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The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Ireland's most popular RTE radio star revealed in last laugh boost after TV show axe as Joe Duffy faced drop before exit
The most listened to station has also been revealed LISTEN UP Ireland's most popular RTE radio star revealed in last laugh boost after TV show axe as Joe Duffy faced drop before exit BRENDAN O'Connor has been crowned the king of Irish radio after making massive gains in new JNLR figures. The Cork man has now surpassed predecessor Marian Finucane after adding a staggering 49,000 listeners to his Saturday programme on RTE Radio One, which now has an audience of 412,00. 5 Claire Byrne gained 6,000 more listeners Credit: ANDRES POVEDA PHOTOGRAPHY LTD 5 Presenting legend Joe Duffy stepped down from Liveline this year Credit: PA While Bren's Sunday programme added 40,000 more listeners with 409,000 tuning in. A station source told The Irish Sun: "This is the first time that Brendan has reached over 400,000 listeners on both weekend days. "Marian had over 400,000 listening to her Saturday show but never reached that on a Sunday like Brendan is doing now.". Host Brendan, whose popular TV chat show was once axed by RTE, is also having the last laugh with his year on year figures up 63,000. Colleague Miriam O'Callaghan also enjoyed a rise in the new figures with her Sunday morning Miriam Meets programme up 13,000 to 317, 000 ahead of her much anticipated memoir, out in October. While RTE colleague Claire Byrne gained 6,000 more listeners to reach 354,00 on RTE Radio 1. Departed RTE star Joe Duffy suffered a drop for his last set of figures with Liveline, down 8,000 to 299,000. Matching Oliver Callan, also on 299,000 who was down 1,000 listeners. Morning Ireland remains the most listened to radio show in Ireland with 469,000 tuning in, down 2,000. Ex-RTE star Joe Duffy lands new role after leaving Liveline Other RTE Radio 1 shows losing listeners include Louise Duffy down 4,000 to 219,000 and Ray D'Arcy down 10,000 to 182,000. There were drops on 2FM with Doireann Garrihy losing 8,000 listeners to her Drivetime Show, which now has 125,00 tuning in. Other weekday drops included The Breakfast show down 9,000 listeners to 139,000, Laura Fox down 5,000 to 122,000 and Tracey Clifford down 1,000 to 110,000 But new weekend hosts fared better with Weekend Afternoon with Demi and Mikey up 5,000 to 127,000 on Saturdays, and up 9,000 to 127,000 on Sundays. And Weekend Drive with Emma and Graham up 9,000 on Saturday to 112,000. DAYTIME GAINS While 2fm daytime struggled, rivals Today FM enjoyed daytime gains with Ian Dempsey up, 9,000 to 213,000. Dave Moore up 5,000 to 198,000, Louise Cantillon up 12,000 to 119,000, Ray Foley up 6,000 to 159,000 and Matt Cooper's Last Word up 18,000 to 181,000. Over on Newstalk Kieran Cuddihy was the big winner with 12,000 new listeners to his Hard Shoulder programme with 165,000 tuning in. Pat Kenny was down 8,000 listeners to 216,000, Andrea Gilligan down 10,000 to 124,000. No change to Sean Moncrief, at 108,000 or Newstalk Breakfast with no change on their 165,000 listeners Over on RTE Lyric FM Marty Whelan added 4,000 listeners with 75,000 tuning in with Classic Drive with Lorcan Murray up 5,000 listeners to 64,000. These are the latest JNLR listenership figures for the 12 months to the end of June 2025. 5 Miriam O'Callaghan was revealed to have 317,000 listeners Credit: Getty 5 RTE's favourite hosts have been revealed in JNLR figures Credit: Alamy
The Irish Sun
02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Naga Munchetty ‘went ballistic' at intern for getting her porridge wrong, claims insider – as host hit by bullying probe
NAGA Munchetty "went ballistic" at an intern for getting her porridge wrong insiders claim as the host is hit by a bullying probe. The insider previously worked with Munchetty, 50, on BBC Breakfast and revealed the host is an "absolute nightmare" and would "kick off about the smallest of issues". Advertisement 2 Naga Munchetty "went ballistic" at an intern for getting her porridge wrong, insiders claim Credit: BBC 2 It comes as the BBC is set to launch an investigation into Munchetty following a string of complaints. Credit: Getty The source has claimed that under-fire BBC presenter They also revealed that she humiliated an intern who didn't make her porridge perfectly. An insider told the "She would kick off about the smallest of issues, including one time she went ballistic over her breakfast not being prepared exactly how she likes it by an intern." Advertisement Read more TV News Munchetty refused to eat porridge delivered to her by an intern during an ad break as it was too hot for her to eat in the time she had. "The guy walked off the set utterly humiliated and went back to chuck it away before trying again in time for the next ad break, it was pretty brutal to watch," the insider added. A BBC spokesperson said: 'While we do not comment on individual cases, we take all complaints about conduct at work extremely seriously and will not tolerate behaviour that is not in line with our values. 