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Late Lunch Friday May 8th 2026

08 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Katie Maguire's story highlights the dangers of a tick bite, Louth Libraries mark Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday, Chrissie Russell has issues...

Shane Hegarty's Minotaur Boy

08 May 2026

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Bestselling Children's Author Shane Hegarty popped in for a chat with Gerry about his new book and a lot more besides... Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

Late Lunch Thursday May 7th 2026

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Professor Paul Moynagh took us through many aspects of the Hantavirus outbreak, Trish Rogers and Mark McGowan are passionate about food and wine pairi...

SommiT Ireland Comes to the Northeast

07 May 2026

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Trish Rogers and Mark McGowan are excited as food and wine combine perfectly over the coming weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...

Hantavirus Should We Be Concerned?

07 May 2026

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Professor Paul Moynagh from Maynooth University explains the Hantavirus, how it's contracted and the danger it poses as a potential pandemic. Hosted o...

Cian's Creativity Navigates Bereavement

07 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Following the sudden death of his mother Cathy last July, actor, filmmaker and only child, Cian Doyle delved deep into his inner self to create his ne...

The Late Lunch, Wednesday 060526

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show, we talked to a Meath man who swopped the bar trade for a career in detective work in the UK, we learned of a new Big Top circus baby,...

The Late Lunch, Tuesday May 5th, 2026

05 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show with Louise Walsh, we spoke to one lady who is taking part in the upcoming mini-marathon in memory of five family members from Nobber ...

Late Lunch Friday May 1st 2026

01 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Oisin Lennon takes the lead in Lord of the Dance, a Clontarf cat discovered in Drogheda, Louth supporters confident ahead of the Dublin match, why the...

Hubert's Health Emergency

01 May 2026

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Aine Murphy tells the story of her partner Hubert's sudden health emergency and the pressing need for alternative accommodation to enable him to retur...

Grace Tierney Fooling Around with Words

01 May 2026

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Grace Tierney digs deep to reveal the origin and true meaning of words! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Tribute to Meath GAA Great Mick O'Brien

01 May 2026

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Mattie Kerrigan pays tribute to a man he played against and for, who he described as a true legend of Meath GAA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...

Solar Panels - The Way to Go

01 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Eric Innes from AK Solar took us through the benefits, process and how the installation and operation of solar panels works. Hosted on Acast. See acas...

Doctor Bill's Way of Coping with Grief

30 Apr 2026

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Niall Heffernan's invite to grief counsellor Dr Bill Webster is aimed at adding another dimension to his undertaking business. Hosted on Acast. See ac...

Late Lunch Thursday April 30th 2026

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Niall Heffernan invited Grief Counsellor Dr Bill Webster to Ireland and what a great move it proved to be as Bill talked about his own grief, how he c...

Late Lunch Wednesday April 29th 2026

29 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Brigid Finnegan made an ancient discovery while out walking along the River Boyne, Charles Coyle has something new and exciting at Emerald Park, Anton...

River Boyne Reveals Brigid's Boats

29 Apr 2026

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While out walking along the River Boyne on low tide in the heart of Drogheda, eagle eyed Brigid Finnegan spotted something in the water that caught he...

Late Lunch Tuesday April 28th 2026

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Claffey's Country Music trips to Spain are going strong, Barry Murtagh reflects on thirty years in business, Siobhain Gibbons sets out in recruit...

Murtagh's Celebrate 30 Years on the Fairgreen

28 Apr 2026

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Barry Murtagh reflected on 30 years of serving the people of Drogheda whom he thanked along with his loyal team, who he said are the reason the busine...

Siobhain Gibbons Launches Aibhilin Consulting

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Siobhain Gibbons brings extensive experience in recruitment to her new business Aibhilin Consulting and what a great story she has to tell about her l...

Snooker Star Hossein Vafaei's Navan Links

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The late Chris Mazahery and his snooker tables in Navan played a key role in getting Hossein Vafaei a visa and onto the professional snooker circuit i...

Late Lunch Monday April 27th 2026

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Singer Songwriter David Keenan told us why he believes AI is a real threat to the arts and artists, Cathal Nolan offered a positive weather forecast, ...

It's in the Jeans

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

House of Colour's Maria Macklin knows what it takes to make those jeans wear well on anyone of any any age, shape or size! Hosted on Acast. See acast....

Maintaining Motivation with Alan Heary

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Alan Heary, who works with a range of people across sport, business, the professions and life in general on motivation, joined us for a fascinating ch...

Louth company's potato ice-cream a hit with tourists.

