Nikki O'Carroll tells Ray about her first event that sees owners head to the cinema with their doggies in tow.

Ninety years ago this month, Ray Knowles' Grandfather was one of three armed men who entered and robbed bank in Taghmon in Wexford...

Conor Pope, Consumer Champion is on the case....

Shane Byrne is in studio to look ahead to Ireland v Wales and pick a few of his favourite historic Irish Rugby moments.

Our Gaff Goddess is a woman of many talents and now a Garment Goddess.

Judge for yourselves!

Jan Brierton is live in studio to chat about her 'accidental' poetry

The four Daly sisters, triplets Susan, Rachel and Lynda and younger sister Jennifer who lines out for Clare in the National Camogie League

Nina Dellinger has a natural ability to lip-read and has found a platform for her talent on TikTok where gossip hungry followers get Nina's interpretation of conversations had at events like Award ceremonies.

Imogen Cotter, Ambassador for L'Etape Ireland

The Dublin Card Show organisers Enzo Patriarc and Jason Flynn chat to Sínead about the sporting memorabilia that will feature at their event on Saturday while the local's of Pearse St share their own Sporting Hero selections.

John Cooper Clarke, Poet, Punk and Comedian

Joe Humphreys, Writer of the Unthinkable philosophy c olumn

Nóra Ní Anluain Fay, Show Creator

Father Michael Murphy from St Joseph's Church in Avoca Co Wicklow tells Ray how parishioners have been attending mass with brollies in hand due to leaking windows and roof. The community of the aptly named 'Templerainey' has banded together to raise repair funds.

Laura Wynne and Kate Ryan, from Aruna Yoga in Rathcoffey in Kildare leave Ray gob-smacked by the results of some really effortless mobility improvement techniques.

Consumer champion Conor Pope from the Irish Times.

Sean O'Laoghaire, has had a makeover on RTÉ's Today Show

Bernie Collins joins Ray to talk about her fascinating career in Formula 1 having started out studying Mechanical Engineering in Queens University, Belfast and working as a strategist for the likes of McLaren & Aston Martin.

Cork singer songwriter Molly O' Mahony treats us to a live performance in studio.

With the weather getting warmer and the evenings longer, travel writer Thom Breathnach is on hand to recommend some outdoor activities that will spring us into the new season.

Funny man Jarlath Regan chats to Kathryn about his upcoming gigs, his podcast and family life.

Riverdance Executive Producer/Associate Director Padraic Moyles reveals all about the upcoming Auditions and reflects on his many years of dancing.

Kathryn is joined by Kerry man Kevin Leahy who tells all about winning the gruelling Artic Circle Endurance Race.

Professional Stunt Performer Philip Condron chats being a stunt double for Colin Farrell in The Banshees of Inisherin, working with Hollywood stars and more.

Kim Fitzgerald and Lynn Luxford from A Sorted Affair are on hand to help us get decluttered and set for spring.

Comedian Stephen Mullan talks his new show, Paddy Latino and the craic he has being the voice of Love Island Australia.

Comedian Bernard O’Shea joins us to give advice on what to do if you've forgotten Valentine's Day and unconventional acts of love.

We sent our reporter Sinéad Ní Uallacháin onto the streets of Dublin to find out how the public are celebrating Love this Valentines Day.

Seán Ó Laoghaire joins us ahead of his big transformation!

Writer and podcaster Esther O'Moore Donoghue gets us up to speed on the new celebrity power couple in town and the influential impact their relationship is having on the economy.

A new rare disease awareness campaign ‘I Am Number 17’ was launched today and one of the change makers involved, Joanne O' Riordan, tells us all about it.

Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist Dr. Colman Noctor offers advice to parents on navigating dyslexia diagnosis, bullying and more.

AI & Deep fakes Expert Advisor, Henry Ajder tells us all about recognising deep fake scams and how to protect yourself online.

Ireland’s leading female comedy duo, Sinead Culbert and Sue Collins from the Dirtbirds are in studio for all the craic and to talk Galentine's Day.

The Houseplants band pops into studio to discuss their latest album and play some tunes.

Friend of the show Edwina Guckian is here Last night Edwina launched her first book: “Sparks from the Flagstones: Irish Folk Traditions and Calendar Customs”

The band have recently been connected with the football club, Chorley FC and to tell us what all the hype is about we are joined by Tom Clarke, the Chief Operation Officer with Chorley FC.

Comedian Emma Doran joins Ray to chat about her brand new show, Dilemma.

Ryan McNaught, One of 14 people in the world deemed a Lego grand master and Author of The Bricktionary: The Ultimate A-Z of LEGO

Dr Jacqueline Boyd is a Senior Lecturer in Animal Science in Nottingham Trent University

Philly McMahon is bringing back his smash his Theatre extravaganza to The National Stadium and joins Ray in studio.

With Allison Keating & Ray O'Neill

Childhood friends Lisa Rowland and Lisa Parker spoke to Ray about the video that has gone viral of the former trying to get into her house via the side window, with some unfortunate but comedic consequences

Brothers Andrew and Eamon Breen completed a 42-day row across the Atlantic, and spoke to Ray about their journey

Conor Pope joins Ray to tackle your consumer issues.

James Hennessy, a Herpetologist and the director for the National Reptile Zoo tells Ray about a scorpion discovered in Wicklow.

Ray meets Marti Pellow

Dara O’Briain joins Ray from Washington D.C. on his U.S. Tour

The Six Nations Championship kicks of tonight at eight o’clock as Ireland take on Les Blues in France and this is the game that people are calling the match of the championship and here to tell us what we can expect from tonight’s game is Shane Byrne.

David Gray is playing a four-night run at Whelan's with the final one coming precisely 30 years to the day since David first played the venue.

Jazzy who hails from Crumlin in Dublin joins Ray to chat about her recent nomination for the Brits which happens on March 2nd in London.

Gaff Goddess Laura DeBarra is back to help you with all your homely queries and give her best tips for dealing with dreaded dust!

Michael joins Ray to chat about his new book ' A Fallen God' and his famous father Charlie Chaplin.

Our Sinéad Ní Uallacháin has itchy feet – no we haven’t sent her to a chiropodist - she's off to soak up the atmosphere and get her dancing shoes on

Ray is joined by Actor Niamh Moriarty for a catch-up. Having starred alongside Sharon Horgan and Michael Sheen at the tender age of seventeen she has it all to play for and the future is bright.

Ray is joined by Lucy Mulhall Captain, Women's Seven's Squad for Ireland and Stacey Flood, Player, Women's Seven’s Squad for Ireland

Dr George Leslie joins Ray to tell him about his film and life having come from India to train at the Royal College of surgeons in 1981

Kevin Gallagher got in touch having lost his Brother Jim who passed away on St Stephen's Day. Kevin was hoping we could find a clip of his brother Jim winning a trip to New York in 2000 with his hilarious laugh.

Funny man Jason Byrne joins Ray for a catch-up after appearing in the Last One Laughing tv show

Conor Pope joins Ray to tackle your consumer issues.

Bambie Thug joins Ray from Cork as they reflect on becoming Ireland's choice to represent the country at Eurovision 2024 in May with her song Doomsday Blue.

Ray is joined by the O'Duffy family who plan to raise funds in memory of their Father who died from Oesophageal Cancer.

Bambie Thug joins Ray from Cork as they reflect on becoming Ireland's choice to represent the country at Eurovision 2024 in May with their song Doomsday Blue.

Conor Pope joins Ray to tackle your consumer issues.

Ray is joined by the O'Duffy family who plan to raise funds in memory of their Father who died from Oesophageal Cancer.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests including Ireland's representative for Eurovision 2024 Bambie Thug

Ray is joined by Dancing champion and Eurovision fanatic Maread Ronan, Mairead Farrell, Comedian Tony Cantwell and John Sullivan from Gogglebox give their two cents on all the entries competing to be Ireland's Eurovision entry. Tony Cantwell John Sullivan

Lisa Gifford is a former nurse who started farming when she was already in her late 70s. Originally from the United States, she fell in love with Ireland and moved here seven years ago. She now runs a farm in Leitrim, where she makes cheese, fudge, and ice cream from the goats that she hand-milks on her land.

Caitlin Ruth, Chef and Author of 'Funky' published Blásta Books

Caitlin Ruth, Chef and Author of 'Funky' published Blásta Books

Lisa Gifford is a former nurse who started farming when she was already in her late 70s. Originally from the United States, she fell in love with Ireland and moved here seven years ago. She now runs a farm in Leitrim, where she makes cheese, fudge, and ice cream from the goats that she hand-milks on her land.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests.

