46 episodes

An all new podcast from Virgin Media News featuring Gavan Reilly, Zara King and Richard Chambers. Each week, join the gang as they discuss the latest and breaking news. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts.
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An all new podcast from Virgin Media News featuring Gavan Reilly, Zara King and Richard Chambers. Each week, join the gang as they discuss the latest and breaking news. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Will things ever change?

    Will things ever change?

    Gavan, Richard and Zara talk Ireland’s misleading housing promises & some out of touch comments made by a government TD that had Zara in shock. 
    The Irish Defence Forces’ abuse against women has been detailed in a report raising the question, “will things ever change?"
    An image of the pope wearing a stylish winter coat turned out to be completely AI generated. Will AI change society to a point where "seeing is no longer believing?"
    Gwyneth Paltrow is in court for 'ski-gate', Succession is back and "the vibes in Irish sport have never been as positive as right now"

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    • 46 min
    TikTok turmoil, climate time bomb & where are we all going to live??

    TikTok turmoil, climate time bomb & where are we all going to live??

    On The Group Chat, Richard, Gavan and Zara are back in the same room once again to talk the end of the eviction ban and the reality of the housing crisis. Richard takes a look at what you could get on Daft.ie today and for what price...
    The future of TikTok is uncertain as concerns rise around their access to user data and how easily accessible it is by the Chinese government.
    There's "good news" and "bad news" for the planet as the EU demands more ambitious climate targets. But why is Ireland lowering its targets?

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    • 45 min
    Hello Biden, bye-bye Tubridy, & your ma's cream carpet

    Hello Biden, bye-bye Tubridy, & your ma's cream carpet

    On The Group Chat, Tubridy is leaving The Late Late Show, Joe Biden is coming to Ireland and Zara spent nearly 2 entire days travelling back from The Oscars due to flight disruptions.
    The trio talk Leo Varadkar's Washington visit and the many gaffes of The Ireland Funds dinner over the years.
    Later, Richard and Zara talk St Patrick's Day and the iconic staples of a local St Patrick's Day parade.



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    • 39 min
    From LA to LA-ois

    From LA to LA-ois

    Zara, Richard and Gavan talk the Oscars as Zara joins from Los Angeles.
    Has the 'Will Smith slap' reignited an 'Oscars buzz'? Zara explains why a Paul Mescal win might be unlikely.
    The evictions ban has been ended, it's snowing in March and Eamon Ryan says free public transport will lead to unnecessary journeys.
    Drones affect Dublin Airport for the 6th time in six months. Once again the front door of the country is off its hinges.


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    • 43 min
    Bertie is back, Brexit is done & celebrities are people too

    Bertie is back, Brexit is done & celebrities are people too

    Richard, Gavan & Zara talk about the possible return of Bertie Ahern, past Irish presidential controversies and Rishi Sunak's description of Northern Ireland: Is Brexit done and dusted?
    The trio reminisce on meeting their idols as Paul Mescal addresses fan concerns. Is selfie culture getting out of hand?
    Holly Cairns is the leader of the Social Democrats, COVID enquiry and do we need a younger president?

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    • 56 min
    Taksie backsies, tomato shortage and world's worst spy

    Taksie backsies, tomato shortage and world's worst spy

    It’s a show with a difference after a dramatic week at VMTV
    Richard, Gavan and Zara talk Simpsons parallels, a new cost of living package and the Portugal housing model. Would it work in Ireland?
    The best petrol stations in Ireland, accident in the Dáil and the viral story of the world’s worst spy
    Fruit and vegetable shortage explained, trouble in Venice and another side to Joe Biden’s visit to Ukraine

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    • 55 min

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10 Ratings

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