This conversation with Rick Munn (@NoRiskNoReward1984) looks at homelessness in Ireland today, from people living on the streets to the rising number of hidden homeless families in caravans, boats, and temporary accommodation. We also talk about the young boy who passed away after years of waiting for scoliosis treatment, and how his story has become a symbol of how vulnerable people can be overlooked in the system.
We examine why so many households are struggling to secure housing, the pressure on healthcare services, and how government priorities — including the rapid expansion of IPAS centres — are affecting those already living with housing insecurity. The aim is to document what people are experiencing on the ground, not to frame the issue as left or right.
This discussion focuses on real situations across Ireland, the gap between official messaging and daily life, and why many families feel unheard when they try to raise concerns about housing, medical wait times, and basic