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Early phone use for children ‘can significantly impact their brain development’
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A recent survey shows that 25% of six year olds have their own phone and 45% of 10 year olds are allowed to use their smartphones in their bedroom. Ho...
Ask Me Anything: Former Jockey
02 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...
Should the morning-after pill be available over the counter?
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Doctors in the UK are saying that women should be allowed buy the morning-after pill in supermarkets and petrol stations. They rection it’ll gi...
Maintaining Your Adult Friendships After Kids
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tanya Sweeney wrote in the Independent today about the transition to ‘mum friends’ after having children. She writes that her new friends have not...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
02 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...
Rugby is 'abusive to a child's brain' - Sports professor
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do your children play rugby? Some sports experts in the UK are saying that rugby in schools is a form of child abuse and that parents don’t und...
The Home Squad: Windows and Doors
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Looking for some new doors and windows without spending a fortune? Architect Roisin Murphy and Hardware Expert Alan Grant joined Andrea with some...
'Clear boundaries' around working from home will help reduce workplace anxiety
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve teamed up with Laya Healthcare to explore wellbeing in the workplace. Today Andrea was joined by Dr Siobahn Chidley, GP with Watermills Family...
Cocaine use in GAA 'out of control'
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How serious a problem is cocaine in GAA? Experts are claiming that the use of cocaine has “gone through the roof at club level” while d...
Minister has committed to proper 'oversight' of repsite system for family carers - Senator
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Last week Andrea was joined by Gayle on Lunchtime Live. Gayle cares for her 22-year-old son Luca full time in their home. She is hoping for...
Legal expert explains law around bringing your non-EEA spouse to Ireland
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Yesteray, Andrea spoke to Emma, a woman from Donegal whose husband can't gain access to Ireland from South Africa.Andrea was joined on Lunchtime Live ...
Throwback Thursday: James Joyce born, The first Oxford English Dictionary and Facebook launched
01 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...
Deposit return scheme will bring 'challenges for smaller suppliers'
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The deposit return scheme begins today. Cans and plastic bottles will have a 15 cent levy applied and can be taken back to retailers to be recycled. &...
‘It’s time for us to be put back together’ - Woman pleads for husband to be allowed enter Ireland
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A listener Emma, from Donegal, got in touch to share her incredible story. Emma’s husband Lawson is unable to get permission to enter Ireland from S...
'I don't let my children use screens' - Mum shamed for banning screentime
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you let your children use screens? Or have you ever been shaming for denying them screentime? Writing in the Irish Independent today, Emma Arm...
Defence Forces 'moving into the modern era' as members allowed to grow beards
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For the first time in the Irish Defence Forces’ history, soldiers will be allowed to have beards while on duty. It’s one of...
Reasons to be Happy: Adele announces European dates, Six Nations return and Castlebar is the best town for 'work-life balance'
31 Jan 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...
The Pod Squad: Young Hot Guys
30 Jan 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...
'If I was a man, I don't think I'd still be in pain' - Women’s experiences of pain dismissal
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ciara Kelly spoke on Newstalk Breakfast this morning about female pain being dismissed. Is this a common experience for women in Ireland?Andrea w...
Should people be allowed to work abroad for one month a year?
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Over in the UK, Scottish Civil Servants have been granted permission to work abroad for one month of the year. They can log in from anywhere for...
How I Live Well: Meditation
30 Jan 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 a great celebration' - Does St Patrick's Day make you proud to be Irish?
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Does St. Patrick’s Day make you proud to be Irish? Lord Mayor of Dublin Daithí de Róiste today launched the St. Patrick's Festival, wit...
Haulage company 'being hammered' by fines for illegal migrants found on board their trucks
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Barry Moore, Compliance Manager with BM Logistics joined Andrea on Lunchtime Live today to discuss the impact of migrants boarding trucks on his busin...
'It's out of kilter' - Concerns raised over unauthorised structures in rural cemeteries
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are graveyards across the country full of tombstones of all shapes and sizes. Some much larger than others.The larger ones, which are common for...
'It doesn't make sense to leave them idle' - Businessman left in limbo after building homes for staff without home bond
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Walsh runs local printing business Walsh Colour Print in Kerry. We spoke to him last year about houses that he had built for his staff.Tony joine...
