This special edition of Just the Chats sees Minister for International Development and the Diaspora Neale Richmond host a wide-ranging and reflective conversation with outgoing European Movement Ireland CEO Noelle O’Connell, marking her final podcast after fifteen years at the helm of the organisation.
Together they look back on Noelle’s leadership through some of the most turbulent and transformative moments in Ireland-EU relations, ranging from the financial crisis and Brexit to EU Presidencies and shifting public opinion. With eyes on the horizon for Ireland’s next EU Presidency in 2026, this is a timely conversation on the future of Europe’s relationship with its citizens.
Music credit:
Ailbhe Crowley
Champion by Telecasted. YouTube Audio Library.
Recorded: 16/12/2025
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