Unscripted with Niamh O'Connor

In episode 85, John Sweetman from GoLoud’s true crime podcast Lines of Enquiry joins Niamh in studio.

John talks about his unexpected path from art and animation (yes, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) to 25 years in Garda forensic work.

They unpack what people don’t realise about investigations, why tiny mistakes can collapse a case, how true crime can shape public perception, and why staying respectful to victims always has to come first.

And in a turn of events, Niamh and John bond over the playstation of all things!

Season 3 of Lines of Enquiry is out now, and you can get it in the same place you get this podcast!

Episode 5 of Tangent Time is a full Electric Picnic debrief — the line-up, the internet outrage, and why no one is ever happy no matter who’s headlining.

Niamh breaks down why EP’s always been more than the music anyway (be so for real) and why Longitude is just not the vibe once you’re out of the teen TikTok trenches.

Plus: the real reason she might skip EP this year — going (nearly) sober, the pressure to drink in Ireland, and why festival camping is actually a form of torture. Should Unscripted do EP? Let us know!

Episode 84 is basically meant to be about Coachella… and somehow turns into a full-on pop culture yap session (with a few brutal truths thrown in).

Niamhs chats about why Coachella never appealed before, but this year has her ready to save 5 grand, hire stylists and go all out.

She breaks down the influencer “outfit reveal” pressure, give flowers to Charlene Murphy’s insane content grind, and shout out the best looks (Lucinda, Ami Charlize, Eabha O’Donoghue, and more).

Then it’s Bieberchella tears, Selena vs Hailey opinions, Alex Cooper vs Alex Earle “beef”, Molly-Mae x Adidas… and a rant about Americans car-camping like it’s a luxury Airbnb.

Episode 83 is with James Doyle (aka Protein Bar Papi) in studio — and it’s equal parts funny, honest and a little bit unhinged

James chats about how he actually started on TikTok, the body dysmorphia that pushed him into the gym, and why chasing the “perfect” physique can get unhealthy fast. We get into bulking/cutting fear, steroids pressure, and the whole “looksmaxxing / tiptoe maxxing” madness online.

Then we pivot to Japan: convenience stores on every corner, insane public transport rules, Mount Fuji, Universal, and why you absolutely cannot be jaywalking over there.

Plus: Tiny Tangent on the worst part of adulthood… having to feed yourself constantly.

It’s Tangent Time #4 and Niamh is not holding back — today’s topic is horse racing and greyhound racing, and after one question box, it’s clear people feel VERY strongly about it.

Niamh breaks down what she learned from an RTÉ deep dive: ex-racehorses being slaughtered, turned into dog food, exported as horse meat, and the huge amount of state support going into the industry.

Then it gets even darker with greyhound racing: overcrowded rescues, discarded dogs, malnourishment, and why Niamh thinks you cannot rationalise it.

Part Two of Niamh and Jeremy Dixon’s “opinion off” is basically one long, honest debate with zero filter, and it gets a little heated!

They go deep on OnlyFans — Niamh opens up about doing it for two years, how dark it can get, the pressure to go more graphic for more money, and the reality that the internet never forgets. They talk regret, exploitation, age limits, the hypocrisy of men who pay for it, and how it can follow you for life.

And Jeremy gives his perspective as a parent of two young daughters.

Then it’s onto vaping: quitting smokes, kids on strawberry air, popcorn lung, and why Jeremy thinks vapes are the worst invention ever.

Plus a new segment: Jeremy’s gives his Tiny Tangent on why workplace birthdays are pure cringe.

Episode 82 is a different one — Niamh is joined in studio by the King of Opinions, Jeremy Dixon for an “opinions off” style chat, and it’s exactly as unfiltered as you’d expect from two people who love a debate.

They get into fame, boundaries and the whole Chappell Roan hotel drama — what actually happened, how clips get taken out of context, and why people decide they hate you after watching 20 seconds on TikTok.

Then it turns into a proper rant about kids and social media: under-16 bans, Snapchat, the manosphere, creepy DMs, and why parents need to stop handing children phones and blaming creators after.

Stay tuned for Part Two tomorrow! We just couldnt cut them short!

And if you enjoy these opinion offs, you will love Jeremys podcast with Adrian Kennedy, Opinions Matter, check it out!

It’s Tangent Time week 3 and Niamh is officially triggering the Unscripted comments section — so for this week… she's laying off the men.

This episode is a full-blown rant about April Fools’ Day and why it needs to be banned immediately.

Fake boyfriend reveals, “I got emailed by Zara Larsson” lies, brand pranks, and people thinking they’re comedians when none of us are actually funny.

And the final straw? The Bound Apparel leopard print tracksuit prank that genuinely sent Niamh over the edge.

Conspiracy theories, airport “spotting” lore, actual tears, and a formal demand: make the tracksuit real, or your house is getting robbed.

Episode 81 is a full catch-up with Lauren in studio — and it starts with Niamh doing 80 minutes on the StairMaster like an actual psychopath.

Then it turns into a proper rant about the 35-week driving test wait times, the absolute nonsense of “accompanying drivers”, and why learner drivers should be able to get signed off by an instructor if the system is going to leave people waiting eight months.

And finally, the pop culture lore. Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, Taylor Frankie Paul, the leaked TMZ video, Dakota, “dad talk” being cringe, Jessie’s divorce tea, and why Whitney is actually the star.

It’s Tangent Time again — the weekly bonus ep where Niamh reacts to whatever you send in (TikTok dramas, hot takes, the lot).

This week Niamh is reacting to a listener-submitted TikTok: why are Irish brides getting ready in their knickers on the morning of the wedding?

Niamh gets into double standards, why men in boxers never get questioned, and why a butt cheek is literally just… a butt cheek.

Wear the knickers, wear nothing, wear whatever you want