Monday
Lyric Lunchtime Choice (Lyric fm, 12.30 p.m.) Lorcan Murray broadcasts the first of two shows live from the Third Age EXPO at the RDS, a three-day exhibition for people aged over 50.
The Book on One (RTE Radio 1, 2.45 p.m.) To celebrate World Book Week some well known Irish personalities share a favourite book with listeners each afternoon.
Is There Life After Work? (RTE Radio 1, 3.30 p.m.)
John Quinn presents a new six-part series on preparing for and coping with retirement.
Tuesday
One Moment in Time: The Stardust Tragedy (RTE Radio 1, 7.35 p.m.) Fr Heber McMahon, who arrived on the scene just as the first fire engines did, reflects on the night that took 49 young lives.
The Afternoon Play (BBC Radio 4, 2.15 p.m.) Based on Our Nig, the first English-language novel by a black American, Harriet E. Wilson, published in 1859.
Wednesday
Not So Different (RTE Radio 1, 9.30 p.m.) The programme moves to this new slot and includes a visit to the Cavan Centre in Ballyjamesduff.
The Documentary on One (RTE Radio 1, 7.05 p.m.) The Plague House Orchestra coincides with Ash Wednesday and focuses on why people smoke.
Thursday
Seascapes (RTE Radio 1, 9.30 p.m.) Tom McSweeney broadcasts from Limerick's Boat Club at Sarsfield Bridge and talks to members of the Iniscealtra Sailing Club.
Remembering Dusty Springfield (BBC Radio 2, 10 p.m.) The story continues.
Friday
Sounds of Cheltenham (RTE Radio 1, 7.05 p.m.) In the week before the festival a trawl through the archives.
Mountbatten Festival of Music (BBC Radio 2, 9.30 p.m.) Highlights of the annual three-day charity event.