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Episodes
How I Live Well: Running
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This year Andrea Gilligan is determined to make some changes and become that bit healthier!Andrea will be joined by a number of different people to fi...
What are the new mayor of Limerick’s plans?
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
John Moran made history by becoming the first ever directly-elected mayor of Limerick City and County.He joins Andrea in Limerick to discuss his campa...
Ask the GP with Dr Niall Breen
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andrea Gilligan was joined on Lunchtime Live by Dr Niall Breen from Portmarnock GP Clinic to answer listeners' health queries and questions…
How to sleep in the heat? An expert’s advice!
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The heat and humidity coming into the summer months is making it impossible for people to sit comfortably, let alone sleep through the night.The good ...
Should we have ‘no talking’ zones at gigs?
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are now well and truly into the summer concert and festival season! But, if you are an avid music fan – beware of the talkers…Emer M...
What are the best TV catchphrases?
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What are those phrases from television that have stood the test of time and are still referenced today? And what ones haven’t aged all that well?Joi...
Gilligan’s Island: Family friendly places!
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gilligan’s Island is a new segment on Lunchtime Live that aims to explore the island of Ireland to find the best places to visit, including those hi...
Should Airbnb be banned in major cities?
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Barcelona is set to ban AirBnb in an attempt to help house prices.Their mayor says it will be outlawed in five years. The city has seen rent increases...
Summer Memories with Alan Hughes
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our summer memories series is back!We chat to some well known faces and reminisce over those long summer days!Irish TV and pantomime actor Alan Hughes...
What should you do if you have Hay fever?
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With warmer temperatures approaching, watery eyes, blocked noses and itchy throats are becoming the new norm amongst people in Ireland.Hay fever is tr...
Shocked reactions to Cathal Crotty walking free
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many people were shocked to see Cathal Crotty walk free from his assault case on victim Natasha O’Brien, having been given a fully suspended sentenc...
Listener facing homelessness - an expert’s advice
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Pamela joined the show yesterday to share her struggle after the rent on her home went up by more than 50%. She is now facing homelessness if...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From rally cars in Donegal to Taylor Swift taking inspiration from a Wicklow beach – Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea Gilligan...
Why won’t Natasha O’Brien see justice after her assault?
21 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
'Two to put her down, two to put her out', those are the boasts on social media from Cathal Crotty after an unprovoked attack on Natasha O’Brien, wh...
The Home Squad: Quirky Fittings!
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From instant hot water traps to wine fridges - this week’s Home Squad is all about quirky fittings and trends, and if they’re worth it!Andrea Gill...
Listener’s warning for extreme temperatures abroad
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listener of the show John got in touch to share his story about going to Greece for his holidays, and having to return early due to extreme temperatur...
Should we have a pigeon cull?
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Limburg an der Lahn in the western German state of Hesse has just voted to exterminate its population of 700 pigeons.Residents have voted to employ a ...
Tech signs that make you look old!
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How do you know you’re old? Well apparently, it’s when you have a ringtone on your phone or use the crying laughing emoji! Adrian Weckler has...
Throwback Thursday: OJ Simpson, Jaws, B*Witched
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's Throwback Thursday, where we look back on things that happened this week in history. Rebecca Shekleton, Co-Presenter of 98FM’s Big Breakfast jo...
Family of four facing homelessness after rent increase
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listener Pamela got in touch with Lunchtime Live to share her struggle of finding a new place to live after her landlord increased rent by 45%.She joi...
Ask the Expert: Physio
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From shin splints to getting back to exercise after injury - Andrew Dunne, Senior Physiotherapist and Founder of Personal Health - Medical Exercise Cl...
What’s behind the Waterford sex noises?
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A church in Waterford has received a number of complaints about unwanted noises happening during funerals and mass.People attending the church said th...
How will the Aer Lingus strike affect your flights?
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pilots at Aer Lingus have served notice to the airline that they intend to go on an “indefinite” work to rule starting next week as they refuse to...
Taking mushrooms to deal with empty nest syndrome?
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When your kids leave home for the first time, people can suffer from empty nest syndrome. How would you deal with it? Well, journalist Jane Green has ...
Reasons to be Happy: Summer concert season!
