Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

Paul talks Nancy who campaigns for better mental health care, learns how Ciara wonders what lies ahead for her daughter after an encounter she and her friend had, hears all about Charlie who carries the flag for Cork in a big doggie comp. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to Julia about Charlie's single-minded campaign to make Cork Great Again in The Nose Of Tralee Vote here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul has a magic chat with Ger and hears about working with David Blaine on developing tricks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recent figures showed spending on beefing up flood defences for East Cork has slowed down. Caroline Leahy, Secretary Midleton and East Cork Flood Protection Group, tells Paul it's looking like history repeating itself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kate is on a 9 week trip through France and tells Paul she managed to make it to the coast keeping one step ahead of the fires gripping the country Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to Taylor whose mom passed in May after a stroke and wants to help the Irish Heart Foundation See also here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ciara tells Paul she fears for the world her daughter will grow up in after men she did not know asked to photograph her while she was out walking with a friend Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ralph Riegel talks to Paul about continuing investigations and the legal options in Jordan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to Mary who lost a gold walking stick of great sentimental value in Blackpool Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne hears Nancy explain the reforms she would like to see. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne talks to Craig Coady about the wait for news on Skycalrys while the decision to aid Ukraine was fast tracked Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne talks in studio to campaigning dad Craig Coady about the fight to get his son Paudie the medicine he badly needs, here's how shops are fighting back against professional shoplifters, welcomes Pepper the Guide Dog. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Karen O'Mahony tells Paul Byrne the story of her battle to get the Rainbow Club its own base with help from anonymous donations, local families, and one incredible vision Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to Artur Bielejewski about what happened and how people from Cahir and all over rallied around! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul finds out about the club and the car from William Cuddy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul chats to Amayah about what she is looking forward to in tonights final Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul hears from Chloe that her son was lucky there was a first responder on hand to help treat her 6 year old was hit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul chats to Lawrence who gets help from Pepper and to Liam from Irish Guide Dogs in studio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne talks to Adrian Twohig of Stalwart Security about gangs that roam the country stealing to order and how shops and security companies are fighting back Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Success for the firefighters in stopping a danger to houses in Vernon Mount but worrying news about people deliberately feeding fires throughout the city, Paul Byrne hears from Victor Shine Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne hears Chantelle talk about the fear she feels from her son's tantrums and the deaf ears when she tries to get him help, learns about a campaign to make spiking drinks a crime, looks forward to Husky Rescue showing off their beautiful dogs. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne chats with Crossy from Onic Entertainment about why so many are talking about this film Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to Andy Cullen of Husky Rescue who will be in Mahon Point tomorrow 9.30AM to 4pm with the dogs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Terry Murphy from Cobh Tradfest fills Paul in about a weekend with the big trad sessions and a youth and student busking competition too Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne talks to Chantelle who faces an impossible choice between love, safety, and survival as she deals with her boy's meltdowns with promised help and respite never arriving. Thomas Gould TD also joins in the conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul chats to Dwayne Breen about what's ahead of us at the Regatta which is happening Aug August 14th–16th Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to owner John Griffin about converting the famous White Star Line kiosk into a coffee outlet and about the future of the outdoor dining canopies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to Joan Fennelly about how her love for organic food turned into a lockdown passion project which turned into a nice little earner! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shane Kennedy of Diana O'Mahony's jewellers tells Paul that the news from Minister Kevin "Boxer" Moran that Cork will not get a tidal flood barrier until 2100 is a bit of a blow given all the damage the shop has lived through while Brock Lewin from Badger & Dodo says traders will have to take measures themselves because depending on the government is just too risky. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul gets a briefing from Cathal Nolan of Ireland's Weather Channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne talk to Kevin McPartlan of Fuels For Ireland about what we can expect Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne gets a firsthand account from Cllr Michael Brennan in South Tipperary Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to Dola Twomey from Spiking Ireland, a Cork based initiative set up to take action against spikers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne hears about a young woman's night ruined by her drink getting spiked, talks to Housing Minister John Cummins about the relaxation on planning rules for "log cabin" houses, looks forward to Paul St Food Plaza returning. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul hears about the perfect blend of a lively weekend market, elite, must-see canines and friendly fidos from Ann Ingram this Sat and Sun at Cork Showgrounds, Curraheen Road Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Linda Goggin James from Iris House (originally The Girls Club) tells Paul Byrne about the important work they do helping cancer patients keep dignified when treatment means hair loss Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rita tells Paul Byrne that daredevil driving by night and commuter speeding in the morning will cause a tragedy to happen to a local school child or senior citizen in the Old Youghal Road Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to Paddy McClintock who is running to highlight ways to stop personal tragedies. If you need help phone 116 123 or contact your GP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to Sean Lynch, who is the only funeral director in Ireland licensed to lay cremation ashes to rest using a drone. See also aerialfarewell.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Victor Shine from Cork City Fire Brigade has more for Paul Byrne Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to Sandra Burns from Joe’s Farm Crisps a cousin of Paudie Coady who desperately needs Skyclarys to treat his Friedreich's ataxia. The farm in Killeagh, is hosting its annual sunflower picking fundraiser throughout July & August to raise funds for this. Sunflower Picking will begin this week on the following days: Thu Jul 23rd to Sun Jul 26th 4pm-8pm See also here https://www.facebook.com/joesfarmcrispscork/posts/pfbid0wTj4DodHFuuiNuyiLb1eZR8oaTpzLXYzgKK7P36dCURjktjqm6K2BvxxQ3oPS4r9l Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Cummins, Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage talks to Paul about the relaxed planning rules for standalone dwellings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to Felix, Benedikt, Leo and Benjamin Leon, their mentor about their experience on apprentice training in Cork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul talks to Paul Lordan from 5th Quarter as they look forward to a very popular experience reopening from tomorrow.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne chats to Chief Superintendent Noonan and puts listener concerns about crime in Cork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Solicitor Pat Horan tells Paul Byrne about a family friend who had her drink spiked that turned a routing family celebration into a trip to ER Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne talks to INMO boss Phil Ní Sheaghdha about nursing in Ireland's stressed-out health system, hears why Sandra is driving her dad's vintage tractor on his longest run, chats to Mark about growing up in a funfair. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Piper tells Paul how growing up in the merries made friendships for life as staff joined the fair and moved onto other things but stayed in touch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shane Casey reflects with Paul Byrne on turning casual, unscripted chats into a surprise hit—and why genuine chemistry beats formulas every time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Byrne talks to James Goulding, Water Network Operations Manager Uisce Eireann, about how long the ban will last Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.