Shows / Oliver Callan
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
Oliver CallanThree decades of running for charity
Paul Blake-Knox and Bill Colman, tell Oliver about their remarkable 30 years of taking part in the Dublin Simon Community 5K Home Run when they line out in the…
Oliver CallanNolans on Tour with Anna Nolan & Eileen Reagan
Anna Nolan and her mam Eileen, tell Oliver about a most personal tour of Dublin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanLife through a GAA lens with Michael Clifford
Mick Clifford tells Oliver about his new book ‘There I Long to Be – Life through a GAA lens’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanThe unstoppable and indefatigable Colm Tóibín
The unstoppable and indefatigable Colm Tóibín drops in to talk about his latest projects – which include poetry, opera and a new novella. See…
Oliver CallanDonegal family rowing across the Atlantic
Sharon O'Donnell and her sons Evan and Glenn from Árainn Mhór in Co Donegal tell Oliver about how they're preparing to cross the Atlantic Ocean! See…
Oliver CallanThe music used in novels to film adaptations
Aedin Gormley is back with Soundtrack Stories. This week we’re listening to the best examples of music used in novels to film adaptations. There are quite a…
Oliver Callan25 years of Westlife with Louis Walsh
After Westlife's recording breaking 13 night run in the 3 Arena, the man with the vision, Mayo's finest, Louis Walsh chats to Oliver. See…
Oliver CallanStand Up If You’re Racist
Martin Angolo & Lesly Martinez, tell Oliver about their new show ‘Stand Up If You’re Racist’ which is on Virgin Media PLAY and Virgin Media One from this…
Oliver CallanHidden gems along the Irish landscape with Joshua Nueva
Filmmaker and adventurer Joshua Nueva talks Oliver through some hidden gems along the Irish landscape. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanPope Leo's interesting family history
U.S French genealogist Seán Daly tells Oliver some interesting discoveries about the Pope’s family history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanHas the weekly food shop become a source of mental stress?
Niamh O’Reilly joins Oliver to explain the impossible task of feeding a family while navigating a constant stream of conflicting advice online about nutrition…
Oliver Callan‘Proper Home Cooking’ with Si King
One half of The Hairy Bikers, Si King, tells Oliver about the bittersweet feeling of writing his first cookbook without his late best buddy, Dave Myers See…
Oliver CallanThe Goss with Ali Ryan
Ali Ryan, Founder of Goss.ie, joins Oliver with all the celebrity news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanGrumpygran1948 - The oldest female Fortnite streamer
Oliver speaks to Cath Bowie, a 78-year-old Scottish grandmother has been named the world's oldest female Fortnite streamer by Guinness World Records! See…
Oliver CallanMichael O'Brien - A visually impaired sports reporter
Michael O'Brien, the inspiring young man, who first made his name on the Toy Show, tells Brendan about realising his ambitions to be a sports journalist. See…
Oliver CallanErica Murray and her new play 'Meredith'
Brendan meets one of the most prolific playwrights of her generation, Limerick woman Erica Murray See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanCork students swapping the classroom for an ice-cream van
Aaron Wolfe, Principal in Coláiste Éamann Rís in Deerpark; and students Alyssa & Sophia tell Brendan about their ice-cream van in Cork.See…
Oliver CallanRediscovering the ancient tradition of Cooperage
Killian O'Mahony, a Cooper from Cork, tells Brendan all about the specialised craft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanScreen Team with Dave Fanning & Olivia Fahy
Our screen team, Dave Fanning and Olivia Fahy, go through the top films and tv show to check out over the weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
Oliver CallanLouise Kennedy's latest novel 'Stations'
Trespasses made Louise Kennedy one of Ireland’s most talked-about writers. Now she’s back with Stations — a gripping new novel about love, loss and the secrets…
Oliver CallanLouis Kirwan is making waves in the movie business
Oliver meets Louis Kirwan, a teen actor, who is making waves in the movie business working with some big names.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
Oliver CallanTall Tales & Murder with Aisling O'Sullivan & Brian Doherty
Oliver speaks to Aisling O'Sullivan, The Matron, and Brian Doherty, Detective Bunny Ryan; about the new comedic crime drama 'Tall Tales and Murder' which…
Oliver CallanKatie Larkin and her lifelong dream of becoming a vet
Katie Larkin, the farming social media star known as the Abbey Cowgirl, talks to Oliver about her lifelong dream of becoming a vet. See omnystudio.com/listener…
Oliver CallanBar 1661 lands spot on list of world's 100 best bars
Oliver meets Dave Mulligan, the owner of Bar 1661, famous for poitín cocktails, which is now on the list of the 100 best bars in the world.See…
Oliver CallanThe Fantastic Four from The Traitors Ireland finale
Diego Caixeta, Anna Murphy, Carla Geary, and Pauric O’Meara join Oliver in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanA Letter Home – Irish Correspondence from America
Historians Kerby A. Miller and Breandán Mac Suibhne tell Oliver about their fascinating new book ‘A Letter Home – Irish Correspondence from America.’See…
Oliver CallanThe fascinating life of Bette Davis
Gráinne Humphreys, Dublin International Film Festival and lifelong Bette Davis fan, joins Oliver in studio. Radio Bette premieres at the Gaiety Theatre this…
Oliver CallanSeptember gardening jobs with Ealma Purcell
Ealma Purcell drops in from her Poppy Garden in co Meath to advise on September gardening jobs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanThe history of our Docklands - Oliver's Take
Oliver's monologue on a Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanClaire Percy on the importance of Ireland's busiest port
Claire Percy, Head of External Affairs at Dublin Port joins Oliver to tell him about Ireland’s largest and busiest port and how important is it for the…
Oliver CallanThe history of Dublin Port with Anthony Finnegan
