

Today with Claire Byrne
RTÉ Radio 1
Highlights from the mid-morning show with Claire Byrne, featuring stories of the day, sharp analysis, features, sports and consumer interest items. Listen live Monday to Friday at 10am on RTÉ Radio 1.
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Aug 21, 2025 • 10min
Coffee panel: Did the recession bring about a coffee revolution in Ireland?
Rob Horgan, Founder of Velo Coffee Roasters and Stephen Kennedy, owner of Copper and Straw who operates three coffee shops in Dublin and Wicklow

Aug 21, 2025 • 9min
ECDC warn of greater risk to mosquito borne disease for tourists heading to Italy and France
Dr. Graham Fry, Medical Director at TMB Travel Health Clinics

Aug 21, 2025 • 6min
UK protest: Immigration hotel court cases
Geri Scott, Senior Political Correspondent, The Times of London

Aug 21, 2025 • 12min
Israel says military operation to take over Gaza City has begun
Lyse Doucet, Chief International Correspondent, BBC

Aug 20, 2025 • 13min
The race for the Arás
Harry McGee, Political correspondent with The Irish Times

Aug 20, 2025 • 11min
Is it time for Digital Declutter?
Ciara O'Brien, a technology journalist with The Irish Times, shares her insights on the pressing issue of digital clutter. She discusses the struggle of achieving 'Inbox Zero' and the impact of email overload on our lives. The conversation moves to practical decluttering strategies, including managing unused apps and email subscriptions. Ciara emphasizes the environmental benefits of reducing digital footprints and offers tips for organizing photos and videos. The episode is packed with advice for streamlining digital files to enhance both performance and user experience.

Aug 20, 2025 • 7min
Calls to clampdown on recreational use of Nitrous Oxide
Mark Ward, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Mid-West and spokesperson for Dublin

Aug 20, 2025 • 15min
European Leader Series: Emmanuel Macron
Graham Finlay, School of Politics and International Relations

Aug 20, 2025 • 10min
The link between hearing loss and the risk of dementia
Ian Robertson, founding director of the Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience and author of ‘How Confidence Works,’ tackles the intriguing link between hearing loss and dementia. He highlights how hearing aids can significantly reduce dementia risk in the 60s population. The conversation delves into how social engagement helps preserve cognitive health, while stressing the cognitive strain of hearing difficulties. Robertson also addresses the stigma around hearing aids, advocating for a shift in perception to embrace auditory health for a brighter future.

Aug 20, 2025 • 9min
Kremlin plays down further ceasefire talks
James Waterhouse, BBC Ukraine Correspondent