Podcasts

In this thought-provoking episode, Niall sits down with barrister Dominic Wilkinson to unpack the current status of hate speech laws in Ireland and the growing pressure from the European Union to implement legislation that many see as controversial and deeply unpopular. Ireland has taken a step back from enacting full […]

In this thought-provoking episode, Niall sits down with outspoken journalist Ian O’Doherty to unpack the controversial crackdown on so-called “dodgy boxes” — devices that allow illegal streaming of sports, movies, and premium TV content.

In this episode, Niall sits down with Chris O’Reilly from the Liberty Soup Run, a grassroots group that has been serving Dublin’s homeless community for the past 7 years. With 30 volunteers and two vans operating five nights a week, Liberty Soup Run provides not only food but a vital lifeline to people living rough on the streets.

In this powerful and emotional episode of The Open Line with Niall, we ask the question: Are age gaps in relationships a real concern—or just social bias?

Niall reads a gripping email from a distressed mother whose 19-year-old son

In this explosive episode of The Open Line with Niall, we dive deep into the reaction to Niall’s viral tweet from the day before:

“I’ve reached the point where I’m done worrying about young people leaving this country. In fact, I’d urge them to get out while they still can because if they stay, they’ll end up homeless, broke, and stuck in a system that offers them nothing. No hope, no future, just empty promises from the same useless governments now and in the years ahead.”

In this emotionally charged episode, Niall dives into one of the most talked-about travel debates: Should plus-size passengers be required to book an extra seat on flights? Inspired by viral content from plus-size travel influencer Kirsty Leanne, who unapologetically refuses to pay for more space—even when it upsets fellow passengers—

In this fiery episode, Niall opens the phone lines to callers across the country to weigh in on the government’s decision not to raise the Jobseeker’s Allowance in Budget 2026. While pensioners look set for an increase, the unemployed have been left out – and people have a lot to say about it.

In this thought-provoking episode, Niall asks a powerful and controversial question: Should we still listen to the music of artists accused or convicted of serious crimes — especially against children? From R. Kelly to Gary Glitter, Michael Jackson to others, their work has left an undeniable mark on pop culture […]

In this heated and thought-provoking episode, Niall opens the phone lines to tackle one of the most controversial questions facing parents, educators, and lawmakers today: Should young children between the ages of 8 and 16 receive sex and relationship education in school?