How much does a tractor cost, and what are the considerations to take into account before you invest?Joining Seán to discuss is Darragh McCullough, Farmer, Columnist with the Irish Independent and recent purchaser of a new tractor.
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Is democracy in the Middle East dead?
In our lifetime, the Middle East has seemingly always been a region that has been characterised by conflict, strife and instability.So, is the prospect of democracy in the region dead?Fawaz Gerges, Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science, and author of ‘The Great Betrayal: The Struggle for Freedom and Democracy in the Middle East’ joins Seán to discuss.Image: Princeton University Press
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Are gyms too focused on masculinity?
After witnessing the evolution of gym culture in Ireland over many decades, Seán’s guest argues that there is a lot more to be done in terms of making these spaces better for women, and that too often, they remain bastions of masculinity.Joining to discuss is Sports Writer Clíona Foley, who has been writing about these things in the Irish Examiner…
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Spain to have a shorter work week - will it work?
Who wouldn’t like to work less hours to live a more ‘relaxed’ life?Well, the Spanish government has made the decision to reduce the 40 hour work week to 37.5, meaning that over twelve million workers now have an extra two and a half hours to themselves every week...So, how is this really going to work and are the Spanish delighted?Graham Keeley is a Madrid-based Journalist and joins Seán to discuss.
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Why more and more hotels are going child-free
More and more hotels, both domestically and internationally, are going child free. But, how do these hotels work, and why are they popular?Joining Seán to discuss is someone who has stayed in a few: Joan Scales, Travel Journalist…
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