Is A United Ireland Inevitable? - Interview With Author Kevin Meagher

[@psstblue]

United Ireland can‘t happen fast enough ending over 800 years of colonial rule

[@AlexJones-ue1ll]

Those interviews you do are a great change of pace and expansion of content for your channel, Max. Its something you even have over Phil 🙂 Keep them coming, plus you do a really good job in letting people finish their point without constantly interrupting them needlessly only asking them to clarify stuff the audience might not know.

[@MaximilienRobespierre1]

I appreciate that!

[@psstblue]

@@MaximilienRobespierre1 you are brilliant max

[@michaeloconnor2603]

Both are terrific..well done you two

[@SirAntoniousBlock]

@@MaximilienRobespierre1 You're a good interviewer Max, better than the BBC at least. 😆

[@ipsfryt]

What I was going to say, but you did it so much better, and before me. :) Well done Max. and thanks also to Kevin Meagher.

[@uweinhamburg]

This interview format with really knowledgeable and interesting people has made your channel even better.. 👍

[@georgejohnson1498]

I really hope that the island of Ireland will become a single nation if or when the population of that island wish it. I am English born, and my mother was Norwegian. I have no personal connection with Ireland, but all the Irish people I have met were and are nicer than the average Brit if I may speak without being accused of racism. One of my best friend's family came from Dublin. Best wiushes from George

[@jonathonjubb6626]

George Johnson: I like your perspective, but would go further; most nationalities are 'nicer' than us English (I'm a Yorkshireman) we didn't get the empire by being nice! We looked at the Romans and thought 'that's how to do it'..

[@laportonorth1516]

A norwegian guy here, I support a united Ireland. Because I have frends in Ireland

[@FPSIreland2]

@hognoxious “Central Irish Republic” “GDP per capita: $500/annum” “Main exports: Beef, whiskey, drunken culchies.” And a capital city based in Caaavan.

[@Charro76]

Not a positive - nor even an Intelligent negative -' response. However, It does contain a strong element of Narrow Minded Bigotry. Are you a Loyalist-- or somthin.? 😮

[@irishbob26]

As an Irish man living down south with family living up north I find this a terrifying subject. The nonchalant approach of the British government towards Northern Ireland is truly disgusting. The destabilising effect they've had on Northern Ireland could have detrimental effects for years to come and I don't even think Boris and his coagulation of cronies could give a fuck.

[@am-td1gp]

They don't.

[@nigelmurphy6761]

They don't, never did and never will.

[@julianshepherd2038]

Doesn't mean they want to be Irish.

[@gdwnet]

@@julianshepherd2038 _Doesn't mean they want to be Irish._ They whom?

[@gdwnet]

As someone living this reality, do you think reunification is the solution?

[@Driver2616]

One hundred years from now historians and academics, along with journalists and other commentators, will look back on this period in history and they will wonder just how it was that wider British society wasn’t able to accurately predict the demise of the U.K., that arose from the whole Brexit phenomenon.

[@Korschtal]

I wonder if joining the EEC back in the 70's was what shielded Britain from the consequences of its empire collapsing, and now leaving the EU is allowing history to catch up with it.

[@Driver2616]

@@Korschtal : Excellent question. It’s a great point…

[@oskarrunhaar6607]

@@Driver2616 Papa, why did you vote for Brexit? Papa: Oh, we know nothing. We couldn't do anything. It was the politicans fault. I get some Germany 45 vibes.

[@terracewalker8919]

With all the the current Brexit agitation it would be a good time to test by referendum the inevitable unification. It might be time for these islands to become independent republics whereby relationships could be based on mutual benefit and choice. The UK is about 100 years past it’s sell by date.

[@Korschtal]

@@oskarrunhaar6607 "I get some Germany 45 vibes." That's what a German colleague said to me the day after the Brexit vote.

