The Joan Lea Show
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TOPIC- Donal Walsh, a legacy
We spoke to Treasa Murphy from Radio Kerry on the tragic passing of heroic teenager Donal Walsh...
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TOPIC- Are psychics real ?
We talked to Tom Colton about mediums and psychics and took your calls..
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TOPIC- Emigration
Dermot Ferriter talks to us about Emigration..
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TOPIC- Health insurance
Are people who have health insurance picking up the tab for everyone else...
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Angela Epstein Interview.
Angela Epstein is a happily married mother of 4 but she feels it is her wifely duty to go out looking good to catch the attention of other men. Joan spoke to her about this.
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TOPIC- Smoking outside hospitals
We asked should somewhere be provided for smokers to puff outside our hospitals or not...
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TOPIC - Is suicide selfish
Terminally ill teenager Donal Walsh has said he thinks suicide is selfish, do you agree ?
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TOPIC - Luis Suarez
Luis Suarez hit the headlines again over the weekend for his bite on Branislav Ivanovic. We asked should the police be involved also...
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TOPIC- Abortion conditions
Should there be ever conditions attached to abortion in Ireland..
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TOPIC - Insolvency guidelines
We got your reaction to the new insolvency guidelines that banks expect homeowners in debt to adhere to..
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The Women's Museum of Ireland
Muireann O'Connell spoke to the co-Director of the newly formed Women's Museum of Ireland about the venture.
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TOPIC- Road rage
Joan saw a nice bit of road rage today on Macken Street. We wanted to know what have you seen on our roads and have you experienced road rage yourself?
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TOPIC - Censorship of broadcasters
Under new rules broadcaters could be silenced from sharing their own opinion on air, we asked is this fair?
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Billy Cleary.
The Joan Lea Show spoke with the pensioner whose irate letter to the Revenue Commissioners, in which he talks about the unjustness of the property tax, has gone viral.
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TOPIC - Intruder law
A man was stabbed after trying to re-enter a house party in Kilkenny. The accused has claimed self defence under the new intruder law. Is there a loophole in this law and does it work?
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A Walk in My Shoes.
'Walk in My Shoes' is a national Mental Health fundraising campaign for St. Pat's Hospital with the aim of providing free mental health services to young people. Joan spoke with James Kirwan, a UCD student who started experiencing mental health problems when he was in 5th and Alan Ryan a Clinical Nurse Manager with the Young Adult Service Team at St. Patrick's University Hospital. Walk in my shoes takes place on Friday 12th of April.
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TOPIC- Teachers up in arms over cuts
Teacher are today up in arms at proposed to cut backs, do you think they have a hard job or a cushy number...
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TOPIC- Community service
Does community service work as a deterrent not to commit crimes again...
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TOPIC- Spunout.ie and Threesomes
We were talking threesomes on the show after an article on that very topic appeared on spunout.ie website. Should teens be informed about this...
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TOPIC- Sameem's story
Joan talked to Sameem Ali, who from a young age was forced into a marriage and taken to Pakistan...
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Johanna Hatch from The Women's Ordination Conference
As Christians all over the world waited for white smoke to emerge from the Conclave in the Vatican, one group decided the time was ripe to bring up the issue of women within the church by releasing pink smoke. That group was The Women's Ordination Conference and we spoke to the co-president, Johanna Hatch.
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TOPIC - Dog Dilemma
A listener got in touch to ask advice on a dilemma. She is due to give birth in 5 weeks and herself and her husband already have a very much loved dog. She wants to know is it safe to keep the dog if a newborn is around...
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TOPIC - Bill Roache from Coronation street's comments
Actor Bill Roache has coming under fire for comment he made in an interview about "star" not knowing what they were doing was wrong when they slept with underage teens 30 and 40 years ago,we got your reaction
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Beer goggles are NOT real - Dr Amanda Ellison.
We all have something to learn from this woman: Dr. Amanda Ellison of Durham university spoke to Joan about Man Flu, beer goggles, our brain and her book 'Getting your Head Around The Brain.' She is GREAT!
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TOPIC- RIRA Funeral
Gardai have said they will not allow military style displays at the funeral of RIRA memeber Peter Butterly, the opposite approach of Alan Ryan's funeral, do you agree ?
