The Bookshelf with Ryan Tubridy
Episodes
The Bookshelf Live: We're Going on the Road!
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The debut live show sold out, so we’re taking The Bookshelf Live on tour.Join us:Cork Opera House - Thursday 30 Aprilcorkoperahouse.ieLime Tree Thea...
The Bookshelf Live - Live Show Guest Revealed!
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
More great book recommendations, more linguistic pet peeves, bad pints in Oxford, celeb spotting in The Devonshire, and find out who will be our speci...
The Bookshelf Live - 'Bookbot', Nautical Reads, & Live Show Announcement!
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On the menu this week: Ryan's top 3 nautical reads: The Wager by David Grann, Madhouse at the End of the Earth by Julian Sancton, and The Stolen Villa...
The Bookshelf Live - When Books Become Great Films
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Another Lunchtime live and lots more recommendations, including Ryan's book of the week The Director by Daniel Kehlmann, books that became exceptional...
The Bookshelf Live - Books to get you reading again
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Lunchtime live special, Ryan gives his three books guaranteed to reignite your reading pleasure, reviews Hamnet and Pluribus, flexes on...
The Bookshelf Live - Happy New Year!
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan recommends books to look forward to in 2026, and answers all your questions in this live special.Follow the show:Instagram: @bookshelfpodcastTikT...
Laura Dowling
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Laura Dowling is a pharmacist, women’s health advocate, entrepreneur, and the creator of the hugely popular platform The Fabulous Pharmacist. Her ne...
Dr Norah Patten
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Norah Patten is an aeronautical engineer, STEM advocate, author, and future astronaut with Virgin Galactic. Set to become the first Irish person in...
Conor Murray
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Conor Murray is a recently retired international rugby player. For more than a decade, he wore the No.9 jersey for Munster, Ireland, and the British &...
Ryan's Favourite Books of 2025
29 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this live special, Ryan shares his favourite fiction and non-fiction books and authors of 2025.Fiction:The Book of Guilt by Catherine ChidgeyThe na...
Anna Haugh
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anna Haugh is an award-winning chef, restaurateur, author, and television presenter. She’s the founder of Myrtle Restaurant in London, which celebra...
Miriam O’Callaghan
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Miriam O’Callaghan has been a leading voice in Irish broadcasting for over three decades, renowned for her sharp journalism, warmth, and integrity. ...
Jeffrey Archer
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jeffrey Archer is one of the most widely read and enduring storytellers in the world. His novels and short stories have sold over 300 million copies, ...
Alice Leahy
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alice Leahy is co-founder and Director of Services at the Alice Leahy Trust, supporting people who are homeless. A former nurse, writer, and Human Rig...
Hugh Bonneville
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hugh Bonneville is an actor and author, best known to millions worldwide as Lord Grantham in Downton Abbey and Henry Brown in the beloved Paddington f...
Emma Doran
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Emma Doran is a comedian, podcaster, writer, and social media sensation. She’s the author of the critically acclaimed memoir Mad Isn’t It? and she...
Colm Tóibín
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Colm Tóibín is one of Ireland’s most celebrated writers. He’s the author of eleven novels, including Brooklyn, The Master, and The Magician. Kno...
Nicola Tallant
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nicola Tallant is one of Ireland’s most respected crime journalists. Best known for her fearless investigations into organised crime and her hugely ...
Leo Varadkar
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Leo Varadkar served as Taoiseach of Ireland (prime minister) from 2017 to 2020 and again from 2022 to 2024. He was Ireland’s youngest ever Taoiseach...
Season 4 of The Bookshelf Starts Tuesday, 30th September
27 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Tubridy returns with a brand-new season of The Bookshelf. Each week, a brilliant guest shares their story through three meaningful books:the book...
Book Club Live: Andrea Mara
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan chats live with Andrea Mara, author of 'It Should Have Been You' - the unputdownable No.1 bestselling thriller.Brought to you by Eason – Irelan...
