Lunchtime Live
Episodes
What is the cost of commuting?
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Traffic congestion. Those long lines of brake lights, the endless stop-and-go, the clock ticking past your morning meeting time… we’ve all been th...
Ask Me Anything: Water Cremation
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For this week’s Ask Me Anything, Elizabeth Oakes, Founder of Pure Reflections, joins Andrea to answer any of your questions around water cremation.
Why are we obsessed with nicknames?
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We all have them, we all use them, and some of us would rather forget them: nicknames! From childhood tags that never seem to die, to the affectionate...
Would you be offended if an Irish person wore a poppy?
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
November is Remembrance Month in the UK. In honour of this, celebrities, football teams and people around the world wear a red poppy to remember soldi...
Should junk food be at eye-level for children?
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mick Kelly of Grow It Yourself shared a story on his instagram page of his local newsagent, following an impressive revamp. But, with the new and impr...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea Gilligan with plenty of stories from around the country this week!
Should we have a fast fashion levy?
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Two MEPs have condemned the sale of childlike sex dolls on fast fashion retailer Shein. Both Barry Andrews and Regina Doherty are shocked with what th...
The Home Squad: Wall Finishes
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, the Home Squad are in Cork to discuss wall finishes, and how you can get them just right!Joining Andrea to discuss is Ger Cooney from Ger C...
How to avoid online scams around Black Friday
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Black Friday is coming up this month, which for those online shoppers amongst you, could be a time to start burning up the debit card.But, there are u...
Would you travel abroad for endometriosis treatment?
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Endometriosis procedures in Ireland can have long waiting lists, which might make you want to look abroad for treatment…Sinead O’Neill did exactly...
The Making of Bon Jovi’s ‘Slippery When Wet’
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve decided to do a deep dive on some of our favourite albums to explore the stories behind them.What did the artists really think of each other? ...
Would you clone your pet?
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, the internet’s buzzing after NFL legend Tom Brady revealed he’s cloned his dog. It’s sparked a big question: if you could bring your ...
Reasons to be Happy: President’s Dogs, Jonathan Bailey, Horse Therapy
05 Nov 2025
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.98FM’s...
Do we live in an age without privacy?
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From CCTV to location services on the apps we use and even livestreaming cameras at self-service checkouts, we constantly have eyes on us.But, how saf...
Making Babies: Weight and Age
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every Wednesday afternoon, we’ll be talking Making Babies.Andrea will be joined by Professor Shane Higgins, Master of the National Maternity Hospita...
What makes a gentleman?
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’re asking: what truly makes a gentleman? Is it about style, manners, or the way we treat others? How has the idea of a gentleman evolved, ...
Should we decriminalise drugs?
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a bid to tackle the war against drugs in Ireland, The Labour Party will today call for a health-led drugs policy and decriminalization of people wh...
Ask the Expert: Podiatrist
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For this week’s Ask the Expert, Andrea is joined by Podiatrist Niall Donohoe to answer all of your podiatry-related questions!
Who is behind the Jet2Holiday meme?
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’ve got the creator behind one of TikTok’s biggest trends: the Jet2Holiday craze. He’s taken social media by storm with his creativity ...
Are we seeing the Americanisation of children?
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nowadays, kids spend a lot of time consuming content online, one of the most popular platforms for this is YouTube, but they mostly watch American con...
Should more artists do exclusive gigs?
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ed Sheeran did a secret gig to Irish mega fans last night – were you there?Organised by Spotify, his highest Irish streamers were sent links to regi...
How I Live Well: Hot Yoga
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's How I live well time! Where someone joins to discuss what they do to improve their life...This week Andrea is joined by Aoife Lacey, Hot Yoga Tea...
Have you been affected by ghost buses?
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We were contacted by one of our listeners, Cathy, who says the number 70 bus from Clonee didn’t show up on three occasions last week.She’s so fed ...
Ask the GP with Dr Nina Byrnes
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Nina Byrnes, GP at Generation Health Medical Clinic joined Andrea Gilligan to tackle your medical queries…
Are women buying more supercars?
