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Garreth Galligan - how he survived a suicide attempt to find a new life for himself.

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 20:32:33 GMT

A young man has opened up about his emotional struggles and how attempting to take his own life led him to find a new life, without alcohol

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Late Lunch April 7th, 2026

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 20:28:53 GMT

On today's show with Louise Walsh, one young man told his story about how an attempt to take his own life led to him finding real life. Downsizing and one woman's journey to moving from a five bed home to a two bed house. A Trim mother is backing new proposals for a certificate of life for all mothers who suffered early miscarriages, a Drogheda woman who is the new holder of the Michael Flatley freestyle competition and we meet a local CPR group who are helping the emergency services.

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New Louth GAA Stadium Update

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:20:26 GMT

John Horan and Colm Marry brought us the latest news as the new stadium in Dundalk rises and fundraising ramps up.

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The Revival of Drogheda Market

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:16:24 GMT

Long-time vendor Bob Reynolds and newbie seller Aspasia Howard are behind a significant push to bring back the glory days of Drogheda's ancient Saturday market in Bolton Square.

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Lawless's Closed Shop Friday

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:10:52 GMT

Decal Lawless explained why he's not opening his pub in Dunshaughlin, tomorrow Good Friday, in line with past practices.

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Late Lunch Thursday April 2nd 2026

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:06:16 GMT

Lawless's Pub in Dunshaughlin is not opening on Good Friday? Dr Niamh Shaw witnessed the rocket blast off to the moon in Florida. Aspasia Howard and Bob Reynolds want to see Drogheda Market thrive again. Hugh Maguire says get your spring lamb from your local butcher's shop. Louth's new GAA Stadium is progressing nicely and Julitta Clancy receives another award for her peace work.

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Irish Motorcycle Racing Team HSO

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 07:31:29 GMT

Principal Holly Smyth and team rider James Ellison popped in for a chat ahead of the British BMW F900 racing series.

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David's Electric Vehicle Proposal

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:16:56 GMT

David Corbally from Service Stop in Oldtown has a suggestion that would encourage motorists into electric vehicles that makes a lot of sense.

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The Greatest Fizzy Orange in the World

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:06:58 GMT

Carole Keating is on a mission to tell the story of Finches Orange that was once made and bottled in her hometown Dundalk.

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Niamh Shaw Ready for Blast Off

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:04:30 GMT

Dr Niamh Shaw from Dundalk is on the ground in Florida observing the imminent lift off of the Artemis 2 manned rocket to the Moon!

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 1st 2026

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

David Corbally's suggestion about Electric Vehicles is well worth consideration, James Brannigan is inundated with approaches for assistance from Katie's Trust, Dr Niamh Shaw is at the launch site in Florida for the Artemis moon flight, Carole Keating is on the Finches soft drinks case and Holly Smyth heads up her own Motorbike Racing Team.

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 31st 2026

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:01:08 GMT

Aoife Ball told of her sister-in-law Sharon's dash to New York for urgent medical care. Retail expert Damien O'Reilly plotted the path ahead for consumers. Fr Paddy Rushe heralded Easter in the church, Paddy Diver let the genie out of his bottle and Megan Gaskin told us about Brad the rescue dog who has been re-homed at long last!

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Paddy's Magical Bottles

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:47:14 GMT

Paddy Diver's combination of ingredients in a bottle has worked the oracle for himself and is now in huge demand as customers vouch for it's effectiveness in dealing with a range of ailments.

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Sharon's Stateside Health Dash

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:26:47 GMT

In a matter of days the money has been raised, medical care secured in New York and Sharon Ball is there already being assessed for life saving treatment as her sister-in-law Aoife told us her story today.

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Wordfoolery with Grace Tierney

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 16:04:02 GMT

The Queen of the origins and meaning of words brings us her latest feminine leaning selection and explanations.

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Late Lunch Monday March 30th 2026

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:58:41 GMT

The typically topical John H Shanahan, Grace Tierney's Wordfoolery, Ollie Keegan's scam alert, Dr David Coleman on anxiety in children and Tommy Fleming is back on the road.

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Moon Mission, City Status and War

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:55:29 GMT

Irish American John H Shanahan's opinions are always worth hearing as he covered off a number of typical topics this afternoon.

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Scam Alert - Charged in Dundalk and London!

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:51:59 GMT

Thanks to Ireland's late date in Prague and her alertness, Ollie Keegan saved herself from a car charging scam on both sides of the Irish sea.

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Fear Less - Helping Children Deal with Anxiety

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:43:07 GMT

Dr David Coleman's new book on enabling young people deal with anxiety is a must for parents of school going children, teens and adolescents.

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Clocks Forward Sleep Back

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:25:08 GMT

Sine Dunne from Siest Sleep explained the impact of clocks going forward this weekend on our bodies, what to expect and how to adjust.

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Caolan's Golf Grand Slam

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:14:44 GMT

Dundalk golfer Caolan Rafferty has made history winning all four of Ireland's amateur major championships and he has a cracking story to tell of his emergence as one of our all time great players.

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Alternative Energy Options

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:10:09 GMT

Economist David W Higgins believes we must look at nuclear energy options and resume drilling off the west coast, in pursuit of oil and gas, in the context of our vulnerability to energy shocks, as war rages in the middle east.

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Late Lunch Friday March 27th 2026

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:06:12 GMT

Economist David W Higgins on why we must consider nuclear power and exploration off the west coast in pursuit of energy autonomy. Sleep expert Sine Dunne explained the impact of clocks going forward on our bodies. Caolan Rafferty has completed a clean sweep of the Irish amateur golf majors the first man to do so in history. David Sheehan's sports preview and classic comedy from Walter Matthau.

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Rick's Picks for Easter

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:40:52 GMT

Rick Cronje brings us another selection of his expertly chosen wines which are available from O'Brien's Wines in Drogheda.

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Antonia Daly's Book Selections

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:36:27 GMT

Antonia Daly brings us her latest recommended reads and they're all crackers!

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Raspberry Jam of 1976 Vintage!

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:31:46 GMT

Finbarr Murray discovered and tasted his late aunt Bernadette's raspberry jam made in 1976 and boy is it good!

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 25th 2026

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:28:49 GMT

Professor Roja Fazaeli about War in the Middle East, Fina Sherlock on Mary Lavin, Maria Macklin's take on fashion and Emma Smith closes her bakery in Kells.

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Late Lunch Thursday March 26th 2026

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:24:52 GMT

Nephew Finbarr says his aunt the late Bernadette Murray's 1976 Raspberry jam is tasting great! Davy Rispin loving the atmosphere in Prague ahead of the big match, Antonia Daly's recommended reads, Eddie Doyle says we can produce all of our own potatoes, veg and fruit here without spending big on imports, Rick Cronje brought us a beautiful wine selection from O'Brien's wines in Drogheda and Darren Cooper from Sweeney's in Kilbride has the sick notes sorted for tomorrow!

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Fiona Sherlock's Mary Lavin

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:30:56 GMT

On the 30th anniversary of Mary Lavin's death, Fiona Sherlock is on the case of the renowned author who called Bective in Meath home.

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Fifty Shades of Grey

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:23:25 GMT

House of Colour's Maria Macklin put grey in the shade today and advised on developing a personal style.

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The War in Perspective with Iranian Professor Roja Fazaeli

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:04:01 GMT

Professor Roja Fazaeli despairs about her homeland Iran and the bad actors on both sides who have unleashed repression and war on her people.

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A Daffodil Soiree with Rosie Maye

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:54:41 GMT

Gerry pays a visit to Mullaghdillon House near Slane and the Insomniac Gardener Rosie Maye's daffodil festooned spring garden!

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Our Frog's Life Story

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:42:32 GMT

Aoife McPartlin, from Wildlife Rehabilitation Ireland, took us through the life and times of our common frog!

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Ken Kirwan Surviving and Singing Again

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:36:47 GMT

The man with the silky voice has battled back from the edge, and is so grateful for his chance to live life to the full again.

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 24th 2026

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:07:44 GMT

Paddy Comyn on the search for EVs with fuel costs soaring, Dave Hannigan on Roy Keane, Ken Kirwan's road to recovery, the common frog in focus with Aoife McPartlin and Hugh Morris suggests there's a great opportunity to attract international businesses to the Northeast at this time.

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The Future Of Work

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:39:00 GMT

Head of Cpl's Future of Work Institute Barry Winkless, has recently published his new book about how we'll work in the future and it makes for fascinating reading!

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Coping with Hay Fever

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:22:06 GMT

With Hay Fever season underway, Pharmacist Kathy Maher offered lots of sensible advice on pre-emptive treatments and dealing with symptoms.

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Late Lunch Monday March 23rd 2026

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 17:25:14 GMT

Barry Winkless on the future of work, Darragh Burke the man behind the new national website for missing and stolen dogs, Rory McCullough about the cost of diesel and his coach hire business, Siobhan O'Neill White's recommended children's activities for Easter and pharmacist Kathy Maher's advice on coping with Hay Fever.

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Late Lunch Friday March 20th 2026

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:27:44 GMT

Louth Enterprise Award Winner Caroline Duffy, Lynn Harvey's mystery Mermaid, a daffodil soiree with Rosie Maye, the Fierce Mild brewing boys and David Sheehan's sports preview.

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Fierce Mild is Fierce Good!

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:16:27 GMT

Fergal Carroll and Cathal Byrne are onto a real winner with their Fierce Mild beer, made without alcohol in Dundalk, which has so much to recommend it and is real demand across the country.

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Gifting a Coffee & Cake

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:03:33 GMT

Kevin Honer's new platform makes it easy to gift a coffee and something sweet to anyone you feel deserves a treat!

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Motoring Along with Paddy Comyn

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:37:07 GMT

Paddy discusses the EV price shift, electric vehicle batteries & ranges, imports and his recent test drives of Renault and Citroen new models.

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Healthy Wellbeing and Mental Health

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:33:39 GMT

Rhoda Smith from Slane Counselling Centre concludes our latest series on Mental Heath matters.

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John H Shanahan's USA Today

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:28:41 GMT

US Army veteran John Shanahan vehemently opposes the attack on Iran and outlines what needs doing to effect change in who is leading and dictating policy in the United States.

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Rose Murray's Demolition Despair

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:21:12 GMT

At the eleventh hour Rose Murray still harbours hopes that her home in Bohermeen won't be demolished.

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Late Lunch Thursday March 19th 2026

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:15:36 GMT

Irish American and US army veteran John H Shanahan offered his take on war in the Middle East, Paddy Comyn brought us his monthly motoring feature, at the eleventh hour Rose Murray still holds out hope her home in Bohermeen will not be demolished and Rhoda Smith focussed on wellbeing today.

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David Kieran's ZOMA Journey

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:51:14 GMT

What a story is David Kieran and his ZOMA business, what's more he's a great supporter of his staff, community and charity as we discovered today.

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 18th 2026

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:46:10 GMT

David Kieran MD of ZOMA is doing his bit for Daffodil Day, Denise O'Rourke knows what it's like to have not one but two children battling meningitis, Kevin Honer's new platform makes gifting a coffee easy, Mark Hanlon will do anything to have his son Rian receive the best of treatment for muscular dystrophy and Dr Declan Murray is honoured for his life's work on aquatic entomology.

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Late Lunch Monday March 16th 2026

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:19:06 GMT

Kieran McIntosh is a decade on from his brain tumour treatment, Eugene Cassidy is over the moon in Kilmainhamwood with Jessie Buckley's Oscar win, Elliott Potterton secures an national auctioneer gong, Tom Laramie wants to Joy Bomb us and Paul Murphy appeals for new wheels for meals.

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Tom's Joy Bombing Mission

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:09:49 GMT

Tom Laramie wants to bring much needed joy to the world, thanks to the world bringing joy to him in a moment of inspiration!

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Kieran Conquers Cancer

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:02:28 GMT

Kieran McIntosh was sitting his Leaving Certificate exams in 2015 when his world was turned upside down following a brain hemorrhage caused by a tumour. He recovered and following surgery and treatment has been doing really well since.

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Late Lunch Friday March 13th 2026

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:48:22 GMT

Late Lunch joined the 20th Birthday celebrations at the Highlanes Gallery in Drogheda along with an invited audience to mark a special occasion.

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A Late Lunch with Ronnie Delany

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:18:09 GMT

Following his death yesterday, we return to January 29th 2019, the day Ronnie Delany joined Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch for a wide-ranging interview about his life and times.

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Japanese Culture Comes to Kells

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:36:17 GMT

Satoko O'Brien is loving life in Kells and in turn is acquainting the locals of her Japanese culture!

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Late Lunch Thursday March 12th 2026

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:32:12 GMT

Keeping financially calm in choppy waters, Ronnie Delany remembered, the walled garden in Stamullen rises again, providing clean water in Malawi and appreciating Japanese culture in Kells.

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Water for Life

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:29:09 GMT

Professor Kevin McGuigan from the RCSI popped in to tell us about a clean water project he's rolling out in Malawi and how he has teamed up with a local music icon there to spread the word on water.

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The Story of the Walled Garden

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:23:34 GMT

Ciaran De Buitlear tells the story of being invited to bring back to life a Victorian walled garden right in the heart of Stamullen, a journey he has now captured in his delightful book called "Nature's Acre".

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Keeping Calm Financially

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 17:15:51 GMT

Money Doctor John Lowe says now is the time to hold our nerves, as financial markets fall, stocks plummet and pension funds are hit with the fallout from war in the Middle East.

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 11th 2026

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:37:47 GMT

Niall Breslin's Documentary highlights the forgotten who were incarcerated, died and interred in unmarked graves at St Loman's in Mullingar. Twin sisters Bernadette Moore and Sheila Hoey celebrate their eightieth birthdays with good wishes from their godmothers! Orlaith Carmody confirmed ageism is a factor in job seeking and the workplace. Vandalism in Omeath and Scut Fagan's Pub rises from the ashes.

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Twin Sisters at Eighty

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:24:50 GMT

Twin sisters Bernadette Moore and Sheila Hoey, who celebrated their eightieth birthdays recently, received cards from their godmothers who are hail and hearty at 97 and 99 respectively!

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 10th 2026

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:53:20 GMT

Reviving retail in Drogheda, rubbish donations for charity, where to with war in the Middle East, Burke's Banter and Dr Kate McCann on red flags around the obesity industry.

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War in the Middle East - Where To From Here?

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:35:16 GMT

US citizen Jim Bishop is pessimistic the conflict in the Middle East can be resolved swiftly, fears for his homeland and the world economy.

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Obesity Red Flags

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:26:55 GMT

Dr Kate McCann warned of the potential dangers around the burgeoning obesity and weight loss industry.

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Revitalising Retail in Drogheda

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:19:27 GMT

Business Strategist and Drogheda Chamber President Miriam Simon revealed a plan involving; Louth County Council, Louth Enterprise Office, Drogheda BIDS and the Chamber to get businesses back into the vacant retail units in the heart of town.

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Late Lunch Monday March 9th 2026

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:32:53 GMT

Donor conceived children, saving on fuel, becoming an SDG Advocate, Gina managing her way to the top in construction, the cost of Hospice Homecare drives of concern and Florence whistles her way into the history books.

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Sustainable Development Goal Advocate Opportunities

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:28:23 GMT

Bobby McCormack, CEO of Development Perspectives, made the case for becoming and SDG Advocate and the difference it can make in our communities and beyond.

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The Fuel Crisis Impacts Drogheda Hospice Homecare

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:25:11 GMT

Ann McVeigh, Secretary of Drogheda Hospice Homecare Foundation, says fuel vouchers for drivers taking patients for cancer treatments in Dublin will go a less way now.

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Fuel Saving Tips

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:20:07 GMT

With fuel prices rocketing, Paddy Comyn from Done Deal Cars, explains ways of conserving fuel as we drive.

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Donor Conceived People

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:17:42 GMT

Louise McLoughlin, a donor conceived person herself, is raising very important issues around the rights of people born into this world thanks to the sperm of a man who is forever part of that person's life.

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The Late Lunch, Friday March 6th, 2026

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:24:42 GMT

On today's show, Louise Walsh spoke to Mena Curran who, despite a number of stillbirths and miscarriages, battled on for her rainbow baby. But her story didn't end there. A driving instructor revealed that he has been asked to 'sign off' people from sitting driving lessons. We also spoke to a young Ratoath student who is documenting his daily life with disabilities, a DIY woman looks for help and a Trim singer's debut single.

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Late Lunch Thursday March 5th 2026

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 17:17:22 GMT

Ciaran Flynn hopeful of making it home from Dubai, Brendan Sullivan is not hopeful that fuel suppliers with be held to account on pricing, Ruth Duffy deals with Perinatal Mental Health, Nigel McGivern can protect our oil tanks, why apprenticeships are a fine career path and Nicky Kyle's advice on getting going with vegetable seed sowing.

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Apprenticeship Opportunities

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 17:11:38 GMT

With the annual Meath Apprenticeship Expo taking place in the Knightsbrook Hotel in Trim next week, we heard why the apprenticeship career path is to be highly recommended.

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Perinatal Mental Health

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 17:07:42 GMT

Counsellor & Psychotherapist Ruth Duffy, who specialises in the area of Perinatal Mental Health, offered lots of advice on dealing with a quite common issue for expectant women and new mothers.

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Protecting Your Oil Tank

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 17:02:26 GMT

Nigel McGivern has the solutions to protect your valuable home heating oil from thieves - check it out on tanks.ie.

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Ciaran Heads Home from Dubai

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:56:16 GMT

Meath County Board Secretary Ciaran Flynn says he hopes to get out of Dubai tomorrow.

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Let's Get Back to Books

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:02:51 GMT

Journalist, Freelance Writer and Broadcaster Niamh O'Reilly believes that books should be the focus for children on World Book Day tomorrow, rather than costume characters!

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Road Hauliers in Crisis

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:55:21 GMT

Ger Hyland, President of the Road Hauliers Association, explained the implications for his members and in turn the general public of the fuel crisis and appealed for help from Government.

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 4th 2026

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:00:04 GMT

The Northeast is furious as price gouging abounds at the fuel pumps and on home heating oil! Dundalk's Sheila Bailey remains stuck in Dubai, Niamh O'Reilly believes World Book Day tomorrow has lost focus, Ger Hyland President of the Irish Road Hauliers Association says his members are facing chaos with the jump in fuel prices and Dave Lowe from the Irish Sun tipped some runners at next week's Cheltenham Festival.

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 3rd 2026

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:34:27 GMT

Sarah Carey on War in the Middle East and its worldwide consequences, Jacky Murray just wants her daughter to play football, Fran McKeown is running round Meath, funny man Jason Byrne lifted the mood totally and Helen Hanratty is looking to map the frog population in Louth.

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Let The Child Play

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:25:45 GMT

Jacky Murray is annoyed that her eleven year old daughter is not being allowed play football with new club Dunshauglin Gaels and wants her former club Ratoath and Meath LGFA to sort the matter out as soon as possible.

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Sarah Carey on the World at War

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:18:46 GMT

Opinion Columnist, Broadcaster, Facilitator and Compere Sarah Carey, assessed the impact of the attack on Iran by the USA and Israel on the World and Ireland.

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Jason Byrne In Full Flight

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:13:31 GMT

One of the most naturally funny Irishmen, Jason Byrne delivered the laughs one after another this afternoon!

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Late Lunch Monday March 2nd 2026

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:28:07 GMT

Sandra Finegan advised on travel to the Middle East and beyond, locals Sheila Bailey and Ciaran Flynn stranded in Dubai, Meath Women's Refuge are rebranding, we heard lots of advice from veterinarian Sinead Kelly and Niall Hatch welcomed the greater awareness of the ban on hedge cutting.

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Louth Woman & Meath Man in Dubai

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:19:44 GMT

Meath GAA Secretary Ciaran Flynn and Dundalk's Sheila Bailey. both in Dubai for sporting reasons, who are now stranded because of the war, spoke to us from the Middle East this afternoon.

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Meath Women's Refuge Rebrands

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:08:01 GMT

Roisin O'Donnell and Emily Maguire told us why Meath Women's Refuge is rebranding to Willow Domestic Abuse Services and about the numbers of women who sought support in 2025.

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It's Red and White with Rick

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 17:10:25 GMT

Rick Cronje brings us his selected wines from the Winery in Navan!

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A Drogheda United Supporter's Perspective

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:47:47 GMT

Bernard McEvoy a life-long Drogheda United supporter, who follows the club home and away, offered his opinion on the sanctions imposed on the club in the aftermath of the trouble in Oriel Park recently.

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Mary's Pothole Plea

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:39:16 GMT

Mary Matthews lost two tyres in recent days when she hit a massive pothole near Stabannon in Louth and it appears there's no way she can recoup the €250 it cost to replace them?

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Hearing Joe Duffy Again

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:31:40 GMT

The most familiar voice in Ireland values his hearing and also tells us what he's been up to since retiring from RTE.

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Maria Macklin's Spring Fashion

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:26:23 GMT

House of Colour's Maria Macklin offers wonderful advice about dressing best to express yourself this Springtime.

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Late Lunch Thursday February 26th 2026

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:10:51 GMT

Memories of the corner shop flowed as Gerry recalled his local favourite sweet shops of yesteryear! Joe Duffy told us how minding our hearing is so important and what he's been up to since retiring from Liveline. Ciaran O'Kelly believes the rationale for closing the River Boyne to salmon and sea trout angling is flawed. Valerie Wall and her sister Nikita are walking 500 miles in memory of their brother Cormac and raising funds for Boyne Fisherman's River Rescue. Maria Macklin from House of Colour advised on Spring fashion trends and we caught a word with Meath farmer Patrick John Wall who has become a TikTok sensation!

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Wear It Again Wednesday

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:36:16 GMT

Uniforms are ditched on Wednesday at St. Oliver's Post Primary School in Oldcastle in favour of second-hand wear, as students and staff make a statement about Fast Fashion.

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Antonia's Reading Recommendations

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:26:24 GMT

Antonia Daly, of Antonia's wonderful bookstore in Trim, brings us her latest recommendations to enjoy!

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The Elliott Sisters Remember Caolan in Song

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:14:30 GMT

Kayla, Grace and Saoirse Elliott have recorded a beautiful song in memory of their talented footballing cousin Caolan Finnegan, who died at the age of twenty having been diagnosed with brain cancer a year before his passing, with the proceeds of sales supporting a cancer charity for young people.

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Keith Barry Unhinges Minds

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:06:14 GMT

One of Gerry's all time favourite guests Keith offered great life advice and weaved his magic to the delight of Gerry, Louise and Fionn!

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 25th 2026

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:37:27 GMT

Keith Barry mesmerised us and offered some great advice too, Antonia Daly brought us her recommended reads, Beth Brady wins big at the World Junk Kouture finals, the Elliott sisters record a beautiful song in memory of their cousin Caolan Finnegan and St. Oliver's post-primary school in Oldcastle tackle fast fashion with Wear Again Wednesday!

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 24th 2026

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:57:13 GMT

Crossy's stolen phone story, why most post-primary students favour a social media ban, Drogheda Photographic Club's World win, St Nicholas Church set for a revamp and it's bye bye to Nick's Fish sort of?

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Drogheda Photographic Club - Top of the World

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:32:46 GMT

Gabriel O'Shaughnessy and John Butler from Drogheda Photographic Club dropped in with some of the members wonderful photographs, as the club picks up a major award on the world stage!

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A Makeover for St Nick's

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:26:06 GMT

St Nicholas Church of Ireland, one of the most iconic ancient buildings in the heart of Dundalk, is set for a major makeover, that will make it available for cross community purposes & events, as well as continuing as a place of worship. Rev. Shirley Murphy and Aidan Harte joined us to reveal what's planned.

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Crossy's Crux in London

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:17:12 GMT

FM104's Crossy, who had his phone stolen in London ahead of the BAFTAs, explains how lost he was without it!

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Dealing with Eating Disorders

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:00:45 GMT

Nutritionist & Psychotherapist Denise Wogan and Laura Casey Director of Services at the Lois Bridges Eating Disorder Clinic, discussed from several perspectives a disorder that affect anyone of any age.

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Late Lunch Monday February 23rd 2026

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:52:38 GMT

Drogheda United life-long supporter Bernard McEvoy, offered his perspective on security around the burning of the pitch at Oriel Park on Friday last. Alan Lawes reflected on the shocking road traffic accident in Navan, that saw Mia Lily Keogh O'Keeffe killed as she crossed the road at a pedestrian crossing, by a driver who failed to stop at the scene of the accident. Eamon Carty is learning to play the guitar after fifty years! Denise Wogan and Laura Casey joined us to talk about eating disorders, while Shane Holland is seeking to have the mystery of human remains on Shenick Island investigated.

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Mammy Louise Speaks for Mia

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:35:37 GMT

Mia Lily Keogh O'Keeffe was mowed down at a pedestrian crossing in Navan by a driver who failed to stop and drove on. Her mother Louise issued a powerful message to the driver concerned which Gerry read before speaking with local councillor Alan Lawes.

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Oriel Park Meltdown - A Drogheda Fan's Perspective

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:25:09 GMT

Bernard McEvoy, a life-long Drogheda United supporter, who was in Oriel Park on Friday, described what he experienced and the obvious shortcomings in security measures.

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Late Lunch Friday February 20th 2026

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 19:13:17 GMT

Emmet Ryan on AI harvesting, Sheila Bailey's experience of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Ivan Curran's spud planting and Brian Gallagher's groundworks halted by the incessant rain, Kenny Doyle at the Liam Reilly memorial unveiling in Dundalk, Paddy Comyn's motoring feature and David Sheehan looks ahead to the weekend's sporting action.

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Motoring with Paddy Comyn

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 19:03:02 GMT

Paddy Comyn from Done Deal Cars reviews new marks from; Tesla, Toyota, Citroen and Skoda.

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Sheila Bailey's Recollections of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:06:29 GMT

Dundalk woman Sheila Bailey recalls her time spent as Chairperson of the Aero Club Awards in the UK, of which Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was also a committee member.

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Local Enterprise Week 2026

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 18:47:49 GMT

Grainne McKeown, from the Louth local Enterprise Office, popped in to highlight what the week is all about and the free events taking place around the county.

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OCD with Counsellor Rhoda Smith

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 18:41:33 GMT

Rhoda Smith from Slane Counselling advises on Obsessive Compulsory Disorder (OCD)

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Drogheda's Boardroom Bust Up

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 18:34:58 GMT

John Fallon Soccer Correspondent with the Irish Examiner offered his take on the boardroom stand off in United Park.

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Liam Reilly's Memorial

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 18:23:54 GMT

Ahead of the unveiling of the memorial to her brother Liam in Dundalk tomorrow, his sister Barbara tells us how the family are so delighted and proud.

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Late Lunch Thursday February 19th 2026

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 18:15:28 GMT

John Fallon Irish Examiner Soccer Correspondent offered his thoughts on the Drogheda United boardroom bust up, agronomist Aindriu Jackson from Carr Golf International talked about golf course management in this extremely wet spell of weather, Rhoda Smith advised on dealing with OCD, Barbara Reilly is full of joy as the memorial to her brother Liam is unveiled tomorrow in Dundalk, Grainne McKeown looked ahead to Local Enterprise week in Louth and we paid tribute to the late Anthony Smith.

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 18th 2026

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:26:35 GMT

Environmentalist Padraic Fogarty on the mis-management of water, Rory O'Connor about the proposed cull of SNAs, Meath Sports Volunteer Paddy Bird, ReRooted the movie up for an IFTA and Lokesh Bala's exotic fish.

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Paddy Bird Volunteer Extraordinaire

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:17:59 GMT

Paddy Bird is acknowledged as the Meath Volunteer in Sport 2026 for his commitment to badminton coaching.

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Ashbourne Home to the Exotic

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 19:01:02 GMT

Lokesh Bala has opened his Angel Exotix Aquarium in Ashbourne and has some highly prized, microchipped, exotic Arowana fish, associated with luck and good fortune, for sale!

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Rory's SNA Story

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 18:50:01 GMT

Rory O'Connor aka Rory's Stories has first hand experience of the enormous benefits to a child receiving assistance from an SNA.

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Anthony Smith - "My Life and Times"

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:29:13 GMT

As a tribute to Anthony, who passed away on Monday, we return to our Late Lunch Show of January 8th 2014, when Anthony reflected on his life and times in conversation with Gerry Kelly.

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 17th 2026

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:01:03 GMT

Tracy Martin's remarkable story which she weaves through the first novel, mimicking wren song not recommended by Niall Hatch, from carpentry to care - Joe Meehan's new business and Roisin Eivers believes Trim needs a new public swimming pool.

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Carpentry to Personal Care

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:41:46 GMT

Carpenter Joe Meehan had an idea far removed from woodwork, which he has now developed into a business of all natural personal care products for men!

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Totally Tracy

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:33:08 GMT

What a story Tracy Martin has to tell; orphaned at fifteen, paralysed following a car accident at eighteen while unknowingly pregnant, having to rebuild her life and now committing her story to print in her factional novel "So Not Me".

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Health Insurance Advice

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 20:39:12 GMT

Dermot Goode, from Health Insurance Ireland, compared plans and offered lots of advice around getting the best deal from providers.

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Beth's Aiming for a World Title

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 20:25:34 GMT

Beth Brady, a sixth year student at St. Joseph's Mercy, Secondary School in Navan, is representing Ireland at the Junk Kouture World Finals next week, with her statement "Golden Globe" sustainability design.

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A Croke Park Cracker

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 20:12:37 GMT

David Sheehan reflected on Saturday's extraordinary match between Meath and Louth at Croke Park, which saw Louth apparently dead and buried at half time, only to see them roar back in the second half, yet lose to an amazing two point Meath score with the final kick of the match.

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It's All About Alfie!

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:05:34 GMT

What a story is Alfie, Donal Glennon's faithful friend, who has been through the mill in recent times. The four-year old Bernese Mountain Dog from Meath, has deservedly been named Bravery Dog of the Year by the organisers of the Golden Paw Hero Dog Awards!

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Late Lunch Monday February 16th 2026

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 16:54:30 GMT

Dermot Goode's Health Insurance options, Beth Brady all set for Junk Kouture World Final, Donal Glennon's best friend Alfie, Patricia Scanlan's City Girls Forever out in paperback, Ciara Burke's Sage & Stone under water again and David Sheehan reflected on that Meath v Louth classic at Croker on Saturday!

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Late Lunch Friday February 13th 2026

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:14:18 GMT

Oisin Kirk and PJ Callaghan, Louth & Meath supporters, had the banter ahead of the county's clash in Croke Park tomorrow. Tracy White Lyons had a Valentine's card story for the ages, tenor Sean Tester is Italy bound and David Sheehan brought us his weekend sports preview.

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Sean's Italian Musical Odyssey

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:03:42 GMT

Sean Tester has moved to Puglia in Italy, as he works on honing his magical tenor voice, under the guidance of a master vocal craftsman!

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Tracy & Anthony's Timeless Valentines

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 16:03:40 GMT

Love is in the air year after year in the Lyons household, as very special Valentine's cards make a reappearance with new message, apt for the year in question!

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Late Lunch Thursday February 12th 2026

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:26:53 GMT

Development Perspectives CEO Bobby McCormack believes an opportunity was missed in Dail Eireann, to bring all interested parties together to save the River Boyne, which is under threat from multiple sources. Sexual abuse survivor Sophie Brady is calling for a change in an aspect of such court cases. Dundalk McCormick's butchers famous sign is back while Stamullen FC pitches are underwater or are they? Trish Rogers marries our taste buds with perfect wine and food combinations, Martina McHugh has a really special Valentine card and caricaturist Niall O'Loughlin rails against AI for a wee while, before realising it also presents real life prospects for all.

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AI in Caricature?

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:01:18 GMT

Caricaturist Niall O'Loughlin railed against AI and its consequences for artists before, on considered reflection, he reassured himself and others that human talent will never be replaced by artificial intelligence.

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Sophie's Call

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:44:51 GMT

Sexual abuse survivor Sophie Brady is calling for counselling notes of victims to be fully withdrawn from court cases for a number of reasons.

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The Dancing Pig is Back!

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:31:41 GMT

Conor McCormick tells us the history behind the Dundalk family's famous butcher shop sign, which has been missing for a year, but now restored, hangs once more outside the Church Street premises.

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 11th 2026

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:40:40 GMT

A happier school without smartphones, a million euros to assist SMEs in the Northeast, Wildlife matters, legitimising a marriage and a precious thirty year old Valentine card!

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A Million for the Mill

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:37:06 GMT

Ronan Whitty, CEO of the Mill Enterprise Hub, told us about the €1 million allocation available to support SME's in the Northeast!

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Hedgerows and Inhabitants

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:34:13 GMT

Aoife McPartlin emphasised the importance of managing hedgerows for the sake of its many inhabitants and took us through the life cycles of the Pygmy Shrew and Stoat.

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Legitimising a Marriage

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:28:55 GMT

Edel O'Connell, a Celebrant Solemniser, explained why a person carrying out a wedding, must be registered with the HSE, for it to be legitimate.

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Is a Safer Internet Possible?

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 18:42:20 GMT

Mick Moran, CEO of the Irish Internet Hotline, believes that with an across the board concerted effort, a safer internet is possible for all.

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Medicating Safely

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:47:21 GMT

Dr Kate McCann from Emdoc Health advises on the pitfalls of not medicating safely.

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 10th 2026

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:42:37 GMT

Mick Moran on Safer Internet Day, Laura Kenefick reviving the art of letter writing, Dr Kate McCann on medicating safely, toxic plants on Meath beaches and a very special book club based in Navan.

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Toxic Plants on Meath Beaches

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:33:48 GMT

Max Cody says beach users beware, as he's come across quantities of the highly toxic Dead Man's Fingers, washed up on Bettystown and Laytown beaches in Meath.

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A Snowdrop Soiree with Rosie

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:32:56 GMT

The Insomniac Gardener Rosie Maye has the most incredible display of snowdrops in full bloom at her Mullaghdillon House garden near Slane in Meath. A joy to behold and well worth seeing the range of varieties Rosie grows!

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Late Lunch Monday February 9th 2026

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:28:45 GMT

Paul's recovery from Oesophageal cancer, Grazina the best Photographer in Ireland, Rosie May'e amazing snowdrops, Sinead Burke's Banter and Andrea Dunphy's daughter followed home from school.

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Paul's Prompt Action Saves His Life

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:21:43 GMT

Thanks to his own swift action, Paul Hargadon is doing great following surgery for Oesophageal cancer.

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Photographer of the Year

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:13:08 GMT

Grazina Mahon, who works out of her studio in Trim and specialises in newborn, toddler and family photography, has been named Irish Photographer of the Year!

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Sinister or Simple?

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 16:05:32 GMT

Andrea Dunphy's eleven year old daughter was followed by a suspicious looking man on her way home from school in Trim on Friday last. Daughter and mother are traumatised and would like to have the individual identified.

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Late Lunch Friday February 6th 2026

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 11:10:08 GMT

Laytown Pitch and Putt is disappearing into the sea, Shane O'Neill is shedding stones for the Irish Jockey fund, there's new app being trialled in Dundalk for dog walkers & tracking dog fouling, we looked ahead to a local celebration of the Chinese New Year and David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action.

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Celebrating Chinese New Year

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:15:50 GMT

Ejiro O'Hare Stratten, who is committed to community integration, has brought together the Chinese community in Drogheda who are now planning a very special celebration for Chinese New Year on February 17th in the Barbican Centre in town. Ejiro, Shan and Judy Lee told their story.

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Laytown Pitch & Putt Club Disappearing

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:08:19 GMT

Chairman of Laytown Pitch and Putt Club Mark Fay is pessimistic for the clubs future, as another part of the seaside course disappears into the sea!

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FloodWatch - Developed and Trialled in Blackrock

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 18:46:03 GMT

Jason McGee has developed a new flood awareness system pulling together information from multiple sources which is shaping up really well on test in Blackrock and which Jason believes could be rolled out nationwide.

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Dealing with Panic Attacks

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 18:37:33 GMT

Continuing our series on mental health with Rhoda Smith from Slane Counselling Centre where today Rhoda dealt with Panic Attacks.

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Late Lunch Thursday February 5th 2026

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 17:11:54 GMT

Jason McGee has developed a new flood awareness system which he's piloting in Blackrock village, Rhoda Smith offered her expertise on dealing with panic attacks, how lovely were the Clann Mor people in love, we heard about the return of the Kells Road Races and remembered John Virgo's visit to Late Lunch!

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Love is Love

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 16:50:31 GMT

What amazing people are Andrew and Mary, a couple who have been together for thirteen years and Lynn who is more recently in a relationship with Damien. All are part of the Clann Mor family in Navan who joined us today, along with Service Manager Ned Rispin, to tell their stories.

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 4th 2026

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 19:12:46 GMT

The most famous grandmother in Ireland, Liam's remarkable recovery, Meath farmer's Bord Bia sit in, Heat Pumps but appropriately and Daniel's paper trail after a Late Lunch conversation!

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Heat Pumps - Not for All

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 18:53:39 GMT

Our own Pat O'Shaughnessy; gas, plumbing, heating and maintenance expert, explained why heat pumps are great in appropriate modern constructions, but are totally ineffective in older builds, without substantial spend on retrofitting.

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One More Whistle

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 18:45:50 GMT

In March 2025 Liam O'Neill collapsed while refereeing a GAA match in Monasterboice and but for the swift action of those present Liam would have died. Thankfully his heart was restarted and so began the road to recovery which involved bypass surgery. His recuperation has been really successful to the point where he's ready to take up the whistle again in the not too distant future.

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Grateful Grandmother

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 18:35:26 GMT

Magheracloone's Doreen Cunningham has been cast into the spotlight, after her Australian grandson Austin swam ashore in remarkable circumstances, to save his mother Joanne and siblings Beau and Grace from drowning.

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 3rd 2026

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 18:28:10 GMT

Farmers washed out, Kilmessan playground in jeopardy, Saint Blaise blessings, AI and its impact on the way we work and more than 3 million steps for Peadar!

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Artificial Intelligence and the World of Work

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:48:23 GMT

Digital innovator and educator Conor Lynch explained how AI is reshaping work, how people need to approach and prepare for the new world, which he covers in his new book "Learn, Earn, Own".

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Late Lunch Friday January 30th 2026

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 17:57:30 GMT

Raw sewage on the beach at Bettystown, vindication for the Cooney sisters, Grace Tierney's Wordfoolery, Rick Cronje's wine selections and David Sheehan previews the weekend's sporting action.

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Rick's Picks 2026

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 16:59:38 GMT

Our Virtuoso of Vino Rick Cronje brings us three cracking wines from Dunnes Stores as we begin another year with out wine expert!

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Justice for the Cooney Twins

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 16:53:30 GMT

Mary and Regina Cooney react to the sentencing of their abuser Michael Griffin at Dundalk Court yesterday.

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Tony's Tops In Ireland

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 16:48:27 GMT

Tony's Pizzeria on Park Street in Dundalk swept the boards at the Irish Takeaway Awards being named; Takeaway of the Year, Best Fish & Chips and Best Pizza for the third year in a row! Vincent Del Duca is a very proud and happy man....

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Antonia's Recommended Reads

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 18:46:50 GMT

Antonia Daly from Antonia's Bookstore in Trim joins us once more to recommend some cracking reads!

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Davy Departs DIFE

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 18:43:51 GMT

Davy McDonnell recently retired from his position as Principal of Drogheda Institute of Further Education, a role he filled since 2007 during which time he has driven incredible transformation and growth. Davy dropped in to reflect on his time at DIFE, teaching career, sporting prowess and his family.

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Pinpointing Potholes

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:54:57 GMT

Motorist Paddy Kettle and resident Margaret Black both have major problems with potholes on the Carrick Road in Dundalk.

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Late Lunch Thursday January 29th 2026

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:25:03 GMT

Davy McDonnell, recently retired Principal of DIFE, dropped by to reflect on his career, life and times. Antonia Daly brought us her reading recommendations and Michael Daly explained why Sika deer numbers need to be controlled. Driving Instructor Barry Fitzpatrick told of a frightening incident he was involved in yesterday in Navan, when teaching a learner driver. While both Paddy Kettle and Margaret Black have major pothole issues.

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A Rude Awakening for Driving Instructor

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:13:29 GMT

Driving Instructor Barry Fitzpatrick was going about his business yesterday afternoon, teaching a young man how to drive, when out of the blue he was hit by another vehicle. Both Barry and his pupil were injured and badly shaken, evidenced by Barry's recalling what happened on Late Lunch today.

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Switchers

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 18:29:10 GMT

Drogheda & District Support for Older People have launched a new service where they organise everything for people over 50, who want to switch their electricity and or gas suppliers. Switching can make substantial savings and the new service is completely free!

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The Deluge - Climate Change - Yes Sir!

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 18:20:30 GMT

Emeritus Professor John Sweeney foretold the rising waters many moons ago but did anyone take heed?

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Restoration of Killeen Castle

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 18:11:27 GMT

Cormac Ryan tells us that the restoration of the 800 year old castle will commence shortly with a projected completion date of 2028!

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 28th 2026

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:47:25 GMT

Pinpointing Potholes in the Northeast, Emeritus Professor John Sweeney on the reality of climate change and how we're failing on the basics in Ireland, Killeen Castle's exciting new future, helping older folk to switch electricity & gas suppliers and remembering the forgotten in unmarked graves at asylums.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 27th 2026

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:49:52 GMT

The River Project at DKIT, Inside The Boys In Green Podcast, a range of new services on offer at pharmacies and it's ready, steady but not quite go yet with Nicky Kyle in the garden!

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The River Project at DKIT

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:39:42 GMT

Dr Kathleen Nallen, Project Lead of the River Project at DKIT, the first of its kind in Ireland leading training and research into all forms of domestic, sexual, gender based violence and coercive control, is contributing significantly in dealing with issues that are more prominent and prevalent than ever today.

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Common Conditions Service at Pharmacies

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:22:25 GMT

Kathy Maher, from Haven Pharmacy in Duleek, outlines the range of new services available at most local pharmacies, aimed at alleviating pressure on GP surgeries and hospital emergency departments.

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Late Lunch Monday January 26th 2026

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:15:15 GMT

Local family butcher shops are finding the going tough, based in Ashbourne, Hugh Maguire, who runs a very successful business, joined us with the next generation daughter Anne Marie for a really interesting conversation. Olivia Duff, another successful businesswoman at the Headfort Arms Hotel in Kells, talked about the changing nature of weddings. Anne Marie Beggs is launching the Identity Edge for Women tonight and we heard from Nigel McKenna in New York who is snowed under!

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Success and Succession at Hugh Maguire Butchers

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:44:00 GMT

When many traditional butcher shops are closing for good, award winning Hugh Maguire in Ashbourne is bucking the trend. Hugh joined us today with daughter Anne Marie to explain what it takes to succeed in challenging times.

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On the Road with Paddy Comyn

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:27:13 GMT

Paddy Comyn, from Done Deal Cars, joined us for his first motoring feature of the year which featured some really cutting edge new models from Kia, who are now among the top selling car brands in Ireland.

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What's You Called?

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:16:40 GMT

So how do you address your parents or grandparents? What do children call them? Have they a special name for granny or grandad and is it a matter of respect? Barbara Scully joined Louise and Gerry in lively conversation!

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Late Lunch Friday January 23rd 2026

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:03:24 GMT

Barbara Scully on how children address their parents, grandparents and names they give them! Meath county secretary Ciaran Flynn tells of a lucky escape he had while driving yesterday. Showbiz Editor with the Irish Sun Ken Sweeney had his say on the Beckham bust up. Paddy Comyn from Done Deal Cars brought us his first motoring feature of the year and David Sheehan previewed a busy weekend's sporting action.

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Managing Anxiety

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 18:35:34 GMT

Continuing our series on mental health matters, focussing today on anxiety, with Rhoda Smith from Slane Counselling.

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Managing Our Wardrobes

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:47:06 GMT

Maria Macklin from House of Colour tackled how we manage and store our clothes, in an era when we've accumulated more clothing than ever, yet wear only a fraction of what we possess on a regular basis.

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Late Lunch Thursday January 22nd 2026

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:42:38 GMT

Greg Daly from Dunshaughlin, a police chief in Colorado, had a chat. Counsellor Rhoda Smith offered lots of sound advice on dealing with anxiety. Maria Macklin sorted out our wardrobes and we remembered young Ziva Cussen who was laid to rest today.

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The Unlikely Beekeeper

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 18:35:38 GMT

From having an irrational fear of bees, our native Apis mellifera, mellifera have become Edmond Kirwan's business!

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 21st 2026

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 18:17:47 GMT

News anchor with Euronews in Brussels Meabh McMahon, joined us to talk about the now stalled Mercosur deal and US President Trump's press conference in Davos. Edmond Kirwan told his unlikely story of becoming an accidental Beekeeper! Gerry took a walk through artist Breda Marron's Sticks, Stones & Bones exhibition at the Highlanes Gallery. While Marketing expert Denise Fay acknowledged Michael O'Leary's spat with Elon Musk as pure Ryanair marketing genius.

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The State of The Union

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 20:44:10 GMT

Our great Irish American friend John Shanahan, joined us from Texas to reflect on Trump's turmoil at home and abroad.

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Child Phone Use - A Public Health Emergency

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 20:30:24 GMT

Dr Kate McCann concurs and responds to a group of eminent physicians who believe child phone use is now a public health emergency!

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The Money Doctor's Big Yellow Book at 21!

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:57:45 GMT

John Lowe, the Money Doctor, paid us his annual January visit on publication of his financial bible for the 21st year! And as usual John had lots of sound financial advice to share.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 20th 2026

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:54:08 GMT

The Money Doctor John Lowe as his 2026 Big Yellow Book hits the bookstores for the 21st year! John H Shanahan joined us from Texas as Trump's second rein, reigns down at home and abroad. Dr Kate McCann advised on controlling children's phone use and online activity which is at epidemic proportions. And we made Annette O'Reilly's day when her name came out to win that new Nissan Juke worth €32K!

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Ziva Cussen Remembered

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 16:50:25 GMT

Ziva Cussen joined Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch to talk about her ongoing treatment, following a breast cancer diagnosis. Despite her resolve, bravery, determination and incredible courage, Ziva lost the good fight on Saturday. In Ziva's memory we return to that conversation in early July last year and express our sadness at her loss to her family. May Ziva be at peace.

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Late Lunch Monday January 19th 2026

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 16:29:39 GMT

Dr. Conor Kerley about the inverted food pyramid, divorce thirty years on with Michelle Browne, Camino and walking holidays in focus for Martin Skelly & Elaine Harold and Helena O'Connor devastated at her late son's memorial being vandalised.

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Late Lunch Friday January 16th 2026

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:54:22 GMT

Cashing in on gold and silver, the future of public houses, set dancing and the weekend's soccer action in focus.

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The Price of a Pint and Pubs?

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:47:11 GMT

Michael Farrelly from the Carnaross Inn and Jimmy Gilna pub owner in Laytown are both really concerned for the future of the licensed trade and our public houses.

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Interviewing for The Assembly

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 19:09:30 GMT

Gerry was joined by members of the Autism Louth Meath Youth Club, who were invited to appear on a new TV Show called The Assembly, which will air on Virgin TV next Monday. These wonderful young people got to put questions to some well-know celebrities and politicians.

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Late Lunch Thursday January 15th 2026

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 19:04:05 GMT

Recovering cocaine addict Chris Jenkins, TU Dublin lecturer Paula Kelly about AI, Autism Louth Meath Youth Club members interview celebrities for The Assembly TV Show and Joanne Walsh advises on winter open water swimming.

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 14th 2026

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 19:12:41 GMT

Eoin McGee on why money matters with a huge caveat, new home and business for Sandra Walsh, the Raven revealed by Aoife McPartlin and Ann Lawlor in defence of cyclists.

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Money Matters In Perspective

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 19:04:12 GMT

You'll be surprised as Eoin McGee contexts money in the journey of life in his brilliant new book!

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Wildlife Matters - The Raven

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 18:47:53 GMT

Aoife McPartlin from Wildlife Rehabilitation Ireland brought us a fascinating insight into the world of the largest member of the corvid family the Raven!

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Sandra's New Home and Business

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 18:30:39 GMT

Sandra Walsh oozes style, taste, panache and personality as she opens up to Gerry about her life, career, new business idea and making the move to her beautiful new home in Baltray.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 13th 2026

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 19:54:02 GMT

Eddie Peppard's remarkable memoir, Tony Toner on the driver's side, pet problems solved by Sinead Kelly and Alma Jordan's AgriKids moves to a new home.

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When a Dog Bites - To Euthanize Or Not?

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 19:47:40 GMT

Veterinarian Sinead Kelly deals superbly with a sensitive subject that arises from time to time with dog owners.

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On Yer Bike With Caution

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 19:40:07 GMT

With his vast experience on the roads, driving consultant, motoring commentator and writer Tony Toner has his say about cyclists from a drivers perspective.

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In His Own Words - Eddie Peppard

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 19:25:30 GMT

Unable to read or write for eighty-six years, Eddie Peppard went back to school and with the assistance of Catriona Dillon at LMETB, mastered both skills and has now penned his Memoir!

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Late Lunch Monday January 12th 2026

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 16:36:09 GMT

Allen O'Donoghue about anti-social behaviour, Oisin Mulligan on winning the lottery of life, John Reilly to rebuild his iconic Meath pub, Jim Marry's spice bag a big hit with the Kemps and our Louise gets her Christmas Tree storage bag from our kind listeners!

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The Kemps Spice Up Slane's Village Inn

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 16:29:14 GMT

Causing a stir with regular clientele, The Kemps Martin and Roman were fed and watered at the Village Inn in Slane yesterday by Jim Marry and the Hardings.

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Scut Fagan's Pub Will Rise from the Ashes!

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 16:22:34 GMT

Burned to the ground on New Year's eve, Scut Fagan's owner John Reilly, confirmed the legendary watering hole will rise from the ashes once more.

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Dealing With Anti-Social Behaviour

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 16:15:02 GMT

Gerry received a letter from a listener who lives in the Rathmullan/Ballsgrove area on the southside of Drogheda about ongoing anti-social behaviour. Allen O'Donoghue, a parenting coach, who has worked in the community for decades, offered advice from his vast experience of dealing with the issue.

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Late Lunch Friday January 9th 2026

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:57:15 GMT

Getting to grips with Grok, Louth launches its Hare's Corner Biodiversity Project, Sandra Finegan advises on new travel regulations and David Sheehan previews the weekend's FA Cup action.

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Getting to Grips with Grok

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:49:01 GMT

Ruth Breslin, Director of the Irish Sexual Exploitation Research and Policy Institute, is clear about what needs to happen to protect vulnerable women, children and men from exploitation by Grok and other similar online tools.

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Losing My Boys to Suicide

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 09:32:24 GMT

In her heart-breaking 2022 interview, Patrice Matthews recalls the loss of her two sons, PJ and Mikey to suicide and the subsequent establishment of SAFE Castlebellingham.

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Late Lunch Thursday January 8th 2026

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:38:27 GMT

Seeking the truth about the death of Kelly Lynch, Rhoda Smith on dealing with depression, staff assaulted at the A&E Department of Drogheda hospital, what Men's Aid are about and local farmers totally opposed to the Mercosur deal.

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Kelly Lynch - Seeking Answers Revealing The Truth

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:21:31 GMT

Retired PSNI Detective James Brannigan, founder of the Katie Trust, is assisting the family of Kelly Lynch, whose body was found in a Monaghan canal on St Patrick's Day 2024, discover what really happened their daughter.

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Dealing With Depression

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:08:15 GMT

Rhoda Smith from Slane Counselling Centre explained what depression is, the reasons we become depressed, its symptoms and what we can do to deal with it.

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 7th 2026

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 18:09:56 GMT

Meath based Venezuelan Maria Isabel Meza Silva reflected on the fractious situation in her homeland, USA based Jim Bishop offered his take on his President's foibles, Showcase bound Louth businesswomen joined us and Eamonn Norris who counts Emmerdale among his directorial career had his say on Corriedale

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Venezuela On Her Mind

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:18:11 GMT

Though now living far away from home in Bettystown County Meath, the situation in Venezuela and violent death of her father, is never far away from the thoughts of Maria Isabel Meza Silva, who welcomes the removal of President Nicolas Maduro by the USA but only if it leads to regime change through democratic elections.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 6th 2026

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 20:03:46 GMT

Celebrating the Three Kings in Spain and Little Christmas in Ireland, An Post not doing a Danish on its letter delivery service and Vincent's welcoming donations during business hours.

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Cribbing and Nollaig na mBan

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 19:54:37 GMT

Folklorist Michael Fortune says Nollaig na mBan isn't an Irish tradition in most of the country, rather Little Christmas which is part and parcel of the past.

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The Three Kings - Bigger Than Christmas Day in Spain Today!

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 16:33:30 GMT

Laura Armada tells about today in her native Spain, a public holiday, which is more important than Christmas or New Year's Day to Spaniards.

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Peadar's Next Step

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 19:53:19 GMT

Peadar O'Boyle was merely 623 grams when born, now four years old, the little boy has overcome so many challenges and now wants to walk. His mum Ruth tells his story..

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Late Lunch Monday January 5th 2026

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 16:12:40 GMT

As we roll into the New Year, Sarah Carey offered her thoughts on our country as a place to live and the challenges women in Ireland face. Niall Hatch from Birdwatch encouraged us to feed the birds especially during this harsh spell of weather. Chris Kelly from Coolronan Dog Rescue, who has puppies for adoption, called on owners to have their dogs neutered. Ruth O'Boyle's little boy Peadar has made remarkable progress since his premature birth and now needs continued support which will make a huge difference to his life. While David Sheehan joined us to talk about Ruben Amorim's earlier sacking at Manchester United as Wilfried Nancy is now also sacked by Celtic.

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Late Lunch Tuesday December 23rd 2025

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 17:30:21 GMT

The Mornington Vocal Academy brought us some festive tunes, our Christmas Pudding winner Sheelagh Phelan popped in for a chat, Cormac Ferriter sang Killeagh, Eabha Flynn recited Christmas poems, Pippa Kelly sang as gaeilge and Kilkerley's Nigel McKenna said hello from Montreal.

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The Best Christmas Pudding in the Northeast 2025

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 20:15:21 GMT

The final five; Sheelagh Phelan, Mary Finegan, Jodi Carey, Mary McHale and Sheila O'Neill's Christmas Puddings underwent intense tasting as our judges; Colette Nugent, Brian Farrelly and Louise Walsh decided whose Pudding would carry off the prestigious title this year!

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Late Lunch Monday December 22nd 2025

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 20:04:50 GMT

Kylie is Number 1 for Christmas! Kieran Kehoe CEO of Meath County Council recounts the loss of vehicles following a fire at the county's Civil Defence headquarters. Emma Rafferty paid tribute to her friend Sarah Halpenny who died suddenly in Australia last weekend. We revealed the winner of the Best Christmas Pudding in the Northeast 2025. Darragh McCullough is celebrating a Christmas like no other as a first time Daddy! Paul Murphy expressed his gratitude to Hamilton Interiors for renovating the Drogheda Homeless Aid hostel. And Gerry dropped into the Gary Kelly Cancer Support Centre with a substantial donation from Santa's Little Helper.

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Paddy Comyn's Cars of the Year

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 21:10:26 GMT

Paddy Comyn from Done Deal Cars selects his motors of the year with one clear overall winner!

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Late Lunch Friday December 19th 2025

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 21:02:54 GMT

Meath River Rescue have their new boat, the Wednesday Gang tune us up for Christmas, Grace Tierney fools around with words, Paddy Comyn names his motors and car of the year and David Sheehan looks ahead to the weekend's soccer action.

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Late Lunch Thursday December 18th 2025

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 20:18:31 GMT

Late Lunch paid a visit to the Dowd family home in Duleek to officially switch on mum Rosie's simply wonderful Christmas Lights and enjoy a home which is quite simply a shrine to Christmas! Rosie has been bringing Christmas cheer to the village for the last twenty-five years and is loved by one and all for her incredible display. We enjoyed her warm hospitality and the company of quite a number of guests and callers to Rosie's home for a very special Late Lunch!

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Oldcastle Arson Attack

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 20:07:23 GMT

Meath West TD Johnny Guirke and local businessman Gerry McDermott expressed their shock, dismay and anger following an arson attack overnight that destroyed McQuaid's Pharmacy in the centre of Oldcastle.

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Rick's Picks

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:11:59 GMT

Our wine expert Rick Cronje brings us his selection for the Christmas Table this year.

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Late Lunch Wednesday December 18th 2025

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:01:36 GMT

Home for Christmas and the New Year from Sydney, Lizzie Doran popped in for a catch-up. Fr Paddy Rushe brought us his Christmas wishes and message, Rick Cronje sorted wines for our Christmas table and we heard why it makes sense to have new-borns immunised against RSV.

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Fr Paddy's Christmas Message

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 19:34:32 GMT

Fr Paddy Rushe PP of Monasterboice and Togher Parishes shared his thoughts with us ahead Christmas in the Catholic Church.

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Jabbing Influenza

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 07:56:49 GMT

Dr Kate McCann says it's not too late to get the flu jab as influenza sweeps through the population and hospitals become overburdened with serious cases.

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Oscar Killeagh's It

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 19:39:01 GMT

Fresh from his Late Late Toy Show appearance and playing with Kingfishr, Oscar Everitt nailed Killeagh solo and live with us this afternoon!

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Late Lunch Tuesday December 16th 2025

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 19:27:39 GMT

Fresh from his amazing encounter with Kingfishr on the Late Late Toy Show, Oscar Everitt blew us away with his rendition of Killeagh! John H Shanahan joined us from Texas to deliver his end of term report on Trump 2 Year 1. Dr Kate McCann discussed and advised on the severe influenza outbreak and we hear from Margaret English daughter of one of the 1975 Dundalk bombing victims.

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Christmas Jumpers, Gifting and the Sales

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 19:28:05 GMT

House of Colour's Maria Macklin is simply brilliant in the manner in which she approaches the seasonal issues of; jumpers, gifting clothes and approaching the post Christmas sales.

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The Real Cian Stanley

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 19:17:50 GMT

Diagnosed with dyspraxia at nine, Cian Stanley has had many challenges to deal with and overcome in his young life, a story he has told brilliantly in a movie, that has been acknowledged as really special and which he spoke about to Gerry on Late Lunch today.

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Late Lunch Monday December 15th 2025

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:33:23 GMT

Cian Stanley's biopic makes for fascinating viewing and listening as we found out today. The Louth County Board make their final push for funds for the new county stadium in Dundalk. Maria Macklin from House of Colour offered lots of advice on Christmas jumpers, buying clothing gifts for family and friends and tackling the post Christmas sales. And the money flowed in for the much needed Meath River Rescue's new boat.

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The Town That's Become a City

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 14:49:13 GMT

Anthony Murphy, PRO of the Drogheda City Status Group, believes the only way to ensure the neglect of Drogheda and its decline can be reversed is with a dedicated management team and administration, which overcomes it being an afterthought for two different county councils based in Dundalk and Navan.

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Late Lunch Friday December 13th 2025

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 14:40:36 GMT

Declan Bailey brought us his techno gift recommendations, Rosie Dowd is so excited to welcome Late Lunch to her home next week to officially switch on her Christmas lights display, Sharon Keogan and Elizabeth Tierney outlined the great work they're doing with young people and their good mental health in Duleek and David Sheehan delivered his predictions ahead of the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday December 11th 2025

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 14:34:37 GMT

Anthony Murphy told us why he believes City status has been met and is the answer to Drogheda's woes. Young Kells barber Joe Money is going places with scissors in hand. Jillian Stout raises the temperature in her second novel The Love Lab 2! While Sean Collins reminded us of photographer Jimmy Weldon's enduring legacy.

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Dec's Christmas Tech Recs

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:59:09 GMT

Declan Bailey from Business Tech Help brings us his selection of technology best buys this Christmas!

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Barber Joe - Have Scissors Will Travel!

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 23:02:26 GMT

At sixteen, Kells barber Joe Mongey or "Chops" as he's known, is already showing his potential as a top stylist and is a young man with hairdressing the world over on his radar, as we discovered in an engaging conversation with Gerry..

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Siobhan Sorts Christmas

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 19:03:19 GMT

Siobhan O'Neill White from mams.ie explains why it's important to support local businesses this Christmas more than ever while offering suggestions for gifting and things to do and see this festive season.

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Late Lunch Wednesday December 10th 2025

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 17:16:20 GMT

The clean up is well underway in Blackrock village following yesterday's high water that entered a number of shops on the promenade. Siobhan O'Neill White from mams.ie offered lots of advice around Christmas purchases and events but especially emphasised the need to support our local businesses. Eddie Lyons and David Cullivan dropped by to reflect on Navan Rugby Club's centenary and Sinead Burke brought her keen observational gaze to bear on Christmas gifting!

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Late Lunch Tuesday December 9th 2025

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 08:43:23 GMT

Ultan Moran was so insightful about his place of work Glasnevin cemetery, James Power owner of uPhone in Drogheda told us about the impact the falling Christmas lights had on his business, Mary Sadlier the tour de force driving Coole Swan forward popped in for a wonderful catch-up and Falyn Mackey is so happy she has her pooches back!

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Late Lunch Monday December 8th 2025

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 08:33:57 GMT

Crime writer Paul Williams about his new book Crooks 2, Ope Stephen and his mother Antonia bringing a whole new taste to the Northeast, Aoife McPartlin dissects the life cycles of our Irish owls and Jarlath Fitzsimons doesn't want his customers to miss out on a pint!

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Mary Sadlier The Coolest CEO

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:17:17 GMT

CEO and founder of Coole Swan Mary Sadlier, a liqueur born, raised and now sold all over the world from county Meath, popped into Late Lunch for a lively and most insightful conversation that had something for every prospective entrepreneur and potential business owner. What a success story Mary, her small dedicated team and Coole Swan are!

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Ultan Moran's Glasnevin Cemetery Story

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:59:05 GMT

Gerry really enjoyed his chat with Dundalk man Ultan Moran, who is Digital Marketing and Heritage Officer at Ireland's national cemetery!

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uPhone Drogheda Takes a Hit

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:47:02 GMT

James Power, owner of uPhone in the heart of Drogheda, saw business drop 75%, as he had to close last Friday until today, following the coming down of Christmas lights outside his premises. He also believes Drogheda needs some special attention to revive retail in the town centre.

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Wildlife Matters - The Owl

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:15:49 GMT

Did you know there are only three species of owl found in Ireland and they're not the ones that go too wit too woo? Aoife McPartlin from Wildlife Rehabilitation Ireland took us through the life cycle and lots more about our Irish owls.

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Ope's Too Good Food

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:07:50 GMT

Ope Stephen and his mother Antonia popped into Late Lunch to tell us all about their emerging exciting and different Too Good food business.

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Crime Writer Paul Williams

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 18:56:05 GMT

Paul Williams has plotted a second journey through the darker side of the Irish state and it's criminal actors of all shades in his brilliant new book Crooks 2!

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Late Lunch Friday December 5th 2025

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 20:38:55 GMT

Late Lunch paid a visit to Mo Chara and what an afternoon we enjoyed in the company of Cillian, Vincent and Oisin, the boys who have created something really special in the heart of Dundalk. The crack was mighty as we enjoyed the banter with the boys, Charles Handy from the Mary Wallopers, Jason McGee an expert in the brewing history of the town, especially McArdle Moore brewery and Brian McMahon whose wonderful "My Kind Of Town" exhibition is on show upstairs in Mo Chara. We also had our regulars on Friday as David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action, Deirdre O'Kane delivered classic comedy and a TV theme proved a doddle for listeners.

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Louth GAA Yearbook 2025

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 20:22:12 GMT

Dan Bannon has produced the definitive story of an incredible year for Louth Football, encompassing all aspects of the game from inter-county to club fare, with a detailed feature on every club. It's a must have for Louth people in the year that elusive Delaney Cup was won for the first time in 68 years!

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Havin' the Banter with Neil Delamere

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 20:05:23 GMT

On what his now his annual visit to Gerry on Late Lunch, among the humorous topics Neil covered were; his sporting prowess, Volodymyr Zelenskyy's TLT gig in Drogheda, drinking in parliament and his appearances on Countdown...

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Late Lunch Thursday December 4th 2025

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 19:57:57 GMT

The irrepressible Neil Delamere, Eddie Tuite's thoughts on reviving Drogheda town centre, Dan Bannon's brilliant Louth yearbook and Laura Torris finding solace in mountain climbing.

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Late Lunch Wednesday December 4th 2025

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:13:43 GMT

Celebrating twenty years in business today, Late Lunch just had to be at Antonia's Bookstore in Trim, to mark a milestone for the most fabulous independent bookstore and its owner Antonia Daly! We were delighted to chat with authors Roisin O'Donnell, Myles Dungan and Tatyana Feeney, Ivan O'Brien from the O'Brien Press, children from St Patrick's national school who are avid readers, Charley and Sadie Ayton who love Antonia's so much they're promoting the bookstore on TikTok, number one customer Aileen Wynn and Barbra Howlett who told us how she' s living the dream working with Antonia for seventeen wonderful years.

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Drogheda Town Centre's Heart is Gone or Is It?

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 18:29:39 GMT

Planning expert Dr Conor Skehan made some salient observations and offered practical and concrete suggestions as to how the heart of Drogheda town could be reinvigorated.

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 2nd 2025

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 18:23:07 GMT

Conor Skehan on his ways to reinvigorate the heart of Drogheda, Leah Barniville playing Cinderella in Cork, Eoin Maguire serving up great coffee and more in Dundalk and Peter Kermath lionising Movember!

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Late Lunch Monday December 1st 2025

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 18:14:42 GMT

Sisters Aisling Muckian and Aine Mallie diagnosed with breast cancer within weeks of each other, new Ladies Gaelic Football Association CEO Lyn Savage, Irish History Book of the Year author Nicola Pierce and Nicky Kyle's gifts for gardeners.

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Nicola Pierce Author of the Irish History Book of the Year

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 19:48:14 GMT

At the recent An Post Irish Book Awards "Great Irish Wives" was named History Book of the Year to the delight of its author Nicola Pierce, who popped into Late Lunch to reflect on an incredible year in her life.

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The Silverbridge Sisters

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 16:13:34 GMT

In an incredible twist of fate, sisters Aisling Muckian and Aine Mallie, who are both in their early thirties, were diagnosed with breast cancer weeks apart earlier this year and are receiving treatment. Here they tell their story to Gerry on Monday's Show...

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Tara's Christmas Preparations

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 19:55:41 GMT

With twenty-six days to go until we sit for our festive feast, chef Tara Walker offered lots of advice about the traditional turkey table and alternatives.

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Late Lunch Friday November 28th 2025

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 19:50:54 GMT

Chef Tara Walker with lots of advice about preparing Christmas Dinner, Wordfoolery with Grace Tierney, Rick Cronje's wine recommendations and David Sheehan previewing the weekend's sporting action.

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The Late Lunch Thursday, November 27th 2025

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:09:22 GMT

On today's show with Louise Walsh, we chatted Christmas traditions, comfort food, veterinary advice and an ongoing search for two missing people

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The Late Lunch, Wednesday November 26th, 2025

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:50:32 GMT

On today's show with Louise Walsh, a 13 year old made a heartbreaking appeal after his 14 year old brother died from inhaling deodorant fumes. A new elf for children with autism. Find out how Trim Food Bank can help you and Christmas hope - one story of joy as a local woman beats her prognosis.

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'Daniel took it once and it killed him - it's not worth it!'

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 19:23:16 GMT

A heartbroken 13 year old urges teenagers not to inhale gases from aerosols after his 14 year old brother died.

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 25th 2025

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 19:08:13 GMT

The Cooney twins describe the abuse they suffered from four years of age at the hands of Michael Griffin. PJ Norris and his crew of traveling wilburys are doing real good along the Boyne canal. Niall Hatch from Birdwatch Ireland joined us ahead of the commencement of this year's Irish Garden Bird Survey and Tony Toner had strong views on the need for instruction in road safety from a young age.

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No More Secrets

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 12:09:14 GMT

Michael Griffin pleaded guilty at Dundalk Circuit Court recently to 8 counts of indecent assault on twins Mary and Regina Cooney. The abuse which occurred between 1974 and 1982, began when the girls were aged 4 and continued until they were 12. The twins waiving their right to anonymity ensured Griffin was named. He was convicted, remanded in custody and is awaiting sentencing in January. Shortly after the trial Gerry Kelly met Mary and Regina who told him their harrowing story.

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Late Lunch Monday November 24th 2025

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 21:17:31 GMT

Superintendent Andrew Watters spoke about the need for all of us to play our part in road safety. Eddie Travers from Ardcath and Clonalvey's Dervila Bowler, who own Fraunces Tavern, the oldest bar in New York City, had a lovely chat with Gerry. Gerry also paid a visit to Sandpit National School where first-time author Emer Murray read her new book to a captive audience. While St Fechin's ladies roll on into an All Ireland semi-final, Orla McEvoy and Anna Redmond are focussed.

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Road Safety with Superintendent Andrew Watters

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 15:55:04 GMT

On another dark day on our roads in the Northeast, Superintendent Andrew Watters spoke extensively about what we all must do while driving, cycling or walking to make getting around safer for everyone.

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Late Lunch Friday November 21st 2025

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:53:22 GMT

Declan Bailey's Black Friday technology bargains, Antonia Day's recommended reads, Gerry goes for a Hidden Hearing test, Sister Isabelle Smyth's AI explanatory and David Sheehan looks ahead to the weekend's sorting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday November 20th 2025

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:48:49 GMT

Cathy Keenan on what its like to lose a child in a road traffic accident, Perth based Cathal Mongey's idea for a new book series, we had an update from Elma Beirne about that house in Rathmolyon, Ireland's playoff for a World Cup place now known and comedian Al Porter had a word.

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 19th 2025

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:41:22 GMT

Laura Armada says goodbye to her Juice Works, Paddy Prendiville edits Phoenix magazine for the 41st year, Maria Macklin advises on Christmas Party Wear and David Carr has a cool idea to create family memories.

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The Knock on the Door

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 18:04:15 GMT

Cathy Keenan's daughter Kate died in a Road Traffic Accident on January 22nd 2024. Cathy recalls the knock on the door no one expects or ever wants when the Garda arrive to break the terrible news. How events unfold, not wanting to believe her child will never come home, the support she received, upset in the graveyard, feeling all alone in the days and weeks subsequently, trying to cope, carry on and still expecting Kate to walk through the door one day.

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What to wear to your Christmas Party!

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 18:52:43 GMT

Maria Macklin from House of Colour had lots of advice about what to and not to wear to that Christmas bash.

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Juice Works Squeezed Out

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 18:45:15 GMT

An emotional Laura Armada told us why she had no option but to cease her Juice Works business after nine years because of a number of factors but especially the stringent regulations around natural, fresh produce production and shelf life.

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M1 Drogheda Retail Park Traffic Chaos - Louth County Council Reply

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 19:21:20 GMT

Following on from Gerry highlighting the chaotic traffic situation in and out of the M1 Drogheda Retail Park on Drogheda's Northside, Louth County Council have replied...

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 18th 2025

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:46:48 GMT

Antoinette Tyrrell said goodbye to the daily commute in Ireland for a new life working from home in Spain! Kathryn Thomas launches her new Podcast "Are We There Yet" today. Dr Kate McCann advised on men's health and overloading with sugary treats. And composer Michael Holohan's Mass of the Bells, commemorating the anniversaries of St Oliver Plunkett and Mother Mary Martin, is happening on Sunday next.

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Five Young Lives - Dundalk Crash Victims Remembered

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 17:12:44 GMT

Tributes poured in on this afternoon's Late Lunch as Gerry spoke about the fatal road crash and was joined by Sean McDermott's Chairman Fergal Finn and Drumconrath businessman Dermot Muldoon.

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Late Lunch Monday November 17th 2025

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 17:00:02 GMT

Fergal Finn and Dermot Muldoon said some lovely words about the young people who died in that horrific road crash on the Ardee/Dundalk road on Saturday. Elma Beirne faces losing €60K and her new home if the developer is liquidated. Erika McGann has four children's books out at the minute with Run Home Little Fox nominated for children's book of the year! And Brian Byrne brings his She Must Go show to the Solstice in Navan next Sunday.

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Late Lunch Friday November 14th 2025

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:30:27 GMT

Things got toasty with listeners to Late Lunch! From Rave to Behave Sinead Burke's latest musings. A first novel from Frank Shouldice is being widely acclaimed. Aoife McPartlin figured out the life and times of our swans. David Sheehan brought us his sports preview and Alan Carr the laughs with classic comedy!

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Wildlife Matters - The Swan

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:17:18 GMT

Aoife McPartlin, from Wildlife Rehabilitation Ireland, enlightened us on the life and times of Ireland's largest bird the Swan.

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Classics Revived - The New Electric Renault 4 & 5

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 18:38:46 GMT

Paddy Comyn from Done Deal Cars is so impressed with the all new electric Renault classics reborn while Noel Stewart and Donal Waters offered great advice on what to look out for battery wise if you're buying a used electric vehicle.

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Late Lunch Thursday 13th November 2025

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 18:13:46 GMT

Late Lunch paid a visit to long-time Show sponsors Blackstone Motors Showrooms in Drogheda, where we spoke with owners Noel Stewart and Donal Waters, Paddy Comyn from Done Deal Motors, Louth's All Star Sam Mulroy, Louth ladies captain Aine Breen and her teammate Kate Flood and Louth senior mens's assistant manager Peter Dooley.

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All Star Sam Mulroy's Triple Success

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 18:02:08 GMT

On our visit to Late Lunch and Louth GAA sponsors Blackstone Motors Drogheda Showrooms, Louth senior men's Captain Sam Mulroy dropped by to reflect on a year that saw him lift the Leinster and Louth tiles with county and club Naomh Mairtin and become only the third Louth man to be an All Star!

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John McGahon - Back in the Public Eye

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 18:49:29 GMT

John McGahon's back, not politically, but as CEO of Dundalk Chamber. He's so enthusiastic in his new role and sanguine about his exit from the world of politics. No regrets as he regains his life from the round the clock call yet he hasn't ruled out a return to the hustings in the future?

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The Other Side of Politics with Sionnain McCann

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 18:31:20 GMT

Continuing our series featuring women councillors in Louth and Meath, with the youngest councillor ever elected to Louth County Council, Sinn Fein's Dundalk South representative Sionnain McCann.

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 12th 2025

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:42:38 GMT

Road Safety Advocate Michael O'Neill is once again organising an annual remembrance mass for road traffic accident victims. John McGahon is relishing his role as CEO of Dundalk Chamber. The youngest ever Councillor elected to Louth County Council Sionnain McCann featured in the Other Side of Politics today. While Pharmacist Kathy Maher has invited the SAFE mobile unit to Duleek this weekend with mental health firmly in focus.

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 11th 2025

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 19:00:42 GMT

Navan's Meabh McMahon now Chief Anchor at Euronews, Kathleen Flavin's Foxford Cafe Cookbook has Gerry salivating, Ciara Lynch swapped Marketing for Dairy Farming and young Morgan Reilly's Wonky Pup Treats are selling like hot cakes!

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No Go at the M1 Drogheda Retail Park

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 18:48:13 GMT

A visit to Drogheda's M1 Retail Park on the northside of town last evening left Gerry feeling totally frustrated, as he attempted to exit the park, which took ages, because of the traffic gridlock that's now a daily occurrence.

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Leinster Ladies Champions St Fechin's

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 16:19:47 GMT

Team Captain Orla McEvoy, colleague Orla Brennan and Manager David Kirwan popped in for a chat following the girls historic Leinster title win on Saturday.

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Late Lunch Friday November 7th 2025

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 16:14:37 GMT

The wonderful Arthur Gourounlian, Lynsey Flanagan helping folk navigate the digital world, Hector's Irish Word a Day an David Sheehan's sports preview.

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A Late Lunch with Arthur Gourounlian

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 16:06:36 GMT

Late Lunch oozed energy as Arthur came calling with his wonderful first children's book, talked all things dancing and Kylie too!

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Late Lunch Thursday November 6th 2025

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:10:37 GMT

Eimear Ni Bhraonain author of The Dodger DJ Carey and the Great Betrayal joined us, Carol Lennon featured today in The Other Side Of Politics, Judith Caffrey from Maynooth University advised on the CAO application process and Darragh McCullough was in sombre mood as avian flu wipes out an entire Turkey flock in Meath.

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 5th 2025

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 19:04:08 GMT

Ahead of the Navan Racing Festival on November 15th&16th, we took the Show to Navan Racecourse this afternoon where we were joined by General Manager Ciaran Flynn and Marketing Executive Heather Downey. David Jennings from the Racing Post and Will Reilly of Bar One Racing. Course manager Donal Curtis had a word as did Race Committee members Jimmy Owens and Eimer Hannon. Maria Kelly from the Round "O" and Ian Hunt from the Cusack Hotel Group represented the hospitality sector.

While our own Davy Rispin spoke about his love of sport and his 'We Are Meath' Podcast.

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 4th 2025

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 18:54:26 GMT

Historian Sean Collins enlightened us of the history of Drogheda's Cenotaph, 100 years since it was first unveiled. Mary Kenny reflected on the demise of Andrew formerly known as Prince! Andy Spearman entrusts his Drogheda Life into the assured care of Katie Kierans and Stefan White remembered his friend the late great Eugene Nudie Hughes.

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Not In Our Names

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 16:26:59 GMT

Following the arson attack on the IPAS accommodation on George's Street in Drogheda, local Fine Gael councillor Ejiro O'Hare Strattan and Development Perspectives CEO Bobby McCormack joined Gerry Kelly on his Late Lunch Show to have their say about what happened.

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Late Lunch Monday November 3rd 2025

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 16:14:32 GMT

Ejiro O'Hare Strattan and Bobby McCormack gave their thoughts on the arson attack on the IPAS accommodation centre in Drogheda. Kim O'Driscoll advised on minimising moth damage to stored clothing. Menopause specialist Rachel Graham, who has been named evoke.ie Nutritionist/Dietician of the Year, popped in for a catch-up with Gerry. And for the greater good Dr Darren Scully encouraged listens to report any side effects experienced from consuming medicines.

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Late Lunch Friday October 31st 2025

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 17:01:02 GMT

Farmaphobia re-visited, Conlon's won't let another break in deflect from the bigger picture, Wordfoolery with Grace Tierney, Rick Cronje discovers a wine connoisseur's gem in Carrickmacross and David Sheehan delivered his verdict on the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday October 30th 2025

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 18:59:20 GMT

Mrs Smart Money, Kel Galavan advised on investing, Michael Fortune reflected on Halloween games & traditions and air pollution was the subject of the final episode of Ours To Protect.

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 29th 2025

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 18:16:57 GMT

Gillian Keenan absolutely loves Halloween and it's obvious as she immerses herself, family and home into the spirit of the season. Ejiro O'Hare Stratton was Gerry's guest on the Other Side Of Politics. Richard Moeran knows the ins, outs, ups and downs of haunted Ross Castle. While Jean Marie Thompson can only hope and pray for family, friends and fellow citizens of hurricane ravaged Jamaica.

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 28th 2025

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 16:08:39 GMT

Sarah Carey reflected on the election of Catherine Connolly as President and the fallout for Fianna Fail and Fine Gael. Andrew Milne, PRO of St Margaret's Celtic Supporters Club and editor of the club fanzine "More Than 90 Minutes", offered his thoughts on the sudden departure of manager Brendan Rodgers. Dr Sarah Cleary the Queen of Halloween told us that October 31st is her Christmas! With hurricane Melissa about to roar, Emeritus Professor John Sweeney is bound for COP30 in Brazil.

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Late Lunch Friday October 24th 2025

Sat, 25 Oct 2025 10:49:46 GMT

Brian McMahon popped in for a chat as his brilliant new retrospective exhibition "My Kind of Town" opens in Mo Chara in Dundalk. Antonia Daly of Antonia's Book Shop in Trim, incidentally Irish Book Award nominated Bookshop of the Year, brought us her latest reading recommendations. Sarah Ouellette Country Manager for Movember told us what the annual men's health campaign has achieved and it's aims for the future. David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action and we enjoyed a great laugh in the company of Katherine Tate's Nan!

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Late Lunch Thursday October 23rd 2025

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 15:08:44 GMT

The alarm clock bells were ringing on Late Lunch today! Money Doctor John Lowe offered his best advice on how to best secure a return on savings. Veterinarian Sinead Kelly answered a wide range of listeners questions. While TikTok tyre mechanic Jacob Donegan from Meath is doing Dinner With The Enemy on Virgin 1 TV.

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 22nd 2025

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 16:39:06 GMT

The irrepressible Barbara Scully who brings her one-woman show to the Tain Theatre in Dundalk illuminated the airwaves! Mary Sadlier, CEO of Coole Swan, is not impressed with the level of service she receives from her accounting, banking and internet suppliers. Siobhan O'Neill-White from mams.ie had lots of suggestions to while away time during the midterm break. Lorcan Farrell who's 4 needs a bone marrow transplant - his mammy Abbie told us his touching story.

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 21st 2025

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 16:23:28 GMT

Consultant Tony O'Brien reflected on the Presidential PR debacle the campaign has been for Fianna Fail and Fine Gael. Kevin McCann's family orchards between Tullyallen and Slane are yielding bumper crops of Gala apples. Dr Kate McCann advised of preparing well for good health in late autumn and early winter. While Fr Paddy Rushe is looking for support for essential works at his ancient churches in Monasterboice parish.

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Late Lunch Monday October 20th 2025

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 16:23:11 GMT

Hector hits Australia and New Zealand with his new show on TG4 and there's so much to look forward to. The Other Side of Politics featured Suzanne Jamal today. Coleen Mannion is very happy with the restoration of her autism classes at Enfield community hub while Cathal Finegan is relieved he survived crashing into a deer on his motorbike. And Katie Melady's new song hits the high notes with Gerry!

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Brush Shiels at 80 - Or is it 18?

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:02:03 GMT

Ahead of his 80th birthday, the inimitable Brush Shiels and his best friend Sean Boylan, popped into Late Lunch to mark the great man's auspicious occasion!

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Late Lunch Friday October 17th 2025

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 15:25:01 GMT

Entertainment par excellence in the company of Birthday Boy Brush Shiels and his best friend Sean Boylan. Julie Parte's Potting Shed Vintage brings a touch of class to any home and boy has this woman an eye for a hidden gem! Paddy Comyn from Done Deal Cars looked ahead to four new Toyota models and also focussed on the new urban speed limits. While David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday October 16th 2025

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 20:07:55 GMT

On International Credit Union Day Late Lunch came live from Drogheda Credit Union who has a membership of 55,000 people. We heard from Deputy CEO Sarah McGee, Marketing Manager Patricia White and Chief Financial Officer Michael Ferguson. We were also joined by people who make Laurence Street what its is, Gloge Travel's Sandra Finegan, Peter Kirwan and Janette Reilly from Kirwan's Fish Cart, solicitor Paddy Goodwin and Aoife Ruane from the Highlanes Gallery.

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 15th 2025

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 17:52:36 GMT

His artistic talent and new daughter save Thomas Hendy from his downward spiral - what a storey! Aoife McPartlin demystifies the life of a bat, fashionista Maria Macklin does what she does best and footballer Megan Campbell talks retirement.

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Thomas Hendy - The Art of Life's Turnaround

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 16:30:39 GMT

Thomas Hendy's life spiralled out of control as his drug addiction took hold. He spent years in and out of prison in Ireland and Liverpool, experienced homelessness until his youngest brother died and his beautiful daughter was born. He had such artistic talent which ultimately also paved the way towards a better life which he talked about to Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch.

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Megan Campbell Hangs Up Her Boots

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 16:17:14 GMT

The greatest women's footballer ever to emerge from the Northeast and one of our finest ever to don the Irish green jersey, also plying her trade with the likes of; Manchester City, Liverpool and Everton. Megan Campbell joined Gerry on Late Lunch having announced her retirement from professional football yesterday.

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Drogheda's West Street Out Dunne Again!

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 07:21:38 GMT

One of the oldest Dunnes Stores supermarkets in Ireland, on Drogheda's once "Golden Mile" West Street, is set to close imminently. It's another blow for the burgeoning town's main street which is now but a pale shadow of its glorious past. Anthony Murphy, spokesperson for Drogheda City Status and Dom Gradwell a long-time campaigner highlighting Derelict Drogheda had their say with Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch.

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 14th 2025

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 17:44:02 GMT

Another blow to the heart of Drogheda as Dunnes Stores tells staff it's closing its grocery store on West Street. Joan McCann has grown her Code Lab business which delivers coding classes to primary school children. Ann Marie and Mark Beggs are a fabulous couple who know from experience what's required to guide people diagnosed with dyslexia through education and beyond. And Marathon Man David Crosby has overcome so much adversity with his health to complete the Chicago Marathon.

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David Crosby Marathon Man Extraordinaire

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 16:00:34 GMT

There's no stopping David Crosby from Meath Hill who, despite a double lung and kidney transplant, coming through an induced covid19 coma and beating skin cancer, completed the recent Chicago Marathon from where he spoke with Gerry on Tuesday's Late Lunch.

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Late Lunch Monday October 13th 2025

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 19:34:45 GMT

Baron of Dunsany Randal Plunkett joined us to reflect on aspects of his "Wild Thing" memoir. Gerry enjoyed a wander down memory lane with Showaddywaddy's original drummer Romeo Challenger as the bank mark 50 years on the road with a special concert at the TLT Theatre in Drogheda. It'd Fire Safety week and Alan Lawes recalled a near fatal blaze at his home in Navan. Ellen Rochford expressed annoyance at the ending of classes for people with autism, which her son attends, at Enfield Community Hub in Meath.

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Late Lunch Friday October 10th 2025

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 15:08:59 GMT

Paul Reilly from Kilmessan believes no young player should have to choose between hurling and football. Young entrepreneur Bobbie Gamble is going places with his 17 Vending & Events business. Celebrity Chef Catherine Fulvio is doubling down on food waste ahead of her visit to Navan. David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action and we enjoyed classic comedy from the Golden Girls.

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Late Lunch Thursday October 9th 2025

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 15:18:08 GMT

Julieanne Lynch wants answers about the circumstances around her daughter Kelly's death in Monaghan back in March 2024. Emer Toibin was our featured councillor in today's Other Side of Politics. Daniel Lambe is literally peddling his unique hand-made Lambriqs. And music journalist with Hotpress, Chloe Craft, is full of enthusiasm for Slane 2026 headline act, country music superstar Luke Combs.

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 8th 2025

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 16:37:09 GMT

Gail McEvoy took us through the implications of Budget 2026 for folk and we heard from the perspectives of; parents of college goers, hospitality and carers. Gerry had an interesting chat with Helen Dwyer and Jaimie Ronan from My Generation and Moods & Seasons at Southgate Shopping Centre outside Drogheda. And we heard from Diarmuid Mac Dhubhglais who was on board one of the vessels detained by the Israeli forces on its way to Gaza.

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Mattress Mick "Bouncing Back"

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 07:55:26 GMT

Michael Flynn aka Mattress Mick joined Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch to talk about his fascinating life & times which he has written about in his memoir "Bouncing Back".

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 7th 2025

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 15:45:59 GMT

The one and only Mattress Mick popped in for a lovely chat about his memoir "Bouncing Back". Pharmacist Kathy Maher advised on the flu, covid19 & pneumonia vaccines and dealing with chicken pox in children. Live wire Aindrais De Stack who lived without electricity for a year and coped is bringing his eclectic one-man show to the Northeast. And Fr. Brendan Callanan set the scene for the largest festival of faith in Ireland - St Gerard's Novena in Dundalk.

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Late Lunch Monday October 6th 2025

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 16:29:19 GMT

Sarah Carey brought her wisdom to bear on the shock exit of Jim Gavin from the Presidential race. Author Patricia Scanlan talked about her being an Ambassador for the Irish Cancer Society for breast cancer month. Bryan Lynch was in fine form as he reflected on thirty years in the salad and sauce business. While we remembered the late great Manchan Magan who died all too young on Friday last.

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Late Lunch Thursday October 2nd 2025

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 15:09:37 GMT

Anne Marie Ford was our featured guest on the Other Side of Politics today. Samantha Forrest's nifty idea to help with little fussy eaters has really taken off. Mark Smith who decorated the Spire of Lloyd in Kells for the Traitors had a word and what a lovely story as Adas Rakauskas returns the shoe box favour to others.

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 1st 2025

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 17:34:23 GMT

Anti social behaviour prevalent in Meath and Louth as the Halloween mayhem unfolds. Sibeal releases her haunting new single which is the soundtrack to a new Irish movie. Women in Business in focus as National Women's Enterprise Day looms. And the Victory family are cock a hoop as St.Mary's Donore bridge a forty-six year gap.

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Late Lunch Tuesday September 30th 2025

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:59:55 GMT

Dr Harry Barry's final book sees him reflect on his own life in a compelling read. Jacinta Walsh, co-founder of Abacas Special School, paid tribute to the O'Connor family who were slain at their home in mid-Louth yesterday. Kayleigh Mulligan is looking for placements as a whole new crop of young volunteers emerge in Louth and David Gorman remembered his late brother Keith who succumbed to pancreatic cancer.

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Late Lunch Monday September 29th 2025

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 15:14:57 GMT

Michael McNaughton, Director of the Insolvency Service of Ireland, advised on dealing with debt. Gina Daly told us why she loves her new Monsieur Cuisine Smart Kitchen appliance. Amie Dyer and David Corr have combined their wonderful vocal talents, bringing their Sonairi Recital to Drogheda. While former Ryder Cup Vice Captain Des Smyth, reflected on Europe's exhilarating win over the USA in New York.

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The Late Lunch Friday, September 26th 2025

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 11:52:22 GMT

On today's show with Louise Walsh, we talked wine, wordfoolery, sport and why young people have lost the art of the phone conversation.

