Mark is perhaps one of the best placed people to discuss the picturesque Castletownshend. His family have lived in the West Cork village since the 1600s.

Since 2018 Sanctuary Runners has over 12,000 people attending their events. CEO Graham Clifford and asylum seeker Patience join Brendan in studio.

Brendan spoke about the power of saying hello to your neighbour and how it can improve your day. Charlie McGettigan got in touch to share his song which shares the very same sentiment.

Emma Dennis on life as a carer, Eoghan Connaughton’s Gaelic Woodland Project is a charity initiative which is restoring our Irish woodlands, the ACORNS programme supports rural women in business, performance coach Andy Ramage on supporting alcohol-free living and the Sanctuary runners goes from strength to strength in the community.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Brendan's attention.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Brendan's attention.

Conor Spacey has written "Wasted” an unofficial guide to controlling kitchen waste.

Andy Ramage is a performance coach and the the co-founder of the Dryy App which is an alcohol-free community for people looking to take a break from alcohol.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Brendan's attention.

Tennis player Stuart Haxell will represent Ireland at the Blind Sports World Games in the UK on Monday. The Irish blind and visually impaired tennis team are sponsored by Progressive Vision and Thea pharma, along with GoFundme support.

Caroline Reid and Joan McCann discuss the ACORNS programme. The initiative supports women living in rural Ireland, who want to start a new business or have recently started a venture.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Brendan's attention.

Siobhan De Paor is one of the founders of Wild Irish Retreats, an initiative to help people connect with their heritage in a natural setting.

Eoghan Connaughton is the founder of the Gaelic Woodland Project. The project is reviving Irish woodlands by removing invasive plant species, fundraising to buy land and planting.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Brendan's attention.

Emma Dennis worked as a carer after leaving school and is now the general manager of Bluebird Care. She recently went on a ‘Virtual Dementia Bus’to experience firsthand what it might be like to have dementia.

Sharon Huggard is a woman on a mission and that mission is for people, mostly women to make themselves seen in photos. The “#get in the picture” campaign will run on national Photography Day, August 19th.

Sinead Crowther is the CEO of Soothing Solutions, her idea became successful product, Noel O'Regan on his debut novel 'Though the Bodies Fall', Dr Mark Rowe chats about forest bathing and enjoying the simple things in life, Irish tenor Emmet Cahill has already topped the US billboard charts and will play the National Concert Hall in September.

Brendan played Whitney Houston's ‘I Get So Emotional’ on Wednesday's show. This set Denise Mullins on a trip down memory lane and back a time when she was a student at Brendan's aerobic classes.

Emmet Cahill is one of Ireland's most exciting young tenors. His album topped the US billboard charts. The Mullingar man's upcoming show, 'The Sound of Rodgers & Hammerstein' is on at the National Concert Hall on September 6th.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Brendan's attention.

Brussels based photographer, Barbara Iweins, took the step of photographing every item she owns. All 12,795 of them.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Brendan's attention.

Dr Mark Rowe chats about forest therapy and enjoying the simple things in life. The annual Restival Festival takes place in Mount Congreve Gardens August 19-20th.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Brendan's attention.

Hugh Tinney is a concert pianist. His mother Sheila Power was a world renowned Mathematical Physicist. Oppenheimer invited her to be a fellow at Princeton in 1948. She created the first mathematical course in Quantum Phyiscs in UCD.

Noel O'Regan's debut novel is set in the West of Ireland. 'Though the Bodies Fall' follows Micheál Burns who lives alone in his family’s bungalow at the end of Kerry Head.

Sinead Crowther is the CEO and co-founder of Soothing Solutions. Her idea became a product which was snapped up not just here but across the water.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Brendan's attention.

Lorna Anne Tierney decided to take action and make a difference. The Earthy Market is Ireland's first All-Ireland Resource Hub for Conscious Consumerism & Beyond. Further details theearthymarketplace.com/

C.J. MacCarthy's humorous book The Devil Wears Farah, Zoe Mulvey on overcoming health challenges to pursue her passion in life, The Valley of the Squinting Windows comes to the Gaiety Theatre in November, the bestselling author Catherine Ryan Howard on her new book The Trap and Baz Black's debut feature film, Dublin Crust.

