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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 ShowCouples are woken on average six times per night by their partners
A new study has found that couples who sleep in the same beds are woken, on average, six times per night by their partners. Does this mean we should all be…
The Claire Byrne ShowThe coalition has made its decisions on fuel relief
Coalition leaders met last night to sign-off on the government’s emergency fuel supports to combat the rising costs faced by Irish consumers. To chat about the…
The Claire Byrne ShowKeeping chocolate away from your dog!
With Easter just around the corner and more chocolate in the house, there is always a fear of your dog eating some that falls to the ground, so how concerned…
The Claire Byrne ShowWhat happens to cremated ashes?
Cremation is on the increase in Ireland with more people than ever choosing it over traditional burial. In some urban centres, 50% of funerals are handled by…
The Claire Byrne ShowA look back on a weekend of sport!
A look back on a busy weekend of sport with Eoin Sheahan from Off The Ball.
The Claire Byrne ShowSix households in a retirement village in Sligo face eviction
Six households in a retirement village in Sligo were given eviction notices last November and tenants were told they’d have to leave the houses by June this…
The Claire Byrne ShowFundraising for Children’s Health Ireland
Claire was joined on the show by Saoirse and her mum Stella. Saoirse as a baby was diagnosed with has Alport syndrome, a rare hereditary kidney condition…
The Claire Byrne ShowWhat actually is a healthy diet?
Every week we hear about new diets that are better for our health. New ways to eat that will mean we live longer and healthier lives. But with all of this…
The Claire Byrne ShowWhat is it like to be young and an alcoholic in Ireland?
When we think of an alcoholic, we usually think of someone well into their adult years. But what is it like to be young and an alcoholic in Ireland? Claire…
The Claire Byrne ShowEarth’s climate is swinging increasingly out of balance
Experts are warning that new coastal defences and emergency evacuation processes are needed to prepare Ireland for the worst consequences of climate change. To…
The Claire Byrne ShowSome great holiday inspiration for you!
If the lovely weather over the weekend got you craving the sun, then listen up, because we have some great holiday inspiration for you... Claire chatted to…
The Claire Byrne ShowAre we expecting too much from a free school meals scheme?
Posh parents are spoiling the Hot School Meals scheme for the plain people of Ireland. So says Ireland Editor of the Irish Independent Fionnan Sheahan who…
The Claire Byrne ShowSo how will the Government response to rising fuel costs?
The Coalition are meeting today in advance of an announcement coming tomorrow, as the war in the Middle East continues to impact us. So what measures are on…
The Claire Byrne ShowCouple to attend court after demolition of illegally built Meath house
The couple whose illegally built home in Co Meath has been demolished are due before the High Court this morning over contempt of court. Joining Claire from…
The Claire Byrne ShowClothes spray could make detergent a thing of the past!
Could washing your clothes with detergent be a thing of the past? A new spray-on chemical coating for clothing can apparently form an invisible barrier on…
The Claire Byrne ShowWelcome to 'The Debrief'
Welcome to The Debrief, where we take a look back on the week and also a little look ahead to the weekend. This week Claire was joined by Consumer Columnist…
The Claire Byrne ShowMitch Albom journalist and author of 'Tuesdays with Morrie'
Joining Claire on the show today was Mitch Albom journalist and author of 'Tuesdays with Morrie'. Mitch chatted to Claire about the play T'uesdays with Morrie'…
The Claire Byrne ShowA preview of a big sporting weekend
To preview all the big sporting action this weekend, Claire was joined by Eoin Sheahan, from Off The Ball.
The Claire Byrne ShowK-Pop band BTS are set to make their long-awaited return!
K-Pop band BTS are set to make their long-awaited return tomorrow in Seoul, with the Korean Capital expected to come to a standstill with huge preparations put…
The Claire Byrne ShowSkin care advice from anti-aging to sun damage
Let's talk all things skin from anti-aging to sun damage, skin cancer, acne or scarring. Joining Claire with skin care advice was Consultant Dermatologist…
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How will the Government tackle rising energy costs?
