Whelan hits record high as 2FM top for young listeners Brendan O'Connor, Marty Whelan, and Oliver Callan have seen big gains in the latest round of JNLRs, with 2FM the most-listened-to radio station for 15-34-year-olds. Radio • 06 Feb
Whelan hits record high as 2FM top for young listeners Brendan O'Connor, Marty Whelan, and Oliver Callan have seen big gains in the latest round of JNLRs, with 2FM the most-listened-to radio station for 15-34-year-olds. Radio • 06 Feb
Carl Mullan opens up on body image and fatherhood 2FM Breakfast host Carl Mullan opened up about body image and fatherhood in a wide-ranging interview on Brendan O'Connor's RTÉ Radio 1 show. Radio • 14 Jul 24
Carl Mullan opens up on body image and fatherhood 2FM Breakfast host Carl Mullan opened up about body image and fatherhood in a wide-ranging interview on Brendan O'Connor's RTÉ Radio 1 show. Radio • 14 Jul 24
Springsteen: 'Our Irish audience is very special to us' Rock legend Bruce Springsteen has said he and his band feel "a great warmth" when they visit Ireland and admits "it is completely appreciated" by himself and his group. Music • 22 Nov 22
Springsteen: 'Our Irish audience is very special to us' Rock legend Bruce Springsteen has said he and his band feel "a great warmth" when they visit Ireland and admits "it is completely appreciated" by himself and his group. Music • 22 Nov 22
Harry Styles at Slane 'a show we have to do' Slane Castle owner Lord Henry Mountcharles has told the Brendan O'Connor Show on RTÉ Radio 1 that Harry Styles' just-announced June 2023 date at the iconic venue is "a show we have to do". Music • 27 Aug 22
Harry Styles at Slane 'a show we have to do' Slane Castle owner Lord Henry Mountcharles has told the Brendan O'Connor Show on RTÉ Radio 1 that Harry Styles' just-announced June 2023 date at the iconic venue is "a show we have to do". Music • 27 Aug 22
Sinéad O'Connor eyes new gig as columnist The editor of the Sunday Independent, Alan English, has said Sinéad O'Connor has contacted him about becoming a columnist in the newspaper. Music • 07 Jun 21
Sinéad O'Connor eyes new gig as columnist The editor of the Sunday Independent, Alan English, has said Sinéad O'Connor has contacted him about becoming a columnist in the newspaper. Music • 07 Jun 21
Amanda Byram: 'I was struggling inside for a long time' Amanda Byram has shared the story behind her "raw and honest" book The Switch, telling Brendan O'Connor on RTÉ Radio 1: "I was struggling inside for a very, very long time." Radio • 05 Oct 20
Amanda Byram: 'I was struggling inside for a long time' Amanda Byram has shared the story behind her "raw and honest" book The Switch, telling Brendan O'Connor on RTÉ Radio 1: "I was struggling inside for a very, very long time." Radio • 05 Oct 20
Brent Pope makes heartfelt appeal on loneliness Brent Pope has given a heartfelt interview on RTÉ Radio 1's Brendan O'Connor Show about loneliness and anxiety in the wake of the Covid-19 emergency, telling listeners: "You're not alone." Trending • 19 Jul 20
Brent Pope makes heartfelt appeal on loneliness Brent Pope has given a heartfelt interview on RTÉ Radio 1's Brendan O'Connor Show about loneliness and anxiety in the wake of the Covid-19 emergency, telling listeners: "You're not alone." Trending • 19 Jul 20
Keith Walsh makes powerful mental health appeal Presenter Keith Walsh made a powerful mental health appeal on Saturday's Brendan O'Connor Show on RTÉ Radio 1, telling listeners: "We have time now to start thinking about who we are, and where we're at." Radio • 20 Jun 20
Keith Walsh makes powerful mental health appeal Presenter Keith Walsh made a powerful mental health appeal on Saturday's Brendan O'Connor Show on RTÉ Radio 1, telling listeners: "We have time now to start thinking about who we are, and where we're at." Radio • 20 Jun 20
Melanie C says self-compassion came with age Melanie C has told the Brendan O'Connor Show on RTÉ Radio 1 that her self-acceptance and compassion came with age. Music • 30 May 20
