The Claire Byrne Show

What does the closure of one independent bike shop say about Dublin city? How liveable Dublin can remain if independent traders and venues continue to vanish? A lot to discuss with Architect Roisin Murphy.

Gerry Hutch made a surprise appearance on stage on the opening night of 'The Monk' play at Dublin's Ambassador Theatre, taking part in a fictional live question-and-answer session with playwright and performer Rex Ryan.  The play centres on Hutch’s recent trial before the Special Criminal Court.  But is this art or propaganda?  Claire discuss this further with Ken Sweeney, Showbiz editor with The Irish Sun was at the play, Willie White of TU Dublin research and Innovation and Former Director of the Dublin Theatre Festival. Also with more reaction was Christy Galligan Former Garda Sergeant and peace commissioner. 

A search at a Co Wicklow quarry as part of the investigation into the disappearance and murders of Deirdre Jacob and Jo Jo Dullard in the 1990s has resumed this morning. Our Reporter Ellen Butler is in Castleruddery and she gave us an update from the scene.

It may not feel like it, but apparently,  it’s a good time to start gardening! Or at least so says Gardener Marie Staunton who brought us loads of gardening tips and advice.

New research has shown that the modern trend of intermittent fasting is no better than the more traditional dieting methods. To discuss this study, I’m now joined by Registered Dietician with Eatwell.ie, Sarah Keogh. 

Gardaí investigating the disappearance and murders of Jo Jo Dullard and Deirdre Jacob are today starting a search operation in Wicklow, near the Wicklow/Kildare border. Stephen Breen, Crime Editor of the Irish Sun brought Claire the details.

The FA Cup 4th round is nearly over, Ireland eke past Italy in the Six Nations, and our youngest ever Alpine Skier at 17 years old! All to chat about with Off The Ball’s Eoin Sheahan this morning. 

Paul Cullen is perhaps best known for his work as a journalist. Writing for the Irish Times for more than 30 years, he covered wars, famine and closer to home, in-depth reporting and analysis on Ireland’s health and education system.  Paul joined Claire on the show in a more personal capacity with the release of his book, Outsider, a memoir about his investigation into his own background and adoption.  

Social media sensation and former-priest Alberto Ravagnani has attracted a lot of attention recently after his decision to leave the priesthood, with one of his main reasons being the requirement for celibacy.  Alberto joined Claire on the show this morning.

More than 80 rights organisations have called on the EU to prevent ICE-style deportation of undocumented people. Last March, the European Commission laid out its proposal to increase deportations of people with no legal right to stay in the EU. So could ICE style enforcement really take place in Europe? All to discuss with Louise Bonneau the Advocacy Officer at PICUM - the Platform for International Cooperation on Undocumented Migrants.