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5244: LISTEN¦ Should we ban cats from going outdoors, to protect wildlife? Frank spoke to Talk TV presenter and cat aficionado Peter Cardwell about the SNP cat curfew proposal
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Should we ban cats from going outdoors, to protect wildlife? Frank spoke to Talk TV presenter and cat aficionado Peter Cardwell about the SNP cat curfew proposal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5243: LISTEN¦ Numbers and maths are everywhere and yet many of are fearful of sums - Frank spoke to Dr Sumeeta Gupta and Barry Dillon from Ulster University about Maths Fest which aims to demystify maths ...
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Numbers and maths are everywhere and yet many of are fearful of sums - Frank spoke to Dr Sumeeta Gupta and Barry Dillon from Ulster University about Maths Fest which aims to demystify maths for children and parents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5242: LISTEN¦Would you struggle to return to the office after working from home? Companies are encouraging and in some cases mandating employees go back to the workplace. Frank spoke to top economist Richard ...
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Would you struggle to return to the office after working from home? Companies are encouraging and in some cases mandating employees go back to the workplace. Frank spoke to top economist Richard Ramsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5241: LISTEN¦ Will Ireland make history and win three in a row? Frank spoke to Ireland and Leinster legend Rob Kearney, as the Six Nations kicks off
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Will Ireland make history and win three in a row? Frank spoke to Ireland and Leinster legend Rob Kearney, as the Six Nations kicks off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5240: LISTEN¦ Should households left without power for a whole week be given compensation? If so, who should pay it? Frank spoke to Alliance MLA Eoin Tennyson and Cllr Gareth Wilson
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Should households left without power for a whole week be given compensation? If so, who should pay it? Frank spoke to Alliance MLA Eoin Tennyson and Cllr Gareth Wilson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5239: LISTEN¦ With around 25,000 NI home still without power, the DUP's Deborah Erskine, who chairs Stormont's Infrastructure Committee, talks to Frank about the efforts she and other MLAs are making to ...
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With around 25,000 NI home still without power, the DUP's Deborah Erskine, who chairs Stormont's Infrastructure Committee, talks to Frank about the efforts she and other MLAs are making to support people in the aftermath of Storm Eowyn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5238: LISTEN¦ A former Lord Mayor has expressed concern that 'ignorant and damaging' billboards risk demonising the people of west Belfast. Does he have a point? Frank spoke to Máirtín Ó Muilleoir
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A former Lord Mayor has expressed concern that 'ignorant and damaging' billboards risk demonising the people of west Belfast. Does he have a point? Frank spoke to Máirtín Ó Muilleoir Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5237: LISTEN¦ Have you completed your tax forms? If not, don't delay - it could be costly. Frank spoke to Jennifer Elliot from Advice NI, to get some tips
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Have you completed your tax forms? If not, don't delay - it could be costly. Frank spoke to Jennifer Elliot from Advice NI, to get some tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5236: LISTEN¦ Could a simple change to the Highway Code make the roads safer for Northern Ireland's cyclists? Frank spoke to Sophie Gordon, from Cycling UK, about the idea of a 'hierarchy of road users ...
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Could a simple change to the Highway Code make the roads safer for Northern Ireland's cyclists? Frank spoke to Sophie Gordon, from Cycling UK, about the idea of a 'hierarchy of road users' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5235: LISTEN¦ Amazon is to trial drone delivery in the UK. Will you be signing up? Some have concerns around safety and privacy. Frank spoke to blogger Helen McClements and drone operator Dean
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Amazon is to trial drone delivery in the UK. Will you be signing up? Some have concerns around safety and privacy. Frank spoke to blogger Helen McClements and drone operator Dean Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5234: LISTEN¦ Is it time we treated gambling addiction as a public health issue? As many as 2% of people in NI may have a gambling problem. Frank spoke to MLA Philip McGuigan who chairs the All Party Group ...
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Is it time we treated gambling addiction as a public health issue? As many as 2% of people in NI may have a gambling problem. Frank spoke to MLA Philip McGuigan who chairs the All Party Group on Gambling Harm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5233: LISTEN¦ Should eating and driving be banned? Road safety campaigners have hit out at social media star Molly-Mae Hague after she was filmed driving and eating chicken nuggets
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Should eating and driving be banned? Road safety campaigners have hit out at social media star Molly-Mae Hague after she was filmed driving and eating chicken nuggets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5232: LISTEN¦ Do we need more or bigger airports? A new report suggests it could be a boost to the economy, helping tourism and business connectivity, but what about the environment? John spoke to travel ...
