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Episodes
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- Ask Me Anything: Antiques Expert · 13 minFor this week’s Ask Me Anything, Niall Mullen, Antiques Expert and Art Dealer joins Andrea to answer any of your questions about the world of antiques!
- New documentary highlights babies born on the roadside · 14 minThere were more than 54,000 births in Ireland last year, with the vast majority of those born in a hospital setting, but for some, they can’t make it to the hospital in time……
- Should school teaching focus more on nature and biodiversity? · 10 minThe Government has launched a 'COP for schools' scheme as education leaders pledge to bring nature back to school grounds. Modelled on the pledges made by UN countries, the…
- Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty · 11 minBreakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joined Andrea with a roundup of some of the stories from across the country this week.
- Why is Revolut being used for scams? - Listener experience · 14 minAndrea has heard from Christine and from Pamela about their experiences being scammed out of money from their Revolut accounts... Today, listener Caroline joins to share her own…
- Should greyhound racing be allowed to continue? · 18 minAn Oireachtas budget office report has highlighted the financial struggles of greyhound racing. The industry has been given over €20 million of taxpayer money in the 2027 budget…
- The Home Squad: External Doors · 9 minThis week, The Home Squad returns here to chat about external doors! Joining Andrea to discuss is Jenny Sheehan, Co-Host of ‘Rip it up: The Renovations Podcast’ (@workerscottage…
- Living with autism after a late diagnosis · 10 minA new documentary about neurodivergence will air later this evening. One of those featured is Saraid Greene, who was diagnosed with autism at 16 years of age, meaning up until…
- How big of a problem is trespassing on farms? · 19 minHow big of a problem is trespassing for farmers? When people go onto their land with dogs, how much damage could occur from that? Joining Andrea to discuss this is Denis Drennan…
- €5,000 lost in Revolut scam - listener experience · 10 minYesterday on the show, Andrea was joined by a listener to hear how she was scammed out of €1,100. Another listener got in touch, and joins Andrea to discuss her story of being…
- The Making of Blondie! · 10 minWe're doing a deep dive on some of our favourite albums to explore the stories behind them. What did the artists really think of each other? Where did the inspirations from the…
- Is Dublin safer than ever right now? · 20 minWith the EU Presidency summit ongoing this week, the presence of Gardaí in Dublin can be felt now more than ever. Do you feel safer than you have in the past in the city, and…
- New rule changes for underage GAA - are they welcome? · 10 minTalks are ongoing to modify underage GAA games to make them more player friendly. The changes are aimed to retain players between ages of 13 to 17, and include playing…
- Reasons to be Happy: Christmas Sambos, Boreen, You’ve Got Mail · 8 minLunchtime 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 Cathal O’Sullivan joined…
- Black Friday scams - listener experience · 21 minListener Christine got in touch with the show about her experience of being scammed around Black Friday, and now she is out €1,100… She joins Andrea to discuss what happened.
- Making Babies: Contraceptive Coil · 11 minEvery Wednesday afternoon, we’ll be talking Making Babies. Andrea will be joined by Professor Shane Higgins, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at the National Maternity…
- Hairdressing courses for underprivileged youths - Hair Together · 10 minSince opening her salon in Ballymun in February, Eileen McHugh, Founder of Hair Together, has increased the hair training courses she offers by threefold. These courses help…
- School bomb threats - what has happened today? · 21 minSchools across Ireland have been emailed bomb threats, continuing the streak of disruptions after similar threats were sent to airports and media outlets. Joining Andrea to…
- Ask the Expert: Auctioneer · 8 minFor this week’s Ask the Expert, Andrea is joined by Ray Cooke from Ray Cooke Auctioneers to answer any of your property questions!
