The Greg Hughes Show

Today we address the sexualisation of women in sports media, legal developments surrounding the Noah Donohoe inquest, fallout in the global music industry, local recovery initiatives, and our third Irish Music Month finalist showcase. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We open the programme with our daily scan of the regional and national headlines […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Wednesday | 16/09/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we cover a narrow escape following a bus hijacking in Strabane, national political analysis on Donald Trump’s visit, local infrastructure debates in Letterkenny, and the launch of our Irish Music Month finalist showcases. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We open the program with a scan of the local and national front pages, […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Monday | 14/09/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we kick off the weekend with The Friday Panel tackling international state visit costs, centralizing health spending, rising fuel prices, and artificial intelligence, alongside 9/11 anniversary reflections, Irish Music Month showcases, and local entertainment events. Inside Today’s Episode: 💬 The Friday Panel: Author and journalist Kathy Donaghey, Seamus McDaid (Head of Football Special), and […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Friday | 11/09/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

From the Gaeltacht village of Rann na Feirste to the fictional shores of Ros na Rún, this week’s guest is a titan of Irish-language media whose career spans over three decades on stage, screen, and behind the camera. Niall Mac Eachmharcaigh joins the podcast to reflect on a remarkable life in storytelling. Best known to […] The post The Greg Hughes Podcast Ep38 : Niall Mac Eachmharcaigh: A Life in Stage and Screen appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we address post-separation justice and survivor support in Donegal, regional health service spending controls, traffic safety measures, rural school transport shortages, and home-grown food production. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We open the program with our daily scan of the regional and national headlines breaking across the newspapers today. ⚖️ Surviving Abuse […] The post The Greg Hughes Show |Thursday| 10/09/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Starting school is a milestone every parent marks with excitement — the tiny uniform, the brand-new shoes, the photo by the front door. But for Alicia McHugh, this week’s school run brings a painful reminder of the little boy who should have been standing in that photo. In November 2021, Alicia’s son Andrew was stillborn […] The post The Greg Hughes Podcast Bonus Ep :Butterfly Bears: Healing Grief Through Nature with Alicia McHugh appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we explore emotional resilience in young people, international cybersecurity investigations into child safety, legal fee deadlocks, major developments in Gaelic games integration, foreign aid policy, and local road safety enforcement. Inside Today’s Episode: 🧠 Emotional Resilience & School Discipline: Child psychologist Dr David Coleman joins Greg ahead of kicking off his 2026 nationwide tour […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Wednesday | 09/09/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

    Today we examine local economic initiatives keeping trade in Buncrana, major managerial news for Donegal GAA, big screen roles, debate over school discipline systems, and public health statistics. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We open the programme with our daily scan of the regional and national headlines breaking across the newspapers […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Tuesday | 08/09/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we examine the harsh realities of Ireland’s housing trap, global climate policy disparities, mental health recovery, and the logistical challenges facing Letterkenny University Hospital. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We open the program with a scan of the local and national headlines breaking across the newspapers today. 🏠 Trapped in the Housing […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Monday | 07/09/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Welcome to this special bonus episode of The Greg Hughes Podcast. On September 11, 2001, 19 al-Qaeda militants hijacked four commercial airliners in a coordinated terrorist attack against the United States, taking 2,977 civilian lives—including 343 firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice at the World Trade Center. Marking the upcoming 25th anniversary of that fateful […] The post The Greg Hughes Podcast Bonus Ep: Ride for Resilience: The Donegal & FDNY 9/11 Anniversary Story appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we kick off the weekend with The Friday Panel tackling international political meetings, agricultural bans, and healthcare spending, along with comedy, legal insights, and a life-changing cash giveaway. Inside Today’s Episode: 💬 The Friday Panel: MEP Ciarán Mullooly, Councillor Patrick McGowan, and Patricia Sharkey join Greg in-studio for an extensive first-hour discussion: Proposed EU […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Friday | 04/09/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