Melanie C says self-compassion came with age Melanie C has told the Brendan O'Connor Show on RTÉ Radio 1 that her self-acceptance and compassion came with age. Music • 30 May 20
O'Connor gets RTÉ Radio 1 weekend mid-morning slot Brendan O'Connor has been announced as the new presenter for RTÉ Radio 1's weekend mid-morning programme, following the death of Marian Finucane last January. Radio • 14 Feb 20
O'Connor gets RTÉ Radio 1 weekend mid-morning slot Brendan O'Connor has been announced as the new presenter for RTÉ Radio 1's weekend mid-morning programme, following the death of Marian Finucane last January. Radio • 14 Feb 20
What's on? TV highlights for Wednesday It's a fine night for finales as Brendan O'Connor's Cutting Edge, Chimerica, Earth from Space and Grey's Anatomy all bow out . . . Television • 08 May 19
What's on? TV highlights for Wednesday It's a fine night for finales as Brendan O'Connor's Cutting Edge, Chimerica, Earth from Space and Grey's Anatomy all bow out . . . Television • 08 May 19
What's on? TV highlights for Wednesday March 20 Married at First Sight, Brendan O'Connor's Cutting Edge and Billions are all back, while new Channel 4 show Mums Make Porn certainly has an eye-catching title . . . Television • 20 Mar 19
What's on? TV highlights for Wednesday March 20 Married at First Sight, Brendan O'Connor's Cutting Edge and Billions are all back, while new Channel 4 show Mums Make Porn certainly has an eye-catching title . . . Television • 20 Mar 19
Nile Rodgers reveals heartbreak of mother's Alzheimer's Chic's Nile Rodgers has opened up to Brendan O'Connor about caring for his mother Beverly, who is suffering from advanced Alzheimer's disease, saying "it is really breaking my heart". Television • 31 Aug 18
Nile Rodgers reveals heartbreak of mother's Alzheimer's Chic's Nile Rodgers has opened up to Brendan O'Connor about caring for his mother Beverly, who is suffering from advanced Alzheimer's disease, saying "it is really breaking my heart". Television • 31 Aug 18
Majella lets love light shine in moving interview Majella O'Donnell let her love light shine in the first episode of the new series Brendan O'Connor's Time Out on RTÉ One on Friday night with a deeply moving interview that showed the healing power of finding a soulmate, and leaving the past behind. Television • 18 Aug 18
Majella lets love light shine in moving interview Majella O'Donnell let her love light shine in the first episode of the new series Brendan O'Connor's Time Out on RTÉ One on Friday night with a deeply moving interview that showed the healing power of finding a soulmate, and leaving the past behind. Television • 18 Aug 18
What's on? TV picks for Friday, Saturday and Sunday If you're going no further than the sofa, here are some tips on what's worth watching on the box between Friday and Sunday. As ever, it's a busy one . . . Television • 20 Aug 18
What's on? TV picks for Friday, Saturday and Sunday If you're going no further than the sofa, here are some tips on what's worth watching on the box between Friday and Sunday. As ever, it's a busy one . . . Television • 20 Aug 18
John Boyne recalls cry for help following break-up Irish author John Boyne has opened up about the pain of his 11-year relationship breaking up and how he ended up in hospital after taking "too many pills", which he described as "a cry for help". Books • 12 Aug 18
John Boyne recalls cry for help following break-up Irish author John Boyne has opened up about the pain of his 11-year relationship breaking up and how he ended up in hospital after taking "too many pills", which he described as "a cry for help". Books • 12 Aug 18
Young Offenders leads IFTA television nominations The Young Offenders leads the way as this year's Irish Film and Television Award nominations are announced, with the RTÉ2 series shortlisted in seven categories. Television • 10 May 18
Young Offenders leads IFTA television nominations The Young Offenders leads the way as this year's Irish Film and Television Award nominations are announced, with the RTÉ2 series shortlisted in seven categories. Television • 10 May 18
