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EPISODE · May 7, 2026 · 8 MIN

Why are wired headphones back on the rise?

from The Hard Shoulder

We are plugging back in!Gone are the days of Bluetooth headphones, because furiously untangling wires in an attempt to look more stylish while walking down the street or on the treadmill is back. But why have wired headphones become popular again?Joining Ciara to discuss is Dave Hanratty, host of the ‘No Encore’ podcast, Audio Producer with The Irish Independent.

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We are plugging back in!Gone are the days of Bluetooth headphones, because furiously untangling wires in an attempt to look more stylish while walking down the street or on the treadmill is back. But why have wired headphones become popular...

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