S1 Ep4548: LISTEN¦ Could two borders be better than one? Frank gets the thoughts of Prof @JonTonge and @AllisonMorris1 on reports of the government's latest Brexit border plan
19m Oct 02, 2019
19m
S1 Ep4547: LISTEN¦ An academic from @QUBelfast has produced research that suggests NI's "fractious" political system has hampered improvements in education. Frank speaks to Prof Tony Gallagher (@tgeducation)
12m Oct 01, 2019
12m
S1 Ep4546: LISTEN¦ Tanaiste Simon Coveney has rejected the idea of 'customs clearance zones' as a replacement for the controversial backstop. Frank talks to Seamus Leheny from @Freight_NI and journalist @AmandaFBelfast
19m Oct 01, 2019
19m
S1 Ep4545: LISTEN¦ Harland & Wolff has been saved from closure, after it was bought by a UK-based energy company. Frank gets reaction from local MP @GRobinsonDUP and @UniteunionNI rep @1977Susan
15m Oct 01, 2019
15m
S1 Ep4544: LISTEN¦ Record-breaker @jonathanrea makes it 5 in a row! Meanwhile, Ireland's rugby stars are humbled by hosts Japan. Frank talks to @StevenBeacom5 about the weekend's sporting action
10m Sep 30, 2019
10m
S1 Ep4543: LISTEN¦ Church leaders have urged politicians to return to Stormont, to prevent a period of 'unrestricted' abortion. Frank spoke to Rev Trevor Gribben, clerk of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian church here
16m Sep 30, 2019
16m
S1 Ep4542: LISTEN¦ Protests have been held over the weekend, with around 1,200 people facing redundancy after Wrightbus went into administration. Could the company still be saved? Frank speaks to local MLA @JimAllister
12m Sep 30, 2019
12m
S1 Ep4541: LISTEN¦ Greta Thunberg has been praised for her climate activism, but is anxiety around climate change putting a strain on young people's wellbeing? Frank talks to journalist Fionola Meredith
12m Sep 27, 2019
12m
S1 Ep4540: LISTEN¦ MPs returning to Westminster could mean progress on a bill extending domestic abuse legislation to Northern Ireland. Frank speaks to MLA and former Justice Minister @ClaireSugden
6m Sep 27, 2019
6m
S1 Ep4539: LISTEN¦ Is the language of MPs and campaigners around Brexit further polarising the country? Frank speaks to @AllisonMorris1 and @EamonnMallie
18m Sep 27, 2019
18m
S1 Ep4538: LISTEN¦ Former Ulster & Ireland star @chrishenry678 talked to Frank about his incredible fundraising since hanging up his boots, as well as life after rugby and looking ahead to Ireland's World Cup hopes
14m Sep 27, 2019
14m
S1 Ep4537: LISTEN¦ As hundreds of healthcare workers speak out against drastic changes to NI's abortion laws, Frank speaks to one of them - midwife Judith Smyth, of Midwives for Both Lives as well as @AmnestyNI's @GTeggart
16m Sep 26, 2019
16m
S1 Ep4536: LISTEN¦ MPs may have returned to the House of Commons, but are we any closer to a breakthrough on Brexit? Frank speaks to commentator @AlexKane221b
12m Sep 26, 2019
12m
S1 Ep4535: LISTEN¦ Can a buyer be found for Wrightbus, as the firm enters administration, leaving 1,200 redundant? Frank talks to George Brash from @UniteunionNI, local MLA @JimAllister and @ManufacturingNI chief Stephen Kelly
17m Sep 26, 2019
17m
S1 Ep4534: LISTEN¦ After Windsor Park is announced as the venue for the 2021 Super Cup Final, Frank talks to @BelTel sports writer @StevenBeacom5
11m Sep 25, 2019
11m
S1 Ep4533: LISTEN¦ Around 1,000 jobs could be at risk at Wrightbus. Frank talks to @SDLPlive councillor Eugene Reid and business expert @Jamie_Delargy about the impact on workers and the local economy
12m Sep 25, 2019
12m
S1 Ep4532: LISTEN¦ As MPs return to parliament, following the decision of the Supreme Court, Frank asks Professor @JonTonge and Newsletter Deputy Editor @BenLowry2, what next?