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TOPIC- Should minimum wage be scrapped?
Senator Fergal Quinn has said that minimum wage should be scrapped to kickstart employment, do you agree?
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TOPIC - Jailbreak of the college kind
Students from Trinity College have managed to blag their way to Australia of all places to raise fund for SVP...
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TOPIC- Judge ask teen to decide what parent is jailed
A judge in galway has asked a teen to decide which parent should be jailed after he missed a massive amount of days from school...
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TOPIC- Degenerate or Regenerate
Joan talks to a fitness expert, who tells us the importance of keeping active in later life
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TOPIC- Mother who neglected her kids avoids jail
A mother from Ennis has avoided a jail sentence over severe neglect of her seven children. The judge took into account her alocholism when sentencing...
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TOPIC - Mother in court of teen's absent school days
A Dublin mother was up in court because her teenage daughter has missed over 80% of the school term,should the teen take some resonsibilty...
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TOPIC- Mistresses day
The 13th of February has been dubbed mistresses day. The day most likely for men to shower the mistresses with valentines day gifts...
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TOPIC- Chance Advocacy Interview
Joan chatted to Alison Murphy from Chance....
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TOPIC- Email about proposal to boyfriend
We had an email from "Sandra", who wanted advice about whether to propose to her boyfriend,we got your advice...
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TOPIC - Job Bridge Scheme
In the UK their job bridge has been branded unlawful, is this the case here also ?
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TOPIC- Random on street searches
Last year Gardai conducted 14,000 random on street searches of people under the Misuse of Drugs Act,would you be happy to be searched ?
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TOPIC - IRBC liquidation
Reaction to lastnight's Dail debate on the liquidation of IRBC...
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TOPIC - Magdelene Laundries report
Reaction to the Magdelene Laundries report. And Joan talks to a relation of a woman who was sent there at age 9yrs...
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TOPIC - Nanny Rachel Waddilove
The original super nanny Rachel Waddilove is on hand to give advice on raising your little ones...
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TOPIC - Cognitive behavior therapy
Joan chats to Martha Ryan about cognitive behavior therapy in Ireland..
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TOPIC- Operation transformation
Dr Eva Orsmund from RTE's Operation Transformation came in for a load of flack for public berating a contestant who failed to lose half a pund. Is this cheap reality tv or tough love...
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TOPIC- Dieting
Joan talked to nutritionist Jane Clark about the acclaimed 5/2 diet..
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TOPIC - A listeners dilemma
A listener got in touch to ask for our listeners advice...
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TOPIC - Reaction to Gard murdered on duty
We got listeners reaction to the tragic news of the murder of Garda Adrian Donohoe last Friday evening...
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TOPIC - Abuser walks free from court
A father who abused his daughter for over ten years has walked free from court on bail due to his age and ill health. Should this have been taken into account ?
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TOPIC - The new rules
Joan talks to Sherrie Schneider abut her new book the new rules..
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TOPIC - HMV refuse to honour vouchers
HMV which is going into adminstration has refused to honour vouchers purchased, even though they were on sale up until Monday evening..
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TOPIC - Couple who died of hypothermia
It has been revealed that the couple found dead in a house in Dublin died of hypothermia. In this day and age is this acceptable..
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TOPIC - African men with Irish women
We had a text from listener who is sick of seeing African men with Irish women,he thinks they are using them for paasports, is he just racist ? Or is there some truth in this ?
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TOPIC - Love/Hate's Charlie Murphy
The IFTA nominations are out, and Love/Hate leads the contenders. We spoke to one of the stars of the hit show Charlie Murphy who is nominated in the best actress catergory..
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TOPIC - Does doctor know best, or parent ?
A leading Oncologist has said he went to court nemerous of times to get cancer treatment for his patients when parents refused to allow the treatment..
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TOPIC - Loyalist march coming to Dublin
A Loyalist marched is planned for this Saturday, should it go ahead ?
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TOPIC - Rioting in Belfast
There has been a spate of riots in Belfast and we ask, can the North ever find peace..
