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The psychology and the politics behind this week's Covid-19 moves
Behavioral economist Pete Lunn and political correspondent Jennifer Bray join Hugh to talk about the government's major moves in the Covid-19 fight t…
4 years, 11 months ago
A moment of triumph and peril for the Greens
Last week was a very good one for the Green Party, but you could be forgiven for getting the opposite impression. Today, Hugh and guests spend a litt…
4 years, 11 months ago
Is free speech under threat?
In his new book Free Speech and Why it Matters, Andrew Doyle questions a new form of social justice activism, which as he puts it, casually disregard…
4 years, 11 months ago
Vaccine stockpiles, shortfalls and supply issues
The EU is set to tighten export controls in a bid to prevent Covid-19 vaccines leaving the bloc. It comes as Europe looks destined for a showdown wit…
4 years, 11 months ago
Interview: Derek Scally, author of The Best Catholics in the World
In today’s episode Irish Times Berlin correspondent Derek Scally joins Hugh to speak about his brand new book: The Best Catholics in the World. Havin…
4 years, 11 months ago
Pandemic Politics: Ask Me Anything
In today’s episode, Pat and Jen join Hugh for a special edition of “ask me anything”. From the zero Covid strategy to concerns around global vaccine …
4 years, 11 months ago
Monarchies in modern times
Oprah Winfrey’s interview with Prince Harry and his wife Meghan dominated the news headlines all this week. The most watched programme on RTE so far …
4 years, 11 months ago
Davy in crisis, Ireland’s illegal adoptions, vaccine delays and MHQ
It's just over a week since the Central Bank fined Davy stockbrokers €4.1 million for breaching market rules. On today’s show, Hugh talks to Jack Hor…
4 years, 11 months ago
Empire, imperialism and Ireland - with prof Jane Ohlmeyer
President Michael D Higgins sparked a debate recently with his sharp critique of British imperialism. In a piece for the Guardian, he accused some ac…
4 years, 11 months ago
Is affordable housing achievable?
In January, the Affordable Housing Bill was published by Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien. The Bill introduces a …
5 years ago