Claire Byrne: RTÉ Presenter’s Unexpected On-Air Appearance

Just 28% of Irish adults regularly listen to national radio, according to recent BAI listening figures. But within that statistic lies a story of disruption. The recent high-profile departure of Claire Byrne from RTÉ, and her subsequent launch on Newstalk, isn’t simply a career move; it’s a bellwether for a fundamental reshaping of the Irish … Read more

Pat Kenny Signs Off: 40 Years of Irish Radio Ends

Just 17% of Irish adults listen to live radio daily, a figure that’s been steadily declining for the past decade. The recent sign-off of Pat Kenny after over four decades on Irish airwaves isn’t simply a changing of the guard; it’s a stark illustration of a medium grappling with existential challenges. While tributes poured in … Read more