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TOPIC - The Forbes 30 under 30 list
Jonathan Cloonan is Head of Acquisitions with Group M/ which has been named in Forbes 30 under 30. He tells us what its like being so successful so young...
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TOPIC - Best/Worse thing about being a parent
What is the best/worse thing about being a parent....
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TOPIC- Ming Flanagan
Luke Ming Flanagan has had an explosive argument in the Dail. He claims his kids are now being teased over the media's obsession over how he dresses...
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TOPIC - Donor Cards
New legislation is due to come in that will require people to "opt-out" if they dont want to donate..
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TOPIC - Suspended sentence for Algerian man
An Alegerian father received a suspended sentence for assaulting and threatning to kill his daughter, his defence claimed there were 'cultural differences'...
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TOPIC - Climate Change
Enviromental writer John Gibbons outlined the impending effects of climate change....
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TOPIC - Should James Reilly step down
There have been calls for James Reilly to step down from his position as Minister for Health...
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TOPIC - Should kids be allowed visit parents in prison
Should kids be allowed visit parents in prison...
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TOPIC - Report on Roma Children
A HSE report has revealed that roma children are the worst off in Irish society, with some of the worst poverty ever seen in Ireland. Would this change your mind in giving to Roma beggers in future ?
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TOPIC - Companies keeping tabs on employees
Would you be happy to hand over your Facebook password to your employers ?
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TOPIC - The Gathering
Gabriel Byrne has slammed the government's tourism scheme called the Gathering, which aims to bring back Irish descendants to our island..what do you think ?
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TOPIC - Wearing a poppy in Ireland
An ex British solidier got in touch with the show to ask where he could get a poppy in Dublin for Rememberence day. He was also warned this would not go down well among Dubliners, what do you think ?
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TOPIC - Cyber bullying
Another tragic death of a young teenager occured over the weekend,Erin Gallagher sadly took her own life after a spate of online bullying was directed at her...
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TOPIC- Reaction to St Pats report
A shocking report has revealed allegations of abuse inside St Patrick's young offenders prison, do you have sympathy for these offenders ?
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TOPIC - Contract for dole claimants
How would you feel if you had sign a contract to recieve your dole,well that's why Minister Joan Burton wants to introduce...
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TOPIC - Safety in the classroom
A report suggests that more should be done to protect pupils and teachers from children with discipline issues, do you agree ?
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TOPIC- Megan Stammers
Should Megan Stammers take some of the blame for running away with her 30yr old teacher...
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TOPIC - Ryanair national airline ?
Would you be happy for Ryanair to be our national airline ?
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TOPIC- Suicide
A listener rang up the show to tell us of her anger at what she feels is the needless glorifying of suicide in Ireland, and urged people to think about the effects it will have on the family.
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TOPIC - Should men who use prostitutes be named and...
Should men who use prostitutes be named and shamed ?
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TOPIC - Does controlling the purse strings amount to...
Does controlling the purse strings amount to domestic abuse ?
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TOPIC - Should Hijab's be allowed in work
A woman is suing her former employers because she was banned from wearing her Hijab in work...
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TOPIC- Hillsborough report released
After 23yrs an Independent report into Hillsborough disaster was released today..
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TOPIC - Ryanair Terms and Conditions
After a customer complained about being charged €300 because she forgot to print off her boarding pass, we asked should ryanair allow for hum error..
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TOPIC - Interview with Dermot O'Connor
Joan talked to Dermot O'Connor who is an acupuncturist and author of a new book called "The Fertility Code"...
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TOPIC - Raising your child vegetarian
We had an email from a grandmother who expressed concerns over her grandson being raised a vegetarian, she says its not healthy and its bad parenting, what do you think ?
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TOPIC - Voluntary school donations
Some parents are dismayed at schools who are putting pressure on cash strapped families to pay their "voluntary" school subscription, will you pay ?
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TOPIC - What should happen to a dog if it attacks...
What should happen to a dog if it attacks someone, do you think it is the right thing to do to put the dog asleep...
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TOPIC - Should people who receive socila welfare be...
We had an email from a listener who was disgusted that his friends who are unemployed are saving there social welfare to put towards a holiday....
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TOPIC - Double satndards when it comes to strip shows
We asked the question why is it socially acceptable for women to attend Male strip shows but sleazy for men to attend Female shows....
