Actor Moe Dunford dropped in to talk to Ryan about the importance of films that raise issues (such as, "Patrick's Day," "Michael Inside," and, "Rosie"), his love for his homeplace - and his somewhat ignoble exit from, "Vikings!"

The Greenway Man Garavan Cummins and forager and tour guide Andrew Malcolm joined Ryan at the Cliff House Hotel to discuss the nourishing activities that they offer in their beloved county - Garavan cycling on the greenway and Andrew providing foraging tours.

And, our last stop on the Wild Atlantic Way But what a stop - the flawless Cliff House Hotel in Ardmore, Co. Waterford. From this breathtaking location, Ryan brought you the best in local stories and those from the newspapers.

Danish-woman Katrina Runske is a force of nature. Over 30 years ago she fell in love with and moved to west Cork. Since then, she has taught piano, set up a café and bookshop, and opened a beautiful retreat and guest-house. Ryan found out all about her adventures - and where she gets her energy!

Imagine a film festival in a place with no cinema. You've just imagined Schull! A hugely imaginative initiative, for the best part of a week every year, the cafés, pubs, restaurants, and even bedrooms in Schull are transformed into film theatres. Hilary McCarthy of the festival shared the secret of its success with Ryan.

Brú Colambanus is a wondrous facility in Wilton, Co. Cork, that provides much-needed (and completely free) accomodation for families of seriously ill patients in Cork hospitals. Volunteer Carmel Waddy, who works in the Brú Colambanus charity shop in Schull, told Ryan all about it.

Sailing is on the school curriculum in Schull! Ryan chatted with David Harte, who was instrumental in helping such an unusual but brilliant idea to become a reality.

Helen Collins, chairperson of, "Taste the Island," and grand-niece of Michael Collins, dropped by with a basket of delicious West Cork food, and a fascinating story about her family history.

18-year-old Schull native Fionn Ferrira recently won a Google Science Award with his project for removing micro-plastics from the ocean. He told Ryan about his brainchild and what's ahead for him.

Local shop-owner, family man and passionate Schull resident Eddie spoke to Ryan about his exit from the rat race and his family's move into local business, selling vintage items and clothes.