'We have robust processes in place and would encourage any staff with concerns to raise them directly with us so they can be addressed.' Advertisement Most read in News TV It comes as the The Breakfast host has been placed 'under review' while bosses consider escalating matters to a formal investigation. Gary Lineker tops BBC best-paid list with Naga Munchetty among biggest earners amid 'bullying' row as salaries revealed A source said bosses had heard from a number of aggrieved colleagues, logging concerns over her She had also been hauled in by bosses over allegations she made an off-air sex jibe at 5 Live. Advertisement The source said: 'Following the amount of people who have come forward to "The review is to ascertain whether a full-on investigation is required and that could come in weeks.' The Sun previously reported Munchetty faced complaints on 5 Live including a bullying claim and . Bosses were forced to apologise on her behalf after a Advertisement Munchetty began work on BBC Breakfast in 2014 and covers Thursday to Saturday alongside Stayt, as well as presenting a Radio 5 programme three times a week. She is the BBC's 10th highest earner, on around £355,000. We reported since the bullying row had erupted on BBC Breakfast, her team had
Wales Online
28-06-2025
- Business
- Wales Online
Tesco giving away free breakfasts in cafes on Sunday if you show staff one thing
Tesco giving away free breakfasts in cafes on Sunday if you show staff one thing For the fourth year in a row, the supermarket chain is doing something to mark a very special day for people up and down the country Supermarket giant Tesco is giving away free breakfasts at hundreds of its stores this Sunday. For the fourth year running, Armed Forces personnel and veterans will be able to claim their free breakfast in more than 300 stores to mark Armed Forces Day. The day itself is an annual event celebrated in late June to commemorate the service of men and women in the British Armed Forces. Originally called Veterans' Day, it was first observed in 2006. Although an official event, it is not a public holiday in the UK. The name was changed to Armed Forces Day in 2009. Tesco has confirmed that as a thank you for their service, approximately 180,000 serving Armed Forces personnel and nearly two million veterans in the UK can choose from The Breakfast, The Veggie Breakfast, The Vegan Breakfast or Sausage Bap to enjoy for free when they present their MOD90 or Veterans ID card at either The Café or The Coffee Shop in stores across the country on Sunday, June 29. For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here . 'Our Armed Forces make extraordinary sacrifices to keep us safe,' said Ashwin Prasad, Tesco UK CEO. 'As the largest private employer of veterans in the UK, we want to recognise those who serve, and have served, this Armed Forces Day. We hope this free breakfast will go a little way to show our gratitude for their service.' Sabrina Lungo, chair of the Armed Forces colleague network at Tesco, added: 'Armed Forces Day is an important opportunity to recognise our Armed Forces personnel and veterans, and we're happy to be offering them this small token of our appreciation for the fourth year running. Article continues below 'Through our thriving Armed Forces network, we are proud to support the entire Armed Forces community at Tesco, from veterans to military partners and families, as they navigate the challenges of life in the Armed Forces and beyond.'
North Wales Live
30-04-2025
- Business
- North Wales Live
Croissant candles and baguette bags in Cote's first ever home collection
Côte Brasserie is launching its first-ever homewares collection, created in partnership with French lifestyle brand La Redoute Interieurs. The announcement comes as Côte also reveals its latest seasonally inspired Spring Specials in restaurants and with Côte at Home. There are 12 pieces, split into two ranges: The Breakfast Collection and Le Marché Collection - from croissant-print tote bags and breakfast candles to table linens inspired by the colours of seasonal produce. Steve Allen, Côte's Executive Chef – and former Executive Chef for Gordon Ramsay – has also crafted a new Spring Specials menu to accompany the launch. Dishes include wild garlic French toast, beetroot-cured smoked salmon, and slow-roasted lamb shank Navarin, finished with a Gariguette strawberry trifle. Steve said: 'At Côte, we believe food should be shared and celebrated. This spring, we've taken that idea one step further, not only with our inspired new menus, but by creating beautiful products that let our guests recreate the Côte experience at home. From your morning croissant to your evening dinner party, these pieces bring a little French joy to every moment.' Sarah Link, Marketing Director at La Redoute Interieurs, said: 'The Côte x La Redoute Interieurs collection brings the essence of French dining and living directly to your home. For those who find inspiration in bustling markets and patisseries, these products allow you to bring that magic into everyday life.' The collection is available from May 1 at La Redoute Interieurs. The collection includes:
