Counterpoint with Eddie Hobbs
Counterpoint searches for wisdom from among dissenters. Critical thinkers have a latent love for plain speaking in open debates that do not flinch before sacred cows especially true of Irish audiences. Expect Counterpoint interviews to be curious, challenging, and dissenting across global themes, in the common search for authenticity and truth, beyond the footprints of groupthink. Eddie Hobbs is known for his blockbuster TV series Rip Off Republic which set audience records for Irish TV when his humourous polemic forensically challenged the Irish Government on how the State was 'eating its young'. It was a harbinger of the Irish crash. Since 2020, Hobbs has consistently called out the Irish 4th Estate for deserting the Irish people, for not challenging State policies on COVID. He also called out the Irish President for failing in his duty to use the Constitution to protect the people from vaccine passports.
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Ivor Cummins and Nadia Adan Expose Ireland’s Electric Car Crisis
01/27/2026
Ivor Cummins and Nadia Adan Expose Ireland’s Electric Car Crisis
Chartered Engineer Ivor Cummins and car dealership owner Nadia Adan join Eddie Hobbs to examine the future of motoring against the backdrop of Ireland's Department of Finance plans to reduce miles traveled by 20% in five years and 50% over 25 years. Expect to learn about the declining global sales of pure electric vehicles, surprising data showing hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles outperforming both traditional combustion engines and EVs in total lifetime CO2 emissions, the significant weight difference between EVs and conventional cars, and the practical implications for tire wear and range. The discussion also covers the challenges facing the secondhand EV market, including battery replacement costs and residual values. Nadia Adan shares her journey from financial services to founding Ashford Motors, her experience as an independent dealer focusing on mid to high-end vehicles, and her decision to stop selling EVs based on secondhand market concerns. She offers insights into the car retail business model, financing structures, and the practical realities of Ireland's infrastructure limitations for electric vehicles. This comprehensive examination of current automotive trends reveals how political decisions are shaping consumer choices, while highlighting the potential of alternative technologies like synthetic fuels, biofuels and hydrogen. For more visit © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Una McGurk on Ireland’s Suppressed Pharmaceutical Whistleblower
01/26/2026
Una McGurk on Ireland’s Suppressed Pharmaceutical Whistleblower
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Eddie Hobbs examines whether Ireland's 2022 whistleblower laws were deliberately designed to fail citizens in this revealing episode of Counterpoint. Featuring Senior Counsel Una McGurk, the discussion analyzes a protected disclosure made by a senior Irish pharmacist that has been systematically suppressed. Expect to learn about the serious allegations contained in the whistleblower's disclosure regarding COVID-19 management, including claims of fraudulent PCR testing protocols, concerning use of midazolam in nursing homes, and alleged misrepresentation by health officials. The conversation explores how regulatory bodies like the Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) and Department of Health responded to these allegations with what McGurk characterizes as "untruthful statements" to avoid addressing the substance of the disclosure. This episode provides a detailed examination of Ireland's whistleblower legislation, revealing how it protects whistleblowers themselves but contains no effective mechanisms to ensure their disclosures are properly investigated. McGurk argues the legislation was deliberately designed as a "filibuster" that creates process without accountability, particularly when allegations are directed at state agencies. The discussion highlights the broader implications for democratic accountability in Ireland when serious allegations can be effectively buried through procedural maneuvers and institutional silence. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Ivor Cummins & Nick Delehanty on Immigrant Crime Data, COP30 & Ireland’s "Future 40" Report
01/25/2026
Ivor Cummins & Nick Delehanty on Immigrant Crime Data, COP30 & Ireland’s "Future 40" Report
