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The Home Squad: Paint Trends
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From using the ceiling as a 5th wall to painting floors, this week’s Home Squad is all about paint trends!Oisin Butler from Oisin Butler Ltd – Pai...
What is ‘microdosing reality’? (And how you can do it)
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had that post-holiday, Sunday night fear before going back to work? Ciara Treacy from Newstalk’s Digital team has the solution! It’s...
Will bus trackers fix poor service?
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you have listened to this show before you might know that there are few things in this world that drive people crazy like phantom buses.Phantom or ...
Listener with brain injury living in nursing home at 38
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Right now, if you have a brain injury in Ireland you will be rushed to hospital to have your life saved.After that, it’s luck of the draw... De...
Throwback Thursday: Nirvana, Modern Family, Greta Thunberg
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From Nirvana to Greta Thunberg, this was a big week in pop culture history. Ciaran O’Connor from 98fm joins Andrea Gilligan to rewind the clock!
Government to spend €190k for personal trainer - do they need it?
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Should we be paying for TDs to keep fit?Leinster House have put up a posting for a personal trainer, needed for the next 4 years, to keep TDs and Sena...
Ask the Expert: Physio
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For this week’s Ask the Expert, Andrea Gilligan is joined by Andrew Dunne, a Physiotherapist and Founder of Personal Health - Medical Exercise Clini...
Where does Donegal slang come from?
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Love Donegal Day! Andrea’s second favourite day of the year after Christmas!What’s not to love? The beautiful beaches, the beautiful scener...
Should we expect celebrities to be role models?
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sabrina Carpenter’s new album has raised some eyebrows for its “sexy” nature, with many parents disapproving of the former Disney Channel star’...
Alan Hughes on experiencing homophobic abuse in Dublin
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland AM Presenter Alan Hughes and his husband Karl were at the receiving end of homophobic slurs as they walked down Grafton Street last week.Alan ...
Reasons to be Happy: Justin Timberlake, Eurovision, Monster Munch Mayo
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lunchtime Live's Reasons to be Happy looks at some of the news stories that you might have missed that will leave you feeling more optimistic.Rebecca ...
The new National Children’s Hospital - how did this happen?
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Officials from the Board of the new National Children's Hospital are being questioned by an Oireachtas Health Committee today.It comes as the contract...
The Pod Squad: Wiser than Me
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Pod Squad!We review podcasts every Tuesday so you always have something new to listen to.This week, Andrea was joined by Ciara O’Brie...
The Great British Bake Off returns!
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The ultimate in comfort TV returns tonight as 12 bakers take to the tent in the Great British Bake Off, but what has made it such a favourite amongst ...
Should we be worried about Irish troops in Lebanon?
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Israeli military has said it hit dozens of Hezbollah targets in several areas of southern Lebanon overnight.Yesterday, Israeli air strikes killed ...
Cork water issues unfortunately continue - listener experiences
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cork’s water issues are unfortunately continuing - and a listener calls into the show to give their experience.John Howard from the Ballyhooly Commu...
How I Live Well: Saunas
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This year on Lunchtime Live we’ve been looking at things that we can do in order to make ourselves that bit happier and healthier.This week, Andrea ...
Provisional licence crackdown put on hold - why?
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Plans for a crackdown on motorists who have held provisional licences for years, and sometimes decades, have been delayed over fears of a knock-on eff...
Ask the GP with Dr Nina Byrnes
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Nina Byrnes, GP at Generation Health Medical Clinic joined Andrea to tackle your medical queries…
Bed bugs on the rise in Ireland
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Apparently, Ireland is seeing a rise in bed bugs.And the surge we’re seeing is expected to last until Christmas. So, where has this come from?Andrea...
Parking to be removed from universities - why?
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Should parking at universities be phased out to help us reach climate targets? Under the State’s Public Sector Climate Action mandate, universi...
How childhood cancer post treatment works
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. It’s something none of us want to think of, but luckily, there are great charities like Childhood Can...
Lunchtime Live’s Big Batch: Breakfast
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is Lunchtime Live’s Big Batch. Every Monday we’ll be learning new easy to cook batch recipes to keep you eating well. No more staring into an...
Should employees get paid less for working from home?
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you working from home at the moment?Staff who only want to work from home face the prospect of lower pay and benefits, as employers increasingly f...
Ask Me Anything: OnlyFans Creator
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Every Friday, as part of our ‘Ask Me Anything’ series, we put your questions to people from interesting backgrounds or working in different career...
