The Ray D'Arcy Show: Recent Episodes
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Highlights from the daily radio show with Ray D'Arcy. Featuring listeners' stories and interviews with authors, musicians, comedians and celebrities. Listen live Monday to Friday at 3.30pm on RTÉ Radio 1.
End Game is Jeffrey's current read that has just hit the shelves of bookshops and he joins Ray for a chat about his career life outside of writing.
Dr Katriona O’Sullivan joined Ray to talk about the latest stage adaptation of her book 'Poor' by Sonya Kelly showing at Gate Theatre.
'A Quarter Dead and Half Alive' is Steve Denean's Poetry Book and comes highly recommended by Ray himself.
There’s a documentary screening in the Lighthouse in Dublin tonight called ‘The Day Iceland Stood Still’, Its not about the northern lights, volcanic explosions, or fishing wars – but about one day in 1975 when all the women in Iceland decided to Strike.
Darren Warton, former bandmate of Philip joins Ray to chat about the celebration of the life and music of the Thin Lizzy frontman.
John Power from the band Cast joins us for a brilliant chat about being asked by The Gallaghers to join them as their support act for their gigs this Summer.
Noelle Ludy emailed the show and before we knew it she was testing Ray's bra opening skills! Don't worry it was all for a good cause as Noelle shared her upcoming fundraiser event in support of the National Breast Cancer Research Institute
Daniel Dumbrill is a Vlogger living in China and has made a beautiful and staggering documentary about the new Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge.
Eoin Reardon is a Woodworder and Tiktokker who is helping Chadwicks encourage trades as a career option for young people.
After his Son's crucial putt Brendan Lowry joins Ray from New York where Ryder Cup celebrations have been in full swing.
On Camden Street, a white van known as The Nee-Naw is helping to make Dublin’s nightlife safer. Staffed with medics and support workers, it’s already assisted more than 500 people with everything from first aid to flip-flops. Ray O’Donoghue, Nighttime Economy Advisor and Nikki Wan who works on the Nee Naw service join Ray in studio.
Physician and bestselling author Gabor Maté and psychologist Gordon Neufeld talk about their latest book.
Chris Judge, illustrator, artist and children’s picture book author chats with Ray about his latest book.
It’s glitz, glamour and gaming at the Tipperary Museum of Hidden History, where the new ‘Unleash the 80s’ exhibition takes place complete with a recreated 80s bedroom. Joining us to tell us more about the exhibit and the museum is David Nolan, technician for the museum and Jayne Sutcliffe, Museum Collections Officer.
Steve Earle chats to Ray about his connections to Ireland and his recent induction of the Grand Ole Oprey
Constatine Costi, Director of the documentary joins Ray with Chieftan of The Golden Spurtle.
Lucy Coady from Music Generation has come into studio with the result of the Culture Night attempt to make a track in sixty minutes.
Taking the crown this year is Mary Igoe from Bonniconlon, Co. Mayo who is in the ICA and has been baking since her teenage years, thanks to the influence of her mother, who had "a household" to bake for.
Actors James Norton and Niamh McCormack join Ray in studio to tell us all about the show that hits your screens on September 25th.
Build School instructor Cian Corcoran and two of his participants Aileen Crossley and Aaron Kedward join Ray to chat about the amazing Common Knowledge course that takes people with little or no experience of building and takes them on a journey the sees them complete a tiny home.
International Best-Seller 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz' was written by Heather Morris who is in studio for a really fascinating chat about her life, career and her new book.
“You’re never too old to rap” — that’s the message from Cork’s Kabin Studio, where grandmothers Sally Crowley and Maureen Cullinane are turning heads with their hip hop performances and proving age is no barrier to creativity.
The Ray D’Arcy Show has championed the author and conservationist Dara McAnulty since he published the “Diary of a Young Naturalist” at the age of 16 while he was a secondary school student! That was back in 2020. Now, his FOURTH book has just been published and I am delighted to say he is joining us today
We are joined by Emma Quirke who is the Captain for Team Ireland at the World Jigsaw Puzzle Championship 2025 and is at the competition in Spain now!
Ray has sat for Conor Walton today as his subject for a portrait ahead of his planned Culture Night project that will see him paint 18 portraits in just 12 hours.
Eva Forman and Neil Arthur's lives changed forever when their little girl Nora died from a rare brain tumour at just three years old. They share their story as they thank the incredible charities that supported their family in the darkest of times bringing light and even laughter in amongst the struggle.
Zoe O'Sullivan, National James Dyson Award Winner for 2025 is in studio with her invention that that allows patients to perform lymphatic drainage independently.
Ruth Buckley and her Daughter Orla Gaffney have both just graduated from University of Limerick!
Jo Nesbo is one of the world's best-selling crime writers! His books have been published in 50 languages – and sold over 55 million copies world-wide and he joins Ray to tell us all about his brilliant new book Wolf Hour which is out now.
Brian Arkins and Liam Cullen are soaking up all the atmosphere ahead of tonight's World Cup Qualifier in Yerevan tonight.
Dr Patrick Collins Lectures in Marine Biology at Queens University in Belfast and joins Ray to alert us to a fish at risk.
Anna Marie McHugh is just back from the World Ploughing Championships in Prague and straight into planning our own National Ploughing Championships.
Fresh off his most recent stand-up gig in the 3Olympia, comedian and sketch show writer John Colleary chats to Ray about the announcement of a new stand-up tour, starting this month.
Ragnar Jónasson, famed for his “Dark Iceland” series has sold over five million books across the globe. Now he’s back with a new novel. He chats to Ray about “The Mysterious Case of the Missing Crime Writer”.
Seán Ronayne, Ornithologist and lover of all thing's nature, chats about how he will be speaking at The Island Drift Festival, which takes place on Garnish Island in Cork this weekend, as well as his ongoing goal to to record all Irish native birds.
Off the back of his Electric Picnic set, singer-songwriter David Gray chats about his new tour announcement - the Past and Present Tour across Ireland in Summer 2026.
Comedian Bernard O'Shea chats to Ray off the back of his stand-up set at Electric Picnic, upcoming tour dates, and strange household rules.
Denis Smyth has just retired from working in Dublin Airport for nearly half a century. He's seen it all from Popes to Presidents, Rock Stars to Olympians. He spoke to Ray about his life, his family and next steps heading into this new phase of life.
Joe Humphreys, Deputy News Editor for the Irish Times chats about success and failure— words we hear every day, but what do they really mean? From the Ancient Greeks to Gen Z, our ideas have changed dramatically.
Liz Maguire, of Fleamarket Love Letters, chats about the joy of letter-writing, how her passion began, how the younger generations can get involved and the benefits of letter-writing.
Samin Nosrat is the chef, writer and teacher behind the New York Times bestselling cookbook and hit Netflix series ‘Salt Fat Acid Heat’. She has changed the way many people think about food, cooking and connection. Her new cookbook ‘GOOD THINGS: Recipes and Rituals to Share with People You Love’ is for the heart, not just for the kitchen!
Eddie Mullins, CEO of Merchants Quay Ireland is running 5K a day in the month of September alongside a whole host of different people in the public eye to raise awareness about the work that Merchants Quay do to help people in their journey of recovery.
Recently announced as Ireland's selection for the International Feature Film category at the 2026 Academy Awards, Galway director Gar O’Rourke’s quietly observational film ‘Sanatorium’ captures the heart and soul of a remarkable holiday and health resort revealing a different perspective of life in Ukraine during the war.
Illustrator Matthew Kelly was inspired by his own personal story to create and self-publish his own absolutely gorgeous comic book that aims to help children deal with these emotions in a healthy way.
Cathy Cullen and Dave Corkery from The Cinemile podcast have carefully selected the movie War of the Worlds from the Netflix library for your viewing pleasure and are here to tell us why!
For authors, having your name attached to books you never wrote is fast becoming a new nightmare in the age of artificial intelligence. That’s what happened to Vanessa Fox O’Loughlin – better known as Sam Blake – one of Ireland’s bestselling thriller writers and she joins me in studio to talk us through what happened
Ray spotted Helen Lambe lying in long grass in Dunmore East and she got in touch to explain what she was up to!.... A FIT count, A Flower Insect Timed Count which is a "citizen science" initiative of Biodiversity Ireland.
Paul Holmes is a Community Development Officer at this very special space that welcomes people for everything from a Sauna to AA meetings, Fishing group, music lessons and much more.
Our resident Gaff Goddess Laura de Barra is back to get stuck in to your bathroom and make it sparkle.
Jonathan Van Ness, Hairstylist star of Netflix’s Queer Eye, Comedian, Author, Podcaster and Performer joins Ray for a chat ahead of his Dublin show in December.
Roger O'Sullivan joins Ray having become the latest winner of the Comedians Choice Awards Best Newcomer at the Edinburgh Fringe.
Noel Fitzpatrick, the much-loved supervet, is returning home to be honoured at the first ever ‘Lovely Laois’ Festival this September
With a budget of €9,000, and a pledge to be both savvy and sustainable, Caitríona Redmond set out to renovate a campervan before this year’s Electric Picnic.
Conor Pope is back and tackling your quibbles such as what to do when your skip gets filled by neighbours.
Ginine Power and Andrew Martin first met over dinner at the First Dates restaurant but little did they know they would be meeting their future fiancé!
BBC Journalist Erika Benke has been on location following the story of the church that was under threat from subsidence.
Director Brendan Canty and Actor Danny Power Christy join Ray to tell us about Christy. The film is about a 16-year-old school-dropout that interviews for a job, but when he’s let down by his brother he lashes back and looks to his friends for support.
Aidan Idiehon from Clondalkin took the American Basketball world by storm and has now started his own academy.
Peter Sishton joins Ray for a absolutely hilarious chat abouthis passion for Manhole Covers which he researches, photographs, and even exhibits
Our relationship experts Allison Keating, The Practical Psychologist Ray O’Neill psychoanalyst with DCU are back to answer your questions,
90’s pop star Kavana chats to Brendan about his stardom and how hebattled with addiction from a young age, leading to many broken relationships and eventually to homelessness. Now sober and rebuilding his life, he has written a book, ‘Pop Scars’
Ray Lally, The Happy Fitness Guy is here to tellus how easily we can up our fitness game with some Japenese Walking
Led by oral historian Tomás Mac Conmara, the project has already gathered a rich collection of personal stories — but he’s eager to hear from more people willing to share their experiences and is joined in studio by two of his storytellers, Mick and Geraldine Dunne.
Peter Dowdall, The Irish Gardener joins Brendan to give you some inspiration for treating your garden to a little zhuzhing!
Julien Fonteneau, Fota Island Lead Ranger joins Brendan to tell us all about the new arrivals as the search is on for the perfect names for these seriously cute cubs.
On World Elephant Day these magnificent animals remain endangered, with numbers still in decline. One man working tirelessly to change that is Gerry Creighton, founder of Global Elephant Care and former Dublin Zoo zookeeper. Gerry joins us from the UAE where he is working on an elephant project.
Farmer Charles Goadby joins Brendan to tell us about playing jazz and The Beach Boys to cows!
Adolescent Psychotherapist joins Brendan to tackle some parenting struggles faced by our listeners.
A trumpet player, band-leader, composer, conductor and arranger,Guy Barker is in Dublin for two big shows with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra this week.
Faye Tozer from Steps tells us about the brand new musical coming to Bord Gais Energy Theatre next month.
Fashion stylist, mam, poet and friend of the show, Jan Brierton shares her busy schedule in these upcoming cultural events.
Anne is here for a bit of fun ahead of her huge tour "Further Adventures in Womaning" Visit www.annegildea.com for more info and tickets.
From corporate offices to wild hedgerows — North Cork’s Chloe Dempsey has swapped the rat race for a life of foraging and fermenting. She now teaches others how to find food on their doorstep and bring it to life in the kitchen.
As news of a reboot being firmly off the cards Brendan is joined by Writer and Podcaster, Esther O’Moore Donohue and DJ and Host of Sunday Rewind on RTÉ 2fm, Conor Behan to discuss the many highs and lows of ‘And Just Like That’ and the cultural phenomenon that is the world of ‘Sex And The City’
Caz Mooney from the 'Irish Budgeting' social media account joins Brendan with her favourite tips and tricks for keeping your household on budget
Mother Karol and Sister Genevieve of Kylmore Abbey join Brendan along with their Head Chocolatier Veronica Davin as they prepare for the It is a three-part series about life at the abbey which begins on Sunday at 6.30pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player.
Anne-Marie Kingston, from White Sage Decluttering in Clonakilty, Co Cork joins Brendan with some inspiration to tackle the re-organising and decluttering tasks that your home and mind need.
We got a lovely email this morning about Tommy and Tadgh Gallagher who were born yesterday in their mammy's kitchen in Co. Offaly. They came 5 weeks early and their mammy Sarah and Daddy Michael join Ray to share the absolute joy and pandemonium of their entrance into the world.
Tom O'Donoghue, took up photogrpahy after being made redundant in 2008, but he's not taking just any kind of pictures.... He is an Astrophotographer and will be exhibiting at Art Source in Dublin’s RDS this weekend (Nov 15-17) - tickets at artsource.ie
Our intrepid reporter Sinéad Ní Uallachaín has headed to Inchicore in Dublin 8 to check out the increasingly popular sauna trend at The Hot Box Sauna.
Chrissy Donoghue Ward joins Ray to tell us about becoming a children's author having never formally learned to read or write. Chrissy has a lifetime of experience as a great storyteller to her children and grandchildren and was helped by her daughter Elizabeth to put one of her tales into print.
You may have caught the first episode of Futureville Ireland on RTE One Last night... The show looks into the future to a new city - Futureville aka Athlone. The town in the middle of Ireland is re-imagined as a near future metropolis, for 250,000 people in 2050. Co presenter of the programme Dr. Lorraine (Lollie) Mancey joins Ray in Studio
Our relationship experts Psychologist Alison Keating and Psychoanalyst Ray O'Neill are back to answer your queries and questions. Alison Keating - Psychologist Psychoanalyst - Ray O’Neill They’re here to answer your relationship queries and questions
Ray is joined by Phil Coulter live in studio for a fascinating chat about his career so far in music and whats coming up to celebrate six decades in the business.
John O'Driscoll is the Dad of Saoirse who died in April aged just 13 from a heart condition is about to embark on a 5,000km journey across the Atlantic Ocean. He will be rowing with Conor McCarthy and Roger McMorrow and the trio join Ray to tell us about Saoirse and keeping her memory alive.
Kilkenny hurling legend Richie Hogan is here to chat about his autobiography and career.
Conor Pope answers your customer quandries and updates us on the passenger cap situation at Dublin Airport.
Anthony Scaramucci, Former White House Director of Communications give us his take on the U.S. elections as American prepare to take to the polls.
We've interruped the busiest man in Ireland today! Mark McNamara is a bit of an expert when it comes to carving pumpkins and took some time out to give us some tips.
Kunak McGann is here to tell us about her new book celebrating the achievements of Irish women for every single day of the year.
Lucy Byrne saw a gap in the market for a sports app with a female focus and jumped on the opportunity to devolop it.
Conor Pope is here to talk us through the true cost of being single compared to coupled up.
Author Kieran Fanning is here to tell us about the ghoulish legendary stories he has uncovered for his latest book.
Emma and Colin join Ray as they prepare to tackle the Irish Life Dublin Marathon on Sunday and raise money for Debra Ireland. To donate go to Debra.ie or call 01 902 3938.
Our very own Niamh Hassell heads to North Earl street to wave hello to Hugh Dillon from Philly ChitChat all the way in Philadelphia.
Lou Robbie of Little Lou Cooks instagram fame joins Ray to give us some easy snack and meal suggestions.
Holly joins Ray for a very honest chat about her powerful experience of giving up alcohol.
Ray is joined in studio by some amazing play therapists and a mom who has had the benefit of their hospital services.
Mary Ellen from Co. Down has been making people smile with her monthly 'Daniel' Calendar picture revealsg
Jim Callery is 90 today and he came in with his Daughter Caroilin to talk about his walk for charity and his memories of his 90 years.
Dr. Colman Noctor, Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist joins Ray to go though some of our listener questions .
Professor Bobby Smyth joins Ray to chat about a warning that Hexa-hydro-cannabinol or HHC, a legal cannabis substitute, is causing severe psychosis in some young men.
Elaine McManus brought her beautiful prize-winning Siberian Kitten into studio. 'Forest Side Lenny' was the Winner of the Best in Show of Governing Council of the Cat Fancy of Ireland's Supreme Cat Show
'Beyond the Throne' by Kristian Nairn is out now and he joins Ray in studio to chat about his life and career.
Mike Svoboda, Team Manager & Engineering Students of DCU tells Ray about building Ireland's first Solar Race Car.
Dr Kiran sarma, Associate Professor of Psychology at the university of Galway is here to chat to Ray about the ways distracted driving might be decreased.
Aware has provided a vital service to thousands of people across the country through free support and education. Its Clinical Director Dr Susan Brannick, and spokesperson David O’Connor, join Ray to explain how anyone can avail of their services or take one of their many courses.
Towns and Cities in Florida are bracing themselves for the impact of Hurricane Milton, which quickly intensified from a tropical storm to a life-threatening hurricane. Denis Phillips, Chief Meteorologist with ABC Action News, gives us the latest update.
The two-time Olympian, who helped lift the nation's spirits this summer in Paris, is also an ambassador for World Egg Day and joins Ray in studio.
Musician, comedian, and TikToker Garron Noone joins Ray in studio to discuss his new podcast.
Conor Pope joins us once again to champion your consumer issues if you have a consumer problem you can send it to pricewatch@rte.ie
Tom Dunne, Alan Connor and Fiachna O’Braonáin have released an album today on Bandcamp called “Live at the Pavillion”.
Jarlath Regan chats to Ray about his busy life as a podcaster and stand-up comedian, and his new show ‘In Bits'.
Tim Collis and Ryan Phelps inadvertently bought a little piece of musical history in Derbyshire...
Resident psychologist Allison Keating chats about her new book called "It's All Too Much", which covers the many aspects of anxiety.
Hugo Duncan, who was recently inducted into the IMRO Hall of Fame, rose to fame as a singer and has been hosting a popular radio show on the BBC in North Ireland for nearly three decades.
Peter Egan, Director of Further Education & Traing at Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim ETB, Kathleen Kilbane, Director of Adult Education at Cabinteely Community College and Jolene Hall, Further Education Manager at Laoise Offaly ETB
‘Steal Away’ by Phil Coulter has become an anthem for a choir of Ukrainian refugees living in Ireland. Julia Boyko, the musical director, and Oleksandra Kurova, a choir member are here to talk about the project.
Angie Harsanyi who fell in love with Gian after their cruise ship was stuck at port in Belfast for 4 months has another update for us as the ship faces a further delay.
Angie Harsanyi from Colorado in the US joins Ray to share the story of how she met and fell in love with her fellow cruise ship passenger after being stranded in Belfast 4 months ago.
Kevin Nolan is a Lecturer in phsics at Technological University Dublin and joins Ray to tell us about the amazing new epic resource.
Jigsaw Competitor Olive Maher has just returned from Spain where she and her partner competed in the World Jigsaw Puzzle Championship.
Michael Kealy, Ireland's Head of Delegation for the Eurovision joins us to launch Ireland's search for this years representive.
Chris Haughton, Author and Illustrator with tover 3.5 Million copies sold worldwide joins Ray as he shifts to his first non-fiction release.
She’s escaped from her enclosure and we’re all concerned for her so to tell us more, Will Dorrell joins us from Cinnamon’s former home at the Hoo Zoo in Shropshire.
Laura De Barra, best-selling author of Gaff Goddess and Decor Galore joins us to help us get our homes orgainsed for our new routines as the kids settle back into school and we prepare for colder weather.
2025 is going to be a busy year for David and he joins Ray to tell us about his new album and plans for his worldwide tour and sticks around while Colm Mac Con Iomaire pops in ahead of a broadcast on RTÉ One tomorrow featuring Colm and David playing on Sceilg Mhicíl to celebrate Culture Night
Before she headed to the Fettercairn Youth Horse Project; Sinéad was asking people what they're proud of.
Musician Don Baker joins Ray for a wonderful chat about his life and to tell us about his new tour with a difference.
Mairead Loughman tells Ray about her busy period as she matchmakes at The Ploughing Championships.
Frances McCarthy, Education & Outreach Officer at Blackrock Castel Observatory at the Munster Technological University
Ray chats to Patrick O'Callaghan about helping deaf and hard of hearing passengers using Irish Sign Language on the trains.
Alan O'Reilly from Carlow Weather & Anna Marie McHugh from the National Ploughing Association join Ray to look ahead to a beautifully sunny week for the 2024 National Ploughing Championships.
David McGowan, probably Ireland’s best known funeral director and subject of an award winning RTE and Netflix documentary “The Funeral Director” joins Ray to tell him about his new book “A Life Among the Dead: Stories from an Irish Funeral Director”
Yotam Ottolenghi joins Ray with one of the other co-authors of the beautiful new cookbook that is out now.
In his most recent book - “The Great Discovery” - Peter Donnelly is bringing us back to somewhere we know well… The Dead Zoo!
Ray speaks to Karen Leach, Safe Sport Advocate, on improving the safety of our kids in sport.
