Newspaper Panel

Joining Brendan to talk through the Sunday Newspapers are former Fine Gael TD for Waterford, John Deasy; Political Correspondent at The Irish Examiner, Louise Burne; Professor of International Relations at UCD, Ben Tonra; Director and Co-Founder at Fenton-Fitzwilliam, Lorna Fitzpatrick; and White H…

"Watching my mother die was an arduous privilege" - 'Pretty in Pink' star Andrew McCarthy

Star of 'Weekend at Bernie's' and 'Pretty in Pink', Andrew McCarthy talks to Brendan about his career as a Brat pack star, and TV director. He also discusses the death of his parents, meeting his Irish wife, his long relationship with Ireland, and his first theatre role in 20 years, in Arthur Mille…

Six Nations Preview

Ahead of Ireland's opening Six Nations match against reigning champions France this Thursday, Brendan is joined by sports reporter Jacqui Hurley. She talks through the injury concerns, squad depth, and the relative experience of the two teams and which nation is best poised to win the overall tourn…

The Watchlist

Brendan previews the best films and TV shows coming to a screen near you, with Business Post film critic, John Maguire and freelance culture journalist, Zara Hedderman. Their choices include 'These Sacred Vows', 'The Muppet Show' and 'Is This Thing On?'

Katie Taylor - "Being a stepmother has been a blessing, but it's definitely a challenge!"

Olympic Gold Medal winning boxer Katie Taylor joins Brendan to talk about her childhood, her ground-breaking career, what she hates about professional boxing, her real relationship with her father and the joys of being a stepmother. Katie also picks five songs that have marked the chapters of her l…

"If your child is silent, but gasping like a fish, they're choking" - Dr. Niamh Lynch

Paediatric consultant and mother of two. Dr Niamh Lynch, joins Brendan to discuss her new book 'Should I be worried?' - a stage-by-stage guide to help new parents navigate the early years of their child's life. Brendan and Niamh chat about everyday illnesses but also discuss serious scenarios like …

"My pet snake merely tolerates me!" - Collie Ennis

Trinity College Dublin's biodiversity officer, Collie Ennis talks to Brendan about his pet boa constrictor, how snakes go about eating their prey and why the most successful predators on the planet have fascinated him all his life.

Flooding Update with Marc O'Driscoll

RTÉ's South East correspondent, Marc O'Driscoll joins Brendan with the latest on flooding across region. While the worst was avoided overnight, concerns remain as rivers continue to swell, with more rain forecast on Bank Holiday Monday.

"My favourite ingredient" - Domini Kemp on Eggy breakfasts

Chef and restauranteur, Domini Kemp gives Brendan a tutorial on one of her favourite foods; eggs. From how to boil an egg, to a frittata that uses up whatever's in the fridge, Domini shares her go-to recipes for tasty breakfasts and brunches

The Newspaper Panel

Joining Brendan to discuss this week’s Sunday Newspapers are: Louise Bayliss, from the Society of St Vincent De Paul; Donnacha Ó Beacháin, Professor of Politics, DCU; Gráinne Ní Aodha, PA Media; and Gerard Howlin, Public Affairs Consultant, Irish Times columnist and former Government advisor.