Baz Black has written, directed and acted in a number of his own short films. His debut feature Dublin Crust hits the cinemas on September 1st.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Catherine Ryan Howard is the international bestselling author of '56 Days' and 'The Nothing Man'. 'The Trap' is a disturbing psychological thriller focusing on a series of unsolved disappearances in 1990s Ireland.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

‘The Valley of the Squinting Windows’ is an adaptation of Brinsley MacNamara's book that was banned in 1918. Director Michael Scott and Mary Wheldon, the daughter-in-law of MacNamara join Oliver in studio. The play comes to the Gaiety Theatre from November 7-11th.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Rachel Ní Bhraonáin is the Dance Artist in Residence at Garter Lane Arts Centre in Waterford. Her new show Mosh has humour, heart and a whole lot of headbanging. Mosh will be at Dublin Fringe Festival, September 13-17th in Project Arts Centre.

Mother and daughter, Emma and Zoe Mulvey join Oliver in studio. Zoe was born with hydrocephalus and had to overcome many health challenges throughout her life. However, that hasn't stopped her from pursuing her current passion, powerboating.

The new book of C.J. MacCarthy, The Devil Wears Farah, is a humorous look back at Ireland in the 1970s. C.J. sets the story in his native Limerick, and reflects on growing up, his parents' heroic generation, and how non-geographic Irish childhood was.

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Crowley's Music Centre is a Cork institution. Sheena Crowley re-launched her late grandfather's beloved shop yesterday a century on from first opening its doors.

Comedian Emma Doran hits the road again with her tour Mad, isn’t it?, Sinéad Kennedy turned her life around after a life-changing moment, Joe Falvey knew Sinéad O'Connor before she became an international superstar, he joined us after the sad news of her passing made world headlines and Cork institution Crowley's Music centre reopens.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Joe Falvey knew Sinéad O'Connor before she became an international star. She credited her former teacher with making a difference in her life. He organized her first demo recording.

Musician Paddy Cullivan fondly remembers working with Sinéad O'Connor many times.

The sad news yesterday evening that Sinéad O'Connor has passed away. Her former teacher, Joe Falvey and musician Paddy Cullivan share fond memories of the singer.

Sinéad Kennedy had a life changing moment in her early thirties. "Life is a Cycle" focuses on turning her life around and finding adventures along the way.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Mad, Isn’t It? is comedian Emma Doran's latest show delving into the craziness of motherhood and her route into the comedy world. emmadorancomedy.com

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

With all the talk of AI recently Declan Foster addresses the concerns and fears surrounding the rise of technology. Humology: How to put humans back at the heart of technology is co-authored by Joanne Griffin and Declan Foster.

Having watched the must-see movies of the summer, Ciara King reviews Greta Gerwig's Barbie and Chistopher Nolan's Oppenheimer.

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Montana's big blue skies and wide open plains were the inspiration for Raymond Moan's once in a lifetime adventure. Inspired by Kevin Costner's hit show Yellowstone he set off to experience ranch living for himself.

Caitlin Moran asks “What About Men?”, artist Jennifer Humphreys and author Christine Foley show the power of creativity to breakdown stereotypes, Sarah Gilmartin's novel 'Service' is set in a high-end restaurant, the peak season of Irish Agricultural Shows is here and, Ciara King reviews the must-see movies of the summer Barbie and Oppenheimer.

The peak season of Irish Agricultural Shows has arrived with 1.4 million visitors expected this summer. Ray Brady the President of the Irish Shows Association talks to Oliver about the uniqueness of each show. See Irishshows.org/

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Author Sarah Gilmartin spoke about her new novel "Service" on yesterday's show. Annette Sweeney, a senior lecturer at TU Dublin's Tallaght Campus chats to Oliver about one initiative creating a positive change in kitchen culture.

