Best Tech Affairs Community Podcasts (2025)

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The Last Word On The US: Trump And Musk Feud Reignites Over 'Big, Beautiful Bill' 17:37

4h ago17:37

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The feud between billionaire Elon Musk and US President Donald Trump has reignited as the Tesla chief renews his criticism of Trump's tax and spending bill. Musk claims that the legislation, known as "The Big Beautiful Bill", would undermine the work he did to cut government spending while in charge of Doge. Marion McKeone and Cal Thomas join The L…

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Conor McGregor Withdraws Application To Introduce New Evidence In Appeal 12:34

5h ago12:34

12:34

Former MMA fighter Conor McGregor this morning withdrew his application to introduce new evidence as part of an appeal against the outcome of his civil rape trial. Last year, Nikita Hand won a lawsuit against the Mr. McGregor, whom she accused of raping her in a Dublin hotel in December 2018. Frank Greaney, Today FM's Courts Correspondent, joined M…

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O+O Recommends: When Science Finds A Way 5:50

11h ago5:50

5:50

Last episode, we explored the urgent connection between climate and health, and brought you a powerful and timely conversation with Julia Gillard, former Australian Prime Minister and Chair of the Wellcome Trust. Today, we want to recommend a show that those who enjoyed that episode are likely to love. When Science Finds A Way is a brilliant podcas…

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The Rise of the Alt-Bros | Dr William Barylo 51:48

11h ago51:48

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Are Muslims falling for the Alt-Bro trap?Sociologist Dr William Barylo joins IFG’s Ibrahim Khan to expose the rise of the Muslim manosphere: a red-pill inspired movement wrapped in Islamic branding. They explore the toxic blend of hustle culture, fake alpha coaches and social media dawah and how it’s exploiting Muslims seeking purpose, wealth and i…

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Meath, Kerry, Donegal And Tyrone Advance To The All-Ireland Gaelic Football Semi-Finals 24:24

1d ago24:24

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The four All-Ireland senior football semi-finalists were confirmed at the weekend after another hugely entertaining weekend of championship action. On Saturday, an impressive second half performance saw Donegal overcome Monaghan and 2021 champions Tyrone beat Dublin, leading to Dessie Farrell's resignation as Dublin manager. On Sunday, Meath put an…

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Last Word On Travel: Dubrovnik 10:30

1d ago10:30

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Known as the Pearl of the Adriatic, Dubrovnik is an affordable choice for a European short trip. From the boat tours, day trips, sunset cocktails and walking the city’s famous walls, Travelexpert.ie Sarah Slattery ran through the best of what the Croatian city has to offer. To catch the full conversation, press the ‘play’ button on this page.…

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BBC Says It Regrets Not Cutting Live Stream Of Bob Vylan’s Glastonbury Set 9:32

1d ago9:32

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UK police have launched a criminal investigation into comments made at Bob Vylan and Kneecap’s Glastonbury performances. This follows comments from the BBC stating that it regretted not cutting the stream of Bob Vylan’s performance, saying its “antisemitic sentiments” were “utterly unacceptable”. Joe O’Shea and Elaine Burke spoke to Matt on Monday.…

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What AI Can’t Do: The Human Advantage in Financial Planning with Sharon Moller 36:44

4d ago36:44

36:44

Send us a text In this episode of PROpulsion LIVE, we sit down with Sharon Moller, Financial Planning Coach at Old Mutual Wealth, to explore a critical question: in a world where AI can do almost everything… what’s left for human financial planners to do? Sharon believes the answer lies in coaching—not the problem, but the person. With 19 years of …

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The Week Trending: The Rise Of Mamdani, The €48m Bezos Wedding & Will The BBC Show Kneecap At Glastonbury? 25:35

4d ago25:35

25:35

US Republicans and Democrats are sent in a spin as 'socialist' Zohran Mamdani wins the New York City Democratic mayoral primary, Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez take over Venice for star-studded wedding, and Glastonbury organisers say Kneecap will play, but will the BBC air the performance? Marion McKeone and Joe O'Shea join The Last Word to discuss …

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Are Prize Bonds Still A Worthwhile Investment? 12:08

4d ago12:08

12:08

Sales of Prize Bonds topped €350 million in 2024 but this was a significant drop on previous years. Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent, joins The Last Word to discuss whether Prize Bonds are still an attractive and worthwhile investment? Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!…

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The Best Wines To Try This Summer 16:35

4d ago16:35

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Wine expert Brigid O'Hora joins The Last Word to run through the best wines to enjoy this summer. She has picked a selection to suit all tastes including a crisp and refreshing vinho verde, a delicate rosé, and even a beautiful red for those die-hard red wine drinkers. Find a list of Brigid's choices below and catch the full chat by pressing the 'P…

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Tech Thursday: The Best AI Assistants For Home, Office And Car 10:45

5d ago10:45

10:45

From time trackers, smart home organisers to advanced driver assistants, Andy O'Donoghue outlined the best AI assistants to use for in the home, for work and for motoring. To listen to the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.