Ray went to visit Ashleigh House, one of two only Women and Children Residential Treatment Centres in Ireland run by Coolmine. There he met key workers as well as recent graduate Serenam, who told us her story of addiction and her road to recovery. Back in studio, ambassador with Coolmine Damien Dempsey joined CEO Pauline McKeown.

Teacher Mikey Cullen has been inspiring his English students with his poetry on TikTok

Annamarie Fegan has been named as Admiral of the Royal Cork Yacht Club in Crosshaven.

Ray is joined by Paula Heffernan the Head of Production at Element Pictures and on the film, Poor Things and Cillian Murphy's former teacher William Wall.

The Skin Nerd, Jennifer Rock joins Ray to chat about your skincare with the very changeable weather we've been having.

Ray is joined by Paula Heffernan the Head of Production at Element Pictures and on the film, Poor Things and Cillian Murphy's former teacher William Wall.

Annamarie Fegan has been named as Admiral of the Royal Cork Yacht Club in Crosshaven.

The Skin Nerd, Jennifer Rock joins Ray to chat about your skincare with the very changeable weather we've been having.

Teacher Mikey Cullen has been inspiring his English students with his poetry on TikTok

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests.

Conor is here to chat about the two new recycling initiatives that are being talked about this week… one with small electrical items, and the other with the bottle return scheme.

Kate Kerrigan has written a one-woman show chronicling a life spent searching for who she is. Growing up Irish in London, this is one woman’s story, but it speaks to many people

Christopher Williams, Head of Word Warriors at the Wayne State University Detroit

Dubliner Audrey Garland won Gladiators in 1997, when it was presented by Ulrika Jonsson, and she’s here to chat about her experience on the show as it returns to our screens.

Sadhbh Devlin and Eve McDonnell give us a peek at their fascinating world of collectables.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests.

Lulu Lotus joins Ray to demonstrate her guinness world record skill!

Dubliner Audrey Garland won Gladiators in 1997, when it was presented by Ulrika Jonsson, and she’s here to chat about her experience on the show as it returns to our screens.

Lulu Lotus joins Ray to demonstrate her guinness world record skill!

Sadhbh Devlin and Eve McDonnell give us a peek at their fascinating world of collectables.

Director of ‘Dancing at Lughnasa’ production, Professor and Chair of Theatre Arts at LaGrange College, Aria Mabry, who plays the role of Maggie.

Avril Deegan Joins us in Studio to talk about her own personal experiences of childhood cancer and her research around end-of-treatment experiences of childhood leukaemia survivors is PHD researcher

Ray is joined by Actress Ruth Codd to chat about her career and what 2024 has in store.

Ray is joined by Actress Ruth Codd to chat about her career and what 2024 has in store.

Director of ‘Dancing at Lughnasa’ production, Professor and Chair of Theatre Arts at LaGrange College, Aria Mabry, who plays the role of Maggie.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests.

Avril Deegan Joins us in Studio to talk about her own personal experiences of childhood cancer and her research around end-of-treatment experiences of childhood leukaemia survivors is PHD researcher

Sinead Ní Ualllachain takes the temperature of the people on the concept of 'Dry January' while Author Kate Gunn shares her experience of becoming an 'Accidental Soberista'

Plane Spotter and aviation enthusiast Aaron Moore talks us through the excitement of spotting the Chinese Premier's plane at Dublin Airport.

Ray O'Neill, Psychoanalyst and Psychologist, Allison Keating

Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor, Sunday Independent

Sean McCabe, Head of Climate Justice and Sustainability at Bohs

Samantha Rawson answers your questions and has tips for caring for your dog during the sub-zero temperatures.

Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor, Sunday Independent

Sean McCabe, Head of Climate Justice and Sustainability at Bohs

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests.

Samantha Rawson answers your questions and has tips for caring for your dog during the sub-zero temperatures.

Ray is joined by the one and only Graham Norton.

Ciara McDonnell, holistic practitioner and Scream Club founder joins Ray to tell him about her club that invites participants to release their frustrations in the sea with a good aul' roar.

Conor Pope is back to tackle your consumer concerns.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests

Conor Pope is back to tackle your consumer concerns.

Ray is joined by the one and only Graham Norton.

Ciara McDonnell, holistic practitioner and Scream Club founder joins Ray to tell him about her club that invites participants to release their frustrations out to sea with a good aul' roar.

Ronan Tynan joins Ray to tell us about Conan O'Brien's impromptu performance of 'Danny Boy' in Dublin's Whelans with The Three Tenors last night.

Rodney Holbrook, a man who has a mouse tidying up his shed, joins Ray to give us an update on Mousewatch.

Sophie Ellis Bextor joins Ray to speak about how her musical hit has made a huge comeback.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests

Next in Line join Ray to unveil their new song 'Love Like Us' for the Eurosong contest.

Rodney Holbrook, a man who has a mouse tidying up his shed, joins Ray to give us an update on Mousewatch.

Sophie Ellis Bextor joins Ray to speak about how her musical hit has made a huge comeback.

Next in Line join Ray to unveil their new song 'Love Like Us' for the Eurosong contest.

Ronan Tynan joins Ray to tell us about Conan O'Brien's impromptu performance of 'Danny Boy' with The Three Tenors in Whelans last night.

Ray is joined by Sinead Ní Uallacháin, RTÉ Reporter to tell us what new ideas are emerging from our country's young scientists.

Ray is joined by Bernie O'Brien who tells us about overcoming multiple diagnoses and a hip replacement by engaging in exercise.

EuroSong Entrant Bambi Thug introduces their song 'Doomsday Blues'.

EuroSong Entrant JyellowL introduces his song 'Judas'

Eurosong Entrant Isabella Kearney joins Ray to introduce her song 'Let Me Be The Fire'

Cillian O'Connor and his mother Elaine join Ray to tell us about how he was hand-picked to appear as a finalist for the American talent show.

Maria Macklen joins Ray to talk us through selecting the best colour choices for your complection.

Cillian O'Connor and his mother Elaine join Ray to tell us about how he was hand-picked to appear as a finalist for the American talent show.

Eurosong Entrant Isabella Kearney joins Ray to introduce her song 'Let Me Be The Fire'

Maria Macklen joins Ray to talk us through selecting the best colour choices for your complection.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests

EuroSong Entrant JyellowL introduces his song 'Judas'

Every day this week we will reveal one of the entries to be selected as Ireland's Eurosong. Today its AILSHA with her song 'Go Tobann'

Founder of GIY, Mick Kelly joins us from Waterford to plant some ideas in our minds to prepare our gardens for Spring

Stephen Ferguson, An Post Archivist and Curator

Every day this week we will reveal one of the entries to be selected as Ireland's Eurosong. Today its AILSHA with her song 'Go Tobann'

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests

Founder of GIY, Mick Kelly joins us from Waterford to plant some ideas in our minds to prepare our gardens for Spring

Stephen Ferguson, An Post Archivist and Curator

Consumer Champion Conor Pope from The Irish Times tackles your consumer issues.

Every day this week we will reveal one of the entries to be selected as Ireland's Eurosong. Today it's Erica Cody with her song "Love Me Like I Do"

Jenn Gannon, Pop Culture Journalist and a former teacher of Cillian Murphy join Ray to discuss last nights Golden Globes where the Irish contingent was strong.

Rodney Holbrook, Retired Postman, Eanna Ní Lamhna, Environmentalist and Biology.

Rodney Holbrook, Retired Postman who filmed a mouse tidying his shed is joined by Eanna Ní Lamhna, Environmentalist and Biology who sheds some light on the fascinating behaviour of the mouse.

Consumer Champion Conor Pope from The Irish Times tackles your consumer issues.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests

Jenn Gannon, Pop Culture Journalist and a former teacher of Cillian Murphy join Ray to discuss last nights Golden Globes where the Irish contingent was strong.

Every day this week we will reveal one of the entries to be selected as Ireland's Eurosong. Today it's Erica Cody with her song "Love Me Like I Do"

Michael Kealy, RTÉ's Eurovision boss, joins Ray as Ireland picks its song for Eurovision 2024. Comedian and writer Colm O'Regan stops by for a catch up. Viral Liverpool fan Daire Gorman shares his incredible story. Niall McNamee chats and plays a couple of songs live in studio.

Singer-songwriter Niall McNamee joins Ray to chat and play a couple of songs ahead of his appearance at 'Your Roots Are Showing' in Dundalk this month.

Michael Kealy, RTÉ's Eurosong boss, joins Ray as Ireland prepares to pick its song for Eurovision 2024 in Sweden. All six finalists will have their songs played on The Ray D'Arcy Show next week.

