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Meath teacher Brigid Smith in Ardee school teaching Louth Leinster Champions, Louth teacher & candle maker with an offer for Wee County supporters only, Feileacain Dads coming together in sport, comedy fro Dame Edna and David Sheehan's preview of the weekend's sporting action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Carlow Weather's Alan O'Reilly predicted a dry spell of at least ten days, Louth GAA analyst Declan Byrne reflected on the county's first under 20 Leinster title in forty-four years, Roger Hudson looked forward to his forthcoming exhibition of art, music & poetry and Ken Treanor Sang for his Supper! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On today's Late Lunch with Louise Walsh, a grieving young woman appealed to motorists never to drink drive after she tragically lost her sister in a car accident last year. We heard what Meath Co Council's Eco-Chic initiative is all about. Ablefest is moving venue and does your town have its own fridge magnet? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On today's Late Lunch with Louise Walsh, Val Troy is looking for Irish Funny Women! An Ashbourne man has devised a new Maths app for all, Bagatelle were in the house and the 32 year old goldfish living in a barrel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nostalgia abounded on Late Lunch today as we were reminded of the hospitality hotspots of yesteryear by our listeners! Dr Susan Kent's ArrowHealth is set to fulfil an important role in healthcare. Stalwart supporters Marie Lynch and Jacksie Kiernan had the banter about the forthcoming Meath/Louth Leinster football final. And Niall Hatch from Birdwatch Ireland welcomed the arrival of the Cuckoo! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chelsea Farrell and James Barham, who became a couple during the shooting of the recent series of Love Triangle on e4, revealed they're now expecting a baby together! Grace Tierney just loves fooling around with words, Rick Cronje brought us his latest wonderful wine recommendations and David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Astronomer Dr Eamonn Ansbro believes there's intelligent life about the Earth never mind millions of miles away. Irene Gahan brought us her latest recommended reads. IPAV Novice Auctioneer winner Sean Mc Redmond dropped in for a chat and Patrick Connolly Sang for his Supper all the way from Scotland! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What an incredible young man is Rowan O'Neill who is dealing with tough chemotherapy and DJing his way to the top of a profession he absolutely loves! Tommy Victory's life story in music and faith is fascinating but he really wants his precious Les Paul guitar returned. Rebecca Griffin and Sophia Whelan are Rock & Soul Sisters in so many ways. While Sophie Reilly is literally top of the world following the Irish World Dancing Championships over the Easter! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fr Paddy Rushe reflected on the death of Pope Francis and Seamus Briscoe, from the Drogheda Male Voice Choir, recalled the choir performing for and meeting the Pontiff back in 2018. Rory O'Connor had the crack with Gerry about Easters past and his Hyrox exploits! Veterinarian Sinead Kelly answered all listeners had to throw at her and Mick Hughes told of the sharp decline in customer visits this spring to his restaurant in Trim. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tom Ayres, who for sixty years told no one of his abuse at the hands of Dr Michael Shine spoke to Gerry today. Fr Paddy Rushe delivered the message of Easter in his own inimitable way. David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action and the O'Connor sisters from Drogheda Sang for their Supper! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On Tuesday's Show; Pat Marry discussing his co-authored new book about the murder of Irene White, John H Shanahan on the follies of Donald Trump, Gavin Lynch aiming to play the top 100 golf courses in the world and Alex Earl of Mountcharles on filming the Irish Traitors at Slane Castle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tara Walker took us through her favourite Easter Sunday dinner, Dr Aoife Durcan's new book about sensitive children made for a really informative conversation, Aoife McPartlin took us through the life of a Peregrine Falcon and Darragh McCullough is only delighted to be back home with his new daughter! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Adam Murray is a young man who is going places with his award winning Biddo's Street Food business. Siobhan O'Neill White from mams.ie had plenty of suggestions of things to do with children over the Easter break. GAA, Soccer and Athletics have all come together to raise much needed funds for Derek Winter's family. While our own golfing legend Des Smyth reflected on Rory McIlroy's nail biting Masters win! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Running 48 hours for the Red Door, that's the plan as seven friends want to give back to people and a place that was so helpful in rehabilitating one of their mates from addiction. Donal McEvoy from Pergola Nurseries advised on lawn care. Pharmacist Kathy Maher was a fountain of knowledge about; hay fever, being sun safe, preventing measles and dealing with scabies. David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action and we enjoyed a laugh or two with Kevin Bridges. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Eve McCrystal, who is to be honoured with a Civic Reception by Louth County Council this evening joined us, John McKeown looks and spoke in glowing terms about Balance Oil, Lisa Mullaney is doing so much good from her P3 Cafe in Bailieborough and Eugene Murray from Faughart Sang "Country Roads" for His Supper! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tom Maguire reflected on forty years in P&T/ An Post and his musical journey in tandem. Dr Kate McCann advised on needle phobia, Nicky Kyle took us through tasks in the vegetable garden for April and our listeners are no mugs when it comes to mugs as we discovered! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The stock market meltdown stick or twist? The Money Doctor John Lowe says stick on pensions and investments. Sandra Byrne and Patrice Matthews told us about SAFE Castlebellingham's new way of working. Lacy Fewer so impressed Gerry with her debut novel "Yankeeland" and what a back story underpins the book! While Megan Best is working with festival and major events to make them much more sustainable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
No bother with getting spuds in the ground this year says Ivan Curran and the dry settled spell will continue into the weekend confirmed Brandon Creagh from Met Eireann. What a story is HoloToyz the flourishing brain child of Meath based Declan Fahy and Kate Scott! George Williams offered his expertise on caring for antique furniture and Ronan Quinn told us about the Zara Murphy Academy that launched yesterday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Gerry really enjoyed his daffodil soiree with Rosie Maye through her wonderful garden, children's nurse Niamh Greene, who won a prestigious Daisy Award, had a chat, masters athletics world record holder Mary Ann Kinsella and daughter Sophie popped in, David Sheehan previewed the weekend's sporting action and we dipped into Tommy Tiernan's back catalogue for the classic comedy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sexual assault victim Sophie Brady is really unhappy at the sentence handed down to the family member who abused her. Boann Whiskey's Peter Cooney and Tom Keogh from Keogh's Crisps remain upbeat despite those USA tariffs. Dr Ciara McCormack was so informative about recognising and dealing with deconditioning. Fiona McArdle sang brilliantly for her supper and a lovely surprise awaited our birthday girl Louise! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Out and about today at the Meath Retrofit Expo where we heard from a range of experts about what supports are out there for home and business owners who want to become more energy efficient and sustainable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Darragh McCullough, wife Aoife and new baby Grace are all doing well in Cyprus waiting for the paperwork which will allow the family return to Ireland soon. Anne Chamber's new biography about TK Whittaker "Man of the 20th Century", makes for fascinating reading and is so relevant today. Maria Macklin sorted the boys first and also had some super advice for ladies springtime fashion. While wheelchair user Conor McAuley told us why accessibility is still no joke. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nichola Sheridan and her coach David Carrie had the banter about Nichola winning the first ever Dublin City Half Marathon. Environmental Scientist Marie Louise Heffernan told of the potential negative implications of wind turbines off the Northeast and North Dublin coasts. Sleep expert Sine Dunne believes the clocks changing affects our bodies and minds is ways we don't fully understand. And we heard about a project to encourage reading books being undertaken by students from St Oliver's Community College in Drogheda. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Another emotional day as Maggie Maguire moves on from LMFM after twenty-six years! Grace Tierney loves fooling around with words, Rick Cronje's passion is wine and David Sheehan knows his Sport! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Pat Mullaney has a gripe with the parking app charges in Navan, Irene Gahan brought us her recommended reads, Shane Kelly & Gemma O' Donoghue are taking Drogheda Homeless Aid forward and Eileen Meenan sang "Living Doll" for her Supper! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Having heard Barbara Carr tell her story of resilience, grit and determination on Late Lunch last week, An Gobha Tom King, wanted to meet and gift one of his amazing St Brigid's crosses to her! In Wildlife Matters Aoife McPartlin took us through the life of our native Irish Hare. John Hoey and his Vintage Motor comrades are raising funds for the new Peregrine House cancer support centre in Ardee. And celebrity councillor Paddy Meade is ready for any Jungle Challenge that comes his way! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Pat Harty reflected on his health five years on from his near death from Covid-19. We heard why the apprenticeship route is to be recommended, Sinead Kelly brought us her best veterinary advice and Jim Gorman is proud to be Irish boxing team manager for the international match at his Holy Family Boxing Club! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Child protection expert Shane Dunphy offered his conclusions from the Netflix drama Adolescence. Ollan Herr believes he has the solution to the algae problem in our rivers and lakes. Ronan Whitty CEO of the Mill Enterprise Hub told of an opportunity to businesses to learn more about trading with the USA. And we found that mystery walking man for Gerry Sweetman! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Food critic Patrick Hanlon talked about the price of steak on restaurant menus which he believes will continue to rise. Gerry Sweetman is looking for the mystery early morning walking man he's been acknowledging as he passes in his car for a decade! On World Down Syndrome Day Liam Foley and Ellie Ryan popped in for a lovely chat and David Sheehan looked ahead to a busy weekend's sporting action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Barbara Carr is back acting and directing with St Brigid's Drama Group but it has had some journey! Romeo Booto told his story of spending a decade in direct provision and making a good life for himself outside through sport. Gerry's all time favourite author Patricia Scanlan joined him on the day her latest book is published. And Sean McArdle Sang Neil Diamond for his Supper! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nick and Angela welcome one of their favourite comics to Dish HQ. Broadcaster, comedian, writer and conductor Sue Perkins was born in South London. A Cambridge University graduate, Sue's journey into comedy began when she joined the prestigious Footlights, where she met her friend Mel Giedroyc. The duo quickly made a name for themselves, hosting Channel 4's Late Lunch and Light Lunch in the nineties, while also writing for the legendary French & Saunders and, later, Absolutely Fabulous in 2003. Her biggest TV job to date came in 2010, when she and Mel cohosted The Great British Bake Off for seven wildly successful series. Outside of television, Sue's broadcasting credentials include hosting Britain's best-loved radio comedy Just A Minute on BBC Radio 4. You can watch her new TV show Chess Masters: The Endgame on BBC iPlayer and listen to her new podcast Mel and Sue: Should Know By Now on Audlibe. Nick pours Sue a Botivo, a non-alcoholic aperitivo, to start, while Angela prepares a mouthwatering Malaysian prawn laksa curry. The experts at Waitrose pair this with a La Val albariño and for dessert Angela makes Sue her favourite black forest gateau. Nick and Angela are (in their words) giddy at the sight of Sue Perkins sitting opposite them and our trio collapse into fits of laughter throughout this conversation. Sue loves to cook and recounts her best and worst food moments. She also talks about the time she met a shaman in a hot tub, and listen out for her incredible response to the End of Show Question. You can now watch full episodes of Dish on YouTube All recipes from this podcast can be found at waitrose.com/dishrecipes A transcript for this episode can be found at waitrose.com/dish We can't all have a Michelin star chef in the kitchen, but you can ask Angela for help. Send your dilemmas to dish@waitrose.co.uk and she'll try to answer them in a future episode. Dish is a S:E Creative Studio production for Waitrose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Greg Fry explained in lay person's terms the ins and outs of Artificial Intelligence. Cheltenham Gold Cup winning trainer Gavin Cromwell reflected on the biggest win of his career. Peter Larkin is onto something really special with his award winning SafeShel. We rolled back the clock five years to that first Covid-19 lockdown with undertaker Com Kieran. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Maria Flynn reflected on that first Covid lockdown five years ago and how her business had to pivot to survive. Irish American John Shanahan popped in for a topical chat on a visit home. Dr Kate McCann isn't an advocate of intermittent fasting and we caught up with a very happy Newcastle fan Conor Costello. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We ran the rule over the legendary Ford Capri new & old and heard from Paul Egan a proud owner of the original mark! Property agent Liz O'Kane, Presenter of Help Buy Me A Home on Virgin TV, spoke about assisting Ola and Timi Oluwabowale to find a home in Drogheda. Finnish native Hanna Laatio is proud to be helping organise the St Patrick's Day parade in Dundalk and David Sheehan looked ahead to the weekend's sporting action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The inimitable Brush Shiels had the crack with Gerry as we played his "Dirty Old Town" as our song on Sing For Your Supper! Allen Foster has assembled a wonderful selection of Irish Oddities in his new book. Shamrock grower Gearoid O'Neill told us how sales of the national emblem have fallen off a cliff and Jackie Weldon sang for her Supper! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sarah Carey told us why she believes bad manners and rudeness is quite prevalent today. Chelsea Farrell, who is one of the participants in the second series of Love Triangle on E4, popped in for a chat. Eanna Ni Lamhna joined us on National Tree Week and Tae O'Brien is looking for new volunteers to join the Little Tern conservation project on Baltray beach. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Gerry attempted some questions selected by Louise from the Driver Theory Test and driving instructor Alan Keogh joined us to talk about teaching people to drive, driving in general and road safety. Keith Barry advised on how to deal with cravings and mesmerised Gerry with a deck of cards! Colin Halion told of the theft and anti social behaviour he's had to deal with at his shop in the heart of Navan. While Nicky Kyle took us through some tasks in the vegetable garden for March. 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 today's show with guest presenter Louise Walsh, we spoke to one young mother who just got her forever home, after seven years of living in emergency accommodation. A call on Hasbro to name a new Peppa Pig character after a young Dundalk boy. Pharmacist Kathy Maher on women's health and why one East Meath woman is getting married again to the same man! And David Sheehan talks all things sport. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sean Boylan, Noel Meade and David Sheehan paid tribute to our late esteemed colleague Brendan Cummins. Bestselling author Cathy Kelly, who has been through the mill, talked about the many challenges she's faced recently. Teacher Ursula Hynes and students from Ratoath College told us about their new sensory garden at the school. And beekeeper Eoin Mac Giolla Coda warned of the dangers facing our native honeybee from imported continental bees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Well Holy God did the Northeast Sing for their Supper? You bet as Alice McKeown carried off "Stop the World" in style! On World Book Day we were joined by bestselling author Carmel Harrington, our book reviewer Irene Gahan & little readers Cormac Ferriter and Eabha Flynn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dr Conor Kerley advised Gerry on how to cope with giving up the sweet stuff. Fr Paddy Rushe says we all must live in hope for a better world this Lenten season. Mary Kate O'Flanagan brings her brilliant one woman show to the Northeast soon and Louise & Gerry had a go at a little gaeilge! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We paid a visit to Lorenzen's Butchers in Blackcastle Navan, makers of the Best Banger in the Northeas,t where we me the team including father & son Charlie and Stuart Walshe, the second and third generation owners. We also heard from master of the BBQ and specialist sauces John Relihan, who began his career with Jamie Oliver with whom he remains a very close friend and confidant. We met the ever youthful Maura Walshe ,who could remember the original owner from Germany Christian Lorenzen! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Meath match commentator David Sheehan reflected on the controversial late goal that saw them dig out a late win against Westmeath yesterday. Ukrainian Luba Healy still can't understand the way President Zelensky was treated in the White House by President Trump and his entourage. Lucy Cronly believes the shoes we choose impacts much more deeply on our lives. Pauline Clarke is a dynamo of a woman on every level as she drives forward her KooKee business! And Niall Hatch explained why the cutting of hedgerows has stopped to benefit our feathered friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
No shortage of stories of leaving items on the car roof and driving off! John Moore from Dundalk who directed Gene Hackman in "Behind Enemy Lines" recalled the great man. Grace Tierney is a wonder with words, Rick Cronje knows a thing or two about wine and David Sheehan is really into his sport. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Planets aligned with David Moore from Astronomy Ireland. It's official for a second successive year, yes Vinny Del Duca makes the best takeaway pizza in Ireland in Dundalk! Rodents an the rampage - no problem to Colm Moore from Rentokil and our deadly duo waxing lyrical over the Dubai Chocolate Bar!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Consumer Columnist with the Irish Examiner and food writer Caitriona Redmond joined us to look at the price increases in a basket of goods at major supermarkets between 2023 and today. Divorce consultant and mediator Michelle Browne suggested that avoiding family courtrooms was the best policy when a breakup happens. Tatyana Sweeney's new children's book Stockingopolis had Gerry enthused while Sandra Finegan was so annoyed with unannounced roadworks choking the centre of Drogheda! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sarah Carey has insulated her home and family ahead of the next big storm but not in the expected manner? Denise Buckley revealed the incredible demand for the Dubai Bar at her Sugar Plum Sweetery in Mullingar! Dr Kate McCann discussed the growing trend of vaccine scepticism and its potential implications for people. Denise McCrum told of the fire that totally destroyed her sister Amanda's family home in Omeath where the insurance had recently lapsed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Coinciding with the official opening of the East Meath Civic Centre in Bettystown. Late Lunch came live from what Gerry described as the most beautifully appointed studio from which he had ever broadcast his show! We heard from the Chairperson of Meath County Council Sharon Tolan, CEO Kieran Kehoe, Executive Librarian Aoife Carberry, Architect Robin Lee and Environmental Awareness Officer Bernadine Carry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.