Newstalk Weekend
Episodes
Mark Little on his new Docu-Drama "Tomorrow Tonight"
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anton was joined in studio by Mark Little to talk about his new Docu-Drama "Tomorrow Tonight" airing this Wednesday.-
Minister Simon Harris on Education, Sinn Féin and Housing
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anton was joined in studio by Simon Harris TD is the Minister for Further & Higher Education, Research, Innovation, and Science & Justice ...
Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel November 12th
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton this morning to take a look at the biggest stories of the day are Daithí de Róiste, The Lord Mayor of Dublin, Sarah Benson, CEO of Wom...
"You must fail if you are going to succeed" - Blindboy on his creative process
11 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A new book, an award-winning podcast, and a sold-out gig to come later this month, life seems to be treating Blindboy pretty well these days. He joins...
Ask the Expert: Pete the Vet
11 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this week's installment of Ask The Expert, Anton is joined by Pete the Vet to answer all of your veterinary questions.
"We will talk to everybody because that's what grown-ups do" - Louise O'Reilly
11 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sinn Féin's two-day Ard Fheis continues in Athlone, Co. Westmeath today with Party leader, Mary-Lou McDonald, set to deliver her presidential address...
Terry Hayes on his new book 'The Year of the Locust'
11 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When his first book was published nine years ago, Terry Hayes was hailed as the ‘new’ Freddy Forsythe. Hayes’ second novel, The Year of the Locu...
What's Going On with Philip Ryan & Lauren Boland
11 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to go through the top stories from the Saturday papers is Philip Ryan, Political Editor with the Irish Independent & Lauren Boland,...
"It has the potential to become a tipping point"
11 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The murder of Ashling Murphy has hung over Irish life for almost two years, prompting women to share their own accounts of unsettling, and at times fr...
Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel November 5th
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton this morning to take a look at the biggest stories of the day are Claire Ronan Broadcaster with Ocean FM, Conor Pope- Consumer affairs c...
15 Years of Change: Looking Back on Obama's 2008 Victory Speech
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anton reflects on the 15th anniversary of President Barack Obama's historic election, revisiting the hope and promise encapsulated in his electrifying...
Intelligence by design: Are we equipped for AI's risks?
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's said that great power comes with great responsibility, but what if that power is not in human hands at all? This week marked a historic milestone...
In conversation with Neil Delamere
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anton is joined by the one and only, comedian Neil Delamere for a lively conversation that knows no bounds.
What's going on with Ailbhe Smyth and Kevin Doyle
04 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to go through the top stories in the Saturday papers is Ailbhe Smith, campaigner and Kevin Doyle, Group Head of News at Mediahuis Irelan...
Dublin's Air Traffic Surge: A National Concern?
04 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anton is joined by Kenny Jacobs, DAA CEO to discuss the bustling airways of Ireland as Dublin and Cork Airports experience a staggering influx of over...
Ask the Expert: Legal Advice
04 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to answer all your legal questions is Sonia McEntee, Principal Solicitor at Sonia McEntee Solicitors and Chair of the Law Society PR Com...
Tánaiste Micheál Martin defends the Government's housing achievements, saying his party has made a 'big difference'.
04 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tánaiste Micheál Martin stands by the Government's housing achievements, asserting his party's significant impact. On the conflict in Gaza, the Fore...
Navigating Economic Uncertainty with David McWilliams
04 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland's economy is at a crossroads, facing 'considerable external risks' as noted by the IMF, with its pace lagging behind fellow eurozone nations. ...
45 Years of Cork Jazz
03 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cork is Celebrating it’s 45th Jazz festival this weekend, with this years instalment promising to be bigger and better than ever.Newstalk reporter S...
In conversation with Dave Fanning
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anton is joined by Ireland’s go-to man when it comes to all things Irish and international TV and music, broadcaster Dave Fanning.
RWC Final in review with Alan Quinlan & Shane Byrne
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to parse through a thrilling finale to the 2023 Rugby World Cup is former Leinster and Ireland player, Shane Byrne & former Munster ...
Ukrainian refugees facing cuts to welfare payments
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to discuss proposals to cut welfare payments to Ukrainian refugees in Ireland as well as the capacity to house those fleeing the war pro...
Matthew Perry dies aged 54
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to discuss the legacy and untimely death of actor, Matthew Perry is Brian Lloyd, Movies Editor at Entertainment.ie.
Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel October 29th
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to go through the top stories in the Sunday papers is broadcaster and author, Matt Cooper; Breda Brown, Co-Founder and Communications Di...
Cork Jazz Festival with 'TBL8 Brass' & 'The Underscore Orkestra'
28 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anton and the team were broadcasting out of the Republic of Work studio to make the most of the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival and so they took the oppor...
