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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and if you’re still looking for love - or have a single mate who definitely is dating – there's an app on the market and it’s shaking things up.      Katch is a personality-first dating platform, and their latest offering, “Buy a Date for a Mate,” lets you gift a fully arranged date to a single friend. DO you fancy leaving your da...

Today on the Business Spotlight, we’re talking about entrepreneurship, opportunity, and rethinking the idea that there’s only one ‘right’ path in life.     Our guest is Josh Ajayi from County Cavan, he’s founder of the Irish Young Entrepreneur Roadshow and owner of - an initiative focused on showing young people across Ireland that even when things don’t go to plan, there are s...

He’s a Claremorris native, a world-record holder, and he’s walked nearly 6,000 kilometres across Europe - completely barefoot.     Eamonn Keaveney set off from Istanbul last March and along the way broke the Guinness World Record for the longest barefoot walk, all while raising money and awareness for Friends of the Earth and Jigsaw.     He’s now b...

Alright, it’s time for Between the Sheets - where we talk dating, sex, and the stuff everyone’s thinking but no one’s saying out loud.   Valentines Day is looming but Dating apps have us ghosted, bored, and still single… so what if the problem isn’t us, it’s the apps?   Joining us now is Samantha Keating, co-founder of Your Friend My Friend, the people behind singles parti...

Valerie is new to this show, and producer Leah decided that with new jobs, comes new challenges... She confronts her fears head-on during a wild challenge day! From taking a chilly dip in Salthill to experiencing a dizzying zipline adventure, she dives into uncomfortable territory and gets real about the journeys we all face. She also had to stand on Shop Street with a sign saying 'I'm having a ba...

Valerie is joined by personal development coach Eoin Maginn, who challenges her to step out of her comfort zone in a truly unique way. Together, they dive into the awkward yet empowering experience of hugging strangers on the streets of Galway, exploring how such moments can break the cycle of fear that holds us back in various aspects of life. Owen shares insights on why pushing boundaries is cru...

Just over a year ago, Irish twins Brodie and Mirren McFeely launched a passion project from scratch. Fast-forward to now, and their brand Cúpla Designs has dressed CMAT in that now-iconic, custom-made Daniel O’Donnell dress, sold out multiple drops, and built a huge following - all while the pair are still working full-time jobs.   Cúpla Designs is rooted in Donegal pride, playful I...

Live their lifelong dream of being singers and demon hunters – maybe they'd be  What happens when a lifelong dream suddenly feels out of reach - not because you didn’t want it badly enough, but because life got in the way?   We received a message from a Leaving Cert student who’s always dreamed of becoming a vet. Now, as they’re filling out their CAO, they’re facing the reality...

Today on iRadio's Groupchat Business Spotlight, we’re excited to highlight a young entrepreneur who is turning purpose into passion. Joining us is Anna O Sullivan one of the co-owners of Nibbed Cacao – a female founded brand rooted in wellness, intention, and the powerful benefits of cacao. We’re excited to talk about her journey, the inspiration behind Nibbed Cacao, and the rising popularity of c...

Valerie is joined by counsellor and psychotherapist Chloe Callanan from Are you well therapy, whose honest TikTok's about moving home after living in Australia have struck a nerve with young people across Ireland.  Her experience has sparked huge conversations around emigration, housing, shame, and whether Ireland is actually set up for single young adults to build a life.  

We’re opening up a conversation about road safety, accountability, and the long-term impact of a single decision.  Gavin Meenan, who was just 18 when he was involved in a fatal road traffic collision - an experience that changed his life forever.   In the years that followed, Gavin struggled deeply, but today he uses his story to help others as a men’s mentor and coach. He joins us...

With students heading back to college after the holidays, many are trying to get back into routine while balancing studies, social life, and tight budgets. Today Valerie is joined by Clodagh Lynch, a student dietitian currently completing her Master’s in Dietetics after a Bachelor’s in Nutrition. Clodagh shares realistic, no-pressure nutrition advice on social media, and she’s here to chat about e...

