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5196: LISTEN¦ What would you buy first if you won the lottery jackpot? Frances Connolly, who won £115m in 2019 recently revealed her first purchase was a £12 pack of pants! Would you tell people you'd won?
What would you buy first if you won the lottery jackpot? Frances Connolly, who won £115m in 2019 recently revealed her first purchase was a £12 pack of pants! Would you tell people you'd won? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5195: LISTEN¦ Would Jim McDonald work in 2024 Corrie? Charlie Lawson chatted to Frank about 'woke culture' in soaps, holidaying back home and his new memoir 'That's Life, So It Is'
Would Jim McDonald work in 2024 Corrie? Charlie Lawson chatted to Frank about 'woke culture' in soaps, holidaying back home and his new memoir 'That's Life, So It Is' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5194: LISTEN¦ Are you ever too old to get a tattoo? A 99 year old grandmother, who became the UK's oldest woman to be tattooed, is considering one to mark her 100th birthday
Are you ever too old to get a tattoo? A 99 year old grandmother, who became the UK's oldest woman to be tattooed, is considering one to mark her 100th birthday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5193: LISTEN¦ How can Stormont do more to harness the power of devolution? Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham & Belfast-born lead of Manchester council, Bev Craig, spoke to Frank about making the most of City Deals and learning from other cities
How can Stormont do more to harness the power of devolution? Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham & Belfast-born lead of Manchester council, Bev Craig, spoke to Frank about making the most of City Deals and learning from other cities Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5192: LISTEN¦ Pioneer in the world of financial tech and boss of Tech Women Today, Cecilia Harvey spoke to Frank ahead of delivering at keynote speech at the Global Innovation Summit at QUB
Pioneer in the world of financial tech and boss of Tech Women Today, Cecilia Harvey spoke to Frank ahead of delivering at keynote speech at the Global Innovation Summit at QUB Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5191: LISTEN¦ Campaigners warn endangered animals 'clearly suffer' when they're imported for zoos, due to 'insufficient welfare protections'. Frank spoke to animal rights activist Andrew Goti
Campaigners warn endangered animals 'clearly suffer' when they're imported for zoos, due to 'insufficient welfare protections'. Frank spoke to animal rights activist Andrew Goti Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5190: LISTEN¦ Health Minister Mike Nesbitt says a £100m budget shortfall means NI health workers may not get the same pay offer as their UK counterparts. What can he do, without more money? Frank spoke to Prof Deirdre Heenan & Patricia McKeown from Unison
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt says a £100m budget shortfall means NI health workers may not get the same pay offer as their UK counterparts. What can he do, without more money? Frank spoke to Prof Deirdre Heenan & Patricia McKeown from Unison Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5189: LISTEN¦ Would you miss lollipop people, if they disappeared? A 44-year-old man from near Manchester's in the headlines, after becoming a 5th generation lollipop man, but they're becoming harder to recruit. Do you have memories of them?
Would you miss lollipop people, if they disappeared? A 44-year-old man from near Manchester's in the headlines, after becoming a 5th generation lollipop man, but they're becoming harder to recruit. Do you have memories of them? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5188: LISTEN¦ Would you pay an extra £2 for a pint after 10pm? Some pubs are introducing 'surge pricing' at peak times - they say it's to cover increased costs, like added security
Would you pay an extra £2 for a pint after 10pm? Some pubs are introducing 'surge pricing' at peak times - they say it's to cover increased costs, like added security Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5187: LISTEN¦ Will Fine Gael or the budget airline he leads feel the impact of Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary's comment on teachers, at an event this weekend? Frank spoke to teaching union rep Justin McCamphill from the NASUWT
Will Fine Gael or the budget airline he leads feel the impact of Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary's comment on teachers, at an event this weekend? Frank spoke to teaching union rep Justin McCamphill from the NASUWT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5186: LISTEN¦ Are schools too focused on exam results? The UK education secretary has warned obsessing about grades won't help pupils or schools. Frank spoke to Mick Fealty about his experience of working in schools across Europe
Are schools too focused on exam results? The UK education secretary has warned obsessing about grades won't help pupils or schools. Frank spoke to Mick Fealty about his experience of working in schools across Europe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5185: LISTEN¦ Funny honey? Research has found that some cheaper honey on supermarkets shelves isn't genuine - being bulked out with sugar syrups. Frank spoke to beekeeper Emma Thompson from Bee Haven
Funny honey? Research has found that some cheaper honey on supermarkets shelves isn't genuine - being bulked out with sugar syrups. Frank spoke to beekeeper Emma Thompson from Bee Haven Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5184: LISTEN¦ Will a 'sex strike' change how people vote in future? Women in the US have been backing the so-called '4B' movement in protest over Trump's victory, which they say harms womens rights. Frank spoke to feminist and author Fionola Meredith