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EU Votes To Ban Airline Fees For Carry-On Bags And Family Seats 9:40

5d ago9:40

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European politicians are seeking to ban airlines from charging passengers for small carry-on luggage or charging for families to sit together on a flight, in moves strongly opposed by the aviation sector. Eoghan Corry, travel and viation journalist, and Kevin Hiney, communications director with Airlines for Europe, join The Last Word to discuss the…

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Penneys To Cut 100 Jobs At Dublin HQ 7:31

6d ago7:31

7:31

Primark, the parent company of Penneys, is planning to cut around 100 jobs at the its Dublin head office as the company moves to outsource some of its human resources, finance and procurement activities. Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss this and more of the latest business news. Catch the full chat by pre…

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Health Warning: The Human Cost of Climate Inaction with Julia Gillard 39:08

6d ago39:08

39:08

Scientists warn that the world could breach its 1.5°C emissions limit within just 2-3 years. It’s a scary thought, but across the globe, many are grappling with an even more immediate and visceral reality: the climate crisis is already a health crisis. From deadly heatwaves to worsening air pollution and climate-related trauma, the health impacts o…

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The Culture Club: R B Egan 31:34

6d ago31:34

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Author and former actor R B Egan was Matt's guest in the Culture Club, he spoke about the inspiration for his new crime novel, The Landlord. He also discussed his favourite music, film, TV, and books.

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'You're Left On The Sideline' - Natasha O'Brien Wants To Highlight Victims' Experiences Of The Justice System 16:35

6d ago16:35

16:35

Natasha O'Brien came to prominence after soldier Cathal Crotty, who viciously attacked her in Limerick in 2022, received a three-year suspended sentence for the assault, sparking outrage across Ireland. Natasha joins The Last Word to discuss the new RTÉ documentary 'Natasha', which explores what happens next for her and other survivors of violence.…

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Irish Woman Lifts Lid On Life Inside Opus Dei 16:05

6d ago16:05

16:05

Anne Marie Allen, author of Serve: My Lost Years At The Heart Of Opus Dei, spoke to Matt about her life inside Opus Dei and how she left the organisation ato rebuild her life through education. To listen to the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.

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The Last Word On The US: 'Do Not Drop Those Bombs' Trump Tells Israel 23:57

6d ago23:57

23:57

US President Donald Trump has said he is "not happy" with Israel and Iran after claiming both countries violated a ceasefire. Marion McKeone and Cal Thomas join The Last Word to discuss Trump's involvement in the conflict and more of the latest news from the United States. But to start, Dr Edward Burke, lecturer in the history of war at UCD, joins …

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Should Public Buildings Be Given Honorary Names? 15:02

7d ago15:02

15:02

The new €2.4bn pediatric hospital will officially be named the National Children's Hospital of Ireland according to a Government proposal, despite efforts to name it after doctor and political activist Dr Kathleen Lynn. Dr Mary McAuliffe, director of Gender Studies at UCD, and Sinn Féin TD Aengus Ó Snodaigh join The Last Word to discuss whether pub…

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Armagh V Kerry Pick Of The All-Ireland SFC Quarter Final Draw 15:37

8d ago15:37

15:37

The fixtures for the All-Ireland SFC quarter-finals have been confirmed, with the four teams which topped their groups - Armagh, Meath, Monaghan, and Tyrone - set to meet the winners from the preliminary quarter-finals. Will O’Callaghan from Off The Ball and Ray Silke, former All-Ireland winner with Galway, join The Last Word to look back on the pr…

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Irish People Feel More Despair Than Hope Over Climate Change 8:26

8d ago8:26

8:26

Worry, anxiety and frustration are the most common feelings people have towards climate change and climate policies, according to a new government report. Sadhbh O'Neill, project lead for Feminist Communities for Climate Justice, joins The Last Word to discuss why people feel so hopeless about Ireland's climate action and what can be done about it.…

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The Last Word On Travel: Best Mid-Summer Deals 10:12

8d ago10:12

10:12

Spain, Italy, Greece and further afield, Sarah Slattery, thetravelexpert.ie, had a run-down of the best deals of offer for last minute Summer holidays. To catch the full conversation, press the ‘play’ button on this page.

