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Stormont Sources

Shortbread Media
Northern Ireland
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Sinn Féin
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Keir Starmer

Welcome inside politics in Northern Ireland. Listen to the podcast which brings you analysis, insight and experience from Stormont. Join journalist, David McCann, plus Tim Cairns, a former Special Advisor to Peter Robinson and Head of Policy for the DUP and Micheal McKernan, a former Special Advisor in the SDLP worked in the Executive from 2007-2016.

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On this week's episode, David McCann, Tim Cairns and Michael McKernan take a trip down memory lane. From the 40th anniversary of the Anglo-Irish Agreement to the notable leadership changes within the SDLP and DUP, our discussion uncovers the lasting ... more

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Paul Givan
Education Minister of Northern Ireland
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Deputy leader of the Ulster Unionist Party and MLA for Laggan Valley
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Sam McBride
Journalist from the Belfast Telegraph and author of "For and Against a United Ireland"
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Philip McGuigan
Chair of the All-Party Group on Reducing Gambling Harm and MLA for North Antrim
Sinn Féin
Episode: Gambling Addiction: NI’s Hidden Crisis
Dr. Ciara Fitzpatrick
Critic of the draft anti-poverty strategy and academic specializing in poverty issues
Ulster University
Episode: The Anti-Poverty Strategy: An Opportunity Wasted?
Jamie Bryson
Political figure known for his involvement in the flag protests and recent court case.
Episode: Northern Ireland's Chaotic 2015 and Jamie Bryson cleared
Andrew Muir
Minister for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs
Episode: DUP Rifts & Water Pollution with Andrew Muir
Aaron Callan
DUP councillor for Limmavati
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Host

David McCann
Host of Stormont Sources, journalist with insights into Northern Irish politics.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Well Worth A Listen

    I have only come to this podcast over the last 2/3 months. As someone who can not listen to the blatant bias of the BBC I really appreciate listening to conversations happy to look at NI issues from all perspectives - even the awkward ones. The three contributors are sufficiently independent of mind not to be tied to standard tropes about unionism or irish nationalism. Keep er lit guys!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Callumthereds
    United Kingdoma month ago

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#230
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#82
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Apple Podcasts
#141
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#212
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Was NI's Covid Response a Disaster? Plus, Reeves's Budget
Q: What do you mean by weaponization?
There is a belief within unionism that the Irish language is seen as something weaponized against unionism, particularly in local decisions like street signs.
The Executive's Chances of Survival... and a Unionist Merger?
Q: What do you think about the pressures within the DUP and Sinn Féin?
Tim suggests there is grassroots discontent on both sides of the aisle, but the institutions won't collapse unless the discontent grows significantly.
The Executive's Chances of Survival... and a Unionist Merger?
Q: Andrew says there has been long talk of two unionist parties. Could you spend some time on the podcast gaming this out? Would talks be in secret? Who would be involved?
Tim Cairns mentions past rumors of secret talks between unionist party leaders but suggests there has been no serious movement towards a merger.
Paul Givan as he faces a No Confidence Motion Over Israel Trip
Q: What would you give the executive making it to May 2027 out of 10?
The Minister believes it's likely to survive but does not provide a direct rating.
Paul Givan as he faces a No Confidence Motion Over Israel Trip
Q: Are relations as bad as they look on the surface?
The Minister believes that while relations are not conducive to positive situations, he does not see the institutions as collapsing.

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Focusing on the political landscape of Northern Ireland, the content encompasses topical discussions around current events, power-sharing agreements, and the inner workings of local parties. Themes like governance, public sentiment towards political strategies, and socio-economic issues such as gambling addiction and education reform come up frequently, reflecting the complexities of Northern Irish politics. The hosts, with their substantial political background, provide not only news but also in-depth analysis, making it a valuable resource for those interested in understanding the nuances of the region's political scene. Unique aspects include the inclusion of audience questions and local insights, engaging a community that seeks to be in... more

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