The Tonight Show
A sharp look at the major stories shaping Ireland and the world, led by Kieran Cuddihy and a panel of guests. Expect thoughtful analysis and robust discussion on the country’s only independent TV current affairs programme. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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On The Tonight Show with Kieran Cuddihy: With rising resignations, low recruitment and a Garda hospitalised after an unprovoked stabbing in Dublin; just what lies ahead in the in-tray of the new Garda Commissioner? And, with more than 9 out of 10 Irish people worried about the daily cost of living, and no one-off lump
On The Tonight Show with Kieran Cuddihy: The government seeks to overhaul planning laws in order to boost housing supply, but should garden cabins really be exempt? Plus, Europe capitulates to Trump over tariffs, but what does the trade deal mean for budget planning and Irish jobs? And should the Irish hospitality se
Tuesday 22 July - The Price of Progress: Can Ireland Deliver on a Decade of Spending?
On The Tonight Show with Kieran Cuddihy: The Government unveils its big investment plan for the next decade, with new funding earmarked for housing, water and Metrolink. But where's the detail to match the ambition? And what tariffs? Despite dire warnings over trade and FDI, today's budget projections present a "busin
It’s been a stormy first six months for the newly-formed coalition — from bitter rows over speaking rights to growing pressure on healthcare and housing. Has the government weathered the storm, or are cracks already showing? In this episode of The Tonight Show, Bríd Smith, John Lee, and Gabija Gataveckaite hand out gol
Tuesday 15 July - Cost of Living Supports Axed: Budget 2025 & the Political Fallout
The government has ruled out any new cost of living supports in the upcoming budget, citing falling inflation and a shift toward infrastructure investment. Taoiseach Micheál Martin defended the move in Leaders’ Questions, while Tanaiste Simon Harris confirmed one-off measures will be scrapped. But with reduced VAT for
On The Tonight Show with Kieran Cuddihy: Is it finally time to copy other countries and introduce a ‘tourist tax’ in Ireland? Will Trump pose 200% tariffs on pharmaceuticals, or will he chicken-out? And Elon Musk’s Grok AI sparks social media outrage with Hitler praise. 📰 Louise Burne, Political Correspondent, Ir