Best Niall Boylan Podcasts (2025)

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#461 Soup Runs:Lifeline or Lifelong Trap? 54:39

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6h ago54:39

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In this episode, Niall sits down with Chris O’Reilly from the Liberty Soup Run, a grassroots group that has been serving Dublin’s homeless community for the past 7 years. With 30 volunteers and two vans operating five nights a week, Liberty Soup Run provides not only food but a vital lifeline to people living rough on the streets. Chris shares powe…

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Does Ireland Have A Future For Young People? Part 1 25:34

22h ago25:34

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Niall chats about young people fleeing the country because they have nothing to stay for

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#462 Stream If You Dare But Sky Might Be Peeking 1:02:56

6h ago1:02:56

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In this thought-provoking episode, Niall sits down with outspoken journalist Ian O'Doherty to unpack the controversial crackdown on so-called "dodgy boxes" — devices that allow illegal streaming of sports, movies, and premium TV content. With the Data Protection Commission now engaging with Sky over the company's use of personal data to pursue ille…

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Does Ireland Have A Future For Young People? Part 2 26:40

22h ago26:40

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Niall chats about young people fleeing the country because they have nothing to stay for

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Does Age Difference Really Matter In A Relationship? Part 2 25:23

22h ago25:23

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Niall discusses if it's okay for a 39 year old woman to be dating a college student

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Does Age Difference Really Matter In A Relationship? Part 1 25:52

22h ago25:52

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Niall discusses if it's okay for a 39 year old woman to be dating a college student

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#460 This Old Couger Is Stealing My Son 51:35

1d ago51:35

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In this powerful and emotional episode of The Open Line with Niall, we ask the question: Are age gaps in relationships a real concern—or just social bias? Niall reads a gripping email from a distressed mother whose 19-year-old son—fresh into college—has fallen head over heels for a woman twice his age. Julie, 39 (or so she claims), is divorced with…

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#459 Are Young People Right To Leave Ireland 55:00

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In this explosive episode of The Open Line with Niall, we dive deep into the reaction to Niall’s viral tweet from the day before: "I’ve reached the point where I’m done worrying about young people leaving this country. In fact, I’d urge them to get out while they still can because if they stay, they’ll end up homeless, broke, and stuck in a system …

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Should Job Seekers Allowance Be Increased In The Budget? Part 1 25:54

2d ago25:54

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Niall discusses if increases to the Job Seekers Allowance payment should be removed from the Budget.

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Plus Size Travellers Refusing To Pay For Extra Seat - Part 1 26:22

2d ago26:22

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Niall asks if airlines should make it mandatory for passengers to pay extra if they are plus sized

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Should Job Seekers Allowance Be Increased In The Budget? Part 2 26:33

2d ago26:33

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Niall discusses if increases to the Job Seekers Allowance payment should be removed from the Budget.

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Plus Size Travellers Refusing To Pay For Extra Seat - Part 2 26:21

2d ago26:21

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Niall asks if airlines should make it mandatory for passengers to pay extra if they are plus sized

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#458 Bigger Body, Should Book Two Seats? 1:08:43

2d ago1:08:43

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In this emotionally charged episode, Niall dives into one of the most talked-about travel debates: Should plus-size passengers be required to book an extra seat on flights? Inspired by viral content from plus-size travel influencer Kirsty Leanne, who unapologetically refuses to pay for more space—even when it upsets fellow passengers—Niall opens th…

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#457 No Rise for the Jobseekers? 56:28

2d ago56:28

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In this fiery episode, Niall opens the phone lines to callers across the country to weigh in on the government’s decision not to raise the Jobseeker’s Allowance in Budget 2026. While pensioners look set for an increase, the unemployed have been left out – and people have a lot to say about it. With contributions from concerned citizens, former jobs…

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Sex Education In Schools - Part 2 25:47

3d ago25:47

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Niall discusses if sex education in schools is age appropriate

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Separating Art From The Artist - Part 1 26:23

3d ago26:23

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Niall asks if it's acceptable to like a song if you don't like the singer

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Sex Education In Schools - Part 1 26:05

3d ago26:05

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Niall discusses if sex education in schools is age appropriate

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Separating Art From The Artist - Part 2 26:01

3d ago26:01

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Niall asks if it's acceptable to like a song if you don't like the singer

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#455 Sex Education: Who Should Be Teaching Our Children?" 52:58

3d ago52:58

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In this heated and thought-provoking episode, Niall opens the phone lines to tackle one of the most controversial questions facing parents, educators, and lawmakers today: Should young children between the ages of 8 and 16 receive sex and relationship education in school? As society changes and kids are exposed to more information — and misinformat…

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#456 Can You Separate the Art from the Artist? 1:06:10

3d ago1:06:10

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In this thought-provoking episode, Niall asks a powerful and controversial question: Should we still listen to the music of artists accused or convicted of serious crimes — especially against children? From R. Kelly to Gary Glitter, Michael Jackson to others, their work has left an undeniable mark on pop culture — but should their songs still be pl…

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#454 Should A Mother Pay Her Sons Drug Debt? 1:04:07

7d ago1:04:07

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In this emotionally charged episode of Late Lines with Niall, we hear from a heartbroken single mother who discovered drugs in her teenage son’s bedroom. After confronting him, he admitted to selling them at school — not to use them — but to make money and ease the financial pressure on their struggling household. The twist? The drugs didn’t belong…