Bernard O'Shea talks to Ray Bernard O'Shea on the 3 best & worst things about getting older.
Emma Flynn, who is a vet at Dublin Zoo, tells Ray hat its herd of elephants are now healthy following the outbreak of a virus that caused the death of two Asian elephants earlier this year.
University of Limerick graduate Olivia Humphreys has been named as the Irish national winner of the James Dyson Award 2024.
Collie Ennis, Zoology Research Associate in Trinity College Dublin, advocates for the wholly indoor cat.
Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, Dr. Colman Noctor, joins Ray to answer all your parenting questions.
Dr Ian Miller, Senior Lecturer of Medical History at Ulster University, tells us all about the Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes, of Irish History.
Director of the Traveller Counselling Service and long-time Traveller Advocate made Irish History this week.
Tadhg Hickey’s play GATMAN! runs at Project Arts Centre, as part of Dublin Fringe Festival as he explains more.
Sinead Ni Uallachain talks from Cabinteely Community College and the many adult education classes starting now but which class has Sinead enrolled in today?
Sinead Ni Uallachain starts her adult course with car maintenance teacher, Paul Dalton who also has a chat with Ray.
Joining Ray are Paul McCormack and Sara McFadden who are featured in the new book by Joe Geraghty, 'Out of Sight', about visually impaired sportspeople.
Census 2027 will be the first census in Irish history where the public will have the option to complete their census form online. Head of Census Administration Eileeen Murphy explains.
Our consumer champion, Conor Pope answers your questions on Private Healthcare Insurance.
George Murphy tells Anna Geary about taking to the stage as Jacko Brown in Gary Brown’s, "Dockers".
Ray chats to Marty Mannering of The Bicycle Engineering Academy about how learning to build a bike could lead you to a career in mechanical engineering!
Ray chats to Conor Pope about the Oasis reunion and the best techniques required for securing tickets to their gigs in Croke Park next summer!
Ray chats to Anna Maria Kennelly who emailed the show about a vintage ring she bought in Dublin, and is now on the search for the original owner!
Ray chats to reporter Sinéad Ní Uallacháin who's out and about at Kilkenny Architectural Salvage and Antiques!
Ray chats to psychologist Allison Keating about the meaning behind sibling rivalries, following the end of Noel & Liam Gallagher's brotherly feud.
Ray chats to Martin Logan, Life President of Oisín GAA Manchester about how Noel Gallagher once played for the team in Croke Park, as Oasis announce two gigs there for next summer!
Ray is joined by writer of the “Unthinkable” philosophy column and Assistant News Editor at The Irish Times Joe Humphreys to discuss... the meaning of life!
Ray chats to founding member of The Mary Wallopers Andrew Hendy to share his experience of saving two stranded dolphins on Louth’s Blackrock beach.
Ray is joined by Dublin actor David Gilna to talk about getting struck by a bolt of lightning when we was a teenager.
Carol Hasam joins Ray to proudly show off the fanciest robotic arm you’ve ever seen – it’s glittery and sparkly and she’s even got a tattoo on it!
Seamus McDaid, Football Special Managing Director tells about the Donegal drink of old that has found a new home on the aisles of Lidl.
After 27 books, 24 years and numerous spin offs…the Ross O’Carroll Kelly series is finally coming to an end and Paul Howard is here to reminisce.
Maírín De Burca, Activist, Feminist and Socialist joins Ray to remember the late, great Nell McCafferty.
Michael Darragh McCauley joins Ray to tell us about the Sanctuary Runners organisation as he takes up the role as their new Chief Executive of Sanctuary Runners.
Ray is joined by the amazing 91 year old Irish tennis player who has graced the Wimbledon grass courts many times and kept up the sport until recently.
Zoology Research Associate in Trinity College Dublin is here to tell us all about the 8 legged friends that are invading our homes enmasse!
Thanks to one Wicklow family, we’re now getting an inside look at both the ups and downs of farm life, through the medium of YouTube! Ellen & Joe O Neill take a break from milking on o'Neill's Dairy Farm to join Anna in studio
We have style and body confidence coach Sharon Huggard here to tell us why getting in the picture matters more than we might realise.
Rekindle – The Festival of Lost Skills is happening across Ennistymon this weekend, starting tonight with dancing, music and - of course – the saving of lost skills. We were joined by Eoin Reardon, traditional woodworker & tiktoker, and Aoife Hammond, festival programmer and musician
Bernadette Hayden sat the Irish exam in this year's Leaving Cert, and is waiting to hear her results next week!
Barry and Graham from Modern Love were in studio to perform their song 'Don't Feel Myself' as well as a cover of 'Dreams' by The Cranberries
‘Guilty by Definition’ is the debut novel from Lexicographer Susie Dent, the star of Countdown’s Dictionary Corner
Actor Shane Casey who is most known for his role as 'Billy Murphy' from the Young Offenders and joins Anna for a gorgeous chat and to tell us all about deciding to write his own play which comes to the Civic Theatre from the 5th to the 11th of September as part of the Dublin Fringe Festival
Darach Lupton, Curator of the Botanic Gardens in Glasnevin is celebrating after the news.
Lizzie Reeves, a midwife from the breastfeeding team at the National Maternity Hospital in Dublin & Zookeeper Anthoony McClure join Anna to tell her about organising a team of breastfeeding mothers to head to Dublin Zoo in shifts so the pregnant Orangutan could observe and learn from them.
Travel writer Thom Breathnach joins Anna to give us his top suggestions for 'daycations' around the country and there is something for everyone.
Ross Smith 'The Virtual Driving Instructor' joins us to give you a steer on passing your test.
Author of The Wave Trilogy, animator and sculptor joins Anna to tell us about his new book about the famous boxing Garda Lugs Branigan.
Sarah Casey has built a thriving business selling sweet treats from her bun truck at farmer’s markets, festivals and parties. Sarah has Downs Syndrome, and she, along with her parents Tommy and Annette want to show other young people with the condition that it doesn't need to hold them back
A World Record was smashed in Wexford yesterday. Tin Whistle Teacher Catherine Roche explains.
Honoured at a ceremony in Paris, Sports commentator & Presenter George Hamilton joins us.
Ruth talks about ‘Dancing at Lughnasa’ at The Gate Theatre and training as a death doula after the painful loss of her parents.
Dr Aoife Granville on protecting, promoting & celebrating, Irish cultural heritage practices, customs, crafts, & traditions.
Travel writer, Thom Breathnach on sporty holiday's including going to the 2024 Paris Olympics.
RTÉ Lyric Broadcaster Aedín Gormley is here with Kathryn to bring us on a trip through the biggest hits from her favourite musicals.
Photographer, Paula T Noland on, a photo study to visually capture and record Ireland's environment.
Lorraine Nash sings live in the studio, her very own track, 'Getting Started' and cover 'I Can't Make You Love Me' by Bonnie Raitt.
Mona McSharry live in Paris on her Bronze medal win in the 100meter breaststroke at the 2024 Olympics.
Katherine is joined by Karen Summerville, Treasurer of The Marlins Swimming Club in Ballyshannon and Grace Meade, Mona McSharry's Home Coach ahead of tonights Women’s 100m Olympic breaststroke Final in Paris.
Thom Breathnach, Travel Writer with the Irish Examiner gives us some of his most PAWSOME tips for holidaying with our furry friends.
The longest living person in Ireland with Eipdermolysis Bullosa also known as Butterfly Skin Emma Fogarty chats to Ray about reaching the age of 40 when she wasn't expected to survive more than a week after her birth.
The concept album is a three-act Gaelic folk opera featuring some of our most talented folk and sean nós singers.
Liz Coleamn, Deputy Head of Forecasting, Met Éireann tells us what 'might' be in store for us over the next 4 wees of Summer.
Lead Scientist for Team Ireland at the Olympics tells us all about her job making sure our Olympians have the nutrition they need.
Melanie Griffith tells Ray about her life-changing accident when competing in a motocross race and the personal strength that helped with her recovery, and led her to remarkable achievements in parasport.
Kenneth Egan was in studio to chat to Ray about being at this year's opening ceremony for the Olympics, 2008 in Beijing, mental health and struggles with alcohol, and physiotherapy
The BBC broadcast the All-Ireland Hurling Final live for the first time yesterday. Athenry native Sarah Mulkerrins presented the programme for them, and spoke with us about the match, from her perspective
Comedian Kevin McGahern was in studio to chat about the upcoming Paddy Power Comedy Festival at the Iveagh Gardens
Ray chats to Chris O'Dowd about all things Boyle! Credit to Boyle photographer Benny Morgan for the pic.
Joey Kavanagh tells us all about the Kate Bush appreciation that is planned for this weekend at Fairview Park.
Garron Noone joins Ray for a really interesting and funny chat with this social media sensation.
Kevin Prior is a Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist and áine Curtin is a Paediatric Occupational Therapy Assitant and they have teamed up to create the Everyday OT service.
We look at the best options for anyone in the market for a new mobile phone: buying the phone outright or signing up to a two-year plan?
A statue, affectionately known as the 'Hags with the Bags', has returned to Dublin City Centre. It’s the statue of the two women sitting and chatting beside the Ha’penny Bridge, which was temporarily removed while Lower Liffey Street got a makeover. Ray speak to the statue's sculptor Jackie McKenna.
Irish rowers have been making a splash at the Olympics over the last number of years and not just when they are flying the tricolour. Kathleen Noble is an Irish-Ugandan Rower who represented Uganda at the Olympics in Tokyo and she is heading to Paris this summer.
Gerard Feeny's Mother Alice bought her fridge 50 years ago and its still going strong and Mary Leonard from Ma Murphy's pub in Bantry has her own chilly tale to tell.
Ray visited David at his home for a lovely insightful chat about his life and thoughts about turning 80 years old.
Kevin McManamon is a Sports Psychology Consultant and All Ireland winning Dublin Footballer. He joins Ray to chat about the Psychology of playing in the Euros and heading to the Olympics.
Soccer Analyst Alan Cawley joins Ray as news breaks of the new Ireland manager appointment.
Katie is a comedian living in NYC and has brought her new show Terapy back home for a nationwide tour.
RTE Weather Broadcaster Trever Keegan joins Ray to chat about PREP and the new series of 'Out & Proud'
Joining Ray to talk about different ways that we can live as we get older are Margharita Solon, the founder and now ambassador of McAuley Place in Naas and Pat O’Mahony author of “Rethinking Housing Options for Senior Citizens – Retirement Villages in Every Irish Community”
Colin Stafford Johnson is in studio to give us expert tips to enliven the garden with bees and butterflies.
Eamon Dunphy joins Ray to give his two cents on all things Euros and his thoughts on the U.S. Presidential Race
The Folly Festival takes place this weekend at the beautiful intimate venue of Nancy’s Yard, beneath the towering ruins of the historic Cullohill Castle in Co Laois It’s not just about the music, you can also learn all about local culinary delights with one of Ireland’s most beloved chefs, Rory O’Connell
Our intrepid reporter Sinéad Ní Uallachaín is on the Shannon talking to holiday-makers about their favourite memories and a lovely couple of novice boaters.
Six Nations Winner Hugo Keenan is off to the Olympics in the Sevens Squad and joins Ray for a chat from his training camp.
Artist Joe Hallam is joined by his mentor Mags Salisbury to tellus about the exhibition at the Royal College of Surgeons until the 7th of July. This remarkable exhibition showcases the artwork of 10 talented artists who have intellectual disabilities.
Be it teens or toddlers or anyone in-between Colman is here to guide you through your parenting pickles.
National treasure Sonia O'Sullivan joins Ray to chat about her joy at watching her daughter Sophie qualify for the Olympics as she follows in her Mother's footsteps.
Our Consumer Champion from The Irish Times Conor Pope is back and he has his review of the Taylor Swift gig before tackling shops charging for paper bags.
Tiffany Murray joins Ray to share her unique upbringing which saw her in the company of some of the world's biggest rockstars. The Horslips were among them and Jim Lockhart & Barry Devlin from the band pop in for a bit of a reunion with Tiffany.
Ray and the crew headed to Lansdowne Rd for an hour and a half of seismic Swiftie content, jam-packed with friendship bracelets, music, a tense ticket giveaway and a certain turkey who is still trying to shake off the glitter.
Aisling Browne emailed the show about her memories of using the scythe with her Father and joins Ray on the line along with Scythe expert Chris Hayes of Scythe.ie
Samantha Rawson, Certified Canine behaviour and trainin consultant is back just as school ends to help you plan your puppy'
Dr Michelle Curran from the Geography Dept. in Maynooth University tells Ray all about the exhibition she is leading at Glastonbury 2024
Janey Godley, Award-winning comedian from Scotland joins Ray to chat about her new book where she deals with being diagnosed with terminal cancer.
Patrick Quaile, St Finnian's PRO joins Ray to share the story of their Bear pitch invasion in Vancouver, Canada
Stephanie Rainey and Sarah Power join Ray to tell us about the audition on the America's Got Talent stage which was a rip-roaring success.
Gearoid Farrelly has popped in to tell us about his new show that he will be roadtesting in Edinburgh this summer. Gearoid Rage is coming to Vicar Street next April 25th.
The Gaff Goddess Laura De Barra is here to talk you through her top tips for getting the best results with all the jobs you might be about to tackle this Summer.
Sinéad Ní Uallacháin has been out and about in Wexford to peek behind the shutter of the bountiful strawberry season.
Kate Silverton, Author of the book joins Ray to chat about her parenting book after a career change in 2020 when she left her broadcasting career in the BBC.
Simon is with us to tellus about his plans to come to Dublin in July to audition for a new boyband!
Paychologist Allison Keating and Psychoanalyst Ray O'Neill are back to tackle your questions.
Conor Pope, Consumer Champion, The Irish Times is bck and this week he's tackling Caesar Salads and the possibility of pilot strikes over the Summer months.
Shirley Lanigan joins Ray in studio to chat about her beautiful new book featuring the gorgeous gardens of Ireland that are open to visitors.
Fran Healy and Dougie Payne join us ahead of supporting The Killers at the 3 Arena tonight and tomorrow
It is an historic day for one of our greatest golfers as he will be inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame.
Collie Ennis is on hand to help us make friends with all the bugs and insects that are out and about in this warm weather. Collie is Research Associate in Zoology at TCD and host of The Critter Shed Podcast.
Chef Anna Haugh became a famous face on BBC’s “Ready Steady Cook”. She was a staple on this show during lockdown, giving tips for meals to make life a bit more exciting. She has her own restaurant in London called Myrtle, and now she has written a gorgeous cookbook.
Shobsy is back from Berlin where he recorded new songs, and tickets went on sale today for his headline show at the Academy in November. (for copyright reasons the full tracks performed during this interview cannot be made available in the podcast)
Comedian Kevin McGahern popped into studio to tell us about his and Justine Stafford's new podcast out today. It’s called ‘The Lovely Show’ and you’ll find it on Headstuff Podcasts.
Since Oh My God What A Complete Aisling came to an end with the fifth book, we have all been waiting to see what authors Sarah Breen and Emer McLysaght would produce next… Well, they are dipping back into the Aisling Universe to bring us weekly instalments of The Ballygobbard Project on Substack!
Sharon Shannon will be performing at the Galway Folk Festival at Monroe’s Live, to close out the festival, Sunday June 9th at 7pm. (For copyright reasons the full tracks performed during this interview cannot be made available in the podcast)
The countdown is on for the second part of Bridgerton Season Three and Nicola Coughlan and Luke Newton called into us after a whirlwind global tour.
As well as having 80 million books in print worldwide, Harlan Coben is also a Netflix phenomenon. He’s the writer and creator behind ‘Stay Close’, ‘The Stranger’ and the recent ‘Fool Me Once’. His latest novel ‘Think Twice’ is out now.
Craig Revel Horwood, director, choreographer and longest serving judge on Strictly Come Dancing.
Dearbhla Mescal, mother of actor Paul and singer Nell, has shared the news that her cancer is now in remission.
The humble seaweed is seeing a surge in popularity around the globe, in the areas of cuisine and skincare! Kathryn speaks to medical doctor and author of “Irish Seaweed Kitchen” Prannie Rhatigan.
Musician Niamh Regan has been celebrating the release of her second album Come as You Are with a series of pop up shows around the country. (For copyright reasons the full tracks performed during this interview cannot be made available in the podcast)
Digestion and going to the toilet are things we all do, but we don’t necessarily like talking about it. Kathryn speaks with gut health dietician at the Blackrock Clinic, Lorraine Cooney.
Expert packer and Freelance Travel Writer Nicola Brady joins us to share her packing secrets.
Neil Hannon of The Divine Comedy is getting ready to play Forest Fest at Emo Village in Laois from 19-21 July.
Ransom’79 is a film about a ransom demand on the Irish Government that has been kept secret for more than 40 years. It is the late Charlie Bird's last story as a journalist. Starring alongside Charlie is journalist and playwright Colin Murphy.
Sinéad Ní Uallachain reports from the WayFinding Centre in Dublin, an innovative, multi-functional centre, driven by the need to make transport accessible for everyone.
One paramedic equipped with a jetpack has set a new record in Romania, reaching a mock casualty at the summit of a mountain in two minutes, a trek that would normally take two hours by foot.
Relationship experts Ray O’Neill and Allison Keating answer all of your relationship queries and questions.
The Deepest Breath tells the story of the bond between a promising young Italian free-diver, Alessia Zecchini, and her Irish safety diver, Stephen Keenan. Last week the freediving documentary, directed by Laura McGann, won the outstanding long documentary at the Emmy Sports ceremony in New York City.
Altan are a band who have been at the forefront of traditional Irish music since the 1980s, making a lasting impact on audiences and music lovers throughout the world. Their new album is called 'Donegal'.
Conor Pope joins us once again to champion your consumer issues. If you have a consumer problem you can send it to pricewatch@rte.ie
In Co Leitrim, 6th year students who are facing into their Leaving Cert exams have decided to ditch the school bags.
Sinead, Keith and their son Daniel Tighe join Ray ahead of the final park run in Marley park to talk about how Park Run has helped with Sinead's anxiety after the birth of Daniel who has a rare genetic disorder.
Toshín is in studio with some live music and tells us all about what's coming up for her this summer
The one and only Mairead Ronan catches up with Ray and offers tips for those starting their running journey.
Colm O'Regan joins Ray in the road-caster to chat comedy and babies falling asleep at his gig!
Dustin the turkey has taken a day trip out of Dublin to join Ray in Navan, which he's naturally delighted about!
Rosie and her mother Caroline came into studio before their 5km Run with Ray in Athlone
Multi-award winning author and farmer John Connell talks all things running and his new book 'Twelve Sheep'
We're in Galway today for Run with Ray and Galway Local Legend Keith Finnegan, the voice of Galway Bay FM for over 34 years chats to Ray about all Galway has to offer.
Ray chats to astrophysics student Adam Mullins founder of The Student Pantry and chemistry student Sophie Hynes, co-founder of the Swiftie Society, both at University of Galway about juggling college life and a business.
Rimjhim Kashyap, Tim Folan and Helen Murphy talk to Ray about running and the fantastic benefits joining a Park Run group can have.
Comedian, storyteller, Irish language advocate, training facilitator and ribbon enthusiast Aine Gallagher joins Ray for all the craic!
We're in Tralee to kick off the annual week of Run with Ray and to showcase the abundant talent in Kerry is singer-songwriter Kate Dineen.
At the service of all of us today is the one and only, Francis Brennan. He caught Ray up on all that's going on in his life.
Nicola Brennan Murphy who has MND joins Ray in studio with her friend and carer Linda and her Son Conor who has been raising money to make home modifications for his
Bruce Springstein superfan Antoinette Switzer is already ready and waiting at Páirc Uí Chaoimh.
Nancy Harris, Award-winning Irish Playwright and Screenwriter behind the Dry is in studio for a chat.
Sinéad Ní uallacháin, RTE Reporter at the Liffey Boardwalk where theres's music and kayaking under a bridge.
Poet Jan Brierton is still flying high after living her dream to be on stage with English Poet John Cooper-Clarke and comes back in to tell us how it went.
Nicolas Klaus, Head of partnerships at portals.org joins Ray to discuss the project and the changes that have been made and why.
David McDaid is an Associate Professorial Research Fellow at the London School of Economics and he is speaking on the Economic Value of Aging in Ireland at the ALONE’s national conference and listener Mary also joins us to tell us about her husband's work post-retirement.
Catherine Merrigan is known as Keeper of Puffins and joins us from the island where she is keeping close watch on the puffins and other wildlife.
Theo Kirwan, Author and Co-Founder of Sprout is in to help you up your salad game for Summer.
Ray and Niamh were out reportaling in the sunshine this morning from the Portal on Dublin's O'Connell Street.
Evelyn O'Rourke is in Malmö ahead of tonights semi-final where Israel are set to perform.
Laura De Barra is in New York and joins us to give us some tips to get us excited about our gardens, patios and balconies.
What is the most appropriate gift for a communion? With Rachel O'Dwyer, writer and lecturer in digital cultures in the National College of Art and Design, Dublin, and author of Tokens: The Future of Money in the Age of the Platform.
Sinéad Ní Uallacháin is out and about in Dublin city for the unveiling of a ‘visual bridge’ between North Earl Street in Dublin and Fifth Avenue in New York City.
