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‘Her life is on hold’ - Mother says her daughter feels ‘helpless’ battling her eating disorder
February 08, 2024 13:45 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBAnna, a listener, got in touch because of something her daughter is going through. Anna and Lynda Duffy, a therapist specialising in eating disorders and who has also overcome an eating disorder herself, joined Andrea on Lunchtime Live today...
Measles Q&A with Dr Nina Byrnes
February 08, 2024 13:15 - 10 minutes - 9.35 MBA man, aged in his 40s, died in a hospital in the Dublin and Midlands health region after contracting measles. He had recently travelled here from England. Andrea was joined by Dr Nina Byrnes to discuss why have they come back, and what should we be doing about it?
Throwback Thursday: Bob Marley born, Shergar kidnapped and Pinocchio premieres
February 08, 2024 13:07 - 8 minutes - 8.05 MBIt'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 on Lunchtime Live...
Number of pupils applying for Irish exemption 'has skyrocketed'
February 08, 2024 13:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBThere have been calls for Norma Foley to scrap the exemptions given for learning Irish. The Oireachtas Committee says that the number of exemptions is “harming” the Irish education system. Is it fair for those with learning difficulties such as dyslexia and anxiety to be forced to study Irish? Andrea was joined by Aindrias Moynihan, Fianna Fail TD, Barbara Ennis, Principal of Alexandra College in Dublin and others to discuss...
'A moral stand is important' - Should Basketball Ireland boycott their game against Israel?
February 07, 2024 13:55 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBThe 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 squad members due to the ongoing war with Gaza. Andrea was joined by Rebecca O’Keeffe, a former player, activist and author, Barry Lennon, Basketball Correspondent for the Irish Independent and more to discuss...
How to Avoid Interior Design Regrets
February 07, 2024 13:29 - 9 minutes - 8.55 MBMany 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 they opt to play it safe instead? To discuss the regrets people have made when designing their homes and how to ensure you are not one of those people, Andrea was joined by Creative Director of Ventura Design, Arlene McIntyre...
Reasons to be Happy: KSI visits Portlaoise, Galway girl's song goes viral and Flogas cuts energy prices
February 07, 2024 13:18 - 6 minutes - 6 MBLunchtime 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. Newstalk’s own Cathal O’Sullivan joined Andrea in studio to put a smile on your faces...
‘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
February 07, 2024 13:15 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBLast September, The Temple Street Children’s hospital came under fire after several children were affected by complications after their spinal surgeries. The long waiting lists have since increased. During this time Andrea spoke to Stephen Morrison, whose son Harvey, has Spina Bifida. They were just a few of the many affected by the long orthopaedic waiting lists. Today, Harvey's mum, Gillian Sherratt joined Andrea Gilligan on Lunchtime Live. Aaron and Edel are both parents in similar ...
'More innovation' needed from HSE to attract doctors amid GP shortages
February 06, 2024 13:30 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBHave you struggled to get a GP recently? A study by the Irish Independent shows that More than two out of three GPs in rural Ireland are not taking on new patients and some have waiting times of up to two weeks for an appointment. Andrea was joined by Gerry Loftus, leader of the Rural Ireland Organisation, Fianna Fáil Councillor Norma Moriarty and listeners to discuss...
Terry Prone: 'Everybody should have a facelift'
February 06, 2024 13:30 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBWriting in todays Irish Examiner, Terry Prone, Chairman of the Communications Clinic detailed her experience of going under the knife to as she says to ‘iron out the creases’ – but why has she done it? And what has people’s reactions been? Terry joined Andrea Gilligan on Lunchtime Live to discuss...
'A patriot in the true sense' - Ivan Yates and Nora Owen pay tribute to John Bruton
February 06, 2024 13:10 - 13 minutes - 12 MBFormer Taoiseach John Bruton has died. The 76-year-old Fine Gael politician died peacefully in the Mater Private Hospital in Dublin, surrounded by his family, after a long illness. John Bruton led Fine Gael from 1990 until 2001, and served as Taoiseach between December 1994 and June 1997 as head of the ‘rainbow coalition’ alongside Labour and Democratic Left. Andrea was joined by Ivan Yates, Broadcaster, Former TD and Minister for Agriculture and Nora Owen Former TD and Minister for ...