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The Late Lunch Thursday September 25th

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 12:55:35 GMT

On today's show with Louise Walsh, we had the latest in the series of Ours To Protect, we talked UPFs and Noel Williamson urged people to get health checks after he died for four minutes after suffering a heart attack on the track

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The Late Lunch, Wednesday September 24th 2025

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 12:39:19 GMT

On today's show with Louise Walsh, Emma Duff told of her training to provide spa treatments for cancer patients, Lisa Keenan talks about a new way to auction cattle from TB restricted herds online, Sinead Kelly saved the day with pet advice and a Navan family are holding a darts marathon for a very special cause

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The Late Lunch Tuesday September 23rd, 2025

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 11:56:40 GMT

On today's show with Louise Walsh, Ashbourne man Trevor Macken talked about his struggles with addiction and mental health and how he has turned his life around, Navan's 21 club is back, the Irish speaking wedding celebrant and a young DJ who has signed with a record label

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Late Lunch Monday September 22nd 2025

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:09:14 GMT

On today's show with Louise Walsh, a heartbroken mother calls for a safety risk assessment at a lake which claimed her son's life. Two women share how they lost over eight stone between them. A local butchers wants to make take in the new take out . How a business is renting furniture for events and a local man who saved a shark at the weekend.

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Late Lunch Friday September 19th 2025

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 15:01:16 GMT

The Other Side of Politics featured Caroline O'Reilly today, Antonia Daly joined us as our Book Reviewer, Paddy Comyn returned as our Motoring Expert and David Sheehan brought us his usual first class preview of the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday September 18th 2025

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 15:30:44 GMT

Eoin O'Malley took us back to the halcyon days of politics when Charlie Haughey and Garret Fitzgerald took turns to rule the roost. Aoife McPartlin said adios to our swifts, swallows and martins for another year. Ita Marmion, Joan Gilmore and Joy Daly, who are part of a legendary charity fundraising team, are all set for their annual coffee morning at Swans Curragha. While James Coffey is chuffed with the CMAT mural on the gable of his Ardu Coffee Shop in Dunboyne!

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Late Lunch Wednesday September 17th 2025

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 15:02:15 GMT

Aviator and Professor Jim Bishop explained that the heat has been taken out of the situation on the ground following the assassination of Charlie Kirk but deep divisions fuelled by untruths prevail in the USA. Sophie Morris, who is on a winner with her new book Sophie's Swaps, had a great chat with Gerry. Peter Kavanagh, marking forty years at his pharmacy business in Dunshaughlin, reflected on a career milestone. And Shane Holland told of his "History of the Future" exhibition in Duleek for Culture Night.

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Late Lunch Tuesday September 16th 2025

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 15:47:59 GMT

The new Marquis Conyngham Alex, joined us for the first time since the death of his father Henry, as he assumes the title and responsibilities at Slane Castle. Matchmaker Mairead Loughman is confident of finding love for farmers at the ploughing championships. Gerry McDonnell from Harp Renewables has the perfect solution for food waste and Fr. Joe McGrath loves to belt out a song at wedding ceremonies!

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Late Lunch Monday September 15th 2025

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 16:15:06 GMT

Declan Bailey took us through the features of the new iPhone 17 and Apple suite of products. Annmarie O'Connor inspired us as she spoke about her memoir called "Twitch" about being diagnosed with early onset Parkinson's disease. Soroptimists Margaret Geraghty and Fiona Matthews told us about their campaign around human trafficking and Alan Doherty gave a shout out to carers to join the new Dun Croi choir.

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Late Lunch Friday September 12th 2025

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 15:06:53 GMT

It's mushroom hunting season and mycologist Bill O'Dea knows his mush from his shrooms! The Murphy's, Owen and Anthony, spoke in glowing terms about the forthcoming Boyne Valley Walking Festival. House of Colour's Maria Macklin had lots of advice on autumn fashion and second hand September. David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action and we enjoyed a laugh with the inimitable Lee Mack!

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Late Lunch Thursday September 11th 2025

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 15:13:52 GMT

The Other Side of Politics with Maeve Yore, Vet of the Year Daniella Heekes, Dr Kate McCann on ageing well and Jack Kavanagh completes a marathon challenge for Spinal Injuries Ireland.

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Late Lunch Wednesday September 10th 2025

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 15:16:15 GMT

Drogheda Dolls founder Natalie Kelly says the show goes on despite the closure of the Dolls House. Financial advisor Sean Matthews covered off pensions, Dermot McElroy advised on solar panels and retrofitting homes while Nicky Kyle set out our gardening tasks for September.

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Late Lunch Tuesday September 9th 2025

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 15:41:45 GMT

Ambrose Clinton brought his renowned expertise to bear on hair loss and care, Irene Gahan is marking a decade of her Drogheda Grinds Academy, Suzie Higgie brings her songs and music to Dundalk to remember Conway Savage and Aine Farrelly told us about their canned milk business.

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Late Lunch Monday September 8th 2025

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 15:07:08 GMT

Nicole Gaule told the heart breaking story of her niece Emily's situation, Mick Hughes is recognised for his support of Ukraine, Gerry brought us back to yesterday's Dip in the Nip Northeast, we heard what's available at Four Swan's Therapy and Deirdre McCormack explained the rebranding of the business park in Ardee.

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Late Lunch Friday September 5th 2025

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 16:34:27 GMT

Jim Bishop despairs about his beloved USA, author Andrew 'OConnor is back with a brilliant new book, Tony Kierans carries on the family motoring tradition and David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday September 4th 2025

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 16:08:42 GMT

Catching up with former Green Party leader Eamon Ryan, Solene Scherrer on dealing with unwanted clothing, autumn in Rosie Maye's wonderful garden and Mary Ann Gosling brings the European Council of Grandmothers to Dundalk.

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Late Lunch Monday September 1st 2025

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 15:18:25 GMT

Bagatelle's Ken Doyle on the unveiling of a commemorative bench to Liam Reilly and John O'Brien. Laura Armada about the toxic overload we're all bombarded with daily and the alternatives. Leo Reilly's Machu Picchu challenge for MND and Jack Kavanagh giving it his all for Spinal Injuries Ireland.

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Late Lunch Friday August 29th 2025

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 15:00:56 GMT

Allen O'Donoghue on transitioning from school to college and beyond, Grace Tierney's Wordfoolery, Rick Cronje's wine recommendations and David Sheehan previewing the weekend in sport.

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Late Lunch Thursday August 28th 2025

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 15:10:24 GMT

Author Sam Blake has her identity stolen, Darragh McCullough turns around his coffee business, fast fashion in focus and Ita McGuigan from Maynooth University advises on the CAO offers.

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 27th 2025

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 15:09:59 GMT

Public health specialist Dr. Gabriel Scally reflected on Covid19 times, young Rowan O'Neill's cancer is in remission, veterinarian Sinead Kelly offered lots of advice to listeners and Paddy Muckian, inventor of the egg dispensing machine, sells his product world-wide!

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 26th 2025

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:59:47 GMT

The Boys from MoChara rocked the airwaves and why wouldn't they after being named as the brewers of the Best Craft Beer in Ireland! Danielle Timmons was also over the moon as the Book of Memories Cafe in Kells is shortlisted for a National Good Cause Award. Undertaker Thomas Curtis highlighted a problem with AI and death notices. While Conor Kavanagh was just back from that marathon cycle to Istanbul!

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Late Lunch Monday August 25th 2025

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 15:21:45 GMT

It's blackberry picking season and Anne Frehill loves the tradition! Michael Comyn's "Mind the Gap" Podcast is now also in book form. Geraldine Cussen is backing Vision Ireland's "Clear Our Paths" campaign all the way. While Rathkenny National School is supposed to re-open but there's no pupils to be taught?

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Late Lunch Friday August 22nd 2025

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 15:17:17 GMT

John Halpin, Principal of St Oliver's Community College and four of his Leaving Certificate students, who received their results today, joined us to reflect on their achievements and what they plan to do beyond school. Maria Porter is onto something really special with her KnowMe Tag. Dance teacher Aisling Nally and owner of Studio A is celebrating ten years in business with success on the World stage. David Sheehan brought us his sports preview and we had classic comedy from Jimeoin.

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Late Lunch Thursday August 21st 2025

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 15:36:55 GMT

Gavin Tiernan and Sean Grehan from County Louth Golf Club, who have been selected for the GB & Ireland Walker Cup to face the USA, joined us to reflect on their wonderful achievement. Talented Navan siblings, Meabh and Mike McMahon, popped in for a lovely chat on a visit back home. Tenors Gavan Ring and Sean Tester would just make you want to go along to the new season of Drogheda Classical concerts. And Blake Boland is getting into the water again for another gruelling challenge for a really good cause.

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 20th 2025

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 17:00:08 GMT

Bernadette McAliskey offered her views on world and Irish matters, Frank Dillon reaffirmed that no one should be ALONE, in wildlife matters Aoife McPartlin focussed on squirrels and Maria Flynn had big news from Ballymakenny Farm!

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 19th 2025

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 15:47:28 GMT

Sarah Carey has her finger on the pulse as the Presidential election race hots up. Peter McCluskey has written a gem called "Long Story Short". Dr Kate McCann offered lots of fantastic advice for parents as children return to school. Beekeeper Eoghan Mac Giolla Codha put the threat from the Yellow Legged Hornet to the native Irish honeybee in perspective.

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Late Lunch Monday August 18th 2025

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 15:12:42 GMT

New CEO of Birdwatch Ireland Dr. Andrew Kelly dropped in for a chat, Nicky Kyle guided us through the organic vegetable garden for August, Duleek & District Darts League celebrates its 50th anniversary and Oasis mega fan Brian Heavey reflected on seeing them in Dublin on Saturday.

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Late Lunch Friday August 15th 2025

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 15:30:41 GMT

Dip in the Nip 2025 is only weeks away and the crew are looking for more dippers to raise funds for NECRET and the Oncology unit at Drogheda Hospital. Conor Kavanagh is cycling from Meath to Istanbul for really good reason. Chris Norman, the original lead singer with Smokie, is still packing them in with his new band. David Sheehan looked ahead to the start of the new Premier League season and we enjoyed classic comedy from Dame Edna.

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Late Lunch Thursday August 14th 2025

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:36:53 GMT

Today Late Lunch came from Louth County Council's beautiful new Civic Offices on Fair Street in Drogheda, site of the former St Vincent's school, where Presenter Gerry Kelly began his education at five years of age many moons ago! We were joined by Louth County Council Chief Executive David Conway who reflected on his early months in the job and some of the main areas of focus for the future. New County Librarian Amanda Branigan was buzzing about her new responsibilities. While Drogheda's Night Time Economy manager Mark Davies set out his vision and Gary Byrne Customer Services Manager told us why he's so proud of his team's new place of work. We also heard from former Drogheda Independent Editor Paul Murphy and Joe Collins a man born and reared on Fair Street. While leading Hair Stylist David Murray, who operates from Number 21, popped in for a most insightful chat about his wonderful business.

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 13th 2025

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 15:09:04 GMT

Consumer expert Sinead Ryan reflected on the non-return of €66 million in bottles and cans after a year of the Re-turn scheme. Niall Spelman, former assistant governor at Wheatfield prison, pulled no punches about the state of our prisons. Anita Reynolds said goodbye to teaching to concentrate on her artistic talent. While Roy Murray and Delphine Coudray, who got married on Monday, spent their wedding day unusually to say the least!!

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 12th 2025

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 15:49:32 GMT

Former Met Eireann and TV weather presenter Joanna Donnelly didn't rule out running for President! Dan Cooney's Irish mountain climb was equivalent to conquering Everest. Dr Siobhan Osgood will curate a fascinating exhibition about Navan and the Great Northern Railway in the Solstice Arts Centre. While singer Mark Guildea has turned his hand to making guitars.

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Late Lunch Monday August 11th 2025

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 15:18:40 GMT

Gerry and Louise will be part of photographer Nina Val's "In the Shower" project! Dave Mooney from John Lynch Carpets confirmed that "lino" is back in vogue. Tony Conaghy's new book about wildlife and biodiversity along a stretch of the river Boyne makes for fascinating reading. Maria Macklin from House Of Colour took on the fast fashion dilemma. While Stephen Ball told us what's going on in Bohermeen for Heritage week.

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Late Lunch Friday, August 8th, 2025

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 14:53:14 GMT

On today's show we talked funeral traditions, feeding a family of five for just €125 a week, how a local make-up artist got a pound from Oasis and all the sport with David Sheehan

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The Late Lunch Thursday August 7th, 2025

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 10:58:52 GMT

On today's show with Louise Walsh, a Kildalkey mother opened up about her journey with breast cancer, we discovered snail beer is a thing and we went to Ravensdale in our quest to find out the success of rural pubs against the odds. Also we chatted to Prince Charming, aka David Monaghan about taking a step back from his committee roles in Navan's St Mary's Musical Society and we heard the heartfelt story of why a sustainable clothing charity was started.

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 5th 2025

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 14:30:28 GMT

On today's show with Louise Walsh, Louth Ladies celebrated their All-Ireland victory, a Meath family demands action after their dad has a bad fall, a rural pub's success despite the odds, Rebecca Rodgers makes a plea and gut matters

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Late Lunch Friday August 1st 2025

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 15:04:30 GMT

Michael Houghton's life has been on FIRE for the last seven years! Ahead of Sunday's ladies All Ireland football finals, we heard from the Meath and Louth mammies. Olan McNeece from Boyne Grove Fruit Farm popped in for a catch-up. And David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday July 31st 2025

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:02:50 GMT

It's official there's still a huge fondness for Heinz Salad Cream and what it brings to our palates! Eddie Marmion's quest to have the Miami Showband massacre remembered comes to fruition on it's 50th anniversary. Prashant Shukla, chairman of the Ireland India Council, told of the rise in violent incidents against his community and what needs to be done. In Ours To Protect the focus was on energy and water conservation this time round. And we heard from the Meath and Louth Ladies team captains ahead of Sunday's All Ireland football finals.

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 30th 2025

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 16:20:03 GMT

Paul O'Reilly owner and founder of Watt Footprint talked to us about EVs and had some very interesting advice on overnight charging. Adam Murray is a young businessman with ideas to revitalise the heart of his hometown Drogheda. Peter Cosgrove from futurewise.ie sees where the future is in the way we work and the workplace. Boxer Grace Conway is National Champion again and unbeaten nationally since she took up the sport with Tredagh Boxing Club only four years ago.

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 29th 2025

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 15:25:43 GMT

With health insurance premiums consistently rising, Dermot Goode, from totalhealthcover.ie, had lots of advice for hard pressed consumers. Irish Times journalist Sylvia Thompson relayed her experience of dealing with her late mother's possessions after she passed away. Dr Sabina Brennan's new book "Still Me" is essential reading for anyone but especially those caring for someone with dementia. While David Keane is rightly delighted with his UK Great Taste awards for his Connemara Oysters!

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Late Lunch Monday July 28th 2025

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 15:46:14 GMT

Miami Showband massacre survivor Des Lee joined us ahead of the 50th anniversary of the atrocity and publication of the book about his life and surviving the attack by Loyalist terrorists. Denise Lynch from Woolworks, who've moved from Drogheda town centre to Ballymakenny, spoke about relocating and the uptake among young people in crafts. We heard how US tariffs will impact on Boann whiskey and Keogh's crisps. Why Trim is buzzing as Mel Gibson returns on the 30th anniversary of the making of Braveheart!

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Late Lunch Friday July 25th 2025

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 15:11:18 GMT

Car service prices compared and what a difference - €330! Harry Smith is hopeful he'll get a ticket to see his 66th All Ireland Football Final on Sunday. Grace Tierney brought us some more origins and meaning of words. eCommerce expert Ruairi Browne compared a basket of goods across the five main supermarkets with interesting results. And David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday July 24th 2025

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 15:27:39 GMT

Denis Duff made the case for nuclear power in Ireland, Paul Doran's new song about Palestine is simply beautiful and young Ajay Kierans is passionate about saving the planet from destruction. Tom Ormond's snap of a Humpback Whale is a national photographic prize winner and a car service costing €930 in Rip Off Republic!

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 23rd 2025

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 15:10:44 GMT

Barbara Scully has an opinion on our right to privacy, Shane Lynch achieves his prestigious scouting belt, Ciaran Brennan is rewilding some land & setting up a Forest School and Kirsty Blake Knox in defence of Ryanair's clampdown on baggage!

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 22nd 2025

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 15:34:26 GMT

Angler Martin O'Neill told the distressing story of the hundreds of trout that have perished in Killineer Reservoir on the outskirts of Drogheda. Kenneth Keavey from Green Earth Organics grows everything on his farm the organic way. In Wildlife Matters Aoife McPartlin revealed lots of interesting information about the much maligned Herring Gull. And Gerard Cromwell paid tribute to his friend and cycling colleague Craig Sweetman who passed away unexpectedly.

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Late Lunch Monday July 21st 2025

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 15:05:44 GMT

Irish-American John Shanahan is in despair about what's happening at home and around the world as Trump 2 unfolds. Fr Paddy Rushe and his love of coffee has moved to another level. Why a career in hairdressing? And Jenny Rispin is looking forward to Meath Ladies All Ireland football final tilt at Dublin.

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Late Lunch Friday July 18th 2025

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 15:10:38 GMT

Maire Ni Churraoin is all for our National Anthem being mandatory taught on the school curriculum and listeners were in total agreement. Travel editor with the Irish Independent Pol O'Conghaile had some great tips to get holiday ready. Rick Cronje brought us some more wonderful wines and David Sheehan previewed a busy weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday July 17th 2025

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 14:59:25 GMT

What a fantastic man is Joe McGrath as he celebrates his 70th birthday and fifty years barbering, forty of those in Ashbourne! Martina Kenny from My Lovely Horse Rescue is calling for action on animal cruelty. Fionnuala McGovern and her daughter have taken a bedtime story from the imagination to print! Jane Matthews loves her sea swimming and Louth County Arts officer Moya Hodgers told us about the new Decades of Centenaries Postcard Collection.

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 16th 2025

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 15:03:30 GMT

Des Smyth looked ahead to the Open Golf Championship in Portrush, Manchan Magan reflected on his wonderful two part TV documentary "Listen to The Land Speak", Dr Kate McCann discussed the worrying increase in measles cases and Peter Mulligan revealed why the Bored Teenager Summer Camp is far from boring. Oh and listeners told us where they'd stash their jackpot winning Lottery ticket!

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 15th 2025

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 15:59:40 GMT

Sarah Carey challenged the "we're all struggling" national narrative, Courtney Tyler knows all that's free in mother nature, artist & designer Clare O'Connor dropped in for a chat and we heard about the anti-social behaviour bringing local bus services to a standstill.

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Late Lunch Monday July 14th 2025

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 15:10:50 GMT

The end of the pub as we know it and is steak off the menu? What does Mark McGowan; who eats, drinks and sleeps the hospitality business have to say? Parking chaos at our Northeast beaches at the weekend - John Watters got caught up in the mayhem and Paddy Meade believes beach parking at Bettystown needs revisiting? Sean C Ward draws from his love of the Indian subcontinent for his highly praised new book "Niramaya". Sinead Burke isn't so lucky as her daughter heads for a Lana Del Rey concert!

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Late Lunch Friday July 11th 2025

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 15:05:58 GMT

Road bowling alive and well around Drogheda, craft butcher Hugh Maguire is BBQ ready and young Patrick Gaughran up for Meath's All Ireland football semi-final. Sommelier and Dundalk Food & Drink Society founder Sarah Jane Carville is so passionate for what she has inspired and David Sheehan looked ahead to a big weekend in sport giving Meath the nod to beat Donegal!

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Late Lunch Thursday July 10th 2025

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 15:17:45 GMT

Salads of yesterday and today with Tara Walker, a walk through Rosie Maye's beautiful garden, conserving energy and saving all round with Eugene Conlon and Meath fan & TikTokker P J Callaghan ahead of Sunday's All Ireland semi-final.

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 9th 2025

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 17:34:04 GMT

Mairead Kirk is please that the Louth County Board are looking after senior supporters this championship season. Mandy Gilsenan told us how she's struggling with the cost of living. Gerry Murphy from Met Eireann says its going to get really hot until Sunday but to expect a big dip in temperatures next week. Glen Gorman is hopeful of sorting out insurance for inflatables at Clogherhead Community Hall. And Rory O'Connor believes Meath can get the better of Donegal on Sunday!

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 8th 2025

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 19:24:14 GMT

Shay Casserly and Kevin Farrell founders of Ablefest are so pleased with the support from Meath County Council for this year's event. Architect and garden designer Mike McMahon from Navan has swept the boards with his show garden at the Hampton Court Show in the UK. Mark Davies and Colette Farrell reflected on the All Right All Night and Late Night Cafe initiatives in Drogheda. Patricia Casey from the Poison Information Centre at Beaumont Hospital cautioned on being stung by a Weaver Fish on a Northeast beach.

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Late Lunch Monday July 7th 2025

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 16:14:07 GMT

Ziva Cussen, who was eventually diagnosed with stage four breast cancer aged 21, told us her story. Fisheries scientist Dr Ken Ken Whelan remains hopeful the wild Atlantic salmon can still be saved from extinction. Kathy Crinion's book about her great, great grandmother Julia, who was wrongly locked away in St Loman's, makes for compelling reading. While Nicky Kyle sorted out some tasks in the edible garden for July.

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Late Lunch Friday July 4th 2025

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 15:08:28 GMT

Nicola Kearns made it clear the anger parents are feeling about the rise in college fees. Siobhan O'Neill White is another unhappy parent when if comes to railway travel's fairer fares. Monica McGuinness has a three book deal with Poolbeg, as her first novel Crowfield House is published. David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action, classic comedy and a TV theme completed our line up this afternoon.

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Late Lunch Thursday July 3rd 2025

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 14:53:35 GMT

Meath Library's Cookbook Club makes for interesting reading, Drogheda's new southside gateway sculptures will be in place tomorrow, managing Type1 diabetes and Castle Craft Collective in Trim celebrates its fifth birthday!

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 2nd 2025

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 15:50:04 GMT

David Hosie quite simply had us fixated on his every word, as he told the story of his long road to recovery from addiction. Tomas Hodgins took Gerry on a walk through the Saint Oliver Plunkett 400 exhibition. Maria Macklin from House of Colour tackled swimsuits and advised on her golden rules when clothes shopping. And we heard from Carlingford Adventure Centre about their all encompassing Summer Camps.

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 1st 2025

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 15:45:02 GMT

Fresh from directing episodes of the long-running soap Emmerdale, Eamon Norris popped in for a catch-up! Legendary videographer Gerry Duffy had never seen anything like it, as bride Andrea Diver made the most incredible entrance to her wedding reception with husband Anthony. Steve Carthy appealed for help on behalf of Oliver Bagnall who has been widowed with four small children. Irish American John Shanahan remains unimpressed to say the least with President Trump and travel agent Sandra Finegan offered words of wisdom as temperatures soar in Europe.

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Late Lunch Monday June 30th 2025

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 15:32:39 GMT

Sarah Carey offered her views on women taking their husband's surname, David Sheehan reflected on Meath's journey to the All Ireland semi-final, Lisa Kenny survived a massive stroke but has come a long way since, Mary Ball is on a high about the Royals and Paul Murphy retold the story of the baby in the phone box!

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Late Lunch Friday June 27th 2025

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 16:14:38 GMT

Fertility expert Helena Tubridy and daughter Suzanne have come together on a new Podcast called "Fertility Finesse". Suzanne is now mum to two beautiful girls thanks to her mother Helena who told their story today. Grace Tierney loves fooling around with words, their origins and what they mean. In Gerry's book, Rick Cronje brought us two of his finest wines ever on today's show! David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action, Neil Delamere provided the laughs and our TV Theme tested our audience like no other?

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Late Lunch Thursday June 26th 2025

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 16:01:29 GMT

Fintan Drury is on his way to Roe River Books in Dundalk as his new book about the Middle East is published. Irene Gahan brought us her recommended reads, little Saoirse McKenna and her granny Bridie said hello, Nicky Kyle sorted out our organic gardening tasks and it was recycling & waste management in focus on this month's Ours to Protect.

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 25th 2025

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 18:50:42 GMT

Cost of Living Expert Caitriona Redmond on the steep rise in shopping for basics, Eamon Carr's new book is Pure Gold and in Wildlife Matters Aoife McPartlin told us all about the gardener's friend Mr. Hedgehog!

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 24th 2025

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 17:44:39 GMT

Lord Henry Mountcharles remembered in a extract from a 2018 interview with Gerry on Late Lunch following his being on death's door and making a remarkable recovery. Suzi Cahn the Shifting Tides Project Director told us about a new Podcast series focussing on Carlingford Lough. We heard about a fitness inclusion initiative for wheelchair users which began in Drogheda and is now being rolled out nationally. And Ger Hyland from the Irish Road Haulage Association is calling for councils to tackle hedgerows at danger spots on roadways.

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Late Lunch Monday June 23rd 2025

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 16:06:27 GMT

Gavin Duffy told us about a totally false post about him on social media and his difficulty having it removed by the relevant platform. Domhnall O'Donoghue spoke about his new book, travel and more besides as he lit up the studio! Edel Kelly explained the difficulty her brother Barney finds himself in as he battles cancer. An Post want us to write a letter to ourselves and Fergal Lynch receives strong backing from Eamonn Sweeney for his questioning RTE's GAA coverage.

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The Late Lunch Thursday, June 19th 2025

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 09:51:12 GMT

On today's Late Lunch we paid tribute to the late Lord Henry Mountcharles, Dr Mary O'Kane advised on how to let go of teenagers, looking after your mental health after a jackpot win, teddies, and a 101 year old school closes its doors for the last time

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The Late Lunch Wednesday, June 18th ,2025

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 15:04:34 GMT

On today's show we chatted to a mother whose table top skin care has turned into a business, an alternative education, what to do with the kids in the holidays and our Helena who brings her two to work with her.

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Late Lunch, Tuesday 17th June, 2025

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 16:40:15 GMT

On today's show with Louise Walsh, Mark and Sophia Dawson dropped in to talk about how EB affects their daily lives, triple organ recipient David Crosbie on how he believes a new law to opt in will give hope to hundreds on the waiting lists for organ donors, Sinead Kelly answered all our vet questions and Cllr Carol Lennon who renewed her vows with husband Anthony in style!

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Late Lunch Monday 16th June, 2025

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 14:47:32 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with Louise Walsh, we talked about the future of funerals with lay ministers, what to wear on holidays and what to put into the brown bin. We also talked about smart phones in national schools and how sunburn is making a comeback! We discovered how Ms Louth went to Ms Ireland overnight and we heard about a savage attack by a dog in Navan.

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Late Lunch Friday June 13th 2025

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 15:06:49 GMT

Journalist Lara Marlow joined us ahead of the Hinterland Festival for a worldly chat. Miriam Manning told us why Kells is backing a call for a public holiday to honour St Colmcille. Drogheda United Ultra Cian McCormack says fans are disappointed but hopeful the club can compete in the UEFA Conference League when their appeal to CAS is heard on Monday. What an impressive young woman Caoimhe Kenny is as she carries Louth hopes into the Miss Ireland contest tomorrow. While David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend in sport.

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Late Lunch Thursday June 12th 2025

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:39:16 GMT

Bobby McCormack and Dom Gradwell want to make Drogheda great again, Tony Weldon's knowledge of James Joyce is unparalleled, as is Derek Reilly's when it comes to electric vehicles and Termonfeckin Tennis Club can now boast state of the art new courts!

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 11th 2025

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 16:19:08 GMT

Joanne O'Dwyer's amazing story of recovery is about to be published, she also works in addiction services in Meath and told us what needs doing to deal with the problem. Alma Jordan marks a decade of Agrikids and pulled no punches when it comes to making our farms safer for the people who work there. Eamonn Quinn founder of the Louth Contemporary Music Festival dropped in for an entertaining chat and we caught up with Aaron Lynch, who had a hole in one at the second in Ardee Golf Club last weekend.

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 10th 2025

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:28:02 GMT

Brian Fitzgerald reflected on forty years in politics, Feilim O'Connor's new book about baby names is delightful and not one but three Louth school principals; Brian Collins, Edel Victory and Ambrose McGinnity say goodbye to teaching.

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Late Lunch Monday June 9th 2025

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 15:05:28 GMT

The new all electric Renault 5 and it's ancestor at Blackstone Motors, legendary pool player Martin "The Rocker" Rothwell, House of Colour Maria Macklin's so knowledgeable when it comes to all things colour & fashion while Pat O'Toole loves and wants to protect the River Boyne and its fish life.

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Late Lunch Friday June 6th 2025

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 15:04:24 GMT

Nikki Hayes is well on the way to getting her life back on track, Richard Francis is onto a winner with his mushroom crisps & products and Liam Foley & Fergus Cosgrove are so proud to represent Ireland at international sports events!

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Late Lunch Thursday June 5th 2025

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 15:26:35 GMT

March 19th and Liam O'Neill blew the whistle, minutes later it was lights out for the Louth referee, who survived a major cardiac arrest and joined us today to tell his inspirational story. Mairead Jennings, Director of Youth Ministry at Knock Shrine, called out to young people to come to Mayo for a special event on Saturday week. Cormac Moore has penned a brilliant book about the the border, Irish Boundary Commission and it's lasting impact on the people of Ireland. And we heard from young ladies who are members of the Moneymore After School Club in Drogheda who've made a radio play around Happiness to coincide with Crinniu na Nog.

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 4th 2025

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 16:30:46 GMT

CEO of Crann, Marie Daly, told us what needs doing to fix childcare, historian Sean Collins reflected on the life and times of St Oliver Plunkett, Gerry had a great chat with the legendary Leo Sayer ahead of his forthcoming Irish tour and Glen McGowan has a dilemma about the new signage on Sunday Street.

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 3rd 2025

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:25:35 GMT

Gareth Sheridan's story makes for great listening as his tenacity and determination has Nutriband listed on the NASDAQ. Nicky Kyle sets out some gardening tasks for June. Meath Women's Refuge recognises three local Community Champions and a final push will see Tullyallen Community Centre complete and at the heart of community once more.

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Late Lunch Friday May 30th 2025

Sat, 31 May 2025 09:02:06 GMT

The Bloom Girls, Sinead and Alethia Kavanagh joined us from the Phoenix Park, one of our most favourite authors Andrea Mara had a chat as her latest book tops the bestsellers charts, wine expert Rick Cronje marked eleven years on the show and David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday May 29th 2025

Thu, 29 May 2025 15:25:54 GMT

Study and exam preparation expert Ray Langan offered lots of sound advice with only days remaining to the start of the state examinations. Our book reviewer Irene Gahan brought us her recommended reads. The first of six monthly episodes of Ours to Protect focussed on growing your own today and violinist Vladimir Jablokov is bringing his music to more intimate venues across the country.

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 28th 2025

Wed, 28 May 2025 16:09:45 GMT

Irish Taxi Driver Ednan Hameed believes the increased incidents of racism he's experiencing is because of our government's failure to control inward migration. Alex Cooney, CEO of Cyber Safe Kids, joined us to discuss the looming spectre of special clinics to deal with phone and social media addiction. Gerry paid a visit to the Boyne German Shepherd Dog club's fundraising day for the local Abacas school. And we returned to a most moving interview from 2013 with Lucia O'Farrell, in light of her family receiving an apology from Government for her son Shane's needless death in a hit and run back in 2011.

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 27th 2025

Tue, 27 May 2025 18:56:12 GMT

Colm & Fiadh Hanlon and John Husband were in Liverpool last evening when terror ensued at the team's victory parade. Tom Muldoon joined us as his family celebrate 60 years in business in Ardee today. In Wildlife Matters Aoife McPartlin informed and educated on the life and times of the Badger. While pharmacist Joseph Staunton introduced us to "Wilma" his robotic assistant!

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Late Lunch Monday May 26th 2025

Mon, 26 May 2025 15:14:17 GMT

Dylan Curran spoke powerfully about his descent and recovery from cocaine addiction. Denis Leonard reflected on his retirement as principal of Dunboyne College, Nicole Gaule told of her seventeen year old niece Emily's cancer diagnosis and Caroline Day is looking for local voluntary groups to engage with residents in Moorehall Lodge care home.

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Late Lunch Friday May 23rd 2025

Fri, 23 May 2025 15:13:10 GMT

Transport commentator Conor Faughnan on driving licences & tests, forager Jenny Boylan who honed her skills in Palestine, Network Louth women ahead of their business awards tonight and David Sheehan's look ahead to the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday May 22nd 2025

Thu, 22 May 2025 15:06:12 GMT

Fr Declan Hurley told of his good fortune in purchasing a special first edition of St Therese of Lisieux's autobiography from 1898! Michael Fewer's curiosity has uncovered a hundred hidden gems around Ireland. Veterinarian Sinead Kelly answered lots of listeners pet problem questions and Gerry Bridgeman sang YMCA for his supper!

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 21st 2025

Wed, 21 May 2025 17:13:33 GMT

Killian Allen is seeking greater support from Louth County Council for his Fun Fairs, butcher Tony McEnteggart ,who retired after 56 years recently, reflected on his life and times, Dr Kate McCann had all the latest on those obesity busting drugs and farmer Daragh McCullough wants rain!

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 20th 2025

Tue, 20 May 2025 16:10:00 GMT

Brendan Boylan explained why wheelchair users in Croke Park have their viewing blocked? Sarah Taaffe denied rumours that the Drogheda St Patrick's Day Festival committee had stood down. Ann McGivney told how she was only delighted to donate her kidney to niece Shannen Proudfoot! We met Mark Coan of Moneysherpa who is all set to represent Louth at the National Enterprise finals. And heard about a messy break-in at Duleek FC clubrooms.

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Late Lunch Monday May 20th 2025

Tue, 20 May 2025 11:00:32 GMT

Ruby Morris takes her horse to school, Louth Ladies Leinster Junior football champions captain Aine Breen, a rare sighting of a white stork in Tallanstown, minding our blood pressure and tending the organic vegetable garden in May.

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Late Lunch Friday May 16th 2025

Fri, 16 May 2025 14:57:53 GMT

Fire cooking expert John Relihan offered his best BBQ cooking advice, Wordfoolery with Grace Tierney, Lynn Harvey's Mermazing Mermaids in Meath, the Dudley Lifeboat project edges ever closer in Blackrock and David Sheehan's weekend sports preview.

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Late Lunch Thursday May 15th 2025

Thu, 15 May 2025 15:42:13 GMT

Linda McCreesh made a plea for help for her half-brother Brian Casey who is stranded in Thailand for the past seven months. Tara Walker and the crew from a new TV Show Fusion Kitchen, popped in to tell us what its all about. Audiologist Frank McGrath, from the Hearing Care Clinics, was a mine of sound information and Lyn Kirwan from Clogherhead Sang for her Supper!

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 14th 2025

Wed, 14 May 2025 16:59:42 GMT

Ice Creams of yesteryear they'd love to taste again poured in from listeners! Our own Eurovision expert Ken O'Sullivan selected his picks to win and assessed Ireland's hopes. Drogheda's Wolfe Tones are dancing their way to a new clubhouse and Meath student Beth Brady is top of the Irish Junk Couture world!

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 13th 2025

Tue, 13 May 2025 15:06:48 GMT

Jacqueline Connolly spoke about sister Clodagh and her three boys who were murdered by her husband and their father Alan Hawe in a powerful interview with Gerry. Sinaed Crowther and Denise Lauaki founders of Soothing Solutions are looking to find the Lollipop Person of the Year. Gabrielle and Michael J Hanlon from Muchgrange Farm in Cooley dropped by with their wonderful Gelatos! While Redeemer School in Dundalk are delighted to take delivery of their second wheelchair bike.

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Late Lunch Monday May 12th 2025

Mon, 12 May 2025 15:07:28 GMT

Our Big Match commentators Colum Corrigan and David Sheehan reflected on yesterday's epic Leinster Final win for Louth. TikTok Louth & Meath supporters Oisin Kirk and PJ Callaghan were poles apart shape today? While Louth stalwart and mega fan Marie Lynch was understandably so happy! Dermot O'Brien's youngest daughter Roisin told us about the atmosphere amongst all watching the action unfold from New York and what it meant to her. And we heard from Yes Chef's Shane Smith and Wayne Fitzpatrick from No.3 restaurant in Collon about hospitality and how with innovation and commitment it does work.

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Late Lunch Friday May 9th 2025

Fri, 09 May 2025 16:23:13 GMT

Peter Whelan goes the Whole Hogg with his sausages for the Leinster Final! "Are We There Yet" the remarkable story of the Molloy family of Who's Eddie fame. David Sheehan and Colum Corrigan's preview of the Leinster Final. The Meath car and supporters of both counties from countries who, through the GAA, have become part of local communities and made Ireland home.

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Late Lunch Thursday May 8th 2025

Thu, 08 May 2025 15:11:10 GMT

TikTokers; Oisin Kirk, PJ Callaghan and Grace Cullen are all on the ball ahead of Sunday's Battle of the Northeast in Croke Park! Sarah Keogh, from eatwell.ie, offered some great pointers on minimising food waste. Niamh O'Sullivan looked ahead to the Ladies Leinster Final and gave her opinion on the skorts issue. While Bridget Byrne sang Billie Jo Spiers "Blanket" for her Supper at the Valley Inn!

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 7th 2025

Wed, 07 May 2025 16:09:50 GMT

Fr Michael Cusack joined us ahead of the Conclave to elect a new Pope, House of Colour consultant Maria Macklin advised on dressing appropriately as women age, Meath fan Conor O'Byrne spoke to us from Dubai and John Paul Melady told the story behind Inbetween Honey's new single.

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 6th 2025

Tue, 06 May 2025 15:44:53 GMT

Joe Sheridan reflected on his infamy following that 2010 Leinster Final as Sunday's decider between Meath & Louth beckons. Louth woman Mary Lynch doesn't want to hear talk of Joe in her pub in Slane and if she does it will be quite taxing on customers! Aoife Bradley is campaigning for change in the reporting of inquest cases following her family's experience of their father Aidan's published inquest report. And Ursula Winters is part of a drive to make people aware of how happy a place Trim is to visit and stay.

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Late Lunch Friday May 2nd 2025

Fri, 02 May 2025 19:48:03 GMT

Meath teacher Brigid Smith in Ardee school teaching Louth Leinster Champions, Louth teacher & candle maker with an offer for Wee County supporters only, Feileacain Dads coming together in sport, comedy fro Dame Edna and David Sheehan's preview of the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday May 1st 2025

Thu, 01 May 2025 17:07:28 GMT

Carlow Weather's Alan O'Reilly predicted a dry spell of at least ten days, Louth GAA analyst Declan Byrne reflected on the county's first under 20 Leinster title in forty-four years, Roger Hudson looked forward to his forthcoming exhibition of art, music & poetry and Ken Treanor Sang for his Supper!

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The Late Lunch, Wednesday 30th April 2025

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:27:32 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with Louise Walsh, a grieving young woman appealed to motorists never to drink drive after she tragically lost her sister in a car accident last year. We heard what Meath Co Council's Eco-Chic initiative is all about. Ablefest is moving venue and does your town have its own fridge magnet?

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The Late Lunch, Tuesday, April 30th, 2025

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 18:38:54 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with Louise Walsh, Val Troy is looking for Irish Funny Women! An Ashbourne man has devised a new Maths app for all, Bagatelle were in the house and the 32 year old goldfish living in a barrel!

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Late Lunch Monday April 28th 2025

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 14:59:52 GMT

Nostalgia abounded on Late Lunch today as we were reminded of the hospitality hotspots of yesteryear by our listeners! Dr Susan Kent's ArrowHealth is set to fulfil an important role in healthcare. Stalwart supporters Marie Lynch and Jacksie Kiernan had the banter about the forthcoming Meath/Louth Leinster football final. And Niall Hatch from Birdwatch Ireland welcomed the arrival of the Cuckoo!

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Late Lunch Friday April 25th 2025

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 14:53:19 GMT

Chelsea Farrell and James Barham, who became a couple during the shooting of the recent series of Love Triangle on e4, revealed they're now expecting a baby together! Grace Tierney just loves fooling around with words, Rick Cronje brought us his latest wonderful wine recommendations and David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday April 24th 2025

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 20:59:37 GMT

Astronomer Dr Eamonn Ansbro believes there's intelligent life about the Earth never mind millions of miles away. Irene Gahan brought us her latest recommended reads. IPAV Novice Auctioneer winner Sean Mc Redmond dropped in for a chat and Patrick Connolly Sang for his Supper all the way from Scotland!

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 23rd 2025

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 17:36:14 GMT

What an incredible young man is Rowan O'Neill who is dealing with tough chemotherapy and DJing his way to the top of a profession he absolutely loves! Tommy Victory's life story in music and faith is fascinating but he really wants his precious Les Paul guitar returned. Rebecca Griffin and Sophia Whelan are Rock & Soul Sisters in so many ways. While Sophie Reilly is literally top of the world following the Irish World Dancing Championships over the Easter!

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 22nd 2025

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 15:24:50 GMT

Fr Paddy Rushe reflected on the death of Pope Francis and Seamus Briscoe, from the Drogheda Male Voice Choir, recalled the choir performing for and meeting the Pontiff back in 2018. Rory O'Connor had the crack with Gerry about Easters past and his Hyrox exploits! Veterinarian Sinead Kelly answered all listeners had to throw at her and Mick Hughes told of the sharp decline in customer visits this spring to his restaurant in Trim.

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Late Lunch Thursday April 17th 2025

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 15:20:27 GMT

Tom Ayres, who for sixty years told no one of his abuse at the hands of Dr Michael Shine spoke to Gerry today. Fr Paddy Rushe delivered the message of Easter in his own inimitable way. David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action and the O'Connor sisters from Drogheda Sang for their Supper!

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 16th 2025

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:12:34 GMT

On Tuesday's Show; Pat Marry discussing his co-authored new book about the murder of Irene White, John H Shanahan on the follies of Donald Trump, Gavin Lynch aiming to play the top 100 golf courses in the world and Alex Earl of Mountcharles on filming the Irish Traitors at Slane Castle.

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 15th 2025

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 16:44:49 GMT

Tara Walker took us through her favourite Easter Sunday dinner, Dr Aoife Durcan's new book about sensitive children made for a really informative conversation, Aoife McPartlin took us through the life of a Peregrine Falcon and Darragh McCullough is only delighted to be back home with his new daughter!

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Late Lunch Monday April 14th 2025

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 15:13:56 GMT

Adam Murray is a young man who is going places with his award winning Biddo's Street Food business. Siobhan O'Neill White from mams.ie had plenty of suggestions of things to do with children over the Easter break. GAA, Soccer and Athletics have all come together to raise much needed funds for Derek Winter's family. While our own golfing legend Des Smyth reflected on Rory McIlroy's nail biting Masters win!

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Late Lunch Friday April 11th 2025

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 15:15:53 GMT

Running 48 hours for the Red Door, that's the plan as seven friends want to give back to people and a place that was so helpful in rehabilitating one of their mates from addiction. Donal McEvoy from Pergola Nurseries advised on lawn care. Pharmacist Kathy Maher was a fountain of knowledge about; hay fever, being sun safe, preventing measles and dealing with scabies. David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action and we enjoyed a laugh or two with Kevin Bridges.

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Late Lunch Thursday April 10th 2025

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 15:35:47 GMT

Eve McCrystal, who is to be honoured with a Civic Reception by Louth County Council this evening joined us, John McKeown looks and spoke in glowing terms about Balance Oil, Lisa Mullaney is doing so much good from her P3 Cafe in Bailieborough and Eugene Murray from Faughart Sang "Country Roads" for His Supper!

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 9th 2025

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 16:33:04 GMT

Tom Maguire reflected on forty years in P&T/ An Post and his musical journey in tandem. Dr Kate McCann advised on needle phobia, Nicky Kyle took us through tasks in the vegetable garden for April and our listeners are no mugs when it comes to mugs as we discovered!

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 8th 2025

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 15:15:11 GMT

The stock market meltdown stick or twist? The Money Doctor John Lowe says stick on pensions and investments. Sandra Byrne and Patrice Matthews told us about SAFE Castlebellingham's new way of working. Lacy Fewer so impressed Gerry with her debut novel "Yankeeland" and what a back story underpins the book! While Megan Best is working with festival and major events to make them much more sustainable.

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Late Lunch Monday April 7th 2025

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 15:10:46 GMT

No bother with getting spuds in the ground this year says Ivan Curran and the dry settled spell will continue into the weekend confirmed Brandon Creagh from Met Eireann. What a story is HoloToyz the flourishing brain child of Meath based Declan Fahy and Kate Scott! George Williams offered his expertise on caring for antique furniture and Ronan Quinn told us about the Zara Murphy Academy that launched yesterday.

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Late Lunch Friday April 4th 2025

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 14:53:34 GMT

Gerry really enjoyed his daffodil soiree with Rosie Maye through her wonderful garden, children's nurse Niamh Greene, who won a prestigious Daisy Award, had a chat, masters athletics world record holder Mary Ann Kinsella and daughter Sophie popped in, David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action and we dipped into Tommy Tiernan's back catalogue for the classic comedy!

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Late Lunch Thursday April 3rd 2025

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 15:13:49 GMT

Sexual assault victim Sophie Brady is really unhappy at the sentence handed down to the family member who abused her. Boann Whiskey's Peter Cooney and Tom Keogh from Keogh's Crisps remain upbeat despite those USA tariffs. Dr Ciara McCormack was so informative about recognising and dealing with deconditioning. Fiona McArdle sang brilliantly for her supper and a lovely surprise awaited our birthday girl Louise!

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 2nd 2025

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 16:10:14 GMT

Out and about today at the Meath Retrofit Expo where we heard from a range of experts about what supports are out there for home and business owners who want to become more energy efficient and sustainable.

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 1st 2025

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 16:36:30 GMT

Darragh McCullough, wife Aoife and new baby Grace are all doing well in Cyprus waiting for the paperwork which will allow the family return to Ireland soon. Anne Chamber's new biography about TK Whittaker "Man of the 20th Century", makes for fascinating reading and is so relevant today. Maria Macklin sorted the boys first and also had some super advice for ladies springtime fashion. While wheelchair user Conor McAuley told us why accessibility is still no joke.

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Late Lunch Monday March 31st 2025

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 15:08:52 GMT

Nichola Sheridan and her coach David Carrie had the banter about Nichola winning the first ever Dublin City Half Marathon. Environmental Scientist Marie Louise Heffernan told of the potential negative implications of wind turbines off the Northeast and North Dublin coasts. Sleep expert Sine Dunne believes the clocks changing affects our bodies and minds is ways we don't fully understand. And we heard about a project to encourage reading books being undertaken by students from St Oliver's Community College in Drogheda.

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Late Lunch Friday March 28th 2025

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 16:03:36 GMT

Another emotional day as Maggie Maguire moves on from LMFM after twenty-six years! Grace Tierney loves fooling around with words, Rick Cronje's passion is wine and David Sheehan knows his Sport!

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Late Lunch Thursday March 27th 2025

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 16:01:08 GMT

Pat Mullaney has a gripe with the parking app charges in Navan, Irene Gahan brought us her recommended reads, Shane Kelly & Gemma O' Donoghue are taking Drogheda Homeless Aid forward and Eileen Meenan sang "Living Doll" for her Supper!

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 26th 2025

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:36:42 GMT

Having heard Barbara Carr tell her story of resilience, grit and determination on Late Lunch last week, An Gobha Tom King, wanted to meet and gift one of his amazing St Brigid's crosses to her! In Wildlife Matters Aoife McPartlin took us through the life of our native Irish Hare. John Hoey and his Vintage Motor comrades are raising funds for the new Peregrine House cancer support centre in Ardee. And celebrity councillor Paddy Meade is ready for any Jungle Challenge that comes his way!

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 25th 2025

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 16:35:13 GMT

Pat Harty reflected on his health five years on from his near death from Covid-19. We heard why the apprenticeship route is to be recommended, Sinead Kelly brought us her best veterinary advice and Jim Gorman is proud to be Irish boxing team manager for the international match at his Holy Family Boxing Club!

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Late Lunch Monday March 24th 2025

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 19:37:46 GMT

Child protection expert Shane Dunphy offered his conclusions from the Netflix drama Adolescence. Ollan Herr believes he has the solution to the algae problem in our rivers and lakes. Ronan Whitty CEO of the Mill Enterprise Hub told of an opportunity to businesses to learn more about trading with the USA. And we found that mystery walking man for Gerry Sweetman!

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Late Lunch Friday March 21st 2025

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 16:01:30 GMT

Food critic Patrick Hanlon talked about the price of steak on restaurant menus which he believes will continue to rise. Gerry Sweetman is looking for the mystery early morning walking man he's been acknowledging as he passes in his car for a decade! On World Down Syndrome Day Liam Foley and Ellie Ryan popped in for a lovely chat and David Sheehan looked ahead to a busy weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday March 20th 2025

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 16:01:33 GMT

Barbara Carr is back acting and directing with St Brigid's Drama Group but it has had some journey! Romeo Booto told his story of spending a decade in direct provision and making a good life for himself outside through sport. Gerry's all time favourite author Patricia Scanlan joined him on the day her latest book is published. And Sean McArdle Sang Neil Diamond for his Supper!

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 19th 2025

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:43:17 GMT

Greg Fry explained in lay person's terms the ins and outs of Artificial Intelligence. Cheltenham Gold Cup winning trainer Gavin Cromwell reflected on the biggest win of his career. Peter Larkin is onto something really special with his award winning SafeShel. We rolled back the clock five years to that first Covid-19 lockdown with undertaker Com Kieran.

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 18th 2025

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 17:24:18 GMT

Maria Flynn reflected on that first Covid lockdown five years ago and how her business had to pivot to survive. Irish American John Shanahan popped in for a topical chat on a visit home. Dr Kate McCann isn't an advocate of intermittent fasting and we caught up with a very happy Newcastle fan Conor Costello.

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Late Lunch Friday March 14th 2025

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 16:07:47 GMT

We ran the rule over the legendary Ford Capri new & old and heard from Paul Egan a proud owner of the original mark! Property agent Liz O'Kane, Presenter of Help Buy Me A Home on Virgin TV, spoke about assisting Ola and Timi Oluwabowale to find a home in Drogheda. Finnish native Hanna Laatio is proud to be helping organise the St Patrick's Day parade in Dundalk and David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday March 13th 2025

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 16:05:17 GMT

The inimitable Brush Shiels had the crack with Gerry as we played his "Dirty Old Town" as our song on Sing For Your Supper! Allen Foster has assembled a wonderful selection of Irish Oddities in his new book. Shamrock grower Gearoid O'Neill told us how sales of the national emblem have fallen off a cliff and Jackie Weldon sang for her Supper!

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 12th 2025

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:14:31 GMT

Sarah Carey told us why she believes bad manners and rudeness is quite prevalent today. Chelsea Farrell, who is one of the participants in the second series of Love Triangle on E4, popped in for a chat. Eanna Ni Lamhna joined us on National Tree Week and Tae O'Brien is looking for new volunteers to join the Little Tern conservation project on Baltray beach.

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 11th 2025

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 16:11:59 GMT

Gerry attempted some questions selected by Louise from the Driver Theory Test and driving instructor Alan Keogh joined us to talk about teaching people to drive, driving in general and road safety. Keith Barry advised on how to deal with cravings and mesmerised Gerry with a deck of cards! Colin Halion told of the theft and anti social behaviour he's had to deal with at his shop in the heart of Navan. While Nicky Kyle took us through some tasks in the vegetable garden for March.

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Late Lunch Monday March 10th 2025

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 19:26:34 GMT

Sean Boylan, Noel Meade and David Sheehan paid tribute to our late esteemed colleague Brendan Cummins. Bestselling author Cathy Kelly, who has been through the mill, talked about the many challenges she's faced recently. Teacher Ursula Hynes and students from Ratoath College told us about their new sensory garden at the school. And beekeeper Eoin Mac Giolla Coda warned of the dangers facing our native honeybee from imported continental bees.

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The Late Lunch, Friday March 7th 2025

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 11:43:35 GMT

On today's show with guest presenter Louise Walsh, we spoke to one young mother who just got her forever home, after seven years of living in emergency accommodation. A call on Hasbro to name a new Peppa Pig character after a young Dundalk boy. Pharmacist Kathy Maher on women's health and why one East Meath woman is getting married again to the same man! And David Sheehan talks all things sport.

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Late Lunch Thursday March 6th 2025

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 16:30:39 GMT

Well Holy God did the Northeast Sing for their Supper? You bet as Alice McKeown carried off "Stop the World" in style! On World Book Day we were joined by bestselling author Carmel Harrington, our book reviewer Irene Gahan & little readers Cormac Ferriter and Eabha Flynn.

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 5th 2025

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 17:22:11 GMT

Dr Conor Kerley advised Gerry on how to cope with giving up the sweet stuff. Fr Paddy Rushe says we all must live in hope for a better world this Lenten season. Mary Kate O'Flanagan brings her brilliant one woman show to the Northeast soon and Louise & Gerry had a go at a little gaeilge!

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 4th 2025

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 17:06:43 GMT

We paid a visit to Lorenzen's Butchers in Blackcastle Navan, makers of the Best Banger in the Northeas,t where we me the team including father & son Charlie and Stuart Walshe, the second and third generation owners. We also heard from master of the BBQ and specialist sauces John Relihan, who began his career with Jamie Oliver with whom he remains a very close friend and confidant. We met the ever youthful Maura Walshe ,who could remember the original owner from Germany Christian Lorenzen!

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Late Lunch Monday March 3rd 2025

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 16:47:19 GMT

Meath match commentator David Sheehan reflected on the controversial late goal that saw them dig out a late win against Westmeath yesterday. Ukrainian Luba Healy still can't understand the way President Zelensky was treated in the White House by President Trump and his entourage. Lucy Cronly believes the shoes we choose impacts much more deeply on our lives. Pauline Clarke is a dynamo of a woman on every level as she drives forward her KooKee business! And Niall Hatch explained why the cutting of hedgerows has stopped to benefit our feathered friends.

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Late Lunch Friday February 28th 2025

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 16:05:24 GMT

No shortage of stories of leaving items on the car roof and driving off! John Moore from Dundalk who directed Gene Hackman in "Behind Enemy Lines" recalled the great man. Grace Tierney is a wonder with words, Rick Cronje knows a thing or two about wine and David Sheehan is really into his sport.

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Late Lunch Thursday February 27th 2025

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 15:59:33 GMT

The Planets aligned with David Moore from Astronomy Ireland. It's official for a second successive year, yes Vinny Del Duca makes the best takeaway pizza in Ireland in Dundalk! Rodents an the rampage - no problem to Colm Moore from Rentokil and our deadly duo waxing lyrical over the Dubai Chocolate Bar!!

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 26th 2025

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 16:34:38 GMT

Consumer Columnist with the Irish Examiner and food writer Caitriona Redmond joined us to look at the price increases in a basket of goods at major supermarkets between 2023 and today. Divorce consultant and mediator Michelle Browne suggested that avoiding family courtrooms was the best policy when a breakup happens. Tatyana Sweeney's new children's book Stockingopolis had Gerry enthused while Sandra Finegan was so annoyed with unannounced roadworks choking the centre of Drogheda!

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 25th 2025

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 16:19:42 GMT

Sarah Carey has insulated her home and family ahead of the next big storm but not in the expected manner? Denise Buckley revealed the incredible demand for the Dubai Bar at her Sugar Plum Sweetery in Mullingar! Dr Kate McCann discussed the growing trend of vaccine scepticism and its potential implications for people. Denise McCrum told of the fire that totally destroyed her sister Amanda's family home in Omeath where the insurance had recently lapsed.

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Late Lunch Monday February 24th 2025

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 16:43:26 GMT

Coinciding with the official opening of the East Meath Civic Centre in Bettystown. Late Lunch came live from what Gerry described as the most beautifully appointed studio from which he had ever broadcast his show! We heard from the Chairperson of Meath County Council Sharon Tolan, CEO Kieran Kehoe, Executive Librarian Aoife Carberry, Architect Robin Lee and Environmental Awareness Officer Bernadine Carry.

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Late Lunch Friday February 21st 2025

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 09:26:06 GMT

Tracy Carroll recalled the arrival of daughter Willow into her life, Irene Gahan brought us her reading recommendations, Margaret told how she's been traumatised with two recent break-ins at her home and David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday February 21st 2025

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 08:15:08 GMT

Ken Murray new Presenter of The Agenda on LMFM popped in for a chat, Thomas Crinion is bringing his personal and business experience to making sensory rooms, in wildlife matters Aoife McPartlin covered off starlings and bird nesting season and Nicky Kyle got the vegetable seed sowing season underway.

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 19th 2025

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 17:05:11 GMT

Pay for play in the GAA? Award winning journalist Colm Keys and former Meath star David Beggy debated the issue. Ahead of this year's Drogheda Comedy Festival Jason Byrne had us in knots with laughter! Vet Sinead Kelly offered lots of sound advice to listeners about their pets and we hear the idea behind Dunboyne's Crafts in Company.

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 18th 2025

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 17:40:32 GMT

Laura De Barra gave us some brilliant advice on how to wash and care for our clothing! Siobhan O'Neill White pulled no punches when it came to unfair fares, controlling her children's phone usage and she chipped in with some great suggestions for midterm activities. Dentist Dr Deirdre O'Dwyer focussed on grinding and clenching our teeth. And we heard about the heartless theft of a ceramic mosaic from a park in Blackrock village.

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Late Lunch Monday February 17th 2025

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 16:19:53 GMT

Garda Kate Patterson and Fionnuala McCorry told us about the love they have for the job and why it's a career well worth considering in light of the current recruitment drive. Sarah Mallon and Aoife Fegan, from the Local Enterprise Offices in Louth & Meath, looked ahead to all that's happening during the forthcoming enterprise week. Lar Dooley would love to see Cairn T at Loughcrew reopened to the public and Tom Durkan reflected on his new world over 80's 800M relay record!

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Late Lunch Friday February 14th 2024

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:20:42 GMT

"Puppy Love" a Late Lunch Special on Valentine's Day all about the love we receive and give from and to man or woman's best friend!

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Late Lunch Thursday February 13th 2025

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 19:00:46 GMT

Jen Hogan says women are damned if they do and damned if they don't when it comes to work and home. Rachel Graham's new book Nourish for Menopause was well worth waiting for and now widely available. Roisin Meaney is always a joy to catch-up with and David Sheehan looked ahead to the new League of Ireland season.

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 13th 2025

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 10:17:54 GMT

Dr Andrew Kelly talked about his Oesophageal cancer diagnosis and the need for quick action if certain symptoms persist. Legendary guitarist Pat McManus from Mama's Boys reflected on a golden age of Irish rock. Stephen Egan from Panama Coffee in Dundalk is delighted with the publicity following a visit from Matt of the Food Review Club and Andrew Cassidy recalled a visit by Paul Heaton to Boyle's in Slane.

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 11th 2025

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 16:33:48 GMT

Business Tech Help's Declan Bailey passed on lots of sound advice on Safer Internet Day. Irish American John Shanahan took issue with most of President Donald Trump's actions in his first three weeks back in the White House. We heard from the founders of a new group in Termonfeckin for senior citizens and about the launch of celebrations to mark the 400th anniversary of the birth of St Oliver Plunkett.

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Late Lunch Monday February 10th 2025

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 16:58:57 GMT

Ahead of safer internet day Mick Moran CEO of Hotline.ie spoke about the dangers of child exploitation online and what can and is being done to track down abusing culprits. Natalie Kelly, founder of Drogheda Dolls, is looking to have their suspended Facebook account, which has 31,00 members, restored. Aoife Bradley sees a gap in our children's education which she believes can be closed with her approach. And TJ Murphy's offer to recondition, repair and re-distribute IT equipment has been taken up by more than he ever anticipated!

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Late Lunch Friday February 7th 2025

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 16:00:40 GMT

As speed limits are reduced on many of our roads, we spoke with Caroline Ginnelly who lost her youngest son in a road traffic accident and advanced driving instructor & ex Garda Tony Toner. Psychologist Dr Clodagh Campbell shares the techniques to deal with life's challenges in her new book "The Steps". Gerry tiptoed through the snowdrops in Rosie Maye's wonderful garden, David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action and David O'Doherty served up the laughs.

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Late Lunch Thursday February 6th 2025

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 16:06:33 GMT

A first in these islands as the keys are handed over for those 3D Printed Houses in Dundalk today. Navan based author Roisin O'Donnell's first novel "Nesting" is already a bestseller and had Gerry waxing lyrical about what will be one of his books of the year! Arachnologist Myles Nolan enlightened us about a new species of Zombie Spiders discovered in Cavan. Buskers daughter and dad Saoirse & David Guiden popped in for a chat and a song.

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 5th 2025

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 17:12:50 GMT

Samantha Reynolds told us why she's closing down all of her Meta online accounts, business strategist Miriam Simon explained why she sees a bright future for small businesses and retail in town centres, Paula Naughton is determined to take her twin boys to the USA for life changing clinical trials and Paul Lennon paid tribute to the former sports editor of the Weekender newspaper Noel Coogan who passed away yesterday.

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 4th 2025

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 17:08:03 GMT

Gerry, who said an emotional farewell to his treasured Labrador Retriever Messi after fourteen years, was joined today by pet bereavement counsellor Ann Marie Troy. Peter Whelan is back on the delivery trail with his wonderful Whole Hoggs range, Peter Bills gets to the heart of Irish rugby union in his new book and composer Michael Holohan has captured the bells of Drogheda in his new composition.

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Late Lunch Friday January 31st 2025

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 16:08:45 GMT

We took a stroll down memory lane with a listen back to classic TV Advertisements of yesteryear and our listeners weren't short of a suggestion or two either! Grace Tierney is simply brilliant when it comes to the meaning of words, Rick Cronje brought us two cracking Spanish wines from Leonards Fine Wines in Trim, David Sheehan packed in all the sport he could manage and the late great George Carlin delivered the classic laughs.

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Late Lunch Thursday January 30th 2025

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 16:53:37 GMT

A stalker has hounded Fr Ray Kelly since 2019, at Elmgrove Farm they're handpicking twelve million daffodils, Sinead Kelly dealt with all-comers pet questions and Barry Murphy humorously teed up the forthcoming Drogheda Comedy Festival!

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 29th 2025

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 16:36:41 GMT

Paddy White and his neighbours in Kilberry are very unhappy that they won't have their electricity back until Thursday February 6th! Benny Sheridan advised on insurance claims after the storm. Antonia Daly is celebrating 20 years in her bookshop business in Trim! Barry Callaghan played a big part in Dermot Bannon's latest Room To Improve show and Jason McGee just about coped without his broadband connection along with 10,000 others in Blackrock. Oh and on Chinese New Year Day the battle of the curry sauces commenced...

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 28th 2025

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 16:59:32 GMT

The challenges of running a small business in Drogheda laid bare by owners Laura Armada and Sonia Micallef. Sarah Gilbert and Edel Owens are bringing their skills together to work with schoolchildren around mental and physical health. Fr Paddy Rushe told of the storm damage to Togher church while Adrian O'Donnell is one of more than 600 homes trying to cope without power in the Staholmog / Carlanstown area in Meath. Insuring against future storms - a home generator is the answer as Kaylem Gorham from Toolfix in Dundalk explained.

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Late Lunch Monday January 27th 2025

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 16:12:39 GMT

The fallout from storm Eowyn dominated the chat on today's show as we heard from listeners struggling without power since Friday and in some cases for days to come! Looking forward, electrical contractor Declan Brady suggested home generators, Nicky Kyle offered advice on protecting greenhouses & polytunnels and Dr Mairead McCann from Safefood told us when food stored in refrigerators & deep freezers needed to be discarded. And we rounded the day off with Walter McConville from Bagatelle as the famous 46A bus, immortalised in the song "Summer In Dublin", is no more.

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Late Lunch Friday January 24th 2025

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 15:58:42 GMT

Our communities pull together as storm Eowyn rages, in wildlife matters it's the fox in focus with Aoife McPartlin, Dill Carter sorts out our clutter, the Monahan's are devastated at losing some prime sheep to killer dogs and David Sheehan looked ahead to the new GAA season.

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Late Lunch Thursday January 23rd 2025

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 16:16:06 GMT

With Storm Eowyn about to land, Seamus Boland CEO of Irish Rural Link, asked that people take care of and look out for vulnerable neighbours. Caitlin Kennedy, who has been running a Naoinra in Dunshaughlin, appealed for change and support in a sector that's in crisis. Sr Isabelle Smyth reflected on the life and times of Mother Mary Martin, as the 50th anniversary of her death approaches and a new statue of foundress of the Medical Missionaries of Mary is to be unveiled in Drogheda next week. Seventy-four years and going strong, Fiona O'Connell, who's producing this years presentation of Aladdin, popped in for a chat.

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 22nd 2025

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 16:23:31 GMT

The Crosby's David and Katie told their wonderful story of her helping him with a kidney transplant. Dr Mark Rowe sets out small changes for lasting results in life in his excellent new book. David McDonnell Principal of Drogheda Institute of Further Education joined us ahead of the college's open day and Gus Williams invited all interested to join Royal County Beekeepers for their introduction to beekeeping course.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 21st 2025

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 16:48:09 GMT

Psychologist Dr. Lalitta Suglani knows what's what with Catfishing, Barbara Scully is forging a new career in stand up comedy, Aonghus McAnally is searching for demo tape creators and Mog Downey is delighted waste water will not be allowed enter the Boyne River!

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Late Lunch Monday January 20th 2025

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 16:03:51 GMT

Fred Cooke is such a bundle of fun with a soft centre as we found out today. Professor Patricia Casey again calls for greater resources to be directed towards mental health care. One man's poison is another woman's meat as we heard when it comes to Donald Trump.

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Late Lunch Friday January 17th 2025

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 16:18:25 GMT

Sarah Thornburgh is organising her work around life successfully at Brownstown Homemade Crafts, singer/Songwriter Farah Elle joined us for a catch-up, David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action and the late great Brendan Grace delivered the laughs.

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Late Lunch Thursday January 16th 2025

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 17:01:43 GMT

Michael Houghton's ways to save and build a substantial nest egg for early retirement! Fr Paddy Rushe has no problem with eulogies at funerals once they're within reason. Marlese Louw told us how she makes the most beautiful jewellery and Kay McCabe explained what the Sharon Maher Creative Bursary, in memory of her late sister entails.

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 15th 2025

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 15:53:18 GMT

Sad news with the closure of popular local bookstore Academy Books, whose owner and Late Lunch book reviewer Irene Gahan joined us. Mary McArdle told us how she's mentored three generations of Unislim devotees in Dundalk. Kian Louet Feisser reflected on Carlingford Oysters fifty years in business and dance teacher Patricia Brady spoke about the upsurge in interest in jive and line dancing.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 14th 2025

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 19:47:17 GMT

Aoife Barry, author of the brilliant "Social Capital", spoke about the lifting of restrictions on social media, its fun side and where it's all headed in the future. Local estate agent Gary Little was optimistic of greater availability of second-hand homes, cooling of asking prices but less confident on the new home front. Dog trainer Hughie Rooney spoke about the ban on XL Bully dogs and made the point that any dog has the ability to maim and kill. While our Sinead Burke believes we're entering the Age of Aquarius mushrooms and all!

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Late Lunch Monday January 13th 2025

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 16:36:42 GMT

As Dr Sean Owens fights for his life in intensive care after being knocked from his bicycle in Dromiskin last Monday, Pat O'Shaughnessy Honorary President of Cu Chulainn Cycling Club, raised a number of key issues about cycling and road safety. Noel Hogan Chairperson of the Drogheda Cycling Group also had his say on the same matter The Money Doctor John Lowe joined us on the publication of his 20th edition of his annual financial advice bible. Liam Irwin's Hot Box Saunas are packing them in while Tracey Meighan, originally from Navan now living in Los Angeles, is ready and packed should the wildfires threaten her home.

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Late Lunch Friday January 10th 2025

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 16:31:19 GMT

Fiona Gratzer, MD of Unislim, joined Gerry to talk about herself, the business and her new book "The 30-Day Diet. Adam Foley reflected on his time at Drogheda United as he moves on, Nicky Kyle suggested a range of vegetable varieties and seeds to sow this coming year and David Sheehan looked ahead to a weekend of FA Cup action.

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Late Lunch Thursday January 9th 2025

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 15:59:13 GMT

With our dependence on electricity growing, Denis Duff from 18for0 made the case for considering nuclear power generation. Brigid Barry co-founder of Farming for Nature told of the strides they're making and demand for their new handbook. Michael Harding spoke about the dark days he experienced some years ago and how he and everyone can emerge from such challenging times. While Seanie Maguire prepares to take on an Arctic challenge for Sightsavers.

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Late Lunch January 8th 2025

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 15:54:08 GMT

Dermot Goode from totalhealthcover.ie was simply brilliant on the whole area of health insurance, schoolboy Eanna Lynch has a deep interest in late US President Jimmy Carter, Peter Johnson regional manager with Vincent's appreciates the great support the charity's shops receive from the general public and coach operator Rory McCullough explained why his buses didn't hit the road today.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 7th 2025

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 16:21:46 GMT

Romance is alive and well as Shay Carry revealed when he proposed to his beau Vicky Kenny, on stage at the TLT theatre on Sunday, on the final night of the pantomime Beauty and the Beast in which both love birds were appearing! Niall Hatch from Birdwatch Ireland offered lots of advice on bird feeders, Dr Kate McCann believes in prevention rather than cure when it comes to our health and Jane Matthews pointed out some of the do's and don'ts while sea swimming at this time of year.

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Late Lunch Monday January 6th 2025

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 16:01:33 GMT

Powerful stuff as Nicola Cassidy reflected on a year of sobriety! The Mynes sisters Caitlyn and Caoimhe are excited to be taking their project about the rare Stargardt's disease to the BT Young Scientists this week. Colm Lynch, who runs the Hop Pole public house in London's Wandsworth, told of the trend towards drinking Guinness and how it's in short supply? Sinead Burke who is into Nollaig na mBan explained some of its more unusual traditions!

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Late Lunch Friday January 3rd 2025

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 16:11:18 GMT

Caz Mooney will mind your money, Sandra Finegan sorts out holidays, why volunteering is a great new year's resolution, newsagent Joe Tierney's great run of luck and David Sheehan calls the sport.

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Late Lunch Thursday January 2nd 2025

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 16:09:29 GMT

Despite our shortcomings, Sarah Carey is of the view we live in a good place and time in Ireland. Denise Wogan's approach to our wellbeing is based in a really sound philosophy. It's quite simply a masterpiece - John McCullen's second volume on the Phoenix Park covering the period 1880 to 1980. And Alan O'Reilly from Carlow Weather anticipates the coldest snap of this winter so far in the days ahead.

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Late Lunch Monday December 23rd 2024

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:06:06 GMT

St Peter's Male Voice Choir entertained us with their unique range of music and songs, Isabelle Duff reminded us of the lot of the returning emigrant, Lizzie Doran is doing Christmas the Australian way and Ms Eabha read and reviewed some children's Christmas reading!

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Late Lunch Friday December 20th 2024

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 20:04:54 GMT

Fr Paddy Rushe offered his thoughts on Christmas from a spiritual perspective. Callum Bradley's Christmas Cracker saw the eight year old from Drogheda win a PS5 and games! David Sheehan looked back at the sporting year and we caught a word with the Best Christmas Pudding maker in the Northeast Eileen O'Rourke.

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Late Lunch Thursday December 19th 2024

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 18:51:09 GMT

That most famous Guinness Christmas TV advertisement saw Gerry have a great chat with long-time barman Jimmy Tobin from the legendary O'Connell's Public House in Skryne. Ciara Burke, Carmel McCarthy and Colette Nugent tasted the final seven Christmas puddings and selected Eileen O'Rourke from Tara as the maker of the Best Christmas Pudding in the Northeast 2024. And John Gartlan has a very special Christmas annual - a 1979 copy of the "Wanderly Wagon".

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Late Lunch Wednesday December 18th 2024

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 16:15:48 GMT

Tara Walker took us through preparing and cooking the traditional Christmas dinner - including gravy for Loiuse! Rick Cronje sorted out the seasonal quaffing, Marley Peig sang so beautifully - what a talent she is and hopefully Michelle Lynch will have her sentimental Christmas tree decoration returned soon?

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Late Lunch Tuesday December 17th 2024

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 09:43:37 GMT

How did Ivan Curran's potatoes grow? Irene Gahan's books of the year, Dr Kate McCann on setting boundaries around the holiday season and a Christmas tree in Kells rises from the ashes!

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Late Lunch Monday December 18th 2024

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 09:36:55 GMT

A very special Late Lunch as we joined the annual Service of Hope at the Oncology Unit at Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda.

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Late Lunch Friday December 13th 2024

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 16:13:33 GMT

Our go to techie Declan Bailey brought us his Christmas gift recommendations. Soprano Amie Dyer reflected on her journey this far, as she releases her first song, a beautiful version of Silent Night. Siobhan McAleese is chuffed to be selected as Christmas FM's song contest winner 2024 and our Louise stepped into the sporting brief accomplished as ever!

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Late Lunch, Thursday December 12th 2024

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 12:17:20 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with Louise Walsh, we talked of Christmas traditions and wildlife as well as as a chair made of hurls and a remarkable gift idea by one young Transition Year student.

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Late Lunch Tuesday December 10th 2024

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 16:41:02 GMT

The brilliant Neil Delamere paid us his annual visit, Niall Sheridan Santa's number one helper in Ireland had a word, Olivia O'Neill arrived with her Calendar Girls 2025 and Ruth O'Connell appealed for support for St Patrick's Parish Soup Kitchen in Dundalk.

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Late Lunch Monday December 9th 2024

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 18:46:38 GMT

Ruairi Browne brought us very interesting comparisons of supermarket prices in Newry against Dundalk and boy does it pay to stay local! With Christmas imminent, Sarah Carey called out Barbie mania and the toll it's taking on women all over the world. Gerry remembered the late great Dickie Rock in an extract from an extensive conversation he had with the great man back in 201. We also heard out the continuing power outages in Ballinlough and why parking is a big issue for Bozena's Hairdressing Salon in Navan.

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Late Lunch Friday December 6th 2024

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 16:16:18 GMT

Greg Ennis joined us as SIPTU in Meath celebrated it's 50th year, Turkey grower David McEvoy told how he's supporting a local children's and women's rescue, we just loved Grace Tierney's new book "Words Christmas Gave Us", David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's Premier League action and Greg Davies weighed in with the laughs.

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Late Lunch Thursday December 5th 2024

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 16:29:37 GMT

Peter Moore remembered his great friend and business partner Brian Browning. Rhoda Smith advised on taking the stress out of Christmas. Peter Grogan enlivened the airwaves as he spoke about education, life and his new book Seamrog the Irish Reindeer. And we heard why the Drogheda Homeless Aid annual sleep out is not happening this year.

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Late Lunch Show, Wednesday December 4th, 2024

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 12:54:47 GMT

On today's show with Louise Walsh, we heard from children from Sandpit NS, the heartbreaking story of how one lady is determined to live and budgeting for Christmas

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The Late Lunch Show, Tuesday December 3rd, 2024

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 12:34:54 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with Louise Walsh, former Irish international and Drogheda United footballer Ben Curtis tells how he has no regrets leaving the sport to mind his mental health, the elf on the shelf is back and it is all about making memories instead of counting the calories.

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Late Lunch Monday December 2nd, 2024

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 12:47:55 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with Louise Walsh, we heard how a simple blood test detected one man's prostate cancer, how to avoid customs charges, swimming at 48 and where to bring the kids to see Santy!

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The Late Lunch, Friday November 29th 2024

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 12:41:07 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with Louise Walsh, we talked all things Christmas trees from getting a real one to how best to decorate them. Also Sinead Kelly answered all your vet questions and Rick Cronje had his choice for November wine. Plus the preview of all the weekend sport with David Sheehan

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The Late Lunch Friday, November 29th, 2024

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 12:46:29 GMT

On the Late Lunch show today with Louise Walsh, Dunsany GAA were gearing up for their appearance in the Leinster Club Championship Junior Final this weekend, we got tips for decluttering before Christmas, spoke to Paddy Mangan who has given away thousands of free trees this year and a Louth lady whose first attempt on a sewing machine during Covid has led to her own fashion accessory business.

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 27th 2024

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 15:55:19 GMT

Daithi McGahon's Coffee Box concept is so popular and growing by the new time. Paddy Prendiville editor of the Phoenix Magazine since 1984 joined us for his now annual chat. Gerard Duffy has been at the cutting edge of renewable energy for forty years and Ango Courtney is so looking forward to his beloved Ardee St. Marys making history in Croke Park on Saturday.

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 26th 2024

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 16:39:58 GMT

Anthony Cunnane spoke so powerfully about women and safety in the context of the aggressiveness of men. John Quail appealed for assistance to bring his uncle John home after he fell ill suddenly while on a trip to the USA. Rosealeen Quinn told us all about the Baile Beag community in Omeath, Liam Curtis from Gleeson's butchers in Navan wants his Santa back and Oisin Leech is enjoying the acclaim his first solo album is attracting.

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Late Lunch Monday November 25th 2024

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 15:56:14 GMT

Duleek Bellewstown and Meath star Eamonn Armstrong is heading for Melbourne next summer and Australian Rules club St. Kilda in Melbourne, where he has signed a three year deal. Paddy King is offering assistance to older folk unfamiliar with smartphones and technology each Friday, at his vodafone shops in Drogheda, Navan & Dundalk. Dan Bannon has published his Louth and Proud 2024 yearbook and boy has he done a fabulous job! While Chartered Surveyor Daniel Gunning, explained why homeowners need to revisit the amount the building is insured for, in the context of rising rebuilding costs.

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Late Lunch Friday November 22nd 2024

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 16:00:49 GMT

Art for Arts sake, Money for Bananas sake - artist Martin Maguire rationalised how someone would pay millions of dollars for a duct taped banana! She has a way with words, we love when Grace Tierney digs deep into their meanings. Ciara Courtney, once of the LMFM parish, got married in May and has loads of advice for would be brides. David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action and Jason Byrne delivered the laughs on Friday.

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Late Lunch Thursday November 21st 2024

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 23:22:11 GMT

James Crombie has spent 300 days since December 2020 snapping starling murmurations on Lough Ennell and what a job he's done. Energy healing therapist Graham Gough saved Maria Treanor's dog Obie from being put to sleep - what a story! Professor John Sweeney joined us from COP 29 in Azerbaijan with not much hope of finding agreement on climate change funding or targets. And Tara Walker prepared another of her one pot meals

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 20th 2024

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 15:52:30 GMT

Nutritionist Rachel Graham understands why restaurateur Grainne O'Keefe's giving up sugar has changed her life for the better. Danielle Millar's severe tonsillitis and hospitalisation, saw the young Ardee woman receive an unexpected scoliosis diagnosis and boy has she been through the mill. Money Doctor John Lowe suggested the most beneficial way to make savings work and Jane Matthews explained the greater benefits of sea swimming year round, to the community in Laytown.

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 19th 2024

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 16:31:01 GMT

Travel writer and journalist Domhnall O'Donoghue knows all about travel and travelling right! Dr Kate McCann says we're in the grip of a smartphone and social media health epidemic, especially children, which needs urgent action. Caroline Lynch has set off on a new carer path as she publishes her debut historical fiction novel. And Lana Dullaghan brings her beautiful Irish Linen designs to Arnotts!

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Late Lunch Monday November 18th 2024

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 16:03:17 GMT

Paul Williams has met some crooks in his day which he's written about in his new book. After an incredible seven days, former chairman Conor Hoey, told how Trivela came to be owners of Drogheda United Football Club. Colm Kieran from My Farewell Wishes explained why its so important to make arrangements for our departure from this life. While Garda Edel Gillick is looking for children to make Christmas Cards for senior citizens in Meath.

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Late Lunch Friday November 15th 2024

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 17:11:51 GMT

Ahead of the Navan Festival of Racing this weekend, Late Lunch came live from Navan Racecourse this Friday afternoon, with lots of chat in the company of people involved in the Sport of Kings!

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Late Lunch Thursday November 14th 2024

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 16:13:52 GMT

Wow! Our Late Lunch listeners responded in their droves with photos of their favourite mugs Yay!! Sandra Higgins made her case for a Vegan lifestyle, Tara Walker rustled up another one pot meal, Bernadine Carry encouraged Meath listeners to recycle unwanted toys and TJ Murphy is refurbishing electronics for free distribution to those who would appreciate the gesture as Christmas looms large.

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 13th 2024

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:11:13 GMT

Terry Prone asked that parents stop posting photographs of their children on social media, Tommy Fleming popped in for a chat and a song, Brinsley McNamara is discovering many weird & wonderful things around Ireland and Alan O'Reilly says there's no snow on the way!

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 12th 2024

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 16:44:33 GMT

Cian McCormack, Jason Donnelly and Nathan O'Connor from Drogheda United Ultras, who made Sunday's FAI Cup Final an occasion to remember, dropped in for a chat. Lorna Moriarty takes the wheel of a HGV, former Waterboys violinist Steve Wickham displays his artwork in Kells and Kevin McAllister is recognised for his contribution to business in the Northeast.

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Late Lunch Monday November 11th 2024

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 16:37:51 GMT

The morning after the day before - so how was Drogheda United's FAI Cup winning manager Kevin Doherty feeling? David Sheehan our match commentator recalled the big moments from Drogheda's win over Derry. John O'Connor MD of Tayto Snacks was on home base as he reflected on the history of the famous Irish crisp, which is brilliantly documented in Bobby Aherne's new book. Travel agent Martin Skelly advised one and all to avail of the free European Health Insurance Card. While Caroline Smith has at long last gained recognition for her stillborn son Stephen.

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Late Lunch Friday November 8th 2024

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 16:31:28 GMT

Up For The Cup featured Graham Gartland, who played in the winning 2005 FAI Cup Final team for Drogheda. Denise Lynch from Wool Works in town, told how she's had a huge demand for Drogheda flags, bunting and merchandise. E-commerce expert Ruairi Browne brought us a really interesting analysis on TESCO Clubcard in comparison with prices in other major multiples. Dee Rangers captain Orla Sheehy is looking forward to the club's Leister Final tomorrow, David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action and Triggers brush triggered the laughs in Friday's comedy feature.

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Late Lunch Thursday November 7th 2024

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 16:00:54 GMT

Jen Hogan spoke about parents who regret having children and we heard from the burgeoning young support following Drogheda United to the FAI Cup Final. We caught a word with Phil Coulter, a Derry City fan, Drogheda's opponents in that final, who is bringing his new show "Legacy" to the Solstice in Navan on Sunday. Tara Walker rustled up her one pot roast vegetable pasta bake and Sinead Burke paid a lovely tribute to our late colleague Michael Reade.

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 6th 2024

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 16:01:23 GMT

Sarah Carey and Sarah Louise Mulligan reflected, from different perspectives, on Donald Trump's re-election as President of the USA. Mark Woods advised on home security, Stephen J McArdle told and sung a song from his World War 1 project "All My Dream Companions Gone" and Up For The Cup today featured Drogheda United stalwarts; Liam Reay, Anthony Kimmins and Seanie Breen.

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 5th 2024

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 16:27:40 GMT

Up For The Cup today featured the Drogheda United Ultras. Geraldine Cussen has gathered lots of thrifty gifts for the gifting season ahead. Judith Caffrey, from Maynooth University, knows all about the CAO application process, which opened today for 2025. While pharmacist Kathy Maher advised on changes to aspects of the childhood immunisation programme.

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Late Lunch Monday November 4th 2024

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 16:09:23 GMT

Suzanne Lynch, Associate Editor with Politico in Brussels and close follower of US politics, offered her opinion on the outcome of the Presidential Election with just hours to go until voting day. Drogheda United face Derry City in the FAI Cup Final on Sunday, we're "Up For The Cup" all week on the show, today featuring stalwarts Larry McQuillan, Jim McArdle, Matt Kavanagh and Paul Holland. Hot off the press the Gary Kelly Cancer Support Centre 20 year book "Centre of Hope" as we caught a word with Bernie Egan, Nicola Pierce and Emer Quinlan. The passing of equestrian legend Captain Con Power from Meath saw Brendan McArdle from the Irish Field pay Con a lovely tribute.

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Late Lunch Friday November 1st 2024

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 16:02:47 GMT

Jason McGee was naturally delighted with Blackrock in County Louth being named Ireland's Tidiest Small Town! Slane Castle will be home to the Enchanted Kingdom experience and Alex Earl of Mountcharles is really excited. The multi-talented Rachel Pierce is on a winner with her new children's book "Tales for the Brave". David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action as we dipped into Gavin & Stacey for our Friday laughs!

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Late Lunch Thursday October 31st 2024

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 16:10:24 GMT

Joe Conlon, the Keeper of the Hill and man who revived and established Tlachtga near Athboy as the birthplace of Halloween, joined us on his special day. Gerry paid a visit to Rockfield House just outside Kells, where he came across the Ghosts of the Manor! They're all really into Halloween; the Wheeler, Loughran and Curtis families. The Nelson's dad Gary and son Alfie are costume makers extraordinaire and Kieran Fanning can tell a ghost story or two...

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 30th 2024

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 15:55:32 GMT

The Drogheda gangland feud features prominently in Nicola Tallant's new book "Web Of Betrayal" which we featured today. Bobby McCormack spoke about his new role as Chairman of the Irish Development Education Association and education in the context of issues impacting life in our world. Aoife McPartlin from Wildlife Rehabilitation Ireland advised of ways we can all assist with arresting the decline in our hedgehog population. And Anthony McNeill explained how the Boyne Fisherman's Rescue and Recovery Service are benefitting from the Re-Turn scheme!

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 29th 2024

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 19:08:40 GMT

Following the untimely and tragic death of Mark "Maxi" Kavanagh recently, his brother Sean and good friend Padraic O'Rourke explained why they're seeking a new law enacted in Mark's name. Susan McCann is looking forward to the annual LMFM Country concert, Eimear Chaomhanach has penned a delightful new book about bees and Ernie Frazer was in really good company running the Dublin marathon on Sunday.

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Late Lunch Friday October 25th 2024

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 15:03:18 GMT

Mary Owens draws inspiration from her work with and in nature, Irene Gahan brought us her reading recommendations, Rick Cronje chipped in with two beautiful wines and David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday October 24th 2024

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 15:09:43 GMT

Legendary broadcaster, presenter and musician Ronan Collins popped in for chat about his new showband show. Award winning children's author Erika McGann is onto another winner with her latest book "What is a Peachick". Dental Surgeon Deirdre O'Dwyer advised on dental care and children, while Tony O'Kane appealed for support for the new Dundalk football club trust.

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 23rd 2024

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 15:16:05 GMT

School Principal Bryan Collins, teacher, parents council member and mother Rebecca Sexton, told us about a voluntary code on mobile phones in south Louth schools, which 90% of parents have bought into! James Rogers outlined the dire financial situation Dundalk football club finds itself in yet again, only weeks after it was saved from extinction. Frank O'Callaghan was so interesting as he told us about historic Dowdallshill north of Dundalk. Sinead Kelly answered all comers veterinary questions and Dermot Maguire's decade of work at the former Ardee Railway station could be in vain?

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 22nd 2024

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 15:14:46 GMT

Marie Byrne, founder of the Aisling Group, paid tribute to her friend Michael Reade. Sandra Finegan from Globe Travel covered off a number of hot topics in the world of travel. Denise Wogan took a total break from social media, didn't miss it one bit and has changed her whole approach to what she does professionally & personally. Chairman of Trim Tidy Towns Brian Heffernan is delighted with the town's international successes.

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Late Lunch Monday October 21st 2024

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 15:09:44 GMT

The tributes poured in for our colleague Michael Reade, whose untimely death was announced earlier today. Colette O'Hagan is all set for her 1,000th marathon in Dublin on Sunday. Kunak McGann's new book is truly Mnasome! SOSAD, the mental health charity, is on the brink of closure unless funding is forthcoming. While we heard about a user feedback initiative at Our Lady of Lourdes Maternity Hospital aimed at improving services there.

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Late Lunch Friday October 18th 2024

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 15:10:20 GMT

Colm Keys broadly welcomed the new GAA football rules, Rachel Graham offered lots of advice on World Menopause Day, in Gerry's book Josephine Brady's "The Breath of Consolation" is a seminal work in the field of cancer literature, sport with David Sheehan, comedy, that TV theme thing, yes Gerry ate and enjoyed the kiwi skin and all to the delight of our Louise!!

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Late Lunch Thursday October 17th 2024

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 17:43:43 GMT

To hell and back - Michael Dwyer's honest account of his decent into alcoholism and recovery. Mufutau Yusef aka Junior's journey from Nigeria to Meath and onto Ireland's National Dance Company. Joe Geraghty's story of blind and visually impaired sportspeople in his new book "Out of Sight". Swapping Halloween costumes and eating Kiwis skin and all!!

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 16th 2024

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 15:49:06 GMT

Calum Agnew winner of the prestigious Hotpress Local Hero award last evening in Dublin joined us for a chat. David Coleman knows all about dealing with anxiety in children and teenagers. No football for more than 400 girls and there just doesn't appear to be a way out? Oisin McGann delivers his climate change webinar to local schools.

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 15th 2024

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 15:03:28 GMT

Caeva O'Callaghan, who knows the insurance business inside out, went through the do's and don'ts of securing a better price for car insurance. Dr Kate McCann made the case for getting the flu jab and taking a digital detox. Siobhan O'Neill-White had lots of suggestions to occupy little people during the forthcoming mid-term break. Fiona Lennon told us about a repair and bicycle smoothie making workshop happening tomorrow in Dundalk as part of Louth County Council's climate action week. And Cathy Jordan filled us in on the Crankie Island music project.

