Newstalk Weekend

Gráinne Seoige on life after entering politics

26 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Gráinne Seoige caused quite a stir in August when it was announced that she was being lined up by Fianna Fáil to run as their Dáil candidate in Gal...

Gaby Moreno on the 2024 Cork Jazz festival

26 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Known for co-writing the theme for the sitcom Parks and Recreation, Gaby Moreno has appeared on the soundtrack to Puss In Boots: The Last Wish and has...

What's Going on with Catherine Sanz & Louisa Meehan

26 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Louisa Meehan from Woodview HRM & Catherine Sanz, Legal Affairs Correspon...

In conversation with The Devlins

20 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Back in the mid-’90s, The Devlins were one of the biggest names in Irish music with tracks being featured in the likes of Six Feet Under and the Bat...

Dublin airport passenger cap: Are we any closer to a resolution?

20 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ryanair has said that the Dublin Airport cap will cost the airline approximately €50 million next summer and result in 90 job losses. Joining Anton ...

Storm Ashley update: Power outages amid strong winds & high spring tides

20 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Storm Ashley, the first named storm of the season, made landfall this morning bringing with it strong and gusty southerly winds, coupled with high spr...

US presidential election two weeks out

20 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

While Kamala Harris still leads Donald Trump in the race to win the 2024 US presidential election, the contest remains too close to call in the crucia...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel October 20th

20 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Sunday papers is Paul Gallagher, Non-Executive Director of Tourism Ireland and General Manager o...

Exploring strange flavour combinations with Catherine Fulvio

19 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Earlier this month Dua Lipa went viral for posting a video of her adding pickles and jalapeños, plus their juices, to her Diet Coke, garnering her ov...

Ask the Expert: Gardening with Brian Burke

19 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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

Assessing the political landscape before the general election

19 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We still don’t have any real clarity on when the General Election will be called but in anticipation that that announcement will happen sooner rathe...

In conversation with Michelle Wolf

19 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

American comedian and writer, Michelle Wolf has established herself as one of the most influential voices in the comedy landscape across the pond who ...

What's Going on with Killian Woods & Tanya Ward

19 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to run through the main stories form the Saturday papers is Killian Woods, Senior Business Reporter with the Business Post & Tanya W...

What can we expect from Storm Ashley?

19 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Storm Ashley, the first named storm of the season, is set to bring strong and gusty southerly winds, coupled with high spring tides. Joining Anton to ...

In conversation with Sean O'Rourke

13 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton 'In conversation' is veteran RTÉ broadcaster, Sean O'Rourke.

Making 'The Apprentice' with Julianne Forde & Ruth Treacy

13 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Julianne Forde & Ruth Treacy, co-founders and a producers at Tailored Films join Anton to discuss their involvement in the production of the upcom...

Green Party leader, Roderic O'Gorman

13 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Green Party leader, Minister Roderic O'Gorman. Together they discuss his time since being elected Green Party leader, the impact th...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel October 13th

13 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Sunday papers is Miriam Simon, business strategist; Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at the Universi...

TD Brian Stanley resigns from Sinn Féin

13 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss TD Brian Stanley's resignation from Sinn Féin is Newstalk political correspondent, Sean Defoe.

In conversation with Victoria Smurfit

12 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Still known to many as Orla O’Connell from Ballykissangel, Victoria Smurfit has since gone on to feature in 'The Beach', 'Cold Feet', 'Trial & R...

Ask the Expert: Dietitian Sarah Keogh

12 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For this week’s Ask the Expert Anton is joined by Sarah Keogh, Dietician and Founder of Eatwell to answer all of your questions.

Dr.Suzanne Crowe on the IHCA 36th Annual Conference

12 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Irish Hospital Consultants Association’s (IHCA) 36th Annual Conference is taking place today at Mount Juliet Estate in Kilkenny. This year's the...

What's Going On with Brenda Power & Jack Horgan-Jones

12 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the top stories from the Saturday papers is Jack Horgan-Jones, Political Correspondent with The Irish Times & Brenda P...

In conversation with Paul McGrath

12 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Throughout October, special edition Pringles tubes will feature a QR code that will bring users to the Mo Conversations tool which offers advice for p...

Why did Tesla shares drop 9%?

12 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tesla shares fell nearly 9% yesterday - wiping around $60bn from the company’s value - after its 'Cybercab' robotaxi unveiling failed to excite inve...

