Episodes
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Stories of the week on 'The Debrief'
We look back on the stories of the week with our panel in studio. Joining Ciara for this week's debrief was Paul Hosford, Deputy Political Editor of the Irish Examiner, broadcaster Meghann Scully and Liam Herrick. Chief Commissioner of the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission.
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The latest on the Russell Brand trial
As the court is set to hear final arguments and the case enters closing stages entertainment journalist, Caroline Frost brought us the latest on the Russell Brand trial.
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Celebrity Traitors spoiler alert!
Did you see the Traitors last night? If you didn't, prepare for some spoilers. But we're sorry, we just can't help it! Entertainment Correspondent for the Irish Independent Melaine Finn and Lorcan Nyha from the Communications Clinic and Columnist both joined Ciara on the show to give all the...
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A look ahead to the weekend of sport
Eoin Sheahan from Off The Ball previews all the weekend's sporting action.
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Patrick Stewart dies aged 86
The stage and screen actor Sir Patrick Stewart has died at the age of 86. Film Reviewer, Cara O'Doherty looks back on his life and career.
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A history of Other Voices
Acclaimed Irish music festival Other Voices turns 25 this year. Ciara Doherty was joined by MayKay, musician and host of the upcoming Other Voices: Home at the Guinness Storehouse event to discuss her Other Voices highlights.
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The World's Biggest Heist
Yesterday saw the biggest heist in human history, yet no bank was robbed, no getaway driver and no high-speed chase. Rather, a few hackers, managed to steal over 6 billion dollars of crypto currency. Ronan Murphy, Chief Strategy Officer at Forcepoint, and cybersecurity expert joined Ciara on the...
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Preparations underway for Finglas Fright Night
Across the country, this week events will be held to try to curb the disturbances caused by bonfires and illegal fireworks. One area where community groups and the council are working together is Finglas in north Dublin. Reporter Bairbre Holmes visited to hear how preparations for Finglas Fright...
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Could we be living on Mars?
Is there really a chance we could be living on Mars? And what is the recent obsession with moving to space? Niamh Shaw, the scientist, explorer, engineer and space obsessive joined us on the show this morning to discuss.
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New body to examine options for Irish unity, says Taoiseach
A new Government body is being set up to research the challenges involved in a united Ireland. Pat Leahy, Political Editor of The Irish Times joined Ciara on the show with the details.
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Kids getting fireworks on social media
Garda sergeant John Fitzpatrick has said that Illegal fireworks are being sold to children through social media platforms such as Snapchat and WhatsApp while other messaging platforms with disappearing messages are beings used. Daithí Doolan, Sinn Féin Cllr for Ballyfermot/Drimnagh, Laura Melody,...
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Going Green: Are we doing enough to protect our seas?
Are we doing enough to protect our seas? Ciara asked Professor Tasman Crowe, UCD Vice President for Sustainability who chairs the National Biodiversity Forum and co-chairs the Marine Protected Areas Advisory group. Going Green is with thanks to Repak.
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Christine Lagarde to step down as ECB president
The President of the European Central Bank, Christine Lagarde, is to resign from her role in February. She will be stepping down nine months before her eight year term was to expire. For more on this, we heard from Editor with The Currency, Thomas Hubert.
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One parent's experience of child loss
Ódhran Dever died at University Galway Hospital last year at 2 days old, from injuries he suffered during delivery. He had been born at 28 weeks. An inquest was held where a verdict of medical misadventure was returned. Ciara was joined this morning by Andrea Dever mother of Ódhran and Treasa...
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Ask The Expert: Mortgages
It’s time for ask the expert. This week’s expert is Trevor Grant, the Chairperson of the Association of Irish Mortgage Advisors.
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The true story behind 'Rocky' 50 years on!
Next week will mark 50 years since the ultimate underdog story, 'Rocky', first hit theatres. To mark the anniversary, we're getting a brand a new film 'I play Rocky', a Sylvester Stallone biopic which tells the unbelievable true story behind the movie. To tell us more was Chris Wasser, Culture...
