Lunchtime Live Highlights

The Leaving Cert is fast approaching, and for many students, that means rising stress and pressure. For this week’s Ask the Expert we’re talking about how to manage exam stress - what works, what doesn’t, and how students can stay focused and healthy during this intense time.Joining Andrea to discuss and answer your questions is Allen O’Donoghue from helpme2parent.ie.

Donegal hairdressers, barbers, nail technicians, aestheticians and salon owners have taken on additional training beyond their craft to recognise signs of domestic abuse, coercive control and addiction.So, how would it work? And should all employers consider this type of training?Joining Andrea to discuss is Terence Boycle from Terence Boyle Hairdressing Group, Stylist at Terence Boyle Hairdressing, Catriona, Donna McGee, HSE Addiction Services Lead and more.

Grammy-winning singer and guitarist Bryan Adams is playing Dublin tonight and Friday night to huge crowds.He has sold over 75 million albums, and has a career that spans over 45 years.Bryan joins Andrea for a chat ahead of his shows!

Ten years ago, Ireland voted yes to marriage equality in a historic referendum. Today, we’re marking that milestone with Jane Clarke, Roscommon Poet, who’s here to share what’s changed — and what still needs to — from her perspective as a lesbian woman.Andrea is joined by Jane and listeners to discuss.

It’s How I Live Well time! Where someone joins to discuss what they do to improve their life…This week, Andrea is joined by Professional Home Organiser Ann Teehan (@neatly.ie on Instagram) to share simple, effective tips on how to declutter your space and streamline your daily routine!

Should Home Economics be compulsory in schools? Once focused on cooking and sewing, the subject has faded from many curriculums.But, with rising living costs and a need for real-world skills, is it time to bring it back?Joining Andrea to discuss is Dr Helen Maguire, Head of School of Home Economics in ATU ST Angelas, as well as listeners.

Dr Nina Byrnes, GP at Generation Health Medical Clinic joined Andrea Gilligan to tackle your medical queries…

Austria took home the Eurovision crown on Saturday night, with Ireland failing to make it to the Grand Final. But, more shockingly, the Irish public awarded Israel 10 points, and the Irish Jury handed over 7. Is Ireland’s support for Israel stronger than we realised?Joining Andrea to discuss this is Zoe Lawlor, Chairperson of the Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign, Johnny Fallon, Co-Author of the 'Eurovision Handbook', Ian O’Doherty, Columnist with the Irish Independent and Kirsty Blake Knox, Columnist with the Irish Independent.Image: EBU

There is a growing concern in Irish schools: the sharp rise in student absenteeism.Thousands of children are missing weeks of school, and officials are calling it a ‘hugely alarming’ trend. What’s causing this, and more importantly, how do we fix it?Andrea is joined by listeners to discuss.

The Leaving Certificate exams will begin on Wednesday, June 4th.So, with just over two weeks to go, how can students optimize their study time to get the best results?Andrea is joined by Ronan Griffin from Study Skills to discuss.