[@lamb7780]

Kevin raises a good point about English apathy to Northern Ireland. Do English people realise that there is a a subvention of £260 million per week to Northern Ireland? I am surprised that there isn't a big red bus with that figure on the side of it driving around GB raising awareness of the fact. At least that is a real number, unlike the £360m for the NHS from the Leave campaign.

[@vaazig]

Northern Ireland Exit, we can call it NIET!

[@Bbq7272]

Lets get that bus painted!

[@justinmacneil623]

@@Bbq7272 Ah - but what colour? Orange or Green?

[@vaazig]

@@justinmacneil623 orange? 🙊

[@dyvanna1]

@@vaazig It would have to represent both parts of NI, I suggest painting it both Orange and Green ... with perhaps a little bit of white just for variety?

[@wtorules4743]

Fascinating interview again Max. Sober discussion about a delicate subject.

[@mandycouchbean]

Brilliant Interview Keep them Coming Max! ❤️🙂

[@clintireland389]

It wasn't an interview, he sat there like most in England clueless when it comes to Ireland .

[@williampatrickfagan7590]

RE United Ireland has been on the cards since the Brexshit vote was passed.

[@georgebodley8068]

Here's hoping👍

[@georgebodley8068]

@Paul Scales keep being deluded

[@patrickyoung3503]

I agree ,Britexit has fast tracked the unification question , we just need to keep level a headed approach . Religion was a major factor for not staying as an all Ireland island . I hope to see it happen in my lifetime . As the saying goes " I can feel it in my water . "

[@DDocScotland]

“Once in a century”? If the border poll is a no vote to Irish unity, the GFA states that another referendum will be held after 7 years. The U.K is finished Saor Alba

[@d2ohn]

Well done Max, you have moved your channel up to another level, great interview with a very knowledgeable guest

[@clintireland389]

It wasn't an interview, he sat there clueless like the west Brit vlogger he is.

[@gloin10]

@@clintireland389 "...he sat there clueless like the west Brit vlogger he is"? Next time, it would probably help to actually WATCH and LISTEN TO the video before you post....

[@clintireland389]

@@gloin10 I did, he hasn't a clue .

[@nicks4934]

Poor old Paisley Jnr looked desparate in Parliament. He knows the writing is on the wall. Oh dear, how sad, never mind!

[@MrRolandgent]

Why on earth does he still back Brexit ?

[@mpeg2422]

@@MrRolandgent that's the billion pound question.

[@zernebock73]

Max, with these interviews you are doing your audience a great service and really coming into your own. Giving voice to relevant people who would otherwise be ignored by mainstream media sources. Thankyou.

[@MaximilienRobespierre1]

Thanks very much for the kind comment Andrew.

[@georgebodley8068]

Here's a thought max how about getting an interview with Corbyn

[@DavidWilliams-DSW558]

But what's your view of the situation, @@MaximilienRobespierre1?

[@hannahmillington5781]

Imagine a united Ireland, independent Scotland and Wales - suddenly being British just means being English!

[@viperscot1]

Exactly it's been like that since the Tories came to power in 2010 just my opinion In my opinion it would be to the betterment of Ireland as a whole a united Ireland 5 years think it will be quicker than that Max keep up the excellent informative quality content you do

[@johnnychapman5623]

Only an English person would say that, to a lot of English people the terms "English" and "British" are the same, spoiler alert - they're not🙄

[@davidwhatever9041]

Britain died dec 2019, it’s little England and it’s little empire

[@Cybernetic800]

The Celtic nations

[@SirAntoniousBlock]

Looking further into the future England itself weakened by disparity and corruption with little to unite it culturally, I could see splintering into regions like the old Anglo-Saxon kingdoms.

[@mbrierley144brierley3]

Little tiny half of an island isolates itself while surrounded by the might of the EU. Oh dear. As far as I can see, the only benefits to come out of Brexit are a united Ireland and Scottish independence. Well done Brexit voters! You were well and truly conned.

