Chef Jamie Oliver reflects on 25 years of the Naked Chef, his mission to get people back into the kitchen with his new book Simply Jamie and Liam Gallagher’s love of a good bacon sandwich.By RTÉ Radio 1

Sarah Tollemache joins Brendan to discuss parenting, celebrity gossip, and hate comments. WATCH BRENDAN'S NEW SPECIAL "THIN LIPS" HERE! Who do you want to see on the show next? Got topic ideas? Email us at sagdaddydapod@gmail.com. FOLLOW SARAH: Special: https://youtu.be/wyI0le2-__E?si=QnVr2ELn2ACdn5Pw Tickets: https://www.sarahtcomedy.com Instagram…

Poet, playwright and novelist Dermot Bolger talks about his new book Hide Away his fifteenth novel, a story set behind the walls of Grangegorman in the 1940s that deals with Ireland’s past, the secrets of the nation and the ghosts of history that stalk our livesBy RTÉ Radio 1

Nadia Dobrianska on the emotional journey from Kyiv to Cork, as her family fled the war in Ukraine, captured in a powerful TG4 documentary “‘Idir Dhá Bhaile – ó Chív go Corcaigh’.By RTÉ Radio 1

Joining Áine to discuss the stories making the newspapers today were; Cormac Lucey, Economics Columnist with the Sunday Times, Dr. Laura Bambrick, Social Policy Officer, ICTU, Prof. Ray Murphy, University of Galway and Irish Centre for Human Rights, Gráinne Ní Aodha, News Reporter, Press AssociationBy RTÉ Radio 1

Freelance culture journalist, Zara Hedderman and Entertainment journalist, Rory Cashin preview the week’s best film and TVBy RTÉ Radio 1

DCU Professor of Immunology Christine Loscher on what we can do, and take, to help prevent colds and flus in the months ahead.By RTÉ Radio 1

How do you help a hedgehog fatten up? Where do butterflies hibernate? Collie Ennis from the Department of Zoology at Trinity College gives his tips on how to nurture wildlife as we move through Autumn.By RTÉ Radio 1

Tech Editor for the Irish Independent Adrian Weckler gives the lowdown on plans by Disney+ to crackdown on password sharing and if this is the future of all streaming services.By RTÉ Radio 1

Comedian and podcaster Justine Stafford talks about her ever-evolving career, her mental health struggles and chooses five songs that helped her through the difficult moments in her life.By RTÉ Radio 1

With five weeks until the American presidential elections, Irish writer Colum McCann describes a mood of political uncertainty and the use of facts as ‘mercenary things’ by both campaigns.By RTÉ Radio 1

Ari Shaffir joins Brendan to discuss the grossest things he's ever done, his favorite comics to watch, and the Kobe Twitter scandal. WATCH BRENDAN'S NEW SPECIAL "THIN LIPS" HERE! Who do you want to see on the show next? Got topic ideas? Email us at sagdaddydapod@gmail.com. FOLLOW ARI: Tickets: https://www.arishaffir.com/ Special: https://www.youtub…

With autumn on the march, Galway businesswoman and walker, Lisa Regan, picks her favourite walks for what is now called ‘forest bathing’ in Ireland. Among others. she recommended the Galway Windmill Walk; the Blessington Greenway; and old favourite, The Wicklow Way. She also suggested using the app, AllTrails.…

Henrietta McKervey, Writer and John Maguire, Film Critic with the Business Post join Brendan to talk about the big movie releases of the week and the best shows to catch on TV.By RTÉ Radio 1

The irrepressible Hector Ó hEochagáin picked music including Big Country, U2 and Sahara band, Tinariwen. And he spoke about his new book, The Irish Words You Should Know, which includes – among other nuggets - four separate words for ‘drunk’ as Gaeilge.By RTÉ Radio 1

Joining Brendan to discuss the Sunday papers this week are; Dan Mulhall, Former Irish Ambassador to the United States; Sinead O’Carroll, Editor of thejournal.ie; Gerard Howlin, Public Affairs Advisor and Irish Times columnist and Sinead McSweeney, Former Global VP Public Policy Twitter and current student.…

