Los mejores podcasts de The Group Chat (2025)

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🚨 Emergency re-record! New governments meet chaos, at home and away 50:26

17h ago50:26

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This week on The Group Chat, Richard Chambers, Gavan Reilly, and Zara King examine the turbulent starts for new governments in Ireland and the U.S. In Dublin, the Dáil adjourned without even hearing nominations for a new Taoiseach, leaving Ireland in political limbo. Across the Atlantic, Donald Trump’s America First 2.0 agenda has already ignited m…

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In the Essence of Time (S2, Ep. 09) 53:22

22h ago53:22

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Ladies and Gents welcome back to another episode of The Group Chat! We hope that you have been enjoying season 2 so far, drop a comment and let us know! If there is one thing that we all know, it's that tomorrow is not promised. So many of us waste so much time not living in what we desire, instead of following what God has in store for us. So we a…

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What the next government means for you 45:45

7d ago45:45

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Richard, Gavan and Zara are back in studio to discuss the next government and what its make-up means for Independents and you. Unprecedented fires have ravaged parts of the city of L.A., but will it recover before the 2028 Olympics? And tech billionaires will be taking centre-stage at Donald Trump's inauguration; what does it mean for the future of…

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The Comment Section (S2, Ep. 08) 45:33

8d ago45:33

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Welcome back to another episode of The Group Chat y'all! Talk to us! Let us know how you've been enjoying season 2 so far! How many of us have ever struggled with dealing with the comments on social media? Exactly, we all have! So much of it can turn into such a toxic environment based in a lot of judgement. This is really correlates to our everyda…

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Getting to grips with cold snap chaos 45:48

14d ago45:48

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Richard, Gavan and Zara are beginning the New Year with a cold snap that has gripped the nation and discuss if the Met Éireann weather warning system needs an update. Government formation talks are back in action but will a deal be made soon and what role will the Healy-Rae brothers have? And are billionaires bending to Donald Trump? Elon Musk has …

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Fight or Flight (S2, Ep. 07) 46:52

15d ago46:52

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Happy New Year Everybody and welcome back to The Group Chat! We are back after a short time off, we hope you all enjoyed the holiday season! You know we had to come back with a bang and here we are! Right now there are so many of us that are fighting battle that does not belong to us. At the same time many of us are retreating from battles that we …

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'Don't call it a year in review' 44:38

25d ago44:38

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It's the end of year special and that means 2024 is almost over! Richard, Gavan and Zara reflect back on the year's events and try to predict what the biggest stories of 2025 will be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ireland and Israel's War of Words 45:37

1M ago45:37

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Richard, Gavan and Zara are back to chat about Israel's decision to close its embassy in Ireland, and what it means for future government policy. The next Dáil has met for the first time and elected Verona Murphy as Ceann Comhairle - the group analyses her track record, Seán Ó Fearghaíl’s re-election attempt, and whether you should care about who c…

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Did God Do That? (S2, Ep. 06) 59:17

1M ago59:17

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Happy Wednesday and welcome back to another episode of The Group Chat! We cannot thank you all enough for so much week in and week out. We love you all dearly! We all know people who have walked away from God and the church because of something that man did to us during our time in the church. This is what we like to call "Church Hurt." But the que…

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Minister Michael Healy-Rae? How Independents will affect government formation 43:13

1M ago43:13

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Gavan and Zara speak with independent TD Michael Healy-Rae for how he plans to enter the next government and if a ministerial position is in the cards. What is going on with Eoin Hayes? Gavan explains the controversy surrounding the Social Democrats member and what his path to the Dáil looks like. And Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria has fallen: Z…

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Where You at Cuz? (S2, Ep. 05) 1:04:01

1M ago1:04:01

1:04:01

Hey everybody! Welcome back to another episode of The Group Chat! Fellas, this one is for you! Something that we have noticed in our ministry endeavors over time is that there is a lack of involved men. There are so many potential reasons for this and we delve into all of the possibilities. This topic comes directly from one of ministry brothers an…

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Election 2024 Wrapped 45:23

2M ago45:23

45:23

Richard, Gavan and Zara are back in studio to reflect on the 2024 General Election and look at how the next government will be formed. They also discuss the latest developments in the war in Syria and what it means on an international scale. And Spotify Wrapped 2024 is out; did Richard have a "brat summer"? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…

