If inflation is coming down why is the price of a pint still over 7 quid?
Reflections on Hillbilly Hypocrisy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22 Heinä 202431min
Irish politics and the meaning of life. In conversation with Sarah Carey
Has Simon Harris managed to change the narrative? He's 'taken back control' of at least some of the key issue. We shouldn't underestimate the powerful psychological impact of wiping out Sinn Fein's au...
18 Heinä 202448min
Was the Summer Economic Statement worth the paper it was written on?
Is Keir Starmer already getting lucky? Only one month's data, but GDP growth smashed estimates in May.US and Irish inflation down again.IFAC warns about an 'overheating' risk to the Irish economy. Why...
14 Heinä 202435min
A deep dive into the current state of Irish politics with Tull McAdoo
The Irish political scene looks as fluid as that in France, the UK and elsewhere. The polls are getting it wrong and plenty of voters don't make up their minds until they enter the polling booth. We t...
12 Heinä 202430min
A smile on our faces? In conversation about all things UK - 'Brexit & Beyond' - with Professor Chris Grey
In conversation with author, blogger and columnist, Professor Chris GreyPost the Labour landslide election victory, some of us have smiles on our faces. Does the result mean we can now really turn the...
10 Heinä 202443min
Has Liz Truss done the world a big favour? Reflections on the UK General election
The Irish finance minister is drowning in cash. Booming tax revenues the clearest indicator - much better than GDP - that the economy remains robust.Politics over economics: Charlie McCreevy once said...
8 Heinä 202438min
Why is everyone so unhappy? Or are we? In conversation with Professor Shane O'Mara
In this podcast we welcome back regular guest, Professor Shane O'Mara, neuroscientist and professor at Trinity College Dublin.I a review of an important new book by Dan Davies, professor Brad de Long ...
4 Heinä 202441min
The horseshoe theory of politics - hard right or left? The year of the election goes into top gear
The French elections will likely reverberate across Europe. Perhaps even alter the course of the war in Ukraine.The UK will now see the final death throes of the Tory Party. Farage is on the cusp of a...
1 Heinä 202427min
