98fm's Dublin Talks

Racist abuse aimed at Irish rugby player Edwin Edogbo blows up online after the Six Nations win over Italy – so bad the IRFU had to shut off comments. Born and raised in Cobh, Co. Cork to Nigerian parents, the 23-year-old is Irish… so why are some people losing their minds over that?Adrian, Jeremy and callers tear into the vile comments, the “heritage” argument, and the cowards hiding behind anonymous accounts. Angela (a Munster supporter who knows the family) and Aine (raising a mixed-race child in Ireland) bring it home in a powerful, emotional chat.Plus: another Opinions Matter travel mug giveaway question at the end.

A UK nursery abuse case sparks a massive row on Opinions Matter: should men be banned from working in crèches to “protect children”? One article claims 91% of child abuse is carried out by men — but is banning men logical safeguarding… or just ridiculous?Callers are all over the place. Trevor says it’s “a woman’s job” and doesn’t trust male childcare workers, while others argue it’s discrimination, that vetting isn’t perfect, and that women can abuse too.Plus: another Opinions Matter travel mug giveaway at the end.

Welcome to Opinions Matter Extra – the totally uncut, completely random bit you normally don’t hear before the live show properly kicks off.Jeremy tells the story of being pulled in by the Gardaí with his kids in the car… and the panic that followed, blue lights and all. Adrian, of course, turns it into headlines and takes the absolute piss.There’s also a full-on row over “masticating” on mic, Jeremy’s buttonless ASOS cardigan (Katie is in stitches), a rant about people tagging dead people on Facebook… and an angry voice note from Vivienne that nearly breaks the internet.

Things took a weird and creepy turn today live on air during a topic about a strange and creepy message that a male listener (claiming to be Katies biggest fan) sent to Katie yesterday on her own private Facebook page... Adrian was calling out the message and the man who sent it (and men who message women like this in general)... But when the guy himself phoned in to tell us why he sent the message and things got even weirder.... and listeners were both shocked and furious!! At first we actually thought it was someone joking

Gerry “The Monk” Hutch says he’s running again — this time for the Dublin Central by‑election — and we ask the big question: would you want someone like him as a TD in Dáil Éireann?Callers are absolutely split: some say “he can’t be any worse than what’s in there” and want to “give him a chance”, others say he has no policies, no plan, and shouldn’t be anywhere near power — especially with CAB still chasing nearly €800k.Plus: another Opinions Matter travel mug giveaway question at the end.

A petition with over 25,000 signatures is trying to stop a so-called “mega/super mosque” being built in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal — and we asked the simple question: what exactly is the problem with a place of worship?With live callers and voice notes flying in, we hear everything from “it doesn’t affect your life, don’t go” to blunt admissions of not wanting mosques in “my country”.Irish Muslim pharmacist Fadiya joins us with an honest, powerful perspective on growing up Muslim in Ireland, while others argue about planning, immigration, “Islamification” and fear.Plus: another Opinions Matter travel mug giveaway question at the end.

On this explosive episode we spoke to people who want child benefit capped at 2 kids. Things then took a turn when a caller with no children said it should be scrapped...and sparks flew.

On this episode we discussed how seven “very sick” Palestinian children who need “urgent” treatment arrived in Ireland at the weekend, as part of a fifth medical evacuation mission to treat critically ill children from Gaza in Irish hospitals.We were shocked by the amount of callers saying they should not be brought here and that we need to "treat our own children first"

An biting incident in a creche on Dublin's northside caused uproar on this episode, with our Katie going into meltdown mode and calling for the "biter" to be thrown out of the creche! No Joke... You'll need headache tablets for this one

The big question on this episode: Is the state doing enough to protect children from addict parents? Jeremy reveals what he witnessed last night in a shop involving a young child and a "strung out" mother.

Warning - Distressing content. Following the horrific incident involving a sulky race with a pregnant horse, we heard from many angry and upset callers. Then Terry called in and our jaws dropped when we heard him try to defend Sulky racing as "tradition"

Less than 2 weeks after the tragic death of a teenager in Finglas, on today's episode we hear a first hand account of yet another incident involving teens on scramblers. This time in a Crumlin/Drimnagh park

Its actually not the Millionth episode of Opinions Matter EXTRA.. But who reads the titles?! On this episode.... did you know that everyone has a nickname that they don't know about?! Jeremy's friend is just back from Turkey and has one! Also, we discover why some people have "port-Tunnel-phobia"!

A conversation about kids imtimidating adults outside shops in Dublin 24, took a disturbing turn when a story came in of a local woman being threatened with sexual assault..... by a child.

On this episode we heard from Colm in Ashbourne, who isn't happy that he spent 600k for his house in Ashbourne, only to haave council tenants living in the same estate who are causing anti-soial beaviour. This caused a very heated debate on air.

"Theyre just wasters... they need to get their lives togehter and stop funding drug gangs".... On this episode, a caller by the name of Joseph lets rip into weed smokers and gives them a few home truths

In this wildly entertaining episode of "Opinions Matter," Adrian and Jeremy turn the airwaves upside down with a mix of laughter and absurdity during their weekend special.The lads revisit hilarious memories, including Jeremy's infamous nickname, "Triple Dixon," and a shocking confession about a friend who... well, let's just say he had an unusual habit on the bus! As the banter continues, they dive into personal anecdotes about wild nights out, questionable decisions, and that time Jeremy found himself needing some privacy at the chemist. Packed with unexpected twists and a sprinkle of nostalgia, this episode is a rollercoaster of humour that you don’t want to miss!

On this episode Joanne contacted us to shame her Brother and Sisters for never visiting their dead parents grave

In episode of Opinions Matter we have a parental dilemma brought to us by a listener named Reba. After being left for 10 years by her child's father, who moved to Australia, he’s suddenly back and wants to see his daughter again.Jeremy shocked callers with his suggested pre-condition before the deadbeat Dad can see his child.

In this moving episode of Opinions Matter, Adrian and Jeremy tackle the sensitive topic of bullying and forgiveness. After receiving a heartfelt message from a listener named Suzanne, who was bullied for years by a classmate. She was recently contacted by her former bully, seeking to apologize.