Best Sean Frost Podcasts (2025)

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How to do Stuff: Stifling Laughter 10:28

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Life can be full of confusing things, but no need to worry! Every Wednesday, Simon Tierney will be showing you ‘How to do Stuff’ - bringing his best tips for those things you might not think about. This week, Simon joins Kieran to discuss how not to stifle a laugh in awkward moments!

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Planning exemptions to be made on extensions for older people 20:01

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The Government is preparing major changes to planning laws, including proposals to allow attic conversions, garden cabins, and home extensions for elderly relatives without planning permission. It’s a move aimed at relieving pressure on the housing system and speeding up development. But questions remain about the effectiveness of these plans and w…

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Tech Takeover: Age verification on adult sites 8:41

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France will be making a big change in July, which requires people to upload a form of identification online to be able to access pornographic sites, which has prompted sites to preemptively shut down in protest. Newstalk's Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly joins Kieran to discuss this, and how it might be introduced here through the Online Safety…

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Protest brings traffic to a standstill around CityWest 20:58

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30 or so cars have made their way to the N7 for a protest that is being held around CityWest. Its aim is to stop the Government from buying the CityWest hotel in an expansion plan for asylum seeker accommodation. Newstalk Reporter Barry Whyte is there, and joins Kieran to discuss. Also joining is Linda de Courcy, Independent Ireland Councillor for …

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Paralympian Ellen Keane on the importance of accessible fashion 9:00

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Today, Penneys launched the findings of its latest Pulse of the Nation Index, conducted by Amárach Research, which revealed that 40% of the general public believe that disabled people are treated unfairly in Ireland. Paralympian and disability advocate, Ellen Keane, says that disabled people should no longer be an afterthought in fashion conversati…

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What it’s like onboard a Gaza aid ship 8:53

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Dundalk Film Maker, Fiona Thompson was on board the MV Rachel Corrie aid ship en route to Gaza back in 2010, when the crew of 11 people was detained. She managed to hold onto footage recorded in secret while on board. She joins Kieran to discuss the experience…

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What are the micro stresses in your life? - Henry McKean Asks 11:54

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As the phrase goes, don’t sweat the small stuff, but a new study says micro stresses like traffic or losing your keys can trigger the same exhaustion as a single major life event! To discuss further, Kieran is joined by Newstalk’s Henry McKean.

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The Ultimate Guide: Vietnam 13:57

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Every week for The Ultimate Guide on The Hard Shoulder, Fionn Davenport takes a closer look at some of the fantastic destinations to visit around the world. This week, Fionn joined Kieran Cuddihy to give his travel tips if you ever find yourself in Vietnam!

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Would you prefer a world without the internet? 9:05

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A new study has found that almost half of young people would prefer a world without the internet, with many even opting for a digital detox. But, what would a world without it look like for a generation who have never known a world without it? Joining Kieran to discuss is Jane Cowan, Student and Irish Examiner Columnist and Richard Hogan, Family Ps…

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The Bookshelf with Tony Cantwell 14:25

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Comedian Tony Cantwell, who will be doing his first solo show in two years ‘You Cry Weird’ at the Dublin Fringe on September 12th, joins Kieran to place his favourite book on The Hard Shoulder Bookshelf!

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Are Ireland’s bail laws too lax? 7:35

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In 2024, suspects in over 400,000 crimes were out on bail. Are Ireland's bail laws too lax? In high profile crimes, is the argument that the system sometimes prioritises the presumption of innocence, over public safety, a valid question? Joining Kieran to discuss is Independent MEP for Ireland South, Michael McNamara.…

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Liam Cunningham on the aid ship aiming to break Israel’s blockade 12:10

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An aid ship has headed to Gaza from Sicily, aiming at breaking Israel’s blockade. Greta Thunberg is on it, and Kieran’s guest was in Sicily for a few days lending his support. Actor Liam Cunningham joins to discuss.

