Episodes

Our Prayer Coach slot today is Fr Brian Shortall from Halston Street Parish in Dublin 7, who’ll help us unpack why Paul’s timeless words in 1Corinthians remain just as relevant today and how we can live them out in our everyday lives. “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonour others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs… Love never fails.” — 1 Corinthians 13:4–8

Today we’re talking about a very special ship that’s bringing books, knowledge and a message of hope to people around the world. Logos Hope is home to the world’s largest floating book fair, welcoming thousands of visitors in each port and offering more than 5,000 titles to people of all ages. Joining Kieran to tell us more about this incredible project are Salome Isler-Mey, Project Coordinator for Logos Hope, and Ruchir Rana.

we’re talking about a question that’s on the minds of musicians, artists, writers, and creatives everywhere: Will AI kill creativity? Joining us is Louis Hemmings, who brings a thoughtful perspective to the conversation about AI, music, and what makes human creativity truly unique. As AI becomes increasingly capable of creating music, poetry, and art, we’re left asking what this means for the future of human creators.

CEO of Spirit Radio Rob Clarke encourages us to pray more in this world of dis-ease we are living in today

Erin Galvin, founder of Inheritance Ministries. Erin’s heart is to help people discover the healing, freedom, and identity found in Jesus Christ through teaching, discipleship, prayer, and ministry. Through Inheritance Ministries, Erin also shares Blessed & Anointed Fragrance Oils, created as prophetic reminders of God’s presence, healing, and promises. She is passionate about seeing people experience restoration and wholeness through Jesus, including through the ministry of Soul Fracture Restor...

Harmony M. Klingenmeyer, founder of Hear Their Voices Ministries, ordained minister, published author, and passionate advocate for Christ-centered foster care and adoption. Harmony and her husband, Scott, have adopted three sons from foster care and have walked alongside many families through reunification and healing. Through her journey, Harmony discovered a unique calling to help bring healing to those impacted by trauma through her ministry, Soul Fracture Restoration.

The Head 2 Head Challenge is back with members of the emergency services joining forces to raise money for Charity. This year it’s for the Bray Senior fund and will include members of the Fire Service, Coastguard, Gardai and Defence Forces alongside members of the public walking Wicklow Head to Bray Head along the coast. Firefighter Brian Murray joined Nikki Hayes to discuss

This week’s Prayer Coach is evangelist Dermot Landy, who joins us to reflect on what it means to live a life transformed by Christ. Through his ministry, Dermot encourages people to deepen their faith, seek God in prayer, and share the hope of the Gospel with others. Dermot’s reflection this week is based on Galatians 2:20: “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and ga...

Richard O’Shea is captain of the Global Mercy, the world’s largest purpose-built civilian hospital ship, operated by Mercy Ships. Mercy Ships brings hope and healing to communities through free surgical care, medical training, and practical support, serving alongside local healthcare systems across Africa and beyond. Richard is home for a few weeks before returning to the ship in September as the Global Mercy heads to Ghana for its next mission.

The Irish Bible Institute (IBI) equips students to grow in their understanding of the Bible, theology, and Christian life. Through accessible courses, including evening and degree programmes, IBI helps students deepen their faith, engage with Scripture, and prepare to serve their churches and communities. Rachel Kelleher and Anthony Breen are IBI students and they talk about their experiences studying theology and how it has shaped their faith and understanding. For more info click HERE

Derek Farrell, Chairperson and Director of the Arthur McCluskey Foundation, a charity dedicated to helping some of the poorest communities in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Following a hugely successful visit earlier this year, Fr. Svet from Medjugorje will return to Ireland from the 21st to the 27th of August 2026, visiting Dublin, Louth, Waterford, Cork, Kerry and Clare. The week promises evenings of prayer, reflection and hope, while also raising awareness of the Foundation’s ongoing humanitarian wo...

