Lunchtime Live

Nearly 2 million people are travelling through Dublin Airport over Christmas.Henry McKean is live from Dublin Airport in Terminal 2, and joins Andrea to share what he’s seeing!

Dr Niall Breen from the Portmarnock GP Clinic joined Andrea Gilligan to tackle your medical queries.

From banging pots and pans at midnight to sweeping the old year out the door - what are some of the weird and wonderful New Years traditions here in Ireland?Author and content creator of Weird Ireland, Brinsley McNamara, joins Andrea to discuss!

Sarah Ryan’s former partner Nathan Grant McNulty has been jailed for eight years for the rape and coercive control of Sarah.Sarah wanted to share her story, and joins Andrea to discuss…If any of these issues discussed impacted you, you can reach Women’s Aid 24 hours a day on: 1800 341 900.

2025 was another great year for entertainment. We have had celebrities going to space, TikTok trends going to new levels, and one of the world's most famous galleries robbed.As we come to the end of the year, we will be looking back at some of 2025’s most iconic entertainment moments. Are there any that stand out to you?Joining Andrea to discuss it all is Entertainment Journalist Brian Lloyd and Pop Culture and Entertainment Expert, Dee Molumby.

Welcome to The Pod Squad!We review podcasts every week so you always have something new to listen to.Newstalk’s Ellen Butler and Rory Galvin join Andrea Gilligan to review ‘The Rest is Science’!Image: Goalhanger

With Christmas fast approaching, people will soon be making their way home to spend time with family and friends. What was once a staple of the festive season, attending Christmas Mass is no longer a priority for many.As traditions continue to evolve, we want to know: is going to Mass still part of your Christmas tradition?Joining Andrea to discuss is Parish Priest of Abbeyleix, Raheen & Ballinakill, Father Paddy Byrne, as well as listeners.

In this conversation, former Detective Garda John Sweetman, who spent 30 years specializing in forensic work, shares gripping stories from his career. He discusses the gruesome nature of crime scenes he encountered and explains how he was drawn to forensics through his artistic background. John reflects on the emotional toll of the job and the support systems in place. He also emphasizes the importance of objectivity in his work, differentiating TV portrayals from the gritty reality of investigations.

Surfers from around the world gathered in Sigo for some of the best surfing conditions seen in years.So what makes the Irish seas so special?Andrea is joined by listeners to discuss.

WhatsApp groups have become a common part of family and school life, offering parents a quick and convenient way to stay informed and connected.However, as groups multiply, the benefits can be outweighed by constant notifications, off-topic messages and pressure to stay engaged. For teachers, these chats can be particularly challenging, often blurring professional boundaries and creating expectations of constant availability.We want to know, how beneficial are these group chats? Are they helpful or are they a hindrance?Joining Andrea to discuss is Native Editor of DMG Media, Sarah-Jayne Tobin, as well as listeners.