Best Club Hurling Podcasts (2025)

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On the field with the Providence Hurling Club 11:39

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Today, we’re getting out of the studio and onto the field with the Providence Hurling Club. That’s hurling with an H- it’s one of the most popular sports in Ireland, but it’s also gaining steam in the United States. Here in Providence, the team has been around for 10 years. And they're pretty good- they've already won two regional championships. Ho…

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The build-up begins to Kilkenny v Tipperary with Adrian Ronan, Michael Walsh and Naoise Waldron. 1:31:16

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It may not be the pairing that most expected but following the Dubs win over Limerick and Tipps defeat of Galway it's Kilkenny v Tipperary in the All-Ireland Semi-Final on Sunday July 6th at 4 pm live on KCLR. Adrian Ronan, Michael Walsh and Naoise Waldron look ahead while also reflecting on dramatic day in Croke Park. As well as all of that the ch…

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The Week Trending: Euromillions Speculation, Dodgy Box Crackdown & Kneecap's Big Week 23:37

3d ago23:37

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Rumours swirl after Cork's lucky €250m Euromillions win, Sky to monitor WhatsApp chats in an attempt to catch dodgy-box users, & Kneecap's Mo Chara stands defiant at Dublin gig after UK court appearance. Sarah McGuinness, political correspondent with the Irish Daily Mail, and Cathal O’Sullivan, assistant producer with 98FM, join The Last Word to di…

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GAA Palestine Set For Irish Tour 9:57

3d ago9:57

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Claire Liddy, social care worker and co-founder of GAA Palestine explained the origins of the only GAA club in the West Bank and what the club means for young players as they plan a trip to Ireland this summer for a series of games around the country. To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.…

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Why Is Ireland So Expensive? 13:15

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New figures released by Eurostat show that Ireland is now the second most expensive country in the EU for goods and services. Meanwhile, the prices of alcohol and tobacco are more than double the EU average, making them the most expensive in the EU. Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent and Adrian Cummins, Chief Executi…

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Every Instinct You've Ever Had Is Wrong 30:40

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Welcome to our weekly World Service taster menu which this week includes Dion Fanning and Rory Smith on Trent, the Spurs killjoys, sacking Ange and hiring Thomas Frank. Plus there's Gavin Cooney on the rights and wrongs of Ireland welcoming the Trump aligned NFL to Dublin, the wildly popular new slot "Lions Watch", all the best GAA and rugby covera…

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Lord Henry Mount Charles Dies Aged 74 11:52

4d ago11:52

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Lord Henry Mount Charles, the man who introduced concerts at his iconic home of Slane Castle in Co. Meath, has died. His death was announced on Thursday morning after fighting “a long and valiant battle with cancer”. There have been 26 concerts altogether which included U2, The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Madonna and Bruce Springsteen. Lise Hand a…

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Tech Thursday: Sky Issues Warning About ‘Consequences’ Of Using Dodgy Boxes 10:47

4d ago10:47

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Sky Ireland has warned dodgy box users of “consequences” if they’re caught illegally streaming through their so-called dodgy boxes. Tech expert Andy O’Donoghue spoke to Ian Guider on Thursday’s The Last Word. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the piece.

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Survivor runner up and Brown Ph.D. student Eva Erickson 17:47

4d ago17:47

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The runner-up in the latest season of Survivor lives right here in Rhode Island. Eva Erickson is a Brown University Ph.D. candidate and the first openly autistic person to compete on the show. She joins host Edward Fitzpatrick to talk about Survivor, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and her work studying seal whiskers. Tips and ideas? Email us at rinews@glob…

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Plans For Over 400 Beds 1km From UCD Opposed By Residents 5:44

4d ago5:44

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Planning permission has been sought for 439 purpose-built student bed spaces in Clonskeagh, Dublin 6. The site is just 1km from UCD’s main campus, but it has been met with opposition from residents. Ian Guider joined Will O’Callaghan for Wednesday’s business news. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the conversation.…

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Developing Hurling in Emerging Counties - with Ronan Sheehan 1:17:03

4d ago1:17:03

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Hosted by: Ciaran Deely (DSS Coaching) Guest: Ronan Sheehan (Manager, Down Senior Hurling Team) In this compelling episode of The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series, Ciaran is joined by Ronan Sheehan, the influential manager of the Down Senior Hurling Team. Since taking over in 2019, Ronan has guided Down's promotion from the Christy Ring Cup, m…

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Culture Club: Ian Leslie 29:50

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On this week’s Culture Club, Will O’Callaghan was joined by Ian Leslie, author of the acclaimed book ‘John and Paul: A Love Story In Songs’. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear all his choices.

