Author John Connolly joined Ryan to talk about Shadow Voices, his new collection encompassing three hundred years of Irish short stories, specifically Science Fiction, Horror, and other genres. For more information, visit johnconnollybooks.com/shadow-voices

The stories and headlines of the day that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Each day this week, Ryan is giving away 700 euro of Supervalu vouchers to one lucky listener. But this is a Christmas quiz with a magical twist as they will also win 700 euro worth of vouchers to give to somebody they know who you feel deserves them. Mairead won today's prize and will share it with her sister Winnie.

This week Ryan joined Nina Carberry and Billy McGuinness for a chat ahead of appearing on the upcoming season of Dancing with the Stars, Sandra Ryan spoke about how Christmas can be a time of great pressure and struggle for some families, and advocated and artist Amy Begley talked about the Cope Foundations new #LightUpCork campaign.

The stories and headlines of the day that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Advocate and artist Amy Begley spoke to Ryan about her work, her journey, and her amazing attitude to life. You can learn more about here new campaign and light up your own star on lightupcork.ie

Each day this week, Ryan is giving away 700 euro of Supervalu vouchers to one lucky listener. But this is a Christmas quiz with a magical twist as they will also win 700 euro worth of vouchers to give to somebody they know who you feel deserves them. Fiona won today's prize and will share it with her sister-in-law's husband Ger.

The stories and headlines of the day that grabbed Ryan's attention.

Each day this week, Ryan is giving away 700 euro of Supervalu vouchers to one lucky listener. But this is a Christmas quiz with a magical twist as they will also win 700 euro worth of vouchers to give to somebody they know who you feel deserves them. Jimmy Scott won today's prize and will share it with his friend Brian Frawley.

Sandra Ryan talked to Ryan about how Christmas can be a time of great pressure and struggle for some people. During her own difficulties, Sandra turned to SVP who offered incredible support. She is now an active fundraiser for their cause. To donate, visit svp.ie