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Jul 16, 2022 • 18min
The Week in Headlines with Ailbhe Smyth & Jen Hogan
Joining Stefanie Preissner to run through the biggest stories hitting the headlines this week is Ailbhe Smyth, LGBT Activist & Journalist and author, Jen Hogan.
Jul 9, 2022 • 15min
Ask the Expert: Gary O'Hanlon
Joining Anton for another episode of Ask the Expert is Gary O'Hanlon.
Together they discuss the incalculable impact of French cooking on the culinary industry.
Jul 9, 2022 • 14min
When is a plane crash not a plane crash?
Trevor Jacob is a former Olympian whose YouTube video called ‘I crashed my plane’, allegedly by accident, has garnered him two million views since the incident.
But the online aviation community says their suspicions were raised from the get-go that the stunt was faked for views.
Petter Hornfeldt is a pilot and host of the ‘Mentour Pilot ‘YouTube Channel - he joins Anton to discuss.
Jul 9, 2022 • 17min
Labour Leader Ivana Bacik on Her Life in Politics
It’s been almost four months since Alan Kelly stepped down as leader of the Labour party and just three months since Ivana Bacik took up that mantle.
Joining Anton to talk through her career in politics and becoming Labour leader is Ivana Bacik.
Jul 9, 2022 • 14min
Pop Star to Movie Star with Screentime's John Fardy
Just how hard is it to make the transition from being a pop or rock star to the silver screen?
Screentime's John Fardy joins Anton to run through some of the biggest success stories and some of the more forgettable attempts in recent memory.
Jul 9, 2022 • 10min
"What really drives us to give back to our clubs is just that passion for tennis"
Joining Anton is Chanelle Dunne, President of Donnybrook Lawn Tennis Club.
Together they discuss the sport of Tennis, building up the skills for kids who want to progress through the ranks, and how to get stuck in and started in the sport regardless of what age you are.
Jul 9, 2022 • 16min
What Makes For a Memorable Summer Holiday?
Irish Times Consumer Affairs Correspondent, Conor Pope & Screenwriter, and Columnist, Stefanie Preissner join Anton to go through some of their favourite summer memories and discuss what makes those special moments so special.
Jul 2, 2022 • 7min
Paul Flynn on his Food Truck Favourites
Paul Flynn, Irish beloved TV chef is hitting the road this summer to discover the best and most outstanding food trucks and the street food they have to offer.
His show, Food Truck Favourites is kicking off next week on RTE One. What food recipes can we expect to see that will make our mouths water?
Paul joins Anton to chat through it all.
Jul 2, 2022 • 7min
Steve and Joe Wall of 'The Stunning'
Steve and Joe Wall of rock group, 'The Stunning' stopped by to chat with Anton where among other things they discussed dealing with the challenges of the pandemic, the joys of getting back onstage, and go through some of their favourite performers of all time.
Jul 2, 2022 • 14min
Ask The Expert: Diarmuid Gavin
Joining Anton for another episode of 'Ask the Expert' is gardening guru, Diarmuid Gavin.
Together they chat about using nettles as a natural fertiliser, making the most of your summer garden, and more!