22m Sep 25, 2019
22m
S1 Ep4531: LISTEN¦ Can a method of organising your home really make you happy? Frank speaks to Sharon McNulty, who has created a growing business by helping people de-clutter
14m Sep 24, 2019
14m
S1 Ep4530: LISTEN¦ Shadow chancellor John McDonnell says a Labour government could allow people a four day work week. Would you want one? Would it affect the economy? Frank talks to @pb4p MLA @GerryCarrollPBP and FSB policy advisor Neil Hutcheson (@zutch)
7m Sep 24, 2019
7m
S1 Ep4529: LISTEN¦ Further shocking details emerge about the attack on businessman Kevin Lunney. Frank speaks to @IrishSunOnline crime editor @SteBreen
10m Sep 24, 2019
10m
S1 Ep4528: LISTEN¦ The world's oldest holiday company Thomas Cook has collapsed, leaving hundreds of thousands of passengers potentially stranded. Frank talks to Doreen McKenzie, spokesperson for @ABTAtravel and travel writer @timhedgley
28m Sep 23, 2019
28m
S1 Ep4527: LISTEN¦ As Ireland conclude preparations for Sunday's Rugby World Cup opener, against Scotland, Frank speaks to former Ireland and Ulster star @paddywallace12
6m Sep 20, 2019
6m
S1 Ep4526: LISTEN¦ Pupils from across NI are expected to go on 'climate strike' today, to raise awareness of climate change. Frank talks to commentator @daithimckay, along with teacher Dorothy McGinley and pupils from Sion Mills Primary School
15m Sep 20, 2019
15m
S1 Ep4525: LISTEN¦ Belfast's biggest night of culture returns - this time stretching into a second day. Damian Smyth from @ArtsCouncilNI tells Frank about some of this year's @CultureNightBel highlights
4m Sep 18, 2019
4m
S1 Ep4524: LISTEN¦ Around 300 free-to-use ATMs have gone from Northern Ireland in the past 18 months. Who is it affecting and why is it happening? Frank talks to Scott Kennerley from @ConsumerCouncil
2m Sep 18, 2019
2m
S1 Ep4523: LISTEN¦ As he prepares to give a talk, as part of Good Relations Week, Rev David Latimer talks to Frank about the unlikely friendship he developed with the late Martin McGuinness #GRWeek19
13m Sep 18, 2019
13m
S1 Ep4522: LISTEN¦ A new documentary has made further claims around Gerry Adams' alleged IRA connections - should the PSNI take action or is now the time for a Troubles amnesty? Frank talks to UUP MLA @BeattieDoug and journalist @BrianPJRowan
21m Sep 18, 2019
21m
S1 Ep4521: LISTEN¦ Hair-loss remains a sensitive subject for many people. Frank talks to @Bridgeen77 whose clinic treats hair-loss and student Amy Louise McKeever, who has alopecia
12m Sep 17, 2019
12m
S1 Ep4520: LISTEN¦ A former top republican has told documentary makers that Gerry Adams was a high-ranking member of the IRA. Frank discusses the claims with @AllisonMorris1 and @malodoherty
12m Sep 17, 2019
12m
S1 Ep4519: LISTEN¦ A former Down GAA star has apologised after a video emerged showing him shouting pro-IRA slogans and abusing a loyalist band. Frank speaks to @Jim_Wells_MLA who's called for police action
21m Sep 17, 2019
21m
S1 Ep4518: LISTEN¦ Relative of elderly woman says hospital staff are being overwhelmed by patient demand and cuts to budget leading to equipment shortages.
9m Sep 13, 2019
9m
S1 Ep4517: LISTEN¦ Green Party's first MLA Steven Agnew tells Frank why he's heading for greener pastures.
6m Sep 12, 2019
6m
S1 Ep4516: LISTEN¦ Economic expert Jamie Delargy tells Frank Mitchell he wants to remain in EU but accepts vote to leave and hopes for a deal.
