Beste Moncrieff podcasts (2024)

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Movies and Booze 25:05

1d ago25:05

25:05

Seán was joined by Fionnuala Jones, Jean Smullen and Olivia Fahy with thanks to Marks and Spencer. Today's booze: 2023 Marks & Spencer Rustica Sicilian White 2021 Marks & Spencer Araldica Barbera d’Asti DOCG

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What it’s like flying the UK’s first electric airplane

1d ago

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While most vehicles, from cars to buses, are progressively going electric, one area remains sluggish to change: airplanes. Seán’s guest did a test flight in the UK’s first approved electric aircraft. Greg Dickinson, Senior Travel Writer with the Telegraph, joins the show to discuss. Image: The Telegraph…

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Parenting: When is my child old enough for video games? 18:04

3d ago18:04

18:04

Child psychotherapist Joanna Fortune joins Seán Moncrieff to answer your parenting questions… Image: Microsoft

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me & Emma Neill meeting IRL for the first time 48:26

17d ago48:26

48:26

Dublin show: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/growing-up-with-keelin-moncrieff-dublin-05-10-2024/event/180060F3B1D6532F Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesDoor W!ZARD Studios

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100,000 undiscovered plant species still left - how? 7:14

1d ago7:14

7:14

A new botanical study has suggested there are still over 100,000 undiscovered plant species in the world, mostly concentrated in so-called ‘dark spots’. But, where are these dark spots, and what can be done to save the unknown species before they go extinct? Joining Seán to discuss is Dr. Sam Pironon, a biodiversity scientist at Queen Mary Universi…

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Celebrating 20 years of Desperate Housewives! 13:28

1d ago13:28

13:28

20 years ago this week, Desperate Housewives premiered on ABC in America. It went on to become the number 1 TV show in the USA, and lasted for 8 seasons, featuring more than 180 episodes. Like every big show, it also had its dedicated fanbase, with one of those being Ryan Evans, who has spent in the region of $10k on memorabilia for his website Wis…

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The most obscure potato recipes to try 9:05

1d ago9:05

9:05

It’s National Potato Day! Joining Seán to talk about the most obscure things you can do with this country’s prized vegetable is Chef Jack O’Keeffe.

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When do method actors stop acting? 6:54

2d ago6:54

6:54

When method actors take on a role, they live with the character they are portraying. But, when filming ends - how long do they continue being that character before they snap back to reality? Movie Reviewer Brian Lloyd joins Seán to discuss.

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What is the annual Deer Rut Watch? 7:57

2d ago7:57

7:57

It’s Rut Season, and that means the male deer of the country are gearing up for a big October. But, why is this such a spectacle, and why are there watch parties taking place? Joining Seán to discuss is Gillian Stewart, Supervisor Guide at Wicklow Mountains National Park…

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The full story behind Rock Shandy’s invention 5:06

2d ago5:06

5:06

It is a very nostalgic Irish drink that people will remember fondly from their childhood but the pub where the Rock Shandy was invented now features the full story on their wall. Joining Seán to discuss is Nigel O’Rourke, owner of O'Rourke's Tavern in Blackrock in Dublin…

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What is ‘Emophilia’?

2d ago

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You have probably fallen in love - maybe more than once! However, there are some who fall in love so often, it can become problematic: it's called 'Emophilia'. Joining Seán to discuss is Daniel Nelson Jones, Associate Professor of Management and Interdisciplinary Social Psychology at the University of Nevada Reno.…

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Are you posh? - Henry McKean Asks 24:09

2d ago24:09

24:09

What does it mean to be posh? Is it as simple as washing your hands more than once a day? Or do you have to drink tea with a pinky out? Henry McKean has been out asking the public about their poshness, and joins Seán to discuss.

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What is the ‘Joint Standoff Weapon’? 7:50

3d ago7:50

7:50

As part of Joe Biden’s massive financial and weapons package for Ukraine, one particular munition stands out for its longer-range capabilities. It’s called the ‘Joint Standoff Weapon’. But, what exactly is it, and how does it work? Joining Seán to discuss is Jake Epstein, Senior Defence Reporter for Business Insider… Image: Reuters…

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Germany’s strange relationship with cannabis 6:53

3d ago6:53

6:53

Germany legalised the use of cannabis six months ago by introducing a so-called ‘club model’. But, due to classic German red tape issues, movement has been exceptionally slow. So, what’s going on? Joining Seán to discuss is Paul Krantz, a journalist with The Local in Berlin.

