Moncrieff

Episod

• The Irish man in charge of the grass for the World Cup in Boston 01.07.2026 6min

  Seán’s guest is an Irish man who has one responsibility: grass. So, how exactly do you prepare a pitch for the World Cup?Greg Whately, Dundalk native and Pitch Manager at Boston Stadium for the FIFA World Cup joins to discuss.
• Woman who turned to OnlyFans to pay debts - her experience 01.07.2026 18min

  Lucy Blanc had moved to New York for her dream job, but that soon became a nightmare because of a cruel boss. She returned to the UK, and ended up on OnlyFans to pay her debts - which she says saved her life.The Journalist and writer joined Seán to share her story.
• Moncrieff’s Murder Club: Caught by the crowd 01.07.2026 18min

  Every Wednesday, Seán will be joined by someone to hear unusual stories on heinous crimes…This week, Cassie Delaney joins to discuss cases where the internet worked together to solve mysteries…
• Gulliver’s Travels - 300 years on 01.07.2026 13min

  It has been 300 years since the publication of ‘Gulliver’s Travels’, a story that is still remembered and revered to this day.Joining Seán to discuss the book’s impact is Dr. Jason McGelligot, Director of Marsh's Library in Dublin.
• Why is Pope Leo worried about the Society of Saint Pius X? 01.07.2026 12min

  Today, four new Roman Catholic Bishops are going to be ordained in Switzerland, but Pope Leo XIV does not want them to go ahead. This is because the ordinations are being made by the Society of Saint Pius X, who have been against many of the reforms the Vatican have made…Joining Seán to discuss is Patsy McGarry, former Religious Affairs Correspondent for the Irish Times.
• Men: Is the polo shirt back? 30.06.2026 6min

  During Callum Turner and Dua Lipa’s wedding celebrations, he wore a polo shirt. Andy Burnham has also been wearing one, and while Seán is sitting in the studio, he’s also wearing one!So, is the polo shirt back?Caroline Downey, Stylist and Fashion Broadcaster, joins to discuss.
• Looking back on the long goodbyes of Irish leaders 30.06.2026 13min

  There’s much speculation that at some point before the next election, Micheál Martin will be replaced as Leader of Fianna Fáil, further lending to the tradition of ‘long goodbyes’ for Ireland’s political leaders.Newstalk’s Political Correspondent and host of the ‘Let Me Explain’ podcast Seán Defoe joins Seán to discuss and look back on some examples.
• Australian breaks world record for loudest shout ever 30.06.2026 6min

  An Australian man has achieved the record for loudest shout ever recorded.The man reached a yell of 122.4 decibels, breaking the record previously held by a Northern Ireland schoolteacher set in 1994.Now, Joseph McGrail-Bateup, Town Crier for Canberra, joins Seán to discuss his achievement.
• Pamela Lee on life as a Professional Offshore Sailor 30.06.2026 20min

  Seán’s guest is a Greystones native preparing for the famous transatlantic race, the Route du Rhum, which takes place every four years. She will be the first Irish person to compete in it as a Skipper.Pamela Lee, Professional Offshore Sailor, joins to discuss.
• Lily Allen & gigs not meeting expectations 30.06.2026 19min

  Singer-songwriter Lily Allen has responded to criticism on Twitter surrounding her new tour, which sees her perform her album ‘West End Girl’ in full. The problem people have is with the lack of a supporting act, and the show being about an hour in length.So, what should you expect when paying out the nose for a gig? And have you been to any disappointing shows?Joining Seán to discuss is Journalist Pat Carty.
• How important are hugs? 29.06.2026 10min

  Did you know today is ‘Hug Holiday’? Every year, ‘Hug Holiday’ encourages people to share a hug with those who may need it most. So, just how important are hugs?Joining Seán to discuss is Cuddle Practitioner, MJ Lace…
• How swimming with contact lenses can be extremely dangerous 29.06.2026 12min

  It’s something you may not think of, but swimming with your contact lenses in can be very dangerous. Freelance Journalist Mel Fallowfield found this out, when she almost lost her vision because of it…She joins Seán to discuss.
• Where did the garden gnome come from? 29.06.2026 9min

  The recent Chelsea Flower Show has seen a since-unexpected comeback: the garden gnome. They were previously banned at the show, so why the resurgence, and where did they come from anyway?Joining Seán to discuss is Diarmuid Gavin, Garden Designer.
• Four Questions: Poorly dressed for concrete mixing 29.06.2026 14min

  We’re looking back on the weekend and looking forward to the week ahead through the lens of these four questions:What delighted you over the weekend? What annoyed you over the weekend? What did you learn over the weekend? What are you looking forward to this week?Joining Seán to discuss is Doireann O’Connor and Donal O'Donoghue!
• America turns 250: do you care? - Henry McKean Asks 29.06.2026 20min

  This Saturday will be the 4th of July, also known as America’s Independence Day - its 250th one at that! But, with the current state of affairs stateside, should we be celebrating the day, or do you not care?Henry McKean has been out asking the public, and joins Seán to discuss.
• What is needed for the perfect beer garden? 26.06.2026 6min

  This week, we have had the ultimate beer garden weather. Picture it now: You finish a long week in the office, the sun is shining and you get THE text… “Pints?”. So, what is needed for the perfect beer garden experience?Joining Seán to discuss is the Guinness Guru, Darragh Curran...
• New book covers airplane sick bag collection 26.06.2026 13min

  Unless you’ve had to use one, you probably don’t think about the airplane sick bag, but some people actually collect them!Elizabeth McCafferty, Journalist, Filmmaker and author of ‘Sicko’, which covers one person’s collection of them, joins to discuss.
• China overtakes US in the supercomputer race 26.06.2026 13min

  China has taken the top spot for the world’s most powerful supercomputer. They have overtaken the US for the first time since 2017 in a race for tech supremacy.To discuss this, Seán is joined by host of the ‘For Tech’s Sake’ podcast, Elaine Burke…
• What are the benefits of sleeping naked? 26.06.2026 8min

  No matter how many windows you leave open, it can be quite difficult to sleep in the heat. So, do we need a change of clothes, or maybe no clothes at all?Joining Seán to discuss is Health Scientist & Sleep Coach, Tom Coleman.
• Michael and Maura Horgan on 50 years of marriage and business 25.06.2026 7min

  Michael and Maura Horgan run Horgan's Delicatessen Supplies in Mitchelstown, and they are celebrating not only 50 years of running the business, but also 50 years of marriage!They join Seán to discuss.