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Should we scrap ‘Mickey Mouse’ degrees?
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The UK Prime Minister has said that one in eight degrees are ‘Mickey Mouse’ degrees, and that they’ll be shut down. He said they’ll use t...
Nursing home closure leaves residents troubled
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The families of residents of a Dublin nursing home are worried about their loved ones' future. They found out the nursing home is closing, and all the...
Reasons to be Happy: Knives Out, Breakfast Rolls, Chris Martin
29 May 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. &n...
Do Spanish tourism protests put you off travelling?
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thousands of people marched in Spain's Balearic Islands against mass tourism ahead of the summer season. Holding posters reading ‘SOS Residents...
The Pod Squad: The Mushroom Cook
28 May 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 N...
The Campaign Trail: Cork City
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The local and European elections are quickly approaching. You have seen the posters erected; leaflets delivered, but what is it like calling door to d...
Are dress codes outdated?
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One of Gordon Ramsay's restaurants is said to have "toughened up" its dress code and made it "more explicit" advising guests against certain items of ...
Adrian Kennedy speaks about his cancer diagnosis
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Adrian Kennedy, who usually presents the show when Andrea is away, joins to discuss his recent cancer diagnosis and how he’s been dealing with it…
How I Live Well: Concierge
28 May 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...
Kids have fewer friends now – is that a worry?
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A new report from the ESRI shows that 13 year olds have fewer friends now than they did a decade ago, but is that a worry? Or is less friends better?A...
Ask the GP with Dr Nina Byrnes
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Nina Byrnes, GP at Generation Health Medical Clinic joined Andrea Gilligan to tackle your medical queries…
What are the worst Irish accents in movies?
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author Marian Keyes’s 2020 novel ‘Grown Ups’ is set to be adapted for Netflix, but she has made a plea to the makers not to ruin it with awful I...
Should we have mandatory national service like the UK wants?
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
UK prime minister Rishi Sunak has pledged mandatory national service for 18-year-olds if the Tories win the UK election in July.What do you think abou...
Student excluded from Debs because of disability
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
James Casserly has just graduated from 6th year in school – however, he has been excluded from the post graduation night out and also the Debs. ...
People injured after turbulence on Dublin flight - Passenger experience
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Turbulence has hit the headlines again after eight passengers were taken to hospital following a flight from Doha to Dublin.Emma Rose, Conor and Malco...
Lunchtime Live’s Big Batch: BBQ
27 May 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...
Would you pay water charges today?
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
An Irish committee on the funding of water in Ireland recommended that households that use excessive water should pay charges. That was seven years ag...
Ask Me Anything: Travel Agent
24 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...
Boy who died aged 15 to become first Millennial Saint
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A London-born teenager is set to become the first millennial to be made a saint. Carlo Acutis died of leukaemia in 2006, and since his death, two...
Have you confronted someone over bad parking?
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever confronted anyone about their parking? Well, one person in Crosshaven in Cork certainly made their feelings known when it comes to ...
Getting an autism diagnosis as an adult
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Actor Brian Mulvey’s life changed when, after learning about his son’s autism, he seeked his own diagnosis.He joins Andrea to discuss what he lear...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From tattoos for Taylor to Gordon Ramsay spotted out and about – Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty has stories from around the country you m...
Can you really disconnect from work?
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you feel that you’re able to disconnect from work? Or are you constantly checking emails and answering phone calls after work hours? A...
The Home Squad: Adding texture to walls
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How can you add texture to your wall, easily and without breaking the bank? Andrea is joined by DIY Expert Alan Grant and Eimear Hutchinson, Colu...
Does working from home lead to binge eating?
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you noticed you snack more, or binge eat when you’re working from home? Psychiatrist Brendan Kelly joins Andrea to discuss why this might ...
Cork woman to climb Kilimanjaro in a wedding dress!
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Climbing Kilimanjaro is a challenging task, but climbing it in a wedding dress? That’s a whole other ballgame!Leonore Good and 14 women from Cork ar...
What is ‘Cancer Ghosting’? A listener’s experience
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When somebody we love is diagnosed with cancer, it’s hard to know what to say, you might feel awkward about getting in touch with them. However...
What are the state of Cork’s roads?
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Almost 2,500 complaints about Cork’s footpaths have been made to Cork City Council over the last six years. The data was provided t...
Throwback Thursday: Pac-Man, Bonnie & Clyde, Tina Turner
23 May 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 ...
Who should take responsibility for kids and smartphones?
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Education Minister Norma Foley has said that she will bring in legislation to ban the sale of smartphones to children under the age of 13 if it is nee...
Ask the Expert: Home Insurance
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From costs to coverage, for this week’s Ask the Expert, we’re putting your home insurance questions to Jonathan Hehir, Managing DIrector of Insure...
No photo rule at weddings - a good idea?
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is it a good idea to have no photo rule at weddings? Or a bit miserable? More and more couples are opting to put a ban on guests taking pictures....
Europa League Final: 30,000 fans in Dublin
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Around 30,000 football fans are descending on Dublin to watch the Europa League final between German side Bayer Leverkusen and Italy's Atalanta taking...
