Hosted by Hugh Linehan, this week’s political review features insightful discussions with panelists Jen Hogan and Cormac McQuinn. Distinct key points of interest included:
– Upcoming Budget 2025: Several political entities are showcasing enticing proposals, as half of the recent poll respondents expressed their hopes for the Government to prioritise immediate assistance to ease the cost of living.
– The Popularity of Simon Harris: Drawing a parallel with the popularity cycles of previous Taoiseach Leo Varadkar, questions arise about Harris’s potential upcoming popularity challenges.
– Resumption of the Dáil: With Sinn Féin highlighting the medical treatment wait times for children diagnosed with scoliosis and spina bifida, the leaders’ questions session this week was marked by rigorous debates. The inflated pension provisions for the privileged few also came under scrutiny.
Other discussions revolved around Sally Rooney’s Intermezzo and Colin Farrell’s impactful role in the Batman spin-off, The Penguin. A sober commentary on the plight of a hotel cleaner in Ireland and a humorous review of Oliver Callan’s quick-witted jokes were also part of the dialogue.
Additionally, the panelists shared their top readings of the week:
– Miriam Lord’s commentary on the pricy bijou bike shed situated at the Leinster lawn.
– Carl O’Brien’s cover story on a recent study by Maynooth University advocating for concise homework tasks.
– Emer McLysaght recounted experiences from a group vacation to Spain, centring around conversations about air fryers and steam mops.
With production credits going to John Casey, this week’s review provided valuable insights into Irish politics and society.