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What's Going on with Barry Kenny & Brenda Power
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Munster senior camogie final between Cork and Waterford has been cancelled amid the ongoing controversy around the wearing of skorts. Joining Anto...
Does removing the triple-lock undermine Ireland's tradition of neutrality?
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A group of cross Oireachtas politicians is demonstrating at 2pm in Dublin today against what they believe are government efforts to undermine Irelands...
The Irishman designing the homes for Hollywood's mega-rich
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Paul McClean is a Dublin-born, Los Angeles-based architect who designs and builds some of the most incredible mansions for Hollywood's elite. Paul joi...
Skorts controversy: What is the issue & why are players protesting?
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday, Kilkenny and Dublin faced off in the Leinster senior camogie semi-final; however, before the match could get going, both teams initially ca...
Ireland's Tax Mirage: Just how vulnerable is Ireland?
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
$967 billion of intangible assets have been held in Ireland by multinational corporations as part of sophisticated tax avoidance schemes, a Business P...
Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel May 4th
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to run through the main stories from the Sunday papers is Lynn Boylan, MEP; John Cunningham, Relationship Director at Morgan McKinley; K...
Are data centres preventing new houses from connecting to the electricity grid?
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The ESB has flagged with the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) that the volume of electricity demand from data centres is jeopardising th...
In conversation with Gearoid Farrelly
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anton is joined by one of Ireland’s finest comedians and host of the Agony Rants Podcast, Gearoid Farrelly.
Ask The Expert: Dr Eleanor Galvin
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anton is joined by Dr. Eleanor Galvin to answer listeners' questions on all things medical.
Former Canadian Prime MinisterJean Chrétien
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dublin will be awash with former heads of state and government officials when the InterAction Council holds its 39th Annual Plenary Meeting here next ...
Reform UK surges & the Conservative party collapses in UK local elections
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday’s UK Local Elections saw significant gains for Reform UK and a move away from the traditional Labour/Conservative duopoly in British polit...
Wild Dublin: Exploring Nature in the City with Éanna Ní Lamhna
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Éanna Ní Lamhna, Biologist, Environmentalist, Broadcaster and Author, joins Anton to chat about the updated version of 2008’s 'Wild Dublin: Explor...
What's Going On with Emmet Ryan & Tabitha Monahan
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Tabitha Monahan, Political Reporter with the Irish Independent and Indo Daily...
Water restrictions set to come into effect
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Water restrictions, including hosepipe bans, are being introduced in some areas due to historically low water supply levels and drought conditions. Ma...
In conversation with Dominic West
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Actor Dominic West joins Anton to reflect on his career, as well as chat about his love of Ireland and his home in Glin Castle.Dominic and his wife C...
What goes on inside the Papal conclave?
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The conclave that will elect a new pope is expected to start some time between May 6 and May 11, but what’s involved exactly? Dr Miles Pattenden is ...
What can be done to address the issue of hospital cancellations?
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As the State makes efforts to cut waiting lists in hospitals across the country, Anton is joined by Aontú leader, Peadar Tóibín, to discuss the iss...
Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel April 27th
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to run through the main stories from the Sunday papers is Michael Kelly, Director of Public Affairs for the papal charity 'Aid to the Ch...
Academics cancel US travel over fears of harassment
26 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Academics are cancelling planned conferences and seminars in the US because of the risk of harassment and interrogation by immigration officials. ...
Julie Jay
26 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anton caught up with comedian Julie Jay about life on and off the stage.
Ask The Expert: Pete the Builder
26 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton this morning to answer your questions is Peter Finn, better known as Pete The Builder from “Let’s Talk Homes dot com.” &nb...
The Pope's Funeral
26 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Barry Whyte spoke to Anton live from Vatican City
Danish Parenting
26 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to parenting, a lot of it is simply learned on the fly, but there is a method that may help us better navigate the traps and pitfalls of...
What’s Going On
26 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anton was joined by Gina London, Communications specialist, Former CNN Correspondent and Sunday Independent Columnist and Jack H...
In Conversation with George Hamilton
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
George Hamilton, iconic sports broadcaster, joins The Anton Savage Show to reflect on his career, his legendary commentary moments, and the beautiful ...
Airbnb in The Spotlight
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cynthia Ní Mhurchú, Ireland South MEP for Fianna Fáil and Member of European Transport and Tourism Committee, joins The Anton Savage Show to talk A...
