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Monday with Gavan Reilly
by Paige Muller
A sharp, agenda-setting look at the week in politics. Each episode, Gavan Reilly breaks down the stories shaping Ireland and beyond — from housing and health to crime and global affairs — with expert guests and real debate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Europe on the Brink: Cost-of-Living Protests, Public Sector Pay & Ukraine
Europe on the edge. Violent protests in France are spreading to neighbouring countries amid growing anger over the cost of living and rising fuel prices. Could the continent be facing a winter of discontent? Gavan Reilly examines the unrest across Europe, while public sector pay talks resume in...
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Ireland’s AI Future: Regulation, Job Fears & Public Sector Strikes
Ireland is home to some of the world's biggest AI companies, bringing jobs and billions in corporation tax. But can the Government champion artificial intelligence while also regulating it? Gavan Reilly is joined by AI Minister Niamh Smyth to discuss Ireland's AI strategy, the threat to jobs and...
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Budget 2027: Tax Cuts, Welfare Hikes & Strike Threats
Just hours to go until Budget 2027. What will the Government’s tax changes and cost-of-living supports mean for your pocket — and would Sinn Féin spend more? Plus, with public sector strike action looming, can a new pay deal be reached? And following Deepfake Ireland, we examine the growing…
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Garvaghy Road Standoff: How Did We Get Here?
Tensions continue to rise on the Garvaghy Road as protestors prepare for a second night blocking a disputed Orange Order parade. With calls for calm, what does the standoff mean for the future of Stormont? Plus, fresh warnings of renewed fuel protests as prices remain high and Budget 2027...
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The AI Debate | Oil, Inflation and Europe’s Energy Squeeze
Is AI coming for our jobs - and what could it do to the global economy? Gavan Reilly and the panel confront the big questions around the AI boom, from its impact on everyday life to whether or not its actually making customer service worse... Plus, a warning for winter: could rising fuel costs…
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Trump, Irish Unity & The Future of the 'United Left'
Labour leader Ivana Bacik joins Gavan in studio to discuss Donald Trump’s comments on Irish unity, the future of the United Irish Left and the fallout from his visit. Our panel also looks ahead to the Taoiseach’s meeting with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham and the growing independence debate…
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Immigration Dominates the Fianna Fáil Think-In: Politics or Policy?
Why is the Government changing Ireland’s citizenship rules - and is politics driving the shift? We examine the immigration debate at the Fianna Fáil think-in, the proposed citizenship changes, and what the far-right AfD’s breakthrough in Germany could mean for politics across Europe. On the…
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M9 Fallout, Youth Intervention & Budget 2027
Former Tusla chairperson and Labour leader Pat Rabbitte joins the panel to discuss the politics of youth intervention measures in the wake of the M9 tragedy. Plus, with Budget 2027 set to reverse excise cuts and defer carbon taxes, we ask whether Government should continue using Ireland’s…
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Wrong-Way Driving, Social Media And So-Called "Scaredy-Cat" Politics
As new data shows a 32% rise in wrong-way driving incidents on Irish motorways, pressure is mounting on TikTok and other social media platforms following the fatal M9 crash. With a rush for new laws to support Garda enforcement in the short-term, are we overlooking longer-term interventions…
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Likes, Lives & Dangerous Driving: Are Social Media Companies Doing Enough?
Following the fatal M9 crash, Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan has pledged new pursuit training for Gardaí. We ask when it will begin and whether it could have an impact on dangerous driving. Plus, the rise of dangerous driving videos posted for social media ‘likes’ — and why platforms are...
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Daniel Kinahan Behind Bars, Europe’s Border Crisis and Pressure on FIFA
Guest presenter John Lee was joined by journalist Paul Williams to discuss Daniel Kinahan’s extradition from the UAE and his first night in Portlaoise Prison. Naomi O’Leary and Daniel McConnell also examined the political fallout from the chaos on the Spanish-Moroccan border, while pressure…
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Andy Burnham Becomes UK Prime Minister: What It Means for Ireland
Andy Burnham enters Downing Street promising a 10-year plan and a “circuit-breaker” for UK politics after becoming Britain’s seventh Prime Minister in a decade. Gavan Reilly examines what Burnham’s premiership could mean for Ireland, while also asking whether the Government should spend or save...
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Aughinish Alumina Jobs at Risk as Intel Invests €5bn in Ireland
A tale of two plants. Hundreds of jobs hang in the balance at Aughinish Alumina as possible EU sanctions loom over the Limerick refinery, while Intel promises several hundred new jobs after investing €5 billion in Leixlip. Gavan Reilly asks what happens to Aughinish Alumina and its workers if...
