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Moncrieff
The daily dose of madness and intrigue from Sean Moncrieff and his rebel radio crew.
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MoncrieffDirtbirds: 'Our audiences are just fabulous'
With their videos racking up tens of thousands of views, a live tour on the go and now a brand new podcast to boot, Dirtbirds are on the up and up. The…
MoncrieffWallis Bird
Wallis Bird is touring with her 7th studio album called 'Hands'. While she’s in Galway for her Roisin Dubh gig, she’s made time to join Seán Live in the…
MoncrieffAbbeyfeale locals bare all for charity calendar
Like a lot of small towns in Ireland, Abbeyfeale in Limerick has been feeling a bit neglected in recent years. In order to boost the town's profile, local…
Moncrieff‘I do think people deserve to be cancelled’ - Are Gen Z 'less tolerant' of others' views
According to a UK Channel 4 survey studying the rise of “young illiberal progressives”, found that those aged 13 to 24 could be considered “less liberal” than…
MoncrieffMaking wine in Ireland
Here in Ireland we’re best known from producing excellent beers and spirits, but Irish made wine might sound as an unlikely idea. David Llevellyn, a farmer…
MoncrieffComedian Ian Lynam 'feels free of the shame attached to' breast reduction surgery
Breast reduction surgery is a procedure to reduce the size and weight of your breasts. Often the reason for reduction is back pain in women. But it’s not only…
MoncrieffOwning the world's most dangerous plant
Despite the risk of a painful sting which can last for week or months on end, an Oxford man has grown one of the world’s most dangerous plants in his house…
MoncrieffThe role of deacons in Ireland
With a quarter of priests set to retire in the next 15 years, could the diaconate become even more important? What roles do they currently do? John Taffe has…
MoncrieffHow To...Run in an Election
For this weeks 'How To' slot we’re looking at how to run in an election in Ireland. Sean was joined in studio by Noel Rock, Former Fine Gael TD and Director of…
MoncrieffGráínne Seoige on 'taking the shame and stigma' out of menopause
"So many women in Ireland are suffering with menopause” - says broadcaster Grainne Seoige. In her new documentary for TG4 she explores the topic that affects…
MoncrieffFriendship counselling: 'The reality is friendships end'
As humans we have the ability to make and sustain friendships and it is considered something that indicates a healthy personality. The ability to care for…
Moncrieff'Big problem' with bird flu among seabirds in Ireland
Ireland needs a task force to tackle the current bird flu epidemic says Niall Hatch of Bird Watch Ireland. He is very concerned about the State response in…
MoncrieffThe History of the Irish Coffee
As the Laughter Lounge here in Dublin evolves into a theatre space and a comedy club, a new play entitled ‘The First Irish Coffee’ kicks things off from…
MoncrieffDads nowadays 'are far more involved than what they were'
Writing in the Irish Independent, Chrissie Russell says the phrase 'daddy daycare' really annoys me.' Do we take the role of fatherhood seriously enough and do…
MoncrieffChampagne designed for space
A lot of things have been to space on the various missions over the past 60 years but this may well be a first. A specially designed bottle of champagne…
MoncrieffHow to use up leftover Halloween pumpkin
William Murray from the Currabinny Food Company joined Sean on the show to discuss different recipes in which you can use your leftover pumpkin...
