117 episodes
Let Me Explain with Seán Defoe Newstalk
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4.8 • 38 Ratings
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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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116: Cash or Card?
Do you prefer to pay by cash or card? With more businesses opting for card-only payment methods, questions about a 'cashless society' begin to crop up. Could this really happen? Let Josh Crosbie explain.
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115: 999
What happens when you call 999, and what do we have to do to get help to us as quickly as possible? Let Alex Rowley explain.
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114: Measles
We came close to eradicating measles before we saw a recent increase in cases at home and across Europe - with Ireland recording a measles-related death for the first time in 24 years this year.
Where has this rise in cases come from? Let Caoimhseach Connolly explain. -
113: Malawi
The country of Malawi is increasingly becoming under threat due to climate change.
Let Ben Finnegan, who has just visited the landlocked African country, explain. -
112: Replacing a Taoiseach
After Leo Varadkar announced his intention to step down as Taoiseach, Ellen Butler explains how a Taoiseach is replaced.
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111: Nominative Determinism
Usain Bolt, PC Rob Banks, Thomas Crapper... Nominative Determinism is the term for when people are attracted to jobs and hobbies that match their names.
Let Me Explain.
Customer Reviews
Too funny!
Loving the humour. This had me laughing all the way through. (Episode 2). Will definitely be tuning in next week 😊
5 Star
Brilliant podcast. Looking forward to next week already!