Dawn is back and was one of the 1000s of cyclists on the London to Brighton ride at the weekend. Obviously, Mike had gripes about the road closures it caused. Pat from East London calls in with his thoughts after it has been revealed that the Manchester bomber had in fact been rescued by the Royal Navy whilst out in Libya, as well as having previous criminal convictions and links to Jihadism. Andrew Norfolk, Chief Investigative Reporter from The Times made a splash at the weekend with his story ...
Jul 31, 2018•32 min
As Brexit Secretary Dominic Raab generously promised that there would be 'adequate food' were we to have a no deal situation (and the rest), Mike and Katie discuss the latest hoo hah that accumulated over the weekend. Hugh calls in to give his two cents on the latest news. Apparently Brits are taking their own teabags on holidays abroad (let's face it, only the best will do) - show fave Grant Harold joins us to talk through various other quirks he has witnessed as The Royal Butler. And due to fo...
Jul 30, 2018•30 min
Mike is joined by Daily Star columnist and former editor Dawn Neesom for this Frisky Friday show. Apparently, today is dubbed Frisky Friday because so many married couples get in their last affair before being tied down for the summer with their families. Really? According to Sex and relationships expert, Louise Van Der Velde, its a good thing. Lee from Southampton wholeheartedly disagrees with Louise. You could soon be flying in luxury blimps with glass floors- will this catch on and is it safe...
Jul 20, 2018•28 min
Its a Brexit and Trump free zone on the Independent Republic of Mike Graham today, because quite frankly we've had our fill for the week. Instead, on to the pressing issues: holidays. Simon Calder advises us through the holiday chaos due to ensue as the school holidays start. A couple managed to feed their wedding guests with a budget of £5 per head - The Real Junk Food Project helped them to cater for their guests using surplus food that is still edible and Adam Smith tells Mike and Daisy about...
Jul 19, 2018•30 min
Today, Cliff Richard's verdict of his case against the BBC for invasion of privacy came in his favour in what will amount to be an historic decision for journalism and also the BBC as a broadcaster. Media lawyer Mark Stephens reports from the scene of the Old Bailey.'Stan' calls in to talk about divorce but it doesn't make a whole lot of sense, while Mike wants to talk about the police's part in the Cliff Richard situation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jul 18, 2018•27 min
This heatwave is creating all sorts of havoc; today we have learned that we may be due an influx of sharks towards the UK coastlines since the water is now at warmer temperatures. Expert Dr Ken Collins of Southampton University explains exactly what kind of risk we're at. A disgruntled neighbour in Devon has put a mosquito alarm in his garden to keep the noisy kids from next door away, and their dad is not impressed. Apparently you can only hear the noise if you are young, so Daisy and Mike try ...
Jul 17, 2018•30 min
The world cup is over, Wimbledon has finished so its back to Brexit (and the rest). This morning Justine Greening announced a proposal over a second referendum (well, sort of) and callers Sean and Andy wholeheartedly oppose this. Meanwhile, there's to be a spaceport built in Scotland of all places - but why? Sue Nelson, Science Journalist, fills us in on this- and unfortunately, no, its not a new method of transport for disgruntled train passengers. Thomas Markle has been talking to the press ag...
Jul 16, 2018•33 min
The day has finally come, and Donald Trump himself has made it to the UK. He may be mostly dodging London during his visit but that has not deterred protesters who have descended the streets of London, Oxfordshire and Edinburgh to make their point... Although one protester, who our roving reporter Toby Gilles speaks to, gets a secondary earful from Mike. Katie Perrior fills us in on her experiences meeting the president and what could be happening behind the scenes since Tom Newton Dunn's exclus...
Jul 13, 2018•29 min
Trump's long anticipated trip to the UK is almost upon us today, to mixed reactions. The Bow Group are actually throwing a welcome reception in his honour, and Chairman Ben Harries Quinny tells Mike and Daisy why they are in favour of his visit. An ONS study has revealed that middle aged people are the least happy of any age group, so Rachel Hosie of The Independent discusses whether or not there's any truth in that - and if millenials are happier. Mike is experiencing his own version of 'the ch...
