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Oliver Callan

RTÉ Radio 1
Ireland
Dublin
Dublin, Ireland
Cork
Belfast
Irish Language
Donald Trump
The Traitors Ireland
Mayo
Halloween
Feed Kildare
Genesis Hockey Club
GAA
Lúnasa
Cork Heritage Open Day
School Uniforms
Cork, Ireland
Parkinson's Disease
UCD Veterinary Hospital
Electric Picnic

Oliver Callan charms the nation with the best of entertainment, trending topics, sports, the arts and everything in between - all with a touch of craic.

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Latest Episodes

Actor Kate Mulgrew (Captain Kathryn Janeway in Star Trek: Voyager) joins Oliver to talk about her role in RTE's new drama 'The Galway Bay Murders' and the passing of fellow Star Trek captain Patrick Stewart.

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Architectural Historian Emma Gilleece joins Oliver to encourage appreciation of the unloved buildings of Ireland from the 20th century from power stations to hospitals, handball alleys and bathing shelters.

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Coleen Nolan joins Oliver to talk about the story behind ‘Dressed to Kill’, its rather unusual chart history and memories of the Nolans in the 70s & 80s.

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Award-winning chef Malte Half of Glas restaurant joins Oliver to suggest some simple swaps for you if you're considering adding more plant-based dishes to your diet for World Vegan Month.

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Recent Guests

Katherine Ryan
Comedian, presenter and bestselling author
Episode: Katherine Ryan's new book is 'Firstborn Daughter'
Risteárd Cooper
Actor and comedian
Episode: Visiting Critic - Risteárd Cooper keeps a diary
Maurice Brosnan
Senior sports writer for The Irish Examiner
The Irish Examiner
Episode: County football final weekend preview
Paul Monaghan
Scare actor and performer who worked as Peter Dinklage's stand-in on Game of Thrones
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Sharon Van Leis Hout
Scare actor and performer from the Netherlands
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Laura Kelly
Founder of Nannies for Weddings and a special needs assistant
Nannies for Weddings
Episode: Nannies for Weddings
Dave Fanning
Irish radio broadcaster and film reviewer
Episode: Screen Team with Dave Fanning & Oliva Fahy
Olivia Fahy
Film and television reviewer
Episode: Screen Team with Dave Fanning & Oliva Fahy
Vincent Browne
Journalist and broadcaster with a career spanning almost 60 years
Episode: Vincent Browne - Charles Haughey: Glory, Greed & Guns

Host

Oliver Callan
Irish media host and broadcaster known for engaging, humorous conversations and a focus on Irish culture and current events.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
  • Disappointing

    Callan’s Kicks is wonderful. I even like Oliver on Radio 4 but this show has no structure or substance and that’s not part of it’s charm. It meanders but not in a good way. Either fix it or remove it. Oliver has a lot of talent but not on this show.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Mac an tSionnaigh
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Overall, the host brings warmth and humor, but pacing can be uneven across episodes.
There's strong local flavor and cultural relevance that helps the show stand out.
Listeners appreciate the varied guest mix and practical takeaways.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#110
United Kingdom/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#202
Canada/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#113
Australia/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#196
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#7
Ireland/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#38
Ireland/News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

'Fear' with Sam Blake & Edel Coffey
Q: What are you both working on at the moment, by the way?
Blake discusses her children's book Something Happened Last Night, its One City One Book selection, and her upcoming novel Kill Lane. Coffey says she is finishing her first book set in Ireland, in the Dublin suburbs of Dalkey and Killiney.
'Fear' with Sam Blake & Edel Coffey
Q: What are your fears?
Blake says she is frightened of escalators and previously had a phobia of polystyrene. Coffey describes fear of deep or open water and flying, then connects her story to fears of aging and losing independence.
Winter Gardening tips with Ealma Purcell
Q: What should the person do with the rotting apples? Will the rotting apples destroy my lawn if I leave them there after they fall?
Purcell recommends raking fallen apples into the compost heap, especially if there are enough to make the lawn messy.
Winter Gardening tips with Ealma Purcell
Q: Someone's asking about, how do you even begin a compost heap?
Purcell recommends building it in layers, mixing grass clippings with woody material, prunings, herbaceous cuttings, leaves, cardboard or straw. Turning it can speed decomposition, but she lets her large heap compost slowly.
The bride wore black
Q: Can you describe the black wedding dress to us?
Ward commissioned a handmade black lace dress with a built-in corset, high neck, dramatic train and long lace sleeves.

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What is Oliver Callan about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show blends Irish culture, local interest stories, and practical expertise across a wide range of topics—from heritage events and community initiatives to food, safety, literature, and sports. Episodes often feature first-person guest perspectives, hands-on demonstrations, and vivid local context, balancing light banter with personal or professional insight. A standout is the ability to pair everyday relevance (gardening tips, safety tactics, food and drink experiences) with deeper human-interest conversations (Parkinson's, trauma, resilience), plus a strong emphasis on Irish life, places, and community projects. The mix of high-profile guests and local experts helps potential listeners decide quickly whether they want approachable, sto... more

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Recent guests on Oliver Callan include:

1. Katherine Ryan
2. Risteárd Cooper
3. Maurice Brosnan
4. Paul Monaghan
5. Sharon Van Leis Hout
6. Laura Kelly
7. Dave Fanning
8. Olivia Fahy

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