The State of Us Podcast
Tara Mills and Declan Harvey react and reflect on the news stories that impact all our lives and speak to those who can help us understand why we’re in the state we’re in.
A new way of talking and learning about the news in Northern Ireland.
Tara Mills and Declan Harvey react and reflect on the stories that impact all our lives and speak to those who can help us understand why we’re in the state we’re in.
There’ll be lots of candid conversations, special guests, with wisdom, informality and some fun along the way.
Nothing will be off the table on “The State of Us”. New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday.
Episodes to download
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John Campbell to the rescue! (The UK/EU deal explained)
Tuesday
John Campbell gives Tara Mills & Declan Harvey his straightforward take on the UK/EU deal
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“I’ve lost 9 stone in 9 months using weight loss jabs”
Last Thursday
“I’ve lost 9 stone in 9 months using weight loss jabs” and it’s been “life changing”
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Lagan College accused of not doing enough to prevent abuse
Tue 13 May 2025
Sexual assault victims say school didn’t do enough to prevent abuse
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Trans rights, toilets and NI councils
Fri 9 May 2025
Tara Mills & Declan Harvey talk about NI local authorities and trans rights
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Kneecap and why Israel/Gaza resonates more in Northern Ireland
Fri 9 May 2025
Tara Mills and Declan Harvey discuss Kneecap and why Israel/Gaza resonates more in NI
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Introducing The State of Us
Wed 30 Apr 2025
Tara Mills and Declan Harvey’s off-air conversation brings a refreshing look at the news
