Newstalk Weekend

Can AI be more of a friend to Journalism than an enemy?

16 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Artificial intelligence is integrating into our lives in numerous ways. But how will AI change journalism? and is it a threat or something to be embra...

New MEP Aodhán Ó Ríordáin reflects on campaign and what the future holds for him and Irish Politics

16 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton sits down with Labour TD and newly elected MEP for Dublin Aodhán Ó Ríordáin. The two discuss the success of his campaign, the Irish politic...

Ask the Expert: Pete the Builder

15 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to answer your DIY related questions is Peter Finn, better known as Pete the Builder.

Mark Moriarty on Taste of Dublin 2024

15 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Taste of Dublin food festival has been taking place this week and wraps up tomorrow June 16th. One of the many people who will be in situ is award...

UK General Election: Three weeks away

15 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

According to a recent YouGov survey, the Conservative Party is being outpolled by a party barely a few years old, namely Nigel Farage’s Reform UK. C...

What’s Going On with Gabija Gataveckaite & Josepha Madigan

15 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to run through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Gabija Gataveckaite, political reporter with the Irish Independent & Jos...

Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction winner, Naomi Klein

15 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Inaugural Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction has been awarded to bestselling writer, global activist and film-maker, Naomi Klein, for her book Doppel...

Reflecting on Ireland’s recent European Athletics Championships success

15 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cecil Johnston, Tallaght AC coach and Olympian & former European Champion, David Gillick join Anton to reflect on Ireland’s recent European Athl...

In Conversation with Risteárd Cooper

02 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton chats with actor and comedian Risteárd Cooper about the juxtaposition of his career, and his latest role at The Gate Theatre.

First Time MEP Candidates

02 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Independent MEP candidate Shayk Dr Umar Al-Qadri and Fine Gael MEP candidate John Mullins discuss the realities of running for election ahead of polli...

Anton's Sunday Newspaper Panel June 2nd

02 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton sits down with journalists Valerie Cox and Niamh O’Reilly along with barrister Peter Leonard to discuss the crucial stories in the Sunday pape...

Night and Day with Róisín El Cherif

02 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Irish-Palestinian artist Róisín El Cherif chats to Anton about her upcoming performance at the Night and Day Festival in Roscommon.

How did the Red Bull skydiving stunt at Poolbeg happen?

01 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We spoke to travel editor Eoghan Corry about the implications for Red Bull after they sent three skydivers in between the Poolbeg Towers at wind speed...

Bloom with Neven Maguire

01 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Chef Neven Maguire chats about his role at Bloom in the Phoenix Park alongside all things savoury.

Ask the Expert: Dr Eleanor Galvin

01 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton sits down with GP Dr Eleanor Galvin to answer your most pressing health related questions.

Election Preview: One Week Out

01 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton talks to broadcaster Ivan Yates and Group Head of News at Mediahuis Ireland Kevin Doyle about what to expect from the upcoming election.

Children's Health Foundation host Big Balloon Bonanza

01 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Pam Gaffney of Children's Health Foundation joins Anton to chat about the charity's quirky online fundraiser.

What's Going on with Brenda Power and Paul Hayes

01 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Brenda Power of the Sunday Times and the Irish Daily Mail along with Paul Hayes of Beachhut PR join Anton to discuss the latest headlines in the Satur...

In Conversation with Dáithí Ó Sé

26 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Television presenter Dáithí Ó Sé joins Anton to talk about his upbringing, school and teaching and of course, the Rose of Tralee.

Finding Margaret: Solving the mystery of my birth mother

26 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton chats with journalist and broadcaster, Andrew Pierce about his new book 'Finding Margaret: Solving the mystery of my birth mother', a moving sto...

Michael D. Higgins has 'basically abused' Israeli ambassador - Alan Shatter

26 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Former Minister for Justice Alan Shatter joins Anton to discuss President Michael D. Higgins calling out the Israeli ambassador, Dana Erlich as 'irr...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel May 26th

26 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers are former Fine Gael TD, Noel Rock, news reporter for the Press Association Grainne Ni A...

The important work behind Street Feasts

25 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This morning Anton was broadcasting from Greystones ahead of their Street Feast. To understand the background of Street Feast and the important work i...

The Happy Pear on building a retail empire

25 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Broadcasting from Greystones Anton was joined by 'The Happy Pear' brothers Stephen and David Flynn.

Ask the Expert: Pete the Vet

25 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Here to answer all your pet-related questions is Pete the Vet.

