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Jun 28, 2025 • 6min
Dublin Pride Parade: What's on & what to expect
The Dublin Pride parade is taking place later on today, which is likely to see up to 100,000 people lining the streets. Joining Anton to chat about what people can expect is Jed Dowling Co-CEO of Dublin Pride.
Jun 22, 2025 • 13min
Lonely Planet co-founder Tony Wheeler
Tony Wheeler, co-founder of Lonely Planet, is one of the most influential figures in modern travel, with his work inspiring generations of travellers and reshaping how we explore the world. He joins Anton to talk about his life's work and the enduring legacy of Lonely Planet.
Jun 22, 2025 • 17min
Zoe Jordan on the legacy of her late father, Eddie Jordan
The Eddie Jordan Foundation launched earlier this year in memory of the late, renowned motorsport entrepreneur, former Formula 1 team boss, and celebrated broadcaster, Eddie Jordan. One of the trustees of the foundation is Eddie's daughter, Zoe, who joins Anton to chat about it and the legacy of her late-father.
Jun 22, 2025 • 15min
US reaction to Donald Trump's bombing of Iranian nuclear sites
Joining Anton to get further reaction on the US entering the conflict between Israel-Iran is Paul Brandus, West Wing Reports founder and White House Bureau Chief.
Jun 22, 2025 • 31min
Anton’s Sunday Newspaper Panel June 22nd
Joining Anton to go through the main stories in the Sunday papers is Former Justice Minister, Alan Shatter; Lynn Boylan, Sinn Fein MEP for Dublin; and Tabitha Monahan, Political Reporter with the Irish Independent and Indo Daily podcast presenter.
Jun 22, 2025 • 12min
Israel-Iran war: US strikes Iranian nuclear sites
U.S. forces have struck three Iranian nuclear sites at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. The bombing triggered Iranian missile retaliation toward Israel and has sparked a major geopolitical crisis, drawing global concern and setting the stage for further conflict or diplomatic efforts. Sky News Middle East correspondent, Alistair Bunkall, joins Anton to discuss.
Jun 21, 2025 • 11min
Taking your EV on a summer road trip with Henry McKean
We asked Henry McKean to crisscross the highways and byways, meeting people along the way and asking them about their childhood summer roadtrips, compared to now. He joins Anton in Carlingford to tell him how he got on.With thanks to ESB’s network of EV chargers, giving you the freedom to go further.
Jun 21, 2025 • 10min
Gearoid Farrelly on touring, vegan oysters & his new tatoo
Gearoid Farrelly joins Anton to chat about his new Dancing with the Stars-inspired tattoo, touring, whether oysters are vegan, and more.Also, to wrap up a hugely enjoyable broadcast from Carlinford Marina, Anton and the team were played out by singer-songwriter Fionn Kenny, performing his new song 'Rule of the Law'.
Jun 21, 2025 • 8min
Ask the Expert: Dietitian Sarah Keogh
Joining Anton for this week's installment of Ask the Expert is Dietician & founder of Eatwell, Sarah Keogh.
Jun 21, 2025 • 7min
Self-Catering Rentals, RPZs and The Hotel & Hospitality Sector
Ireland’s tourism, hotel, and accommodation sector is a cornerstone of the national economy, supporting thousands of jobs and welcoming millions of visitors each year. But with the RPZ being extended to the entire country, what impact will it have on the tourism and accommodation sector? Paul Gallagher, Chief Executive of the Irish Hotel Federation & Derek Keogh, Chair of the Irish Self-Catering Federation, join Anton to discuss.
