Person: Dan Healy

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<p>Gerry Ryan built his mid-morning 2FM show into a 300,000-listener behemoth. Moments such as the morning that rape victim Lavinia Kerwick phoned him live on air are testament to his status as a great broadcaster. Picture: RTÉ</p>

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Terry Prone: RTÉ's 2FM exodus is understandable. It can rebuild if it learns from its past

The exodus is understandable from the point of view of those leaving. But 2FM can rebuild if it learns from its past and hires people who understand broadcasting, and are hungry to do it

<p>All publicity is good publicity was the view Mr Healy took to the perceived crisis at 2FM which made the headlines yet again when Jennifer Zamparelli (pictured) became the fourth presenter to announce her decision to leave on Thursday. Photo: Moya Nolan</p>

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'I have no fear': 2FM boss dismisses crisis claims after presenter exodus

celebrity

Here’s who you can see live on Instagram in the 2FM/ChildLine concerts

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RTÉ pay tribute to Marian Finucane as JNLR figures show massive gains for late presenter

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JNLR figures prove Jennifer Zamparelli a hit and Marian Finucane a miss

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Jenny Greene on her return Leeside and settling back into her 2FM presenter's seat

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you mix Billie Eilish with a group of Irish classical musicians?

Miley meets Mozart in a thrilling collaboration debuting at Body & Soul Festival this weekend.

Wed, 19 Jun, 2019

Marian Finucane tops latest radio listenership figures

Marian Finucane was the big winner in the latest radio listenership figures with her total audience for the weekend rising by 75,000.

Thu, 02 May, 2019

Doireann Garrihy joins Eoghan McDermott for all new 2FM breakfast show

What do you think of the move?

Thu, 02 May, 2019

Persistance pays off as Highfield secure promotion to Division 1B

It has been a tale of perseverance for Highfield as the Cork club finally gained promotion to Division 1B of the All-Ireland League after back-to-back second place finishes in recent seasons.

Mon, 25 Mar, 2019

2FM boss suggests Al Porter may return to radio once controversy settles

2FM boss Dan Healy has hinted that Al Porter could return to RTE radio, instead of his own Today FM, once the controversy settles.

Fri, 09 Feb, 2018

Radio 1, Newstalk flagships lose out in latest listenership figures

Some of RTÉ Radio 1 and Newstalk’s flagship morning shows were the biggest losers in the latest radio listenership figures, as 2FM continues to go from strength to strength.

Fri, 09 Feb, 2018

2FM enjoys gains for weekday shows

RTÉ 2 FM were the big winners in the latest radio listenership figures with big gains for its peak weekday shows.

Fri, 28 Jul, 2017

Ian Dempsey and Dave Fanning are still making waves as they're inducted into PPI Radio Awards hall of fame

Four familiar voices from the airwaves have landed on the PPI Radio Awards hall of fame.

Sat, 17 Sep, 2016

‘Morning Ireland’ still nation’s top radio show latest figures show

RTÉ Radio 1 performed well across the board, Today FM lost listeners to its flagship programmes, and the battle for airwave supremacy in Cork City saw presenter Neil Prendeville lose ground to his main rival.

Thu, 28 Jul, 2016

After rise and rise of UFC, is fall inevitable?

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is widely regarded to be among the fastest growing sports in the world. In Ireland, its popularity has skyrocketed, taking the sport into the mainstream. The reason? Conor McGregor.

Wed, 13 Apr, 2016

Bans won’t work but caution will - Danger in sport

THE death of Portuguese fighter João Carvalho, because of injuries he sustained during a mixed martial arts fight with Charlie ‘The Hospital’ Ward at the National Stadium last Saturday night is a tragedy.

Wed, 13 Apr, 2016

Kenmare farmers in the pink for fundraiser

It’s not the usual attire for farmers at the fortnightly sheep mart or possibly even their choice of colour.

Tue, 09 Feb, 2016

The sound of a new generation: How 2FM became a youth station again

Just 18 months ago 2FM’s listenership was in decline and it was in the midst of an identity crisis. Station head Dan Healy insisted he had a plan that would work - and true to his word, the figures are up. John Meagher finds out how.

Sat, 07 Nov, 2015

Speculation rife as Tubridy returns to RTÉ 1 radio slot

RTÉ has refused to say who will fill the slot left vacant on 2FM after Ryan Tubridy rejoins Radio 1 to present a new morning programme.

Fri, 31 Jul, 2015

Claire Byrne a star as RTÉ wins listeners

Women are pulling in the listeners on RTÉ Radio 1, 2FM is snapping at the heels of main rival Today FM, and Newstalk’s Pat Kenny has lost 8,000 listeners since last April.

Fri, 31 Jul, 2015

Tubridy has no plans to move from 2FM

Even though figures have seen a major drop.

Fri, 08 Aug, 2014

Hector leaves 2fm

RTE 2fm have announced the departure of Hector O hEochagain.

Tue, 17 Dec, 2013

CBC forced to battle hard

CBC CORK coach Peter Melia had warned his side that Glenstal can’t be taken lightly anymore, and he was emphatically proved right as the Murroe school pushed his troops all the way in this Avonmore Milk Munster Senior Schools Cup quarter-final at Temple Hill yesterday.

Thu, 17 Feb, 2011

Person: Dan Healy

Terry Prone: RTÉ's 2FM exodus is understandable. It can rebuild if it learns from its past

'I have no fear': 2FM boss dismisses crisis claims after presenter exodus

Here’s who you can see live on Instagram in the 2FM/ChildLine concerts

RTÉ pay tribute to Marian Finucane as JNLR figures show massive gains for late presenter

JNLR figures prove Jennifer Zamparelli a hit and Marian Finucane a miss

Jenny Greene on her return Leeside and settling back into her 2FM presenter's seat

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you mix Billie Eilish with a group of Irish classical musicians?

Marian Finucane tops latest radio listenership figures

Doireann Garrihy joins Eoghan McDermott for all new 2FM breakfast show

Persistance pays off as Highfield secure promotion to Division 1B

2FM boss suggests Al Porter may return to radio once controversy settles

Radio 1, Newstalk flagships lose out in latest listenership figures