LawPod is a weekly podcast based in the Law School at Queen’s University Belfast. We provide a platform to explore law and legal research in an engaging and scholarly way.
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Frank Mitchell is your host for the weekday Phone-In programme. Listen back to past broadcasts full of chat, advice, guests, discussion, music and lots more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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“The Theory of the Postdoc Evolution” is a podcast from the Postdoctoral Development Centre of Queen’s University Belfast. It aims to provide postdocs with information helping them to develop their careers. It includes, for example, interviews of professionals talking about their career paths, information on the Higher Education system and ways to improve researchers’ CVs. For more info go to: go.qub.ac.uk/PodcastPDC
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A podcast to showcase some of the best social science research in the North East of England and Northern Ireland from institutions across the NINE Doctoral Training Partnership, including the Universities of Durham, Newcastle, Northumbria, Teesside, Ulster, Sunderland, and Queen’s Belfast. A selection of social scientists present their ideas and findings on a broad range of topics that can be relevant to businesses in many ways. We hope these conversations will bring research to a new audien ...
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5078: LISTEN¦ A best man at a wedding has divided online opinion by proposing during his speech. Was the groom right to ask him to leave? Frank spoke to Helen McClements from Sour Wee Blog about wedding ...
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A best man at a wedding has divided online opinion by proposing during his speech. Was the groom right to ask him to leave? Frank spoke to Helen McClements from Sour Wee Blog about wedding no-nos Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5077: LISTEN¦ Can politicians do more to prevent unrest? As Stormont is recalled, Frank spoke to MLAs Kate Nicholl of Alliance and the TUV's Timothy Gaston, as well as commentator Lata Sharma
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Can politicians do more to prevent unrest? As Stormont is recalled, Frank spoke to MLAs Kate Nicholl of Alliance and the TUV's Timothy Gaston, as well as commentator Lata Sharma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5076: LISTEN¦ After a third night of disorder, a local health trust has warned that around ten nurses from overseas have said they may now leave Northern Ireland. Frank spoke to journalist Amanda Ferguson ...
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After a third night of disorder, a local health trust has warned that around ten nurses from overseas have said they may now leave Northern Ireland. Frank spoke to journalist Amanda Ferguson and Alliance health spokesperson Danny Donnelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5075: LISTEN¦ Could the re-appearance of blue-green algae on Lough Neagh pose serious health concerns? Frank spoke to expert Dr Neil Reid, from Queens University
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Could the re-appearance of blue-green algae on Lough Neagh pose serious health concerns? Frank spoke to expert Dr Neil Reid, from Queens University Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5074: LISTEN¦ Another night of disorder in Belfast leads to calls for more resources for policing. Frank spoke to PA reporter Jonathan McCambridge, Cllr Séamas de Faoite and U105's Peter McVerry
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Another night of disorder in Belfast leads to calls for more resources for policing. Frank spoke to PA reporter Jonathan McCambridge, Cllr Séamas de Faoite and U105's Peter McVerry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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State Impunity in Northern Ireland, with Brian Dooley
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In April of this year, the report, Bitter Legacy: State Impunity in the Northern Ireland Conflict, was published. Written by a panel of international human rights experts (The International Expert Panel on Impunity) convened by the Norwegian Centre for Human Rights at the request of the Committee on the Administration of Justice and the Pat Finucan…
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5073: LISTEN¦ Police are treating attacks on Belfast businesses at the weekend as hate crimes. What was behind the disorder? Frank spoke to journalist Amanda Ferguson, SDLP MLA Matthew O'Toole, GB News ...
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Police are treating attacks on Belfast businesses at the weekend as hate crimes. What was behind the disorder? Frank spoke to journalist Amanda Ferguson, SDLP MLA Matthew O'Toole, GB News reporter Dougie Beattie and took calls from listeners Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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5072: LISTEN¦ Olympic boxing has been mired in controversy after an Algerian boxer who had failed a gender eligibility test was allowed to compete. Frank spoke to Fiona McAnena from Sex Matters
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Olympic boxing has been mired in controversy after an Algerian boxer who had failed a gender eligibility test was allowed to compete. Frank spoke to Fiona McAnena from Sex Matters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5071: LISTEN¦ Were the Olympic organisers right to apologise for causing offence with its controversial opening ceremony? Frank spoke to Malachi O'Doherty, Mick Fealty and Pastor Paul Burns
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Were the Olympic organisers right to apologise for causing offence with its controversial opening ceremony? Frank spoke to Malachi O'Doherty, Mick Fealty and Pastor Paul Burns Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5070: LISTEN¦ All Growed Up - the third in Tony Macaulay's best-selling trilogy of memoirs is being brought to life at Belfast's Lyric Theatre - Frank spoke to Tony and Dara McNaughton who plays Tony's ...
