The UTV Podcast

On the this episode of Going the Extra Mile, Carol Jordan sits down with Gillian McCann.

After her son Jay's death two years ago, Gillian formed her own group to support other women who had lost children.

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The use of the controversial 'petition of concern' to block a move to raise the age of criminal responsibility here, has been branded as 'deeply disappointing' by campaigners pressing for the change.

I'll be joined by representatives from the parties.

There's still no movement of the Good Jobs Bill. As the window to progress the legislation closes, I'll speak to the Economy Minister, Caoimhe Archibald.

As the Prime Minister's position continues to weaken, with more resignations, we'll get the view from Westminster ahead of Thursday's by-election.

Protests have erupted across Belfast after a Sudanese man is charged with attempted murder following a knife attack in the north of the city last night.

Houses have been attacked and vehicles highjacked by crowds, roads have also been blocked.

We get immediate reaction from policitians plus I'll be joined by a panel of experts.

And as the DUP offers to progress parts of Sinn Féin's Good Jobs Bill, we speak to the Deputy First Minister.

To celebrate Volunteer’s Week, the Going the Extra Mile podcast highlights Elaine McBride, who has volunteered and fundraised for the Northern Ireland Hospice for nine years. Inspired by the exceptional respite care her son Sam receives there, Elaine works tirelessly to challenge the misconception that hospices are solely about end-of-life sadness, choosing instead to focus on the joy, light, and memories they provide.

To mark the Children’s Hospice’s 25th anniversary, the family is taking on a 25-mile wheelchair walk with Sam. Though Sam will outgrow the children's respite service next year, Elaine remains a passio...

Burrows bites back - a civil war in the Ulster Unionist Party - the party leader Jon Burrows sits down with our Political Editor Tracey Magee.

Suzanne Breen from the Belfast Telegraph and former UUP director of communications Alex Kane give their views.

What next for the Good Jobs Bill? As the horse trading to secure Executive agreement continues, we'll hear both from business and unions.

And as race hate crimes reach an all time high here, there are concerns the Executive's race relations framework doesn't go...

On the latest episode of Going the Extra Mile, Carol Jordan speaks to Chris Tennyson.

They discuss Chris' campaign for solutions and legislative change that would allow crucial family health history to be shared with adoptive families.

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The Finance Minister allocates £100 million for public sector transformation. We'll speak to John O'Dowd.

There's still no budget; what impact is that uncertainty having on our public services? I'll be joined by a panel of trade unions.

Questions for the leadership of Sinn Fein and Fianna Fail after two bruising by-elections in the Republic. I'll be joined by the Irish Independent's Kevin Doyle, and the writer and political commentator Siobhan Fenton.

Veteran journalist Stephen Walker joins the UTV Podcast to reflect on the monumental legacies of Nobel Laureates John Hume and David Trimble.

With over 30 years of experience covering Northern Ireland's politics, Stephen breaks down the differing roles of 'The Persuader' and 'The Peacemaker'.

Hosted by Paul Clark, Stephen and he discuss the immense pressure both men faced, the heavy political prices they paid within their own parties, and why history will ultimately judge their careers as an overwhelming success that left Northern Ireland a better place.

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In this episode of UTV Talking Politics, Tracey and Vicki discuss the PM's miserable May, our version of TACO and the creep of Stormont suspicion.

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One minister warns of a looming crisis because a budget still isn't agreed. We'll be joined by the parties to find out what is going on.

All eyes are on how the government parties and Sinn Féin will fare in two crucial by-elections in the Republic. We'll be joined by Irish Times political editor, Pat Leahy for the latest.

Our commentators are Ursula Savage and Alex Kane.

In this episode of Going the Extra Mile, Carol Jordan sits down with Lauren - a trans woman, activist, and Belfast Pride volunteer - for a deeply personal and uplifting conversation about the courage it takes to live authentically.

Lauren opens up about her journey coming out during the 2020 lockdown, navigating serious mental health struggles, and how counselling helped her finally step into her true identity. From finding her confidence on stage as a cabaret performer to navigating senior leadership in the corporate tech world, Lauren’s story is one of resilience and self-discovery.

We al...

Sir Keir Starmer's leadership hangs in the balance, creating a chaotic backdrop for the King's Speech to Parliament on Wednesday.

We have analysis from Westminster, where our Political Editor Tracey Magee will be joined by DUP Leader Gavin Robinson, and SDLP Leader Claire Hanna joins Vicki in the studio.

What - if any - impact will nationalist First Ministers in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have on the future of the United Kingdom?

We are joined by Professor Nicola McEwen in Glasgow, Professor Jon Tonge from Liverpool, and Dr David McCann in Belfast.<...

Sir Keir Starmer's leadership hangs in the balance, creating a chaotic backdrop for the King's Speech to Parliament on Wednesday.

We have analysis from Westminster, where our Political Editor Tracey Magee will be joined by DUP Leader Gavin Robinson, and SDLP Leader Claire Hanna joins Vicki in the studio.

