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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 ShowManaging perfectionism with Dr Harry Barry
Perfectionism appears to be on the rise, particularly amongst children and adolescents. What is perfectionism, why can it be so harmful and how do we manage…
The Claire Byrne ShowErin King talks women's rugby
Fresh from their six nations win against Wales at the weekend. Claire was joined in studio by the Captain of the Ireland Women’s Six Nations team Erin King.
The Claire Byrne ShowWhy we should all be embracing slow travel
Slow travel is the idea of really switching off and taking your time rather than rushing to tick off the tourist checklist. Kevin Penrose, Irish travel content…
The Claire Byrne ShowAuthor Anna Carey on her new book 'Love Scene'
Claire was joined in studio by Author Anna Carey to chat about her brand-new book, Love Scene.
The Claire Byrne ShowA look back on the weekend of sport
Gavin Cooney is sports correspondent with The 42 took a look back on the weekend of sport.
The Claire Byrne ShowKeir Starmer is facing pressure from all sides
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing pressure from all sides after Labour's disastrous local election peformance. The PM has made a key speech this morning…
The Claire Byrne ShowNational Ambulance Service is taking industrial action today
The National Ambulance Service is taking industrial action today, with their operations expected to be impacted and patients being advised to seek alternative…
The Claire Byrne ShowStopping the chills and draughts in your house!
The sun is shining but there’s still a little chill in the air. The cold wind can still make its way in the little nooks and crannies of your house. How do you…
The Claire Byrne ShowShould there be a cut in the 52% marginal tax rate?
Justice Minister and Fianna Fáil TD Jim O’Callaghan has called for a cut in the 52% marginal rate of tax . Calling the tax rate imprudent, demoralising and…
The Claire Byrne ShowShould the country reopen the door to coal-fired power?
As conflict in the Middle East raises fears over energy supplies, a new report from the Irish Academy of Engineering argues that the State should be prepared…
The Claire Byrne Show"Why is it only in Ireland that I worry about being Jewish?"
Deputy Business Editor at The Sunday Times Ireland Jon Ihle wrote a powerful piece in the London Times about his experience of being Jewish in Ireland at the…
The Claire Byrne ShowPassengers from the MV Hondius have been evacuated
Passengers from the Hantavirus-hit cruise ship have been evacuated following the outbreak, with two of those returning to Ireland yesterday, and now entering a…
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Claire Byrne Recommends: Newstalk Daily
You might also be interested in the Newstalk Daily podcast with Ciara Doherty. This episode is a discussion of the review into the Katie Simpson murder…
The Claire Byrne ShowThe Debrief
We look back on some of the biggest stories of the week. Joining Claire on 'The Debrief' this morning was Adrian Weckler, Tech Editor for the Irish…
The Claire Byrne ShowAre you retirement ready?
The majority of us are not prepared for retirement. A new survey of workers shows that many are really worried that they won’t have enough set aside to allow…
The Claire Byrne ShowA look ahead to a busy weekend of sport
To preview all the big sporting action this weekend Claire was joined by Eoin Sheahan from Off The Ball.
The Claire Byrne ShowChina's rise in snooker
22-Year-old Wu Yize became the world’s latest snooker Champion on Monday evening continuing China’s winning streak in the sport. We profile the latest champion…
The Claire Byrne ShowSome travel inspiration on a budget
Columnist with the Irish Independent Barbara McCarthy gave us some great travel inspiration on a budget.
The Claire Byrne ShowSurvivors appeal against a development at Bessborough site
Survivors of Bessborough Mother and Baby Home are appealing against a development that has been granted planning permission on the site. Newstalk reporter Josh…
The Claire Byrne ShowReform party making major gains in UK local elections
The UK local elections have brought difficult results for Keir Starmer and Labour, with Reform making major gains. Is this an early warning sign for the Prime…
The Claire Byrne ShowHow we age is largely within our control
Professor Rose Ann Kenny who is head of the Ageing Research Programme at Trinity College Dublin says that the ages of 30, 50 and 70 are vital moments when it…
The Claire Byrne ShowWhat has been trending online this week?
