The Watchlist
Gráinne Humphreys, Director of the Dublin International Film Festival and T.V. and Radio Producer Eoin Sweeney give their big and small screen recommendations for the week ahead.
Jun 22, 2025•13 min
Brendan O'Connor
Brendan O'Connor has all you need for the weekend with time to pause and reflect on the week just gone. Featuring a selection of human interest, consumer and lifestyle stories, as well as keeping you up to date on the news stories that matter. Listen live Saturday and Sunday at 11am - 1pm on RTÉ Radio 1.
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Episodes
"Books can be an atlas in your mind"
Poet and author Dermot Bolger talks to Dearbhail about books that transport the reader to far flung places and beautiful shores; from Colm Tóibin's evocation of the sizzling heat of Brooklyn, New York in 'Brooklyn', to the historic Italian costal city of Trieste with Jan Morris' acclaimed book 'Trieste and the Meaning of Nowhere'.
Jun 22, 2025•10 min
Lifting the Lid on Intimacy
Ita O'Brien the intimacy co-ordinator behind smash hit shows Normal People and Bad Sisters, talks to Dearbhail about her career and her new book Intimacy which is an in-depth and informative look at how her work for the screen can help enhance our own relationships.
Jun 22, 2025•28 min
The Newspaper Panel
Joining Dearbhail to dissect the Sunday papers are Donnacha Ó Beacháin, Professor of Politics at the school of Law and Government, DCU, Kate English, Chief Economist for Deloitte, Philip Ryan, Head of Content with the Sunday Times, and Novelist, Catherine Prasifka
Jun 22, 2025•54 min
Domini Kemp’s rhubarb recipes to relish
Chef, Domini Kemp chats to Dearbhail about all the wonderful ways to cook with rhubarb this summer from savoury treats to cocktails and desserts
Jun 21, 2025•7 min
How to avoid a summer of screens!
Technology journalist with The Irish Times, Ciara O’ Brien talks to Dearbhail about how to navigate screentime use with your children during the long summer months and how to implement parental controls on their devices
Jun 21, 2025•7 min
Angeline Ball “I lost my anonymity overnight playing Imelda Quirke”
Ahead of ‘Marty in the Evening’ with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra this September at Dublin’s Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, actor and singer Angeline Ball talks to Dearbhail about the five songs that have soundtracked her life so far.
Jun 21, 2025•33 min
Could humans age without getting old?
Biologist Dr. Andrew Steele joins Dearbhail ahead of the Dublin Longevity Summitt to talk about how we can all live better and longer and why he believes we can age without getting old.
Jun 21, 2025•15 min
“Top tip – break-in your cowboy boots before the Zach Bryan gig!”
Country singer and radio host Clodagh Lawlor gives Dearbhail her verdict on the first of the three Zach Bryan shows at the Pheonix Park in Dublin this weekend.
Jun 21, 2025•7 min
Jacinda Ardern - “The easiest trick in politics is blame”
Jacinda Ardern, former prime minister of New Zealand joins Dearbhail to talk about her new memoir ‘A Different Kind of Power’. She reflects on growing up in the Mormon faith, her time in politics, knowing when to call it quits, motherhood in the public eye and imposter syndrome.
Jun 21, 2025•27 min
The Watchlist
Entertainment journalist Brian Lloyd, and writer Henrietta McKervey, give their recommendations on what to watch for the week ahead.
Jun 15, 2025•11 min
Anthony Bourdain "His legacy transcends food"
This year marks the 25th anniversary of chef Anthony Bourdain's explosive memoir 'Kitchen Confidential'. Dave Hanratty explores the aspects of Bourdain's life and work, which made him a cultural touchstone for many.
Jun 15, 2025•11 min
Anna Carey "In my teenage diaries, I just found a messier version of myself!"
Anna Carey's new novel 'Our Song', explores a will-they-won't-they relationship between Tadgh and Laura - ex-bandmates from their college days. Anna chatted with Dearbhail about her life in bands, delving into her teenage diaries, and coming to terms with infertility.
Jun 15, 2025•27 min
Newspaper Panel
Joining Dearbhail to dissect the Sunday papers are Dr Graham Finlay, Assistant Prof. of Politics and International Relations, UCD; Dr Keire Murphy, Senior Policy Advisor at the ESRI, Cormac Lucey, Economics Columnist with The Sunday Times, and Ellen Coyne, Political Correspondent, The Irish Times.
Jun 15, 2025•54 min
Classic Sponge Cake Masterclass "You just have to abide by a few simple rules..."