Will a 'sex strike' change how people vote in future? Women in the US have been backing the so-called '4B' movement in protest over Trump's victory, which they say harms womens rights. Frank spoke to feminist and author Fionola Meredith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5183: LISTEN¦ Want to lose 10 pounds by Christmas? Wellness expert Deirdre Maguire had some tips to share with our listeners
Want to lose 10 pounds by Christmas? Deirdre Maguire had some tips to share with our listeners Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5182: LISTEN¦ Are beards scruffy? Prince William made headlines after appearing in public with a new beard - some suggested it looked unkempt, while others said it was 'rugged'. Frank got the thoughts of Kim Kelly
Are beards scruffy? Prince William made headlines after appearing in public with a new beard - some suggested it looked unkempt, while others said it was 'rugged'. Frank got the thoughts of Kim Kelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5181: LISTEN¦ 'She was the most extraordinary woman - endlessly brave, kind and hard-working' - Alliance MLA Kate Nicholl paid tribute to her close friend and colleague Anna Lo, who died aged 74
'She was the most extraordinary woman - endlessly brave, kind and hard-working' - Alliance MLA Kate Nicholl paid tribute to her close friend and colleague Anna Lo, who died aged 74 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5180: LISTEN¦ Boxing legend Carl Frampton and Age NI's Siobhan Casey spoke to Frank about a new campaign, aiming to raise £500,000 to support older people in Northern Ireland
Boxing legend Carl Frampton and Age NI's Siobhan Casey spoke to Frank about a new campaign, aiming to raise £500,000 to support older people in Northern Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5179: LISTEN¦ It's a fast-paced, full contact sport with millions of players worldwide, but did you know Northern Ireland has its own successful team? Frank spoke to Sarah 'Shutter' Marsden about Belfast Roller Derby
It's a fast-paced, full contact sport with millions of players worldwide, but did you know Northern Ireland has its own successful team? Frank spoke to Sarah 'Shutter' Marsden about Belfast Roller Derby Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5178: LISTEN¦ David Essex - He's sold millions of records, starred on the big and small screens, including a stint on Albert Square. Next month he'll be 'Rocking On' at Belfast's Waterfront Hall. He called in for a chat with Frank
David Essex - He's sold millions of records, starred on the big and small screens, including a stint on Albert Square. Next month he'll be 'Rocking On' at Belfast's Waterfront Hall. He called in for a chat with Frank Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5177: LISTEN¦ Did you have a nickname at school? Should you use nicknames in the workplace? A new study in the Harvard Business Review has warned it could be risky! Frank spoke to Kim Kelly
Did you have a nickname at school? Should you use nicknames in the workplace? A new study in the Harvard Business Review has warned it could be risky! Frank spoke to Kim Kelly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5176: LISTEN¦ Should cyclists be banned from cities, to avoid collisions with pedestrians? Birmingham is the latest council to consider it. Would it be a backward step in the push towards more active travel? Frank spoke to Andrew McClean from Cycling UK
Should cyclists be banned from cities, to avoid collisions with pedestrians? Birmingham is the latest council to consider it. Would it be a backward step in the push towards more active travel? Frank spoke to Andrew McClean from Cycling UK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5175: LISTEN¦ 'Nothing really matters' - Jonny McEwen and Adam Turkington, two of the minds behind Nothing Day and the Nothing Conference talk about the creativity that can be sparked by doing nothing
'Nothing really matters' - Jonny McEwen and Adam Turkington, two of the minds behind Nothing Day and the Nothing Conference talk about the creativity that can be sparked by doing nothing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5174: LISTEN¦ Does a celebrity endorsement affect how you vote? Are you getting tired of famous faces involving themselves in politics? Frank spoke to author and journalist Fionola Meredith
Does a celebrity endorsement affect how you vote? Are you getting tired of famous faces involving themselves in politics? Frank spoke to author and journalist Fionola Meredith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5173: LISTEN¦ Are all estate agents flashy? Computer programmers geeky? Actors neurotic? What does your job say about you? A new study found there may be a scientific basis for job stereotypes
Are all estate agents flashy? Computer programmers geeky? Actors neurotic? What does your job say about you? A new study found there may be a scientific basis for job stereotypes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5172: LISTEN¦ MLAs are to have their say on post-Brexit trading arrangements. Why is no cross-community consent required for such a significant vote? Why is the DUP opposing the status quo? Frank spoke to the SDLP's Matthew O'Toole and TUV's Jim Allister