Minister Stephen Donnelly responds to the chaos in University Hospital Limerick

25 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton this morning from Greystones was Minister Stephen Donnelly.

What is Street Feast? The national event taking place across 800 communities

25 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Broadcasting from Greystones ahead of their Street Feast events Anton was joined by:Laura Cuddihy- Member of Sustainable Greystones / Community volunt...

What's Going on with Andrea Hayes and Carl O’Brien

25 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to run through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Andrea Hayes Author and broadcaster, and Carl O’Brien Education Editor of ...

Operation Transformation Executive Producer reacts to the show's axing

19 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Operation Transformation Executive Producer Philip Kampff joined the show to react to the axing of the programme.

Former Garda Commissioner Noirin O’Sullivan on the Task Force on Safe Participation in Political Life

19 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This morning Anton was joined by former Garda Commissioner Noirin O’Sullivan to talk about the Task Force on Safe Participation in Political Life

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel May 19th

19 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers are Saoirse McHugh, Independent candidate for the Midlands-North-West, Gary Murphy, Prof...

The late Tony O’Reilly remembered

19 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Following his death yesterday, Anton was joined by Matt Cooper to catalog the life and times, of the late Tony O’Reilly.

Ballymaloe Food Festival & 60th anniversary

18 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Running from today until the 19th of May, the Ballymaloe Festival of Food is a new three-day food festival that celebrates 60 years of Ballymaloe. Ror...

Ask the Expert: Dietitian Sarah Keogh

18 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to answer your diet and nutrition-based questions is dietitian and founder of eatwell, Sarah Keogh.

Local and European elections: What are the main issues?

18 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Continuing our coverage in the run-up to the European & Local Elections, Anton is joined by:· Rory Hearne, Social Democrats candidate for the Mid...

Why is Bruce Springsteen so popular in Ireland?

18 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Bruce Springsteen is back in town and with his arrival comes the fawning and fluttering that only the Irish do when we adopt an international supersta...

What's Going on with Barbara Scully & Craig Hughes

18 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to run through the main stories from the Saturday papers is broadcaster and writer, Barbara Scully & Craig Hughes, Political Ed...

What were the issues with 'Operation Transformation'?

18 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday, RTÉ announced that 'Operation Transformation' will not be renewed for an 18th season. In recent months the show had been criticised for co...

The A to Z of Trump’s legal woes…

12 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’re now two weeks into Donald Trump’s ‘Hush Money’ trial taking place in Manhattan’s criminal courthouse. The trial has featured several h...

What are the local elections actually for?

12 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve probably seen the signs across every lamppost - yes, local elections are back in full swing… but what are they all about? And, what does a ...

In conversation with Ian Dempsey

12 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ian Dempsey has been running his breakfast radio show for over 25 years, making the jump from presenting at RTÉ. Safe to say, it’s gone well for hi...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel May 12th

12 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers are Political Commentator Ursula Ní Shabhaois, Executive Editor of the Daily Mail Group...

Henry McKean talks Eurovision results

12 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Newstalk’s own Henry McKean joined Anton from Malmö to discuss Ireland’s sixth place result, the controversy surrounding the Eurovision final and...

Nik Kershaw on Elton John, the rock and roll lifestyle, and returning to live music

11 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

He’s the 80s music star that brought you hits such as:• I Won’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me• Dancing Girls• Wouldn’t It Be GoodNow Nik Kersh...

Ask the Expert: Legal

11 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to answer all of your legal questions was  Sonia McEntee, Principal Solicitor at Sonia McEntee Solicitors and chair of the Law Soci...

Minister Roderic O'Gorman on Dublin's 'tent cities'

11 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Earlier this week a cluster of tents along Dublin’s Grand Canal were moved with Taoiseach Simon Harris saying the days of people living in these enc...

Henry McKean reports from the Eurovision

11 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton from Malmö ahead of tonight's Eurovision song contest was Newstalk's own Henry McKean.

What's Going on with Louisa Meehan and Mark Hennessy

11 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to run through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Louisa Meehan, Woodview HRM - HR and Dispute Resolution expert and Mark Hen...

Sunshine and Northern Lights: Ireland's weekend of weather

11 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With high temperatures and scenes of Northern Lights it's been a hectic few days of weather, to discuss Anton was joined by Cathal Nolan, founder of I...

In conversation with Andrew Hunter Murray

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Hunter Murray is a writer, broadcaster, and comedian. He co-hosts the award-winning podcast No Such Thing as a Fish and spent fourteen years wr...