Dee Reddy is a podcaster and entertainment journalist tells us what has been trending online this week.
The Claire Byrne ShowInstagram switched off their privacy tech for direct messages
Instagram has switched off their privacy tech for direct messages, no longer providing End 2 End Encryption. What does this mean and how will it effect you?…
The Claire Byrne ShowHalf-a-billion euro raised for climate projects not spent
Financial statements from the Climate Action Fund show that 70pc of the money raised through the fuel levy in the past five years is still sitting in the bank…
The Claire Byrne ShowGoing Green: Energy labelling
This week on Going Green we focus on energy labelling from your home and it’s BER rating to the energy rating on your washing machine. To explain was Sadhbh O’…
The Claire Byrne ShowSocial media companies before Oireachtas Committee
Representatives from tech companies Meta, TikTok, Snap, Google and Microsoft have been appearing before the Oireachtas Committee on Children and Equality to…
The Claire Byrne ShowJohn Fardy on the best cameos in film
The new Devil Wears Prada film has some great cameos people like Lady Gaga and Heidi Klum pop up in it. It has inspired Screentime’s John Fardy to explore some…
The Claire Byrne ShowAlmost 300 asylum seekers claiming to be children were adults
Almost 300 asylum seekers who claimed they were children were found to be adults over the past four years. The average time this went uncorrected was 57 days…
The Claire Byrne ShowAsk The Expert: Motor maintenance
Our expert today was Joey Donnelly from Crofton Motors and he answered listeners motor maintenance questions.
The Claire Byrne ShowGen Z and the hobby of birdwatching
New studies have shown that the second fastest growing hobby across the UK for Gen Zers is birdwatching. So what’s behind the rise? To discuss Claire spoke to…
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MV Hondius cruise ship is on its way to Spain
A cruise ship that has been hit by the Hantavirus aims to have all passengers evacuated on Monday. They have been marooned since Sunday when the outbreak was…
The Claire Byrne ShowLatest on the conflict in the Middle East
US President Donald Trump has said, once again, that the Iran War will be over quickly. But on the other battle front, Israel launched an attack on Beirut last…
The Claire Byrne ShowThis rise door to door gardening job scams
Our resident gardening Marie Staunton spoke to Claire about a recent scam that her parents experienced.
The Claire Byrne ShowIs the UN fit for purpose?
From Ukraine to the Middle East, the United Nations is facing criticism for failing to stop major conflicts. Built to stop future wars, many say it's now…
The Claire Byrne ShowThe huge uptick in green loans being drawn down
There has been an uptick in green loans being drawn down, with householders rushing to beat the expected energy price rises in the coming months. With the huge…
The Claire Byrne ShowGardening: Herbaceous plants
What are they and why should we have them in our garden? What are common mistakes people make with herbaceous planting? To explain all was gardener Marie…
The Claire Byrne ShowDoes hurling need to do more to clamp down on head high challenges?
Rugby has taken steps to clamp down on head high challenges, does hurling need to do more? Speaking to Claire with more on this was Irish hurler, and former…
The Claire Byrne ShowFitness influencer Maeve Madden
Joining Claire this morning on the show was Founder of Queens Don’t Quit and Fitness Entrepreneur, Maeve Madden.
The Claire Byrne ShowRenowned Irish actress Fionnula Flanagan
A familiar face on stage and on screen, the renowned Irish actress, Fionnula Flanagan joined Claire this morning. Fionnuala chatted about her return to Ireland…
The Claire Byrne ShowHospital parking charges bring in €73m over five years!