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All Growed Up - the third in Tony Macaulay's best-selling trilogy of memoirs is being brought to life at Belfast's Lyric Theatre - Frank spoke to Tony and Dara McNaughton who plays Tony's teen self Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5069: LISTEN¦ Should the Olympics drop equestrian sports over cruelty fears? Frank spoke to animal rights campaigner Andrew Goti, after a top rider was filmed repeatedly whipping her horse
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5068: LISTEN¦ Tigger (aka Damian McCullough) is back again to cheer on the Orchard County in Sunday's All-Ireland Final - for a great cause. He called in to chat to Frank
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Tigger (aka Damian McCullough) is back again to cheer on the Orchard County in Sunday's All-Ireland Final - for a great cause. He called in to chat to Frank Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5067: LISTEN¦ Girls as young as 11 are developing anxiety around their appearance and planning future cosmetic procedures - Frank spoke to Save Face campaigner Ashton Collins and ex-showbiz reporter Kim ...
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Girls as young as 11 are developing anxiety around their appearance and planning future cosmetic procedures - Frank spoke to Save Face campaigner Ashton Collins and ex-showbiz reporter Kim Kelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5066: LISTEN¦ How do you deal with anxiety? Can you escape the prison of past memories? Deirdre Maguire spoke to Frank and gave some useful tips
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How do you deal with anxiety? Can you escape the prison of past memories? Deirdre Maguire spoke to Frank and gave some useful tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5065: LISTEN¦ Should zero hours contracts be banned? As economy minister Conor Murphy is expected to outlaw them, Frank got the thoughts of Unison rep Conor McCarthy
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Should zero hours contracts be banned? As economy minister Conor Murphy is expected to outlaw them, Frank got the thoughts of Unison rep Conor McCarthy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5064: LISTEN¦ Do 'real' men cry? Deirdre Maguire talked to Frank about the taboo of tears
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Do 'real' men cry? Deirdre Maguire talked to Frank about the taboo of tears Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Modern Slavery, Business and Remedy with Dr Fiona McGaughey
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In this episode, we welcome Dr Fiona McGaughey from the University of Western Australia to discuss business and human rights and the 2018 Modern Slavery Act in Australia. Joined by Dr. Ciarán O'Kelly and Dr. Ciara Hackett, Dr McGaughey shares her journey into business and human rights research. The conversation delves into the evolution of business…
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5063: LISTEN¦ Grammy-nominated singer songwriters Keith and Kristyn Getty talk to Frank about hearing their music sung in churches worldwide and returning for a homecoming arena show at Christmas
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Grammy-nominated singer songwriters Keith and Kristyn Getty talk to Frank about hearing their music sung in churches worldwide, performing with country legends and returning for a homecoming arena show at Christmas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5062: LISTEN¦ 'Community, connection, the opportunity to sing' - Becky Bellamy from charity Show Some Love, told Frank about the new non-religious Sunday Services at their city centre site
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'Community, connection, the opportunity to sing' - Becky Bellamy from charity Show Some Love, told Frank about the new non-religious Sunday Services at their city centre site Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5061: LISTEN¦ 'They put my brother into an early grave and have still not paid a penny' - campaigner Margaret McGuckin spoke to Frank about her struggle to get the religious orders involved in historical ...
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'They put my brother into an early grave and have still not paid a penny' - campaigner Margaret McGuckin spoke to Frank about her struggle to get the religious orders involved in historical abuse to contribute to a compensation scheme Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5060: LISTEN¦ After selling out the Grand Opera House in record time, the Shamrock Tenors called in to chat to Frank, ahead of their return to the Belfast venue and shows in Derry's Millennium Forum and ...
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After selling out the Grand Opera House in record time, the Shamrock Tenors called in to chat to Frank, ahead of their return to the Belfast venue and shows in Derry's Millennium Forum and gigs in the US Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5059: LISTEN¦ 'For young people with disabilities, when they turn 19 it's quite bleak, it's like a cliff-edge' - ahead of a protest, Alma White, whose son Caleb has autism, OCD and ADHD, told Frank about ...