Danny O'Reilly on the latest music from the Coronas

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton 'In conversation' is Coronas frontman, Danny O'Reilly. Together they discuss the band's new single 'Speak Up', the first song from their...

Are the widespread student protests against Israel counterproductive?

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Across the United States students have been rallying at universities in protest against the ongoing war in Gaza with demonstrations also taking place ...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel May 5th

05 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers is Gabija Gataveckaite, political reporter with the Irish Independent; Valerie Cox, jour...

Derek Mooney on return of RTE’s ‘Back from the Brink’

04 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Nature fans on the prowl for a good documentary can rejoice. Derek Mooney’s ‘Back from the Brink’ series is returning in June- viewers can expec...

Ask The Expert: Gardening

04 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this weeks Ask the Expert Anton was joined by Gardening expert and Super Garden judge Brian Burke

Irish and UK Governments at odds over asylum seekers

04 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week saw the Irish and UK Governments at odds over asylum seekers.Joining Anton to breakdown the situation was:  Daniel Mulhall, Forme...

Former Irish rugby player Gordon D’Arcy on his new sock business

04 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When a former rugby player and model couple had to adapt to the challenges pandemic restrictions had on their pilates business, they catered to their ...

What's Going on with Tanya Ward and Saoirse Hanley

04 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to run through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Tanya Ward, Children's Rights Alliance Chief Executive and Saoirse Hanl...

May the 4th Day: An Annual Star Wars Celebration

04 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today is May the 4th, otherwise celebrated by some as Stars Wars day, which is very popular with a lot of Irish people.  The historical and ...

In Conversation with Cynthia Ní Mhurchú

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today marks 30 years since Riverdance made is debut on TV. Anton is joined by barrister and former RTÉ presenter, Cynthia Ní Mhurchú to look back o...

Laser eye surgery with Dr. Arthur Cummings

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Vision Ireland said that there is a critical need for a national eye health strategy over the lifetime of the next Government with waiting l...

Elections & The Digital World

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As we continue on into this new era of generative AI, global liberal democracy faces a near-unprecedented laundry list of digital threats with the ram...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel April 28th

28 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers is Theresa Lowe barrister and former broadcaster, Paul Williams, Crime Journalist with t...

Gardening top tips with Diarmuid Gavin

27 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Ideal Home Show 2024 is taking place all weekend in the RDS Simmonscourt with over 200 exhibitors, advice theatres, dozens of interior designers &...

Ask The Expert: Finance

27 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to answer all of your finance related questions is Robert Whelan, Rockwell Financial Management.

How can we tackle the issue of alcohol abuse in Ireland?

27 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

68 is the number of people who have died on Irish roads this year, which is an increase of a third compared with the same period last year. While spee...

Women's Prize for Fiction nominee Claire Kilroy

27 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Two Irish authors make up one-third of this year’s shortlist for the Women’s Prize for Fiction. Anne Enright has been shortlisted for her seventh ...

What's Going on with Shane Dempsey & Barbara Scully

27 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to run through the main stories from the Saturday papers is broadcaster and writer, Barbara Scully & Shane Dempsey, ACEI Secretary G...

The rise of violence & threatening behaviour in Irish political life

27 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss the rise of violence & threatening behaviour by fringe groups in Ireland is Aodhan O'Riordan, Labour TD for Dublin Bay No...

Henry McKean at the IFTAs

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cillian Murphy was among a number of big winners at the 2024 Irish Film & Television Academy Awards on Saturday night, which took place at the Roy...

Make-A-Wish Ireland: Wish Week 2024 with Sophie Hynes

21 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Newstalk and Make-A-Wish Ireland have partnered up again to celebrate Wish Week 2024. All of this week we will be speaking to some incredible children...

In conversation with Neil Delamere

21 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined 'In conversation' with comedian, Neil Delamere.

Minister Eamon Ryan on housing, energy, and the upcoming elections

21 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Green Party convention took place yesterday in the RDS with several issues being discussed including a pledge to deliver 40,000 new houses in 2024...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel April 21st

21 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers is author & journalist, Aoife Barry; Conor Pope, Consumer Affairs Correspondent with...

What is the significance of the U.S. sending $61bn in aid to Ukraine?

21 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The U.S. House of Representatives has approved a $61 billion foreign aid package for Ukraine.Security analyst, Declan Power joins Anton to discuss its...

