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Pointless Protests: Is Anyone Listening? Episode 398

Old Mate | May 1, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall asks: Do protests still have the power to make a difference—or are they being ignored? The discussion follows last weekend’s enormous demonstration in Dublin, where tens….

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Three Bedrooms, One Pensioner: Fair or Selfish? Episode 397

Old Mate | April 30, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall asks: Should older people living alone in three-bedroom council houses be required to downsize to make way for younger families? As Ireland’s housing crisis deepens, the….

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Is Animal Testing a Necessary Evil? Episode 396

Old Mate | April 28, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall asks: Is animal testing a necessary evil? The Irish Anti-Vivisection Society (IAVS) has condemned the grim reality that over 106,000 animals — including cats and dogs….

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Bundle of Cash for a Bundle of Joy? Episode 395

Old Mate | April 24, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall asks: Should the Irish government pay people to have babies—and is motherhood properly valued in Irish society? The discussion was sparked by a U.S. proposal under the….

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#394 When His Mum Runs the Show: Monster Mother In-Law Episode ...

Old Mate | April 23, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking: Are some grandparents too involved—or are new parents just being ungrateful? The topic stems from a heartfelt email sent in by a first-time mum who says her….

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Sanctuary or Struggle: Religion’s Role in Mental Health ...

Old Mate | April 22, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking: Is religion helping or harming mental health? Can faith be a lifeline—or a source of guilt and repression? Religion has, for centuries, been a source of comfort….

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Only Male and Female – Is Ireland Ready to Decide? Episode 392

Old Mate | April 17, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking: Should Ireland officially recognise only two genders—male and female? The conversation is sparked by recent international developments: The U.S. has moved….

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Lights, Camera, Censorship? Should Filming Gardai Be Banned? ...

Old Mate | April 16, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall asks a timely and controversial question: Should it be illegal to film Gardaí while they’re on duty? The debate stems from growing calls within the Gardaí for restrictions….

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My Husband’s Secret Past: More Than Just Friends? Episode ...

Old Mate | April 15, 2025 close
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In this episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall is asking: Is a hidden same-sex relationship in the past a dealbreaker in marriage? The topic arises from an emotional email sent by a listener….

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Justice or Injustice? The State of Irish Prisons in 2025 Episode...

Old Mate | April 14, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking: Do prisoners deserve better living conditions? Live on The Niall Boylan Podcast, we take a hard look at the state of Irish prisons in 2025. The latest figures….

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Ireland Is a Kip — I’m Leaving! Episode 388

Old Mate | April 10, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking: Is Ireland a kip? We received a message from an angry listener who said he’s had enough—he’s packing up his family and leaving Ireland for good, calling the….

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Is Wanting Children a Reason to Leave? Episode 387

Old Mate | April 9, 2025 close
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In this episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall is asking: Is wanting children a reason to leave your partner? A listener emailed in to share his heartbreaking dilemma—he loves his wife of four….

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The Price of Welcome: Is the EU Migration Pact Worth It? Episode...

Old Mate | April 8, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking: Is the EU Migration Pact worth it, or are we sacrificing too much to uphold it? With mounting pressure across Europe and at home, Niall and guest Nick Delehanty….

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Should I Put My Child in Care? One Parent’s Cry for Help ...

Old Mate | April 7, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall tackles a heart-wrenching and emotionally charged question: Should a parent ever consider putting their child in care—especially when they feel completely overwhelmed?

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Perky Problem or Public Nuisance? Molly Malone Gets Supervised ...

Old Mate | April 3, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall asks: Is it really inappropriate to touch the statue of Molly Malone, or are Dublin City Council overreacting by hiring supervisors to stop tourists from doing it?

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#383 Should the Irish and British Flags Ever Fly Side by Side ...

Old Mate | April 1, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking: Should the Irish and British flags ever fly side by side? The question arises following a controversial proposal from the Ulster Unionist Party, which suggested….

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Should the Irish and British Flags Ever Fly Side by Side? ...

Old Mate | April 1, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking: Should the Irish and British flags ever fly side by side? The question arises following a controversial proposal from the Ulster Unionist Party, which suggested….

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Dare to Care: When Standing By Isn’t an Option Episode 382

Old Mate | March 27, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall asks the crucial question: Would you intervene if you saw someone being attacked? With violence on the rise and more people finding themselves as witnesses to troubling….

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Snitchin’ for Riches: Would You Rat for a Reward? Episode 381

Old Mate | March 26, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking: Would you report someone to the UK Revenue for not paying taxes if there was a financial reward? The UK government has announced a new plan to incentivize….

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When the War Is Over, Is It Time for the Ukrainians to Go Home? ...

Old Mate | March 25, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking: When the war in Ukraine is over, should Ukrainian refugees be required to return home, or should they be allowed to stay in Ireland? As predictions suggest the….

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The Notorious President: Is Ireland Ready for McGregor? Episode ...

Old Mate | March 24, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking: With all the controversy around Conor McGregor, would you vote for him to be president of Ireland? Conor McGregor has undoubtedly made his mark as a world-class….

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From Mourning to Moving On: How Soon Is Acceptable? Episode 378

Old Mate | March 20, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall explores a sensitive question: When is the right time to start a new relationship after the death of a partner? A listener reached out, sharing that she’s fallen in love….

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Banks vs. Families: Is Home Repossession Ever Justified? Episode...

Old Mate | March 19, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall is asking, is repossessing homes a necessary evil? The discussion comes from an emotional email sent in by a listener, Dolores, whose family is facing the devastating….

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Trade Over Textbooks Should Your Child Ditch School for a ...

Old Mate | March 18, 2025 close
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In this episode, Niall explores a dilemma many parents face: Would you allow your child to leave school to pursue a trade? Pauline, a listener, shares her struggle. Her 16-year-old son has little….


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    Pointless Protests: Is Anyone Listening? Episode 398
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