Newstalk Weekend

Ask the Expert: Gardening with Brian Burke

04 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to answer all of your gardening questions is Brian Burke, RTÉ Super Garden Judge & Woodie's DIY and Gardening Expert.

The 30 Fruit & Veg Per Week Challenge

04 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We all know that we should be getting at least 3-5 fruits and vegetables per day for a healthy, balanced diet. And if you look at this on a weekly b...

Autism: My Lived Experience with Chloé Hayden

04 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss her lived experience with autism is Chloé Hayden, actor, disability rights activist, and author of 'Different, Not Less'.

Eoin Ó Broin on Housing Affordability & The Refugee Crisis

04 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As residents of a Dublin apartment block march for an extension to the eviction ban alongside Peter McVerry today, the housing crisis is still top of ...

February Bank Holiday Weekend: What's On & What To Do

04 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's the very first February Bank Holiday weekend with St. Brigid coming to the rescue after a long January. To go through some of the best events th...

Six Nations Preview with OTB’s Aisling O’Reilly

04 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's that time of year again when the daffodils are just beginning to show signs of life and the Six Nations Championship is back! OTB’s Aisling O’...

What's Going On with Daniel Murray & Brenda Power

04 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the top stories hitting the headlines this week is Daniel Murray, Political Correspondent with the Business Post & Brend...

Kickstart Your Weekend with JP McMahon

04 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to help Kickstart Your Weekend is chef, author & restaurateur, JP McMahon.

Ask The Expert: Motoring

28 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anton spoke to this weeks expert Geraldine Herbert on the subject of Motoring.

Impractical Fashion: Sideways Dresses

28 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anton spoke to stylist Lorna Claire Weightman about impractical fashion against the backdrop of Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week.

Cases That Challenged The Legal System

28 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anton spoke to Larry Donnelly who is a Law Lecturer at the University of Galway about Cases That Challenged The Legal System.

Quirky Gadgets - the Good, the Bad and the Ugly

28 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anton spoke to Jenny Darmody of the Silicon Republic about Quirky Gadgets.

What's going on with Gerard Howlin and Ali Ryan

28 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anton reviews the news of the day with Gerard Howlin and Ali Ryan.

Kickstart Your Weekend: Coxswain Sean O Farrell

28 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anton spoke to Coxswain Sean O Farrell about life as a captain in the south of Ireland

Helen Dixon on Data Protection Day and Meta's impending fines

28 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anton talks to Data Protection Commissioner Helen Dixon about Data Protection Day and Meta's impending giant fines.

Fionnán Sheahan on the Irish Political Funding Scandals

28 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Anton spoke to Fionnán Sheahan on the recent political funding scandals with both Fine Gael and Sinn Fein.

Frank Greaney on Enoch Burke's Dismissal from Wilson's Hospital School

21 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Frank Greaney, Newstalk & Today FM Courts Correspondent joins Anton to discuss the circumstances that ultimately led Enoch Burke to be dismissed from ...

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

21 Jan 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.

Roisin Curley on making her mark in the wine-world

21 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We Irish may be known for a lot of things, be it great storytellers, welcoming hosts, or perhaps a bunch who are partial to a drink or two. While we...

Irish movies that put us on the map with John Fardy

21 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With all the awards success of the 'Banshees of Inisherin' and 'The Quiet Girl', we got thinking about the movies that put Ireland on the map. Joinin...

2023 housing market look ahead with Pat Devitt of IPAV

21 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Institute of Professional Auctioneers & Valuers is calling for mortgage terms to be increased to up to 40 to 50 years to address the difficulties ...

Where to go and what to do this summer

21 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The weather has been dismal here in Ireland lately so if you’re mulling over where to head away for some sunshine then you’re not alone. Travel wr...

What's Going On with Philip Ryan & Conor Pope

21 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the top stories from the morning papers is Philip Ryan, Political Editor with the Irish Independent & Conor Pope, Consume...

Kickstart Your Weekend: Karl Henry

21 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to help Kickstart Your Weekend is Operation Transformation’s Karl Henry.

Midwest Hospitals Campaign Protests January 21st

21 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Midwest Hospitals Campaign says ‘now is the time’ to end hospital overcrowding ahead of their weekend demonstration taking place this weekend....

Ask The Expert: Dr. Eleanor Galvin

14 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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

Jennifer Zamparelli on 'Dancing with the Stars'

14 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

'Dancing with the Stars' is back on our screens on RTÉ and to mark the event, Anton is joined by co-host Jennifer Zamparelli to chat about all that w...