Trump's USA
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Brandus of West Wing Reports joins The Anton Savage Show to unpack the latest in American politics as President Trump maintains unrest at home an...
Sunday Paper Panel
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Valerie Cox, journalist and author; Matt Cooper, broadcaster; and Frances Fitzgerald, former Minister and MEP, join The Anton Savage Show to review th...
Ukraine Update
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
John Sweeney, former BBC investigative journalist and author of ‘Killer In The Kremlin’, joins The Anton Savage Show for a view on Ukraine, with a...
In Conversation With Ben Proudfoot
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Proudfoot, Oscar-winning documentary filmmaker, joins The Anton Savage Show to talk storytelling, short films, and his latest work on the story of...
Pete The Vet
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pete Wedderburn, aka Pete the Vet, joins The Anton Savage Show to answer listener questions on pet health, behaviour, and those classic Easter dangers...
Eddie Wilson on the Dublin Airport Passenger Cap
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Eddie Wilson, Chief Executive of Ryanair, joins The Anton Savage Show to break down the row over the Dublin Airport passenger cap and explain why Ryan...
The Best Flicks to Watch This Easter
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
John Fardy, host of Newstalk’s ScreenTime, joins The Anton Savage Show with his picks for the best family films to stream or catch on TV over the Ea...
What's Going On?
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brenda Power, columnist with the Sunday Times and the Irish Daily Mail, and Paul Gallagher, CEO of the Irish Hotels Federation, join Anton for this we...
Irish Road Users Feel More Unsafe Today Than a Decade Ago
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Conor Faughnan, Transport Commentator & consultant to the RIAC, joins The Anton Savage Show as 51 per cent of Irish road users feel less safe than...
'How to Cook Well in Morocco' with Rory O'Connell
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a new seven-part series, Rory O’Connell explores the cultural sights and sounds of Morocco, from the bustling city of Tangier to the heights of ...
Global death rates from coronary artery disease on the rise - what can be done?
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Mater Private Network hosted its annual Dublin Heart Summit at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) yesterday, welcoming over 700 cardi...
How should Ireland approach negotiating with the United States?
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As the global economy continues to come to terms with the unprecedented moves made by the Trump administration on April 2nd, his subsequent climb-down...
Conor McGregor planning to introduce new evidence in civil rape case
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Sunday Independent is reporting this morning that Conor McGregor is trying to introduce new evidence that alleges another man assaulted Nikita Han...
Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel April 13th
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to run through the main stories from the Sunday papers is Mark Hennessy, Ireland and Britain Editor with The Irish Times; Joan Burton, F...
US/China trade war: What do the latest exemptions mean?
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday, the Trump administration announced it would exempt the likes of smartphones, computers, and other electronic devices from much of the recen...
Ian Dempsey on Gift Grub turning 25
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrating 25 years of Gift Grub, Ian Dempsey joins Anton to talk about the enduring popularity of Ireland's most iconic radio shows.
Ask the Expert: Dietitian Sarah Keogh
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is Dietician & founder of Eatwell, Sarah Keogh.
Bertie Ahern on Trump’s tariffs u-turn & the political fallout
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The EU is breathing a sigh of relief after Donald Trump u-turned by introducing a 90-day pause on his sweeping tariffs plan, which at least for now, t...
Fighting exercise & fitness myths
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There is a lot of information online about fitness, and not all of it is correct. Joining Anton to debunk a few of the more prevalent fitness myths is...
What’s Going On with Lise Hand & Jim Power
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Saturday papers is journalist, Lise Hand & Jim Power, economist.
Comedian Alice Fraser on cancelling her planned trip to the US
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian Alice Fraser has cancelled her trip to the United States after being told that she ran the risk of being stopped at border control due to her...
In Conversation With David Dimbleby
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Broadcasting legend David Dimbleby talks about life behind the mic and reflects on major moments in media.Get all the great conversation here.
What’s It Like To Be A Food Critic?
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Award-winning food writer and Irish Times Restaurant Critic, Corinna Hardgrave, shares the secrets of dining out professionally and the pressure of wr...
“Trumponomics” And The US Reaction
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Former Bank of Ireland Chief Economist Chris Johns and West Wing Reports founder and White House Bureau Chief Paul Brandus unpack the state of the US ...
