Late Lunch Best Bits & Features: Recent Episodes
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Gerry pays another visit to Rosie Maye's beautiful garden as the Summer blooms emerge with gusto!
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With Daffodil season in full swing, Gerry paid a visit to the Insomniac Gardener Rosie Maye's wonderful garden near Slane...
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Late Lunch Presenter Gerry Kelly returns to Rosie Maye the Insomniac Gardener's wonderful garden near Slane, where the snowdrops are doing their thing in Spring 2024!
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Former Taoiseach and Meath TD John Bruton sadly passed away earlier today. In remembering John, we go back to December 8th 2015, when on the publication of his book called Faith in Politics, the great man joined Gerry Kelly on his Late Lunch Show for a wide-ranging interview...
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On his final visit of the year, Rosie Maye, the Insomniac Gardener, shows Gerry that if you look hard enough there's still much colour in her garden in the depths of winter!
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Winter has descended on Rosie Maye's wonderful garden, yet the range of colours is still outstanding! Close your eyes, listen and let your imagination join us on a walkabout in Winter...
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In early December 2023 Patrice Matthews joined Gerry Kelly on his Late Lunch Show not a year on from losing two of her sons PJ and Mikey to suicide within thirteen weeks of each other. What followed was an incredibly moving, touching and emotional story told by a mother still trying to come to terms with her immense loss. This is the extract from that interview that picked up one of the most prestigious awards on Irish Radio which is dedicated to the memory of both PJ and Mikey.
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Orlaith Carmody interviews Flor McCarthy, head of training for Women for Election on why more women are needed in Irish politics.
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Gerry pays an August visit to Rosie Maye's wonderful garden near Slane, where the Hydrangea are ruling the roost!
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Late Lunch Special Feature on the Leinster Senior Football Final featuring; management duo Mickey Harte and Gavin Devlin, county chairman Peter Fitzpatrick, new stadium steering group member Ronan Lynch, former players Colm Nally and Paddy Keenan, Noel Stewart from sponsors Blackstone Motors and LMFM Louth match commentator Colm Corrigan.
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It's May and Gerry returns to Rosie Maye's beautiful garden near Slane in Meath where early Summer's flowers, shrubs and trees are making their appearance!
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Stephen Breen, Crime Editor of The Irish Sun, talks about his newspaper's nine part true crime podcast about Ireland's most dangerous and notorious crime family as episode one goes live today.
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Ahead of his Manchester United Legends appearance with Bryan Robson and Lee Sharpe at the TLT Theatre in Drogheda on Monday May 8th, Norman joined Gerry on Late Lunch where they talked all things footie!
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In the second of the series, Gerry pays a late March visit to Rosie Maye's beautiful garden, where in the space of weeks, much has already changed..
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Teresa and Derek Bellamy are onto something unique with children's books, which they customise for each individual child! Have a listen as the founders of "The Elephant's Trunk" publishing company explain who and what they are to Gerry on Late Lunch!
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Rosie Maye, better known as the Insomniac Gardener, invited Gerry along to her magnificent garden near Slane, as her vast array of snowdrops and more besides deliver an early burst of joyous early spring colour
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Tara Walker takes on the Christmas table with a twist this time round....
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On foot of Mayo GAA being refused permission by Croke Park to wear rainbow coloured numbers on their jerseys, Meath whistler David Gough believes his stance on LGBTQ+ issues without and within the Association has cost him top level refereeing assignments.
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On Monday October 7th 2019, to coincide with the release of her powerful memoir "Overcoming", Vicky Phelan joined Gerry Kelly on his Late Lunch Show. Today on the passing of a most courageous woman and in tribute to her strength and fortitude we remember Vicky through her own words and thoughts. Condolences to her husband, children and family - May She Rest in Peace....
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He's the man behind the butchers counter in Texaco Wilkinstown, who on Tuesday, decided to take time out in order to support his daughter Ella, who was playing a GAA match for Drumconrath National School
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Here's some of the little ones we heard from previously....
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Our own David Sheehan joined Gerry to discuss his new book “Dublin: Game Of My Life”.
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Margaret Madden brings us her Book of the Month and more great recommendations besides...
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There's not much room, for messing up mushroom, when you listen to Tara Walker rustle up another of her favourite soups....
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A year on from fighting for his life, Meath GAA star Graham Geraghty, spoke to us for the first time about those days when his life was on the line....
