Ray D'Arcy Daily

Chats about Cú Chulainn , Beyonce and the ethics of making lunch from a hotel breakfast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Todays episode would not have been possible without our brilliant postal service and a sachet of sunflower seeds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Ray's dream rugby to Bernard's Triathlon and Jenny's wheel of cheese rolling there's a lot of activity in this one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is the meaning of our lives and who are our true selves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olympian Derval O'Rourke considers Ray's chances of matching Sebastian Sawe over 100 m and we remember the wonderful Edith Eger. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Colman Noctor talks to us about knowing when therapy might be suitable for you and Ray marvels at the Sebastian Sawe sub two hour marathon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Moaning about music, Memoir of a Marriage, Attachment Theory and Mattress Money Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ray airs a gripe while Mairead talks us through "Strangers: A Memoir of Marriage" and Jenny on mattress matters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode aims to be a wonderful distraction from what is going on in the world with giddiness from Bernard and Jenny and a little bit of nanu, nanu. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode we talk to psychiatrist Professor Brendan Kelly. Brendan has a litany of qualifications and has authored or co-authored hundreds of medical and scientific papers, and fourteen books. It’s safe to say he’s an expert. He chats to us about the complexity of our brains — the fact that we think too much, our penchant for a bit of panic, and the therapeutic benefits of Hill 16. It’s an enlightening chat in which Brendan’s knowledge, experience, and sunny disposition all shine through. I hope it helps you understand the human condition a little bit better. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We talk to economist and strategist Sinéad O'Sullivan about "stoproaddeaths.ie" and her frustration with the diffused responsibility in Ireland when it comes to road safety. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Colman Noctor talks us through attachment theory and we cahat about our own attachment styles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A week of lost shoes, found fadas, fond farewells , the gift of equanimity and a truly daft nickname. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jenny explains boyfriends' pyjamas to Ray and Mairéad finds her fada but has trouble with the LRMCQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have an informed and enlightening discussion about the waiting list crisis in CAMHS and Bernard joins us from Limerick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we talk to writer and journalist Róisín Ingle.Róisín's writing has been a part of a lot of people's weeks over the years.Her weekly columns are engaging, thought-provoking, personal …. sometimes poignant, often very funny.She has written about the human condition as she sees it and in doing so has helped many people /In this conversation you'll hear her speak openly about her cancer diagnosis, her dad's suicide, and a lot more.Róisín is particularly strong on equanimity – the ability to remain calm and non-reactive when good or bad things happen to us.There's a lot of hard-earned wisdom in this chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have a great chat with Karen Harris whose son Adam is hoping to become the youngest Irish person to summit Everest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jenny tells the story of her late dad and his US Masters win on the weekend he died and Colman Noctor has great advice for parents about communicating with their children. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We chat about JOMO, the moon, Don Conroy, Fix It Friday and The 1994 Castletown Donkey Derby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have an enlightening chat with physicist Kevin Nolan and Ray fixes Mairéad's clock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We meet the wonderful artist Gary Power on the side of the road painting a tribute to his hero Don Conroy and Bernard O' Shea introduces us to The Castletown Donkey Derby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our guest on this episode is actor, presenter and Cork person, Siobhán McSweeney. Siobhán is brilliant. She is thoughtful, funny, articulate and a real joy to talk to. Brought up in Aherla (Population 562), Siobhán studied science in UCC before she went to London to pursue a career in acting. She was a successful theatre actor until her world changed when she was cast by Lisa McGee in Derry Girls as the brilliantly funny and acerbic Sr. Michael.Since then, she has proven herself, not only as a successful screen actor but also as a hugely popular front lady / presenter on The Great Pottery Throw Down and The Traitors Ireland.In our chat Siobhán talks about the oddness, as she describes it, of  a career in acting and the safe space of the stage. We also chat about death, mortality and her impatience with scientists for not inventing immortality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We look at the governments plans to divest primary schools and look to the moon for love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We travel into space with the crew of Artemis 2 and Bernard O' Shea celebrates the art of doing nothing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we talk to Rory O’Neill.Many of you will know Rory as Panti, his drag queen alter ego. Rory is an activist and an advocate for the LGBTQ+ community.Panti’s ‘Noble Call’ at Dublin Castle on the day of the Same-Sex Marriage Referendum result was historic and her Noble Call at the Abbey got global attention.  In our chat Rory speaks passionately about his Queen life and how the world was built for a straight Rory.He describes beautifully how he cared for his dying father and also about confronting his own mortality in his 20s.There is also chat about the therapeutic power of drag.It is an uplifting conversation in which Rory’s good humour shines through.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A detailed chat with Rachel Harper , principal of St Patrick's National School , Greystones on their no smart device voluntary code. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ray starts vegetable gardening. Doctor Noctor examines what it is to be a man and there's the story of the rat and the crow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daft Distractions after Disastrous Defeat... Now thats what I call Alliteration Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The hype and hope of qualifier match day. Bernard O' Shea is outraged at the prospect of having to ripen his avocadoes. And the sandwich debate continues; dry or drippy, coleslaw or cabbage ? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mary Mc Aleese Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harry Styles, Paper Rounds and Mind the Age Gap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nineties, Nostalgia and Doctor Noctor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Imagined Affairs, Embarrassing Moments and DIY Flying Machines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Den, Sean Hughes and Richie Sadlier Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Professor Katriona O’ Sullivan’s story is well known. Her book Poor has been a bestseller for over two years, and it has been translated into seven languages and adapted for the stage.It's a story of addiction and abuse which leads to advocacy and academia. Katriona has told her story in order to shine a light on how childhood poverty stacks the odds against future success in relationships, education and health. She believes talent is equally distributed across the social classes but opportunity is not.Katriona O'Sullivan is hugely impressive in so many ways. It was a real education and privilege to talk to her at length about being human and so many other things.Katriona speaks movingly about her life through the lens of her qualification in psychology. She explains trauma and its connection to addiction.She also talks about the importance of connection and the danger of meritocracy. Listener discretion is advised for this episode.* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fearless Firefighters, Fictional Phone Numbers and The Walk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oscars, Oirish Accents and Snapper Snippets Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oscars , Blue Bins and Big Wins Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rainbow Rapids. Ronnie Delaney and the Air Fryer Queen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dad Bods, Dad Jokes and Dad Dancing with Bernard O'Shea & more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Day 2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Beginning Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here it is — your daily companion podcast, hosted by Ray D’Arcy. This five-day-a-week show is nothing new, and yet ALL  NEW.Ray has been part of Irish life in one way or another for nearly 40 years, and now he’s bringing his lorry load of experience and nationwide popularity to a daily podcast.He will give his own world view, Monday to Friday, and surround himself with friends of the show; Jenny Kelly, Mairead Ronan, Bernard O’Shea and a resident psychologist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.