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5261: LISTEN¦ Should we ban pavement parking? A...

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2025/02/28

Should we ban pavement parking? A council in England is aiming to trial the idea and some believe it would make it safer for pedestrians, wheelchair users and prams. Rick spoke to Cllr Gary McKeown from the SDLP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10:48

5260: LISTEN¦ Could restoring Belfast's Assembly...

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2025/02/27

Could restoring Belfast's Assembly Rooms be the catalyst for redeveloping part of the city centre? Rick talked to Green councillor Brian Smyth, as campaigners call for it to be bought from developers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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8:40

5259: LISTEN¦ Should children still study...

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2025/02/27

Should children still study Shakespeare? Actress Daisy May Cooper claims the Bard's work is 'depressing' and no longer relevant. Is it still worth teaching? Rick spoke to writer Fionola Meredith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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15:57

5258: LISTEN¦ Should there be bars in the Houses of...

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2025/02/26

Should there be bars in the Houses of Parliament? The Strangers bar in the Commons has just re-opened, but do booze and politics mix? Frank spoke to Mick Fealty and Alex Kane Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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26:52

5257: LISTEN¦ Are we spoiling kids with 'gentle...

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2025/02/26

Are we spoiling kids with 'gentle parenting'? The UK's 'strictest head teacher' claims 'middle class parenting advice' has 'infantilised' parents and left them feeling 'helpless'. Frank spoke to Parenting Focus interim CEO Koulla Yiasouma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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16:28

5256: LISTEN¦ Should nudist beaches be banned? A...

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2025/02/25

Should nudist beaches be banned? A local authority in England has tried to restrict nude sunbathing, as they claim it's upsetting locals - are they being prudish? Frank spoke to Kim Kelly and Gary Kennedy from British Naturism Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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18:44

5255: LISTEN¦ Who's NI's most popular politician? Has...

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2025/02/24

Who's NI's most popular politician? Has the gap between support for the Union and a United Ireland narrowed or widened? Frank got analysis from Prof Jon Tonge and Dr David McCann Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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8:36

5254: LISTEN¦ First we had the Real Housewives of...

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2025/02/21

First we had the Real Housewives of Orange County, then New York, Atlanta and Beverly Hills. Now it's the turn of Derry to bring its own brand of glamour, drama and chaos to the stage. Frank spoke to Louise Moorhead and Sonya Blakely Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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7:38

5253: LISTEN¦ Are men more romantic? Research...

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2025/02/18

Are men more romantic? Research combining more than 50 studies suggests they fall in love more quickly, say 'I love you' more readily and are less likely to initiative a break-up. What do you think? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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6:40

5252: LISTEN¦ Do older people have a moral duty to...

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2025/02/17

Do older people have a moral duty to downsize, amid the housing crisis? Latest figures show 10 million UK homes with two or more unused bedrooms - most of them owned by pensioners. What do you think? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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10:36

5251: LISTEN¦ Who should pay on first date? A recent...

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2025/02/14

Who should pay on first date? A recent survey found 72% still believe men should pay. Frank spoke to Sour Wee Blogger, Helen McClements Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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6:32

5250: LISTEN¦ Do you know a teacher who deserves...

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2025/02/13

Do you know a teacher who deserves special recognition for inspiring, education and leaving a lasting impact? Nominations are now open for the Local Women Education Awards 2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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8:24

5249: LISTEN¦ Is AI going to replace your job? A new...

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2025/02/13

Is AI going to replace your job? A new study has painted a gloomy picture for the future of some sectors, but will we always need human input? Frank spoke to top cyber security expert Wayne Denner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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20:46

5248: LISTEN¦ Should we name and shame benefit...

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2025/02/13

Should we name and shame benefit cheats? Communities Minister Gordon Lyons says he plans to re-introduce the practice as part of a zero-tolerance approach to fraud, but campaigners say it's 'misguided' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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21:09

5247: LISTEN¦ Should Northern Ireland follow the...

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2025/02/07

Should Northern Ireland follow the Republic in lowering the speed limit on some roads? Would it make us safer? Frank spoke to road safety expert Terence Malcolm and took calls from listeners Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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5:02

5246: LISTEN¦ A pet food company claims to be the...

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2025/02/07

A pet food company claims to be the world's first to use lab grown meat in its products. You might give it to your cat or dog, but would you fancy a boffin-built burger? Frank spoke to Fionola Meredith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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6:11

5245: LISTEN¦ Are you an early bird? A new study...

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2025/02/06

Are you an early bird? A new study found mornings are the 'happiest' time of the day, when we're in a better mood, with lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol. Frank spoke to early-rise Gráinne McGarvey from Pulse PR Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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6:59

5244: LISTEN¦ Should we ban cats from going outdoors,...

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2025/02/03

Should we ban cats from going outdoors, to protect wildlife? Frank spoke to Talk TV presenter and cat aficionado Peter Cardwell about the SNP cat curfew proposal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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6:41

5243: LISTEN¦ Numbers and maths are everywhere and...

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2025/01/31

Numbers and maths are everywhere and yet many of are fearful of sums - Frank spoke to Dr Sumeeta Gupta and Barry Dillon from Ulster University about Maths Fest which aims to demystify maths for children and parents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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9:50

5242: LISTEN¦Would you struggle to return to the...

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2025/01/31

Would you struggle to return to the office after working from home? Companies are encouraging and in some cases mandating employees go back to the workplace. Frank spoke to top economist Richard Ramsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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