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
Telepathy tests with The Godfrey Twins
Youtubers The Godfrey Twins joins Oliver to talk about amassing millions of followers thanks to their twin telepathy tests, comedy sketches and pranks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Darlin’ of Dublin - Ken Doherty on his retirement from snooker
Following the news of his retirement Ken Doherty talks us through his career highlights from World Championship win to his mother’s apple tart deliveries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Alan Cawley's 2026 World Cup preview
Ahead of tonight’s opening match at the World cup Alan Cawley will be previewing the tournament and giving you tips for your Sweepstake teams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Summer Stories to help learn Irish with Patricia Nic Eoin
Dermot speaks to Patricia Nic Eoin, who wants people to rediscover Irish as something enjoyable rather than something they feel they should be doing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Anne Quinn - The lollipop lady retiring with 50 years service
Dermot speaks to School Warden, Anne Quinn, who has been looking after the children of Galway City for five decades!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
36 years since Sheedy put the ball in the English net! - Dermot's Take
Dermot's monologue on a Thursday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Would you like to smell like an midlands bog?
Dermot speaks to performance artist, Luke Casserly, who has collaborated with a renowned perfume maker to create a unique scent of the Midlands bog.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When kids have a big change in their young lives - Reg Igoe
Play therapist Reg Igoe returns to talk about when kids have a big change in their young lives and how endings matter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There's no shame in a chip butty for your tea - Dermot's Take
Dermot's monologue on a Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The ultimate guide to celebrating Pride Month this year
From Dublin Pride and the Mother Block Party to the TV shows, films and musicals everyone is talking about, Olivia Fahy and Conor Behan join us with the ultimate guide to celebrating Pride Month this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fitzy’s Love Island Journey with Ronan Mitchell
Content creator and Galway man, Ronan Michell gives Dermot the low down on Fitzy’s Love Island Journey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Shortest History of Football with Brian Bunk
Ahead of the World Cup, Brian D Bunk takes a look back at the history of soccer with an American historian whose love of the beautiful game started at a Galway United match.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kate Nash on identity, rebellion, and why Ireland feels like home
From Irish dancing trophies to OnlyFans protests and taking on the music industry - Kate Nash joins Dermot to talk identity, rebellion, and why Ireland feels like home. You can catch Kate Nash at the Galway International Arts Festival on Wednesday the 22nd July.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How gaming is an underutilised outlet for connecting with kids
Aidan Fitzmaurice, comedy writer, tells Dermot about visiting classrooms to teach children about comedy and science.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How illness has impacted Holly Carpenter's family
Dermot chats to TV personality and former Miss Ireland, Holly Carpenter, about caring for her father after he got a devastating blood cancer diagnosis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Roy Keane won't be cheering on the English at the World Cup - Dermot's Take
Dermot's monologue on a Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jack Kelly: the Underwater Cameraman comes ashore for a chat!
Dermot meets Jack Kelly, the Galway man whose underwater camera footage of Basking Sharks is starring on BBC’s Springwatch programme.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Irish fans dreaming the impossible dream
Katie Melady; Breege Conway; and Edhyl Larkin tell Dermot how they're preparing for tonight's match against France.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shiv returns to Zimbabwe for the first time in 15 years
Kildare singer-songwriter Shiv joins Dermot to talk about returning to Zimbabwe for the first time in 15 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Riptide Movement celebrate their 20th birthday
Mal Tuohy, John Dalton, and Ger McGarry celebrate the 20th birthday of the Riptide Movement with Dermot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How to get mortgage-ready without losing your mind
Are you applying for a mortgage & wondering what are the Do’s & Don’t’s? Mrs SmartMoney Kel Galavan joins Dermot to talk about everything you need to know, & do, to get application ready.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Support for parents and their kids on picking a career
Stephen Shortt, CEO of CareerFit, tells Dermot how can parents help their kids, and their sanity when it comes to deciding on a career path.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brenda Donohue meets Katie Taylor at Croke Park
Brenda Donohue went along to the press conference and met up with Katie Taylor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daring to celebrate an Irish wedding in the rain - Dermot's Take
Dermot's monologue on a Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Goss from the Monaco Grand Prix with Ali Ryan
