Podcasts by The Ryan Tubridy Show
Highlights from the daily radio show with Ryan Tubridy including big interviews, the daily news round-up and the 'Best of the Week Podcast' every Friday. Listen live Monday to Friday at 9am on RTÉ Radio 1.
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News Roundup from 2022-04-15T12:00
The stories and headlines of the day that grabbed Oliver's Attention.
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TikTok Teacher from 2022-04-15T12:00
Teacher Tadgh O'Donovan joins Oliver to discuss how he has used TikTok to teach.
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Juliette Duff from 2022-03-07T03:56:44.745016
Junior doctor and kidney transplant recipient Juliette Duff joined Ryan to share her inspirational story. If you'd like to become an organ donor, FREE text DONOR to 50050 or request one by logging ...
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Andie McCaffery Byrne from 2022-03-07T03:56:44.737558
Actor and writer joined Ryan to talk about her first short film Sparkle, and her fascinating life before her breakthrough in Love/Hate.
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Maurice Barron from 2022-03-07T03:56:44.689567
An Irishman in New York, Maurice Barron tells the remarkable story of his infant daughter, Ava, who is in remission from a rare form of cancer. Maurice recently visited the White House after sendin...
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Fergus Farrell and Damian Browne from 2022-03-07T03:56:44.661736
Fergus Farrell and Damian Browne are training to row together across the Atlantic - from New York to Galway - in 55 days. They joined Ryan ahead of the challenge in May.
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Community Garden - Pat Pender from 2022-03-07T03:56:44.644232
Pat Pender joins Oliver to talk about a community garden that he set up in Rathcoffey, County Kildare. It is a zero waste community garden with 26 gardeners.
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Valentine's Day Cards - Anna McHugh from 2022-03-07T03:56:44.640156
Joey the cat never misses a Valentine's Day and always posts a card on February 14th to the ladies in his house. Anna McHugh chats to Oliver Callan about Joey who is a rescue cat.
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Grow it Yourself - Barry Flinn from 2022-03-07T03:56:44.598911
It’s a good time of year to start looking at the garden or any patch of ground that you might have available to you. Barry Flinn of Grow it Yourself in Waterford chats to Oliver about starting to ...
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Gardener - Noel Cavanagh from 2022-03-07T03:56:44.591146
Noel Cavanagh is a keen gardener. He has been growing his own vegetables for the past ten years and spoke to Oliver about his gardening lockdown projects.
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The Herd - Emily Edwards from 2022-03-07T03:56:44.586984
Emily Edward's novel 'The Herd' explores parenting styles, life choices and childhood vaccines. Emily joined Oliver Callan from London.
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Conor McPherson - Girl from the North Country from 2022-03-07T03:56:44.438580
Conor McPherson is one of Ireland’s most awarded and highly regarded playwrights. In 2016 he got access to the music of Bob Dylan and created a play, called ‘Girl from the North Country’. It’s co...
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Rachel Hogan - Apprenticeships from 2022-03-07T03:56:44.389796
Ken the electrician spoke to Ryan last week about the career opportunities offered by traditional trades and apprenticeships. Rachel was inspired to get in touch and hopes that these opportunities ...
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John Boyne - All the Broken Places from 2022-03-07T03:56:44.379722
Author John Boyne talked to Ryan about the sequel to his bestselling novel 'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas'. It is entitled 'All the Broken Places' which will be published in September.
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Elizabeth Boyle - Fierce Appetites from 2022-03-07T03:56:44.366254
In 'Fierce Appetites', historian and lecturer Elizabeth Boyle explores the similarities between modern day and medieval society. Elizabeth joined Ryan in studio to talk about her new book.
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Rhona Tarrant - Storyful from 2022-03-07T03:56:44.361568
Rhona Tarrant is a senior editor at Storyful in New York. As the conflict in Ukraine continues; Rhona asks and answers, how can we trust the validity of online information.
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Concert Competition from 2022-03-07T03:56:44.290907
Live events are back for 2022. Aine, Alana, Sharon, Ben, Geraldine and Mark joined Ryan on the line for a chance to win some concert tickets!
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Gráinne Seoige&John Nolan - Dancing with the Stars from 2022-02-28T12:00
Gráinne Seoige and John Nolan joined Ryan in studio following their elimination on Sunday from Dancing with the Stars.
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Cillian Sheil - Beating a New Drum from 2022-02-28T12:00
Cillian Sheil is the drummer in the band Scattered Ashes at Whelans. He chatted to Ryan about their upcoming gig in Whelans. 'This New Will' is their latest single.
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“Be Aware, Don’t Compare” from 2022-02-25T12:00
Annie Shephard and Darragh Rawson, students at Coláiste Bhríde Carnew, tell Ryan about their campaign to highlight 'comparison culture' on social media. be_aware_dont_compare on instagram and thei...
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Kevin McArevey - Young Plato from 2022-02-24T12:00
Kevin McArevey joined Ryan in studio. The feature documentary 'Young Plato' will premiere at the Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival on Sunday. The school prinicpal challenges his stude...
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Ken O’Connell - TikTok from 2022-02-23T12:00
Cork electrician Ken O’Connell has made a name for himself as a TikTok star by encouraging young people to take up apprenticeships.
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Mia Döring - Any Girl from 2022-02-22T12:00
Mia Döring speaks to Ryan about her incredible memoir and what it was like to revisit some of the darker chapters of her life. 'Any Girl: A Memoir of Sexual Exploitation and Recovery' is published ...
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Missy Keating - Dancing with the Stars from 2022-02-21T12:00
Missy Keating joined Ryan following her elimination from Dancing with the Stars on Sunday night.
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Equine Therapy - Catriona Breslin from 2022-02-21T05:25:15.049520
Mum Catriona spoke to Baz about Fred, a therapy horse, who has made a huge impact on the well being of her two children. For more information on Equine Therapy and Childvision go to www.childvisio...
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National Biodiversity Centre - Dave Wall from 2022-02-21T05:25:15.048677
2021 saw one of Ireland's warmest autumns on record. With new heat-loving species being drawn to our shores, and even a sighting of an Egyptian Vulture in Roscommon on New Year’s Eve, Dave Wall, Ci...
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Cillian Hilliard – Made in Chelsea from 2022-02-21T05:25:15.047777
Cillian recently paired up with Paris Smith on the latest season of E4's Made in Chelsea. He joins Baz to speak about moving to London in the middle of lockdown and his life as a jeweller and inves...
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News Round-Up of the Day from 2022-02-21T05:25:15.046883
Baz Ashmawy is standing in for Ryan today. These are the stories and headlines that grabbed his attention.
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The Electric Revolution - Joe Rayfuss from 2022-02-21T05:25:15.046043
Joe Rayfus, motoring journalist and photographer with rev.ie, chatted to Baz about what's happening in the world of electric cars, what they are, and some of the sickest models on the market.
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Breeding Pet Sheep - Cliodhna Muldoon from 2022-02-21T05:25:15.044595
Cliondhna Muldoon, microbiologist with Irish Water has been breeding sheep in Ballybofey since 2018. But her flock are much more than your usual tréad caorach, the Valais sheep she raises are best ...
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Abseiling Granny - Mary Lynch from 2022-02-21T05:25:15.005866
Mary Lynch is a grandmother of nine and spent her 72nd birthday abseiling. She shared the details of her experience with Baz - who is, without a doubt, an expert in the field of extreme Irish mammy...
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The Barrack St Six - Dr Kieran McCarthy from 2022-02-21T05:25:15.004996
During the week, skeletal remains were found under a former pub in Cork city. Dr Kieran McCarthy, historian and local councillor, spoke to Baz about the discovery and gave some context as to where ...
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Smother - Dearbhla Kirwan from 2022-02-21T05:25:15.004144
Actress Dervla Kirwan, best known for her roles in Ballykissangle and those M&S ads, joined Baz to talk about her lead role in the second series of RTÉ's drama Smother. The first episode debuts thi...
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Best of the Week Podcast from 2022-02-21T05:25:15.002225
This week Baz Ashmawy filled in for Ryan. He was joined by: Anna Geary on her new radio show Supercharged; Cillian Hilliard on his Made in Chelsea stint; Dave Wall on animal sightings in Ireland; C...
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Alice Leahy - Homelessness from 2022-02-18T12:00
Alice Leahy joined Ryan in studio and spoke about the real lives and sombre burials of those who experience homelessness.
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Supercharged with Anna Geary from 2022-02-17T23:13:36.360443
Anna Geary is one of those people who should be able to motivate you and now she’s presenting a new show on RTE Radio 1 – Supercharged, that’s starting this Sunday at 6.00pm. She joined Baz to talk...
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Aoife Bhreatnach - Censored from 2022-02-17T12:00
Censorship has been back in the headlines with calls for certain books to be banned in American schools. Aoife Bhreatnach has immersed herself in Ireland's back catalogue of banned books for her po...
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Covid in Iceland & Volcano Watch with Photographer Cat Gundry-Beck from 2022-02-17T04:42:51.547590
Like many of us, Cat Gundry-Beck had to rejig her Christmas and New Year plans and remain in Iceland without being able to see her family. She spoke with Baz about all the latest on the island and ...
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Joanne McNally from 2022-02-16T12:00
Joanne McNally has suddenly become one of Ireland's biggest comedians. From sold out nights in Vicar Street to an Irish tour and a massive podcast with Vogue Williams. Clear History airs on RTÉ 2 o...
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Claire Flanagan - After Life from 2022-02-15T12:00
Claire Flanagan is now in her 40s. Something very traumatic happened to her when she was 17 years of age. She spoke candidly to Ryan about coping with depression.
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Liz Golden - Finding Love from 2022-02-15T12:00
Before celebrating a significant birthday Liz was determined to make a life change, moving to Palma and finding love along the way.
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Brian Redmond - Dancing with the Stars from 2022-02-14T12:00
This week on Dancing with the Stars it was all about showing the love. There was no elimination, but there were a few more twists than usual. Judge Brian Redmond joined Ryan in studio to cast on ey...
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Gemma Kilbane - The Hair Fixer from 2022-02-14T12:00
Hairdresser Gemma Kilbane became a bit of a hair superhero during the pandemic setting up a 'virtual salon'. Sadly Gemma’s cousin Shane Corrigan died suddenly at the age of 23 in 2018. His family h...
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Helen Mirren - The Duke from 2022-02-11T12:00
The multi-award winning actor Helen Mirren spoke to Oliver Callan about her new film ‘The Duke’. It tells the true story of the theft of Goya’s portrait of the Duke of Wellington from the National...
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Sensory Clothing - Gillian White from 2022-02-11T12:00
Gillian and her best friend Nina set up Sully and Juno. Their Wexford studio provides children's sensory clothing since 2021. Gillian spoke to Oliver about their successful venture.
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Valentine's Tree - Anne Marie Cahill from 2022-02-11T12:00
Anne Marie Cahill spoke to Oliver back in October about her “Halloween Tree”. Well, Anne Marie is back at the seasonal decoration and this time around things are decidedly more romantic!
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Rent a Hitman - Bob Innes from 2022-02-10T12:00
When Bob Innes chose a catchy title for his website back in 2005, he could never have imagined it would draw him into the murky world of murder plots! Bob joined Oliver on the line from California.
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St Patrick's Festival - Christy Leech from 2022-02-10T12:00
Christy Leech of Irish band Le Boom chats to Oliver about the return of the St. Patrick's Festival. Le Boom will perform with the Glasshouse Orchestra at Collin’s Barracks on March 18th.
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Save the Donegal Town St. Patrick's Day Parade from 2022-02-10T12:00
Oliver spoke during the week about the wonder and magic of the regional St. Patrick’s Day Parades. But the Donegal Town Parade’s future is in doubt and the Mayor of Donegal Town, Pauric Kennedy hop...
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A Mysterious Epidemic with Dr Suzanne Jackson from 2022-02-01T06:20:36.170151
Wellcome Prize-winning neurologist Dr Suzanne O’Sullivan, of the UK's National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, came on the programme to discuss psychosomatic symptoms, defining mental illn...
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Arnotts Competition from 2022-02-01T06:20:36.168277
All this week we've teamed up with Arnotts for our Advent Calendar Competition with lots of luxury gifts up for grabs! Audrey, Sandra, Mary, and Michael joined Ryan on the line for a chance to win ...
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What it Means to be Irish - Sofi Musleh from 2022-02-01T06:20:36.158976
Sofi Musleh, who gave a speech on the subject at a Ted X event in 2016, discussed the difficult experiences many people face on a daily basis in Ireland. Including the dreaded question of "where ar...
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My Name is Jhon: an atypical story of success from 2022-02-01T06:20:36.156912
John Brennan - hotelier, presenter, and author - came on the programme to discuss his path to success, the teacher who changed his life, and challenging society’s opinion on people who don’t have ...
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Kindness in the Community - Anna Tritt from 2022-02-01T06:20:36.153039
Originally from Poland, Anna Tritt spoke about building a life in Bandon and how the community rallied around her family when they needed it most, after the tragic death of her son Jan. Anna and he...
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Dancing with the Stars - Neil Delamare&Kylee Vincent from 2022-01-31T12:00
Comedian Neil Delamare and his professional partner, Maurizio Benenato, were eliminated from Dancing with the Stars on Sunday. They both popped into speak with Ryan about the experience.
