Lunchtime Live

For the last number of the weeks on the show, Andrea has been discussing the benefits of women in sport. Today, Adrian Kennedy chats about the joy that female football brings.  Joining Adrian in studio is Coach and Former Ireland Player, Linda Gorman, Freelance Sports Journalist, Alanna Cunnane and Shelbourne FC Player, Leah Doyle.

With Andrea Gilligan turning 40 tomorrow, it only seemed right to look at the best food and drink to provide or bring to a party. And, of course, that includes wine and cheese! Michelle Lawlor, Owner of the NUDE Wine Company and Food Writer Dee Laffan join Andrea to discuss and taste.Also, a special guest gives Andrea a surprise birthday message at the end!

The 17th Paralympic Games kick off tonight in Paris, with a 35-strong team representing Ireland!Jason Smyth, world’s fastest Paralympian and Martin Gordon Paralympic Cyclist who is racing for Ireland join Andrea from Paris to share in the excitement.

The number of people emigrating has reached an all time high since 2015. In the year leading up to April 2024, 69,000 people emigrated, an increase of 5,000 when compared to the same period in 2023. So, why is emigration at an all-time high?To discuss, Andrea is joined by Model Gráinne Gallanagh, Emily and Bella from Newstalk’s Newsroom and more to discuss.

Today is Andrea Gilligan’s last in her 30’s, and she has mixed feelings about it. She’s joined by Ireland AM presenter and former Ireland player Tommy Bowe, TV Presenter Glenda Gilson, Jeweller Chupi Sweetman and Irish Independent Journalist Tanya Sweeney to discuss what it’s like hitting the big 4-0.

Lunchtime Live's Reasons to be Happy looks at some of the news stories that you might have missed that will leave you feeling more optimistic.Today FM’s Cathal O’Sullivan joined Andrea in the studio to put a smile on your faces…

Ryanair Boss Michael O’Leary wants to see a two-drink airport limit introduced to curb in-flight violence.Is airport drinking a problem? Or is this a bit of a wild request?Andrea is joined by Eoghan Corry, Editor of Air and Travel Magazine, along with listeners, to discuss.

Welcome to The Pod Squad!We review podcasts every Tuesday so you always have something new to listen to.This week, Andrea was joined by Off the Ball’s Cameron Hill and Broadcaster Ciara King to review TV host Rylan’s podcast ‘How to Be a Man’.Image: BBC Sounds

Oasis have finally announced a reunion tour – 15 years after the group disbanded in 2009. Liam and Noel will be playing a series of gigs across the UK and Ireland in July and August of 2025 – culminating in two gigs at Croke Park. Are you buying into the Oasis hype? Will you be trying to get tickets on Saturday?Andrea is joined by Off the Ball’s Colm Boohig, Joe Caufield from the newsroom and Kelly-Anne Byrne, Presenter and DJ to discuss the excitement, how to get ready, and anticipating price gouging.Image: @oasis on Twitter

Listener Niamh lives in a compact two bedroom flat with her son Ollie as well as her daughter. Ollie has cerebral palsy, and Niamh says that her current accommodation is not good enough to meet his needs.She joins Andrea to share her story, and discuss the experience looking for new accommodation.