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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
Moncrieff'The Last Godfather': Italian Mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro dies
Matteo Messina Denaro of the Sicilian mafia has died after a long illness, Italian media have reported. Known as ‘The Last Godfather’, he was accused of…
MoncrieffIrish Army team wins international sniper competition
An unusual competition took place in the Wicklow Mountains over the past few days, involving sharpshooters from all over the world. The International Sniper…
Moncrieff'There's pros and cons': Sainsbury launch bridal collection with £22 dresses
A wedding dress for the price of a Sunday roast. That’s what’s on offer from Sainsburys, who are the first supermarket to introduce a bridal range in store…
Moncrieff'You feel like you're in the TV show' - new owner of 'The Brady Bunch' house
Here’s the story of a lady named Tina, who bought the Brady Bunch house for 3.2 million dollars. The famous family home which was seen on television sets…
MoncrieffAre we washing incorrectly?
A TikToker by the name of Madame Sweat, who is a self-proclaimed hygiene expert, says that we aren’t washing ourselves currently. In one of her latest videos…
MoncrieffThe World's Heaviest Onion
Your average onion is around the size of a tennis ball but Gareth Griffin from the island of Guernsey has now become the grower of the world’s heaviest onion…
MoncrieffNeck size influences perceptions of a man's fathering skills, study finds
Researchers have found that our perception of how protective or nurturing a man will be towards his children is affected by the size of his trapezius muscle…
Moncrieff'I do have a spare!' - Henry McKean searches for a ticket for Ireland v South Africa
The wait is finally here, The World’s Number 1, Ireland, play the 2019 Rugby World Cup Winners South Africa. The problem is tickets are like gold dust…
MoncrieffWho was behind the Leinster House protests?
The headlines since yesterday have been filled with reaction to yesterday’s protest at Dail Eireann. But who were the protesters? How was it organised? What…
MoncrieffNew pilot scheme will see coffee shops in the Netherlands source cannabis legally
Dutch officials have announced that the country’s cannabis legalisation experiment will begin its pilot phase before the end of the year. Initially approved by…
MoncrieffThe fight to save Marilyn Monroe's final residence from demolition
Would you make a trip to the home of one of the world’s most recognisable Hollywood stars? Well you might be short on time to make it Marylin Monroe’s house in…
MoncrieffNorthern Lights: Here's how to see the equinox from Ireland this weekend
Did you know that you don’t have to travel to Iceland or Alaska to see the Northern Lights? Just stick your head out of your bedroom window any day this week…
MoncrieffSingapore airport will soon go passport-free
There is nothing more annoying then travelling through an airport and constantly having to whip out your Boarding Pass and Passport. Well, it is soon going to…
Moncrieff30 Years of Christian Louboutin's Red Sole
Did you know that the very famous red bottom Louboutin heels have been strutting down the runway for 30 years? The luxury shoes are celebrating their 30th…
MoncrieffErectile Dysfunction: 'It felt like there was something wrong with me'
For most men in their 20’s, having sex is an enjoyable experience that you look forward to, but not for Bob McQuiad. From the age of 12, he knew that there was…
Moncrieff'I take whatever luck I can get' - Henry McKean asks 'why are we so supersitious?'
A survey conducted by a bingo company has found that superstitions are alive and well in our secular society, but it's not the only time that his has been…
Moncrieff'There's a lot of different nuances involved': Fair City photographer defends her role
The photographer on Fair City is not usually in the one in the spotlight, but the role was suddenly thrust front and centre last week during an Oireachtas…
MoncrieffThe Hist: The world's oldest college debating society
What do Wolfe Tone, Robert Emmet & Mary Robinson all have in common? They were all members of The Hist in Trinity College, which has been confirmed by the…
MoncrieffCures of Ireland
Many of you, especially those of you living in rural Ireland, will have been the beneficiary of a cure. These are carried out by healers. But this old Irish…
MoncrieffCan you erase a breed of dog?
