Rephonic
Artwork for Brendan O'Connor

Brendan O'Connor

RTÉ Radio 1
Water Safety
Sinn Féin
Fan Fiction
Fianna Fáil
Road Safety
Local Elections
Swimming
Mental Health
Lifeguards
Supervision Of Children
Independent Candidates
Mobile Phone Use
Irvine Welsh
Inland Swimming
Swimming Temperature
Rip Currents
Holidays
Fianna Gael
Speeding
Behavioural Economics

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.

PublishesDailyEpisodes113Founded6 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
NewsNews Commentary

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Brendan O'Connor

Latest Episodes

On the eve of the second anniversary of the death of her husband, Shane McGowan, writer Victoria Mary Clarke talks about grief, ice baths and breath work. She also chose five songs that chart her life, from ‘Haunted’ by Shane & Sinead O’Connor to Bob... more

Actor Benedict Cumberbatch tells Brendan about his activism, the waste created in the making of a movie, why toxic masculinity needs to constantly be called out, how becoming a father affected his acting and how his own grief surfaced when playing a ... more

As President Zelensky’s chief of staff resigns following an anti-corruption scandal, Christopher Miller, Ukraine Correspondent with the Financial Times talks to Brendan about how this crisis will impact the ongoing peace plan, but also the consequenc... more

Café owner and chef Maggie Roche brings Brendan the best and tastiest toasted sandwiches for all moods and taste buds. She talks Brendan through an epic Christmas toastie recipe, how to pimp up the classic ham and cheese and makes a case for a nutell... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

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
Geoffrey Hinton
Nobel Prize winner and Godfather of AI
Episode: "Could AI have a goal to destroy us?" "Yes"
Professor Caitríona Ryan
Consultant Dermatologist at the Institute of Dermatologists
Institute of Dermatologists
Episode: "Acne affects 35% of women and 20% of men"
Rory O'Connell
Chef, teacher, and co-founder of Ballymaloe Cookery School
Episode: A Roast Chicken Masterclass with Chef Rory O'Connell
Kara Heriot
Co-founder of Mum Talks and parenting consultant
Mum Talks
Episode: Navigating the Momosphere - "The mums DO say it's all on them"
Dr. David Robbins
A professor of journalism and co-director of the Institute for Climate and Society at DCU.
Dublin City University
Episode: Does COP30 have a marketing problem?
David Gillick
Irish Olympian and European Champion Sprinter
Episode: “A committed, long-term relationship with pain” - David Gillick
Jennie Bond
Journalist and former BBC Royal correspondent
BBC
Episode: Royal Expert, Jennie Bond on Prince Andrew losing his royal titles

Host

Brendan O'Connor
Host known for engaging discussions on a range of human interest stories and consumer issues, blending news updates with insightful conversations.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 684 ratings
  • 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.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mac an tSionnaigh
    United Statesa month ago
  • Dotty

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dottydev
    Ireland3 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
    Ireland4 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 States5 months ago
  • April 19th. The Race-to-the-Bottom continues.🙄

    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 States7 months ago

Listeners Say

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

There are criticisms about the host's occasional interruptions and the perceived lack of impartiality during discussions, with some wishing for a more balanced approach to guest opinions.
Listeners appreciate the informative and entertaining nature of the discussions, often engaging in meaningful conversations sparked by the topics covered.
The host is praised for his authentic and empathetic interviewing style, making the show enjoyable and relatable.

Chart Rankings

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

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

“He died three days later. Nobody knew where he came from” - Alice Leahy
Q: Alice, your final song is The Parting Glass, and this was played at Charlie's funeral. What's the significance?
The Parting Glass captures the essence of remembering a life well lived, and it's special as it was played at my husband Charlie's funeral.
“I thought I’d just have a few beers... I went back on the vodka” - Jockey, Oisín Murphy
Q: When did drink become a problem for you?
I probably noticed I was drinking too much in 2017, 2018, and it became a habit to drink daily.
“I thought I’d just have a few beers... I went back on the vodka” - Jockey, Oisín Murphy
Q: How are you getting on now?
Very good, since going sober after the accident in April.
John Cleese: “I had a big laugh about my divorce; then I had a breakdown”
Q: What do you think it might be?
I don't know. That's the hard bit.
John Cleese: “I had a big laugh about my divorce; then I had a breakdown”
Q: What have you most proud of?
Life of Brian. Fawlty Towers certainly.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Brendan O'Connor

What is Brendan O'Connor about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast combines engaging human interest stories, consumer insights, and lifestyle discussions to create an informative weekend listening experience. Episodes feature a variety of topics ranging from culinary adventures and health discussions to reflections on popular culture and the impact of technology. Unique guests often share personal stories that explore life's challenges and joys, providing listeners with both entertainment and thought-provoking content. The format encourages a blend of reflection and engagement, aiming to keep audiences updated on significant news while also delving into lighter subjects that resonate on an emotional level.

Where can I find podcast stats for Brendan O'Connor?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Brendan O'Connor. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Brendan O'Connor and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Brendan O'Connor get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Brendan O'Connor, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Brendan O'Connor?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Brendan O'Connor, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Brendan O'Connor have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Brendan O'Connor has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Brendan O'Connor?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Brendan O'Connor:

1. Today with David McCullagh
2. The Pat Kenny Show
3. The Last Word with Matt Cooper
4. Path to Power
5. The Indo Daily

How many episodes of Brendan O'Connor are there?

Brendan O'Connor launched 6 years ago and published 113 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Brendan O'Connor?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Brendan O'Connor?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Brendan O'Connor from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Brendan O'Connor?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Brendan O'Connor. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Brendan O'Connor?

Recent guests on Brendan O'Connor include:

1. Alice Leahy
2. Liz Carolan
3. Geoffrey Hinton
4. Professor Caitríona Ryan
5. Rory O'Connell
6. Kara Heriot
7. Dr. David Robbins
8. David Gillick

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days