Oliver Callan
Oliver Callan charms the nation with the best of entertainment, trending topics, sports, the arts and everything in between - all with a touch of craic.
Episodes
Jay Duffy moves from the small screen to the big stage
From building a successful screen career to trekking Uganda's Mountains and now returning to West Story in Concert, Jay Duffy joins Oliver for a chat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Surviving Sepsis and call for follow-up care & awareness
Katelyn Walsh tells Oliver about her serious brush with sepsis while interning as a nursing student and is on a mission to create awareness about it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Richard Malone's soft sculptures from a lambing shed
Wexford artist Richard Malone tells Oliver about making soft sculptures from a lambing shed in Stradbally.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ireland's first international and migrant inclusive Gaelic team
With the GAA World Games now in full swing down in Waterford, Oliver is joined by members of Ireland's first explicitly international and migrant inclusive Gaelic team, Na Gaeil Nua.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aunties of agony with Sharon Mannion and Norma Sheahan
Who better to banish any undercurrent of woes or worries but our aunties of agony, Norma Sheahan and Sharon Mannion?!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A preview for the World Cup semi-finals with Alan Cawley
The semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup get underway tonight. Alan Cawley is beside himself with excitement and joins Oliver in studio next.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is there an option to rat out shoddy public services? - Oliver's Take
Oliver's monologue on Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A ‘re-imagining’ of vintage couture with Helen Cody
Dermot talks to one of Ireland’s foremost fashion designers, Helen Cody, about finding her latest pivot in life and all things sartorial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eoghan Matthews - the CEO and Co-Founder of CeolConnect
Dermot is joined by Eoghan Matthews, the CEO and Co-Founder of CeolConnect, a new music platform looking to simplify that music-booking process in Ireland for artists and venues alike.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The latest celeb news and goss with Ali Ryan
Ali Ryan, Founder of Goss.ie, is back with all the latest celeb news and goss!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Reggae royalty Julian Marley is heading to Dublin
Ahead of his gig in Dublin, Dermot speaks to reggae royalty Julian Marley, the Grammy-award winning musician and son of the legendary Bob Marley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Jagger Jinx has been lifted! - Dermot's Take
Dermot's monologue on Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Reaction to the weekend's GAA results with Maurice Brosnan
Maurice Brosnan give his reaction to the weekend's GAA results.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Greek Mythology on screen with Olivia Fahy
Entertainment journalist Olivia Fahy will look at Greek Mythology on screen from ‘Troy’ to ‘Hercules’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brenda Donohue dips her toes into Ballinakill Pool
Brenda Donohue is dipping her toes into Ballinakill Pool in Co Laois, and meeting like-minded water ducks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Letter Writing Exchange Programme for grown-ups
Kayla Hertz from Fingal Libraries tells Dermot about setting up a Letter Writing Exchange Programme for grown-ups.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hopscotch was a bit too easy! - Dermot's Take
Dermot's monologue on Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
‘Ahead of the Game’ with Martin Stackpoole
Dermot is joined by a former Kerry captain, Martin Stackpoole to talk about the Gaelic Players Associations new Movember campaign ‘Ahead of the Game’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jane Cowan pleads with men to keep their tops on!
With temperatures set to rise even higher over the weekend, columnist Jane Cowan explains why she’s pleading with men to keep their tops on!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Be a Kid for a Day Adult Camp - Playful Edition
Kelly Casey from Flying High Fitness, tells Dermot about the 'Be a Kid for a Day Adult Camp'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How to brew the perfect cup of tea with Daniel O'Donnell
The Prince of Donegal, Daniel O’Donnell joins Dermot in studio to talk comeback concerts and how to brew the perfect cup of tea. ‘Boil the Kettle’ for Relay for Life, Donegal is on Tuesday 28th July from 12pm to 4pm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Alan Cawley's World Cup Quarter Finals preview
Ahead of the World Cup Quarter Finals, RTÉ soccer pundit Alan Cawley shares his thoughts on the remaining 8 teams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Katie Honan's new play 'The Far Away Sun'
Katie Honan, Writer & Actor, tells Dermot about a new play exploring the neurological connection between memory and imagination.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
More than a Game: From D1 to Pyla with Garda Brian Woods
Garda Brian Woods tells Dermot how Dublin teens from the Belvedere Youth Club broadened their horizons with Greek and Turkish Cypriot teenagers, who share many of the same hopes and dreams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Loss, Hope & an Unfinished Kayaking Adventure - Katie Carr
Dermot speaks to Katie Carr, the inspiring woman who kayaked around the coast of Ireland to honor her brother Toby’s memory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Have you got front door jacket anxiety too? - Dermot's Take
Dermot's monologue on Thursday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Dice Players performing arts studio with Dessie Hickey
Former actor Dessie Hickey tells Dermot how he was forced to pivot after a serious accident in his younger years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How to get the most out of 'Family Time' with Reg Igoe
Play therapist Reg Igoe returns to talk about using the summer holidays to “be in the moment” with our kids.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Carrickmacross Lace showcased in Paris
Fresh from Paris, fashion designer Natalie B Coleman drops in to tell us about a gorgeous project that has put Carrickmacross lace on the Haute Couture stage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25 years of The Office on our screens
Eoin Sweeney, Broadcaster and producer, joins Dermot to give us a little refresher on what made The Office so great!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What are we meant to do with no World Cup tonight? - Dermot's Take
Dermot's monologue on Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Freya Ridings brings her 'Mother of Pearl' Tour to Ireland
Singer-songwriter Freya Ridings tells Dermot about heartbreak anthems, her Irish connections and gigging with Hozier.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How do you go about picking the perfect sunglasses for your face?
