Richard, Gavan and Zara discuss the impact of Aer Lingus pilot's industrial action on the company and holidaymakers.

Eamon Ryan stepping down as Green Party leader has created a tight race between Roderic O'Gorman and Pippa Hackett.

And "Bí Cineálta": Norma Foley's new scheme to tackle bullying in schools.

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Richard and Zara join Gavan to discuss the ongoing counts for MEPs in the Ireland South and Midlands-Northwest constituencies.

They also analyse the results of the local elections and what they mean for the major parties.

And Gavan speaks with Will Dalton from Virgin Media Sport for his perspective on Irish athletics and the recent results in the European Championships.

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Richard, Gavan and Zara discuss the upcoming local and European elections and what the newest exit polls may suggest.

Nigel Farage is making an ambitious 8th try for a position in the UK parliament in the July election.

And Gail Platt is leaving Coronation Street; the group reflects on the character over the years.

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Richard, Gavan and Zara speak with Dr Jilan Abdalmajid, Palestine's Ambassador to Ireland, for her first in-studio interview after Ireland's recognition of Palestinian statehood and discuss the most recent tragedy in Rafah.

RTÉ 2FM is facing significant challenges following a series of departures by its top talent.

And do you trust Temu? The group discusses the online retail giant.

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Richard, Gavan and Zara discuss Ireland's recognition of Palestine as a state and what it means for future relations with Israel.

A report by the Housing Commission and the lack of politicians knocking on doors could have impacts on the upcoming election.

And did OpenAI steal Scarlett Johansson's voice?

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Richard and Zara discuss the drama surrounding the New York Portal and its recent closure.

They talk with journalists Jen Hogan and Patrick Freyne about how teenagers are reacting to what they see on TikTok.

And Piers Morgan enters the discourse around Baby Reindeer.

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Richard, Gavan and Zara speak with Khalid el-Astal about his struggle to get his family out of Gaza.

Three new reports have a recommended a number of changes in RTE.

And can Bambie Thug win the Eurovison for Ireland for the first time in almost 30 years?

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Richard, Gavan and Zara discuss the Mount Street migration and the rising tensions between Ireland and the UK over immigration policy.

The results of the Aoife Johnston Inquest has put University Hospital Limerick under pressure.

And a new report commissioned by the French government has recommended that children be banned from having a smartphone until 13 and social media until 18.

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Gavan and Zara speak with Selina and Louise McDermott for their reactions to the findings of the Stardust Inquest and the subsequent state apology.

Richard reports from the inquest into the death of teenager Aoife Johnston at University Hospital Limerick.

And they also discuss the difficulties facing the new recycling scheme and the demise of DVDs.

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Richard, Gavan and Zara discuss the conflict between Israel and Iran and speculation that it could lead to a world war.

The group speaks to one Kerry farmer, who is spending €3,000 a month on fodder because of the recent spell of bad weather.

And "Scoop" throws the group for a loop.

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