In this episode, Luke and Eric are joined by activist and members of the National Executive of the Social Democrats, Seán Burke. The discussion ranges from the viability of the two-leader structure of the Social Democrats, whether the party will make electoral gains considering the surge of Sinn Féinn, the class Collins-De Valera debate and the strengths (or lack thereof) of a left wing government.
15 Aug 2022
#11 - Art O'Mahony
In this episode Eric and Luke have a conversation with current President of Young Fine Gael, Art O'Mahony, including discussions on Young Fine Gael and Fine Gael, political discourse and the 'culture wars', and the controversy surrounding Sabina Higgins' letter to the Irish Times regarding the invasion of Ukraine.
You can find Art on Twitter @art_omahony
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6 Aug 2022
#10 - Sabina’s Divisive Letter and the Irish-Specific Culture War
In this episode, Eric and Luke discuss the recent controversy surrounding Sabina Higgins’ controversial letter to the Irish Times calling for a negotiated ceasefire in the war between Ukraine and Russia. They also discuss the possibility of the importation of culture war style political discourse as seen most notably in the US.
Link to Eric’s essay: https://medium.com/@eric.ehigie/a-culture-war-of-our-own-6ded8d2da13c
29 Jul 2022
#9 - No Confidence Motions, Polls & Bye-Bye Boris
In this episode, Eric and Luke discuss the state of play in Irish politics, recent political polling, the cost of living crisis, as well as all things Tory leadership election and Boris Johnson’s resignation.
Keep an eye out for the next episode of the Political inCorrectors which will be dropping very soon, and be sure to share the podcast with friends, as well as rate and review it on your preferred streaming platform!
27 Feb 2022
#8 - NWCI Protest Rally, Women in Irish Politics, and the “Right Type” of Political Representation
And we’re back! In this episode, Luke and Eric are joined by Isabelle Flanagan of the Social Democrats and Jane Butler of Fianna Fáil to converse about the general subject of Women in Irish Politics. Issues such as the controversy surrounding the NWCI protest rally, whether or not there is such a thing as the “right type” of political representation of women, the similarities (or lack thereof) between government and opposition parties on women issues, and lots more, are covered. Isabelle also announces her intention to run in the 2024 local elections!
14 Sept 2021
#7 - The Future of Labour w/ Jack Nolan
Luke and Eric interview the Vice Chairperson, and Policy and Education officer of Labour Youth, Jack Nolan. They discuss his inspiration to get involved with activism, the future of the Labour Party, the prospect of a “left wing government” and much more.
26 Jun 2021
#6 - A Sinn Féin Government, By-Election Predictions, Vote At 16 and The DUP
In this episode Eric and Luke discuss the most recent Irish Times political opinion polls, the recent turbulent events in the DUP, and SUSI and the PUP. They also make predictions on the outcome of the upcoming by-election in Dublin Bay South, and debate the lowering of the voting age to sixteen.
Intro music: Political inCorrectors Theme by Shad Osa. (SoundCloud/Instagram @shadosaaa)
1 Apr 2021
#5 - Maria Walsh MEP
In this episode of the podcast, Eric and Luke interview Fine Gael MEP for the Midlands North-West constituency, Maria Walsh. In this wide ranging, discussion, Maria speaks about her experience of being crowned the Rose of Tralee, her decision to enter politics, her work in the EU Parliament, and much more! EYE On The Edge: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/ireland/en/youth-outreach/eye-on-the-edge
Intro music: Political inCorrectors Theme by Shad Osa. (SoundCloud/Instagram @shadosaaa)
14 Mar 2021
#4 - Leo the Liberal, Anti-Lockdown riots, #TooManyWomen and Irish Culture Wars
How right is it to characterise those present at the Dublin & Cork anti-lockdown riots in a political manner? Is Fine Gael really a conservative party? Are we seeing the importation of American-style culture wars into Irish politics? All of these questions and more are answered by Eric and Luke in this brand new episode of the podcast!
Intro music: Political inCorrectors Theme by Shad Osa. (SoundCloud/Instagram @shadosaaa)
4 Mar 2021
#3 - The Future of Irish Politics?
The Political inCorrectors are back! In this episode, Eric and Luke reflect on Irish politics since the 2020 General Election, and discuss what the future of our politics may look like. From the fall in support for the Green Party to the surge in support for the Social Democrats, this episode contains plenty of analysis on recent political events.
Intro music: Political inCorrectors Theme by Shad Osa. (SoundCloud/Instagram @shadosaaa)
2 Sept 2020
#2 - Cllr. Uruemu Adejinmi
In this, the second episode of The Political inCorrectors, Eric and Luke chat with Longford Fianna Fáil County Councillor Uruemu Adejinmi about her political journey so far, her views on Micheál Martin and the future of the Fianna Fáil party, race and gender in Irish politics, and what she'd like to achieve throughout her career in politics. We hope you enjoy!
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19 Jul 2020
#1 - The Grand, Green Coalition
We finally have a new government! In this episode we share what our opinions are of the newly formed government and address some of the main talking points surrounding the formation of the government. We also discuss some of the issues that we would like to see the new government address; from legalising & decriminalising cannabis all the way to reforming the second-level education system.
Intro music: Title - Take It To The Bridge (Main) Track - 1 Composer(s)/Artist(s) - Hutton, Timothy / Lister, Lucas / Reid, Freddie - CD Code: et010 - CD Title: Brass Grooves - Label: Editone Production Music - Publisher(s): Editone Production Music
2 Jun 2020
Political inCorrectors Podcast - TRAILER
Breaking down the barriers to discussing politics. In this trailer episode, your co-hosts Eric Ehigie and Luke Casserly explain just what this new political podcast is all about.
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