Anne-Marie Gannon joins Dermot to give us some sunglasses tips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The O'Flaherty Humanitarian Medal with Jerry O'Grady
Jerry O’Grady from the Hugh O’Flaherty Memorial Society tells Dermot all about the The O'Flaherty Humanitarian Medal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An Mháthair: Irish-language film to highlight one-punch attack
After a random one-punch attack, Dermot speaks to award-winning Dublin filmmaker Vincent Gallagher who has turned that experience into a powerful new Irish-language film. An Mháthair premieres on July 9th at 4pm in the Town Hall Theatre at the Galway Film Fleadh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The culture, cuisine and coasts of Colombia
Ahead of their national day, Dermot speaks to Carlos Padrón Barrios and Lucia Duggan, two Colombians living in Ireland, about culture, food and football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How did Donald Trump's World Cup intervention go? - Dermot's Take
Dermot's monologue on a Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Does Ireland have an American-style "credit score"?
Did you know Ireland doesn’t actually use an American-style "credit score"? Mrs Smart Money Kel Galavan explains all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Electrolytes with Dr. Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh
Dr. Maire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh, medical doctor who also works a lot in high performance, tells Dermot all about Electrolytes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brenda Donohue meets Shania Twain super fans in Limerick
Brenda Donohue reports live from Limerick ahead of her concert in Thomond Park.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Pogues Greatest Hits Tour with Spider Stacy
Spider Stacy of The Pogues tells Dermot about the band's new Greatest Hits tour, the legacy of Shane MacGowan, surviving the wild years, and why a new generation are discovering the band.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Hills of Cork City are alive with The Sound of Music
Fresh off the stage from their rehearsals in the Cork Opera House the cast of The Sound of Music will perform live in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Summer wardrobe debate of shorts in the office - Dermot's Take
Dermot's monologue on a Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The scrap metal merchant who saved an aeroplane from being scrapped
Dermot speaks to Eddie O’Sullivan from Cork Metal Company, who has been scrapping all kinds of things over the years and decades.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
All-Ireland SHC semi-finals recap with Maurice Brosnan
Maurice Brosnan, Senior Sportswriter with the Irish Examiner joins Dermot to talk through all of the matches.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Love Island update and a correct use of Irish insults
Ronan Mitchell gives an update on all things Love Island, and Leon Brown gives tips on Irish phrases they could use on the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brenda Donohue meets some Argentina & Cape Verde fans
Brenda Donohue is at the popular Argentinian bakery, Bakeology, in Meath Street in Dublin with some Pico and now Cape Verde fans and Argentinian fans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
‘Doocey Half-Sees Whodunnit’ by Tom McAndrew
Author Tom McAndrew tells Oliver about his debut novel ‘Doocey Half-Sees Whodunnit’, a tale of a crime-fighting visually impaired detective, inspired by Tom’s own experiences with eyesight difficulties.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Are Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce getting married tonight?
Danielle Mahoney, Founder and Editor of Missy.ie, gives all the details on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Screen Team with Olivia Fahy and Dave Fanning
Our ‘Screen Team’ Olivia Fahy and Dave Fanning bring us the best big and small screen action for those who don’t care about the World cup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Visiting Critic: Rory O’Hanlon goes to The Devil Wears Prada
Comedian Rory O’Hanlon goes outside the comfort zone of his macho south county Dublin persona with a mix of high fashion and musical theatre as this week’s Visiting Critic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Alan Cawley's World Cup roundup and predictions
Ahead of the final 16, pundit Alan Cawley returns to assess the biggest talking points from this week’s World Cup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What happened to Danny Murphy's cat? - Oliver's Take
Oliver's monologue on a Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cures from The Hollow with Sarah McKenna Dunne
Sarah McKenna Dunne tells Oliver about documenting cures and traditional healing practices in various counties. For more information go to curesfromthehollow.ie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Karen Harte's first début graphic novel – Effie is Offline
Oliver chats to, Karen Harte, the illustrator behind the incredibly popular Millie McCarthy series about her first début graphic novel – Effie is Offline.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cheap European Homes with Kevin McGahern
Kevin McGahern wants you to be on the next series of Cheap European Homes. If you are interested in participating contact casting@av3.ie to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Were 1980s summers in Ireland better than they are now?
