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Late Lunch Friday October 24th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 58:50


Brian McMahon popped in for a chat as his brilliant new retrospective exhibition "My Kind of Town" opens in Mo Chara in Dundalk. Antonia Daly of Antonia's Book Shop in Trim, incidentally Irish Book Award nominated Bookshop of the Year, brought us her latest reading recommendations. Sarah Ouellette Country Manager for Movember told us what the annual men's health campaign has achieved and it's aims for the future. David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action and we enjoyed a great laugh in the company of Katherine Tate's Nan! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Thursday October 23rd 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 61:10


The alarm clock bells were ringing on Late Lunch today! Money Doctor John Lowe offered his best advice on how to best secure a return on savings. Veterinarian Sinead Kelly answered a wide range of listeners questions. While TikTok tyre mechanic Jacob Donegan from Meath is doing Dinner With The Enemy on Virgin 1 TV. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Wednesday October 22nd 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 64:14


The irrepressible Barbara Scully who brings her one-woman show to the Tain Theatre in Dundalk illuminated the airwaves! Mary Sadlier, CEO of Coole Swan, is not impressed with the level of service she receives from her accounting, banking and internet suppliers. Siobhan O'Neill-White from mams.ie had lots of suggestions to while away time during the midterm break. Lorcan Farrell who's 4 needs a bone marrow transplant - his mammy Abbie told us his touching story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Tuesday October 21st 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 62:47


Consultant Tony O'Brien reflected on the Presidential PR debacle the campaign has been for Fianna Fail and Fine Gael. Kevin McCann's family orchards between Tullyallen and Slane are yielding bumper crops of Gala apples. Dr Kate McCann advised of preparing well for good health in late autumn and early winter. While Fr Paddy Rushe is looking for support for essential works at his ancient churches in Monasterboice parish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Monday October 20th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 65:59


Hector hits Australia and New Zealand with his new show on TG4 and there's so much to look forward to. The Other Side of Politics featured Suzanne Jamal today. Coleen Mannion is very happy with the restoration of her autism classes at Enfield community hub while Cathal Finegan is relieved he survived crashing into a deer on his motorbike. And Katie Melady's new song hits the high notes with Gerry! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brush Shiels at 80 - Or is it 18?

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 31:52


Ahead of his 80th birthday, the inimitable Brush Shiels and his best friend Sean Boylan, popped into Late Lunch to mark the great man's auspicious occasion! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Friday October 17th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 71:54


Entertainment par excellence in the company of Birthday Boy Brush Shiels and his best friend Sean Boylan. Julie Parte's Potting Shed Vintage brings a touch of class to any home and boy has this woman an eye for a hidden gem! Paddy Comyn from Done Deal Cars looked ahead to four new Toyota models and also focussed on the new urban speed limits. While David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Thursday October 16th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 64:09


On International Credit Union Day Late Lunch came live from Drogheda Credit Union who has a membership of 55,000 people. We heard from Deputy CEO Sarah McGee, Marketing Manager Patricia White and Chief Financial Officer Michael Ferguson. We were also joined by people who make Laurence Street what its is, Gloge Travel's Sandra Finegan, Peter Kirwan and Janette Reilly from Kirwan's Fish Cart, solicitor Paddy Goodwin and Aoife Ruane from the Highlanes Gallery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Wednesday October 15th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 65:54


His artistic talent and new daughter save Thomas Hendy from his downward spiral - what a storey! Aoife McPartlin demystifies the life of a bat, fashionista Maria Macklin does what she does best and footballer Megan Campbell talks retirement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thomas Hendy - The Art of Life's Turnaround

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 18:50


Thomas Hendy's life spiralled out of control as his drug addiction took hold. He spent years in and out of prison in Ireland and Liverpool, experienced homelessness until his youngest brother died and his beautiful daughter was born. He had such artistic talent which ultimately also paved the way towards a better life which he talked about to Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Megan Campbell Hangs Up Her Boots

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 9:41


The greatest women's footballer ever to emerge from the Northeast and one of our finest ever to don the Irish green jersey, also plying her trade with the likes of; Manchester City, Liverpool and Everton. Megan Campbell joined Gerry on Late Lunch having announced her retirement from professional football yesterday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Drogheda's West Street Out Dunne Again!