Lunchtime Live's Big Batch: Air Fryer Pizza Bagels and Crunchy Chewy Rocky Road
29 Jan 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...
'Not enough being done' to prevent migrants entering trucks at European ports
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
An article in the Irish Daily Mail has revealed truckers around the country have been offered up to €25k to smuggle illegal migrants. Wexford T...
Ryanair buying houses for staff 'hugely problematic' - Hearne
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a bid to attract and obtain staff, Ryanair has purchased 25 of 28 new-builds in Swords. The airline will rent the rooms out to their staff. &n...
Handwriting: 'We have lost it to a certain extent'
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A study has shown that Handwriting is better for your brain than typing – but have we lost the art of handwriting? Andrea was joined by Liz Mag...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
26 Jan 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...
Ireland must stop ‘aiming at a formula’ to ensure Eurovision success
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Eurosong will be happening tonight on the Late Late Show tonight. Ireland haven’t exactly had much success at Eurovision lately – so what sho...
The Home Squad: Kitchen Renovations on a Budget
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Want to revamp your kitchen without spending a fortune? Architect Roisin Murphy and Hardware Expert Alan Grant joined Andrea with some tricks of ...
Tipperary man defying the odds after being left paralysed from an accident
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shaun Fogarty is an inspiration. After an accident left him completely paralysed from the neck down when he was just 19 years old, he has gone on to d...
'There's no going back now' - Tipperary granny skydiving to raise funds for Gaza
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A Tipperary Granny in her 70s is planning to skydive with her son this February to raise funds for Gaza. Mary and Mike McDonnell joined Andrea on...
'There should be more education' - Citizens' Assembly to publish final report on Drugs Use
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Citizens Assembly on Drug use are meeting right now, to recommend a 'decriminalised' version of our drugs laws. It would cover anyone caught with ...
Throwback Thursday: Ted Bundy executed, Pride and Prejudice published and 101 Dalmatians released
25 Jan 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...
'Epidemic' of self-diagnosis of mental health issues sweeping social media - Psychologist
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
An article in the Irish Times today suggests people are diagnosing themselves with mental health Issues. Is there a glorification of mental heal...
'It's a vicious circle' - Coping with 'problem drinking'
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A spokesperson for Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) has said they have seen an increase in people looking for support and more women are seeking support for ...
Fertility Q&A with Dr John Kennedy
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The existence of fertility treatments has given a lot of us the impression we can wait until we’re older to have children. A survey carried out...
Planning your own funeral: 'It's a lovely process'
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought about your own funeral – or told people what you’d like after you die? For more on this Andrea was joined by Brid McGow...
NTA announces new public transport costs: Is this the right move?
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The National Transport Authority today published their fares plan for 2024 – while 80% of fares remain unchanged, there will be reduced monthly tick...
Reasons to be Happy: Wicklow brothers complete World's Toughest Row and a possible return for 'Line of Duty'
24 Jan 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...
'I feel invisible' - Mother 'in burnout' pleas for support for her son
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We spoke to Gayle back in August. She got in touch after she was forced to miss her own mum’s funeral, when she couldn’t get respite care for...
Are cars getting too big for our roads?
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New cars in the EU and UK have grown 1cm wider every two years according to a new report – but are our roads able for them? Andrea was joined b...
How I Live Well: Hillwalking
23 Jan 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...
Access to Cash Bill: ‘Not everyone is going to want to use card’
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Access to Cash Bill is going to the cabinet today. The bill aims to ensure the use of cash in shops and pharmacies and stop the closure of ATMs.Sh...
Should there be a ban on cheap flights?
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Should we ban cheap flights to help the environment? With some airlines announcing winter sales, with flights as low as €13 – should this be ...
VFI declares interest in UNESCO protected status for the Irish Pub
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Should Irish pubs be given protected status? That’s a call from Una Mullaly in the Irish Times today, she thinks Irish pubs should be declared ...
Lunchtime Live's Big Batch: Lunch Box Recipes
22 Jan 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...
Storm Isha: 'Extensive damage' to businesses in West of Ireland
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Storm Isha battered the country last night leaving alot of damage to businesses and disruption to flights.Andrea was joined by Sinead Ryan, Newstalk p...