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TOPIC - The right to die
Tony Nickleson has been denied to be allowed end his own life, should this mand be allowed to die ?
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TOPIC- Job bridge scheme
Has the Job bridge scheme done any good?
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TOPIC - Ex garda Niall O'Connor
We talk to ex Garda Niall O'Connor who decided to leave the force and become a journalist, he will tell us why, and we'll hear what you think..
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TOPIC - Are travelers still seen as 2nd class citizens
Irish silver medalist John Joe Nevin's family had been refused from pubs in his local town of Mullingar while John Joe fought in London,is Ireland discriminating still against travelers...
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TOPIC - Disciplining children
How do you discipline your children? in a survey, nearly 49% of parents said they agreed with smacking..
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TOPIC - Should minimum sentencing be introduced in...
After a spate of lenient sentences being handed out here in comparison to our European neighbors, we ask should minimum sentencing be brought in here...
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TOPIC - Cyclists in Dublin
Should some sort of fine/penalty points system be brought to make sure cyclists obey by the rules of the road..
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TOPIC - Maternity Leave from work
It was revealed that some bosses prefer not to hire women between the ages of 24-40 yrs of age in case they plan on starting a family and take maternity leave...what do you make of this
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TOPIC - Educate together secondary schools
Next year 14 secondary schools will turn into Educate together ones, will this lead to Ireland losing some of its identity or is this a good thing?
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TOPIC - Do wilderness outings work for unruly teens
Former Lord Mayor of Dublin suggested bring unruly teens on wilderness outing just rewards bad behavior, do you agree ?
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TOPIC - Michaela McAreevey's crime scene photo's
A Mauritian newspaper has published crime scene photo's of Michaela McAreevey's murder, including one of her body. This has sparked outrage in Ireland, is this way out of order ?
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TOPIC - Should a Lithuanian criminal be deported
A Lithuanian man convicted of aggravated sexual assault has been given a ten yr sentence here, but should he have been deported to serve his term at home to save the taxpayer..
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TOPIC - Orange Order march
It has been proposed in the Seanad that the Orange Order should be allowed March through Dublin next year, would you be in favor of it ?
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TOPIC - Orange men march
Orange order General Secretary, Drew Nelson, has said that he would like for the organisation to be able to march in Dublin.
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Topic - PIP breast implants
The state will assumed the cost of PIP breast implant removal if it is deemed necessary.
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TOPIC - Centras childrens allowance day deals
Centra advertising childrens allowance day deals
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TOPIC - Mayor's anti-social behavior report published
One of the recommendations from the Lord Mayor of Dublin, is to set up a safe place for addicts to inject under medical supervision,is this a good idea...
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TOPIC - Rise in child neglect
We spoke about the rise in child neglect cases investigated by the HSE, and asked what should happen to the parents and what are the causes..
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TOPIC - A Father's dilemma
Joan talked to Tim who recently has had a problem disciplining his son, we got some advice from listeners and some heartbreaking stories...
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TOPIC- Ross McDonagh from Metro Herald
Joan talked to Ross McDonagh from the Metro Herald about some of the stories you may have missed...
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TOPIC- New law on putting Fathers name on birth cert
Joan Burton has proposed a new law that would mean a mother would by law have to put the father's name on her child's birth cert, do you agree with this ?
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TOPIC- Fiscal Treaty
We kick off our first Fiscal debate by talking to Gavan O'Reilly about the upcoming Fiscal Treaty referendum and we take your calls...
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TOPIC - Green taxi light, is it racist ?
After the Journal.ie reported that a number of taxi drivers are displaying a green light above their sign to promote that they are Irish, we ask is this racist or too PC...
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TOPIC - Emer O'Toole
Joan talked to Emer O'Toole who appeared on this Morning show in the UK. She stopped shaving 18months ago and is here to tell us why..
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TOPIC- Your experience of Social Welfare system
We talked to TD Stephen Donnelly, who agve a speech on his own experience with dealing with Social Welfare and asked listeners for theirs....
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TOPIC - David Caren from dad.ie
Joan talks to David Caren who runs the popular site dad.ie for Dad's and Dad's to be...