Eddie Hobbs examines controversial political statements and government planning with data scientist Ivor Cummins and legal expert Nick Delehanty in this revealing discussion about Ireland's future trajectory. Expect to learn about Social Democrats leader Holly Carnes' claim that "there's no link between crime and immigration" and how this contradicts available Irish Prison Service data, Denmark's comprehensive immigration statistics and policies that show clear demographic patterns in crime rates, and Micheál Martin's climate commitments at COP30 despite major nations withdrawing from these agreements. The conversation provides an in-depth analysis of the Department of Finance's "Future 40" report, which outlines Ireland's path to 2065 including dramatic carbon reduction targets, projected national debt increases to over 140% of gross national income, and a strategy relying on mass immigration to offset declining birth rates while potentially exporting educated Irish youth. This discussion highlights how the 215-page government document appears to prioritize international climate commitments over addressing Ireland's housing crisis, with projections suggesting housing will remain unaffordable until 2040 despite the current deficit of approximately 250,000 homes. The speakers note the absence of cultural preservation, security considerations, and defense spending in this long-term national planning document. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Judith Curry on Climate Policy: Why Net Zero Doesn’t Add Up
01/24/2026
Judith Curry on Climate Policy: Why Net Zero Doesn’t Add Up
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Professor Judith Curry is a climatologist, author of "Climate Uncertainty and Risk," and a leading voice challenging mainstream climate change narratives. With decades of experience in climate science, she brings a measured perspective to the complex debate around climate policy. Expect to learn about the fundamental flaws in current climate change approaches, why net-zero carbon policies are creating energy poverty rather than solving climate issues, and how the rush toward renewable energy without adequate infrastructure is leading to grid instability and blackouts. Professor Curry explains why climate models have consistently overestimated warming, the significant impact of natural climate variability including volcanic eruptions and solar cycles, and why a multidisciplinary approach focusing on energy abundance, food security, and water management offers a more practical path forward. This discussion examines the shifting political landscape around climate policy following Trump's UN speech and Bill Gates' recent position change, suggesting a potential pivot away from carbon-centric solutions toward addressing immediate human needs and building resilience against extreme weather events regardless of their cause. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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EXPOSED: Garda Attack on Media at Citywest
01/23/2026
EXPOSED: Garda Attack on Media at Citywest
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Dougie Beattie, Irish correspondent for GB News, shares his eyewitness account of the protests at City West following an alleged assault on a child at the asylum accommodation center. Expect to learn about the shifting composition of Irish protests with middle and upper-class citizens joining traditional working-class demonstrators, the confrontational approach taken by Gardaí including pepper-spraying identified press members and local residents, and the notable absence of mainstream Irish media outlets at a significant public event. Beattie details how journalists were physically targeted despite clear press identification, raising questions about press freedom and transparency. The conversation explores the recent "spoil the vote" phenomenon that sent a powerful message to the Irish government, declining public trust in state-funded media organizations, and the interconnections between immigration policies in Ireland and Britain. Beattie provides context on Ireland's diminishing influence on the global stage, particularly regarding its stance on international conflicts and relations with Washington. This discussion offers rare firsthand insights into events largely unreported by traditional Irish media channels and examines broader questions about media accountability, immigration policy, and political shifts occurring across Ireland. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.
