Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton has revealed he is in the process of changing his name to honor his mum's legacy. 

He wants his mother's surname, Larbalestier to live on with him ahead of the new season, questioning why women lose their surname after they become married? Is it out dated to take your husbands surname? 

Brianna Parkins, fact checker with TheJournal.ie and Terry Prone Chairman of the Communications Clinic joined Kieran to give their view...

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