Newstalk Breakfast Weekends

Soon enough everyone will be eligible to register for their vaccine for free here in Ireland; it’s a key part of our recovery as we emerge from the worst of the pandemic, but this isn’t the case the world over. Some countries are still battling overwhelming numbers of Covid cases with health systems struggling, mostly staffed by unvaccinated health care workers with vaccine distribution is still w...

Actors are often unfairly critiqued on their appearance due to being public eye, none more so than Coronation Street Actor Colson Smith, Colson joined Seán on the show this morning. His character in Coronation Street was set to undergo a transformation because he was ‘’Bored of Being The Fat Kid'’. This was what prompted Colson to make the documentary on YouTube ''Bored of Being The Fat Kid''. Col...

Seán was joined by Chairperson of the Citizen's Assembly Dr Catherine Day. The Citizen's Assembly released their Report on Gender Equality this week. One of the recommendations of the report was to aim to reduce the gender pay gap in increments by 2035. Publicly funded childcare and the gender imbalance in politics in Ireland were some of the issues discussed. Listen and subscribe to Newstalk Brea...

Chief Economist at Davy Conall Mac Coille joined Seán on Newstalk Breakfast Weekends to discuss the Global Corporate Tax agreed at the G7 Summit yesterday. Finance ministers from wealthy G7 nations have pledged to commit to a global minimum corporate tax of at least 15%, rallying behind a US-backed plan. The Economist said that Ireland will remain an attractive destination for foreign investment....

Finance ministers from wealthy G7 nations have pledged to commit to a global minimum corporate tax of at least 15%, rallying behind a US-backed plan. Seán Defoe was joined by Chief Economist at Davy Conall Mac Coille to discuss the topic. The economist says that Ireland has plenty to offer to foreign investment. An educated workforce and being part of the European single market are amongst the rea...

“Mother and Baby Homes Commissioners must show respect and compassion for survivors and come before Oireachtas Committee” - That’s according to Kathleen Funchion Sinn Fein TD for Carlow and Chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Children. Kathleen joined Sean Defoe to discuss having the opportunity to address the issues and questions that survivors of Mother & Baby homes still have. Listen and s...

There was a night of unrest after crowds gathered in Dublin city centre at the beginning of the June Bank Holiday. Seán Defoe speaks with Independent Councillor Mannix Flynn and Independent Security and Defence Analyst Declan Power on their reaction to the scenes witnessed. With reports of missiles being thrown at Gardaí and batton charges, Seán asks was the public order response necessary. Listen...

International travel looks set to return on July 19th. And the adoption of the European Union's Digital Green Certificate will be a key feature of the resumption. But, there are fears it could create delays of up to 10 hours! Eoghan Corry, Editor of Air and Travel Magazine told us what to expect. Newstalk Breakfast with Susan Keogh Listen and subscribe to Newstalk Breakfast with Susan Keogh on App...

We've all gotten used to the 'new normal' over the past year in lockdown. But, now that restrictions are being lifted, many are feeling anxious at the thought of a busy social calendar. So, Helen Vaughan, psychotherapist & owner of Maynooth Counselling, told us how to mind our mental health over the next few months. Newstalk Breakfast with Susan Keogh Listen and subscribe to Newstalk Breakfast...

This week, the Government announced their plans for the next stage of reopening. But, with a slow vaccine rollout, and variants of concern, is there a risk of a 4th wave? Kingston Mills, Professor of Experimental Immunology, School of Biochemistry and Immunology, in Trinity College Dublin explained the risks... And, Susan asked Enda Brady, Sky News Correspondent if the UK is still on track for the...

This summer we’ll see a number of large scale events take place - pilot mass gatherings including concerts and matches in June and July - which we’re to get more detail on in the coming days. To get a reaction to the roadmap for live music venues Susan was joined by Christina Quill, Independent Music Promoter for venues including Dublin’s Sin É & the upcoming Carlow Arts Festival.  'The Show M...

With the announcement from government that restrictions will begin to ease off in the coming weeks, there appears to finaly be light at the end of the tunnel. Professor Cliona O’Farrelly; Professor of Comparative Immunology at Trinity College Dublin joined Susan to discuss the vaccine rollout, supply issues, and to get her reaction to the positive news from the government yesterday. Listen and sub...

There was plenty of movement this week around plans to reopen certain sectors in the coming weeks and one area that has surely been on many a cinephile's mind would be when Cinemas will open up again. Thankfully we got some clarity on that this week as well as lots of other TV and film news. Screentime’s John Fardy joined Susan to discuss. Listen and subscribe to Newstalk Breakfast with Susan Keog...

