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Newstalk Breakfast brings you all the news you need to set you up for the day – from politics, business, sport, entertainment and everything in between. Shane Coleman and Ciara Kelly have all the stories that matter, every weekday from 7-9AM. Listen and subscribe to Newstalk Breakfast Highlights on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App. You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'
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Newstalk Breakfast brings you all the news you need to set you up for the day – from politics, business, sport, entertainment and everything in between. Shane Coleman and Ciara Kelly have all the stories that matter, every weekday from 7-9AM. Listen and subscribe to Newstalk Breakfast Highlights on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App. You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'
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Episodes
The dos and don'ts ahead of All-Ireland Hurling Final
7/18/2025
Are you travelling to the All-Ireland Hurling Final in Croke Park? Michael Moynihan, Columnist with the Irish Examiner has the list of the dos and don'ts ahead of Sunday’s game.
Duration:00:05:23
We discuss endometriosis care in Ireland
7/18/2025
Earlier this week we heard from Sarah Jane Allen about her endometriosis diagnosis and the issues she has had accessing treatment. Following on from the interview with Sarah Jane we discuss the endometriosis care in Ireland with Dr Niamh Daly, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at the Rotunda Hospital.
Duration:00:06:18
The potential impacts of the Occupied Territories Bill
7/18/2025
It’s been one year since the ICJ ruled Israel's continued presence in the occupied Palestinian territories is unlawful under international law. Dan Mulhall, Former Ambassador of Ireland to the United States, joined us to discuss the potential impacts of the Occupied Territories Bill
Duration:00:08:04
Dublin City Council to vote on hiking local property tax!
7/18/2025
The majority of Dubliners will see their property tax rise next year as Dublin city councillors are set to become the latest local authority in the capital to vote to increase the tax.
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Janet Horner, Green Party Councillor for Dublin’s North Inner City, and Daithi Doolan, Sinn Féin Councillor for Ballyfermot Drimnagh.
Duration:00:10:11
Should Ireland outlaw sunbeds?
7/18/2025
Fianna Fáil TD for Roscommon Galway and spokesperson for Health, Dr. Martin Daly, is calling for a full ban on sunbeds, warning they pose a serious and immediate risk to public health. Dr Martin explained by to Newstalk Breakfast.
Duration:00:07:23
10 years of Eircode
7/18/2025
10 years ago, Ireland’s postcode system was introduced. Gone were the days of searching for hours for a rural house, Eircode to the rescue. Have they been the success they are touted as? All to discuss with Siobhan Maguire, Consumer Journalist.
Duration:00:05:07
Should students studying Irish have a mandatory stay in the Gaeltacht?
7/18/2025
The Minister for Education has been asked to consider introducing a mandatory three-week Gaeltacht course for every Leaving Certificate student studying Irish. To discuss this Ciara was joined by Julian de Spainn, Ard Runai Conradh na Gaeilge.
Duration:00:06:16
The EU may hit US services with retaliatory tariffs
7/18/2025
The EU is drawing up a list of possible tariffs and export controls on US services, in case trade talks with Washington break down.
Two officials close to the negotiations say the measures are being prepared by the European Commission in response to US President Donald Trump’s tariffs, but still need approval from EU member states. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Olof Gill, European Commission Spokesperson for Trade.
Duration:00:05:12
We have some sustainable pet solutions
7/17/2025
Jo Linehan, editor of the climate supplement at the Sunday Times Ireland joined Pat this morning to give some tips and advice on sustainable pet solutions.
Duration:00:06:47
Sean Defoe hands out his Dáil star awards!
7/17/2025
Newstalk's political correspondent Sean Defoe is handing out his Dáil star awards as politicians get ready for their summer holidays. From the newcomer of the year to the biggest political cowardice moment, Sean has all the prizes.
Duration:00:12:51
Do we need more or less bus lanes?
7/17/2025
As the number of fines issued to motorists for unlawfully using bus lanes increased by 34% in the capital last year. Are motorists taking the law seriously when it comes to driving in bus lanes? Is more enforcement needed and do we need more or less bus lanes to help tackle the problem and efficiency of bus services in Dublin? Joining Pat to discuss further was Gwen Morgan, Director of Service Operations at Dublin Bus
Duration:00:14:41
We phoned our friend Chris Tarrant!
7/17/2025
You might know Chris Tarrant, broadcaster and former host of Who Wants to Be A Millionaire, best for asking contestants whether they want to phone a friend.
But now he’s released a book about one of his greatest passions bears called 'For The Love Of Bears'. We phoned our friend Chris and chatted about his book and more.
Duration:00:08:32
Nearly 300,000 household behind on energy bills
7/17/2025
he number of households behind on their energy bills has soared by 86,000 up to April this year, reaching a total of 286,000 households. That’s according to figures obtained by the Irish Independent and we discuss them further with Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor for the Irish Independent.
Duration:00:04:01
Thursday's Riff:Should national anthem be on the school curriculum?
7/17/2025
Should national anthem be on the school curriculum? Shane and Ciara discussed this on the show.
Duration:00:03:07
Will we see any easing of cost of living crises for people?
7/17/2025
Are we going to see any easing of cost of living crises for people? Ciara asked Minister for Finance, Paschal Donohoe this morning.
Duration:00:10:03
Should we be teaching the national anthem in schools?
7/17/2025
Sinn Féin spokesperson for Rural Affairs, Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Conor D McGuinness TD, has slammed the Government’s failure to include Amhrán na bhFiann anywhere in the national curriculum . Conor discuss further with Shane.
Duration:00:08:08
The airport dad the unsung hero of holiday travel!
7/17/2025
Airport Dad’s are the unsung heroes of holiday travel according to freelance Journalist Niamh O’Reilly who explained why she thinks so.
Duration:00:04:21
Calls for Gardaí to tackle drinking at Grand Canal Lock
7/17/2025
It’s time for Gardaí to tackle drinking at Grand Canal Lock, so said councillors at the most recent South East Area Committee meeting this week. Labour Councilor for Pembroke and Former Lord Mayor, Dermot Lacey explained why.
Duration:00:06:17
Social Justice Ireland on their calls at the Budget Forum today
7/17/2025
Social Justice Ireland says Budget 2026 must boost core social welfare payments by €25 a week to close growing income gaps and meet the Government’s promise of progressive budgeting
Shane discussed further with Susanne Rogers Research and Policy Analyst at Social Justice Ireland.
Duration:00:06:14
Are Irish post offices at risk?
7/16/2025
An Post could be forced to change the frequency or speed of postal deliveries due to costs and changing consumer habits. Communications Minister Patrick O’Donovan told Cabinet yesterday that profits at the mail service were up, but there has been a decline in overall post numbers.
We discussed further with David McRedmond, CEO of An Post.
Duration:00:04:36