In this week’s part 2 of 2, Problem With episode we continue on our discussions about the UN. Annaig takes a look at how the rotation of members on the Security Council plays a role in the aid given to the same countries, the diplomatic and political criticisms of the United Nations. Henna then discusses some of the times the United Nations has failed to act in international crises. We then listen to an account from a whistleblower, who witnessed sexual abuse while on a peace keeping mission. 

If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or this lockdown, please visit

Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/
Substance abuse helpines - https://spunout.ie/help/service/drugs-alcohol-helpline
Domestic/sexual/other abuse - https://spunout.ie/help/categories/abuse-support-services

Sources - https://www.irishtimes.com/news/crime-and-law/men-killed-in-n7-crash-came-to-garda-attention-after-lights-off-on-car-1.4615335 https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-china-57773472 https://www.un.org/un70/en/content/history/index.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criticism_of_the_United_Nations https://www.dw.com/en/bolkovac-un-tries-to-cover-up-peacekeeper-sex-abuse-scandal/a-19082815 

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In this week’s Problem With episode we discuss the issues with the UN. Henna explains the history and purpose of the United Nations. She explains how the structure and system is flawed and needs some revision. Annaig discusses the criticisms of the UN, particularly that of the power of the five permanent members on the UN Security Council and how that impacts the Israel/Palestine conflict. 

If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or this lockdown, please visit

Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/
Substance abuse helpines - https://spunout.ie/help/service/drugs-alcohol-helpline
Domestic/sexual/other abuse - https://spunout.ie/help/categories/abuse-support-services

Sources -
https://www.irishtimes.com/news/crime-and-law/men-killed-in-n7-crash-came-to-garda-attention-after-lights-off-on-car-1.4615335
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-china-57773472
https://www.un.org/un70/en/content/history/index.html
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Criticism_of_the_United_Nations
https://www.dw.com/en/bolkovac-un-tries-to-cover-up-peacekeeper-sex-abuse-scandal/a-19082815
https://www.un.org/un70/en/content/history/index.html
https://www.businessinsider.com/united-nations-failing-needs-overhaul-opinion-2019-6?r=US&IR=T
https://www.trtworld.com/magazine/the-united-nations-has-a-problem-and-no-one-s-talking-about-it-39961
https://www.trtworld.com/americas/twelve-times-the-un-has-failed-the-world-21666

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In this week’s episode, we bounce back after a hiatus, with several topics. Henna discusses the low ranking of tackling human trafficking in Ireland and we chat about the lack of discussion and information on human and sex trafficking in this country. She also talks about the release of Bill Crosby, and the effect this has on victims of assault. Annaig takes a look at several court cases including the most recent case pertaining to Boy A, of the Ana Kriegel murder and the issues with Irish lesgislation that protects perpetrators in cases of child homicide. She then discusses one of the largest ever cases taken against adult content producers, PornHub and parent company, MindGeek. We then take a look at the Britney Spears conservatorship situation, which has been making headlines after a judge denied the removal of Britney’s father, Jamie Spears as conservator.

Context -
https://www.ladycurious.com/episodes/episode/4ac9dbab/the-problem-with-the-porn-industry-part-1
https://www.ladycurious.com/episodes/episode/4a509aa5/the-problem-with-the-porn-industry-part-2
https://www.ladycurious.com/episodes/episode/4a896517/the-problem-with-sex-as-a-commodity-part-1
https://www.ladycurious.com/episodes/episode/4c546ed6/the-problem-with-sex-as-a-commodity-part-2 

If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or this lockdown, please visit https://www.ruhama.ie/get-support/ for support.
Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/
Substance abuse helpines - https://spunout.ie/help/service/drugs-alcohol-helpline
Domestic/sexual/other abuse - https://spunout.ie/help/categories/abuse-support-services

Sources -https://www.rte.ie/entertainment/2021/0701/1232337-britney-spearss-conservatorship-request-denied/ https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/courts/woman-pleads-guilty-to-posting-photo-online-of-boy-convicted-of-ana-kriegel-murder-40601935.html https://edition.cnn.com/2021/07/01/politics/takeaways-from-trump-organization-indictment/index.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_6CGuHwWDFs https://www.vice.com/en/article/epnayj/bill-cosby-is-free-sexual-assault-survivors-are-shocked-and-angry https://www.thejournal.ie/human-trafficking-ireland-3-5483332-Jul2021/ 

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In this week’s episode, we travel back to the days of the Irish Suffragette Movement. Annaig explains the difference between suffragette and suffragist, the suffragette flag and a timeline of the incredible works of Anna Maria Haslam (né Fisher). Henna discusses the other Irish political movements at the time, mainly the push for Home Rule, and we learn how it overshadowed the suffragette movement considerably, even after women won the right to vote. 

