Newstalk Weekend

Ask the expert: Dr. Eleanor Galvin   answers your medical questions

05 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Eleanor Galvin joins Anton to   answer your medical questions in our Ask The Expert segment

The art of manifestation with Gabby Bernstein

05 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gabby Bernstein is a world-renowned spiritual leader and best-selling self-help author and is bringing her manifestation masterclass to Dublin

Adam Bolton reflects on Keir Starmer's first year in office

05 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sky News journalist and broadcaster, Adam Bolton, joins Anton to give his verdict on UK Prime Minister, Keir Starmer's first twelve months in office.

Anton's Saturday news panel live from Carton House

05 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

To discuss the week's biggest news stories, Anton is joined by Senator Aubrey McCarthy and Emer O'Higgins TD

Annabel Dimmock reigning champion of the KPMG Women's Irish Open

05 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Annabel Dimmock reflects on last year's win and why she won't be on the card at this year's KPMG Women's Irish Open

Oasis kick off their reunion tour

05 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

16 years after their last gig together - brothers Noel and Liam have put their differences aside and are embarking on a world tour. Presenter with Bea...

In Conversation: Bryan Dobson

29 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Broadcasting legend. Bryan Dobson joins The Anton Savage Show to reflect on his decades at RTÉ, his approach to news, the state of journalism in Irel...

Trump Effect on Irish Whiskey

29 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Trump Effect is continuing to have an impact, recently hitting some of Ireland’s most high-profile whiskey distilleries who have halted producti...

Roderic O’Gorman on Pride in Budapest

29 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Green Party leader Roderic O’Gorman joins The Anton Savage Show to discuss his reaction to the banned Pride parade in Hungary.Roderic was in Budapes...

Social Homes Delayed

29 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Almost 3 thousand social homes across the country will be delayed in their roll out, due to value for money concerns.Social Democrats TD for Dublin No...

The Sunday Papers

29 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Larry Donnelly, lecturer at the University of Galway, Kate O’Connell, former Fine Gael TD, and Gavin Duffy, businessman and former presidential cand...

Kneecap at Glastonbury

29 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kneecap took the West Holts stage by storm on Saturday, but if you were watching the BBC; you might not have seen it.One man who was in attendance was...

In conversation with former Maryland Governor, Martin O’Malley

28 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With the United States heading into another pivotal election cycle and political divisions running deep, Anton is joined by Martin O'Malley, former Go...

Ask the Expert: Gardening with Brian Burke

28 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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

Changing trends in tobacco-related cancers

28 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

According to a report published earlier this week by the National Cancer Registry Ireland (NCRI), almost ten people every day in Ireland are being dia...

Charley Boorman on ‘The Nod’ & 'The Long Way Home'

28 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Charley Boorman is someone who’s no stranger to adventure, whether it’s riding motorbikes across continents or diving into bold new projects. Perh...

What's Going On with Mark Hennessey & Aisling O’Rourke

28 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Aisling O’Rourke, podcaster and communications coach & Mark Hennessey, ...

Dublin Pride Parade: What's on & what to expect

28 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Dublin Pride parade is taking place later on today, which is likely to see up to 100,000 people lining the streets. Joining Anton to chat about wh...

Lonely Planet co-founder Tony Wheeler

22 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tony Wheeler, co-founder of Lonely Planet, is one of the most influential figures in modern travel, with his work inspiring generations of travellers ...

Zoe Jordan on the legacy of her late father, Eddie Jordan

22 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Eddie Jordan Foundation launched earlier this year in memory of the late, renowned motorsport entrepreneur, former Formula 1 team boss, and cele...

US reaction to Donald Trump's bombing of Iranian nuclear sites

22 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to get further reaction on the US entering the conflict between Israel-Iran is Paul Brandus, West Wing Reports founder and White House B...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel June 22nd

22 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main stories in the Sunday papers is Former Justice Minister, Alan Shatter; Lynn Boylan, Sinn Fein MEP for Dublin; and...

Israel-Iran war: US strikes Iranian nuclear sites

22 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

U.S. forces have struck three Iranian nuclear sites at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. The bombing triggered Iranian missile retaliation toward Israel an...

Taking your EV on a summer road trip with Henry McKean

21 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We asked Henry McKean to crisscross the highways and byways, meeting people along the way and asking them about their childhood summer roadtrips, comp...

Gearoid Farrelly on touring, vegan oysters & his new tatoo

21 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gearoid Farrelly joins Anton to chat about his new Dancing with the Stars-inspired tattoo, touring, whether oysters are vegan, and more.Also, to wrap ...