Daire Gorman, the Liverpool fan who went viral after singing 'You'll Never Walk Alone' and meeting Jurgen Klopp and the team, joins Ray to share his amazing story.

Dermot Bannon is here to tell Ray about the new series of 'Room to Improve'. Singer-songwriter Aoife Scott joins Ray to chat and play a couple of songs accompanied by her band. Mariia Koshyrenkova arrived in Ireland from Ukraine a year ago and she has now created a charity calendar called 'Paws from Ukraine'.

'Room to Improve' returns to our screens this Sunday for a brand new season and Dermot Bannon is here to tell Ray all about it. You can catch it on Sunday 7th January from 9.30pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player.

Singer-songwriter Aoife Scott joins Ray to chat and play a couple of songs accompanied by Andy Meaney (guitar) and Michael Harrison (fiddle). Featuring Aoife's composition 'Spanish Point' and a cover of Neil Young's 'Ohio'.

Just over a year ago, Mariia Koshyrenkova arrived in Ireland from Ukraine. She became a student in Coláiste Dhúlaigh College of Further Education in Kilbarrack and under the mentorship of tutor Sharon McIlvenna, she’s created a new calendar 'Paws from Ukraine'. For more information, visit PawsfromUkraine on Instagram.

Ruth Fitzmaurice, author of the book “I Found My Tribe”, joins Ray ahead of her appearance at this year’s “First Fortnight” festival in Dublin; Emma O’Hagan joins us from Leitrim where she and her partner have built a tiny home; and Conor Pope is back to help with all your consumer queries.

Conor is back to help with all your consumer queries.

Ruth Fitzmaurice was the author of the book “I Found My Tribe” about finding solace in the cold waters of the Irish Sea after her husband Simon was diagnosed with Motor Neuron Disease. Ruth will speak at this year’s “First Fortnight” festival in Dublin

Many of you know someone who is struggling to buy a home, whether it’s a niece, nephew, son or daughter. Emma O’Hagan joins us from Leitrim where she and her partner have taken matters into their own hands by building a tiny home.

Joe Humphreys, author of the Irish Times' Unthinkable philosophy column joins Ray to celebrate World Philosophy Day. Conservator Kayleigh Spring tells Ray about how she restored the boots of Pelé and George Best. And Dr Colman Noctor answers your parenting issues.

Dr Colman Noctor, Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist, joins Ray in studio to answer your parenting issues

Kayleigh Spring, an object curator at the Conservation and Museums Advisory Service in England, tells Ray about how she restored the boots of Pelé and George Best.

Joe Humphreys, Assistant News Editor at The Irish Times and writer of the Unthinkable philosophy column, joins Ray to talk about reinventing yourself in 2024 with the advice of the great Philosophers

Some little magical home tips to help you through the Christmas day madness with ease!

Shane chats to Ray about his song The Wisp Sings which has become a social media phenomenon

Sinéad Ní Uallacháin is at the busy and buzzy Dublin Airport!

Gina Daly from The Daily Dish and proud owner of not one, not two but 7 air-fryers joins Ray to sing the gadget's praises for taking the stress out of Christmas dinner prep.

Alison Spittle comes in for a chat and a laugh with Ray after a fab year for the comedian.

Shane chats to Ray about his song The Wisp Sings which has become a social media phenomenon

Alison Spittle comes in for a chat and a laugh with Ray after a fab year for the comedian.

Sinéad Ní Uallacháin is at the busy and buzzy Dublin Airport!

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests

Gina Daly from The Daily Dish and proud owner of not one, not two but 7 air-fryers joins Ray to sing the gadget's praises for taking the stress out of Christmas dinner prep.

A star-studded cast of Tom Dunne, Cathy Davey, Faye O'Rourke, Jerry Fish, Niamh Kavanagh and Shobsy accompany the incredible RTÉ Concert Orchestra perform a beautiful array of festive classics.

Conor joins Ray to tackle some Christmassy consumer issues.

Paula Shields who researched the programme that told the back story of the famous song Fairytale of New York.

DAA Media Relations Manager Graeme McQueen has lots of tips for this special time at the airport and how to make it a smoother experience for you and your loved ones who are arriving and departing.

Kevin Dundon is here to impart his knowledge for creating the perfect roasties for your Christmas dinner.

Catherine Leyden, creator of the most desirable recipe we have ever had on the show. The 2 Pound Loaf Pan Christmas Cake.

Catherine Leyden, creator of the most desirable recipe we have ever had on the show. The 2 Pound Loaf Pan Christmas Cake.

Ray chats to Elaine Horan about her Irish Sweet Survey, where she is examining tubs of Roses, Quality Street, Cadbury’s Heroes, and Celebrations and following what pattern of chocolates are filling the tubs and tins we most purchase!

Ray chats to Geraldine Monaghan who runs CarePack.ie, which sends out packages to residents in nursing homes. Teenager Maurice Curtin tells us how he made and sold Christmas decorations to make a donation to Kindness Krew. And Eoin Derham chats about his goal to smash the World Record for the most amount of Christmas jumpers worn at one time!

Ray is joined in studio by Writer from Newfoundland Ida Linehan & Wexford Folklore Expert Michael Fortune to chat about Michael's new book, 'The Folklore of Wexford'.

Ray is joined by Book Gifting Assistant from Children’s Books Ireland, Ruth Ennis to talk about their 'Gift a Book' campaign!

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests.

Ray chats to Geraldine Monaghan who runs CarePack.ie, which sends out packages to residents in nursing homes. Teenager Maurice Curtin tells us how he made and sold Christmas decorations to make a donation to Kindness Krew. And Eoin Derham chats about his goal to smash the World Record for the most amount of Christmas jumpers worn at one time!

Ray is joined in studio by Writer from Newfoundland Ida Linehan & Wexford Folklore Expert Michael Fortune to chat about Michael's new book, 'The Folklore of Wexford'.

Ray is joined by Book Gifting Assistant from Children’s Books Ireland, Ruth Ennis to talk about their 'Gift A Book' campaign!

Ray chats to Elaine Horan about her Irish Sweet Survey, where she is examining tubs of Roses, Quality Street, Cadbury’s Heroes, and Celebrations and following what pattern of chocolates are filling the tubs and tins we most purchase!

Ray is joined on the line by chef Rachel Allen to discuss her chocolate cake recipe!

Ray is joined by Gillian Bird who is the Head of Education and Media at DSPCA, to chat about fostering animals for Christmas.

Ray is joined by our reporter Sinéad Ní Uallacháin who's in Dún Laoghaire with Darragh Hancox to chat about Ireland’s newest and biggest ice rink, as well as people's favourite Christmas activities,

Ray chats to Rian Gleeson from St. Oliver’s NS in Killarney about their Christmas Video & Anne Marie O’Mahoney from Coláiste Bríde Templeshannon in Enniscorthy about her Caring and Safeguarding the Elderly pamphlet!

Carmel is looking for your help to find someone who can fix an old train set.

Eurovision Legend starring in the Liberty Hall Panto Linda Martin.

This morning Ray brought a microphone into his own kitchen while he tackled the much sought after recipe from Catherine Leyden for a 2 Pound Loaf Christmas Cake.

Ann-Marie Lawlee, Clinical Nurse Manager in Inclusion Health in St James' Hospital Dublin.

Ann-Marie Lawlee, Clinical Nurse Manager in Inclusion Health in St James' Hospital Dublin.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests.

This morning Ray brought a microphone into his own kitchen while he tackled the much sought after recipe from Catherine Leyden for a 2 Pound Loaf Christmas Cake.

Eurovision Legend starring in the Liberty Hall Panto Linda Martin.

Carmel is looking for your help to find someone who can fix an old train set.

Pop-Culture journalist Jenn Gannon, joins us to chat about the nominations that were just announced and what skin we Irish have in the game.

Ray hears about some Crocheters and knitters in the community of Ringsend at home and abroad who have come together to crochet not one but two Christmas trees for locals to enjoy and The Santa Truck spreading joy to children to raise money for Laura Lynn.

Pamela tells Ray about the relationship she has with her hair and why she ended up having a hair transplant.

Conor Pope, Consumer Champion, The Irish Times.

Conor Pope, Consumer Champion, The Irish Times.

Pamela tells Ray about the relationship she has with her hair and why she ended up having a hair transplant.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests.

Ray hears about some Crocheters and knitters in the community of Ringsend at home and abroad who have come together to crochet not one but two Christmas trees for locals to enjoy and The Santa Truck spreading joy to children to raise money for Laura Lynn.

Pop-Culture journalist Jenn Gannon joins us to chat about the nominations that were just announced and what skin we Irish have in the game.

Dustin the Turkey makes an appearance in Dublin Castle.