This week's Late Late Show guests have been revealed One of Ireland's most popular social media and fashion stars Pippa O'Connor will join Ryan Tubridy alongside author Louise O'Neill and presenter and journalist Brendan O'Connor. Television • 08 Mar 18
This week's Late Late Show guests have been revealed One of Ireland's most popular social media and fashion stars Pippa O'Connor will join Ryan Tubridy alongside author Louise O'Neill and presenter and journalist Brendan O'Connor. Television • 08 Mar 18
Liam Ó Maonlaí in moving tribute to Dolores O'Riordan Singer Liam Ó Maonlaí has paid an emotional tribute to Dolores O'Riordan, saying it is "just impossible to believe that she's gone". Dolores O'Riordan • 20 Jan 18
Liam Ó Maonlaí in moving tribute to Dolores O'Riordan Singer Liam Ó Maonlaí has paid an emotional tribute to Dolores O'Riordan, saying it is "just impossible to believe that she's gone". Dolores O'Riordan • 20 Jan 18
Al Porter says Blind Date isn't like Take Me Out Comedian and presenter Al Porter says the upcoming Irish version of Blind Date isn't like the quickfire dating show Take Me Out, because some of the contestants are really looking for love. Al Porter • 01 Aug 17
Al Porter says Blind Date isn't like Take Me Out Comedian and presenter Al Porter says the upcoming Irish version of Blind Date isn't like the quickfire dating show Take Me Out, because some of the contestants are really looking for love. Al Porter • 01 Aug 17
Vogue Williams says she may become a single parent Presenter and model Vogue Williams has said she has decided she will become a single parent if she doesn't already have children by the age of 35. vogue williams • 06 Apr 17
Vogue Williams says she may become a single parent Presenter and model Vogue Williams has said she has decided she will become a single parent if she doesn't already have children by the age of 35. vogue williams • 06 Apr 17
Spencer Matthews confirms relationship with Vogue Made in Chelsea's Spencer Matthews confirmed he is dating Irish model, DJ and TV presenter Vogue Williams during a Facebook Live chat with Brendan O'Connor. vogue williams • 31 Mar 17
Spencer Matthews confirms relationship with Vogue Made in Chelsea's Spencer Matthews confirmed he is dating Irish model, DJ and TV presenter Vogue Williams during a Facebook Live chat with Brendan O'Connor. vogue williams • 31 Mar 17
Cutting Edge and today's other TV Highlights Al Porter is among Brendan O'Connor's guests as The Cutting Edge returns for a new run, while Gogglebox Ireland takes a look at Saint Patrick's Day telly. television highlights • 22 Mar 17
Cutting Edge and today's other TV Highlights Al Porter is among Brendan O'Connor's guests as The Cutting Edge returns for a new run, while Gogglebox Ireland takes a look at Saint Patrick's Day telly. television highlights • 22 Mar 17
Al Porter praised after revealing stigma of depression Comedian Al Porter has revealed his struggles with depression and has said the stigma about the condition even forced him to hide his medication after he was prescribed anti-depressants by a doctor. Entertainment • 17 Nov 16
Al Porter praised after revealing stigma of depression Comedian Al Porter has revealed his struggles with depression and has said the stigma about the condition even forced him to hide his medication after he was prescribed anti-depressants by a doctor. Entertainment • 17 Nov 16
O'Connor says new show is a sprint, not a marathon Brendan O'Connor is coming back to our television screens with his new panel show Brendan O'Connor's Cutting Edge, and he has said he hopes it will have the energy of a sprint in comparison to the marathon that was The Saturday Night Show. Entertainment • 18 May 16
O'Connor says new show is a sprint, not a marathon Brendan O'Connor is coming back to our television screens with his new panel show Brendan O'Connor's Cutting Edge, and he has said he hopes it will have the energy of a sprint in comparison to the marathon that was The Saturday Night Show. Entertainment • 18 May 16