Joe Humphreys, Writer of the "Unthinkable" philosophy column joins Ray to discuss the philosophical thoughts people may ask themselves when they consider if they will decide to have children or not in today's world.
The Skin Nerd Jennifer Rock is back to give you all the advice you need to protect your skin this summer.
Liam Hegerty, Fitness instructor at BMS Warehouse Gym joins Ray to talk him throught the latest fitness craze.
Dustin the Turkey is in studio to demo his news reading skills as Brian Dobson departs.
Shane Byrne previews the Rugby and we hear all about the Kiltulla & District Vintage Show, near Athenry, foraging on the coast for seaweed in Waterford with The Sea Gardener and the Rotunda Hospital’s Neonatal Unit nurses and staff who will be jumping into the Irish Sea on Monday to raise money for special sensory covers incubators for their unit.
Sinéad Ní Uallachain is reporting today from Blanchardstown to find all about sustainable gardens.
10 year old Elyssa and her Mam Magda join Ray in studio to chat about meeting inspirational bald make-up artist Abby Wren who is also in studio.
Broadcaster George Hamilton joins Ray in celebrating a quarter of a century of Lyric FM.
Principal Michael Nally joins Ray to tell us about St. David’s College, previously known as St. David’s C.B.S in Artane, who will begin enrolling girls this September.
Aishling Moore, Restaurateur of Goldie in Cork City and Author of the book joins Ray for some fishy talk!
Oein DeBhairduin, Traveller Cultural Collections Officer at the National Museum of Ireland joins Ray to chat about the brand new exhibition.
Stars of "The Currabinny Cookbook" James Kavanagh and William have dropped in as they give up city life and embark on a country life.
Comedian Kevin McGahern pops in and leaves us in stitches ahead of his Liberty Hall gig this evening.
Ray is joined by 3 people, Hanako O’Donnell, who is Japanese Irish and 16 years old, Hiro Ino, a solicitor in Dublin, but spent some of his formative years in Ballina, and Taiko Drum Master Luke Takahashi, who just arrived in the country yesterday
“I'm Not as Well as I Thought I Was” is the name of the latest book from Ruby Wax and Ruby is coming to Ireland for a series of live shows to discuss that book.
Daniel O'Donnell, Irish Music Royalty is just back from a tour down under to hit the road Ireland.
Tara O'Kelly has been working in Noel's Deli since the age of 14 and has a lovely story to tell.
Lelia Doolin joins Ray to talk about her reasons to mark her 90th Birthday with a skydive and raising money for Doctors without Borders / Médecins Sans Frontiéres.
Conor Pope is back to tackle your consumer quibbles, this time its the Bottle Re-Turn Scheme and Health Insurance policy changes.
Actor and West Cork resident Jeremy Irons joins Ray for an in-depth chat about his work as an ambassador for the Hope Foundation on their 25th Anniversary and his life and career as a Hollywood star.
Head of Media Relations at Dublin Airport, Graeme McQueen and Niall Hatch from Birdwatch Ireland about the bird (starlin) that is trapped in T1 Dublin Airport.
Podiatrist Veronica Daniels from The Podiatry Clinic in Dublin joins us to answer all your foot queries.
Dale Davis was Amy's Bass Player and Former Musical Director and joined Ray as The Amy Winehouse Band go on tour.
Ray is joined by Michael Greco, aka Beppe di Marco from East Enders who will play Juror No. 7 in 12 Angry Men when it takes to the stage at the Bord Gais Energy Theatre.
Orlaith McBride, Director of the National Archives joins Ray to tell us all about the new exhibition which opened today.
Anne Ní Mhaille tells Ray all about the history of her shop ahead of its planned closure while our very own Producer in Charge Niamh Hassle shares her own memories of the shop in her childhood as her mother was one of Anne's knitters.
Bestselling Author Anthony Horowitz joined Ray for a fascinating chat about his writing.
Dan Butler is starring in Tuesdays with Morrie and played Bulldog in Frasier. He joined Ray for a chat ahead of taking to the stage at the Gaiety Theatre tomorrow.
Ray chats to a couple of Ireland's Athletic stars ahead of the European Athletic Championships.
Clinical Hypnotherapist Fiona Brennan joins Ray to chat about her extremely helpful book, Sleep Well
Irish Film Director, Screenwriter and Novelist Neil Jordon joins Ray to chat about becoming a donor to the Hugh Lane Gallery.
Collie Ennis, Zoology Assistant Research Associate at Trinity College Dublin joins Ray to chat about all the life and activity in our gardens at this time of year.
Galway native Arthur McGuire spent fifty years running his family's convenient store in the West Galway City area. He was also a part-time fireman for twenty years. Now retired, he’s turned his hand to being a tour guide.
Our relationship experts, psychologist Allison Keating and psychoanalyst Ray O'Neill, answer your relationship questions.
Henry Winkler, known for his iconic role as ‘The Fonz’ in Happy Days, celebrates fifty years of his remarkable Hollywood career. And he’s bringing his show ‘Henry Winkler: The Fonz and Beyond’ to the National Concert Hall on June 12th.
Former Ireland International and Chair of the Dillon Quirke Foundation joins Ray in studio for a lovely chat about cardiac screening for sports clubs, and all things Irish football related....
Sam McAlister, Author of Scoop and Executive Producer of the movie Scoop joins Ray to chat about the infamous Prince Andrew interview and her recollections of that time.
John Melody, Restaurateur and Bar Owner in Erie Pennsylvania, USA is gearing up for the solar eclipse at his bar which
Billy and Niki O'Toole join Ray about their road to parenthood with a diagnosis of Cystic Fibrosis.
Conor is back with your consumer queries and chats to Ray about the difficulty of getting a mortgage if you have an illness.
Séan joins Ray from London to chat about his path to becoming a comedian and his success in the UK
Margaret Leahy, Food tour guide with Fable Tours has some tips on what to forage this spring and what to do with your bounty.
Actor Alex Grendon and Paul Ritchie join Ray to talk about Alex's path to becoming the star of a movie.
Ashley Campbell & Thor Jensen perform live and Ashley chats to Ray about her career so far and her famous Father Glenn Campbell
Aine Kennedy is here with her colleague and sister Eimear and their Grandad Billy to chat about their viral fame and starting the Smooth Company.
Dr Aisling Loy, A Consultant in Sexual Health and HIV joins Kathryn to discuss a new report showing the staggering rise in STI's in Ireland over the last year.
World renowned Flamenco Guitarist Paco Peña joins Kathryn in studio for a chat and performance ahead of his Paco and Friends performance live at the National Concert Hall Thursday 4th April
Marie-Louise Nicholson tells us all about her journey to become champion of the BBC's rebooted Gladiators.
A thousand-year-old Irish oak tree that was toppled in storm Elin is set to be resurrected as rare whiskey casks, which will be crafted here in Ireland. Peter Cooney from Boann Distillery tells us all about it.
Best Man is a show written by friends and comics Mikey Fleming and Colman Hayes. It had a sell out run in Edinburgh festival last year and is coming back to the Irish stage at the end of this month and Colman is here to tell us all about it
Singer Flo McSweeney and Drazen Derek on acoustic guitar join Ray ahead of a performance with "the Nelson Riddle Orchestra" at Dublin's Bord Gais Energy Theatre on Sunday the 28th April 2024
Thomas Metcalfe joins Ray to tell us how proud he is of his girls Lauren and Ellamay Metcalfe who have been donating Easter Eggs for years now.
Marion Power, Embalming Manager at Fanagans and Embalmer Emma Bainton tell Ray about their unusual profession.
From Ireland's oldest easter egg to the most beautiful, Ray chats to some cracking guests about their chocolate easter eggs. Frank Kean from KoKo Kinsale, Una Leonard, Author and Baker and John Gartlan and Dolores McMahon.
The Irish Soccer team have played their first two international games under the management of John O’Shea taking on Belgium on Saturday and Switzerland last night and he joined Ray today to reflect on the experience and his hopes going forward.
Gavan Hennigan is just back from winning the 1600KM race in Alaska which has not even finished yet with some participants still battling through on the course.
Guy Garvey joins us in Studio 8 for a special performance and chat about his incredible career and life.
Rosemary Ryan is Curator and Manager at Waterford's Museum of Time and will have her work cut out for her when the clocks go forward on Sunday.
Ray is joined by Ireland's very own 007 Actor Pierce Brosnan to discuss being honoured with an Oscar Wilde Award and receiving an IFTA nomination for one of his latest projects, The Last Rifleman.
Dr. Colman Noctor, Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist talks to Ray about why young people are becoming less happy than older generations.
Ray chats to David Gray and Victoria Mary Clarke about last night's tribute concert to Shane MacGowan and Sinéad O’Connor in New York's Carnegie Hall.
Daisy Kelliher is the only Irish person to have appeared on the hugely popular Below Deck reality show series, having worked as a formidable Chief Stew on three seasons on the show so far.
Bernard O'Shea joins Ray from our Limerick Studio for some chat about his theories around Adult Bedtime Procrastination.
Roisin Hayes, Music Therapist and Lynne O'Donnell whose son uses the service join Ray in studio ahead of Daffodil Day on Friday
Colin Block chats with Ray after announcing his retirement aged 80, having been an orchestra player and conductor for the last 60 years
'Irish Wish', which stars Hollywood star Lindsey Lohan drops today on Netflix and our very own Niamh Hassell tells us all about the film
Dancing with the Stars professional Karen Byrne and her long term partner singer Jake Carter join the show to discuss music, dancing and more!
The KIilfenora Ceili Band are live in studio to play some tunes ahead of Paddy's Day and their upcoming gigs!
Joe is the writer of the “Unthinkable” philosophy column and Assistant News Editor at The Irish Times and joins Ray to delve into the sense of powerlessness that many people feel about the problems in the world today.
Chris Stokel-Walker, Tech Journalist and writer tells Ray about the tech reasons behind the frenzy around where Kate Middleton is and the Royal Mother's Day photo.
Sinéad Ní Uallacháin is finding out what the best things about being Irish are before meeting Ireland's last Leprechaun Whisperer!
Boradcaster and producer Mícheál Ó’Domhnail speaks about the premiere of 'Armada 1588: Shipwreck & Survivors'
Psychotherapist Ray O’Neill & Psychologist Alison Keating answer your relationship queries
William Wall, Cillian Murphy's old teacher, spoke to us on directing the new Oscar winner towards the Arts at a young age.
Chat with Joanne McNally about life in London and her new Podcast, 'Who Killed Avril Lavigne?: Joanne McNally Investigates'
It’s been a BIG week for our Eurovision star Bambie Thug. It was their 31st birthday on Wednesday, the song Doomsday Blue hit a million streams, and their video premiered this morning
Tadhg Hickey’s new play GATMAN! Has come to The Everyman in Cork with tickets available for tonight’s preview show and the premiere tomorrow
Ray has been out on the streets near Cillian's Murphy's family home to take the temperature of the locals who have their fingers crossed for an Oscar win.
Robbie Ryan, Oscar Nominee joins Ray as he makes his way to Hollywood, we have our fingers and toes crossed!!!
RTÉ Reporter Sinéad is finding out about where we are happiest including James Browne who has always loved the farm in Lough Rey despite being a creative in the fashion world working in New York & London with huge celebrities.
Anne is live in studio to chat about her involvement with the The Westmeath Bachelor Competition and much, much more.
Brian Kerr joins Ray from Dublin Airport as he embarks on a task to check out Irish players at QPR -v- West Brom this evening.
Conor takes a look at grocery shopping today and the new deposit return scheme for bottles and cans.
Theresa O'Rourke lives with incurable chronic pain which affects her everyday life, but a little help from innovative designer Trevor Vaugh has provided some refuge from the pain. Her story is told on 'Big Life Fix', which features extraordinary people whose lives have been transformed by Ireland’s leading inventors.
Ireland's best known rock fiddler, Steve Wickham from The Waterboys, is on the road for the national tour of a play called 'The Hare'. He joined Ray to talk about his glittering career that has included collaborations with U2, Sinead O'Connor and Sharon Shannon.
Eleanor Hooker was recued by the RNLI and became a rescuer as a volunteer helm at the Lough Derg RNLI.
Sekou joins us from Studio 8 for a performance and chat ahead of a show at the Olympia tonight.
James Daley and Bernadette McGaley join Ray in a celebratory mood after becoming engaged at the Park Run in Tralee over the weekend.
On today's show we have some live music from Nathan Carter, Ray chats to Oisin O'Reilly ahead of Pride weekend, Eanna Ni Lamhna gives us a wildlife challenge for next weeks Run With Ray's we hear from Thos McDermott about Run With Ray in Corkagh Park and tomorrow is the DollyDay fundraiser we hear from Eugene Naughton & Mags Horgan.
Eanna Ni Lamhna gives us a wildlife challenge for our week on the road with Run With Ray's
Ray talks to our reporter Sinead whos out plane spotting at Dublin Airport with Fr. Bryan Shortall.
Fiona Looney tells us about her recent visit to Uganda. Fiona has been sponsoring children with World Vision Ireland for the past 20 years.
We continue to monitor the story of the missing Titan Sub, Ray speaks to Colonel Terry Virts a friend of Hamish Harding.
On today's show Ray talks to our reporter Sinead whos out plane spotting at Dublin Airport with Fr. Bryan Shortall, we continue to monitor the story of the missing Titan Sub, Ray speaks to Colonel Terry Virts a friend of Hamish Harding, Fiona Looney tells us about her recent visit to Uganda and Samantha Rawson is back with some dog advice.
Mary Jennings joins Ray to chat about on the day prep ahead of the Run With Ray's happening next week.
Run With Ray starts next week, Mary Jennings is in studio and we hear from Sinead Ni Ullachain about her progress as a beginner and Tony Wheat of the Westmeath Sports Partnership talks to us about the Mullingar Old Rail Trail for our 5k run, jog, walk.
Ray speaks to Dr Marion Broderick who has just retired after speanding 42 years as a GP on the Aran Islands.
On today show Ray speaks to Dr Marion Broderick who has just retired after 42 years as a GP in Inis Mór, Paul O’Neill & Anton Tovarnitskyi, from Valentia Bee Beds, are on to tell us about a new wellness trend and ahead of next week's Run With Ray Mary Jennings is in studio and we hear from Sinead Ni Ullachain and Tony Wheat.
Ray is joined in studio by Professor Marcus Butler is a consultant respiratory physician at St Vincent’s Hospital Dublin, and on the Board of the Asthma Society of Ireland. For more information visit asthma.ie.
On todays show Ray speaks to Capt. Bill Kavanagh about the missing submersible, Prof. Marcus Butler is in studio to talk about hayfever we hear from Diane Middleton about Run With Ray in Sligo next week and Ray chats to Simon Tuite, Liam Oragh, Aisling Lynch & Juli Ni Mhaoileoin about some events around the country tomorrow to mark Summer Solstice.
Ray chats to Simon Tuite, Liam Oragh, Aisling Lynch & Juli Ni Mhaoileoin about some events around the country tomorrow to mark Summer Solstice.
On today's show, Ray chats to Dr. Graham Fry about the effects and causes of mosquito bites, Journalist Anne Doyle is in studio to talk about being a judge at the upcoming Westmeath Bachelor Festival, Myles Sweeney talks about next week's Run With Ray in Buncrana, and Conor Pope is in for Pricewatch.
On today's show Kathryn is joined by Conor & Louise hosts of the Eirevision Podcast to talk about the Eurovision submissions that have just opened, Collie Ennis talks summer creepy crawlies and the Kaleidoscope Festival, we have live music from Pa Sheehy and James Kavanagh & William Murray are in studio for a catch up and some summer recipes.
On today's show Kathryn chats to our reporter Sinead Ni Ullachain who is out & about at the Ballinakill swimming pool, Stephanie Meagher is in studio to tell us about her sober social group “Babes Without Beers”, Alan Cotton tells us the good news of his missing sketchbook and we get some easy outdoor dish ideas from Gina Daly.
On todays show Kathryn chats to a third generation strawberry seller Eamon Crean, The Irish Comedy Guide is the first site of its kind in Ireland the brains behind it Damo Clark & Ailish McCarthy tell us more, Mary Jenning is back with some running tips and our relationship experts Alison Keating & Ray O'Neill are in to answer your query's.
It's been a hot week for people getting outside and exercising Mary is back to give us some tips and advice on running in the heat.
On today's show Kathryn chats to Cork poet Victoria Kennefick whos poem was on the Leaving Cert, Damien Wildes is in studio to tell us about the 32 Challenge for charity, we hear from Irish contestant from Australian Masterchef, Phil Conway and Brian Lloyd talks Hollywood movie remakes and sequels.
Conor Pope joins us once again to champion your consumer issues if you have a consumer problem you can send it to pricewatch@rte.ie
On todays show Kathryn chats to Alan O'Reilly from Carlow weather about the thunderstorms and rising humidity this week and hairdresser Angie Dromgoole joins in to tell us how to fight the fuzz, actor, writer Aisling Bea talks about her new new movie Greatest Days, we have live music from Angie McLaughlin and Conor Pope is back with pricewatch.
Actor, a writer, a comedian Aisling Bea talks about her new movie about a bunch of “Take That” superfans. It’s called “Greatest Days”
On today's show Kathryn is joined by Sam Bayley, a Conservation Ranger with the National Parks & Wildlife Service to talk about an exciting new project tracking Irish cuckoos, Jen Zamparelli & Lottie Ryan are in studio to talk about their new podcast, we have live music from Ham Sandwich and chef Adrian Martin gives us some summer food inspo.
Kathryn is joined by Sam Bayley, a Conservation Ranger with the National Parks & Wildlife Service to talk about an exciting new project tracking Irish cuckoos.
Jen Zamparelli & Lottie Ryan join Kathryn in studio to chat about their podcast Jen & Lottie Do... Parenting.
Elaine Burke host of “For Tech’s Sake” podcast is in studio to give us a breakdown of the best holiday tech items.
On today's show Kathryn is joined by Sharon Shannon in studio 8 for a live session and a chat, Elaine Burke host of “For Tech’s Sake” podcast gives us a breakdown of the best holiday tech items, Mary Jennings talks to us about injuries ahead of the Run With Ray's and Ray himself joins in on the chat and Laura de Barra talks Summer household pests.
Mary Jennings talks to us about injuries ahead of the Run With Ray's and Ray himself joins in on the chat
Next week is Carers Week to mark it, Family Careers Ireland are running their Heart of Gold campaign Lynsey O’Donovan tells us her story
Kathryn is joined in studio by Wayne McMahon his five Irish Wolfhounds, and a terrier as he tells us about the Wolfhound Experience.
On today's show Kathryn is joined in studio by Wayne McMahon his five Irish Wolfhounds, and a terrier as he tells us about the Wolfhound Experience, Next week is Carers Week to mark it, Family Careers Ireland are running their Heart of Gold campaign Lynsey O’Donovan tells us her story and Mary Murray is in studio to talk about a new play Holy Mary.
Conor Pope joins us once again to champion your consumer issues if you have a consumer problem you can send it to pricewatch@rte.ie
On today's show Kathryn Thomas chats to Cillian O'Connor after The Britain's got talent final on Sunday night, the Irish Camino Sisters, Miriam and Joanne Donohoe join Kathryn in studio, Conor Pope is back with pricewatch and comedian Preacher Lawson tells us about huis Irish tour.
Today's show is live from Mungret St. Balls GAA club in Limerick with the Women's Shed. Ray is joined by some of the amazing women involved and we have some special guests including Limerick born & bred, rugby union referee Joy Neville, comedian Bernard O'Shea and sociology prof. Niamh Hourigan and we have live music from Dalahan.
Mags Horgan tells us about Dolly Day in aid of The Kerry Hospice Foundation and Comfort for Chemo Kerry.
On today's show Ray goes live to the Bloom Festival to chat to forager Feebee Foran, writer and director Charlie Kaufman joins Ray ahead of his visit to Dublin for the IFI and Bloomsday Film Festival from the 14th of June and Mags Horgan tells us about Dolly Day in aid of The Kerry Hospice Foundation and Comfort for Chemo Kerry.
Writer and director Charlie Kaufman joins Ray ahead of his visit to Dublin for the IFI and Bloomsday Film Festival from the 14th of June.
Lead singer from 80’s electro pop duo Soft Cell Marc Almond joins Ray to talk about 40years on the music scene ahead of their gig in Dublin this weekend.
Paddy Smyth joins Ray in studio to talk about his new BBC Documentary Should I Be Fixed.
Should I Be Fixed, our reporter Sinéad Ni Uallachain joins Mary Jennings for some running tips for beginners.
On today's show Paddy Smyth joins Ray in studio to talk about his new BBC Documentary Should I Be Fixed, our reporter Sinéad Ni Uallachain joins Mary Jennings for some running tips for beginners & lead singer from 80’s electro pop duo Soft Cell Marc Almond joins Ray to talk about 40years on the music scene ahead of their gig in Dublin this weekend.
Ray is joined by NBA hopeful Aidan Igiehon, the Dublin native is home to impart his wisdom with a series of summer camps.
On today's show Ray is joined by NBA hopeful Aidan Igiehon, the Dublin native is home to impart his wisdom with a series of summer camps, Brian Whiteside is a Humanist Funeral Celebrant gives us some advice on how to write a Eulogy, we hear some tips for Dogs in the heat with Corina Fitzsimons and Cormac Noctor is back with some parenting advice.