Proud Dundalk man Martin McElligott is at the forefront of rebranding the town. As town centre commercial manager he chats to Oliver about the value adding initiatives that keep local businesses thriving.

Sarah Gilmartin's second novel "Service" is set in a high-end Dublin restaurant during the boom years. From the adrenaline filled rush of service to the culture behind the scenes. It explores the abuse of power and the resulting fallout.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Artist Jennifer Humphreys and author Christine Foley are a great example of the power of creativity to overcome obstacles and breakdown stereotypes. Further information, connectionsartscentre.ie

Caitlin Moran struck a chord with listeners yesterday discussing her book, "What About Men?". Caroline is a principal and Mary a teacher. Both got in touch with the show to to share their perspective of what teenage boys are talking about in the classroom.

"What About Men?" is Caitlin Moran's latest book. The bestselling author is synonymous with writing about women. Now she focuses on men and why we need to talk about the perceived crisis in masculinity.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Patricia Forde is the award-winning author behind 20 children's books. She also plays an important role as Laureate na nÓg celebrating children’s literature. The Girl who Fell to Earth is out now.

Irish actor Fiona Glascott chats about The Martini Shot at the Galway Film Fleadh, Emily Kenway shares her experience of becoming her late mother’s carer, Spike Island will be revived in book form next year by the islands former CEO, John Crotty and Laureate na nÓg Patricia Forde celebrates children’s literature.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention

Patrick's background in chemistry and marketing proved to be a happy marriage with his latest invention. Inspired by his son's friends dilemma of removing fake tan from bed linen led to the creation of "Tan off".

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention

Spike Island off the coast of Cobh is a tourist attraction these days. Former CEO John Crotty talks to Oliver about its rich and fascinating history, as a fortress and prison.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Emily Kenway became her late mother's primary carer at the age of 31. She writes about her experience and that of others like her in a book called "Who Cares: the hidden crisis of caregiving and how we solve it".

Mother and daughter, Deirdre Clogher and Rebecca Connell chat to Oliver about their new art exhibition. Kindred runs at the Atrium in Mullingar until July 20th featuring the work of Deirdre and her daughters Rebecca, Rachel and Sarah.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Search and rescue diver Conall Ó Domhnaill chats to Oliver about Mealladh na Mara which explores the relationship that three very different people have had with the sea. On RTÉ One at 7pm tonight.

Fiona Glascott is the star of Brookyln, the general Potterverse and now The Martini Shot. The drama premieres at the Galway Film Fleadh on Thursday and follows an ailing movie director.

New York Times bestselling author Evan Thomas' book "Road to Surrender" focuses on the lesser-known characters behind the atomic bombs dropped on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in the final weeks of World War II.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Susan Wood is a photographer who has been working with some of the most famous faces of the late 20th century (from John Lennon to Louis Armstrong). She spoke to Oliver about exhibition of her work called 'Wind Up' running in the City Assembly House on Dublin’s South William Street. (Photo credit/all images copyright Susan Wood).

Austin Kenny, archivist and creator of 'Tape Me Away from Home' documentary, joins Oliver in studio to chat about his tape collection and hopes of making a full documentary about the tapes of Ireland. If you have tapes or audio to add to Austin's documentary, you can email him on [email protected].

This week Oliver spoke to Oein DeBhairduin - Writer and Traveller Cultural Expert, Jack Moore - Hoarding Specialist, Dr. Tadgh MacIntyre - Sports & Exercise Psychologist, Colin Walsh - Debut Author of 'Kala', and Austin Kelly - Archivist and Author of 'Tape Me Away from Home' documentary.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Colin Walsh, debut author, joins Oliver to talk about his novel Kala, a coming-of-age murder story and a cross between literary fiction and a thriller.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Dr. Tadgh MacIntyre, Sports & Exercise Psychologist, explains when and why exercise becomes an obsession, and offers advice. Barry shares his story with running.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Oliver spoke to Leslie Shoemaker, Counselling Psychologist at TU Dublin, who explains the complexity of hoarding and animal hoarding from a psychological perspective.

