Newstalk Breakfast Highlights

Cork kid rappers Kabin Crew, along with their pals from the Lisdoonvarna Crew, are set to release their viral hit “The Spark” as a single. Ciara caught up with Lucy Corcoran and Treasure, who were involved in the song, to discuss its viral success and upcoming release.

Duration:00:05:56

Sisters climb Kilimanjaro to honour late father

Sisters Sarah and Jennifer O’Duffy are climbing Kilimanjaro this Father's Day to honour their father Conor, who passed away from oesophageal cancer 20 years ago. Shane spoke with Jennifer about their journey and the significance of their climb.

Duration:00:04:08

How is the decrease in refugee housing impacting tourism?

The number of registered tourist beds being used to house Ukrainian refugees and international protection applicants has decreased by over 15% in the past six months, according to new data from Fáilte Ireland. Shane spoke with Eoghan O'Mara Walsh, Chief Executive at the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation, about the implications for the tourism sector.

Duration:00:05:08

Is the government’s housing response sufficient?

The government’s reaction to the Housing Commission report has been criticised for lacking meaningful change. Ciara spoke with Lisa Kearney, President of The Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers, who shared her concerns and insights ahead of their annual conference.

Duration:00:08:11

Do parents really enjoy watching their kids play sports?

While the benefits of competitive sports for children are well-known, many parents secretly dislike watching their kids play. Shane spoke with journalist and columnist Jen Hogan about why some parents feel this way and the challenges of supporting their children's sports activities.

Duration:00:06:01

Report: How bad is noise pollution from Dublin Airport?

Noise pollution from Dublin Airport has been a contentious issue, with early morning flights causing disturbances for nearby residents. Ciara revisits a previous conversation with TD Alan Farrell and sends Newstalk's Henry McKean to investigate the noise and Ryanair's claims that their aircraft are now significantly quieter than in the past.

Duration:00:05:27

Why is parking in Dublin so expensive?

Dublin has been identified as one of the most expensive cities in the world for parking, ranking ninth according to a new report by DiscoverCars.com. Ciara spoke with Keith Gavan, Chairman of the Irish Parking Association, to discuss the reasons behind these high parking costs.

Duration:00:05:18

Will the Aer Lingus strike disrupt summer travel?

Talks between Aer Lingus management and the pilot union ended yesterday without reaching an agreement, and no further discussions are scheduled. Shane spoke with travel journalist Joan Scales to discuss the potential impact this strike could have on summer holiday plans

Duration:00:04:23

Celebrating Ireland’s relay win with Joan Healy

Ireland’s women’s 4x400m relay team, consisting of Sophie Becker, Rhasidat Adeleke, Sharlene Mawdsley, and Phil Healy, secured a silver medal at the European Championships last night. Shane spoke with Joan Healy, former international sprinter and Phil Healy’s big sister, about the team’s achievement and the journey to their success.

Duration:00:05:04

Why were online safeguards for teenagers dropped?

Coimisiún na Meán has dropped two proposals aimed at protecting teenagers online after opposition from Google and a representative group for Big Tech. The proposals included a ban on under-18s live-streaming content or viewing live-streamed content without parental permission. Ciara spoke with Philip Arneill, Head of Education with Cybersafe Kids, about the implications of this decision.

Duration:00:04:05

Is data centre growth harming Ireland’s climate objectives?

A new High Court action has challenged the approval of a €1.2 billion data centre campus in Clare, arguing that it is inconsistent with climate action objectives. Ciara spoke with Bríd Smith, People Before Profit TD, about whether Ireland should hold back on data centre construction to meet environmental targets.

Duration:00:05:29

Could Aer Lingus pilot strike disrupt your holiday plans?

Pilots in Aer Lingus, who are members of the Irish Air Line Pilots Association, have voted overwhelmingly in favor of industrial action, seeking a pay increase of more than 23%. Shane spoke with Captain Mark Tighe, President of The Irish Airline Pilots' Association, and Donal Moriarty, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Aer Lingus, to discuss the potential impact on holiday plans.

Duration:00:10:27

Are work-from-home husbands doing their share of housework?

With more husbands working from home, the question arises whether the modern man is now doing their fair share of housework. Ciara was joined by Dr. Tom McLelland, lecturer in philosophy at the University of Cambridge, to discuss the dynamics of housework in the era of remote work.

Duration:00:06:06

Should sharing road traffic accident images be banned?

Labour TD and transport spokesperson Duncan Smith has called for a complete ban on the sharing of images from road traffic accidents. Ciara spoke with Duncan to discuss the rationale behind this proposal and its potential impact on public behavior and privacy.

Duration:00:04:32

Is it homophobia or just a slip of the tongue?

Weeks after apologising for using a highly offensive term about gay people, Pope Francis has reportedly used the same term again. Shane spoke with Brian Merriman, Founder of the International Gay Theatre Festival, about the implications of the Pope’s repeated comments and their impact on the Catholic Church's image.

Duration:00:06:02

What changes could reduce the impact of drug use?

The Joint Committee on Drugs Use will hold its first public meeting today to begin examining potential changes to reduce the harmful impacts of drug use on society. Ciara was joined by Marie Sherlock, Labour Party Senator and committee member, to discuss the committee's objectives and possible measures.

Duration:00:05:15

Is loneliness increasing among Irish young people?

Child Psychotherapist Colman Noctor wrote in his column about the rising complaints of loneliness among young people in Ireland. Shane was joined by Colman to discuss what prompted him to write this piece and the broader issue of youth loneliness.

Duration:00:06:25

How your festival waste can benefit 6 children’s charities

Festival-goers and sports fans attending events this summer are being asked to donate their drinks bottles and cans to charity, benefiting six children’s charities. Ciara was joined by Kerry McLaverty, CEO of LauraLynn Ireland, to discuss the initiative.

Duration:00:03:03

What’s the current state of Ireland’s water quality?

The latest report from the Environmental Protection Agency indicates no signs of improvement in the water quality of Ireland’s rivers and lakes, urging the government to take more action. Shane was joined by Dr. Eimear Cotter, Director of the EPA’s Office of Evidence and Assessment, to discuss the findings.

Duration:00:03:18

EU election results discussion with Lynn Boylan & Cynthia Ní Mhurchú