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The Other Side of Politics featured Caroline O'Reilly today, Antonia Daly joined us as our Book Reviewer, Paddy Comyn returned as our Motoring Expert and David Sheehan brought us his usual first class preview of the weekend's sporting action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eoin O'Malley took us back to the halcyon days of politics when Charlie Haughey and Garret Fitzgerald took turns to rule the roost. Aoife McPartlin said adios to our swifts, swallows and martins for another year. Ita Marmion, Joan Gilmore and Joy Daly, who are part of a legendary charity fundraising team, are all set for their annual coffee morning at Swans Curragha. While James Coffey is chuffed...

Aviator and Professor Jim Bishop explained that the heat has been taken out of the situation on the ground following the assassination of Charlie Kirk but deep divisions fuelled by untruths prevail in the USA. Sophie Morris, who is on a winner with her new book Sophie's Swaps, had a great chat with Gerry. Peter Kavanagh, marking forty years at his pharmacy business in Dunshaughlin, reflected on a...

The new Marquis Conyngham Alex, joined us for the first time since the death of his father Henry, as he assumes the title and responsibilities at Slane Castle. Matchmaker Mairead Loughman is confident of finding love for farmers at the ploughing championships. Gerry McDonnell from Harp Renewables has the perfect solution for food waste and Fr. Joe McGrath loves to belt out a song at wedding ceremo...

Declan Bailey took us through the features of the new iPhone 17 and Apple suite of products. Annmarie O'Connor inspired us as she spoke about her memoir called "Twitch" about being diagnosed with early onset Parkinson's disease. Soroptimists Margaret Geraghty and Fiona Matthews told us about their campaign around human trafficking and Alan Doherty gave a shout out to carers to join the new Dun Cro...

It's mushroom hunting season and mycologist Bill O'Dea knows his mush from his shrooms! The Murphy's, Owen and Anthony, spoke in glowing terms about the forthcoming Boyne Valley Walking Festival. House of Colour's Maria Macklin had lots of advice on autumn fashion and second hand September. David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action and we enjoyed a laugh with the inimitable Lee Mack! H...

The Other Side of Politics with Maeve Yore, Vet of the Year Daniella Heekes, Dr Kate McCann on ageing well and Jack Kavanagh completes a marathon challenge for Spinal Injuries Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Drogheda Dolls founder Natalie Kelly says the show goes on despite the closure of the Dolls House. Financial advisor Sean Matthews covered off pensions, Dermot McElroy advised on solar panels and retrofitting homes while Nicky Kyle set out our gardening tasks for September. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ambrose Clinton brought his renowned expertise to bear on hair loss and care, Irene Gahan is marking a decade of her Drogheda Grinds Academy, Suzie Higgie brings her songs and music to Dundalk to remember Conway Savage and Aine Farrelly told us about their canned milk business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nicole Gaule told the heart breaking story of her niece Emily's situation, Mick Hughes is recognised for his support of Ukraine, Gerry brought us back to yesterday's Dip in the Nip Northeast, we heard what's available at Four Swan's Therapy and Deirdre McCormack explained the rebranding of the business park in Ardee. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jim Bishop despairs about his beloved USA, author Andrew 'OConnor is back with a brilliant new book, Tony Kierans carries on the family motoring tradition and David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Catching up with former Green Party leader Eamon Ryan, Solene Scherrer on dealing with unwanted clothing, autumn in Rosie Maye's wonderful garden and Mary Ann Gosling brings the European Council of Grandmothers to Dundalk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bagatelle's Ken Doyle on the unveiling of a commemorative bench to Liam Reilly and John O'Brien. Laura Armada about the toxic overload we're all bombarded with daily and the alternatives. Leo Reilly's Machu Picchu challenge for MND and Jack Kavanagh giving it his all for Spinal Injuries Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Allen O'Donoghue on transitioning from school to college and beyond, Grace Tierney's Wordfoolery, Rick Cronje's wine recommendations and David Sheehan previewing the weekend in sport. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author Sam Blake has her identity stolen, Darragh McCullough turns around his coffee business, fast fashion in focus and Ita McGuigan from Maynooth University advises on the CAO offers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Public health specialist Dr. Gabriel Scally reflected on Covid19 times, young Rowan O'Neill's cancer is in remission, veterinarian Sinead Kelly offered lots of advice to listeners and Paddy Muckian, inventor of the egg dispensing machine, sells his product world-wide! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Boys from MoChara rocked the airwaves and why wouldn't they after being named as the brewers of the Best Craft Beer in Ireland! Danielle Timmons was also over the moon as the Book of Memories Cafe in Kells is shortlisted for a National Good Cause Award. Undertaker Thomas Curtis highlighted a problem with AI and death notices. While Conor Kavanagh was just back from that marathon cycle to Istan...

It's blackberry picking season and Anne Frehill loves the tradition! Michael Comyn's "Mind the Gap" Podcast is now also in book form. Geraldine Cussen is backing Vision Ireland's "Clear Our Paths" campaign all the way. While Rathkenny National School is supposed to re-open but there's no pupils to be taught? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Halpin, Principal of St Oliver's Community College and four of his Leaving Certificate students, who received their results today, joined us to reflect on their achievements and what they plan to do beyond school. Maria Porter is onto something really special with her KnowMe Tag. Dance teacher Aisling Nally and owner of Studio A is celebrating ten years in business with success on the World s...

Gavin Tiernan and Sean Grehan from County Louth Golf Club, who have been selected for the GB & Ireland Walker Cup to face the USA, joined us to reflect on their wonderful achievement. Talented Navan siblings, Meabh and Mike McMahon, popped in for a lovely chat on a visit back home. Tenors Gavan Ring and Sean Tester would just make you want to go along to the new season of Drogheda Classical co...

Bernadette McAliskey offered her views on world and Irish matters, Frank Dillon reaffirmed that no one should be ALONE, in wildlife matters Aoife McPartlin focussed on squirrels and Maria Flynn had big news from Ballymakenny Farm! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah Carey has her finger on the pulse as the Presidential election race hots up. Peter McCluskey has written a gem called "Long Story Short". Dr Kate McCann offered lots of fantastic advice for parents as children return to school. Beekeeper Eoghan Mac Giolla Codha put the threat from the Yellow Legged Hornet to the native Irish honeybee in perspective. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

New CEO of Birdwatch Ireland Dr. Andrew Kelly dropped in for a chat, Nicky Kyle guided us through the organic vegetable garden for August, Duleek & District Darts League celebrates its 50th anniversary and Oasis mega fan Brian Heavey reflected on seeing them in Dublin on Saturday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dip in the Nip 2025 is only weeks away and the crew are looking for more dippers to raise funds for NECRET and the Oncology unit at Drogheda Hospital. Conor Kavanagh is cycling from Meath to Istanbul for really good reason. Chris Norman, the original lead singer with Smokie, is still packing them in with his new band. David Sheehan looked ahead to the start of the new Premier League season and we...

Today Late Lunch came from Louth County Council's beautiful new Civic Offices on Fair Street in Drogheda, site of the former St Vincent's school, where Presenter Gerry Kelly began his education at five years of age many moons ago! We were joined by Louth County Council Chief Executive David Conway who reflected on his early months in the job and some of the main areas of focus for the future. New...