Jack Moore, Hoarding Specialist and Founder of Respect My Stuff, tells us how he helps people who had developed a hoarding problem and how to differentiate hoarding and cluttering.

Oein DeBhairduin, Writer, Activist, and Traveller Cultural Collections Development Officer at Collins Barracks, National Museum of Ireland, spoke to Oliver about his brand-new children's book "The Slug and the Snail", the meaning of storytelling in the travelling tradition, and the Traveller Pride Week.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

All the best interviews from this week in one place.

Harry Havelin, Freddie Snowe & Roddy Doyle joined Oliver to discuss their new book 'Strange Types & Odd Sorts: A Peek Into the World of Printing in Ireland' published by Fighting Worlds and National Print Museum.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Oliver spoke to Elizabeth McGuinness about her decision to revive The Fiddler of Oriel Festival in Monaghan, garden party at Áras an Uachtárain, and her love for Monaghan.

Catherine McCormack, Assistant Co-Ordinator and Mentor of Living Histories within Dublinia, joins Oliver to chat about her job at Dublinia, the museum experience, and what Dublin was like during the Viking era.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Brian Merriman, founder of International Dublin Gay Theatre Festival, and Sam Byrne, Pastoral Minister, join Oliver to discuss the event "Service of Belonging" that took place as a part of Pride 2023 where a member of the gay community was invited to address the audience and express his views of the church.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Elaine Reynolds, Executive Officer with the Trinity Access Programme, joins Oliver to chat about her work life, the Access Programme, and recently received Honorary Master's at Trinity College Dublin.

Oliver talks to Rosemary Murphy, a mother of 12, about her drive, determination and dream to get into medical school.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Stephanie Rousseau, Dog Trainer who specializes in the facilitation of dogs in the workplace, joins Oliver for a chat about International Bring Your Dog to Work Day.

All the best interviews from this week in one place.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Siobhan Lawless spoke to Oliver about her passion for baking, the day that turned her life upside down and how she worked her way to recover and rebuild her now successful baking business.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Brenda & Colm Meaney spoke to Ryan about their careers on stage, coming home, and their upcoming major new revival of Enda Walsh's 'Bedbound' produced by Landmark Production and Galway International Arts Festival.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Joe Kennedy III spoke to Ryan about becoming the United States Special Envoy to Northern Ireland for Economic Affairs during challenging political times, the Kennedy family's special connection to Ireland, and following his family's footsteps in politics.

Aneta Stepien joins Ryan to chat about taking the beginners course of Irish – New to Irish – with Gael Linn school. (Photo credit: Mark Condren)

Martin McDonagh, Foróige Leader, joins Ryan to give us an insight into his life and chat about working with young people.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Niall Boland joins Ryan to have a chat about fishing at the West Coast.

Professor Michael Kerin, Director of Cancer Centre in Saolta and Professor of Surgery at University of Galway, joins Ryan to talk about his life and work in the west of Ireland.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

All the best interview from this week in one place.

Killian Donnelly gave us an insight in his life in musical theatre from roles as Phantom of the Opera to Billy Elliot ahead of his upcoming appearance in Fun Home at The Gate Theatre.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

James Comey spoke to Ryan about his path from the world of law enforcement as a New York State Attorney & Director of the FBI to writing crime fiction in his new novel "Central Park West"

Revisit Ryan's interview with Christy as they spoke in his home about Aslan, life, love and death. (Originally broadcast April 19th 2023)

Finbar Furey shares some of his memories of Christy upon his passing.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Singer Lorraine O'Reilly tells Ryan how she came to find herself playing the Sydney Opera House with none other than Russell Crowe.

Brendan Maher and Pauline Cullen are parents to Ruairi & Fiach and joined Ryan to tell us about them.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Lewis Boyle, youngest ever elected political representative in Northern Ireland chats to Ryan about his A-level exams while running as a local councillor in Ballyclare Co. Antrim.

Tom Lowry, Principal of Moate Community School, joined Ryan to chat about the Leaving Cert.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Simon told Ryan of his path from studying computer science to working behind and on front of the camera on some of the best-known TV shows we all know and love.