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When you think of luxury cars, do you think of people like James Bond? Or Lewis Hamilton?Do you ever think of women?Well apparently, women are becomin...
DJ Carey sentenced to 5 years for fraud
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Former Kilkenny hurler and nine-time All-Star Award winner DJ Carey has been sentenced to 5 years in jail for defrauding a number of people by falsely...
Should character references be included in sexual assault trials?
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dublin firefighter Terence Crosbie has lodged an appeal against his conviction for raping a woman while in Boston for the St Patrick’s Day celebrati...
Do you get a thank you from your boss?
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you expect a thank you from your boss? Or is your pay check enough?A fifth of workers surveyed say they’ve never been thanked and over half say t...
The Pod Squad: Jane Austen Stories
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Pod Squad!We review podcasts every week so you always have something new to listen to.Laura Mullet Journalist and Stylist and Tom Dougl...
Should there be a frequent flyer levy?
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A new report from environmental law and policy group Opportunity Green has said that The Government should scrap Irish aviation’s “free pass” on...
Ask Me Anything: Meteorologist
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For this week’s Ask Me Anything, former Meteorologist Evelyn Cusack joins Andrea to answer any of your weather-related questions!
Are the vape price hikes too much?
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
By this time tomorrow, a €5 bottle of e-liquid will cost over €10 thanks to a tax that was introduced as part of last year's budget…A flat rate ...
Are women treated worse than men in the GAA?
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You may have been listening to our piece about the Kildare Ladies Camogie and Football Finals on Wednesday.It got such a huge response, that we decide...
How successful has Halloween been for Irish business?
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tourism Ireland has been marketing Ireland around the world as the ‘Home of Halloween’, and it seems like it’s been a pretty big success: it's g...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea Gilligan with plenty of stories from around the country this week!
Why do car insurance prices keep rising?
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New figures from The Central Bank of Ireland have shown that motor insurance premiums rose by an average of 9% to €623 last year.Despite a drop-off ...
The Home Squad: Common Interior Mistakes
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When you make changes to your home’s interior, there are some mistakes you can make that even a professional can fall into.This week, the Home Squad...
Should more support be given to parents with children in hospitals?
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Parents who have children in hospital have enough worries to deal with than to think of what they should have for lunch. With catering in hospitals, s...
Irish family in Jamaica on Hurricane Melissa destruction
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hurricane Melissa has been called the “storm of the century”.It’s one of the most powerful in Atlantic history, and has left a path of destructi...
Would you give up your seat to someone on public transport?
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Would you give your seat to the disabled or elderly on public transport? Newstalk Reporter Kyle Butler noticed some worrying behaviour after he moved ...
The Making of Westlife!
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve decided to do a deep dive on some of our favourite albums to explore the stories behind them.What did the artists really think of each other? ...
What should be done to bring workers back from Australia?
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nearly €450,000 was spent on an ad campaign to entice Irish builders to come home. Ads were posted on billboards and on social media with tag lines ...
Can scary movies soothe anxiety?
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As Halloween week creeps in, many people are getting into the spirit by settling in for a good scare with their favorite horror movies. For some, that...
Reasons to be Happy: Guaranteed Laughs, Fred Again, Lord of the Rings
29 Oct 2025
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.98FM’s...
Lights switched off early after Ladies’ County Finals in Kildare
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kildare Freelance Photographer Aisling Hyland posted on Instagram in recent days to voice her disgust over the lights being switched off at both Camog...
Making Babies: Listener Questions
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every Wednesday afternoon, we’ll be talking Making Babies.Andrea will be joined by Professor Shane Higgins, Master of the National Maternity Hospita...
Making Halloween healthy for kids!
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With Halloween week well underway, many parents and children are decorating their homes and prepping their costumes to take to the streets on Friday n...
Carer ordered to pay €22k back to state - why?
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Noel is the primary carer for his father. After becoming his father’s carer, he had to reduce the amount of hours that he works so he can spend time...
Ask the Expert: Health Insurance
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For this week’s Ask the Expert, Anna Daly is joined by Dermot Wells, Head of Health & General Insurance at Cornmarket and Health Insurance Broke...
