Síne Quinn and Dermot Flynn have brought us a beautiful new book about Irish mythology called 'The Faerie Isle'; author Nick Harkaway tells us about his father John le Carre’s life from British spy to Corkman as carries on with George Smiley; and actor Norma Sheehan came in to tell us about her brat summer after an unusually amicable divorce.…

Stephen and David go to the Nightmare Realm for us, bring treats for Oliver and look back on 20 years of suspicious positivity.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Actor and writer Norma Sheahan fills us in on her dating life after an amicable divorce and her one woman show 'It's Wine O'Clock with Norma Sheahan'.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Aged just 24, Gearóid McEvoy is on a mission to restore Ireland's native woodlands, one tree at a time. You can find out more at reforestnation.ieRTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

It being Halloween, we thought it fitting to talk about ‘the faeries’ who you may see or not this evening. Síne Quinn has written 'The Faerie Isle: Tales and Traditions of Ireland’s Forgotten Folklore'. Both Síne and illustrator Dermot Flynn join Oliver in studio.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Author Nick Harkaway on taking up his Dad's iconic spy character George SmileyRTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Oliver and Lorcan Nyhan debate who's winning the US Presidential Election CampaignRTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Described as a bit like Bosco meets Stranger Things, RTE One’s brand new four-part family mini-series ‘The Unreal’ broadcast it’s final episode yesterday evening. Oliver is joined by two of its stars: comedian and writer Joe McGucken, and actor and broadcaster Kathryn McKiernan.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

The Kinahan/Hutch feud is nearly ten years old. A new book reveals the ruthless hit squads which brought terror to the streets of Dublin during the gang war and also details the success of Gardai in pursuing the criminals involved. Irish Sun journalists and authors of the book, Stephen Breen and John Hand, join Oliver.…

Catch up with Oliver on the weekend. The legend that is Boy George talks to us ahead of his Culture Club tour, Bram stoker fan Brian Cleary tells us about discovering a long-lost short story that he found, and Jenny Kelly and Mairéad Ronan share the lessons they’ve learned about friendship, family and air-fryers.…

Oliver recaps on the recent happenings in the US presidential election campaign.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

This weeks visiting critic is yogi Maura Rath. She had never been to the Wexford Festival Opera so we got her out of her yoga pants and sent her off to the Opera! Find out how she got on at Le convenienze ed inconvenienze teatrali (which translates as The Conventions and Inconveniences of the Stage). For tickets go to www.wexfordopera.com…

Jenny Kelly and Mairéad Ronan share the lessons they’ve learned about friendship, family, going sober and air-fryers.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Dwight Garner, New York Times book critic, took us on a literary tour of Dublin city in his glowing review of our capital city from when he visited Ireland earlier this year. He joined Oliver from New York to tell him all about the trip and his love for "the most literary soaked city in the world".RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Lena Hennessy, COO of Noma, joined Oliver to talk about being head hunted to oversee one of "the world's best restaurants" pivot into a new chapter.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Neil Sheridan got in touch with the show because he has a question that he needs answered, he wants to know if the pub quiz he facilitates in his pub ‘Spell’s Bar’ in Ballaghaderreen, co Roscommon is the longest running weekly pub quiz in the land. The first pub quiz was started in 1984 and it’s been going ever since.…

Brian Cleary, Pharmacist, historian and writer tells Oliver about going global since news broke about his incredible discovery of a Bram Stoker short story that has been lost for more than a hundred years. To get a copy of Gibbet Hill go to https://rotundafoundation.ie/gibbet-hill/RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

DIY SOS: The Big Build is back for a fourth season and Baz told Oliver how much heart the show has and life as a Dad of six!RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Boy George told Oliver about his many Irish connections, his upcoming Dublin shows and shares David Bowie stories.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Des was a little tired but on top of the world this morning after celebrating Cuala's historic win with it's first ever county football titleRTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Journalist Kathy Donaghy joined Oliver with advice on one simple, if odd way to transform how you live your life - write your own obituary.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Clown World is the book written by two journalists who spent four years inside Andrew Tate’s network. One of its authors, Jamie Tahsin, told Oliver about exposing how dangerous this man is to the world.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Catch up with Oliver on the weekend. Roddy Collins and Paul Howard had Oliver in stitches with Roddy's anecdotes, David Rawle shared his experience of being Moone Boy and what he's up to now and Supervet Noel Fitzpatrick talks about the incredible connections between humans and dogs and and how they have the ability to out affairs!…

Supervet Noel Fitzpatrick tells Oliver about the incredible connections between humans and dogs and tells a brilliant story about Frankie who landed his posh owner in the ‘doghouse’.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

This week's visiting critic is Jane Cowan, a columnist with the Irish Examiner where she shares her Diary of a Gen Z student. We sent her to Dalymount Park to see a League of Ireland match on Monday night, it was her very first time at a football match!RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Oliver reflects on the news of Liam's death and speaks to Kayleigh Trappe and Aisling Grennan as they react to the sad news of his untimely passing.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