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TOPIC- Soup Kitchens in Ireland
After Michael Noonan commented on Soup Kitchens being a 'scary' prospect in modern Europe, we talked to people about the state of our soup kitchens here...
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TOPIC- Tough Love with addicts
After a mother brought her drug addicted son to be shot in the legs to teach him a lesson for dabbling in drugs we ask is tough love ever the answer when dealing with a family member who is an addict..
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INTERVIEW - Danny Collins on Madeleine McCann
Joan spoke to investigative journalist and author Danny Collins about the disappearance of Madeleine McCann
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TOPIC - Blog about Crisps
We talked to Dean Murray, co author of the popular blog about crisps. He claims we are a nation of crisp addicts, and this interview certainly proves it...
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TOPIC- Vatican frowns on scattering of ashes
On March the 31st, Rome ruled that the scattering of ashes and the sharing of them are not considered to be the appropriate way of honoring a dead relative, do you agree ?
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TOPIC- Banning smoking in public
Minister O'Reilly has proposed banning all smoking in public places in a bid to "de-normalize" smoking, do you agree or is this too harsh ?
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TOPIC- Fashionista Mia
Joan talked to 11yr old Mia and her mother Sally. Mia suffered horrific burn since an early age,despite this she has emerged as an up and coming fashion designer, she hopes to raise funds for Crumiln Children's hospital where she was treated...
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TOPIC - Baby Ellen Barron Mcgee
Joan talks to the father of Ellen who has been diagnosed with Mitochondrial Disorder. He hopes to raise the funds needed for her treatment through the Ellen Barron McGee Fund...
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TOPIC- Man gets 12yr sentence for manslaughter over rage
A man received a 12yr sentence over a road rage incident that left a man dead, the accused had claimed he was being harassed by the victim before hand, so is the 12yr sentence a little harsh or deserved..
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TOPIC- Banning online pornography
Should all online pornography be banned from all private residents to safeguard teens accessing it...
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TOPIC- Tougher sentences for serious crimes
Should tougher sentences be imposed on people who commit some of the most serious crimes...
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TOPIC- Should Brevik be allowed air his views in court
Should Norwegian mass murderer Brevik be allowed air his views in public in court on front of the worlds media..
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TOPIC- Your experiences with service providers
After an article from a woman who slammed Bord Gais for sending out debt collectors to her home we asked you for some of your stories in dealing with some of Ireland biggest service providers...
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TOPIC- Zero tolerance on drink and drugs on our streets
Its been proposed that Gardai should show zero tolerance to people seen drinking and using drugs on our streets as its claimed it effect tourism, do you agree?
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TOPIC- Priory Hall revisited
Muireann talks to a Priory Hall resident who still is not allowed move back home six months after they were turfed out...
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TOPIC- Wedding dilemma
We got an email into the show about a bride to be who was considering whether or not to go through with her wedding after her fiance admitted having sex with a prostitute on his Stag party..
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TOPIC- Ricky Gervais new show
As Ricky Gervais new show "Derek" is due to air, we talked to parents of kids who have children with disabilities...
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TOPIC- Greyhounds found dead in Limerick
We talk to Marian Fitzgibbon from Limerick Animal Welfare about the discovery of a dumping ground of dead greyhounds...
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TOPIC- Burglaries on the rise
Burglaries are on the increase among Dublin commuter belts, so what are you doing to secure your home ? Have you fell victim to this invasive crime....
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TOPIC- Banning smoking in cars
New legislation has been proposed that would ban parents smoking in cars where a child is present...
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TOPIC- Depression in Ireland
After a huge reaction to our interview with Caroline McGuiggan on the topic of depression we decided to talk to our listeners who have also been affected by depression...
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TOPIC - Dog left in car for hours
We talked to Jimmy Cahill from the D.S.P.C.A about a dog that was left in a car all day after we received many concerned complaints from listeners..
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TOPIC - Garda station closures
Alan Shatter announced that more Garda Station closures will be implemented, so we got the public reaction...
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TOPIC- Models that smoke giving bad example
We talked to Dr.Orsmond about Ireland's female models giving bad example to a our teens when spotted smoking..
