The Anton Savage Show

Cuán Ó Flatharta, presenter of NewsTalk’s Splanc, and former Lord Mayor and Fine Gael councillor Emma Blain join Anna to review Saturday morning’s front pages.From the race to the Áras and the horrifying scenes from Gaza, get all the biggest stories here.

Fianna Fáil TD Peter 'Chap' Cleere joins Anna Daly for Anton Savage to discuss why coverage and attendance for women’s sport still lags behind the men’s games, even on All-Ireland final weekend.Listen here.

It's been a week since the cosy tete-a-tete between President Trump and Ursula von der Leyan, which resulted in a 15% tariff being placed on EU goods being sold in the US. While there was a ‘It could have been a lot worse’ sense of relief, where does that leave Ireland now?Dan O’Brien, Chief Economist at the Institute of International and European Affairs, joins guest host Seán Defoe to discuss.

Seán Defoe’s guest can offer a first-hand account of making the precarious journey from Gaza to Ireland to continue his career in medicine, and has appealed to Irish politicians to assist in the evacuation of his family.Doctor Momin Hilles joins to discuss.

As one of nine children, my next guest learned how to cook at his mother’s apron strings and more than forty years ago set up the Ballymaloe Cookery School with his sister Darina Allen, sharing his knowledge and skills with thousands more, inspiring some of today’s top chefs along the way – at the heart of his message and love of food has always been quality ingredients prepared simply. He’s also written some best-selling books on food as well as presenting ‘How To Cook Well’ for RTÉ television show.Guest host Seán Defoe is joined by Rory O’Connell!

In this episode of The Anton Savage Show, Luke O'Neill welcomes Dr. Trish Scanlon, who's back to discuss an urgent cause: Children Not Numbers. This vital medical aid charity is dedicated to supporting children in Gaza who suffer from critical illnesses, even amidst ongoing conflict. Tune in to hear about an upcoming fundraising gig on August 23rd at Walter's pub in Dun Laoghaire that aims to support this cause. Join us and learn how you can make a difference!

Pete the Vet is here with us to discuss all things animal care. If you've ever worried about a lump on your dog's chest or concerned about your pet picking up viruses, this episode has you covered. Pete shares tips on maintaining healthy weight, the implications of dental issues, and how to recognize normal shedding from skin conditions. Tune in for expert advice that could make a real difference in your pet's life!

Orla Dolan, CEO of Breakthrough Cancer Research joins Luke O'Neill to discuss the groundbreaking "Cancer Revolution" exhibition opening at Dublin's Stephen's Green Shopping Centre. Running from August 15th to October 31st, this free exhibition highlights the evolution of cancer care through inspiring stories, innovative research, and significant Irish contributions.Discover how this exhibition aims to foster hope and engagement, encouraging visitors of all ages to learn about the past, present, and future of cancer research.

In this episode of The Anton Savage Show, Luke O'Neill sits in to explore the intersection of AI and music with music producer and composer, Kormac, who offers his insights on the current state of AI in music, highlighting concerns over quality and originality while also noting some positive uses in the creative process. They discuss the rise of AI-generated music groups like Velvet Sundown and ponder if AI could pave the way for entirely new genres.

Guest host Luke O'Neill is joined by Christina Finn from The Journal and journalist Valerie Cox, for Saturday's newspaper panel.They start by discussing the striking story about Donald Trump moving nuclear submarines in response to tensions with Russia, sparking discussions reminiscent of historical fears from the Cold War era. The conversation quickly shifts to the pressing issue of international trade tariffs, exploring how they impact economies, especially in Ireland, and the precarious state of government performance in handling them. Plus, they tackle the alarming overcrowding in Irish prisons, with serious implications for crime rates.