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'There is a feeling we have to just do it' Should we bother celebrating Mother’s day

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Traitors presenter Claudia Winkleman bans her children from marking Mother’s Day. Stating that she would rather her kids empty the dishwasher mo...

Reasons to be Happy: Kneecap on Jimmy Fallon, Freaky Friday Sequel and Pilot helps deliver baby

06 Mar 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...

‘There is no connection between the Garda and the community anymore' Are Gardai still part of the community?

06 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A Garda who was suspended for three years after giving a unclaimed bike to an elderly man during the pandemic and failing to fill out the proper docum...

The Infidelity Coach

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Albert Arnaiz has caused a scandal in his native Spain with his book ‘SHICRET’ telling men and women how to have an affair and get away with it.&n...

Endometriosis: ‘When I finish having kids, I’ll be getting a hysterectomy’ - RuthAnne

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month and over the past year or so we’ve spoken to many women about how living with the condition affects them, the...

'A lack of respect' - Kate Middleton photographed for first time since surgery

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kate Middleton has been photographed by paparazzi following speculation over her whereabouts after undergoing surgery. However the British press ...

How I Live Well: Living to 100

05 Mar 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 nu...

'We need to do something' - Do we need stricter dog control laws?

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A new taskforce is to be established to examine measures to strengthen Ireland’s laws on dog control.  Earlier this year, Minister Heather...

'I thought I'd be dead by 25' - Young people coping with alcoholism in Ireland

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This Friday the All Ireland Young People in Alcoholics Anonymous Convention will be held in Clare. Young people from all around the country will ...

'I'm having a Taylor Swift themed divorce party'

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When you think of divorce we often think view it as a sad occasion. But, should it also be something to celebrate? And, is it important to mark the oc...

Lunchtime Live's Big Batch: Tomato and Garlic Pasta and Veggie Stir-Fry

04 Mar 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...

'They think they own the road' - Do cyclists need more policing?

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Green Party leader Eamon Ryan has said that cyclists need to create a “culture” of being respectful towards pedestrians and the law. He was s...

Ask Me Anything: Author

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Every Friday, as part of our ‘Ask Me Anything’ series, we put your questions to people from interesting background or working in different jobs.&n...

Is moaning good for you?

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Talking on the INSPIRE podcast, Home of the year judge Sara Cosgrove has said that having a ‘No Moan zone’ helps her to make good business decisio...

Pet Grief: 'I wasn't able to function'

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Earlier in the week American TV host Jon Stewart spoke on his show ‘The Daily Show’ about losing his pet dog Dipper: It’s sparked off a hug...

Obesity 'now the norm' in developed countries

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A global study has found that more than one billion people now living with obesity worldwide. In Ireland almost 60% of adults are obese or overwe...

Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Every day we scour the newspapers but often, many great stories from the regional papers don’t make the headlines.Newstalk's Breakfast Briefing pres...

'A nightmare' - Break-ins crippling small businesses in city centre

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Two Dublin restaurants have been broken into, with their tills taken and their windows smashed – in just the last week. Andrea was joined by Ro...

The Home Squad: Outdoor Storage

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Looking for a way to maximise your storage space outdoors?Architect Roisin Murphy and Hardware Expert Alan Grant joined Andrea with some tricks of the...

Leap Year proposal: 'Take the bull by the horns'

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, of course, is February 29th - a Leap Year Day. According to tradition women are allowed to propose to male suitors today.  Andrea was...

Throwback Thursday: Pokémon is released, The Sound of Music and The viral dress

29 Feb 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 Gill...

Supermarket Clubcards: 'You only get the special price if you have given them your data'

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are loyalty cards and club cards really beneficial for shoppers? Or, are we being duped?  Helen Coffey, Senior features writer for The Indep...

Ask The Expert: Donating Blood

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

From blood types, to supply and who can and can’t donate blood, Andrea was joined by Dr Ellen McSweeney from the Irish Blood Transfusion Donor Cons...

Is it okay to take children out of school to travel?

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Would you take your children out of school to travel? In October 2021, Danny and Aideen McAuliffe took their three children out of school to trav...

March 8th Referendums: Explainer

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On Friday 8 March 2024, we are being asked to vote on two proposed changes to the Constitution. But with the date closing in on us – many people sti...