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Want a Thriving Advice Business? These 7 Habits Will Get You There 37:37

11d ago37:37

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Send us a text Want a Thriving Advice Business? These 7 Habits Will Get You There Legendary financial planning practices don’t happen by accident — they’re built by habit. In this week’s episode of PROpulsion LIVE, Francois unpacks seven powerful habits he’s seen consistently across standout advice businesses. Whether you’re a solo practitioner or …

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The Week Trending: Euromillions Speculation, Dodgy Box Crackdown & Kneecap's Big Week 23:37

11d ago23:37

23:37

Rumours swirl after Cork's lucky €250m Euromillions win, Sky to monitor WhatsApp chats in an attempt to catch dodgy-box users, & Kneecap's Mo Chara stands defiant at Dublin gig after UK court appearance. Sarah McGuinness, political correspondent with the Irish Daily Mail, and Cathal O’Sullivan, assistant producer with 98FM, join The Last Word to di…

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GAA Palestine Set For Irish Tour 9:57

11d ago9:57

9:57

Claire Liddy, social care worker and co-founder of GAA Palestine explained the origins of the only GAA club in the West Bank and what the club means for young players as they plan a trip to Ireland this summer for a series of games around the country. To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.…

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Why Is Ireland So Expensive? 13:15

11d ago13:15

13:15

New figures released by Eurostat show that Ireland is now the second most expensive country in the EU for goods and services. Meanwhile, the prices of alcohol and tobacco are more than double the EU average, making them the most expensive in the EU. Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent and Adrian Cummins, Chief Executi…

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Lord Henry Mount Charles Dies Aged 74 11:52

12d ago11:52

11:52

Lord Henry Mount Charles, the man who introduced concerts at his iconic home of Slane Castle in Co. Meath, has died. His death was announced on Thursday morning after fighting “a long and valiant battle with cancer”. There have been 26 concerts altogether which included U2, The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Madonna and Bruce Springsteen. Lise Hand a…

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Tech Thursday: Sky Issues Warning About ‘Consequences’ Of Using Dodgy Boxes 10:47

12d ago10:47

10:47

Sky Ireland has warned dodgy box users of “consequences” if they’re caught illegally streaming through their so-called dodgy boxes. Tech expert Andy O’Donoghue spoke to Ian Guider on Thursday’s The Last Word. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the piece.

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Plans For Over 400 Beds 1km From UCD Opposed By Residents 5:44

13d ago5:44

5:44

Planning permission has been sought for 439 purpose-built student bed spaces in Clonskeagh, Dublin 6. The site is just 1km from UCD’s main campus, but it has been met with opposition from residents. Ian Guider joined Will O’Callaghan for Wednesday’s business news. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the conversation.…

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Could This Change Your Life?: The Climate Tech Revolution 54:31

13d ago54:31

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While climate diplomacy grapples with global uncertainty, there’s a quiet revolution happening that may be just as important - thousands of breakthrough technologies and creative applications that are emerging to tackle the climate crisis in new and unexpected ways. Around the world, figures from business, government and civil society come together…

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The Power of Pioneering in Muslim Tech | Arfah Farooq 49:33

13d ago49:33

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Arfah Farooq, co-founder of Muslim Tech Fest, shares the inspiring journey of creating a global platform that empowers Muslim entrepreneurs and tech innovators.🎧 In this episode, Arfah talks to IFG Co-Founder Ibrahim Khan about her mission, the challenges she faced and the future of tech for Muslims.Get ready for actionable insights on entrepreneur…

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Culture Club: Ian Leslie 29:50

13d ago29:50

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On this week’s Culture Club, Will O’Callaghan was joined by Ian Leslie, author of the acclaimed book ‘John and Paul: A Love Story In Songs’. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear all his choices.

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Personal Finance: Irish Holiday Makers Getting Stung By Car Rental Companies 11:45

13d ago11:45

11:45

Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent had some tips on how to manage costs when hiring a car abroad. Charlie also explained why an almost 50% increase in cattle prices could be passed on to the consumer in terms of food inflation. To catch the full conversation, press the play button on this page.…

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Smartphone Bans Have Little Or No Impact On Wellbeing: DCU Study 9:29

13d ago9:29

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A study from the Anti-Bullying Centre at DUC has found that banning smartphones in schools has little or no impact on education, the wellbeing of students or online bullying. Dr Megan Reynolds, Postdoctoral Researcher at Dublin City University and Lead Author outlined the findings of the report. To catch the full conversation, press the play button…

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Kneecap’s Mo Chara Released On Unconditional Bail After UK Terror Case Adjourned 7:51

13d ago7:51

7:51

Kneecap rapper Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, who was charged with a terror offence in May by the Metropolitan Police, has been released on unconditional bail and will reappear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on August 20th. The 27-year-old, whose stage name is Mo Chara, is accused of displaying a flag in support of Hezbollah at a gig in November 2024. Emil…

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The Crypto Expert: How To Make Crypto Money in 2025 (Even If You’re A Beginner) | Ibrahim Alkurd 43:35

14d ago43:35

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In this podcast episode, Ibrahim Khan sits down with Ibrahim Al Kurd, a Forbes 30 Under 30 Founder. He studied medicine and then founded four other companies, a charity and invested in businesses. He shared with us cutting-edge insights at the frontier of the crypto world, and how it is still possible to make money from Crypto in 2025.…

