Kieran Cuddihy
IrelandhostMale7.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Kieran Cuddihy is an Irish radio presenter known for his engaging and lively hosting style on Newstalk's The Hard Shoulder. He discusses a wide range of topics, from serious news to lighter stories, often bringing a sense of humor and perspective to current events. His ability to balance serious discussions with a light-hearted approach has made him a notable figure in Irish media, where he addresses everything from societal issues to pop culture.
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Kieran Cuddihy is the host of the phone-in show Liveline, where he engages with callers on various topics.
Unlike Joe Duffy, Kieran Cuddihy doesn’t ramp up the drama on Liveline – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-07-24
Kieran Cuddihy hosts the Liveline show where he discusses various topics including abortion and Irish unity.
New arguments against abortion surface in a ‘retro’ Kieran Cuddihy Liveline show – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-06-19
Kieran Cuddihy hosts the Liveline show where he discusses various topics including abortion and Irish unity.
New arguments against abortion surface in a ‘retro’ Kieran Cuddihy Liveline show – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-06-19Kieran Cuddihy is the host of Liveline who adopts a sombre tone while listening to Culleton's testimony.
Seamus Culleton’s Ice story gives Kieran Cuddihy his first real Liveline moment – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-13
Kieran Cuddihy is the radio host who interviewed Seamus Culleton.
Irishman detained by Ice appeals to Taoiseach to raise case with Trump amid ‘torture’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-09
Kieran Cuddihy is the current host of Liveline, discussing the impact of Storm Chandra.
‘I’m not going anywhere,’ says gloriously cranky Pat Kenny as he prepares to move on – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-30
Kieran Cuddihy is a presenter who recently defected to RTÉ.
Shane Coleman and Ciara Kelly splutter over e-scooters – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-16
Kieran Cuddihy recalled being in a 'state of shock' after coming across the scene of a fatal road collision.
Liveline’s Kieran Cuddihy recalls being first on the scene of fatal Dublin road incident – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-15
Kieran Cuddihy jumped to RTÉ Radio 1 as Joe Duffy’s successor on Liveline.
Anton Savage is biggest winner to emerge from Newstalk’s schedule overhaul – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-15
Kieran Cuddihy moved from Newstalk into the Liveline seat vacated by Joe Duffy.
RTÉ shuffles presenter roles with Sarah McInerney moving to Morning Ireland – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-05
Kieran Cuddihy is the host of Liveline, discussing controversial topics including the renaming of Herzog Park.
Kieran Cuddihy takes on the big debate – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-05
Kieran Cuddihy starts his tenure as host of Liveline without the old signature tune.
On Liveline, a rueful Kieran Cuddihy hits his stride – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-14
Kieran Cuddihy has attracted attention as the new host of Liveline.
Who impresses most on day one – David McCullagh, Kieran Cuddihy or Katie Hannon and Colm Ó Mongáin? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-10
Kieran Cuddihy, a new voice to RTÉ, inherits the Liveline seat.
‘We weren’t aware that this level of a shake-up was on the cards’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-08
Newstalk’s Kieran Cuddihy takes up a new role as Liveline presenter from next Monday.
RTÉ Radio 1 most popular station as 2FM loses 24,000 listeners since last survey – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-06
Kieran Cuddihy rushed to defect from Newstalk to RTÉ amidst the radio reshuffle.
RTÉ’s twisty new soap opera stars Ray D’Arcy and, now, Brendan Courtney – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-17
Kieran Cuddihy will succeed Joe Duffy on Liveline.
After last week’s radio reshuffle, what is the difference now between RTÉ and Newstalk? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-14
Kieran Cuddihy will take over Liveline following the recent changes.
changing the guard – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-11
Kieran Cuddihy was set to leave Ballymount for Donnybrook and hosted the first of the presidential election debates.
A week of so many leaks Fianna Fáil ought to call in the specialist plumbers – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-11
Kieran Cuddihy is set to replace Joe Duffy as the host of Liveline.
Ray D’Arcy and team caught off guard by RTÉ decision not to renew contract, sources say – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-11
Kieran Cuddihy’s appearance on Friday night’s Late Late Show has been cancelled after RTÉ received legal correspondence from Newstalk.
Kieran Cuddihy Late Late Show appearance pulled following Newstalk intervention – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-10Kieran Cuddihy was unexpectedly recruited as the new host of Liveline.
RTÉ’s new schedule a hurried defensive reflex to the sour taste left by Ray D’Arcy exit – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-10Kieran Cuddihy is set to be the new host of RTÉ Radio 1’s Liveline.
Kieran Cuddihy leaves Newstalk to host Liveline as RTÉ Radio unveils new schedule – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-10Kieran Cuddihy hosts a zinger of a presidential debate.
Kieran Cuddihy hosts a zinger of a presidential debate. Just not the one you saw on TV – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-03
Kieran Cuddihy was mentioned as the interviewer who interrupted during the debate.
On the canvass with Jim Gavin in Roscommon and Catherine Connolly in Ballyfermot – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-02
Kieran Cuddihy posed challenging questions to Connolly during the debate.
Four takeaways from the first presidential debate – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-30Kieran Cuddihy is the host of the presidential debate, known for asking tough questions.
Three candidates discuss Tricolour, neutrality and Russia in first TV debate – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-29
Kieran Cuddihy expresses strong opinions on government funding of NGOs during his show.
RTÉ host Colm Ó Mongáin goes nuclear on rudderless Liveline – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-19
Kieran Cuddihy discusses the shortage of childcare places and proposes a controversial solution.
RTÉ’s Claire Byrne asks a question that dispels any trace of carefree holiday vibes – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-29
Kieran Cuddihy is a fellow presenter who engages in discussions about sports on The Hard Shoulder.
Pat Kenny gets curious, then angry, and finally jaundiced – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-25