The UK is progressing fast with a plan to ban the American XL bully breed after a number of horrific attacks and fatal maulings. However we now know that these…
MoncrieffThe Oldest Pub in Ireland
Sometimes you find a pub so good that you just must build a town around it. Sean’s Bar in Athlone is officially the oldest pub in Ireland and was established…
MoncrieffKeith Barry: 'I'm pretty banged up'
Keith Barry, Barretstown Ambassador, Mentalist, Magician & Subconscious Mind specialist joined Sean LIVE at the Athlone Springs Hotel...
MoncrieffThe Price of Happiness
They say you can’t put a price on happiness. Well, a recent survey has done exactly that for 137 countries around the world. The study by S Money revisited…
MoncrieffChildism: The discrimination of children in society
Childism is a phenomenon that was first coined in the 1970s and refers to the discrimination of children. A new book claims that both parents and society…
Moncrieff‘If you buy the first one, you don’t buy the last one’: The tradition of buying rounds
‘I’d rather go down to Murphy’s bar and buy a round of drinks than pay my TV licence,’ those were the words of TD Brendan Griffin telling RTÉ bosses at…
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'Language is always changing' - Young people opting for less formal language
When was the last time you saw an email open with 'Dear' or finish with something like 'Yours Sincerely'? It seems younger people are denouncing the…
MoncrieffJenni Murray: Young people shouldn't be given the impression that smoking is cool
Celebrities like Kate Moss and Phoebe Waller-Bridge smoking outside cafes in London has enraged one journalist, who thinks this is going to do no good for…
Moncrieff'It's the mark of a great person': Dublin marathon medal misquotes Yeats
It isn’t uncommon for well-known quotes to be misattributed to famous writers. This appears to be what has happened on the medals for the upcoming Dublin…
MoncrieffWhat happened to music videos?
Last night, the MTV Video Music Awards took place in New Jersey, with some of the biggest stars in the world arriving to pick up their gongs. But the irony is…
MoncrieffBuying a Home with a Dark Past
They say when you are looking for a new home, sometimes you just know when you walk through the front door that this is the one for you. On the flip side…
MoncrieffRise in number of people using 'loyalty testers' on their partner
Have you ever suspected your spouse of infidelity? Well, a new phenomenon of so-called ‘loyalty testers’ is kicking off in the UK, the US and other countries…
Moncrieff'First impressions are so important' - Henry McKean tries small talk
Everyday we might have to do a little small talk at work or at the supermarket, that awkward moment at the photocopier or at the coffee machine, chatting to…
Moncrieff'Increasing growing concerns' around links between glyphosate and cancer
Glyphosate has been found in samples taken from all but one of a group of Irish volunteers tested for the controversial weedkiller. The exercise has deepened…
MoncrieffPlaying Childhood Games as an Adult
Adults have so much going on in their lives that they rarelt have time to play. Author Edel Coffey has been looking at a group of women in the US who meet up…
MoncrieffEU flags waved at Last Night of the Proms to highlight difficulties for musicians post Brexit
At the Last Night of the Proms event over the weekend, a concert associated with nationalistic renditions of Rule Britannia and the like, controversey has…
MoncrieffCalls for the establishment of Ireland's first pet cemetery
When your family pet sadly dies, what do you do with the body? There are three pet crematoriums in Ireland, but no pet cemeteries. Cllr Audrey Buckley, Fianna…
Moncrieff'Record breaking numbers' of students voting in favour of meat-free university campuses
The chicken fillet roll could be a thing of the past in Irish Universities if some students at the University of Galway and Trinity College get their way. They…
MoncrieffTime Keeping: Why are some people always late?