Sineád Ryan: We should televise court cases in Ireland

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Should court cases be broadcast on television in Ireland?Andrea was joined on Lunchtime Live by Sinead Ryan, presenter of The Home Show on Newstalk, L...

Reasons to be Happy: Derry Girls, Maynooth wins Autism Friendly Town Award and Harry Potter Series

28 Feb 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...

'She's a spoiled brat' - Peppa Pig 'a bad influence' on children

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Parents in America are saying that Peppa Pig is making their kids rude. They're saying she’s a brat, a bully and is a bad influence on young mi...

‘One told me to kill myself’ - Karl Dawson receiving online hate after photo with Taoiseach circulates in ‘far-right’ group

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

98fm presenter Karl Dawson has been the target of abuse on social after a photo from 1 year ago with An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar was posted in a far ri...

How I Live Well: Baking

27 Feb 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 nu...

'It's nothing like it should be' - Aviva Stadium 'has no sense of occasion' for rugby matches

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We saw another record-equalling Irish win in the Six Nations at the weekend as Ireland saw off Wales.  According to Gerry Thornley, Rugby Co...

Ask the GP with Dr Sumi Dunne

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Andrea Gilligan was joined on Lunchtime Live by GP and lecturer, Dr Sumi Dunne to answer listeners health queries and questions...

'A fantastic idea' - Prisoners to be trained to retrofit homes under new pilot project

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A pilot programme which will train prisoners to retrofit homes gets under way today.  Prisoners close to release can undergo training in the...

'They would still be alive' - Andrew McGinley says new mental health law must go further

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A new mental health bill in Ireland is expected to be the largest overhaul of the State’s mental health laws in decades. Mental Health Reform g...

Lunchtime Live's Big Batch: Fakeaways

26 Feb 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...

'We're in a climate catastrophe' - Should flights be more expensive?

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Should flights be more expensive? Ryanair's Michael O'Leary has warned that holidaymakers will face higher air fares this summer because of capac...

Ask Me Anything: Dominatrix

23 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Every Friday, as part of our ‘Ask Me Anything’ series, we put your questions to people from interesting background or working in different jobs.&n...

'It's cements her iconic status' - London museum seeking Taylor Swift 'superfan adviser'

23 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A London museum is hoping to recruit a Taylor Swift superfan to join their staff and advise them on all things Taylor. The Victoria and Albert mu...

Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

23 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Every day we scour the newspapers but often, many great stories from the regional papers don’t make the headlines.Newstalk's Breakfast Briefing pres...

Ukrainians living in Ireland say the past two years has been 'incredibly supportive'

23 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This Saturday marks the second anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. When the invasion of Ukraine began in February 2022, som...

GAA at the Olympics: 'There would be a huge gap in the standard'

23 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Would you like to see gaelic football, hurling and camogie at the Olympic Games?  The GAA revealed in their World strategy plan that they wo...

‘When I see it, I call it out’ - Mental health advocate experiencing abuse online from one individual

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mental health blogger and writer, Daragh Fleming joined Andrea to discuss an experience he has been having with a social media account that has been a...

The cost of HRT 'varies hugely' across Ireland

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re going through menopause, could you be paying too much for HRT? Apparently the cost can differ wildly – and you might be overpaying....

Throwback Thursday: Eastenders premiered, Anne Frank died and Trainspotting opens in cinemas

22 Feb 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 Gill...

'It was pandemonium' - Train delays left hundreds stranded in 'freezing cold' conditions

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There were a number of delays on the Dublin-to-Cork train line last night. The delays left a number of people stranded in bad weather conditions at Po...

Ask The Expert: Physiotherapist

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On Monday's Ask The GP, Dr Nina Byrnes recommended physio for quite a lot of the queries people sent in.  To continue this conversation, And...

Returning to work after a bereavement: 'I wish I hadn't put myself under so much pressure'

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

BBC Presenter Kate Garraway returned to work this month, following the death of her husband Derek. How can you make returning to work after bereavemen...

'People are looking for unique experiences' - Lonely Planet's Ireland Guide one of their most popular last year

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lonely Planet has said that the Ireland guide is one of its top sellers around the world. Along with Ireland, the other top sellers are Japan, Ic...

Reasons to be Happy: Irish Wish, Chicken Fillet Rolls in London and Daire Gorman meets Irish Rugby Team

21 Feb 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...

Dublin Airport police ‘issuing fines’ to taxi drivers touting without permits

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The new Dublin Airport Taxi Permit, which comes into effect today, could see increased waiting times for passengers according to taxi firm FREENOW.&nb...

