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Lunchtime Live episodes

  • Would you travel abroad for endometriosis treatment?

    Endometriosis procedures in Ireland can have long waiting lists, which might make you want to look abroad for treatment…

    Sinead O’Neill did exactly that, and joins Andrea to discuss her experience of going to Greece for an endometriosis procedure. Keira O’Neill was also meant to discuss her hopes to get endometriosis treatment abroad, but was unable to join because of her condition, and sent in a statement read out by Producer Dee King.

    12 min
  • The Making of Bon Jovi’s ‘Slippery When Wet’

    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 Bon Jovi’s album, ‘Slippery When Wet’!

    12 min
  • Would you clone your pet?

    This week, the internet’s buzzing after NFL legend Tom Brady revealed he’s cloned his dog. It’s sparked a big question: if you could bring your beloved pet back, would you do it?

    Is cloning the ultimate act of love, or are we crossing a line nature never intended?

    Joining Andrea to discuss is Pete Wedderburn, AKA Pete the Vet, Laoise Downes, owner of Outpaws and Wedding Woofs and Suzie Walsh, Dog Behaviourist & Trainer.

    9 min
  • Do we live in an age without privacy?

    From CCTV to location services on the apps we use and even livestreaming cameras at self-service checkouts, we constantly have eyes on us.

    But, how safe are we in a world where we are constantly under surveillance?

    Joining Andrea to discuss is Caitríona Redmond, Consumer Columnist with The Irish Examiner, Ronan Murphy, Chief Executive for Smart Tech 24/7 and listeners.

    20 min
  • Making Babies: Weight and Age

    Every Wednesday afternoon, we’ll be talking Making Babies.

    Andrea will be joined by Professor Shane Higgins, Master of the National Maternity Hospital, 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, Shane joins Andrea to discuss the importance surrounding the weight and age of a pregnant woman.

    14 min
  • What makes a gentleman?

    Today, we’re asking: what truly makes a gentleman? Is it about style, manners, or the way we treat others? How has the idea of a gentleman evolved, and what it means today?

    Joining Andrea to discuss is 98FM Presenter, Luke Thomas, Mark Fennell, Life Coach and Meghann Scully, Broadcaster.

    9 min
  • Should we decriminalise drugs?

    In a bid to tackle the war against drugs in Ireland, The Labour Party will today call for a health-led drugs policy and decriminalization of people who use drugs.

    Labour’s Health Spokesperson Marie Sherlock TD has said the Government has failed to deliver on its promise of a health-led approach, and that criminalising, shaming and stigmatising people in addiction has created a broken system that punishes rather than supports.

    Would you be in favour of decriminalising drugs?

    Joining Andrea to discuss is Addiction Therapist in Limerick, Michael Guerin, as well as listeners.

    19 min
  • Who is behind the Jet2Holiday meme?

    Today, we’ve got the creator behind one of TikTok’s biggest trends: the Jet2Holiday craze. He’s taken social media by storm with his creativity and energy. Brad Bennett joins Andrea to discuss! Also joining to discuss the impact of this meme is Brand Strategist and Storyteller, Kerry Matzelle.

    7 min

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