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The Claire Byrne Show
Claire Byrne explores the big stories through the lens of real life.
This podcast brings context, consequences and clarity to the issues shaping Ireland today.
Covering politics and current affairs alongside the human stories behind them, Claire asks the questions people are thinking, but don’t always hear answered.
From housing and health to work, family life, well-being and culture, you’ll hear smart, engaging discussion and moments of light relief - connecting the dots between what’s…
Episodes
The Claire Byrne ShowA look ahead to a very busy weekend of sport
To look ahead to all the weekend sporting action, Claire was joined by Off The Ball's Colm Boohig. Also because it's All Ireland Hurling Final weekend we heard…
The Claire Byrne ShowCalls for energy drinks to be banned
Energy drinks will be banned from being sold to those under 16 in England from April next year. Is it time we follow suit here? Claire asked Dr Heather Cronin…
The Claire Byrne ShowWho will bring the Liam MacCarthy Cup home?
We are just two days out from Sunday's All Ireland Senior Hurling Final between Limerick and Galway. But who will bring the Liam MacCarthy Cup home? After his…
The Claire Byrne ShowWhat is trending online this week?
Broadcaster Ciaran Halpin joined Claire in studio to talk through what is trending in your algorithm this week.
The Claire Byrne ShowPresident Zelenskyy sacks Defence Minister
Thousands have been protesting in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities. These protests come after President Voldomyr Zelenskyy’s sacked the country’s popular…
The Claire Byrne ShowYoung drivers take risks on the road due to pressure
A new study shows that young drivers are behaving more dangerously due to the pressure of other road users, and because of social media. According to the…
The Claire Byrne ShowGoing Green: Sustainable fashion
When it comes to summer, we are all under pressure to look and feel our best. It can be something we all struggle with, especially when we’re in the midst of a…
The Claire Byrne ShowAre cold plunges actually good for you?
We hear a lot about the benefits of cold plunges, that they improve mood, increase immunity and reduce inflammation. But some scientists now doubt just how…
The Claire Byrne ShowOccupied Territories Bill passes its final stages
A final attempt to include services in the Occupied Territories Bill has failed in the Seanad. The Bill passed its final stages last night. It is expected to…
The Claire Byrne ShowShould disposable barbecues be banned during a wildfire warning?
The Department of Enterprise has asked retailers to stop selling disposable barbecues in the dry weather. The request comes amidst a Status Orange wildfire…
The Claire Byrne ShowUp to 500 jobs are at risk at Aer Lingus
Up to 500 jobs are at risk at Aer Lingus. The company is set to cut three long-haul and four short-haul flights from its schedule as part of its restructuring…
The Claire Byrne ShowAsk The Expert: Mortgages
Buying your first home, moving house, or wondering if you're on the best mortgage deal. Darragh Cassidy, from bill switching site and mortgage broker…
The Claire Byrne ShowThe Dáil awards!
With the Dáil going into recess today, it’s time to take a look back at the year, and hand out our Dáil awards! To announce with winners and losers were Irish…
The Claire Byrne Show50% rise in children with brain injuries after e-scooter crashes
Children's Health Ireland says 1 to 2 children are presenting with e-scooter-related injuries in emergency departments every day this summer. New figures show…
The Claire Byrne ShowWho will be taking home the Liam MacCarthy Cup?
The excitement ahead of Sunday's All Ireland Senior Hurling Final between Galway and Limerick is beginning to reach fever pitch. But who will be taking home…
The Claire Byrne ShowContinued fallout over the free legal aid payments change
With solicitors resigning and some left facing the courts without representation. The Government is digging its heels in over the new Free Legal Aid payment…
The Claire Byrne ShowWhere did it go right for Argentina and wrong for England?
England are out of the World Cup this morning, losing 2 goals to one to the old enemy Argentina. Where did it go right for Argentina, and where did it go wrong…
The Claire Byrne ShowTaking care of your garden during the heatwave
We are in the middle of some great weather. But which plants love the sun and the heat and which of our garden favourites might struggle? To give up some great…
The Claire Byrne ShowHow do we keep our houses cool and conserve water?