It’s a move that will send a chill down the spines of many hybrid workers, Amazon boss, Andy Jassy, this week ordered his staff back to the office five days a week. Will it start a trend among other employers? Louise Campbell, head of Careers Network at UCD's Smurfit Business School, dropped in to discuss with Brendan…

Irish people are getting better at shopping around on big-ticket items like mortgages, but what about smaller monthly bills, like phone bills? Irish Times technology journalist, Ciara O’Brien, had tips for listeners on how to get the best deal on mobile phone accounts.By RTÉ Radio 1

Hollywood actress Jane Seymour and her partner John Zambetti of The Malibooz are living and working in Ireland at present and joined Brendan to talk courtship, love and discovering IrelandBy RTÉ Radio 1

Pulitzer Prize-winner Elizabeth Strout is a best-selling author. Her latest book - which brings two characters together – is Tell me Everything. This morning, she chatted to Brendan about growing up in a house without TV; getting rejections from publishers for decades, and the approaching US Presidential election.…

Clinical psychologist Dr Tony Bates on his six month silent retreat in a monastery and the benefits of injecting a bit of silence into our daily livesBy RTÉ Radio 1

Chef Sunil Ghai of Pickle, Tiffin and Street by Sunil talks Brendan through the art of creating the perfect curry using simple spices.By RTÉ Radio 1

Jeff Arcuri joins Brendan to discuss crazy crowd work moments, making someone in the audience cry, and dealing with hecklers. WATCH BRENDAN'S NEW SPECIAL "THIN LIPS" HERE! Who do you want to see on the show next? Got topic ideas? Email us at sagdaddydapod@gmail.com. FOLLOW JEFF: See Jeff at The Beacon for NYCF: https://nycomedyfestival.com/lineup/j…

Lauryn Hill and The Fugees are reuniting and coming to Dublin next month to celebrate her seminal solo album. Author and Journalist Aoife Barry charts Hill's tumultuous career.By RTÉ Radio 1

Donald Clarke, Chief film correspondent at The Irish Times and Gráinne Humphries, Director of The DIFF join Brendan to talk about the big movie releases of the week and the best shows to catch on TV.By RTÉ Radio 1

Joining Brendan to discuss the Sunday papers this week are; Suzanne Lynch, Associate Editor, Politico Europe; Louise Burne, Political Correspondent, The Irish Mirror; Dan O'Brien, Chief economist, Institute of International and European Affairs and Aidan Regan, Associate Professor at the School of Politics and International Relations UCD.…

The people’s poet Rita Ann Higgins reflects on her life so far, her marriage to Christy for over 50 years, and her complicated relationship with her father.By RTÉ Radio 1

Novice proof DIY. DIY instructor Elaine McFerran gave Brendan the lowdown on the five jobs around the house you definitely can do yourself!By RTÉ Radio 1

Registered Dietician Sarah Keogh on what repeated crash diets do to our bodies and how to break the cycle.By RTÉ Radio 1

TV Chef, Anna Haugh talks to Brendan about how to get creative when cooking with mince beyond spag bol!By RTÉ Radio 1

Breast cancer survivor Anne Gildea spoke to Brendan about the video Kate Middleton, Britain’s princess of Wales posted to Instagram this week, where she gave an update on her cancer experience. The video has prompted both praise and criticism from cancer survivors.By RTÉ Radio 1

Hugely successful actor, writer and musician Tim Minchin joined Brendan to give him some life advice, including the nuggets of wisdom that we don’t all have to have a dream and that we shouldn’t be seeking happiness!By RTÉ Radio 1

Eamon Ryan, Minister for Environment, Climate, Communications and Transport spoke movingly to Brendan about parenting his 23-year-old son Tommy, who has an intellectual disability and a rare form of autism. Eamon spoke to Brendan about his hopes and worries for his son’s future, as he will never be able to live independently.…

Scott Chaplain joins Brendan to discuss the true story of Peter Pan, tattoos, and what happened to their podcast “Garbage Days.” WATCH BRENDAN'S NEW SPECIAL "THIN LIPS" HERE! Who do you want to see on the show next? Got topic ideas? Email us at sagdaddydapod@gmail.com. FOLLOW SCOTT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scott_chaplain X: https://x.c…

