Newstalk Weekend

How do you dispose of a 17 meter Fin whale?

06 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The remains of a 17 meter female Fin whale have washed up on the Cork coast. Joining Antonto discuss next steps for its removal is Pádraig Whooley, S...

Fórsa withdraws strike action by school secretaries & caretakers

06 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An agreement has been reached at the Workplace Relations Commission to bring the strike action by school secretaries and caretakers to an end. Joining...

Should TDs wear Irish fashion brands on the first day of the Dáil?

06 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Council of Fashion Designers (CIFD) has written to the Taoiseach, Tánaiste, Ministers, and TDs to request that they wear an Irish brand when atte...

What's Going On with Kevin Doyle & Dr. Emma Howard

06 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main stories form the Saturday papers is Dr Emma Howard, Economist at Technological University of Dublin & Kevin D...

"Viktor Orbán is a rogue Prime Minister in the European Union" - Aodhán Ó Ríordáin

06 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Labour MEP Aodhán Ó Ríordáin has announced that he will be protesting the Hungarian Prime Minister's attendance at the Ireland v Hungary game in t...

In conversation with Julie Jay

31 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton in conversation is comedian Julie Jay, to chat about all things comedy, returning to teaching, and more.

Neven Maguire on his DJ set at Electric Picnic

31 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by award-winning chef turned DJ, Neven Maguire, who is just off the back of DJing and cooking up some delicious dishes at Electric Pic...

"Humanitarian aid should always be allowed to flow wherever it's needed" - Senator Lynn Ruane

31 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A flotilla carrying humanitarian aid and activists will depart from Barcelona today with the goal of establishing a humanitarian corridor to Gaza. One...

US Fed Governor Lisa Cook sues Trump over firing & Trump's tariff ruling

31 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

President Trump’s firing of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook has opened a remarkable legal and political fight in Washington. Cook, the first Blac...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel August 31st

31 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Sunday papers is Kate O’Connell, Former Fine Gael TD; Dan Mulhall, Former Irish ambassador; an...

In conversation with Mark Wogan

30 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Mark Wogan to talk about the challenges in selling the family home, his friendship with Heston Blumenthal, and more.

Ask the Expert: Dietitian Sarah Keogh

30 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For this week’s Ask the Expert, Anton is joined by Sarah Keogh, Dietitian and Founder of Eatwell.

How to tackle head lice once and for all

30 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve ever had young kids in the house, you’ll know the dreaded note from school: ‘There’s been a case of head lice in the class.’ But w...

Dara Calleary on wealth inequality & auto-enrolment

30 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Central Bank’s latest figures show Irish household wealth at record levels, though gains are uneven and concentrated in housing. At the same tim...

What's Going On with Neale Richmond & Gina London

30 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the Saturday papers is Neale Richmond, Fine Gael TD for Dublin Rathdown & Minister of State with responsibility for In...

Josh Crosbie reports from Electric Picnic 2025

30 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Electric Picnic is well and truly underway as 80,000 people have made their way to Stradbally in Co Laois this weekend. Josh Crosbie, Newstalk Reporte...

In conversation with Karl Spain

24 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton in conversation is comedian Karl Spain.

How to reset our sleep ahead of the return to school

24 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Erica Hargaden, Paediatric Sleep Consultant and founder of Babogue, to discuss how best to readjust our sleep patterns before ...

Assessing the legacy of Operation Transformation

24 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss the legacy of shows like The Biggest Loser and Operation Transformation, and where we stand regarding the culture of calorie ...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel August 24th

24 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to run through the main stories from the Sunday papers is John Cunningham, Relationship Director with Morgan McKinley and Chair and Coun...

Israeli strikes in Gaza continue following declaration of man-made famine

24 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Weiss, Israel Correspondent with the Irish Times, joins Anton to discuss the declaration of man-made famine in Gaza as well as the latest airstr...

In conversation with Fiachna ó Braonáin

23 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Fiachna ó Braonáin of The Hot House Flowers joined Anton in studio to talk guitars, touring, and the Mojave Desert.

Ask the Expert: Finance with Robert Whelan

23 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is Robert Whelan, Managing Director of Rockwell Financial.

Prenatal paracetamol use linked to ADHD & Autism: What does the evidence show?

23 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Paracetamol is the world's most popular painkiller, but new research suggests a link between paracetamol use during pregnancy and ADHD & autism in...

Children’s Health Ireland: What are the issues and can they be fixed?

23 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today will see a demonstration in Dublin city centre in memory of Harvey Morrison Sherratt, who died from a sudden illness last month after he had wai...

Are tech workers changing the Irish housing market?

23 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Big Tech workers in Ireland can be on salaries well above €150,000 and are one of the few groups that can still afford to buy homes within the M50. ...