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Louth's Muchgrange Farm owners talk to Louise Walsh on Late Lunch about how their potato gelato is 'flying out the doors' to tourists in Dublin's Temp...

Late Lunch Thursday April 23rd 2024

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Why "Hello" to a friend or stranger can mean so much, a rosy day in Dunshaughlin, motoring with Paddy Comyn and Julie Parte's Louth antique discovery ...

Paddy Comyn's Monthly Motoring

23 Apr 2026

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Why manual transmission will be a thing of the past, the all new electric Nissan Micra and Lexus RZ 500e Luxury SUV reviewed. Hosted on Acast. See aca...

All's Rosie with Jenny in Dunshaughlin

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jenny Murphy from Flowers By Moira told of a rosy act of kindness she's doing in Dunshaughlin today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...

Say Hello As You Go

23 Apr 2026

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Once a given, now not so common but Miriam Simon and Karen Devine believe in the power of greeting people while out and about each day. Hosted on Acas...

DIY Declan

22 Apr 2026

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Declan Buggy aims to teach as many people as possible of all ages the basics of DIY! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

League of Ireland Club for Meath

22 Apr 2026

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Mark Jacob Chairman of the newly formed Meath FC outlines their plans to bring League of Ireland football to the county. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

Late Lunch Wednesday April 22nd 2026

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A modular homes maker and family who live in one in Meath, Declan Buggy's School of DIY, Mark Jacob's League of Ireland ambition for the Royal County,...

Modular Homes Makers and Takers

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In Meath Richard Thorpe owner of the Pod Factory makes a range of modular homes while Mark Greene, his partner Ryan and children live in one for the l...

Late Lunch Tuesday April 21st 2026

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Catherine Conlon's heart-warming life story, Chloe Tevlin is now farming her way, Tom Lynch explains what Dovida has to offer on the care front, Berni...

Chloe Tevlin - Farming in the Blood

21 Apr 2026

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Chloe Tevlin, who comes from good Meath farming stock, is striking out on her own with livestock and land. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...

Catherine Conlon's Life and Times

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What a wonderful, warm, kind, caring and loving woman is Catherine Conlon, borne out by her heart-warming conversation with Gerry on Late Lunch this a...

Apprenticeship Roadshow at The Mill

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

IBEC, DKIT and The Mill Enterprise Centre come together for a Northeast Apprenticeship Roadshow aimed at manufacturing companies. Hosted on Acast. See...

Network Louth's Cultural Diversity Day

20 Apr 2026

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Liz Dayspring and Liz McMahon look forward to their Cultural Diversity Day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Monday April 20th 2026

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David Sheehan on Meath's shock defeat, Aileen Wynne's joy at the 1926 census online publication, apprenticeship roadshow, cultural diversity month, Ga...

Meath Dumped from Leinster Championship

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Meath match commentator David Sheehan reflected on Meath's unexpected exit from the Leinster Championship at the hands of neighbours Westmeath, Louth'...

Census 1926 Goes Live

20 Apr 2026

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Genealogist Aileen Wynne is so excited as the 1926 Census becomes available online! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roisin's Scrollbuster App

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Ureka school transition year student Roisin Maguire has developed a new App aimed at breaking the cycle of never-ending scrolling on our phones. Hoste...

The Puffin in Focus with Aoife

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

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Barlow's Crew Save The Day

17 Apr 2026

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Jake Moore described the situation and what happened subsequently, when a customer collapsed in Barlow's Railway Bar on the Dublin Road in Drogheda. H...

Sarah & Conor's Big Day Goes Ahead

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Due to celebrate their marriage tomorrow at the Glenside Hotel, which suffered a devastating fire earlier in the week, mountains have been moved to ma...

Late Lunch Friday April 17th 2026

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah and Conor's wedding goes ahead, emergency situation turns out well at Barlow's Railway Tavern, Eureka student onto something with her new App, t...

Late Lunch Thursday April 16th 2026

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Child of Chernobyl Raisa Carolan's story, the Mary Wallopers honour Margaret Barry, Alison O'Reilly's pain at loosing one of her dogs, Paddy Comyn's d...

Margaret Barry and The Mary Wallopers

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Charles Hendy told us why the Mary Wallopers are reviving the songs and music of the legendary Margaret Barry with a Maytime Festival in her honour in...

Alison's Heartbreak

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Irish Examiner journalist Alison O'Reilly loves her four-legged friends so much she has given homes to six rescue dogs! However, six has become five w...

A Child of Chernobyl

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Raisa Carolan was abandoned by her family in a Belarus orphanage from where at the age of ten, she was adopted by the Carolan family in Meath, who off...