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Wheelchair Access - Jenny Needham from 2022-01-31T12:00
As the world reopens, some people are discovering that certain doors remain closed for them. Wheelchair user Jenny Needham spoke to Ryan about the increasing need to make the world accessible to ev...
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Living With Retrograde Amnesia - John Coleman from 2022-01-31T04:19:48.869179
While working as a building contractor in 1991, a split-second decision changed the course of John and his family's life. After this traumatic event, John struggled with PTSD and retrograde amnesi...
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Mick Flannery from 2022-01-28T12:00
Mick joined Ryan to talk about chess, NFTs and his new album Night at the Opera. The 'Night at the Opera' album and NFTs launch on February 22nd. You can find out more on Mick's Discord channel: di...
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Breege Clancy from 2022-01-27T12:00
Breege Clancy talked to Ryan about her son Paul, who died from Sudden Cardiac Death aged just 35. Breege volunteers for a new helpline run by the charity Cry (Cardiac Risk in the Young) Ireland. C...
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Colum McCann from 2022-01-27T12:00
Dialling in from New York, the author discussed his book Apeirogon and Narrative4's Empathy School Awards.
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Trying To Make Sense Of The Digital Evolution from 2022-01-26T12:00
If you struggle to get your head around crypto currencies and NFTs, you're not alone. Thankfully Lory Kehoe, founder of Blockchain Ireland and Adjunct Assistant Professor at Trinity Business School...
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Edel Coffey on Breaking Point from 2022-01-25T12:00
Journalist Edel Coffey joined Ryan in studio to talk about her debut novel 'Breaking Point'.
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Dancing with the Stars - Cathy Kelly&Maurizio Benenato from 2022-01-24T12:00
Author Cathy Kelly and her professional partner, Maurizio Benenato, were eliminated from Dancing with the Stars on Sunday. They both popped into speak with Ryan about the experience.
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Finding Yourself in the Wrong Year from 2022-01-24T12:00
Writer Áine Ryan made the mistake of etching the wrong year on her father's headstone. She spoke to Ryan about how our sense of time has been affected by the Covid Pandemic.
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Glenn Keogh - Curb Your Enthusiasm from 2022-01-21T12:00
Dublin actor Glenn Keogh joined Ryan from LA. The latest series of 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' sees the semi fictionalised version of Larry David back on set. Glenn stars as "Stan the prop man" in the n...
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Úna Ní Dhonghaile - Belfast from 2022-01-21T12:00
Ryan spoke to the multi award winning editor Úna Ní Dhonghaile. She is the editor of Belfast and edited many screen successes including The Crown and the upcoming Death on the Nile.
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QAnon&the Coming Storm - Gabriel Gatehouse from 2022-01-20T12:00
The Coming Storm is BBC sounds podcast about the beginnings of the QAnon group in the USA. If you haven’t heard of QANON Gabriel Gatehouse set out to find what the real reasons for the storming of ...
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Dysphagia Chef - Niamh Condon from 2022-01-19T12:00
Niamh Condon is the founder of Dining with Dignity. She chats to Ryan about changing jobs as a hotel chef to taking on a 9-5 role in a nursing home. Meanwhile discovering her true mission in life a...
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From Digital Marketing to Dublin Bus - Barbara Shanahan from 2022-01-18T12:00
Lots of people reassessed their lives when the pandemic came along, including Barbara Shanahan, who joined Ryan to speak about taking the steps to make a big change in her career.
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Learning to Walk Again - Stevo Timothy from 2022-01-18T12:00
17 years after a motorbike crash that lead to the death of his friend and left him paralysed, Stevo Timothy has set himself the challenge of walking again. Following on from his appearance on the L...
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Eurovision 2022 on the Late Late Show from 2022-01-17T12:00
Ireland's bid for this year's Eurovision will be decided this Friday on the Late Late Show. All this week, Ryan will be spinning the six spectacular tracks slated to compete. Executive Director of ...
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Nothing to Declare - Garret Daly from 2022-01-14T12:00
In 1985 two boys from Darndale, Dublin, Keith Byrne and Noel Murray, made headline news around the world after hopping on a Dart and ending up in New York. They escaped the authorities in three cou...
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Designer Dogs - Tim Kirby from 2022-01-13T12:00
The post-Christmas period can be a particularly busy time for rescue shelters as people surrender dogs that they're no longer willing to care for. Tim Kirby, Vet and Founder of PetBond, joins Ryan ...
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Growing Up with a Disability - Conor McAuley from 2022-01-12T12:00
20-year-old Conor McAuley was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy when he was three years old. Now he's a big supporter of the IWA's Creative Youth for Disability Programme, who were benefit...
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The Psychology of Uncertainty - Dr. Jonathan Egan from 2022-01-11T12:00
Dr. Jonathan Egan, Lecturer in Psychology at NUI Galway, talked to Ryan about Uncertainty; what it is, and how we can deal with it.
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Dancing with the Stars - Arthur Gourounlian from 2022-01-10T12:00
Dancing with the Stars returned to the nations living rooms last night and its newest judge, Arthur Gourourlian, joined Ryan to talk all about the news season, his difficult journey as a refugee, a...
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Cold Classrooms - Sadhbh Ryan from 2022-01-10T12:00
With winter temperatures dropping and schools remaining open, one Limerick student has penned an open letter to the Taoiseach and Minister for Education, pleading for help with her unbearably cold ...
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Games in the Attic - Ruth O'Connor from 2021-12-22T12:00
Freelance journalist Ruth O'Connor talked to Ryan about a brilliant discovery she made while clearing out her attic. Anyone for a round of Mastermind?
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Shadow Voices by John Connolly from 2021-12-20T12:00
Author John Connolly joined Ryan to talk about Shadow Voices, his new collection encompassing three hundred years of Irish short stories, specifically Science Fiction, Horror, and other genres. For...
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Returning Light: 30 Years of Life on Skellig Michael from 2021-12-19T01:02:31.748702
Robert L Harris is the warden of Skellig Michael and has lived there every summer for 34 years. He joined Ryan in studio to talk about life on this remote and mystical island. 'Returning Light: 30 ...
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Dialogue In The Dark from 2021-12-19T01:02:31.743461
Bryan joined Ryan on the line to tell him about his family's visit to the intriguing "Dialogue In The Dark" in Hamburg. Led by a blind tour guide, visitors experience various activities while blind...
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New York Competition from 2021-12-19T01:02:31.698564
This week we're giving one lucky listener the chance to win the trip of a lifetime with Aer Lingus and the Fitzpatrick Hotel. This morning Dara and Sandra took part for the chance to win two Busine...
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Carer Of The Year from 2021-12-19T01:02:31.697522
Louise Laheen Duggan won the Right Home Carer of the Year Award. She joined Ryan to talk about her background and the important role carers play in society.
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Haunted by Waters: A Journey Into the Irish Countryside from 2021-12-19T01:02:31.693283
The time spent in lockdown brought out hidden loves and passions for lots of us, with many rediscovering forgotten hobbies. Journalist and author Daire Whelan spoke to Ryan about finding solace in ...
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#LightUpCork - Amy Begley from 2021-12-16T12:00
Advocate and artist Amy Begley spoke to Ryan about her work, her journey, and her amazing attitude to life. You can learn more about here new campaign and light up your own star on lightupcork.ie
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Flor MacCarthy - The Presidents' Letters from 2021-12-16T08:57:33.469157
Journalist Flor MacCarthy joined Ryan in studio to talk about her new book 'The Presidents' Letters' which is a treasure trove of letters to and from all nine Irish Presidents. 'The Presidents' Let...
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Ireland’s Great Hunger Museum from 2021-12-16T08:57:33.467431
Quinnipiac University is currently home to the world's largest collection of art related to the Irish Famine. Turlough McConnell is one of a number of people concerned with what happens next for th...
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Archive of Family Letters from 2021-12-16T08:57:33.465536
Dr Paul O’Brien is a historian from Limerick and he joined Ryan on the line to tell him about a collection of 12,000 letters that span the years 1885 to 1995. Paul is currently working through them...
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Climate Change from 2021-12-16T08:57:33.464664
Yesterday Ryan spoke about how easy it can be to get overwhelmed by all the information emerging about Climate Change. This morning Dr Kian Mintz-Woo from UCC, who is currently at COP26 in Glasgow,...
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St. Vincent de Paul at Christmas from 2021-12-15T12:00
Sandra Ryan talked to Ryan about how Christmas can be a time of great pressure and struggle for some people. During her own difficulties, Sandra turned to SVP who offered incredible support. She is...
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Inclusive Education - Dr. Michele Dunleavy from 2021-12-14T12:00
Dr Michele Dunleavy, of Mary Immaculate College Limerick, talked to Ryan about the importance of providing an education that is fair and inclusive to all children. If you're interested in taking pa...
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SuperValu Competition from 2021-12-13T12:00
Each day this week, Ryan is giving away 700 euro of Supervalu vouchers to one lucky listener. But this is a Christmas quiz with a magical twist as they will also win 700 euro worth of vouchers to g...
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Dancing with the Stars - Nina Carberry & Billy McGuinness from 2021-12-13T12:00
The next two celebrity contestants for Dancing with the Stars, which will begin on RTÉ One in January, joined Ryan to chat about the upcoming season. They are legendary jockey Nina Carberry and Asl...
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Sionibha Kelly - Life-changing Car Accident from 2021-11-30T12:00
Sionibha Kelly joined Ryan on the line from Armagh to talk about how an injury sustained in a car accident put a stop to her dream of becoming a beauty therapist, and how she picked herself back up...
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Toy Show Appeal Thank You! from 2021-11-29T12:00
The Toy Show Appeal has already raised €6.5 million for children's charities around the country and Ryan joined Rick on the line to thank people for their incredible kindness and generosity! For mo...
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Irish Cinema from 2021-11-29T12:00
Maurice Galway is co-founder and director of the Dingle Film Festival and the Animation Dingle Festival. He spoke to Rick about the changing face of Irish cinema over the years and the A-list stars...
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Bean in a Van from 2021-11-29T12:00
Claire Watts joined Rick on the line to tell him all about an unusual project she's undertaking as part of her PhD. Claire has set herself the challenge of writing 32 songs, one about each county i...
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Voices that Rocked the System from 2021-11-26T12:00
Prof Sonja Tiernan from the Univeristy of Otago discusses her book Irish Women's Speeches, which features amazing Irish women who made an impact through their words. Herself and Oliver talked throu...
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In Praise of Hope from 2021-11-25T12:00
Caroline O'Connell is feeling grateful for so many things in this world. After hearing peoples' stories of being a good Samaritans, her outlook has changed in life. Even though there have been many...
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Exploring our Past - Archivist Niamh Ní Charra from 2021-11-24T12:00
A real life 'time traveler'! Niamh Ní Charra is an archivist at NUI Galway and wants to let everyone know about The Explore Your Archive initiative , encouraging people to visit their archives. Pe...
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Tesco Competition from 2021-11-23T12:00
Every day this week Tesco has given us €1,400 of vouchers to give away and this morning Ciara joined Ryan on the line for a chance to win!
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German War Cemetery in Glencree from 2021-11-23T12:00
Barbara Walshe is chair of the Glencree Centre for Peace and Reconciliation and she joined Ryan on the line to tell him about a nearby German war cemetery and how it came to be in the County Wicklo...
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Bob Woodward & Robert Costa - Peril from 2021-11-23T03:03:01.953534
Bestselling author Bob Woodward and acclaimed reporter Robert Costa spoke to Ryan about their new book 'Peril' which reveals the turmoil underlying the transfer of power between Donald Trump’s Repu...
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Vodafone 'Hi Digital' Competition from 2021-11-23T03:03:01.950764
Vodafone have just launched their 'Hi Digital' initiative to help people become more familiar with the new digital world. To mark the launch, Pat joined Ryan on the line for a chance to win an iPad...
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Aisling in the City from 2021-11-23T03:03:01.949813
Authors of the hugely popular 'Aisling' series, Sarah Breen and Emer McLysaght, joined Ryan in studio to fill us in on the next chapter in Aisling's adventures as she takes on the Big Apple!
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Dave Grohl - The Storyteller from 2021-11-23T03:03:01.946138
Legendary Nirvana drummer and Foo Fighters frontman, Dave Grohl, talked to Ryan about a lifetime of music that's left him with a lot of stories to tell. 'The Storyteller' by Dave Grohl is available...
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Children's Books Ireland Appeal from 2021-11-22T12:00
Children's Books Ireland received over 300,000 euro from last year's Toy Show Appeal. Ryan was joined by Michael Carney, Principal of St. Brendan's/Myna National School, and students Ellie and Dara...
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Pat Davis - Murals on the Pier from 2021-11-19T12:00
Pat Davis is a postman in Wicklow who is well known, not only for delivering letters, but also for his beautiful artwork along the East Pier of Wicklow Harbour. He joined Ryan on the line to tell h...
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Stopping to Help from 2021-11-18T12:00
After hearing our conversation with consultant psychologist Louize Carroll yesterday, Susan got in touch to tell Ryan about how she came upon a man at the side of the road with his head in his hand...
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Louize Carroll - Prism Therapy from 2021-11-17T12:00
Louize Carroll is a consultant psychologist and bass player with The Blizzards and she joined Ryan in studio to talk about her work in both areas during the pandemic. Louize has recently launched ‘...
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Genius Juniors from 2021-11-16T12:00
Dr Christina McDonnell is a GP by day but for the past year has been running an online children's bookshop by night. She joined Ryan on the line to tell him all about 'Genius Juniors' through which...
