Newstalk Weekend

What’s Going On with Lise Hand & Michelle Murphy

06 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to run through some of the top stories from the Saturday papers is journalist Lise Hand and Research and Policy Analyst at Social Justic...

Storm Kathleen Update with Cathal Nolan

06 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Climate Scientist and Founder of Ireland’s Weather Channel Cathal Nolan to give an update on Storm Kathleen today.

In conversation with Andrew Scott

31 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton 'In Conversation' is award winning Irish actor Andrew Scott.

Banned Movies with John Fardy

31 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Newstalk Screentime’s host John Fardy joins Anton to talk about movies with a history of being banned such as The Life of Brian, A Clockwork Orange ...

Easter Sunday with Fr. Brian D’Arcy

31 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Father Brian D’Arcy to talk about the importance of Easter Sunday.

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel March 31st

31 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers is Journalist and Author Valerie Cox, Irish Examiner Columnist Fergus Finlay and Irish I...

Ask the Expert: Pete the Vet

30 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's episode of 'Ask the Expert' is veterinarian Pete Wedderburn, AKA Pete the Vet!

Easter Chocolate Recipes with Catherine Fulvio

30 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by chef, food writer, author and proprietor of Ballyknocken House & Cookery School Catherine Fullvio to go through the best chocol...

Managing Sleep & Clocks Going Forward

30 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the clocks moving forward while we’re asleep, Anton is joined by Sleep Expert at the Sleep Care Company, Anne Marie Boyhan to talk about the ch...

Road Deaths & Easter Bank Holiday Safety with Jack Chambers & Sarah O'Connor

30 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This Easter weekend is sure to be busy on the road with people driving home to visit friends and family, so it’s important to be aware of road safet...

What’s Going On with Daniel Murray & Ailbhe Smyth

30 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to run through some of the top stories from the Saturday papers is Daniel Murray, Political Correspondent with the Business Post, and Ca...

Jeffrey Donaldson Resigns - What’s Happening?

30 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by John Manley of the Irish Daily News to talk about the resignation of DUP Leader Jeffrey Donaldson following “historic” charges....

"It felt like my life was narrowing all the time" - Ciara Kelly

24 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Newstalk Breakfast co-host Ciara Kelly joins Anton to discuss her struggle with psoriatic arthritis which has resulted in her undergoing two hip repla...

In conversation with Ray Winstone

24 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton 'In conversation' this week is veteran actor, Ray Winstone. Together they discuss him working with Guy Richie, how getting older has cha...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel March 24th

24 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers is Mark Hennessy, Ireland and Britain Editor with The Irish Times; Frances Fitzgerald, F...

"The polls can get it wrong and it is all to play for" - Ivana Bacik

24 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Fresh from the Labour National Conference yesterday where she gave a speech outlining plans for coming into the next Generel Election, Anton is joined...

In conversation with Gerry Kelly

23 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton 'In Conversation' is legendary broadcaster, Gerry Kelly.

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

23 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's episode of Ask the Expert to answer all of your parenting queries is Dr. Mary O’Kane.

Frank Flannery on a seismic week in Irish politics

23 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss the major shifts in Irish politics this week is Frank Flannery, Fine Gael's former Director of Elections, Director of Organis...

Jennie Bond on Kate Middleton's cancer diagnosis

23 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Following the revelation that Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales is undergoing cancer treatment, Anton is joined by Jennie Bond, former BBC Royal Corre...

Discover Northern Ireland Panel live from Slieve Donard Hotel

23 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, the Anton Savage Show was broadcasting from the stunning surroundings of Slieve Donard Hotel in Newcastle, County Down - with thanks to Tourism...

What's Going on with John Lee, Ursula Ni Shabhaois & John Manley

23 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to run through some of the top stories from the Saturday papers is John Lee, Executive Editor of the Daily Mail Group Ireland; political...

Moscow concert hall attack update with Declan Power

23 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

At least 115 people have been killed and more than 100 injured when several gunmen opened fire on people at a concert in the Crocus City Hall near Mos...

Is Ireland as welcoming as we think?

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss the issue of racism in Ireland is Mamobo Ogoro, a Nigerian-Irish social psychologist and social entrepreneur who is the found...

Mark Wogan's St Patrick's Day Lunch Special

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by celebrity chef, Mark Wogan who was cooking a St Patrick's Day lunch for his mum and all her friends.

