LMFM Late Lunch

Ahead of the 15th Dip In The Nip, which takes place on September 13th; Karen Healy, Liz Summersby, Michaela Lanney, Jill Meegan and Carmel McCarthy all popped in for a chat to tee up the annual fundraiser for NECRET and the Oncology Unit at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's show with Gerry Kelly, the Dip in the Nip crew explained what it's all about, a preview in sport with David Sheehan, Wordfoolery and a campaign to highlight the value of veterinary nurses and much more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Best Dressed Woman at the Galway Races and finalist - both from Meath! Lisa Walsh and Kimberly Tino chat to Gerry on the Lite Lunch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's show, a mental health nurse shares her memoirs, what's with the best kisser of a dog? , can you kick high and side hustles. All this and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cleo Raemdonck lives in Meath and has been a mental health nurse for twenty years has published her Diaries of a Mental Health Nurse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Louise Maguire and Marita Lyons are devtees of the Hill of Tara and Mother Meera, Paul Callan and Kevin O'Brien told us about the wonderful Louth Disability Cycling Club, Mark Dearey from the Spirit Store paid tribute to his friend Glen Hansard, Sarah Jane Stanley related the story of her surviving domestic abuse, Selina Donnelly told of her passion for photography becoming her job and herbalist Pauline Caffrey enchanted Gerry with her remedies! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah Stanley talks about her journey to being a trauma life coach on Lite Lunch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lite Lunch tribute to the late Glen Hansard with friend Mark Deery, owner of Dundalk's Spirit Store, who knew him over 30 years Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why is the Hill of Tara so special and how can you be part of it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jason Corcoran's new book "Leaving Russia" makes for fascinating reading, following a close call Siobhan O'Neill-White fully supports the proposed new e-scooter legislation, Gerry took a walk with Ciaran De Buitlear through the restored Victorian walled garden in Stamullen, Enda O'Doherty espoused the merits of taking the alternative path in life, Aoife Martin from Marian Pilgrimages told of the desecration of the shrine at Medjugorje and Ciara Burke along with Steven Moore is starting up a Love on the Run initiative in Duleek for twenty something singletons! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To coincide with World Nature Conservation Day today, Gerry pays a visit to the restored Victorian Walled Garden in Stamullen in the company of Ciaran. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Motivational Speaker who plumbed the depths, gave up his teaching job to go the road less travelled which has proved inspirational! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Irish journalist who was living in Russia who has written a book on his experiences there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We marked Mayo's incredible All Ireland win yesterday as we spoke with Mayo men; Louth based Garda Sergeant Ronan Loftus, Navan Pharmacist Joe Staunton and Midwest Radio's Stephen Grealis. Boyne Valley International Film Festival Curator Frank Kelly popped in for a chat, Thomas Heffernan told us how his love of the Honda 50 began and endures, Navan Travel's Martin Skelly calmed matters around the continental wildfires and John Shanahan offered his opinion on the current state of play politically in the USA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sports journalist and commentator with Midwest Radio calls those final moments when his beloved Mayo end 75 years of heartbreak. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ahead of the Boyne Valley International Film Festival which boasts its best ever programme this year, its Director Frank pops in to tee up the lineup of movies and special guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rick picked up a Portuguese White and Argentinian Red from Quintessential Wines in Drogheda which he ran the rule over today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Kandan Loganathan is up for a significant award, Lorraine Heskin marks 20 years of her Gourmet Food Parlour, Rick Cronje selected more cracking wines, Eoghan Murphy explained what happens on the Dark Drogheda Walking Tour, David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action and Ellie Taylor delivered the laughs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Kandan Loganathan, who is the Pricipal Practitioner at the busy Hilltop Medical Practice in Drogheda joined Gerry as he is once more nomunated for the Patient's Choice Award at the GP Buddy Awards 2026! And you can vote for him at; www.gpbuddyawards.com/nominate Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maria Flynn from Ballymakenny Farm invited listeners to join her and dig their own spuds on Saturday, Mai McQuaid from Active Retirement Ireland made the case for a free shingles vaccine, we heard all about the great work undertaken by Drogheda & Northeast Samaratins, Antonia Daly brought us more great recommended reads and chef Tara Walker popped in with a beautiful tomato tart! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The unseen work of Drogheda & NE Samaritans from the perspective of people working in the service and the issues they have to deal with. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ciara Whyte who heads off next week to Hofstra University on a four year soccer scholarship popped in for a chat along with her dad John. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anne Frehill about her new novel, Boyne German Shepherd Club supporting Tullydonnell National School, Psychologist Shane Martin, Ciara Whyte heading for the USA on a soccer scholarship and Aoife McPartlin all about Hedgehogs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wildlife Matters with Aoife and on this occasion we're talking about Hedgehogs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Psychologist, Author and founder of Moodwatchers, Shane Martin from Monaghan, about his work, the issues most troubling people at the moment and his final Show at the Iontas theatre in Castleblayney. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hughie from The Boyne German Shepherd Dog Club is organising a Charity Dog Show and Exhibition for the new Playground at Scoil Naomh Colmcille, Tullydonnell, Togher where Anne Marie Forde is Principal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The gregarious Barbara Scully told of her dread of losing not one but three men she has intimate relationships with in her life! Niall Hatch from Birdwatch advised that despite the drought, we should not feed nor water garden birds. Legendary singer/songwriter Ralph McTell had a lovely chat with Gerry ahead of his forthcoming Irish tour. Louth County Board Chairman Sean McClean welcomed the support of the Goodman Foundation in naming the new stadium. And Eavan Daly from GSK took us through the findings of new research into what people believe about the debilitating condition shingles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eavan DalyCountry Medical Director at GSK Ireland on the research, symptoms and common misconceptions about Shingles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Louth Chairman Sean Mc Clean joined us to tell us about future developments at the new stadium & the naming of it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ralph McTell - coming to Northeast for a series of gigs . The Streets of London singer talks to Gerry about his career Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tracy Hanby on the surprise Script gig at the Central in Navan ahead of their appearance at Slane. Paddy Monaghan about the challenges facing Dundalk Dog Rescue which marks its 21st year at this time. Laura Armada is a very happy Spanish woman today! Sean Collins talked us through the life and times of the great Fenian John Boyle O'Reilly. Ciaran De Buitlear had lots of sound advice about caring for a garden in a prolonged dry spell. And jewellery maker Loretta O'Sullivan took in some of her beautiful creations ahead of the These Hands Art & Craft Fair at Tattersalls this coming weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meath based jeweller who is organising the From These Hands Art & Craft Fair at Tattersalls in aid of St Francis Hospice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Local historian Sean Collins is featuring some well and not so well known significant Figures In History from Meath and Louth - today it's John Boyle O'Reilly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ahead of International Ice Cream Day on Sunday, Caroline Smith and Charlotte Ridge know what it takes to serve up great ice cream! Drogheda Harbourmaster Captain Laurence Kirwan told why the replica Spanish Armada ship, the Nao Santa Maria, is visiting the port. Orla Drumgoole of Irish Mammy Cooks fame popped in for a chat and brought along one of her delicious bakes! Pat Neville Communications Manager with Coillte encouraged listeners to get out into the wonderful forests in the Northeast. David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action while we dipped into Peter Kay's repertoire for our Classic Comedy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Head of Operations at Dundalk Credit Union Adele Ward explained what's involved in achieving Financial Wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Orla Drumgoole the woman behind Irish mammy cooks, who after 35 years teaching at St Louie in Dundalk, has developed her passion for home cooking into a new a new career! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Captain Laurence Kirwan - The arrival of the Nao Santa Maria into Drogheda port as it arrived into Drogheda port today for the next few days Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is there another Dronehenge to be discovered in the Boyne Valley? Anthony Murphy from Mythical Ireland is confident! Skincare expert Eavanna Breen advised on taking care during this intense hot weather. Paddy Comyn from Done Deal Cars reviewed the new VW Passat estate and covered off the future of diesel, charging and the success of the latest scrappage scheme. Worth the wait - Ciara O'Connor's debut children's book "Skidderwolves". And Adele Ward from Dundalk Credit Union discussed Financial Wellbeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ciara O'Connor's debut children's book "Skidderwolves" is published after a decade in the making! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paddy Comyn from Done Deal Cars reviews the new VW Passat Stationwagon, looks at the future of diesel cars, etiquette in charging and the success of the latest scrappage scheme. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anthony Murphy from Mythical Ireland, who discovered Dronehenge eight years ago, believes there's another probale discovery thanks to this spell of very dry weather. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maria Macklin from House of Colour talks about the "beach body" and what and not to wear to work or the office in hot weather. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fr. Iggy O'Donovan returns to the Augustinian Church and Community in Drogheda, Kells student Elliot Morris is part of the Irish team set for the First Global Challenge in South Korea, following years of development Nicola Byrne's Risk Eye has the solution to dealing with online harm, Adrian Malone is passionate about building social inclusion and better mental health in Dundalk and Dr Kate McCann advised on dealing with Jellyfish and Weever fish stings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.