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TOPIC- Household charge aftermath
We talk to listeners in the aftermath of the Household charge deadline, some who have paid and some who still refuse not to...
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TOPIC- Tan's Dilemma
A listener rang in our show with a dilemma, should she keep belongings of her child's father in her house or should she throw them out...
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TOPIC- 98FM's Care for Kids
We talk to 98fm's Dave Moore and doctores who work in Tallaght and Temple Street children's Hospital as part of the 98fm Radiothon
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TOPIC- Household charge deadline looms
We discuss the much begrudged Household property tax, as the deadline for payment looms...
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TOPIC- The GAME store sit in
Joan talks to the staff of GAME computer game store, who are staging a sit in over the right to redundancies...
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TOPIC- The struggle of single parents
We talk to single parents who tell of their struggle to raise kids on their own and also to a mother of four who says its not as hard as it looks..
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TOPIC- Bullying inside and outside school
Joan talks to Gerry Dalton who's son has been bullied inside and outside school,and other parents who have had to go through this horrible ordeal..
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TOPIC- Organ Donor Awareness week
Its Organ Awareness week, so Joan talks to Colin from the Irish Kidney Assocoiation, and others who have either donated or recieved an organ...
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TOPIC- Your HSE stories
We asked our listeners for their stories of Ireland's health service, good or bad...
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TOPIC- Steve Collins Story
After Steve Collins and his family were forced to leave Ireland due to intimidation from criminals in Limerick, we ask is it worth standing up to gangsters...
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CALLER - Mother Of A Heroin Addict
After an email demanding drug addicts get cut off the dole, Joan spoke to this mother of a 32 year old heroin addict and heard her amazing story
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TOPIC- Keeping illness a secret
Would you keep a serious illness a secret from family, friends and work...
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TOPIC- One night stand
Is one night stands on the rise, and is it shameful for women who do it, and is it commended for men who do it ?
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Is Ireland Racist ?
A top Human Rights lawyer has claimed racism is on the rise in Ireland, do you agree ?
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INTERVIEW - Sean Prunty (Sudden Cardiac Death)
After the collapse of footballer Fabrice Muamba at the weekend, Joan spoke to 98FM's Phil Egan about the story, as well as Ireland team doctor Alan Byrne and footballer Sean Prunty who had to retire due to his own cardiac problems
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TOPIC- Drugs in our prisons
What can be done to stop the influx of drugs in our Irish prisons
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TOPIC- Do Gardai have a tougher job than most realize
Do Gardai have a tougher job than most realize, and are they losing the battle for control of our streets ?
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TOPIC- Interns in the Garda Vetting office
Would you be happy for temporary interns to have access to your personal files if you apply for a Garda Vetting clearance ?
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TOPIC- Do you feel sorry for mistresses?
Do you feel sorry for mistresses? Or is the husband to blame for his dishonesty
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TOPIC- Should employers pay for prolonged sick leave
Should employers pay for prolonged sick leave ?
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TOPIC- 6yrs for not paying VAT on Garlic
The owner of one of Ireland's largest fruit importers has received a 6yr sentence for not declaring VAT on garlic he imported, is this harsh or well deserved....
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TOPIC- Funky Goddess
Samantha Kelly talks to us about her website that offers practical advice for parents who want to talk to their teenagers about sex....
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TOPIC- Labeling of Alcohol products
Alan Shatter has proposed we label alcohol products that display what off license it was purchased in to curb under age drinking...
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TOPIC- Checking your partners past...
A new law called 'Clare's Law' has come into the UK allowing prospective new partners to check their new beau's criminal past....
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TOPIC- Banning foreigners from speaking native language...
Should we ban foreigners from speaking their native language at work....
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TOPIC- Do you feel sorry for the ordinary priest
Do you feel sorry for the ordinary priest or are they part of the overall damaged Vatican ?
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TOPIC- Reporting child neglect
After a shocking case this week in court of a mother of five had seriously neglected her children we ask should we have a moral obligation to report child neglect...
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TOPIC- Should Heroin be made legally available
Should Heroin be made legally available in a bid to make it safer and cut down on crime rates ? It would be administered on prescription to addicts...