Comedian Neil Delamere chats to Ray about the joy of air travel.

Animal lovers Pauline McLynn and Super Vet Noel Fitzpatrick.

Comedian Pat Shortt in Dublin Castle.

Dr Deirdre O'Donovan, Consultant Gastroenterologist at Blackrock Clinic in Dublin

Allison Keating and Ray O'Neill join Ray in studio to talk about all your relationship queries especially sibling relationships on Christmas Day.

Anna McHugh, Head of Communications with An Post joins Ray for an update on the post service ahead of the Christmas rush.

Dr Deirdre O'Donovan, Consultant Gastroenterologist at Blackrock Clinic in Dublin

Anna McHugh, Head of Communications with An Post joins Ray for an update on the post service ahead of the Christmas rush.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests that have plenty of advice and tips as Christmas approaches.

Allison Keating and Ray O'Neill join Ray in studio to talk about all your relationship queries especially sibling relationships on Christmas Day.

Steve Cole, Executive Head of Policy Campaigns and Public Affairs from Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents joins Ray to tell us about the accidents we are most likely to suffer at this most accident-prone time of year.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests.

Nathan, Shane and Sadhbh join Ray ahead of their show at The complex, Dublin from December 10th.

Steve Cole, Executive Head of Policy Campaigns and Public Affairs from Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents joins Ray to tell us about the accidents we are most likely to suffer at this most accident-prone time of year.

Brendan Kilkenny emailed us about his experience of loneliness and the steps he has taken to tackle it.

Conor Pope is back to tackle your consumer queries.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests including David Gray and Gay Byrne's daughter Suzy who has compiled a beautiful book of the letters his listeners wrote to him.

David Gray joins Ray to announce a very special set of shows at Whelan's in Dublin where he played his first Irish show 30 years ago.

Gay Byrne's Daughter Suzy joins Ray as we delve into the archives of his radio programme and hear the incredible stories of his listeners who wrote to him.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests.

The Ugly Sisters Aisling Breen and Linzi Cowap join Ray in studio.

Author Stephen Mangan and his sister and Illustrator Anita Mangan

Cormac Costello, Stars in Beauty and the Beast at The Everyman Theatre, Cork.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests.

Sinéad has been out and about in County Wicklow chatting shoppers hunting down the perfect real tree from Christy at Kavanagh's Christmas Tree Farm.

Paudie Hanifan produces over 200 tonnes of brussel sprouts each year and joins Ray on the line from Ballygarron Farm in Kerry

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests including Now! That's What I Call Music superfan Rob Garvey.

Now! superfan Rob Garvey who own every single Now! That's What I Call Music album joins Ray on the 40th anniversary of the first compilation album.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests.

Ray is joined by Bernie Power who features in the documentary and gives his own account of his mental health journey and his sister Helena Power who works in Traveller Outreach

Conor Pope, Consumer Champion, Irish Times.

Bernard joins Ray in studio for some laughs and chat.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests including Singer Eleanor McEvoy, Comedian Bernard O'Shea and Catherine Leyden.

Patrick Staunton and his Son join Ray to chat about their magical toy shop and it's connection to the Toy Show.

Catherine Leyden is back to tell us how she got on creating a spot on recipe for a 2 pound loaf tin Christmas cake and our own Niamh brings Ray some snack combos to try ahead of the Toy Show.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests.

Ray is joined by Cara Ocobock, from the University of Notre Dame in the US, a co-author of a new study which suggests that prehistoric women frequently engaged in hunting as much as men and their anatomy also made them better suited for it.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests.

Comedian & Author Colm O'Regan joined Ray in studio to chat about the event where people get up on stage and share a good story.

Georgina O'Neill and Leandra O'Malley join Ray to talk about the amazing work they do with Women and their children at Ashleigh House.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests including Dublin Hip Hop artist Nealo.

Barra Ó hÉineacháin joins Ray to talk about his love of gaeilge and his new gig as a travel presenter on TG4

Nealo joins Ray in studio to chat about his music career so far and his latest album.

Ann Marie Creavan, Psychologist, University of Limerick joins Ray to talk about Ireland's high rates of loneliness.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests including Author Louise Nealon and Caring Dentist of the Year Dr. Adrianne Dolan.

Author Louise Nealon joins Ray to chat about the success of her debut novel.

Our resident consumer champion Conor Pope is back to tackle your consumer concerns ahead of Black Friday.

Mother of three children with special needs Gill Hyland tells us why she nominated Dr. Adrianne Dolan who was named Caring Dentist of the Year. Adrianne is with Ray in studio to chat about her work.

Jennie Bond BBC Royal Correspondent joins Ray to chat about the latest and final season of The Crown

Humphrey Kelleher joins Ray to chat about his book featuring the history behind the many GAA grounds around the country.

Eoin Colfer and Niall Colfer join Ray to chat about Eoin's new gorgeous Christmas tale, Juniper's Christmas and Niall's new song.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests including BBC Royal Correspondent Jennie Bond who tells us about the latest and final season of The Crown and our very own Niamh goes head to head against Chat GPT in composing an ode to her hot water bottle.

Ian Robinson is the organiser of a fundraising run on the Waterford Greenway with a bit of a twist.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests including the First Dates couple who have just welcomed their first dates baby.

Dr. Colman Noctor, Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist is back to answer your parenting questions

Michelle Bergin, Occupational Therapist and Sinéad Ní Bhradaigh, Teacher in Galway Educate Together National School join Ray to talk about ways to improve the school playground experience for our children.

Carla & Shez from First Dates have welcomed a baby after finding love on in the First Dates restaurant.

49 cats, 4 hamsters, 90 carrier pigeons, sheep, frogs, and peacocks were rescued from Grindavik town in Iceland yesterday by Sandra Jóhannsdóttir and other women who are all volunteers with Dyrfinna Charity.

Conor Pope is back to answer more of your consumer questions including the divisive topic of how much you should gift as a wedding guest.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests including former Ireland soccer manager and St. Patricks Athletic super-fan Brian Kerr after last night's Cup Final win over Bohemians.

John Sweeny, Emeritus Professor of Climatology at Maynooth University chats to Ray about why we are seeing so many storms these days.

Today is World Kindness Day and Sandra Burns, of Joe’s Farm Crisps, a small family business based in Killeagh, East Cork has a lovely story of kindness that happened to them over the weekend

Ray chats to Former Ireland International soccer manager and St Pat's super-fan Brian Kerr after their win over Bohemians in the Aviva last night.

Stars of the play 'Ideal World' join Ray for a chat ahead of the show.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests including the Creator and Producer of MAMMA MIA! Judy Cramer and stars of a new play at The Civic Theatre 'Ideal World'.

Judy Craymer, Creator and Producer of MAMMA MIA!

Sarah Brittain and Luke Carton join Ray having married in the location of their first date, Bewley's on Grafton Street.

Ciarán Burke from Johnstown Garden Centre tells Ray about the fascinating carnivorous plant, the venus fly-trap which features in the new John Lewis Christmas advert.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests including Ciarán from Johnstown Garden Centre who tells us about the fascinating venus fly-trap which features in the new John Lewis Christmas advert, a couple who just got married at the site of their first date in Bewleys's on Grafton Street and an inspiring young baker from Gweedore.

Ollie Hennessy and Don O'Connor join Ray to chat about their new Irish musical, Letters From the Front.

Aoibhín from Gweedore who has been baking since she was 8 is soon to be the face of a new children’s cookery show on Cúla 4.

Ray is joined by our relationship experts Psychologist Allison Keating and Psychoanalyst Ray O’Neill.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests including comedian Jason Byrne, John Dixon who experienced hearing loss and our relationship advice experts Psychologist Allison Keating and Psychoanalyst Ray O’Neill.

John Dixon shares his experience of hearing deterioration and how it affected his life.

Ray is joined by comedian Jason Byrne as he launches his new book Memoirs of a Wonky-eyed Man - The Dad Knows Best Years.

Ray is joined by the author of I Am Pilgrim ahead of the release of his new book.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests includding Author of I Am Pilgrim Terry Hayes who has a new book, an Irish Chef in Japan breaking a world record and playwright Colin Murphy.

Colin Murphy, Journalist and Playwright joins Ray to chat about his play that starts tomorrow in the Pavilion Theatre.

Alan Fisher joins Ray on the line from Japan to tell us all about his world record success

Dr Aisling Loy, Consultant in Genito-Urinary Medicine chats to Ray about the rise in STD's in Ireland.

Ray is joined by photographer James Crombie who has been capturing the Northern Lights appearances around Ireland

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests including Eurovision Queen Loreen.