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Government Finances, EU Presidency & Trump’s FIFA Intervention
Minister for Public Expenditure Jack Chambers joins Gavan to discuss another strong month of corporation tax receipts has boosted the Government’s finances ahead of Budget 2027, but a looming threat of public sector industrial action remains. Plus, what does Ireland’s EU Presidency mean for its...
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Children’s Hospital Delays & Fuel Supports: Government Under Pressure
Two months after the latest deadline passed, Ireland’s new National Children’s Hospital still has no completion date — despite 19 missed deadlines and a €2.24 billion cost to the taxpayer. Gavan Reilly is joined by Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill to discuss the delays, the health…
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Housing Minister On Homelessness, Housing Targets & Short-Term Lets
Housing Minister James Browne joins Gavan in studio as he faces Parliamentary Questions amid rising homelessness and ongoing pressure over Ireland’s housing crisis. We ask whether there are any signs of progress or a turning point ahead. Meanwhile, Keir Starmer has resigned as British Prime...
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Social Media Ban for Under-16s: Will Ireland Follow the UK?
Australia did it first. Now the UK has followed. With a ban on social media for under-16s announced by Keir Starmer, the debate is growing over whether Ireland and the EU could be next. At the same time, hopes of a ceasefire between the US and Iran have sent oil prices tumbling, raising questions...
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Tánaiste Simon Harris on Rotunda Climbdown & Ireland vs. Israel
Tánaiste and Minister for Finance Simon Harris joins Monday with Gavan Reilly for a wide-ranging interview on three of the biggest stories of the week. The Rotunda Hospital has climbed down in its dispute with Government over consultants treating private patients, with Harris responding to the...
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Holly Cairns Interview, The Left’s Momentum & Ireland’s AI Exposure
Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns joins Gavan in studio to discuss Daniel Ennis’s Dublin Central victory, the prospect of left unity, and whether her party is preparing for power. Plus, the panel examines the fallout for Fianna Fáil and Sinn Féin after disappointing by-election results - and...
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Israeli Detentions, RTÉ Finances and The Cost of Living
Minister for Foreign Affairs Helen McEntee joined Monday with Gavan Reilly following the Israeli detention of Irish citizens in international waters, including a sister of President Catherine Connolly. Plus, on the panel: Eamon Ryan, former Green Party Leader and Minister Sarah Carey, Columnist...
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Micheál Martin on Public Spending & Fianna Fáil Leadership
An Taoiseach Micheál Martin joins Monday with Gavan Reilly to discuss the Government’s response to the cost-of-living crisis, recent protests, and spending priorities ahead of next year’s budget. Plus on the panel: Ivan Yates, Broadcaster Aisling Moloney, Political Reporter, Irish Independent…
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Mary Lou McDonald Under Pressure: Is Sinn Féin Facing a Leadership Revolt?
The starting pistol is fired on two key by-elections in Galway West and Dublin Central — but the spotlight is on Sinn Féin. With the party topping the polls and in government in the North, Mary Lou McDonald joins Gavan Reilly amid reports of a growing mutiny within the party ranks after eight…
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Is Micheál Martin really safe as FF leader?
It’s now over seven weeks since the Strait of Hormuz was shut off — trapping a quarter of the world’s oil and a fifth of its natural gas. What was hoped to be short-lived has proven anything but, and no one knows when it will end. So how does a government plan for the unplannable? Gavan Reilly...
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Fuel Protests Force €500M Government Response | What Happens Next?
A five-day national protest brings Ireland to a standstill — forcing the government into a €500 million fuel support package. But at what cost? Gavan Reilly examines the fallout from mass fuel protests, blocked supply lines, and growing political pressure ahead of a no-confidence vote. With no...
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Fuel Rationing Ruled Out - But How Bad Could It Get?
The Government has ruled out fuel rationing for now, but warns the current disruption could be the most significant supply shock Ireland has faced. Gavan sits down with James Lawless TD Minister for Further & Higher Education to discuss the Government's response. With analysis from Liz Carolan,...
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Government Energy Measures: Will They Go Far Enough for Irish Households?
The government finalises emergency measures to tackle soaring energy costs — but will they be enough? From fuel duty cuts to supports for businesses, Gavan Reilly is joined in studio by Enterprise Minister Peter Burke to break down what it means for you. As oil prices fluctuate amid tensions...
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A sharp, agenda-setting look at the week in politics. Each episode, Gavan Reilly breaks down the stories shaping Ireland and beyond — from housing and health to crime and global affairs — with expert guests and real debate.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Paige Muller
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A sharp, agenda-setting look at the week in politics. Each episode, Gavan Reilly breaks down the stories shaping Ireland and beyond — from housing and health to crime and global affairs — with expert guests and real debate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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