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Late Lunch Monday October 14th 2024

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 15:01:31 GMT

Ciara Burke from Stage & Stone restaurant in Duleek spoke candidly about how tough it is in the hospitality business and why, without assistance from government on VAT, the future for herself and many others may not be viable. Mary Kennedy explained why she's part of a new campaign to raise awareness about RSV in older folk. In wildlife matters Aoife McPartlin explained the life cycle of bats and sustainable fashion expert Aga Hutcheson told us why she is a devotee of upcycling!

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Late Lunch Friday October 11th 2024

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 15:04:11 GMT

Louise and her autograph book prompted listeners to get in touch and what a story Lisa Cummins told about getting Rick Astley's autograph! Gerry just loves fooling round with words in the company of Grace Tierney. Nicky Kyle talked apples and set us some tasks in the organic vegetable garden for October. David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action and we enjoyed our usual Friday laugh in the company of Miles Jupp.

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Late Lunch Thursday October 10th 2024

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 15:06:20 GMT

As Hurricane Milton roared, we heard from Rory McCullough in Orlando and checked in with Alan O'Reilly from Carlow weather on this side of the Atlantic. The ever listenable Michael Harding joined us on publication of his touching new book about his late father. We heard all about the ever expanding Drogheda Motor Show happening this coming Saturday. And what an emotional conversation Gerry had with Joe McLoughlin, who lost his 22 year old son Gerard, in a fatal road traffic accident.

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 9th 2024

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 15:55:19 GMT

Meath county star Cillian O'Sullivan told of his MS diagnosis, Aine McGarry's passion is her beloved Trohanny Cottage, Blake Boland brought us his latest motoring feature and runner, come cyclist come driver Jim Gavin offered his thoughts on road safety.

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 8th 2024

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 15:26:36 GMT

Young poultry farmer Ben Tierney loves eggs so much he's about to publish a book of ninety egg recipes! Leia Duffy renewed the appeal for information about her brother Mark two years on after his disappearance in Navan. Dermot Whelan was a bundle of fun and energy as he spoke about his new career and show which he brings to the Knightsbrook Hotel in Trim on November 3rd. And our regular veterinarian Sinead Kelly spoke about pets, animals and road safety.

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Late Lunch Monday October 7th 2024

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 15:29:25 GMT

Drogheda United manager Kevin Doherty reflected on the club reaching the FAI Cup Final. Stephen Walsh, through his Primal Fitness business, is giving back to the children's ward at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital. Martina Keegan and Paula McGuinness from the Navan Collective popped in for a chat. Our Road Safety Week features began with Meath Road Safety Officer Audrey Norris and Inspector Peter Gilsenan from the Meath/Westmeath Roads Policing Unit.

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Late Lunch Friday October 4th 2024

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 15:12:30 GMT

What an inspiration Alan O'Brien's story of survival and recovery is! Irene Gahan brought us her book recommendations, Gerry enjoyed a walk through Rosie Maye's wonderful garden and David Sheehan looked ahead to a busy weekend in sport.

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Late Lunch Thursday October 3rd 2024

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 15:30:47 GMT

The top three pieces of electrical equipment in our kitchens had listeners engaged, as chef Chris Savage from the Black Bull Inn told us what's essential in his kitchen. Paul Hopkins made the case for men being far better hoarders than women. Nathan Ward's life is so restricted due to a rare condition and the little 9 year old really touched us, as he became emotional talking about not being able to go to school. Fr Brendan Callanan told us about the theme for this year's annual St Gerard's Novena which begins next week in Dundalk.

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 2nd 2024

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 17:34:54 GMT

Gail McEvoy dissected the key points of Budget 2025 that apply to ordinary people in their day to day lives. Lizzy Doran home on a short break from Australia told us about her life there and what she misses being far away. Kwasie Boyce is so happy to be doing what he does with MAD Theatre in Dundalk. Not everyone is pleased with the finance ministers after yesterday, as Trim restaurateur Mick Hughes explained.

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 1st 2024

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 16:12:57 GMT

Osborne Recruitment CEO Shona McManus reflected on the success of her business and dipping her toes in the world of politics. Personal trainer Vito Tulauskas told us about his idea to make walking for women safer and boy did he lift our mood!! Sisters Ella and Abbie Farrelly's coffee pod has everyone sipping it at Walterstown. While Orla Crilly paid tribute to her late friend, the colourful Mark Maxi Kavanagh

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Late Lunch Monday September 30th 2024

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 14:56:09 GMT

Sarah Carey on the short sightedness of a giveaway budget, Tupperware alive and well in the Northeast, Meath County Archivist Patricia Fallon, Chiropractor Dr Stuart Kelly and IMRO Hall of Fame Inductee our own Eddie Caffrey!

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The Late Lunch, Thursday September 26th, 2024

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 10:52:55 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with Louise Walsh, Mandy Walsh urged people to get that niggle checked out, we went a-trucking, Navan napkins on the Titanic and National Women's Enterprise Day

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The Late Lunch, Wednesday September 25th

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 10:48:09 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with Louise Walsh, why should we be wary of the man with the van, a local woman who is aiming to be the first Irish woman to do the 'super' six marathons twice, Sinead Kelly and all the veterinary advice and what exactly is play therapy

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Late Lunch, Tuesday September 24th, 2024

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 11:23:15 GMT

On today's show with guest presenter Louise Walsh, David Gould advised us on how to talk to kids about drugs, the latest in fashion with Michelle Smith, a new breastfeeding support group and nutrition expert Rachel Graham chatted on all things cholesterol.

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The Late Lunch, Monday, September 23rd, 2024

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 11:25:43 GMT

Guest presenter Louise Walsh chatted to slimmers who lost 12 stone but gained a close friendship, 'haunted by a ghost of her former self ' - why one woman is advocating for a right to die, an appeal has been sounded for the elderly and hundreds of salt n'pepper sets.

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Late Lunch Friday September 20th 2024

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 15:02:01 GMT

Trailblazing boxer Deirdre Gogarty popped in for a catch-up ahead of the unveiling of her bronze statue in Drogheda tomorrow. Listoke Distillery and Gin School is no more - owner Bronagh Conlon is heartbroken. Brendan Lawlor is all set for his big golf event in Carton House next week. Sinead Burke understands what its like to struggle with Work Experience. David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action as Sarah Millican delivered the laughs.

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Late Lunch Thursday September 19th 2024

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 15:00:08 GMT

Stuart Carolan simply can't pay the ever increasing insurance premium on his Morning Star public house which is a thatched building. Legendary footballer Dermot Keely spoke to Gerry ahead of the launch of his fascinating autobiography. Liz Summersby invited cancer patients and all who support them to a free conference in City North Hotel on Saturday week. While Colm Moore from Rentokil advised on repelling rodents and gulls.

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Late Lunch Wednesday September 18th 2024

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 15:06:27 GMT

Orla Crilly reflected on Dundalk Football Club's rescue, Aisli Madden is delighted her late mother's Home Economics book is fondly remembered and still used today, Hands 4 Unity are doing great work at the heart of our communities and Louisa Mulholland loves making jam with her mam!

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Late Lunch Tuesday September 17th 2024

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 15:30:24 GMT

Great to hear that making jam at home is alive and well in the Northeast! The other side of politician Michele Hall, why we should stay away from grey seals and a no-brainer green initiative for small businesses in Meath.

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Late Lunch Tuesday September 16th 2024

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 15:04:19 GMT

Journalist John Kierans spoke about his experience of physical abuse, while attending St Joseph's CBS secondary school in Drogheda, which was mostly perpetrated by lay teachers. Dundalk fan and Chairperson of the 1903 Committee Orla Crilly, spoke of her hope that the club could be saved from folding but that any future ownership model must involve fans of the club. Matchmaker Mairead Loughman, is all set to bring together love seeking people at this year's Ploughing Championships. What a day young Tom Lynch enjoyed as Manchester City's Mascot and Man of the Day, as he led out City on Saturday, at the Ethiad Stadium, with none other that Erling Haaland!!

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Late Lunch Friday September 13th 2024

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 14:59:32 GMT

Our IT expert Declan Bailey took us through the new iPhone 16, Apple Watch and Earbuds, John Shanahan assessed the current state of play in the US Presidential election, Emma Doran was her brilliant self as her memoir is published, David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend in sport and we enjoyed the late George Carlin's take on US politics!

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Late Lunch Thursday September 12th 2024

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 15:15:45 GMT

Gerry enjoyed an interesting conversation with Dr Hugh Gallagher who specialises in treating alcohol addiction. Jane Flanagan co-founder of Style Ignite Studio with sister Ruth, dropped in for a chat about their Fashion House. Secretary/Manager of Laytown Strand races explained what's involved in staging the unique meeting. Andy Cullen is doing his best at Husky Rescue Ireland but needs help urgently and our listeners poured in with their doggie names!

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Late Lunch Wednesday September 11th 2024

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 15:07:12 GMT

We went back to school and the books we remember in the company of Margaret Madden. Dr Ciara McCormack told us why and what she's doing with Walterstown GFC Under 14 girls team. Meath based artist Fiona McKenna dropped in for a chat as her first exhibition opens in Kells. And Declan Collins from Mornington Tidy Towns explained what the group are doing to protect their sand dunes.

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Late Lunch Tuesday September 10th 2024

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 21:19:58 GMT

Economist David McWilliams lifted the lid on Money, the subject matter of his new book. Natasha McCahey is following her dream, off to the UK on a soccer scholarship. Blake Boland, our new motoring correspondent, joined us for the first time and Nicky Kyle sorted out some gardening tasks for the month ahead.

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Late Lunch Monday September 9th 2024

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 14:58:41 GMT

Arachnologist Myles Nolan allayed our fear of spiders, Olivia Mulvaney is Ringmaster with Circus Vegas, the uniqueness of Dip in the Nip and the Drogheda Classical season is ready to roll.

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Late Lunch Friday September 6th 2024

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 15:02:26 GMT

Keith Barry weaved his magic, mesmerised all present and spoke about his new book "Sleep Hacks". Stuart Walshe form Lorenzen's butchers in Navan was delighted to be named makers of the Best Banger in the Northeast on Late Lunch yesterday. Courtney Tyler's larder in the wild is plentiful at the moment as Autumn sets in. Louise stepped in on Sport and Anjelah Johnson delivered the laughs as she urged her husband to Man Up!!

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Late Lunch Thursday September 5th 2024

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 16:32:37 GMT

Our Best Banger in the Northeast gong went to Lorenzen's Butchers in Navan after a close run contest between five excellent breakfast sausage makers. Cooked in the kitchen of the Marcy Hotel by Tara Walker, sampled and judged by Tara, Peter Whelan and Sabrina Sherlock. And guess who popped in for a pint, a sausage and a chat? None other than the simply wonderful James Nesbitt!

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Late Lunch Wednesday September 4th 2024

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 16:26:42 GMT

Keith Sheerin brought an energy and honesty to the conversation as he spoke about a recent incident that really annoyed him and the challenges he has faced and overcome in life. Ahead of Dip in the Nip, Kerry O'Brien is shaving off her beautiful hair for a really personal reason. It was foxes and especially grey seals in focus with Aoife McPartlin from Irish Wildlife Rehabilitation. And Eanna Ni Lamhna brought the curtain down on today's show in her inimitable way ahead of the Sean Corcoran series in Drogheda this coming weekend.

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Late Lunch Tuesday September 3rd 2024

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 16:12:31 GMT

Nutritionist Rachel Graham sorted out the school lunchbox, Niall Hatch from Birdwatch talked about the resumption of hedge cutting and migrations, Benoni Robu's new book is all about finding inner fulfilment & happiness and Ciaran Mc Ivor confirmed that the Deirdre Gogarty bronze statue monies have all but been secured!

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Late Lunch Monday September 2nd 2024

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 15:19:19 GMT

What a man - Rory O'Connor is just a tonic for the troops! Colin Condon believes in the power of art and theatre to help us all reflect on matters of life & death. Cyclist Eve McCrystal reflected on her silver medal at the Paralympics in Paris yesterday - her sixth in total! While Coldplay mega fan Brenda Courell, got to see Coldplay not once but twice, as her dream came though in the midst of her battle with cancer.

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Late Lunch Friday August 30th 2024

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 15:07:37 GMT

Dermot Goode, from totalhealthinsurance.ie, offered so much good advice, as private health insurance companies drop a range of plans and rise prices yet again. Irene Gahan couldn't be more excited about Graham Norton's new book as she brought us her recommended reads. Rick Cronje weighed in with a couple of cracking bottles of wine, David Sheehan looked ahead to the sporting weekend and our comedy came from the witty and observational Monique Marvez!

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The Late Lunch, Thursday September 29th, 2024

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 11:56:24 GMT

On today's show, we talked to Brenda Courell whose VIP tickets for Coldplay lay in her spam folder for almost a year! Also the Tik Tok sensations who are hens, the new WhatsApp scam and how CAO offers shouldn't get you down.

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 28th 2024

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 15:50:57 GMT

Fergal Lynch of the Meath Chronicle reflected on Colm O'Rourke's departure from the Meath senior football management job. Violinist Tadhg Murphy is adding another string to his bow with the Drogheda Community Orchestra. Journalist Mick Clifford's new book about the murder of Una Lynskey makes compelling reading. While Maria Morgan from Esker Fields is seeking public support for herself and other local businesses as the closing date for voting in the Irish Made Awards looms large.

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 27th 2024

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 15:26:36 GMT

Mairead Kirk made the case for cash payments into GAA matches while Sara Dever was scammed for Coldplay tickets! Youth Work Ireland Louth's Chloe Kelly and Megan Lynch do fantastic work with 8 to 11 year olds in the community. Nancy Chillingworth and Robbie Smyth were both part of our Olympic Ireland team in Paris and Oasis mega fan and tribute act performer Brian Heavey is over the moon today as his heroes re-form...

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Late Lunch Monday August 26th 2024

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 15:05:23 GMT

Dave Kavanagh of the Bare Acre Farm Shop told us why cash really isn't king. We heard from Andrew Hendy of Mary Wallopers fame about a dolphin rescue on Blackrock beach. Multi-award winning garden designer Paul Martin popped in for a chat about himself and a Festival of Flowers he's arranging at St Oliver's church. The talented Martin Maguire dropped by as one his portraits has been shortlisted for a prestigious award and will hang in the National Gallery shortly. And a disco for the over 30's is packing them in at Earth nightclub!

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Late Lunch Friday August 23rd 2024

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 15:54:08 GMT

No better woman in the country today as Leah Newman scores a Leaving Cert maximum! Eve McCrystal is also hoping to strike gold at her third Paralympic Games. Gerry enjoyed another walk through Rosie Maye's wonderful garden at Mullaghdillon House. David Sheehan ran the rule over the weekend's soccer action and we enjoyed a laugh with the late great Joan Rivers.

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Late Lunch Thursday August 22nd 2024

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 15:27:35 GMT

Aimee Campbell lives with a severe form of Functional Neurological Disorder, which has seen her become totally dependent on assistance to get through each day and she really wants the "old Aimee back", something only specialised treatment in London can make happen. Barbara Scully hopes the late Nell McCafferty understood how much she did to improve the lives of Irish women. Blake Boland and Sean Keenan told us how they swam the English Channel as part of a four-man team. While visually impaired David Ryan explained how he runs the gauntlet of dog faeces and illegal pavement parking.

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 21st 2024

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:20:53 GMT

Mark McGowan from Scholars Townhouse knows what makes or breaks a hospitality business as his family opens their new Sunday Street venue. Classical guitarist Pat Coldrick offered words of wisdom from his experience to prospective musicians. Dr Kate McCann is always full of sense and today she focussed on back to school. While DKIT lecturer Dr Aine McHugh told us why she believes our natural bog lands play an important role in our wellbeing.

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 20th 2024

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 16:16:36 GMT

Out and about again today this time on the Hill of Tara at Maguires beautiful restaurant, coffee and craft shop, where we were hosted by Louise Maguire, who told us all about the history of the business, her love of what she does and this very special place. Michael Slavin, who runs his antiquarian bookshop and Courtney Davis, who has an art studio next door, both joined us for really insightful conversations. Tour guide Margaret Brady also loves her job and has deep feelings for the Hill, as does former Meath footballer Niall Keane, who turned to Tara as he undertook his cancer journey.

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Late Lunch Monday August 19th 2024

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 15:21:56 GMT

Michael Comyn knows how to deal simply and effectively with anxiety, which is rampant at the moment. Sarah Carey, fresh from Electric Picnic, believes we ourselves have the wherewithal to control hatred and abuse on social media. Nicky Kyle set out our tasks for August in the organic vegetable garden and Dr Rory Sheehan has his aim set at invasive species.

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Late Lunch Friday August 16th 2024

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 15:13:51 GMT

Tomas Hodgins is all set to walk the entire Irish leg of the Columban Way over the next 37 days, Grace Tierney has such a brilliant way with words, Jackie Murphy paid tribute to the late, great Jim McLoughlin, David Sheehan looked ahead to the start of the new Premier League season and our comedy came from the oh so funny Sindhu Vee!

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Late Lunch Thursday August 15th 2024

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 16:03:30 GMT

August 15th is the day people flock to Blackrock village, as the sun emerged the hoards descended and Late Lunch was there in the beautiful Village Garden Coffee Shop to catch a taste of the goings on! We heard from; our hostess and proprietor Elaine Cosgrove, PRO of Blackrock.ie Jason McGee, Conor Hughes of Beat It Music Shop and Cross Cause Charity fame, Killian Allen who brings his carnival to the village each summer, Maureen Hoey the woman behind Mojo & Co and publican & chairman of the Blackrock Social Group Kevin Soraghan and his daughter Anna.

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 14th 2024

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 17:00:49 GMT

We enjoyed a magical opening to the show in the company of the wonderful Cillian O'Connor and his mum Elaine. With back to school time imminent, Siobhan O'Neill-White from mams.ie, offered some great advice and did some straight talking about the costs involved for hard pressed families. Dip in the Nip 2024 is happening in early September, as we heard from Karen Healy, Liz Summersby, Carol McGinty and Laura Carolan ahead of the big splash for cancer care and research in the Northeast. And we have an Olympian in the making for Los Angeles 2028 in the guise of our very own Sinead Burke!!

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 13th 2024

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 15:40:06 GMT

Sarah Carey says the Irish cat population needs controlling for the sake of our feathered friends! Renowned silversmith and jewellery maker Garrett Mallon is celebrating ten years in Carlingford. Helena King has brought her editorial skills to bear superbly in a new book about Knowth and Eimear McManus set the scene for the forthcoming Irish Women's Open golf tournament at Carton House.

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The Late Lunch, Monday August 12th, 2024

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 20:48:09 GMT

On today's show, Joan Larkin recalls a horrific dog attack as she tried to save her own pet from being mauled, we hear of Carol Haslam's new robo arm and from singing for your supper to digging for your dinner!

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The Late Lunch, Friday August 9th, 2024

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 20:42:00 GMT

On today's show, we heard from Derek Sherry who survived after attempting to take his own life and is now urging others to get out and talk about their problems. We learned just what Dull Dating was and vet Sinead Kelly answered all pet questions. We also remembered Zara Murphy, one month after the 13 year old's sudden death.

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Late Lunch Thursday August 8th 2024

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 17:01:39 GMT

Boxing coach, mentor and IABA secretary Antoinette Faye reflected on Kellie Harrington's double Olympic Gold medals and its impact on the sport. Money Doctor John Lowe advised in the aftermath of the recent sharp fall in stocks & shares. Jenni Meade and Lisa Keegan spoke of their mutually beneficial gleaning initiative and Gerry McAlinden looked ahead to the D'arcy Magee Summer School in Carlingford next week.

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 7th 2024

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 15:01:58 GMT

It's a yes to turbines off the Northeast coast but not so close to shore as Shane Holland explained. Debra Conlon reflected on forty years of the family's delicatessen business in Dundalk. Tiffany Murray, who grew up with Rock and Roll Royalty, has committed her mother and her memories to print and Emma Duffy knows all about the Forever Tooth Fairy!

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 6th 2024

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:01:45 GMT

Daragh McCullough's travails in his new electric car, Aoife McPartlin on the life & times of our squirrels, Jim Gorman's assessment of Kellie Harrington's gold medal prospects tonight in the ring at the Olympics and Art in August at Rockfield House.

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Late Lunch Friday August 2nd 2024

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 14:55:20 GMT

Louth Ladies are all set for their All Ireland Final on Sunday, Frances Bailey forages for natural remedies, Lorna Long's parents are homeless after a serious house fire, David Sheehan's weekend sports preview and the late great John Pinette delivered the laughs.

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Late Lunch Thursday August 1st 2024

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 15:16:38 GMT

A guaranteed sell out! Yes the O'Neill's Olivia & Anna along with Ailish Shaw and a group of feisty women, will bare all in their 2025 Calendar, to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society! What a lovely man is shopkeeper Joe McLoughlin, who is closing his doors for the last time, after more than four decades running a number of shops in Louth. Grainne Griffin, from the Competition & Consumer Protection Commission, offered sound advice on claiming for losses if holidays go wrong. And its all systems go for the 2024 Northeast Business Awards.

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 31st 2024

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 16:08:29 GMT

Who makes the Best Banger in the Northeast? We're on the hunt for the nicest butcher shop's breakfast sausage, with head judge Peter Whelan on hand to launch our search. Brewers Fergal Carroll and Cathal Byrne are onto something special with their non alcoholic Fierce Mild extra pale ale. The talented Dr Austin Duffy who is both oncologist & author and originally from Dundalk, joined us as his latest novel "Cross" is published. And florist Darina Feeney is taking to the highways and byways in her new van!

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 30th 2024

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 15:32:03 GMT

In the wake of the conviction of her uncle by marriage, for sexual assault on three nieces, Laura Standing spoke about the devastating impact its had on her life. Navan Town Centre's new stylist Michelle Smith had a word, Nadia Duffy is proud of their "Big Boy" '99s at Ross Cross Service Station, Dan Donoher confirmed that the Croke Park Herring Gull is alive and well and our own James McElearney is enjoying the best of times at the Olympic Games in Paris.

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Late Lunch Monday July 29th 2024

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 15:00:32 GMT

Kathy Maher and Anna McKenna are understandably two really happy Armagh women today! Declan Bailey from Business Tech Help explained how to safeguard our cards and payments on our phones. Maurice O'Connor President of Drogheda Chess Club, who recently set a Guinness World Record, dropped by with his chess board. While Omeath Postmaster PJ McGivern is looking to deliver a letter to Freya and her Collie dog!

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Late Lunch Friday July 26th 2024

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 15:11:12 GMT

Brothers Niall and Declan McNally are walking from Armagh to Croke Park for very good reason. Oisin McConville, star of the Armagh team that brought Sam Maguire back to the Orchard County twenty-two years ago, believes Sunday's final against Galway is almost too close to call! Drogheda Brass Band are thrilled to have brass band royalty, Glyn and Helen Williams, with them once again this year for their Summer Sounds project. Eileen Smyth and Paula McGuinness are onto something really special with their LUS Aromatherapy range of "free from" products. David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action and we really enjoyed some classic comedy from the man of many laughs Billy Connolly.

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Late Lunch Thursday July 25th 2024

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 15:46:39 GMT

No laughing matter for comedian Joe Rooney when it comes to the abuse he's had since partaking in the Navan Pride Festival. Nicky Kyle could only laugh at the contention that potato growing gardeners are the source of blight! Gerry was only delighted to chat with his this far book of the year author Cathy Sweeney and Professor Kevin McGuigan enlightened us on a most successful water project in Malawi.

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 24th 2024

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 16:18:34 GMT

Dave Hewitt from Irish Mini Breaks told of the challenges he and others face, as so much visitor accommodation is no longer available. Seamus McMahon reflected on his Brehon Brewhouse business ten years on. Vroomtown children's author Emer Conlon unveiled her 7th book in the series, featuring a totally new truck called Vabis! While Dundalk chef John Kenwright, is all set to take part in the final of the World Paella Day competition in Spain.

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 23rd 2024

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 15:09:14 GMT

Harry Smith lives in hope for an All Ireland final ticket to keep his incredible run going, Ciaran Gallagher is a fourth generation fisherman who has moved into processing his own catch, Larry Staudt believes our loss of spirituality is detrimental to mankind and Leah Taaffe told of her mother Tracy's ongoing cancer battle.

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Late Lunch Monday July 22nd 2024

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 15:24:33 GMT

Irish American and Democrat John H Shanahan, reflected on Joe Biden's withdrawal from the US Presidential race and what now might happen? Domiciled in the Northeast for years, Bryan Collins and Aidan Greene, are two very happy Clare men today! Susan Kerwin from Bat Rehabilitation Ireland revealed why bats are struggling again this summer and ace golfer Brendan Lawlor is hosting Ireland's first disability golf event in Carton House Golf Club this September.

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Late Lunch Friday July 19th 2024

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 15:03:19 GMT

Shay Casserly made James Casserly's day with a VIP invitation to Ablefest after the young wheelchair campaigner couldn't attend his school debs as the venue was inaccessible! Irene Gahan from Academy Books brought us a raft of wonderful reading recommendations, Rick Cronje chipped in with the wines to match and David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action. Hannah Berner provided the laughs and Gerry maintained he reserved the best Linda Ronstadt wine to last in "Blue Bayou"....

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Late Lunch Thursday July 18th 2024

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 15:04:41 GMT

First stop today was the voice of travel by Train or Dart in Ireland Michael Comyn, who took us on a fascinating journey! Next to arrive was the mercurial Mattress Mick - what a man, what a story. Katie Maguire is moving from in front of the lens to behind it, as she pulls from her life experience of chronic ill health, in making what will be a powerful short film aptly called "Warrior". Our final call was to Scotland and Dr Adele Commins, who has been recognised by the Musicological Society of Australia.

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 17th 2024

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 15:06:58 GMT

Counsellor Rhoda Smith spoke to us about teenagers dealing with the sudden loss of a friend. John H Shanahan reflected on the state of play in the US Presidential race. Mary Farrelly's new book "The Dog Knows Do You?" is a fascinating concept and read while Collette Farrell is so pleased the Lighthouse Project at Mornington Beach has come to fruition!

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 16th 2024

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 20:55:02 GMT

Money Doctor John Lowe on succession and inheritance, Amanda Alty from Meath Women's Refuge about their domestic violence podcast series, the Louth Urban Food Sanctuary project and another observational on life from Sinead Burke!

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Late Lunch Monday July 15th 2024

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 15:29:38 GMT

Laura Armada is one happy Spanish lady today! On St Swithin's day, Fr Paddy Rushe delved into the saint who is associated with rain and would you believe it, to counterbalance, a raft of Child Of Prague images followed from listeners. Sean Collins reflected on the history of Fair Street, the new council offices and the future development of Drogheda town centre. Alan Currans is sailing round these islands raising awareness and funds for suicide counselling and Caoimhe Lynch told us all about the campaign to bring her best friend Emma home, following a life changing car accident.

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Late Lunch Friday July 12th 2024

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 15:42:34 GMT

With many in the Northeast in shock and heartbroken, Gerry spoke poignantly about thirteen year old Zara Murphy, who died tragically while playing football in Termonfeckin last evening. Justin Kinsella explained the workings of 3D printing technology in building homes. Grace Tierney fooled around with words, Kathy Crinion brought us up to date about the story of her great great grandmother while Laura Armada and Dave Turner had the banter between Spain and England ahead of the Euros final. Sport with David Sheehan, comedy and our TV theme completed Friday's line up.

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Late Lunch Thursday July 11th 2024

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:09:03 GMT

Philip Quinn offered his thoughts on the new Irish soccer manager ahead of his unveiling at an Aviva stadium press conference. Tina Doran's story could have been so different had she had her blood pressure checked. Andy Drummond explained what the charity Habitat for Humanity and their ReStore in Drogheda is all about. Seven year old Freya Doolan's appeal to Meath County Council ,about the playground in Laytown, has worked the oracle! While Rhea Smyth, who is nine, is having her hair cut, to give back to the children's hospital in Temple Street.

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 10th 2024

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 15:45:02 GMT

No better man than Rory O'Connor to brighten up a dreary afternoon! Dave Robinson is actually tapping into rain water, Dr Kate McCann advised on caffeine & energy drinks and Monique Piper is doing her best after losing her soulmate.

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 9th 2024

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 15:19:46 GMT

Jacqueline McGeough lost an eye but her life was ultimately saved, physiotherapist Robbie Smyth is Olympics bound, Trim flies the flag for Meath and Ireland in an international competition and Orla O'Connor told of a community coming together to support families in Gaza.

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Late Lunch Monday July 8th 2024

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 15:15:33 GMT

Following on from the Girls in Green revelations, Stephen McGuinness General Secretary of the PFAI and Bernard O'Byrne former FAI CEO, reflected on the fallout of what allegedly happened. Jason McGee is thrilled more of the history of brewing in Dundalk is to be digitised thanks to a new project at DKIT. Organic gardener Nicky Kyle advised on what to sow as July unfolds and Cliodhna O'Bric told of a new safer way to park at Navan O'Mahony's grounds.

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Late Lunch Friday July 5th 2024

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 16:37:51 GMT

On Your Council Day we took Late Lunch to the headquarters of Meath County Council in Navan where we found out lots of aspects to the council that may not be apparent to many. The impact of library services, support for community developments and assisting businesses develop & grow. We also met new CEO Kieran Kehoe and recently elected Cathaoirleach Sharon Tolan.

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Late Lunch Thursday July 4th 2024

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 15:38:53 GMT

What an afternoon we had at the Gary Kelly Cancer Support Centre as it celebrates its 20th Birthday! Barbara Kelly, Gary's sister-in-law and board member from its inception, reflected on how it all began, evolved and the challenges it has faced down the years. The centres choir sang beautifully while Ann Marie Reid and Susie Barrett told what the centre meant to them on their cancer journeys. Ger Foran volunteered from the first day the doors opened, is still there and loves every day she spends in the place. Peig Farrell and Liam Reay are ace fundraisers, Caoimhe Callaghan provides reflexology treatments and Emer Quinlan is the woman charged with raising the funds that keep the show on the road.

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 3rd 2024

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 16:24:57 GMT

Shell shocked Ronan Quinn, who has worked in BD for thirty years, told how he and his colleagues were reeling from the news that the factory is to close. Davide Massi explained how he and his best friend Marco are now making traditional Italian sausages in Ireland. Chrissie Russell believes it's essential to bring technology on holidays with children. William Smith really knows his Limousin cattle and we heard about National Play Day this coming Saturday.

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 2nd 2024

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 21:41:27 GMT

Free Wednesdays at Heritage sites across the Northeast and much more, brought to life in his effervescent way by Mythical Ireland's Anthony Murphy. Dog trainer Hughie Rooney doesn't believe in banning breeds but understands what needs to happen. Pharmacist Kathy Maher is calling for a national scheme to facilitate the proper disposal of unused medicines, Sinead Burke is preparing for a coup and we remembered the late Jim Corcoran.

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Late Lunch Monday July 1st 2024

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 15:09:09 GMT

Mia Green, who was the little lady who Taylor Swift gave her hat to on Saturday night at the Aviva Stadium, only got to the concert because her mammy gave her, her own ticket, that had been bought by her sister and Mia's aunt Sarah Durnin, who took Mia to the concert and joined us with Mia on Late Lunch today! Ednan Hameed told us about the abuse he encounters while driving his taxi. In Wildlife Matters, Aoife McPartlin focussed on the life of a Herring Gull and Andy Mackin is the man who will restore the Derryhale Hotel in Dundalk to its former glory.

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Late Lunch Friday June 28th 2024

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 15:24:01 GMT

Tom Dunne is a hero, having, in his little boat, rescued two young boys from the River Boyne. Louth goalkeeper Niall McDonnell's mother Lorraine, is so proud of her son, as all eyes turn to Croke Park on Sunday. Rosie Maye's roses are in full bloom, Rick Cronje brought us a couple of cracking wines from Byrne's in Dundalk and David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action. Our Classic Comedy featured Gavin and Stacey and Everton fans certainly recognised our TV Theme!

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Late Lunch Thursday June 27th 2024

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 16:23:53 GMT

Our very own Ruth O'Connell met her idols Crowded House. European Affairs Correspondent with Euronews, Meabh McMahon, reflected on the political composition of Europe following the recent elections. Dr Sabina Brennan has a new book about manifesting and Pat Wogan teed up the 21st staging of sand sculpturing and sandcastle making on Bettystown beach this coming Saturday.

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 26th 2024

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 16:18:35 GMT

Dr Shane Cassidy explained how Neuro Music Therapy can make a real difference to people with brain disorders. Edel Healy was thrilled to welcome one of her idols to Inside Out in Slane. We remembered the late Tommie Gorman, vet Sinead Kelly answered questions from our listeners while Dave Maher and his daughters have teamed up with music royalty to release their new song "We Are Connected".

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 25th 2024

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 14:56:46 GMT

John Brady will win either way when Louth face Donegal in the All Ireland senior football quarter-final at Croke Park on Sunday. The fairies are now part of the online world as Niamh Sherwin-Barry from the Irish Fairy Door Company explained. Siobhan O'Neill-White from mams.ie had lots of suggestions to keep children happy and parents sane over the summer. And the steam rose with Ronan Gaynor as Meath is set for some very special heavy duty visitors.

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Late Lunch Monday June 24th 2024

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 15:16:46 GMT

With flights being cancelled, Sandra Finegan from Globe Travel advised on what to do if you've booked to fly with Aer Lingus over the coming days. Anthony Hoey reflected on Louth's win over Cork and the forthcoming quarter-final against Donegal. Intrepid adventurer Dermot Higgins is preparing to swim the river Shannon from source to sea! Pharmacist Kathy Maher, from Haven Pharmacy in Duleek, covered off being sun smart, coping with hay fever and dealing with shingles. What a weekend its been for Seapoint golf club member Danny Campbell who caddied for OFX Irish Legends winner Adilson Da Silva.

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Late Lunch Friday June 21st 2024

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 15:09:01 GMT

Esteemed BBC journalist Peter Taylor joined us ahead of his visit to Kells for the Hinterland Festival next weekend. Navan Racecourse manager Donal Curtis explained how he came to work at Royal Ascot each year since 2018. Hazel Hughes told us about her son, who has been diagnosed with acute Lyme disease and the support she's receiving from the community in Walterstown. While David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday June 20th 2024

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 18:51:18 GMT

Late Lunch paid a visit to the beautiful Seapoint golf links today to coincide with the OFX Irish Legends tournament. We heard from: Seapoint course designer and long-time tour professional Des Smyth; Marty Carr one of the investors who rescued the club, Andrew Phelan Seapoint's manager, Ed Pettit & Ian Richie who manage the course itself and Keith Mitchell CMO with the Legends Tour. We also caught up with the likes of: Megan Campbell, Brian McFadden, Shay Given, Teddy Sheringham and golf major winners Michael Campbell and Ian Woosnam.

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The Late Lunch, Wednesday, June 19th, 2024

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 11:58:08 GMT

On today's show with guest presenter Louise Walsh, we chatted to a female dairy farmer who can't find work clothes to fit, a new accreditation scheme by The Menopause Hub, a teenage rally driver from Duleek and the dangers of using older products on younger skin!

Also we caught up with the Pound the Pavements campaign

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 18th 2024

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 16:18:17 GMT

Late Lunch came live from Slane Castle today to coincide with the launch of the Boyne Valley Food Development strategy and Producer Showcase, where we heard from a range of quality food producers from the Northeast!

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Late Lunch Monday June 17th 2024

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 15:11:07 GMT

Jack Kiernan has become a late blooming TikTok sensation! Andrea Mara raises the bar with every new book as "Someone In The Attic" tops the bestsellers list. Money Doctor John Lowe covered off mortgage & savings rates and told of his scepticism around the new Government pension plan for all? We rounded off the chat with a worrying story of 7 and 10 year olds arsonists attempting to burn down a local coffee shop.

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The Late Lunch Tuesday, June 11th, 2024

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 14:52:30 GMT

Guest presenter Ken Murray stands in for Gerry Kelly on today's Late Lunch as he speaks to former GAA Meath footballer David Beggy, Seamus Smyth on his new book and how the elections was a family affair in Meath.

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The Late Lunch Thursday June 13th 2024

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 14:48:31 GMT

On today's Late Lunch, Ken Murray spoke with Brian Warfield of the Wolfe Tones, Marie Byrne on drugs, Scott Ennis of Navan Rugby Club and a cycle around Ireland

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THE LATE LUNCH MONDAY 10TH JUNE 2024

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 17:24:08 GMT

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Late Lunch Friday June 7th 2024

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 11:15:32 GMT

Late Lunch Friday June 7th 2024

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Late Lunch Thursday June 6th 2024

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 15:36:50 GMT

Dr Anne Marie Eustace-Ryan believes all ultra processed foods should carry a health warning! Neil Watters told us why he's closing his beloved Classified Records store in Dundalk. Cabrina Conaty the new Presenter of our 11 to 1 Show introduced herself to the listeners. While we remembered Super Garden winner John Dooley who died suddenly yesterday.

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 5th 2024

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 15:35:42 GMT

Dr Sean McCormack is about to run his 100th Marathon! Lots to sow in early June and plenty of advice from organic gardener Nicky Kyle. Arthur Mathews new book about revolutionary Kevin O'Higgins makes for fascinating reading. And Seamus McCormack is the latest to join Team Gerry at the FX Legends Pro-Am at Seapoint Golf Links.

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 4th 2024

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 15:20:55 GMT

Dr Kelly Fincham has her say on dealing with online abuse, especially of women, on social media. Ray Langan offered last minute advice to students and parents, ahead of the start of the state examinations tomorrow. Gerry loves children's author Erika McGann's new book called "Chasing the Shy Town" which is published this week. And the first golfer on Gerry's FX Irish Legends Pro-Am team is David McArdle who's delighted with his selection!

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Late Lunch Friday May 31st 2024

Fri, 31 May 2024 18:45:32 GMT

Sandra Finegan knows all about being travel and holiday ready, Irene Gahan can pick a really good read, Rick Cronje selects the best in wines and David Sheehan calls the sport.

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Late Lunch Thursday May 30th 2024

Thu, 30 May 2024 16:06:58 GMT

Yasmin Canning found her tribe after running that first mini marathon in support of her late mother. Aileen Muldoon-Byrne is over the moon with her best in show gold medal at Bloom. Jeni Meade was just the woman to join us on the International Day of the Potato. Given Fiona Gainfort and Rosie McGuigan's passion for hairdressing who wouldn't want a career in the business? The Bloom Girls Sinead and Alicia Kavanagh just love the annual festival in the Phoenix Park!

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 29th 2024

Wed, 29 May 2024 16:01:53 GMT

Chloe Heaslip spoke passionately about her brother Eden, who died by suicide because of bullying and her family's desire and campaign to end bullying in its various forms. Dr Suzanne Linnane, Ben Malone and Maria Flynn brought the curtain down on our LMFM year-long environmental feature "Ours to Protect". Catherine Mangan's new novel about Italy was right up Gerry's street and Jen Campbell welcomes new mums and their babies to join her at Cuidiu in Drogheda.

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 28th 2024

Tue, 28 May 2024 15:39:38 GMT

Michelin star chef JP McMahon is looking forward to another Taste of Dublin. Our long-time motoring correspondent Tony Conlon said goodbye to us today. Skerries Ukulele Strummers brightened up everyone's afternoon and it just had to be birthday girl KYLIE with our 2 on Toosday!!

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Late Lunch Monday May 27th 2024

Mon, 27 May 2024 14:54:33 GMT

What a bundle of energy is Dunboyne's Tom Moran, who brings his brilliant one-man show, direct from the Abbey to Trim and Drogheda. St Joseph's CBS in Drogheda have made the co-educational transition and its gone really well. Sound engineer Simba Bianchi, who is working with the great and good in his studios, calls Dundalk home and another talent from the town, photographer Arthur Carron, has a very special photograph included in a Covid 19 retrospective.

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Late Lunch Friday May 24th 2024

Fri, 24 May 2024 15:02:28 GMT

Food and cost of living writer Caitriona Redmond advised on shopping wisely and in praise of own brands. An Gobha Tom King has been making for Emerald Park and looking forward to welcoming all his visitors during the forthcoming tourist season. Blackrock woman Estelle Birdy is onto a real winner with her debut novel called Ravelling and we brought you sport with David Sheehan, comedy and a tricky TV Theme...

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Late Lunch Thursday May 23rd 2024

Thu, 23 May 2024 17:33:17 GMT

Tenor Sean Tester is following his dream, Ray Langan knows how to prepare for and tackle the state examinations, Gearoid Harvey's new business is flying and Gary Myles told us about Clonkeen, one of the oldest churches in Louth, which is in need of some maintenance,

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 22nd 2024

Wed, 22 May 2024 17:19:18 GMT

Paddy Malone is thrilled the Jimmy Hasty documentary has won a Sports EMMY! Tricologist Ambrose Clinton had lots of advice about hair and scalp matters, fitness instructor and trainer Anna Clarke is following a new path and our very own Eddie Caffrey broadcast his first ever show 46 years ago on this day!

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 21st 2024

Tue, 21 May 2024 16:18:40 GMT

On the opening of Tir Na nOg and the new rollercoasters at Emerald Park, Late Lunch was delighted to be part of a very special occasion for the Coyle family, their wonderful staff and the community in Meath. We heard from MD Charles Coyle, Project Manager David Everard, the parks Zoo Manager Lee Donaghue, dedicated coasters from Ireland and beyond, Niamh Reynolds, Claire O'Neill and Ross Ennis all key members of the Emerald Park team.

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Late Lunch Monday May 20th 2024

Mon, 20 May 2024 15:01:53 GMT

Magical moments with the wonderful Cillian O'Connor whose diary is jammers including a UK and Ireland tour! Caoimhe Tegart-O'Grady's Confidence Clinic Summer Camps bring so much more to the concept of play and fun. Flor McCarthy from Women for Election welcomes more women seeking office in the forthcoming elections but cautions there's much more to do. While Chairperson Liam O'Neill is delighted with Louth Ladies winning a Leinster title and looks forward to the All Ireland series next.

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Late Lunch Friday May 17th 2024

Fri, 17 May 2024 15:03:24 GMT

Gerry just about got the cornflakes taste test identifying his favourite Kelloggs against own brands! Sue Masterson is on top of the world celebrating five years alcohol free - good on ya Sue. Kat Mahon from the Midland Language Centre is looking for equestrian and farming host families. David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action as we also enjoyed a laugh or two with upcoming comedian Glen Moore.

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Late Lunch Thursday May 16th 2024

Thu, 16 May 2024 14:58:00 GMT

Luke Saunders from Studyclix on the benefits but many downsides of smartphone use among young people. Geraldine Hogarty and Gordon Meighan told of the work going on at the heart of communities in Meath managed and mentored by Youth Work Ireland. Sixtwo Digital, Colm Hanratty's digital marketing business, has and is supporting and growing many others. And Simon Donnelly's strawberries are back for the new season!

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 15th 2024

Wed, 15 May 2024 15:27:45 GMT

Ciaran Phillips believes the felling of the Fairy Tree at Cornamucklagh doesn't bode well for those that took it down! Forager & Herbalist Ursula Schloer told us what we could do with wild garlic and young nettles. In Wildlife Matters Aoife McPartlin was so informative about dealing with fledgling birds and the life of an Otter. While Brian Byrne from Dundalk Men's Shed is looking for a container...

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 14th 2024

Tue, 14 May 2024 14:57:59 GMT

Savvy Spender Stephen Harvey has launched a new App, Noel Leonard told of his life-long love of horses and racing, Gerry was in his element in Rosie Maye's gorgeous garden and Fr Derek Ryan explained why the roof tiles on St Mary's Church in Drogheda need replacing.

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The Late Lunch, Monday 13th May, 2024

Tue, 14 May 2024 08:11:31 GMT

On today's Late Lunch, Louise Walsh chatted about bereavement candles, a cafe that has bucked the national trend of closures, oral hygiene and how one man has coined the phrase:' This is where I am, this is where I want to be!'

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Late Lunch Friday May 10th 2024

Fri, 10 May 2024 14:54:39 GMT

Mark Byrne and Niamh O'Sullivan looked ahead to their county's respective finals at at Croke Park on Sunday. Grace Tierney's way with words is far from tomfoolery, we learned there's so much going on at Dunderry Fair on Sunday while our Ken O'Sullivan had the final word on Eurovision. Sport with David Sheehan, classic comedy from Mrs Browne and an really easy TV theme...

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Late Lunch Thursday May 9th 2024

Thu, 09 May 2024 15:08:16 GMT

Superintendent Andrew Watters spoke of disbelief among Gardai and emergency services, who attended a crash on the M1 on Tuesday, as passing motorists filmed the incident on their phones. Declan Bailey took us on a trip down memory lane as the Nokia 3210 returns on its 25th anniversary! Gerry paid his May visit to organic gardener Nicky Kyle and Sinead Burke is on the money with her banter about a protection applicant close to home...

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 8th 2024

Wed, 08 May 2024 15:48:36 GMT

Gerry had a fascinating conversation with retired Detective Inspector Pat Marry who led the investigation into the callous murder of Detective Adrian Donohoe which is told in Pat's new book "Murder at Lordship". We heard why it's good to say hello to people as you pass by on the street or road and Tommy Melia told of a very clever new use for unwanted protective covid perspex screens.

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 7th 2024

Tue, 07 May 2024 14:56:10 GMT

Eurovision guru Ken O'Sullivan pinned his colours to the mast as this year's contest begins tonight. Bikers supporting SOSAD and suicide awareness are staging a fundraiser this weekend. Marie Power harvests from the largest garden on Earth and Frank Mannion brings his wonderful "Quintessentially Irish" movie to the Solstice in Navan on Thursday.

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Late Lunch Friday May 3rd 2024

Fri, 03 May 2024 15:13:02 GMT

The many voices of the oh so talented Al Foran, Helen McCaul's daughter Aileen will wear her mam's 40 year-old communion dress, Grace Conway is a young boxer going places fast, a sporting look ahead with David Sheehan and our comedy on Friday...

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Late Lunch Thursday May 2nd 2024

Thu, 02 May 2024 15:07:31 GMT

Gerry, who loves his colourful socks, was delighted to have a chat with Finbar Barry, dad of Thomas, the young man whose business is Thomas's Trendy Socks and our listeners socked it back to us throughout the afternoon! Gerry Scullion is the King of Kefir, Niall Hatch from Birdwatch explained the dawn chorus and Tracy Carroll has at long last secured assistance in school for her daughter Willow.

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 1st 2024

Wed, 01 May 2024 15:02:24 GMT

Dr Mohamed Shaalan, recently returned from war torn Gaza, told us what he encountered while there. Powerlifter Casey Fitzgerald is aiming for the Paralympics in Los Angeles. Jillian Stout has penned her first steamy novel and Charles Coyle is almost ready to reveal his new rollercoasters at Emerald Park.

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 30th 2024

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 15:10:48 GMT

Sharon Connolly recalled memories of her courtship, wedding 37 years ago, what it all cost and the honeymoon that hasn't happened yet! Dr Ken Whelan confirmed the critical state of Irish wild salmon stocks and what's needed to save the king of fish. Siobhan O'Neill White from mams.ie offered lots of practical advice about communions as Charlie McGettigan reflected on winning Eurovision on this day in 1994.

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Late Lunch Monday April 29th 2024

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 14:55:29 GMT

Former UEFA & FIFA and Hanging Judge Podcaster Dr Errol Sweeney believes VAR should be retained for now? Konmari consultant Aidan Gately pointed us in the right direction to declutter our lives. Veterinarian Sinead Kelly answered a raft of questions from listeners and Ruth Conefrey from the Food Safety Authority of Ireland told us about the aims of their new learning portal...

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Late Lunch Friday April 26th 2024

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 14:57:59 GMT

Lisa Smith, who loves and knows her fashion, today brought us lots of information and advice on trends for Spring and early Summer. Irene Gahan from Academy Books reviewed and recommended some cracking reads, Rick Cronje chipped in with wonderful wines and David Sheehan looked ahead to a busy weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday April 25th 2024

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 21:27:25 GMT

Navan actor, writer and producer Claire Birmingham is heading back to her home from home in Los Angeles where she has a short film screening at the prestigious Beverly Hills Film Festival and to complete work on her new movie. Gerry really enjoyed the craic with Val Troy and Orla Doherty, aka comedy duo ChatterBoxx! He also waxed lyrical about Niamh Donnellan's new children's book Little Irish Folklore Friends and heard from Lorcan Fisher about a mammoth challenge he's undertaking with four friends.

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 24th 2024

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:54:53 GMT

Journalist John Kierans pulled no punches as he called out the neglect of his hometown Drogheda. Darius Kierans and Peter Smith have guided Glebe North to their first ever FAI Intermediate Cup Final. Legendary Irish dancing teacher Mona Roddy and her daughter Dearbhla Lennon joined us to tell their lovely story ahead of appearing on the Repair Shop on BBC1 tonight. And Andy McGuinnety explained the concept of Walking Football which is really taking off at Rossin Rovers.

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 23rd 2024

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 15:06:19 GMT

Hang 'Em High, Low or How? Washing on the clothes line sorted by our listeners! Water Wars now and into the future unless we act soon says Emeritus Professor John Sweeney. TY Students from Meath and Louth all set for the great Northeast cookery battle tomorrow and farmer Ivan Curran is working flat out to get his crops into the ground as the weather improves.

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Late Lunch Monday April 22nd 2024

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 15:01:08 GMT

No better man to have a chat with on Earth Day than Bobby McCormack CEO of Development Perspectives. Tristan Lennon is a young man living with autism, who despite the naysayers, is achieving so much at University. Pharmacist Kathy Maher had lots of advice for those suffering with Hay fever and Sarah Daly told of the wonderful asset Creative Spark is to Dundalk and the Northeast.

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Late Lunch Friday April 19th 2024

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 15:05:17 GMT

Kathy Crinion told the poignant story of her great, great, grandmother who was committed to St Loman's in Mullingar in the wrong. Wordfoolery made its debut on Late Lunch with the wonderful Grace Tierney. Gladiator winner Marie Louise Nicholson told us she's a Termonfeckin woman to the core! David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action and we dipped into one of Greg Davies really funny stories for our comedy.

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Late Lunch Thursday April 18th 2024

Thu, 18 Apr 2024 16:10:37 GMT

Rebecca Griffin told of the wonderful support she and her family received from Pieta House following the death of her son Ryan in February 2022. Lorraine Keane is flourishing in her fifties but how and why? Horse trainer Jim Dreaper paid tribute to the late great Paddy Woods and meteorologist Aoife Kealy had some good news at last on the weather front!

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 17th 2024

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 16:22:19 GMT

Late Lunch came live from Sheridan Insurances on Abbey Road in Navan this afternoon, where Benny Sheridan covered off a multitude of insurance matters - the man is an encyclopaedia! Dr Mary O'Kane dropped by for a wonderful chat about her new book "Anxious Children in an Anxious World" which is in huge demand. Singer/Songwriter Oisin Leech is also on the crest of a wave with his first solo album "Cold Sea" and Mary Rohan told her battling story about surviving breast cancer.

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 16th 2024

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 15:10:08 GMT

Sandra Higgins, from GoVegan World, is backing a move to categorise the killing of animal as murder. Fr Paddy Rushe says he's coping with an additional parish to look after, Helen Dillon advised on the CAO process and Kevin Shields told of Kingscourt Stars "Cheer Not Steer" side line initiative.

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Late Lunch Monday April 15th 2024

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 15:07:11 GMT

Tom Keogh MD of Keogh's confirmed there's an unavoidable price crunch for crisps and all potato products on the way because of the awfully wet weather. Heather Morris is very pleased with the adaptation of her phenomenal Tattooist of Auschwitz book for TV. John Heavey and all involved have already achieved amazing support for their Push For Paul and Ciara Burke from Sage & Stone actually suggests to customers that they take home their leftovers in a Doggy Bag.

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Late Lunch Friday April 12th 2024

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 15:01:03 GMT

A tiny little radio, all the way from Rome, prompted an avalanche from listeners, who sent us in an incredible selection of the radios they were listening to Late Lunch on this afternoon! Tara Walker dispelled a number of myths around food preparation, Susan McGovern joined us on publication of her latest She Team book, David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action and we enjoyed a great laugh from comedian Jarlath Regan..

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Late Lunch Thursday April 11th 2024

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 15:20:36 GMT

Communion memories poured in from listeners after Gerry and Louise recalled their own big days! Dean Bourne, regarded as the nearest thing to Roy Orbison himself, joined us ahead of his latest visit to Ireland. Leanne Browne has developed a very special range of natural skin care products under the Bare Skin Wellness label. And teacher Lisa Browne has come up with a programme aimed at improving the mental resilience of 9 to 12 year olds.

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 10th 2024

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 14:54:33 GMT

Gerry always enjoys a catch-up with Daniel O'Donnell! He was also mightily impressed with mediator Michelle Browne and their chat about her new book around navigating a divorce. Dr Kate McCann advised on good gut health, in the context of antibiotics and Michael Hoey from Country Crest, outlined the crisis facing food producers, given the incessant wet weather.

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 9th 2024

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 15:01:44 GMT

Sarah Carey speculated as to the big issues facing our new Taoiseach Simon Harris and the implications a United Ireland would have for all of us. The sudden passing of a good friend of Darragh McCullough has had him reflect on life and longevity. Tony Conlon brought us his regular motoring feature, we featured another 2 on Toosday and a timely tune that prevented it making top spot on the UK hit parade!

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The Late Lunch, Friday April 5th, 2024

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 17:59:01 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with Ken Murray, he spoke to Rory Guinness of the famous dynasty. Also on the show author and esteemed criminologist Phil Scraton spoke on the Hillsborough Disaster and Duleek has a rising country star.

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The Late Lunch, Thursday April 4th, 2024

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 17:45:14 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with Ken Murray, Carol Haslam told how she was instrumental in setting up Ireland's Sarcoma Awareness Charity. It's March and it's wet - will we have Roosters on our table after July? Maria Flynn and Ivan Curran spoke about the nightmare of planting in this weather. And more besides

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The Late Lunch, Friday March 8th, 2024

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 20:25:08 GMT

It's International Women's Day and we heard inspirational stories from a cancer survivor who described honestly how the side effects and cancer ghosting added to her struggle. A nurse who swapped her career for farming and a Meath entrepreneur who advised on how to build contacts. The long-suffering school principal working with 24 women and of course, the weekly sporting preview.

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 3rd 2024

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 16:15:43 GMT

Ironing but at a price? Yet Late Lunch listeners in the main love ironing! Sarah Stein and John Mallon from Baska Bakery in Bohermeen popped in for a lively chat. Aoife McPartlin covered off what to do if you find a baby bird and Sinead Burke believes middle-aged women become invisible?

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 2nd 2024

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 14:57:07 GMT

How often to wash? Professor Paul Moynagh offered his advice and spoke about dealing with sweat and sweating. Laura Armada advised Gerry on his post Lenten abstention from certain foods and astounded him when revealing she hasn't used deodorant in the last 15 years!! Sian Devine, who is a skilled polygraph reader and lie detector practitioner, revealed a lot about her field of expertise. And Irish Grand National winning trainer Tom Gibney is enjoying his success yesterday at Fairyhouse second time round.

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Late Lunch Thursday March 28th 2024

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:08:44 GMT

Coinciding with their 10th anniversary at the Valley Inn, John and Jackie O'Connell invited us along to join in the celebrations and what a wonderful afternoon it was! John & Jackie reflected on their careers in hospitality and this past decade in Mullary, we caught a word with local & regular Peter Mulholland as well as General Manager Paul Conlon and Head Chef Ian Brennan. Wine expert dropped in with two gorgeous Rioja's from Northern Spain and Gerry paid a visit to his good friend the brilliant organic gardener Nicky Kyle.

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 27th 2024

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 17:04:28 GMT

Trichologist Liam Byrne offered lots of advice on hair loss and scalp matters, Frs Rushe & Akan reflected on the Easter season for Catholics, Fit Kids Fit Teens are representing Ireland at the World Hip Hop Championships in the USA and the price of a pint - will it impact on customers?

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 26th 2024

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 16:31:41 GMT

Paul McGinley, who was in town for the launch of the Irish Legends golf tournament, which will be staged at Seapoint Golf Club in June, talked about his new role as Ambassador for the Legends Tour and more golf matters besides. Gus Martyn has a one in a million chance - quintuplet lambs born to one of his sheep recently! Professor Anne-Marie O'Dwyer joined Gerry to talk about her brilliant new book "The Cancer Guide". Maryanne Dalton guided us through the making of a Simnel Cake - the cake of Easter and Jane Ryder, from the Food Safety Authority of Ireland, encouraged listeners to report unsatisfactory issues they come across when consuming food from any outlet

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Late Lunch Monday March 25th 2024

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 16:05:13 GMT

Dr Eamonn Ansbro feels justified at last as his long-held belief in UFO's becomes mainstream. Chocolatier Tara Gartlan's passion for what she does manifests this time of year in her gorgeous Easter Eggs. Another woman with a real love for what she does is founder of smartnanny,ie Lorraine Andrews. Gerry at long last got along to Adrian Taaffe's legendary house gigs and boy was he impressed. And we were literally (Easter)mugged thanks to listener's!!!!

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Late Lunch Friday March 22nd 2024

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 17:30:30 GMT

Rebecca Palmer is living sustainably, frugally, almost self-sufficiently and is very happy with her lot! Dr Dan McCartney re-emphasised the importance of Vitamin D to good health. Gerry enjoyed a wander through the daffodils in Rosie Maye's wonderful garden. David Sheehan covered off the weekend's sporting action and Jim Gaffigan weighed in with the laughs!

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Late Lunch Thursday March 21st 2024

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 16:02:30 GMT

Jack O'Donovan Tra, from Fair Seas Ireland, told us why we must protect our vast seas for the benefit of all. Sean Wright and students from St Ciaran's Community School in Kells, joined us from Zambia, where they're supporting local school communities. David Branigan, President of Press Photographers Ireland, explained why manipulation of images is completely unacceptable and the Money Doctor John Lowe discussed the cost of separation or divorce.

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 20th 2024

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 17:06:40 GMT

Sarah Carey reacts to Taoiseach Leo Varadker's unexpected resignation. Basket maker Aindriu O'Cearbhail dropped in for a chat and took along some of his wonderful creations. Jennifer De Paola told us why the Finns are the happiest people on Earth! We heard about an apprenticeship expo happening in Trim tomorrow and expat Patrick O'Reilly is also very content living in Scandinavia

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 19th 2024

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 16:13:06 GMT

Sarah Carey on why we still really value motherhood in light of the recent referenda. Louise O'Loughlin on why it's OK to avail of beauty therapies while going through cancer treatment. Tony Conlon was joined by Ray Leddy Head of Marketing & Product with Skoda Ireland, who have partnered with Certa for HVO fuel, the alternative to diesel. And auctioneer Niall Mullen told us why he's brought a very interesting auction to Oldcastle.

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Late Lunch Friday March 15th 2024

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 16:03:00 GMT

Our Louise brought in her treasured collection of cassette tapes and Alex Tadros, from Mars Tapes in Manchester, the last shop selling tapes in the UK, joined us for a chat. Klara McDonnell, who froze her eggs before cancer treatment and is now going through IVF, told her story. Shamrock grower Gearoid O'Neill revealed a sharp decline in sales, as the tradition of wearing it appears to be in decline. David Sheehan looked ahead to a busy weekend's sporting action and our comedy came from the oh so funny Ms Ellie Taylor.

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Late Lunch Thursday March 14th 2024

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 16:05:50 GMT

Dundalk's Harry O'Donoghue wins big at Crufts again with his Wire Fox Terrier! Singer/Songwriter Calum Agnew has that hit song feeling with his new single "Never". Consultant Urologist Ronan Long, was so interesting as he spoke about his medical speciality and Meath County Council biodiversity officer, Ben Malone, explained the Hare's Corner project.

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The Late Lunch Tuesday March 12th 2024

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 12:50:37 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with Deirdre Hurley, we heard from Randal Plunkett, author Zoe Millar, a Duleek school project and much more.

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The Late Lunch, Thursday March 7th, 2024

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 09:14:52 GMT

On today's show, we celebrated World Book Day and Tara Walker was in the kitchen.

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 6th 2024

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 16:27:50 GMT

On National Tree Week, Eanna Ni Lamhna urges Louth and Meath to plant more trees! Maureen Shiels-Fanning spoke about a new book detailing the migration of families from the West of Ireland to Gibbstown in 1937. Dr Kate McCann cautioned moderation in our consumption of food and drink. And Mairead Finnegan is chuffed her Roll It Pastry has been acknowledged by the Irish Food Writers Guild.

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 5th 2024

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 15:52:59 GMT

The man who has eaten more than 30,000 Big Macs in fifty years turns 70 - personal trainer and fitness coach Oisin Mulligan can understand why Don Gorske is in good shape, as Oisin himself takes on a sugar challenge. Alma McClorey is heading to Crufts with her Bernese Mountain Dog called Ruby, referee Emma Dunne told us what it takes to be a good whistler and it being National Tree Week, we had a chat with Paddy Mangan, who is giving away thousands of free trees!

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Late Lunch Monday March 4th 2024

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 16:56:28 GMT

How to claim for pothole damage to your car, 200 years of the RNLI, inspiring TY students, wildlife matters and local oysters win big!

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Late Lunch Friday March 1st 2024

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 16:10:06 GMT

Laura De Barra is simply so tuned in when it comes to buying and caring for the clothes we wear, Irene Gahan knows her books, the virtuoso of vino that's Rick Cronje and David Sheehan is always on the ball when it comes to sport!

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Late Lunch Thursday February 29th 2024

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 16:50:13 GMT

Navan Hospital Orthopaedic Surgeon, Dr Mahmoud Abumarzouq, whose brother was killed in Gaza in recent days, spoke about his loss and the catastrophic situation there. Sharon McManus recalled the birth of her baby Ellie on this day eight years ago and we caught a word with lovely leap year baby Aileen Byrne, who is actually 7 today!!! Mick Hughes will honour all vouchers issued this day, from his restaurant, for the next twenty years and Tara Walker rocked in with her Pea & Lemongrass soup..

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 28th 2024

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 17:19:07 GMT

So many roads in a poor state of repair, potholes abound, damage to motor vehicles, lives lost - it's understandable why people are upset and annoyed. Vet Sinead Kelly took on and answered listeners questions while Joseph and Katie Woods, who received great support from the Irish Cancer Society, encouraged support tor the society's annual Daffodil Day.

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 27th 2024

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 16:57:28 GMT

How to avoid being charged for services online you didn't request or want - Declan Bailey, our IT go to guy, advises. Author Andrea Mara's new book is flying high and one of her previous titles has been optioned for TV in the USA! Teresa Leonard has lost an incredible eight stone and has her diabetes under control too. Almost sixty-nine years married, May Risdale told us the secret of her love for husband Alan.

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Late Lunch Monday February 26th 2024

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 15:55:44 GMT

Still badly shook, Pat Mohan told how he was the victim of a vicious unprovoked attack near his home in Drogheda last evening. Veteran journalist Eamonn Mallie, who was on the frontline of the Troubles in Northern Ireland, is very hopeful for the future. Brigid Reilly supplies and arranges wedding flowers from Fernwood flowers in Oldcastle and Candice Thompson informed us what a local ladies expats group is all about.

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Late Lunch Friday February 23rd 2024

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 16:02:54 GMT

Gillian Rogers told the touching story of her dad Tony who went to Turkey for dental implants and died during the procedure. Orla Byrne is delighted with her fourth guide dog, Barry Quinn, from Meath Fire & Rescue service, offered excellent advice about fire safety in the home and David Sheehan previewed a busy weekend ahead on the sporting front.

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Late Lunch Thursday February 22nd 2024

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 16:09:58 GMT

Irish Daily Mail soccer correspondent Philip Quinn on the prolonged hunt for a new international team manager, the oh so lovely Cathy Kelly about her cancer diagnosis and new book, Eoin Mac Giolla Coda on an ancient ritual at the beehive to mark the passing of a beekeeper, Caroline Smith welcoming news that the UK will recognise to loss of babies before 24 weeks and Tara Walker goes soupy loopy with mushrooms!

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 21st 2024

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 16:50:25 GMT

The wrist watch is back says Stephen Burns from Midas Jewellers and many listeners still love them too! David Gilroy told the beautiful story of a family letter from 1900 that resonates today. Sister Breda Carroll, Prioress at Siena Convent, expressed her gratitude to Drogheda Dolls for their kindness to the sisters and Kevin Mackin from Slane Men's Shed, explained what the lads are building for Meath River Rescue.

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 20th 2024

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 16:06:00 GMT

A restored forty one year old Mini and two Toyota Yaris from 1999 and 2000 all loved by their owners! Celebrant Lorraine McCarthy is now training others through her FuturFaith Ministry, Once Upon a Time Thai Food Truck's Auan O'Neill is chuffed with their national awards and pharmacist Kathy Maher urged vaccination against measles.

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Late Lunch Monday February 19th 2024

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 16:04:58 GMT

Sine Dunne knows all about sleep and how it matters, Mandy Gilsenan is really missing her Kia car, James Redmond is all set for his gruelling desert challenge and the Hop to It national frog survey is underway.

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Late Lunch Friday February 16th 2024

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 15:58:42 GMT

Arthurs in Dundalk is on top of the world after a big lottery win, the foods of yesteryear, Liverpool super fan Daire Gorman co-hosting a big night in Drogheda with John Aldridge, it's snowdrop heaven in Rosie Maye's wonderful garden, David Sheehan on the first night of this year's League of Ireland and comedy from Sindhu Vee.

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Late Lunch Thursday February 15th 2024

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 15:58:16 GMT

In light of the remit of the D Hotel changing, CEO of Development Perspectives Bobby McCormack, offered a calm, rational assessment of the reasons underpinning the years of neglect towards Drogheda. Niall Hatch from Birdwatch Ireland looked ahead to the nesting season, compulsive gambler Pat Sheedy reflected on his addiction and chef Tara Walker rustled up a hearty vegetable soup.

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 14th 2024

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 17:53:55 GMT

Together sixty-two years, married fifty-five and when you listen to Margaret and Brush Shiels you understand why it works! Fathers Rushe and Akan joined us on the coincidence of Ash Wednesday and Valentines, Anne Kelly who was married on this day 45 years had so much to recall and a surprise call to Valentines baby Jack White, who is celebrating his big 60th today, rounded off an afternoon of love!

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 13th 2024

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 16:13:29 GMT

On Shrove Tuesday Roann Byrne and Maryanne Dalton sorted out our pancake making, Patrick Casey, a relation of Francis Ledwidge, has produced the definitive Ledwidge family tree, Tony Conlon reflected on the Volkswagen Golf at 50 and we heard about Clann Mor's One Country One Voice project.

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Late Lunch Monday February 12th 2024

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 16:05:27 GMT

Valentine Anthony O'Flaherty's for hire! Teenager Lena Beale is a well deserved recipient of a Garda Youth Award. Aoife McPartlin, from the Wildlife Rehabilitation Institute, is passionate about our native creatures. And when it comes to children's books illustrations, there's few more accomplished than Brian Fitzgerald!

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Late Lunch Friday February 9th 2024

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 16:04:44 GMT

Niamh Kelly from Re-Turn is happy at the end of the first week of the new recycling scheme. Fiann O'Nuallain has returned to ancient Irish proverbs, to help us deal with the challenges of life today. Dermot Goode knows what's what when it comes to health insurance and David Sheehan always has his finger on the pulse when it comes to sport!

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Late Lunch Thursday February 8th 2024

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 22:03:37 GMT

Pauric White knows what's hot or not when it comes to kitchen equipment, Carmine Rodi Falanga offered plenty of pointers on deciphering fake news, Mary Kenny has her finger on the pulse when it comes to the Royal Family and Alan Bradley's new documentary on stalking is well worth checking out.

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 7th 2024

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 17:25:53 GMT

Veteran journalist Paul Murphy turns eighty, children's entertainer Kyle Riley is simply a force of nature, Dr Kate McCann on doing what's required to mitigate against cancer and what goes on under Fiona Coyne's thatched roof.

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 6th 2024

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 16:41:00 GMT

Former chief prison officer John Tobin believes to legalise cannabis is a big mistake. Declan Bailey says it's up to each and every one of us to be internet safe and he offered lots of advice on the matter. Roisin Doherty and Elaine Whelan recalled the untimely passing of Noel Farrell because of sudden and unexplained cardiac failure and why we should all be aware of our family health history. Remembering former Taoiseach and Meath TD John Bruton, who passed away today, with an extract from an interview John did with us on Late Lunch back in December 2015.

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Late Lunch Friday February 2nd 2024

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 16:06:29 GMT

Legendary Meath ladies captain Niamh O'Sullivan, who announced her retirement from inter-county fare recently, reflected on an outstanding career. Volunteers; Mary Lou Murray, Ann Shortt and Tommy Burns told Gerry why they give of their time for free. Carmel McCarthy and Sinead Kavanagh mulled over a number of topical matters. David Sheehan previewed a busy weekend's sporting action and we also enjoyed a good old laugh courtesy of John Bishop and Wanda Sykes.

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Late Lunch Thursday February 1st 2024

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 16:11:33 GMT

Sarah Carey is well prepared for the next electricity outage but so many, who totally depend on power, aren't as the recent storms proved. Chloe Kelly and John Heeney are part of a fantastic project involving young people on Drogheda's southside. Frank Greaney gave us a taster of his podcast series about the still unsolved murder of Una Lynskey more than fifty years ago. And on the first day of the new month, we rounded off matters with organic gardening expert Nicky Kyle

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 31st 2024

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 18:00:50 GMT

Liz Dunphy reflected on one of the most shocking and sad tragedies to ever happen in Ireland, the death of fifteen year-old Ann Lovett and her baby boy in Granard, forty years ago today. Our Irish-American friend John Shanahan back in the Northeast on a visit, had lots of interesting things to say about matters local, national and international. Mary McCarthy questions the rising cost of clothing in charity shops, Suzie Cahn told us about the Shifting Tides project in Carlingford Lough and Lynette McEneaney's JanuHairy moment came out tops as she scooped the €1,000 prize!

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 30th 2024

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 16:46:18 GMT

Martin O'Halloran was fulsome in his praise for staff at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda following a recent stay. Foster carer Orla Crilly loves and is loved by the many children she has cared for, Geraldine Melia told us about her JanuHairy moment, we gave a spin to another 2 on Toosday and we had more about and from our Artist of the Week Miley Cyrus.

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Late Lunch Monday January 29th 2024

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 16:26:43 GMT

Our Eurovision entry had Late Lunch listeners animated to say the least! Drogheda native, Patrick O'Reilly, who is now firmly domiciled in Malmo, contrasted driving in Sweden with ourselves back home. Dundalk based undertaker Gerard Quinn warned of a scam around viewing online requiem ceremonies, Dolores Whelan's wise words resonates St Brigid's teachings and Caitlin Ruth's new book called Funky, about fermentation, enthused foodie Gerry!

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Late Lunch Friday January 26th 2024

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 16:02:11 GMT

What a man is Johnny Ward who has visited every country in the world, even North Korea, as he covered lots of ground with Gerry in a most interesting conversation! Fair play to Jason Collins who sorted out TV subtitles, for his folks and many others, with Virgin media and RTE. Irene Gahan from Academy Books brought us some wonderful reading recommendations, Rick Cronje compared red and yes white Malbec from Argentina, David Sheehan got busy with his sports preview and we heard yet another Hairy Moment as well as comedy from Gavin & Stacey.

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Late Lunch Thursday January 25th 2024

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 15:51:27 GMT

A Louth GAA club caught up in a tarmac scam, Laura Armada on hydration and sleep, Jack Kavanagh is forging ahead with his life and Joseph Quinn urgently needs homes for his rescue horses and ponies.

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 24th 2024

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 16:20:28 GMT

Rachel Finnegan recounted her nightmare flight into Dublin during the early stages of storm Isha. Meath All Star Ger Doherty has much to look forward to in the year ahead. Navan Travel's Uwalk business is up for a national award and June Smith told us her JanuHairy story...

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 23rd 2024

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 16:20:51 GMT

Navan woman Meabh McMahon is at the heart of political matters with Euronews in Brussels. Nessa Cronin, through her stylesolutions, will do the work for women when it comes to buying the right fit, style and size of clothes. Emma Walker had us transfixed as she spoke about the grief experienced following her miscarriages. And Joanne Browne brought us her JanuHairy moment...

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Late Lunch Monday January 22nd 2024

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 16:08:23 GMT

Aimee Campbell isn't looking for much, yet ten hours assistance in a week, over five days appears impossible? Integrative health practitioner Noeleen Malone believes we all have what its takes within us to live a healthy life. Vet Sinead Kelly took on and answered listeners questions, Lisa Cummins told her Januhairy story and we heard about the thirty-two year old voucher presented and honoured by House of Murphy in Dundalk!

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Late Lunch Friday January 19th 2024

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 16:11:59 GMT

Sean Curry's twenty-five year old voucher is honoured by Best Menswear! Some achievement, as dual player Mickey Burke surpasses the 200 mark in appearances for Meath. Jason Collins highlighted a problem with subtitles on Virgin media, David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action and Roni McArdle told us her truly embarrassing JanuHairy moment!

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Late Lunch Thursday January 18th 2024

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 15:56:48 GMT

Seamus Brett told of a close call he experienced while driving recently, Peter Moore's JanuHairy moment made us laugh a lot, Laura Armada spoke about her go to five supplements, Paralympian Ellen Keane was a breath of fresh air and Annie Bradley appealed for a kidney donation on behalf of her husband Philip.

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 17th 2024

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 16:49:03 GMT

Darts prodigy Charlie O'Connor and his uncle Damien popped in for a chat. Masters athlete Shane Healy is defying all the odds setting new world records galore. Betty Carder's love of the Irish language, meditation and artwork all come together in her new book which Gerry absolutely loves! Pharmacist Kathy Maher on why it's so important to have your blood pressure checked and a great JanuHairy story from Lynette...

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 16th 2024

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 17:09:05 GMT

Caz Mooney is feeding a main meal to her family of five for a fiver! The Money Doctor John Lowe outlined his five steps to financial stability for one and all. Veteran crooner Tony Christie is doing really well living with dementia and we heard about a listener's JanuHairy moment!

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Late Lunch Monday January 15th 2024

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 16:22:58 GMT

Shane Martin got us in the mood this Monday, never a dull moment with Gerry or Louise today or any day, Iris Kavanagh from Pennypop marketing knows her stuff and Lynn Harvey is bringing her Mermaids to Meath!

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Late Lunch Friday January 12th 2024

Sun, 14 Jan 2024 10:32:42 GMT

Mary Smith, who lost her daughter and grandchild in a tragic road accident seven years ago, appealed to motorists to slow down. Darragh McCullough from Elmgrove Farm was broken into but the show goes on with his first pick of daffodils on Saturday. Damien Hannigan from the Irish Deer Commission has reservations about the proposed deer cull. Dr Roger Yates explained that there's a broader philosophy to veganuary, David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action and Joe Lycett delivered the laughs in is own inimitable way!

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Late Lunch Thursday January 11th 2024

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 15:57:53 GMT

Holiday & Travel specialist Sandra Finegan offered lots of advice on family holidays for the year ahead. TikTok star Helen Drumm, of Sound Quality Gifts and from Monaghan, Ireland electrified the mood. Laura Armada from Lab Fitness and the Juice Works pulled no punches as she explained how the food we eat is the root cause of bad health. And Aodh McDonnell told us about his pet Robin and his wife who visit his home every day.

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 10th 2024

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 15:56:52 GMT

You better believe it, yes it's Dr Margaret Bonass Madden! Our physician, Dr Kate McCann, offered lots of practical advice on making the new year a healthier one for all. Sisters Kelly Francis and Solanus, of the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal and from St Anthony's convent in Drogheda, shared a fascinating insight into their faith and daily lives. While Ronan Collins rounded off proceedings as his Showband Show returns to the Northeast.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 9th 2024

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 17:22:51 GMT

Mr Jingles the mouse is a TikTok sensation! John Shanahan from an American perspective, motoring with Tony Conlon and a catch-up with tenor Gavan Ring.

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Late Lunch Monday January 8th 2024

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 15:53:48 GMT

Suzy Byrne's book about the letters her dad Gay received on his legendary radio show received Gerry's strongest endorsement. Addiction support worker with the Red Door Project, Ger Curran, outlined the implications of cocaine addiction and how her group are trying to reach out to those who are addicted. Tommy Fleming popped in for a chat and a song and was joined by his wife Tina who also manages his career. While Colin O'Brien is so excited with his investment secured in the Dragon's Den from entrepreneur and businessman Touker Suleyman.

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Late Lunch Friday January 5th 2024

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 16:13:56 GMT

It's our 15th Birthday today! Anna McKenna and Nicky Smith who were guests on that first show on January 5th 2009 returned for a catch-up. Deirdre Hurley the original Producer of Late Lunch was back to reflect on what's happened professionally and personally in fifteen years. We heard about a modern twist on Nollaig na mBan, David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action and we enjoyed a comedy classic from D'Unbelieveables!

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Late Lunch Thursday January 4th 2024

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 16:13:50 GMT

Brendan Lynch is all set for the London marathon where he's raising funds for young wheelchair users, Paddy Mangan is giving away a quarter of a million trees, Laura Armada firmly believes Movement is Medicine and Bernard O'Byrne outlined the steps towards establishing a League of Ireland soccer club in Meath.

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 3rd 2024

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 15:58:26 GMT

Lynette McEneaney is making up for lost time as she travels the world with Rory's Travel Club. The Meath Food Bank is no more because of a number of reasons as founder Ashling Lowe explained. Sharon Murphy's reiki and energy healing is helping deal with anxiety & stress levels and more besides. While Bohermeen Community Centre is in need of a revamp.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 2nd 2024

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 16:12:43 GMT

Robbie Emmett from Meath is the proud dad of the first baby born in Ireland this year! Niki Bowman has Christmas packed away already? Ciara Conlon's Lifeflow Planner is a must if you wish to set and achieve your working life goals and aspirations. Pharmacist Kathy Maher advised on the RSV virus which is rampant at the moment. And its JanuHairy on Late Lunch with €1,000 up for grabs for a listener with the best life Hairy Moment story.....

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Late Lunch Friday December 22nd 2023

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 16:51:09 GMT

Brussels Sprouts by the ton from Finnegan's Farm and we're getting to love them! Lizzie Doran on life in Australia at Christmas, Irene Gahan from Academy Books selected her books of the year and we so enjoyed the chat, poetry and singing of Eabha Flynn and Cormac Ferriter.

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Late Lunch Thursday January 21st 2023

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 18:09:20 GMT

We said a Christmas hello to our good friend F Michael Cusack who is now stationed in Luxembourg. Rick Cronje brought us his recommendations on wines for the Christmas table, Tara Walker covered off cooking the traditional Christmas turkey dinner and Gerry was delighted to catch a word with our very own Maggie Maguire who loves Christmas so much, she has had the tree in her office decorated and illuminated seasonally all year!!!!

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Late Lunch Wednesday December 20th 2023

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 19:36:30 GMT

Alan Fisher is loving life in Japan and their unusual way of marking Christmas! Our Women with Opinions; Collette Nugent, Carmel McCarthy and Ciara Burke reflected on the year past, the challenges they face in Ireland today, their earliest Christmas memories and collectively selected Gail Fitzsimons Christmas Pudding as the Best in the Northeast this year. Solstice today, tomorrow or Friday? Anthony Murphy from Mythical Ireland brought clarity to the matter.

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Late Lunch Tuesday December 19th 2023

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 18:09:13 GMT

The children from Mornington Vocal Academy brought us some festive cheer with their rendition of some Christmas classics. Our Christmas call abroad today was to our good friend in New York Nigel McKenna. Fr Paddy Rushe brought a sense of calm, peace, reality and practical spirituality to bear on the festive season. While Ciara Carroll has had her fill of gingerbread men and why wouldn't she after making 740 of them!!

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Late Lunch Monday December 18th 2023

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 16:10:16 GMT

Local tenor Sean Tester makes his international operatic debut in Switzerland, Tommy O'Rourke is right at home in Italy for Christmas and the Reverend Philip McKinley told of his support for Christian Aid this festive season.

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Late Lunch Friday December 15th 2023

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 16:00:40 GMT

Love is in the air this Christmas, in the real world and face to face but there are some rules of engagement as Matchmaker Sharon Kenny explained. Gerry paid his final visit of the year to Rosie Maye's wonderful garden, David Sheehan reflected on his time presenting Sunday Sport ahead of his final show at the weekend and Rose O'Reilly encouraged her grandson Bowden to send a Christmas Card he made himself from North Carolina to Gerry!

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Late Lunch Thursday December 14th 2023

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 16:07:12 GMT

Brendan Kilkenny, a life-long extrovert, descended into loneliness but is back in the game now and wants to help others who are feeling alone. What a talent he is - acclaimed graphic artist OMIN dropped by for a chat as his first solo exhibition continues in Dundalk. Tara Walker mulled the wine and rustled up some wonderful mince pies and Miss Eabha Flynn told us why she just loves Christmas!

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Late Lunch Wednesday December 13th 2023

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 18:50:36 GMT

Declan Bailey suggested some fantastic ideas in technology gifts for Christmas, beekeeper Eoghan Mac Giolla Coda warned against gifting bees of unknown origin, Tony Conlon named his car of the year, assessed recent test drives and reflected on where motoring is going into the future while Ally Bunbury is on a winner in The Love Department in Gerry's book!

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Late Lunch Tuesday December 12th 2023

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 19:02:47 GMT

Still no COP on in Dubai, however, Professor John Sweeney, on the ground, remained hopeful. The craic was mighty with the boys from Mo Chara in Dundalk as they launch their own brew. A tribute to the late great Paddy Callan from Mickey Rooney and renowned violinist Vladimir Jablokev was delighted to be described as the Irish Andre Rieu by Gerry!

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Late Lunch Monday December 11th 2023

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 17:15:57 GMT

Caitrin Kincaid was inundated with orders for her Cube Fun toy after it was featured on the Toy Show, however, deliveries to customers turned out to be far from fun as she explained. Sarah Carey and Gerry talked rubbish in the best possible sense as a deluge of packaging heads our way this Christmas season. What a fine young woman Aoibheann Ni Fhearraigh is, as she negotiates her way round Europe and anorexia. And Nicky Kyle had lots of suggestions for the gardener in your life this Christmas.

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Late Lunch Friday December 8th 2023

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 16:20:14 GMT

The Worst Christmas Number 1 Ever? By a Mile Mr Blobby! Sourdough maker and teacher Chris Brownlow told of the incredible ease and properties of making your own. Niamh Kelly explained the modus operandi of the new Re-turn scheme for plastic bottles and cans. Shappi Khorsandi delivered the laughs and David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday December 7th 2023

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 16:08:00 GMT

Michael Gallagher is tash-less for the first time in 50 years! Sarah Rushe from Barnardos shed new light on the issue of coercive control and children. Jacinta Walsh and Trish Flood highlighted the work of the support network for children with additional needs in Louth & Meath and Sinead Burke cast her gaze upon our Guardians of the Peace

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Late Lunch Wednesday December 6th 2023

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 19:07:29 GMT

What nostalgia as Joan Powell recalled her dad and mam's shop, Roberts of Flower Hill Navan! Cillian O'Connor weaved his magic once more, reflected on a wonderful year and looked forward to more fantastic times in 2024. Dr Kate McCann advised on taking it handy on the drink & food fronts during the festive season and maths ace Joe McCormack believes we've come a long way but with more to do with all students.

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Late Lunch Tuesday December 5th 2023

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 16:20:18 GMT

Ben Greene reflects on 65 years of his family's travel agent business, Tom Keogh talked seasonal crisps and more, Sinead Kelly answered a range of veterinary questions and Deirdre Caulfield's career change is taking off!

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Late Lunch Monday December 4th 2023

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 19:00:31 GMT

Alan Fox is well on the way to replacing peat with his renewable Willow Warm briquettes. Retiring Meath Road Safety Officer Mick Finnegan has achieved much on his watch as he reflected on his time at the helm. Pat Smyth has committed his experience of playing all 322 eighteen hole golf courses in Ireland to print and we heard how AI technology has enabled musician Tommie Reilly to release new music.

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Late Lunch Friday December 1st 2023

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 16:08:52 GMT

Gerry so looks forward to Neil Delamere dropping in for a chat, as he never fails to entertain! Ann McVeigh was on hand to launch our annual Best Christmas Pudding in the Northeast competition. Locals explained why Skerries has been named as one of the best places to live in the world! David Sheehan covered off sport and Frankie Boyle brought us our comedy!

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Late Lunch Thursday November 30th 2023

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 15:56:08 GMT

Adrian Hillman from St Margaret's Celtic Supporters Club described the chaotic scenes in Rome ahead of, during and after Celtic's Champions League clash with Lazio on Tuesday evening. Gerry really enjoyed his annual chat with Paddy Prendiville, long-time editor of Phoenix magazine. Kim Fitzgerald knows how to be organised for Christmas, Paddy Goodwin paid tribute to Shane McGowan who passed away earlier today and Joy Murray is well prepared for tonight's equine census!

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 29th 2023

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 17:29:22 GMT

More than time to COP ourselves on says Development Perspectives CEO Bobby McCormack. Polymer scientist Alicia Chrysostomou's new book about plastics, offers lots of food for thought. Priscilla Grainger told us how she eventually escaped a controlling and violent marriage and Breanna Johnston was in awe of Katie Taylor when they met recently!

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 28th 2023

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 16:04:40 GMT

Board with Drogheda is a games club who get together fortnightly, local potato growers have a lot to contend with, the annual garden bird survey has launched and Sinead Burke's perspective on the teenage years!

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Late Lunch Monday November 27th 2023

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 16:16:50 GMT

Crime journalist Nicola Tallant knows the story about the emergence of cocaine in Ireland and its progression to epidemic proportions today. We heard about a scam involving An Post, the push to restore Tullyallen Hall from Ann Carolan and Shelagh National School's potentially very rewarding fundraiser. And Gerry wants the children of the Northeast to make a Christmas Card and send it to him...

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Late Lunch Friday November 24th 2023

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 16:28:12 GMT

Ryan Tubridy is looking forward to his new weekend show on LMFM in the New Year. Paul Egan witnessed the disorder in Dublin first hand last evening. Irene Gahan recommended the reads, Rick Cronje compared a pair of cracking red wines, David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend in sport and we enjoyed a laugh with John Bishop!

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Late Lunch Thursday November 23rd 2023

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 18:21:22 GMT

In an honest, emotional and moving conversation, Lisa and Shannon Morgan told the harrowing story of the callous murder of their sister Denise in New York by her ex boyfriend, who then shot himself. Aonghus McAnally is bringing his wonderful tribute to Christy Hennessy to the TLT Theatre in Drogheda next week and he had all of us in bits as he sang "Remember Me" the song Christy wrote shortly before he passed away. Grainne Fox explained how her Facebook identity was hacked back in September and how parent company Meta have been utterly useless in resolving the matter. Solene Schirrer outlined how recycling of clothing is a farce in Ireland and what needs doing to put matters right.

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 22nd 2023

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 18:31:39 GMT

FOMO, the fear of missing out, is consuming too many, Jade Lawless says we need to drop fear for joy and embrace JOMO! Dermot Manning reflected on the assassination of US President John F Kennedy sixty years ago today. M&S Fashion Consultant Lisa Smith sorted out what to wear for Christmas Party season and we found out all about Lily Who!

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 21st 2023

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 19:49:22 GMT

How difficult could it be to unwrap a Chupa Chup lollipop? A dawdle for Gerry not so for our Louise! John McSharry's 1991 army endurance record prevails to this day. Fashion designer Rachel Maguire aka Rashhiiid really did hit a sweet spot with Gerry. And the work of Bettystown Tidy Towns receives its just reward.

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Late Lunch Monday November 20th 2023

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 16:00:38 GMT

No way would Julie O'Donoghue ever countenance fining parents for noisy children in her cafe or any restaurant. Sleep expert Lucy Wolfe spoke about the importance of good sleep in the teenage years. Tom Wright told the story of how he came up with his Cultec carbon-fibre hurling sticks and Alan Bradley's new documentary sensitively reveals the story of one young boy and the high level of suicide in the travelling community.

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Late Lunch Friday November 17th 2023

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 16:49:40 GMT

Classified Records Neil Watters is definitive about that "Lovely Day", Marie Cassidy is on the money with her first novel, Susi Lodola believes binge and over eating should be classed as an addiction, saxophonist Robert Finegan launches his ne EP with a difference and David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday November 16th 2023

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 16:24:41 GMT

Our Show today came live from our sponsors Blackstone Motors showrooms in Drogheda, where we met new Louth senior football manager Ger Brennan. Our motoring correspondent Tony Conlon was with us as were; new Louth Ladies manager Paul Hanlon, his assistant Alan Page and county star Niamh Rice. We also heard all about Blackstone's range of new Renault, Dacia and Opel models as well as their complement of warranty backed used vehicles.

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 15th 2023

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 19:03:31 GMT

Phil Coulter on the road again and in fine fettle, Eileen Smith's passion for aromatherapy, Sadhbh O'Neill explained the disingenuity of greenwashing and Jesse James Stewart is a most entrepreneurial young man!

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 14th 2023

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 17:06:22 GMT

When a power cut happens how safe are foodstuffs in fridge and freezer? Providing palliative care for pets, living well with scoliosis and remembering Johnny Fean.

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Late Lunch Monday November 13th 2023

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 16:12:56 GMT

Debi a "storm in a teacup" according to Professor John Sweeney! What a listen to two incredible mothers, Lesley Richards and Aoife Murphy, whose children Alana and Zach, survived against the odds and are thriving today. While Kevin Halpenny and Yemi Adenuga have both been recognised internationally in their particular fields where they've excelled.

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Late Lunch Friday November 10th 2023

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 20:58:06 GMT

Australian Rules star Conor Nash is close to home in Meath but content in Melbourne, Sinead Canney's house swap concept is canny, Dermot Higgin's Yukon adventure brought many unforgettable moments, David Sheehan had slim pickings sport wise today and we turned to the late Joan Rivers for our comedy on Friday!

