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- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Mortgage From A Credit Union Can Be The Ticket Says Mallow CU
A Credit Union brings something different to buying a house Kieran O’Callaghan, Head of Lending Mallow CU, tells PJ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
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10 Ft Sunflowers In Mayfield
Sean has 10ft sunflowers and he tells Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne he's thrilled. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Cork Catches The Labubu Craze!
Labubu fan Jodie McCormack from The Irish Sun shares her enthusiasm for the cute(?) critters with PJ Coogan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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West Cork Needs Mobile Coverage Sorted Out
PJ talks to Finbarr O'Shea of Glenview Heating about the problems caused to his business by spotty mobile coverage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
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CSO Figures Show Northside/Southside Divide
Helen O’Keeffe from Auctioneera tells PJ the difference between buying on different sides of the river is €88k! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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2025-08-20 College costs a fortune, E-Scooter injuries, Blackpool festival & more
Cork is one of the most expensive places to go to college - and its about to get worse....E-scooters - an emergency doctor is calling for better regulations…
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A Look Ahead To Blackpool Block Party This Sunday
There's a big party happening in Blackpool on Sunday, PJ finds out more from Louise Jordan! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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This Year's Rose Was Wired To Win!
PJ chats to Nicola Dunne, host of The Roses Of Tralee Podcast about the final! See also here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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1 Million Extra Home Care Hours Needed In Cork
PJ talks to Joseph Musgrave, CEO of HCCI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Micro Cars For 16 Year Olds - Should We Join Europe In Allowing Them?
PJ talks through how this can help families organize their transport with Cllr Damien Boylan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Scooter Injuries Are Climbing
Dr Hugh Doran says only the very serious accidents hit the media but doctors see nasty injuries from scooter accidents that do not get reported. Hosted on…
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People Still Die In Fires - Don't Be One Of Them!
PJ talks to Ger Ryan of Cork City Fire Brigade about how fatalities happen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Cork Is So Costly For College Students
PJ chats to Alex Fuertes Roper of UCC SU and to Jen Hogan, parenting journalist with the Irish Times about a switcher.ie survey showing college is expensive in…
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When Things Go Wrong Don't Get Ripped Off!
PJ gets tips on how to get your rights from Grainne Griffin, Director of Communications at the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission Hosted on Acast…
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Strike At School! Secretaries & Caretakers Want Fair Play
PJ hears that many school secretaries can't even get bereavement leave from Noreen O'Callaghan of Forsa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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2025-08-19 Buying medicines online, Science challenges influencers, the Rose of Tralee & more
Tempted to buy medicines online? Don’t, says Caitriona - it’s illegal and it could be dangerous...Ingredients influencers? Stop, you haven’t a clue says Niamh…
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Rose of Tralee night 1 Recap
Nicola Dunn, former Luxembourg Rose and 2012 Rose of Tralee, speaks to PJ about the magic of the festival. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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Groundbreaking Exhibition tells Stories of Hope and Breakthroughs
PJ explores the transformative power of cancer research with Orla Dolan, CEO of Breakthrough Cancer Research, and Fiona Ryan, a BRCA2 gene carrier. From the…
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The Truth Behind School Meals & Social Media Hype
Nutritionist Niamh O’Connor explains why much of the fear around “ultra-processed” foods is overblown, how misleading social media posts are shaping parental…
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Loss, Recovery and Community Spirit following blaze
On August 10th, a devastating blaze tore through two homes in Carrigaline, leaving families with nothing but the clothes on their backs. PJ hears from…
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The Dangers of Buying Medicine Online
As weight-loss injections and powerful painkillers appear for sale online, Irish pharmacists are warning of a hidden black market where most products are fake…
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Update on the Blackwaters Fish Tragedy
Tens of thousands of fish have died along the River Blackwater in one of the worst environmental incidents in recent memory. PJ speaks with Sean Long of Inland…
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2025-08-18 Blackwater fish kill crisis, Could you do CPR, Oasis fans had a ball & more
The blackwater fish kill - it’s a lot worse than anyone thought - and please don’t eat the dead fish...Could you do CPR - 96FM & the ambulance service are…
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Oasis Rock Croke Park
Oasis’ reunion shows at Croke Park left fans calling them the greatest gigs they’ve ever seen. With 80,000 people singing in unison across two sold-out nights…
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Cork Students Face Housing Crisis Ahead of Semester
With UCC and MTU due to resume classes in early September, students are once again struggling to find affordable accommodation. UCC Students’ Union says the…
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Learn to Save a Life: CPR Events in Cork
Every minute counts in a cardiac arrest and learning CPR could be the difference between life and death. This week, Cork’s 96FM joins forces with the National…
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Cork Opera House Will Come Alive To The Sound of Music
Cork Opera House is bringing The Sound of Music back to the stage for the first time in over a decade. Opening July 2026, the large-scale local production will…
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River Blackwater Fish Kill: Ireland’s Worst?
