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End of the Road: Resit or Quit for Over 70s? Episode 306

Old Mate | October 24, 2024 close
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In this episode Niall is asking Should over 70s have to resit the driving test? A toddler was killed by a 91 year old driver unfit to drive. There has been a suggestion over 70s should In this….

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Raising Voices, Raising Concerns: Should Shouting at Children Be...

Old Mate | October 23, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall asks, Should shouting at children be outlawed in Ireland, just like smacking? Psychologists have claimed that shouting is a form of emotional abuse that can be damaging to….

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Would you vote for a convicted criminal in an election? Episode ...

Old Mate | October 22, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall asks, Would you vote for a convicted criminal in an election? The question arises following convicted criminal Gerry Hutch’s indication that he may run as a candidate in the….

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Should John Be Arrested for Defying the Safe Zone Law? Episode ...

Old Mate | October 21, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall asks, Should John be arrested for defying the Safe Zone Law? Regular caller John is protesting against abortion outside Cork University Hospital at 12 p.m., even though the….

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Champion of Reputations: Protecting the Famous and the Everyday ...

Old Mate | October 18, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall Boylan sits down with Paul Tweed, one of the world’s most respected and feared defamation lawyers, whose client list boasts names like Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears….

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Refugee Aid vs. Irish Struggles: Who Should Come First? Episode ...

Old Mate | October 17, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall asks a provocative question: Should every support given to refugees and asylum seekers also be available to Irish citizens? The discussion examines whether it’s wrong to….

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Time and Punishment: The Cost of Hate Episode 301

Old Mate | October 16, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall examines a controversial question: Should a person receive a longer sentence if their crime is motivated by hate? As the Hate Crime Speech laws return to the Oireachtas….

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Is Repossessing Homes a Necessary Evil? Episode 300

Old Mate | October 15, 2024 close
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In this milestone episode, Niall tackles the emotional and complex issue of home repossession, asking, Is repossessing homes a necessary evil? The conversation is driven by a heartbreaking email….

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Pint-Sized Problems: Are Child Free Pubs A Good Idea? Episode ...

Old Mate | October 14, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall asks, Are child-free pubs a good idea? The debate was sparked by a story from Kent, where a recently renovated village pub banned children under 14, causing both praise….

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Are We Living in a Simulation? Is Everything We Know an ...

Old Mate | October 11, 2024 close
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In this mind-expanding episode, Niall is joined by Rizwan Virk, an MIT-trained computer scientist, video game developer, entrepreneur, and author, who passionately advocates for Simulation Theory….

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High Steak Hypocrisy: Are We Hypocrites for Eating Meat? Episode...

Old Mate | October 9, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall asks, Is it hypocritical to care about cattle welfare while still eating meat? The discussion follows the outrage on social media after RTE’s Prime Time revealed the harsh….

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Partner in Crime: When Cohabiting Costs Millions Episode 297

Old Mate | October 8, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall asks, Would you report a neighbor or friend committing welfare fraud, or is ‘snitching’ on cohabiting cheats crossing a line? The discussion centers on welfare fraud by….

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Education or Indoctrination? Has Ireland’s Education ...

Old Mate | October 7, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall questions Who should be responsible for teaching children about sex—parents or the government? With guest Jana Lunden, they explore whether Ireland’s education system has….

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Cry Me a River: Schofield’s Redemption Bid Episode 295

Old Mate | October 3, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall asks, Does Philip Schofield deserve a second chance? After the airing of his new TV show, many have voiced concerns that Schofield used it as a platform for sympathy….

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Pay or Stay? Should Grown Kids Chip In or Chill Out? Episode 294

Old Mate | October 2, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall asks, Should parents expect financial contributions from their 18-year-old kids once they start earning, or is it a parent’s duty to support them no matter what? The….

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Generation Child-Free: Is No Kids the New Normal? Episode 293

Old Mate | October 1, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall explores the growing trend of choosing a child-free life and asks, Is it a selfish decision, or simply a personal choice for happiness and freedom? The discussion is….

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Paws for Thought: Should Staffordshire Bull Terriers Be Banned? ...

Old Mate | September 30, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall raises the question: Should Staffordshire Bull Terriers be banned? The discussion follows an alarming incident where a listener, a delivery driver, was attacked by two….

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OPW’s €1.7 Million Blunders: A Shocking Waste of ...

Old Mate | September 26, 2024 close
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The recent revelations of wasteful government spending have left many Irish taxpayers in disbelief. Two glaring examples of financial irresponsibility by the Office of Public Works (OPW) — a €1.4 million security hut and a €336,000 glass-covered bike shelter — have raised serious questions about how public funds are being […]

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Till Debt Do Us Part: Should He Walk Away? Episode 291

Old Mate | September 26, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall explores the question: Can financial issues justify walking away from a marriage? The discussion stems from an email sent by a listener who’s feeling trapped by his wife’s….

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Besties or Boundaries: Can Men and Women Just Be Friends? ...

Old Mate | September 25, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall dives into a conversation inspired by a listener’s email about whether men and women can truly be just friends. The listener, a married woman, explains her concern about….

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Love Across the Ages or Just Outrageous? Episode 289

Old Mate | September 24, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall asks the question: Is a 15-year age gap in a teenage relationship a sign of genuine love or potential manipulation? The discussion kicks off with a listener’s email….

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The Right To Die: Mercy or Madness? Episode 288

Old Mate | September 23, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall tackles a deeply controversial question: Should people have the right to end their own lives? With the UK preparing for a possible vote on assisted suicide before Christmas….

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The Irish Government’s Epic Failure: The Children’s Hospital...

Old Mate | September 22, 2024 close
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The long-awaited National Children’s Hospital in Dublin was meant to be a beacon of hope for Irish families, providing world-class healthcare for the nation’s youngest citizens. Instead, it has spiraled into one of the most expensive buildings ever constructed, a testament to bureaucratic mismanagement, budget overruns, and a complete lack […]

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Still Too Sexy: Right Said Fred’s Bold Stand

Old Mate | September 20, 2024 close
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In this episode of the Niall Boylan podcast, Richard and Fred Fairbrass of Right Said Fred reflect on their journey from global pop icons to politically outspoken figures. Known for their massive….


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    Santa’s Spending Spree: Too Much for a Teen? Episode 329
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