202. Why is Simon Harris the new Finance Minister?
In this week’s episode of "Let Me Explain," Sean Defoe dives into the sudden departure of Irish Finance Minister Pascal Donohoe. As he transitions to a prestigious role at the World Bank, we reflect on Donohoe's decade-long impact on Ireland’s economy, navigating ten budgets and steering the nation through crises like Brexit and COVID-19. Join us as we dissect the whirlwind of political changes that followed his resignation, with Simon Harris stepping into the finance role.
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201. Inauguration Nation - Which President Gave The Best Opening Speech?
This week we're looking back through Irish Presidents and their inauguration speeches. From Catherine Connolly to Douglas Hyde's 74 word address, and the President of the 1970s who championed riding bikes to tackle climate change
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200. LME turns 200!
As Let Me Explain hits its 200th episode we relive some of the best moments.
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199. Casting the Irish Celebrity Traitors
In this exciting episode of "Let Me Explain," Sean Defoe leads us into a fantasy draft like no other! Join the discussion as the team picks their ideal Irish celebrities to play both traitors and faithfuls in a hypothetical version of the hit show "Celebrity Traitors."
From iconic twins John and Edward to the comedic chaos of Jason Byrne, every selection sparks laughter and debate. Who would thrive under the pressure?
With input from the office crew and some controversial suggestions, this episode is a quirky exploration of celebrity dynamics. Tune in for all the fun and maybe even pitch your own dream cast!
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198. What Makes A Great Political Slogan
In this episode of "Let Me Explain," Sean Defoe takes a fascinating detour from the usual political drama to explore what truly makes a great political slogan. With the presidential election heating up, Sean examines the slogans of current candidates like Catherine Connolly and Heather Humphreys, discussing their effectiveness—or lack thereof.
Sean dives into iconic slogans from history, analyzing the simplicity and power behind phrases like "Make America Great Again" and "Yes We Can." He critiques the often forgettable sloganeering of modern times and reflects on how a strong slogan can elevate a candidate or a party.
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