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Joe Bryan is a writer and thinker focused on the intersection of money, society, and freedom. With a background in finance and a deep understanding of Bitcoin, Joe is one of the most articulate critics of fiat money and the systemic damage caused by government control over currency. In this interview, Joe explains why inflation is not just an econo…
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Catherine McBride is an economist, trade expert, and former member of the UK’s Trade and Agriculture Commission. With a background in finance and deep knowledge of international markets, she is one of the most vocal critics of Britain’s overregulated economy, misguided energy policies, and counterproductive approach to growth and trade. In this int…
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John O’Connell is the chief executive of the TaxPayers’ Alliance, a UK-based campaign group advocating for lower taxes, efficient government, and greater transparency in public spending. With years of experience analysing government budgets and economic policy, he has become one of the most vocal critics of Britain’s bloated bureaucracy, broken tax…
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Matthew Mežinskis is a macroeconomic researcher, Bitcoin educator, and host of the podcast Crypto Voices, known for his deep analysis of global monetary policy, central banking, and the intersection of money and geopolitics. Based in Eastern Europe with a background in both American and Latvian perspectives, Matthew brings a rare clarity to complex…
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Matt Le Tissier is a former England international and Premier League football legend, best known for his loyalty to Southampton, his incredible goals, and his reputation as one of the most naturally gifted players of his generation. Since retiring, he has become one of the few high-profile sports figures willing to speak out on politics, media mani…
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Harry Miller is a former police officer, free speech advocate, and co-founder of Fair Cop, an organisation that defends individuals targeted by political policing and thoughtcrime accusations in the UK. He gained national attention after being investigated by police for a tweet and went on to challenge and defeat. In this interview, Harry breaks do…
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Steven Barrett is a leading UK barrister, legal writer, and constitutional expert who has become one of the sharpest critics of Britain’s bloated, dysfunctional legal system. In this interview, Steven lays out how the rule of law in Britain has been quietly hollowed out by bad legislation, unelected regulators like Ofcom, and a political class addi…
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Raja Miah is a former government advisor, political campaigner, and whistleblower who exposed one of the UK’s most disturbing and underreported scandals—the systematic gang rape of children across multiple towns, and the political cover-up that protected the perpetrators. In this interview, Raja lays out in forensic detail how politicians, police, …
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R.A. The Rugged Man is a legendary hip-hop artist, lyricist, and filmmaker, known for his uncompromising style, underground acclaim, and powerful storytelling. From early industry blackballing to global respect, he’s earned a reputation as one of the most authentic voices in rap, praised by legends like Biggie, Kool G Rap, and Chuck D. In this inte…
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Firas Modad is a geopolitical analyst and Middle East expert, specialising in regional conflicts, sectarian divisions, and global power struggles. In this interview, we explore the global power struggle over the Middle East, Syria’s ongoing turmoil, and the impact of US, Russian, and Iranian influence in the region. Modad explains why Syria remains…
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We speak with Alan Andrews, founder of the Old Barracks Coffee Roastery and the Guji Coffee Chain about his ambition to make Limerick Ireland’s coffee capital and his plans for expansion. The business is scaling and will be approaching 60 staff by April. Visit www.thinkbusiness.ie for more news and supports for start-ups and SMEs in Ireland. If you…
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Chelsea Manning is a former U.S. Army intelligence analyst, whistleblower, and transparency activist, best known for leaking classified military documents that exposed government misconduct. Her actions sparked global debates on war crimes, free speech, and the role of whistleblowers in holding power to account. Since her release from prison, Manni…
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Gawain Towler is a political strategist, communications expert, and former Director of Communications for the Brexit Party, with decades of experience in political campaigns, media strategy, and party leadership. In this interview, we discuss the rise of the Reform Party, the failures of the Conservative and Labour governments, and the growing poli…
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Killorglin County Kerry-based innovation centre RDI Hub recently marked its fifth anniversary and within that relatively short period of time has seen more than €250m invested in its start-ups and has created 430 high-quality local jobs. We talk to the CEO of RDI Hub Liam Cronin about how the hub has made the impact it has and what other regions of…
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Dr. Lawrence Newport is a legal academic, researcher, and political commentator, known for his work on law, crime, and justice reform. He is also the co-founder of Looking for Growth, a movement focused on revitalising the UK’s economy, reducing bureaucracy, and restoring law and order. In this interview we discuss why Britain is in managed decline…
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As well as supporting the Backyard at Blas na hEireann, Bank of Ireland’s experts recently mentored some of the winners from the Blas na hEireann Best Newcomers category in areas of sustainability and fundamentals of business. We spoke to Lucy Ryan, head of Food Sector at Bank of Ireland and bank manager John Doyle, a judge at Blas, about the impor…
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Leading menopause expert Loretta Dignam has become the only Irish woman honoured in the first-ever Forbes 50 over 50 global list of trailblazing women. Dignam founded the Menopause Hub – Ireland’s first and only dedicated menopause clinic at the time – in 2018 at the age of 56. She says that age has no limit for entrepreneurship and talks about her…
