Brendan O'Connor Podcast
1) The Newspaper Panel
Joining Dearbhail McDonald to discuss the stories in this Sunday's newspapers are: Prof. Niamh Hourigan, Sociologist and Vice-President of Academic Affairs at Mary Immaculate College, Limerick; Harry ...Show More
2) “My prawn cocktail involves ketchup and whiskey” - Rick Stein
Acclaimed chef and broadcaster Rick Stein joined Brendan to discuss all manner of Christmas cooking concerns, including how to keep turkey moist, why choosing the right starter is key for a successful...Show More
3) The Newspaper Panel
Joining Brendan to discuss the stories in this Sunday's newspapers are; Professor of Politics at DCU, Gary Murphy; Barrister and former Fianna Fail Minister, Mary Hanafin; Political Correspondent at t...Show More
4) The Watchlist
Michael Doherty, Entertainment Editor at the RTE Guide and arts journalist Zara Hedderman pick out their highlights from a bumper week of Christmas TV specials and major movies. Spanning the big and s...Show More
5) The Christmas Hacks you need
Christmas Hacks expert Denise O'Donoghue talks us through some top tips this festive season, on packing the car, making the most of 'the big shop', and keeping your turkey moist
6) "I'm going to travel through my life and have very significant moments with Paul" Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley
Actors Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley talks to Brendan about their raw and emotional performances in 'Hamnet' - which have received glowing reviews, multiple Golden Globe nominations, and sparked hope...Show More
7) "If Jesus turned up at most Christmas parties, he'd be an intruder" - Fr. Iggy O'Donovan
Father Iggy O'Donovan talks to Brendan about the meaning of Christmas, and how we understand God and meaning in a world beset by war, conflict and suffering.
8) The Big Quiz of 2025
Two teams made up of Ireland's greatest minds battle it out to be crowned the champions of Brendan O'Connor's inaugural Big Quiz of the Year 2025. Pat Shortt, Emer McLysaght, Fionnuala Jones and Brian...Show More
9) The Watchlist
The Nadine O’Regan, Irish Times Arts journalist and Brian Lloyd, Freelance Entertainment journalist, cast a discerning eye over the TV shows and movies that are worth a watch this week.
10) Bondi Beach attacks update – Brianna Parkins
Irish Times columnist Brianna Parkins joined Brendan on the line from the scene at Sydney’s Bondi Beach where 12 people so far have been confirmed to have lost their lives in a terrorist shooting.