Newstalk Weekend

This summer millions of people will fly to foreign countries and stay in snazzy hotels for their summer holidays, but what about just hitting the road at home in a campervan? Is holidaying on four wheels actually enjoyable? Joining Anton to discuss is motoring journalist and campervan enthusiast, Bob Flavin.

Joining Anton to help kickstart your weekend is broadcaster, Brendan Courtney.

What happens when you put a political journalist and a musician turned sound operator in a room together? They create a music festival in Roscommon. Craig Hughes and his uncle Brendan Hurley are the founders of ‘Day and Night Festival’, which is taking place on the 24th and 25th of June in Lough Key forest park. They spoke to Anton about the festival.

This week on Ask the Expert Sonia McEntee, Principal Solicitor at Sonia McEntee Solicitors and chair of the Law Society PR Committee, answered listeners legal queries.

Managing Editor, WSHU Public Radio, Terry Sheridan joined Anton to give the latest on Trump's indictment.

For 17 years he enjoyed being a vicar but now at 61, Richard Coles has switched careers once again, releasing his debut novel last year with it’s sequel ‘A Death in the Parish’ released this week, Richard spoke to Anton.

Irish Independent’s Fionnan Sheahn joins Anton again this week to discuss the latest on South Dublin neighbours demanding a secret €225k payoff each to not block housing.

Journalist, Brianna Parkins and executive editor of the Daily Mail, John Lee join Anton to go through the biggest stories of the day.

Former Head of Forecasting at Met Éireann joined Anton to kick start your weekend!

Boris Johnson has resigned from parliament. Host of 'The Rest is Politics' Podcast and former director of communications for the Blair government, Alastair Campbell gave Anton the details.

Dr Mary O'Kane, lecturer in psychology and early childhood education stops by to answer all your parenting questions.

Joining Anton to discuss who is currently in the running for the Republican Party's Presidential Nominees is Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at the University of Galway and Columnist with The Journal

Dr Emmet O'Brien, chair of ASH Ireland and respiratory consultant at Beaumont Hospital talks to Anton about the health risks associated with vaping.

Broadcaster Dave Fanning joins Anton to discuss the Independent's analysis of the 50 greatest Irish albums of all-time.

Joining Anton to run through the biggest stories of the weekend is Richie Oakley, former Business Post editor and now with PR firm Murray Group, and Ali Ryan- entrepreneur and founder of Goss.ie.

Joining Anton to Kickstart Your Weekend is RTÉ presenter, Derek Mooney.

Irish Independent’s Fionnan Sheahn joins Anton to discuss how South Dublin neighbours demanded a secret €225k payoff each to not block housing.

Pete the Vet is in the studio to answer all questions pet-related!

Some parts of Ireland could see temperatures rise to 24 degrees says Gerry Murphy of Met Éireann. He joins Anton to talk about what to expect weather-wise for the next few days.

Deirdre Molumby, a knowledgeable pop culture and entertainment expert, joins Anton alongside John Fardy, the host of Screentime on Newstalk, to talk about what everyone is talking about- the success of Succession. With a fair warning to those who haven't caught up yet, they engage in a lively discussion about the series and explore the reasons behind the show's widespread appeal.

The recently released April 2023 Homeless Report, reveals a distressing milestone as the number of individuals in emergency accommodation surpasses 12,000 for the first time. Engaging in a discussion is Pat Dennigan, CEO of Focus Ireland, shedding light on the organisation's efforts to address homelessness, Alice Leahy, Director of Services at the Alice Leahy Trust, sharing her invaluable insights from years of working with the homeless population, and Paul Murphy, People Before Profit TD for Dublin South-West, offers a political perspective on tackling the housing crisis.

Comedian, writer and podcaster Gearóid Farrelly joins Anton to chat stand-up comedy, working with Joan Rivers and his upcoming tour dates.

Craig Hughes, political correspondent at the Irish Daily Mail & Barbara Scully, author and broadcaster, join Anton to go through the biggest stories of the day.

The presenter of Newstalk’s The Hard Shoulder joins Anton to kickstart your weekend!

