Episodes
Boundary changes have created a "Frankenstein" constituency, according to one observer, as Cork North-Central extends its area to become a 5-seater. RTÉ Radio's Barry Lenihan previews the constituency, with Professor Gary Murphy of DCU. Presented by Cormac Ó hEadhra.
Published 10/24/24
Amid a welcome return for Fine Gael, the Social Democrats push to keep a seat in an area where they were founded. A high-profile Independent makes Sinn Féin nervous. RTÉ Radio's Barry Lenihan previews Dublin North-West with guest Professor Gary Murphy of DCU. Presented by Claire Byrne.
Published 10/24/24
One of the so-called 'crown jewels' for Fine Gael, but news reaching the podcast studio during recording means Dublin Rathdown takes on a different dynamic in this election. RTÉ Radio's Barry Lenihan and Cuan Ó Seireadáin, Political Correspondent with Raidió na Gaeltachta, preview the constituency. Presented by Colm Ó Mongáin.
Published 10/24/24
"It's often been called the Peoples' Republic of Dublin South Central", but will previous patterns continue in this 4-seater? RTÉ Radio's Barry Lenihan previews the constituency, with Cuan Ó Seireadáin, Political Correspondent with Raidió na Gaeltachta. Presented by Colm Ó Mongáin.
Published 10/24/24
From witchcraft to 'the Hooligan', and even mention of a 'ménage à trois' - things go down different in Dublin South West. Plenty to chew over for RTÉ Radio's Barry Lenihan and Cuan Ó Seireadáin, Political Correspondent with Raidió na Gaeltachta. Presented by Colm Ó Mongáin.
Published 10/24/24
A party leader, a Finance Minister, and a retiring Taoiseach - what will it mean for the candidates vying to be one of 5 TDs for Dublin West in the 34th Dáil? RTÉ Radio's Barry Lenihan and Cuan Ó Seireadáin, Political Correspondent with Raidió na Gaeltachta, preview the contest. Presented by Colm Ó Mongáin.
Published 10/24/24
Coalition partners become rivals as Fine Gael eye a gain at the expense of the Greens or Fianna Fáil in a party stronghold. But can Fine Gael manage its vote for two seats? RTÉ Radio's Barry Lenihan & guest Cuan Ó Seireadáin, Political Correspondent with Raidió na Gaeltachta, preview Dún Laoghaire. Presented by Colm Ó Mongáin.
Published 10/24/24
A retirement and an extra seat makes Galway East a different beast in 2024. RTÉ Radio's Barry Lenihan previews the constituency, with Cathal Mullaney, broadcaster & author of ‘How Connacht Voted in 2016’. Presented by Sarah McInerney.
Published 10/24/24
"The million dollar question, how will Grainne Seoige do?" - all eyes in Galway West on a familiar face for Fianna Fáil as RTÉ Radio's Barry Lenihan previews the constituency with Galwegian Sarah McInerney & guest Cathal Mullaney, broadcaster & author of ‘How Connacht Voted in 2016’.
Published 10/24/24
"He's no David Clifford or Colm Cooper", but will GAA pedigree be a key factor in Kerry? RTÉ Radio's Barry Lenihan previews the constituency, with Theresa Reidy, Political Scientist at UCC. Presented by Cormac Ó hEadhra.
Published 10/24/24
"We're guaranteed at least one new TD in the Lilywhite County" as a 4-seater becomes a 5-seater. RTÉ Radio's Barry Lenihan previews the second-fastest-growing constituency in the country: Kildare North. With Sarah McGuinness, Political Correspondent at the Irish Daily Mail. Presented by Colm Ó Mongáin.
Published 10/24/24
"Roscommon-Galway is a constituency that often does things differently" - so there are few certainties in this 3-seater. RTÉ Radio's Barry Lenihan and Cathal Mullaney, broadcaster & author of ‘How Connacht Voted in 2016’, analyse the contest. Presented by Sarah McInerney.
Published 10/24/24
"You need to be married in Skreen and having an affair in Enniscrone to get elected around here" says one political observer of Sligo-Leitrim. RTÉ Radio's Barry Lenihan previews the constituency, with Cathal Mullaney, broadcaster & author of ‘How Connacht Voted in 2016’. Presented by Sarah McInerney.
Published 10/24/24
"North Tipp and South Tipp are like two brothers competing for superiority" says one resident, as the old 5-seater is split into two 3-seaters. RTÉ Radio's Barry Lenihan previews Tipperary North, with Theresa Reidy, Political Scientist at UCC. Presented by Cormac Ó hEadhra.
Published 10/24/24
"As a child of South Riding I was an adult before I went further north than Thurles" - more rivalries play out between North and South Tipp, with the 5-seater now split into two 3-seaters. RTÉ Radio's Barry Lenihan previews the Tipperary South constituency with Theresa Reidy, Political Scientist at UCC. Presented by Cormac Ó hEadhra.
Published 10/24/24
"There are lots of Waterfords & the city people don't have much in common with those places up near Kilkenny" - all to play for as Sinn Féin target a key gain with Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael displaying vulnerabilities. Presenter Rachael English is joined by RTÉ Radio's Barry Lenihan & guest Theresa Reidy, Political Scientist at UCC.
Published 10/24/24
"They had to weigh Johnny Mythen's votes the last time he had so many!" But, can the Sinn Féin poll topper survive this fiercely competitive contest where the shadow of Mick Wallace looms large? RTÉ Radio's Barry Lenihan previews Wexford with guest Theresa Reidy, Political Scientist at UCC. Presented by Rachael English.
Published 10/24/24
Can Stephen Donnelly survive? Or will Simon Harris take him out? A preview of what may be the most closely-watched constituency in the country: Wicklow. With RTÉ Radio's Barry Lenihan, and Theresa Reidy, Political Scientist at UCC. Presented by Cormac Ó hEadhra.
Published 10/24/24
"Cross-border raids" for votes, in what's been described as a "b***ard" of a constituency. RTÉ Radio's Barry Lenihan and Theresa Reidy, Political Scientist at UCC, preview the newly-created Wicklow-Wexford constituency. Presented by Rachael English.
Published 10/24/24