D.J.-turned-social-worker Calvin James Sweeney joined Baz in studio to tell him all about his mission to help children in Syria and other war-torn areas. www.scoopfoundation.org

Journalist Mary McCarthy explained her theory on how all primary schools finishing school at the same time as each other - or as the workday! - could potentially create more productivity at home, and entice more women to return to the workplace.

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

BMX Coach Eugene Jackson came on to talk to Baz about the 40 Irish riders travelling to the upcoming UEC BMX European Cup, and UCI World BMX Championships in Belgium.

Samantha Kelly and daughter Leah joined Baz in studio to talk about how Samantha turned her life around from being a functioning alcoholic to being a highly successful businesswoman, and how that affected Leah's life.

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

After the airing of "Under the Clock," an RTE documentary about couples who met under the iconic Clery's clock, Philippa and Helen joined Ryan in studio to talk about their relationship, and how it has developed and grown despite the challenges and changes along the way. For support: www.TENI.ie / www.Belong2.org

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

Former police officer and author Clare Mackintosh spoke to Ryan about her new book, "After the End," and how it was inspired by a desperate decision that she and her husband had to make about their baby boy Alex.

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