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Sepsis Awareness: Survivors, Families and the Fight for Better Support
Jun 10, 2026
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Traveller Pride Week
Jun 3, 2026
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🎙️Valerie’s Law
May 27, 2026
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100 Bliain: A Look Back at Fianna Fáil's Contribution to Irish Life Over the Last 100 Years
May 20, 2026
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| 6/10/26 | ![]() Sepsis Awareness: Survivors, Families and the Fight for Better Support | On Fianna Fáil: In Our Own Words this week Minister Niamh Smyth, TD for Cavan-Monaghan is shining a spotlight on sepsis awareness. Minister Smyth is joined by sepsis survivor Sophie Lanigan, her father Keith, and Cathriona Flanagan and Hannah Tormey from North East Sepsis Awareness, Minister Smyth hears first-hand accounts of the devastating impact sepsis can have on individuals and families. The discussion explores the realities of surviving sepsis, the challenges of recovery, the need for greater public awareness, and the campaign for formal recognition of post-sepsis syndrome and structured follow-up care in Ireland. From Sophie's experience of losing her limbs to Hannah's account of her daughter's battle with sepsis during her Leaving Cert year, this episode highlights the importance of early detection, survivor support, and ensuring that no one faces recovery alone. A moving conversation about resilience, advocacy, and the urgent need for change. 🎧 Listen now on Fianna Fáil: In Our Own Words. | 14m 01s | ||||||
| 6/3/26 | ![]() 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. | 31m 29s | ||||||
| 5/27/26 | ![]() 🎙️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 05m 13s | ||||||
| 5/20/26 | ![]() 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 21m 45s | ||||||
| 5/13/26 | ![]() 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. | 22m 19s | ||||||
| 4/29/26 | ![]() 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. | 27m 01s | ||||||
| 4/17/26 | ![]() 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. | 33m 12s | ||||||
| 4/3/26 | ![]() 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. | 39m 57s | ||||||
| 4/1/26 | ![]() 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. | 26m 01s | ||||||
| 3/25/26 | ![]() Rare Diseases & the Road to Reform: Ireland's Drug Reimbursement System Under the Microscope | In this episode of Fianna Fáil: In Our Own Words, host Pádraig O'Sullivan TD sits down with Dr Fiona Kiernan, Health Economist and CEO of Zoom Health Economic and Policy Advisory, to explore one of the most pressing yet under-discussed areas of Ireland's healthcare system — access to treatments for rare diseases. Drawing on her 17 years as a clinician, including five years as a consultant in ICU at Beaumont Hospital, and her subsequent career in health economics, Dr Kiernan offers a unique dual perspective on the challenges patients face when trying to access innovative and life-changing treatments. Topics discussed include: Why rare diseases act as a "canary in the coal mine" for pricing and reimbursement policyHow Ireland's current drug reimbursement system was designed for a different era of medicine, and why it struggles to keep pace with modern innovations like gene therapyThe stark reality that Irish patients can wait up to 644 days for drug approval, leaving Ireland near the bottom of EU league tables for reimbursement timesThe growing two-tier divide between public and private patients in accessing high-cost treatmentsHow European neighbours like Germany approach reimbursement differently, and what lessons Ireland can takeThe Programme for Government commitment to introduce an early access scheme, and what meaningful reform could look likeFeel free to let me know if you'd like the tone adjusted — more formal, more conversational — or if you'd like a shorter version for social media. | 23m 01s | ||||||
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| 3/18/26 | ![]() It’s OK Not to Be OK: Breaking the Silence on Mental Health | In this episode of Fianna Fáil: In Our Own Words, Dublin Bay North TD Tom Brabazon sits down with community volunteer Theresa Kelly, founder of the mental health initiative It’s OK Not to Be OK. Theresa shares the powerful experiences that inspired her to act after witnessing too many people struggle in silence. What began as a simple idea, encouraging people to start a conversation has grown into a community-wide movement, with thousands of resource cards distributed, hundreds of awareness pins worn with pride and strong backing from emergency services and local representatives. Together, Tom and Theresa discuss the stigma that still surrounds mental health, why men in particular can find it hard to speak up and how a simple question “Are you OK?” can change or even save, a life. Tom also reflects on his own experience of reaching out for support and why accessible services and early conversations are so important. This is an honest, hopeful conversation about community, courage and the power of talking. If you are struggling with mental health you can contact AWARE helpline CALL 1800 80 48 48 or 01-524 0360 Or the Samaritans: Call 116 123 | 11m 02s | ||||||
