Unlike Joe Duffy, Kieran Cuddihy doesn’t ramp up the drama on Liveline
Radio: Presenter takes low-key yet effective approach to traumatic tales, while Morning Ireland hosts shattering story
‘I sound like such an old git’: Newstalk’s Ciara Kelly laments the rise of automatic cars
Radio: Newstalk’s drivetime duo fine-tune their partnership while Andrea Gilligan touts Uisce Éireann’s hosepipe hotline
RTÉ’s Áine Lawlor signs off: From ‘swot’ to ‘bolshie’ broadcaster, she never lost her impish charm
An accomplished, self-assured presenter with thorough interrogative skills, Lawlor could also be a supple and empathetic interviewer
Oliver Callan’s refusal to shy away from uncomfortable discussions leads to awkward moment
Radio: The former 2FM DJ tells Miriam O’Callaghan about the most difficult conversation of her life
The secret of Claire Byrne’s success? Her Laois accent
Newstalk host’s mood matches sunny weather, while Hard Shoulder pair take big-top approach on tour
New arguments against abortion surface in a ‘retro’ Kieran Cuddihy Liveline show
Radio: When the Liveline host revisits reliably contentious subjects, he’s not just indulging in nostalgia
With Elvis Costello, Elizabeth Strout and surging audiences, Brendan O’Connor is riding high
Radio: RTÉ Radio 1 host shows his interview skills, while Pirate Predator recounts the horrific crimes of paedophile Eamon Cooke
Anton Savage stays just on the right side of clever-clever on Newstalk Breakfast
The broadcaster’s most striking skill is his ability to keep things snappy. On RTÉ, the Drivetime duo’s chemistry clicks
Sunny Ian Dempsey, dreary Matt Cooper: Today FM’s stars are very male but still not stale
Radio: Commercial station’s longest-serving presenters take contrasting approaches to warm spell, with equally positive results
Derek Mooney spots a rat in the RTÉ car park. Insert your own joke here
Radio: Controversy about wildlife host’s pay comes at an awkward time for Radio 1 as its new schedule fails to gel
Derek Mooney pay controversy compounds image of dysfunction and distrust at RTÉ
Wildlife presenter’s sudden inclusion among top 10 earners is the latest blow to the embattled network
A spirit-sapping encounter between Shane Coleman and Graham Linehan
Radio: Shane Coleman and Ciara Kelly are cruising comfortably even when they deal with controversial matters
Doireann Garrihy has many strengths. Byelection analysis is not one of them
The RTÉ music station’s makeover features returning hosts and bright spots, but familiar issues remain
Kieran Cuddihy’s Liveline reveals ominous shifts in Ireland’s public mood
Radio: Gambling bodies adopt altruistic airs in Lottery row, while removal of Ukrainian supports draws ominous note of discontent
Is it too early to say that Claire Byrne is slaying it on Newstalk?
Radio: The presenter is showing a refreshing new side to her on-air persona