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Matthew joined Oonagh on the show this morning, and there was plenty of craic from start to finish. The pair got listeners talking about the funny things people—especially women—admit to doing while shopping for clothes, with some hilarious confessions coming in. Larry stepped up to take on the latest round of Rhyme It, hoping to climb the leaderboard, while Get It Off Your Chest featured one frustrated listener who was at breaking point after getting stuck behind someone having a lengthy chat at the petrol station when all he wanted to do was pay and go. Catch up on all the laughs, listener stories and breakfast show chaos in today's podcast.
It's another hilarious edition of Wind-Up Wednesday, and this time poor James finds himself at the centre of Oonagh's latest prank call. Even though he's not working, James gets a phone call about a very unusual complaint involving one of the pizzas on the takeaway's menu—and let's just say it's definitely not your average customer complaint. As Oonagh becomes increasingly serious about the so-called X-rated pizza, James does his best to make sense of the bizarre situation without knowing he's being set up. How long does it take before he realises he's the latest victim of Oonagh's prank? Listen back for another unforgettable Wind-Up Wednesday full of laughs and brilliant reactions.
Today's show was packed with hilarious opinions, awkward dilemmas and another unforgettable prank call. Oonagh gave everyone a glimpse into her wonderfully unique way of thinking as she shared her wild take on the latest hosepipe ban, leaving Cooper wondering what goes on inside her head! On Get It Off Your Chest, one listener revealed her frustration with a friend who shoots down every destination suggested for the girls' holiday, making it impossible to book anything without an argument. Plus, Oonagh delivered another brilliant Wind-Up Wednesday prank, this time calling poor James to complain about one very unusual pizza on the menu. Catch up on all the laughs, the listener debates and the breakfast show chaos in today's podcast.
With a hosepipe ban on the way and water levels running low, Oonagh decided there was only one thing to do… turn it into a comedy sketch. What started as a discussion about conserving water quickly descended into a hilarious roleplay, with Oonagh imagining herself reporting a neighbour who simply couldn't stop watering their prized plants. From over-the-top accusations, emergency phone calls, and police helicopters flying overhead - this one had everyone in stitches
Donal brings his daily statistic to the show, and we have to work together to guess the answer. Oonagh once again revealed far too much about her chaotic life to us this morning
Today's show was full of laughs, awkward moments and plenty of listener stories. Cooper and Oonagh got everyone talking about the strange things we all do when we stop at the garage, with Oonagh, unsurprisingly, sharing a little more than she probably should have! On Get It Off Your Chest, one listener revealed his dilemma of getting stuck chatting to his girlfriend's parents for what feels like forever every time he calls over, leaving him wondering how to politely escape and actually spend time with his girlfriend. Plus, Steven Cooper's journey to perform at The Heart of Ireland Burlesque Festival took another hilarious step forward as listeners helped come up with the perfect burlesque stage name. Catch up on all the banter, brilliant suggestions and breakfast show chaos in today's podcast.
Cooper's burlesque challenge took another hilarious turn as the countdown to his debut performance at the Heart of Ireland Burlesque Festival continues. With the pressure mounting, Cooper and Oonagh asked listeners to come up with the perfect burlesque stage name—but the suggestions were so outrageous that Cooper rejected almost every single one. As if that wasn't enough, Oonagh couldn't resist taking a few playful digs, joking that his tongue is "too big for his head." With September fast approaching and no previous burlesque experience to rely on, Cooper is beginning to realise just how real this challenge has become. Listen back for the funniest name suggestions, plenty of laughs and the latest chapter in Cooper's unforgettable burlesque journey.
Donal brings his daily statistic to the show, and we have to work together to guess the answer. Just this question alone gave us an insight into Oonagh's mad day to day life and just how lazy she really is
Former Galway All-Ireland winning goalkeeper James Skehill was today's Mystery Guest Monday as he joined Cooper and Oonagh to preview one of the biggest games in the hurling calendar. With Galway taking on Limerick in the All-Ireland Hurling Final, James shared his expert insight, discussed the key battles that could decide the match, and gave his predictions for the showdown. From Galway's biggest strengths to the challenge posed by Limerick, this is a must-listen for hurling fans looking ahead to the All-Ireland Final. Tune in for expert analysis, behind-the-scenes stories and plenty of pre-match excitement.