| 3/16/26 | ![]() Fáilte Roimh Gach Gaeilgoir | In this episode of Fianna Fáil: In Our Own Words, Aindrias Moynihan TD and Senator Lorraine Clifford-Lee discuss the future of the Irish language in modern Ireland. The conversation explores our ongoing investment in strengthening Irish-speaking communities. Deputy Moynihan highlights a landmark affordable housing scheme in Gaeltacht Mhúscraí, County Cork, designed to support Irish-speaking families and help preserve the linguistic and cultural heritage of the area. Senator Clifford-Lee emphasises the importance of engaging students from primary school and the growing role of digital media, from podcasts to social media influencers in making the language vibrant and accessible beyond traditional Gaeltacht regions. Join us for an insightful conversation on how policy, community and culture can work together to ensure the Irish language continues to thrive for the next generation | 13m 36s | ||||||
| 3/11/26 | ![]() Tá an Ghaeilge go hiontach | This is the second in our Seachtain na Gaeilge 2026 podcast series on Fianna Fáil in Our Own Words. We explore personal journeys with the Irish language. Deputies Tom Brabazon TD, Catherine Ardagh TD and Naoise Ó Cearúil TD share their experiences of learning the language from school days and inspirational teachers to time spent in the Gaeltacht, on Na Blascaodaí and studying the language at university. They reflect on how their relationship with their native language has evolved over time, and the importance of Gaeltacht experiences. They discuss why the language feels more vibrant and relevant today than ever before through music, film and culture. It is a thoughtful, conversation about our love for the language and finding the confidence to speak it. | 18m 32s | ||||||
| 3/6/26 | ![]() Beatha Teanga í a labhairt - The Life of a Language is to Speak It | In the first of a special podcast series celebrating Seachtain na Gaeilge (March 1–17, 2026), Dara Calleary TD and Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht joins Deputy John Connolly to discuss the importance of the Irish language in everyday life. With many Irish speakers across the party, the conversation celebrates the language not just during Seachtain na Gaeilge, but all year round. The discussion explores how so many people in Ireland already have some level of Irish, yet often lack the confidence to use it in everyday life. As Minister Calleary explains, supporting and encouraging people to speak the Irish they already have is key to keeping the language alive. The both talk about their experience and connection to the language and the party in Government's recognition of the importance of sustaining thriving Gaeltacht and island communities . From confidence and culture to leadership and policy, this conversation highlights why Irish is not just something for one week in March, it’s a living part of who we are. Fianna Fáil has always viewed the Irish Language as an invaluable cultural asset and we will continue to actively support Gaeilge as a vibrant, living language of the people and an integral part of our national life. | 20m 39s | ||||||
| 3/4/26 | ![]() Tackling Retail Crime | In this episode of Fianna Fáil: In Our Own Words, Tony McCormack TD, Fianna Fail’s Spokesperson on Small and Medium Enterprises and Michael Walsh, former Garda Crime Prevention Officer and Security Expert discuss the growing issue of retail crime, its real personal and economic impact on businesses and communities. From the frustration felt by retailers to the revolving door of repeat offending, we discuss the fact that last year alone over €1.6 billion worth of goods were stolen in this country through shoplifting and organised retail crime We look to solutions, deterrents while focusing on the Programme for Government commitment to publish Retail Crime Strategy with targeted actions to reduce this type of crime and support affected businesses. We discuss the importance of involving frontline stakeholders in the consultation process and what more can be done to protect hardworking people who simply want to run their businesses in safety. | 24m 56s | ||||||
| 2/27/26 | ![]() 100 Bliain: Episode 1 - The Launch | To celebrate our National Centenary Programme, 100 Bliain, join us for conversation, storytelling and memories from 100 years of Fianna Fáil as well as our hopes and aspirations for the future. 🎙️ Our first episode features An Taoiseach and Uachtarán Fhianna Fáil, Micheál Martin TD, Chair of the Centenary Committee Shane Moynihan TD, and TCD historian Dr Anne Dolan. | 45m 26s | ||||||