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Do we need a national database for dog microchips? 8:12

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Calls have been made for a national database for dog microchip registration to replace the current four database system to aid a crackdown on dog breeding regulation, and enable dog wardens to identify the dogs involved in attacks on livestock… But, how essential is a central database? Joining Kieran to discuss is Maeve O'Connell, Fine Gael TD for …

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How easy is it to buy guns on the dark web? 6:21

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Evan Fitzgerald was on bail for gun charges when he entered a Carlow shopping centre yesterday and fired shots, before fatally shooting himself. Last year, he was caught with guns and ammunition which he admitted to having bought on the 'dark web', a part of the internet where users operate through anonymity. But, what is the dark web, how common i…

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Pedestrians and cyclists urged to “Be Sound” to each other on shared greenways 7:09

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Pedestrians and Cyclists need to “Be Sound” to each other on shared greenways. Officials from Dublin City Council are soon to launch an information campaign to “remind all users of their responsibilities” along traffic free paths along Dublin’s canals and rivers. Joining Kieran to discuss this further is Green Party Councilor, Janet Horner.…

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Hello? Hello? Is this thing on?? 25:17

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Aaaaaaaaand we’re back!! PHEW! That was a quick three years! Chris starts this new podcast chapter with a minisode that explains the decision to hit the pause button and focus on being a dad after the birth of his daughter in 2022, why he wanted to come back now, and what to expect with the new show. I mean, it’s pretty much like the old show, but …

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Wade Eastwood On The Stunts Of Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning: An Empire Podcast Interview Special 41:20

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Whether it's Tom Cruise risking his neck underwater, or above ground while clinging to the wing of a biplane, Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning is filled with stunts that might just turn your hair white. That's if you don't lose it completely. That's just one of the side effects discussed in this Empire Podcast interview special, as the fil…

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Adam Frost from BBC Gardeners World, Scale Insects on an Acer & Essential Rose Care! 29:47

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Martin catches up with old friend and BBC Gardeners World Presenter Adam Frost, We have some essential rose care that you need to look at this week and we're also dealing with scale insect on an Acer. Do let us know if you have questions for the live show! 7pm UK time, June 12th 2025 - follow this link to watch: https://youtube.com/live/VPyhiP7mNMw…

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Winners and Sinners 22:43

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This week, Kieran Cuddihy was joined by the presenter of Weekend Breakfast on Today FM, Alison Curtis and Saoirse Hanley, Feature Writer with the Irish Independent to look back on the week that was, but with a few twists…

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Gearóid Farrelly on masculinity, comedy and Dancing with the Stars 12:36

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Comedian and Writer Gearóid Farrelly joins Kieran for a chat while he is on tour for ‘Gearóid Rage’!

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You Are What You Eat: 7 Salads, 7 Days 15:45

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Aisling Larkin, Mindful Eating Coach and TV Chef joins Kieran to discuss how you can make 7 (maybe 6) salads to cover 7 days!

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Sport with Eoin Sheahan 8:51

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Off The Ball's Eoin Sheahan joined Kieran Cuddihy on The Hard Shoulder to review the week in sport and look ahead to the weekend action… Image: @ChampionsLeague on X / Twitter

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Neil Prendeville on his infamous Richard Satchwell interviews 10:57

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A jury has found Richard Satchwell guilty of murdering his wife Tina at their home in Youghal, Co Cork, in 2017. Now that the verdict is in, we can cast our minds back to all those interviews that he did after his wife’s death – and in particular, what those who spoke to him during those times made of him... One of those interviewers was Neil Prend…

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Should we ban smoking outdoors in public? - Henry McKean Asks 8:51

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France will ban smoking in all outdoor places that children visit, according to their Health and Family Minister. The ban will come into force from July 1st and will include beaches, parks, public gardens, outside schools, bus stops and sports venues. Ireland was a trend-setter on the indoor smoking ban back in 2004; should we follow France this ti…

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Gerry Adams wins defamation case against the BBC 4:02

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Gerry Adams has won €100,000 in damages over a BBC story about the murder of a British agent. The former Sinn Féin leader alleged he was defamed in a BBC NI Spotlight programme broadcast in 2016 and an accompanying online article, in which an anonymous contributor alleged he sanctioned the 2006 murder of Denis Donaldson. He denies any involvement. …

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What is your favourite building in Ireland? 12:48

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Contenders for Ireland's favourite architectural projects for 2025 have been announced, but what makes a building or public space architecturally excellent? Joining Kieran to discuss is Sinn Féin Housing Spokesperson, Eoin Ó Broin.

