Oliver Callan
Episodes
Emily Callaghan - The 21 year-old Award winning Butcher
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oliver speaks to Emily Callaghan, who has just been named the first female to win the WorldSkills Ireland Craft Butchery competition.See omnystudio.co...
Masters of Music: The concertina with Cormac Begley
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cormac Begley has been described as the ‘world’s greatest concertina player, so he gives Oliver the history and story behind the instrument while ...
Memories of childhood journeys to school
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cathal Mac Coille, Majella McAllister, and Angeline Ball, discuss Museum of Childhood Ireland’s new book ‘Kings & Queens of the Road’ about well...
Dúirt Bean Liom with Danny McCafferty and Zak Moradi
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Zak Moradi and Danny McCafferty tell Oliver about Duirt Bean Liom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Shields on coming out and county football
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oliver meets Armagh All Ireland winner Mark Shields, on overcoming injuries and his coming out story, the first inter county player since Donal Óg Cu...
Cork’s own Grammy-winning superstar Cian Ducrot
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cork’s own Grammy-winning superstar Cian Ducrot joins us ahead of his 3Arena gig.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tips for an Autism-friendly Christmas
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Harris, CEO for AsIAm, gives tips for an Autism-friendly ChristmasSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Perks Funfair- the family business that brought the funfair to Youghal
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oliver meets Sal Tivy, guardian of the family business that brought the funfair to YoughalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aunties of Agony with Norma Sheahan & Sophie White
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our Aunties of Agony Norma Sheahan and Sophie White will slip into their spiritual cardigans, pour a very large glass of advice, and tackle your moder...
Dog blessings in Dublin. and maximising your Annual Leave - Oliver's take
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oliver's monologue on a Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stop wishing December babies a ‘Happy Birthmas’
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Freelance journalist, Niamh O’Reilly, is a December baby and tells Oliver how she feels “Done so dirty” by having her birthday in the lead up to...
How to protect your appliances to avoid emergencies over Christmas
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Laura De Barra, tells Oliver how to protect your appliances to avoid emergencies over Christmas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sculpting the greats of Ireland with John Coll
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Galway sculptor John Coll tells Oliver about placing his art in the publics reach and sculpting the greats like Patrick Kavanagh, Brendan Behan, and v...
Australia’s funniest comedian - Jim Jefferies
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oliver speaks to Australia’s funniest comedian Jim Jefferies. He’s no stranger to these shores and this Sunday he will be performing in the 3 Aren...
Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas with Alex King
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alex King came into studio to highlight the challenges his mum faces living with MND and to talk about the music he has written for her.See omnystudio...
An Irish language revival, and the Letterkenny Panto - Oliver's Take
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oliver's monologue on a Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Walking the Camino with bereaved parents
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oliver talks to Tracey Monaghan about grief, connection, and the life-changing impact of walking the Camino with other bereaved parents.See omnystudio...
Katie Gleeson's career shift from Hairstylist to Dairy Farmer
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Katie Gleeson, tells Oliver about being the new farm Ambassador for The National Dairy Council.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is December 8th still a big shopping day?
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brenda Donohue reports live from Henry Street in Dublin City and is in search of the elusive country shopper.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...
The Christmas Guide drops, & culchies hit the shops - Oliver's Take
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oliver's monologue on a Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Keelan and Dylan - Two stars of this year's Late Late Toy Show
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Keelan Tiernan and Dylan Bowe - The two stars of the Late Late ToySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shauna McDaniel on volunteering with Childline
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Shauna McDaniel, Volunteer with Childline, speaks to Oliver.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Neary's - A pub that outlived wars, riots, and fashion trends
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Daryl Hendley Rooney, Deputy Curator of The Little Museum of Dublin, has excavated these tales and put them into a charming book called A Little Hi...