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TOPIC- Internships, are they valuable experience or just...
Internships, are they valuable experience or just cheap labour ?
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TOPIC- Welfare Checkpoints on road
Gardai and Welfare inspectors team up to stop motorists who may be working and claiming at the same time...
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TOPIC- Mayor of Naas
Should Darren Scully have lost his party whip or was it and over reaction....
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TOPIC- Should we still test on animals
Should we still test on animals if provide valuable cures for diseases...
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INTERVIEW - Irish Guide Dogs Martin Gordon
Ahead of an Irish Guide Dogs volunteer event, Martin Gordon and his guide dog Gola joined Joan in studio for a chat
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TOPIC- Are Whitney's family right to ban Bobby from...
Are Whitney's family right to ban Bobby Brown from her funeral
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TOPIC- Defending your home against burglars
Would you defend your home at all costs against and intruder ?
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TOPIC- Bin Charges
Residents reacted in fury as its revealed 18,000 bins would not be collected due to non-payment...
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TOPIC- 31ST Anniversary of Stardust Tragedy..
We talk to Malachy Steenson, who lost his wife's brother and his wife 31 years ago on the tragic night that cost the lives of 48 young people...
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TOPIC- Trial process for rape victims
Should rape victims be allowed testify in private or by video link ?
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TOPIC- Death Penalty
A man in the states was put to death despite being confirmed mentally ill...
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TOPIC- Shooting in Tallaght
We discuss the tragic death of Melanie McCarthy McNamara in Brookview Tallaght
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TOPIC- Should abortion be made legal in Ireland
After the 20th anniversary of Case X, should abortion be made legal in Ireland
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TOPIC- Taking back an abusive partner
Should you ever take back an abusive partner, could they ever change their spots ?
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TOPIC- Communion allowance to be cut
Should Communion allowance be cut, or is it a waste of taxpayers money ?
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TOPIC- A united Ireland by 2016 ?
Martin Mcguinness reckons we should have a referendum on a united Ireland by 2012, what do you think?
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TOPIC- The article about the Polish girl living the...
The Independent published a story about a Polish woman who apparently claimed she is living the life on the dole, does create tension
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TOPIC- Taxi drivers records checks
Should criminal records of taxi drivers be checked on by Gardai
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TOPIC- Time limit on dole
A strict time limit on how long people can claim the dole has been proposed, is this unfair? Or fair game?
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TOPIC- Freedom of Info for those adopted
Should those who are adopted be given full freedom of information to trace their birth mother or should the mother continue to have privacy?
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TOPIC- Kids with disability in mainstream school
A survey revealed that 24% of parents wouldn't like a child with a disability taught in the same class as their own child.
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TOPIC- Men who lose control as defence in court
A judge has claimed a man who murdered his partner because she was cheating should use 'lose of control' as his defence....
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TOPIC- Parents made aware of Website
A listener made us aware of a website called Omegle.com, where kids can be exposed to adults on webcam...
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TOPIC- Curfew for teens
Would a curfew for teens lead to less crime? A judge seems to think so...
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TOPIC- Using force against Intruders
A new law is being brought in that homeowners will able to use reasonable force against intruders
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TOPIC- 2012 Apocalypse
Robert Vicino who makes bunkers for people who want to survive the apparent 2012 apocalypse, talks to Joan
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TOPIC- Is Cannabis more dangerous than we think
Scientific reports claim Cannabis isn't the harmless drug that many think it is....
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TOPIC- Do kids suffer when mothers work
Do kids suffer, when the mother has to work and leave the home, or is it good for the child ?
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TOPIC- Paying the household charge
Will you be paying the household charge, even if they get your details through the ESB?
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TOPIC- Banning the smacking kids
Should smacking kids be banned? Or is a tap on the backside ok?
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TOPIC- Better grades for slimming down
Top Chef wants to introduce a plan in France for kids to be given better grades for keeping slim
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TOPIC- Rachel Allen in hot water
Rachel Allen is in hot water from Animal Rights campaigner's....
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TOPIC- Suarez racism row
Is Liverpool defending a racist or is Suarez misunderstood ?
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TOPIC- Is Rihanna's new album too filthy for teens
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