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Do we need more or bigger airports? A new report suggests it could be a boost to the economy, helping tourism and business connectivity, but what about the environment? John spoke to travel expert Frank Brehany Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5231: LISTEN¦ Astrology - do you believe in it? There was a time when astrologers, like Russell Grant and Mystic Meg were household names. It's now making a comeback, as one of the most popular TikTok ...
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Astrology - do you believe in it? There was a time when astrologers, like Russell Grant and Mystic Meg were household names. It's now making a comeback, as one of the most popular TikTok trends. What do you think? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5230: LISTEN¦ The Met Office has issued its first ever red weather warning covering the whole island of Ireland. What precautions can you take to stay safe? John spoke to health and safety expert Kelly ...
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The Met Office has issued its first ever red weather warning covering the whole island of Ireland. What precautions can you take to stay safe? John spoke to health and safety expert Kelly Mulgrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5229: LISTEN¦ Are school teeth-brushing lessons the answer to tackling tooth decay? Or should it be up to parents to teach kids good habits? Perhaps a mix of the two? John spoke to dentist Ciara Gallagher ...
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Are school teeth-brushing lessons the answer to tackling tooth decay? Or should it be up to parents to teach kids good habits? Perhaps a mix of the two? John spoke to dentist Ciara Gallagher, from the British Dental Association Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5228: LISTEN¦ Is this the worst Man Utd team ever? With his team in 13th in the table, manager Ruben Amorim has said they are 'being the worst team in history' - do you agree?
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Is this the worst Man Utd team ever? With his team in 13th in the table, manager Ruben Amorim has said they are 'being the worst team in history' - do you agree? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5227: LISTEN¦ What will a second Donald Trump term look like? How will the 47th President shape the world, as well as his own country? Will the MAGA agenda succeed? Peter spoke to Dr Stefan Andreasson ...
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What will a second Donald Trump term look like? How will the 47th President shape the world, as well as his own country? Will the MAGA agenda succeed? Peter spoke to Dr Stefan Andreasson, from QUB Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5226: LISTEN¦ 'Manifesting' was one of the most searched for words of 2024 - but does it work? Have you tried it? Can you will yourself towards success? Peter spoke to wellness expert Deirdre Maguire
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'Manifesting' was one of the most searched for words of 2024 - but does it work? Have you tried it? Can you will yourself towards success? Peter spoke to wellness expert Deirdre Maguire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5225: LISTEN¦ Why are people turning their backs on smart watches, as the trend towards mechanical time pieces grows? How many watches does anyone need? Peter spoke to horology enthusiast John Mulgrew
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Why are people turning their backs on smart watches, as the trend towards mechanical time pieces grows? How many watches does anyone need? Peter spoke to horology enthusiast John Mulgrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5224: LISTEN¦ Are we a workshy nation? Brewdog founder James Watt has suggested our work ethic 'just doesn't stack up against other nations'
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Are we a workshy nation? Brewdog founder James Watt has suggested our work ethic 'just doesn't stack up against other nations' - should we be working harder? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5223: LISTEN¦ Suits - stylish or stuffy? Sales have risen in the past year, as more men appear to be turning away from 'dressing down'. We spoke to top tailor Chris Suitor
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Suits - stylish or stuffy? Sales have risen in the past year, as more men appear to be turning away from 'dressing down'. We spoke to top tailor Chris Suitor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5222: LISTEN¦ A quarter of young adults in NI still live with their parents. More than anywhere else in the UK, according to Institute for Fiscal Studies. What does that say about our culture and economy ...
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A quarter of young adults in NI still live with their parents? More than anywhere else in the UK, according to Institute for Fiscal Studies. What does that say about our culture and economy? Frank spoke to Lata Sharma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5221: LISTEN¦ Should school teach DIY? A new survey found a quarter of young people couldn't change a lightbulb, while one in five didn't know what a spanner was.
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Should school teach DIY? A new survey found a quarter of young people couldn't change a lightbulb, while one in five didn't know what a spanner was. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5220: LISTEN¦ Should the taxpayer fund the BBC? The Culture Secretary is considering scrapping the licence fee and using general taxation to pay for the service instead
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Should the taxpayer fund the BBC? The Culture Secretary is considering scrapping the licence fee and using general taxation to pay for the service instead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5219: LISTEN¦ Should we be teaching chess at school? World Champion Judit Polgar is among those suggesting it could enhance problem solving and improve behaviour
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Should we be teaching chess at school? World Champion Judit Polgar is among those suggesting it could enhance problem solving and improve behaviour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5218: LISTEN¦ Wrestling has exploded onto Netflix, as part of a billion dollar investment - will you be watching? Frank spoke to WWE Womens US Champion Chelsea Green & wrestling superfan, Kris Jack
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Wrestling has exploded onto Netflix, as part of a billion dollar investment - will you be watching? Frank spoke to WWE Womens US Champion Chelsea Green & wrestling superfan, Kris Jack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5217: LISTEN¦ Rejection - is it something that terrifies you or is it something you should embrace? Trainer and content creator Eoin Maginn believes facing the fear of can build your confidence - he's ...
