Newstalk Weekend

Joining Anton to go through the top stories from the Saturday papers is Philip Ryan, Political Editor with the Irish Independent & Lauren Boland, reporter with the Journal.ie.Anton also speaks to Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor of the Irish Independent to discuss the Garda National Economic Crime Bureau launching a criminal investigation into a case of alleged “go away money” being sought to drop planning objections to housing.

The murder of Ashling Murphy has hung over Irish life for almost two years, prompting women to share their own accounts of unsettling, and at times frightening, experiences. As the trial reached its conclusion this week, it feels as if the national conversation has just begun. So, to understand the impact of this case and where that conversation might lead, Anton is joined by Margaret Martin, Chair of the National Women’s Council.

Anton is joined by the one and only, comedian Neil Delamere for a lively conversation that knows no bounds.

Joining Anton this morning to take a look at the biggest stories of the day are Claire Ronan Broadcaster with Ocean FM, Conor Pope- Consumer affairs correspondent with the Irish Times , and Stephen O’Leary- President of Dublin Chamber and Founder and MD of Olytico .Also joining the panel is Hannah McCarthy, Journalist reporting from the Middle East to give us the latest update on the Israel-Gaza conflict.

Anton reflects on the 15th anniversary of President Barack Obama's historic election, revisiting the hope and promise encapsulated in his electrifying victory speech. Joining him is Cody Keenan, who served as the Director of Speechwriting for President Barack Obama.Cody Keenan is an NYT Bestselling Author of "Grace: President Obama and Ten Days in the Battle for America."

It's said that great power comes with great responsibility, but what if that power is not in human hands at all? This week marked a historic milestone with a global conference on AI risks, culminating in the landmark Bletchley Declaration. Signed and sealed by over 25 nations, this pivotal agreement promises to steer the direction of AI's future. But are we focusing too much on the long-term impact of AI?Joining Anton to answer this question is Professor Barry O’Sullivan, the European Union Delegate to Global Partnership on AI, and Professor of AI at UCC.

Ireland's economy is at a crossroads, facing 'considerable external risks' as noted by the IMF, with its pace lagging behind fellow eurozone nations. Amidst this, a Credit Union survey reveals a third of consumers are uneasy about the economy and their personal finances. Yet, David McWilliams, economist and founder of Kilkenomics, brings a refreshing perspective.

Joining Anton to answer all your legal questions is Sonia McEntee, Principal Solicitor at Sonia McEntee Solicitors and Chair of the Law Society PR Committee.

Tánaiste Micheál Martin stands by the Government's housing achievements, asserting his party's significant impact. On the conflict in Gaza, the Foreign Affairs Minister said he believes Israel has broken international humanitarian law.

Anton is joined by Kenny Jacobs, DAA CEO to discuss the bustling airways of Ireland as Dublin and Cork Airports experience a staggering influx of over three million passengers this October alone. With Dublin Airport rapidly approaching its annual cap of 32 million passengers, concerns have been raised about the potential implications for national interests.

Joining Anton to go through the top stories in the Saturday papers is Ailbhe Smith, campaigner and Kevin Doyle, Group Head of News at Mediahuis Ireland.

Cork is Celebrating it’s 45th Jazz festival this weekend, with this years instalment promising to be bigger and better than ever.Newstalk reporter Sarah Madden has had the difficult task of enjoying it on our behalf and she joins us with this report.

Anton is joined by Ireland’s go-to man when it comes to all things Irish and international TV and music, broadcaster Dave Fanning.

Joining Anton to parse through a thrilling finale to the 2023 Rugby World Cup is former Leinster and Ireland player, Shane Byrne & former Munster and Ireland player, Alan Quinlan.

Joining Anton to discuss proposals to cut welfare payments to Ukrainian refugees in Ireland as well as the capacity to house those fleeing the war properly are Labour Party Senator, Rebecca Moynihan & Barry Ward, Fine Gael Senator and Criminal Barrister.

Joining Anton to discuss the legacy and untimely death of actor, Matthew Perry is Brian Lloyd, Movies Editor at Entertainment.ie.