Ray is joined by Eurovision superstar Loreen ahead of her Dublin show which kicks off her European tour.

David joins Ray to chat about his Ted talk that is out today about the power of unconventional thinking.

Keith Barry, World renowned mentalist, brain hacker and magician joins Ray to chat about his new book

Gavin joins Ray from studio 8 ahead of his sold out gig in the Olympia on Saturday.

Ray is joined by an array of guests.

Comedian Kevin McGahern joins Ray for a catch-up and craic

Darragh Ennis, Irish Star of ITV's game show The Chase

Brian Dowling and Arthur Gourounlian join Ray to chat about the release of their book: Modern Family, Births, Marriages, Deaths and Everything in between

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests.

Author Ellen Ryan and Illustrator Conor Merriman.

Jamie Blanche

Sinéad Ní Uallachain reports live from Kilmainham at the Garda training school for dogs.

Tatjana Latinovic, President of the Icelandic women's rights association.

With Paw Patrol, Heroes and Gods what more could you want from Ray's array of guests today.

Ray is joined by Dr Lorina Naci, Associate professor of Psychology at the Trinity College Institute of Neurosciences to discuss her research exploring early consciousness and its impact on child development.

Award-winning author Oein DeBhairduin joins Ray to chat about his new book Twiggy Woman; a collection of ghostly folktales rooted in the oral tradition of the Irish Traveller community.

Freda Kelly chats to Ray about her fascinating experience of working with The Beatles

Dr Lorina Naci tells us about her research on babies, Freda Kelly chats to Ray about her fascinating experience of working with The Beatles and Award-winning author Oein DeBhairduin joins Ray to chat about his new book Twiggy Woman,

Ray chats to an array of guests.

Conor has some advice on what to do if your online purchase retailer ceases to trade and you need to return your item, and what your rights are at work if you are sick.

Áine Kennedy from The Historical Society of Trinity College Dublin, known as ‘The Hist’ joins Ray to chat about have breaking the record for the 2nd time.

Stars of The Abbey Theatre's 'Somewhere Out There You' Eimear Keating and Enda Oates join Ray to chat about the romantic comedy which runs until the 4th of November.

Donal Fallon, Author, James Flanagan, Frank Flanagan join Ray in Studio

Ray is joined by Brónagh for some music and chat ahead of her show at The Sugar Club on November 4th.

Dr Andy Stapley of Loughborough University in the UK has his scientific reasoning on what elements make the perfect cup of tea.

Ray is joined by an array of guests.

Ray is joined by Eanna Ní Lamhna as she tells us about her new book Wonders of the Wild

Ray is joined by Jack L for a catch-up ahead of his show at the Puca Festival on Friday 27th of October in Trim, Co Meath.

Ray chats to Bernard Jennings, Carlow Optician about the phenomenon experienced by some lucky people.

As the days shorten and the cold weather rolls in Ray is joined by Laura De Barra as she shares all her expert tips to help you cosy up at home this autumn and winter.

Sinéad Ní Uallacháin is at Dublin's Liberty Market

Mark O'Halloran actor, screenwriter and playwright who plays Father Dermot Byrne joins Ray to chat about his role in the film.

Our reporter Sinéad Ní Uallacháin brings the Liberty Market atmosphere to your radio with trader Larry Mooney, Carlow Optician Bernard Jennings tells us if eyesight can cure itself, Actor Mark O'Halloran tells us about his role in the new movie 'The Miracle Club' while Laura De Barra gives us a guide to making our homes cosy for Wwnter.

Colette Keane from the CSO interprets some really interesting statistics that show how life in Ireland has changed in the last 50 years, we find out about The Wagatha Christie Documentary,

Nigel Monaghan joins Ray to chat about the exhibition he co-curated.

Ray is joined by an array of interesting guests.

Did you struggle with maths at school? And are you worried your child will too? Dr. Aisling Twohill is here to help with her special workshops for parents to make Maths a positive experience rather than a traumatic one for both parties involved

We've had the Wagatha Christie TV drama and the West End play but now TV critic Scott Bryan has the lowdown on the documentary.

Shane Byrne reflects on Ireland's loss to the All Blacks, Daniel Deasy, Associate Professor of Philosophy at UCD tells us about his critical thinking course at UCD on how to spot bulls**t and Conor Pope takes on your consumer troubles.

Ray is joined by Daniel Deasy, Associate Professor of Philosophy at UCD to chat about one most popular courses on campus.... 'Bullshit'

Ralph joins Ray ahead of his tour 'From here to there' which is also the title of his new album.

Conor is back tackling more of your consumer problems, this time a listener takes issue with being charged for paper bags in a shop.

Shane Byrne joins Ray to chat about the heroic efforts of Ireland in their loss to the superior All Blacks.

Shane Byrne and the Flemings look forward to the Rugby, Emma O'Driscoll and Mary Byrne look back on their reality TV days, we experience Austrian Thigh Slapping and Chef Catherine Leyden gives us her take on Barm Brack.

Chef Catherine Leyden joins Ray to get us in the Halloween spirit with some tasty Barm Brack recipes.

Ray is joined by Shane Byrne to look ahead to the Rugby World Cup while Tadhg & Derry Fleming chat about their viral video suggesting how Ireland should respond to the Haka tomorrow.

With Big Brother up and running we get the inside story of what its like to be a contestant on reality tv from some Irish stars that have featured in them. Emma O’Driscoll who appeared on Popstars in 2001 and Mary Byrne from X Factor in 2010 join Ray in studio.

And now for something a little different, how about a bit of Schuhplattling? Its a traditional Austrian Dance known as Thigh Slapping in English. Here in studio is Gerhard on Accordian accompanied by Hans and Fred on slapping! Seppi Grander also joins Ray to chat about the Alpine Festival.

Ray chats to the voice behind the last 23 years of Big Brother, Marcus Bentley.

Frankie Sheahan, Retired International Professional Rugby player from Ireland

Michael Tutty of Tutty's Shoe Store in Naas, Co. Kildare tells Ray about the wonderful history and craft of being a cobbler, a skill passed down through the generations of the Tutty clan.

Brothers Hugh and Eoin O'Reilly from Mad Yolks give us some eggcellent meal ideas ahead of World Egg Day.

Ray was joined by Michael Tutty of Tutty's Shoemakers to chat about the art & history of being a cobbler, Brothers Hugh and Eoin O'Reilly from Mad Yolks give us some eggcellent meal ideas ahead of World Egg Day.

Travis Gienger joins Ray from Minnesota, USA where he has claimed the record for growing the world's biggest Pumpkin at 2,749lb

Louise Griffey helps people prepare for and recover from the death of a pet, Michael Quinn shares his own experience of the world of Goalkeeping, Author Kunak McCann to talk about the her new book that explores some of Ireland's love for phrases & Travis Gienger who has claimed the record for growing the world's biggest Pumpkin at 2,749lb's!

Michael Quinn shares his own experience of the world of Goalkeeping and explains how the study he has been working on shows goalkeepers perceive the world differently.

Ray is joined by Louise Griffey, who is a grief recovery specialist who specializes in helping people prepare for and recover from the death of a pet.

Ray is joined by Author Kunak McCann to talk about the her new book that explores some of Ireland's love for phrases.

Ray is joined by Co-Founder of the Black & Irish Podcast, Leon Diop & Author Briana Fitzsimons about their brand new co-written book, 'Black & Irish: Legends, Trailblazers and Everyday Heroes'!

Ray is joined in studio by musician Martin Hayes who gives us a live session on the fiddle ahead of his 'Martin Hayes & The Common Ground Ensemble' shows coming to Vicar Street on October 19th & 20th!

On today's show, Ray is joined by podcaster Leon Diop & Author Briana Fitzsimons about their brand new co-written book, 'Black & Irish: Legends, Trailblazers and Everyday Heroes' & musician Martin Hayes gives us a fiddle session ahead of is shows in Vicar Street on October 19th & 20th!

Ray chats to co-founder of the charity My Lovely Pig Rescue Cathy Davey about the rescue of two Kunekune Pigs after they were abandoned in the Wicklow Mountains last week.

Ray chats to TV Critic Scott Bryan about the return of Big Brother to our TV screens last night!

On today's show, Ray is joined by co-founder of My Lovely Pig Rescue Cathy Davey about the rescue of two Kunekune Pigs, CEO of The Menopause Hub, Loretta Dignam to discuss the latest Menopause Survey, Conor Pope is back for Pricewatch & TV Critic Scott Bryan details the return of Big Brother!