Ask Me Anything: Reality TV Star
19 Jan 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 just not fair' - Protest planned for Limerick Hospital due to overcrowding
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There will be a protest on Sunday in Limerick to highlight overcrowding in University Hospital Limerick. Andrea was joined by Brian and Marie on...
‘This is my family’ - Long-lost siblings reunited after being abandoned
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A fascinating story of three long lost siblings, adopted and grew up without knowing each other has taken another turn. In 2020, the two of the s...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
19 Jan 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...
Priest says funerals shouldn't be a ‘celebration of a person's life of crime'
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A balaclava, a cannabis joint along with a screwdriver and pliers were among the floral tributes at hitman Tristan Sherry's funeral this week. &n...
'I felt I didn't add any value to my family' - More listeners stories of coping with postnatal depression
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday we spoke to Aolish and Michelle about their experiences with postnatal depression. And it seemed to really strike a chord with a lot of peop...
Non-parents parking in a parent and child space 'so common'
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One listener got in touch with Lunchtime Live via a voicenote to complain about people without kids parking parent in and child car spaces.Andrea was...
Throwback Thursday: Bill Clinton affair, The Simpsons premiered and Wikipedia debuts online
18 Jan 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...
Minister Humphrey's comments regarding protesters 'a little bit unfair'
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Social Protection Minister Heather Humphreys has questioned how people can attend anti-migration demonstrations during the day while most others are a...
Home Energy Upgrades And Grants Q&A
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brian McIntyre from the SEAI joined Andrea to answer your questions around home energy upgrades...
Coping with Postnatal Depression: ‘I was consumed by these negative thoughts’
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
About one in eight women suffer from postnatal depression after giving birth, but it’s something that many people feel uncomfortable opening up abou...
Is there too much sex on TV?
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Actress Emma Stone has defended graphic sex scenes in Yorgos Lanthimos's (PRON: LAN – TEE – MOUSE) Oscar-tipped film Poor Things, saying the...
Reasons to be Happy: The Grand Stretch, Ayo Edebiri is Irish and Paul Mescal open to 'meeting someone in a bar'
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We have made a new year’s resolution on the show this year to look on the brighter side of life. Our new item Lunchtime Live's Reasons to...
'We have to put up with the noise' - Residents oppose pedestrianisation of Malahide street
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is the pedestrianization of our towns a good move? Plans to pedestrianization a street in Malahide look set to go ahead despite local oppos...
'We don't have the capacity in the town' - Locals continue protests at hotel in Roscrea
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There were clashes between Gardai protestors last night when over a dozen asylum seekers were moved into Racket Hall Hotel in Roscrea, Co Tipperary.&n...
The Most Overrated Holiday Destinations
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dubai has apparently been voted the most overrated place to visit. Overrated and overhyped apparently. What were your most overrated holiday destinati...
How I Live Well: Money
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Coming back after January, Andrea Gilligan is determined to make some changes and become that bit healthier! Over the next few weeks Andrea will ...
‘The eradication of my grandfather's legacy’ - Páirc Uí Chaoimh to be renamed SuperValu Páirc
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Could we soon be travelling to SuperValu Park for Cork’s intercounty games? A historic rights deal is set to see the famous Pairc Ui Chaoimh re...
Coping with a stillbirth: 'The silence was deafening'
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andrea Gilligan was joined on Lunchtime Live today by Nina and Mairie to discuss their experiences coping with a stillbirth...
Are Irish people are funnier than British people?
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Graham Norton says he thinks Irish people are funnier than our counterparts in the UK. He says he thinks your regular day-to-day Irish person is ...
Lunchtime Live's Big Batch: Creamy Leek and Potato Soup with Croutons and Tomato, Red Pepper and Butternut Squash Soup
15 Jan 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...
‘The war on drugs has failed’ - Calls for new approach for those caught with small amount of drugs
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Drugs Minister Hildegarde Naughton said that those caught with a small amount of drugs should not end up in the criminal justice system. Cannabis...
'I couldn't say my own name' - One listener's experience living with a stutter
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Martina, a listener got in touch because she wanted to talk about her experience growing up with a stutter...
Children 'as young as ten' using anti-ageing skincare products
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Children as young as 10 demanding anti-ageing products – according to dermatologists. Fears are that children are being heavily influenced by t...