An energy expert has predicted that annual electricity bills could rise by up to €800, with a similar rise in residential gas bills. That is a huge increase…
The Claire Byrne ShowAanew hacking tool that could affect your iphone
There is a new hacking tool that could affect your phone, and steal your data and you don’t even have to do anything to let it in... Newstalk Tech…
The Claire Byrne ShowWhat’s been trending online this week?
What’s been trending online this week? All to chat about with entertainment journalist and podcaster, Dee Reddy.
The Claire Byrne ShowA new dog fouling poster causes controversy!
Cork City Council is preparing to circulate posters encouraging people to clean up after their dog with a controversial new slogan: “Get your S-H-I-T…
The Claire Byrne ShowIf graveyards are filling up is it ok to reuse them?
Graves which are more than a century old could be reused in cemeteries across England and Wales under new proposals - but relatives will be able to object and…
The Claire Byrne ShowThe need to combat the rise of vaping amongst teenagers
The HSE is enlisting the help of social media influencers to help combat the rise of vaping amongst teenagers. One in five people under the age of 18 use vapes…
The Claire Byrne ShowGardening tips and advice with Marie Staunton
Spring has officially sprung now, and woodland plants are in vogue. So should you get them for your garden? To discuss this, I’m Claire was joined by gardener…
The Claire Byrne ShowBanksy unveiled but did we want him to be?
The identity of the artist Banksy was unveiled. But was it the right thing to do? Claire askes the Director of Gormleys Gallery Gerard Gormley.
The Claire Byrne ShowEU Summit begins today
EU leaders are gathering for the next two days with focus being on the Iran war and the loan to Ukraine that is being blocked by Hungary. Speaking to Claire…
The Claire Byrne ShowWhat is meningitis and how serious is it?
As an outbreak of Meningitis continues across Kent in the UK, a public health alert has been issued in the region, with fears rising of a further spread. So…
The Claire Byrne ShowOne of the stars of POOR at The Gate Theatre Hilda Fay
POOR, is the acclaimed stage adaptation of Katriona O’Sullivan’s powerful memoir and it is on a another sold-out run at the Gate Theatre One of the stars of…
The Claire Byrne ShowAdvice for parents who have fussy eaters at home
The untouched vegetables, the same meals on repeat, and the worry about whether kids are getting the nutrition they need. All the concerns that parents deal…
The Claire Byrne ShowRebuilding your life after a life-changing crash
How do you start to rebuild your life again after an accident that leaves you quadriplegic? One woman that has been through just that and joined Claire in…
The Claire Byrne ShowIreland's economic model is in urgent need of reform
Ireland's economic model is in urgent need of reform to sustain high living standards. That's according to a new report, from University of Galway Professor…
The Claire Byrne ShowRemembering Mia Lily Keogh O’Keefe who was tragically killed in a hit and run
Claire was joined on the show this morning by Stephen O’Keeffe and Louise Keogh O’Keeffe. The parents of 16 year old Mia Lily Keogh O’Keefe who was tragically…
The Claire Byrne ShowThe US will retaliate if Iran attacks Qatar again
US President Donald Trump has vowed that the US will retaliate if Iran attacks Qatar again. An energy hub was hit in the country overnight and gas prices have…
The Claire Byrne ShowRose Murray on the plans to demolish her Meath home today
The demolition of a house that was built 20 years ago without planning permission is expected to go ahead in Co. Meath today. Chris and Rose Murray made five…
The Claire Byrne ShowGut health and food intolerance
From lactose intolerance to wheat allergies. Ip to 30% of us in Ireland have food intolerances, with sensitivity to food on the increase in the Western world…
The Claire Byrne ShowWhat Made Me: Richie Sadlier
Richie Sadlier is a psychotherapist, a broadcaster and former professional footballer who has been working with young people on mental health, masculinity…
The Claire Byrne ShowJohn Sweetman on the new season of his podcast 'Lines Of Enquiry'
From the disappearance of Dublin schoolboy Philip Cairns in the 1980s, to the murder of Jastine Valdez in 2018. Host of the podcast ‘Lines of Enquiry’ and…
The Claire Byrne ShowMovie sex scenes should they be banned?