Ireland declares Palestine as a state - what now?
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland, alongside Norway and Spain will formally recognise the state of Palestine, it was confirmed this morning.Israel has recalled their ambassador...
Reasons to be Happy: Song made by kids goes viral
22 May 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. &n...
Should certain foods have price caps?
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Should we bring in price caps for certain food like bread and milk? That’s what People Before Profit are calling for. They’re saying that the...
The Pod Squad: The Immortals
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Pod Squad! We’ll review podcasts every Tuesday so you’ll have something new to listen to. Andrea was joined by Toda...
Does Ireland have a two-tier medical system?
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Doctors are claiming that Ireland has a two tier medical system – with public and private patients getting access to different drugs and help.&...
Family plea for people who helped man following M50 tragedy
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There was tragedy on the M50 on Friday when Derek Martin sadly lost his life following an accident. His sister Helen is with Andrea to remember her br...
Should political leaflets be banned?
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listener of the show John got in touch to share how sick he is of political leaflets in the post, calling them unsolicited mail.It begs the question, ...
Are we not going to the cinema anymore?
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Apparently, us Irish are falling out of love with the cinema. We used to be Europe's most avid movie-goers, but we haven’t gotten back to those...
How I Live Well: Mindfulness
21 May 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...
Why are autistic children being refused summer camp spots?
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Children with autism are being refused places in summer camps, with some being told that they’d have to employ an SNA (Special Needs Assistant) in o...
Ask the GP with Dr Niall Breen
20 May 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 sharing a bed with your partner worse for you?
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Having separate beds from your partner is becoming more and more common apparently. Couples say they sleep better and because of that, are nicer ...
Long queues and chaos at Bruce Springsteen in Croke Park…
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bruce Springsteen brought the curtain down on the Irish leg of his world tour last night in Dublin, but hundreds of concertgoers missed the start of h...
Are nicotine pouches the new vape for teens?
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you heard of nicotine pouches? Well if you haven’t, your teenagers are sure to know about them. There have been calls for stricter regulat...
Lunchtime Live’s Big Batch: Nibbles
20 May 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...
Should Dublin traffic lane changes be delayed?
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Employers group Ibec has called on Dublin City Council to pause their implementation of new city centre plans due to be introduced in August. &nb...
Ask Me Anything: War Photographer
17 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...
The history of crying statues in Ireland
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Vatican is changing its guidance towards the supernatural. They’ll update things like how to determine if visions of the Virgin Mary are au...
More birth trauma stories…
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Previously the show covered birth trauma and the experience of women in this country that aren’t being looked after enough. As part of that we ...
Remembering the Dublin and Monaghan bombings
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wendy Burke was just 1 year old when her life changed forever. Wendy and her heavily pregnant mother were on their way home after a hospital appointme...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From crow attacks in Kildare to confusion over roads in Kerry: Breakfast briefing Presenter Shane Beatty has some of the stories from around the count...
Should we have an Irish citizenship test?
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many countries around the world require you to pass a test on civic knowledge – geography, laws, politics, history etc to gain citizenship.&nb...
The Home Squad: Bad “Improvements”
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From following trends to dodgy DIY – what are the worst ‘improvements’ we can make to our houses? Andrea is joined by DIY Expert Alan Grant...
Do you pick the same PIN number for everything?
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a culprit of picking the same pin numbers for everything? Apparently '1234' is still the most common PIN… Jess Kelly, Newstalk’s Tech...
Learning more about birth trauma
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A recent inquiry in the UK found that good maternity care in Britain was “the exception rather than the rule”. Women in Ireland are now calling fo...
Avoiding common travel mistakes…
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Almost a third of us buy travel insurance on the day they fly – which is apparently a big mistake. So, what other travel mishaps are we making? ...
Throwback Thursday: Shrek, Mickey Mouse, Battle of the Sexes
16 May 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 obese people be paid to lose weight?
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The UK health service has found success in getting obese men to lose weight by paying them up to £400. A trial found men were more likely to slim dow...
Ask the Expert: Pensions
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From how much to put away to when to start for this week’s Ask the Expert, we’re putting your pension questions to Paul Kenny, Ireland’s former ...
Black market Ozempic - what can be done?
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Weight loss drugs such as Ozempic are apparently being sold on the black market, causing huge concerns amongst the medical community. Pharmacist ...
New E-scooter regulations - long overdue?
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
E-scooters are to be banned for people under the age of 16 soon. This comes alongside new regulations like a 20km speed limit, seats being banned and ...
Seafood shack forced to close for bus stop…
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mairead Anderson, owner of Killybegs Seafood Shack, has been informed that she has to cease trading on the 22nd of May to make way for a new bus stop ...
Are work dress codes too relaxed now?
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Should there be stricter rules around dress codes in workplaces? Or, have we completely lost the run of ourselves in what we’re wearing to work...
Reasons to be Happy: Flat white is the Irish coffee of choice
15 May 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. &n...
Should we scrap the Leaving Cert?
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Should the Leaving Cert exams be scrapped in favour of something different? Is there a better way for teenagers to learn? Labour Education & Justi...