Joining Anton to go through the top stories in the Sunday papers is broadcaster and author, Matt Cooper; Breda Brown, Co-Founder and Communications Director with Unique Media; and Niamh Maher, Creative Director at the Journal.ie.Anton is also joined by Lizzie Lee, Olympian and Ambassador for Irish Life Dublin Marathon which is taking place today as well as Hannah McCarthy, freelance journalist reporting from the Middle East.

Anton and the team were broadcasting out of the Republic of Work studio to make the most of the Guinness Cork Jazz Festival and so they took the opportunity to speak to a few of the people who will actually be performing over the course of the weekend.They are Aaron Poole and Martin Farrely from ‘TBL8 Brass’ and Jorge Kachmari and Lady Fee from 'The Underscore Orkestra'.

Joining Anton for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is Tara Murphy from Sims Clinic to answer all of your fertility questions.

From Roy Keane and Derval O’Rourke to Cillian Murphy and Graham Norton, Cork has its fair share of winners but it’s also one of the nicest and friendliest places you can live, that is according to a recent Conde Nast poll.Joining Anton to extoll the virtues of Cork is Olympic medallist and podcaster, Rob Heffernan; Sandra Murphy, group brand & communications manager with Trigon Hotels; and Joe Kelly, of The Good Room who run Live at St. Luke's in Cork.

Anton is joined by Security analyst, Declan Power to discuss the ramifications of the expansion of Israel's military operations into Gaza as well as the impact of communication and power networks being cut off.

The 2023 Rugby World Cup is coming to an end this evening as New Zealand take on South Africa in Paris - but who will come out on top? Alan Quinlan who is over in Paris for the big event and Frankie Sheahan, both Former Munster and Ireland players, join Anton to discuss.

Joining Anton to go through the top stories in the Saturday papers is Joe O’Shea, Editor of CorkBeo & Jonathan Healy of Healy Communications.

Cork is celebrating its 45th Jazz Festival this weekend, with this year's installment promising to be bigger and better than ever.Newstalk reporter, Sarah Madden had the difficult task of enjoying it on our behalf - she joins Anton to discuss.

What would be the most daring robbery you could pull off? For our closest neighbours in the United Kingdom, it would probably be stealing the Crown Jewels - but while it has been attempted and failed once before, could a successful heist be pulled off? That is the premise of the latest novel by Jeffrey Archer who joins Anton to discuss.

Anton is joined by Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration, and Youth of Ireland, Roderic O'Gorman.Together they discuss the popularity of the Green Party, the potential for forming another coalition after the next election, as well as issues around changes that would allow women to defer maternity leave following a cancer diagnosis, managing the refugee crisis, and the Israeli Ambassador’s criticism of President Michael D. Higgins.

Joining Anton to go through the top stories in the Sunday papers is Anna Marie McHugh, Assistant Managing Director of the National Ploughing Association; Noeline Blackwell, Chief Executive of the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre (DRCC); and former RTE Correspondent, David Davin-Power.Anton also speaks to Fran Whearty, Communications Executive at The National Lottery to discuss suspending Saturday's live broadcast of the Lotto draw due to a minor technical issue, as well as Adrian Weckler, Tech Editor of the Irish and Sunday Independent, to discuss the fallout of Paddy Cosgrave's resignation as CEO of Web Summit.

Sir Bobby Charlton, one of English football’s true sporting legends, was last night celebrated as having achieved “footballing immortality”, with sporting and political figures paying tribute to him following his death aged 86.Andy Mitten, sports journalist and founder of United We Stand, joins Anton to talk about his footballing legacy and his impact on English culture as a whole.

Vogue Williams joins Anton to discuss the runaway success of her hit podcast with Joanne McNally, ‘My Therapist Ghosted Me’, how Howth will always be her home, as well as her curated-style showcase taking place at the Crescent Shopping Centre today.

Joining Anton for this week's episode of Ask the Expert is dietitian and founder of Eatwell, Sarah Keogh.

This weekend sees the 6th and final meeting of the Citizens' Assembly on Drug Use. The 100-member body has been meeting since April and will agree on recommendations to the government that will reduce the harm that the illegal use of drugs causes to Irish society. Anton speaks to the Assembly’s Chair, Paul Reid to discuss.

Ivan Yates joins Anton for a chat and a drive through the places in Dublin that are the most significant to him. Together they discuss his pathway to politics, how he made his way into broadcasting, and whether he would ever go back into public life.With thanks to NiftiBusiness one of Ireland’s most experienced and innovative fleet management providers.

