Newstalk Weekend

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel January 28th

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers is Children's Rights Alliance Chief Executive, Tanya Ward; Paul Hayes, CEO of Beachhut P...

In Conversation with Ed Guiney

27 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ed Guiney and Element Pictures celebrated an incredible 11 Oscar nominations for the film 'Poor Things' recently, making it the highest number of nomi...

Trump ordered to pay $83m in defamation trial

27 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A federal jury ruled on Friday that former US President, Donald Trump, must pay a total of $83.3 million in damages for defamatory statements made den...

Referendums on Family and Care: What are the issues?

27 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In March the country will go to the polls to decide on two amendments to the Irish Constitution, one relating to the provision of care and one relatin...

'Bambie Thug' set to represent Ireland at Eurovision 2024

27 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Last night six musical acts battled it out on The Late Late Show's Eurosong special to represent Ireland at this year’s song Eurovision Song contest...

What’s Going On with Mark Hennessy & Lise Hand

27 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Hennessy, Ireland and Britain Editor with the Irish Times & journalist, Lise Hand join Anton to run through some of the top stories from...

How to plan a destination wedding with Tara Fay

27 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

While organising a wedding is no small feat at the best of times, what about the logistical and sometimes linguistic barriers to planning a wedding ab...

'Kormac' on what it's like to be a soundtrack composer

21 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

'Kormac' went from making guitar demos in his bedroom to Hip Hop DJing and eventually to composing soundtracks for TV and Film - he joins Anton t...

"We are out of step with most EU member states in requiring conditionality" - MEP Barry Andrews

21 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A European Parliament vote calling for a ceasefire to the Israeli offensive against Hamas in Gaza illustrated some dividing lines between Fianna Fail ...

Larry Bass on the new proposals to replace the TV licence

21 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss the proposed new plans to replace Ireland’s TV licence fee as well as the value of having a public broadcaster in general i...

In conversation with Adam Kay

21 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Adam Kay went from being a struggling doctor to a wildly successful comedian and a best-selling children’s author with a BAFTA award-winning TV seri...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel January 21st

21 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers is broadcaster and commentator, David Davin Power; John Lee, Executive Editor of the Dai...

Derval O’Rourke: Guest Editor of the Irish Examiner's Weekend Magazine

20 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Derval O’Rourke, Olympian, businesswoman and columnist to discuss Derval being the guest editor of the Irish Examiner's Weekend m...

In conversation with Paul McKenna

20 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul McKenna went from being a DJ, to being a stage performer, to being a huge TV success as a hypnotist, to ultimately then becoming the author of te...

Ask The Expert: Gardening  with Brian Burke

20 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is Brian Burke, RTÉ Super Garden Judge, and Woodie's DIY and Garden Expert.

How can we make our roads safer?

20 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A total of 184 people died in 173 fatal collisions in 2023. When you compare this to 2022 which saw 155 deaths in 149 collisions, this represents a 19...

Wellbeing in the workplace with Paul Merriman & Laya Healthcare

20 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Newstalk has teamed up with Laya Healthcare to explore wellbeing in the workplace, and one of the key trends that their recent index found was that th...

What’s Going On with Fionnán Sheahan & Barbara Scully

20 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through some of the top stories from the morning papers are author and broadcaster, Barbara Scully & Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland...

In conversation with George McCabe

14 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gangland crime is an issue that has dogged Dublin, and indeed the country as a whole, for some time and it can be hard to see an immediate way to solv...

'Guggi' on his formative years and artistic life

14 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Derek Rowen aka 'Guggi' is an artist, painter, and sculptor, and once a member of the post-punk band Virgin Prunes. His artistic style has evolved th...

Roderic O’Gorman on immigration & fighting disinformation

14 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Roderic O’Gorman, Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration, and Youth.Together they discuss Ireland's immigration...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel January 14th

14 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers is Fergus Finlay, former CEO of Barnardos; Gina London, international communications str...

In conversation with RAF fighter pilot, Mandy Hickson

13 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mandy Hickson is a pioneering fast jet pilot, who was just the second woman ever to fly a Tornado GR4 on the front line. She is now a renowned keynote...

Ask the Expert: Dietitian Sarah Keogh

13 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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

UK Post Office scandal: What happened and who is responsible?

13 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It has been described by the UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, as one of the greatest miscarriages of justice in UK history: the prosecution of thousand...

Are restaurants in Ireland a sector in crisis?

13 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday saw the news that Nash 19, one of Cork’s best-known restaurants closed its doors with immediate effect after more than three decades in bu...

