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15:46

5341: LISTEN¦ 'Communities like ours are crying out...

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2025/05/08

'Communities like ours are crying out for original, strong, fearless journalism'- Impartial Reporter editor Rodney Edwards spoke to Frank about the paper's 200th anniversary and why he's optimistic for the future Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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12:55

5340: LISTEN¦ Only black smoke so far, but when might...

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2025/05/08

Only black smoke so far, but when might we see a new Pope elected? Is the new pontiff likely to seek to modernise the Catholic church? Frank spoke to papal expert Prof Rebecca Rist from the University of Reading Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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9:42

5339: LISTEN¦ Among plans to cut waiting lists is a...

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2025/05/07

Among plans to cut waiting lists is a reimbursement scheme, allowing patients to pay up front for a procedure and then receive the money back - what if you don't have the cash? Rick spoke to Alliance's Danny Donnelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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18:46

5338: LISTEN¦ Should we bring back the death penalty?...

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2025/05/07

Should we bring back the death penalty? A new poll found a majority support the return of capital punishment for certain crimes. What do you think? Rick spoke to Fionola Meredith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:56

5337: LISTEN¦ The brilliant Emer Maguire called in...

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2025/05/05

The brilliant Emer Maguire called in for a chat with John - she talkedabout her new BBC series 'How's She Cuttin', whether Strabane is country and the useless stuff they teach us at school Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10:36

5336: LISTEN¦ 'Out thousands of dog breeders in NI,...

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2025/05/01

'Out thousands of dog breeders in NI, only 48 are licensed' - Tara Cunningham from Causeway Coast Dog Rescue spoke to John about the need for much greater regulation of the dog breeding industry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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16:13

5335: LISTEN¦ Is Net Zero 'doomed to fail'? Tony...

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2025/05/01

Is Net Zero 'doomed to fail'? Tony Blair claims the government needs to re-think its climate policy. John spoke to Green leader Mal O'Hara and Brian Gregory from the Alliance of British Drivers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10:03

5334: LISTEN¦ Should smacking be banned in Northern...

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2025/05/01

Should smacking be banned in Northern Ireland? NI Children's Commissioner Chris Quinn has called for law that allows a 'reasonable punishment' defenceof hitting, slapping or smacking to be repealed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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6:05

5333: LISTEN¦ Should animal testing for medicines be...

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2025/04/29

Should animal testing for medicines be banned? MPs debated yesterday, after a public petition attracted 250,000 signatures. John spoke to Suzanne Martin from SAFRI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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9:45

5332: LISTEN¦ If you're lucky enough to reach 100,...

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2025/04/28

If you're lucky enough to reach 100, would you still like to be working? Shopkeeper Arthur Ferguson says that despite celebrating a century of life, he has no plans to retire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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19:12

5331: LISTEN¦ 'Freedom of speech is really important,...

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2025/04/28

'Freedom of speech is really important, they're entitled to that, but they're not entitled to incite terrorism or break laws around hate speech' - DUP MLA Peter Martin and Malachi O'Doherty spoke to Peter, after police said they were reviewing footage from a Kneecap gig Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:05

5330: LISTEN¦ 'When we truly value ourselves, we...

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2025/04/28

'When we truly value ourselves, we start to make different choices' - Deirdre talked to Peter about how increasing your self-worth be the answer to achieving your goals Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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5:52

5329: LISTEN¦ 'He demonstrated through his leadership...

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2025/04/21

'He demonstrated through his leadership great humility and service - he was a voice for those who had no voice - Jane Mellet from Trócaire spoke to Frank about how Pope Francis showed the 'compassion, mercy and joy Christians are called to live' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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15:13

5328: LISTEN¦ 'He couldn't take any of the airs and...

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2025/04/21

'He couldn't take any of the airs and graces - he was a reconciling figure - if the church is to bring in the poor, the disillusioned that's the way the church has to go ' - Frank spoke to Fr Aidan Troy from Dublin and Fr Brian D'Arcy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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21:09

5327: LISTEN¦ 'He was someone who led till the last...

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2025/04/21

'He was someone who led till the last moment of his life'' Michael Kelly from Aid to the Church in Need & Vatican correspondent Chris White talked about the impact of the Pope's death on the Catholic church Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:09

5326: LISTEN¦ Should a woman take her husband's name...

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2025/04/17

Should a woman take her husband's name after they get married? Just a third of young woman agree with the tradition, compared to half of young men. Frank spoke to writer Fionola Meredith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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9:05

5325: LISTEN¦ What could be on Rory McIlroy's dream...

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2025/04/17

What could be on Rory McIlroy's dream menu, as he prepares to host next year's Champions Dinner, following his Masters win? Frank spoke to top chef Danni Barry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10:55

5324: LISTEN¦ 'A few miles an hour won't make a...

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2025/04/17

'A few miles an hour won't make a difference to the length of your journey, but it could save a life'. Davy Jackson from RoadSafe NI spoke to Frank as PSNI figures show 300 drivers a day are being caught speeding Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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12:37

5323: LISTEN¦ 'The fees paid for care no longer cover...

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2025/04/16

'The fees paid for care no longer cover the cost of treatment - until the Executive allocate enough money, it's going to get worse ' - dentist Dr Ciara Gallagher explained why practices are struggling to take on new NHS patients Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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5:40

5322: LISTEN¦ Is Rory McIlroy GB & Ireland's greatest...

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2025/04/14

Is Rory McIlroy GB & Ireland's greatest ever sportsman? What's it like to be part of sporting immortality? Frank spoke to Gerry Armstrong and the man who spotted his talent before most, Gerry Kelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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