| 2/18/26 | ![]() Behind Closed Doors: How Technology is Helping Identify and Tackle Coercive Control | In this episode, Fianna Fáil Senator for Kildare South Fiona O'Loughlin is joined by Sorcha McAnespy for a powerful and honest conversation about coercive control. Sorcha has developed Fig, a trauma-informed digital safety app which offers support to people experiencing coercive control. The platform helps individuals recognise patterns of abuse early, identify and document behaviour safely and access support discreetly. The focus of this podcast is simple, to raise awareness, reduce stigma and start real conversations about toxic and unacceptable behaviour in relationships. Together, Fiona and Sorcha talk about the reality of coercive control, why it can be so hard to spot and why education and early intervention are key. They examine how technology and policy can work hand in hand to prevent harm before crisis point. This episode shines a light on hidden abuse, empowering people with knowledge and making sure no one feels alone or unsure about what they’re experiencing. | 32m 38s | ||||||
| 2/11/26 | ![]() No Ifs, No Buts: Delivering Real Progress in Special Education | In this episode of Fianna Fáil : In Our Own Words Minister for Special Education Michael Moynihan joins Deputy Catherine Ardagh and Deputy Pádraig O’Sullivan to discuss the critical importance of delivering inclusive education for children with additional needs across public and private schools. Minister Moynihan vows that every school "no ifs or buts" regardless of where it is in the country, whether primary or post-primary has an obligation to ensure children with additional needs are properly accommodated. Inclusion is not optional. It requires continued expansion of special classes, increased school places, investment in special schools and a shared commitment from everyone around the table to make it happen. The episode focuses on the first phased rollout of the new Education Therapy Services, with 45 special schools set to benefit from in-school speech and language therapy and occupational therapy supports very soon. By embedding therapists directly within school communities, this initiative will provide more timely, joined-up supports for children right where they learn every day. The discussion also highlights the third phase of special classes being approved for the 2026–2027 school year. A further 38 special classes across 17 counties have been sanctioned, bringing the total number approved so far this year to 301, with additional decisions expected in the weeks ahead. This rollout represents a clear Programme for Government commitment being delivered, strengthening inclusion in schools, supporting families and educators and ensuring children can access the services they need without unnecessary delay. With further expansion planned throughout 2026 and beyond, this episode outlines how continued investment and collaboration will help build a more inclusive education system for every child. Fianna Fáil is committed to delivering real progress in special education ensuring every child gets the support they need to thrive. | 30m 46s | ||||||
| 2/4/26 | ![]() Speaking Up on Breast Cancer: Survival, Stigma and Science | This week on Fianna Fáil: In Our Own Words, Senator Teresa Costello, herself a breast cancer survivor, marks World Cancer Day with an open and honest discussion alongside her friend Nicola Guirenne and Aisling Hurley, CEO of Breast Cancer Ireland. Teresa and Nicola speak candidly about their shared journey through treatment, how their cancer diagnosis has impacted their lives and living with the ongoing fear of recurrence. Aisling highlights the importance of the triple assessment, particularly for younger women. She notes that 24% of women diagnosed with breast cancer are now under the age of 50 and that the disease can be more aggressive in younger patients. The conversation also explores World Cancer Day, advances in imaging, the growing role of AI in detecting early-stage breast cancer sooner while stressing that skilled radiographers and clinicians remain central to care. | 29m 17s | ||||||
| 1/28/26 | ![]() Effectual Control: Exposing the Reality of Dog Attacks on Sheep. | In this episode of Fianna Fáil:In Our Own Words, Senator Paul Daly speaks with County Monaghan father and daughter Eamonn and Niamh Monahan who he hosted in Leinster House so they could present the results of their survey on sheep attacks. Dog attacks on livestock have become a devastating and far more common reality for sheep farmers across Ireland. According to their research 73% of farmers reporting attacks on their flocks, an average of 18 sheep killed per incident and more than three‑quarters do not receive compensation. Eamonn and Niamh, have a family farm in Inniskeen, Co. Monaghan and have endured four dog attacks in just five years. Last year they lost four pedigree in‑lamb ewes, a pedigree ram and nine unborn lambs in an attack. They launched a national survey and are elevating the voices of affected farmers across the country. They are calling for urgent change to protect livestock, livelihoods, and rural communities. This episode is a powerful reminder that responsible dog ownership isn’t just about loving animals, it’s about effectual control and shared responsibility. | 24m 28s | ||||||