19 Jun 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...
Hospital parking fees - a ‘tax on the sick’?
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A ‘tax on the sick’ that’s what the Irish cancer society have dubbed hospital parking charges, with some hospitals charging cancer patients €3...
The Pod Squad: Class of ‘88
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Pod Squad! We’ll review podcasts every Tuesday so you’ll have something new to listen to. This week Andrea is joined by I...
What is the ‘Hard 75’ fitness trend?
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Would you be willing to work out twice a day and drink 4 and a half litres of water every day? All for the perfect body?Well, a new fitness craze clai...
Why don’t our cities have more outdoor activities?
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andrea was recently on a trip to Zurich, where she saw many free outdoor events and facilities for residents. It left her thinking: why don’t we hav...
Why are people not doing their J1?
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The amount of students doing J1 visas has more than halved in the last 10 years.The J1 has previously been thought of as a rite of passage for most yo...
How I Live Well: Mountaineering
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This year Andrea Gilligan is determined to make some changes and become that bit healthier!Andrea will be joined by a number of different people to fi...
Should there be more restrictions on learner drivers?
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The number of learner drivers involved in fatal accidents has trebled in the space of just four years. Would stricter restrictions help reduce this nu...
Ask the GP with Dr Siobhán Chidley
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Guest host Adrian Kennedy was joined on Lunchtime Live by Dr Siobhan Chidley from Watermills Family Practice to answer your health questions.
What are the costs of stolen election posters?
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rob O’Donnell, who had an unsuccessful bid with the Green Party in Limerick in the local elections has had more bad news as around 40 out of his 100...
Should working from home be expected these days?
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Half of Irish workers would refuse job offers with no option to work from home, new research has found.Around 47% of Irish jobseekers have revealed th...
How can we be better tourists?
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Despite what you might think from the weather, the summer is here, and that means many people will be packing their bags for a trip abroad.But, there’...
He got scammed out of €800 - how?
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Irish Independent’s JJ Clarke was recently tricked out of €800 following an online scam.He joins Adrian Kennedy to discuss what exactly happen...
Lack of school spaces in Dublin 15?
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many parents in Dublin 15 have seemingly found themselves unable to secure school places for their children for this September. Guest host Adrian...
Where can you get the best pint of Guinness?
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah Love, who runs the Girl Drinks Gunness page (@girl_drinks_guinness on Instagram) has been to 400 different pubs across Ireland, the UK and Europ...
Summer Memories with Baz Ashmawy
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our summer memories series is back!We chat to some well known faces and reminisce over those long summer days!Irish TV and radio personality Baz Ashma...
Should teachers get end of term gifts?
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the school year is drawing to a close, the age old debate on whether or not you get the teacher a present rolls around. Joining Andrea to disc...
Is calling women ‘girls’ a bad thing?
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
An interesting piece in the Irish Times today where columnist Justine McCarthy is critical of people using the term ‘girls’ to refer to women.&nbs...
The big Irish wedding - a good or bad thing?
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The big Irish wedding seems to be back!Andrea Gilligian is joined by Eimear, who sat 340 guests at her wedding! They discuss what it was like, and the...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From Leitrim mansions for sale to Marilin Monroe look-alikes in Wicklow, Breakfast Briefing presenter Shane Beaty joins Andrea Gilligan to go through ...
Will you be cheering for England in the Euros?
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A new survey conducted ahead of the Euro 2024 kickoff has shown that almost three in 10 Irish people would like to see England win the tournament.At t...
The Home Squad: Lighting
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From the type of bulb to the perfect amount of lamps – what are the best ways to light up your home?Andrea Gilligan is joined by Sarah Louise from S...
This taxi driver only takes cash. Why?
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Willie Wyse is a taxi driver in Cork, and refuses to take card payments.He is fighting NTA rules, in place since September 2022, that taxi drivers mus...
Why is Center Parcs more expensive in Ireland?
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Center Parcs has defended the major price differences between its offerings in the UK and Ireland by insisting the two areas are ‘very different mar...
Councillor wants women to ‘breed’ more?
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After lengthy counts, the last council seat in the country has been filled in County Kildare. Tom McDonnell, a builder from Newbridge says that h...