Building Wealth In Small Steps

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Michael Houghton of the Irish Fire Podcast, who has successfully achieved financial independence, explains the small savings that build into something...

Late Lunch Wednesday April 15th 2026

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Cormac McBreen closes his agricultural contracting business, Michael Houghton builds wealth in small steps, on behalf of daughter Kathleena John Clanc...

A New Way of Leadership

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Bringing his vast experience to bear on the subject, Ciaran Casey will shortly publish "Leadership in Tune" which redefines Leadership through his fas...

End of the Road for Agricultural Contractor

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Cormac McBreen says his agricultural contacting business is no longer viable in the current circumstances as costs go through the roof. Hosted on Acas...

Ready Steady Exams

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Dr Kate McCann offered lots of really practical and sensible advice for exam facing students to be in the best shape physically and mentally for the c...

Nobody Heard Them Cry

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nicola Bardon tells us the story of the horrendous murders of Esther and Jessica McCann by their husband and father Frank back in 1992, which is featu...

Late Lunch Tuesday April 14th 2026

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Karen Dunne, co-owner of the Glenside Hotel, hopes to re-open soon following yesterdays devastating fire and plans to rebuild what has been lost. Nico...

The Glenside to Rise Again

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Following a devastating fire yesterday, Karen Dunne, co-owner with husband Aogan of the Glenside Hotel just outside Drogheda, dropped in to reflect on...

Brendan Rebuilds in Ukraine

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Louth man Brendan Murphy, who fled war in Ukraine, has rebuilt his home near the front line of the conflict and is confident his adopted country will ...

A Blooming Disgrace

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Barry McHugh owner of D&A Blooms in Collon, expresses his frustration with Government at how they've not dealt with fundamental issues, which he b...

Late Lunch Monday April 13th 2026

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Meath journalist and presenter on Euronews Meabh McMahon talked about the state of play politically in Europe. Writer and illustrator Oisin McCann on ...

Late Lunch, Friday 10th April, 2026

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sharon's sister-in-law Aoife relayed the good news that the mum-of-three's life-saving surgery in the US had gone really well and she was now discharg...

The Late Lunch Friday, April 10th, 2026

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show we chatted to one lady who turned her life around, a fish kill in Dunsany, did a travel agent make the airport in time due to blockade...

The Late Lunch, Thursday April 9th, 2026

09 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show with Louise Walsh, we chatted to a man who gave up his IT job after 26 years due to burnout and turned to what he loves best -cycling,...

The Late Lunch, Wednesday, April 8th, 2026

08 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show with Louise Walsh, we heard from a musician who plays 'chemo concerts' on the piano despite the fact he has lost all feeling in his fi...

Garreth Galligan - how he survived a suicide attempt to find a new life for himself.

07 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A young man has opened up about his emotional struggles and how attempting to take his own life led him to find a new life, without alcohol Hosted on ...

Late Lunch April 7th, 2026

07 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show with Louise Walsh, one young man told his story about how an attempt to take his own life led to him finding real life. Downsizing an...

New Louth GAA Stadium Update

02 Apr 2026

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John Horan and Colm Marry brought us the latest news as the new stadium in Dundalk rises and fundraising ramps up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...

The Revival of Drogheda Market

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Long-time vendor Bob Reynolds and newbie seller Aspasia Howard are behind a significant push to bring back the glory days of Drogheda's ancient Saturd...

Lawless's Closed Shop Friday

02 Apr 2026

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Decal Lawless explained why he's not opening his pub in Dunshaughlin, tomorrow Good Friday, in line with past practices. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

Late Lunch Thursday April 2nd 2026

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Lawless's Pub in Dunshaughlin is not opening on Good Friday? Dr Niamh Shaw witnessed the rocket blast off to the moon in Florida. Aspasia Howard and B...

Irish Motorcycle Racing Team HSO

02 Apr 2026

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Principal Holly Smyth and team rider James Ellison popped in for a chat ahead of the British BMW F900 racing series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

David's Electric Vehicle Proposal

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David Corbally from Service Stop in Oldtown has a suggestion that would encourage motorists into electric vehicles that makes a lot of sense. Hosted o...

The Greatest Fizzy Orange in the World

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Carole Keating is on a mission to tell the story of Finches Orange that was once made and bottled in her hometown Dundalk. Hosted on Acast. See acast....

Niamh Shaw Ready for Blast Off

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Dr Niamh Shaw from Dundalk is on the ground in Florida observing the imminent lift off of the Artemis 2 manned rocket to the Moon! Hosted on Acast. Se...