The stars of this year’s Late Late Toy Show
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brenda Donohue meets the stars of this year’s Late Late Toy Show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Reality TV with Vicky Notaro and Mary Byrne
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Vicky Notaro, author and podcaster; and Mary Byrne, singer and X Factor star; discuss Reality TVSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Baz Ashmawy is back with DIY SOS: The Big Build
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Baz Ashmawy is speaks to Dermot, and he needs your help for DIY SOS: The Big Build.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Toy Show, and The perfect carvery - Dermot's Take
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dermot's monologue on a Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Kelly on his short animation 'Retirement Plan'
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dermot meets animator and film maker John Kelly whose short film ‘Retirement Plan’ is one that will resonate with anyone with a ‘to do list’.S...
6 person Christmas jumper, & All-Ireland Vs World Cup - Dermot's Take
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dermot's monologue on a Thursday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Irish designer on the jury to pick the new euro banknotes
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
John Paul Dowling, a graphic designer from Limerick, tells Dermot about being a member of the jury that is helping to design new banknotes for the Eur...
Cork Penny Dinners at Christmas time
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Caitriona Twomey, the face of Cork Penny Dinners, tells Dermot how they’re getting on this December.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...
The whirlwind Dallas and Longford romance
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dallas based Theresa Rowley & Longford man Seán Rooneys whirlwind romance captured the internet back in July and left us all asking… did it happen?...
The Five Best Fictional Bands in Film History with Steve Ryan
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Ryan, Assistant Professor in Songwriting in UL, tells Dermot about the best fictional bands in films.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...
Making the sea a safer place with Esther Jean Cullen
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Esther Jean Cullen, Donegal Leisure Training, tells Brendan about making the sea a safer place - and a more accessible one for people who don’t norm...
The importance of making a Will with Elaine Byrne
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Elaine Byrne, a Solicitor who specialises in Wills, tells Brendan about the importance of making a will, particularly for single parents.See omnystudi...
Making waves on the high seas with Daisy Kelliher
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From life at sea on 'Below Deck' to her brand-new podcast 'Yacht Mess', Daisy Kelliher shares the highs and the lows of making waves on the high seas....
‘A Swingin’ Little Christmas’ with Aoife Mulholland & Niall Kinsella
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Aoife Mulholland and Niall Kinsella tell Brendan about ‘A Swingin’ Little Christmas’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cork's 'most Christmassy' display with Shane Slattery
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Shane Slattery from Kilworth, near Fermoy, tells Brendan about his Christmas lights display in Cork.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...
New documentary ‘Them’s Fighting Words’
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The director & students from new documentary ‘Them’s Fighting Words’, Ross Whitaker, Sidney & Josh join Brendan in studioSee omnystudio.com/list...
Live music and chat with Picture This
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Following their sold-out ‘Home for Christmas’ shows this December, Picture This are live in studio for a very special performance.See omnystudio.c...
Shuttleknit - Community led business supporting Traveller Women
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kathleen and Nan Berry tell Brendan all about Shuttleknit, a community led business supporting Traveller Women.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
Three Keenings with Ciarán Hinds & Oliver McGoldrick
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Film maker Oliver McGoldrick and Ciarán Hinds tell Brendan about the inspiration behind their Oscar longlisted film Three Keenings.See omnystudio.com...
Toy Show Excitement in Kyiv with Niamh Foley
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Niamh Foley tells Brendan about all the Toy Show Excitement in Kyiv.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Vogue's out of the Jungle, and Pavarotti on Ice - Brendan's Take
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brendan's monologue on a TuesdaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joanne O’Riordan honoured with a new portrait in UCC
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joanne O’Riordan, Dsability activist, sports pundit and solicitor-in-training, tells Brendan how Pioneering Irish women honoured by UCC with a new p...
Tributes paid to Hugh Wallace
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Debbie Thornton, Managing Director of Animo TV; Sara Cosgrove, former judge of Home of The Year; and Larry Bass, CEO of Shinawil, pay tribute to Hugh ...
The changing landscapes of The Burren
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Eoin Warner takes us on a trip to the Burren to learn about the changing landscapes, and the animals who have made their home there.See omnystudio.com...
Life as a Voice Over Artist with Brendan McDonald
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brendan McDonald on the reality of being a voice-over artist in Ireland today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dublin Bus Driver puts the brakes on career after 41 years
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Theresa Lydon has been a people person all her life and has been working in the same company for just over 40 years. She’ll be retiring next year an...
