Podcast Alexa Farese terbaik (2024)

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The Home Squad: Designing a wall 9:48

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Whether you’re trying to pick paint colours or do a hidden TV wall – our home squad are here to help! Sarah Carroll from Sand and Deliver DIY and Interier Designer Sarah Twigg Doyle of Retwiggd join Andrea to discuss Photo by Wang Ming

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How do you get in the Guinness Book of World Records? 19:31

10h ago19:31

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The new 2025 Guinness World Record Book is due out and is celebrating the platinum anniversary of the world's biggest-selling annual book. Andrea chats to some of the Irish record holders including - the longest hug, the largest gathering of Dolly Partons and the greatest distance covered driving on ice We also hear from Craig Glenday, Editor in Ch…

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Throwback Thursday: Marilyn Monroe's famous dress stunt, Twin Towers terrorist attack & Bing Crosby / David Bowie duet 9:19

10h ago9:19

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From Scooby Doo to Marilyn Monroe – 98fm’s Ciaran O’Connor has loads to chat about on this week’s throwback Thursday.

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Are train fares too expensive in Ireland? 19:05

10h ago19:05

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Andrea hears from listener Bob who paid over €50 for two adults for a 50-minute train ride each way. Are train fares too expensive in Ireland? Image: A train pictured leaving MacBride station in Drogheda. Image: Anze Furlan / Alamy Stock Photo

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Ask the Expert: Wills 11:11

1d ago11:11

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Every week- we give you the opportunity to put your questions to the Experts- this week- we're looking at wills. From making them to contesting them, guest presenter Clare McKenna chats to Susan Murphy from MakemyWill.ie

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Do celebrity endorsements make a difference in elections? 8:52

1d ago8:52

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Music superstar Taylor Swift has endorsed vice president Kamala Harris for US president following her debate with Republican rival Donald Trump But, how important are celebrity endorsements? And, do they make a difference when it comes to elections? Guest presenter Clare McKenna chats to Stephen O'Leary, Founder of Online News Media and Social Medi…

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Is it time to embrace Rebel songs? 21:49

1d ago21:49

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After 60 years of performing, the Wolfe Tones are set to hang up their mics this year. But is their music respected enough? Should we acknowledge the importance of rebel songs more? Guest presenter Clare McKenna chat to Wolfe Tone's Brian Warfield and hears from listeners Image: Brian Warfield from 'The Wolfe Tones' performs in Belfast, Northern Ir…

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Reasons to be Happy: Child benefit boost, Harry Potter TV show & Hamilton coming to Dublin 8:00

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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 guest host Clare McKenna in the studio to put a smile on your faces… Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Picture by: Alamy.com…

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Can a relationship survive cheating? 24:00

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Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl has announced he fathered a child "outside of my marriage". In a statement he put on his Instagram page, he said: "I've recently become the father of a new baby daughter, born outside of my marriage. I plan to be a loving and supportive parent to her." We went on to say: "I love my wife and my children, and I am doi…

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The Pod Squad: Sixteenth Minute (of Fame) 16:40

2d ago16:40

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It’s time for the Pod Squad! Every week, we review a podcast to see if it’s worth your precious time or not! This week guest host Clare McKenna is joined by host of the ‘For Techs Sake’ podcast Elaine Burke & Off the Ball’s Colm Boohig to talk about 'Sixteenth Minute (of Fame) Image: Cool Zone Media and iHeartPodcasts…

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Celebrating Ireland's Paralympic success 14:11

2d ago14:11

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Ireland Paralympic Athletes returned from Paris yesterday to great fanfare. Thirty-five athletes were selected to compete in nine different sports and they came away with six medals. Guest presenter Clare McKenna chats to Paralympic medalists Linda Kelly, Orla Comerford, Eve McCrystal & Katie-George Dunlevy Photo: Henry McKean…

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Is fast fashion too easy? 12:21

2d ago12:21

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Asos have ruffled feathers by introducing a new £3.95 returns charge for shoppers. Customers will now have £3.95 deducted from their refund if they keep less than £40 worth of their items. Are people right to be annoyed? Or has fast fashion just become too easy for shoppers? Should more places introduce charges to cut down on people overbuying? Pho…

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How I live well: Rowing 8:50

2d ago8:50

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This year on Lunchtime Live we’ve been looking at things that we can do in order to make ourselves that bit happier and healthier. This week, guest host Clare McKenna is joined by Elaine Rowe from Carlow Rowing Club

