liveline

Liveline is an Irish radio talk-show programme broadcast on RTÉ Radio 1. Launched in 1985, it is hosted by Joe Duffy. The programme uses an open-line format, inviting listeners to phone in to discuss a broad range of topics, including current events, social issues, and personal experiences.

Like many open-line programmes, Liveline has provided a platform for ordinary citizens to voice concerns and share perspectives, and has also featured interviews with politicians, experts, and public figures. The show has been associated with notable moments in Irish public life and has been credited with drawing attention to issues that require policy or administrative responses.

Liveline attracts a broad audience and is regarded as one of RTÉ's most long-running and influential programmes. It has received praise for facilitating public accountability and community engagement, while some critics have argued that it can sensationalize distressing topics or give equal weight to unverified claims on air.

The programme remains a staple of RTÉ Radio 1's schedule and is part of Ireland's public-service broadcasting landscape. Related topics include RTÉ Radio 1 and Irish broadcasting history.