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13:31

Rise in school-related anxiety triggers surge in...

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/18

Regina O'Sullivan Cork childline manager for ISPCAchats to PJ about how the first weeks of September can be a mix of excitement and apprehension for children and young people as they get used to new school classes, catch up with their friends and resume extracurricular activities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9:12

Midleton and East Cork Flood Protection Group

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/18

Caroline Leahy speaks to PJ about Midleton and East Cork Flood Protection Group, abouy holding a protest on the 22nd September at 8.30am outside County Hall. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

24:48

Kate Healey Mum of young Penelope catches up with us

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/18

Yesterday we had a story with a happy ending about ayoung girl from Cork named Penelope who was diagnosed with a rare, de novo genetic condition in 2018 and desperately waiting for an MRI under sedation, today PJ catches up with Penelope's mother about the journey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11:29

Yet Again: Vandalism in the Fairfield

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/18

PJ Speaks to Lorraine Sloane Blackstone Rovers AFC Fairfield on the ongoing mindless vandalism in the Fairfield. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2:06:26

2025-09-17 Lets get Nell her MRI, Banned drivers...

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/17

Nell is 8, and needs an MRI. She was on a 2 year waiting list but then her friend called us...Banned from driving - but hundreds of Cork motorists still have their licence....Ziplining in Dubai for Cork Cancer Connect & lots more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7:56

Facing Fears for a Cause: Ziplining Dubai for Cancer...

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/17

Afraid of heights but fearless for charity: Jane and Fiona tackle the world’s longest zipline for Cancer Connect. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6:43

Cork's Euro Toques finalist

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/17

Nell, a West Cork chef and Taste of the Atlantic fish ambassador, shares her passion for underutilized Irish seafood, including the flatfish Maeghrim. She explains how she prepares it with foraged seaweed, local gooseberries, and traditional flavors, while highlighting the challenges and excitement of Ireland’s culinary competitions. Listen as she gives a behind-the-scenes look at her journey, mentorship, and the upcoming MasterChef-style competition on October 12th. Hosted on Acast. See

11:16

Surviving Seizures and a Coma: Dermot O’Leary’s Journey

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/17

Dermot O’Leary shares his story with PJ,from the first signs of seizures as a teenager, to a life-threatening coma, memory loss, and the long road to recovery. He talks resilience, rebuilding life from scratch, and the inspiration behind his new book, The World Behind the Door. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

13:02

Early Intervention and Endless Paperwork: Zoe’s Story...

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/17

Zoe shares her family’s journey with autism on The Opinion Line. While her children Alfie and Evie thrive in supportive schools, she describes the endless paperwork, delays, and lack of empathy from the Department of Education that make accessing basic early intervention services a constant battle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

19:01

Urgent MRI secured for Eight-Year-Old Penelope ‘Nell’...

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/17

Carole Horgan of Best of Buds in Winthrop Arcade spoke about eight-year-old Penelope “Nell” Pearl Healy Nolan, a Cork girl living with a rare genetic condition and worsening scoliosis, who had been waiting since May 2024 for an MRI under general anaesthetic.Within hours of the broadcast, the system moved, Nell was given an urgent MRI date at Cork University Hospital, ending more than a year of painful waiting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2:15:57

2025-09-16 Council Won't Back Presidential Candidate,...

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/16

PJ takes calls on the City Council vote to back no Independent Presidential Candidate, chats with John from Traitors Ireland, discusses spooks in Coláiste Eamman Rís with ghost hunter Chris Fleming. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10:39

Beyond the Pony Club - The Mums Who Want To Revive...

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/16

Cork mums Caroline O’Driscoll, Claire O’Rourke and Séad Ní Mhaoilmhia are competing in the Ploughing Championships and chat to PJ about how they went from Pony Club to ploughing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5:56

A School Bus That Carries Hope

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/16

PJ talks to Karen about why a school bus for St. Mary's School in Rochestown is so important for her little Emma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

16:41

More Than A Game: The GAA And Where It's Going

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/16

PJ talks to Michael Moynihan about his new book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12:56

Roisín The Campaigning Endometriosis TikToker Finally...

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/16

Roisín Howe spoke to us earlier in the year about the excellent treatment available in Bucharest. Finally she got there and is delighted with the results. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

13:20

US TV Ghost Hunter Chris Fleming Visits Coláiste...

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/16

Coláiste Eamann Rís is always in the news around Halloween with many ghosts reported to have been seen in an area where many perished on the gallows in the past. PJ talks to top ghost hunter Chris Fleming who visited the school yesterday evening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12:25

John From Traitors Ireland Chats To PJ

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/16

It's the show everyone is talking about. John knows who won but he ain't telling PJ. See the whole series here if you need to catch up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8:49

Can We Improve Leaving Cert Maths For Girls

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/16

PJ talks to Eoghan O'Leary from The Tuition Centre and STEM activist Grainne Bagnall about how we ensure women have access to high paying jobs which require Leaving Cert maths. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7:20

Catherine Connolly & Jim Gavin Talk To Katie O'Keefe...

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/16

Both Presidential candidates visited Cork over recent days and Katie O'Keefe from the 96FM Newsroom took the opportunity to pose some questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

16:58

Cllr Kieran McCarthy & Cllr Kenneth Collins On...

Cork"s 96fm Opinion Line ·

2025/09/16

Cllr Kieran McCarthy says he will keep up the campaign despite last night's vote while SF Cllr Kenneth Collins says the party did not have a policy of blocking independent candidates. PJ also hears listener opinions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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