Highlights From Moncrieff

With the Taoiseach announcing that Ireland will adopt the IHRA definition of antisemitism, what does this mean, and will it cause problems?Joining Seán to discuss is Dr Barry Cannon, Associate Professor of Sociology at Maynooth University, who has been expressing a view on this in the Irish Times today…

With the news that Buffy the Vampire Slayer is making a return to our screens, we’ve been taking a deep dive into the archive to re-examine a famous episode of the series which featured the Irish language…Joining Seán to discuss is Film Critic and fan, Brian Lloyd.

Are we washing our clothes too much?Well, according to the French, it's time to step away from the washing machine and let our smelly clothes breathe...Advice from the French government’s Ecological Transition Agency has sparked a debate about whether we’re wasting far too much electricity and water doing the washing.Author Laura De Barra joins Seán to discuss.

You may have a parent, or elderly loved one whose driving may have become problematic…But, why do some elderly find it so hard when it comes to giving up driving? And, when is the right time for them to quit?Mary Kenny, Journalist for the Irish Independent, joins Seán to discuss.

The term ‘mummy makeover’ is something that gets a lot of bad press...But, what does having a tummy tuck and breast reduction really involve?Dr Laura Lenihan is two weeks post surgery, and she has been documenting her recovery... She joins Seán to discuss.

Seán's guest was given a book as a gift - and to her surprise, it was seemingly written by AI, and about her!What's worrying to most authors, however, is that it only took about a minute to make...Zoe Kleinman, Technology Editor with BBC News, joins Seán to discuss.

Your wedding is a day you’ll never forget, and now, many couples are including their beloved pets as part of their big day.But, how do you make sure that your dog isn’t over excited walking down the aisle with you? And how do you get rid of your pet after the ceremony and photos so that you can dance the night away in peace?Rebecca McBride has found a niche in the market and she works as a dog chaperone for weddings. She joins Seán to discuss.

How often do you and your other half talk about money?Finances can make or break a couple – from savings to secret accounts…So, what are the big questions couples need to be asking each other as part of a healthy relationship with each other and with money?Money Coach Kel Galavan joins Seán to discuss.

There has been a long running debate over whether video games influence people in such a way that they can be a root cause of horrific acts like school shootings.But, a new game called ‘The Final Exam’ is aiming to have the exact opposite effect.Patricia Oliver, Co-Founder of Change the Ref joins Seán to discuss.Image: Change the Ref

'Micro pettiness' are small acts of revenge that the affected part might not even notice. Do you have these tiny bits of revenge? Or are you a victim of it?Henry McKean has been speaking with the public, and joins Seán to share what he's heard.

Seán was joined on this weeks Movies & Booze by Fionnuala Jones, Chris Wasser & Michelle Lawlor

The conversational phenomenon of ‘boomerasking’ has now become such an irritating characteristic that the Wall Street Journal has issued a plea for it to be stopped. But what is it and are you guilty of it? Kirsty Blake Knox, Columnist with the Irish Independent tells Seán all about it

It was quite the display of tech bros and political pals at Trump’s inauguration between Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos. We’re diving into Trump and his cronies messy past – specifically they’re relationships and public break ups. Seán spoke to Alicia Mintz who is the co-host of the Trashy Divorces Podcast which takes a look at when relationships go bad.

Social psychologist at University College London and author of The Science of Racism: Everything you need to know but probably don't - yet Keon West spoke to Sean about his book.

Newstalk Reporter Henry McKean brings us the dos and don't of gym etiquette and tells how Pat Henry is closing his gym after 40 years.

The world’s first stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s timeless classic Dr. Strangelove will make its Irish debut at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre next Wednesday running from the 5th to the 22nd of February. Sean speaks to Armando Lannucci, Multi Award winning satirist, writer, director & producer

Most people would have learned about the Norman Invasion of Ireland back at the end of primary school, or the start of secondary school.So, the details might be somewhat hazy in your mind, but that may not be a bad thing as much of what we learned was a story told primarily from the perspective of the invader rather than the invaded. Indeed, it’s not even referred to as the Norman Invasion anymore!Dr Seán Ó Hoireabhard is a Lecturer in Medieval History at Maynooth University and the author of a new book focussing on the invasion as experienced by the native Irish Kings. It’s called ‘The Medieval Irish Kings and the English Invasion’. Seán joins Seán to discuss.Image: British Heritage Travel

Vasculitis is a rare condition that constricts blood vessels and can lead to loss of function or degeneration of certain parts of the body.In the case of Jayne Hardman, the disorder took her nose, but as she puts it, she now has several to choose from.Jayne Hardman is Patient Advocate for Vasculitis UK and joins Seán to discuss.

‘The Great Wave off Kanagawa’ remains one of the most iconic and mass-produced images in the world, from its original printing almost 200 years ago, to its appearance on t-shirts and handbags today. The National Museum of Ireland has prints on display in Collins Barracks from the same collection of Mount Fuji prints, which offer an intriguing insight into the artist himself.Joining Seán to discuss is Dr. Siobhan Doyle, Curator at the National Museum of Ireland, who looks after these prints…

Could you end up losing your job over something you post on social media?The answer appears to be yes... and now, employers are entitled to step in when an employee posts something online in their private time if it could damage their reputation.For more on this, Seán is joined by Michael O’Doherty, Barrister, Lecturer and author of ‘Internet Law’...