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Are home workouts damaging to children? 19:57

2d ago19:57

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YouTube will stop recommending videos to teenagers that idealise fitness. It will still allow 13- to 17-year-olds to view the videos, but its algorithms won't push young users down “rabbit holes” of related content afterwards. It comes after experts warned it could be harmful to their health and self image. Photo by Karolina Kaboompics…

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Ask the GP with Dr Nina Byrnes 11:50

3d ago11:50

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Dr Nina Byrnes, GP at Generation Health Medical Clinic joined guest host Anna Daly to tackle your medical queries…

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Star Trek fans want to build a statue in Killarney

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Star Trek fans have launched a petition calling for a statue to be built in Killarney in honour of the Chief Miles O’Brien. The character was played by Irish actor Colm Meaney in Star Trek: The Next Generation and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, and was apparently born in Killarney. The petition says: ‘This statue would shine as a beacon of hope for ou…

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Are your children getting too much screen time? 20:18

3d ago20:18

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Are we allowing our children too much screen time? Health authorities in Sweden have issued guidelines which say that: Teenagers from 13 to 18 years of age should have just 3 hours of screen time a day. Between 6 and 12 years, it should be no more than 2 hours. From 2 to 5 years, it should be limited to a maximum of an hour a day. And, children und…

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What is Prader-Willi Syndrome? 11:31

3d ago11:31

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The world's first respite centre for people with Prader-Willi Syndrome opened in Co.Laois this weekend. But, what is Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS)? And what impact will this have on people with PWS and their families? Rory, whose son Henry has PWS, joins guest host Claire McKenna to discuss, as well as Lynsey Moorehouse, Regional Operations Manager P…

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Gilligan’s Island: Food Tours 11:38

3d ago11:38

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This is Lunchtime Live’s newest segment, Gilligan’s Island! Every Monday, we're going to explore this gorgeous island of ours and all that it has to offer. This week, guest host Claire McKenna is joined by Dee Laffan, Food Writer and host of the Beár Bia podcast to discuss some of the fantastic food tours you can take around the country! Image: Boy…

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Is it okay to boo the English anthem?

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Boos rang out around the Aviva Stadium on Saturday evening when Ireland faced England in the Nations league. It happened whenever Jack Grealish or Declan Rice touched the ball, but it was apparently deafening when ‘God Save the King’ was played. What’s your reaction to Irish fans booing the English National Anthem? Is it disrespectful? Guest host C…

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Ask Me Anything: Michelin Star Chef

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Our ‘Ask Me Anything’ series is back! We put your questions to people from interesting backgrounds or working in different careers. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in the kitchen of a Michelin star restaurant? Is there as much pressure in the kitchen as portrayed in movies and TV? How do you get and maintain a Michelin star rat…

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There's only 20 items you need in your wardrobe 8:20

6d ago8:20

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Do you have those boots made for walking, raspberry berets, blue suede shoes or maybe you’re forever in blue jeans? There’s nearly a song for every wardrobe item, but how many of these do we actually need? Well apparently, all we need is 20 pieces in our wardrobe. What’s the secret to a ‘Happy Closet’? Award winning author Annmarie O’Connor has the…

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Should fathers walk brides down the aisle? 20:12

6d ago20:12

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There have been calls in Sweden to ban fathers walking brides down the aisle. Traditionally, in Sweden, the bride and groom walk down the aisle together rather than the bride being accompanied by her father but in recent years – perhaps inspired by the influence of global television, films and social media – more Swedish women are being “handed ove…

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Transgender woman says she was unable to receive ‘basic healthcare’ at Dublin hospital after gender surgery 7:16

6d ago7:16

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A trans woman has claimed that she was denied treatment at a Dublin Hospital. Paige Behan went to St. James’s Hospital with a wound infection, and says they wouldn’t treat her... Paige joins guest host Claire McKenna to discuss.

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Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty 10:47

6d ago10:47

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From the wettest county to celebs breaking up fights – Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Claire McKenna with a roundup of stories from around the country this week.

