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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 Listen to Newstalk at http://newstalk.com/listenlive | Download the GoLoud app now, the new home for Newstalk

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  1. Elon Musk and his flying car!

    Many parts of the world are still working to figure out if and how driverless cars will work. But Elon Musk and Tesla now have their eyes set on a new innovation flying cars. For more on this Anton spoke to Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly.

  2. The latest on the riots across France

    More than 2,000 people have been arrested after police clashed with protesters across France. For the latest on the situation there Anton spoke to John Litchfield veteran Journalist based in Paris.

  3. New public sector pay deal talks take place today

    Formal negotiations on a new public sector pay deal are due to begin at the Workplace Relations Commission today. This comes with Taoiseach Micheál Martin saying any agreement must improve productivity across the public service while protecting lower-paid workers. We get the latest with Political...

  4. Did You See?

    We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Harry Browne Retired Media Lecturer in TUD and Host of the Ditch Podcast.

  5. Where does gaming end and gambling begin?

    With the release of Grand Theft Auto VI and other videos games ahead of the Christmas season. The Drug and Alcohol Task Forces are asking parents to look beyond the hype and consider an increasingly important question: where does gaming end and gambling begin? Anton discusses this further with…

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  6. An “explosion” in octopus numbers off the UK coast

    An “explosion” in octopus numbers off the UK coast is causing havoc in the populations of crabs, lobsters, whelks, clams, and mussels and threatening livelihoods, according to Fishermen. We get the details from Marine Biologist Rowan Byrne of Marinecreatures.com.

  7. Police clash with protesters across France

    More than 2,000 people have been arrested after police clashed with protesters across France. With politicians calling for the resignation of the Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez. Speaking to Anton with more on his was Freelance Journalist in France Jamie Smith-Maillet.

  8. Time to prepare for 100-year Lives

    As many as one in three children born in Ireland today are expected to live to 100. That is according to The 100 Year Lives Project. But what needs to change so that we're prepared? To discuss with Anton was Karen Hand, Social Psychologist co author of the The 100 Year Lives Project with Carolyn...

  9. Man dies following an assault in Dublin

    A man who died following an assault in Dublin in the early hours of Sunday morning has been named locally as Jamie Bailey. Anton got the details on this story with Reporter with Independent News and Media, Conor Feehan.

  10. Videos of dangerous driving remain on social media

    Recently,representatives from TikTok, Meta, Google and Coimisiún na Meán appeared at an Oireachtas Media Committee. They were there to answer questions on how and why videos appeared on the platforms showcasing dangerous driving. Has anything changed since? Anton asked Newstalk’s Technology...

  11. Experimental drug shows potential to alleviate eczema

    An experimental drug developed by a company co-founded by Trinity College scientist Professor Luke O’Neill has shown potential to relieve the symptoms of eczema. Luke joined Anton to discuss the research and findings.

  12. Why will Jeffrey Donaldson only serve half his sentence?

    Jeffrey Donaldson is to walk free from prison in just over seven years despite his fifteen-year prison sentence, but how? To explain was Allison Morris Crime Correspondent with the Belfast Telegraph.

  13. Waterford community prepare for English family funeral

    Philip English his wife Kim and two of their children lost their lives after their home in Waterford was set on fire. Funeral arrangements have been announced. Damien Tiernan Broadcaster at WLR and friend of Philip English joined Anton this morning.

  14. Could you do a 24-hour cyber break?

    More than a third of 8–12-year-olds and two-thirds of 12–15-year-olds have no time restrictions on online activity. Today Cyber Safe Kids are urging families to take a 24-hour Cyber Break. Speaking to Anton was the CEO Cyber Safe Kids, Alex Cooney.

  15. EU is considering temporary subsidies for fossil fuels

    Rising oil and gas prices, driven by conflict in the Middle East, are putting pressure on households and businesses across Europe. Should the priority be lowering bills or protecting the planet? Anton discusses this further with Oisin Coghlan Policy Advisor to the Irish Environmental Network and...

  16. Television consumption is increasingly moving online

    Ireland may need to plan for a future without traditional free-to-air television, according to communications regulator ComReg. To look into this further with Anton was the Technology Writer with the Irish Times Ciara O'Brien.

