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May 6, 2025 • 13min

Do our cities still have a community spirit?

Do we still have a sense of community in our cities?Prince William, the Prince of Wales, said recently that people in cities have “...lost their ability to come together and know their neighbours”.What do you think?Joining Andrea to discuss is Muiris O'Cearbhaill, Journalist with TheJournal.ie, Joe O’Shea, Editor of Cork Beo.ie and Robin Mandal from the Dublin Democratic Planning Alliance.
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May 6, 2025 • 7min

How I Live Well: HYROX

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 John Belton, owner of No.17 PT & Human Performance and Wellness Coach to learn about HYROX, and why it is unique in the world of fitness.
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May 6, 2025 • 22min

Should the Camogie Association have to go before the Oireachtas?

The Camogie Association has said that they will continue to examine issues around the comfort and design of playing gear, and has said that they will test skorts later in the month.A number of high-profile former players have come out strongly against the rule that makes skorts mandatory on match days…So, should this go as far as the Oireachtas?Joining Andrea to discuss is Dublin Captain Aisling Maher, Centre Forward for Kilkenny Laura Murphy, Hannah Looney, football and camogie player for Cork, Emma O’Byrne, Dublin camogie player and Will Dalton, Virgin Media Sports Reporter.
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May 2, 2025 • 16min

Ask Me Anything: Comedian

For this week’s Ask Me Anything, Comedian Jim Elliot joins Andrea to answer any of your questions when it comes to comedy!
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May 2, 2025 • 9min

What is in baby food pouches?

Baby food pouches might not be as nutritious as some of us think.An investigation from the BBC says some leading brands are failing to meet key nutritional needs of babies and toddlers.Some contained more sugar in a single pouch than a one-year-old should have in a day.So, what is in these pouches?Andrea is joined by Cathy Monahan, Pediatric Dietician from Weaning.ie to discuss.
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May 2, 2025 • 13min

Why do some counties struggle with domestic tourism?

With summer approaching, many Irish people are planning their holidays. But, instead of exploring the likes of Leitrim, Westmeath or Monaghan, it seems more and more are booking flights to Thailand, Bali, or Vietnam.New data which shows that a quarter of the Irish population have explored Asia, but 82% have never visited Leitrim, and 76% have never visited Westmeath.Why aren't Irish people touring their own back garden? And why do counties like Leitrim still struggle to attract domestic tourists? Have we fallen out of love with Ireland as a holiday destination?Andrea is joined by Founder of the Viking Splash Tours ‘Viking Mike’ McDonnell, Travel Journalist Joan Scales and listeners to discuss.
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May 2, 2025 • 10min

Mark McCabe on Maniac 2000 turning 25!

What stage in your life were you at when ‘Maniac 2000’ was released?Joining Andrea to discuss the 25th anniversary of the song is its creator, DJ Mark McCabe!
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May 2, 2025 • 11min

Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!
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May 2, 2025 • 20min

Why do bystanders film tragedies?

Tragic news from Cork yesterday as a man drowned in the city centre.Shockingly though, seemingly instead of trying to help the man – dozens of onlookers filmed the incident – some even livestreaming...Gardaí had to push the crowd of people back and increase the cordon around first responders – with a Senior Fire Officer pleading with people not to publish or share the distressing video footage taken as the tragedy unfolded.How can people stand by filming in an emergency?Joining Andrea to discuss is Victor Shine, Second Officer at Cork City Fire Brigade & Area Officer for Crosshaven Coast Guard Unit, Ger O’Dea, National Community Engagement Manager with the National Ambulance Service and more.
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May 1, 2025 • 11min

The Home Squad: Outdoor Areas

With this gorgeous weather at the moment, it’s hard not to think about the outdoor areas of your home.Well, the Home Squad are here to help you with outdoor furniture and cooking!Guest host Anna Daly is joined by Jenny Sheehan, Irish Examiner Columnist and former winner of ‘Home of the Year’ and Roisin Lafferty, Founder & Creative Director of Roisin Lafferty Design House.

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