[@georgebrowne5935]

I can't understand why some People ever thought any different? None of the Past British Colonies lasted either, there is always only a certain shelf life in any Colony.

[@am-td1gp]

Max. You know us Scots are ready. Saor Alba 💙

[@mandycouchbean]

Loved your Neale Richmond Interview Max This comes a close second !❤️🙂

[@am-td1gp]

Fantastic Max. Really enjoyed this tonight. Thanks to the both of you. Every day is a school day eh? Take care both of you.😁👏👏👏

[@clintireland389]

He doesn't read the comments! Your wasting your time!

[@am-td1gp]

@@clintireland389 He does read the comments. He has already liked other comments of mine on this post. And he also acknowledge people by name on his live ones too.

[@roisinmalone3015]

Tx Max. Very interesting interview and tx for giving the interviewee plenty of time to fully answer your questions.

[@charlysantamaria8646]

Now is when I'm beginning to listen and enjoy your channel, feels like fresh 👌air, thanks Matt 👍

[@colinforrestal3819]

A well argued discussion.

[@piccalillipit9211]

*OH OH I KNOW THE ANSWER TO THIS ONE...* YES a united Ireland is inevitable as is an independent Scotland and a collapsed England.

[@am-td1gp]

@Hope Green 👏👏👏

[@marcusmaher-triskellionfil5158]

A collapsed England...what about its subjects in Liverpool and Manchester who are there against its will who have voted against the Tories for well over half a century.

[@piccalillipit9211]

@@marcusmaher-triskellionfil5158 - You know the Titanic...? Yeah it's a similar situation to that I'm afraid. The rich get to sail away in the lifeboats whilst the poor go down with the sinking ship.

[@piccalillipit9211]

@Hope Green - It would be nice if Northern England could join Scotland. I don't know about Johnson wanting Ukraine's Lithium cos Im not sure he is that strategic - he was ambushed by a cake remember. I think he is interested in Ukrain cos its a distraction from the partygate issue. And Cornwall is swimming in lithium - literally, it's in the ground water. Im not saying he is NOT doing this, Im just saying Im not sure he is that strategic.

[@angelasusan2468]

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[@ciaranbrk]

The SF gaining some middle class votes isn’t surprising at all the establishment parties for the last decade have floundered around on housing where SF is promising a house building project. I would vote for cuthulu if it made it possible to have a house to start a family.

[@michaelflinn7784]

It's the perfect time to unite the two Ireland's.

[@michaelflinn7784]

@@mickeencrua very true. There is and should only be one Ireland but the reality of the situation is that it isn't.

[@peterflanagan5901]

There is only one Ireland 🇪🇺🇮🇪☘️

[@michaelflinn7784]

@@peterflanagan5901 hopefully both will be united soon.

[@williammuir638]

Should never have been divided. Bloody UK.

[@miakeogh6844]

William Muir

[@marcusmaher-triskellionfil5158]

Er...the treaty of 1922...look to Lloyd George, Hamar Greenwood, Lord Birkenhead and Churchill amongst others...

[@am-td1gp]

I like this guy. He talks sense.👏👏

[@mandycouchbean]

Excellent Follow up to your Neale Richmond Interview!

[@cyclometre]

EXCELLENT INTERVIEW: It would be good to hear again once the inevitable reunification has happened. This discussion needs to become more wide spread to aid that inevitability.

[@QALibrary]

Just in August, last year, for the first time ever in Northern Ireland 51% from polling would vote for a united Ireland

[@SirAntoniousBlock]

🥂

[@andysm1964]

wow yet another great interview.Where do you find these people to interview ,max? it`s really uplifting to hear intelligent debate. Certainly even in the dwindling Unionist enclaves ie Lagan Valley, there is sign of change. The trouble i find with many Unionist in NI compared to Scotland,many of the hardcore could`nt read the effects of Brexit and the impact on the uk as a whole.Still,we may all be reunited one day within the EU.

