The Claire Byrne Show
Episodes
Travel ideas for Easter
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Easter is just around the corner, and many of you might be planning on a family trip away. Travel Content Creator, Eadaoin Fitzmaurice joined Claire B...
Andrew Tate-style ideas drives an increase in relationship breakdowns
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Tate-style ideas are driving an increase in relationship breakdowns that's according to divorce mediators. Nawal Houghton is a divorce coa...
High-stakes art heist takes place in Milan
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Another high-stakes art heist has taken place in Europe. Following on from the well-publicised Louvre heist last October, four mas...
Homeowners to get €14,000 tax-free to rent modular units in back gardens
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Would 14 grand be enough of an incentive to convince you to rent a modular home in your back garden? It is being reported that Government is examining...
The Debrief
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Debrief, where we take a look back on the week and also a little look ahead to the weekend. This week Claire w...
What has been trending online this week?
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Olivia Fahy, Entertainment journalist joined Claire in studio to chat about what has been trending online this week.
“Portrait of a Confused Father” a film by Gunnar Hall Jenson
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Gunnar Hall Jenson a filmmaker from Norway, who set out to make a movie about his son wanting to document his life from birth up to the age ...
Does your chocolate taste different recently?
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Easter is fast approaching and chocolate eggs fill the shelves in the shops. But online and offline chatter suggests all is not as it seems when ...
The continued overspending by the Department of Education
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There are reports this morning that the Department of Education is projected to have an overspend this year of over €600m, which will need othe...
Is proportional representation the best system?
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Electoral Commission has been charged with looking at everything related to voting in Ireland and this week a bill was introduced in the Seanad to...
How the school run can be a daily hazard for some?
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The school drop off quick, routine but for some a daily hazard, Here to tell Claire about her own experience was Melanie Finn Journalist with the...
Son of Johnny Cash and June CarterJohn Carter Cash
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Not everyone gets to be so proud of their parents that they can create a show based on their lives. But that is the case for the son of Johnny Ca...
Should be ban greyhound racing here?
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Scotland and Wales have voted to ban greyhound racing. New Zealand is also taking steps to abolish the sport. Would you like to see Ir...
Agony for Ireland after losing on penalties to Czechia in Prague
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Agony for Ireland last night after losing on penalties to Czechia in Prague. After hitting the post twice in normal time, they came up short in t...
Trump extends deadline for Iran to open strait of Hormuz by 10 days
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
President Trump has paused his plans to attacks Iran's energy plants. He claims talks are 'going well', though the Iranian’...
Gardening advice with Gardener Marie Staunton
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to your garden and trying to fill it out, should you stop thinking horizontally and start thinking vertically? Well to chat about this a...
US and Iran standoff continues
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
US President Donald Trump has insisted that Iran is taking part in peace talks as he continues to push back on Tehran’s denials of being at the...
The best kid’s films of all time!
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It’s often hard to find a film to suit the whole family. So if you’re looking for some inspiration on something everyone can enjoy, Pre...
Author and Screenwriter Derek Landy
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Today is publication day for the latest instalment in the Skulduggery Pleasant series of books, A Soul Full of Shadows. Claire was joined in studio by...
Brian Kerr on Ireland's hopes this evening!
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Former Ireland manager Brian Kerr chats to Claire ahead of the big game and discusses how the team will be preparing.
What employers and employees need to know about redundancy
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We hear news about redundancies more often than we’d like, so it’s worth knowing what your rights and obligations are if it happens. Joining ...
Impressionist and Comedian Conor Moore
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After a sold-out run, Impressionist and Comedian, Conor Moore, has announced an additional night of comedy at the 3Olympia in Dublin on the 14th of Ma...
Singer Duffy to share sex assault ordeal in new documentary
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In an upcoming documentary on Disney plus, the singer Duffy will be giving her first interview on the sexual assault and kidnapping that resulted in h...
Overcoming heart problems to run a half marathon
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Barry was out for a run when he collapsed, and a diagnosis of brain tumour changed his life. Now, while still deal with the implications of...
The excitement in Prague is building !
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Irish team are in Prague to take on the Czechia in a World Cup Playoff this evening. The winner moves on to Tuesday night for a final playof...
