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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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October 20 · 4 min
Government considers clampdown on vape shops
The Government is considering new planning rules to help councils limit the growing number of vape shops, amid concerns about youth vaping, suspected money laundering and the impact on town centres. Anton Savage was joined on the show by Garret Ahearn Fine Gael Senator & spokesperson on Enterprise, Trade and Employment to discuss.
October 20 · 6 min
Are motor insurance reforms bringing down your premiums?
The Central Bank has published a new report today on the cost of motor insurance, with premiums showing signs of falling. But are Irish motorists paying less and how much of your premium goes towards claims, legal fees and insurers’ costs? Moyagh Murdock, Chief executive of Insurance Ireland joined Anton Savage on the show to discuss.
October 19 · 4 min
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.
October 19 · 6 min
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.
October 19 · 5 min
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 Editor, The Irish Times Pat Leahy.
October 19 · 6 min
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 Tony O’Reilly, Gambling Initiative spokesperson for the Drug & Alcohol Task Force, and former postman who was jailed for 3 years for stealing €1.75 million from An Post to fund a severe online gambling addiction.
October 19 · 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 Harry Browne Retired Media Lecturer in TUD and Host of the Ditch Podcast.
October 19 · 2 min
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.
October 19 · 6 min
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 Odgers.
October 19 · 5 min
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.
October 19 · 3 min
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.
October 16 · 5 min
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 Correspondent Jess Kelly.
October 16 · 4 min
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.
October 16 · 5 min
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.
October 16 · 5 min
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.
October 16 · 5 min
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.
October 16 · 6 min
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 Peadar Tóibín Aontu Leader and TD for Meath West.
October 16 · 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 Gabija Gataveckaite BBC Dublin Correspondent.
October 16 · 3 min
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.
October 16 · 2 min
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.

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