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Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
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Episodes
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
You’re Grounded (The Diss Track): The Granny Rapper’s Christmas
Pj Chats with Sally Crowley about how a cheeky family diss turned her into Cork’s granny rapper—and launched a rap journey. Hosted on Acast. See…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
The Rory Route: Inside Rory’s Travel Club
PJ Chats with Rory King, owner of Rory's Travels, who offers smarter itineraries, lower prices, and trips you won’t find on comparison sites. Hosted on Acast…
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Salted Caramel Christmas :Out with the old puds in with the new
PJ Chats with Cork's Niamh Cosgrave who charts the fastest-growing festive flavours and the decline of the old-school pud. Hosted on Acast. See…
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Cold Shock, Warm Hearts: Cold-water feats in West Cork.
PJ chats with Jay Cornish on how the Hearty Hulks are turning cold-water grit into fundraising success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Cookbooks for XMAS
PJ chats with Elke O’Mahony who stirs up Cookbook recommendations for gift ideas this Christmas! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Marathon Mind, Marathon Miles: The first Irishman to swim the River Plate
PJ Chats with Fermoy's Owen O'Keefe, who shares the journey from hometown pools to a landmark 40 km swim across the massive River Plate in South America…
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Cork’s “French Val” on 7% kidney function , and her son Jordy’s bottle-drive
PJ chats to Val who explains life at 7% kidney function, waiting for the Beaumont call, and her son Jordy’s €1,000 Re-turn refunds. Hosted on Acast. See…
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Mankeeping Explained
PJ Chats with Sarah Harte who breaks down “mankeeping” and why more people are refusing the role in modern relationships. Hosted on Acast. See…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
The Sophie Case: 29 Years On.
PJ chats to veteran reporter Michael Sheridan who reveals fresh developments from the Garda cold case review of the 1996 murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier…
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2025-12-19 Xmas In Crumlin For Little Fighter Evie-Mae, Road Safety Authority Backtrack, Give Edible Gifts & More...
PJ talks to Jonathan whose little fighter Evie-Mae faces Christmas in Crumlin, hears why hauliers are fuming the government backtracked on plans to end the…
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Ballinhassig Bright: Casa of Cheer
PJ chats to Justin Nagle who discusses the heart‑warming Christmas lights display raising funds for CASA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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The Corkman Who Named a Nation
PJ chats to Morgan O’Sullivan and Joe Heenan who reveal how Blackrock’s Stephen Moylan coined “The United States of America.” Hosted on Acast. See…
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Handmade Holidays: Edible Gifts with Rory O’Connell
PJ Chats to Ballymaloe’s Rory O’Connell who shares elegant, homemade treats to elevate your Christmas giving. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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VAT Cut, Same Bill: Hospitality Under the Microscope
PJ chats to Seamus Coffey, from the Fiscal Council, who explains why menu prices didn’t budge despite a hard‑won VAT reduction. Hosted on Acast. See…
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Kinsale Cool: From Rugby History to Must‑Have Style
PJ chats to Attila Magyar of Mamukko who turns a massive piece of Irish rugby heritage into wearable gear with a purpose. Hosted on Acast. See…
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Empty Chair, Full Heart: How Kate learned to live with absence.
PJ chats with Kate Durrant who shares how a simple cardigan became a bridge across 17 years of grief. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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Raincoats or Skis? Cork’s Christmas Forecast
PJ Chats with Alan O’Reilly from Carlow Weather who weighs up rain, cold snaps, and travel tips for Christmas in Cork. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
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Hauliers on the Hook: What the RSA Reversal Means
PJ Chats to Ger Hyland, President of The Irish Road Haulage Association about their view on cancelled reforms and the knock‑on effects for operators. Hosted on…
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Brave Little Star: XMAS in Crumlin
PJ Speaks to Jonathan McGlynn who prepares to spend Christmas in Crumlin hospital with his daughter, 3 month old Evie-Mae. Hosted on Acast. See…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
2025-12-18 No More Soup Kitchens In Patrick St, The Great Lock In, Corks True Grit Formula Driver & More...
