Newstalk Weekend

Mohamed Al Fayed, the former boss of Harrods, has been accused of sexual assault and rape by former employees of his at the department store.Attorney Gloria Allred, one of the attorneys representing the Harrods employees, joins Anton to discuss the case and the horrific allegations that have come to light. WARNING: This item will contain details of sexual abuse and rape. if you or anyone you know is affected by the following details, we urge you to contact one in four at oneinfour.ie.

Anton is joined by Brian Nolan from Leinster Open Sea, who is competing in his 31st Liffey Swim. The annual Liffey Swim takes place in September each year, and boasts over 400 competitors. Hit ‘Listen’ to hear more about Brian’s ‘family tradition’ of swimming the length of the capital’s river. 

Having spent over 25 years as Religious Affairs Correspondent with the Irish Times, there are few people more equipped than Patsy McGarry to comment on the current place that religion and religious organisations occupy in Irish society. Patsy has just penned his memoir titled, ‘Well, Holy God’ and he joins Anton for a chat.

Depending how you look at it, Botox is a safe and certain way to smooth wrinkles and fine lines, boosting your self-esteem and sense of self-worth. On the flip side of that, it is a toxin that fixes your skin into a permanent "frozen" expression, further adding to a culture of increasing beauty standards. So, what are the considerations when approaching cosmetic procedures such as Botox and filler? Liz Dwyer is the Co-founder of the Future Beauty and Health Show & Co-host of the ‘Fess Up’ podcast on GoLoud & Dr Emma Cunningham is an Aesthetic Doctor and Founder of Dr Emma Clinics in Newry and Slieve Donard. Both join Anton for a chat.

Anton is joined in studio by Minister for Public Expenditure and TD for Dublin Central, Paschal Donohoe to discuss the upcoming Budget 2025. The Minister has said that this week’s EU ruling ordering Ireland to collect €14 billion in back taxes from Apple will not impact on the upcoming budget.

Joining Anton to discuss the main stories in the Sunday papers is Ireland and Britain Editor of The Irish Times, Mark Hennessy, Frances Fitzgerald and Political Commentator Ursula Savage.

Anton is joined 'In conversation' with folk singer, songwriter, and harpist, Moya Brennan.

Joining Anton for this week's Ask The Expert is Dr Mary O’Kane, lecturer in Psychology and Early Childhood Education, who is here to answer your parenting questions.

The Irish Aviation Authority (IAA), has proposed limiting passenger seat capacity at Dublin Airport over next summer because of the passenger cap at the airport. Michael O'Leary, Ryanair CEO joins Anton to discuss.

Home renovations are challenging and with a dearth of builders, architects and designers out there, planning ahead is crucial in making the whole process as seamless as possible. Shay Lally of Houses to Restore joins Anton to discuss.