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Brendan O'Connor

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Swimming
Taylor Swift
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Irvine Welsh
Swimming Temperature
Rip Currents
Holidays
Inland Swimming
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Packing Lunches

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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Actors Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley talks to Brendan about their raw and emotional performances in 'Hamnet' - which have received glowing reviews, multiple Golden Globe nominations, and sparked hopes of further success at the Oscars.See omnystudio.... more

Christmas Hacks expert Denise O'Donoghue talks us through some top tips this festive season, on packing the car, making the most of 'the big shop', and keeping your turkey moistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two teams made up of Ireland's greatest minds battle it out to be crowned the champions of Brendan O'Connor's inaugural Big Quiz of the Year 2025. Pat Shortt, Emer McLysaght, Fionnuala Jones and Brian Dobson grappled with questions on the year's best... more

Father Iggy O'Donovan talks to Brendan about the meaning of Christmas, and how we understand God and meaning in a world beset by war, conflict and suffering.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Professor Katriona O'Sullivan
Professor from the Dept of Psychology at Maynooth University, author of the bestseller Poor
Maynooth University
Episode: Female Sexual Empowerment - Prof Katriona O’Sullivan
John Banville
Booker Prize-winning author
Episode: Book gift ideas from John Banville, Clelia Murphy & Leo Varadkar
Leo Varadkar
Former Taoiseach of Ireland
Episode: Book gift ideas from John Banville, Clelia Murphy & Leo Varadkar
Clelia Murphy
Screen and stage actor
Episode: Book gift ideas from John Banville, Clelia Murphy & Leo Varadkar
Aoife Carrigy
Food and drink writer at the Irish Independent
Irish Independent
Episode: Hot Cocktails
Alice Leahy
Homeless campaigner and founder of the Alice Leahy Trust
Alice Leahy Trust
Episode: “He died three days later. Nobody knew where he came from” - Alice Leahy
Liz Carolan
Political analyst and commentator, associated with TheBriefing.ie
TheBriefing.ie
Episode: Nick Fuentes, Groypers and the battle for the future of Trump’s MAGA movement
Caryna Camerino
Owner of Camerino Bakery Cafe
Camerino Bakery Cafe
Episode: American desserts, to celebrate Thanksgiving
Geoffrey Hinton
Nobel Prize winner and Godfather of AI
Episode: "Could AI have a goal to destroy us?" "Yes"

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Brendan O'Connor
Host of the podcast and a prominent broadcaster known for his engaging interviewing style and insightful discussions on human interest stories, lifestyle, and current affairs.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 684 ratings
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    Ireland2 months ago
  • The Race-to-the-Bottom continues.🙄

    The Sunday show is dreadful. Time to re-vamp the time slot with a new show and a new presenter and production team. I didn’t think it could get any worse but…

    The Brenda Fricker interview was excellent and redeeming for the failing show.

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    Mac an tSionnaigh
    United States2 months ago
  • Dotty

    This is a great show. Always informative, and frequently inspirational! I look forward to it. Thanks Brendan.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dottydev
    Ireland4 months ago
  • Revie

    Always a great show. Very informative and entertaining. Everyone I know loves it and we often have chats about what we listened to on the show. If I miss it I will listen back to the podcast.

    Brendan excels on this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    singalng
    Ireland5 months ago
  • The Race-to-the-Bottom continues.🙄

    The Sunday show is dreadful. Time to re-vamp the time slot with a new show and a new presenter and production team. I didn’t think it could get any worse but…

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mac an tSionnaigh
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the personal storytelling and emotional depth of conversations, citing the show as both informative and entertaining.
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There is a mixed response regarding the host's approach during discussions, with some praising his engaging style while others find him occasionally overpowering during topics.

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Bondi Beach attacks update – Brianna Parkins
Q: Did you speak to any Irish people who were on the beach at the time?
Brianna spoke to one Irish man who was swimming and escaped unharmed.
Bondi Beach attacks update – Brianna Parkins
Q: What's the latest update on casualties, injuries? What do we know?
Brianna provides details about a man, Ahmad Al-Ahmad, who tackled a gunman but was shot twice himself; he is recovering in hospital.
Blindboy on battling agoraphobia, the trauma of school and how Stevie Wonder stood in his living room!
Q: Where are you at in life now?
Being autistic is tough. I reflect on my experiences with anxiety and how I manage my stress.
What’s behind the crypto meltdown
Q: Tell me a bit about the Trump's involvement in all this. Why did Eric Trump's crypto business fall 40 percent in half an hour during the week?
What affects crypto is obviously there's a number of things. One is when the liquidity in the market drops, the riskiest assets suffer because people just go, well, we're not going to invest in those now because there's not a lot of liquidity around so we're doing the solid assets.
What’s behind the crypto meltdown
Q: So when you get in and out, is it?
Exactly. So you buy it at a thousand, it goes to five thousand, and you think, oh, five times my money, and you cash it in, right?

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A multifaceted exploration of contemporary issues and human experiences unfolds through engaging conversations that span various topics and personal stories. From heartfelt anecdotes surrounding grief and friendship to discussions on workplace satisfaction and the significance of culinary traditions, the content offers listeners insights into both everyday life and broader societal themes. Unique elements of the show include its focus on emotional depth, engaging interviews with notable personalities, and the blending of personal narratives with insightful commentary. This combination makes it a compelling listen for those interested in the intersection of personal stories and current events, providing a window into diverse perspectives and... more

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1. Professor Katriona O'Sullivan
2. John Banville
3. Leo Varadkar
4. Clelia Murphy
5. Aoife Carrigy
6. Alice Leahy
7. Liz Carolan
8. Caryna Camerino

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