MLAs are to have their say on post-Brexit trading arrangements. Why is no cross-community consent required for such a significant vote? Why is the DUP opposing the status quo? Frank spoke to the SDLP's Matthew O'Toole and TUV's Jim Allister Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5171: LISTEN¦ Too late for the Euros, but should Stormont still go ahead with the Casement Park project, on a reduced scale? Frank spoke to commentators Prof Jon Tonge and Brendan Mulgrew
Too late for the Euros, but should Stormont still go ahead with the Casement Park project, on a reduced scale? Frank spoke to commentators Prof Jon Tonge and Brendan Mulgrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5170: LISTEN¦ Must-see Halloween viewing - 'A blend of local live TV from the 80s and 90s with supernatural, poltergeist movies' - director Dominic O'Neill talks to Frank about his new films Haunted Ulster Live
Must-see Halloween viewing - 'A blend of local live TV from the 80s and 90s with supernatural, poltergeist movies' - director Dominic O'Neill talks to Frank about his new films Haunted Ulster Live Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5169: LISTEN¦ 'The creativity is out of this world - it's magical' - Mayor of Derry City & Strabane Lilian Seenoi-Barr talks about the enormous pride and imagination the people of the city display at Halloween
'The creativity is out of this world - it's magical' - Mayor of Derry City & Strabane Lilian Seenoi-Barr talks about the enormous pride and imagination the people of the city display at Halloween Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5168: LISTEN¦ Scarily good! Odhran Dunne, from Visit Derry told Frank how Derry Halloween had become an international sensation - named by publications like USA Today as the world's best!
Scarily good! Odhran Dunne, from Visit Derry told Frank how Derry Halloween had become an international sensation - named by publications like USA Today as the world's best! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5167: LISTEN¦ 'I thought I was invincible but that mammogram saved my life' - top reporter Barbara McCann is urging others to self-check and attend appointments, after her own experience of breast cancer
'I thought I was invincible but that mammogram saved my life' - top reporter Barbara McCann is urging others to self-check and attend appointments, after her own experience of breast cancer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5166: LISTEN¦ With minimum wage rises and tax increases on the way, how will the Budget affect Northern Ireland workers and businesses? Frank spoke to Gary McDonald from the Irish News and chartered accountant Ross Boyd
With minimum wage rises and tax increases on the way, how will the Budget affect Northern Ireland workers and businesses? Frank spoke to Gary McDonald from the Irish News and chartered accountant Ross Boyd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5165: LISTEN¦ Why are Gen-Z not having babies? The UK fertility rate has dropped to a record low . Why do you think that is? Frank spoke to Fionola Meredith
Why are Gen-Z not having babies? The UK fertility rates has dropped to a record low . Why do you think that is? Frank spoke to Fionola Meredith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5164: LISTEN¦ 'A moment's carelessness can lead to a lifetime of injuries' - top plastic surgeon Alastair Brown talks to Frank about the dangers of misuse of fireworks
'A moment's carelessness can lead to a lifetime of injuries' - top plastic surgeon Alastair Brown talks to Frank about the dangers of misuse of fireworks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5163: LISTEN¦ Should bad parking be punished with fines? A new pilot scheme in south and east Belfast could see people prosecuted for blocking pavements or access for residents, pedestrians or emergency services
Should bad parking be punished with fines? A new pilot scheme in south and east Belfast could see people prosecuted for blocking pavements or access for residents, pedestrians or emergency services Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5162: LISTEN¦ What is NI's best high street? What makes a good high street? A travel website has named Newcastle, Bayllcastle, Carrickfergus and Enniskillen among our best. Frank got the thoughts of Glyn Roberts from Retail NI
What is NI's best high street? What makes a good high street? A travel website has named Newcastle, Bayllcastle, Carrickfergus and Enniskillen among our best. Frank got the thoughts of Glyn Roberts from Retail NI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
LISTEN¦ 'The internet should be a more dangerous place for predators than our children' - child protection expert Jim Gamble and top cyber security consultant Wayne Denner talk about lessons that need to be learned after the Alexander McCartney case
'The internet should be a more dangerous place for predators than our children' - child protection expert Jim Gamble and top cyber security consultant Wayne Denner talk about lessons that need to be learned after the Alexander McCartney case Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5161: LISTEN¦ Should we give teachers more holidays? Some English schools are considering a nine-day fortnight among plans to entice new talent, but campaigner Brian Banks told Frank he just wants existing contracts to be adhered to
Should we give teachers more holidays? Some English schools are considering a nine-day fortnight among plans to entice new talent, but campaigner Brian Banks told Frank he just wants existing contracts to be adhered to Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5160: LISTEN¦ Should you be punished for stealing loo roll from work? A police woman has been suspended after admitting to pinching toilet paper. Was that too harsh a penalty? Have you done it? Frank got the thoughts of Mick Fealty