This week on The Greg Hughes Podcast, Greg is joined by one of the sharpest storytellers in Northern Irish comedy—West Belfast’s own Paddy McDonnell! From his early days launching his stand-up career back in 2011 to quickly supporting comedy giants like Des Bishop and Ardal O’Hanlon, Paddy has carved out a massive reputation across Ireland […] The post The Greg Hughes Podcast Ep37 : Paddy McDonnell: Taxi Stories, West Belfast & an audience of 8 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we explore the devastating real-world consequences of social media account bans for local businesses, a decade-long milestone for a Donegal primary school, West Donegal traffic protests, and housing displacement in Inishowen. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We open the program with our daily review of the front pages, tracking key regional, national, […] The post The Greg Hughes Show |Thursday| 03/09/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today’s show is a special broadcast focusing on unprecedented gridlock across Letterkenny, as the return of schools collides with Active Travel infrastructure works, alongside growing outrage over proposed hikes to town center parking fees. Inside Today’s Episode: 🚗 Special Report: Letterkenny Traffic Gridlock & Parking Hikes: We dedicate today’s program to analyzing the severe traffic […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Wednesday | 02/09/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

    Today we explore potential European bans on Brazilian beef imports, the harsh legal realities facing medical professionals, local law enforcement appeals, and decades of state corruption scandals. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We open the program with our daily scan through the national and regional newspapers, catching up on the top […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Tuesday | 01/09/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we address a major environmental incident on the Crana River, growing alarm over class sizes in Donegal primary schools, controversy surrounding a national medical conference speaker, and local health and road safety campaigns. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We kick off the program with our daily scan of the morning papers, tracking […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Monday | 31/08/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we address the ongoing enforcement debate surrounding parking in Letterkenny, pay tribute to a icon of traditional Irish music, review changes to the Defective Concrete Blocks scheme, and highlight upcoming events for International Overdose Awareness Day. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We kick off the program with a scan of the morning […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Monday | 24/08/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we pay tribute to a distinguished former Senator and local councillor following his passing, explore cross-border political dynamics on the Friday Panel, address school transport barriers on Aranmore Island, and cross live to Stradbally for Electric Picnic updates. Inside Today’s Episode: 💬 The Friday Panel: Deputy Pádraig Mac Lochlainn, Paddy Rooney, and Councillor Jimmy […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Friday | 28/08/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

On this week’s episode of The Greg Hughes Podcast, Greg sits down with retired teacher, union leader, and veteran politician Doreen Sheridan-Kennedy. Those who listen to Greg and Doreen on live radio know that while the respect is deep, the on-air verbal jousting is guaranteed! True to form, this civil yet spirited conversation covers four […] The post The Greg Hughes Podcast Ep36 Doreen Sheridan-Kennedy: Education, Fine Gael & Never Say Never appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we address the costly plans to immortalize a beloved local shipwreck, cross-border passport regulations, domestic safety risks, and local community environmental concerns. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We kick off the program with our daily look at the front pages, reviewing the leading headlines breaking across national and local papers today. ⛵ […] The post The Greg Hughes Show |Thursday| 27/08/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today, with Donal Kavanagh in the hot seat, we remember Dolly Parton, look at the need for a dedicated Department of the Marine, hear from a young Donegal musician bound for Electric Picnic, look at the right to be forgotten for cancer patients. hear of a new Coastal Location Service, explore the issue of commercial […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Wednesday | 26/08/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

    Today we tackle alternative education rights for non-religious pupils, local parking charge debates, national food security, cross-border peace initiatives, and back-to-school mental health. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We open the program with our daily look at the front pages, tracking the leading national and regional headlines breaking across the newspapers […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Tuesday | 25/08/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we examine the public fallout following the M9 tragedy in Kildare, dropping Catholic baptism rates across Ireland, reaction to Leaving Cert results, and local arts and sports updates. Inside Today’s Episode: 💬 The Friday Panel: Councillor Gerry McMonagle, broadcaster Mary Harte, and businesswoman Nicola Mahon join Greg in-studio for an extensive Friday discussion: M9 […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Friday | 21/08/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

This week on The Greg Hughes Podcast, Donegal boxing star Jason Quigley joins the show for an honest, wide-ranging conversation that goes far beyond the ring. We dive deep into the full arc of his career—from the immense hype of his high-profile professional debut to the intensity and pressure of the big fight build-ups. Jason […] The post The Greg Hughes Podcast Ep35 From Donegal to the World: The Real Jason Quigley Story appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we address accessibility breakdowns in public infrastructure, environmental dumping on local beaches, falling baptism rates, emergency department experiences, and practical budgeting tips. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We open the program with a scan of the local and national newspapers, tracking the top headlines and stories making the news today. ♿ Accessibility […] The post The Greg Hughes Show |Thursday| 20/08/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we address commercial pressures on school transport operators, equine therapy for additional needs, parking vigilantes vs. accessibility, road safety concerns in Burt, and a moving reality for families impacted by defective concrete blocks. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We open the program with a scan through the morning newspapers, tracking the top […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Wednesday | 19/08/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