Carol Midgley in The Times UK has suggested that we should just get rid of sex scenes altogether in movies, that they hold no value. Does she have a point? To…
The Claire Byrne ShowPatent on weight loss drugs about to run out
The price of weight loss drugs in India is expected to plummet as the potent ingredient in medicine like Wegovy and Ozempic will lose it’s patent on Friday…
The Claire Byrne ShowProtest against planned apartments on the site of Bessborough’s Mother and Baby Home
The Labour Party is lodging an appeal this week to prevent the development of 140 apartments on the site of Bessborough’s Mother and Baby Home. A protest has…
The Claire Byrne ShowShould we be following suit with Dutch asylum models?
Asylum claims in Denmark have fallen to 40-year lows, with some pointing to the tough new asylum model deterring people from applying for protection there. The…
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Vapes implicated in bin lorry and sorting centre fires
Fires in bin lorries and waste sorting centres are costing at least €100 million in the last three years. The waste industry believes vapes are largely to…
The Claire Byrne ShowSenegal has been stripped of the African Cup of Nations
Football fans around the world were stunned yesterday as the Confederation of African Football announced that Morocco are now the official Africa Cup of…
The Claire Byrne ShowThe money you save from switching our mortgage provider!
We often hear about switching energy or broadband providers, which is easy enough to do. But we can save much more by switching our mortgage provider. It can…
The Claire Byrne ShowTaoiseach Micheál Martin’s four-day tour of the US
The handing over the bowl of shamrock marked the end of Taoiseach Micheál Martin’s four-day tour of the US after spending time in Philadelphia and Washington…
The Claire Byrne ShowThe Irish diaspora around the world are celebrating St Patrick's Day!
While many of us will celebrate St Patrick's Day tomorrow, the diaspora around the world have already started. Speaking to Johnathan this morning was Niamh…
The Claire Byrne ShowAre you obsessed over your sleep score?
Twenty million people in Britain won’t go to bed without a wearable device that monitors rest. But some are developing anxiety about getting a good ‘score’…
The Claire Byrne ShowLeague of Ireland legend Colin Hawkins on the importance of Daffodil Day
Every three minutes, someone in Ireland hears those three life-changing words, ‘you’ve got cancer’. It’s predicted that 1 in 2 of us will get cancer in our…
The Claire Byrne ShowA look back to a busy weekend of sport
Agonising stuff in the end for Ireland, as they came within a last minute France penalty of winning the Six Nations. But they did get to settle for a Triple…
The Claire Byrne ShowBoys clothes do we need more options?
When you’re out clothes shopping for your children, do you find the options limiting for boys when compared to girls? And do your sons mind their lack of…
The Claire Byrne ShowHas Ireland been too late in switching to electric?
Has the current surge in fuel prices only accentuated the delay in transferring to energy that isn’t dependent on fossil fuels? All to discuss with John…
The Claire Byrne ShowJosh Crosbie reports live from Jessie Buckley's hometown
We’re going to go to Jessie’s hometown of Killarney where Josh Crosbie has been meeting her family and friends. Also to chat about the highlights of the…
The Claire Byrne ShowTips for a weekend trip at home
There’s been a couple of false dawns in terms of good weather, but there is hope that sunshine is on the way, with all of us in need of a break away. So with…
The Claire Byrne Showlatest on Iran and Taoiseach Micheal Martin’s visit to the White House
The US-Israeli war on Iran is creating turmoil across the Middle East and shaking up global energy markets in its third week. President Trump is also preparing…
The Claire Byrne ShowJessie Buckley makes history at the Oscars
Jessie Buckley’s acceptance speech at the 98th Oscars, becoming the first Irish woman to win Best Actress ever. We cross live to The Dolby Theatre where Henry…
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The Debrief
Welcome to The Debrief, where we take a look back on the week and also a little look ahead to the weekend. This week Claire was joined on the show by…
The Claire Byrne ShowVogue Williams chats podcasts, working life and Ireland as home
Vogue Williams spoke to Claire ahead of being the Grand Marshall of the St Patrick's Day Parade. She also talks about her podcasts, working life and Ireland as…