The Lite Lunch
by LMFM
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God's Minister Man of the People - The Kevin Connolly Story
God's Minister Man of the People - The Kevin Connolly Story
About this podcast
Enjoy listening back to The Lite Lunch from LMFM Radio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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- God's Minister Man of the People - The Kevin Connolly Story · 52 minThis is the story of a priest Kevin Connolly, brilliant footballer and athlete from North Louth, who when assigned to the parish of St. Peter's in Drogheda, transformed the…
- Just Being Himself - Neil Delamere · 18 minGerry was in his element as comedian Neil Delamere dropped by for a chat ahead of his forthcoming tour "Neil's On Wheels". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
- Matthew's Epic Cycle Around Ireland · 18 minMatthew Stout regailed us with wonderful memories of his marathon cycle tour around Ireland on a bicycle in 1973, which he has captured brilliantly in his new book "Remote From…
- Sean's Serious Freak Accident · 10 minAn emotional John Reilly recalled the story of his son Sean's freak accident while training, which saw the boy go to retrieve a football only to sustain an horrific injury…
- Lite Lunch Thursday November 12th 2026 · 1 h 15 minAn emotional John Reilly recalled the story of his son Sean's freak accident while training, which saw the boy go to retrieve a football only to sustain an horrific injury…
- Aoife Has A Crow To Pick! · 17 minIn Wildlife Matters this month, Aoife McPartlin brings us into the world of the seven members of the Corvid family, who call Ireland home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
- Darryls Do Good Deed · 9 minHe's an in person and online transformation coach based in Navan, who has been so kind to an elderly neighbour and his dog! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
- Lite Lunch Wednesday November 11th 2026 · 1 h 23 minWe heard the story of Darryl Kelly's wonderful kindness to an elderly neighbour, influencer stylist Mandy Maher told us what she's looking for from the Best Dressed competition…
- Lite Lunch Monday November 9th 2026 · 1 h 12 minSarah Carey on why public sevants live a privileged existence, Bernard McEvoy's views about Drogheda United's relegation, Ciara Burke on how she's getting on after the fire at…
- Shaking Up The Routine with Alan Heary · 13 minAlan Heary offers lots of advice on how to shake things up and get up an going when you're in a rut! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- A Late Lunch with Johnny McEvoy · 37 minIn tribute to the great man who passed away in recent days, we return to March 2nd 2015 when Johnny McEvoy dropped into LMFM and joined Gerry Kelly on his Late Lunch Show, for a…
- Lite Lunch Tuesday November 10th 2026 · 1 h 31 minAhead of the Navan Racing Festival we paid a visit to the beautiful Bective Tearooms where we enjoyed a lovely afternoon with great guests! We heard from Navan Racecourse Manager…
- Lite Lunch, Friday November 6th, 2026 · 1 h 3 minOn today's show, Entertainment editor with the Irish Sun on Russell Brand, all the sport with David Sheehan, concerns on travel amid bomb scares and much more. Hosted on Acast…
- Ken Sweeney on Russell Brand · 10 minEntertainment editor with the Irish Sun, Ken Sweeney chats to Gerry Kelly on celebrity Russell Brand after his conviction of rape and sexual assault. Hosted on Acast. See…
- The Lite Lunch Thursday November 5th, 2026 · 1 h 20 minOn today's show, Garth Brooks is back! A life-long career for a local man, mid-term elections and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- The Anxious Generations with Shane Martin · 18 minAnxiety abounds everywhere at the moment for a variety of reasons. Psychologist Shane Martin is the voice of reason we all need to heed at this time. Hosted on Acast. See…
- Jim Delaney's Fifty Years at Smiths of Drogheda · 16 minOn November 1st Jim Delaney marked 50 years working at Smith's of Drogheda, Main Ford Dealers on the North Road in town. An incredidble feat, given that he has now worked with…
- Peter Aiken Brings Garth Brooks Back to Ireland · 10 minLegendary Promoter Peter Aiken has pulled off a major coup bringing Garth Brooks back to Ireland, where he'll play two concerts at five different venues across the country. Peter…
- Lite Lunch 4th November 2026 · 1 h 18 minOn today's show, the first bulk recycling machine in Meath, how a US author cried on learning her work was still alive in Meath, a Louth artist's breathtaking new mural, Hector…
- Pat Mullaney - Back from the Brink · 11 minThe ever popular former manager of Navan Shopping Centre Pat Mullaney tells us how he survived a recent major cardiac incident thanks to the speedy actions of his wife Christina…
- Lite Lunch Tuesday November 3rd 2026 · 1 h 20 minEleanor Meade told us how much the new deal with LIDL means to her family business. Hugh Tierney recalled the day he took his bubble car around Dundalk and his recent appearance…
- Lite Lunch Monday, 2nd November 2026 · 1 h 24 minOn today's show; tributes to athlete Ciara Mageean, how to joybomb, soups with Tara, Pat Mullaney hails his heroes for saving his life and much more. Hosted on Acast. See…
- Rick's October Picks · 16 minRick Cronje brought us his latest selection of wines from; France, Spain and Italy that are all available at O'Brien's Wines in Drogheda. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…
- Lite Lunch Friday October 30th 2026 · 1 h 13 minLegendary journalist and broadcaster Vincent Browne had a word with us about his biography of Charles Haughey. Dr Karen Ward talked about Meath being the home of Halloween. Rick…