    Today we address urgent calls to combat drug and vape spiking, police pursuit training in the wake of the M9 tragic collision, youth diversion programs, and new cross-border e-commerce charges facing consumers. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We kick off the show with our daily scan of the regional and national […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Tuesday | 18/08/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

This week on The Greg Hughes Podcast, I’m joined by a living legend of Irish traditional music: fiddler, vocalist, and founding member of Altan, Born and raised in the heart of the West Donegal Gaeltacht of Gweedore (Gaoth Dobhair), Mairéad was immersed in music from an early age under the guidance of her father, the […] The post The Greg Hughes Podcast | Ep 32 Strings Attached: Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh on Music, Family, and Memory appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

    Today we take a deep dive into defense investment, celebrate Mayo’s historic football victory, and dedicate our second hour to the glamorous and long-standing tradition of the Mary From Dungloe International Festival. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We kick off the program with our daily look at the front pages, reviewing […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Tuesday | 28/07/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we take the show on the road, broadcasting live from the Cancer Care West Donegal centre in Letterkenny. We speak to the dedicated team running this invaluable community service, meet the patients and families who rely on it, and hear inspiring stories of resilience, support, and hope. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: […] The post The Greg Hughes Show from Cancer Care West Donegal| Monday | 27/07/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we tackle the issue of government over-regulation, local infrastructure debates, inspiring charity drives, and expert analysis ahead of the All-Ireland Football Final. Inside Today’s Episode: 💬 The Friday Panel: Michael White of the Green Party, Fianna Fáil’s Claudia Kennedy, and Donegal News journalist Naomi Hamilton O’Donnell join Greg in-studio to thrash out the week’s […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Friday | 24/07/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

In this episode, we sit down with former Tánaiste, Cabinet Minister, and current Chairperson of the Donegal GAA County Board, Mary Coughlan. We take a wide-ranging look back at her life and career—from entering national politics at just 21 as the youngest TD in the country, to managing high-stakes government portfolios during turbulent economic times, […] The post The Greg Hughes Podcast | Ep 31 Mary Coughlan: Life, Politics and Donegal GAA appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we tackle the reality of Letterkenny’s commute times, severe mental health pressures on farm families, a dramatic rescue story from a decorated winch paramedic, and a celebration of local youth culture taking over the town park. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We start with our daily review of the front pages, tracking […] The post The Greg Hughes Show |Thursday| 23/07/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we bring you a major healthcare victory for a Donegal family, practical medical advice for surviving peak summer hay fever, and an extensive, multi-sided debate on Letterkenny’s growing traffic crisis. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We kick off the program with our daily review of the front pages, reviewing the top regional […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Wednesday | 22/07/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

As Canon David Skuce officially steps into retirement following seven years as Rector of the Dunfanaghy Union of Parishes, we sat down with him just days before his final service to look back on a remarkable 38-year career in ordained ministry. In this broad-ranging conversation, Canon Skuce reflects on his time serving Holy Trinity, Raymunterdoney, […] The post The Greg Hughes Podcast | Ep 30 Beyond the Pulpit with Canon David Skuce appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

    Today we address critical calls for reform across Ireland’s bail and prison systems, sweeping new government regulations for e-scooters, local road safety concerns in Donegal, and an inspiring milestone for organ donation. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We kick off the show with our daily review of the front pages, taking […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Tuesday | 21/07/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we address long-term welfare dependencies and calls for job-activation reforms, an alarming roadside incident involving a local sporting legend and the latest report into eating disorders across Ireland. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We kick off the program with our thorough daily review of the front pages, tracking the leading local and […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Monday | 20/07/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we address a major debate on the future of micro-mobility, a stark look at our vulnerable water network, an exciting preview of local history, and a major transition of leadership for the Derry Diocese. Inside Today’s Episode: 💬 The Friday Panel: Cllr Donal “Mandy” Kelly, Environmental Campaigner Patricia Sharkey, and James Ward (Editor of […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Friday | 17/07/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

