The owner of a Midlands creche with a large Covid outbreak feels vilified, hear the story of a trans teenager from Portlaoise and Medical Herbalist Emmet Walsh answers your questions.

Chatters and Matters - Episode 21 Sunday 21st March by Midlands 103

This week saw a car and other items seized during a CAB raid in the town. Liam hears from those living in the middle of it.

Also...Residents living close to the Athlone by-pass who have to suffer the problem of constant noise from it day and night...Liam talks to the Mayor of Athlone, Cllr. Aengus O'Rourke about it.

And..the dangers of drivers speeding through the quiet Westmeath village of Castledaly.

And expect strong opinions on this week's statement from the Vatican that same-sex unions will NOT be blessed by the church as the Pope decrees that God says homosexuality 'is a sin'.

The Friday Feeling - 19th March by Midlands 103

More details on why there is a surge in Covid cases in County Offaly, full sports round up with Robbie Fahy and you meet the two funniest Gardaí in the Midlands.

They say the benefits outweigh the risks, will you accept the AstraZeneca Vaccine? The Covid rate is 15 times higher in Tullamore than in Kinnegad, should both areas really face the same restrictions? And its Gold Cup Day at Cheltenham so we share some tips!

Encore - Thursday 18th March by Midlands 103

Midlands Today with Will Faulkner, Thursday 18th March by Midlands 103

A career journey from Tullamore to Houston Texas - David Tuohey MD of Specialist Technical Solutions at Kentech on fostering a family culture in a global organisation.

David joined Ronan to discuss this and the impact of the Irish community on American businesses and also imparts knowledge on developing your business in the United States. Taking Care of Business Tuesdays at 7pm on midlands103.com

Lack of clarity around reopening causing major disruption to the construction sector. Tom Parlon of CIF following a meeting with NPHET and HSE.

Non-delivery of new homes; losses of over €5bn to the sector and a talent drain are just some of the issues facing the construction sector. Director General of the CIF Tom Parlon spoke to Ronan on Taking Care of Business following a meeting with representatives of NPHET and the HSE that morning.

Taking Care of Business Tuesdays at 7pm on midlands103.com