Lunchtime Live

For this week’s Ask Me Anything, Stephen Gallagher, Beekeeper and Founder of Swarms.ie joins guest host Anna Daly to answer any of your questions!

Doctors have issued an urgent warning about tampon use after a teenager in Drogheda was admitted to hospital suffering from toxic shock syndrome and organ failure during her period. In Ireland, 50% of girls aged between 12 and 19 in Ireland report occasional period poverty, where financial constraints limit access to menstrual hygiene products. As a result of this, many young women do not have suf...

Now, it’s time to chat about duvet days - taking a day off, even if you aren’t strictly under the weather, whether that be from work or school. Is offering children the occasional day off a restorative act that could benefit their mental health or a big no no? This is the question posed by Freelance Journalist and mother Niamh O’Reilly, who joins guest host Anna Daly, alongside Brendan Kelly, Prof...

It’s an exciting day for Harry Styles fans today, as his new single ‘Aperture’ was released at midnight last night. Not only that, he also announced his 2026 tour, ‘Together Together’, last night - with shows in Amsterdam, New York, Mexico City and London. Guest host Anna Daly is joined by three of his enthusiasts, Newstalk’s own Niamh Dunne, Cathal Minogue of Today FM and Jane Cowan, Irish Examin...

Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins guest host Anna Daly with plenty of stories from around the country this week!

Irish dancing is known for its high kicks, intricate footwork, and iconic curly hair, but at its core it demands years of training and dedication. As competitions become more frequent, some believe the growing focus on appearance and glamour may be overshadowing true talent. Registered Orthopedic and Strength and Conditioning Specialist Peter O’Grady warns that the modern image of an Irish dancer...

You spend a lot of your life on one, so how do you know if you’re sleeping on the right mattress for you? This week, the Home Squad are here to discuss all things mattresses! Joining Andrea to discuss is Jenny Sheehan, Irish Examiner Columnist and former winner of ‘Home of the Year’ (@workerscottage on Instagram) and Kate O’Driscoll, @victorianrathmines on Instagram.

Collagen banking is the newest anti-aging skincare trend, but what exactly is it, and how does it work? Professor Caitriona Ryan, Consultant Dermatologist at Institute of Dermatologists and Blackrock Clinic joins Andrea to discuss.

Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien, alongside the National Transport Authority, has announced that contactless ticketing on public transport will come into effect in 2028. This will allow passengers to pay using bank cards, phones and other smart devices, yet we are one of the last major European cities to introduce the technology. Joining Andrea to discuss this is Feljin Jose, Spokesperson fo...

As Ireland gear up for their World Cup qualifiers this March, excitement is building among supporters eager to back the team in green. That enthusiasm, however, may be tested by the price of the newly released Ireland jersey, which goes on sale today. Fans looking to kit themselves out will have to dig deep. The adult jersey costs €145 for the player-fit version, while the regular fit is priced at...

We’ve decided to do a deep dive on some of our favourite albums to explore the stories behind them. What did the artists really think of each other? Where did the inspirations from the songs come from? Joining Andrea to discuss is Head Tour Guide at the Irish Rock ‘N’ Roll Museum Experience, Alan Buckley, who’s going to talk through The Saw Doctors’ ‘If This Is Rock and Roll, I Want My Old Job Bac...

There have been several calls over the past few months about removing counselling notes from victims of sexual assault and rape from trials and court cases. Paula Doyle is a rape survivor and activist who has been protesting around Dublin in aid of this. She joins Andrea to discuss. Helplines: DRCC.ie National 24-Hour Helpline - 1 800 77 8888

It seems that every day, when we look at social media, a new person is emigrating. Typically, they’re heading off to Australia, Canada or America, with thousands of Irish people now calling those countries home. Something we see less often is people heading off to places like China, but that’s not to say there’s no Irish community out there. Newstalk Reporter Emily Ke...

Commuting in Ireland is no longer working. That’s the claim from the Labour party today as they say the country is in crisis. Are they right? Joining Andrea to discuss is Kildare South TD Mark Wall, Jamie Groom, CEO and Co-Founder of Rent a Recruiter and more.

Lunchtime Live's Reasons to be Happy looks at some of the news stories that you might have missed that will leave you feeling more optimistic. 98FM’s Cathal O’Sullivan joined Andrea in the studio to put a smile on your faces…

Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary has reiterated his position that his airline will not be purchased by Elon Musk - after the X owner continued to say he would on social media. What do you think? Should Elon Musk be allowed to buy Ryanair? Joining Andrea to discuss is Editor of Travel Extra.ie , Eoghan Corry, as well as listeners.

Every Wednesday afternoon, we’ll be talking Making Babies. Andrea will be joined by a professional to cover every area of trying to have a baby. From the very start of knowing how to prepare, right up to pregnancy – and all the bumps in the road in between. This week, as a special treat, Andrea is joined by Assistant Director of Midwifery and Nursing for the National Maternity Hospital, Teresa McC...

Tradfest kicks off today! It’s a celebration of Irish music and culture that runs until Sunday. To celebrate and discuss, Andrea is joined by Shay Casserley, who’s part of the festival…

Legislation has been approved to allow Gardaí increased capacity to intercept digital communications. However, the Irish Council of Civil Liberties has criticised the move as “profoundly intrusive.” So, what could this legislation mean for Gardaí, and more importantly what can it mean for the general public? Joining Andrea to discuss is former Garda Sergeant Christy Galligan, as well as listeners.

For this week’s Ask the Expert, Andrea is joined by Dermot Goode, Health Insurance Expert with Totalhealthcover.ie to answer any of your health insurance questions!

Many of us have been unfortunate enough to walk in dog poo when walking on Irish roads. Even with a fining system in place and poo bags available in some public areas, some people could not be bothered to clean up after their dog. Cllrs in South Dublin have called for a new way to fine culprits. By introducing a DNA swab, we will be able to track the dog back to their owners and prevent further li...

Grief is tough under any circumstance, but losing a baby before they were born, and then having to fight for their right to be recognised, would really compound that pain. Niamh Murphy has had to go through just that, and joins Andrea to discuss.

The 2026 National Football Leagues launches in Croke Park today, but how far have we come with closing the gap between coverage of men’s and women’s sport? Joining Andrea to discuss is Corporate Affairs Director with Lidl Eimear O’Sullivan, Footballer for Armagh Aimee Mackin and former Ireland International rugby player Andrew Trimble.

It's How I live well time! Where someone joins to discuss what they do to improve their life... This week Andrea is joined by Nutritionist Aileen Cox Blundell (@babyledfeeding on Instagram) to discuss how food can impact your mood!

Brooklyn Beckham has taken to Instagram to open up a feud with parents David and Victoria Beckham. Brooklyn said on his social media, his parents tried to ruin his relationship with his wife; they care more about endorsement and public image above all, and not to mention that infamous dance. Allegedly, Posh Spice overtook his first dance with his new wife to dance "inappropriately” with her own so...