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Welcome to PoliTalks, a hub for casual yet informative conversations about politics, news, and other current affairs. Based in Ireland, but with watchful eyes overseas.... more
FAQs about PoliTalks:How many episodes does PoliTalks have?The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.
January 26, 2025New Taoiseach, New Government, Old NewsAs the week draws to a close and the newly minted government breaks for two weeks after a gruelling two days, Brendan Cahill-Flynn joins us for coverage of the week's stories....more10minPlay
January 23, 2025Breaking - Dáil Suspended!On what was supposed to be the day of Micheál Martin's return to the office of Taoiseach, opposition parties have refused to facilitate Dáil procedures until an agreement is reached on opposition speaking time for government-supporting TD's. After a chaotic breakdown of discourse in the Dáil, Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy was forced to suspend the house until 9am the following day. Brendan Cahill-Flynn joins us for the story...more6minPlay
January 20, 2025Storming the Beaches on 'T-Day' - US Inauguration SpecialToday the United States swears in its 47th President and Administration. The cold crowds of Washington DC have been shepherded indoors as the cheering fills the room, and a long list of promises (or threats?) are made. Joining us for analysis is Brendan Cahill-Flynn...more20minPlay
January 20, 2025Procedural Acrobatics, Policy Dilution, and Flux CapacitorsAs we approach a new political epoch in the United States, does Ireland alternatively face a backslide to the past? Brendan Cahill-Flynn joins us to discuss the weekend's stories....more18minPlay
January 15, 2025A Government is Formed!The long-awaited arrival of a Programme for Government may be nearing its end, as announcements of various Ministerial jobs and Departmental reshuffles are made throughout the day. From Minister Healy-Rae, to the department of domestic affairs that's not a department, and Harris' foreign ambitions, Brendan Cahill-Flynn joins us for coverage on the latest stories. If you have questions for the show please email us at [email protected]...more11minPlay
January 01, 2025House-Hoarding, Healthcare, and the Wait-List for a Band-AidIt is New Year's Eve, and today we are joined by Brendan Cahill-Flynn, to discuss the Land Hoarding (RZLT) Tax, as well as the Private Healthcare being practiced in public hospitals, and the strain that places on the system....more23minPlay
December 24, 2024Private Schools Seek Public Support, and the Soc Dems 'stick around'As we approach Christmas and the heat in Leinster House cools down, Brendan Cahill-Flynn joins us for some pre-Christmas coverage....more30minPlay
December 15, 2024Civil War or Civil Partnership: Inside Coalition Negotiations - Sunday News RounupAs the Civil War Parties reach across the aisle (but not very far) to bolster their numbers for a potential government, the Regional Independent Group has smelt hesitation from the left and pounced upon the center-right. Brendan Cahill-Flynn joins us to discuss the situation, as well as the Security of our politicians, and the latest updates on Syria...more12minPlay
December 12, 2024No Slow News for Soc Dems and the Battle for the ChairAs coalition formation talks continue, and the Social Democrats try to cut loose bad press, Brendan Cahill-Flynn joins us to discuss the day's stories, as well as Verona Murphy's nomination for Chair of the Dáil, and Ireland's international escapades....more10minPlay
December 08, 2024Syria gets Serious, Coalitions get Discussed, and the Public gets PatientToday we're joined by Brendan Cahill-Flynn to hear the latest on developments home and abroad. From ongoing Government Formation talks, to the Liberation of Syria from its current Regime, we have all the best analysis, topped off with some awkward shots of World Leaders...more11minPlay
FAQs about PoliTalks:How many episodes does PoliTalks have?The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.