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Richard Satchwell found guilty for murder - all the details 14:39

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A jury has found Richard Satchwell guilty of murdering his wife Tina at their home in Youghal, Co Cork, in 2017. Newstalk’s Southern Reporter Jamie O’Hara joins Kieran with all of the details following the conviction.

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Starting In The Middle (with guests Jesse Armstrong, Tim Key, Tom Basden & Carey Mulligan) 1:53:44

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This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees the podteam — Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, James Dyer and Alex Godfrey — get to grips with the definition of in media res, as they discuss some of their favourite films that throw you right into the action. Elsewhere, they talk about the week's movie news, pay tribute to Empire's founding editor Barry M…

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Movies and TV: And Just Like That, Bono: Stories of Surrender, Nonnas 16:37

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Sarina Bellissimo, Broadcaster and Presenter of the Bellissimo Files Podcast and Padraig Wilson McCarthy, Entertainment Journalist joined Kieran Cuddihy on The Hard Shoulder to review the latest TV and movie releases…

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Comedians to examine what a United Ireland would look like! 9:54

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A little later this evening, Alison Spittle will be doing some devious debating and answering the question… what would a United Ireland look like if it really did happen? Others taking part in this mischief will be comedians from North and South of the border and one from across the Irish sea for good measure including Neil Delamere, Oliver Callan,…

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Do we need to manage our energy needs? 10:34

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Oonagh Buckley, Secretary General at the Department of Environment, Climate and Energy, has said that data centres had used up all spare electricity capacity, and it was necessary to prioritise demands. The comments come just days after Taoiseach Micheál Martin once again talked up the importance of data centres and AI and criticised critics of the…

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Annual calls to National Rape Crisis Helpline pass 20,000 for first time 7:43

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Calls to National Rape Crisis Helpline 24-hour helpline surpassed the 20,000 mark for the first time last year… A record-high of 22,700 calls were logged, which is an increase of 20% compared to the previous year, of those seeking support for sexual violence across the country. The figures are contained in the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre’s annual rep…

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Kinahan Sean McGovern arriving today after UAE extradition 14:11

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One of the most senior figures in the Kinahan Organised Crime Group, who is wanted in Ireland to face charges of murder and involvement with a criminal gang, has been extradited from the United Arab Emirates. Sean McGovern has been on a Defence Forces military aircraft, and has been due to land today. Newstalk’s Courts Correspondent Frank Greaney a…

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Should we not wear a suit to a job interview? 8:07

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Stephen Bartlett, Host of the Diary of a CEO Podcast and Dragon Den star stated that he didn’t like one of his job interviewees because he was wearing a suit, but is it wise to follow his example? Trevor Twamley, CEO and Co-Founder of Sport Endorse and Peter Cosgrove, Managing Director of Futurewise join Kieran to discuss.…

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Doctor based in Gaza discusses the devastation he’s witnessed 14:36

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There is news every day of more devastation in Gaza… Gaza's civil defence agency said today that the latest Israeli attacks have killed 44 people, including 23 in a strike on a home in the centre of the Palestinian territory. Kieran is joined by one of those treating patients in a hospital in Khan Younis in Southern Gaza. Dr Tom Potokar joins the s…

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How much of a stigma is still attached to women and DIY? 14:37

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B&Q has been forced to issue an apology after a third-party seller on its site claimed a bathroom cabinet was so “easy to assemble even if you’re a girl”... It is awkward timing for B&Q, considering they’ve just launched a campaign to champion women in trades. So, is there still a continued problem with stereotypes when it involves gender and DIY? …

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The best ways to deal with neck and back pain 6:25

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You might find yourself sitting for hours on end, whether for work and for pleasure, leading to back and neck pain! So, how should you deal with it? Chiropractor Paul Bradley joins Kieran to give his top tips.