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel March 17th

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers is Aideen Finnegan, Podcast Producer with The Irish Times; Nicola Tallant, Investigation...

In conversation with Karen Koster

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton 'In conversation' this week is TV presenter, Karen Koster. Together they talk about her meeting Tom Cruise, the errors on her Wikipedia ...

Assisted Dying in Ireland with Janie Lazar & Rebecca Wilcox

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss the legal and ethical questions surrounding assisted dying is Janie Lazar, Chairperson of End of Life Ireland & Esther Ra...

Ask the Expert: Gardening with Brian Burke

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's episode of 'Ask the Expert' is gardening expert and Super Garden judge Brian Burke.

From teaching to writing with Cathy Sweeney

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined in studio by author, Cathy Sweeney. Together they discuss her initial teaching career, the decision to give it up and pursue writing f...

What's Going On with Barbara Scully & Kieran Cunningham

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through some of the main stories from the Saturday papers is Barbara Scully, broadcaster and writer & Kieran Cunningham of the...

Leo Varadkar in Washington DC

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Taoiseach held talks with the US President and Vice President in Washington yesterday as part of the annual St. Patrick's Day visit to the United...

Michael McDowell & Lisa Chambers on the defeat of the Family and Care referendums

10 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to reflect on the defeat of the Family & Care referendums are Senators Michael McDowell & Lisa Chambers.

In conversation with Russell Crowe

10 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ahead of his ‘Indoor Garden Party’ show in the Gaiety Theatre on July 1st, Anton is joined 'In conversation' by Academy Award-winning actor, Russe...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel March 10th

10 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main issues being covered in the Sunday papers is Frances Fitzgerald, Fine Gael MEP for Dublin; Gary Murphy, Professor of ...

"I think these referendums were a marketing ploy by the government" - Peadar Tóibín

10 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Peadar Tóibín, Leader of Aontú to discuss the fallout of the 'No/No' result from the referendums on Family & Care.

Henry McKean at the 2024 Oscars

10 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is Cillian Murphy about to make history in becoming the first Irish-born man to win best actor, and will Irish production company Element Pictures con...

"Unthought out social experimentation with the constitution" - Michael McDowell

09 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to reflect on what looks increasingly like a "No/No" result in the Family and Care Referendums is Senator, Michael McDowell.

How to be a better conversationalist with author, Robert Poynton

09 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What if you feel uneasy or unsure of yourself when in conversation? What can you do to be more comfortable expressing yourself and communicate with ea...

Ask The Expert: Legal Advice

09 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is Sonia McEntee, Principal Solicitor at Sonia McEntee Solicitors and chair of the Law Soc...

Referendums on Family & Care debate with Brenda Power & Lorraine Clifford-Lee

09 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to debate the issues surrounding the referendums on Family & Care in the home, are Senator Lorraine Clifford-Lee & Brenda Power,...

10th anniversary of the disappearance of MH370

09 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On March 8th, 2014, Malaysia Airlines Flight 370, flying from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing, disappeared with 239 people onboard. A decade on, it remains on...

What's Going On with Gabija Gataveckaite & Peter Leonard

09 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through some of the main stories from the Saturday papers is Gabija Gataveckaite, political reporter with the Irish Independent &a...

Referendum result update with Barry Whyte

09 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through what we know regarding the outcome of the referendums on family and care in the home is Barry Whyte, Chief Reporter for Ba...

In conversation with Marti Pellow

03 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Marti Pellow joins Anton 'In conversation' to discuss his success with Wet Wet Wet, the balance of managing his fame with being true to his roots, his...

Creative Brain Week with Mike Hanrahan

03 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Creative Brain Week is an annual event that highlights the intersection of arts and brain science. The themes for 2024 are “Attention, Connection an...

Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform

03 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform joins Anton to discuss our latest GDP figures, housing...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel March 3rd

03 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers is Conor Pope, Consumer Affairs Correspondent with The Irish Times; author & journal...

"This is about bringing people under our constitution; it is not about excluding people"

02 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to outline the reason why she is advocating for a 'Yes/Yes' vote in the forthcoming referendums on family and care in the home is Cather...

In conversation with Niall Breslin

02 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Following 2023’s successful run of sold-out shows of his live 'Where Is My Mind?' podcast tour, Niall Breslin is doing another run of dates around I...

Ask the Expert: Dr. Eleanor Galvin

02 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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

Inside the Crime: The Una Lynskey Murder with Frank Greaney

02 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Season three of Newstalk’s 'Inside the Crime' podcast follows the story of Una Lynskey, a 19-year-old woman who stepped off a bus one October evenin...

