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Moncrieff
The daily dose of madness and intrigue from Sean Moncrieff and his rebel radio crew.
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Moncrieff'We need a zero tolerance approach' Sinn Fein Senator Lynn Boylan on crimes against wildlife
While there has been a increase in the amount of prosecutions for wildlife crimes in the state. These prosecutions have been spread unevenly across, counties…
Moncrieff'I thought it was a weed' Rhubarb season is upon us!
Rhubarb season is in full swing ! Rhubarb which is actually classified as vegetable is divisive food for many. With some hating its bitter taste and others…
Moncrieff'It was ahead of its time' After 40 years of Naval service the Le Eithne has made it last journey.
LÉ Eithne the last naval ship built in Ireland has set sail on its final voyage ahead of its likely scrappage. The Vessel was the flagship of the Irish Naval…
MoncrieffOrania: South Africa's whites-only town
An Irish photographer has spent time in one of the most exclusive towns in the world. A place called Orania, in South Africa, which has very strict guidelines…
Moncrieff'They're very low maintenance' - Number of alpaca owners in Ireland on the rise
There has been a huge spike in the ownership of Alpaca’s in Ireland recently. You can’t eat them or milk them, they only produce one offspring a year and they…
Moncrieff'They call me giggles' - Henry McKean asks people about their nicknames
Have you ever met someone and wondered how they got their nickname? Why do we give people nicknames and what do they say about people that our real names…
Moncrieff'People struggle to reintegrate' - Coffee trailers employing ex-prisoners around Dublin
A number of coffee trailers around Dublin employ only ex-prisoners, trained up as baristas, as a social enterprise to help former inmates back into employment…
Moncrieff'An act of desperation' - The history of self-immolation as political protest
Two weeks ago an American man set himself alight outside the Israeli Embassy in Washington DC, in protest of Israel’s actions in Gaza. Self-immolation has a…
Moncrieff'I'm surprised they're still around' - Fraternities and Sororities Explained
The University of Maryland has hit the pause button on all fraternity and sorority shenanigans, announcing a suspension of Greek Life activities. These…
MoncrieffWhy does South Korea have the lowest birth rate in the world?
South Korea has broken its own record for having the world’s lowest birth rate, with estimations that the country’s population will halve by 2100 if current…
MoncrieffThe Rise of AI Influencers
Have you ever been scrolling on social media and came across a photo of someone promoting a product that looked too perfect? Well, it may have been an AI…
MoncrieffFollowing Yoko Ono’s instruction manual
An exhibition at the Tate Modern in London features a series of instructions created by Yoko Ono back in the 1960s. The sometimes bizarre suggestions, such as…
Moncrieff'I surprised myself' - Stephanie Rohan learns to drive a bus
At the moment only 6 per cent of bus drivers in Dublin are women. Dublin Bus has recently launched a campaign to increase that number. Newstalk's Stephanie…
MoncrieffHow to build a straw house
Going green and being sustainable is an important consideration for most people, but one man in Cork has taken things one step further. He has built a home…
Moncrieff'I asked her Dad' - Henry McKean asks people about wedding traditions
Wedding traditions such as the bride's father paying for the wedding and wearing a veil are apparently dying traditions among younger generations. Sean was…
Moncrieff'It's put to good use' - Horse dung catchers cleaning up streets in Killarney
A councillor in Wexford is calling for horse riders to ensure they clean up their animals’ poo due to fouling occurring on Curracloe beach. So, how should this…
MoncrieffWhat to do if someone finds a body in a bog
When human remains were discovered in a bog in Derry last month, it wasn’t immediately clear if the body was contemporary or ancient. This has now led to calls…
MoncrieffFamilies left 'raging' after Willy Wonka experience in Glasgow
While it promised a world of wonder, the Willy Wonka event in Glasgow descended into farce over the weekend. Now, parents of disappointed kids are fighting…
MoncrieffGen Alpha: Everything you need to know
Gen Alpha, the first generation who can swipe left and right on a tablet before they've learned to turn the pages of a picture book. Destined to claim the…
MoncrieffReview into sex work legislation delayed until later this year
A review into laws around sex work will Ireland has been delayed once again. It’s after the industry was decriminalised in 2017, leading to some uncertainty…
