Grey Matters

The Communications Clinic
Grey Matters
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2 episodes

  • Grey Matters

    The Retirement Trap

    16/1/2026 | 31 mins.

    On this weeks episode Terry and Fergus confront one of the most deeply embedded and ‘lazy’ assumptions in Irish life: that retirement at 65 is inevitable, desirable and beyond question.

  • Grey Matters

    Age - the final prejudice

    09/1/2026 | 21 mins.

    In their first episode, Terry and Fergus discuss ageing in Ireland, from being stereotyped and feeling invisible, to whether older people should give up their homes to aid the housing crisis, and the double standards faced by older women around “ageing gracefully.”

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About Grey Matters

Grey Matters is a bold and insightful podcast series that confronts the realities of growing older in Ireland with unflinching honesty, sharp humour, and deep compassion. Hosted by two of the nation’s most respected voices, Terry Prone and Fergus Finlay, the series tackles the overlooked challenges, persistent stereotypes, and the triumphs of Ireland’s older generation. Combining rigorous debate with warm camaraderie, Grey Matters invites listeners into a candid conversation about age, identity and the future of Irish society. Grey Matters is produced by The Communications Clinic.
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