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Why do we sometimes forget what we’re supposed to be doing when we enter a room? To explain the ‘doorway effect’, Seán is joined by Sabina Brennan, Psychologist and Neuroscientist.

You know what a milestone is, but what about an ‘inchstone’? People are now celebrating the smaller achievements in life, but is there a point in doing so? Or are we patting ourselves on the back before actually doing something worth the cheer? Newstalk’s Bairbre Holmes has been looking into celebrating those small things in life, and sent in this report.

A few days ago, the Irish Times reported that there is a steadily increasing number of people changing their names via deed poll. So, what does this process look like? Joining Seán to discuss is Giuseppe Santoro, Notary Public based in Dublin.

It is National Black Cat Appreciation Day! Why are some cultures superstitious around black cats, and what is the history behind it? Joining Seán to discuss is Kelly Fitzgerald, Head of the UCD School of Celtic Studies and Folklore.

There’s no rest for a bean an tí in the Gaeltacht, but what does it mean to open your home to generations of young people learning and living through the Irish language. Joining Seán to speak about her experience is bean an tí Máire Uí Choilm.

An experimental bullet train in China broke its own world record for acceleration, going from zero to 800km an hour in about five seconds, potentially paving the way for ultra-high-speed transportation. The maglev train accelerated to 800km an hour from rest in just 5.3 seconds on a 1km test-track at the Donghu Laboratory in the Hubei province. Maglev trains use magnetic force to lift the entire t...

We’re looking back on the weekend and looking forward to the week ahead through the lens of these four questions: What delighted you over the weekend? What annoyed you over the weekend? What did you learn over the weekend? What are you looking forward to this week? Joining Seán to discuss is Maia Dunphy and Donal O'Donoghue!

Compared to other countries, are Irish people lagging behind when it comes to showing affection? Do we tend to keep each other at arm’s length? Ceire Sadlier, Contributor with the Irish Times, has been writing about this and joins Seán to discuss.

Rom-coms have always made us believe in the possibility of love and, usually, a happy ending. But, what happens when filmmakers start breaking the rules with the couple not ending up together? Joining John Fardy to speak about this is Cartoonist Luke Healy.

A new survey of 2,000 adults in the UK has found that 38% of men thought that they could qualify for the Olympic Games if they received professional coaching and a strict training regime… Is this a ridiculous fantasy, or could you also compete if you put your mind to it? Enda Murphy, Psychotherapist and author joins John Fardy to discuss.

Is love really about fate and soulmates, or do we create our own “invisible string” through the choices we make? Dating and relationship expert Francis Kelleher joins John Fardy to discuss.

For the first time ever, the Comedy Area at Electric Picnic will take place each day over the festival weekend. One of the many acts who will be performing in the tent is the esteemed Comedian and actor, John Colleary. He joins guest host John Fardy to discuss!

Today is the international day of the 'ciotóg', or left-handed people, known for their creativity, problem-solving skills and unique brain connections. But could our handedness be something we learn rather than something we’re born with? A new study suggests hand dominance may develop through practice, challenging what we thought we knew about why some of us become lefties and other righties. Join...

A new community food market is opening in Kildare this month, helping individuals and families make their weekly shop go further. Supported by FoodCloud the project offers affordable groceries while giving people in need a choice and dignity. Joining John Fardy to discuss this is Matt Ryals, Feed Kildare Founder.

As the summer comes to an end, I suspect most of us have been more than delighted with the hot weather, but can bees say the same thing? Beekeepers across the country say their hives are struggling because of the drought. Joining guest host John Fardy to discuss further is Aoife Nic Giolla, Beekeeper who runs Galtee Honey Farm and Founding Member of The Native Irish Honeybee Society.

Have you ever gotten up from a chair with a groan and wondered why you feel ten years older than you should? Well, some people are opting to discover their body’s biological age, using epigenetic tests. These tests analyse an individual’s DNA to see if they are physically older or younger than their actual age. A range of them are available on the Irish market, so Newstalk Reporter Bairbre Holmes...

Are you feeling burned out at work? You probably aren't alone. A study from 2025 found that job burnout is at 66% - which is an all-time high. So how do we prevent job burnout? Joining guest host John Fardy to discuss is Alison Hodson, Country Director with CIPD.

Learning to swim is more than just a fun activity for children, it's a potentially lifesaving skill. From building water safety and confidence to supporting physical and social development, the benefits can start early. Joining John Fardy to discuss this is Jane Walker, Co-Founder at Happy Cubs.

The birth of the second ever Indian rhino born in Ireland happened on the 13th of July in Fota Wildlife Park in Cork. How did the birth go, and what do the early days of a rhino’s life look like? Joining Fionnuala Jones to discuss is Liam McConville, Senior Ranger at Fota Wildlife Park.

The benefits of ‘social’ prescribing When you visit your GP, you probably expect a prescription for medication, or perhaps a referral to a specialist. But what if you were prescribed a choir, an art class, a dance group? That’s the idea behind social prescribing and research suggests it can benefit both our mental and physical health. Joining Fionnuala Jones to talk more about this is Professor of...

A new book is looking to support rural heritage by preserving Irish rural sayings! Anne Marie McAleese, Rural Action Board Member and former BBC Radio Ulster Broadcaster joins guest host Fionnuala Jones to discuss!

Every Wednesday, Cassie Delaney will join to tell unusual stories on heinous crimes… This week, Cassie joins guest host Fionnuala Jones to discuss cases where unbelievable twists happened when they went to trial!

What is involved in a ‘silent’ retreat, and what are the benefits you can get from it? Broadcaster and Journalist Jane McNamara is back from her third silent retreat, and joins guest host Fionnuala Jones to discuss.

Men carrying handbags? Once seen as distinctly feminine, bags are now being embraced by the likes of Harry Styles, Jacob Elordi, Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland. From practical crossbody bags to designer totes, men’s fashion is changing, but is Ireland ready to leave the old rules of masculinity behind? Laura Jordan, stylist and owner of Style Savvy, joins guest host Fionnuala Jones to discuss.

Whether it’s a weekend away with your best friends, a family adventure, or a big escape, group holidays can be some of the most memorable trips we ever take, but they can also come with their fair share of planning, opinions and, occasionally, drama! Joan Scales, Travel Writer and Broadcaster, joins Fionnuala Jones to discuss.