The new programme for government analysed, why women might have ruled in the Iron Ages and hopes for a lasting ceasefire in Gaza – all on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.

This week on Playback. The cold snap, the deep freeze – how did you fare? Big tech gets a ticket on the Trump train and the quiet joy of being average. All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.

This week on Playback. The year ahead and those pesky resolutions. The Boston Irish and gang warfare. And 'No Spend Days' – should you? Could you? All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.

The very best bits of the radio year for 2024 - all in this special Playback presented and produced by Sinéad Mooney.

The Daíl returns, but there isn't much festive cheer. Planes, trains and ferries home for Christmas. And the science behind Santa. Presented by Una Kelly.

This week on Playback. Tommy Tiernan on the pleasures of driving the backroads. Sarah steers the trolley for the Christmas food shop. And the trials of being a December baby. All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.

This week on Playback. The election is over – now it's all about parity of esteem. Meanwhile, Joe goes sulky racing and Cormac tortures the neighbours. All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.

A listen back to some of the sounds of Election 2024 coverage on RTÉ Radio 1. Compiled by Sinéad Mooney.

This week on Playback. Germany - the home of cutting edge tech? Not so much. Homework and some harsh economic truths. And one liners from Gore Vidal. All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.

This week on Playback. Trump’s cabinet nominees raise eyebrows. Small enough to fit my dog - Liveline callers go online shopping. And look up to see the wonder of starling murmurations. All on Playback presented by Sinéad Mooney.