A massive fish kill on the River Blackwater may be the worst in Ireland’s history. Up to 30,000 trout, salmon, and eels have died along a 30-kilometre stretch…
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Dáithí at the Dome
Ahead of his 15th year hosting the Rose of Tralee, Dáithí Ó Sé talks to PJ about the joy of the festival, working alongside co-host Kathryn Thomas, the…
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Pedalling Past Limits
Eighteen-year-old Cormac O’Callaghan from Cork is set to represent Ireland at the UCI World Championships, while living with muscular dystrophy. From lockdown…
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On the Frontline: Life with Cork’s Paramedics
Paul Byrne rides along with Cork’s National Ambulance Service to witness the reality behind the sirens. Along the way, they open up about the emotional toll…
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2025-08-15 The ambulance service in action, York hill will be a nightmare, Oasis fever & more
The ambulance service - we’ve been out to see and hear them in action.. York Hill its going to be a nightmare when kids go back to school, Oasis fever - are…
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Help Bring Carol Home
When 58-year-old Carol Callaghan collapsed from a sudden cardiac arrest while on holiday in Spain, her family was told she might not survive. Against the odds…
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York Hill Roadblock: Cork’s Traffic Shake-Up
Cork City Council’s plan to block through traffic on York Hill is about to change the daily commute for locals, parents, and bus drivers alike. PJ Coogan talks…
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2025-08-14 The ever-increasing cost of living, Can you date your AI, Nancy is the bookies favourite & more
#The cost of living - in a wealthy country why are things so tough for ordinary people....A romantic relationship with Chat GPT - are people really that…
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From Meelin to the Rose of Tralee
PJ Coogan catches up with 2025 Cork Rose Nancy Lehane ahead of the Rose of Tralee Festival. From growing up in Ireland’s highest village to becoming the…
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Love in the Age of AI
A recent survey revealed that 1 in 10 Irish adults have formed a romantic connection with an AI chatbot. PJ Coogan speaks with Fiona O’Malley, CEO of Turn2Me…
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Qualified but Jobless: Ireland’s Teacher Shortage Paradox
Newly qualified teachers in Ireland are facing a paradox a well-publicised shortage of staff, yet no clear path to full-time, permanent work. PJ speaks with…
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Stopping the Exploitation of Tragedy
When tragedy strikes, why do some people’s first instincts lead them to hit “record” instead of offering help? Kerry TD Michael Healy-Rae speaks to PJ about…
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The Squeezed Middle
With just 54 days to Budget Day 2025, Cork voices reveal the harsh reality of the cost-of-living crisis. Reporter Paul Byrne hears from families, workers, and…
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The Yellow-Legged Invader
Cork is on alert after the discovery of the Asian hornet a predator that threatens honeybees, wild insects, and local biodiversity. PJ speaks with Pat Deasy…
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2025-08-13 Courts need to get tough say ISME, Heatwaves across Europe, Laughter & tears with Imelda May & more
We’re sick of it - shopowners in Cork call on the courts to toughen up their sentencing..Heatwaves across Europe - but climate change isn’t stopping families…
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Imelda May: The Mother of All the Behans
Live in studio with PJ, Imelda May talks about her critically acclaimed one-woman show Mother of All the Behans, returning to The Everyman in August 2025 after…
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Keeping Dogs Safe in Summer Heat
PJ chats with dog behaviour expert Nancy Creedon about the hidden dangers summer heat poses for our four-legged friends. From the deadly risk of heatstroke to…
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The Hidden Cost of Crime for Small Businesses