With restrictions easing, the return to the office is beginning to look more and more likely. But, do employees want to go back? Can employers force them? And how can you make working from home work for you? We spoke to Lynda Barry, Career Coach at Lynda Barry Consulting, and Joanne Redmond, head of Employment Law at Ibec to find out. Newstalk Breakfast with Susan Keogh Listen and subscribe to New...

Everyone is eagerly awaiting the Governments announcement with more detail about how our Summer will look. Is there going to be any indoor dining? A time limit at a table? And what's happening with the €9 meal? Claire Nash, owner of Nash 19 restaurant in Cork and Director of the Cork Business Association, and Dermot McDonnell Owner of the Cross Guns Gastro Pub in Castletown Kilpatrick in Navan, to...

Hackers have warned that they will dump confidential patient information from the HSE hack tomorrow. But, what would it really mean if your data was put on the dark web? Adrian Weckler, technology editor with the Irish Independent joined Susan to explain. Newstalk Breakfast with Susan Keogh Listen and subscribe to Newstalk Breakfast with Susan Keogh on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify....

Dr Tony Holohan has expressed "genuine concern" regarding a new variant of Covid-19, known as B.1617.2 and its transmissibility within the population. To discuss how the new variant has impacted the situation in the UK, Susan was joined by Zubaida Haque, member of the UK’s Independent Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies, better known as Independent Sage. Listen and subscribe to Newstalk Brea...

Due to the pandemic, over the last year production and developmentof new television and film has grinded to a halt. But with things opening up again it looks as though productions will be up and running with plenty of announcemtns on both fronts. Screentime’s John Fardy joined Susan to go through the latest film & television news . Listen and subscribe to Newstalk Breakfast with Susan Keogh on...

The United Nations security council is to meet today to discuss ongoing violence between Israel and Palestine. We wanted to get the latest update ahead of the meeting. So, we spoke to Bel Trew, Middle East Correspondent with The Independent. Newstalk Breakfast with Susan Keogh Listen and subscribe to Newstalk Breakfast with Susan Keogh on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.      Download,...

Since it ended back in 2004, fans have been awaiting a Friends reunion. Now, one has been announced for May 27th. To make sure we remember all the best moments from the iconic sitcom, Screentime's John Fardy took us through his favourite episodes. Newstalk Breakfast with Susan Keogh Listen and subscribe to Newstalk Breakfast with Susan Keogh on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.      Dow...

Thousands of patients could have their appointments cancelled as a result of a ransomware attack on the HSE's IT systems. Dr. Denis McCauley, Chair of the IMO GP Committee and a Donegal GP, told us how it will impact routine diagnostic tests, as well as Covid-19 testing and vaccinations. We also heard from Dr. Angie Brown, Medical Director with the Irish Heart Foundation and Consultant cardiologis...

Micheal Martin has said no ransom will be paid to the people responsible for the cyber attack which has affected the Irish health system. But who is behind this attack, how challenging will it be to resolve the issue, and how long might it be before health services get back to normal? Ronan Murphy, founder and CEO of Smarttech247 joined Susan to discuss. Listen and subscribe to Newstalk Breakfast...

As is often the case with hotly anticipated season finales, the ending of Line of Duty last weekend left many unsatisfied. And it's not the first show to do so. But, what are some of the best, and worst season finales? Host of Screentime, John Fardy, gave us his list. Newstalk Breakfast with Susan Keogh Listen and subscribe to Newstalk Breakfast with Susan Keogh on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts...

Ahead of tomorrow's easing of restrictions we wanted to hear from businesses. So, Susan spoke to Sarah Kenny of Kenny's Bookshop in Galway, as well as Dr. Patrick Greene, CEO and Museum Director of ‘Epic -  The Irish Emmigraton Museum’. And of course, the much missed hairdressers are back tomorrow too. Dylan Bradshaw, Owner and Creative Director of Dylan Bradshaw Salons, told Susan about how he ha...

The mass purchase of housing units by investment funds has caused outrage in recent weeks. It's now been revealed that they have not only outbid first time buyers, but also housing bodies. Killian Woods, senior business reporter with the Business Post, told us what he has found out. Newstalk Breakfast with Susan Keogh Listen and subscribe to Newstalk Breakfast with Susan Keogh on Apple Podcasts, G...