The Making of Olivia Rodrigo!

The World Cup starts tonight - what you need to know!

While Ireland might have missed out on the World Cup dream, the tournament starts tonight, but what do you actually need to know to bluff our way through and sound like a football expert? Joining Andrea to discuss is Tanya Sweeney, Columnist for the Irish Independent and Off the Ball’s Phil Egan.

Do we need more Irish speaking secondary schools?

A recent campaign set up in Castlebar in Mayo is calling for the introduction of an All-Irish speaking secondary school to cater for primary school students seeking to further their education as Gaeilge. Four towns in Mayo have primary schools as Gaeilge, yet nowhere to continue their secondary level education in Irish. This means that students are at risk of losing their love and interest in the Irish language… Is this a regular problem across the country as a whole, and do we need more Irish speaking secondary schools? Joining Andrea to discuss is Frainc Ó Clochartaigh, a member of this campaign, Claire Spanaic Services Manager with Gaeloideachas, Director of Aonad Loch Gile, Debrah Ni Cheallaigh and Principal of Gaelscoil Chnoc na Ré, Liz Nic Searraigh.

What is it like being a foster carer?

This month marks the start of National Fostering Awareness month. Tusla released a statement saying “National Fostering Awareness Month is about opening the conversation, challenging myths and helping people understand that they may already have the qualities needed to make a life-changing difference for a child”. To discuss their experience being foster carers, Andrea is joined by Maureen Gannon and Eileen Harkin.

The Making of Olivia Rodrigo!

We’ve decided to do a deep dive on some of our favourite albums and artists to explore the stories behind them. What did artists really think of each other? Where did the inspirations from the songs come from? Joining Andrea to discuss is DJ and Pop Critic Cian Sullivan, who’s going to talk through the life and work of Olivia Rodrigo!

What are the benefits to working from home?

Public trade sector union Fórsa is set to present the benefits of remote working today to the National Economic and Social Council. The research found that flexible work arrangements led to improved outcomes. So, should remote work be given to those who want it? Andrea is joined by listeners to discuss.