Brendan O'Connor

Professor Niall Moyna from the School of Health and Human Performance in DCU talked about how the pandemic has been a wake up, that modern society and technology are making us sick.

Chief Operations Officer at the HSE Anne O’Connor talked about the impact of the cyber attack on the HSE.

broadcaster and lead singer with Something Happens Tom Dunne, Singer and TV Presenter May Kay Geraghty and Stephen Faloon, General Manager of the Bord Gais Energy Theatre spoke about the best gigs they've been to and what's to come in terms of live music in the coming months.

Anna Haugh is chef and owner of Myrtle Restaurant in London. Anna shared her lamb recipe .... For this recipe go to the recipe tab above.

Travel Editor Pol O'Conghaile chats about travel to the UK, tourism recovery and vaccine passports.

Today's panel included Niamh Hourigan Vice President of Mary I and UL, Conor Skehan Senior Lecturer in T.U. Dublin and Daniel McConnell, Political Editor Irish Examiner. President of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland Professor Mary Horgan and London Editor of the Irish Times Denis Staunton also joined.

Author Professor Richard Dawkins spoke of his latest book ‘Books Do Furnish a Life: Reading and Writing Science’?.

President of the Irish Hairdressers Federation Lisa Eccles discussed the reopening of hairdressers tomorrow.

An Taoiseach Micheál Martin spoke to Brendan following his vaccination in Cork City Hall today.

Series Producer of RTE’s Arena Kay Sheehy and TV & Radio Producer Eoin Sweeney share their tips for film and TV this week.

Lord Henry Mountcharles spoke with Brendan about two milestone dates looming, his 70th birthday in two weeks time and the 40th anniversary of the first-ever concert at Slane Castle....

Body clock expert & Senior Lecturer at the RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences Dr Annie Curtis talks about Covid vaccine and alcohol, plus ways to get your body ready for the vaccine.

Don Nugent is Centre Director for Dundrum Town Centre. Don spoke to Brendan about the retail sector preparing for reopening.

Author Kathleen MacMahon and Psychotherapist & Author Stella O'Malley speak about self confidence and women.

Shane Ryan, founder of Fiid talked about the stuggles he faced and his resilience when building his business.

Chef Catherine Fulvio shared her tips for making the best picnics this summer. For her recipes go to the recipe tab above.

On today's panel , Richard Jacob, Idaho Café, Cork city, Dr Anna-Rose Prior Consultant Microbiologist, Tallaght University Hospital and Molly Byrne, Professor of Health Psychology, NUI Galway. Eoghan Corry, Editor of Air and Travel Magazine on the return of international travel, while Eamon Mallie, Author & Journalist on the future of the DUP.

Jim Sheridan, Irish playwright, screenwriter, film director and Michael Harding, Writer and Podcaster, pays tribute to actor Tom Hickey.

Michael Harding, Writer and Podcaster, chats to Brendan about the passage of time.

Donald Clarke, Film Correspondent for The Irish Times and Nadine O’Regan, Editor of the Business Post Magazine, share their viewing tips for the week ahead.

John Halligan, former Independent TD and Minister for State, Lorraine Higgins former Labour Senator and Noel Rock, former Fine Gael TD for Dublin North-West discuss some of the abuse they received while in politics and the dangers of it.

Tommie Gorman, former Northern Editor at RTÉ, discusses his recent retirement and his new documentary – Ireland, Cancer and Me, which will be broadcast on RTÉ One on Tuesday 4 May.

Poet Rita Ann Higgins recites her poem 'May the 10th be with You.'

Poet Enda Wyley, Dr. Eibhear Walshe, Author and Director of Creative Writing at UCC, and former Fianna Fáil Minister Mary O'Rourke discuss the books that have gotten them through the last year.

Dermot Melia, Garden Designer, outlines what you can do to improve your garden as we'll all be spending a lot more time in them this summer.

Broadcaster and presenter Derek Mooney looks ahead to the upcoming Dawn Chorus, which airs on RTÉ Radio One from 01:00 to 07:00, Sunday 2nd May.

Gina and Karol Daly from the The Daly Dish have recipes and ideas to make bold food healthy.

Today's panel was, Eddie Shanahan, Fashion Retail Consultant, Prof Cliona Ni Cheallaigh, Consultant, Infectious Diseases St James Hospital and Gráinne Ní Aodha, Journal.ie. JP McMahon, Chef, reacts to gatherings at Salt Hill and Darren McCaffery, Political Editor, GB News, discusses the Johnson Cummings fullout.

Tony Bates, Clinical Psychologist discusses coping with Trauma.

Brendan spoke to newly crowned Mrs World, Kate Schneider, about being crowned Mrs World.