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Alex Murphy - Philadelphia, Here I Come! from 2021-11-15T16:42:40.244153
Star of The Young Offenders, Alex Murphy, spoke to Baz from Cork where he's currently starring in the Brian Friel classic 'Philadelphia, Here I Come!' from the 5th to the 16th of October. For ticke...
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Achill to Athens from 2021-11-15T16:42:40.243272
Cormac Ryan is currently half way through a fundraising cycle from Achill to Athens and he spoke to Baz from somewhere in Austria to tell him about why he and his friends are raising money for Body...
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Tom Sullivan - Arracht from 2021-11-15T16:42:40.239714
Filmmaker Tom Sullivan joined Ryan in studio to talk about immersing himself in the landscape of the west to bring a Famine story to the screen in his new film 'Arracht'.
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Liane Moriarty - Apples Never Fail from 2021-11-15T16:42:40.236921
Liane Moriarty is the author of ‘Big Little Lies’ and ‘Nine Perfect Strangers’ and she joined Ryan on the line from Australia to talk about her latest exploration of the dark side of suburbia in he...
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Louis Theroux - Theroux The Keyhole from 2021-11-15T12:00
Louis Theroux has been making documentaries for over 25 years but, like so many others, he found himself confined to his house when the pandemic hit. Louise spoke to Ryan about his experience of lo...
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Circle of Friends from 2021-11-12T12:00
Ryan was joined on the line by fellow extra in 'Circle of Friends', Tanya Tiernan, who told him how she ended up meeting her future husband on the set of the film!
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Huma Abedin - Both/And: A Life in Many Worlds from 2021-11-11T12:00
This morning Ryan spoke to Huma Abedin about her life and career, her work as Hilary Clinton's top aide and adviser, and the moment her private life went public. 'Both/And' by Huma Abedin is availa...
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Grainne Power - Underdogs from 2021-11-10T12:00
TG4’s 'Underdogs' has been a fixture on our TV screens for many years. Grainne Power is someone who will feature in the programme this year and she joined Ryan in studio to tell her own story, and ...
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Tom Hanks and Typewriters from 2021-10-29T12:00
Owner of ‘Typewronger Books’ in Edinburgh, Tom Hodges, talked to Oliver about being hailed a hero by Hollywood star, and fellow typewriter enthusiast, Tom Hanks!
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Seen Unseen from 2021-10-29T12:00
Clare McLaughlin got in touch to tell Oliver about 'Seen Unseen', a project that makes art accessible to the visually impaired. Participation is free. The next event will be on Dec 3rd in the Void ...
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Halloween Tree from 2021-10-29T12:00
Anne Marie Cahill joined Oliver on the line from Clare to tell him all about her wonderful Halloween tree!
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Breathe with Bea from 2021-10-28T12:03:38.602740
Claire Keating is a primary school teacher who has seen children struggle to handle their emotions first hand. She joined Baz on the line to tell him about teaming up with fellow teacher Sinéad Dor...
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Nick Cornwell - Silverview from 2021-10-28T12:00
John Le Carré, master of the spy novel, has left one final book to be released after his death and his son, Nick Cornwell, spoke to Oliver about being entrusted with bringing it to life. 'Silvervie...
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Claire Keegan - Small Things Like These from 2021-10-27T12:00
Author Claire Keegan joined Oliver in studio to talk about her new book 'Small Things Like These' which tells the story of a coal and timber merchant in 1980’s small town Ireland. 'Small Things Lik...
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Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu from 2021-10-27T12:00
Historian and Genealogist, Dr. Jennifer Doyle, joined Oliver on the line to tell him all about gothic Irish author Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu and his influence on Bram Stoker and the idea of vampires ...
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Home Rescue: The Big Fix from 2021-10-26T12:00
Hosts of 'Home Rescue: The Big Fix', Róisín Murphy and Peter Finn, joined Oliver in studio to talk about what viewers can expect from the new series. The first episode airs this Thursday October 28...
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Hillary Clinton and Louise Penny - State of Terror from 2021-10-22T12:00
Former US Secretary of State, Hillary Rodham Clinton, and bestselling author, Louise Penny, spoke to Ryan about joining forces to pen a cautionary tale for our time in 'State of Terror'.
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The Great Irish Politics Book from 2021-10-21T12:00
Journalist and anchor of the Six One, David McCullagh, joined Ryan in studio to talk about introducing younger readers to the world of Irish politics in his new book 'The Great Irish Politics Book'.
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ShareJoy - Keeping Arwen's Memory Alive from 2021-10-20T12:00
Marie Sullivan joined Ryan in studio to share her story of losing her daughter Arwen to suicide last year. Marie is keeping the memory of her daughter alive by helping others with her initiative 'S...
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Nadine Coyle - Last Singer Standing from 2021-10-19T12:00
Girls Aloud singer, Nadine Coyle, chatted to Ryan about being a judge on the brand new television game show 'Last Singer Standing' which starts this Saturday at 8.30pm on RTÉ One.
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Challenges Facing Same-sex Parents from 2021-10-18T12:00
Maeve Delargy joined Ryan in studio to talk about the challenges she and her wife are facing as parents to their little girl.
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Brendan Kennelly from 2021-10-18T12:00
Mike Jennings joined Ryan on the line to share his memories of the much-loved poet, after the sad news of his passing over the weekend.
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Joan Collins from 2021-10-15T12:00
Ryan spoke to Joan Collins about her new book, 'My Unapologetic Diaries'.
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Brian O’Donovan - Four Years in the Cauldron from 2021-10-14T12:00
Through a period of political unrest and a raging pandemic, Washington Correspondent Brian O’Donovan has brought us news of impeachments, protests, elections and more. He joined Ryan in studio to t...
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Annie Colleran - Trinity Tales from 2021-10-13T12:00
Annie Colleran joined Ryan on the line to tell him how she fell in love with the Front Gate of Trinity College when saw it from the top storey of a Dublin tour bus at the age of 14, and how her lif...
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Remembering Your Parents from 2021-10-13T12:00
We've been talking about death and loss a lot this week and this morning Rosemary got in touch to tell Ryan about her late mother and father.
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The Story of a Wedding Ring from 2021-10-12T12:00
Ryan spoke to Ann McGlone about her late husband Jimmy and their lives together, after Ann wrote a letter to the programme titled 'The Story of a Wedding Ring'.
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Only Irish Food for a Month from 2021-10-12T12:00
Journalist Ellie O'Byrne joined Ryan on the line to fill him in on how she got on eating only local, Irish food for a month!
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Ann Marie Hourihane - Sorry For Your Trouble from 2021-10-11T12:00
Journalist and author, Ann Marie Hourihane, joined Ryan in studio to talk about her exploration of death, dying and the Irish rituals that surround them in her new book ‘Sorry for Your Trouble – Th...
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Nora Jane Noone - Wildfire from 2021-10-07T05:13:16.974846
Nika McGuigan's final film 'Wildfire' opens in cinemas this Friday. It was screened in her hometown of Clones on Sunday night and, actor and co-star, Nora Jane Noone joined Ryan in studio to talk a...
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Cecelia Ahern - Freckles from 2021-10-07T05:13:16.972334
Literary phenomenon Cecelia Ahern joined Ryan in studio to talk about her latest novel 'Freckles'.
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Inner Voice and Confidence from 2021-10-07T05:13:16.969970
With Leaving Cert results out today, Sharon Keegan joined Ryan on the line with a reminder that whatever the results are, you can still follow your dreams as long as you believe in yourself. Sharon...
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Breast Cancer from 2021-10-07T05:13:16.968430
Claire Hayden spoke to Ryan last year having just been diagnosed with breast cancer. This morning Claire joined Ryan on the line with an update on how her year has been and the importance of friend...
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Nanny, Ma and Me: An Irish Story of family, race and home from 2021-10-07T05:13:16.961622
Jade Jordan tells Ryan about her new book 'Nanny, Ma and Me: An Irish Story of Family, Race and Home'.
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Colin Black - Gas Man from 2021-10-07T05:13:16.958109
Dr Colin Black spoke to Ryan about his new book 'Gas Man'
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Louise Bruton - Effects of Social Media from 2021-10-07T05:13:16.955966
Journalist and activist Louise Bruton joined Ryan in studio to talk about changing her relationship with social media in order to look after herself.
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Clare Dunne - Herself from 2021-10-07T05:13:16.951211
'Herself' is a new Irish film that tells the story of the housing crisis in Ireland through the eyes of a woman escaping domestic violence. Star, and co-writer of the film, Clare Dunne joined Ryan ...
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Lucy Kennedy from 2021-09-30T12:00
Everybody’s favourite houseguest, Lucy Kennedy, joined Ryan in studio to tell him about her latest children’s book ‘The Friendship Fairies Go to Camp’.
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Robbie Connolly - The JC Foundation from 2021-09-29T12:00
Robbie Connolly is the entrepreneur behind The Ink Factory and PIERCED.ie and he joined Ryan in studio to talk about the tragic loss of his bother John, and establishing the JC Foundation in his me...
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Richard O'Brien - The Rocky Horror Show from 2021-09-28T12:00
Writer, musician, and television presenter Richard O'Brien joined Ryan on the line from New Zealand to talk about creating one of the most deranged and distinctive stage musicals that the world has...
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Dublin City Books & Browsables Market from 2021-09-28T12:00
Wally O’Neill from Red Books in Wexford joined Ryan on the line to tell him all about the Dublin City Books & Browsables Market taking place every Sunday from 11am to 4pm in St. Patrick’s Park.
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Ranulph Fiennes - Shackleton from 2021-09-27T12:00
In 1915, Sir Ernest Shackleton’s attempt to traverse the Antarctic was cut short when his ship 'Endurance' became trapped in ice. Explorer Ranulph Fiennes is one of the few people who would have so...
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The Karender from 2021-09-27T12:00
Abi from WeirdWatercolours joined Ryan on the line to tell him about their latest creation "The Karender". You can order online at weirdwatercolours.com
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Richard Osman - The Man Who Died Twice from 2021-09-24T12:00
Quiz show host and bestselling author, Richard Osman, joined Ryan in studio to chat about his latest novel 'The Man Who Died Twice'.
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Dr Phil Kennedy - The Father of the Cyborgs from 2021-09-23T12:00
Neurologist Dr Phil Kennedy made global headlines in the late 90s when he implanted wire electrodes in the brain of a patient. He joined Ryan in studio to tell him his incredible story that earned ...
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Rick Stein At Home from 2021-09-22T12:00
Chef Rick Stain is known for bringing culinary delights from his travels around the world to our TV screens. This morning he joined Ryan on the line to talk about his new book 'Rick Stein At Home' ...
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Mark O'Halloran from 2021-09-21T12:00
Writer and actor Mark O'Halloran is well known for his work in films like 'Adam & Paul', 'Garage' and the TV Series 'Prosperity'. He joined Ryan in studio to talk about his latest play 'Conversatio...
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Rowing from San Francisco to Hawaii from 2021-09-21T03:39:29.646130
Mayo woman Orlagh Dempsey has just broken a world record, along with her two crew mates, after rowing 2,400 nautical miles from San Francisco to Hawaii in aid of various charities. She joined Baz o...
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Noel Hogan - The Story Of The Cranberries from 2021-09-21T03:39:29.643807
Founding member of 'The Cranberries' Noel Hogan talked to Baz about a new book that looks back at the legacy of the iconic band. It's called 'The Story Of The Cranberries and the band’s iconic fron...
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John Boyne - The Echo Chamber from 2021-09-21T03:39:29.575804
John Boyne is one of the most prolific authors Ireland has produced in the last twenty years with books like ‘The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas’, ‘The Hearts Invisible Furies’ and ‘My Brother’s Name i...
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Olympic Gold for Kellie! from 2021-09-21T03:39:29.574461
Kellie Harrington lifted the spirits of the nation yesterday when she won Olympic Gold in Toyko. Kellie's partner Mandy joined Ryan on the line in celebratory form to talk about Kellie's phenomenal...
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Love and Loneliness from 2021-09-20T12:00
June McCarthy joined Ryan on the line from Kerry to talk about life as a person with restricted height, loneliness and looking for love as lockdown lifts and the world re-opens.
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No Time To Die Competition from 2021-09-20T12:00
'No Time To Die' will be in cinemas across Ireland from September 30th and Steven joined Ryan on the line for a chance to win tickets to the Irish Premiere at Dublin’s Light House Cinema.
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Sheila Killian - Something Bigger from 2021-09-20T10:33:06.275791
Sheila Killian joined Baz on the line to tell him about her first novel. It's called 'Something Bigger' and it's inspired by her great aunt, a family tragedy and the Klu Klux Klan.
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The Family Home from 2021-09-20T10:33:06.273557
After Baz spoke about returning to stay in his family home, Tess got in touch to tell him all about her memories of her childhood home in Templemore.
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Books for Schools from 2021-09-17T12:00
Elaine Ryan from Children's Books Ireland joined Ryan on the line to tell him how schools can get their hands on some brand new books. They have over 37,000 books to giveaway. For more info visit c...
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Synchronized Swimming from 2021-09-17T12:00
Aoife Drumm joined Ryan on the line to tell him all about her work as a teacher in Ireland’s only synchronized swimming club! For more info check out Aoife’s Facebook page 'Dublin Synchro' or email...
