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 CallanJames and Fayth from First Dates have had their first daughter
The First Dates couple who’ve lasted long past the restaurant. James and Fayth join Oliver celebrate the newest addition to the family – their baby girl!
Oliver CallanPaddle boarders rescued from rocks off the west Donegal coast
Jerry Early, Arranmore RNLI's Lifeboat Operations Manager tells Oliver about the dramatic overnight operation in the early hours of yesterday morning.
Oliver CallanProinsias Ó Coinn's new investigative podcast 'Frozen Boy'
Broadcaster Proinsias Ó Coinn tells Oliver about his new project 'Frozen Boy' a new investigative podcast.
Oliver CallanTips for children who want to tell stories with Patricia Forde
Author and former Laureate na nÓg Patricia Forde shares her tips for children who want to tell stories.
Oliver Callan'Don't feel sorry for us' - changing the narrative around visual impairment
Oliver is joined by Maya & Cormac Flynn, two visually impaired siblings in their 20s, who want to change the narrative around how people perceive them.
Oliver CallanAngela Collins O'Mahony just abseiled down Thomond Park at 83!
Oliver speaks to Angela Collins O'Mahony, an 83 year old Clare woman who has just abseiled down the stands of Thomond Park in aid of the Dillon Quirke…
Oliver CallanKatie Taylor's first portrait to be auctioned off
Acclaimed Irish artist Paul MacCormaic tells Oliver about his Katie Taylor portrait, which is to be auctioned off in Wicklow.
Oliver CallanThe Land of the Corncrakes with Tom Swift & Catríona Ní Mhurchú
We enter the Land of the Corncrakes with playwright Tom Swift and actor Catríona Ní Mhurchú for their new play which travels the Erris peninsula by bus.
Oliver CallanThe art of preserving & pickling food with Dr. Julia Skinner
Food writer and fervent fermenter Dr. Julia Skinner tells Oliver about the art of preserving and pickling food.
Oliver CallanWhy do puddles always form at pedestrian crossings? - Oliver's Take
Oliver's monologue on a Wednesday.
Oliver CallanGaeilge you need for Lúnasa le Doireann Ní Ghlacáin
Podcaster and broadcaster Doireann Ní Ghlacáin tells Oliver about all the Gaeilge you need for Lúnasa.
Oliver CallanHow much pocket money should you give your kids?
Niamh O'Reilly tells Oliver why she decided to pay her children for household chores over the summer, and how it became an expensive lesson in capitalism!
Oliver CallanThe busiest Artificial Insemination in woman in the country!
After studying culinary arts in college Grace O'Gorman from Co Limerick tells Oliver how she is now one of the busiest AI women in the country.
Oliver CallanThe coffee shop in Monaghan made entirely from scrap
Oliver speaks to Kevin McGuire, the owner of Genesis cafe in Monaghan town.
Oliver Callan‘4,400 streets & nowhere to Go’ challenge with Seanie Clifford
Ultra runner, Seanie Clifford, tells Oliver why he is running every one of Dublin's 4,400 streets for homelessness.
Oliver CallanClare woman aims for national glory with her pygmy goat!
Baz speaks to Maddy Dunne, whose pygmy goat Baaaarney McKenna from Killimer, who is aiming for national glory at the Nose of Tralee for the Banner County!
Oliver CallanCork golfer David Howard and his inspirational CF story
Cork golfer David Howard joins Baz to talk Cystic Fibrosis, competition, pressure, and life on the fairways.
Oliver CallanGiddy Up Cutz a completely mobile barber shop
Cian of Giddy Up Cutz, tells Baz about his completely mobile barber shop! You can find Cian's instagram on @giddy_up_cutz.
Oliver CallanTaking on iconic roles in Queen and ABBA tribute bands
Baz is joined in studio by Brian Keville from the tribute act ‘Qween’ and Linda McGovern from the group ‘Abbaesque’.
Oliver CallanThe latest on the big and small screen with Sarina Bellissimo
Sarina Bellissimo joins us with the week's biggest stories on screens big and small.
Oliver CallanWhat to do this bank holiday weekend with Aifric O'Connell
And nevermind the FOMO if you're not going to All Together Now, Aifric O'Connell has loads of ideas for events all around the country to keep you busy this…
Oliver CallanAn Occupational Therapist's unique perspective
Baz meets Caoimhe O'Connor, an Occupational Therapist whose experience as an amputee gives her an extra 'lens' when it comes to seeing things from her…
Oliver CallanDublin dad raising his twin daugters as Gaeilge
Baz meets Éabha & Caoimhe De Burca, and their dad Barra; who took on the task of making himself fluent, so as to raise them immersed in the language.
Oliver CallanEalma Purcell's tips on managing the hosepipe ban
Baz chats to Ealma Purcell from The Poppy Garden in County Meath who has a list of jobs for the next few weeks and tips on managing with the hose ban.
Oliver CallanThe Cosy Mystery Club with Fiona Sherlock
Fiona Sherlock tells Oliver about her Snail Mail business 'The Cosy Mystery Club'.
Oliver CallanThe biggest party that Mayo has ever seen!
Two Mayo publicans Mick Byrne of Mick Byrne's Pub in Castebar, and Dick Byrne of PJ's Pub in Claremorris tell Baz what life has been like in Mayo this week!
Oliver CallanWhy are BTS planning to boycott the Grammy Awards?
South Korean boy band BTS have announced they will not submit any music for consideration at the 2027 Grammy Awards, in response to the introduction of a Best…
Oliver CallanA life of constant reinvention with Orla Diamantino
Writer comedian Orla Diamantino drops in to tell Baz about her life of constant reinvention and why she chooses to just go for it when opportunity knocks.