MoncrieffImage based sexual abuse 'growing everyday'
With the prevalence of smart phones and an ever-growing variety of apps and websites, sharing of intimate images is experienced by more and more people.It used…
Moncrieff'There's still an awful lot anti-gay sentiment' in Northern Ireland
Data on the number of people identifying as lesbian, gay or bisexual in Northern Ireland appears to suggest that the community is much smaller than the UK…
Moncrieff'I don't think there's anything off limits!" - Henry explores the boundaries of a relationship
Loose Women TV Presenter and Birds of a Feather actress Linda Robson, says she never takes her clothes off in front of her husband because of her Catholic…
Moncrieff'People still have a phobia of going into the ground' - Increasing popularity for cremation
Cork County Councillors were discussing a pilot project to introduce a Columbarium wall in Bantry. This is a wall with individual spaces for storing urns…
Moncrieff'I do have skin cancer' - Junior Minister Mary Butler
Mary Butler is a TD and Junior Health Minister, and so spends her time deep in healthcare provision. Around three years ago, Minister Butler noticed a mole on…
MoncrieffHow To...Buy the best kitchen appliances
For this weeks 'How To' slot we’re looking at how to know what are the best appliances to buy for your kitchen. Sean was joined in studio by Darragh Garvey…
MoncrieffStepping-stone ceremonies being celebrated as Communion alternative
Clara Malone used to work for a multinational company before she did and about turn and decided to retrain as a celebrant. Now, she conducts marriages, naming…
MoncrieffPartial solar eclipse visible over Ireland
A partial solar eclipse took place on Tuesday morning. Around a quarter of the moon covered the sun. Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie had his telescope out and…
MoncrieffWorld record for the fastest mile travelling in reverse
A new world record has been set for driving the fastest mile in reverse. The record has now been officially certified by the Guinness Book of Records. Sean was…
MoncrieffFresh calls for assisted dying legislation in Ireland
A protest took place outside Leinster House today to mark World Right to Die Day. Dr Brendan O’Shea, Assitant Professor for General Practice in Trinity College…
MoncrieffJewish community in Ireland is 'slowly growing'
A new Jewish Cultural Centre is set to open imminently in Rathmines here in Dublin and will even feature a classic New York style Jewish deli. All this is in…
MoncrieffThe truth behind the fashion brand Shein
In the space of just a few years the Chinese fast fashion giant Shein has become an online behemoth. A new documentary exposes not only how it targets…
MoncrieffHSE programme helping pregnant women quit smoking
Pregnant women will be handed free vapes by a south London council to stop them spending money on cigarettes and help them to eventually become smoke free Is…
MoncrieffNews and A Natter: Fin Dwyer
Fin Dwyer, historian and host of the Irish History Podcast joined Sean on the show today to recap some of the stories making the headlines over the weekend...
MoncrieffHollywood film brought 'a buzz' to Achill
The Banshees of Inisherin is released today in cinemas across the country but it was this time last year that the filmmakers wrapped up the project on Achill…
MoncrieffOctopus deserve 'not to be farmed and not to be eaten'
Elisa Allen, PETA’s Vice President of Programmes joined Sean on the show to discuss octopus consumption and the 'octopus'...
MoncrieffThe first solar powered, carbon neutral boat to sail the Shannon
Artist Denis Connolly and his wife Anne Cleary became the first couple to navigate Ireland’s waterway network all the way from Limerick to Enniskillen on their…
MoncrieffTravelling to every country in the world
Dominic Maher left Templemore, Co. Tipperary in 1985 to live in America and has spent much of the last 10 year travelling the globe and has done it. Dominic…
Moncrieff'I've sworn at least five times today!' - How common is swearing in everyday language?
Krishnan Guru Murphy was caught off camera swearing at MP Steve Baker on Channel 4 yesterday as the Conservative Party meltdown continues across the water…
Moncrieff'Everything is on the line' - Climate activists praised for radicalism
The responses to the Just Stop Oil group throwing a can of soup over Van Gogh’s Sunflowers painting have begun to shift, with an increasing amount of people…
MoncrieffFormer Black Panther Leader Elmer Dixon
To mark Black History Month, Trinity College will host a public lecture with Elmer Dixon, former Black Panther and co-founder of the Seattle Chapter of the…
Moncrieff'People are flat out there' - Breast cancer survivor post double-mastectomy
Last week saw the largest flatties meet up in the world held in Colorado, USA. Breast cancer survivors who have chosen not to undergo reconstructive surgery…
MoncrieffHow to...Leave the Catholic Church
For this weeks 'How To' slot we’re looking at leaving the Catholic Church in Ireland. Sean was joined in studio by Michael Nugent, Chairperson of Atheist…
MoncrieffCan orgasms help your pelvic floor muscles after pregnancy?
