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Today · 10 min
Ask the Medic with Dr Niall Breen
It’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 answer your medical questions!
Today · 14 min
15-year-old receives Motor Neuron Disease diagnosis - family’s appeal
The parents of a young teenager who has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of Motor Neuron Disease (MND) are appealing for global information on any treatment which may prolong his life. 15-year-old Kyle Kane was diagnosed with the degenerative condition last week, and was given a devastating prognosis… Kyle’s mother Linda joins Andrea to discuss.
Today · 13 min
Will Oasis be playing in Slane next year?
The Oasis for Slane rumours are picking up pace as the band are expected to unveil 2027 tour dates today at 4pm… Do you believe the rumours, and how excited would you be to see the band return to perform at Slane? Joining Andrea to discuss is Danny McElhinney, Music Journalist with the Irish Mail on Sunday, Gareth Dunleavy, Curator of Oasis WTS and listeners.
Today · 13 min
Are you worried about AI?
US President Donald Trump has dismissed concerns raised about AI being too powerful. This comes as warnings from industry insiders that the technology has a mind of its own, with Ireland amongst the countries that uses AI the most... So, are you worried about AI, or is it a useful tool in life? Professor Barry O'Sullivan from the School of Computer Science & IT in University College Cork, Tomas Kenny, Managing Director of Kenny Bookshop in Galway and TJ Hegarty, Founder of online maths school Breakthrough Maths join Andrea to discuss.
Today · 9 min
Should you already be budgeting for Christmas?
With 101 days to Christmas, have you started saving for the festive season? It is the most expensive time of year, and now is when you should put a plan in place to be prepared? Caz Mooney, Irish Budgeting Influencer, joins Andrea to discuss.
Today · 17 min
Are you nervous to drive on the motorway now?
Data shows that thousands fewer journeys have been taken on Ireland’s motorways in recent weeks. The decline comes after the fatal M9 crash last month that killed five teenagers and seriously injured a family… Are you nervous now to drive along the motorway? Joining Andrea to discuss is Broadcaster Claire Ronan, Shane O’Donoghue, Editor of CompleteCar.ie, as well as listeners.
Friday · 57 min
What are your memories of 9/11?
25 years ago today, a devastating terrorist attack cost the lives of almost 3,000 people in the United States, and with their families, witnesses and first responders - the effects of 9/11 are still felt all these years later… What are your memories of 9/11? Joining Andrea to reflect is Professor Scott Lucas, Professor of US and International Politics at University College Dublin, Ciaran Staunton, who owned O’Neills Restaurant in Midtown Manhattan, Gina London, former CNN Correspondent and Sunday Independent Columnist, Séamus Ó Fianghusa, Historian with Donegal Association Inc. of New York and more.
Friday · 5 min
Have You Been To? - The best of Kildare
We continue a county-by-county journey across Ireland, exploring all 32 counties that make up this remarkable island. Have you been to some of these places and hidden gems? Today, Andrea is joined by Joan Scales, Travel Writer and Broadcaster, to find out what the best things to see and do are in County Kildare!
Friday · 9 min
Are concert tickets worth the money anymore?
It has been announced that Harry Styles will take to the stage in Croke Park next August for two nights. The concert will see fans young and old flock to Dublin from all over the county to see the ‘Adore You’ singer. With tickets ranging from €77.50 to €217.90 - is it fair to ask people to pay these prices, and are they worth it? Joining Andrea to discuss is Comedian Jess Spencer and Saoirse Hanley, Features Writer with The Irish Independent.
Friday · 13 min
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty
Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joined Andrea with a roundup of some of the stories from across the country this week.
Thursday · 7 min
The Home Squad: Furniture Placement
When you’re buying furniture for the home, are you ever thinking about how it will look exactly in your home? And what is feng shui anyway? This week, the Home Squad are here to give tips on furniture placement! Joining Andrea to discuss is Jenny Sheehan, Co-Host of ‘Rip it up: The Renovations Podcast’ (@workerscottage on Instagram) and Jenny Butler, Interior Architect & Design Director of Jennifer Anne Interior.
Thursday · 15 min
Westlife residency begins! Are you going?
Tonight kicks off Westlife’s residency in the 3Arena. The ‘World of Our Own’ group will be taking to the stage for 13 nights where they will perform some of their most iconic songs from the last 25 years. Andrea is joined by Westlife fans to discuss their excitement for the shows.
Thursday · 10 min
Should inheritance tax change?
Inheritance Tax is likely to be changed with wider bands, but only modestly. Does it go far enough for you? Should inheritance tax be changed? Michael Houghton from the ‘FIRE’ podcast, as well as listeners, join Andrea to discuss.
Thursday · 18 min
Michael O’Leary’s airline “rapists” comment - are you offended?
Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary has faced backlash today after calling other airlines “high fare rapists” - and doubling down on that comment. Are you offended by what he said? Joining Andrea to discuss is Rachel Morrogh, CEO of the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre, Cillian Sherlock, Senior Ireland Reporter with PA Media and Fiona Doyle, rape survivor and campaigner.
Thursday · 12 min
The Making of Sufjan Stevens!
We'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 songs come from? Joining Andrea to discuss is Alan Buckley from the Irish Rock ‘N’ Roll Museum Experience, who’s going to talk through the life and work of Sufjan Stevens!
Thursday · 13 min
How bad are our public toilets?
One listener got in touch to discuss the state of the public toilets at The Rock of Cashel in County Tipperary… What is your experience, how bad are public toilets across the country? Andrea is joined by listeners to hear their experiences.
Wednesday · 9 min
Delays in cancer treatment - listener experience
Patients are facing delays in cancer treatment as issues in care have been highlighted with figures released to Social Democrats TD Pádraig Rice… So what does this mean for patients? Aoife Habenicht, patient advocate and cervical cancer survivor joins Andrea to share her story, and Professor Aisling Barry, Chair of Radiation Oncology in UCC joins to discuss.
Wednesday · 10 min
Reasons to be Happy: Crisp Sambos, Harry Styles, Home Alone
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 Cathal O’Sullivan joined Andrea in the studio to put a smile on your faces…
Wednesday · 18 min
Do we have too many vape shops?
Everywhere you go across the country, you will come across one if not more shops targeted to selling vapes and vape products. The main streets in towns and villages are inundated with these shops. As a result, other local businesses are being forced out, while these shops are selling products which can often be dangerous and more harmful than people realize… As a result of this, Taoiseach Michael Martin wants to clamp down on the number of vape shops through planning laws, and has indicated strong support for a complete ban on vapes and nicotine pouches. Is this the right approach to take to tackle this current epidemic, or is the issue overblown? Joining Andrea to discuss is Town Planner Derek Whyte, Martin Gear, owner of Martin Gear Jewelers and listeners.
Wednesday · 10 min
Making Babies: Early Signs of Labour
Every Wednesday afternoon, we’ll be talking Making Babies. Andrea will be joined by Professor Shane Higgins, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, to cover every area of trying to have a baby. From the very start of knowing how to prepare, right up to pregnancy – and all the bumps in the road in between. This week, Shane joins Andrea to discuss the early signs of labour.

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