Throwback Thursday: ET, The Sopranos, American Idol
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's Throwback Thursday, where we look back on things that happened this week in history. 98fm’s Ciaran O’Connor joined Andrea Gilligan to rewind ...
What are the consequences of an Aer Lingus strike?
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Members of the Irish Airline Pilots' Association at Aer Lingus have voted overwhelmingly in favour of industrial action up to and including a strike.L...
Ask the Expert: Irish Rail
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From rail line closures to the lack of tea trolleys - Barry Kenny, Communications Manager with Irish Rail joins Andrea Gilligan to answer all of your ...
Dublin Airport embraces plane spotting!
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Good news for Irish plane spotters after Dublin Airport has submitted plans for an observation facility!Andrea Gilligan is joined by Aviation Expert S...
Fatherhood’s effect on mental health
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week is Men’s Mental Health Week, highlighting some of the mental health struggles men have that may get swept under the rug otherwise.Joining ...
Rory McIlroy’s divorce called off - is this a thing?
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Golfing legend Rory McIlroy and his wife Erica Stoll have called off their divorce, after supposedly resolving their differences.Is this something tha...
Reasons to be Happy: Westlife, Coldplay Energy, Taylor Swift Festival
12 Jun 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...
Lack of Deposit Return Scheme at festivals - a problem?
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There is seemingly a lack of Deposit Return Scheme machines at certain festivals, despite thoughts that there would be reverse vending machines set up...
The Pod Squad: Million Dollar Lover
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Pod Squad! We’ll review podcasts every Tuesday so you’ll have something new to listen to. This week Andrea is joined by h...
The best Irish slang phrases!
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Phrases like ‘sure look, sure listen’ and ‘the black stuff’ are some of the most popular and commonly used Irish slang words.Dr Ellen Howley j...
Carers are struggling - a listener’s story
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many people got in touch with the show with their own carer stories following the segment on Lunchtime Live.Marie is one of those who got in touch, an...
How do we follow up on Irish athletic success?
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
More good news for the European Athletics Championships as last night Rhasidat Adeleke won silver for Ireland in the 400 metres. Her silver follows go...
How I Live Well: Desk Exercise
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This year Andrea Gilligan is determined to make some changes and become that bit healthier!Andrea will be joined by a number of different people to fi...
Should the Leaving Cert be replaced?
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
According to Paul Murphy, People Before Profit TD for Dublin South West, the Leaving Cert should be scrapped in favour of open access to university.Wh...
Ask the GP with Dr Niall Breen
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andrea Gilligan was joined on Lunchtime Live by Dr Niall Breen from Portmarnock GP Clinic to answer listeners' health queries and questions...
Is 2000’s fashion making a comeback?
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From gladiator sandals to the circular belts – 00s fashion is back! Newstalk Reporter Lauren Grey took to the streets of Dublin to ask what fas...
Should children be tested for smartphone addictions?
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Doctors in Spain will check children for signs of mobile addiction once a year under a new government plan to improve safety online. Joining Andr...
Are carers supported enough in Ireland?
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are over half a million family carers in Ireland providing care to a person with a disability, chronic condition, mental health concern and/or l...
Lunchtime Live’s Big Batch: Children’s Snacks
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is Lunchtime Live’s Big Batch. Every Monday we’ll be learning new easy to cook batch recipes from Cook Book Author and Recipe Writer Sarah Bu...
Feel-Good Election Stories!
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With local elections all but finished - it seems to be good news for coalition partners Fine Gael and FIanna Fail, with Independents also doing well.N...
Ask Me Anything: Court Artist
07 Jun 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...
Working parents struggling to find after-school child care
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A school in Dublin has stated that they are closing the doors to their after-school programme in September. Parents are now scared whether they m...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From newts in Cork to chicken fillet roll thefts – there’s a lot happening around the country this week. Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty...
Has reality TV had its day?
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Reality TV may seem like a constant fixture on our screens these days whether it be Love Island, Selling Sunset or Traitors... But, back in the e...
The Home Squad: Tacky vs Trendy
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There is a fine line between tasteful and tacky, resulting in rooms looking cheap rather than sophisticated.How can you avoid the pitfalls? Joini...