The Pod Squad: SmartLess

20 Feb 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 Rebekah Shekleto...

Verbal and physical abuse 'a daily occurence' for staff on public transport

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

More than 80 per cent of public transport workers say they have been the target of abuse and more than half say antisocial behaviour is an issue for t...

Mother says there’s ‘no communication’ from health service about appointments for daughters with scoliosis

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anna Mills family know only too well about the struggles to get care for children with scoliosis. Her 2 daughters have the condition, with her younges...

How I Live Well: Breathing

20 Feb 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 nu...

Viral UK male stripper group 'inundated' with inquiries from 'all over Ireland'

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Pleasure Boys took their XLL Tour to Belfast last Saturday and it has caused a social media storm. The videos show the dancers fully naked, d...

'We're really delighted' - 'Poor Things' producer Andrew Lowe on BAFTA success

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lots of Irish success stories at the BATFAs last night - Cillian Murphy won best actor for his role in Oppenheimer.  But the big stars were ...

MetroLink: Is it worth the money?

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Transport Infrastructure Ireland says the MetroLink is needed for Dublin because the country is outgrowing its current transport infrastructure. It to...

Revamping your Wedding Dress: 'I wanted to wear the dress again'

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Fashion Stylist and Journalist Laura Mullett was in New York for her wedding anniversary and had revamped her wedding dress to wear for the occasion.&...

Lunchtime Live's Big Batch: Meatballs

19 Feb 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...

'It's really sad' - Criticism over prices for St Patrick's Day grandstand seat prices

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are normal people being priced out of cultural events? Joe O’Shea, Editor of CorkBeo.ie, pointed out in his column in the Irish Daily Mirror th...

Is it ok to lie to children?

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On Newstalk Breakfast this morning, Shane and Ciara were talking about the lies that people tell their children – from the ice cream van playing mus...

'They don't see the need for it' - Are young people drinking less alcohol nowadays?

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lhara, a listener from Galway, joined Andrea on Lunchtime Live to discuss something she noticed amongst her children and their friends recently...

Average speed cameras 'the only method that truly slows traffic down'

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Time-over-distance’ speed cameras look set to be extended nationally – would you be in favour of this? Time-over-distance speed cameras monit...

‘You need to make it easy for people’ - Backlash to GAA banning ticket screenshots

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Croke Park have announced that they’ll no longer be accepting screenshots of tickets into their grounds. They’ve said that from now on the ti...

Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Every day we scour the newspapers but often, many great stories from the regional papers don’t make the headlines.Newstalk's Breakfast Briefing pres...

The Home Squad: Paint

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Looking to give your house a fresh look on a budget?Architect Roisin Murphy and Hardware Expert Alan Grant joined Andrea with some tricks of the trade...

Cork City facing 'significant challenges' around drug use

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is enough done to deal with drugs in Cork? Before Christmas there was a spate of overdoses in the city, with the HSE issuing warnings about a nit...

‘We need all the help’ - Julian Benson calls on volunteers for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation renovation project

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve a sick family member, you know the struggles of keeping things going while they’re in hospital, the expense, finding accommodation and p...

Throwback Thursday: Youtube launched, Stardust fire and first Teddy Bear introduced in New York

15 Feb 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 Gill...

'It's chaotic' - Locals in Cork 'can't rely' on bus services

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cork county councillors have raised the issue of what they say is a worsening bus service in the county. Have you been having issues with the num...

What are the best aphrodisiac foods?

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A new survey by HelloFresh has revealed that two-thirds of people believe the way to someone’s heart is through their stomach! So, what better ...

'It doesn't best describe the game' - Calls to stop using the term 'ladies' football

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Michelle, a listener, got in touch with Lunchtime Live about a topic she wanted to discuss.She would like people to stop using the term Ladies Footbal...

The Cost of Being Single

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It costs nearly €1,000 more a month to be single than it does for people in relationships. Singles shell out more than €2,300 a month on gene...

Reasons to be Happy: Rumoured Gavin and Stacey return and Killarney named Ireland's most romantic town

14 Feb 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...

'To disown our language is a very sad thing' - Síle Seoige

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Comments made by broadcaster Ivan Yates have caused a backlash among Gaeilgeoirí online. He was featured on The Six O'clock Show on Virgin Media...