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Late Lunch Show Thursday, November 9th, 2023

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 17:26:54 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with Deirdre Hurley, we talked to a Dundalk native chef who has broken two world cooking records in Japan. We chatted about grief, how a mam of children with autism became a barrister to help others, life-altering surgery in Turkey for a Meath woman and ....how Navan might have a new anthem.

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 8th, 2023

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 16:47:09 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with guest presenter Deirdre Hurley, two former garda sergeants told us why they have no regrets on leaving the force, the history of furniture and carpets in Navan is expertly told in a new book, students from a Drogheda school are off to Africa and a locally-based artist on why he believes stigma needs to be removed from mental health issues.

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 7th 2023

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 16:01:45 GMT

Journalist Sarah Carey, donning her new power suit, put the woes of the world in context, Dr Kate McCann advised on men minding their health, Darina Allen promised to make a soda bread for Gerry and we heard more from Trivela the new owners of Drogheda United Football Club.

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Late Lunch Monday November 6th 2023

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 16:21:32 GMT

Former FIFA referee Errol Sweeney offered his take on the recent VAR controversies, singer Mary Duff popped in for a chat ahead of the LMFM Country concert tonight, Bobby Wain Chairman of Dundalk Dog Rescue told the shocking story of the abandoned dog, Gerry obviously loves Alice Taylor's 31st book and we heard Simon O'Croinin's bees are safe, sound and warm for winter!

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Late Lunch Friday November 3rd 2023

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 16:06:09 GMT

Being one of his biggest fans saw Gerry and Ricky Tomlinson have a lovely chat. The conversation flowed too with Daniel O'Donnell, a winter walk through Rosie Maye's wonderful garden was just the tonic, David Sheehan's sporting preview and comedy from who else but the Royle Family!

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Late Lunch Thursday November 2nd 2023

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 15:55:52 GMT

The many talented Martin Maguire has returned to art and boy can he paint! Colette Nugent is leaving her beloved Market Bar with a smile and some tears. Tommy Conlon has co-authored a new book about the kidnapping of Don Tidey and counsellor Rhoda Smith dealt with loss and grief today.

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 1st 2023

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 18:43:09 GMT

Almost a year on, from what became Radio Moment of the Year at the 2023 IMRO Radio Awards, Patrice Matthews and Sandra Byrne returned to Late Lunch to reflect on what happened subsequently and the ongoing work of Suicide Awareness For Everyone (SAFE), the charity established in the aftermath of the deaths of Patrice's boys PJ and Mikey. Red Hurley, who is still belting out those magical big ballads, popped in for a catch-up and boy was he in great form! Sandra Higgins from Go Vegan World had some telling points to make on World Vegan Day and Darragh McCullough took Gerry on a tour of a very green farming project.

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 31st 2023

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 16:12:32 GMT

Would you believe it but the spirit of Halloween, "Tlachtga", joined us from the home of the festival Athboy! Gerry and Louise took a trip to Farmaphobia, the scare capital of Ireland and it didn't disappoint. Our Women with Opinions; Carmel, Sinead and Ciara morphed into Witches for the day that was in it and Gerry loves Judy Moriarty's delightful children's book "Penny Phelan's Magical Oiche Shamhna".

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Late Lunch Friday October 27th 2023

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 15:22:13 GMT

The Queen of Halloween Dr Sarah Cleary spoke of her love of horror in the best possible sense! Irene Gahan brought us her reading recommendations, Rick Cronje is determined to bring the Semillon grape and wine back into vogue, David Sheehan previewed soccer & rugby while Ellie Taylor saw the funny side of being childless.

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Late Lunch Thursday October 26th 2023

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 16:05:19 GMT

On today's show, Gerry asked journalist Colm Keys if legislation is now needed to stem the abuse of referees in GAA. Sinead Crowther recalled a remarkable tale which led her to establish a multi-million euro business and Olivia Duff and Michael Finnegan herald a forthcoming food extravaganza.

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 25th 2023

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 16:44:41 GMT

Sine Dunne believes the clock changing has an adverse effect on our sleep, Ricky Gerrard has delivered not one but two new books, Sinead Kelly brought us her regular veterinary feature and Declan Bailey reminded us why we simply must change our passwords regularly!

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 24th 2024

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 16:19:27 GMT

Wintertime imminent - do you change your clocks that still need changing? A Drogheda couple's home to feature on the Salvage Squad on Virgin TV, Tony Conlon's picks for the Irish Car of the Year and Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital staff are Pretty in Pink, as they raise funds for breast cancer care and research.

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Late Lunch Monday October 23rd 2023

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 15:44:12 GMT

Cecily Gilligan has the cure for everything, a dog show supporting people living with cystic fibrosis, incredibly David Gilna survived a lightening hit and Fran Whearty explained that Lottery draw hitch..

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Late Lunch Friday October 20th 2023

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 15:01:19 GMT

Jenny Moran saw off the trolls and regained her confidence, Aoife Kealy from Met Eireann promised a better weekend, Liz Caplin will sort out your fears & phobias, Adam & Evan Keenan are brothers in arms but not on Sunday and the wheelchair accessible swing in Navan will be accessible next week!

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Late Lunch Thursday October 19th 2023

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 16:44:16 GMT

Dr Ciaran Kissane, Director of Irish Film Classification, is a former staff member at LMFM, Bill Byrne's life has been turned on its head by Lyme disease, the Drogheda Motor Show is back, Darragh McCullough has added free range hens to his farming portfolio and counsellor Rhoda Smith dealt with OCD today.

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 18th 2023

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 17:43:23 GMT

It's hard to keep a good woman down - Niamh Sherwin Barry is back in the game with her Irish Fairy Door Company! Rachel Graham, who specialises in nutrition and the menopause, answered many questions today. Siobhan O'Neill-White had lots of suggestions about things to do and check out over the mid-term break and Halloween. Patrick Gaughran and James Comaskey have come up with a nifty idea - a shirt for all GAA fans.

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 17th 2023

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 16:46:07 GMT

What a beautiful conversation Gerry enjoyed with the wonderful Terry Prone about her most touching memoir and her late husband Tom Savage. You'll understand why Amy Moynagh will do Louth proud at the forthcoming Miss Ireland competition. Food Hero Maria Flynn's all new Ballymakenny Farm red potato salad is brewing up a storm and her brand new crisps are on the way! Travelling to the Middle East and Holy Land needs careful consideration as Martin Skelly explained...

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Late Lunch Monday October 16th 2023

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 16:55:39 GMT

Dr Ahmed Mahmoud, who lives in Navan, described the plight of his family in Gaza as Israel prepares to invade. Charlene Mathieson is the woman behind saying Yes to the Feckin Dress! Justine McCarthy's new book received a massive thumbs up from Gerry and Millie Burke is so disappointed to be saying goodbye to the Rugby World Cup. Oh and yes Purple Snacks Rule OK!!

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Late Lunch Friday, October 13th, 2023

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 16:04:21 GMT

On today's show, Gerry was out and about in Tirlan in Athboy where there was comedy, song, sport, gardening and the TV theme tune.

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Late Lunch Thursday October 12th 2023

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:10:33 GMT

Chocolatier Tara Gartlan brought us her absolutely gorgeous gluten free chocolates, Dave Robinson has revamped his Dunshaughlin business again, Conor Hoey spoke to us about the imminent takeover of Drogheda United by US based Trivela Group and Slane based counsellor Rhoda Smith dealt with anxiety in her second feature on mental health.

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 11th 2023

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 14:57:23 GMT

Gail McEvoy brought us her now annual budget analysis in what she described as a budget with "something for everyone in the audience"! Carole O'Connor, formerly McAllister from Drogheda, is so excited to have Rebecca Storm join her in the new musical "Letters from the Front". Dr Kate McCann advised on getting our health winter ready, SJ McArdle takes his new album & Port project on tour and it's shoes on always for Gerry anywhere he's invited?

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 10th 2023

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 15:10:45 GMT

Mary McGivern told her lovely life story which took her from Ardee to London and onto Melbourne. Patrick Joseph, who has turned his life round thanks to Wim Hof, is adapting and adopting it to help others. On World Mental Health Day, Ann Marie Beggs, a dyslexia support advocate, covered it off and told why she believes there's a mental health crisis among teenagers. While we heard about opportunities to learn and re-skill in the IT industry.

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Late Lunch Monday October 9th 2023

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 16:31:00 GMT

Our feature "Losing My Boys to Suicide" won Radio Moment of the Year at the annual IMRO Awards night in Kilkenny on Friday and today Gerry expressed his gratitude to many and dedicated the award to PJ, Mikey and their mother Patrice who told their story to Gerry on Late Lunch. We also had a listen back to the most powerful moment on Radio in Ireland in the last year. Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital are looking for more Meet and Greet volunteers, Caroline Duffy and Miriam Simon really sold us on Women's Enterprise Day and childcare expert and abuse survivor, Shane Dunphy, welcomed the Reckoning a four-part series on Jimmy Savile which begins tonight on BBC1

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Late Lunch Friday October 6th 2023

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 15:59:52 GMT

Why Botox in the right hands means an assured outcome, Sinead Burke's Real Girl Power, a little black box and road safety, sound advice from organic gardener Nicky Kyle, David Sheehan's views on the weekend's sporting action, St Gerard's Novena returns and Phil Jupitus is an anxious dad!

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Late Lunch Thursday October 5th 2023

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 15:10:55 GMT

Laura Armada told the wonderful story of her wedding, which was planned at short notice, didn't cost a fortune and saved big time on stress! Michael O'Connor owns, shows and adjudicates on pit bull dogs and believes they get bad press because of misguided owners and lack of regulation. Dermot McElroy sorted out our energy efficient homes for the future and with a focus on mental health this month in mind, counsellor Rhoda Smith began a four-part series with us, starting with a look at depression...

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 4th 2023

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 16:27:07 GMT

Journalist Mary Kenny on mental health in the context of when it might not be "good to talk"? Arachnologist Myles Nolan allayed our fear of spiders, Catherine O'Keeffe is simply brilliant on the menopause her specialised subject and how the Kilfenora Ceile Band is adapting its style and repertoire.

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 3rd 2024

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 17:56:30 GMT

Drogheda Garda District Superintendent Andrew Watters explained the new "Say Something" text service, Horse Trainer Pat Downey opened up about what happens in his yard, Pharmacist Kathy Maher welcomed free contraception and on getting vaccinated while Leia Duffy appealed for the return of her brother Mark who has been missing for a year.

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Late Lunch Monday October 2nd 2023

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 15:21:27 GMT

Elizabeth Oakes is offering us an eco-friendly, watery send off from this life, veterinarian Pete Wedderburn believes banning certain dog breeds won't work, Money Doctor John Lowe covered off savings & pensions and Gerry enjoyed a catch-up with in-demand singer Michael English...

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Late Lunch Friday September 29th 2023

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 15:14:27 GMT

Fred Cooke's doing a "Three Night Stand" but does Julie know? Anthony Murphy warmly welcomes the new Boyne Valley National Park. Nicola Cassidy reviewed some wonderful books, Rick Cronje compared the Albarino grape and wines grown in Spain and Portugal, David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action as the Bundy's brought us our Comedy on Friday!

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Late Lunch Thursday September 28th 2023

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 15:13:57 GMT

The inimitable Francis Brennan is looking forward to a new decade in his life, women and their hearts needing greater care, a Meath couple producing lovely olive oil in Spain and Harry Taaffe remembered through a new mental health funding project.

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Late Lunch Wednesday September 27th 2023

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 18:24:48 GMT

Professor Niall Moyna offered lots of sound advice on improving the nations health, Patrick Kirk is living proof that it's never too late to take up self-defence, Una O'Hagan and her late husband Colm Keane have published an intriguing story about the notorious Monsignor Thomas John Capel and Padraig Bennett is a young man making his way in the world of Jazz.

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Late Lunch Tuesday September 26th 2023

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 17:02:08 GMT

A book full of nostalgia about our famed gift of the gab from Kunak McGann, famed mycophagist Bill O'Dea on the do's and don'ts of foraging, Maria clamped in the wrong and winning her case at the small claims court and a new push on minding mental health in the travelling community.

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Late Lunch Monday September 25th 2023

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 18:56:39 GMT

Olga Skoryk, whose husband Vitaliy gave his life for Ukraine, told her story which is captured in an exhibition at the Droichead Arts Centre curated by photographer Karen Smith. IVF for cattle? Yes! And it has worked the oracle for local farmer Shay Sheridan. Cyber Psychologist Ruth Guest had loots of advice for parents around online safety and cyber bullying while Jaki McCarrick's Belfast Girls returns to New York.

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The Late Lunch, Friday, September 22nd, 2023

Sat, 23 Sep 2023 13:08:42 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with Barbara Scully, we heard from Al Porter, author Sinead Moriarty and exactly what is Wild About Navan?

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Al Porter in conversation with Barbara Scully

Sat, 23 Sep 2023 12:51:17 GMT

Comedian Al Porter chats with Barbara Scully on coming back to stand-up again.

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The Late Lunch, Thursday 21st September 2023

Sat, 23 Sep 2023 12:40:51 GMT

On today's show with Barbara Scully, we talked about the importance of our seas, parenting issues, dog hero awards and much more.

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Late Lunch, Wednesday 20th September 2023

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 15:38:44 GMT

On today's show with guest presenter Barbara Scully, we chatted about foraging, a new platform for actors, a public garden in Oldcastle and why women always undervalue themselves!

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Late Lunch Tuesday, September 19th, 2023

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 18:56:40 GMT

On today's show with Barbara Scully, we talked to the Hike Psych and the Sober Fish as well as discussing Childism and did you know Newgrange was effectively the oldest watch in the world! Who knew!

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Late Lunch, Monday September 18th, 2023

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 08:36:41 GMT

On today's show with Barbara Scully, journalist Sarah Carey gives her take on the latest news, a deaf cat is reunited with her owner after a making a few car trips and we hear about the benefits of sour dough bread!

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Financial expert Michael Dowling gives advice on just how you can make the dream of owning your own home a reality

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 08:31:44 GMT

Financial expert Michael Dowling on various options to how you can make the dream of owning your own home a reality

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Late Lunch Friday 15th September 2023

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 08:26:44 GMT

On today's show with Orlaith Carmody, we hear advice on getting your first home, comedy, sport, Toastmasters and Nordic walking

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Women in Election #morewomen

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 12:21:42 GMT

Presenter Orlaith Carmody interviews Flor McCarthy, head of training for Women for Elections on why more women should enter politics.

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Women for Election #morewomen

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 12:17:59 GMT

Presenter Orlaith Carmody interviews Flor McCarthy, head of training for Women for Elections on why more women should enter politics.

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Late Lunch Thursday September 14th, 2023

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 18:22:22 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with Orlaith Carmody, we chatted to a former footballer who is encouraging everyone to abstain from alcohol for just 28 days, Flor McCarthy is urging more women to think about running for election and mother and son are losing the pounds together.

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Late Lunch Wednesday, September 13th, 2023

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 17:43:08 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with guest presenter Orlaith Carmody, we talked to a parent on the dangers of scrambler bikes after his young son was hit by one, Apple has launched new products and would you put snail slime on your face?

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The Late Lunch, Tuesday September 12th 2023

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 17:06:35 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with Orlaith Carmody, we talked to a lady who endured coercive control at the hands of a former partner.

The rest of the show had a sonar/travel feel to it with bikes, bats and a sculpture which had a nod to the inventor of the submarine.

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Late Lunch Monday, September 11th, 2023

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 09:15:38 GMT

On today's Late Lunch show with Orlaith Carmody, former Meath GAA footballer revealed how the sport helped me to escape social isolation, Graham Gough told us about sound healing and a new health test for dogs which could eradicate common genetic disorders.

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Late Lunch Friday 8th September 2023

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 17:53:37 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with Orlaith Carmody, we spoke to a heartbroken mother who is appealing for parents to listen to their children, after her 14 year old son died by suicide

New regulations on quad bikes are just around the corner while author Nicola Pearse had us enthralled with the story of her new book.

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Late Lunch Thursday September 7th 2023

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:16:09 GMT

Frank is out on the street tomorrow if he doesn't find a place to live, Professor Luke O'Neill is showing teenagers the science behind many leading questions, Ed Hannigan is a big fan of all things '80's and Comhaltas Drogheda are recruiting...

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Late Lunch Wednesday September 6th 2023

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 16:59:44 GMT

No Bridge? Troubled waters as Lorraine Cunningham explained. It's Daddy Longlegs season and they're harmless as Gerry explained to Louise. Nicky Kyle offered lots of advice on the organic vegetable gardening front while Dr Kate McCann covered off aspects of the school return from a parent and pupils perspective. A Indian Summer fore how long? Aoife Kealy from Met Eireann gave us lots of hope.....

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Late Lunch Tuesday September 5th 2023

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 16:02:25 GMT

Gerry went back to school today! Yes Late Lunch paid a visit to the brand new Ballapousta National School as a new era begins for teachers and pupils alike. Principal Peter Dooley and his Vice Principal Angela O'Hare reflected on a new beginning while Parish Priest Canon Peter Murphy is rightly proud of the state of the art facility which, as he told us, has come a long way. We heard from a number of the talented students and caught up with a famous past pupil, Professor Paul Moynagh, who is also Chairperson of the Board of Management at the school. Gerry Carragher, of the Parish, gave us a rundown on the history of place and school, we enjoyed beautiful ice cream cones and there was one for everyone in the audience!

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Late Lunch Monday September 4th 2023

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 18:19:28 GMT

Hector O'hEochagain, who is on his travels again on TG4 this Thursday, gave us a taste of what to expect and boy it's well worth checking out! Adesiyan Apesin and Tony O'Reilly joined us to discuss gambling addiction and a new service coming onstream in the Northeast. Helen Byrne painted a bleak picture of Balrath Wood, Sinead Burke believes early September is the real New Year and on slowdown day, Caroline Ginnelly remembered her son who died in a road traffic accident.

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Late Lunch Friday September 1st 2023

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 15:06:33 GMT

The school lunch box - no pressure says Deirdre Doyle from the Cool Food School. Milly Byrne started school today and as her mammy Charlene explained its a miracle! It was Gerry's all the way as Gerry Cullen and Gerry O'Connor made sweet music ahead of the Sean Corcoran Series in Drogheda next weekend. The Burke's Sinead and Ciara had plenty to say about what's making news at the moment. David Sheehan previewed the big soccer games at home and in the Premier League at the weekend and it just had to be the Royle Family for comedy as the show marks it's 25th anniversary...

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Late Lunch Thursday August 31st 2023

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 21:43:06 GMT

Director of Research at Sport Ireland Benny Cullen reflected on the findings of the latest study on exercise and the participation of children in sport. A powerful book about the deaths of Miriam Mulcahy's parents and sister and how the sea and swimming helped her cope, evoked a powerful conversation. Sharon Gray told of her car insurance difficulty, Dr Ken Whelan is looking for saltwater detectives and David Brady spoke about his late brother Derek, who died tragically at 22 and who will now be remembered forever as Bohermeen FC name their ground in his memory.

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 30th 2023

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 16:46:50 GMT

Dermot Goode is really good when it comes to knowing about Private Health Insurance, Jade Lawless knows all about ambition, Drogheda Toastmasters can talk the talk and Sergeant Ricardo Lucezi is looking forward to his 27th Irish Army Infantry Battalion celebrating its 50th anniversary on Saturday

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 29th 2023

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 19:59:53 GMT

We coasted along to Carlingford this afternoon and popped into the local tourist office where we were warmly welcomed by Yvonne Keenan, Theresa Mackin and Gerry Hoey. Kian Louet Feisser dropped in with some beautiful Carlingford Oysters which Gerry was only too delighted to sample and boy did he like them!! James McKenna of the Four Seasons Hotel, SkyPark's Andrew Ross, Paddy Agnew Carlingford Lough Sea Tours, Ruby Ellen's Tea Rooms Donna McKevitt (buns in tow) and jewellery designer Garrett Mallon all joined us for a chat too.

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Late Lunch Monday August 28th 2023

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 15:14:00 GMT

Straight A Student Eashal Munawar reflected on her 7 H1s in the Leaving Certificate as she awaits her CAO offer to study medicine. Sinead Kavanagh offered nuggets of wisdom for parents with children starting school. Carol Murphy from SOSAD told of an interesting new mental health initiative in Meath and Louth. Joe Treacy recounted his recent Arctic adventure, Glen Gorman welcomed a five star rating for Clogherhead beach and Darragh McCullough is joining the dots at Elmgrove Farm.

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Late Lunch Friday August 25th 2023

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 15:18:04 GMT

St Oliver's Community College Principal reflected on the Leaving Certificate results while Jason McGee, who sat the exam on three occasions, told of his work and life journey subsequently. Irene Gahan from Academy Books brought us her recommendations, Rick Cronje compared the Chenin Blanc grape and its wines from the perspective of both hemispheres and David Sheehan covered off sport for the weekend.

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Late Lunch Thursday August 24th 2023

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 16:29:17 GMT

Eanna Ni Lahhna gave a thumbs up to Wasps, John McCullen a thumbs down to Ragworth, Darragh O'Heiligh believes its up to every one of us to pick up our own dogs faeces and teacher Roisin Curtis finds it difficult too returning to school

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 23rd 2023

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 09:01:56 GMT

Sarah Carey's opinions are always thought provoking, Gerry loves his regular sojourn with Rosie Maye through her wonderful garden, Tara Walker rustled up another meal on a budget and there's so much creativity and ingenuity going on at the Mill Enterprise Hub!

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 22nd 2023

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 11:31:45 GMT

Late Lunch Coasting Along again this Tuesday to lovely Laytown in County Meath where we met the O'Reilly family, including mum Nuala, from that famous Supermarket that hasn't changed in 50 years! The new secretary/manager of Laytown Races, Jessica Cahalan, joined us along with the local Beach Wardens. Jimmy Gilna and Paddy Meade weren't short of a word or two as we enjoyed another lovely day by the Seaside!

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Late Lunch Monday August 21st 2023

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 15:30:40 GMT

Trees down galore following Storm Betty, arborist and tree felling expert Wesley Monaghan was so interesting as he explained why and what to look out for in the future. Mary is livid with Louth County Council over the ladies and disabled public toilets in Blackrock village that remain closed a year on from an arson attack and many other listeners expressed their unhappiness with the state or lack of public toilets in their area. Fiona Squibb and Joan Robison from Louth SPCA are seeking much needed support from the public for the valuable work they do. Karen Healy and Lelia Doolin encouraged local businesses to enter this year's Northeast Business Excellence Awards and Monica Haughey can help anyone make the change and achieve their potential in life..

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Late Lunch Friday August 18th 2023

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 15:13:35 GMT

Th Poncho eventually came in handy! So many listeners told us things they've "never ever" and the Mary Wallopers admitted they've been never ever naughty boys too! Barbara Scully highlighted the wrong that is 'trial hours' for no pay, Nicky Kyle is a busy as ever growing organically in August and our Louise looked after the sporting previews...

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Late Lunch Thursday August 17th 2023

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 15:07:54 GMT

Eddie Maguire wins the Scandinavian Visually Impaired Open Golf, Stephen Lynch is running the length of Ireland for mental health, fashion consultant Lisa Smith sorted out our autumn outfits, Fr Paul Byrne brings Termonfeckin Church into the solar age and Paddy Kelly made an appeal for Meath referee Fergus Smith who was diagnosed with MND recently.

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 16th 2023

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 16:12:20 GMT

Tracey Hanby Gray was the victim of a hit and run in Navan on Saturday last and appealed for the female driver of the car who hit Tracey's parked car on the Fairgreen in Navan to come forward. Dr Niamh Roche, an expert in bats, was so interesting as she covered off lots about the fascinating nocturnal creatures. Tony Conlon ran the rule over the new cars he's been driving lately and Tara Walker is cooking on a budget!

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 15th 2023

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 16:10:08 GMT

No better place to be coasting along with Late Lunch than Blackrock on August 15th! It's the day when thousands descend on the beautiful Louth village to mark the end of Summer and the bringing in of the harvest. And we enjoyed a fine harvest of guests in the guise of Jason McGee from visitblackrock.ie, publican Kevin Soraghan who is Chairman of the Blackrock Social Group, historian Noel Sharkey, Conor Hughes fron go to music outlet Beat It Music & crosscause charity founder, Killian Allen of Freestyle Amusements and Krista Leonard whose new business is Besties Pizza...

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Late Lunch Monday August 14th 2023

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 15:04:38 GMT

Road traffic offences remain a big problem as drivers offend across the board - Meath County Council's Road Safety Officer Mick Finnegan has his say. Tom Reilly or Thomas O'Raghallaigh, through bearla no gaeilge, still contends Cromwell wasn't all bad! Pat Coburn has his "needle in a haystack" wedding ring back, Ben Malone explained why water is and will always be an integral aspect of our heritage and bespoke wedding dress designer Andriana Mitchell is all excited about her new shop in Navan...

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Late Lunch Friday August 11th 2023

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 15:13:07 GMT

Its a Small World indeed as the stories flowed from Gerry, Louise, listeners and first guest travel writer Domhnall O'Donoghue, who also spoke about the ins and outs of travelling solo! We'll be growing meat in our laboratories shortly according to Dr. Pat O'Mahony from the Food Safety Authority. Will you Dip in the Nip for oncology and cancer research - Theresa Smith, June Morgan and Karen Healy are really convincing. David Sheehan looked ahead to the start of the Premier League as we enjoyed our Friday Comedy fix too.

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Late Lunch Thursday August 10th 2023

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 16:27:30 GMT

Travel agent Sandra Finegan has her finger on the pulse as issues arise with travel and holidays, Niall Hatch is pleased with the recovery in corncrake numbers, we heard how the new bike rental scheme in Navan is working, Gerry really likes James Quinn's new book about soccer in Ireland from its earliest days and Seamus Smyth's painting hangs proudly in Navan Hospital!

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 9th 2023

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 15:18:38 GMT

Elaine Robinson is sleeping in her car after her home in Bettystown was flooded last weekend. Shane Healy told the emotional story of reconnecting with his family after fifty years. Stephen Ball reflected on the sporting heroes of Bohermeen and District who'll be recalled in a photographic exhibition this coming weekend and Gerry really likes Polly Doyle's socks!

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 8th 2023

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 17:00:57 GMT

Late Lunch 'Coasting Along' in Clogherhead today where we heard from Mr Clogherhead himself Padraig Rath, John Kirwan and Gerry Collier from the Fisherman's Catch, RNLI people, Brian Fitzpatrick of Oriel Marine Extracts, Feckin Clogher Milk's Cency McLeer and Veema Moonoosawmy who now calls Cloghherhead home!

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Late Lunch Friday August 1st 2023

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 22:27:29 GMT

Our man in America John Shanahan offered his take on the Trump indictments, on World Youth Day, Dana is for the Hill of Slane, Eithne Shortall's fifth book is another sure fire winner and David Sheehan told us who he anticipated would be the winners and losers on the fields of play..

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Late Lunch Thursday August 3rd 2023

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 16:29:21 GMT

The unseasonal weather is taking its toll on farming as Paul Finnegan explained. Luckily, Ann Marie Gaynor, the Irish Budgeting Mammy, copped she was being overcharged by her electricity and telephone providers. Teresa Coultard told us her Vincent's shop in Dunboyne and others across the Northeast are doing a brisk trade in school uniforms. Mental Health Blogger Daragh Fleming has become a victim of catfishing and eight year old Nicholas Hogan is delighted his message in a bottle was fished from the sea in Wales!

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 2nd 2023

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 18:25:08 GMT

Siobhan O'Neill White had plenty to say and advise about the costs involved in children going back to school. The Money Doctor John Lowe covered off; savings, borrowings and pensions while Dr Kate McCann dealt with sports injuries. Our Sinead of the Burke clan, paid tribute in her own inimitable way to the late Sinead O'Connor and it literally rained songs about the rain from listeners!

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 1st 2023

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 15:07:57 GMT

Georgia Lillis is looking to secure a new home for her equine therapy business in North County Dublin. It's Christmas at Beechmount Garden Centre!!! Cynthia Simonet has an issue with the proposed name for the new theatre in Trim? Mary Doyle and her friends always travel light, it makes sense and is so much easier. Gerry was really impressed with artist Joan Moroney who he met at her recent exhibition.

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Late Lunch Monday July 31st 2023

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 15:24:27 GMT

Brenda Courell, told the story about facing her mortality on Late Lunch last week and how she's love to see Coldplay in Dublin next August. Wendy Fitzgerald Jameson, a Coldplay fan, picked up on the story and while grieving for her brother Ed, who passed away at fifty recently, got tickets and gave them to Brenda! The pair met for the first time in LMFM this afternoon and the story unfolded. We also heard from fertility coach Helena Tubridy, TikTok sensations the KK Sisters, the McGoverns enjoying an indoor picnic and Katie Melady from the Women's World Cup in Brisbane....

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Late Lunch Friday July 28th 2023

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 15:07:52 GMT

Was the previous way of selling tickets for concerts not superior to the online scramble today? Joe Tierney, who was a Ticketmaster agent in Navan, believes it was but says there's no going back. Jamie Maguire is looking to find her late dad's Suzuki motorbike, Irene Gahan recommended some cracking reads, Rick Cronje chipped in with some gorgeous Malbec wines and David Sheehan brought us his review of the weekend sporting action..

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Late Lunch Thursday July 27th 2023

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 16:47:55 GMT

Criminologist Trina O'Connor knows how to fix the violence afflicting our towns and cities, Danny Corrigan told a wonderful storey that epitomised Sinead O'Connor, Kathy Maher explained why there's a shortage of certain drugs at the pharmacy and Denise Reilly thanked all who are fundraising for her brother Tommie, who is now living with an acquired brain injury.

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 26th 2023

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 14:59:49 GMT

Brenda Courell is facing her mortality with amazing strength and positivity, Jackie and Paul Disney are onto something really needed by people who are homeless while Lainey Ni Mhordha is producing a range of products from reclaimed, biodegradable materials. Awe and no joy at the Women's World Cup for Ireland as they lose to Canada in Perth, as Katie Melady joined us from the stadium just after the final whistle.

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 25th 2023

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 15:07:43 GMT

Thanks to a movie, Glenda Taylor, who owns more that 700 Barbies, still can't believe she's making news! Dr Bart Kuczera, of Beacon Fertility Clinic, broadly welcomes government funding for IVF treatments. Artist Niamh McCann is looking forward to her art in action at the walled gardens in Oldbridge House, Micheal Keogh is a life saver and Samantha Kelly, the Tweeting Goddess, believes in the rebranding of the bird with 'X'!

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Late Lunch Monday July 24th 2023

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 15:26:57 GMT

Padraic Grennan from Erin International explained how his company played a pivotal role in tracing relatives of the elderly couple, who its believed were dead for eighteen months in their home, before their bodies were discovered. Claire Gavin, alias Phoebe in Fair City, who is currently filming a new production with the BBC, popped in for a chat. Bryan Lynch is more than happy with his new solar panels supplied and fitted by Lennon Solar and Martin Skelly from Navan Travel. in the context of those wildfires, had advice for holidaymakers heading for the Greek islands.

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Late Lunch Friday July 21st 2023

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 15:01:31 GMT

What a remarkable woman is Kathleen Chada, whose two sons Eoghan and Ruairi, were murdered by their father Sanjeev. Gerry paid a visit to one of Drogheda's oldest public houses Peggy Moores. Sinead Kavanagh and Carmel McCarthy had lots to say on a range of stories making the news and David Sheehan brought us his excellent analysis ahead of the weekend's sporting action.

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A Visit to Peggy's

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 09:36:01 GMT

Peggy Moores in Sunday's Gate is one of Drogheda's oldest public houses, which in recent years has been acquired by the McGowan family, who also own the fabulous Scholar's Townhouse nearby. On acquiring Peggy's the McGowan's unearthed a treasure trove of goods and artifacts that adorn the premises today. Indeed its a museum to times past and with this in mind Gerry Kelly paid a visit and enjoyed a tour of the place in the company of Glen McGowan and his dad Martin. It also became apparent that Peggy Moores today combines the old with the new. Have a listen to discover the many aspects of a wonderful addition to the hospitality and social scene in Drogheda

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Late Lunch Thursday July 20th 2023

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 14:58:24 GMT

Tom Cardiff knows from the Balbriggan experience how to deal with the Seagull issue in Drogheda. We caught a word with Katie Melady in Sydney as she made her way from the Ireland women's World Cup match. What an interesting man is Gerry Cremin, a water diviner and spirit clearer. And we ended the day in the bog with Dr Aine McHugh!

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 19th 2023

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 17:48:24 GMT

As mankind fiddles and Mother Earth burns, climate change specialist Professor John Sweeney addressed the situation. Killian Donnelly is bringing it all back home in every sense as he stars in the musical 'Fun Home' currently running to packed houses at the Gate theatre. Dr Zul Khalil and Helen Hobson, who are specialists in stroke matters, emphasised the importance of timely intervention to a positive outcome for the patient.

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 18th 2023

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 15:06:44 GMT

Meath manager Colm O'Rourke reflected on a successful campaign and looked ahead from a number of perspectives. Gerry described Rachel Graham's new book "The Menopause Kitchen" as 'brilliant'. It's Farm Safety Week and Alma Jordan from Agrikids had some straight talking to do while Liam Irwin and his business partners from the Hot Box are spreading their wings...

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Late Lunch Monday July 17th 2023

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 15:06:24 GMT

Columnist Sarah Carey was so insightful on; the Tubridy story, climate matters and expenditure on large scale construction projects. Counsellor Rhoda Smith was really reassuring about what she does, singer/songwriter Matthew Nolan is a real talent making his way in London and Noel Marry has come up with a real gem for the People's Angelus!

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Late Lunch Friday July 14th 2023

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 15:12:23 GMT

With temperatures soaring across southern Europe, we spoke with expats Joan Larkin in Spain and Italy based Tommy O'Rourke. Career and Work Psychologist Sinead Brady told us why it's important to switch off work while on holidays. Katie Melady is Australia bound for six weeks to support Ireland at the Women's World Cup. David Sheehan previewed a busy weekend's sporting action and we enjoyed our usual comedy, this time round from Stewart Francis.

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Late Lunch Thursday July 13th 2023

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 15:02:30 GMT

Communications Consultant Orlaith Carmody offered her views and opinion on the crises gripping the BBC and RTE. With friendships on the decline, Psychotherapist Enda Murphy was so insightful on the subject and its related loneliness. Kells author Olivia Kiernan is on a winner with her new thriller "The End of Us" and Adrian Taaffe set the scene ahead of Dundalk's European tie in Gibraltar this evening.

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 12th 2023

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 17:55:34 GMT

Out and about today at the Dundalk Showrooms of our show sponsor Blackstone Motors, who've added the fabulous Opel range to their stable. We heard from Opel brand specialist Andrew Duffy, finance sales consultant Shona Stewart and co-owner of Blackstone Noel Stewart. We were also joined by Blackstone Brand Ambassador and Louth Captain Sam Mulroy, Dundalk Town Centre Manager Martin McElligot, Creative Spark Executive Director Sarah Daly and Claire Byrne, Patricia McKenna and Kate Corrigan from the CARA Cancer Support Centre.

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Late Lunch Friday July 7th 2023

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 07:23:25 GMT

A Meath referee who ditched alcohol for good, a local business milking it, a Navan woman seeking a change in the reporting of a legal matter, sport, comedy and that TV theme thing..

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 11th 2023

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 15:13:23 GMT

Sandra Higgins from Eden Farmed Animal Sanctuary shared her thoughts on the live animal trade to Europe, highlighted last evening by Prime Time Investigates. Joe Tierney is hopeful the anti-social behaviour around Navan town centre will be tackled. Judith Redmond from Corderry Fruit Farm joined us for a chat and mature student, now Barrister, Darren Lalor told us about the pittance he earns in the new profession he loves

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Late Lunch Monday July 10th 2023

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 14:58:52 GMT

Nicky Smith, from Smiths of Drogheda, spoke about the end of the road for the Ford Fiesta and Melanie Love, a Mark ll Fiesta owner of a car originally bought in Smith's, also joined us. Ashling Lowe says she will do jail rather that pay the fine imposed on her for not making a census return in 2016. Babs Wieberg so loves blind tennis and is a member of the Irish team heading for the World Games in Birmingham this August. While Bas Wiebenga and partner Julita are making wonderful sushi from local ingredients in Virginia and sending it all over the country.

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Late Lunch Thursday July 6th 2023

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 15:10:42 GMT

Gerry nails down a 'Boardsmill' in Ballivor! Aine Murray's children's book about anxiety gets the thumbs up all round, Nicky Kyle sorted out our vegetable growing for July and artist Laura Fox is on the crest of a wave...

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The Insomniac Gardener at Midsummer

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 09:14:33 GMT

On the longest day, Gerry pays another visit to Rosie Maye's wonderful garden near Slane in County Meath..

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 5th 2023

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 17:42:59 GMT

Janie Lazar believes we should all be able to choose when our lives end. Dr Kate McCann spoke at length all about Strep A, especially in the context of children. Peter Thomas took us through the story behind his Bellingham Blue cheese. Centra, Hardman's Gardens in Drogheda owner John Walsh, spoke to us in the aftermath of last evenings flooding at the store and Anthony Flanagan is seeking assistance with the clean up at Bully's Acre!

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 4th 2023

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 14:49:32 GMT

Barbara Scully believes we got to let our children go regardless of the consequences. From soap making to farming, Donagh Quigley is realising a long-held dream. A National Lottery Award for Special Needs Assistants in Louth is well deserved. Marriage, football and a motley crew, the craic is seemingly never ending for Stephen Tierney...

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Late Lunch Monday July 3rd 2023

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 18:20:17 GMT

Golfer Alex Maguire has qualified for the Open Championship and Tommy Dowd's in seventh heaven as his syndicates horse wins big at the Curragh! Katie Holten's love of trees is now in beautiful print for all to enjoy while listening to the CEO of the Gourmet Food Parlour, Lorraine Heskin, was a joy to behold. And we heard about a Challenge Tour event coming to Headfort golf club in Kells.

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Late Lunch Friday June 30th 2023

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 19:05:44 GMT

Dorothy Morgan feels unsafe in her home after a burglar broke in, stole money and threatened her. A Buzzard annoyed is to be avoided as Jennifer Lynch explained. Irene Gahan brought us her book recommendations, Rick Cronje chipped in with the wines and Louise hacked away at sport!!

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Late Lunch Thursday June 29th 2023

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 18:35:29 GMT

Dr Conor Kerley offered his view on the safety of the sweetener aspartame. Rory O'Connor talks about sports people and good mental health. Third age is simply loved by it's members and Drogheda confirms its status as the biggest town.

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 28th 2023

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 17:59:01 GMT

No water, no work at the coffee shop in Ratoath! New Roller Coasters for Emerald Park but no nature in the EU. The Little Sunflower programme really benefitting children and TEDx on its way to a Meath village.

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 27th 2023

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 15:15:45 GMT

We love our Takeaways to the tune of more than €2 billion every year! Listeners told us of their preferences, we also heard from Navan takeaway owner Karina Macari and Paula Tuzi of Castle Takeawy in Trim, who make something new on us - a 'Boardsmill'! Vet Sinead Kelly answered listeners questions, we heard from Sharon Fenelon who is the End of Life Co-ordinator at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital and Brendan Cumiskey told us the story of 'Seamus' the rescued Airedale terrier.

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Late Lunch Monday June 26th 2023

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 16:29:27 GMT

Sarah Carey says no to a woman playing James Bond, responds to the RTE undeclared payment scandal and talks of her love of Glastonbury which she hopes Gerry will accompany her to next year! The ever popular Theresa Allen, of Headfort Arms fame, has been acknowledged for her long service and listening you'll understand why it's well-deserved. Larry Staudt was so interesting discussing the subject matter of his new book - the purpose and meaning of life. We enjoyed more banter from Sinead Burke and heard from Charles Hendy of the Mary Wallopers fresh from their appearance at Glastonbury...

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Late Lunch Friday June 23rd 2023

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 15:57:38 GMT

A breath of fresh air is Santis O'Garro who from debt and despair is now flying high and coming to Hinterland in Kells this weekend! Daniel O'Donnell had a word, Jim Gaffigan looked after the comedy, Gerry was in heaven with Rosie Maye in her beautiful garden and Adrian Taaffe reckons it could be honours even at the Loth derby tonight.

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Late Lunch Thursday June 22nd 2023

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 18:07:20 GMT

Today's Show came from Seapoint Golf Club where the Irish Legends tour event is taking place this weekend and today a who's who of celebrities took to the course with the professionals on one of the most beautiful days of the year! Have a listen as we caught up with the likes of major winner Michael Campbell, Dublin's Jim Gavin, soccer star Teddy Sheringham, actor James Nesbitt, rugby legend Keith Wood and world motor racing champion Damon Hill. We also heard from the owners Carr Golf who told us this was only the beginning of great things for the County Louth course and that they're in for the long haul. Our very own Des Smyth, who designed the course with Declan Branigan, and who is one of the hosts of the event was in great form and we also heard from the celebrity organisers and the Legends tour people...

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 21st 2023

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 14:57:23 GMT

On the longest day no better man to have on board than Anthony Murphy from Mythical Ireland. Aisling Carolan and Greg Droulon are regenerating Aisling's family farm the organic way with great success. Katie Melady has penned a song for the Irish women's soccer team who are on their way to the World Cup. Joanne Walsh CEO of Water Safety Ireland wants everyone to be safe waterside this summer.

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 20th 2023

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 15:45:52 GMT

Philp Quinn soccer correspondent with the Irish Daily Mail gave his opinion on Ireland and Stephen Kenny. Gerry took a trip on a Trishaw, Hands 4 Unity are doing tremendous work at the heart of our community and its year 10 of another fantastic event - the Kilmoon Barn Dance.

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Late Lunch Monday June 19th 2023

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 15:29:12 GMT

Tommie Gorman is busier than ever since he retired from RTE and struck a positive note on one of his speciality subjects Northern Ireland. Sadly John Gibbons painted a gloomy picture on the destruction of insects and its implications for all life on earth. Kids in Biz like Conor Gibson aim to earn some money over the summer holidays and our own legend Brendan Lawlor is looking forward to teeing off at Seapoint golf club this week...

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Late Lunch Friday June 16th 2023

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 15:36:15 GMT

Six hardy women from Templetown to Rockabill by sea! With the large or small ball, Jason McAteer so loves Ireland and he's coming over next week for the Irish Legends at Seapoint golf club. Ciara Burke, Carmel McCarthy and Sinead Kavanagh had plenty to say on a range of typical topics. David Sheehan looked ahead to the sporting weekend and we enjoyed our Friday comedy fix too...

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Late Lunch Thursday June 15th 2023

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 20:07:13 GMT

Lots of items in common in our junk drawers which Niki Bowman maintains we should store orderly. The butcher Sarah Kelly is offally nice and sells plenty of it too! Siobhan O'Neill White had loads of things to do with children over the summer holidays from school and Gemma McMahon believes everyone has ability to fill a meaningful role in the workplace.

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 14th 2023

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 17:22:13 GMT

Dave Hewitt, who grew up beside the Dignam's, regaled us with some lovely stories about his neighbour and friend Christy. Ahead of Bloomsday on Friday, Tony Weldon had us all enthralled as he spoke about James Joyce. On the annual week dedicated to men's health, Dr Kate McCann had plenty to say and Bev Truss, who rescues hedgehogs, wants cattle grids filled in or up!

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 13th 2023

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 14:51:35 GMT

Dogs are good business for Rory Clarke thanks to doggy ice cream, Sonya and Paddy McCabe are maintaining their incredible weight loss by living the Slimming World way, Edel Deane is mother to three premature babies and Castletown KP national school is celebrating its 50th year....

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Late Lunch Monday June 12th 2023

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 15:09:14 GMT

Following on from retaining his East of Ireland title last weekend, Laytown & Bettystown clubman Alex Maguire headed to the home of golf St Andrews in Scotland where he won the prestigious St Andrews Links yesterday by 5 shots! A family connection saw Hannah Hussey fly from Canada to see Harry Styles in Slane on Saturday and being a fan since his One Direction days, she wasn't disappointed! Amanda Geard makes the link between Tasmania and Ireland in her new book called The Moon Gate. The inner child may need attending to in some of us which is where Linda Culleton and Lorena Degue come in. And we heard why sport plays such an important role in what the Louth/Meath branch of Down Syndrome offer to its members and families.

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Late Lunch Friday June 9th 2023

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 15:03:18 GMT

Gary Murphy is looking forward with confidence to the Legends Tour Golf at Seapoint golf club, Declan Bailey loves Apple's ground breaking Vision Pro headset, Harry Styles fans from primary schools in Meath have recorded one of the Slane concert bound star's songs as Tommy Tiernan brought us our comedy and David Sheehan ran the rule over the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday June 8th 2023

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 15:26:43 GMT

With price cuts at long last on the way in supermarkets, Caitriona Redmond offered her assessment of what lies ahead. Eoin Kernan told us how an eating disorder engulfed his life, his recovery and how he's doing really well now. Ken Glynn's mentor and mentee business impressed Gerry immensely while Edel Dugdale told of her experience of humanitarian aid convoys to Ukraine.

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 7th 2023

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 18:52:20 GMT

Fresh from his wonderful success on Britain's Got Talent, local boy and super magician Cillian O'Connor mesmerised Gerry with his magic! John Conlon has birds nesting under the bonnet of his car for the fourth successive year and Niall Hatch from Birdwatch was mightily impressed. Fred Cooke recalled his Leaving Certificate trials and tribulations while it was more straightforward for John Morgan. And the Barrett's Mary and Ian told the really touching story of their three sons who all live with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome.

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 6th 2023

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 15:13:55 GMT

No fatalities over the bank holiday weekend but the numbers this year so far are up and injuries significant - Mick Finnegan Meath Road Safety Officer had plenty of sound advice to offer all road users. Stef Greene believes the great outdoors has a big part to play in successfully negotiating the Junior and Leaving Certificate examinations. We introduced a new series of short features called "Ours to Protect" with Nicky Kyle promoting the use of organic peat free compost among other gardening matters and Jennifer Lynch about restrictions on hedge cutting. Niamh Burke also joined us to warn listeners about a really genuine looking and sounding scam!

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Late Lunch Friday June 2nd 2023

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 15:11:52 GMT

A 10th Gold Medal for Ashbourne's Jane McCorkell at Bloom! Remembering our good friend Roy Taylor from one of his visits to Late Lunch in 2017. Training the mind the David King way, former World Snooker Champion Ken Doherty is heading for the Irish Legends Golf at Seapoint golf club, the Bloom Girls, sport with David Sheehan and our comedy on Friday.

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Late Lunch Thursday June 1st 2023

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 15:11:45 GMT

Pat Reynolds and Jimmy Geoghegan were a joy to listen to as they chatted about the "Reynolds Family Memoir". With Ireland basking in a heatwave, we covered off being sun smart with Kathy Maher, being smart with your smartphone with Declan Bailey and staying cool over the coals with BBQ guru, the multi-talented Rick Cronje!

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 31st 2023

Wed, 31 May 2023 18:20:11 GMT

No selling vapes to under 18s welcomed by school principal and newsagent but enforcing the law is another matter. Gerry and Louise loved Peter Monaghan's escargot!! On the day author Andrea Mara tops the bestsellers chart, Gerry was delighted to catch a word. While Aine Tuffy explained the concept of My Farewell Wishes.

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 30th 2023

Tue, 30 May 2023 15:02:06 GMT

Anthony Moyles believes competition is good for children in sport from an early age. Master Beekeeper Eoin MacGiolla Coda collects a swarm from Gerry's garden. Naomi Donaldson doesn't allow MS to limit or define her life and Ratoath College is the most Sustainable in Ireland!

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Late Lunch Monday May 29th 2023

Mon, 29 May 2023 15:04:43 GMT

A flakier flake in the 99? Maybe but tastier says the Ice Cream Man Brendan Crosbie! Artificial Intelligence to be embraced or feared - Mark Kelly from AI Ireland had his say. Nutritionist Rachel Graham advised students about fuelling the mind and body for the state examinations. While Niamh Jones brought a ray of Sunshine to proceedings with her colouring book.

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Late Lunch Friday May 26th 2023

Fri, 26 May 2023 15:08:40 GMT

Dermot always does Goode when it comes to Health Insurance! Irene Gahan loves her books and brings us in on her favourites. Rick Cronje compared Merlot North and South, David Sheehan covered off the sporting weekend and Lorraine Walsh, cervical cancer survivor, talked about the daily challenges she faces.

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Late Lunch Thursday May 25th 2023

Thu, 25 May 2023 14:53:33 GMT

We know now that people still love to get into their "Duds" - even Carmel McCarthy! Dundalk Sub Aqua Club provide a wonderful service as well as enjoying the world of water. They're onto something really big with their all new home composter at Harp Renewables in Kentstown. The lady in the chair no longer there has gone viral for Professor Kevin McGuigan!

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 24th 2023

Wed, 24 May 2023 16:05:02 GMT

Our Louise is delighted with her first venture into growing spuds and she had top class advice from Conor Halpenny on how to cook them! Daryl Noonan believes in the great outdoors and its ability to benefit our wellbeing. Keilidh Cashell has more that four million followers on social media who love her makeup, beauty content and products! Barn Owls in Meath urgently need a helping hand as John Lusby explained...

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 23rd 2023

Tue, 23 May 2023 14:53:17 GMT

Liverpool and Ireland football legend Ronnie Whelan, who is taking part in the Celebrity Legends tournament at Seapoint Golf Club in June, joined Gerry for a great chat! A qualification and career in hairdressing can be anybody's thanks to the LMETB apprenticeship. Sinead Kelly covered off veterinary advice and Vanessa Crosbie from the Bridal Studio isn't mad about that orange wedding dress in Corrie!!

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Late Lunch Monday May 22nd 2023

Mon, 22 May 2023 14:58:57 GMT

Childcare expert Shane Dunphy reflected on the Navan teenage assault case, Colette O'Hagan completes marathon number 900, Sue Masterson marks four years alcohol free and the Vicky Phelan exhibition comes to the Barbican Centre in Drogheda.

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Late Lunch Friday May 19th, 2023

Fri, 19 May 2023 14:53:19 GMT

On today's show we spoke to a mum who has set up Ducky Deeds in memory of her late son Aaron. We talked bikes, digital detox, lifelong learning and a poignant tale of two Navans

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Late Lunch Thursday, May 18th, 2023

Thu, 18 May 2023 19:55:16 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with author Barbara Scully, we talked wolves, comedy, journalists getting abused in their jobs and how to help students studying for exams

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Late Lunch Tuesday, May 16th, 2023

Tue, 16 May 2023 21:04:16 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with Barbara Scully, we talked about a unique suit to help a child's mobility, a new project to repair before throwing out, the rescue of Romeo and Juliet and how a food bank needs help

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Late Lunch Monday May 15th, 2023

Tue, 16 May 2023 10:09:48 GMT

On today's show, author Barbara Scully highlighted brain cancer awareness through a brave and determined mum of three who is fighting the illness. Supersize eggs, flipping fashion and birds nests were also featured.

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Late Lunch Friday May 12th 2023

Fri, 12 May 2023 14:58:37 GMT

Carer Tracy Carroll has to go to school every day with daughter Willow and care for her there - she feels abandoned by all in sundry to say the least. We looked ahead to Sunday's Leinster Senior Championship Final from a Louth perspective in the company of team management duo Mickey Harte and Gavin Devlin, County Chairman Peter Fitzpatrick, new stadium steering group member Ronan Lynch, former players Colm Nally and Paddy Keenan, Noel Stewart from sponsors Blackstone Motors and our own match commentator Colm Corrigan. While David Sheehan rounded of the afternoon with his usual weekend sporting preview.

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Late Lunch Thursday May 11th 2023

Thu, 11 May 2023 16:09:39 GMT

Waste not, want not, cracked crackers and lots of other foodstuffs that can be eaten and some great advice from Caz Mooney. Tony Conlon has driven the new Chinese all electric Build Your Dreams car and really likes it! Skillnet helping women return to work in the construction sector and local business Novelplast shortlisted for a prestigious EY entrepreneurial award.

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 10th 2023

Wed, 10 May 2023 16:24:38 GMT

How do we address our mothers and fathers? Eurovision disappointment, a magical garden walk, Dr Kate about cholesterol and a problem with oil in Balbriggan harbour affecting birdlife...

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 9th 2023

Tue, 09 May 2023 15:13:40 GMT

Louth's Leinster Final jersey causes a stir, Inside Out restaurant in Slane is Best in Ireland, Eurovision aficionado Ken O'Sullivan looks ahead to Liverpool '23, Gerry loves Vanessa Murphy and Anna Cabrera's new TAPAS book and Gerry Cumiskey gave us a flavour of what's on offer at Dunderry Faire on Sunday next!

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Late Lunch Monday May 8th 2023

Mon, 08 May 2023 15:09:09 GMT

A call for more Deer to be culled worries the Irish Deer Commission, a mammy goat adopts a lamb, Sheila Wayman told us why its important to let the children play, Balmoral Show the best in Ireland has so much to offer and insurance matters means no Kells Road Races this year.

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Late Lunch Friday May 5th 2023

Fri, 05 May 2023 14:59:58 GMT

Dundalk woman Sheila Bailey's take on the coronation of King Charles, golfer Brendan Lawlor highlighting online abuse, another golfer Des Smyth welcoming the Legends Tour to Seapoint Golf Links, Ciara Burke and Sinead Kavanagh with plenty to say on a range of topical topics, David Sheehan doing his sporting thing and a laugh or two with the real Royle Family!

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Late Lunch Thursday May 4th 2023

Thu, 04 May 2023 15:05:37 GMT

The FOX'S Glacier Fruit Challenge saw Gerry face off against Louise to see who could suck a sweet for longest before it was no more in their mouths! So who became the best sucker? Village Vets owner Charles Cosgrave has been short-listed for a prestigious EY Entrepreneur of the Year award. Money Doctor John Lowe covered off mortgage rates, savings and will making. While Gerry popped along to see those infant changing benches for himself.

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 3rd 2023

Wed, 03 May 2023 18:16:59 GMT

Development Perspectives CEO Bobby McCormack called on members of the public to have their say in a Vision for the Boyne River into the future. Dunboyne based artist and designer Clare O'Connor told us what she's all about. Emma McCann has had two of her cats poisoned in the Kells area, where other cats have fallen extremely ill too. Kate McShane's mammy Fiona, hopes she can resolve a problem with her daughter's Facebook page the ever popular Trixies Treats.

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 2nd 2023

Tue, 02 May 2023 15:02:30 GMT

Eugene O'Leary found it difficult to navigate the Boyne Valley Camino? Pastry chef and chocolatier Tara Gartlan was so sweet! Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Midwifery Department are laying down a bench to mark the International week of the Midwife. While Boann Distillery are advancing plans for a major visitor attraction in the Boyne Valley and Northeast region.

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Late Lunch Friday April 28th 2023

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 14:56:51 GMT

Holidays & Travel with Sandra Finegan from Globe Travel, Irene Gahan of Academy Books looked after our book selections, Rick Cronje delivered as usual with some wonderful wines while David Sheehan synopsised the weekend's sporting action and we reminded ourselves of the brilliance of Dame Edna with some classic comedy!

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Late Lunch Thursday April 27th 2023

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 15:03:30 GMT

Dogs in restaurants - local hospitality providers and listeners had their say, Robbie Andrews angel who is always by his side is spreading his message with some friends, Inver Colpa rowing club has a new home and recalling an interview with Dr Mary Randles as the movie about herself and Paddy "Pray for Our Sinners" goes on release..

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 26th 2023

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 15:02:50 GMT

Food & Cost of Living columnist Caitriona Redmond explained why the cost of our weekly shopping has skyrocketed and where we can all make savings. Stephen Breen, Crime Editor with The Irish Sun newspaper, gave us a taster of the newspaper's new true crime series about the Kinahans. Kathy Maher had lots of practical advice around coping with Hay fever while dapper dresser Paul Carroll was on a high following his success at Punchestown Races Best Dressed yesterday!

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 25th 2023

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 15:16:44 GMT

Addiction counsellor Marie Byrne was really interesting and informative as she addressed the cocaine epidemic. Louise felt like kicking the can down the road as her opener failed with dinner on the line! Niall Hatch knows it all when it comes to our migratory birds returning here for summer and Navan Arch Club are looking for a new home.

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Late Lunch Monday April 24th 2023

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 15:00:35 GMT

Dr Eamonn Amsbro is more sure than ever that we are not alone in this Universe! Rum & Butter bars in oversupply in Canada, they're burning money in Rockmarshall, urban teens needed to be Raised by the Village and is it worth splashing out on a Twitter tick?

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Late Lunch Friday April 21st 2023

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 15:04:48 GMT

Professor John Sweeney reaffirmed the threats planet earth is facing from mankind, Fiona Fitzsimons told us how she traced Joe Biden's Irish roots, Louize Carroll knows how and why we should all stand up for ourselves and David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday April 20th 2023

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 20:59:55 GMT

An horrendous case of dumping on a laneway on Drogheda's northside, TV and movie director Eamonn Norris popped in for a chat about his latest project, Paul Gill's personality has come to the fore and there was smell hanging around a couple cars!

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 19th 2023

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 17:18:29 GMT

Compostable waste bin collection charges are on the way - no worries - make your own compost! Managing our children's social media access - Sinead Kavanagh makes some great points. Nutritionist Rachel Graham warns against hyperhydration and Ednan Hameed is back in the sweets game...

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 18th 2023

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 15:07:27 GMT

Conor Skehan offered an independent view on the population and housing explosion around Drogheda and East Meath. Historian Sean Collins recalled the final weeks of the Irish Civil War, Tony Conlon loves the DS4 Plug-In Hybrid and Thomas McEvoy is delighted with the attention Joe Biden has attracted to Louth!

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Late Lunch Monday April 17th 2023

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 15:05:50 GMT

Simon Allen never tires or tares but always has advice to prevent and care for the only things between us and the road. Elaine O'Connor is so proud of son Cillian following his sensational appearance on Britain's Got Talent. Pauline Ashwood says goodbye to her time at Drogheda Classical and John Morgan wants to repay the charity who provided him with assistance dog "Jamie".

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Late Lunch Friday April 14th 2023

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 18:15:52 GMT

The mini skirt in all its guises with Lisa Smith, Sinead Kennedy a woman well travelled, Oisin Lennon on top of the Irish dancing world, our weekend sporting preview with David Sheehan and comedy on a Friday...

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Late Lunch Thursday April 13th 2023

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 15:11:40 GMT

Cousin Anne Quinn met him, Bobby Wain's love of dogs really connected with him, Zoe Conway did her best to play for him and Garrett Mallon made the gift from Louth for US President Joe Biden. Anthony Murphy is hopeful the State may consider purchasing Dowth Hall, Vet Sinead Kelly answered listeners questions and Fred Cooke had parental duties to attend to ahead of his return to Navan next week.

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 12th 2023

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 17:37:14 GMT

Anne Quinn is all set for dinner with cousin Joe Biden! Norman Whiteside is looking forward to the Manchester United Legends gig at Drogheda's TLT Theatre. Jackie Jolliffe is sad to be saying goodbye to all her Crafty Foxes and Donna McKevitt was on high doh waiting for Joe in Carlingford...

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 11th 2023

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 15:12:18 GMT

No show like a Joe show and Donna McKevitt's ready to put one of her own on for the US President! Deirdre O'Kane's in great form as she brings her stand up routine back home to the Northeast. Dr Shane Cassidy is making people's lives better through music and Valerie Sherlock re-opens an iconic venue on Drogheda's golden mile.

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Late Lunch Thursday April 6th 2023

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 15:34:58 GMT

Gerry paid a visit to Kirwan's Fish Cart and was really impressed with the fish, knowledge and advice about how to cook it! Nicky Kyle sorted out our vegetable growing for April and Anne Tiernan's debut novel "The Last Days of Joy" really impressed Gerry too!

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 5th 2023

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 15:37:17 GMT

Geoff Knupfer lead investigator looking for the "disappeared" from our troubled times reflects on his work as he retires. Lorna Byrne whose best selling book Angels in My Hair is re-published joined us for a catch-up. Dr Kate McCann advised on the do's and don'ts of cosmetic procedures while Niamh Cassidy and her sisters ran the Paris marathon in memory of their mother Audrey and to support a number of charities.

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 4th, 2023

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 14:57:58 GMT

On Late Lunch, author Barbara Scully talked throuples, travel, a late ADHD diagnosis and a 45 year old Easter Egg

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Late Lunch Monday, April 3rd, 2023

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 19:42:10 GMT

Guest presenter chats shrinkflation, hormones and an appeal for hunky men on today's Late Lunch

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Late Lunch, Friday, March 31st, 2023

Sat, 01 Apr 2023 13:24:39 GMT

'I'm having a great time,' said Barbara Scully as she guest presented today's Late Lunch with wine, books, song and much more!

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Late Lunch Thursday, March 30th 2023

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 15:32:41 GMT

Coming up on this award-winning show, guest presenter Barbara Scully talks about DIY divorces, animal communication, parenting with a visual impairment, a new way of education and much more.

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 29th 2023

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 16:26:14 GMT

Linda Martin is in the throes of opening her new dog rescue in North County Dublin, the intrepid Dermot Higgins is Yukon bound, Liz Caplin captivated with her hypnotherapy story and our Lizzie has touched down in Oz!

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 28th 2023

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 14:55:05 GMT

So near and yet so far, John Aldridge and Philip Quinn reflected on Ireland's hard to take loss to France last evening. Jimmy Norman is very grateful to the GAA for their support of Aoibheann's Pink Tie but doesn't understand the issue with shirts and charity logos? Gerry took a seasonal garden walk with Rosie Maye and Sinead Burke touched on a sensitive, topical subject - the eviction ban.

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Late Lunch Monday March 27th 2023

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 14:58:30 GMT

Circus courses through Tara Gerbola's veins and it's challenging keeping the show on the road as she told Gerry. Social media consultant Samantha Kelly gave hooch the heave ho and has never looked back. Anja Murray's new book opens up our natural Irish environment to everyone with enormous benefits for all. Rates for savers are on the rise at long last but Money Doctor John Lowe has his reservations?

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Late Lunch Friday March 24th 2023

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 16:44:14 GMT

A new era dawns at Emerald Park, no shortage of opinions from Carmel and Sinead, Teresa and Derek Bellamy are onto something special with their "Elephant's Trunk" publishing company, sport, comedy and one final Knock Knock...

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Late Lunch Thursday March 23rd 2023

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 17:05:36 GMT

The lot of the reluctant landlord, the remarkable Philip Quinlan, Bob Hamilton's Irish Trees and Sinead McNally's wonderful first instrumental composition...

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 22nd 2023

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 19:24:51 GMT

An Ashbourne family distraught as their cat is killed by a dog, retail staff run the gauntlet of abuse, why we all need to take our time when purchasing online, the importance of Daffodil Day in the fight against cancer and the Meath woman heading up Feis Ceoil in its 127th year!

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 21st 2023

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 16:31:10 GMT

Eanna NiLamhna talked trees, Lucy O'Brien's new book about Karen Carpenter is both revealing and fascinating, Chrissie Russell is annoyed at dog owners, another Lottery scoop for Duleek and listeners are Knock, Knocking us out!

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Late Lunch Monday March 20th 2023

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 16:12:04 GMT

Aileen and David Carrie recently completed the six major world marathons in Tokyo, Sarah Carey believes despite the negative narrative Ireland the country has done good, Sinead Kelly answered pet problem questions and Gerry adores Katie O'Donoghue's new book!

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Late Lunch Thursday March 16th 2023

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 15:56:16 GMT

Tanya Sweeney says "cool the jets" when it comes to dressing up for St Patrick's Day, Gearoid O'Neill grows a lot of Shamrock in Cooley, John M Shanahan is a proud Irish/American who believes we need to get back to the essence of our National Feast Day, Ned Rispin needs carers, Diarmuid Corcoran can't get insurance for his bikers and what a weekend of sporting action David Sheehan looked forward to!

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 15th 2023

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 15:55:31 GMT

Vinyl record sales outperform CDs, turntables back, listeners love theirs and Neil Watters from Classified Records in Dundalk is a happy man! The Children from Termonfeckin National School are not too bothered about the amount of homework they have to do. Amanda Branigan is a passionate librarian and delighted at the recognition received by Louth County Libraries. Daragh McCullough opens up his Elmgrove Farm Daffodil fields for the Gary Kelly Cancer Support Centre.

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 14th 2023

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 16:10:23 GMT

Joanne O'Dwyer from the Red Door Project spoke to us about addiction and the cocaine epidemic she encounters in the course of her work. Brian Pennie told us why it isn't as simple as manifesting what we desire. Tony Conlon did his motoring thing and we found out where in the world Lizzy Doran is today!

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Late Lunch Monday March 13th 2023

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 16:25:25 GMT

Liam O'Neill is heading for Cheltenham for the 42nd year while David Jennings from the Racing Post gave us his hot tips for the festival. Mark McGowan is returning to education with his vast experience in tow. No more parcel delays from the UK, a new dog for Meath Civil Defence, how to say Collon properly and Kate McCullagh live from LA in the aftermath of the Academy Awards!

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Late Lunch, Friday March 10th, 2023

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 09:13:13 GMT

On today's Late Lunch, guest presenter Deirdre Hurley chatted to a business owner who had a claim against his play centre settled without his knowledge, a humanitari'hen' party and reflexology that is apparently better than botox?

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Late Lunch Thursday March 9th 2023

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 17:16:53 GMT

Deirdre Kinahan has written an amazing new play about Alzheimers starring Bryan Murray who lives with the disease. Tom MacGuinness has written a series of "No Brainer" guides including one about happiness which Gerry chatted with him about today. Pat Kelly's Healing Hands have helped so many and Dermot Leavy told of his joy at the return of his lost Santy!

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 8th 2023

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 16:17:02 GMT

On International Women's Day this year Gerry invited Natalie Kelly from Drogheda Dolls to join him as he acknowledged her wonderful contribution to life in the Northeast. From a heroine of today, to one of yesteryear, as we heard the remarkable story of Kate Kennedy from Duleek, who became a trailblazer for women's rights in the USA back in the 19th Century. Nutritional Therapist Ciara Beauge focussed on women's health, we found out how Lauren Deegan is getting on ahead of her mammy's second anniversary tomorrow and Banban Goulding spoke powerfully about the support women need from all sorts of allies.

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 7th 2023

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 17:34:04 GMT

It takes little to have good manners but means a lot as Brenda Hyland explained. Ashley Bazin is honoured by the Irish Cancer Society for her work on clinical trials. Nora Ni Thuama told us all about the criteria required to be a foster parent, Tara Daly is looking after so many more abandoned pigs while Louise and Anthony Walsh have sown their first vegetable seeds.

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Late Lunch Monday March 6th 2023

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 18:08:03 GMT

What's sport coming to as an under 9's soccer match is abandoned? The many positives of wool, Keogh's crisps going from strength to strength, that parent/teacher meeting and saying Seneschalstown properly!

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Late Lunch Friday March 3rd 2023

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 15:59:25 GMT

Is the era of the magazine over? Davy Rispin was on board one of those drone diverted flights coming into Dublin last evening. Niamh McLoughlin telling it powerfully and as it is about her mental health. Nicky Kyle on filling the hungry gap of vegetable shortages with sprouting seeds and David Sheehan with his weekend sports preview.

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Late Lunch Thursday March 2nd 2023

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 16:08:29 GMT

On World Book Day Gerry paid a visit to Irene Gahan at her beautiful Academy Books, an independent bookstore, on Drogheda's southside. Eoin Fee is delighted his Sing Li Curry Paste is to be stocked in SuperValu stores across Ireland. Niall Hatch had lots of advice on encouraging birds to nest in our back gardens and Aideen McKeigue told us about Navan O'Mahony's free ECO Shop.

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 1st 2023

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 16:43:19 GMT

Children with autism at Tullydonnell National School vouch for the benefits of teaching assistants. Walter Rowntree farms and enjoys his favourite lifelong sport badminton too! Dr Kate McCann addressed obesity and we heard where in the world our Lizzy was today..

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 28th 2023

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 16:32:13 GMT

Sinead Crowther from Soothing Solutions told us how a four day week is working well. Susan Oakes and Barry O'Brien-Lynch were winners once again at the Skijoring games in Calgary. Joe Armstrong touched a nerve as he spoke of his relationship with his mother. Alma Jordan is on her way as an author in the O'Brien Press stable and Daragh McCullough is enjoying his badminton break from farming matters...

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Late Lunch Monday February 27th 2023

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 17:15:23 GMT

Irish Water have razed Rosehall Reservoir's environs to the ground - was it entirely necessary? Environmentalist and Development Perspective founder Bobby McCormack believes there's many unanswered questions. They're such fun and entertaining musically, The Mary Wallopers really lifted our spirits. They're planting tress in Trim!! A book all about Soup, managing a stoma and how to properly pronounce Ughtyneill....

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Late Lunch Friday February 24th 2023

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 16:24:53 GMT

On the first anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine, Luba Healy reflected on the plight of her family, people and homeland. Irene Gahan from Academy Books brought us her recommended reads, Rick Cronje sorted a glass or two to go with a good book and David Sheehan delivered his sporting predictions for the weekend!

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Late Lunch Thursday February 23rd 2023

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 22:25:18 GMT

Monica Jackman explained why we dream, Paddy Goodwin is living his dream, Siobhan Mullen and Leslie Constance are dream foster parents and Auan O'Neill's Once Upon a Thai is the best Thai takeaway in Ireland another dream come true!

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 22nd 2023

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 18:06:15 GMT

Michael Kelly, founder of GIY Ireland, believes a shortage of vegetables in our stores wouldn't be an issue if we ate our own produce seasonally. Solicitor Terry Gorry is a very interesting man, Ciara Attwell knows what it takes to sort out fussy eaters and Fr Paddy Rushe offered his thoughts at the beginning of the Lenten season.

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 21st 2023

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 16:05:20 GMT

Professor Rose Anne Kenny reinforced the keys to aging well following on from the Super Agers documentary on RTE last evening. It's Pancake heaven at Rocksalt Cafe in Blackrock all day today! Dom McGroddy spoke touchingly about his wife Lily who is this year's ambassador for the national # Drink Tea for MND campaign. Sinead Kelly answered listeners veterinary questions, out of adversity Barbara Keogh established her own successful cleaning business and Gerry really enjoyed his Pancake made from scratch by Louise...

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Late Lunch Monday February 20th 2023

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 16:12:43 GMT

Ednan Hameed is sad and frustrated he's closing his Yummy Creame sweet shop in Navan. Gerry, a dedicated weather watcher, was in his element chatting with Siobhan Ryan from Met Eireann. Susan Oakes and Barry O'Brien Lynch are heading back to Calgary to defend their world Skijoring title. Meath's Grainne Maguire wrote the scripts for the BAFTA award presenters again this year and our listeners made a great fist of pronouncing "Staholmog"!

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Late Lunch Friday February 17th 2023

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 16:06:19 GMT

Names that endure and names that are not the person's christened name? Blackstone Motors win big at the SIMI annual awards, why we can all achieve our potential with a little help from Monica Haughey and Kells stages its 46th successive Pantomime. Patricia Scanlan remembers her dear friend Deirdre Purcell while David Sheehan looks ahead to the weekend's sporting action

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Late Lunch Thursday February 16th 2023

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 16:11:46 GMT

So much from so many as we reflected on the things that are no longer found in Irish homes. Pat Mullaney says goodbye to managing Navan Town Centre after thirty years. Marie O'Riordan is a wonderful advocate for people who live with autism and though highly talented are often overlooked by employers and society in general. And we heard from Lizzie Doran who has touched down in Vietnam!

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 15th 2023

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 16:17:30 GMT

Rough justice for Estlin, more to smart speakers than "play", the ORA Funky Cat - yes it's a car, how breathwork works and a lotta Lottery in Meath and Louth...

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 14th 2023

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 19:34:19 GMT

It was love all the way today on Late Lunch opening with Danny McEvoy whose love for his late wife Joan endures beyond this life. Helena Mullins told us how she met her now husband Declan on Tinder! Philip Quinlan's acquired brain injury didn't hold him back, as he sought love around the world before hitching up with on Oldcastle woman. Bridget and Gerard McQuaid are devotees of St Valentine while Ann Gilsenan and Peter Moore let us in on the secrets of their long and happy marriages..

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Late Lunch Monday February 13th 2023

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 16:04:09 GMT

Ahead of her busiest day of the year, we caught a word with florist Jenny Murphy from Flowers by Moira in Dunshaughlin. Irish Budgeting Mammy An Marie Gaynor offered her best advice as Gerry revealed the steep rise in our shopping list from October last. HUH Clothing founder Mark Donnelly is forging ahead with the business and minding mental health too in his Mini Cooper! Derek O'Rourke brought us an update about GOAL's relief work in earthquake hit Turkey and Syria and Stephen Finnegan confirmed the correct pronunciation of Annaghminnon - our Monday Misplacenunciation....

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Late Lunch Friday February 10th 2023

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 17:52:59 GMT

Frank Lyons remembered his good friend Burt Bacharach. With insurance trebling, Diarmuid Corcoran fears for the future of Kells road races. Karen Dwyer inspired as she talked about how she dealt so well with her MS diagnosis. Gerry wandered through the snowdrops in the company of the Insomniac Gardener Rosie Maye. David Sheehan covered off the weekends sporting action as we enjoyed Kevin Bridges comedy and the Number 1 in our Top 5 countdown.

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Late Lunch Thursday February 9th 2023

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 19:43:04 GMT

Historian Sean Collins puts the record straight on that Turkish/Drogheda link. Dr Harry Barry's new book is so of its time as thousands of years of human brain evolution is threatened in a couple of recent decades. Aisling Lowe told us about the unprecedented demands on the Meath food bank and we heard how the Navan Theatre Group are prop-erly stuck!

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 8th 2023

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 18:59:50 GMT

Anthony Murphy did a wonderful job as usual explaining the origin of the vandalised Lia Fail stone at Tara and called on the powers that be not to restrict access to the monument. In the aftermath of the Turkish/Syrian earthquake, Anita Gozutok appealed for clothing and non perishable goods to be delivered to Turkish barbers in Navan, Kells and Trim. Tommy Fleming was in great form and sang live in studio ahead of his impending concerts in the Northeast. Dr Kate McCann focussed on the importance of friendships to overall good health, we heard from another listener bugged by her love and Derek O'Rourke from Meath, who is co-ordinating the GOAL mission at the epicentre of the earthquake, described the devastation on the ground in both countries...

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 7th 2023

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 16:09:12 GMT

It's Love Bug week on Late Lunch and Fred Cooke kicked off proceedings by telling us what bugs him about the love of his life Julie! Fair play to Linda Murray who is not standing by as protestors target refugees in Navan. Matthew McGreehan told us why walkers but not their dogs are welcome on the Cooley Mountains. Young adult author Sinead O'Hart has a winner on her hands with her new book the Time Tider and we heard from a happy David Keane who has his dog back!

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Late Lunch Friday February 3rd 2023

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 16:41:39 GMT

The Joy of Irishness, a scam using a driving licence, ready, steady sow, a toy library, Ken does Eurovision and David covers off sport!

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Late Lunch Thursday February 2nd 2023

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 16:01:26 GMT

Men and colouring their hair - Ambrose Clinton has seen it all, thought leader Barry Winkless told us where the world of work is heading, Rory O'Connor joins the call for no homework in primary schools and a dog's surrogate owner is looking to find springer spaniel Sophie.

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 1st 2023

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 16:44:51 GMT

Is Brigid a Saint? Sarah Carey believes not! Dr Ciara Ni Crabhagain also has a view on Brigid and more Celtic matters besides. Kyle Riley's music is pure magic to children of all ages and to round matters off Gerry returned to St Brigid's shrine in Faughart...

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 31st 2023

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 16:22:03 GMT

Sinead Burke was right on the money with her latest banter while Rachel Cooper's dream to have every child learn our National Anthem has taken a giant stride forward. Lizzie Doran sets off on the adventure of a lifetime, Eureka secondary school makes a callout to its former students and Marcella Wogan can certainly bake and make more besides...

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Late Lunch Monday January 30th 2023

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 17:32:33 GMT

Local publicans reflected on twenty years since the smoking ban was announced, the Money Doctor's take on interest rates, a real good egg is Margaret Farrelly, the Trim boot room and how you say Starinagh!

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Late Lunch Friday January 27th 2023

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 16:00:36 GMT

Eileen Donaghey knows and loves her tea and has made a career sipping! No shortage of opinions from Sinead, Carmel and Ciara, Irene Gahan's book recommendations, sport with David Sheehan and side splitting comedy from Miriam Margolyes...

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Late Lunch Thursday January 26th 2023

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 16:01:16 GMT

You'll understand why you need to be a strong person in political life when you hear what Senator Sharon Keogan has experienced. Dermot Goode saved us hundreds of euro on Health Insurance premiums. Rick Cronje compared wines from the Riesling grape and introduced us to an alcohol free wine for the first time. And we caught up with Oscar nominated Kate McCullough, cinematographer on An Cailin Ciuin!

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 25th 2023

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 17:00:53 GMT

The traditional Irish breakfast is a misnomer and a more recent phenomenon as Michael Fortune explained. Dominican priest Conor McDonough is on the YouTube hunt for Treasure Ireland! Gerry paid a visit to Faughart and the shrine of St Brigid, there were lots of sausages, rashers, puddings, eggs etc on the menu throughout the afternoon oh and Conor McCormack told us the story of his famous red pudding...

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 24th 2023

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 16:13:24 GMT

Gerry had no need to be afraid - Doctor of Horror Sarah Cleary was lovely and brilliant on her specialised subject. Sport over Homework campaigner Dave Hewitt is buoyed by President Higgins stance on the matter. Eilish Balfe is fronting Flipping Fashion for young people in the Ratoath area while neighbours Dunshaughlin are over the moon with their Pride of Place win....

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Late Lunch Monday January 23rd 2023

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 15:54:11 GMT

Decluttering with Paula Butler, the new President of DKIT, Tom King wins big at Showcase Ireland, Tara Erraught brings her Operatic boot camp to Drogheda next weekend, pre-loved communion outfits in Ashbourne and Geraldine McHugh confirmed the correct pronunciation of Greetiagh!

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Late Lunch Friday January 20th 2023

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 15:58:50 GMT

Creatures of habit we are indeed, a pothole pay out, Joy Booth's debut album, sport, comedy and lots of chatter!

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Late Lunch Thursday January 19th 2023

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 16:31:41 GMT

Priscilla Grainger escaped domestic violence with her life, Eleanor Moran explained Forest Bathing, audiologist James Clay sorted out our hearing and Joe McCormack had sound advice about studying!

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 18th 2023

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 18:30:19 GMT

Child Protection Expert Shane Dunphy assessed social media influencer Andrew Tate and the conversation that needs to happen with young men especially. Taxi driver Joey Geraghty reflected on his years driving a cab, Sarah Keogh addressed the challenge posed by picky eaters and Psychologist Shane Dunphy knows what to do when the weather gets us down.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 17th 2023

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 17:58:53 GMT

A Ford Anglia returns home, a sensible approach to weight loss, veterinary advice, a versatile young man who can certainly pluck strings and our 2 on Tosday is a classic!

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Late Lunch Monday January 16th 2023

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 15:47:40 GMT

Sarah Carey outlined the dangers and consequences of posting pictures of our children online. The Money Doctor John Lowe joined us as his 19th edition of his comprehensive financial advice book is published. Roann Byrne is certainly a young woman going places in the culinary world in the year ahead and we found out how to definitively pronounce "Mullary" our Monday Misplacenuniciation!

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Late Lunch Friday January 13th 2023

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 15:54:37 GMT

Sheila Bailey and Irene Gahan gave their different perspectives on Prince Harry's bestseller "Spare". Gerry's complexion is much clearer thanks to St Mary's TY students!! Elena Calavia is broadening her language teaching in a number of ways and David Sheehan covered off sport...

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Late Lunch Thursday January 12th 2023

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 16:04:10 GMT

Gardai Edel Dugdale and Grace Murray's speedy intervention saved the life of a baby girl at Trim Garda station recently. Anna McHugh from An Post explained why the cost of a stamp is rising. Seamus Sheedy suggested how best to go about breaking bad habits while Marcin Filak's story will hopefully secure the support his family deserves and needs.

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 11th 2023

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 18:42:03 GMT

He knows his watches - Nico Leonard Van Der Horst! Timely, thorough and will teach much to many - Orlaith Carmody's new book "Speak Now". Dr Kate McCann on making the most of our new year commitments and Monica Skelton would invite Michael D Higgins to dinner and boy would she cook him a meal fit for a President!!

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 10th 2023

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 18:28:41 GMT

Noeleen Masterson, who knows all about Lewis Hamilton, would love to cook for him and invite him to dinner, won a cool €1K to spend with Cash and Carry Kitchens as Late Lunch came from their fabulous new Showrooms in Navan! We also enjoyed hearing from chef Nicha Maguire, health & fitness coach Anna Clarke and our motoring man Tony Conlon.

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Late Lunch Monday January 9th 2023

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 16:10:46 GMT

No medicines - no panic says Kathy Maher from Haven Pharmacy and the Irish Pharmacists Union. Cathal Blake has now found his path in life for sure, Ardee gets its own Pop Up Swimming Pool, Meath County Council is encouraging remote & hub working and Mary Burke would love to have Bradley Walsh join her for dinner!

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Late Lunch Friday January 6th 2023

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 16:02:52 GMT

It's never too late as Darren Lalor's inspiring story shows. Gerry was on a slippery slope but for Louise and the wonderful fashionista Lisa Smith! Nicky Kyle is on the starting blocks for the gardening year ahead, David Sheehan did his weekend sporting look ahead while Jen Brister took care of the laughs..

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Late Lunch Thursday January 5th 2023

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 16:07:57 GMT

Care for Carers - a passionate cry for help from Tracy Carroll. Caitriona Redmond is so savvy when it comes to household spending, Lucie Caffrey's approach to women's wellbeing really impressed and Sinead Burke cast her watchful eye on Nollaig na mBan!

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 4th 2023

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 16:14:58 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh returned in the context of the perfect respiratory storm we're contending with at the moment. Victims of their own success - Meath ladies football needs referees. Robbie Horgan recalled his battle with sepsis that almost took his life. While Hugh Wallace is in the market for renovation projects in Meath and Louth.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 3rd 2023

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 16:25:26 GMT

When Pele visited Dunboyne, Ann Treacy says goodbye, making those resolutions stick, donating to charities and our 2 on Toosday...

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Late Lunch December 23rd 2022

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 18:37:24 GMT

A rather youthful theme to round off the year and festive season with Drogheda Brass Band, Little Readers, TV Theme, Comedy, dippers for charity and a guest weather reader!!

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Late Lunch Thursday December 22nd 2022

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 20:49:11 GMT

We took a lookback at some memorable moments on the Show this year, St Peter's Male Voice Choir brought us some seasonal cheer, Tara Walker completed her Christmas menu and Rita Daly the queen of Christmas Puddings had a word...

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Late Lunch Wednesday December 21st 2022

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 17:00:26 GMT

Donal Watters cardiac survival story saves another life, Jessica gets her man, our women are never short on opinions when they call, new revelations about the winter solstice at Newgrange and we have a winner of the best Christmas Pudding in the Northeast!

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Late Lunch Tuesday December 20th 2022

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 19:07:36 GMT

It's a very Carey Christmas in Sarah's family, we heard how we all can contribute to the Irish Garden Bird survey, Fr Paddy Rushe spoke beautifully about the deeper meaning of Christmas for Christians, Lily Cranny was picked from all the Cuties and we wandered down memory lane with our 2 on Toosday!

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Late Lunch Monday December 19th 2022

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 15:59:26 GMT

Sinead Kelly is over the moon for her Argentina, Kunak McGann has Christmas in Ireland sussed out, we heard from two fantastic young women and a brilliant young man, all doing real good in their own particular ways...

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Late Lunch Friday December 16th 2022

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 16:08:44 GMT

Jessica Morgan is in the sales ring at Carnaross Mart on Monday and bidders most welcome no joking! Irene Gahan from Academy Books brought us a raft of wonderful recommended reads for all ages in book club. Rick Cronje sorted our quaffing for Christmas Day and beyond, David Sheehan signed off on sport and we enjoyed some classic comedy and more from our Christmas cuties...

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Late Lunch Thursday December 15th 2022

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 16:32:52 GMT

On no it isn't! Oh yes it is back after three long years, Pantomime returns and young members of a local stage school are starring at the 3Olympia Theatre in Dublin this year. Not a battery in sight - yes Mimi Toys are a rather special online toy store. Tara Walker brought us an alternative centrepiece for the Christmas table and our Cuties singing continue to make us smile...

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Late Lunch Wednesday December 14th 2022

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 16:02:34 GMT

Our Late Lunch Veterinarian Sinead Kelly is delighted but so anxious for her family's country Argentina ahead of the World Cup Final! James Loughran talked about his family brewing supplier business on foot of their takeover of a UK big player. Gerry was really taken by Maria Morgan's passion and belief in her Esker Fields range of skincare products! And we enjoyed more seasonal songs from our Christmas Cuties...

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Late Lunch Tuesday December 13th 2022

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 10:44:38 GMT

It's Official! The old Hot Water Bottle is an essential in the bed for so many still - especially when temperatures plummet!! Thomas Doherty told us what's what and hot in your local butcher's shop this Christmas. Tony Conlon offered safe driving advice given the current conditions and named his Car of the Year and our Christmas Cuties are oh so cute....

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Late Lunch Monday December 12th 2022

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 09:28:09 GMT

Restraunteur Damien Leddy is understandably not impressed with "no shows" for tables! Michael Fortune knows all about Christmas traditions from yesteryear that survive today. Meath ladies star Orla Lally is delighted to be home from Australia for Christmas and Valinora Troy is carrying on the family tradition of writing books for children..

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Late Lunch Friday December 9th 2022

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 16:26:44 GMT

Ms Eabha Flynn in conversation with her Gang Gang about Christmas really touched so many listening. Declan Bailey pulled out all the stops with his Smart Pick gifts on the technology front. Nicky Kyle looked after gardening matters, David Sheehan sport and we had our usual fill of comedy from Michael McIntyre...

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Late Lunch Thursday December 8th 2022

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 16:20:17 GMT

There are no words...Patrice Matthews lost two sons to suicide in the space of 13 weeks. Handel's Messiah comes to Kells, Tara Walker gets started on the Christmas table, the lights go on in Salterstown and Dundalk Grammar students have that entrepreneurial spirit...

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Late Lunch Wednesday December 7th 2022

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 17:09:23 GMT

Trevor Birney whose new book follows on from his TV documentary "Quinn Country" had a word. M&S stylist Lisa Smith had lots of advice when heading out to party this Christmas! Dr Kate McCann covered off Strep A and staying healthy over the Holidays and the Burke children have that entrepreneurial spirit!

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Late Lunch Tuesday December 6th 2022

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 16:21:45 GMT

Soccer referee Sarah Blacoe Dyas had loads to say about the woman in the middle! On the release of her new album, Andrea Corr jousted with Gerry and vice versa. QR codes remembering lives of the departed, learning to tie laces and another 2 on Toosday...

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Late Lunch Monday December 5th 2022

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 17:12:47 GMT

Louth resident Mick Delaney, once Postmaster to Queen Elizabeth, has nothing but good to say about the late monarch. The most beautiful version of "Silent Night" he's heard said Gerry when introducing the wonderful Leah Barniville! Aisling Ross the Wedding Nanny and TY Students who've come up with a great addition to Tote Bags...

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Late Lunch Friday December 2nd 2022

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 16:03:11 GMT

His laughter is effusive, yes Pat Shortt put a smile on our faces followed by his classic Crimebusters sketch! Renowned dog trainer Hughie Rooney pulled no punches about dogs and safety. Ellen Ryan's beautiful new book put us in the lap of the Goddesses, Tara Walker rustled up a gorgeous Christmas nibble and we covered off sport with David Sheehan.

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Late Lunch Thursday December 1st 2022

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 16:28:48 GMT

Neil Delamere was his usual full of fun self as he had the banter with Gerry! You couldn't but be calm listening to the soothing voice of dentist Dr Niall Neeson. Rod Smith was a slow starter but fourteen books later he's loved by children and young teens and referee David Gough is unhappy with Mayo GAA and their stance on rainbow jersey numbers.

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 30th 2022

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 18:36:20 GMT

On the eve of his birthday, Leia Duffy appealed for information about her brother Mark, who has been missing from his home in Navan for almost two months. Keith Barry manipulated Gerry's mind with gum balls and rubik cubes! Caithriona Madden has even worked Michael Buble into her new Christmas song while Ashley Bell's world is all about seeing the world in 360 degrees...

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 29th 2022

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 18:49:52 GMT

One found, the other still unaccounted for after fifty years - two aspects of the disappeared. Rearing three children with autism and Lhara Mullins has written a seminal work on the subject. Wesley Monaghan absolutely loves his tree surgery job but draws the line at fairy rings! While home based business Hanna Lee is out the door with orders...

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Late Lunch Monday November 28th 2022

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 20:12:17 GMT

When it comes to Cromwell Tom Reilly ain't for turning! Blacksmith Tom King is working to the beat of metal, Mary O'Kane knows all about anxiety in teenagers and Old Blue Eyes is Gerry's Artist in focus this week...

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Late Lunch Friday November 25th 2022

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 15:58:54 GMT

Tony Duffy firmly believes in toys that prompt the imagination, Irene Gahan brought us her recommended reads, Rick Cronje, our wine guru, made his 100th appearance on the Show and David Sheehan covered off the weekend in sport.

