Red Lines

Latest Episodes:

Drumcree: The Winners? Sep 30, 2026

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Who are the political winners and losers from the Drumcree dispute? Mark Carruthers chats to Gareth Gordon, Sam McBride & David McCann

Trump: Orange is the new Green Sep 16, 2026

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Mark Carruthers discusses the recent comments on Irish unity by US President Donald Trump with David Young, Ben Lowry and Diarmaid Ferriter.

The Adrian Dunbar Interview Sep 02, 2026

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Mark Carruthers chats to Line of Duty's Adrian Dunbar about growing up in Northern Ireland and his political influences.

The Kate Nicholl Interview Aug 19, 2026

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Mark Carruthers speaks to Alliance MLA Kate Nicholl about her political influences.

The Martina Anderson Interview Aug 05, 2026

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Mark Carruthers asks former Sinn Féin MEP and IRA member Martina Anderson about her political life and experiences.

The Emma Little-Pengelly Interview Jul 21, 2026

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Mark Carruthers sits down with the deputy First Minister to talk about her political inspirations & influences.

Donaldson's downfall Jun 24, 2026

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Mark Carruthers is joined by Gareth Gordon, Suzanne Breen and Tim Cairns to discuss the disgraced former DUP Leader.

Makerfield Matters? Jun 11, 2026

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Will Andy Burnham make it to Downing Street? And what impact might he have on NI? Mark chats to Adam Payne, John Rentoul, Cat Neilan & David McCann

Talking ballots May 27, 2026

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Mark Carruthers is joined by Suzanne Breen, David McCann and Jayne McCormick to look ahead to the Assembly election next year.

Celtic fringe benefits? May 13, 2026

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What impact might three nationalist first ministers have on UK politics? Mark Carruthers talks to Tom Kelly, Prof Jon Tonge and Prof Ailsa Henderson.