MoncrieffEnding a sentence with a preposition is now acceptable
One of the world’s major dictionaries has decided, after hundreds of years of debate, that it is now ok to end sentences with a preposition. Sean was joined by…
MoncrieffItalian priest avoids 'poisoned chalice' in attempted murder at Mass
The local priest of a church in Calabria is under police protection after his chalice was spiked with bleach, allegedly by a local mafia organisation. Philip…
Moncrieff'The logo is redundant' - Deposit Return Scheme poses cost challenge for small business
The Deposit Return Scheme is causing problems for small businesses; A small craft beer company would have to pay €70,000 a year to put the Re-turn labels on…
MoncrieffWagyu: Cheap vs Expensive
What actually is Wagyu? You could find yourself spending £900 for a wagyu steak in a particular restaurant in Mayfair but you can also buy so-called wagyu…
Moncrieff'I love airplane food' - Henry McKean asks what people think of the meals on airlines
A man on Tiktok reviewed the Aer Lingus 10 euro breakfast on his 6am flight to Hamburg. He liked it in the end. But how has airline food changed in recent…
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How Bob Marley Popularised Tracksuits
Carmen Bellot, Style Editor at British Esquire joined Sean on the show to discuss how Bob Marley popularised the tracksuit...
MoncrieffCoercive control: 'He slowly became very controlling'
The other day we covered Rebecca Syndrome, where a partner becomes obsessed with your past relationships. Henry McKean met a lady who had a different story…
MoncrieffA History of Callcards
Before smartphones dominated Ireland's streets, payphone boxes stood as nostalgic relics, sparking conversations in an era where landlines were scarce. In the…
MoncrieffHow to Build Tunnels for an Underground Rail System
Dublin's urban evolution takes centre stage with the MetroLink, a visionary metro line poised to outshine the previous proposed plan, Metro North. The saga…
MoncrieffShould you be allowed to vote from birth?
Nick Clegg’s former Director of Policy, when he was Deputy Prime Minister, has called for the voting age to be extended to babies. Sean was joined by Caillum…
MoncrieffRotating house goes on sale in New Zealand
A unique property is currently on sale in New Zealand, a completely rotating house. So, if the sun is creating a glare on your TV, don’t bother moving seats…
MoncrieffTrinity College Library ranked one of the world's popular
The Trinity College library has been ranked 11th in the top 15 libraries in the world. This ranking is based on a meticulous analysis of Google review scores…
MoncrieffUS city giving free pints to Irish people who travel over for St. Patrick's Day
You can get a free pints in Dublin, Ohio! All you have to do is fly there for St Patrick's Day and you will be welcomed with open arms and rewarded with free…
MoncrieffIs 'beer before wine' a myth?
You have heard the old adage ‘Beer before wine and you’ll be fine...wine before beer and you’ll be queer’, but is it true or simply an old wives’ tale? Sean…
MoncrieffJungle Dave
For anyone with a fear of snakes, this may not be the nicest news story for you. The largest and heaviest snake in the world has been identified, living in the…
MoncrieffAmotz Asa-El: Ireland's hostility towards Israel must be end
While Ireland’s position on the war in Gaza has repeatedly been called out by Israeli authorities, an opinion piece in an Israeli newspaper has attempted to…
MoncrieffThe World's Hardest Puzzle
A mysterious puzzle from 2014 is still not solved. Cicada 3301, is known to be the world’s hardest puzzle but what is the answer and who was behind it? Nicky…
MoncrieffThe World's First Trillionaire
A recent report by Oxfam, entitled Inequality Inc, forecasts that we will see the world’s first trillionaire within the next decade. Atossa Araxia Abrahamian…
Moncrieff'I want an investigation' - Local Councillor calls for ban on burying of deer in Phoenix Park
The Office of Public Works has buried numerous deer in a mass grave near a densely populated residential area in Phoenix Park, prompting a local representative…
MoncrieffTrophy missing for 90 years returns home to Scotland
A lost trophy for an old Highland Games event has been found after 90 years thanks to a public campaign. Sean was joined by Jonathan Christie, chief executive…
MoncrieffGen-Z are now going to bed by 9pm: Here's Why
Gen Z are going to bed at 9 pm, is this today's version of a wild night out on the town? Maybe this is the ultimate secret to happiness! Sean was joined by Tim…
MoncrieffHow clean are your household items?
