Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-presidency-podcast The European Union shapes a huge part of everyday life in Ireland. But for most people, it still feels distant, complicated, and hard to follow. As Ireland leads Europe through its EU Presidency, MEP Regina Doherty sits down with political leaders, experts and changemakers to break down the biggest issues facing Europe in clear, straightforward conversations. Regina Doherty ed8b1c68-797b-5c9e-a76c-c2586237666f yes en Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:47:27 +0200 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:48:13 +0200 http://reginadoherty.com https://img.transistorcdn.com/2eQ6rEMiFVkCsmOHYvaSUlpRlXJ42Ob3TiBtbX6XyIY/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS84N2Yw/YzExNjhhM2ZhZDhh/MjFhOTlhNzFjOGY3/ZTFjZC5wbmc.jpg http://reginadoherty.com episodic Regina Doherty The European Union shapes a huge part of everyday life in Ireland. But for most people, it still feels distant, complicated, and hard to follow. As Ireland leads Europe through its EU Presidency, MEP Regina Doherty sits down with political leaders, experts and changemakers to break down the biggest issues facing Europe in clear, straightforward conversations. The European Union shapes a huge part of everyday life in Ireland. European Parliament Regina Doherty No No 2 2 Caillum Hedderman - President of the European Youth Forum full 79c89a17-36b3-488d-a3df-4f2908f9b882 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4e8aa889 In this episode of The Presidency Podcast, Regina is joined by Caillum Hedderman, President of the European Youth Forum.They explore the opportunities offered by Erasmus+, the importance of youth participation in democracy, and why investing in young people is investing in Europe's future. From starting out in Scouts in rural Limerick, Caillum has gone on to represent young people at the highest levels of the EU and UN, championing youth rights, non-formal education and stronger support for youth organisations. Whether you're considering Erasmus+, looking to get involved in youth organisations or simply curious about how to make your voice heard, this is an episode not to miss.

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]]> European Parliament No 1 1 Tánaiste Simon Harris full 976fb478-1bb2-40e3-94d6-c73a8fef466a https://share.transistor.fm/s/ed58fe09 This week, Ireland takes over the Presidency of the Council of the European Union. But what does that actually mean? In the first episode of The Presidency Podcast, MEP Regina Doherty is joined by Tánaiste and Minister for Finance Simon Harris to explain what Ireland's six months in the chair will involve, how the Presidency works behind the scenes, and why it matters for people across the country. From setting Europe's agenda and brokering agreements between Member States to representing the EU on the global stage, Simon Harris gives an insider's perspective on one of Ireland's most important leadership roles and what the Presidency could mean for Ireland and Europe over the next six months.

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