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After 12 weeks of lockdown, many of us are struggling with the idea of returning to 'normality'. Neisha Ahern from Catwalk Hair Consultancy joins Gillian Devlin on the line. Neisha shared a powerful video outlining just how she was feeling about the entire situation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are gladly celebrating the 30th anniversary of a different time in Ireland - Italia '90! Ireland reached the quarter finals of the Fifa World Cup, it was a defining moment in Irish history! Joe Nash is chatting to Declan Lynch, author of 'Days of Heaven Italia 90' and the 'Charlton Years' and journalist with Sunday Independent, our own JP Dillon, who DJ'ed during that glorious Summer, Gary Spai...

Today, folk-rock band, Hermitage Green have released their latest single, Lake Winnipesaukee. Joe Nash is chatting to band member Barry Murphy about releasing new music and the new drive in gig concept during the pandemic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this week's vitual coffee break chat Joe Nash is joined on the line by Melanie Power, of Power solicitors, Ray O’Halloran from MidWest Drugs and Alcohol Forum and Michael Gleeson, Guidance Counsellor at Ard Scoil Rís.. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Over the last seven weeks we've been airing a fantastic series called Mickey Macs Music memories - looking back at the music scene throughout the decades. The series originally aired in 2017, and Joe Nash is chatting to Michael McNamara about the great reaction it has received. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

St. John’s injury unit is now open 7 days a week, for the safe and efficient treatment of minor injuries. St John's have traditionally played a strong role in alleviating pressure on the ED at UHL, but especially now during the Covid crisis. Joe Nash chats to recent patient Greg Ashe and Suzanne Lynch, advance nurse practitioner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Vintners associations of Ireland are calling on social distance to be reduced to 1 metre, as for most establishments, reopening at such a reduced capacity of 2 metre social distance is just not viable. Joe Nash is joined on the line by  Robert Byrne, of Bobby Byrne’s bar, Patricia Roberts of Sash Restaurant at One Pery Square & Limerick Representative for the Restaurants Association...

7 years after the devastating flooding that happened in the St. Marys park area, residents are facing further delays for defenses to prevent floods happening again after An Bord Pleanala identified “deficiencies” in the planning. Joe chats to former Mayor John Gilligan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Covid-19 has had a catastrophic impact on the tourism sector and international aviation, so the support that the new Shannon airport Oireachtas members have pledged to Shannon group is welcomed. Joe Nash is joined on the line by TD Maurice Quinlavin and TD Kieran O'Donnell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the world continues to battle with the Covid-19 pandemic, Limerick woman, Aine Fay, is currently leading a team of over 400 Concern staff in South Sudan, East Africa where, on top of helping refugees who fled war and helping malnourished children in the world’s newest country, they are also helping prevent the spread of COVID-19. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Irish Independent journalist Ralph Riegel is on the line with Joe Nash to discuss his new book, 'A Dream of Death' which looks at the notorious murder of Sophie Toscan de Plantier in West Cork over two decades ago. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following a video of a large funeral in Limerick going viral, Joe Nash is joined on the line by TD Niall Collins and Fr Roy Donovan about what needs to be done and what sort of funerals are appropriate during this time of social distancing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Limerick city and county council hopes for summer 2020 Limerick can be transformed, with street tables and the pedestrianization of some streets in the city, however there are objections to pedestrianizing Catherine st, Joe chats to Madeleine Lyes, of Limerick pedestrian network, Michael Gleeson of Michael Gleeson Shoes on William Street and Anne O'Donnell from O'Donnell Boutique on Catherine Stre...

As the country slowing approaches the return to normal life, uncertainty still looms over the reopening of creches. Without childcare, people will be unable to return to work. Joe Nash is joined on the line by Frances Byrne, Director of policy and advocacy with Early Childhood Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As government formation talks continue, what is the latest on the situation and is progress being made towards forming a government. Joe Nash is joined on the line by minister of state, Patrick O'Donovan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Limerick business, Fitzgerald Skip Hire have been very busy over the last few months with decluttering one of the most popular activities during Lockdown but they now have another reason to celebrate  as they have been been awarded a quality mark signifying it meets the highest standards of service and trust.  It’s an independently verified standard mark for Irish businesses and is based...

Joe Nash is joined on the line by Aislinn NÍ Chaoimh BLM protest Limerick organiser, which has been moved on line to keep within Covid-19 guidelines, also on the line is John Lannon of Doras, discussing the direct provision process in Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The public are being invited to ‘Share the Sunshine’ and show their support for hospice frontline workers by making a donation, big or small, to their local hospice and to display a sunflower in their window on the 5th and 6th of June. Joe Nash is joined on the line by Declan Deegan, head of HR at Milford Hospice Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There is serious concerns being raised over the lack of cervical screening taking place during the Covid-19 crisis. Women can go shopping, buy a tin of paint or other things, but cannot get a potentially lifesaving smear test. Joe Nash is chatting to Irish independent journalist Ralph Riegel and Jennifer Purcell, originally from Limerick but now living in London who was diagnosed with Cervical can...

Chef Trisha Lewis, from Newcastle West, joins Joe Nash on the line to chat about her new book ‘Trisha’s Transformation: Beat the Bulge and Still Indulge’ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author Roisin Meaney has released a new book ‘The Restaurant’ about a woman who finds happiness in setting up a restaurant following heart break. Joe Nash chats to Roisin about the book and how she is coping during this pandemic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It has been raised on the show in the past, that children on scramblers around Limerick are posing a danger not only to themselves but others. Cllr John Costello is deeply concerned about the issue and joins Joe Nash on the line Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There is a serious dumping and litter problem in Annacotty and the wider Castletroy area. Joe Nash speaks to Cllr Sean Hartigan and a caller shares their experience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After the spell of dry weather, there is a possibility that there may be hosepipe ban implemented to conserve the water supply. Joe Nash is chatting to Ian O'Mahoney, operations lead for Irish Water in the Limerick area Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whether it is planning the perfect outdoor summer gathering - food, beverages, outdoor décor and safe socialising, we have some ideas to keep you entertained for summer, while staying safe. Joe Nash joined on the line by Limerick woman Vera Finn and wedding planner Sharon McMeel..  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.