The latest Joker movie, starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga, is set for release next month. But why has the menacing character of The Joker so compelling? And what parts of the human psyche does he tap into? Harvey O’Brien, Head of Film at the UCD School of English, Drama and Film joined Brendan to answer some of those questions.…

Sarina Bellissimo, Broadcaster and entertainment journalist and Dave O’Callaghan, host of podcast ‘Here and Back Again’ join Brendan to chat about the latest releases on the big and small screen.By RTÉ Radio 1

Today's panel includes; Fergus Finlay, Columnist with the Irish Examiner; Alice Leahy, Homelessness Campaigner; Donnacha Ó Beacháin, Professor of Politics DCU; Brenda Power Columnist with The Sunday Times and The Irish Daily Mail and by phone, Dr. Margaret Kennedy, long-term campaigner for victims of clerical abuse and the rights of disabled people…

Back in July [2024], actor and writer Robert Sheehan joined Brendan to talk us through his favourite music, but that conversation touched on his introduction to meditation and the effect it had on his life. He’s just published a book Playing Dead, on this theme and he chatted about it with Brendan this morning.…

The sedate world of world chess was rocked two years ago by an extraordinary row between then world number one, Magnus Carlsen, and a young US challenger, Hans Niemann. Last night the pair faced-off in what was billed as the chess grudge match of the century. Brendan was joined by international master of chess, Mark Quinn.…

Why do we feel jealousy? What is envy? Psychotherapist Richard Hogan explains how jealousy can distract us from enriching our own lives. And he tells Brendan how we can challenge our internal monologue to avoid a shame spiral.By RTÉ Radio 1

Ireland take on England in the Nations League this evening. Both teams have a new manager: for England, it’s former Ireland international, Lee Carsley. But this morning, some of the UK press are rounding on Carsley after he said he won’t sing their anthem at today’s match. Brendan spoke to Cat Soave, Premier League reporter with Sky News.…

The summer winds have brought us a glut of cooking apples. So, what to do with your haul? Ann Marie Dunne, lecturer in baking and pastry at TU Dublin, shares her wholesome recipes for puddings and pastries.By RTÉ Radio 1

Economist David McWilliams talks about his new book Money: A Story of Humanity and how Ireland can solve its housing crisis by learning from other countries.By RTÉ Radio 1

Catholic priest and sexual abuse survivor Fr Brian D'Arcy reflects on yet more heartbreaking revelations stemming from a new report into sexual abuse in religious-run schoolsBy RTÉ Radio 1

Dan Soder joins Brendan to discuss late night eating, getting stuffed on a breakup, and rebranding mascots. WATCH BRENDAN'S NEW SPECIAL "THIN LIPS" HERE! Who do you want to see on the show next? Got topic ideas? Email us at sagdaddydapod@gmail.com. FOLLOW DAN: Latest Special: https://youtu.be/1Lik3hSyhrY?si=32gP9zjqgLUH6zq1 Website: https://www.dan…

Comedian Emma Doran has written a book Mad Isn’t It? Which is her personal story about navigating the tricky terrain of teen life, becoming a mother when she was just 18 years old and those moments when things finally click into place.By RTÉ Radio 1

RTÉ Guide Movie Editor, Michael Doherty and writer Amy O’Connor join Brendan to chat about the latest releases on the big and small screen.By RTÉ Radio 1

With a new Happy Gilmore sequel on the way and a Netflix stand up special that is earning rave reviews, Adam Sandler is the clown prince of Hollywood as well as the darling of indie cinema. But what is the enduring appeal of this supposed everyman actor? Host of the No Encore podcast Dave Hanratty breaks down the mystique of the Sandman…

Joining Brendan to discuss the Sunday papers this week are; Pat Leahy, Political Editor, Irish Times, Aisling Meehan, Agricultural Solicitor, Graham Finlay, Lecturer, School of Politics and International Relations UCD and Susanne Rogers, Research and Policy Analyst for Social Justice IrelandBy RTÉ Radio 1

Are you stuck in a big shop rut? Catriona Redmond is food & cost of living writer for The Irish Examiner, and she gave Brendan some tips for a shaking-up the weekly big shop.By RTÉ Radio 1