Oliver CallanBibdu: The Irish Mythology Role-Playing Game
Independent game developers Lara Clifford and Eoin Barry join Baz to explain their new project, Irish Mythology game Bibdu.
Oliver CallanFemale Solo travel around the world with Nicola Brady
Travel writer, Nicola Brady, tells Baz about travelling solo.
Oliver CallanIrish author Djamel White on being longlisted for the Booker Prize
Djamel White tells Baz about his debut novel 'All Them Dogs' which has been longlisted for the Booker Prize.
Oliver CallanTributes to The Frames frontman and Oscar winner Glen Hansard
Evelyn O'Rourke, Arts and Media Correspondent; Victoria Mary Clarke. Journalist and writer; and Stuart Clark, Deputy Editor of Hot Press; pay tribute to Glen…
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Dublin City Centre could do with a quick wash - Oliver's Take
Oliver's monologue on a Tuesday.
Oliver CallanEoin Reardon - the social media woodworker from Cork
Eoin Reardon, the Cork woodworker with over 5 million online followers, tells Oliver how he blends traditional skills with modern storytelling.
Oliver CallanLife and haircuts in Dublin with Fred Armisen
He's been everything from Uncle Fester to a Prince impersonator, a punk drummer to a Saturday Night Live veteran. Fred Armisen joins Oliver to chat about…
Oliver CallanPlay on tension between native speakers and Gaeilgeoirí
Bríd Ó Gallchóir, Director of Aisling Ghéar, the Belfast-based theatre companies tells Oliver about Pygmalion 26.
Oliver CallanPrepping your home for holidays with 'Gaff Goddess' Laura de Barra
Gaff Goddess Laura de Barra returns with tips on prepping your home for holidays.
Oliver CallanThe ancient traditions & colourful customs behind Lúnasa
Folklorist, Jo Kerrigan joins us to uncover the ancient traditions and colourful customs behind Ireland's harvest festival.
Oliver Callan60 years of Pat Egan in showbiz
Oliver meets a man who paid U2 50 quid for a gig, brought Bob Marley to Dalymount, and promoted everyone from Queen to Billy Connolly – Pat Egan marks 60 years…
Oliver CallanHope Rises: Revenge is a Dish Best Served Cold by David Baldacci
One of the world's best-selling thriller writers, David Baldacci, drops in for a chat with Oliver.
Oliver CallanLive reaction from Castlebar, after Mayo's All-Ireland win
Oliver is joined by Shane Fitzgerald, Florist from Mayo; Stephen Grealis, Midwest Radio; and Maurice Brosnan, the Irish Examiner, to reflect on Mayo's win…
Oliver CallanMore celebrations from Castlebar with Brenda Donohue
Brenda Donohue reports live from Castlebar after Mayo's win against Kerry.
Oliver CallanThe latest celeb & pop culture goss with Alexandra Ryan
We get the latest celeb and pop culture news with Alexandra Ryan from Goss.ie.
Oliver CallanTim Buckley reflects on Kerry's effort against Mayo
Oliver spoke to Tim Buckley on Friday, he was at the match yesterday and is on the line to tell us what it was like from the other side.
Oliver Callan'Tickets are like Gold Dust' with Tim Buckley
Oliver speaks to Kerry fan and wordsmith - Tim Buckley.
Oliver CallanBrenda Donohue is back on the road to hear from Mayo fans
Brenda Donohue is back on the road to hear from Mayo fans ahead of their GAA final against Kerry on Sunday.
Oliver CallanKeeping the legacy and songs of Jason Rock alive
Jason Rock will be Remembering his father Dickie Rock and how he’s keeping his legacy and songs alive.
Oliver CallanKilkenny comedian Mike Rice is heading back to Edinburgh Fringe
Comedian Mike Rice tells Oliver about his new show, podcast & performing at Altogether Now & the Edinburgh Fringe.
Oliver CallanShane Gillen's portrait honouring the late Brenda Fricker
Shane Gillen tells Oliver about his new portrait honouring the late Brenda Fricker.
Oliver CallanVisiting Critic: Val Troy goes Gaelmaxxing
Val Troy, accountant turned comedian is this week's Visiting Critic. We asked her to speak as Gaeilge to strangers. Did she make any friends or scare them…
Oliver Callan'No bake' Summer desserts with Shane Smith
Cavan chef Shane Smith tells Oliver his ideas on cool, chilled treats.
Oliver CallanMayo & Kerry fans coming home for the match on Sunday
Helena O Sullivan and Michael Ruane - We'll have Mayo fans and Kerry fans coming home from opposite sides of the world.
Oliver CallanRuth Maxwell on being ‘reborn’ in the aftermath of a health scare
Oliver speaks to advocate Ruth Maxwell who lost her sense of self 10 years after a violent knife attack. But she was in a sense reborn after going through even…
Oliver CallanUbh by Paudie Murray, is a cracking success!
Oliver speaks to 9 year-old Paudie Murray, from Moveen in west Clare, who is proving you're never too young to start a business. His homegrown venture, Ubh by…
Oliver CallanVicki Notaro's new book: Anywhere But Here
Careers, marriage, friendship, mental health and fresh starts, bestselling author Vicki Notaro tackles midlife crisis and what can happen when you think you…
Oliver CallanBBQ expert Jim Moore drops by
Jim Moore, author of the cookbook How to BBQ Everything joined Oliver Callan at Belfast City Hall.
Oliver CallanBrenda Donohue meets The McCleans
Husband and wife, Niall and Bronagh McClean have been instrumental in bringing Fleadh Cheoil to Belfast. The couple along with their four young children will…
Oliver CallanBroadcaster Julian Simmons pops in for a visist
Julian Simmons, Northern Ireland broadcaster joined Oliver at Belfast City Hall.