The Irish Times
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The best analysis of the Irish political scene featuring Irish Times journalists, political thinkers and the occasional politician. Hosted by Hugh Linehan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A compact Irish politics wrap that treats cost-of-living relief as time bought, not problems solved.
Inside Politics Wrap of the Week moves at a steady clip through the government's latest cost-of-living package and the strain still hanging over inflation, housing, energy prices, and affordability.
Sharp political debate with policy detail and real disagreement.
Matt Gurney and Jen Gerson debate Canadian politics, from Alberta separatism to Ottawa's bureaucracy.
Robert Evans, Katie Stoll, and Cody Johnston build fake conspiracies and mock right-wing media.
Steve Hayes and Dispatch panelists argue through the week's Iran, DOJ, and Supreme Court news.
Jonah Goldberg's solo political rants and author interviews on conservatism, courts, and current events.
John Donvan moderates two-sided debates on AI, bioethics, feminism, and film's future.
This episode analyzes Ireland's latest €250 million cost-of-living package, debating the government's fiscal discipline amid rising fuel costs and political pressures.
A weekly roundtable discussion analyzing the latest developments in Irish politics, including protests, cabinet meetings, and political intrigue.
A panel of journalists discusses the Irish government's confidence motion and recent political developments.
Analysis of the historic Hungarian election where the opposition Tisza party defeated Viktor Orbán's Fidesz party.
Hugh Linehan and Jack discuss the unexpected nationwide blockades and protests in Ireland, analyzing their origins and government response.
Hugh Linehan and Pat Leahy discuss the Labour Party's challenges during its time in government from 2011 to 2016, focusing on harsh spending cuts and tax hikes.
Hugh Linehan and Pat Leahy analyze the Irish Labour Party's time in power from 2011 to 2016, discussing its history and political context.
Hugh Linehan discusses the rise and fall of the Irish Labour Party with author Pat Leigh, analyzing the 2011 election victory and subsequent collapse.
Hugh Linehan interviews Oliver Sears about rising anti-Semitism in Ireland and the line between criticism of Israel and anti-Semitism.
Daily podcast covering the ongoing Irish general election, with analysis of remaining seats and political developments.
Hugh Linehan interviews Ben Smith about the US election and media coverage.
Alex Kane says Northern Ireland politics becomes most dangerous when everything goes “slightly eerily quiet.”
Haughey claimed private wealth never shaped public policy, but money gave donors valuable access.