A lot of listeners are either thinking about moving abroad, have already done it, or are watching others do it online - and one person giving a real insight into life overseas is Sinéad McCann.    She’s a teacher from Ireland now living in Dubai, and she’s built a following on TikTok by sharing what life is actually like there - from work and day-to-day living to the Irish comm...

On iRadio’s Groupchat today, we’re digging into a debate that’s been lighting up social media – of course, it’s housing related. Ray Cooke, who’s CEO of Ray Cooke Auctioneers LTD has said that rising rents and house prices aren’t the only reason 18 to 34 year olds are stuck living with their parents. He argues that longer years in college, low-paying career choices, extended travel and lifestyle d...

Today on iRadios Groupchat, we’re joined by Tahlya Kelly from Tipperary, who has bravely shared her experience of childhood sexual abuse on TikTok. Tahlya, with the support of services like Barnardos, Jigsaw, Pieta, the Rape Crisis Centre, and An Garda Síochána, is now using her voice to let other survivors know they are not alone, and that help is available.   She joins u...

Recently, there’s been one show everyone seems to be talking about. It’s been all over our social media feeds, sparking conversations far beyond television. I’m talking about Heated Rivalry. The show explores the journey of gay athletes in a highly competitive sporting environment, highlighting struggles such as internalised homophobia, identity, and the pressure of being openly gay in p...

Today on iRadios Groupchat Business Spotlight, we’re joined by Kevin Moore, co-founder of Atlantik Body Care a Kerry-based brand redefining how we think about skincare.    Rooted in Ballybunion and Listowel, Atlantik was born from research showing most people choose skincare for price and convenience, not skin health.    Kevin joins Valerie to share the...

There’s been a lot of debate recently around the Government’s proposed nationwide ban on sunbeds in Ireland. Public health officials, including the Minister of State for Public Health and the Chief Medical Officer, say no level of sunbed use is safe and that a ban is necessary to reduce skin cancer rates.    But those working within the industry strongly disagree. The Sunbed Associa...

Today is Blue Monday - a day that’s often labelled as the toughest day of the year for our mental health. Whether you’re feeling it or not, it’s a good reminder to check in with ourselves and with each other.    Today on iRadio’s Groupchat, we’re joined by someone who’s turned an extreme physical challenge into a powerful conversation around mental wellbeing. Basil Mac Leo...

Tonight, we’re diving into a topic that’s everywhere right now - attachment styles You’ve probably seen the terms anxious, avoidant or secure all over social media, especially when it comes to dating and breakups. But beyond the buzzwords, what do they actually mean, and how much do they really shape the way we love, connect and cope with heartbreak?     To help us unpack all o...

Next up in our Trade Secrets segment, we’re shining a light on a career that so many of us think we understand - but very few see behind the scenes of.     Primary school teaching is often described as rewarding, challenging, exhausting and life-shaping, all at the same time. With more people questioning their career paths - from school-leavers to career-changers - we wanted to...

Botox and cosmetic injectables were once seen as something people turned to later in life, but that’s changing fast.   More and more people in their 20s are now booking treatments - often influenced by social media, preventative beauty trends, and discounted deals advertised online.    At the same time, there are growing concerns about safety, particularly when treatments...

A young man from Belfast is challenging the way young people socialise - by taking alcohol out of the equation.     After trying a sober challenge himself, personal trainer and psychology graduate Eamon Swail spotted a gap: plenty of people wanted to meet new friends and connect, without the pressure to drink.     What started as a simple Instagram...

Today on our Business Spotlight, we’re shining a light on an Irish start-up that’s been two years in the making. Rogue & Clover is a brand new ladies clothing business founded by Lauren Brazill from Limerick, focusing on cosy, elevated basics designed for everyday wear.     Lauren has spent the past two years building the brand from the ground up from the first idea ri...

January can be a tough month when it comes to food and nutrition - there’s a lot of pressure to start fresh, try new diets, and do everything perfectly from day one. To help cut through the noise, Valerie is joined by Davey Nutrition, who’s here to chat about simple, realistic nutrition improvements and how to avoid feeling overwhelmed by all the New Year New Me advice …