Niamh O'Reilly looks back with rose tinted glasses at past childhood summers. For more from Niamh visit niamhoreilly.ie and you can read her ‘Raising them Right’ parenting columns on TheJournal.ieSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Judie is on her way to see her son Pico Lopes play in the World Cup
Judie Lopes, Pico’s mum, joins Oliver as she sets off to Orlando to see Cape Verde play against Argentina.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Award winning photo of a lamb and a fox by Rossa Bracken
Kathy Phelan Bracken, and her son, Rossa Bracken, tell Oliver about his photo of a lamb with a fox.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Children's Summer reads: Books for teens
Elaina Ryan, CEO of Children’s Books Ireland; Theo Flynn (16); Grace Leonard (16). Books reviewed: Gone for Good, Runaway Road.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The 2026 Children's Summer Book Show Special
Elaina Ryan, CEO of Children’s Books Ireland; Theo Flynn; Grace Leonard; Caoileann Ní Fhiannachta; Erin Hearne; Lucy Hartnett; Aisling Hearne; Keelan Hearne; Méabh Collaren review all the books for this summer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Moriarty is opening his first restaurant in Dublin
Mark Moriarty tells Oliver what he has learnt from his years in Michelin restaurants and about opening his own place.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Children's Summer reads: Books for kids aged 12 to 14
Elaina Ryan, CEO of Children’s Books Ireland; Lucy Hartnett (14); Méabh Collaren (12). Books reviewed: Looking for Aurora, From the Top Sally Flynn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shane Casey's World Cup round-up
Young Offenders star and co-host of the RTE vodcast Up All Night, Shane Casey, joins Oliver as the World Cup continues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The lowdown on Fitzy’s Love Island journey so far
Content creator and Galway man, Ronan Mitchell, and Brenda Donohue join Oliver with the lowdown on Fitzy’s Love Island journey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Children's Summer reads: Books for kids aged 10 to 12
Elaina Ryan, CEO of Children’s Books Ireland; Aisling Hearne (12); Keelan Hearne (11) review The Thing about Giants, Saving Grace, The Case of the Disappearing Double, and The Common CriminalsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Children's Summer reads: Books for kids aged 0 to 8
Elaina Ryan, CEO of Children’s Books Ireland; Caoileann Ní Fhiannachta (8); Erin Hearne (7); Books review The Flying Feminist, When Tad Kicked Vlad by Julian Gough, Pablo and Splash Viking, Koalas in Capes: The Zombie and Lúiscín.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bach, Bows and Arrows with Julian Lloyd Webber
From a bohemian childhood with his brother Andrew, to losing his livelihood overnight through injury, cellist Julian Lloyd Webber tells Oliver about his return to the stage at 75.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Celtic Exodus: The Musical with Brian Warfield & Larry Bass
Brian Warfield, lead songwriter with the Wolfe Tones; and Larry Bass, Founder of ShinAwil Productions; tells Oliver how they've teamed up to bring Celtic Exodus - The Musical to the historic setting of The Mansion House in Dublin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How sound are Metallica?! - Oliver's Take
Oliver's monologue on a Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stuart Grehan - one of Irish golf's greatest comebacks
Stuart Grehan joins Oliver to tell the remarkable story behind one of Irish golf's greatest comebacks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Carmel Felle ‘The Queen of Blanch’ retires
Blanchardstown’s finest Carmel Felle tells us about hanging up her boots and retiring from the newsagents she has ran for over 25 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How to survive the school holidays with kids and teenagers
Mary McCarthy, columnist with the Irish Independent, gives Oliver tips on how to survive the school holidays with kids and dogs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
David McKean on the remarkable story of Thomas McKean
Historian and former US ambassador David McKean tells the remarkable story of his ancestor, Thomas McKean – the last man to sign the Declaration of Independence and one of America's forgotten Founding Fathers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What's it like to work for the NSPCA?
Oliver chats to Shane Lawlor and Dr. Alex Kavanagh, two NSPCA professionals who’ve dedicated their lives to caring for lost, neglected, and abused animals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Do we really have to talk about the quarter finals? - Oliver's Take
Oliver's monologue on a Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When Judy Garland came to Ireland in 1951
Conor Doyle tells Oliver about the extraordinary story of when Hollywood legend Judy Garland played to thousands of people in Dublin’s Theatre Royal for two weeks in 1951.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Wee County reach their first semi-final since 1957
Dan Bannon, Louth and Proud Podcast; and Maurice Brosnan, Senior sportswriter with the Irish Examiner;See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The latest celeb goss and news with Ali Ryan
We get the latest on Love Island - influencer Charlene Murphy is the new Irish hope joining Galway defender Fitzy in the show. Alexandra Ryan from Goss.ie tells Oliver how they’re getting on!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Visiting Critic - Jackie McCarthy-O’Brien goes underground
This week’s Visiting Critic – former Irish soccer player and rugby player Jackie McCarthy O’Brien reports back on her visit to the Aillwee Burren Experience in Ballyvaughan, co Clare.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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