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Single and Pregnant from 2021-09-15T22:58:25.741757
After Baz read an email from a listener who has been left upset by some people's reaction to the fact that she is single and pregnant, Christine joined Baz on the line to tell him her experience of...
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Sight Loss from 2021-09-15T22:58:25.740971
In November 2019 Michael Leahy began to notice a change in his vision. He joined Baz in studio, alongside Chantelle Smith from the National Council for the Blind in Ireland, to talk about adjusting...
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Nathan Carter - Auditions for new Irish Folk Band from 2021-09-15T22:58:25.739532
Irish Country Music Star, Nathan Carter, is searching for talented young singers for an exciting new project and he joined Baz on the line to tell him how interested singers, aged 16 to 26, can get...
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Sid Owen - From Rags to Ricky from 2021-09-15T22:58:25.738431
Actor Sid Owen is best known for his portrayal of Ricky Butcher in the soap 'EastEnders'. He joined Baz on the line from the UK to talk about his difficult upbringing and discovering his love of ac...
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Anthony Horowitz - A Line to Kill from 2021-09-15T12:00
Bestselling author Anthony Horowitz talked to Ryan about his latest novel 'A Line to Kill'.
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Taking Over The Local Chipper from 2021-09-14T12:00
Rebecca O'Brien from Limerick joined Ryan on the line to tell him about how she ended up taking over the local chipper in Pallaskenry just weeks after finishing her Leaving Cert, and how its all be...
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Ireland’s LGBTQ Diaspora from 2021-09-14T12:00
There’s an exhibition on in EPIC called ‘Out in the World: Ireland’s LGBTQ Diaspora'. Tiernan Arnup Egan joined Ryan on the line to talk about his uncle Frank who left Galway at 15 and lived with t...
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Naomi Louisa O'Connell - Searching for Rosemary Kennedy from 2021-09-13T12:00
Naomi Louisa O'Connell is a mezzo soprano and she joined Ryan in studio to talk about bringing the tragic story of one of the Kennedy family to the stage as an opera. For details and bookings for '...
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Lion King Competition from 2021-09-13T12:00
The award-winning musical 'The Lion King' returns to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre later this year and Theresa joined Ryan on the line for a chance to win tickets to the show!
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Finding Somewhere to Live from 2021-09-13T12:00
A few weeks ago Maria Greenan spoke to Ryan about the difficulty of finding appropriate and affordable rental accommodation in Dublin, particular as she is registered blind. She joined Ryan on the ...
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Living in a Tree House from 2021-09-10T12:00
Alan joined Ryan on the line to explain how he ended up living in a tree house in the Australian bush and the life lessons he learned along the way.
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Out and About from 2021-09-10T12:00
With restrictions lifting, and the world beginning to open up again, Kate joined Ryan on the line to tell him how much she's been enjoying getting out and about!
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Brendan Doyle - 2022 Winter Olympics from 2021-08-31T12:00
Brendan Doyle joined Ryan on the line to talk about his dream of competing for Ireland in the Winter Olympics in the Skeleton event.
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Dr. Suzanne Crowe from 2021-08-30T12:00
Dr. Suzanne Crowe is a consultant in pediatric intensive care at Crumlin hospital and president of the Irish Medical Council. She joined Ryan in studio to talk about the sudden death of her husband...
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Gold for Ellen Keane from 2021-08-27T12:00
Ellen Keane joined Ryan on the line from Tokyo to talk about her incredible gold medal win at Paralympics 2020!
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Abbeyfeale from 2021-08-27T12:00
Noreen Cotter got in touch after she heard Ryan talking about stopping off in Abbeyfeale for chips after he climbed Carrauntoohil and she joined him on the line this morning to tell him all about w...
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Just Eat Quiz from 2021-08-27T12:00
Ray and Shannon took part in our 'Just Eat' quiz in the hopes of winning vouchers for some tasty food!
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Philly Accent from 2021-08-26T12:00
After our discussion earlier in the week on Kate Winslet's accent in 'Mare of Easttown', Kieran in Galway, who is originally from Philadelphia, got in touch to talk to Ryan about one of the most un...
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Making it out of Afghanistan from 2021-08-26T12:00
With news this morning that there is a warning of a terror threat at Kabul airport, tensions are rising for those who trying to leave Afghanistan. Sosan Enayatullha is one of a small number of Iris...
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Charles Hamilton Houston from 2021-08-26T12:00
Cork sculptor Alex Pentek's completed work which reflects on the achievements of Charles Hamilton Houston, who helped end racist segregation laws in America, has just been unveiled in Washington D...
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Search and Rescue Dogs from 2021-08-25T12:00
Gerry is a handler and volunteer with the Search and Rescue Dog Association and he joined Ryan on the line to tell him about the work he does alongside his dog Fia.
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Catherine Ryan Howard - 56 Days from 2021-08-24T12:00
Author Catherine Ryan Howard joined Ryan in studio to talk about setting her latest crime novel '56 Days' in lockdown.
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Getting Pelé's Autograph from 2021-08-24T03:25:50.056755
After yesterday's discussion on autograph hunting, Joe got into touch to tell Ryan about getting his copy of 'Shoot!' magazine signed by none other than Pelé.
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Rental Crisis from 2021-08-23T12:00
Covid disrupted all of our lives when it hit last year, but for Maria Greenan it meant moving home to Cavan after renting in Dublin for fifteen years. Maria is registered blind and she spoke to Rya...
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Herbert Park Hotel Competition from 2021-08-22T02:07:19.989602
Nancy joined Ryan on the line for a chance to win a break in the Herbert Park Hotel in Dublin.
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Professor Louise Crowley - Bystander Intervention from 2021-08-20T12:00
Professor Louise Crowley is the co-ordinator of UCC's Bystander Intervention Course and she joined Ryan on the line from Cork to talk about what to do, and what not to do, when you see someone in a...
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Farnham Estate Competition from 2021-08-20T12:00
Bernie joined Ryan on the line for a chance to win a stay in Farnham Estate in Cavan. For bookings and more info visit www.farnhamestate.ie
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Timber with a Story from 2021-08-19T12:00
Eoin Shanley from Copperfish Lighting is looking for people who may have timber with a story. He joined Ryan on the line to tell him all about his lamps made from wood that have history and Dermot ...
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Emer McLysaght - Mental Health from 2021-08-18T12:00
Emer McLysaght, co-author of the hugely popular 'Aisling' series, joined Ryan in studio to tell her personal story of struggling with her mental health.
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Michael Wolff - Landslide from 2021-08-17T12:00
'Landslide' is the final book in the trilogy of titles by journalist and author, Michael Wolff, chronicling Donald Trump’s time in office. Michael joined Ryan on the line from America to talk about...
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Domhnall Gleeson from 2021-08-16T12:00
Domhnall Gleeson is currently on stage in Edinburgh in 'Medicine' which will be making its way to Ireland later this year. He joined Ryan on the line from Scotland to talk about the Enda Walsh play...
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Domestic Abuse from 2021-08-16T12:00
After Ryan mentioned a terrible scene that unfolded in front of him in town, Denise Dunne from Adapt Domestic Abuse Services joined him on the line with some insight on what can be done as a bystan...
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Killian Donnelly - The Phantom of the Opera from 2021-08-13T12:00
Irish Tenor, Killian Donnelly, took to the stage in London’s West End on Wednesday night starring as the Phantom of the Opera. He joined Ryan on the line from the UK to talk about the return of mus...
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World Peace Begins in the Playground from 2021-08-13T12:00
Jack Curry is ten years old and recently wrote Ryan a very important letter. He joined Ryan on the line from France to share his message with all the teachers, parents and children in Ireland - "wo...
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Making Puppets! from 2021-08-12T21:11:26.583902
As a huge muppet fan, Ryan was delighted when a puppet arrived in the post from Ruadhán Gormally in Galway. Ruadhán is 16 years old and he joined Ryan on the line to talk about his love for the mup...
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Laura Weber - Irish Fashion Designer from 2021-08-12T21:11:26.582823
Dublin-native Laura Weber arrived in New York in 2013 with no job and nowhere to stay. She joined Ryan on the line from the Big Apple to share her incredible success story which has seen her work w...
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David Walliams from 2021-08-12T21:11:26.581165
The UK's biggest selling author, David Walliams, joined Ryan on the line from the UK to talk about his latest book ‘Mega Monster’ and answer questions from some of our younger listeners!
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Jim Morrison from 2021-08-12T21:11:26.578211
After Ryan mentioned the fifty year anniversary of Jim Morrison's death, Cathy got in touch to tell Ryan about the regular visitors to the apartment where he died, which is just across the street f...
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Adopting a Child in Vietnam from 2021-08-12T21:11:26.577391
Originally from Mayo, John Hennigan lives in Vietnam where he works as an English teacher. He joined Ryan on the line from Hanoi to talk about his experience of adopting a child as a single man in ...
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Annmarie Cullen from 2021-08-12T21:11:26.575752
Annmarie Cullen left Ireland 25 years ago to pursue a career in music in Los Angeles. This morning she joined Ryan in studio to talk about her early success, coming out in thirties and how she's no...
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Travellers and Education from 2021-08-12T21:11:26.573792
Jason Sherlock is a student in NUI Galway and he joined Ryan on the line to talk about what it was like to navigate the education system as an Irish Traveller and why it is so important to embrace ...
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Adam Andrusier - Two Hitlers and a Marilyn from 2021-08-12T21:11:26.572138
Adam Andrusier joined Ryan on the line from the UK to talk about how he turned his childhood hobby of collecting autographs into a career. His new book 'Two Hitlers and a Marilyn' chronicles his li...
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Books at One from 2021-08-12T12:00
Joanne Hunter and Greg Fletcher spoke to Ryan about 'Books at One' which aims to transform the role and function of bookshops in communities all over Ireland. For more info go to www.booksatone.ie ...
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Royd Tolkien - There's a Hole in My Bucket from 2021-08-11T12:00
Royd Tolkien is the great grandson of J. R. R. Tolkien, a name that is synonymous with fantastical adventures. He spoke to Ryan about his own adventure, completing a bucket list given to him by his...
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Food for Dogs from 2021-08-11T12:00
After Ryan spoke about healthy food for dogs, Martina got in touch to tell him about her dog Harry and how she started her own business 'Harry's Dog Bakey' that makes healthy canine treats!
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5K Histories from 2021-08-10T12:00
Many of us got a lot more familiar with our local areas during the lockdown but how much do we know about the history on our doorsteps? Stephen and Kev O'Brien are two bothers who decided to tackle...
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The Burning of Knockcroghery from 2021-08-10T12:00
Annmarie Murphy is a graphic designer living in Dublin but originally from Knockcroghery in Co Roscommon. She has just published her first children's book with a view to passing on a little piece o...
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Amie Doherty - Irish Composer from 2021-07-30T12:00
Amie Doherty is an Irish screen composer, based in LA, who has become the first woman to score an animated feature film for DreamWorks. She joined Oliver on the line from the US to talk about makin...
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TK Maxx Competition from 2021-07-30T12:00
To celebrate the opening of TK Maxx at Liffey Valley Shopping Centre, Gareth and Catherine joined Oliver on the line for the chance to win some vouchers for the store!
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Kinder Bueno Sausages from 2021-07-29T12:00
Stephen Larmer, from Larmer's Butchers in Monaghan, joined Oliver on the line to tell him all about their latest culinary curiosity; the Kinder Bueno sausage!
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Returning to Third Level Education from 2021-07-29T12:00
The last year has forced a lot of us to take stock of our lives and the direction we’re headed in. Claire Cullen joined Oliver on the line to talk about finding her way back to education, despite m...
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Bradley Garrett - Bunker: Building for the End Times from 2021-07-28T12:00
Explorer and geographer, Bradley Garrett, is the author of 'Bunker: Building for the End Times' and he spoke to Oliver about the world of preppers and how they plan to survive the coming apocalypse...
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Siobhan MacDonald - The Bride Collector from 2021-07-27T12:00
Siobhan MacDonald joined Oliver in studio to talk about her new book 'The Bride Collector' which follows a serial killer targeting brides-to-be in an Irish tourist town.
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Niamh Delmar - Counselling During Covid from 2021-07-26T12:00
Counselling Psychologist, Niamh Delmar, joined Oliver on the line to talk about her experience of the pandemic, how her clients handled the crisis and how people are coping with the reopening of so...
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Love After Lockdown from 2021-07-23T19:40:34.869854
The Soul Mate Coach, Jeanne Sullivan Billeci, joined Oliver on the line to tell him about her upcoming online event to help people find love as lockdown restrictions begin to lift!
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Róisín Murphy from 2021-07-23T19:40:34.869091
Architect, interior designer and presenter of 'Home Rescue', Róisín Murphy, told Oliver about tackling her own house after lockdowns, and ever-present teenagers, prompted a re-think on what she nee...
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Ed O'Loughlin - This Eden from 2021-07-23T19:40:34.867290
The tech world is never out of the news theses days, whether its hacking scandals, data leaks or scams. Author and journalist, Ed O'Loughlin, has captured all of this in his new book 'This Eden' an...
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Damien O'Meara - Tokyo 2020 Olympics from 2021-07-23T12:00
Damien joined Oliver live from Tokyo to give him the lowdown on what it's been like to travel to the Tokyo Olympics in the middle of a pandemic and what the mood in camp is like ahead of the games!
