Live95 Limerick Today Podcasts

Joe is joined by a number of guests from Live95's charity partners, Down Syndrome Limerick, as they reveal the amount raised across the campaign. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe is joined by Traitors star Paudie Moloney, comedian Pat Shortt, pilates instructor Grace Fitzgerald and Limerick author Roisin Meaney for a Christmas Eve chat that's full of laughs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe is joined by Live95's Anne Marie Geraghty, Caleb Brennan and Emma Dineen as they give some Christmas-themed recommendations for your small screen viewing this festive season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We hear from the big man himself, along with the Croom National School choir. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Live95's Lauren Beirne spoke to passengers and their families as they arrived at Shannon Airport for the Christmas season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe is joined by Limerick Today producer Anne Marie to reflect on some humorous moments from the show in 2025 and in years gone by. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe is joined by Seán Golden, Director of Policy with Limerick Chamber, to discuss the Chamber calling for a more permanent, high-visibility policing model for Limerick city centre, similar to the one recently announced for Cork. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe is joined by Limerick Minister Patrick O'Donovan to talk about a number of things before Christmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe is joined by Shannon Hogan O'Brien and Jacqueline Hogan, who are members of the choir, and Sarah Alley, the choir director and music therapist, to discuss the Corpus Christi Community Choir at UL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Live95's Anne Marie Geraghty spoke to Limerick-based psychotherapist Sylwia Kuchenna to discuss dealing with family issues over Christmas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe is joined by Dr Daryl Butler, paediatric respiratory consultant at UHL, to discuss serious concerns this year surrounding flu and RSV. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Limerick County IFA Chair Louise Crowley joins Joe as she discusses her trip to Brussels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe is joined by HSE REO Sandra Broderick to discuss the government announcement on the future of UHL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fran O'Donnell joins Joe to discuss 21 years of Limerick on Ice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe is joined by Sr Helen Culhane, founder of the Limerick Grief Centre, Declan Hughes from We Are Travel and Cathal McCarthy of the ICMSA to discuss some of the big stories of the week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe is joined by Craig Power, Night Time Economy Advisor, and Steven Cuneen from Treaty City Brewery to discuss the Treaty City Christmas Fair. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe is joined by Michelle, a parent and Eric, a teacher, to discuss "Do we need to get a gift for the teacher?" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe is joined by Sean Kelly, MEP for Ireland South and Robert Whelan, Managing Director of Rockwell Finance, as they discuss how electricity bills in Ireland are set to rise as significant investment is planned to modernise the country's grid and prepare for the future of energy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe is joined by Vice Principal of the Model School, Jean Halpin, and Garda Martyn Wallace to discuss an internet safety event organised by the Model School, informing parents about the dangers of the internet and how parents can keep their kids safe online. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe is joined by Live95's Anne Marie Geraghty, Caleb Brennan and Emma Dineen to discuss their picks for small screen viewing this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Minister Patrick O'Donovan spoke with Live95's own Gillian Devlin about the announcement for the future of University Hospital Limerick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Limerick Labour TD Conor Sheehan reacts to the government announcement on the future of UHL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe is joined by Kieran O'Donnell, Fine Gael Minister of State for Older People and Housing, Sinn Féin TD Maurice Quinlivan, and Fianna Fáil's Niall Collins, Minister of State at the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration to discuss confirmed plans to expand acute bed capacity at UHL, develop a second site nearby, and progress a brand-new hospital for the Mid-West region. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Christmas shopping in full swing, more people are turning to regifting, vintage and second-hand gifts as a way to save money and cut down on waste.Today, Joe was joined by David Irwin, owner of Lucky Lane, and Eva Maria Ryan of The Vintage Gem Store and the Antique Loft in the Milk Market to discuss gifting second-hand presents this holiday season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, Joe was joined by Gearóid McCarthy - an Irish singer and musician from Foynes, County Limerick, who has just released his first studio album, ‘Tip of the Hat.'His success began with RTÉ's Class Act and The All-Ireland Talent Show with West Limerick band 'Mad For Road'. His music now reaches as far as Australia and Canada, bringing Irish music across the globe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christmas is one of the busiest and most expensive times of the year for food shopping, and it's also when households tend to waste the most, with an average of €60 worth of waste per month. Today, Joe was joined by Odile Le Bolloch from Stop Food Waste to help people in Limerick save money and cut down on festive food waste. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There has been a huge increase in the prescribing of Ozempic, with a record amount of public health spending this year. Public health spending on Ozempic is expected to hit a record €60m this year, and concern is being raised about the rise in use of the drug to aid weight loss. Today, Joe was joined by Limerick Pharmacist Rebecca Barry and Labour TD Conor Sheehan, to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

