Newstalk Weekend

Is Ireland good enough for young people?

12 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

To coincide with International Youth Day, Luke is asking if Ireland is appealing enough for young people to live. He is joined by Paul Gordon, Directo...

Ask the Expert: Parenting

12 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr Mary O'Kane is back in the studio answering all your parenting questions.

Covid resurgence explainer

12 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Professor Cliona O'Farrelly, Chair in Comparative Immunology & Biochemistry at Trinity College Dublin joins Luke to discuss the latest data regarding ...

What's going on with John Lee & Barbara Scully

12 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Luke to discuss What's Going On in the papers today is John Lee, Executive Editor at DMG Media Ireland, and Barbara Scully, Writer and Broadca...

National Heritage Week

12 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

National Heritage Week is a nine-day celebration of Ireland’s natural, built and cultural heritage. Newstalk journalist Marése O'Sullivan joins Luk...

Spectacular meteor shower this weekend

12 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

David Moore, chairman of Astronomy Ireland talks Luke O'Neill through the celestial events happening in Irish skies this weekend. Luke O'Neill fills...

Living with a chronic illness with Polly Atkin

05 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Polly Atkin joins Stefanie Preissner to discuss her new book ‘Some of Us Just Fall – On Nature and Not Getting Better’, a meditation on her life...

Ask the Expert: Pete the Vet

05 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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

Trump: Can he still be president?

05 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Former US President Donald Trump entered a plea of not guilty on Thursday to charges related to conspiring to overturn the 2020 election. The indictme...

What’s Going On with Kevin Doyle & Anna Daly

05 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Stefanie Preissner to run through some of the top stories from the Saturday papers is Kevin Doyle, Group Head of News at Mediahuis and Anna Da...

Big Films for the Rest of 2023

05 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With the summer’s blockbusters already out, Barbie and Oppenheimer, what films can we look forward to in the second half of 2023? Olivia Fahy, movie...

Bank Holiday Weather Update

05 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Gerry Murphy from Met Éireann gives us a weather update ahead of the bank holiday. Stefanie Preissner fills in for Anton this week.

Travel without breaking the bank

05 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

More than 80% of Irish holidaymakers are determined to explore abroad this year, even in the face of higher costs. So where are we heading to and how ...

Ask the Expert: Motoring

03 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's Ask the Expert, motoring journalist Geraldine Herbert is in the studio to answer all your car-related questions.

Comedy Rule-Breaking with Jim Elliott

29 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are we too cautious with comedy? Are we too reluctant to break the rules? Comedian Jim Elliott stops by to chat with Jarlath about navigating comedy w...

How To Get More Women Playing Sport

29 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In an exclusive Newstalk poll carried out by Amárach, we discovered that there is still a clear divide between men’s and women’s sport in Ireland...

Record Rise in Homelessness

29 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne Stanley, Executive Director of the Simon Community speaks to Jarlath Regan about the latest homelessness figures, continuing to break record fig...

What's going on with Gerard Howlin & Amanda Brunker

29 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With Jarlath Regan filling in for Anton, he takes a look at What's Going On in the papers with Gerard Howlin- public affairs consultant and former sen...

Who will take home the Sam Maguire?

29 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jarlath Regan fills in for Anton this weekend, and is joined by Cameron Hill from Off the Ball to discuss the All-Ireland Final this weekend.

Celebrating Mick Jagger Turning 80

22 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For a man who once said he would never reach old age, next Wednesday will mark Mick Jagger’s 80th birthday. The great rebel is now a Knight and is a...

Ask the Expert: Gardening

22 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Luke O'Neill for this week's episode of Ask the Expert is RTÉ Super Garden judge and Woodie’s DIY & Garden Expert, Brian Burke.

Has Dublin become too dangerous?

22 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week a US tourist suffered a serious assault near Talbot Street in Dublin, and a man in his 30s was also the victim of a serious assault on Domin...

What's Going On with Philip Ryan & Barbara Scully

22 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Luke O'Neill to run through some of the top stories from the Saturday papers is Philip Ryan, Political Editor of the Irish Independent & write...

Golf, All-Ireland Hurling Final & World Cup Preview with Cameron Hill

22 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This weekend sees more sporting excitement with the All-Ireland hurling final on Sunday and of course, looking ahead to Ireland's game against Canada ...

Does AI pose a significant threat to the arts?

