Rté - Marty Whelan At Midday Podcast

Maestro John Wilson joins Marty for a chat before he conducts our friends in the National Symphony Orchestras concert at the NCH on Friday - performing Holst, Lili Boulanger and a European premiere by Joe Chindamo.

Tenor Noah Stewart joins Marty to chat about returning to Ireland for a Puccini centenary concert with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra and Celine Byrne. Plus how he came to recording Sting in Italian, and working with the wonderful Cara O'Sullivan. 

Mezzo-soprano Sharon Carty and pianist Finghin Collins joined Marty to chat about their new album 'Cushendall' marking the century of Charles Villiers Stanford, and a series of concerts at the National Concert Hall. 

Madeira sauce. This has to be one of the nicest sauces that I use in the restaurant and it’s a vital element of my signature loin of lamb recipe. It keeps for up to 3 days in the fridge if stored in a rigid plastic container and it also freezes well.

Dancing on the radio? Why not. A joy to have Rebeca Sanchez and Jaime Martin in studio. Ahead of their concert in the NCH with the National Symphony Orchestra

Some of the supermarkets are now selling cowboy steaks from their butcher counters or your butcher will be happy to cut one for you. They are the perfect size for a nice generous meal for two.

This is a perfect tea for lots of hungry children, but it would also be a good weekend late breakfast, depending on your mood. They are always very popular, often with long queues, and once you’ve tasted them it’s easy to understand why.

Marty is joined by the other Marti - Wet, Wet, Wet sensation Marti Pellow. He returns to Dublin next month to perform hits from the iconic 'Popped in Souled Out' album with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra. He chats to Marty about his reinventing classic 80s hits for an orchestral performance, and why he loves performing in Ireland.

A great chat with tenor Gavin Ring about lots of exciting things coming up, keep up now!

There is something very comforting about a whole roast chicken brought to the table – it reminds me of family Sunday lunches from childhood. The flavours here are fantastic and really penetrate the flesh of the chicken. Try to buy a free-range or organic chicken, as the flavour is always so much better.

New music from Garadice Vocalist Eleanor Shanley, flute player Dave Sheridan and guitarist John McCartin of Garadice join Marty for chat about their new album, tour dates and to perform wonderful live music this morning 

Mushroom soup made from wild mushrooms has the most extraordinary, intense flavour. I find they actually make the best soup when they are a few days old and have darkened a bit, so snatch up any that are just past their best in the supermarket. If you want a gluten-free soup, omit the bread and reduce the stock. Serves 6

Marty is joined in studio by legendary singer/songwriter Janis Ian, ahead of her appearance at Tradfest 2024. The artist behind evergreen songs including Stars and At Seventeen, they chat about her life and work and asks what it means to be celebrated by Irish artists including Mary Black, Wallis Bird and Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh.

The iconic folk singer and songwriter Ralph McTell chats to Marty about his iconic hits Streets of London and From Clare to Here, and being celebrated as part of Tradfest 2024

The very talented and very busy mezzo-soprano Niamh O’Sullivan joins Marty to chat about her busy schedule performing with the National Symphony Orchestra, becoming a BBC BBC New Generation Artist and singing Bizet's La Tragedie de Carmen at Cork Opera House

New years foodie resolutions including comfort food, yes comfort food!

Stephen Rea talks to Marty about tonight's opening of 'Krapp's Last Tape' at The Project Arts Centre.

We have covered the main event now for the delicious sides.

Marty is joined in studio by the incredible jazz vocalist Gregory Porter, celebrating the release of his first ever Christmas album, Christmas Wish. Gregory chats to Marty about his personal Christmas traditions, who inspired him in interpreting some of the great Christmas classics and writing his own festive songs.

The turkey and the ham. Make sure it's Irish! Delicious & no stress!