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Road deaths in Ireland are rising again. Motoring editor Geraldine Herbert joins Pat to break down the new rules tightening up repeat learner permits and whether closing the “rolling provisional” loophole will actually improve standards. 

Alastair Campbell joins Pat to unpack his new book 'Persevilience' - a word he’s coined to capture something more than resilience or just grinding on through: how to turn setbacks into something positive, and come out the other side better. 

Simon Harris has used the Fine Gael Ard Fheis to stake out a sharper, more centre-right direction with a tougher line on long-term unemployment, law and order, immigration, and tax. Pat is joined by Newstalk’s political correspondent Sean Defoe to unpack what landed in the room, ... Show More

Bed bugs are notoriously difficult to deal with - and they're a nightmare for any town or city that relies on a thriving hospitality industry. In October 2023, French government officials had to act rapidly following news headlines claiming there'd been a rise in infestations in ... Show More

The number of Irish people doing house swapping holidays has exploded over the past number of years. But how exactly does it work? And should you be squeamish about strangers sleeping in your bed? Joining Seán to discuss is Sinead Canney, Founder of LetsSwap.ie. 

An entomologist shares surprising insights about the invasive bug, which is wreaking havoc on crops and trees across 14 U.S. states. Plus: A poster with our facts that you can print out at home. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for ... Show More

<p>Bed bugs in Paris &amp; London, Mosquito hunting in the middle of the night, a home invasion by fleas and the terrors of cockroaches - listen to some anecdotes about encounters with insects with Zdenek who has recently relocated to Vietnam. Watch out for various insect idioms ... Show More