Coinciding with their 10th anniversary at the Valley Inn, John and Jackie O'Connell invited us along to join in the celebrations and what a wonderful afternoon it was! John & Jackie reflected on their careers in hospitality and this past decade in Mullary, we caught a word with local & regular Peter Mulholland as well as General Manager Paul Conlon and Head Chef Ian Brennan. Wine expert dropped in with two gorgeous Rioja's from Northern Spain and Gerry paid a visit to his good friend the brilliant organic gardener Nicky Kyle. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Trichologist Liam Byrne offered lots of advice on hair loss and scalp matters, Frs Rushe & Akan reflected on the Easter season for Catholics, Fit Kids Fit Teens are representing Ireland at the World Hip Hop Championships in the USA and the price of a pint - will it impact on customers? * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Paul McGinley, who was in town for the launch of the Irish Legends golf tournament, which will be staged at Seapoint Golf Club in June, talked about his new role as Ambassador for the Legends Tour and more golf matters besides. Gus Martyn has a one in a million chance - quintuplet lambs born to one of his sheep recently! Professor Anne-Marie O'Dwyer joined Gerry to talk about her brilliant new book "The Cancer Guide". Maryanne Dalton guided us through the making of a Simnel Cake - the cake of Easter and Jane Ryder, from the Food Safety Authority of Ireland, encouraged listeners to report unsatisfactory issues they come across when consuming food from any outlet * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dr Eamonn Ansbro feels justified at last as his long-held belief in UFO's becomes mainstream. Chocolatier Tara Gartlan's passion for what she does manifests this time of year in her gorgeous Easter Eggs. Another woman with a real love for what she does is founder of smartnanny,ie Lorraine Andrews. Gerry at long last got along to Adrian Taaffe's legendary house gigs and boy was he impressed. And we were literally (Easter)mugged thanks to listener's!!!! * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rebecca Palmer is living sustainably, frugally, almost self-sufficiently and is very happy with her lot! Dr Dan McCartney re-emphasised the importance of Vitamin D to good health. Gerry enjoyed a wander through the daffodils in Rosie Maye's wonderful garden. David Sheehan covered off the weekend's sporting action and Jim Gaffigan weighed in with the laughs! * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jack O'Donovan Tra, from Fair Seas Ireland, told us why we must protect our vast seas for the benefit of all. Sean Wright and students from St Ciaran's Community School in Kells, joined us from Zambia, where they're supporting local school communities. David Branigan, President of Press Photographers Ireland, explained why manipulation of images is completely unacceptable and the Money Doctor John Lowe discussed the cost of separation or divorce. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sarah Carey reacts to Taoiseach Leo Varadker's unexpected resignation. Basket maker Aindriu O'Cearbhail dropped in for a chat and took along some of his wonderful creations. Jennifer De Paola told us why the Finns are the happiest people on Earth! We heard about an apprenticeship expo happening in Trim tomorrow and expat Patrick O'Reilly is also very content living in Scandinavia * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sarah Carey on why we still really value motherhood in light of the recent referenda. Louise O'Loughlin on why it's OK to avail of beauty therapies while going through cancer treatment. Tony Conlon was joined by Ray Leddy Head of Marketing & Product with Skoda Ireland, who have partnered with Certa for HVO fuel, the alternative to diesel. And auctioneer Niall Mullen told us why he's brought a very interesting auction to Oldcastle. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our Louise brought in her treasured collection of cassette tapes and Alex Tadros, from Mars Tapes in Manchester, the last shop selling tapes in the UK, joined us for a chat. Klara McDonnell, who froze her eggs before cancer treatment and is now going through IVF, told her story. Shamrock grower Gearoid O'Neill revealed a sharp decline in sales, as the tradition of wearing it appears to be in decline. David Sheehan looked ahead to a busy weekend's sporting action and our comedy came from the oh so funny Ms Ellie Taylor. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dundalk's Harry O'Donoghue wins big at Crufts again with his Wire Fox Terrier! Singer/Songwriter Calum Agnew has that hit song feeling with his new single "Never". Consultant Urologist Ronan Long, was so interesting as he spoke about his medical speciality and Meath County Council biodiversity officer, Ben Malone, explained the Hare's Corner project. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
On today's Late Lunch with Deirdre Hurley, we heard from Randal Plunkett, author Zoe Millar, a Duleek school project and much more. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's International Women's Day and we heard inspirational stories from a cancer survivor who described honestly how the side effects and cancer ghosting added to her struggle. A nurse who swapped her career for farming and a Meath entrepreneur who advised on how to build contacts. The long-suffering school principal working with 24 women and of course, the weekly sporting preview. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
On today's show, we celebrated World Book Day and Tara Walker was in the kitchen. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
On National Tree Week, Eanna Ni Lamhna urges Louth and Meath to plant more trees! Maureen Shiels-Fanning spoke about a new book detailing the migration of families from the West of Ireland to Gibbstown in 1937. Dr Kate McCann cautioned moderation in our consumption of food and drink. And Mairead Finnegan is chuffed her Roll It Pastry has been acknowledged by the Irish Food Writers Guild. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
