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Sophie Bell from Cavan has become one of the most recognisable young voices in Irish farming, using social media to bring the reality of agriculture to a new audience. With more than 100,000 followers on Instagram and over 50,000 on TikTok, Sophie has shown the dedication, challenges and rewards behind life on the farm, while helping to connect consumers with where their food comes from.  

 As a young woman building a future in agriculture, Sophie represents a new generation of farmers embracing tradition while using modern tools and platforms to tell their story.  

She joined us this evening on iRadio's Groupchat to tell her story.

Choosing the right college course can be one of the biggest decisions a young person makes, but with hundreds of options available, many students can feel overwhelmed.

Course Compass is a new Irish AI-powered platform designed to help secondary school students make more informed choices by looking at their interests, strengths, personality and career aspirations.

Joining me is the founder of Course Compass, Stephen McKeon, who's aiming to make personalised career guidance more accessible for students, families and schools across Ireland.

Mayo fever has well and truly taken over, and  there are people all over the county calling in sick or not showing up to work today .

Should the GAA move the senior All-Ireland finals to a Bank Holiday weekend?

Leah spoke to Valerie live from MacHale Park in Castlebar in Mayo.

Showbiz and pop culture journalist Lottie Hulme has been keeping thousands of fans up to speed every single day, breaking down the biggest moments, decoding villa dynamics, and giving her hot takes across social media. 

Before we crown this year's winners, Leah catches up with Lottie to get her verdict on the series, the biggest talking points, and what happens once the Islanders return to the real world.  

A campaign born from unimaginable grief has changed the law in Ireland. Jennie's Law, named after Jennifer Poole, creates a public register of people convicted of domestic violence against a current or former partner, giving victims access to information that could help them make safer choices. 

Jennifer Poole was murdered in 2021 by her former partner, Gavin Murphy. Now, Her brother, Jason Poole, has turned his family's grief into a campaign for change, he's determined that Jennifer's death will not be in vain. 

He joins me now on iRadio's Groupchat to talk about the campaign, the impact of Jennie's Law, and what Jennifer's legacy means to him. 

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Joining us on Between the Sheets today is someone who knows exactly what it’s like to find love in one of the most famous villas in the world. Conor Phillips stepped into the Love Island villa and not only found himself at the centre of the action, but also met Megan Forte Clarke - and the pair have gone on to become one of Ireland’s favourite Love Island couples.  

 Since leaving the villa, life has changed massively for Conor and Megan. They’re now splitting their time between Ireland and London, building careers, taking on new opportunities, and navigating life in the public eye.  

The countdown is on to another huge weekend of GAA action, with the men’s All-Ireland football final just around the corner. Last weekend, ahead of the All-Ireland hurling final, content creator and Irish history, language and culture enthusiast Leon Brown was outside Croke Park encouraging supporters to use a cúpla focal in a series of vox pops.  

  Leon joins Valerie to chat about why keeping the Irish language alive matters, the unique role the GAA plays in our culture and history, and whether this could finally be the year Mayo put the famous "curse" to rest.  

In May, Kieran O’Malley lost his wife, Liz Kavanagh, after her courageous battle with colon cancer. In this emotional chat with Valerie McHugh, he remembers Liz as the warm, genuine person so many people came to know and love, both offline and through the way she documented her journey.

Kieran also shares the symptoms Liz urged people not to ignore, why she always pushed for tests and honest conversations with your doctor, and how keeping notes helped.

He reflects on the incredible compassion of Galway Hospice, and explains the “Walk in Green” on August 13th (Liz’s birthday), with all funds going to Galway Hospice.

Cosmetic dental surgeon Dr. Bronagh Keane - better known online as Ireland’s Tooth Fairy – joins Valerie McHugh on iRadio’s Groupchat to bust the biggest dental myths and share simple, practical oral health advice.

From why bleeding gums are a red flag, to why you shouldn’t wait until you’re in pain to see a dentist, Bronagh explains what actually matters in your daily routine.

They also dive into teeth whitening do’s and don’ts, the problem with black-market and over-the-counter products, and the everyday foods and drinks that stain your teeth.

Cathal Cully and Rebecca Wilson are both autistic, and they’re currently in the early stages of planning their wedding - but they want to do things a little differently. They’re hoping to make their day as autism-friendly and accessible as possible, taking into account sensory needs and making sure everyone feels comfortable and welcome.  

 They’re also passionate about raising awareness, challenging misconceptions around autism, and creating better understanding of what being autistic actually means.