Ask the Expert: Fertility
28 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is Tara Murphy from Sims Clinic to answer all of your fertility questions.
What makes Cork such a great place to live?
28 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From Roy Keane and Derval O’Rourke to Cillian Murphy and Graham Norton, Cork has its fair share of winners but it’s also one of the nicest and fri...
Declan Power on Israel intensifying its Gaza bombardment
28 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anton is joined by Security analyst, Declan Power to discuss the ramifications of the expansion of Israel's military operations into Gaza as well as t...
RWC Final Preview with Frankie Sheahan & Alan Quinlan
28 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The 2023 Rugby World Cup is coming to an end this evening as New Zealand take on South Africa in Paris - but who will come out on top? Alan Quinlan wh...
What's Going On with Jonathan Healy & Joe O'Shea
28 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to go through the top stories in the Saturday papers is Joe O’Shea, Editor of CorkBeo & Jonathan Healy of Healy Communications.
45 years of the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival
28 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cork is celebrating its 45th Jazz Festival this weekend, with this year's installment promising to be bigger and better than ever.Newstalk reporter, S...
Stealing the Crown Jewels with Jeffrey Archer
22 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What would be the most daring robbery you could pull off? For our closest neighbours in the United Kingdom, it would probably be stealing the Crown Je...
Minister Roderic O'Gorman on Green Party popularity, maternity leave & Israeli criticism of Michael D. Higgins
22 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anton is joined by Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration, and Youth of Ireland, Roderic O'Gorman.Together they discuss the populari...
Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel October 22nd
22 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to go through the top stories in the Sunday papers is Anna Marie McHugh, Assistant Managing Director of the National Ploughing Associati...
Andy Mitten on the legacy of Sir Bobby Charlton
22 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sir Bobby Charlton, one of English football’s true sporting legends, was last night celebrated as having achieved “footballing immortality”, wit...
In conversation with Vogue Williams
21 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Vogue Williams joins Anton to discuss the runaway success of her hit podcast with Joanne McNally, ‘My Therapist Ghosted Me’, how Howth will always...
Ask the Expert: Dietitian Sarah Keogh
21 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton for this week's episode of Ask the Expert is dietitian and founder of Eatwell, Sarah Keogh.
Paul Reid on the Citizens' Assembly on Drug Use
21 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This weekend sees the 6th and final meeting of the Citizens' Assembly on Drug Use. The 100-member body has been meeting since April and will agree on ...
On the Road with Ivan Yates & NiftiBusiness
21 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ivan Yates joins Anton for a chat and a drive through the places in Dublin that are the most significant to him. Together they discuss his pathway to ...
What's Going On with Richie Oakley & Stefanie Preissner
21 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to go through the top stories in the Saturday papers is Richie Oakley, former Business Post editor and now with PR firm Murray Group &am...
Amazon, Google & Meta pull out of Web Summit
21 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Amazon, Google, and Meta are the latest in a stream of tech companies to withdraw their participation in this year’s Web Summit following comments m...
Ask the Expert: Medical Advice
14 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s Ask The Expert, Luke is joined by our resident GP, Dr Eleanor Galvin.
Negative intrusion in the public eye with Ciara Kelly & Eve McDowell
14 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine living every day in fear, constantly looking over your shoulder, because stalking, harassment or online abuse is your reality. The chilling ex...
Shine a Light Sleepout with Josh Crosbie
14 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Communities, business groups and volunteers across the country took part in the Focus Ireland - Shine A Light - sleepout overnight. Our reporter, Josh...
What’s Going On with Barbara Scully and Brenda Power
14 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Luke to talk about What’s Going On in today’s papers are Barbara Scully, author and broadcaster, and Brenda Power, columnist with the Sund...
Rugby World Cup
14 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
All eyes are on Paris as Ireland take on New Zealand in the first quarter final of the Rugby World Cup. Henry McKean joins us Luke O’Neill from Pari...
The voice of Big Brother: Marcus Bentley
07 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of Big Brother returning to our screens next week, Anton spoke to Big Brother narrator, Marcus Bentley.
A look ahead to next week's budget
07 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anton spoke to former Chief Economist of the Bank of Ireland and has previously worked in the UK Treasury and the National Institute of Economic &...
What's Going On with Lise Hand and Stefanie Preissner
07 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to go through the top stories in the Saturday papers is journalist, Lise Hand and broadcaster and writer, Stefanie Preissner.
Ask the Expert: Gardening
07 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Burke, Woodie's DIY and Garden Expert and RTÉ Super Garden judge answered listener's questions.