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Una Healy & Loah - The Heart of Saturday Night from 2021-07-23T12:00
The Heart of Saturday Night, hosted by Una Healy and Loah, will be beaming into our sitting rooms tomorrow night and they joined Oliver on the line to tell us what viewers can expect from their bra...
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Peter Philips - Humanity Dick from 2021-07-22T12:00
Peter Philips is the author of "Humanity Dick: Animal Rights Pioneer and Feared Duellist" and he joined Oliver on the line to make a case for Richard Martin to be acclaimed as the greatest ever Iri...
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Séamas O'Reilly - Did Ye Hear Mammy Died? from 2021-07-22T12:00
Derry born journalist Séamas O'Reilly joined Oliver on the line to talk about penning his heartwarming memoir "De Ye Hear Mammy Died?" which explores the effect the loss of his mother had on him an...
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West Side Story Coming to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre from 2021-07-21T12:00
Stephen Faloon, General Manager of the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, joined Oliver on the line to share the good news that 'West Side Story' is coming to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre for one night only...
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Taking on the Trolls from 2021-07-21T12:00
Online trolling has become headline news these days where anyone can become the target of abuse. Lisa McGowan is an insurance broker, and also the owner of the fashion lifestyle brand 'Lisa's Lust ...
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Dr Gwen Adshead - The Devil You Know from 2021-07-21T02:37:51.185161
Psychiatrist and Forensic Psychotherapist, Dr Gwen Adshead, has spent nearly two decades in Broadmoor, one of Britain's most notorious high-security psychiatric facilities. She joined Oliver on the...
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Jamie O'Connell - Diving for Pearls from 2021-07-21T02:37:51.183393
‘Diving For Pearls’ is the first novel by Jamie O’Connell. It tells the story of six people trying to navigate the magical but unforgiving city of Dubai and the death of a young woman which alters ...
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Jane Seymour from 2021-07-21T02:37:51.181132
Legend of cinema and screen, Jane Seymour, joined Oliver on the line from Dalkey to discuss her new series 'Harry Wild' which is currently filming in Ireland, her extraordinary career and barbecuin...
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Declan McElwaine - House Appliance Problems from 2021-07-20T12:00
Declan McElwaine from WEEE Ireland joined Oliver to take some questions on common house appliance problems.
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Carl Mullan and Karl Doyle - Go Outside and Play: Famous Locations from 2021-07-20T12:00
RTÉ's Carl Mullan and Karl Doyle spoke to Oliver about their new RTÉ Player series, 'Go Outside and Play: Famous Locations'.
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‘O Captain, My Captain’: One Teacher’s Hope for Change in the Irish Education System from 2021-07-19T12:00
Oliver spoke to Jennifer Horgan, Irish Examiner Secret Teacher Columnist, about her book ‘O Captain, My Captain’: One Teacher’s Hope for Change in the Irish Education System.
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Brianna Parkins on Irish Beaches from 2021-07-19T12:00
Oliver chats to Australian Journalist who is living in Ireland about Irish Beaches
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Elton John Competition from 2021-07-16T12:00
This week it was announced that Elton John will take his 'Farewell Yellow Brick Road' final tour to Páirc Uí Chaoimh in Cork on Friday July 1st 2022 and Emma O'Neill joined Ryan on the line for the...
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Aisling Bea from 2021-07-16T12:00
Actor, writer and comedian Aisling Bea joined Ryan on the line from the UK to talk about the new series of her critically acclaimed comedy-drama series ' This Way Up'.
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Samantha Barry - Interviewing Jill Biden from 2021-07-15T12:00
Editor-in-chief of Glamour magazine, Samantha Barry, joined Ryan on the line from the US to talk about her latest trip to the White House where she got to interview the First Lady.
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Barretstown from 2021-07-15T12:00
Back in 2018, in the midst of Toy Show madness, Ryan met Áine Ryan in the corridors of RTÉ and became pals for life. This morning Áine and her mum Patricia joined Ryan on the line to talk about the...
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Georgia Pritchett - My Mess is a Bit of a Life from 2021-07-14T12:00
Georgia Pritchett has written for TV shows like 'Spitting Image', 'Veep' and 'Succession'. With a raft of awards under her belt including Emmys, BAFTAs and Golden Globes, Georgia has taken a break ...
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Drug Use in Rural Ireland from 2021-07-13T12:00
The drug epidemic is often thought of as an urban issue but recent reports show that it is a growing problem in parts of rural Ireland. Graham McCormack has firsthand experience of the harm drugs c...
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Andrea Mara - All Her Fault from 2021-07-12T12:00
Author Andrea Mara joined Ryan in studio to talk about her new book 'All Her Fault' which tells the story of a missing child and every parent's worst nightmare.
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Donald Trump's 'Save America' Rally from 2021-06-29T12:00
Donald Trump returned to the rally circuit in Ohio last weekend and the crowds that flocked to see him welcomed him with open arms. Suzanne Lynch is the Washington Correspondent with The Irish Time...
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Paul Howard from 2021-06-28T12:00
Author, journalist and creator of the hugely popular 'Ross O'Carroll Kelly' series, Paul Howard, joined Ryan in studio to talk about penning his new children's book in the pandemic and what it was ...
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RTÉ Toy Show Appeal from 2021-06-25T12:00
The RTÉ Toy Show Appeal raised a staggering €6.6m last November and an estimated 635,690 children and their families will benefit from 55 projects across Ireland as a result of the money raised. Mu...
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Kabin Kids from 2021-06-25T12:00
Director of First Music Contact, Angela Dorgan, got in touch after hearing MC Tiny to talk about the amazing work being done by Kabin Kids who opened Ireland Music Week for them back in 2019.
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Nancy Tucker - The First Day of Spring from 2021-06-24T12:00
'The First Day of Spring' is the début novel by Nancy Tucker and tells the unsettling story of Chrissie, an eight-year-old responsible for the murder of another child. Nancy joined Ryan on the line...
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Specialist Equipment Needed by Carers from 2021-06-23T12:00
We had a huge response to yesterday's interview with Kate Healy Nolan who spoke to Ryan about her struggle to source specialist equipment for her daughter Penelope. This morning Brenda O'Connell Ba...
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Katie Healy Nolan - Caring for Penelope from 2021-06-22T12:00
Katie Healy Nolan spoke to Ryan on the Late Late Show last May about the challenges facing careers and calling for supports. Katie's daughter Penelope has a rare health condition and requires full ...
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Kin of Kweens from 2021-06-21T12:00
A new documentary called 'Kin of Kweens' tell the story of a Cork-based drag family called 'Mockie Ah'. Haus mother, Candy Warhol, and the only girl in the family, Maud Gone Wrong, feature in the d...
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Magnet Fishing from 2021-06-18T12:00
People took up lots of new hobbies during lockdown and Emma Brady joined Ryan on the line to tell him about her unusual pass time; magnet fishing!
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Trina O'Connor - Criminologist from 2021-06-17T12:48:44.478612
Community criminologist Trina O'Connor joined Ryan on the line to talk about the nuanced world of criminology, and combining her thirst for knowledge with a hunger to help.
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Working as a Barrister from 2021-06-17T12:48:44.476684
Aoife McNickle joined Ryan on the line to talk about her work as a barrister and the history behind the wigs, gowns and collars associated with court dress.
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Reuben Hester from 2021-06-17T12:48:44.475391
Originally from the UK, Reuben Hester moved to Enniscorthy when he was two years old. At the age of sixteen, Reuben left school and busked around Europe. He has just launched his solo career with a...
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Meeting Jimmy Carter from 2021-06-17T12:48:44.474488
After Ryan mentioned the 39th President of the United States, Monica got in touch to tell him about meeting the man himself and how he was just one of many US Presidents she's encountered down thro...
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Faithlegg House Competition from 2021-06-17T12:48:44.473279
Monica joined Ryan on the line for the chance to win a wonderful trip to Faithlegg House Hotel.
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Jenny Healy - Irish Sign Language from 2021-06-17T12:48:44.472630
Calum Geary's appearance on the Late Late Show last week moved many people including Jenny Healy who works as an Irish Sign Language teacher. Jenny joined Ryan on the line to talk about her work an...
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Cian McCarthy - From Blackrock to Broadway from 2021-06-17T12:00
Cian McCarthy hails from Blackrock in Cork and he spoke to Ryan from Australia to tell him about his extraordinary career which includes four years as musical director of 'The Book of Mormon' on Br...
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Ryan Gosling from 2021-06-17T12:00
Yesterday Ryan recommended the film 'Page Eight' but this morning Sharon got in touch to explain why she found her attention drifting towards 'Crazy, Stupid, Love' instead...
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Clive Clarke - Cardiac Arrest on the Pitch from 2021-06-16T12:00
The Euro 2020 tournament was brought to a standstill on Saturday following the collapse of Christian Eriksen after he suffered cardiac arrest. For former Irish international footballer, Clive Clark...
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Miriam Brady - If Memory Serves Me Wrong from 2021-06-15T12:00
Miriam Brady and Ronan Smith are well known in the entertainment business. From Glenroe to Riverdance, they’ve been involved in the Irish theatre industry for many years. Miriam has become Ronan’s ...
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Keeping Fit & Climbing Carrauntoohil from 2021-06-14T12:00
With gyms re-opening and more people getting active outdoors, personal trainer Karl Henry joined Ryan in studio to talk about keeping fit and doing it safely. And Madeline Walsh from Mountain Adven...
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Just Eat Competition from 2021-06-11T12:00
Olivia and Isla joined Oliver on the line for the chance to win a Just Eat gift card!
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See Yourself on Screen Challenge from 2021-06-11T12:00
The British Film Institute is running a competition for children aged 4 to 18 living in Ireland the UK. It's called the 'See Yourself on Screen Challenge' and TG4 and BBC presenter, Caoimhe Ní Chat...
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Overcoming Struggles from 2021-06-10T12:00
Daryl and Cormac Noonan are brothers who have both overcome individual struggles with their mental health. They spoke to Oliver about battling Daryl's addictions and Cormac's search for acceptance ...
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Look Good Feel Better from 2021-05-31T12:00
Bríd Dunne joined Oliver on the line to tell him about her experience of being diagnosed with breast cancer last July, and how Irish charity 'Look Good Feel Better' helped her feel like her real se...
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Thaddea Graham - Netflix Series "The Irregulars" from 2021-05-31T01:54:10.338619
Ryan spoke with Northern Irish actress Thaddea Graham who stars in the new Netflix series “The Irregulars”, about a gang of street urchins who investigate crimes for none other than Sherlock Holmes...
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Every Child a Reader from 2021-05-28T12:00
Last year’s Toy Show raised over six million euro and some of that money has gone towards a really fantastic project that aims to get every child in Ireland reading. Elaina Ryan is the CEO of Child...
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1845: Memento Mori from 2021-05-28T12:00
Irish artist Paula Stokes has spent years making 1,845 hand-blown glass potatoes as part of a memorial dedicated to the Irish potato famine. She told Ryan all about the project which will launch at...
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Castleknock Hotel Competition from 2021-05-28T12:00
Emma joined Ryan on the line to take part in our quiz in the hope of winning a family break in Castleknock Hotel.
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Julian Sancton - Madhouse at the End of the Earth from 2021-05-27T12:00
There were a huge number of Arctic and Antarctic explorers at the turn of the twentieth century that often found themselves marooned in ice for years on end. Julian Sanction has written about one o...
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Climbing Carrauntoohil from 2021-05-27T12:00
After Ryan mentioned the possibility of embarking upon an expedition to the top of Carrauntoohil, Madeline Walsh from Mountain Adventure Walks joined Ryan on the line to tell him what to expect and...
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Martin Dunne - National Ambulance Service from 2021-05-26T12:00
Martin Dunne, Director of the National Ambulance Service, joined Ryan in studio to look back on the great work carried out during the early days of the Covid crisis, as well as the ongoing, tireles...
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Megan Cusack from 2021-05-25T12:00
Megan Cusack has gone from Skibbereen to London's East End, playing Irish nurse Nancy Corrigan in one of the UK's most popular TV dramas 'Call the Midwife'. She joined Ryan on the line to tell him ...
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Call the Midwife from 2021-05-25T12:00
After Ryan spoke to Megan, fans of 'Call the Midwife' Audrey Russell and Prof. Paul Horan got in touch. Audrey's mother Bonnie worked as a midwife in Mullingar and Prof. Paul Horan works in the Sch...
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Ian Robertson - How Confidence Works from 2021-05-24T12:00
Clinical Psychologist and a Neuroscientist, Ian Robertson, has been exploring the topic of confidence in his new book 'How Confidence Works'. He joined Ryan in studio to talk about confidence; what...
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Michael Moloney - All That I Do from 2021-05-21T12:00
Michael Moloney was one of the stars of last year's Toy Show with his performance of 'Giants' alongside Dermot Kennedy himself. Michael Joined Ryan on the line to talk about penning his debut singl...
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Carton House Hotel Competition from 2021-05-21T12:00
Caitriona joined Ryan on the line to take part in our quiz in the hope of winning a break in Carton House Hotel in Kildare!
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Challenges Facing Pilots from 2021-05-20T12:00
Lisa Cusack spoke to Ryan back in 2017 about her ambition to become a pilot by the time she turned 30. This morning Lisa told Ryan about the challenges facing pilots as the industry she’s worked so...