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'For young people with disabilities, when they turn 19 it's quite bleak, it's like a cliff-edge' - ahead of a protest, Alma White, whose son Caleb has autism, OCD and ADHD, told Frank about the need for legal backing for SEN provision Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5058: LISTEN¦ Belfast has named its first Night Time Czar - Michael Stewart - what should his priorities be, as he takes up the role?
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Belfast has named its first Night Time Czar - Michael Stewart - what should his priorities be, as he takes up the role? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5057: LISTEN¦ Have we become a nation of 'side-hustlers'? A new study found nearly half of us now has a second income stream. Frank spoke to Maire, who turned her love of learning into a successful business ...
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Have we become a nation of 'side-hustlers'? A new study found nearly half of us now has a second income stream. Frank spoke to Maire, who turned her love of learning into a successful business Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5056: LISTEN¦ Dave Elliott talked to Frank about his new Roleplay tour, his 'smashing' appearances in Blue Lights and his comedy influences
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Dave Elliott talked to Frank about his new Roleplay tour, his 'smashing' appearances in Blue Lights and his comedy influences Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Transitional Justice in the US: Insights and Challenges
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Dr. Cheryl Lawther welcomes Dr. Brianne Mc Gonigle Leyh from Utrecht University to discuss her research on transitional justice in the United States. The conversation explores how transitional justice, typically associated with countries emerging from conflict or authoritarian regimes, applies to the US. Leyh's work highlights historical and contem…
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5055: LISTEN¦ Are men who work from home pulling their weight when it comes to housework? If not, why? Prof Heejung Chung from Kings College London says it may be because they're 'protecting their masculinity ...
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Are men who work from home pulling their weight when it comes to housework? If not, why not? Prof Heejung Chung from Kings College London says it may be because they're 'protecting their masculinity' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5054: LISTEN¦ The Narrow Water Bridge project has been decades in the making, but work has finally begun. Frank spoke to Jim Boylan, from the Narrow Water Bridge Community Network, about how it could transform ...
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The Narrow Water Bridge project has been decades in the making, but work has finally begun. Frank spoke to Jim Boylan, from the Narrow Water Bridge Community Network, about how it could transform the region Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5053: LISTEN¦ It's an award-winning (sort of) episode of U105 of the Best this week - featuring Miss Northern Ireland, poll-topping movies, gig reviews and even some live in-studio performances!
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It's an award-winning (sort of) episode of U105 of the Best this week - featuring Miss Northern Ireland, poll-topping movies, gig reviews and even some live in-studio performances! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5052: LISTEN¦ Is Donald Trump still the favourite to be the next US President, despite his convictions? Frank spoke to Dr Stefan Andreasson from QUB and Greg Swenson, from Republicans Overseas UK
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Is Donald Trump still the favourite to be the next US President, despite his convictions? Frank spoke to Dr Stefan Andreasson from QUB and Greg Swenson, from Republicans Overseas UK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5051: LISTEN¦ 'I want to be an advocate for my nursing family' New Miss NI Hannah Johns talked to Frank about the causes close to her heart as she begins her reign, as well as looking forward to Miss World ...
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'I want to be an advocate for my nursing family' New Miss NI Hannah Johns talked to Frank about the causes close to her heart as she begins her reign, as well as looking forward to taking part in Miss World and her proud dad, rugby legend Paddy Johns Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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5050: LISTEN¦ It's Friday...you know that that means! The legendary Dionne Warwick graces this week's U105 of the Best, alongside our regular dose of quizzing, banter, pop culture and more from Northern ...
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5050: LISTEN¦ It's Friday...you know that that means! The legendary Dionne Warwick graces this week's U105 of the Best, alongside our regular dose of quizzing, banter, pop culture and more from Northern Ireland's Best Mix! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5049: LISTEN¦ Venus Williams is to be immortalised as a Barbie Doll. Which Northern Irish woman deserves the honour? Should Barbie still be considered a role model?
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Venus Williams is to be immortalised as a Barbie Doll. Which Northern Irish woman deserves the honour? Should Barbie still be considered a role model? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5048: LISTEN¦ 'If we get what we ask for it will turbocharge our economy' Peter McVerry spoke to major industry figures from InterTrade Ireland, as they put the case for Northern Ireland at Westminster ...