We go live to Monaco to chat to Ali Ryan from Goss.ie about the Grand Prix, the Kardashian presence and all the latest celeb news.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Charlie Mackesy returns to the Dalkey Book Festival 2026
Oliver chats to author and illustrator Charlie Mackesy whose book The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse has brought joy to millions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Maïa Dunphy's treasured possessions in Museum of Me
Maïa Dunphy will tell us about the treasured possessions and surprising discoveries about her granny that feature in this week’s Museum of Me.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
CMAT fans have become the Irish version of Swifities! - Oliver's Take
Oliver's monologue on a Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Screen Team with Dave Fanning & Olivia Fahy
Our Screen Team: Olivia Fahy and Dave Fanning get us up to speed on the best TV and films to check out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Les Misérables comes to Dublin with Killian Donnelly
Oliver chats to Killian Donnelly who has been bringing the house down for Les Misérables in Dublin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Visiting Critic: Siobhán Lam goes hunting for gold
Visiting Critic and Home of the Year expert Siobhán Lam went panning for gold in the Wicklow mountains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
David MC on Season 2 of Total Football
David MC tells Oliver about the new season of Total Football. You can watch the first episode of season 2 on Tuesday 9 June at 5:30pm on RTÉ2 and all episodes will be available to stream on the RTÉ Player.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Honey: Imani Thompson's latest thriller
Author Imani Thompson joins Oliver to discuss Honey, her razor-sharp campus thriller turning feminist anger into a darkly addictive page-turner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Nun of Ravensbrück: The Irish Nun Who Defied the Nazis
Cathi Fleming tells Oliver about an incredible historical novel which has a fascinating real-life story behind it; Irish nun Sister Kate McCarthy who was interned in Ravensbruck Concentration Camp during World War 2 and was part of the resistance movement that helped prisoners escape from the Nazis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Blue Lights Awards: celebrating Ireland's frontline workers
Stephen Moore & Jason Gillard tell Oliver about the brand new ‘Blue Lights Awards’. To nominate someone for an award, go to BlueLightAwards.ieSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Wexford became one of Europe's biggest outdoor art festivals
Oliver is joined in studio by Alma Hynes, who is Events Manager of Art in the Open in Wexford, which runs in Wexford from July 25th to August 3rd. For more information or to book tickets visit ArtInTheOpen.org or on instagram @ArtInTheOpen1See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kathryn Stockett's new novel - The Calamity Club
Bestselling author of The Help, Kathryn Stockett tells us about her new novel which is set in 1930s Mississippi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A look at the life and legacy of Charles Haughey
As we approach the 20th anniversary of his death politics professor Gary Murphy takes a look at the life and legacy of Charles J. Haughey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The business and joy of lost treasures with Steven Moore
Raconteur and BBC Antiques Roadshow expert Steven Moore tells Oliver about the business and joy of lost treasures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5th Port Dollymount Sea Scouts go on a rescue mission
5th Port Dollymount Sea Scouts, Gavin Weadick, Laura Daly, Aoibheann Conlon and Oisín Weadick; tell Oliver how they rescued a swimmer who got into difficulty in Dublin Bay.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jobs we should all be doing in the garden right now
Ealma Purcell tells us what jobs we should be doing in the garden right now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What song brings you back to the Leaving Cert? - Oliver's Take
Oliver Callan Oliver's monologue on a Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Maggie O'Farrell's latest novel 'Land'
Irish author Maggie O'Farrell tells us about her new novel “Land”, set during the Famine and inspired by her own family history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Alan Davies goes back on the road after 10 years
Back on stage after 10 years, Oliver catches up with comedian and QI veteran Alan Davies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
All-Ireland SFC draw with Cahir O’Kane
Cahir O’Kane, GAA journalist with the Irish News, talks Oliver through the All-Ireland SFC drawSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The GAA flavoured Love Island villa with Alexandra Ryan
The latest celeb and pop culture news plus all the shenanigans from inside the brand-new GAA flavoured Love Island villa with Alexandra Ryan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Travel: Reinventing resorts with Paul Hackett
Travel expert Paul Hackett tells us how our favourite holiday resorts are reinventing themselves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Roy Keane becomes a father in law, & Dáithí Ó Sé turns 50 - Oliver's Take
Oliver Callan Oliver's monologue on a Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Should kids be given participation medals?