- Antonia's Book Selections · 14 minAntonia Daly of the wonderful Antonia's Bookstore in Trim brings us her latest selection of recommended reads. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Maria Tackles Wardrobe Malfunctions · 17 minMaria Macklin from House of Colour knows what it takes to have a wholly functioning wardrobe which she advised about today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
- Identifying Young Men on Drogheda's Cenotaph · 17 minAhead of Commemorations of the Great War, historian Sean Collins joined us once more and on this occasion with an appeal to identify a number of young local men whose names are…
- Lite Lunch Thursday November 29th 2026 · 1 h 16 minMeath woman Eimear Killian who is the new President of the Restaurants Association of Ireland had a word, Blackrock native Conor Hughes from the Crosscause charity joined us from…
- Eoin Vents on Vapes · 11 minVape shop owner Eoin O'Boyle makes the case against the new legislation banning flavoured vapes, believes it will drive illegal sales under the counter and ultimately close his…
- A Late Autumn Stroll Through Rosie Maye's Garden · 28 minAs Autumn turns to Winter there's still so much to admire and enjoy in the garden at Mullaghdillon House! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Pat's Honda is Back Home · 9 minJames Kennedy of Kennedy Motorcyles in the heart of Drogheda is making room. He's retrieving old motorcycles from storage and putting them up online for sale. One bike, a Honda…
- Lite Lunch Wednesday November 28th 2026 · 1 h 14 minEoin O'Boyle, owner of OB Vape, believes the new legislation on flavored vapes will not achieve its aims and create more problems than solutions. Folklorist Michael Fortune was…
- Lite Lunch Tuesday October 27th 2026 · 1 h 28 minBalbriggan publican Brandon Dempsey is giving all profits this year from the business to local charities and clubs, Motorcycle Shop owner James Kennedy has reunited Pat Fearon…
- Perimenopause with Rachel Graham · 22 minAs her highly acclaimed book "Nourish for Menopause" comes out in paperback , Menopause Educator Rachel Graham joined us today to advise and discuss Perimenopause. Hosted on…
- Lite Lunch Friday October 23, 2026 · 52 minOn today's show, the talents of the Mornington Vocal Academy, Paddy Comyn on motoring, David Sheehan on sport and a new robot window cleaner Hosted on Acast. See…
- Lite Lunch, Thursday, 22nd October, 2026 · 1 h 17 minOn today's show, the man who climbed Everest, the junior Eurovision song, the cans and bottle thief and so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Derek Mahon - The Man Who Conquered Everest · 19 minWhat an incredible man is Derek Mahon! Derek has climbed to the highest peaks on each of the world's seven continents, including Mount Everest, which he describes in fascinating…
- Lite Lunch, Wednesday October 21st, 2026 · 1 h 18 minOn today's show, where to go for Hallowe'en break, Ivan Yates on his new book, Sr Ann and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Annette Fitzpatrick's Wedding Dress Story · 6 minThe talk was all about Wedding Dresses on Lite Lunch today when Annette Fitzpatrick from Slane joined in the conversation, told us about her dress and how it has had several…
- Lite Lunch Tuesday 20th October, 2026 · 1 h 13 minOn today's show, the black wedding dress and how many of you have held on to your wedding dress. Breast cancer awareness, drug intimidation and much more. Hosted on Acast. See…
- Breast Cancer Awareness · 20 minNicola Hunt, a breast cancer survivor and new fundraising manager for the Gary Kelly Cancer Support Centre, told us her story and Antonia Fleeton Counsellor & Psychotherapist…
- Lite Lunch, Monday October 19th, 2026 · 1 h 15 minOn today's show, a former hunger striker talks about his new book, shutting up shop, Athboy Celtic face losing thousands as construction company goes into liquidation and much…
- Financial Collapse of Developer Hits Athboy Celtic Hard · 11 minAthboy Celtic's Chairman Bernard O'Byrne, acknowledged the loss of a hard-raised €150K is a major setback to the club, but promises that their new development will happen. Hosted…
- Can We Do It? Yes We Can with Alan Heary! · 18 minAlan Heary has spent years working with individuals, sports people, business owners and employees, helping them to set and achieve their goals. How to develop winning habits, and…
- The History of Black Pudding · 11 minGerry really enjoyed his chat with Kate Ryan about her fascinating new book, which looks at the history amd madern day use of animal blood in food, especially our beloved black…
- Lite Lunch Friday, October 16th, 2026 · 1 h 13 minOn today's show we talked ahead of the Louth and Meath senior GAA finals this weekend, local sayings, comedy, TV theme and nitorous oxide cans dumped across Meath! Hosted on…
- The History of Saint Laurence Gate · 14 min"It's the finest example of a Barbican in these islands" says historian Sean Collins, as he took us through the history of Drogheda's only remaining town gate, where once there…
- Wildlife Matters - The Grey Seal · 16 minWith pupping season in full flight, Aoife McPartlin took us through the wholly interesting life and times of our Grey Seals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…
- The Expectation by Andrew O'Connor · 18 minThe Master of Historical Fiction brings us another intriguing tale from a time when the lives of so many were in turmoil during the Great Famine. Hosted on Acast. See…
- The Lite Lunch, Thursday October 15th 2026 · 1 h 17 minOn today's show, more on the dual players ahead of the Meath championships camoige and LGFA matches, bingo is back and it's over to Drogheda Credit Union Hosted on Acast. See…
