Lunchtime Live

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 Alan Buckley from the Irish Rock ‘N’ Roll Museum Experience, who’s going to talk through the life and work of The Strokes!

There’s growing pressure on the FAI to boycott the Ireland v Israel football match after two major figures in Irish football, Brian Kerr and Louise Quinn, joined a campaign for the Nations League games not to be played. The FAI says it has no choice, and that refusing to play would seriously damage Irish football. So, should Ireland be refusing to play the game? If it goes ahead, will you watch it...

Professor Shane Higgins, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynecologist at the National Maternity Hospital joins Andrea this week to discuss the 20 week scan.

With hospital goers around the country spending a whopping 17 million euro on car parking charges, callers chat to Andrea about the additional parking expenses when going to hospital.

For this week’s Ask the Expert, Andrea is joined by Katie Mugan Lactation Consultant, Breastfeeding & Formula Feeding Specialist to answer any of your breastfeeding questions!

Many people will have flocked to the cinema this weekend to see the Devil Wears Prada 2, and you might have spotted some very stylish outfits, including gloves by Irish Designer Paula Rowan! Paula joins Andrea to discuss. Image: 20th Century Studios

Ahead of the Ryder Cup at Adare Manor in Limerick next September, some local residents are up in arms after the allocation of tickets... 1,500 complimentary passes have been handed out, but these are only for people living in the postcode, rather than the Parish of Adare. Andrea is joined by Bridie Collins, Fianna Fáil Councillor for the area and listeners to discuss this.

Labour Councillor Alison Field has been fighting for a suitable school place for her son James, who has autism. Despite assessments confirming James' needs, suitable schooling options are either unavailable or oversubscribed… Now, she’s decided to take her fight to the European Parliament. Alison joins Andrea to discuss.

Katie Gallagher, Spin News Anchor, has her finger on the pulse for what’s happening and she joins Andrea with the things you don’t want to miss this week! Image: NEON

James Geoghegan, Fine Gael TD for Dublin Bay South, is today introducing a Bill to significantly expand and streamline the use of CCTV across Dublin. Do you agree with this, or is it considered an invasion of people’s privacy? Joining Andrea to discuss is Willie White, Artistic Director at the Dublin Theatre Festival and listeners.

For this week’s Ask Me Anything, Dr Daryl Hendley Rooney, Museum Curator at the Little Museum of Dublin, joins Andrea to answer any of your questions around being a Museum Curator! Image: Little Museum of Dublin

While it’s customary to see people eat on their own around town, where do we stand about a night in the town with only ourselves as company? Would we rather be surrounded or do we embrace the table reservation for one? Would you go for a drink or dinner on your own? Joining Andrea to discuss this is Lise Hand, Journalist and Commentator, as well as listeners.

Around 26,000 people have applied for HSE funding to take Saxenda, one type of weight loss drug, since 2023. But, if you’re already on weight loss medication - how has it affected you? Joining Andrea to discuss their experiences is Writer and Director Amanda Brunker, as well as listeners.

A number of residents who have installed EV charging bollards in Adamstown have been given notice to remove them, but why exactly? Joining Andrea to discuss is Derren Ó Brádaigh, Sinn Féin Representative for Lucan, Derek Reilly from Nevo.ie and Bhauna Rana, a resident who has been impacted by this.

Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joined Andrea with a roundup of some of the stories from across the country this week.

First time buyers will now be able to borrow up to 5 times their salary to buy a home, under new proposals by Nua Money. This would be a change from the standard 4 times your salary, and would potentially return to Celtic Tiger lending patterns... So, is this a good move? Joining Andrea to discuss is Ray Cooke from Ray Cooke Auctioneers, Chrissy Hughes, who runs @firsttimebuyersireland on Instagra...

Inbuilt furniture is having a moment again, from fitted wardrobes and window seats to media walls, but when does it work, and when should you avoid it? This week, the Home Squad are here to discuss all about built-in spaces! Joining Andrea to discuss is Jenny Sheehan, Irish Examiner Columnist and former winner of ‘Home of the Year’ (@workerscottage on Instagram) and Jenny Butler from Jennifer Anne...

Oprah Winfrey has announced that she is coming to Dublin for a special event in the 3Arena. Would you be interested in going? Joining Andrea to discuss is Alexandra Ryan, CEO & Founder of Goss.ie and Norma Murphy, Co-Founder and Creative Director of ‘Up Close With’.

Once again, public transport options are limited for the bank holiday weekend. For DART users, there will be no dart from Connollly to Malahide to Howth, with a number of stations closed, and no additional buses being put on… Do these closures impact your weekend plans? Joining Andrea to discuss is Social Democrats TD for Dublin Bay North Cian O’Callaghan, Alex Garvey, Committee member of Dublin C...

What makes a perfect host? Is it providing dressing gowns or providing a blanket for dog guests? Is there something we’re all missing? Joining Andrea to discuss is Tara O’Connor from the Designed Table, James Kavanagh, Host of The Simper Life with James and William Podcast and Hazel Burton from the Home Reset.

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 Alan Buckley from the Irish Rock ‘N’ Roll Museum Experience, who’s going to talk through the life and work of Gorillaz!

How bad has our behavior become on pitch sidelines, not just in adult sports, but at children’s matches? One listener got in touch to express his shock and disgust at what he witnessed at his son’s Feile competition over the weekend. The competition, which was the focus of 14 and 15 year old players, saw management and parents hurling abuse at the young players as well as the other teams managemen...

The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals launched its 2026-2030 strategy today. In it, they call for a ban on horse-drawn carriages in major urban areas, and the ban of sulky racing on public roads. Joining Andrea to discuss is Martina Kenny, Co-Founder of My Lovely Horse Rescue and Catriona Lowry, the Reluctant Rescuer and Deirdre Heney, Fianna Fáil Clontarf Ward Councillor a...

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. Newstalk’s Meghan O’Halloran joined Andrea in the studio to put a smile on your faces…

Do you go to the gym on holiday? Or perhaps are you booking your citybreaks to tie in with triathlons or hyrox events? This seems to be the new trend amongst younger generations. Joining Andrea to discuss is Cheryl Lyons, Co-Founder of Try Train Fitness studio in Drumcondra and Sean Harding, owner of Back to Basics in Tallaght.