Scout Willis on Music and Family

06 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Guest host Tom Dunne was joined Scout Willis, daughter of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, to discuss her new single 'Over and Over', her musical journey ...

In conversation with Alan Hughes

06 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Sean Defoe 'In conversation' is Ireland AM Presenter, Alan Hughes.

Gaza & Lebanon: A deepening humanitarian crisis

06 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Sean Defoe to discuss the growing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and Lebanon as well as the role of Irish peacekeeping troops in the region is De...

US Presidential election: One month to go

06 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Brandus, West Wing Reports founder and White House Bureau Chief joins Sean Defoe to reflect on the past few months in what has been a tumultuous ...

Anton's Sunday Newspaper Panel October 6th

06 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Sean Defoe to run through the top stories from the Sunday papers is Aontú leader, Peadar Tóibín; Gabija Gataveckaite, Political Corresponde...

In conversation with Garron Noone

05 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Clare McKenna 'In conversation' this week is comedian and social media star, Garron Noone.

Ask The Expert: Pete The Vet

05 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Clare McKenna for this week's episode of Ask the Expert is Pete the Vet.

What needs to be done to safeguard our kid's safety online?

05 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The dangers our children face in the online world have never been more prevalent between sexual imagery, bullying, predatory behaviours, and toxic tre...

How can we get a better night’s sleep?

05 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Fiona Brennan, Clinical Hypnotherapist and author of ‘Sleep Well: Eight Habits to help you Fall asleep, stay asleep, wake up refreshed’ joins Clar...

What's Going on with Craig Hughes & Valerie Cox

05 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Clare McKenna to run through the Saturday papers' main stories is Craig Hughes, Daily Mail Political Editor & journalist & author, Val...

Do we need more taxis in Ireland?

05 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Taxis for Ireland Coalition met with the National Transport Authority’s Advisory Committee this week calling for a dedicated Government strategy...

Anton On The Road

29 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Seán Defoe is joined by our usual host, Anton from his trip along the infamous Route 66.Anton is travelling the legendary roads, raising funds for Th...

The Sunday Papers

29 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Seán Defoe is joined by John Cunningham, Chair of The SERP Institute, Relationship Director at Morgan McKinley, and chairman-Country Director at Lysi...

Hassan Nasrallah Assassination

29 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The game-changing assassination of Hezbollah leader, Hassan Nasrallah, has left the Middle East in an even wider state of disarray.The assassination a...

In Conversation With Diarmaid Ferriter

29 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Diarmaid Ferriter is one of Ireland’s pre-eminent historians, with a portfolio of work to rival any other in the country.Fresh off the heels of his ...

Are We Looking At A Boomtime Budget?

29 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Seán defoe is joined by Dr. Barra Roantree, Assistant Professor in Economics and Programme Director of the joint ESRI-TCD MSc in Economic Policy at T...

Ask The Expert: Finance

28 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's the weekly Ask The Expert slot!This week, Robert Whelan, Managing Director of Rockwell, joins us to answer all your questions.What should you do ...

What To Expect In The Budget

28 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Dunne is joined by Sinéad Ryan, from the Home Show on NewsTalk, and John Lee, Executive Editor at Daily Mail Group.Will the government be a big s...

Nick Kelly: The Song Cycle

28 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Dunne is joined by Nick Kelly, the former lead singer of The Fat Lady Sings.The two old friends catch up after the Dublin premiere of Nick's new h...

Paula Feaheny, Dog Behaviour Expert

28 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tom Dunne, stepping in for Anton, is joined by Paula Feaheny from White Dog Canine Coaching.After a tough few weeks bonding a new puppy to an older do...

A Look At The Papers

28 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Writer, Barbara Scully, and communications coach, Aisling O'Rourke, join Tom Dunne to discuss the big news in Saturday's papers.A look ahead to a big ...

Maggie Smith Passes Away Aged 89

28 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Maggie Smith, one of the most beloved actors in the world, has passed away aged 89.The legend of stage and screen is one a select few to win the tripl...

Route 66

22 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

45 Irish bikers will ride motorbikes across route 66 to raise funds for Irish children's hospitals.Anton is joined by Jim McCormack, one of the R...

Richard Schiff

22 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s been 25 years since the Aaron Sorkin drama The West Wing hit TV screens.To say the show shaped the future of television would be an understatem...

Sunday Papers

22 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Paul Williams, Crime Journalist with The Irish Independent, Scott Lucas, Professor & Political Analyst at the Clinton Institute...

