Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

Paul Byrne hears about the Knockpogue& Knockfree Ave cycle lane protest, discusses Joe Mason's '2025 Traffic Mismanagement Awards,' learns how to write crime fiction. And more...

Paul Byrne chats to Armands Ceimers from The Mulligan Room in Macroom, who shares how he’s backing local Tidy Towns volunteers with fresh baking all year round, and shining a light on the work that keeps towns welcoming for business and tourism

Paul Byrne chats with Joe Carey who previews the 16th Ballincollig Winter Music Festival and what’s in store this year.

Paul Byrne chats to writer Kevin Doyle who reveals how Cork’s streets, voices, and edge shape his brand of thriller writing.

Paul Byrne chats to Lisa Lingane who explains how simple get-togethers at UCC are making a big difference to loneliness.

Paul Byrne chats to Niamh Barry about her gift for documenting life as it is, and what makes a great photograph.

Paul Byrne chats with Drinkaware’s Dearbhla O’Brien who gives simple strategies for staying alcohol-free through January’s hard stretch.

Paul Byrne talks to Deirdre and Rachel who are protesting as Council crews move into fell beloved trees. He also talks to Cllr Tony Fitzgerald on the issue