidays Based Off Books And TV Shows
How have you ever booked a holiday based on your love for a Novel, TV series or film? Newstalk Reporter Sarah Madden has been looking into why people like to…
Moncrieff'We had 400 replies in 24 hours' Offering free accommodation proves to be the solution to finding a new head chef for West Cork Restaurant
Curiosities on the Beara peninsula in west Cork have been looking for a staff since January. Struggling to find a new chef, the restaurant decided to offer…
MoncrieffReusing Nappies? Trim Tidy Towns launches Cloth Nappy Library.
Trim Tidy Towns as part of the town's efforts to reduce plastic, has launched a cloth Nappy Library. This initiative will see parents renting cloth nappies…
MoncrieffThe Enhanced Games: The sporting event that levels the playing field by allowing the use of performance-enhancing drugs
The Olympic games is taking place this summer in Paris. The Games will see strict testing and enforcement to prevent competitors from using…
MoncrieffPost Wedding Blues
Weddings for bride and groom are one of the most exciting and happy moments in life. But many people get the blues after the big day, with the bride being…
MoncrieffI do think there is a case of some spring cleaning' Does the constitution need a larger rework?
With voters going to the ballot boxes on Friday to vote in the 10th referendum in 10 years. Is bunreacht na héireann so outdated and flawed that we need a more…