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Cut-the-Cost: How to dress warm on a budget
As the cost-of-living crisis continues to bite across the country, Newstalk is here to help with a new online series highlighting the best ways to save on your bills.Cut-the-Cost will offer tips and advice on how to save on everything from energy and the weekly shop to modern essentials like broadband and phone contracts.Aoife Kearns, Newstalk Reporter has done the hard work and sourced the best deals to keep you warm this winter...
'I'm not a total Scrooge' - UK Mum charging family members for Christmas Dinner
Would you charge your family for Christmas dinner? It can be a quite costly meal to prepare - but is it ok to ask your family to pay? Carla Bellucci, a Mum in the UK has said she will be charging her guests £150 for dinner. Carla joined Andrea Gilligan on Lunchtime Live to breakdown what guests can expect for forking out for their Christmas dinner...
GP says rise in prices 'reflects the cost of running the practice'
A survey has revealed how one in six are paying between €26 and €50 to see their GP, while over a third are paying between €51 and €75, with prices highest in Dublin. Are GP’s prices too high? Andrea was joined by Siobhan Chidley, GP in Kildare, Sheena Mitchell, Pharmacist, podcaster “A WonderCare Podcast”, Owner Milltown totalhealth Pharmacy and listeners to discuss...
Ask Me Anything: Postwoman
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be out on the road delivering the nation's post?Today on Lunchtime Live’s ‘Ask Me Anything’ Andrea was joined by Emma Langan, Postwoman to chat on Lunchtime Live...
World AIDS Day: 'I'm very grateful that I'm still here today'
If you’re out and about today, you might notice that some buildings across the country are illuminated red – not to kick off the festive season – it’s part of the Glow Red for World AIDS Day. Rebecca Tallon de Havilland and Will Kennedy joined Andrea Gilligan to discuss...
'I've never seen Star Wars or Harry Potter' - Tanya Sweeney
Do you ever get that reaction when you tell people you have never seen Star Wars? Or Harry Potter, or Game of Thrones, or Breaking Bad or the Godfather?Can you believe the shock from some people when you tell them you haven’t seen a particular movie or TV show? Tanya Sweeney was writing about in the Irish Independent today, John Fardy, prsenter of Screentime on Newstalk and Tanya Sweeney joined Andrea on Lunchtime Live today...
'Once they're 18 you lose everything' - Parents call for better services for children with disabilities
Do children with disabilities get enough support when they turn 18? Aisling and Lourdes are both mothers to teenagers with disabilities. They joined Andrea to discuss their experiences...
Office Christmas Parties: 'There's too many rules nowadays'
It’s the 1st of December, Christmas is officially here. If you’re headed to your Christmas party tonight, we want to know if you love them or hate them.Andrea was joined by Ian O'Doherty, columnist with Irish Independent, Tina Koumarianos, Agony Aunt, Louisa Meehan, HR and Mediation expert with Woodview HRM and Newstalk's Cathal O'Sullivan to discuss...
'It's not a good year for Irish music' - Kiera Dignam remembers Shane MacGowan's
The Pogues frontman and songwriter Shane MacGowan has died at the age of 65.Kiera Dignam, Christy Dignam's daughter joined Andrea on Lunchtime Live this afternoon...
Shane MacGowan 'will be remembered for his brilliant songwriting'
The Pogues frontman and songwriter Shane MacGowan has died at the age of 65.His death was announced by his wife Victoria Mary Clarke this morning.MacGowan had suffered health issues in recent years and was only recently released from hospital after reportedly spending time in intensive care.Andrea was joined by broadcaster Dave Fanning, singer Mary Coughlan and more to remember the legendary singer...
Newstalk's Irish Christmas Guide - Toys
We have teamed up with Guaranteed Irish to bring you Newstalk’s Irish Christmas Guide. Over the next 4 weeks we'll feature ideas for gifting, decorations, and festive fare – all from Irish based businesses. Discover the best ideas to make Christmas all about supporting local enterprises, in association with guaranteedirishgifts.ie. This week we put our focus on festive toys. Andrea was joined by Cogs the Brain Shop Ruth Roberts from Cogs the Brain Shop, James Fallon from Bainisteoir Board Game, Nikki Bee, from Bowie the Bear, Mindfullness Books for Children and Paraic Cuddy, from The Field Toy...
'There'll never be another like him' - Shane MacGowan Remembered
The Pogues frontman and songwriter Shane MacGowan has died at the age of 65.His death was announced by his wife Victoria Mary Clarke this morning.MacGowan had suffered health issues in recent years and was only recently released from hospital after reportedly spending time in intensive care.Andrea Gilligan was joined by Dave Browne, Singer with Picturehouse, BP Fallon, Musician, Brian Warfield from The Wolfe Tones, Danny McElhinney, Music journalist Irish Mail on Sunday and more to remember the legendary singer...