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 15:49


One of the oldest Dunnes Stores supermarkets in Ireland, on Drogheda's once "Golden Mile" West Street, is set to close imminently. It's another blow for the burgeoning town's main street which is now but a pale shadow of its glorious past. Anthony Murphy, spokesperson for Drogheda City Status and Dom Gradwell a long-time campaigner highlighting Derelict Drogheda had their say with Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Tuesday October 14th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 65:53


Another blow to the heart of Drogheda as Dunnes Stores tells staff it's closing its grocery store on West Street. Joan McCann has grown her Code Lab business which delivers coding classes to primary school children. Ann Marie and Mark Beggs are a fabulous couple who know from experience what's required to guide people diagnosed with dyslexia through education and beyond. And Marathon Man David Crosby has overcome so much adversity with his health to complete the Chicago Marathon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Crosby Marathon Man Extraordinaire

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 9:00


There's no stopping David Crosby from Meath Hill who, despite a double lung and kidney transplant, coming through an induced covid19 coma and beating skin cancer, completed the recent Chicago Marathon from where he spoke with Gerry on Tuesday's Late Lunch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Monday October 13th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 69:14


Baron of Dunsany Randal Plunkett joined us to reflect on aspects of his "Wild Thing" memoir. Gerry enjoyed a wander down memory lane with Showaddywaddy's original drummer Romeo Challenger as the bank mark 50 years on the road with a special concert at the TLT Theatre in Drogheda. It'd Fire Safety week and Alan Lawes recalled a near fatal blaze at his home in Navan. Ellen Rochford expressed annoyance at the ending of classes for people with autism, which her son attends, at Enfield Community Hub in Meath. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Friday October 10th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2025 62:23


Paul Reilly from Kilmessan believes no young player should have to choose between hurling and football. Young entrepreneur Bobbie Gamble is going places with his 17 Vending & Events business. Celebrity Chef Catherine Fulvio is doubling down on food waste ahead of her visit to Navan. David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action and we enjoyed classic comedy from the Golden Girls. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Thursday October 9th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 69:44


Julieanne Lynch wants answers about the circumstances around her daughter Kelly's death in Monaghan back in March 2024. Emer Toibin was our featured councillor in today's Other Side of Politics. Daniel Lambe is literally peddling his unique hand-made Lambriqs. And music journalist with Hotpress, Chloe Craft, is full of enthusiasm for Slane 2026 headline act, country music superstar Luke Combs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Wednesday October 8th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 71:01


Gail McEvoy took us through the implications of Budget 2026 for folk and we heard from the perspectives of; parents of college goers, hospitality and carers. Gerry had an interesting chat with Helen Dwyer and Jaimie Ronan from My Generation and Moods & Seasons at Southgate Shopping Centre outside Drogheda. And we heard from Diarmuid Mac Dhubhglais who was on board one of the vessels detained by the Israeli forces on its way to Gaza. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mattress Mick "Bouncing Back"

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 20:21


Michael Flynn aka Mattress Mick joined Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch to talk about his fascinating life & times which he has written about in his memoir "Bouncing Back". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Tuesday October 7th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 70:16


The one and only Mattress Mick popped in for a lovely chat about his memoir "Bouncing Back". Pharmacist Kathy Maher advised on the flu, covid19 & pneumonia vaccines and dealing with chicken pox in children. Live wire Aindrais De Stack who lived without electricity for a year and coped is bringing his eclectic one-man show to the Northeast. And Fr. Brendan Callanan set the scene for the largest festival of faith in Ireland - St Gerard's Novena in Dundalk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Monday October 6th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 73:54