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Late Lunch Thursday November 24th 2022

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 16:07:25 GMT

Prime Time reporter Barry Cummins told the remarkable story of the body of man discovered in Meath 30 years ago that remained unidentified until now. Lauren Deegan has stepped into her late mother Sue's shoes to care for her sisters. Red Hurley with his lovely new song sounding better than ever and Carlingford Adventure Centre spreads its wings!

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 23rd 2022

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 18:29:03 GMT

Ashling Lowe from the Meath Food Bank is to say the least a "LIDL" annoyed with the supermarket's Trim store. We heard some sound advice about purchases on Black Friday, Sinead Burke brought us more of her banter, Larry Staudt has turned his talent to writing for children and Meath Women's Network is open to new members.

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 22nd 2022

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 19:18:29 GMT

The Mary Wallopers wallop all in sundry! Fitness instructor and gym owner Sharon Doherty's back in the game. AI has brought a whole new dimension to fertility and egg freezing. Anglo Printers remember their friend photographer Jimmy Weldon and donate to charity too....

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Late Lunch Monday November 21st 2022

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 16:09:28 GMT

Helena and Gerry O'Connor want to look their son's killer in the eye as he applies for parole. Editor Paddy Prendiville reflected on the year through the eyes of Phoenix Magazine. Despite receiving six All Star nominations Davy Rispin believes Meath deserved more and there's a new threat to our garden birds as Niall Hatch explained....

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Late Lunch Friday November 18th 2022

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 16:24:49 GMT

Adam Kane from LGBTQ+ soccer team Dublin Devils reflected on the World Cup in Qatar and its restrictions. Rosie May is wide awake when it comes to her garden, Sofia McCaffrey is chopping almost four feet from her hair to help others and our Louise is becoming a dab hand at sporting matters....

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Late Lunch Thursday November 17th 2022

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 16:10:46 GMT

Nigel McKenna wanted to clarify aspects surrounding the tragic death of his niece Claire in New York. Bobby McCormack from Development Perspectives knows what needs doing around tackling climate change. Calodagh McCumiskey has the voice and all else needed to manage our wellbeing and John O'Brien is rightfully acknowledged as inspirational!

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 16th 2022

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 19:31:43 GMT

The inspirational Ann McVeigh, referee Errol Sweeney about the Qatar World Cup, Aine Kenny's love of slow fashion, Garreth Fitzpatrick's so delighted for and proud of his son Connor and David Keenan does his new album his way...

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 15th 2022

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 16:18:32 GMT

It's a Mutts Christmas! Twitter as powerful as ever says it's Goddess Samantha. A Principal's view from Shane Foley of Enfield Community College and a fledgling GAA Club in Uganda receiving support from Meath...

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Late Lunch Monday November 14th 2022

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 15:59:06 GMT

Shane Dunphy, a survivor of clerical abuse, reflected on the latest revelations involving the Spiritans. Lizzie Doran told of her social media platform preferences, Sinead Kelly answered all comers veterinary questions and Curtis Stigers who is on his way to Navan joined us. With Vicky Phelan's passing we listened back to an extract of an interview with Gerry from October 2019.

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Late Lunch Friday November 11th 2022

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 16:00:49 GMT

All round Ireland tomorrow they'll be kicking points for Seamus Brady! Ciara Burke and Carmel McCarthy are never short on opinions. Padraic Grennan is breathing new life into abandoned and empty homes while our Louise put her sporting hat on again today and boy didn't she do well!

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Late Lunch Thursday November 10th 2022

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 16:48:11 GMT

Our Man in America John Shanahan reflected on the US Midterm Elections. Keith Sheerin told us his lovely story about putting family first. Wok's cookin? Kwanghi Chan's new book is smoking hot! While Jonathan Doherty has the speedy action and expertise of neighbours to thank for his life.

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 9th 2022

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 18:55:38 GMT

Entrepreneur Nicola Byrne talked about her new baby - Riskeye Security and more personal matters besides. Aoife O'Brien covered off an important aspect of being Happier at Work. Gavin O'Connor and friends have opened the first Irish Pub in Zanzibar while St Fechin's have turned their hand to many forms of Dancing...

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 8th 2022

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 16:00:54 GMT

Climate change, robots bringing bytes, motoring, remembering Paddy and another 2 on Toosday...

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Late Lunch Monday November 7th 2022

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 15:53:16 GMT

Simon Ryan a Magical Man in so many ways, Monica Haughey believes we're all creative beings, stories from GAA grassroots captured by PJ Cunningham and Paul Boyle rising to the top of the Honey world!

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Late Lunch Friday November 4th 2022

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 15:50:08 GMT

No shortage of options on the travel front with Sandra, the oh so lovely Alice Taylor, in the garden with Nicky, sporting matters covered off by David with a pinch of comedy thrown in for good measure!

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Late Lunch Thursday November 3rd 2022

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 16:02:12 GMT

Taking a break from social media, Taiwan Celts and the Meath connection, sustainable personal care and Fiesta for a little while longer...

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 2nd 2022

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 17:02:48 GMT

Eithne Ring - pregnant and single in the Ireland of 1984! Wild swimming, our Doc Kate, Anthony's journey like no other and a dad & daughter assisting the effort for Ukraine..

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 1st 2022

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 16:03:52 GMT

Donal Waters story of surviving a major cardiac arrest, bugs and humans, sight loss, connecting generations and another 2 on Toosday...

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Late Lunch Friday October 28th 2022

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 15:08:20 GMT

The origins of Halloween, book club, the tidiest town, wine, sport and comedy...

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Late Lunch Thursday October 27th 2022

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 14:54:37 GMT

Understanding conspiracy theorists, the pitfalls when buying a property, banshees, a song for MND and winter skin care...

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 26th 2022

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 17:42:19 GMT

Epitaphs by the cart load, the inimitable Michael Harding, the smallest house and Lions doing good round Dundalk...

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 25th 2022

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 14:55:38 GMT

The implications of additional licencing hours, Monica McInerney to be honoured back home, dealing with thyroid issues and more of Burke's Banter...

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Late Lunch Monday October 24th 2022

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 14:56:22 GMT

Turkey grower concerns, a Pastor answers the big questions, stand up Mammy, another UK PM and art at auction for a worthy cause...

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Late Lunch Friday October 21st 2022

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 14:53:54 GMT

Dressmaking sixty-five years, a Presidential Award recipient, Phil Coulter on the road again, Kathy Crinion from a different perspective, Sport and Comedy...

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Late Lunch Thursday October 20th 2022

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 16:23:56 GMT

Hector in a different light, an alternative way of schooling, the motor show and staying safe in our homes.

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 19th 2022

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 17:36:49 GMT

Everyone should get a game, scammers on the prowl, mind blowing electricity bills, things to do during mid-term and the Junior Cert questioned?

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 18th 2022

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 18:12:28 GMT

It's busy times for a chimney sweep, why nutrition is vital to good health during menopause, veterinary matters and why some men can experience PND too....

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Late Lunch Monday October 17th 2022

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 15:28:35 GMT

Seriously injured fighting for Ukraine - a Meath man talks from his hospital bed. You're never past it to set a World Record as free diver Nina McGowan proves. A bomb at the museum and why the flu jab could save your life!

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Late Lunch Friday October 14th 2022

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 15:01:57 GMT

Coming out as a gay woman in the Ireland of 1992, another wear for a wedding dress, respecting the ref, comedy and sport...

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Late Lunch Thursday October 13th 2022

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 16:41:37 GMT

A selfishly happy woman, future Strictly star, lost children no more and a step towards their son's recognition for a family...

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 12th 2022

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 14:59:03 GMT

Right moment - wrong song, meeting Angela Lansbury, fertility, mindful eating and a return to Ukraine...

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 11th 2022

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 14:56:51 GMT

A woman with a true aura, great news for Louth GAA, St Joseph's CBS in transition, motoring with Tony, more banter from Burke and our 2 on Toosday..

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Late Lunch Monday October 10th 2022

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 18:01:00 GMT

An Irish dancer speaks his mind, a motivational speaker motivates, we can't wait for Samhain and Garda in Louth want to recognise young people.

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Late Lunch Friday October 7th 2022

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 08:07:32 GMT

Married at last, home at last, Women with Opinions back in studio at last, getting near to last in the garden and sport from first to last...

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Late Lunch Thursday October 6th 2022

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 19:31:18 GMT

On National Tree Day who else but Eanna Ni Lamhna! Professor Des Tobin spoke about his dermatological research, a new support group for mental health carers and the greatest festival of faith in Ireland!

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 5th 2022

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 14:55:42 GMT

The implications of entering the Witness Security Programme, minding your mental health, a new crime prevention officer for Meath and a long distance listener..

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 4th 2022

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 15:15:27 GMT

A shocking arson attack on a local business, cleaning hacks that do and don't work, a teenager coping well with her autism, a novel fundraising idea, 2 on Toosday and our Artist of the Week...

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Late Lunch Monday October 3rd 2022

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 15:06:10 GMT

David Horgan believes we're sleepwalking into an energy crisis that's actually avoidable! Louise Coghlan is on a mission for Granny Nancy, what a talent is Farah Elle as she releases her first album while Shineen Mallon is a great advocate for breastfeeding and Rihanna a fine choice for Artist of the Week.

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Late Lunch Friday September 30th 2022

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 07:54:12 GMT

The secrets to a best man's wedding speech and wine, books and sport to make up the perfect Friday.

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The Late Lunch Thursday September 29th, 2022

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 16:44:10 GMT

On today's shows, we talked to the inspirational Sinead Crowther on the heartbreaking reason she committed to making her business a success, Gail McEvoy gave us the ins and outs of the budget, a fab crew at Proper Meath are making nests for displaced birds and Sharon Shannon and presenter Barbara Scully had an udder reason to be cheery - cows!

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Late Lunch Wednesday, 28th September 2022

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 16:36:12 GMT

On today's show, guest presenter Barbara Scully spoke to renowned baker Una Leonard on her eating disorders before discovering a therapeutic love of baking. We travelled the world with Sarah Slattery and learn how to trust your gut! Also the story of a Navan girl and a bereavement candle

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Late Lunch Tuesday, September 27th, 2022

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 21:18:42 GMT

On today's show with author and broadcaster Barbara Scully, we got to grips with the Irish Atlantic Rainforest, how a Russian backpack landed in Trim, a brother's legacy and how much would you pay for a designer handbag?

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Late Lunch Monday, September 26th, 2022

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 09:49:31 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with guest presenter Barbara Scully, Caitriona Redmond revealed ways we can save money and a spy in Termonfeckin? Well, kind of! Nicola Cassidy chats on her new book.

And a clothes line that won't allow bird poo on your laundry? We find out more

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Late Lunch Thursday, Sept 22nd, 2022

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 19:38:53 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with guest presenter Barbara Scully, Bobby McCormack told us how Pierce Brosnan has boosted the Save the Boyne campaign, the Womb Witch filled us in on what she does, kayaking for the over 50s and how a hearing impairment could be linked to dementia

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Late Lunch Wednesday September 21st, 2022

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 18:45:04 GMT

On today's show with Barbara Scully, Meath Co. Council's litter warden urged motorists to avoid unauthorised garages after the dumping of hundreds of tyres on the roadside. We discovered what Pocket Forests were and owners of grinds schools say they are inundated.

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Late Lunch Tuesday, September 20th 2022

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 19:28:22 GMT

On today's show, guest presenter Barbara Scully was on FIRE - and found out about a cohort of people living frugally to retire earlier. A Donegal man doesn't want to keep the wolves from the door and does your child bring fruit to school - just for the day out?

Also. the Debs! A right of passage for so many and it's back with a bang after being scuppered by Covid-19

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Late Lunch Monday, September 19th, 2022

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 11:56:38 GMT

On today's show, author and broadcaster Barbara Scully talked about the Queen's funeral, got to grips with running suited for all sizes and had a chat with a local cafe owner on why she has banned pyjamas from her premises!

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Late Lunch Friday September 16th 2022

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 15:33:47 GMT

First occasion we've been on the road for yonks! What a fabulous place is Nanny's in Duleek as they gear up for their Nannyfest this weekend...

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Late Lunch Thursday September 15th 2022

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 14:56:01 GMT

Electricity blackouts - no need for a generator at home and what's more they're potentially dangerous! Out the door with Homework!! Remembering Eileen Rushe, an appeal for support to prevent the music dying and a woman for all seasons that's Pauline Ashwood and her Drogheda Classical series.

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Late Lunch Wednesday September 14th 2022

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 15:28:19 GMT

A Spicer Family member picks up the story, no one wants greyhounds, Garth for Country & Monaghan, CS Lewis and the Louth connection...

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Late Lunch Tuesday September 13th 2022

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 15:19:13 GMT

Spicers Bakery evoked so many memories, opening the conversation about children's mental health, 2 on Toosday, motoring with Tony, artist of the week and a nifty way to dry your dog!

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Late Lunch Monday September 12th 2022

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 14:56:34 GMT

Sarah Carey reflected on the reign of Queen Elizabeth and prospects for her successor King Charles. Nufields brings the farm to your abode, being careful around bird flu victims and Paul Maguire an amazing man to walk or trek!

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Late Lunch Friday September 9th 2022

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 15:27:49 GMT

Sheila Bailey spoke so eloquently about the late Queen Elizabeth. Lights out in Salterstown - maybe not? Jackie Fox is so proud of Coco's Law, Bobby McCormack perspectives resonate so strongly on a range of issues and our Louise covered sport but not as we know it!

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Late Lunch Thursday September 8th 2022

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 15:25:54 GMT

Dating Duds in your Forties! A river rescue, an Garda Siochana at 100, all that's new from Apple and make your mind up time for CAO offers...

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Late Lunch Wednesday September 7th 2022

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 15:43:29 GMT

A Skydive for two good reasons, that sinking ship, not sleeping, new business ventures, and a big swim..

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Late Lunch Tuesday September 6th 2022

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 15:13:17 GMT

When dropping your trousers is the right thing to do, why you must keep a close eye on your children's online activity, they're off at Laytown and why honesty is the best policy..

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Late Lunch Monday September 5th 2022

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 15:06:37 GMT

Lizzy at Electric Picnic - the day after the weekend before, mortgage rates - stick or twist, the business gene - Hazel Boshell' has it, how does your garden grow with Nicky Kyle and in Liz, Sheila Bailey places her Truss!

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Late Lunch Friday September 2nd 2022

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 15:11:02 GMT

The dice has rolled for Leaving Cert students, women never short of an opinion, managing motherhood, sport, comedy and a final blast from Barry!

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Late Lunch Thursday, September 1st, 2022

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 10:59:16 GMT

A local businessman told the difficulties he is having with solving his energy prices, Gerry takes a walk on the wild side and how a Navan mum had a lucky escape as flames engulfed her home.

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 31st 2022

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 14:57:14 GMT

Energy Consultant Paul O'Reilly outlined instant savings we can make on our energy bills. Sarah Gilbert's Little Sunflower program is a must for all primary school children. Is there no end to Conor Bowman's talent? Re-mortgaging your home and the legal ins and outs and another belter from Mr Manilow...

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 30th 2022

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:35:29 GMT

Living with Long Covid, sustainable fashion, 2 on Toosday, a need for nurses, artist of the week and who was Thomas D'arcy McGee?

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Late Lunch Monday August 29th 2022

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 14:54:49 GMT

Holy Catholic Ireland not once, not now! A cost effective solution to the housing crisis, his players reveal the real Eamonn Murray and dog buyer beware!

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Late Lunch Friday August 26th 2022

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 15:09:34 GMT

Totally terrific tomatoes, some great reads with a lovely glass or two of wine, sport, comedy and some cracking songs..

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Late Lunch Thursday August 25th 2022

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 14:56:27 GMT

An alcohol and drug free music festival, removing non-native tree species, back to school anxiety, the face of Christmas at Brown Thomas and our Artists of the Week..

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 24th 2022

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 15:56:08 GMT

A Holiday from Hell for a local GP and his family, Man v Food comes to Clogherhead, Midget Car Racing, legal advice when buying a house off plan and a heartfelt tribute to Des Casey.

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 23rd 2022

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 14:57:14 GMT

Carmel Corrigan studies appear to be on the road to nowhere? Lou O'Brien is looking for Timmy the Tortoise! Caroline Horgan's business acumen and entrepreneurship is recognised yet again. Sinead Kelly covered off listeners pet questions, Paddy Smith is singing the blues once more, another 2 on Toosday and more from Artists of the Week Roxy Music...

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Late Lunch Monday August 22nd 2022

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 15:28:05 GMT

We remembered our friend seventeen year old Slav Vavro, who passed away after battling cancer since 2018. She's some woman - Natalie Kelly's dream for her Doll's House has become a reality! We covered off the centenary of Michael Collin's death, Mystery Trails, Magheracloone's new ground and this week our Artists in the spotlight are Roxy Music

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Late Lunch Friday August 19th 2022

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 15:03:35 GMT

Two women running the gauntlet of abuse in their business and charity work - shocking! Life is like a Butterfly for Jesmond Harding, Tara Walker loves her Summer Salads and Eve McCrystal is wallowing in the sweet taste of success once again. David Sheehan looked ahead to sporting matters, comedy, a TV theme and a final sip from Hot Chocolate..

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Late Lunch Thursday August 18th 2022

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 15:10:15 GMT

We had a good hair day today in the company of stylist Rita Murray, Anthony Murphy took us back to the future with his typewriter and don't we all LOVE Cookies? We enjoyed more banter from Sinead Burke and our week of Hot Chocolate hits continued...

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 17th 2022

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 15:01:37 GMT

Caitriona Redmond - can she do it? Yes she can - a meal for less than €1 a head! His former school principal at St Mary's College in Dundalk, Alan Craven, had glowing praise for former student and Ireland's fastest man Israel Olatunde. Louth's local Food Hero Maria Flynn is still on Cloud 9, Kevin Murphy is onto something big with his 2GoCup, Shona Madden addressed some common problems with wills and our week of Hot Chocolate rolled on..

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 16th 2022

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 15:32:02 GMT

It was Fifty Shades and more with the wonderful Sarah Carey! Gerry waxed lyrical about Rachel Cooper's brilliant and beautiful book about Our National Anthem. Simba and Victoria Takarinda explained why their faith will ultimately sustain mankind and the world despite all of the trauma we're going through at the moment. We had a chat with Joe Dolan's nephew Adrian, enjoyed another 2 on Toosday and continued down the road with Artists of the Week Hot Chocolate.

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Late Lunch Monday August 15th 2022

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 15:21:39 GMT

Landlords Come Back - probably too late in estate agent Gary Little's opinion and its nothing to do with burgeoning property prices. The Money Doctor John Lowe covered off a multitude of financial matters including working beyond retirement age. Niamh Brady knows what its like to experience burnout at work, now she's helping others prevent a similar scenario. We remembered the late Kevin Behan and began a week of Hot Chocolate...

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Late Lunch Friday August 12th 2022

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 15:17:41 GMT

Travelling light, less is more is clearly best practice now as Sandra Finegan from Globe Travel explained. Former Leeds United Physio Alan Sutton is donating all proceeds from the Irish sales of his book to the Gary Kelly Cancer Support Centre! Tara Walker rustled up a beautiful Caprese Salad and David Sheehan covered off sport. Comedy, our TV Theme and a final hurrah from the Spice Girls brought the curtain down on Friday's fare...

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Late Lunch Thursday August 11th 2022

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 15:12:35 GMT

Deirdre Doyle from the Cool Food School had plenty of advice and some cool hacks for Picnickers. FenuHealth founders, Kate Madden and sister Annie are shaking up the age profile of the Royal Dublin Society committees! Lars Andersen discussed findings from a new survey which suggest Irish parents are among the most lenient in the World? We heard how staff at the Round O in Navan saved a customers life, how Dickie Newell's life has changed and more about the life and times of the Spice Girls.

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 10th 2022

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 07:30:59 GMT

In the context of unprecedented and astronomic rises in the cost of running his business, local bakery owner Patrick McCloskey explained why he has had to increase his prices. Dr Kate McCann told us why Obesity must be recognised as a disease, Geordan Richardson is a young man with an entrepreneurial spirit and did you know our Virtuoso of Vino, Rick Cronje, is also King of the Barbeque!!

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 9th 2022

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 17:06:43 GMT

We heard about a supreme act of kindness for a friend, from a woman who always wanted to write and the evening Olivia called Ken in Duleek! Motoring, our extra special 2 on Toosday and more from artists of the week the Spice Girls...

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Late Lunch Monday August 8th 2022

Mon, 08 Aug 2022 15:29:38 GMT

The heat is on weather wise but how will it be this coming winter? Energy efficiency expert Paul O'Reilly took us through the pros and cons of the heat pump option. Actor and artistic director Anthony Kinahan is fostering emotional resilience in young people through performance. Work Behaviourist Fiona Buckley took us through many facets of the perfectionist in a working environment. We heard from the the Athboy Durcan's who are triple Fleadh singing champions and its girl power from the Spice Girls Gerry's Artists of the Week

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Late Lunch Friday August 5th 2022

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 15:14:07 GMT

A soap star of yesteryear, a soap fan for years, a soap actor come best selling author and our listeners nominated their greatest soap character of all time. Tara Walker rustled up another summer salad, David Sheehan looked ahead to the sporting weekend as we enjoyed more comedy on Friday and brought the curtain down on the Cilla Black story...

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Late Lunch Thursday August 4th 2022

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 15:11:43 GMT

Laura Willow told us of her attempts to reach out to people through social media to no avail? Tom Dillon's Sunflower project is of immense benefit to the birds and the bees! Sinead Burke brought us her keen observations of the Yellow Vest Brigade, Nicky Kyle sorted out gardening matters for the month ahead, Brendan Lawlor is determined to defend his hard won golf title and we heard a little more about and from Cilla Black..

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 3rd 2022

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 15:10:28 GMT

Darragh McCullough offered his thoughts on the future for farming in the context of that required reduction in emissions. Gerry was only delighted to catch-up with West End star Killian Donnelly. Oliver Bradley is doing his best to live by a mantra for his golden years. No price rise when you buy a '99 from Caroline Smith's Ice Cream Vans and we heard another big number one hit from Cilla Black our Artist of the Week!

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 2nd 2022

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 15:29:10 GMT

We reflected on Meath Ladies second senior all Ireland football title, Michelle Gilsenan told us about her totally new career, author Andrea Mara, who has a sure fire winner on her hands, joined us while we looked back on the Love Island finale, revived another 2 on Toosday and heard about and from Cilla Black Gerry's Artist of the Week.

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Late Lunch Friday July 29th 2022

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 15:04:55 GMT

It's a family affair this Meath Ladies phenomenon! Irene Gahan delivered her recommended reads, Rick Cronje matched the vino, David Sheehan previewed and predicted the sporting outcomes while Seamus Farrelly celebrates 30 years on the ai!. Comedy, TV theme and the curtain came down on a week of Bananarama..

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Late Lunch Thursday July 28th 2022

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 15:04:34 GMT

New Meath boss Colm O'Rourke speaks about his appointment, Dr Mary O'Kane welcomes children starting school later, the mystery of the missing mannequin, songs and poems dedicated to the women of Meath, a Love Island finale party, that sunflower reveal and Robert De Niro's waiting for you know who!

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 27th 2022

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 15:09:51 GMT

Navan Soup Kitchen won't be able to continue without assistance as founder Mark O'Neill explained. Cathy Kelly's new book The Wedding Party has just made it to Number One on the bestsellers chart her 21st to make top spot! Pharmacist Kathy Maher was a mine of information about expiry dates on medicines, pills, creams and lotions. Declan Cleary's daughter Aoibhin will line out for Meath in Croke Park on Sunday and he's rightly so proud! And we heard more about and from our Artists of the Week Bananarama

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 26th 2022

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 15:10:33 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh told of the new vaccines on the way against Covid while questioning another round of boosters using the original vaccines. Colm Lyon offered his vision of the future for Irish banking. Our 2 on Toosday featured the Beatles, local milliner Sarah O'Rourke is headed London and New York way, Jacksie Kiernan is looking forward to another Meath team in an All Ireland Final and we were dancing in the aisles to our Artists of the Week Bananarama...

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Late Lunch Monday July 25th 2022

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 15:01:35 GMT

Cyclist Sean Nolan was so lucky he wasn't more seriously injured at Townley Hall Wood on Friday. Jason McGee warmed our hearts with memories of Macardles Brewery's 140 years in Dundalk. Marguerite Cotter from Phonewatch had plenty of sound advice about home security. Gary O'Meara made a call out for ideas people and off we went with our Artists of the Week Bananarama...

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Late Lunch Friday July 22nd 2022

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 14:59:11 GMT

We heard why there's still a place for good table manners, about a forensic cleaning service, rustled up another summer salad with Tara, enjoyed more topical banter from Sinead, took a trip to the bog, covered off sport, comedy and our artist of the week Cat Stevens..

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Late Lunch Thursday July 21st 2022

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 17:53:31 GMT

A priest at last - Barry White told us about his journey. Through Europe in a camper van during a heatwave - Aileen Ryan and Enda Coll are on some journey! You couldn't but LOVE Barbara Scully, admire Annette Callan and enjoy Gerry's Artist of the Week Cat Stevens..

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 20th 2022

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 14:51:08 GMT

Would you take on your wife's surname after marriage? A cautionary tale about online dating, photographer par excellence Tina Claffey, back to the future at Gormanston camp and another belter from Cat Stevens.

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 19th 2022

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 14:59:51 GMT

Will this spell of intense heat bring it home that climate change is here? Climatologist Professor John Sweeney had his say. The Holistic Gardener, Fiann O'Nualainn, let us in on his ways of cooling down. Liz Sandeman's passion for Dolphin's is infectious and she knows all about our Finn in Carlingford. Singer/Songwriter Lisa Murray is oh so talented and her new single is one to watch! Our 2 on Toosday, Cat Stevens and Gerry's mouldy tale completed a busy afternoon...

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Late Lunch Monday July 18th 2022

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 15:17:30 GMT

A new record holder for the largest Ice Cream Cone - Ratoath's Big Defender? Michael Farrelly puts swimming on the map in Carnaross! Gill Kenny gave hooch the heave ho and is loving life again. Sisters Ruth and Jane Flanagan are creating a real buzz with their sustainable knitwear collection. Meath midfielder Orlagh Lally is so looking forward to another All Ireland final. Maiya McGonagle is firmly focussed on bringing the Miss Ireland crown back to Louth and Gerry selected a real gem as his Artist of the Week..

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Late Lunch Friday July 15th 2022

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 14:50:06 GMT

Nostalgia abounds when it comes to ice lollies, the remarkable story of Dan McGovern, summer salads with Tara Walker, minding our four legged friends in the intense heat, sport, comedy and a final hurrah from Madonna....

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Late Lunch Thursday July 14th 2022

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 20:09:26 GMT

The Centre for Talented Youth at DCU will celebrate thirty years working with young people who have special ability. With a royal seal of approval Kathryn Lord knows what it takes to be a Nanny. You just got to take notice when Kay McCabe speaks about Involve Meath and what they're doing. Emily O'Beirne is reaching for the stars in the world of tennis and after three fallow years the Northeast's Business Excellence Awards are back..

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 13th 2022

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 18:40:54 GMT

Jim Gorman from Holy Family Boxing Club believes his sport's parent organisation is on the right track now despite Sport Ireland and Government misgivings. Wednesday's Child is full of Woe but not today for author Shane Dunphy. Meath is vying for this year's Miss Ireland title thanks to not one but two young women from the Royal County. We heard why rat poison has wider implications for many other wild and domestic species. And our week of Madonna in words and song rolled on...

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 12th 2022

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 15:40:12 GMT

Nicki Killeen told us about an initiative aimed at educating festival goers about the dangers of drug use and abuse. We heard from Our Man in Moscow Alan Moore who has had to leave his radio sports show because of the war in Ukraine. Padraic Grennan's company has found relatives of that couple in Tipperary who lay dead undiscovered for eighteen months. Roger Sweeney called on all of us to be water aware and safe, while we heard another 2 on Toosday and more from Madonna...

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Late Lunch Friday July 8th 2022

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 15:07:27 GMT

Caeva O'Callaghan, who knows the insurance business inside out, dealt with a range of issues on the motor and home insurance fronts. Anthony Sheehy is immersed in the world of whiskey which is oh so interesting! Chef Tara Walker began a new series of Summer Salads while David Sheehan covered off the weekend's sporting action. Comedy, our TV Theme and a final hurrah from Kate Bush..

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Late Lunch Thursday July 7th 2022

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 15:04:45 GMT

Dinny Collins knows how to make Cryptocurrency work for himself and is keen to let others in on his way to financial riches. A new initiative on reporting domestic abuse is to be rolled out in pharmacies as Kathy Maher explained. On World Chocolate Day, Helena Hemeryck from Chez Emily was in buoyant mood. Minding the mental health of our farming community and society in general is on Riona Meehan's agenda and we heard more about and from Kate Bush...

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 6th 2022

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 14:54:37 GMT

Ferry cross to Mansfield made much more sense for Kelly Fincham, Niall Hatch once more championed our feathered friends, Dr Kate McCann emphasised the importance of good nutritious food to wellbeing, Teddy came home and the definitive Kate Bush...

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 5th 2022

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 15:03:20 GMT

Caitriona Redmond knows how to be a smart shopper and she pointed us in many right directions today! Gerry waxed lyrical about a book called "Extraordinary Times", the story of a community in North Meath living through the Pandemic. Nicky Kyle sorted out our tasks for July in the vegetable garden and it was as hot as you like as Gerry enjoyed a "Bit on the Side" with Hilary McGrath!! Our 2 on Toosday and Kate Bush story also complemented all of the goings on...

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Late Lunch Monday July 4th 2022

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 15:06:57 GMT

Elvis was in the building today as Ivor Casey recounted the story of the King from an Irish perspective which he covers so well in his book about Presley's connections here. Irish/American John Shanahan had plenty to say on Independence Day while Frances Mulligan was also in party mood as her family's corner shop in Omeath celebrates it's 70th birthday today! Fiona Buckley explained why our energy levels are so important to effective working. Young and talented, chef Roann Byrne is going places and it's Kate Bush in focus all week as our Artist of the Week...

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Late Lunch Friday July 1st 2022

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 15:05:19 GMT

Tara Tine is upping sticks and heading for Leitrim to live not through choice but financial necessity while Kerry Garcia can't find a place to rent in Ashbourne? Sean Ronayne brought us a flavour of his wonderful wildlife sounds. With a new store about to open in Dublin, the Lego Lady, Kathy Lambkin had a word. Sport, comedy, a TV theme and the final instalment of Diana Ross completed a busy afternoon..

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Late Lunch Thursday June 30th 2022

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 15:02:31 GMT

Storing and using those endless jars and bottles in your fridge, the new CEO of the ISPCA, beware the online lothario, an online anti dog fouling campaign and our artist of the week...

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 29th 2022

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 07:17:14 GMT

Tips, tipping and service charges - Wayne Fitzpatrick from No. 3 Wine Bar & Restaurant in Collon was most insightful! Dr Errol Sweeney, a former FIFA referee, believes sporting bodies themselves must deal with perpetrators of abuse towards match officials. Denis Leonard guided students beyond the Leaving cert and into college, Ann Wilkinson made an impassioned plea for the return of a precious relic and we heard more about and from our Artist of the Week Diana Ross...

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 28th 2022

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 08:34:03 GMT

Dana Holloman offered her perspective on the US Supreme Court's ruling on abortion. Declan Bailey saves the day yet again! No more lost luggage and he's organising help for our Louise who's never off her screen! We had another 2 on Toosday and heard about the song that kept it off top spot. Polio survivor Anne Burns told us her story, Fred's head is bare but it was well worth getting rid of his comb over and our Diana Ross story rolled on...

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Late Lunch Monday June 27th 2022

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 15:44:01 GMT

A distraught mother and her son will be homeless in three weeks as her tenancy comes to an end after 11 years in Navan. The need to stop companies targeting children with junk food is clear when eight years olds are presenting with blood pressure and cardiac conditions? Dawn Finnegan is judging Bellewstown's Best Dressed and her business interests are moving along very nicely too! The need to learn CPR and Diana Ross in the spotlight saw two hours slip by nicely...P.S. Subsequent to our opening interview, an offer of accommodation was made during the show...

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Late Lunch Friday June 24th 2022

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 15:24:42 GMT

Lenny White the original Dementia Barber is doing something really special! Margaret Madden's reading recommendations are always top notch as are Rick Cronje's choices of wines and today it was Rose all the way. David Sheehan ran the rule over sport, our TV Theme resonated with so many as the late great George Carlin proved he's still the voice of disillusioned American's today...

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Late Lunch Thursday June 23rd 2022

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 15:41:47 GMT

Ciara Burke wants a stop put to talking ourselves into a recession, Aisling McKeever is passionate about swimming, a teenage disco in big demand for good reason, the McCoy's are expanding My Life care, the Burke's Teddy Bear went missing and Gerry hopped aboard the Yellow Submarine...

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 22nd 2022

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 08:48:23 GMT

Philip D'arcy is a Showband aficionado with a wonderful collection of memorabilia from that much loved era. Dr Deirdre O'Dwyer explained why good dental care is vital in the context of our overall health. The Neonatal Unit at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda is recognised for a ground breaking project. We heard about a Men's Shed in Slane that's an erstwhile cornucopia and Gerry told us more about that Yellow Submarine..

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 21st 2022

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 08:13:14 GMT

On the longest day and in the context of the Boyne Valley, Anthony Murphy offered his thoughts on the Solstice. Siobhan O'Neill-White brought us lots of suggestions on what to do and where to go during school holidays. Vet Sinead Kelly took and answered listeners questions, we touched base with talented saxophonist Robert Finegan in London and Gerry was on board that submarine again!

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Late Lunch June 20062022

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 14:47:00 GMT

Jen Hogan is dreading the school holidays, David Beggy carries the gene, Roisin Meaney has another winner on her hands while Craig Corr makes an emotional appeal for an angel plot in his local cemetery.

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Late Lunch June 20th 2022

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 15:11:06 GMT

A mum of seven dreads the school holidays, David Beggy carries the gene, a bereaved dad calls for a special plot in a local cemetery, author Roisin Meaney, all hands to the pumps and Yellow Submarine...

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Late Lunch Friday June 17th 2022

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 15:00:34 GMT

Sarah Carey spoke real sense about her observations on twin-track Ireland as we face into an economic storm. Marty Morrissey was his usual loveable self as he brings his party and himself to Drogheda and Kells next week. No codding - there's certainly a way to skin a cat with an amazingly positive outcome! David Sheehan ran the rule over sport, Frasier delivered the laughs and tested listeners while the curtain fell on a week of Tina Turner...

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Late Lunch Thursday June 16th 2022

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 15:06:46 GMT

Litter here, there and everywhere but what's the solution? Gerry Leyden from Drogheda Tidy Towns and Meath Litter Warden Alan Nolan had their say. Scuba diving instructor Brian Herron told us about his passion and made listeners a great offer too! Yvonne Hayes was just great as she spoke about her son Aaron who was born with down syndrome. Cromwell's great defender Tom Reilly is back with another book and What's Love Got To Do With It anyway - over to you Tina...

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 15th 2022

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 14:51:27 GMT

TikTok and its part in reviving the music and songs of yesteryear, a well travelled woman home and abroad, newsreader Eileen Dunne, on the road with Tony Conlon and a type of trail in Kells.

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 14th 2022

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 15:07:21 GMT

No Way Jose! Socks & Sandals and more fashion no no's occupied Gerry, Louise and M&S Fashion Consultant Lisa Smith's thoughts for a while! Sandra Higgin's from Go Vegan World and Eden Farmed Animal Sanctuary challenged Jane Buxton's contentions in her new book. We enjoyed another 2 on Toosday and its nemesis number. Tony Weldon regaled us about Joyce and Bloomsday, our story of Tina the Musical continued and two women who owe their lives to Navan A&E told their stories..

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Late Lunch Monday June 13th 2022

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 15:14:01 GMT

The economic omens are ominous according to Eddie Hobbs, Joan Larkin sets up home in Spain while Christopher O'Brien-Lynch told us about a special Diamond Jubilee! Bridget Mooney-Jones is looking for her rings and we paid tribute to the late, great Raymond Coyle.

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Late Lunch Friday June 10th 2022

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 15:11:25 GMT

Meath GAA PRO Ciaran Flynn spoke about the unacceptable online abuse hurled at former senior team manager Andy McEntee who resigned recently. Rob Brydon brought us our comedy, Sonja Lynch spoke about the link between nutrition and fertility and we teased with another TV Theme. The Money Doctor John Lowe was on the money as interest rates are set to rise, David Sheehan had his say on the weekend's sporting action while Louise knows all about Neighbours and proved she can spell big words as we signed off on Mary Poppins.

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Late Lunch Thursday June 9th 2022

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 15:04:40 GMT

With a significant rise in home burglaries, we focussed on security with new Crime Prevention Officer for Louth Sergeant John Heavey and security expert Mark Woods from Create Security. Susan Kerwin explained why we shouldn't fear Bats as Joanne Dwyer from the Red Door Project told us what underpins drug addiction. Carmel Harrington is almost Number 1 with her brilliant new book "A Mother's Heart" while Alan Battersby paid tribute to business icon Ray Coyle. Linda Keating made a pitch for volunteers to walk the Camino for her mother's wonderful foundation after Gerry revealed more about Mary Poppins!

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 8th 2022

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 15:08:59 GMT

It's been a bad week all round for bikers - we tried to rationalise why with enthusiasts Diarmuid Corcoran and Derek Gannon. Sinead Burke turned her thoughts to Men and their Lawnmowers which prompted Gerry to reveal another of his foibles! Dr Kate McCann took us through the do's and don'ts of staying sun smart this summertime. An imminent tax on emissions from cows & sheep and more from Mary Poppins..

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 7th 2022

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 19:34:09 GMT

William Sullivan told us he will have no choice but to close his Irish Military War Museum because of escalating rates and insurance costs. Annette Tiernan's little luck led to a big bingo win and she's so happy! The One and Only Chesney Hawkes joined Gerry for a lovely chat while Niall Hatch was at his insightful best on a range of birdy matters. Ray Langan offered some crucial last minute advice for students and parents ahead of the state examinations which begin tomorrow. Our 2 on Toosday and soundtrack from Mary Poppins completed the bill...

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Late Lunch Friday June 3rd 2022

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 15:14:04 GMT

Whodunnit? The Jaffa Cake Challenge! Sheila Bailey about the Queen's Jubilee, those Bloom Girls, Comedy, TV Theme, Sport with David Sheehan and Aa sign off on We Will Rock You...

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Late Lunch Thursday June 2nd 2022

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 15:18:41 GMT

At long last Aine Tuffy Gogarty has found her calling in life through death! She's up, up and away but not until all business is sorted in Meath - yes Vikki Wall is heading for Australia. Nicky Kyle had plenty of advice for gardeners, Hannah Rose May has added another string to her impressive repertoire and we celebrated big wins for local designers Mark Hoey and Andrew Christopher Dunne at Bloom!

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 1st 2022

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 16:45:41 GMT

Lottery Winner Simon Fagan pulled no punches as he told us about his gambling addiction that nearly cost him everything! Andrew Dunne's Show Garden at Bloom is called "Hit Pause" and we're all hoping its a hit with the judges. Dave Hewitt is the man who knows all about getting away on a break in Ireland. Rose McCusker told of plans for a new cancer support centre in Ardee. Art Agnew is looking forward to tomorrow in Inniskeen, Jaffa Cakes popped up and another hit from We Will Rock You completed the bill..

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 31st 2022

Tue, 31 May 2022 15:02:22 GMT

When one good turn deserves another, sums up Giovanna Feeley's lovely story. There's a more artful way of eating which makes eminent sense as Karina Melvin explained. Paralympian Archer Kerri Leonard found the going tough on a visit to Porto. Ciaran Phillips has incorporated an old dance hall into his new home, we heard about a timely 2 on Toosday as our soundtrack from We Will Rock You turned up another Queen corker!

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Late Lunch Monday May 30th 2022

Mon, 30 May 2022 14:55:12 GMT

The greatest pain has to be to lose a child - Margherita Cummins told us her story. Sandra Finegan offered all of her experience around the chaos at Dublin Airport and what to do to ensure you make that flight. Inside Out is a summer camp with a difference as Tracey Moran-Russouw explained. Work Behaviourist Fiona Buckley is a big supporter of hybrid working, Jeni Meade joined us from the World Potato Congress and Gerry intends to rock you with his soundtrack all this week...

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Late Lunch Friday May 27th 2022

Fri, 27 May 2022 15:12:08 GMT

Amazing the amount of people who still have and treasure their wedding presents! Margaret Madden brought us more great recommended reads and Rick Cronje chipped in with two cracking wines. Amy Sheridan is heading for the Paralympic World Championships in Portugal, David Sheehan looked ahead to a big weekend of sporting action and we enjoyed comedy, the last of the Greatest Showman and some giveaways to boot...

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Late Lunch Thursday May 26th 2022

Thu, 26 May 2022 14:57:42 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh allayed fears about the Monkeypox virus and Covid variants. Daniel O'Donnell reflected on recent events and looked forward to his first performance at the Pro Cathedral on June bank holiday weekend. Simon Donnelly grows acres of gorgeous strawberries, Rockathon returns to Fairyhouse this weekend, a close call in the Naul for horse trainer James McAuley and another belter from the Greatest Entertainer.

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 25th 2022

Wed, 25 May 2022 15:01:22 GMT

Yet another mass shooting of children in the USA - will it be a watershed? Houston Texas native John Shanahan is not at all confident the gun can be removed from American society. The Bloom Girls Sinead and Alicia Kavanagh are on high doh ahead of the return of the festival to Phoenix Park. Roisin Curtis has and is blazing a trail for women teaching woodwork. They've gone barking mad at Causey Farm ahead of Dogitude and we had more from and about the Greatest Showman.

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 24th 2022

Tue, 24 May 2022 14:59:50 GMT

Saipan 20 years on and the nation remains divided! How the pandemic has impacted on the little ones, getting the most from our people, rip off Republic is alive and well, another 2 on Toosday and a cracker from the Greatest Showman...

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Late Lunch Monday May 23rd 2022

Mon, 23 May 2022 14:54:05 GMT

Delighted to catch up with World Boxing Champion Amy Broadhurst! Niki Bowman knows how to sort out our all too cluttered lives. Cillian Kane remembered his mother in raising awareness about MND. Ollie Butler is over the Blue Moon, Declan Bailey reflected on the demise of the iPod and its all about the Greatest Showman this week with Gerry...

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Late Lunch Thursday May 19th 2022

Fri, 20 May 2022 11:59:29 GMT

On today's show, guest presenter Irene Gahan covered motoring, an appeal for volunteers and the latest in motoring.

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 18th 2022

Fri, 20 May 2022 11:52:42 GMT

On today's show, guest presenter Irene Gahan covers high blood pressure, dyslexia and astronomy

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Late Lunch Tuesday, May 17th 2022

Thu, 19 May 2022 11:47:18 GMT

On today's show, guest presenter Irene Gahan talked study skills with Enda O'Doherty, covered pet questions with vet Sinead Kelly and heard from Paddy Cox who is recovering from his second kidney transplant

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Late Lunch Monday May 16th, 2022

Thu, 19 May 2022 11:30:54 GMT

On today's show, guest presenter Irene Gahan welcomed Luba Healy home to Trim after a 6000km round trip to save her mam and 99 year old nan from Ukraine.

And Navan man Brian Byrne is coming home for a special concert before jetting off to work with Julian Lennon.

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Late Lunch Friday May 13th 2022

Mon, 16 May 2022 11:45:58 GMT

On today's show, Irene Gahan spoke ahead of the Eurovision Song Contest to former winner Paul Harrington and LMFM's own Ken O'Sullivan on their thoughts. David Sheehan chats ahead of a busy weekend in sport and the search for a new animal sanctuary for cows.

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Late Lunch, Thursday 12th May 2022

Fri, 13 May 2022 11:54:15 GMT

On the Late Lunch Show today, Irene covered batteries, the latest fashion trends, volunteering and a new football team for grieving fathers.

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Late Lunch Tuesday, May 10th 2022

Thu, 12 May 2022 13:59:05 GMT

On Late Lunch today, Keith Barry worked his magic on Irene Gahan, Navan is going to Hollywood again and why an animal sanctuary has had to close its doors

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Late Lunch, Monday May 9th 2022

Tue, 10 May 2022 11:45:38 GMT

On today's show, Irene Gahan covered the topics of menopause, Ukrainian children's books and how to save for a house deposit in less than a year!

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Late Lunch Friday May 6th 2022

Fri, 06 May 2022 14:52:21 GMT

The Queen of Clean Lynsey Crombie sorted out our towel troubles! From adversity to excellence at a sport he's only recently taken up - Oran Dunne has a great story to tell. Fiona Malony marked the International Day of the Midwife with us, Sinead Crowley's new book came out yesterday and David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action. Throw in some comedy, a TV theme to be identified and that song from Waitress...

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Late Lunch Thursday May 5th 2022

Thu, 05 May 2022 15:06:38 GMT

It's expensive and there's still no financial support for IVF treatment in Ireland - Jennifer Cimerman, who is nearing the birth of her second child thanks to IVF, made some telling points. The Gastro Gays joined us on the day their new book Hot Fat is published! Caitriona Lambe told us about the new UCD Scholarship in memory of her wonderful son James. Forensic Psychologist Kerry Danes ran the rule over the Staircase which streams on NOW TV this evening. Abby Wynne explained how we all can make that Spiritual connection as we heard more from Gerry about his featured musical Waitress..

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 4th 2022

Wed, 04 May 2022 14:51:03 GMT

Natalie Kelly cautioned women about safety and revealed she plans to open a Dolls House! Sandra Chubb has taken years and a substantial sum off her mortgage. Dr Kate McCann covered off lots of do's and don'ts around getting a good night's sleep. We enjoyed more of Burke's Banter, a chat with Mick Foster and a dainty little ditty from Waitress!

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 3rd 2022

Tue, 03 May 2022 14:55:47 GMT

Aoife Bradley needs a premises to continue in business, Peter Whelan is looking to Save the Boyne, Nicky Kyle knows how to grow, Rita Brogan's in her shed, our 2 on Toosday and music from the Waitress..

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Late Lunch Friday April 29th 2022

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 14:56:36 GMT

Learning to drive and taking the test - Fred Reilly from ASM School of Motoring put us on the right road! Irene Gahan from Academy Books offered her recommendations in April's Book Club. Water craft and safety, an appeal for Ukraine, sport, comedy and a final hurrah from the Bodyguard sent us into the Bank Holiday weekend in style..

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Late Lunch Thursday April 28th 2022

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 15:03:48 GMT

Professor Brendan Kelly has penned a fantastic new book about mental health through the ages. Horse trainer Dermot McLoughlin is rightly enjoying his second successive Irish Grand National win. Gerry Carroll is returning a favour to Ardee Hospice, Donna Vidal has lost her sheep, there's something sketchy about Alan O'Rourke and our week of the Bodyguard rolled on...

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 27th 2022

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 14:57:01 GMT

Athboy resident and Fertility Coach Helena Tubridy has opened her heart and home to a displaced Ukrainian family and all is really good! Martin Duffy told of the indiscriminate dumping at the Drogheda & District Athletic Club grounds. Dunderry Fair is back, Fred Cooke returns to Kells and memories galore come flooding for Gerry with his favourite song from the Bodyguard!

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 26th 2022

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 15:03:48 GMT

Sharon Keogh recalled the loss of her twin daughter Emily who died at birth. Saved the day did Jason Ruane who chased down a thief in the early hours of this morning. Pharmacist Kathy Maher threw the kitchen sink at Hay Fever! Fergal Tobin impressed Gerry immensely with his new book about why we Irish differ so much from our neighbours. The invaluable assistance proffered by the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust, our 2 on Toosday and another belter from the Bodyguard...

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Late Lunch Monday April 25th 2022

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 15:00:37 GMT

Switching banks is anything but straightforward if Sarah Carey's experience is anything to go by! It's all happening at Tayto Park as Ray Coyle explained. Victoria Lacey is looking for another horse, Maria Flynn took a tea break from farming duties for a chat and Gerry's soundtrack this week is from the Bodyguard...

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Late Lunch Friday April 22nd 2022

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 14:58:39 GMT

Holding Hands Yea or Nay? Sharon Kenny is all for it as Gerry is demure!! Delphine Coudray has found her artistic calling in life, Roy Taylor is so grateful for the support from Dundalk for his Watch Your Back MND while Bev Truss just loves her Hedgehogs. David Sheehan previews the weekends sporting action, Rhod Gilbert looked after the laughs as the curtain came down on a week of Grease...

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Late Lunch Thursday April 21st 2022

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 15:04:06 GMT

Adam Cantwell somehow spoke about his brother Aaron who died tragically in a road traffic accident at the weekend. Neil Watters looked ahead to World Record Store Day. Niall Carroll joined us at the launch of this year's 100K in 30 days for Breast Cancer. Barry Callaghan confirmed that the show will go on at Timeless Sash Windows despite the devastating fire on Tuesday. Bronagh Curran's much anticipated first novel is published tomorrow and of course we're always Totally Devoted to You on Late Lunch...

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 20th 2022

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 14:55:57 GMT

Car thieves are becoming more sophisticated but there are ways to thwart them as Dave Robinson explained. Lisa Smith was full of the joys of Spring as she talked fashion, her passion in life! Believe it or not but Santis O'Garro and Ellie Christian, along with two friends, fed themselves for a week on €10 apiece !!! Fabienne Kelly from the ICU at Drogheda hospital, appealed for assistance with their bereavement memory boxes. While Grease is the word with Gerry all this week...

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 19th 2022

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 15:44:45 GMT

What's in a name? A House name? There's stories behind many! An angler needs his bike back, a tribute to Jimmy Weldon and veterinary advice. From pop up to shop, our 2 on Toosday and another soundtrack yes Grease is the word....

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Late Lunch Thursday April 14th 2022

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 07:43:30 GMT

Our Women are never short of an Opinion! When it comes to our feathered friends, Niall Hatch was so informative as usual. Rick Cronje is precisely the same with his passion for wine while in the kitchen Tara Walker worked her magic. A Drama to look out for and the curtain came down on a week of A Star Is Born...

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 13th 2022

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 14:51:43 GMT

The little boy who lost his mammy, a big bill and Sinead Burke implements sanctions, Easter Eggs and plant based foods, 007 and more from A Star Is Born...

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 12th 2022

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 07:23:46 GMT

Turf Wars - to cut or not? How to work your way through the chaos at Dublin Airport. Identical twins, our 2 on Toosday, Motoring Man, the Easter message and more from A Star Is Born...

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Late Lunch Monday April 11th 2022

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 15:09:34 GMT

Energy expert Paul O'Reilly is all for electric cars. however. there are shortcomings which he took us through. Midfielder Orlagh Lally is understandably over the moon following Meath's National Football League win yesterday! Una O'Hagan who recently published her late husband Colm's final book joined Gerry who shed tears at news of Colm's passing. Eoin Mac Giolla Coda reminded us about the importance of preserving our native Irish bee. Out of tragedy comes great good - Gary Costelloe told the story and A Star Is Born is our featured movie soundtrack of the week.

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Late Lunch Friday April 8th 2022

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 14:53:20 GMT

Nadia Vavro brought us up to date about her son Slav's ongoing battle with cancer, Damien Owens new book really resonated with Gerry, Tara Walker rustled up another springtime dish and David Sheehan looked ahead to an exciting weekends sport.

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Late Lunch Thursday April 7th 2022

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 16:00:40 GMT

When four weeks turns into more than two years you're glad to get back as best selling author Monica McInerney told us. Peter Monaghan is making a great job or rearing more than a million snails near Virginia. A thousand up for greyhound trainer Tina McGrane and smiles all round as Tredagh Lodge Day Care centre opens.

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 6th 2022

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 16:32:52 GMT

A potential shortage of sunflower oil could impact on our regular snacking on crisps - Tom Keogh set the scene. Manachan Magan offered a fascinating take on our bogs and the interested parties ahead of his new series on TG4. Dr Kate McCann offered plenty of food for thought about alcohol consumption and hangovers. Amy Dutil Wall has put the time capsule column on the census form to its best use in Gerry's book and we dipped into the Jazz Singer once more...

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 5th 2022

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 15:08:54 GMT

Frank McNamara is back on the road with son JJ following challenging times in his life. Rashida Keenan has been named Irish Portrait Photographer of the Year and when you peruse her work you'll understand why! Nicky Kyle sorted out gardening matters, Sinead Burke fixed her family TV situation, Kelly Conor and her husband have restored an old mill in Dunleer while musically we had another 2 on Toosday and heard more from the Jazz Singer

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Late Lunch Monday April 4th 2022

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 15:02:10 GMT

From Kiev to Dundalk and all else in between, Valeriia Chyzhevski-Price told Gerry her story. Sarah Carey has confiscated the electric shower head in a bid to conserve energy and save money!! Work Behaviourist Fiona Buckley described and offered lots of advice about how to deal with a toxic work colleague. Marie O'Riordan is in New York marking UN World Autism Day and the Jazz Zinger is Gerry's featured movie and soundtrack all this week...

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Late Lunch Friday April 1st 2022

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 15:08:58 GMT

Lord Henry Mountcharles was in good spirits as he talked; whiskey, concerts and war. Rick Cronje brought us his latest wine recommendations, Tara Walker rustled up Pasta Primavera while David Sheehan previewed the weekend in sport. Comedy, our TV Theme competition and a final fling from Mamma Mia rounded off a busy Friday...

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Late Lunch Thursday March 31st 2022

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 14:57:45 GMT

Dr Kielty Oberlin's thoughts on Disordered Eating provides real food for thought! The Money Doctor John Lowe described the Government's new pension scheme as being "too little, too late". She's loving her newly acquired skill but there was a reason why Sue Masterson took so long to learn to swim. Mark McCormack is bringing all of his knowledge and experience to teenagers out Duleek way during April and the Mamma Mia hits rolled on...

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 30th 2022

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 14:58:42 GMT

Kathleen Goulding filled us in on what we should fill in on our Census forms this coming Sunday while Gerry and Louise speculated about what they'd include in the Time Capsule section! Biodiverse farmer John McDonnell has come a long way in his modus operandi while Pat Falvey was on hand to help people go a long way on their climbs with Charlie Bird this weekend. A fitting service for online purchases appealed to Louise as Gerry said I Do with Mamma Mia...

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 29th 2022

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 15:00:17 GMT

Quinzel DuPlessis said goodbye to work and his family in north Louth and headed for the Poland/Ukraine border to help. Niall O'Loughlin is also assisting the Ukraine effort using his wonderful skills! It shouldn't be happening, yet Conor McAuley can't access public transport? Development Perspectives are highlighting the challenges facing migrants in Ireland while Boann Distillery are doing their bit for the environment. We also had our 2 on Toosday and another cracker from Mamma Mia...

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Late Lunch Monday March 28th 2022

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 14:56:15 GMT

Lynn Lynagh and Gabriel O'Brien from REA in Meath and Louth assessed the housing markets in their respective counties. Chelsea Farrell underwent emergency surgery recently for a problem she's been living with for years and which doesn't get talked about much either. Sinead Burke delivered another keen observation of life, Harry Toye reflected on life growing up in the Bogside while Eoghan Bailey told us about the new Inclusion Louth. Oh and its Mamma Mia with Gerry all week..

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Late Lunch Friday March 25th 2022

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 15:57:31 GMT

Nick Edmund, founder of GlobalGolf4Cancer, has been to clubs in the Northeast this week raising awareness of a disease he's battled on four occasions since 2014. Irene Gahan selected a number of cracking Book Club reads, Tara Walker rustled up another Spring dish while Fr Paddy Rushe is Podcasting and David Sheehan predicting the weekend sport outcomes. Gerry rounded off his week of Commitments, with Mrs Browne delivering the comedy and listeners identifying another TV theme.

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Late Lunch Thursday March 24th 2022

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 16:11:56 GMT

We're a nation of pilferers! No Hotel in the land or beyond is safe as Louise, our listeners and Phil McCartan from the Stormont Hotel confirmed! Antoinette Britton told us why she's publishing her late husband Brian's diary ahead of Daffodil Day tomorrow. Liz Carolan gets great satisfaction from litter picking, Luba Healy is so grateful of the support she's receiving for Ukraine while Gerry's Commitments song took us to the Dark Side of the Street...

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The Lack of Care in Healthcare

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 16:14:36 GMT

Bryan Nolan, an end of life care specialist, who works in the Irish Healthcare system, experienced a lack of care for a friend of his in an acute Irish hospital recently. Bryan was shocked, appalled, annoyed and is calling for all aspects of patient care to be reviewed!

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 23rd 2022

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 16:07:25 GMT

Bryan Nolan, who works in the Healthcare system, is not impressed with the care on offer and for very good reason. Liz O'Kane's back in the property game thanks to the resilience that's seen her through many a challenge in life. Kieran Fleming highlighted the worrying lifestyle of truckers, Gavan Ring is performing at his favourite Irish venue right here in the Northeast and we heard another classic from the Commitments..

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 22nd 2022

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 16:05:08 GMT

Nataliia Zhytariuk, who fled Kiev on the day the war started and is now living in Ratoath with her sister's family, told us her story. With interest rates on the rise should mortgage holders fix or float - Money Doctor John Lowe advised. Pat Harty, who contracted Covid in the Spring of 2020, is dealing with a multiple of subsequent health challenges. Myles Nolan reassured Louise who is fearful of spiders, we heard about our Two on Toosday and what prevented it making Numero Uno as Gerry spun another cracker from the commitments...

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Late Lunch Monday March 21st 2022

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 16:11:08 GMT

Little Zoe Murphy understands how much she's loved, following a nasty incident at the Louth derby on Friday night last in Drogheda. Paul O'Reilly put us on the right track to become more energy efficient. Aidan Ring expressed concern about a proposed discharge into the river Boyne from a Dawn Meats plant, Stabannon Parnells are giving away a wedding, a group of young people from Trim will never forget St Patrick's Day in Paris while Gerry began a week of Commitments (the music type)..

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 16th 2022

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 16:04:40 GMT

On the eve of our National Day, no better time to talk about the greening of the White House with Lynne Kelleher and the Smyth's, Tommy and Treasa, in New York city ahead of the annual parade on 5th Avenue. Marian Fossett of circus dynasty paid a lovely tribute the the greatest showman Tom Duffy who has passed away. Sabina Brennan whetted the appetite for her documentary about migraine that airs tomorrow on LMFM, Diarmuid Corcoran told us about Kells Road Club's aim to set a new motorbike record and Doris Day delivered the Black Hills of Dakota in her own inimitable way...

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 15th 2022

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 16:12:34 GMT

Back in Louth, safe and sound from the Ukraine with his family, Brendan Murphy is relieved yet sad that he has had to leave his home from home. Fr Paul Byrne's choice of LPG fuelled car has proved to be inspired! Veterinarian Sinead Kelly answered the call from pet lovers, Anne Hodge loves her Curating job at the National Gallery, we enjoyed another 2 on Toosday and a classic from Calamity Jane.

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Late Lunch Monday March 14th 2022

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 16:07:52 GMT

Leon Blanche tipped us off ahead of the Cheltenham Festival which begins tomorrow. With the people of Ukraine in mind, Sandra Finegan was cautious yet upbeat about getting away this summer. Domhnall Lennon is just back from delivering aid into Poland, Ronan Collins is on the road again with his Reeling in the Years Showband Show, Susan McGovern's new book was inspired by her grandchildren and pets while it was Whip Crack Away with Gerry's soundtrack pick...

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Late Lunch Friday March 11th 2022

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 16:01:45 GMT

Soon to retire Louth Garda Chief Superintendent Christy Mangan reflected on his forty year career. Declan Bailey reviewed the latest Apple suite of new products. Tara Walker rustled up another simple Spring dish, Angela Ryan told us how she loves her engineering work with Irish Water and David Sheehan looked ahead to a busy sporting weekend. We also enjoyed Michael McIntyre's comedy, puzzled many with our TV theme and signed off with another belter from Dirty Dancing!

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Late Lunch Thursday March 10th 2022

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 19:19:16 GMT

The cost of fuel at the pumps varies quite a lot from place to place as listeners responded with prices from across the Northeast. What an uplifting story Jennifer Drum told of her search for Yaroslav in the Ukraine. Dr Ken Whelan made his pitch for Saltwater Detectives, David Hegarty calmed the atmosphere, Charlie Coakley told of Irish Water's commitment to sustainability and Gerry gave a spin to THE song from Dirty Dancing...

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 9th 2022

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 17:44:15 GMT

Mia Doring reflected on her years of sexual exploitation and recovery, Tony Conlon reminded us of fuel economy tips as Donal Waters and Noel Stewart from Blackstone Motors joined in our monthly Motoring feature. Niamh McDonnell is fermenting foods, Matt Thomson is working hard to conserve water which we all can assist with and it was Hey Baby from Dirty Dancing....

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 8th 2022

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 16:06:23 GMT

On International Women's Day it was women all the way on Late Lunch today as Banban Goulding spoke about the positive influence her mother Dr Moira Woods has had on her and women's matters in general in Ireland. Luba Healy brought us a ray of hope from Ukraine as her mother and grandmother received an unexpected gift. Sisters Lesa Malone and Nora Morris told us what its like to run a business with all women employees. Angela Gargan is looking for more women to become involved in cycling and local politician Yemi Adenuga spoke powerfully from the perspective of an immigrant woman. Maria O'Dwyer encouraged women to consider a career in engineering while our 2 on Toosday and Soundtrack from Dirty Dancing all came from women!

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Late Lunch Monday March 7th 2022

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 18:42:11 GMT

Politico journalist Suzanne Lynch is at the heart of Europe in Brussels from where she offered her thoughts on the continent's first major conflict since World War ll. Charlie Lamson from the Irish Red Cross thanked Irish people for the €12 million donated for aid to Ukraine in recent days. Jean Woods made an impassioned appeal for help to send her teenage son Stephen to Texas for life saving treatment. Ahead of International Women's Day tomorrow, Fiona Buckley spoke about breaking the bias in the workplace. Hazel Revington is so upset at discovering four dead Buzzards which she believes were shot. Donal Heaney from Irish Water is a big advocate of the "think before you flush" campaign and Gerry rolled out his first song from this week's soundtrack of Dirty Dancing.

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Late Lunch Friday March 4th 2022

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 16:21:23 GMT

He made it out of Ukraine and into Poland but Louth man Brendan Murphy has mixed emotions. Nicky Kyle had lots to say and advise on as the gardening season ratchets up. Tara Walker brought us the first of her Spring dishes, David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's soccer action, we enjoyed comedy and a final song from Sing!

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Late Lunch Thursday March 3rd 2022

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 17:45:55 GMT

On World Book Day we were joined by Irene Gahan from Academy Books and children's author Emer Conlon. Niall Hatch from Birdwatch Ireland ran the rule over the Corvid family. Sarah Mallon and Lorna Cooney looked ahead to Enterprise week, Oliver Usher told us about a unique auction and Gerry's feature on the movie Sing continued..

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 2nd 2022

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 15:58:26 GMT

Dr Mary O'Kane advised on how to deal with and talk about the war in Ukraine to our children while our medical doctor Kate McCann focused on viral infections in young children and those new IV Drip therapies now on offer in Ireland. Fr Paddy Rushe reflected on Ukraine too and other matters at the beginning of the Lenten season. We had a chat with a husband and wife window cleaning team and heard more from and about Gerry's featured soundtrack from the movie SING!

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 1st 2022

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 16:03:10 GMT

Gerry always enjoys the banter with the brilliant Neil Delamere! Professor John Sweeney put the latest dire climate report in context, Mary Cunningham told how she now struggles for every breath while Abby Wynne advised how important it is to be grounded at this stressful time. We also heard another 2 on Toosday and a cracker from our featured movie soundtrack which featured in the movie Sing.

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Late Lunch Monday February 28th 2022

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 16:30:22 GMT

Luba Healy, who lives in Trim, is ringing her mother Nina in the Ukraine every three hours to check on her and her 98 year old grandmother Galina's safety - a truly shocking situation. David Hegarty imparted some of his years of wisdom about how to keep healthy and well as we move through life. Niall O'Reilly told us about Waivlength, his new autonomous social media platform in the making. Jordan Lynn is delighted she's emerging from restrictive Covid times and Gerry picked a cracker the soundtrack from "Sing" this week.

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Late Lunch Friday February 25th, 2022

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 15:57:04 GMT

On today's show, we heard how Brendan Murphy had to chillingly end his call from Kyiv after spotting a warplane overhead.

We also talked about the situation with the Women with Opinions while end of month calls about wine and books were also covered.

As usual, David Sheehan gave us his sports preview of the week.

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Brendan Murphy fearing for his life in Ukraine

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 16:19:10 GMT

As Russia invades Kyiv, Louth native Brendan Murphy shares his fears on how he and his family may not escape as Russian forces close in.

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Late Lunch, Thursday, February 24th 2022

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 16:13:34 GMT

On today's show, money expert Eoin McGee talks finances. On a day that Russian forces invaded Ukraine, Gerry talked to two men with Louth links who are on the ground in Kyiv and Moscow.

An uplifting tale of a pet crow and Drogheda legend guitarist Paddy Goodwin collaborates with Paul Brady on a new song

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 23rd 2022

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 16:15:02 GMT

With war looming in Europe, we were joined by two local men based in Moscow and Kiev respectively. Alan Moore spoke from a Russian perspective with Brendan Murphy offering his take from the Ukrainian side and sadly it makes for worrying listening. Niall Kierans is closing the doors of his family business after 104 years, Ruairi Smyth reminded us that image can be fake and Gerry rolled on with his feature on Jersey Boys.

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Late Lunch Monday February 22nd 2022

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 15:59:05 GMT

Nothing like being ahead of yourself! Yes Gerry in all earnest declared today Pancake Tuesday! Must be something to do with the energy around the ambigram or palindrome that is 220022? Anyways it was eggs, flour & milk with our 2 on Toosday and Jersey Boys thrown in for good measure. Oh and Louise and Gerry went shopping too...

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Late Lunch Monday February 21st 2022

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 16:11:50 GMT

Keith Barry mesmerised Gerry with his Magic yet again! Meath Road Safety Officer Mick Finnegan appealed to drivers to slow down as road fatalities so far this year rise sharply. Vinny O'Reilly is selling Dog Showers? Niall Murphy is back trading the boards, Sinead Burke is longing for that family holiday and it's Jersey Boys all the way this week as our featured soundtrack...

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Late Lunch Friday February 18th 2022

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 16:18:51 GMT

Masks Away - Love Back! School Lunches Sorted, Gerry makes amends for standing up Rachael English and David Sheehan looks ahead to the weekend in Sport.

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Late Lunch Thursday February 17th 2022

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 15:50:08 GMT

Colm O’Rourke and Mattie Kerrigan paid warm tributes to our former colleague the late great Kevin Mallon. Fisheries officers Aoife Walsh and Andrew Crosbie told us why they love what they do. Allen O’Donoghue brought his many years of experience to bear on Parenting scenarios. Lorraine Keane believes there’s lots of ways women can take better care of their Hormone Health. While Gerry rolled on with Saturday Night Fever!

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Late Lunch Monday February 14th 2022

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 16:15:58 GMT

Not a Valentine in sight but lots of Love nevertheless on Palintimes Day on Late Lunch! Shiels & Boylan; O'Callaghan & Smyth; Cooke & McNamee; Louise, Hunter & Cookie; Lily & Misty, all told their stories of friendship as Gerry caught up with his pal Eddie...

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Late Lunch Friday February 11th 2022

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 16:31:29 GMT

First Holy Communion - It doesn't have to cost a fortune if you follow Siobhan O'Neill White's advice! Having an endorsement from Operation Transformation has put further wind in the sails of local business EVB Sport as Lizzie Doran explained. Patrick Reilly joined us from Sweden with all Covid restrictions now lifted, David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action and Gerry brought the curtain down on the Sound of Music.

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Late Lunch Thursday February 10th 2022

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 18:59:31 GMT

With the cost of living becoming ever more expensive, Ashling Lowe from the Meath told Bank told of the struggle it is to make ends meet while Chloe Symonds, the Frugal Mama, knows how to stretch every Euro! With last evening's Lottery Jackpot won in Meath, Fran Whearty and the Money Doctor John Lowe were on hand with lots of advice for the winner. The Ghost Bus is about to roll in Carlingford and Julie Andrews brought us today's song from the Sound of Music....

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 9th 2022

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 17:00:04 GMT

And they call it Puppy Love but buyer beware as Maria Clifford can now testify. Bird boxes at the ready as our feathered friends prepare to nest - Niall Hatch had lots of advice. Natalie Kelly and her Dolls are simply The Best!!! Eilish Balfe is so proud of her little ones and we rolled back the years with more from the Sound of Music.

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 8th 2022

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 16:52:57 GMT

Sarah Behan spoke powerfully about the abuse she suffered at the hands of a Fair City actor. Tony Conlon reviewed the all new KIA Sportage, Kristin Jensen has a new way of publishing cookery books and Tommy Fleming is delighted to back on the road. We had another 2 on Toosday and more from the Sound of Music....

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Late Lunch Monday February 7th 2022

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 16:03:18 GMT

Four years on and Lisa Dunbar doesn't miss her Smartphone one bit! It's all around us and free to forage as Ursula Schloer explained. The return to our workplaces and what it entails was covered off by Work Behaviourist Fiona Buckley and we completed an afternoon's work with Sinead Burke's banter and the Sound of Music...

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Late Lunch Friday February 4th 2022

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 15:57:45 GMT

There's nothing like crisps to tingle the taste buds and take us on a gander down memory lane! Woo Hoo Sue 1,000 days Alcohol free - You're a STAR!! Holly Bryan's the woman to brighten up any gaff, David Sheehan illuminated the sporting weekend, we laughed with the Vicar and swooned to Lion King...

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Workplace Bullying

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 12:25:45 GMT

Organisational Advisor and specialist in the field of Workplace Bullying Jacinta Kitt opened our eyes to this pervasive and extensive issue...

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Late Lunch Thursday February 3rd 2022

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 16:33:13 GMT

Jacinta Kitt described the workplace bully to a T and boy did we get some reaction from listeners! Down Elmgrove Farm way Darragh McCullough is harvesting 200,000 daffodils every day and supporting the Irish Cancer Society too. We also had a chat with Britain's most loved Psychic Medium Sally Morgan, heard of a scheme to train more technicians to repair white goods (boy do we need them) and continued our week about the Lion King...

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 2nd 2022

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 16:06:39 GMT

With postage rates rising again, will it have an impact on sending mail and letter writing in particular? And in a related matter we learned of old postboxes stretching back to the 19th Century that survive and in use today. Ollie Gibson has a Yellow Submarine in Cavan - we kid you not!! The Missing Children documentary is recognised, Dr Kate McCann recognises the importance of social interaction to our well being and singer/songwriter David Keenan is doing really really well....

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 1st 2022

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 17:01:47 GMT

We had some crack about the words we cant say beginning with Gerry and Vebry!! Nicky Kyle suggested seeds we should get sowing now, Paul O'Donnell's research on the generations was so interesting as Abby Wynne told us how to achieve peace and stability in the month ahead. Your 2 on Toosday and another big number from the Lion King completed the bill...

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Late Lunch Monday January 31st 2022

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 16:01:50 GMT

Neil Gibson, Chief Economist with Ernst & Young, explained what's underpinning the rising cost of living. We heard of another case of animal cruelty, while on the other hand, good news as the Irish Wildlife Hospital finds a new home. It's obvious why Oliver Gilsenan really loves Joe Dolan, John McMahon's love for Ardee, Boston and family really came across, Sinead Burke once more cast her observant gaze on life and Gerry was childlike(what's new) as he began a week about the Lion King....

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Late Lunch Friday January 28th 2022

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 15:55:31 GMT

Aoife O'Brien is certainly living her mantra to be "Happier at Work" as she runs her business from Tenerife! Margaret Madden provided the books, Rick Cronje chipped in with his wines, David Sheehan covered off sport with our competition, comedy and music from Top Gun rounding off a fantastic Friday...

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Late Lunch Thursday January 27th 2022

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 16:44:33 GMT

Sarah Hourigan has found solace and a whole new career in nature, Dolores Whelan is all set to celebrate St Brigid's Festival, Rachel Graham nurtures the body, Roisin Curtis has a brilliant concept to raise mental health awareness and our story of Top Gun rolled on...

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 26th 2022

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 15:58:25 GMT

Coinciding with our "Call This Out" campaign around women's safety, the Irish Sun's Crime Editor Stephen Breen, reminded us about a forgotten murder and areas of life where we can all make a difference. Professor Rose Anne Kenny had plenty of advice on how to live a longer and healthier life. Clare Copas knows all about data protection, Pauline Ashwood is buzzing about the return of the Drogheda Classical Music concert series and we enjoyed more about Top Gun.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 25th 2022

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 16:07:27 GMT

Goodbye to all that or is it? Professor Paul Moynagh gave us his usual solid opinion, analysis and advice as the Pandemic takes a turn for the better in Ireland. We also heard from our friends involved in the travel and entertainment industries as they looked forward to better times. Drogheda Dolls have just gone and done it again as Natalie Kelly explained, we had another Two on Toosday and a big love ballad from Top G our featured movie soundtrack...

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Late Lunch Monday January 24th 2022

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 16:04:39 GMT

Michael Hughes and Damien Clarke are understandably so pleased restrictions have been lifted, Kerry Barratt is successfully bartering her way through life, Rory O'Connor has a very funny book in the making and Gerry remembered the late Colm Keane....

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Late Lunch Friday January 21st 2022

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 16:04:11 GMT

They sure know how to get people talking, yes Ciara Burke and Carmel McCarthy are never short of an opinion! Wasn't Santis O'Garro so honest and inspiring in the manner she tackled her debt? Brendan Walsh who fronted Ireland's number one Meat Loaf tribute band, told us of the day he almost met his idol! Balbriggan a new hub of music and song, our sporting preview, comedy and that iconic song from Les Miserables ...

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Late Lunch Thursday January 20th 2022

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 16:02:56 GMT

Great listening to more wonderful stories from listeners who were reared in big families! We also heard great Tidings about luxury accessories designer Niamh Gillespie, Rachel Graham had more great advice about nutrition while Oliver Hoey is ten years selling eggs from a vending machine and now you don't need that yolk called cash anymore - Boom Boom!!

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 19th 2022

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 16:01:53 GMT

A family of sixteen and not a bother to the McKeowns from Knockbridge as third youngest Louise told us! Now our Louise knows what a Jelly Bag is - yes we're all always learning on Late Lunch! The Money Doctor John Lowe offered wonderful financial advice for the year ahead, Triona Doherty opened Gerry's eyes to the Gospels of St. Luke while band member Maria Clarke and many others are rightly buzzing about Fuzz Gigolo's new single.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 18th 2022

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 16:05:57 GMT

Imagine living with a chronic undiagnosed illness for twelve years! Claire Waite has some story and tells it to help others who find themselves in a similar situation. Professor Paul Thomas knows all about truffles and is looking for prospective growers in Ireland. Oasis made our Two on Toosday, Conor Kerley told us about his new Covid busting supplement and we heard from a young man who's leading a campaign to clean up dog poo from our streets. Did anyone see a missing Peacock round Dunmoe and yes our Master of Ceremonies delighted in Master of the House from Les Miserables...

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Late Lunch Monday January 17th 2022

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 15:58:10 GMT

Make sure you untick the box when you make that purchase online or it could be costing you as our Eamon Duffy discovered! Randal Plunkett told us he will do what it takes to prevent his Dunsany wildlife sanctuary being dissected by the Dublin/Navan railway line. Vet Sinead Kelly had all the answers as usual, Aoife Bradley from My Studio in Navan is changing lives for the better and Gerry was in his element and will be for a week of Les Miserables.

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Late Lunch Friday January 14th 2022

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 15:56:43 GMT

Professor Frank Murray gave it to us straight about the dangers of excessive alcohol consumption. Erin Thomas sorted out our houseplants, Fran Whearty explained how the longest rollover jackpot in National Lottery history would be won tomorrow while Eimear Hannon's resilience came to the fore in tough times for the travel industry. David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend in sport, we enjoyed a laugh with the late great Jackie Mason as the curtain also fell on a week of Pretty Woman...

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Late Lunch Thursday January 13th 2022

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 16:54:54 GMT

Transplant recipient David Crosby has come through so much in his life and now Covid - what a man, what a story! In light of Ashling Murphy's horrific murder, we talked about violence against women and their safety. Rachel Graham focused nutrition and losing weight, Elena Calavia is a firm believer in teaching children new languages from an early age and we heard another big number from Pretty Woman..

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 12th 2022

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 09:17:33 GMT

What a pair- almost twenty stone gone between them! Why we should all review our private health insurance every year, comb over for cancer, a ruse on the price of alcohol and another belter from Pretty Woman...

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 11th 2022

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 16:04:40 GMT

Listening to Professor Paul Moynagh was heartening as we approach the second anniversary of the Pandemic. Elaine Doheny's onto something for sure with her new uGlow concept and App, Tony Conlon did his motoring thing and John McKeown can help us cope with extremes and attain better health using a breathing technique. Oh and Gerry had another 2 on Toosday along with his take on Pretty Woman the movie.

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Late Lunch Monday January 10th 2022

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 17:39:45 GMT

Martin Conmey is grateful for an apology from the Garda Commissioner but believes there's a way to go before he has closure for his wrongful conviction. Siobhan O'Neill-White is annoyed that children are

unnecessarily freezing in the classrooms. Aedin Quirke told us why she doesn't regret swapping digital media for the milking parlour. Sarah Carey was so uplifting and enlightening as she erred on the side of optimism while Brush Shiels positivity can never be questioned!

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Late Lunch Friday January 7th 2022

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 16:00:26 GMT

How much is egg, beans and toast really worth? But when it comes to his beans Gerry has a clear favourite!! Fiona Gratzer is rightly proud of the Unislim family, Nicky Kyle is ready for the off in her garden and David Sheehan is on the ball again this new year.

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Late Lunch Thursday January 6th 2022

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 16:05:35 GMT

Seamus Connolly is still in the market for LOVE and he's a CATCH!! Paula Butler sorted our excesses around the home, Rachel Graham looked after the foodstuffs while we heard how Oldcastle delivered it's very own DIY SOS to a local family.

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 5th 2021

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 19:43:18 GMT

Alcohol free 970 days now and buzzing that's our Sue Masterson! Anne Reilly may be back in the garage but her business is far from where it all began. Dr Kate McCann wasn't short on advice to kick start a healthy New Year. Swallows wintering in Ireland - no way! Yes its true as Niall Hatch from Birdwatch Ireland made sense of whats happened and our musical/movie in focus this week is West Side Story.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 4th 2022

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 19:03:23 GMT

Mighty Man Dermot Higgins, Wonderful Woman Abby Wynne, the keen eye of Sinead Burke and Decorations still up or down?,

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Late Lunch Thursday December 23rd 2021

Fri, 24 Dec 2021 10:28:20 GMT

Ould Codgers, Young Cuties, Christmas Cards are back and supporting cancer care, our Pudding winner and a Moment like no other....

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Late Lunch Wednesday December 22nd 2021

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 18:48:13 GMT

Good mood food, an Olympic champion in great form, a reminiscing expat who's on his way home for good, mulled wine and cocktails, Christmas cuties and an unbelievable donation...

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Late Lunch Tuesday December 21st 2021

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 16:14:01 GMT

He's a real good sort is Conor Hughes and come to think of it Fr Paddy Rushe is a top man too! Sinead Kelly is a walking encyclopedia when it comes to pet problems and Tara Walker's written the book on cookery. Michael Buble's caught Gerry's attention, our Christmas Cuties are simply lovely and the cards messages and donations just keep on coming for the Gary Kelly Cancer Support Centre...

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Late Lunch Monday December 20th 2021

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 16:16:32 GMT

Laughter he does brilliantly! Sing not so sure? Can he Dance? We'll soon find out if Neil Delamere will go a long way!! Great to hear local independent Book Shops are doing really well this Christmas. Our Home Call Abroad today was to Houston Texas, Clare Tuffy is hopeful for sunlight at dawn one morning at Newgrange and Gerry brought us his final Artist of the Week...

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Late Lunch Friday December 17th 2021

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 16:22:01 GMT

Margaret Madden selected her Book of the Year and other recommended reads, we said hello to Nigel McKenna in the Big Apple, Rick Cronje sorted out our Christmas table drinks, David Sheehan previewed the Premier League action and we signed off on the Jim Reeves story

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Late Lunch Thursday December 16th 2021

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 16:05:38 GMT

Art for Arts Sake, Seamus Smyth for God's Sake - What a Man!! Declan Bailey covered off a multitude with his Christmas gift recommendations. We called Sheila Bailey in the UK and she called it as it is. Heard from the Byrne's, Tallulah and Willie,as the younger ones Netflix debut beckons. And we heard more about and from Jim Reeves as those Christmas Cards just keep on arriving for Gerry..

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Late Lunch Wednesday December 15th 2021

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 19:41:52 GMT

Ah those musical Christmas globes are treasured across the Northeast! A Lottery winner believes it's time to dole out the €19 million jackpot. Suzanne Lynch has settled back into life in Brussels but looking forward to being home in Trim for the Festive season. Our motoring man Tony Conlon revealed his Car of the Year, Craft Butcher Hugh Maguire told of new trends customers are looking at for the main meal of the year and Gerry's focus on Jim Reeves rolled on...

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Late Lunch Tuesday December 14th 2021

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 18:42:15 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh brought rationale to the current Covid situation, Allen O'Donoghue calmed family tensions, Fr Michael Cusack regaled and reassured, Gerry spun Jim Reeves and Fergal Lynch delivered Meath GAA stories...

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Late Lunch Monday December 13th 2021

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 19:24:59 GMT

Talk about feeling calmer - Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist Enda Murphy settled down our anxieties with his reassuring thoughts and words! A new spud emerges from fields of gold in Meath, a beautiful seasonal song from two college students and an hello from home to Italy. ,The phenomenon that is Ghan House and so began a week of Gentleman Jim from Gerry...

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Late Lunch Friday December 10th 2021

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 16:05:24 GMT

Who said the tradition was dead? Those Christmas Cards just keep on coming to Gerry who's supporting the Gary Kelly Cancer Support Centre. We launched another annual tradition on the Show yes Christmas Cuties are back! They can draw on 340 years between the four of them and they're sounding as good as ever! It was seasonal sides with Tara Walker at East Coast Cookery School this time round. Sinead Burke brought us another keenly observed aspect of our changing life's circumstances. David Sheehan looked ahead to another weekend of Premier League fixtures and Gerry rounded off his week of Prince in words and song..

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Late Lunch Thursday December 9th 2021

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 16:03:29 GMT

Fr Shay Cullen didn't hold back when describing the horrific sexual abuse suffered by children in the Philippines involving Irish men, what can be done quickly and effectively to prevent it and identify the perpetrators. Grainne McGrath, an open water swimming coach, loves our seas but loathes the nasty stuff she encounters. Aoife McPartlin revealed the plight of Ireland's only Wildlife Rehabilitation Hospital in Meath - they're about to be made homeless! Fran Whearty from the National Lottery reassured us that they want someone to win that unprecedented rollover Jackpot and find a €35K TellyBingo winner in Drogheda..While Gerry rolled along with the story of Prince and his music..

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Late Lunch Wednesday December 8th 2021

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 16:18:00 GMT

Good on you Vikram Singh and all at Sitar restaurant in Dundalk who are giving back to the local community this Christmas. What a laugh we had with Kunak McGann and Sarah Cassidy reminiscing about us Irish - what are we like!! Folklorist Michael Fortune reminded us of Christmas traditions past and present and Gerry dished up more about the Artist formerly known as Prince...

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Late Lunch Tuesday December 7th 2021

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 16:16:37 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh brought us more of his thoughts on recent developments with Covid-19 and the status of the pandemic in general. We heard about a good deed that's enabled the Meath Food Bank to keep on giving. Our own David Sheehan has delivered a Christmas Cracker of a book for all Dubs and sports fans. Dunboyne's been bombed in the best possible sense and the rain even turned purple on Late Lunch today!

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Late Lunch Monday December 6th 2021

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 09:14:43 GMT

Your Heart, Man or Woman's, would go out to Mary Coughlan and Frances Black as uncertainty once more surrounds the performance and entertainment industry. Historian Sean Collins reflected on a momentous day in Irish history a century ago today. Work Behaviorist Fiona Buckley offered advice around winding down at work for the holidays, Sinead Burke brought us another poignant episode of her banter and Gerry rolled out a week of Prince in words and song...

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Late Lunch Friday December 3rd 2021

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 16:06:20 GMT

Whose Bear is Ted? Unmissable - The Phoenix 2021 Annual! Tara Walker sorts some Christmas Starters, David Sheehan makes his sporting predictions and Gerry concluded a week of Sir Cliff Richard...

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Late Lunch Thursday December 2nd 2021

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 16:05:40 GMT

Where to now for travel? Local Travel Agents, Sandra Finegan and Martin Skelly, brought their vast experience to bear on the uncertainty. The Show must go on theme carried on into Gerry's chat with Navan Musical Society's David Monaghan. Nicky Kyle offered plenty of Christmas gift ideas for the gardener in your life, Andrea Mara is delighted there's no homework for her children between now and the break for holidays and Gerry rattled off more abut his Artist of the Week Sir Cliff!

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Late Lunch Wednesday December 1st 2021

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 16:20:38 GMT

Send him one and Gerry will send you one back - yes a Christmas Card!! The annual Garden Bird Survey is underway, Kathy Crinion has a new real catchy Christmas song, Michelle Smith is developing her new business Pip and Pops and we slowed it right down today with Artist of the Week Cliff Richard.

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 30th 2021

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 15:56:12 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh was his usual logical, calm and reassuring self as he spoke about, among other matters, the new Omicron Covid variant. Antiques dealer and restorer George Williams told us how he's had to find a new way of working. Brendan Lawlor is top of the Golfing World and it couldn't happen to a nicer bloke! Brian Browning appealed for assistance on behalf of the Lions Club, Gerry continued to shine the spotlight on Cliff Richard and it was off to Barbados and local expat Darragh Everard on the day the country became a Republic...

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Late Lunch Monday November 29th 2021

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 16:41:31 GMT

No more Sundays for Master of Toys Tony Duffy, lots of Christmas trees at Caulstown and Grainne Blount told us how to take care of them, a new drug for obesity, the inimitable Tommy Fleming, fresh from outstanding appearances on the Toy Show Liam Nelson and Orla McDermott and Gerry eased into a week of all things Cliff Richard...

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Late Lunch Friday November 26th 2021

Fri, 26 Nov 2021 15:56:16 GMT

The toys that Santa forgot - Oh no he didn't? Sorry - Oh yes he did as you told us today! Margaret Madden brought us her latest recommendations in Book Club, Rick Cronje chipped in with the Wine, David Sheehan covered off Sport and the curtain came down on a week of Fleetwood Mac.

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Late Lunch Thursday November 25th 2021

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 16:13:03 GMT

Dr Tara Shine outlined small steps we can all take to halt the relentless march of climate change, Declan Bailey brought us his tips on tech savings this Black Friday and Fiona Daly Perez who's losing her vision is very grateful for the support she's receiving from NCBI. Tom Muckian told us why he's blackballing Black Friday while Gerry's focus on Fleetwood Mac rolled on...

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 24th 2021

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 19:24:50 GMT

Some powerful talk today as Sarah Nic Lochlainn had us hanging on every word as she took us on her cancer journey this far. Bernard O'Connor recalled the horrendous interrogation he experienced at the hands of the RUC in the notorious Castlereagh Holding Centre. Paul Murphy told of his bus journey from hell, Ned Rispin is seeking gestures of kindness for Crann Mor house in Navan and Gerry Dreamed On with Fleetwood Mac...

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 23rd 2021

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 16:01:59 GMT

Sarah Carey made so much sense of matters Covid in Ireland at the moment and another Sarah (Clayton-Lea) joined us all the way from Saigon where she's doing really good! Gerry waxed lyrical about Niamh Sharkey's new children's book called "Leaflings", Julitta Clancy paid tribute to the late George Eogan and we heard more about and a classic from the album Rumours from Fleetwood Mac...

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Late Lunch Monday November 22nd 2021

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 16:02:31 GMT

Lynda McQuaid is such a big addition to DKIT when you understand where she's coming from! Understanding of Sweden's Covid situation is what Gerry wanted and got from Patrick Reilly. David Kieran's well focused on business matters as Dundalk based ZOMA marks a significant milestone and successful re-branding. We heard from Garth Brooks, his number one tribute artist Trevor Smith and it's Fleetwood Mac in focus all week as our Artists of the Week!

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Late Lunch Friday November 19th 2021

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 16:57:02 GMT

Our Louise "Spilled the Beans" or rather Tuna and savvy shopper Caitriona Redmond was on hand to sort out our crammed cupboards. TikTok sensation Miriam Mullins ticked all the boxes with Gerry, Tara Walker rustled up another lovely seasonal soup, David Sheehan looked forward to the weekend sporting action and your host concluded his week long focus on Rod Stewart...

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Late Lunch Thursday November 18th 2021

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 16:08:25 GMT

The guilt factor and mothers, Giovanna Feeley's observations are right on the money! Dr Lydia Devenney explained how the effects of a hangover last way beyond the next day. Kathrina Bentley, CEO of Men's Aid, outlined the stark reality of life for many men. While Gerry was in his element with the wonderful Leah Barniville and Artist of the Week Rod Stewart...

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 17th 2021

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 16:09:10 GMT

Former top whistler Dr Errol Sweeney had plenty to say about the abuse of soccer referees. Jean Baptiste Letinois brings his vast experience as a sommelier and wine buyer to Navan. The move to cremation at end of life has been significant as the people from Lakelands crematorium explained. The inspirational John Moore has published his second cookery book and we heard more about and from Gerry's Artist of the Week Rod Stewart...