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#453 Has the Catholic Church Done More Good Than Bad? 54:11

7d ago54:11

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On todays episode with Niall, we’re diving into one of Ireland’s most contentious and emotionally charged questions: Has the Catholic Church, despite its well-documented failures, actually done more good than bad? Niall is joined in studio by journalist Jason Osborne to unpack a provocative column written by Laura Perrins, published in Gript. In he…

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Right to a home Part 2 26:23

8d ago26:23

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Niall discusses the right to having a home being in the constitution

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Right to a home Part 1 24:42

8d ago24:42

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Niall discusses the right to having a home being in the constitution

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Penalty Points for a Friend 25:12

8d ago25:12

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Niall asks would you take penalty points for someone else

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Right to a home Part 3 26:01

8d ago26:01

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Niall discusses the right to having a home being in the constitution

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#451 Should Housing Be a constitutional Right? 1:20:40

8d ago1:20:40

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In this episode, Niall dives into one of the most heated discussions in Ireland today: Should the Constitution be changed to guarantee every citizen the right to housing? Broadcasting live, Niall opens the lines to callers from across the country—and the opinions couldn't be more divided. Some callers strongly support the idea: “Housing should be a…

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#452 Would You Take Penalty Points For A Family Member? 44:21

8d ago44:21

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In this gripping episode, Niall reads out a real email from a listener caught between loyalty and legality. The listener's brother—already sitting on 9 penalty points—was caught speeding again and is now begging him to take the fall by accepting the penalty points on his own licence. “He says he was only doing 135 km/h on the M1 and can’t afford to…

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Social Media and Kids Part 1 25:36

9d ago25:36

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Niall discusses kids using social media and the new age verification

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Social Media and Kids Part 2 25:35

9d ago25:35

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Niall discusses kids using social media and the new age verificatio

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Children visiting Jail Part 2 25:35

9d ago25:35

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Niall discusses if children should go and visit relatives in jail

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Children visiting Jail Part 1 26:02

9d ago26:02

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Niall discusses if children should go and visit relatives in jail

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#449 Should Kids Be on Social Media? 52:54

9d ago52:54

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In this episode, Niall dives into the heated debate over children's access to social media following the rollout of a new age verification system under Ireland’s Online Safety Code. He’s joined by Eric Nelligan, school teacher and spokesperson for the political party Aontú, to explore what this new code means in practice, how effective age checks m…

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#450 Should Children Visit a Parent in Prison? 1:06:09

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In this powerful and emotional episode, Niall shares an email from a listener named Tina, a mother of two young children whose husband has recently been sent to prison for several years. With the details of the case kept private, Tina asks for public input on a deeply personal question: Should she bring the children to visit their father in jail? T…

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Who's fault is inflation part 1 25:33

10d ago25:33

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Niall discusses who is to blame for the increase in cost of living

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Who's fault is inflation part 2 25:51

10d ago25:51

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Niall discusses who is to blame for the increase in cost of living

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Is chivalry dead? Part 1 27:57

10d ago27:57

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Niall discusses who should pay on a 1st date?

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Is chivalry dead? Part 2 23:27

10d ago23:27

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Niall discusses who should pay on a 1st date?

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#447 Who's Really to Blame for 65% Inflation? 55:15

10d ago55:15

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In this explosive episode of The Niall Boylan Show, Niall tackles one of the most pressing issues facing Irish households today—a staggering 65% inflation rate over the last decade. Joining Niall to break it all down is financial expert Karl Deeter, who explains the forces behind rising prices—from housing to food to fuel—and why so many people fee…

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#448 Has Chivalry Died Or Just Evolved? 1:00:02

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In this lively and heartfelt episode of The Niall Boylan Show, Niall dives into a fiery question that struck a chord with listeners across the country: "Has chivalry died?" The debate was sparked by a listener’s powerful email, where he shared a shocking first date experience. After chatting for weeks with a woman he met on Tinder, they finally wen…

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Emotional damage porn can do Part 2 26:11

14d ago26:11

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Niall discusses the emotional damage porn can do in a relationship

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The Baby Blueprint; Playing DNA god Part 2 25:55

14d ago25:55

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Niall discusses the new trend of using 3 different DNA's to create a baby

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Emotional damage porn can do Part 1 25:01

14d ago25:01

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Niall discusses the emotional damage porn can do in a relationship

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The Baby Blueprint; Playing DNA god Part 1 25:44

14d ago25:44

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Niall discusses the new trend of using 3 different DNA's to create a baby

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#445 Three Person Babies,Breakthrough or Playing God? 53:55

14d ago53:55

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In this powerful episode of Ireland Talks, host Niall takes on one of the most provocative developments in modern medicine — the birth of eight babies in the UK using DNA from three people to prevent fatal genetic conditions. Is this the beginning of a new era in healthcare, or are we crossing a dangerous ethical line? We hear from callers with mix…

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#446 Can You Trust a Porn User? 53:37

14d ago53:37

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Ireland Talks, Niall opens up the lines to discuss a question that’s stirring emotions in homes across the country: Can a woman — or anyone — feel truly emotionally safe when their partner regularly watches porn? Prompted by a listener’s heartbreaking message, the show explores the emotional fallout t…