Is a supermarket price war on the way?
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wouldn’t it be great if your weekly shop didn't break the bank? Lidl Ireland has said today it will make further price cut...
Sky crack down further against dodgy-box owners
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The names and addressed of over 300 ‘dodgy box’ users are set to be given to Sky, according to the High Court. In what is a significant step,...
Man charged following Dublin city centre drug seizure
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A man aged in his 30s who was arrested following a drug seizure in the city centre has appeared in court this morning. The accused was remanded on bai...
Liz Pichon, author and creator of the ‘Tom Gates’ series of children’s books
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Claire was joined in studio by Liz Pichon, author and creator of the Tom Gates series of children’s books. Liz has launched its 15th&...
What young people are worried about?
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Do we listen to our young people enough when we talk about things like the cost of living or mental health issues? Are we taking the time to hear...
The style of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The style of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy is everywhere we look now, with the release of Disney’s Love Story. So, how do we replicate it? ...
The Concerns over unregistered dentists
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Concerns have been raised over patient safety due to the actions of unregistered dentists. The Irish Dental Council has been highlighting instances of...
Your heart health and cholesterol
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you have an interest in heart health, your cholesterol and how statins work, you may have seen some mixed messages about it all online of late. To ...
Excitement is building in Prague!
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The build-up in Prague for the game tomorrow night has well and truly begun. Claire spoke to Off the Ball’s Stephen D...
Israel and Iran exchanged air strikes on Wednesday.
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Israel and Iran exchanged air strikes on Wednesday. All of this while Iran repeated its rejection of Donald Trump’s claim that negotiations&nbs...
Do we overlook the importance of aviation and tourism?
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Aviation needs to be prioritised when it comes to Ireland’s economic growth. That's according to Anita Mendiratta is special advisor to the UN ...
Mohamed Salah to leave Liverpool FC
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mohamed Salah, Liverpool’s talisman for the last 9 years in the Premier League, has decided to leave at the end of the season. We get reaction to th...
Understanding the risks and rewards of investing
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Minister for Finance Simon Harris has recently said he wants to encourage more Irish people to invest in their future. But wh...
Minister Darragh O'Brien on the prices at the pumps today
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Prices at the pumps, airport cap and the cost of living measures. Darragh O’Brien, Minister for Climate, Environment and Energy and Minister fo...
Betrayal: Power, Deceit and the Fight for the Future of the Royal Family
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Historian, Broadcaster and journalist Tom Bower has written a new book about Meghan Markle and Prince Harry. The book is called Betrayal and Tom ...
Everyday Food: Beans
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Claire was joined by TV chef and mindful eating coach Aisling Larkin. This week it is all about beans!
The latest on the war on Iran
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
US President Donald Trump said yesterday that talks with Iran were underway, while Iran pushed back against any notion that a deal was close. Tru...
Would you ever admit to having a favourite child?
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As a parent, would you ever admit to having a favourite child? Or as a sibling, is it obvious who your parents preferred? Author and br...
The blister pack fee of €50 could come in as early as next week
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The blister pack fee of €50 could come in as early as next week. No agreement has been reached yet between the Government and pharmacies. ...
Real-life parenting strategies to handle meltdowns
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling with tantrums at home? You’re not alone. Psychotherapist and Author, Eseult White is here with us to ...
Savings you can make by changing your health insurance provider
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Now to the news that Irish people are hugely reluctant to change their health insurance provider. More than two thirds of us have never cha...
Daena Walsh's brother Callum pays tribute his sister
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Daena Walsh was a 27-year-old mother of two. She was murdered in August of 2024 by Adam Corcoran who last week received a mandatory life sentence...
The growing influence of Robotics
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever played Pokemon Go, you may have actually helped to train some delivery robots. Yes, you heard that...
Did you failing to file your property tax returns last year?
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Almost a quarter of million people could face the wrath of Revenue after failing to file their property tax returns last year. Cla...
Couples are woken on average six times per night by their partners
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A new study has found that couples who sleep in the same beds are woken, on average, six times per night by their partners. Does this mean we sho...
The coalition has made its decisions on fuel relief
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Coalition leaders met last night to sign-off on the government’s emergency fuel supports to combat the rising costs faced by Irish consumers. T...