We officially launched iRadio's Session on the Shannon, and to celebrate, Jamie McIntyre joined Cooper and Oonagh in studio ahead of what promises to be one of the summer's most unforgettable events. Listeners will set sail on a special river cruise along the Shannon, where Jamie will perform an exclusive, intimate acoustic set before heading off for a huge summer that includes Electric Picnic. Expect incredible live music, stunning scenery, great company and plenty of laughs with Cooper and Oonagh on board. If you're looking for a unique summer night out, this is one event you won't want to miss. Listen back to hear all about iRadio's Session on the Shannon and why everyone's talking about it.
Today on the show, we officially launched iRadio's Session on the Shannon – an unforgettable summer river cruise packed with live music, sunshine and great craic. Listeners will set sail with Cooper and Oonagh for an exclusive evening featuring a special live acoustic performance from Jamie McIntyre, before he heads off to perform at Electric Picnic. We also welcomed former Galway All-Ireland winning goalkeeper James Skehill as our Mystery Guest Monday, where he shared his expert predictions ahead of the All-Ireland Hurling Final and gave his thoughts on the big showdown. Plus, on Get It Off Your Chest, one listener asked for advice after her sister moved to Dublin and, according to the family, has suddenly developed a very posh new accent. Is it a real change, or is she putting it on? Catch up on all the laughs, lively debates and breakfast show banter in today's podcast.
Donal brings his daily statistic to the show, and we have to work together to guess the answer. Today's had us chatting about OOnagh's hallway and all the things we do when we're trying to avoid "people'ing" (as Oonagh says)
It's time for another hilarious round of Spits and Giggles! Cooper and Oonagh face off with mouths full of water while Donal plays a series of funny clips designed to break them. The challenge is simple: don't laugh. If they crack, they'll end up spraying water all over each other. In this messy game, the wettest person at the end is actually the winner, because it means their opponent laughed the most.
Today's show was packed with laughs from start to finish! Oonagh revealed exactly how she deals with someone knocking on her front door, sparking a hilarious conversation about the strange things we all do when the doorbell rings. Cooper also found himself in hot water after receiving a stern telling-off from his burlesque dancing instructor, Memphis Shell, during his latest lesson. And, as if that wasn't enough, Cooper and Oonagh were both left soaked during another chaotic round of Spits and Giggles, with plenty of laughs along the way. Catch up on all the fun, the unexpected moments and the breakfast show madness in today's podcast.
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It's Wind-Up Wednesday, and this time Oonagh targets poor Sarah, who's just bought her dream home and is excited to make it her own. That excitement quickly turns to confusion when Oonagh calls with some shocking news: a supposedly rare sewer runs directly underneath the property, meaning there are all sorts of bizarre restrictions on what Sarah can and can't do to her new house. As the list of rules gets more ridiculous, Sarah tries to make sense of the unbelievable situation while Oonagh keeps a straight face. How long does it take before she realises she's been caught in another classic prank call? Listen back for one of Oonagh's funniest Wind-Up Wednesday moments yet.
Donal brings his daily statistic to the show, and we have to work together to guess the answer. Today had Oonagh confessing how much she talks to her bed like a friend in her life
It was another chaotic morning on the show as Cooper couldn't resist ripping into Oonagh for turning up to the studio wearing a huge fur coat while he and Donal were perfectly comfortable in shorts and T-shirts. Oonagh also delivered another unforgettable Wind-Up Wednesday prank call, this time targeting an unsuspecting woman who had just bought a new house with a phone call she definitely wasn't expecting. Plus, on Get It Off Your Chest, one listener reached breaking point after realising they're the only person in their house who ever buys the toilet roll, while everyone else simply uses it without replacing it. Is it just part of sharing a house, or are their housemates taking advantage? Catch up on all the laughs, prank call chaos and relatable listener dilemmas in today's podcast.
