The State of Us Podcast
From ѿý News NI. Tara Mills and Declan Harvey react and reflect on the stories that impact our lives and speak to those who can help us understand why we’re in the state we’re in.
From ѿý News NI.
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.
This podcast is a new way of talking and learning about the news in Northern Ireland.
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. Contact thestateofus@bbc.co.uk
Episodes to download
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Gerry Adams v The ѿý
Tue 27 May 2025
Tara Mills and Declan Harvey chat to Julian O’Neill, who has been covering the libel case
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Kneecap new info & Julie Ann McIlwaine's sister fights murder verdict
Thu 22 May 2025
Tara & Declan have new Kneecap info & Julie Ann McIlwaine’s sister fights murder verdict
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John Campbell to the rescue! (The UK/EU deal explained)
Tue 20 May 2025
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”
Thu 15 May 2025
“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