Jul 12, 2018•34 min
The big day is here, we've all got World Cup Fever and can't stop thinking about it, so we head to Moscow to talk to Daily Mirror Football Editor to get a feel of the atmosphere. Liam calls in from Glasgow to assure us that actually Scotland are supporting England, but Mike isn't so sure. 'Avozillas' have invaded Australia, the giant avocados are going for $12 a pop and Sandra Lee gives us a low down on the hype from Sydney. Plus, a mosque will be showing the football, which is right nice, so we...
Jul 11, 2018•33 min
Well well well. We're still reeling from the top of the week's drama in the cabinet, and as its Mike and Daisy's first show of the week there seemed like nothing more pressing than a catch up with our very own Katie Perrior who gives her verdict on how Theresa May stands amidst the chaos. Plus, plenty of callers get on to take their views. And finally, as Britain has been revealed to be one of the worst countries in the world for broadband quality, Mike and Daisy talk to Dan Howdle of Cable who ...
Jul 10, 2018•33 min
It's all going to kick off as Theresa May gathers her cabinet at Chequers. Mike and Katie Perrior speak to Bob Neil MP about Brexit and British Business, and take your calls. Also ahead of the England's World Cup Quarter-Final, we talk superstitions! Also Jersey is being overrun with feral chickens! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 06, 2018•34 min
Another poisoning incident involving a nerve agent has occurred in Salisbury, this time though the affected couple are not linked to government or russia who deny involvement. Dr Andrew Foxall from the Henry Jackson Society gives his viewpoint on this. It turns out, you CAN get up 'on the wrong side of the bed'- according to a US study. Life coach Victoria James explains why; and flying ant season kicked in yesterday, especially on centre court, we get an update on this and the week in Wimbledon...
Jul 05, 2018•32 min
Its coming home! We're all a bit delicate after England Vs Colombia, the feelgood factor is well and truly back. We catch up with Adrian Durham and discuss last night's big game. As 13 people had to be rescued after drifting out to sea on inflatables (many of which were unicorns), so we talk to Guy Abbington from the RNLI about staying safe at sea. The CO2 shortage seems to be effecting more than beer as it has been revealed that an abbatoir in scotland closing due to the shortage lead to a numb...
Jul 04, 2018•32 min
Labour MPs have sent and signed a letter to Camelot calling for more transparency on the location of winning tickets and questioning the allocation of Lottery Funding, while recent figures reveal doesn't go to as many diverse courses as you would expect. Roy calls from Liverpool which has been allocated funding but this hasn't reached the less affluent areas of the city. Have school trips become a bit too extravagant? Mike thinks parents should just shell out, while Daisy thinks its damaging to ...
Jul 03, 2018•31 min
As the NHS was celebrated for its 70th year at the weekend, some people are of an alternative viewpoint on the lauded health service. Mark Littlewood of the Institute of Economic Affairs is of the view that we need to look at European health services like Germany and Sweden - and he tells Mike and Katie why. Hugh calls in to give his two cents on the ensuing chaos over Brexit. And finally - it has been reported that local council are dishing eight times as many fines for activities such as shout...
Jul 02, 2018•27 min
Mike and Daisy speak to former ambassador Craig Murray after reports have revealed the true scale of the UK's involvement in post 911 torture and an ISC investigation is ongoing. Mike calls in about the increasing lack of ATMs; meanwhile, a member of Marvin Gaye's estate is suing Ed Sheeran for alleged copying issues over his hit 'Thinking Out Loud' (and yes, we've included a mash up for your judgement), so Mike's old mucker Steve Lilywhite, record producer, lends his thoughts on the situation. ...
Jun 29, 2018•31 min
Well, after Germany historically lost at group stages, fans and broadcasters seem to be rejoicing- but does this 'rivalry' still stand, in or out of football? Steve calls in to point out England's historical victories, while Ryan has his own 'theory'. A Welsh village have inspired the nation by taking matters into their own hands by digging up 15 kms of land and installing effective broadband themselves - and David Phillips, who's part of the crowdfunded initiative, tells us the story behind thi...