With this hot weather to stay, many of us are struggling with hot houses and now an incoming hosepipe ban. So how do we keep our houses cool and conserve…
The Claire Byrne ShowICE offices have suspended most vehicle stops in US
Immigration enforcement officers have suspended most vehicle stops around the United States. Donald Trump’s border Czar Tom Homan says it’s ‘temporary’. But it…
The Claire Byrne ShowKarl Henry on his pneumonia recovery
This time last year, well known personal trainer Karl Henry was hospitalised with pneumonia. The road to recovery has not been straightforward. Karl spoke to…
The Claire Byrne ShowThe sentencing of the Chawke siblings
Bill and Alison Chawke were sentenced yesterday for an assault on 9 November 2023. The siblings, whose father is prominent publican Charlie Chawke, attacked…
The Claire Byrne ShowWhat are peptides and should we be taking them?
What are peptides and should we be taking them? Joining Claire to discuss further was Dr Paddy Barrett, Preventative Cardiologist at Blackrock Clinic.
The Claire Byrne ShowOld foes England and Argentina clash in Atlanta
World Cup fever is continuing, as Spain knock out favourites France. The old enemies England and Argentina lock horns tonight. We get all the World Cup news…
The Claire Byrne ShowQuestions to ask yourself to assess your financial health
What are the three questions you need to ask yourself to make an honest assessment of your finances? With advice was Managing Director of Rockwell Financial…
The Claire Byrne ShowFriedrich’s Ataxia latest
A decision on the drug Skyclarys, used to treat Friedrich’s Ataxia, was deferred again last night. The HSE Drugs Group made the call pending further review in…
The Claire Byrne ShowGovernment is actively considering a ban on e-scooters
The Government is actively considering a ban on e-scooters. Options are being prepared for cabinet by Minister of State at the Department of Transport Sean…
The Claire Byrne ShowHow serious an issue are Armchair Detectives?
As the Ann Widdecombe murder investigation continues. Concern has been raised over the impact of online speculation on the case. It is part of a recent rise of…
The Claire Byrne ShowIt's all peachy in today's food slot
TV Chef and mindful eating coach Aisling Larkin brings us some great food ideas for that great fruit that is peaches.
The Claire Byrne ShowThe health harms of vaping
A new study has found the harmful effect of vaping on young people’s health. One in four 18- to 34-year-olds in Ireland vape, which can cause harmful blood…
The Claire Byrne ShowThe need for more awareness around brain cancer
Trish Blake was diagnosed with stage four glio-blastoma, a rare yet aggressive form of brain cancer, in July 2023. Trish Blake was told she had fifteen to…
The Claire Byrne ShowSmart glasses banned from every state court in New York
Smart glasses, including the latest Meta Ray Bans, have been banned from every state court in New York. The ban comes amid fears that court proceedings could…
The Claire Byrne ShowWorld Cup semi-finals are here!
World Cup semi-finals begin tonight. As France take on Spain at 8pm Irish time and then it’ll be England and Argentina’s turn tomorrow night. Who will make it…
The Claire Byrne ShowWhat is the Government is planning for back garden homes ?
Minister for State for Local Government and Planning John Cummins will today outline at the Housing Committee exactly how he plans to amend planning…
The Claire Byrne ShowThe extradition process explained
A man has been detained in Jordan, believed to be the boyfriend of the murdered Jamey Carney. It has been reported that the suspect was with Jamey on the…
The Claire Byrne ShowGovernment urged to deliver a budget for workers
The Irish Congress of Trade Unions has called on the Government to end "gimmicks and giveaways" and deliver a budget for workers. But with overruns, high…
The Claire Byrne ShowHosepipe ban to come into effect this week
We get the latest on the weather outlook with Holly O’Neill, Meteorologist at Met Eireann. Also a hosepipe ban is to be introduced for six counties across the…
The Claire Byrne ShowShould your child be your best friend?
Should your child be your best friend? It might sound like a nice idea, but many experts say children need parents, not pals. Claire discusses this further…
The Claire Byrne ShowIt’s time for our book club!
