Votes have been counted and attention is now turning to who will form the next government. Labour leader Ivana Bacik and Kerry Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae believe they should be strongly considered for inclusion in a new coalition. For a time, it looked like Gerry Hutch might just become a TD. However, the man known as ‘The Monk’ ultimately fell short in Dublin Central. Hutch has spoken about his unsuccessful Dáil bid, while we also hear from the woman who ended his election dream. Host: Kevin Doyle Guests: Fionnán Sheahan, Philip Ryan, Ivana Bacik, Michael Healy-Rae, Gerry Hutch and Marie Sherlock

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It’s neck and neck in Dublin Central, where Gerard ‘The Monk’ Hutch and Labour’s Marie Sherlock go for the final seat. Outside of the countries box office constituency, what will happen if Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael get 85 seats? Do the big two need a final partner in this coalition. And where do Sinn Féin go from here after a lackluster performance compared to their 2020 performance. Host: Tabitha Monahan, Guests; Ellen Coyne and Fionnán Sheahan

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Since Enda Kenny first assumed office in 2011, Fine Gael have gone through 2 elections, weathered a global pandemic, fought with the Tories over Brexit, cosied up with their bitter rivals in a coalition, and gone through quite a few scandals of their own in intervening years. As the public heads to polls this Friday to elect the 34th Dail, what can the past 13 years tell us about what the future might look like, if Simon Harris is elected Taoiseach in the coming weeks? Host; Ellen Coyne, Guests; Phillip Ryan and John Downing

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After the murder of Adrian Donohoe, the main suspect Aaron Brady boarded a one-way flight to America. He had no intention of ever returning to Ireland. His departure instigated an international police investigation that would span multiple years, resulting in a murder trial plagued with dirty tricks and witness intimidation.?This episode was originally published in April 2024. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guests: Robin Schiller & Pat Marry

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A series of scandals have left British Prime Minister Boris Johnson in quite the bind. The latest scandal around a Downing Street Christmas party has resulted in investigations, resignations, and recriminations. Is this the final straw for BoJo? Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Writer and Broadcaster Gavin Esler and Irish Independent political correspondent John Downing.

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The National Immunisation Advisory Committee has recommended that Covid-19 vaccinations be offered to children aged five to 11 years. The Indo Daily speaks with the experts to find out what every parent needs to know. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guests: Philip Ryan, Political Editor at the Irish Independent, Christine Loscher, Professor of Immunology at DCU, and Dr Tadhg Crowley, Associate Professor in General Practice.

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Almost two decades after Sex and the City series ended, a TV sequel ‘And Just Like That’ is finally here. But what impact did the iconic show have on us? We couldn’t help but wonder....Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guests: Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor, and Tanya Sweeney, Irish Independent columnist.

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There was the Bertie Bowl, Las Vegas Tipperary-style, cable cars along the Liffey and even Chinatown in Athlone. We are never short of big ideas in this country....as Dublin pulls the plug on its white-water rafting plan, we look back at other crazy ideas that never took off. Host: Kevin Doyle Guest: Irish Independent and Sunday Independent Political Correspondent Hugh O'Connell

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It’s not just the weather that is stormy this week, but NPHET and government relations after it was decided as a matter of protocol that the former must seek permission before doing media interviews. So, has NPHET been silenced? The Indo Daily finds out. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guests: The Irish Independent’s Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor, and Philip Ryan, Political Editor.

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Alec Baldwin has admitted his acting career “could be” over after the fatal shooting of Halyna Hutchins on the set of Rust. The 63-year-old actor denies pulling the trigger on the gun that killed Hutchins and wounded the movie’s director Joel Souza in October. But who is Alec Baldwin, and what do we know about his career, colourful personal life, and that fatal shooting? The Indo Daily finds out. Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guests: Sarah Caden, Sunday Independent Columnist, and Paul Whitington, Irish Independent Film Critic.