The Shocking Snag List At The National Children’s Hospital

22 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Fionnán Sheahan from The Irish Independent is with us to discuss the incredible snag list at The National Children’s Hospital.Among many shocking r...

David Coleman

22 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by David Coleman, Clinical Psychologist as he embarks on a nationwide tour of talks.David is speaking at towns across the country with...

In Conversation With Mark O’Rowe

21 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Mark O’Rowe, Irish playwright and screenwriter as he begins showing his first play in six years, ‘Reunion’. You may reme...

Ask The Expert: Medical Advice

21 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Dr. Eleanor Galvin, GP at Family Doctors.ie,  based in Rathfarnham. Eleanor answers listeners questions on all things med...

What's Going On?

21 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Peter Leonard, a barrister specialising in Employment Law and Judicial Review and Mamobo Ogoro, presenter of Unified on NewsTalk to...

Gloria Allred On The Allegations Against Mohamed Al Fayed

21 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mohamed Al Fayed, the former boss of Harrods, has been accused of sexual assault and rape by former employees of his at the department store.Attorney ...

Francis Brennan

21 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Formerly of The Park Hotel in Kenmare, Francis Brennan joins Anton to discuss life after hotel. Francis is on to speak about his new TV show, the...

One Man’s 31st Liffey Swim

21 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by Brian Nolan from Leinster Open Sea, who is competing in his 31st Liffey Swim. The annual Liffey Swim takes place in September ...

Government Drops Plans For Hate Speech Legislation

21 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jack Horgan-Jones, Political Correspondent with The Irish Times, joins Anton to discuss how plans for the new hate speech legislation have been droppe...

In Conversation with Patsy McGarry

15 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Having spent over 25 years as Religious Affairs Correspondent with the Irish Times, there are few people more equipped than Patsy McGarry to comment o...

Botox and Cosmetic Procedures

15 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Depending how you look at it, Botox is a safe and certain way to smooth wrinkles and fine lines, boosting your self-esteem and sense of self-worth. On...

Budget 2025 Latest with Minister Paschal Donohoe

15 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined in studio by Minister for Public Expenditure and TD for Dublin Central, Paschal Donohoe to discuss the upcoming Budget 2025. The Minis...

Anton's Sunday Newspaper Panel

15 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss the main stories in the Sunday papers is Ireland and Britain Editor of The Irish Times, Mark Hennessy, Frances Fitzgerald and...

In conversation with Moya Brennan

14 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined 'In conversation' with folk singer, songwriter, and harpist, Moya Brennan.

Ask the Expert: Parenting with Dr Mary O'Kane

14 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's Ask The Expert is Dr Mary O’Kane, lecturer in Psychology and Early Childhood Education, who is here to answer your par...

Michael O'Leary on the proposed limit on passenger seat capacity at Dublin Airport

14 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Irish Aviation Authority (IAA), has proposed limiting passenger seat capacity at Dublin Airport over next summer because of the passenger cap at t...

Things to consider when renovating your home

14 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Home renovations are challenging and with a dearth of builders, architects and designers out there, planning ahead is crucial in making the whole proc...

What's Going on with Lise Hand & Gina London

14 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to run through the main stories from the Saturday papers is journalist, Lise Hand & Gina London, Leadership communications expert an...

Irish Rail set to alter timetables following commuter disruption

14 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jane Cregan, Deputy Corporate Communication Manager with Irish Rail joins Anton to discuss Irish Rail disruption seen this week and what the future pl...

In Conversation with Neven Maguire

08 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When he’s not jet setting off to Italy, Spain or Portugal, or foraging around the Greenway’s of Ireland, you may just spot a wild Neven Maguire wa...

In Conversation with Simon Raymonde

08 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Simon Raymonde is a musician, producer, and one-third of the seminal band Cocteau Twins. His recently released memoir is titled ‘In One Ear: Cocteau...

Sinn Féin's €39bn housing plan

08 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Earlier this week, Sinn Féin launched its A Home of Your Own paper, a 109-page document that sets out how, if in government, Sinn Féin would deliver...

Anton's Sunday Newspaper panel

08 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss the main stories in the Sunday papers is Former Director of One in Four, Colm O'Gorman, Former Minister for Justice...

In conversation with Marc Almond

07 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton is joined by 80s royalty Marc Almond, formerly of synth-pop/new wave duo Soft Cell, to talk about dealing with fame in his younger years, his la...

