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Frank Mitchell is your host for the weekday Phone-In programme. Listen back to past broadcasts full of chat, advice, guests, discussion, music and lots more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:50

5301: LISTEN¦ Should older drivers have to re-sit...

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2025/04/01

Should older drivers have to re-sit their test? Are they safer than newly-qualified drivers? The subject divided our listeners on this morning's Phone-In Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:50

5300: LISTEN¦ Should dogs be allowed in the office?...

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2025/03/28

Should dogs be allowed in the office? One in ten UK workers brings their pup to work and animal charities say it reduces separation anxiety but not everyone's a fan. What if you have allergies? Should employees have the option? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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11:53

5299: LISTEN¦ Nearly 40 years on from his Ramsay...

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2025/03/28

Nearly 40 years on from his Ramsay Street debut, Jason Donovan is still 'Doin Fine' - in fact he's back in Belfast next week and appearing to packed houses across the UK and Ireland. He talked Neighbours, hit musicals and his loyal fanbase Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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8:26

5298: LISTEN¦ Should the very wealthiest pay more...

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2025/03/28

Should the very wealthiest pay more tax, to fund public services? Or do they already shoulder a disproportionate burden? Campaigers have called for a 'wealth tax' but would it work? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10:48

5297: LISTEN¦ Should it be illegal to overtake a...

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2025/03/28

Should it be illegal to overtake a stopped bus? A local councillor has called for greater safety measures, following the tragic death of an 11 year old girl, who was hit by a car getting off a bus. Frank spoke to Cllr Malachy Quinn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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23:47

5296: LISTEN¦ One of the world's greatest ever...

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2025/03/27

One of the world's greatest ever songwriters, three-time Oscar winner Sir Tim Rice joined Frank in studio to talk about his upcoming show 'My Life In Musicals: I Know Him So Well' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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5:22

5295: LISTEN¦ The cost of household bills is pushing...

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2025/03/27

The cost of household bills is pushing people into debt. Sinead Campbell from Advice NI spoke to Frank as research found the average personal debt had nearly doubled in four years Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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13:13

5294: LISTEN¦ Should we ban parents from giving their...

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2025/03/27

Should we ban parents from giving their children bizarre names? A couple has sparked an online debate after naming their baby 'Trucklyn'. What are the strangest names you've heard? Frank spoke to Gráinne McGarvey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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6:36

5293: LISTEN¦ 'It was quite terrifying' - DUP MLA...

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2025/03/27

'It was quite terrifying' - DUP MLA Diane Forsythe told Frank that dry conditions had led to fires spreading very quickly, threatening wildlife and coming close to people's homes. 'If it's deliberate, it's shocking, if it's carelessness, we need to educate people' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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19:42

5292: LISTEN¦ The DUP's Carla Lockhart has spoken out...

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2025/03/27

The DUP's Carla Lockhart has spoken out about abuse she's faced, while in office. She's far from alone. A BBC programme has highlighted what our local politicians face on a daily basis, leading some to consider leaving politics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:03

5291: LISTEN¦ What grosses you out? Scientists in...

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2025/03/26

What grosses you out? Scientists in Zurich found younger women are more squeamish, while men become fussier with age. What sickens you? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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9:51

5290: LISTEN¦ Was £54,000 too much to pay for...

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2025/03/25

Was £54,000 too much to pay for Stormont leaders to visit Washington? Why did it take a year to find the figures? The Belfast Telegraph revealed the cost of the four day trip. Frank got the thoughts of Prof Jon Tonge Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10:25

5289: LISTEN¦ Could ending division help cut waiting...

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2025/03/24

Could ending division help cut waiting lists, improve education and provide better services? An Alliance motion is drawing attention to the near £1bn cost of a divided society. Frank spoke to the party's finance spokesman Eóin Tennyson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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12:50

5288: LISTEN¦ Who should treat young men how to treat...

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2025/03/21

Who should treat young men how to treat women? Parents? Teachers? Netflix drama Adolescence has made headlines, with themes around misogyny, with the PM claiming it should be shown in schools Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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20:07

5287: LISTEN¦ Can Stormont find £150m to mitigate...

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2025/03/19

Can Stormont find £150m to mitigate welfare cuts? Could health reform be a path to addressing a reliance on long-term disability benefits? Frank spoke to Prof Deirdre Heenan and Dr Ciara Fitzpatrick Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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13:47

5286: LISTEN¦ Are taxpayers being 'taken for a ride'?...

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2025/03/19

Are taxpayers being 'taken for a ride'? A local MP is among those raising concerns about the number of cars being supplied to Motability claimants in Northern Ireland. Frank spoke to Will Yarwood from the Taxpayers Alliance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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9:16

5285: LISTEN¦ Is Conor McGregor's voice worth...

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2025/03/18

Is Conor McGregor's voice worth listening to? He visited the White House claiming to represent views of Ireland that aren't being heard, but the Taoiseach claimed his message 'did not reflect the views of the people of Ireland' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10:10

5284: LISTEN¦ Do you find plus-size models...

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2025/03/18

Do you find plus-size models inspirational or irresponsible? A clothing brand says it receives over a hundred complaints a day, suggesting they're promoting an unhealthy lifestyle by using larger models Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10:31

5283: LISTEN¦ Are married men letting themselves go?...

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2025/03/13

Are married men letting themselves go? Scientists have found married men are three times more likely than single men to be obese, but married women don't seem to experience the same expanding waistline Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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8:45

5282: LISTEN¦ From Newry to New York, via Rio? A...

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2025/03/13

From Newry to New York, via Rio? A local school will be bringing samba rhythms to the world's most famous St Patrick's Day parade, next week. Frank spoke to teacher Peter Slane and pupil Conor Sands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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