Episodi

  • Siobhan Maher

    Siobhan Maher
    Apr 23 2026
    Siobhan Maher is a Dublin-based writer, poet and photographer whose work combines nature, reflection and wellbeing. Originally trained as a scientist, she moved into creative work later, developing a distinctive style that blends her own photography with poetry - photopoetry. Her books, including Journeying and Dawning, are all about slowing down, noticing more and finding a bit of calm and clarity in the middle of everyday life.

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    30 min
  • Domhnall O'Donoghue

    Domhnall O'Donoghue
    Apr 9 2026
    Domhnall O'Donoghue is an actor, author and travel journalist whose work appears regularly in titles like The Irish Times, The Sunday Times and the Belfast Telegraph. He’s received multiple awards for his travel writing. Alongside his journalism, he writes dark comedy novels - including Colin and the Concubine, Crazy for You and The Wonderful Life of Connie Maguire. His debut book, Sister Agatha: the World’s Oldest Serial Killer, was published in 2016, with its sequel out now.

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    29 min
  • Maria Colgan

    Maria Colgan
    Mar 28 2026
    Maria Colgan is an Irish author and creator of the Just for Today affirmation series, a collection of empowering, easy-to-digest books designed to support self-worth, resilience, and emotional well-being. Through simple daily messages like “I will be brave” and “I will love myself,” Maria’s work focuses on helping people reconnect with themselves in a gentle, practical way.

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    28 min
  • Ruth O'Leary - Talks about her new book "The Last Week of Him"

    Ruth O'Leary - Talks about her new book "The Last Week of Him"
    Mar 13 2026
    Ruth O'Leary is an Irish Times bestselling author of contemporary women’s fiction. Based in Dublin, her debut novel The Weekend Break (2024) quickly entered the Irish Times bestseller list and launched a three-book deal with Poolbeg Books. Her follow-up novel A Week to Remember (2025) continues her focus on stories of friendship, self-discovery and life’s unexpected turning points. Her third book is out now, The Last Week of Him, in all bookshops nationwide.

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    26 min
  • Jane Buckley - Founder of Oakleaf Press

    Jane Buckley - Founder of Oakleaf Press
    Feb 26 2026

    In this episode, Yvonne chats with Jane Buckley, author of the 'Stones Corner' series and founder of the new publishing press, Oakleaf Press. Jane writes fiction inspired by her own lived experience of The Troubles, bringing heart, honesty and depth to her storytelling.


    Through Oakleaf Press, she’s creating space for voices that might otherwise go unheard - combining real industry know-how with genuine care for the writers she works with. Today's episode delves into the ups and downs of indie publishing and to never give up on your publishing dreams.

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    27 min
  • Rosita Sweetman talks about her book 'Girl With A Fork In A World of Soup'

    Rosita Sweetman talks about her book 'Girl With A Fork In A World of Soup'
    Feb 12 2026

    In this episode,Yvonne speaks with Rosita Sweetman, author of Girl with a Fork in a World of Soup. From childhood trauma and personal loss to activism and resilience, Rosita shares her raw, honest and unforgettable life story while also chatting about everyday life.



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    29 min
  • Ger Moane

    Ger Moane
    Feb 12 2026

    Yvonne talks to Irish author Ger Moane about her novel 'Keeper of Stones', a fictional story about Newgrange, and a book that 'imagines an idyllic time of peace and harmony with the earth.'


    https://germoane.com/keeper-of-stones/



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    29 min