Ask the Expert: Dietitian Sarah Keogh

21 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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

Self-Catering Rentals, RPZs and The Hotel & Hospitality Sector

21 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ireland’s tourism, hotel, and accommodation sector is a cornerstone of the national economy, supporting thousands of jobs and welcoming millions of ...

DAA issued with enforcement notice by Fingal County Council

21 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Dublin Airport Authority has been issued with an enforcement notice by Fingal County Council for breaching the passenger cap. Kenny Jacobs, Chief ...

Louth and Carlingford's vibrant culinary & hiking scene

21 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to talk about the vibrant culinary and outdoor scene in and around the Carlingford area is Conor Halpenny, Head Chef and co-owner of Squ...

What's Going On with David Lynch & Paula Butterly

21 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Paula Butterly, FG TD for Louth & David Lynch, Former editor of the Dunda...

Newstalk Summer Tour: Welcome to Carlingford!

21 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Jonathan Moneley, General Manager at Carlingford Marina, to talk about the marina & Cathal Nolan, Founder of Ireland's Weather ...

In conversation with Teena Gates

15 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by broadcast journalist with the Bauer Group, Teena Gates, to discuss her weight-loss journey, her experience with Ozempic, her love o...

Sandwiches of history with Barry W. Enderwick

15 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Barry W. Enderwick has made it his mission to take the source material for dozens of sandwiches throughout history and to painstakingly recreate them....

"We need to encourage that reconciliation process where we understand each other's culture"

15 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There have been several consecutive nights of violence and disorder on the streets of Northern Ireland, with Ballymena at the centre of the unrest fol...

Israel-Iran conflict: What's the latest?

15 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Reports overnight of escalations in the conflict between Iran and Israel. The Iranians are saying “Tehran is ablaze”, and there are reports of dea...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel June 15th

15 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to run through the main stories from the Sunday papers is John Lee, Executive Editor of the Daily Mail Group Ireland; Joan Mulvihill, Di...

Irish social media regulators under pressure from the White House

15 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this morning's Sunday Times, it was reported that the White House is warning Irish regulators that if they censor social media platforms of speech ...

In conversation with Paul Howard

14 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Howard has been taking part in this year’s Dalkey Book Festival, running until tomorrow - he joins Anton to chat about the festival, his love o...

Ask the Expert: Finance

14 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Robert Whelan from Rockwell Financial joins Anton to answer all of your finance-related questions for this week's episode of Ask the Expert.

Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill on Children’s Health Ireland(CHI)

14 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill joins Anton to discuss the report on waiting list irregularities and a toxic work culture by Children’s He...

Taste of Dublin 2025 with Lilly Higgins

14 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

One of Ireland’s longest-running food festivals, Taste of Dublin, is back again for another year, and one of the people who will be cooking up a sto...

What's Going On with Joan Burton & Jack Horgan-Jones

14 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to run through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Jack Horgan-Jones, Political Correspondent with The Irish Times & Former...

L.A. curfew remains in place as further protests expected

14 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday, the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals paused a court order that would have required President Trump to return control of thousands of Calif...

Israel & Iran exchange salvos as all-out war looms large

14 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gregg Carlstrom, Middle East Correspondent for The Economist, joins Anton to discuss the latest developments in the Middle East as Iran returns fire f...

In conversation with Duran Duran's Roger Taylor

08 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Synthpop band Duran Duran, best known for their iconic 1980s music and image, are coming to Malahide Castle in Dublin on June 30th and Virgin Media Pa...

Irish Baby Names:What They Mean & How to Pronounce Them

08 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined in studio by Féilim O’Connor & Morgan Buckley to talk about the book they have co-authored with Gavin Drea called Irish Baby Na...

Violence erupts amid Trump's immigration crackdown

08 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

President Trump has authorised the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles, amid ongoing protests in response to an immigration crack...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel June 8th

08 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Sunday papers is Former Leader of the Labour Party, Pat Rabbitte; John Cunningham, Relationship ...

Ten cattle killed in lightning strike in Co.Cavan

08 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ten cattle were killed after the tree they were sheltering under was struck by lightning in Butlersbridge in Co. Cavan yesterday. Brendan Smith, Fiann...

Bobby Healy of Manna Aero on expanding drone deliveries in Ireland

07 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Drone delivery company, Manna Aero, this week signed contracts for one million daily delivery flights with three of the world’s biggest food deliver...

Ask The Expert: Pete the Vet

07 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to answer all of your veterinary questions for this week's Ask the Expert is Pete the Vet.

