Should national anthem be on the school curriculum? Shane and Ciara discussed this on the show.

Are we going to see any easing of cost of living crises for people? Ciara asked Minister for Finance, Paschal Donohoe this morning.

Airport Dad’s are the unsung heroes of holiday travel according to freelance Journalist Niamh O’Reilly who explained why she thinks so.

Sinn Féin spokesperson for Rural Affairs, Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Conor D McGuinness TD, has slammed the Government’s failure to include Amhrán na bhFiann anywhere in the national curriculum . Conor discuss further with Shane.

It’s time for Gardaí to tackle drinking at Grand Canal Lock, so said councillors at the most recent South East Area Committee meeting this week.  Labour Councilor for Pembroke and Former Lord Mayor, Dermot Lacey  explained why.

Social Justice Ireland says Budget 2026 must boost core social welfare payments by €25 a week to close growing income gaps and meet the Government’s promise of progressive budgeting 

Shane discussed further with Susanne Rogers Research and Policy Analyst at Social Justice Ireland. 

An Post could be forced to change the frequency or speed of postal deliveries due to costs and changing consumer habits. Communications Minister Patrick O’Donovan told Cabinet yesterday that profits at the mail service were up, but there has been a decline in overall post numbers.

We discussed further with David McRedmond, CEO of An Post.

We’ve all been at a party with our partner, silently wondering: “I hope they’re having as much fun as I am”.  Journalist and Columnist, Anniki Sommerville decided to ditch setting her husband up with new friends just let it be.  

Early Childhood Ireland is calling on the Government to bring Early Years and School Age Care graduates within public sector pay and conditions, in line with teachers. We discussed further with Frances Byrne, Director of Policy at Early Childhood Ireland. 

What sort of person do you want to represent Ireland? Shane and Ciara discussed this morning.