Ireland Thinks Poll
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Cunningham, MD and Founder of Ireland Thinks, joins Anton to go through the latest Ireland Thinks poll.From the next presidential election, to T...
Sunday Newspaper Panel
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Limerick Mayor, John Moran, Irish Times Consumer Affairs Correspondent, Conor Pope, and Former Labour Minister, Joan Burton join Anton to discuss the ...
Ask The Expert: Gardening
05 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton this morning to talk gardening was Woodie's DIY and Garden Expert and RTÉ Super Garden Judge Brian Burke.
In Conversation with Jarlath Regan
05 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton in conversation was Jarlath Regan.
Good Trouble: A 12-hour Sit in for Liberty
05 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton this morning was Patti Shields, Chair Democrats Abroad Ireland.
What’s Going On with Gabija Gataveckaite and Paul Hayes
05 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to recap the biggest stories of the week was Gabija Gataveckaite, Political correspondent with the Irish Independent and Paul Hayes...
Trump’s Tariffs: Political & Economic Fallout
05 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton this morning to react to Trump's tariffs was Neale Richmond, Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora. TD for Dublin...
World Record Sailor Pam Lee
05 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton this morning was Pamela Lee, Irish Professional Offshore Sailor & World Record Holder.
Wish Day 2025
30 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Susan McQuaid O'Dwyer, CEO of Make A Wish joins Anton ahead of Wish Day, Friday April 4th, on how we can help raise vital funds for critically il...
Myanmar and Thailand Earthquake Latest
30 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tommy Walker, Journalist in Bangkok Thailand, speaks with Anton on the devastation experienced by residents of Myanmar and Thailand following Friday's...
In Conversation with Chris Kent
30 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anton chats to the hilarious stand-up comedian Chris Kent on readying himself to take his new show 'Offline' on the road...
Dublin City Half Marathon
30 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anton catches up with Jenny Johnston on completing the first-ever Dublin half city marathon
Health Unions Suspend 'Work-To-Rule' following talks
30 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anton hears from Emmett Malone, Work Correspondent with The Irish Times and Tony O'Brien, former Director General for the HSE and Sunday Independent c...
Anton's Sunday Newspaper Panel
30 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to discuss the week's biggest news stories is our newspaper panel of Barbara Scully, Author and Broadcaster, Michelle Murphy, Social Jus...
In Conversation With Sonya Lennon
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The presenter and Work Equal founder talks career, equality, and more with Anton Savage.Get all this brilliant conversation here.
Ask The Expert: Divorce And Family Law
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Keith Walsh, Family Law Solicitor, answers your legal questions with Anton.Get all your queries answered here.
Tariffs, Pharma & Ireland’s Economic Outlook
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Emma Howard, Economics Lecturer at TU Dublin, Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinity College Dublin, John Fitzgerald, and CEO of Nutriband, Gare...
Are We A Nation Of Non-Complainers?
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Financial Expert and co-host of The Complaints Bureau, Eoin McGee, chats with Anton about why the Irish don’t speak up and what that means for consu...
What’s Going On Panel
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Doyle, Executive Editor with the Irish Independent and Valerie Cox, Author and journalist, break down the week’s top stories with Anton Savage...
Tourism Crisis Point Looming
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Travel and Aviation Journalist with TravelExtra.ie, Eoghan Corry, joins The Anton Savage Show to discuss the challenges facing Irish tourism and what ...
In conversation with Chris Hadfield
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anton is joined by retired astronaut, Chris Hadfield to talk about his experiences in space, the ongoing diplomatic & trade dispute between Canada...
Why is WWE making such a resurgence?
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian, podcaster, and wrestling fan extraordinaire, Al Foran, joins Anton in studio to chat about the appeal of WWE as Dublin prepares to host its ...
John Moran on his plans for Limerick city & county
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland’s first directly elected mayor, John Moran, has announced a €10.5 million plan to transform the city and county. Key proposals include mod...
Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel March 23rd
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to go through the Sunday papers is Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government at Dublin City University: Cia...
Should we be using Shannon Airport more strategically?
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kenny Jacobs, CEO of the DAA joins Anton to discuss the idea that Ireland is over-reliant on Dublin Airport and more investment is needed in Shannon.
Gerry Hussey-I Am. I Can. I Will.
22 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How often do we hold ourselves back with negative self-talk or limiting beliefs? What if you could break through those barriers and unlock your true p...