Christmas with Richard Corrigan
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Richard Corrigan tells Oliver about the secret sauce behind his success story, and about bringing Christmas to Cavan.See omnystudio.com/listener for p...
Remembering Julian Benson with Claudine Keane & Sarah McKenna
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Claudine Keane and Sarah McKenna tell Oliver about the The Julian Benson Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Winter Wonderland Gala Ball.See omnystudio.com/lis...
Hans Zimmer late for gig, & Starmer discovers 6-7 craze - Oliver's take
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oliver's monologue on a Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Screen Time with Olivia Fahy & Paddy Cullivan
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Olivia Fahy & Paddy Cullivan look at the TV shows/Films grabbing our attention.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dear Jenny Greene - The Visiting Critic
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jenny Greene, 2FM DJ, swaps voice-notes for pen and paper, as she gives old timey letter-writing a go!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...
Peter Kay and his record breaking comedy tour
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Peter Kay chats to Oliver about his connections to Tyrone, Tipp and Cavan and his record breaking tour entering a fourth year.See omnystudio.com/liste...
Oklahoma! comes to Dublin's Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen Faloon, tells Oliver that the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre will be putting on another big in-house – Oklahoma!See omnystudio.com/listener for p...
Glasnevin Cemetery Tour Guide making waves on TikTok
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Elaina Donohue Gray, Tour Guide at Glasnevin cemetery, tells Oliver about how her tours hit a chord on TikTok.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...
Getting engaged in a Dublin bookshop
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Adam D'Arcy and Maeve McLaughlin tell Oliver about getting engaged in a Dublin bookshopSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In Defence of Bread with Des Bishop and Eileen Gibney
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Des Bishop and his cousin Eileen Gibney tell OlIver about a personal family project in honour of the late Professor Mike Gibney.See omnystudio.com/lis...
Friends, family and faith with Eleanor McEvoy
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Music legend Eleanor McEvoy chats to Oliver about friends, family and faith.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Devil is in the Dancehall with Edwina Guckian
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Edwina Guckian has devised a theatrical dance event reminiscent of the dancehalls of the 1930’s in Ireland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...
Aedin Gormley peeks behind the musical curtain of Martin Scorsese
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Aedin Gormley joins us to peek behind the musical curtain of Martin Scorsese’s movie soundtracks, from Goodfellas to Taxi Driver.See omnystudio.com/...
Uganda’s first ever handball alley
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alan Kerins tells Oliver about Uganda’s first handball alleySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Naked saunas in Ireland with Roseanna Cooney
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rosanna Cooney described her experience of trying out a clothing-optional or nude sauna in Dublin - which are popping up all over the country.See omny...
Mouse interrupts wedding ceremony in Westmeath
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Darren Ruane tells Oliver about the mouse that interupted his weddingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
‘Smoke bomb’ home-security & winter burglary prevention
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jonny Lavery, Territorial Director at Verisure Ireland, tells Oliver about ‘Smoke bomb’ home-security & winter burglary prevention.See omnystudio....
Home security ahead of Christmas with Peter Murray
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Peter Murray from StopTheBurglar.ie, has all the tips and the newest ways to protect the home, including smoke bombs.See omnystudio.com/listener for p...
Crazy Christmas Houses in Palmerstown with Seán White
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Seán White from Palmerstown tells Oliver about taking Christmas Lights to a different level.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The 2025 Irish children's books extravaganza
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oliver is joined by young reviewers, to recommend winter reads for all ages.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Vision Boards with Caoimhe de Fréin
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Caoimhe de FréinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Christmas lights go up around Ireland - Oliver's take
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oliver's monologue on a Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Twin donkeys born in Wicklow known as Two Johnnies
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mary Dalton tells Oliver about a Christmas related about a miracle arrival in Baltinglass, Co Wicklow.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...
Navigating budgets and Christmas Shopping with Kel Galavan
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mrs Smart Money, Kel Galavan, gets us through Black Friday, Christmas costs, and making the last wages of the year stretch to the max.See omnystudio.c...