Keeping chocolate away from your dog!
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With Easter just around the corner and more chocolate in the house, there is always a fear of your dog eating some that falls to the ground, so how co...
What happens to cremated ashes?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Cremation is on the increase in Ireland with more people than ever choosing it over traditional burial. In some urban centres, 50% of funerals are han...
A look back on a weekend of sport!
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A look back on a busy weekend of sport with Eoin Sheahan from Off The Ball.
Six households in a retirement village in Sligo face eviction
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Six households in a retirement village in Sligo were given eviction notices last November and tenants were told they’d have to leave the h...
Fundraising for Children’s Health Ireland
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Claire was joined on the show by Saoirse and her mum Stella. Saoirse as a baby was diagnosed with has Alport syndrome, a rare hereditary kidney cond...
What is it like to be young and an alcoholic in Ireland?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When we think of an alcoholic, we usually think of someone well into their adult years. But what is it like to be young and an alcohol...
What actually is a healthy diet?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Every week we hear about new diets that are better for our health. New ways to eat that will mean we live longer and healthier lives. But with&nb...
Earth’s climate is swinging increasingly out of balance
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Experts are warning that new coastal defences and emergency evacuation processes are needed to prepare Ireland for the worst consequences of clim...
Some great holiday inspiration for you!
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If the lovely weather over the weekend got you craving the sun, then listen up, because we have some great holiday inspiration for you... Claire ...
Are we expecting too much from a free school meals scheme?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Posh parents are spoiling the Hot School Meals scheme for the plain people of Ireland. So says Ireland Editor of the Irish Independent Fionnan Sheahan...
So how will the Government response to rising fuel costs?
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Coalition are meeting today in advance of an announcement coming tomorrow, as the war in the Middle East continues to impact us. So what meas...
Couple to attend court after demolition of illegally built Meath house
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The couple whose illegally built home in Co Meath has been demolished are due before the High Court this morning over contempt of court.&nbs...
Welcome to 'The Debrief'
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Debrief, where we take a look back on the week and also a little look ahead to the weekend. This week Cla...
Clothes spray could make detergent a thing of the past!
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Could washing your clothes with detergent be a thing of the past? A new spray-on chemical coating for clothing can apparentl...
Mitch Albom journalist and author of 'Tuesdays with Morrie'
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Claire on the show today was Mitch Albom journalist and author of 'Tuesdays with Morrie'. Mitch chatted to Claire about the play T'uesdays wit...
A preview of a big sporting weekend
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
To preview all the big sporting action this weekend, Claire was joined by Eoin Sheahan, from Off The Ball.
K-Pop band BTS are set to make their long-awaited return!
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
K-Pop band BTS are set to make their long-awaited return tomorrow in Seoul, with the Korean Capital expected to come to a standstill with huge pr...
Skin care advice from anti-aging to sun damage
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk all things skin from anti-aging to sun damage, skin cancer, acne or scarring. Joining Claire with skin care advice was ...
How will the Government tackle rising energy costs?
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An energy expert has predicted that annual electricity bills could rise by up to €800, with a similar rise in residential gas bills. That is a ...
What’s been trending online this week?
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What’s been trending online this week? All to chat about with entertainment journalist and podcaster, Dee Reddy.
Aanew hacking tool that could affect your iphone
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There is a new hacking tool that could affect your phone, and steal your data and you don’t even have to do anything to let it i...
A new dog fouling poster causes controversy!
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Cork City Council is preparing to circulate posters encouraging people to clean up after their dog with a controversial new slogan: “Get your S-H-I-...
If graveyards are filling up is it ok to reuse them?
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Graves which are more than a century old could be reused in cemeteries across England and Wales under new proposals - but relatives will be able to ob...
The need to combat the rise of vaping amongst teenagers
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The HSE is enlisting the help of social media influencers to help combat the rise of vaping amongst teenagers. One in five people under the age ...
Gardening tips and advice with Marie Staunton
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Spring has officially sprung now, and woodland plants are in vogue. So should you get them for your garden? To discuss this, I’m ...
EU Summit begins today
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
EU leaders are gathering for the next two days with focus being on the Iran war and the loan to Ukraine that is being blocked by Hungary.&nb...
