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Finbarr Murray from County Meath made headlines after tasting a jar of homemade jam from 1976 he discovered while clearing a family home near Navan. Not only did he make the discovery, he tasted it too, and said it was still “perfect”! He joins Fionnuala Jones, as well as Dr. Primrose Freestone, Associate Professor in Clinical Microbiology at the University of Leicester to discuss.

Spring is in the air, and we’re starting to plan holidays. Whether it’s a summer trip, leisurely cruise or city break, we can all fall into the trap of overpacking - which can be pointless and a costly mistake in some cases! To give some tips and hacks to lighten your load, Fionnuala Jones is joined in studio by Michelle Jackson, author, Journalist and Broadcaster.

After the upheaval of the pandemic and the wave known as the ‘Great Resignation’, a new way of understanding why we quit is emerging. Today, we’re looking at the idea of ‘jolts’ - those sudden moments, big or small, that can push us to rethink our jobs, our priorities, and even our lives. From burnout and bad bosses to life milestones and unexpected change, research suggests many of us are just on...

For many people, exercise is a positive part of daily life - boosting mood, improving health and helping manage stress. But, what happens when that healthy habit starts to tip into something more extreme? Joining guest host Fionnuala Jones to discuss is Luke Tyburski, keynote speaker and Executive Coach…

Why do some people overthink everything, while others stay calm under pressure or jump headfirst into every new idea? A new book by Oxford academic Marius Ostrowski suggests the answer lies in how we think. He’s identified ten distinct “thinker types”, from the optimistic Happy Camper to the anxious Worrywart, arguing that most of us are a mix of two or three.  He joins Fionnuala Jones to dis...

First they wanted the vote - now they're giving the kids their surnames. What will the feminists insist on next?! Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports.

Rejection is an inevitable part of dating, but it doesn’t have to define your confidence or your future relationships. In today’s conversation, we’ll explore how to handle dating rejection in a healthy way, why it happens, how to build resilience, and what you can learn from the experience. Whether you’re getting back into dating or feeling discouraged after a setback... Joining guest host Fionnua...

Tech giant Apple will mark their 50th anniversary this Wednesday. The company went from a garage start-up to a more than $3.5 trillion powerhouse, but what impact have they had on industry in Cork? Joining guest host Fionnuala Jones to discuss is John Dolan, Journalist with the Irish Examiner and The Echo.

Do you suffer from back and neck pain after sitting at your desk all day? How you set up your workstation, whether at work or in the office, can really help reduce or remove that niggling pain. Joining guest host Fionnuala Jones to discuss is Theresa Flynn, Senior Physiotherapist in Ergonomics at St Vincent’s University Hospital, and member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists.

As grocery costs rise, switching to supermarket own-brand products offers an easy way to save without compromising on quality. With similar ingredients and taste, these simple swaps can make a noticeable difference to your weekly budget. Joining guest host Fionnuala Jones to discuss making the switch is Catriona Redmond, Consumer Columnist with the Irish Examiner.

Common wisdom dictates that abstinence ensures better quality semen for reproduction purposes. However, a new study shows how regular sex and masturbation actually help to ensure a fresh supply of top grade sperm by flushing the older cells. Joining guest host Fionnuala Jones to discuss is Rebecca Dean, a researcher in the Department of Biology at Oxford…

Dr Niall Breen from the Portmarnock GP Clinic joined Andrea Gilligan to tackle your medical queries.

Tom’s guest is a member of Gen Z, meaning she is a digital native, growing up in a world of MP3 music, streaming platforms like Netflix and smartphones. But recently, she decided to jump on the so-called ‘Analogue Challenge’, ditching all modern appliances for the glories of old-fashioned devices. Aoife Rooney is the Assistant Editor of Weekend Magazine at the Irish Independent, and joins to discu...

Many OnlyFans models, who might have hundreds of thousands of followers, outsource their private messaging obligations to teams of so-called ‘chatters’, but who are these people, and what exactly do they have to do to earn their keep? Joining guest host Tom Dunne to discuss is Freelance Journalist Lara Bowman, who has been investigating all this for the Times in the UK...

A dad in the UK has gone viral after spending over a year parking in every single space at his local Sainsbury’s, carefully tracking and rating each one. What started as a way to beat boredom has captured people’s attention online, raising questions about why we’re so fascinated by the mundane… Bored man Gareth Wild joins guest host Tom Dunne to discuss!

While most of the attention in the bald community is given to the hair transplant industry, the toupee, or ‘hair system’, is experiencing something of a moment currently. Joining Tom Dunne to discuss is a man who works in this area, Jamie Kidd, owner of JK Hair Replacement in Phibsboro…

Dogs are increasingly becoming a beloved part of weddings. Kathryn Scroope, registered Veterinary Nurse and Founder of Salty Dogs Kerry is providing a very popular dog chaperoning service for people's nuptials… What could go wrong!? Kathryn joins guest host Tom Dunne to discuss.

Red carpet season doesn’t just bring glamour; it shapes the body standards we absorb. This year, a trend towards extreme thinness has sparked concern, yet we’re also told never to comment on others’ bodies. So, has that well-meaning rule gone too far, and are we now avoiding conversations we actually need to have? Joining guest host Tom Dunne to discuss is Catherine Prasifka, Novelist and Columnis...

The Housing Minister yesterday stated that no large town in Ireland is likely to achieve city status in the near future. This has come as a great disappointment to the members of the Drogheda City Status Group, which has been campaigning on this issue for many years. Joining guest host Tom Dunne to discuss is their PRO, Anthony Murphy.

As the Leaving Cert oral exams begin this weekend, we’re going to look now at some tips and tricks not just to help your kids manage the stress involved, but also to succeed. Joining guest host Tom Dunne to discuss is Dan Sheedy, Principal of the Tuition Centre and a secondary school teacher for 25 years…

We have probably all used ‘Doctor Google’ before a visit to a GP or consultant, but patients are now frequently turning to AI to ask about symptoms and even self diagnose! Dr Omar Tujjar is Founder of international society of medical AI and Consultant in Anaesthesia, Intensive Care, and Pain Medicine at the National Orthopaedic Hospital Cappagh. He joins guest host Tom Dunne to discuss.

It's the final countdown to the must-win World Cup play-off match between Czechia and the Republic of Ireland in Prague. What is your favourite nostalgic moment supporting the boys in green? Was it Italia 90, USA 94 or more recently Troy Parrott getting a hat-trick against Hungary last November? Henry McKean is in Prague, and has been chatting to fans…

Do you keep books in your toilet? Are they randomly thrown in there, or do you carefully select what’s on display? And, should you even keep books there? Avril Allen Murphy, Interior Designer, joins Séan to discuss.

In an anonymous industrial state in Berlin, there's a clinic, but it doesn’t treat any diseases: it’s for people with a sexual fetish, who are turned on by medical environments. So, how does this clinic work in treating that? Dr Lana Van Orten, German Fetish Doctor and Dominatrix joins Seán to discuss.

Seán’s guest has lived with slightly misaligned eyes ever since she was a child, leading to many occasions where people are not quite sure who she is speaking to… But how has it affected her life more broadly? Joining to discuss is Saoirse Hanley, Journalist with the Irish Independent.