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  • August 20 · 10 min

    Mark Zuckerberg buys Waterford castle - why?

    Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg has bought Strancally Castle in County Waterford, but is there a big castle market in Ireland? And what is the history of the castle? Joining Clare McKenna to discuss is Willie Fraher, Curator of Waterford County Museum and David Byrne, Managing Director of Lisney Sotheby International Realty.

  • August 20 · 17 min

    Dealing with knowing you can’t have children

    Wanting children, but not being lucky enough to have them, is unfortunately an issue that affects many couples… Life Coach Mark Fennell recently spoke very honestly about his and his wife’s experience. He joins Clare McKenna to discuss.

  • August 20 · 8 min

    How important is financial literacy?

    Do you know the basics when it comes to finances? From mortgages to interest rates and rainy day funds, the CCPC have announced that new lessons on financial literacy will be available for teens... Joining guest host Clare McKenna to discuss this is Kel Galavan AKA Mrs Money Smart, Financial Educator and TJ Hegarty, Founder of online maths school Breakthrough Maths.

  • August 20 · 12 min

    The Making of Kneecap!

    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? Where did the inspirations from the songs come from? Joining guest host Clare McKenna to discuss is Alan Buckley from the Irish Rock ‘N’ Roll Museum Experience, who’s going to talk through the life and work of Kneecap!

  • August 20 · 19 min

    How bad are ambulance wait times?

    Have you or someone you know been affected by long ambulance wait times? HSE figures show average ambulance response times deteriorated to 21 minutes and 43 seconds in 2023. What needs to be done to improve ambulance services, support frontline paramedics and prevent avoidable deaths? Joining guest host Clare McKenna to discuss is Vice Chairman with Blessington AFC, Alan Moore, Owner of Lifeline Ambulance, David Hall, Bernard Mulvany from Access for All Ireland and listeners.

  • August 19 · 7 min

    Reasons to be Happy: Katie Taylor, Olivia Colman, Outdoor Cinema

    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. Ciara Treacy from the Newstalk Digital Team joined Andrea in the studio to put a smile on your faces!

  • August 19 · 14 min

    Monica Walsh on the silence surrounding domestic abuse

    Model, Author and Advocate Monica Walsh has used the tragic death of her aunt in the 90s, at the hand of her husband, to try and lift the silence surrounding domestic abuse… Monica joins Andrea to discuss.

  • August 19 · 21 min

    Should we extend the referee retirement age?

    The mandatory retirement age for inter-county GAA referees is 50 years old. Once an official on the National Referees Panel reaches this age, they must step down from officiating at the inter-county level, though many continue to referee local club games. But, should we extend the referee retirement age? Joining Andrea to discuss is Rory Hickey, former Intercounty GAA Referee and Referee Administrator of Clare GAA, Paddy Osbourne, former Coach and Referee, David Kennedy, Tipperary center half back in the All-Ireland final in 2001 and Tim Barry, Secretary of Rathdowney Errill GAA.

  • August 19 · 10 min

    Making Babies: Breastfeeding and Bottle-Feeding Tips

    For this week’s Making Babies, Andrea is joined by International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant, Maria O’Sullivan, to discuss the best ways to go about breastfeeding and bottle-feeding!

  • August 19 · 22 min

    Do you feel safe on our roads?

    Many people have recently voiced concerns about safety on our roads. The Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) has described reckless driving on motorways as a “huge concern” for hauliers across Ireland. With road deaths continuing to occur on Irish roads, are people becoming increasingly afraid to get behind the wheel? And what more needs to be done to ensure people feel safe when travelling on our roads? Joining Andrea to discuss is President of the Irish Road Haulage Association, Ger Hyland, Haulier Cyril McGuinness, Motoring Editor with the Sunday Independent, Ger Herbert and more.

  • August 18 · 12 min

    Ask the Expert: Auctioneer

    For this week’s Ask the Expert, Andrea is joined by Ray Cooke from Ray Cooke Auctioneers to answer any of your property questions!

  • August 18 · 10 min

    How many unread emails do you have?

    Are you the kind of person that leaves hundreds - if not thousands - of emails unread? How do you clear the inbox and stay on top of things? Joining Andrea to discuss is Stylist Laura Mullet and Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin, Brendan Kelly.

  • August 18 · 19 min

    Dealing with post natal depression

    Have you ever experienced post natal depression? How did you deal with it, and what advice would you give to others? Madge Fogarty, Chairperson of Post Natal Depression Ireland, Aolish Gormley, Maternal Mental Health Advocate and Founder of the Year of Care campaign and more join Andrea to discuss. For immediate postnatal support in Ireland, call Parentline at 01 873 3599 for free, confidential advice for new parents. Samaritans 24/7 support number: 116 123

  • August 18 · 11 min

    Is it too easy to make the unhealthy choice?

    Does our current food environment make unhealthy choices far too easy? Well, according to Prof Donal O’Shea, HSE Clinical Lead for Obesity: it is. He joins Andrea to discuss.

  • August 18 · 21 min

    How do we deal with the dog poo problem?

    How big of a problem is dog poo in your local area, and what should be done to both prevent owners from leaving dog fouling and make it easier to dispose of? Joining Andrea to discuss is DIY expert Alan Grant, Broadcaster Fionnuala Moran, Valarie Roe CEO & Founder of Valarie Roe PR and listeners.

  • August 17 · 11 min

    The Health Reset: Dr Niall Breen

    It’s time for The Health Reset! 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 answer your medical questions!

  • August 17 · 9 min

    Neighbourhood Whatsapp groups - have they gotten out of hand?

    Have neighbourhood Whatsapp groups lost the run of themselves? In an article in the Independent UK, writer Oliver Petter wonders how the humble group chat for neighbourly business went from a necessary utility to an emotional dumping ground… What is your experience? Joining Andrea to discuss is Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly, as well as Esther O’Moore Donohoe, writer and podcaster.

  • August 17 · 23 min

    What support is needed for parents with autistic children?

    On the show last week, Andrea spoke to parents of children with autism. They gave their day-to-day experiences of navigating life with their children and the lack of support and resources available to parents who are facing this daily reality. More people have gotten in touch to share their own experiences, and to talk about what they would like to see going forward…

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