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Firas Modad is a political analyst and geopolitical strategist, specializing in the intersection of power, governance, and societal change. His work explores how oligarchs, elites, and state institutions shape policy, influence public perception, and manipulate global narratives. In this interview, we explore the real power behind governments, the …
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We talk to Claire Hanrahan, managing director of pensions business IPF which is blazing a trail in terms of women leadership at both executive and board-level. The business is an outlier in terms of equality and empowering all staff- male and female – to develop their careers and achieve their potential. Proving diversity works, it now has €1bn und…
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Shanker Singham is a leading trade economist, competition lawyer, and policy expert, known for advising governments on free markets, regulatory reform, and trade policy, and playing a key role in shaping post-Brexit economic strategies for the UK. In this interview, we discuss the government decisions over the past 25 years have crippled growth, in…
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Lois Perry is a political activist, media commentator, and Executive Director of Heartland Institute UK & EU, known for her fierce opposition to Net Zero policies, government overreach, and media bias, advocating for free speech, energy independence, and political reform. In this interview, we discuss how the UK government is using climate hysteria…
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We speak to the owner of the iconic St Bridget vessel Eugene Garrihy of Dublin Bay Tours. Faced with a choice between buying a new boat or committing to a more sustainable path, Garrihy chose the latter and embraced the circular economy. He decided to switch from traditional fossil fuels to Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil fuel. This renewable alternativ…
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Noel Willcox is a campaigner and whistleblower exposing the corruption and financial abuse within the Child Maintenance Service, highlighting how government enforcement policies have pushed parents into debt, financial ruin, and even suicide. In this interview we discuss the reality of the Child Maintenance Service (CMS), a system that has financia…
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Charlotte Gill is a journalist, investigator, and the driving force behind UK Doge, a movement dedicated to exposing government waste, corruption, and misallocated taxpayer money. In this interview, we discuss the biggest government scandal you’ve never heard of—how vast amounts of public money is funnelled into ideological vanity projects, bloated…
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We speak with entrepreneur Luke Joyce about his growing venture TheCleaningCompany.ie which he started armed with only his grandmother’s Toyota Yaris, a bucket and a squeegee. The business is now expanding nationwide driven by year-on-year 100 per cent increases in revenue. He talks about his passion for entrepreneurship, including winning Maynooth…
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Steve Baker is a Conservative MP, former Brexit minister, and outspoken advocate for free markets, sound money, and limited government. James Van Straten is a macro analyst and Bitcoin advocate, focused on exposing economic mismanagement and the failures of central banking. In this episode, we discussthe UK’s economic crisis, government waste, poli…
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Eric Kaufmann is a political scientist, professor, and author specialising in cultural politics, demographics, and the rise of woke ideology, advocating for post-progressivism and free speech in academia and society. In this interview we discuss how woke ideology, cultural overreach, and progressive dominance have reshaped the Western world. From t…
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We talk to Joe Quirke, head of GoCar in Ireland, about what’s happening in terms of transport in Ireland. GoCar has been a prominent contributor to Ireland's car-sharing landscape, with a fleet of over 1,100 vehicles nationwide. Launched with the aim of providing members with the freedom of car ownership without the hassle, GoCar ensures a seamless…
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Mike McCulloch is a physicist and researcher known for his Quantized Inertia theory, which challenges mainstream physics by offering an alternative to dark matter and proposing revolutionary propulsion concepts like the EM Drive. In this interview, we discuss everything that is known about space, gravity, and physics itself. Mike reveals why dark m…
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MP Mike Tapp is an ex-military intelligence officer and now Labour for Dover. In this show we discuss British values, national security, and the political failures shaping modern Britain. We also cover immigration, terrorism, economic decline, and the collapse of public services under consecutive governments. Does Labour truly represent working-cla…
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Rupert Lowe is a businessman, the former Southampton FC chairman, and a Reform Party MP, known for his outspoken views on politics, free markets, and the need for radical change in the UK government. In this episode, we discuss the corruption and incompetence plaguing Westminster, the consequences of mass migration, crippling taxation, and the fail…
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Daniel Priestley is a serial entrepreneur, author, and business strategist, known for helping startups and scale-ups navigate the digital economy and adapt to the rapidly changing world of AI and technology. In this episode we discuss AI, the death of the industrial age, the rise of digital business, and the future of entrepreneurship. We also disc…
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Jake Hanrahan is an independent journalist, war reporter, and founder of Popular Front, known for his raw, unfiltered coverage of conflicts, crime, and underground movements around the world. In this episode we discuss conflict, corruption, media manipulation, and the creeping authoritarianism gripping the West. With years of frontline reporting fr…