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'If we get what we ask for it will turbocharge our economy' Peter McVerry spoke to major industry figures from InterTrade Ireland, as they put the case for Northern Ireland at Westminster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Insight into Europe – MEP Frances Fitzgerald talks to Dr Norah Burns
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Join Dr Norah Burns as she speaks with Member of the European Parliament Frances Fitzgerald. MEP Fitzgerald is an Irish politician, she is a former Tánaiste, Minister for Justice and Equality and Minister for Children and Youth Affairs. In March 2024 she was the joint winner of the "European Values Champion of the Mandate" award at The Parliament M…
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5047: LISTEN¦ We could see driverless cars on the road in just two years, after a new law regulating them was passed. Would you buy one? A YouGov poll found 2/3 wouldn't feel safe. Frank spoke to Brian ...
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We could see driverless cars on the road in just two years, after a new law was passed to regulate them. Would you buy one? A YouGov poll found 2/3 wouldn't feel safe. Frank spoke to Brian Gregory from the Alliance of British Drivers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5046: LISTEN¦ If your neighbour has an eyesore in their garden or on their house, should you be able to have it removed? Frank got the thoughts of writer Fionola Meredith
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If your neighbour has an eyesore in their garden or on their house, should you be able to have it removed? Frank got the thoughts of writer Fionola Meredith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5045: LISTEN¦ Toy boys or older men? Anne Hathaway's new film 'The Idea of You' sees the main character in a relationship with a much younger man. Is it all it's cracked up to be? Frank spoke to showbiz ...
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Toy boys or older men? Anne Hathaway's new film 'The Idea of You' sees the main character in a relationship with a much younger man. Is it all it's cracked up to be? Frank spoke to showbiz journalist Kim Kelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Rainbow Refugees NI – Supporting LGBTQIA+ refugees and asylum seekers in Northern Ireland
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In this episode, Niamh and Tolu from Rainbow Refugees NI speak to Lauren Dempster about issues affecting LGBTQIA+ refugees and asylum seekers in Northern Ireland. Rainbow Refugees NI is a grassroots, volunteer-led organisation supporting LGBTQIA+ refugees and people seeking sanctuary. Niamh and Tolu tell us about the work of Rainbow Refugees NI, th…
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5044: LISTEN¦ Would a cash incentive help you lose weight? An NHS pilot scheme offered participants £400 to lose 10% of their body weight in a year - would it work for you? Frank talked to top trainer ...
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Would a cash incentive help you lose weight? An NHS pilot scheme offered participants £400 to lose 10% of their body weight in a year - would it work for you? Frank talked to top trainer Alan Waterman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5043: LISTEN¦ Too posh to pick up? Are the types of litter we see changing and why are some people reluctant to lift their rubbish? Frank spoke to behavioural scientist Rachael Singleton
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Too posh to pick up? Are the types of litter we see changing and why are some people reluctant to lift their rubbish? Frank spoke to behavioural scientist Rachael Singleton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5042: LISTEN¦ Are Facebook groups aimed at protecting women from toxic men, by naming and shaming them, doing more harm than good? Frank spoke to cyber security expert Wayne Denner & Carey Baxter from ...
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Are Facebook groups aimed at protecting women from toxic men, by naming and shaming them, doing more harm than good? Frank spoke to cyber security expert Wayne Denner & Carey Baxter from Mens Alliance NI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5041: LISTEN¦ Irish Cup Winners, Eurovision hopefuls, green fingers, midgies and MILFs all make the cut in this week's U105 of the Best!
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Irish Cup Winners, Eurovision hopefuls, green fingers, midgies and MILFs all make the cut in this week's U105 of the Best! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5040: LISTEN¦ Would you break up with your partner if they earned a lot more money than you? Chef James Martin has revealed that James Bond heiress Barbara Broccoli's millions created a rift in their relationship ...
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Would you break up with your partner if they earned a lot more money than you? Chef James Martin has revealed that James Bond heiress Barbara Broccoli's millions created a rift in their relationship Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dying Tidily – Your Last Gift
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Join Dr Rosie Cowan as she talks to Professor Heather Conway and Barrister Sheena Grattan about how to die tidily with your affairs in order. Explore the pitfalls of dying without clear instructions left behind. Do you have a will? If not, do you know who gets your property when you die? If you have a will, is it up-to-date? Are your personal docum…
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