A quaint little village in Wicklow is about to be transformed into a magical world for a new Disney movie.

Jenn Gannon, Freelance pop culture journalist and John Maguire, Film Critic and Journalist with the Business Post, share their viewing tips for the week ahead.

Brendan spoke to Ferghal Blaney, Political Editor, Irish Mirror, about what to expect as Irelands starts to ease COVID 19 restrictions, ahead of the Taoiseach's address this week.

Dr Austin O'Carroll, GP, discussed with Brendan the dangers of GP burnout and the importance of taking a break and speaking out.

Brendan spoke to 2FM Presenter Jennifer Zamparelli about her new show Home Advantage, dealing with COVID 19 restrictions and dealing with panic attacks.

Caroline Hennessy, Food Writer and Chair of Ireland's Food writer's Guild, spoke to Brendan about what we can expect when restaurants re-open this summer.

Harriet Parsons, Training and Development Manager, BodyWhys spoke to Brendan about eating disorders.

Brendan spoke to Pól Ó Conghaile, Travel Editor of the Irish Independent, about the possibility of European and International travel this summer.

Rory O'Connell, Chef discussed his new show How to Cook Well and he also treated Brendan with some cooking delights, including a Grilled T-bone Steak with Bearnaise Sauce.

Today's panel was Luke O’Neill, Immunologist at Trinity College Dublin, Christine Finn, Political Correspondent with the Journal.ie and Pat McCann, CEO of Dalata Hotel Group. Former chief executive of the HSE Tony O'Brien, and royal commentator Jennie Bond also joined the programme.

talked about supporting the arts during this pandemic and the Jack and Jill children's foundation art sale 'Incognito'.

Brendan had a chat with Francesco da Mosto, architect and TV presenter of the BBC programme ‘Francesco’s Italy: Top to Toe’.

Nadine O’Regan, Editor at the Business Post Magazine and Producer/ Director Brian Reddin share their viewing tips for the week ahead.

Irish Times Political Reporter Jack Horgan Jones, Dr Fidelma Fitzpatrick, Consultant Microbiologist at Beaumont Hospital and Harry McCann, UCC Editor of Trendster.ie spoke about the new plan being considered for 18-30 year olds to get vaccinated before those under 50.

Broadcaster and Comedian Dermot Whelan spoke about his critical inner voice, meditating and his book 'Mind Full: Unwreck Your Head and De-Stress Your Life'.

Royal Commentator Jennie Bond previews the funeral of the Duke of Edinburgh.

Journalist Joanne O'Riordan told Brendan why she thinks it's ok for the under thirties to get the vaccine before others.

Author Cathy Kelly had a chat with Brendan about her book 'Other Women' and how the #MeToo movement helped her confront her own past experience...

Brendan discussed relationship therapy with Dr. Colm O'Connor.

Neven Maguire shares his recipes for lighter meals such as Prawns and Chorizo and Steak salad...go to the recipe tab above for the full recipes.

Author and Broadcaster Dearbhail McDonald, Professor of Health Systems in DCU Anthony Staines and Darren McCaffrey of GB News made up the panel today. Journalist and Commentator Michael O'Regan also joined the programme.

Following Rachael Blackmore's win of the Grand National at Aintree, trainer Henry De Bromhead and retired Jockey Katie Walsh spoke with Damien about the historic win.

Pat Logue, owner of The Sheephaven Bay and General Manager of Waxy O'Connors Kevin Concannon spoke about their pubs reopening this week in the UK.

The Hothouse Flowers will feature in a new TG4 music series 'Comhluadar Ceoil' with Daithi O’Se. Liam O’Maonlai spoke to Damien about the band.

Pop culture Journalist Jenn Gannon and TV & Radio Producer Eoin Sweeney share their tips for what to watch this week,

This morning Irish celebrities paid tribute to the legendary songwriter Shay Healy: Johnny Logan, John McColgan, Linda Martin, Phil Coulter, Fr Brian D'Arcy, Sam Smyth, Aonghus McNally and Niamh Kavanagh.

Political Reporter Mary Regan gave us an update on the latest countries added to the list for mandatory quarantine.

Author and Journalist Eamon Mallie spoke about the riots happening in Northern Ireland.

Psychoanalyst Michael Murphy helps us to understand and interpret our dreams.

Founder of Positive Pathways Molly O'Keefe spoke to Damien about launching this online education programme for anyone who has an intellectually disabled loved-one in their life. You can contact Molly at molly.positivepathways@gmail.com.

Rachel Doyle is Executive Chair of the Arboretum Garden Centres in Carlow and Wicklow, Rachel spoke about the newly sparked interest in gardening across the country and the therapeutic benefits that it brings.