Ask The Expert: GP
22 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s ask the expert was GP, Eleanor Galvin
George Foreman Remembered
22 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Roddy Collins, Former Football Manager & Gavan Casey, Sports Journalist with the 42 joined Anton to talk through the life and legacy of George For...
What’s going on with Ciara Doherty & Killian Woods
22 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton this morning to recap the papers is Broadcaster Ciara Doherty & Killian Woods, Senior Business Reporter at Business Post
The Passing of George Foreman
22 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Boxing has lost one of its greatest icons. George Foreman, a two-time world heavyweight champion, Olympic gold medalist, and a man whose influence rea...
What's happening this St Patrick’s Day Weekend?
16 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What's happening this St Patrick’s Day Weekend? Joining Anton to answer that was:James Geoghegan, Fine Gael TD for Dublin Bay SouthRay O’Donoghue,...
Sean Defoe recaps the political week in Washington
16 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton from Washington to recap Ireland's political week in Washington was Seán Defoe, Bauer Media political correspondent.
How did Ireland's six nation campaign go wrong?
16 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton this morning with a postmortem of Ireland's six nation campaign was Adrian Barry, Managing Editor with Off the Ball.
Should private fee-paying schools receive state funding?
16 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This morning Anton was joined by Darren O’Rourke TD, Sinn Fein spokesperson on education and youth on whether private fee-paying schools should rece...
Anton's Sunday Newspaper Panel March 16th
16 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton this morning to look at the morning's papers was: Joan Mulvihill, Digitization Lead at SiemensAilbhe Smith, Activist and campaigner...
In Conversation with Jack Woolley
15 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For this week's in conversation Anton was joined by Jack Woolley, DWTS finalist and Irish Double Olympian
Is Trumponomics Delivering? The First 75 Days
15 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is Trumponomics Delivering? Joining Anton to answer that was David McWilliams, economist, writer and host of the ‘The David McWilliams Podcast’.
Ask The Expert: Skincare
15 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week's ask the expert was Eavanna Breen, Skincare Expert.
Is Ireland an Unfriendly Place for Dog-Owners?
15 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to answer the question 'Is Ireland an Unfriendly Place for Dog-Owners?' was Michael Moynihan, Irish Examiner Columnist and Emily Brew, P...
What's going on with Craig Hughes and Brenda Power
15 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton this morning to recap the papers was Craig Hughes, Political Editor of the Irish Daily Mail and Brenda Power, Columnist with The Irish D...
Keir Starmer hosts meeting of 25 leaders to discuss peacekeeping in Ukraine
15 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This morning Keir Starmer hosted a virtual meeting of 25 leaders to discuss peacekeeping in Ukraine with Starmer expected to demand "concrete commitme...
In conversation with Killian Sundermann
09 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to talk about his first solo national tour, his hatred of Black Forest Gateau, and more is comedian, Killian Sundermann.
Cancer treatment & research progress with Prof Luke O'Neill
09 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Irish Cancer Society launched its first national cancer strategy in 1996 and while massive strides have been made in terms of improved outcomes an...
Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel March 9th
09 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Sunday papers is Philip Ryan, Head of Content with The Sunday Times Ireland; Gina London, Leader...
Could it be 2030 before the Dublin Airport cap is raised to 40 million?
09 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kenny Jacobs, Head of the DAA has said that it could be 2030 before the Dublin Airport cap is raised to 40 million. Kenny joins Anton to discuss the i...
A Brief History of the End of the F*cking World
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
At a time when existential dread feels more justified than ever, it’s easy to fall into the mindset that this time the end is nigh but if history te...
Ask the Expert: Dietitian Sarah Keogh
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is Dietician & founder of Eatwell, Sarah Keogh.
Michael McGrath on protecting democracy, European rearmament & fighting disinformation online
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Michael McGrath, Commissioner for Democracy, Justice, the Rule of Law, and Consumer Protection, joins Anton to explore the breadth of his brief - that...
Do we need to go back to the roots of International Women's Day?
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today is International Women’s Day, but do companies simply use it to make it appear like they are at the forefront of the push for gender equality...
What's Going on with Jack Horgan-Jones & Aisling O’Rourke
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Aisling O’Rourke, podcaster and media lecturer & Jack Horgan-Jones, Pol...