There’s been a couple of false dawns in terms of good weather, but there is hope that sunshine is on the way, with all of us in need of a break away. So with that in mind, to give some advice for a weekend trip at home rather than abroad was Travel Content Creator, Eadaoin Fitzmaurice. 

The US-Israeli war on Iran is creating turmoil across the Middle East and shaking up global energy markets in its third week. President Trump is also preparing to host the Taoiseach in Washington tomorrow. All to discuss with Borzou Daragahi, Middle East Journalist and Analyst, Larry Donnelly, Law lecturer from University of Galway and Columnist with The Journal. Also speaking to Jonathan was Minister Thomas Byrne.   

Jessie Buckley’s acceptance speech at the 98th Oscars, becoming the first Irish woman to win Best Actress ever. We cross live to The Dolby Theatre where Henry McKean reports on a great night for the Irish.

Welcome to The Debrief, where we take a look back on the week and also a little look ahead to the weekend. 

This week Claire was joined on the show by Columnist, Brenda Power, Political Correspondent with Virgin Media and author, Gavan Reilly, and Economist at TU Dublin, Dr Emma Howard. 

Vogue Williams spoke to Claire ahead of being the Grand Marshall of the St Patrick's Day Parade. She also talks about her podcasts, working life and Ireland as home.

Bestselling Author Claire Douglas has enjoyed huge success with her books including The Couple at No 9 and The Wrong Sister. Now she has launched her 12th thriller called The Family Friend. Claire told us all about her new book and writing method.

The 98th Oscars at the Dolby Theatre this Sunday from 11pm. Jessie Buckley could become the first Irish woman to win in the Best Actress category.  Henry McKean joined us from the West Coast Stateside.

To preview all the big sporting action this weekend Claire was joined by Eoin Sheahan, from Off The Ball and also by former Scotland and British and Irish Lyons player Craig Chalmers.

Most of us have experienced back pain at some point, and it really can be debilitating. So how can we avoid it and help ourselves when it strikes. 

With some advice and guidance Claire was joined by Chartered Physiotherapist and owner of Laura Lodge Physio Alan Moynihan.

What’s been trending online this week? To tell us all was entertainment journalist and podcaster, Dee Reddy.