What - if any - impact will nationalist First Ministers in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have on the future of the United Kingdom?

We are joined by Professor Nicola McEwen in Glasgow, Professor Jon Tonge from Liverpool, and Dr David McCann in Belfast.<...

In this week's episode of Going the Extra Mile, Carol Jordan sits down with Dr Agnes Lunny, founder and outgoing chief executive of Positive Futures, an organisation which supports people with learning difficulties, acquired brain injuries or autism and their families. Established in 1995, the charity now has over 750 employees and works with health trusts right across the island of Ireland helping thousands of people.

You can also watch this episode on ITVX.

A review into the death of Katie Simpson exposes institutional misogyny in the PSNI and systemic failures in safeguarding practice in Northern Ireland. Nathan Hanna reports from Stormont and I'll be joined by a panel of experts.

As a spate of wildfires in recent weeks has stretched emergency services, I'm joined by Environment Minister, Andrew Muir.

And ahead of the regional elections in Wales and Scotland, as well as local elections in England, we get the latest from a team of reporters.

Terry and Yasmin Geddis set up the Zachary Geddis Trust after their son's death by suicide. It provides free professional mental health services across NI.

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The latest news, sport and weather from the UTV News team. On today’s programme:

- British and Irish Governments met at Hillsborough Castle

- New appeal made over 1975 shooting of bus inspector Alex Millar in Belfast

- Northern Ireland is to get a dedicated mother and baby unit within 3 ye...

The Government's legacy legislation is pushed to the new Westminster session, Secretary of State Hilary Benn gives his view and we hear from Dublin

Campaigners hail the passing of Stormont's sign language legislation. We hear from those set to benefit from the changes and speak to Communities Minister Gordon Lyons.

And following the party's Ard Fheis, we're joined in studio by Sinn Féin Vice President, Michelle O'Neill.

Our commentators are Mark Hennessy, and Chris Donnelly.

Sinn Féin Vice President Michelle O'Neill sat down with our Political Editor Tracey Magee ahead of her party's Ard Fheis at the weekend.

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On the latest episode of Going the Extra Mile, Carol Jordan chats with Geraldine Magill, the founder of the charity Dreams2Memories, which was established in memory of her daughter, Lisa, who passed away in March 2017 at the age of 35 after battling a rare cancer. Geraldine was inspired by an Australian charity who organised a holiday for the family only months before Lisa passed away, giving them the chance to make precious memories. Now Geraldine wants her charity to help others to make their own memories.

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Executive Ministers say they don't have enough money and want the Prime Minister to step in, as we reveal a fund given to Stormont two years ago to transform public services has not yet been spent. We hear from the Finance Minister John O'Dowd.

Sir Keir Starmer battles on as the Mandelson affair continues to loom large over the government. We'll get the view from Westminster.

And thirty years after it was formed, a new play takes inspiration from the Northern Ireland Women's Coalition.

Our commentators are...

In 2016, Enniskillen teacher, Sally Rees was told news which changed her life.

She was told that over a period of 14 months, she and another female teacher had been covertly filmed by a student who she knew and had taught for years.

That crime didn’t even have a definition at the time. Now we know it was upskirting. The dynamic of Sally being an adult of authority was completely turned on its head by this heinous violation.

That's this week's Going the Extra Mile with Carol Jordan.

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As fuel protests spread to Belfast, we are joined by a panel both north and south of the border.

The Good Jobs Bill is promised to be the biggest overhaul of employment legislation in a generation, but it has been criticised by business groups. We speak to Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald, as well as the DUP and Alliance.

The issue of Legacy continues to dominate the headlines as amendments to the Legacy Bill are due to be discussed in Westminster soon. We hear from both sides of the argument.

A row has erupted...

It's been almost six months since we started our podcast 'Going the Extra Mile.' It came to be because we recognised that there are people among us—people who work to help others, raise awareness or form communities—and these are the people whose voices so rarely get heard. In this special edition, we look back on a few of the guests who spoke with us about their motivation, inspiration, and the values that lead them to selflessly spend their time and efforts creating a better community for others.

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On the latest episode of Going the Extra Mile, Carol Jordan speaks to Cinemagic Chief Executive Joan Burney Keatings and writer and director Aidan Largey.

They discuss the power of cinema and how it can help bridge community differences.

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Natalie McNally, in the words of her family, an inspiration, the greatest joy of their lives, and an amazing mother-to-be. She was also the victim of horrific violence. Her former partner, Stephen McCullagh, spun a web of lies to convince police and Natalie's family and friends of his grief and innocence. An elaborate concoction rejected by a jury, and found guilty of her murder."

Join us for this edition of the UTV Podcast, where we take a look back at the trial.

As women in Northern Ireland continue to be murdered at an alarming rate, we ask 'Is the executive's strategy to end violence against women and girls working?' We'll hear from the first and deputy first ministers. We'll also speak to the Justice Minister Naomi Long.

We'll get the views of the Health Minister as he confirms to the Assembly that legislation to introduce minimum unit pricing for alcohol is not deliverable in this mandate.

