Podcast

Niall talks to John McGuirk about growing controversy over Government plans to potentially offer Ukrainian refugees a cash payment to voluntarily return home. Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan says no final decision has been made yet, but confirmed the Government is considering “mechanisms” to encourage Ukrainians who wish to return home, possibly with financial assistance. He said Ukrainian officials are anxious for their citizens to return and help rebuild the country, while also acknowledging that some people may choose to remain in Ireland long term.

On this episode of the podcast, Niall talks to callers about growing calls to ban alcohol in airports and on planes after Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary said drunken passengers are causing mayhem in the skies.

On this episode of the podcast, Niall is joined by economist and Sunday Times Ireland columnist Cormac Lucey to debate one of the most divisive housing proposals in years, a move by the Labour Party to ban “no fault” evictions for three years during the housing crisis.

On this episode, Niall discusses a fiery email from a Dublin woman who says the “dream home” she and her husband worked years to afford is slowly being ruined by inconsiderate neighbours.

On this episode, Niall speaks to journalist David Quinn about new figures from the Central Statistics Office showing that Ireland’s marriage rate has fallen to one of the lowest levels ever recorded, with just 3.8 marriages per 1,000 people in 2024, down from 4.8 a decade ago. The total number of marriages has also fallen by almost 8% since 2014. ()

In this episode, Niall opens the lines to callers on a story that’s raising serious questions about law, fairness, and public safety. A specialist firearms Garda attached to the Armed Support Unit has been hit with 17 separate speeding notices while responding to emergency call-outs. Covering a wide منطقه from Waterford to Kilkenny, the unit regularly deals with high-risk incidents including hostage situations and armed threats.

In this episode, Niall speaks with journalist Laura Perrins from Gript Media about a controversial new policy introduced by Poland’s president, Karol Nawrocki, in October 2025.

The law removes personal income tax for parents raising at least two children earning up to 140,000 zloty (around €33,000), a move designed to boost birth rates, increase household income, and stimulate economic growth. On average, families could be better off by about €235 a month, although experts say the biggest gains may go to higher earners, while lower-income families see little benefit.

On today’s episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall is joined by restaurateur and commentator Paul Treyvaud to discuss a major ruling that could have huge implications for social media and parental responsibility.

On today’s episode of The Niall Boylan Podcast, Niall is joined by Cork City South-West councillor Albert Deasy to discuss the growing debate around energy credits and whether the Government is getting it right… or completely missing the mark.