Oonagh finally got a brand-new phone… but setting it up turned into a full-on breakfast show challenge. If you know Oonagh, you'll know it was never going to be straightforward, with plenty of drama, confusion and laughs along the way as she tried to get to grips with her new device. The gang also got listeners talking about all the strange little things we do before getting into the shower, from checking our phones one last time to putting on music and delaying the inevitable. Plus, on Get It Off Your Chest, one listener asked for help after a work colleague started calling them the same annoying pet name all day, every day, and it's driving them up the wall. Is there a polite way to ask someone to stop, or do you just have to put up with it? Catch up on all the laughs, relatable stories and breakfast show chaos in today's podcast.
What started as a simple phone upgrade quickly turned into the biggest challenge of the morning. After being told her brand-new phone would be "easy to set up" and that "anyone could do it," Oonagh decided to put that claim to the test live on air. The only problem? Anyone who knows Oonagh knows that technology is not her strong point. Cooper and Donal challenged her to spend the entire three-hour breakfast show setting up her new phone, with regular check-ins to see how she was getting on. From confusion and frustration to unexpected setbacks and plenty of laughs, it became a dramatic journey that had everyone in the studio invested. Did Oonagh manage to conquer the technology, or did the phone win? Listen back to hear one of the funniest and most chaotic breakfast show challenges yet.
Cooper and Oonagh are back together for another action-packed breakfast show! This morning, the gang got listeners talking about all the funny and relatable things we do while waiting for someone to answer the phone—from rehearsing what we're about to say to secretly hoping it goes to voicemail. The Rhyme It leaderboard is officially open for a brand-new week, with our first contestant setting the score to beat. Plus, Oonagh reveals the drama of her weekend after getting the jump three times. Catch up on all the laughs, relatable stories and breakfast show chaos in today's podcast.
Oonagh brought us up to speed on her weekend of drama after she got the jump not once, but three times...
Marty and Onaleigh stepped in for Cooper and Oonagh on today's show, bringing plenty of laughs and relatable moments. The gang got listeners talking about the very first things they do when they get home from work to unwind, from getting into pyjamas straight away to raiding the fridge. We also had another incredible Rhyme It performance as a listener matched the top score, although the ending sparked plenty of debate! Plus, on Get It Off Your Chest, one listener reached breaking point with a housemate who keeps walking into her bedroom and helping herself to her only phone charger without asking. Is it harmless borrowing or a complete invasion of privacy? Listen back for hilarious stories, housemate drama and another entertaining morning on the show.
Donal brings his daily statistic to the show, and we have to work together to guess the answer. Today's question saw us thinking of all the things we do to pass the time while waiting at the lights. Micheal wanted to talk about Oonagh's disgrace of a messy car as well, which is always fun to do
It's Wind-Up Wednesday, and this week Oonagh targets poor Tara with a prank that every employee dreads. Tara is currently enjoying a well-earned work sabbatical until September when Oonagh calls with some shocking news: everyone on sabbatical has been ordered back to work much earlier than expected. As Tara tries to process the bombshell and figure out what's going on, Oonagh keeps the pressure on, making for a brilliantly awkward and hilarious conversation. Listen back to hear how long Tara holds it together before she realises she's been the latest victim of one of Oonagh's classic prank calls.
Michael stepped in for Cooper on today's show and there was no shortage of laughs. The gang revealed the funny and relatable things people admit to doing while sitting at traffic lights waiting for them to change, before the conversation took a detour when Michael called out Oonagh for the state of her very dirty car! Oonagh also delivered another classic Wind-Up Wednesday prank call, this time convincing poor Tara that her much-loved sabbatical was being cut short and she needed to return to work immediately. Plus, on Get It Off Your Chest, one listener reached breaking point with a housemate who refuses to clean the shower after using it, leaving shampoo and hair everywhere for everyone else to deal with. Listen back for prank call chaos, relatable confessions and plenty of laughs from another entertaining morning on the show.