PJ hears about a new indoor hub for Corks soup kitchens, learns about The Great Lock In, chats to Kayls Cole about her flourishing Formula career. And more…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Peach Vintage, Cork Roots: Why shopping local matters.
PJ Chats to Katie Sloane of Peach Vintage Clothing, who encourages everyone to shop local this Christmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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Move to Sooth- Breath as Medicine
PJ chats to Stella Temirati, a Nervous System Coach and Breathwork Facilitator who helps people move out of 'survival mode' and back into a state of peace…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Formula - Cork Grit for our Girl Kayleigh
PJ chats to Cork's own Kayleigh 'Kayls' Cole about breaking into Motorsport and how the Cork native carved her path onto the grid against the odds. Hosted on…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Quiet Fields, Loud Problems – Cocaine in the Country
PJ chats to addiction counsellor Michael Guerin about how drug-related issues in Cork aren’t just a city problem, and how cocaine use is affecting people of…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
From Loss to Lifeline: Kate’s Swim and the People Who Save Lives
PJ chats with Kate Colbert who explains why she’s taking to the water in memory of her best friend, Cormac. Philip Johnston, diver with Mallow Search and…
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The Great Lock‑In 2025: Hype, Help and How‑Tos with Erin McCafferty
PJ asks Erin McCafferty what the TikTok ‘Great Lock‑In’ really is, why a year‑end deadline boosts motivation, and how to start safely today. Hosted on Acast…
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What Are The Most In Demand Jobs?
As many look to a new job to fight the cost of living, PJ checks out the hot jobs in Ireland with Chris Paye of irishjobs.ie Hosted on Acast. See…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Protest Over Rents Students Get Charged Outside Dáil Today 11am
PJ talks to organizer of the cross party protest Sen Laura Harmon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Fishermen Face Their Darkest Hour
PJ talks to fisherman Patrick Murphy about why they are so angry with the effect trade negotiations are having on their quotas. Hosted on Acast. See…
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Soup Kitchens Move From Patrick St To Indoors Tonight!
PJ talks to Sinead Leahy from Friends with Heart and Jess Deverux from Kindness Krew who are excited to be moving indoors at a new hub on Kyrl's Quay Hosted on…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
2025-12-17 Taoiseach Fights Another Day, Foxhunting Ban? Hero Puppies & More...
PJ looks at the Gavingate Report, hears about the Dáil vote on foxhunting, admires some superhero puppies. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
The People's Picture House: A Monthly Rebellion for Local Filmmakers
Ditching restrictive film festivals for an open, relaxed screening in a pub Graham created The Peoples Picturehouse he tells PJ with a special Xmas screening…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
From Broken to Beacon Lisa Murphy's Award For Volunteer Of The Year
PJ chats to Lisa Murphy of The Glen who won "Volunteer of the Year," proving that recovery and a simple chat over tea can rebuild a life and an entire…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Natural Xmas Treats Good For Your Pet & Things That Can Harm!
PJ gets the lowdown from Sinéad Mellett of the Natural Vet Company about Xmas treats that harm your pet and some treats that do great things for them too!…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
What's It Like To Raise A Superhero Assistance Dog?
Dee tells PJ what it's like to raise a pup that will use its superhero powers to help kids living with autism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Our Superhero Pup Litter Makes Us Proud At Autism Dogs Assistance Ireland
PJ chats to Dave McCarthy of AADI.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Foxhunting Vote In The Dáil Today
PJ talks to Martina Kenny of My Lovely Horse Rescue who wants a pro-animal but respectful debate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Walk Off The Turkey - Here Are Cork’s Best (& Safest) Winter Walks
PJ talks to John Dwyer author of "50 Best Irish Walks" because there are awesome trails on our doorstep. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
The Hunt For A Pink Pam Puff Hoodie To Save Xmas!