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The common cold and winter flu are back, and meaner than ever. To find out what’s going on and avoid catching any bugs, the Indo Daily calls on the experts. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guests: Kathy Maher, a pharmacist, and Anthony Staines, Head of Health Systems at Dublin City University.

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Two-thirds of referees quit within two years due to abuse they receive. The Indo Daily finds out why. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guests: Aidan Fitzmaurice, Sports Journalist in the Irish Independent, Dr Olivia Hurley, Assistant Professor of Sport Psychology at IADT and Accredited Sport Psychologist with Sport Ireland, and Harry McCann, student journalist.

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The Web Summit is one of Ireland’s most successful tech exports – but one of its co-founders Paddy Cosgrave is increasingly finding himself at the centre of controversy. There have been nasty social media spats, political rows and pandemic apologies. And now a court battle. Today on the Indo Daily we profile the self-confessed ‘crony, insider’ Paddy Cosgrave. Host: Kevin Doyle Guests: Journalist Siobhán Maguire and Legal Affairs Editor Shane Phelan

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The criminal sex abuse trial of Ghislaine Maxwell is underway in New York where the 59-year-old British socialite is accused of recruiting and grooming underage girls for disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein. Maxwell vehemently denies all charges. But who is she and what might unfold in the coming weeks? Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Sarah Caden, Sunday Independent Columnist.

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What goes in to catching a garda killer? In January 2013, Detectives Joe Ryan and Adrian Donohoe from Dundalk garda station were tasked with escorting credit union takings across Cooley Peninsula. The men were ambushed and Det Gda Donohoe was shot dead. What followed was the largest murder investigation in the history of the Irish state.?This episode was originally published in April 2024. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guests: Robin Schiller & Pat Marry

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The new Omicron variant has sent us into a frenzy, but do we need to panic? Today on the Indo Daily we’ll tell you everything you need to know about the strain and advice on how to ensure you’re not overwhelmed by Covid anxiety. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guests: Aoife McLysaght, Professor in Genetics in TCD and member of the Independent Scientific Advocacy Group, and Vincent McDarby, Psychologist and President elect of the Psychological Society of Ireland.

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Description: Primary schools are the focus once more in the ongoing battle with Covid. From today, antigen tests can be used in primary schools, and recommendations for masks and vaccines are on the way. So, what do you need to know about these newly revised guidelines? Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guests: Christine Loscher, Professor of Immunology, Sheena McGinley, Irish Independent Columnist, and Rob White, Principal of Kilmead National School in Athy, Co Kildare.

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Matching pyjamas at the ready! As The Late Late Toy Show airs tonight, the Indo Daily looks back on how it came about and why it’s a national treasure. Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guests: Irish Independent writers, Kirsty Blake Knox and Chris Wasser.

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For some, Black Friday is a great opportunity to bag a bargain – but for others it’s just another example of consumerism gone mad. This year some independent retailers in Ireland plan to push back at what they see as a big squeeze from the online giants. Host Kevin Doyle talks to Technology Editor Adrian Weckler and Consumer Journalist Siobhán Maguire about the retailers who are misleading shoppers with 'bargains'.

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Precious Rukundo has been living in Direct Provision accommodation since 2016. But The Indo Daily finds out how this budding baker hasn’t let this dampen her dreams, with her own online shop on Instagram @precious._bakes and Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guests: Sedurida Rukundo, Precious Rukundo, and Dr Niall Muldoon, Ireland’s Ombudsman for Children and organisers of the Child Talks initiative.

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Elaine O'Hara was murdered in August 2012 by Graham Dwyer. Irish Independent Special Correspondent Paul Williams tells the story of the victim at the heart of one of Ireland’s most notorious murders. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Elaine O'Hara was murdered in August 2012 by Graham Dwyer. The case is back in the news because Dwyer’s appeal of his conviction has gone all the way to the European courts. Irish Independent Special Correspondent Paul Williams tells the story of the victim at the heart of one of Ireland’s most notorious murders.

