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Episode Synopsis
52% of young adults (18-29) still live with their parents, struggling to afford independent living.
In this episode, we explore Ireland's housing crisis, frustration, financial stress, and the disillusionment with the promise that hard work leads to success. We also discuss potential solutions, like alternative living arrangements and the policy changes needed to make housing more accessible for future generations.
About Rory
Dr. Rory Hearne is an Associate Professor of Social Policy at Maynooth University, specializing in housing, social justice, and inequality. He has authored Gaffs (2022) and Housing Shock (2020), which have significantly shaped discussions on Ireland’s housing crisis. With a PhD from Trinity College Dublin, Rory’s research blends activism and academia, and he regularly contributes to national media on key social issues. His work has been recognized for its impact on policy, including a personal presentation to the President of Ireland.
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In this episode, we explore Ireland's housing crisis, frustration, financial stress, and the disillusionment with the promise that hard work leads to success. We also discuss potential solutions, like alternative living arrangements and the policy changes needed to make housing more accessible for future generations.
About Rory
Dr. Rory Hearne is an Associate Professor of Social Policy at Maynooth University, specializing in housing, social justice, and inequality. He has authored Gaffs (2022) and Housing Shock (2020), which have significantly shaped discussions on Ireland’s housing crisis. With a PhD from Trinity College Dublin, Rory’s research blends activism and academia, and he regularly contributes to national media on key social issues. His work has been recognized for its impact on policy, including a personal presentation to the President of Ireland.
Music from:
https://uppbeat.io/t/hemlock/raindrops
License code: TTOYSHP3N8Y7UUEC
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