Liveline

Boy Racers and Car Enthusiasts, should they be facilitated in their hobbies? Callers debate the risks and realities versus the impact on the public.

Randy Resnick has a rich history in Rock 'n' Roll, this July while swimming in a Bordeux pool he nearly drowned, now he's looking for the Irishman who saved his life.

Should we maintain our neutrality? Should we let it go in a world of global instability? Are we neutral at all? These questions and more are debated in today's Liveline.

Adopted from China, raised in Trim, Kieran talks to Leah as she gets ready to travel to China to meet her biological mother.

Are you looking for tickets to Electric Picnic? Be careful of scammers. Kieran talks to a young man who got scammed out of €350

Ahead of today's solar eclipse Kieran speaks to callers about their experiences of seeing the last one in 1999

Kieran speaks to a family dealing with a rare neurological disease as they battle for state funding of a drug which could be live changing.

Following on from yesterday's programme Kiran speaks to Rev. Brenda O'Grady about the death of her son who was struggling with addiction.

Kieran discusses the different experiences of people in addiction, and the people around them as they navigate addiction and recovery

Kieran talks to listeners about how they are coping in A1 houses in the hot weather

Listeners discuss the prejudices attached to having thick accents and how some may have to soften it work professional or social reasons.

Sophie talks about her sister who is diagnosed with Schizophrenia.

Following on from yesterday's show, Philip talks to a man living with Schizophrenia, and how he navigates life. Philip also talks to a woman who is working with families and carers of people who are living with psychosis.

Philip talks to residents of Woodlands Estate in Waterford who have experienced sudden price hikes for their water supply.

Philip talks to a number of people across the country calling for better provision of facilities of motorhomes and caravan parking.

Kieran talks to a mother about her experience with her son and his significant mental health issues.

After a violent assault on teenagers in Cork, Kieran talks to their mother and others about their experiences of anti-social behaviour.

Saoirse describes her experiences of racism in Ireland as a black Irish woman.

Ian Keegan, Director of Cainte Entertainment explains how his staff ended up living in an overcrowded bungalow.

Callers tell Kieran about an area of road where drivers get penalty points because they don't have enough time to adjust to a slower speed

Damian O'Farrell and Mark-Vincent Healy speak to Kieran about institutional redress and the action being taken against the Christian Brothers.

Richard tells Kieran about his shock at discovering his leased-out property had around 30 people living there

Noel feels that 3 penalty points shouldn't preclude someone from a job that requires a clean driving licence

Jerry Ryan is a principal in Cork and he tells Kieran how West Cork needs a special school

Nick almost lost his life while working the fields.

Tracy opened up about taking her ex-husband to court.

We heard from more women who had been harassed by the same caller.

Garda have been made aware of the fact that upto 70 female councillors across Ireland are being repeatedly harassed by a caller making deeply disturbing claims. We spoke to some of them.

Friends and listeners remember Dublin-born Academy award-winning musician who died in a road crash this morning.

Rebecca worries what will happen to her adult sons after she passes away.

Kieran went into the heart of Dublin 8 for a very special Liveline celebrating The Liberties Festival.

A nationwide celebration of the historic Mayo victory.

Kieran talks to Fillipo Fusco, an Italian immigrant, Chip shop owner, and champion fighter, and Catherine Farrell a 6th generation Meath street worker

The history of the Liberties with Liz Gillis and Liz Gillis

Richie Power of "Chats in the flats"

Debbie Byrne performs a poem about the Liberties

Sophie O’Toole and Trudy Nolan discuss their theatre company "De Girlos"

Anita Reilly talks to Kieran about the culture and community of the Liberties

Kevin Coneff frontman of The Chieftains performs "Pride of Pimlico" livw from the Liberties

Chantelle describes how difficult and dangerous her life is as a mother without residential care for her son who lives with severe disabilities

Listeners tell Kieran how the amount of littering in beauty spots around the country is getting out of hand

Jasmin tells Kieran how someone used her name and picture to promote explicit content

Kevin bought some pints at an AI-assisted bar in Croke Park at the weekend and didn't realise he had been overcharged

Listeners debate whether cyclists should have to wear Hi-Vis and helmets by law

Therese got the shock of her life when she encountered somebody hiding behind a false wall in her holiday rental

Donna's son fell asleep on his phone while it was charging, resulting in severe burns on his shoulder

Edward Gibbons and Elaine Weir tell Kieran about their son Ryan, who died after being attacked in Kildare

Seamus speaks to Kieran about a very frightening experience he had at his home on July 11th

After the announcement of the passing of Oscar winner Brenda Fricker, Kieran speaks to those who knew her both professionally and personally.

Women speak to Kieran about the importance of early breast checks.

Sexual assault survivor Ella Hewson (18) waived her anonymity to name the Defence Forces member who sexually assaulted her as child when she was at a friend's sleepover in his house. Patrick Byrne (42), of Grange Rath, Drogheda was sent to prison after being found guilty of two counts of sexual assault. Ella and her mother Dawn share her story.

Anne believes that people in Ireland should pay for their water usage to bring the nation into line with other European countries.

Listeners share their experience of attempted motorbike robberies.

John O’ Brien-Retired Garda Detective Chief Superintendent and author who was also the National Head of Interpol and Europol speaks to Philip Boucher Hayes on interpol and process of detaining people across the borders.

Listeners from Louth join in to talk about how they are gearing up for the All-Ireland football semi-finals.

Listeners discuss how use of air conditioners aggravate lung conditions like Asthma.

Experts share advise on how to keep your pets cool in this sweltering weather.

Listeners share their thoughts on use of artificial intelligence for making art after The Thomas House pub banned AI posters for gigs at their venue.

Listeners tell us about coping with the heat in the workplace and what Ireland's hottest job might be.

Gerry Barry defends his leprechaun street performance in Cork City.

Edward Fossett appeals for information after four of the motorbikes from the circus were stolen last night