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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'Everyone is so helpful' - Henry making friends at the charging point
If you’ve recently made the switch from petrol or diesel to and electric vehicle, you’ll know that you are doing that bit extra to combat climate change. But…
Moncrieff'Being loud isn't the same as being good' - Busker welcomes new bylaws in Killarney
In an attempt to crack down on monotony, coarse language and noise levels, authorities in Killarney are introducing new bylaws to restrict the rules concerning…
MoncrieffIrish culture 'being starved' by lack of funding for TV content - Larry Bass
A leaked EU Commission document suggests that the UK could be removed from the list of countries providing European Content. There are concerns this could…
Moncrieff'Great excitement' as Ballina prepares for Biden visit
As the country prepares for President Biden’s upcoming visit, one particular town is particularly busy in the hope that he will visit his ancestral home of…
MoncrieffHow To...Publish a Book
For this weeks 'How To' slot we’re looking at how to publish a book. Sean was joined by Deirdre Nolan, Publishing Director of Eriu, an imprint of Bonnier Books…
MoncrieffThe importance of the fada
For years, people’s whose names contain a fada have had to contend with various forms and certificates omitting a key part of their identity. However…
MoncrieffEmmadale Cattery
The global debate of ‘which animal is better, cats or dogs?’ seems never ending. However it’s safe to say that when it comes to the protection and welfare…
MoncrieffScientists discover water in glass beads on the Moon
It may surprise you to discover that there could be enough water on the moon to support a mission. The challenge is in unlocking this as a liquid. Mahesh…
Moncrieff'Something completely unique' - Kanturk's prize winning chocolate black pudding
We often think of puddings as a uniquely Irish breakfast staple but it is in fact global and particularly prestigious in France. Now an intriguing chocolate…
MoncrieffRent Busting: Irish man fighting greedy landlords in the Netherlands
A modern day Robin Hood is among us, and his target is greedy landlords in the Netherlands. Irish expat Shane White contacts people renting over-priced…
Moncrieff100 Years of Employee Records from Jameson Distillery
Some people take to the bottle to forget the past, but what about the bottle that could help remember the past. Head of Archives at Irish Distillers, Carol…
Moncrieff'It's a bit of fun!' - Henry asks why do people touch Molly Malone’s chest
Tourists that come from all over the world to Dublin will regularly spotted visiting the Molly Malone statue on Suffolk Street. Along with hearing the story…
Moncrieff'You never got the full set!' - Collecting cereal box toys
Do you remember the feeling of a toy landing into your cereal bowl when you were a kid? One person who loved it so much, decided to collect the toys and…
MoncrieffThe hidden cost of heat pumps
Heat pumps are a more efficient way of heating the home but why are they increasing and not decreasing the overall electricity bill? Sean was joined by owner…
Moncrieff'He painted them as villains' - The downside to kindness videos on social media
In this new digital age our privacy is exposed more and more each day. With random act of kindness videos becoming the norm nowadays, it begs the question…
MoncrieffNews and A Natter: Kieran Cunningham
Kieran Cunningham, sports writer and columnist with The Irish Star joined Sean on the show today to recap the stories making the headlines this past week...