This week Ryan went behind the scenes of First Dates Ireland with Producers, Karla Zambra & Clare Ridge, David Grann spoke about his new book 'The Wager', Ryan got a snippet of new play ‘The Asylum Workshop’ from Evie O'Brien & Kevin Maher, Aoibhin Sheils told us about the LCA programme and Simon Atkins joined Ryan for a chat

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Having been inspired by the move of their University campus to the site of the old mental hospital in Grangegorman, Drama students & actors Evie O’Brien and Kevin Maher joined forces with playwright Colin Murphy to bring the archives of the hospital to life in their new play ‘The Asylum Workshop’

Aoibhin Sheils is a past student of Our Lady's College Greenhills in Drogheda who got in touch to tell Ryan about the alternative route she took in finishing school.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Best selling author of 'Killers of the Flower Moon', David Grann, joined Ryan to chat about his new book 'The Wager'

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Ryan was joined in studio for a behind the scenes view of how First Dates Ireland works with two of its ‘matchmakers’. Producers Karla Zambra and Clare Ridge

This week Oliver was joined by Aidan Larkin on the impact of the Ballyseedy Massacre, Georgina Miller told us of the inspiration behind her play 'Freefallin', Notre Dame College Football team's Nana Osafo Mensah came into studio, Rising star Niamh Moriarty spoke of her roll in Sharon Horgan's new show and Tommy Tiernan dropped in for a chat.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Tommy Tiernan is live in studio for the craic with Oliver

Clodagh Doyle - Keeper, Irish Folklife Collection

Niamh Moriarty, Starring opposite Sharon Horgan and Michael Sheen in BBC’s ‘Best Interests’ coming this summer

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Nana Osafo-Mensah is a defensive lineman with Notre Dame. The Aer Lingus College Football Classic is already sold-out at Aviva Stadium for their game against rivals Navy on August 26th.

The first international chess tournament held in Ireland takes place next year as University of Limerick will host the European School Chess Championships. Desmond Beatty is the Chairperson of the Irish Chess Union.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Georgina Miller's play is inspired by her own dream trip around the world which ended in a tsunami of disasters rescued only by a last minute miracle. FreeFalling at the LimeThreeTheatre.ie and CorkMidSummer.com

Tráma Teaghlaigh revisits the impact of some of the most violent events in the Irish Civil War. Aidan Larkin joins Oliver Callan in studio. The three part series airs from Wednesday at 9.30pm on TG4.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Lesley, Frances and Grainne joined Ryan for a chance to win a €100 worth of Just Eat vouchers in time for the weekend.

Ryan chats to dancer & choreographer Michael Keegan Dolan on his new dance show 'Mám', which is coming to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in Dublin and then heading to the Venice Dance Bienealle.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Ryan chats to Professor Orla Muldoon, Founding Professor of Psychology at the University of Limerick, to discuss the effects of trauma & growth.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Ryan chats to Professor Jennifer Schweppe & Professor Amanda Haynes, Co-Directors of the European Centre for the Study of Hate.

Ryan talks to Author & Lecturer Donal Ryan about his journey into lecturing at the University of Limerick, his career as an author and the recent passing of his mother.

"Slant" is the debut novel from Katherine O' Donnell who is a Professor of History of ideas in UCD's School of Philosophy.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Dr Jackie Uí Chionna is a writer and social historian. While researching her first book, she accidentally uncovered a letter, revealing the Irish woman who helped end two world wars. Queen of Codes: The Secret Life of Emily Anderson is out now.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Artist Bernadette Wall's latest project was inspired by her very special friendship with Clive Coady. The image here is one of many Bernadette's drawings of Clive which will feature on a billboard in Dalkey village from May 26- June 5th. The project was supported by the Irish Hospice Foundation.

This week Ryan was joined by author Jo Spain, Steo Wall talks about about a dark moment in his past that changed his life forever, Virtue Shine on creating a sustainable fashion brand, The Rest is History, Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook on their podcast and artist Bernadette Wall's latest project.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook's podcast The Rest is History takes inspiration from the political issues of the day to historical "what-ifs" and beyond.

