Overview
- Kieran Cuddihy appeared on The Late Late Show, where Joe Duffy sent a playful pre‑recorded message of support that Cuddihy called uplifting as public reaction has felt “almost life‑affirming.”
- RTÉ and Irish Independent coverage state Cuddihy is due to present his first Liveline on Monday afternoon following Duffy’s retirement in June.
- Cuddihy told The Sunday Times he has not spoken directly to Duffy about the handover, saying he wants to chart his own course while remaining open to any advice offered.
- He said the programme will stay caller‑driven under RTÉ’s impartiality rules, with his interests—such as commuting, family routines, and Kilkenny hurling—informing topics without dominating them.
- He disclosed a €201,000 salary with €24,000 in entitlements as a staff member without a car allowance, and he noted recent figures showing Liveline’s audience down by about 20,000 since Duffy left.