188: BONUS: Mairead McGuinness pulls out of the race for the Presidency
Mairead McGuinness has pulled out of the Presidential race.In a shock statement this afternoon the former EU Commissioner said she was doing so on medical advice after spending time in hospital last week.She said she doesn't believe she has the strength to give the campaign her all. McGuinness had been the favourite to win the election and replace Michael D Higgins.
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187. Could the Presidential election be a head-to-head battle?
Could Ireland see its first head-to-head presidential election in 50 years this November?
In this episode of Let Me Explain, Sean Defoe analyzes the current landscape of the Irish presidential race, where only two candidates have made the ballot so far, leaving many wondering about the potential for a competitive showdown.
Explore the historical context of past elections, where traditional parties grapple with their choices and the viability of new contenders. With strong personalities like Mairead McGuinness and Catherine Connolly, is a head-to-head battle on the horizon?
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186: LIVE at All Together Now: The Top 10 of Waterford
Coming to you live from All Together Now it's the first LIVE Let Me Explain podcast. Join Sean Defoe, Niall Power, Claire Power and Mick Kelly as they rank the top 10 things about the Deise county. From John Mullane, to blaas and red lead.
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185. What prisons can teach us about living on Mars
What if a mission to Mars resembles a stay in prison more than a scientific adventure?
In this episode of Let Me Explain, Sean Defoe delves into the surprising parallels between long-term space missions and life behind bars, drawing insights from researcher Lucy Berthold of the University of Bristol.
Join us as we explore the intricate challenges of human exploration on Mars, from the isolation experienced during the journey to the psychological complexities of living in close quarters. Could the harsh realities of prison life provide key lessons for future Martian colonies?
Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that shines a light on the darker side of space travel!
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184. Who is the new Garda Commissioner?
Justin Kelly has been appointed the next Garda Commissioner - but who is he and why did he get the job?
If you don't have the time to keep up with every twist and turn of the news agenda then sit back and Let Me Explain.
Each week host Seán Defoe goes behind the scenes on one of the biggest stories dominating the airwaves.
Why is it a big deal? Who's trying to spin you a line? And, most importantly, why should you give a damn?
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