Ann Marie Dunne from TU Dublin School of Bakery gives a masterclass on the traditional summer sponge cake
Jun 14, 2025•10 min
"Ask for help!" - How to declutter for the summer
The arrival of summer brings different routines in our lives... and can cause a bit of chaos around the home. Professional organiser, Vera Keohane, gave Dearbhail some tips to help tackle clutter, and streamline our homes.
Jun 14, 2025•10 min
Life after Opus Dei: I lived with shame...but I had to speak out
Anne Marie Allen speaks to Dearbhail about her experiences with Opus Dei as a young woman in the late 1970s. Her biography 'Serve', tells the story of her path from initially joining a training course, to becoming an 'Assistant Numerary'. Anne Marie describes how immersing herself in education allowed her to thrive in her life after Opus Dei.
Jun 14, 2025•29 min
Why we get angry in hot weather, and what to do about it!
Professor Brendan Kelly joins Dearbhail on the science behind how the heat affects our moods and what you can do to keep calm on those hot summer days.
Jun 14, 2025•11 min
"This is Trump's little birthday to himself" - Bonnie Greer
As Washington DC prepares for a massive military parade later today, marking the 250th birthday of the US Army, and coinciding with President Trump's 79th birthday, broadcaster and writer, Bonnie Greer, spoke with Dearbhail about current events in the US, and about Juneteenth - the holiday sometimes considered 'Black America's Independence Day'.
Jun 14, 2025•11 min
Brian Kennedy "I used to harmonise with ambulances on the Falls Road"
Singer songwriter Brian Kennedy choses five songs that tell the story of his life. He talked to Dearbhail about growing up in Belfast during the troubles, busking on the streets of London before playing with Van Morrison, Bob Dylan, and Joni Mitchell. His music includes ABBA, U2, and Kate Bush
Jun 14, 2025•28 min
The Watchlist
Chief Film Correspondent for the Irish Times, Donald Clarke and Freelance Culture Journalist Zara Hedderman join Dearbhail to assess the latest film and T.V. releases.
Jun 08, 2025•8 min
Celebrity Auctions - Owning a piece of an icon
With mundane items, from a collection of seashells kept by writer Joan Didion and several coffee machines owned by director David Lynch fetching extreme interest and top dollar from fans, what is it that attracts buyers to certain celebrity auctions? Co-founder of Julien’s Auctions, Martin Nolan talks to Dearbhail.
Jun 08, 2025•10 min
Camille O’Sullivan “The worse my relationships go, the better my singing gets!”
Singer, musician, and actor, Camille O’Sullivan talks Dearbhail through five songs that have shaped her life. From Bob Dylan soundtracking a second chance at life, to the Lloyd Cole song that symbolises her relationship with actor Aidan Gillen.
Jun 08, 2025•27 min
Newspaper Panel
Joining Dearbhail to dissect the Sunday papers are Sarah Carey, Irish Independent Columnist, Prof. Rónán Collins, Consultant Geriatrician, Sam Tranum, Editor of the Dublin Inquirer and Louise Burne, Political Correspondent for the Irish Mirror.
Jun 08, 2025•54 min
Samantha Mumba “I stand by what I said about Eurovision”
Samantha Mumba joined Dearbhail to reflect on her 25 years in the music business, why she wanted to represent Ireland in the Eurovision, the pressure she felt as a young female singer in the 90s, and why she’s excited to be playing her first Irish festival at Beyond the Pale.
Jun 07, 2025•21 min
How to make restaurant quality sauces and dressings at home
Dan Hannigan, Executive Chef with Bereen Brothers gives Dearbhail a tutorial on how to master restaurant quality dressings and sauces at home.
Jun 07, 2025•7 min
What you need to know before buying a used EV
Geraldine Herbert, Motoring editor of The Irish Independent talked Dearbhail through everything you need to know before buying a second-hand electric vehicle.
Jun 07, 2025•7 min
Sinéad Burke “I have no choice but to be optimistic about change!”
CEO, activist and writer Sinéad Burke joined Dearbhail to talk about why activism can be lonely, the changes she’s instigated in the fashion industry and why she will always be hopeful for a brighter future for people living with a disability.
Jun 07, 2025•17 min
Mark Little “In this schoolyard brawl, long term, I would bet on Elon Musk”
Mark Little, tech entrepreneur and journalist, joined Dearbhail to analyse the very public falling out between President Trump and Elon Musk, who has the most to lose, and what their spat means for the wider world.
Jun 07, 2025•10 min
Former US President Bill Clinton “There’s never a time in politics when power is not an issue’
Former US President Bill Clinton and author James Patterson speak with Dearbhail about their new political thriller, The First Gentleman. They talk about political polarisation and writing in a time when truth is stranger than fiction.
Jun 07, 2025•16 min
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