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Tara Walker from East Coast Cookery School brings us another timely autumn/winter warmer in the guise of a beautiful Seafood Chowder - Yummy Yummy!
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In an emotional interview Sheena Hattie recalls the short life of son Conor and the invaluable support she received from the Jack & Jill Foundation...
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Following a smear test, Eileen Rushe had cell abnormalities, however, there were failures in her subsequent treatment which resulted in a cervical cancer diagnoses in late 2018. We spoke with Eileen on Late Lunch about her situation as she began treatment in January 2019 and this incredible woman joined us subsequently from time to time to speak about the highs and lows of her cancer journey. Our final conversation was just over a month ago as sadly Eileen passed away in recent days. As a tribute to her bravery in the face of adversity here's a compilation of those conversations with Eileen - May She Rest in Peace...
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Early on the morning of Sunday November 1st 2020, a young mother stood on the Castlebellingham Flyover on the M1 Motorway about to jump. Bronwyn McLoughlin happened to be passing, stopped, intervened, saved her life but slipped away quietly as assistance and family members arrived on the scene. Receiving help subsequently and now feeling much better, she was desperate to make contact with the woman who she describes as her “Angel”. She called into LMFM looking to speak with Late Lunch Presenter Gerry Kelly which she did on the afternoon of Friday December 11th, hoping the woman in question would come forward. Over the weekend Bronwyn heard the podcast of the interview, contacted Gerry on Monday morning, also willing to come on air that afternoon and share her side of the story. The woman she saved also returned and the pair spoke for the first time since that fateful day six weeks previously, in a radio moment that will live long in the memory.
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Abbie Gleeson's parents paid a builder over 35k to give their bubbly 7 year old Abbie who suffers with one of the worlds most rare conditions KCNQ2 a special room of her own. The builder left them with a room with mould and rising damp. The room is unsafe for anyone not least a 7 year old with these complications, today her parents have appealed for help to give Abbie the room she needs and deserves- Listen to the story here. To donate to give Abbie her special room click here http://gofund.me/65b4dc70--
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Slav Vavro was thirteen when diagnosed with cancer, three years on following two trips abroad for specialist treatment his battle continues, having undergone another procedure here at home in Temple Street Hospital recently. Having met Slav and his mother Nadia back in 2018 and spoken to her subsequently, Gerry called Nadia for an update on her son's situation...
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Long before his time Philip Heary Jnr went to meet his maker this week. A well known and loved man in Kells, Meath, the Northeast and beyond, the outpouring of grief and love for Philip bears testament to his universal popularity. In September 2019, following a prolonged stay in hospital and a life threatening battle with sepsis, Phillip joined Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch for what turned out to be an emotional conversation that offers an insight into the man that was Philip Heary - May he Rest in Eternal Peace...
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It's Ireland 1989 and Margaret Madden is all set to sit her Leaving Certificate. Suddenly everything changes with a pregnancy at seventeen which sees baby Sarah arrive in September. Despite intense pressure Margaret is determined to keep and rear her child. This is Margaret's Story - Baby I Love You....
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Kathleen Tuite was born in the Castlepollard Mother & Baby Home where she remained with her mother for three years until she was adopted. Kathleen never saw her mother again and knew nothing of her until ten years ago when fate intervened and all was revealed.....
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On the first Late Lunch Show of 2021, LMFM paid tribute to one of Dundalk's most famous and talented sons, singer/songwriter Liam Reilly who passed away unexpectedly on New Year's Day. Colleagues from the world of music, friends and associates remembered Liam and we also return to an interview he did with Ken Murray on Late Lunch in May 2014 where he spoke extensively about his life and times.
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Celebrating Age Friendly Fingal with this Christmas Special featuring many of the people and organisations who make Fingal a fine place to age!
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Late Lunch wine expert Rick Cronje brings us his recommendations to match and enhance our festive foods this year.
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A group of eminent Irish academics in the field of health have issued a report supporting supplementation with Vitamin D in light of the Covid-19 pandemic. Dr Dan McCartney a signatory of the paper explained why he and his colleagues have come to this conclusion...
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On Friday's Late Lunch we spoke to a Louth woman who was looking for the woman who saved her life on the Castlebellingham flyover on the M1 on Sunday November 1st. She described the woman as her "Angel" and was keen to meet her again. Well today on Late Lunch that Angel came forward and the women reconnected...
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Our final book review of the year with Margaret Madden who selected her Books of the Month and Year as well as recommending lots of Christmas Crackers!
