In this Back Chat One On One, I'm speaking to Waterford's John Hayes of Special Branch Carvings, a man who has really found his niche. By his own admission, John was at a bit of a loss to know what to do with his life at one stage, until discovering this talent he has. If you're not from Waterford but come here to visit, you'll be in awe at the magnificent Dragonslayer Sword, carved by John, from a single tree. With a chainsaw!

John is a great talker, articulate and passionate about his Family, his Work & his County He also gave me one of the best pieces of advice I've ever heard in this interview.

In this week's episode we're talking about the weather, how the Sun lifts us, and how we've all come through the Survival Mode of a winter seemed to go on for a long time this year!

We're also talking about food of course , and asking when did it become so important for parents to be friends with their kids, and is it always a good thing?

We also discuss the popularity of Country Music

With Jemma Kehoe, Karen Steenson & Jennifer White

This week's topics ranged from the serious subject of Bi-Polar to the ridiculous subject of Nicknames.

In between there was Eurovision - can Ireland get out of the Semi Final of Death? Weddings, - Can you ever please everyone or should you even try? OCD - Can it ever be a Good Thing! and THAT Mariah Carey ad!

With Issy Foley, Sandra Winkle & Kolyn Byrne

We're talking musicals - our favourite and those not so favourite. One of us proves she can see into the future, one of us has an idea that could see Waterford 'lead the way' but maybe it's already happening somewhere else? ... and one of us risks drawing down the ire of Darts players everywhere - and possibly Chess fans too!

With Ger O'Byrne and Seneiva Magill

On this week's episode, 4 seasoned Broadcasters gathered out in Back Chat HQ to put the world to rights. But of course it was Easter weekend, so the talk inevitably turned to chocolate *, and showed just how fussy people are about it! We're also talking holidays, Childhood and Shoes!

* The serious and topical subject of Consent was also on the agenda, and will be uploaded as a separate Back Chat BiteSize , restoring our Broadcaster Credentials!

With Zara King, Mary O Neill & Orla Rapple

This week's episode asks what kind of Ireland awaits Pope Francis and should he be coming here at all? Are we too voyeueristic when it comes to celebrities in trouble? If Facebook has too much information on us, who's fault is it?

We're also talking about the growing popularity of ASMR videos - well two of us are talking about it and the other two are looking on, horrified! Will they be converted?

With Darren Skelton, Catherine Keighery & Padraig O Griofa

This week's episode covers everything from Leo Varadkhar in the US to Comedy in the 70's. We're also talking about why everyone likes to celebrate St Patrick's Day, and asking is Waterford doing enough to capitalize on it's connection with the National Day.

People all around the Country take up the challenge of learning to dance to fundraise for good causes - and the Solas Centre Dance For Life in Waterford, has just had a very successful event, showing what can happen when people come together to help others. That's one of the topics on this week's Back Chat. We also talk about disabilities, public transport, how to make The Oscars a better show. and the event that will forever more be known in Ireland as 'The Snow'.

With Jo Cregan, Lauren Traynor & Paul Dower

There was a vaguely running theme of Passion in this week's Episode of Back Chat With Maria McCann., people who are absolutely determined to reach their goal, people determined to get the very best out of their lives, In typical Back Chat style the conversation ranges from the Winter Olympics.....to sandwiches!

With Karen Power, Orla Shanaghy & Brenda Giles.

In this week's episode, we're talking about the amount of stuff we own! Are you a Hoarder? Or if something is lying around for more then a minute are you tempted to bin it? Have you heard of 40 Days 40 Items? If you're a Hoarder, it could be the answer for you! We're also asking can you be a real Animal Lover and still eat meat? And eating food after it's use by date - who does, who absolutely would not!

With Aoibhin Fallon, Vicki Graham & Brianna Connaughton.