'My identity was stolen' - Listener at 'wits end' after Facebook profile hacked
Grainne, a listener, got in touch with Lunchtime Live about an issue she wanted raise regarding her Facebook profile being hacked...
Patrick O'Donovan: Rioters should face tough financially penalties
Junior Minister Patrick O’Donovan has told a Fine Gael parliamentary party meeting that those involved in the riots last week should be “punished financially” and have their welfare stopped. He questioned whether any of the rioters worked saying that most of them were in bed when the rest of the country was up working to pay taxes for their lifestyle. Should rioters have their social welfare payments cut? Andrea was joined by Patrick O'Donovan, Minister of State with responsibility for Office for Public Works, People Before Profit Councillor Hazel De Nortúin and others to discuss...
'It's unfair' - Woman calls for once-off disability payments for pensioners
Antoinette, a listener, got in touch with Lunchtime Live about an issue she wanted raise regarding disability payments from this years Budget...
'It's fun but terrifying' - Why do we love scary reality TV shows
Between Netflix’s Squid Game: The Challenge and I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here – contestants are putting themselves through absolute torture. But why do we enjoy watching people go through this? Andrea was joined by TV Streaming Columnist for the Irish Independent Sheena McGinley and Psychiatrist Brendan Kelly to discuss...
'Absolutely ludicrous' - Senator slams plans to limit lay-bys to professional drivers
Proposals by Transport Infrastructure Ireland will see lay-bys on Ireland's major roadways being used by professional drivers only. Is this the right move from TII? Will it effect private motorists? Andrea was joined by Fianna Fáil Senator, Niall Blaney, Cllr PJ Ryan, Independent Councillor in Clare and others to discuss ...
Should election posters be banned?
Councillor Joe Leddin is campaigning for Limerick City to become an election poster free zone. With local elections, European Parliament elections, and the election of Limerick's first directly elected mayor on the horizon, is it time politicians change their method of campaigning? Andrea Gilligan was joined by Limerick Cllr. Joe Leddin, Naas Cllr. Bob Quinn, Cllr. Shelly Herterich Quinn, Fianna Fail Councillor in Athenry-Oranmore and more to discuss...
'Swap, donate, rotate' - How to have a more sustainable Christmas
Are you looking to have a more sustainable Christmas? Do we make enough efforts to reduce or waste this Christmas? Samantha Carter from Vision Ireland joined Andrea to discuss...
'Lack of support' for breastfeeding mothers in Ireland
Is Ireland a good country to breastfeed in? In a global report in to breastfeeding - Ireland achieved a mediocre ranking, coming 56th out of 100, placing it 10th out of 19 European countries who have completed the assessment. What more can we do to help parents? Andrea was joined by Dr. Liz O’Sullivan, - Lecturer in Nutrition and Programme Chair of the BSc in Public Health Nutrition at Technological University Dublin and other listeners to discuss...
Calls for dedicated police force in Dublin 'a knee-jerk reaction'
Since the rioting in Dublin last week there has been a lot of conversation about policing in Ireland. Do the Gardai need to be more heavy handed? Do we need bodycams? Should there be more training for Gardaí? Gary Gannon, Social Democrats TD in Dublin says there is a need for a dedicated Metropolitan Police force in Dublin. What changes would you like to see in the Gardai? Andrea was joined by Pat Leahy, Former Garda Assistant Commissioner, Architect Róisín Murphy and listeners Richard and Maureen...
Ask the GP with Dr Nina Byrnes
Dr Nina Byrnes joined Andrea Gilligan to tackle your medical queries...
Fermanagh pub's Christmas advert 'resonates with so many'
Charlie’s Bar in Enniskillen unveiled its festive advert on Friday, which shows an older man with a sad expression on his face, walking through town alone until he enters the bar and is joined by a couple who sit, drink and talk with him. Andrea was joined by Aoife Teague, who made and edited the ad for Charlie’s Pub and Neal Davies is the CEO of BBDO in Dublin...
Vigil held 'to express solidarity' with those impacted by Dublin Riots
Trade unions will hold a vigil in Dublin city centre this afternoon in solidarity with the woman and children injured in Thursday’s stabbing attack and workers affected by the riots.Andrea was joined by Owen Reidy, General Secretary of ICTU, Cllr Donna Cooney, Green Party Councillor in Dublin and Dermot O’Leary from the NBRU...
Cut-the-Cost: How to get the most out of your Cyber Monday
As the cost-of-living crisis continues to bite across the country, Newstalk is here to help with a new online series highlighting the best ways to save on your bills.Cut-the-Cost will offer tips and advice on how to save on everything from energy and the weekly shop to modern essentials like broadband and phone contracts.Caoimhseach Connolly, Newstalk Reporter has done the hard work and sourced the best deals for Cyber Monday...
