Aer Lingus vs. Pilots, Ryanair vs. Ryan & Norma vs. Bullies
19 June 2024 - 45 minsRichard, 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.
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The Big Questions That Will Define 2026
This week on The Group Chat: We look at the issues that could shape the agenda in the coming months. We're also looking back ten years at our own version of the 2016 TikTok craze. Plus, critics react to Elon Musk's claim that he has shut down the sexualised feature of the Grok AI tool. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
45 mins
15 January Finished
Will Ireland Face Down Elon Musk?
This week on The Group Chat: Gavan joins us from China where he's covering the Taoiseach's official visit. We examine another extraordinary week of Donald Trump on the world stage. Plus, will the government here face down Elon Musk and his Grok AI tool? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
44 mins
8 January Finished
Season Finale: Can We Stop Talking About Jim Gavin Now?
This week on The Group Chat: Can Micheál Martin move on from the Jim Gavin fiasco? And, one woman's experience of emergency accomodation and calling a hotel a home. Plus, we look back at some of the stories we've enjoyed covering over the past year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
45 mins
18 December 2025 Finished
Taking Shelter from Bullets in Warzones, with Alex Crawford
This week on The Group Chat: Sky News Special Correspondent Alex Crawford tells us about reporting from the battle frontlines. And, Ireland’s media minister talks tough about online safety. Plus, world Excel champion Diarmuid Early finds that winning formula. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
45 mins
11 December 2025 Finished
Pipes & Pylons: Can This Plan Fix Ireland?
This week on The Group Chat: A major new plan to cut red tape and speed up infrastructure. A wartime leader pays a historic visit to Ireland. Plus, what's the story behind those cringe videos that politicians keep posting online? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
45 mins
4 December 2025 Finished
Russia, Roblox & Rustling
This week on The Group Chat: Is Donald Trump being played by Russia in the latest bid to end the war in Ukraine? TikTok coming under more pressure to protect young users from harmful content on the platform. Plus, the Cork farmer who's vowed to track down the cattle rustlers who stole some of his prized herd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
46 mins
27 November 2025 Finished