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Michael Yon Examines the Power Structures Behind Mass Migration
01/22/2026
Michael Yon Examines the Power Structures Behind Mass Migration
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Michael Yon is a former Green Beret and independent military journalist who has reported from conflict zones across the globe, including Thailand, Hong Kong, Iraq, and Afghanistan. His work has been referenced in major publications such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Guardian. In this interview, viewers will gain insight into what Yon describes as the global migration industrial complex, exploring how large-scale population movements can be used as strategic tools by powerful political and economic forces. He explains how migration has historically been weaponized as a form of population engineering, drawing parallels between contemporary migration patterns and ancient practices dating back to the Roman Empire. The discussion delves into the organizations that shape global migration flows—such as the International Organization for Migration (IOM)—and examines how they may serve broader geopolitical objectives. It also considers how migration policies are influencing the transformation of Western societies, the security implications of open borders, and the intersection between migration and global power structures, offering a perspective that challenges mainstream narratives. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved. How this was made
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Declan Ganley on What the Spoiled Vote Exposes in Ireland’s Democracy
01/21/2026
Declan Ganley on What the Spoiled Vote Exposes in Ireland’s Democracy
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Declan Ganley, entrepreneur and activist for the "Spoil the Vote" campaign, discusses the recent Irish presidential election that revealed a significant disconnect between the Irish government and its people. Expect to learn about the unprecedented level of spoiled votes and non-voters in the election, how three-quarters of the Irish electorate remains politically unrepresented, and why Ganley believes this presents an opportunity for a new center-right political movement. The conversation explores how Ireland's political establishment has shifted leftward while abandoning traditional center-right positions, the influence of NGOs on Irish politics, and the systemic challenges facing those who wish to reoccupy the abandoned political space. Ganley also discusses his role as CEO of Rivada Networks, which is developing a revolutionary satellite communications system called the "Outernet" - designed to maintain critical global communications even if traditional internet infrastructure fails. The discussion provides insight into Ireland's political transformation and the potential for significant change in its political landscape following what Ganley describes as "the bonfire of the old rules." Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Ezra Levant & Senator Sharon Keogan on Ireland’s Security Crisis & the Citywest Assault
01/20/2026
Ezra Levant & Senator Sharon Keogan on Ireland’s Security Crisis & the Citywest Assault
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Ezra Levant and Senator Sharon Keogan join Eddie Hobbs on Counterpoint to discuss the aftermath of an alleged sexual assault on a 10-year-old child at Citywest, Ireland's largest asylum accommodation center. Expect to learn about the security concerns surrounding Ireland's immigration policies, how the alleged perpetrator had been ordered deported but remained in the country, the lack of transparency in crime statistics related to asylum seekers, and Senator Keogan's critique of the government's response to the incident. The discussion examines the disconnect between Irish citizens and government officials on immigration policy, the economic implications of Ireland's approach to asylum seekers, and concerns about proper integration of migrants from certain regions. This conversation provides insight into the growing tensions in Ireland regarding immigration policy and highlights Senator Keogan's work in the Senate addressing these issues, including her calls for a Danish-style approach to immigration and her concerns about potential security threats. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Citywest Scandal with Declan Ganley & Malachy Steenson
01/19/2026
Citywest Scandal with Declan Ganley & Malachy Steenson
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Declan Ganley and Malachi Steen join Eddie Hobbs to examine the interconnection between Ireland's presidential election, recent events at Citywest involving a 10-year-old girl, and media coverage of these issues. Expect to learn about a UCD report titled "Protecting Against Predators" that warned of child exploitation risks in Ireland, the government's response to immigration-related crime concerns, and how media outlets are reporting on the Citywest incident. The discussion covers the role of Tusla in child protection failures, public demonstrations at Citywest, and claims of data manipulation regarding immigration statistics. The conversation also explores the "Spoil Your Vote" campaign for Ireland's presidential election, with Ganley and Steen arguing that voters should reject what they describe as establishment candidates who support similar policies on immigration and social issues. They outline specific methods for spoiling ballots as a form of democratic protest against current governance. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Alex Sheridan on Why Irish Media Has Lost the Public’s Trust