In this NBN episode, host Hollay Ghadery speaks with YA author Emily De Angelis about her acclaimed novel, The Stones of Burren Bay (Latitude 46 Publishing, 2024). In a tragic car accident, 15-year-old Norie loses her father while her distant mother is injured. Her prized possession, an antique artist's box that traveled from Ireland with her great-great-grandmother, is destroyed along with her deep connection to her art. As Norie grapples with her self-identity, obscured by grief and anger, she and her physically and emotionally fragile mother are forced to relocate. With no other relatives to rely on, they call on the kindness of her mother's oldest friend Dahlia and her daughter Wil, who run the Jolly Pot Tearoom and Burren Bay Lighthouse Museum on Manitoulin Island. Dahlia introduces Norie to ancient Irish Celtic spiritualism and opens the thin veil between the past and present where Norie encounters the echo of a century's old spirit, Oonagh. Through Oonagh's own story Norie comes to terms with her father's betrayal and death and rediscovers her passion for art. As her mother's emotional wounds reach a crisis, Norie realizes they must face their guilt and grief together in order to heal and become reunited as mother and daughter. Emily De Angelis comes from a long line of visual artists, musicians, and storytellers. She was born in Sudbury, Ontario where she lived and taught special needs students for 30 years. A graduate of the Humber School of Writing, her western and Japanese-style poems as well as short stories have been published in various anthologies. The Stones of Burren Bayis her first YA novel. Emily now lives in Woodstock, Ontario while spending summers on Manitoulin Island. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
In this NBN episode, host Hollay Ghadery speaks with YA author Emily De Angelis about her acclaimed novel, The Stones of Burren Bay (Latitude 46 Publishing, 2024). In a tragic car accident, 15-year-old Norie loses her father while her distant mother is injured. Her prized possession, an antique artist's box that traveled from Ireland with her great-great-grandmother, is destroyed along with her deep connection to her art. As Norie grapples with her self-identity, obscured by grief and anger, she and her physically and emotionally fragile mother are forced to relocate. With no other relatives to rely on, they call on the kindness of her mother's oldest friend Dahlia and her daughter Wil, who run the Jolly Pot Tearoom and Burren Bay Lighthouse Museum on Manitoulin Island. Dahlia introduces Norie to ancient Irish Celtic spiritualism and opens the thin veil between the past and present where Norie encounters the echo of a century's old spirit, Oonagh. Through Oonagh's own story Norie comes to terms with her father's betrayal and death and rediscovers her passion for art. As her mother's emotional wounds reach a crisis, Norie realizes they must face their guilt and grief together in order to heal and become reunited as mother and daughter. Emily De Angelis comes from a long line of visual artists, musicians, and storytellers. She was born in Sudbury, Ontario where she lived and taught special needs students for 30 years. A graduate of the Humber School of Writing, her western and Japanese-style poems as well as short stories have been published in various anthologies. The Stones of Burren Bayis her first YA novel. Emily now lives in Woodstock, Ontario while spending summers on Manitoulin Island. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literature
Oonagh discovered that female urinals existed this morning, and then she went full force on the fact that these should be everywhere for female rights and to deal with the queues into the ladies toilets
Today's podcast was packed with laughs, awkward moments and a listener dilemma that sparked a huge debate. The gang revealed the wild and relatable things people admit to doing on a night out during Survey Says, from embarrassing drunken decisions to moments they'd rather forget. Oonagh also delivered another brilliantly uncomfortable prank call that had everyone listening through their fingers while laughing at the chaos unfolding. Plus, on Get It Off Your Chest, one listener reached breaking point with her sister, who keeps commenting on and judging everything she eats while she's taking Ozempic weight loss injections. Is it concern, jealousy or just plain rude? Listen back for plenty of laughs, relatable stories and strong opinions in another jam-packed episode.
