The Smashing Times Arts and Human Rights Radio Show, with Dublin South FM, takes place every Wednesday from 6–7pm on 93.9 FM (or listen online at www.dublinsouthfm.ie). It is presented by Mary Moynihan, Smashing Times Artistic Director, and Freda Manweiler, Smashing Times Producer and Company Manager. The programme promises an engaging hour of in-depth discussions focused on equality, diversity, and the work of artists who advocate for human rights.

In the most recent episode (Wednesday, 4 December, 6-7pm and repeated on Wednesday, 11 December, 6-7pm) Mary and Freda discuss the consequences of people whose focus is on acquiring massive wealth,  getting involved in politics, i.e. Donald Trump and Elon Musk. They also speak about censorship of artists and NGO’s in Germany and the US. Enjoy reviews on fantastic concerts by Irish artists Mary Coughlan at her sold out gig in the Olympia Theatre and Jack L (Jack Lukeman) on tour with his brilliant Christmas show Northern Lights, songs for the Winter Solstice. Also reviewed is the powerful Small Things Like These,  a new Irish film adapted from Claire Keegan’s booker prize-nominated 2021 novella. The film version is written by Enda Walsh, directed by Tim Mielants and the cast include the Oscar winning Irish actor, Cillian Murphy, Irish actor Eileen Walsh and British actor Emily Watson.