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Rejection - is it something that terrifies you or is it something you should embrace? Trainer and content creator Eoin Maginn believes facing the fear of can build your confidence - he's been seeking out rejection in a very public way Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5216: LISTEN¦ 'It takes a village, but these days there isn't a village, we all live in flats, so we're building one' Brónagh Diamond, co founder of Kitsch Sisters, talks about forging community through ...
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'It takes a village, but these days there isn't a village, we all live in flats, so we're building one' Brónagh Diamond, co founder of Kitsch Sisters, talks about forging community through craft Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5215: LISTEN¦ Nutritionist Sal Hanvey called in to share Christmas recipe ideas, including a delicious gluten-free, sugar free brie and cranberry filo pastry wreath
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Nutritionist Sal Hanvey called in to share Christmas recipe ideas, including a delicious gluten-free, sugar free brie and cranberry filo pastry wreath Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5214: LISTEN¦ Nathan Carter popped in to talk to Frank about his Christmas Special, recording a charity single with Una Healy, starting his own clothing range and writing his new album with Robbie William ...
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Nathan Carter popped in to talk to Frank about his Christmas Special, recording a charity single with Una Healy, starting his own clothing range and writing his new album with Robbie William's long-time writing partner Guy Chambers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5213: LISTEN¦ Looking for some last-minute tips for the perfect Christmas Dinner? Frank spoke to top chef Niall McKenna from James St South/Waterman House
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Looking for some last-minute tips for the perfect Christmas Dinner? Frank spoke to top chef Niall McKenna from James St South/Waterman House Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5212: LISTEN¦ 'We were so young - at that stage we had no idea how long these songs would last - we were just writing for the next LP' - The Undertones bassist Mickey Bradley spoke to Frank ahead of a ...
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'We were so young - at that stage we had no idea how long these songs would last - we were just writing for the next LP' - The Undertones bassist Mickey Bradley spoke to Frank ahead of a special Christmas gig on Saturday, at the Ulster Hall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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5211: LISTEN¦ Relief for workers at Harland and Wolff as a deal with Spanish state-owned shipbuilders Navantia will secure over 1,000 jobs. Frank got the latest from Irish News business reporter Ryan McAleer ...
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Relief for workers at Harland and Wolff as a deal with Spanish state-owned shipbuilders Navantia will secure over 1,000 jobs. Frank got the latest from Irish News business reporter Ryan McAleer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5210: LISTEN¦ Has the Labour government betrayed millions of women over pensions? Frank spoke to SDLP leader Claire Hanna, who said that after years of campaigning the move will come as a big blow
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Has the Labour government betrayed millions of women over pensions? Frank spoke to SDLP leader Claire Hanna, who said that after years of campaigning the move will come as a big blow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5209: LISTEN¦ Should foreign billionaires be free to financially back UK parties? Fresh from helping Donald Trump back into the Whitehouse, Elon Musk is considering a major donation to Reform UK. Should ...
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Should foreign billionaires be free to financially back UK politicians? Fresh from helping Donald Trump back into the Whitehouse, Elon Musk is considering a major donation to Reform UK. Should we welcome a challenge to the two biggest parties? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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5208: LISTEN¦ What is the appropriate punishment for a protester who throws a milkshake at a politician, while out canvassing? Victoria Thomas Bowen was given a suspended sentence after assaulting Reform ...
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What is the appropriate punishment for a protester who throws a milkshake at a politician, while out canvassing? Victoria Thomas Bowen was given a suspended sentence after assaulting Reform MP Nigel Farage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5207: LISTEN¦ Will your next car be electric? A survey found 80% in NI want to buy an EV in the next 5 years, but currently only 2% of cars on our roads are electric. Frank spoke to Alliance MLA Kate Nicholl ...