01/18/2026
Alex Sheridan on Why Irish Media Has Lost the Public’s Trust
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Alex Sheridan is the creator and host of "Ireland Reports," a new long-form interview series focused on Irish politics and current affairs. With a background in risk management within the banking sector, he also brings experience as an activist with Free Speech Ireland. Expect to learn about the evolution of media consumption from traditional television to digital platforms, how long-form content provides a more revealing and personable environment for political discourse, and why there's a significant gap in Irish media that "Ireland Reports" aims to fill. Alex discusses his show's focus on featuring political voices often neglected by mainstream media, including Senator Sharon Keogan, Councillor Malachy Steenson, and former Ambassador Ray Bassett. The conversation explores Ireland's controversial hate speech legislation, the presidential nomination process, and the growing disconnect between the political establishment and ordinary citizens. Alex offers insights into how digital media is reshaping political communication while traditional formats experience declining viewership across age demographics. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Former Presidential hopeful Gareth Sheridan talks presidency, housing, and Ireland’s future
01/17/2026
Former Presidential hopeful Gareth Sheridan talks presidency, housing, and Ireland’s future
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Gareth Sheridan, a 36-year-old entrepreneur and former presidential hopeful, discusses his experience attempting to secure a nomination for Ireland's presidency and shares insights on the country's political landscape. Expect to learn about the challenges Sheridan faced during his presidential nomination campaign, including what he describes as a coordinated "block" by major political parties that prevented independent candidates from securing council nominations. The conversation explores Ireland's housing crisis and its far-reaching impacts on healthcare, education, and community life, with Sheridan arguing that successive governments have failed in their constitutional obligation to address this fundamental issue. This discussion covers the democratic deficit in Ireland's presidential nomination process, the concerning trend of young Irish talent emigrating due to housing unaffordability, and Sheridan's perspective on how Ireland needs forward-thinking leadership that includes younger voices in decision-making. Sheridan also shares insights from his business experience developing pharmaceutical technology in Florida and his motivations for returning to Ireland despite the challenges. The conversation provides a candid look at Irish politics from the perspective of a young entrepreneur who attempted to challenge the established system, offering fresh perspectives on how Ireland might address its most pressing national issues. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Dr. Eoin Lenihan on Ireland's National Identity Crisis
01/16/2026
Dr. Eoin Lenihan on Ireland's National Identity Crisis
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Dr. Eoin Lenihan discusses his new book "Vandalizing Ireland," which examines how Ireland has transformed over the past 25 years through mass immigration, foreign direct investment, and what he describes as eroded democracy. Expect to learn about Ireland's changing national identity, the decline of the Catholic Church and its replacement with social justice ideology, how government and media coordinate messaging around immigration issues, and the introduction of critical race theory into Irish academia and politics. The conversation covers controversial topics including the handling of the Ashling Murphy murder case, how media narratives shifted blame from immigration policy to "misogyny," the dramatic increase in asylum applications following ministerial statements, and the influence of American academic theories on Irish social discourse. Dr. Linehan provides detailed analysis of what he terms the "NGO Industrial Complex" and explains how he believes traditional Irish identity is being systematically dismantled through coordinated efforts between government, media, and academia. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Ben Habib on the Brit Card and Britain’s March Towards Tyranny
01/15/2026
Ben Habib on the Brit Card and Britain’s March Towards Tyranny
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Ben Habib is a former MEP and Leader of Advanced UK who brings his perspective on the erosion of civil liberties in the United Kingdom under the current Labour government. Expect to learn about Prime Minister Keir Starmer's controversial mandatory digital ID proposal, the concerning rise in arrests for free speech violations in Britain, and how these developments represent what Habib describes as a systematic dismantling of civil liberties. The discussion examines how digital ID systems primarily impact law-abiding citizens rather than addressing illegal migration, the relationship between diminishing democratic accountability and increasing government control, and Advanced UK's vision for constitutional reform. This conversation explores the parallels between global governance trends and national sovereignty, the economic impacts of current UK policies, and Habib's assessment that Britain is approaching a critical juncture that will determine whether traditional British liberties can be preserved. Habib outlines his party's strategy for contesting all constituencies in the 2029 general election with a platform focused on reversing what he views as decades of constitutional damage. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Keith Woods on Europe’s Migration Crisis and Political Upheaval