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The Art of Forgiveness (S2, Ep. 04) 1:07:01

2M ago1:07:01

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Welcome back to another episode of The Group Chat everybody! Each and every one of us have been in situations where we have felt wronged and all we want to do is condemn them forever. It is so important for us to remember that we must be forgiving of those who do us wrong, even though we don't want to. "Love your enemies and pray for those who pros…

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LIVE🚨: What exactly happened in Election 2024? 44:24

2M ago44:24

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It's an Election Day special as, for the first time, the Group Chat went live on Virgin Media One! Gavan's in studio, Richard's at the RDS and Zara's in Cork to discuss the media frenzy around Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch after his election defeat. Labour and Social Democrats have performed well, but how will this affect government formation? And what wi…

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Growing Pains (S2, Ep. 03) 54:11

2M ago54:11

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Ladies and Gentlemen welcome back to another episode of The Group Chat! We want to thank you all for continuing to watch and listen to the show week in and week out. Your support does NOT go unnoticed! How many of you out there can confidently that you have grown over the past year? Now, how many of you can say that the process was easy? That's rig…

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🗳️ On The Road: Who comes out best from the big debate? 24:43

2M ago24:43

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After a campaign that was slow to catch fire, and sudden lurches in the opinion polls, the big Leaders' Debate on RTÉ was the last chance for the three would-be Taoisigh to really pack a punch… so did they? Zara, Richard and Gav (live from the national broadcaster's car park) discuss, with gossip from behind the scenes in Montrose. Plus: for the fi…

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Could Kanturk Be the Key Moment in the Election? 45:18

2M ago45:18

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The team sits down with Derval McDonald from Inclusion Ireland to unpack the controversy surrounding outgoing Taoiseach Simon Harris’ dismissal of a disability care worker, Charlotte Fallon, during a campaign stop in Cork. With just five days until the general election, could this misstep become a turning point for Fine Gael’s campaign? The team al…

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🗳️ On The Road: Is Election 24 finally getting a bit spicy? 22:58

2M ago22:58

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Richard, Gavan and Zara catch back up again (from car parks across the land!) to chew the fat about the brewing fiscal war between Fine Gael and Sinn Féin. Is the national piggy bank really being smashed? What impact will the John McGahon controversy have? Is Fianna Fáil sailing pretty? And should we be paying more attention to Donald Trump's lates…

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How I Know God is Real (S2, Ep. 02) 57:43

2M ago57:43

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Welcome back to another episode of The Group Chat ladies and gents! For everyone that is a follower of Christ, we all had a moment where we knew for sure that we were ready to follow God. God reveals himself to all of us and it is up to us to acknowledge and move forward into following Him. So in today's episode we will be discussing our stories of…

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Election 24: Does FF/FG phony war suit Sinn Féin? 45:40

2M ago45:40

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Richard, Gavan and Zara review this week's election campaign events and discuss how Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael's fighting may be an advantage for Sinn Féin. Donald Trump's cabinet picks are making waves, after RFK Jr. and Matt Gaetz receive top positions. And the group reflects on the life and work of D'Unbelievables star Jon Kenny. Hosted on Acast.…

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🗳️ On The Road: unpacking the first days of Election 2024 34:41

2M ago34:41

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With Election 2024 finally underway, Richard, Zara and Gavan are on the road following the campaigns and talking to voters about what they want. Richard's witnessed some competitive jiving, Zara's been speaking to angry teachers, and Gav isn't sure if the war of words between Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil is all for show… We're moving our TV instalment…

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No Love Lost (S2, Ep. 01) 1:02:25

2M ago1:02:25

1:02:25

Ladies and gentlemen...welcome back to season 2 of The Group Chat! We have missed you all so much and are excited to return with a bang. For the open of season 2 we will be discussing friendships and the importance of knowing when a friendship has ran its course. This is something we have all experienced and though it is always a tough pill to swal…

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"What would you have done differently on immigration?": Roderic O'Gorman in studio 45:09

3M ago45:09

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Gavan and Zara are joined by Green Party leader Roderic O'Gorman in studio to discuss his handling of immigration and childcare and the difficulties he faces as party leader. And Richard joins in from the US to reflect on Donald Trump's historic re-election, how Kamala Harris' campaign failed to attract voters and what the result means for Ukraine.…

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Why Should Voters Trust Sinn Féin?: Mary Lou McDonald in studio 46:07

