A TV star’s allegations that she was targeted with AI-generated pornographic images have triggered a national reckoning in Germany. Collien Fernandes claims her ex-husband, Christian Ulmen, created and shared explicit deepfake content in her name over a number of years — allegations he strongly denies. The case has sparked protests, reignited debate about online abuse, and put pressure on the German government to strengthen laws around digital violence.

With legislation now being drafted and wider questions emerging about the risks of artificial intelligence, this story goes far beyond one relationship — and into the heart of how technology, power and consent intersect in modern life.

Ciara Doherty is joined by The Guardian’s Berlin correspondent Kate Connolly to explain how this scandal unfolded, why it struck such a chord, and what happens next.

Irish households have more than €170 billion sitting in savings accounts, much of it losing value day by day. Finance Minister Simon Harris is pushing a new plan to make investing simpler and more accessible. But the question is whether Irish savers are ready to change, or still wary of taking risks with their hard-earned cash.

On today’s podcast, Ciara Doherty explores why we’re so reluctant to invest — from the legacy of the financial crash to the confusing world of tax rules, ETFs and “deemed disposal”. She’s joined by personal finance expert Sinead Ryan to break down how the proposed scheme might work, what we can learn from past efforts like the SSIAs, and whether trust in investing can take root in Ireland.

If your money is sitting in the bank, this conversation might make you think twice.

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As Apple marks its 50th anniversary, Ciara Doherty takes a step back from the products and the hype to look at the bigger picture. How did a company that started in a California garage become one of the most powerful and influential businesses on the planet?

Joined by tech expert and former Apple employee Andy O'Donoghue, the podcast traces the key moments that defined Apple’s journey — from the vision of Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak, through early breakthroughs like the Macintosh, to the near-collapse of the 1990s and the remarkable comeback that followed. From the iPod to the iPhone, Apple didn’t just compete — it reshaped entire industries.