White Smoke Watch, Flat Pack Houses & 'The Tax Mirage'
8 May - 46 minsThis week on The Group Chat, Richard is reporting live from Vatican City, where all eyes are fixed on the iconic chimney above the Sistine Chapel as the world awaits the white smoke.
Zara checks in from Sweden, where 'flat-pack homes' are transforming housing – though Gavan remains unconvinced the model could take root in Ireland.
Also on the show, Killian Woods from the Sunday Business Post joins to unpack Ireland’s staggering $967 billion ‘tax mirage’ – what it means and why has it increased so quickly.
Plus, a broadcasting era ends as Joe Duffy hangs up the mic at Liveline.
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Series Episodes
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 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 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 Finished
The Government's Paschal Problem
This week on The Group Chat: Paschal Donohoe's departure prompts a partial reshuffle, but how big of a blow is it for the Government? Ivan Yates defends giving training and commentary on the presidential election. Plus, following the play-off draw that sees the Republic of Ireland away to Czechia, is it too soon to dream? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
45 mins
20 November Finished
Will The Housing Plan Get You A Home?
This week on The Group Chat: Is it fair to describe the Government's new housing plan as more of the same? The Catherine Connolly presidency has officially started, so what can we expect? And, just over one month on what's happening with the Gaza ceasefire? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
45 mins
13 November Finished
We Need To Talk About How We Talk About Immigration
This week on The Group Chat, the tensions flare in the Dáil over the debate around asylum seekers and immigration. And, new battle lines are drawn as New York elects a socialist mayor. Plus, the race for the Áras and the fallout over media training. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
44 mins
6 November Finished
