Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Drawing on Brianna Parkins' Irish Times piece, which argues that buying more does not equate to self-improvement, Shane engages with Brianna to explore how TikTok and Instagram might be driving a quest for a better lifestyle through consumption.

The Taxis for Ireland Coalition is set to present their case to TDs and Senators today, demanding urgent government action to alleviate the shortage. Fine Gael Senator Tim Lombard, who is hosting the presentation, joins Shane to discuss the issue in depth.

Journalist Amanda Ferguson speaks to Ciara about the details of the agreement with the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) that aims to restore power-sharing. The complete text of the deal is anticipated to be unveiled later today.

Ciara Kelly, in her recent article for the Irish Independent, titled "Female Pain and Medical Symptoms Are Too Often Dismissed — This Bias Endangers the Health of Women and Girls," sheds light on a concerning issue. Joining her this morning is Lisa Tierney Keogh, an endometriosis patient and writer, to discuss the prevalence of women's pain being ignored or underestimated.

A recent study reveals the moon is gradually shrinking, resulting in an increasing number of landslides. But what does this mean for future astronauts? Leo Enright, space commentator, joins us to shed light on these findings.

Ireland's housing stock has plummeted to an unprecedented low, as reported by property advisory firm Sherry FitzGerald. Marian Finnegan, the firm's Managing Director, joins Ciara to discuss the details behind this critical issue.

After nearly two years, the DUP has reached an agreement to reinstate the power-sharing executive. Paula Bradshaw, Alliance Party MLA for South Belfast, and Conor Murphy, Sinn Féin MLA for Newry-Armagh share their perspectives on this pivotal moment.

The proposal to boost Dublin Airport's passenger cap from 32 million to 40 million is stirring debate. Dublin MEP Ciarán Cuffe labels the plan as "bald faced." He joins Ciara to share his concerns and the rationale behind his stance on this significant expansion.

Gardaí are looking into the recent unearthing of skeletal remains in East Cork. Ralph Riegel, Southern Correspondent for the Independent, joins Shane to provide the latest update.

In the wake of a government initiative to curb record-high asylum applications, Algeria and Botswana are set to join the list of 'safe countries.' This move significantly impacts the process and prospects for asylum seekers in Ireland. Lucky Khambule, Co-founder of the Movement of Asylum Seekers in Ireland, sheds light on the implications of this decision.