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A thankful Louth woman is searching for her 'guardian angel' who saved her life by pulling her down from a motorway flyover last month
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Our go to Tech and IT Man Declan Bailey brings us a selection of Christmas gifts for the person in your life who loves their technology.....
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Did you know that on average every household in Ireland is responsible for up to €1,000 of food waste annually and Christmas is the most wasteful time of year! However, we can all do our bit for Mother Earth, still have a good time and save money - its a win win all round. Caitriona Redmond from Wholesome Ireland offers some really practical advice about how to reduce waste this year....
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Some fascinating insights into the man and his illustrious career with Dublin, following the publication of his autobiography appropriately called "The Hill", while in conversation with Gerry on Late Lunch....
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Imagine Gerry Kelly giving Kylie the boot!! Yes today even Miss Minogue had to make way for the most important guest of the year on Late Lunch - Santa Claus! And the man of the moment was in great form as he reassured the children of the Northeast that despite Covid-19 all is well in the North Pole and on schedule for his annual Christmas visit...
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Late Lunch organic gardening expert Nicky Kyle offers a range of suggestions for gifts that will make the person with green fingers in your life very happy this Christmas!
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Margaret Madden brings us her Book of the Month and recommends a couple of other cracking reads - Enjoy!
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Professor Brian MacCraith, Chairperson of Ireland's Covid-19 Taskforce, confirms that plans are well afoot to roll out a vaccination programme across the country from January, with sufficient doses to cover the population.
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He was there when Mickey Harte took the reins in Tyrone back in 2002, was a member of teams that won the county's first and two subsequent All Ireland titles, going on to be named an All Star on four occasions. Is there anyone more qualified to offer an insight into the new Louth Manager? Philip Jordan spoke about his former boss to Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch today....
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On World Children's Day fifteen year old Ruairi Holohan from Drogheda spent time with Micheal Martin where he raised the issue of homophobia. Still on cloud nine, Rory spoke with Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch and filled him in on how the meeting with An Taoiseach earlier today went and what it feels like being a victim of homophobia....
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In recent days it has emerged that one of the spectators murdered by crown forces in Croke Park on November 21st 1920 was born in Boyerstown just outside Navan in County Meath. Patrick O'Dowd's descendant Liam Dinneen, who uncovered the story, spoke with Gerry on Late Lunch this afternoon...
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Carberry's on the North Strand in Drogheda may be closed at the moment but in the minds of so many at home and abroad it will always be open! Local Historian Sean Collins recently wrote a brilliant recollection about an institution of music, story song and more besides.....
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In his latest work, Ireland's foremost crime writer, Paul Williams, reveals the life and shocking times of the nation's most infamous crime boss Gerry Hutch. Paul spoke to our Gerry on Late Lunch about a man he terms an "ordinary decent criminal" if such exists?
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Ahead of World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims, Caroline Ginnelly, whose son Martin died in an accident in July 2018 only five minutes from his home, recalled that fateful day, the pain that never goes away and appealed to all road users to take greater care.....
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Having retired this year after a glorious Cheltenham, Barry Geraghty has written his Memoir called "True Colours" - a fascinating read! Barry joined Gerry on Late Lunch and the pair covered every sort of ground...
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Local Historian Sean Collins recalls the impact of the Spanish Flu on the Northeast at the beginning of the 20th Century and the similarities to Covid-19 today are remarkable..
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Sarah Louise Mulligan founded the Irish Who Love Trump Association in the aftermath of the 2016 US Presidential Election. With counting of votes ongoing in the 2020 contest and the outcome on a knife edge, one of Trump's greatest admirers joined Gerry on today's Late Lunch....
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Late Lunch IT Expert Declan Bailey takes us through the Do's and Don'ts of online shopping from a vendor and purchasers perspective...
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Ella Lanigan lives in Sydney with her mother. She's an only child born in late 2001. Her father, who was on a business trip from Ireland, met her mum briefly in March of that year but returned home never knowing of Ella's existence. Ella, who believes her dad is from Meath, told her intriguing story to Gerry on Friday's Late Lunch....
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Margaret Madden brings us her Book of the Month and more besides to escape and while away time.....
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A cancer diagnosis, subsequent surgery and treatment saw Johanne O'Dowd completely reassess her lifestyle especially the food she was eating. Here she tells Gerry her story on Late Lunch - so much food for thought.....