You may look around the house right now and think the place looks lovely and clean. However, you’re wrong! A study carried out by UK company OnlineBedrooms…
MoncrieffDo actors hate some of their own movies?
The internet is full of rumours about Dakota Johnson’s feeling about her new movie Madam Web. Maybe are saying, Dakota’s strange behavior on the press tour are…
MoncrieffA Guide to Dark Tourism in Ireland
Kilmainham Gaol is one of Ireland’s most popular tourist attractions because of its rich history. But it’s not the only location around the Island that is…
MoncrieffSurprise Parties: 'The night was brilliant when I got over the shock!'
A BBC weather presenter accidently revealed a surprise birthday party on a live broadcast. Sean was joined by Newstalk's Chief party pooper Henry McKean who…
MoncrieffDo Irish cities need more zebra crossings?
Many European cities have an abundance of zebra crossings, while Ireland has much less. There are just three in the whole of Dublin city. Why is this and…
MoncrieffOpium's Hidden Histories
When Amitav Ghosh began the research for his monumental cycle of novels, The Ibis Trilogy, ten years ago, he was startled to find how the lives of the 19th…
MoncrieffThe Changing Trends of Cake
How did we go from the simple sponge cake to frilly Victorian style cakes! And why do the trends change so quickly? Graham Heterich is the author of 'Bake' and…
MoncrieffHow do Prisoner of War exchanges work?
In February 2022, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine and this time last year, we were there on the ground reporting for Newstalk. Recently…
Moncrieff'Completely different from anything you've heard before' - Sony launches 360 Reality Audio music experience
Sony has launched a 3D music system, which they say is 360 Reality Audio. Newstalk's Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly has been using the system and joined…
Moncrieff'It's ok to have fun while you're studying' - 'Barbie' to be added to Leaving Cert English curriculum
Move over Shakespeare, there's a new leading lady in the English curriculum! In a plot twist that even Barbie herself couldn't have predicted, Greta Gerwig's…
MoncrieffThe Dublin Run Club with a Difference
Daniel O’Farrell, Organiser of the Pastry Pace Run Club joined Tom Dunne on the show today...
MoncrieffIs it ok to eat mouldy cheese?
We've all been there – that moment when you excitedly swing open the fridge door, ready to indulge in your favourite cheese, only to be met with the…
MoncrieffHas Beyoncé Always Been Country?
Beyoncé is poised for the launch of her upcoming album, Renaissance Part 2, which sees her tapping into her Houston roots, and exploring the realm of country…
MoncrieffElectric Picnic headline act set to be announced 'next month'
Electric Picnic has announced that the main stage at the festival will be connected to the grid and powered by renewable energy in 2024. This marks the first…
MoncrieffBuilding a Home Using Hemp
Hemp is used for many things in the world, but did you know that it could be one of the solutions to the climate crisis. The plant can be used to make building…
MoncrieffThe Founding Father of Animation in Ireland
This week marks a decade since the passing of the founding father of Irish animation, Jimmy T Murakami. Born to Japanese parents in the United States, Murakami…
MoncrieffFrog Mating Season: 'Male frogs need to get really cold in order to be very fertile'
While many humans were wooing their partners for Valentine’s day yesterday, you might have heard the call of frogs. Yes, the mating season for the common frog…
Moncrieff‘You’re bugging me, p**s off!’ - Henry McKean visits Karen’s Diner
Over the past few years customer service has continued to deteriorate in Ireland. But how bad does it have to get until you complain? Or do you say nothing?…
MoncrieffDoes carbon offsetting work?
A number of famous people have recently been criticized for their carbon footprint, due to the emissions from their private jets. None more so then Taylor…