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Moncrieff
The daily dose of madness and intrigue from Sean Moncrieff and his rebel radio crew.
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MoncrieffIs cheating ever ok?
An ultra marathon runner was caught jumping in a car for a part of a 50 mile run. But is cheating ever acceptable? Henry McKean looks at the fallout...
MoncrieffOver 50 per cent of ladies in GAA suffering from incontinence
A new study released by Trinity College claims that over 50% of elite female GAA players experience some symptoms of incontinence but are doing so in silence…
Moncrieff25 Years of The Stinging Fly
Since 1997, The Stinging Fly, an Irish literary magazine, has been a fountain of new writing and a go-to spot for publishers looking for the Next Big Thing…
Moncrieff'A loveable rogue' - Gerry Hutch's relationship with the North Inner City
The not guilty verdict for Gerry Hutch in the Regency Murder Trial has made headlines both inside and outside Ireland. According to some reports he remains the…
MoncrieffHow to Boil Eggs Perfectly
An Australian politician has caused consternation by suggesting the best way to boil an egg is to wrap it in tin foil and microwave it. Sean was joined by TV…
MoncrieffDaytime Dating 101
A new study in the UK has found that the cost of living crisis is driving singletons to shift towards cheaper daytime dating instead of expensive ones at night…
MoncrieffThe Evolution of Pop Songs
The platonic ideal for a pop song has always been one that lasts around three minutes. In part, this was influenced by technology. But it seems, not only are…
MoncrieffA Dummies Guide to Decluttering
It’s said that we have at least a quarter of a million items in our homes – from forks to toiletries to bed linen. While some of us are good at regular clear…
MoncrieffSocial media 'can give a very unrealistic view of destinations'
Over the weekend, a photograph of a woman posing in front of the infamous train tracks to Auschwitz caused a major stir on Twitter. It brings into question how…
Moncrieff'Irish women just love fake tan!'
Ireland makes up 60 pc of fake tan users worldwide. That’s according to Irish retailer Penneys, that recently revealed their figures on fake tan sales…
MoncrieffNudity parity in TV and film 'tricky to navigate'
The new Netflix show ‘Obsession’, based on Josephine Hart’s 1991 novel Damage, features nudity parity between the male and female leads. This is another step…
MoncrieffRehoming retired racehorses 'a great challenge'
At Aintree, Saturday’s Grand National was delayed after protesters attempted to get access to the racecourse and tie themselves to fences along the route…
MoncrieffBecoming a top Lego artist: 'I was extremely jealous of my children's Christmas presents'
Jessica Farrell fell in love with Lego at the age of 4. Decades later she is now a professional Lego artist doing major commissions around the world. Today she…
MoncrieffLimerick woman set to climb Mount Kilimanjaro with a harp
Siobhán Brady already holds the world record for the highest ever harp concert, which took place in the Himalayas in 2018. Now she plans to break that record…
MoncrieffA Beginner's Guide to Foot Fetishes
Foot fetishes are one of leading fetishes in the world and more people are looking to be educated on the best ways to use your feet for your own or another’s…
Moncrieff'It's not great!' - Biden cartoon harks back to dated stereotypes
Now while US President Joe Biden’s visit to Ireland has been largely positive in Ireland, there’s been more mixed reaction across the water in the UK. A…
MoncrieffVomit on the Big Screen
A trend that seems to be in a lot of movies and tv shows at the moment is projectile vomit. Sometimes it's used gratuitously to make it clear that a show's…