What does it take to become the trusted confidant to some of the world’s most powerful, wealthy, and famous icons? In this episode, we step into the extraordinary world of Dunlewey’s own Patrick Gallagher. Patrick didn’t just watch twentieth-century history from the sidelines—he was the ultimate insider. From the majestic halls of Glenveagh Castle to […] The post The Greg Hughes Podcast | Ep 29: The Ultimate Insider: From Glenveagh to High Society with Patrick Gallagher appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we address a major step forward for the families of the Creeslough tragedy, a history-making academic achievement for a Donegal native, the threat of AI to creative artists, and plans to bring cruise tourism to Rathmullan. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We kick off the program with our daily look at the […] The post The Greg Hughes Show |Thursday| 16/07/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we address the urgent need for long-term care contingency plans, escalating summer water shortages across Donegal, the medical debate surrounding a total e-scooter ban, and a major legislative step forward for women’s reproductive rights. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We kick off the program with our daily look at the front pages, […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Wednesday | 15/07/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

    Today we address a weekend of unprecedented anti-social behavior in Downings, vital community policing updates, and a critical look at the rising demand for sexual assault support services in Letterkenny. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We kick off the program with our thorough review of the front pages, tracking the leading […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Tuesday | 14/07/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Donna-Marie Doherty is in the presenter’s chair for today’s program. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We kick off the show with a look at today’s major headlines, from fuel costs creeping back up at the pumps to strict new proposed legislation aimed at banning violent pornography. 🚗 Letterkenny Traffic Gridlock: Cllr Gerry McMonagle […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Monday | 13/07/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we address controversial displays on Northern bonfires, Sinn Féin’s track record in government, the future of household energy supports amidst global oil market uncertainty, and a massive weekend of All-Ireland football action. Inside Today’s Episode: 💬 The Friday Panel: Sinn Féin Deputy Pearse Doherty, Fianna Fáil Senator Niall Blaney, and Community Campaigner Katy Tyrrell […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Friday | 10/07/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

In June 2013, 26-year-old Newry native Kevin Bell tragically lost his life in New York. The overwhelming community response that followed raised far more than was needed to bring him home. Faced with profound personal grief, his parents, Ethne and Colin Bell, made a decision that would change Irish society: they used the surplus funds […] The post The Greg Hughes Podcast | Ep 28: Guiding Light: Colin and Ethne Bell on 2,500 Repatriations with the Kevin Bell Trust appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Donna-Marie Doherty steps into the presenter’s chair for today’s program. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We kick off the program with a thorough review of the front pages, tracking major headlines from Donald Trump’s high-profile geopolitical intervention regarding a ceasefire, down to a powerful letter written by a 14-year-old to the Tír Chonaill […] The post The Greg Hughes Show |Thursday| 09/07/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we address frustrating local infrastructure stalemates, crucial advice for farmers impacted by major road developments, an explosive investigation into predatory gambling, and the political fallout of a major international resignation. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We kick off the program with our thorough daily review of the front pages, tracking the leading […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Wednesday | 08/07/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

    Today we cover a powerful vow for justice following a shocking courtroom verdict, an inspirational academic milestone, emerging global regulations for farming, and the latest local safety updates. Inside Today’s Episode: 🗞️ The Morning Press: We kick off the program with our thorough review of the front pages, looking at everything from Donald […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Tuesday | 07/07/2026 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Today we address the political importance of Ireland’s EU leadership role, a looming legislative showdown over blood sports, local concerns regarding vehicle theft spikes, and an alarming report detailing the harsh reality faced by women in public office. Inside Today’s Episode: 💬 The Friday Panel: Midlands–North-West MEP Ciaran Mullooly, Brendan Byrne (CEO of the Irish […] The post The Greg Hughes Show | Friday | 03/07/26 appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

This week, we are joined by a truly global heavy-hitter in the medical world who remains deeply rooted right here in Donegal. Professor Dennis McGonagle is a clinical academic and top NHS consultant at the University of Leeds. This year, he made history as the first person from the Republic of Ireland to be awarded […] The post The Greg Hughes Podcast | Ep 27: Fighting Arthritis: Dennis McGonagle on the Frontiers of Medicine appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.