Highlights from On The Record with Gavan Reilly

Joining Emmet to discuss the current conflict in the Middle East, and the impact on Palestinians are Hannah McCarthy, Journalist reporting from the Middle East , Declan Power, Defence & Security Analyst, and Hadeel Qazzaz, the Oxfam MENA regional gender advisor based in Ramallah.

Henry McKean joins Emmet from Paris to give him the reaction of Irish fans after last night's defeat against the All Blacks.

The month of October of course means one thing, and that's Halloween! Donal Fallon joins Emmet Oliver to discuss the undisputed king of Irish horror, Bram Stoker.

An investigation by Living Country has uncovered drug use and addiction is prevalent in the farming community, highlighting young farmers struggling in particular. Using social media as a platform to buy and get drugs delivered, these farmers are increasingly turning up at rehabilitation centres in order to seek help. Caitríona Morrissey, Deputy Editor Farmers Journal joins Emmet to discuss how urban cities aren't the only parts of Ireland where drugs run rife.

Joining Emmet Oliver to go through the biggest stories in the papers today is Adrienne Sweeney, Director of Powerscourt Springs Health Farm, and John Cunningham, Former Chair, Immigrant Council of Ireland and Relationship Director at Morgan McKinley.

Ireland were emphatic winners against Scotland in what was their final group B clash of this year's Rugby World Cup, setting up a quarter-final against New Zealand in the process.Joining Sean Defoe On the Record to discuss is Off the Ball's Aisling O'Reilly.

The trial of former US President Donald Trump and his real estate business began this week as he faces a potential fine of at least $250 million for financial fraud.Joining Sean Defoe On the Record to discuss is Paul Brandus of West Wing Reports.

Andy Warhol maybe didn't feel his work was entirely original, but that doesn't mean it wasn't iconic.This week, the largest-ever exhibition of Warhol's work in Ireland has just opened at the Hugh Lane Gallery, entitled 'Andy Warhol Three Times Out'. Ireland had long been fascinated by Warhol, with previous shows breaking attendance records, and his life influencing a recent Irish novel.So, what is it about Warhol that fascinates us so much?Donal Fallon joins Sean Defoe for another episode of Hidden Histories to discuss.

Joining Sean Defoe On The Record to go through the top stories in the Sunday papers is journalist and author, Valerie Cox & MEP, Colm Markey.

We are just a few days away from budget 2024 with €6.5bn worth of new measures set to be announced on Tuesday. Joining Sean Defoe On the Record to discuss what we might expect from the package is Pat Leahy, Political Editor of The Irish Times, Pat Dennigan, CEO Of Focus Ireland & John Fitzgerald, Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinity College Dublin.

Barristers working in the criminal courts will withdraw their services next Tuesday, October 3rd in an effort to get pay cuts that were introduced following the financial crash reversed.Joining Sean Defoe On the Record to discuss this is Sara Phelan SC, Chair of the Council of The Bar of Ireland.

Joining Sean Defoe On The Record to go through the top stories in the Sunday papers is Michelle Murphy, Research and Policy Analyst at Social Justice Ireland & Tanya Ward, Children's Rights Alliance Chief Executive.

Joining Sean Defoe On the Record this morning is Minister for Justice and Fine Gael TD for Meath East, Helen McEntee.Together they discuss the ongoing dispute over rosters between Garda Commissioner Drew Harris and the GRA, barristers withdrawing their services on October 3rd in an effort to get pay cuts that were introduced following the financial crash reversed, as well as staffing issues in the defense forces, and more.

Budget 2024 will be unveiled by Michael McGrath and Paschal Donohoe on October 10th.Among the many other considerations for the government is whether to reduce taxes on rental incomes in an effort to persuade landlords to stay in the market.But would this work if they did so?Joining Sean Defoe On the Record to discuss is Ivana Bacik, leader of the Labour Party & Pat Davitt, Chief executive of the Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers

After almost 5 years at Marconi House, Gavan Reilly bids farewell to On the Record and Newstalk.From his beginnings as a regular contributor on the show to becoming its presenter in March 2019, Gavan's tireless dedication to his craft as a journalist has been the backbone of the Sunday mornings here at the station.In Gavan's final podcast, he takes a moment to thank those who have supported him throughout the years and the listeners who make On the Record a part of their mornings each and every Sunday.

