This week Ryan spoke to John Boyne about his latest novel 'The Echo Chamber'; Kellie Harrington's partner Mandy on the Pride of Portland Row’s Olympic Gold; Stephen O'Brien on '5K Histories'; Royd Tolkien on completing a bucket list given to him by his late brother Mike; And Joanne Hunter and Greg Fletcher on the 'Books at One' initiative.

Joanne Hunter and Greg Fletcher spoke to Ryan about 'Books at One' which aims to transform the role and function of bookshops in communities all over Ireland. For more info go to www.booksatone.ie or email Joanne Hunter at [email protected]

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

After Ryan spoke about healthy food for dogs, Martina got in touch to tell him about her dog Harry and how she started her own business 'Harry's Dog Bakey' that makes healthy canine treats!

Royd Tolkien is the great grandson of J. R. R. Tolkien, a name that is synonymous with fantastical adventures. He spoke to Ryan about his own adventure, completing a bucket list given to him by his late brother Mike after he was diagnosed with Motor Neuron Disease.

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

Annmarie Murphy is a graphic designer living in Dublin but originally from Knockcroghery in Co Roscommon. She has just published her first children's book with a view to passing on a little piece of history to the next generation and she joined Ryan on the line to tell him all about it.

Many of us got a lot more familiar with our local areas during the lockdown but how much do we know about the history on our doorsteps? Stephen and Kev O'Brien are two bothers who decided to tackle their local lore and Stephen joined Ryan in studio to tell him all about '5K Histories'.

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

John Boyne is one of the most prolific authors Ireland has produced in the last twenty years with books like ‘The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas’, ‘The Hearts Invisible Furies’ and ‘My Brother’s Name is Jessica’. He joined Ryan in studio to talk about his latest novel 'The Echo Chamber'.