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 16th 2021

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 16:26:12 GMT

Our foremost climate expert, Emeritus Professor John Sweeney, who attended COP26 in its entirety, offered his assessment of the outcome. The Boys are Back in Town - Smyth, Coldrick & Byrne and its sure to be brilliant at the Solstice in Navan this weekend! Vet Sinead Kelly answered everything our listeners quizzed her about, Alan Bradley's new documentary addresses a taboo subject and Gerry sailed on with his Rod Stewart story

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Late Lunch Monday November 15th 2021

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 16:04:58 GMT

Former detective Pat Marry played an integral part in solving some of our most high profile murder cases which he spoke to us about today. Sadly its Bye Bye from Tommy Leddy, Barry Landy has written a cracker about Irish footballers who succeeded abroad, we heard why Dunshaughlin is the friendliest place in Ireland and its Rod Stewart in focus as Gerry's Artist of the Week...

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Late Lunch Friday November 12th 2021

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 16:24:59 GMT

We doled out Kindness, Soap, Soup, Songs, Sport and Gerry welcomed his new grandson Harry into his life!

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Late Lunch Thursday November 11th 2021

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 16:16:32 GMT

Gerry's always in his element when Keith Barry does his thing and today Keith combined his mesmerising magic with an important message about men and mental health. Niall Hatch told us all we need to know about feeding garden birds through the harsh months. Anthony Cunningham shines the spotlight on 1957 brilliantly in his and Gerry's book. The young men from rock group NOAH understand the thrust of Movember while our focus on Simon and Garfunkel rolled on....

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 10th 2021

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 16:08:41 GMT

A year on from fighting for his life, Graham Geraghty spoke to us for the first time about surviving a massive brain haemorrhage. She's the woman for the job - Adrienne Reilly the new CEO of Dignity4Patients is settling into her new role. Emma Jane Clarke told us why she's "living the life I always wanted" at Martinstown Lodge. Sinead Burke is on the money once again with her banter and we heard about the fractious nature of Simon and Garfunkel's ongoing relationship which still produced memorable songs....

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 9th 2021

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 16:05:25 GMT

A reflection from Fr Derek Ryan but not of the spiritual kind, rather football matters! It's party time again, however, children's entertainer Eimear McCann is noticing a change in her audience? Motoring expert Tony Conlon reviewed the fabulous all electric Kia EV6 and had lots to say about migrating from petrol and diesel vehicles. Money Doctor John Lowe advised on how to avoid a taxing matter while Gerry gave a spin to Mrs Robinson!!!!

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Late Lunch Monday November 8th 2021

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 16:52:15 GMT

Ann O'Connor, who has the gift of a cure, told us why she has and how she helps adults with shingles and children who have whooping cough. David Allen has a new way of covering off our healthcare needs. Rita Daly and Ann McVeigh, who are busy making Christmas Puddings, whet the appetite and set the ball rolling for our annual Best Christmas Pudding in the Northeast competition. Alison O'Reilly previewed The Missing Children which airs on TV tomorrow and Gerry introduced a week of Simon and Garfunkel ...

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Late Lunch Friday November 11th 2021

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 16:02:44 GMT

No shortage of Goofy Gadgets across the Northeast especially Egg Slicers!!! Peter Keenan believes in Jesus but not his immaculate conception, birth in Bethlehem or 2021 years ago? Tara Walker rustled up a beautiful Seafood Chowder, David Sheehan looked ahead to a busy weekend in sport and Gerry brought the curtain down on his week of Lady Gaga...

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Lunch Thursday November 4th 2021

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 16:33:59 GMT

Aneta Laska, who opened a new coffee shop in Drogheda recently, faces many problems which don't make for easy listening! Dr John Gilliland from Devenish Nutrition holds out great hope for a sustainable agricultural model going forward in Ireland. There wasn't a dry eye in the house listening to Roy Taylor tell us about his new song with daughter Ella. Conor Lennon has had to adjust life as his sight fails, Roisin O'Brien is a doer of deeds as Lady Gaga, Gerry's Artist of the Week, took us into the Shallow...

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 3rd 2021

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 19:35:01 GMT

Development Perspectives CEO Bobby McCormack brought perspective to the debate on climate change. Darragh O'Heiligh appealed for consideration from contractors carrying out repairs on our streets. Susann Sullivan's fledgling chocolate business is taking off, Brendan Cummins paid a lovely tribute to Des Ferguson and Gerry's take on Lady Gaga rolled on...

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 2nd 2021

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 16:15:50 GMT

Celine Byrne was in fine form as she performs again to her adoring audiences, Jimmy Crosby's understandably not puca about PUCA, Dolores Whelan embraces the seasons, Nicky Kyle tells us how gardeners can do more to assist in fighting climate change, Sinead Burke paid tribute to the late Michael McDonagh and Gerry's romance with Lady Gaga continued...

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Late Lunch Monday November 1st 2021

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 18:21:09 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh returned as Covid cases rise exponentially, architect Paul Leech believes we can build much better, Fiona Buckley knows all about motivation, Declan Bailey told us whats up with WhatsApp and its a week of Gerry's chosen artist Lady Gaga....

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Late Lunch Friday October 29th 2021

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 15:01:00 GMT

Most families have had one, some briefly, a while and for years - yes Goldfish stories abounded on Late Lunch today! Margaret Madden brought us some cracking picks on Book Club Friday. Tara Walker rustled up a lovely Carrot, Lentil and Harissa soup at East Coast Cookery School. David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's big soccer games and Gerry broke the mold with his final song from the Undertones...

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Late Lunch Thursday October 28th 2021

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 15:08:00 GMT

Making life safer for women, to do and go about their lives as they wish and free from fear, is an issue that needs greater airing - Ban Ban Goulding contributed superbly to the dialogue today! Lorraine Smith is back on terra firma after years in the skies looking after Aer Lingus passengers. Denise Sullivan is a "Wonder" with all she's been through while Rick Cronje's wine recommendations came from Italy today. Gerry carried on with the Undertones and its been some week or so for birthday girl Eliza Long....

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 27th 2021

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 14:56:21 GMT

Last man standing in a Kells cinema Raymond Lynch recalled the place, people and times, Sinead Kelly sorted our pets for the Halloween mayhem, Caroline Busher has the most furtive imagination which she puts down on paper and we swung from punk to easy listening courtesy of the Undertones and Michael English...

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 26th 2021

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 14:58:47 GMT

No diets no more for Grace Mulvey, auctioneer Keith Duffy was so insightful about the price of property, Kevin Dundon says anyone could make his Barmbrack, we heard how we can all delve into the history of the establishment of the Irish border and Teenage Kicks paved the way for a week of the Undertones...

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Late Lunch Friday October 22nd 2021

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 15:02:59 GMT

Professor Patricia Casey explained why she believes the de-stigmatisation of mental health is a double edged sword. Kells businessman Micheal McKeon has come through many challenges and is justifiably proud of his Park Ri, which employs more than one hundred local people. Another Ceanannas native, comedian Fred Cooke, is delighted to be back on stage! Gerry was thrilled to return to East Coast Cookery School with Tara Walker, rounded off his week of Boomtown Rats and spoke with David Sheehan ahead of another big weekend of sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday October 21st 2021

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 15:16:49 GMT

Nicola Tallant lifts the lid on the Irish crime boss and his infiltration of World Professional Boxing. Mycologist Bill O'Dea joined us live from a mushroom hunt. The Drogheda Motor Show is back on the streets in town this weekend. Sarah McCann's documentary remembers the day Luciano Pavarotti sang in Dundalk's Town Hall and like clockwork Gerry continued his Boomtown Rats tale...

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 20th 2021

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 14:58:18 GMT

President, Taoiseach, Tanaiste, Geldof and more besides all on Late Lunch today courtesy of that man of many voices the wonderful Oliver Callan. She's one of us - yes Charlene Mathieson feels right at home in Termonfeckin. Chelsea Farrell is looking for a man with the help of Mammy and Paul Carroll. Meath artist and sculptor John Fitzgerald opens an exhibition of his new work that's been a while in the making. Andrea McArdle thanked all in sundry for their support for the Louth/Meath branch of Down Syndrome Ireland and Gerry believes the Rats Banana Republic is as relevant today as ever...

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 19th 2021

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 15:08:29 GMT

14 Steps and 9,000 Candles in memory of all who've lost their lives since the beginning of the pandemic - Natalie Kelly is some Doll! Sheena Hattie recalled her son Conor's short life and the invaluable assistance received from Jack & Jill. Siobhan O'Neill-White sorted activities for the mid-term and Halloween break. From the Boomtown Rats to Drogheda Classical just another day at the office on Late Lunch....

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Late Lunch Monday October 18th 2021

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 15:01:52 GMT

You really couldn't put a label on our Louise!! Alice Taylor is quite simply adorable, ahead of the Drogheda Motor Show Tony Conlon picked his marks, a camper van enthusiast meets his kin again, fine young people of Meath are acknowledged and the Boomtown Rats are Gerry's Artists of the Week

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Late Lunch Friday October 15th 2021

Sat, 16 Oct 2021 09:50:18 GMT

Alan Bailey, who was an integral member of the team investigating the disappearance of a number of women in Leinster, reflected on the renewal of the search for Deirdre Jacob. Tara Gerbola is only delighted to be back in the ring, Brian Gregory is some boy for eighty three, David Sheehan did his weekly sporting thing and the curtain fell on Horslips our Artists of the Week.....

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Late Lunch Thursday October 14th 2021

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 21:08:04 GMT

An electric shock for farmer Darragh McCullough, some stories from GAA heartlands told superbly by P J Cunningham, a knock on the door with menace and a local mother finds out her child is immersed in the world of drugs and more about Artists of the Week Horslips....

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 13th 2021

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:11:56 GMT

Gail McEvoy deciphered Budget 2022 in laywoman's terms, there's more than Sea to the Salty Sisters, why there's no Gelato to Melt in Swords, a pain in the leg that shouldn't be ignored, revealing the beauty of bridges in Meath and more from Horslips.......

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 12th 2021

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 15:04:02 GMT

Ciara Burke explains why she's in the Christmas spirit already despite Covid and challenging times finding staff. Pharmacist Kathy Maher talked us through the ins and outs of getting the seasonal flu vaccine. What a woman - Mary Murphy mum to fourteen children with 26 years between her first and last!! Nicky Kyle sorted out our vegetable tasks and more besides in the greenhouse , tunnel and garden for October. Grainne Berrill made a call out for nominations of volunteer leaders in Louth and Gerry's Horslips story rolled on...

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Late Lunch Monday October 11th 2021

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 15:07:11 GMT

On being a Mammy in your forties - Kathleen Black and Eilis Matthews told their stories! Manchan Magan explores the Irish language through his brilliant stage show " Im agus Aran" which comes to the Solstice Navan and An Tain in Dundalk this week. Graham Campbell, Chairman of Drogheda Boys, was candid as he reflected on the arson attack which totally destroyed the club's changing rooms and equipment last evening. Fiona Buckley was simply brilliant as she discussed the transitioning back to our places of work. Horslips are Gerry's Artists of the Week and Eamonn Doyle revealed LMFM's final five in our search for new Irish musical talent.

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Late Lunch Friday October 8th 2021

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 14:53:46 GMT

What a story and brilliantly told by Riverdance Star Darren Casey! Frugal Mama Chloe Symond's life changes are really paying dividends. Multi-Marathon Man Alan Corcoran has done real good, David Sheehan looked ahead to the sporting weekend and Gerry said goodbye to his Artist of the Week Mary Black.

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Late Lunch Thursday October 7th 2021

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 15:14:32 GMT

The case for nuclear power to generate electricity in Ireland is strong and needs to be seriously considered says Denis Duff from 18for0 group. Noelle Rock's new book "A Robin's Tale" is simply a superb concept in introducing children to bereavement and death. She'd just lift your mood - the irrepressible Sue Masterson is loving her new life! Drogheda Special Olympics are looking for assistance with their leaky roof as Mary Black serenaded us with No Frontiers...

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 6th 2021

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 15:12:45 GMT

There is a road to recovery no matter how long it takes to kick your addiction as Anthony Deegan's story confirms. Luke Cassidy's debut novel, Iron Annie, is being broadly acclaimed and there's lots more doors opening for the Dundalk author. No more soaking lines of clothes thanks to Colin O'Brien's new invention. We spoke with Brenda Pieper Callan about breastfeeding and Gerry's focus on Mary Black rolled on...

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 5th 2021

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 14:59:42 GMT

We signed off with immunologist Professor Paul Moynagh, who has been with us most every week since the outbreak of the pandemic. Joanna Blythman believes we're paying the price for what has now been proven to be food fallacies! The most incredible woman, Eileen Rushe, was laid to rest yesterday - today we paid her a most deserving tribute. Fr Noel Kehoe invited listeners to partake in this year's online Novena to St. Gerard and our Gerard has selected Mary Black as his Artist of the Week...

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Late Lunch Monday October 2021

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 12:01:25 GMT

On today's show we heard about an upcoming suicide prevention seminar, how a community came to the aid of a mens shed and we went batty,

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Late Lunch Friday October 1st 2021

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 15:06:12 GMT

Gerry caught up with King of Comedy writing Arthur Mathews, Margaret Madden brought us more wonderful recommendations in Book Club, Rick Cronje chipped in with his voluptuous vino, David Sheehan looked ahead to the sporting weekend, we looked forward to someone winning this weekend's massive lottery jackpot and the curtain fell on Gerry's take on Elton John.

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Late Lunch Thursday September 30th 2021

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 16:37:39 GMT

Hector is back with a new TV series featuring the "New Irish" and ahead of the first show on TG4 this evening, the man from Meath set the scene. The inspirational Marie Fay did what she does, Declan Bailey ran the rule over the iPhone 13 and Apple's other new releases and we heard a touching tale from Vet Nicola Sunderland. And on the day 007's No Time to Die opens, we had some fun with Bond and Gerry continued his Elton John tale.....

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Late Lunch Wednesday September 29th 2021

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 15:07:45 GMT

Frankie goes to Bellewstown tomorrow but today Dettori' joined us on the Show! Ahead of National Tree day the irrepressible Eanna Ni Lamhna had lots to say and enthuse us. He's fourteen and started up his own clothing business during lock down - Charles Kirwan told his story. Waste not, want not and save a fortune is Nicky Kyle's mantra when it comes to food and our Elton John story rolled on...

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Late Lunch Tuesday September 28th 2021

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 16:31:03 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh was hopeful the worst of the pandemic is behind us now. Gerry paid tribute to Eileen Rushe who passed away last evening. Cognikids Ollwyn Moran made it clear that its up to parents to limit their children's screen time. Artist Seamus Smyth opens his first exhibition in twelve years, Sive Corrigan is over the moon about her wedding gift and our Elton John story continued.

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Late Lunch Monday September 27th 2021

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 15:39:52 GMT

Rob Kearney talked sport and more besides as Gerry caught up with the man from Cooley. No shortage of part-time courses for all across Louth and Meath as Denis Leonard explained. Cat and Ciaran Kiveney didn't let the bank putting a stop to funds deter them from finishing their home. Sinead Burke brought us more of her timely banter and its Elton John in focus as our Artist of the Week.

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Late Lunch Show, Friday 24th Sept.

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 14:47:47 GMT

On today's show we heard from Drogheda author Nicola Pierce. That graveside oration in Fair City and how Jack and Jill are helping one local couple

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The Late Lunch Show Thursday Sept. 24th 2021

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 14:37:03 GMT

The Debs are back! Roy Taylor brought tears of laughter and heartache while we learned how three boys are doing, who are suffering from MD

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The Late Lunch Show, Wednesday September 22nd

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 11:53:19 GMT

On today's show with Alison O'Reilly, she talked to Shaneda Daly, a rape survivor who helped put her father behind bars. Alison has gone cold sugar and chats about her new lifestyle with nutritionist Rachel Graham and life as a Guinness Girl

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The Late Lunch Show, Tuesday September 21st, 2021

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 11:51:32 GMT

On today's show, Alison O'Reilly caught up on all the Covid-19 news with Prof. Paul Moynagh. Lorraine Keane talked recycled clothes and menopause. And much more.

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The Late Lunch Running Order, Monday Sept. 20 , 2021

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 11:50:56 GMT

On today's show with Alison O'Reilly, don't panic if you still haven't got your college place, there are loads of options! We find out what lock it or lose it is about. Who is the Husky Whisperer? And lots more.

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Late Lunch Show Friday 17th September 2021

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 15:14:41 GMT

On today's show, we talked to the Scoliosis Warrior who refuses to let her condition get in the way of her life. We were very emotional after Eoin and Irene O'Connor told us how they set up the Heart Angel charity after their young daughter died and we learned who the ginger nut was!

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The Late Lunch Thursday, September 16th 2021

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 14:42:19 GMT

On today's show, how does Laurita Blewitt put up with those two mad Navan lads? Rewilding and a partnership between an Irish Baron and a Wildlife Hospital and it's that time again for Cannonball

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The Late Lunch Wed 15th Sept.

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 11:55:50 GMT

The circus is back! A Meath councillor is embracing turning 50! Two men cross the channel. And we hear a mother's heartbreaking tale about her battle to get to see her daughter in Australia

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The Late Lunch, Tuesday September 14th, 2021

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 14:54:53 GMT

Do you know what laughter yoga is? Alison O'Reilly didn't until today. We heard the heartbreaking battle to get two mothers to Australia where their children are going through a cancer ordeal. And a memorial park for Covid-19 victims.

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Late Lunch Monday September 13th, 2021

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 11:54:02 GMT

A visually impaired golf champion and Meath residents tells how he played for Mayo but penned an anthem for Tyrone! The curious tale of a granny and Irish cheese in Paris is retold by author Domhnall O'Donoghue and how four year old kids have penpals - and they are aiming high!"

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Late Lunch Friday September 10th 2021

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 15:03:17 GMT

On the eve of the 20th anniversary of 9/11, Robbyn Swan co-author of a seminal work on the day terrorism rocked the world, offered us her thoughts. Una O'Hagan and her husband Colm Keane have published their latest book about a female Saint and she's one we're very familiar with here in the Northeast - St Brigid. Nicky Kyle had plenty to say about gardening as Autumn takes hold. Colm McKeever joined us from New York City with his recollections of September 11th 2001. David Sheehan looked ahead to the All Ireland Final and more besides while the curtain came down on Gerry's week of ABBA.

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Late Lunch Thursday September 9th 2021

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 15:17:40 GMT

Our Golden Girl Eve McCrystal reflected on her and Katie George Dunlevy's triple medal success at the Paralympics in Tokyo. Chelsea Farrell has highlighted a size issue with some clothing items in Penneys which has generated much comment and reaction. Nutritionist Rachel Graham told us about her Menopause Wellness Day and the many benefits for women who attend. Siobhan O'Neill-White has a non-negotiable policy when it comes to devices and her children and Knowing Me Knowing You from ABBA was Gerry's pick from his Artists of the Week this afternoon....

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Late Lunch Wednesday September 8th 2021

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:06:32 GMT

The Man of the Moment, Professor Luke O'Neill, was in top form as usual ahead of his appearance at the Hinterland Festival in Kells this weekend. Seamus Clancy, CEO of Repak, sorted out our recycling bins! Leaving Cert student Ayesha Jallali has her results, CAO offer and a place in Cambridge University as she embarks on the next phase of her life. Physiotherapist Paddy Mulligan had lots of advice about a common foot ailment and Gerry continued his focus on ABBA his Artists of the Week...

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Late Lunch Tuesday September 7th 2021

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 15:57:46 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh joined us for his regular feature on the Covid situation, John Lowe the Money Doctor is giving a copy of his financial bible to all TY students and Tony Conlon reviewed the new Renault Arkana. And it was the 39th anniversary of Gerry's 21st!!!

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Late Lunch Monday September 6th 2021

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 15:35:42 GMT

We Are the Champions! Meath Ladies Captain Shauna Ennis and Maire O'Shaughnessy were naturally on a high in the aftermath of their sensational victory over Dublin. Blessed is Gerry among women as he joined 180 brave ladies who raced naked into the Irish sea yesterday in the annual Dip in the Nip. Yvonne McCann, who rescues Hedgehogs, had lots to say about our beloved prickly friends. ABBA are Gerry's Artists of the Week and Paul Murphy told of a development in the baby in the phone box story

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Late Lunch Friday September 3rd 2021

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 14:56:53 GMT

Still sounding as good as ever and in fine form, Leo Sayer spoke about his family connections in Navan and lots more besides, as he also looks forward to resuming the Irish leg of his 50th Anniversary tour. Meath Ladies Captain Shauna Ennis is looking forward to the county’s first senior final appearance in Croke Park on Sunday. No better woman than Agnes Brown to put a smile on your face of a Friday! Is she crazy? Laura Nolan is swapping the ballroom for the rough and tumble of the Ultimate Hell challenge. David Sheehan ran the rule over the weekend in sport and Gerry played out with an Oasis classic from his Artists of the Week….

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Late Lunch Thursday September 2nd 2021

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 15:00:24 GMT

Irish Daily Star soccer correspondent Paul Lennon, who was reporting from the match in Portugal last evening gave us his take on the heartbreaking late defeat for Ireland. Niall Hatch from Birdwatch Ireland was his usual insightful self as he told us all about our fabulous Falcons. The man with the Midas touch Stephen Burns recalled his life and times. Beekeeper Tom Shaw is a happy man for at least two good reasons and the turbulence continued with Oasis, Gerry's Artists of the Week.....

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Late Lunch Wednesday September 1st 2021

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 15:43:22 GMT

Former FAI and Basketball Ireland CEO Bernard O'Byrne has now turned his attention to GAA and its history in Athboy. Live from Tokyo, Golden Girl Eve McCrystal was naturally on a high with two medals in the can and one event remaining at the Paralympics. Michael Cullen has published his late Dad's memoir and its really enchanting! Chloe O'Neill made an impassioned plea for support for Bellewstown woman Lorraine Molloy. Daithi Kearney told of the coming together in Dunleer to make music and Gerry's feature on Oasis rolled on...

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 31st 2021

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 07:03:05 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh saw no conflict between rising Covid cases and taking the final steps in fully reopening our society. Stef Greene is a Meath Mum on a mission to reconnect children with the great outdoors. Fiona Buckley was so insightful and pragmatic about the new way we'll all work going forward. Aine Duff'y's totally content in her new little home and Gerry gave a spin to his favourite Oasis song as their story continued...

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Late Lunch Monday August 30th 2021

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 15:43:09 GMT

Although taking a new direction with work, the inimitable Ivan Yates was on top form and only too willing to engage retrospectively. Sunday Sports Presenter David Sheehan surmised on the implications of Meath's Minor All Ireland victory. Young farmer John Halton, who has been shortlisted for a major UK award, had a word or two. Lisa Kennedy believes in the benefits of keeping a daily journal to children and teenagers. While Gerry selected Oasis as his Artists of the Week this time round...

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Late Lunch Friday August 27th 2021

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 16:35:11 GMT

Kevin Myers was as forthright as ever as he assessed what's happening in Afghanistan and the world in general. Margaret Madden sorted our reading requirements, Rick Cronje chipped in with some lovely Armenian wines, Leon Blanche covered off sport and Gerry brought the curtain down on his week of Stevie Wonder!

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Late Lunch Thursday August 26th 2021

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 15:05:06 GMT

Grace McGeary can't have any more children but she's determined to add to her family. Based in Stamullen, Dominic McDowall, CEO of Cubicle 7,had a chat. Author Andrew O'Connor is so well versed about the life and times of Michael Collins. John Sullivan told us how he came to play Mammy Duck to seven orphans while Gerry continued his week of Stevie Wonder.

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 25th 2021

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 15:07:28 GMT

All set for a day of destiny, Meath footballer Aoibheann Leahy is looking forward to the All Ireland final with her late mother always in mind. Wasp expert Professor Seirian Sumner made a strong case for loving the yellow striped insects! Dr Frank Clarke is onto something with his new environmentally friendly and nutritious dog food. Gerry played his special Stevie Wonder song and Geraldine De Bonis told us all about Holly her prized pooch and now Nose of Tralee title holder.

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 24th 2021

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 14:53:15 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh brought us his thoughts on aspects of the current Covid situation in Ireland. Vet Sinead Kelly proved once more she's an encyclopedia when it comes to answering listeners questions! Pat Kane from reuzi.ie spoke so brilliantly about the part we all can play in sustainability. Jim O'Neill's come up with a fork like implement that can deal with ragworth and the spotlight shone once more on the legendary Stevie Wonder.

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Late Lunch Monday August 23rd 2021

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 15:03:30 GMT

Rory O'Connor had another story and more besides to talk about today. Nicola Culloty had lots to say to parents about dealing with stress in teenagers. Author Andrea Mara's frightening personal experience is the bedrock of her gripping new thriller. We heard of a love story that began in Oldcastle and made it all the way to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. While Gerry's Artist of the Week this week is Stevie Wonder.

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Late Lunch Friday August 20th 2021

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 15:06:22 GMT

Elaine Butler lives life with the future of humanity and our planet in mind which she told us all about today. Professor Emily Oster parents her children in a particular way and millions like what she does. Catriona Callaghan can bake a mean cake and more besides but now she's imparting her skills and know how from Kells to families all over the world! Drogheda United Director Joanna Byrne paid tribute to club coach David Conroy who died tragically in a road accident yesterday. Leon Blanche covered off the weekend in sport and finally Gerry got Stuck in a Moment with U2...

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Late Lunch Thursday August 19th 2021

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 15:21:26 GMT

Charlie Rogers has every ticket from every concert he has attended and our listeners as we discovered are collectors too of the weird and wonderful! Siobhan O'Neill-White from mams.ie had lots of advice to share about returning to school time. Classical Guitarist Pat Coldrick is annoyed that the entertainment industry is being forgotten as society reopens. Toy man Tony Duffy told us about popular collectibles in his store and Gerry's take on U2 covered off the 1990's...

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 18th 2021

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 15:04:50 GMT

Crime Writer Paul Williams "didn't put a tooth in it" as he spoke about a number of high and less profile criminals. Roslynn Doherty deals with lenders on behalf of people struggling to make mortgage payments and she had lots of advice to impart. With Currach racing set to return to Sherries this weekend, Shane Holland told of the reviving interest and emerging history. Gerry continued his look at U2 and Peter Kay signed off with laughter as he cast his eye on everyone's quintessential Wedding...

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 17th 2021

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 15:04:39 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh reiterated his opinion on vaccinating 12 to 15 year olds against Covid19. Fr Barry Matthews will miss his parishioners as he bids farewell to St Peter's Drogheda for his new ministry in Armagh. Ray McManus is really worried for his daughter Aoife who is trying to make her way home from Afghanistan. Tony Conlon reviewed Citroen, Mercedes and Honda marks today and had some interesting thoughts on migrating to electric driving. Singer/Songwriter Michael Brunnock is home from New York and working on an exciting project with playwright Deirdre Kinahan. Our U2 story rolled on and Gerry, Louise and our listeners ironed out the ironing!!

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Late Lunch Monday August 16th 2021

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 15:04:57 GMT

No shortage of chat and memories forty years on from that first Slane Concert in 1981, including the man whose concept it was, Lord Henry Mountcharles. We also heard from Maire O'Shaughnessy who played her part yesterday in Meath Ladies reaching the All Ireland Senior Final for the first time. Eddie Maguire, a Mayo expat living in Meath, was in similarly jubilant mood about the Green and Red reaching the mens final yet again. And in the day and week that's in it, it just had to be U2 for Gerry's Artists of the Week.

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Late Lunch Friday August 13th 2021

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 14:56:00 GMT

Gerry coined today Triskaidecaphobia Day on the Show as local historian Noel French explained the origins of Friday the 13th and his personal superstitions. Pharmacist Kathy Maher discussed vaccinating 12 to 15 year olds against Covid19. Composer Brian Byrne, home on a short visit, told us how he's been getting on since life restrictions kicked in. Leon Blanche looked ahead to the start of the Premier League and Gerry "Rocked the Casbah" with his Artist of the Week's most popular song....

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Late Lunch Thursday August 12th 2021

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:11:00 GMT

Ahead of another big night of European football for Dundalk, we heard from fans with high hopes and the man who'll be calling the action Adrian Taaffe. Claudia Carroll had a "love in" with Gerry, as her new novel, The Fixer, hits bookstores today! What a interesting and informative conversation unfolded as Cathy Grieve told her personal epilepsy story. Low maintenance, nature doing most of the work, no wonder Fiona Crawley loves her bog garden. And Gerry revealed more about his Artist of the Week Bryan Adams....

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 11th 2021

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 18:53:45 GMT

Eileen Rushe battles on thanks to new treatments with courage and spirit beyond belief. Ann McKeown is livid with Louth County Council and their new signs in St Patrick's cemetery in Dundalk. Professor John Sweeney believes we can all play a part in rescuing planet Earth from catastrophe. Stephen McCormack's moving and shaking with the times, growing salad leaves in Meath. James Keogh is shedding the pounds for a number of good reasons and our focus on Bryan Adams continued.....

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 10th 2021

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 15:11:59 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh believes, despite the number of new infections, we're on the right trajectory with Covid! Frank Snowe, who is living with Parkinson's is coping, thanks in part, to his obsession with the Beatles. The Money Doctor John Lowe will sort out your Will and Probate for fifty euro no stings attached. Sinead Burke delivered more of her wonderful banter which had us all really Pinterested!! Gerry continued his feature on Bryan Adams and listeners sent in a raft of gorgeous Sunflower snaps....

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Late Lunch Monday August 9th 2021

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 15:07:38 GMT

All appeared lost when Jack Reilly's prized pigeon Lady Ann didn't arrive back to his loft from France in June? That was until Thursday last when she arrived by car! But where was she in the meantime? Local boxing coach Antoinette Faye is on cloud nine following Kellie Harrington's Olympic Gold! Seamas O'Reilly is on a winner with his first book about his Mammy's death when he was only five. Nicky Kyle sorted out our vegetable garden, Patrick Reilly brought us the latest about life in Sweden and Gerry is a big fan of his Artist of the Week Bryan Adams....

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Late Lunch Friday August 6th 2021

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 14:58:03 GMT

Kathy Crinion, whose family have been hit full on with Covid, appealed to all in sundry to take care and get vaccinated. Daniel Shield's told how he and his friends finally made it into see Dundalk secure another great result in Holland last evening. Ben Pyne joined us for a chat on the day he released his beautiful new song. Katie O'Donoghue's first children's book, The Little Squirrel Who Worried, is in Gerry's book one of the best he's ever come across! Leon Blanche previewed some of the sporting clashes this weekend and we concluded our focus on the life, times and music of Tony Bennett.

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Late Lunch Thursday August 5th 2021

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 15:08:05 GMT

To keep,donate,sell or dispose? What to do with your CD and DVD collections?New to the game, Shane Halpin is a rarity in Ireland being only one of two Cucumber growers! East Coast Cookery School's Tara Walker incorporated cukes into her Summer Salad feature. Peter Gaynor has an idea and penned a song to remember all those who lost their lives to Covid in our nursing homes. While Gerry's focus on his Artist of the Week Tony Bennett continued...

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 4th 2021

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 17:56:13 GMT

Saw Doctors Top of the Pops again and Leo Moran's a Happy Man! Andrew Coscoran's mother Paula and long-time coach Brendan Meade were also full of joy ahead on their boy's Olympic 1500m semi-final. Eilish Balfe told the lovely story of the letter received by the children at Happy Days Montessori in Ratoath from New Zealand PM Jacinta Ardern. Historian Sean Collins reflected on the War of Independence at this juncture one hundred years ago. Paddy Matthews Coaches are rolling along at greater capacity now and Gerry paired his Artist of the Week Tony Bennett with Lady Gaga.

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 3rd 2021

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 14:56:02 GMT

Immunologist Professor Paul Moynagh discussed some current issues in the evolving Covid situation. Golfer Brendan Lawlor is only delighted and why shouldn't he be now that he's World Number 1! Baron of Dunsany Randal Plunkett is doing more than his bit for the Environment. Kells born author Olivia Kiernan has another best seller on her hands in "The Murder Box". Dave Hewitt from IrishMiniBreaks.ie had plenty of great offers for staycationers and on his birthday Tony Bennett is Gerry's Artist of the Week...

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Late Lunch Friday July 30th

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 15:01:29 GMT

Sydney in lock down, no way home for expats, David McCabe from Tallanstown told us about his situation. Gary Halpenny has a very special shirt following Dundalk's dramatic victory in Estonia last evening. Margaret Madden offered her usual great recommendations in Book Club and our Virtuoso of Vino Rick Cronje chipped in with the wines. Chris Nikkel offered a taster about his Bank Holiday documentary about explorer McClintock, Leon Blanche covered off sport and Gerry brought the curtain down on his Beatles story.

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Late Thursday July 29th 2021

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 16:16:37 GMT

Local rowers from the Inver Colpa club are looking forward to a surge in interest following our Olympic Medal glory. Colm McKeever from Meath who has been in New York since 1987, now running his own jarvey and real estate businesses, cautioned that the Big Apple needs sorting out again. McGranes Milk Barn opened recently and doing great business as Mark explained. We heard from three intrepid Dundalk fans who shouldn't be but are in Estonia for the club's European tie this evening. Conor Hughes expressed his gratitude to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital for the incubators that will save baby's lives in Ghana. And Gerry played a classic from Sergeant Pepper as his take on the Beatles continued...

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 28th 2021

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 15:37:02 GMT

Our leading authority on Climate Change, Professor John Sweeney, reflected on the recent scorcher in the the context of the bigger picture. Rachel Graham and Helen Martin have combined their expertise and knowledge to assist women through the menopause. Vet Sinead Kelly sorted out listener's pet problems, Joe Corrigan has a new cottage industry on his hands, Amy Keenan is doing something extra special on the first anniversary of her cancer diagnosis and Gerry's Beatles story continued...

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 27th 2021

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 15:04:08 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh urged caution when it comes to vaccinating children against Covid19. Veronica McArdle was vaccinated in March yet still hasn't received her certificate and she's simply worn out trying to get hold of it! All types of weather are challenging for farmers as Darragh McCullough explained. Anne Frehill has published two historical fiction novels based in Meath, dealing with issues that remain relevant today. Finn, our Fungi of the Northeast, has been injured by water users in Carlingford Lough - we heard an appeal to protect the solitary Bottlenose Dolphin. While Gerry's Beatles story rolled on.....

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Late Lunch Monday July 26th 2021

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 15:06:43 GMT

Our travel advisor, Sandra Finegan from Globe Travel, joined us from Marbella in Spain where she has traveled to experience the new way for herself. Sheila Bailey, from the Irish Horse Welfare Trust, spoke about the recent BBC Panorama expose on the ill treatment of animals at end of life. Karen Lavelle's Soilse Candle Company is launching a new summer fragrance as her business thrives at home and abroad. Pauline McLynn is looking for good homes for Little Hill Animal Rescue hens and Gerry began a week of Beatles in words and song.

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Late Lunch, Friday, July 23rd, 2021

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 14:54:30 GMT

On today's Late Lunch with Alison O'Reilly we found out what working with The Osbournes is really like with show producer Marcus Fox. The adorable story of Kiwi the special needs duck grabbed our heartstrings and we discovered what a holistic parent is!

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The Late Lunch, Thursday July 22nd, 2021

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 15:01:44 GMT

On today's show with Alison O'Reilly, One Foot In the Save blogger gave tips on how you can retire early. A woman whose partner died by suicide appealed to men to talk. A cellist in a field made CNN news and how one referee kept a year long promise to himself to gift a little boy with a jersey

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Late Lunch, Wednesday, July 21st, 2021

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 14:59:28 GMT

On today's show, Alison O'Reilly revisited one of the darkest times in our recent history - the Tuam babies. We talked water safety and cranky kids. A new Britney Spears documentary and how a sibling detected his brother's skin cancer! All here folks!

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Late Lunch Running Order, Tuesday, July 20th 2021

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 15:08:49 GMT

On today's Late Lunch, Alison O'Reilly spoke to Tiger King's nemesis Carole Baskin, ahead of his re-sentencing. One Meath hairdresser drove around the county yesterday leaving boxes of happiness how you will be able to hang on to that valued electrical appliance for a little bit longer!

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The Late Lunch, Monday, July 19th, 2021

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 15:08:35 GMT

On today's show, the fabulous Alison O'Reilly sat in the hot seat for a chat with former Ass. Commissioner Pat Leahy. Edible coffee cups was on the menu as well as birds of prey. And Anthony Cunnane spoke about the importance of self defence

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Late Lunch Friday July 16th 2021

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 14:59:00 GMT

Who speaks for our Children? Sarah Carey believes children have been forgotten by Government when drawing up the new Covid regulations. Postmen Denis Friel and Dwayne Cassidy are up on their High Nellies tomorrow for a real good reason. Alma Jordan from Agrikids had plenty to say ahead of Farm Safety week. Leon Blanche ran the rule over soccer, GAA and golf, Gerry was so grateful to Phyllis Tighe for the gooseberry jam, finished off his feature on Westlife and tested the intellect of listeners with his Riddle on Friday!

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Late Lunch Thursday July 15th 2021

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 15:18:51 GMT

No Panic! There's more than enough fabulous cheese to go round as the Master of Curd, Kevin Sheridan, assured. What a voice has Conor Faughnan who said farewell to the AA earlier this year and put in many shifts on AA Roadwatch which ceased operating recently. Described by Gerry, in the best possible sense, as the "Don" of crime fiction writing, John Connolly spoke about his latest book "The Nameless Ones". Sinead Burke brought us more Banter and Gerry's feature on Westlife rolled along...

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 14th 2021

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 15:03:58 GMT

Having lost her home when the Celtic Tiger crashed, Niamh Sherwin-Barry picked up the keys of her new home recently - some story!! Eve McCrystal is heading for Tokyo with more medals on her mind, yes with gold and silver from Rio 2016, Eve and Katie George Dunlevy are preparing for another tilt at glory. Della Murtagh told us how Roald Dahl helped her son deal with his dyslexia and prompted an idea for sister Deirdre at Causey Farm. Martina Kenny rescued some horses on death's door in Cork, one of whom had an incredible pedigree and now lives happily at My Lovely Horse Rescue.While Gerry brought us more about Westlife and a big bold love ballad...

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 13th 2021

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 15:05:11 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh brought us his thoughts on the latest developments with the Covid situation. Listener Mary made a passionate appeal to Louth County Council to sort out the public toilets in Blackrock village which she described as appalling! Samantha Kirwan told the heartbreaking story of her eight year old daughter Amelia who is living with a life limiting condition. Kathleen Tuite inspired as usual as she revealed how she has managed through these past fifteen challenging months. Patricia called in about the new indoor dining legislation which she believes discriminates against those who've decided not to take a vaccine at this time. Ken Reilly from A1 Boarding Kennels will pamper your pooch for the Big Day and Gerry continued his focus on Artists of the Week Westlife.

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Late Lunch Monday July 12th 2021

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 15:10:57 GMT

Forza Italia! Matteo Cigala, an Italian liviing in Meath and Tommy O'Rourke, a Louth man living in Italy, were both still on a high following Italy's dramatic win over England in the European Championship final at Wembley last evening. Ode to a Tomboy is Emma Jane Leeson's new children's book and its thought provoking. The Money Doctor John Lowe offered advice on borrowing and saving. Dr Niamh Shaw told us that she's more determined than ever to follow Richard Branson into space. Trimfold MD, Eugene Healy, reflected on their golden jubilee today and Gerry kicked off his story about Artists of the Week Westlife!

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Late Lunch Friday July 9th 2021

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 14:55:00 GMT

There’s always hope as former drug addict Paul told how he finally managed to sort his life out in his forties. Representing those in their 20's, Chelsea Farrell featured in our series “Covid Through the Generations”. Larry Staudt has engineered a brand new type of guitar that makes sense and sounds amazing! Emma Kelly told the story of the shed and its song, Leon Blanche brought us our Friday sports preview and Gerry signed off on the Nat King Cole story….

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Late Lunch Thursday July 8th 2021

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 14:59:38 GMT

Never short of an opinion Ciara Burke always stirs the pot! An unequivocal thumbs up from Gerry for Oisin McGann's brilliant new book "A Short Hopeful Guide to Climate Change". It was all about Owls with Niall Hatch from Birdwatch today. Niamh Kelly told her story, we played the song and she won the Specsavers prize today! Kevin Dunne remembered his brother Thomas, who at eighteen, lost his life in a farm accident in 2020. While Gerry moved along with his Nat King Cole story and heard plenty from listeners throughout the Show about England making it to the final of Euro 2020...

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 7th 2021

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 14:55:30 GMT

Ollan Herr believes he has come across one of the solutions to a greener form of transport in the future! Dr Mary McCreery is urging everyone pay more attention to our gut. Siobhan O'Neill-White had plenty of suggestions about things to do with your children this summer. Joseph Levin's song reminds him that his and wife Evelyn's love story defied the odds and doubters. Much done, more to do at St Joseph's Redemptorists in Dundalk as Fr Noel Kehoe explained as Gerry sayed and played a Nat King Cole classic.

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 6th 2021

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 15:02:44 GMT

The uncertainty around Covid-19 continues so we continue to touch base with Immunologist Professor Paul Moynagh. With Wimbledon into its second week no better time to touch base with tennis player Babs Weiberg who enjoys the game despite restricted vision. The new all electric Mazda was under the spotlight today in our motoring feature. Marian Donnellan told us about the song that always reminds her of the time her husband proposed. Michael Breheny joined us ahead of the 26th Drogheda & East Meath Hospice Foundation Golf Classic and we heard more about the Unforgettable Nat King Cole!

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Late Lunch Monday July 5th 2021

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 15:08:14 GMT

Roslyn Dee is not impressed with the narrative about older folk downsizing and moving to a smaller place to live.Sean Collins remembered the life and times of heretofore forgotten artist Thomas Markey. No problem with vouchers of any age when you shop at McKenna Man! What a lovely lady is author Felicity Hayes-McCoy who joined us on publication of her latest book in her highly popular Finfarran series. Noelle Bowe told a touching story about her Dad who she always remembers when a Christina Perri song plays. Gerry paid a visit to Boyne German Shepherd Dog Club's impressive new facility and spun his first Nat King Cole classic of the week....

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Late Lunch Friday July 2nd 2021

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 15:01:56 GMT

Friday sorted with the irrepressible Brush Shiels, emerging young talent Ruby Moss, our queen of green organic gardener Nicky Kyle, the man who knows his sport Leon Blanche and the Police thrown in for good measure...

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Late Lunch Thursday July 1st 2021

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 15:10:12 GMT

Football Association of Ireland CEO Jonathan Hill spoke about the task ahead as he paid a visit to FAI Summer Camps in Meath. Amanda Smyth joined us on the day her much anticipated new book called Fortune is published. Dave Hewitt had no shortage of offers and suggestions for a break away in Ireland. We heard from the Caraher Brothers, Shane and Niall, who have fused classical and country. Karen Coan spoke about her role and the important supports provided by ALONE. While Gerry had a message from the Police!

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 30th 2021

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 14:58:09 GMT

Vintners representative and publican Colette Nugent, from the Market Bar in Drogheda, pulled no punches about the shelving of reopening of indoor hospitality. Roisin O'Brien was fulsome in her praise for volunteers at St Peters cemetery. Before completing Day, 365 Joe Hammel reflected on his 10K a Day. June Tinsley from NCBI also looked back and forward on her organisations 90th year, we dipped into the world of cricket and Gerry went the Do Do Do Da Da Da??

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 29th 2021

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 15:04:11 GMT

Breaking news as reopening of indoor dining is pushed back to which immunologist Professor Paul Moynagh gave his reaction. Finding love in person is back and Matchmaker Sharon Kenny has never been as busy! A massive hike in their insurance premium for the local community center has elicited a marvelous response from the locals. Veterinarian Sinead Kelly had all the answers as usual, Sinead Burke delivered another keen observation of life in her latest Banter and Gerry was out of this world with the Police his Artists of the Week.

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Late Lunch Monday June 28th 2021

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 15:08:05 GMT

Tadhg Mulligan is a fantastic young man who has overcome great adversity in his life, from which, he's taken inspiration to help others. Renowned food critic and writer Dr John McKenna is backing the new Sea Louth initiative all the way. Pharmacist Kathy Maher contributes to a series of webinars about Men's Health for the Marie Keating foundation. Irish soccer international Megan Campbell is really looking forward to joining Liverpool and Gerry kicked off his focus on Artists of the Week The Police...

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Late Lunch Friday June 25th 2021

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 14:53:33 GMT

When an obsession with your body becomes a problem - Keith Russell has opened up about his struggles, found others experiencing similar and solace in his own life. Margaret Madden brought us more great recommended reads, Rick Cronje chipped in with some cracking Rose wines, Leon Blanche did his sporting thing and Gerry concluded his spotlight on Blondie.

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Late Lunch Thursday June 24th 2021

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 15:05:39 GMT

Teenager Ruairi Holohan, wise beyond his years, suggested what can be done to make life better for the LGBTQ+ community. Gerry was delighted to catch-up with author of the President's book series Peter Donnelly. The Cooneys at Boann Distillery are onto a good thing with Silks Gin which is infused with lots of local botanicals and their very own honey! Blondie re-formed and returned with a bang as our Artists of the Week story continued and Gerry paid his own tribute to retiring Countdown presenter Nick Hewer.

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 23rd 2021

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 15:00:51 GMT

Hello Baby! Lottie Lynch arrived into the world by surrogacy just hours ago in the Ukraine to doting parents Sandra and Matthew Lynch from Trim who spoke to us from the hospital. Meath referee David Gough is part of a new GAA campaign promoting diversity. Bessie Connors will celebrate her 100th birthday soon and her family want to make it extra special. Hanna Laatio explained why Finnish people are the happiest in the World! We heard why Good Morning Drogheda calls mean so much to recipients and Gerry spun another classic from Blondie his Artists of the Week.

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 22nd 2021

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 15:01:49 GMT

With the Delta variant of Covid on the rise and society re-opening, immunologist Professor Paul Moynagh offered his usual sound advice. Sarah, Garrett and the Mallon children get on with life but there's always a defibrillator in close proximity and for good reason. Camper van enthusiast Darren O'Brien, who simply loves his Volkswagen, would put the go on you to get one! A four day working week is now part and parcel of the ICE Group's modus operandi and benefiting all. Gerry's focus on Blondie rolled on and our listeners once again sorted out a stinging problem...

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Late Lunch Monday June 21st 2021

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 15:19:51 GMT

On the longest day Majella Fagan emphasised the importance of focusing on the spiritual aspect of life at this time. Colombian Ambassador to Ireland Ms. Patricia Cortes Ortiz spoke about her country and how it has progressed in recent years. Leaving Certificate student Ayesha Jallali was the subject of our Covid through the Generations feature today. Stacey McDowell from Trim Aura Leisure was fulsome in her praise for Eleanor Murray and Gerry began a week of Blondie in words and song.

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Late Lunch Friday June 18th 2021

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 15:03:07 GMT

What could you do only laugh as Ramona Cunningham's old school report resurfaced years later! A book like no other "Waiting for the Miracle" - Anna McPartlin draws from a very personal experience. A bloody month was June 1921 as historian Sean Collins recalled. A new family take possession of a children's playhouse, Bobby McCormack is spreading the word about our sustainability goals on two wheels, Leon Blanche brought us his weekend sports preview and the curtain came down on the Take That story.

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Late Lunch Thursday June 17th 2021

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 15:09:56 GMT

Potholes here, there and everywhere it seems following a letter from Richard highlighting peppered roads round Drogheda! Vinny's back to steer good ship Dundalk but what's changed since Perth's dismissal last August? Octogenarian Mick Connell told us how Covid was through his eyes - what a touching, inspiring man! There was something fishy about East Coast Cookery School's Tara Walker today. We heard about the link between Millmount in Drogheda, the Battle of Waterloo and a new exhibition opening tomorrow. And Gerry's focus on Take That his Artists of the Week continued....

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 16th 2021

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 15:15:06 GMT

Lynn O'Reilly spoke about some lovely nuggets of wisdom for life which she has gathered from residents of College View Nursing Home. A Buzzard attacking people at Gyles Quay in North Louth - Niall Hatch from Birdwatch advised us what to do. Professional cleaner Sue Ryder was so insightful as to what she encounters in the course of her work. Brona Malone has learned how to deal with stereotypical attitudes she has encountered since returning to Ireland. IT for all has been a saviour for so many but especially those of senior years as Smart Start Programme coordinator Dara Macbhann explained. And our Take That story rolled on....

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Late Lunch Tuesday 15th 2021

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 14:59:33 GMT

The joys of a Breakfast Cereal Box and the treasures within are still fresh in the memory as we discovered from our listeners today! And Gerry believes he's really onto something as Louise produced the Weetabix and Custard!!! We also caught up with playwright Deirdre Kinahan, focused on a new Skoda in our motoring feature, enjoyed more of Burke's Banter and rattled on with Artists of the Week - Take That....

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Late Lunch Monday June 14th 2021

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 15:16:43 GMT

Connor Murphy told us how it all came back as he watched the medics work to save Christian Eriksen's life while Advanced Paramedic Pat Smyth took us through the rudimentary of CPR and using a defibrillator. Twenty nine and all his ducks now lined up yet Conor Sheehan still can't secure his own home - a familiar story but so unfair. Pat Commins has co-authored a new book on emigration to Michigan from Ireland in the 19th Century. Pat Clarke encouraged support for Pound the Pavements and Gerry introduced his Artists of the Week....Take That!

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Late Lunch Friday June 11th 2021

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 15:00:45 GMT

What's rare is wonderful - Neil Watters from Classified Records in Dundalk joined us on the eve of World Record Store Day. Organic gardener Nicky Kyle sorted out some issues in the vegetable garden for the month ahead. We were freezing even contemplating an Ice Bath challenge, Eugene Donegan & Friends have covered a Bob Dylan classic, Gerry concluded his words and music of Shirley Bassey and Leo Blanche looked ahead to some of the weekend's sporting tussles

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Late Lunch Thursday June 10th 2021

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 15:08:50 GMT

There are many aspects to tackling racism as Emer O'Neill explained but one of the key elements must begin early on in primary education and Emer is also part of this process. Sean Coffey renewed the appeal for information about his brother Paraic's death in a hit and run accident near his home in Meath twenty five years ago. Representing those in their forties Bobby McCormack kicked off our new feature "Covid through the Ages". We heard about a sleep out at Dail Eireann to raise funds and awareness for a five year old Navan boy and our Shirley Bassey story continued...

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 9th 2021

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 15:13:46 GMT

Wanton vandalism at a Montessori by local children certainly raised Gerry and our listeners hackles! Modern Love have signed an international record deal and release their first single form the new EP today. Ciara Burke is never short of a word and is also organising outdoor yoga with those of an age and cocooners in mind. A self service dog wash, new career direction for Sarah Gardiner, Fred Cooke's hilarious Leaving Cert memories and a tune from Artist of the Week Shirley Bassey.....

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 8th 2021

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 15:00:22 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh brought us his weekly Covid analysis, the Farrelly's new business opened for business for the first time in Kells yesterday and Feargal Harrington explained why vaccination was now a prerequisite for dating! Myles Dungan new book about four killings of Meath men a hundred years ago is a work to behold. Our vet Sinead Kelly cautioned of dogs and unsupervised children in the light of the tragedy in Waterford and Gerry was only too delighted to feature Shirley Bassey as his Artist of the Week.

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Late Lunch Friday June 4th 2021

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 15:14:01 GMT

Fitness Coach Oisin Mulligan is proving a point eating a McDonalds every day for a fortnight. It was Christmas Day in McVeighs this week - no joking!! An autobiography at 30? Brittany McEnteggart could have written two! What a young woman - what a story! The Durnins, who are producing Coole Salads at their organic farm near Ardee, are now in Supervalu. Our own Eamon Dufffy is Bond for a day on Bank Holiday Monday. Leon Blanche did his Friday sport thing and Gerry concluded our Lionel Richie story..

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Late Lunch Thursday June 3rd 2021

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 15:06:08 GMT

Pandemonium ensued as Johnny Og Byrne choked until Gabriel McKenna appeared to save the little boys life - some story! Pat Forde is the man to help you sort out bullies, Sheila O'Flanagan is on the money again with book number 29 and Declan Bailey cautioned about what not to do when unknown calls and messages appear on our phones. Oh and yes Lionel Richie rolled on in words and song...

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 2nd 2021

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 14:58:10 GMT

Navan's finest female Comedian Grainne Maguire took to the stage last evening in London for the first time in yonks and she's understandably really happy! A first aid kit is a must at home as pharmacist Kathy Maher took us through the ins and outs. He was some man for one man no wonder Kells is celebrating St Colmcille 1500! With Hotels reopening today we heard from the D Hotel in Drogheda and the Village Hotel by by the sea. While our spotlight continued on Artist of the Week Lionel Richie...

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 1st 2021

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 14:58:33 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh is optimistic we're at long last getting to grips with Covid thanks primarily to our vaccination programme and its uptake. Dr. Bart Kuczera from Beacon Care Fertility had plenty to say and offer on infertility. Ricky Gerrard's come up trumps again with his historical look at the amateur drama scene in the greater Drogheda area. Life on the outside is far sweeter as Sinead Burke mused and our Lionel Richie story rolled on...

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Late Lunch Monday May 31st 2021

Mon, 31 May 2021 14:58:08 GMT

We heard that the cost of staycations can be prohibitive but there is good value to be had if you shop around. Linda Buckley's search for her grandparents has been successful at long last! Historian Sean Collins reflected on events in Ireland a century ago. Paula Stokes famine exhibition is simply brilliant and Gerry began his focus on Lionel Richie his Artist of the Week.

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Late Lunch Friday May 28th 2021

Fri, 28 May 2021 14:54:00 GMT

Award winning garden designer Andrew Dunne is missing Bloom, busier than ever and gifting a wonderful new garden design to Callystown school - lucky people! Margaret Madden brought us her book of the month and more besides on Book Club Friday. Wine expert Rick Cronje suggested a white and red to go along with a good read. As school's break for Summer we caught a word with teacher Donnacha McCarrick, the curtain came down on Artists of the Week Coldplay and Leon Blanche looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action.

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Late Lunch Thursday May 27th 2021

Thu, 27 May 2021 15:20:39 GMT

Fantasy Premier League Winner Michael Coone, who beat 6.8 million other participants, told us how he honed his skills in Navan! Author Carmel Harrington joined Gerry on the day her new novel "The Moon Over Kilmore Quay" is published. A new craze on TikTok - Dr David Murnaghan warned of the consequences of teens filing down their teeth!! We touched base with Mia Frawley and Rachel Conway from Ratoath College who've picked up a prestigious student enterprise award and Coldplay had us in Paradise...

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 26th 2021

Wed, 26 May 2021 16:36:28 GMT

Journalist Sarah Carey had a very interesting take on social cohesion which she explored with Gerry. The inevitability of change and our ability to cope is the subject of Dr Harry Barry's new book. No swimming on Balbriggan beach this year because of the Gulls - Tom Cardiff told the story. Caelainn Hogan remains deeply committed to the Mother & Baby Homes storysl and we reached for the stars with Coldplay today...

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 25th 2021

Tue, 25 May 2021 15:07:48 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh brought us his weekly analysis of the Covid situation. One hundred years on today and the burning of the Custom House is still impacting as Dr Jennifer Doyle explained. Karen Power believes early educational intervention is the key to improving life for the travelling community. Fiona Hamill-Reilly is lopping her lox for really good reasons and our feature on Coldplay continued...

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Late Lunch Monday May 24th 2021

Mon, 24 May 2021 15:45:48 GMT

A passion for his club - twelve year old Alex Conroy, a member of the club's social media team, couldn't contain his joy as Drogheda United scored a last minute winner against Finn Harps on Friday night in Ballybofey. Another passionate man Ollie Clarke spoke of his life-long following of Bob Dylan who turned eighty today! Our man in Sweden Patrick Reilly reflected on how his adopted home has coped with the pandemic and we couldn't not talk Abba and Eurovision. Chris McGale recalled his association with the legendary Barney Curley who passed away over the weekend and Gerry kicked off a week of Coldplay in words and song.

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Late Lunch Friday May 21st 2021

Fri, 21 May 2021 14:55:27 GMT

Ahead of his 70th Birthday this weekend Lord Henry Mountcharles reflected on his life and times. Eurovision winner Charlie McGettigan remains an avid fan of the contest as he looks forward to getting back performing. Dr Catherine Kelly says the link between water and our well being is undeniable and boy was she so reassuring!eon Blanche brought us his usual weekend sporting preview and the Show was peppered with more about Eurovision in words and song..

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Late Lunch Thursday May 20th 2021

Thu, 20 May 2021 15:20:38 GMT

No flakes for our 99s! Never! But if there was a shortage what would we do? You told us and where you love to get your whipped ice cream cones from as Caroline Smith joined us to reassure that she has supplies. Breda Casserly has penned a brilliant new book about end of life called "Lessons from a Bedside" which Gerry loved and comes across in their conversation. Kristin Jensen has a new publishing house called Blasta Books for those under the radar food transformers - the woman's onto something here! Meath Beekeeper Simon O'Croinin championed the Honeybee and his craft on it's World Day. While Brotherhood of Man were in Gerry's Eurovision winners spotlight this afternoon...

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 19th 2021

Wed, 19 May 2021 16:11:42 GMT

Up Up and Away but not quite yet as Sandra Finegan from Globe Travel explained. Two years on and Sue Masterson is so delighted she gave alcohol the Heave Ho! Michelle Read in collaboration with Brian Keegan have produced a new work around memories of her mother which is sure to resonate with so many. Fr Derek Ryan told of the work undertaken at St Joseph's in Dundalk and Gerry talked about and played one of his favourite Eurovision winning songs

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The Late Lunch, Tuesday May 18th 2021

Tue, 18 May 2021 14:58:19 GMT

On today's show, we got the latest Covid-19 news from the esteemed Prof. Paul Moynagh. The Meath super rare triplets turned one. A Navan man sets new records after running for over 60 hours and we are ahead on scalp advice!

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Late Lunch Monday May 17th 2021

Mon, 17 May 2021 15:01:58 GMT

On today's show, Joan Larkin spoke to local businesses on reopening, why the over 65s shouldn't crash diet and a little Navan boy who badly needs help to raise much-needed funds to ensure his cancer doesn't return

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Late Lunch Friday May 14th 2021

Fri, 14 May 2021 14:51:37 GMT

Jean Murray doesn't believe Covid-19 is as dangerous or devastating as its made out to be - an interesting conversation followed.... Tara Walker from East Coast Cookery School sorted out our perfect pasta! Singer/Songwriter David Keenan is raring to go with a new single, album and European tour. Gerry concluded his focus on rock royalty Queen and Leon Blanche too a look ahead to another bust sporting weekend.

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Late Lunch Thursday May 13th 2021

Thu, 13 May 2021 15:59:49 GMT

Thursday the 13th and there's no doubt, as our listeners confirmed, superstitions of all shades are alive and well! On a similar theme Dr Marion McGarry told us all about Piseogs. Bronagh Conlon is giving away 5% of Listoke Distillery for a mere £20!! New Jersey based American/Irish, first time author, Rebecca Hardiman was up for the crack with Gerry. Our focus on Queen continued and angler Simon Cassidy was over to moon to land and return a beautiful Boyne salmon near Navan last evening.

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 11th 2021

Tue, 11 May 2021 15:21:13 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh had lots of advice for listeners about vaccination against Covid-19. Niamh Farrell is really looking forward to Ham Sandwich getting back on the road. Twelve months on Michael McEvoy is a stroke survivor and making great progress. Tony Conlon's a big fan of the new Nissan Qashqai which he featured in his motoring review. Tadhg O'Brien is Foroige Entrepreneur of the Year and it was Rhapsody time for Artists of the Week Queen...

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Late Lunch Monday May 10th 2021

Mon, 10 May 2021 15:05:20 GMT

Happy campers all round as retail by appointment and services re-open. Nicky Kyle sorted out some garden tasks to do in the vegetable garden now. Gerry enjoyed a lovely chat with author Fiona O'Brien as her new novel hits the book stands. David Malone told us about a Holiday Home which is raising funds for St Mary's in Ardee and it's Queen in the Artist of the Week spotlight this time round.

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Late Lunch Friday May 7th 2021

Fri, 07 May 2021 15:03:21 GMT

Absentmindedness happens everyone from time to time - no need to worry and there are ways to beat it as Dr Sabina Brennan explained. Fifty years on and Ruby O'Kelly has released a marvellous cover of John Lennon's Imagine with an important message. Anne Griffin's Listening Still, a follow up to her best-selling first novel, hits all the right notes with Gerry. Leon Blanche did his sporting thing, we heard another classic from Artist of the Week Petula Clark, our Riddle on Friday foxed many and getting a slot to shop in Pennys was perplexing our Louise

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Late Lunch Thursday 6th 2021

Thu, 06 May 2021 15:26:13 GMT

No harm in cannabis? Joanne O'Dwyer put that myth to bed and more besides. Ray O'Hanlon was so insightful about Irish immigration to the States and its almost totally restrictive nature today. Pastor Philip Tharp outlined what the New Life Baptist Church is about. Clodagh McKevitt is passionate about Carlingford and preserving its history while Gerry continued his Petula Clark story.

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 5th 2021

Wed, 05 May 2021 15:07:42 GMT

Alanon member Pat believes the new minimum price for alcohol will hit the most vulnerable in society most. Simply shocking - Jimmy Smyth was subject to the cruel punishment meted out by brothers and lay teachers at De La Salle school in Navan. Heather Bourke is on a crusade to save the art of conversation while Aileen Carville's SKMMP combines fashion and technology to fulfill a need in the fashion industry supply chain. Emer McCormack joined us on the International Day of the Midwife and Gerry's focus on Petula Clark continued in words and song...

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Late Lunch Tuesday 4th 2021

Tue, 04 May 2021 15:39:05 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh was really positive for better days ahead as the Covid-19 vaccination programme picks up pace. Anthony Murphy of Mythical Ireland fame has come across another ancient log boat in the River Boyne. Declan Bailey talked about the way we purchase, and pay for our phones and network usage is changing. Emma Heatherington, whose new book The Promise has been really well received ,had a nice chat with Gerry. Ahead of World Hand Hygiene Day, Infection Prevention & Control Specialist Tracy Doherty had lots of advice for listeners and Petula Clark is in the Artist of the Week Spotlight!

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Late Lunch Friday April 30th 2021

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 15:05:53 GMT

Our show opened with Anke Morgenroth who makes and repairs teddy bears at Bear Essentials in Cavan prompting listeners to send in pictures and stores about their beloved bears! The next generation of the Maher family are making their own successful way in the world of entertainment but dad Dave was happy to take a wander down memory lane with Gerry today. Our Virtuoso of Vino Rick Cronje brought us a pair of cracking wines for the holiday weekend. Eithne Shortall told us about her new Sunday Times supplement Home which she's editing. Leon Blanche ran the rule over weekend soccer and racing as Gerry rounded off his feature on Thin Lizzy with one of their standout songs...

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Late Lunch Thursday April 29th 2021

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 14:55:30 GMT

Staying the course during lock down - fifteen years on from sobriety Enda 'ODoherty was tested. Perfectly Imperfect Parenting - it does what is says between the covers of Dr Mary O'Kane's brilliant new book which Gerry highly recommended! Historian Sean Collins took us back in time to April 1921 and fractious times in Ireland. Aoife McPartlan from the Animal Rehabilitation Hospital in Meath appealed to listeners not to intervene with young birds and animals. Sinead Burke cast her observational eye n life once more and the demise of Thin Lizzy was couched with another classic...

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 28th 2021

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 15:17:48 GMT

Prashant Shukla, Chairman of the Ireland/India Council and Maria Perry-Mohan, who lives in the Northern Indian city of Lucknow, joined Gerry to reflect on the awful Covid second wave there. Hanna Laatio McDonnell is missing family in Finland but getting on with life here thanks to the great support she's receiving from other women. Ronan O' Dalaigh is on a winner with his charity portal thriftify.ie , Fergal Lynch from the Meath Chronicle is backing former Meath star Eimear Murray all the way and Gerry's Lizzy story moved into the 80's and back to the 70's again with a classic throwback tune...

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 27th 2021

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 15:00:21 GMT

Good news on vaccines which Professor Paul Moynagh welcomed and endorsed. Lorraine O'Donnell from Fisheries Ireland was angling for anglers aided and abetted by Gerry. A collaboration of poetry and music from either side of the Atlantic that really works. Cian Byrne abandoned his bike for a hike along the Louth coastline and Lizzy do Country? Not really....

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Late Lunch Monday April 26th 2021

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 15:08:53 GMT

It's all good at Seapoint Golf Club and Dublin Zoo as people return today! Aileen Rogers did her Dad John Cameron proud as she recalled his remarkable story. Autism Coach Helena Giles gave us much food for thought. Stephen Gleeson told us about niece Abbie and her need for a special room, Thin Lizzy are the Artists of the Week and our listeners advice was forthcoming as usual on Gerry's Kettle conundrum!

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Late Lunch Friday April 23rd 2021

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 15:12:27 GMT

It's official his name is Kevin Costner and he's on holidays from the Shannon Estuary - yes our Bottlenose Dolphin in the Boyne! Late Lunch Book Club - Margaret Madden brought us her Book of the Month and more exciting recommended reads. Interior Designer Lorna Kee gave us plenty to think about for that home office and around the house in general. Leon Blanche looked ahead to the big soccer games this weekend and we rounded off our focus on Glen Campbell with the Rhinestone Cowboy...

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Late Lunch Thursday April 22nd 2021

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 15:05:50 GMT

Queen of Clean Lynsey Crombie sorted out a myriad of problems with; lemon, vinegar and bicarbonate of soda! Mark Canavan's Greenheartcbd company is cutting edge and going places fast - great story! Siobhan O'Neill-White has experienced both hospital and home births and is an advocate for the latter. We heard from an business doing their bit for Earth Day, how Dundalk and Drogheda are coming together to support Sonia Hoey while Gerry's take on the Glen Campbell story continued...

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 21st 2021

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 19:20:13 GMT

A year ago today, diagnosed with Covid, Pat Harty faced into a battle for his life and survived but is still facing challenges on a daily basis. Swallows, Swifts and Martins yes Niall Hatch from Birdwatch Ireland really knows his birds! Rejection is the mother of determination to succeed when you hear Fergus Grimes story as he's about to launch his new business - an App called Score Beo. John M Shanahan joined us from Houston Texas in light of the conviction of police officer Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd and we heard more about Country Boy Glen Campbell our Artist of the Week.

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 20th 2021

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 15:40:28 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh brought his knowledge and expertise to bear on the latest Covid situation. It's book number 21 from the wonderful Cathy Kelly, touching on a issue close to home for one of our most successful and best loved Irish authors. Veterinarian Sinead Kelly comprehensively dealt with listeners questions, Ballymakenny Farm's Maria Flynn is chuffed with their Irish Food Guild award and Gerry rolled on with his Artist of the Week Glen Campbell...

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Late Lunch Monday April 19th 2021

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 15:03:56 GMT

A European Soccer Super League - pie in the sky or a possibility? Paul Lennon from the Irish Daily Star believes there will be change but....The greatest cause of domestic conflict is the division of tasks and responsibilities - Paula Fyans believes men can do more and women must ensure they do for the overall good. Irish Times Washington correspondent Suzanne Lynch covered a multitude including escalation gun crime. A day in the life of a Healthcare assistant though the eyes of Vivienne D'arcy and Gerry is on the case of Glen Campbell his Artist of the Week.

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Late Lunch Friday April 16th 2021

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 15:05:38 GMT

We pressed the nostalgia button once more with listeners as Kunak McGann joined us to recall the street and schoolyard games of yesteryear. Dunboyne College has a new four legged member of staff? Tara Walker put some Spring onto our tables with lamb as the centerpiece. Leon Blanche previewed soccer at home and abroad while Gerry concluded his ELO story....

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Late Lunch Thursday April 15th 2021

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 15:06:47 GMT

Full vaccinated and looking forward with optimism that's Anna McKenna. Nutritionist Rachel Graham had lots of advice about how to provide good nutrition and variety on the school lunchbox. Sian Horn knows a thing or two about succeeding in business and she's now in the business of helping other women. Conor Kerley's Phytafix has been acknowleged internationally with a major award and well deserved too. You told us about your favourite sambo and Gerry's ELO story rolled along...

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 14th 2021

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 14:59:34 GMT

Kyle Carney, who's a recovering addict and lost one of his best friends to a drug overdose recently, spoke about addiction, loss and its challenges. Chris McGale was making millions on Wall Street but walked away from it all - The Million Dollar Irishman is some story. Soup Kitchen founder Mark O'Neill reflected on the challenges he's faced this last year. We touched base with a regular Late Lunch listener in the West Scottish Highlands and heard more about Artists of the Week ELO...

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 13th 2021

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 15:19:25 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh brought his usual sense of logic and calm to the issues surrounding the roll out of the Covid vaccination program. Colleen McNally remembered her son Daragh who had autism and passed away after a short illness in November 2019. The NCT and electric vehicle subsidies were among the items featured by our Motoring correspondent Tony Conlon. A mobile sauna to your door - yes Liam Irwin's Hot Box is coming your way soon and Gerry gave a spin to his favourite ELO song as their story continued...

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Late Lunch Monday April 12th 2021

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 14:57:32 GMT

How to be Happy - Professor Brendan Kelly outlines the ways and means in his new book which he talked about today. Sheila Bailey recalled her time working with the late Duke of Edinburgh. Dr Vanessa Woods is using poetry to advance knowledge about the importance of nutrition in the food we eat. Jim Dreaper paid tribute to his friend Ger Dowd and an ELO hit single began our focus Birmingham's finest!

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Late Lunch Friday April 9th 2021

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 15:02:54 GMT

Shane Kenny's ice cream is in demand in the Big Apple and he has plans to spread the love further afield. Lord Henry Mountcharles was in great form for several reasons and teased of not one but two concerts at Slane in 2022. Young John Quail is showing promise with a blooming good idea while Fiona Gratzer MD of Unislim has had to re-invent her business model with great success.We concluded our focus on the life and music of Roy Orbison as Leon Blanche previewed the big weekend in Sport.

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Late Lunch Thursday April 8th 2021

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 15:18:56 GMT

Dr Daniel McCartney's Vitamin D campaign finally pays dividends, Kate Gunn is alcohol free since 2016 and loving life, Nicky Kyle offered lots of wonderful advice for the vegetable gardener, we heard about real progress on a new Alzheimer's Day Care Centre and of the tragedies Artist of the Week Roy Orbison endured during his lifetime...

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 7th 2021

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 14:54:38 GMT

Rory had a Story of a different kind to tell, Adam Hanratty is developing a new aspect to his poultry business, Paul Bathe's animals are missing their party pieces, the Giddy Box is Tomas Hanratty's new baby and our Roy Orbison story rolled along...

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 6th 2021

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 15:18:50 GMT

They've only each gone and won a house - Colin Hoey and Michael Mooney shared their joy and luck with us this afternoon! Professor Paul Moynagh ran the rule over the latest Covid-19 news. Gerry had an interesting conversation with long-time Vegan Roger Yates. Leaving Certificate student Ayesha Jallali reflected on life in and outside school. Sinead Burke cast her observational eye on our Pensioners and Roy Orbison is Gerry's Artist of the Week

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Late Lunch Thursday April 1st 2021

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 14:56:31 GMT

Gerry's dog Messi was born on April 1st 2011, he's ten today and our Presenter couldn't allow the occasion pass without reflecting on his best friend's significant Birthday! Fish on Friday, never mind a Good Friday, is still a strongly held tradition as Peter Kirwan explained. Former LMFM Presenter Jason Collins told us what life in general and particularly lock down has been like for a stay at home dad. Katie Byrne from Lir Chocolates did the Easter Egg thing with us this year. We heard how the money is still rolling in for Gerry's 40 Days & Nights for Slav with the total now exceeding €15,000!! Leon Blanche looked ahead to the Bank Holiday weekend soccer fixtures and we rounded off the Ed Sheeran story....

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 31st 2021

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 15:01:50 GMT

No shortage of Mugs in Late Lunch Land! Yes you swamped us with pics ans stories about your favourite tea or coffee supping vessels. Stylist Mary Murtagh from the Orange Room is disappointed and concerned that no date has been indicated for the reopening of Hair Salons. Emma O'Connor donated a kidney to her sister Louise Cowan - what an uplifting story on Organ Donation Awareness Week! Rick Cronje recommended a white and red wine for the Easter table. We heard about a special Good Friday Drogheda Classical Music Concert and the focus on Ed Sheeran continued....

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 30th 2020

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 15:30:56 GMT

Gerry brought the curtain down on his 40 Days&Nights for Slav with Slav's mother Nadia Vavro. Fr Paddy Rushe was philosophical and accepting that Holy Week and Easter would be different again this year but still so important to embrace and celebrate in the lives of Christians. There's a real sense of alarm about the discharge of waste water into the River Boyne, Sinead Burke brought us another brilliant observation of life and the Ed Sheeran story continued in word and song....

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Late Lunch Monday March 29th 2021

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 14:56:08 GMT

Soccer Writer Paul Lennon reflected on the Finding Jack Charlton Documentary and also had a word about Ireland's lowly plight at this time. Gerry had a wide-ranging chat with UK based Dundalk woman Sheila Bailey. Chelsea Farrell spoke about; midwifery, seeing her granny for the first time in a year and navigating social media. Tomas Smyth's Milk Shack in Castlebellingham is a first here and demand is brisk! And Gerry featured Ed Sheeran in story and song...

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Late Lunch Friday March 26th 2021

Fri, 26 Mar 2021 16:07:10 GMT

Addiction Counsellor Oisin McConville believes we're facing a tsunami of addicted online gamblers of all ages and is calling for urgent action. Eamonn MacDonnacha has penned a timely vaccination tune and Jai Moore is onto something with her swear mugs. Margaret Madden revealed her Book of the Month and more cracking recommendations. Daragh McCullough from Elmgrove Farm grows in excess of 10 million daffodils and helps the Irish Cancer Society. Gerry concluded the Christy Moore story and Leon Blanche looked ahead to the big soccer games on the national and international fronts.

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Late Lunch Thursday March 25th 2021

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 16:05:23 GMT

A year like no other, Louth GAA Star Niamh Rice talked about her trials and tribulations. Anthony Murphy's new book is fascinating as it mirrors the life cycle of the Atlantic Salmon against our human existence intertwined with ancient Irish myths and legends. We caught up with Ruth Tynan from Athboy who's teaching Irish at a University in Ottowa, Canada. Former soccer star Martin Lawlor is involved in the development of a new mental health App and we heard Moore about and from Christy!

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 24th 2021

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 16:12:37 GMT

Sexual Abuse victim Aoife Lynch has forgone anonymity told her story to Gerry. Fabulous chat with Niall Hatch from BirdWatch Ireland all about the Crow family. Intact Software based in Dundalk are thriving through lockdown as CEO Justin Lawless revealed. Liam O'Neill's diabetes didn't present in a typical fashion but thankfully it was discovered just in time and he's making progress. And the Christy Moore story continued...

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 23rd 2021

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 16:01:04 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh believes restrictions have to begin to ease despite the stubborn level of new Covid cases in the country. A cemetery in Kentstown is the latest to be desecrated. Deirdre Hynds told us how she has solved her chronic insomnia. Historian Sean Collins offered his take on a border poll before reflecting on the bloody month of March 100 years ago. We heard how Carlingford is putting its best tourism foot forward and Christy Moore delivered his Pair of Brown Eyes in his own inimitable fashion.

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Late Lunch Monday March 22nd 2021

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 16:10:45 GMT

Dr Harry Barry lifted the mood, advised how to deal with panic attacks and cautioned on mental health matters. Editor of the RTE investigation unit and former Presenter of Loosetalk on LMFM Paul Maguire recalled the outbreak of foot and mouth disease in Louth twenty years on. Jane O'Reilly, whoo won a lamb in a competition on the radio station in the aftermath of the culling of all sheep in Cooley, brought us her memories. Vet Sinead Kelly answered listeners questions, Eanna Ni Lamhna planted the seeds for National Tree Week and Christy Moore featured as Gerry's Artist of the Week.

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Late Lunch Friday March 19th 2021

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 16:07:49 GMT

Journalist Kevin Myers was highly critical of the manner in which the Coronavirus Pandemic has been handled in Ireland. Hair stylist Stephen Dillon from the Cut Above in Navan had plenty to say that made today a Good Hair Day! Adrian Taaffe and David Sheehan assessed Dundalk and Drogheda United’s prospects ahead of the start of the League of Ireland season. Leon Blanche chipped in with a look ahead to the weekend in Sport, Kathy Maher from Haven Pharmacy advised on combating Hay Fever and the curtain fell on the Amy Winehouse story.

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Late Lunch Thursday March 18th 2021

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 16:00:07 GMT

Gerry and Louise combined are OCD but who's who? Dr Sabina Brennan has the formula to clear our brain fog. From Collon to Connemara, David Keane farms the most beautiful Oysters. Physiotherapist Paddy Mulligan sorted out Gerry's walking niggles and our Amy Winehouse story continued...

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 16th 2021

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 16:12:51 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh is sceptical about stalling the Astra Zeneca Covid jab and also believes outdoor activities should be sanctioned at an early date. Money Doctor John Lowe highlighted the gender pension gap and called for change. Tony Griffin has the formula for connecting with your teenager and committed it to print in his new book. Sinead Burke brought us another episode of her life observations "Burke's Banter", there's still not one but two houses to be won with Louth GAA and the Amy Winehouse story continued...

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Late Lunch Monday March 15th 2021

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 16:03:06 GMT

Geraldine Gallagher and daughter Marie appealed for information about the murder of their son and brother near Collon on July 28th 2014. Maggie Larkin, who was illegally adopted but found her family, wants to help others in similar circumstances. Leon Blanche looked ahead to the Cheltenham festival which begins tomorrow. The brows say it all especially since we've all had to mask up - Elizabeth Oakes is the expert when it comes to eyebrows. Journalist and commentator Sarah Carey is urging calm on the vaccination front with endgame in sight. While Amy Winehouse is Gerry's Featured Artist of the Week.

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Late Lunch Friday March 12th 2021

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 16:02:55 GMT

The disappearance and murder of Sarah Everard in London has rekindled the debate about attacks on women and Anthony Cunnane from Krav Maga who teaches self-defence and safety to women and men here in the Northeast joined Gerry to discuss the issue and revealed some shocking scenarios he has dealt with in the past. A new potato, years in the making and developed here has hit the supermarket shelves this week. It's called Irish Gold and the Meade Farm Group have been involved in bringing it to market. Singer/Songwriter Clare Cunningham from Collon is making waves in Nashville. Our clever clogs listeners solved another Friday Riddle, Gerry concluded the Kylie story and Leon Blanche looked ahead to the big encounters in the Six Nations and Premier League this weekend.

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Late Lunch Thursday March 11th 2021

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 16:32:56 GMT

When you simply can't wear a mask because of the sexual abuse you endured from early childhood we heard about Kate's situation. We need food for life but when eating becomes addictive the problems that ensue are many as Ruth explained. Patricia Foley is a passionate Toastmaster on a mission, Tara Walker gave us some great pointers of stir fry & curries and Kylie doing country - you bet!

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 10th 2021

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 16:17:29 GMT

Drogheda City Status members Anna McKenna and Brian Hanratty had their say on the failure of Government to sanction funding for the Northern Cross Route. Alex Jefferson is spreading love and happiness with her Positive Postcards. Roisin Kiberd believes the internet is one of the loneliest places we can be, Joe Tierney's Newsagents is hanging in there and Kylie's story moved into the noughties...

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 9th 2020

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 16:47:04 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh was really positive about the Covid vaccinations and moving out of lock down over the coming weeks. Royal Watcher Mary Kenny offered her take on the Harry meets Meghan meets Oprah interview. Tony Conlon gave the thumbs up to a number of new marks he's been test driving recently. Adrian Hillman from St Margaret's Celtic Supporters Club are doing their bit for Slav, as Gerry reaches the half-way mark on his "40 Days & Nights for Slav". The Kylie story rolled into the '90's and we found out a lot about listeners sleeping arrangements....

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Late Lunch Monday March 8th 2021

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 16:04:02 GMT

Marking International Women's Day it was ladies all the way on the Show today beginning with Dominican nun Sr Niamh Galvin from the convent of St. Catherine of Sienna, a closed based on the outskirts of Drogheda. Mary McCallan Physiotherapy Manager at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital spoke about this last year on the front line of healthcare. Organic Gardening Guru Nicky Kyle spoke about her passion for good food produced naturally. Yemi Adenuga broke new ground when elected a councillor in 2019 and it just had to be Kylie today and this week as Gerry's featured Artist!

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Late Lunch Thursday March 4th 2021

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 16:41:41 GMT

At the eleventh hour Joe Armstrong decided the priesthood wasn't for him and now he's of no faith. Fiona Brennan believes all good and love in life emanates from self-love. June Tinsley explained why visual impairment shouldn't deny anyone the joy of books or reading. Young farmer Timmy Teahan's ewe has given birth to sextuplets, Jim Marry's making ice cream with a twist, we enjoyed some younger readers and the Tom Jones story got personal..

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 3rd 2021

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 17:04:52 GMT

There's a whole other side to illegal Adoptions in Ireland as Aoife Hegarty from RTE Investigates reveals. All meat is not good for us according to a major new study , Dr. Keren Papier speaks about the findings. Sir Ken Robinson believes our education system is killing creativity in children - his TED talk brilliantly underpins his argument. Battling terminal cancer, Eileen Rushe has had her day in court. Tommy O'Rourke once from Dundalk is a very happy Italian resident now! Ireland's only and recently opened Wildlife Rehabilitation Hospital near Navan is busy and our Tom Jones story took us through the 70's & 80's...

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 2nd 2021

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 16:12:57 GMT

Meath horse trainer Gordon Elliott's future hangs in the balance, fellow trainer Ger Lyons and David Jennings from the Racing Post have their say. Professor Paul Moynagh brought us the latest on Covid, Fr Sean McDonaghs new book about the future of jobs and work is thought provoking while Home of the year judge Hugh Wallace gave us a preview of a house in Louth he's visiting on tonight's show. All fur and no knickersSinead Burke's onto something with her Banter, Niall Hatch from Birdwatch spoke of the importance of nesting season for our feathered friends and our Tom Jones story moseyed on....

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Late Lunch Monday March 1st 2021

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 16:14:52 GMT

Call the Midwife! No need Supergran Madeleine Duffy was there to deliver her grandson! The frogs they are a croaking - yes its spawning season and Nuala Madigan knows all about our Anura. DKIT Lecturer Aine McHugh is a collaborator in a world-wide study on the impact of Covid 19 to which anyone can make a submission. Irish Times Washington Correspondent Suzanne Lynch reflected on the return of Donald Trump into the public eye and how new President Joe Biden has been faring. Meath band NOAH look set for the Big Time while Tom Jones became Gerry's latest Featured Artist of the Wee

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Late Lunch Friday February 26th 2021

Fri, 26 Feb 2021 16:06:50 GMT

Cavan plumber Nedser Carolan is a TikTok sensation thanks to daughter Jane! No holds barred in conversation between John Kierans and Ciara Burke. A pair of crackers from Virtuoso of Vino Rick Cronje, the weekend in Sport with Leon Blanche and the Adele story went out on a high with 007 blockbuster. Oh and PS our listeners love a riddle!!!

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Late Lunch Thursday February 25th 2021

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 16:40:35 GMT

Late Lunch dedicated itself to "Ireland Reads" Day today. Margaret Madden brought us her Book of the Month and more recommendations besides., We were joined by Children's author Erika McGann, the wonderful Patricia Scanlan came on board and Michael Duffy inspired with his story of learning to read later in life. We popped into Academy Books for a word with Irene Gahan, Deirdre Broderick covered off the Library and Maisie Kelly brought the house and curtain down on a Special Day with her beautiful poem called "Tomorrow".

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 24th 2021

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 17:04:33 GMT

No concerts, no performing but classical guitarist has found ways to get through lock down and sees better days ahead. Kel Galavan's new book will not alone transform your relationship with money but your life and Gerry's really impressed! Not shortage of advice from vet Sinead Kelly, the Adele story rolls on in words & song and Dan McCartney's Vitamin D crusade is looking like paying dividends...

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 23rd 2021

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 16:08:52 GMT

How do you like yours? The Cadbury Creme Egg! It's 5 this year, Gerry and our listeners LOVE them!! Professor Paul Moynagh brought us his now weekly thoughts on the Covid situation. Sarah Tuite, a Hypnobirthing Practitioner, explained its many benefits. Karen Devine is looking forward to an Enterprising Week despite restrictions.Physiotherapist Paddy Mulligan pointed out the importance of good footwear and more besides to Gerry in his walking endeavours and the Adele story continued.

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Late Lunch Monday February 22nd 2021

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 19:58:11 GMT

Kelley McArdle released her debut single today which sends out a very important message in relation to sexual assault. No fussy eaters or hungry children in Ciara Attwell's family, blog or book. Miriam Simon is guiding retailers through the pandemic and doing a fine job! Cormac Watters told us about meeting a famous fellow Cooley man in Perth and Adele is Gerry's Artist of the Week.

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Late Lunch Friday February 19th 2021

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 16:06:08 GMT

Made it, lost it now making it again - Joe Doyle is making his dream happen! Not sleeping is the bane of so many people's lives - Helena Tubridy had many suggestions to improve essential shut eye. Cian Sullivan spoke about his late sister Arwen and what's happening to remember her and help others. Conor Nyhan found a copy of the Dundalk Democrat from 1862 and Leon Blanche previewed the big matches in the Premier League this weekend.

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Late Lunch Thursday February 18th 2021

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 16:14:44 GMT

Gerry offered his opinion on the stance taken by the teaching unions in relation to the Leaving Certificate and returning to the classroom - boy did listeners react! Pat Cooney's Whistler Whiskeys are World Award Winners and the local Boann Distillery MD is naturally chuffed. What fun did Gerry and author Emma Murray have about her new book "The Juggle". Fiona McShane's daughter Kate is melting hearts all round, Tom Cardiff is no Gull but knows all about controlling Gulls and there's stirrings in Collon which Denise Fay is playing her part....

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 17th 2021

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 16:04:30 GMT

How inspirational is Martin O'Halloran - Truly! Fr Paddy Rushe - taking on or giving up, either or will do for Lent. John Hyland has begun a campaign to bring back images of native animals on Irish coins.One hundred years ago on Ash Wednesday Robinstown village was cast into National and International news - Jim O'Leary tells the story. And she's Simply the Best, Natalie Kelly's kindness is acknowledged.

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 16th 2021

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 17:53:28 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh discussed the latest Covid developments, Alicia Law reflected on a year like no other in business, Nadia Vavro updated us on her son Slav's three years dealing with cancer, Mary Deery outlined a range of IT supports available to senior citizens and top chef Zack Gallagher sorted our Pancakes!

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Late Lunch Monday February 15th 2021

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 16:29:15 GMT

Psychologist Shane Martin offered some insights into how we can all learn from the traits and characteristics of resilient people and apply them to our own situations at this time. Colm O'Rourke had plenty to say about GAA reform, the Leaving Certificate and a return to teaching in the classroom. Alan Dowling made an appeal for information about his brother David who has been missing since Monday last. Nutritionist Elsa Jones talked about the foods we need to eat for optimum health, Sinead Burke brought us another observational look at life, we heard a positive hair restoration story and John Denver is Gerry's latest Artist of the Week.

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Late Lunch Friday February 12th 2021

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 16:01:28 GMT

We were feeling the love all the way from Adelaide in the company of best selling author Monica McInerney. No dining out this Valentines - No worries - Tara Walker from East Coast Cookery School explained how simple it is to rustle up a romantic meal at home! Love second time round - as God made them he matched them - you'll understand when you hear Geraldine ans Pat's story. Des Parkinson recited his special Valentine poem, Leon Blanche has a never-ending love of sport and our Dusty Springfield story concluded with a song for the weekend of love.....

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Late Lunch Thursday February 11th 2021

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 16:18:45 GMT

No longer considered elite - a bombshell for the GAA! What not to do when it comes to hair restoration. Life begins again for Michelle, an appeal for Harry and the Dusty Springfield story continues with another defining song.

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 10th 2021

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 16:01:44 GMT

How do they bare the cold? Sea Swimmers Siobhan Woods and Jean Strong swim every day, all year round, in the sea and LOVE it! It's Flour Power all the way at Martry Mill with demand unprecedented as James Tallon explained. Motoring Man Tony Conlon really likes the all new Opel Mokka and Grainne Connor was full of beans as life in Italy returns to normal.

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 9th 2021

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 18:06:16 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh joined us again to discuss the latest on the Pandemic, Historian Sean Collins reflected on a bloody month and day a century ago in Irish history, Dr Ian Counihan urged everyone to avail of the vaccine against Covid-19 and IT specialist Declan Bailey had plenty of advice on Safer Internet Day.

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Late Lunch Monday February 8th 2021

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 17:05:18 GMT

What a laugh Gerry had with Justine Stafford and her ghee while Mary Byrne told us that she's back in the game after a tough time early last year. Bus Eireann's got talent in the guise of Stephen Callan, Ray Langan explained why its essential to develop resilience in teenagers and Patrick Reilly brought us the latest from Sweden on the Covid situation there.

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Late Lunch Friday February 5th 2021

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 17:25:26 GMT

Keith Barry had lots to say about the challenges facing all of us in life today and once more mesmerised Gerry with a magical moment! We were also joined by David James another emerging Donegal singer and Daniel O'Donnell who've teamed up to record a timely song that spans the generations. Gerry enjoyed his banter with John Moore who has published a delightful book of home cooked recipes. Aoife Heaney made light of the sh-te day she was having, Leon Blanche previewed a big sporting weekend and the curtain fell on the Billy Joel story.....