22 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This is one of the biggest weekends in the world of cinema, with both Oppenheimer and Barbie taking to the big screen. But while millions will enjoy ...

How a new Alzheimer’s breakthrough will impact other neurological conditions

22 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A recent breakthrough in Alzheimer’s research has ignited hope and optimism within the medical community. 'Donanemab' has emerged as a potential gam...

The future funding model of RTÉ

15 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A forensic accountant was appointed this week to look into RTÉ’s finances. It comes as RTÉ’s Director General told the Public Accounts Committ...

Social media pressures and the impact on our mental health

15 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A number of celebrities in recent days have been open about their mental health difficulties and the toll that online toxicity can take. From Ryan T...

Ask The Expert: Legal Advice

15 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Tommy Bowe for this week's installment of Ask The Expert is Sonia McEntee, Principal Solicitor at Sonia McEntee Solicitors and chair of the La...

Bumper weekend of sporting action

15 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There is a feast of sport to look forward to over the course of the weekend and beyond with Wimbledon coming to a close, the All-Ireland Men’s Senio...

What's Going On with Claire Brock & Fergus Finlay

15 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Tommy Bowe to run through some of the top stories from the Saturday papers is Claire Brock, news presenter with Virgin Media Television & Ferg...

‘We’ve Got the World’ (As Gaeilge)

15 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Twenty years after Mickey-Joe Harte performed 'We’ve Got The World' at the Eurovision Song Contest in 2003, his iconic hit has now received a modern...

Where Twitter Went Wrong with Matt Navarra

08 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Twitter is now worth only $15 billion. That’s nearly a third of the $44 billion that Elon Musk paid for the platform back in 2022. Declining in popu...

Ask The Expert - Vet 

08 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to answer all your veterinary questions is Pete the Vet! 

The Future of Public Service Broadcasting with Lord David Puttnam

08 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

RTÉ has long been regarded as a trusted source of news, information, and entertainment for the Irish people. However, recent revelations regarding no...

Where are the safest & most dangerous places in the world?

08 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Not sure which country to visit next? Well maybe the Global Peace Index could help you make that decision. They have just released a list of the most ...

What’s Going On with Hugh O’Connell & Stefanie Preissner

08 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the top stories hitting the headlines is Hugh O’Connell, Deputy Political Editor of the Irish Independent, and Stefanie ...

Incoming DG meets Union Reps at RTÉ

08 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The new RTÉ Director General Kevin Bakhurst met with union representatives and committed to meeting with RTÉ staff and their unions again in the com...

New music with Mick Flannery

08 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On the back of his latest single, Mick Flannery joins Anton to talk music. Mick is an Irish folk singer who, after winning the International Songwriti...

Ask the Expert: Dr Eleanor Galvin

01 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is GP, Dr. Eleanor Galvin.

Abortion in Ireland: 5 Years on from the repeal of the eighth amendment

01 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today will see the annual 'Rally for Life' march in Dublin which is organised by a number of pro-life organisations. It comes at a time when the fiv...

Look-ahead to a bumper weekend of sport

01 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re into sport, this weekend is really the start of your summer. Wimbledon is less than 48 hours away, but all eyes are on Croke Park this wee...

Should RTÉ’s top salaries be capped?

01 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As we come to the end of a very eventful week with RTÉ executives in front of the Media and PAC Committees - with another committee meeting to take p...

What were your favourite childhood toys?

01 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With the imminent release of the new Barbie movie, there is no better time to ask - what were your favourite childhood toys? Joining Anton to delve i...

What’s Going On with John Lee & Lauren Boland

01 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the top stories hitting the headlines is John Lee, Executive Editor with DMG Media Ireland & Lauren Boland, reporter with ...

In conversation with Sonya Lennon

01 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anton was joined in studio by entrepreneur and equality advocate, Sonya Lennon. Together they discuss Sonya's start in television, the challenges of ...

Why are we fascinated with deep-sea tourism?

24 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We heard the tragic news this week of the debris field found during the search for the missing tourist submersible 'Titan'. But how did we first becom...

Ask the Expert: Skincare with Prof. Anne-Marie Tobin

24 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is Professor Anne-Marie Tobin, consultant dermatologist.

Ireland's first Online Safety Commissioner, Niamh Hodnett

24 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Ireland’s media regulator, Coimisiún na Meán set out its plans to enhance online safety, including highlighting that for the first time...

