Fionn Davenport

Fionn was born in Dublin to an Irish Dad and an Italian Mum. He had a well-traveled childhood, as his parents lived in New York, Buenos Aires and Geneva. Not surprisingly, after graduation from Trinity College, he hit the road himself. Lucky enough to combine a love of writing and music with the travel bug, he paid his way around the world by DJing and reporting for leading travel publications such as The Lonely Planet Guides. Fionn had to make a call on his future and the call was Ireland. Back now and with a steady and interesting life and career, he has been part of the Newstalk team of contributors since the early days.

Q&A

What is the greatest invention of the last 100 years?
The airplane

What’s the best advice you have ever heard?
Don’t eat yellow snow.

What has been your worst moment on air to date?
On my very first presenter slot, I dropped all my notes and they scattered all over the ground; I leaned down to grab them and my producer SCREAMED in my ear to get back on mike. Thankfully I have never been so panicked or terrified since.

What would you call your autobiography?
I love you, now leave me alone.

Which 3 guests would you invite to a dinner party (from past or present)?
JD Salinger, (a much younger) Nelson Mandela, Roy Keane

What 3 words sum up your radio programme?
Irreverent, informative, different