Riverdance returns! Behind the scenes look
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Riverdance was performed for the first time at the Eurovision song contest 30 years ago. It's turned into a huge global success, and this year they ce...
Is loving true crime a red flag?
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A psychologist has warned that it’s a major red flag if you can relax by watching true crime - possibly a sign that you’re a psychopath.With the t...
Why the annual Hospice Sunflower Days fundraiser is important
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The annual Hospice Sunflower Days fundraiser is starting tomorrow. On street collections will be taking place all over the country from Friday until S...
Throwback Thursday: D-Day, Pulitzer Prize, Sex and the City
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's Throwback Thursday, where we look back on things that happened this week in history. 98fm’s Ciaran O’Connor joined Andrea Gilligan to rewind ...
Should XL Bully dogs be banned?
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There have been calls for Ireland to ban Bully XL dogs after the tragic death of a young woman in Limerick this week. Would you agree?Andrea Gill...
My Grandpa’s War: 80 Years Since D-Day - A Henry McKean Documentary
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The 6th of June will mark 80 years since the beaches of Normandy were invaded on D-Day. Henry McKean’s grandfather was one of those soldiers on the ...
Ask the Expert: Wedding Planner
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From doing the seating plan to picking the perfect band, Lindsay Moynagh, Founder of Wendor and House of Hannah Weddings and Events joins Andrea Gilli...
How screen time impacts our sleep
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For years we have been told that being exposed to blue light on our phones can ruin a good night's sleep completely. But, recent research is chal...
How competitive should school sports be?
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Should children’s sports days be non-competitive? Or is that giving our kids a bad idea about competition in the future?TV personality Stacy Solomon...
Are towns losing their sense of community?
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are towns and villages beginning to lose their sense of identity and community?Muiris O’Cearbhaill, journalist with TheJournal.ie has been asking th...
Reasons to be Happy: Supermac’s, Nicola Coughlan, Popstar Baby Names
05 Jun 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...
Garda Reserves pay to be tripled - would you join?
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The amount paid to garda reserves will be as much as triple under plans announced by Justice Minister Helen McEntee.Up to €3,000 will be paid to res...
The Pod Squad: The Allusionist
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Pod Squad! We’ll review podcasts every Tuesday so you’ll have something new to listen to. This week Andrea is joined by h...
Taylor Swift coming to Dublin - should the city do more?
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dublin City Council does not have any events planned in the lead up to Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, which will be on for three nights in Dublin on the ...
Election Walkabout - Dublin Bay South
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The local and European elections are just around the corner, so what is it like being out and about canvassing? Having already stepped out on the...
How I Live Well: Cooking
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This year Andrea Gilligan is determined to make some changes and become that bit healthier!Over the next few weeks Andrea will be joined by a number o...
Will doubling penalty points make roads safer?
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The RSA are calling for emergency laws to double penalty points for speeding and mobile phone use. The group wants the emergency legislation to d...
Ask Me Anything: Book Publisher
31 May 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...
This pilot was in the skies during 9/11 - her experience
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andrea Gilligan’s guest has a fascinating story... Beverley Bass was the first female captain of an American Airlines commercial plane. She was...
What are the best Irish TV ads?
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What are some of the most iconic ads that have come from our shores? Those ones that, years later, are still popular and referenced today?To discuss, ...
Assisted Reproduction Bill leaves out many same sex couples
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The passing of the Assisted Reproduction Bill 2022 in the Dáil on Wednesday has been welcomed by many families and couples nationwide. However, ...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From GAA jerseys appearing in unusual places, to the most mispronounced place names in the country – Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty has s...
Are dereliction levies being collected?
31 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From glass falling on to the street to rubbish being dumped – derelict buildings are causing problems right across the country, but are dereliction ...
The Home Squad: Soft Furnishings
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From Curtains to rugs and throws – how do you make your soft furnishings work? Hardware Expert Alan Grant and Arlene McIntyre from Arlene McInt...
The new Harry Styles guided tour!
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From where Harry had his first kiss to the place where he started his working life – Harry Styles fans can now get a guided tour around his home vil...
Should we have stricter pet theft laws?
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wexford woman Lisa O’Connor got in touch with the show saying that new laws are needed to stop pet thefts in Ireland. She has set up a petition call...