What’s Going on with Hugh O’Connell & Adrienne Sweeney

13 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to run through some of the main stories from the Saturday papers are Hugh O’Connell, Deputy Political Editor at the Irish Independent ...

'Path to Power' with Matt Cooper & Ivan Yates

13 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

2024 promises to be a big year for global politics and we here in Ireland are no different as we gear up for the local and European elections later th...

In conversation with Frankie Sheahan

07 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Irish rugby players have been enjoying a rare weekend off with big challenges ahead in both provincial and international rugby over the next few weeks...

UK politics in 2024 with Alastair Campbell

07 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On Thursday UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, signaled that the UK's next general election will take place in the autumn, saying his “working assumpti...

Ivana Bacik on local and European elections, a possible Social Democrats merger & immigration

07 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ivan Yates is joined by the Labour Party Leader and TD for Dublin Bay South, Ivana Bacik.Together they discuss Labour plans for the upcoming local and...

Sunday Newspaper Panel January 7th

07 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Ivan Yates to review the main stories in the Sunday papers is Cara Augustenborg, Assistant Professor in Landscape Studies and Environmental Po...

Jack Chambers on the recent surge in road deaths

07 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The RSA released its “Provisional Review of Fatalities” report for 2023 earlier this week. The report showed that road deaths surged by almost 20%...

Celebrating Nollaig na mBan 2024

06 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

January 6, is Nollaig na mBan, traditionally a day that rewards women for their hard work over the Christmas season. While that idea might now seem so...

Ask The Expert: Legal Advice

06 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Stefanie Preissner for this week's installment of Ask The Expert is Sonia McEntee, Principal Solicitor at Sonia McEntee Solicitors and Chair o...

Record homelessness in Ireland: What needs to be done to solve this crisis?

06 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday the Department of Housing released stark statistics showing that the number of men, women, and children in homelessness in Ireland reac...

The Golden Globes: Kicking off Awards Season 2024

06 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This weekend will see the Golden Globe Awards take place with many Irish actors being nominated, from Cillian Murphy and Andrew Scott to Barry Keoghan...

What’s Going On with Philip Ryan & Mark Hennessy

06 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Stefanie Preissner to go through some of the top stories from the Saturday papers is Mark Hennessy, Ireland and Britain Editor with the Irish ...

How to stay motivated and set goals with Gerry Hussey

06 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's January, it’s dark, it’s cold, and most of us have zero motivation to do anything else but sit on the couch and wait out the winter. But how ...

In Conversation with Baz Ashmawy

31 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Baz Ashmawy talks to Anton about his life and career as well as his new show 'Faithless' on Virgin Media.

Reflecting on Entertainment in 2023

31 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Brian Lloyd, Movies Editor at entertainment.ie is in studio with Anton to look back on the biggest moments from film, TV and music throughout 2023.Pho...

The 2023 Sport Year in Review

31 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Off the Ball's Ger Gilroy joins Anton to look back on the biggest moments in sport through 2023.

Looking Back on the Biggest Stories in 2023

31 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Broadcaster Valerie Cox, Consumer Editor of The Irish Times Conor Pope and Ireland Editor of The Irish Independent Fionnán Sheahan...

What's Going on with Barbara Scully & Hugh O’Connell

31 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Luke O'Neill to go through some of the top stories from the morning papers is author and broadcaster, Barbara Scully & Hugh O’Connell, D...

Signing off 2023 with The Dublin Gospel Choir

30 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Luke O'Neill is joined in studio by the Dublin Gospel Choir to sing 'You're the Voice' as we say farewell to 2023.

NYE Preview: What’s on & where with Ali Ryan

30 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's New Year’s Eve tomorrow and with that comes a lot of anticipation around what the coming year might bring but also for the night itself and all...

Ask The Expert: Parenting

30 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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

2024 Travel: Where to go & how to get there

30 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Even though we're not quite finished with 2023, many people will be planning their next trip in 2024 but where are the best places to go and how do we...

The changing landscape of retail in Ireland

30 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We are well and truly post-Christmas now but that doesn't mean the spending stops as this is often the best time of year to get the best bang for your...

In conversation with Spencer Matthews

17 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mandy is joined in conversation with Spencer Matthews.Together they discuss his start in television, the runaway success of his podcast career, as wel...

Christmas dinner with Mark Moriarty

17 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Moriarty is an award-winning chef, TV host, and author of 'Flavour: Every Day Food Made Exceptional' - winning the Cookbook of the Year award at ...