Mary McAleese
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mary McAleese is a barrister, academic, author, and former politician who served as the president of Ireland from 1997 to 2011.Season finale.Brought t...
Amy Huberman
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Amy Huberman is an acclaimed actress, bestselling author, and entrepreneur. She created and starred in the hit comedy series ‘Finding Joy’, and is...
Rob Rinder
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rob Rinder is a barrister, broadcaster, and Sunday Times #1 bestselling author. His new novel ‘The Protest’, the third installment in his Ada...
Dr Sumi Dunne
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Sumi Dunne is a general practitioner and clinical lecturer. Born in London, she graduated from the University of Southampton and later completed he...
Book Club Live: Louise Hegarty
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan chats live with Louise Hegarty, a major new voice in Irish fiction, about her debut novel 'Fair Play'.Brought to you by Eason – Ireland’s fav...
David Gray
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
David Gray is a singer-songwriter and musician. His album ‘White Ladder’ is the best-selling album in Ireland of all time. David will be performin...
Donncha O'Callaghan
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Donncha O’Callaghan is a retired international rugby player, broadcaster, author, and UNICEF ambassador. His debut children’s book ‘Disaster Dad...
Roseanna Ruane
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s guest is Roseanna Ruane, mother of Saoírse Ruane, who captured the hearts of Ireland when she appeared with Ryan on the Late Late Toy S...
Eamon Dunphy
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Eamon Dunphy is a journalist, broadcaster, author, sports analyst and former professional footballer.Brought to you by Eason – Ireland’s favo...
Dr Katriona O'Sullivan
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Katriona O’Sullivan is an associate professor, psychologist, and author of ‘Poor’, her award-winning memoir that debuted at #1 on the Ir...
An Taoiseach Micheál Martin TD
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Micheál Martin is a politician who has served as Taoiseach (Irish Prime Minister) since January 2025. He previously held the role from 2020 to 2...
Book Club Live: Joseph O'Connor
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan chats live with award-winning author Joseph O'Connor, one of Ireland’s most celebrated literary voices, about his latest novel 'The Ghosts of R...
Harlan Coben
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Harlan Coben is an award-winning author of 37 bestselling mystery and thriller novels, including 'Fool Me Once', 'The Boy from the Woods', 'Tell No On...
Aimee Connolly
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Aimee Connolly is an entrepreneur, makeup artist, and founder of the award-winning cosmetics brand Sculpted by Aimee. Launched in 2016, her company ha...
Gary Lightbody
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gary Lightbody is best known as the lead singer, guitarist, and songwriter of Snow Patrol. He has penned some of the most iconic songs of the past two...
Season 3 begins on Tuesday!
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan returns for another season filled with brilliant guests, each sharing their story through the prism of three meaningful books: the book from thei...
Book Club Live: 'Nesting' author Roisín O’Donnell
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan chats live with award-winning author Roisín O’Donnell about her debut novel Nesting, the first book chosen for the Book Club. Nesting has rece...
The Book Club is Born!
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan unveils the debut pick for the all-new Bookshelf Book Club!Enjoy 10% off Nesting by Roisín O’Donnell—available both online and in-store. Use...
Instagram Live Special
15 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A live special streamed on Instagram with Ryan answering your questions, revealing news on Season 3, life in London, and his exciting new club you can...
Joanne O’Riordan
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Joanne O’Riordan is a journalist, sports commentator, and activist recognised for advocating disability rights globally. She was born with Tetra-Ame...
Niall Quinn
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Niall Quinn is a former professional footballer, manager, businessman, and TV analyst. A prolific striker, he played for Arsenal, Manchester City, and...
Pat Kenny
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pat Kenny is an Irish broadcaster renowned for his intelligence, wit, and comprehensive interviewing style. His influence on the media landscape is im...
Piers Morgan
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s guest is broadcaster and journalist, Piers Morgan. ** Contains strong language **Brought to you by Eason – Ireland’s favourite ...