Brian Whiteside is a Humanist Funeral Celebrant gives us some advice on how to write a Eulogy
Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist Dr. Colman Noctor joins Ray to answer your parenting questions.
Conor Pope joins us once again to champion your consumer issues if you have a consumer problem you can send it to pricewatch@rte.ie
On today's show Ray is joined by Ireland’s most viewed music star on TikTok, Robert Grace, The ‘Trees to Treasures’ exhibition in Farmleigh Gallery will run until 27th August, Paul Leamy, Isabel Robinson and Neil O'Donoghue are in studio to tell us more and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.
Wildlife photographer Colin Stafford Johnson tells us about biodiversity apps that are out there at the moment
On todays show Ray chats to Dara O'Briain about his new podcast called Timewasters, wildlife photographer Colin Stafford Johnson tells us about biodiversity apps that are out there at the moment and Ray catches up with Kevin McGahern.
Sister Stan & Lyra are in studio as they're joining forces to raise money for Rock Against Homelessness in aid of Focus Ireland
Ray chats to Cathy Dlinn-Cohane & Colleen Mays as they reunite in Dublin today after 50years.
On todays show our reporter Sinead Ni Uallachain is out and about in the sunshine & joins Noel Tracey in his Ice Cream Van, Sister Stan & Lyra are in studio as they're joining forces to raise money for Rock Against Homelessness in aid of Focus Ireland and Ray chats to Cathy Dlinn-Cohane & Colleen Mays as they reunite in Dublin today after 50years.
Our reporter Sinead Ni Uallachain is out and about in the sunshine & joins Noel Tracey in his Ice Cream Van.
Ray is joined in studio by mother Edel O’Brien Farrell and daughter Laura Farrell to tell us their Kidney donation story.
On today's show Ray is joined in studio by mother Edel O’Brien Farrell and daughter Laura Farrell to tell us their Kidney donation story, Running Coach Mary Jennings joins Ray in studio as we gear up for Run with Ray happening the week of June 26th and the Dog expert Samantha Rawson joins us to answer your canine questions.
Running Coach Mary Jennings joins Ray in studio as we gear up for Run with Ray happening the week of June 26th
On today's show Ray speaks to Jennifer Carville who found a letter she had written to the Den 30yrs ago her parents never posted, we have live music from Camilla Griehsel, Roisin Foran, head nurse at Just Cats Vets tells us about the Annual Cat Name Survey and Gearoid Farrelly is in studio for a catch up.
On today's show Ray chats to Kathleen Watkins to assess the fourth host of The Late Late Show, award winning Irish voice actor Remi Michelle Clarke shares her story of how AI stole her voice, snake expert Rob Gandola tells us about the corn snake that was found in Sandymount and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.
Award winning Irish voice actor Remi Michelle Clarke shares her story of how AI stole her voice.
Conor Pope joins us to champion your consumer issues if you have a consumer problem you can send it to pricewatch@rte.ie
On today's show Shay Byrne catches up with retiree Fiona Griffin as she starts her second J1 visa, we hear from Stanley Tucci as he visits Dublin this week, Sharleen Spiteri from the band Texas talks about their outdoor Irish gig this summer and Mark Moriarty chats all things BBQ as the summer season kicks off.
On today's show Ray speaks to Michael Cottrell about a humpback whale breaching off the West of Cork yesterday, Annie Mac is in studio for a catch up and to tell us about her new book and authors and friends Catherine Doyle and Katherine Webber are in studio to talk about their book Cursed Crowns.
Annie Mac is in studio for a catch up and to tell us about her new book called The Mess We’re In.
Authors and friends Catherine Doyle and Katherine Webber are in studio to talk about their book Cursed Crowns.
On todays show Sinead Ni Ullachain is on Howth Hill with goat herder Melissa Jeuken they both chat to Ray about naming the new baby goats and Cliona Hagan joins in on the line for some yodeling, Ray is joined by author & screen writer of Schitts Creek Monica Heisy and our relationship experts Ray O'Neill & Allison Keating are back with some advice.
Sinead Ni Ullachain is on Howth Hill with goat herder Melissa Jeuken they both chat to Ray about naming the new baby goats and Cliona Hagan joins in on the line for some yodeling.
Ray is joined by author & screen writer of the hugely successful comedy series Schitts Creek, Monica Heisy ahead of the International Literature Festival Dublin.
Our relationship experts are back, Alison Keating Psychologist and Ray O’Neill, psychoanalyst. They’re join Ray in studio to answers all relationship queries and questions.
On todays show Ray is joined in studio by by one of Ireland's top weightlifters Thammy Nguyen to talk about the 2024 Paris Olympics, Author Louise Kennedy tells us about her win at The Bookseller Magazine Awards and we hear from Barry Kenny has recently returned from a volunteering in Ukraine in a kitchen serving the frontline.
Ray is joined in studio by by one of Ireland's top weightlifters Thammy Nguyen to talk about the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Author Louise Kennedy tells us about her win at The Bookseller Magazine Awards in London last night.
Ray speaks to Barry Kenny has recently returned from a volunteering in Ukraine in a kitchen serving the frontline.
Ray is joined by Catherine and John McWade to share their story to mark the start of Laura Lynn’s Children’s Hospice Week. The only week in the year dedicated to raising awareness and funds for children’s hospice services in Ireland.
Conor Pope joins us once again to champion your consumer issues if you have a consumer problem you can send it to pricewatch@rte.ie
On today's show Ray is joined by Catherine and John McWade to share their story to mark the start of Laura Lynn’s Children’s Hospice Week, we hear from Ingmarie Halling from the ABBA Museum in Stockholm after Loreen won the Eurovision for Sweden on Saturday night and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.
On today's show Ray speaks to Sean Stack Principal of St Joseph’s in Fairview about the school going from all boys to co- ed, Denise McCormack & Christine Collins are in studio to talk about a new play The Rose Tattoo, we have live music from Lisa Lambe and the Gaff Goddess Laura De Barra is back with some tips for getting the Gaff Summer Ready.
The Gaff Goddess Laura De Barra is back with some tips for getting the Gaff Summer Ready.
Denise McCormack & Christine Collins are in studio to talk about a new play The Rose Tattoo.
We hear from Michael Kealy head of delegation for Ireland in the Eurovision after last night's show.
On today's show Ian O Brien who has been diagnosed with early onset Parkinson's is gearing up for the challenge of a lifetime, he joins Ray to tell us about his fundraiser, we hear from Michael Kealy head of delegation for Ireland in the Eurovision after last night's show and Eoin Colfer is in studio to talk about his new a graphic novel Global.
Ian O Brien who has been diagnosed with early onset Parkinson's is gearing up for the challenge of a lifetime, he joins Ray to tell us about his fundraiser. All donations go to Early Onset Parkinson’s Disease Ireland: eurupian.com. You can follow Ian’s progress on Instagram @eurupian2023.
Eoin Colfer is in studio to talk about his new a graphic novel Global, about an adventure about hope in the face of climate change.
On today's show we are live from Liverpool for the Eurovision Semi Final. Ray is joined by Linda Martin, Conor Devin from Eirevision Podcast, Sinéad Ní Uallacháin chats to the fans, we catch up with Wild Youth, Ray speaks to the Ukrainian Eurovision Commentator Timur Miroshnychenko & superfan Scott Bryan and Marty Whelan & Dustin pop in for a chat.
Ray chats to Brian Kennedy and Niamh Kavanagh ahead of the Eurovision Semi Final tomorrow.
Author and podcaster Sophie White is in studio to talk about her new novel “My Hot Friend”.
Conor Pope joins us once again to champion your consumer issues if you have a consumer problem you can send it to pricewatch@rte.ie
On today's show author and podcaster Sophie White is in studio to talk about her new novel “My Hot Friend”, Conor Pope is back with pricewatch and Ray chats to Brian Kennedy and Niamh Kavanagh ahead of the Eurovision Semi Final tomorrow.
On today's show our reporter Sinead Ni Ullachain is out on the streets of Dublin chatting to fans of the Boss ahead of tonight's gig, its the Kin Finale this Sunday Ray is joined by Maria Doyle Kennedy and Jasmin Seky, Eanna Ni Lamnha gives us the lowdown on the Dawn Chorus this weekend and Maia Dunphy is in studio to chat about No Mow May.
On today show Ray chats to Kevin Shortall, the dancing principal of St Aidan's in Tallaght about the video of him crashing his students' dance class that's gone viral this week, we have live music from Shobsy, our dog expert Samantha Rawson is in studio with some advice and Jennie Bond gives us the scoop on the Kings Coronation this Saturday.
Dog expert Samantha Rawson is back to answer your canine questions. If you’ve any worries about your dogs’ behavior or habits you can text us on 51551 or email ray@rte.ie for some free expert advice.
Eimear Ryan chatted about her new book 'The Grass Ceiling' on what it’s like to be a female in a male dominated sporting world.
On Todays show Ray chatted to Lee Cronin. The Irish Director of the Evil Dead series, "Evil Dead Rise". Eimear Ryan chatted about her new book 'The Grass Ceiling' on what it’s like to be a female in a male dominated sporting world. Danielle Galligan joined us to chat about her new film Lakelands.
On todays show Ray chatted to taxi driver Rory McHugh who has gone viral for feeding crows. Thomas Leeds, Author of Jayben and the Golden Torch, who regained his memory through a song. Niamh Dunne performed live in studio and Sheila Flitton chatted about the May Day Parade.
Brand-new Irish film ‘Barber’ with Aiden Gillen, is set to premiere in Tullamore tomorrow night with one of Tullamore’s finest, actress Aisling Kearns who has a starring role, joining us in studio now.
Psychotherapist and clinical practitioner, Colman Noctor joined Ray about his new book, The 4-7 Zone, which he hopes will help you achieve balance and harmony in different areas of your life.
On todays show Ray chats to Sinead Ni Uallachain, our reporter who went out Ziplining and Sinead is joined by the operations manager of in Zipit Tibradden Wood, Eoin O'Shaughnessy Psychotherapist and clinical practitioner, Colman Noctor joined Ray about his new book, The 4-7 Zone and Aisling Kearns is in studio to talk about the new film
Caz Mooney has been labeled Ireland’s budgeting social media sensation, she's in studio to talks about her book about her journey and tips on budgeting.
On today's show Ray chats to Michael Walsh become the first man to win at the Punchestown Races Best Dressed Style Contest, Caz Mooney has been labeled Ireland’s budgeting social media sensation, she's in studio to talks about her book about her journey and tips on budgeting and Jason Byrne is in studio for a catch up.
On todays show Ray is joined by Dermot Bannon to chat about RIAI Simon Open Door initiative, a new Irish movie Lakelands will hit cinemas nationwide from Friday week May 5th Ray is joined by joined by the writers and directors Robert Higgins and Patrick McGivney and Michael Fortune talks about some of the folklore we associate with Bealtaine.
On today's show Ray is joined by Gregory Provan, Professor of Computer Science and Information Technology at UCC. Gregory talks about ChatGPT poses an existential threat, and the window for gaining control over it is small and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.
Ray and the team are in Laytown, Co. Meath today to speak with Justine Stafford and Nuala O'Reilly; sea swimmers and locals; Britain's Got Talent sensation Cillian O'Connor (with Keith Barry); and there's live music from Niamh Regan.
On todays show we have live music from Josh Ritter, Podcaster and Author of Friendaholic: The Confessions of a Friend Addict, Elizabeth Day talks about her new book, Patrick Bergin is live in studio to talk about a new play The Best Marigold Hotel and Brian O'Driscoll joins Ray for a catch up.
On todays show our reporter Sinead Ni Uallachain is out and about chatting about collectors. Sinead joins Gareth Peter Pahliney in his mancave to see his Deadpool collection, Nicole LePera also known as the holistic psychologist talks about her new book and Dermatologist Prof. Anne Marie Tobin joins Ray to give us some skin advice.
On todays show Ray is joined by Dr Jonathan Kennedy lecturer in politics and global health at Queen Mary University of London to talk about his new book Pathogenesis and Mattress Mick the musical is coming to Dublin’s Liberty Hall at the end of this month. Mattress Mick and the man that plays him in the musical Conor Duffy join Ray in studio.
On today's show Ray chat to Susan Harte owner of Gillian the cat took home the top prize for the best pedigree pet at a Dublin Cat Show, Writer and Illustrator Aoife Dooley is in studio to talk about her new book called Finding My Voice and Conor Pope is back with pricewatch.
On todays show Kathryn catches up with Jane Crean from The Ballina Costume Company who’s in the midst of the chaos in Mayo, Jamie Oliver has debuted his first children’s book ‘Billy and the Giant Adventure’ he joins Kathryn to tell us about it, Thom Breathnach talks about solo travel and Paul Ryder tells us about his new show Make-Up All Stars.
On today's show Kathryn is joined by Designer Dee Coleman and Builder Peter Finn from Home Rescue, as James Cordon's carpool karaoke comes to an end Kathryn and Conor Behan reminisce on the best bits, Karl Henry gives us some tips for fitness at home and its coming into moth season Colie Ennis tells us more.
On today's show Kathryn chats Sober Raves with the organizer Paul Walsh, author Suzanne Heywood tells us the fascinating story of her life at sea in her memoir Wavewalker: Breaking Free, we have live music from Stephanie Rainey and Laura De Barra is back with some spring cleaning tips and tricks.
On today's show Kathryn takes a take a peak into the world of humanist weddings and is joined by Ruth Scott, Neighbours favorite Alan Fletcher aka Karl Kennedy tells us about the shows comeback, Laura Gannon gives us some tips on what to do with our left over Easter chocolate and Conor Pope is a back with pricewatch.
On today's show Ray is joined in studio Hannah Daly who can’t read or write has published a book of her story called Knowing No Boundaries, Irish actor Dermot Crowley stars in new Luther movie The Fallen Sun he joins Ray to tell us about it and Danish Jamshed hails from Pakistan he chats to Ray about speaking 'Gaeilge’ to his customers.
On todays show with Easter Sunday just days away our Sinead Ní Uallacháin is on the hunt for something sweet she visits the Sugar Plum Sweetery in Mullingar, Hozier joined Ray in studio for a chat and our relationship experts Ray O'Neill and Allison Keating.
On today's show Ray is joined in studio by Keith Lanigan, his family's life changed dramatically after his daughter Sophie fought for her life after contracting Strep A, Mary Byrne tells us about Menopause The Musical 2 and Laura Russell, an Irish Aerobatic Pilot & Physicist tells us about the joys of her job.
On today's show Ray chats to Hilary Wood, from the Lir Academy about Paul Mescal winning the Oliver Award, author Serena Molloy shows what words & numbers look like to a child with dyslexia in her new children's book, Siobhan Pierce & Matthew Lestor tell us about Viking Workshops at the National Museum and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.
On todays show Ray catches up with Scottish Singer, Marti Pellow ahead of his Irish concert with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra, a catch up with Musician Cormac Begley and Mario Rosenstock discuss his Gift Grub Live tour.
On todays show Ray chats to Supervet, Noel Fitzpatrick about his new book 'Noel Fitzpatrick Beyond Supervet- How Animals Make Us The Best We Can Be' Cork native Peter Downey, who helped setup a GAA team in Cambodia and Dr Colman Noctor is in studio to answer all your parenting questions.
On today's show our reporter Sinéad Ní Uallacháin is in Galway to learn the art of Tai Chi, Davy Fitzgerald is in studio as Davy's Toughest Team returns to our screens tonight and Canadian photographer François Brunelle chats to us about his project ‘I Am Not a Look-Alike’ & Philip Kampf who runs a doppleganger website called TwinStrangers.net
On today's show Ray chats to Lisa Lambe who sang the national anthem live in the Aviva Stadium fopr the match last night, a brand-new comedy Sisters will air on RTE 1 on Thursday creators Sarah Goldberg and Susan Stanley join Ray to tell us about it and its 40 days to Eurovision Wild Youth are in studio with Ray.
On todays show Ray is joined by Dil Wickremasinghe and Anne Marie Toole who have decided to embark on a new journey in their relationship, by becoming polyamorous, and are now in what is described as a throuple, after meeting their girlfriend in December and Conor Pope is back with pricewatch.
On today's show a Charity Shop Vincent's in Dundalk has a dedicated bridal store full of donated dresses Ray chats to the manager Ashling Matthews, The Sawdoctors, Leo Moran talks about their exclusive Irish show, the President of the Tree Council, Eanna Ni Lamhna is in studio to talk about National Tree Week and Ray catches up with Karl Spain.
On todays show Sinéad Ní Ullacháin joins us live from Mullingar with Ray Dolan's Bus Session, renowned chef Dylan McGrath returns to our screens next week with a brand new show he joins Ray in studio to tell us more about Dylan McGrath’s Secret Service and psychotherapist and author Dr Joanna Fortune talks to us about nail biting.
On today's show Ray speaks with James Martin, star of Oscar winning Short An Irish Goodbye, along with his dad Ivan, to mark Daffodil Day this Friday Naomi Brosnan joins Ray in studio to share her story and our dog expert Samantha Rawson is in studio to answer any of your canine questions.
On today's show Ray is joined by ADHD coach Claire Twomey, who helps people with ADHD achieve their potential, playwright & actor Shane O'Reilly tells us about a hilarious new musical called Gold In The Water and Seth MacFarlane has secured rights to adapt a comic book series created by Irish artist, Will Sliney, Will joins Ray to tell us more.
On today's show Ray is joined by Paris Hilton to talk about her memoir, Conor Pope is back is with pricewatch and The Amy Winehouse exhibition is now available to view at The Museum of Style Icons to tell us more about about it, Amy's stylist and friend Naomi Parry.
On today's show, Ray chats to our reporter Sinéad Ní Uallacháin who's out in Dublin City ahead of tomorrow's parade. Shane Byrne chats about the big Six Nations match between Ireland & England, The Walls perform two of their songs live in studio and snake expert Rob Gandola tells us about Irish snake myths!
On today's show, Ray is joined in studio by Irish journalist Sally Hayden to discuss her award winning book 'My Fourth Time, We Drowned', and Allison Keating & Ray O'Neill are back to answer all relationship queries and questions.
On today's show, Ray chats to Bray filmmaker Finn Boylan, who was on the show last June when had traveled to Ukraine documenting the lives of those in the midst of war, and he tells us what he's been up to since. And author & young people's therapist Katie O'Donoghue joins Ray in studio to discuss her new book 'The Little Otter Who Tried'.
Ray chats to Chief Irish Terminologist Donncha Ó Cróinín about his duties of allowing new words into the Irish language, Conor Pope joins us for Pricewatch & newly crowned Mastermind Champion Neil Delamere chats about his experience on the show!
On todays show Ray is joined by Dearbhla Mescal on the phone from Los Angeles ahead of her son Paul's big Oscars weekend. Mary McEvoy, Geraldine Plunkett & Isobel Mahon are in studio to chat about Glenroe's 40th anniversary. And Gina & Karol from The Daly Dish discuss their new book.
On todays show Ray is joined in studio by Amy Byrne her husband Sean and cousin Alison are set to take to the skies next month in memory of their amazing Grandad Larry, Ray chats to Grainne Mullins of Gra Chocolates as she has just been named on the 2023 Forbes 30 under 30 list and Dr. Colman Noctor is in studio to answer your parenting questions.
On today's show Sinéad Ní Uallacháin celebrates 25 yrs since the Spice GIrls released Stop, & reminisces with the residents of Carnew St, where the video was filmed. Siobhan Ryan joins Ray in studio to tell us about the fundraiser for her son Jamie to get him robotic legs & Brian Lloyd chats about the first time we saw our Oscar Hopefuls on screen
On todays show its Fostering Fortnight this week to raise awareness, Ray speaks with two women to help us understand fostering Niamh and Leanne have done it themselves, Niall Austin is the man behind Artificial Intelligence script writing he joins Ray to tell us more and Sara O'Neil and Laura Jayne Halton talk about The Oscars red carpet style.
On today's show Ray speaks with Stephanie Roche about yesterday's Man Utd and Liverpool match, psychotherapist and mindfulness teacher Padraig O’Morain joins Ray in studio to talk about his new book Acceptance, Create Change and Move on and Conor Pope is back with pricewatch.
On today's show Ray chats to Ingmarie Halling about ABBA Voyage going Global, host Fionnuala Jones and designer Paul Kinsella are in studio to tell us about their new show, Relove My Space that lands on the RTE Player today, we have live music with Ultan Conlon and pastry chef Louise Lennox joins Ray in studio to chat scones.
On today's show Ray chats to Madie Murphy about how she slashed the price of her wedding with simple cost cutting steps, the first accessibility centre for water sports in Ireland was formally opened last week, employee Mark McClean joins Ray in studio and author Leona Forde tells us about her new children's book.
On todays show Ray is joined by Sinead Ní Uallacháin live from the IFI with the projectionist Paul Markey and Paul Mescal’s mammy Dearbhla Mescal pops into studio today before she flies to LA for the Academy Awards.
On today's show Ray chats to Cork woman Maeve Dennehy who is reunited with mum's old diary, discovered in a charity shop bag, Sean O'Reilly joins Ray in studio to tells us his story about his battle with addiction from his teens and how he's come out the other side and Laura de Barra talks to us about how to get the best out of your clothes.