Should we stop using the term 'openly gay'?
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Actor Andrew Scott has said in an interview this week that it is time to stop using the expression ‘openly gay’. Should we get rid of the ter...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
12 Jan 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...
Cap on commercial buildings 'needed' amid housing crisis - Hearne
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Could putting a cap on commercial buildings help tackle the housing crisis? An ERSI think-tank has suggested the construction industry woul...
Calls for Government to impose 'price caps' on baby formula
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Greece has introduced a cap on the cost of baby formula. A 7% profit cap on formula will take effect in March and follows a series of similar ini...
Energy Prices Q&A with Daragh Cassidy
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are cheaper energy prices on the way? Yuno has now joined SSE Airtricity and Pinergy in announcing two reductions in their tariffs in the past few mon...
Throwback Thursday: iPhone launches in Ireland, The Sopranos airs for first time and Mariah Carey at No.1
11 Jan 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...
Family waiting 'nearly 7 months' to move into home due to probate issue
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been hit by probate issues when buying or selling a house? Solicitors are warning that home sales are falling through because grants of ...
'It's a nightmare' - Dublin named the 2nd slowest city in the world
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dublin is now the second slowest city in the world for drivers. The average time to travel 10 kilmetres in Dublin is 29 minutes and 30 seco...
Reasons to be Happy: Waterford named in NYT 'Places to Visit' list, First Gay French PM and Spice Girls are back!
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We have made a new year’s resolution on the show this year to look on the brighter side of life. Our new item Lunchtime Live's Reasons to...
What are the benefits of taking vitamin D supplements?
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New advice out today says that children and adults should take Vitamin D supplements every day til mid-March. We hear so much about different sup...
'People are missing out' - 60 per cent of people have never attended a women’s sports event
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you attended a women’s sports event? Well if not, you’re not alone. New Research by LIDL and Red C show that almost 60% of Irish people ...
Seery-Kearney: Pope Francis' surrogacy comments are 'disrespectful'
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Pope Francis has called for a global ban on surrogacy, saying it’s "deplorable" and a grave violation of the dignity of the woman and the child.&nbs...
How should we market Ireland abroad?
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How should we market Ireland abroad? From the 10 year anniversary of the wild Atlantic way to Ireland being the home of Halloween -Tourism Irelan...
Closing off Dublin laneway to the public 'a sign of defeat'
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A Dublin city centre laneway that is known for drug use, violence and anti-social behaviour is being shut to the public. Dublin city councillors ...
How I Live Well: Sleep
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Coming back after January, Andrea Gilligan is determined to make some changes and become that bit healthier! Over the next few weeks Andrea will ...
Two-year-old needs major surgery ‘sooner rather than later’ for life threatening condition
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Two-year-old Joey from Tullamore has overcome more hurdles in his short life that many people encounter over 50 years. After being diagnosed with...
Ask the GP with Dr Nina Byrnes
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Nina Byrnes joined Andrea Gilligan to tackle your medical queries...
'Zero tolerance approach' needed for bullying within HSE
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A year ago we were contacted by Kate. Kate spoke to us about the issues she was having working in the HSE, which she said was rife with bullying. ...
Lunchtime Live's Big Batch: Seedy Soda Bread and Use Up Leftover Quiche
08 Jan 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 need to look at all ideas' - Should parks in Dublin be repurposed for housing?
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Would you like to see some land in parks in Dublin repurposed for housing? That is the suggestion from businessman Paschal Taggart who says that ...
Ask Me Anything: Fashion Model
08 Jan 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...
'Properly tailored to the right people, parole is an effective tool' - former prison Govenor
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
South African athlete Oscar Pistorius has been released from prison on parole, more than a decade after murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in in...
How your wages will change in 2024
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re feeling broke in January you’ll be glad to hear that there are some changes to wages and benefits that could make this year a little eas...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
05 Jan 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 pre...
'Portion control in Ireland is insane' - Are restaurant portion sizes too big?
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Agriculture Minister, Charlie McConalogue, has said restaurants and food outlets need to cut down on the amount of food they put on consumers’ plate...
IFA calls for 'stricter regulation' as supermarkets cut prices
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shops like Lidl and Aldi are set to slash their prices over the coming weeks. Aldi said prices had dropped across a range of its products, with t...