  17. Did You See?

    We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Gabija Gataveckaite BBC Dublin Correspondent.

  18. The trial of Russell Brand continues

    The trial of Russell Brand, who is charged with rape and other offences continues. We get the latest from what happened in court with Bauer Media London Reporter Claire Boad.

  19. Trump calls off livestream of execution by firing squad

    Donald Trump has cancelled plans to livestream the execution of former US army psychiatrist Nidal Hasan, following widespread criticism. Anton got the details from Washington Bureau Chief, The Guardian David Smith.

  20. Two people have been arrested over Waterford arson attack

    Two people have been arrested over the arson attack in Waterford city that claimed the lives of four members of the English family on Tuesday. For the latest on this was Irish Times Crime and Security Editor Conor Lally.

  21. Would you become penpals with a deathrow inmate?

    LifeLines, a UK charity that sets death row prisoners up with pen pals, has reported a sharp increase in enquiries after the Christa Pike case. Their chair, Patrick Ballin spoke to Anton this morning.

  22. Housing and living costs are worse now than 30 years ago

    New research shows three quarters of us think the cost of living and buying a home are worse than they were 30 years ago. These are the findings from a new report marking 30 years of the Credit Union Consumer Sentiment Index. To discuss these findings was Economist Austin Hughes.

  23. Gardai investigation continues in Waterford

    Gardaí are continuing their investigation into the murder of four members of the same family in Waterford. Philip and Kim English and their two sons, 12-year-old Callum and nine-year-old Jayden, died following an arson attack on their home in the early hours of Tuesday morning. Our Chief Reporter...

  24. Jeffrey Donaldson to be sentenced today

    Former Leader of the DUP Jeffrey Donaldson will be sentenced today after being convicted of 18 child sex offences. With more on this Anton spoke to Newstalk's Reporter Emily Keegan.

  25. Non-Binary and Intersex Recognition Bill due to be debated

    A new bill aimed at strengthening the rights of non-binary and intersex people in Ireland is due to be debated in the Dáil next week. For more on this Anton spoke to TD Ruth Coppinger.

  26. Did You See?

    We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Today FM Presenter Fionnuala Corbett.

  27. Are people too confident in their own driving abilities?

    Three quarters of people believe they are excellent drivers, but only 12 per cent think the same of other motorists. That’s according to a new survey from the European Motor Show. To chat about these findings with Anton was Shane O’Donoghue Editor of Completecar.ie.

  28. Dangerous roadside trees could put lives at risk this winter

    West Cork councillors are calling for urgent action on dangerous overhanging trees before winter storms hit. They warn falling branches could block roads, damage vehicles and put council workers at risk during emergency clear ups. To discuss further with Anton was Independent Ireland Cork County...

  29. The trial of Russell Brand enters its second day

    The trial of Russell Brand enters its second day, with the comedian facing charges of rape and sexual assault involving six women. We get an update from the trial with Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty, BBC Presenter and host of the podcast Fame Under Fire: Russell Brand on Trial.

  30. A vigil has been held in Waterford for the English family

    Gardaí have carried out a series of searches in Waterford as the investigation continues into the firebomb attack that killed four members of the English family. Speaking to Anton this morning was Reporter Irish Examiner Neil Michael.

  31. How AI could help birds rediscover lost songs

    Scientists are exploring how artificial intelligence could help birds recover lost songs and improve their chances of survival. Anton discusses this further with Wildlife Expert Eanna Ni Lamha.

  32. A bumpy start for Donald Trump's new spokeswoman

    Katie Zacharia, Donald Trump’s new press secretary made her debut behind the White House lectern on Tuesday. It was a bumpy one. Anton got reaction to the press briefing with Communications Expert and Sun Independent Columnist Gina London.

  33. Hundreds of thousands begin public sector strikes

    300,000 public sector workers have begun a 24-hour strike this morning, with schools, medical appointments, courts and other services affected. We heard from our reports around the country. Also speaking to Anton was Adrian Kane, Siptu Deputy General Secretary for the Public Service.

  34. The scale of the grief in the Waterford community

    Garda investigations are continuing into the murder of a mother and father and their two children in Waterford. Our Chief Reporter Barry Whyte reports for us from Waterford.