On today's show Ray chats to Alison Spittle about her appearance on EastEnders tonight, Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch, Jack O’Donovan Trá is in studio to talk about his short film called The Kingdom of Kerry, we catch up with our skijouring duo Meath Susan Oakes & Barry O’Brien Lynch and Collie Ennis talks to us about Frog Spawn.
On today's show Chef Neven Maguire tells us how can we “cherish the turnip” Ray is joined in studio by Bernard O'Shea for a catch up, we have live music from Mundy and as Ireland takes on Italy in the Six Nations tomorrow, award winning pizza chef Alessandro Capozzi gives us some inspiration for your own pizza party this weekend!
On today's show Ray speaks to psychologist and professor Geoff Beattie who’s done a deep dive into the world of ‘doubt’ for his new book, Next month sisters Alma and Petrina will complete the World Major Marathon Challenge they join Ray in studio and as its National Children's Dental Health Month we hear from Dr. Vanessa Creaven.
On today's show Ray is joined in studio by John Connors to talk about his new film called The Black Guelph, legendary singer Tony Christie will be the grand marshall in Claremorris in Co Mayo he joins Ray for a chat and dog expert Samantha Rawson is back to answer your canine questions.
On today's show our reporter Sinead Ni Uallachain talks all things pancakes from Galway, Richard E Grant, tells us about presenting the BAFTA's Susan Oakes and Barry O’Brien Lynch join Ray in studio to talk about skijoring and the championships taking place in Calgary and Inhaler are in studio to talk about their new album and 2023 World tour.
On today's show star of Bad Sisters and BAFTA nominated Daryl McCormack chats to Ray, Pauline McLynn is in studio for a catch up and Comedian Emma Doran tells us about her big Irish Tour called Mad Isn't It.
On todays show Ray chats to Sinéad Ní Ullacháin live from Fox's Sugarloaf Farm in Wicklow, Irishman Dr Colm Kellegher, the former manager of a secret Pentagon UFO programme joins Ray to discuss his book Skinwalkers at the Pentagon: An Insiders' Account of the Secret Government UFO Program and we have live music from Mary Coughlan.
On today's show Author of “It’s Not Where You Live, It’s How You Live”, John Bissett spoke with Ray about his immersive study of a public housing estate in Dublin.
On today's show Rebecca Walsh from St Colmans school in Midelton tells us about a lotto syndicate win, as it’s Valentines day, Robert and Bernie Coventry join Kathryn in studio as they mark 50 years married this year, we hear from Gayle Poppers who turned her passion for pre-loved items into a business, and Brian Lloyd talks romantic movies.
On today's show Kathryn Thomas chats to Mattress Mick about his new musical, Conor Behan gives us the low down on Las Vegas Residency, today is Galentines Day, Dev Skeehan is in studio with Kathryn for a chat, Ciara Atwell talks about The Fuss Free Family Cookbook and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.
On today's show Love is in the air as Ray chats to Sinéad Ní Ullacháin in the GPO talking to heart stamps and Valentines Cards, we have live music from The White Horse Guitar Club and Terry Christian is taking Channel 4 hit show from the nineties The Word on the road, he joins Ray to tell us more.
On today's Show Ray joins Miriam Margolyes and Senator Lynne Ruane to talk about a new TV show Lady Gregory: Ireland’s First Social Influencer and Valentines is next week we wanted to give you some food ideas to woo that special someone in your life, Ray chats to chefs Lily Higgins and Anna Haugh.
On today's show Ray speaks to Dr Mark Harper whose work as a consultant anesthetist helped him ‘accidentally’ stumble upon the positive effects of cold water swimming, he tells us more about this and his new book and Child & Adolescent Psychotherapis Dr.Colman Noctor is back to answer your questions.
On today's show, Ray chats to Ben Lamm, CEO of Colossal Biosciences about bringing the dodo bird back to life, Karen Weekes, the first Irish woman to row solo across the Atlantic, Damien Browne, the first person ever to row from New York to Galway & Blacksmith Tom King on winning the best product award at this year’s International Creative Expo.
On today's show, Ray chats to the most successful manager in the history of Gaelic Football, Jim Gavin, to talk about his work as the chairman of the Dublin Citizen’s Assembly, as well as our relationship experts Alison Keating & Ray O’Neill to answer your relationship queries and questions.
On today's show Ray chats to Irish Times journalist Ronan McGreevy who has been tracing the name Brigid's rise and fall in popularity, Dr Ellen McSweeney & Declan Galligan are in studio to talk about blood donations, Sibeal Regan tells us about Skellig Coast being declared a Hope Spot & Pamela Murphy talks about training to be a train driver.
On today's show Phil Rosenthal is in town to talk about his food and travel show ‘Somebody Feed Phil’ and his new book of the same name he joins Ray in studio, Consultant Respiratory Physician, Dr John Garvey is in studio to chat about sleep and answer your questions and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.
On today's show Ray chats to Mary Jo Needham an extra in both the Banshees of Inisherin & An Cailin Ciuin, next week Ireland celebrates the first St Brigid's public holiday, Siobhán McSweeney & Dr Niamh Wycherley join Ray to talk about the new documentary Finding Brigid and make-up artist James McInerney from the BBC Series “Glow-Up” chats to Ray.
On today's show we asked people who love their local “Park Run” to get in touch with us, Ray chats to Margaret Cooke, Robbie Forde & Sinead Tighe to tell us their story, Room to Improve has been back on our screens, Dermot Bannon and Claire Irwin join Ray in studio and one of the editors on Elvis, Irishman Jonathan Redmond chats to Ray.
On today's show Ray chats to Conor pope about what the Irish iBan for Revolut means for us, The 4th of February is World Cancer Day Oncologist Professor Janice Walshe joins Ray in studio to talk about the links between alcohol and cancer and The Dog Expert Samantha Rawson is in studio to answer your canine questions.
On today's show Ireland is celebrating its best-ever day at the Oscar nominations Ray chats with nominees and family and is joined by reporter Sinéad Ní Uallacháin, Welfare Officer in UCD, Mide Nic Fhionnlaoich tells us what day to day life is like for a student in 2023 and Ray chats food with James Kavanagh & William Murray.
On todays show Ray speaks to Rhasidat Adeleke about breaking world records, many people find working out in front of strangers daunting, Laura Cassin, Jenny Vereker & Jill Hyncks are involved in what they call “A gym for all”, called “InvincABLE” they join Ray to tell us more and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.
On today's show we have live music from Aoife Scott, Neil Delamare is in studio to talk about his tour 'Delamerium' Ray chats to Mike Scott from the Waterboy's and Leinster and Ireland International Tadgh Furlong tells us about sustainable seaweed-based food packaging.
On todays show the Irish swept the boards during the BAFTA nominations Ray chats to Carrie Crowley from An Cailin Ciuin and Alicia Weir star of Matilda, Professor Rose Anne Kenny joins Ray in studio to talk about her new book Age Proof and Former Irish international rugby player Jack McGrath talks about a career change as a beekeeper.
On todays show Ray speaks to art gallery owner, Frank O’Dea about a stolen Bono painting that has been found, Louth man Brendan Lawlor is paving the way for the next generation of golfers with disabilities he joins Ray in studio, will An Cailin Ciuin be up for an Oscar? we hear from director Colm Bairéad & Aifric O'Connell talks revenge songs.
On today's show Ray chats to 14 year old Orlaith Kelly who climbed Ireland's highest mountain for the 100th time, Cork Horologist Philip Stokes who restored the Clery's Clock joined Ray in studio, Marketa Irglova talks about competing to represent Czech Republic in the Eurovision and Dr. Colman Noctor is back to answer your parenting questions.
On todays show Dr Chris Arnall tells us how he came to invent Blue Monday, Laura Foster chats about the Donkey Sanctuary, psychologist Allison Keating details how we can make friends as adults and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.
On todays show Ray chats to Rita Moloney who trained Jenny the Donkey for her role in Banshees of Inisherin, Dave Fishwick joins Ray to chat about a new film Bank of Dave ahead of its Netflix release and Cathy Moore has everyone in studio in stitches with laughing yoga.
On todays show Ray is joined by Brian Mooney and Paul Kenny to talk about retirement and how to preparing for it, Sharon Corr pays tribute to guitar legend Jeff beck and Séamas O’Reilly author of Did Ye Hear Mammy Died talks to us about an AI version of the book online.
On todays show Ray is joined by Sheila Flitton who plays Mrs McCormick the Banshee in the Banshee Of Inisherin, Dr Paul Kavanagh tells us about HSE’s Tobacco Free Ireland Programme and Allison Keating and Ray O'Neill are back with some relationship advice.
On todays show Ray speak to Jon Kenny who plays plays Gerry in The Banshees of Inisherin to chat about nominations ahead of the Golden Globes tonight, Brian DePauw joins Ray to talk about the Netflix documentary called The Volcano: Rescue from Whakaari Brian was a helicopter pilot at the rescue and Mary Kennedy is in studio for a catch up.
On todays show Ray is joined by Bonnita Dennison, a training partner with Aware and Stephen McBride, director of Services with Aware to talk about the Aware life skills programme, Icelandic language could have originated from celts Icelandic archaeologist & journalist Thorvaldur Fridriksson tells us more and Conor Pope is back with pricewatch.
On todays show Tommy Tiernan's is back for its seventh series this Saturday the 7th of January he joins Ray in studio for a catch up and today is Nollaig Na mBan Ray chats to Sinead O’Beirne Brinn from the Women’s Shed, Orla Fallon from Straffan, Paula Nolan from Dublin and Margaret Leahy in Galway.
On today's show Martin Pengelly gives us details about Prince Harry's new book Spare, Ray is joined by Claire Balding to talk about coming to terms with alcoholism, Costume designer Eimer Ní Mhaoldomhnaigh tells us about The Irish Costume Archive Project and Laura De Barra gives us tips for the post-Christmas clear out.
On todays show Ray speaks to Carmel Massé-Phelan, sister of Bernard Phelan who who has gone on hunger strike in an Iranian prison, Rhiannon Adam is going to be the First Irish Woman in Space she joins Ray to tell us more and Great Pottery Throwdown is set to return this Sunday night judge Keith Brymer Jones joins Ray.
On today's show Ray is joined by Rebecca Brownie about her new book called Abandoned Ireland, we talk social actions for 2023 with Lorraine O’Connor, Muslim Sisters of Eire, Brigid Sinnott, Irish Heart Foundation, Paul NcKinney, Donor services, Celine Clarke, Age Action and Lee Coates from Thrid Space Coffee and Conoe Pope is back with pricewatch.
On todays show we finish off the Big Christmas Thank You's with a double, we have Aileen Cassels surprising her dad Paul Nally and Maureen Savage surprises her mother Catherine and Elaine Horan has been has been carrying out the Irish Sweet Survey for all of us she joins Ray in studio to tell us all her findings.
On today's show the Big Christmas Thank You continues with Suzanne Spillane surprising her friend Sharon Donovan, we heard from Anna McHugh from An Post about letter and parcel deadlines, Fr. John Kelly is in studio to talk about pastoral care at Christmas and Ray catches up with Siobhan McSweeney.
On today's show we continue with the Big Christmas thank you, Frank Naughton surprises his friend Betsy Coen, Ray chats to to the winner of the Silent Night Quiz child and adolescent psychotherapist Colman Noctor is back with some parenting advice and Comedian Harry Hill tells us about his new tour.
On todays show we continue with The Big Christmas Thank You, Marie Palmer surprises her daughter Yvonne Fallon, Sir Lenny Henry talks about his memoir and children's book and Leitrim Person of Year Edwina Guckian tell us how she’s bringing back the mummers tradition.
On today's show we kick off our annual Christmas thank you's, Ray chats to Lorna Kinsella Cassan who is surprising her friend Maighread Campbell live on air, we have live music from Damien Dempsey Annie West talks to us about the RTÉ Christmas guide and Conor Pope is back with pricewatch.
On todays show Ray chats to the royal correspondent Jennie Bond about the Harry & Megan documentary, Alone volunteer Alan Purcell & Kevin Mann are in studio to talk about giving the gift of friendship this Christmas, we have live music from Nathan Carter and Laura De Barra gives us some tips on preparing the house for Christmas.
On today's show Ray chats to Actor Demi Isaac Oviawe after she officially became an Irish citizen yesterday, Cathy Davey is in studio to talk about rescuing animals this Christmas instead of shopping for them, Jennifer Rock gives us tips on how we can get glowing skin this party season and two elves James and Tara join us to talk about a new book
On today's show The Christmas Crib is moving locations Ray speaks to the Farmer who supplies animals for the crib, Fionn Sherlock, vintage typewriter collector Leo Molloy is in studio and it’s the time of year that Folens Christmas Annuals arrive home in schoolbags editor Lynn Fitzpatrick chats to Ray and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.
On today's show Ray chats to Hunter Halpin and his mam Clodagh, the 7yr old has been swimming in the sea every day of November to raise funds for sports gear, Emer My Lysaght and Esther O'Moore Donoghue are in studio to talk about everything to do with Roast Dinners and Conor Pope is back with popes presents, this week its Photographic Gifts.
On today's show Ray is joined by Tom Cranley & Dr Laura Bambrick to talk about the 4 day work week, Robbie Lawlor & Shaun Dunne talk about a documentary on people's experiences living with HIV in Ireland and Mary Pyle has become the oldest graduate at Trinity College Dublin in all its 400 years she joins Ray to tell us about her PhD on Harry Potter
On today's show Ray is joined by the Great British Bake Off Judge Prue Leith to chat about taking to the road for her first ever road show, we have some Christmas Book Recommendations with Sarah Kenny, Louisa Cameron & Joanna Hamilton and Ray is joined in studio by Damien McCarthy to talk about Christmas Party Etiquette.
On today's show Ray speaks to Sinead Dundon about a Christmas cookbook created by the students and families at Bandon Grammar School in Cork. joining Ray in studio to tell us about CMS Learning Centre Pat Doyle and James Flanagan, Grainne O'Brien chats to Ray about Bonnie the Bear and Conor Pope is back with pricewatch
On today's show Ray is joined by Joe Dolan's brother Ben and nephew Ray to chat about the new tour Remembering Joe, and Footballer for the Irish Women’s National Team and Peamount United Stephanie Roche is in studio to chat all things soccer.
On todays show Ray is joined by Munster Carer of the year 12 year old, Cara Darmody, we hear from author Charlie Mackesy who's bestselling book has been adapted into an animated short film, Michel Destrade tells us how the bodhrán could help surgeons treat things from cuts to cancer & Louise Kennedy has won Novel of The Year for her book Trespasses
On today's show Ray speaks to Michael Kealy about the new changes made to the voting process, Librarian & Author Carmel Ui Cheallaigh tells us about her suffragette history book for kids, Judie Russell talks about putting QR codes on gravestones and Gearoid Farrelly is in studio to tell us about his tour Glamour Hammer.
On today's show Ray speaks to Andy Hackett about the giant goldfish he caught, Bono took the stage at the Olympia Theatre. Tom Dunne is in studio to tell us about the show, Mark Kelly joins Ray to talk about his organisation Dudes & Dogs and Una Lenord talks about her new book “Sweet Therapy - the joy of baking”
On today's show, Ray chats to Mayo man Frank Moran who's just won the lotto, Director of The Tralee Education Support Centre Terry O'Sullivan discusses children's usage of phone's, James McGill talks about his struggle with Lymphoma, Dermot Crehan shows off his Lord Of The Rings fiddle and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.
On today's show, Ray chats to Dervla Nic Mhathuna about her world record breaking christmas cracker event, Siobhan Doyle tracks down a GAA Shield from her family's past, author Serena Terry discusses her new book and Jenny Greene tells us all about her live show this December.
On today's show, Ray chats to documentary film producer Abigail Disney about her new film which discusses her famous family, Lizzy Cundy gives a breakdown of the brand new Wagatha Christie play and our own Ruth Anne chats about her Grammy nomination!
On today's show, Ray chats to 2022 Bake Off winner Syabira Yusoff, Prof. Robert Whelan discusses smartphone apps being able to detect dementia, Horslips' Barry Devlin tells us about his Northern Irish Music Legend Status Award, and Conor Pope gives us a breakdown of the best christmas presents!
On today's show Ray is joined by Colman Noctor to talk about young people diagnosing mental health conditions through TikTok, we've been warned about chargers plugged in beside the bed and overnight, Nicola McCauley joins Ray to share her cautionary tale and Siobhan Doyle tells us about her new book called A History of The GAA in 100 Objects.
On today's show we pay tribute to Vicky Phelan Ray speaks to friends of Vicky's Lorraine Walsh and David Brennan and The Stunning were one of Vicky's favorite bands Steve Wall from the band joins Ray and Conor Pope is back in studio with Pricewatch.
On todays show Andy Fitzpatrick joins Ray to chat all about the iconic table football game SUBBUTEO as its undergoing a revival! Myles Dungan is in studio to take a historical trip back in time with his new book The Great Irish History Book and we have live music from The Mary Wallopers following the release of their self-titled debut album!
On today's show Ray catches up with solo sailor Pat Lawless to tell us about his equipment failure at the The Golden Globe race, Ray is joined in studio by Sister Imelda Wickham the founder of “New Directions”, which offers support to families affected by imprisonment and Eoin Colfer tells us about the launch of The New Wexford Arts Center.
On today's show Ray is joined by renowned neurosurgeon, Prof Henry Marsh about the trilogy of his books called "And Finally” and Ray chats to Caitlin Roche about her new found Fomula One family and how she ended up in CNBC documentary The Shift!
On today's show Ray chats to Aoife Barry about Twitter in disarray & its social media rivals such as Mastodon, Walking Football is becoming increasing popular all across the country, Paul Comiskey and Ciaran D’Arcy join Ray to tell us more, we have live music from Joseph Ryder and Colman Noctor is back to deal with your Parenting issues.
On today's show Ray speaks to John Sweeney, a Climatologist and Emeritus Professor at Maynooth University about COP 27, Dr. John Garvey joins Ray in studio to debunk some of those snoring myths and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.
On today's show Katheryn is joined by Four-time Paralympian and Gold Medal Winner?Ellen Keane, we have live music from Niamh Dunne and Ryan Andrews chats to Kathryn about a play coming to the Helix from the 20th of November called The Blonde Bombshell capturing the glitz glamour and heart warming moments of Hollywood superstar Marilyn Monroe.
On today's show Kathryn Thomas is joined by Irish Disco Pop Queen Roisin Murphy for a catch up we hear from the cheerleaders of Ireland Clodagh O’Leary and Jodie Sheehan and owner of Thunderstruck Dance and Cheer, Amy White, we have live music from Jack L and James Patrice is in studio to chat about the panto.
On today's show we have a real treat Olympic gold medalist Kellie Harrington and Booker Prize winning author Roddy Doyle are in studio. The pair have came together to write Kellie’s memoir and Conor Pope is back with pricewatch.
On today's show Ray chats to Jennie Bond about Prince Harry's book, This weekend, is the Dublin City Marathon Mary Hickey, Pat McMahon and Rob Whiteley share their stories with us and Michael Fortune joined Ray in studio to talk us through the actual origins of Halloween.
On todays show Ray is joined in studio by actor Niamh Algar to talk about The Wonder which premiers next week, David Nussbaum tells us about the next tech innovation, Holograms on Zoom, Georgia Shackelton talks about her inspirational ancestor Ernest Shackleton and Laura Gannon does some Halloween Baking for kids.
On todays show Thomas Walsh explains the Duckworth Lewis Method after Ireland win the cricket World cup, Ray is joined by the costume designer from The Banshee Of Inisherin, Eimer Ni Mhaoldomhnaigh & Delia Berry, author Dawn O'Porter joined Ray to talk about her latest book Cat Lady and Michael Kelly is back to tell us about The GIY Diaries.
On today's show Ray is joined by Imelda May to talk about Puca Festival taking place this weekend, Suzanne Harrington talks about sobriety, relapse and recovery and Author of Diary Of A Wimpy Kid Jeff Kinney joins Ray to talk about The 17th instalment, Diper Överlöde which comes out today.
On today's show Ray is joined by eighteen year old Claudia Scanlon and her mother Liz Collins as this week is National EB Awareness Week, Conor Pope is back with pricewatch and Dear Dolly agony aunt for the Sunday Times Style Magazine, Dolly Alderton chats to Ray about her new book.
On today's show Ray is joined by Emer O'Neill to chat about entering the Eurovision Song Contest next week, we have live music from Glen Hansard and Mario Rosenstock tells us about his live tour next year.
On today's show Author Grainne O'Brien received something special on a plane recently she joins Ray to tell us more, Damien McCarthy talks to us about "quietly quitting" the phenomenon of slowing down professionally, We have live music from Ham Sandwich and Laura De Barra gives us her top tips on how to get the most out of your fridge & freezer.
On today's show Ray is joined by Prof. Donald McDonnell to talk about scientists getting to the point when they can talk about a “cure” for breast cancer, Mickey Joe Heart is in studio with his new single Derry Girl and Irish designer Rachel Maguire created a successful clothing brand joins Ray in studio.
On todays show Ray is joined by Noel Cunningham to talk about bad manners in the hospitality sector, Dr Paula Byrne from The University of Galway has been researching the over prescribing of Statins she joins Ray in studio to tell us more and Colman Noctor is back with some parenting advice and to answer your questions.
