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Newstalk Breakfast

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Presented by Anton Savage, a seasoned broadcaster and communications expert, this show has everything you need – and want – to know first thing each morning, brought to you with insight, intelligence and wit.

CONVERSATION THAT COUNTS | Ireland’s national independent talk station for news, sport, analysis and entertainment

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Latest Episodes

There is an ongoing cost-of-living crisis in Ireland that needs to be urgently addressed by the government. That’s according to a private members motion to be debated in the Dáil this evening. 

To debate this further was Richard Boyd Barrett People ... more

Waterford is under a Status Orange rain warning with further warning to kicking in in Dublin while 9 other counties across the country are under a yellow warning 

There are particular concerns for Wicklow, following a week of heavy rain and flooding... more

Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern joined Anton in studio to discuss global politics, a path to peace, and former Northern Ireland Secretary Peter Mandelson and Former Special Envoy to Northern Ireland George Mitchell's reported links to Jeffrey Epstein.

British Justice Secretary David Lammy has described an Irish bus driver who was sacked after chasing a thief as a hero.  He told the house of commons that Mark Hehir, originally from Limerick and now living in north-west London, deserves public suppo... more

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Recent Guests

Paudie Maloney
Retired prison officer, known for his role on The Traitors and currently participating in Dancing with the Stars
Episode: Paudie Maloney on life after The Traitors
Professor Rhodri Cusack
Professor at Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience and co-author of the research
Trinity College Institute of Neuroscience
Episode: Babies can categorise objects better at two months than previously known
Holly O'Neill
Meteorologist with Met Eireann
Met Eireann
Episode: A status yellow weather warning in place in South East
Ceara Donoghue
Editor with CompleteCar.ie
CompleteCar.ie
Episode: Vans and small trucks drivers are nearly twice as likely to use mobile phones
Emily Keegan
Newstalk Reporter covering on-the-ground situations regarding flooding.
Newstalk
Episode: Further floods expected across the country
Dr. Ann-Marie Creaven
Associate Professor in psychology at the University of Limerick
University of Limerick
Episode: Is it ever okay to dump a friend?
Dr. Lina Khatib
Associate Fellow at Chatham House
Chatham House
Episode: US military builds up in Gulf
Simon Barry
Director of Research, Advocacy and International at the CCPC
CCPC
Episode: Consumer watchdog warns businesses to make tipping easy
Rosie Bisset
CEO of Dyslexia Ireland
Dyslexia Ireland
Episode: 30,000 students to be granted extra time in State exams this year

Hosts

Ciara Kelly
Co-host of Newstalk Breakfast
Shane Coleman
Co-host of Newstalk Breakfast

Reviews

3.1 out of 5 stars from 156 ratings
  • John Gubbons

    Would you ever piss off. Sick of listening to him 🙄

    Apple Podcasts
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    Big Mikey 1
    Irelanda year ago
  • Eamon Ryan

    Thank god we won’t have to listen to this lad and his crowd for much longer 💪💪

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Big Mikey 1
    Irelanda year ago
  • Stop shouting

    Would like to get the opinions of the guests and not the presenters . Shouty screechy interrupting and the cutting guests off quickly as they only give them short amount of time . They Ciara and Shane then just argue with each other . Two too many egos here

    Apple Podcasts
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    nxxxtt
    Irelanda year ago
  • Brenda Power

    Give it a rest

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Big Mikey 1
    Ireland3 years ago
  • Very good!

    Podchaser
    5
    Micsap
    4 years ago

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The chemistry between the hosts is enjoyable, making current events engaging and easy to digest.
Listeners appreciate the mix of serious discussion with light-hearted banter, keeping the content fresh and entertaining.
Negative feedback highlights occasional interruptions during guest segments, suggesting improvements could be made in format.
There are concerns about the updates being infrequent, with some segments being too lengthy for podcast format.
Several listeners praise the variety of guests and topics, providing a well-rounded morning briefing.

Chart Rankings

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#113
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Apple Podcasts
#26
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#195
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Redress scheme owners of defective Celtic Tiger apartments soon before Dáil
Q: When is it likely to progress and when will people get the money that they're owed?
Micheál Carrigy stated that the scheme will be progressed quickly, fast-tracked into the Dáil and Shannon over the next number of months.
Bill to abolish three-day abortion wait introduced
Q: Eilis, why do you want to maintain the three-day wait?
Eilis argued that the three-day wait has been beneficial for many women who have utilized it to reconsider their decision, providing critical data that supports maintaining the waiting period.
Bill to abolish three-day abortion wait introduced
Q: What exactly is this proposed change and what difference will it make?
Karen explained that the current legislation requires a three-day wait after initial consultation for abortion services, causing distress, and emphasized that quicker access aligns with best practices.
2025 saw a drop in the number of checkpoints Gardaí carrying out
Q: What did the details of the numbers you received reveal?
The number of roadside tests was significantly lower in 2025 compared to previous years while road deaths increased.
Is it ever okay to dump a friend?
Q: How can you explain the phenomenon of friends reconnecting seamlessly after a long absence?
This typically happens when a friendship is strong and meaningful, allowing for a natural reconnection without hard feelings about absence.

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This show delivers a comprehensive blend of current events, politics, and light-hearted banter, designed to engage listeners as they start their day. Hosts communicate a mix of serious discussions on pressing social issues, light-hearted commentary, and interviews with noteworthy guests across a variety of fields including politics, health, and entertainment. Listeners can expect to hear updates on major news stories while also enjoying lively debates and expert opinions.

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2. Professor Rhodri Cusack
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4. Ceara Donoghue
5. Emily Keegan
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