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Late Lunch Thursday February 4th 2021

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 16:48:24 GMT

Dionne O'Rourke Ryan completed the story she began telling on Late Lunch in late April last year and what a conclusion it turned out to be! So honest, down to earth and engaging Stefanie Preissner was a Tonic for the Troops.... Organic gardener Nicky Kyle set out some plans for the new vegetable growing season. Michael Gibson told us about the idea behind his Signs of the Times, the Billy Joel story continued and David Sheehan gave us a taster for his new Podcast about the transition from the Sean Boylan era in Meath football.

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 4th 2021

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 16:34:56 GMT

Until recently he owned the oldest Sweet Shop in the world - Keith Tordoff unleashed a sweetfest with listeners and their favourite chews! Siobhan O'Neill White explained why arrival of womanhood should be an open conversation and celebrated in families. Leaving Certificate student Ayesha Jallali was brutally honest as she told of the challenges she and her fellow students are experiencing at the moment. While Trim based Garda Edel Dugdale is making shapes and supporting charity with her version of the Siochana Shuffle!

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 2nd 2021

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 17:39:49 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh continues to keep an eye on the Covid situation. Isabelle Duff works for Stringr in London told us how she joined the company and about her particular interest in US politics. Guidance counsellor Joseph Farrelly offered much helpful advice to students and parents at this most stressful time. Ciara Ryan got married last week in the company of six special others and she's really happy! Yes we heard more from listeners about their timeless kitchen gadgetry and the Billy Joel story rolled on...

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Late Lunch Monday February 1st 2021

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 17:46:19 GMT

A series of undiagnosed heart attacks at thirty - Ciaran Byrne takes his second chance. Dr Karen Ward understands the link between a woman's fertility cycle and that of the moon. Peter Whelan's no advocate of the "throw away" society especially in his kitchen! Burke's Banter is right on the money and David McLean's beautiful photograph has been selected to appear on the RTE weather forecast.

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Late Lunch Friday January 29th 2021

Fri, 29 Jan 2021 17:01:24 GMT

Anna Granville, who lives in New Zealand and returned to Ireland in December, explained how her adopted home crushed and continues to contain Covid. Independent book store owner Irene Gahan's passion for what she does is inspiring to say the least and she suggested some real good reads for listeners! Rick Cronje brought us to Italy and his recommended wines this month, Bob McQuaid's dulcet tones more than do justice to his cover of a classic, Leon Blanche looked ahead to some big clashes in the Premier League and we signed off the Neil Diamond story with a belter!!

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Late Lunch Thursday January 28th 2021

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 16:32:10 GMT

Pat Murphy recalled his smuggling days on the border with memories of times, places and people. We heard some Straight Talking on topical issues from Ciara Burke and John Kierans. Dolores Whelan calmed the waters as she looked forward to Imbolg and La Fheile Bhride. We plucked another Diamond from the rough and heard about Ireland's first Wildlife Rehabilitation Hospital which will open shortly near Tara in Meath.

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 27th 2021

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 16:42:10 GMT

Tom Conachy told us how it was for himself, others and the medical staff on a Covid ward in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital. Juggling school, work and home; teacher and CBT Practitioner Nicola Culloty offered much sound advice. Jason O'Callaghan discovered he's a minimalist and is now living the dream! We heard a wee tale demonstrating how we're all so connected, the Neil Diamond story continued and Kells based cinematographer Jass Foley's short film White Horse is long-listed for an Oscar...

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 26th 2021

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 18:05:30 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh offered his valued opinions on the current Covid situation. Historian Sean Collins took us back one hundred years and January 1921 in Ireland and the Northeast. Keeping well in Your Community focused on isolation and loneliness, Gerry McDonnell told us about a simple but heartening local rubbish collecting initiative, the Neil Diamond story continued while Drogheda Institute for Further Education is open for new business online.....

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Late Lunch Monday January 25th 2021

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 16:57:15 GMT

Yes its official w're dealing with a second Pandemic! You're more likely that ever to get shit on your shoe while out walking in all of our towns and villages across the Northeast! She's a marvelous mentor to so many yet Sharon Doherty had to seek help herself. Money Doctor John Lowe remains an advocate for State Savings despite the rate cut. Vet Sinead Kelly had plenty to say about dog fouling and more besides, Joe Hammel just keeps on running for a really worthwhile cause and Neil Diamond's in the spotlight as our Artist of the Week.

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Late Lunch Friday January 22nd 2021

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 16:52:40 GMT

Placed for adoption in 1987 Clair Swaine told her inspiring story and with a new one on the way Denis Farrell has an original Renault 5! Selling scents online? Local business women Emma Fallon and Lisa Heeney are and doing really well. We heard all about a miraculous wedding ring recovery from the sea courtesy of the two Brians, found out more about the Carpenters and looked ahead to some FA Cup ties with Leon Blanche.

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Late Lunch Thursday January 21st 2021

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 16:30:33 GMT

The morning after the momentous day before through the eyes of Irish Times Washington correspondent Suzanne Lynch. It's vegetables all the way for Ollwyn Moran and her boys and they're loving it! Happiness all round as a wedding ring is recovered and a German based Irish crafter though not by design? Another Carpenters tune and remembering Philip Heary Jnr one of life's really good sorts.

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 20th 2021

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 19:20:14 GMT

There's money in them there hills, fields, gardens, sheds, beds and trees and it can still be cashed in as Paul Molumby from the Central Bank explained. Solicitor Deirdre Moran set out what to do next if you're a survivor from a Mother & Baby home. Her debut novel "Hidden Lies" is thrilling and receiving fantastic reviews so we just had to have a word with Rachel Ryan. Maria Flynn's spuds are in big demand, Gerry wasn't full of beans but John Shanahan was ahead of Joe Biden's inauguration

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 19th 2021

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 17:16:53 GMT

Our Late Lunch book reviewer Margaret Madden had her own story to tell today about a pregnancy at sixteen in 1989. Sue Masterson, who had a similar experience some years later, is now 619 days alcohol free and has lots more besides going on in her life. We remembered Colm Crosson, heard about the importance of physical exercise and Milo the parrot who was lost but found! We shone a light once more on the Carpenters and found out about our Libraries who are open for business and available to all.

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Late Lunch Monday January 18th 2021

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 19:28:58 GMT

Nothing blue this Monday on Late Lunch as we heard from Hector and the favourite things that make him Happy! Dermot Goode was on hand to help save money and select the most appropriate Health Insurance plans. Our most famous farmer Daragh McCullough had a real Spring in his step. Dave Robinson was re-united with Helga and Paddy Cole proved to be the tonic we all needed to round off a pleasant afternoon's chatter...

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Late Lunch Friday January 15th 2021

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 15:59:54 GMT

It's on the way yes insects will become part of the human food chain in this part of the world in the near future as Alvan Hunt from Hexafly explains! Gerry Williamson is busier than ever in lock down as he works on a compilation of the history of rugby clubs in Ireland. RocDoc continue the roll out of their Covid testing, Tara Walker from East Coast Cookery school had plenty of suggestions for fans of Veganuary, estate agent Gary Little is facilitating conveyancing despite restrictions and Leon Blanche looked ahead to the weekend's action in the Premier League.

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Late Lunch Thursday January 14th 2021

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 16:28:12 GMT

Mick Connell hasn't been out of his home since March last year yet remains so positive that he'll see the light of day again soon this year. Shane Dunphy joined us as the third in his trilogy of audio books is released which he spoke about and more pertinent matters besides. Mark Donnelly's story is really interesting - a new line of clothing supporting mental health awareness - HUH! While in Wildlife Matters Susan O'Donohoe told the story of our Barn Owl...

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 13th 2021

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 18:03:41 GMT

Kathleen Tuite, who was born in the Castlepollard Mother & Baby home, told us her story. Young, fit and healthy yet Dr. Conor Kerley caught Covid? TY Year student Carl McGovern and his fellow students from Kells have a nifty home exercise business idea, Carmel Crawford's passion for Vintage is timeless and Frontliner Moya Greene offered a perspective from the GP's surgery.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 12th 2021

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 19:00:16 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh joined us for his regular analysis of the Covid situation. On the day of publication of the Mother & Baby Home report we returned to an interview with Seamus Reilly whose father was caretaker at the Stamullen home in Meath. With vinyl sales growing year on year Neil Watters from our only independent record store in the Northeast - Classified Records in Dundalk revealed who's driving purchases. Tony Conlon's first motoring feature of the year focused on the re-emergence of MG cars in new eco friendly models. We heard from a local knitter and Louise Coghlan granddaughter of Nancy Stewart Ireland's oldest independently living woman.

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Late Lunch Monday January 11th 2021

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 17:20:58 GMT

It arrived only 24 days late! Where was my Pudding Gerry inquired from an Post's Anna McHugh? And an avalanche of delayed and missing postal items followed from listeners!! Lets keep the lights lit until mid February said author Andrea Mara and our audience confirmed there is an appetite to follow suit! Jacinta Walsh called on the Department of Education for clear guidance on the opening of special education schools and confirmed that Abacas School could have re-opened. Nicky Smith remembered the Anglia one of Ford's marquee models while Jackie Joliffe from the Crafty Fox is keeping the needles of Northeast and beyond clattering and all manner of crafters supplied with materials and knowledge. Pharmacist Kathy Maher advised on self-isolating & taking greater care of ourselves and we spun a classic from our artist of the week David Bowie.

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Late Lunch Friday January 8th 2021

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 17:38:00 GMT

Paula Butler did the start of year declutter for us, Jill Kerby sorted out buying from Britain, Nicky Kyle set us fair for the vegetable growing season and Rory O'Connor weighed in with the laughs....

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Late Lunch Thursday January 7th 2021

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 17:00:14 GMT

Professor Brendan Kelly returned to reinforce how we all need to care for ourselves and others well-being during the latest lock down. Following yesterday's attack on Capitol Hill we caught up with John M Shanahan and Irish Times Washington Correspondent Suzanne Lynch. The Matchmaker Sharon Kenny reassured us that seeking love can and is flourishing despite the lack of face to face contact. Fr Robert McCabe suggested a lovely idea as we pack away the cribs and decorations for another year and front line medic Dr Ahmad Jamal who was vaccinated this morning talked about the challenges he and his colleagues are facing dealing with Covid-19.

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 6th 2021

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 19:39:49 GMT

On today's show Pastor Nick Park from the Solid Rock Church called on RTE to acknowledge they were wrong in broadcasting that highly offensive new year's eve sketch about Jesus Christ. Dundalk Grammar School student Ayesha Jallali spoke about the plight of the Leaving Certificate class. We understood why dog rehabilitator Ali Cox has such a kind heart while Ellie Moonan told us how she has tapped into a new food source for her Alpacas. We heard another classic from the Bee Gees and there was not shortage of Gobbledygook....

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 5th 2021

Tue, 05 Jan 2021 17:01:22 GMT

Professor Paul Moynagh returned for his now weekly assessment of the Covid-19 situation. Money Doctor John Lowe always wants to put more money in our pockets! Paul Davis is testament to the saying "once a Mod always a Mod" and there's ways of dealing with rodents as Richard Faulkner from Rentokil explained.

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Late Lunch Monday January 4th 2021

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 19:39:30 GMT

On our first Late Lunch of the New Year we remembered singer/songwriter Liam Reilly from Bagatelle who passed away suddenly on New Year's Day. Journalist John Kierans had plenty to say about Covid and the vaccine roll out. Marie Fay as usual inspired us, Leah Barniville enthralled us while Ann McVeigh encouraged us to get out walking and discover the place where we live! Oh and Gerry featured a song from his featured Artists of the week...

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Bringing it All Back Home

Fri, 30 Oct 2020 16:48:33 GMT

His Autobiography aptly named "No Hiding" was published recently and there was no dodging any questions as Rob Kearney joined Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch for a chat which took one of Ireland's greatest ever rugby players back to his roots...

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A Survivor Speaks

Tue, 11 Feb 2020 15:57:06 GMT

Dymphna Farrell became a victim of Clerical Abuse in her forties when a priest took control of her mind and regressed it to early childhood not for her good but his personal gratification.

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Late Lunch Friday February 7th 2020

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 16:03:29 GMT

Bobby McCormack from Development Perspectives told us of a new national initiative the Drogheda based NGO are leading. Meath Artist Jane Hughes joined us from Helsinki. In light of Phillip Schofield coming out earlier today, Mike McCarthy told his story. Jacqui McCormack Navan Rotary President popped in for a chat, Leon Blanche did his sporting thing and Miss Ireland Chelsea Farrell made an appeal for one of her charities.

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The Late Lunch, Thursday February 6th, 2020

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 16:25:48 GMT

On today's show, we highlighted the issue of sheep being attacked by dogs in Louth. Emma Lennon told us how she was expecting triple joy! Ian Jenkinson and his friends managed to save €30,000 for a holiday of a lifetime to mark their 40th birthdays. Trim library is urging readers to go on a blind date with a book and Frank Lynch talks Political Policy

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 5th 2020

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 16:10:22 GMT

Nancy Stewart 106 years young, Pauline Dwyer sending help home to Australia, Sgt Dean Kerins on Scams, Mark Reilly Co-founder of Aphix Software and the cloth nappy makes a comeback - Pot Pourri as usual on Late Lunch!!

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 4th 2020

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 16:06:30 GMT

He's a step closer - yes boxer Eric Donovan won his 12th professional bout at the weekend and is looking for a tilt at the European featherweight title. Paula Butler founder of Ecoconscious Living guided us through an Eco Spring Clean encompassing Decluttering and Green Cleaning our homes. She's a child genius, on the autism spectrum, gay woman and champion of the underdog that's Marie O'Riordan Head of PR at Prepaid Financial Services - what a story! And on World Cancer Day we touched base with survivor Sarah O'Neill.

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Late Lunch Monday February 3rd 2020

Mon, 03 Feb 2020 15:52:39 GMT

Andrew Kelly CEO of the ISPCA, John Lowe the Money Doctor advised and sang for us and Horsewoman Susan Oakes told us about a new challenge she's undertaking.

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Late Lunch Friday January 31st 2020

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 16:07:49 GMT

Cuchulainn Archers are on their way to the biggest Archery event in the world in Las Vegas but before departure they popped in for a chat. Our Women with Opinions Betty Clarke, Karen Devine and Ciara Burke had lots to say about the hot topics of the day! While Leon Blanche looked ahead to the weekend in Sport.

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Late Lunch Thursday January 30th 2020

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 15:57:29 GMT

Late Lunch Book Club where Margaret Madden brought us her recommendations and Book of the Month which is Three Hours by Rosamund Lupton. Chris Cleary and Alan Keague who have 66 years between them as Fire Fighters made interesting listening. A bottle of white, a bottle of red no he didn't sing but Rick Cronje waxed lyrical about his first wine selections of the year! While we touched base with Bloomberg journalist Aaron McNicholas in Hong Kong about the Coronavirus.

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 29th 2020

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 16:11:07 GMT

Cody Lowe is eighteen now and can vote on Saturday week, however, he was on the voting register and had his polling card since he was 5! And while at it Gerry named Cody's Mam Ashling, who organises the Meath Food Bank, as our Unsung Hero for January. With a chat and a song Bernadette NicGabhann and Micheal O'Reilly launched Meath Beo 2020. Barber Kerry O'Neill is a special lady to many special children and Claire Allan popped in for a chat about her brilliant new crime thriller " The Liar's Daughter".

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 28th 2020

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 16:15:10 GMT

Illusion, Hypnotism, Magic and Gerry's in his element especially in the company of Keith Barry!! Yet another of GKs favourites came calling, Mezzo-Soprano Tara Erraught along with Tenor Luis Magallanes ahead of the Drogheda Classical weekend "Celebrating the Voice". Eve Farrelly Executive Director of Children at Risk Ireland spoke about the work of her organisation and a new social media campaign which runs during February. While Ciara Burke from Sage and Stone told us about her staff being subjected to the wrath of rude customers which she wanted to highlight and won't tolerate!

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Late Lunch Monday January 27th 2020

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 16:30:21 GMT

On the 75th Anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz Peter Cassells outgoing Chairperson of the Holocaust Education Trust Ireland joined Gerry to reflect on man's shocking inhumanity to man. Nutritionist Rachel Graham completed her insightful and informative series for January on how to Eat your way to Weight loss and Better Health. Eimer Duffy, Helena Gilhooly and Stephen McDonnell are the driving forces behind Meath Biz Hour on Twitter and the Facebook group Meath Small Business. Pearl Donnelly is delighted Hannah's coming home after three years in hospital and Travel Writer Manchan Magan told us why he's all but giving up flying because of his carbon footprint!

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Late Lunch Friday January 24th 2020

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 16:10:56 GMT

Shocking! Disgraceful! Unacceptable! Just some of the terms to describe life for Dunshaughlin residents Brendan Cusack, Hu O'Reilly and their families - their stories couldn't but make your blood boil!! On a lighter note its "Back to Basics" this year with Tara Walker from East Coast Cookery School - today the humble Egg! Barbara Scully's thrilled and rightly so as some lifestyle changes have kicked her Diabetes into remission. Claire O'Mara from the Ballivor Community Group expressed her disappointment at a High Court decision earlier today on the proposed Narconon drug rehabilitation centre in the Meath village. Leon Blanche ran the rule over the weekend's big sporting clashes and Dr Keith Ian Quintyne spoke about the surge in cases of Mumps in Ireland.

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Late Lunch Thursday January 23rd 2020

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 16:24:35 GMT

We began in Washington with Irish Times Correspondent Suzanne Lynch who's in the box seat at President Donald Trump's Impeachment trial. Leadership and Productivity Coach Ciara Conlon expertly guided us through successful goal setting and habit formation. We discussed many things farming with the wonderful Darragh McCullough and rounded off the Show in Hong Kong with Bloomberg journalist Aaron McNicholas who talked about the situation on the ground in China as the Coronavirus spreads.

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 22nd 2020

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 16:49:33 GMT

Aisling Nally and Aine Whelan spoke some of the greatest sense about young people and their mental health and the dance teachers are doing something about it! Vet Sinead Kelly proved once more she's an encyclopedia when it comes to answering listeners questions. Rose Henderson is bringing her play based round her dad and about Alzheimers to the Droichead Arts Centre. While Maura Lavelle is looking for volunteers to spend time with children who are hospitalised.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 21st 2020

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 16:18:42 GMT

Estate Agent Darina Collins reviewed the property scene in Louth and Meath from many perspectives. Forty One countries in seven months in a '97 Toyota - what a story Brendan Maguire has to tell! With Gerry in his element Country Star Ciaran Rosney chatted and sang the songs of Glen Campbell. While Andy Bogie assured us there are plots or allotments available to prospective gardeners in Kells.

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Late Lunch Monday January 20th 2020

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 16:14:04 GMT

Mary Rogan is heading to Dubai with Emirates and Globe Travel for four nights and she's Delighted!! Des McDonald Chairman of St Nicholas GFC in Drogheda told us that his club are doubling their efforts to attract youngsters and away from a potential life of serious crime. Nutritionist Rachel Graham brought us the third part in her lose weight naturally series and today it was all about Sugar. Frank Wright told the story of his son Paul who succumbed to meningitis while Graham Mulhern spoke to us about Parents and their children's internet safety.

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Late Lunch Friday January 17th 2020

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 16:18:47 GMT

Gerry had his say about the Drogheda situation which the brilliant Shane Dunphy referred to as he explained the attraction of the vicious world of the drugs trade to children. Benoni Robu recalled his life journey from Romania to Ireland and what's transpired subsequently. Fiona McCarthy has an unbelievably bubbly and positive outlook to life with cancer. Leon Blanche looked ahead to some key Premier League games while Nicola Kearns stands vindicated today on the iPad in education debate.

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Late Lunch Thursday January 16th 2020

Thu, 16 Jan 2020 16:15:47 GMT

Billy Cantwell brought us the latest from Sydney on the devastating fires. You could listen to Beekeeper Simon O'Cronin all day long! Eric Beggs is a wonderful advocate for people who've lost their sight and Brian Kelly says goodbye to the publican's life after fourteen years.

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 15th 2020

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 16:34:12 GMT

Mark McGowan President of the Restaurants Association of Ireland highlighted the many difficulties he and his members face in a really challenging business sector. Noelle McEvoy told us the story of Supernature which started at home and because of her daughter's restrictive dietary regime. Paddy Matthews joined us to remind his customers that they need a Leap Card for multi-trip journeys from January 31st and of course we spoke about lots more besides. And we rounded of the chat with Environmental Consultant Paula Butler who firmly believes in the power of one!!

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 14th 2020

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 16:14:12 GMT

Jackie Fox told the story of her daughter Nicole's suicide two years ago at the hands of bullies. We listened again to taxi driver John Myles interview with Michael Reade following the shooting incident last evening in Drogheda. Roger Yates and Jennifer Faust both Vegans believe their philosophy's time has come. While Tony Conlon brought us his first Motoring feature of the New Year.

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The Late Lunch Monday 13th January, 2020

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 16:16:02 GMT

Inspiration all around on today's show as Keane Barry spoke about his second international darts success and Mercy students from Navan described their award-winning 'Period' project.

Rachel Graham dismisses all fad diets for a healthy eating regime. Boxer Eric Donovan believes you really have to roll with the punches and get straight back each time.

Finally Kate Madden is backing a new Youth Chamber of Commerce and tells us why.

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Late Lunch Friday January 10th 2019

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 16:01:58 GMT

Gerry's Special Guest today Sheila Bailey is originally from the Carrick Road in Dundalk and has become a woman of real substance in the UK! Edward Holly remembered his late music teacher the legendary Ann Crilly from Fair Street where her famous music school saw thousands of aspiring musicians pass through down the decades. Michael Keating's raw unpasteurised milk is in big demand, Leon Blanche looked ahead to the sporting weekend and Saskia Ruiter told the delightful story of Doughal the Jack Russell and his penchant for doodies!!

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Late Lunch Thursday January 9th 2020

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 16:20:04 GMT

It would break your heart listening to ninety year old John Lee speak about being lonely. Brian Burke did a great job talking about our Garden Birds and encouraging us to participate in the latest survey. Nikki Lynch is so proud and happy for her son Tom who is a Ballinlough and sports fanatic. And a football for dementia and alzheimer's patients - transition year student Conor Nolan has come up with a really good idea.

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 8th 2020

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 16:01:30 GMT

Gerry opened today's Show with a Saucy Tale!! Aisling Lowe was knocked for six after a local resident complained about her food parcel charity work. Sean Collins explained the history of the RIC, Auxilliaries and Black & Tans. Garda Robin Grace is in the process of developing a "Me" App and Keith Russell is going to run the toughest race in the World - the Marathon Des Sables.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 7th 2020

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 16:12:59 GMT

Former US Navy Commander John M Shanahan had his say about the USA and the unfolding crisis in the Middle East. Nutritionist Rachel Graham joined us for the first part of a weekly January series on eating well for better health. Jennifer Moran is a cake creator now of international repute! While Adrienne Kennedy-Campion told the shocking story of an unprovoked attack by a group of teenagers on her son Jody and his friends.

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Late Lunch Monday January 6th 2020

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 16:21:49 GMT

Sandra Finegan from Globe Travel whet the travel appetite for 2020 with a Fabulous Holiday to Dubai competition! Sarah Breslin and Antoon Knaap walked away from busy careers in Financial Services for something totally different and much more fulfilling. Want to do your bit on Climate Change and save money? Dunleer Sustainable Energy are the people to talk to....while Kian Louet Feisser's Oysters are in big demand now in the Far East.

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Late Lunch Friday January 3rd 2020

Fri, 03 Jan 2020 16:17:37 GMT

Miss Ireland Chelsea Farrell popped in for a catch up following her Miss World experience in London. Tommy and Treasa Smyth lit up the airwaves ahead of their imminent return to New York! He's got the gift for sure Cillian Mulligan Brand Ambassador for Jameson in India was so at home in Gerry's company. While Jen Campbell explained what a Doula does......

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Late Lunch Thursday January 2nd 2020

Thu, 02 Jan 2020 16:05:12 GMT

The inspiring Liz Valloor opened our first show of the new decade followed by Three Wise Men who righted the wrongs in Ireland and beyond before Gerry told the story of his CPR training coming into play over the Christmas break.

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Late Lunch Monday December 23rd 2019

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 16:28:44 GMT

On our final Late Lunch of the year and decade we were joined by newly crowned World Junior Darts Champion Keane Barry, Virtuoso Violinist Julieanne Forrest, Champion Christmas Pudding maker Rita Daly, returning emigrant Niamh Muckian, Christmas Cuties Winner Claire McGrath along with her mum Caroline and Poet Des Parkinson. Gerry paid a visit to the Maples Montessori and Santa spoke to us from the North Pole!!!!

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Late Lunch Friday December 20th 2019

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 16:01:50 GMT

Gerry dropped into the Gary Kelly Cancer Support Centre where the Christmas Festivities were in full swing. Our Women with Opinions had their say and selected the Best Christmas Pudding in the Northeast 2019. Leon Blanche previewed the weekend's soccer action and we hear from more Christmas Cuties!!

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Late Lunch Thursday December 19th 2019

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 16:13:20 GMT

It was a case of "All Kinds of Everything" with Dana who joined Gerry for a lovely chat. Tara Walker worked her magic with Eoin Sharkey's Turkey, Rick Cronje chipped in with his fizz & wine recommendations and we heard from more of your Christmas Cuties!!

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Late Lunch Wednesday December 18th 2019

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 16:23:14 GMT

What a Pair - Mick Foster and Tony Allen - the Craic was mighty!! Fr Paddy Rushe offered his thoughts on the true meaning of Christmas. Gerry and Louise regressed in years as they experienced a Causey Christmas. We heard more from your Christmas Cuties and sorted Margaret Madden's banking woes....

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Late Lunch Tuesday December 17th 2019

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 16:15:04 GMT

Our Tech Expert Declan Bailey brought us some cracking Christmas gift recommendations. We so enjoyed more Christmas Cuties and heard about comedian Fred Cooke's childhood memories of the Festive Season. Creativity really was the order of the day with Drogheda Creative Writers and Mark O'Neill told us of the growing need of support for people who depend of his Soup Kitchens and Food Parcels.

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Late Lunch Monday December 16th 2019

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 16:24:30 GMT

Geraldine McCullough brought Gerry some real Christmas Cheer with the simplest of gestures and we heard from your Christmas Cuties!!! Local girl Kate Byrne joined us from Sydney, Gerry McDermott paid tribute to Dundalk Football Club legend Jim Murphy, Niamh Strong sings the songs of Eva Cassidy on her new album and Jim Doherty gave us a taster for his forthcoming documentary about Thomas D'acy McGee.

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Late Lunch Friday December 13th 2019

Fri, 13 Dec 2019 16:19:28 GMT

Ahead of the Miss World Final in London tomorrow, Gerry caught a word with Miss Ireland and Louth's finest Chelsea Farrell. Margaret Madden was joined by Blake Boland from Waterstone's for our Christmas Book Club. What a surprise for Gerry when guest Anne Randolph arrived with son Darren the Middlesborough and Irish International goalkeeper! While Leon Blanche took a look at the weekend Premier League action.

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Late Lunch Thursday December 12th 2019

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 18:17:51 GMT

Neil Delamere popped in for his annual tic-tac with Gerry, Sandra Finegan rounded of the year in Travel, Ted Greene reflected on his new book about TK Whitaker and Alva Cullen told us about the new clothing range for special children in Dunnes Stores.

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Late Lunch Wednesday December 11th 2019

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 16:02:14 GMT

Judy Li - What a Story - What a Woman! Cormac Moore is timely with his brilliant "Birth of the Border". Tony Conlon brought us his motoring feature and we touched base with Odi Thornton in Sydney.

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The Late Lunch, Tuesday December 10th, 2019

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 15:54:39 GMT

On today's show, we honoured all the Unsung Heroes in a special outside broadcast from The Valley Inn, outside Dunleer. Gerry also spoke to award-winning hairdresser Eamon Kierans and Karen O'Connor questions why so many children are being diagnosed with autism

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The Late Lunch Running Order, Monday December 9th, 2019

Mon, 09 Dec 2019 15:55:34 GMT

On today's Late Lunch, chairman of Drogheda United Conor Hoey spoke about the possible future of the club, Padraig Grennan talked emptyhomes.ie and Liam O'Keeffe showed us why he is inspirational. What do you call a man with a seagull on his head? No, not Cliff. Donal Norton!

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The Late Lunch Friday December 6th, 2019

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 16:29:36 GMT

On today's show, we heard the harrowing story of Paddy Peppard who lost six sons to Cystic Fibrosis. What has Caulstown Christmas Tree Farm and Glenroe got in common? We find out. What dangers are lurking in your make-up bag? A national school has asked parents not to buy for teachers this year and finally a catch up with singer Ruby O'Kelly.

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The Late Lunch, Thursday December 5th, 2019

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 15:57:51 GMT

On today's Late Lunch, Christmas is a challenging time for parents of children with autism, broadcaster Gerry Stevens talks about surviving a stroke and what direction it has given his life. Aine Tuffy Gogarty wants to lose eight stone and lift it and finally Tommy McArdle needs your help to get him into -33 degrees.

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The Late Lunch, Wednesday December 4th, 2019

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 16:25:51 GMT

On today's show - could proposed new legislation sound the death knell for Gibbstown bingo? Happy 80th birthday Paddy Cole. We take a walk down Drogheda memory lane and finally - Jimmy Norman tells us about the hundreds of people bringing home survivor dolls from the US for children with cancer in Ireland

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The Late Lunch Tuesday December 3rd, 2019

Tue, 03 Dec 2019 16:05:02 GMT

'I made it home. Some didn't!' Listen as Grace Vaughan tells her heartbreaking story of surviving sepsis after giving birth. Sinead Kelly answered all your pet questions. Navan, its people and its past! Eithne Cantwell describes a wonderful new book and Emma's So Natural - find out more here.

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The Late Lunch, Monday December 2nd 2019

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 15:59:16 GMT

Joan Larkin took Gerry's seat this week as she found out why an 85 year old man is the fastest man in the east on two wheels!

Late Lunch talked turkey with Darragh McCullagh while there was 'lots' on offer at an auction in Meath. Siobhan O'Neill White had tips for us when shopping for Christmas and finally, a Christmas song by St Mary's Special School in Navan.

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Late Lunch Friday November 29th 2019

Fri, 29 Nov 2019 16:06:02 GMT

Legendary Editor of The Phoenix Paddy Prendiville popped in for chat about the Magazine's 2019 Annual! Our Women with Opinions Karen Devine, Caroline Kavanagh and Carmel McCarthy had lots to say about the Hot Topics of the Day. Leon Blanche previewed the big weekend Premier League clashes and Dr Kevin McKenny reminded us of the shocking killings Patrick Tierney and Sean O'Carroll in Ardee 99 years ago.

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Late Lunch Thursday November 28th 2019

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 16:23:56 GMT

The Story of Racing - Horse and Greyhounds in Dundalk by Joe Carroll and John Kirwan is a Cracker! Tommy Fleming ain't half bad either....Oisin Leech from the Lost Brothers found his way to us today and Rick Cronje suggested a red and white to keep us quaffing through the longer evenings.

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 27th 2019

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 16:10:19 GMT

Craic agus Ceol with the Screaming Orphans, the simply brilliant Miriam Simon on the future of Retail, Daniel O'Donnell, Vivienne Lyons makes an appeal for her son Vincent and Grainne Hearty is carrying on her late mother Josie's Christmas tradition.

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 26th 2019

Tue, 26 Nov 2019 15:55:15 GMT

On Late Lunch today - The Great Irish Debt Hangover, Andrew O'Connor's brilliant new book, Allen O'Donoghue on Parenting and Fly Tipping at Baltray.

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Late Lunch Monday November 25th 2019

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 16:19:01 GMT

Terry McCoy formerly of the Red Bank in Skerries has published a very interesting new book called St Patrick's Plate. Adrienne Reilly gave a powerful assessment of Human Trafficking. Austin Campbell founder of My Streets and all round good guy popped in for a chat on foot of his recent Humanitarian Award. Sarah O'Rourke from Meath was named Millner of the Year, Ivor Kenny told us about his dramatic dog rescue and Margaret Hughes nominated Ann Wilkinson as November's Unsung Hero.

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Late Lunch Friday November 22nd 2019

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 16:14:03 GMT

Today on Late Lunch - Book Club Friday with Margaret Madden, Ann Murray MD of Lir Chocolates, John O'Brien's inspirational story, weekend sports preview with Leon Blanche, new car registration plates and Dave Galbraith's walk on the wild side.

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Late Lunch Thursday November 21st 2019

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 16:26:08 GMT

Listening to Helena and Gerry O'Connor speak about the desecration of their sons grave evoked a range of emotions especially sympathy and support as listeners comments flooded in. Sinead O'Reilly warned and advised on a Head Lice epidemic. Gavin Minifie is at his wits end with roadworks at his Staholmog Stores. Samantha Murphy explained how Foxpack Flexibles are doing their bit for eco-friendly packaging. Niall Walsh from MACE in Clogherhead is supporting Baxter Browne's fundraiser and Gerry enjoyed a lively chat with Ashbourne based Millner Sarah O'Rourke.

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 20th 2019

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 16:41:48 GMT

Valerie and Noel Moran who recently sold their business joined Gerry to reflect on their wonderful story. Irish Whiskey Auctions the fledgling business of Anthony and Katie Sheehy has had a fantastic first year. Gillian Moore from Fuschia Makeup celebrates fourteen years in business and was our featured entrepreneur in Lets Talk Business. And Hector O'hEochagain had a word with us about his new series on TG4 as he travels across America's deep south.

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 19th 2019

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 16:19:59 GMT

Holocaust Tomi Reichental believes its more important than ever to remind as many people as possible about his story. Barbara Reilly sent us a Postcard from her first ever trip outside of Ireland. Nutritionist Rachel Graham had lots to say about our ongoing wellness. Tony Conlon revealed how he voted in the Irish Car of the Year categories. While little Alice Turner took her Chance and is a picture of health today!

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The Late Lunch Show, Monday November 18th, 2019

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 16:08:26 GMT

Gavin Duffy took the hot seat for Gerry on today's show when we heard about the welcome a hero dog received when he was found after 15 days. Shop security in the run up to Christmas was discussed and we learned just how important it is to discuss bereavement with a child. Catherine Fulvio had the banter with Gavin - but did he really chop onions for her once upon a time? Leah Barniville took our breath away with her new single and it was congratulations all round to Sunhill in Termonfeckin and to Sandra Gilmartin in the UK who took awards for Meath and Louth in the last week

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The Late Lunch Show, Friday November 15th, 2019

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 16:22:10 GMT

On today's show, Joan Larkin covered for Gerry as she discovered why some parents think schools aren't Catholic enough anymore! Emma Heatherington spoke on her new novel Rewrite the Stars and Aine Tuffy Gogarty revealed she still writes letters! We learned of a lovely shaggy dog story and spoke to Dessie Rogers on why footballers are soloing a ball to Croke Park.

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Late Lunch Thursday November 14th 2019

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 16:16:05 GMT

Andrea Corr opened our Show on foot of the publication of her new Memoir. Social Media Influencer Petrol Rose reflected on her powerful position. June Rodgers lifted our spirits in Late Lunch retro while scientist Barry Fitzgerald told us why Superhero Powers are within our grasp.

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 13th 2019

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 16:08:23 GMT

No better man than Peter Whelan to face the music which he has following a difficult time for his Whole Hoggs business. Money Doctor John Lowe explained why so many of us are victims of the Great Irish Mortgage Rip Off. Travel Advisors in Ratoath picked up an industry national award recently and Andrew Lynch is a Happy Man! While Thomas Clare explained the ins and outs of the Louth GAA Double House Draw.

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 12th 2019

Tue, 12 Nov 2019 16:16:50 GMT

Helena Tubridy joined Gerry and talked about her daughter Karla who died by suicide ten years ago. Gerry went along and met some of the many worthy winners at the recent Meath Youth Garda Awards. Nicky Kyle grows, cooks eats all her own which she showcases on Tunnel to Table. And they're really doing their bit for the Environment at Trim n Healthy as Charlotte Pye explained to Gerry

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The Late Lunch, Friday November 8th, 2019

Fri, 08 Nov 2019 15:57:13 GMT

On today's show, Ken Murray stood in for Gerry and talked all things Guth Gafa. Nadine McCarthy told us about the Celtic Leader Programme and children's author Laura Ellen Anderson gave us an insight into the gross world of a little Vampire.

We also heard a new Dunboyne version of 'You'll Never Walk Alone,' sang by a number of local musicians in aid of Sean Cox.

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Late Lunch Thursday November 7th 2019

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 16:18:27 GMT

Gerry LOVES Christmas but can't hack the early-fication of the Festive Season and the vast majority agree except for John Tuite!! Author Fiona Gartland's second book "Now That You've Gone" is another sure fire winner. Siobhan O'Neill-White's daughter April was only diagnosed as being Dyslexic recently at 12 in sixth class - not good! Has it gone too VAR - referee Errol Sweeney doesn't think so but has his reservations....

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 6th 2019

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 16:32:16 GMT

Roisin Matthews recounted her experience as an Airbnb Hostess, Post Office man Liam McCarthy going strong in his eighties, Pauline McLynn is a big supporter of rescue hens, Lynn Craven has an FAI Cup Winners medal and Eddie Caffrey had a chat with us about his Greenscene forty years on...

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 5th 2019

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 16:20:19 GMT

To Beard or not to Beard that's the question Stephen Maloney faced!! What a Woman - what a story you just got to admire Sharon Doherty. Gerry knows his books and authors and was mightily impressed with Caelainn Hogan's "Republic of Shame". Aine Murphy from Moorehall Lodge has been nominated for National Carer of the Year and she's also our Unsung Hero for October - Well Deserved!!

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Late Lunch Monday November 4th 2019

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 16:12:54 GMT

Not the outcomes we expected for Drogheda or Dundalk Football Clubs over the weekend - Adrian Taaffe reflected. Eighty Two years young and taking out his degree that's Tom Boyle. Phil McCartan from the Stormont Hotel has heard, seen and knows a thing or two after forty years!! Enda Donnellan is calling on all of us to become more conscious in living and life. While John Brennan wants to remember the person who donated his heart to John gifting him a new lease of life.

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A Tribute to Vincent Hoey

Fri, 01 Nov 2019 16:41:14 GMT

On Friday's Late Gerry Kelly accompanied by Anna McKenna paid tribute to a Champion of Drogheda and all it entails - the late great Vincent Hoey.

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Late Lunch Friday November 1st 2019

Fri, 01 Nov 2019 16:12:01 GMT

Gerry in the company of Anna McKenna paid tribute to one of Drogheda's greatest sons Vincent Hoey who passed away recently. Its sold three million copies worldwide and has been an Irish Bestseller for a year and a half now - Tattooist of Auschwitz author Heather Morris joined us. Clinton's Crisps are The Best in the World says the packet and we're more than inclined to agree they do what it says on the bag!! Leon Blanche previewed the major sporting tussles of the weekend and we heard from Dundalk supporters ahead of the FAI Cup Final on Sunday.

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Late Lunch Thursday October 31st 2019

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 16:23:24 GMT

It's a barrel of laughs all the way when funny couple Fred Cooke and Julie Jay hit the airwaves! John Gilroy filled us in on the origins of Tlachtga, Rick Cronje recommended some Winter Warmers, Eamonn Matthews reminisced about Halloween of yesteryear as Drogheda Creative Writers regaled us with some festive poetry....

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The Late Lunch, Wednesday October 30th, 2019

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 16:07:26 GMT

On yer bike with Andy Spearman as he relayed the 'joys' of cycling around Drogheda! We also learned how kids in Navan were going to dress up as Saints on Hallowe'en.

Anthony Murphy used a drone to capture a new henge, uncovered by a dry summer - and his story went around the world. We were licking our lips as Tara Walker took over the Late Lunch kitchen and finally Liam Woods is looking for the support of anglers to protect our rivers.

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 29th 2019

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 15:57:51 GMT

We reflected on the Final Hurrah for Team Carrie after 10 years participating in the Dublin City Marathon. Vet Sinead Kelly had all the answers to listeners questions. Top Children's author Erika McGann popped in for a chat about her brilliant new book - The Night-Time Cat and the Plump Grey Mouse! While Marie Marie Agnew brought us news of an exciting recovery from the Irish sea bed and the wreckage of the SS Dundalk.

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Late Lunch Friday October 25th 2019

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 15:33:24 GMT

Dundalk boss Vinny Perth reflected on his first winning season as manager. Margaret Madden brought us her monthly recommendations in Book Club. Betty Clarke, Ciara Burke and Carmel McCarthy are Women never short of an Opinion!! Leon Blanche looked ahead to the weekend in Sport and Sheila Murphy made an emotional appeal on behalf of Darragh McNally.

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Late Lunch Thursday October 24th 2019

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 15:03:01 GMT

Samhain took on a whole new meaning on Late Lunch today! Grace McArdle Manager of Rape Crisis Northeast revealed their increasing workload and what's driving the numbers upwards. Kathy McGrane is a dynamo at 90 and the race is almost run for Team Carrie...

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 23rd 2019

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 14:59:38 GMT

Maria Monzon told the story of Lola and Luca her children both born with severe EB which took their lives all too soon. The legendary Mary Black was buzzing about her new album. Gerry was given a refresher in CPR and Deirdre McDermott told us why a good night's sleep really matters.

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 22nd 2019

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 15:11:12 GMT

What a lovely chat Phil Coulter had with Gerry about aspects of his Biography called "Bruised Never Broken". Grainne Hearty has come through a most difficult time in her life tinged with joy and sadness. Dermot Higgins describes himself as a "Natural Naturist" as he bared all metaphorically of course! While Superintendent Andrew Watters praised members of the public who foiled a raider in a local shop and gave us an update on policing in Drogheda.

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The Late Lunch, Monday October 21st, 2019

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 15:15:39 GMT

On today's Late Lunch, Dr Jonathan OKeeffe Ahern, gene therapy researcher in UCD told us of a new breakthrough for EB, also known as butterfly disease.

Geraldine Cussen told of having to wait up to 90 minutes for a bus to bring her 10km while Meath Co. Council's Road Safety Officer Mick Finegan advised on how to light up safely this winter.

Rachel Graham answered all your nutritional questions and it was success for the Newtown Blues last weekend!

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Late Lunch Friday October 18th 2019

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 15:10:41 GMT

Miss Ireland Chelsea Farrell victim of a stalker reveals her recent terror. Royal Blood certainly courses through Martin O'Connell's veins! Jobs round the home sorted with the new Hired Help app. Leon Blanche previewed the weekend's sport and Angel Queenan is a miracle with big ambitions....

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Late Lunch Thursday October 17th 2019

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 15:07:07 GMT

Amanda Geraghty isn't shocked by anyone or anything she encounters on the streets as she and her friends from Athboy feed, clothe and tend to the homeless in Dublin. No more homework for primary school children - Yippee all round but maybe not just yet as Valerie Flynn explained. Nigel Woods founder of Amstrow was the focus of our business feature this month. Pharmacist Kathy Maher had plenty of advice to keep all in sundry Well this Winter. While Shauna Cusack is a shining example of the benefits of being Fostered.

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Amy Dunne - My Story

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 15:35:22 GMT

On the day of her 17th Birthday in 2007 Amy Dunne was told the baby she was expecting wouldn't survive beyond birth. What was she to do? In a very different Ireland Amy would be known as Miss D - twelve years on she's telling her story....

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 16th 2019

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 15:19:39 GMT

Dr Maria Garvey's Helping Hands Programme has received National recognition - unsurprising when you hear how it deals with bullying. In an emotionally charged conversation Amy Dunne recalled events from 2007 when she was at the centre of the Miss D right to travel case. Tony Conlon reviewed the new Nissan Duke and Peugeot 208. While Gerry was only chuffed to have a word with Nancy Stewart who celebrated her 106th Birthday today!!

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 15th 2019

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 15:30:22 GMT

Kristin Wall told the heartbreaking story of baby Robyn's stillbirth. You can bring your Mammy's sayings with you in your pocket thanks to Kunak McGann and Sarah Cassidy! Ecologist Billy Flynn our new nature & wildlife expert joined us today and spoke about trees and woodlands. And sticker albums aren't just for soccer stars - St. Marys Donore are in on the act...

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The Late Lunch, Monday October 14th, 2019

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 15:08:40 GMT

On today's show, we discussed why the Louth County Final was called off yesterday. Snoring - would you kick your partner out of bed for it? We heard from Darina Allen about cooking perfection while Keane Barry told us about how dart perfection led to a bulls Eye.

Mary Carroll leads companies to success and Agri-Kids has won yet another award.

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Late Lunch Friday October 11th 2019

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 15:02:04 GMT

Buyer Beware! Shane Healy was recently scammed out of €2K when buying a car on Done Deal? Evelyn Garland and Lorraine Murphy are Enterprising Women who want to help their sisters. Andrew Bennetts-Byrne promised Gerry he'd be back with his Oscar in the near future!! Leon Blanche previewed the Ireland games and Eilish Balfe told us how a preschool in Ratoath are introducing young children to caring for their mental health.

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Late Lunch Thursday October 10th 2019

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 15:11:41 GMT

A chronic neurological pain diagnosis has rekindled a latent talent with Sean Purcell. Mike McCarthy and Paul Carroll the Boys were Back in Town looking and sounding FAB as usual. Eithne Shortall with new book and baby in tow even had to take on Gerry's Mastermind challenge! Bernard McDonnell popped in to highlight the link between ageing and where we live.

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 9th 2019

Wed, 09 Oct 2019 15:33:48 GMT

Gail McEvoy took us through the Budget in layman's terms, after thirty years Jacqui Taaffe decided to RISE, Joan Larkin spent €11K on Cookie her dog and Brid Bell told us why she and others are Sick of Plastic...

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 8th 2019

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 15:13:55 GMT

If you're needing inspiration have a listen to Jack Kavanagh an amazing young man. Barbara Scully gave us an update on her diabetes. Derek Pepper spoke about those living with people dealing with a mental illness and as anticipated Jason Byrne lightened our load.

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Vicky Phelan - Overcoming

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 11:03:57 GMT

Cast into the spotlight last year as a result of the Cervical Check scandal Vicky Phelan has penned a fascinating memoir called "Overcoming". Here Vicky joins Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch for a riveting conversation about her incredible life and times of which her cancer diagnosis is but one aspect...

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The Late Lunch Show, Monday October 7th, 2019

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 15:02:09 GMT

On today's show we spoke to inspirational woman Vicky Phelan who talked about all that she has overcome, even before unveiling last year's Cervical Cancer scandal. Robert Hoban, CEO of OFFR revealed a new way of selling property and it's that time of the year again for St Gerard's novena. She may be 83 years old but that doesn't stop Annette Callan from jumping from a plane!

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Late Lunch Friday October 4th 2019

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 10:37:36 GMT

Gerry loves his Spuds and on National Potato Day Jeni Meade and Conor O'Malley from the Meade Potato Company popped in for a chat. Amy Dutil Wall touched our hearts with her story of immense loss and the giving of life. Tara Walker teamed up with Colin Marry at East Coast Cookery School to work her magic with his wonderful pork. Niamh McGuill is doing her bit for the environment with her new toothbrush and Leon Blanche looked ahead top the weekend in sport.

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Late Lunch Thursday October 4th 2019

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 15:10:40 GMT

Sean Boylan and Brendan Cummins paid tribute to former Meath County Board Chairman Fintan Ginnity who passed away earlier today. Angler's representative Alan Molloy told us about a lethal new disease affecting Salmonoids in the River Boyne catchment. Sinead Tiernan gave up drinking almost three years ago and told us how much better she feels in every way On National Breastfeeding Week Gerry joined a local Cuidiu group to talk to mums. Its Flu jab time - Kathy Maher from Haven Pharmacy was so informative on the who, what and whys....

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 2nd 2019

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 15:21:19 GMT

Louth Ladies Captain Kate Flood reflected on another fantastic year ahead of her departure to Australia to play with Fremantle in the AFL. We discussed Menopause with Aisling Grimley and Catherine O'Keeffe. Children's author of the Vroomtown series Emer Conlon has another winner on her hands! While Gerry rounded off a lively couple of hours in the company of the wonderful Mary Byrne.

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The Late Lunch, Tuesday October 1, 2019

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 11:35:45 GMT

On today's show, Meath's litter warden Alan Nolan warned of the dangers of illegal bonfires after finding two highly flammable gas cylinders at the base of one structure.

Trish Keogh unveiled the remarkable story of her father's World War II diaries. Dolores Grace revealed how running helped her cope with grief.

Retirees overeat and drink? We heard more and Prof. Patricia Casey spoke about eco-anxiety. Finally, well done to Blackrock on their Tidy Towns national win.

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Late Lunch, Monday September 30th, 2019

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 15:19:43 GMT

On today's show Joan Larkin was in the hot seat to hear how insurance is crippling community creches in Meath. Outscamming a scammer always puts a smile on people's faces and Ross Walsh told us just how he got money for charity from the unwitting conman. Ruairi Smith urged people not to believe all the perfection on social media while David Gilroy wants to blow the dust off the importance of Eoghan O'Growney. Do all your houseplants die? We got tips. Great news for Ardee with the return of a stolen chalice and finally youth workers in Meath appeal for help in finding a youth centre

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Late Lunch Friday September 27th 2019

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 15:23:08 GMT

Sandra Finegan from Globe Travel brought us all the latest on the holiday and breakaway fronts. Oristown National School opened their new hall in memory of its former teacher Clodagh Hawe. Betty Clarke, Caroline Kavanagh and Ciara Burke were our Women with Opinions and Leon Blanche looked ahead to the weekend in sport.

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Late Lunch Thursday September 26th 2019

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:48:51 GMT

Peter Sheridan CEO of Cooperation Ireland gave us his take on Brexit and more besides, Art Agnew remembered Patrick Kavanagh ahead of Kavanagh Weekend, Nicola and Gavan Ring are opening a new singing school in Cooley and Gerry popped along for a catch-up with Team Carrie.

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Late Lunch Wednesday September 25th 2019

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 15:05:24 GMT

Gerry turned the tables on his GP Dr Kandan Loganathan who was named Patients Choice GP of the Year at the recent National Awards! Una O'Hagan and Colm Keane popped in for a chat about their new book "The Village of Bernadette" which prompted lots of reaction from listening Lourdes devotees. While Mary Hewitt 's nomination Kathy McGrane is our Unsung Hero for September.

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Late Lunch Tuesday September 24th 2019

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 14:53:11 GMT

We reflected on Dundalk's retention of the League of Ireland Title, Sinead Kelly answered all of your pet questions, we reviewed a brilliant new book all about traditional music and song in Meath and heard from Helen Dwyer of My Generation Boutique who styles the new Miss Ireland Chelsea Farrell.

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Late Lunch Monday September 23rd 2019

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 15:04:40 GMT

It's life-changing yet many of us put it on the long finger - Marieanne Heron and John Groarke had lots of sound advice from the personal and financial perspectives of Retirement. Librarian Amanda Branigan joined us for a catch-up and to tell us about a raft of events coming up at Louth Libraries. Sabina Schneider and her brother lost all possessions and are homeless following a house fire on Friday. The wonderful Roy Taylor has a new song aimed at raising awareness and funds for trials for MND patients. While Eric Lawlor told us a lovely wee story about his late brother the actor Sean Lawlor.

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Late Lunch Tuesday September 10th 2019

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 15:51:30 GMT

In an emotional interview on the day her son Shane would have celebrated his 27th Birthday, Majella O'Dwyer relived the devastation of his suicide. Tony Conlon brought us his regular motoring feature, Siobhan McMahon and Adrian Cleary lifted the lid on Sepsis and John Sherwin CEO of the Irish Deaf Society appealed to people to Donate not Dump!

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Late Lunch 2nd Sept 2019

Mon, 09 Sep 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Dr David Whitlock hasn't washed in 15 years and he doesn't wreak - honestly!! Helen McEntee is passionate about the Kumon Method of studying and for good reason. What an story Naomi Isimemen had to tell about her life journey and we heard about yet another Tomato World Record set at the National Botanic Gardens.

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Late Lunch Thursday August 22nd 2019

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Aggression and anger towards parents is on the up as well as a range of other issues which emerged as Gerry met Rita O'Reilly CEO of Parentline. Aidan Berrill was chipper as he outlined progress with the new Louth GAA grounds in Dundalk. Darragh McCullough gave a robust but honest assessment on the big issues facing farming. Marian McGeeney is a cool €200 better off after telling Gerry about her Big Win thanks to a loss??? Fiona Squibb despaired at the wanton attack on the HQ of Louth SPCA and Gerry popped along for a catch-up with Team Carrie.

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 21st 2019

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT

A Weight Loss App for 8 year olds? Fabulous Pharmacist Laura Dowling is not impressed! Former FIFA referee Errol Sweeney offered his thoughts on the latest VAR controversies. Vera Twomey has written a book about her fight for medicinal cannabis for daughter Ava. Gerry Browne had a story and won the Coors Light cash today. Michelle MacGuinness and Jean McGuinness told us why they're launching a Ladies of Liquor group and we touched base with Tracey Hanby as her journey round Ireland with daughter Clodagh came to an end.

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 20th 2019

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT

With a strike looming Sandra Finegan gave us a steer about what to do if you've booked flights with Ryanair. Empowerment Coach Aoife O'Brien discussed Imposter Syndrome which it's estimated affects 70% of people!! Aine O'Connor is all set for the Miss Ireland contest in September where she'll do a great job representing Meath. Darren O'Donnchadha told us about his big win in life and picked up €200 and more besides from Coors Light - Happy Days!!! Our Louise had the drums beating after she mentioned and old remedy for stings while Dr Malie Coyne's advice will certainly take the stress out of the return to school for children and parents alike.

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Late Lunch Monday August 19th 2019

Sun, 18 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT

GUESS who joined us for a catch-up today? Hannah Rose May! Woo Hoo!!! Wildlife crime is worth a staggering €20 Billion every year around the world sadly we are significant contributors in Ireland - Superintendent Martin Walker from an Garda Siochana joined Gerry for a most interesting conversation. Siobhan O'Neill-White from mams.ie had lots of sound money saving advice and strong opinions about back to school costs. Shane Carolan told us about a significant win in his life and won cash and moore besides courtesy of Coors Light. And the curtain fell on Fleadh 2019 in Drogheda in the company of Labhras O'Murchu Director General of Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann.

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Late Lunch Friday August 16th 2019

Thu, 15 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Navan's Davie Furey is bringing it all back home tonight - we nabbed him for a song and a chat. Oscar Everitt shot to fame overnight after Nathan Carter joined him on West Street in Drogheda yesterday before Nathan invited the talented 7 year old to join hin in concert at the Fleadh last evening and the young man joined Gerry for a pow-wow today!! We had a natter and tunes from a crew from Leeds before Leon Blanche previewed the weekend sport.

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Late Lunch Thursday August 15th 2019

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Fleadh Fever continued on Late Lunch today with the wonderful Antoin MacGabhann and his daughter Bernadette. John Shanahan told his story of coming to Drogheda and what a story it is!! Carole Mansfield delivers CPR courses for dog owners and gave our Helena a lesson on-air today. While we heard of Jane's plight who's looking for a home to rent before she finds herself on the street.

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 14th 2019

Tue, 13 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Pat Carr home for the Fleadh had some story to tell about his daughter Cal and himself! Gerry had a right ould crack with The Healys from Perth and Zoe Worden from the Dark Horse Vegan restaurant before rounding off with the boys from Combines 4 Charity ten years on since they began fundraising.

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 13th 2019

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Ahead of the launch of her debut album "By the Light of the Moon" tomorrow at the Fleadh local fiddle player Roisin Ward Morrow popped in for a chat and a tune! CEO of LGBT Ireland Paula Fagan reflected on a sea-change in a generation in Ireland towards her community. WOW - what can we say about Farah Elle - listen and understand the talent this young woman is!! And after telling his life-saving story Gerry named Mark Lynch as our Unsung Hero for August- well deserved I'm sure you'll agree....

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Late Lunch Monday August 12th 2019

Sun, 11 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Frank Lynch spoke about his brother Donal who was attacked at his home in Blackrock on Saturday. Donal O'Connor Producer of Fleadh TV joined us for a chat and a song. Jim MacArdle releases music of the Usher Family on a new triple CD to co-incide with the annual traditional music festival. Nicky Kyle returned with Summertime Tunnel to Table and we caught up with Tracy on her Travels and daughter Clodagh too.....

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Late Lunch Friday August 9th 2019

Thu, 08 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Today marked 40 years since Gerry began his working life as a clerical officer in the Central Statistics Office a milestone he refelected on with Eddie Joyce who he met on that first day and whose friendship has endured. August 9th proved to be significant with a raft of listeners who messaged us in their droves and some of whom told their stories to Gerry - great stuff here!! We also concluded our features on post Leaving Cert and Adult Education with the Louth Meath Education & Training Board, Leon Blanche looked ahead to the weekend's sport and we rounded off a memorable day with more about August 9th.

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Late Lunch Thursday August 8th 2019

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT

The McKenna Family have worked several lifetimes at the Nursery in the Monks of Collon which alas will close for good on August 16th - Yvonne McKenna had her say today. Shane Maguire cycled across America to test himself and raise funds for the Motor Neurone Disease Association of Ireland. Apprenticeships and Adult Education were under the spotlight with the LMETB today. We heard from Ashbourne Rugby Club who are doing their bit to support awareness and a number or organisations in the area of Mental Health.

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Late Lunch Wednesday August 7th 2019

Tue, 06 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Sibeal - Nach bhfuil si go hAlainn? Paula Ralph told us about her work helping people through surgery. Emma Loughran and Aoife Halpin recalled their experience of waiting for and receiving the Leaving Certificate results a year ago and what they're up to now. And we touched base with Dundalk fans in Slovakia

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Late Lunch Tuesday August 6th 2019

Mon, 05 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT

What a weekend for Meath Swimmers! Mark Hanley and Sinead Delaney only went and won the Mens and Womens Liffey Swim in its historic 100th year - a double for the Royal County!! Anthony Gilsenan manager of Killua Castle popped in for a chat. With Leaving Cert results just a week away there are many options besides college which we heard about today and will through the week from the Louth Meath Education and Training Board. While Irish Times Washington correspondent Suzanne Lynch doesn't hold out much hope of gun law reform in the USA following the latest mass shootings.

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Late Lunch Friday August 2nd 2019

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 23:00:00 GMT

The Sun's always shining when Globe Travel's Sandra Finegan calls! Roslyn Doherty is still assisting people who are struggling with their mortgages with great success. Meath Road Safety Officer Mick Finegan spoke about safety ahead of the Bank Holiday weekend. Darragh O'Heiligh is disappointed but philosohpical about the cancellation of Music at the Gate during the forthcoming Fleadh. Leon Blanche previewed the weekend in sport and Paul O'Sullivan told us why business is booming at Carlingford Lough Ferries.

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Late Lunch Thursday August 1st 2019

Wed, 31 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

A vegetarian once but hunter now- its game all the way for Rachel Carrie! Another closure due to no insurance - this time its Trim Alpacas. Ahead of the Dublin Horse Show next week course designer Tom Holden popped in for a chat. Tara Walker teamed up with Nick's Fish at East Coast Cookery School. We heard about a big sponsorship for the Fleadh and a new festival called PUCA all set for the off this Halloween.

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 31st 2019

Tue, 30 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Ahead of another night of destiny for Dundalk in Europe we were joined by Big Match commentator Adrian Taaffe and some Lilywhite fans out and about in Baku! We heard about Outcomers Drogheda which is launching tomorrow. From the Candy Store to the Galtymore - Joe Kearney reflected on the Showband era and on the 44th anniversary of the Miami Showband tragedy we were joined by Martin Lynch co-writer of a new Musical about the band.

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 30th 2019

Tue, 30 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

He's some man! Thirty two triathlons, in the same number of days in every county (32) in Ireland - that's Declan Loy! Padraig Rath is the keeper of toys, Vet Sinead Kelly had all the answers, we met Transplanters heading to the World Games and Leon Duffy told us of his plans to restore the Central Hotel in Navan.

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Late Lunch Monday July 29th 2019

Sun, 28 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Brody Sweeney's Camille Thai Kitchen rolls into Navan and Ashbourne shortly - we talked and tasted today! Tracey Hanby and daughter Clodagh are on a month-long tour of the Irish Coast - Day 1 - Wexford update. Singer/Songwriter Brian McGrane is making his way solo and as we heard he's really good. While Sharon Keogan made an appeal for support on behalf of motorbike racer Aaron Clifford who's in a coma in hospital in the UK following an accident last weekend.

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Late Lunch Friday July 26th 2019

Thu, 25 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Have a listen and you'll understand why Louth has a Winner on its hands in Chelsea Farrell! No shortage of comment, discussion, debate and fun with Carmel McCarthy, Betty Clarke and Caroline Kavanagh our Women with Opinions. Leon Blanche took a look ahead to the weekend in Sport and the Stout's are digging again in Conty Meath with some success.

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Late Lunch Thursday July 25th 2019

Wed, 24 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Adrian Taaffe our Big Match commentator had a chat with Gerry about Dundalk's draw with Qarabag in the Champions League last evening. We met our featured Team Carrie runners as they prepare for the Dublin Marathon 2019. Margaret Madden brought us her recommended reads on Late Lunch Book Club. The Village Hotel celebrates its first birthday and Marie Daly CEO of Crann Support Group posed searching questions following last night's Primetime investigation into a chain of Dublin creches.

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Book Club July 2019

Wed, 24 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

When Margaret Madden recommends a book you can be sure you'll enjoy reading it! Here she is with her picks for July and beyond - Enjoy!

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 24th 2019

Tue, 23 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Consultant Dermatologist Dr Rosemary Coleman was so enlightening and informative about her work. It's official best-selling author Maria Duffy has been interviewed more than any other writer by Gerry!! No better man than Allen O'Donoghue to Help Us 2 Parent. Rounding off today's conversations Patrick Galligan told us why he wants but can't have his mother Kitty home?

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More Than Skin Deep

Tue, 23 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

She was born and reared just outside Navan, travelled the world gaining qualifications and experience and is now based at the Blackrock Clinic. Consultant Dermatologist Dr Rosemary Coleman had many interesting things to say to Gerry about her field of expertise on Late Lunch today.

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Champion Kate O'Connor talks to Late Lunch

Mon, 22 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Kate O'Connor wins silver and Ireland's first ever heptathlon medal

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The Late Lunch Show Tuesday July 23rd 2019

Mon, 22 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Veterinary nurse Hannah Neenan tells Gerry why they are appealing to people to bin their dog waste. Kate O'Connor describes how she's feeling after her big win.

Any love islanders out there? Sharon Kenny, the Match Maker has you covered. Do you know any female car salespeople? We found two.

Finally, Bryan Mee tells us about an exciting auction of contents from the Clermont Arms in Blackrock.

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Late Lunch Monday July 22nd 2018

Sun, 21 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Irish Daily Star Soccer Correspondent Paul Lennon joined us to talk about the current state of play with the FAI. Royal Tara Golf Professional John Byrne reflected on Shane Lowry's Open win. We heard why Bouncy Castles could be running out of air? Bobby McCormack from Development Perspectives told us about a new initiative aimed at helping refugees and local communities assimilate. While local poet Polly Richardson read and said for Gerry!

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The Late Late Show Friday, July 19th, 2019

Thu, 18 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Joan Larkin was in the hot seat today on Late Lunch where she spoke to Slane publican Brian Kelly on the theft of a number of kegs from his bar.

Simon Wharmby told us why he is appealing to the Department of Education and Skills to retain a life skills class in a Navan School and the Bedfords described their fundraising journey for Niall who has MS.

We heard the first Drogheda song for the Fleadh and found out that you can now recycle crisp packets

Are you afraid of flying? Michael Comyn deals with anxious flyers every day.

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Late Lunch Thursday July 18th 2019

Wed, 17 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

We reflected on Dundalk's dramatic penalty shoot out win in the Champions League last evening. Fiona Larkin told the story of how her dad's life was saved in Blackrock village. Aileen Ferguson reflected on being the first woman garda to be assigned to a station in Meath. Everything was Rose in studio when vino virtuoso Rick Cronje came calling while Mary Hoey explained why she nominated Tracey Rogers for our Unsung Hero Award.

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 17th 2019

Tue, 16 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Oonagh Duggan from Birdwatch warmly welcomed the staus quo prevailing on hedgerow cutting. Dr Tony Humphrey's told us why we must love ourselves above all else before we can love someone else. Donal Norton has so many strings to his bow and boy can he tell a story!!! Sara Kelly told us about the surgery that's correcting her scoliosis and we touched base with Dundalk fans in Riga ahead of this evening's Champions League qualifier.

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A Journey to Wellness

Mon, 15 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

It was pure chance that Tara Mohan went for a medical ahead of taking up a new job. It was 2014 and Tara was 21 when she was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma. This would be the start of a journey with a really positive outcome...

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 16th 2019

Mon, 15 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Tara Mohan told her story- we hung on every word and then listened intensely as Noeleen Sheridan explained the ins and outs of immunotherapy. Dundalk Golf Club's Brendan Lawlor is the Scottish Open Disabled Golf Champion and we were delighted to have him join us on his return from the Renaissance Links. Aaron Mulligan hung up his boots to become a Professional Cocktail Maker - Gerry was mightily impressed!! Its Year 8 of the Kilmoon Barn Dance which this far has raised almost half a million euro for charities as organiser Michael Fox explained...

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Late Lunch Monday July 15th 2019

Sun, 14 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Brooke Courtney, Ciaran McKinney and a group of their teenage friends have set up a Mental Health Hub in memory of and response to the untimely death of their friend Darragh who took his own life. Rathcairn sisters Etain and Maire Ni Churraoin sang and had a real nice chat about themselves and their music with Gerry. Julie Jay is on her way to the top in the world of comedy. Paul and Anna Lisa Van Bloom made another appeal for the return of equipment and priceless memories from Lisa's wedding on the Hill of Tara which were subsequently stolen from their hired car at the Hill of Slane.

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Late Lunch Friday July 12th 2019

Thu, 11 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Sports Scientist and Lecturer Shane Mangan believes his proposals are the way forward for GAA football competitions at county and club levels. Nicola Grills is sure sixling Gin stands out from the rest! Aoife Bradley is confident her new My Fitness Journal can pave the way for a much better life all round for all. Leon Blanche looked ahead to the weekend in sport and we heard about a twinning between the Boyne Valley and the Boyne City region in the USA.

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Late Lunch Thursday July 11th 2019

Wed, 10 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Sad but grateful for what he did to raise our spirits - Brendan Grace - our tribute to one of the finest entertainers of all time. We heard all about Martha Fitzpatrick's napkin sketching which has attracted a larger following on social media and a new Horse Racing Festival for Meath. Siobhan Jordan and those first responders from the Red Cross who saved her life dropped in to tell the tale while Katie Jerromes is all set for Broadway and a glittering career in song and dance as she heads to Cambridge for three years in the autumn.

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Brendan Remembered

Wed, 10 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Today we said goodbye to one of our greatest entertainers Brendan Grace. He was and will always be fondly remembered for his comedic genius, wonderful singing and endearing disposition. Here's a really lovely interview with Brendan and Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch from Friday November 27th 2015 - Rest in Peace Brendan.....

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Almost The Last Run

Wed, 10 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Sunday August 12th 2018 another day another race for Northeast Runners Siobhan Jordan as she took part in Dublin's Rock n Roll Half Marathon. However, just short of the finish line her race of life was almost run.......

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My Life In and Out of Addiction

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Addicted to Heroin she did anything and everything to feed her habit. Alone with baby in tow Joanne O'Dwyer's life appeared to be heading in one direction. Against the odds she turned her life around and the story has a really positive outcome.....

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Late Lunch Wednesday July 10th 2019

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Joanne O'Dwyer spoke candidly about her life into and out of Addiction - powerful stuff! We got a taster of Nicola Cassidy's second novel The Nanny at Number 43 which is about to hit bookstores. Accomplished athletes Mark O'Shea and Jay Brecher who are participating in the Irish Miler Club Athletics meeting at Lourdes Stadium on Saturday popped in for a chat.

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Late Lunch Tuesday July 9th 2019

Mon, 08 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Harp maker Jan Muyllaert eir(ed) a gripe about his email being down on a regular basis. John Joe Halpin's whitethorn hedge has been fleeced by a plague of caterpillars - pray what could they be? We caught up with Billy Cantwell who founded the Irish Echo in Australia thirty years ago. Gerry was convinced he met a modern day Dr Dolittle following an interesting chat with Paul Bathe. While Sarah Caden is guilt riven like many other parents when school's out for Summer.

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Late Lunch Monday July 8th 2019

Sun, 07 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Is there an Asteroid hurtling its way towards Earth? Not imminently says Professor Alan Fitzsimmons! Annette Callan is a mighty woman - have a listen. Peter Admirand believes there's a simple solution to a peaceful coexistence for all while Anne Boyle advised on Water Safety.

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Late Lunch Friday July 5th 2019

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Tom Cardiff knows the ins and outs of dealing with nesting Herring Gulls from his experience in Balbriggan. Gerry waxed lyrical about a new movie with big Meath connections called "The Bridge". Ashley Hayden believes there's fewer fish in the sea for a particular reason and Leon Blanche had a look ahead to the weekend in sport.

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Late Lunch Thursday July 4th 2019

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Fabulous Pharmacist Laura Dowling is spot on in her analysis of the enormous waste when it comes to drugs and medicines stashed in our homes. Stephenstown Pond is open for business despite a vandalism incident. Dr Niamh Rowe explained what Cognitive Rehabilitation Therapy is all about. Miriam McManus was a founding member of Dunboyne Tennis Club 40 years ago and still plays! While we heard all about the Leinster Fleadh which takes place in Athboy next week and from the Durcan brothers Fionn and Oisin who played us out in rousing fashion..

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The Late Lunch Show, Wednesday July 3rd, 2019

Tue, 02 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

On today's show, we talk all things Bellewstown Races as we come live from 'the Hill' just hours before the first race.

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The Late Lunch Show Tuesday July 2nd 2019

Mon, 01 Jul 2019 23:00:00 GMT

The issue of iPads in Ratoath College rumbles on and we speak about the issue to concerned parent Nicola Kearns. Journalist Aaron McNicholas details the latest on the protests in Hong Kong.

From skipper to ceramist, Bernadette Tuite shares her journey while author Ciara Geraghty describes her latest book 'The Rules of the Road.'

All roads lead to Termonfeckin this week for the international Harp Festival.

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Late Lunch Monday July 1st 2019

Sun, 30 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Irish soccer International and Manchester City star Megan Campbell popped in for a catch-up with Gerry. Hilda Burke offered suggestions on how to deal with the growing addiction to smartphones. Margaret Reilly has taken on her first female apprentice and is looking for another. Teenage Seapoint golfer Dylan Keating is on the cusp of qualifying for the Open Championship. While Jill Amante's Sunday School teacher Simon Lockwood paid tribute to his fellow church member who died following a swimming accident at a local beach on Friday.

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Late Lunch Friday June 28th 2019

Thu, 27 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Great Day in Kells and the Headfort Arms at the Hinterland Festival where we were joined by one of the towns rising stars best-selling author Olivia Kiernan and Mark Smith who's celebrating a decade of the town's Type Trail! Gerry was in his element in the company of Countdown's Nick Hewer, Margaret Madden brought us her Book Club recommendations, Anthony Holten presented Gerry with a beautiful new hardbacked edition of his seminal work "The Boyne" and Fred Cooke did what Fred Cooke does best - make us all laugh.....

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Late Lunch Thursday June 27th 2019

Wed, 26 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Following last night's Primetime, Greyhound owners & trainers Michael Heeney and David McNamara had their say about the investigation. The Village Folk are going strong at 50! Rick Cronje brought us his recommendations for Aperitif and Sweet wines. Paddy Donnelly confirmed its full steam ahead for Fleadh Cheoil 2019 in Drogheda and Brendan Price told us about a Porpoise he came accross on Baltray beach.

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 26th 2019

Tue, 25 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Ken Murray had his say about Meath GAA Manager Andy McEntee's outburst at Meath Chronicle journalist Jimmy Geoghegan following Sunday's heavy defeat to Dublin. Stewart Agnew from Dundlak Credit Union told us about their Pro-Energy Homes initiative. Tara Walker teamed up with the guys from Great Northern Larder to rustle up her Flavours of the Boyne Valley. Michael Kenny took on the Concern Refugee Ration Pack Challenge and told us how he got on. While John Farrelly explained why he's really concerned about the Fairy Trees on the Hill of Tara.

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The Late Lunch Show Tuesday June 25th, 2019

Mon, 24 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

On today's show we talk about the abuse that people think they have the right to give referees.

Our native salmon are under threat. How can we help?

Sarah O'Neill has graduated with first class honours from college just a few years after she sat her Leaving Cert. battling cancer.

Was it robot wars in Walshestown recently or did the students rule the roost against Mylo and family.

Met Eireann tell us to break out the barbecue but before that, is it time to clean up your Twitter trash?

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Late Lunch Monday June 24th 2019

Sun, 23 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

It's ten years since Robert Pye first told his story on Late Lunch, he's been back on a number of occasions subsequently and today returned to reflect and reaffirm his beliefs. We heard about the students from Carnaross National School who are signing and singing for Down Syndrome. Marie Therese Rogers Maloney has committed her life story to print in "For the Sins of My Mother" and what a story it is!! While Kate Gunn cautioned about Sharenting lots about our children.

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Late Lunch Friday June 21st 2019

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Sandra Finegan took us to Italy - Lake Garda and Verona and had many other suggestions for holiday breaks ahead of school's out for Summer! No shortage of banter with Betty Clarke, Ciara Burke and Carmel McCarthy our Women with Opinions. Leon Blanche looked ahead to the GAA Provincial football finals and Sharon Byrne told us about a lucky escape her family had from their car which went up in flames on the N3.

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Late Lunch Thursday June 20th 2019

Wed, 19 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

There's money out there for retro-fitting your home as Money Doctor John Lowe outlined. Dr Ken Whelan told us about a new threat to our Wild Atlantic Salmon stocks. Derek Pepper from SHINE spoke about our mental health and a new programme called "Finding My Way". Still on a high following his sellout concert at the National Concert Hall classical guitarist Pat Coldrick popped in for a chat. And Maggie Lyng is calling for changes to the new legislation dealing with the rights to information for Adopted children.

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 19th 2019

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Child Protection Expert Shane Dunphy is well worth listening to as he discusses the fallout from the Anna Kriegel murder trial verdict. Shane Holland has built a currach and is putting it to really good use gathering plastics from our seas. Psychotherapist Bairbre Kelly dealt with a number of interesting personal predicaments and a year on we heard how the Meehan girls are getting on at the alternative Sudbury School.

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 18th 2019

Mon, 17 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Tracy Carroll is a full-time carer to her daughter Willow, feels she's being totally overlooked by the State and is appealing for recognition for all carers. Gerry was back at the desk in St Joseph's CBS with school pal Fr Eamon Sheridan. GK had a lovely chat with Top Jockey Lisa O'Neill who's n Ambassador for Bellewstown Races. Our Host was once known as the Maggott Man - have a listen and you'll understand why!!! While Environmental campaigner Sean McDonagh had his say about the Government's Climate Action Plan.

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Late Lunch Monday June 17th 2019

Sun, 16 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

John Brennan who had a heart transplant last year told his story and talked about the day daughter Lauren liased with the National Ambulance Service when her dad took ill in a local park for which she received an award. Gerry had another surprise for the twelve year old schoolgirl from Tallanstown who he named as LMFM's Unsung Hero for June! We heard from Fiona Smiddy who has opened Ireland's first online Zero Waste shop. Nicky Kyle told us why she believes we must end the cull of day-old male chicks. Vet Treasa O'Rourke had a warning about ticks for dog owners and Aine Walsh is understandably excited about the Boyne Valley Camino.

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The Late Lunch Show Friday June 14th 2019

Thu, 13 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

On today's show, Joan Larkin spoke to Trim resident Raissa Carolan on her thoughts on the Chernobyl documentary, as Raissa was adopted by the Carolans from Orphanage no. 6 in Minsk as a child.

Dubbed 'iron dad', Declan Loy is about to undertake 32 triathalons in 32 days across 32 counties.

We meet Graham Tugwell, a horror author from Meath and we get tips from the EPA on how to stop food waste.

How hard is it to raise a guide dog from a puppy and have to give it away we find out and we talk to popular band Coscan as they celebrate 21 years.

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The Late Lunch Show Thursday June 13th, 2019

Wed, 12 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

On today's show we spoke to residents from Balrath who are campaigning for better road safety measures.

Are we overwhelmed by the amount of social media notifications we receive or the amount of emails in our inbox? Shane Breslin talks about a new workshop to allow us to switch off.

Would you go to a cuddle party? We find out what they are.

Ned Rispin, Judy Clarke, Lorraine Kangley and Oral Houlihan tells us what it's like to live independently with a disability

And Kathy Maher prepares us for the summer...whenever it happens.

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The Late Lunch Show, Wednesday June 12th, 2019

Tue, 11 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

On a jam packed show, Joan spoke to Oliver Callan on his new documentary, Divorcing God.

Seamus Gorman told us about his young son who has Angelmans Syndrome.

Rosita Boland brought us to places in our minds with her new book Elsewhere. On the death of Philomena Lynott, Brush Sheils shares his memories.

We talked all things cars ahead of the Drogheda Motor Weekend and we heard an inspirational story from a Kells man.

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The Late Lunch Show Monday June 10th, 2019

Mon, 10 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Lots on today's show as we celebrate with Eileen Rushe whose battle with cancer has led to good news!

Joan Larkin shares Susan Callan's appeal for her lost pendant, given to her by her grandmother and Sinead Burke describes what it's like to lose a council seat and be thrust into almost anonymity.

Drogheda born director Jenny McQuaile asks if we are being defined by size zero bikini clad bodies while Meath designers Carol O'Connor and Clare O'Connor are ready to take on the world in a visit to New York later this week.

Finally, Liz O'Kane gives advice on being a first time buyer.

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The Late Lunch Show, Tuesday June 11th, 2019

Mon, 10 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

On today's show a heartbroken Meath family said thank you after rock legends Metallica dedicated a song at Slane concert to the young Duleek man who died tragically in an accident just a few weeks ago.

Simonstown GAA have started a boot swap campaign and Melessa Kearney tells us how it's working.

Before children start complaining that they are bored in the summer holiday, we find out day trips and summer camps to keep them occupied .

CCs Unlimited Kells Road Races 2019 is this weekend and Diarmuid Corcoran, Stevo Philips and Derek Gannon drop by to give us the A-Z of bike racing.

Rubbish sculptures? One artist is happy people are calling them just that!

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Late Lunch Friday June 7th 2019

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

On the eve of Slane 2019 Lord Henry Mountcharles was in great form ahead of the Metallica gig while Ken Murray regailed us with his favourite Slane memories. Bush Post-Primary School from North Louth are the Best Young Innovators in Ireland with their "Let's Talk Consent" project. Homan Potterton from Meath now in his mid-seventies and domiciled in London has had his first novel published. Leon Blanche looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action and Antoinette Brady told of daughter Aisling's progress since she last spoke with Gerry.

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Let's Talk Consent

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Bush Post-Primary School in North Louth won the Gold Medal at the National Finals of Young Social Innovators recently for their project called "Let's Talk Consent". They had to submit video and audio entries - here's the podcast of that prize-winning audio.

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Late Lunch Thursday June 6th 2019

Wed, 05 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Former Justice Minister Alan Shatter talking about his new book “Frenzy and Betrayal” revealed his life in politics may not yet be over? Giovanna and Ephrem Feeley's lives are quite simply immersed in music. We met Meath's Best Young Entrepreneurs and heard a worrying story of indifference from Niciola Connolly-Byrne.

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Late Lunch Wednesday June 5th 2019

Tue, 04 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Journalist Barry Cummins whet our appetites for his new book "Vanished" to which Gerry gave a massive endorsement. Andre Carolan told the story of her little boy Bobby whose been through so much and lives with a rare heart condition. Anne Reilly from Paycheck Plus was under the microscope in Lets Talk Business. While the Doran Family are celebrating 40 years in the motor trade.

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The Gender Transformation Surgeon

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Dr Sidhbh Gallagher is a Plastic Surgeon specialising in Gender Confirmation procedures. Originally from Louth Village and home on a short break from Indiana in the United States, Sidhbh dropped in for a most interesting conversation with Gerry on Late Lunch!

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Late Lunch Tuesday June 4th 2019

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 23:00:00 GMT

With the State Examinations starting tomorrow Ray Langan had some last minute advice for students and parents alike. Gerry had a most interesting conversation with Dr Sidhbh Gallagher who is a leading light in gender confirmation surgery in the State of Indiana. The new walkway from Townley Hall to Tullyallen faces closure - Ann Carolan made an appeal to cyclists to stop using it for the greater good. Yes its the Final Countdown for Team Carrie after 10 glorious years.

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Late Lunch Friday May 31st 2019

Thu, 30 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

What a Man - Roy Taylor is dealing with his Motor Neurone Disease diagnosis in such a positive manner! Our Women with Opinions Angela McCormick, Ciara Burke and Carmel McCarthy had plenty to say on a range of topics. And we touched base with Spurs fan Noel Farnan and Michael Brennan who follows Liverpool in Madrid ahead of the Champions League Final.

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The Late Lunch Show Thursday May 30th, 2019

Wed, 29 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

On today's show, Late Lunch comes live from Blackstone Motors in Dundalk today where a brand new Renault Cleo was given away!

Gerry talks to the draw finalists as well as regulars Rick Cronje on wine and our motoring man Tony Conlon and so many more.

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 29th 2019

Tue, 28 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Shane Holland chained himself to a tree in Skerries yesterday and for the time being prevented Fingal County Council from cutting it down - he explained why he placed himself in the line of a chainsaw. Brain Byrne's new musical Angel of Broadway is all set to premiere in Dublin and the man himself popped in for a chat with Gerry. Tom and Breege O'Neill love their Guide Dogs - have a listen and you'll understand why! It's the end of an era in Trim with Nina's Fashions set to close its doors after 66 years.

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 28th 2019

Mon, 27 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

For thirty years Dominic Kirwan has been a top draw on the music scene and the man himself popped in for a lovely chat with Gerry! Vet Sinead Kelly is a mine of information when it comes to sorting out listeners Pet Problems. Sorcha Boyle and Joe Reilly live with MS but they're getting on with life. While Julie Dello who married a man who wasn't the man she thought he was has now written the book....

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Late Lunch Monday May 27th 2019

Sun, 26 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Colm O'Rourke has a clear vision on what the future of competition should look like in the GAA. Dave Finney says his Huskies saved his life - listen up and you'll understand why! Tara Walker rustles up some more Flavours of the Boyne Valley and our final two finalists in the Blackstone Motors car giveaway were revealed....

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Colm O'Rourke on GAA Competition Structures

Sun, 26 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Player, Manager, Columnist and Pundit Colm O'Rourke has his say on the future structure of GAA competitions.

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The Late Lunch Show Friday May 24th, 2019

Sun, 26 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

On today's Late Lunch Show, we found out just how many trolleys are being dumped in the Boyne River.

The Lemonade Kart was established to help people believe it's ok not to be ok - but what's it all about?

Joan Larkin delves into the world of social media and we talk about a lovely initiative between a Montessori School and a Nursing Home.

How much cocoa do you give a cow to get chocolate milk? Eoin Sharkey fills us in on the hilarious questions he's come across with his mobile farm. Leon Blanche talks sport and Brea Mallarkey - we finish by talking to an extraordinary little girl.

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The Late Lunch Show Thursday May 23rd, 2019

Wed, 22 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

On today's show Joan Larkin talked Louth Co. Library who received an overdue book back - 55 years later. Mark Nugent is taking on a gruelling cycle on a hand bicycle.

My Lovely Horse Rescue dropped by to talk about the challenges facing them in terms of horse welfare around Ireland.

It's time for Sheridan's Cheese Food Festival and finally we relaxed into the soothing sounds of Graham Gough

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The Late Lunch Show Wednesday May 22nd 2019

Tue, 21 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Joan Larkin sat into the hot seat today to ask journalist Barbara Scully just why she's celebrating the end of her school run days.

Michelle Dolan, principal of St Louis in Dundalk had a quick chat with Prince Charles this week on why Brexit could be disastrous for Ireland.

Time is running out for an eight year old Kells boy whose parents are desperately appealing for help to get him to the US by July.

We talked about a forthcoming event 'Taking care of me'.

Joshua Kirwan tells us how he has never missed a day's school in 13 years while Carina Fitzsimons asks dog lovers to take on a new challenge in aid of Dog's Trust and finally Navan man Pat Coldrick sells out the National Concert Hall

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 21st 2019

Mon, 20 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Marie Byrne had her say on the proposed legalisation of drugs and our relationship with alcohol. Brenda Cassidy has developed "Braincalm" and its proving to be of great assistance to children with "something going on"! Counsellor Bairbre Kelly took on another set of personal problems and we were joined by double World Swimming Champion Jack McCullough.

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Late Lunch Monday May 20th 2019

Sun, 19 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Valerie Moran from Prepaid Financial Services in Navan made history recently when she was included in the Sunday Times Rich List! Stefanie Preissner has learned to say No? Ryan's Pub in Navan is a Game of Thrones Hub!! Sally Anne Cooney spoke of her plans to celebrate Midsummer while the next two finalists in the Blackstone Motors Renault Clio draw were picked by two stars from Louth Ladies.

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The Late Lunch Show Friday May 17th, 2019

Thu, 16 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

On today's show, we spoke to Sgt Dean Kerins about a trolley full of shopping that has been abandoned in Navan. Communions - what to do with the dresses?

It's 30 years since perpetual adoration was set up in Navan and we spoke to John Howard and Carmel Fagan about how it was going.

Vegan cafe owner Charlotte Pye from Trim dropped in with a multitude of vegan delights and Laura Smits Weldon discussed how she helps education projects in Ghana.

Ballerinas at 70! The Silver Swans are taking over the barre in Navan and teacher Caroline Kennedy and 'swan' Ann Price explains why.

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Late Lunch Show Thursday May 16th 2019

Wed, 15 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Joan Larkin hopped into the hot seat for Gerry on today's Late Lunch to hear about how a Kells-based group is campaigning for better employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

Fr Bradley is leaving Drogheda but not if local groups have anything to do with it. What is pedal power? Well Anthony Connor never tyred of telling us about it while Laura Armada brought in her juices which struck gold at awards last weekend.

We love our beaches..or do we? Alan Watson gave us tips on how to protect our treasured shoreline while Eoin McGee gave us even more tips but this time on money matters and savings.

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 15th 2019

Tue, 14 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Colette Ryan was two when she went missing from Butlins Holiday Camp in 1975- thankfully she was found and all these years later her story is back in the news! Margaret Madden brought us her picks in May's Late Lunch Book Club. We had a chat with some very creative students from DKIT and joined in the celebrations for Tommy Leddy's 80th Birthday!!!

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The Late Lunch Show Tuesday May 14th, 2019

Mon, 13 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

On today's show, we talked all things herbicide and how to kill your weeds naturally with Nicky Kyle. Athboy Tidy Towns and Meath Co. Council are embarking on a new initiative to keep their town pesticide free.

Thatcher Peter Childs expresses his disappointment after his craft went up in smoke at the Thatch pub in Drogheda.

Allen O'Donoghue answered all parenting questions and we learned about a new project to all the older generation get out cycling.

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Late Lunch Monday May 13th 2019

Sun, 12 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Gerry had his say, Sean Collins put into context its historical importance and listeners reacted to yet another arson attack on the Thatch in Drogheda. Sandra Tully's husband passed away suddenly and now she wants to have old telephone boxes used as homes for defibrillators - great idea! Solicitor Deirdre Moran answered listeners questions about Wills. We lauched Dip in the Nip 2019 and our first two finalists in the Blackstone Motors Car Giveaway were revealed....Happy Days!

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Late Lunch Friday May 10th 2019

Thu, 09 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Sandra Finegan brought us her regular travel and holiday feature, Gerry met Courtney Kennedy Hill who's in Ireland to open an exhibition in Trim. Kay McCabe is taking a whole new approach with her teenage sons! A double tragedy in Meath involving two sportsmen who were paid tribute to by club colleagues. Leon Blanche looked ahead to the weekends sport and a new low - robbery at Mass.

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The Late Lunch Show, Thursday May 9th, 2019

Wed, 08 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

On today's show, author Harry Barry talked about self-acceptance while Michael Sanders told us about the positives of social media.

We found out that it's never too late to find love with a touching story of how Pat Murphy and Geraldine Corr met. Karen Mahon is the Cool Planet Champion for Meath and we just had to end the show with Tottenham Hotspur fans after last night's epic win.

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 8th 2019

Tue, 07 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Oh What a Night for Liverpool supporters and Gerry Stewart from Dundalk was in Anfield and relived the experience with us today! Never mind the Royal Baby but our story of the Royal County babies? Michael and Nell McDonagh from the Meath Travellers Workshop joined Gerry to talk about the shocking high number of suicides in their community and the initiatives being undertaken to tackle it. Liam O'Keeffe told us about his support for the campaign to Bring Hannah Home while we spoke to Meath entrepreneur Eoin McGuinness who's based in Australia.

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Late Lunch Tuesday May 7th 2019

Mon, 06 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Jonathan Fitzpatrick's heroism story impressed Gerry so much that on the spot he named the young man who works in Starbucks and more or less saved Marion Walshe's life as the LMFM Unsung Hero for May!! Mick McCarthy was in Trim ahead of the forthcoming FAI Football Festival and AGM and GK popped along for a chat about many things football. While Noel Stewart and Donal Waters from Blackstone Motors our Show sponsors popped in to tell us about the new Renault Clio they're giving away to celebrate the opening of their new Dundalk Showrooms which will happen on Late Lunch Live on May 30th - Woo Hoo!