Writer Michael Fewer spoke about his new book 'A Natural Year' in which he observes Irish nature over the course of a year.

This morning's panel included Consultant Paediatric Radiologist at the National Maternity Hospital Holles Street Gabrielle Colleran, Norah Casey, Broadcaster and Publisher and Journalist with The Irish Times Jack Horgan Jones. Political Editor with the Business Post Michael Brennan also joined the programme.

Damien O'Reilly spoke with Chris McGale about his book ‘The Million Dollar Irishman’.

The Olympic games in Tokyo have already been postponed once and are rescheduled to begin in June. Damien asked Lisa Du of Bloomberg News whether it's a pipe dream...

Reporter with Sky News David Mercer talked about a new craze of messaging service from celebrities.

Series Producer with RTE’s Arena Kay Sheehy, and John Maguire Film Critic and Journalist with the Business Post give their entertainment tips for the week ahead.

Nicholas Cornwell, author aka Nick Harkaway & son of John Le Carré chatted with Damien O'Reilly about the Le Carré documentary 'A Writer and His Country' which airs tonight on BBC Radio 4.

Colman O’Sullivan from the RTÉ Newsroom spoke about a news story in which two women are due to appear in court today for having refused mandatory quarantine.

NPHET has advised to be very careful over the Easter. Professor of Psychology Orla Muldoon gave her view on how people are coping through this challenging time.

Reverend Richard Coles has just released a personal book 'The Madness of Grief A Memoir of Love and Loss' that recounts the grief he has felt since losing his partner of twelve years the Reverend David Coles in December 2019.

Singer Una Healy talked about the unique Easter Sunday concert in aid of Childline with the biggest ever gathering of Irish country music stars from Daniel and Margo O’Donnell, to Nathan Carter.

Performance and wellbeing coach Enda McNulty helps us to dig deep for the resilience we need to get through this last lockdown..

Chef Mark Moriarty is back with a new Cook-in series on RTÉ One starting this Wednesday, Mark talked about cooking at home and shared his recipe for Rosemary Focaccia.

Today's pane included, Consultant and Geriatrician, Dr. Ronán Collins, Columnist Brenda Power, Lecture in Politics, Technological University, Dublin, Kevin Cunningham. Also on the programme was, Adam Harris, Founder of ‘As I am’ and Dr. Cliona Ní Cheallaigh, Consultant, St James Hospital.

Gareth O'Callaghan, Radio Broadcaster, spoke to Brendan about his new book 'What Matters Now', which documents his diagnosis of a terminal illness, Multiple System Atrophy. The book highlights how Gareth manages day to day living with the illness and much more.

Brendan spoke to, Dr Annie Curtis, Immunologist, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, on the best way to manage the transition to Day Light Savings Hours.

Editor, Business Post Magazine, Nadine O'Regan and Film Correspondent , Irishtimes, Donald Clarke, share their tips for this weeks entertainment.

Brendan spoke to, Prof. Mary Horgan, Consultant in Infectious Diseases in Cork University Hospital, Dean of the UCC School of Medicine and member of NPHET, about her career to date, making Dr Anthony Fauci, US Chief Medical Advisor, an honorary fellow of the College of Physicians and Covid-19.

Brendan spoke to, Darrach O Murchu, Presenter of Cumhacht an Naduir about his new nature show airing on TG4.

Brendan spoke to Lisa Eccles, President of the Irish Hairdressers Federation, about her proposal to open hairdressers to those vaccinated.

Brendan spoke to, Alistair Campbell, Former spokesperson for Tony Blair and Mental Health Campaigner chats to Brendan about the publication of his latest diaries and how he his physical health has never been better since Covid-19.

Brendan spoke to, Dr Barbra Ryan, Gastroenterologist, Gut Expert and Elaine McGowan, Healthcare Dietitian &Clinical Nutritionist , about the importance of a healthy gut.

Clodagh McKenna, Chef described how to make the perfect soda bread.

Brendan is joined by Clodagh McKenna, Chef for some cooking delights.

Today's panel included Group head of News at INM Kevin Doyle, Pharmacist Kate O'Connell and Restaurateur Richard Corrigan. Professor of Genetics at TCD Aoife McLysaght also joined the programme.

Actor and best-selling author David Duchovny spoke to Brendan about his latest novel 'Truly Like Lightning', Xfiles and filming in London.

Brent Pope spoke about the terrific performance yesterday from the Irish rugby team and CJ Stander's retirement.

Pop culture journalist Jenn Gannon and Eoin Sweeney tell you what not to miss this week in entertainment.