Columnist Niamh O’Reilly tells Oliver how sports day rewards used to drive her crazy until she became a parent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why isn't called July 4th in the USA? - Oliver's Take
Oliver Callan Oliver's monologue on a Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Visiting Critic: Jan Brierton enters a Rage Room
Our Visiting Critic, Jan Brierton, enters a Rage Room in Dublin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dublin Airports' favourite security guard retires after 49 years
Oliver chats to we'll chat to, Dermot Smyth, Dublin Airport's famous Singing Security Man, who retired yesterday after 49 yearsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How to survive life after reality TV with Sophie Anderton
From the wild world of 90s supermodels to finding peace in the Wicklow mountains, Sophie Anderton joins Oliver to talk addiction, trauma, and the wellness retreat that changed her life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Garron Noone is delivering ambulances to Uganda
Garron Noone chats to Oliver from Africa where he’s with a charity delivering ambulances to Uganda.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Blockbusters landing this summer with Olivia Fahy
Journalist Olivia Fahy talk Oliver through the biggest films coming our way this SummerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oh Right, Yeah with Laura O’Connell & Abi Danniston
Oliver chats to comedians Laura O'Connell and Abi Denniston about taking their budding friendship online with their podcast recommended to us by Dawn French last week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How gambling hijacked sport with Darragh McGee
Donegal academic, Dr Darragh McGee, discusses how the gambling industry has dangerously embedded itself into soccer. Imitation Games: How Gambling Hijacked Sport, by Dr Darragh McGee, is out now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Supermarket loyalty schemes
Mrs Smart Money, Kel Galavan, explains how best to make use of the multitude of supermarket loyalty cards and vouchers and clubs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Kabin Crew and Cruinniú na nÓg
Rosaleen Brady, a mentor at the Kabin; and Dylan McCarthy, one of the multi-talented Crew; chat with Oliver.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Better surf in Clare than Bali, & Alan Cumming joins Toy Story - Oliver's Take
Oliver's monologue on a Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fleetwood Mac’s longtime manager Dennis Dunstan
Fleetwood Mac’s longtime manager, Dennis Dunstan, was once described as “the highest paid babysitter in the world”, joins Oliver to tell all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dublin life and returning to the stage with Brianna Corrigan
Brianna Corrigan of the Beautiful South tells Oliver about her Dublin life and returning to the stage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stories of Ireland’s offshore islands with Pamela de Brí
From the Blaskets to Tory to Sherkin and Lambay, artist Pamela de Brí has spent six years painting, researching and uncovering the stories of Ireland’s islands for her exhibition ‘Ar an Imeall’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Summer Style, trends, tips and buys with Megan Fox
Oliver gets all the Summer Style, trends, tips and buys - budget and investment buys for men & women, from stylist Megan FoxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Inside the SNL UK’s writers’ room with Gráinne Maguire
Navan comedian Gráinne Maguire takes Oliver behind the scenes of SNL UK’s writers’ room and meeting Tina Fey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Hollywood sign in Wicklow launches tomorrow
Tommy Tutty, Hollywood Tidy Towns, tells Oliver about the Hollywood sign in Wicklow.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The next Irish Love Islander, and Iannucci to pen Paddington - Oliver's Take
Oliver's monologue on a Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Sheepdog Named Oscar: Love & Companionship in Rural Ireland
Dara Waldron tells Oliver about his new book 'A Sheepdog Named Oscar: Love & Companionship in Rural Ireland' a story of love and companionship in Rural Ireland from one man and his sheepdog.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The hidden worlds of Wild Connemara with Eoin Warner
From basking sharks off the Atlantic coast to red deer roaming beneath the Twelve Bens, wildlife presenter Eoin Warner takes us deep into the hidden worlds of Connemara.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Happily Murrayed with Conor Murray and Joanna Cooper
Content creator Joanna Cooper and her husband, Munster and Ireland rugby legend, Conor Murray tell Oliver about their new podcast ‘Happily Murrayed’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The latest celeb & pop culture goss with Ali Ryan
Ali Ryan, founder of Goss.ie, drops into give us the latest goss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pádraig O’Hora is home after conquering Mount Everest
Oliver catches up with former Mayo intercounty footballer, Pádraig O’Hora, who is just back home after making it to the top of Mount Everest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Strories behind the photo with Kildare star and his Granny at Minor Final
Kildare footballer, Logan Tennyson was slipped €50 by his grandmother, Kathleen Clancy, after scoring a goal in the Leinster Minor Football Final.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Screen Team: Dave Fanning & Olivia Fahy with screening tips
Our screen team, Oliva Fahy, Entertainment Journalist; and Dave Fanning guide us through the best viewing ahead of the weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Some lifestyle trends for Summer 2026 with Vicki Notaro
Vicki Notaro joins Oliver with the big lifestyle trends for summer 2026 in dating, food, drinks, travel, fashion, beauty & homes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Visiting Critic: maestro David Brophy plays the bagpipes!
The conductor becomes the conductee – maestro David Brophy takes on the bagpipes as our Visiting Critic!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rugby Champions Cup Final preview with Tommy Bowe
Ireland legend Tommy Bowe previews the Rugby Champions Cup Final and of course Ulster’s 20-year wait for silverware could end in Bilbao in the Challenge Cup final.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Books on Board - The Dublin Bus Book Club
Oliver speaks to Carmel Ryan, who spends a lot of time on buses and has decided to sign up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's ‘bad timing’ for Trump Jr.’s wedding - Oliver's Take
Oliver's monologue on a Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sarah Gilmartin and her latest novel 'Little Vanities'
Oliver chats to author Sarah Gilmartin about her latest novel Little Vanities, which tells the story of a tight knit trio whose ties start to unravel due to all kinds of desires.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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