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Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
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- Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
From The Spanish Armada To Custom House Quay Step Aboard History This Weekend
Lupo gives PJ the scoop the Galeón Andalucía - the breathtaking 16th-century Spanish galleon that's docked in Cork this weekend Visit The Galeón Andalucía at…
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How a Ballyhass National School Became Ireland's Fittest!
Teacher Tracey and her 6th class stars Aoidhe, Sinead, Cormac and Danny reveal how Ballyhass NS sprinted past hundreds of schools to claim Ireland’s fittest…
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Love Wins! Don O'Neill Reflects on Ireland's Historic Yes Vote 10 Years On
Fashion icon Don O'Neill shares how Ireland's marriage equality vote transformed life for him and his husband Pascal Guillermie Hosted on Acast. See…
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My Daughter The Lemonade Stand CEO At 5½!
Angela O’Donnell tells PJ her daughter’s lemonade stand—complete with a CEO title—reveals the early roots of entrepreneurship. Hosted on Acast. See…
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Skip the Degree And Still Land The Job Tech Apprenticeships Are Booming
Jessica McKeown reveals how tech apprenticeships are helping people launch lucrative careers without the college debt. People can visit fit.ie to find out…
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Gentleman Paramedic Kieran Minahan Gets A Surprise At Cork City Hall & Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne Captures The Moment
Kieran Minahan gets a huge surprise after he was asked to a volunteer event at Cork City Hall on Tuesday. Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne was there to capture…
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Locked Out - Nivene Built ‘Moms Helping Moms Cork’ Then Lost It Overnight
Cork mum Nivene created a safe space for mums in Cork. Then, with one ban, she lost it all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Too Good For The Áras? Andrew Says Use Mike Ryan’s Talents Where They Count
Andrew Lynch argues that Mike Ryan is too skilled for a ceremonial role—and explains why Health or Housing would be a far better fit. Hosted on Acast. See…
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Eurovision’s Televoting Scrutinized
PJ talks to Ken Sweeney of The Sun as more and more people are questioning what happened with the public vote at Eurovision Hosted on Acast. See…
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Anchors Aweigh For A Fun Weekend As Cork Celebrates Its Natural Harbour
Trish Murphy of Cork City Council and Lord Mayor Dan Boyle reveal how Cork's seafaring past is fueling its future as Europe gathers for Maritime Day with fun…
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2025-05-20 Mary Lou On Protecting Neutrality, Lifebuoy Thugs, Help A Mum With A Daughter In Pain & More...
PJ Coogan hears Mary Lou McDonald get passionate about Ireland's neutrality ahead of her meeting in Cork, talks to KellyAnn who says tampering with lifebuoys…
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My Daughter's Tummy Is In Agony - How Do I Fix This?
Melissa lives every mother’s nightmare watching her child suffer but no one seems to be able to help with her digestive issues she tells PJ. Can you point her…
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No Hotel No Problem How Aine Is Reinventing Gig Tours
Hotels eating gig money? Aine has the answer with The Duffbox a musician’s tiny home on wheels and now she's made it better! Hosted on Acast. See…
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Unmasking Autism - Tommy The Gym Owner’s Self-Discovery
Tommy talks to PJ about the strain of masking to please other people and how getting a diagnosis helped Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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No Footpaths, No Buses, No Answers - Kerry Pike’s Fight Mirrors Widespread Safety Concerns
Kerry Pike’s population has exploded—so why are its roads stuck in the past Ian McGregor asks PJ Coogan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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Hydrant Abuse Leaves Families with Filthy Water When Will Irish Water Act?
A reckless act at a fire hydrant has left families with dirty water and damaged appliances—why isn’t more being done to stop it Michelle O'Mahony and Cllr…
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Mike Ryan - From Global Health Hero to Áras an Uachtaráin?
Sophi tells PJ that the WHO's loss could be Ireland's gain if top doctor Mike Ryan becomes President as some are suggesting Hosted on Acast. See…
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What Do People Think Of The Presidency? Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne Found Out!
As speculation mounts that Mike Ryan, famous for his WHO advice during COVID-19 may be a candidate in the Presidential election, Opinion Line Producer Paul…
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We Always Knew Robot Trees Wouldn't Work!
