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# podcast - Friday 3 April, 2020
The Explainer: How are other countries dealing with Covid-19 compared with Ireland?
We speak to four reporters based in the US, Germany, South Korea and Sweden.
# podcast - Thursday 26 March, 2020
The Explainer: What are the British doing to battle Covid-19?
Why did the UK take the approach it did, and what does it mean? That’s what we’re looking at in this week’s episode.
# podcast - Saturday 21 March, 2020
New podcast series lifts the lid on Irishman who killed 30 people but escaped capture for three decades
The final episode of the documentary, available from Tuesday will bring listeners back to Ireland, where he grew up.
# podcast - Thursday 19 March, 2020
The Explainer: How did misinformation about the coronavirus spread on Whatsapp in Ireland?
One of the striking things about the coronavirus outbreak is the sheer scale of misinformation being spread about it. We take a look at why, and what it means.
Who is the best-ever import into Irish rugby from abroad?
This week’s episode of The42 Rugby Weekly found the lads in unanimous agreement.
# podcast - Wednesday 11 March, 2020
The Explainer: How can Ireland stop an Italy-style spread of coronavirus?
How is it spreading so fast there?
# podcast - Tuesday 10 March, 2020
The Explainer: What Super Tuesday and the latest US primaries could mean for Trump
Wondering what Super Tuesday is, and what happened with it last night? We have all the answers.
# podcast - Thursday 27 February, 2020
The Explainer: What you need to know about Covid-19
We cut through the scaremongering to answer the most common questions about the situation.
# podcast - Friday 21 February, 2020
The Explainer: Why don't we have a government yet?
We get you up to speed with what exactly is happening.
# podcast - Thursday 20 February, 2020
‘Ireland are groping around a bit in the dark searching for cohesion’
Andy Dunne and Murray Kinsella examine the key issues in forensic detail ahead of this Sunday’s showdown in Twickenham between Ireland and England.
# podcast - Thursday 13 February, 2020
'I have to be making sure I'm getting the right deal' - Conway open-minded as contract expiry looms
The Munster wing signed a two-year deal in 2018, but has become a more regular fixture in the Ireland setup since.
# podcast - Monday 10 February, 2020
The Explainer: What’s happened so far in the general election count?
As the counting continues, we bring you the biggest stories of GE2020 so far.
# podcast - Sunday 9 February, 2020
How do you rate the nominees up for Best Picture in this year's Oscars?
Let us know by giving them a mark out of 10.
# podcast - Thursday 6 February, 2020
The Explainer Live: How does Ireland get the politicians it has?
For our first live recording of The Explainer, guests Lise Hand, Gary Murphy and Adrian Kavanagh chatted to Sinéad O’Carroll.
# podcast - Tuesday 4 February, 2020
'Happy with my decision' but O'Gorman won't rule out international return
Áine O’Gorman, a veteran of 100 senior Ireland caps, is the guest on Episode 15 of The Football Family.
# podcast - Monday 3 February, 2020
WIN: Tickets for our first live recording of The Explainer podcast
We’ll be asking the question: How does Ireland end up with the politicians it has?
# podcast - Friday 31 January, 2020
The Explainer: How worried should we be about the coronavirus in Ireland?
On this week’s podcast, our experts fill you in on everything you need to know.
# podcast - Thursday 30 January, 2020
What are your big election questions for Richard Boyd Barrett and Peadar Tóibín? It's YOUR chance to ask
We want to put your questions to all the party leaders before 8 February.
# podcast - Monday 27 January, 2020
What's your big election question for Brendan Howlin? It's YOUR chance to ask
We want to put your questions to all the party leaders before 8 February.
# podcast - Friday 24 January, 2020
The Explainer: How did the Drogheda feud reach north Dublin?
The shocking murder of Keane Mulready-Woods added another layer to the ongoing Drogheda feud. We take a look at what has been going on, on this week’s podcast.
# podcast - Wednesday 22 January, 2020
What's your big election question for Micheál Martin? It's YOUR chance to ask
We want to put your questions to all the party leaders before 8 February.
# podcast - Tuesday 21 January, 2020
Memories of facing Cole and Carrick for one of the League of Ireland's newest managers
Daire Doyle is the guest on Ep. 14 of The Football Family.
# podcast - Saturday 18 January, 2020
The Explainer: What is going on between Harry, Meghan and the British Royal Family?
In an almost unprecedented move, Prince Harry and Meghan announced last week that they plan to step back as senior members of the family – but what happens now?