It's prank call day and Oonagh delivers another unforgettable Wind-Up Wednesday. This time, poor Ryan becomes the target after signing up for the Dublin Marathon. Posing as a representative from the marathon organisers, Oonagh rings Ryan with some alarming news: the amount of money he's raised so far is apparently nowhere near good enough, and he needs to seriously pull his socks up if he wants to take part. What follows is a hilarious and increasingly awkward conversation as Ryan tries to defend himself while Oonagh piles on the pressure. Listen back for another brilliantly executed prank call packed with confusion, panic and plenty of laughs.
Marty is a very polite man and he hasn't seen Oonagh in a while. Unfortunately he made the mistake of asking Oonagh about her two 5 year old twins. Then he really got the full story
Donal brings his daily statistic to the show, and we have to work together to guess the answer. Today's had us wondering about all the things we do when we're preparing a meal. A few rather unhygienic habits were unearthed from Oonagh as well
It's time for another hilarious round of Spits and Giggles! Cooper and Oonagh face off with mouths full of water while Donal plays a series of funny clips designed to break them. The challenge is simple: don't laugh. If they crack, they'll end up spraying water all over each other. In this messy game, the wettest person at the end is actually the winner, because it means their opponent laughed the most.
Today's show had everything from awkward confessions to emotional Father's Day moments and absolute studio chaos. The gang had a surprisingly open discussion about the weird, awkward and hilarious things people admit to doing in lifts. Oonagh then decided the dads of Ireland deserved their own song this Father's Day… whether they asked for one or not. We also crowned iRadio's Dad of the Year, as voted for by listeners after hearing brilliant stories about legendary fathers across the country. To finish things off, there was another soaked edition of Spits and Giggles, with water flying everywhere as Cooper and Oonagh tried (and failed) to keep a straight face. Expect laughs, awkward moments and plenty of Father's Day madness in today's podcast episode.
It was the Father's Day final of who is iRadio's biggest legend dad of the year 2026 on the show this morning. Oonagh even commemorated the big day with her very own made up Father's Day song for all the dads out there. She sang it even if they didn't ant to hear it
Today's show was packed with awkward moments, hilarious confessions and friendship drama. Rhyme It took an unexpected turn when Oonagh made things wonderfully uncomfortable with listener Paul after deciding she'd quite like him to become her personal trainer. The gang also revealed the strange and funny things people admit to doing when they have the house all to themselves, from talking to themselves to dancing around the kitchen. Plus, on Get It Off Your Chest, one listener was left furious after discovering her best friend had regifted an expensive necklace she had carefully picked out for her birthday. Was it harmless or a complete friendship foul? Listen back for plenty of laughs, relatable stories and strong opinions.
Donal brings his daily statistic to the show, and we have to work together to guess the answer. Today's statistic had Oonagh making things awkward while she told us what she does with her bra
This week's Wind-Up Wednesday prank call saw Oonagh target poor Dean, a local hairdresser whose pride and joy is the beautiful floral display outside his salon. Posing as a council representative, Oonagh informed Dean that multiple complaints had been made about the flowers and that they might need to be removed because locals felt they were ruining the town's aesthetic. As Dean tried to make sense of the bizarre accusation, the call descended into pure chaos. Listen back to hear his reaction when he discovers the complaints are completely fake and that he's been the latest victim of one of Oonagh's hilarious prank calls.
Today's show was full of laughs, drama and a few household disasters. The gang uncovered the wild things people admit to doing at family weddings, with some shocking and hilarious stories emerging. Oonagh delivered another unforgettable prank call, this time convincing hairdresser Dean that the council had received complaints about the beautiful flower display outside his salon. Plus, on Get It Off Your Chest, one listener asked for help after his new girlfriend accidentally damaged the family-owned house he rents—and seems completely unfazed by the destruction she's leaving behind. Expect wedding madness, prank call chaos and plenty of relationship debate in today's podcast episode.