Are we still a religious country?

14 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tomorrow is 'World Religion Day', a day for those of us who have faith to reflect and celebrate all the positive attributes religion has to offer. Bu...

Dr. Matthew Sadlier on the ongoing hospital crisis

14 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Matthew Sadlier, Chairman of the Consultant Committee of the IMO has said that staff are experiencing what he calls “warzone-like conditions” ...

Celebrating David Bowie with Ian Dempsey

14 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On the 10th of January 2016, the world lost one of the most beloved and influential musical artists of the 20th century - David Bowie. All this week,...

What’s Going On with Brenda Power & Gerard Howlin

14 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main top stories hitting the headlines is Brenda Power from the Sunday Times & Gerard Howlin, public affairs consultan...

Kickstart Your Weekend with Mary Kennedy

14 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kickstarting Your Weekend is broadcaster and author, Mary Kennedy. 'Moving West' airs on TG4 on Wednesdays at 8.30pm and will focus on Mayo on Januar...

Backlash following the appointment of Neale Richmond to Minister of State

14 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss the nature of the backlash following the appointment of Neale Richmond to Minister of State is Newstalk’s Political Corresp...

Ask The Expert: Legal Advice

07 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's episode of 'Ask the Expert' is Sonia McEntee, Principal Solicitor at Sonia McEntee Solicitors & Chair of the Law Society...

2023 Golden Globes Preview

07 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The 80th Golden Globes take place this coming Tuesday in Beverly Hills, with the ceremony to potentially influence success at the upcoming Oscars and ...

Marking the two-year anniversary of the Capitol Riots

07 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Last night US president Joe Biden paid tribute to those who defended democracy during the January 6th Capitol riots in a White House ceremony, as he a...

Tony O'Brien on the hospital overcrowding crisis

07 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The HSE has said that they have initiated a “whole system response” to the ongoing hospital overcrowding crisis being experienced across the count...

Experiences of a solo traveler with Laura Barton

07 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever been away for a holiday on your own? Solo traveling is becoming an ever more popular adventure, not just among the 18-25 cohort, but peo...

'What’s Going On' with Ailbhe Smyth & Suzanne Kane

07 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

To help Anton go through some of the top stories hitting the headlines this morning is campaigner, Ailbhe Smyth & broadcaster, Suzanne Kane.    ...

Kickstart Your Weekend with Henry McKean

07 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to help Kickstart Your Weekend is Newstalk's very own, Henry McKean.

Tomás Conefrey on the ongoing pressure on pharmacists & flu medicines shortage

07 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss the current shortage in flu medicines as well as the pressure being felt by pharmacists as the surge in respiratory viruses c...

The Happy Pear on getting healthier in the New Year

31 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Happy Pear twins Steve and Dave Flynn joined Anton Savage in studio to give their top tips on how to get healthier in 2023.

Lyra on performing at Dublin's New Year Festival

31 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Singer Lyra joined Anton Savage for a chat about taking to the stage to ring in the new year.

Bertie Ahern on the 25th Anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement

31 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern joined Anton Savage for a look ahead to 2023 and marking the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement.

Ask The Expert: Christmas Dinner

24 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Clare McKenna for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is chef, Erica Drum to talk through what is for many of us the biggest and most im...

Driving home for Christmas with Henry McKean

24 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Up and down the country many of you are driving home for Christmas, including Henry McKean, who met people on the highways and byways driving home for...

Santa Claus live in studio with Clare McKenna

24 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Santa Claus took time out of his very busy schedule to chat with Clare McKenna about how preparations have been going ahead of a very busy night, and ...

Andrea Corr on her new album & Christmas plans at home

24 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It is safe to say that Andrea Corr is Irish music royalty. She and her three siblings have performed all over the world to packed out venues with th...

The Rest Revolution & Mindfulness with Niall Breslin

24 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of the things that people love about the Christmas holidays is being able to stay a little bit longer in your pj's and slippers and sitting around...

What’s Going On Christmas Panel with Anna Daly & Shane Byrne

24 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Clare McKenna for a very special 'What’s Going On Christmas Panel' is TV presenter and founder of clothing brand Littlebliss.com, Anna Daly ...

