Highlights from Lunchtime Live

For this week's Ask the Expert, Andrea is joined by Graeme McQueen, Media Relations Manager with the DAA, to answer any of your questions about navigating Dublin Airport!

Duncan Tout, a carpenter, has given up his job to become his dog's social media manager. Yes, you heard that correctly!Duncan joins Andrea to talk about TJ the French Bulldog.

Based on yesterday's conversation on the show about widowhood, and the different experiences of it, Andrea is joined by more listeners to hear their stories…

Moya Brennan, best known as the lead singer of the Grammy and BAFTA-winning group Clannad, passed away yesterday at the age of 73…Joining Andrea to look back on her legacy is Sean from Leo's Tavern in Donegal Musician Brian Kennedy, Noel Cunningham, former Donegal Person of the Year and Kathryn Mason, Publicist for Moya's first two solo albums.

Katie Gallagher, Spin News Anchor, has her finger on the pulse for what's happening and she joins Andrea with the things you don't want to miss this week!Image: A24

Sinn Féin has called for a vote of no confidence in response to the government's handling of the ongoing fuel crisis. With growing criticism over official statements about the protests, many people across Ireland feel their concerns are not being fully heard or addressed by those in power.So, do you support the current government's approach, or do you agree with Sinn Féin's call for a vote of no confidence?Joining Andrea to discuss is Jason Cullen from the Dublin Commuter Coalition, Newstalk's Political Correspondent Seán Defoe and listeners.

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

Does your email address make you cringe? Or have you abandoned your teenage hotmail account in favour of a more professional gmail one?Well, Gmail has announced a new feature allowing people to finally change their email address. Elaine Burke, host of the ‘For Tech's Sake' podcast joins Andrea to discuss!

“I loved my hus­band dearly, but I admit what few dare to: I'm hap­pier as a widow” - a strong statement from Psychologist, author and speaker Tabby Kerwin.She joins Andrea to share her experience of widowhood, as well as Venita Quick, Broadcaster and host of the ‘Grief Pod' podcast and Kathie Stritch, Founder of Grief Ireland.

After a worrying day on Saturday, Rory McIlroy held his nerve to retain the green jacket at Augusta!Fionn Davenport, Presenter of Golf weekly on Off the Ball joins Andrea to discuss the win, as well as David O'Donovan, General Manager with County Sligo Golf Club and Anne Marie Kennedy, High Performance Psychologist.Image: Reuters

Welcome to The Pod Squad!We review podcasts every week so you always have something new to listen to.Laura Donnelly from the Newstalk Newsroom and Newstalk's Rory Galvin join Andrea Gilligan to review the new Serial series: ‘The Idiot'!Image: New York Times

With more of the fuel protests winding down around the country, whether peacefully or through Garda intervention - are you satisfied with the new Government package of measures? Or, is there more needed?Joining Andrea to discuss is Farmer and President of the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers Association, Denis Drennan, as well as listeners.

For this week's Ask Me Anything, Genealogist and Census Expert Fiona Fitzsimons joins Andrea to answer any of your questions!

Paddy Smyth who you might know as ‘My Disabled Life' on social media joins Andrea to share a shocking story, where someone accused him of faking his disability…

It is day four of the nationwide fuel protests - and it looks like things are holding firm. How have you been impacted, what is traffic like, and do you agree with the protestors?Andrea is joined by business owners, listeners and more to discuss. Newstalk's Political Correspondent Seán Defoe also joins to discuss what we know ahead of today's meetings between protest representatives and the Government.

Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joined Andrea with a roundup of some of the stories from across the country this week.

As we are in the third day of the national fuel protests, and disruptions continue across the country: do you support what's happening? Has your opinion changed since it started?Andrea is joined by listeners to get their thoughts…

From putting them up to how you dress them - what's the best way to handle shelves in your home?The Home Squad are here to discuss all things shelving!Joining Andrea to discuss is Jenny Sheehan, Irish Examiner Columnist and former winner of ‘Home of the Year' (@workerscottage on Instagram) and Eoin Kavanagh from the DIY Academy.

We've decided to do a deep dive on some of our favourite albums to explore the stories behind them.What did the artists really think of each other? Where did the inspirations from the songs come from?Joining Andrea to discuss is Alan Buckley from the Irish Rock ‘N' Roll Museum Experience, who's going to talk through the Talking Heads concert film ‘Stop Making Sense'!

It is now the third day of the national fuel protest. Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan announced that he has asked the Defence Forces to assist the Gardaí, and that the Gardaí are now moving to an “enforcement” phase.Andrea went down to O'Connell Street to speak with some of the protestors to hear what they have to say…

Andrea's guest was left reeling after being given a mortgage-protection quote of €290 per month.Konstantina Kalliontzi was diagnosed with non-Hodgkinds Lymphoma six years ago, but has since had a full recovery. Should we have the Right to be Forgotten legislation be passed to avoid situations like this one?Konstantina joins to discuss, as well as Steve Dempsey, Director of Advocacy and Communications for the Irish Cancer Society and Trevor Grant, Chairperson of the Irish Mortgage Advisors.

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.Ciara Treacy from the Newstalk Digital Team joined Andrea in the studio to put a smile on your faces!

The 'People of Ireland Against Fuel Prices Protest' group has announced a third day of disruption tomorrow on its social media pages. The protest has continued on from yesterday, with protestors blocking roads such as O'Connell Street with tractors, causing major disruptions for commuters.Do you support the protest, and how are you affected by the disruptions?Andrea is joined by Spokesperson for the Fuels Protest, James Geoghan, as well as listeners, to discuss.