[@edmondmchugh9493]

And Kilkoo (Co. Down) have just been crowned All Ireland champions CILL CUA ABU Great content

[@rumien1383]

Congrats ....... I’ll beep the horn, if I ride through tomorrow. 🏁

[@martinthehibby9305]

Good interview and a knowledgeable guest.

[@ruthguthrie1099]

Hi folks. 👋 Thanks Max and Kevin. Very interesting. 👍

[@am-td1gp]

Ruth hunni. Good evening to you. Hope your well? Love and light as always. 👍😁🌻💖💙💚❤

[@ruthguthrie1099]

Thanks Audrey and hi. xx

[@mandycouchbean]

Loved it Max ❤️🙂

[@TheCloudhopper]

I think Kevin points out a point that a lot of Unionists only start to realise now, most British are totally oblivious to and Westminster simply doesnt care about: The GFA only works one way. It's always ever been designed to be a long fuse on Irish Unity. And that is WHY Westminster signed it.

[@ianmcbride412]

The most sensible and insightful sumup of both Irish and northern Irish politics, To tell the truth I was dreading watching this interview, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much it didn't dodge the questions that are never recognized here in Ireland, Great work and essential viewing for so many misinformed in the north and south of Ireland and for those in Britain but more important, the English.

[@TheTomellig]

Great content max. I love the optimism and picture that is painted of the future of Ireland as a people reconcilled and accepting. I would love to live and see that Irish Utopia. But i can see many difficulties. But hopefully our children can laugh.

[@christianecoughlan7392]

So refreshing to hear an expert at last!

[@declankeegan5311]

This interview makes me feel very optimistic. I also think that civil society, sport, leisure activities, the arts and culture in general, have an important integrating role to play. If I know my neighbour, I am less likely to fear or hate him. Developments like the Cultúrlann (cultural centre) in West Belfast and the existence of a GAA (Gaelic sports club) in traditionally protestant East Belfast should help to de-politicise Gaelic culture and sport. These things belong to all Irish people.

[@rumien1383]

It’s still one man’s opinion, but he seems to know his subject. Great interview Max. 👍🏻

[@FFM0594]

More an analysis than an opinion, imo.

[@Simonmc78]

Well formulated analysis. Hardly an opinion.

[@rumien1383]

@@Simonmc78 yeah, fair enough.

[@edwardbrady5843]

It's fact not an opinion, in my humble opinion an United Ireland is unstoppable.

[@am-td1gp]

I hope they go for it. And we get independence too. Then maybe Wales can convince more too. 💙💚❤

[@spindizzy64]

I have a dream of a Celtic Alliance bringing in the Manx, the Cornish, Normandy and.... okay it's crap isn't it, I'm on the whisky.

[@georgebodley8068]

@@spindizzy64 stranger things have happened

[@spindizzy64]

@@georgebodley8068 I love the idea of it.

[@uweinhamburg]

@@spindizzy64 A Celtic Union could be a far easier way for the Scots back into EUrope than the formal way of §49 of the European Constitution. Something similar to BeNeLux or the 3 Baltic States work closely together and nearly always vote the same in all EU affairs.

[@grimborn9949]

@@spindizzy64 No, I am not on the wiskey, but had the same thought. If its is realistic is an other matter. It is not wrong to dream 👍.

[@steve00alt70]

I love these interviews, as someone from NI he is right, it has never been built well.

[@gloin10]

As at least one Unionist politician has pointed out, Northern Ireland(NI) now occupies the role of poor, religiously dominated, failing state that used to be Ireland's.... Ireland, the Republic of(RoI), is now basically a rich, secular, western European society. Ni, on the other hand, is a weak, polarised, economic disaster area, very dependent on state sector employment.