What's Going On with Paul Hayes & Brenda Power

02 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through some of the main stories from the Saturday papers is Paul Hayes, founder of Beachhut PR & Brenda Power, columnist with...

Weather update with Met Éireann

02 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday, many counties around the country experienced sudden and unexpected snowfall leading to traffic disruption and school closures. Joining Anto...

In conversation with Lenny Abrahamson

25 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined in conversation with film and television director, Lenny Abrahamson.Together they discuss the Dublin International Film Festival takin...

“My children were born there...so we knew we had to do something”

25 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A new Netflix documentary 'Two Mothers' tells the story of Cathy Wheatley, who traveled to Ukraine to save the woman who gave birth to her children. ...

"I'm very confident that the referendums will both be defeated" - Michael McDowell

25 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to outline the reason why he is advocating for a 'No' vote in the forthcoming referendums on family and care in the home is Senator, Mic...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel February 25th

25 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers is John Cunningham, Relationship Director with Morgan McKinley and former chair of the I...

Hiking at this Time of Year with Roz Purcell

24 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Roz Purcell, broadcaster and creator of ‘The Hike Life’ to discuss the best hikes to do despite the weather we get this time of...

Ask the Expert: Nutrition

24 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's instalment of Ask the Expert is Dietitian Sarah Keogh.

What’s Happening with RTÉ? With Larry Bass and Seamus Dooley

24 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the abrupt departure of RTÉ’s Siún Ní Raghallaigh, one has to be worried about the broadcasters stability. To talk about what’s been happe...

When Does Spring Actually Start? With Éanna Ní Lamhna

24 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For many the first day of Spring is the first day of February, for others it is the first day in March. And for a select few, it’s when the first da...

What’s Going On with Stephanie Preissner and Adrienne Sweeney

24 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main stories from Saturday’s papers is writer and broadcaster Stephanie Preissner and Adrienne Sweeney, Director of ...

The Ukraine War Two Years On

24 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by John Sweeney, former investigative journalist at the BBC and author of ‘Killer In The Kremlin’ as well as Tom McEnaney, Media c...

In conversation with Karl Spain

18 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Karl Spain is a comedy legend known for his work on the Republic of Telly, his time on Operation Transformation, and his stand-up performances. His up...

Henry McKean at the 77th BAFTAs

18 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The 77th BAFTAs takes place tonight in London, hosted by David Tennant. Cillian Murphy, Barry Keoghan, and Paul Mescal are the big names flying the fl...

What is behind the growing popularity of Ozempic?

18 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ozempic, a drug used to treat type 2 diabetes, has experienced a rise in popularity after being praised for its efficacy in helping patients lose weig...

"As soon as we think we're near the finishing line, out comes a further scandal"

18 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the latest revelation regarding RTE’s payments to departing senior executives, it was revealed that an exit payment of up to €200,000 was made ...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel February 18th

18 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers is Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at the University of Galway; Gabija Gataveckaite, Politi...

J.F. Murray author of ‘Hitched’

17 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

J.F. Murray is one of Ireland’s most popular 'BookTokers' whose book ‘Hitched’ has just been optioned by Barack and Michelle Obama’s productio...

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

17 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's installment of Ask The Expert is Dr Mary O'Kane, Lecturer in Psychology and Early Childhood Education.

Minister Helen McEntee on new agency 'Cuan', GRA snub of Drew Harris & more

17 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined in studio by Minister for Justice, Helen McEntee.Together they discuss, 'Cuan', the new statutory agency that sets out to tackle and r...

In conversation with comedian, Kevin McAleer

17 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Comedy legend Kevin McAleer has announced that he is going to step back from doing stand-up after 40 years on the comedy circuit. He joins Anton to re...

What’s Going On with Mark Hennessy & Valerie Cox

17 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Mark Hennessy, Ireland and Britain Editor of the Irish Times & journalist...

Donald Trump fined $354.9m: What next for the former US president?

17 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A New York state judge has ordered Donald Trump to pay $354.9m as part of a civil fraud trial against him and his company. It deals a further signific...

Maia Dunphy on facing up to cancer, parenting and Dublin bus

11 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton was Maia Dunphy to discuss the face up to cancer campaign along with parenting and Dublin bus frustrations. You can see more details on ...