Episode about the recent histories of Irish women (for context) - https://www.ladycurious.com/episodes/episode/4d084e2d/italian-keanu-reeves

If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or this lockdown, please visit 

Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/

Substance abuse helpines - https://spunout.ie/help/service/drugs-alcohol-helpline

Domestic/sexual/other abuse - https://spunout.ie/help/categories/abuse-support-services

Sources - https://www.irishtimes.com/news/world/middle-east/israel-hits-gaza-with-air-strikes-for-second-time-in-three-days-1.4596987 https://www.nps.gov/articles/symbols-of-the-women-s-suffrage-movement.htm https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anna_Haslam https://www.nationalarchives.ie/topics/DWSA/DWSA_AH.pdf https://www.thejournal.ie/protest-james-joyce-house-of-the-dead-5467774-Jun2021/  https://www.historyireland.com/20th-century-contemporary-history/irish-suffragettes-at-the-time-of-the-home-rule-crisis/ https://www.irishtimes.com/culture/heritage/how-irish-women-won-the-right-to-vote-in-1918-1.3697389 

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In this episode, we deep dive into the issues with healing crystals or gemstones. Henna takes a look at the appropriation involved in healing crystal practices, the consumerism and capitalism that has swallowed up the industry and marketing used to sell us these gems. Annaig talks on the devastating environmental impact of mass crystal mining, and discusses the situation in  the tanzanite mines of Mererani, Tanzania, outlining the account from a 12 year old child labourer. We then explore ways we can shop more ethically, and how to find reputable vendors.

If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or this lockdown, please visit 

Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/
Substance abuse helpines - https://spunout.ie/help/service/drugs-alcohol-helpline
Domestic/sexual/other abuse - https://spunout.ie/help/categories/abuse-support-services

Sources - https://www.irishtimes.com/news/world/us/two-of-r-kelly-s-lawyers-move-to-quit-case-as-racketeering-trial-nears-1.4589032  https://theyearsproject.com/learn/news/are-crystals-sustainable/ https://www.thenewhumanitarian.org/report/61004/tanzania-gem-slaves-tanzanites-child-labour  https://www.thestranger.com/slog/2018/05/11/26166391/the-trouble-with-crystals-is-they-sometimes-contribute-to-the-worlds-suffering https://crystalearth.ie/ https://moonrisecrystals.com/earth-to-pocket/ https://www.kzoo.edu/praxis/yoga/ https://loveandlightschool.com/are-your-crystals-ethical-an-interview-with-nicholas-pearson/  https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2019/sep/17/healing-crystals-wellness-mining-madagascar  https://news.stanford.edu/2018/08/09/understanding-peoples-obsession-crystals/  https://www.latimes.com/health/la-he-millennials-religion-zodiac-tarot-crystals-astrology-20190710-story.html https://longreads.com/2019/09/25/your-healing-crystals-are-part-of-the-capitalist-exploitation-machine/ 

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In this episode, we discuss cults. Henna explains what defines a cult, how to recognise a cult or when you may be in one. Annaig does a case study of the People’s Temple, led by the infamous Jim Jones and discusses the Jonestown Massacre.

If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or this lockdown, please visit 

Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/
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Video about life in Westboro Baptist Church - https://youtu.be/fC0eoM5Jwg4

Sources- https://www.irishtimes.com/news/world/europe/opposition-decries-hostage-video-as-belarus-airs-roman-protasevich-confession-1.4584193  https://9gag.com/gag/a7E26yA  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonestown  https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/mass-suicide-at-jonestown  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peoples_Temple#:~:text=Originally%20founded%20in%20Indianapolis%2C%20Indiana,an%20emphasis%20on%20racial%20equality https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/features/jonestown-congregation/  https://www.theguardian.com/world/2018/nov/17/an-apocalyptic-cult-900-dead-remembering-the-jonestown-massacre-40-years-on  https://www.rollingstone.com/feature/jonestown-13-things-you-should-know-about-cult-massacre-121974/ https://eu.tennessean.com/story/news/religion/2016/09/15/what-makes-cult-cult/90377532/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cult  

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In this week’s episode we discuss the historical 1992 Supreme Court ruling during the ‘X Case’. Annaig deep dives into Judicial Review and the story behind the case of Attorney General v. X (a fourteen year old girl) and the aftermath for X, her perpetrator and the general public. Henna discusses the 8th Amendment and the Repeal the 8th campaigns that changed the health rights of women in Ireland in 2018. 