Banksy unveiled but did we want him to be?
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The identity of the artist Banksy was unveiled. But was it the right thing to do? Claire askes the Director of Gormleys Gall...
What is meningitis and how serious is it?
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As an outbreak of Meningitis continues across Kent in the UK, a public health alert has been issued in the region, with fears rising of...
One of the stars of POOR at The Gate Theatre Hilda Fay
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
POOR, is the acclaimed stage adaptation of Katriona O’Sullivan’s powerful memoir and it is on a another sold-out run at the Gate Th...
Rebuilding your life after a life-changing crash
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
How do you start to rebuild your life again after an accident that leaves you quadriplegic? One woman that has been through just that a...
Advice for parents who have fussy eaters at home
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The untouched vegetables, the same meals on repeat, and the worry about whether kids are getting the nutrition they need. All the concerns that paren...
Ireland's economic model is in urgent need of reform
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland's economic model is in urgent need of reform to sustain high living standards. That's according to a new report, from University of Galway Pro...
Remembering Mia Lily Keogh O’Keefe who was tragically killed in a hit and run
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Claire was joined on the show this morning by Stephen O’Keeffe and Louise Keogh O’Keeffe. The parents of 16 year old Mia Lily Keogh O’Keefe who ...
The US will retaliate if Iran attacks Qatar again
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
US President Donald Trump has vowed that the US will retaliate if Iran attacks Qatar again. An energy hub was hit in the country overnight and gas pri...
Rose Murray on the plans to demolish her Meath home today
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The demolition of a house that was built 20 years ago without planning permission is expected to go ahead in Co. Meath today. Chris and Rose Mur...
What Made Me? Richie Sadler
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Richie Sadler is a psychotherapist, a broadcaster and former professional footballer who has been working with young people on mental health...
Gut health and food intolerance
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From lactose intolerance to wheat allergies. Ip to 30% of us in Ireland have food intolerances, with sensitivity to food on the increase in the Wester...
John Sweetman on the new season of his podcast 'Lines Of Enquiry'
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From the disappearance of Dublin schoolboy Philip Cairns in the 1980s, to the murder of Jastine Valdez in 2018. Host of the podcast ‘Lines of Enquir...
Movie sex scenes should they be banned?
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Carol Midgley in The Times UK has suggested that we should just get rid of sex scenes altogether in movies, that they hold no value. Does sh...
Protest against planned apartments on the site of Bessborough’s Mother and Baby Home
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Labour Party is lodging an appeal this week to prevent the development of 140 apartments on the site of Bessborough’s&n...
Patent on weight loss drugs about to run out
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The price of weight loss drugs in India is expected to plummet as the potent ingredient in medicine like Wegovy and Ozempic will lose i...
Should we be following suit with Dutch asylum models?
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Asylum claims in Denmark have fallen to 40-year lows, with some pointing to the tough new asylum model deterring people from applying for pr...
Vapes implicated in bin lorry and sorting centre fires
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Fires in bin lorries and waste sorting centres are costing at least €100 million in the last three years. The waste industry believes vape...
Senegal has been stripped of the African Cup of Nations
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Football fans around the world were stunned yesterday as the Confederation of African Football announced that Morocco are now...
The money you save from switching our mortgage provider!
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We often hear about switching energy or broadband providers, which is easy enough to do. But we can save much more by switching our mortgage prov...
Taoiseach Micheál Martin’s four-day tour of the US
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The handing over the bowl of shamrock marked the end of Taoiseach Micheál Martin’s four-day tour of the US after spending time in Philadelphia...
The Irish diaspora around the world are celebrating St Patrick's Day!
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
While many of us will celebrate St Patrick's Day tomorrow, the diaspora around the world have already started. Speaking to Johnathan this mo...
Are you obsessed over your sleep score?
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Twenty million people in Britain won’t go to bed without a wearable device that monitors rest. But some are developing anxiety a...
League of Ireland legend Colin Hawkins on the importance of Daffodil Day
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Every three minutes, someone in Ireland hears those three life-changing words, ‘you’ve got cancer’. It’s predicted that 1 in 2 of us will get ...