Irishman In America Podcast With Marion McKeone

Remembering Shane MacGowan With Marion McKeone - Irishman In America ( Part 1)

Marion McKeone pays tribute to her dear friend and Irish music icon Shane MacGowan who sadly passed away this week. Marion explains the origin of their friendship and what Shane meant to the Irish abroad. We hear her fondest memories and few things only those closest to him could ever know. In the second half of the episode on www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad Marion examines the latest developments in Israel and Gazza, the Desantis dumpster fire and what we can learn from lawlessness in US cities after the Dublin riots.
To contact the show email irishmanabraodpodcast@gmail.com

What’s A Bit Violence Between Friends? Santos Clinging On & Trump’s Spiral

Is the low level threat of violence becoming normalised in US politics? Marion McKeone examines this question the light of a few very worrying incidents over the past year. It's been a crazy two weeks on The Hill. Jarlath and Marion look back on the big stories and try to predict what might happen next.
Come over to Patreon to hear an extra 40 minute discussion of the humanitarian crisis in Gazza, George Santos's fraud charges, P Diddy's new rape allegations and much much more. www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad
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Trump Kids Take The Stand & Desantis’ High Heal Hypocrisy

When your Dad doesn’t show up to support you at your big day in court you know things are bad. This week Don Junior and Eric had their big softball game and their big Orange Pappa failed to sit in the bleachers. Marion McKeone picks through some of the nonsense that is getting spewed. We also take a look at the importance of high heels to Ron Desantis’ campaign and the gains that Nikki Hayley continues to make. Over in the extended episode on www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad you can hear the latest from Gaza, George Santos and the attempts to keep Trump off the ballot in 2024. Marion goes to see GNR in concert and wonders can slash help Ron Desantis somehow.
 
Jarlath is going out on tour. He will be doing his latest standup show “Yer Man” across the autumn and winter. Why not grab a ticket while you can. All the dates are selling 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.
 
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 00447565347350
 
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.

Who The Hell Is Mike Johnson? Trump Tantrums & International Law In Flames.

How did Mike Johnson become the poster boy for Republican acceptability over night? Who is this man who now occupies one of the most powerful roles in American politics? Marion McKeone attempts to explain the origin story of the man who could US politics for the next few years. 
As the conflict rages between Hamas and Israel, the carnage continues and the number innocent lives lost mount up. What does the future hold for international law and the hostages still being held. Surely the siege and bombardment a threat to their safety?
Trump threw a diaper baby tantrum in court this week. What exactly took place? Marion examines the impact of the RICO plea deals on subsequent cases. Is this whole nut about to crack wide open?
Jarlath is going out on tour. He will be doing his latest standup show “Yer Man” across the autumn and winter. Why not grab a ticket while you can. All the dates are selling 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.
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 00447565347350 
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.

Biden’s Oval Office Plea, Jim Jordan Isn’t Gone Just Yet & Your Questions Answered

Last night President Joe Biden attempted to connect the dots between Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the conflict between Israel and Palestine. Today Marion McKeone attempts to explain the latest developments. Biden is seeking a massive influx of spending to support Israel and by lumping the two conflicts together he is clearly trying to go round those who view Ukraine as a losing battle. Jim Jordan's challenge for the role of speaker looks dead in the water or is it? We dig into the questions you have submitted including the latest in the Trump RICO indictment, the use of opinion polls and Britney Spears' starting new memoir. (Patreon exclusive content)
 
Jarlath is going out on tour. He will be doing his latest standup show “Yer Man” across the autumn and winter. Why not grab a ticket while you can. All the dates are selling 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.
 
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 00447565347350
 
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.

What Next For Israel & Palestine?

Marion McKeone of the Sunday Business Post reflects on astonishing horror that continues to unfold across Israel and Palestine this week. What exactly took place and what will happen next? How will this conflict affect the world? Marion takes us inside the US reaction and her fears for the future.
 
For double size episodes each week and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today.
 
If you’d like to contact me, that is easy too.
 
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 00447565347350
 
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.

Bye Bye Kevin, Hello Donald?

The ousting of Kevin McCarthy as speaker of the house might have been predictable but what comes next certainly is not. The race has begun to fill the role but are all the candidates in it to win it? Marion McKeone one who definitely is not. Members of Irishman Abroad on Patreon can enjoy a double size version of the podcast each week. Why not give it a try this month? There’s no obligation and you get access to a hell of a lot more including Marion’s scandals series. 
Jarlath is going out on tour. He will be doing his latest standup show “Yer Man” across the autumn and winter. Why not grab a ticket while you can. All the dates are selling 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.
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 00447565347350 
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.

GOP Multi-Candidate Car Crash & A Ruling That Could Change Everything

Attending toddler’s birthday party where the clown doesn’t show up is less overwhelming than the second GOP debate. Marion McKeone examines the wreckage and looks back on a week of failed impeachments, dog attacks, prisoner releases and judgements that could change the path of Donald Trump’s business empire.
Jarlath and Marion dig a little bit deeper and have a bit more fun with the bog news stories over on www.patreon.com/irishmnabroad why not treat yourself to a month’s access to double size episode. Cancel any time you like - you will love it.
Jarlath is on tour right now. Visit www.jigser.com/gigs  to see all his brand dates or join the mailing list to get notified of next batch of tour dates.
Don’t forget double size episodes each week and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today.
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 00447565347350 
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.

Rupert’s Exit, Russell Brand’s Fall & No Time For Zelenskyy

In a week when Rupert Murdoch said goodbye, Kevin McCarthy got pantsed in public yet again and Russell Brand made more headlines than the shunning of Ukraine's President, Marion McKeone reflects on it all. Together with comedian Jarlath Regan, the Sunday Business Post's US correspondent examines the legacy of Murdoch and how his lust for money and power won't be his only legacy.
Jarlath is going out on tour. He will be doing his latest standup show “Yer Man” across the autumn and winter. Why not grab a ticket while you can. All the dates are selling out! https://linktr.ee/IrishmanAbroad
For double size episodes each week, a deeper discussion of the top stories and access to Marion’s American scandals series, why not visit www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad today.
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 00447565347350
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.

Hunter Biden’s Gobshite Indictment & McCarthy Impeachment Goose Chase.

Marion McKeone of the Sunday Business Post looks back on this week's top news stories from America with comedian Jarlath Regan.
Stories covered include:
Hunter Biden's indictment on gun charges.
Kevin McCarthy's impeachment investigation.
Mitt Romeny's new book and farewell.
Jarlath is going out on tour. He will be doing his latest standup show “Yer Man” across the autumn and winter. Why not grab a ticket while you can. All the dates are selling 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.
 
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 00447565347350
 
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.