Joining us now is internationally acclaimed Irish soprano Celine Byrne, one of the leading voices in opera today. Originally from Kildare, Celine has performed on some of the world’s most prestigious stages, from the Royal Opera House in London to major venues across Europe and the United States.  

With a busy schedule ahead—including her upcoming tour and 3 albums realeased in the last year —it’s an exciting time in her career.

You can check out Irish tour dates HERE

Now its that time of the week where we sit down with someone and discuss their faith by asking them 5 simple questions. Todays Life in 5 guest is Olanike Adesemowo from Swords in Co. Dublin. Olanike loves singing, dancing, travelling and loves to read and write. She is herself an author. 

And Olanike tells us all about her upocoming event The Bold Women. Saturday May 2nd at The Carlton Hotel, Tyrellstown, D15 from 10am

We’re joined now by Rosalind Skillen to discuss an important and deeply moving initiative led by survivors of the CervicalCheck scandal.  

Members of the 221+ Patient Support Group are working to create a 16-acre public healing forest near Ennis—a space of memory, reflection, and connection for women and families affected by the screening failures that came to light in 2018.  

The project aims to honour those lost while offering a place of healing and solidarity for those impacted. 

​Each poster represents a voice.
A lived experience.
A moment of reflection shaped by real life.

​Together, these posters form a shared national conversation about mental health, wellbeing, dignity, and belonging.

ENTER HERE

Barbara Louise Brennan tells Kieran all about it

I’m joined by Oniel Dennis, founder of A Step FWD and the UK Christian Charts, who has recently been part of launching the Official UK Christian & Gospel Charts. 

 Following the Christian Music Alliance conference, this is a key moment for the UK’s Christian and gospel music scene, with new insights, collaborations, and momentum shaping the future of the industry.

Cllr Peter O’Donoghue, a representative in Cork, has been outspoken on Ireland’s energy policy, particularly around the untapped potential of the Barryroe Oil and Gas Field.

This week on The Prayer Coach, Fr Michael Hurley reflects on the journey to Emmaus—a story of confusion, presence, and recognition. As the Gospel says, “Jesus himself came near and went with them, but their eyes were kept from recognising him” (Luke 24:15–16). 

In this moment of uncertainty, Christ walks beside the disciples, just as he walks with us. Fr Michael invites us to notice how Christ may be quietly present in our own lives today. 

VOYA Organic Beauty is an Irish skincare brand from County Sligo that’s made a name for itself around the world with its seaweed-based, organic products.

Jeff Fountain writes the “weekly word” and regularly expolores how faith connects with history and whats happening in the world right now.

The Constantine Trap takes a really honest look at the relationship between Christianity and power and asks some big questions about what it means to follow Jesus in a political world.

Pete Wedderburn – known as Pete the Vet by most joined us in studio for his weekly pet slot, where he answers your questions live onair.

If you have a question for next week – email [email protected]