Moncrieff'People get on the train and treat it as their own living room'
Irish Rail introduced designated 'quieter carriages' late last year, however it hasn’t exactly gone smoothly. Mark Gleeson, from Rail Users Ireland joined Sean…
MoncrieffJuice: The search for alien life on Jupiter's icy moons
The European Space Agency is set launch a mission to Jupiter, a journey that will take 8 years to complete. There will also be significant Irish involvement in…
MoncrieffCouncillor calls for Dublin Bay water to be treated 'all year round'
With the growing popularity of sea swimming, there are now calls for the water in Dublin Bay to be treated for e-coli not just during the summer but during the…
Moncrieff'Selfie, Mr President?' - Henry McKean meets Joe Biden
As part of his historic visit to Ireland, US President Joe Biden today visited Irish President, Michael D Higgins in Áras Áras an Uachtaráin. Newstalk's Henry…
Moncrieff'We've created a monster here' - The men behind a giant baked bean
A giant baked bean made using two tins of Heinz beans is “What the people need”, its creators have said, after going viral on social media. Tom Snell and Dylan…
MoncrieffTupperware Parties: 'They were all the rage'
The brand Tupperware has entered our general parlances as a bi-word for a plastic food container. But with the company’s fortunes heading for a cliff edge, has…
MoncrieffTheatre Etiquette: The Dos and Dont's of Attending Shows
Last Friday, a musical in Manchester had to be cut short because some audience members wouldn’t refrain from singing or shouting. Two people were asked to…
MoncrieffHow To...Prepare for a Baby
For this weeks 'How To' slot we’re looking at how to prepare for the arrival of a baby. Sean was joined by Paul Kealy, Managing Director of Tony Kealys to…
MoncrieffYoung adults using cannabis 'a real pressing issue for us' - Kildare GP
A letter in today’s Irish Times, co-signed by more than 20 doctors, is raising concerns about the use of cannabis among young people. They say their previous…
MoncrieffBottomless crisp lunch
On Twitter The Lancashire Hotpots (A band) put up a photo of a Bottom Crisp Party. “The Best 90 minutes of your life. Bread Butter and sauces included for…
MoncrieffDeathbed drawing of Arthur Griffith finally on display
The deathbed drawing of Arthur Griffith that has never been on public view, after being suppressed for a century. The image is by famed artist Paul Henry, who…
MoncrieffGoogle and the right to be forgotten
According to an article in the Independent today a convicted criminals were able to get search results for articles about them taken off Google under the…
MoncrieffHuman Library Project in Galway
The Human Library is, in the true sense of the word, a library of people. Readers can borrow human beings, serving as open books and have conversations they…
MoncrieffSwiss Grannies case in the ECHR
In what has been called the “Swiss grannies” case, four women all aged 74, are asking the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) to declare insufficient climate…
MoncrieffButter Museum
At one time in our history, the Cork Butter Exchange was the largest butter market in the world. This rich history of dairy culture is captured in the Cork…
MoncrieffJames Leonard of "Two Norries" podcast and his way out of addiction
James Leonard is one half of the popular Two Norries podcast. He grew up in North West Cork City. Hence, a ‘Norrie’ is someone from North Cork City. He…
MoncrieffBenefits of taking breaks at work
Stopping for tea breaks while at work does nothing to make people more efficient or prevent them from feeling tired, research suggests. Henry McKean fresh from…
MoncrieffHow understanding animals can save our lives?
