Best Sean Alley Podcasts (2025)

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Should we all be going for ‘fart walks’? 6:33

2h ago6:33

6:33

Fart walks, they’re exactly what they say on the tin... Should we all be going for a walk after we eat our dinner so that we release all the gas we’ve been building up all day? The experts say yes. Registered Dietitian and owner of Orla Walsh Nutrition, Orla Walsh, joins Seán to discuss.

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Is Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ idea feasible? 10:35

3h ago10:35

10:35

Those old enough to remember Ronald Reagan’s ‘Star Wars’ will be familiar with the idea of a space based missile defence system, but perhaps we thought it would remain pie in the sky… Not the case, according to Donald Trump. The US President announced yesterday that he had chosen a design for his “Golden Dome” system, and that it would be up and ru…

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Mother and Baby Homes to be taught about in schools for first time 9:41

3h ago9:41

9:41

For the first time, a formal curriculum resource on Ireland’s mother and baby institutions, industrial and reformatory schools and Magdalene laundries has been published by the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment. Joining Seán to discuss this is Sarah Anne Buckley, Associate Professor in History at the University of Galway and one of the…

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Drummer with The Who fired for “overplaying” 9:14

3h ago9:14

9:14

The Who’s drummer Zak Starkey has been fired for apparently “overplaying”, but what does this mean, and how do drummers strike a balance between musical expression and not taking over? Joining Seán to discuss is Dave Hingerty, a Professional Session Drummer and former University Lecturer in Drumming at BIMM Music Institute Dublin...…

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Proposal to shut Swan Alley to curb antisocial behaviour 9:42

3h ago9:42

9:42

We all know the ones, the laneways that you would be afraid to walk down at any time of the day or night... Well, this afternoon, Dublin Councillors will be meeting to put forward a vote to close Swan Alley, which is just off Thomas Street in the Liberties, Dublin 8. The small alleyway has been earmarked due to illegal drug taking and antisocial be…

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How should you deal with lazy colleagues? 13:49

3h ago13:49

13:49

In any job, it’s likely that you’ll encounter a lazy colleague or two, so what can you do to ensure that they don’t get on your absolute nerves and drive you mad? Whether it’s someone who falls asleep at their desk or simply leaves all their work for others – we find out should you rat them out to the boss? Career Psychologist and author of ‘Total …

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Auschwitz Memorial launch digital replica intended for movies 8:14

1d ago8:14

8:14

The Auschwitz Memorial has announced a multi-million euro project, in which they have created an exact digital replica of the concentration camp for use in feature films. But, how will the project work, and how are movies about Auschwitz made since the ban on filming there took effect in the late 1980s? Joining Seán to discuss is Film Critic Esther…

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Why youth clubs need to be saved 12:15

1d ago12:15

12:15

There was a time when there were many youth clubs dotted around the country, but as smartphones take over, is it time to save these institutions as the last bastion of real world connectivity for our young people? Joining me now is Colman Noctor, Child Psychotherapist, who has been writing about this in the Examiner today……

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Is the semicolon dying out? 7:10

1d ago7:10

7:10

According to research, the death of the semicolon is near; with its usage in English books plummeting by almost half in two decades. But, what is the appropriate use of the semicolon? What grammatical function does it intend to fill? And, is its increasing rarity a cause for concern? Lisa McLendon is Author of The Perfect English Grammar Workbook a…

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What’s behind the recent boom of silk webs? 5:55

1d ago5:55

5:55

If you’ve been spending time in nature recently or been going on hikes or walks thanks to the nice weather, you might’ve come across large silk webs covering trees and bushes. Collie Ennis, Biodiversity Officer in Trinity College Dublin, joins Seán to explain exactly what that fascinating silk sheet is, and why you should just admire it rather than…

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The man behind Kneecap’s balaclavas 8:08

1d ago8:08

8:08

Have you ever wondered who is behind the knitting needles for Kneecap’s famous tricolour balaclavas? Lewis Kenny joins Seán to discuss how he started off at a knitting class, and now makes balaclavas for Kneecap. Image: @tricolourbalaclava on Instagram

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Should children get pocket money? 8:00

1d ago8:00

8:00

Most of us probably remember getting a pound off your mother or the old man to go down and buy some comics or one hundred penny jellies. It’s probably a treasured memory for some, but was it a beneficial experience? Did it affect how you viewed money as an adult, and should those of us who are parents now give out pocket money at all? Rachel O’Dwye…

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Are Irish drivers guilty of ‘middle lane hogging’? 13:54

1d ago13:54

13:54

Do middle lane hoggers drive you mad? Motorway driving can be stressful at the best of times, but the phenomenon of people sitting in the middle lane instead of moving in and out of the slow lane is something that you see right across the country. So, are Irish drivers worse than others, and why is this a bad and dangerous habit? Geraldine Herbert,…

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‘The Elders’: a theatre group for over 65s 7:31

2d ago7:31

7:31

What started off as a once-off community project in 2018 has now turned into a vibrant community performance group for over 65s. To discuss, Seán is joined by Director, Performer and Facilitator of The Elders, Andrea Scott. Image: Mill Theatre

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What does a will look like if you are single? 10:02

2d ago10:02

10:02

Deciding how to split up your wealth among loved ones and family can be quite daunting and confusing, but creating a will helps to iron out any confusion over how your wealth is divided when you pass away. But, what happens to your estate if you are single when you die? Joining Seán to discuss is John Costello, Solicitor with Noble Law and Speciali…

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Going back to education in your 50s 9:19

2d ago9:19

9:19

Have you ever thought about what it would be like to go back to education in your 50s? Dr Suzanne Crowe recently went back to college to study law after two decades, while still juggling her full-time job and all the other responsibilities that life brings. She joins Seán to discuss.

