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Who makes the Best Banger in the Northeast? We're on the hunt for the nicest butcher shop's breakfast sausage, with head judge Peter Whelan on hand to launch our search. Brewers Fergal Carroll and Cathal Byrne are onto something special with their non alcoholic Fierce Mild extra pale ale. The talented Dr Austin Duffy who is both oncologist & author and originally from Dundalk, joined us as his...

In the wake of the conviction of her uncle by marriage, for sexual assault on three nieces, Laura Standing spoke about the devastating impact its had on her life. Navan Town Centre's new stylist Michelle Smith had a word, Nadia Duffy is proud of their "Big Boy" '99s at Ross Cross Service Station, Dan Donoher confirmed that the Croke Park Herring Gull is alive and well and our own James McElearney...

Kathy Maher and Anna McKenna are understandably two really happy Armagh women today! Declan Bailey from Business Tech Help explained how to safeguard our cards and payments on our phones. Maurice O'Connor President of Drogheda Chess Club, who recently set a Guinness World Record, dropped by with his chess board. While Omeath Postmaster PJ McGivern is looking to deliver a letter to Freya and her Co...

Brothers Niall and Declan McNally are walking from Armagh to Croke Park for very good reason. Oisin McConville, star of the Armagh team that brought Sam Maguire back to the Orchard County twenty-two years ago, believes Sunday's final against Galway is almost too close to call! Drogheda Brass Band are thrilled to have brass band royalty, Glyn and Helen Williams, with them once again this year for t...

No laughing matter for comedian Joe Rooney when it comes to the abuse he's had since partaking in the Navan Pride Festival. Nicky Kyle could only laugh at the contention that potato growing gardeners are the source of blight! Gerry was only delighted to chat with his this far book of the year author Cathy Sweeney and Professor Kevin McGuigan enlightened us on a most successful water project in Mal...

Dave Hewitt from Irish Mini Breaks told of the challenges he and others face, as so much visitor accommodation is no longer available. Seamus McMahon reflected on his Brehon Brewhouse business ten years on. Vroomtown children's author Emer Conlon unveiled her 7th book in the series, featuring a totally new truck called Vabis! While Dundalk chef John Kenwright, is all set to take part in the final...

Harry Smith lives in hope for an All Ireland final ticket to keep his incredible run going, Ciaran Gallagher is a fourth generation fisherman who has moved into processing his own catch, Larry Staudt believes our loss of spirituality is detrimental to mankind and Leah Taaffe told of her mother Tracy's ongoing cancer battle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Irish American and Democrat John H Shanahan, reflected on Joe Biden's withdrawal from the US Presidential race and what now might happen? Domiciled in the Northeast for years, Bryan Collins and Aidan Greene, are two very happy Clare men today! Susan Kerwin from Bat Rehabilitation Ireland revealed why bats are struggling again this summer and ace golfer Brendan Lawlor is hosting Ireland's first dis...

Shay Casserly made James Casserly's day with a VIP invitation to Ablefest after the young wheelchair campaigner couldn't attend his school debs as the venue was inaccessible! Irene Gahan from Academy Books brought us a raft of wonderful reading recommendations, Rick Cronje chipped in with the wines to match and David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action. Hannah Berner provided the...

First stop today was the voice of travel by Train or Dart in Ireland Michael Comyn, who took us on a fascinating journey! Next to arrive was the mercurial Mattress Mick - what a man, what a story. Katie Maguire is moving from in front of the lens to behind it, as she pulls from her life experience of chronic ill health, in making what will be a powerful short film aptly called "Warrior". Our final...

Counsellor Rhoda Smith spoke to us about teenagers dealing with the sudden loss of a friend. John H Shanahan reflected on the state of play in the US Presidential race. Mary Farrelly's new book "The Dog Knows Do You?" is a fascinating concept and read while Collette Farrell is so pleased the Lighthouse Project at Mornington Beach has come to fruition! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...

Money Doctor John Lowe on succession and inheritance, Amanda Alty from Meath Women's Refuge about their domestic violence podcast series, the Louth Urban Food Sanctuary project and another observational on life from Sinead Burke! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laura Armada is one happy Spanish lady today! On St Swithin's day, Fr Paddy Rushe delved into the saint who is associated with rain and would you believe it, to counterbalance, a raft of Child Of Prague images followed from listeners. Sean Collins reflected on the history of Fair Street, the new council offices and the future development of Drogheda town centre. Alan Currans is sailing round these...