3M ago46:07

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Mary Lou McDonald is in studio to discuss Sinn Féin's immigration policy, whether or not they will enter into a coalition and her biggest regrets over the course of her leadership. Richard, Gavan and Zara also debate the fallout of Trump's Madison Square Garden rally and Biden's newest gaffe. And Zara's move to Cork; how difficult is it to change y…

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Why Not Call It A Genocide?: Micheál Martin in Studio 45:02

3M ago45:02

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Tonight on The Group Chat, Tánaiste Micheál Martin faces tough questions on the government's response to the escalating conflict in the Middle East. The team doesn't hold back on Ireland’s housing crisis either, asking why voters should place their trust in his party for another term. Then, we dive into U.S. politics: with the election just two wee…

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What's really going on in Sinn Féin? 45:11

3M ago45:11

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Richard, Gavan and Zara break-down the recent controversy within Sinn Féin and what it means for Mary Lou McDonald's leadership going forward. They speak with Dr. Amber Alayyan, a medical referent for MSF, for comment on the recent strikes on Gazan hospitals and the struggles doctors go through in Gaza. And Tied with Trump: Polls show Kamala Harris…

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A Perfect Storm for Joe Biden? 45:28

4M ago45:28

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Richard and Gavan are joined by Zara from the US to discuss Simon Harris' meeting with Joe Biden and how Storm Milton is interrupting his plans. The pair also meet with journalist Hannah McCarthy, this time in studio, to discuss how the crisis in Lebanon has developed and if there is any possibility of peace. And who is Cobalt? Irish politicians ar…

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Paschal Donohoe defends the Budget - and laments the Bike Shed 45:44

4M ago45:44

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Richard, Gavan and Zara are joined in studio by Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Public Expenditure, for comment on Budget 2025 and the blow-back from the bike shed. The group discusses the consequences of the recent missile attacks by Iran against Israel and what it means for the 379 Irish UNIFIL staff currently in Lebanon. And did Walz flub the deba…

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Life Under Bombardment: Middle East Crisis Continues 46:11

4M ago46:11

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Richard and Zara speak with Hannah McCarthy, a journalist in Lebanon, to understand the ground situation in the country and what Israel's ultimate game plan is. Gavan joins in from New York at the UN General Assembly to discuss Simon Harris' comments on housing and Micheál Martin meeting Meryl Streep. And will the costs and delays of the National C…

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Ploughing Politics, Pagers and Pennsylvania 45:50

4M ago45:50

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Richard has returned to Gavan and Zara from Pennsylvania to discuss the 'Kamala Wave' in America and the implications of a second assassination attempt on Donald Trump. The group discusses the political plans of politicians at the ploughing. And Pager Panic; what do the pager bombings against Hezbollah mean for tensions in the Middle East? Hosted o…

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#117 - Holy Nitrous. 1:10:12

4M ago1:10:12

1:10:12

In an alternate universe this whole episode would have a full 1hr animation but... atlas.. | VISUAL PODCAST - "THE GROUP CHAT"

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#121 - The Short-term Me.... wha- huh..? 1:08:18

4M ago1:08:18

1:08:18

That color talk was actually insane. The house gas leak really taking us out slowly.. | VISUAL PODCAST - "THE GROUP CHAT"

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ISIS Survivor in Studio, Taylor endorses Kamala & Apple Tax Trouble 45:19

4M ago45:19

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Gavan and Zara talk with Shireen Khero, an ISIS survivor, who discusses how she was taken from her home and the 10 year anniversary of the genocide of the Yazidi people in Syria. Team Taylor is Team Kamala; the international popstar has endorsed the presidential nominee after the first debate. And the Apple Tax Windfall; what will the tax ruling by…

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We're back! Our new season launches this Wednesday! 0:50

5M ago0:50

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Just to let you know, we're back with our sixth (sixth!!) season this Wednesday! As always, we want to keep in touch with you - email us at thegroupchat@virginmedia.ie or follow us on social media (@newschambers, @zaraking.news and @gavreilly). We're back on TV this Wednesday night at 11pm on Virgin Media One, and in your podcast feeds first thing …

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#120 - Chillen wit SwaggerSouls 1:42:57

5M ago1:42:57

1:42:57

FINALLY WE GOT A GUEST WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO | VISUAL PODCAST - "THE GROUP CHAT"