Car parks at Irish hospitals have raised €73m over the last five years. They’ve brought in €17m of that in the last year alone. So, is it time for a change?…
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Project Freedom has been paused
President Donald Trump has said that he is halting the military operation in a bid to reach a deal to end the war with Iran in the Middle East. The project was…
The Claire Byrne ShowHow and why you should support local producers!
We often want to shop healthier, to save money, and to support local, but it can be hard to know where to start, and if it makes a difference. Yo offer us some…
The Claire Byrne ShowThe 10 things everyone should know about their money
If your money often runs out before the end of the month, you might want to feel a little more in control of your finances and help is on hand to do just that…
The Claire Byrne Show‘Institutional misogyny’ blamed for warning signs missed in PSNI Katie Simpson inquiry
A report has found that the investigation by the PSNI into the murder of showjumper Katie Simpson was a “profound failure” characterised by a “culture of…
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The latest on the MV Hondius cruise ship
The regional government of Spain's Canary Islands has opposed the docking of the MV Hondius cruise ship. We get the latest from Cliodhna O'Flynn a Journalist…
The Claire Byrne ShowWhy do we have the most expensive electricity in the EU?
New reports show that Irish families have been hit with massive additional costs for the second time this year, and there are fears that people will have to…
The Claire Byrne ShowLearning to cook with spice
People are always divided into two camps, either you love spice, or you hate spice. But are we looking at spicy food the wrong way? Are we too binary about it?…
The Claire Byrne ShowA need to close anti-ticket-touting legislation loopholes!
It's almost 5 years since Ireland introduced anti-ticket-touting legislation. While many new measures have been introduced on ticketing platform Ticketmaster…
The Claire Byrne ShowAccessing Fredreich’s Ataxia medication
Fianna Fáil TD Paudie O’Sullivan has said that delays in accessing treatments for rare diseases such as Friedrich’s Ataxia are doing irreparable harm to…
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The latest on the war in the Middle East
President Donald Trump has threatened that Iran’s troops will be “blown off the face of the earth” if they attack US vessels trying to reopen the strait of…
The Claire Byrne ShowThis week is Maternal Mental Health Week
While many of us may be familiar with the term ‘post-natal depression’, mental health issues can be much more complex and varied in the weeks and months after…
The Claire Byrne ShowSome running inspiration from Olympian Runner Nadia Power
Now if you’re looking for some inspiration to get outside or go for a run, our guest is certain to provide it. Speaking to Claire was Olympian Runner Nadia…
The Claire Byrne ShowHow the parole system retraumatises victims’ families
The brother of a woman murdered alongside her two daughters says the horrors they suffered will stay with the family forever. John Whelan recently met with the…
The Claire Byrne ShowHow to deal with grief as a parent
When children face loss, the right words and actions can make all the difference. But what is the best way for parents to start a conversation about death or…
The Claire Byrne ShowMet Gala why the controversy around Bezos and Sanchez involvement?
Often referred to as the fashion event of the year, The Met Gala took place last night, but this year’s occasion has been mired in controversy. Amazon founder…
The Claire Byrne ShowStudent loan scheme for healthcare workers
Higher Education Minister James Lawless is proposing a loan debt write off scheme for healthcare students to if they remain working in Ireland after…
The Claire Byrne ShowCelebrating the second series of the Newstalk show ‘Younified’
We are celebrating the second series of the Newstalk show ‘Younified’ .Joining Ciara this morning is the Presenter of Newstalk’s Younified, Mamobo Ogoro to…
The Claire Byrne ShowFriday's Debrief
Welcome to The Debrief, where we look back on some of the biggest stories of the week. Ciara was joined by Author and Political Editor of the Sunday Times…
The Claire Byrne ShowWhich Irish jail will Daniel Kinahan be held in?
Daniel Kinahan is expected to be held in the State’s maximum security facility in Portlaoise after his extradition. Kinahan was arrested as part of a secret…
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A look ahead to a busy weekend of sport
To preview all the big sporting action this weekend was Eoin Sheahan from Off The Ball.