[@michaellear6904]

I deeply lament that my grandmother is not here. When I was just old enough to understand she told me that Ireland would be united in my life time. I hope she was right but things better get a wriggle on coz I'm gettin old. Ireland for the Irish. Hurdles are there to be cleared. Onwards and upwards...

[@annettekearney9798]

Lucky Ireland - they can a escape as can Scotland.

[@SirAntoniousBlock]

Ireland has already escaped, since 100 years. 🤨

[@kieran8468]

Absolutely brilliant interview Max . He certainly knows his stuff and you asked the kinds of questions we wanted answers to .

[@denzilsimpson8923]

Excellent interview thanks gentlemen.

[@EMidMSO]

These interviews are just fantastic Max, (interviewees, format & interviewer). I don't know whether a united Ireland is inevitable, but the NI enclave certainly has nowhere to go. I feel a sense of urgency is needed to create an optimistic momentum towards union with Eire or else it will sink into trouble & despair again "There is a tide in the affairs of men. Which, taken at the flood, leads on to fortune; Omitted, all the voyage of their life Is bound in shallows and in miseries. On such a full sea are we now afloat, And we must take the current when it serves, Or lose our ventures"

[@imastaycool]

May I say what a fantastic interview 👏 🙌 💚🤍🧡

[@am-td1gp]

Wow informative Max. 👏👏

[@MaximilienRobespierre1]

Glad you liked it

[@am-td1gp]

@@MaximilienRobespierre1 wise men.👍😁👏👏

[@HK-jz7lz]

Excellent interview.

[@johnnicolson467]

YES Irish unification is inevitable but which will come first Scotland leaving the UK or N Ireland?

[@roberta9833]

Very interesting interview. - I hope for the good. - Thanks so much!

[@willleahy6958]

Very informative and well-reasoned. Thanks.

[@saeedhossain6099]

having said all that, great interview and really like the long format video

[@Fast_Ultralight]

A really interesting interview, thanks for that👍

[@eddys.3524]

Interesting interview... BTW, these interviews add so much value to the channel. Please continue them.

[@justsoup2460]

Most people would like to see this… dragging this out seems to be governments intention, clearly proofed with Brexit and handling after….

[@angussoutter7824]

Which will come first Ireland reunification or Scottish independence either one will be the catalyst for the other

[@mpeg2422]

Scottish independence will happen first. This political goal is being actively pursued. In contrast Irish unity is not. Sinn Féin are just building their party in readiness for being in power in both Irish jurisdictions following the next elections. Then they will be able to ask for a border poll. A future English parliament will want to decomit from the costs inherited from the UK era and the economic links between NI and England will become more strained by distance if trade has to route around Scotland. The subvention currently going to NI will be needed to equalise economic opportunity within England.

[@damarekonayaro5781]

Great interview, very interesting.

[@valx7586]

The more I learn about Northern Irish politics the less I know

[@mandycouchbean]

Evening Max & all Here ! 🙂🌻

[@am-td1gp]

Evening Mandy hunni. Hope your having a fab weekend? Love and light as always. 👍😁🌻💖💙💚❤

[@mandycouchbean]

@@am-td1gp Evening Audrey other than mixing Saturday with Sunday Good Thanks 😁😂

[@rumien1383]

@@mandycouchbean you did ? Thank god, I thought I’d overslept.😏🍻

[@mandycouchbean]

@@rumien1383 😁🤣

[@korolev-musictodriveby6583]

Hi Mandy , hi Audrey , hope you enjoy the rest of the weekend . That was a damn’ good interview , I got to hear everything the interviewee said ! Well done, Max ! All the best from Breaxit Central ( S-o-T) 😁👍🌻🍀🌻

[@Francisco_CS]

This is truly the best solution for Northern Ireland, a union with the Republic of Ireland that respects the uniqueness of Northern Ireland society, honoring every citizen beliefs...

[@michaeloconnor2603]

Guys United Ireland in 20 years ..economic union now...that's the direction

[@ULYSSES-31]

Great interview.