The Pod Squad: Inside the Crime

13 Feb 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 Jess Kelly and E...

People in rural Ireland living in fear after a 'blitz' of robberies

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Farm owners are living in fear after a spate of robberies. What more can we do to stamp out rural crime? Andrea Gilligan was joined by farmers an...

Woman forced to sell family home after being refused widows pension

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sheila Duffy was forced to sell her family home after the death of her partner of 35 years after she was refused the widows pension. Sheila and S...

How I Live Well: Holistic Gardener

13 Feb 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 nu...

'We have a problem in this country with child poverty' - Child benefit payment 'welcomed' for 18-year-olds

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Child benefit payments will be extended to include 18-year-olds who are still in full-time education from May 1st.  Minister for Social Prot...

Super Bowl 2024: Why was it so popular this year?

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Millions of Americans tuned in to watch the Super Bowl on Sunday, but many were more likely to be watching Taylor Swift than the game.Alexan...

'It's very difficult' - Louth woman with neurological disorder denied support by HSE

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Aimee Campbell was diagnosed with functional neurological disorder (FND) in 2017. The condition has left her paralysed in 3 limbs.  She’s ...

Long waiting lists for driving test 'no matter where you go'

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

More than 31,000 people were waiting to take their driving test in Dublin at the end of January, according to new figures from the Road Safety Authori...

Lunchtime Live's Big Batch: Fluffy Pancakes

12 Feb 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...

'Fix the country before they start trying to bring people back'

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A new advertising campaign is hoping to encourage Irish construction workers living abroad to return home to help with the housing crisis. The Go...

Ask Me Anything: Funeral Director

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Every Friday, as part of our ‘Ask Me Anything’ series, we put your questions to people from interesting background or working in different jobs.&n...

Super Bowl 2024: 'A David vs Goliath match-up'

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Despite the countless number of sports in Ireland – interest in American Football seems to be on the rise.  Things are gearing up for the 2024 ...

‘I can’t change my past’ - Former prisoner on facing rejection and helping others

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What is life like after a conviction? How easy is it to leave prison and rejoin society? I’m joined now by Damien Quinn, founder of the ch...

Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Every day we scour the newspapers but often, many great stories from the regional papers don’t make the headlines.Newstalk's Breakfast Briefing pres...

Paying TV licence fee through Revenue 'is ridiculous'

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Would you be happy for the TV License fee to come out of your tax? Tánaiste Micheál Martin has said that his preference would be for the fee to...

The Home Squad: Flooring

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Looking for some new floors without spending a fortune? Architect Roisin Murphy and Hardware Expert Alan Grant joined Andrea with some tricks of ...

‘Her life is on hold’ - Mother says her daughter feels ‘helpless’ battling her eating disorder

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anna, a listener, got in touch because of something her daughter is going through. Anna and Lynda Duffy, a therapist specialising in eating disorders ...

Measles Q&A with Dr Nina Byrnes

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A man, aged in his 40s, died in a hospital in the Dublin and Midlands health region after contracting measles. He had recently travelled&nbs...

Throwback Thursday: Bob Marley born, Shergar kidnapped and Pinocchio premieres

08 Feb 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 Gill...

Number of pupils applying for Irish exemption 'has skyrocketed'

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There have been calls for Norma Foley to scrap the exemptions given for learning Irish. The Oireachtas Committee says that the number of exemptions is...

'A moral stand is important' - Should Basketball Ireland boycott their game against Israel?

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Ireland’s women basketball team is set to go ahead with their game against Israel tomorrow despite calls for a boycott from a number of the squa...

How to Avoid Interior Design Regrets

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Many people have notions on how they wish to decorate their homes. However, when the time comes, do people push the boundaries on bold designs or do t...

Reasons to be Happy: KSI visits Portlaoise, Galway girl's song goes viral and Flogas cuts energy prices

07 Feb 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...

‘Our kids are being left to fall by the wayside’ - Mother of boy with Spina Bifida says there's 'zero indication' of when surgery will take place

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Last September, The Temple Street Children’s hospital came under fire after several children were affected by complications after their spinal surge...

Terry Prone: 'Everybody should have a facelift'

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Writing in todays Irish Examiner, Terry Prone, Chairman of the Communications Clinic detailed her experience of going under the knife to as she says t...