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Northern Irish man beats drumming world record!
A man in Northern Ireland has had a Guinness World Record for continuous drumming verified, after an extraordinary 150 hours of play. But, how did he actually pull off this feat?
Joining John to discuss is that drummer, Ali Brown. -
DeLorean Revival Festival taking place in Belfast!
Decades after the iconic car, made famous in ‘Back to the Future’, ceased production, a festival this weekend will gather over 60 DeLoreans for a major celebration.
Joining John to discuss is David Mathers, Co-Organiser of DeLorean Revival. -
Aldi celebrates 25 years in Ireland
From lawnmowers to ski suits to foot massagers, there’s something for everyone in the middle aisle of Aldi.
The “German discounter” is celebrating 25 years in Ireland, and while it took some time to get used to the speedy checkouts, they’ve become a staple store across Ireland with 161 premises.
But how much did their arrival change the Irish market?
Denis O’Hora is Director of the Masters in Consumer Psychology at University of Galway, and joins guest host John Fardy to discuss. -
Cosmonaut becomes first human to spend 1000 days in space!
A Russian cosmonaut has become the first person to spend over 1000 days in space. But how is this possible? And what effect does this have on the body and mind?
Joining Seán to discuss is Leo Enright, Space Commentator. -
Is going to the cinema too expensive now?
Quentin Tarantino has been giving out a lot in recent years over the price of a cinema ticket, which he says is prohibiting people from attending.
Some are saying this is the reason big movies aren’t performing as well as the box office.
Brian Lloyd is the movie editor for Entertainment.ie, and joins Seán to discuss. -
State acquires two new surveillance aircraft - what for?
The state has acquired two new surveillance aircraft, but what exactly will they be used for?
Joining Seán to discuss is someone who spent time with the aircraft: Conor Gallagher, Crime and Security Correspondent of The Irish Times.
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