We had fun with a bit of Survey Says today having fun about all the things we do in a hotel when we stay, but a message in about Oonagh's songs hijacked the whole thing and went down a route of Oonagh chatting about launching an album, which scared Cooper and Donal to death
Today's show had everything from musical ambitions to salon disasters. Kevin kicked off the week with a brilliant score on Rhyme It and even gave Oonagh's singing his seal of approval, which only fuelled her belief that it's time to release an album. Plus, on Get It Off Your Chest, one listener shared a hairdressing nightmare after leaving the salon with a haircut she hated—only to be charged full price for the experience. The gang debate what you should do when a haircut goes badly wrong and whether it's ever acceptable to refuse to pay. Expect laughs, strong opinions and plenty of chaos in today's podcast episode.
This week's Wind-Up Wednesday prank call saw Oonagh set her sights on Donal's girlfriend, Sarah Louise, a professional Irish dancer. Posing as an event organiser, Oonagh attempted to convince Sarah that she had been specially selected to perform at the completely ridiculous "Lord of the Pants" festival. As the call descended into pure madness, Sarah did her best to make sense of the bizarre invitation before eventually discovering it was all a prank. Safe to say she wasn't impressed—and Donal found himself in serious trouble when the truth came out! Listen back for one of the funniest prank calls yet.
Today's show was packed with laughs, awkward moments and relationship drama. The gang revealed the annoying and embarrassing things people admit to doing at concerts during Survey Says, from losing friends to pretending to know the lyrics. Oonagh also delivered another unforgettable prank call, this time targeting Donal's unsuspecting girlfriend Sarah Louise with an invitation to take part in Irish dancing at the legendary "Lord of the Pants" festival. Plus, on Get It Off Your Chest, one listener asked for help after her best friend seemingly vanished into a new relationship, leaving her feeling like she's lost a friend to the honeymoon phase. Expect plenty of laughs, relatable stories and chaos in today's podcast episode.
Today's show was full of laughs, surprises and a bit of reality TV-inspired chaos. Oonagh found herself relating a little too much to one of the Survey Says questions about clothes shopping, while a listener playing Rhyme It revealed they had a chance encounter with her out in the wild over the weekend. Plus, on Get It Off Your Chest, one listener asked for help after a new housemate moved in and brought some serious Love Island-style drama into the house. Expect relatable stories, awkward moments and plenty of laughs in today's podcast episode.
Donal brings his daily statistic to the show, and today Oonagh could massively relate with the answer when she heard it
Mystery Guest Monday took an unexpected turn when Oonagh flipped the script and turned the feature into a surprise for Cooper. What started as a mystery guest reveal quickly became something much bigger when Cooper met Memphis Shell and discovered that Oonagh had secretly signed him up to take part in a challenge he knew absolutely nothing about. The reaction was priceless, the shock was genuine, and it's fair to say Cooper was not exactly thrilled with the surprise. Listen back for all the laughs, disbelief and chaos from this unforgettable Mystery Guest Monday.
It's time for another hilarious round of Spits and Giggles! Cooper and Oonagh face off with mouths full of water while Donal plays a series of funny clips designed to break them. The challenge is simple: don't laugh. If they crack, they'll end up spraying water all over each other. In this messy game, the wettest person at the end is actually the winner, because it means their opponent laughed the most.
In this edition of the SwimOut podcast we are finding out all about Nutrition and swimming, especially in longer swims. We explore what to use for fuel during training periods and also on event day, and look at what can go wrong and why!In a round table format we have guest Emily Javon @emilyjevonsnutrtion who has a PHD in Metabolism and Nutrition, and is a registered Nutritionist, specialising in endurance sports including swimming. Emily outlines the principles and the basics for us. We also have Bryony Rowe @bryony.eve.swims who is training for the English Channel and is an enthusiast about Nutrition. Finally, we have my wife, Oonagh, who is in charge of my feeds on the big event day.Products we talked about Styrkr carbohydrates and rice barsGlucose Tablets - DextroseSIS (Science in Sport) - Rego recovery range Find out more: @swimoutpodcast or swimout.net#swimming#openwaterswimming#doverchannelswimming#iceswimming#Channelswimming #EnglishChannel
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