Every Wednesday afternoon, we'll be talking Making Babies.Andrea will be joined by Professor Shane Higgins, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, to cover every area of trying to have a baby. From the very start of knowing how to prepare, right up to pregnancy – and all the bumps in the road in between.This week, Shane joins Andrea to discuss everything you need to know when it comes to labour.

Ahead of the Masters, Rory McIlroy was busy planning the menu for the Champs dinner, but comments he made in relation to wanting to enjoy the meal and not making it more Irish have caused a stir...He said, "People keep asking me, 'Why didn't you go more Irish?' And I said, ‘Because I want to enjoy the dinner as well'”...So, does Irish food have a bad reputation, and is it justified?Joining Andrea to discuss is JP McMahon, Chef and Restaurateur.

For this week's Ask the Expert, Andrea is joined by Joey Donnelly from Crofton Motors to answer any of your mechanic questions!

The Green Party and People Before Profit have called on the Government to consider adding more bank holidays. It comes as the country currently enjoys ten bank holidays a year, which is far less than the European average of 13 long weekends…We want to know, should we introduce more bank holiday weekends and if so, when would you like to see them?Joining Andrea to discuss is Green Party Cllr, Janet Horner, Patrick Scanlon from HR Buddy and more.

Almost three-quarters of parents with children in single-sex schools said they would like to see those schools transition to coeducational while 40% of people said they'd prefer schools to be non-denominational.So what kind of school do you want your child to go to?Joining Andrea to discuss is Simon Lewis, Principal and host of the ‘If I was Minister for Education' podcast, Lisa O'Sullivan Shaw (@modernirishmom on Instagram) and listeners.

TV Chef, Author and podcaster Donal Skehan is an ambassador for this year's PTSB Ideal Home Show, and what better man having moved five times in five years!He joins Andrea to discuss!

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 John Belton, Head Coach and owner of No. 17 PT to discuss Tryka, a newer way to push your fitness.

Fuel protests are taking place all over the country today, with thousands of motorists taking part in a slow convoy to Dublin's city centre over the current price of fuel. How does this impact those commuting?Joining Andrea to discuss is Newstalk Reporter Josh Crosbie, Dublin Bus Spokesperson Blake Boland, Transport Commentator Conor Faughnan and more.

Do you decorate your house for Easter? And if so, how do you do it without being tacky?This week, the Home Squad are here to discuss Easter decorations!Joining Andrea to discuss is Jenny Sheehan, Irish Examiner Columnist and former winner of ‘Home of the Year' (@workerscottage on Instagram) and Tanya Neufeld Flanagan, Interior Designer and host of ‘The Interiors Podcast'.

The UK is looking to introduce a ‘National Pothole Patrol' in which road repair machines will be available to tackle any potholes reported to the council. With many people furious at the state of Irish roads, do we need to introduce something similar across the country?What are the potholes like in your area?Listener Ellen got in touch with the show, and joins Andrea to discuss.

While out walking, a dog ran out at Sinéad, Co-Founder of Intuitive Eating Hub & Healthy Habits Hub, barking and scared the life out of her.It begs the question: should dogs be allowed to go off their leads in public?Sinéad joins Andrea to discuss, as well as Suzi Walsh, Animal Behaviourist and listeners.

Listener Jack sent the show an email about serious overpacking on his train route from Westport to Dublin, and how if there was an emergency, things could go very wrong…He joins Andrea to discuss his experience.

We've decided to do a deep dive on some of our favourite albums to explore the stories behind them.What did the artists really think of each other? Where did the inspirations from the songs come from?Joining Andrea to discuss is Alan Buckley from the Irish Rock ‘N' Roll Museum Experience, who's going to talk through the life and work of Mary Black!

With transport being a massive issue in rural areas, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has announced a series of enhancements to the Local Area Hackney (LAH) license. The Local Area Hackney is a specialized license designed to improve transport options in rural communities.Would you be in favor of something like this, or would it have an impact on taxi drivers?Andrea is joined by listeners to discuss.

Calls have been made for the Connacht Football Association to review how it schedules its fixtures. This is after Real Tubber FC had to pull out of the under 18 Girls Connacht Final, because it clashed with multiple players having to do their Leaving Cert oral exams.Joining Andrea to discuss this is Louise Kilbane, who is involved with the team, and one of their players, Emma.

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.98FM's Cathal O'Sullivan joined Andrea in the studio to put a smile on your faces…

Yesterday on the show, we heard from our callers about the lack of public toilets in towns and cities across the country. One listener got in touch to express his frustration with regards to the lack of family toilets anywhere. John has three young girls and finds it difficult to bring them to the toilet when out in public…He joins Andrea to discuss, as well as Barry Ward, Fine Gael TD for Dun Laoghaire, Comedian Steve Cummins and listeners.

Every Wednesday afternoon, we'll be talking Making Babies.Andrea will be joined by Professor Shane Higgins, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, to cover every area of trying to have a baby. From the very start of knowing how to prepare, right up to pregnancy – and all the bumps in the road in between.This week, Shane joins Andrea to discuss pain relief options during pregnancy.

We all scroll on our phones, but how can you tell whether the advice shared online is real or coming wrong?As a viral post sharing a cancer detecting pregnancy test is debunked, Andrea is joined by Laura Dowling, known as the ‘Fabulous Pharmacist' online…