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  It’s UV Awareness Month, and right now in Ireland, more than 11,000 people are diagnosed with skin cancer every year - that’s more than any other type of cancer. And the shocking part? Most of those cases are preventable.  Jane Murray was diagnosed with Stage 2 melanoma and now she's sharing her story so that people can watch out for the signs.  

A new report by the Irish Independent has sparked serious debate after it revealed that some workers are getting sick certs online for just €25… without ever seeing a doctor. Doctor Brian Higgins from Galway Primary Care and Galway Skin Clinic joins Louise to chat about the potential implications.

UCD Student President Michael Roche chats to Louise ahead of tomorrows protest outside Leinster House. It comes as the Government has said they will be increasing student fees for the upcoming academic year by €1000.

A new survey has found that 9 in 10 people aged 18 to 34 know a friend or family member still living at home – and not by choice, but because they simply can’t afford a home of their own.  However , Casey Harris is a 25 year old from Dublin, she's sharing her journey of becoming a home owner on her Tiktok, proving it's possible to get on the housing ladder in Ireland as a young person on an a...

Jodie McCormack, who's a reporter with The Sun catches us up on what's been happening in the Love Island Villa this week! We've lost one Irish islander but gained another...

the Irish language is going through a revival, with Kneecap putting our native language on a global stage. Éamon from Gaeilgeoir Guides shares some advice on how you improve your Irish - even if you didn't listen in school!

Louise chats to Vini Cardoso, who’s taking on an incredible challenge - running the entire circumference of Ireland (2,200km!)in August to raise money for the RNLI.  He also shares his love for Ireland, and how he wants to embrace every part of our culture, including the language!

Inflation is rising again in Ireland, up 1.6% in the past year - and food prices are a big part of it. In fact, they've jumped 4.3% since this time last year. So if your groceries are suddenly €20 more and your basket looks sadder than ever... it's not just in your head.  Louise chatted to the host of The Irish Times ‘Better with Money’ Podcast, Aideen Finnegan, about how you can make your mo...

UV Protection Month is coinciding with one of the biggest heat waves Europe has seen! Shannon Mc Creery national education manager for Ultraceuticals skincare joins Louise to chat about how you can protect your skin in the sun.

Students heading back to college this September will face higher fees, as the Government rolls back the €1,000 cost-of-living reductions introduced over the past three years.   Incoming University of Galway Student Union President Maisie Hall chats to Louise about the impact this increase will have on students who are already facing high costs.

Courtney Callaghan of Fusion Fashion and Entertainment joins Louise to recap on Glastonbury 2025!

Ireland's favourite female Irish artist, Lyra, joins Louise to chat about her new single 'Weird Club'. She also chats about her time spent in South America with Ray Goggins and Leo Varadkar.

It’s expected almost one million people in Ireland are affected by a  form of chronic illness. But when you search for it on social media – you’ll find people talking about how lonely it feels to have a chronic illness.   People are often dismissed by doctors for years, and are suffering in silence before they finally reach a diagnosis. James Greene is one of those people, he w...

Claire Liddy chats to Louise about GAA Palestine's upcoming summer tour. Their bringing 47 people from the West Bank to play GAA and explore Ireland in July. You can find more information on their socials @GAA_Palestine

Cailíní Lua are an up and coming Irish girl band, as they say themselves their making Irish trad music 'sexy'! The girls got to play a surprise set in The Celt Irish pub on Sunday night with none other than Zach Bryan himself!

Valerie chats to Dylan Murphy who's the owner of XIV Clothing, which is a Donegal based sustainable fashion brand.

Sligo man Ollie White is on an epic adventure- he's cycling from Madrid to Glastonbury which is over 15,000km! You can follow his journey on socials @TheOllieWhite where you will also find a link to donate to North West Hospice and Doctors Without Borders.

Jodie Mc Cormack , who's a reporter with The Sun, joins Valerie to give us the rundown on what's happening in the Love Island villa this week.

Valerie is joined by award-winning journalist, author, documentary maker, and podcaster Aoife Grace Moore.     She’s been a target of online abuse and now co-hosts the podcast Trolled – it's a space where they dive into the dark world of trolling with guests from all walks of life.  

Valerie is joined by freelance journalist Meghann Scully to talk about the importance of road safety , a cause that’s deeply personal to her. In 2005, Meghann tragically lost her brother Marcus in a road traffic accident. He was just 18 years old. It comes ahead of a very busy weekend ahead on the roads

Content creator and business owner Caroline Mc Kenna , who is known online as @acountydownunder discusses how online abuse from anonymous people on Tattle Life impacted all areas of her life.

Séan Leddin owner of Fíor Jewellery chats to Valerie about his business, that he set up while in college!

We’re going to be chatting about eating disorders, body image, and disordered eating behaviors in this podcast - including references to restrictive diets and weight loss content circulating on social media. If this topic is sensitive for you, please take care while listening. And for support, you can freephone the Samaritans 24/7 on 116123 or visit hse.ie for a full list of supports.   Jen P...

Amie Wiley joins Valerie to discuss all things to do with navigating life in your 20's .Amie is from Clare but is based in New York, she owns her own fitness coaching business called Active with Amie. You can find her on socials @amie_wiley

Le Boom chat to Valerie about why they incorporate Irish language in their tracks and their secret gigs!