01/14/2026
Keith Woods on Europe’s Migration Crisis and Political Upheaval
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Keith Woods is a documentary filmmaker and political analyst whose recent work examines the changing political landscape across Europe in response to migration policies. Expect to learn about the dramatic shifts in German politics where the Alternative for Germany has risen to become one of the country's most popular party, how Poland's political establishment is responding to migration pressures despite its more conservative stance, and the growing polarization between older and younger voters across Europe. The discussion covers how government data on migration and crime is being collected and presented differently across European countries, the increasing censorship facing those who discuss these topics, and why younger Europeans who have lived abroad are returning with concerns about their home countries following similar paths. This conversation examines the fundamental challenges facing the European political establishment as populist movements gain momentum, the demographic divide driving political change, and how treaties and conventions established by previous governments constrain current policy options on migration. Check out Keith Woods and his work: Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Climate Pseudoscience & Reckless Open Borders with Ivor Cummins
01/13/2026
Climate Pseudoscience & Reckless Open Borders with Ivor Cummins
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Access official statistics from Denmark: Ivor Cummins, data scientist and author, examines Donald Trump's recent UN speech condemning climate change policies and mass migration in Europe. Expect to learn about how climate change narratives originated with organizations like the Rockefeller Brothers Fund and Club of Rome in the 1950s-70s, why CO2 historically follows rather than causes temperature changes, how scientific consensus was manufactured through selective funding, and the concerning security implications of recent migration patterns in Europe. This discussion covers Denmark's data-driven approach to migration compared to Ireland's system, crime statistics correlated with migration patterns, and how fear tactics are used to silence debate on these issues. Cummins also addresses the connection between digital ID systems like the UK's proposed "Brit Card" and broader concerns about surveillance and control. The conversation provides insight into geopolitical forces shaping climate and migration policies while questioning mainstream narratives on these contentious topics. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Declan Ganley on the Maria Steen Block: Ireland’s Democracy Rigged?
01/12/2026
Declan Ganley on the Maria Steen Block: Ireland’s Democracy Rigged?
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Declan Ganley, a political commentator and former Libertas leader, discusses what he describes as a democratic crisis in Ireland's presidential nomination process. Expect to learn about the blocking of Maria Steen's presidential candidacy despite her securing 90% of the required nominations, Ganley's analysis of what he terms a "political cartel" controlling Irish politics, his call for voters to cast spoiled ballots as democratic protest, and his perspective on why establishment forces prevented an independent-minded candidate from accessing the ballot. The conversation examines the implications for Irish democracy when major parties coordinate to limit voter choices, the relationship between media and political establishments, and parallels with the 2024 constitutional referendum where voters rejected establishment messaging. Ganley argues that the blocking of certain candidates represents a fundamental threat to democratic representation that demands citizen response through electoral participation rather than abstention. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Nick Delehanty on the Locked-Out Irish Presidential Election & His Nomination Experience
01/11/2026
Nick Delehanty on the Locked-Out Irish Presidential Election & His Nomination Experience
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Nick Delehanty, independent politician and former corporate lawyer, discusses his experience navigating Ireland's presidential nomination process and his insights on the political landscape after his recent campaign. Expect to learn about the structural barriers facing independent candidates in Irish politics, how party whips control council nominations, and why the presidential election system needs reform. Nick shares his observations on the challenges of building new political parties, the influence of NGOs on government policy, and how rotating Taoiseach arrangements affect constitutional dynamics. The conversation explores how Ireland's political system protects incumbents, the impact of UN Sustainable Development Goals on domestic policy, and the concerning trend of policies being implemented with minimal democratic oversight. Nick also discusses his future political plans and why he believes more young people need to challenge the established political consensus on issues from housing to climate policy. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Who Is the Wizard Bank of Oz with Nick Hudson
