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Anton Savage presents a bright, lively and engaging current affairs magazine show to kickstart your weekend. The programme features all the latest news, features and opinion along with conversations about the conversations you are having on a Saturday morning from 9-11am. Listen and subscribe to The Anton Savage Show on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.   You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'

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    Bobby Healy, CEO of Manna Drone Delivery on expanding drone deliveries in Ireland

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2026 16:25


    Drone delivery firm Manna Air Delivery has announced a new pilot programme to take place in Cork City. Joining Emmet Oliver to discuss this and future plans for the company is CEO & Founder, Bobby Healy.

    Excavations ongoing in search for Josephine “Jo Jo” Dullard & Deirdre Jacob

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2026 5:47


    Gardaí have launched a major excavation at a disused quarry in Castleruddery Upper, Co Wicklow in the search for Josephine “Jo Jo” Dullard and Deirdre Jacob. The search was triggered by a new witness statement described as “very specific” and “credible”, pinpointing an exact burial location within the extensive quarry site. Stephen Breen, Crime Editor with The Irish Sun, joins Emmet Oliver to discuss.

    Therapy dogs helping to support children with additional needs

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2026 5:27


    Therapy dogs are the latest creative method schools are using to improve student wellbeing and support children with additional needs. Newstalk reporter, Ella Anderson, went out to one of these schools in Dublin, to meet 'Kate', St Kevin's Boys School's newest addition to the learning support team.

    Six Nations Review & Premier League Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2026 11:24


    Joining Emmet Oliver to discuss Ireland's emphatic win against England in the Six Nations is Off the Ball's John Duggan.

    How well is Ireland's infrastructure prepared for the wetter years ahead?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2026 14:36


    What should we be doing going forward to make the country more resilient against extreme conditions? Joining Emmet Oliver to discuss is EU Climate Pact Ambassador, Liam Doyle & Assistant Professor in Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering in TCD, Dr Aimee Byrne.

    Henry's BAFTA 2026 Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2026 6:45


    All eyes will be on London tonight as the BAFTA film awards take place. As was the case in the last few years, there is a strong Irish interest in many of the main awards. There is only one man we could send to such an auspicious event. Henry McKean joins Emmet Oliver from London to discuss.

    Sunday Newspaper Panel February 22nd

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2026 33:57


    Joining Emmet Oliver to go through the main stories from the Sunday papers is Emma Blain, Fine Gael Councillor & former Lord Mayor of Dublin; Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer, University of Galway and Columnist with the Journal.ie; and Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at Dublin City University.

    Are ‘Dodgy Box' penalty points on the way?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026 9:19


    In the past few months, providers such as SKY or Virgin have been discussing how to use information gleaned from things such as WhatsApp messages to target both providers and end users of so-called ‘dodgy boxers'. Could we see a penalty point system be introduced in the months ahead? Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor at the Irish Independent and host of the Big Tech show podcast, joins Emmet Oliver to discuss.

    Andrew Mountbatton Windsor Arrested: What happens next?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026 12:01


    The story of the week has been the arrest of Andrew Mountbatton Windsor on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The disgraced former prince has been under increasing pressure following the release of more Epstein files. Broadcaster & political commentator, Adam Boulton, joins Emmet Oliver to discuss what happens next for ANdrew and the royal family in general.

    In conversation with Ray Houghton

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026 14:33


    Emmet Oliver is joined by legendary Ireland international footballer, Ray Houghton, to reflect on the halcyon days of Ireland's football.

    A new 10% global levy following US Supreme Court ruling

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026 14:35


    The US Supreme Court has struck down President Trump's sweeping emergency tariffs, but within hours the White House announced a new 10% global levy, raising fresh uncertainty for businesses and markets worldwide. To unpack the legal, economic and global trade implications

    Ask the Expert: Dr Eleanor Galvin

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026 12:19


    Dr Eleanor Galvin joins Emmet Oliver to answer listeners' questions on all things medical.

    Six Nations & Premier League Preview with OTB's Cameron Hill

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026 7:43


    Joining Emmet Oliver to chat through all the weekend's sporting action is OTB's Cameron Hill.

    Have You Never Heard of Bill Fuller?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 13:12


    Director David Burke joins Shane Beatty to discuss his film, 'Have You Never Heard of Bill Fuller?', which will be shown at this year's Dublin International Film Festival. The film follows the life of Bill Fuller, an Irish entrepeneur and and musical Impresario who managed some of the biggest clubs in the UK and US, whose acts included Johnny Cash and Thin Lizzy!

    How to Quit Your Job

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 9:45


    Avril Clare, founder and owner of Avril Clare Recruitment Ltd, Property Recruitment Specialists shares with Shane her top tips for quitting your job without burning your bridges.

