David Quinn from the Iona Institute talking about the Government’s new National Strategy for Women and Girls.  

David has raised concerns that the strategy places a very strong emphasis on women’s participation in the workplace, while potentially undervaluing the choice to prioritise family and home

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We hear it more and more “Burnout” .. are we more prone to it these days?

Clinical Psychologist Sheena Kumar joined Nikki hayes to discuss

The Odyssey is one of the world’s great stories of adventure, struggle and the longing for home. But what can this ancient Greek epic teach us about Christian faith? 

Pedro Esteva explored that question in his recent article for The Irish Catholic, “The Road Home: Why Christians Should Read The Odyssey”, and he joins us now to tell us more. 

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Nick Park, joining us to talk about an inspiring story of faith and resilience.

Since the war in Ukraine began, displaced Ukrainians have planted around 160 churches across Europe — creating new communities of faith while rebuilding their lives far from home.

The Coombe Women’s Hospital has been at the heart of Dublin life for 200 years, and now some of that incredible history is being brought to life in a special collaboration with The Little Museum of Dublin.

Daryl Hendley Rooney, curator at the Little Museum, to tell us more about the exhibition, the stories behind it and some of the fascinating treasures that help tell the Coombe’s story.

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If snakes, spiders and crocodiles aren’t exactly your idea of a fun day out, James Hennessy might just change your mind!

He’s the founder of the National Reptile Zoo in Kilkenny, Ireland’s only dedicated reptile zoo, where the aim is to get people closer to these fascinating and often misunderstood creatures.

And if you fancy getting up close and personal with some of the zoo’s residents, you can find out more here:

Visit National Reptile Zoo

Imagine finally getting your dream outfit together for the Dublin Horse Show… only to discover your dress and hat have gone missing!

That’s exactly what happened to Pamela Ryan — but thankfully An Post came to the rescue, locating her outfit just in time.

And it was definitely worth the stress, because Pamela went on to be crowned Best Dressed at the Gallagher Dublin Horse Show, walking away with a €10,000 prize!

Today we’re talking food, business and a great Irish success story.

Mohammed Rashid founded Safco Fine Foods in 2012 after spotting a gap in the market for fresh, natural and halal foods.

From becoming Ireland’s first wholesale falafel producer to now supplying major retailers, Safco has come a long way. Mohammed joined Lydia O’Kane on the show

Climate change is something we hear about constantly — but when it comes to tackling it, should we be putting more of our money where our mouth is? From government spending and business investment to the choices we make as individuals, there’s a huge financial question at the heart of the climate debate. 

Environmentalist, TED speaker and conservation educator Susan Adams joins us to ask: should we actually be investing financially in climate change — and what would that investment achieve? 

Now, if you fancy going somewhere a little bit different, somewhere that feels like a real adventure, Bhutan could be the place for you.  

Travel expert Brian Bloomer is heading there later this month, travelling through Kolkata and the tea country of Darjeeling before making his way into Bhutan itself.  

He’ll be exploring some incredible places, including Thimphu, Punakha and Paro, and of course taking on that famous climb to Tiger’s Nest. Brian, this sounds like some trip! 

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