Podcasts about late lunch

At the recent An Post Irish Book Awards "Great Irish Wives" was named History Book of the Year to the delight of its author Nicola Pierce, who popped into Late Lunch to reflect on an incredible year in her life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's show with Louise Walsh, we chatted Christmas traditions, comfort food, veterinary advice and an ongoing search for two missing people Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chef Tara Walker with lots of advice about preparing Christmas Dinner, Wordfoolery with Grace Tierney, Rick Cronje's wine recommendations and David Sheehan previewing the weekend's sporting action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's show with Louise Walsh, a 13 year old made a heartbreaking appeal after his 14 year old brother died from inhaling deodorant fumes. A new elf for children with autism. Find out how Trim Food Bank can help you and Christmas hope - one story of joy as a local woman beats her prognosis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Cooney twins describe the abuse they suffered from four years of age at the hands of Michael Griffin. PJ Norris and his crew of traveling wilburys are doing real good along the Boyne canal. Niall Hatch from Birdwatch Ireland joined us ahead of the commencement of this year's Irish Garden Bird Survey and Tony Toner had strong views on the need for instruction in road safety from a young age. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Superintendent Andrew Watters spoke about the need for all of us to play our part in road safety. Eddie Travers from Ardcath and Clonalvey's Dervila Bowler, who own Fraunces Tavern, the oldest bar in New York City, had a lovely chat with Gerry. Gerry also paid a visit to Sandpit National School where first-time author Emer Murray read her new book to a captive audience. While St Fechin's ladies roll on into an All Ireland semi-final, Orla McEvoy and Anna Redmond are focussed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laura Armada says goodbye to her Juice Works, Paddy Prendiville edits Phoenix magazine for the 41st year, Maria Macklin advises on Christmas Party Wear and David Carr has a cool idea to create family memories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cathy Keenan on what its like to lose a child in a road traffic accident, Perth based Cathal Mongey's idea for a new book series, we had an update from Elma Beirne about that house in Rathmolyon, Ireland's playoff for a World Cup place now known and comedian Al Porter had a word. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Declan Bailey's Black Friday technology bargains, Antonia Day's recommended reads, Gerry goes for a Hidden Hearing test, Sister Isabelle Smyth's AI explanatory and David Sheehan looks ahead to the weekend's sorting action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Antoinette Tyrrell said goodbye to the daily commute in Ireland for a new life working from home in Spain! Kathryn Thomas launches her new Podcast "Are We There Yet" today. Dr Kate McCann advised on men's health and overloading with sugary treats. And composer Michael Holohan's Mass of the Bells, commemorating the anniversaries of St Oliver Plunkett and Mother Mary Martin, is happening on Sunday next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fergal Finn and Dermot Muldoon said some lovely words about the young people who died in that horrific road crash on the Ardee/Dundalk road on Saturday. Elma Beirne faces losing €60K and her new home if the developer is liquidated. Erika McGann has four children's books out at the minute with Run Home Little Fox nominated for children's book of the year! And Brian Byrne brings his She Must Go show to the Solstice in Navan next Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tributes poured in on this afternoon's Late Lunch as Gerry spoke about the fatal road crash and was joined by Sean McDermott's Chairman Fergal Finn and Drumconrath businessman Dermot Muldoon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Things got toasty with listeners to Late Lunch! From Rave to Behave Sinead Burke's latest musings. A first novel from Frank Shouldice is being widely acclaimed. Aoife McPartlin figured out the life and times of our swans. David Sheehan brought us his sports preview and Alan Carr the laughs with classic comedy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch paid a visit to long-time Show sponsors Blackstone Motors Showrooms in Drogheda, where we spoke with owners Noel Stewart and Donal Waters, Paddy Comyn from Done Deal Motors, Louth's All Star Sam Mulroy, Louth ladies captain Aine Breen and her teammate Kate Flood and Louth senior mens's assistant manager Peter Dooley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On our visit to Late Lunch and Louth GAA sponsors Blackstone Motors Drogheda Showrooms, Louth senior men's Captain Sam Mulroy dropped by to reflect on a year that saw him lift the Leinster and Louth tiles with county and club Naomh Mairtin and become only the third Louth man to be an All Star! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Road Safety Advocate Michael O'Neill is once again organising an annual remembrance mass for road traffic accident victims. John McGahon is relishing his role as CEO of Dundalk Chamber. The youngest ever Councillor elected to Louth County Council Sionnain McCann featured in the Other Side of Politics today. While Pharmacist Kathy Maher has invited the SAFE mobile unit to Duleek this weekend with mental health firmly in focus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Navan's Meabh McMahon now Chief Anchor at Euronews, Kathleen Flavin's Foxford Cafe Cookbook has Gerry salivating, Ciara Lynch swapped Marketing for Dairy Farming and young Morgan Reilly's Wonky Pup Treats are selling like hot cakes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Late Lunch oozed energy as Arthur came calling with his wonderful first children's book, talked all things dancing and Kylie too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The wonderful Arthur Gourounlian, Lynsey Flanagan helping folk navigate the digital world, Hector's Irish Word a Day an David Sheehan's sports preview. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eimear Ni Bhraonain author of The Dodger DJ Carey and the Great Betrayal joined us, Carol Lennon featured today in The Other Side Of Politics, Judith Caffrey from Maynooth University advised on the CAO application process and Darragh McCullough was in sombre mood as avian flu wipes out an entire Turkey flock in Meath. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ahead of the Navan Racing Festival on November 15th&16th, we took the Show to Navan Racecourse this afternoon where we were joined by General Manager Ciaran Flynn and Marketing Executive Heather Downey. David Jennings from the Racing Post and Will Reilly of Bar One Racing. Course manager Donal Curtis had a word as did Race Committee members Jimmy Owens and Eimer Hannon. Maria Kelly from the Round "O" and Ian Hunt from the Cusack Hotel Group represented the hospitality sector.While our own Davy Rispin spoke about his love of sport and his 'We Are Meath' Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Historian Sean Collins enlightened us of the history of Drogheda's Cenotaph, 100 years since it was first unveiled. Mary Kenny reflected on the demise of Andrew formerly known as Prince! Andy Spearman entrusts his Drogheda Life into the assured care of Katie Kierans and Stefan White remembered his friend the late great Eugene Nudie Hughes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ejiro O'Hare Strattan and Bobby McCormack gave their thoughts on the arson attack on the IPAS accommodation centre in Drogheda. Kim O'Driscoll advised on minimising moth damage to stored clothing. Menopause specialist Rachel Graham, who has been named evoke.ie Nutritionist/Dietician of the Year, popped in for a catch-up with Gerry. And for the greater good Dr Darren Scully encouraged listens to report any side effects experienced from consuming medicines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Farmaphobia re-visited, Conlon's won't let another break in deflect from the bigger picture, Wordfoolery with Grace Tierney, Rick Cronje discovers a wine connoisseur's gem in Carrickmacross and David Sheehan delivered his verdict on the weekend's sporting action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mrs Smart Money, Kel Galavan advised on investing, Michael Fortune reflected on Halloween games & traditions and air pollution was the subject of the final episode of Ours To Protect. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gillian Keenan absolutely loves Halloween and it's obvious as she immerses herself, family and home into the spirit of the season. Ejiro O'Hare Stratton was Gerry's guest on the Other Side Of Politics. Richard Moeran knows the ins, outs, ups and downs of haunted Ross Castle. While Jean Marie Thompson can only hope and pray for family, friends and fellow citizens of hurricane ravaged Jamaica. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah Carey reflected on the election of Catherine Connolly as President and the fallout for Fianna Fail and Fine Gael. Andrew Milne, PRO of St Margaret's Celtic Supporters Club and editor of the club fanzine "More Than 90 Minutes", offered his thoughts on the sudden departure of manager Brendan Rodgers. Dr Sarah Cleary the Queen of Halloween told us that October 31st is her Christmas! With hurricane Melissa about to roar, Emeritus Professor John Sweeney is bound for COP30 in Brazil. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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'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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.