Podcast
PoliTalks
Hosted by Politalks · EN
Welcome to PoliTalks, a hub for casual yet informative conversations about politics, news, and other current affairs. Based in Ireland, but with watchful eyes overseas.
11episodes
Episodes
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New Taoiseach, New Government, Old News
Jan 26, 202500:09:51Tap to summarizeAs the week draws to a close and the newly minted government breaks for two weeks after a gruelling two days, Brendan Cahill-Flynn joins us for coverage of the week's stories.
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Breaking - Dáil Suspended!
Jan 23, 202500:05:43Tap to summarizeOn what was supposed to be the day of Micheál Martin's return to the office of Taoiseach, opposition parties have refused to facilitate Dáil procedures until an agreement is reached on opposition speaking time for government-supporting TD's. After a chaotic breakdown of discourse in the Dáil, Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy was forced to suspend the house until 9am the following day. Brendan Cahill-Flynn joins us for the story
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Storming the Beaches on 'T-Day' - US Inauguration Special
Jan 20, 202500:19:18Tap to summarizeToday the United States swears in its 47th President and Administration. The cold crowds of Washington DC have been shepherded indoors as the cheering fills the room, and a long list of promises (or threats?) are made. Joining us for analysis is Brendan Cahill-Flynn
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Procedural Acrobatics, Policy Dilution, and Flux Capacitors
Jan 20, 202500:17:09Tap to summarizeAs we approach a new political epoch in the United States, does Ireland alternatively face a backslide to the past? Brendan Cahill-Flynn joins us to discuss the weekend's stories.
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A Government is Formed!
Jan 15, 202500:10:57Tap to summarizeThe long-awaited arrival of a Programme for Government may be nearing its end, as announcements of various Ministerial jobs and Departmental reshuffles are made throughout the day. From Minister Healy-Rae, to the department of domestic affairs that's not a department, and Harris' foreign ambitions, Brendan Cahill-Flynn joins us for coverage on the latest stories. If you have questions for the show please email us at politalksireland@gmail.com
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House-Hoarding, Healthcare, and the Wait-List for a Band-Aid
Jan 1, 202500:22:42Tap to summarizeIt is New Year's Eve, and today we are joined by Brendan Cahill-Flynn, to discuss the Land Hoarding (RZLT) Tax, as well as the Private Healthcare being practiced in public hospitals, and the strain that places on the system.
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Private Schools Seek Public Support, and the Soc Dems 'stick around'
Dec 24, 202400:29:02Tap to summarizeAs we approach Christmas and the heat in Leinster House cools down, Brendan Cahill-Flynn joins us for some pre-Christmas coverage.
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Civil War or Civil Partnership: Inside Coalition Negotiations - Sunday News Rounup
Dec 15, 202400:11:18Tap to summarizeAs the Civil War Parties reach across the aisle (but not very far) to bolster their numbers for a potential government, the Regional Independent Group has smelt hesitation from the left and pounced upon the center-right. Brendan Cahill-Flynn joins us to discuss the situation, as well as the Security of our politicians, and the latest updates on Syria
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No Slow News for Soc Dems and the Battle for the Chair
Dec 12, 202400:09:10Tap to summarizeAs coalition formation talks continue, and the Social Democrats try to cut loose bad press, Brendan Cahill-Flynn joins us to discuss the day's stories, as well as Verona Murphy's nomination for Chair of the Dáil, and Ireland's international escapades.
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Syria gets Serious, Coalitions get Discussed, and the Public gets Patient
Dec 8, 202400:10:25Tap to summarizeToday we're joined by Brendan Cahill-Flynn to hear the latest on developments home and abroad. From ongoing Government Formation talks, to the Liberation of Syria from its current Regime, we have all the best analysis, topped off with some awkward shots of World Leaders
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