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- Pat McCabe “Joy is the most beautiful emotion, it can come upon you unexpectedly”‘The Butcher Boy’ author, Pat McCabe, has just been announced as the 2026 IPUT Writer-in-Residence. He talks Brendan through his early Monaghan days, his writing career and the joy of being a grandfather through the prism of five songs from Brian Coll to Skid Row to Gilbert O’Sullivan.
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33 min - Mairéad McGuinness: “It was either my health or the race”Six months after she dramatically quit the race for the Irish Presidency, former EU Commissioner and Fine Gael MEP, Mairéad McGuinness, tells Brendan about the severe post viral syndrome that forced her to withdraw. She also opens up about bereavement, menopause, and gave analysis of global political events.
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41 min - “Fakeaways don’t need to be too fancy”Chef Maggie Roche from the Little Acorn Cafe talks Brendan through making takeaway food at home. She has delicious recipes for homemade loaded fries and fish tacos.
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7 min - "30 years later, I think about him every day and I still love him"A listener writes a letter telling Brendan of a secret love affair in his 20s with another man. Despite being married now with grown up children, he says he still hopes they will meet again and wonders what "their endgame would be". He was prompted to share his story after watching the hugely popular TV show Heated Rivalry.
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6 min - Newspaper PanelJoining Brendan to talk through the Sunday Newspapers are former Fine Gael TD for Waterford, John Deasy; Political Correspondent at The Irish Examiner, Louise Burne; Professor of International Relations at UCD, Ben Tonra; Director and Co-Founder at Fenton-Fitzwilliam, Lorna Fitzpatrick; and White House Columnist with The Hill, Niall Stanage.
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57 min - Six Nations PreviewAhead of Ireland's opening Six Nations match against reigning champions France this Thursday, Brendan is joined by sports reporter Jacqui Hurley. She talks through the injury concerns, squad depth, and the relative experience of the two teams and which nation is best poised to win the overall tournament in 2026.
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7 min - The WatchlistBrendan previews the best films and TV shows coming to a screen near you, with Business Post film critic, John Maguire and freelance culture journalist, Zara Hedderman. Their choices include 'These Sacred Vows', 'The Muppet Show' and 'Is This Thing On?'
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13 min - "Watching my mother die was an arduous privilege" - 'Pretty in Pink' star Andrew McCarthy
Star of 'Weekend at Bernie's' and 'Pretty in Pink', Andrew McCarthy talks to Brendan about his career as a Brat Pack star, and TV director. He also discusses the death of his parents, meeting his Irish wife, his long relationship with Ireland, and his first theatre role in 20 years, in Arthur Miller's 'The Crucible' at The Gaiety.
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31 min - "My favourite ingredient" - Domini Kemp on Eggy breakfastsChef and restauranteur, Domini Kemp gives Brendan a tutorial on one of her favourite foods; eggs. From how to boil an egg, to a frittata that uses up whatever's in the fridge, Domini shares her go-to recipes for tasty breakfasts and brunches
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10 min - Flooding Update with Marc O'DriscollRTÉ's South East correspondent, Marc O'Driscoll joins Brendan with the latest on flooding across region. While the worst was avoided overnight, concerns remain as rivers continue to swell, with more rain forecast on Bank Holiday Monday.
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About Brendan O'Connor
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Brendan O'Connor has all you need for the weekend with time to pause and reflect on the week just gone. Featuring a selection of human interest, consumer and lifestyle stories, as well as keeping you…
up to date on the news stories that matter. Listen live Saturday and Sunday at 11am - 1pm on RTÉ Radio 1.
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