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Dublin's first bike library
A project which aims for parents to replace their school pick up and drop offs with a more environmentally friendly solution than the car is now going to be…
Moncrieff3D Printed Cheesecake
Just when you thought the hype around 3D printing had died a death, scientists have started dipping their toes in the world of culinary arts. After some trial…
MoncrieffA Masterclass in Happiness - Finnish Style
Ever dreamed of a crash course for a happy lifestyle in the world's happiest nation? Finland is the World's happiest country and they are giving you the chance…
MoncrieffThe man living under water for 100 days
The longest period of time a human has spent living continuously underwater is 73 days but now a scientist in Florida is aiming for 100 days. This is a mission…
MoncrieffGuided tours of Derry City
The walled city of Derry is full history, right up to recent times, so when it comes to learning about it all, there are many directions you could take. Gleann…
MoncrieffThe overuse of the word vibe
“That’s such a vibe”, “vibe check”, “that’s just not my vibe”-if you’re a parent to a gen zer you might be familiar with those phases. The word vibe is used so…
MoncrieffSeventh son Danny Gallagher has healed people 'all over the world'
Danny Gallagher is the seventh son of a seventh son and according to Celtic lore, he therefore possesses the power to heal people simply by touching them. He…
Moncrieff‘Forget about Dolly Parton and concentrate more on people's needs’ - Henry McKean in Derry
A DUP MP is on a mission to find fellow Dolly Parton fans in the UK Parliament. Jim Shannon submitted a House of Commons motion to mark the 50th anniversary of…
Moncrieff'Serious difficulties still with the Stormont Brake' - Former SDLP Leader
Mark Durkan has lived in Derry all his life and played a key role during negotiations of the Good Friday Agreement. He is a former leader of the SDLP and…
MoncrieffPartygate: 'Boris Johnson still thinks he can come back to be Prime Minister'
Boris Johnson is currently facing a grilling from MPs on the Commons Privileges Committee in a hearing established to ascertain whether or not he deliberately…
Moncrieff‘It’s a rip off!’ - Henry McKean investigates the impact of shrinkflation
With the continued cost-of-living crisis comes shrinkflation. Shrinkflation is when products shrink in size but will often remain at the same price. Henry…
Moncrieff'Queen Maeve' the Flemish Giant rabbit ‘looking for a good suitable home’
The DSPCA is currently searching for the owners of a giant 7kg rabbit that was found lost in Dublin. ‘Queen Maeve’ is a Flemish Giant rabbit that was…
MoncrieffHow To...Buy a Computer
For this weeks 'How To' slot we’re looking at how to buy a computer. Sean was joined by Elaine Burke, Host of the For Tech Sake Podcast to discuss...
MoncrieffCouncillor calls for more dog wardens to monitor restricted breeds on beaches
Sharon Tolan, Fine Gael Councillor in County Meath joined Sean on the show to discuss why she is calling for more dog wardens in the Meath area...
MoncrieffMost common CV mistakes
Damien McCarthy, CEO of Founder of HR Buddy joined Sean on the show to discuss some of the most common mistakes people make when writing their CV and how to…
MoncrieffIntroducing allergenic foods 'early in life could reduce the possibility of becoming allergic to peanuts'
Is it safe to give your baby peanut products in the first few months of life? The general consensus has been no- but recent research published in The Journal…
Moncrieff'It's life changing!' - Henry McKean searches for a Lotto winner in Duleek
The National Lottery has confirmed last Saturday's €3.9 million jackpot-winning ticket was sold in Duleek, Co Meath, for the second time in 6 months. Henry…
MoncrieffUK trophy hunting ban 'will end up killing far more animals than it saves'
The British government has voted to introduce a ban on trophy hunting after the overwhelming backing of many celebrities and controversial incidents such as…
MoncrieffEmergency phone alert system ‘could be more harm than good’ if used in wrong situation
In the United Kingdom, the have announced they are to introduce an emergency phone alert system. It will activate in danger to life situations such as severe…
MoncrieffRunning the London Marathon backwards
Tom Harrison is currently in preparation to run the London Marathon in a couple of weeks. However unlike his other competitors, Tom plans to run the race…
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News and a Natter: Sinead O'Carroll
Sinéad O’Carroll, Editor of TheJournal.ie joined Sean on the show today to recap the stories making the headlines this past week...