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Stuck, overwhelmed, drained - is personal development all its cracked up to be? 26:46

14d ago26:46

26:46

Send us a text Are you stuck in the cycle of learning, learning, learning without really moving forward? In this episode of PROpulsion LIVE, Francois opens up about his own journey of personal development, the moment he realised knowledge wasn’t enough, and how true growth only happens through doing. You'll discover: ✅ Why personal development can …

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The Last Word On The US: Trump Exits G7 Summit With A Warning For Iran 14:22

14d ago14:22

14:22

US President Donald Trump left a meeting of G7 leaders in Canada early after warning that "everyone should evacuate Tehran" as attacks between Israel and Iran continue to escalate. Marion McKeone and Larry Donnelly join The Last Word to discuss all of the latest news from the United States. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this …

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How Does The New Opt-Out Organ Donation System Work? 14:04

14d ago14:04

14:04

New legislation introducing an opt-out system of consent for organ donation in Ireland has come into effect. Priscilla Lynch, clinical editor with the Medical Independent, and Joe O’Brien, executive director at the Irish Council for Civil Liberties, join The Last Word to discuss how this new system will work. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Pl…

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How to Return the Ummah to its Former Glory | Muslim gameplan for success 1:31:05

15d ago1:31:05

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There's a lot of talk about Islamic revival, but rarely ever is there any talk of a plan to get us there? In this podcast episode, Ibrahim Khan outlines the blueprint for bringing the next Golden Age of Islam.

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Is The Club World Cup The Most Pointless Tournament In Football? 11:39

15d ago11:39

11:39

The Club World Cup kicked off over the weekend and on Sunday, Bayern Munich hammered Auckland City 10-0. After gruelling domestic seasons and ever-increasing fixture schedules, is the appetite there – from both players and fans alike – for another major football tournament? Miguel Delaney, Chief Football Writer with The Independent, spoke to Will O…

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Dark Clouds On Economic Horizon Warns Tanaiste 11:06

15d ago11:06

11:06

As the National Economic Dialogue took place in Dublin Castle, Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe warned of ‘dark clouds’ on Ireland’s economic horizon. Daniel McConnell, editor, Business Post and Owen Reidy, General Secretary of the Irish Congress of Trade Unions discussed concerns raised over Ireland’s reliance on corporation tax and the threats ah…

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The Last Word On Travel: Tunisia 10:48

15d ago10:48

10:48

Sinéad Kennedy, travel expert and host of Wellness Activity Breaks, joins The Last Word to talk all about her recent visit to Tunisia and why she thinks it the ideal trip for holidaymakers looking to explore beyond typical sun destinations. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!…

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The Week Trending: The Freedom Flotilla, US Senator Tackled At A Press Conference & Changes To The Confirmation Pledge 28:10

18d ago28:10

28:10

Greta Thunberg and other activists on a Gaza-bound boat are deported by Israel, a Democratic US Senator is arrested and handcuffed at an immigration briefing in LA, and the Confirmation pledge gets a 21st century update. Author and journalist Aoife Barry and Eoghan Thomas McDermott, managing director at the Communications Clinic, join The Last Word…

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Ireland May Need To Generate Nuclear Power To Meet Demand: EirGrid 6:16

18d ago6:16

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In the Last Word on Business, Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, explained why EriGrid's chairman in a statement said nuclear power generation should be considered. To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.

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The Last Word On The Environment: Your Questions Answered 34:50

19d ago34:50

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To mark the 200th episode of The Last Word’s environment slot, Matt conducted a Q&A with John Gibbons with all the queries coming from you, the listeners. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear all of John’s answers.

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How Irish Came To Be The First Language Spoken In Iceland 14:53

19d ago14:53

14:53

Manchán Magan joins The Last Word to discuss the forgotten presence of Irish monks, migrants and storytellers in Iceland and how the two island nations have more in common than is often remembered. He uncovers all of this in his latest book 'Ireland in Iceland: Gaelic Remnants in a Nordic Land'. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on …

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Tech Thursday: More Of The Best Home Security Tech 8:36

19d ago8:36

8:36

Andy O'Donoghue joins The Last Word to continue his review of the best home security equipment and this time he has tech for inside the home, including smoke alarms, water leak detectors and smart plugs. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

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Hope for the High Seas?: Sylvia Earle and Oceans on the World Stage 44:53

20d ago44:53

44:53

World leaders, scientists and ocean advocates are gathering in Nice for the 3rd UN Ocean Conference (UNOC) and hopes are high that progress can be made on some of the many pressing issues facing our seas - from acidification to pollution, and from biodiversity loss to deep sea mining. Reporting from the summit, Christiana Figueres and Tom Rivett-Ca…

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