01/10/2026
Who Is the Wizard Bank of Oz with Nick Hudson
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Nick Hudson is a South African actuary, private equity leader, and founder of Activist Group Panda. In this discussion, he examines the global financial power structures operating behind world governments. Expect to learn about the Bank for International Settlements and its role as a central coordination point for global financial control, how international institutions implement policy changes that circumvent national sovereignty, the connection between climate change policies and financial regulations, and the similarities between COVID-19 restrictions and current environmental initiatives. Hudson explains his "Hudson Razor" concept - that any purported global crisis requiring global solutions while suppressing dissent is likely a scam. The conversation explores how stakeholder capitalism differs from traditional shareholder models, the implementation of digital IDs and central bank digital currencies as potential control mechanisms, and why centralized systems inherently limit problem-solving and human flourishing. Hudson provides insights into how financial conditionality is used to enforce compliance with global agendas and why legal protections against these systems are increasingly vulnerable. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Col. Douglas Macgregor on Charlie Kirk, Regional Wars, and the Trump–Putin Two-Step
01/09/2026
Col. Douglas Macgregor on Charlie Kirk, Regional Wars, and the Trump–Putin Two-Step
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Colonel Douglas Macgregor, a retired US Army officer and military analyst, returns to Counterpoint to discuss recent geopolitical developments and their implications for global security. Expect to learn about the designation of Antifa as a terrorist organization following Charlie Kirk's assassination, Israel's ongoing military operations in Gaza and potential future conflict with Iran, the current state of the Russia-Ukraine war, and the shifting dynamics of global power. Colonel McGregor provides analysis on Israel's strategic objectives in the Middle East, explains why Russia has maintained a measured pace in Ukraine, and discusses how nationalist movements across Europe may influence Putin's approach to the conflict. This discussion examines America's military posture abroad, the economic consequences of globalization on the US working class, and why Colonel Macgregor believes a fundamental reassessment of US foreign policy is necessary. His insights reveal the complex interplay between domestic politics, international relations, and military strategy shaping today's geopolitical landscape. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Kevin Myers on Cancel Culture, Media Bias & Free Speech
01/08/2026
Kevin Myers on Cancel Culture, Media Bias & Free Speech
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Kevin Myers, veteran Irish journalist with a 25-year career at the Irish Times followed by positions at the Irish Independent and Sunday Times, discusses contemporary political and social issues through the lens of his experiences with cancel culture. Expect to learn about Myers' analysis of Charlie Kirk's assassination and its implications for American political discourse, his critique of modern media's abandonment of objective reporting standards, and his perspective on how Ireland's media landscape has been compromised through government funding and ideological conformity. The conversation explores the parallels between contemporary censorship and Ireland's restrictive past, the implications of hate speech legislation, and Myers' concerns about unrestricted immigration policies across Europe. Myers shares his experience of being professionally ostracized following controversial columns, offering insights into how media and political figures coordinate to silence dissenting voices. This discussion provides a candid examination of free speech challenges in modern Ireland from a journalist who continues to write for independent platforms Gript and Brussels Signal after being removed from mainstream media outlets. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Malachy Steenson on Irish Flags, the Charlie Kirk Assassination, and Islam
01/07/2026
Malachy Steenson on Irish Flags, the Charlie Kirk Assassination, and Islam
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Malachy Steenson, solicitor and councillor, discusses the controversy surrounding Irish tricolour flags being displayed in Dublin and the political establishment's response. Expect to learn about the government's characterisation of flag displays as "far right" activity, how Steenson views the matter as an attempt to suppress national identity, the strategic placement of flags in key Dublin areas as political messaging, and his analysis of Ireland's presidential election nomination process. The conversation also covers the assassination of American political figure Charlie Kirk, examining how political rhetoric can lead to violence, and Steenson's views on immigration policies in Ireland and their economic impact. This discussion explores the tensions between government control and citizen expression and Steenson's prediction that economic pressures will eventually force political change in Ireland despite establishment resistance. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Why Today’s TV Broadcasters Are Terrified - George Hook