With many in the Northeast in shock and heartbroken, Gerry spoke poignantly about thirteen year old Zara Murphy, who died tragically while playing football in Termonfeckin last evening. Justin Kinsella explained the workings of 3D printing technology in building homes. Grace Tierney fooled around with words, Kathy Crinion brought us up to date about the story of her great great grandmother while L...

Philip Quinn offered his thoughts on the new Irish soccer manager ahead of his unveiling at an Aviva stadium press conference. Tina Doran's story could have been so different had she had her blood pressure checked. Andy Drummond explained what the charity Habitat for Humanity and their ReStore in Drogheda is all about. Seven year old Freya Doolan's appeal to Meath County Council ,about the playgro...

No better man than Rory O'Connor to brighten up a dreary afternoon! Dave Robinson is actually tapping into rain water, Dr Kate McCann advised on caffeine & energy drinks and Monique Piper is doing her best after losing her soulmate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jacqueline McGeough lost an eye but her life was ultimately saved, physiotherapist Robbie Smyth is Olympics bound, Trim flies the flag for Meath and Ireland in an international competition and Orla O'Connor told of a community coming together to support families in Gaza. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following on from the Girls in Green revelations, Stephen McGuinness General Secretary of the PFAI and Bernard O'Byrne former FAI CEO, reflected on the fallout of what allegedly happened. Jason McGee is thrilled more of the history of brewing in Dundalk is to be digitised thanks to a new project at DKIT. Organic gardener Nicky Kyle advised on what to sow as July unfolds and Cliodhna O'Bric told of...

On Your Council Day we took Late Lunch to the headquarters of Meath County Council in Navan where we found out lots of aspects to the council that may not be apparent to many. The impact of library services, support for community developments and assisting businesses develop & grow. We also met new CEO Kieran Kehoe and recently elected Cathaoirleach Sharon Tolan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

What an afternoon we had at the Gary Kelly Cancer Support Centre as it celebrates its 20th Birthday! Barbara Kelly, Gary's sister-in-law and board member from its inception, reflected on how it all began, evolved and the challenges it has faced down the years. The centres choir sang beautifully while Ann Marie Reid and Susie Barrett told what the centre meant to them on their cancer journeys. Ger...

Shell shocked Ronan Quinn, who has worked in BD for thirty years, told how he and his colleagues were reeling from the news that the factory is to close. Davide Massi explained how he and his best friend Marco are now making traditional Italian sausages in Ireland. Chrissie Russell believes it's essential to bring technology on holidays with children. William Smith really knows his Limousin cattle...

Free Wednesdays at Heritage sites across the Northeast and much more, brought to life in his effervescent way by Mythical Ireland's Anthony Murphy. Dog trainer Hughie Rooney doesn't believe in banning breeds but understands what needs to happen. Pharmacist Kathy Maher is calling for a national scheme to facilitate the proper disposal of unused medicines, Sinead Burke is preparing for a coup and we...

Mia Green, who was the little lady who Taylor Swift gave her hat to on Saturday night at the Aviva Stadium, only got to the concert because her mammy gave her, her own ticket, that had been bought by her sister and Mia's aunt Sarah Durnin, who took Mia to the concert and joined us with Mia on Late Lunch today! Ednan Hameed told us about the abuse he encounters while driving his taxi. In Wildlife M...

Tom Dunne is a hero, having, in his little boat, rescued two young boys from the River Boyne. Louth goalkeeper Niall McDonnell's mother Lorraine, is so proud of her son, as all eyes turn to Croke Park on Sunday. Rosie Maye's roses are in full bloom, Rick Cronje brought us a couple of cracking wines from Byrne's in Dundalk and David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action. Our Classic Comed...

Our very own Ruth O'Connell met her idols Crowded House. European Affairs Correspondent with Euronews, Meabh McMahon, reflected on the political composition of Europe following the recent elections. Dr Sabina Brennan has a new book about manifesting and Pat Wogan teed up the 21st staging of sand sculpturing and sandcastle making on Bettystown beach this coming Saturday. Hosted on Acast. See acast....