Ireland vs Scotland Rugby World Cup preview with Tommy Bowe
07 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Former International Tommy Bowe spoke to Anton from Paris about what we should expect before tonight's match against Scotland.
Heather Morris on her new novel 'Sisters Under the Rising Sun'
07 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Best-selling author Heather Morris joined Anton to discuss her new novel 'Sisters Under the Rising Sun'.
Ask the Expert: Retirement
30 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of Ask the Expert, Anton is joined by Alan McCarthy, Head of Distribution at Standard Life to answer your questions about retir...
Budget 2024 Preview with Louise O'Reilly TD & Senator Barry Ward
30 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The budget is ten days away and the government seems to be shying away from promising big giveaways. Joining Anton to look ahead to October 10th is Lo...
Secrets from the Sidelines with Kenneth Egan
30 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Each and every Saturday morning, hundreds, if not thousands, of people find themselves standing on the side of a pitch coaching a youth or amateur tea...
U2’s Las Vegas Residency with Barry Devlin
30 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last night U2 hit the stage in Las Vegas with audiences buzzing after the first of their gigs in the Sphere. One man who has known U2 since their firs...
What's Going On with Hugh O’Connell & Ailbhe Smyth
30 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to go through the top stories in the Saturday papers is Hugh O’Connell, Deputy Political Editor at the Irish Independent &&nb...
NASA's Space Apps Challenge 2023
30 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
NASA's Space Apps Challenge 2023 is taking place next week. It’s a two-day hackathon that will see candidates from across the country and the world,...
Shock among the community following violent death of woman in Co. Offaly
30 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A teenage boy has been arrested after a woman died in a ‘violent incident’ at a residential property outside of Tullamore, Co Offaly, yesterday af...
On the road with Pat Shortt
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pat Shortt joins Anton for a chat and a drive through the heart of the Liberties in Dublin City, the place where Pat's career really kicked off and be...
Ask the Expert: Parenting with Dr. Mary O'Kane
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton for this week's installment of Ask The Expert is Dr. Mary O’Kane, psychology and early childhood education lecturer.
Ireland v Springboks RWC Showdown with Henry McKean & Gordon D'Arcy
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's shaping up to be the clash of the Rugby World Cup as Ireland faces down the might of South Africa in this pivotal Pool B crunch match.Joining Ant...
Guinness World Record watchmaking expert, Andreas Strehler
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
‘The International Festival of Time’ takes place this weekend in Waterford. The lineup for the 2023 event includes master watchmakers, newcomers, ...
What’s Going On with John Lee & Aoife Kearns
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to go through the top stories in the Saturday papers is John Lee, Executive Editor at DMG Media Ireland & Newstalk Reporte...
Ireland v South Africa RWC Preview with Tommy Bowe
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Later tonight Ireland will take on South Africa in a hotly anticipated Pool B clash. The boys in green are yet to be challenged but will that be the c...
Leo Varadkar's UN address & Budget 2024 preview with Sean Defoe
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anton is joined by Newstalk's Political Correspondent, Seán Defoe. Together they discuss the address made by Taoiseach Leo Varadkar at the United Nat...
The return of Neighbours with Mischa Barton & Paul Robinson
16 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Neighbours is returning to our screens on Monday! You’ll recognise one of the new faces in Erinsborough though, Mischa Barton - who made her name on...
Ask The Expert: Pete The Vet
16 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton for this week's installment of Ask The Expert is Pete the Vet.
The Green Party think-in with Eamon Ryan
16 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to discuss this week's Green Party think-in, the latest political opinion polls, and the challenges of selling green policies to the pub...
Are Irish spiders something to be fearful of?
16 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you seen any eight-legged creatures making their way across your living room floor in recent days? Spider sightings increase this time of year du...
What's Going on with Richie Oakley & Stefanie Preissner
16 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to go through the top stories in the Saturday papers is Richie Oakley, former Business Post editor and now with PR firm Murray Group &am...
The Late Late Show in Review
16 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last night saw Patrick Kielty take the reins as the new host of RTÉ’s The Late Late Show. So how did he get on? Joining Anton to review his first e...
Minister Roderic O’Gorman on childcare closures & Ukrainian refugees in Stradbally
09 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Federation of Early Childhood Providers has said that a ‘significant’ number of providers will close their doors and go on a three-day strike ...
Ask The Expert: Legal Advice
09 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to answer all of your legal questions is Sonia McEntee, Principal Solicitor at Sonia McEntee Solicitors and chair of the Law Society PR ...
Kenny Jacobs, CEO of the Dublin Airport Authority
09 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It may not have been a vintage summer, but it certainly was one for the DAA. Between parking chaos, land bids, runway noise, and over 3.4 million...
