Anna McPartlin is a best-selling author of adult and children’s fiction, as well as a successful screenwriter for film and TV. She joined Ryan in studio to talk about love, loss and how writing her new book has given her the opportunity to grieve.

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

Journalist Shaunagh Connaire has brought some of the most harrowing and uplifting stories to the screen from around the world. Originally from Longford, Shaunagh told Ryan about how she got her start in journalism and the importance of truth in the era of fake news.

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

We received an email from proud mum Sue who wanted to tell us about her 21-year-old son Sam Burke and his recent award. Sam has just graduated from a Film and TV course and his short film ‘Silent Starling’ has landed him the ‘Best First Time Director’ award at the LA Film Festival. Sue and Sam joined Ryan on the line to tell him all about it!

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

Lisa-Marie Berry joined Ryan in studio to talk about her father Willie who has dementia. She told Ryan about the first signs that something was wrong, the difficult decision to move him to a nursing home, and how the barrier COVID-19 created between them helped her embrace his new world.

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

The week Ryan spoke to musician Dave McCabe on navigating setbacks with unshakable optimism; Boxer Kellie Harrington on the long lead-up to the Tokyo Olympics; Marguerite Penrose on taking a stand against racism; And Designer Laura Egan on the world of 'fast fashion' and sustainable clothing.

Pat took part in our competition to win a relaxing break at Ashford Castle in Mayo.