The Tonight Show

Apr 15 2025 685 ep. 46 mins 47
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A unique take on the big stories of the day with Claire Brock & Ciara Doherty plus a panel of guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Tuesday 15 April - Public v Private Sector & The Rising Cost of Unification

Apr 15 2025 45 mins  
On this episode of #TonightVMTV – The Government is set to shelve minimum wage plans and other worker benefits like extra paid sick leave, as it aims to shield the economy from a possible economic storm. We ask is there a divide emerging again in the treatment of private and public sector workers? We look at the cost of a United Ireland with a new survey showing a growing differe

Wednesday 9 April - Trade War Fallout, Trump’s First 80 Days, and the Airbnb Backlash

Apr 09 2025 46 mins  
On this episode of #TonightVMTV – As the global trade war heats up, we speak to Tánaiste Simon Harris following his tense meeting with Donald Trump’s Commerce Secretary in Washington. With the EU hitting back with counter-tariffs, what’s at stake for Irish jobs, wages, and pensions as recession fears grow?We get live reaction from Brussels and assess Trump’s turbulent firs

Tuesday 8 April: EU Counter-Tariffs, Recession Fears, and the Streaming Levy Debate

Apr 08 2025 46 mins  
In this episode of #TonightVMTV we dive into the escalating international trade war as the EU strikes back with counter-tariffs — how will this impact Irish exporters? We speak to a major whiskey producer and discuss the political and economic fallout with our expert panel.As the government reluctantly mentions the "R-word" for the first time, is Ireland ready for a potential rec

Wednesday 2 April - Trump's Sweeping Tariffs: Expert Analysis & Reaction

Apr 02 2025 46 mins  
Trump's tariff war has begun.President Trump unveils sweeping tariffs targeting the world’s economies, and the fallout is set to impact trade relations. But, what will it mean for Ireland?Gavan Reilly, Political Correspondent, will have live updates and analysis from Leinster House.Joining Kieran Cuddihy to discuss is:Seamus Coffey, Chair of the Irish Fiscal Advisory CouncilDan O

Tuesday 1 April: Tariff Turmoil & Ceann Comhairle Confidence Vote

Apr 01 2025 46 mins  
On The Tonight Show:Ireland braces for economic shock as the Trump administration prepares to impose sweeping tariffs.Plus, we discuss the historic confidence motion in the Ceann Comhairle and whether the matter will finally be put to bed.Joining Kieran Cuddihy to discuss is: Barry Cowen MEP, Fianna FáilNiall Stanage - White House Columnist, The HillAlan Dillon TD, Minister of Sta

Wednesday 26 March - Ceann Comhairle Showdown & US ‘Free-Loader’ Fallout

Mar 26 2025 45 mins  
Opposition TDs move against the Ceann Comhairle, drafting a motion declaring she no longer has the confidence of all Dáil members. But Verona Murphy insists she’s staying, rejecting claims of collusion as "entirely false." With the government backing her, what happens next? Plus, leaked US messages branding European allies as ‘free-loaders’ spark alarm among western leaders.

Tuesday 25 March - "Shame, Shame, Shame": Dáil Chaos, Metrolink Debate, and US Intel Oopsie

Mar 25 2025 46 mins  
On #TonightVMTV with Kieran Cuddihy, we break down the dramatic scenes in the Dáil as the government forces through changes to speaking rights for regional independents — is the Ceann Comhairle's position now in jeopardy?Plus, should Metrolink be scrapped in favour of faster, cheaper transport solutions?And U.S. intelligence chiefs respond to claims that classified war informati

Wednesday 19 March - Amazon.ie Launches & Central Bank Warns on Housing

Mar 19 2025 45 mins  
Amazon Ireland arrives offering consumers faster delivers and no import duties. But what will the move mean for Irish retailers and for main streets across the country? Plus, the Central Bank predicts that the Government will miss its housing targets for the next three years.And do the newly unsealed files reveal anything more about the assassination of JFK?Join Kieran Cuddihy

Tuesday 18 March - McGregor at the White House & Covid Review

Mar 18 2025 45 mins  
Conor McGregor's visit to the White House for St Patrick’s Day unpacked.Five years on, will the state’s Covid lockdown evaluation reveal anything new? Plus, after nine months stranded in space, two astronauts are finally set to return to Earth tonight.Join Kieran Cuddihy as he discusses the issues with:Cormac Devlin TD, Fianna FáilMattie McGrath TD, IndependentRichard Hogan, P

Wednesday 12 March - Taoiseach vs Trump: Did Micheál Martin Hold His Own?

Mar 12 2025 46 mins  
During his visit to the White House for the annual St. Patrick’s Day event, Taoiseach Micheál Martin hoped to highlight key issues for Ireland. But with Donald Trump in the spotlight, the conversation turned to pharma companies in Ireland and EU trade tensions.Did the Taoiseach manage to get Ireland’s concerns across? Our panel — featuring Harry Browne, Ian O'Doherty, Ben Sc