Lunchtime Live

Milan’s La Scala theater has warned that they will ban anyone who shows up wearing shorts, tank tops and flip flops. Has fashion gone out the window nowadays, and are people dressing too casually for day-to-day life?Do we need to bring back suits and heels to the office or should people wear what they feel comfortable in?Joining Andrea to discuss is Newstalk Breakfast Presenter Shane Coleman, Stylist from Style Savvy Laura Jordan and Nathalie Lennon, Content Creator & Personal Trainer.

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 Mental Fitness Expert for Elite Performance, Martha Donnelly, to talk about the benefits you can get from mental strength training!

Garda recruitment numbers this year are down.They had a target of about 1,000, but numbers are looking closer to 650…So, what would make you want to become a Guard?Joining Andrea to discuss is Tara McManus, Assistant General Secretary of the Garda Representative Association, as well as listeners.

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

Last Friday, the topic of issues facing people in wheelchairs when they travel was discussed.One listener, Carmel, got in touch with her frustrations when it comes to those limitations. She, along with Tom Randles from Randles Hotel Killarney, joins Andrea to discuss…

Housing Minister James Brown has proposed changes to building guidelines that would allow for smaller, more affordable apartments.Sinn Féin has strongly criticised the move, calling it “utter madness” and accusing Fine Gael of failing to tackle the housing crisis effectively.We want to know, what do you think? Could reducing apartment size be the answer for housing?Joining Andrea to discuss is Eddie Phelan, Chartered Engineer and Managing Director of VCL Consultants in Drogheda, Architect, Artist and Lecturer in Griffith College Roisin Murphy and Ray Cooke, CEO of Ray Cooke Auctioneers.

Megan Virgo, a travel writer known for her insightful recommendations on unique holiday spots, joins the discussion. They explore the latest trends in vacation planning, revealing that a surprising 72% haven't booked their trips yet. Megan highlights budget-friendly destinations like Slovenia and the Dolomites, perfect for off-peak travel. Tips for affordable cruises and planning around flexible dates further enrich the conversation, making it clear that adventure can be both exciting and economical!

Welcome to The Pod Squad!We review podcasts every week so you always have something new to listen to.Ciaran Bradley from Newstalk’s Digital team and Ellen Butler from the Newstalk Newsroom join Andrea to review ‘Stick to Football’!Image: Acast

The GAA has issued a statement clarifying the final score of Sunday’s All-Ireland SHC semi-final, revising the official score to: Tipperary 4-20 Kilkenny 0-30. The final score was initially given as 4-21 to 0-30 but has been amended...But, did this mistake change the course of the game?Joining Andrea to discuss is Tommy Rooney, Off the Ball’s GAA Correspondent, Eddie Keher from the Kilkenny GAA Supporters Club, Cathal Minogue from Today FM and listeners.

Architect and Home of the Year judge Hugh Wallace joins Lunchtime Live to share his summer memories.From travels to Zimbabwe to his favourite holiday song.Listen here for all this brilliant conversation.