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Dignity - A Celebration of Bob Dylan at 80 from 2021-05-20T12:00
Deputy Chief of Mission at the American Embassy, Chris Wurst, joined Ryan on the line to talk about the upcoming 'Dignity' livestream on 24th May to mark Bob Dylan’s 80th Birthday.
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Sound Engineer on My Octopus Teacher from 2021-05-19T12:00
My Octopus Teacher won Best Documentary at this year's Academy Awards and tells the story of Craig Foster's unusual friendship with an octopus living in a South African kelp forest. Barry Donnelly ...
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Lola's Lampshades from 2021-05-19T12:00
Aoife O'Donoghue is the creator behind Lola's Lampshades and she joined Ryan on the line to tell him how a life-changing illness lead to the birth of her business.
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Virtual Hug Tattoo from 2021-05-18T12:00
Friend of the show Cian Power joined Ryan on the line to talk about what college life in UCC is looking like at the moment and to tell Ryan about the inspiration behind his brand new tattoo!
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Toxic Relationships from 2021-05-18T12:00
A team of 24 socially conscious secondary school students from Mercy Secondary School in Tralee were crowned the overall title winners of Young Social Innovators of the Year Ireland 2021. Róise O'D...
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Hate Crime from 2021-05-17T12:00
A recent Corrie storyline centered around a vicious attack on a young couple, targeted for looking different, is based on the horrific attack on Sophie Lancaster and her boyfriend in 2007. Sophie's...
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Beating Cancer For A Third Time from 2021-05-17T12:00
Friend of the show Shannen Joyce joined Ryan on the line from Cork with some good news on how she's doing having been given the all-clear after battling cancer for the third time.
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Disinformation from 2021-05-15T02:27:25.589252
Today's the day we try and trick one another with tall tales and fake news but for Marianna Spring it's just another day in the office. Marianna works as a disinformation and social media reporter ...
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Amy De Bhrún - Line of Duty from 2021-05-15T02:27:25.586345
Line of Duty is back on our screens with its sixth series about police anti-corruption unit AC-12 and viewers are hooked. Irish actress Amy De Bhrún joined Ryan on the line to talk about her role o...
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Reeling in the Years 2010 - 2019 from 2021-05-15T02:27:25.583911
Producer John O'Regan joined Ryan live in studio ahead of the new series of "Reeling in the Years" which will be back on our televisions next Sunday. Katie Taylor to Kodaline, from Mrs Brown's Boy...
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"The Pain in The Chest" - Children and Anxiety from 2021-05-15T02:27:25.582208
Áine Murray, a primary school teacher and psychology graduate, who has written a new book for children to help them handle anxiety, titled "The Pain in The Chest". She joined Ryan on the line to te...
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"Dublin's Girl" Author Eimear Lawlor from 2021-05-15T02:27:25.580350
Author Eimear Lawlor joined Ryan on the phone to talk about the tragic loss of her daughter and how it led to writing her debut novel "Dublin's Girl", a story about a farm girl from Cavan, who went...
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River Lee Hotel Competition from 2021-05-14T12:00
Gillian joined Ryan on the line to take part in our quiz in the hope of winning a family break in the River Lee Hotel in beautiful Cork.
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Myles Dungan - Four Killings from 2021-05-13T12:00
Presenter of 'The History Show', Myles Dungan, has taken a deep dive into his family history for his new book 'Four Killings'. He joined Ryan on the line to talk about the book and the four murders...
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International Nurses Day from 2021-05-12T12:00
Today is International Nurses Day, a day when the extraordinary contributions that nurses make to society is recognised. Ken Healy joined Ryan on the line to pay tribute to his late mother Betty wh...
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Single and Trying to Buy a House from 2021-05-11T12:00
Jenn Gannon joined Ryan on the line to talk about the struggle facing single people when it comes to trying to buy a home of their own.
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Little Dolls of Love from 2021-05-10T12:00
Amanda Larkin told Ryan why she is looking for 796 baby dolls which will serve as a visual representation of the babies that died in the Mother and Baby home in Tuam.
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Dating with a Difference from 2021-04-30T12:00
Izzy Bartak – Healy was on the phone to chat about her new project "Izzy Match Bizzy" and how she’s helping people find love through Instangram.
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Diane Collins - Behind The Mask from 2021-04-29T12:00
Diane Collins, a mother of one who is expecting her second child was recently flattened with her husband's diagnosis of stage 4 melanoma. She spoke to Ryan about life as a community Garda and how t...
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Youth Workers from 2021-04-28T12:00
It’s National Youth Workers week and so we're taking the time to acknowledge the extraordinary work that the Youth Workers of this country do. Ryan spoke with Declan Keenan from ‘Just Ask’ in Dubli...
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Dr Rhona Mahony - Life and Loss from 2021-04-27T12:00
Former Master of the National Maternity Hospital, Dr Rhona Mahony spoke of her personal experience with life and loss and her a new venture to help older people stay in their homes in later life.
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The Struggles of Deaf Children and their Parents in Ireland from 2021-04-26T12:00
Andrew Geary, father of 12 year old twin boys Donnacha and Calum, joined Ryan on the phone to talk about the challenges that face Calum, who was confirmed deaf at the age of three.
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Beating Addiction - Cillian Sheil from 2021-04-22T12:00
Cillian Sheil went from living the high life as a model in London and working with Kylie Minogue to a destructive life of drink and drug addiction. He joined Ryan on the phone to talk about how and...
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Health Workers Choir - David Brophy from 2021-04-21T12:00
Conductor David Brophy, RTÉ and Tyrone Productions have come together to produce a three-part documentary series that will follow the creation of a nationwide choir made up of healthcare workers. D...
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Mike O Donnell - Court Room Artist from 2021-04-20T12:00
Mike O Donnell is a court room artist who after a lifelong fascination with faces chose to swap the classroom for the courtroom. He joined Ryan on the phone to tell him how he started his unique ca...
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"White City" - Author Kevin Power from 2021-04-19T12:00
"White City" is the latest novel from author Kevin Power, who in 2008 had success with his debut "A Bad Day in Blackrock". Kevin spoke to Ryan about his interest in the south Dublin affluent world ...
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Ashlee Casserly - Zombie House Flipping from 2021-04-16T12:00
Ashlee Casserly, the Irishwoman who became an unlikely reality TV star ‘Zombie House Flipping’ tells Ryan about life in Orlando and how a role on the hit TV show came about.
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"Boy 11963" - The Life Story of John Cameron from 2021-04-15T12:00
‘Boy 11963’ is the memoir of former teacher John Cameron who at only five months old, was abandoned in a Dublin orphanage. Now in his mid-eighties, John tells his story, with the help of his daught...
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Air Ambulance from 2021-04-15T01:51:34.538734
In 2019, Irish Community Rapid Response started a charity funded helicopter to provide emergency medical care to people who need it around the country. Donagh Verling is the Chief Pilot with the A...
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Conspiracy Theories from 2021-04-15T01:51:34.494521
Stephen Murphy is Assistant Professor in Marketing in Trinity College Dublin and he joined Ryan on the line to help make sense of how conspiracy theories can flourish online and why people believe,...
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Electric Ireland Smart Competition from 2021-04-15T01:51:34.493789
We've teamed up with Electric Ireland this week to mark the rollout of Smart Meters, which are going to change everything about the way you use electricity. To celebrate we have €1,000 worth of sma...
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Linda Martin - Rescue Dogs from 2021-04-15T01:51:34.491342
Eurovision legend Linda Martin has been looking after and re-homing dogs for years and she joined Ryan on the line to talk about her search for premises for a new Dublin-based dog pound.
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Roisin Kiberd - The Disconnect from 2021-04-15T01:51:34.489683
Dublin writer Roisin Kiberd spoke to Ryan about her new book 'The Disconnect'. This collection of essays explores the dystopian aspects of life with technology which can be as unsettling and distur...
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Stacey Solomon from 2021-04-15T01:51:34.486241
Stacey Solomon's career has spanned the X-Factor to Loose Women and everything in between. She joined Ryan on the line to tell him all about her new book 'Tap to Tidy' which is a guide to organisin...
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Philosophy in Schools from 2021-04-15T01:51:34.483273
Emily Gaines is fifteen and a winner of last year's UCD Irish Young Philosopher Award. She joined Ryan on the line, alongside her teacher Susan Andrews, to talk about the importance of teaching phi...
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Singing Backing Vocals for Imelda May from 2021-04-15T01:51:34.480968
In 2011 Hannah Roddy, aged eight, performed on the Toy Show singing 'Johnny Got a Boom Boom' while dressed as Imelda May. This morning Hannah joined Ryan for a catch-up to fill him in on how she en...
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Cahir Women of History from 2021-04-15T01:51:34.479940
Last night Josephine O’Neill and the Cahir Women’s History Group took to the streets to put up plaques that commemorate woman from the town who contributed to life in Cahir over the centuries. She ...
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Brían F. O'Byrne - My New York Year from 2021-04-15T01:51:34.478402
Award winning actor Brían F. O'Byrne has starred in 'Doubt' 'Love/ Hate' and 'Little Boy Blue' to name but a few, and he joined Ryan on the line from the West of Ireland to talk about his latest fi...
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Nazi Hunter from 2021-04-14T12:00
Those who took part in the systematic murder of six million Jews in Europe are now over the age of 90. As the last Nazi hunter tracking down the last surviving Nazis from the Holocaust, Dr. Efraim ...
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Living with a Dry Drunk from 2021-04-13T12:00
Counselor and therapist Brian Synott from Tiglin was on the phone to talk about the term "Dry Drunk" and the challenges of living with a recovering addict. For more information contact Al-Anon conf...
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Celebrities During Covid - Diane Negra from 2021-04-12T12:00
Professor of Film Studies and Screen Culture in UCD, Diane Negra, spoke to Ryan about how celeb culture has been weakened due to lack of outlet (films, gigs etc), and how contemporary influencers h...
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Living in Luxembourg from 2021-04-07T03:18:43.933999
After Ryan mentioned the crime drama series 'Capitani' which is set in Luxembourg, Aoife got in touch to tell Ryan what it's like living nearby where the series is set.
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Animal Thieves on the Golf Course from 2021-03-31T12:00
After Ryan mentioned the stories about the thieving ravens yesterday, Roy got in touch from St Andrews Links in Scotland where he's observed the rooks and ravens stealing snacks from golfers. And P...
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Fundraising for the Irish Cancer Society from 2021-03-30T12:00
Ross O’Keeney turns 17 today and he joined Ryan on the line to tell him about the extraordinary amount of money he has raised for the Irish Cancer Society in honour of his dad, Ronan, who passed aw...
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Rónán Hession - Leonard and Hungry Paul from 2021-03-30T12:00
Author Ronán Hession spoke to Ryan about his debut novel ‘Leonard and Hungry Paul’ which has been named as the Dublin One City One Book selection for April.
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The Samaritans from 2021-03-29T12:00
Aileen Spitere is the Deputy Director of Samaritans Ireland and she joined Ryan on the line from Cork to talk about how she started volunteering for the Samaritans and the important work they do, o...
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Petfix Club Competition from 2021-03-29T12:00
Petfix Club is an Irish online subscription-based community of pet lovers, for pet lovers. Daithí joined Ryan on the line in the hope of winning a Samsung tablet and some great Petfix Club prizes!
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Michelle Dunne - While Nobody Is Watching from 2021-03-26T12:00
Michelle Dunne from Cork was a soldier in the army for five years and served with the UN in the Lebanon. She joined Oliver on the line to tell him about this experience that changed her life forever.
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Matt Haig - The Midnight Library from 2021-03-25T12:00
Novelist and journalist Matt Haig joined Oliver on the line to talk about his new best-seller 'The Midnight Library' which tells the story of wishing for a better life and realising that what you h...
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Weighted Blankets from 2021-03-25T12:00
Emer Flannery told Oliver about picking up a needle and thread, when she was having difficulty sleeping during the pandemic, and making herself a weighted blanket, and how this has blossomed into h...
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Orsola De Castro - Loved Clothes Last from 2021-03-24T12:00
Orsola De Castro set up a global movement in 2013 called 'Fashion Revolution' advocating for change in the fashion industry. She joined Oliver on the line to tell him why we need to rethink our app...
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Vintage Fashion in Vincent's from 2021-03-24T12:00
After hearing the discussion on sustainable fashion, Clare got in touch to tell Oliver about the vintage shop they have set up in Vincent's charity shop in Terenure.
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Orla Chennaoui from 2021-03-23T12:00
Derry native, Orla Chennaoui is a sports broadcaster for EuroSport. She has covered practically every major sporting event from the Olympic Games to the Tour de France, and joined Oliver on the lin...
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Derek Scally - The Best Catholics in the World from 2021-03-22T13:00
Derek Scally has been the Berlin correspondent with the Irish Times since he moved there in 2000. He joined Oliver on the line from Germany to talk about how his new surroundings gave him the persp...
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Acquired Brain Injury from 2021-03-19T13:00
In 2019 Rosie Mangan was a passenger in a car involved in a serious accident which left her in an induced coma for a month. She joined Oliver on the line to talk about her road to recovery.
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Dictionary of Irish Biography from 2021-03-18T13:00
Journalist, and anchor of the Six One, David McCullagh joined Oliver in studio to talk about the Dictionary of Irish Biography and some of the fascinating stories of the people contained within it.
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Family Farm Succession from 2021-03-16T13:00
Clare O'Keeffe is a farmer, mediator and tutor, and she spoke to Ryan about the difficulties and challenges that can arise in the area of farm succession.
