The Tonight Show
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<p>A sharp look at the major stories shaping Ireland and the world.</p><br><p>Expect thoughtful analysis and robust discussion on the country’s only independent TV current affairs programme.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Recent Episodes
July 1, 2026
Thursday 1 July: EU Presidency, Online Safety & The Scrambler Problem
<p>Ireland begins its EU presidency amid growing pressure over defence, neutrality and online regulation. We examine whether Ireland can remain an impartial broker, ask if tech regulation is compromised by its ties to Big Tech, and discuss why illegal scramblers remain a danger despite Grace's Law.</p><br><p>Shane Coleman was joined by:</p><br><p>Timmy Dooley TD, Minister of State</p><p>Richard Boyd Barrett TD, People Before Profit - Solidarity</p><p>Aisling Maloney, Political Reporter, Irish Independent</p><p>Johnny Ryan, Director of Enforce, ICCL </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
June 30, 2026
Tuesday 30 June: Fuel Costs And Rural Housing Shake-Up
<p>Fuel cuts extended to September. Is the Government afraid of more protests? </p><br><p>Plus, are the one-off rural housing changes a solid foundation for future generations?</p><br><p><strong>Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by: </strong></p><br><p>Seamus McGrath TD, Spokesperson on Housing, Fianna Fail </p><p>Pearse Doherty TD, Spokesperson on Finance, Sinn Fein </p><p>Claire Scott, Political Correspondent, The Sunday Times Ireland </p><p>Kevin McPartlan, CEO Fuels for Ireland </p><p>John Gibbons, Environmental Journalist </p><p>Donncha Ó hÉallaithe, Chair of BÁNÚ </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
June 24, 2026
Tuesday 23 June: Neutrality Questions and a Secret Silicon Valley Retreat
<p>The Taoiseach defends the decision to scrap the triple lock amid criticism from Fianna Fáil backbenchers, who argue it represents a fundamental shift in Ireland’s traditional approach to neutrality. </p><br><p>The move comes as the Government prepares for a forthcoming EU presidency, where defence spending is expected to be a contentious issue.</p><br><p>Meanwhile, opposition parties are calling for a proposed meeting involving Palantir founder Peter Thiel in Wicklow to be blocked, following reports of a secretive retreat. The development raises questions about Ireland’s relationship with Silicon Valley and the broader politics of protest.</p><br><p><strong>Guest Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by:</strong></p><p>Thomas Byrne TD, Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence</p><p>Mairéad Farrell TD, Sinn Féin</p><p>Niamh Ní Bhriain, coordinator of the War and Pacification Programme at the Transnational Institute</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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<p>A sharp look at the major stories shaping Ireland and the world.</p><br><p>Expect thoughtful analysis and robust discussion on the country’s only independent TV current affairs programme.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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