Beste Defoe podcaster (2024)

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143. How to register to vote 20:30

10d ago20:30

20:30

This week Sean is joined by Tim Carey from the Electoral Commission with a warning about the time you have left to register to vote and who can apply for a postal vote.

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142. The Death of All Things 7:17

17d ago7:17

7:17

This week Jamie O'Hara runs through some of the things once indispensable to life that have faded into non existence

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141. Conker Cheats Cheat Us All 8:37

24d ago8:37

8:37

This week we're going bonkers for conkers as we examine the revelation which threw the committee for competitive conkering into chaos this week. If you can't trust conkers what can you trust?

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140. Three of the hardest Dáil constituencies to predict 17:06

1M ago17:06

17:06

This week we're breaking out the crystal ball to have a look at some of the toughest Dáil constituencies to predict ahead of the general election

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139. The Lion, the Wallaby and Dublin's Elephant Graveyard 10:03

1M ago10:03

10:03

This week Emma Tyrell brings us on a tour of Dublin's animalistic highlights

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138. Budget gesticulation and election speculation 14:35

1M ago14:35

14:35

This week we ruminate on the biggest budget in the history of the State and whether it means an election is imminent

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137. Do we need to take food supplements? 19:01

1M ago19:01

19:01

This week we're asking whether the $177bn supplements industry is actually necessary or whether people are popping pills they don't need

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136. Lies, damn lies and election dates 15:26

2M ago15:26

15:26

This week we've been hitting up the pre-Dáil party think-ins to get the skinny on the general election date

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135. "We live by two words - what if?" The hidden risks of sepsis 53:35

2M ago53:35

53:35

This week for Sepsis Awareness Day we're speaking to a number of families who've been tragically affected by sepsis and discussing how to spot the signs

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134. Naloxone - the medicine that can pause an overdose 24:38

2M ago24:38

24:38

This week we're marking International Overdose Awareness Day by talking about a medicine which can temporarily stop an overdose. The injection or nasal spray can buy people precious time to allow an ambulance to arrive or treatment to be given. Let Me Explain.

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133. 30 years since the IRA ceasefire of 1994 12:46

2M ago12:46

12:46

This year marks three decades since the IRA ceasefire of 1994 - a pivotal moment on the path to peace in Northern Ireland. Eamonn Torsney remembers life in Northern Ireland during the Troubles.

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132. The city that banned salt 10:43

3M ago10:43

10:43

This week we take a look at the South American city that banned salt shakers from restaurant tables in a bid to tackle excess sodium intake and the range of health problems it brings

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131. Six way-too-early election trends to watch 12:22

3M ago12:22

12:22

The Irish general election will happen at some point over the next few months and while politicians are taking the last break they'll get for a while we're looking at some of the trends which may shape the vote. Why are former Fine Gael TDs losing selection conventions? Are Sinn Féin spooked? And why the Government isn't afraid to fight an election…

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130. Why are vegetables getting less nutritious? 18:51

3M ago18:51

18:51

We're always told to eat our veg and plants are key for nutrition. But many fruits and veggies, from apples to zucchinis, are less nutritious than they were 40 years ago. Why? Let Me Explain.

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129. Poison, painting and pigeon shooting - a weird history of The Olympics 13:13

3M ago13:13

13:13

This week we look at some of the weirdest events to ever grace the Olympics. From the 1904 marathon which was marred by poison, hitchhiking and brandy, to the freakish events that never quite caught on. And just how many condoms do the athletes need? Let Me Explain.

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128. Who is Kamala Harris? 17:24

4M ago17:24

17:24

Who is Kamala Harris - the presumptive Democratic nominee to be the next US President? From a career as a California prosecutor to the second most important politician in the country, where did she come from and what are her chances of beating Donald Trump? We look at her career as a district attorney right up to her record as Vice President.…

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127. The life and times of Leo Varadkar 17:17

4M ago17:17

17:17

The former Taoiseach and Fine Gael leader Leo Varadkar announced this week he won't be contesting the next election and will be retiring from front line politics aged just 45. We look back on the career of an early starter and a man who broke a number of big taboos in Irish politics

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126. Looking for a man in Finance? Jack Chambers and the Giant Budget 14:23

4M ago14:23

14:23

Looking for a man in Finance? 6'5? Blue Eyes? Well who is the new man in the Department of Finance, Jack Chambers? He's in charge of arguably the most consequential budget of this Government and with the Summer Economic Statement out this week, what's it likely to mean for your pocket? Let Me Explain. Budget 2025…

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125. Should Ireland ban tanning beds? 25:44

4M ago25:44

25:44

Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in Ireland and tanning beds increase the risk of contracting the disease by 60% with just a single use. So is it time to ban the tan? Is fake tan better and safer for you? And what else can be done to combat rising skin cancer rates in Ireland?

