The Far Correct

27/10/2023 45 min Episodio 53
The Far Correct

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On Immigration, it turns out that the far right was… the far correct? John and Sarah are joined this week by Laura Perrins of @theconwom to discuss that, as well as conflicting UK/Irish narratives on Gaza, and whether Mary McAleese would make a good priest.1:06 Intro 1:37 Laura Perrins : There has been a change in tone of coverage following Gaza attack. 5:30 - Context is crucial9:10 - Irish Journalists 9:33 - There are eyebrows being raised in the US at the Irish position on Israel.19:07 - It has long been a far right talking point that Ireland is full. 27:53 - Economic migration is the most devastating kind for the climate.32:00 - Far Right 34:35 - People use terms like Nazi to shut down debate on issues like immigration.37:28 - Laura Perrins disagrees with Mary McAleese that women should have priests.

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