Moncrieff

Mayfly season is almost upon us, but why do they do the very unusual ‘mayfly dance’? Now, researchers think they have found the answer. Joining Seán to discuss is Sam Fabian, an Entomologist with Imperial College London…

Duration:00:06:38

Can Ozempic change your personality?

While the world and his mother seem to be jumping on the Ozempic bandwagon, is there a danger of getting an ‘Ozempic personality’, a sort of nullifying effect on your behaviour? Joining Seán to discuss is Katie Glass, Feature Writer with the London Times…

Duration:00:12:05

Moncrieff’s Murder Club: Did we get the right person?

Every Wednesday, Seán will be joined by someone to hear unusual stories on heinous crimes… This week, Cassie Delaney joins to discuss cases where the person involved may not have been the one to commit the crime…

Duration:00:19:50

When will we repair the hole in the ozone layer?

The discovery of a massive hole in the ozone layer in the 1980s sparked one of the most successful global environmental responses in history. Once-celebrated chemicals known as CFCs were found to be the cause, leading to swift international action… So, when can we see an intact ozone layer again? Joining Seán to discuss is John Gibbons, Environmental Journalist.

Duration:00:10:30

Why brides-to-be are turning to Therapists for help

With your big wedding day on the way, the stress of organising the event, and the nerves around getting married in general will certainly take a toll. So, is this why ‘wedding therapy’ is becoming a bigger thing? Stephanie Regan, Clinical Psychotherapist and co-host of the Tough Love Podcast joins Seán to discuss.

Duration:00:13:01

Irish Yappers app aims to connect Irish people abroad

No matter where you go in the world, you’re never too far from an Irish pub. Seán’s guest has recently released an app for Irish people abroad to find the best pubs in their area, and more importantly, connect with other Irish people in their area. David Murphy, Founder of Irish Yappers, joins to discuss.

Duration:00:08:28

Are marathons becoming a cult?

With the 2 hour marathon finally getting broken for the first time last weekend, is this form of long distance running actually good for the body, or is it all becoming a bit cultish? Joining Seán to discuss is Christian Vince, Journalist with the Daily Telegraph, who has been writing about it…

Duration:00:08:46

Should you take financial advice from AI?

AI isn’t just helping us write emails or plan holidays, it’s now being used as a financial therapist… More people are turning to chatbots to unpack their money habits, anxieties and spending behaviours, but can AI really help you understand your financial mindset? Journalist Saoirse Hanley put it to the test, and joins Seán to discuss.

Duration:00:06:48

What makes the perfect afternoon tea?

King Charles is visiting Washington D.C., with many British commentators speculating on if the royal can repair the relationship between the US and the UK - including over an afternoon tea. So, what does the perfect afternoon tea look like? Joining Seán to discuss is Noel Cunnigham, Ambassador for Harveys Point Hotel in Donegal.

Duration:00:08:07

National Superhero Day - why do we love comics?

Today is National Superhero Day, and joining Seán to mark it is someone who has been big into comics since she was 4 years of age, Entertainment Journalist Olivia Fahy!

Duration:00:17:25

Are libraries being “ripped off” by big publishers?

For over 300 years, public libraries have been at the very heart of communities across the country. However, libraries have been struggling recently, with Fianna Fáil MEP Barry Andrews suggesting that they are being “ripped off” by big publishers. Barry joins Seán to discuss the danger our public libraries are facing, and what can be done about it.

Duration:00:12:25

Tanya Sweeney on her nostalgia for Smash Hits magazine

Tanya Sweeney, Columnist for the Irish Independent, joins Seán to discuss her fond childhood memories of Smash Hits magazine, and how it gave a girl from the West Dublin suburbs access to the world of pop…

Duration:00:11:11

Four Questions: “How are you still single?”

This is a new slot on the show where we look back on the weekend and look forward to the week ahead through the lens of these four questions: What delighted you over the weekend? What annoyed you over the weekend? What did you learn over the weekend? What are you looking forward to this week? Joining Seán to discuss is Doireann O’Connor and Kalle Ryan!

Duration:00:20:46

The extraordinary life of boxer Dan Donnelly

The legendary bare knuckle boxer Dan Donnelly will be celebrated at a special event in the National Stadium on May 9th. Joining Seán to look back on his extraordinary life is Historian Donal Fallon…

Duration:00:08:43

What is ‘petro-masculinity’?

‘Petro-masculinity’ describes a pumped-up gendered form of climate crisis rejection, which is increasingly alarming those who are trying to deal with the ongoing problems of our planet. But, how does it manifest itself? Joining Seán to discuss is Andrew Boyd, a humorist, activist and author in New York, who has been writing about this on his substack ‘The Tragic Optimist’...

Duration:00:09:20

What is the downside to modular garden homes?

The Government’s decision to allow modular housing units in people’s back gardens might seem like a good idea on the face of it, but will it lead to a bigger mess than we are already in? Joining Seán to discuss is Lorcan Sirr, Senior Lecturer in Housing at TU Dublin…

Duration:00:12:10

Has jazz become less complex?

A new study has found that jazz music has been progressively more simplified since the 1960’s. How do you define complexity in music, and how true is this? Joining Seán to discuss is Cormac McCarthy, who is a Pianist, Composer and Arranger.

Duration:00:11:32

Sony makes an AI table tennis robot - is the sport in trouble?

This week Sony released a report and video footage of a project they have worked 5 years to perfect: an AI robot that can play competitive table tennis. So, what does this mean for the future of the sport? Joining Seán to discuss is David McNally, CEO of Table Tennis Ireland… Image: Sony AI

Duration:00:04:53

Lego in space sets a new world record!

A new Guinness World Record has been etched into the annals of history as a group in the UK sent a Lego figure into space, but how did they do it? Joining Seán to discuss is Dr. Chris Rose, Head of Projects at Sent Into Space… Image: Blocks Magazine

Duration:00:12:55

Seahorses in Ireland - and why we need to protect them