At least 632 people dead in Morocco earthquake
09 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A magnitude 6.8 earthquake has struck central Morocco, killing at least 632 people. The epicentre was high in the Atlas Mountains, 71km south-west of ...
Rugby World Cup Preview with Keith Wood
09 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The day is here. Ireland’s rugby cup adventure kicks off this afternoon in Bordeaux when they take on Romania. Keith Wood joins Anton to preview the...
What’s Going On with Kevin Doyle & Brenda Power
09 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to go through the top stories in the Saturday papers is Kevin Doyle, Group Head of News at Mediahuis & Brenda Power, Columnist at th...
In conversation with Vincent Guérend, French Ambassador to Ireland
09 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
France and New Zealand went toe to toe yesterday evening in the first match in what promises to be one of the most hotly contested Rugby World Cups ev...
Henry McKean on celebrating the Womens Irish Open
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Newstalks own Henry McKean talks to attendees about celebrating the Women's Irish Open
Ask The Expert: Gardening with Brian Burke
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anton talks to Brian Burke, Woodies DIY and garden expert and RTÉ SuperGarden judge about how to keep your lawn in top shape.
Michael Cole on Mohamed Al-Fayed's death
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anton talks to Michael Cole, journalist and former director of public affairs for Harrod's, about Mohamed Al-Fayed's death.
Conor Pope on VAT and interest hikes
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anton chats to Conor Pope, consumers affairs correspondent for the Irish Times about recent VAT and interest hikes.
Lyra and Laura Donnelly on Electric Picnic
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anton chats to Lyra about her upcoming performance at Electric Picnic and talks to Newstalks own reporter Laura Donnelly about Niall Horan's false sta...
What's going on with Páraic McMahon, Dan Danaher and Barbara Scully
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anton goes through the top stories in Saturdays newspapers with Páraic McMahon from the Clare Echo, Dan Danaher from the Clare Champion and Barbara S...
Johnny Mac Cann on the KPMG Women's Irish Open
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anton talks to Johnny Mac Cann, host of the Bogey Men podcast about the 2023 KPMG Women's Irish Open, the course at Dromoland Castle and Leona Maguire...
Mark Nolan, directing manager at Dromoland Castle
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anton talks to Mark Nolan about Dromoland Castle, its famous visitors and life at the historic venue.
Charley Boorman on life on the road
26 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anton was joined by Charley Boorman to discuss his life riding motorbikes including his adventures on the new electric bikes.
Ask The Expert: Medical
26 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton was Dr Eleanor Galvin, our resident GP to answer all your pressing medical questions.
'The largest movement of Americans to a single sporting event overseas' - Notre Dame vs Navy in the Aviva
26 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As over 40,000 Americans arrive in Dublin for Notre Dame vs Navy we take a look at the various angles of the game. Anton was joined by Aebhric McGibne...
The Origins of Stockholm Syndrome
26 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to explain the origins to Stockholm Syndrome was Prof Brendan Kelly, Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin and Consul...
What's Going on with Stefanie Preissner & Hugh O’Connell
26 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to run through the top stories of Saturday's papers is Stefanie Preissner, writer and broadcaster & Hugh O’Connell, Depu...
Paul Howard chats about his latest book
26 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Howard joined Anton to chat about his latest book in the Ross O’Carroll-Kelly series ‘Camino Royale’.
Andy McNab on life in the SAS & his new book 'The Rescue'
19 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Andy McNab's writing career began 30 years ago when 'Bravo Two Zero' hit the shelves. He was at the centre of covert operations for nine years and on ...
Ask the Expert: Dietitian Sarah Keogh
19 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is dietitian, Sarah Keogh.
RTÉ Pay Scandal: What next for RTÉ & Ryan Tubridy?
19 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It is a controversy that has gripped a nation and rolled on for many, many weeks now, but there was still one more sting in the tail for the RTÉ paym...
Memorable Hollywood transformations with John Fardy
19 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bradley Cooper received much criticism this week for sporting a large fake nose as Jewish conductor Leonard Bernstein in the upcoming biopic 'Maestro'...
What's Going On with Daniel Murray & Brianna Parkins
19 Aug 2023
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 & I...
Weather update following Storm Betty
19 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Storm Betty hit Ireland yesterday with Status Orange rain warnings for a number of counties overnight. Joining Anton to discuss the fallout is Linda H...
The purpose of conversation and how it changes our brains
12 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Luke discusses the power of conversation with Shane O'Mara, Professor of Experimental Brain Research at Trinity College Dublin and author of 'Talking ...