What's Going On Newspaper Panel August 23rd

23 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to run through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Harry McGee, Political Correspondent with the Irish Times; Valerie Cox, Auth...

Kansas State Wildcats v Iowa State Cyclones: What can people expect?

23 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

More than 20,000 American football fans are expected to arrive into Dublin city for this year's Aer Lingus College Football Classic, with the Kansas S...

Kathryn Thomas give us the low down on the Rose of Tralee 2025

17 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our cup runneth over when it comes to Irish Cultural Icons. As Oasis depart these shores tonight, our eyes will move their gaze to the Dome in Tralee ...

DAA CEO talks record-breaking Summer in Dublin and Cork Airports

17 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

July saw record-breaking passenger numbers through Cork and Dublin, with Dublin Airport experiencing its busiest day in history. Anton sat down w...

European Leaders react to Trump and Putin's meeting in Alaska

17 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the aftermath of Donald Trump’s meeting with Vladamir Putin, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will fly to Washington tomorrow to discuss te...

Sunday Newspaper Panel August 17th

17 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Anton sits down with Aontú Leader Peadar Tóibín, Political Correspondent at the Irish Daily Mail Sarah McGuinness and former director of One In Fou...

Henry McKean on all things Oasis Night One

17 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Newstalk's own Henry McKean talks to Anton about Oasis' first of two Dublin concerts in Croke Park and brings us interviews with fans excited to see t...

What is ‘The Masterplan’ behind a gig like Oasis

16 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’d have to be living under a rock to not know that the band Oasis are hitting Dublin tonight for their first gig of two in Croke Park. But while ...

Ask the Expert – Dr. Eleanor Galvin   

16 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This time on Ask the Expert Anton is joined by Dr Eleanor Galvin who answers all your medical questions.

Saturday Newspaper Panel with Gary Gannon and Tabitha Monahan

16 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week Anton is joined by Social Democrats TD Gary Gannon and Political Reporter at the Irish Independent Tabitha Monahan to discuss the biggest st...

Wildlife Expert Éanna Ní Lamhna Talks Seasonal Changes

16 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Summer is coming to a close and that brings with it some wildlife anomalies across the country as seasons change. Éanna Ní Lamhna talked to Anton a...

Is MEP Sean Kelly Seeking the Fine Gael Presidential Nomination?

16 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Since Fine Gael's Mairead McGuinness dropped out of the President race this week Fine Gael have been left looking for a new nominee. MEP Sean Kelly ta...

Trump and Putin Meet to Discuss End to Ukraine War

16 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With the news that Ukrainian President Voldomyr Zelenskyy will travel to Washington on Monday in the aftermath of Donald Trump’s meeting with Vladam...

The Dublin Horse Show

10 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Horse Sport Ireland CEO Denis Duggan joins to talk about the 150th Dublin Horse Show and its place in Ireland’s sporting and social calendar.Horse S...

The Threat of Economic Sanctions

10 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Chief Economist at the Institute of International and European Affairs Dan O’Brien looks at the impact of Donald Trump’s new 15% tariff on Irish e...

All-Ireland Camogie Final Preview

10 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Senator and former sports broadcaster Evanne Ní Chuilinn looks ahead to Galway v Cork in this year’s All-Ireland Camogie Final.Listen here

In Conversation with Pat Shortt

10 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Comedian, actor, and writer Pat Shortt talks about his visit to Japan this week to mark the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima — re...

The Sunday Papers

10 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Former Tánaiste and Labour Minister Joan Burton, Irish Institutional Property CEO Pat Farrell, and Sunday Times Ireland Head of Content Philip Ryan j...

Braveheart’s 30th Anniversary

09 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Actor and director Mel Gibson is in Trim as a series of events begin to mark the 30th anniversary of the making of the Oscar-winning film Braveheart.N...

In Conversation with Kaneda Pen

09 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

British-Cambodian chef Kaneda Pen, founder of Mamapen in London, shares his journey from a career in advertising to opening the city’s only Cambodia...

Ask the Expert: Gardening

09 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Landscape contractor and award-winning Garden Designer, Brian Burke joins Anna Daly for Anton to answer listeners’ gardening questions.From planting...

Helsinki has Zero Road Deaths; How Do We Get There?

09 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Social Democrats TD Jennifer Whitmore, Transport Consultant Conor Faughnan, and Louise Williams of Monthly Cycles discuss how Helsinki achieved a full...

Kids Don’t Want Screens

09 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Freelance Journalist, Niamh O’Reilly and Psychotherapist and Author, Stella O’Malley discuss on if children really want their phones and Ipads, or...

The Weekend Papers

09 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Cuán Ó Flatharta, presenter of NewsTalk’s Splanc, and former Lord Mayor and Fine Gael councillor Emma Blain join Anna to review Saturday morning’...

Where is The Camogie Enthusiasm Gone?