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Will your next car be electric? A survey found 80% in NI want to buy an EV in the next 5 years, but currently only 2% of cars on our roads are electric. Frank spoke to Alliance MLA Kate Nicholl Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5206: LISTEN¦ Should you scold other people's children if they misbehave? A TikToker has sparked a debate after describing an encounter with a poorly behaved child on a flight. Frank got the thoughts of ...
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Should you scold other people's children if they misbehave? A TikToker has sparked a debate after describing an encounter with a poorly behaved child on a flight. Frank got the thoughts of Kim Kelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5205: LISTEN¦ Parts of Northern Ireland have been badly affected by flooding, high winds and power cuts as Storm Bert hit. Frank spoke to Cllr Malachy Quinn in Coalisland, Cllr Declan McArdle in Derrylin ...
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Parts of Northern Ireland have been badly affected by flooding, high winds and power cuts as Storm Bert hit. Frank spoke to Cllr Malachy Quinn in Coalisland, Cllr Declan McArdle in Derrylin and Pastor Paul Gray in Dundonald Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5204: LISTEN¦ Should NI Commonwealth Games chief bin the Ulster Banner in favour of a 'more inclusive' Northern Ireland flag? Frank spoke to sports journalist Adam McKendry
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Should NI Commonwealth Games chief bin the Ulster Banner in favour of a 'more inclusive' Northern Ireland flag? Frank spoke to sports journalist Adam McKendry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5203: LISTEN¦ Diona Doherty called in to talk to Frank about her Christmas show Miracle at Number 34 and her new standup tour 'Get Your Pink Back'
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Diona Doherty called in to talk to Frank about her Christmas show Miracle at Number 34 and her new standup tour 'Get Your Pink Back' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5202: LISTEN¦ What government support is there to help young people with SEN transition into adult life? Not very much, it appears. Frank spoke to Alma White about the 'cliff edge' many people experience ...
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What government support is there to help young people with SEN transition into adult life? Not very much, it appears. Frank spoke to Alma White about the 'cliff edge' many people experience, once their statement runs out, at 19 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5201: LISTEN¦ Is the criticism of Prince William's homeless campaign harsh? Some journalists have said he's well meaning but is taking the wrong approach, while Graham Smith CEO of Republic said the problem ...
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Is the criticism of Prince William's homeless campaign harsh? Some journalists have said he's well meaning but is taking the wrong approach, while Graham Smith CEO of Republic said the problem 'needs political will and money, not royals' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5200: LISTEN¦ The head of a health trust has warned patients are missing appointments because they can't afford to miss work. Does the health service need to be more flexible? Would evening and weekend ...
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The head of a health trust has warned patients are missing appointments because they can't afford to miss work. Does the health service need to be more flexible? Would evening and weekend appointments help? Frank spoke to Prof Deirdre Heenan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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5199: LISTEN¦ Should we be worried after President Putin warned the UK could be targeted for involvement in Ukrainian missile strikes on Moscow? Frank spoke to ex-military intelligence officer Philip Ingram ...
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Should we be worried after President Putin warned the UK could be targeted for involvement in Ukrainian missile strikes on Moscow? Frank spoke to ex-military intelligence officer Philip Ingram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5198: LISTEN¦ Is there a good way to break bad news? A man's gone viral after paying influencers to send his wife a video, saying he wanted a divorce. What's the worst way to tell someone news you know ...
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Is there a good way to break bad news? A man's gone viral after paying influencers to send his wife a video, saying he wanted a divorce. What's the worst way to tell someone news you know will upset them? Frank spoke to Malachi O'Doherty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5197: LISTEN¦ Have you every lied on a CV to get a job? The Chancellor is in hot water over suggestions she exaggerated her experience as an economist - do employers expect it? What should happen if you ...
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Have you every lied on a CV to get a job? The Chancellor is in hot water over suggestions she exaggerated her experience as an economist - do employers expect it? What should happen if you get caught? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5196: LISTEN¦ What would you buy first if you won the lottery jackpot? Frances Connolly, who won £115m in 2019 recently revealed her first purchase was a £12 pack of pants! Would you tell people you'd ...
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What would you buy first if you won the lottery jackpot? Frances Connolly, who won £115m in 2019 recently revealed her first purchase was a £12 pack of pants! Would you tell people you'd won? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5195: LISTEN¦ Would Jim McDonald work in 2024 Corrie? Charlie Lawson chatted to Frank about 'woke culture' in soaps, holidaying back home and his new memoir 'That's Life, So It Is'
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Would Jim McDonald work in 2024 Corrie? Charlie Lawson chatted to Frank about 'woke culture' in soaps, holidaying back home and his new memoir 'That's Life, So It Is' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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