Anthony Finnegan who is a guide with Dublin Port Tours joins Oliver to tell him about the fascinating history of Dublin Port. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
Oliver CallanLive music from Dublin Port with The Blades
Oliver is joined in studio by The Blades as they perform 'Stranger Things Have Happened.'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanThe Blades perform live from Dublin Port
Paul Cleary of The Blades joins Oliver in studio to chat about their upcoming gigs and The Blades perform live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
Oliver CallanBrenda Donohue meets the man behind one of Dublin's most iconic diners
Deke 'Anthony McDonald' is the man behind one of Dublin's most Iconic diners, Deke's Diner. He has spent over 25 years serving breakfast rolls, burgers and…
Oliver CallanThe latest from The Traitors Ireland
Kayleigh Mooney and Peter O'Flynn chat to Oliver about last night's dramatic penultimate episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanCustoms and border surveillance at Dublin Port
Revenue is responsible for overseeing customs and border control at Dublin Port. A lot of that has changed since Brexit. Robert Keegan, who is a manager for…
Oliver CallanKeeping Dublin Port running
Michael McKenna, Harbour Master at Dublin Port; Danielle Hayes, Vessel Traffic Services and Karl Lee, Environmental Health Specialist for Land Operations at…
Oliver CallanBrenda Donohue speaks to passengers at Dublin Port
Our 'Woman in the Wild', Brenda Donohue speaks to passengers about to board the ferry at Dublin Port. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanThe people who live around Dublin Port
Dublin Port plays an important role in the communities that surround the docklands. Oliver is joined in studio by Edel Currie, Community Engagement Manager at…
Oliver CallanRare birds and protecting the environment at Dublin Port
Helen Boland, Manager of Dublin Bay Bird Project and David Kuhn, Project Manager at Dublin Port Company join Oliver to discuss what protections are being put…
Oliver CallanThe Goss with Ali Ryan
Oliver get's all the latest news from the world of celebrity and pop culture with Ali Ryan from Goss.ie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanU2 – from a school noticeboard to the world’s biggest band!
Roisin Ingle, writer and lifelong U2 fan, and Sophie Shirley, former teacher at Mount Temple School in Clontarf, tell Oliver about the birth of U2!See…
Oliver CallanSophie Morris and her new book 'Homemade Wins'
Social media phenomenon Sophie Morris on supermarket swaps and taking the stress out of healthier eating. Her new book 'Homemade Wins' is published by DK Books…
Oliver Callan'High Society' with Freddie Fox is coming to Dublin
The London West End revival of 'High Society' is coming to Dublin in October. It stars Freddie Fox, joins Oliver in studio.See omnystudio.com/listener for…
Oliver CallanIan gets banished from The Traitors
Ian Kelly joins Oliver live in studio to discuss the very latest from Slane castle!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanPatrick Kielty returns for a new series of The Late Late Show
Patrick Kielty gives Oliver a preview of tonight’s Late Late Show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanFriday Takeaway with Ronan Mitchell, Sharon Mannion & Édaein O'Connoll
The Friday Takeaway crew Ronan Mitchell, Sharon Mannion & Édaein O'Connoll are back to pick apart their thoughts on the many mad happenings this week!See…
Oliver CallanLucy Condon - Garda Sergeant and self-confessed golf obsessive
Oliver is joined in studio by Lucy Condon, who is a Garda Sergeant and unplanned golf entrepreneur!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanWendy Wu's advice for an adventure in Asia
Travel expert Wendy Wu is back with us to talk destinations, long-haul bargains and the changing face of Irish travel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
Oliver CallanVisiting Critic: Carmel Harrington goes Singing
We pushed crime writer Carmel Harrington out of her comfort zone by sending her to a singing lesson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanSense And Sensibility with Daisy Edgar Jones
We fell in love with her on Normal people and now she is staring in a new version of Sense & Sensibility. Daisy Edgar-Jones is back in Dublin and joins Oliver…
Oliver CallanKing Charles is going for his dinner with President Connolly - Oliver's Take
Oliver's monologue on a Thursday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanThe Christmas Chip returns
Seaneen Clarke Selby from Selbys Traditional Fish & Chips, on the Falls Road, tells Oliver about her Christmas Chips.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…
Oliver CallanThe inner world of child’s play with Reg Igoe
Play therapist Reg Igoe joins Oliver to talk about the inner world of child’s play and how to read it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oliver CallanEverything you need to know about the World Conker Championship!
A shrinking chestnut harvest has put next month's World Conker Championships in doubt, Oliver speaks to StJohn Burkett from The World Conker Championships.See…
Oliver CallanRobert Harris and his new book ‘Agrippa’
Robert Harris, author of Conclave and many more, has returned to the Roman Empire for his next one and he joins Oliver with lessons from history for today…
Oliver CallanMiles to Mayo - Cillian O’Connor's charity walk
Mayo’s all-time leading scorer, Cillian O’Connor, tells Oliver all about his unforgettable summer and why he’s out walking for a great cause! If you'd like to…
Oliver CallanKeeping Ireland connected during an emergency
Oliver speaks to Conor O'Neill, Liaison Officer for region South with the 'Amateur Radio Emergency Network' (AREN), about preparing to keep the country…
Oliver CallanThe Traitors Ireland - Was last night's episode the best yet?
The confusion was high and so was Janet's rage on last night's Traitors. DJ and Janet join Oliver live in studio to discuss the very latest from Slane castle…
Oliver CallanNational Calf Final at the Ploughing Championships
Willie O Halloran, President of the Simmental Cattle Society joins Oliver to tell him all about the National Calf Final at the 2026 Ploughing Championships…