PJ talks to Prof John Sodeau who said there was ample evidence that the robot trees removed from Cork over the weekend would never work Hosted on Acast. See…
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As Cork Reels From Luke Hyde's Tragic Drowning Thugs Abuse Lifebuoys Over The Weekend
PJ talks to KellyAnn Peyton, friend of the Hyde family and campaigner for a law preventing the filming of tragedies about unbelievable abuse of vital lifebuoys…
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Mary Lou McDonald: Protecting Ireland's Neutral Stance In A Changing World
As global tensions rise, SF Leader Mary Lou McDonald explains why defending Irish neutrality matters in advance of a public meeting Thursday evening at 7.30 in…
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Man Arrested In Michael Gaine Investigation Released Without Charge
Sinead Kelleher of The Kerryman and Independent News & Media brings PJ up to speed with overnight developments Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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2025-05-19 Bye bye Robot trees, My IBD agony, Last day at school with a twist & more
The robot trees are gone - could the money they cost have been better spent...IBD - Suzanne had to give up a job she loved because the pain was so bad..One…
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Cancer Can Kiss My Ass The Naughty Mug That Helps The Corks 96FM Radiothon
A cheeky donkey mug with a bold message is raising funds for Corks 96FM Radiothon, Rosin Corr from Elephant In The Room Gifts tells PJ. Hosted on Acast. See…
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Can Ger Nash Save Cork City FC from Relegation?
Cork City’s new manager Ger Nash faces a massive challenge as the club battles relegation – can he turn things around PJ Coogan asks Trevor Welch from 96FM's…
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Ireland’s Eurovision Strategy: Pray For A Miracle?
Kirsty Blake Knox of the Irish Independent has been looking at what Ireland needs to do to be successful at Eurovision she tells PJ Coogan Hosted on Acast. See…
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American Fast Food Is Engineered, Not Cooked!
From food dye grill marks to lab-made nuggets, Justin breaks down to PJ why he refuses to eat U.S. fast food—and why Ireland does it better. Hosted on Acast…
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The Secret to Bypassing Ireland’s Agonizing Surgery Delays
Faster recovery, no delays Paul Byrne of healthcareabroad.ie take PJ Coogan inside the growing trend of medical tourism to Spain that you can get the HSE to…
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Suzanne's Bathroom Battle - Life With An Invisible Bowel Disease
Suzanne tells PJ her story of resilience—how work became her lifeline while battling Crohn's flares Today is World IBD Day, Crohn’s and Colitis Ireland will…
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Cork's Notorious Robot Trees Vanished! Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne Gets Reactions
The robot trees were uprooted over the weekend! Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne hit the streets to get peoples' reaction Hosted on Acast. See…
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Save Lives & Build Communities Stephen Tells PJ On National Volunteer Week
Stephen O'Flaherty, Cork/Kerry Community Engagement Officer for the National Ambulance Service, tells PJ how important volunteering is to life saving as we…
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From Principal’s Office to Parental Ambush For 6th Years At Coláiste Eamann Rís
Graduation day at Coláiste Eamann Rís ended with shrieks, splashes, and a whole lot of flour Aine McLaughlin tells PJ. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
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Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire Says Sort Out Council Housing That's Beyond Its Shelflife PLUS Chats About 96FM Radiothon Dunk Tank
PJ hears from Donnchadh about the need to replace housing that is well beyond its original lifespan where even people with terminal illnesses are living. PJ…
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Lost Places & Lost Time Let's Look After The Children Left Behind in the Before 5 Closure
Christine Mullins welcomes the news that Northside Community Enterprises are opening a childcare facility but says the kids left behind by the closure of the…
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Update On Michael Gaine Investigation
PJ talks to Siobhan Brosnan a journalist with Radio Kerry about the big developments in the case that happened over the weekend. Hosted on Acast. See…
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2025-05-16 Water So Bad We Can't Even Shower, Let's Have A Defibrillator In Every Housing Estate, Reggie From Blackrock & More...