- What is your budget for Christmas gifts? · 10 minWhat's your budget for presents? Whether you're in a new relationship or together for years, in a partnership presents matter, and Christmas can put a spotlight on that…
- Public sector pay deal - will we see another strike? · 18 minPublic sector pay deal talks are to resume at the Workplace Relations Committee today. Though a pay increase offer of 10.5% is on the table, it is believed that Thursday's public…
- My Lovely Horse Rescue issue appeal after animal theft · 10 minLast night, My Lovely Horse Rescue had a pony and three dogs stolen from them… This is the third incident in recent months, following a break in to their charity shop last week…
- Don’t Miss: Nocturne, Niall Horan, Katherine Ryan · 12 minKatie Gallagher, Spin News Anchor, has her finger on the pulse for what’s happening and she joins Andrea with the things you don’t want to miss this week! Image: Apple TV
- Russell Brand Sentencing Judge comments - what are your thoughts? · 17 minThe Sentencing Judge in Russell Brand’s trial said that the disgraced comedian had an “arrogant disregard for a woman’s right to say no”. Mr Justice Bennathan said Brand believed…
- Ask the Medic with Dr Niall Breen · 9 minIt’s time for Ask the Medic! Where an expert joins to answer any of your health-related questions. This week, Andrea is joined by Dr Niall Breen from the Portmarnock GP Clinic to…
- TU Dublin student on graduating while homeless · 21 minKatie Wallace has recently graduated from TU Dublin after her and her family falling victim to homelessness, and spending the majority of her college experience living in BnB's…
- Simon Harris dole comments - is he going too far? · 30 minOver the weekend, Tánaiste and Minister for Finance Simon Harris announced that penalties would come in for those who treat the dole “as a way of life”. He stated that at a time…
- The contraceptive coil and pain relief - how important is it? · 11 minLast week on the show, Andrea spoke with Senator Teresa Costello about the pain women experience due to getting the coil fitted, and calls for greater access to pain relief with…
- Buying a Home: Moving House · 8 minBuying a home involves lots of steps, and even after the bidding and going sale agreed, the property will need to be surveyed… And, once you do secure a home, how do you properly…
- Ask Me Anything: Security Analyst · 14 minFor this week’s Ask Me Anything, Security Analyst, former Garda Sergeant and Co-Founder and CEO of Kowroo, Sheelagh Brady, joins Andrea to answer any of your questions about the…
- What are the best duets of all time? · 9 minElton John has teamed up with CMAT for a new version of his festive hit single ‘Step Into Christmas’. But what are some of the best duets of all time? Joining Andrea to discuss…
- Calls made for pain relief for women who have contraceptive coil fitted · 16 minhere have been calls for pain relief to be offered to women who have the contraceptive coil fitted, saying women should not have to suffer unnecessarily to access contraception…
- Why are we obsessed with fake tan? · 9 minDo you love your fake tan? We tend to lather on a layer, but now stylist and entrepreneur Trinny Woodall has said that it's time to give it up! She joins Andrea to discuss, along…
- Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty · 11 minBreakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joined Andrea with a roundup of some of the stories from across the country this week.
- Dealing with disabilities on public transport - listener experiences · 19 minAndrea’s guest Jess yesterday had an unpleasant experience on her commute. Jess is visually impaired and suffers from endometriosis… She joins Andrea to discuss, as well as Paddy…
- The Home Squad: Doors 101 · 9 minHow much do doors contribute to the look of your home? Are they overlooked? This week, The Home Squad are here to chat about doors and everything you should know about them!…
- Travelling for endometriosis treatment - Ciara Daly’s experience · 8 minLast week on the show, Andrea spoke to Cheryl Rock about her experience travelling to Mexico for endometriosis treatment. Today, Andrea is joined by Ciara Daly, who has recently…
- Will empty shop front proposals help your town? · 20 minA plan to revive town centres by turning empty shopfronts into new local businesses is being proposed by Minister of State for Retail, Alan Dillon. Would this be helpful in your…
- Have you ever been injured because of a cracked footpath? · 7 minFollowing on from yesterday’s discussion on the impact of broken and cracked footpaths, Andrea is joined by listener Aisling to discuss the incidents she and her mother have both…
- The Making of Placebo! · 10 minWe're doing a deep dive on some of our favourite albums to explore the stories behind them. What did the artists really think of each other? Where did the inspirations from the…
- Garth Brooks announces 10 Ireland shows - will you be going? · 11 minCountry singer Garth Brooks has announced that he will be playing 10 shows in Ireland next year across Cork, Belfast, Kilkenny, Limerick and Galway. Are you a fan, are you…
- Bomb threats continue for flights - what is the protocol? · 10 minAn Aer Lingus flight from Dublin to Rome was diverted this morning after a bomb threat, landing in Paris with a military fighter jet escort… This is the second day of bomb…
- Should there be a two drink limit in airports? · 8 minRyanair boss Michael O'Leary has called for a two drink limit to be implemented in airports. Have you had alcohol interfere with your flying experience, and should the sky no…
- Reasons to be Happy: Best Burgers, Surprise Wedding, The SQuarium · 10 minLunchtime 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 Cathal O’Sullivan joined…
- Private security to patrol Dublin City Centre - do we need it? · 16 minPlans have been announced to hire private security operatives to patrol Dublin City Centre. The move follows controversy last month over whether pension collections at the GPO…
- Making Babies: Ultrasounds · 9 minEvery Wednesday afternoon, we’ll be talking Making Babies. Andrea will be joined by Professor Shane Higgins, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at the National Maternity…
- How bad are the footpaths in your area? · 12 minAre the footpaths in your local area in dire need of some upkeep? Are they cracked and full of opportunities to trip and injure yourself? Joining Andrea to discuss the state of…
- Are electric cars still worth it? · 19 minElectric cars are now more expensive to refuel than petrol or diesel at public chargers after ESB price hike. Those without home-charging facilities now stand to pay up to €1,500…
- Ask the Expert: Dublin Airport Tips · 11 minFor this week’s Ask the Expert, Andrea is joined by Graeme McQueen, Media Relations Manager with the DAA, to answer any of your questions about Dublin Airport!
- Living with chronic pain - Marcella Moroney’s experience · 15 minAndrea’s guest, Marcella Moroney, lives with chronic pain everyday. She was diagnosed in the past year with Sero Negative Rheumatoid Arthritis, and joins to share her story…