And it’s time for our book club! Claire was joined in studio by Sinead Cuddihy from Tired Mammy Book Club and David O’Connor from our own team here in…
The Claire Byrne ShowLatest in investigation into murder of Jamey Carney
Gardaí believe the partner of American mother-of-one Jamey Carney, who was found dead in her Kerry home last week, may have reached tribal areas of his native…
The Claire Byrne ShowSummer Food Series: Meat Producers
All summer we’re celebrating Irish food producers. Chatting to Claire this morning was Anne Marie Maguire, Marketing Manager for Hugh Maguire Butchers and…
The Claire Byrne ShowThe solicitors dispute impact on the Children's Court
The solicitors dispute over the introduction of a flat fee is into it’s second week, with no sign of a resolution yet. Solicitors have resigned from the…
The Claire Byrne ShowA look back on the busy weekend of sport
Off The Ball’s Phil Egan looks back on a bumper weekend of sport. With thanks to Visa.
The Claire Byrne ShowConcern over the future direction of the Republican party
The death of Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has sent shockwaves across US politics. That, along with the recent questions around the health of fellow…
The Claire Byrne ShowHow to deal with hayfever?
Hay fever is making life miserable for many. From sneezing constantly to puffy eyes. How do you deal with it? With advice on treating hayfever was GP Brian…
The Claire Byrne ShowSpecial education deadline brought forward
The deadline for Students requiring special education has been brought forward by a month to September. This has left many parents scrambling to gather the…
The Claire Byrne ShowThe latest on Anne Widdecombe’s murder investigation
The suspect in the murder of former Conservative minister Anne Widdecombe is believed to have driven 300 miles to her home armed with a wooden pole. A 28-year…
The Claire Byrne ShowHow are we modernising mental health care in Ireland?
The Mental Health Commission is soon going to be responsible for regulating child and adolescent mental health care. From today, the Commission wants people to…
The Claire Byrne ShowWhat if the holiday you sign up for isn’t what you expected?
There was an opinion piece in the Daily Mail recently that said “There’s nothing I hate more than going on a cheap holiday to appease my poorer friends”. What…
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Would back garden modular homes help the housing crisis?
The housing committee will this week consider changes to the Planning and Development regulations. To allow the building of modular homes up to 45sqm in back…
The Claire Byrne ShowThe need to address the scourge of scramblers in Dublin
Daniel Ennis, the social democrats TD for Dublin Central took to social media over the weekend. It was regarding in what he says are scramblers and…
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Claire Byrne Recommends: Never Have I Ever
Here’s the latest episode of Never Have I Ever, the podcast series in which I admit to the things I’ve never done. This week, I sat down with the comedian and…
The Claire Byrne ShowStories of the week on 'The Debrief'
We look back on the stories of the week with our panel in studio. Joining Claire for this week's debrief was Jack Horgan Jones, Political Correspondent with…
The Claire Byrne ShowWhat is involved in the Emmy nomination process?
The Pitt leads this year’s Emmy nominations with 25 both scoring a massive win for HBO. Two of The Pitt’s stars Brittany Allen and Jeff Kober, were nominated…
The Claire Byrne ShowDo we need to ban e-scooters outright?
There has been many calls in recent days, including from pediatric surgeons, to ban e-scooters outright. The Road Safety Authority wants more regulations…
The Claire Byrne ShowWhere is Mitch McConnell?
In the United States, Republican Senator Mitch McConnell was admitted to hospital for treatment on June 14. Almost a month later, there has been no update on…
The Claire Byrne ShowA look ahead to the weekend of sport
We look ahead to all the weekend sporting action with Sports Correspondent for the Irish Times, Gavin Cooney. With thanks to Visa.
The Claire Byrne ShowThe TikTok sunscreen myths putting Irish skin at risk
Sunscreen helps to protect you against sunburn, the ageing effects of sun exposure, and, most importantly, skin cancer. But medical misinformation is…
The Claire Byrne ShowEU Competition Ministers to discuss cutting electricity costs
EU competition ministers are meeting in Dublin today and a key issue for them is the high cost of electricity. What could they be hoping to achieve? To discuss…
The Claire Byrne ShowThe best AI tools for your holidays
Some good news if you’re having difficulty planning your summer escape. There is a AI driven app for that. To tell us more about the best AI tools for your…