American-Irish Author and Poet Steve Huenneke told listeners more about his new book containing his latest poetry collection, titled 'War Stories'.

...and finally, following the loss of her baby during pregnancy, Bree native Shauna Buckley spoke to John about her experience of baby loss, and how she hopes to raise funds for the 'Féileacáin' and 'A Little Lifetime Foundation' charities, with an upcoming concert in the Riverside Park Hotel on March 19th, titled 'Méabh's Little Light'.

Féileacáin can be contacted at 085 2496464, while A Little Lifetime Foundation can be contacted at 01 8829030.

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Following protests throughout the country and in Wexford also, regarding a proposed review and subsequent pause in SNA numbers, the Founder and CEO of AsIAm, Ireland's national autism charity, Adam Harris spoke to John about the effect that the proposed cuts had on children with autism, their parents and their families. 

South East Radio Sports' Liam Spratt spoke briefly on the show following the previous evening's election of Wexford man Derek Kent to the role of GAA President, following a comprehensive vote. 

...and finally Wexford-based Musician Ronan Furlong was on the programme to chat about his musical career so far, and about an upcoming gig in the Wexford Arts Centre also. We also heard two of Ronan's latest releases, one of which is his latest single. 

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Following Red C research which shows that more Irish people still prefer the traditional book over e-books and audiobooks, the Proprietor of Red Books in Wexford Town, Wally O'Neill was on the show to discuss the findings further. 

Following the announcement that Chadwicks Wexford Park finished as the national runner-up in the GAA's 'Pitch of the Year' competition, the county groundsman John Kehoe spoke of his work in keeping the playing surface smooth.

...and ahead of a big weekend to come in Country music in Wexford, the Country and Irish performer Paddy O'Brien joined John for a chat reflecting on his career and experience in music. 

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Mother and Daughter duo Kate and Sarah Gaynor spoke to John about completing their 32 counties in 34 weeks 5 kilometre park run challenge, which raised funds for charity. 

...and Ferns man Alan Owens spoke to John about his vast photo and video archive, comprising forgotten pieces of Wexford's history, all the way back from the early 60's.

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Primary School Principal Simon Lewis was also on the show, to discuss his new book 'The Tech-Enabled Principal', and how technology and AI can assist leaders in the workplace generally. 

...and finally, the ladies of the 'Stage Fright' choir serenaded the Saturday Morning Live audience, as John spoke to their Musical Director Ruth Gallagher, their Chairperson Helen Delaney, and the group's Secretary Deirdre Sinnott. 

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A range of Wexford's finest performers joined John for this traditional music special. 

On the very day that the Wexford hurlers commenced a new Allianz Hurling League campaign, long-standing South East Radio Sport commentator Gerry Forde gave his thoughts ahead of the new GAA season.

Filmmaker Dave Sheehan explained more about 'The Rubbish Film Festival', and how Wexford students and schools can get involved. 

...and so popular was the last appearance of Writer and Researcher of Linguistics, Dr. Robert 'Robbie' Sinnott, that he was invited on the programme again to explain more about the origins of some of Wexford's most well-known words and phrases. 

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John was also joined by Seosamh Ó Murchú of Foclóir, who told listeners about he and his team's efforts to successfully produce the first-ever monolingual, all-Irish dictionary. 

With the WexTrad festival weekend almost upon us, Festival Organisers and Curators George Lawlor TD, Senan Lillis and John Roche were in studio to explain more about the upcoming showpiece of traditional and Irish music in Wexford town.

There was also live music from the fabulous teenage trad group Nascnua.

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Law Lecture at University of Galway, and commentator of American political affairs, Larry Donnelly, was on the programme looking back at an eventful week in American and international affairs. 

10 Years to the day of the passing of the legendary David Bowie, the Deputy Editor of Hot Press magazine, Stuart Clark was on the show, looking back on his life and times. 

Finally, Ben Bernie and Garry Doran of the Wexford Hurling Podcast joined John, looking ahead to a new season of hurling, ahead of the launch of the Allianz Hurling League, later this month. 

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Businessman Cyril Wheelock was on the show to discuss the positives and negatives of social media, among other things in a wide-ranging chat.