Folklorist Michael Fortune chats to Ryan about a new study which found that the most Irish people living outside of Ireland live in Newfoundland, hence the Newfoundland "Irish" accent.

Virtue Shine is the owner of sustainable slow-fashion brand Emerald & Wax. She also has a shop in Barna Ro & Vee, with her best friend.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Ryan talks to Steo Wall about a dark moment in his past that changed his life forever.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Jo Spain is an author and screenwriter. Don't Look Back is her latest crime novel set on the Carribean island of Sainte-Thérèse.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Kevin McNicholas has taught music for 50 years. Ryan and Kevin have a session in studio as Ryan plays the guitar that Ed Sheeran recently gifted him. See Guitarmadeeasy.ie

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

The Good Mothers is a dark and gritty look at the lives of the mafia, volunteering as a way battle loneliness, how to shoot films on your phone ahead of the Smartphone Film Festival, Naomi Dunleavy opens up about losing her young son Aaron and organ donation, and Ryan learns a tune or two on Ed Sheeran's guitar.

Naomi Dunleavy talks to Ryan about losing her young son Aaron. Organ Donor Awareness Week takes place May 20-27. Naomi will be speaking at the launch next Tuesday.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Dublin Smartphone Film Festival is on June 3rd. Rob Fitzhugh is the founder of Film Smart Productions. For further details dublinsmartphonefilmfestival.com/

Sisters Sadhbh and Aisling Wood were inspired to set up an eco-friendly company. Bean Around transforms coffee grinds into sustainable skincare products.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Brendan's attention.

Emma O'Grady is a writer and actor. Emma's play Dogs Know How To Love is about pet grief. See further information at aras-eanna.ie/events/

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Over the last couple of days we have had a lot of contact about loneliness. Shannette Budhai is the co-ordinator and a manager at the Roscommon Volunteer Centre.

The Good Mothers is a dark and gritty look at the lives of the mafia and the women who live under it. Journalist Alex Perry brings us right into the heart of the Calabrian Mafia. The series of the same name also airs on Disney.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

This is a compilation of our best interviews from the last four days... all in one place Earlier this week Ryan spoke to Bee O’Grady a palliative care nurse. He spoke to Declan Lawn one of the co-creators of BBC drama Blue lights. He was also joined by Imogen Cotter pro cyclist and I spoke Deepti Kapoor author of Age of Vice.

Author of 'Age Of Vice' Deepti Kapoor joined Ryan in studio to discuss her book and her first visit to Ireland as part of Maynooth University's Festival of Arts and Minds

The story's and news that caught Ryan's attention.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Imogen Cotter is a pro-cyclist. She had a close brush with death last year. Undeterred she came back stronger than ever.

Ryan asks how loneliness and isolation affects people. The US surgeon general's report on the rise of loneliness says that it needs to be treated with the same urgency as other serious conditions linking it to increased heart attacks, depression, diabetes, crime and premature death.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Declan Lawn is the co-creator of the BBC drama series Blue Lights. It follows three probationary PSNI officers in Belfast.

A number of years ago, an Irish nurse was headhunted to look after one of the most talked about sick children in the world. Bee O'Grady became the palliative nurse to Lorenzo Odone.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Star of Women Talking Jessie Buckley, conductor David Brophy's latest collaboration Sing a Song of Docklands, See Her Elected is an initiative encouraging women to take part in local government, Posh Mackers tells the story of an unpredictable childhood, There’s Something I Have to Tell You, Michelle McDonagh’s page-turner set in rural Ireland.

Jessie Buckley is the star of Women Talking. Next Saturday sees a special screening of the film with Jessie at the Stella cinema in aid of the Matt Talbot Community Trust. See mtct.ie/donate-now/

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Michelle McDonagh is a journalist and writer. There’s Something I Have To Tell You is her debut novel, a thriller set in rural Ireland.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Posh Mackers tells the story of an unpredictable childhood and the challenges of living with a parent with OCD. Conor Magahy's book is available in Connolly Books. connollybooks.org

See Her Elected with programme manager Dr Michelle Maher and student Monica Murphy. Tomorrow sees the launch of Introduction to Local Government for Women classes. More information about classes on seeherelected.ie

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Conductor David Brophy's latest collaboration with Dublin City Council and Sing Ireland sees him bringing communities from both sides of the Liffey together. Sing a Song of Docklands is at the Bord Gais Energy Theatre on May 21st.

