Is the National Rifle Association’s convention the new CPAC? Marion looks back on a weekend of bizarre speeches and headshakingly worrying individuals. After 20 years of attending this event, nobody is better positioned to comment on the evolution of this event and the changes in the weapons that attract the most punters. 



The star of the event was not Donald Trump. Marion introduces to the new belle of the ball Kristie Noem. Who is and does she really have the best chances of being the Orange Lad’s running mate? 



After the convention Marion jetted off to see the jury sworn in at the Delaware courthouse where Rupert Murdoch and Fox were set to face the Dominion music. We get a run down of how the massive settlement was reached and why this might be just the beginning for Murdoch in a spiral of payouts.  Could he ever go bankrupt? Marion explains why nobody should hold their breath. 



Why would shy Ronnie DeSantis take on Mickey Mouse? Marion explains why the worm is turning for the Florida governor. Further evidence of why his campaign for the Presidential nomination looks dead in the water. What has to happen to revive it?



I am also on tour right now. I’ll be doing my latest standup show in Liverpool, Newcastle, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Armagh, Galway, Cork, Kilkenny, Naas, Birmingham, London and Tralee to why not grab a ticket while you can. All the other dates have fully sold out! https://linktr.ee/IrishmanAbroad



For double size episodes each week and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today.



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1. Irishman Abroad Live Line: You can now get in touch with us and feature on our shows by sending your WhatsApp voice note to 00447543122330.

2. Email Jar, Sonia and Marion directly on irishmanabroadpodcast@gmail.com.

For updates on future episodes and live shows follow Jar here on Twitter, visit www.jigser.com or subscribe to the YouTube channel here.

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Irishman In America Podcast

The NRA Radicalisation & Rupert's Settlement Spiral - Irishman In America With Marion McKeone

What was the purpose of Donald Trump’s visit to Ireland? As Marion touches down in Dublin after her holiday, she puts forward her perspective on why Trump was visiting during the beginning of his civil rape trial in New York. Is Trump afraid to face E Jean Carroll as Joe Tacopina uses his thuggish methods to take on the trial.
The most damning evidence against Trump in the trial being used is the infamous ‘Grab ‘em by the pussy’ Access Hollywood tapes. Marion gives a run down on what’s been said so far in the trial.
Tucker Carlson is out of a job at Fox News after alleged racist text messages he sent. Was it the straw that broke the camels back or was Carlson on his way out when he said January 6th rioters were peaceful tourists? Where does Carlson go from here? Marion gives her views on potential networks that may take him on for less cash that are to the right of Fox News.
Was there an assassination attempt against Vladimir Putin this week? Marion doesn’t think so. Russia claimed that Ukraine launched a drone strike over the Kremlin on Wednesday. Marion gives her views on what bleak motivation Russia may have for making the claim as she discusses how Ukraine is fading from the news agenda.
What is the value of the Met Gala in times of economic crisis? We debate whether the parade of exuberant wealth and excess is necessary after the inaugural event celebrated the life’s work of Karl Lagerfeld on Monday. And while stars were making their way down the red carpet screen writers were preparing to strike for their rights in LA.
Does Joe Biden have a writer’s room himself? After the White House Correspondents dinner it certainly looks that way. I look at the best jokes from Biden’s set as he and Marion discuss dinner’s of the past. With jokes about Tucker Carlson’s sacking and his age on the table, sleepy Joe has a few tricks up his sleeve.
I am also on tour right now. I’ll be doing my latest standup show in Liverpool, Newcastle, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Armagh, Galway, Cork, Kilkenny, Naas, Birmingham, London and Tralee to why not grab a ticket while you can. All the other dates have fully sold out! https://linktr.ee/IrishmanAbroad
For double size episodes each week and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today.
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If you’d like to contact me, that is easy too. You know what to do!
1. Irishman Abroad Live Line: You can now get in touch with us and feature on our shows by sending your WhatsApp voice note to 00447543122330.
2. Email Jar, Sonia and Marion directly on irishmanabroadpodcast@gmail.com.
For updates on future episodes and live shows follow Jar here on Twitter, visit www.jigser.com or subscribe to the YouTube channel here.

