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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.

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Thursday · 4 min
At least 68 people in Spain high speed train crash
At least 68 people have been killed and dozens more injured after a Spanish high-speed train collided with another train south of the capital Madrid. For the latest on this Anton spoke to Spain-based Journalist Simon Hunter.
Wednesday · 7 min
How ready are we in the face of a stormy season?
As we prepare for a cold and wet winter, many countries are warning their citizens to stockpile at least three days of supplies to prepare for future storms and floods. So how ready should we be in Ireland, in the face of a stormy season? Evelyn Cusack, Former Head of Forecasting, Met Eireann tell us.
Wednesday · 6 min
GRA members vote in favour of work to rule
94.2% of GRA members have said they were prepared to take industrial action because of dissatisfied with their working conditions. Speaking to Anton was Deputy General Secretary of the GRA James Morrisroe.
Wednesday · 6 min
The strategy to improve life in rural Ireland by 2031
The Government has launched a new rural strategy aimed at improving life in rural Ireland by 2031. It comes with with plans for better transport, broadband, housing and jobs. Anton gets the view of the strategy with CEO of Rural Link, Briain Smyth.
Wednesday · 8 min
The latest update from the Israel election
Exit polls in Israel suggest that Benjamin Netanyahu’s party will not lead the next government. For the latest on the election Anton spoke to Ruth Eglash Senior Correspondent at the Jewish Telegraphic Agency.
Wednesday · 4 min
Should you know how much your colleagues earn?
In Ireland many contracts state you can't discuss pay with your colleagues. But should you be able to know how much your colleagues are getting paid? Anton asked Julie Galbraith Head of Employment at Eversheds Sutherland law firm.
Wednesday · 5 min
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 Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor of the Irish Independent.
Wednesday · 8 min
A cultural shift needed regarding women's health concerns
Social Democrats TD for Wicklow Jennifer Whitmore says there needs to be a cultural shift in how women’s health concerns are treated, accusing some medical professionals of gaslighting female patients. Jennifer discussed this further with Anton.
Wednesday · 4 min
The frightful waste your pumpkins leave behind!
Many people will be getting festive and spooking up their homes with a few pumpkin carvings. But despite your “gourd” intentions, environmentalists are warning that the real fright is the waste you leave behind. Speaking to Anton was Tad Kirakowski, CEO Voice Of Irish Concern for the Environment.
Wednesday · 3 min
The latest from the Russell Brand’criminal trial
A judge overseeing Russell Brand’s criminal trial has dismissed an indecent assault charge against the British comedian and actor. Replacing it with a count of attempted indecent assault. Speaking to Anton was Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty, BBC Presenter and host of the podcast Fame Under Fire: Russell Brand on Trial.
Wednesday · 4 min
Exit polls project no clear winner in Israel election
Votes are still being counted, but Benjamin Netanyahu and rival Gadi Eisenkot have offered competing claims to lead Israel after last night's election. We get the latest on the election with Paul Kearns, Freelance Journalist in Tel Aviv.
Tuesday · 5 min
“The One With You Matthew Perry” is out on Netflix
Released almost exactly three years after his death, “The One With You Matthew Perry” is out today on Netflix. The three-part documentary sheds further light on the actor’s life and death. Scott Bryan, BBC TV Critic tells us more about this documentary.
Tuesday · 7 min
Anthropic warns AI could pose a "catastrophic" risk to humanity
Artificial Intelligence giant, Anthropic has warned that AI could pose "catastrophic or existential risks to humanity". This comes as it revealed its plans for a major US stock market launch. For more on this Anton spoke to Ciara O'Brien, Business and Technology Journalist at the Irish Times.
Tuesday · 4 min
How much can we see transport fares increase by?
NTA Chief Anne Shaw warned Transport Minister Darragh O’Brien that bus and rail passengers could face further higher charges in the years ahead. With reviews of fares set to take place annually, according to papers seen by the Irish Times. To discuss this further Anton was joined by Brian Caulfield, Professor in Transportation at the School of Engineering at Trinity College.
Tuesday · 2 min
Finglas in shock after woman found dead at residence
A man has been arrested following the death of a woman at a residence in Finglas, Co Dublin. 48 year old Loredana Morosanu was found in her home in the early hours of Monday morning. For the latest on this Anton spoke to Eimear McAuley, Reporter with the Journal.
Tuesday · 7 min
Israelis are voting in a crucial election today
Israeli voters are heading to the polls in a crucial election that could end Benjamin Netanyahu’s time in power. This is amid ongoing conflict and growing concerns over national security. Speaking to Anton this morning was Fawaz Gerges, Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science.
Tuesday · 5 min
A march against new data centres on November 7th
Ronan Kelly, CEO of Digital Infrastructure Ireland, has said that the data centre sector is falling victim to “conspiracy theories” and “disinformation” originating in American politics. We get reaction from Rosi Leonard, data centre campaigner with Friends of the Earth.
Tuesday · 3 min
A new levy on non-EU parcels from this Sunday
From Sunday, a new levy will come into place adding a €2 handling fee on packages from outside the EU, on top of the EU's €3 fee on small parcels. To explain how it will affect our shopping was Caitriona Redmond, Consumer Columnist with the Irish Examiner.
Tuesday · 7 min
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 Former CEO of Barnardos Fergus Finlay.
Tuesday · 4 min
How much do you think you need to retire?
People in Ireland believe they will need an average of €3,575 a month to live comfortably in retirement. Just four in ten are confident their current pension savings will make this possible, according to new research from Royal London Ireland. Joining Anton to discuss was Bernard Walsh, Head of Investments and Pensions at Fairstone Ireland.

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