The man who has eaten more than 30,000 Big Macs in fifty years turns 70 - personal trainer and fitness coach Oisin Mulligan can understand why Don Gorske is in good shape, as Oisin himself takes on a sugar challenge. Alma McClorey is heading to Crufts with her Bernese Mountain Dog called Ruby, referee Emma Dunne told us what it takes to be a good whistler and it being National Tree Week, we had a chat with Paddy Mangan, who is giving away thousands of free trees! * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
How to claim for pothole damage to your car, 200 years of the RNLI, inspiring TY students, wildlife matters and local oysters win big! * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Laura De Barra is simply so tuned in when it comes to buying and caring for the clothes we wear, Irene Gahan knows her books, the virtuoso of vino that's Rick Cronje and David Sheehan is always on the ball when it comes to sport! * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Navan Hospital Orthopaedic Surgeon, Dr Mahmoud Abumarzouq, whose brother was killed in Gaza in recent days, spoke about his loss and the catastrophic situation there. Sharon McManus recalled the birth of her baby Ellie on this day eight years ago and we caught a word with lovely leap year baby Aileen Byrne, who is actually 7 today!!! Mick Hughes will honour all vouchers issued this day, from his restaurant, for the next twenty years and Tara Walker rocked in with her Pea & Lemongrass soup.. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
So many roads in a poor state of repair, potholes abound, damage to motor vehicles, lives lost - it's understandable why people are upset and annoyed. Vet Sinead Kelly took on and answered listeners questions while Joseph and Katie Woods, who received great support from the Irish Cancer Society, encouraged support tor the society's annual Daffodil Day. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
How to avoid being charged for services online you didn't request or want - Declan Bailey, our IT go to guy, advises. Author Andrea Mara's new book is flying high and one of her previous titles has been optioned for TV in the USA! Teresa Leonard has lost an incredible eight stone and has her diabetes under control too. Almost sixty-nine years married, May Risdale told us the secret of her love for husband Alan. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Still badly shook, Pat Mohan told how he was the victim of a vicious unprovoked attack near his home in Drogheda last evening. Veteran journalist Eamonn Mallie, who was on the frontline of the Troubles in Northern Ireland, is very hopeful for the future. Brigid Reilly supplies and arranges wedding flowers from Fernwood flowers in Oldcastle and Candice Thompson informed us what a local ladies expats group is all about. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Gillian Rogers told the touching story of her dad Tony who went to Turkey for dental implants and died during the procedure. Orla Byrne is delighted with her fourth guide dog, Barry Quinn, from Meath Fire & Rescue service, offered excellent advice about fire safety in the home and David Sheehan previewed a busy weekend ahead on the sporting front. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Irish Daily Mail soccer correspondent Philip Quinn on the prolonged hunt for a new international team manager, the oh so lovely Cathy Kelly about her cancer diagnosis and new book, Eoin Mac Giolla Coda on an ancient ritual at the beehive to mark the passing of a beekeeper, Caroline Smith welcoming news that the UK will recognise to loss of babies before 24 weeks and Tara Walker goes soupy loopy with mushrooms! * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
The wrist watch is back says Stephen Burns from Midas Jewellers and many listeners still love them too! David Gilroy told the beautiful story of a family letter from 1900 that resonates today. Sister Breda Carroll, Prioress at Siena Convent, expressed her gratitude to Drogheda Dolls for their kindness to the sisters and Kevin Mackin from Slane Men's Shed, explained what the lads are building for Meath River Rescue. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
A restored forty one year old Mini and two Toyota Yaris from 1999 and 2000 all loved by their owners! Celebrant Lorraine McCarthy is now training others through her FuturFaith Ministry, Once Upon a Time Thai Food Truck's Auan O'Neill is chuffed with their national awards and pharmacist Kathy Maher urged vaccination against measles. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sine Dunne knows all about sleep and how it matters, Mandy Gilsenan is really missing her Kia car, James Redmond is all set for his gruelling desert challenge and the Hop to It national frog survey is underway. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Arthurs in Dundalk is on top of the world after a big lottery win, the foods of yesteryear, Liverpool super fan Daire Gorman co-hosting a big night in Drogheda with John Aldridge, it's snowdrop heaven in Rosie Maye's wonderful garden, David Sheehan on the first night of this year's League of Ireland and comedy from Sindhu Vee. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
In light of the remit of the D Hotel changing, CEO of Development Perspectives Bobby McCormack, offered a calm, rational assessment of the reasons underpinning the years of neglect towards Drogheda. Niall Hatch from Birdwatch Ireland looked ahead to the nesting season, compulsive gambler Pat Sheedy reflected on his addiction and chef Tara Walker rustled up a hearty vegetable soup. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
Together sixty-two years, married fifty-five and when you listen to Margaret and Brush Shiels you understand why it works! Fathers Rushe and Akan joined us on the coincidence of Ash Wednesday and Valentines, Anne Kelly who was married on this day 45 years had so much to recall and a surprise call to Valentines baby Jack White, who is celebrating his big 60th today, rounded off an afternoon of love! * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.
On Shrove Tuesday Roann Byrne and Maryanne Dalton sorted out our pancake making, Patrick Casey, a relation of Francis Ledwidge, has produced the definitive Ledwidge family tree, Tony Conlon reflected on the Volkswagen Golf at 50 and we heard about Clann Mor's One Country One Voice project. * Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy https://acast.com/privacy for more information.