The 'Dictionary Doctor', Dr. Chris Mulhall of SETU was on the show to discuss language and Oxford Dictionary's Word of the Year for 2025 - 'rage bait'.

Finally, Campile man Dean Hayes was on the show, telling of his story of reaching out to Pieta, and how today, he is an active volunteer and fundraiser for the charity. 

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The Bishop of the Diocese of Ferns, Ger Nash appeared live in studio, to discuss the true meaning of the Christmas season.

Chairperson of Gorey Meals on Wheels Colin Webb, along with Volunteer Nuala Mythen, told listeners of their important work over the Christmas period.

...and finally there was a live performance from The Lagoon Junior Choir, ranging in ages from 8 to 12, hailing from Our Lady's Island.

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Primary School Principal in the South East, and the host of the 'If I Were Minister for Education' podcast Simon Lewis was on the show to discuss a recent survey highlighting teacher stress and burnout.

Finally, Writer and Researcher of linguistics, Dr. Robert Sinnott was on the programme, discussing the origins of various well-known Wexford words and phrases.

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Archaeologist and Historian Barry Lacey joined John to discuss his new book 'Beneath the Ground of Kings and Saints: The Archaeology and History of Ferns'. 

Finally, Traditional Singer, Researcher and Documentary Maker, Aileen Lambert was on the show to explain more about 'The Wexford Carol', a well known Christmas song, collected in Wexford in the early 1900's, and which has since been performed by the likes of Tom Jones and Julie Andrews. 

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Fresh from an impressive campaign at the Under-17 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, Bunclody native Ryan Butler joined John to discuss his experience at what was a memorable tournament for the teenager.

Finally, flanked by two fellow ceolteoirí, traditional Irish music performer and teacher Helena Dunbar was on the show to explain more about Wexford's newest Comhaltas group, in Bunclody. 

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Also appearing on the show was one of Wexford's most popular Country and Irish performers, Stacey Breen, who discussed her career so far, her new band, and she also performed live in studio.

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North-Wexford South Wicklow Sinn Féin TD Fionntán Ó Súilleabháin joins John to reflect upon the election campaign, alongside other national and local issues. 

Wexford-based Entrepreneur Kate Doyle was on the show to explain more about her sustainable business EcoKinly, as well as her inclusion in the prestigious ACORNS programme.

And finally, Folklorist and Artist Michael Fortune was on the programme to explain more about Halloween traditions from a Wexford perspective, in times gone by. 

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PGA Professional Golfer and Golf Performance & Fitness Coach Jamie Dreelan spoke to John from his home in Dubai about his golfing career and his recent experience at the Ryder Cup in New York. The Ballindaggin native is also a member of golfer Tommy Fleetwood's academy. 

40 years on from the success of an All-Ireland Junior Hurling triumph, former Wexford Junior Hurling Selector Denis Kinsella, and Wexford Hurling Historian Ed Rowesome spoke to John about the significance of the win in 1985, and how it is set to be celebrated soon.

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The Pettit's SuperValu Senior Hurling Championship Semi-Finals are up for contention this weekend - Ben Bernie and Garry Doran of the Wexford Hurling Podcast join John to discuss.

On what is Baby Loss Awareness Week, John is joined by Linda Corcoran of the 'A Little Lifetime' Foundation, who tells her story of the loss of her baby Emma Rose at 40 weeks.

Finally, ahead of the launch of a new historic film about the murder of the Redmond brother at Ballycarney in 1798, Author Maria Nolan, Historian Barry Leacy, Producer Jer Ennis & Director Dick Donaghue join John to explain more about 'The Shadow of Tyranny'.

Could Wexford be about to join the likes of Belfast, Amsterdam, Salou and so many other hotspot destinations in getting our own unique 3D county name signage? Cllr Leonard Kelly had floated the idea on social media to much popularity - he joins John to discuss.

The Director of Policy and Advocacy at the National Youth Council of Ireland Kathryn Walsh was on the programme to answer the question - Are there enough communal offline spaces and support services for Wexford’s youth?

Finally, ahead of one of the biggest national Car shows and road runs which is taking place in Enniscorthy - the Gerard Murphy Memorial, John chats to one of the chief event organisers, Gerard's mother, Bríd Murphy.