This week on Policed, we talk to Michelle Gavin, who worked for Debenhams in Waterford for over 25 years. She was on the picket in Waterford for over a year, and tells us about the interactions they had with An Garda Síochána. We examine in detail how the Gardaí were used in the dispute, but also question whether they had […]
We are all paying into the Common Agriculture Policy, but do we know where that money is going? Joining me on the podcast is Gerry Loftus, who has spent the last few decades advocating for sustainable agriculture, climate action and is a founding member of the Rural Ireland Organisation. Gerry outlines his concerns about Ireland’s food insecurity and how we […]
Today, the 23rd of June, is World Whistleblower Day. Our government has chosen not to celebrate the phenomenal work done by whistleblowers to improve Ireland and indeed, improve countries around the globe. Here on the TortoiseShack, we thank whistleblowers everywhere for the oft times thankless work they do. Una, Noel, Caroline and Martin give you a taste of whistle blowing […]
This Housing Shock episode of Reboot Republic talks to Jude Sherry and Frank O Connor from the Anois sustainable systems design agency about creating liveable sustainable cities. Jude and Frank explain about a circular economy approach, the issues of dereliction in Cork., and how they have done a mapping project identifying the empty buildings, and how they appear to being […]
It was a pleasure to be joined for our 47th Live Sunday Special by Ast Prof of Architecture, Orla Hegarty, Human Rights Advocate and Writer, Emma DeSouza and Mr Irish Election Projections, Harry McEcansoneya to talk about the week that was. We discussed the DUP and NI beyond sectarianism, Housing myths and sustainable construction, the Polls, Dublin Bay South and […]
Built Different is the new podcast from Joella Dhlamini and Benita Murinda that explores intersectionality through honest conversations. In this short introduction Joella and Benita explain why they set up this podcast and what listeners can expect in the coming weeks. Join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack
It was a pleasure to be joined on the tortoise shack by Alliance Party Cllr and Belfast City Mayor, Kate Nicholl. Kate, born in Zimbabwe, tells us about how Belfast became her home when she no longer had one and how, on this Refugee Week, she wants the city to be the same for people from all corners of the […]
This week we speak to Neil, whose sister Donna was killed while she was cycling in 2016. Neil talks to us about his interactions with the Gardaí after her death, how supportive the liaison officer could be, but how difficult it was to find out key information. We also consider the inquest process and the Garda role in that. Liam […]