The Pod Squad: The Rest is Entertainment
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Pod Squad! We’ll review podcasts every Tuesday so you’ll have something new to listen to. Andrea was joined by host...
Could AI help us in the dating world?
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The founder of dating app Bumble Whitney Wolfe Herd has said that the future of dating is having your AI date other people's AI, and recommend the bes...
Have you ever had Lyme disease?
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Lyme disease awareness month: Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that can be spread to humans by infected ticks. It's usually easier to trea...
This priest is not entitled to a state pension - why?
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fr Patsy Lynch has been a priest for over 50 years, and he spent 31 of those as a missionary in Ghana. However, when he applied for his pension, he wa...
How I Live Well: Salt Rooms
14 May 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...
Is behaviour around the Dublin Portal surprising?
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dublin City Council says it is working on “technical solutions” to address “inappropriate behaviour” by some on the newly installed Dublin-New...
Ask the GP with Dr Nina Byrnes
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Nina Byrnes, GP at Generation Health Medical Clinic joined Andrea Gilligan to tackle your medical queries…
New food trend: Cheese and… coffee?
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you tried dipping your cheese in your morning coffee? Well, it might be the new foodie hit in 2024. Joining Andrea to discuss are Kevin Sheridan ...
‘It brought me to a very dark place…’ Irish stalker story
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Following the success of Netflix’s Baby Reindeer, a spotlight has been put on stalking and how being a victim of it can affect you. Jarlath Rice is ...
Special Needs school’s roof has been leaking for nearly a year…
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lunchtime Live listener Aaron got in touch with the show to talk about an issue in his daughter’s school: the roof has been leaking for almost a yea...
Lunchtime Live’s Big Batch: Communion Season
13 May 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...
Should the smoking age be raised to 21?
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The minimum legal age for the sale of tobacco will be increased from 18 to 21 under plans due to be approved by Cabinet this week. It comes...
Ask Me Anything: Prison Governor
10 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...
What is StudyTok?
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With the Junior and Leaving Cert exams just a few weeks away, many students are turning to TikTok for study tips and advice. Has this trend changed ho...
Should Ireland have free fertility checks?
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andrea was joined by guests to discuss France’s new approach to tackling a decade-long decline in its birth rate. President Emmanuel Macron has intr...
Who cares for our elderly and dying?
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We've frequently discussed palliative care and elder care on this show, as they often involve challenging and emotional conversations. Simon Chambers,...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From a Netflix show filming in Ireland to a thatched pub hitting New York – Breakfast briefing Presenter Shane Beatty has some of the stories from a...
What do Irish Eurovision fans think of this year's contest?
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andrea talks to Irish fans about the dramatic buildup to this year's Eurovision final in Malmö, Sweden. Ireland’s Bambie Thug has secured a spot in...
Could you go retro with your phone?
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
‘Dumbphones’ are making a comeback, but would you swap your iPhone for a Nokia 3210?Jess Kelly, Newstalk’s Tech Correspondent joins Andrea to ex...
Could you give up meat to save the planet?
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New research from the ESRI reveals that many people are unaware of the environmental impact their diet can have on climate change. While most are conc...
Could you spot the signs of melanoma?
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
May is melanoma awareness month. Paul Darby joins Andrea to share his experience of finding a small mark on his skin.
Throwback Thursday: Friends, Batman and Let it Be
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for Throwback Thursday, where we look back on things that happened this week in history. Ciaran O’Connor from 98fm joined Andrea Gilligan ...
Should Piers Morgan interview the stalker from Baby Reindeer?
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Real-life Martha from Baby Reindeer has been interviewed by Piers Morgan to share her side of the story. The woman who has come forward as the inspira...
Ask The Expert: Dublin Airport Authority
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
From missing luggage to parking, for this week’s Ask the Expert, we’re putting your Dublin airport questions to Graeme McQueen, Media Relatio...
Are we neglecting our seas?
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sea swimming spots around Dublin Bay are being lost due to poor water conditions. But what can be done to save our seas and swimming spots? Andre...
The Pod Squad: Off Menu
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Pod Squad! We’ll review podcasts every Tuesday so you’ll have something new to listen to. Andrea was joined by Off ...
Andrea Gilligan speaks to asylum seekers in tents on Dublin Canal
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Over 80 tents are pitched along the inner-city canal in Dublin as asylum seekers having been moved from outside of the International Protection Office...
Have we withdrawn ourselves from society?
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Take outs over dine ins, watching Netflix rather than going to the cinema and even working from home – have we withdrawn ourselves from society?&nbs...
Do we still need election posters?
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Politicians risked a €150 fine to secure optimal lamppost positions for their posters in the lead up to the European and Local Elections. Poste...
Why is Ballroom Dancing surging in popularity?
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ballroom and Latin dancing schools in Ireland are seeing class numbers soar with more people eager to learn a step or two. Andrea is joined by th...
What should be done about the tents in Dublin?
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Asylum seekers living in tents outside of the International Protection Office were moved to Crooksling in southwest Dublin however over 80 tents are n...
Eurovision 2024 Excitement
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of the opening night of Eurovision 2024, excitement is high for the fans eager to see the production of this year's song contest in Malmö. Andr...