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S1 · E2286
August 24 · 11 min
Why is there so much emphasis on learning cursive handwriting?
When the younger kids go back to school in the coming weeks, they will no doubt be taught the skill of cursive writing, but how necessary or important is that today? Dr. Sinead McCauley Lambe from the School of Inclusive & Special Education at DCU joins Seán to discuss.
S1 · E2285
August 24 · 8 min
The power of the human brain
You have possibly heard the claim that we only use 10% of our brainpower, but how true (or untrue) is that, and what is the potential of the human brain? Ruth Freeman, Director of Research for Society at Research Ireland joins Seán to discuss.
S1 · E2284
August 24 · 25 min
Four Questions: Becoming an archaeologist!
We’re looking back on the weekend and looking forward to the week ahead through the lens of these four questions: What delighted you over the weekend? What annoyed you over the weekend? What did you learn over the weekend? What are you looking forward to this week? Joining Seán to discuss is Maia Dunphy and Susan Daly!
S1 · E2283
August 24 · 10 min
Should we have Sundays like the French?
If you’ve ever been to France, you may have noticed that most things are closed on a Sunday, something Ireland used to be known for. Should every day be a shopping day, or should we return to this concept of a ‘French’ Sunday? Joining Seán to discuss is Brenda Power, Barrister and Sunday Independent Columnist.
S1 · E2282
August 21 · 13 min
80th anniversary of ‘A Miracle on Djouce’
On the 12th of August 1946, a Junkers 52 aircraft took off from Paris Le Bourget with a group of French Girl Guides, bound for Dublin on the invitation of the Irish Girl Guides. The aircraft had twenty-six people on board, including the crew. En route, the plane crashed, and one of the Girl Guides, along with two of the crew, went out to search for help, leading to a miracle rescue. Bill Nelson, Local Historian and author of ‘A Miracle on Djouce’, joins Seán to tell the story, 80 years on.
S1 · E2281
August 21 · 7 min
The story behind the barn owl rescued at sea
Seeing an owl out in the wild is rare enough, but one at sea is something you’d never expect. 70 miles off the coast of Norfolk, an exhausted barn owl landed on a boat and was looked after by the crew. James Stannard, Conservation Officer for the Barn Owl Trust, joins Seán to discuss.
S1 · E2280
August 21 · 12 min
‘Headline Newds’: X-Rated Climate Change Advocacy
One of the problems with talking about climate change is that it can be a bit of the same depressing message over and over again. So, how do you make the topic more attention-grabbing? Bring it to OnlyFans! Joining Seán to discuss is Jessica Riches, OnlyFans Creator and Writer of ‘Headline Newds’.
S1 · E2279
August 20 · 10 min
The Michael Collins movie - 30 years on
It is the 30th anniversary of the acclaimed film ‘Michael Collins’. What legacy does it have? Joining Seán to discuss is Writer for Ireland’s Own Mick Jordan, who was also an extra in the film.
S1 · E2278
August 20 · 8 min
Why are so many people trying to watch porn at work?
More than 52,000 attempts to access websites categorised as adult content were blocked by the Stormont Assembly’s network in the past year, according to figures released through a Freedom of Information request by James McCarthy, Political Reporter for the Belfast Live website. So why are so many people trying to watch porn at work? Joining Seán to discuss is Ciara O’Brien, Tech Correspondent for the Irish Times.
S1 · E2277
August 20 · 6 min
How does the Heritage Plaque scheme work?
Across Dublin city, plaques remember the achievements and lives of notable figures across all professions, but how does this system actually work? Who decides who gets a plaque? Joining Seán to discuss is Donna Cooney, Green Party Councillor and Chair of the Naming and Commemorations Committee for Dublin City Council.
S1 · E2276
August 20 · 11 min
Living with Alopecia - what is it like?
During the Rose of Tralee this week, the eventual winner talked about having Alopecia, and showcased her collection of weeks. It did demonstrate how the condition can impact anyone at any age. Joining Seán to discuss her experience is Chloe Sheehan, who has Alopecia Areata hair loss.
S1 · E2275
August 20 · 14 min
Does society not tolerate women being funny?
Recent controversy over Amanda Knox turning her experience of being wrongly convicted for murder into a comedy show at the Edinburgh Fringe again brings into question whether or not there are different standards when it comes to men and women doing comedy. So, does society not tolerate women being funny? Joining Seán to discuss is Norma Sheahan, Comedian and Actress.
S1 · E2274
August 19 · 6 min
The ‘Kerry Cow’ debunked - what was it actually?
The remains of the so-called ‘Kerry Cow’, discovered 30 years ago on the Dingle Peninsula, have undergone new analysis with startling results. Joining John Fardy to discuss this is Martin Moucheron from the School of Archaeology at UCD…
S1 · E2273
August 19 · 10 min
What are the red flags of romcoms?
Romcoms are meant to make us feel good, but what happens when romantic gestures look more like red flags under a modern lens? Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist and co-host of the ‘Tough Love’ podcast, joins guest host John Fardy to discuss.
S1 · E2272
August 19 · 8 min
Does a sweary boss help motivate workers?
Have you ever had a sweary boss who peppers their language with the odd spicy word here and there? Well, new research shows that how this is received depends on the personality type of the employee in question. Joining John Fardy to discuss this is Alexandros Psychcogios, Professor of Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource Management at Loughborough University in the UK.
S1 · E2271
August 19 · 15 min
Moncrieff’s Murder Club: When Colleagues Kill
Every Wednesday, Cassie Delaney will join to tell unusual stories on heinous crimes… This week, Cassie joins guest host John Fardy to discuss cases where colleagues at work kill!
S1 · E2270
August 19 · 17 min
Is it ever too late to go to university?
Is it ever too late to go to university? Joe Rooney who played Father Damo on Father Ted shocked Professors when they saw he was taking their module at DCU. Joe joins John Fardy to discuss what the experience has been like so far.
S1 · E2269
August 18 · 7 min
What is the best way to get rid of fruit flies?
Every year, whether there's a heat wave or not, fruit flies seem to magically appear in your home. So, what’s the best way to get rid of them? Dr Colm Moore from Rentokil Mobile joins Seán to discuss!
S1 · E2268
August 18 · 15 min
Would you keep an older parent’s age a secret?
When Katie Glass, Feature Writer with the London Times, was born, her mother was 24, but her father was 62. When he was in his 80s, she was still in her teens. For many years, her reaction to this age gap was to keep quiet, an attitude she has since changed, particularly after her father’s death. She has been writing about this, and joins Seán to discuss.
S1 · E2267
August 18 · 6 min
What were Roger Casement’s zoological exploits?
There are many reasons why Roger Casement is a significant figure in Irish history, but one lesser talked about aspect of his life are his zoological exploits. While travelling in Africa and South America, he sent preserved and live specimens back to Ireland… Aidan O’Hanlon, Curator of Entomology at the National Museum of Ireland, joins Seán to discuss.

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