Kickstart Your Weekend: The Goal Mile at 40 Years

24 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Clare McKenna to Kickstart Your Weekend is Eamon Sharkey, Fundraising and Communications Director at GOAL & Eamonn Coghlan, Irish Running Lege...

Private Seán Rooney remembered as “one of a kind”

17 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Private Sean Rooney, who died in Lebanon, has been described by his best friend as “one of a kind”. The 24-year-old soldier was shot dead while ...

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

17 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Tommy Bowe for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is Dr. Mary O’Kane, Lecturer in Psychology and author of  'Perfectly Imper...

Sean Defoe on the Taoiseach Handover

17 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today marks a significant day in the political calendar as Micheál Martin hands over the office of Taoiseach to Leo Varadkar as the former becomes Tá...

Weekend Sports Roundup with OTB's Cathal Mullaney

17 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This weekend of course will see plenty of sporting action, with Sunday’s much-anticipated World Cup final between Argentina and France. Joining Tomm...

The Taoiseach Handover with Sinn Féin’s Louise O’Reilly TD & Jennifer Carroll-MacNeill, Fine Gael TD

17 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As Michael Martin stands down as Taoiseach in a long-anticipated government reshuffle, Tommy Bowe is joined to reflect on his time in office and what ...

Harry and Meghan: The Royal Doc Part II

17 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Tommy Bowe to discuss the second installment of Harry & Meghan's Netflix series is Newstalk's, Sinead Ryan.

What’s Going On with Philip Ryan & Stefanie Preissner

17 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Philip Ryan, Political Editor with the Irish Independent & Stefanie Preissner, writer and podcaster, join Tommy Bowe to go through the main stories fr...

Kickstart Your Weekend: Marty Morrissey

17 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Tommy Bowe to Kickstart Your Weekend is one of Ireland’s most treasured TV personalities, Marty Morrissey. Marty will be hosting the 'Marty...

Ask The Expert: Dr Eleanor Galvin.

10 Dec 2022

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.

Harry and Meghan: The Royal Doc

10 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The first installment of Harry and Meghan’s documentary was released on Netflix this week with a second installment due in the next few days. But ...

Minister for Housing Darragh O'Brien

10 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton is Darragh O’Brien, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, and TD for Dublin Fingal. Together they discuss the ongoing ...

Misunderstood Animals with Éanna Ní Lamhna

10 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you think dogs are better than cats, cats are better than dogs or Gila monsters are better than bearded dragons, chances are you have one anim...

What’s Going On with John Lee & Barbara Scully

10 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

John Lee, Executive Editor at DMG Media Ireland & writer and broadcaster Barbara Scully joined Anton today to go through the main stories from today's...

Kickstart Your Weekend: Tommy Bowe

10 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to Kickstart Your Weekend is former Ireland international, and Ireland AM anchor Tommy Bowe.

Cold Snap Weather Update

10 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve all felt the cold snap this week with a winter weather advisory for Ireland in place until 9am on Monday morning. Joining Anton for the latest...

Border poll: Northern Ireland rejects Irish unity

03 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Northern Ireland would vote decisively against a united Ireland if there was a Border poll, latest Ipsos opinion poll shows. For more on that Anton wa...

Ask the Expert – Gardening

03 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Brian Burke, RTÉ Super Garden Judge joined Anton to answer your gardening questions.

Fermoy community rallies today against anti-immigration protests in town

03 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A solidarity rally will be held in Fermoy today as a response to an anti-immigration protest that took place on Wednesday following the arrival of asy...

All in a Row marathon Charity Challenge

03 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Row, row, row your boat gently down the Liffey! This morning, an ambitious challenge is taking place on Dublin’s River Liffey to merrily raise money...

To Tip Or Not To Tip?

03 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Payment of Wages (Amendment) (Tips and Gratuities) Act came into effect this week, meaning all tips including service charges will go to staff and...

What’s Going On with Kevin Doyle and Brenda Power

03 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kevin Doyle, Group Head of News at the Independent and Brenda Power, columnist at the Sunday Times and Irish Daily Mail had joined Anton today to disc...

Kickstart Your Weekend – Mario Rosenstock

03 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to Kickstart Your Weekend was the inimitable and irreplaceable Mario Rosenstock.

Comedy Icon Lenny Henry

03 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Back in 1975, our next guest made his first TV appearance as a teenager on a talent show called New Faces. Over the next five decades he made his name...