PJ hears about water problems in Gurran, backs requiring a defibrillator in the planning laws, learns Reggie is going for a Corks 96FM Radiothon dunk before…
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Laika Party’s Semi-Final Tail-Spin & Other Eurovision Moments
Seamus O’Neill unpacks the drama and standout acts from Eurovision 2025’s semi-finals, live from Basel with PJ See also imsorryzeropoints.com Hosted on Acast…
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PJ Chats To Keith Duffy On Boyzlife's New Single And The Band Saving Pop One Chorus At A Time
Boyband nostalgia meets fresh energy – Keith Duffy gives PJ the inside track on Boyzlife’s new single "Save The Day" See also here Hosted on Acast. See…
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Reggie From The Blackrock Road Spills The Beans On Corks Posh Areas & The Radiothon Dunk Tank
PJ learns how to be a social climber from Reggie and they chat about Reggie signing up for the 96FM Radiothon Fri May 23rd Dunk Tank at Marina Market, his slot…
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Nigel Tells PJ How A Defibrillator Saved His Life
Nigel O'Sullivan believes in the importance of defibrillators because one saved his life! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Save Lives, Save Hearts Let's Put A Defibrillator In Every Housing Estate
PJ talks to Cllr Peter Horgan who says defibrillators should be part of the planning laws and to Ger O'Dea from the National Ambulance Service Hosted on Acast…
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Storm, Survival & Sacrifice Mark From Courtmacsherry's Lifetime Of RNLI Service
Courtmacsherry’s legendary RNLI Coxswain Mark Gannon shares with PJ his most harrowing rescues and his plans for Atlantic Whale & Wildlife Tours Hosted on…
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More Bins For Bells Field?
PJ talks to Ken Perrott who says we need to have our Young Offenders tourist hotspot looking well! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Katie Sloane Of Peach Vintage Clothing Doing Her Second Camino!
PJ talks to Katie who is on the Camino right now and it's her second time around. She's doing it for Munster Lost & Found Pets Hosted on Acast. See…
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Cork’s Future Is Running Dry - Finbarr Harrington Speaks Out
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The Water Is So Bad I'm Afraid To Shower
PJ talks to Trish in Gurranabraher and the water is bad that people come out of the shower dirtier than they went in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
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2025-05-15 It could have been a tragedy, time to think about solar, My busman is my hero & more
A stolen car hits a wall in broad daylight - and people are furious...As the fab weather continues - would it make you think about solar panels... Vincent who…
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From Broken Toilets To Beach Wheelchairs - Why Are We Begging For Basics?
PJ talks to Cllr Audrey Buckley about the shocking lack of proper access and toilets on our beaches Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Unaccompanied Learners - Freedom or Fatal Risk?
10-week waits for driving tests. A surge in unaccompanied learners. And more deaths on the road. Driving instructor Gene Russell pulls no punches chatting to…
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Final Destination Continues To Scare A Generation!
PJ chats to FM104's Crossy who spills on the blood, sweat, and screams behind the most anticipated horror comeback of the year. Hosted on Acast. See…
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Women Keep Schools Running—But Are Left With Nothing
Teachers get pensions. SNAs get pensions. So why don’t the women who run school offices asks School Secretary Noreen O'Callaghan. See also here Hosted on…
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Not All Heroes Wear High Vis! Hail To The Bus Driver Man
Jenny tells PJ about her “guardian angel” behind the wheel and wants to give the thanks he deserves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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From Cathedral to Grand Parade - What Is The Corpus Christi Procession All About?
Bishop Fintan Gavin explains to PJ why thousands will walk through Cork this June — and why it matters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
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Solar Power & Savings: Is Your Roof a Goldmine?
PJ chats to John Hayes from ProSolar breaks down how solar panels can slash your energy bills and even earn you money. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
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Richard Satchwell's Searches For Quicklime Heard By Court
Liz Dunphy of The Irish Examiner tells PJ the evidence she heard in court. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dáil Raging As Driving Test Delays Hit 9 Months
PJ talks to Pádraig Rice TD who promised on a recent show to bring Cork driving test delays to the floor of the Dáil and did yesterday. Hosted on Acast. See…
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After Turners X Stolen Car Crash Locals Speak To Opinion Line Producer Paul Byrne
Paul Byrne spoke to the Turners X householder who had a stolen car crash into his house and to the neighbors who demanded action from Micheál Martin Hosted on…
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2025-05-14 We found the letter writers, Richard Satchwells lies, Laptops for Tanzania & more
The note the builders found at the metropole - now we’ve found all the mens families...I couldn’t go back on the lie - what Richard Satchwells trial is…
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From Shy To Shining: How Music Builds Confident Kids
Sinéad Dunphy, the visionary behind Cork’s SummerSING! tells PJ it's about connection, confidence, and giving kids a voice Hosted on Acast. See…
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No Drink, No Problem Jake Costin On The Modern No Name Club Movement
While No Name clubs in the past were a bit like a pub with no beer, the modern movement tries to show young people how they can self-develop so there is no…