Is smoking cool again?

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Is smoking cool again?

Does smoking seem to be becoming fashionable for young people? The dangers of smoking are well known at this stage, but there are a number of young, influential celebrities, including Ireland’s own Paul Mescal, who continue to smoke. There has been an increase in the amount of smoking on TV shows and in movies; of the 10 films nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars, all except ‘Barbie’ feature smoking. What do you think? Are we in danger of having smoking being seen as ‘cool’? Andrea is joined by Entertainment Journalist Sarina Bellisimo, Newstalk Reporter Bella Finn and more to discuss.

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