The Thursday Interview on The Hard Shoulder

Journalist and activist Eamonn McCann joined Kieran for The Thursday Interview, as he talked about his recent health issues, his activism, and why he has so much hope for the future.

Artist and painter Robert Ballagh was Kieran's guest on The Thursday Interview this week, where he talked about the influence of his father, his habit of getting into trouble, and his advocacy for the Jack and Jill Foundation.

Managing Director of Off The Ball Ger Gilroy, on the week of Newstalk's 20th anniversary, joins Kieran to talk about being with the station from the very beginning.

Hollywood actor and director Richard Schiff joined Kieran for The Thursday Interview, where he talked about recovering from Covid twice, the culture wars and paid tribute to Bruce Willis following his retirement.

As '65 Roses Day' approaches Kieran was joined on The Thursday Interview on The Hard Shoulder by 1992 Olympic boxing champion Michael Carruth.

"Brain Hacker" Keith Barry joins Kieran Cuddihy for this week's edition of The Thursday Interview

Writer, consultant and former adviser to Tony Blair Alastair Campbell joined Kieran for The Thursday Interview, as they talked mainly about the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Dr Niamh Shaw joined Kieran on The Thursday Interview to talk about her continued passion for space, and why it is still her dream to ultimately make it to outer space.

Counsellor and former Armagh footballer Oisin McConville was Kieran's guest on this week's edition of The Thursday Interview. What was it really like growing up beside an army barracks during The Troubles, and what effect did it have on a generation?

Former Ireland international, and Ireland AM anchor Tommy Bowe joined Kieran for The Thursday Interview, where he shared his views on his career, life up North and what he's learning in the world of broadcasting.

Lecturer in Contemporary Islam Amanullah de Sondy joined Kieran to talk about his life and career - including the influence of his Pakistani roots, his mother's Scottish accent, and why he's hopeful for Ireland's future.

CEO of 'Sculpted by Aimee' Aimee Connolly joined Kieran on The Thursday Interview to talk about her life, career, and why she finds it completely 'bonkers' that she's now a judge on the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Panel for 2022.

Journalist and former Conservative MP Matthew Parris joined Kieran on The Thursday Interview to talk about his early life in South Africa, his work as a Conservative MP, his views on gender and sexuality debate, and why Animal Farm gave him a nudge towards Conservatism.

Iconic broadcaster Mary Kennedy joined Kieran on this week's Thursday Interview to discuss her life in Clondalkin, the impact of her parents on her life, and whether she ever considered simply staying a teacher.

Blindboy Boatclub joined Kieran on this week's Thursday Interview to talk about his reasons for remaining anonymous, his life in Limerick and his hopes for the future.

Nigel Owens spoke to Kieran straight from his farm in West Wales, as he joined The Hard Shoulder for this week's Thursday Interview.

Fashion designer Paul Costelloe was Kieran's guest this week on The Thursday Interview, as he spoke about his life in fashion.

From her childhood in South Chicago, to her emigration to Scotland, to her chats with Prince Charles - Bonnie Greer had plenty to share with Kieran on The Thursday Interview this week.

Irish-Syrian journalist Razan Ibraheem joined Kieran for the Thursday Interview, where she talked about her life in Syria as a child, her journey to Ireland, and how it's shaped her.

Senator Michael McDowell talked to Kieran about his life in politics, his hopes for the future and his analysis of the present political landscape on The Thursday Interview.

Entrepreneur, broadcaster and fashion designer Sonya Lennon was Kieran's guest for The Thursday Interview.

Independent TD for Kerry Michael Healy Rae joined Kieran in the Europe Hotel in Killarney for a very special Thursday Interview.

Baz Ashmawy joined Kieran for The Thursday Interview where he talked about his upbringing in Dublin, his father, his Mammy, as well as his hopes for the future.

Prolific author Eoin Colfer joined Kieran on The Thursday Interview to talk about his life in literature.

Former Ryder Cup vice captain, and veteran of two Ryder Cups as a player, Des Smyth joined Kieran to talk about his Ryder Cup experiences, predictions for the 2020 competition, and why golf is so different now to how it used to be.