Morning Mix with Alan Corcoran

Earlier this year students from Coláiste Bríde in Carnew launched the powerful 'Take a Stand, Change the Band' campaign, challenging the Junior Cycle grading system. Their voices reached the steps of Dáil Éireann—and were heard. This morning, Fine Gael TD Brian Brennan joins us to discuss their success, what it means for education policy, and how student activism is shaping the future of learning in Ireland.

Catherine Kennedy and Tom Murphy, are gearing up for an incredible Arctic Challenge in support of Sightsavers Ireland. Braving extreme conditions, they aim to raise vital funds and awareness for global eye care, spotlighting the urgent need to prevent avoidable blindness and improve access to vision services worldwide.

Cllr. Pat Barden addressess the ongoing broadband outage in Ballinaboola. With many residents left without stable internet access, the disruption is affecting everything from remote work to education. Cllr. Barden shares updates on the situation, the impact on the community, and what steps are being taken to restore connectivity and prevent future outages.

Former Wexford hurler Billy Byrne with his take on Wexford’s hard-fought victory over Antrim this past weekend. He reflects on the team’s performance, standout moments from the match, and what it means for Wexford’s campaign moving forward.

Former award-winning journalist Tony O’Brien joins us to discuss the escalating threats to press freedom in the United States during and after the Trump administration. As attacks on the media continue to reverberate globally, Tony explores the consequences for democratic discourse, the safety of journalists, and the resilience of truth in an era of misinformation.

Ahead of Lights, Camera, Access: From Script to Screen – Wherever You Are, taking place this Thursday at the National Opera House in Wexford, we’re joined by acclaimed director Laura Way, known for Maxine and The Serial Killer’s Wife. She shares what to expect from this full-day industry event aimed at empowering writers, directors, and producers across Ireland — and why bringing production opportunities beyond Dublin is more important than ever.

As the 2025 TUI Annual Congress gets underway at Whites of Wexford, we’re joined by Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation, and Science, James Lawless, TD. With educators from across the country gathering to discuss the challenges and opportunities in Ireland’s education system, Minister Lawless shares his insights on policy priorities, investment in third-level institutions, and the role of research and innovation in shaping Ireland’s future workforce.

It’s time for our regular update from across the Garda districts, and joining me is Sgt Aisling Ferriter. Today, she issues appeals for information following two recent burglaries in Ballyscartin, Gorey, and Ballygoman, Barntown. While burglary figures are down overall, Sgt Ferriter also shares important crime prevention advice. Plus, we take a look at road safety, with notable detections of drivers under the influence and other road traffic offences over the bank holiday weekend.

Independent Cllr Michael Sheehan joins us to discuss some of the key concerns facing the New Ross area, including the proposed IPAS centre. He shares his perspective on how such developments affect the community and why open dialogue and engagement are crucial as decisions are made about the town’s future.

Today marks World Earth Day — a moment to reflect on our relationship with the planet and the urgent need for environmental action. Renowned environmentalist and former meteorologist Gerald Fleming joins us to discuss the challenges we face, the progress we’ve made, and how each of us can play a part in building a more sustainable future.