Moncrieff'You name a celebrity, they were there!' - Henry McKean on his time in LA
Henry McKean is just back from the Oscars, the glitz and glam. But what is it really like away from the red carpet? Henry McKean joins Sean in studio to look…
Moncrieff'I ended up having so much fun!' - Exposing romance scams for enjoyment
After receiving dozens of direct messages from scammers, Becky Holmes from Warwickshire in the UK decided to play them at their own game. Her Twitter page…
MoncrieffThe danger of a detox diet
Gwyneth Paltrow has faced a backlash after sharing her ‘wellness’ diet on podcast The Art Of Being Well. Sarah Keogh, Registered Dietician at Eatwell.ie joined…
MoncrieffThose with Arts degrees are 'more able to move from one job or discipline to another'
“Arts degrees are vital to our AI future”, that’s according to Ed Conway- an economics and data editor with Sky News. But how can these humanities courses hold…
Moncrieff'Plenty of good, bad and ugly pints wherever you go' - The Guinness Guru
This weekend is going to be a big weekend for Guinness drinkers. The Cheltenham Festival runs until Friday and it is expected that spectators will sink over…
MoncrieffHow To...Start a Vegetable Garden
For this weeks 'How To' slot we’re looking at how to start a vegetable garden. Sean was joined by Michael Kelly, founder of GIY and author of 'The GIY Diaries'…
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'I don't think I've felt as much fear in the community as I have lately' - Drag queen Veda
Irish drag artist Lavendar has spoken out about the abuse they received after accepting an award for CMAT at last week’s Music Choice Awards. They claim that…
Moncrieff'Not much left for CDs' as vinyl's rise in popularity
The inflation in the cost of living is monitored by a “shopping basket” of goods – how much is a litre of milk, a box of tissues etc. Every now and then it’s…
MoncrieffWhy do we fear clowns?
Are you afraid of clowns? Does Pennywise the Clown from the movie IT fill you full of dread? You are not alone! A new study is looking to find out why clowns…
MoncrieffDyslexia: Employers encouraged to be flexible and make reasonable adjustments
‘People with dyslexia should not be forced to turn up to work on time’ - so claims a headline in the Daily Mail today. A security guard in the UK accused his…
MoncrieffSix asteroids that will 'maybe hit the earth' at the moment
There are a number of asteroids, varying in size, that may or may not hit Earth over the next few centuries. But how likely is it that they could hit us and…
Moncrieff'A good single life can be as happy!' - Why is there stigma around single people?
Why do we have this notion that single people cannot simply be as happy as those in couples? Is your existence only truly validated when you find that other…
MoncrieffAre more people searching for their dream job?
A new survey in the UK has found more than half of employees don't think they will ever be in their dream jobs. It comes as Aldi is looking for a Chief Easter…
MoncrieffHopes for ‘more access to more public beaches’ for naturist community
Women will soon be allowed to swim topless in Berlin's public pools, after a ruling by the city's authorities. It comes after a woman who was thrown out of an…
MoncrieffChina has no 'military or economic reliance' on Russia
Xi Jinping has officially been handed a norm-busting third term as China's president, solidifying his legacy as one of the nation's most powerful leaders in…
Moncrieff'Here is a man who's really done nothing wrong' - Calls to reinstate Fr Tony Flannery
Father Tony Flannery is a popular redemptorist writer. Back in 2012 he was pulled from ministry by the Vatican and his religious congregation over his support…
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News and A Natter: Saoirse Hanley
Saoirse Hanley, Features Writer with the Irish Independent joined Sean on the show today to recap the stories making the headlines this past week...
Moncrieff'A symbol of hopes and dreams' - Henry visits The Hollywood Sign
The Hollywood Sign is celebrating 100 years. The Hollywood Sign Trust maintains it for its cultural and historical importance for LA. Henry McKean met with…
MoncrieffWWE apply to legalise gambling on scripted wrestling matches
World Wrestling Entertainment or WWE, as they are known, are in talks with state gambling regulators in the US in an attempt to legalise betting on…
Moncrieff'Unlawful religious discrimnation' against atheist who applied to be chaplain of Defence Forces, WRC finds
The Workplace Relations Commission has found that John Hamill, who made an application to be a chaplain but was rejected by the Defence Forces had been…
MoncrieffPreparing for a cold snap
With weather warnings left, right and centre is Ireland ever ready to handle the snow? Should we be looking at developing systems if extreme weather is set to…
MoncrieffAre restaurant standards slipping?
Ever found a fly in your soup? A hair in your sandwhich or a nail in your pudding? Well, then you may not be the only one. 9 cafes and restaurants were forced…
MoncrieffBrides being encouraged to make 'once in a lifetime' speech at their wedding
The days of speeches at weddings being the sole responsibility of men – the groom, father and best man – are over. Now, brides, mothers and maids of honour are…