On today's show Ray speaks to Sharon about the help she received after an accident on her bike, Michael Harding is in studio to talk about his new book called All Thing Left Unsaid and Conor Pope is back with pricewatch.
On today's show Ray chats to Richard O'Halon about a giant mushroom and Michael Byrne talks to us about pumpkins, stars of My Fair Lady Adam Woodyatt & Charlotte Kennedy are in studio, we have live music from John Spillane and Mary Byrne is in studio for a catch up.
On today's show, Kathryn spoke to Oscar-winner Marketa Irglova about her new album Lila in between a couple of live songs; actor Peter Coonan spoke about "Bad Sisters" and his run at the Abbey; Colm O'Regan has a new book called "Climate Worrier" and Caoimhe Gore has a great initiative to help parents with costly communions.
On todays show Brenda chats to Seamus Walsh about a missing Wallaby , Dr Alma Clavin & Teresa Dillion tell us about Repair Acts, Brenda is joined by James & Frank Flanagan who've been responsible for maintaining the lamps in Phoenix Park for the last century and Allison Keating & Ray O’Neill are back with some relationship advice.
On today's show Ray speaks to bird expert Niall Hatch about contraception for seagulls, Pauline McLynn is to receive a Festival Gala Theatre Award she joins Ray for a chat, Ray speaks to Stephen Braiden & his daughters in Glasgow ahead of the World Cup playoffs tonight and Joe Spano is in studio to talk about a new play The Realistic Joneses.
Dave Gahan speaks to Brenda about Depeche Mode's new album - Memento Mori - and their upcoming tour which includes a gig at Malahide Castle on June 14th 2023; Irish culinary star Anna Haugh talks about her new restaurant at the Conrad; and Collie Ennis explains how you can build a pond in your back garden.
On today's show Brenda Donohue speaks to teacher, Ciara Brehony from Wicklow Democratic School about Alternative Teaching, Prof. Fergal Malone Master of the Rotunda Hospital joins Brenda in studio to talk about Debunking Sexual Myths and Fiona Looney chats about Algorithms.
On today's show, Ray speaks to John Hayes after his wooden sculpture was destroyed on the Waterford Greenway last week; photographer James Crombie tells us about his new exhibition; Quality Street goes from plastic to paper; and John Lowe wants to improve the financial literacy of teenagers.
On today's show Ray speaks with sculptor Paddy Campbell about his Irish sculpture called Mother and Child, that has been homed in the historic Museo degli Innocenti in Florence, Golden Discs Celebrates 60yrs, CEO Stephen Fitzgerald joins Ray in studio and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.
On today's show Ray chats to Kenny's Bookshop owner Tom Kenny about their discovery of a signed copy of Road Dahl’s Matilda, which could be there since he visited the shop in 1987, Strip & Dip takes place tomorrow, Michelle Daly, Mary Galvin, Maria Wilkinson & Pamela Mangan are in studio and Éanna Ní Lamhna tells us about A Plant A Tree Day.
On today's show Ray chats to Jonathan Smith who was a friend of Coolio, Dylan Moran is in studio to talk about his new tour and Ellen Ryan tells us about her new book called “Girls Who Slay Monsters”
On today's show Ray speaks to Prof. Paul Howard Jones about how voice assistants could hinder children's development, We discuss student accommodation with Fr Shay Casey, Chaplain, Athlone Institute of Technology & UCD student Colette Murphy and American writer Robin Stevens talks about her new children's book The Ministry of Unladylike Activity.
On today's show Ray is joined by Bestselling author, actor and comedian, David Walliams to talk about his latest children's book,?SPACEBOY and Don O’Neill from Ballyheigue is being hailed a real life hero after saving a mans life. He joins Ray to tell us the story.
On today's show Ray speaks to Dee Lawes about escaping a house fire, UNICEF Youth Advocate Ruairí Holohan joins Ray in studio and Conor Pope is back with pricewatch.
On today's show Ray chats to the Aldi Brown Bread competition winner from the Ploughing yesterday, Kathleen Watkins joins Ray in studio, Kathleen is one of the well known voices reading a poem on the new edition of “Patrick Kavanagh - Almost Everythingand Comedian Andrew Maxwell talks about Galway Comedy Festival.
On today's show Ray chats to Karen Aguiar and Alicia Rae ahead of Culture night Breaking codes taking place this Friday, Ireland's First Pro Surfer, Richie Fitzgerald tells us about his memoir called Cold-Water Eden and Ray speaks to TikToker Ann Russell who has now released her first book called How To Clean Everything.
On todays show Ray is down at The National Ploughing Championship. Ray is joined by Stuart Moyles Mairead Lavery & Marty Morrissey, Ray Houghton & Toto Schillaci, Annette Keane, Linda McClean & Tomás Póil, Dustin, Vincent Cleary, Karl Henry, Olivia Giltenane, Vincent McGrath, Shane Ó Súilleabháin, Katie Shanahan, Nevin Maguire & Dustin.
On today's show Ray is joined by Siobhan McSweeney to tell us about The Holding which is on tonight at 9pm, Dara McAnulty talks about his new book called Wild Child’s Book of Birds, James Gormley tells us about a Warhol Portrait, of actress Grace Kelly thats going on sale this weeks in Dublin and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch
On today's show its been 10years since David Rawle played Martin Moone in the TV Show Moone Boy. He joins Ray in studio, We have live music from Tom Dunne & Fiachna Ó Braonáin, a new Irish language movie Róise & Frank opens in cinemas today. Bríd Ní Neachtain, who plays Róise is in studio and Ray chats to comedian Emma Doran.
On today's show Ray chats to Mark Feehily from Westlife about their Christmas gig, Cork man Will Kennedy chats about his life and being gay in Ireland through times of massive social change and Reginald D. Hunter is back in Dublin ahead of the Galway Comedy Festival he joins Ray in studio.
On today's show Ray is joined by Máirín de Burca after the announcement of the free contraception scheme, Eoghan Daltun has written a book about the The Beara Peninsula called ‘An Irish Atlantic Rainforest’ he joins Ray in studio to tell us more and Alison Spittle is in studio to talk about a comedy show, in Smock Alley called Klankety Klank.
On today's show Ray chats to newlyweds Briona Reynolds and Shane Hunter who tied the knot in August, not long after Shane donated his kidney to his wife to be, Dr Vivian Rath speaks to Ray about disability rights activism, his research on social engagement and belonging and Pete Best is bringing his show to Ireland, he joins Ray from the UK.
On today's show Ray is joined by pigeon fancier, John O’Brien and director Gavin Fitzgerald to talk about a new documentary called Million Dollar Pigeons, psychotherapist Joanna Fortune talks about her new book called Why We Play and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.
On today's show Ray is joined by Garth Brooks fans, Eamon Callery, Robert Carrick Sandra Kelly & Gavin Boyle ahead of gig tonight, goat herder Yesterday Melissa Jeuken celebrated one hear herding the goats on Howth Hill. She joined Ray in studio to tell us how it’s going and Eilish O'Carroll is in studio to talk about her live show Live Love Laugh.
On today's show Ray speaks to the royal correspondent Jennie Bond for an update on the Queen, Cormac Begley talks about the loss of an Ancestral home, Joanne McNally & Vogue Williams talk about My Therapist Ghosted Me tour, Roisin O'Dea is at the Garth Brooks Press Conference and Laura DeBarra tells us How to save money in your home this Winter.
On today's show its the build up to Garth Brooks gigs this Friday, Ray chats to Charlie Treacy & Derek Brennan, this year marks 200 years of the Irish Coast Guard Ray is joined by Michael O’Toole, Rory Conlon and Donna Savage, Tony Savage tells us about his Christmas lights and Ray O'Neill & Alison Keating are back with Relationship Advice.
On today's show Bono visit his childhood home last Sunday, Ray chats to Carol & Lucie Dunne who live in the house now, Jillian McNulty joins us to share some good news, she got a kidney! Ciara Conlan talks to us about procrastination and Ray is joined by Ketty Quigley a French Foodie in Dublin.
On today's show Ray is joined by Fair City's Bryan Murray & Una Crawford O’Brien, Bryan went public with his Alzheimer’s diagnosis and he shares his story of living with Alzheimer's, the Director of Ocean World Aquarium, Kevin Flannery talks to us about increasing numbers of Octopuses of the coast of Ireland and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.
Sinead O’Beirne Brinn from The Limerick Women's Shed tells Ray of their need for a portacabin; 25 Years of Ross O’Carroll-Kelly , Paul Howard is joined by journalist Róisín Ingle, actor Rory Nolan and rugby legend Gordon D’Arcy; Sinéad Ní Uallacháin and Siún Ní Dhuinn tell Ray about Beo ar Éigean.
Barry's Master Tea Blender, Denis Daly about what goes into making the perfect cup of tea; friend of the show Shane Clavin who has been asked to represent Ireland in the AWPC; Pat Lawless, who is sailing solo around the world and award-winning chef turned TikTok sensation Daniel Lambert.
Ray spoke to entertainment.ie's Brian Lloyd about the release of Michael Flatley's film Blackbird; Maggie Molloy and Kieran McCarthy of 'Cheap Irish Homes' give some advice; Jerry Fish is live on the line from Electric Picnic; and authors Tracey Flynn and Niamh Gogan tell us about "The A-to-Z of Minding Me".
Ray was joined by sports journalist Joanne O'Riordan to talk about Run 'n' Roll; Mary Shine Thompson told us about the new poetry book 'Poems For When You Can't Find The Words; David Lenehan on the coolness of Capel Street; and we heard from the TikTok postman, Seamus Brennan
Ray was joined by the stand-up and star of Derry Girls, Kevin McAleer; Ireland's new world champion in axe throwing, Ceola McGowan; and physics lecturer Kevin Nolan tells us about NASA's scrubbed space launch.
Kathryn hears about a Jellyfish Garden in Cork; holiday memories from comedians Michael Fry & Shane Daniel Byrne; live ukelele music from Minnie And The Illywhackers; and we catch up with Gina and Karol Daly of The Daly Dish!
Kathryn hears about a record potato in Wicklow; gets some financial advice from Paul Merriman of Ask Paul; explores decluttering with Kim Fitzgerald and Lyn Luxford of A Sorted Affair; and speaks to Sharon Sexton from 'Bat Out Of Hell: The Musical'.
Kathryn flies with the Irish Air Corps at Baldonnel; we hear live music from Paolo Nutini; comedian Emily Ashmore pops by to talk about her upcoming gig at the Dublin Fringe Festival; and Thom Breathnach gives us his best staycation tips.
Kathryn speaks to 800 metre bronze-medallist Mark English; comedy legend Jack Dee; ultrasound artist Laura Steerman; Wallis Bird, who also performs 'Waiting for an Alibi' and 'The Dive'; and children's author Freddie Alexander.
On today's show, Kathryn spoke with the sailing globetrotter Pat Lawless; Emma Mahony and Deirdre Handy of the Silver Swans ballet classes; Deirdre Doyle on what to prepare for your kids as they return to school; and Conor Pope's weekly Pricewatch segment.
On today's show Kathryn chats with Imelda May ahead of the release of the film ‘Fisherman’s Friends: One And All tonight, Horslips legend Barry Devlin is in studio for this weeks insert of my life in travel and Michael Cahill chats about learning to swim as an adult.
On today's show Kathryn chats to Rhasidat Adeleke who broke the national record in the women’s 400 meters final in the European Championships last night, Brendan Power tells us about a new project to raise funds for the Make A Wish Foundation, we have live music from Mundy and Ella Mills talks about her new cookbook "How to go plant based"
On today's show Gearldine Mullan shares her story and a message of hope with us, Author Catherine Ryan Howard joins Kathryn in studio to talk about her new book called Run Time and Thom Breathnach gives us some last-minute getaway inspiration.
On today's show Iain Ward talks about his brain cancer diagnosis and how he's decided to spend every minute of his time left on this earth raising money for cancer research, Wildacres is an environmental social enterprise, Brian O’Toole and Gilly Taylor are in studio to tell us more and Dr. Colman Noctor is back to answer your parenting questions.
On todays's show Kathryn chats to Phil O'Kelly whos tattoo of Marty Whealan wwnt viral yesterday, Marty also joins the chat, chainsaw Sculptor John Hayes is in studio, Kathryn speaks to 70 year old Ironwoman, Marie Casey Breen and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.
On today's show Drum & Bass On The Bike DJ Dom Whiting joins Kathryn in studio, singer songwriter Brian Kennedy chats all things life and travel, Nina McGowan is in to talk about free diving and Dirty Dusters returns in October, Jake Carter joins Kathryn to tell us more.
On today's show Kathryn chats about her visit to Dublin Zoo, we have live music from the Celtic Women, Pamela Hayden talks about endometriosis and sport, we have the vibe manager from The Hard Rock Hotel in studio and its the Anniversary of the Braveheart movie, Eric Lawlor & Angus McFadyen join Kathryn in studio.
On today's show Kathryn is joined by The Buttonmen play writer Gary Browne & actor Gary Cooke, we have live music from The Four Of Us, Ray O'Neill & Alison Keating have some relationship advice and Thom Breathnach talks doggie friendly travel ideas.
On todays show Kathryn chats to Hendrick Verwey about hedgehog protection, Author Claudia Carroll talks about her new book called The Love Algorithm, Anthony Ryan runs The Happy Cobbler,he talks to us about breathing life back into your old bags, clothes and shoes and The Skin Nerd Jennifer Rock is in studio to answer your skin related questions.
Remembering Olivia Newton- John with this interview she did with Ray back in July 2019, when she was visiting Ireland.
Today's show is live from the Cork studios, Ray is joined by world champion Derval O'Rourke,we have live music from Emmo, Karen Underwood tells us about Soul Fest, The Spice Genie, Chris Bragazno joins Ray in studio and Sinead Quinlan pops in for a catch up.
On today's show all- Ireland Winning Hurlers Tom Morrissey & Seán Finn join Ray in studio, founder of the I Love Limerick website, Richard Lynch is in studio, we have live music from Emma Langford, Treasa Ryan & Kathleen Ryan tells us more about the Oola Gaelic For Mothers & Others group and Faye Shortt talks about touring the new show called Well.
Today's show comes live from the Galway studios, Ciaran Oliver of Galway Hooker Boat Trips is in studio with Ray, we have live music from The Raines Daithi O'Se joins Ray to chat about the return of The Rose Of Tralee and Margaret Leah, Teresa Roche and Cindy O'Brien tell us about the Food Party Tour.
On today's show Conor Goodman talks us through the Best Place to Holiday in Ireland 2022, The final of UEFA’s Women’s Euros 2022 is taking place this Sunday Lisa Fallon joins Ray to chat about it and Karl Spain joins Ray for a catch up.
On today's show Mark Darmody and his daughter Cara talk about their sit down with the Taoiseach about the urgent needs of children with autism, Dublin artist Tara Kearns is in studio, Andrea Mara talks about her new book Hide and Seek, we have live music from Sharon Shannon and Mick Kelly is back with Grow It Yourself.
On today's show radio, TV presenter and a model, Michelle Doherty talks about her experience with miscarriage, loss, fertility treatment and post natal depression, Dr Ali Khan tells us about the Gaisce Gold Award and counselor and psychosexual therapist Mary O'Connor is back with the second part of our series Sexy Summer.
On today's show Ray speaks to Padraic Devlin about talks of the next Eurovision being held in Belfast, Emer Reynolds, Charlie Reid & Lochlann O’Mearáin are in studio to talk about a brand new Irish film called Joyride, Stephanie Rainey chats about her song featuring in Holyoaks and Roisin Savage tells us more about a Casual Choir she runs in UCD.
On today's show Ray is joined by a Salvation Army Volunteer Oleksandra Hromova returns to Ireland after a rescue mission in Ukraine, the CEO of AsIAm, Ireland's national autism charity Adam Harris tells us about ‘Run For Autism’ fundraiser and wedding planner and celebrant Daragh Doyle gives us an outline the current wedding guidelines in Ireland.
Emma Doyle and Damian Ballout are in studio to tell us an extraordinary story of how Damian saved Emma’s life with CPR. Yasmine Akram and Philippa Dunne talk about their new podcast called We Heart Worry and we have live music Ryan McMullen.
On today's show we hear from a listener Bev Murphy who is searching for a Muhammad Ali Photograph, Emilie Pine joined Ray to talk about her new book called RUTH and PEN and Architectural Historian Grey Stevenson tells us about a restored shipping container, a shepherd’s hut and a glamping pod her built in West Donegal.
On todays show Dr Vivian Rath talks about Accessibility on Beaches for mobility scooters, Paediatric Allergist for Cork University Hospital, Dr Juan Trujillo tells us more about Allergies and 50 years ago Muhammad Ali fought in Croke Park, Thomas Myler and Hurling legend Eddie Keher tell us about their memories from that day.
On todays show we hear from Alan OI'Reilly from Carlow Weather, Colman Noctor joins us to talk about the new sex education curriculum for schools, Chef John Torode joins Ray to talk about his new series and Ray is joined by two Icelandic Clowns Emilía Bergsdóttir and Grettir Valsson.
On today's show Editor-in-Chief of Emojipedia Keith Broni tells us about the new emojis coming soon, we have live music from Nathan Carter, Jason Byrne is in studio for a catch up and Amy Huberman joined Ray to tell us about Season 2 of her ‘Mamia & Me’ podcast.
On today's show a Sensory Scientist from Teagasc, Emily Crofton and Declan Cassidy, who set up the support group “Tasteless Cuisine” talk about loss of taste & smell from Covid, folklorist Michael Fortune talks to us about bedtime stories, best-selling author of Gaff Goddess and Decor Galore Laura De Barra talks about summer house jobs.
On today's show Brian Whiteside talks about Humanist Ceremonies, VHI Park Runs return, David Gillick talks about the benefits of running and Actress Jenny Agutter talks about the new film Railway Children Return.
On today's show Alana Kirk talks to us about midlife dating, Gary Farrell is walking from The Mater Hospital to Rhode, Co Offaly in memory of his Dad Peadar, he joined Ray for a chat, we hear from Kevin Nolan again after the images from NASA are released and Giselle Makinde talks to us about her thriving Gelato Business.
On today's show we chat about yesterday being the hottest day of the year so far with Alan O'Reilly, NASA is to showcase Webb space telescope's first full colour images tomorrow Kevin Nolan tells us more, we catch up with Lester Cassidy after his Croagh Patrick climb and Conor Pope is back with pricewatch.
On todays show Prof. Viren Swami talks about the links between being hungry and angry and is Hanger real, Comedian Gearoid Farrelly joins Kathryn for a catch up, Gerry Condon talks us through keeping safe on hikes, we have live music from Padraig Jack and Norma Sheahan tells us about a new play called The Matchmaker.
On today's show owner of Some Neck Guitars Owen McQuail tells us about a visit he had from Slash, Conor Sharkey from The Donegal News tells us a story about a local hero, Harry the dog, retiree Fiona Griffin is on a J1 holiday visa, she chats to Kathryn from the US and Tom Breathnach gives us some tips for off-the-beaten-track" staycations.
Tom Breathnach is Travel editor with the Irish Examiner he joined Kathryn to give us some tips for off-the-beaten-track" staycations.
Fiona Griffin a 66 year old retiree froim Tralee is currently on a J1 holiday visa i n Wisconsin, she chats to Kathryn from the US.
On todays show Dwayne Edgar & Karl Taaffe tell us about their Inner City Runners Club they're also joined by Audrey Fitzgerald who is now a marathon runner, rising star Elva Trill joins Kathryn to talk about the Jurassic Park: Dominion film and Jennifer Rock is in studio is here to answer your questions about your skincare routine.
Jennifer Rock – aka, The Skin Nerd is in studio to answer your questions about your skincare routine, and to give us tips and tricks on how to look after yourself in the very changeable Irish summer climate.
Dwayne Edgar and Karl Taaffe tell us about their Inner City Runners Club that they started during covid, they join Kathryn in studio along with by Audrey Fitzgerald who is now a marathon runner.
Ireland’s rising acting talent Elva Trill joins Kathryn in studio to talk about the Jurassic Park: Dominion film.
Lauren Barrett is a breast cancer survivor and she’s this year’s ambassador for the 100km in 30 days for Breast Cancer Ireland.
On today's show Kathryn Thomas chats to Brianna O'Connell about Westlife performing in her back garden over the weekend, Alice Kelly tells us about her horse box Bakery, Lauren Barrett is doiing 100km in 30 days for Brest Camcer she joins Kathryn in studio and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.
Ray speaks to Charlie Bird and wife Claire about the journalist's new book, music legend John Altman, chef Nico Reynolds and there's live music from Aoife Scott.
Ray joined Charlie Bird and his wife Claire at their home in Wicklow to chat about the journalist's new book 'Climb With Charlie'.
John Altman is a composer, arranger and saxophonist who has done everything in music. With over 50 years in the business, John is the man behind 'Always Look on the Bright Side of Life', music for James Bond films and has worked with the likes of Van Morrison, Hans Zimmer, George Michael, David Bowie, Alison Moyet, Nick Drake and many more.
Just back from touring the United States, singer Aoife Scott performs two live songs for us accompanied by Andy Meaney and John Altman.