Many electricity customers are wondering why some overnight electricity tariffs are going up when we’re constantly told Ireland is producing more renewable energy than ever. We also hear about surplus wind energy that can’t be used. So why is that happening, and could we be making better use of that energy? Joining me first is Alan Wyley from EnergyCloud Ireland and then we speak with Peadar Toibin from Aontu

“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Today, as Evangelist John Edwards shares this powerful message from Ephesians 2:10, we are reminded that each one of us has been lovingly created by God with a unique purpose. We are not here by accident. God has designed us, equipped us, and prepared good works for us to accomplish through Christ

Drogheda native Kyle Carroll knows what it’s like to search for purpose and direction. Like many young men, he was drawn to the online “manosphere” before realising, in his own words, that he had “paid the price” for following that path. After exploring other religions, he says he felt God calling him back to the Christian faith his grandmother had inspired. Since buying a Bible in March 2023, Kyle believes his life has been transformed.

John and Danielle Connors, the husband-and-wife team behind the Reclaim the Faith podcast. Through honest conversations and powerful personal testimonies, they’ve been exploring faith, healing, hope and transformation, while inspiring thousands of listeners on their own spiritual journeys. It’s been a remarkable time for the couple, following their recent marriage, and they’re also preparing for the Darnadale Walk of Hope, a community event focused on bringing people together through hope, faith...

John and Danielle Connors, the husband-and-wife team behind the Reclaim the Faith podcast. Through honest conversations and powerful personal testimonies, they’ve been exploring faith, healing, hope and transformation, while inspiring thousands of listeners on their own spiritual journeys. It’s been a remarkable time for the couple, following their recent marriage, and they’re also preparing for the Darnadale Walk of Hope, a community event focused on bringing people together through hope, faith...

The last year has been a challenging one in terms of escalating conflict, worsening displacement and natural disasters. But through it all missionaries have been on the ground providing vital support to the most vulnerable communities in the world. Despite the challenges, in 2025 alone Irish missionaries helped change the lives of 1.13 million lives in 40 countries delivering training for climate resilient livelihoods, quality education, better healthcare and renewed hope. Continuing centurie...

The last year has been a challenging one in terms of escalating conflict, worsening displacement and natural disasters. But through it all missionaries have been on the ground providing vital support to the most vulnerable communities in the world. Despite the challenges, in 2025 alone Irish missionaries helped change the lives of 1.13 million lives in 40 countries delivering training for climate resilient livelihoods, quality education, better healthcare and renewed hope. Continuing centurie...

A new evaluation of ESB Science Blast has found that every child surveyed enjoyed taking part in the programme, with the research also highlighting high levels of inclusion, confidence and participation among primary school students from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. More than 110,000 children have taken part in the initiative since it began in 2019, and the latest findings are now being used to help make STEM education even more accessible. Joining us to discuss the report an...

We’re halfway through the year, and for many of us, those ambitious New Year’s resolutions have either fallen by the wayside or been quietly forgotten. But rather than feeling guilty about what’s not been achieved, experts say the halfway point is actually the perfect time to pause, reflect and reset. Whether it’s your health, career, relationships or personal wellbeing, a mid-year check-in can help you refocus on what really matters. Joining us now is life coach Anna Sutton to talk about ...

Adam Burke from Jigsaw chatted to Kieran about the proposed ban on social media for those under 16. https://jigsaw.ie/

Anna Hyland from Dublin chatted to Kieran about her life and where she sees God at work in it

Senator Aubrey McCarthy, founder of Tiglin spoke to Kieran about a recent visit by Anja Busse, Unit Head for Alcohol, Drugs and Addictive Behaviours at the World Health Organization, to Tiglin’s Lighthouse Service in Dublin highlighting the importance of putting the voices and lived experiences of people in recovery at the centre of addiction services.

Ryan O’Neill, founder of AI Maestro, chatted to Kieran about helping businesses and organizations understand and use AI in practical ways, and what all of this could mean for everyday workers and businesses here in Ireland. https://www.aimaestro.me/