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What are your ‘sleep crutches’? 8:07

3d ago8:07

8:07

Do you go to sleep to the sound of waves crashing against rocks? Or does the sound of a river flowing help you drift off? Well, you’re not alone! New research has found that 'green noises' from nature are the most relaxing. However, if you rely on these noises to soothe you to sleep, what happens when you don’t have access to them? Seán is joined b…

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The ethical porn site for women 18:29

3d ago18:29

18:29

A British erotica website aims to deliver ethically made pornography with the female consumer in mind, offering itself as the antithesis of mass-produced American porn. Joining Seán to discuss is Anna Richards, Founder of FrolicMe…

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Why was a fake mountain built in Shanghai? 7:54

5d ago7:54

7:54

While the Chinese are well known for their construction mega projects, a new installation in Shanghai called Twin Hills is literally an artificial mountain. Joining Seán to discuss his experience being there is Oliver Wainwright, Architecture Critic for the Guardian. Image: Shanghai Daily

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Should the Church allow weddings outside of churches? 9:00

5d ago9:00

9:00

A new study from the Iona Institute finds that people are opting less and less for a Church wedding. But, one of the report’s recommendations is for the Church to follow American Catholicism’s lead and allow marriage ceremonies to take place outside of church buildings. Joining Seán to discuss Breda O’Brien, Columnist with the Irish Times and patro…

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Can you separate the art from the artist? 10:29

5d ago10:29

10:29

A new play in London explores the darker side to beloved children’s author Roald Dahl and his antisemitism. It begs the question: can you separate the art from the artist? Joining Seán to discuss is Pop Culture and Entertainment Expert, Deirdre Molumby. Image: Manuel Harlan

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No Irish on number plates - why? 7:15

5d ago7:15

7:15

The regulations for number plates on cars state that the county on the plate should be shown in Irish, but that seems to be disappearing. So, what's going on? Dave Humphries from completecar.ie joins Seán to discuss.

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What was your first date like? - Henry McKean Asks 25:38

5d ago25:38

25:38

Melania Trump has revealed that on her first date with Donald Trump, he took her on an hour and half car ride on to view a property. Combining business and pleasure. What was your first date like with your partner? Henry McKean has been finding out, and joins Seán to discuss.

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Movies and Booze 38:21

8d ago38:21

38:21

Seán was joined by Deirde Molumby, Sarina Bellissimo and Lynda Coogan with thanks to Marks and Spencer. Today's booze: Finca Vinoa Ribeiro Blanco Monteabellón 14 months Tempranillo Crianza Ribera del Duero

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Why squeezing your exercise into the weekend works 8:59

8d ago8:59

8:59

If exercise takes a back seat in the working week, don’t worry! Cramming the recommended amount of physical activity into the weekend still has significant health benefits, research suggests. John Belton, owner of No.17 PT, Human Performance and Wellness Coach, joins Seán to discuss.

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The most expensive duvets in the world! 9:04

8d ago9:04

9:04

If you want a good duvet - a very good duvet - the company Novegr is selling ones for up to 30 grand! How can they be so expensive? Their CEO, Nils Stemen, joins Seán to discuss.

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How to manage sex with an age gap 9:10

8d ago9:10

9:10

Yesterday, Catherine Zeta Jones posted a naked picture on Instagram. She claimed that it was difficult to know what to get Michael Douglas after 25 years of marriage. It got us thinking about sex when there’s an age gap in your relationship? How can you manage this through the years? Seán is joined by Emily Power Smith, Clinical Sexologist and Sex …

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Domino’s dip going for thousands on eBay - why? 10:08

8d ago10:08

10:08

When Domino's Pizza recalled their famous garlic and herb dip in the UK recently, it sent consumers into a frenzy of panic. Now, secondhand dips are going for enormous sums on eBay so that people can get their hit. So, can we really not live without our condiments? Joining Seán to discuss is Russell Alford, one half of The GastroGays and Sunday Tim…

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How to avoid poisonous mushrooms 7:35

9d ago7:35

7:35

The months of September and October are mushroom season. With thousands of wild species in Ireland, how can we tell which are poisonous, hallucinogenic or edible? Joining Seán to discuss is Anja Murray, Ecologist, author and Columnist for the Irish Examiner…

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GROWING UP with Keelin Moncrieff

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Parenting on Moncrieff

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Movies and Booze on Moncrieff

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Movies and Booze 25:05

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What it’s like flying the UK’s first electric airplane

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Parenting: When is my child old enough for video games? 18:04

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me & Emma Neill meeting IRL for the first time 48:26

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100,000 undiscovered plant species still left - how? 7:14

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Celebrating 20 years of Desperate Housewives! 13:28

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The most obscure potato recipes to try 9:05

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When do method actors stop acting? 6:54

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What is the annual Deer Rut Watch? 7:57

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The full story behind Rock Shandy’s invention 5:06

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What is ‘Emophilia’?

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Are you posh? - Henry McKean Asks 24:09

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What is the ‘Joint Standoff Weapon’? 7:50

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Germany’s strange relationship with cannabis 6:53

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What are your ‘sleep crutches’? 8:07

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The ethical porn site for women 18:29

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Why was a fake mountain built in Shanghai? 7:54

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Should the Church allow weddings outside of churches? 9:00

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Can you separate the art from the artist? 10:29

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No Irish on number plates - why? 7:15

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What was your first date like? - Henry McKean Asks 25:38

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Movies and Booze 38:21

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Why squeezing your exercise into the weekend works 8:59

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The most expensive duvets in the world! 9:04

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How to manage sex with an age gap 9:10

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Domino’s dip going for thousands on eBay - why? 10:08

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How to avoid poisonous mushrooms 7:35

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