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#119 - Softwilly x World of T-Shirts 1:09:27

5M ago1:09:27

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That story was tuff man.. | VISUAL PODCAST - "THE GROUP CHAT"

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#118 - Isaac & Nick 59:23

5M ago59:23

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Episode 117 can be uploaded sometime.. in the future... the far future... ◕‿↼) | VISUAL PODCAST - "THE GROUP CHAT"

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#116 - HAPPY ☺ 1:06:10

6M ago1:06:10

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LE TRIO-POD WITH GRUNKANATOR7000, WILLIAMSON, AND LAURANCE CROFTAN. | VISUAL PODCAST - "THE GROUP CHAT"

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#115 - Spreading Misinformation.. 1:14:39

6M ago1:14:39

1:14:39

The LIE Chat MISINFORMATION-cast strikes again with wives' tales and finding out what an air fryer actually does. Like lets be real.. WHAT DOES IT DO? | VISUAL PODCAST - "THE GROUP CHAT"

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#114 - OH MY GOD... 1:03:13

6M ago1:03:13

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Ole T is back.. got a mix of the old setup and new.. oh yeah.. things are rollin. | VISUAL PODCAST - "THE GROUP CHAT"

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🚨 Emergency Pod! 🇺🇸 Joe Biden drops out… what now? 31:07

6M ago31:07

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It turns out there's no such thing as the summertime 'silly season' in 2024… Richard, Zara and Gavan reassemble for an unplanned summer episode to talk about Joe Biden's dropout from the U.S. presidential race, the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, and the impact the race might have on all of us - including here in Ireland. The good piece Rich…

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You Dated Somebody Who Smells? 50:38

6M ago50:38

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On this trip inside The Group Chat The ladies talk about the beefs in rap, their own personal dating experiences, and one especially smelly man.Por Great House Vision

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#112 - who is this..? 1:10:14

6M ago1:10:14

1:10:14

Yes some of us have moved out of the group home. No we are not separating. We think a work space and a living space is a good balance. | VISUAL PODCAST - "THE GROUP CHAT"

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#111 - Gramp Status.. 😭 1:02:09

7M ago1:02:09

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Say man.. these dudes is OLD 😭... like OLD OLD... like that open the book and dust flies out OLD... like that pull out a paper map in a road trip OLD... like that.. yeah you get it. | VISUAL PODCAST - "THE GROUP CHAT"

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#110.5 - Just a chill episode honestly. 1:04:25

7M ago1:04:25

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Nick, Tanner, Isaac and Larry just chatting it up man. Reminds me of a Saturday morning of a couple of guys drinking in front of a wooden fence.. | VISUAL PODCAST - "THE GROUP CHAT"

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Season Finale: Take-off for Talks and Tay-Tay's in Town 45:32

7M ago45:32

45:32

Richard, Gavan and Zara speak with Sarah Benson of Women's Aid on violence against women in Ireland following the assault of Natasha O'Brien by a member of the Defence Forces. Aer Lingus and the IALPA have agreed to enter into talks to resolve their dispute, but industrial action at the airline continues. And the Taylor Swift Eras Tour rolls into D…

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Bonus Episode: Ireland's First Astronaut 15:56

7M ago15:56

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Richard, Gavan and Zara speak with Norah Patten about her planned trip to space with Virgin Galactic in 2026 and what it means for the future of Irish space travel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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#110 - OOUUTTBAACCKK BREAAADD 😫 1:08:18

7M ago1:08:18

1:08:18

lil gsupps drop thanks to ole' Joe and his awesome team. Thank you guys really. | VISUAL PODCAST - "THE GROUP CHAT"

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Aer Lingus vs. Pilots, Ryanair vs. Ryan & Norma vs. Bullies 45:53

7M ago45:53

45:53

Richard, Gavan and Zara discuss the impact of Aer Lingus pilot's industrial action on the company and holidaymakers. Eamon Ryan stepping down as Green Party leader has created a tight race between Roderic O'Gorman and Pippa Hackett. And "Bí Cineálta": Norma Foley's new scheme to tackle bullying in schools. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

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#109 - We Got a Cease & Desist 57:37

7M ago57:37

57:37

Well who would thought this would happen? Probably everyone watching us but crazy it happened now. Oh well. | VISUAL PODCAST - "THE GROUP CHAT"

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