As 'Simon Week' kicks off tomorrow, Monday, September 25th, the Simon Communities of Ireland are making a plea to the Government urging for a budget that will pave the way to end homelessness.Wayne Stanley, Executive Director at the Simon Communities of Ireland joins Gavan On the Record to discuss.

Last night Ireland beat South Africa 13 – 8 in a titanic Rugby World Cup Pool B clash that brought out the best in both teams.Henry McKean was in Paris to meet both sets of supporters when the final whistle was blown - he joins Gavan On the Record to discuss.

The Dublin Festival of History begins tomorrow, with more than 200 events across the city and, in some cases, online - meaning anyone, anywhere can take part. It's become the largest festival of its kind anywhere.Gavan is joined by Donal Fallon for another episode of Hidden Histories to discuss.

Joining Gavan On the Record is Ceann Comhairle, Seán Ó Fearghaíl.Together they discuss the far-right protest outside Leinster House on Wednesday and what measures could be implemented to prevent similar scenes in the future.

Joining Gavan Reilly On The Record to go through the top stories in the Sunday papers is Claire Ronan, Presenter of 'Up and Running' on Ocean FM & Peter Leonard, Barrister and presenter of the Business Post's 'Law in Trial' podcast.Gavan also spoke with freelance journalist, John Burns, to discuss the legacy of Rupert Murdoch following his decision to step down as Chair of Fox News.

Ireland's data regulator has imposed a €345 million fine on TikTok for violating children's privacy on its platform, including failing to shield underage users' content from public view.Joining Gavan to discuss is Daragh O'Brien, data protection expert & Founder and Managing Director of Castlebridge.

Anna Marie McHugh, general secretary of the World Ploughing Association and National Ploughing Association assistant managing director joins Gavan to preview the National Ploughing Championships which is taking place next week.

The 100% Redress Party is set to be approved as a registered political party before the next election.This follows campaigns to secure redress for people impacted by defective building materials caused by excess levels of Mica.Joining Gavan to discuss the party's goals and ambitions is its PRO, Ali Farren.

Tomorrow, September 18th, marks the anniversary of the passing of the great Jimi Hendrix. To quote Guitar Player magazine, “He changed everything. What don't we owe Jimi Hendrix?”Just 27 years old at the time of his passing, Hendrix was the world's highest-paid performer of his day and remains perhaps the most influential guitarist to date. A lesser-known dimension of his story concerns the band Éire Apparent from Belfast. Hendrix not alone appeared on their album, he produced it - one of several surprising connections to Ireland.Gavan is joined by Donal Fallon for another episode of Hidden Histories to discuss.

Joining Gavan Reilly On The Record to go through the biggest stories in the Sunday papers is John Cunningham, Relationship Director of Morgan McKinley and previous Chair of the Immigrant Council of Ireland & Adrienne Sweeney, Director of Powerscourt Springs Health Farm and News Reader at Newstalk.

Joining Gavan On the Record is Aidan Delaney, Weekend Producer with Off The Ball.Together they discuss the final day of the Irish Open as well as the Republic of Ireland's Euro 2024 Qualifier with Netherlands at the Aviva Stadium today.

Joining Gavan On the Record is Nora Owen, Former Minister for Justice of Ireland, and Gary Gannon, Dublin Central TD and Social Democrats Spokesperson for Education, Higher Education, Arts, Social Protection, Foreign Affairs & Defence.Together they discuss the Local Community Safety Partnerships Plan as well as the efficacy of previous plans for the inner city over the decades.

Joining Gavan On the Record is Damian Corless, author, playwright, and scriptwriter who has penned more than a dozen volumes on Irish history and culture.Together they discuss the 50th anniversary of IRA's Mountjoy jailbreak and the subsequent Wolfe Tones' Christmas No.1 hit based on the incident.

