As the backlash to the suspension of US chat host Jimmy Kimmel grows, Trump's attack on the media is escalating with threats to revoke broadcast licenses. 

David and Katie discuss 'cancel' culture v 'consequence' culture and what this means for freedom of speech. 

Later, Prime Time reporter Kate McDonald joined the duo to discuss how phone data is being sold and what the implications might be for security and military personnel. 

And on a separate note: Katie has a little bit of news about the hit show Traitors! 

As the backlash to the suspension of US chat host Jimmy Kimmel grows, Trump's attack on the media is escalating with threats to revoke broadcast licenses.&nbsp;David and Katie discuss 'cancel' culture v 'consequence' culture and what this means for freedom of speech.&nbsp;Later, Prime Time reporter Kate McDonald joined the duo to discuss how phone data is being sold and what the implications might be for security and military personnel.&nbsp;And on a separate note: Katie has a little bit of news about the hit show Traitors!&nbsp;

Tune in for insightful and informed conversation as Fran McNulty and some of RTÉ's top journalists digest some of the news stories of the day. Expect deep dives, analysis, interesting guests and maybe even some laughs along the way. 

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Tune in for insightful and informed conversation as Fran McNulty and some of RTÉ's top journalists digest some of the news stories of the day. Expect deep dives, analysis, interesting guests and maybe even some laughs along the way. Email: <a class="relay-http-link" href="mailto:behindthestory@rte.ie">behindthestory@rte.ie</a>New episodes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

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Jimmy Kimmel suspension and your phone data for sale! 

As President Trump continues to make demands, newly minted Washington Correspondent, Jackie Fox joins Fran and Fiona to discuss the US President's extraordinary speech at Davos this afternoon. 

Later, the duo are joined by business correspondent Fergal O'Brien who sat in on the Ryanair press conference today. Michael O'Leary took aim at the world's richest man, Elon Musk [again] as he launched the Ryanair 'idiots seat sale, while thanking Musk for the publicity! 

This morning, at the health committee, the lack of services for people with eating disorders was discussed, Paula Crotty of Cared Ireland shared her experience of losing her adult daughter to anorexia. [Cared Ireland can be contacted at caredireland@gmail.com] 

As President Trump continues to make demands, newly minted Washington Correspondent, Jackie Fox joins Fran and Fiona to discuss the US President's extraordinary speech at Davos this afternoon.&nbsp;Later, the duo are joined by business correspondent Fergal O'Brien who sat in on the Ryanair press conference today. Michael O'Leary took aim at the world's richest man, Elon Musk [again] as he launched the Ryanair 'idiots seat sale, while thanking Musk for the publicity!&nbsp;This morning, at the health committee, the lack of services for people with eating disorders was discussed, Paula Crotty of Cared Ireland shared her experience of losing her adult daughter to anorexia. [Cared Ireland can be contacted at caredireland@gmail.com]&nbsp;

Trump's demand: 'We want a piece of ice' and billionaires squabble! 

As US President Donald Trump issued tariff threats on 8 European countries, Fran [yes, he's back] and Karen speak to Chief Economist with the Institute of European Affairs, Dan O'Brien. The tariff threats are retaliation for the countries disagreeing with Trump's demand to own Greenland. 

Dan explains the impact of the previous round of tariffs and says that there's comes a time when economics needs to take a backseat when the territorial integrity of a member state is at risk. 

As US President Donald Trump issued tariff threats on 8 European countries, Fran [yes, he's back] and Karen speak to Chief Economist with the Institute of European Affairs, Dan O'Brien. The tariff threats are retaliation for the countries disagreeing with Trump's demand to own Greenland.&nbsp;Dan explains the impact of the previous round of tariffs and says that there's comes a time when economics needs to take a backseat when the territorial integrity of a member state is at risk.&nbsp;

Trump's tariff threats and what could it mean for Ireland? 

Earlier this week, it was reported that China's trade surplus has reached $1.9 trillion last year, a 20% increase on 2024. As China exports continue to grow, Agriculture and Consumer Affairs correspondent Aengus Cox joins Evelyn and Karen to discuss his recent trip to China and what it was like to be stopped by police in Shanghai. 

Later, reporter Julieanne Corr of the Sunday Times discusses the increasing use of ketamine in Ireland and the side effects of the drug. 

Earlier this week, it was reported that China's trade surplus has reached $1.9 trillion last year, a 20% increase on 2024. As China exports continue to grow, Agriculture and Consumer Affairs correspondent Aengus Cox joins Evelyn and Karen to discuss his recent trip to China and what it was like to be stopped by police in Shanghai.&nbsp;Later, reporter Julieanne Corr of the Sunday Times discusses the increasing use of ketamine in Ireland and the side effects of the drug.&nbsp;

Jimmy Kimmel suspension and your phone data for sale!

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