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Personal Finance: Irish Holiday Makers Getting Stung By Car Rental Companies 11:45

5d ago11:45

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Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent had some tips on how to manage costs when hiring a car abroad. Charlie also explained why an almost 50% increase in cattle prices could be passed on to the consumer in terms of food inflation. To catch the full conversation, press the play button on this page.…

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Smartphone Bans Have Little Or No Impact On Wellbeing: DCU Study 9:29

5d ago9:29

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A study from the Anti-Bullying Centre at DUC has found that banning smartphones in schools has little or no impact on education, the wellbeing of students or online bullying. Dr Megan Reynolds, Postdoctoral Researcher at Dublin City University and Lead Author outlined the findings of the report. To catch the full conversation, press the play button…

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Kneecap’s Mo Chara Released On Unconditional Bail After UK Terror Case Adjourned 7:51

5d ago7:51

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Kneecap rapper Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, who was charged with a terror offence in May by the Metropolitan Police, has been released on unconditional bail and will reappear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on August 20th. The 27-year-old, whose stage name is Mo Chara, is accused of displaying a flag in support of Hezbollah at a gig in November 2024. Emil…

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Ep. 149 - Singing in the 'rain' in Limerick?? 1:08:28

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Episode 149 of the Premier 'View' sees Sean Smith joined by the mafioso of Colm Purcell, Stephen Cronin & Noel Dundon. In a bumper 149th edition the main topic of conversation is the Trip to Frank McCourt's rainy Limerick and Galway in the opposition corner. Two years ago Tipp came up short and a role reversal will be needed Saturday to truly accep…

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The Last Word On The US: Trump Exits G7 Summit With A Warning For Iran 14:22

6d ago14:22

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US President Donald Trump left a meeting of G7 leaders in Canada early after warning that "everyone should evacuate Tehran" as attacks between Israel and Iran continue to escalate. Marion McKeone and Larry Donnelly join The Last Word to discuss all of the latest news from the United States. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this …

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How Does The New Opt-Out Organ Donation System Work? 14:04

6d ago14:04

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New legislation introducing an opt-out system of consent for organ donation in Ireland has come into effect. Priscilla Lynch, clinical editor with the Medical Independent, and Joe O’Brien, executive director at the Irish Council for Civil Liberties, join The Last Word to discuss how this new system will work. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Pl…

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Ep 3274: McConville's Men Get It Done, Mayo Go Lose By One, And Lots Of Other Football Fun - 16/06/25 49:25

7d ago49:25

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Another insane weekend of Gaelic football, and finally we have some teams departing the scene - including, most chaotically of all, Mayo. They conceded a last-second score to a team who needed it not even a small little bit, and they, Derry, Roscommon and Clare are gone. Former Galway player Barry Cullinane is on the line to chart his old team's pr…

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Is The Club World Cup The Most Pointless Tournament In Football? 11:39

7d ago11:39

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The Club World Cup kicked off over the weekend and on Sunday, Bayern Munich hammered Auckland City 10-0. After gruelling domestic seasons and ever-increasing fixture schedules, is the appetite there – from both players and fans alike – for another major football tournament? Miguel Delaney, Chief Football Writer with The Independent, spoke to Will O…

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Dark Clouds On Economic Horizon Warns Tanaiste 11:06

7d ago11:06

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As the National Economic Dialogue took place in Dublin Castle, Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe warned of ‘dark clouds’ on Ireland’s economic horizon. Daniel McConnell, editor, Business Post and Owen Reidy, General Secretary of the Irish Congress of Trade Unions discussed concerns raised over Ireland’s reliance on corporation tax and the threats ah…

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The Last Word On Travel: Tunisia 10:48

7d ago10:48

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Sinéad Kennedy, travel expert and host of Wellness Activity Breaks, joins The Last Word to talk all about her recent visit to Tunisia and why she thinks it the ideal trip for holidaymakers looking to explore beyond typical sun destinations. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!…

