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Brendan O'Connor has all you need for the weekend with time to pause and reflect on the week just gone. Featuring a selection of human interest, consumer and lifestyle stories, as well as keeping you up to date on the news stories that matter. Listen live Saturday and Sunday at 11am - 1pm on RTÉ Radio 1.
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Joining Dearbhail in studio to discuss the big stories of the week and year were Hugh O'Connell, Political Editor of the Sunday Times; Oisín Coghlan, Chief Executive of Friends of the Earth; Shona Murray, Europe Correspondent, EuroNews and Stephen McNamara, Chief Executive, Paralympics Ireland.
Gráinne Humphreys, Director of the Dublin International Film Festival and Eoin Sweeney TV and radio producer, pick their ‘must-see’ films and TV for 2024.
Ciara O’Brien, Technology Journalist with the Irish Times outlines the various sleep aids on the market including apps, smart rings, smart watches and smart mattresses.
Food and drink writer Aoife Carrigy and Etiquette expert Noel Cunnigham dispense their party planning wisdom. From navigating the guest list to creating the warmest welcome with a signature drink, you can be
Dearbhail is joined by Emma Harney, Dolores Cummins, Elan Darcy and Danijela Maletic of NomadÉire to share the highs and lows of living as a Digital Nomad.
Legendary lyricist Tim Rice joins Dearbhail to talk about the fascinating world of musicals from working on classics such as Evita, The Lion King and Jesus Christ Superstar, understanding the essence of what makes a great song and why he still enjoys an invite to the school Christmas play.
Singer-songwriter Wallis Bird takes Dearbhail through her life in five songs, from the frenetic energy of The Prodigy to the blood harmonies of The Roches.
Chartered Behavioural Psychologist Pádraig Walsh explains why many of us love a bit of juicy gossip and shares some handy tips on how to handle the drama addicts in our lives.
Eva Pau of the Asia Market tells Dearbhail how to make a hearty, energising soup to blow away the winter cobwebs.
2Joining Brendan to discuss the stories of the week were Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent with the Irish Examiner, Dr. Emily O’Conor, Consultant in Emergency Medicine at Connolly Hospital, Barra Roantree, Economist, Trinity College Dublin and Lorna Fitzpatrick, Public Affairs Accounts Director at Instinctif Partners.
Comedian, podcaster and meditation teacher Dermot Whelan talks to Brendan about the similarities between humour and mindfulness, the scourge of busyness and the importance of giving ourselves a break especially at this time of year.
Neuroscientist Sabina Brennan talks Brendan through the science of a hangover, the psychological and physical effects and how to overcome the worst symptoms.
Celebrated artist Dorothy Cross talks to Brendan about why she worked so hard over 5 long years to repatriate an Egyptian mummy to its rightful home in Cairo.
RTÉ Guide Movie Editor, Michael Doherty and Freelance Culture journalist, Zara Hedderman give their recommendations for the best films and TV to watch over the festive season.
On the darkest day of the year, Tony Bates and Nóirín Ní Riain talk to Brendan about enjoying the darkness, the meaning of giving at this time of year and some wisdom to help us all through the Christmas.
Brendan gave the Two Johnnies a call to catch up, see how they’re getting on with their Christmas to do list and get some tips on how to deal with some classic seasonal problems.
Catriona Twomey, veteran volunteer with Cork Penny Dinners tells Brendan about what’s planned for Christmas Day.
Comedian Mario Rosenstock chooses five songs that have a special meaning to him from the melancholy of Gilbert O’Sullivan to the surprising sentimentality of Oasis that remind him of certain moments and milestones throughout his life.
Roz Purcell, broadcaster and author of The Hike Life gives Brendan some tips on getting out into nature and recommends her favourite trails to try out on those lost days between Christmas and New Year’s.
Chef Rory O’ Connell gives a masterclass on how to liven up the side dishes on the Christmas dinner table – he’s got tips on roasting carrots, the secret to perfect sprouts and roast potatoes you’ll be dreaming about all year.
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I wonder does the allocation of €750 million of taxpayers money to biased rte the political wing of fg ff colour their Sunday panel discussions 😂💰#biasedrte
No programme on Bloody Sunday from this prick...
This is excellent. Heard it yesterday on the show and just had another listen. Some great stuff in here.
Plenty of rational, younger people see through Meghan as well as the older generations.