How I Live Well: Ice Baths
February 06, 2024 12:50 - 10 minutes - 9.27 MBThis 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 of different people to find out how they live well. Lukas Kinlock, owner of Cuan Ice Baths joined Andrea on Lunchtime Live today...
Early phone use for children ‘can significantly impact their brain development’
February 06, 2024 12:45 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBA 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. However many parents admitted to not feeling well-equipped to teach their kids how to stay safe online. Should there be more of an onus on parents to learn how to teach their children how to navigate their smartphones safely? Andrea was joined by Siobhan O’Neill-White, From Mams.ie, Ollwyn Moran, Neuro Developmental Therapist & Founder of COG...
Ask Me Anything: Former Jockey
February 02, 2024 14:30 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBEvery Friday, as part of our ‘Ask Me Anything’ series, we put your questions to people from interesting background or working in different jobs. Today on the show Andrea was joined by former jockey Jamie Codd on Lunchtime Live...
Should the morning-after pill be available over the counter?
February 02, 2024 13:58 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBDoctors in the UK are saying that women should be allowed buy the morning-after pill in supermarkets and petrol stations. They rection it’ll give them more control and that all barriers to emergency contraception should be removed. At the moment you need to have a consultation with a pharmacist in the UK, the same as here. Andrea was joined by GP Dr Máire Finn, Kathy Maher, Community Pharmacist from Haven Pharmacy in Duleek, Co Meath, Sheena Mitchell, Pharmacist in Milltown Total Healt...
Maintaining Your Adult Friendships After Kids
February 02, 2024 13:17 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBTanya Sweeney wrote in the Independent today about the transition to ‘mum friends’ after having children. She writes that her new friends have not seen her drunk or even after 7pm! Does friendship change after having children? Journalist Tanya Sweeney and other listeners joined Andrea to discuss...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
February 02, 2024 13:06 - 9 minutes - 8.49 MBEvery day we scour the newspapers but often, many great stories from the regional papers don’t make the headlines. Newstalk's Breakfast Briefing presenter Shane Beatty has rounded up some of the best stories that you might have missed...
Rugby is 'abusive to a child's brain' - Sports professor
February 02, 2024 13:03 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBDo 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 understand the huge risk of brain injury to their children. Is child abuse too strong a term? Andrea was joined by Professor Eric Anderson, Professor of Sport at the University of Winchester, Former Ireland and Leinster player Shane Byrne and Liam Morley Brereton, coach at St Bridget’s Boxing Club, Edenderry to discuss...
The Home Squad: Windows and Doors
February 01, 2024 14:03 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MBLooking for some new doors and windows without spending a fortune? Architect Roisin Murphy and Hardware Expert Alan Grant joined Andrea with some tricks of the trade to give you a fresh kitchen without the cost...
'Clear boundaries' around working from home will help reduce workplace anxiety
February 01, 2024 13:55 - 6 minutes - 6.01 MBWe’ve teamed up with Laya Healthcare to explore wellbeing in the workplace. Today Andrea was joined by Dr Siobahn Chidley, GP with Watermills Family Practice in Kildare. The Laya Healthcare Workplace Wellbeing Index, available at layahealthcare.ie/wellbeingindex. Keep your finger on the pulse.
Cocaine use in GAA 'out of control'
February 01, 2024 13:40 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBHow serious a problem is cocaine in GAA? Experts are claiming that the use of cocaine has “gone through the roof at club level” while dozens of inter-county players are being treated for drugs, alcohol and gambling issues. Is it an issue in your club? Are we doing enough to deal with it? Andrea was joined by GAA refereee Pat Byrne O'Connell, Shane Cassells, Fianna Fail Senator and others to discuss...
Minister has committed to proper 'oversight' of repsite system for family carers - Senator
February 01, 2024 13:25 - 8 minutes - 7.48 MBLast 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 more help for people like herself and her son. Fine Gael Senator Mary Seery Kearney spoke about Gayle's story in the Seanad yesterday and she joined Andrea on Lunchtime Live today... Image: Oireachtas TV
Legal expert explains law around bringing your non-EEA spouse to Ireland
February 01, 2024 13:05 - 8 minutes - 7.65 MBYesteray, 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 today by Albert Llussa, Partner and Head of Immigration and Human Rights at Daly Lynch Crowe & Morris Solicitors to explain Emma’s situation...