Teenager’s unforgettable Make-A-Wish with Pádraig Harrington
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Avid golf fan Danny Rooney had his wish come true when he got to hit a few balls with legend of the game, Padraig Harrington at the Irish Open last we...
A Conversation with Mary Lou McDonald
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Leader of Sinn Féin and TD for Dublin Central, Mary Lou McDonald, joined Andrea in the studio to discuss her life recently, including the loss of her...
Ireland AM turns 25!
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland AM turns 25 today! The morning TV show first aired on the 20th of September 1999 and has been through many changes over the years. Andrea went...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From Potholes to rare eggs, Breakfast briefing Presenter Shane Beatty has plenty of stories you might have missed from across the country this week.
Should the Government introduce tax benefits for gym membership?
20 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Federation of Irish Sport have called on the government to introduce tax benefits for gym membership ahead of the budget.They raised the proposal ...
The Home Squad: Storage
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Storage is an issue in so many homes, whether you’re looking to fill it, create more, or hide it.Well, the Home Squad are here to help with your sto...
The ISPCA’s urgent appeal for dog adoptions
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The ISPCA has issued an urgent appeal for dog adoptions.They have almost 200 dogs in their care and say they’re running out of space…Adrian Kenned...
Is it wrong to buy ‘gendered’ toys?
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Linnane, writing in the Irish Independent, recalls:‘Looking back, it's odd we bought my daughter dolls and prams while the boys got toy guns, s...
What is dating like after divorce?
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Presenter Davina McCall, now 56, but divorced (for the second time) at 50, has been talking recently about dating a little later in life.She is return...
Throwback Thursday: Frasier, Cannes, The Addams Family
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From the Cannes Film Festival to the Battle of the Sexes, Ciaran O’Connor from 98fm joins guest host Adrian Kennedy to look back on the biggest thin...
Should every city have Community Wardens?
19 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Should every city in Ireland follow Cork’s lead and have Community Wardens to deal with parking and littering offences?Cork City Council has had the...
Ask the Expert: Funerals
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For this week’s Ask the Expert, Andrea Gilligan is joined by Colm Kieran, Funeral Director with Kieran Bros. Funeral Care and former Spokesperson fo...
Football Special goes nationwide!
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Warm summer days and a bottle of Football Special, a core memory for many Donegal natives. But now, the beloved drink is leaving the hills of Donegal ...
Why are there so many bad Irish accents in movies and TV?
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you have been following the Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez series ‘Only Murders in the Building’ on Disney+, you’ve possibly see...
Is there a stigma around ageing naturally?
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This Friday sees the release of a new film called ‘The Substance’. It stars Demi Moore, and focuses on our obsession with youth and good looks.It’...
Reasons to be Happy: Electric Cars, Ed Sheeran, Fontaines D.C.
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lunchtime Live's Reasons to be Happy looks at some of the news stories that you might have missed that will leave you feeling more optimistic.Today FM...
Is free contraception for 16-year-olds a good idea?
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is free contraception for 16 year olds a good idea?Health Minister Stephen Donnelly is looking to expand free contraception to 16-year-olds as part of...
The Pod Squad: Hysterical
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Pod Squad!We review podcasts every Tuesday so you always have something new to listen to.This week, Andrea was joined by Stylist and Jo...
Ireland welcomes 3,600 new citizens!
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
3,600 people became Irish citizens during citizenship ceremonies in Dublin yesterday, including Irish rugby superstar Bundee Aki!Two of those new citi...
Should we limit private school college admissions?
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Leading universities have been urged to take no more than 10% of students from private schools.Aaron Reeves and Sam Friedman, Professors of Sociology ...
Stephen Donnelly on scoliosis list controversy
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday on the show Andrea spoke with Stephen Morrison, whose son Harvey was suddenly removed from the scoliosis surgery list without explanation. T...
Should an offender’s name always go public?
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A man was seen walking from a Dublin apartment building with a five-year-old child “in his grasp” under his arm in an attempted abduction, it is a...
How I Live Well: Social Choirs
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This year on Lunchtime Live we’ve been looking at things that we can do in order to make ourselves that bit happier and healthier.This week, Andrea ...
Will this new Garda lorry catch dangerous driving?
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A new unmarked Garda lorry is being launched today in a bid to catch bad behaviour on the roads.Gardai have started using an unmarked Scania truck as ...
Ask the GP with Dr Niall Breen
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Niall Breen from the Portmarnock GP Clinic joined Andrea Gilligan to tackle your medical queries.