Mary Seery Kearney on the new surrogacy legislation

17 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The government has approved plans to recognise international surrogacy for the first time, giving much-needed legal protection to intended parents and...

Sunday Newspaper Panel December 17th

17 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Mandy Johnston this morning to review the biggest stories in the Sunday papers is Aideen Finnegan, Podcast Producer with the Irish Times; Bria...

On the Road with Mario Rosenstock

16 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week Anton hit the road with the one and only Mario Rosenstock. Together they discuss his time at Trinity College Dublin, his relationship with T...

Ask the Expert: Dr Eleanor Galvin

16 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's episode of Ask The Expert is GP Dr Eleanor Galvin.

Amárach Poll: The cost of Christmas

16 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How much are you planning to spend on your gifts, food, and drink this festive season? The latest survey by Newstalk’s Amárach Christmas poll has r...

A 50-year-old mountaineering mystery

16 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

50 years ago, eight Americans were climbing Aconcagua in Argentina. Tragically, two of the party perished in their attempt to make it to the summit bu...

What’s Going On with Lise Hand & Philip Ryan

16 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the top stories from the morning papers is journalist, Lise Hand & Philip Ryan, Political Editor of the Irish Independ...

What makes you a morning person?

16 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered what makes you a morning person? Research released this week shows that ancient DNA may contribute to your enthusiasm for an ea...

Colm Meaney on Politics, Acting and 'The Snapper'

10 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This morning Anton was joined by Colm Meaney to talk Politics, Acting and 'The Snapper'.

Why December 11th is the biggest break-up day of the year

10 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This morning Anton was joined by Feargal Harrington, Dating Expert, CEO Intro Matchmaking to get a better understanding of why December 11th is the bi...

Minister Darragh O’Brien talks housing, refugees and capacity

10 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Minister Darragh O’Brien joined Anton to talk about housing, refugees and capacity.

Anton's Sunday Newspaper Panel December 10th

10 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton this morning to review the biggest stories in the papers was: Siona Cahill- Account director DHR Communications, Aoife Barry, Journalist...

The Rules of Regifting with Jennifer Sheahan

09 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Irish Examiner columnist and former ‘Home of the Year' winner Jennifer Sheahan joins Anton to discuss the do’s and don’ts of regifting, especial...

New ‘Online Safety Code’ And Tackling Incendiary Online Conversations

09 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The regulation of content on social media was brought into sharp focus following the recent Dublin riots. Coimisiún na Meán have just published a dr...

Ask the Expert: Skincare

09 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Skincare specialist Jennifer Rock, owner of TheSkinNerd.com and Skingredients, is in the studio today to answer how we can look after our skin.

What Should We See from an Irish Covid Enquiry?

09 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson appeared before a public Covid inquiry this week where he denied backing a ‘let the virus rip’ policy,...

What’s Going On  with Mark Hennessy and Barbara Scully

09 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through Saturday’s biggest stories is Mark Hennessy, Ireland and Britain Editor for the Irish Times and Barbara Scully, author a...

Is Ireland Still A Fertile Ground For Creating Music Icons?

09 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shane MacGowan’s funeral yesterday gathered thousands paying their respects, and means the number of Irish music icons continues to shrink. Newstalk...

In conversation with John Lloyd

03 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

John Lloyd is a veteran television/radio producer and writer, famous for bringing the likes of Not the Nine O'Clock News, The Hitchhiker's Guide to th...

Joe Shannon on dealing with his terminal cancer diagnosis

03 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joe Shannon can often be seen cooking up a storm for Ireland AM or be heard on the airwaves on Ocean FM, but more recently he has become an advocate f...

How are restaurants and retail managing this Christmas period?

03 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s been a challenging time for restaurants and retail around the country with the cost of living affecting consumer pockets and making all the in...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel December 3rd

03 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to take a look at the biggest stories from the Sunday papers are John Lee, Executive Editor of the Daily Mail Group; Gabija Gataveckaite...

Celebrating Glenroe's 40th Anniversary

02 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by four of the stars of Glenroe: Mary McEvoy, Isobel Mahon, Alan Stanford and Geraldine Plunkett to celebrate the 40th anniversary of ...

The Rise of the Far-Right in Ireland

02 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Now we saw last week what many people have been flagging for months now, if not years, that we here in Ireland are not immune to the rise in far-right...

Ask the Expert: Fertility

02 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s Ask the Expert, Anton is joined by Dr. Roisin O’Loughlin of Fertility HQ to talk all things fertility, testing and health.

