The Claire Byrne Show
Newstalk
Claire Byrne explores the big stories through the lens of real life.This podcast brings context, consequences and clarity to the issues shaping Ireland today.Covering politics and current affairs alongside the human stories behind them, Claire asks the questions people are thinking, but don’t always hear answered.From housing and health to work, family life, well-being and culture, you’ll hear smart, engaging discussion and moments of light relief - connecting the dots between what’s happening and what it means for you.
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Feb 3, 2026 • 13min
Singer songwriter Cian Ducrot
Cian Ducrot, singer songwriter joined Claire this morning on the show to chat Grammys, his career and next steps.
Feb 3, 2026 • 13min
Examining the services provided by the Child and Family Agency
Our reporter, Josh Crosbie has been examining the services provided by the Child and Family Agency. He looked into what is working, what is not working and what improvements can be made. Josh joined Claire in studio to discuss this findings.
Feb 3, 2026 • 8min
When friends and family have completely different world view to you?
What happens if your wife, your brother or your best friend has a completely different world view to you? Perhaps they’ve recently decided to become a steadfast supporter of Donald Trump, or they have religious or social views completely contrary to yours? All to discuss with Psychotherapist Michelle Flynn.
Feb 3, 2026 • 12min
Irish abuse survivor receives an apology from the Pope
Pope Leo has apologised to abuse survivor David Ryan. David featured in the documentary 'Blackrock Boys' where he dealt with the sexual abuse he suffered between the ages of 12 and 17 at Blackrock College. Claire spoke to David yesterday, just after his meeting with the pope.
Feb 3, 2026 • 26min
An Taoiseach discusses Irish-US relations and more
An Taoiseach Micheál Martin joined Claire in studio this morning to discuss warning systems for weather events, Irish-US relations and more.
Jan 30, 2026 • 15min
Ask Me Anthing... with Claire Byrne!
Ahead of Tuesday's debut of The Claire Byrne Show, Claire joined Lunchtime Live's Andrea Gilligan in studio for her regular Friday feature - Ask Me Everything.Hear how Claire got started in broadcasting, and how she was roped into a long-forgotten gameshow called Touch The Truck with Dale Winton. The Claire Byrne Show begins on Tuesday February 3rd (after the Bank Holiday!) from 9am-12pm on Newstalk.
Jan 23, 2026 • 50sec
The Claire Byrne Show Trailer
Claire Byrne explores the big stories through the lens of real life.This podcast brings context, consequences and clarity to the issues shaping Ireland today.Covering politics and current affairs alongside the human stories behind them, Claire asks the questions people are thinking, but don’t always hear answered.From housing and health to work, family life, well-being and culture, you’ll hear smart, engaging discussion and moments of light relief - connecting the dots between what’s happening and what it means for you. And it all kicks off on February 3rd.