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It’s Monday, so that means another week of classroom chaos for parents ahead of next week’s new rules on antigen testing in schools. The Indo Daily has all you need to know about the ‘test-to-stay’ approach. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guests: Katherine Donnelly, Irish Independent Education Editor, and Liz Kearney, Irish Independent Feature Editor.

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Today’s Indo Daily looks at Britney Spears who has been released from a 13-year conservatorship set up by her father. The termination of the legal agreement means she is now back in control of her finances, career and personal life. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guests: Melanie Finn, Irish Independent Entertainment Correspondent, and Andrea Smith, feature writer for the Irish Independent.

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This week killer Patrick Quirke has lost an appeal against his conviction for the murder of love rival Bobby Ryan. Quirke murdered Mr Ryan, a part-time DJ known as ‘Mr Moonlight’, so he could rekindle an affair with Mr Ryan’s girlfriend Mary Lowry. Host: Kevin Doyle Guest: Catherine Fegan: Irish Independent Special Correspondent and author of “The Murder of Mr Moonlight”

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The Indo Daily brings you the latest on today’s new Covid restrictions and what they mean for you. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guests: Philip Ryan, Political Editor at the Irish Independent; Christine Loscher, Professor of Immunology at Dublin City University, and Deirdre Robertson from the Behavioural Research Unit at the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI).

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Sydney-based police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon handed himself in to the authorities two days after the bloodied belongings of Australian TV star Jesse Baird and his boyfriend Luke Davies were found dumped in a skip. Days later, the officer would lead police to the couple’s bodies, concealed in surfboard bags. As Australia is trying to come to terms with these horrific murders, many ask if the police force missed red flags when they hired Lamarre-Condon? This episode was originally published in March 2024 Host: Denise Calnan Guest: Darragh Nolan?

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Sean Quinn was once Ireland’s richest man. Now members of the former billionaire’s family are using a privacy law to erase from Google much of their past, including lavish spending and court battles over the collapse of the Quinn empire. Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guests: Shane Phelan, Legal Affairs Editor of the Irish Independent and Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor of the Irish and Sunday Independent

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There is growing speculation that the UK is planning to use Article 16 of the Northern Ireland Protocol in the coming weeks. The Taoiseach Micheál Martin says such a move would be "reckless and irresponsible". But what is Article 16? does anyone really know? In this podcast host Kevin Doyle quickly explains all you need to know about this complex mess... Host: Kevin Doyle Guests: John Downing: Irish Independent and Sam McBride: Northern Ireland Editor, Belfast Telegraph and Sunday Independent

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It’s the final day of COP26, the global conference desperately seeking a solution for climate change. But it’s also a timely reminder of the role Ireland can play is making a difference which is why The Indo Daily todays puts a spotlight on plastic pollution, and why it’s never been more important to recycle properly. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guests: Caroline O’Doherty, Irish Independent Environment Correspondent, and Mindy O’Brien, Chief Executive of VOICE (Voice of Irish Concern for the Environment).

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Ireland meet Portugal in a blockbuster sell-out at the Aviva Stadium tonight, but there’s one footballer we’ll be watching closely – Cristiano Ronaldo. Today’s Indo Daily looks at the international superstar and looks at the man on- and off the pitch. Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guests: Aidan O’Hara, Deputy Group Head of Sport at the Irish Independent and Melanie Finn, Irish Independent Entertainment Correspondent.

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When four-year-old Australian girl, Cleo Smith, disappeared at a campsite in Western Australia, a massive police rescue operation got underway to find the young child. In today’s Indo Daily, we look at how the story of Cleo Smith and how her abduction became global news. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Narelle Towie, an Australian journalist based in Perth and journalism lecturer at Murdoch University.

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Fermanagh businessman Kevin Lunney was abducted, tortured and dumped at the side of the road in 2019. Host Fionnán Sheahan talks to Irish Independent news journalist Robin Schiller and Andrew Phelan about the brutal attack and the turbulent and complicated Quinn company history.