| 1/23/26 | ![]() Why Our Built and Natural Heritage Matters | In this episode of Fianna Fáil: In Our Own Words, we’re talking about the buildings that tell Ireland’s story and the practical steps being taken to protect them. From churches and libraries to windmills, observatories and thatched homes nearly 700 historic buildings are receiving over €8 million in conservation funding in 2026. Seanad Spokesperson on Heritage Senator Mary Fitzpatrick sits down with Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan TD on the day he announced this funding, to chat about why built heritage matters They talk about how the Built Heritage Investment Scheme works and what it means for communities right across the country. It including €1.1 million specifically for thatched buildings. When asked what heritage meant to him Minister O’Sullivan said it was once described to him as Inherited knowledge. "So I thought that was an interesting definition but I would have always thought, and I think if you ask most people on the street what it means, they would they would consider a heritage built heritage. "So those old buildings, old castles, old churches and ecclesiastical buildings, dotted around country, and we have such a wealth of that. It's extraordinary." This is a relaxed, informative conversation on Fianna Fáil's commitment to funding restoration, supporting traditional skills and making sure Ireland’s built heritage is protected, used and valued for generations to come. | 14m 54s | ||||||
| 1/21/26 | ![]() Action on Housing: From Plan to Delivery | In this episode Deputy Catherine Ardagh speaks with Minister for Housing James Browne TD and the party’s housing spokesperson Deputy Seamus McGrath about the Government’s Housing plan Delivering Homes, Building Communities. They outline and examine the work being done to achieve delivery of 300,000 new homes by 2030, including 72,000 social homes and 90,000 affordable supports. Fresh from his first call for projects for the €1 billion Housing Infrastructure Investment Fund, Minister Browne explains how the new Housing Activation Office is a pivotal part of how we are going to activate and unlock shovel-ready housing projects across the country. They discuss needs in their local constituencies and how Government is activating land, delivering key infrastructure, adopting modern construction methods and creating the conditions for private and public sector delivery to accelerate housing at scale. This is an informative and must-listen episode, an in-depth conversation focusing on how Fianna Fáil in Government is turning policy into real homes. | 19m 06s | ||||||
| 1/14/26 | ![]() The Digital Safety Gap: Protecting Our Children Online | In this episode of Fianna Fáil: In Our Own Words, Senator Anne Rabbitte and Deputy Chap Cleere are joined by world-renowned cyberpsychologist and author of The Cyber Effect, Dr. Mary Aiken, to dive deep into the findings of the Fianna Fáil Online Safety Survey. The discussion explores the hidden pressures of "social reciprocity"—the constant digital weight of likes and unanswered messages that keeps a generation of children "always on" and sleep-deprived. Dr. Aiken explains why sleep deprivation is the common thread linking anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem in youth today. The panel also offers vital advice for parents: why confiscating a device can feel like "taking a limb" and may unintentionally isolate a child from their entire support network during a crisis. Instead of digital isolation, the conversation suggests constructive discipline and highlights the ongoing work Fianna Fáil is doing in Government to hold platforms to account and strengthen online safety across Ireland. | 31m 46s | ||||||
| 1/7/26 | ![]() Preventing Illness, Promoting Health: Fianna Fáil, the party of preventative healthcare | In this episode of Fianna Fáil: In Our Own Words, Albert Dolan TD and Malcolm Byrne TD are joined by Darina Dunne, Chairperson of the Irish Physical Activity Alliance, to discuss the urgent need to shift from reactive healthcare to prevention-first policy. With life expectancy in Ireland now at 83 – and rising – the conversation explores how longer lives must also mean healthier lives. From the growing importance of physical activity and strength at every age, to tackling osteoporosis and preventing fragility fractures, our guests challenge the myth that ageing inevitably means decline. They discuss dementia, cardiovascular health, a tax rebate on gym membership while examining how smart investment in preventative healthcare can deliver better outcomes for individuals, reduce pressure on the health system and help ensure that future generations can remain active, independent, and well throughout their lives | 30m 07s | ||||||
| 12/23/25 | ![]() The Irish language. How can we help it flourish? | In this episode we discuss how the Irish language is taught in our schools, what changes can be made to improve the curriculum and the emphasis on spoken Irish over written Irish in the Leaving Cert. We also talk about how we all have more Irish than we realise and we should be practising our native language at home, with friends and in our daily routines.Senator Shane Curley is joined by Meghan Scully, Broadcaster & Author as well as Shane Moynihan TD. | 23m 27s | ||||||
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