Highlights From Moncrieff

If you’ve caught a glimpse of a deer in Ireland, then you’re probably not that lucky. The country is thronged with deer, so much so, that heavy deer management is in place.Over 78,000 deer were culled in Ireland in a 12-month period up to February 28, 2023.Joining Seán to discuss how this works is Damien Hannigan, Spokesperson Irish Deer Commission…

From Netflix documentaries to special diets, there has been more and more talk of so-called ‘Blue Zones’, areas of the world where there is a high concentration of centenarians. But, is it all bogus? And how can we trust the ages of the super old?Joining Seán to discuss is Saul Newman, from the Centre for Longitudinal Studies at University College London, who has just won an Ig Nobel Award for his research in this area…

It's relatively easy to grow carrots in Ireland, but if you wanted to buy them in a shop - you're going to see produce from different countries, and even continents! So, why is this?Seán is joined by Siobhan Walsh, Tillage Editor at the Irish Farmer’s Journal, to discuss.

Emerald Fennell, the director of hits such as Saltburn and Promising Young Woman, has announced that her new adaptation of Wuthering Heights will feature Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi in the title roles, sparking controversy over her decision.Joining Seán to discuss this is author Sam Blake…

Many of the country’s thatched cottage owners are experiencing challenges with regard to insurance, due to the high premiums and lack of companies willing to provide cover.Joining Seán to discuss this is Ciarán MacDonnell, a thatched cottage owner and Founder of the Thatched Insurance Action Group…

The International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery conducts a yearly survey of aesthetic and cosmetic procedures performed worldwide. Among the statistics within that report is a ranking of the most popular cosmetic interventions globally, and breast augmentation is consistently at the top. However, it’s not just larger breasts women want, breast reductions are becoming increasingly popular.Joining Seán to discuss this procedure is Éilís Fitzgerald - Consultant Plastic Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgeon at the Beacon Hospital.

Last month, the Italian Tourism Minister had to resign over an affair he had with an influencer. Now, the Italian police are investigating whether or not this influencer used spy glasses to secretly film in parliament.Newstalk’s Tech Correspondent, Jess Kelly, has her own spy glasses to show off, and joins Seán to explain more.

From late September, Earth will have a second moon.  This second moon is known as a “mini moon” and is extremely rare.  Joining Seán to explain more is David Moore, Editor of Astronomy Ireland Magazine.

Last week at the Ploughing, production company Kite Entertainment were casting for the Irish version of The Traitors. They were looking for good liars. So, are the Irish good at lying? And what happens in a lie detector test?Newstalk’s Henry McKean got to try one, and joins Seán to discuss.

The Gordon Bennett Cup is the longest hot air balloon race in the world. It recently took place, and there was only one female team in the competition. One of those was Deborah Scholes, who joins Seán to discuss.

If you’ve ever stumbled into a hotel room in the wee hours of the morning, you’ll know the temptation to break into the mini-bar can be overwhelming.  However, what happens when you’re slapped with that dreaded mini-bar bill? Is there any way of avoiding it? Seán is joined by Ciara Mooney, Managing Director of Freedom Travel and Solo Travel to find out…

Sally Rooney’s much anticipated new novel ‘Intermezzo’ is set in the world of competitive chess. But, how does it compare to the real scene?Joining Seán to discuss is Mark Watkins, Treasurer of Cork Chess Club, who has been analysing the book for the Irish Examiner.Image: Faber & Faber

While air fryers are all the rage nowadays, there is one thing you probably haven’t imagined preparing in the popular convection oven: a cup of tea. Seán’s guest went viral after being featured on This Morning on ITV yesterday after her guide on how to achieve the perfect air fryer tea. Joining Seán to discuss is influencer Whitney Ainscough from Yorkshire, who uses her air fryer to cook pretty much everything…

Every year many Irish pilgrims visit Medjugorje in Bosnia. Today, the Vatican issued a statement on its process of authentication.Joining Seán to discuss what this means is Michael Kelly, Director of Public Affairs of Aid to the Church in Need and former Editor of The Irish Catholic.Image: Joe Walsh Tours

As the controversy continues over the large amount of gifts accepted by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, what exactly are the rules for public officials accepting gifts here in Ireland? Joining Seán to discuss is Seán Defoe, Political Correspondent for Bauer Media.

As a people, have we become too serious? What do we do nowadays to have fun? With so many responsibilities, where do we find the time?Well, Henry McKean has been out asking the public if they are boring or not and joins Seán to discuss.

It's that time of year again, where your children come home from school pulling the hair off themselves because they are riddled with head lice.But, what are these creatures that invade our homes each year?Carol Johnson is a Trichologist and joins Seán to discuss.

Miley Cyrus is reportedly being sued for alleged copyright infringement over her hit 2023 single ‘Flowers’, by a company that claims it owns a share of the copyright of pop singer Bruno Mars’ ‘When I Was Your Man’.But, seeing as every song released after 2010 sounds the same, are we going to run into this situation more and more in the future?Philip Magee is an Irish Music Producer and joins me Seán to discuss.

Lots of people like to unwind after a hard day's work with a glass of wine, a bottle of beer or even a tipple of gin.Sometimes one becomes 2, and 3 becomes 4. Before you know it, you’re questioning whether or not you have a problem.And if that’s you, you’re not alone. But, what if there was a way to curb your habit, without giving up drinking? Spoiler alert, there is!Joining Seán to discuss is Annabel Fenwick Elliott, Freelance Writer and Editor.

Currently in Ireland, the minimum wage is offered in different bandwidths for those workers who are under the age of 20. Seán’s guest has been arguing in the Irish Times that the minimum wage should be the same for everyone, regardless of age.Jamie Mac Giolla Bhrian, student at DCU and youth activist, joins the show to discuss.