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As Spencer, the latest movie about Princess Diana, is released, the Indo Daily asks why the British monarchy keep us talking. Love or loathe them, they have become a permanent fixture of fascination. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guests: Irish Independent columnists, Ian O’Doherty and Sinéad Ryan.

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This Sunday, November 7th, 2021, is the deadline for filing the property tax. But what is exactly is being asked of homeowners and how do you file? Today’s Indo Daily is joined by Irish Independent’s Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor, and Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor, to explain what you need to do.

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Micheal Martin, Leo Varadkar, Mary Lou McDonald, Eamon Ryan, Stephen Donnelly and Tony Holohan are just some of the public figures who have seen protests outside their homes in recent months Host Kevin Doyle asks if protesters gathering outside politicians' homes has crossed a line? Host: Kevin Doyle. Guests: Irish Independent Political Correspondent John Downing, Fianna Fáil Senator Malcolm Byrne and Doireann Ansbro from the Irish Council of Civil Liberties

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Workers in Ireland’s rail network are not happy about increasing incidents of anti-social behaviour in 2021. Today’s Indo Daily finds out what is happening and asks how we make public transport safer for everyone and avoid strike disruption to services this Christmas. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guests: Allison Bray, Senior News Reporter at the Irish Independent, Dermot O’Leary, General Secretary of the National Bus and Rail Union (NBRU), and Barry Kenny, Corporate Communications Manager at Irish Rail.

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Martin ‘Marlo’ Hyland's short-lived reign of terror showed just how unstable life can be at the top of the Irish underworld. Once again, the betrayal of a former friend created a new opportunity for those seeking power. Eamon ‘The Don’ Dunne was a different calibre of gang boss to Marlo Hyland and PJ Judge. He was possibly more vicious and deranged than anyone who had come before him.?This episode was originally published in March 2024. Host: Ellen Coyne Guest: Paul Williams

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Last week notorious criminal John Traynor died. The drug trafficker was a key player in organized crime for over forty years and along with John Gilligan, Traynor was involved in the murder of Veronica Guerin. Paul Williams tells the story of the two criminals who shaped modern gangland. Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guest: Paul Williams, Irish Independent special correspondent and author of Gilligan: The Mob Boss Who Changed the Face of Organized Crime.

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The third season of the hit HBO drama, Succession, is back on our TVs and back on the discussion table. But why have we fallen back in love with TV and what do our viewing habits say about us? Find out on today’s Indo Daily. Host Siobhán Maguire. Guests: Chris Wasser, Irish Independent columnist, Jennifer Gannon, journalist, and Leisha McGrath, psychologist.

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As COP26 gets underway in Glasgow, the Indo Daily asks what we can expect from the 12-day UN conference billed as the “last best chance” to prevent runaway climate change. Host Denise Calnan is joined by Minister for Environment and Climate, Eamon Ryan, who talks COP26, Greta Thunberg, and his own carbon footprint, while the Irish Independent’s Caroline O’Doherty tells us why the event is a make-or-break on climate action. What can we expect from COP26? As the 12-day UN conference gets underway this weekend and world leaders gather in Glasgow, the Indo Daily looks at what it all means in our climate action struggle. Joining host Denise Calnan is Minister for Environment and Climate, Eamon Ryan, who talks about his everyday efforts to manage his carbon footprint and why Greta Thunberg is right to call out world leaders on climate change efforts. Caroline O’Doherty, the Irish Independent’s Environment Correspondent is on hand to tell us exactly what we can expect, what issues are on the agenda, and who will be there.

