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A new study has used ancient archeological evidence to trace the origins of the cold sore. Dr. Meriam Guellil, from Tartu University’s Institute of Genomics, joined Sean to discuss effect the evolution of kissing have on the virus.

The controversy continues over Sabina Higgins’ letter on the Russian-Ukrainian war. Dr. Laura Cahillane , Senior Lecturer in law at the University of Limerick joined Sean to discuss if this signals the President is looking to evolve his role and be more politically active.

The space jacket worn by Buzz Aldrin during the first successful landing on the Moon has been sold at auction in New York for 2.8 million dollars. Dan Kendall, Curator at the National Space Centre in Leicester in the UK joined Tom to discuss what goes into making a space suit and how they have evolved over time.

Sean was joined by Stella O’Malley, Psychotherapist, Ted Talk Speaker and Author, to discuss the stigma around having sex in a later stage of life.

For many, screening for cancer is daunting and the fear of the unknown means many don’t come forward. But screening is so important and as we’ll see, it’s nothing to be feared. Dr Alan Smith, Specialist in Public Health Medicine at the National Screening Service, joined Sean with all you need to know on how to screen for bowl cancer.

Each week we’re going to bring you some suggestions for your summer reading, taking a different category each time. This week Bob Johnstone of The Gutter Bookshop, joined Sean with his recommendations for science and nature reads. He recommend The Dawn of Everything : A New History of Humanity by David Graeber & David Wengrow, Wilding by Isabella Tree, The Order of Time by Carlo Rovelli, Unwell Wo...

One of the toughest aspects of chemotherapy is the hair loss that it can result in. Aaron Hannon, Co-Founder and CEO of Luminate Medical, based in Galway has secured millions in funding for a novel device that has been designed to prevent hair loss during this treatment.

Sean was joined by Zoe Holohan, to discuss the process of writing her book “As the Smoke Clears: The inspirational true story of surviving Greece’s deadly wildfires, overcoming devastating loss, and discovering a path to hope and renewal.”

Over 150 years ago, the first successful transatlantic telegraph cable was laid between Valentia Island in Ireland and Newfoundland, Canada, thereby reducing the time to communicate between the Old and New Worlds from weeks to minutes. Leonard Hobbs, Chairperson of Valentia Transatlantic Cable Foundation joined Sean to discuss how they reached a milestone moment with their bid for UNESCO status.

Johnny Fallon, Strategy Director at Carr Communications, joined Sean to recap the stories making the headlines this past week.

For some people, breaking one world record is impressive, but breaking over 200 world records might seem quite impossible. But Idaho man David Rush has made it possible, and actively holds 130 world records. Just this week, he broke the record for the furthest distance to throw and catch a hot dog in a bun. And better still, he’s breaking all of these records to promote STEM education. David joine...

The oldest medieval shipwreck in British waters, dating to the 13th century and made out of Irish oak, has now been given the highest level of protection by the UK government. However, it is perhaps the cargo that this ship was carrying that is the most interesting part of the story. Stefanie Preissner was joined on the show by Paul Jeffrey, Historic England’s National Listing Manager.

When it comes to having an opinion on the ‘best’ Irishman to ever exist, my next guest’s choice will likely surprise you. In fact, you may never even have heard of the man. Author Peter Phillips says the legacy of Richard Martin, who curated the world’s first piece of animal legislation in the world back in 1822 exceeds anyone else’s legacy. Peter has even written a biography on Richard, also know...

A professor of Experimental Psychology at Oxford University is ruffling the feathers of those who are sticklers for table manners by claiming that the best way to eat food is actually with your mouth open, not closed. So, have we been doing it wrong all along or is this just a completely revolting idea? Stefanie Preissner was joined on the show by Tom Doorly, Food & Wine critic with the Irish Dail...

Several polls now indicate that Putin has the overwhelming support of the Russian people for his campaign in Ukraine. Data also reveals that his personal popularity has grown since the war began. Noah Buckley, Assistant professor of political science at Trinity College, joined Sean to discuss why Putins war is so popular with the people of Russia.

Kate Tym used to work as a wedding celebrant before moving into the area of funerals instead. She joined Sean to explain how she now co-runs a group called the UK Coffin Club, empowering members to create their own coffins.

In Cork, the Fermoy Municipal District is allowing green spaces in council estates to be removed to make room for more parking spaces for residents. Fermoy Councillor Kay Dawson, joined Sean to discuss how the shortage of spaces is being blamed on the fact adult children can’t afford to move out due to the price of housing.

It’s an unusual thing to happen in July, but this Sunday, Croke Park will host its second All Ireland final in a week. More than 80 thousand people, mostly from Kerry and Galway, will make their way into the stands to watch either team lift the Sam Maguire Cup. Peter McKenna stadium director for Croke Park, joined Sean to discuss what preparation goes into making sure the stadium is ready for such...

Each week we’re going to bring you some suggestions for your summer reading, taking a different category each time. This week Bob Johnstone of The Gutter Bookshop, joined Sean with his recommendations for crime and thriller reads. He recommended Bullet Train by Kotaro Isaka,The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley,Geiger by Gustaf Skordeman,Hawk Mountain by Conner Habib,An Unsuitable Job for a Woman by P...

Timmy O’Driscoll was on Owenahincha beach enjoying the heatwave with his two young children and his partner Jenna, when he noticed a young boy getting into difficulty in the water. He joined Sean to share his incredible story of diving into the water fully clothed to save the child.

Each week will take a topic and deep dive into it, doing all the research so you don’t have to. This week Gerry Appleby From Appleby jewellers, off Grafton Street, joined Sean with all you need to know how to buy an engagement ring.

With so many seagulls living in the capital they have made it hard to enjoy food outdoors in the summer. Newstalk reporter Simon Tierney has been researching ways to keep them away from and joined Sean to discuss how certain music could the answer to stopping seagulls stealing your snacks.

The National Council for the Blind of Ireland is now using pioneering technology to allow its service users to access information, newspapers, books and more. Kyran O’Mahoney, Chief Technology Officer with the NCBI, joined Sean to discuss how technology can assist those with sight loss.

They are America’s oldest Irish Catholic Fraternal Organisation, set up for Catholic immigrants in 1836 in New York and Pennsylvania. Today, they have over 46,000 members with groups across the world. Last week they held a vote at their convention proposing allowing women to join the order, but members voted against it. President of The Ancient Order of Hibernians Danny J 0’Connell joined Sean to...

We all know bees are good for crops and biodiversity, but proof is emerging that they are also clever, sentient and unique beings who yield basic emotions and intelligence. Lars Chittka has been studying bees for 30 years, he joined Sean to discuss how he has documented his discoveries in his new book “The Mind of a Bee”.