Paramedic and firefighter Peter Hunt features in a new Irish language documentary series 999 Faoi Oiliúint, RTE 1 tonight at 8pm, which follows the lives of those training for the front line.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Rising Irish star Niamh Algar plays the lead in a new five part medical thriller. Malpractice airs from Sunday on ITV1.

This week Ryan spoke to beloved Aslan frontman Christy Dignam, Tommy Dunne on his fascinating career as a weapons master, Cecelia Ahern chats about her latest novel, A Thousand Different Ways, movement coach Polly Bennett on transforming Austin Butler to Elvis and, Niamh Algar on her lead role in the medical drama Malpractice.

Movement Coach Polly Bennett is synonymous with transforming Hollywood actors for their on screen roles. Austin Butler as Elvis, Rami Malek as Freddie Mercury along with the cast of The Crown to name just a few.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Ahead of the launch of her 19th book 'A Thousand Different Ways', Cecelia Ahern talks to Ryan about writing through the pandemic and her new side career as a forklift driver!

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

As Northern Ireland looks toward the future, Ryan speaks to Tara Grace Connolly, a youth activist who has served as Ireland's UN Youth Delegate and Chairperson of the Northern Ireland Youth Forum amongst a myriad of distinctions.

Ryan speaks to a man who has worked on Saving Private Ryan, Braveheart, Game of Thrones and so much more. Meet Weapons Master Tommy Dunne!

Ryan visits Christy in his house to talk about Aslan, life, love and death as the popular singer enters palliative care.

Sasha Hamrogue is the writer and founder of Mama’s Working 9-5 (And Beyond!)

This week Ryan spoke to Damien Quinn the inspirational man behind Speire Nua, Mikie O'Loughlin discusses getting a hair transplant, Charleen Hurtubise on her debut novel The Polite Act of Drowning and writer Sasha Hamrogue the founder of Mama’s Working 9-5 (And Beyond!).

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Charleen Hurtubise is a teacher and writer who turned trauma into a powerful and evocative book set in the Michigan Lakes. The Polite Act of Drowning is her debut novel.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Mikie O'Loughlin is the Showbiz Editor for RSVP Magazine . He noticed hair loss in his early twenties and recently decided to have a hair transplant.

After a 13-year battle with his sentence, Damien Quinn founded Spéire Nua with hopes of making reentry to society easier for those coming after him.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Geraldine Herbert is the motoring editor for the Irish Independent. The recent news that the EU are banning sales of CO2 emitting cars in 12 years in favour of more environmentally friendly options is a game changer for some car lovers.

On this week's show Oliver Callan was joined by Anne Tiernan, author of The Last Days of Joy, bush survival expert Tom Bán, comedian Martin Angolo, Dundalk man Paddy Malone on the One Armed Wonder: The Extraordinary Story of Jimmy Hasty and motoring editor Geraldine Herbert.

Walking the Camino is a popular holiday experience for many. Deirdre McGlone talks to Oliver about bringing the joys of the Camino to Donegal. Further information at Donegalcamino.ie

Aoife Ní Chathasaigh is the nursing director at Mac Bride community nursing unit in Westport. A Fistful of Memories is a cookbook reflecting the emotion and history of the resident's recipes.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

One Armed Wonder tells the incredible story of Jimmy Hasty. Paddy Malone talks about the impressive footballer. The documentary is available on uefa.tv

Anne McReynolds is the chief executive of Belfast's Metropolitan Arts Centre. She gives the inside track on what the city has to offer.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

Irish comedy is at an all-time high. The Alter Ego Comedy Club in Sea Church Ballycotton is back. Martin Angolo will be part of the lineup on April 20th.