'They're not treating players like adults' - GAA club unveils strict rules for players
A set of rules for a GAA Club in Ireland have been circulating online over the weekend and causing quite the stir in the GAA community. They were sent to players as part of player review meeting. Tommy Rooney, GAA Correspondent with Off the Ball, Shairoze Akram and Tim Barry all joined Andrea to discuss...
Facial recognition technology 'not the asnwer'
The Government is to fast-track and expand controversial new facial recognition technology following violent scenes in Dublin last week. Justice Minister Helen McEntee will bring forward legislation to enable facial recognition technology to quickly prosecute offenders involved in violence and looting. Would you like to see facial recognition technology laws fast-tracked and expanded? Andrea was joined by Liam Herrick, Executive Director with the Irish Council for Civil Liberties and more to discuss...
Ask Me Anything: Stunt Double
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a stunt double in a movie or TV series?Today on Lunchtime Live’s ‘Ask Me Anything’ Andrea was joined by Niamh Hogan, stunt performer to find out...
Dublin Riots: 'Get out of the bus or we'll kill you'
Three Garda cars, three buses and a Luas tram were set on fire as the city centre descended into chaos last night – with Gardaí attacked by rioters and shops looted. It comes after a five-year-old girl is “still in a very serious condition” in hospital this morning after yesterday’s attack outside a school on Dublin’s Parnell Square.Andrea was joined by listeners, locals and others working in the city to discuss...
'You act with instinct' - Heroic Deliveroo rider stopped Parnell Square attacker with helmet
A five-year-old girl is “still in a very serious condition” in hospital this morning after yesterday’s attack outside a school on Dublin’s Parnell Square.Andrea Gilligan was joined by Caoi Benicio, a Deliveroo rider who stepped in to stop the attacker yesterdat on Parnell Square. Anthony Boyle, a local man also joined the show...
USA Travel Tips: 'An amazing place'
Michelle Walsh Jackson, Travel Expert and Ed Finn, Award winning travel journalist joined Andrea LIVE at the Friends Experience in Dublin to give their advice for travel to America...
American football's popularity 'gradually growing' in Ireland
Amidst all the sports we have in Ireland, American Football is one that seems to be on the rise. There have been several amazing Irish Rugby and Gaelic players who have made their debut in the American Football scene in the states. Andrea was joined by South Dublin Panthers player Shane Brady, NFL Scout Tadhg Leader and Cian Fahey from Off the Ball...
Newstalk's Irish Christmas Guide - Gifts
We have teamed up with Guaranteed Irish to bring you Newstalk’s Irish Christmas Guide. Over the next 4 weeks we'll feature ideas for gifting, decorations, and festive fare – all from Irish based businesses. Discover the best ideas to make Christmas all about supporting local enterprises, in association with guaranteedirishgifts.ie. This week we put our focus on festive gifts with Andrea was joined by Mike Fitzpatrick from YOLO Print, Aisling Finn from the Book Resort joins me too Rebecca Singleton from Kybalion Jewellery and John Paul from UPiLOT – Flight Simulator…
How to Get Along With Friends and Family This Christmas Season
Having friends with different personality types can be a difficult thing to navigate. Some friends are more fiery than others while some are more timid and others are more anxious. So what are the best ways to make sure everyone gets along around the Christmas period? Life coach Mark Fennell joined Andrea to discuss...
Thanksgiving: 'It's all about getting together with family and friends'
Happy Thanksgiving! Lunchtime Live was LIVE from The Friends Experience in Dublin today. To celebrate all things Thanksgiving, Andrea Gilligan was joined by comedian, Jim Elliot, Patti Shields from Democrats Abroad and Law Lecturer in NUIG, Larry Donnelly...
Calls for self defence classes to be taught in secondary schools
The number of women that have taken up self defence classes has gone up 1,000% (one thousand) percent in the past few years.Some people are calling for self defence to be taught in schools. Is that a good idea? Or is it just another thing to put on schools? Andrea was joined by Anthony Cunnane, who teaches Krav Maga nationwide, Oisin, owner of Compound Martial Arts in Dublin, Eric Nelligan, Assistant Principal at St Munchin's College Limerick and other listeners to discuss...
'We make it a real celebration about someones life' - Irish people deal with grief better than others
The Journal of Traumatic Stress has published research showing that Irish people deal with grief better than most.Andrea was joined by Brianna Parkins, Columnist with Irish Times and Liza Clancy, Death Doula on Lunchtime Live to discuss...
'Not even close to enough support' for Irish music artists - RuthAnne
Does Irish music need more play time across Irish radio stations? Today, the Oireachtas Media Committee will to day discuss the importance of airplay in promoting Irish music.For more on this Andrea was joined by singer songwriter, RuthAnne, music journalist Danny McElhinney, musician Jack O'Rourke and more to discuss...