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Ep 3273: Duffer's Stance On Trance, Komodo And Kalimotxos, ICE And Infantino's Club World Cup - 16/06/25 58:33

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Today's football show contains all the meats of the football stew, from local LOI beefs to the state of the world game. First we chat to David Sneyd about where exactly things stand in the League of Ireland season, a season in which Damien Duff and Stephen Bradley are at each other's throats. Why? Because of Italian trance classic, Komodo by Mauro …

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Michael Walsh, Adrian Ronan and Brian Flannery on the All-Ireland series plus Niall Bergin reflects on Kilkenny minor's defeat 1:03:23

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Kilkenny will play the winner of Dublin and Limerick in the All-Ireland Semi-Final while Tipperary will face Galway with the winner meeting Cork. On the KCLR Hurling podcast we chat to Michael Walsh, Adrian Ronan and Brian Flannery about the championship so far and what lies ahead. As well as all of that we hear from Kilkenny minor manager Niall Be…

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The Week Trending: The Freedom Flotilla, US Senator Tackled At A Press Conference & Changes To The Confirmation Pledge 28:10

10d ago28:10

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Greta Thunberg and other activists on a Gaza-bound boat are deported by Israel, a Democratic US Senator is arrested and handcuffed at an immigration briefing in LA, and the Confirmation pledge gets a 21st century update. Author and journalist Aoife Barry and Eoghan Thomas McDermott, managing director at the Communications Clinic, join The Last Word…

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Ireland May Need To Generate Nuclear Power To Meet Demand: EirGrid 6:16

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In the Last Word on Business, Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, explained why EriGrid's chairman in a statement said nuclear power generation should be considered. To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' button on this page.

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The Last Word On The Environment: Your Questions Answered 34:50

10d ago34:50

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To mark the 200th episode of The Last Word’s environment slot, Matt conducted a Q&A with John Gibbons with all the queries coming from you, the listeners. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear all of John’s answers.

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How Irish Came To Be The First Language Spoken In Iceland 14:53

11d ago14:53

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Manchán Magan joins The Last Word to discuss the forgotten presence of Irish monks, migrants and storytellers in Iceland and how the two island nations have more in common than is often remembered. He uncovers all of this in his latest book 'Ireland in Iceland: Gaelic Remnants in a Nordic Land'. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on …

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Tech Thursday: More Of The Best Home Security Tech 8:36

11d ago8:36

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Andy O'Donoghue joins The Last Word to continue his review of the best home security equipment and this time he has tech for inside the home, including smoke alarms, water leak detectors and smart plugs. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

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Culture Club: Peter Hanly 31:51

12d ago31:51

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Writer and actor Peter Hanly spoke to Matt about his upcoming play What Are You Afraid Of? A well known actor of stage, TV and film for many years, the play deals with Peter's experience of stage-fright and the impact on his career. Peter also discussed his favourite books, music, TV, film and more. To catch the full conversation, press the 'play' …

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One In Ten Irish Households Are Worth More Than €1m 6:10

12d ago6:10

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10 per cent of Irish households have a net wealth of more than €1 million while the bottom 10 per cent are worth less than €2,400, according to new figures from Central Statistics Office. Ian Guider, columnist with the Business Post, joins The Last Word to discuss this CSO data and more of the latest business news. Catch the full chat by pressing t…

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Caring About The Club World Cup, No RTE Panel, Box To Box, Transcendent Tennis 31:10

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Welcome to our weekly World Service taster menu which this week includes Tim Vickery on South America's keen interest in Infantino's Club World Cup, Dion Fanning and David Sneyd on RTE's panel, Ire V Lux and Tuchel's tricky start to life as England coach. We also discuss football midfielders' brain power requirements, transcendent tennis, we previe…

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1 In 4 Irish Couples Spend Up To €50k On Their Wedding 12:13

12d ago12:13

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According to research carried out by Raisin Bank, the average budget for a wedding in Ireland is between €10,000 and €20,000. It also found that 45% of those surveyed were willing to go into debt to cover the cost of the big day, with 1 in 4 couples spending up to €50,000. Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent, spoke to…

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Ep. 148 - Nowlan or nowhere - 20's deliver. Seniors in knockout action. Munster hurling - WOW 52:03