Kevin Nolan, lecturer in Physics TU Dublin and member of The Planetary Society in Ireland, tells Ray about a one in a thousand-year event that's happening over the weekend - 'The Parade of Planets'.
Lester Cassidy tells Ray about his preparation to climb Croagh Patrick this weekend in a wheelchair with the help of friends. It will raise funds for the National Rehabilitation Hospital.
Ray speaks to Lester Cassidy about his plan to climb Croagh Patrick in a wheelchair, Kevin Nolan tells us about The Parade of Planets, there's a live session from Wild Youth and we hear from the dancer who wowed crowds at Harry Styles's gig.
Irish sensations Wild Youth are supporting Lewis Capaldi in Dublin, Cork and Belfast at the moment and their new single 'Live Without You' is out now.
Creator and writer Lisa McGee reflects on the show, the Chelsea Clinton cameo and love from The Simpsons.
We hear from Aisling Grennan on the buzz before Harry Styles's gig at the Aviva Stadium, vet Sarah Jane Kenny tells us about how she gave a C-section to a guinea pig, Derry Girls creator Lisa McGee reflects on the series and Dominic Holland talks about his new book 'Eclipsed' and what it's like to be Spiderman's dad.
Comedian, writer and father of Spiderman - Dominic Holland has many titles. He joined Ray to speak about his new book 'Eclipsed'.
Veterinarian Sarah Jane Kenny shares the incredible story of how she successfully gave a C-section to a guinea pig who gave birth to six pups.
Aisling Grennan from our team joins us live from the queue for Harry Styles's gig at the Aviva Stadium.
On today's show Dr. Michael Mosley wonders if we can stand on one leg, Cáit O'Riordan from The Pogues on addiction and Séan Roynayne chases birdsong.
People who cannot stand on one leg for 10 seconds have been found to be almost twice as likely to die within 10 years. Dr. Michael Mosley tells us more.
'Birder' and ornithologist Sean Roynane joined Ray to speak about his quest to record every native bird species in Ireland.
Conor Pope joins us once again to champion your consumer issues if you have a consumer problem you can send it to pricewatch@rte.ie
On todays show Sinead O’Beirne-Brinn speaks to Ray about Limericks first Women’s Shed, we have some live music from Jessie Buckley and Bernard Butler they join Ray in studio for a chat and Conor Pope is back with pricewatch.
Mary O''Conor is back with the second part of our series Sexy Summer. Mary will be answering your questions and discussing issues around sex and relationships.
Bernie Kenny and Paul Norton are both performers in a new audio only play called 'In The Dark'
Rob Walshe also Known as The Dogfather is a trainer and dogwalker with a roster of celebrity pets. Rob joins Ray in studio to answer any of your doggie questions or queries.
On today's show Ray is joined by Rob Walshe also known as "the Dogfather" Bernie Kelly & Paul Norton are both performers in a new audio only play called 'In The Dark' join Ray in studio and Mary O''Conor is back with the second part of our series Sexy Summer. Mary will be answering your questions and discussing issues around sex and relationships.
Holly Johnson will be Headlining at the Forever Young Festival he joined Ray on the line.
Finn Boylan is just back from spending seven weeks the Ukraine documenting the lives of those in the midst of the war he joins Ray in studio.
On today's show Ray speaks to a man named Karsten Rinck, who is crossing through 40 countries powered solely by his feet, filmmaker, Finn Boylan is just back from the Ukraine documenting the lives of those in the midst of the war he joins Ray in studio and Holly Johnson will be Headlining at the Forever Young Festival he joined Ray on the line.
Its Pride month! Drag queens Victoria Secret and Davina Devine are in studio to chat to Ray.
On today's show Ray talks to Susan Leavy to give us a deeper understanding of the capabilities of Artificial Intelligence, Maria Radley had baby Christina Radley at 27 weeks old she chats to Ray ahead of her first birthday and as its Pride month drag queens Victoria Secret and Davina Devine are in studio.
Baby Christina Radley was born at 27 weeks weighing only 1-pound 2 ounces. She is just about to celebrate her first birthday and her mother Maria Radley joins Ray in studio.
Assistant professor in UCD, Susan Leavy, works in the area of Artificial Intelligence ethics. She joins Ray in studio to give us a deeper understanding of the capabilities of AI.
The legendary Garth Brookes chats to Ray about his up coming Croke Park gigs as extra tickets are announced.
Young Offenders and Conversations with Friends star Alex Murphy joins Ray to talk all things James Joyce a she takes on a variety of roles in James Joyce's Dubliners at the Smock Alley Theatre.
Ray chats with the legend that is Garth Brooks as new tickets are announced for his Croke Park Gigs, Our listener Barbara Dowling tells us why she is having Christmas in June , Young Offenders and Conversations with Friends actor Alex Murpy joins Ray in studio for a chat and Conor Pope answers your consumer queries in Price Watch.
Listener Barbara Dowling tells Ray about her brilliant plans and inspiring story for having Christmas in June.
On today's show we have live music from Scullion, Ray catches up with Madaline Flint and the Motorised Bar Stool fundraiser, Alison Spittle is in studio for a chat and Liz Pichon tells us about her new book from The Tom Gates books called You Can Draw.
The Púca has finally found it’s forever home at The Michael Cusack Centre, Carron, The Burren, Co Clare. Artist and Sculptor, Aidan Harte to tell us more.
On today's show Ray speaks to Olivia Keating who ran the Cork marathon with a doctor from West Cork Rapid Response who saved her life Jason Van Der Velde, The Púca sculpture has finally found a home, Aidan Harte joins Ray to tell us more and Gaff Goddess Laura De Barra gives us tips on what to look out for when you are viewing a house to rent.
Author of Gaff Goddess and Decor Galore, Laura De Barra joins Ray to answer any of your cleaning question or if you’re looking for design inspiration. But today she will also be giving tips on what to look out for when you are viewing a house to rent
Six years ago, Olivia Keating was in a coma in Cork University Hospital, after a hit and run. She ran the Cork marathon with a doctor from West Cork Rapid Response who saved her life Jason Van Der Velde, they both join Ray to tell us the story.
Kevin LaRosa, an Aerial Co-ordinator who worked on the new film Top Gun: Maverick joined Ray to give us an insight behind the scenes of the film.
Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist Dr. Colman Noctor joins Ray to answer your parenting questions?
On today's show Ray chats to The Happy Pear lads David and Stephen Flynn about their new cookbook called The Veg Box, Kevin LaRosa an Aerial Co-ordinator who worked on the new film Top Gun: Maverick joined Ray to give us an insight behind the scenes and Dr. Colman Noctor is back with some parenting advice and to answer any of your questions.
The Happy Pear Lads David and Stephen Flynn about their new cookbook called The Veg Box.
The month of June is Pride month. Jen McCarron Joins Ray to discuss Donegal's first pride march. The Pride parade happened in Buncrana on Sunday afternoon.
Nina Carberry joins Ray live in studio for a chat and to discuss her new role as a coach on Ireland's Fittest Families.
Karen Leigh the Ceo of Sensational kids joins Ray. Sensational Kids provides speech therapy and occupational therapy for young children.
On today's show Clodagh McKenna fills us in on the big buzz in Britain this weekend with the Jubilee, Author Shane Hegarty is in to tell us about his new book in the Darkmouth” series called The Shop of Impossible Ice Creams. and Pj Gallaghar is in studio a catch up.
Author Shane Hegarty has a new book out of the “Darkmouth” series called The Shop of Impossible Ice Creams and he's in studio with Ray to tell us about it.
There's a big buzz in Britain this weekend with the Jubilee. Star chef on This Morning, Ireland’s own Clodagh McKenna joins Ray from the UK to tell us all about the celebrations.
Ana Brun makes her return to Dublin’s Vicar Street this evening. She joins Ray in studio for a chat and some live music ahead of tonights gig.
Lord of the flies and other insects, Collie Ennis joins Ray in studio with a few creepy crawlies.
Tomorrow marks the 100th day of the continuing conflict in Ukraine. Over 33,000 Ukrainian refugees have arrived in Ireland. Colm O’Gorman, Executive Director Amnesty International Ireland, Angie Gough, Co-Founder of Helping Irish Hosts and Oleksandra Yarmolyuk, who arrived from Ukraine on March 7th all join Ray in studio.
Conor Creighton, a meditation teacher and former journalist joined Ray to talk about his new book called The Truth About Love.
Our relationship experts are back, Alison Keating Psychologist and Ray O’Neill, psychoanalyst. They join Ray in studio to answers all relationship queries and questions.
Street Feast 2022 will be taking place on Sunday June 26th around the country. Liz McManamon, Nicole Buckley and founder of Street Feast, Sam Bishop join Ray in studio to tell us more.
Jennifer Doherty and Jason Black ecently climbed to Mount Everest base camp. Jennifer has been blind since 9 months old and Letterkenny mountaineer Jason led the group. They both join Ray on the line to tell us more.
On today's show Ray speaks to Jennifer Doherty and Jason Black about their recent trek to Everest Base Camp, Widorers Michael Herbert and Sarah Kiely join Ray to tell their story and to talk about Widowers Group and Georgia Thomas talks to us about the World Potato Congress that's currently taking place.
Michael Herbert and Sarah Kiely join Ray to talk about the group called Widowed In Ireland that has over 400 members.
World Potato Congress is taking place in Dublin. Georgia Thomas is from Western Australia Potatoes and she came to the Congress to talk about potato nutrition and Georgia joins Ray in studio to tell us more.
Karen Tomkins is in studio to tell us about her business called Treasure Vox . Where she makes the stories of ordinary peoples lives into extraordinary documentaries. These very special gifts can be found on treasurevox.ie.
Conor Pope joins us once again to champion your consumer issues, if you have a consumer problem you can send it to pricewatch@rte.ie
Former Ireland and Liverpool player Jason McAteer about his family being attacked at The Champions League Final on Saturday.
On todays show Ray speaks to former Ireland and Liverpool player Jason McAteer about his family being attacked at The Champions League Final on Saturday, Karen Tomkins is in studio to tell us about her business called Treasure Vox and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.
Its forecast to be BBQ weather this weekend we gets some cooking tips from Conor Wilson.
Sean Delmar and Marion Finney are in studio with a Kerry Blue Terrier called, Rinty and an Irish Wolfhound, Spock to talk about The Irish Kennel Club Show.
On today's show Ray chats to Ingmarie Halling about the ABBA Voyage concert that kicked off last night, Conor Wilson gives us some BBQ cooking tips, we have live music from Tua Nua and Sean Delmar and Marion Finney are in studio with a Kerry Blue Terrier and an Irish Wolfhound to talk about The Irish Kennel Club Show.
Ingmarie Halling, Curator/ Director of the ABBA Museum in Stockholm joins Ray to talk about the ABBA Voyage concert that kicked off last night.
A few weeks ago we spoke to auctioneer Dominic Daly about the islands for sale off the coast of Ireland. We received an email from Karen Winston? who's family used to own the largest inland island in the British Isles. Karen joined Ray to tell us more.
Back in 2016 Ross Good decided to leave his job and become a stay at home dad. He says it’s the best decision he ever made and he joins Ray to tell us more.
On today's show Ray is joined by Ross Good who decided to leave his job in 2016 to become a stay at home dad, Karen Winston tells us about the largest inland island in the British Isles that her family used to own and Mick Kelly joins Ray in studio for part two of Grow It Yourself.
Ray is joined by Megan Berry one of The Irish Times 50 young people to watch in 2022. Megan is the Traveller Outreach Officer in Maynooth University, and a member of the Travelling Community.
On today's show Ray is joined by Megan Berry one of The Irish Times 50 young people to watch in 2022, Hilary McCarthy co- founder of the Fastnet Film Festival speaks to Ray as the festival starts today and Ray is joined by Stephen Mangan and his sister Anita to talk about their new book
Actor-turned-Author Stephen Mangan and his collaborator – book illustrator and sister, Anita Mangan joined Ray to talk about their new book called The Fart That Changed The World.
Daniel O'Donnell tells us about his concert for charity in aid of Peter McVerry Homeless Trust & Dogs Aid Animal Rescue, thats takes place in St Mary’s Pro Cathedral on Monday the 6th of June.
Barbara Scully has written her first book, “Wise Up: Power, Wisdom and the Older Woman”, and it is out today! The book deals with feminism, ageism and life after menopause. Barbara joins Ray in studio to tell us more.
Roscrea native James McManus was attempting to be the first Irish man to reach the summit of Everest, Earth’s tallest mountain, without the use of bottled or supplementary oxygen. Ray catches up with him from a hospital in Kathmundu.
On today's show Ray catches up with James McManus on his quest to reach the summit of Everest, Barbara Scully talks about her new book called Wise Up: Power, Wisdom and the Older Woman and Daniel O'Donnell tells us about his concert for charity in aid of Peter McVerry Homeless Trust & Dogs Aid Animal Rescue.
Composer John Altman will be performing in the Hinterland Festival of Literature & Arts in June, he joined Ray for a chat.
May is melanoma awareness month, Professor Anne-Marie Tobin is in studio with some advice on protecting your skin and staying sun smart
Prof. David O'Connell tell us about the breakthrough in his research, which could lead to the development of drugs that could help stop the devastating symptoms of Alzheimers.
On today's show Prof. David O'Connell tellS us about a breakthrough in his Alzheimer’s research, Prof. Anne-Marie Tobin is in studio with some advice on protecting your skin and staying sun smart and composer John Altman will be performing in the Hinterland Festival of Literature & Arts in June, he joined Ray for a chat.
On todays show David Gray is in studio to chat to Ray about the White Ladder album tour and the Premier League concludes this weekend Eamon Dunphy joins Ray to tell us more.
The man who brought us Ireland’s bestselling album of all time, David Gray is in studio to chat about the White Ladder Album tour.
Ray is joined by Arlene Philips who is directing the Cher Musical which is coming to the Bord Gais Energy Theatre.
On todays show Ray chats to Madeline Flint about her late husbands invention of the Motorised Bar Stool, Kevin Power tells us about his new book called The Written World and Arlene Philips tells us about the Cher Musical.
Ray chats to Madeline Flint about her late husbands invention of the Motorised Bar Stool and her trip to Co Offaly to Arranmore Island for charity.
On todays show Ray chats to Johnny Sexton about the new series of Laya Super Troopers, award-winning British screenwriter Abi Morgan has released a memoir called “This Is Not A Pity Memoir” she joins Ray to tell us more and Allison Keating and Ray O'Neill are back with some relationship advice.
Award-winning British screenwriter, Abi Morgan has released a memoir called “This Is Not A Pity Memoir” chronicling her husband’s brain injury and her recent battle with cancer. She joined Ray to tell us more.
Ray chats to 11 years old Cara Darmody, who is sitting the Junior Cert to raise funds for children with autism in her area.
Journalist and creator of the Things Fell Apart podcast series, Jon Ronson, speaks to Ray about his upcoming Dublin show.
Lifestyle blogger Melanie Murphy popped into the studio to tell Ray about her latest book ‘Glass Houses’.
On today's show we hear from 11 years old Cara Darmody, who is sitting the Junior Cert to raise funds for children with autism in her area, the journalist Jon Ronson speaks to Ray about his Dublin show and lifestyle blogger Melanie Murphy pops into the studio to tell Ray about her latest book ‘Glass Houses’.
Conor Pope joins us once again to champion your consumer issues if you have a consumer problem you can send it to pricewatch@rte.ie
On today's show we hear from Timur Miroshnychenko about Ukraine’s reaction Eurovision win, Transport Infrastructure Ireland’s Sean O’Neill joins Ray to answer all of your questions about Irish roads and Ray chats to Conor Pope about how to make your money go further.
As traffic returns to pre-pandemic levels Ray is joined in studio by Director of corporate communications for transport infrastructure Ireland, Sean O’Neill, who answers your questions about roads, traffic, the Luas and cycling.
Ray chats to Ukrainian TV presenter, Timur Miroshnychenko, about his delight at watching his country winning the Eurovision at Saturday’s final in Turin.
Carrie Crowley and Catherine Clinch joins Ray to discuss An Cailin Ciuin the new Irish language film.
Author Derek Landy joins Ray to discuss book fifteen in the Scullduggery Pleasant series.
On today's show we hear from Kevin Cunningham about the corn snake that was found in Lucan, Sarah Breen and Emer McLysaght join Ray to tell us about their new book in the best-selling series, Oh My God, What a Complete Aisling, and Ray chats to Marty Whelan in Turin ahead of the first Semi Final tonight.
A yellow corn snake escaped in Lucan over the weekend. The snake was delivered to the National Exotic Animal Sanctuary and Kevin Cunningham joins Ray on the line to tell us more.
Ray is joined in studio by Sarah Breen and Emer McLysaght to tell us about their new book in the best-selling series, Oh My God, What a Complete Aisling: Aisling In The City.
Ruairi Callaghan sent an email into the show about his late wife Jacqui and David Gray concert tickets, he joined Ray to tell us his story.
Its Eurovision week, Ray catches up with Brooke Scullion, representing Ireland in the second semi-final this Thursday.
On todays show Ray speaks with Taras Topolya from Ukranian band Antyltila's who sang with Bono, Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch, Ruairi Callaghan sent an email into the show about his late wife & David Gray concert tickets, he tells us his story and its Eurovision week we hear from Brooke Scullion, ahead of the second semi-final this Thursday
British actor Riley Carter, is playing the lead role of Mark in “Luck Just Kissed You Hello” which is on in the Peacock at the Abbey Theatre. He joined Kathryn to tell us more.
Alan Carr is coming to LeisureLand in Galway at the end of May with his brand-new stand-up show. He joined Kathryn for a chat about his Irish tour.
Kathryn chats to Alison Oliver, Actor who plays Frances in Conversations with Friends. A new series from a Sally Rooney novel which will air on RTE 1 on Wednesday the 18th of May.
On todays show Kathryn is joined by Emer O'Neill Ava Li Blount & Eimer Carey to talk about a new TV series "Keep It Up", Riley Carter chats about a new play called Luck Just Kissed You Hello, actor Alison Oliver tells us about the new series from a Sally Rooney novel called Conversation with Friends and Alan Carr chats about his Irish tour.
PE teacher and former basketball international, Emer O'Neill joins Katheryn with Ava Li Blount & Eimer Carey to talk about a new TV series "Keep It Up"
Laura De Barra is back with her series on spring cleaning and revamping your home. This week she is tackling outdoor spaces no matter how big or small.
On todays show Ray chats to an auctioneer of islands for sale, Dominic Daly, to mark Cinco de Mayo today Lily Rameriez joins Ray in studio, first time Author, Annabel Steadman tells us about her new book called Skandar and the Unicorn Thief and Laura De Barra is back with her series on spring cleaning and revamping your home.
First-time Author, Annabel Steadman joins Ray to talk about her debut book called Skandar and the Unicorn Thief. It's the first in a trilogy series and has been snapped up by Sony Pictures.
Today the 5th of May marks the day of the Mexican festival, Cinco de Mayo. Lily Rameriez the founder of Ireland’s first Mexican boutique grocer and cookery school joins Ray to talk about mexican food.
The Gastro Gays, Patrick Hanlon and Russell Alford join Ray to tell us about their new cookbook called Hot Fat.
Martin Nolan of Julien's Auctions joins Ray in studio with Kurt Cobain’s guitar, Jack L also joins them to play us the song Smells Like Teen Spirit.
On todays show Ray chats to Martin Neary who fought for the right to be buried on his own land, Martin Nolan of Julien's Auctions joins Ray in studio with Kurt Cobain’s guitar, Jack L also joins them to play us the song Smells Like Teen Spirit and The Gastro Gays, Patrick Hanlon and Russell Alford tell us about their new cookbook called Hot Fat.
On todays show Ray is joined by Margharita Solon and Denis Hynes to tell us about a special housing development designed for older or retired people called McAuley Place and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.
After our conversation with Pat O’Mahony about the lack of options for retired people in Ireland, in particular the lack of retirement villages. Ray is joined by Margharita Solon and Denis Hynes to tell us about a special housing development designed for older or retired people called McAuley Place.
Conor Pope joins us once again to champion your consumer issues if you have a consumer problem you can send it to pricewatch@rte.ie
On todays show Ray chats to Niall Hatch ahead of The Dawn Chorus this weekend, Bryan Dobson is in studio to talk about his love of sailing, we have live music from a band called Nava and Dermot Bannon is in studio to tell us about the RIAI Simon Open Door initiative.
We have live music from the Irish / Persian band called Nava and they play two songs from their new album "Toranj"
On today's show Ray chats to Irish author Sheila O’Flanagan who is here to celebrate her 30th novel, What Eden Did Next; Mick Kelly of GIY about why we should be growing our own vegetables and Ray gets a Bodhrán lesson from Bodhrán Buzz's Robbie Walsh.
Robbie Walsh of Bodhrán Buzz popped into the studio to give Ray a lesson on the Bodhrán.
Ray is joined in the studio by Irish author Sheila O’Flanagan who is here to celebrate her 30th novel, What Eden Did Next.
Ray chats to up and coming racing star Alex Dunne, who is blazing a trail with the help of his Dad, former Irish Champion Car Racer Noel Dunne,
On today's show Ray chats to rising star in motor racing, Alex Dunne; James McManus, who is attempting to summit Everest without oxygen and musical theatre director Seimi Campbell.
