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Lunchtime Live

Lunchtime Live

Newstalk

Lunchtime Live

Society & Culture English

Andrea Gilligan invites callers to have their say on the topics of the day - get in touch by emailing lunchtimelive@newstalk.com Listen and subscribe to Lunchtime Live on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.

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Episodes

Ask the Expert: Motoring Questions

Ask the Expert: Motoring Questions

For this week’s Ask the Expert, Andrea is joined by Joey Donnelly from Crofton Motors to answer any of your motoring questions!

Would you snitch on your neighbour for using a hose?

Would you snitch on your neighbour for using a hose?

Would you snitch on your neighbour if they used their hose?Homeowners can report neighbours or members of the public who break the six-week hosepipe ban. Is it your civil duty to do so, or a bit much?Joining Andrea to discuss is Psychiatrist Brendan Kelly and listeners.

All Ireland ticket scam - Michael’s experience

All Ireland ticket scam - Michael’s experience

The scramble for All Ireland tickets is on this week with many fans trying to get their hands on tickets to see Limerick take on Galway this Sunday.Limerick hurling fan Michael was the victim of a scam when trying to get some tickets, and joins Andrea to discuss what happened…

What is the cost of eating out now?

What is the cost of eating out now?

Does the cost of eating out put you off going out? Is €8 for a sandwich outrageous, or the going trend now?Joining Andrea to discuss is Hazel Keogh, Food Content Creator, Ais McCarthy from Bits and Bites and Katy McGuinness, Restaurant Critic.

Don’t Miss: Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed, Luke Combs, Forever My Boys

Don’t Miss: Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed, Luke Combs, Forever My Boys

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

Do Irish beaches need more parking options?

Do Irish beaches need more parking options?

Two cars were towed and several motorists were issued with fines by An Garda Síochána after widespread illegal parking at Shroove Beach on Monday.A number of vehicles were parked on double yellow lines, despite the restrictions, which were introduced by Donegal County Council to prevent roadside parking and keep the route clear.The illegal parking caused significant disruption, forcing the...

Ask the Medic with Dr Nina Byrnes

Ask the Medic with Dr Nina Byrnes

It’s time for Ask the Medic! Where an expert joins to answer any of your health-related questions.This week, Andrea is joined by Dr Nina Byrnes, GP at Generation Health Medical Clinic, to answer your medical questions!

Paul Byrom on living a cheaper life in Spain

Paul Byrom on living a cheaper life in Spain

Irish Tenor Paul Byrom packed up with his wife and dog and moved to Spain in hopes for a better, cheaper life. Paul joins Andrea to talk about this next chapter of his life…

Are there enough school places for students this September?

Are there enough school places for students this September?

Over the past few months, Andrea has spoken with many parents who were anxiously waiting to find out if their children would secure a school place for September.While some families have since received good news, others are still facing uncertainty or having to make difficult arrangements just to get their children to school each day…So, are you sorted out for school in September?Andrea is joined...

Are group holidays more trouble than they’re worth?

Are group holidays more trouble than they’re worth?

Going on holiday with friends can be great craic, but by the time you actually organize things, it may not feel as worth it.According to a new survey by Samsung, agreeing on a budget and dates that suit everyone are the most challenging things about booking a group holiday.What is your experience?Joining Andrea to discuss is 98fm Producer Cathal O’Sullivan, Freelance Journalist Edaein O’Connell,...