Reddit is divided after a user revealed that he left his wife in the airport because she wanted to stop and grab a Starbucks, while they were rushing for a…
MoncrieffMontenegro’s Lying Down Competition
An unusual competition is currently taking place in Montenegro, in which competitors are attempting to be crowned the country’s Laziest Citizen, through the…
MoncrieffWoman eating Guinness with a spoon may be 'a gimmick'
A video has gone viral of a woman who enjoys her pint of Guinness...by using a spoon.The footage was filmed by a bar man at a restaurant in Belfast recently…
MoncrieffThe world’s longest competitive female mullet
As you will no doubt have seen, the mullet is currently enjoying a period of resurgence, especially among young men. However, one woman in Tennessee has been…
Moncrieff'They cannot become a baby': Israeli lab creates models of human embryos from stem cells
Scientists in Israel have created an entity that mimics an early human embryo. But from a biomedical ethics perspective, what are the concerns? Joining me now…
Moncrieff'I am Irish' - Henry McKean becomes an Irish Citizen
Today is a big day! After 33 years living in Ireland, Henry McKean has become an Irish Citizen. He joined Sean in studio to discuss..
MoncrieffCan Tucker Carlson say what he wants on his new show?
Tucker Carlson is planning to air an interview with the convicted con artist who claims he engaged in drug-fueled sex acts with Barack Obama. In a promo clip…
MoncrieffFrance attempts to ban meat names for plant-based food
The French government has issued a new decree putting either an outright ban or heavy restrictions on meat terms such as ‘steak’ and ‘sausage’ being used on…
MoncrieffWhy do we break rules?
You’ll have been hearing today that speed limits are going to be reduced and some of the penalty point system will be reformed as a way of tackling the growing…
MoncrieffDonegal priest to shave beard after 31 years
Raphoe-based priest Fr Eamonn Kelly hasn't used a razor since the day before Donegal won the All-Ireland in 1992 - now, 31 years on, he's set to ditch his…
Moncrieff'Blessed art thou among women': Working in a female dominated profession
Ireland has one of the highest percentages of female primary teachers in the EU, at 85.8%. This skewed statistic highlights the cultural values that deter…
MoncrieffAre we too enslaved to Google Maps?
With the widespread use of Google Maps, it seems now more than ever that almost everywhere is navigable. But are we too enslaved to the app when we’re driving…
MoncrieffMaking To-Do Lists: Why do men and women differ?
Lists are a big part of many people’s lives, whether it be that all-important shopping list for your weekly supermarket visit or the ‘to do’ list in a diary…
MoncrieffThank You For Holding: Episode 3
Simon Tierney joined Sean Moncrieff for the third installment of Thank You for Holding, our miniseries about the culture and practice of telephone customer…
MoncrieffSyrian protests: 'The regime are coming under pressure from everywhere'
An unprecedented series of protests have been taking place in Syria’s southern province. But what they are protesting is less clear cut than you might imagine…
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Ireland among world's least body confident countries
A survey has been carried out among 65 countries by Anglia Ruskin University in England. Their aim was to discover people's sense of happiness with their own…
Moncrieff'I fell madly in love with him' - Are summer romances a thing of the past?
As we continue this Indian summer until the weekend it got us talking about summer romances. And how hot weather can lead to steamy affairs. Henry McKean is…
Moncrieff25 years of Google - The cool stuff they do
It's hard to remember a time when internet searches were not synonymous with Google. That very company was actually founded on this day 25 years ago. But how…
MoncrieffListening and watching stuff at 1.5 speed
Over the last 5 years there has been an increase in people watching TV and listening to podcasts at 1.5 or 2 speed. But, can you still enjoy and consume the…
MoncrieffPaul McCartney’s missing guitar
In just 48 hours, there have been some strong leads in a campaign to find Paul McCartney’s lost guitar. The Hofner bass guitar can be heard on Love Me Do…
MoncrieffThe Search for Solitude - Choosing to live as a Hermit
Last week, a photo emerged of a naked “wolf-man” in the Harz mountains of central Germany. The mysterious figure has lived there for apparently half a decade…
MoncrieffAI drone has beaten a human in a real-world sport
For the first time in history, an AI system has beaten a human in a physical, real-world sport. In 2022, an AI-operated racing drone proved faster on an…
MoncrieffInside the world of naming storms
Met Éireann have released the names of storms for the new season but how does the system work? Joining Stefanie to explain was Joanna Donnelly from Met Eireann.