12d ago52:03

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Episode 148 of The Premier 'View' sees Sean back in the hotseat with Noel Dundon & Stephen Cronin. Another underage title brings our tally to 12 at the grade as the 20's make hay in Nowlan park. Things are developing nicely for Tipp development wise and the lads look at the success over the last while. Preliminary Quarters are upon us and Liam Cahi…

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The Last Word On Travel: Summer Holiday Essentials 11:46

13d ago11:46

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Sarah Slattery from travelexpert.ie joins The Last Word to talk through her top tips and accessories in order to have a five-star travel experience this summer. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

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The Last Word On The US: Trumps Deploys Marines To L.A. As Riots Escalate 15:59

13d ago15:59

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US President Donald Trump has ordered the deployment of the Marine Corps to Los Angeles as protests over immigration raids continue across the city. Marion McKeone and Larry Donnelly join The Last Word to discuss the escalating tensions in LA and more of the latest news from the US. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!…

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How To Make Irish Communities More Autism-Friendly 11:26

13d ago11:26

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AsIAm and PTSB have launched the 2025 Autism Friendly Towns Initiative, which asks villages, towns and cities around Ireland to become genuinely inclusive to autistic people in their communities. Adam Harris, Chief Executive of AsIAm, joined Matt on Tuesday to explain the initiative further and highlight how you can get involved. Hit the ‘Play’ but…

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Cork Crowned Munster Senior Hurling Champions After Dramatic Win Over Limerick 13:44

13d ago13:44

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Cork put a stop to Limerick’s bid for 7 Munster titles in a row on Saturday night when they beat John Kiely’s side after extra time and penalties. Elsewhere, Kilkenny made it 6 titles in a row in Leinster as they overcame Galway at Croke Park on Sunday. Matt spoke to Off The Ball’s Will O’Callaghan and John McIntyre about the weekend’s action. Hit …

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How Social Media Has Developed An Obsession With “Extreme Thinness” 11:44

13d ago11:44

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Last week, TikTok blocked users from searching the term “#skinnytok”, after critics suggested it directs people towards content that “idolises extreme thinness”. The content associated with the hashtag included workout routines and what users eat in a day. But how effective will TikTok's move be, and should social media giants do more to prevent su…

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Coaching the Goalkeeper in Gaelic Games - with Dr. Donal Hughes 1:13:52

13d ago1:13:52

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Hosted by: Ciaran Deely (DSS Coaching) Guest: Dr Donal Hughes (Goalkeeping Coach, Academic & Innovator) In this engaging episode of The Locker Room Podcast – Coaching Series, Ciaran sits down with Dr Donal Hughes, one of the most forward-thinking voices in Gaelic football goalkeeping. With a coaching approach shaped by experience, innovation, and a…

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Opposition Parties Criticise Proposed End To Rent Pressure Zones 11:56

14d ago11:56

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Conor Sheehan, Labour housing spokesperson and Pat Davitt, CEO, Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers debate the use of rent pressures zones and proposals to remove rent caps. To listen to the full conversation, press the ‘play’ button on this page.

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Ep 3267: Cork Take Limerick In Epic, Lilies In Bloom, TV Killed The Podcast Star - 09/06/25 58:46

14d ago58:46

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Cork won a Munster final that "began at tea-time and didn't finish until bed-time", as Denis Walsh put it on Saturday night - a win on penalties over Limerick after a raucous, controversial, enthralling match that was perfect in its imperfection, as Jamie Wall explains to us. Kilkenny won a sixth Leinster title in a row, but the real headlines from…

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Ep 3267: Nations League Finale, The Ronaldo Reign, Lux Redux, Godwin Author Joseph O'Neill In Studio - 09/06/25 1:14:01

14d ago1:14:01

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The Nations League final four turned out to be pretty good but it's clear that what international football needs right now is to reverse the FIFA diktat to make every emotional stadium moment sound the exact same. We talk about Ireland's draw with Senegal and look ahead to tomorrow's season-closing friendly in Luxembourg, before the PEN/Faulkner Aw…

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R.I. campuses in crisis: 'An attack on the entire higher education sector' 15:17

14d ago15:17

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Colleges and universities across the country are under intense pressure from the federal government, both financially and politically, and Rhode Island’s institutions of higher learning are no exception. For the latest episode of Rhode Island PBS Weekly, Globe Rhode Island’s Steph Machado sat down with Dan Eagan, the president of the Association of…