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The best analysis of the Irish political scene featuring Irish Times journalists, political thinkers and the occasional politician. Hosted by Hugh Linehan.

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Latest Episodes

Eoin Lenihan joins Hugh to discuss his bestselling book Vandalising Ireland. In the book Lenihan sets out his argument that the choices made by successive governments, on issues from migration to the economy, have destroyed the country.

He points to... more

The appearance of drones of unknown origin in Dublin last week around the time of Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskiy's visit again highlighted the security challenges of the present day and Ireland's lack of capability to act in its own defence.... more

Jack Horgan-Jones and Harry McGee join Hugh Linehan to look back on the week in politics:

·       Ireland, along with Spain, Slovenia and the Netherlands, will boycott next year’s Eurovision Song Contest in protest of Israel’s participation. RTÉ sai... more

Terry Prone is a legend in Irish political communication. Her memoir, I’m Glad You Asked Me That, looks back at her remarkable career.

On today’s Inside Politics podcast, she talks to Hugh Linehan about the early days of political interviewing on TV... more

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Recent Guests

Eoin Lenihan
Author and former teacher and lecturer, researched online political extremism.
Episode: Eoin Lenihan on how Ireland was 'vandalised'
Naomi O'Leary
Europe correspondent for The Irish Times
The Irish Times
Episode: Does Ireland's neutrality leave room for increased defence spending?
Eoin O'Malley
Political scientist and author of 'Charlie versus Garret'
Dublin City University
Episode: What our 'Charlie versus Garret' series got wrong - with Eoin O'Malley
Niall McCann
UN expert with nearly two decades of experience working in various electoral roles within the UN.
United Nations
Episode: The broken UN, and Ireland's role: 'There's cynicism among member states towards our so-called neutrality'
Ronan McGreevy
Historian currently working on a book about Sean LaMasse
The Irish Times
Episode: Are we still living in De Valera's Ireland?
Cormac Moore
Author of 'The Root of All Evil'
Irish Academic Press
Episode: What lessons does the Irish Boundary Commission hold for how borders are made – and unmade – in contested spaces?
Brian Caulfield
Professor on Transport Matters at Trinity College Dublin
Trinity College Dublin
Episode: Will the Government's big projects survive the next downturn?
Sally Hayden
Journalist covering Africa for the Irish Times, based in Beirut
Irish Times
Episode: Could the Israel-Iran war completely destabilise the Middle East?
Helen Thompson
Professor of Political Economy at the University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge
Episode: Why Europe needs to realise the truth about America - with Helen Thompson

Host

Hugh Linehan
Political editor and host known for his critical engagement with issues of Irish politics and societal analysis.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • My Go-To Irish Politics Podcast

    Always insightful and well-balanced. Inside Politics is my go-to for clear analysis of Irish politics. Great hosts and excellent guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ClearCast121
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Best Irish politics Pod.

    Never miss it. Excellent content and the accompanying discussions are always thought provoking but also manage the necessary lighter touch too. The Crash series was another tour de force.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MonicaR-K
    Ireland4 months ago
  • Great show

    Excellent content by Sally Hayden on Syria and Lebanon

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    avavshsoksavsm agsvsbsa
    Ireland8 months ago
  • Martin & Trump

    I’m a big fan but must call out Pat Leahy for normalising Trump in his. Listening to the IT edited recording of the event I noted how many lies Trump told. Pat didn’t mention any of them. Had Biden uttered one of them it would be highlighted. I felt Martin did well and gently but firmly stood his ground on key issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    eiredude
    Ireland9 months ago
  • Enjoyable and informative

    Fantastic insight and knowledge with some enjoyable humour thrown in!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Niall O' hÉidhin
    United Kingdom10 months ago

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Listeners praise the podcast for its insightful and well-balanced analysis of Irish politics, often commending the quality of the hosts and guests involved.

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#30
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Eoin Lenihan on how Ireland was 'vandalised'
Q: How does immigration factor into your analysis?
Eoin expresses concerns about mass immigration leading to parallel societies and cultural conflicts.
Eoin Lenihan on how Ireland was 'vandalised'
Q: What do you make of the current political landscape in Ireland?
Eoin argues that there's a crippled democracy in Ireland with limited alternatives to the dominant parties, Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael.
Eoin Lenihan on how Ireland was 'vandalised'
Q: How did you come about to write this?
Eoin shares his unique upbringing in County Clare and how his experiences in archaeology and observing cultural changes led him to write the book.
What is wrong with Ireland’s housing and planning system?
Q: How do we reconcile the development needs with regulatory frameworks?
Countries operating under EU regulations can still find ways to build successfully, and Ireland can achieve this through better planning processes and infrastructure management.
What is wrong with Ireland’s housing and planning system?
Q: What do you think of the critique that the planning system is under-resourced?
There are indeed resourcing issues that affect both the planning and court system, but we shouldn't close them down. They need to function well.

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