Jun 28, 2018•33 min
As it has been revealed that some Doctors are so overworked that they are effectively drunk on fatigue, Mike and Daisy speak to Adam Kay, himself a former junior doctor and author of This May Hurt about the real conditions doctors find themselves in and what the solution could be. As England seem to be doing OK so far in the World Cup, Tory MP Nick Boles is set to ask Theresa May in PM's questions today why they aren't flying St Georges flag along Whitehall - will he get his question in and will...
Jun 27, 2018•32 min
Comedian Tim Vine makes a surprise appearance on the IROMG. Also Mike is on a bit of a one today with his guest Bob Seely and caller Richard in Leigh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 26, 2018•36 min
As the government builds up to a vote on the expansion of Heathrow Airport, Boris Johnson curiously has flown out of the country and it has not been reported where. Considering his promises prior to the election that he would "lie down with you in front of those bulldozers and stop the construction of that third runway" - could this move be a threat to his seat? Nigel calls in to lend his thoughts on the Remain march at the weekend. Meanwhile, an investigation into the country's Potholes reveals...
Jun 25, 2018•31 min
One year on since the Brexit referendum vote - where are we at now? Matt Kelly of the New European believes it can and should be stopped and tells us why. We also learn of a new term, 'Brenos'. Chris Kamara looks ahead to the England V Panama game with us - and his plans to fly over to Russia, against the wishes of his wife, should England progress to the late stages of the World Cup. And finally, The Perrior Awards - chaired by the orginator, Katie Perrior once again. Hosted on Acast. See acast...
Jun 22, 2018•29 min
Daisy McAndrew joins Mike to discuss the shortage of Tango in supermarkets after CO2 production took a hit. We also look at British Airways selling flights for £1 - which it turns out was a complete accident - and finally, should we stop dogs jumping out of our 4x4s? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 21, 2018•26 min
Julia Bradbury joins the Republic for the first time today. Her and Mike discuss Donald Trump seperating migrant children from their parents. Also would Monty Python be commissioned in 2018? And finally caller Jenny gets very excited about some pictures of naked rowers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 20, 2018•30 min
William Hague believes that the 'War on Cannabis' has been lost and it's time to start legalising recreational use, Mike and Daisy talk to Steve Rolles from Transform. Rajesh also calls in to say how he treated his mother with cannabis when she had cancer. Also, it's expected that 14 million extra pints will be consumed during the group stages of the World Cup, and that's just Mike! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 19, 2018•31 min
As it has been announced that there'll need to be a £20 billion funding injection to the NHS, critics are casting doubt over the alleged Brexit dividend (sound familiar?) and probable impending tax rise that will be needed to fund it. Jenny from Milton Keynes calls in to give her opinion. Why are people going on 'gin tasting experiences' and not just going to the pub? The Gin Lord, Rory Faiers, a connoisseur, explains the trend. And finally- the ultimate resort of choice for a boozey holiday, Ma...
Jun 18, 2018•29 min
Mike is joined by Michelle Dewberry. They ask why is no one flying the England flag for the world cup? Also we meet the owner of Br Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 15, 2018•33 min
IT'S A GOAL! Mark Saggers talks to us from Moscow and sets the scene as the FIFA World Cup 2018 kicks off this afternoon. And yes, we threw in that iconic clip. As parents become increasingly concerned about their childrens gaming habits, particularly Fortnite, Dr Mark Griffith, Professor of Addictive Behaviour, talks us through how to spot the signs that there may be a serious problem. And finally, do you believe in the afterlife? Daisy doesn't but she does believe in ghosts, and explains why.....
Jun 14, 2018•31 min
As MG is obsessed by Love Island and insisted on discussing it again, he and Daisy speak to Rachael Hosie of The Independent about the lack of body diversity on the show. As exam season is nearing the end, after speaking to an education expert about the recurring problem of exam stress overwhelming to school children - Anthea in Essex calls in with her thoughts on the situation. And finally, as it has been reported that hedgehogs may be under threat, they speak to Fay Vass of The British Hedgeho...
Jun 13, 2018•30 min
Today on The IROMG Mike and Katie Perrior speak to Jim Hoare about the Singapore Summit between Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un. Gary is a first time caller and is glad to hear some refreshing radio and we learn that a lady's walk is as important as their body shape. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 12, 2018•28 min