Drag Queens attacked in Cork - their experience
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You may have heard this shocking story over the weekend, as well as the video that accompanied it.It shows two Drag Queens recording a video during Co...
Why are gigs in Ireland so expensive?
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we're diving into the world of live music and concert-going, and asking you: How much would you be willing to pay to watch your favourite band?...
Should you let your dog sleep in the bed?
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
According to a recent survey 1 in 3 people allow their dog to sleep in their bed.Many people say it's great company, it's great for the cuddles and, a...
How I Live Well: Book Clubs
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's How I live well time! Where someone joins to discuss what they do to improve their life...This week Andrea is joined by Sandra Lewis, Librarian w...
Do we have a responsibility on how we deal with suicide?
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When a loved one passes away by suicide, it is often hard to grieve. Knowing what to say and how to process one's emotions can be challenging. Many ti...
Ask Me Anything: Choir Conductor
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For this week’s Ask Me Anything, Conductor and Composer Michael T Dawson, joins Andrea to answer any of your conducting questions!
What to do with your pension near retirement
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For the last two days, Lunchtime Live has been focusing on pensions – all you need to know from the very beginning to retirement.Today, Andrea is jo...
Do we need more e-scooter regulation?
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Irish doctors have called for “prioritisation” of further e-scooter regulations after a new study found there was a year-on-year increase in injur...
Taking on the Dublin Marathon for the first time!
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are less than 48 hours away from runners taking to the start line for the 2025 Dublin Marathon.For many, it will be their first time running in the...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From a lack of Holy Water to a gigantic Limerick pumpkin, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea Gilligan with plenty of stories from ...
Should you know how much a colleague earns?
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A new EU pay directive, set to come in next June, would see greater transparency on job listings, aim to help reduce the gender pay gap and allow empl...
The Home Squad: Small Interior Changes
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When you want to make changes to your home, there are some small things you can do that you may not realise can make a big difference!Well, the Home S...
Managing your pension in the middle of your career
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When pensions were covered on the show, there were huge reactions from listeners - showing that the demand is there to know more about saving for your...
Should kids play with toy guns?
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Parents up and down the country might be starting to pick up the odd thing for their little ones ahead of Christmas.But, should you reconsider buying ...
What can be done to stop more riots in Citywest?
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Citywest and Saggart were hit with more riots last night as protesters took to the streets to express their frustration surrounding Citywest Hotel hou...
Have restaurants become too similar?
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a difficult time to keep a restaurant afloat, leading to menus that are playing it too safe and a feeling that no matter where you go, you’re...
The Making of Radiohead’s ‘OK Computer’
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve decided to do a deep dive on some of our favourite albums to explore the stories behind them.What did the artists really think of each other? ...
Getting started with your pension
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When pensions were covered on the show, there were huge reactions from listeners - showing that the demand is there to know more about saving for your...
Reasons to be Happy: Tipperary, West Life, Hocus Pocus 3
22 Oct 2025
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.98FM’s...
What is your reaction to the Citywest riots?
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After an attack on a young girl occurred in Citywest on Monday evening, protesters took to the streets to express their feelings. It comes after the C...
Making Babies: Cervical Smears
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every Wednesday afternoon, we’ll be talking Making Babies.Andrea will be joined by Professor Shane Higgins, Master of the National Maternity Hospita...
Does nobody write cards anymore?
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's digital age, where our lives seem glued to our phones, you might question the relevance of sending greeting cards.But, do they still hold a...
Ask the Expert: Home insurance
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For this week’s Ask the Expert, Andrea is joined by Managing Director of Insuremyhouse.ie, Jonathan Hehir, to answer all your house insurance questi...
Do you still grieve for your past relationships?
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
S Club Seven star Rachel Stevens has opened up about ‘still grieving’ her marriage, three years after the divorce. Andrea was joined by liste...
Has Halloween become too wasteful?
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Andrea was joined by Meghann Scully, Presenter of Newstalk's 28 Ways to Save the World, and by listeners to discuss whether Halloween has become too w...
It's Brain Tumour Awareness week
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Andrea was joined by Valerie Martin,Sharon Maguire and Dr. John Caird to discuss the importance of knowing the signs of Brain tumours.
