The Big Story
Real People. Real Stories. There are stories that rarely get told — but need to be. Each episode features a candid interview with individuals navigating serious challenges — from health crises to personal turning points.
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Episodes
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Alison Spittle: "Some People Hate Fat People"
Wednesday, 11 February 2026
The Westmeath comedian is opening up about her weight loss journey.
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Major Fundraiser Underway For Offaly Teenager Seriously Injured In Crash
Tuesday, 10 February 2026
Miya Connolly Loonam is described as a joy to be around.
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State Pathologist Says Bones Found In The Midlands Are Ancient
Monday, 9 February 2026
A skull was found on an island in the midlands.
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Midlands Woman Appointed Executive Of The Foundation & Friends Of Sydney Botanic Garden
Friday, 6 February 2026
Westmeath's Ciara Timlin says her role is about driving revenue and support for the garden.
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Laois Rose Loving Every Second Of Dancing With The Stars
Friday, 30 January 2026
Katelyn Cummins says she's giving it a 100%.
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Laois Mum "Angry & Frustrated" Over Red Tape Preventing Her Daughter Going To Local Special School
Friday, 30 January 2026
Hanna's two-year-old spent the first 12 months of her life in hospital after being born with Charge Syndrome.
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Mum Issues Warning After Teenage Daughter Suffered Anaphylaxis During Flight
Wednesday, 28 January 2026
Lisa Nolan says her daughter suffers from a nut allergy.
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Babies Are Helping Midlands Schoolchildren To Learn About Their Emotions
Wednesday, 28 January 2026
Barnardos says demand for the programme has risen sharply.
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People In The West Bank Still Have Hope
Tuesday, 27 January 2026
A midlands woman is making the comments after spending two months volunteering there.
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Would You Like To Own Mel Gibson's Bed?
Monday, 26 January 2026
He slept in the bed while filming Braveheart in Trim.
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Midlands Songwriter Aiming To Have Second Song In The Eurovision
Friday, 23 January 2026
Larissa Tormey wrote ‘Laika Party’ for Ireland's entry last year.
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Divorce Mediator Sees Surge In Couples Splitting Up After Christmas
Thursday, 22 January 2026
Michelle Browne, Divorce Mediator says this year marks 30 years since divorce was introduced in Ireland.
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Young Designer Of The Year Plans To Make Her Own Communion Dress
Thursday, 22 January 2026
Offaly's Lillian Cuddy was crowned the winner of the competition last weekend.
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Is It Ever OK To Put A Kiss On A Work Email?
Wednesday, 21 January 2026
Jasmine Elkhershi, Marketing Manager, AllPro says people may be using a kiss to soften the tone of the email.
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"We Watched Our Daughter Die In Front Of Us"
Wednesday, 21 January 2026
The parents of Bryonny Sainsbury speak out about the failures in her care after she was admitted to the Regional Hospital Mullingar.
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Over 30m People Vote Yes To Elon Musk's Online Poll About Buying Ryanair
Tuesday, 20 January 2026
It's after Michael O'Leary called the tech boss a 'wealthy idiot'
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People Are Looking For A Normal Life In Iran
Monday, 19 January 2026
That's according to Halo Ahmadi O'Sullivan, who is from Iran.
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How To Survive Blue Monday
Monday, 19 January 2026
The day is often described as the most challenging day of the year.
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Tolü Makay Never Watched Dancing With The Stars Before Becoming A Contestant
Thursday, 15 January 2026
She says she would love to win it.
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Retired Consultant Behind Midlands Cancer Centre Says It Took Years To Establish The Service
Wednesday, 14 January 2026
Peter Naughton says he met years of health service red tape before the Cuisle Centre opened.
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Bright Sparks - Midlands Stripe Young Scientist Winners Share Their Ideas
Tuesday, 13 January 2026
Students across the Midlands have scooped up prizes at this year's Stripe Young Scientist Exhibition.
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Young Midlands Woman Fundraising For Life-Saving Surgery
Thursday, 11 September 2025
Abi Markey suffers from the rare condition Amelogenesis Imperfecta.
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Midlands Children Being "Lost" Due To Lack Of Appropriate Support
Friday, 22 August 2025
That's according to an Athlone mum with two children with autism.
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Men Are Knocking On Doors Of Massage Businesses Asking For "Happy Endings"
Wednesday, 20 August 2025
That's according to a Laois businesswoman.
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Midlands Charity Swin Was Born Out Of Tragedy
Monday, 18 August 2025
The 13.5km challenge is raising funds for Pieta.
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Developer Plans To Build 10,000 New Homes In Next Three Years
Monday, 18 August 2025
Fitzpatrick & Heavey Homes says they want to scale up their operations as they can see the demand is there.
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Chronic Fatigue Made Me Miss Out On Things I Loved
Friday, 8 August 2025
Alice Kelly shares her story of having haemochromatosis.
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New Midlands Advocacy Group To Fight Against The Silencing Of Rape Survivors
Tuesday, 5 August 2025
Éist is an advocacy and support organisation dedicated to breaking the silence around Sexual Assault crimes.
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Eight Week Old Toby Needs Your Help
Thursday, 31 July 2025
The Westmeath baby has been refused a drug because of the cost.
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From Coolderry To New York To Mixing With Zach Bryan
Thursday, 31 July 2025
Noel Tynan, owner of The Celt Bar in Dublin, has been discussing his life and times with Will Faulkner.