Weight stigma 'engrained in generations'
Is fat shaming still common in society? Singer Cliff Richard was on ITV's This Morning yesterday and came out a story in which he commented on Elvis Presley's weight.Is it ever ok to comment on somebody’s weight? Andrea was joined by listeners to discuss...
Christmas Parties: 'I've learned to say no!'
We are very nearly in the festive season – the Late Late Toy Show is on this Friday and next week we are into December. But, have you found yourself dreading the rush into Christmas? Have you ever found yourself overwhelmed with the obligation to meet friends and family and to go to work functions? Has a holiday - which is meant to be a relaxing time - turned into a time endless plans and obligations and in which you have no free time? Andrea was joined by Tara O'Connor from The Designed Table and listeners to discuss...
'I've given up' - Renters struggle to find affordable accommodation
One listener Raymond got in touch with Lunchtime Live because of a situation he’s dealing with in the house he shares...
'There should be no exceptional circumstances' - Legal loophole allowing drivers avoid penalty points
A legal loophole in the Road Traffic Act means some drivers have been able to avoid penalty points if they just get a disqualification from driving for one day. Some drivers have even been allowed to pick the day themselves. So for example could chose a Sunday – when they’re not working and don’t need to car. The Taoiseach has said he’s going to close all these loopholes. Do we take road safety seriously enough in this country? Andrea was joined by Evan O’Dwyer is a Solicitor specialising in road traffic law, Susan Grey, Founder of the Road Safety Group PARC and more to discuss...
Being pregnant with an eating disorder: 'It was incredibly mentally hard'
Listeners joined Andrea Gilligan last week on Lunchtime Live to discuss eating disorder services in Ireland. On Friday, parents of children dealing with eating disorders staged a peaceful protest and march at the Department of Health, calling for eating disorder services reform. Today, Andrea was joined by Seán and Dee to discuss their experiences...
Cut-the-Cost: Here's the best way to save money on your banking
As the cost-of-living crisis continues to bite across the country, Newstalk is here to help with a new online series highlighting the best ways to save on your bills.Cut-the-Cost will offer tips and advice on how to save on everything from energy and the weekly shop to modern essentials like broadband and phone contracts.Barry Whyte, Newstalk's Chief Reporter has done the hard work and sourced the best deals for your banking...
'We have to accept families as they are' - Is there still a stigma around being an only child?
Is there stigma around being an only child? Writer and commentator Barbara Neeson talked about her experiences of growing up as an only child in Belfast in the 1980s on Newstalk Breakfast. Are you an only child or do you have an only child? Today FM presenter Alison Curtis joined Andrea to discuss…
'A major invasion of privacy': Should Airbnbs be allowed have cameras?
Should Airbnbs be allowed have cameras? Andrea was joined on Lunchtime Live by Ian, who recently had an experience where he noticed security cameras inside his Airbnb.Eoghan Corry, Editor of Air & Travel Magazine and Liz Early, Airbnb host also joined the conversation...
Ask Me Anything: Life in Antarctica
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to visit Antarctica? How about to live in the coldest place on Earth for an extended period? What is life like as you near the South Pole? Today on Lunchtime Live’s ‘Ask Me Anything’ Andrea was joined by Gerard Ryan from Limerick, who spent three months stationed there back in 2017.
'There was only one bed’ - International students offered ‘sex-for-rent'
A survey by the Irish Council for International Students on the impact of the housing crisis on International Students has revealed some stark results. More than 1 in 10 students said that they have been a victim of an accommodation scam while 5% of those asked had either been directly offered a room in exchange for sex or seen an ad for a room in exchange for sex. Maura, a student from Bolivia joined Andrea Gilligan to discuss...
‘It was a struggle to get help’: Protestors call for reforms in eating disorders services
Parents of children dealing with eating disorders are taking to the streets of Dublin today for a peaceful protest and march, calling for eating disorder services reform. Newstalk's own Sheila Naughton and others in attendance joined Andrea Gilligan on Lunchtime Live to discuss...
'It's motivational' - The best music to do household chores to
Queen’s 'I Want to Break Free' has been voted the best song to clean your house to. The 1984 track has claimed the crown as the ultimate cleaning song, followed by the likes of 'I Will Survive' by Gloria Gaynor, and Cyndi Lauper’s 'Girls Just Want to Have Fun.'The song famously has an accompanying video with Freddie Mercury vacuuming in drag – which may have helped! Andrea Gilligan was joined by Scientist, Phil Smyth, Siobhan Byrne Director and owner of Body Byrne Training and Emma Maclean, Owns Macleans Cleaning Service