Conor Pope joins us once again to champion your consumer issues. If you have a consumer problem, you can send it to pricewatch@rte.ie

Ray is joined in studio by Founder & CEO of The Menopause Hub, Loretta Dignam to discuss the latest Menopause Survey.

On today's show, Ray is joined by Martin Shanahan to chat about fish finger sandwiches, rugby legends Peter Wright and Shane Byrne give a preview of Ireland V Scotland this weekend, Irish musician Aoife Scott joins us for a live session and comedian Bernard O'Shea is in for a catch-up!

On today's show, Ray is joined by Addiction Counsellor Tony J O'Reilly to discuss how he overcame his gambling addiction, comedian and musician Bill Bailey who will be bringing his 'Thoughtifier Tour' to Dublin's 3Arena on February 9th, 2024 & legendary drummer of The Swell Season, The Frames and Therapy?, Graham Hopkins gives Ray a drum lesson!

On today's show, Ray is joined by our reporter Sinéad Ní Uallacháin who is out at Scoil Eoin Báiste in Nobber, Co. Meath, actor Agnes O’Casey about her new movie 'Lies We Tell' & Psychologist Allison Keating & Psychoanalyst Ray O'Neill join Ray in studio to answer all your relationship queries

On today's show, Ray is joined by writer & musician Jo Nesbo on his latest Horror Novel, 'The Night House', Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, Dr. Colman Noctor answers your parenting questions & comedian Reginald D. Hunter joins us ahead of the Galway Comedy Festival and his set at the festival's Launch Event at The Sugar Club tonight!

On today's show, Ray is joined by musician and broadcaster Tom Dunne for a review of U2's first show at Las Vegas' Sphere, two stars of new dating show 'Love in the Country', Edwina Walsh & Rob Murphy chat all about the show, Paris Based Journalist Peter Allen fills us in on the bed bug infestation in Paris and Conor Pope is back for Pricewatch!

On today's show, Ray is joined by comedian & writer Julie Jay to chat about her ‘Oops, This is Toxic’ tour, singer/songwriter Niall McCabe joins us ahead of his gig in Whelan's next month & Professional Ultrarunner, "Hillygoat" Hillary Allen tells us about her life in running!

On today's show, Ray is joined by singer with Something Happens Tom Dunne who is heading out to Las Vegas to see U2 in the 'Sphere', Clare Rose Of Tralee Aisling O’Connor talks about her time on the show & dog expert Samantha Rawson answers your canine questions!'!

On today's show, Ray is joined by our reporter Sinéad Ní Uallacháin who is out chatting with female bus drivers, Professor Robert Byrne gives some advice on how we can improve our own heart health ahead of World Heart Day and Declan O'Rourke chats about the second book in his trilogy of novels on the Irish famine, 'A Whisper From Oblivion'!

On today's show, Ray is joined by Scottish artist Kathryn Johnson about how she tours Ireland living in a van-turned-“art studio on wheels”, firefighter Ger Divine who last week was announced as the winner of this years Fingal Poetry Competition & star of Countdown Susie Dent discusses her latest book 'Interesting Stories About Curious Words'!

On today's show, Ray is joined by Jim Lockhart and Barry Devlin of the legendary Horslips to discuss their album “The Táin” being celebrated at The Dublin Festival of History, influencer and presenter James Kavanagh gives us a preview of Grá ar an Trá & Conor Pope is back for Pricewatch!

On today's show, Ray is joined by stand-up comedian Deirdre O'Kane ahead of the final few dates of her ‘Demented’ tour, Niamh Farrell, Brian Darcy & Podge McNamee of Ham Sandwich discuss their 20th Anniversary Tour and Irish Rugby legend Shane Byrne chats about the latest goings-on in this years Rugby World Cup!

On today's show, Ray is joined by Culture Night's Gráinne Binns to chat about Dublin’s First Outdoor Roller Disco, author Una O'Hagan discusses her new book “The Monsignor: The Man, His Mistresses and the Missing Money” & Swiss Watchmaker Andreas Strehler and Marc Jenni chat about this weekend's International Festival of Time in Waterford!

On today's show, Ray is joined by President of Macra Elaine Houlihan after breaking the record for welly throwing at The Ploughing, Mairead Loughman talks about matchmaking at The Ploughing, Professor Anne-Marie Tobin & Geraldine Andrews on Eczema and the leads of the The Bodyguard, Emily Williams & Ayden Callaghan, join us in studio!

Ray is joined by a number of special guests at the National Ploughing Championship.

On today's show, Ray is joined by Australian actor Alan Fletcher to discuss the long-awaited return of 'Neighbours' to our TV screens, Troupe Member with Lord Of The Dance Jean Kennedy & Ugandan-based Galwegian John Walsh chat about their experience teaching Ugandan children about Irish dancing & Conor Pope is back for Pricewatch!

On today's show, Ray is joined by BLAH

On today's show, Ray chats to teenagers Vanessa & Alex to share their personal experiences with cancer to spread awareness during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, star of Schitt's Creek Noah Reid discusses his music career and Dermot O'Leary joins us to discuss his 6th children's book, 'Wings Of Glory', which is out today!

On today's show, Ray is joined by our reporter Sinéad Ní Uallacháin at Fosset's Circus in Westmeath, Tony Murphy educates us about Japanese toilets, Paddy Casey discusses his album 'Living' on it's 20th anniversary and Allison Keating & Ray O'Neill lend some relationship advice!

On today's show, Ray is joined by Gaff Goddess Laura DeBarra to discuss how often towels should be washed, June Curtin talks about how swimming helped her mental health & The Big Splash for Aware which is happening on September 23rd, and Molly Furey tell us what it's like to be Irish and living abroad!

On today's show, Ray is joined by Eamonn Keavney who is unicycling from Mizen Head To Malin for charity, actress & star of Stranger Things Millie Bobby Brown discusses her debut novel 'Nineteen Steps', Kingfishr join us for a live session and Conor Pope is back for Pricewatch!

On today's shows Ray talks cold drinks on this hot day with Niamh Hassell, the social media sensation Helen Drumm talks about her show Sound Quality Gifts in Monaghan, the new season of Gogglebox is back the Tully Twins, Fergal and Neal are in studio and The Rugby World Cup gets started tonight Shane Byrne gives us a preview the tournament.

On todays show Ray is joined by Michael Gartland who is still working at the grand age of 81 he's in studio to share his life stories, we have live music from Soda Blonde and Ray jumps on the Blue Thunder Bus to talk to the people behind a unique immersive theatre expierence.

On today's show Ray is joined by Sinéad Ní Uallacháin has gone back to school to chat with the school traffic wardens, Prof. Rose Anne Kenny is finding out how to live well for longer, she joins Ray to talk about making Ireland a blue zone & Katherine McSharry director of Cultural Heritage from UCD talks to us about Maeve Binchy’s Literary Archive.

On today's show Ray speaks to Dr Brian Barron, Principal of Portlaw in Waterford about smartphones in schools, Dr Martin Clancy is a musician, academic and industry consultant he joins Ray to delve deep and give us an insight into AI in music and Actor, Playwright & Director Rex Ryan joins us to talk about a new play called The Road To Joe.

On today's show Ray chats to Rosanne Marshall and Ronan Dalton who won the Dublin Liffey Swim on Saturday, Spanish cellist & busker Diana Gomez joins Ray to play some music and talk about busking as a job, where does the phrase “Janey Mac” come from? Grace Tierney from Wordfoolery Blog tells us more and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch.

Ray speaks to, Author and explorer, Dan Buettner about Secrets of the Blue Zones. Ray catches up with Dara Ó Briain. Ray chats to Brian and Siobhan ahead of the Liffey Swim.

Marty's Big Picture Show - Live music and chat with Mick Flannery - Pizza base update with Sinead Morgan and Giuseppe Crupi

Sinéad Ní Uallacháin reports live from the Lost & Found in Dublin Bus. Ray is joined by Head Lice Expert Andrew Hennessy. Dr. Irene Hartigan, University College Cork, tells Ray about a new service dog programme to combat stress and anxiety. Ray is joined in studio by Brian Redmond, who is a a judge on Dancing with the Stars this year.

Ray speaks to listener Sinead Morgan about pizza bases. U2's own Adam Clayton tells Ray about joining Elephant In The Room to break the stigma and raise awareness for mental health. Austin Tuohy joins Ray in studio to chat about recovery runs.

U2's own Adam Clayton tells Ray about joining Elephant In The Room to break the stigma and raise awareness for mental health.

