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The Claire Byrne Show

The Claire Byrne Show

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Claire Byrne explores the big stories through the lens of real life.

This podcast brings context, consequences and clarity to the issues shaping Ireland today.

Covering politics and current affairs alongside the human stories behind them, Claire asks the questions people are thinking, but don’t always hear answered.

From housing and health to work, family life, well-being and culture, you’ll hear smart, engaging discussion and moments of light relief - connecting the dots between what’s happening and what it means for you.

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Episodes
  • It’s time for our book club!

    It’s time for our book club!
    Jul 13 2026

    And it’s time for our book club! Claire was joined in studio by Sinead Cuddihy from Tired Mammy Book Club and David O’Connor from our own team here in Newstalk.

    The book up for review by our book panel was 'Yesteryear' by Caro Claire Burke.
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    13 mins
  • The solicitors dispute impact on the Children's Court

    The solicitors dispute impact on the Children's Court
    Jul 13 2026

    The solicitors dispute over the introduction of a flat fee is into it’s second week, with no sign of a resolution yet. Solicitors have resigned from the criminal legal aid panel because of it.

    What kind of impact is it having on the courts, and those needing help? To discuss further was Brian Keenan, a solicitor who works in the Children’s Courts.
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    12 mins
  • Latest in investigation into murder of Jamey Carney

    Latest in investigation into murder of Jamey Carney
    Jul 13 2026

    Gardaí believe the partner of American mother-of-one Jamey Carney, who was found dead in her Kerry home last week, may have reached tribal areas of his native Jordan.

    For the latest on this Claire was joined by Jerry O’Sullivan, Presenter of Kerry Today on Radio Kerry.
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    5 mins
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