Joining Anton to go through the top stories in the Saturday papers is Richie Oakley, former Business Post editor and now with PR firm Murray Group & Stefanie Preissner, writer and broadcaster.Anton also spoke with Fergus McCarthy of McCarthy News in Midleton & Vice President of Midleton Business Chamber to get a sense of the extent of the damage caused by Storm Babet.

Amazon, Google, and Meta are the latest in a stream of tech companies to withdraw their participation in this year’s Web Summit following comments made by CEO Paddy Cosgrave regarding the Israel-Hamas conflict.To discuss the fallout, Anton is joined by Charlie Taylor, Technology and Innovation Editor with the Business Post.

Joining Luke to talk about What’s Going On in today’s papers are Barbara Scully, author and broadcaster, and Brenda Power, columnist with the Sunday Times and the Irish Daily Mail.

Imagine living every day in fear, constantly looking over your shoulder, because stalking, harassment or online abuse is your reality. The chilling experiences of victims echo loudly even amidst the heralded triumph of Ireland's recently enacted legislation, which finally recognises stalking as a standalone offence. Yet, are we doing enough?Luke is joined by Eve McDowell, Co-Founder of Stalking Ireland and a staunch campaigner for justice; and Newstalk Breakfast presenter Ciara Kelly, who has faced the sinister spectre of online abuse.

Communities, business groups and volunteers across the country took part in the Focus Ireland - Shine A Light - sleepout overnight. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie, was out there with them and he joined Luke in studio to explain what the event is for.

On this week’s Ask The Expert, Luke is joined by our resident GP, Dr Eleanor Galvin.

All eyes are on Paris as Ireland take on New Zealand in the first quarter final of the Rugby World Cup. Henry McKean joins us Luke O’Neill from Paris as Irish fans arrive en masse, and OTB’s Aisling O’Reilly breaks down the team news for us.

Former International Tommy Bowe spoke to Anton from Paris about what we should expect before tonight's match against Scotland.

Anton spoke to former Chief Economist of the Bank of Ireland and has previously worked in the UK Treasury and the National Institute of Economic & Social Research in London, Chris Johns and Chair of the Irish Society for Women in Economics , and Economist and Lecturer at the Technological University Dublin, Dr Emma Howard about what to expect from next weeks budget.

Joining Anton to go through the top stories in the Saturday papers is journalist, Lise Hand and broadcaster and writer, Stefanie Preissner.

Best-selling author Heather Morris joined Anton to discuss her new novel 'Sisters Under the Rising Sun'.

Brian Burke, Woodie's DIY and Garden Expert and RTÉ Super Garden judge answered listener's questions.

Ahead of Big Brother returning to our screens next week, Anton spoke to Big Brother narrator, Marcus Bentley.

In this week's episode of Ask the Expert, Anton is joined by Alan McCarthy, Head of Distribution at Standard Life to answer your questions about retirement.

The budget is ten days away and the government seems to be shying away from promising big giveaways. Joining Anton to look ahead to October 10th is Louise O’Reilly, Sinn Féin spokesperson on Workers' Rights, Enterprise, Trade, and Employment, and TD for Dublin Fingal & Senator, Barry Ward, Fine Gael Seanad spokesperson on Justice.

Each and every Saturday morning, hundreds, if not thousands, of people find themselves standing on the side of a pitch coaching a youth or amateur team of some description.So many people take part in coaching amateur sports in fact that RTÉ has made a new show about it.It’s called Secrets from the Sidelines, which seeks to bring viewers behind the scenes of amateur Irish sport through the eyes of a handful of coaches. One of those featured in it is Olympian Kenneth Egan - he joins Anton to discuss this as well as the challenges he faced following his retirement from boxing.Secrets from the Sidelines airs Monday October 9th at 9.35pm on RTE One.

Last night U2 hit the stage in Las Vegas with audiences buzzing after the first of their gigs in the Sphere. One man who has known U2 since their first demo is Barry Devlin from Horslips - he joins Anton to discuss.

Joining Anton to go through the top stories in the Saturday papers is Hugh O’Connell, Deputy Political Editor at the Irish Independent & campaigner, Ailbhe Smyth.