01/06/2026
Why Today’s TV Broadcasters Are Terrified - George Hook
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: George Hook, veteran Irish broadcaster and rugby commentator, joins Counterpoint for a candid conversation about Irish media, politics, and society. With over 15 years at Newstalk, Hook brings his characteristic forthright perspective on the changing landscape of Irish broadcasting. Expect to learn about Hook's assessment of current Irish media standards, his views on what he perceives as self-censorship among journalists, his concerns about Ireland's immigration policies and cultural identity, and his thoughts on the upcoming presidential election. The discussion also covers his critique of Simon Harris's leadership of Fine Gael, his perspective on rugby's evolution and the concerning impact of concussions in the modern game, and his personal reflections on family relationships and mortality. This wide-ranging conversation provides insight into Hook's conservative worldview and his concerns about Ireland's trajectory, while offering a glimpse into the personal philosophy of one of Ireland's most recognizable broadcasting voices. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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$300 Trillion Debt Bomb: Is the Global System About to Explode? - Mark O’Byrne
01/05/2026
$300 Trillion Debt Bomb: Is the Global System About to Explode? - Mark O’Byrne
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: The global financial system is sitting on a $300 trillion debt bomb, three times the size of the world’s economy. In this interview, I sit down with Mark O’Byrne, founder of Tara Coins and veteran precious metals expert, to break down what this means for the future of money, markets, and global stability. We cover: The looming global debt crisis Why central banks are secretly hoarding and repatriating gold Trump’s tariff strategy and its risks The future of the dollar as the world’s reserve currency Whether gold could be revalued to $24,000/oz as the ultimate safe haven Bitcoin vs. gold: which really is “sound money”? This is a must-watch deep dive into the risks and opportunities shaping our financial future. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Did Ireland’s Government Agencies Silence THIS Whistleblower? - Una McGurk
12/12/2025
Did Ireland’s Government Agencies Silence THIS Whistleblower? - Una McGurk
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: In this explosive episode of Counterpoint, senior counsel Una McGurk returns to the studio to expose what could be one of the biggest scandals in Irish history. We dive deep into: A protected disclosure from a senior Irish pharmacist claiming irrefutable evidence that COVID-19 was a pre-planned crisis. How the HPRA (Health Products Regulatory Authority) allegedly tried to stonewall the whistleblower by misapplying the law. The failure of Irish politicians and MEPs to even acknowledge the disclosure contrasted with support from Germany’s Christine Anderson (MEP). The growing battle over free speech: from Ireland’s shelved Hate Speech Bill to the EU’s Digital Services Act, and what this means for censorship, surveillance, and online control. Ireland’s housing crisis and the new Compulsory Purchase Order Bill is your home really safe? The immigration crisis, EU asylum rulings, and why many Irish people now feel like second-class citizens in their own country. How all of these issues are interconnected and why the next Irish President must confront them head-on. This conversation isn’t just about Ireland. It’s about truth, accountability, and freedom issues that resonate across Europe, America, and beyond. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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The State of Ireland’s Media in 2025 - Doug Beattie
12/11/2025
The State of Ireland’s Media in 2025 - Doug Beattie
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: In this episode of Counterpoint, veteran journalist and GB News Irish Correspondent Doug Beattie joins us for a wide-ranging and hard-hitting interview. We dive into: The immigration crisis in Ireland, the UK, and across Europe Why GB News has grown so rapidly as a challenger to BBC, ITV and mainstream media Free speech, censorship, and the EU’s push for new hate speech laws How old-school journalism contrasts with today’s media management The future of Irish and British politics in a time of unrest and change Doug shares first-hand insights from decades on the ground, explaining what people in communities are really saying about immigration, asylum seekers, and political decisions that impact daily life. We also explore how GB News has connected with the public and why its audience is growing so fast. This is a must-watch conversation for anyone interested in media freedom, Irish politics, and the shifting landscape of Britain after Brexit. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Whistleblower EXPOSES Alleged Irish Big Pharma Corruption - Barrister Una McGurk
12/10/2025
Whistleblower EXPOSES Alleged Irish Big Pharma Corruption - Barrister Una McGurk