Sarah Carey brought her wisdom to bear on the shock exit of Jim Gavin from the Presidential race. Author Patricia Scanlan talked about her being an Ambassador for the Irish Cancer Society for breast cancer month. Bryan Lynch was in fine form as he reflected on thirty years in the salad and sauce business. While we remembered the late great Manchan Magan who died all too young on Friday last. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Thursday October 2nd 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 70:33


Anne Marie Ford was our featured guest on the Other Side of Politics today. Samantha Forrest's nifty idea to help with little fussy eaters has really taken off. Mark Smith who decorated the Spire of Lloyd in Kells for the Traitors had a word and what a lovely story as Adas Rakauskas returns the shoe box favour to others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Wednesday October 1st 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 67:11


Anti social behaviour prevalent in Meath and Louth as the Halloween mayhem unfolds. Sibeal releases her haunting new single which is the soundtrack to a new Irish movie. Women in Business in focus as National Women's Enterprise Day looms. And the Victory family are cock a hoop as St.Mary's Donore bridge a forty-six year gap. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Tuesday September 30th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 72:51


Dr Harry Barry's final book sees him reflect on his own life in a compelling read. Jacinta Walsh, co-founder of Abacas Special School, paid tribute to the O'Connor family who were slain at their home in mid-Louth yesterday. Kayleigh Mulligan is looking for placements as a whole new crop of young volunteers emerge in Louth and David Gorman remembered his late brother Keith who succumbed to pancreatic cancer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Monday September 29th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 66:46


Michael McNaughton, Director of the Insolvency Service of Ireland, advised on dealing with debt. Gina Daly told us why she loves her new Monsieur Cuisine Smart Kitchen appliance. Amie Dyer and David Corr have combined their wonderful vocal talents, bringing their Sonairi Recital to Drogheda. While former Ryder Cup Vice Captain Des Smyth, reflected on Europe's exhilarating win over the USA in New York. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Late Lunch Friday, September 26th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 60:56


On today's show with Louise Walsh, we talked wine, wordfoolery, sport and why young people have lost the art of the phone conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Late Lunch Thursday September 25th

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 62:24


On today's show with Louise Walsh, we had the latest in the series of Ours To Protect, we talked UPFs and Noel Williamson urged people to get health checks after he died for four minutes after suffering a heart attack on the track Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Late Lunch, Wednesday September 24th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 62:50


On today's show with Louise Walsh, Emma Duff told of her training to provide spa treatments for cancer patients, Lisa Keenan talks about a new way to auction cattle from TB restricted herds online, Sinead Kelly saved the day with pet advice and a Navan family are holding a darts marathon for a very special cause Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Late Lunch Tuesday September 23rd, 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 63:28


On today's show with Louise Walsh, Ashbourne man Trevor Macken talked about his struggles with addiction and mental health and how he has turned his life around, Navan's 21 club is back, the Irish speaking wedding celebrant and a young DJ who has signed with a record label Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Monday September 22nd 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 63:08


On today's show with Louise Walsh, a heartbroken mother calls for a safety risk assessment at a lake which claimed her son's life. Two women share how they lost over eight stone between them. A local butchers wants to make take in the new take out . How a business is renting furniture for events and a local man who saved a shark at the weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Late Lunch Friday September 19th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2025 71:26


The Other Side of Politics featured Caroline O'Reilly today, Antonia Daly joined us as our Book Reviewer, Paddy Comyn returned as our Motoring Expert and David Sheehan brought us his usual first class preview of the weekend's sporting action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Thursday September 18th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 66:46


Eoin O'Malley took us back to the halcyon days of politics when Charlie Haughey and Garret Fitzgerald took turns to rule the roost. Aoife McPartlin said adios to our swifts, swallows and martins for another year. Ita Marmion, Joan Gilmore and Joy Daly, who are part of a legendary charity fundraising team, are all set for their annual coffee morning at Swans Curragha. While James Coffey is chuffed with the CMAT mural on the gable of his Ardu Coffee Shop in Dunboyne! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Wednesday September 17th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 64:14