There’s only 100 days left until Christmas! (Sorry)
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You may have already seen the displays in shops - yes, places are already getting ready for Christmas. And with it only being 100 days away, are you p...
Are dads sometimes ignored in parenting?
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A recent post on Reddit sparked a conversation around the role fathers are allowed to take in their children’s lives. It came after a dad tried to a...
Do we rely too much on Dublin Airport?
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dublin Airport was hit by a power outage on Sunday morning.The outage caused traffic chaos at the airport and delays at check-in and at US pre-clearan...
Lunchtime Live’s Big Batch: Lunchbox Ideas
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lunchtime Live’s Big Batch is back! Every Monday, we’ll be learning new easy to cook batch recipes from Chef and Director of Conbini Condiments, H...
Child taken off scoliosis waiting list ‘with no word’
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Eight year old Harvey suffers from scoliosis, and is in desperate need of surgery. However, his parents say that he was removed from Children’s Heal...
Ask Me Anything: Crime Scene Cleaner
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Every Friday, as part of our ‘Ask Me Anything’ series, we put your questions to people from interesting backgrounds or working in different career...
Protests on for the banning of nighttime flights
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
North Dublin residents are joining an international protest this afternoon about night flights from Dublin Airport.Today is International Day for the ...
The extra cost of having twins
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Having twins can prove a much bigger financial hit, it has emerged.New research from charity Twins Trust and Per Capita suggests parents of twins or t...
Are we moving away from fine dining?
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you heading out to eat this weekend?Once the pinnacle of culinary art, the traditional world of white tablecloths and multi-course tasting menus s...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From the cost of a round of drinks to Emmys as Gaeilge – Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty has a roundup of the stories from around the coun...
900 children left without paid-for school bus seats
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hundreds of parents are left ‘in limbo’ as children across the country still haven’t received school bus places. Why is this happening?To discus...
The Home Squad: Designing a Wall
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you’re trying to pick paint colours or do a hidden TV wall – our home squad are here to help! Sarah Carroll from Sand and Deliver DIY...
How do you get in the Guinness Book of World Records?
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The new 2025 Guinness World Record Book is due out and is celebrating the platinum anniversary of the world's biggest-selling annual book. Andrea...
Throwback Thursday: Marilyn Monroe's famous dress stunt, Twin Towers terrorist attack & Bing Crosby / David Bowie duet
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From Scooby Doo to Marilyn Monroe – 98fm’s Ciaran O’Connor has loads to chat about on this week’s throwback Thursday.
Are train fares too expensive in Ireland?
12 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andrea hears from listener Bob who paid over €50 for two adults for a 50-minute train ride each way. Are train fares too expensive in Ireland? Image...
Ask the Expert: Wills
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Every week- we give you the opportunity to put your questions to the Experts- this week- we're looking at wills. From making them to contesting them, ...
Do celebrity endorsements make a difference in elections?
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Music superstar Taylor Swift has endorsed vice president Kamala Harris for US president following her debate with Republican rival Donald TrumpBut, ho...
Is it time to embrace Rebel songs?
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After 60 years of performing, the Wolfe Tones are set to hang up their mics this year. But is their music respected enough? Should we ackno...
Reasons to be Happy: Child benefit boost, Harry Potter TV show & Hamilton coming to Dublin
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lunchtime Live's Reasons to be Happy looks at some of the news stories that you might have missed that will leave you feeling more optimistic.Today FM...
Can a relationship survive cheating?
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl has announced he fathered a child "outside of my marriage". In a statement he put on his Instagram page, he sai...
The Pod Squad: Sixteenth Minute (of Fame)
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time for the Pod Squad! Every week, we review a podcast to see if it’s worth your precious time or not!This week guest host Clare McKenna is ...
Celebrating Ireland's Paralympic success
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland Paralympic Athletes returned from Paris yesterday to great fanfare. Thirty-five athletes were selected to compete in nine different sport...
Is fast fashion too easy?
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Asos have ruffled feathers by introducing a new £3.95 returns charge for shoppers. Customers will now have £3.95 deducted from their refund if ...
How I live well: Rowing
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This year on Lunchtime Live we’ve been looking at things that we can do in order to make ourselves that bit happier and healthier.This week, guest h...
Are home workouts damaging to children?
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
YouTube will stop recommending videos to teenagers that idealise fitness. It will still allow 13- to 17-year-olds to view the videos, but its alg...