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Professor Paul Moynagh from NUI Maynooth believes there's no plan to deal with Coronavirus beyond locking down the country. He feels the Government have wasted the opportunity it had to put resources and mechanisms in place after the spring lock down and ahead of the challenging winter season.
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On January 12th 2017 Emma O'Keeffe and her son Daniel lost their lives in a fatal road traffic accident. Emma would have been thirty on Sunday and ahead of what will be a most difficult weekend for her family Emma's mother Mary tells the story of the Pain that Endures...
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Despite a nonexistent upbringing, Ger Redmond had the world at his feet. Still his parents construed to drag him down, back into a world of violence and crime from which it looked like he'd never be able to escape but eventually he did. Ger's is an inspirational story which gives hope to those who feel trapped in the murky side of life in Ireland today.
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Dying with Dignity has moved a step closer in Ireland as a bill progresses through Dail Eireann. Bryan Nolan, an End of Life specialist, joined Gerry on Late Lunch today and offered his thoughts on the proposed legislation, our shortcomings in dealing with death and advice on how to deal with end of life when it darkens our doors which is inevitable sooner or later...
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Eileen Rushe was diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2018 but following treatment she was given the all clear in the summer of 2019. Though monitored closely since, her most recent checkup revealed her cancer is back. Eileen, facing into another massive battle for life, joined Gerry on Late Lunch today and there wasn't a dry eye in the house.....
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Following their fantastic win last evening which qualified them for the Europa League Group Stage, we were joined on Late Lunch by one of Dundalk's heroes goalkeeper Gary Rogers, match commentator Adrian Taaffe and mega-fans Kevin Maguire and Orla Crilly to reflect and look forward to more exciting adventures in Europe!
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Following their fantastic win last evening which qualified them for the Europa League Group Stage, we were joined on Late Lunch by one of Dundalk's heroes goalkeeper Gary Rogers, match commentator Adrian Taaffe and mega-fans Kevin Maguire and Orla Crilly to reflect and look forward to more exciting adventures in Europe!
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Kevin Myers new memoir is a fascinating walk through his life and times from 1979 until the present day. Yes it puts right a horrible wrongdoing that cost him his brilliant journalistic career but there's so much more to enjoy in a no holds barred honest recollection of the man, his work and life experiences. Its a book I thoroughly enjoyed and commend to you and as a taster here's my recent interview with Kevin...GK.
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Top DJ Frankie Beats has been through a very tough time because of relentless trolling by one individual using multiple identities. Frankie has discovered the man's identity and confronted him! Guess what? Yes the online attacks have ceased but Frankie's pursuit of this faceless, vile, coward won't.....
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Miss Ireland Chelsea Farrell has been subjected to some vile online trolling by some cowardly persons hiding their true identity, however, their anonymity will soon be no more! Thanks to strong young people like Chelsea who are willing to face these people down and tell their stories....
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Margaret Madden brings you her latest recommended reads and in what is a first our Book Guru has selected two titles for her Book of the Month!
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Ramano Dicks has been missing from his home on Gyles Quay in Dundalk since Tuesday evening. His sudden disappearance is out of character and mystifying to his family. On Late Lunch this afternoon his wife Kariska made an emotional appeal for information about her husband's whereabouts....
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Esther's daughter is sixteen and should be starting her Leaving Certificate studies in a secondary school near her home here in the Northeast. Instead, she's leaving Ireland to live for a time with her father in the UK because of online bullying which saw her come within a hairs breath of taking her own life. Esther tells the story, comments from listeners flow in before Child Protection expert Shane Dunphy addresses and discusses the case and wider issues surrounding what is now a major problem in Irish society.
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It's been more than four years but at long last Tracey Hanby has secured her home for herself and daughter Clodagh. We've been with her along the way and today this wonderful woman returned to reflect on her battle with the bank which saw Tracey triumph...
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Our Courts Correspondent, Frank Greaney unravels the longest murder trial in the history of the State and crime journalist, Paul Williams also chats to Ken Murray about the man behind the murderer.
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Colette Nugent, Chairperson of Louth Vitners and of the Market Bar in Drogheda, speaks to Gerry Kelly about the deferral of the re-opening of public houses.
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Harry Taaffe died by suicide recently and his family are devastated. His younger brother Paul spoke about what he believes to be an unnecessary tragedy to Gerry Kelly on this afternoons's Late Lunch.