Throwback Thursday: James Joyce born, The first Oxford English Dictionary and Facebook launched
February 01, 2024 12:55 - 6 minutes - 5.71 MBIt'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 on Lunchtime Live...
Deposit return scheme will bring 'challenges for smaller suppliers'
February 01, 2024 12:45 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBThe 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. Will this scheme last or is it an inconvenience to shoppers and retailers? Andrea was joined by listeners and retailers to discuss...
‘It’s time for us to be put back together’ - Woman pleads for husband to be allowed enter Ireland
January 31, 2024 14:05 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBA 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 South Africa to see Emma and his children. Andrea chatted to Emma chatted to Emma today about her story...
'I don't let my children use screens' - Mum shamed for banning screentime
January 31, 2024 13:37 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MBDo you let your children use screens? Or have you ever been shaming for denying them screentime? Writing in the Irish Independent today, Emma Armstrong talks about how she is apparently making her kids ‘weird’ by not allowed them to use screen. Emma Armstrong and Siobhan O’Neill White from mams.ie joined Andrea on Lunchtime Live to discuss...
Defence Forces 'moving into the modern era' as members allowed to grow beards
January 31, 2024 13:21 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBFor the first time in the Irish Defence Forces’ history, soldiers will be allowed to have beards while on duty. It’s one of a few new dress code changes being brought in starting from tomorrow. But does it really matter what members of the Defence Forces look like? Andrea was joined by Kevin Byrne, Retired Lieutenant Colonel and others to discuss...
Reasons to be Happy: Adele announces European dates, Six Nations return and Castlebar is the best town for 'work-life balance'
January 31, 2024 12:50 - 9 minutes - 8.62 MBLunchtime 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. Newstalk’s own Cathal O’Sullivan joined Andrea in studio to put a smile on your faces...
The Pod Squad: Young Hot Guys
January 30, 2024 16:15 - 8 minutes - 7.78 MBWelcome 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 Elaine Burke to talk about the podcast Young Hot Guys... Image: Young Hot Guys
'If I was a man, I don't think I'd still be in pain' - Women’s experiences of pain dismissal
January 30, 2024 14:00 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBCiara Kelly spoke on Newstalk Breakfast this morning about female pain being dismissed. Is this a common experience for women in Ireland? Andrea was joined by listeners to discuss...
Should people be allowed to work abroad for one month a year?
January 30, 2024 13:22 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBOver 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 four months of the year considering there is a genuine reason to do so. Should we be more lenient with our hybrid working guidelines? Andrea was joined by Caroline Reidy, HR expert, from the HR Suite, Joanne Mangan from Grow Remote and more to discuss...
How I Live Well: Meditation
January 30, 2024 13:00 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBThis 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 of different people to find out how they live well. Adam Starr, Principal Teacher at Tara Kadampa Meditation Centre, Dublin joined Andrea on Lunchtime Live today to discuss hillwalking...
'It's a great celebration' - Does St Patrick's Day make you proud to be Irish?
January 30, 2024 12:42 - 15 minutes - 14 MBDoes St. Patrick’s Day make you proud to be Irish? Lord Mayor of Dublin Daithí de Róiste today launched the St. Patrick's Festival, with the theme announced as SPRÉACH’, or spark, representing the life force, the very essence of our being! Andrea Gilligan was joined by Ian O'Doherty, Columnist with the Irish Independent
Haulage company 'being hammered' by fines for illegal migrants found on board their trucks
January 29, 2024 15:00 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBBarry Moore, Compliance Manager with BM Logistics joined Andrea on Lunchtime Live today to discuss the impact of migrants boarding trucks on his business...
'It's out of kilter' - Concerns raised over unauthorised structures in rural cemeteries
January 29, 2024 13:43 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBThere 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 members of the travelling community, are apparently causing upset to some, saying it goes too far. Others are saying we need more respect for cultural differences when it comes to honouring our dead. Andrea was joined on Lunchtime Live by Cllr. Michael Connolly, Colm Kieran, Funeral Director, Martin Mahon, traveller rights activist and o...