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An Tánaiste Simon Harris returns after paternity leave
An Tánaiste Simon Harris returns to Government working after taking paternity leave. The Tánaiste joined Ciara in studio this morning.
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Have we too many laws that are not enforced?
With the number of criminal offences growing. It is possible that no one knows the exact number of such offences that already exist in Irish law. To talk about the issues this raises is Lecturer of Law in UCC Luke Noonan.
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The two Dan Sullivans running for Senate in Alaska
The US midterms are fast approaching, but who are the two Dan Sullivan's running for senate in Alaska? Is this a freak coincidence or an ingenious ploy from the Democrats? To tell us more was Scott Lucas Journalist and professor of International Politics at UCD's Clinton Institute.
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‘Attack is a strong possibility’ ahead of EU leaders’ visit
This morning there are reports that the Gardai fear an attack in Dublin next month is a strong possibility. Who would be posing a threat to Ireland and what can we do about it? Speaking to Ciara with more on this was Author, Journalist and Russian analyst, Jason Corcoran and also Retired…
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What Made Me: David McRedmond, Former CEO of An Post
Ciara was joined now by former CEO of An Post, former chief executive of TV3 ,as well as a few other things David McRedmond.
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How best to look after our bones?
Oestrogen, the hormone responsible for keeping bone density stable and maintaining bone health, decreases during menopause. As we come into the winter it's more important than ever to know how best to look after our bones. To discuss all things bone health is Registered Dietitian with Eatwell,...
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Advocating fathers to speak openly about the grief of pregnancy and infant loss
Last year, Buncrana Councillor Fionán Bradley experienced the devastating loss of his twin daughters to stillbirth. Councillor Bradley has begun speaking out on the impact of pregnancy and child loss and advocating for other fathers to speak openly about their grief.
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Dinosaur fossil sold for €42m in New York
A mystery buyer has paid the second-highest price ever for a dinosaur fossil as a Nanotyrannus sold yesterday for €42m in New York. This raises many questions surrounding the fairness of the private sale of fossils. To discuss this further was Maria McNamara a Professor of Paleontology at UCC.
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Is Wi-Fi on a plane really something we need?
Earlier this week easyJet announced they'll be rolling out Wi-Fi across their fleet as early as 2027, which raises the question, is Wi-Fi on a plane really something we need? Ciara asked Brenda Power, Barrister and Sunday Independent Columnist.
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Minister for Justice meets with the Law Society
A meeting has taken place this morning between the Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan and the law society, as they look to bring the legal aid dispute to an end. Speaking to The Claire Byrne Show was Colleen Gildernew a partner at KOD Lyons.
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The problem of AI music fraud
We discuss the problem of AI music fraud with music journalist and host of the 'No Encore' podcast, Dave Hanratty.
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How do you talk finances with your adult children?
The housing crisis means a lot of young people are stuck at home, long after they should have moved out. It also means that some parents are living with their adult children, and still footing the bill. So how do you talk finances with your adult children? Ciara asked Founder of 'Money Just For...
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The Irish Dance Halls' promising future
Irish language and culture has been enjoying a revival in the last few years. Now with demand for set dancing classes spiking, is a return to the dancehall also nigh? Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports on Irish Dance Halls' controversial past and promising future:
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Energy price hikes expected again
Energy price hikes are being predicted once again after a significant increase was recorded in the wholesale electricity markets. To discuss this further with Ciara was Daragh Cassidy, Head of Communications for Bonkers.ie and Paul Deane, Senior Lecturer on Energy at UCC.
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Exit polls suggest no clear winner in Israel's election
With just over half the votes counted, Israel's election result is far from certain with neither of the two main blocs on track to reach a majority. Exit polls also suggest Netanyahu's Likud party is set to be the biggest single party in the Israeli parliament. Ciara spoke to Jerusalem based…
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Adrian Martin Chef and Author of 'Cooking for Mama'
Adrian Martin is chef and author of a brand new book, 'Cooking for Mama' chatted to Ciara in studio this morning.