09 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Fianna Fáil TD Peter 'Chap' Cleere joins Anna Daly for Anton Savage to discuss why coverage and attendance for women’s sport still lags behind the ...

How will Ireland look with this new tariff deal?

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's been a week since the cosy tete-a-tete between President Trump and Ursula von der Leyan, which resulted in a 15% tariff being placed on EU goods ...

Doctor Momin Hilles on his journey from Gaza to Ireland

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Seán Defoe’s guest can offer a first-hand account of making the precarious journey from Gaza to Ireland to continue his career in medicine, and has...

In Conversation with Rory O’Connell

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As one of nine children, my next guest learned how to cook at his mother’s apron strings and more than forty years ago set up the Ballymaloe Cookery...

Children Not Numbers: Hope Amidst the Crisis in Gaza

02 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Anton Savage Show, Luke O'Neill welcomes Dr. Trish Scanlon, who's back to discuss an urgent cause: Children Not Numbers. This v...

Shedding Light on Dog Fur: Normal or Not with Pete The Vet

02 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Pete the Vet is here with us to discuss all things animal care. If you've ever worried about a lump on your dog's chest or concerned about your pet p...

Unveiling Hope: The Cancer Revolution Exhibition

02 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Orla Dolan, CEO of Breakthrough Cancer Research joins Luke O'Neill to discuss the groundbreaking "Cancer Revolution" exhibition opening at Dublin's St...

Is AI the Future of Music Creation?

02 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Anton Savage Show, Luke O'Neill sits in to explore the intersection of AI and music with music producer and composer, Kormac, w...

Electricity Arrears: What You Need to Know

02 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Personal finance editor at the Irish Independent, Charlie Weston joins Luke O'Neill to discuss the news that over 300,000 Irish households are now in ...

Saturday's Newspaper Panel with Luke O'Neill

02 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Guest host Luke O'Neill is joined by Christina Finn from The Journal and journalist Valerie Cox, for Saturday's newspaper panel.They start by discussi...

Water Supply Alert: Major Pipeline Repairs Underway

02 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Stephen Burke, Regional Operations Senior Manager for Uisce Eireann joins Luke O'Neill to discuss the significant work that must be undertaken on a w...

Scaling New Heights: Ed Jackson's Inspiring Journey

02 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Luke O'Neill is our guest host this week on The Anton Savage show and is joined by Ed Jackson, a former professional rugby player whose life took an u...

Swifter: Fitness Gear for Every Goal

27 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nadia Power, an Olympian and former professional middle-distance runner who represented Ireland in the 800 metres at the Tokyo Games & James Madde...

Best books for the summer months

27 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Summer is the perfect time to escape into a great book, whether you’re lounging by the pool or relaxing on a staycation. Mandy Johnston dives into t...

Kerry v Donegal: All-Ireland football final preview

27 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kerry take on Donegal today in the All-Ireland Men’s Senior Football Final in what promises to be a pulsating game. Joining Mandy Johnston to previe...

EU-US Trade Deal: What does it mean for Ireland?

27 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With Donald Trump and Ursula von der Leyen locked in intense trade negotiations late last night, just how economically damaging would a transatlantic ...

Sunday Newspaper Panel July 27th

27 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Mandy Johnston to go through the main stories from the Sunday papers are Louise O’Reilly, Sinn Fein TD for Dublin Fingal West; Jack Horgan J...

7,000 Steps

26 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

David Nolan, Assistant Professor of Sport & Exercise Science at DCU, explains the science behind daily step counts and why 7,000 may be just as go...

Ask the Expert: Mental Health

26 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Allison Keating, chartered psychologist, author, and member of the Psychological Society of Ireland, answers listener questions about anxiety, burnout...

Ireland’s Infrastructure Issues

26 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ciarán Cuffe, co-chair of the European Green Party, and Damien Owens, Director General of Engineers Ireland, discuss the state of Ireland’s infrast...

Teenage Slang

26 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Stephen Lucek, Assistant Professor of Linguistics at UCD, talks about the latest teenage slang terms, where they come from, and what they might reveal...

InnaLabs Navigation System Launch

26 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Alberto Torasso, VP of Space Programs at InnaLabs, explains the launch of a major new Irish-developed navigation system and what it means for the indu...

What’s Going On?

26 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Journalist, Emmet Ryan, and Bríd Smith, former TD with People Before Profit, join Luke O'Neil for Anton to break down the week’s top stories.From ...

 Bob Dylan's 'Like a Rolling Stone' turns 60

20 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week marks a major milestone in music history - Bob Dylan’s groundbreaking anthem 'Like a Rolling Stone' turns 60. Released on July 20th, 1965,...

Bumper weekend of sporting action: What's on and what to expect

20 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Mandy Johnston to preview the hurling final between Tipperary and Cork this afternoon, and predict the outcome of the 153rd Open is Alan Kelly...

