Hot summer of discontent

The week that really was

John and Sarah discuss the controversy around the Olympic games, the riots in Southport, the death of Edna O'Brien, and ask whether it's time to revisit the way the state engages with Travellers after the Dooley murder in Kerry.

00:00 Introduction and Discussion of the Olympic Opening Ceremony

13:10 Tragedy in Southport and Societal Issues

16:46 Frustration with the Government's Handling of Immigration

24:06 The Need for a Reasonable and Informed Discussion on Immigration

26:21 Misrepresentation of Edna O'Brien's Books

36:40 The Presence of Irish Troops in Lebanon

41:03 The Need for Conversations about Traveler Culture

49:14 The Controversy Surrounding Kamala Harris