[@maltesetony9030]

No, not inevitable; just bloody likely.

[@setyeva0]

As soon as the Border poll is called I'm booking my flight and a holiday in Ireland to coincide with the poll. If the result is yes, I may just die in the celebrations!

[@clintireland389]

Provided you take the DUP with you!

[@victorbeauvois]

HOPEFULLY 👍👍

[@susangavaghan]

A united Ireland is now inevitable. This is wonderful.

[@mandycouchbean]

Thank you Max You’ve made my Sunday ! ❤️🙂

[@MaximilienRobespierre1]

So glad!

[@waynekerrgoodstyle]

But today is Saturday.

[@mandycouchbean]

@@waynekerrgoodstyle Opps It’s been a long day 😁😂

[@waynekerrgoodstyle]

@@mandycouchbean Haha, Mandy you had me worried there. I thought my computers calendar was broken! haha xXx

[@mandycouchbean]

@@waynekerrgoodstyle 😁🤣

[@derekmulready1523]

Verious Northern Irish Politition's have Said on Numerous occasions that if a United Ireland should happen in the Future that they would have to Leave their Home As they would lose their Britishness . 🇮🇪🇪🇺

[@Llortnerof]

I fail to see how that is a bad thing.

[@julianshepherd2038]

There would be a lot of shooting and burning first

[@julianshepherd2038]

@@Llortnerof it's a republican dream. They will not leave without a fight. Its the foundation of their culture.

[@lamb7780]

They're wrong because their Britishness is protected by the Good Friday Agreement which states it would be unaffected by reunification.

[@batcollins3714]

Good riddance

[@darriendastar3941]

Fascinating, informative and all-round excellent.

[@rodneyskennedy3163]

Hopefully we will see a UI in ten years time.

[@keithspriggs4614]

Very interesting, great to get a different perspective

[@MarkBuckleyCorkTuba]

Thanks Max, very interesting.

[@am-td1gp]

Hi Max👍😁🌻

[@davidmarkwort9711]

This is really the only good and true solution, unification.

[@arturobianco848]

Very nice intervieuw. It gives a lot of information about the situation without being particulairly biased against any group. Ofcourse you both are more or less in favour of unification but their is no hatred when talking about unionist (a bit strange to talk about unificatian and the oppiste site are the unionsist ). Also a very good point about letting him tell his story without making any of your points. Just interrupting him if you think some subjects need more explaining because your viewers aren't all experts in the NI situation. Kudo's for putting a whole new level in youre youtube arsenal and doing it well.👍

[@telhadaway3833]

I would love a united Ireland but growing up in northern Ireland I know only too well how unionists work they would come together and come out of the wood work to oppose a united Ireland 🇮🇪

[@roisinmalone3015]

Too bad. They won't be the majority for much longer Unionists (the extreme element) will have to learn to accept democracy and equality.

[@telhadaway3833]

No surprise there roisin considering Arline foster is one of their main mouth pieces but a huge poll published in the Irish news here the DUPs time of ruling the north of Ireland with a iron ✊ is over

[@matpk]

@@roisinmalone3015🎉 Divide NI into 6 parts Join RoI one by one

[@roisinmalone3015]

@@matpk What create more partition given what a disaster partition has been Unionists need to learn how to accept and respect democracy and equality.

[@steverichmond7142]

I believe Johnson is the biggest reason to have Scottish independence in that it shows how remote Westminster is from ordinary Scottish aspirations. He is even scared to come to Scotland and Scottish Tories dislike him intensely.

[@joekavanagh7171]

I wish there was a poll in Britain to see if the British taxpayer would like to continue paying £10bn annually to prop up Northern Ireland.

[@a3lfeoxld]

Great interview, thank you

[@seanpatrick1243]

Three countries: a united Ireland, Scotland rejoining the EU and Engales begging for trade deals and laundering despot money.

