We talk about the questions and topics that everyone is thinking about but most are afraid to say out loud. We don't hold back. We are not told what we can and can't say. You won't agree with everything we say, but we guarantee you the truth, honesty and a very unique podcast. SIgn up to all our social media platforms so we can build a group of like minded people
The Irish Question
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We talk about the questions and topics that everyone is thinking about but most are afraid to say out loud. We don't hold back. We are not told what we can and can't say. You won't agree with everything we say, but we guarantee you the truth, honesty and a very unique podcast. SIgn up to all our social media platforms so we can build a group of like minded people
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June 30, 2026
Immigration in Europe
<p>In this episode, Irish MEP Michael McNamara shares candid views on Europe’s migration policies, Ireland’s political system, and the economic pressures facing the continent. He discusses the EU returns directive, return hubs, immigration challenges, energy policy, industrial competitiveness, and Ireland’s role within the EU.KEY TOPICS</p><ul><li>The EU returns directive and Ireland’s opt-in/opt-out position</li><li>Return hubs, deportation policy, and safeguards for minors</li><li>Ireland’s immigration system, accommodation pressures, and population growth</li><li>The role of migrant labour in Ireland’s economy</li><li>Europe’s demographic decline and labour shortages</li><li>Energy costs, regulation, and Europe’s industrial competitiveness</li><li>Criticism of Ireland’s political structures, civil service influence, and local governance</li><li>Ireland’s EU membership, sovereignty, neutrality, and the triple lock</li><li>Reflections on Irish political leadership and the future of Fianna Fáil</li></ul><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEcOvUZIY5o&t=75s">01:15</a> – EU returns directive and Ireland’s position<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEcOvUZIY5o&t=194s">03:14</a> – Return hubs and deportation policy<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEcOvUZIY5o&t=416s">06:56</a> – Children, minors, and moral concerns<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEcOvUZIY5o&t=801s">13:21</a> – Ireland’s immigration and accommodation crisis<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEcOvUZIY5o&t=908s">15:08</a> – Migrant labour, housing, and workforce pressures<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEcOvUZIY5o&t=1200s">20:00</a> – India trade deal and migration implications<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEcOvUZIY5o&t=1342s">22:22</a> – Healthcare, emigration, and border control<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEcOvUZIY5o&t=1525s">25:25</a> – Europe’s demographic decline<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEcOvUZIY5o&t=1641s">27:21</a> – Energy policy and industrial competitiveness<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEcOvUZIY5o&t=2175s">36:15</a> – Automotive industry challenges<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEcOvUZIY5o&t=2281s">38:01</a> – Independent voices in Irish politics<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEcOvUZIY5o&t=2402s">40:02</a> – Civil service influence and governance issues<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEcOvUZIY5o&t=2645s">44:05</a> – Electoral reform and accountability<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEcOvUZIY5o&t=2919s">48:39</a> – Political recruitment and public disengagement<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEcOvUZIY5o&t=3062s">51:02</a> – Ireland’s role in EU lawmaking<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEcOvUZIY5o&t=3257s">54:17</a> – European army debate, neutrality, and the triple lock<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEcOvUZIY5o&t=3519s">58:39</a> – Media, political infighting, and EU presidency61:36 – Irish leadership and Fianna Fáil’s future</p>
June 24, 2026
Who Controls Irish Media
<p>This week on The Irish Question, Paul Treyvaud, Elaine Mullally, Nick Delehanty, and special guest Stephen “Cowboy” Kelly dig into another packed week of politics, media, social change, and life in modern Ireland.From the campaign to abolish the USC, to Nick’s visit to Leinster House, the growing power of social media voices, government funding of mainstream media, immigration concerns, NGOs, energy costs, phones for kids, and the future of Irish sport — nothing is off the table.Stephen Kelly joins the panel for a wide-ranging and honest conversation on lockdown, speaking out, comedy, family, Ireland’s future, and why more people are finding their voice online.👇 Let us know your thoughts in the comments.Do you agree, disagree, or think we missed something?</p>
June 9, 2026
Belfast Be-heading... Beyond Belief
<p>Nick, Paul, and Elaine examine the aftermath of the recent horror attack in Belfast and discuss its potential implications for security, community relations, and political cooperation across both the United Kingdom and Ireland. They explore how leaders on both sides of the Irish Sea may respond and what the incident could mean for public confidence and future policy.The conversation also turns to the controversy surrounding comments and claims made in debates about children's books and education involving Norma Foley. The panel reviews the competing accounts, the political fallout, and the broader questions about transparency, curriculum oversight, and public trust.Finally, they analyze the EU Migration Pact, looking at its objectives, the concerns raised by supporters and critics, and the possible consequences for Ireland, the UK, and the wider European Union. Throughout the discussion, the speakers consider how security, education, and migration have become increasingly interconnected issues in contemporary politics.</p>
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