“My father thought I was part bird, because I was born without arms”

Former Republic of Ireland soccer player Niall Quinn joins Brendan to share the five songs that have soundtracked his journey from the pitch to the boardroom. From Nat King Cole’s ‘Too Young’ to The Pogues’ ‘A Rainy Night in Soho,’ he gives us a personal look at the music that defined the milestones of his life and career.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Irish Times Consumer Affairs Correspondent Conor Pope joins the show to highlight the essential apps you need before you head to the airport. From bagging the best currency rates, to finding the best taxi apps to navigate local transport safely, Conor explains how to make your holiday smoother and cheaper.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining Brendan to discuss the lead stories in Sunday’s newspapers are: Mary Regan, Political Editor with the Irish Independent and Sunday Independent; Gerard Howlin, Irish Times columnist and Public Affairs Consultant; Anna Marie McHugh, Assistant Managing Director of the National Ploughing Association; and Dr. Graham Finlay, Assistant Professor of Politics and International Relations at UCD.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining Brendan to preview the best films and TV shows this week – including Season two of Beef, Margo’s Got Money and Big Mistakes are; Sarina Bellissimo, presenter of The Bellissimo Files, and John Maguire, film critic with The Business Post.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Consultant dermatologist Professor Catriona Ryan breaks down the world of “tweakments”, from Botox to skin boosters, and what people should know before going under the needle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artist, Mary Duffy talks to Brendan about living without arms. She talks about how her parents found it hard to accept her disability, how living independently was the greatest achievement of her life, defying expectations and the surprise of finding a lifelong love in her husband, Denis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baker and founder of 2210 Patisserie Una Leonard joins Brendan to talk about the joy of baking at home, why she loves recreating tastes from her childhood and how to make the retro treat; the cheesecake bun!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chartered psychologist Allison Keating explains the psychology behind love languages, how they shape our relationships, and why understanding them can transform how we connect with others.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Irish Times political editor Pat Leahy joins Brendan to discuss the fuel protests, what’s driving the anger on the ground, and how the Government is responding to growing pressure. He also looks at the broader political implications and what this unrest could mean going forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TV architect Dermot Bannon talks Brendan through what’s hot and what’s not in our homes right now. He talks about retrofitting, the benefits of insulation but also how smaller interventions, like a new countertop or a Velux window can make the biggest difference.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.