Morning Ireland

Morning Ireland

Morning Ireland is the primary morning news and current affairs program broadcast by RTÉ Radio 1, the national radio service of Ireland. Serving as the network's flagship news production, it occupies the 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. weekday time slot and consistently maintains its status as the most-listened-to radio program in the Republic of Ireland. The editorial scope of the show covers a broad spectrum of topics including national politics, international relations, economic developments, and social issues.

The program is presented by a rotating team of established journalists from the RTÉ News division. The current lineup of regular presenters includes Audrey Carville, Gavin Jennings, Mary Wilson, Áine Lawlor, and Justin McCarthy. Each broadcast is structured around live, long-form interviews with key decision-makers, including government ministers, opposition spokespeople, and representatives from various non-governmental organizations. These interviews are complemented by on-the-ground reporting from a network of domestic and international correspondents.

In addition to its core news coverage, Morning Ireland incorporates several specialized segments into its daily schedule. These include regular business updates, sports news bulletins, and the "It Says in the Papers" segment, which provides a summary of the headlines and editorial stances from the day's printed press. The show also provides regular traffic and weather updates tailored for a commuting audience.

While the live broadcast remains the primary medium, the program is extensively archived and distributed as a podcast. This digital availability includes both the full two-hour broadcast and curated individual segments, allowing listeners to access specific interviews and reports on demand. The podcast version serves as a comprehensive record of the daily Irish political and social landscape, making it a significant resource for those seeking detailed analysis of contemporary Irish affairs and the country’s role within the European and global context.

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Siobhán O'Grady, Ukraine Correspondent for the New York Times, outlines what is known about US-led talks in Abu Dhabi aimed at ending the war between Russia and Ukraine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Russia, Ukraine to meet for US-backed talks in Abu Dhabi

Siobhán O'Grady, Ukraine Correspondent for the New York Times, outlines what is known about US-led talks in Abu Dhabi aimed at ending the war between Russia and Ukraine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Nov 2026
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7.35am Sports News

Presented by Pauric Lodge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Nov 2026
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12,000 banned books go on public view

Reporter, Conor Hunt speaks to Orlaith McBride, Director of the National Archives, about books previously banned by the State. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Nov 2026
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'Unrealistic ideals' leading to disordered eating

Professor Fiona McNicholas, Consultant in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at St. John of God and Children's Health Ireland, discusses the rise in the number of people admitted to hospital suffering from eating disorders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Nov 2026
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7.50am Business News

Presented by Adam Maguire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Nov 2026