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In my latest Podcast, I reflect on the UK's Remembrance Sunday and the commemorations in my local town. I think on the many people I have known, affected by war along with the many sites on mainland Europe that was once ravaged by conflict. But, I also reflect on one ex-British soldier that I am helping, speaking to their experience and the failure of the State. I also reflect on the nature of current conflicts and those who have been recently elevated to high office, offering as I hope, the young people I saw today, will never have to experience war or conflict and if they do, the State will continue their journey, helping them through the sacrifices they have made.

In my latest A MagdaleneVoice Podcast, I explore the meeting held in Dublin to discuss the creation of a National Remembrance Centre, to explore and commemorate Ireland's Institutional and associated abuses, suffered by so many. Something to celebrate? Something to be suspicious of? Something that has immense potential?

In my latest Podcast, I discuss the art of activism and the opportunity that potentially arises with the coming Irish General Election. I speak about the draft Bill I have placed with Senators and TD's in the the Irish Parliament, the Oireachtas, which seeks to bring recognition of the Invisible Dead in the Magdalene system, shut out by a State Apology. In the second half of the Podcast, I talk about how a Manifesto4Magdalenes could be created and how it could be used by the wider Magdalene Community. Activism is an ever changing landscape, filled with potential opportunities - it's just a question of how to recognise them and rise to their challenges!

In my latest Podcast, I reflect upon completing the edit of my book - A Magdalene Rose - and what Justice really means. I take the listener on a journey through the Irish Tradition of Keening and how many, including my dad and grandmother, were just some of the thousands of invisible Magdalene Dead. Invisible to the State and the Religious Orders. I bring you into my recent visit to Dublin, meeting with other Activists and Members of the Irish Parliament, the Oireachtas. I present a solution to their invisibility through my draft Bill; it will be interesting to see what happens next!

In my latest Travel Podcast, I provide my Travel Trend/Predictions for 2024.

In this broadcast I talk about the Climate Crisis and the holidaymaker, Destinations & their risks, the Cost of Living Crisis for Travel, the Rise and Fall in Quality, UK Consumer Rights & Individual Apathy and Brexit, Travel and what comes next!

I hope this Podcast will help you in the decisions you make and deliver to you and your family a better travel experience!

In this latest Podcast, I talk about the recent trend by Media, Religious Orders and Academics to argue that in the debate about Irish Magdalene issues, there needs to be a balance in that debate to highlight all the good works of those Orders. I examine that proposition against the backdrop of my own experience and of the very words of the Religious Orders. Can you introduce the concept of 'good works' into the narrative about the Magdalene Institutions? Is there a way to introduce a balance and if so, how can that be achieved? I highlight what needs to be done and offer a challenge to the Irish Religious Orders.

In Frank's latest Podcast, he reflects on the latest news from Travel Companies who have drastically cut their prices to the Middle-east, concerned it seems at the falling number of tourists.

Frank talks extensively about his visits to Israel and the West Bank and those he met along the way, both Jewish and Palestinian. He brings the listener into his experiences of history and the horrors, hopes and dreams of the past and the simple generosity of ordinary people.

He reflects on the events of 7 October 2023 and the future of the Jewish and Palestinian communities, offering support along with reflecting on the realities.

He challenges the listener to think about their touristic plans and what it truly means to visit the destinations they choose.

Above all, whatever about the label of Travel Commentator or Expert, Frank believes that his commentary is a matter of conscience

In Frank's latest Travel Podcast, he reflects on the summer of 2023 and how Climate Change affected many countries, destinations and resorts through extreme heat or other extreme weather events.

Many holidaymakers reported at the time how they felt that they were left alone and had to fend themselves. Many reported that they were surprised or indeed felt imprisoned by what they saw as unexpected extreme weather events. Even from this year, there are already signs that holidaymakers are beginning to make different choices for their future travel plans.

Whilst there is a general silence about how to incorporate Consumers into the Climate Change discussion, Frank considers that it is time to create a plan to guide Consumers and help them to plan for Climate Change before they book their travel arrangements or holidays.

Frank's Climate Crisis Charter for Holidaymakers provides a simple 12-point action plan to follow.

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This latest in the series of 'A Magdalene Rose' Podcasts, features bonus chapters from Frank's impending book that didn't make it into the final version. These bonus chapters brings the listener into the world of his Dad, Grandfather & Grandmother and reveals terrible aspects of life in Ireland. This first bonus chapter speaks to the discovery of the Cillini and the lives within. Frank brings you into the very heart of the spirit of the land, the land of ordinary Irish people, the land of his family.

Bonus Chapter: Suffer the Little Children © Frank Brehany 2024 - All Rights Reserved.

Music: 'Requiem for the Soul' by Iouri Sazonov (under licence via Shockwave-sound)

In this latest Podcast from Frank Brehany, he talks about the Climate Crisis and how it has affected regions and Travel Consumers. He explores his own experiences from 2022 & 2023 along with the now widespread affects of the Crisis. He talks about his own solutions to mitigate his travel impact, along with the reaction from media, politicians and the Industry itself. He examines the affects on communities and the impact in 2023 on Consumers and their Rights. He guides UK holidaymakers to key legal rights and where to find them. The crisis is upon us and whatever about our desire to do the right thing, perhaps it is the very climate itself that will change the very face of travel and our expectations in the years to come?