The art of Drag with Philip Keogh aka Victoria Secret
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Philip Keogh, Victoria Secret: Drag icon, producer, podcaster, promoter and fitness fanatic, on the art of drag, identity, daily life, touring, creati...
The Original Rudeboys - Irish acoustic pop hip-hop trio
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Original Rudeboys are back with sell out shows. They tell Oliver about Irish hip-hop, recording new songs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...
Geldof & The Cranberries win big and Peep Show on the Bake Off - Oliver's take
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oliver's monologue on a Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Early Hours with Donal Fallon - Visiting Critic
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Historian Donal Fallon is our Visiting Critic who’s been getting up hours earlier than usual for a week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...
Winter gardening tips with Ealma Purcell
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ealma Purcell, Poppy Garden in Meath, has winter gardening tips on what we should, and shouldn’t, be doing right now.See omnystudio.com/listener for...
What it's like to own a St Bernard dog?
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our listener Marie tells us what it's like to have a St Bernard dog.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daragh Morgan - The 1st person to swim around Ireland
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Daragh Morgan tells Oliver about being the 1st person to swim around Ireland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Republic of Ireland's World Cup play-off draw
20 Nov 2025
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Paul O’Flynn & Keith Treacy give analysis on the World Cup play-off drawSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Irish roots and tales of St Bernard dogs with Anita & Stephen Mangan
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brother-sister duo Stephen and Anita Mangan on their Irish roots and tales of St Bernard dogsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Parking fees, Rugby tickets, & Irish passwords - Oliver's take
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oliver's monologue on a Thursday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The tree epiphany that inspired Catherine Cleary
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Catherine Cleary tells Oliver of her ambitious dream to turn 27 acres of the wettest, cheapest land in Roscommon into a forest.See omnystudio.com/list...
Leon Diop - An Irish Boy’s Journey to Belonging
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Leon Diop, the founder of the Black and Irish advocacy group,See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Blindboy's Award, An Irish mammy, the Glasnevin tour guide - Oliver's Take
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oliver's monologue on a Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tommy Bowe - Monaghan royalty
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of this weekend’s match against South Africa, Oliver asks Tommy Bowe for his thoughts on how we will do against the best team in the world.See...
Roy Keane picks up some treats in Cork’s oldest sweet shop
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Linehan, Shandon Sweets, tells us about Roy Keane’s favourite sweetsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wicked: For Good - Olivia Fahy reviews
19 Nov 2025
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Olivia Fahy reviews Wicked: For Good for Oliver.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Paschal Donohoe steps down - Oliver's Take
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oliver's monologue on a Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Finn Kelly – The award winning young farmer from Laois
18 Nov 2025
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Finn Whelan, award winning 14 year old farmer, and his biggest cheerleader, his mother Gillian.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Craicly Stories vs Black Friday with Jane Gormley
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jane Gormley, creator of Craicly Stories, celebrates the local Síopa and getting the messages in!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Life and Times of 'Wicked' Gregory Maguire
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gregory Maguire, Author of ‘Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West’ – speaks to Oliver.See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...
Swapping football impressions for Russian existential angst with Risteárd Cooper
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Risteárd Cooper joins us to talk Uncle Vanya, Chekhov’s classic, with a Dublin twist. He also talks about growing up in the Cooper household and th...
The music of Ennio Morricone
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Annalisa Monticelli, Pianist and Musical director with ‘The Ennio Morricone Experience’,See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Troy Parrot's neighbours on Portland Row
17 Nov 2025
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Brenda O'Donoghue reports live from Portland Row in Dublin City.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rachael Blackmore on breaking barriers & life after the saddle
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rachael Blackmore joins Shay to talk about breaking barriers and life after the saddle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Plough and the Stars in Spanish
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Enda Kenneally, tells Shay that the first time ever, Seán O’Casey’s ‘The Plough and the Stars’ is being published as a standalone edition in ...
Ooh Ah Paul McGrath
17 Nov 2025
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Paul McGrath reacts to Ireland's win against Hungary last nightSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A tribute to Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kila’s Colm Ó Snodaigh and former Gaelic footballer Dara Ó Cinnéide join forces to honour the late, great Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh in a specia...