Recreation in Nature: The benefits of getting outside

07 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the CSO released information from its Recreation in Nature series, looking at the activities we got up to in the great outdoors last summer...

Trump, Musk & the 'Big Beautiful Bill' falling out

07 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a falling out that was as caustic as it was inevitable, the world’s most powerful man and the world’s richest man traded some very public barbs...

Henry McKean on 'Ferris Bueller’s Day Off' turning 40

07 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

40 years ago on June 5th, 1985, the Chicago Cubs hosted the Atlanta Braves at Wrigley Field in the smash hit 1980s movie 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off'. ...

What’s Going On with Brenda Power & Dan O'Brien

07 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Dan O’Brien, Chief Economist at the Institute of International and Europea...

Why have ASTI members rejected Leaving Cert reform proposals?

07 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The prospect of industrial action in the autumn in second-level schools has been raised following the ASTI voting to reject a package of supports aime...

Eoin Ó Broin on homelessness & housing

01 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Eoin Ó Broin, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Mid-West & party spokesperson for Housing, to discuss the number of people in emergency...

In conversation with Mariella Frostrup

01 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton in conversation this week is journalist, broadcaster, author, and campaigner Mariella Frostrup.

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel June 1st

01 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Sunday papers is Valerie Cox, journalist & author; Colm O’Gorman, Human Rights Campaigner;...

Cheesemaker at Bord Bia Bloom festival

01 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Grainne Whalley from Traditional Cheese Company & Aisling Flanagan from Velvet Cloud, who are currently camped out in the Phoenix Park for this ye...

High Court proceedings reignited over nighttime flights at Dublin Airport

01 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Just weeks before a planning decision is expected from An Bord Pleanála over the future of nighttime flights at Dublin Airport, Fingal County Council...

In conversation with Frances Black

31 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined in conversation with Independent Senator Frances Black. Together they discuss the Occupied Territories Bill, her possible tilt at the ...

Ask the Expert: Parenting with Jessica Alexander

31 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to answer all of your parenting questions for this week's Ask the Expert is Jessica Alexander, author of ‘The Danish Way Every Day: A ...

Minister Patrick O'Donovan on Arts Council & RTÉ spending

31 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Patrick O'Donovan, Minister for Arts, Culture, Communications, Media, and Sport, joins Anton to discuss the €6.7m spent by the Arts Council on its a...

Are disaster movies backed up by good science?

31 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr Michelle McKeown, Lecturer in Environmental Geography & Principal Investigator at the Environmental Research Institute at UCC joins Anton to ex...

What's Going on with Hazel Chu & Gerard Howlin

31 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main stories in the Saturday papers is Gerald Howlin, Public Affairs consultant and Irish Times columnist & Hazel ...

What were the key factors that led to Richard Satchwell being found guilty?

31 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Richard Satchwell has been found guilty of the murder of Tina Satchwell. The body of the 46-year-old was discovered under the stairs of the home they ...

Former 2FM Presenter Nikki Hayes on her path to rehabilitation.

25 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Nikki Hayes was a familiar voice on the airwaves in the late 2010s. Presenting and DJing on 2FM and SPIN 1038. But after losing jobs and facing person...

Sunday Newspaper Panel

25 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Emmet Oliver, lecturer in the business school at Trinty College Dublin, Noirin O’Sullivan, former Garda Commissioner  Peadar Toibin, Leader of ...

What is Project 2025 and how is it shaping the Trump administration's policy?

25 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Project: how project 2025 is reshaping america describes how the trump administration is heavily influenced by a 1,000-page document called projec...

The Enhancement Games, the Olympic-style sporting event where athletes can use performance-enhancing drugs

25 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A controversial new Olympics-style sporting event where athletes will be permitted – and even encouraged – to use performance-enhancing drugs is s...

Dublin Airport has its busiest day on record

25 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Over 126,000 passengers are expected to go through Dublin Airport Today a record number for the airport. Joining Anton to discuss the record, what’s...

The growing tension between Washington, Brussels & Big Tech

24 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Meta has warned that it will take a €200m European Commission fine for breaching digital market rules to the White House, highlighting the growing t...

2200 families contacted by Children’s Health Ireland in wake of hip dysplasia surgery audit.

24 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

60% of operations were unnecessary at one hospital, 79% were unnecessary procedures at another. those were two of the most damning statistics outlined...

How to craft the perfect office

24 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Now, earlier this week, we heard the news that Independent Ireland TD Kenneth O’Flynn asked Oireachtas management for a La-Z-Boy recliner to be supp...