David Rawle from the popular sitcom, Moone Boy, joins Oliver and tells him about the casting process for his first big part, local Leitrim reaction to his role and being in The Borrowers which is this year’s winter play at The Gate Theatre. Tickets for The Borrowers available via www.gatetheatre.ieRTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Nicole O'Reilly first caught attention with her amazing Dermot Kennedy rug and now she's in demand been passionately creating stunning rugs. Nicole and Oliver chatted about her tufting journey and discover the inspiration behind her captivating creations.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Simon Delaney wears many hats from actor to presenter, chef and now crime writer. He Joined Oliver us this morning to tell us about his debut novel Watching Over You.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

It's a huge day for Adam H Stewart as his short film, Abe’s story, has just been released on Disney Plus. He tells Oliver about achieving his dreams and what the future holds. You can find Abe’s story on Disney Plus right nowRTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

In a chaotic, freewheeling interview with Paul Howard and Roddy Collins we covered poshness, how to say hello in Dalkey, over heated scones and much much more! Roddy Collins In Conversation with Paul Howard is at the Ambassador Theatre, 30th November.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Cillian O’Sullivan, Clinical Psychologist who also plays football for Meath GAA, joined Oliver and told him about the diagnosis he received while unwell on his honeymoon bringing it to an abrupt end. CIllian shared the symptoms he had, the medical care he's been under since and how he is now.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Catch up with Oliver on the weekend. Irish actor Aidan Turner shares that his Dad is his inspiration for his latest role, Broadcaster and writer Adrian Chiles tells us about his infamous columns, Stanley Tucci talks about his new book and his love of Irish food and we celebrate Black History Month with two TikTok musicians, EFÉ and F3miii.…

Former international and Premier League player Keith Treacy was our visiting critic this week. We asked him to channel his inner 'Viking' and sent him on the Viking Splash tour.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

..and he doesn't know, until now! Aidan told us what it was like to go back to the 80s for his latest part in Rivals, reminisces on his part in 'The Clinic' and we learnt that he was a successful ballroom dancer! Rivals will be on Disney plus on the 18th of October.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Director, playwright and actor Rex Ryan told Oliver about his play ‘A Dole Wide World' that's set in the dole office on Parnell Street. Rex spoke about how he fell in love with theatre, creating Glass Mask Theatre and how he got married after just 2 months. A Dole Wild World; Nov 5th - 23rd. www.glassmasktheatre.ie for tickets.…

Stanely Tucci talks to Oliver about his new book, his celebrity friends and his love of Dingle and Irish stews!! What I Ate in One Year (and related thoughts) by Stanley Tucci is published by Gallery and will be available from the 15th of OctoberRTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Mayo's Eric Fitzgerald tells Oliver about his debut role in the award-winning play, No Magic Pill. And writer Christian O’Reilly shares the story of Eric's amazing audition and his inspiration for writing the play. Tickets available at www.nomagicpill.ieRTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

James Blunt joins Oliver and talks poshness, touring Ireland in a mini and potentially changing his name! Believe it or not it is twenty years since James Blunt launched his mega selling album Back to Bedlam.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Broadcaster and writer, Adrian Chiles joined Oliver and had a wide ranging conversation from the installation of his own personal urinal in his flat, alcohol, and on reflecting on being at his father’s deathbed.‘ The Curious Columns of Adrian Chiles’ is on sale from Thursday. Photo Credit - Alicia Canter…

It's Black History Month. To mark the month, TikTok Ireland is showcasing leading Black and Irish artists who use their platform. Introducing EFÉ, Dublin-based artist & F3MIII music Producer and musician.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

What happened when teacher in Wicklow, Emma Quirke competed in the 2024 World Jigsaw Puzzle Championship in Spain.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Robbie Lawlor is this weeks visiting critic. Find out how he got on at a Life Drawing class.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Author of Big Little Lies, Nine Perfect Strangers and Apples Never Fall is back with her latest novel, Here One Moment.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Catch up with Oliver on the weekend. Irish man Bernard Phelan shares his extraordinary story of being held as a state hostage in Iran, Jeffrey Archer talks to Oliver about US politics and his latest book and the How to Gael Podcasters Doireann Ní Ghlacain and Síomha Ní Ruairc chat about reclaiming Irishness from the far right.…

Bernard Phelan joined Oliver and shared his extraordinary story of being imprisoned in 2022 for 222 days in Iran. 'You will Die in Prison: My Time as a State Hostage in Iran' is out now.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Oliver reviews last night's debate in the United States of Indecision!RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Doireann Ní Ghlacain and Síomha Ní Ruairc join Oliver to tell him about their bilingual podcast ‘How to Gael’. The pod hopes to encourage us to engage with our living language to recreate a brand new, positive relationship with it.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Oliver chats with the Godfather of modern stand-up comedy. Comedian, actor and author, Ben Elton brings his new show, ‘Authentic Stupidity’ to the 3Olympia Theatre in Dublin on the 1st November.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu

Artist David Rooney joined Oliver and told him about the fruits of his creativity that appear in the most beautifully illustrated book called The Story of the Great Irish Famine. The Story of the Great Irish Famine by David Rooney is out now.RTÉ Radio 1 tarafından oluşturuldu