Late Lunch Best Bits & Features

In what was one of the first times she spoke extensively about the loss of her son Shane to a hit and run driver, Lucia O'Farrell joined Gerry Kelly in early March 2013 in what was a moving, emotional and powerful conversation, as a mother sought answers and justice for her only son. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the passing of legendary Meath commentator Brendan Cummins, we return to late September 2017 and the day he retired as LMFM Head of Sport, when he joined Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch to reflect on his life and career in broadcasting. There was also a surprise or two in store for Brendan, as some really special people dropped by to pay tribute to the great man! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On his first visit of the New Year to the Insomniac Gardener Rosie Maye's wonderful garden it's difficult for Gerry not to step on a Snowdrop! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's fifty years today, January 27th 2025, since the death of Mother Mary Martin, foundress of the Medical Missionaries of Mary, a dynamo of a woman, who achieved so much in her lifetime and whose legacy endures here in Ireland and around the world. To mark this special anniversary, Mother Mary is once more honoured with the unveiling of her new statue at Boyle O'Reilly in Drogheda, adjacent to the wonderful hospital she founded all those years ago. And to mark the occasion, we republish a documentary, written and produced by Gerry Kelly and first aired a decade ago in 2015, about the life of one of Ireland's truly great daughters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On August 9th 2011, Dickie Rock joined Gerry Kelly on his Late Lunch Show, for what turned out to be a compelling interview about his life and times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the eve of Halloween, Late Lunch Presenter Gerry Kelly pays a visit to Rockfield House near Kells, where he encountered spirits from the other world who wander about the house, especially at this time of year! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's early October and Rosie Maye's wonderful garden is in the throes of Autumn colour.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Annual Dip in the Nip took place in early September at a beach in the Northeast, when hundreds of women of all ages raced into the sea with not a stich on, to raise funds for the Northeast Cancer Research Trust and the Oncology Unit at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda. On the morning Gerry Kelly went along to capture the mood and wonderful atmosphere... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gerry enjoyed a late summer / early autumn soiree through Rosie Maye's wonderful garden where the hydrangea, dahlias and mediterranean collections certainly caught the eye! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just once on the airwaves, Jim Corcoran reflected on his life and times, when he dropped into LMFM and Gerry Kelly on his Late Lunch Show. With the great man's passing recently, here's that conversation from July 3rd 2017. Rest in Peace Jim.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The roses are in full bloom as Gerry pays his latest visit to Mullaghdillon House and Insomniac Gardener Rosie Maye! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gerry pays another visit to Rosie Maye's beautiful garden as the Summer blooms emerge with gusto! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Daffodil season in full swing, Gerry paid a visit to the Insomniac Gardener Rosie Maye's wonderful garden near Slane... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Presenter Gerry Kelly returns to Rosie Maye the Insomniac Gardener's wonderful garden near Slane, where the snowdrops are doing their thing in Spring 2024! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Taoiseach and Meath TD John Bruton sadly passed away earlier today. In remembering John, we go back to December 8th 2015, when on the publication of his book called Faith in Politics, the great man joined Gerry Kelly on his Late Lunch Show for a wide-ranging interview... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On his final visit of the year, Rosie Maye, the Insomniac Gardener, shows Gerry that if you look hard enough there's still much colour in her garden in the depths of winter! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Winter has descended on Rosie Maye's wonderful garden, yet the range of colours is still outstanding! Close your eyes, listen and let your imagination join us on a walkabout in Winter... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In early December 2023 Patrice Matthews joined Gerry Kelly on his Late Lunch Show not a year on from losing two of her sons PJ and Mikey to suicide within thirteen weeks of each other. What followed was an incredibly moving, touching and emotional story told by a mother still trying to come to terms with her immense loss. This is the extract from that interview that picked up one of the most prestigious awards on Irish Radio which is dedicated to the memory of both PJ and Mikey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Orlaith Carmody interviews Flor McCarthy, head of training for Women for Election on why more women are needed in Irish politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gerry pays an August visit to Rosie Maye's wonderful garden near Slane, where the Hydrangea are ruling the roost! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Special Feature on the Leinster Senior Football Final featuring; management duo Mickey Harte and Gavin Devlin, county chairman Peter Fitzpatrick, new stadium steering group member Ronan Lynch, former players Colm Nally and Paddy Keenan, Noel Stewart from sponsors Blackstone Motors and LMFM Louth match commentator Colm Corrigan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's May and Gerry returns to Rosie Maye's beautiful garden near Slane in Meath where early Summer's flowers, shrubs and trees are making their appearance! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen Breen, Crime Editor of The Irish Sun, talks about his newspaper's nine part true crime podcast about Ireland's most dangerous and notorious crime family as episode one goes live today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ahead of his Manchester United Legends appearance with Bryan Robson and Lee Sharpe at the TLT Theatre in Drogheda on Monday May 8th, Norman joined Gerry on Late Lunch where they talked all things footie! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the second of the series, Gerry pays a late March visit to Rosie Maye's beautiful garden, where in the space of weeks, much has already changed.. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Teresa and Derek Bellamy are onto something unique with children's books, which they customise for each individual child! Have a listen as the founders of "The Elephant's Trunk" publishing company explain who and what they are to Gerry on Late Lunch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rosie Maye, better known as the Insomniac Gardener, invited Gerry along to her magnificent garden near Slane, as her vast array of snowdrops and more besides deliver an early burst of joyous early spring colour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tara Walker takes on the Christmas table with a twist this time round.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On foot of Mayo GAA being refused permission by Croke Park to wear rainbow coloured numbers on their jerseys, Meath whistler David Gough believes his stance on LGBTQ+ issues without and within the Association has cost him top level refereeing assignments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Monday October 7th 2019, to coincide with the release of her powerful memoir "Overcoming", Vicky Phelan joined Gerry Kelly on his Late Lunch Show. Today on the passing of a most courageous woman and in tribute to her strength and fortitude we remember Vicky through her own words and thoughts. Condolences to her husband, children and family - May She Rest in Peace.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He's the man behind the butchers counter in Texaco Wilkinstown, who on Tuesday, decided to take time out in order to support his daughter Ella, who was playing a GAA match for Drumconrath National School Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here's some of the little ones we heard from previously.... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our own David Sheehan joined Gerry to discuss his new book “Dublin: Game Of My Life”. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Margaret Madden brings us her Book of the Month and more great recommendations besides... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

There's not much room, for messing up mushroom, when you listen to Tara Walker rustle up another of her favourite soups.... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A year on from fighting for his life, Meath GAA star Graham Geraghty, spoke to us for the first time about those days when his life was on the line.... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Tara Walker from East Coast Cookery School brings us another timely autumn/winter warmer in the guise of a beautiful Seafood Chowder - Yummy Yummy! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In an emotional interview Sheena Hattie recalls the short life of son Conor and the invaluable support she received from the Jack & Jill Foundation... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Following a smear test, Eileen Rushe had cell abnormalities, however, there were failures in her subsequent treatment which resulted in a cervical cancer diagnoses in late 2018. We spoke with Eileen on Late Lunch about her situation as she began treatment in January 2019 and this incredible woman joined us subsequently from time to time to speak about the highs and lows of her cancer journey. Our final conversation was just over a month ago as sadly Eileen passed away in recent days. As a tribute to her bravery in the face of adversity here's a compilation of those conversations with Eileen - May She Rest in Peace... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Early on the morning of Sunday November 1st 2020, a young mother stood on the Castlebellingham Flyover on the M1 Motorway about to jump. Bronwyn McLoughlin happened to be passing, stopped, intervened, saved her life but slipped away quietly as assistance and family members arrived on the scene. Receiving help subsequently and now feeling much better, she was desperate to make contact with the woman who she describes as her “Angel”. She called into LMFM looking to speak with Late Lunch Presenter Gerry Kelly which she did on the afternoon of Friday December 11th, hoping the woman in question would come forward. Over the weekend Bronwyn heard the podcast of the interview, contacted Gerry on Monday morning, also willing to come on air that afternoon and share her side of the story. The woman she saved also returned and the pair spoke for the first time since that fateful day six weeks previously, in a radio moment that will live long in the memory. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Abbie Gleeson's parents paid a builder over 35k to give their bubbly 7 year old Abbie who suffers with one of the worlds most rare conditions KCNQ2 a special room of her own. The builder left them with a room with mould and rising damp. The room is unsafe for anyone not least a 7 year old with these complications, today her parents have appealed for help to give Abbie the room she needs and deserves- Listen to the story here. To donate to give Abbie her special room click here http://gofund.me/65b4dc70-- See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Slav Vavro was thirteen when diagnosed with cancer, three years on following two trips abroad for specialist treatment his battle continues, having undergone another procedure here at home in Temple Street Hospital recently. Having met Slav and his mother Nadia back in 2018 and spoken to her subsequently, Gerry called Nadia for an update on her son's situation... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Long before his time Philip Heary Jnr went to meet his maker this week. A well known and loved man in Kells, Meath, the Northeast and beyond, the outpouring of grief and love for Philip bears testament to his universal popularity. In September 2019, following a prolonged stay in hospital and a life threatening battle with sepsis, Phillip joined Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch for what turned out to be an emotional conversation that offers an insight into the man that was Philip Heary - May he Rest in Eternal Peace... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.