Wagner Group's armed mutiny: what we know so far

24 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In stunning developments overnight, Yevgeny Prigozhin, the head of Russia's Wagner mercenary group, and his fighters crossed the border from Ukraine i...

What's Going On with Barbara Scully & Philip Ryan

24 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the top stories hitting the headlines is Philip Ryan, Political Editor with the Irish Independent & Barbara Scully, writer...

Brexit: Would The British Take It Back?

24 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this day in 2016, the world woke up to the news that Britain had voted to leave the EU. Seven years on, how do British people feel about Brexit? Ha...

Pride Weekend 2023 with Paul Ryder

24 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It is of course Pride weekend which always seems to be one of the most joyful times of the year. Joining Anton to look ahead to the weekend that's in ...

Ask the Expert: Dietitian Sarah Keogh

17 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to answer listener questions regarding their diet is Sarah Keogh, founder of Eatwell.

A brief history of the 'Hallmark' holiday

17 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It is Father’s Day tomorrow! Surely no other days of celebration in the calendar fill us all with more anxiety than these “hallmark” days – ...

John Torode’s Ireland

17 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Award-winning chef, John Torode has spent the last 18 years on our screens and his next adventure will see him tour, taste, and cook his way through I...

The lasting legacy of Christie Dignam

17 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The funeral of Christy Dignam is taking place this morning following his death on Tuesday. Our reporter Matthew Joyce joins Anton from Finglas to disc...

The merits of campervan holidays with Bob Flavin

17 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This summer millions of people will fly to foreign countries and stay in snazzy hotels for their summer holidays, but what about just hitting the road...

Kickstart your Weekend with Brendan Courtney

17 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to help kickstart your weekend is broadcaster, Brendan Courtney.

Ask the Expert: legal advice with Sonia McEntee

10 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Ask the Expert Sonia McEntee, Principal Solicitor at Sonia McEntee Solicitors and chair of the Law Society PR Committee, answered listene...

Night and Day Festival

10 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when you put a political journalist and a musician turned sound operator in a room together? They create a music festival in Roscommon. C...

Richard Coles debut novel 'A Death in the Parish'

10 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For 17 years he enjoyed being a vicar but now at 61, Richard Coles has switched careers once again, releasing his debut novel last year with it’s se...

The latest on Trump's indictment with Terry Sheridan

10 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Managing Editor, WSHU Public Radio, Terry Sheridan joined Anton to give the latest on Trump's indictment.

The south Dublin planning saga continues.

10 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Irish Independent’s Fionnan Sheahn joins Anton again this week to discuss the latest on South Dublin neighbours demanding a secret €225k payoff ea...

Whats Going On with Brianna Parkins and John Lee

10 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Journalist, Brianna Parkins and executive editor of the Daily Mail, John Lee join Anton to go through the biggest stories of the day.

Kickstart Your Weekend: Evelyn Cusack

10 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Former Head of Forecasting at Met Éireann joined Anton to kick start your weekend!

Boris Johnson Resigns

10 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Boris Johnson has resigned from parliament. Host of 'The Rest is Politics' Podcast and former director of communications for the Blair government, Al...

The greatest Irish albums with Dave Fanning

03 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Broadcaster Dave Fanning joins Anton to discuss the Independent's analysis of the 50 greatest Irish albums of all-time.

The Republican Race

03 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss who is currently in the running for the Republican Party's Presidential Nominees is Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at the Unive...

Ask the Expert: Parenting

03 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr Mary O'Kane, lecturer in psychology and early childhood education stops by to answer all your parenting questions.

Calls for vaping ban

03 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr Emmet O'Brien, chair of ASH Ireland and respiratory consultant at Beaumont Hospital talks to Anton about the health risks associated with vaping.

What's going on with Richie Oakley & Ali Ryan

03 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to run through the biggest stories of the weekend is Richie Oakley, former Business Post editor and now with PR firm Murray Group, and A...

Secret payments to drop planning case

03 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Irish Independent’s Fionnan Sheahn joins Anton to discuss how South Dublin neighbours demanded a secret €225k payoff each to not block housing.

Kickstart Your Weekend with Derek Mooney

03 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to Kickstart Your Weekend is RTÉ presenter, Derek Mooney.

Ask The Expert: Vet

27 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Pete the Vet is in the studio to answer all questions pet-related!