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Will Storr is an acclaimed author, journalist, and storyteller, specializing in exploring human psychology, status dynamics, and the power of narratives to shape our lives and societies. In this interview we discuss the dynamics of status, storytelling, and human psychology. Learn why we chase status, how stories shape societies, and the dangers of…
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Steve Parish is a British businessman and the Chairman of Crystal Palace Football Club, known for his role in revitalising the club and his outspoken views on football and business. In this interview, we discuss challenges of leading a Premier League club. From the impact of big data and AI in football to navigating financial pressures and planning…
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James Fishback is the founder of Incubate Debate, a free speech advocate, and a debate champion, committed to fostering critical thinking and open dialogue among students across the U.S. In this interview we discuss how political bias and censorship are infiltrating high school debate competitions. They explore the decline of free speech, the impac…
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Alex Phillips is a former Brexit Party MEP, journalist, and political commentator known for her outspoken views on cultural decline, women’s safety, and the future of British politics. In this interview, we discuss the unraveling of British society. From the crushing taxes and housing crisis to cultural decay and economic mismanagement, Phillips ex…
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We speak with Richard Tierney, CEO of the Dublin St Patrick’s Festival. The St Patrick’s Festival is the biggest celebration of Irish arts, culture and creativity worldwide and its impact is astonishing. In 2024, it delivered an overall media reach of 400m+, publicity worth €522m, a digital and social media reach of 22m, a live audience in excess o…
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William Clouston is the leader of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), advocating for a patriotic, pragmatic, and socially conservative vision for Britain's future. In this interview we discuss the UK’s pressing challenges. From immigration and housing to free trade and privatisation. Clouston unpacks the policies that have left Britain in crisis. Di…
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Liz Truss is a British politician who served as the UK's Prime Minister and Leader of the Conservative Party, known for her advocacy of free markets, economic reform, and her candid critique of the political establishment. In this interview we discuss the UK’s broken political system, the rise of unaccountable bureaucracy, and the fight for free sp…
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Paul M. Sutter is an astrophysicist, author, and science communicator known for making complex cosmic concepts accessible and engaging through his books, podcasts, and media appearances. In this interview we discuss the mind-bending world of black holes, space-time, and quantum physics. From Einstein’s theory of relativity to the mysteries of black…
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Former Head of the UK Border Force, Tony Smith, pulls back the curtain on the hidden complexities of immigration and border control. In this interview, Tony explains how policy, security, and global trends shape the UK’s borders. From asylum seekers and illegal immigration to the economic and social impact of migration, we dive into the challenges …
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David Halpern is President and Founding Director of The Behavioural Insights Team and a leading pioneer in applying behavioural science to improve public policy and everyday decision-making worldwide. In this interview he reveals the fascinating ways behavioural science influences government policy and everyday decisions. From pensions to education…
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George Galloway is a British politician, broadcaster, and author renowned for his decades-long career as a champion of working-class politics and his fierce critiques of Western foreign policy and neoliberalism. In this interview, George delivers a powerful critique of the Labour Party’s transformation from a working-class movement to a middle-clas…
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Matt Goodwin is a British political scientist, author, and commentator known for his work on populism, political realignment, and the cultural and economic challenges facing modern Britain. In this interview, Matt delivers a scathing critique of Britain’s failing political class. Known for his sharp insights into populism and British politics via h…
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Konstantin Kisin is a comedian, podcaster, and political commentator known for his sharp insights on free speech, culture wars, and societal issues, and as the co-host of the popular show Triggernometry. In this interview we discuss Britain’s struggle with identity, the erosion of free speech, and the consequences of class contempt. From Brexit div…
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Dr. Aseem Malhotra is a cardiologist and public health advocate. He has been at the forefront of exposing the influence of Big Pharma on global healthcare systems and calling for a revolution in evidence-based medicine. From critiquing flawed dietary guidelines to challenging the widespread use of mRNA vaccines, Dr. Malhotra has consistently pushed…
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The restaurant industry in Ireland has been facing significant challenges over the past few years, with rising costs and tax constraints being the main factors. Since its soft launch in 2023, Early Table has connected over 34,000 active members with exclusive dining offers, providing savings of up to 50% while helping restaurants nationwide fill em…
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Sean Glynn, chief learning officer at Irish tech firm Wriggle, talks about how the business is reshaping the school classroom as we know it through clever learning through digital devices. Uniquely the business employs Irish teachers to develop ways to help hundreds of schools integrate digital technology into their classrooms. Visit www.thinkbusin…
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Mauricio Di Bartolomeo, co-founder and CEO of Ledn, a Bitcoin and digital asset financial services platform, fled Venezuela to escape persecution by the regime and the devastating effects of economic collapse and hyperinflation. Can Bitcoin be the answer to managed decline and inflation? In this interview we discuss the lessons from Venezuela’s eco…
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