Ask the GP with Dr Nina Byrnes
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Nina Byrnes, GP at Generation Health Medical Clinic joined guest host Anna Daly to tackle your medical queries…
Star Trek fans want to build a statue in Killarney
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Star Trek fans have launched a petition calling for a statue to be built in Killarney in honour of the Chief Miles O’Brien.The character was played ...
Are your children getting too much screen time?
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are we allowing our children too much screen time?Health authorities in Sweden have issued guidelines which say that:Teenagers from 13 to 18 years of ...
What is Prader-Willi Syndrome?
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The world's first respite centre for people with Prader-Willi Syndrome opened in Co.Laois this weekend.But, what is Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS)? And w...
Gilligan’s Island: Food Tours
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is Lunchtime Live’s newest segment, Gilligan’s Island! Every Monday, we're going to explore this gorgeous island of ours and all that it has ...
Is it okay to boo the English anthem?
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Boos rang out around the Aviva Stadium on Saturday evening when Ireland faced England in the Nations league. It happened whenever Jack Grealish or Dec...
Ask Me Anything: Michelin Star Chef
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our ‘Ask Me Anything’ series is back! We put your questions to people from interesting backgrounds or working in different careers.Have you ever w...
There's only 20 items you need in your wardrobe
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have those boots made for walking, raspberry berets, blue suede shoes or maybe you’re forever in blue jeans? There’s nearly a song for ever...
Should fathers walk brides down the aisle?
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There have been calls in Sweden to ban fathers walking brides down the aisle.Traditionally, in Sweden, the bride and groom walk down the aisle togethe...
Transgender woman says she was unable to receive ‘basic healthcare’ at Dublin hospital after gender surgery
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A trans woman has claimed that she was denied treatment at a Dublin Hospital.Paige Behan went to St. James’s Hospital with a wound infection, and sa...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From the wettest county to celebs breaking up fights – Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Claire McKenna with a roundup of stories from...
Should junk food be banned from sponsoring sports?
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are calls in the UK to stop ‘junk food’ companies sponsoring sports teams. It's claimed that it will help stop the number of people dyi...
The Home Squad: Upcycling
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a piece of furniture that you want to spruce up? Or maybe you’re looking to source the perfect vintage gem to complete your room? Well, ...
The changing perceptions of women’s football
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s safe to say that support is mounting for the Irish Women’s Football Team, and with hopes of securing a spot in the Euro 2025, the girls in gr...
Should we ban smartphones in restaurants?
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Would you like to see a smartphone ban in restaurants?A French bistro in north-eastern France banned smartphones at the table last year and said that ...
How to manage a fussy eater
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As parents all over the country resume school routines and welcome back the structure that provides, others are facing the daily struggle of getting t...
Throwback Thursday: Steve Irwin, Sons of Anarchy, ATMs
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From Australian wildlife conservationist Steve Irwin’s tragic death, to Sweet Valley high hitting our screens. 98fm’s Ciaran O’Connor joins Clai...
Is it okay for artists to charge big for concerts?
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There has been a lot of controversy in recent days over the ticket prices for the upcoming Oasis Croke Park gigs.Standing ticket prices soared to over...
Do you think you could solve a murder?
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever watched an episode of Only Murders in the Building and thought you could do it yourself? Well you’re not alone...Apparently a thi...
Ask the Expert: Pensions
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For this week’s Ask the Expert, guest host Clare McKenna is joined by Paul Kenny, Ireland’s former Pensions Ombudsman and Course Leader with the R...
Almost 2,400 allegations of abuse in religious-run schools
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A number of people who gave testimony to the inquiry into sexual abuse at religious schools in Ireland say they think a ‘pedophile ring’ was opera...
Success for Róisín Ní Riain and Orla Comerford at the Paralympics!
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It was a fantastic night for Ireland at the Paralympics in France yesterday as Róisín Ní Riain and Orla Comerford secured two bronze medals within ...
Would you want a ‘workplace’ health check?
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How would you feel about a free workplace health check? In the UK, the NHS are rolling out health checks across several workplaces and are descri...
Reasons to be Happy: Dog Rescue, Harry Styles, Gavin and Stacey
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lunchtime Live's Reasons to be Happy looks at some of the news stories that you might have missed that will leave you feeling more optimistic.Today FM...
How social media algorithms can promote misogynistic views
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Studies show that some teenage boys are being shown posts on TikTok featuring violence and promoting misogynistic views. In general, teenage girl...