Should you be punished for stealing loo roll from work? A police woman has been suspended after admitting to pinching toilet paper. Was that too harsh a penalty? Have you done it? Frank got the thoughts of Mick Fealty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5159: LISTEN¦ Will our rates have to rise to cover record spending deficits by local councils? Or will jobs be axed? And how do we deal with soaring absentee levels among council staff? Frank spoke to John Manley from the Irish News
Will our rates have to rise to cover record spending deficits by local councils? Or will jobs be axed? And how do we deal with soaring absentee levels among council staff? Frank spoke to John Manley from the Irish News Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5158: LISTEN¦ Should we stop turning back the clock? Sleep experts claim scrapping daylight savings time could help us living longer and healthier as well as improving road safety. Frank spoke to Dr Megan Crawford from the British Sleep Society
Should we stop turning back the clock? Sleep experts claim scrapping daylight savings time could help us living longer and healthier as well as improving road safety. Frank spoke to Dr Megan Crawford from the British Sleep Society Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5157: LISTEN¦ Belfast traffic so bad that patients AND doctors have missed urgent appointments. Frank spoke to Belfast Telegraph reporter Niamh Campbell who's been covering the story
Belfast traffic so bad that patients AND doctors have missed urgent appointments. Frank spoke to Belfast Telegraph reporter Niamh Campbell who's been covering the story Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5156: LISTEN¦ Should you always wear your wedding ring? Would you be worried if your spouse stopped wearing theirs? Prince William famously doesn't wear one - do you? Frank got the thoughts of commentator Gráinne McGarvey
Should you always wear your wedding ring? Would you be worried if your spouse stopped wearing theirs? Prince William famously doesn't wear one - do you? Frank got the thoughts of commentator Gráinne McGarvey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5155: LISTEN¦ Years of under-investment in water infrastructure are impacting on housing, health and the economy - Frank spoke to Alliance infrastructure spokesman Andrew McMurray as his party set out proposals to deal with the issue
Years of under-investment in water infrastructure are impacting on housing, health and the economy - Frank spoke to Alliance infrastructure spokesman Andrew McMurray as his party set out proposals to deal with the issue Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5154: LISTEN¦ How did a child go missing for so long without a major search? Irish Sun journalist Stephen Breen spoke to Frank about the latest on the search for eight-year-old Kyran Durnin
How did a child go missing for so long without a major search? Irish Sun journalist Stephen Breen spoke to Frank about the latest on the search for eight-year-old Kyran Durnin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5153: LISTEN¦ Should shops close on Boxing Day? Poundland has become the latest major retailer to say it will close for two days over the holidays - good for staff or bad for business?
Should shops close on Boxing Day? Poundland has become the latest major retailer to say it will close for two days over the holidays - good for staff or bad for business? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5152: LISTEN¦ Want to play your favourite sport, but worried it might be too fast paced? Walking versions of netball and football are growing in popularity. Sarah Aiken from ABC Council told Frank how they're getting more women involved
Want to play your favourite sport, but worried it might be too fast paced? Walking versions of netball and football are growing in popularity. Sarah Aiken from ABC Council told Frank how they're getting more women involved Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5150: LISTEN¦ Should we fine patients for missing hospital appointments? Each missed consultation costs over £200 in wasted time - should people be punished?
Should we fine patients for missing hospital appointments? Each missed consultation costs over £200 in wasted time - should people be punished? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5149: LISTEN¦ 'Is Nigel here?' - Paddy Raff talked to Frank about separating himself from his comic creations, what it's like to play the SSE Arena and the X-rated jokes people tell him
'Is Nigel here?' - Paddy Raff talked to Frank about separating himself from his comic creations, what it's like to play the SSE Arena and the X-rated jokes people tell him Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5148: LISTEN¦ Should we tax frequent flyers more? A new study found a 'jet setter' tax could raise £54 billion a year without hitting most ordinary passengers
Should we tax frequent flyers more? A new study found a 'jet setter' tax could raise £54 billion a year without hitting most ordinary passengers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5147: LISTEN¦ Should we scrap income tax for under-35s? Portugal is experimenting with tax breaks to give young people a better start in life - but is it fair for others to foot the bill? Frank spoke to Fionola Meredith
Should we scrap income tax for under-35s? Portugal is experimenting with tax breaks to give young people a better start in life - but is it fair for others to foot the bill? Frank spoke to Fionola Meredith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.