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How to do Stuff: Not Forgetting 12:44

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Life can be full of confusing things, but no need to worry! Every Wednesday, Simon Tierney will be showing you ‘How to do Stuff’ - bringing his best tips for those things you might not think about. This week, Simon joins Kieran to discuss how not to forget things!

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College students already concerned about next year - and visas 13:36

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The academic year might only be finishing up, but students are already raising concerns around the obstacles facing them for next year. The lack of accommodation has seen students having to make 8-hour round trips to attend their chosen college course, while there is still uncertainty around the fee structure for next year… Joining Kieran to discus…

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Tech Takeover: AI Agents 7:54

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For this week’s Tech Takeover, Newstalk's Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly joins Kieran to discuss Google’s new announcement of AI agents, that you can use for tasks like online shopping.

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RTÉ in front of Oireachtas Media Committee - what to know 7:06

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RTÉ Director General Kevin Bakhurst and the broadcaster’s leadership team appeared before an Oireachtas Media Committee today. Joining Kieran to discuss what was covered is Alan Kelly, Chair of the Media Committee and Labour TD for Tipperary North.

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Why is cocaine becoming more normalised? 11:36

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40% of treatment for drug problems last year were for cocaine, with a 400% increase in women seeking treatment. Have our attitudes to drugs changed, and is it now becoming more normalised? Kristy Morrison Keating has spoken out online of her own struggles with cocaine and the prevalence among your people. Kristy joins Kieran to discuss, as well as …

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Is Ireland too educated? 8:04

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According to new research from CBRE, Ireland is the most highly educated country in the world. Ireland is the only nation listed in which a majority of adults aged 25–64 have a bachelor’s degree or higher. Has education transformed the country? And if so, is it for the better? Eoin O’Malley is Associate Professor of Politics at DCU, and Mark Henry …

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Are buy now pay later options putting people into unnecessary debt? 8:00

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Customers are now being offered a buy now pay later option when buying low-cost items such as clothes brands like Very or take away through Deliveroo. But could this lead to people ending up in unnecessary debt? Joining Kieran to discuss is Paul Merriman, CEO of Fair Stone & Founder of Ask Paul.

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Supernanny Jo Frost on dealing with backchat from kids! 11:49

8d ago11:49

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She’s been on our screens for decades now, giving parenting advice to parents around the world who need it… Supernanny Jo Frost joins Kieran on The Hard Shoulder!

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The Ultimate Guide: Senior Travel 15:06

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Every week for The Ultimate Guide on The Hard Shoulder, Fionn Davenport takes a closer look at some of the fantastic destinations to visit around the world. This week, Fionn joined Kieran Cuddihy to give his travel recommendations for Gen S, AKA, seniors!

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What to take from the ESRI and Oireachtas Housing Committee meeting 5:02

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A meeting between the ESRI and the Oireachtas Committee on Housing to discuss housing supply for the coming year has just finished up. Joining Kieran to discuss the latest is Newstalk Reporter Jessica Woodlock.

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Should restaurants be more honest about their cleanliness? 10:01

9d ago10:01

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The food safety watchdog is proposing a measure that would see all food premises publicly display signage to show the level of cleanliness and food safety standards of the business. How would the roll out work? Joining Kieran to discuss is Adrian Cummins, CEO of the Restaurant Association of Ireland and Gail Carroll, Director of Regulatory Affairs …

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The Bookshelf with Gordon D’Arcy 17:01

9d ago17:01

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Gordon D’Arcy, former Irish International and co-author of ‘Let’s Play Rugby!’, joins Kieran to place his favourite book on The Hard Shoulder Bookshelf!

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Why are people obsessed with capturing tragedies on video? 12:32

9d ago12:32

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Police and emergency services urged the public not to share footage online after a car hit pedestrians during Liverpool's English Premier League victory parade in the city centre yesterday. Why is our instinct to take and share videos in tragic circumstances? Is it our responsibility or the job of social media companies to hold people accountable? …