We’re always striving towards medical advancements and breakthroughs but who knew that much of what we practice in hospitals, could originate from the animal…
MoncrieffMixed marriages in Northern Ireland
In North Ireland, a Catholic marrying a protestant proved to be a step too far for many, leading to intimidation and violence leveled against the couple. This…
MoncrieffSo You Think You’re an Adult?: Going commando
In today's episode of "So You Think You’re an Adult" our guests Barbara Scully and Declan Buckley discussed on seasoned drivers, benefits of going commando and…
MoncrieffThe controversial Barbie Dolls
When the internet blew up earlier this week with the arrival of the Barbie trailer, the more discerning fans will have noticed that two obscure characters from…
MoncrieffThe damage over-tourism can do to a site when it joins the UNESCO list
The views of and from Skellig Michael on a clear day are breath-taking, and naturally it’s a big tourism draw to that part of Kerry. Featuring in one of the…
MoncrieffWorking as Undercover Police: 'What I was doing was ruthless'
Working as an undercover police officer in the UK is treacherous. The people you interact with are always within a hair’s breadth from finding out your…
Moncrieff'Common sense and go with your gut' - Tips for Solo Travel
Kipling – the luggage brand, not the cakes – have issued a Solo Female Traveller City Index, ranking European destinations. Dublin has come in 5th, but the top…
MoncrieffHow To...Make a Speech
For this weeks 'How To' slot we’re looking at how to make a speech. Sean was joined by Gina London, Founder and CEO of Language of Leadership and Sunday Times…
Moncrieff'Quite shocking' - Ireland's women soccer team to retain white shorts
The FAI has announced that they will retain white shorts for the women’s soccer team for the upcoming World Cup. This is in spite of the fact that many teams…
MoncrieffDeath by rooster: The extraordinary life and death of Jasper Kraus
A new podcast series for the Irish Examiner examines the tragic case of a man who was killed in 2022 in an unusual incident involving a rooster. But what the…
MoncrieffThe Power of Friendship
Most people believe friendships are important, but how important? Do they affect our health? Do we have a limit to the amount of real friends we have? And why…
MoncrieffPrison in Iran: 'They are trying to kill your soul' - Woman tortured at age 16
In 1982, Marina Nemat was arrested, tortured, and sentenced to death for political crimes in Iran. She was 16 years old. Today, she lives in Canada and has…
Moncrieff'It really unnerved me': Mum removes photos of children online after influencer had images reshared
Legislators in France are considering a law which could see some parents prevented from sharing images of their children on social media. The so-called…
MoncrieffThe Bed Project: What you look like when you're asleep
A new project for the Guardian newspaper seeks to explore what takes place in different beds over the course of a single night. Bed is a place where we spend a…
MoncrieffHow important are logos? Reaction to Twitter's Dogecoin symbol
Twitter users around the world have been asking where is the blue bird logo gone. Fans of the platform woke up to the logo of a dog replacing the familiar…
MoncrieffOne Dublin One Book: The Coroner's Daughter
Forensic science, also known as criminalistics, is the application of science to criminal and civil laws, during criminal investigation. But unknown to many is…
MoncrieffThe inability to burp
Burping is something most of us take for granted. But what if you’re were medically unable to burp? Where would that trapped gas go and how would a situation…
MoncrieffBanishing hash browns from the full English
The full English breakfast is comprised of eggs, rashers, beans, and sausages and more. But the perennial question still exists, does the hash brown belong on…
MoncrieffThe History of Long Wave Radio
With RTÉ Radio 1 ceasing its long wave broadcasts from April 14. To explain the history of Long Wave Radio and why its on the way out, Sean was joined by Brian…
MoncrieffUsing ChatGPT in the classroom
Chat GPT has been getting a bad reputation in education, with fears around cheating a nd how hard it would be for examiner to know if a student used it to…
MoncrieffOver 100,000 people currenlty hold gun licenses in Ireland
There are currently around 200,000 active gun licenses in Ireland. An expert group has recommended that gun owners licensing system be changed. Under new…
MoncrieffDublin's new Jewish Heritage Trail
A new heritage walking trail has launched in Dublin which highlights some of the most significant Jewish areas and history of the city. Sean was joined by Saul…
MoncrieffThe Battle for Your Brain
It may sound like science fiction but what technologies are out there that can be used to read our brain waves? Are governments of the world aware of them and…
MoncrieffTheatre for Babies
Some people like theatre, and others don’t. But what about babies? Do they like the arts? Anna Newell believes so, she’s a theatre director who makes work for…
MoncrieffNaked Feminism: ‘Why as a woman should I have to choose between my body and my brain?’
Would an academic be disrespected if she spoke about her work or shared her experiences naked? That was the thinking behind my next guest’s approach to her…
Moncrieff'Every book you read changes you' - The world of online reading challenges
People vary greatly in terms of how quickly they can consume a book. Now you can sign up to a GoodReads Challenge, wherein people are committing to reading a…