The DAA has announced there are no parking spaces available this weekend at Dublin Airport. Eoghan Corry, Editor of Air and Travel Magazine, discusses the likelihood of a repeat occurrence during the summer season. Lorraine Kelly from the Swords Manor Residents Association shares her experience of people parking in her estate last year when heading to the airport. And Deputy Martin Kenny, Sinn Féin party spokesperson on transport, offers insights into potential solutions to address the shortage of parking spaces at Dublin Airport.

Dr Eleanor Galvin answers our medical questions for you this week

Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joins Anton with some tech travel hacks for those of us lucky to be getting away on holiday!

Joining Anton to discuss his new book is Alastair Campbell, who was director of communications and strategy in Tony Blair's government and an advisor to the UK Labour Party during subsequent election campaigns. Campbell's aim in But What Can I Do? is twofold: to explain why things have gone so wrong, and to show what we can to help put them right. A mix of polemic, analysis and practical advice, this is a political masterclass from a master political commentator and strategist. This is the first book on politics by Alastair Campbell in over a decade.

Pro-boxer Eric Donavan joins Anton to share his thoughts on Katie Taylor’s upcoming fight against Chantelle Cameron.

Joining Anton to go through the top stories hitting the headlines this morning is campaigner Ailbhe Smyth, and Irish Times columnist Brianna Parkins.

Joining Anton to kickstart your weekend is the wonderful broadcaster, Ian Dempsey.

The High Court rules a decision by Wilson's Hospital School to suspend Enoch Burke from his teaching position in August 2022 was correct. Newstalk’s Courts Correspondent, Frank Greaney joins Anton to discuss the latest update.

Born in the USA... Who Let The Dogs Out... You’re Beautiful... what do these songs have in common? Many music fans think they mean something else to what the artist originally intended! John Fardy, host of Screentime, joined Anton to illuminate us on the true meanings of misunderstood songs.

Kickstarting your weekend is Hotelier and TV personality Francis Brennan. Anton found out just how Francis spends his weekends.

Joining Anton to go through the top stories hitting the headlines this morning is Daniel Murray, Political Correspondent at the Business Post and Brenda Power, columnist with the Sunday Times and the Irish Daily Mail

A protest is taking place Saturday afternoon against the new hate speech laws that will come into effect from this summer. Free Speech Ireland believe this legislation is an attack on freedom of expression. Sarah Hardiman from Free Speech Ireland joined Anton.

Dr Mary O’Kane, psychology and early childhood education lecturer answers all your parenting questions.

Members of the Writers Guild of America are picketing for their rights outside some of the biggest production companies in the world. Josh Gondelman , WGAE council member, Emmy-award winning television writer and comedian was speaking to Anton.

Anton spoke to TV Pundit & Presenter Noel Cunningham who has a long association with the royal family about King Charles' big day.

The next week promises to be one hell of a party for Wild Youth. From rehearsals this week to their semi-final appearance this coming Tuesday and then, hopefully, their progression to next Saturday’s final. Their vocalist Conor O'Donohoe spoke to Anton on the Show.

Newstalk's Henry McKean speaks to Anton about all the excitement in London in the buildup to King Charles Coronation.

Anton chats to former Late Late Show Host and Newstalk Presenter, Pat Kenny about what it takes to host The Late Late.

RTÉ Super Garden judge Brian Burke joins Anton to answer all your gardening questions.

Joining Anton to go through the top stories hitting the headlines this morning is presenter Mairead Ronan and Group Head of News at Mediahuis, Kevin Doyle

Kickstarting your weekend is Comedian Deirdre O’Kane, who has a very busy weekend ahead of her hosting the IFTAS

The World Health Organisation announced yesterday that Covid-19 is no longer considered a global health emergency. Anton was joined by Dr Margaret Harris, WHO representative.

Sonia McEntee, Principal Solicitor at Sonia McEntee Solicitors and chair of the Law Society PR Committee joins Anton to answer our listeners' legal advice questions.

Barry Devlin joins Anton to discuss the life of musician Johnny Fean who sadly passed away this week.

Anton speaks to superfans Jimi and Eimear on their love for Bruce Springsteen, and Pat Carty from Hot Press tells us what makes "The Boss" stand out from other live performers.

Are women more welcome in the catholic church? This week Pope Francis announced women would be able to vote at a meeting of the world’s bishops later this year. Gina Menzies, theologian and lecturer in healthcare ethics joins Anton to discuss women's involvement in the catholic church.