Any other business: It would seem that the secret to a successful career on RTE radio is... timing

"RTÉ's panicked announcement that David McCullagh would succeed Claire Byrne as presenter of the mid-morning radio programme was in stark contrast with the faffing about over who will replace Joe Duffy on Liveline."

"Plus... Bob Geldof's cash, lunch with the Business Post, the Shelbourne re-jig and meet Julie Jargon"

"However, there was one notable dissenter against the choice of McCullagh."

RTÉ announced that David McCullagh will succeed Claire Byrne as presenter of the mid-morning radio programme. The announcement was characterised as panicked and made quickly. The rapid appointment contrasted with prolonged uncertainty over who will replace Joe Duffy on Liveline. There was at least one notable dissenter to McCullagh’s selection. Additional items mentioned include Bob Geldof’s cash, a lunch with the Business Post, a Shelbourne re-jig and an item titled 'meet Julie Jargon'. A WhatsApp channel is offered for receiving up-to-date news.

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