    This Weekend's Sport

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 10:21


    Shane Hannon, Senior Weekend Producer for Off The Ball joins Shane Beatty to chat all things sport.

    Housing with Eoin O'Broin

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 12:46


    Shane Beatty is joined in studio by Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Mid-West & party spokesperson for Housing Eoin Ó'Broin, who believes that renters are caught in a limbo between social housing and cost rental schemes.

    Sunday Paper Panel

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 46:18


    Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín, Journalist and Broadcaster Flor McCarthy and Jon Ihle, Deputy Business Editor at the Sunday Times Ireland join Shane Beatty to discuss what's in the papers.They discuss rent reforms, ICE detainments, Air Traffic Control issues and much more.

    Are we headed for a summer of air travel chaos?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 6:18


    Pat Noctor, president of the Irish Air Traffic Controllers Association, has said that “we are heading for a summer of chaos" due to a growing air traffic control staffing crisis. Joining the Sunday paper panel to discuss is Paul Hackett, CEO of Click and Go & Vice-President of the Irish Travel Agents Association.

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    How to not mess up on a first date

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 10:41


    First dates are a delicate operation - part interview, part chemistry experiment, part social tightrope. From oversharing and phone-checking to talking about exes, politics, or money, certain moves can kill the vibe instantly. So for the day that's in it, we're asking: what are the biggest first-date dealbreakers and have we all been guilty of at least one? Cathal O'Sullivan, 98FM Producer & Ali Ryan, Founder & CEO of Goss.ie join Shane Beatty to discuss.

    Ask the Expert: Sarah Keogh

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 13:22


    For this week's Ask the Expert, Shane Beatty is joined by Sarah Keogh, Dietitian and Founder of Eatwell.

    Rugby Preview with OTB's Shane Hannon

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 5:12


    It's round two of the Six Nations as Ireland hosts Italy in the Aviva today at 2.15pm. While Ireland suffered a heavy defeat in Paris last week, Italy arrive in Dublin buoyed by a victory over Scotland. How will it go? Shane Beatty is joined by Shane Hannon, Senior Producer, Off The Ball Weekend, to discuss.

    Wegovy price cuts: What next for our approach to weight-loss in Ireland?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 8:46


    Novo Nordisk has significantly lowered the cash price of Wegovy. What does this mean for users of the drug in Ireland, and will it have wider implications for the weight-loss drug is administered or treated in Ireland more broadly? Joining Shane Beatty to discuss is Dr Brendan O'Shea, Assistant Professor of Primary Care at Trinity College Dublin & Bernadette Keenan, Committee Member of the Irish Coalition for People Living with Obesity (ICPO).

    Munich Security Conference 2026: What's the latest

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 6:33


    World leaders are meeting at the Munich Security Conference this weekend as U.S-European relations face renewed strain. Concerns have also been raised that gaps in Ireland's military and security capabilities, with European Affairs Minister Thomas Byrne saying that Ireland should be open to foreign police helping Gardai with security during the upcoming EU Presidency. Joining Shane Beatty to discuss is News Correspondent at Journal Media, Niall O'Connor.

    What's Going on with Jack Horgan-Jones & Aisling Moloney

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 25:26


    Joining Shane Beatty to go through the main stories from the Saturday papers is Jack Horgan-Jones, Political Correspondent with the Irish Times & Aisling Moloney, Newstalk Reporter.

    45 years on from the Stardust fire

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 12:43


    It is forty-five years after the Stardust nightclub fire claimed 48 lives. Joining Shane Beatty to discuss how the narrative shifted after decades of controversy, and how the story is no longer just about a nightclub disaster, but institutional failure and the long-awaited justice for familiesis Sean Murray, co-author of The Last Disco.

    Superbowl, 6 Nations, Winter Olympics , This Week in Sport

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 16:16


    This weekend marks the 60th annual Superbowl which is being held in Santa Clara in California. Emmet Oliver is joined by Michael McQuaid host of the Pro Ireland Football: The NFL Podcast, Freelance Journalist Emmet Ryan and Off The Ball's John Duggan to discuss the Superbowl, ^ Nations, Winter Olympics and more.

    How Narcissists and Manipulators Infiltrate our Lives

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 16:26


    At first, they seem magnetic, generous, and deeply interested in you, but slowly the dynamic shifts and your boundaries begin to disappear. Clinical psychologist Dr Stephanie Regan joins Emmet Oliver to unpack how narcissists and manipulators use charm, grooming, and subtle psychological tactics to infiltrate relationships, gain control, and keep it, often without their targets realising what's happening

    Will we get a reprise from the rain?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 3:38


    Emmet Oliver is joined by Holly O'Neill from Met Eireann to discuss what the weather forecast is looking like for the next week after a spell of particularly bad weather

    Can diplomacy in Oman really pull Washington and Tehran back from the brink of war?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 11:22


    The US and Iran are holding high-stakes talks in Oman as fears of a direct military confrontation grow. With Trump warning of strikes, Iran under internal pressure, and a massive US naval build-up in the region, these negotiations may determine whether diplomacy or escalation comes next. Paul Brandus, West Wing Reports Founder, joins Emmet Oliver to discuss.

