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The Group Chat

Virgin Media News

A weekly news podcast from Virgin Media Television featuring correspondents Gavan Reilly, Zara King and Richard Chambers. Join the gang every Thursday as they discuss the latest and breaking news from Ireland and around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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46:27

Taxes, Turkey, Taylor & Travis

The Group Chat ·

2023/10/04

With Budget 2024 looming, will the government be able to keep its promises?There's a culture in Ireland around going to Turkey for cosmetic surgery but is it really worth the risk?Why are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce bringing in record numbers for the NFL? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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45:43

Coke Boat, Zombie & Making ends meet

The Group Chat ·

2023/09/27

Actress Natalie Britton talks about her struggle to find a place to call home as a result of the housing market.With the Irish special forces seizing its largest cocaine haul in the history of the state, what will this mean for the drug trade?With Irish fans coming under fire for singing along to Zombie, have we gone too far when it comes to song lyrics? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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47:00

The UN, The Ploughing & The Roman Empire

The Group Chat ·

2023/09/20

With the Taoiseach gone to the UN while the Dáil returns is there an obligation to prioritize domestic matters?Paul Quinn is live from the Ploughing Championships giving us all the details on what makes it so monumental!Richard and Gavan reminisce on the Roman Empire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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26:22

BONUS: Kielty's First Late Late & RTE Bailout

The Group Chat ·

2023/09/15

With Patrick Kielty set to start his first Late Late show, how will he fare? What will it take for RTÉ to get a bailout from the government? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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46:56

Street crime, Think-ins & Kutcher - Kunis

The Group Chat ·

2023/09/13

Dublin City reveals its community warden initiative but will it help with street crime?Fianna Fáil have their think-in with plans surrounding housing and budgeting.Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher apologise for their character reference of Danny Masterson & why rules around this are changing in Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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34:33

BONUS: Live at Electric Picnic

The Group Chat ·

2023/09/06

Richard, Gavan & Zara are at Electric Picnic for a special live podcast!The trio explain what is changing ahead of the 2024 Irish election & what it's like behind the curtain during a Biden or Trump visit.Surprising statistics on medical tourism in Turkey & looking back on the RTE scandal; what is next for Ryan Tubridy? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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30:33

Ryan Tubridy's Late Late Showdown

The Group Chat ·

2023/07/11

Ryan Tubridy's appearance before the Oireachtas Committee explained. From a late-arriving 39 page document to Tubridy's prospects in the UK, is he actually cancelled? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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45:51

Season Finale: Tubridy, Glasto & our summer plans

The Group Chat ·

2023/06/28

Has the Oireachtas Committee meeting raised more questions than answers on the RTE pay scandal and the broadcaster's culture? What's next for Russian mercenaries, the Wagner Group, after a failed coup in Russia fell flat, and has it damaged Putin's regime?And we look back on the highlights of this season as we wrap up for the summer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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24:37

BONUS: Why must women pay to play our native games?

The Group Chat ·

2023/06/23

Aisling Maher explains the disparity between men and women that play Gaelic games. She details pitches filled with rabbit holes, lack of team medical support & having to pay for their own jerseys. Aisling also opens up about the LGBTQ+ community in GAA & how it can progress further. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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23:40

Emergency Pod: RTE Crisis

The Group Chat ·

2023/06/23

The Ryan Tubridy pay scandal explained, Director General of RTE suspended & reacting to Tubridy's latest statements in real time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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46:30

Maternity mistreatment, Tate charged & Pride is protest

The Group Chat ·

2023/06/21

We hear the stories of women who have been discriminated against in work for going on maternity leave.The Titan submersible has gone missing while exploring the wreckage of the Titanic & Andrew Tate has been charged in Romanian Court.Why is there such disparity between men and women in Gaelic games & how to be an ally this Pride. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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21:03

BONUS: Why am I in the storeroom of my child's...

The Group Chat ·

2023/06/16

Tracy Carroll explains the lack of special needs supports for her and her 6 year daughter Willow.She opens up about having to accompany Willow to school everyday and her constant fight for her child to get an education. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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46:25

Trump's in, is Leo out?, and remembering Christy

The Group Chat ·

2023/06/15

Trump's legal problems explained and why his indictment is set to boost his chances of re-election.The nation remembers Christy Dignam & why Aslan were so loved in Ireland. Dublin's rubbish problem & will Simon Harris take over for Leo Varadkar? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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46:54

The Kinahans, The Prince & Golf Greed

The Group Chat ·

2023/06/07

Is the end in sight for the Kinahan cartel? What led to Liam Byrne's arrest & how does Spanish law enforcement differ from in Ireland?PGA-LIV golf merger explained and a live reaction to Rory McIlroy's response.Prince Harry's trial broken down, WhatsApp woes & why the Green Party has never been so unpopular. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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46:51

News Dumps, Eamonn Holmes & 99 Problems

The Group Chat ·

2023/05/31

Eamonn Holmes speaks out against Phillip Schofield. Who will be held accountable?Record number of homeless figures and the reality of children living in emergency accommodation.Voluntary contributions in schools, AI news & a giant ice cream cone thief in Donegal! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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45:53

Kielty, Schofield & Leinstertainment

The Group Chat ·

2023/05/24

Patrick Kielty announced as the new Late Late host. What changes can we expect?Philip Schofield and Holly Willoughby end their presenting partnership. Will This Morning ever recover?Alcohol warning labels, Zara goes to a Leinster Match and will Katie Taylor retire? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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38:39

Blockades, Royal pursuit & AI Columnists

The Group Chat ·

2023/05/17

Protests causing Tensions to rise in County Clare. How can this be solved?The Irish Times caught up in AI deception. What does it say about pre-publication procedures?Harry and Meghan chased in a 2 hour pursuit.When will the Royal Family obsession end? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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47:28

GAAGO, Eurovision No & Now You Know

The Group Chat ·

2023/05/10

GAAGO controversy explained. Where is the backlash coming from?Ireland has been knocked out of the Eurovision. What are we doing wrong?The Government addresses supermarket price gouging and is Gen Z moving away from monogamous relationships? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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46:10

Michael Fry, King Charles & the west Clare hotelier

The Group Chat ·

2023/05/03

Michael Fry opens up about online backlash & what he took away from a conversation with Minister for Housing Darragh O'Brien.Donald Trump's visit to Ireland explained. Is there an agenda behind his visit?What will the WGA writers strike mean for our favorite TV shows & what's different about Prince Charles' coronation? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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47:06

Stardust, Niall Collins & a tale of three Harrises

The Group Chat ·

2023/04/26

"Our gang is bigger than their gang" & should Gardaí have access to facial recognition technology?An inquest to investigate the Stardust fire is set to open. Louise & Selina McDermott open up about losing three of their siblings that night.The Niall Collins situation explained, Tucker Carlson is gone & should Biden be running in 2024? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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