Property tax: Are we getting value for money?

20 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dublin City Council has voted to increase the Local Property Tax for the first time in several years, sparking debate about fairness, affordability, a...

Sunday Newspaper Panel July 20th

20 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Mandy Johnston to run through the main stories from the Sunday papers is Pat Rabbitte, Chairperson of Tusla & former Leader of the Labour ...

In conversation with Barry Devlin of Horslips

19 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The iconic Irish rock band, Horslips, recently released a CD + DVD set containing rare material from the archives of the BBC. Barry Devlin, Horslips b...

Ask the Expert: Dietitian Sarah Keogh

19 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Tom Dunne for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is Dietician & founder of Eatwell, Sarah Keogh

Irish children’s general health with Dr. Brendan O’Shea & Jen Hogan

19 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Brendan O’Shea, Kildare GP, Medical Director at K Doc, and Assistant Professor of Primary Care at Trinity College Dublin & Jen Hogan, Column...

Willa White on overcoming adversity & his upcoming show 'Dead Man Talking'

19 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Comedian Willa White has gone from serving time in prison and fighting drug addiction to selling out the 3 Arena and the Gaiety Theatre. He has a...

The cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert & the ever-changing television landscape

19 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Darren Mooney, author, critic, and all-round expert on film and TV, joins Tom Dunne to dive into the current state of the TV industry and to discuss t...

What's Going On with Lise Hand & Barry Kenny

19 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Tom Dunne to go through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Lise Hand, journalist & Barry Kenny, Head of Corporate Communications...

40 years on from Live Aid

13 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

40 years ago on July 13th, 1985, rock and pop history was made when an estimated global TV audience of 1.9 billion, and a combined total of over 160,0...

Younger people drinking less but smoking more cannabis: What are the health implications?

13 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The CSO’s Irish Health Survey for 2024 has found that 56% of people aged 55-64 drink alcohol at least weekly compared to just 27% of 18–24-year-ol...

Who are the likely candidates in the race for the Áras?

13 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Sean Defoe to discuss the likely candidates for the Irish presidential race, as well as Catherine Connolly publicly declaring that she will ru...

The weekend in sport with OTB's Jonathan Higgins

13 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

OTB's Jonathan Higgins joins Sean Defoe to chat through the weekend's Wimbledon action, the All-Ireland SFC semi-finals, as well as the weekend's rugb...

Sunday Newspaper Panel July 13th

13 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Sean Defoe to go through the main stories from the Sunday papers is Valerie Cox, Journalist and author; Colm O'Gorman, former director of One ...

In conversation with Sinead Moriarity

12 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Author Sinead Moriarty has sold over 900,000 books across the UK and Ireland. Her latest novel, ‘The In-Laws’ is a sharp and relatable tale on de...

Ask The Expert: Cooking

12 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Annas Daly for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is Gerry Devlin, Owner of the Dublin Cookery School, to answer all of your cooking-re...

The importance of reading to your children

12 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A report this week from Children’s Books Ireland has shown that almost a quarter of teenagers don’t read for pleasure, with more than 1 in 5 Irish...

Henry McKean at the Laois Walks Festival 2025

12 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Laois Walks Festival is back after a 5-year absence, and for the month of July, there are 22 walks to choose from. We sent Henry McKean last nigh...

What's Going on with Killian Woods & Michelle Murphy

12 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anna Daly to go through the main stories in the Saturday papers is Killian Woods, Senior Business Reporter with the Business Post & Michel...

Katie Taylor defeats Amanda Serrano in trilogy fight

12 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a majority decision, Katie Taylor has defeated Amanda Serrano in their third, and likely final, bout, thus securing Taylor's legacy as the greatest...

Beat The Lotto

06 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Paddy Kehoe and mathematician Stefan Klincewicz join Anton to tell the true story behind Beat The Lotto, Ross Whitaker’s new documentary about their...

Minister Patrick O'Donovan on his Battle With Epilepsy

06 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Patrick O'Donovan, Minister for Arts, Culture, Communications, Media, and Sport, who recently revealed his epilepsy diagnosis. He t...

Texas Flooding

06 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Terry Sheridan, Director of News at WSHU, joins the show to discuss the catastrophic flash floods in central Texas that have left at least 43 people d...

The Sunday Papers

06 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Frances Fitzgerald, former Tánaiste, and member of the G7 Advisory Council; Peadar Tóibín, Aontú leader and TD for Meath-West; and Gabija Gataveck...

'Gardai Must Investigate St John of God Chief'

06 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The leader of the St John of God Order in Ireland should face criminal investigation for the reckless endangerment of Children according to the former...

Journalist Fergal Keane talks about the Mongol Rally

05 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Mongol Rally is an intercontinental car rally that traverses Europe and Russia.