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Apr 2, 2026 • 4min
The Artemis II crew are officially heading for space!
The Artemis II space mission has successfully launched as four astronauts head towards the moon the first to do so in 50 years. They will remain in orbit around the earth for the next 24 hours. With more on this Anton spoke to Astronomer and Science Writer Dr David Whitehouse.
Apr 2, 2026 • 22min
Taoiseach Micheál Martin reaction to President Trump's address
Iran, the energy crisis, global relations, the reshaping of the West, looking back on the visit to the US, European presidency, UNIFIL. Anton discusses all this and more with Taoiseach Micheál Martin in studio this morning.
Apr 2, 2026 • 8min
Will current conflict be a disaster for the economy?
We get the latest on the war with Tara Kangarlou Global Affairs journalist and author of The Heartbeat of Iran. Also the impact of the US-Israeli war on Iran could be "substantially larger" than the economic chaos seen in the 1970s.That’s the view of Lars Jensen, a shipping expert and former Director at Maersk.
Apr 2, 2026 • 6min
“Drink-driving is not an accident , it is a conscious decision”
“Drink-driving is not an accident , it is a conscious decision.” those are the words of Dr Eoin Fogarty, emergency medicine and retrieval consultant at Cork University Hospital. With Easter bank holiday weekend approaching, attention is turning to road safety and the persistent issue of drink-driving in Ireland. Dr Fogarty joined Anton this morning.
Apr 2, 2026 • 9min
Did You See?
It’s time for "Did You See”. Where we take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Former Minister for Justice Nora Owen.
Apr 2, 2026 • 4min
People pleasing can damage your health!
If you find yourself unnecessarily apologising for things or agreeing to do things for people to avoid conflict, you could be a people-pleaser! It has officially become the cause of chronic health issues For more on this Anton spoke to Ruth Kudzi is a coaching Psychologist and the Author of How to Feel Better.
Apr 2, 2026 • 4min
Getting kids to enjoy their chocolate treats in moderation!
With Easter on the horizon, who can parents convince the kids to enjoy their chocolate treats in moderation? Anton asked Louise Lennox Chef and Children’s Feeding Therapist from Fussy Eating Kids.
Apr 2, 2026 • 4min
Scott Mills releases statement
Scott Mills releases statement after BBC sacking as he addresses police investigation statement. We get the latest with Broadcaster and Journalist Vinny McAvinney,
Apr 2, 2026 • 7min
Reaction to President Trump's address to the nation
In an address to the nation, US President Donald Trump claimed his "core objectives" in the war are "near completion" and says the US will hit Iran "extremely hard over the next two to three weeks" So how did the address go down? Anton spoke to David Smith The Guardian’s Washington Bureau Chief.
Apr 1, 2026 • 6min
Two more members of the Burke family arrested
Yesterday, Enoch Burke's mother, Martina, and sister, Ammi were arrested at Castlerea prison on foot of a court order for contempt of court. Leaving one question on everyone's mind, with two more members of the Burke family arrested. What are the next steps for the legal system? All to discuss with Stuart Gilhooly, Solicitor and Past President of the Law Society of Ireland.