# podcast - Saturday 11 January, 2020
The Explainer: Why #blackandtans was trending in 2020 - and what's next for State commemorations?
We’re joined by two experts to discuss what went wrong and what we can learn from it.
# podcast - Tuesday 7 January, 2020
'He gave me my debut in professional football, which I'm immensely proud of'
St Pat’s assistant manager Patrick Cregg – once of Arsenal – is the latest guest on The Football Family.
# podcast - Friday 3 January, 2020
The Explainer: How does Met Éireann decide on weather warnings?
Forecasting the weather is a complicated business, so this week on The Explainer we’re looking at how Met Éireann decides on whether a warning should be status yellow, orange, or red.
# podcast - Friday 27 December, 2019
The Explainer: Our favorite explanations of the year
The team behind the podcast run through their favourite explanations from the past year.
# podcast - Thursday 26 December, 2019
'Devastating and important': Behind the scenes at the Stardust podcast as the fight for justice continued
Over the course of six months, TheJournal.ie produced the Stardust podcast. Here’s how.
# podcast - Tuesday 24 December, 2019
A dressing-down from Keane, making the grade at Man City and getting the better of Casillas
A recap of some of the best bits of The Football Family podcast.
# podcast - Monday 23 December, 2019
Need a new podcast for over the holidays? Here's how to listen to TheJournal.ie's Stardust
In a six episode series described as ‘devastating and important’ by The Guardian, TheJournal.ie will take you through the story from the start to the current day.
# podcast - Thursday 19 December, 2019
The Explainer: Is it possible to have an environmentally-friendly Christmas?
That’s what we’re asking in this week’s episode.
# podcast - Friday 13 December, 2019
The Explainer: What just happened in the UK general election?
There is a lot to unpack about this momentuous election.
# podcast - Tuesday 10 December, 2019
Happier than I've ever been: Fahey finds peace of mind after battling depression
The ex-Ireland international speaks candidly about mental health and the personal challenges he has endured.
# podcast - Friday 6 December, 2019
The Explainer: What is happening with the white-water rafting plan for Dublin's city centre?
Where will it be built? How much will it cost? And why white-water rafting in the first place?
# podcast - Tuesday 3 December, 2019
The Explainer: How much trouble has Prince Andrew caused for the royal family?
We are joined by Anton Savage this week as we look at the impact of Prince Andrew’s recent media appearances and friendship with Jeffrey Epstein.
# podcast - Tuesday 26 November, 2019
'I was in a bad place coming home from Scotland... it doesn't look good'
Ireland U21 winger Zack Elbouzedi reflects on a terrific 2019 in the latest episode of The Football Family.
# podcast - Friday 22 November, 2019
The Explainer: What is antibiotic resistance and why should we be concerned about it?
It’s here in Ireland, and we look at why.
# podcast - Friday 15 November, 2019
The Explainer: What's the story with RTÉ's finances at the moment?
We take a look at the issues it has been having with its finances, and what it is planning to do about this.
# podcast - Thursday 14 November, 2019
'They just want it to go away but it won't': Sixth and final episode of Stardust out now
The sixth and final episode of Stardust is available now.
# podcast - Tuesday 12 November, 2019
Ex-Ireland striker who thrived in Belgium urges players to look beyond the UK
Dominic Foley recounted his fascinating career on the latest instalment of The Football Family podcast.
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Poll: Will you watch a religious service online over Easter?
PEOPLE AROUND IRELAND are staying at home as much as possible, bar essential workers, or cocooning if necessary due to official guidelines aimed at preventing the spread of Covid-19.
Many people who planned to attend religious services to mark Easter over the coming days will be unable to do so as a result of the restrictions.
A number of places of worship have started to stream masses or other services online in recent weeks so people can pray remotely with their community if they so wish.
We want to know: Will you watch a religious service online over Easter?
Poll Results:
No (6804)
Yes (5695)
I'm not sure (660)
Share your story: voices@thejournal.ie
Tom Clonan: Ireland's ICU guidelines for Covid-19 must safeguard people with disabilities
By Tom Clonan - @TomClonan
Embracing the new normal after the Covid-19 shutdown - notes from a Kerryman in China
By Greg McDonough
Teaching during the Covid-19 crisis: Four weeks in, the novelty has given way to inertia for some students
By Anonymous Teacher
Wellness Wednesday: Mother Nature can help us cope with Covid-19 confinement. Time to walk, look and meditate!
By Gerry Raftery
Mindfulness teacher Gerry Raftery says Spring brings us much-needed stillness and simplicity.
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