Disclaimer: All materials contained within this podcast are copyright protected. Third party reuse and/or quotation in whole or in part is prohibited unless direct credit and/or hyperlink to the Irishman Abroad podcast is clearly and accurately provided.

Irishman In America - All Tuckered Out, Trump On The Run & Standup Joe_

This week Marion interviewed Nancy Pelosi. She recaps the conversation with comedian Jarlath Regan and together they reflect on the latest news from the campaign trail. Can Donald produce the cash to pay his bond on Monday? Is the bond amount too high? Marion has a surprising take on this one. 

How are we still talking about Donald Trump when Texas and other border states are allowing people to die during their attempted crossings? SB4 threatens to make this appalling situation far worse. Can it be stopped? The 5th Circuit has allowed it. Now it’s the Supreme Court’s chance to stand up but don’t count on that. Is the Supreme Court the most dangerous force in America? Is their goal to retain a white America? Surely that’s already impossible?

Over in the extended episode we hear who might be Trump’s blind date running mate. He is turning this into a game show. Marion reflects on Leo Veradkar’s Washington visit and why politicians tend to resign. What kind of resignation was this? The Oscars and the future of funding for Israel brutal assault on Gaza. A new investigation has made shocking revelations about October 7th. 

For the whole episode each week and to support the continuation of the series visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad

Running Mates, Leo Resignation, SB4 & Nancy - Irishman In America Podcast

The lines have been drawn, the running mates have been selected and it now appears that a debate will take place on September 10th. Is Donald spiralling the way the polls and his latest press conference suggest or is there a lot more going on than meets the eye? Marion McKeone looks back on the past week in US politics including the over reaction by many to Kamala Harris’s candidacy. Are the polls meaningless? Did RFK Jnr really dump a bear cub in Central Park? Has there ever been a more wacky election in history? To hear weekly episode in the lead up to the election and lots more visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad. Come and see Jarlath Regan live this fall in New York, Boston, Chicago or around Ireland www.jigser.com/gigs

Has Donald Trump Been Forced To Debate Kamala Harris - Irishman In America

Sonia O'Sullivan sits down with Jarlath Regan to discuss the highest highs and the lowest lows of the Paris Olympics. She was trackside to watch her daughter Sophie take part in her first games and working for RTE covering the rest of the events. Ireland broke new ground and the team captured the nation's heart but what were her standout moments without the green tinted glasses? Jarlath heads to Galway to take part in the 38th Streets Of Galway 8km road race and we get athletics journalist Cathal Dennehy on the line to take an even closer look at this stellar 18 days of sport. Contact the show - email irishmanabroadpodcast@gmail.com or pop over to www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad to become a member and hear the full episode each week.

Irishman Running Abroad Podcast

Sonia's Olympic Review - Irishman Running Abroad Podcast

Jarlath Regan presents An Irishman Abroad, a selection of diverse weekly podcasts featuring the greatest Irish people of all time talking about their lives, politics, health, wellness and everything in between. Along with regular contributors Sonia O’Sullivan (Irishman Running Abroad) and Marion McKeone (Irishman In America), these podcasts are renowned for the depth and quality of its long form interviews. Previous guests include Brian O'Driscoll, Sir Bob Geldof, Tommy Tiernan, Aisling Bea, Hozier, Sarah Silverman, John C. Reilly,  Paul McGrath, Boy George, Paul Mescal, Sharon Horgan, Lisa Hannigan and Dylan Moran. To hear access the full back catalogue of hundreds of interviews dating back to 2013 and to unlock the full version of each weekly episode visit www.Patreon.com/irishmanabroad.

An Irishman Abroad is a winner of iTunes Store's Best New Audio Podcast. The series has been featured in iTunes’ "Best of” lists, Soundcloud and Podbean's Most Popular Podcasts lists in multiple years.

Recommended by The Guardian, Huffington Post, Telegraph, Times, BBC, RTE and Podfather himself, Marc Maron.

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