Fianna Fáil: In Our Own Words

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"Fianna Fáil: In Our Own Words" brings you closer to the heart of our party, the people who drive it, the policies that guide it, the passions and ambitions that inspire us to shape a better Ireland. Through open conversations with our parliamentary party members, stakeholders  and voices from every corner of society, we explore everything from big national challenges to the local stories that matter. Whether you’ve supported Fianna Fáil for years, are politically curious, or simply want to understand the ideas shaping the country, this podcast offers an honest, human look at who we are and what we stand for as we mark 100 years and look to the future.

  1. 5d ago

    Traveller Pride Week

    To mark Traveller Pride Week, John Connolly TD and Senator Anne Rabbitte host a special episode of Fianna Fáil: In Our Own Words, drawing on their work as members of the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Key Issues Affecting the Traveller Community. Joined by Star Stokes of the Kilkenny Traveller Community Movement and John Collins of Exchange House Ireland and the National Traveller Men's Movement, they discuss the challenges and opportunities facing Traveller communities across Ireland, including health inequalities, mental health, education, discrimination and representation. Through honest conversations and lived experiences, Connolly and Rabbitte explore how policymakers can better listen to and work alongside Traveller communities to deliver meaningful change and improve outcomes for future generations.

    31 min

  2. May 27

    🎙️Valerie’s Law

    41-year-old mother of three, Valerie French, was brutally murdered by her husband, James Kilroy, at their family home in Westport, Co. Mayo, in 2019. Kilroy was convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment in 2024. Since Valerie’s murder, her brother David French has campaigned tirelessly for changes to guardianship legislation in horrific cases such as this, to ensure those who kill their partner cannot automatically retain guardianship rights over their children. In this episode of Fianna Fáil: In Our Own Words, David discusses the Guardianship of Infants (Amendment) Bill and the importance of ensuring the welfare and best interests of children remain paramount. He speaks to Senator Dee Ryan and Seanad Justice spokesperson Robbie Gallagher about Valerie, her life, the relationship, her murder and why he advocated for this change in the law. The Bill, which has been introduced to the Dáil, would allow for the removal of guardianship rights from a person convicted of killing their partner or the other parent of their child. Speaking in the Dáil, Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan said: “When you have a human story behind a piece of legislation, or when somebody is prepared to advocate from a very personal point of view, it can have a very significant impact on the Houses of the Oireachtas.” The legislation fulfils the Programme for Government commitment to examine proposals to remove guardianship rights from those convicted of killing their partner or a parent of their child, as part of ongoing work to implement recommendations from the Study on Familicide and Domestic and Family Violence Death Reviews.

    1h 5m

  3. May 20

    100 Bliain: A Look Back at Fianna Fáil's Contribution to Irish Life Over the Last 100 Years

    In this podcast, we look at the role that Fianna Fáil has played in Ireland's political life. From the foundation of the party, through its achievements and to its future, our panelists discuss where Fianna Fáil came from, the people that built it up and its legacy in Ireland today. With An Taoiseach Micheál Martin, Shane Moynihan TD, Dr. Brian Murphy, Dr. Eoin O'Malley, Dr. Sinead McCoole, Anne Twomey

    1h 22m

  4. May 13

    Supports for Victims of Domestic Violence

    Senator Alison Comyn is joined by Sarah Slazenger, MD of Powerscourt Estate and Alison McNamara from Opportunities for Women to speak about domestic violence and their proposal to turn vacant town centre buildings across Ireland into safe, supported homes for those rebuilding their lives. This is an issue affecting every county. We have vacant buildings in towns and villages nationwide that could be brought back into use quickly and effectively.

    22 min

  5. Apr 29

    100 Bliain: Local Voices, National Movement

    Recorded at Fianna Fáil’s National Councillors’ Conference in Mullingar, County Westmeath this episode brings together two voices from different generations of public service. Cllr Mary Bohan, the longest-serving Fianna Fáil councillor in the country, and Cllr Rachel Hartigan, one of the party’s newest and youngest councillors, share their personal journeys into politics.  They discuss why they chose to run for election, what drew them to Fianna Fáil, and how the party’s values continue to shape their work in their communities. They speak with Deputy Shane Moynihan, the Chairman of our Centenary Committee and recall the funniest and unusual gifts and requests they have received.  From experience to fresh perspective, this conversation reflects Fianna Fáil’s deep roots in local communities and its ongoing commitment to public service over the past 100 years.

    27 min

  6. Apr 17

    100 Bliain: Women of the Revolution

    In this episode of Fianna Fáil: In Our Own Words, Minister of State for Special Education Michael Moynihan from Kiskeam in North West Cork is joined by historian Anne Twomey the co-author of Ordinary Women in Extraordinary Times, to explore the crucial role women played in Ireland’s revolutionary period.   From the work of Cumann na mBan to the wider contribution of women across the country, the discussion highlights how their ground breaking impact on the fight for independence was significant, yet often under-recognised.   Ordinary Women in Extraordinary Times is a book by the Shandon Area History Group in Cork highlighting the pivotal and often overlooked roles of Cork women during the Irish War of Independence (1916–1923).   Fianna Fáil's Centenary approaches,  commemorations have opened the door to new research and understanding, this episode reflects on how women are now being restored to their rightful place in Ireland’s history. A powerful and insightful listen.

    33 min

  7. Apr 3

    100 Bliain: Shaping Irish Agriculture

    The second edition of our 100 Bliain podcast series takes a look at Fianna Fáil’s role in the development of Irish agriculture and looks ahead to its future.  Shane Moynihan TD, Chairperson of the Centenary Committee is joined by former Tánaiste, Minister for Agriculture and TD for Donegal South-West, Mary Coughlan and Chairman of the Brett Group, Jimmy Brett.  Drawing on their political and commercial expertise, our panel discusses the transformative moments in the development of Irish agriculture, the strength of the Irish agrifood sector, the role of women in agriculture, the value of the small farm and the future challenges which lie ahead. A fascinating listen on the past, present and future of farming in Ireland.

    40 min

  8. Apr 1

    100 Bliain: Ordinary Women in Extraordinary Times

    In this episode of Fianna Fáil: In Our Own Words and to mark our Centenary year Senator Alison Comyn and historian Anne Twomey explore the legacy of Cumann na mBan Anne is a member of the Shandon Area History Group and co-author of the book Ordinary Women in Extraordinary Times (2020) and to women discuss Cumann na mBan’s importance in securing an independent Ireland, how this has been largely overlooked but is now being brought to the fore by the work of Anne and others across the country. They talk about the pivotal role of Irish women during the War of Independence , particularly in Cork and the remarkable lengths women like the Wallace sisters and Muriel Swiney went to, running the gauntlet of curfews, gathering intelligence, transferring weapons while running households and businesses. This is a must listen, a fascinating episode about the women who worked for the cause behind the scenes.

    26 min
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"Fianna Fáil: In Our Own Words" brings you closer to the heart of our party, the people who drive it, the policies that guide it, the passions and ambitions that inspire us to shape a better Ireland. Through open conversations with our parliamentary party members, stakeholders  and voices from every corner of society, we explore everything from big national challenges to the local stories that matter. Whether you’ve supported Fianna Fáil for years, are politically curious, or simply want to understand the ideas shaping the country, this podcast offers an honest, human look at who we are and what we stand for as we mark 100 years and look to the future.

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    2025 - 2026
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