📌 Join 7,300+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Una McGurk, Senior Counsel and Masters of International Relations, presents a protected disclosure made by a senior Irish pharmacist under the Protected Disclosures Amendment Act 2022. The discussion examines how these regulatory bodies allegedly failed in their statutory obligations to protect public health, the lack of carcinogenicity and genotoxicity studies for COVID vaccines, and the concerning pattern of excess deaths in Ireland since January 2021. This conversation raises profound questions about informed consent, regulatory oversight, and the potential long-term health consequences of pandemic policies that have resulted in approximately 23,000 excess deaths in Ireland that cannot be attributed to COVID-19 itself. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Exposing Ireland's RIGGED Mortgage System! - Andy Agathangelou
12/08/2025
Exposing Ireland's RIGGED Mortgage System! - Andy Agathangelou
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Financial reform advocate Andy Agathangelou joins Eddie Hobbs to expose the dark underbelly of Ireland’s mortgage and financial system. From vulture funds and misleading court claims to regulatory failure and conflicted legal practices, this conversation dives deep into the structural fraud hurting thousands of Irish families. Andy, founder of the Transparency Task Force, outlines how power, lack of accountability, and weak regulation have created a "can of worms" - a system rigged against the public. Together, they discuss: How up to 90,000 Irish mortgage holders were trapped The role of law firms and accountancy giants in enabling injustice Why regulators are failing to protect consumers The media’s silence and how it must change What Ireland must do next to restore trust and justice Whether you’re a homeowner, policymaker, journalist, or just concerned about fairness in finance, this is a conversation you can’t afford to miss. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Ireland's Housing DISASTER - Theo McDonald
10/25/2025
Ireland's Housing DISASTER - Theo McDonald
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: In this compelling episode of "Counterpoint," host Eddie Hobbs sits down with Theo McDonald, a prominent Generation Z journalist and author of the incisive "McDonald Report" on Ireland's housing crisis. Theo provides an unfiltered critique of the structural failures within Ireland's housing market, addressing how institutional investors, shadow banking, and governmental policy missteps have converged to lock out an entire generation from home ownership. The discussion dives deep into why Ireland's young, highly educated talent pool is emigrating in significant numbers due to unaffordable housing and stagnant wages, and how current policies disproportionately benefit institutional investors rather than ordinary citizens. Theo challenges conventional wisdom around supply-demand dynamics, asserting that the market's dysfunction is not purely about inadequate supply but rather about systemic flaws, inadequate regulation, and misguided governmental strategies that enrich investors at the expense of the public. Theo also highlights troubling developments in the mortgage market, including questionable practices around mortgage securitization and loan sales to vulture funds, raising critical questions about legal ownership and systemic risk. Eddie and Theo explore solutions, including fundamental reforms to local governance and the empowerment of local authorities, while acknowledging the complex reality of implementing meaningful change in an entrenched political landscape. Watch this essential conversation for an insightful look into Ireland's ongoing housing crisis, its broader socio-economic implications, and the urgent need for systemic reform. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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Col. Macgregor Drops TRUTH BOMBS on Israel, Iran & Ukraine
10/24/2025
Col. Macgregor Drops TRUTH BOMBS on Israel, Iran & Ukraine
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: In his first Irish interview, Colonel Douglas Macgregor, a decorated U.S. Army combat veteran, military strategist, and former Pentagon advisor, speaks candidly and in depth about the growing geopolitical crisis in the Middle East, including Israel, Iran, and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. From Israel’s influence in Washington to the realities of the conflict in Ukraine, Iran’s regional role, and NATO’s military capabilities, Macgregor provides a detailed analysis that challenges mainstream narratives. Topics covered: – Israel’s influence over U.S. foreign policy – The true state of the Ukraine-Russia war – NATO’s limitations and strategic failures – Iran’s role in global geopolitics – Internal security threats facing the United States and Ireland Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.
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What is REALLY Happening to Ireland? - Keith Woods
10/23/2025
What is REALLY Happening to Ireland? - Keith Woods
📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: Keith Woods and Eddie Hobbs discuss Ireland's evolving immigration landscape and its impact on national policy. They examine different perspectives on nationalism, its historical context in Ireland, and its potential role in contemporary society. Get in touch: X (Twitter): Newsletter: To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.
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