June 29, 2023 Craic & Codology

June 29, 2023 Craic & Codology

by Phil Airwaves VETERAN DJ Dave ‘The Rave’ Fanning has apologised for comments he made on RTÉ radio about the late Aslan singer, Christy Dignam. The bellicose broadcaster admitted on Twitter that he had spoken out of turn. “What I said was in poor taste and incredibly ill-timed – like a lot of the music… Read more »

June 29, 2023 Craic & Codology

Defence Tactics: Unprovoked attacks on Michael D will continue Military Strategy: Government to try and frogmarch public into Nato Naval Capability: Neale Richmond to keep plunging the depths Maritime Preparedness: Green Party all at sea about triple lock Peace Initiatives: Coalition absolutely desperate to surrender neutrality

June 29, 2023 Craic & Codology

Our PR Triumphs by RTÉ accounts dept Getting By On A Budget by Ryan Tubridy Reasons We Love The Late Late by Renault Ireland Settling For Less by Noel Kelly Talking About The Deceased With Dignity by Dave Fanning How To Win On A Shoestring by Pep Guardiola My Crippling Shyness by Michael D Higgins

June 29, 2023 Craic & Codology

An unprecedented 24-hour period with no new controversies has led politicians to claim the National Children’s Hospital is “in danger of spiralling into control”. With no fresh delays or cost overruns, there is mounting fear in Government circles that the sense of anarchy surrounding the project could be lost. “These accusations are totally unfair as… Read more »

June 29, 2023 Craic & Codology

Stephen Kenny Has had a lifelong interest in soccer but admits there are very few circumstances in which he would be willing to watch the current Irish team. Experts say punditry is Kenny’s only realistic chance of getting to a tournament. Ryan Tubridy Looking for a fresh challenge following his recent departure as host of… Read more »

June 15, 2023 Craic & Codology

Leo Varadkar His behaviour was absolutely outrageous and completely unacceptable. He took possession of confidential documents and then ludicrously denied that he was reckless with them. Throw the book at him. Prince Harry I honestly can’t stand papers and I understand why Trump would be upset if he felt that they were making his life… Read more »

June 15, 2023 Craic & Codology

There are growing concerns over the climate of fear in government, with many TDs increasingly alarmed by the prospect of losing their seats at the next election. As the heat gets turned up over housing, health and sundry other issues, many deputies feel they are now skating on thin ice. “They’ve had the wind put… Read more »

June 15, 2023 Craic & Codology

Rory McIlroy This terrible deal is good for golf – and yours truly, who can recoup the millions I surely missed out on. But right now I’m here at the Canadian Open – and not in some godforsaken desert country filled with oil – which shows the game isn’t half as corrupt as I sometimes… Read more »

June 15, 2023 Craic & Codology

Floodlights: Light to be finally shone on the organisation’s finances Seating: Association will continue its tradition of musical chairs at executive level Hygiene: Most members of the public think that the FAI are a right shower Jerseys: It probably won’t take long for the blazers to show their true colours Canteen: Government insists there isn’t… Read more »

June 15, 2023 Craic & Codology

A reading from the Book of Áras: Chapter 10: The Second Coming And lo in the year of 23, it came that great were the labours of the scribes and prophets to bear a message to the people. And on learning the message, great was the gnashing of teeth and pulling out of hair. And… Read more »

June 15, 2023 Craic & Codology

BRAZILIAN POLITICIANS have condemned President Michael D Higgins after his recent comments about their treatment of the country’s indigenous people. “We knew about his reputation in Ireland for opposing economists and urging a return to hunting and gathering in monastic retreats, such as Skellig Michael,” said one senior legislator, “but his remarks about our vast… Read more »

June 15, 2023 Craic & Codology

Justice minister Helen McEntee has expressed her delight with returning to her job after maternity leave, saying that her temporary replacement Simon Harris – a fellow possible future FG leader – has had more than enough time in the spotlight. “Simon did an excellent job of keeping his Instagram and TikTok updated over the last… Read more »

June 15, 2023 Craic & Codology

As part of his ongoing media onslaught, Bertie Ahern held a press conference last night to highlight his role in the PGA/LIV ceasefire. He told reporters: “The Good Friday Agreement has become the blueprint for conflict resolution around the world, especially among warring factions known by three-letter acronyms. I am proud of the substantial role… Read more »

June 15, 2023 Craic & Codology

 Wheels coming off the coalition bandwagon  Anger about Leo Varadkar being in the driver’s seat  Government performing too many U-turns  Lots of squeaky wheels in Fianna Fáil  Ministers starting to show their mileage  Greens’ poll ratings being a complete car crash