Homemade pizza bases with Sinead Morgan - Pricewatch with Conor Pope - Flight issues and heating bills - Performing at nursing homes with Niamh Kavanagh - Miniboat from Canada that washed up in 2019 to relaunch

Rashidat Adeleke at the World Athletic Championships - Irish History and Folklore with Paddy Cullivan & Michael Fortune - Comparing accents with Jake Carter & Karen Byrne - All Ireland Onion Champion Seán Egan

Aerialist Chloe Commins on growing up CODA - Italian chippers in Ireland with Teresa Borza Forte - Hairdressing apprenticeships with Ciara Harrington and Alix Maher

Sinéad Ní Uallacháin visits Dublin Zoo - Rhasidat Adeleke at the World Athletics Championships - The idea of forgetting – might not be such a bad thing! - Indian spacecraft lands on the Moon

Dr. Colman Noctor, Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist joins Ray to answer any parenting issues.

Brianna Parkins, Irish Times columnist and former Sydney Rose,

Rose of Tralee with Brianna Parkins - Parenting with Colman Noctor - Live music and chat with Curtis Stigers

Acclaimed singer, saxophonist and songwriter Curtis Stigers returns to Dublin to join the RTÉ Concert Orchestra in concert with arranger and conductor, Golden-Globe nominated Brian Byrne.

Conor Pope joins us once again to champion your consumer issues. If you have a consumer problem you can send it to pricewatch@rte.ie

On today's show, Ciara is joined by Paul Howard to discuss his new book 'Camino Royale', James Patrice is live ahead of this weekend's Rose Of Tralee, Mark Graham tells us all about his lockdown project on turning a double-decker bus into a small home, and Conor Pope is back for Pricewatch!

Ciara chats to former drummer, vocalist and trombone player with electro-pop outfit King Kong Company about the lockdown project he and his partner had to turn a double decker bus into a tiny home!

Ciara chats to James Patrice who is live from Kerry Sports Academy at MTU ahead of this weekends Rose Of Tralee!

Ciara is joined in studio by Irish author Paul Howard following the release of his latest book, 'Camino Royale'!

Oyster shucking with Paddy McMurray - Decluttering tips & hacks with Kim Fitzgerald and Lyn Luxford - Live music with Lydia Ford

CMAT takes to the stage in Cork - BBQ greats Billy Durney & Pat Martin - Greek mythology with Dr. Martin Brady - Getting your house in order with Laura de Barra

It's all about life. Presented by Ciara King.

Live music from Caoi de Barra - Getting at one with nature with Éanna Ní Lamhna - Karl Henry on getting yourself sorted as the seasons change - What should we cook tonight? - Kwanghi Chan

Hannah Tyrrell after yesterday’s win over Kerry - Furniture restoration and repair with Nessa Doran O’Reilly - Live music with Isaac Butler - Pricewatch with Conor Pope

On today's show Ciara is joined by Kevin Nolan, tells us about The Perseid meteor shower, Colm O Regan talks about the Dublin Fringe Festival next month, we have live music from Driven Snow and 2023 marks 100 years of Disney, Aedín Gormley tells us about a special “Disney 100” concert with The RTE Concert Orchestra in October

On today's show Feebee Foran joins Ciara in studio with a her ultimate guide to “foraging” this August, Author, columnist and journalist Yomi Adegoke talks about her new novel called The List Dublin's Comic Con is on this weekend, Karl Walsh tells us more and Samantha Rawson the Dog Expert is back with in studio to answer your canine questions.

On todays show Ciara King chats to Noel Cunningham about the Donegal Camino, Tammy Darcy is the founder of The Shona Project is in studio to tell us about the non profit organization, Thom Breathnach talks summer sun getaways and The Skin Nerd Jennifer Rock to tackle those post holiday skin blues.

On today's show Ciara King is joined by Padraig Whooley, Sightings Officer with the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group, The Daly Dish, Gina and Karol are in studio, we have live music from Padraig Jack and Dublin horse show author and influencer Esme Higgs is in studio.

On today's show Brendan chats to Mick Foster & Tony Allen as they are set to be honored at Fleadh Ceoil na hÉireann, Sinead Ni Ullachain & Anthony Freeman O'Brien talk about urban beekeeping, we hear from Ireland’s first female skipper Niamh Ni Dhrisceoil and Gaff Goddess Laura De Barra is back with some tips on How to brighten yellow pillows.

Brendan is joined by comedy's golden couple Joanne McNally and Gearoid Farrelly for a catch up and a Mr and Mrs quiz.

On today's show Brendan is joined by comedy's golden couple Joanne McNally & Gearoid Farrelly, Chapters Bookstore has seen a huge resurgence of young readers as a result of BookTok Sara Phelan tells us more, Sean Molly talks about Keem beach being recognized as one of the best beaches in the world and Ray O'Neill & Allison Keating are back with

On today's show Brendan is joined by Nano O'Malley McMahon and Ellen O’Malley Dunlop to talk about the O'Malley Clan, we have live music from Naimee Coleman, Carlow actress Ella Lily Hyland the brand-new drama, ‘Fifteen Love’ set in the world of elite tennis and Shirley Lanigan columnist with “Irish Garden Magazine" tells us about Herbs.

On today's show Brendan Courtney is in for Ray, he chats to Ciaran Clarke who was named Westmeath Bachelor of the Year this weekend, Ireland’s first circus ‘As Gaeilge’ kicks off tomorrow Jane Murray and Síle Ni Riain tell us more, Ali Comerford talks about a new project at The National Opera House in Wexford and Conor Pope is back with Pricewatch

It being summertime and with all the summer berries on sale on the many roadsides around Ireland. Laura Sinnott of Wexford Home Preserves joins Ray in studio to talk to us about Jam.

On today's show Ray chats to a couple Brian Mongey a Dub, & Kerry O’Connor from Kerry ahead of the match this Sunday, August marks 100 years since the first licensed broadcast of radio in Ireland, Eddie Bohan tells us about the 2BP Centenary event, Laura Sinnott of Wexford Home Preserves talks to us about Jam and Alison Spittle drops in for a chat.

August marks 100 years since the first licensed broadcast of radio in Ireland, Eddie Bohan tells us about the 2BP Centenary event.

On today's show we pay tribute to Sinead O'Connor, Ray speaks to Paul Byrne from Tua Nua, Roisin Davies tells us a story about Sinead in Madison Square Garden and we have a live performance from Shobsy with Nothing Compares To You with Adam O Regan on keyboard and Christy Mangan is in studio to talk about his new book Cracking The Case.

Cracking The Case: Inside the Mind of a Top Garda’ is a new book by retired Chief Superintendent, Christy Mangan he joined Ray in studio.

We pay tribute to the great Sinead O'Connor, Ray speaks to Paul Byrne from Tua Nua about her early days, Roisin Davies tells us a story about Sinead in Madison Square Garden and we have a live performance from Shobsy with Nothing Compares To You with Adam O Regan on keyboard.

On today's show Ray chats to Stephanie Roche from Perth Rectangular Stadium, Andy Kenny tells us about his charity Misneach Ukraine that helps Ukrainian soldiers injured on the frontline, we have live music with Susan O'Neill and Podiatrist, Veronica Daniels is in to give us some expert advice on how to keep your feet clean and healthy.

Podiatrist, Veronica Daniels is in to give us some expert advice on how to keep your feet clean and healthy.

Ger Kelly joins Ray in studio to share his story of living with bowel cancer and to raise awareness for hospices around the country.

On today's show Ray speaks to the artist and designer of the Blue Bird Twitter logo, Martin Grasser, Ger Kelly joins Ray in studio to share his story of living with bowel cancer and to raise awareness for hospices around the country and comedian Peter McGann is in studio to tell us about his tour dates.

Comedian Peter McGann is in studio to tell us about his tour dates.

Ray speaks to the artist and designer of the Blue Bird Twitter logo, Martin Grasser

On today's show Ray chats to Limerick Superfan Pat Carroll after Limerick Senior Hurling team's win yesterday, Author Eithne Shorthall is in studio to tell us about her new book The Lodgers, Éanna Hardwicke talks about the new BBC drama series, The Sixth Commandment and Thom Breathnach gives us tips on how to avoid being scammed on holiday.

Author Eithne Shorthall is in studio to tell us about her new book The Lodgers

Éanna Hardwicke talks about the new BBC drama series, The Sixth Commandment.

Thom Breathnach travel editor with the Irish Examiner gives us tips on how to avoid being scammed on holiday.

On today's show Ray is joined by Andrew Ridgeley to talk about the the Wham documentary on Netflix, we have Barbie Fever with the release of the movie today Irish Ken Adam Fogerty is in studio and Glenda Taylor who has the largest collection of Barbie Dolls in Ireland and Hilary Rose tells us about The Young Offenders live podcast.

Hilary Rose tells us about The Young Offenders live podcast.