PJ hears a plea from Dad Paul. Can you help him be a Xmas hero? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Hear The Plans The Council OKed For The Front Of Roches Stores
PJ talks to Emer Walsh of the Irish Examiner who has the scoop! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Background On The Gavingate Report
Adam Higgins of The Irish Sun tells PJ even sending an email query to a political party can tie up a paper in libel lawsuits. Hosted on Acast. See…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Has Micheál Martin Survived Gavingate?
No smoking gun but not a lot of praise either DCU's Prof Gary Murphy tells PJ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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2025-12-16 Lifetime Loan Living Nightmare, COVID Nurse Heroes Case Aside When Sick, Bake Treats For Your Dog & More...
PJ hears from a man facing homelessness because of a lifetime loan, talks to a nurse who ran to danger in our dark COVID-19 days but may be abandoned now she…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Learn To Bake For Your Doggie!🐶
PJ talks to Lucy Marshman, Owner/Head Baker The Pawprint Bakery about her online course in baking for your dog that's on tonight. To join go to this page here…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
When Georgie Best Played Soccer In Cork
Not many know but the soccer legend played in Cork for Cork Celtic. PJ finds out more for Trevor Welch of The Score on Corks 96FM and Brian Reddin of Dearg…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
All Girl Carolling Throughout City Centre This Saturday
PJ talks to Dyanne Hanrahan of the Jingle Belles All Female Choir who are singing throughout the city this Saturday (1100 GPO 1130 old Ulster Bank 1200 – Opera…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Killian’s Call From A Dark Place To A Daily Run For The Samaritans
Killian, “the Consistent Cork Runner,” tells PJ about turning the worst year of his life into a 365-day running streak to rebuild his mental health and inspire…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
The 159 Healthcare Workers Left Behind After Everything They Gave During COVID
PJ talks to Noreen, who suffers from Long COVID after getting infected during lockdown and now faces financial ruin as the government cuts off financial…
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Lifetime Loans/Equity Release A Cautionary Tale
PJ talks to Dara who faces losing his home to liquidate the equity release loan his mother took out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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Ambulance Service At The Brink Now Being Used By Drunks To Get Home
PJ talks to Ger O'Dea, National Ambulance Service Community Engagement Manager, about the way some people are abusing our hard-pressed ambulance service Hosted…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Cynthia Ní Mhurchú Wants Tough Sanctions On Drug Driving Plus Some Thoughts On Gavingate Report
Soaring drug driving figures shows Garda units need to be resourced plus PJ slips in a Gavingate question. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Mobile Phone Masts Appearing In Housing Estates
PJ talks to Cllr Jack White who says normal planning rules don't apply to mobile phone masts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
2025-12-15 Horror In Bondi, Road Death Monuments, Penny Dinners At Xmas & More...
PJ hears about the shocking attack in Bondi, looks at efforts to prevent road death monuments at accident sites, learns what Penny Dinners is doing to help at…
- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Terror In The Australian High Summer - Bondi Shattered By Hate Crime
PJ talks to Suzi O'Brien who runs a hair business near where the bloodshed happened. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Is F1 The New Top Gun? Oscar Buzz and Box Office Records
Crossy debates with PJ if the "snooty" Academy will embrace this high-octane crowd-pleaser or if it will be snubbed despite the massive viewership. Hosted on…
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Sliding Cat Food Under Tommy Tiernan’s Door! Fred Cooke Ahead Of His Cork Visit
Comedian Fred Cooke reveals backstage secrets to PJ Coogan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Carrigaline's Teacher Tadhg Is Spreading The Science Love
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Perfume Gift Buying Tips!
PJ unravels the mystery of how to buy a perfume for someone with Mary Jane O'Regan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Who's in the House? Peggy the Dame Takes Over PJ's Show!
Fionula Linehan, Ireland's only female panto dame, discusses stepping into the iconic role of Peggy Toomey and bringing pure Cork humor to the stage at the…
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What's On The Minds Of The People Using Penny Dinners This Xmas?
PJ hears the views of those getting support at Penny Dinners from Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne who spoke to them Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…