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Joe Duffy talks to the Irish public about affairs of the day. Have you got a story to tell? If you’d like to talk to Joe on-air about an issue that concerns you then we want to hear from you. Email joe@rte.ie. Listen live Monday to Friday at 1.45-3pm on RTÉ Radio 1.
Location:
Dublin, Ireland
Networks:
RTE Ireland
Description:
Joe Duffy talks to the Irish public about affairs of the day. Have you got a story to tell? If you’d like to talk to Joe on-air about an issue that concerns you then we want to hear from you. Email joe@rte.ie. Listen live Monday to Friday at 1.45-3pm on RTÉ Radio 1.
Twitter:
@talktojoe1850
Language:
English
Contact:
1850 715 815
Website:
http://www.rte.ie/
Email:
joe@rte.ie
Episodes
Vincent Van Gogh Special
3/31/2023
Joe is joined by Jack L and other guests to celebrate Vincent Van Gogh's 170th birthday.
Duration:01:11:19
Gigantism and EDS
3/30/2023
At 7'6, Shaun is possibly the tallest man in Ireland. He spoke to Joe about his condition, called gigantism, which occurs in patients who had excessive growth hormone in childhood. EDS is a group of rare inherited conditions that affect connective tissue, some of which also affect height.
Duration:01:11:43
Walking the Camino
3/29/2023
In memory of loved ones or as a personal challenge, callers shared their stories of walking the Camino de Santiago.
Duration:01:11:06
Marfan Syndrome - Gender Issues in the Defence Forces - Anti-social behaviour - Electric car charger theft - Van Gogh
3/28/2023
We hear from callers affected by the life-threatening Marfan Syndrome. We also hear an update on the report into gender issues within the Irish Defence Forces. Dermot rang in about anti-social behaviour in his apartment complex, and Jack has had his electric car charger stolen. Nicole is helping listeners pronounce Van Gogh the Dutch way.
Duration:01:08:50
Mobile Homes - No Ambulances for Miscarriage - City Status for Drogheda
3/27/2023
Three listeners have contacted Liveline with the same idea - to help calm the housing crisis with mobile home parks. Martin and his wife, Aisling were unable to get an ambulance when Aisling suffered severe bleeding due to a miscarriage. Anna and Niall believe Drogheda should be offered city status.
Duration:01:10:56
Alcoholism Medication - Paediatric Palliative Care - Geometry in Nature
3/24/2023
Robert is an alcoholic and is unable to find the medication he needs to help stop him from drinking. Orlaigh is the aunt of 4 year old Fiadh who has an aggressive cancer. Fiadh's family want palliative care for Fiadh. Geoff Fitzpatrick and Des McHale discuss the wonder of geometry in nature.
Duration:01:09:29
Bog Man Statuette - Mike Murphy
3/23/2023
Charlie and Sandy found a wooden man in a sod of turf. How did it end up there? Broadcaster Mike Murphy talks to Joe about an investment scam that is using his image, his interest in Art and the Late Late Show.
Duration:01:08:45
Missing Rabbit - Success for the Kaftrio 35 - The Joy Of Maths
3/22/2023
Denis' enormous rabbit, Tyson, has gone missing. Joe speaks to 7-year old Cíaran who is one of the 35 children living with Cystic Fibrosis who have finally been approved for the drug, Kaftrio.
Duration:01:09:26
Mariupol - Full Buses - Maths
3/21/2023
Olga updates Joe on current events in Mariupol. Angela had three American guests staying with her who found themselves stranded by public transport. Lee tells Joe how he uses maths in everyday life.
Duration:01:09:21
Home Schooling - Insect Burgers
3/20/2023
Monica has home-schooled her six children and is saddened by the Tánaiste's comments claiming that homeschooling is isolating. Lucy believes that Lidl's new Soya & Insect Patties are unnecessary.
Duration:01:09:06
Jimmy Carter
3/15/2023
Jimmy Carter has asked Joe Biden to do his eulogy. Listeners give their thoughts on that and we hear about the former US president's life.
Duration:01:09:53
Getting an Apprenticeship in your Thirties
3/14/2023
John is a 36 year old member of the Travelling Community who wants to get an electrical apprenticeship but left school early and doesn't have the academic requirements.
Duration:01:09:39
Culling the Cat Population - It's Called St. Patrick's Day
3/13/2023
Would you cull your pet cat if they had a disease which is fatal to humans? Bernard doesn't like the term "Paddy's Day".
Duration:01:07:56
Cocaine Bear - Martina's Quilt Has Been Found!
3/10/2023
Cocaine Bear - Martina's Quilt Has Been Found!
Duration:01:08:15
Attacks - Bad Bus Experience - Landlords & Evictions
3/9/2023
Councillor Nial Ring and his son were attacked for being Irish after a Chelsea football match in London. Joe describes an incident which occurred to some elderly women on Bus Éireann today. Landlords and renters talk about their current situations.
Duration:01:10:12
Grave Bench - Stolen Car, Quilt & Sewing Machine - Care Home Bus - Landlords Getting Out
3/8/2023
Aaron has been told he has to remove the bench he put next to his daughter's grave. Martina had her car stolen along with a quilt she had been working on for a long time. Sean, who we spoke to on Monday, has had some good news. Three landlords who have decided to sell their properties talk to Joe.
Duration:01:09:59
Weather Forecasts - Consumer Issues
3/7/2023
Listeners discuss the fact that Met Eireann didn't mention the possibility of snow later in the week on last night's weather forecast. Michael believes that Dunnes Stores have cut the length of time that their money-off vouchers remain valid.
Duration:01:09:49
Canadian Woman in Distress - Care Homes, Buses & Free Travel Passes
3/6/2023
Shalva gave €20 to a woman in distress with a Canadian accent. Sean visits his brother in a care home every week. Despite the bus passing the care home, the nearest bus stop is a 25 minute walk away.
Duration:01:08:43
Gilbert O'Sullivan
3/3/2023
Gilbert O'Sullivan talks to Joe and we hear some of his greatest hits.
Duration:01:10:23
Alcohol Advertising & Alcoholism - Child Knocked Down By E-Scooter
3/2/2023
Callers discuss the current advertising campaign for Jameson Whiskey. Anna's six year old son was knocked down by an E-scooter in Bushy Park.
Duration:01:07:18