[@idressakatta148]

Ireland please unite it will be a history made

[@imastaycool]

Reunite*

[@LL-vk9zc]

Oops - he called it Southern Ireland. Zero points, Monsieur Meagher.

[@setyeva0]

Indeed.... Southern Ireland, irrespective of context starts further North than Northern Ireland. The only acceptable nomenclature other than "Ireland" is "The Republic of Ireland" and only for clarity where a distinction is required... soon enough that will pass. PS: For our European friends; Éire written in an English sentence is considered a derogatory use of the Irish word, it stems from Britain's incapability to deal with a former colony fairly and its begrudging recognition of its legitimate status as a country, "Ireland". [Edit] _( you do not use "Deutschland" in an English sentence when referring to Germany, if you do, you have an agenda, usually an insulting one towards said country)_ .

[@jannistgt]

26+6= 1 Ireland

[@avit24]

England has taken the piss of the UK with brexit... never believed in it and lets face it... if in the uk, we are much stronger out of it!

[@jurgenporn1867]

Lot to learn here. Thx, Max and guest!

[@SI-vb7hd]

Some nice interviews recently, would love to see something similar on Scottish independence.

[@MaximilienRobespierre1]

I have reached out to some people in the SNP.

[@bumblingborisbuffoon6259]

@@MaximilienRobespierre1 This would be another great move for you and would no doubt draw the crowd.

[@matpk]

@@MaximilienRobespierre1🎉 Divide NI into 6 parts Join RoI one by one across 18 years

[@PatrickLaneMJD]

Very informative interview!

[@mfdoyle5879]

The Westminster Government will have to become advocates for and persuaders for a United Ireland. This is the responsible and historically right approach. Westminster, would be joining the U.S.A, The E.U, and most other Countries with an interest in these islands, who want to see Ireland United.

[@julianshepherd2038]

And the ulster protestants don't give a shit what you, Westminster or Washington think.

[@bumblingborisbuffoon6259]

@@julianshepherd2038 Ulster Protestants are Westminster’s lapdogs.

[@gloin10]

@@julianshepherd2038 "And the ulster protestants don't give a shit what you, Westminster or Washington think"? Yes, because defying Westminster, Washington and Brussels is obviously a winner if you are a member of the ageing, shrinking and dying Protestant/Unionist/Loyalist(PUL) minority in Northern Ireland(NI)... Back in reality, a large part of that community is quite pragmatic. As Ken Maginnis pointed out; "One third of Unionists are loyal to the Crown. The other two thirds are loyal to the half-crown!"

[@rollosinternet1853]

As this good guest said, Westminster has no say in the reunification of Ireland. It all depends on the two parts to agree by referendum. I think Brexit has simply accelerated something that was going to happen anyway. The English should learn real History about what happened in Ireland and has been happening till recently in NI.

[@robertquirke6110]

Really good interview. Long form, in depth conversations with relevant and reasonable questions and topics are the way to go.

[@taffyducks544]

Should be! Then Scotland, Wales, AND England should get their independence from the Imperialists at Westminster. The "British" goverment is in Cardiff!

[@richardrejmer8721]

The Republic is now basing it's economy on 21st Century technology and business. . Northern Ireland is sadly floundering along, hobbled by Brexit and still clinging to a 19th/20th Century model. . . Change and UNITY is inevitable.

[@islywynn7678]

@MaximilienRobespierre Your Confederacy comment reminded me that a lot of people don't realize one of the major ethnic groups that settled the southern US is what we call *Scots-Irish* Make of that what you will

[@chocsal]

Very interesting interview, thank you both. The 'antechamber' thing was a point I hadn't known about - i.e. the one-way nature of NI's status. One thing about Scotland, though: Kevin said Brexit wasn't an issue in 2014's vote, but I think it was. Weren't Scots told to vote No in order to preserve their place in the EU? And this has added to their fury about having their wish to remain in the EU ignored, strengthening their case for IndyRef2.