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The Niall Boylan Podcast (They Told Me To Shut Up)

The Niall Boylan Podcast (They Told Me To Shut Up)

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  • #425 Does Ireland Really Need a President?
    Jun 30 2025

    In this episode, Niall asks: Does Ireland really need a president?

    With new presidential hopefuls putting their names forward, some are questioning whether the office still serves any real purpose. Is the president an important neutral figure for the country, or just an expensive tradition Ireland can no longer justify?

    Some callers said the role is a waste of taxpayer money. They argued the Taoiseach runs the country and the president is mostly there for ceremonies and photo opportunities. In their view, the funds could be better spent on services like housing or healthcare.

    Others said the presidency is more than just symbolic. They pointed out that the president plays a vital role as guardian of the Constitution, with powers to refer laws and act as a final check on government overreach. Some callers said having a unifying figure above party politics helps keep the country together, especially in difficult times.

    As Niall points out, this debate goes beyond cost. It is about identity, trust, and whether Ireland still values a head of state who stands above the political fray.

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    57 m
  • #424 Should Ireland Lower the Age of Consent to 16?
    Jun 30 2025

    In this episode, Niall asks: Should Ireland lower the age of consent to 16?

    There have already been suggestions about reducing the voting age, with arguments that young people today are mature enough to decide at 16. On the same basis, some believe the age of consent should match the EU average and be lowered from 17 to 16. Would this protect teenagers better or put them at greater risk?

    Some callers supported lowering it, saying teenagers are already sexually active and that the current law just ignores reality. They argued that aligning with the rest of Europe would remove unnecessary stigma and better protect young people in normal relationships.

    Others were firmly against it. They said sixteen-year-olds are still too young and vulnerable and lowering the age makes it easier for adults to take advantage of them. Some warned that instead of protecting teenagers, it would lower safeguards and open the door to exploitation.

    As Niall points out, this debate is not just about numbers on paper. It is about trust, maturity, and what it really means to protect young people in today’s world.

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    49 m
  • #423 Does Living Abroad Mean Losing the Right to Vote?
    Jun 26 2025

    In this episode, Niall asks: Should Irish citizens living abroad or in Northern Ireland have the right to vote in Irish elections?

    Sinn Féin has put forward a motion to extend voting rights in presidential elections to Irish citizens overseas and in the North. Supporters say it would honour the global Irish community and reflect modern realities. Opponents argue that voting should be reserved for those who live, work, and pay tax in Ireland.

    Some callers said voting must be tied to residency. They felt people living abroad are too disconnected from daily life in Ireland to influence decisions that don’t affect them directly. Others raised concerns about security, fraud, and voters basing choices on outdated views.

    But others passionately supported the motion, saying Irishness doesn't end at the border. They pointed to the importance of the diaspora in shaping Ireland’s story and said presidential elections are largely symbolic. One caller argued that excluding Irish citizens in Northern Ireland is especially unjust.

    As Niall points out, the debate raises deep questions about identity, participation, and what it really means to belong to a nation — even from afar.

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    1 h y 42 m
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