14m Sep 12, 2019
14m
S1 Ep4515: LISTEN¦ TUV leader Jim Allister tells Frank Mitchell that Yellowhammer paper's no deal predictions are project fear and UK can go it alone.
6m Sep 12, 2019
6m
S1 Ep4514: LISTEN¦ Government publishes Yellowhammer papers on no-deal Brexit ramifications. Frank Mitchell speaks to Political commentator Eamon Maillie who is worried about upheaval and border disruption if no deal comes to pass.
5m Sep 12, 2019
5m
S1 Ep4513: LISTEN¦ Northern Ireland food is getting global recognition, even being voted the world's top food destination. What makes it so special? Frank speaks to Michele Shirlow, CEO of @Food_NI and one of the country's top chefs, Stephen Toman of @OxBelfast
15m Sep 12, 2019
15m
S1 Ep4512: LISTEN¦ Ahead of #NationalEyeHealthWeek, the @RNIBNI has organised a blindfolded walk in Belfast city centre. Among those taking part will be the @skit_twins. They talk to Frank about living with visual impairment
8m Sep 11, 2019
8m
S1 Ep4511: LISTEN¦ A community movement is bringing people together and fixing some prized possessions in the process. Frank speaks to Repair Cafe founder Christine McCartney
11m Sep 11, 2019
11m
S1 Ep4510: LISTEN¦ As a report highlights a lack of understanding of palliative care, Frank speaks to Helen Smyth, whose mother Angela is receiving care for dementia. We also hear from project manager Brendan O'Hara
10m Sep 10, 2019
10m
S1 Ep4509: LISTEN¦ Victims campaigners and local politicians have criticised the government's decision to drop a debate on victim compensation. Frank speaks to Margaret McGuckin from @SAVIA_NI and UUP MLA @SteveAikenUUP
6m Sep 10, 2019
6m
S1 Ep4508: LISTEN¦ Former SDLP leader Margaret Ritchie has been awarded a peerage. Earlier, she spoke to Frank
9m Sep 10, 2019
9m
S1 Ep4507: LISTEN¦ After a number of police officers came under attack during a security operation in the Creggan area of Londonderry, Frank speaks to journalist @LeonaONeill1
10m Sep 10, 2019
10m
S1 Ep4506: LISTEN¦ As he speaks at a series of community outreach events @PastorDavidHam talks to Frank about the challenges facing the church and how it deals with very worldly issues
16m Sep 09, 2019
16m
S1 Ep4505: LISTEN¦ Ahead of their meeting, PM Boris Johnson and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar speak to the press. @AmandaFBelfast was there and spoke to Frank afterwards
4m Sep 09, 2019
4m
S1 Ep4504: LISTEN¦ Is the NI economy on the brink of recession? If so, what will it mean? Frank talks to the editor of Ulster Business magazine, John Mulgrew(@newsmulg)
6m Sep 09, 2019
6m
S1 Ep4503: LISTEN¦ As Boris meets Leo for the first time since becoming PM, has he lost control of Brexit? Will there be an election? Prof @JonTonge unravels things with Frank
14m Sep 09, 2019
14m
S1 Ep4502: LISTEN¦ A volunteer scheme is aiming to encourage kids aged 8-11 to fall in love with reading - Frank talks to some of those involved
5m Sep 06, 2019
5m
S1 Ep4501: LISTEN¦ The Road Safety Awards launch today - Frank speaks to PSNI inspector Rosie Leech, Tony McKeown of @CRASHServicesNI and Davy Jackson from Road Safe NI
9m Sep 06, 2019
9m
S1 Ep4500: LISTEN¦ Ahead of a new run of performances, Frank speaks to director Matthew McElhinney about the Marie Jones play A Night In November
8m Sep 06, 2019
8m
S1 Ep4499: LISTEN¦ Ahead of this year's @SuperValuNI superstars awards, Frank speaks to one of last year's winners, Tracy Collins of @TeamAspie
6m Sep 06, 2019
6m