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What we can learn from the history of droughts in Ireland 8:02

2d ago8:02

8:02

As the long absence of rain begins to have a serious impact on the country, Seán’s guest has been exploring what the history of droughts can teach us about how to manage current and future ones. Joining to discuss is Michelle McKeown, Lecturer in Environmental Geography at UCC…

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Quitting your job - Henry McKean Reports 24:38

2d ago24:38

24:38

The BBC has confirmed Gary Lineker will leave his presenting roles sooner than planned. His departure comes after he shared an Instagram post about Zionism that included a drawing of a rat, historically used as an antisemitic insult. Henry McKean has been out and about talking to people about quitting, and joins Seán to discuss.…

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How this group use JCB diggers to dance 6:18

5d ago6:18

6:18

One of the highlights of the Balmoral Show this year, one of Ireland’s largest agricultural shows which is currently taking place in Co. Antrim, is the JCB Dancing Diggers. These enormous, powerful machines are manipulated by their highly trained drivers to dance to music. Joining Seán to discuss is Matt Lucas, Captain of the JCB Dancing Diggers Te…

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Does TikTok teaching work? 13:45

5d ago13:45

13:45

This time of the year, young people are turning to TikTok to study for their exams! But, how well does this method of learning work? Katie Linehan, French and Spanish Teacher with the Dublin Academy of Education, joins Seán to discuss.

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The story behind ‘The Balcony Movie’ 7:25

5d ago7:25

7:25

An odd reality of urban life is that although those who reside in big cities are surrounded by other people, they rarely get to know a lot of their neighbours. This was also the experience of Paweł Łoziński, until he decided to start greeting passers by from his balcony. Paweł Łoziński is the Director of The Balcony Movie. He joins Seán to discuss.…

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Record number of Irish beaches awarded Blue Flag status 4:32

5d ago4:32

4:32

A record number of Irish beaches have been awarded with a Blue Flag, announced this morning. But, what exactly does a blue flag mean, and where are the best beaches in Ireland? Joining Seán to discuss is Caroline Delaney, Outdoors Editor for the Irish Examiner… Image: Beach Awards

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GPO Museum announce new Pride Tour event 8:18

5d ago8:18

8:18

A new event at the GPO Museum seeks to highlight the contribution of the LGBTQ community to the struggle for Irish independence. Joining Seán to discuss is Caitriona Travers, Tour Guide at the GPO Museum...

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Episode 158: Sean Sisk 1:01:22

5d ago1:01:22

1:01:22

Sean Sisk is a seasoned commercial and entertainment photographer based in Ottawa, Canada. With a career spanning over two decades, he has built a reputation for capturing compelling portraits, dynamic editorial spreads, and electrifying live music performances. His portfolio includes work with major clients such as Bell Media (CTV, TSN, Pure Count…

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Why you need a digital detox 4:26

6d ago4:26

4:26

Have you ever wondered what it might feel like to go more than a few minutes without checking your phone and to go completely offline? Rosanna Irwin, Founder of Samsú, will be hosting Dublin’s first phone-free event this Sunday and joins Seán to discuss the digital detox.

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Magna Carta copy discovered to be an original is worth millions 9:05

6d ago9:05

9:05

An apparent copy of the Magna Carta, bought by Harvard university in 1946 for next to nothing, has, after extensive analysis, turned out to be an original. Joining Seán to discuss is David Carpenter, Professor of Medieval History at King's College London...

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The Dead Pair Podcast

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Should we all be going for ‘fart walks’? 6:33

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Is Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ idea feasible? 10:35

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Mother and Baby Homes to be taught about in schools for first time 9:41

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Drummer with The Who fired for “overplaying” 9:14

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Proposal to shut Swan Alley to curb antisocial behaviour 9:42

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How should you deal with lazy colleagues? 13:49

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Auschwitz Memorial launch digital replica intended for movies 8:14

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Why youth clubs need to be saved 12:15

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Is the semicolon dying out? 7:10

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What’s behind the recent boom of silk webs? 5:55

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The man behind Kneecap’s balaclavas 8:08

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Should children get pocket money? 8:00

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Are Irish drivers guilty of ‘middle lane hogging’? 13:54

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‘The Elders’: a theatre group for over 65s 7:31

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What does a will look like if you are single? 10:02

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Going back to education in your 50s 9:19

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What we can learn from the history of droughts in Ireland 8:02

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Quitting your job - Henry McKean Reports 24:38

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How this group use JCB diggers to dance 6:18

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Does TikTok teaching work? 13:45

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The story behind ‘The Balcony Movie’ 7:25

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Record number of Irish beaches awarded Blue Flag status 4:32

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GPO Museum announce new Pride Tour event 8:18

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Episode 158: Sean Sisk 1:01:22

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Why you need a digital detox 4:26

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Magna Carta copy discovered to be an original is worth millions 9:05

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