Joining Gavan Reilly On The Record to go through the biggest stories in the papers today is John Lee, Executive Editor of the Daily Mail Group & Joan Mulvihill, Digitalisation Lead at Siemens.Gavan also speaks to Peter Power, Executive Director of UNICEF Ireland about the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Morocco following the 6.8 magnitude earthquake on Friday and Aisling O'Reilly from Off The Ball about Ireland's emphatic win over Romania in their first 2023 Rugby World Cup game.

Damian Corless takes us back to a time where pop music was finding it difficult to penetrate through a wall of conservatism and traditionalism. Confronting social movements, matters of equality, and shaking up conservatist thinking, Damian talks us through the State's ill-fated war on pop music. Damian Corless is an Irish author, playwright and scriptwriter. He has penned more than a dozen volumes on Irish history and culture.

Ahead of what is going to be a tense and tightly fought Rugby World Cup, journalist and author, Sam Peters joins Emmet to talk about his new book ‘Concussed'. By recounting the untold story of the most influential sports campaign in British newspaper history, which turned concussion in professional rugby from a niche issue into front- and back-page news, Concussed poses the questions all sports lovers need answering as evidence grows linking sports-related concussions to premature deaths and dementia.

The Taoiseach is urging stricter enforcement of road safety laws following the tragic deaths of 126 people this year. This is an alarming increase on the 102 fatalities last year, compared to 87 deaths in 2019. Emmet is joined by Sarah O'Connor, Director of Partnerships and External Affairs at the Road Safety Authority, to discuss this pressing concern.

The Citizens' Assembly on Drugs Use and Electric Picnic are both happening this weekend, so we discuss the arguments for legalising drug possession as well as the current state of our drug support services across the country. Dr Ian Marder, School of Law and Criminology and Dr Jo-Hanna Ivers, Associate Professor of Addiction at the Department of Public Health, Trinity go head-to-head on the issues. Dr Ivers currently holds the only post in an academic position in addiction in Ireland.

Joining Emmet Oliver On The Record to take a look at the biggest stories in the papers today is Hugh O'Connell, Deputy Political Editor with the Irish and Sunday Independent and Aileen Hickie, barrister and CEO of Parentline.

The Druid Theatre Company is touring the country to perform the iconic Dublin Trilogy of plays by Sean O'Casey.The writer lived and worked in Ireland during a period of immense change. During his life, he was both loved and loathed. Not known to many, the famous filmmaker Alfred Hitchcock produced his own adaptation of Sean O'Casey's 'Juno and the Paycock'. Joining Gavan to discuss O'Casey's legacy and reflect on the brilliance of his work was Donal Fallon.

The World Athletics Championship comes to an end in Budapest. Team Ireland has shown promise, most noticeably with Rhasidat Adeleke missing out on a podium position. How has Irish athletics grown over the years? What needs to be done to expand the sport into our communities? Joining Gavan to discuss was Paul McNamara, the Irish Athletics Performance director.

With students up and down the country receiving their Leaving Cert results, many will be heading to university, but should students consider an apprenticeship? Joining Gavan to discuss the positives of apprenticeships was Dr Mary-Liz Trant, Director of the National Apprenticeship Office, and Tadhg Crowley, President of the Institute of Guidance Counsellors.

In preparation for the start of the 2023 Rugby World Cup, Ireland achieved a 17-13 victory against a strong Samoan side. Joining Gavan to reflect on a worrying Irish performance was former rugby international, Shane Byrne.

This week, Donald Trump's mugshot was released following his surrender in the state of Georgia, catching the attention of all in the process.But many will be surprised to hear that the first Republican Presidential Candidate Debate also took place this week, although without Mr Trump attending.Joining Gavan to give the rundown on the debate was Joan E Greve, senior political reporter for Guardian US.

Joining Gavan On the Record to discuss the leading stories from the Sunday Papers was Valerie Cox, and Declan Power.

Joining Gavan On the Record to discuss the top stories from the Sunday papers is Breda Brown, Co-Founder / Communications Director of Unique Media and Chair of the Irish Writers Centre as well as Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at DCU.

According to a recent report authored by economist, Jim Power, an additional 11,500 tourist beds will be needed in Ireland by 2032 to meet demand. Joining Gavan to discuss is Jim Power, as well as Noel Cunningham, Ambassador to Harvey's Point in Donegal.