LMFM - The 11-1 Show - Podcasts

Are you buying a house? Feeling stressed by the process? Meet Emmet Creighton CEO of Lintil.com a free online platform that assists you through the entire process of buying a house from finding the right house to finally getting the keys, Emmet and the team help buyers with everything from the mortgage process to legal side of things to finding the right surveyor, the whole deal. Emmet is hoping t...

We get an update with Ally Byrne from Mullingar who is hoping to host a national head shave to raise much needed funds for various cancer research charities. Her husband Michael was diagnosed with incurable cancer earlier this year. Although they face a long battle Ally had good news to share today about Michael's health and the fundraising campaign. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

In October 2015 Garda Tony Golden was tragically killed in the line of duty, in his memory his colleagues set up the Tony Golden memorial cycle and have raised thousands for various charities in the local area, this year they hope to help raise funds for the Maria Goretti foundation. Pat O Shaughnassy caught up with Garda Aidan Hanlon and Neil O Malley organisers of the cycle to find out what's in...

As the Meath Senior Ladies prepare to step out in their first all Ireland final this weekend, Sinéad caught up with former Meath manager Mick O Dowd who is also agricultural business manager with Kepak the official lead sponsor of the ladies team who had wise words to impart to the ladies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meath cellist and founder of kids Classics Gráinne Hope is allowing people living in residential care homes in Meath to reconnect with their loved ones through music she has set up the Tea, Chat and Tunes series in association with Meath County Council which is proving very successful. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last week a regular listener reached out to the show to ask for help, she is trying online dating but says that her honesty and upfront nature is putting off potential partners and she is wondering what to do? We called in matchmaking expert Hugh Redmond from 2 connect.ie, and asked is honesty always the best policy when it comes to starting a new relationship or should we hold some aspects of our...

Sinead Boylan from Tullyallen is mum to twin boys with additional needs who attend the Abacus youth club she is taking part in the Boyne Camino walk to raise funds for the club, she received a really lovely surprise when a front line worker kindly donated something really special that has given the fundraiser a massive boost. She shared the story with Sinead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Although we are all a little too comfortable in our loungewear, it's time to ditch the tracksuit as many of us are returning to the office. Before you panic over what to wear that will look professional yet comfortable Image Maria Macklin was on hand to offer much needed style advice for those needing to refresh their work look. Plus Maria gives us a fascinating insight into the history of the hig...

Established since 1976 but now the future is uncertain for Dundalk's only brass band as due to a lack of funding the band maybe forced to close it's doors! Damien Reid long serving member and treasurer of the band told Sinéad how their bank balance is in the red and they are appealing for public support. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

VTOS Dundalk run by Louth Meath Education and training board is offering early school leavers and those who are in receipt of social welfare payments a second chance at education, Gareth Savage co-Ordinator for VTOS Dundalk explained the application process, the courses on offer and how applying to one of their courses is a major stepping stone to great education and career opportunities. Hosted o...

Parents of children with coeliac disease will know how much of a minefield back to school can be from making a nutritious gluten free lunch they will enjoy, to ensuring no cross contamination and not missing out on the occasional treat it can be tricky ensuring kids maintain a healthy balanced GF diet but help is at hand as the Coeliac society of Ireland have launched their back to school and coll...

Liz Yeates CEO of Marie Keating foundation knows all too well how devastating a diagnosis with cancer can be she battled the disease twice, she told Sinéad how vital services provided by Marie Keating foundation are for those on a cancer journey, in order to keep the services running they have announced the second Concert for cancer event on August 27th with an incredible line up of guests perform...

This month author Grace Tierney delighted us with stories about how Vikings who liked to bring their pillows whilst they pillaged to how magicians use prestidigitation as she explained the meaning of words like Foible, Bolster, Lethologica and much more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James mc Donagh a 15 year old student from Dublin feels really concerned about the declining bee population in this country and felt compelled to do something about it. He told Sinéad all about his Plan Bee project Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fiona Conroy from Navan Citizens information joined Sinéad with lots of information for expectant mothers and parents on applying for maternity benefit, the changes that are in place for those on PUP payment that are going on maternity leave and the guidelines for people who are self employed going on maternity leave. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian, actor and radio presenter Ross Browne's star is on the rise, he has partnered with Comedy Dynamics a huge distribution company who are producing his comedy special show 'Ja know what I mean' Sinéad caught up with Ross for a chat about the show, the beauty of the Cork accent and how he lied to Tommy Tiernan to get a gig. c Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you spot a middle aged man wearing nothing but a pair of blue speedos and walking boots don't be alarmed it's Speedo Mick the legendary Liverpudlian who is on his giving back charity tour of Ireland and the U.K. Mick told Sinéad how he fell on tough times in his younger years turning to alcohol and drugs becoming homeless, he hit rock bottom but through a lot of help he overcame his demons, set...

A fundraising challenge with a difference as Pat Rooney from Carrickmacross will attempt to climb Croagh Patrick with 15 litres of water strapped to his back to raise funds for impoverished communities in Uganda, he wants to raise funds and awareness of the great work Wells of life charity are doing. Aidan Jordan retired teacher from St Patrick's classical school Navan set up the Irish branch of t...

In May of this year David Butler from Kilbeg joined Sinéad on the show to make a special appeal on behalf of his 8 year old son Bear who has additional needs. Bear who is just 8 hadn't been outside his house in over a year as he needed a specially modified vehicle to transport his bigger motorised wheelchair. The family couldn't afford the huge cost of the vehicle so they set up a go Fund me page....

Drogheda based singer/songwriter Kellie Mc Ardle is back with a single that will make you want to dance, she told Sinéad how she returned to song writing in lockdown, how music helped her through a traumatic experience and how she is hoping to get back on stage performing! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back to school can mean extra expense on families but help is at hand as financial advisor Dave Kavanagh has top tips to help avoid stress when it comes to managing back to school costs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have a little on starting school in September? Laura Erskine from the parenting experts joined Sinéad with lots of advice for parents on how to prepare them for the big day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author Sue Russell was never really a cat person until Scrappy arrived in her yard some years back, he was always getting up to all sorts of adventures so she was inspired to write a children's book during lockdown based around how she imagines he might have ended up in her garden. Artist and illustrator Margaret Mc Kenna painted the images that bring the book to life, both ladies joined Sinéad fo...

This week renowned folk musician and songwriter Zoe Conway and her long time collaborator and husband guitarist John Mc Intyre are taking over LMFM Facebook page for Saturday Sets, Zoe told Sinéad what's instore for the set, plus how she and John coped during lockdown and how local musical projects have kept her going. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Does the choice of clothing of sports managers have an impact on how their team performs in competitions? An interesting point raised by image consultant Maria Macklin from House of Colour, she shares research she uncovered on tracksuit vs suit wearing football managers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.