Ray is joined by Andrew Ridgeley to talk about the the Wham documentary on Netflix.

Ray chats with Stephanie Roche in Australia to get some post - match analysis.

On today's show Ray chats with Stephanie Roche in Australia to get some post - match analysis, Fair City favorites Bryan Murray and Una Crawford O’Brien are in studio along with Matthew Malone to talk about working with Alzheimer's and Mark Cunningham tells us about the 1798 Battle of Ballinamuck Commemoration.

Fair City favorites Bryan Murray and Una Crawford O’Brien are in studio along with Matthew Malone to talk about working with Alzheimer's

From the man who brought us The Little Museum of Dublin, he now has a new book called A Little History of Dublin. Writer and museum co-founder Trevor White joins Ray in studio.

Ray chats to Samantha Libreri who was at Sydney Airport as the women's soccer squad were greeted with a heroes welcome.

On todays show Ray chats to Samantha Libreri who was at Sydney Airport as the women's soccer squad were greeted with a heroes welcome, we have live music from In Tua Nua, Ray O'Neill explains phubbing to us and Ray is joined in studio by Trevor White, author of A Little History Of Dublin.

Dr Caroline Robbins talks to us about Turkish Dentists and the language barriers.

Ray is joined by Sinead Ni Ullachain as she's out in Wicklow mudlarking and shes joined by an experienced mudlarker, Johanna Keene.

Ciara O’Brien Business and Technology journalist with The Irish Times talks to us about keeping track of digital subscriptions.

On today's show Ray chats to our reporter Sinead as she's out in Wicklow with experienced mudlarker Johanna Keene, Ross Whitaker tells us about the latest documentary The Road Down Under, Dr Caroline Robbins talks to us about Turkish Dentists and the language barriers and Ciara O’Brien talks to us about keeping track of digital subscriptions.

Ross Whitaker tells us about the latest documentary The Road Down Under about the Irish women’s team's journey through qualifying for their first major tournament.

Ray is joined in studio by Laura Lavelle & Breda Larkin of The Wild Geeze to discuss their show coming to The Edinburgh Fringe Festival next month!

Ray is joined in studio by Jeremy Purcell and Lorraine Lordan who are both director and assistant director of 'Puffin Rock and the New Friends', the latest feature length film to come from the five-time Academy Award, Golden Globe, BAFTA and Emmy-nominated Irish animation studio based in Kilkenny, Cartoon Saloon!

Ray is joined in studio by Billy McGuinness, Joe Jewell & Alan Downey from Aslan to discuss the legacy of their frontman Christy Dignam and the upcoming release of the band's final recording, a cover of 'Fields of Athenry'.

On today's show, Ray is joined by Billy McGuinness, Joe Jewell & Alan Downey from Aslan to discuss the upcoming release of the band's final song, Jeremy Purcell and Lorraine Lordan from Cartoon Saloon chat about their new film 'Puffin Rock and the New Friends', & The Wild Geeze chat about taking their show to this years Edinburgh Fringe Festival!

Ray is joined in our Galway studio by Liam Cunningham and Pollyanna McIntosh who star in 'Quicksand', which made it's debut at last night's Galway Film Fleadh!

Joining Ray in our Galway studio is star of Full Metal Jacket, The Dark Knight Rises and Stranger Things, Matthew Modine! He tells us all about the Galway Film Fleadh and the SAG-AFTRA writer's strike!

On today's show we're live from Galway to celebrate the Galway Film Fleadh! Ray is joined by Matthew Modine to tell us the SAG-AFTRA writer's strike, Brendan ‘Speedie’ Smith tells us about Galway’s Computer and Communications Museum, Liam Cunningham and Pollyanna McIntosh talk about their film 'Quicksand' and we have live music from Seba Safe!

Ray is joined in our Galway studio by Teresa Roche from Kylemore Farmhouse Cheese, who's brought in a raclette grill so you’ll have to imagine the cheesy smells we’re conjuring up here in studio!

Curator & Founder of Galway’s Computer and Communications Museum Brendan ‘Speedie’ Smith joins Ray in our Galway studio here to show off some retro gadgets!

On today's show, Ray is joined by photographer Jenny McCarthy to chat about her debut book 'The Wedding', Nick Heyward of Haircut 100 discusses the band's 40th Anniversary Tour coming to Vicar Street, and Cork based poet Molly Twomey who's set to receive the 2023 Ireland Chair of Poetry Bursary!

Ray is joined in studio by Nick Heyward of Haircut 100 to chat about the band's 40th Anniversary Tour, coming to Dublin’s Vicar Street this October.

Ray chats to photographer Jenny McCarthy about her debut book 'The Wedding', in which from spreadsheets to sweetheart necklines, she gives you a comprehensive guide from the moment you get engaged right up to a minute-by-minute checklist on the morning of your marriage.

Ray chats to Cork based poet Molly Twomey who will receive the 2023 Ireland Chair of Poetry Bursary!

Dublin musician Richie Egan AKA Jape joins Ray in studio to chat about IMMA’s Summer Party happening this Friday, as well as the inspiration behind his new single 'Heal These Wounds'!

Ray chats to Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist Dr. Colman Noctor to discuss the latest findings of the Growing Up in Ireland study which were released earlier this week.

Ray is joined in studio by Shay Connolly & Michael Larkin from The Irish Pullovers to chat about their two songs to support this summer's Women's World Cup, 'On The Way Down Under' & 'Ringsend Abbie'.

Ray chats to our reporter Sinéad Ní Uallacháin to chat about sheepdogs!

On today's show, Ray chats to Dublin musician Richie Egan about IMMA’s Summer Party and his new single 'Heal These Wounds', Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist Dr. Colman Noctor to discuss the Growing Up in Ireland study, Sinéad Ní Uallacháin tells us about sheepdogs and The Irish Pullovers perform their songs for the Women's World Cup!

Ray is joined my Prof. Ian Phillips

Ray is joined in studio by solicitor by day and an event organiser by night Philip Meagher to discuss Forest Fest, a festival aimed at people 30 years and up. Taking place for a second year later this month in co. Laois, with an extensive lineup including Suede, Sister Sledge and The Proclaimers.

Ray is joined in studio by Leo Cummins to chat about the process behind the creation of the two and two bar in the 1980's!

Ray chats to Sightings Officer of the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group, Padraig Whooley to discuss the 19-metre long dead fin whale that has washed up on a beach near Baile an Sceilg, and has become a bit of an attraction for tourists and locals.

On today's show, Ray is joined by Prof. Ian Phillips to chat about the effects of silence, the organiser of Forest Fest Philip Meagher discusses his music festival aimed at over 30's, Sightings Officer Padraig Whooley talks about the beached fin whale in Kerry, and Leo Cummins tells us how the two and two bar was made!

Ray chats to Risteard Mac Eoin who was crowned champion yesterday at the Féile an Phráta in Baile na nGall with his steamed British Queens!

On today's show, Ray chats to Risteard Mac Eoin who was crowned champion yesterday at the Féile an Phráta in Baile na nGall, author of 'Many Things Under a Rock' David Scheel tells us all about octopuses, Karen Nolan chats about the 'two and two' chocolate bar & Conor Pope is in for Pricewatch!

Ray is joined on the line by author Karen Nolan to chat about the 'two and two' chocolate bar, as well as her book “Sweet Memories, The Story of Urney Chocolates”.

Conor Pope joins us once again to champion your consumer issues. If you have a consumer problem you can send it to pricewatch@rte.ie

Ray chats to Professor of Marine Biology at Alaska Pacific University and Author of 'Many Things Under a Rock' David Scheel to uncover everything about octopuses!

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Ray spoke to the voice behind Spotify's new AI DJ Xavier Jernigan aka 'X'.

On today's show Ray speaks to Martin Morgan about Traveller Pride Week that kicked off on Monday, Professor John Sweeney Climatologist and Emeritus Professor Maynooth talks to us about the Mary Robinson Climate Conference and the Gaff Goddess Laura De Barra is back with tips on yellow stains.

Professor John Sweeney Climatologist and Emeritus Professor Maynooth talks to us about the Mary Robinson Climate Conference.

Author of Gaff Goddess and Décor Galore, Laura DeBarra is back with tips on yellow stains.

Ray speaks to Martin Morgan Traveller and Journalist with the Cork Echo, about Traveller Pride Week which kicked off on Monday,

On today's show Ray is joined by our reporter Sinéad who is in Kerry to celebrate the spud with Féile An Phráta the Potato Festival, Brian Lloyd talks to us about the new WHAM documentary, Matt Smith tells us about his plans to create 4,000 acres of Atlantic rainforest and Ray O'Neill and Allison Keating are back with some relationship advice.