Lunchtime Live

Tánaiste and Minister for Finance Simon Harris is expected to approve proposals aimed at strengthening access to cash, building on rules introduced last year that set minimum standards for ATM and cash service provision. Under the measures, the public will be able to raise concerns directly with the Central Bank if they experience difficulties accessing cash in their area. So, should cash be more...

One of the oldest clichés in the book is that men prefer things and women prefer people, well researchers have just proved that may be true! But what do you think, is this the main difference between men and women? Joining Andrea to discuss is Dr Brendan O’Shea, Kildare GP, and Assistant Adjunct Professor in General Practice In Trinity College, Comedian Julie Jay, Comedian Claire Roche, and Editor...

We’ve decided to do a deep dive on some of our favourite albums and artists to explore the stories behind them. What did artists really think of each other? Where did the inspirations from the songs come from? Joining Andrea to discuss is Today FM Presenter Clodagh Lawlor, who’s going to talk through the life and work of Luke Combs!

Newstalk’s Caoimhe Harney had a recent experience where her dad had to go to A&E. Unfortunately, the quality of service was very poor… Have you had a recent negative experience with A&E? She joins Andrea, as well as Stephen McMahon from the Irish Patients' Association, to discuss.

Minister for Children, Norma Foley, is today set to introduce a new maximum fee cap for childcare providers that receive State funding. The move comes amid growing concern over the high cost of childcare, with many parents facing significant financial pressure and others unable to afford childcare services altogether. The proposed cap aims to help make childcare more accessible and affordable for...

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…

The Government has launched a new €8,500 scrappage scheme for electric vehicles. Its aim is to incentivize the owners of older, more polluting diesel and petrol internal combustion engine vehicles to scrap them and apply the scrappage value to the purchase of a battery electric vehicle. It will be ringfenced for people living outside the major cities of Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick and Waterford...

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 dealing with pelvic girdle pain!

We are just after the June bank holiday weekend and a very busy weekend, especially in Dublin. But after it, do we really need the bank holiday weekends? The number of accidents go up, price hikes from hotels and there’s traffic everywhere. On the other hand, it’s an extra day off work, time out with friends and family and it breaks up the monotony. Joining Andrea to discuss this is Accountant Joe...

Lunchtime Live Producer Niamh is off this week, and is supposed to be kicking back and relaxing in sunny Portugal, but things have not gone to plan… Niamh joins Andrea, as well as Consumer Expert & Presenter of the Home Show Sinead Ryan and listeners to discuss.

For this week’s Ask the Expert, Andrea is joined by Editor of Travel Extra Eoghan Corry to answer any of your travel questions!

Whether you support football or you don't, there is no doubt that you have seen an increase in the number of football jerseys. With artists such as CMAT, Fontaines D.C. and Oasis all releasing their own version of them, it's hard to escape. But why are they the ‘it’ piece? Joining Andrea to discuss is Fashion Broadcaster & Stylist Emily O’Donnell, author & Journalist Aoife Moore and David...

Andrea’s guest came to her attention through a social media video that struck a chord with many people. In it, he spoke about the difficulties of finding accommodation in Dublin for his 82-year-old father… Gordon Hickey, known online as @Do. Dublin. Better, shared the video with his dad, detailing their ongoing struggle to find suitable housing that would allow him to live closer to his family. Go...

The CSO vital statistics regarding births, deaths and marriages were released today at 11am. These stats give us an insight into trends within the country. Joining Andrea to look at the numbers is Statistician Sean O’Connor, Celebrant and Broadcaster Ruth Scott and Editor of One Fab Day, Ciara Elliot.

Katie Gallagher, Spin News Anchor, has her finger on the pulse for what’s happening and she joins Anna Daly with the things you don’t want to miss this week! Image: ITV2

A young man in his 20s was attacked and murdered in the early hours of Monday morning after he attended a gig at a venue in Grafton Street… Qayyum Balogun was treated at the scene before he was later pronounced dead at St Vincent's Hospital. What does this say about our capital city? Is it safe, or do we need more Garda presence and stricter punishments to prevent crime in future? Joining Andrea t...

For this week’s Ask Me Anything, Alex Conyngham from Slane Castle joins Andrea to answer any of your questions about the venue.

Singer-Songwriter CMAT has posted a very honest piece online about her “deep sadness” over being body-shamed after BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend performance. Does more need to be done about online abuse? Joining Andrea to discuss is Melanie Finn, Entertainment Correspondent for the Irish Independent.

There were jubilant and emotional scenes yesterday as Jordan and Cian Adams completed their thirty third and final marathon in a bid to raise awareness and vital funds for dementia. Jordan undertook the incredible challenge to run 33 marathons in 33 days in every county in Ireland to pay tribute to the 12 family members he lost to dementia. The boys lost their own mother, Geraldine, to frontotempo...

Why are statues being vandalised? It was reported this week that repairs were being done on the Luke Kelly statue on Guild Street because of damage done by tourists... So, should statues be better protected? Joining Andrea to discuss this is Mark Fay, North Wall Community Representative, John Coll, who is the sculptor of the Luke Kelly Statue on South King Street and listeners.

Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joined Andrea with a roundup of some of the stories from across the country this week.

With temperatures climbing into the mid-20s this week, many people have been making the most of the sunshine and warm weather. However, increased exposure to the sun also brings a higher risk of sunburn and long-term skin damage. In light of this, calls are growing for VAT to be removed from sun cream and similar products, with campaigners arguing that they should be recognised not as cosmetic ite...

The summer weather is certainly here in full force, so how do you stop yourself from melting inside your home? This week, the Home Squad are here to discuss how you can keep your house cool! Joining Andrea to discuss is Jenny Sheehan, Co-Host of ‘Rip it up: The Renovations Podcast’ (@workerscottage on Instagram) and Jenny Butler, Interior Architect & Designer and Director of Jennifer Anne Inte...

What would you do if you were told that there was virtually no chance of getting pregnant and fulfilling your dream of becoming a mother? Health Coach Cristíona Aston is 45, and based on her age and AMH score, she has been told to grieve and move on… She refuses, and joins Andrea to discuss her fertility journey.

Campervans and motorhomes are growing in popularity every year, with more people choosing life on the road to explore Ireland and travel further afield. But what is so appealing about travelling this way? Is it freedom and flexibility, the chance to discover hidden gems, or simply a more affordable way to holiday? And does Ireland currently have enough facilities and infrastructure to support the...