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Facebook is set to announce a company name change this week. There have been many controversies for the ‘big blue app’ in recent years - hate speech, Russian-interference in the 2016 US presidential election, posts inciting genocide in Myanmar and human trafficking in the Middle East. But do consumers actually care about these scandals? Host: Kevin Doyle Guests: Irish and Sunday Independent Technology Editor Adrian Weckler and Co-founder of Caliber AI Neil Brady Facebook is set to announce a company name change this week. There have been many controversies for the ‘big blue app’ in recent years - hate speech, Russian-interference in the 2016 US presidential election, posts inciting genocide in Myanmar and human trafficking in the Middle East. But do consumers actually care about these scandals? Host: Kevin Doyle Guests: Irish and Sunday Independent Technology Editor Adrian Weckler and Co-founder of Caliber AI Neil Brady

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The global supply chain is in crisis with a shortage of Christmas favourites from toys to decorations. Today’s Indo Daily looks at how this has happened and why you should heed the warnings and start your Xmas shopping now. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guests: Wayne O’Connor, news reporter with The Sunday Independent, Damien O’Reilly, Lecturer in Retail Management at TU Dublin, and Duncan Graham, Managing Director at Retail Excellence.

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The world is facing into a new ethical dilemma as third vaccines are rolled out by wealthier countries, including Ireland, while the world’s poorest are still waiting on any vaccine at all. The Indo Daily investigates. Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guests: Kingston Mills, Professor of Experimental Immunology, Trinity, Daniel Rosehill, who speaks with us from Israel, and Caoimhe de Barra, CEO of Trocáire.

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In October 2011, the story of Priory Hall, a new Dublin apartment block, hit the headlines with the evacuation of residents over fire safety concerns. Blanketed in tragedy, after one of its residents, Fiachra Daly, took his own life, Priory Hill became an emblem of boom-and-bust Celtic Tiger Ireland. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guests: Conor Feehan, Irish Independent News Correspondent and Stephanie Meehan, a former resident of Priory Hall.

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It’s World Menopause Awareness month, but 2021 hasn’t had to rely on an annual October reminder that menopause should be a vital part of our dialogue on women’s health with well-known faces like Michelle Obama and Davina McCall sharing their own experiences. In today’s Indo Daily, we ask how we can keep the conversation going. Host: Denise Calnan. Guests: Irish Independent feature writer Andrea Smith, singer Mary Byrne, and Dr Caoimhe Hartley, GP and founder of the Menopause Health clinic in Dublin.

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As a new TV show Impeachment depicts the fallout from Monica Lewinsky’s infamous relationship with then US President Bill Clinton, the former White House intern has emerged as a self-possessed, self-aware heroine for the post #MeToo generation Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guests: Irish Independent Writer Katie Byrne and NUI Galway law lecturer, and author of The Bostonian Larry Donnelly,

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Come the weekend, we can go to nightclubs again and have more guests at weddings, but what about your working situation? Is it back to the office or carrying on at the kitchen table? In this episode, the Indo Daily looks at what the government is planning where working from home or back to the office is concerned. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guests: Gabija Gataveckaite, Political Reporter at the Irish Independent, Neil McDonnell, CEO of ISME, and Adrian Cummins, Chief Executive of the Restaurants Association.

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With PJ Judge taken out, Martin ‘Marlo’ Hyland quickly established himself as the new face of gangland in Ireland. He planned on doing things differently, with a more considered approach to drug trafficking. He drew in other criminals to work as a team. This was a tactic straight out of the Sicilian Mafia's playbook. The cash was rolling in, but the murder of a young Dublin mother would bring too much heat on Hyland.?This episode was originally broadcast in March 2024. Host: Kevin Doyle Guest: Paul Williams

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The Kinahan gang is one of the biggest drug cartels in the world. But how did Daniel Kinahan make his way from the streets of Dublin to become a narco. Fionnán Sheahan is joined by Nicola Tallant, host of Crime World and author of Clash of the Clans, to talk about the rise of the Irish mafia.

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Amid rising concern about the surge in Covid-19 infections in Ireland, this Friday’s much anticipated relaxation on restrictions including numbers at weddings or social distancing in bars and restaurants is looking less likely by the day. So, what is going on with Covid here and will a delayed or partial relaxation make that much of a difference to us? The Indo Daily finds out. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guests: Professor Kingston Mills, Professor of Experimental Immunology, Trinity, and Dr Catherine Motherway, an intensive care consultant at University Hospital Limerick.

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