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Should junk food be banned from sponsoring sports? 25:20

6d ago25:20

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There are calls in the UK to stop ‘junk food’ companies sponsoring sports teams. It's claimed that it will help stop the number of people dying from heart attacks and strokes. Is this something we should be looking at here? To discuss, Claire McKenna is joined by Trevor Twamley, CEO and Co-Founder of Sport Endorse, Dr Donal O'Shea, HSE Lead for Obe…

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The Home Squad: Upcycling 13:22

7d ago13:22

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Do you have a piece of furniture that you want to spruce up? Or maybe you’re looking to source the perfect vintage gem to complete your room? Well, the Home Squad is here to talk about all things upcycling! Jennifer Sheahan, Irish Examiner columnist and former winner of ‘Home of the Year’ joins guest host Claire McKenna to discuss.…

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The changing perceptions of women’s football 11:18

7d ago11:18

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It’s safe to say that support is mounting for the Irish Women’s Football Team, and with hopes of securing a spot in the Euro 2025, the girls in green need our continued support! Now that the games are more prominent, our TV screens and stadiums are gaining more fans in the seats, it’s clear that perceptions of women’s football are changing. Joining…

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Should we ban smartphones in restaurants? 14:49

7d ago14:49

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Would you like to see a smartphone ban in restaurants? A French bistro in north-eastern France banned smartphones at the table last year and said that the policy is not deterring diners, and is actually encouraging them to order more food as they continue their conversations! Would you like to see something similar introduced here? Claire McKenna i…

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How to manage a fussy eater 10:16

7d ago10:16

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As parents all over the country resume school routines and welcome back the structure that provides, others are facing the daily struggle of getting their children to eat a healthy breakfast, finish a lunchbox or join the dinner table.  But, how can you manage a fussy eater? To discuss, Claire McKenna is joined by Stephanie Fleming, whose daughter …

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Throwback Thursday: Steve Irwin, Sons of Anarchy, ATMs 9:32

7d ago9:32

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From Australian wildlife conservationist Steve Irwin’s tragic death, to Sweet Valley high hitting our screens. 98fm’s Ciaran O’Connor joins Claire McKenna to look back on pop culture history from this week. Image: FX

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Is it okay for artists to charge big for concerts? 22:31

7d ago22:31

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There has been a lot of controversy in recent days over the ticket prices for the upcoming Oasis Croke Park gigs. Standing ticket prices soared to over €400, and it has brought up big questions about the use of dynamic pricing. But, as Melanie Finn argues in the Irish Independent: in a world where nobody wants to pay for their music, can we begrudg…

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Do you think you could solve a murder? 9:10

8d ago9:10

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Have you ever watched an episode of Only Murders in the Building and thought you could do it yourself? Well you’re not alone... Apparently a third of us think we can solve crimes because we’ve seen it being done so much on TV! We have enough expertise from watching Midsummer Murders and Law and Order to do as good a job as any detective… right? Joi…

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Ask the Expert: Pensions

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For this week’s Ask the Expert, guest host Clare McKenna is joined by Paul Kenny, Ireland’s former Pensions Ombudsman and Course Leader with the Retirement Planning Council of Ireland to talk all things pensions, and answer your questions!

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Almost 2,400 allegations of abuse in religious-run schools 15:27

8d ago15:27

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A number of people who gave testimony to the inquiry into sexual abuse at religious schools in Ireland say they think a ‘pedophile ring’ was operating in certain schools. The inquiry revealed almost 2,400 allegations of sexual abuse of children in schools run by religious orders. There were 844 alleged abusers in over 300 schools run by 42 religiou…

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Success for Róisín Ní Riain and Orla Comerford at the Paralympics! 7:06

8d ago7:06

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It was a fantastic night for Ireland at the Paralympics in France yesterday as Róisín Ní Riain and Orla Comerford secured two bronze medals within 5 minutes of each other! Joining guest host Clare McKenna to discuss and celebrate the two achievements is Róisín’s father Seosamh O’Riain, Dave Hooper, PRO with Raheny Shamrocks and Jade Murphy, Head Co…

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Would you want a ‘workplace’ health check? 6:31

8d ago6:31

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How would you feel about a free workplace health check? In the UK, the NHS are rolling out health checks across several workplaces and are describing it as the ‘MOT’ for middle aged people. In doing so, it could stamp out waiting lists and save NHS time in the long run. But, should we consider doing the same here? Clare McKenna is joined by Janis M…

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Reasons to be Happy: Dog Rescue, Harry Styles, Gavin and Stacey 12:57