Aoife Harvey, specialist in women’s pelvic health physiotherapy from Women’s Health Dublin joined Sean on the show to discuss a new study that suggests orgasms…
Moncrieff'We need to have a cleaning out of the stables' - Lord Mountbatten accused of sexual abuse
Today a legal case is being brought against a number of Northern Ireland institutions alleging that Lord Louis Mountbatten abused a named boy at Kincora Boys’…
MoncrieffGolden Canary Diamond to be auctioned in New York
The Golden Canary Diamond, weighing a colossal 303.10 carats, is one of the largest polished diamonds in the world and the largest flawless diamond ever…
Moncrieff'Absolutely wonderful' - Henry takes the coach to London
For many of us before air travel became affordable, the only way to get to London was via bus and ferry. As we all feel the pinch and with air travel going up…
MoncrieffCairns: 'Needs to be a full scale investigation' into mother and baby homes
The government’s redress scheme for survivors of mother and baby homes will not include special compensation for victims of illegal vaccine trials that were…
MoncrieffMario Rosenstock
From Miriam O’Callaghan to Michael Flatley and Ronan Keating, Mario Rosenstock has made a name for himself, mimicking the quirky traits of some of Ireland’s…
Moncrieff'There's massive horror stories' - Cosmetic procedures abroad
Michelle Furey Lawlor, owner and director of Je Juve Clinic joined Sean on the show to discuss Brazilian bum lifts, the rise in popularity of cosmetic…
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News and a Natter: Elaine Burke
Elaine Burke, Editor at Silicon Republic joined Sean on the show today to recap some of the stories making the headlines over the weekend...
Moncrieff'Oh my fishmonger!' - The Corkman who befriended Queen Elizabeth II
Sean was joined live in The River Lee Hotel in Cork by Pat O'Connell, the famous fishmonger of the English Market in Cork City. Pat was the subject of what has…
MoncrieffSonia O'Sullivan: 'I'm definitely not as competitive as I used to be'
Sean was joined live in The River Lee Hotel in Cork by former Irish Olympian, Sonia O'Sullivan. She joined Sean to discuss her career, keeping up running and…
Moncrieff'Some people can pull it off!' - Is being bald considered sexy?
Vin Diesel has been voted the Hottest Bald Man for 2022. Newstalk Reporter Henry McKean hit the streets to find out if people find bald men attractive?
MoncrieffA History of Phobias
Kate Summerscale, author of The Book of Phobias and Manias: A History of Obsession, joined Sean on the show...
MoncrieffIrish man who saved his phone from a Venice canal
Have you ever dropped your phone in a place you really had to think twice about retrieving it from? Darren Stevens, Football coach and DJ joined Sean on the…
MoncrieffErnest Shackleton's second cousin wants the Endurance 'left alone'
Since Ernest Shackleton’s ship Endurance was finally discovered earlier this year, after resting at the bottom of the ocean off Antarctica for over a hundred…
MoncrieffThe USA Mullet Championships
The search is on for America’s next top Mullet. With 600 hopefuls entering from every corner of the United States, a celebrity judging panel has whittled the…
Moncrieff'I was a functioning alcoholic' - Dubliner traded party lifestyle for saving street dogs
Niall Harbison was used to the jet set lifestyle that came with owning social media companies such as Simply Zesty and Lovin’ Dublin but grew weary of the…
MoncrieffHow To...Foster a Child
For this weeks 'How To' slot we’re looking at fostering children in Ireland and how it works in Ireland. Sean was joined in studio by Catherine Bond, CEO of…
Moncrieff'You have a stamp in seconds!' - An Post launches world's first digital stamp
In a world first, An Post has announced they’re now offering a digital stamp. No more licking the glue or leaving an unsent card on the hall table because you…
MoncrieffRathkeale communities 'integrate with eachother' when Travelling community return for Christmas
According to the Limerick Leader, Travellers will start returning to Rathkeale soon for the festive period and community groups want them to stay long after…
MoncrieffIrish Amputee Football team 'could badly do with a sponsor'
On Sunday the 2022 Amputee World Cup came to a close in Turkey. It was 17th edition of the competition that takes place every 4 years. It welcomes people with…
MoncrieffShould breastfeeding lessons be taught in schools?
Breastfeeding rates are low in Ireland when compared to other European countries. There have been many suggestions for raising this, but the Green Party is…