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Farms and Inheritance from 2021-03-15T13:00
Ryan read an email from a listener about the anger and heartbreak that can arise over the issue of inheritance.
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Stalking Ordeal from 2021-03-15T13:00
The topic of women's safety has been a huge talking point over the last week. Eve McDowell spoke to Ryan from Galway about the terrifying stalking ordeal she went through in 2019.
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Feis Ceoil from 2021-03-12T13:00
Peter Ryan was just 12-years-old when he wowed with his stunning violin performance on the Late Late Show in January of last year. He joined Ryan on the line this morning to talk about his love of ...
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Power hose from 2021-03-12T13:00
David Shorthall is a garden designer and horticultural consultant and he joined Ryan on the line to impart some words of wisdom on the important matter of the power hose.
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Access Cinema from 2021-03-11T13:00
Access Cinema is a group that supports community film groups and arts centres around the country. Documentary-maker Ken Wardrop and James Sheerin from the Clones Film Festival spoke to Ryan about t...
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Ashley Audrain - The Push from 2021-03-10T13:00
Ashley Audrain spoke to Ryan from Canada about her new novel 'The Push' which is a tense thriller that explores the darker side of motherhood.
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The Window Woman from 2021-03-10T13:00
After Ryan spoke about his experience with a power hose, Aisling the Window Woman joined him on the line with a little professional advice!
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Ruth Coker Burks - All The Young Men from 2021-03-06T00:28:52.338070
Ruth Coker Burks is someone who has defied disapproval in America’s Deep South to help and care for men with Aids since the 1980s. She joined Ryan on the line from the US to tell her remarkable sto...
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Sylvanian Drama from 2021-03-06T00:28:52.335564
A bizarre social media trend involving Sylvanian Families has taken off which features the toy animals in soap-opera-style storylines. Thea from Kildare is the person behind the drama and she joine...
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Aoife's Clown Doctors from 2021-03-06T00:28:52.333823
Aine Hendrick told Ryan about the extraordinary efforts of Orlaith, Amy and Lauren from Malahide who walked 42km, within their 5k, to raise money for Aoife's Clown Doctors. Aine told Ryan about the...
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Chupi Sweetman from 2021-03-06T00:28:52.332958
Chupi Sweetman is the founder of the international jewellery business 'Chupi' and she joined Ryan on the line to talk about the continuing success and demand for her jewellery in the face of the gl...
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Small Town Shops from 2021-03-06T00:28:52.311717
After Ryan mentioned the joy of small town shops that can sell you anything from a fishing net to a fruitcake, Meree got in touch to tell him all about her wonderful mother-in-law Maureen and the s...
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The Disappearance of Richey Edwards from 2021-03-06T00:28:52.309455
The Manic Street Preachers’ guitarist Richard Edwards disappeared on the 1st of February 1995. For 26 years his family have campaigned for information of his whereabouts and his sister Rachel joine...
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Adam King - Virtual Hug Cards from 2021-03-06T00:28:52.305907
One of the stars of last year's Toy Show was Adam King with his virtual hug. Adam and his dad David told Ryan all about Adam's 'Virtual Hug' cards and what they've been up to since that magical night.
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Paul Oakley Stovall from 2021-03-06T00:28:52.298299
American actor Paul Oakley Stovall plays George Washington in the first national tour of ‘Hamilton’ and he joined Ryan on the line from Cork to talk about following in the footsteps of historical f...
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A Journey Together from 2021-03-06T00:28:52.295589
In 2013 Rachel Drury moved from Ireland to Australia to start a new life. It was here that she met Des from Roscommon and fell head over heels. Rachel talked to Ryan how about how an unexpected ill...
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Kids Know Stuff from 2021-02-26T13:00
Grace and Amelia joined Ryan on the line to catch up on what's going on in their worlds, and to take part in our 'Kids Know Stuff' competition.
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Megan Nolan - Acts of Desperation from 2021-02-25T13:00
Waterford native Megan Nolan's début novel 'Acts of Desperation' tells the story of a twenty something woman in a very toxic relationship. Megan joined Ryan on the line from London to talk about th...
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National Day of Reading from 2021-02-24T13:00
Marian Higgins is County Librarian for Kildare and the President of the Library Association of Ireland. She spoke to Ryan about the joy of reading, especially in these trying times, and why our fir...
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You Are My Sunshine from 2021-02-23T13:00
After Ryan mentioned a story about someone being overheard singing 'You Are My Sunshine' through the window of a nursing home, Meabh got in touch wondering if perhaps she was the person that had b...
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Overcoming Stalker Ordeal from 2021-02-23T13:00
Una Ring spoke to Ryan about the terrifying ordeal she went through when a former colleague became obsessed with her and subjected her to a chilling campaign of harassment.
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Life in a Day 2020 from 2021-02-22T13:00
'Life in a Day 2020' is a documentary that captures what life was like around the world on a single day last year. The film was produced by Ridley Scott and directed by Kevin Macdonald and Ann Mari...
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Wild Summits from 2021-02-19T13:00
Mark Keogh is an outdoor educator and he told Ryan about his adventure and education company 'Wild Summits' which runs school expeditions on the mountainous Irish landscapes.
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The Irish Bee Gee Connection from 2021-02-18T13:00
Tommy Naughton is second cousin once removed to legendary Bee Gee Barry Gibb. He joined Ryan on the line to explain the connection and how he hopes to someday welcome Barry to his ancestral home in...
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Hugh Bonneville from 2021-02-18T13:00
Star of Downton Abbey and Paddington, Hugh Bonneville, spoke to Ryan about portraying beloved children's author Roald Dahl in the Sky Arts film 'To Olivia' and how he's been helping out with the va...
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Michael Dowling - After the Roof Caved In from 2021-02-17T13:00
Michael Dowling grew up in a thatched cottage in the rural village of Knockaderry in West Limerick. He joined Ryan on the line from New York to share his incredible story which saw him go from penn...
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Smart Cooking from 2021-02-16T13:00
Ryan recently posted some pictures of his caramel slices on Instagram and the recipe he was following from the 'Smart Cooking' cookbook. Marita McGeady is one of the authors of the secondary school...
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Beekeeping from 2021-02-16T13:00
In 2018 Mark spoke to Ryan about the sudden death of his wife Liane. Today Mark told Ryan how his wife's gift of a beekeeping course has turned into his business and passion after he set up 'OpenHi...
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How Pandemics Shape History from 2021-02-15T13:00
It can sometimes feel like there's no end in sight for the COVID-19 pandemic. However historian David Dickson joined Ryan on the line to explain that this isn't the first time Ireland has battled t...
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Going for Gold from 2021-02-15T13:00
After Ryan mentioned the quiz show 'Going for Gold', George got in touch to explain how he ended up as a contestant on the show back in 1993.
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Social Dancing from 2021-02-12T13:00
Ann is from Cavan and in her sixties. She has been single for the past twenty years and she told Ryan about her love of social dances and how she's been missing them over the past year.
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Tech2Students from 2021-02-11T13:00
Remote learning can be hard for school children at the best of times but when there's little or no access to a laptop in the home the stress levels can rocket. The Tech2Students initiative is tryin...
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Psychological Effects of Lockdown from 2021-02-11T13:00
NUI Galway’s Department of Psychology is looking for people to take part in a study regarding their experience of lockdown. Dr. Jonathan Egan joined Ryan on the line to discuss the different ways l...
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Film Festival in a Lighthouse from 2021-02-10T13:00
Lisa Enroth works as an emergency nurse in Sweden and joined Ryan on the line to tell him about winning an unusual prize which saw her travelling to a remote lighthouse to watch the films that woul...
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Cellist Patrick Dexter from 2021-02-10T13:00
Patrick Dexter is a cellist who has been recording videos of his performances from one of the most scenic parts of Ireland. He spoke to Ryan from Mayo about how his music has reached millions of pe...
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Shannen Joyce from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Friend of the show Shannen Joyce joined Ryan on the line from Cork having just finished her chemotherapy treatment and beaten cancer for the third time!
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Michael & Mike Parkinson - Like Father, Like Son from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
‘Like Father, Like Son’ is the new book by Michael Parkinson, co-written with his son Mike. It’s an affectionate and revealing memoir exploring the influences which shaped three generations of Park...
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Dawn French - Because of You from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
'Because of You' is the fourth novel by Dawn French. It tells the story of a baby being abducted by a distraught woman from a maternity hospital and how that act goes on to change many lives. Dawn ...
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Shane Dunphy – Stories from the Margins from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Through his long career in child protection and as an author, Shane Dunphy has highlighted the systems and shortcomings that put too many people on the periphery of society. Shane spoke to Ryan abo...
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Ireland's Own from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After Ryan mentioned the Ireland's Own Christmas annual, Jean got in touch to tell Ryan about the important role the magazine played in her life!
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The 2 Johnnies - C’Mere and I Tell Ya from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
From making funny videos on their smart phones to topping the Irish podcast charts, the 2 Johnnies have come a long, long way from Tipperary. After a TV series, nine number one singles and numerous...
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Vinyl Records from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With shops re-opening for business today and news of Golden Discs launching a brand new store, Ryan spoke to Don Harris about his love of vinyl records.
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Beauty and the Beast Competition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Disney's Beauty and the Beast will take to the stage of the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in July 2021. Lorraine and Tara joined Oliver on the line for the chance to win tickets to the show!
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Thank You to the Best Neighbours from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Sharon Lynch got in touch with a special message of thanks to the McKiernan family who live close by her parents and have been so kind to them throughout the Covid crisis.
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Russian Time Capsule from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Sophie Curran, and her friend Conor McClory, were out checking the surf in Gweedore last Sunday when they stumbled across what turned out to be a Russian time capsule. Sophie joined Oliver on the l...
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RTÉ Concert Orchestra Winter Sessions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This month the RTÉ Concert Orchestra Winter Sessions include a John Lennon tribute, hits from the musicals, a Christmas special with an Irish flavour and a Viennese New Year’s Day celebration. Cond...
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Ruth Medjber - Twilight Together from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After the first lockdown put a halt to Ruth Medjber's work as a music photographer, she turned her attention to a new photography project. Ruth joined Oliver on the line to talk about how her pictu...
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Finding Your Soul Mate from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Having found love online some years ago, Jeanne Sullivan Billeci spent lockdown writing a book inspired by her experience and what she learned along the way. She joined Oliver on the line from Cork...
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US Presidential Election from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After a dramatic night of vote-counting, and with the result of the US Presidential Election still unknown, Oliver was joined on the line by listeners at home and abroad to get their take on the un...
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Letter Writing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Oliver spoke to Alison Deane on Monday after she had been left with a box of around 300 letters that her late parents wrote to each other when they were young and wasn't sure what to do with them. ...
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13 Years Sober from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Siobhan Murray is a psychotherapist and author of 'The Burnout Solution', This week she's celebrating a special anniversary that changed her life. She told Oliver about her 13-year anniversary of b...
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Parent's Letters from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Back in November Alison got in touch to tell Oliver about a box of around 300 letters that her late parents wrote to each other when they were young. At the time Alison was unsure whether or not sh...
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Community Kindness from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
One good thing to come from the pandemic is that many people are getting to know their neighbours and their local community for the first time. Kate is a primary school teacher who has been living ...
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Bram Stoker Festival from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This Halloween you can still bring all kinds of scary, spooky creatures into your home with the help of RTÉ Culture and the Bram Stoker Festival, who have a host of activities and experiences onlin...
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Trick Our Street from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
May, Charlie and Isabel all joined Ryan on the line to take part in the 'Trick Our Street' competition which is taking place across RTÉ Radio 1, 2FM, RnaG and lyric fm today.
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Stephen Fry - Troy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Actor, broadcaster and writer, Stephen Fry, joined Ryan to talk about his latest project. It's a trilogy of tales that re-tells the Greek classics and 'Troy' is the final installment in this best-s...
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I Know Stuff Competition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Grace joined Ryan on the line to take part in "I Know Stuff" in the hopes of winning a book token!
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Hope After Loss from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Three years ago we got a letter that captured the sort of community spirit we are very good at in difficult times. Despite dealing with heartbreaking loss, the letter contained a message of gratitu...
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Adam Kay - Kay’s Anatomy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Adam Kay has written bestselling books about life as a junior doctor. His new book is a gruesome guide to human anatomy for kids, revealing the weird and wonderful secrets about our fabulously frea...
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Old Ireland in Colour from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Old Ireland in Colour celebrates the rich history of Ireland through the colour restoration of stunning images from all walks of Irish life. Dr. Sarah-Anne Buckley joined Ryan on the line to tell h...
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Bob Woodward from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In his fifty years as a journalist, Bob Woodward has written twenty books and covered nine presidents. The scope and depth of his work has earned him a unique place in politics and journalism. His ...
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Mother and Baby Home from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Clare joined Ryan, alongside her daughter Deborah, to talk about the circumstances that lead her to giving birth to Deborah in Bessborough Mother and Baby Home and how a simple act of kindness chan...
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Dr Keith Gaynor - Level 5 Restrictions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
People are understandably worried and anxious as we face into Level 5 restrictions and Senior Clinical Psychologist, Dr Keith Gaynor, joined Ryan on the line to help us get ours heads around what w...
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Gwen Layden - George's Street Arcade from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Back in March Ryan spoke about the decision taken to suspend the rents of the numerous businesses in George's Street Arcade. This morning Ryan talked to Gwen Layden, landlord of George's Arcade, ab...