    Epstein files, Housing & the Airport Passenger Cap

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 38:58


    New documents released delve into how Jeffrey Epstein used an elite Dublin summit to forge contacts with world leaders. New laws to remove the highly controversial 32 million Dublin Airport passenger cap and permanently preclude any future caps are to be approved by cabinet. Joining Emmet Oliver to discuss is John Cunningham, Marketing Insights Director for BAM Ireland, Fergus Finlay, columnist with the Irish Examiner & Former CEO of Barnardos and Hazel Chu Deputy Leader Green Party.

    What's next for Ireland's defense and security?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 7:06


    Cathal Berry, Former Independent TD and former member of the Defense Forces joins Emmet Oliver to discuss the Royal Air Force agreeing to protect Irish Airspace, our military hardware that leaves us vulnerable and Russian oil ships entering Irish water.

    As the Expert: Pete the Vet

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 16:25


    This week on Ask the Expert, Pete the Vet joins Emmet Oliver to answer all of your pet-related questions.

    The ‘AI afterlife' & the rise of “grief tech”

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 11:37


    AI “afterlife” services let people create digital twins that outlive them, trained on voice, memories and data, but current legal frameworks don't recognise personality rights or ownership beyond simple data protection, raising crucial questions about consent, legacy, privacy and the risk of misrepresentation in an unregulated digital graveyard. Joining Emmet Oliver to discuss is Andy O'Donoghue, technology broadcaster and columnist.

    Brian Lloyd's favourite winter films

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 11:37


    From underdog kids on the ice to Cold War politics played out in a hockey rink, some of the greatest sports films don't just entertain; they tell us something about who we are. Emmet Oliver is joined by Brian Lloyd, Movie Critic and Entertainment Journalist, to break down why these films still resonate and what separates a good sports movie from a great one

    Newstalk Weekend Saturday Paper Review February 7th

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 27:36


    Joining Emmet Oliver to go through the main stores from the Saturday papers is Gina London, former CNN White House Correspondent and Sunday Independent Columnist & Paul Hayes, founder of Beachhut PR.

    Epstein, Mandelson & the future of Starmer's Government

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 16:36


    Political judgement is the skill that is seen as compulsory if you are to reach high office. In the past week, UK Prime Minister Kier Starmer has had his judgment questioned from all sides of the political spectrum as revelation after revelation flows from the Epstein papers. Central to the story is the disgraced financier's relationship with Lord Mandelson, the co-architect of the New Labour project in the 1990s. Instead of policy, Starmer is dealing with photos of the peer in his pants, and the unsightly mess could even cost the PM his job. Joining Emmet Oliver to discuss is Enda Brady, presenter with TRT World.

    Ireland's top agility dog, Indiana Bones, is heading to Crufts

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 4:16


    Once abandoned in a Tesco bag as a puppy, Indiana Bones is heading to Crufts to represent the country for a fourth year in a row. Laura Murphy, trainer with WaggyMamas Agility – Dog Agility and Training in Wicklow, joins Emmet to chat about the honour and what preparations need to take place before the event itself.

    A little update from Anton

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 0:28


    As you may have noticed, Anton Savage is now our new presenter of Newstalk Breakfast. You can catch him every weekday morning from 7am, with everything you need to start the day - with insight, entertainment and a bit of craic. Before Pat Kenny begins on weekends at the start of March, you can catch all the Newstalk Saturday and Sunday content in this feed.

    Will the Vatican finally face up to the truth about their role in systemic clerical abuse?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2026 14:10


    David Ryan, who exposed abuse linked to Blackrock College, is set for a private audience with Pope Leo XIV, where he says he'll ask tough questions about how the Church buried abuse for decades. Abuse survivor and campaigner Colm O'Gorman joins Emmet Oliver to discuss.

    Premier League & Six Nations Action

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2026 9:41


    With Champions League group stages complete, the Premier League title race still very much in the balance, and the 2026 Six Nations just around the corner, Emmet Oliver is joined by OTB's Shane Hannon to talk about it all.

    Iran & the US: What's the latest?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2026 11:36


    Donald Trump says it would be “great” if the US didn't have to use force against Iran, but as American naval power builds in the Gulf and Tehran warns it's ready to strike back, diplomacy looks fragile

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