And Jim Allister says there should be no Stormont Executive as long as the Northern Ireland Protocol...

For many women in Northern Ireland, getting the right help for peri-menopause and menopause can feel like an isolating and uphill battle.

On this episode of UTV’s Going the Extra Mile, Carol Jordan discusses the issue with Roisin Hillman and Karen Pateman, the co-founders of the support group Menopause Together.

They discuss the stark reality of a developing "two-tier" healthcare system, where accessing crucial treatments like HRT often depends on who can afford to go private or best describe their symptoms and the profound financial and personal impact the condition can have on a wo...

On the eve of St. Patrick's Day celebrations in Washington, the Secretary of State tells our Political Editor, the Prime Minister has listened to help households with oil heating, it's now up to the Executive to work out how to spend it.

The First Minister's at Stormont as she boycotts the festivities in the US for the second year running. Michelle O'Neill has branded the government's heating oil support as a 'slap in the face'. We get reaction from the parties.

The Alliance Leader Naomi Long warns her party's participation in the...

In this week's Going the Extra Mile with Carol Jordan, we meet two people who have had their lives transformed with the help of the King's Trust.

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The war in the Middle East is affecting the price of commodities worldwide. Are we prepared for what might come next? We are joined by the local parties.

How is President Donald Trump's war being viewed in America? We hear from Greg Swenson from Republicans Overseas and Professor Larry Donnelly from the University of Galway.

Former Irish President Mary Robinson discusses her period in office and the changed relationships between Northern Ireland and the Republic.

This week in Going the Extra Mile with Carol Jordan, we meet Lisa Ewart, a homeless health nurse that goes to her patients where they are to meet their needs and lifestyles.

The different approach of bringing the services to the service users can make a massive difference to those who need it...

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The Chancellor insists she has the right plan for the economy as she delivers her Spring Statement, but it's against a backdrop of war in Iran that could threaten household budgets across Northern Ireland. We talk to the Secretary of State Hilary Benn.

NI Water say they need £3.5billion pounds to overhaul wastewater services here. We have an extended sit down with Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins.

Education Minister Paul Givan is on a mission to reform his department, changing A-Levels and GCSEs and has written to schools about delivering more for SEN students. We speak t...

The folks on the hill are set to receive a £14,000 pay rise - and not everyone is happy about it.

The Independent Remuneration Panel has proposed an uplift in salaries for MLAs from £53,000 to £67,200 per year – a rise of 26.8%, from April 1.

Politicians from across the piece have been reacting to the proposals.

Meanwhile, a former First Minister has warned a Stormont committee that there is “growing suspicion” within grassroots unionism around reform of the Stormont Assembly.

In this episode of 'Talking Politics', Tracey and Vicki discuss MLA pay, Stormont reform, and governmen...

In this week’s Going the Extra Mile podcast, Paul talks about his journey from establishing his own business to working to develop business across north Belfast.

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Former First Minister Arlene Foster and former deputy First Minister Mark Durkan have appeared before a Stormont committee, to discuss reform within the Stormont Assembly. We are joined by representatives from some of the parties here.

MLAs are due to receive a pay rise of almost 30%, but is it justified? Daniel Duffy reports.

Peter Mandelson was seen leaving a London police station in the early hours of Tuesday morning after he was arrested in connection with alleged misconduct in a public office. It follows the arrest, last week, of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. What does it mean...

This week we sit down with Theresa Kelly, a volunteer for Foyle Hospice, where her sister Sarah died of secondary breast cancer a few years ago.

Theresa herself now lives with incurable secondary cancer but says the work of the hospice is a comfort to both her and her family.

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Time is running out to get legislation through the Assembly, what is being done to make sure there's proper scrutiny?

The First Minister says it's a 'disgrace' that the Health Minister has suspended Northern Ireland's participation a clinical trial for puberty blockers. We hear from the Executive parties.

Sir Keir Starmer is facing two crucial tests - a neck-and-neck by-election in Manchester, as well as council elections. Could it signal the end for the Prime Minister? We're joined by polling expert Professor Sir John Curtice.

Our commentators are Suzanne Breen and Professor Jon...

As Valentines Day approaches, we are joined with relationship counsellor Anandi, who talks about the changing nature of relationships and the challenges we face.

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The Prime Minister has secured the backing of his cabinet, while the Scottish Labour leader says he should step down over the Mandelson revelations. We have the very latest with ITV News political correspondnet Carl Dinnen.

To reflect on the political turmoil this week, the DUP's Sammy Wilson, the SDLP's Matthew O'Toole and Alliance's Kate Nicholl.

What was Peter Mandleson like to deal with when he was Northern Ireland Secretary of State? I speak to two men who knew him closely - Lord Empey, and Mark Durkan.

Our commentators are Dr Clare Rice...

On this week’s Going the Extra Mile I was joined by Peter Lavery who won over £10 million thirty years ago this year and Jonny Johnston who won almost £4 million in the National Lottery in 2023.

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