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124. How do judges decide jail terms? 22:03

5M ago22:03

22:03

In the wake of the suspended sentence for Defence Forces member Cathal Crotty the woman he attacked, Natasha O'Brien, has called for mandatory minimum jail terms for assault causing serious harm. But how do judges come to their sentences? What do they have to take into account? And just how much is in their own hands when it comes to ensuring some …

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123: Why Do Men Die Younger Than Women? A Men's Health Week Special 23:12

5M ago23:12

23:12

This week we discuss Men's Health Week and talk about the leading causes of death among men including cancer and heart disease as well as looking at some of the simple fixes you can make to improve your chances of a long life. Featuring the Marie Keating Foundation's Helen Forristal and Finian Murray of the HSE…

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122: Who has won the Euro elections? 27:35

5M ago27:35

27:35

We go around the grounds to our reporters in Dublin, Cork, Mayo and Limerick to get the wrap up of the European elections. And who is John Moran, the new Mayor of Limerick?

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121: Life in Numbers 7:55

5M ago7:55

7:55

Have you ever wondered what our world and what we've achieved looks like when it's compiled down to just figures? Let Jamie O'Hara explain.

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120: My Cancer Journey 31:12

5M ago31:12

31:12

You've probably been wondering where Seán Defoe has been over the last 8 months - let him explain.

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119: The Criminal Justice System 20:01

6M ago20:01

20:01

Do you ever wonder how journalists navigate court reports and crime stories? Let Andrew Louth explain.

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118: Responsible Dog Ownership 14:39

6M ago14:39

14:39

With a rise in dog ownership over the last few years, we've also seen a surge in dog attacks...What does it take to be a responsible dog owner? Let Josh Crosbie explain.

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117: Rise in Botox 10:39

6M ago10:39

10:39

What has caused the rise in botox? Laura Donnelly explains all in this week's episode of Let Me Explain.

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116: Cash or Card? 17:41

7M ago17:41

17:41

Do you prefer to pay by cash or card? With more businesses opting for card-only payment methods, questions about a 'cashless society' begin to crop up. Could this really happen? Let Josh Crosbie explain.

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115: 999 13:27

7M ago13:27

13:27

What happens when you call 999, and what do we have to do to get help to us as quickly as possible? Let Alex Rowley explain.

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114: Measles 10:58

7M ago10:58

10:58

We came close to eradicating measles before we saw a recent increase in cases at home and across Europe - with Ireland recording a measles-related death for the first time in 24 years this year. Where has this rise in cases come from? Let Caoimhseach Connolly explain.

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113: Malawi 12:37

8M ago12:37

12:37

The country of Malawi is increasingly becoming under threat due to climate change. Let Ben Finnegan, who has just visited the landlocked African country, explain.

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112: Replacing a Taoiseach 8:56

8M ago8:56

8:56

After Leo Varadkar announced his intention to step down as Taoiseach, Ellen Butler explains how a Taoiseach is replaced.

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111: Nominative Determinism 9:29

8M ago9:29

9:29

Usain Bolt, PC Rob Banks, Thomas Crapper... Nominative Determinism is the term for when people are attracted to jobs and hobbies that match their names. Let Me Explain.

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110: The Soft Power of St Patrick's Day 9:14

8M ago9:14

9:14

Is the world actually jealous of the access St Patrick's Day gives us to the White House? Let Shane Beatty explain.

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109: The Everyday Affects of Climate Change 9:12

8M ago9:12

9:12

How will climate change affect everyday life? Let Ben Finnegan explain.

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108: A Reunited Ireland 13:04

9M ago13:04

13:04

When we talk about a 'united Ireland', why don't we call it a 'reunited Ireland'? Simon Tierney is in the hot seat on this week's Let Me Explain.

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107: Diamonds 7:08

9M ago7:08

7:08

Diamonds: They've fuelled conflicts, marketing campaigns and inspired robberies. How have diamonds captivated the world for hundreds of years? Find out in this week's Let Me Explain.

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106: Concerts, the Economy and You 9:30

9M ago9:30

9:30

Music concerts are bigger than ever, but what does that mean for the industry, music fans - even the economy? Jamie O'Hara is here to tell on this week's Let Me Explain.

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105: Wedding Prep 14:49

9M ago14:49

14:49

Wedding prep season is in full swing and we have Josh Crosbie in for Seán Defoe to give us a full planning guide!

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104: Deposit Return Scheme 11:10

9M ago11:10

11:10

On February 1st Ireland will adopt a new deposit return scheme for bottles and cans. Consumers will be able to return the items to their local shops to claim their deposit back. Let Ben Finnegan Explain...

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103: Burns Night 9:23

10M ago9:23

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On the 25th of January, people in Scotland and Scottish people around the world celebrate Burns Night. Did you know people in Ireland also celebrate? Let Eamonn Torsney explain.