How I live Well: Creative Writing
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's How I live well time! Where someone joins to discuss what they do to improve their life... This week Andrea is joined by Louise Melinn, project ...
Should STEM subjects be compulsory in Schools?
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Andrea was joined by listeners who gave their say on whether STEM subjects should be Compulsory in Schools.
Ask the GP with Dr Nina Byrnes
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Nina Byrnes, GP at Generation Health Medical Clinic joined Andrea Gilligan to tackle your medical queries…
Has running become performative?
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Running has seen a boom in popularity recently, as people have taken it up not only for its health benefits, but for the social element as well.Many r...
Should we have a Domestic Violence Register?
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tomorrow, Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan is to seek Cabinet approval for a Domestic Violence Register to be established.‘Jennie’s Law’ w...
What do you think of the new endometriosis care plan?
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Health Department announced their long-awaited three-year plan for the treatment of endometriosis over the weekend.For those who don’t know, end...
The Pod Squad: Elis James and John Robins
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Pod Squad!We review podcasts every week so you always have something new to listen to.Host of the ‘What’s Trending in F1?’ podcas...
Should planning laws be relaxed in a housing crisis?
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many aspiring homeowners have been facing multiple challenges. The lack of housing and high costs have left people with no other choice but to look fo...
Ask Me Anything: Croke Park Pitch Manager
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For this week’s Ask Me Anything, Pitch Manager of Croke Park, Stuart Wilson, joins Andrea to answer any of your pitch managing questions!
Shane Filan talks Westlife’s 25th anniversary tour!
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In some very positive news to bring us into the weekend, Westlife have announced they will be touring across Ireland next year to celebrate the band’...
Does Ireland really have the best work-life balance in Europe?
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ireland ranks as the best country in Europe for ‘work-life balance’.Ireland tops the European index for the second year, thanks to its generous mi...
What do you want to see from a HSE endometriosis plan?
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A new plan for the treatment of endometriosis in Ireland is set to be announced over the weekend by the HSE.As it’s been discussed before on this sh...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From broken ankles to safe family places, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea Gilligan with plenty of stories from around the count...
Are we strict enough on children’s screen use?
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A third of children say that they can use screens “whenever they want”. This comes after new research carried out by CyberSafeKids asked children ...
The Home Squad: Rugs and Flooring
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You have to start somewhere, and when you’re thinking about doing the floor in your home, what is the right way to go about it?Well, the Home Squad ...
Top Christmas budgeting tips!
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re only in October, but if you think about it, Christmas is only 10 weeks away! And with Christmas comes the Christmas expenses…To get ahead of...
Do we need better dental care for children?
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
HSE Dental Surgeons will head to Kilkenny today to voice their concerns over Government proposals to divert children's dental care to private clinics....
Emma Fogarty on her new book and life with ‘butterfly skin’
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Emma Fogarty is the oldest living Irish person born with Epidermolysis Bullosa: an extremely rare and painful disease.When she was born, she wasn't ex...
The Making of Christy Moore’s ‘Ride On’
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve decided to do a deep dive on some of our favourite albums to explore the stories behind them.What did the artists really think of each other? ...
Should Daylight Savings be scrapped?
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The EU is pushing to scrap seasonal clock changes, risking the creation of a “time border” between Northern Ireland and Ireland.If it does become ...
Man completes Chicago Marathon after double lung and kidney transplant!
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
David Crosby has been through a lot. He has had a double lung and kidney transplant, fought skin cancer, and was placed in a coma from complications a...
Should we have officially-run bonfires?
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Should bonfires be left in the past, or do they just need better regulation? While there are obvious health and safety concerns associated with them, ...
Reasons to be Happy: Beating Baldness, Irish Bar Success, Big Disco
15 Oct 2025
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.98FM’s...
How has social media impacted the Presidential election?
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are just 9 days out from the Presidential election. For many young people around the country, it’ll be the first Presidential election they have ...
Making Babies: Listener Questions
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every Wednesday afternoon, we’ll be talking Making Babies.Andrea will be joined by Professor Shane Higgins, Master of the National Maternity Hospita...