CEO of ALONE, Seán Moynihan and clinical psychologist Tara Logan Buckley join Joe to talk about how loneliness affects both young and old during the holidays. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celia Holman Lee joins Live 95's Anne Marie to share her top tips for staying stylish this festive season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Darragh Bourke from the Big Bark Dog podcast joins Joe to talk about a bill being brought before the Dáil to restrict dog breeding in Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Wall, Chair of the HSE Mid West Patient and Service User Council, joins Joe to talk about the best way forward for Mid West healthcare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Irish country music star and fairy godmother Cliona Hagan talks to Live 95's Tara Byrne about UHL's Christmas panto, Cinderella. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chef Tom Flavin joins Joe to share advice on what to get for your Christmas dinner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe is joined by Live 95's Tara Byrne, friend of the show Jacinta Khan and Limerick sporting legend Jackie McCarthy O'Brien for a coffee break chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, Joe was joined by master impressionist and comedian Mario Rosenstock, who will be stopping off at the Lime Tree Theatre next March 7th on his 2026 tour of Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As we approach Christmas, a time of family and gathering, it can also amplify the pain for those who are missing a loved one. The grief is often compounded when that loss is sudden, and devastating.Today, Anne-Marie spoke to Sabrina Moloney, a mum from Limerick, who has bravely chosen to share her experience following the tragic loss of her son to suicide.In this deeply personal and honest conversation with Anne Marie, Sabrina doesn't just share her story of life after loss; she offers a powerful voice for change. She speaks about the difficult attitudes surrounding suicide, and offers candid advice to anyone listening who may be struggling, and shares her frustration with how vulnerable individuals are handled by authorities.Crucially, Sabrina is advocating for systemic support, a nationwide network of readily available crisis teams to prevent future tragedies.This is her story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Live 95's Tara Byrne, Anne Marie Geraghty, and Emma Dineen join Joe to give their small-screen recommendations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zara Power, Limerick City and County Council, and Sabina and Kristian Schnittger-Saar of Irish Dresden Dromcollogher join Joe to discuss how their work will be featured in an upcoming exhibition at Limerick Museum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brian Lyons, MD of Clean Ireland Recycling, joins Joe to share some safety advice on a fire hazard that starts in your own wheelie bin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

CEO of Guaranteed Irish, Brid O'Connell, joins Joe to talk about buying the best products to benefit the life of your community this Christmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Limerick-based makeup artist Jammy Lewks joins Joe to talk about festive makeup looks for Christmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Breda Cosgrove, consultant in public health medicine, joins Joe to give an update on flu in the Mid West region. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Live 95's Luke Liddy, Colm Kinsella Sports Editor of the Limerick Leader, and our soccer correspondent Mike Ahern join Joe to talk about the weekend sport. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's Coffee Break, Joe was joined by Addiction Counsellor Michael Guerin, University Lecturer Eleanor McSherry and Orla Ahern from Ahern Nurseries.They chatted about airport mishaps, new bank notes, the Late Late Toy Show, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the time of the year for the office Christmas party and chatting to Joe today about how to enjoy the night without waking up on Monday with an HR induced headache was Head of Services at Peninsula HR, Leanne Connolly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, Joe was joined by Live95's Luke Liddy, Mike Ahern, and Tom Savage of the Three Red Kings to discuss all the latest sporting action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Damien Dempsey is back in Limerick next week, bringing his powerful voice and raw storytelling to the Big Top.He joined Joe today to talk all about his upcoming gig. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rising Minds programme has launched in Limerick, with CBS Sexton Street, Limerick Educate Together Secondary School and Laurel Hill Coláiste all taking part. It's a new initiative from A Lust for Life, and it aims to equip young people with practical tools for mental fitness.Today, Joe was joined by teacher Paula Mullins from CBS Sexton Street, and Ciara O'Connor Walsh, Creative Director with A Lust for Life to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Research shows that for every €20 spent with a Guaranteed Irish business, €30 is reinvested back into the Irish economy. Limerick woman Bríd O'Connell, CEO of Guaranteed Irish, joined Joe this morning as they encourage people to buy Irish this Christmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every year, NOVAS invites people across Limerick to come together for their Christmas Sleepout, an event that shines a light on the realities of homelessness and raises vital funds for frontline services. This year, the need is greater than ever with homelessness figures unfortunately at record highs. Today, Joe was joined by Una Burns, Head of Advocacy and Communications at NOVAS to tell us more about the event and generally about the homeless situation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Government has approved a six-month pilot programme that will see 128 frontline Gardaí equipped with tasers for the first time. The trial will run in Dublin Central, Waterford, and Kilkenny, and only Gardaí already using body-worn cameras will participate.Today Joe was joined by Declan Higgins, President of the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.