A mini heatwave in Ireland

27 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Some parts of Ireland could see temperatures rise to 24 degrees says Gerry Murphy of Met Éireann. He joins Anton to talk about what to expect weather...

How Succession became a hit

27 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Deirdre Molumby, a knowledgeable pop culture and entertainment expert, joins Anton alongside John Fardy, the host of Screentime on Newstalk, to talk a...

How do we solve the housing crisis?

27 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The recently released April 2023 Homeless Report, reveals a distressing milestone as the number of individuals in emergency accommodation surpasses 12...

Gearóid Farrelly

27 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Comedian, writer and podcaster Gearóid Farrelly joins Anton to chat stand-up comedy, working with Joan Rivers and his upcoming tour dates.

What’s Going On  with Craig Hughes & Barbara Scully

27 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Craig Hughes, political correspondent at the Irish Daily Mail & Barbara Scully, author and broadcaster, join Anton to go through the biggest stories o...

Kickstart Your Weekend: Kieran Cuddihy

27 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The presenter of Newstalk’s The Hard Shoulder joins Anton to kickstart your weekend!

Dublin Airport Carpark Chaos

27 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The DAA has announced there are no parking spaces available this weekend at Dublin Airport. Eoghan Corry, Editor of Air and Travel Magazine, discusses...

Ask the Expert: Medical Advice

20 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr Eleanor Galvin answers our medical questions for you this week

Tech Travel Hacks with Tech Correspondent Jess Kelly

20 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joins Anton with some tech travel hacks for those of us lucky to be getting away on holiday!

Alastair Campbell on his new book ‘But What Can I Do? - Why Politics Has Gone So Wrong, and How You Can Help Fix It’

20 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss his new book is Alastair Campbell, who was director of communications and strategy in Tony Blair's government and an advisor ...

Katie Taylor in the 3Arena

20 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Pro-boxer Eric Donavan joins Anton to share his thoughts on Katie Taylor’s upcoming fight against Chantelle Cameron.

What’s Going On with Ailbhe Smyth & Brianna Parkins

20 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the top stories hitting the headlines this morning is campaigner Ailbhe Smyth, and Irish Times columnist Brianna Parkins.

Kickstart Your Weekend – Ian Dempsey

20 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to kickstart your weekend is the wonderful broadcaster, Ian Dempsey.

Enoch Burke validly suspended, judge rules

20 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The High Court rules a decision by Wilson's Hospital School to suspend Enoch Burke from his teaching position in August 2022 was correct. Newstalk’s...

Misunderstood Songs with John Fardy

13 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Born in the USA... Who Let The Dogs Out... You’re Beautiful... what do these songs have in common? Many music fans think they mean something else to...

Kickstart Your Weekend – Francis Brennan

13 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kickstarting your weekend is Hotelier and TV personality Francis Brennan. Anton found out just how Francis spends his weekends.

What's going on With Daniel Murray and Brenda Power

13 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the top stories hitting the headlines this morning is Daniel Murray, Political Correspondent at the Business Post and Bren...

Protesting Against Ireland’s Upcoming Hate Speech Laws

13 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A protest is taking place Saturday afternoon against the new hate speech laws that will come into effect from this summer. Free Speech Ireland believe...

Ask The Expert – Parenting

13 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr Mary O’Kane, psychology and early childhood education lecturer answers all your parenting questions.

Hollywood Writers’ Strike

13 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Members of the Writers Guild of America are picketing for their rights outside some of the biggest production companies in the world. Josh Gondelman...

Noel Cunningham on the Royal Coronation

06 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anton spoke to TV Pundit & Presenter Noel Cunningham who has a long association with the royal family about King Charles' big day.

Wild Youth on performing at Eurovision

06 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The next week promises to be one hell of a party for Wild Youth. From rehearsals this week to their semi-final appearance this coming Tuesday and then...

Henry McKean's buildup to Coronation Ceremony in London

06 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Newstalk's Henry McKean speaks to Anton about all the excitement in London in the buildup to King Charles Coronation.

Pat Kenny: What It Takes To Host The Late Late

06 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anton chats to former Late Late Show Host and Newstalk Presenter, Pat Kenny about what it takes to host The Late Late.

Ask The Expert – Gardening

06 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

RTÉ Super Garden judge Brian Burke joins Anton to answer all your gardening questions.