8d ago12:57

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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 guest host Clare McKenna in the studio to put a smile on your faces…

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How social media algorithms can promote misogynistic views 15:33

8d ago15:33

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Studies show that some teenage boys are being shown posts on TikTok featuring violence and promoting misogynistic views. In general, teenage girls are being recommended very different content based on their interests. Joining guest host Clare McKenna to discuss is Andrew Kaung, former Analyst on user safety at TikTok.…

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How I Live Well: Tai Chi 9:20

9d ago9:20

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This year on Lunchtime Live we’ve been looking at things that we can do in order to make ourselves that bit happier and healthier. This week, guest host Clare McKenna is joined by Niall O’Floinn, Owner of Chen Tai Chi in Galway to learn more about this martial art.

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The Pod Squad: Who Killed Emma? 14:11

9d ago14:11

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It’s time for the Pod Squad! Every week, we review a podcast to see if it’s worth your precious time or not! This week guest host Clare McKenna is joined by Newstalk’s Sue Murphy and Dave Hanratty of the ‘No More Encore’ podcast to talk about the BBC Scotland Podcast - ‘Who Killed Emma?’. Image: BBC Scotland…

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How Aslan performed with Coldplay in Croke Park! 9:47

9d ago9:47

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Aslan played with Coldplay in a surprise appearance last night in Croke Park. Coldplay included the band as a tribute to Christy Dignam. Christy passed away in June last year after a long battle with cancer. Aslan band member Billy McGuinness joins guest host Clare McKenna to discuss the experience and how it came about. Image: @coldplay on Instagr…

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Leinster House bike shed costs €355k - why?

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Kieran O'Donnell, the Minister with Responsibility for the Office of Public Works has demanded an immediate review around the construction of a new bike shelter at Leinster House which has cost €335,000. What do you make of this? Guest host Clare McKenna is joined by Green Party TD & Member of Public Accounts Committee Marc Ó Cathasaigh and more to…

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Is there enough protection for rugby players? 11:46

9d ago11:46

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Last night the documentary ‘Rugby on Trial’ aired on BBC One. It examined whether enough has been done to protect rugby players from the devastating impacts of concussions. And whether parents can be sure their children will be safe playing rugby at school. One of the people behind the documentary was Sam Peters from Concussed Media, and he joins C…

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Is this depiction of an Irish family ‘discriminatory’? 22:51

9d ago22:51

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The Department of Education has come under pressure to drop a Junior Cycle textbook containing ‘absurdly misconceived and discriminatory’ depictions of an Irish family. The book, which is part of the SPHE curriculum, contrasts a ‘traditional Irish family’ with another from a mixed background. The Irish family, depicted outside a thatched cottage an…

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Ask the GP with Dr Niall Breen 12:22

10d ago12:22

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Dr Niall Breen from the Portmarnock GP Clinic joined Clare McKenna to tackle your medical queries.

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Do we struggle to make decisions? 9:38

10d ago9:38

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From what to have for dinner to what to watch on TV, the typical adult apparently spends the equivalent of 23 days a year making decisions. Do you struggle to make decisions? Newstalk Reporter Josh Crosby took to the streets of Killarney to hear people’s thoughts, and guest host Clare McKenna is joined by Psychiatrist Brendan Kelly to discuss.…

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Is the school system ill-equipped for neurodivergent students? 18:16

10d ago18:16

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As children return to classrooms, the challenges facing some are more profound than others. Listener Hannah Daly has multiple neurodivergencies and joins Clare McKenna to discuss if the school system is ill-equipped for neurodivergent students? ADHD Coach Aoife Hughes also joins to discuss.

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E-scooters being sold advertising avoidance of safety laws

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An investigation shows that some outlets selling electric scooters are openly advising customers how easy it is to flout new safety laws. Safety precautions aren’t being fully explained to people looking to purchase these e-scooters. Guest host Clare McKenna is joined by Colin Baker, Managing Director of Back from the Future Tech Support, Cllr. Con…

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Gilligan’s Island: Cycling Greenways 8:51

10d ago8:51

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This is Lunchtime Live’s newest segment, Gilligan’s Island! Every Monday, we're going to explore this gorgeous island of ours and all that it has to offer. This week, guest host Clare McKenna is joined by Cian Ginty, Editor of Irish Cycle to talk about cycling around Ireland’s Greenways! Image: Discover Ireland…

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