Ask the Expert: Consumer Advice with Miriam Simon

26 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For this week's installment of 'Ask the Expert', Anton is joined by retail strategist, Miriam Simon, to get some consumer advice amidst the madness of...

Best moments from the 'Toy Show' throughout the years

26 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Late Late Toy Show was the only show in town last night with more than one million viewers expected to have tuned in from all corners of the globe...

Housing Crisis: Raise the Roof Rally

26 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Raise the Roof national rally for housing is being held in Dublin today in an effort to highlight the urgent need for an effective housing policy ...

Catherine Martin on the Green Party annual convention

26 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This weekend the Green Party is holding its annual party conference, in Athlone. Joining Anton to discuss is Catherine Martin, the Party’s Deputy L...

Legal implications of Sinead McSweeney securing Twitter High Court injunction

26 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss the legal implications regarding Sinead McSweeney - Twitter's Global Vice President for Public Policy - securing a temporary ...

What's Going On with Larry Donnelly & Ailbhe Smyth

26 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through some of the top stories hitting the headlines is Larry Donnelly, University of Galway Law Lecturer and Political columnist...

Kickstart Your Weekend: Pat Shortt

26 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to 'Kickstart Your Weekend' is comedian and actor, Pat Shortt. Pat and his daughter, Faye, will be performing in ‘WELL’ all across ...

Ask the Expert: Dr Eleanor Galvin

19 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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

World Cup 2022 Preview with OTB's John Duggan

19 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to preview FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is Off the Ball's John Duggan.

International Men's Day with Brent Pope & Keith Walsh

19 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, November 19th, is International Men's Day, which aims to celebrate the positive value men bring to the world, their families, and communities. ...

Simon Harris on the Fine Gael Ard Fheis

19 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today the Fine Gael party is gathering in Athlone for its Ard Fheis, coming one month before Leo Varadkar will assume the role of Taoiseach on Decembe...

Richard Corrigan on his new restaurant 'The Park Café'

19 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Chef Richard Corrigan, who has just opened 'The Park Café' in Ballsbridge, to discuss some of the challenges facing the hospitalit...

What's Going On with Gina London & Gerard Howlin

19 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through some of the top stories hitting the headlines this week is Gina London, leadership communications expert, and Sunday Indep...

Kickstart Your Weekend: Alan Hughes

19 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to kickstart your weekend is Ireland AM presenter, Alan Hughes ahead of his production of the panto - 'Snow White and Sammy & Buffy' at ...

Ciara O'Brien on further job losses at Twitter

19 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss Twitter temporarily closing its office in Dublin as more staff have chosen to leave, as well as the growing fears that the co...

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

12 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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

The Power of Persuasion with David Meade

12 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

David Meade has used his background in international business and personal interest in popular psychology to create a unique combination to inspire au...

Cop27 Update One Week In

12 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Last year, the Cop26 climate summit in Glasgow sought to keep alive the target of holding global temperatures to 1.5C. With this year’s COP27, t...

In Conversation with Daniel O'Donnell

12 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Daniel O'Donnell has just released his brand-new album ‘I Wish You Well’ and will be showcasing his new music for Irish audiences in the new year ...

Memorable Advertisements of Years Gone By

12 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With John Lewis coming out with their Christmas ad this week, it got Anton thinking about some of the most memorable and iconic ads from years gone by...

What's Going On with Brenda Power & Paul Hayes

12 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through some of the top stories hitting the headlines this week is Brenda Power, journalist and barrister & Paul Hayes, CEO at Bea...

Kickstart Your Weekend: Fiachna Ó Braonáin

12 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to Kickstart Your Weekend is musician and broadcaster, Fiachna Ó Braonáin. The Hothouse Flowers, guitarist, and vocalist is getting...

Who will be the hardest hit as interest rates soar?

12 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss who will be the most affected as interest rates continue to rise is Charlie Weston, Irish Independent Personal Finance Editor...

Ask The Expert: Career Guidance

06 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Clare McKenna for this week's episode of Ask the Expert is Brian Mooney, Standard Life’s End of Career Guidance Counsellor.

Ex-Facebook Moderator Chris Gray

05 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Clare to discuss his experience working as a moderator for Facebook is Chris Gray, author of 'The Moderator: Inside Facebook’s Dirty Work In...

Pearse Doherty on the Sinn Féin Ard Fheis

05 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sinn Féin is gathering in Dublin this weekend for their Ard Fheis with leader, Mary Lou McDonald, addressing attendees later this evening. To talk a...