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The Tonight Show

Virgin Media Originalswww.virginmediatelevision.ie

A sharp look at the major stories shaping Ireland and the world, led by Kieran Cuddihy and a panel of guests.


Expect thoughtful analysis and robust discussion on the country’s only independent TV current affairs programme.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episodes

January 18th - Guests: Ossian Smyth TD, Roisin Shortall, Pete Lunn, Eamon Dunphy, Anthony Staines and Nina Byrnes.

Matt is joined by guests to discuss the vaccine rollout as leftover vaccines were given to the family of hospital staff. Later, Minister for State Ossian Smyth and Social Democrats co-leader Roisin Shortall debate mandatory quarantine for international visitors to Ireland. Plus, Eamon Dunphy on how he's been coping in lockdown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 19, 202146 minSeason 4Ep. 6

12th – Minister Darragh O’Brien, Catherine Corless, Fionn Davenport, Richard Boyd Barrett TD, Kate O'Connell & Paul Quinn

As harrowing details emerge from the final report of the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes, Historian Catherine Coreless will join us live on Skype as well as journalist Fionn Davenport and People Before Profit TD Richard Boyd Barrett to share their own personal experiences. Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien will be live in studio to give his reactions to the report as well as how he aims to solve Ireland’s housing crisis, and the government’s aim to vaccinate 700,000 people ...

Jan 12, 202146 minSeason 4Ep. 3

December 3rd - Guests: Sarah O'Connor, Zara King, Eamon Ryan, Paul Murphy, Barry Ward, Megan Crowley, Paul Moynagh.

Eamon Ryan joins us in studio to discuss the country's reopening, the Government voting not to pay student nurses, and much more. Plus Matt is joined by guests to discuss new proposals to tackle white collar crime, COVID 19, and Zara King's new documentary 'Ireland Under Lockdown: COVID 19 stories'. December 3rd - Guests: Sarah O'Connor, Zara King, Eamon Ryan, Paul Murphy, Barry Ward, Megan Crowley, Paul Moynagh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 04, 202047 minSeason 3Ep. 14

November 25th - Guests: Richard Chambers, Willie O’Dea TD, Aoife McLysaght, Ronan Lynch, Dr Laura Cahillane, Dan O’Brien.

Tanaiste Leo Varadkar says 'haircuts and shopping before nights out', as hospitality reopening's could be delayed a further week. And as we're promised a 3-stage easing of restrictions that will allow intercounty travel for Christmas; are we facing into another lockdown in the New Year? Ciara is joined by Richard Chambers, Willie O’Dea TD, Aoife McLysaght, Ronan Lynch, Dr Laura Cahillane, Dan O’Brien. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 25, 202046 minSeason 3Ep. 10

November 19th - Guests: Josepha Madigan TD, Paul Moynagh, Aodhán Ó Ríordáin TD, Zara King, Allison Keating, Alexandre Ryan., Harry McCann.

Justice Minister Helen McEntee to answer questions in the Dail on judicial appointments. Can Government and NPHET compromise on a safe exit strategy ahead of Christmas? Reaction after reports of a number of images of women were shared online without their consent. Plus, how are students coping with living out their entire lives in their bedrooms while also getting blamed for outdoor drinking and clusters in houses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 19, 202046 minSeason 3Ep. 8

November 18th - Guests: Billy Kelleher, Louise O'Reilly, Dr Christoph Schwitzer, Laura Cahillane, Michael Gillespie, Danny McCoy

Public donations to save Dublin Zoo from permanent closure have topped €1 million euro tonight as Taoiseach promises the Zoo will get what it needs! Pressure mounts on Government as IBEC pushes for early exit from level 5 restrictions for retailers AND should schools get a 'morale boost' and wrap up early for Christmas holidays? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 18, 202045 minSeason 3Ep. 7

September 15th 2020 | Ciara speaks to Alan Kelly, Dr. Nina Byrnes, Niall Collins, David Cullinane, Paddy Mallon & Richard Chambers

Matt Cooper & Ciara Doherty give straight-up analysis on all the latest Covid-19, political and economic developments. #TonightVMTV Entire Cabinet & CMO restricting movements as Stephen Donnelly awaits #Covid result. New national covid plan comes under fire Air date Thursday September 15th Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 16, 202047 minSeason 3Ep. 4

September 10th 2020 | Matt speaks to Paul Moynagh, Neasa Hourigan, George Parker, Mary Coughlan & Alan Barrett

Matt Cooper & Ciara Doherty give straight-up analysis on all the latest Covid-19, political and economic developments. #TonightVMTV People urged to change behaviour as Gov prepares #COVID roadmap Will #COVID and #Brexit ensure an unequal recovery? Musicians call for more supports Air date Thursday September 10th Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 15, 202044 minSeason 3Ep. 3
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