Ray chats to Seimi Campbell from Donegal who is making huge waves in the West End as a musical theatre director.
Pat O'Mahony wants Ireland to embrace Retirement Villages he joins Ray in studio tell us more about his research and his vision.
Ray chats to a Kildare man Robbie Dolan who took to the stage and wowed judges on the Voice Australia last night.
On todays show Ray chats to a Kildare man Robbie Dolan who took to the stage and wowed judges on the Voice Australia, Pat O'Mahony wants Ireland to embrace Retirement Villages he joins Ray in studio tell us more about his research and Lucy O'Hagan talks about the ancient Irish festival of Bealtaine.
Maeve Binchy’s novel, ‘Circle of Friends’ has been adapted for the stage and is on in The Gaiety Theatre in Dublin. Aisling Kearns who plays plays Eve Malone joins Ray in studio for a chat about it.
Today is Earth Day and Lucy Hawking joins Ray to chat about her new book called “Princess Olivia Investigates: The Wrong Weather”
On todays show Ray chats to some listeners about their extravant cook books collections, Lucy Hawking joins Ray to chat about her new book, we have live music from Cian Ducrot and Maeve Binchy’s novel, ‘Circle of Friends’ has been adapted for the stage, Aisling Kearns is in studio to tell us more.
We hear some live music from Corkman Cian Ducrot, who landed a record deal during lockdown with the same label that boasts, pop superstar, Billie Eilish.
Bob Johnston is the proud owner of the Gutter Bookshops in Temple Bar and Dalkey, and he has just written his very first children’s book. He joined Kathryn in studio.
On today's show Kathryn Thomas speaks to Space Expert And newly awarded ESA Champion, Dr. Niamh Shaw, Bob Johnston tells us about his new children's book called Our Big Day, we hear from Ollwyn Moran and her website called Mums2Mums.ie and Colamn Noctor is back with some parenting advice.
This Saturday will see a crew comprised of NASA and ESA. Astronauts blast off from Kennedy Space Centre in Florida. Dr. Niamh Shaw, Space Expert And newly awarded ESA Champion joins Kathryn on the line from Florida to tell us more.
On todays show Ray chats to the butcher that created the Créme Egg Sausage Colin McClurg, Garden Designer Peter Dowdall talks about growing Sunflowers for Ukraine, Ray catches up with James Patrice in studio, we hear about Sandra & Flora’s journey, theres live music from Soda Blonde and Dr Bobby Ortiz talks about how a Bunny is not just for Easter.
Ray is joined in studio by James Patrice for a chat and to talk about the return of the second season of The Battle of the Food Trucks.
Vet and small animal expert Dr Bobby Ortiz joins Ray in studio with some rabbits, to tell us more about why rabbits make good pets, but also how they’re not just for Easter!
Ray is joined by two women who have turned their sourdough hobby into a sourdough business, Mary O’Driscoll and Mairead Devlin.
Ed Sheeran is set to play two monster gigs in Croke Park next weekend. Ray is joined by the owner of Aiken promotions Peter Aiken to chat about the staging.
Principal of Scoil Saidhbhín in Cahersiveen in Co Kerry, Treasa Ní Chróinín chats to Ray about the new Ukrainian refugees students that have joined the school recently.
Blues and Rock Musician Don Baker has a new album coming out today called ‘Legacy’. He joined Ray in studio for a chat and some live music.
Derry Girls made a triumphant return to our screens last night for its third and final season. Creator and writer of the show Lisa McGee joined Ray on the line to give us all the gossip from behind the scenes.
A family run Cinema in Kerry is being sold and the locals are on a mission to buy it so they can save the cinema. Aoife Granville and Tor Cotton join Ray from Kerry studios.
Belfast-born actor, Ian McElhinney who plays Grandad Joe in Derry Girls joins Ray on the line to talk about the new season which starts tonight on Channel 4 at 9.15pm.
Executive director of Amnesty International Ireland for 14years Colm O'Gorman joins Ray to talk about his new role with the Global Refugee Sponsorship Initiative (GRSI) which campaigns globally for refugee protection measures.
“Trouble” - A Memoir is written by comedian and author, Marise Gaughan. She joined Ray in studio to talk abouut her new book.
Conor Pope joins us once again to champion your consumer issues if you have a consumer problem you can send it to pricewatch@rte.ie
On todays show comedian and author, Marise Gaughan talk about her new book called Trouble - A Memoir, Conor Pope is back with pricewatch and Maia Dunphy joins Ray in studio for a catch up.
On todays show Ray chats to Linda Martin talks to us about the Eurovision Song Contest 2022, we have live music and a catch up with Any Irvine and Eilish O'Carroll and Mary Byrne join Ray to tell us about a new play called Waiting for Gateaux.
Eilish O’Carroll and Mary Byrne are stars in a new play called ‘Waiting for Gateaux’ coming to the Dunamaise Arts Centre from 19th-21st of May.
The Eurovision Song Contest 2022 is just over a month away, Linda Martin joins Ray to chat about this years contestants.
Ray is joined by wife of Gene Kelly, Patricia Ward Kelly who is launching Ballet Ireland’s Spring programme - BOLD MOVES. Ray is also joined for spring cleaning tips by author of Gaff Goddess and Decor Galore, Laura De Barra.
Ray is joined for spring cleaning tips by author of Gaff Goddess and Decor Galore, Laura De Barra.
Ray is joined by wife of Gene Kelly, Patricia Ward Kelly who is launching Ballet Ireland’s Spring programme - BOLD MOVES.
Willie White first joined us in September 2019 to chat with us about his play ‘The Examination’ which he describes as ‘an open autopsy of himself. He joins Ray today to discuss the play which is back on the road.
Ray is joined in the studio by Dr Brendan O’Neill, who is an experimental archaeologist and is Deputy Director of the Centre of Experimental Archaeology and Material Culture in UCD.
Carlow man Fergal McGrath holds 5 Guinness World Records in the area of fuel efficiency or Hypermiling as it is known. He joins Ray to discuss.
Jillian Wilson the project director of the Van Gogh immersive experience that is coming this summer joins Ray.
Liam Ó Maonlaí of Hothouse Flowers fame and his son, Cian Ó Maonlaí chat to Ray about their love of music and the Irish language ahead of the Liberty Spraoi Concert tomorrow night.
Ann Higgins is the new School Principal in Temple Street Children’s Hospital. She joined Ray in studio to tell us about her new job.
Sandra Schmidt owner of Hairy Henry care farm in Bantry. Joins Ray to discuss horse-riding across Ireland.
On today's show we have live music from The Stunning and Ray catches up with Brenda Fricker.
Tomorrow is Daffodil Day for the Irish Cancer Society and the first proper one in three years Ray is joined by Donna-Marie Cullen who is a cancer survivor with an incredible story.
On todays show Ray speaks to the Lisa O'Shea manager of The Titanic Experience in Cobh about Paul Rudd visit, from the stage to the frontline Taras Topolya tells us his story, ahead of Daffodil Day tomorrow Ray is joined by Donna-Marie Cullen and the gaf goddess Laura De Barra give us some spring cleaning tips.
Ray is joined by Laura De Barra for a new series on spring cleaning and revamping your home. Laura is the best-selling author of Gaff Goddess and Decor Galore and she wants to help you with your “cleaning conundrums” and “interiors inquiries”
Postdoctoral Linguistics Researcher at Mary Immaculate College in Limerick, Chris Fitzgerald says Irish Estate names are lacking imagination and that we can do better. He has written about it for RTE Brainstorm and he joins Ray to tell us more.
On todays show Ray is joined by a Ukranian man living in Skerries named Nik Levchenko, Chris Fitzgerald talks to us about Irish estate names and Robert Sheehan joins Ray in studio to talk about Samuel Beckett's play Endgame.
In 2018 Volodomir Zelensky was still a comedian, he visited Ireland and played a gig in Drogheda. Ray speaks to Nik Levchenko, a Ukranian man living in Skerries who brought him here for that gig.
On todays show Ray speaks to Eileen Murphy the head of Census administration, Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist? Dr?Colman? Noctor?joins Ray to answer your parenting questions? and Daniel O'Donnel tells us about his Irish tour dates.
Sunday April 3rd is Census Night, Eileen Murphy, Head of Census Administration joins Ray to tell us more.
The King of the road Daniel O’Donnell is back with some live shows this August. He joins Ray to talk about his Irish tour dates.
Native of Roscrea, Co.Tipperary and founder of Earth’s Edge adventure tour operator, James McManus, will be embarking on a gruelling trek early next month as he aims to be the first Irish man to reach the summit of Everest without the use of supplementary oxygen.
On today's show ray chatted to Mark and Aisling to mark World Down Syndrome Day. There was also James McManus who aims to be the first Irish man to reach Everest without the use of supplementary oxygen. And Conor Pope goes through new consumer issues.
Conor Pope joins us once again to champion your consumer issues if you have a consumer problem you can send it to pricewatch@rte.ie
Rugby try-scorer Finlay Bealham joins Ray on the line to talk about Ireland's victory at the weekend.
On todays show Ray has a catch up with Imelda May, rugby try-scorer Finlay Bealham joins Ray on the line to talk about the victory at the weekend and actor Ferdia Walsh-Peelo talks about his new film CODA.
On todays show Ray speaks to a couple Daryl O'Regan and Ian Agnew who are walking from Belfast to Dublin to raise money for Ukraine, Kieran Lally tells us about a book he has written about his experience climbing Mount Everest and James Flitcroft joins Ray to talk about the new film The Phantom of the Open.
“The Phantom of The Open” is a new film about the extraordinary story of an ordinary man, Maurice Flitcroft who managed to gain entry to the British Open in 1976. His son James Flitcroft joins Ray to tell us more.
Kieran Lally tells us about a book he has written about his experience climbing Mount Everest called Beyond The Summit.
Ray speaks to a couple, Daryl O’Regan and Ian Agnew who have raised over 10 thousand euro for the Red Cross. The couple walked from Dublin to Belfast
Father and daughter duo John and Fatti Burke talk about their new book called Micheal Collins: The People’s Peacemaker’.
We were struck by a photo collection in the Irish Independent on Saturday of the Ukraine border. Photographer Mark Condren joins Ray to tell us more.
On today's show comedian Anne Gildea tells us about her new show called How to Get the Menopause and Enjoy It, photographer Mark Condren talks to Ray about his collection of photos of the Ukraine Border and Father & daughter duo, John and Fatti Burke talk about their new book called Micheal Collins: The People’s Peacemaker’.
Pauline McLynn, currently starring in an adaptation of Graham Norton's book, 'Holding' drops in to talk to Ray.
Sharon Shannon chats to Ray about her recently-deceased father, her plans for the future and plays a couple of songs with her band live in studio.
Rónán Hession, author of 2021's most-borrowed library book ('Leonard and Hungry Paul'), joins Ray for a chat.
On today's show, Rónán Hession, author of 2021's most-borrowed library book ('Leonard and Hungry Paul'), joins Ray for a chat. Sharon Shannon and her band also play live in the studio and Pauline McLynn, currently starring in an adaptation of Graham Norton's book, 'Holding' drops in to talk to Ray.
On today's show, Ray speaks to Jessica Mason, co-founder of West Cork Sudbury School - "the school without teachers". Peter Duffy tells Ray about being offered a free trip to 3 continents in 7 days by strangers. And home-improver Dermot Bannon drops in to talk about the latest series of 'Room To Improve'.
Jessica Mason, co-founder of West Cork Sudbury School talks to Ray about a school with no homework, no uniforms, no classes, no segregation by age and no teachers.
Peter Duffy was the subject of a video by YouTube channel Yes Theory who knocked on people’s doors around Dublin offering them a trip to three different continents in seven days. The condition was that they have to leave in two days. They happened to knock on Peter’s door, who went straight to the passport office to get an emergency passport.
Dermot Bannon joins Ray to chat about the latest series of Room To Improve, the challenges that the pandemic brought for the show and how it has changed people's lifestyles.
Rachael Diyaolu has reached the border of Ukraine after fleeing for her life from Sumi. Rachael, who is from Carlow, only went out to the Ukrainian city in November to study medicine, and when war broke out was trapped.
On today's show, Ray is joined by writer, Ed O’Loughlin to talk about his memoir The Last Good Funeral of the Year. Rachael Diyaolu speaks to Ray having just crossed the border from Ukraine, after fleeing for her life. Liam O’Connor, Director of the Irish Traditional Music Archive and Louise Mulcahy perform live in the studio.
Ray is joined by writer and journalist, Ed O’Loughlin to talk about his new memoir The Last Good Funeral of the Year.
Liam O’Connor, Director of the Irish Traditional Music Archive (ITMA) which houses the largest collection of Irish Traditional music, song and dance in the world chats and performs alongside Uilleann Piper, Louise Mulcahy live in the studio.
Oleksandra, who had only 24 hours previous arrived in Ireland with her 12 year old daughter joined Ray in studio after escaping the war in Ukraine, where her husband stayed behind. She was joined by Angie Gough who is hosting them in her home with her husband and children.
On todays show Ray spoke to Oleksandra, who had only 24 hours previous arrived in Ireland with her 12 year old daughter after escaping the war where her husband stayed behind. She was joined by Angie who is hosting them in her home. Art Campion better known as Fr. Peter from Derry Girls and the voice of First Dates Ireland was also in studio today
Better known as Fr. Peter from Derry Girls and the voice of First Dates Ireland, Art Campion joined Ray today to discuss his new play The Lonesome West in Dublin's Gaiety Theatre
Lauren Duggan, Aine Kilkenny and Fiona Parfey join Ray live in studio about their organic and sustainable pad and tampon prescription service.
The first episode of the new season of The Lennon Courtney Podcast is out today and is available wherever you get your podcasts. Sonya and Brendan join Ray to discuss.
Alison Keating Psychologist and Psychoanalyst Ray O’Neill join Ray to discuss relationships and answer queries and questions.
Caitriona Twomey joins Ray. This week Caitriona is being inducted into the Hall of Fame of the Cork Person of the Year Awards.
Marti Pellow joins Ray. He became one of the best-selling musicians of the 1990s, but he has since gone solo and is taking his Greatest Hits Tour to Dublin later this year.
Lorraine Aspell Joins Ray to discuss all things pancakes. Ray first met Lorraine when she made batten-burg for him. Today she joined him to discuss pancakes.
Eoin Butler joins Ray to discuss volunteering during covid. Eddie a journalist by trade, volunteered at the beginning of the pandemic, and yesterday had his final day working out in Citywest in a vaccination centre.
Dr. Arthur Cassidy is a psychologist who specialises in celebrity and political psychology. He’s here to discuss the topic is Vladimir Putin a psychopath.
The headlines are dominated today by the war in Ukraine. Johnny O’Reilly is an Irish journalist in the country at the moment.
To chat Drag... and all things Ru Paul. Petula is joined by performer Paul Ryder. AKA Ru-Paul Ryder.
Petula is joined today by the fantastic Derry singer and actress, Bronagh Gallagher. Like many musicians, her gigs were rescheduled during the pandemic but she’s back on a very special stage tonight and she joins Petula to tell us more.
Petula is joined by Ye Vegabonds an Irish folk music duo consisting of Dublin-based brothers Diarmuid and Brían Mac Gloinn
With Ireland set to clash with Italy this Sunday in the Aviva, we thought we would get in the mood with a crash course in pizza making! And who better, than a real Italian chef and the director of the Pinocchio Cokkery School Giuseppe Crupi!
A lot of people are heading back into the office for the first time in over 2 years. And it’s still a time of change and turmoil for people. So today in the aftermath of what people have been through we’re going to explore how leaders in workplaces should respond and how you can take of yourself in this new phase of the pandemic.
Brooke Scullion will be representing ireland in Eurovision 2022 in Turin, Italy. You may have seen her being voted as this year’s contestant on the Late Late Show Eurosong Special earlier this month. Brooke Scullion from Bellaghy, County Derry joins Petula to talk about being chosen to be this year’s Eurovision contestant.
Petula was delighted to be joined from the BBC Studios in London by Joanne Clifton who has won the World Ballroom Showdance Championships! She was a professional dancer on the BBC TV series Strictly Come Dancing.
Royseven – the alternative rock band from Dublin who split in 2014 are back together and have released a new single. Paul Walsh joins Petula in studio.
There has been blood, sweat and tears for the last eight weeks. But tonight is the final night. Petula catches up with the leaders.
Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist ? Dr.?Colman?Noctor? joins Petula to answer your parenting questions.????
The recent storms have caused havoc for many across the country and the priority has rightly been on keeping people safe and well. The weather has also played havoc for our feathered friends - Mooney Goes Wild contributor, Jim Wilson has has advice on how we can help.
Michael Fry joins Petula in studio to discuss how the exploding popularity of his comedy videos on Twitter and Tiktok has landed him a role on the ITV adaptation of Graham Norton’s novel Holding. He also discusses The Michael Fry Show, an audio sketch show on BBC Sounds.
There’s a barbershop in Kildare that claims they could be Ireland’s oldest barbershop, so we had to have them on the show. Fintan Darling joins me now on the line, a fourth generation barber from Reggie’s Barbershop in the Curragh camp.
Dermot Williams Comes on to chat to Petula about passwords and how we can keep them safe.
Conor Pope consumer advocate joins Petula to chat about consumer affairs. Today's topic is banks.
Petula Sally Olwen Clark, CBE (born 15 November 1932) is a British singer, actress, and composer she joins us for a catch-up.
Ray spoke to Leitrim woman Edwina Guckian in November when she was looking for makers of the traditional Sugan Chair as she wanted to learn how to make them. Well Edwina found somebody to make the Sugan Chairs with her and she’s back with the chair and another straw enthusiast Fionnuala Maxwell
Shane O'Sullivan a veteran player for Ballygunner is live in studio with Ray chatting about Ballygunner's dramatic all Ireland club final hurling win.
Wallis Bird joins us to kick start our weekend she performed live! Wallis Bird’s new single ‘What’s Wrong With Changing’ is out now. For more information on Wallis’ music and live gigs go to www.wallisbird.com
Brendan Gleeson spoke to Ray on Thursday about the news series of State of The Union which is available now on the RTÉ Player.
Joe McKenna and Eddie McCormack were Ad Break hero in Operation Transformation this season. The both join Ray to tell us more about the Men On The Move group.
On today's show Ray speaks to Jennie Bond about Prince Andrew's settlement, Operation Transformation continues Joe McKenna and Eddie McCormack join Ray in studio to tell us about Men On The Move group, we help Catherine Hanly seek help to repair a teddy and David Brophy tells us about a new event by The National Symphony Orchestra.
National Symphony Orchestra presents music by Philip Glass, from the music of David Bowie and Brian Eno. Conductor David Brophy joins Ray to tell us more about the event.
Prince Andrew, the Duke of York’s, out-of-court settlement has made the front of the papers around the world. Ray is joined by BBC Royal Correspondent Jennie Bond.
A heartbreaking piece about the tv show Neighbours featured in the Irish Times this weekend. It was by journalist Alex Moffat, he joined Ray to tell us the story about his late wife.
A new re-imagined version of The Fresh Prince of Bel Air hits our screens this week called BEL AIR. Jimmy Akingbola is the actor who plays the new Geffrey joins Ray for a chat.
On todays show author Laura De Barra chats about spring cleaning, Alex Moffat joins Ray to talk about his late wife and Jimmy Akingbola tells us about the new season of Bel Air.
Author of GAFF Goddess and Décor Galore Laura De Barra joins Ray to chat about spring cleaning.
On today's show Ray is joined by Mary O'Connor to talk about keeping Valentines Day romantic, Dr Peter Lovatt aka ‘Dr Dance’ talks about how dancing together can help couples connect, Conor Pope is back with pricewatch and Ray speaks to Tyne Daly about her new film called A Bread Maker.
Tyne Daly decribes her new film "A Bread Factory” as a love letter to local theatre. She joined Ray from LA for a chat.
Psychologist, dancer and author Dr Peter Lovatt aka ‘Dr Dance’ says dancing could help world leaders make better decisions. He joined Ray to talk about how dancing together can help couples connect this Valentines Day.
Counsellor and psychosexual therapist Mary O'Connor is celebrating 10 years of giving advice to the nation on all things to do with love, sex and relationships. She joins Ray to give us some tips on spicing things up tonight.
On todays show Ray chats to Eclectic Collector Tadg Cullinane, solo traveller Margaret Leahy talks to Ray about her new travel company, we have some live music form Stoctons Wing and Ray is joined in studio with Jay Osmond.
Ray is joined by Margaret Leahy who has been on the show before talking about solo travel and trips abroad alone. Since then she has now started her now travel company and she joins Ray to tell us more.
Active campaigner for Dementia & author, Wendy Mitchell joins Ray to talk about her second book called What I wish people knew about dementia.
On todays show Ray is joined by the Irish winner on Countdown Sister Catriona Devaney, active campaigner for Dementia & author, Wendy Mitchell joins Ray to talk about her second book called What I wish people knew about dementia, and directer of shows like Love/Hate & Peaky Blinders, David Caffery talks about a new series The Fear Index.
Sister Catriona Devaney took part and won the quiz of the day competition last year on the show. She has now just won Countdown and joins Ray for a chat.