  35. Did You See?

    We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Fergus Finley Columnist for the Irish Examiner and former Senior Advisor to the Labour Party.

  36. What you need to know about HSE work stoppages today

    Today, public sector work stoppages are set to affect a wide range of HSE services What does that mean for patients? Which services will remain open and what should you do if you need medical care? Anton got the details from Dr Colm Henry Chief Clinical Officer of the HSE.

  37. When did children stop playing outside?

    One in six Irish parents don’t think it’s safe for their five-year-old child to play outside at home during the day. When did children stop playing outside? Anton asked Sadhbh O’Neill, Climate and Environmental Researcher, and contributor to the Irish Times.

  38. Pope Leo diagnosed with lung cancer

    Pope Leo was taken to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital yesterday afternoon for surgery to remove a small lung nodule The Vatican expects his recovery to take about a week, with public engagements cancelled until October 20. Anton got the details with Senior Reporter Daily Mail Nick Pisa.

  39. Murder Investigation launched after fatal house fire in Waterford

    A murder investigation is underway after a house fire in Waterford claimed the lives of a couple and two of their children. Two other children remain in a critical condition Speaking to Anton this morning was Damien Tiernan a Broadcaster with Waterford Local Radio.

  40. Public sector workers have begun a 24-hour strike

    More than 300,000 public sector workers have begun a 24-hour strike, including teachers, healthcare workers, civil servants and court staff. Speaking to Anton this morning was Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment and Fine Gael TD for Longford-Westmeath.

  41. Eamon Ryan on his new documentary

    In July 2023, Eamon Ryan the then Leader of the Green party and a Cabinet Minister allowed a fly on the wall camera crew to follow his last 18 months in government. Forever is now will be released on Friday the 16th and Eamon give us a insight into what they captured.

  42. Woman sentenced for breaching anonymity order in Jeffrey Donaldson case

    A woman who breached the anonymity of one of the victims of child sex offender Jeffrey Donaldson has been sentenced to three months in prison. For more details on this Anton spoke to Frank Graney Newstalk Courts Correspondent.

  43. Union leaders reject Minister's push for WRC talks

    Union leaders have rejected the Government’s push for urgent pay talks today. The strike actions are set to go ahead tomorrow. Speaking to Anton was Unite deputy regional secretary Tom Fitzgerald.

  44. Should Ireland tax wealth?

    New ESRI research explores a potential 1% annual wealth tax. It is revealing key questions over who pays, what gets taxed, and whether wealthy households can afford the bill. To discuss further with Anton was Dr Rachel Slaymaker, ERSI Research Officer.

  45. Major French supermarket chains hit by cyberattack

    Major French supermarket chains have said they were hit by a cyberattack that caused their refrigerators to shoot up in temperature in hundreds of stores. Forcing spoiled food to be thrown away and raising concerns about food security. Jamie Smith-Maillet Freelance journalist in France gave us an...

  46. Did You See?

    We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Barrister and Former Minister Mary Hanafin.

  47. HSE to consider access to weight loss drug Mounjaro

    The HSE is to consider whether Mounjaro, a weight-loss drug, should be made available to more people in Ireland at little or no cost. Anton got reaction to this with Dr Michael Crotty Clinical lead for Obesity at the Irish College of GPs.

  48. Michelle O’Neill has survived a no confidence motion

    First Minister Michelle O’Neill has survived a motion to remove her from office for standing with the protesters blocking the Orange Order parade on the Garvaghy Road in Portadown two weeks ago. We get the latest with James McCarthy Political Reporter with Belfast Live and the Daily Mirror in...

  49. Tech companies developing solutions against scam calls

    The battle against annoying and potentially dangerous scam calls continues, with many of us receiving multiples every day. The tech companies are developing solutions. To explain this further was Newstalk's Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly.

  50. Keeping your home safe from fire

    A new nationwide fire safety campaign kicks off today. The campaign is urging people to know the risks in the rooms they use every day. To explain the details about the new campaign was Chief Fire Officer Monaghan County Council, Dermot Brannigan.

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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

Listen to Newstalk at http://newstalk.com/listenlive | Download the GoLoud app now, the new home for Newstalk

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