Anna Geary on the debate surrounding sports attire for female athletes

20 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by All-Ireland-winning camogie captain, seasoned TV star from Ireland’s fittest family, and host of Supercharged with Anna Geary.Tog...

Ask the Expert: Parenting with Dr. Mary O'Kane

20 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's installment of 'Ask the Expert' is Dr. Mary O'Kane, author of ‘Anxious Children in an Anxious World: Facing Fears and ...

Remembering Columbine 25 Years On

20 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today marks 25 years since the shooting at Columbine High School, an event that shook the United States and shocked the world but what lessons have be...

What’s Going On with Gina London & Jack Horgan-Jones

20 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Jack Horgan-Jones, Political Correspondent with The Irish Times & Gina Lo...

"It was a momentous day when we got that verdict" - Antoinette Keegan

20 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Antoinette Keegan, Stardust survivor and chairperson of the Stardust Victims Committee & Newstalk Reporter, Stephanie Rohan to ...

In conversation with Phil Coulter

14 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined 'In conversation' with one of Ireland's greatest songwriters, Phil Coulter.

Where are we with gender services in Ireland?

14 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Cass Review, a landmark report into gender care in the UK, has found that thousands of vulnerable children questioning their gender identity have ...

Tom Shakespeare on literature, disability, and stand-up

14 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Shakespeare is a Professor of Disability Research, a sociologist, a bioethicist, and now the author of 'The Ha-Ha' a reverse "whodunnit" about a p...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel April 14th

14 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers is Hugh O’Connell, Political Editor with The Sunday Times Ireland; Maria Walsh, MEP fo...

"I am treated like everybody else" - Nicolas Hamilton

13 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Nicolas Hamilton is a racing driver & author who is the brother of seven-time F1 world champion Lewis Hamilton. His new book 'Now That I Have Your...

Ask the Expert: Dr Eleanor Galvin

13 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is Dr. Eleanor Galvin to answer all of your health-related questions.

Most high profile celebrity court cases with Enda Brady

13 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

OJ Simpson, who died of cancer this week, will be remembered most for his role at the centre of the "trial of the century" but while that may have bee...

What’s Going on with Gráinne Ní Aodha & Stefanie Preissner

13 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to run through some of the top stories from the Saturday papers is Gráinne Ní Aodha, News Reporter with PA Media & Stefanie Preiss...

Adrian Weckler on TikTok cutting over 250 jobs

13 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Adrian Weckler, Irish Independent Tech Editor and host of The Big Tech Show Podcast to discuss the announcement by TikTok that they...

Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Micheál Martin

13 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Tánaiste, Minister for Foreign Affairs, and Minister for Defence, Micheál Martin.Together they discuss the ongoing issue of housi...

Six dead in mass stabbing in Sydney

13 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Six people have been killed, including the attacker, in a mass stabbing at a busy shopping center in Sydney, Australia. Anton is joined by Oliver Pete...

Ask the Expert: Parenting

12 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week’s Ask The Expert slot is Dr Mary O’Kane, lecturer in Psychology and Early Childhood Education.

Cosmetic and anti-ageing advisor, Cindy Jackson

07 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hailed as being the world's number one cosmetic and anti-ageing advisor, Cindy Jackson joins Anton to discuss her first foray into the world of cosmet...

Israel-Gaza: Six months after October 7th

07 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It has been six months since the Hamas attacks of October 7th. As the death toll in the region continues to rise, and increasingly vocal international...

In conversation with Anne Doyle

07 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton 'In conversation' is veteran RTÉ broadcaster, Anne Doyle.

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel April 7th

07 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers is Kevin Doyle, Group Head of news at Mediahuis Ireland; Niamh Hourigan, Sociologist and...

Waterloo’s 50th Anniversary With Dave Fanning

06 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This year marks the 50th anniversary of ABBA’s Eurovision winning hit Waterloo, and like most of their music, you couldn’t escape it if you wanted...

Ask the Expert: Nutrition with Sarah Keogh

06 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's episode of Ask the Expert is dietitian and founder of Eatwell, Sarah Keogh. 

Should we treat Social Media like Cigarettes? With Prof. Matthew Sadlier

06 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Should social media be classified as a public health risk in the same way cigarettes and alcohol are? Anton is joined by Professor Matthew Sadlier, wh...

Construction and DIY with Pete the Builder

06 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the seemingly increased amount of construction around the country, whether that be home renovations or new buildings, Anton brought in Pete the B...