Welcome back to Politea with Dee! The government took no time getting right back into the swing of things after the holiday break. This week I explain the whole Grok AI controversy, and upcoming bills. Also ministers have been messy with money! From Paschal Donohoe giving the world bank an unwarranted extra 10 million euro to government ministers not paying back money they owe the state.

In the last episode of the year, recorded as the Dáil heads into its Christmas recess, I reflect on a week of weighty debates and decisions. From the review into Jim Gavin’s election campaign to Jim O’Callaghan’s remarks on social cohesion. The rejection of the abortion order paper and the shutting down of the fox hunting bill led to some heated interaction in the Dáil . Meanwhile, Rory Hearne raised urgent concerns about the rising number of homeless children in Ireland.

Welcome back to The Politea with Dee! This week I give an update on the government considering a social media ban for Under 16's. I also have a little chuckle (rant) over the department of housings' social media video blunder. This week a new grassroots organisation launched. Lastly, I discuss what went on in Leinster house from a secret passing of a bill at 1am to a TD being called a muppet by another TD!

This week on The Politea with Dee I discuss Zelensky’s historic visit to Ireland which sparked a debate on neutrality, senators clashing over defamation laws, energy credits vanish despite advice, and the government unveils yet another “big plan” for housing and transport. Plus, talk of banning kids from social media and Labour pushing for better trans healthcare.