Victoria Smurfit
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Victoria Smurfit is an award-winning actor, writer and producer who has won acclaim for her roles in such shows as Once Upon a Time, Trial & Retri...
Colm Meaney
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Colm Meaney is an award-winning actor renowned for his unforgettable roles in The Barrytown Trilogy and as the beloved Miles O'Brien in Star Trek: The...
Kellie Harrington
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kellie Harrington is a double Olympic gold medalist, World and European boxing champion. She is the first Irish female athlete to win gold medals...
Alastair Campbell
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alastair Campbell is a writer, podcaster, and former communications director for UK Prime Minister Tony Blair. Active in British and international pol...
Roz Purcell
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Roz Purcell is an Irish author, broadcaster, entrepreneur, and former model. A keen outdoors enthusiast and the creator of The Hike Life, she is one o...
Paul Giamatti
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Giamatti is an Oscar nominated actor known for his wide-ranging roles in films such as Saving Private Ryan, Cinderella Man, Sideways, and The Hol...
Dawn O'Porter
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dawn O'Porter is a broadcaster, novelist, journalist, and fashion enthusiast known for her witty and candid style. She is the bestselling author of Th...
Brian O'Driscoll
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brian O'Driscoll is an Irish rugby legend and one of the greatest players in the history of the sport. He captained Ireland for nearly a decade, ...
An Taoiseach Simon Harris TD
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The brand-new season starts with An Taoiseach Simon Harris (Prime Minister of Ireland). Age 37, he is the youngest person to hold the office in the hi...
All New Season Two
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Bookshelf with Ryan Tubridy is back! The very first guest of the new season is An Taoiseach Simon Harris (Prime Minister of Ireland). Available to...
Irvine Welsh
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Irvine Welsh is a novelist renowned for his gritty and raw depiction of working-class life in Edinburgh. His first novel ‘Trainspotting’ has sold ...
Laura Whitmore
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Laura Whitmore is a prominent television and radio presenter, writer and actress who gained widespread recognition as the host of Love Island. She’s...
Andrea Corr
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andrea Corr is a musician, songwriter, actress, and author, best known as the lead vocalist of The Corrs. Together with her siblings Sharon, Caroline,...
Anthony Horowitz
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anthony Horowitz is a prolific author and screenwriter, renowned for his bestselling novels including Sherlock Holmes, James Bond and the Hawthorne an...
Noel Fitzpatrick
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professor Noel Fitzpatrick is a world leading veterinary surgeon, television star and author. Beloved by fans of hit tv show 'The Supervet', Noel...
Doireann Garrihy
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week's guest is the hugely popular Doireann Garrihy - broadcaster, content creator and podcast host.New episode every Tuesday. Brought to yo...
Brian Cox
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Cox, legendary actor of stage and screen is this week’s guest on ‘The Bookshelf with Ryan Tubridy’.Winner of a Golden Globe award for his ...
Marian Keyes
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Marian Keyes is one of the most successful Irish novelists of all time and queen of contemporary fiction.Both critically acclaimed and commercially un...
Paul Howard
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Howard is a multi-award-winning journalist, author, playwright and comedy writer. Best known as the creator of the No. 1 bestselling Ross O'Carro...
Vogue Williams
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s guest is the one and only Vogue Williams – presenter, podcaster, DJ and book lover!New episode every Tuesday. Brought to you...
John Boyne
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
John Boyne is one of the most successful and critically acclaimed novelists of his generation. In a career spanning more than 30 years, he has publish...
Cecelia Ahern
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s guest is the multi-award winning author Cecelia Ahern.Since her debut ‘PS I Love You’, Cecelia has written 19 novels and sold 25 mil...
David Walliams
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Award winning comedian, actor, and best-selling author David Walliams is the very first guest on ‘The Bookshelf with Ryan Tubridy’.David’s new b...
Starts Tuesday 16th of April!
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s finally here! ‘The Bookshelf with Ryan Tubridy’ starts Tuesday 16th of April, subscribe now wherever you get your podcasts, and each episod...