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Jul 13, 2024 • 13min
In Conversation with Fiachna Ó Braonáin
This week's 'In Conversation with' is with a gaeilgeoir, host of a late-night radio show and father to five children. However, he is probably most renowned for his musical escapades. Luke chats with the founding member of The Hot House Flowers Band, Fiachna Ó Braonáin…
Jul 13, 2024 • 18min
Ask The Expert: Pete the Vet
Pete answers all your pet questions, including the latest on the XL Bully ban news.
Jul 13, 2024 • 16min
Do We Need More Investment in Non-Alcoholic Drinks Industry?
A new report from Drinks Ireland has revealed that sales of non-alcoholic beer continued to grow last year, while beer remained Ireland’s favourite alcoholic drink.Fianna Fáil Cork TD James O'Connor claims there’s an opportunity for Ireland to be global leaders in this industry with further incentives. Cormac Healy, Director of Drinks Ireland also joined Luke to tell us more.
Jul 13, 2024 • 8min
Breakthrough with potentially deadly superbug MRSA.
Scientists believe they have made a major advance in understanding how to fight back against the potentially deadly superbug MRSA. Scientists in Trinity College have made the discovery and Luke spoke with the lead researcher on this project, Dr Rachel McLoughlin, Professor in Immunology at Trinity College Dublin.
Jul 13, 2024 • 27min
Anton’s Saturday Newspaper Panel July 13th
Luke O'Neill goes through this morning's papers with Hugh O'Connell, Political Editor at The Sunday Times, and the Irish Indpendent's Saoirse Hanley.
Jul 13, 2024 • 11min
Elon Musk’s X warned by the EU over blue ticks
Elon Musk’s X has been warned by the EU that it potentially faces large fines after regulators said its blue-tick system for users is deceptive and in breach of its landmark social media rules. Adrian Weckler, Technology Correspondent at the Irish Independent, tells us more.
Jul 7, 2024 • 9min
Polls open for second round of France's snap legislative elections
France is going to the polls today in the final round of a parliamentary election which could have massive implications for the country and the European Union. Joining Anton to discuss is John Lichfield, veteran journalist who is based in France.
Jul 7, 2024 • 13min
Chris Judge on evil ducks, his biggest influences & embracing his dorkiness
Joining Anton to discuss his biggest influences & inspirations, his creative process, as well as his latest book ‘Evil Duck and the Feather of Fortune’ is illustrator and author, Chris Judge.
Jul 7, 2024 • 14min
In conversation with Craig Doyle
Anton is joined In conversation by journalist and TV presenter Craig Doyle.
Jul 7, 2024 • 12min
"Addressing these cultural and societal issues is complex but it can be done" - Holly Cairns
In recent weeks there have been several high-profile cases of sexual and gender-based violence against women which begs the question of what must be done to move the dial when it comes to attitudinal changes in society and the structural changes to the criminal justice system. Holly Cairns, Leader of the Social Democrats and a TD for Cork South-West joins Anton to discuss.