Aviator and Professor Jim Bishop explained that the heat has been taken out of the situation on the ground following the assassination of Charlie Kirk but deep divisions fuelled by untruths prevail in the USA. Sophie Morris, who is on a winner with her new book Sophie's Swaps, had a great chat with Gerry. Peter Kavanagh, marking forty years at his pharmacy business in Dunshaughlin, reflected on a career milestone. And Shane Holland told of his "History of the Future" exhibition in Duleek for Culture Night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Tuesday September 16th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 65:58


The new Marquis Conyngham Alex, joined us for the first time since the death of his father Henry, as he assumes the title and responsibilities at Slane Castle. Matchmaker Mairead Loughman is confident of finding love for farmers at the ploughing championships. Gerry McDonnell from Harp Renewables has the perfect solution for food waste and Fr. Joe McGrath loves to belt out a song at wedding ceremonies! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Monday September 15th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 70:34


Declan Bailey took us through the features of the new iPhone 17 and Apple suite of products. Annmarie O'Connor inspired us as she spoke about her memoir called "Twitch" about being diagnosed with early onset Parkinson's disease. Soroptimists Margaret Geraghty and Fiona Matthews told us about their campaign around human trafficking and Alan Doherty gave a shout out to carers to join the new Dun Croi choir. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Friday September 12th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 64:33


It's mushroom hunting season and mycologist Bill O'Dea knows his mush from his shrooms! The Murphy's, Owen and Anthony, spoke in glowing terms about the forthcoming Boyne Valley Walking Festival. House of Colour's Maria Macklin had lots of advice on autumn fashion and second hand September. David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action and we enjoyed a laugh with the inimitable Lee Mack! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Thursday September 11th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 69:15


The Other Side of Politics with Maeve Yore, Vet of the Year Daniella Heekes, Dr Kate McCann on ageing well and Jack Kavanagh completes a marathon challenge for Spinal Injuries Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Wednesday September 10th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 67:45


Drogheda Dolls founder Natalie Kelly says the show goes on despite the closure of the Dolls House. Financial advisor Sean Matthews covered off pensions, Dermot McElroy advised on solar panels and retrofitting homes while Nicky Kyle set out our gardening tasks for September. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Tuesday September 9th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 65:08


Ambrose Clinton brought his renowned expertise to bear on hair loss and care, Irene Gahan is marking a decade of her Drogheda Grinds Academy, Suzie Higgie brings her songs and music to Dundalk to remember Conway Savage and Aine Farrelly told us about their canned milk business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Monday September 8th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 65:44


Nicole Gaule told the heart breaking story of her niece Emily's situation, Mick Hughes is recognised for his support of Ukraine, Gerry brought us back to yesterday's Dip in the Nip Northeast, we heard what's available at Four Swan's Therapy and Deirdre McCormack explained the rebranding of the business park in Ardee. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Friday September 5th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 70:16


Jim Bishop despairs about his beloved USA, author Andrew 'OConnor is back with a brilliant new book, Tony Kierans carries on the family motoring tradition and David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Thursday September 4th 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 64:47


Catching up with former Green Party leader Eamon Ryan, Solene Scherrer on dealing with unwanted clothing, autumn in Rosie Maye's wonderful garden and Mary Ann Gosling brings the European Council of Grandmothers to Dundalk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch Monday September 1st 2025

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 67:18


Bagatelle's Ken Doyle on the unveiling of a commemorative bench to Liam Reilly and John O'Brien. Laura Armada about the toxic overload we're all bombarded with daily and the alternatives. Leo Reilly's Machu Picchu challenge for MND and Jack Kavanagh giving it his all for Spinal Injuries Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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