'It doesn't make sense to leave them idle' - Businessman left in limbo after building homes for staff without home bond
January 29, 2024 13:25 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBTony 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 joined Andrea again on Lunchtime Live to give an update about the situation...
Lunchtime Live's Big Batch: Air Fryer Pizza Bagels and Crunchy Chewy Rocky Road
January 29, 2024 12:57 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBThis 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 Butler to keep you eating well. No more staring into an open fridge looking for inspiration! This week Andrea and Sarah looked at recipes for Air Fryer Pizza Bagels and Crunchy Chewy Rocky Road... Follow the hashtag #LLBigBatch for all our recipes.
'Not enough being done' to prevent migrants entering trucks at European ports
January 29, 2024 12:40 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MBAn article in the Irish Daily Mail has revealed truckers around the country have been offered up to €25k to smuggle illegal migrants. Wexford TD Verona Murphy has said it is up to the authorities where the ferries depart to tighten up on these gangs. Andrea was joined on Lunchtime Live by Verona Murphy, Ger Hyland President of the Irish Road Haulage Association and other truck drivers to discuss...
Ryanair buying houses for staff 'hugely problematic' - Hearne
January 26, 2024 13:32 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBIn 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. Andrea Gilligan was joined by Labour Party Councillor, James Humphreys, Rory Hearne, Associate Professor in Social Policy at NUI Maynooth and author of ‘Gaffs.. Why nobody can get a house’ and others to discuss...
Handwriting: 'We have lost it to a certain extent'
January 26, 2024 13:06 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBA 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 Maguire, a Dublin-based antiquarian, Vanessa Fox O'Loughlin from Writing.ie and others to discuss...
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
January 26, 2024 12:51 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBEvery day we scour the newspapers but often, many great stories from the regional papers don’t make the headlines. Newstalk's Breakfast Briefing presenter Shane Beatty has rounded up some of the best stories that you might have missed...
Ireland must stop ‘aiming at a formula’ to ensure Eurovision success
January 26, 2024 12:40 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBEurosong will be happening tonight on the Late Late Show tonight. Ireland haven’t exactly had much success at Eurovision lately – so what should we be doing differently? Andrea was joined by former Eurovision winner Charlie McGettigan, Keith Mills and Dermot Manning to discuss...
The Home Squad: Kitchen Renovations on a Budget
January 25, 2024 15:01 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBWant to revamp your kitchen without spending a fortune? Architect Roisin Murphy and Hardware Expert Alan Grant joined Andrea with some tricks of the trade to give you a fresh kitchen without the cost...
Tipperary man defying the odds after being left paralysed from an accident
January 25, 2024 15:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBShaun 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 defy the odds – learning to eat and talk again, as well as going back to college to earn a masters degree. Shaun joined Andrea on Lunchtime Live alongside his mother Gretta...
'There's no going back now' - Tipperary granny skydiving to raise funds for Gaza
January 25, 2024 13:55 - 5 minutes - 5.26 MBA 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 Lunchtime Live...
'There should be more education' - Citizens' Assembly to publish final report on Drugs Use
January 25, 2024 13:40 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBThe Citizens Assembly on Drug use are meeting right now, to recommend a 'decriminalised' version of our drugs laws. It would cover anyone caught with drugs for personal use. They believe the criminalisation of drug use has not worked. Andrea was joined by listeners to discuss...
Throwback Thursday: Ted Bundy executed, Pride and Prejudice published and 101 Dalmatians released
January 25, 2024 13:05 - 6 minutes - 5.88 MBIt'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 on Lunchtime Live...
'Epidemic' of self-diagnosis of mental health issues sweeping social media - Psychologist
January 25, 2024 12:54 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBAn article in the Irish Times today suggests people are diagnosing themselves with mental health Issues. Is there a glorification of mental health on social media? Andrea was joined by Jason O’Callaghan: Psychologist and others to discuss...
'It's a vicious circle' - Coping with 'problem drinking'
January 24, 2024 15:08 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBA spokesperson for Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) has said they have seen an increase in people looking for support and more women are seeking support for "problem drinking". Andrea was joined by listeners and Sheila Gilheaney, CEO at Alcohol Action Ireland to discuss...