Live95 Limerick Today Podcasts

Live 95's Luke Liddy, Mal Keaveney and Mike Aherne join Joe to look ahead at what's coming up in sports this weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Limerick GAA 2023 Annual is out now and is available in shops across the county for the first time since 2016. The 420 page annual is the largest of it’s kind yet- and it takes a look back on the incredible 2022 season of Limerick GAA when we won the three-in-a-row for the first time! Paul Anglim is the editor of the annual and he joins Joe to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...

A new music-driven festival in Newcastle West organised by local Musician Emmet Scanlan will see various performances including the likes of Brendan Markham from well known local band, The Driven.  Live 95’s Anne Marie’s been chatting to Emmet, and getting a flavour of the music from Brendan Markham who performs alongside Emmet this morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...

In a society where we’ve seen closures of Limerick nursing homes, what is the future looking like for those who need the service of a nursing home?  A newly formed support group for smaller family run nursing homes says there is a real threat of further closures. Shane Scanlan from The Alliance joins Joe to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement, students from Gaelcholáiste Luimnigh in Limerick read and distribute printed copies of Senator George Mitchell’s speech to members of the public outside Bedford Row. Joe is joined by Gaelcholáiste Luimnigh student Neasa, Live 95's Nigel Dugdale and Irish author Colum McCann, co-founder of Narrative 4 to discuss w...

The Sideline Cut with Luke Liddy and James Ryan brings you all the very latest from the GAA Championship from a Limerick point of view. Join us for in depth analysis, interviews and commentary highlights each week ahead of Limerick's championship games as John Kiely's men chase a famous four in a row of All Ireland titles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Government plans to phase out the reduced excise rate on petrol and diesel are being met with heavy criticism by the Rural Independent TDs. Paddy Comyn from AA Ireland and Independent TD Richard O'Donoghue joins Joe to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ralph Riegel is the Southern Correspondent for the Irish Independent and he joins Joe on the line to discuss the further delays to the retrial of Molly and Tom Martens for the killing of Limerick man Jason Corbett. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sinn Féin spokesperson on Housing, Eoin Ó Broin says the Minister for Housing Darragh O'Brien "must account for his failures and answer the question: Where are the affordable homes?". TD Eoin Ó Broin joins Joe to discuss the motion he is bringing forward a motion on affordable housing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Live 95’s Sandra Quinn took a trip out to Kilbehenny National School in the South of the County to talk to some students about their polytunnel and what they enjoy about growing their own food. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Set to break her previous Guinness World Record, Limerick harpist Siobhán Brady is gearing up to perform on the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. In 2018 she set the Guinness World Record for Highest Harp Concert at Singla Pass, India a height of over 16,000ft. All funds for this performance will go towards Cystic Fibrosis Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The IMO had their AGM last weekend in Kerry. The main topic discussed was increasing the eligibility on the GP visit card. According to the IMO, this would increase the number of people eligible for a GP visit card by 500,000 people. IMO Chairperson of the Limerick branch of GPs, Dr Conor Geaney joins Joe to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A women’s caucus event takes place in Limerick City Hall on Wednesday to encourage more women to get involved in local politics. Speakers on the day include former Ireland Rugby and Soccer player Jackie McCarthy, her daughter Sam McCarthy and Fine Gael Cllr Sarah Kiely who join Joe to tell us more about their experiences, background, and the event itself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

Over-the-counter medicines that contain codeine could soon move to prescription only. Rebecca Barry from Life Pharmacy on Ennis Road joins Gillian to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's coffee break, Gillian is joined by former Limerick mayor John Gilligan, Fran O'Donnell from Futurama Productions, and our own Aishlinn Kelly. They discuss US President Joe Biden's visit, the campaign to end maternity restrictions in hospitals, Millie Bobby Brown's engagement and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Becoming a mother can be daunting but having a community that offers support and advice can be a huge help when navigating difficulties throughout parenthood. Sasha Hamrogue is the Head of Digital at Wireless/Urban Media and she recently wrote a piece for the Irish Independent on why so many mothers rely on online parenting groups. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gillian is joined by Live 95's Trevor Anderson, Eleanor McSherry, and our own Maire on her very last day with Live 95! They review Yellowjackets on Paramount, the Netflix documentary Waco, Finding Michael on Disney Plus and the latest episode of Succession. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Limerick magician Steve Spade is set to receive a Merlin award later this year at an award ceremony often dubbed the "Oscars of Magic". Steve joins Gillian in the studio to tell us more about this and his upcoming show in Flanagan's alongside another renowned magician.. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Irish National Teachers’ Organisation has ramped up its campaign to reduce class sizes in Ireland. They say a two-point reduction in an average sized class is needed in the next two budgets. Gillian is joined by INTO Central Executive Committee Representative Anne Horan to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gillian is joined by Minister for State Niall Collins as they discuss President Joe Biden's visit to Ireland and the RSA's addition of 75 drivers in hopes to ease waiting times for driving tests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Limerick Musical Society are celebrating their 20th anniversary this week with a Titanic production. They perform a three-night run of Titanic the Musical at UCH starting this evening and Live 95's Nigel Dugdale has been chatting with cast member Ailbhe Roche about her own connection to a survivor of the ship... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Limerick Sinn Féin TD Maurice Quinlivan is calling on the government to take action in addressing the UHL overcrowding crisis where 1,995 people are currently being treated on trolleys. He joins Gillian to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dog attacks can be a very frightening experience and oftentimes we do not know how to react when confronted with an aggressive animal. What can we do when a dog attacks? Donal Ryan from City Vet Limerick joins Gillian to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Téacs Taistil is a brand new TG4 travel series with a twist, produced by Macalla set to hit our screens this Thursday the 13th! The 7-part series stars Today FM DJ and Limerick woman Louise Cantillon and she joins Gillian to tell us more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens if you or a family member becomes ill and is unable to make decisions around financial affairs? IFAC are advising in particular farmers to put in place an enduring power of attorney. Gillian is joined by Lorraine Donoghue head of HR and Legal at IFAC and Sean Lavery from the IFA Limerick who has an upcoming event around farm inheritance and farm succession. Hosted on Acast. See acast....