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Vogue Williams from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
There are so many people overseas worrying about whether or not they’ll make it home to see their beloved families in the coming months after so long apart. Vogue Williams is one such person and sh...
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Mother and Daughter Carers of the Year from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Many families follow in each other’s footsteps when it comes to careers and vocations. Mother and daughter Ann and Sabrina Boyd spoke to Ryan about their work as carers which has seen them both rec...
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Books and Bucks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Saoirse and Neassa are sisters aged 13 and 11 from Louth who love reading. They joined Ryan on the line to tell him how an episode of Dragon's Den inspired them to launch their own business called ...
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Emily In Paris from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After Ryan mentioned the new TV show 'Emily in Paris' and the concept of "hate watching", Ruth got in touch to share her thoughts on the programme as an Irish woman living in France!
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The School That Came Together While Apart from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Together apart is a familiar phrase in 2020 and also the name of a book that a Thurles-based primary school wrote together while scattered throughout the county. Brídann Molony is the school's prin...
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Dublin Arts and Human Rights Festival from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Mary Moynihan is the artistic director of Smashing Times, the International Centre for The Arts and Equality, and she joined Oliver on the line to tell him all about the Dublin Arts and Human Right...
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Dom Kelly - Music for Mad Times from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As the world headed into lockdown, Dom Kelly was busy setting up an inclusive, creative group on Facebook called 'Music for Mad Times'. Originally from Tallaght, Dom joined Oliver on the line from ...
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Chococharts from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After Ryan posted his controversial chococharts on Instagram, ranking chocolates from most favourite to least, Elaine got in touch to share her analysis of Christmas sweet tins!
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The Confessors from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Fr Bryan Shortall and Fr Kevin McNamara will feature in a new documentary airing tonight on RTÉ One called 'The Confessors'. It follows a number of priests around the country as they discuss their ...
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Smash Hits Pen-pal from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
David Fitzgerald joined Ryan on the line to tell him all about his pen-pal Shaheeda from Trinidad who turns 50 this weekend. They have been writing to each other since 1988 after making contact th...
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Emer McLysaght & Sarah Breen - The Covidian Aisling from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Authors of the popular 'Aisling' series, Emer McLysaght and Sarah Breen, joined Ryan in studio to fill him in on how the woman herself is surviving these strange times!
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Funeral Arranger from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A lot of people have had to adapt their businesses or change career over these past few months. For some, it’s led to a realisation about the direction they want their life to go in. Toni Wall is o...
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Learning To Read After a Stroke from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Books and reading have always been Paul McLean's big passion in life but, in 2016, Paul suffered a stroke at the age of 40 which left him unable to read, write, walk or talk. This morning Paul join...
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Roald Dahl from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The theme of this year's Toy Show has been revealed to be 'The Wonderful World of Roald Dahl'. Niamh joined Ryan on the line to share her experience of meeting the famous man himself.
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Tesco Naughty or Nice Competition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Tesco have declared that 2020 is the year when everyone is off the naughty list. Aileen and Sharina joined Ryan on the line to answer some Christmas questions in the hope of winning vouchers for Te...
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Christine Keeler from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Seymour Platt is the son of Christine Keeler who passed away in 2017. He joined Ryan on the line to talk about his mission to clear her name and to have her pardoned.
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The Never Forgotten Romanian Children from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ryan Tubridy spoke to Galway based Ileana Cunniffe Baiescu about the amazing work she does reuniting families separated by adoption through her Facebook page - 'The Never Forgotten Children of Roma...
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Nosetalgia from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dr Caro Verbeek is an art and scent historian who reconstructs smells for museums that are associated with historical events, people and works of art. She joined Ryan on the line from Amsterdam to ...
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The Frost Tapes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Fifty years ago, legendary television host David Frost interviewed the most influential thinkers, politicians, and cultural icons of their time. David’s son, Wilfred Frost, has followed in his fath...
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Philomena Lee - Mother and Baby Homes report from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Philomena Lee's story was brought to the screen in the award winning film 'Philomena' which charted her experience in Sean Ross Abbey and her search for her son. Philomena joined Ryan on the line a...
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Clinical Trials from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Vivian got in touch after seeing Vicky Phelan on the Late Late Show on Friday night. In 2012 Vivian was given a three year life expectancy having been diagnosed with a very rare form of cancer. He ...
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Homeschooling Pressure from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Today marks the first day of returning to homeschooling for parents and children all over the country. Niamh is a mum of three boys and also works as a nurse on a busy hospital ward. She spoke to R...
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Hunting Ghislaine from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John Sweeney is a British investigative journalist and writer. His latest podcast 'Hunting Ghislaine' charts the life of British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell and her involvement with Jeffrey Epstein...
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Vikrant Naidu - From Mumbai to Myrtleville from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Vikrant Naidu moved from Mumbai to Cork last March to start a new job as a chef just as Covid-19 was pulling the shutters down on restaurants all over the country. He joined Oliver on the line to t...
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Blood Bikes Leinster from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
People might be familiar with the concept of Blood Bikes. These motor bike riders and enthusiasts give up their spare time to courier blood donations between hospitals. Fergus Lennon started Blood ...
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Aubrey McCarthy - Tiglin from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Last week Oliver spoke to Jay Bobinac, a really impressive young man who shared his story of homelessness and the interventions that saved him from life on the streets. One of the people behind Jay...
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National Ambulance Service from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Joe Mooney has been part of the National Ambulance Service team testing people in the community for Covid over the last 9 months and he joined Ryan on the line to tell what life has been like on th...
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Karen from Temple Street from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Yesterday Ryan spoke to Katrine who got in touch to thank a nurse named Karen in Temple Street whose kindness is something that has stayed with her for years. This morning Ryan spoke to Karen herse...
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Thank You to Nurse in Temple Street from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Last week Ryan spoke about his virtual visit to Crumlin Hospital to greet the families spending Christmas there and meet the wonderful staff who care for us when we need minding the most. Katrine g...
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Maureen O'Hara from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On Christmas Day TG4 are showing a new documentary about one of Ireland’s greatest ever Hollywood Stars, Maureen O’Hara. It features people who knew her personally and one of those is author and a...
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Arnotts Santa's Sack from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A few weeks ago Ryan read a text from a listener who was sat in the car-park of St. Luke's Hospital while his wife was inside having treatment. This morning Ryan dipped into Arnotts Santa's Sack to...
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Quality of Life in Ireland from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A new study by the United Nations has ranked Ireland second-highest in the world for quality of life. Samia moved here from the UK five years ago and, after hearing this news, got in touch to tell ...
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St. Vincent de Paul - Daragh's Story from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Daragh joined Ryan on the line to talk about the great work being done by St. Vincent de Paul. When Daragh needed help St. Vincent de Paul were there to give her a hand up and help her through the ...
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St. Vincent de Paul from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ryan spoke about the great work being done by St. Vincent de Paul to help people in need, and he read an email from a listener about the difference they made to his life when he turned to them for ...
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Change of Wedding Plans from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
We got an email from dad Pat and mum Terry about their daughter Joyce and her fiancé Casey. The couple were living in the US and due to move back to Ireland in March ahead of their wedding last Aug...
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Believe in Yourself from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Caroline Meade got in touch to talk about her amazing dad Eddie who sadly passed away in October. Having gone through many challenges Eddie often wrote down positive messages to keep himself going....
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Rock Is The Best Medicine from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Noah Rafferty was one of the many stars of this year's Late Late Toy Show with his energetic performance of 'Rock Is The Best Medicine'. Since his Toy Show appearance he's been busy in the recordin...
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The 12 Calls of Christmas from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Alan spoke to Oliver about struggling with his mental health and how he turned to Grow Mental Health service for help as the country was going into lockdown. This year, in partnership with Expressw...
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Dr Mary Helen Hensley - Hugh and the Manatee from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dr Mary Helen Hensley has been living in Ireland for over 22 years but it was a trip back home to the States last year that inspired her new book ‘Hugh and the Manatee’. Her nephew Max Gordon illus...
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Romanian Adoption Hero from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ryan spoke to Ileana Cunniffe Baiescu about tracking down her six younger siblings. Ileana visited relatives in Ireland when she was 13 years old and upon her return to Romania she was shocked to s...
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Baby News - Arnotts Santa's Sack from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After Ryan read a text from a delighted listener who has just discovered that she's pregnant, he dipped into Arnotts Santa's Sack to celebrate the good news!
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Being Reunited After Ten Weeks Apart from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Monica spoke to Ryan about her son Patrick who she hasn't seen since October. Patrick has autism and is in care and this weekend will be the first time in ten weeks since they have seen each other ...
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Toy Show PJ Giveaway! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With the shops closed, this year Penneys have teamed up with Barnardos to donate the pyjamas made for this year's Toy Show to sick and vulnerable children around Ireland. This morning listeners joi...
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Ciara King - Cup of Kindness from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
2fm presenter Ciara King spoke to Ryan about her role as an ambassador for Children in Hospital Ireland. ‘Cup of Kindness’ is their fund-raising appeal for World Children's Day and Ciara told Ryan ...
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Damien O’Connor - Angela’s Christmas Wish from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
'Angela’s Christmas Wish' is the new animation from Brown Bag Films. Based in the world of Frank McCourt, and a sequel to the Emmy nominated 'Angela’s Christmas', it will air on RTÉ TV on Christmas...
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Gemma's 21st - Arnotts Santa's Sack from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ryan read a lovely email from Muriel Haire about her niece Gemma who is celebrating a special birthday despite not being able to to have the party she'd always dreamed of due to Covid. And Ryan dip...
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Ragnar Jónasson from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Iceland's best-selling author Ragnar Jónasson joined Ryan on the line to talk about how he went from translating Agatha Christie novels into Icelandic, at the age of 17, to penning his Hidden Icela...
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Gráinne Hope - Kids Classics from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Gráinne spoke to Ryan two years ago about her great work bringing music to children in hospital by filling the corridors and wards with classical musicians. She joined Ryan on the line this morning...
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Good News Story from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ollie Green got in touch to tell Ryan about how his GoPro, thought lost to the Sligo surf, is being returned to him after six months adrift at sea!
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Eric Lalor - Keeping On Going from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Actor and comedian Eric Lalor joined Ryan on the line to talk about what has been a difficult year. Like so many others, Eric found work coming to a standstill when Covid hit and he told Ryan about...
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Do They Know Its Christmas from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After Ryan mentioned that he was trying to track down the single of 'Do They Know Its Christmas' from 1984 on vinyl, Aideen got in touch to save the day!
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From The Same Cloth from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
‘From The Same Cloth’ is an upcoming mini-series on the RTÉ Player that explores the sentimental reasons for re-imagining a piece of clothing and transforming it into something more wearable. Olive...
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Elvis and Dolly from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After Ryan spoke about wanting to hear a version of Dolly Parton's 'I Will Always Love You' in the style of Elvis Presley, Mark Leen (aka the Emerald Elvis) came to the rescue and treated us all to...
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Dublin Bricks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Gianni Clifford has gotten busy with Lego bricks over the course of the last year and has immortalized some of his favourite Dublin watering holes with Denmark's favourite brick. He joined Oliver o...
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Thank You to the Best Parents from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Jane got in touch to say a huge thank you to her parents Joe and Veronica. Jane was adopted in 1973 and says that when it comes to parents she won the lottery!
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From Leaving School Early to University from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Amy Collins is someone who has taken the road less traveled to get to where she's supposed to be. She joined Ryan on the line to talk about leaving school at the age of 16 and finding her way back ...
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Claddagh Watch from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Claddagh Watch is a voluntary group who strive to protect and support people and to prevent deaths by accident and suicide on the waterways of Galway City. Arthur and Deborah Carr are the husband-a...
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Lottie Billington - The Ickabog from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
When Covid hit JK Rowling set about completing the story of 'The Ickabog'. She invited children from around the world to illustrate the story for the finished book. Out of thousands of entries, 9-y...
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Jamie Beamish - Bridgerton from 2021-01-29T13:00
Waterford native Jamie Beamish plays Nigel Berbrooke in the hit TV series Bridgerton. He joined Ryan on the line to talk about how he landed the role and what it's like to play nasty Nigel.
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Imelda May from 2021-01-28T13:00
Imelda May has joined forces with Noel Gallagher and Ronnie Wood on her new single 'Just One Kiss' which is out today. She joined Ryan on the line from London to talk about recording the track, lif...
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Role Models from 2021-01-27T13:00
Annmarie Collins is one of many students studying to be a teacher. However, as a member of the travelling community, Annmarie is the first person in her family to finish secondary school and go to ...
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Hope in Lockdown from 2021-01-26T13:00
Everybody is feeling the effects of lockdown, probably more than ever before. Senior Clinical Psychologist Dr. Keith Gaynor joined Ryan on the line to talk about the importance of hope and how to h...
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Mills & Boon: Writing For Love in Northern Ireland from 2021-01-25T13:00
Journalist and author Eithne Shortall spoke to Ryan about the literary phenomenon that is 'Mills & Boon' and her documentary which follows the women in Northern Ireland who pen these romance novels.
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Mootsy and Me from 2021-01-22T13:00
Mother and daughter, Lindsay Myers and Tara Canniffe, joined Ryan on the line to tell him how they teamed up during lockdown to write and illustrate a very special children's book.
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