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The Neil Prendeville Show | Cork's RedFM

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In this episode, Neil interviews Gerard Dee, the National Ambulance Service Community Engagement Manager and paramedic, regarding the preventable nature of road traffic collisions. The discussion focuses on how driver distractions—such as using mobile phones for Netflix, applying makeup while driving, or operating e-scooters unregulatedly—are often human choices rather than unavoidable accidents. Gerard shares harrowing insights from his frontline experience, including the devastating long-term impact of traumatic brain injuries and the reality of fatalities occurring with mobile phones still in the victims' hands. The conversation also touches on road safety education initiatives for students and the dangers posed by inexperienced L-plate drivers.

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But you don't want them to be called accidents. No, absolutely not. And, you know, I suppose accidents, you know, are that. That's something that happens outside your control. But a road traffic collision or crash, they're generally caused.

00:01:10 · Gerard distinguishes between unpredictable accidents and preventable collisions caused by human error.

And, you know, in the course of sympathising and the course of the conversation, I said, you know, when did he die? And I said, oh, he's not dead at all. It's just I've lost my son because he has a traumatic brain injury and he's, you know, he's not my son anymore.

00:02:45 · The speaker illustrates the profound, life-changing impact of non-fatal but catastrophic road injuries.

he would be the consultant and director. the paramedic interventionist he goes to a lot of the crash scenes he says he has on a number of occasions come to crash scenes he's where somebody would be dead with a mobile phone still stuck in their hand

00:04:23 · A powerful anecdote highlighting the extreme consequences of using a phone while driving.

We do. So we have a good relationship with the Gardaí Fire Service, the RSA, and we do attend the likes of the Axa Roadshow.

00:05:57 · Gerard describes how the National Ambulance Service participates in road safety awareness programs for students.

human choice. Text 0868104106 with huge consequences.

00:07:56 · The episode concludes by emphasizing that many road tragedies are the result of intentional human decisions.

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Ger O'Dea national ambulance services community engagement manager

In this episode, Neil interviews Gerard Dee, the National Ambulance Service Community Engagement Manager and paramedic, regarding the preventable nature of road traffic collisions. The discussion focuses on how driver distractions—such as using mobile phones for Netflix, applying makeup while driving, or operating e-scooters unregulatedly—are often human choices rather than unavoidable accidents. Gerard shares harrowing insights from his frontline experience, including the devastating long-term impact of traumatic brain injuries and the reality of fatalities occurring with mobile phones still in the victims' hands. The conversation also touches on road safety education initiatives for students and the dangers posed by inexperienced L-plate drivers.

27 jul. 2026
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27th July 2027

The Neil Prenderville Show covers a wide range of news, from the historic lifting of Mayo's 'Curse of 51' following their All-Ireland victory to local incidents involving wildfires and road fatalities. The episode explores shifting lifestyle trends among younger generations, including changes in drinking habits and new gardening regulations. The discussion also delves into deep personal and social issues, featuring an interview regarding escape from religious institutions and a debate on the theological implications of global suffering. The episode concludes with critical discussions on political promises, government spending priorities, and the preventable nature of road collisions caused by driver distraction.

27 jul. 2026
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24th July 2026

The host covers a wide range of local and international news, from construction defects in the new children's hospital and concerns over Irish alumina exports to rising fuel prices and pothole claims in Cork. The episode also explores social issues, including the lack of emergency support for vulnerable individuals, anti-social behavior in urban spaces, and the impact of unregulated e-scooter use. Listeners share personal stories ranging from bizarre dating 'red flags' and childhood mischief to the challenges of a 'Cork to Mongolia' rally in a Renault Clio. The episode concludes with community updates on local business reopenings and calls for donations to Marymount charity.

24 jul. 2026
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23rd July 2026

The Neil Prenderville Show covers a wide range of news and personal stories, beginning with reports on a hosepipe ban in Ireland, legal aid controversies, and the devastating findings at the Tuam mother and baby home. The episode features a poignant interview with Therese Terry Mayer, who recounts her traumatic childhood experiences in the Bessborough institution. The program also addresses local concerns regarding wildfire smoke from Slievnaman, road safety issues involving e-scooters, and the challenges faced by the Cork City Fire Service. The episode concludes with discussions on body image, societal conditioning around diet culture, and lighthearted listener anecdotes about childhood mischief.

23 jul. 2026
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Therese Meyer on Bessborough

In this episode, Neil Prendival interviews Therese Terry Mayer, an adoptee from Bessborough, about her traumatic childhood experiences. She recounts witnessing the burial of what appeared to be a baby and describes the physical and verbal abuse she endured at the hands of religious figures. Mayer expresses deep anger over the lack of official records for hundreds of missing children at the institution. She advocates for the preservation of the grounds as sacred land and calls for the recognition of the dignity and humanity of the deceased babies.

23 jul. 2026