Lunchtime Live

Paul Kenny, Ireland’s former Pensions Ombudsman and Course Leader with the Retirement Planning Council, shares invaluable insights on pension planning. He emphasizes the critical need for early planning, especially for young adults facing financial hurdles. The conversation covers the nuances between auto-enrolment and private pension schemes, highlighting employer contributions and tax relief benefits. Kenny also tackles early retirement considerations and discusses strategies for those approaching retirement, including the importance of professional advice for navigating pension complexities.

Research carried out by Oxford professor Dr Tom Crawford has determined that Bon Jovi’s ‘Living on a Prayer’ has been crowned the best karaoke song of all-time.The rock anthem has surpassed Whitney Houston's ‘I Wanna Dance with Somebody’.We want to know, what is your go-to karaoke song?Joining Andrea to discuss is Drag Queen, Davina George and Presenter with Spin 1038, Michaela Hayes.

Some families have witnessed sudden and unexplained regression in their loved ones with Down Syndrome.These can be things like a loss of communication, mobility, or daily living skills.So, why is this happening, and what help is there?Joining Andrea to discuss is Deputy Pete Roche, TD for Galway East, Gina Grant from Down Syndrome Ireland and listeners.

With the summer season well and truly upon us, many people are setting off on their holidays. Some by car, others by plane but are many people exploring Ireland by boat?With so many waterways across the country, what is it like to travel by boat across the country?Joining Andrea to discuss is Alex Goor, General Manager at Killary Fjord Boat Tours, Catriona Walsh, owner of Lough Key Boat Tours and Mike Clinton from The Shannon Boat Owners Club page.

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 Mary Bishop, Head of Education at ‘Grow it Yourself’ to discuss the benefits of growing your own vegetables.

Almost 20,000 people have signed a petition calling on the Government to stop tenancy agreements banning pets, after a 112% increase in surrenders to Dogs Trust.So, should pets be allowed in rental properties?Joining Andrea to discuss is Ciara Murrin, Head of Communications at Dogs Trust, Maurice Deverell, Landlords Member of Irish Property Owners Association and more.

Lactation Consultant, Breastfeeding and Formula Feeding Specialist Katie Mugan joined Andrea Gilligan to tackle your medical queries…

There was frustration for a recent Bus Éireann passenger waiting for the early-morning bus service from Sligo to Dublin Airport, as the bus did not stop at its designated bus stop in Castlebaldwin Village.Maura joins guest host Anna Daly to discuss what happened.

The Liam McCarthy cup was lifted once again yesterday as the Tipperary hurlers took to the Hogan stand to claim their title as All Ireland Hurling Champions 2025.However, the victorious side were left celebrating to a sea of red, as it appeared most of the fans in Croke Park were there to support Cork.What does this say about the ticket allocations, and how did so many Cork fans get their hands on tickets?Guest host Anna Daly is joined by Off the Ball’s Eoin Sheahan, as well as listeners, to discuss.

The Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) removed a film showing two men kissing after a member of the public claimed it was “harmful” to her child’s health.Was it the right thing to do?Guest host Anna Daly is joined by Willie White, Artistic Director of the Dublin Theatre Festival, Katie Makk from the Opinions Matter Podcast and Lucy Medleycott, Director of the Irish Street Arts, Circus And Spectacle Network.Image: IMMA