Episodes for Context - 

Indigenous Canada - https://www.ladycurious.com/episodes/episode/4a1f8d9b/good-morning-baltimore 

Catholic Church in Ireland - https://www.ladycurious.com/episodes/episode/4a33b307/the-problem-with-the-catholic-church-in-ireland

Israel/Palestine Conflict - https://www.ladycurious.com/episodes/episode/4c7507f4/stamp-on-me-in-a-barrel & https://www.ladycurious.com/episodes/episode/48d776b7/the-problem-with-apartheid 

Sources - 

https://www.irishtimes.com/news/world/middle-east/un-launches-investigation-into-alleged-war-crimes-in-gaza-conflict-1.4577755
https://news.sky.com/story/liverpool-drug-dealer-who-used-encrochat-jailed-after-cheese-picture-analysed-for-prints-12315921#:~:text=A%20man%20has%20been%20jailed,showing%20his%20fingers%20and%20palm
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Attorney_General_v._X
https://www.thejournal.ie/twenty-years-on-a-timeline-of-the-x-case-347359-Feb2012/
https://www.irishtimes.com/culture/film/the-8th-how-ireland-went-through-a-collective-national-moment-of-catharsis-1.4568338
https://www.thejournal.ie/eighth-amendment-2-3924188-Apr2018/ 

 

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In this mini episode we celebrate Annaig’s birthday weekend by figuring out which celebrities we share our birthdays with. Annaig will never forgive the fact she shares a birthday with Bob Dylan.

P.S. Patti LaBelle was NOT on the song 'Lady Marmalade', Annaig has no idea why she said that. 

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In this week's episode we chat about the current ongoing mental health crisis in Ireland, and how it's interlinked to other aspects of our lives.

If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or this lockdown, please visit: https://letsgettalking.ie/ for affordable counselling.
Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/
Substance abuse helpline - https://spunout.ie/help/service/drugs-alcohol-helpline
Domestic/sexual/other abuse - https://spunout.ie/help/categories/abuse-support-services

Sources - https://www.irishtimes.com/news/world/middle-east/israel-hamas-ceasefire-takes-hold-after-11-days-of-fighting-1.4571278  https://news.sky.com/story/lads-day-out-seven-bullocks-take-over-east-yorkshire-town-after-escaping-from-field-12307191 https://www.breakingnews.ie/ireland/mental-health-problems-in-ireland-have-gone-from-a-crisis-to-an-emergency-1126816.html https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-40291358.html

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In this ‘Problem With’ episode, we discuss the horrifying attacks on Gaza in recent weeks. We read real accounts from Palestinians, and watch some video footage of the bombing of the Al-Aqsa Mosque. Annaig discusses the apartheid in South Africa and we chat about the similarities of the Hafrada between Israel and Palestine. Henna then suggests some ways we can help and support Palestine.

If you, or anyone you know, is affected by the topics discussed in this episode or this lockdown, please visit - https://www.ipsc.ie 

Crisis helplines - https://www.3ts.ie/need-help/crisis-helplines/

Substance abuse helpines - https://spunout.ie/help/service/drugs-alcohol-helpline

Domestic/sexual/other abuse - https://spunout.ie/help/categories/abuse-support-services

Sources - https://www.irishtimes.com/news/crime-and-law/courts/district-court/acid-poured-on-woman-found-in-burning-limerick-property-court-told-1.4563958 https://www.irishtimes.com/news/world/middle-east/israeli-forces-intensify-attacks-on-targets-in-gaza-strip-1.4564948  https://www.britannica.com/topic/apartheid  https://www.history.com/topics/africa/apartheid https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Israel_and_the_apartheid_analogy @shaunking @spicebag.exe @theslacktivists @preservingpalestine @humbleakh_1 @key48return 

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