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Ahead of his 15th year hosting the Rose of Tralee, Dáithí Ó Sé talks to PJ about the joy of the festival, working alongside co-host Kathryn Thomas, the changing face of the Roses, and how he keeps the high-pressure live show running smoothly.From memorable moments to behind-the-scenes secrets, he reflects on why the event remains a uniquely Irish celebration.

Eighteen-year-old Cormac O’Callaghan from Cork is set to represent Ireland at the UCI World Championships, while living with muscular dystrophy. From lockdown bike rides to a €30,000 world-class setup, he shares how determination, family support, and a love for cycling are driving him toward his dream: the 2028 Paralympics.

Paul Byrne rides along with Cork’s National Ambulance Service to witness the reality behind the sirens.Along the way, they open up about the emotional toll, the tight-knit camaraderie, and the powerful life lessons learned on the frontline of emergency care.

The ambulance service - we’ve been out to see and hear them in action.. York Hill its going to be a nightmare when kids go back to school, Oasis fever - are you headed to Croker? and lot's more

When 58-year-old Carol Callaghan collapsed from a sudden cardiac arrest while on holiday in Spain, her family was told she might not survive. Against the odds, she pulled through, but remains in intensive care, unable to return to Ireland without an air ambulance and specialist medical support. With her insurance refusing to cover the costs, her son Jack joins PJ to share their urgent fundraising plea, the emotional journey so far, and a powerful reminder about the life-saving importance of first aid.

Cork City Council’s plan to block through traffic on York Hill is about to change the daily commute for locals, parents, and bus drivers alike. PJ Coogan talks to traffic expert Wayne Hilton and Councillor Joe Kavanagh about what “filtered permeability” really means, why it’s starting right before schools reopen, and whether the changes will fix congestionor make St. Luke’s Cross an even bigger nightmare.

#The cost of living - in a wealthy country why are things so tough for ordinary people....A romantic relationship with Chat GPT - are people really that lonely...Cork Rose Nancy is the bookies favourite to win in Tralee & lots more 

PJ Coogan catches up with 2025 Cork Rose Nancy Lehane ahead of the Rose of Tralee Festival. From growing up in Ireland’s highest village to becoming the bookies’ favourite, Nancy shares her whirlwind journey, the excitement of the pre-festival tour, and the support pouring in from her hometown.

A recent survey revealed that 1 in 10 Irish adults have formed a romantic connection with an AI chatbot.PJ Coogan speaks with Fiona O’Malley, CEO of Turn2Me, about what’s driving this growing trend, the role loneliness plays, and the risks of replacing real human relationships with digital companionship.