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The Boss

Mon, 06 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Mick McCarthy was in Meath today ahead of the forthcoming Festival of Football and FAI Annual General Meeting which takes place in the Royal County in July! Gerry Kelly was there to talk many things football with the Irish Manager....

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The Late Lunch Show Friday May 3rd, 2019

Thu, 02 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

On today's show, Gerry Frawley urged parents to be careful when hiring a bouncy castle. Singer Ruby O'Kelly has been rewarded for her anti-bullying song and we found out who are Louth's Best Young Entrepreneurs.

They're not strictly 'new arrivals' to the show but they are the midwives who celebrate International Midwives Day this weekend.

Nathan Carter talked all things but Wagon Wheels and finally Leon Blanch gave the low-down on this weekend's sport.

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Late Lunch Thursday May 2nd 2019

Wed, 01 May 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Unmissable in attire and conversation our very own Lord of the Dance Fred Cooke dropped in to say thanks for all of the support he received from the Northeast on his Dancing with the Stars adventure! Stella O'Malley's new book "Fragile" made a significant impression on Gerry and the conversation on-air exemplified his feelings as Stella spoke brilliantly about Anxiety its causes, identifying and how to deal with it. Roisin Matthews is the Mess Chef but making a great job of introducing young children to food and its preparation. And we heard from some of the main players at the launch of Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann 2019 which takes place in Drogheda for the second successive year this August.

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Late Lunch Wednesday May 1st 2019

Tue, 30 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Anthony Cunnane's story of survival, recovery and prospering after being set alight and suffering over 80% burns to his body is truly inspirational! You couldn't but be moved by the personal accounts of living with family members addicted to alcohol as told by Patricia, Pat, Gina and Marcus who credit Al Anon with giving them back their lives. Steven Mangan is flat out with Divorce Parties while PJ Cleere highlighted the need for access & inclusion for those living with disabilities in Meath and Louth.

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 30th 2019

Mon, 29 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

The Power of One! Yes we devoted the entire Show today to Environmental matters and delighted to say we had such a great response from our listeners across the board!! We covered topics including; fast fashion, single use plastics, recycling, shared mobility, sustainable transport, marine and freshwater ecology, the Conscious Cup campaign, food waste, growing your own, restoring the soil, minding our peat bogs and lots more besides. There are so many areas we can assist with saving this wonderful planet for future generations - let's do it....

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Late Lunch Monday April 29th 2019

Sun, 28 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Drogheda boy Gerry opened today's Show about the Town He Loves So Well and what's been happening recently. Great News as Linda Murray told us she'd secured Public Liability Insurance for Huckleberrys Den and staying with Navan we caught up with Jackie Murray PRO of Navan O'Mahonys who've sidelined mobile phones!! Eileen Rushe was in great form and doing well on her cancer journey. Paula Mee's new book would want you to eat more of the Mediterranean diet while we heard why Oisin Dunne is a worthy Unsung Hero for April...

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Late Lunch Friday April 26th 2019

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Francesca Corrigan's new baby girl made a sooner than anticipated arrival into this world at a Service Station in Meath – what a story – what a cool lady! Those Teddy Bears had a whale of a time last evening in Navan Library! No shortage of Opinions from Ciara Burke, Betty Clarke and Carmel McCarthy. While Money Doctor John Lowe is a big fan of Prize Bonds…

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Late Lunch Thursday April 25th 2019

Wed, 24 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Con O'Donoghue who was Chairman of Drogheda Local Heroes paid tribute to Feargal Quinn and we replayed an extract from a Late Lunch interview from September 2011 when Feargal joined Gerry Kelly. Tom Cardiff explained the Herring Gull situation from a Balbriggan residents perspective. They photograph food and they're really really good - Zita Fox and Rob Kerkvliet the people behind "A Fox in the Kitchen" popped in for a lovely chat! Adam Dunne was visiting Ireland and his family's home town for the first time while its all systems go for the Cross Cooley Challenge.

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A Late Lunch with Feargal Quinn

Wed, 24 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Ahead of Drogheda being featured on RTEs Local Heroes back in 2011 Feargal Quinn dropped in for a chat with Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch.

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 24th 2019

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Herring Gulls are abandoning their Natural Habitats and taking up residence in our towns causing nuisance to us humans as we go about our daily lives, however, as Niall Hatch from Birdwatch Ireland explained the problem is of our own making! Andrew Jordan told us why he's determined to seek justice for his partner Liga was was raped, strangled and beheaded while in India. Ann Carolan reflected on her time in the Irish Army and more besides, Sarah Flynn was so reassuring as she spoke about Gentle Birthing and we looked ahead to the Drogheda Arts Festival now in its 15th Year.

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 23rd 2019

Mon, 22 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Fr Michael Cusack reflected on his association with Dundalk as he heads to pastures new. We returned to September 2009 and an interview Gerry did on the Show with Celtic legend Billy McNeill who passed away earlier today. CEO of the ISPCA Dr Andrew Kelly talked about their campaign to end the misery of battery hens. Marie Therese Ward is a Cosplayer and boy she's good! We heard an appeal for help for motorcyclist Philip McNally who was involved in a serious accident at Mondello Park (you can help by donating to the gofundme page, www.gofundme.com/philip-mcnally-fundraiser and butcher Eddie Tuite brought us his Champion Speciality Sausage to savour....

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Late Lunch Friday April 19th 2019

Mon, 22 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Has Dolores McMahon Ireland's oldest Easter Egg? We believe she has! Carina Mountcharles produces a range of wonderful organic food at Rock Farm in Slane and Tara Walker prepares beef and pork dishes in her regular Flavours of the Boyne Valley feature. Our Big Interview featured the inimitable Vincent Hoey which was followed by Leon Blanche looking ahead to the Easter weekend in sport.

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The Lisbon Lions

Mon, 22 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

In tribute to Billy McNeill who passed away earlier today we dipped into the archives and September 2009 ahead of Duleek based St Margaret's Celtic Supporters Club celebrations Lisbon Lions Billy McNeill and Tommy Gemmell joined Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch.

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Late Lunch Thursday April 18th 2019

Wed, 17 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Chef Adrian Martin is one of Gerry's favourites and he lived up to the billing as usual! Rick Kronje recommended some wines for the Easter table, Margaret Madden chipped in with the books while Fairyhouse Manager Peter Roe is looking forward to the 149th year of the Irish Grand National.

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 17th 2019

Tue, 16 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

A worrying story of the attempted abduction of a teenage girl in Navan yesterday afternoon opened today's show. Martin Eastwood is giving away his Mercedes but he's no daw!!! Vet Sinead Kelly answered all comers, Kerry Hiddleston has swapped doing the books for creating looks and Scholars Townhouse Hotel featured in Lets Talk Business.

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Many Questions - No Answers

Mon, 15 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

On January 4th 1976 gunmen burst into the O'Dowd home in mid-Ulster shooting indiscriminately badly wounding Barney O'Dowd and killing his brother and two of his sons. The atrocity was carried out by the infamous Glennane Gang about whom a documentary called Unquiet Graves has recently been released. Produced by the highly acclaimed Sean Murray and ahead of its screening at the Solstice Arts Centre in Navan on Thursday, Barney now 96 and Sean joined Gerry on Late Lunch.

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 16th 2019

Mon, 15 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Barney O'Dowd now in his 96th year who was shot several times and saw two sons and his brother murdered by the infamous Glennane Gang in mid-Ulster during the Troubles joined us along with Sean Murray producer of the documentary "Unquiet Graves" which is showing at the Solstice Arts Centre in Navan on Thursday. Stuart Lowdnes told us why he has to move to England for a year with his family as wife Sinead awaits a double transplant. Monsignor Hugh Connolly Chaplain to the Irish community in Paris spoke first hand about the fire in Notre Dame Cathedral. Alma Jordan from Agrikids had lots to say about farm safety. And why the pubs in Drumconrath will stay closed again this year on Good Friday.

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The Late Lunch Show, Monday April 15th, 2019

Sun, 14 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Founder of Aoibheann's Pink Tie spoke to us about his incredible journey to marking what would have been her 18th birthday his month and how his work has led to a lifeline for many parents.

Jerry Brady commends his staff in the aftermath of a delivery of new born baby at a service station in Ashbourne.

We're literally reeling in the years with a great tale of discovery of a 54 year old fishing rod which was lost recently in the north-east.

Finally we had Tiger Roll last week and this week we talk the great comeback of Tiger Woods with local golfer Damien McGrane

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Late Lunch Friday April 12th 2019

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

No shortage of advice and recommendations from Sandra Finegan on travel, breaks and holidays. Gerry dropped into Classified Records in Dundalk for a chat with Neil Waters ahead of Record Store Day tomorrow. His good friend Gerry Murphy and producer Chris Nikkel whet our appetites ahead of the forthcoming documentary about the Bard of Balreagan Jim Craven. While Leon Blanche looked ahead to another big weekend in sport.

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The Late Lunch Show Thursday, April 11th, 2019

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

More teddy talk on today's show before we finally put Ted to bed! Brenda Woods spoke about her transition from journalism to stand-up comedy while we discovered just how important the Never Home Alone project is.

What's the Eim Hoff Method. Listen back to find out!

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 10th 2019

Tue, 09 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

With his illustrious golfing career winding down Des Smyth's enthusiasm and love of the game is as strong as ever as the great man looked ahead to an exciting golfing year at home and abroad. A stroke at 23? Yes it happened to Aaron Reilly who has made a remarkable recovery. Daragh Sheridan CEO of Sail Training Ireland has twenty bursaries to give away to prospective sailors while Madeleine Thornton is calling for the old mills at the Mollies in Navan to be restored.

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Slav's journey.

Tue, 09 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Gerry catches up with Slav Vavro, the 14 year old Meath teenager who is courageously fighting stage four cancer.

One year on after his first appearance on Late Lunch, Slav we were delighted to see that he is looking and feeling great.

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 9th 2019

Mon, 08 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Today's the Day the Teddybears took over Late Lunch as listeners told us about their first bear!! A deep fried Easter Cream Egg a Mullens speciality this year - whatever tickles your taste buds? Gilmores took centre-stage in our regular motoring feature and we caught up with the Vavro family a year on with son Slav looking & doing much better than expected.

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Where there's a Will there's a Way

Sun, 07 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Solicitor Deirdre Moran from Tallans tells us why we should make a will, how to go about it and the implications of not making one properly.

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Late Lunch Monday April 8th 2019

Sun, 07 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

She's on a Roll!! Grand National Winning Groom Louise Magee gave us an insight into her charge who made history at Aintree on Saturday. We continued the equine theme with trainer Ger Lyons who has taken issue with a tweet from Ricky Gervais. Solicitor Deirdre Moran had lots to say about the imporatnace and ins and outs of making a will. Dermot Maguire is passionate about restoring Ardee Railway station and using the former train line as a greenway while pharmacist Kathy Maher had lots of sound advice about preventing Osteoporosis.

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The Late Lunch Show, Friday April 5th, 2019

Thu, 04 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Would you tell a loved one they were going to die or would you leave them with hope? It's a question addressed by Professor Patricia Casey as she spoke about dealing with grief and her own journey, after losing her young son a year ago.

We had a bit more than '47 Seconds' to talk to Jane Ryan about her new book and we caught up with Pauric White about life after The Forge Restaurant.

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Late Lunch Thursday April 4th 2019

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Have you ever come across the classic work "Bungalow Bliss" by the late Jack Fitzsimons? Well a follow-up has now been published by Jack's son Kennas Fitzsimons and we had a chat with him today which provoked many memories with listeners. We caught a word with International Travel Blogger Ashlyn George as she extolled the people, produce and places of the Northeast! Professor Sean Redmond has carried out some brilliant research into juvenile gang culture which he discussed with Gerry. Sinead Faulkner told us about her liver transplant and if you follow Joe McCormack's advice you can Ace the Leaving and Junior Certificate examinations.

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A New Lease of Life

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Sinead Faulkner is a remarkable woman whose life was saved by an organ donor! It all began when she was 13 and ultimately saw Sinead receive a liver transplant at 19 and boy has she grabbed life by the scruff ever since....

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Late Lunch Wednesday April 3rd 2019

Tue, 02 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

What a wonderful young woman Gerry talked with to open today's show! Ciara McCormack's work will lead to a far better quality of life for people living with Pulmonary Thrombosis. Fr Michael Cusack's time in Dundlak is coming to an end and he's leaving as he arrived all those years ago helping others. Susan Oakes has made a remarkable recovery from a serious brain injury. And those harbingers of Spring returning from the south of Africa - Swallows and Martins have been spotted - Dick Coombes from Birdwatch welcomed their arrival.

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A Wonderful Recovery

Tue, 02 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Susan Oakes suffered a brain injury while side saddle riding in New York in September 2016. She's made an outstanding recovery which she spoke about to Gerry on Late Lunch

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Late Lunch Tuesday April 2nd 2019

Mon, 01 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

On World Autism Awareness Day local mum of five Carol Lennon spoke of the challenges facing young adults with autism. Louise Carolan and Gerry gave credence to the old saying "Laughter is the Best Medicine". Trichologist Liam Byrne offered lots of advice on scalp and hair care while the wonderful Eanna Ni Lamhna put names on Gerry's Signs of Spring!!

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The Trichologist

Mon, 01 Apr 2019 23:00:00 GMT

There are only seven on the island of Ireland - Liam Byrne based in Navan is one! He's a Trichologist? Liam is an expert in hair and scalp health which he had a very interesting chat about with Gerry on today's Late Lunch.

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Late Lunch Monday April 1st 2019

Sun, 31 Mar 2019 23:00:00 GMT

Karl O'Dwyer from Dunboyne is Ireland's fastest man but we slowed him down for a while this afternoon! John McGovern received a most precious gift last September and it has changed his life. Verner Wheelock revealed his daily food intake on his low carbohydrate/high fat eating regime. Ann Carolan is our Unsung Hero for March while Teeling single malt Irish whiskey has been named Best in the World.

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Late Lunch Friday March 29th 2019

Fri, 29 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Any one of our Finalists; Ann Crosby, Detta Connor or Kim Hill would have been deserving of the title Best Mum in the Northeast but it was Detta's name that came out of the hat to win the fantastic prize from Scotch Hall Shopping Centre and nobody left empty handed!! No shortage of Opinions with Betty Clarke, Ciara Burke and Karen Devine in the house. Leon Blanche previewed the weekend's sporting action while Friday was Declan Caffrey's lucky day as he won on the double with Husqvarna and Oliver Gough.

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Late Lunch Thursday March 28th 2019

Thu, 28 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

A year ago Deirdre and Gerry made a date! Life's busy but today it happened and the pair hit it off - great listening!! What a story Katleen Tuite told and now published in her beautiful memoir "Who Are You Anyway". Listoke Gin provided Tara Walker with her Flavour of the Boyne Valley this time round and we also heard from Elizabeth Oakes about Aquamation?

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On Home Turf - Colin O'Donoghue

Wed, 27 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

On a break from his busy schedule Star of stage, small and big screen Colin O'Donoghue popped in for a chat with Gerry on Late Lunch....

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 27th 2019

Wed, 27 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

International Star Colin O'Donoghue dropped by for a catch-up with Gerry. Siobhan O'Neill-White from mams.ie had lots to say about the costs involved in making Holy Communion. Seamus O'Byrne is a Mighty Man as he and nephew Conan vouched for while Jill Kerbey suggested alternatives in the EU for prospective Irish students.

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MS Free after Sixteen Years

Tue, 26 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Lorraine Murphy contracted MS in 2003 a condition she's coped with in the interim. Today following pioneering treatment in Russia she's living with MS no more!

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 26th 2019

Tue, 26 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Gerry opened the Show with Lorraine Murphy who's free from MS after pioneering traetment in Russia. Tammy Darcy is supporting young women and men through the challenging years. Allen O'Donoghue brought us his regular Parenting advice feature and Majella McAllister founder of The Museum of Childhood is looking for assistance from listeners with her most interesting project.

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The Late Lunch Show Monday March 25th, 2019

Mon, 25 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

On today's show, we spoke to Irish Times Soccer Correspondent Emmet Malone in relation to John Delaney's new FAI position.

Sean Boylan was at the helm of Meath Football until he stepped down in 2005 - one year later the team was relegated to Division 2 where they remained for 13 years until yesterday!

We're losing butterflies by 2.7% each year but can we save them? Eoin MacGiollaCoda tells us how.

We are all inventors and Liam Birkett teaches us what we can do and finally tomorrow is International Epilepsy Awareness Day and Fionnuala Muldoon Corbett and Linda Burke talks about dealing with their children's seizures.

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Late Lunch Book Club March 2019

Fri, 22 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Margaret Madden brings us her picks for March including her Book of the Month - Dirty Little Secrets by Jo Spain!

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Late Lunch Friday March 22nd 2019

Fri, 22 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Candace Lafleur brought her robot Mylo in to see Gerry and what a great story they had to tell! Conservative Woman Laura Perrins joine us with the latest on Brexit. Book Club with Margaret Madden, Rick Kronje had the wine and Leon Blanche took a quick look ahead to the weekend sport.

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Someone Very Special

Thu, 21 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

On World Down Syndrome Day have a listen to a Very Special Interview with Andrea McArdle and daughter Joanie...

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Late Lunch Thursday March 21st 2019

Thu, 21 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

What a lovely way to open the Show on this day of days with the McArdles Andrea and Joanie! It really does Make Cents when you hear the story behind a business developed by three teenagers from Sacred Heart Secondary School in Drogheda. Barry Sanfey Drogheda United's new Community Development Officer has big plans to make the connection between local schools, the football club and a new Junior Academy. Historian Sean Collins shed some light on gas masks found in a Drogheda attic. While Joan Moran told us how Befriending has changed her life.

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 20th 2019

Wed, 20 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Mary Lawless took in her Millennium Candle and Scroll which was signed by 31 people in her home as the new century dawned. Lisa Heeney spoke to us about the benefits of reflexology and aromatherapy during pregnancy. Agony Aunt Bairbre Kelly advised on personal problems. Ardgillan Demesne are giving away trees and you can have two while James Gallagher's brilliant idea is helping the homeless.

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Lyme Disease and the Laffey Sisters

Tue, 19 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Sisters Siobhan and Clodagh Laffey retured to Late Lunch today with an update on their progress since going to Germany for specialist treatment for Lyme Disease.

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 19th 2019

Tue, 19 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

A Racing Pigeon sells for €1.25 Million - life-long pigeon fancier Jack Reilly flew us into the world of his favourite feathered friends! Clodagh and Siobhan Laffey returned to Late Lunch with an update on their Lyme Disease situations. Patrick Cotter's Rural WiFi rollout in Meath is progressing, European Boxing Champion Amy Broadhurst is over the moon, Fred Cooke is philosophical and as funny as ever despite his just missing out on the Final of Dancing with the Stars and the story of a Memorial Garden in Navan Hospital was really touching.

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Late Lunch Friday March 15th 2019

Fri, 15 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Videographer of the Year for the 5th year in a row and you'll understand why when you listen to Gerry Duffy in conversation with our Gerry! Now we know what's happened to our Millennium Trees thanks to Aileen O'Sullivan from Coillte. We teed up Sarah McCann's Documentary about the SS Dundalk which airs here on LMFM on Bank Holiday Monday at noon - well worth a listen!! Fred Cooke is a week away from the Finale of Dancing with the Stars - lets make it happen TEXT Fred to 53125 when the lines open on Sunday evening plleeeaaaasssssseeeeeee. While Aoife Heffron from BoyleSports looked ahead to the weekend in Sport....

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Late Lunch Thursday March 14th 2019

Thu, 14 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Globe Travel's Sandra Finegan brought us lots of recommendations and advice as the main holiday season approaches. Dot Tubridy had the ear of The Kennedys as her nephew Eric Lawlor and historian Noel French explained. Mary Jennings wants all of us to Get Running and she has a new protege - Late Lunch Producer Louise Walsh!!! Anthony Lynch Chairman of Drogheda St Patricks Day Parade confirmed that Irish Dancers and Gymnasts are indeed welcome to participate in the town's Parade on Sunday. While we dipped in and out of the Meath Student Enterprise Finals at The Knightsbrook Hotel in Trim.

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 13th 2019

Wed, 13 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Gerry snuffed it but managed to continue presenting Late Lunch - amazing!! As usual Vet Sinead Kelly had all the answers, Gerry was mightily impressed on a visit to St John's National School and their Stop Food Waste programme while Rome based Dundalk fan Giordano Pantosti's diappointment at not seeing the Lilywhites in action on Friday week was somewhat eased by the club's first team coach Vinny Perth.

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Disappointment Averted

Wed, 13 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Giordano Pantosti from Rome became a Dundalk fan in unusual circumstances and follows the clubs fortunes from afar. With plans in place to see his favourite Irish club for the first time on Friday week the game has only been postponed!! But all is not lost.....

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The Aisling Ballroom Remembered

Tue, 12 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

This week saw the once iconic Asiling Ballroom in Clogherhead demolished evoking a plethora of sentimentality and great memories from those who danced there from 1970 until 1994. Today on Late Lunch Gerry Kelly in the company of Eddie Caffrey, Linda Martin and Red Hurley took a wander down memory lane.

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 12th 2019

Tue, 12 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Fostering Fortnight and a lovely story of two women who were trailblazers in 2008 was followed by a trip down memory lane to the Aisling Ballroom in Clogherhead. Toyota in the spotlight with Motoring Man Tony Conlon, a couple of tips from Marcella McCoy at Cheltenham while squirrels and pine martens featured in Wildlife Matters.

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Late Lunch Monday March 11th 2019

Mon, 11 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Marie Byrne believes that parents have a pivotal part to play in the fight against addictions. Martin Connolly says we may not be exempt from copycat crazy soccer fans emulating their UK counterparts. By Royal Appointment Andrew O'Connor popped in for a chat! We heard about a big national win for the Monasterboice Inn and Fr Robert McCabe is calling on us to lay off the mobile phones for Lent...

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Late Lunch Friday March 8th 2019

Fri, 08 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

What a pleasure it was to reveal Tracey Hanby as our Woman of the Year on International Women's Day 2019!! Our Women with Opinions Ciara, Betty and Caroline engaged in lively chat across a range of topics and in a first ever some well-known men joined the conversation? We're doing our very best to keep Fred Cooke Dancing with the Stars while Leon Blanche looked ahead to the weekend in sport and Cheltenham.

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Late Lunch Thursday March 7th 2019

Thu, 07 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Declan Bailey ran the rule over the latest in technology, Gerry Mulroy and Dave Turner relived their truncated trip to the Far East, Fiona Brennan had all of us in a Positive mood and Asta Jackson is understandably full of the joys after Paris Fashion Week!

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Late Lunch Wednesday March 6th 2019

Wed, 06 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Gerry was out and about this morning gauging the public mood on Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent which led nicely into his conversation with Fr Michael Cusack. What a man - What a life story - Shane Healy - impossible not to be moved! We caught up with those clever-clog students from Colaiste Ris who only went and WON the Louth Student Entrepreneur Award with their Bin Bungee. While Nicola McDonnell's nominee Peter Monaghan was named our Unsung Hero for the month of February.

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Shane Healy - Miles of Courage

Wed, 06 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Abandoned by his mammy at 4 who took his sister with her and both of whom he's never seen or heard from since to taking up running in his twenties and representing Ireland at the Olympic Games! Compulsive listening Shane Healy's incredible life story...

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Late Lunch Tuesday March 5th 2019

Tue, 05 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Shrove Tuesday and Tara Walker popped in to rustle us up some delicious pancakes! A Koala rescue in Brisbane brought Sean Farrelly from Meath our way. Save those stamps and you could be saving our precious bog and peatlands as Dr Catherine O'Connor revealed. Their time has come says Stephen McDonnell referring to Electric Cars. Historian Noel French told us about another historic discovery in Trim. Olive Flanagan reopened Annaville Bakery in Navan for the day for a very good reason and Patricia Grennan revealed a family connection with WWF Wrestler King Kong Bundy who passed away earlier today.

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Late Lunch Monday March 4th 2019

Tue, 05 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

When to retire? Derek Bell and Late Lunch listeners had their say! Adam Dunne has inherited a treasure trove of his Drogheda family history. Dr Declan Murray knows all about Chironomids and Gerry being an angler wasn't behind the door in his knowledege either!!! We also heard about another big Lottery winner in the Northeast and Pharmacist Kathy Maher joined us to talk about viral ailments but especially the upsurge in cases of measles, mumps and chicken pox.

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The Kelly's Incredible Year

Fri, 01 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Shane and Susanne Kelly have emerged from a very difficult time in their lives which they spoke about to Gerry on Late Lunch today....

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Late Lunch Thursday February 28th 2019

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Alvan Hunt reflected on the success of his insect farming business Hexafly. Kilkerley to New York City and back home today - Nigel McKenna - what a story!! Tara Walker went the Whole Hogg and Sean Collins debunked the legend of Collier the Robber...

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 27th 2019

Wed, 27 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Exorcist Priest Pat Collins opened the show, we heard from successful local businesses who participated in Irelands Best Young Entrepreneur, facilitated a feature on thrombosis and heard from Dr Natasha Tighe about how she dealt with and now counsels people who are living with eating disorders.

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Late Lunch Monday February 25th 2019

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

The Finale of Lose Weight & Feel Great 2019 and what a six weeks its been - records tumbling all the way - Congratulations!

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 26th 2019

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Gerry had his say about the murders of Clodagh, Liam, Niall and Ryan Hawe following Claire Byrne's heartbreaking interview with Clodagh's mum and sister on RTE last evening. The story of Anti Social Behaviour in Trim evoked significant response from listeners. Paul Maguire took us on his Appalachian Trail adventure while entrepreneurial students from Colaiste Ris in Dundalk exemplified the talent inherent in our young people.

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Late Lunch Friday February 22nd 2019

Fri, 22 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Our Lose Weight & Feel Great crew enjoyed a day out in Carlingford ahead of their final weigh-in on Monday's Late Lunch live from Integral Fitness & Leisure. The Dubliners songs and story come to the TLT theatre in Drogheda tomorrow night in the guise of Seven Drunken Nights. Our Women with Opinions took the Crisp Challenge, told us what they'd do with a Lottery Windfall, revealed their hygiene habits and discussed lots more besides. Leon Blanche from Boylesports looked ahead to the weekend in sport while we continued our support for Kells Finest Fred Cooke on Dancing with the Stars.

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Late Lunch Thursday February 21st 2019

Thu, 21 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Social Media buzzing, messages flying in and phones hopping right through the afternoon all because of Dr Verner Wheelock and what he had to say about what we're eating and why its basically killing us! Aisling's Coming Home as mum Antoinette Brady told Gerry. Rick Kronje brought us his wines of the month and demonstrated the difference a year can make to the same wine. While fresh from London Fashion Week Plus Sized Model Rhian Thompson was simply inspiring.

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Healthy Eating The Big Mistake

Thu, 21 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Medical Science and consequently our Governments have it all wrong when it comes to what they recommend we eat! It's well worth listening to Dr Verner Wheelock who believes our levels of ill health can be drastically reduced if we change the foods we consume. Nicky Kyle our organic gardening expert, advocate of good natural food and friend of Verner joined us as well.

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 20th 2019

Wed, 20 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Les Reilly owner of Daybreak in the Naul who sold the €175 Million winning Euromillions ticket to the Meath family syndicate had the crack with Gerry and was quickly follwed by John Lowe the Money Doctor who advised what he'd do with a Lottery Windfall!! Paul Gray from Ballivor is recovering in hospital in the United States after contracting sepsis and needs all the support from home he can get - Tony Fox took up the story. Shane Dunphy is such a multi-talented man as we found out this afternoon and while on the subject of talent Tom Honan Press Photographer of the Year popped in for a lively chat.

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The Massive Lottery Win

Wed, 20 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Les Reilly's a very Happy Man! You see he sold the Winning Ticket from his Daybreak in the Naul Village that won a Meath Syndicate €175 million in the Euromillions draw last evening. While John Lowe wasn't short on suggestions as to what he'd do with the Windfall....

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Late Lunch Tuesday 19th February 2019

Tue, 19 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

He was one of the top referees in the World in his day - Dermot Gallagher was so interesting and entertaining as he joined Gerry for the "Big Interview" on Late Lunch today. They've all gone and done it again - our fantastic four have now lost an incredible 92 pounds!! The Wolf of WiFi Patrick Cotter can sort out your connectivity difficulties - really interesting and check it out on ruralwifi.ie.

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Late Lunch Monday February 18th 2019

Mon, 18 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Robert Berrill's terrier Keysha went missing on Thursday last from their home in Slane and turned up in Carrickmacross on Saturday passing through three counties and 50 miles after hitching a lift? Graham Kelly's picture "Wave Watcher" has secured the Dundalk Photographic Society member the prestigious Photographer of the Year title. Kevin Segrave LOVES The Beatles, Domhnall O'Donoghue is such a multi-talented actor and writer and check out NOMS.ie the people blazing a trail for eliminating packaging.

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The Late Lunch Show, Friday February 15th, 2019

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

On today's show, Tom Attfield told us his crushing story of tragedy, including the murder of his son and his own recent diagnosis of cancer.

Book Club had Margaret Madden and Gerry beaming while Tracey Flinter from Pearse Lyons Distillery told us we were drinking whiskey all wrong! Cue Malteesers!

Were the Lose Weighters feeling greaters? and finally, vote, vote, vote for Fred Cooke!

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Late Lunch Book Club

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Book Club Friday with the wonderful Margaret Madden who as usual brings us her recommendations and Book of the Month for February!

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Late Lunch Thursday February 14th 2019

Thu, 14 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

It was LOVE all the way for Valentines on Late Lunch! Not a dry eye in the house listening to Danny and Joan's Love Story. Sharon Kenny the Matchmaker talked about Passion and more while Lana Citron had Gerry excited from the off as she revealed the foods of love. Brush Shiels recalled his courting, engagement and honeymoon with a difference and children from St Oliver's Primary School were just a joy as they talked about aspects of love through their eyes.

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 13th 2019

Wed, 13 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Ashley McGee called off her wedding with just weeks to go to the Big Day! Ten year old James Quinn Markey plays a major part in The Hole in the Ground which is being described as "one of the scariest movies ever made". Abby Wynne knows what it takes to heal oneself and we heard the heartbreaking story of Aleksandra Filak who suffered a catastrophic stroke after having a baby.

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 12th 2019

Tue, 12 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

The scales continue to drop across the board for our fantastic four as Lose Weight & Feel Great reaches the end of week four! Astronomer Mike Foylan from Rathmolyon was so interesting and he even handed Gerry a piece of an Asteroid to hold which dates back billions of years. We featured Peugeot and local dealer Michael Holcroft along with our regular motoring correpondent Tony Conlon. While Gerry paid a visit to the Naul and Nicky Kyle as Spring in the garden is about to lift off.....

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The Late Lunch Show, Monday February 11th 2019

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

On today's show we found out just why Gabrielle Cooney Maguire left general nursing.

Tony O'Donoghue believes he has the answer for those who want to celebrate occasions for their children but are not religious with his My Little Big Day initiative.

Kyle Reilly gave us a lift with songs for children from his Little Folk, Music for Babies and Toddlers project.

Finally good news for Zoe Murphy who is on her way to the US after reaching her appeal target.

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Late Lunch Friday February 8th 2019

Fri, 08 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

We're backing Fred Cooke all the way in Dancing with the Stars! All round good health is about gut health as Frances Flannery explained. We hung on every word Shane Dunphy had to say on why it's important not to be a Helicopter parent. While Siobhan O'Neill-White Zumbas her way to fitness in Lose Weight & Feel Great 2019.

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The Late Lunch Show, Thursday February 7th, 2019

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Do you know where your dog is at all times? North Louth farmer Padraig Rice tells of his devastating loss of eight sheep, pregnant with up to 17 lambs during a dog attack.

We salute the North Louth Hospice Volunteer Drivers who are are Unsung Heroes this month.

After losing his wife and two babies, Sean Hyland turned to God and got ordained. He tells his heartbreaking journey to Gerry.

The lads of St Mary's Diocesan School in Drogheda melted our hearts with their tale on how they helped those suffering with Alzheimers and finally we hear from Fergus Sheil, the founder of the Irish National Opera.

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Late Lunch Wednesday February 6th 2019

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Shauna and Sharon Mulligan believe justice hasn't been served following the sentencing of the man who was convicted of the manslaughter of their dad Martin. Barbara Reilly has never been out of Ireland on Holidays however all is about to change. Eleanor Purcell from Cahills Tea Shop was refreshing to say the least! Gerry popped into the Monasterboice Inn not to eat but came away with plenty of food for thought? Next stop Tanzania and Tomas Mac An tSaoir who came across a local wearing a Louth GAA Shirt!!! What's a fada between friends - quite a lot in Ciaran O'Cofaigh's book......

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Shauna & Sharon Mulligan

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Shauna and Sharon Mulligan daughters of Dundalk Taxi Driver Martin Mulligan joined Gerry to talk about their Dad, his loss and the sentence handed down to the man convicted of his manslaughter.

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Late Lunch Tuesday February 5th 2019

Tue, 05 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

They've only gone and done it again - Yes at the half-way point our Lose Weight & Feel Great Crew are down, down, down once more! Great news - John Murphy can hear clearly again thanks to his new hearing aids. Our Late Lunch Book Club Book of the Month author Anne Griffin had the most lovely chat with Gerry who also put a call into local oncology nurse Tracy Hanby on the picket line.

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Late Lunch Monday February 4th 2019

Mon, 04 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

In the context of all the talk about a hard border Marie from Dundalk told us about a terrifying experience she had near Cullaville in June 2016 while Caoimhe O'Grady-Taggart says we shouldn't fear a border or Brexit. Lorraine McKeever is all into Simplified Living whereas Anthony McGeehan extolled the brain power of birds and how they make their way around the world. And Fiona Squibb Inspector with the LSPCA made an appeal for volunteers.

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Late Lunch Friday February 1st 2019

Fri, 01 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Holidays are on a lot of people's minds and Sandra Finegan from Globe Travel had lots of great suggestions, information and answers for our listeners. Bernadette NicGabhann and Micheal O'Reilly joined us to say and play at the launch of Meath Beo 2019. Minus to plus 50 degrees - what a contrast in temperatues from the United States to Australia - we heard from Northeast Expats experiencing the extremes. Our push to keep Kells comedian Fred Cooke Dancing with the Stars continued and Gerry dropped in on a Lose Weight & Feel Great session at Integral Fitness & Leisure.

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Late Lunch Retro - Nuala Early

Thu, 31 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

To mark our 10th anniversary on Late Lunch we'll be dipping into the archives each month and today we featured Nuala Early who sadly passed away in late December. Nuala was a lifetime advocate for the rights of less fortunates, involved in several campaigns to save hospital services, founder of Drogheda Senior Citizens, committed union activist and hailed from a fine republican tradition. This interview was first aired some years ago when Nuala joined Gerry and a memorable conversation ensued...

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Late Lunch Thursday 31st January 2019

Thu, 31 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Looking for some inspiration today? Have a listen to the conversation between Gerry and Eileen Rushe from her hospital bed at St Lukes where she's undergoing treatment for cervical cancer. Mag Cooney told us about a great idea one of her children at ABC Playschool in Dunboyne came up with to tackle the scourge of dog poo on the streets of the village. Kate Gunn's alcohol free month has continued for more than two years at this stage and boy is she reaping the benefits! Tara Walker selected Dunany Flour as her first producer from the Boyne Valley to feature on her year-long series where she uses foodstuffs produced on our doorstep. While Late Lunch Retro returned to an interview with Nuala Early who passed away in late December.

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Late Lunch Wednesday 30th January 2019

Wed, 30 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Gerry had his say on the Nurses Dispute and boy did he call out many of the inequities elsewhere in the context of what nurses are seeking! As he declared his unconditional support for them an almost wholly huge positive reaction and response followed from listeners. Vet Sinead Kelly answered every question that came her way from Late Lunchers. Author Claire Allan and Margaret Madden who selected "Apple of My Eye" as one of her picks recently in Book Club joined the conversation. While on the 35th anniversary of Luke Kelly's passing Joe and Olivia Kearns sang some of Luke's songs beautifully.

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Late Lunch Monday January 28th 2019

Tue, 29 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Linda Murray told us that Huckleberry's, her Indoor Soft Play Adventure Centre in Navan, will have to close as she can't get Insurance? Following a very bleak start to the year on Irish roads Meath County Council Road Safety Officer Mick Finnegan joined us to once again to talk about all of our responsibilities as road users. Siobhan Murray believes we simply can't multitask effectively, why it can lead to burnout and what you can do about it! While Michael Kenny former coin and medal curator with the National Museum proved to be a very interesting guest.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 29th 2019

Tue, 29 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

We enjoyed the company of a true sporting great today in the guise of Ronnie Delany the only Irish athlete to ever win a track gold medal at the Olympics. Dolores Whelan and Evelyne Bourton joined us ahead of the celebrations to mark St Brigids Day and at the end of the second week of Lose Weight & Feel Great everyone has lost yet again!!

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A Tribute to Liam Leech

Fri, 25 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Louth GAA Great and Newtown Blues Legend Liam Leech passed away yesterday at the age of 81. Here his lifelong friend Charlie O'Brien joined Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch to pay tribute to Liam.

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Late Lunch Friday January 25th 2019

Fri, 25 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Charlie O'Brien paid a glowing tribute to his great friend Louth and Newtown Blues star Liam Leech who passed away yesterday. Angela McCormick, Carmel McCarthy and Ciara Burke are Women never short of an Opinion! Gerry dropped in on Siobhan O'Neill-White as she continued her push to Lose Weight & Feel Great under the watchful eye of Personal Trainer Fran Moniz at Integral Fitness & Leisure. And we had ou Friday chat with Kells Comedian Fred Cooke who needs votes on Sunday evening to continue on his Dancing with the Stars journey - Vote FRED to 53125!!

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The Moore Brothers

Thu, 24 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

They each have their own Star on Hollywood Boulevard- Tom, Matt and Owen Moore from Fordstown in County Meath were Movie Superstars in the early part of the 20th Century - sadly they've been almost forgotten! On Wednesday's Late Lunch Gerry Kelly in conversation with Historian Turtle Bunbury began a fresh push to have the Moores recognised and remembered.

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Late Lunch Thursday January 24th 2019

Thu, 24 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Andrea Hayes has figured out life and how to live it in peace & harmony which she captures brilliantly in her new Mind, Body and Soul Journal - you'll gather why Gerry just loves her! Orla Crilly is a wonderful Foster Parent to ten children at this stage and doesn't she just fit the bill perfectly? Counsellor, Psychotherapist and our Agony Aunt Bairbre Kelly offered her professional advice on a number of sensitive scenarios. And it was more of the Moores on today's Show as Kenny Timmons from Fordstown shed more light on the Hollywoods Stars of yesteryear.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 22nd 2019

Wed, 23 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Hear Ye Hear Ye....Records tumble all round after the first week of Lose Weight & Feel Great 2019 - what a crew we have this year - have a listen!!! Gerry was also joined by The Money Doctor John Lowe who had lots of suggestions on improving everyone's finances. While your host got the greatest surprise ever when he discovered that the wonderful Mary Helen Hensley was accompanied by his all time favourite author the brilliant Patricia Scanlan and what a conversation followed....

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 23rd 2019

Wed, 23 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Mary O'Growney will close the doors of the Post Office in Tara for the final time on Saturday afer her 44 year time there and 150 years since it first opened - she will miss it and be really missed by the community - have a listen to a poignant story. Another Cracker - The Moore Brothers from Fordstown are Hollywood Superstars yet their legacy and memory is almost non-existent - Turtle Bunbury knows about the boys and would like to see them recalled and remembered. Simply Fit Food were our featured business on Let's Talk Business this time round. While Gerry caught a word with Virtuoso Violinist Lynda O'Connor who's performing at the January Drogheda Classical Concert in St Peter's Church of Ireland on Friday evening.

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Late Lunch Monday January 21st 2019

Mon, 21 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Have a listen to Aoife Moggan's story of coming through childhood cancer and the difficulties she now faces in her early thirties and why she and Dr Julieanne Byrne are advocates of Cancare4Living. Joe Gavin CEO of Celtic Wind Crops appears to have struck gold in North Louth with their Hemp cultivating and processing. Sandra Higgins from Eden Farmed Animal Sanctuary in Meath and the Go Vegan World campaign is in the news again and explained to Gerry why. While Kate Madden co-founder of FenuHealth with sister Annie is off the China to represent Ireland in a Global Student Entrepreneur competition.

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Late Lunch Book Club January 2019

Fri, 18 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Margaret Madden selects Anne Griffin's debut "When All is Said" as her Book of the Month and waxes lyrical about a book she expects to be one of the best of the 2019 crop - WOW and its only January!! There's more great reads besides - enjoy!

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Late Lunch Friday January 18th 2019

Fri, 18 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

What a lovely story Declan Murray told about his connection with Laurel & Hardy which was followed by Liam Muldowney founder of their fan club in Ireland called The Jitterbugs Tent. Late Lunch Book Club Friday as Margaret Madden brought us her Book of the Month and more great recommendations besides. Our Virtuoso of Vino Rick Kronje turned the spotlight on the Cabernet Sauvignon grape. We heard from Paul Gallagher of Birdwatch Meath and Fred Cooke needs our votes if he's to make it through in Dancing with the Stars this weekend.

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Late Lunch Thursday January 17th 2019

Thu, 17 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Approaching his 16th birthday Eugene Smyth's son Patrick died by suicide - a devastating time for the family as Eugene told us today. Joseph McGuire reads people's faces and boy did he reveal the real Gerry from his "radio face"! Nicky Kyle had her say about the recommendations made in The Lancet about our diet and the way we produce our food. While Seamus McEneaney shed some light on his club Corduff Gaels forthcoming auction which incudes a home for eternity....

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Corduff Gaels auction a Graveyard

Thu, 17 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

A GAA club has come up with a creative plan to help clear its debt - auctioning off a graveyard plot for two.

Corduff Gaels GAA in Co Monaghan also have VIP All Ireland final and Ireland v England Six Nations tickets along with a golden Charolais heifer up for grabs in their unique auction . Hear Seamus 'Banty' Mc Eneaney chairman of the club speaking to Late Lunch about the unusual prizes.

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Late Lunch Wednesday 16th January 2019

Wed, 16 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Professor Alf Nicholson Head of Paediatrics at the RCSI Medical School who spent a number of years at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda joined us for the "Big Interview" ahead of taking up his new role in Bahrain. Artistic couple Els Borghart and Declan Kelly were meant to be together in life and art - have a listen and check out their cretivity on - eddeart.com! Not once but twice and two different manifestations of meningitis yet Sean Woods pulled through on both occasions.

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New Louth Football Championship Format

Tue, 15 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Colm Corrigan explains the proposed new format for the Louth Football Championship which was surprisingly passed at last night's County Board Meeting.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 15th 2019

Tue, 15 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

It's Back - Lose Weight & Feel Great 2019 in association again with Integral Fitness & Leisure! This time round Ann Meade, Donal Waters, Siobhan O'Neill-White and Alan Fedigan aim to shed pounds over the next six weeks and we'll be with them all the way on Late Lunch. Weigh-In Night and the scales never lie? Mark O'Neill is about to open his fourth Soup Kitchen in the Northeast in Dundalk - what a great guy!! Tony Conlon brought us his first Motoring feature of 2019 as Noel Stewart from Blackstone Motors also joined us. While Colum Corrigan did his utmost to explain what happened at the Louth County Board last evening in what's being described as their "Brexit Moment".

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Late Lunch Monday January 14th 2019

Mon, 14 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

We're looking for an Unsung Hero each month on Late Lunch have a listen and lets be having your nominations! Businessman and motivational speaker Pat Slattery offered his take on what's required to be successful. Denise Brady's two children both had meningitis and pulled through - quite remarkable. While Glen Patten from Pawprints Crematorium told us about a developing trend with what owners do with the ashes of their deceased pets...

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Nicola Pierce - In the Clear

Fri, 11 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Following her interview with us last Spring when she was diagnosed with breast cancer writer Nicola Pierce returned to Late Lunch to reflect on a really tough year which ended recently with great news - Nicola is now cancer free!

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Late Lunch Friday January 11th 2019

Fri, 11 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

With Meningitis in the news we spoke to Daraine Mulvihill who at 16 survived the potentially fatal condition - what a story! Two years on from his passing at the age of 100 TK Whittaker's great friend and biographer Anne Chambers joined us to reflect on the life and times of the great man. Martin Murphy was on his way to work in 2013 when his car went off the road - paralysed from the waist he now makes more than the most of his changed situation. While Alan Fedigan was revealed as our fourth participant in Lose Weight & Feel Great 2019!

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Late Lunch Thursday January 10th 2019

Thu, 10 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Following a challenging year writer Nicola Pierce got the all-clear fron cancer recently - today Nicola returned to Late Lunch to reflect and look forward. Cian Cooney got more than he bargained for on First Dates Ireland!!! Body Builder Maeve Kavanagh is looking forward to settling back into life in Perth. Siobhan O'Neill -White from mams.ie was revealed as our third participant in Lose Weight Feel Great 2019. While Niall Hatch from Birdwatch Ireland was his usual brilliant self as he and Gerry talked about murmurations, corncrakes and the Garden Bird Survey.

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 9th 2019

Wed, 09 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Three years on since he stepped down as President of the Irish Farmers Association Eddie Downey reflected on a difficult time which far from dissuaded him from being involved in many other aspects of public life. Nickolas Boyle and his wife are setting up a new Whiskey Distillery on the Cooley Peninsula. Sophie White didn't buy a stitch of clothes during 2018, she managed fine and its changed her outlook on shopping for good! We met our second participant in Lose Weight & Feel Great 2019 - Donal Waters from Blackstone Motors.

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Late Lunch Tuesday January 8th 2019

Tue, 08 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Helena Tubridy offered some interesting pointers on a range of personal issues as we head into a New Year. Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital are rolling out #EndPJparalysis - Adrian Cleary and Shirley Timmons explained the benefits. Susan Thornton-Hough popped in for a chat before winging her way back to Portland Oregon. While Ann Meade was revealed as the first participant in Lose Weight & Feel Great 2019!

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Late Lunch Monday January 7th 2019

Tue, 08 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

A Very Special Late Lunch! We celebrated our 10th Birthday in beautiful Bellingham Castle in the company of so many of our friends. Keith Barry weaved his magic, Pat Coldrick made his classical guitar sing, original producer Deirdre Hurley returned for the afternoon and we caught a word with many of our regular contributors to the Show. This was Show number 2,449 featuring in excess of 11,400 guests....

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Suzanne Lynch - Irish Times Washington Correspondent

Fri, 04 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Home for the Holidays and soon to return to the cauldron of Capitol Hill in Washington - Trim woman Suzanne Lynch popped in for an most informative and interesting conversation about her role with the Irish Times at the heart of US politics.

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Late Lunch Friday January 4th 2019

Fri, 04 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Former Labour Party Councillor, Senator and TD Dominic Hannigan has pursued a new path since he lost his seat in 2016, however, he revealed he's about to re-ignite his career....Irish Times Washington Correspondent Suzanne Lynch was next into the hot seat and what a conversation ensued with Gerry!!! Gerry had a New Year surprise for a previous guest Ann Grant before he caught a word with comedian Fred Cooke who's taking part in this year's Dancing with the Stars on RTE which starts Sunday.

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Eoin Morris - Drug Free

Thu, 03 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

"It's easier to get a bag of coke and a pint than help when it's needed" the words of Eoin Morris who leaves nothing behind in conversation with Gerry Kelly on Thursday's Late Lunch - powerful stuff indeed!

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Late Lunch Thursday January 3rd 2019

Thu, 03 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Lisa Dunbar is all the better in so many ways after ditching her Smartphone a year ago! Bobby McCormack from Development Perspectives joined us to talk about "Spirit" a short feature about the Medical Missionaries of Mary and Climate Change matters. Katrina Kelly is on her way to Kolkata where she'll put her alternative medicine skills to very good us and while with us Gerry spoke to the Trim woman about aspects of her work. What a great young man Eoin Morris is - have a listen to a powerful radio piece about drink, drugs and kicking the habit.

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Late Lunch Wednesday January 2nd 2019

Wed, 02 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

We caught up with Michelle Montague who gave birth to the First New Year Baby just before she was discharged from Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital today to head home to Trim with baby Maeve and partner Simon. We reflected and looked forward to 2019 across the spectrum in the company of three very wise men; Willie Kealy, Paul Murphy and Gene McKenna. Ciara Boylan is just ten yet so knowledgeable and passionate about science, space and engineering!! While over the holidays Vicky Hanratty only went and won a Feckin House - Magical!

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Ciaras Journey

Wed, 02 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Ciara Boylan has been fascinated by space, science and engineering since she visited the Armagh Planetarium when she was only 4! Now 10 the young Meath schoolgirl is passionate as you'll hear from her conversation with Gerry on the first Late Lunch of the New Year!

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Late Lunch Friday December 21st 2018

Fri, 21 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

In the midst of the annual frenzy Fr Michael Cusack reminded us about the important things and real meaning of Christmas! Gerry paid a visit to the Maples Montessori where the little ones were simply enchanting. Talented Triplets Elizabeth, Katie and Sophie Ni Mhaolin who are all members of the Julianstown Youth Orchestra performed magically and had a chat with GK. Our recently crowned "Best Christmas Pudding in the Northeast" winner Betty McHugh along with son Barry and daughter Gillian (who were also incidentally in the final four) popped in to reflect on her win and pick up the Hamper! Nigel McKenna had a word wiith us from New York and we heard from more Christmas Cuties...

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Late Lunch Thursday December 20th 2018

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Gerry was in his element as he opened the show in the company of internationally acclaimed stylist and brand consultant Celestine Cooney! Ciara Burke, Karen Devine and Carmel McCarthy brought the curtain down on Women with Opinions for 2018 and selected the Best Christmas Pudding in the Northeast which this year was made by Elizabeth McHugh - Congratulations! And to round of Thursday's matters John McKeown told us about his unusual plans for Christmas Day?

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Late Lunch Wednesday December 19th 2018

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Tara Walker and Rick Kronje teamed up to bring us all the best for a Festive Feast! Move over Ronan - nephew Josh Keating has a wonderful voice which he's using to raise funds for the Marie Keating Foundation. While Ricky Gerrard has produced three volumes about places of work in Drogheda through the years and they're simply brilliant!

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Gadgets & Gismos for Christmas

Wed, 19 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Declan Bailey joined us for his annual Christmas Gadgets and Gizmos feature. Lots of ideas here for that gadget loving person in your life!

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Late Lunch Tuesday 18th December 2018

Tue, 18 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Today on Late Lunch 3 authors from the one family joined us instudio to discuss their festive Christmas memories Oisin, Erika and Kunak Mc Gann discussed everything from favourite santa gifts, competitive board games and how they love to spend Christmas as a big family. We heard another of our brilliant Christmas cuties, Declan Bailey was in to talk top tech presents for the technology lover in your home and Sinead Kelly was on hand as always to answer all your pet questions.

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Late Lunch Monday December 17th 2018

Mon, 17 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Grounds for Optimism as Louth County Council confirm the sale of land in Dundalk to Louth GAA for the new county grounds - county board treasurer Aidan Berrill was naturally really pleased. Mia Madden and Shane Hegarty brought us their recommendations for childrens and young adult books this Christmas! Tony Conlon rounded off the motoring year in the company of Nicky Smith, Peter Doran and Donal Watters. Whilst Sandra Finegan from Globe Travel brought us her best of the best destinations and suggestions for a range of holiday scenarios.

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Children's Books for Christmas

Mon, 17 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Meath Libraries Writer in Residence Shane Hegarty and Mia Madden bring us their Children and Young Adult book picks for Christmas 2018!!

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Late Lunch Friday December 14th 2018

Fri, 14 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

In 2017 Eddie West faced the abyss - today he's in a very good place and telling his story to help others. Nicky Kyle took us from Tunnel to Table in her Mid-Winter special. Margaret Madden named her Book of the Year and had lots of great recommendations for those Christmas stockings! While Andrea McMahon from Kilmoon Cross Nurseries told us how to care for her Poinsettias (they're only growing 100,000)!!

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Late Lunch Wednesday December 12th 2018

Thu, 13 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

We joined the crew from the Gary Kelly Cancer Support Centre for their Christmas Party and a very special Late Lunch!

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Late Lunch Thursday December 13th 2018

Thu, 13 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The irrepressible Neil Delamere paid us his annual visit and the yearly laughter-fest ensued! Gavin Duffy and Eddie Caffrey were glowing in their tributes to our friend and colleague Dermot Finglas the voice of Country Music who passed away last evening. Long-time Editor of Phoenix Magazine Paddy Prendiville popped in for a chat. And boy has Mark Duffy taken to photography like a duck to water - his first collection "Louth Rediscovered" is outstanding!!

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A Tribute to Dermot Finglas

Thu, 13 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Our esteemed colleague Dermot Finglas the Voice of Country Music on LMFM passed away last evening and we're in mourning at the Station today. As a tribute to Dermot here's the interview he did on Late Lunch on his retirement back in November 2016.

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Late Lunch Tuesday December 11th 2018

Tue, 11 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

"Dundalk Diva" world acclaimed Mezzo Soprano Tara Erraught dropped in for a chat with one of her biggest fans ahead of her appearance at the Drogheda Classical on Thursday. Bronagh Conlon of Listoke Gin was in the spotlight on "Lets Talk Business". Christmas Cuties - lets be having them! While Lolo Robinson is up for a National Charity Impacy Award this evening and well-deserved it is too.

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Late Lunch Monday December 10th 2018

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Dundalk Young Irelands are Leinster Champions and listening to manager Adrian O'Donoghue its clear what their achievement means to all concerned. Eimer Duffy and Melanie Boylan dovetailed perfectly as they discussed managing your social media presence. Bairbre Kelly took a number of questions of a personal nature and offered lots of sound advice. While Gerry paid a final visit to Termonfeckin Delicious Turkeys!!

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A Tribute to Peter O'Reilly

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

He was Ireland's best-known Angler at home and around the world! A Cavan man who moved to Navan many moons ago to set up home on the Boyne Road. He was a brilliant angler, fly-tyer, writer, teacher and promoter of the sport throughout his life. Peter O'Reilly's legacy will live on for years to come and as a tribute to a gentleman here's an interview from May 2011 he did with fellow angler Gerry Kelly on the Late Lunch Show.

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Late Lunch Friday 7th of December 2018

Mon, 10 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Today on the show, Hillary Bartley founder of Last Hope Animal Charity shared the message that a dog is not just for Christmas it's for life. We caught up with the lovely Siobhan O Neill White who encouraged us to shop local this Christmas. Gary Costello owner of Centra in Kilmessan was shocked by the amount of deaths by suicide in his local area and has launched a special campaign for Christmas to raise awareness of positive mental health and bluegrass group Pilgrim Street brought their lively performance to studio.

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Late Lunch Thursday 6th of December 2018

Thu, 06 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Today on Late Lunch. We heard from manager of the new Guiney's store Donna Tuite who is delighted to be opening on Clanbrassil Street Dundalk. Food Blogger Jolene Cox brings us her no fuss family recipes. How well do you know your relatives sitting around the Christmas table? Well ancestry.ie have carried out an interesting survey into how we may be family but we dont seem to know our relatives as well as we should. Psychotherapist Fiona O Reilly discusses the issue of lonliness at Christmas time.

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Wednesday 5th of December 2018

Wed, 05 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

On today's Late Lunch we are feeling festive so it's a Chrstimas themed show. We hear from Smyths toys they share their top ten Christmas toys for 2018, Christianity is alive and well in the North East as Louise Dunleavy from St Mary's Parish shop Navan explains she cannot keep cribs in stock. Paul Carroll from Funky Fashion frolics has some festive fashion advice, Soprano Sarah Bass pops in for a chat about her love of music. We talk Christmas films with Sinéad Brassil and Ross Leahy and we pay a visit to Drogheda boys choir ahead of their big show in the TLT.

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Late lunch Tuesday 4th of December 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Today on the show first lady of musicals Rebecca Storm was with us discussing her latest role in Calendar Girls, Clare Ryan UCD archaeologist and Navan native shared her views on the controversial new cycle route planned for the Athlumney area in Navan. Clare stressed how this proposed route could cause extensive damage to the 15th century Athlumney castle which is a protected monument. We met Mary Doherty from Dunshaughlin President of Down Syndrome Ireland who shared her views on her constant battle for basic services for people with Down Syndrome plus a very beautiful dolls house arrived in studio.

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Late Lunch Monday December 3rd 2018

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Joan Larkin stands in for Gerry Kelly this week, thousands of people around the country are under enormous pressure from banks to pay mortgage arrears Joan meets the man that has a solution to those facing mountains of mortgage debt. CEO of Home for Life Paul Cunningham joined us. Best Selling author Deirdre Purcell took a break from writing her next novel to discuss her departure from RTE and devoting her life to writing. Lynda Barron Zoe Murphy's mum expressed her anger at thieves who targeted their home not once but twice in the past week or so she had an important message to share regarding Zoe's charity fund. Plus Mark Mc Gowan from Scholars Townhouse Hotel in Drogheda shared his views on no shows at restaurants and the effect this is having on the hospitality industry.

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Mary Doherty - President of Down Syndrome Ireland

Tue, 04 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Mary Doherty from Dunshaughlin -President of Downs Sydrome Ireland was in Studio to discuss her ongoing campaign for the rights of people with Down Syndrome and shared her experiences of being a mother of a child with special needs.

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Late Lunch Friday November 30th 2018

Fri, 30 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Lucy McPhail brings Harrods knowledge and experience to her new online business Fetch Beauty and boy does this girl know her stuff! Our Women with Opinions Carmel McCarthy, Ciara Burke and Karen Devine had lots to say as usual on a range of topics. While Sean Hoey still wouldn't say if he made that 147 maximum snooker break with his left arm? But he is posting the video this evening at 8pm on his Facebook Page SeantsunamiHoey Skillshots - watch this space...

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Late Lunch Thursday November 29th 2018

Thu, 29 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

What a unique voice, talent and wonderful man is Sean Keane who popped in for a chat and a song ahead of his concert at the Barbican Theatre in Drogheda on December 22nd. UNESCO status for hurling & camogie - John Duffy from the St Anne's club's a Happy Camper! The Annes - Matthews and Somers are part of the Indigo Collective of Artists who've published a calendar to mark their 15 years together. And yet another accolade for St Olivers Community College who've been awarded a Yellow Flag for supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion.

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 28th 2018

Wed, 28 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Laura Perrins Co-Editor of The Conservative Woman in the UK gave us her take on Brexit. Brian Kirk's poem "Birthday" was last night named Poem of the Year at the Irish Book Awards. Vet Sinead Kelly had answers for every question posed by our listeners. Brendan Lawlor's Top of the World after his achievements on the golf course in Australia. While Filmmaker Mark Coffey is bringing his Movie "Writing Home" to The Tain Theatre in Dundalk.

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George Hamilton "The Northeast Holds its Breath"

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The voice of sport on RTE George Hamilton joined Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch today ahead of his appearance at the Hinterland Tailteann Festival in Kells next Saturday and Sunday.

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 27th 2018

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The Northeast and beyond "held its breath" as George Hamilton reflected on his career as our top Sports Commentator. Tara Walker made the most of leftovers in her Foodcast for November. Ola El Garawany is passionate about Functional Medicine which she's now practicing and Pat Coldrick is brewing up a storm with his new album Ophelia.

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Anthony Mallett Wealth & Investment Mentor

Mon, 26 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Anthony Mallett is a self-made millionaire! From small beginnings back home in South Africa Anthony has built an extensive portfolio of successful investments and businesses and is now passing on what he's learned and his expertise to others. He's recently set up home in Kells and popped in for a most interesting conversation with Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch this afternoon...

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Stephen Kenny's Departure from Dundalk FC - A Fan's Perspective

Mon, 26 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

He's more than a fan Dundalk's Frankie Watters gave us his take on Stephen Kenny's sudden departure from the hotseat at Oriel Park.

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Late Lunch Monday November 26th 2018

Mon, 26 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

It's well worth a listen to Anthony Mallett a self-made Millionaire who now passes on what he's learned about making money and wealth management. He's more than a fan Dundalk's Frankie Watters gave us his take on Stephen Kenny's sudden departure from the hotseat at Oriel Park. Patricia and Joe O'Connor are a crafting couple who produce some lovely artworks. While Dr. Naoise Synnott told us about joining a research team in Washington in the New Year looking into cancer prevention.

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Late Lunch Friday November 30th 2018

Fri, 23 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Black Friday and Gerry's still resisting a purchase! Will Personal Finance Expert Jill Kerby encourage or deter your Host?? Erin McGrane is a tonic to listen to and we LOVE her Micro Blog "MeF'nNerves"! Our Virtuoso of Vino Rick Kronje's Grape in focus this month is the Airen grape. Duffy's Toyworld has been nominated for the Best Independent Toy Retailer of the Year in Ireland and Britain Award 2018 - Tony and Audrey are chuffed. While we caught a word with the new Director of the Columban Fathers in Ireland Fr Raymond Husband.

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Late Lunch Thursday November 22nd 2018

Thu, 22 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

You heard it first on the Late Lunch Show - members of St Peter's Male Voice Choir with Musical Director Edward Holly performed two songs from the choir's third album "Happy Together". CEO of the Marie Keating Foundation Liz Yeates and Broadcaster Venetia Quick who's an ambassador for the foundation's "I am Lung Cancer" campaign dropped in for a most interesting conversation. Brenda Powderly a greyhound trainer who also re-homes retired racers is passionate about giving dogs a good life after competition. And yes they've done it - The Glyde Inn Annagassan is the Irish Pub of the Year and Best Food Pub of the Year 2018 - Conor O'Neill is simply over the moon and why shouldn't he be!!

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 21st 2018

Wed, 21 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Cathal Dervan Sports Editor of the Irish Sun wasn't in the least surprised at the deaparture of Martin O'Neill as Irish soccer manager and expects Mick McCarthy could make a return to his former employers the FAI. Ann McVeigh simply loves the tradition of making her own Christmas Pudding which is multiplied by ten this year!! What's the story Jackanory - Clare Tully told us. Alice Malone is part of a team delivering the KiVa Anti-Bullying Programme to a number of schools in Louth and Monaghan and it really does work! While Hermione Hennessy joined us on the release of a new album to mark ten years since the passing of her Dad Christy.

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Nutrition and Sound Sleep with Ciara Wright

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Senior Nutritionist and Research Director at Glenville Nutrition and Wellness Crew Team Member Ciara Wright is well aware of the struggle many of us have to get a good night's sleep! Today Ciara joined Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch to talk primarily about the link between the food we eat and shut eye time.

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 20th 2018

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Gwen Jackson was relieved that daughter Alice, though traumatised, wasn't seriously injured following an attack while waiting for a bus back to Ratoath from Blanchardstown on Saturday evening last. Catherine Fulvio is keen to cut out waste this Christmas while at the same time serving up a classic Christmas dinner. Ciara Wright was her brilliant self as she advised on food and other matters that influence how we do or don't sleep. Anne Chambers Biography on Grace O'Malley has been republished forty years on to great acclaim and no surprise to Gerry. While Brian Kirk's telling poem "Birthday" has been shorlisted for Poem of the Year at the Irish Book Awards

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Late Lunch Monday 19th of November 2018

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Today on Late Lunch Ann Tracey and Aileen Emery from the Gary Kelly Cancer Support centre stopped by with their shiny award from the Pride of Place awards which were held at the weekend. We met survivors of stroke who refuse to let having a stroke slow them down. Plus Anthony and Kathy Sheehy from Dundalk tell Gerry about their brilliant business which is the first of it's kind!

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Late Lunch Friday November 16th 2018

Fri, 16 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Ryanair's new baggage restrictions and what to do was part of our regular travel and holiday feature with Globe Travel's Sandra Finegan. Andrew O'Connor's "By Royal Appointment" is Margaret Madden's Late Lunch Book Club Book of the Month. Ahead of the Mid-Louth Camera Club's Bi-Annual Exhibition the wonderful Teddy Caffrey popped in for a chat and what an interesting converation it turned out to be! While we paid tribute to the late great Sonny Knowles returning to an interview he did with Gerry back in 2010.

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Thursday 15th of November 2018

Fri, 16 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

On Thursday's Late Lunch we were live from Knightsbook hotel for the annual Meath Enterprise Week where we met some of the established and upcoming entrepreneurs in the Royal County, Blues Legend Don Baker stopped by for a chat we met animal communicator Lyn Furlong and we spoke to the students picking up awards from the student enterprise challenge.

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When Gerry met Sonny

Fri, 16 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

It was April 2010 and legendary crooner Sonny Knowles after beating two bouts of cancer was going back on the road! Sonny popped in for a chat and a song on Late Lunch with Gerry Kelly whose late mother Mary was a massive Sonny Knowles fan. The connection and what it meant is obvious as the boys had such fun....

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Late Lunch Wednesday November 14th 2018

Wed, 14 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Roger O'Reilly has shone the light on our Coastal Lights in a brilliant new book which possibly has its origins in Mornington by the sea? On World Diabetes Day Cathal Fleming told the story of his diagnosis with Type 1 at the age of 37. Eimear Felle from Mary's Meals (one of Gerry's favourite charities) talked about its resounding success and the impact its making around the world. While Darren Louet-Feisser has come up with a differnt kind of Pooper Scooper.....

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 13th 2018

Tue, 13 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Humanitarian Mark Mullen has been involved in crises all over the world and nominated for a Red Cross Honour - have a listen and you'll understand why! Tony Conlon brought us his regular motoring feature and Holly Bryan Dulux Colour Hero offered lots of advice on brightening up or toning down our homes.

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Problems of a Personal Nature with Bairbre Kelly

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Counsellor and Psychotherapist Bairbre Kelly joins Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch each month now to deal with personal and relationship scenarios sent in by listeners. Here's Bairbre on Monday's Show taking the questions....

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Late Lunch Monday November 12th 2018

Mon, 12 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

We opened the Show today with Eugene Judge paying tribute to his good friend Paddy Clarke who passed away yesterday. Donal Lynch was looking for expat votes for daughter Evanna as the star of Harry Potter movies aims to make it to the final of Dancing with The Stars on ABC in the USA. Irish Air Corp Helicopter crewman Diarmuid Corcoran gave us an insight into his job. Counsellor and Psychotherapist Bairbre Kelly took your Problems of a Personal Nature and offered lots of sound advice. While former Chef to a Royal, Perfumer and Candle Maker Lucy Hagerty had some fun with Gerry.

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John Waters - Straight Talking

Fri, 09 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Journalist and Author John Waters joined Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch today on the publication of his new book "Give Us Back The Bad Roads". You have to hand it to John whether you agree or disagree with his viewpoint his opinions are thought provoking and given the reaction to what he had to say - resonate with many.

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Late Lunch Friday November 9th 2018

Fri, 09 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Straight Talking from John Waters as Gerry picked his way around aspects of John's thought provoking new book "Give Us Back The Bad Roads". New Album and tour coming to the Northeast - Tommy Fleming in the house. While Pipelaying rounded off our focus for the week on Apprenticeships.

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The Life and Times of Jack Kiernan

Thu, 08 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Worth Waiting For! Yes he's been on our radar for a while and today the legend that is Jack Kiernan reflected on his life and times in business and sport with Gerry Kelly.

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Late Lunch Thursday November 8th 2018

Thu, 08 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The Life and Times of Jack Kiernan made for such interesting listening as the Great Man reflected on 50 years in the Shoe Business in Navan and his love of Meath GAA which stretches back to 1954! We began a new feature today "Lets Talk Business" and first under the microscope was Water Wipes. While Motor Mechanics took centre-stage as we continued our features on Apprenticeships.

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Late Lunch Wednesday 7th of November 2018

Wed, 07 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

On today's Late Lunch Drogheda historian Séan Collins remembers those we lost in WW1, Paddy Keegan shared his incredible life story one filled with hardship and lonliness as he grew up an orphan in Ireland in the 1950's and 60's spending his childhood in Indusrial schools. Seán Hoey Irish pool champion is attempting the impossible all in the name of raising funds for the homeless and we continue our look at apprenticeships this time in the I.T sector.

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All-Ireland Pool Champion Sean Hoey

Wed, 07 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Pool champion Seán Hoey has set himself an unbelievably difficult challenge to make a maximum 147 break on a 12ft snooker table with his left hand. All donations will go directly to Focus Ireland. Sean spoke to Gerry about the inspiration behind the challenge and also opened up about his battle with alcohol and how finding God helped turn his life around.

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Late Lunch Tuesday November 6th 2018

Tue, 06 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Eastern Seaboard will soon celebrate ten years in business and Jeni Glasgow reflected on the many challenges she and Reuven encountered during a wonderful decade. Rory O'Connor joined us ahead of the launch this evening of his second book "The Rory's Stories Guide to Being Irish". As "Frank Pig Says Hello" comes to the end of its Irish tour in Dundalk Gerry engaged with its author Pat McCabe. While it was Plumbing today as we continued our focus on National Apprentice Week.

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Dundalk's Cup of Plenty

Mon, 05 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The morning after the night before and Late Lunch Presenter Gerry Kelly met Stephen Kenny, John Mountney, Brian Gartland and Martin Connolly as the dust settled on Dundalk's FAI Cup win over Cork City that saw the Lilywhites complete a memorable Double!

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Late Lunch Monday November 5th 2018

Mon, 05 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

We reflected on Dundalk's magnificent League and FAI Cup double in the company of Stephen Kenny, John Mountney, Brian Gartland and Martin Connolly. Allen Foster recalled some infamous murders of yesteryear. Dominican Fathers Luuk Jansen and David McGovern are on a Mission! While all this week we're focussing on Apprenticeships and today we met Woodworking and Cabinet Making Apprentice Jessica Tallon.

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Late Lunch Friday November 2nd 2018

Fri, 02 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Man and Boy Frankie Watters has followed Dundalk and he'll be with them again at the FAI Cup Final on Sunday! Grainne O'Neill is going about rebuilding her confidence and she told us how in the company of daughter Grace. It was Vroom Vroom all the way with the all woman motor racing team from the Northeast aiming to win at Mondello Park on Sunday. While Patrick Ussher spoke so lovingly about his late mum Mary.

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Late Lunch Thursday November 1st 2018

Thu, 01 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT

On Today's Show - Pure Class that's June Rodgers!! Max Kyck organised a Stag with a difference. An overnight hit in her forties that's Fionnuala Kearney. No surprise - Darryl Fitzgerald is named Meath Carer of the Year.

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Farmaphobia Experience

Wed, 31 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Late Lunch share with us the Spooky Farmaphobia Experience!

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 31st 2018

Wed, 31 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Townie Maura McElhone told us the story of her "Falling for a Farmer". Gerry and Louise took their lives in their hands on a visit to Farmaphobia!!! Hermit Priest Fr. David Jones cautioned on the Dark Side of Halloween? While Dr Mohammed Khalid spoke about his artistic prowess.

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Hermet Priest Fr. David Jones on the Dark Side of Halloween

Wed, 31 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Hermet Priest Fr. David Jones joined us on Halloween Day to warn of the Dark Side of the Festival.

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Team Carrie Dublin Marathon 2018

Tue, 30 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Since their first year in 2010 Team Carrie have been an integral part of Late Lunch. It all begins in May each year when Gerry Kelly follows the fortunes of a number of the team to the Dublin Marathon. This time round it was Ciaran Brennan, Mandy Hatch and Denise Hughes who featured and on October Bank Holiday Sunday, Marathon Day, Gerry was in Dublin with the crew! Here's a flavour of how a very specail day unfolded with Team Carrie...

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 30th 2018

Tue, 30 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT

King of the Pumpkins Tom Dillon opened the show swiftly followed by Michael Tea Higgins Cosy knitter Margaret Lynch. Back to Sunday and the Dublin Marathon we went as Gerry tagged along with Team Carrie 2018. Dentist Dr David Murnaghan from Boyne Dental and Implant Clinic in Navan had some very interesting advice to impart on gum disease and more besides. While author Cecilia Ahern wants Gerry to call her Every Day!!!

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Late Lunch 26th October 2018

Thu, 25 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Craft Butcher Hugh Maguire and Executive Head Chef at Tankardstown House Eoin Gilchrist are gearing up for the culinary side of the Dowth Point to Point. Carmel McCarthy, Ciara Burke and Karen Devine are Women with no shortage of Opinions! While Gerry checked in with Team Carrie ahead of the 2018 Dublin City Marathon on Sunday.

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Late Lunch Thursday October 25th 2018

Wed, 24 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

What fun Gerry had with Chef Adrian Martin! Amanda Branigan took us on a library tour. Allen O'Donoghue brought us his ever popular parenting feature. While Peter McCloskey is onto something really special with his Collar of Gold rapeseed oil.

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 24th 2018

Tue, 23 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Jayann Walsh talked for the first time about her MS diagnosis. Gerry had a blast with Kunak McGann and Sarah Cassidy about the A to Z of Being Irish!! Judith Caffrey knows all there is to know about the CAO application process which she imparted today. While Paul Brady had a chat with us ahead of his return to Drogheda on Sunday.

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The A-Z Of Being Irish

Tue, 23 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

"The Hang Sandwich" safe cross code, the child of Prague and begrudgery nobody does them better than the Irish. Kunak Mc Gann and Sarah Cassidy have compiled the 'A to Z of being Irish'. It's a hoot!

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 23rd 2018

Mon, 22 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Lynda Barron and Aine Murphy joined us to tell us the story of Lynda's little daughter Zoe who will have her life transformed once she gets to the USA for specialist treatment. Sinead Kelly answered allcommers questions about their Pet Problems. Nutritional Therapist Ciara Wright was a mine of information and advice about the link between nutrition and fertility. While David Sheehan told us why he's bringing the Meath double All Ireland winning side of '87 and '88 together in the Knightsbrook Hotel in Trim on Friday!

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Nutrition & Fertility

Mon, 22 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Ciara Wright Nutritionl Therapist (Glenville Nutrition, The Wellness Crew) joined Gerry in Studio to discuss the importance of good nutrition when trying to conceive.

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Late Lunch Monday October 22nd 2018

Sun, 21 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

We paid tribute to Beekeeper Philip McCabe who passed away unexpectedly at the weekend. Siobhan O'Neill-White had lots of suggestions for things to do on the Mid-Term break. Author Tara Tine cast a spell on Gerry! While Sarah McCann talked about her documentary on Team Carrie called "Turtles and Hares".

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A Tribute to Philip McCabe

Sun, 21 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

The World Beekeeping Community is in mourning following news of the untimely passing of its President Philip McCabe. Philip was Ireland's best-known Beekeeper who contributed so much to creating awareness of the importance of bees to life on earth. He was a regular contributor to media and here we go back to an interview Philip did with Gerry Kelly on his Late Lunch Show on LMFM Radio in April 2017.

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Late Lunch Friday October 19th 2018

Thu, 18 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

The Show opened today with a tribute to Paddy Duffy who passed away suddenly earlier in the week. Rick Kronje brought us his regular wine feature. Gerry paid a visit to Ballymakenny Farm with Tara Walker who took the wonderful produce to her Cookery School where she rustled up her October Foodcast. And we caught a word with Dundalk Football Club's Martin Connolly ahead of the Lilywhites coronation as League Champions tonight.

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Late Lunch Thursday October 18th 2018

Wed, 17 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Last February Cathriona Flanagan's mother Angela Cahill was hail and hearty until she presented with flu-like symptoms - within days she was dead due to sepsis - her story is very important to hear. On the day her new book "A Thousand Roads Home" is published Carmel Harrington dropped in for a chat! Sean Egan and Shane Duffy brought us up to date with developments since Magheracloone Mitchells pitch disappeared. While David Kenna enlightened us about Bricks4Kidz.

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 17th 2018

Tue, 16 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Thirty Years and Trish Flood didn't say a word about the abuse she endured at the hands of a family relative when she was fifteen - all these years later he's been convicted - have a listen to a very brave woman's story! John Donohoe from the Meath Chronicle has compiled a collection of black&white photographs from the seventies and eighties in what must be volume one of "Meath Life Through the Lens". Wouldn't you just wish Liz Valloor was your Mother - have a listen and find out why? While Gerry was shaken not stirred as Tracy Hanby and ace Cocktail maker Roy Rogers came a calling to celebrate significant awards for The Central in Navan.

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TRISH FLOOD BREAKS HER SILENCE AFTER 30 YEARS

Tue, 16 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Trish Flood breaks her silence after 30 years on the abuse perpetrated on her by her first cousin which she bottled up for all those years.

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Late Lunch Tuesday October 16th 2018

Mon, 15 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Up Up and away always a joy to hear from Eimear Cassidy who talked about her Cabin Crew job which she LOVES!! Magical Margaret Madden brought us her picks for October's Late Lunch Book Club. Dana Holloman is shining the light on Human Trafficking. While Gerry indulged his childhood as Blue Peter celebrates its 60th Birthday!!

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Climate Change is no longer in the distant future

Sun, 14 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Fr. Sean McDonagh a columban priest based in Meath is an ecologist and champion of the environment who has been speaking out on climate change since the 1980's. Following the latest international report which issued recently Gerry Kelly on Latelunch followed up with him and this is what he had to say.

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Late Lunch Monday October 15th 2018

Sun, 14 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

At long last we found out why he's nicknamed "Charlie" as Noel Moore took a wander down memory lane! Martina Fitzgerald had a word with us ahead of the launch of her insightful new book "Madam Politician". Counsellor and Psychotherapist Bairbre Kelly had lots of advice on a number personal matters. While we met Daniel McLoughlin a young man who has returned to his roots in Blackrock is making waves at his Rocksalt Cafe.

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Late Lunch Friday October 12th 2018

Thu, 11 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Never a shortage of knowledge or recommendations when it comes to travel and holidays when Sandra Finegan from Globe Travel is with us! Helen Dwyer sets off on an exciting new business adventure in ladies fashion for her - no rather "My Generation". Psychic Medium Fiona Faery consulted her Angel Cards for listeners. While Karen O'Reilly from employmum.ie may just have a role for you if you're seeking flexibile employment.

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Late Lunch Thursday October 11th 2018

Wed, 10 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Columban Priest and Ecologist Fr Sean McDonagh once again called out the Irish Government on its failure to address Climate Change. Deirdre Murphy Manager of Meath Women's Refuge has been there since it all began in 1987. "Create the Great in You" is a very interesting concept which Mark McCormack and Simon Ryan explained. While Fergus McNulty is part of a wider group who are fundraising for Sean Cox who was seriously injured going to a Liverpool game last Spring.

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Finn Savino -No Homework Plea

Tue, 09 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

A 9 year old Meath boy from Clonmellon NS is calling for an end to all homework. Finn Savino believes children do enough during the school day and is lobbying local and national politicians to support his campaign.

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 10th 2018

Tue, 09 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Gail McEvoy joined us for her annual post Budget appraisal. Hilary Moran has developed a brilliant new App called Help Your Friend. Benny Sheridan almost lost everything in the recession however he's come through a stronger man. What to do if a Hedgehog arrives out of the blue in your garden was Gerry's conundrum for our go to Wildlife person Aideen Magee!

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The Late Lunch Show, Tuesday October 9th 2018

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

On today's Late Lunch show, Joseph Shaw honestly recounted how he turned his life around from being in a drug hell to a future with a job, partner and children.

A first for the show, Elena Duff joined us with some songs on her ukulele and Ruth Campbell and Vivienne Byrne told us the adorable story behind their first children's book.

Finally, have we met a future President of Ireland? Finn Savino is just nine years of age but already, he's making his mark in politics by campaigning to get homework abolished.

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The Late Lunch Show Monday October 8th 2018

Sun, 07 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

On today's Late Lunch Show, Alison Cowzer brought Gerry into the world of the Den - Dragon's Den that is, to talk about the three Presidential candidates.

Ann Grant remembered her famous dad William Courtenay who was awarded an OBE for his war service and finally, we celebrated Dundalk FC's victory last weekend.

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Late Lunch Friday October 5th 2018

Thu, 04 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Aisling Morris is lucky to be alive after she was struck by a car in 2005 - given the catastrophic injuries she sustained Aisling's made a remarkable recovery - have a listen to her inspiring story. On National Potato Day Jenni Meade and Conor O'Malley from the Meade Potato Company popped in for a chat. Gerry dropped into Waterstones Book Store where children from Collon National School had plenty of questions about Oliver Cromwell for author Rod Smith. And we cocluded our series "Every Road has a Cross to Bear" on Road Safety Week 2018.

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Late Lunch Thursday October 4th 2018

Wed, 03 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

It's official the Earth is a flat disc and not a sphere according to Professor Des Walsh who claims to have proof which he'll be releasing shortly. Gerry Finnegan is now selling his spuds from a vending machine for very good reason. Meath Road Safety Officer Mick Finegan had some telling stories, shocking facts and lots of advice on Road Safety Week. We had a visit from Royalty - Prince of Breifne Martin O'Reilly of Brehon stock, home from Australia, is a man on a mission. While in our daily feature "Every Road has a Cross to Bear" Gerry met Helena and Gerry O'Connor near Kilberry Cross where their son Patrick lost his life in a road accident.

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Late Lunch Wednesday October 3rd 2018

Tue, 02 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Its the largest Festival of Faith in Ireland and Fr Michael Cusack joined us ahead of the annual St Gerards Novena in Dundalk. We looked forward to the official opening of the all new Village Hotel this weekend and we'll be there to give that Dream Wedding away worth €15K!! Gerry dropped in on the Cuidiu Breastfeeding Support group in Drogheda to mark National Breastfeeding week. While Kilmoon Cross was our destination today for our Road Safety feature "Every Road has a Cross to Bear".

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Tuesday 2nd of October 2018

Mon, 01 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

As it's World Animal Week the ISPCA and the Irish Pet Advertising Advisory Group released a powerful video called Puppy Dot Con as part of their campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of responding to online pet advertisements. The video demonstrates how easy it is to be fooled by unscrupulous breeders highlights the dangers of buying a pet online. ISPCA CEO Dr Andrew Kelly joined us.

We had a catch up with classical guitarist Pat Coldrick who has a brand new album and is playing at Slane Castle in the coming months and as part of our Road Safety Awareness week we invited our regular motoring expert Tony Conlon along with Simon Allen Global Tyres Dundalk and Thomas mc Phelim Blackstone Motors to discuss car maintenance and safety. Plus we heard from Michael O Neill who shared his tragic story of loss in our series 'Every Road has a Cross to Bear'

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Late Lunch Monday October 1st 2018

Mon, 01 Oct 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Donna Kennedy has faced and overcome so many challenges in her life and she's now on a mission to empower other women to do likewise. Presenter Gerry Kelly was so impressed with Joanna Fortune's new book "15 Minute Parenting" he desribed it as "the best book I've ever read on rearing children". Cecilia Forrestal from the Community Action Network told us how they may be of assistance to people facing eviction or in mortgage distress around their family homes. While on National Road Safety Week we aired the first in our series "Every Road has a Cross to Bear".

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Late Lunch Friday September 28th 2018

Thu, 27 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Tara Walker's Foodcast for September is all about making what's in the lunchbox interesting and rustling up something nutritious, tasty and fast when they arrive home from school. Our Women with Opinions Carmel McCarthy, Ciara Burke and Siobhan O'Neill-White had plenty to say on a raft of of topics. We revealed our third finalist in the Village Hotel Dream Wedding Giveaway. While Professor Desmond Walsh told us that he intends proving Planet Earth is actually flat!!!

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Late Lunch Thursday September 27th 2018

Wed, 26 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT

The wonderful Pat Kinevane popped in for a chat ahead of performing his brilliant trilogy of plays at the Droichead Arts Centre starting this evening. Colm Keane and Una O'Hagan who've teamed up to write a fascinating book about St Therese of Lisieux joined Gerry for a really interesting and informative discussion. We revealed the second finalist in our Village Hotel Dream Wedding giveaway. While Elizabeth Kirwan told us that her Christmas shopping is done and dusted already - its true!!

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Wednesday 26th of September 2018

Wed, 26 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Paul Carroll one half of the most stylish men in the North East Funky Fashion Frolics pops into studio as the duo prepare to host their first ever fashion show. Who remembers Dear Frankie? Well we have our own agony aunt Bairbre Kelly with us answering and helping you with any personal problems you have. It's back to the tunnels for Gerry as we catch up with the lovely Nicky Kyle for tunnel to table where she prepared a mouth watering tomato, courgette and parmesan gratin with fresh produce from the polytunnels and Kathy Maher from Haven Pharmacy urged listeners to get the flu jab. Plus we heard from a very excited Leona Hughes from Balbriggan the first of our five wedding finalists in our big wedding giveaway courtesy of The Village Hotel.

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Tuesday 25th of September 2018

Mon, 24 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Today top International athlete David Gillick speaks to us about his sporting career, his battle with mental health issues, his love of cooking and his new book 'Back on Track'. Ever been on a mystery tour? Liam Reilly from Drogheda still runs these nostalgia trips. Worried about a break in at your business? we find out more about the crime business expo coming to Navan plus we meet the Obudsman Peter Tyndall.

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Monday 24th of September 2018

Sun, 23 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Today, Professor Bryan Hennessy head of Cancer trials Ireland shared information about a very interesting trial involving prescribing asprin for post cancer patients. The community at St Nicholas Avenue in Dundalk have launched a fundraising campaign to help the family of the late Ingrida Maciokaite who died tragically last week. Sinéad Kelly was on hand with her expert advice and help caring for your pet. We met Jim Loughran who spoke about his work on the front lines in the humanitarian sector as a front line defender and fancy a free pint? Well put down your phone and you can enjoy one, Navan publician Damien Clarke explains a great new initiative sponsored by Guinness.

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Tuesday 18th of September 2018

Tue, 18 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Satirist and comedian Oliver Callan was with us to discuss his introduction to comedy, his love of Patrick Kavanagh's poetry and of course he brought some of his famous friends with him. Inspirational local man Garry Hoey was instudio to discuss how losing his foot didnt stop him from enjoying his beloved football. He is heading for the Amputee world cup in Mexico and Carmel Schmeidt from the Drogheda Soroptimists urged young girls to consider a career in the S.T.E.M area.

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Monday 17th of September 2018

Tue, 18 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT

We reminisce about Feile 90 as the iconic Trip to Tipp is back for one night only. ex-rugby player turned entrepreneur Shane Monaghan joins us instudio to discuss his near death experience on the pitch and the launch of his successful business LIMRO. We heard from Linda Ennis and Shona Mc Manus about the upcoming Drogheda chamber of Commerce Skill Nets programme and fiery hot, fruity, mild, spicy with rice or chips we all love a curry we met the man who has the enviable job of awarding the best Irish curry.

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Wednesday 19th of September 2018

Tue, 18 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Rockers Metallica could be playing Slane next year, Ken Sweeney from the Irish Sun has the scoop, As Storm Ali rages outside Grainne Burns from the ESB gave us an update on areas affected by power outages. Paul Howard the man behind the brilliant Ross O Carroll Kelly books discussed his latest work. We met the lovely Brian and Catriona Flaherty from Kilmessan whose business 'Whats for pudding' featured on nationwide recently and we heard all about a great festival in honour of the late Big Tom.

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Late Lunch Book Club September 2018

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Margaret Madden brings us her Book of the Month which this time round is "Eat the Moon" by Breda Joy and more great recommendations besides in September's Late Lunch Book Club.

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Late Lunch Friday September 14th 2018

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Globe Travel and LMFM teamed up to make Irene Cumiskey's day! Yes the Cumiskeys are on their way to Rome for a Citybreak with €500 spending money after their Holiday video message was selected as the winner of the Late Lunch competition. And Sandra Finegan was with us to join in the joy and offer plenty of suggestions for short and long breaks over the coming weeks. Margaret Madden brought us her Book of the Month and more recommendations besides in Late Lunch Book Club. Our Virtuoso of Vino Rick Kronje ran the rule over the Merlot Grape and had some cracking suggestions in the bottle. While previous All Ireland Winners Orla Kirk and Christine O'Brien reflected on their days in the sun with Louth and Meath and looked ahead to Sunday's deciders at Croke Park.

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The Late Lunch Show, Thursday September 13th, 2018

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT

On today's show, Mary Fitzsimons talked through her remarkable life, journeying through failed IVF to adoption and from a cancer battle to having a heart attack!

Novelist Hazel Gaynor tells us why she thinks the story finds the writer with her new book, The Lighthouse Keeper's Daughter.

Hundreds still struggling with mortgage debt now face the added battle of vulture funds. Is there anything that can be done? We find out from Roslyn Doherty of The Financial Foundation.

And Treacy O'Connor describes her path to being a One Spirit Interfaith Minister.

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Win a Dream Wedding

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT

We launched a fantastic competition on late Lunch today when JP Egan joined Gerry. The stunning all new Village Hotel in Bettystown County Meath have teamed up with LMFM and the Late Lunch to offer one lucky couple to the opportunity to win their Dream Wedding worth €15,000!!!

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Late Lunch Wednesday September 12th 2018

Tue, 11 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT

We've teamed up with the Village Hotel to giveaway a Wedding worth €15,000!! To enter check out our Home Page and the very Best of Luck! Awe what a lovely man Peter Owens is - his story and to think he's kept his talent to himself until now. It's Drogheda Classical Music season seven and we had a look ahead with its Artistic Director Pauline Ashwood and one of the stars of the first concert clarinet virtuoso Emma Johnson. And rounding off the show Gerry paid a visit to David McEvoy to see how his Termonfeckin Turkeys are getting along.

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New Stadium for Louth GAA

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 23:00:00 GMT

Former Louth player, manager and county board chairman Frank Lynch a member of the group who've paved the way for new county grounds in Dundalk joined Gerry on Late Lunch to talk about a momentous day for Louth football.

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