Irish presidential campaigns: The good, bad, and the ugly
From heated debates and surprise gaffes to questions over campaign spending and social media storms, the race for Áras an Uachtaráin hasn’t always been as dignified as the office itself. Joining Anton to look back on some of the more interesting campaigns are Flor MacCarthy & Lise Hand, co-hosts of 'Think You Know The Presidents?' Podcast.
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Ross Lewis on the challenges facing the hospitality sector
Rising food, energy, and staff costs are squeezing restaurants and cafés across the country, with many operators warning their businesses are on the brink. As the Government weighs up cutting VAT for the sector in next week’s Budget, some see it as a vital lifeline, others as an expensive giveaway. To explore the reality behind the numbers, Anton is joined by Ross Lewis, founder of Chapter One and Chef Patron of Osteria Lucio.
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Are we falling short when it comes to cancer prevention & detection?
As we mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Professor John Kennedy of the Trinity St James’s Cancer Institute warns cancer patients are being let down, with just 3 of 28 national targets met and thousands facing dangerous delays for tests and treatment. He joins Anton to discuss.
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Gaza Peace Plan: Where do things stand?
Talks in Egypt could mark a turning point in the two-year war in Gaza, with Donald Trump claiming a ceasefire and hostage deal is “very close.” US envoys are meeting Israeli and Hamas representatives to finalise the terms of a possible truce, as both sides face growing pressure to end the fighting. Joining Anton to get the latest is Alistair Bunkall, Sky News foreign correspondent.
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Anton's Sunday Newspaper Panel October 5th
Joining Anton to go through the Sunday papers are economist, Austin Hughes; Pat Rabbitte, former Labour Party Leader; and Louise O’Reilly, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Fingal West.
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