Ask The Expert: Pete the Builder

07 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to answer all of your DIY related questions for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is Peter Finn, better known as 'Pete the Build...

How will Simon Harris and Keir Starmer reset Anglo-Irish relations?

07 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will pay a visit to Ireland today following an invitation by Taoiseach Simon Harris issued at their meeting in Che...

What’s Going On with Killian Woods & Alison Comyn

07 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Killian Woods, Senior Business Reporter with the Business Post & Alison C...

Dylan Moran on standup, heckling & the Galway Comedy Festival

07 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Galway Comedy Festival will be taking place between October 22nd and October 28th. Anton is joined by comedian Dylan Moran to talk all things stan...

Keir Starmer in Dublin: What to know

07 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Keir Starmer is set to become the first British Prime Minister to visit the Ireland in five years marking a "new era of cooperation and friendship" be...

How MGM's musical history was almost lost.

01 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This Wednesday the National Concert Hall is hosting a special performance, The Sound of Hollywood, which will see iconic MGM musicals performed in con...

'Consumers Felt Misled' Calls for Investigation into Oasis Ticket Sale

01 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The scramble and mania for Oasis tickets Yesterday has left many fans of the iconic band disappointed and ticketless.. The experience yesterday from m...

CSO Immigration and Emigration figures fleshed out

01 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Earlier in the week the Central Statistics Office (CSO) released figures detailing immigration and emigration in and out of the country.  149,200...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel September 1st

01 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss the main stories in the Sunday papers is Lynn Boylan Sinn Fein MEP for Dublin, Fiona Looney, Columnist with the Irish Daily M...

'Who is forcing anyone to pay 400 euros for a ticket' Former Ticketmaster Vice President on Oasis Ticket Scramble

01 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday the scramble for Oasis tickets got away and immediately the backlash against Ticketmaster from the public was rife. With tens of thousands u...

It's National Cinema Day today!

31 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today marks National Cinema Day, meaning that you can go to the cinema today to watch a film on the big screen for the price of five euros. However, i...

Ask The Expert: Nutrition

31 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton for this week's installment of Ask The Expert is joined by Sarah Keogh, Dietician and founder of Eatwell.

Bertie Ahern on the 30th Anniversary of the IRA Ceasefire

31 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today marks the 30th anniversary of the IRA ceasefire. Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern joined Anton on the show to reflect on that time.

Is Spaghetti Carbonara in a tin a good idea?

31 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Heinz has announced that Spaghetti Carbonara will be launched in stores starting next week. However, can this new product by the brand be as good as a...

What's Going on with Barbara Scully and Jack Horgan-Jones.

31 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Saturday papers are broadcaster and writer Barbara Scully and Jack Horgan-Jones, political repor...

Oasis tickets go on sale!

31 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As thousands wait in Ticketmaster queues in an attempt to buy tickets for Oasis's hugely anticipated reunion concerts next year, Anton was joined by P...

In Conversation with Keith Barry

25 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Anton sits down with 'brainhacker' Keith Barry.

Reviving the DeLorean

25 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anton speaks with Kat DeLorean, who is reviving her father’s dream by launching a sports car. 

Why are Ireland's restaurants closing?

25 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Restaurant Association of Ireland (RAI) have counted 577 restaurant closures between September 2023 and this past July - around two per day. Belov...

Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel August 25th

25 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to discuss the main stories in the Sunday papers is broadcaster Matt Cooper, Zara King, Virgin Media News Correspondent and journalist V...

Ask the Expert: Gardening with Brian Burke

24 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

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

In conversation with pitmaster Evan LeRoy

24 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to chat about his work as a chef and pitmaster is Evan LeRoy, co-owner of LeRoy and Lewis Barbecue in Austin, Texas.

Aer Lingus College Football Classic comes to Dublin

24 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Aer Lingus College Football Classic will be taking place at the Aviva Stadium later on today. John Antony, co-founder of the Aer Lingus College Fo...

Reflecting on the Democratic National Convention

24 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Democrats Abroad Ireland has set an ambitious goal of registering 10,000 voters for the upcoming US Presidential election. Patti Schnably Shields, Cha...

Should we keep our windows closed to keep spiders out?

24 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Broadcaster, author, and wildlife expert Eanna Ni Lamhna joins Anton to chat about what we can do to keep spiders out of the house as the weather...

What's Going on with John Lee & Michelle Murphy

24 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Michelle Murphy, Research and Policy Analyst at Social Justice Ireland & ...