In Conversation with Gavin Friday

24 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gavin Friday, singer, songwriter, and musician, joins The Anton Savage Show to discuss his first new solo album in 13 years and the work-life balance...

Dozens of first-time buyers queue overnight to secure one of almost 40 new properties going on sale in Dublin.

24 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Over sixty people, including families with young children, queued in the rain overnight at the Seven Mills housing development between Clondalkin and ...

What’s Going On Panel ?

24 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John Ihle, Deputy Business Editor at the Sunday Times Ireland  and Sinead O’Carroll, Editor of the.Journal.ie  join The Anton Savage Show ...

Ask the Expert: Dietician

24 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For this week’s Ask the Expert Anton was joined by Sarah Keogh, Dietician and Founder of Eatwell, to discuss Coeliac Awareness Month and your nutrit...

In Conversation with Colin Butfield

18 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Colin Butfield, co-founder of Open Planet Studios and a longtime collaborator of Sir David Attenborough, joins The Anton Savage Show to discuss climat...

Marriage Equality 10 Years On

18 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Former Tánaiste, Joan Burton, joins The Anton Savage Show to reflect on the anniversary of the 2015 Marriage Equality referendum and what the result ...

US Update: A shipping disaster and Tariffs hit Walmart

18 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Brandus of West Wing Reports joins The Anton Savage Show with the latest from the United States, including protests on the Brooklyn Bridge, Trump...

Sunday Newspaper Panel

18 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Professor John Crown, consultant medical oncologist; Ursula Savage, political commentator; and Philip Ryan, Head of Content at The Sunday Times Irelan...

Michael Gaine Investigation

18 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jerry O’Sullivan joins The Anton Savage Show with the latest on the investigation into the disappearance of Michael Gaine, the missing Kerryman, aft...

In Conversation With Alexander McCall Smith

17 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Author of the No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series, Sir Alexander McCall Smith joins The Anton Savage Show to talk about writing, storytelling, and...

Ask the Expert: BBQ

17 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John Relihan, Ireland’s master of fire cooking and co-founder of Pitt Bros BBQ, joins The Anton Savage Show with his top tips for grilling this summ...

All-Irish Female Team Wins Big at Robotics World Championships

17 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Five teenage girls won big at the VEX Robotics World Championships in Dallas Texas. The all-female team from Sacred Heart Secondary School in Tullamor...

Mike Ryan’s WHO Departure

17 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Professor Tony Holohan, director of the WHO collaborating centre on one health at University College Dublin sits down with Anton to reflect on the car...

Children Need to Be Taught 'Grit'

17 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Psychotherapist and author Richard Hogan joins Anton to discuss a statement from the UK’s Education Secretary on how children need to start building...

Camogie Skort Scandal Rolls On

17 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Camogie skort scandal that has seen so many protests across games over the past month continues.Most recently, AIB has come out in support of play...

What’s Going On?

17 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Hayes, CEO of Beachhut PR, and journalist Lise Hand join The Anton Savage Show for this week’s panel, discussing everything from politics and p...

John Boyne on his latest book 'Air'

11 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John Boyne's quartet of interlinked novels, titled "The Elements", consists of 'Water', 'Earth', 'Fire', and 'Air'. The quartet explores the themes of...

'Meditations for Mortals' with Oliver Burkeman

11 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to life and the amount of it we actually have to spend on Earth, it can be hard to figure out how best to utilise the time we have and t...

Gary Gannon on drug use, stimatisation & decriminalisation

11 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Over the next 9 months, the Oireachtas Committee on Drugs Use, chaired by Gary Gannon, will meet as it finishes its final report into the Citizens’ ...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel May 11th

11 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Sunday papers is Green Party leader, Roderic O’Gorman; Journalist & Broadcaster, Claire Br...

"It's a complete lack of respect and regard for the players"

11 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Following yesterday's Munster senior camogie final between Cork and Waterford being postponed amid the ongoing skorts controversy, Waterford Camogie p...

Labour MEP Aodhán Ó’Ríordáin on Darkness Into Light & dealing with bereavement and loss

10 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This weekend will see Darkness Into Light take place. The annual dawn walk brings thousands of people together in communities across Ireland and beyon...

In conversation with Anna Haugh

10 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We all know about the iconic cuisines of the world from Italian to French, but do we underappreciate irish food? A new show airing on BBC called 'Anna...

Ask the Expert: Gardening with Brian Burke

10 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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

Fitness trainer to the stars, DB DONAMATRIX

10 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wellfest will take place in IMMA at the Royal Hospital in Kilmainham this weekend and will see movement, mindfulness, fitness, and food take centre st...