The History of Christmas One-Hit Wonders

02 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

98FM’s Ciaran O’Connor joins Anton to discuss what it means to be a Christmas chart-topper and the history of them. Do any of them actually reach ...

What’s Going On with Eileen Dunne and Hugh O’Connell

02 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through some of Saturday’s biggest stories is Eileen Dunne, journalist and broadcaster, as well as Hugh O’Connell, Deputy Poli...

Can the Retail Sector Recover Ahead of Christmas?

02 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to assess the state of the Irish retail sector in the run-up to Christmas and following on from the events of last week is Jean McCabe, ...

The Dunlop Dynasty with Stephen Davison

26 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You might be familiar with the Isle of Man TT which sees motorcycle racers compete on closed public two-lane country roads at speeds exceeding 300kph,...

Paschal Donohoe on Dublin city riots, facial recognition legislation & Emily Hand's release

26 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery & Reform.Together they discuss the afterma...

In conversation with Frances Fitzgerald

26 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Earlier this month, Frances Fitzgerald announced that she will not contest the European Parliament elections next year. Ms Fitzgerald has been an MEP ...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel November 26th

26 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to take a look at the biggest stories from the Sunday papers is Former Garda Commissioner, Nóirín O'Sullivan; Former Minister of State...

Ask The Expert: Gardening

25 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For this week's ask the expert Anton was joined by Brian Burke as he talks us through gardening during the winter months.

The Most Notorious Bank Robber in Ireland

25 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anton was joined by John O'Hegarty the man regarded as Ireland's most notorious bank robber alongside Kevin Doyle, Group Head of News at Mediahuis. To...

"She's the underdog for the first time" - Boxing Promoter Eddie Hearn previews Katie Taylor's rematch

25 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anton was joined by Boxing Promoter and Chairman of Matchroom Sports, Eddie Hearn to look ahead to Katie Taylor's huge fight tonight.

Minister Eamon Ryan on Dublin Riots, Travelling to COP28 in Dubai and Elon Musk

25 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anton was joined in studio by Minister Eamon Ryan to talk about the recent Dublin Riots, travelling to COP28 in Dubai and Elon Musk's comments about I...

What's Going On with Brand Power and Fergus Finlay

25 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through some of the main stories from the Saturday papers is  Brenda Power, columnist with the Sunday Times and the Irish Dai...

Toy Show Review with Simon Tierney and Barbara Scully

25 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Last night was Patrick Kielty's first late late toy show so today Anton was joined by Newstalk's own Simon Tierney & author and broadcaster B...

Will 'I’m a Celebrity...' help or hinder Nigel Farage’s political career?

19 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

GB News host and former UKIP leader Nigel Farage will enter the jungle for this year’s edition of 'I’m a Celebrity … Get Me Out of Here!''. Whil...

"We are all very optimistic of victory" - Ukrainian Ambassador to Ireland

19 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We are three months shy of a full two years since Russian military forces launched an unprovoked attack on Ukraine. To discuss the ongoing conflict, t...

Matt Cooper on the life and legacy of Ben Dunne

19 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Broadcaster and author, Matt Cooper, joins Anton to reflect on the turbulent business life of Ben Dunne, following his death at the age of 74.

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel November 19th

19 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to take a look at the biggest stories from the Sunday papers is Hugh O'Connell, Deputy Political Editor at the Irish Independent; Valeri...

The future of UK & US politics with Daniel Mulhall

18 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Daniel Mulhall spent over 40 years in Ireland’s diplomatic corps having served as Ambassador to the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, and ...

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

18 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's episode of Ask the Expert is Dr Mary O'Kane, psychology and early childhood education lecturer.

Paschal Donohoe on the Fine Gael special conference

18 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Opportunities and challenges facing rural Ireland and the agriculture sector will be discussed at a Fine Gael special conference in Maynooth today.&nb...

'Black Friday' advice with Conor Pope

18 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Conor Pope, Consumer Affairs Correspondent with The Irish Times, joins Anton to give us some tips on what to look out for come next week’s ‘Black ...

What's Going on with Richie Oakley & Stefanie Preissner

18 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through some of the main stories from the Saturday papers is Richie Oakley, former Business Post editor and now with PR firm Murra...

Look ahead to Fine Gael's Special Party Conference

18 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Later today Fine Gael will hold a ‘special conference’ in Maynooth, Co Kildare with a focus on delivering for rural Ireland. To explain what farme...

Colonel Chris Hadfield on his new book 'The Defector'

12 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anton spoke to Colonel Chris Hadfield about this lengthy career and his latest book 'The Defector'.