Monday’s Upfront with Katie Hannon featured a heated debate among ten leaders vying for voter support as part of the upcoming general election. The RTÉ podcast ‘Behind the Ballot’ provided an insider look at the event, discussing key moments and performances. Hosts David, Fran, and journalist Alison O’Connor analyzed the implications of the standing arrangements and potential coalition partnerships, while Katie shared her challenges in moderating the discussion. The full analysis is available in a special episode of the podcast on major platforms.