Late Lunch Wednesday April 1st 2026

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

David Corbally's suggestion about Electric Vehicles is well worth consideration, James Brannigan is inundated with approaches for assistance from Kati...

Late Lunch Tuesday March 31st 2026

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Aoife Ball told of her sister-in-law Sharon's dash to New York for urgent medical care. Retail expert Damien O'Reilly plotted the path ahead for consu...

Paddy's Magical Bottles

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paddy Diver's combination of ingredients in a bottle has worked the oracle for himself and is now in huge demand as customers vouch for it's effective...

Sharon's Stateside Health Dash

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In a matter of days the money has been raised, medical care secured in New York and Sharon Ball is there already being assessed for life saving treatm...

Wordfoolery with Grace Tierney

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Queen of the origins and meaning of words brings us her latest feminine leaning selection and explanations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Late Lunch Monday March 30th 2026

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The typically topical John H Shanahan, Grace Tierney's Wordfoolery, Ollie Keegan's scam alert, Dr David Coleman on anxiety in children and Tommy Flemi...

Moon Mission, City Status and War

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Irish American John H Shanahan's opinions are always worth hearing as he covered off a number of typical topics this afternoon. Hosted on Acast. See ...

Scam Alert - Charged in Dundalk and London!

30 Mar 2026

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Thanks to Ireland's late date in Prague and her alertness, Ollie Keegan saved herself from a car charging scam on both sides of the Irish sea. Hosted...

Fear Less - Helping Children Deal with Anxiety

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Dr David Coleman's new book on enabling young people deal with anxiety is a must for parents of school going children, teens and adolescents. Hosted o...

Clocks Forward Sleep Back

27 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sine Dunne from Siest Sleep explained the impact of clocks going forward this weekend on our bodies, what to expect and how to adjust. Hosted on Acast...

Caolan's Golf Grand Slam

27 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Dundalk golfer Caolan Rafferty has made history winning all four of Ireland's amateur major championships and he has a cracking story to tell of his e...

Alternative Energy Options

27 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Economist David W Higgins believes we must look at nuclear energy options and resume drilling off the west coast, in pursuit of oil and gas, in the co...

Late Lunch Friday March 27th 2026

27 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Economist David W Higgins on why we must consider nuclear power and exploration off the west coast in pursuit of energy autonomy. Sleep expert Sine Du...

Rick's Picks for Easter

26 Mar 2026

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Rick Cronje brings us another selection of his expertly chosen wines which are available from O'Brien's Wines in Drogheda. Hosted on Acast. See acast....

Antonia Daly's Book Selections

26 Mar 2026

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Antonia Daly brings us her latest recommended reads and they're all crackers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Raspberry Jam of 1976 Vintage!

26 Mar 2026

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Finbarr Murray discovered and tasted his late aunt Bernadette's raspberry jam made in 1976 and boy is it good! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...

Late Lunch Wednesday March 25th 2026

26 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Professor Roja Fazaeli about War in the Middle East, Fina Sherlock on Mary Lavin, Maria Macklin's take on fashion and Emma Smith closes her bakery in ...

Late Lunch Thursday March 26th 2026

26 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Nephew Finbarr says his aunt the late Bernadette Murray's 1976 Raspberry jam is tasting great! Davy Rispin loving the atmosphere in Prague ahead of th...

Fiona Sherlock's Mary Lavin

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On the 30th anniversary of Mary Lavin's death, Fiona Sherlock is on the case of the renowned author who called Bective in Meath home. Hosted on Acast...

Fifty Shades of Grey

25 Mar 2026

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House of Colour's Maria Macklin put grey in the shade today and advised on developing a personal style. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...

The War in Perspective with Iranian Professor Roja Fazaeli

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Professor Roja Fazaeli despairs about her homeland Iran and the bad actors on both sides who have unleashed repression and war on her people. Hosted o...

A Daffodil Soiree with Rosie Maye

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Gerry pays a visit to Mullaghdillon House near Slane and the Insomniac Gardener Rosie Maye's daffodil festooned spring garden! Hosted on Acast. See ac...

Our Frog's Life Story

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Aoife McPartlin, from Wildlife Rehabilitation Ireland, took us through the life and times of our common frog! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

Ken Kirwan Surviving and Singing Again

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The man with the silky voice has battled back from the edge, and is so grateful for his chance to live life to the full again. Hosted on Acast. See ac...

Late Lunch Tuesday March 24th 2026

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paddy Comyn on the search for EVs with fuel costs soaring, Dave Hannigan on Roy Keane, Ken Kirwan's road to recovery, the common frog in focus with Ao...