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From Tears to Cheers: Callers Revisit 2024 Episode 335

Old Mate | December 19, 2024 close
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In this final live show of 2024, Niall invites listeners to reflect on the year’s news stories that had the greatest impact—those that sparked anger, brought laughter, or even moved them to tears….

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Not in My Backyard: Who Decides Where They Live? Episode 334

Old Mate | December 18, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall examines a contentious development in Athlone, where local representatives mounted a successful High Court challenge against a Ministerial Order aimed at rapidly expanding….

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Safe Spaces or Enabling Addiction? Ireland’s First Injection ...

Old Mate | December 17, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall examines the debate surrounding Ireland’s first medically supervised injection center for drug users. Set to open shortly in Dublin and operated by Merchants Quay Ireland….

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High Scores Low Opinions: Does Body Count Really Matter? Episode...

Old Mate | December 16, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall tackles a divisive topic: Does the number of past sexual partners—often called “body count”—really matter when it comes to choosing a long-term partner? The conversation….

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Paul Hogan vs. The System: Standing Up for Athlone

Old Mate | December 12, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall speaks with Cllr. Paul Hogan about the heated controversy surrounding the new temporary accommodation center at Lissywollen, Athlone. The government plans to house up….

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Mother-in-Claws: There Is No More Room At The Inn? Episode 331

Old Mate | December 12, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall tackles a sensitive family matter: Is a husband being selfish for refusing to let his ailing mother-in-law move into their home? A listener wrote in, explaining that her 76….

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Ukrainian Refugees: Should They Be Allowed to Stay When the War ...

Old Mate | December 11, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall asks a pressing question: When the war in Ukraine ends, should the refugees who’ve made Ireland their home be allowed to stay, or should they return to their homeland….

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

Old Mate | December 10, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall asks if parents are going overboard with Christmas spending on their children. A listener contacted the show, saying her sister plans to spend over €1,300 on an iPhone for….

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Drink Driving: Is It Time for Lifetime Bans? Episode 328

Old Mate | December 9, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall confronts a harrowing personal encounter with a drunk driver who wreaked havoc on the motorway, nearly causing multiple fatalities. The incident raises a critical question….

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It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like No Bonus! Episode 327

Old Mate | December 5, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall asks, Should employers be legally obliged to pay a Christmas bonus? With the festive season and cost of living pressures in full swing, the debate centers on whether bonuses….

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Christmas Heist: Naughty or Nice? Episode 326

Old Mate | December 4, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall addresses a listener’s heartbreaking dilemma: What would you do if your spouse stole money to fund your children’s Christmas gifts? With the cost of living crisis weighing….

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Betting on Forgiveness: Can a Gambler Be Trusted Again? Episode ...

Old Mate | December 3, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall explores the challenges of living with a gambling addict, asking, Can a gambler be trusted again? The conversation is inspired by an emotional email from a listener whose….

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Euthanasia: A Slippery Slope? Episode 324

Old Mate | December 2, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall examines the controversial topic of euthanasia, asking, Is it a slippery slope, or do people have the right to die? Following the UK Parliament’s recent vote to legalize….

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Is It Fair to Blame the Other Woman? Episode 323

Old Mate | November 28, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall examines the complexities of forgiveness and blame in relationships, asking, If your partner cheated, would you forgive them, or is betrayal always unforgivable? Inspired….

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Meet The Candidates Your Vote, Their Vision Episode 322

Old Mate | November 27, 2024 close
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In this episode, Meet The Candidates, with the general election just two days away, we invited a diverse group of candidates to share their visions and make their case for your vote. From….

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The Bigger They Are The Harder They Fall. Episode 321

Old Mate | November 26, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall gets the public reaction to Conor McGregor’s latest legal troubles. A High Court jury recently awarded €248,603 in damages to a woman who claimed she was assaulted by….

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Election 2024 , Real Change Or More Of The Same? Episode 320

Old Mate | November 25, 2024 close
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With the election set for Friday, here’s the big question: Do you believe there’s potential for real change, or are we looking at another five years of the status quo?

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Lonely or Lurking? Was She Right to Call The Police? Episode 319

Old Mate | November 18, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall tackles a divisive question: was a woman right to involve the Garda after noticing an elderly man sitting in a park and watching children? The debate stems from a….

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Cannabis Conundrum: Would You Turn in Your Own Kid? Episode 318

Old Mate | November 14, 2024 close
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In this powerful episode, Niall addresses a difficult question: Would You Report Your Own Child for Selling Drugs? The discussion arises from a recent story of a mother’s agonizing decision to….

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A Nation on File: Should DNA Collection Be Mandatory? Episode ...

Old Mate | November 13, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall addresses the divisive question of whether a compulsory national DNA database should be established. Drawing on recent reports and expert opinions, he presents both sides of….

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Love, Limits , and Protection: Navigating Teenage Romance and ...

Old Mate | November 12, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall addresses a sensitive and complex topic that raises questions about the boundaries of love, care, and vulnerability. A mother reached out, expressing concerns about her….

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From Hard Time to Smart Time: Should Prisoners Get a Hand Up? ...

Old Mate | November 11, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall examines a divisive issue: whether society is overly lenient with prisoners. The discussion stems from a report in The Journal about Minister Simon Harris’s plans to….

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Secrets Next Door: Should Communities Be Informed About ...

Old Mate | November 7, 2024 close
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In this episode, Niall addresses a challenging and controversial question: Should people have the right to know if a sex offender lives in their neighborhood? This topic comes from a listener’s….

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Tail of Justice: Should Animal Abusers Serve Time? Episode 313

Old Mate | November 6, 2024 close
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In this gripping episode, Niall tackles the controversial question: Should animal cruelty lead to prison sentences? Prompted by a recent court case, he explores the shocking story of a family….


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    From Tears to Cheers: Callers Revisit 2024 Episode 335
    Niall Boylan

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