The essential rom-coms of Valentines Day with Brian Lloyd

11 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton with his list of the best rom coms ahead of Valentine's Day was Brian Lloyd, Movies Editor at Entertainment.ie.Brian's top 10 list: Some...

Eamon Ryan talks traffic ban, infrastructure and energy

11 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton was joined by Minister Eamon Ryan to discuss the traffic ban in Dublin City along with his position as Co-Chair of International Energy Agency.

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel February 11th

11 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers is Pat Rabbitte, Chairperson of Tusla & former Leader of the Labour Party, Aideen Fi...

Pat Rabbitte on John Bruton's passing

11 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Following the passing of former Taoiseach John Bruton, Anton was joined by Pat Rabbitte to share his memories of the former Fine Gael leader.

Perfect pancakes with Gary O’Hanlon

10 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It is almost that time of year again when we dust off the non-stick crepe pans and whip out the lemons and sugar. Pancake Tuesday is just around the c...

Ask The Expert: Pete the Vet

10 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is Pete the Vet.

"I've never been in a room with more emotion becasue this really matters to people" - Minister Simon Harris

10 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton was joined in studio by Simon Harris TD, Minister for Further & Higher Education, Research, Innovation, and Science & Justice.Together t...

In conversation with Mark Wogan

10 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Wogan no doubt thought twice about following in the footsteps of his late great father Terry, but if he did, he clearly disregarded any misgiving...

What’s Going On with Brenda Power & Barbara Scully

10 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main issues being covered in the morning papers is Brenda Power, columnist with the Sunday Times and the Irish Daily M...

State funeral of former Taoiseach, John Bruton taking place today

10 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the funeral of former Taoiseach, John Bruton takes place this morning, Newstalk reporter, Sheila Naughton, and broadcaster Ivan Yates join Anton to...

In Conversation with Jason Byrne

04 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When comedian, Jason Byrne isn’t busy writing a new book or memoir you can generally find him on your TV screens on LOL: Last One Laughing Ireland o...

Should we lift the passenger cap at Dublin Airport?

04 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Kenny Jacobs, CEO of Dublin Airport Authority (DAA) & Green MEP, Ciarán Cuffe.Together they discuss whether or not Dublin Airp...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel February 4th

04 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers is Conor Lenihan, Former Minister for Science, Technology & Innovation; Dublin MEP, ...

'Six Nations: Full Contact' producer, James Gay-Rees

04 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Film producer, James Gay-Rees, has managed to do what some would have thought impossible - he has managed to get not just six separate teams, but six ...

Ask The Expert: Legal Advice

03 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is Sonia McEntee, Principal Solicitor at Sonia McEntee Solicitors and chair of the Law Soc...

"This is a signpost of things to come" - Pearse Doherty on the return to power-sharing in Northern Ireland

03 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After a deal was struck to restore power-sharing in Northern Ireland following two long years of negotiation by the UK government and the DUP, “a da...

"This is a signpost of things to come" - Pearse Doherty on the return to powersharing in Northern Ireland

03 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After a deal was struck to restore power-sharing in Northern Ireland following two long years of negotiation by the UK government and the DUP, “a da...

66th Annual Grammy Awards: Who is performing & who will win

03 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Grammys will take place tomorrow night in what promises to be the biggest night in music in 2024. The awards will be helmed by Trevor Noah and wil...

What's Going On with Daniel Murray & Stefanie Preissner

03 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the top stories from the morning papers is Daniel Murray, Political Correspondent with the Business Post & Stefanie Pr...

Six Nations 2024: Ireland demolish France in Marseille

03 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A clinical Ireland team defeated France with a record win in the opening game of the 2024 Six Nations last night. Joining Anton to discuss the victory...

In conversation with Conor Niland

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Next weekend will see the biggest tennis event take place in Ireland for over a decade as Ireland faces Austria in the Davis Cup in front of a sell-ou...

"I think this is a time for deep breath" - NUJ's Seamus Dooley

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss this week's Grant Thornton report on Toy Show the Musical as well as the delayed report on RTÉ's voluntary exit package that...

"He had a natural affinity for cultural matters" Cillian Murphy’s ex-teacher, William Wall

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You can tell from the reaction in the media that Irish people are only too happy to bask in the reflected glow of our homegrown stars of screen and st...

Minister Simon Coveney on housing & recent small business closures

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Businesses have been facing a lot of challenges in recent weeks as evidenced by the spate of restaurant and small business closures across the country...