Fionn Kidney is the co-founder of Common Knowledge. If you, or someone you know, has a craft or skill to share you can get in touch by email [email protected] or 083 1500 535.

Tom Bán is a bushcraft survival expert. Bush Kids airs at 8.55am this week and next week on RTE 2.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.

The Last Days of Joy is the debut novel from Anne Tiernan. She wrote the book as a way of processing her mother's death.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Brendan's attention.

Norma Sheahan's one-woman show Shirley Valentine comes to the Pavilion Theatre on April 8th and she's currently on tour with John B Keane's Matchmaker.

If you are in the countryside this weekend, keep an eye for small areas of trees. It might be a remnant of ancient Irish woodland. Ray Ó Foghlú discusses micro forests and the benefits of increasing them.

Ryan spoke to Russell Crowe about his latest film The Pope's Exorcist, David Baddiel on Holocaust Awareness week in Ireland, courageous conversations encouraging people to talk about their funeral plans, Michelin starred chef JP McMahon and Norma Sheahan with her one-woman show Shirley Valentine and John B Keane’s Matchmaker.

Joe Gavin talks to Brendan about the family business, Frank Gavin Photography, celebrating its 70th birthday this year.

JP McMahon is at the forefront of a new Irish food movement. His Michelin starred restaurant Aniar is in Galway. An Alphabet of Aniar is his second book which is out now.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Brendan's attention.

By the age of 22 Ross Larkin had a full-time football contract at the biggest club in Belfast when he was derailed by something he could never have foreseen.

Mary Cuniffe of funeral directors Massey Brothers in Templeogue talks to Brendan about encouraging people to talk about what their plans and wishes are for their funerals.

Metaverse Fashion week launched yesterday. Ais McDonnell is the host of the Tech Powered Luxury podcast and director of Global Digital Media for PUIG.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Brendan's attention.

Alan Amsby pays tribute to his friend Paul O' Grady. The sad news today that the TV star and comedian Paul O'Grady has died.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Gary Brennan got in touch when he heard Ryan mention short nosed dogs. Del Boy is his loyal bulldog with a loud snore whether he is awake or asleep.

Russell Crowe talks to Ryan about his new film The Pope's Exorcist and his upcoming film Nuremberg where he will play Hermann Göring.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Comedian and writer David Baddiel will take part in an event hosted by Holocaust Awareness Ireland tomorrow entitled Jews Don't Count. It is the title of his book and Channel Four documentary. Further details holocaustawarenessireland.com/ourevents

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Olivia Fahy is the editor of Geek Ireland.

Dancing with the Stars champions Carl Mullan and Emily Barker, Kyrie Therapeutic Farm, John McKeon remembers his beloved son Kieran, the global bestselling author Harlan Coben, Gary Elbert on living life with a facial difference and Geek Ireland editor, Olivia Fahy.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Gary was born with a cleft lip and palate. He struggled quietly with challenges throughout his youth. However, something changed and he decided to speak out in order to help others.

I Will Find You is Harlan Coben's latest thriller. The bestselling author has sold over 80 million books globally.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

John McKeon's son Kieran took his own life ten years ago. John has since devoted his time to looking for answers and help for other people who are in the same situation. Further information kyriefarm.ie/

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Carl Mullan and his professional partner Emily Barker were crowned Dancing with the Stars champions last night. Ryan is joined in studio by the winners and finalists Brooke Scullion, Robert Rowinski, Damian McGinty and Kylee Vincent.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Dublin Narcos features members of Ireland’s first undercover drug squad including former Garda Commissioner, Nóirín O'Sullivan. The sky documentary charts the growth of Dublin’s illegal drug trade from the introduction of heroin in the late 1970s up to the 1990s when cocaine and ecstasy flooded the market.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

The Edge talks to Ryan ahead of U2's latest album, Songs of Surrender, and Bono & The Edge: A Sort of Homecoming, With Dave Letterman special on Disney+, both out this Friday.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Ryan's attention.

The stories and headlines that grabbed Oliver's attention.