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More wild bee species in decline across Europe
With UN’s Cop17 conference on biodiversity in full swing this week. Records since 1921 show more bee species are declining than increasing across Europe. Entomologist Brian Murray tell us what this means, could they face extinction, and what would the impact be?
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Musician and Actor Steve Wall
From The Stunning to The Walls, and from music to the big screen, Steve Wall has spent a lifetime telling stories and challenging the status quo. Steve joined Ciara in studio this morning.
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Neighbours is being recut into a microdrama
Fans of Neighbours are well-used to drama on Ramsay Street. But now AI is causing concern for the actors as elements of the show are being recut for a new phone-first version. Newstalk's Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brought us the details on this.
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36th Alzheimer Europe Conference takes place today
Today Ireland will welcome more than 1,200 people from across Europe, all in the name of Alzheimers research. The 36th Alzheimer Europe Conference is taking place. But what progress do they think can be made? Ciara asked the CEO of The Alzheimer Society of Ireland, Andy Heffernan.
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The popularity of romance fantasy books or ‘Romantasy’
The popularity of romance fantasy books, or ‘Romantasy’ has skyrocketed in recent years. Creating a near-billion-dollar industry in the US alone, with popularity often fuelled by huge fanbases on TikTok and Instagram. To talk us through this was Chrissie Russell Freelance journalist and...
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Harry Kane wins the Ballon d’Or
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick's future remains on a knife edge this morning, after a meeting was held yesterday by United executives at the training ground. Harry Kane won the Ballon d'Or last night. The first English player to do so in 25 years, the last being Michael Owen All to...
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ESB warns new EU legislation could slow down housing supply
Amid a housing emergency, the ESB has warned incoming EU regulations may make things worse. The semi-state company has warned that new 'made in Europe' legislation will lead to higher prices and limited supply of vital materials. To discuss this further was Planning Expert Tom Phillips, of Tom...
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Five things to do to shrink your waistline
Personal trainer Karl Henry joined Ciara this morning to talk about shrinking your waistline and how to do it in a healthy way.
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Jay-Z Announced as next Super Bowl half-time act
Rapper Jay-Z has been confirmed as next year's Super Bowl half time show act. The musician will take the stage on February 14 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. For reaction to this news Ciara spoke to music and arts journalist Zara Hedderman.
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Polls have opened in a general election in Israel
Polls have opened in a general election in Israel that could decide Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's future. The results could have far reaching impacts in the region too with military operations continuing in Gaza and Iran. Joining Ciara to look ahead to the election was Jerusalem based Irish...
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Never Have I Ever... Ridden a Motorbike
Claire's guest is actor and comedian Pat Shortt. If you’ve ever seen Easy Rider or The Motocycle Diaries you will be familiar with the rebellious allure of getting your motor running and heading out on the highway. At least in the movie world, taking a motorbike out on the open road is an...
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The Debrief
Welcome to The Debrief, where we look back on some of the biggest stories of the week. Joining Claire this morning was Sports Correspondent with The Irish Times, Gavin Cooney, Commercial Creative Director with The Journal, Niamh Maher and Political Correspondent with The Irish Independent, Conal...
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The US midterm election drama in the states
Sky's David Blevins joined Claire this morning to discuss the midterm election drama in the states.
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A look ahead to the weekend of sport
We look ahead to a busy weekend of sport with Off The Ball’s Eoin Sheahan.
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A look ahead to Israel's general election
Israel's general election is to take place on Tuesday. The first since the Hamas attacks in October 2023. We look ahead to the election with Chief International Correspondent with The Independent, Bel Trew.
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The latest banishment and murders in the castle
We discuss the latest round of banishment and murders in the castle that is home to The Celebrity Traitors. Irish Independent News and Entertainment Correspondent Melanie Finn tell us all.
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Paris is extending a partial curfew
Paris is extending a partial curfew restricting movement in parts of the city until Monday, as Marseille and Lyon impose a total ban on protests this weekend. We get the latest on this with London Times Contributor Adam Sage.
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How to handle those hard interview questions?
What questions are you allowed to ask in a job interview? How do you answer the tricky ones?! To help us along the way was Senior Work and Organisational Psychologist Patricia Murray.