Pj speaks to Neil McDonnell of ISME and retailer Willie O’Brien about the survey showing two-thirds of businesses escape crimebut those on the front lines face…
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Anglers Urged to Halt Fishing After Blackwater Trout Deaths
An alarming fish kill on an 8km stretch of the River Blackwater near Mallow has left over a thousand trout dead. Sean Long, Southwest Director of Inland…
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From Sore Shoulder to Survival: Megan’s Leukemia Journey
What starts as a simple sore shoulder leads Megan Rafferty into a life-changing diagnosis of acute leukemia. Speaking to PJ Coogan Megan recounts her…
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2025-08-12 Gorse fire off shore, Four generations, two shops, what do our dreams mean & more
A gorse fire offshore - how to get a fire crew there in a hurry? 4 generations , 2 shops , there has to be a book in the story of McSweeneys, those strange…
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All Aboard Again? The Campaign to Bring the Train Back to Youghal
Passenger trains haven’t run to Youghal since 1987, but a growing local movement says it’s time to put them back on track. PJ Coogan spoke with Michael…
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McSweeney’s Corner Shop: Four Generations of Sweet Treats & Community Spirit
For over seventy years, McSweeney’s Corner Shop in Gardiners Hill has been more than a place to pick up the essentials, it’s been the beating heart of the…
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Fire on Heir Island: Lifeboats, Hosepipe Bans & Habitat at Risk
When a gorse blaze broke out on remote Heir Island, West Cork’s lifeboat crew raced against time to ferry firefighters to the scene. PJ spoke to Baltimore…
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2025-08-11 Mohammed is a river rescue hero, Cork Airport on the up, Kayls dreams of an F1 drive & more
Mohammed says he’s not a hero - but he certainly is - others would have started taking a video...Exciting times at Cork Airport - the future is as bright as it…
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Humid Nights & Great Days? What's In Store With The Weather
Change is in store and PJ finds out what to expect from Cathal Nolan of Ireland's Weather Channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Craic On! Singles Festival: Bantry’s Wildest Weekend Rescues Singles From Swipe Fatigue
Danielle tells PJ how Ireland’s most inclusive matchmaking revolution, complete with man auctions, queer garden parties, and a real-life Cilla Black showdown…
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Espresso Showdown: Inside Ireland’s Wildest Coffee Competition – With Badger & Dodo’s Brock Lewin
Cork’s coffee king Brock Lewin spills the beans on the Irish AeroPress Championships to PJ Coogan – where underdogs, mad science, and explosive flavors collide…
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How Corks Kayleigh Cole Is Smashing Limits In Motorsports
From karting champion to F1000 trailblazer, Kayleigh "Kayls" Cole is defying expectations in motorsport PJ finds out where she is inspiring a new generation of…
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From One Idea to 10,000 Fans: How Francis McEveney Built Ireland’s Biggest Girls’ Football Blitz
Francis McEveney saw a gap in girls’ sports—and turned a simple idea into a celebration of ladies football, community, and inclusion. PJ found out how the…
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Would Irexit Mean A Chance At Cutting Our Own USA Trade Deal?
Denis worried about the tariff trade war and says Ireland should cut its own deals because the EU clearly isn't good at it Hosted on Acast. See…
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Cork To Kinsale Greenway CPO Opposition Gears Up
PJ speaks to Noreen Ring who explains how support has been growing. For more info see this Facebook page here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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Money Tips For Back To School
PJ gets tips from Kel Galavan on surviving the back to school costs including intriguing advice to "pay yourself first" See more Kel at Mrs Smart Money Hosted…