Week 46 - Wednesday

12/11/2025 1h 54min
Week 46 - Wednesday

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Episode Synopsis

Laois voices and lung cancer awareness — Samantha Vaughan shares her story at Leinster House as Ireland launches its first White Ribbon campaign to widen understanding of lung cancer beyond smoking stigma.

Rents, remembrance and resilience — economist Ronan Lyons breaks down the Daft.ie report showing rent costs up a third since the pandemic, while tributes pour in for Portarlington Garda hero Jim Cannon.

Community and culture — Tony Lyons brings Mullingar memories to life in Cabbage Street, Laois approves a record €132 million budget for 2026, and I’m A Celeb reveals its jungle lineup.

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