Newstalk Weekend
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Apr 27, 2024 • 13min
What's Going on with Shane Dempsey & Barbara Scully
Joining Anton to run through the main stories from the Saturday papers is broadcaster and writer, Barbara Scully & Shane Dempsey, ACEI Secretary General.
Apr 27, 2024 • 15min
The rise of violence & threatening behaviour in Irish political life
Joining Anton to discuss the rise of violence & threatening behaviour by fringe groups in Ireland is Aodhan O'Riordan, Labour TD for Dublin Bay North & party spokesperson on Education and Justice & John Lee, Executive Editor Daily Mail Group Ireland.
Apr 22, 2024 • 8min
Henry McKean at the IFTAs
Cillian Murphy was among a number of big winners at the 2024 Irish Film & Television Academy Awards on Saturday night, which took place at the Royal Convention Centre in Dublin. Newstalk's Henry McKean, who was on hand to capture the glitz and the glamour on the night, joined Anton to discuss.
Apr 21, 2024 • 18min
In conversation with Neil Delamere
Anton is joined 'In conversation' with comedian, Neil Delamere.
Apr 21, 2024 • 10min
Make-A-Wish Ireland: Wish Week 2024 with Sophie Hynes
Newstalk and Make-A-Wish Ireland have partnered up again to celebrate Wish Week 2024. All of this week we will be speaking to some incredible children and their courageous families, and hearing how Make-A-Wish Ireland has been a beacon of light for those facing the toughest battles of their lives. Today Anton was joined by Sophie Hynes and her dad, Sean who chatted about what Make-A-Wish means to them.You can donate online at makeawish.ie/donate.
Apr 21, 2024 • 17min
Minister Eamon Ryan on housing, energy, and the upcoming elections
The Green Party convention took place yesterday in the RDS with several issues being discussed including a pledge to deliver 40,000 new houses in 2024. Anton is joined by Green Party Leader, Eamon Ryan to discuss this and more.
Apr 21, 2024 • 30min
Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel April 21st
Joining Anton to review the main stories in the Sunday papers is author & journalist, Aoife Barry; Conor Pope, Consumer Affairs Correspondent with the Irish Times; and former Minister of State, Conor Lenihan.
Apr 21, 2024 • 7min
What is the significance of the U.S. sending $61bn in aid to Ukraine?
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved a $61 billion foreign aid package for Ukraine.Security analyst, Declan Power joins Anton to discuss its significance.
Apr 20, 2024 • 15min
Anna Geary on the debate surrounding sports attire for female athletes
Anton is joined by All-Ireland-winning camogie captain, seasoned TV star from Ireland’s fittest family, and host of Supercharged with Anna Geary.Together they discuss the issues surrounding sports attire for female athletes and how it impacts the participation levels of young girls, and more.
Apr 20, 2024 • 17min
Ask the Expert: Parenting with Dr. Mary O'Kane
Joining Anton for this week's installment of 'Ask the Expert' is Dr. Mary O'Kane, author of ‘Anxious Children in an Anxious World: Facing Fears and Finding Brave’.