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Margaret Madden brings us her Book Of The Month and some more wonderful recommendations besides.....
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It could be a runner Slane 2021 on its 40th anniversary? Big win for local architects! A taxing situation? Where Eagles Dare! A Covid survivor and that rodent problem persists......
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Rats plague the lives of householders, an unlikely national heroine, a young man with the world at his fingertips, communication that simply shouldn't ever happen and that first year together a local couple will never forget.....
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An aggressive bird, goodbye to all that, a match made on earth and heaven, what's in a nickname and you'll never walk alone!!
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Our Book Reviewer Margaret Madden selects her Book of the Month and recommends more great reads besides - Enjoy!
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A Nephew older than his Uncle? A fledgling business idea hatched during lock down is flying! Those Italia '90 memories keep on coming. A book well worth reading and making music at the kitchen table.
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Memories of Italia '90 thirty years on, tempestuous times and our man in Houston Texas, after forty years ministry he wouldn't do it all over again, a vintage camper van is one man's passion, why Trixie really is a Treat, historical revisionism - yay or nay and those magical lockdown EPs.....
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Never sick in his life, in good health, early fifties not your typical Covid-19 candidate? Pat Harty tells his survival story in what should be a cautionary tale to all who believe they're untouchable by Coronavirus...
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I had the pleasure of interviewing the late Johnny Kierans on Late Lunch back in June 2015 when we talked extensively about his life and times. Here's our conversation which I'm delighted to air once more in tribute to a wonderful husband, father, businessman and sportsman - Rest in Peace John...
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No Wedding No Worries for Grace Corrigan, Gina Daly's become a much followed Food Blogger, Suzanne Lynch Irish Times Washington Correspondent on the ground in the USA amid the turmoil, Tara Poleon's dramatic river rescue, Laura Barry beats Coronavirus and her nine week stay in hospital from daughter Emma's perspective.
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Laura Barry had mild flu-like symptoms in late March which called for a GP visit but within hours her temperature spiked and she was admitted to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda. That was April 1st from where she emerged on Tuesday following an epic battle for her life! Laura tells her story with daughter Emma reflecting on nine long weeks...
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Good news as Ben McCormack's successful three year treatment concluded with celebrations recently. Harry O'Donoghue's terrier Ruby named Dog of the Decade. Niall Hatch from Birdwatch Ireland explains why you shouldn't rescue small birds. Larry a victim of domestic abuse tells his story.
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Our book reviewer Margaret Madden brings us her Book of the Month and some more wonderful recommendations to keep you Bookie Wooks busy - Enjoy!
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Larry a domestic abuse victim tells his story to Gerry on Late Lunch...
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That search for a vaccine, mass testing, the ethical dilemma and more besides from Professor Paul on Tuesday's Late Lunch..
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A ten year old's very special bond with her granny, a clarion call from an hotelier with a powerful hashtag, the arrival of identical triplet girls, a local Come Dine with Me and how music inspired a woman through tough times.....
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Rachel Rooney attends Carrickleck National School, she's ten and in fourth class. She hasn't been able to see or visit her granny Olive Rooney, however, Rachel has come up with a lovely way to keep in touch on a daily basis with Olive...
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Hotelier, Farmer, Business Woman, Food Ambassador, Wife, Mother the dynamic Olivia Duff talks about coping with and emerging from this unprecedented economic shut down and has coined a slogan that points the way forward for all businesses...
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Professor Paul Moynagh has his finger on the pulse when it comes to dealing with and finding a panacea that will enable the world emerge from the Coronavirus pandemic.
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A new arrival in the back of a car, a daughter unable to mourn her mother, no beer year, an unrestricted talent, a very special birthday and a view from the West Wing...
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Whether its apparent or not we're all feeling a sense of loss to a lesser or greater degree for the life we enjoyed until recently. Lea McInerney draws from her knowledge and experience as a palliative care nurse and health policy advisor as she discusses what to expect as we move through the grieving process...
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If ever a story summed up the feelings of so many who've lost loved ones at this time, it's Ina McCrumlish talking about the passing of her mother Marie recently and not being able to say goodbye.....
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Professor Paul Moynagh joined Gerry for their now weekly chat on the state of play with Covid-19. Paul spoke about testing, its focus and why we need mass testing and results within 24 hours if we're to manage our emergence from lock down efficiently and effectively.
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The joy of Playing Cards, Organic Gardener Nicky Kyle on better living, an appeal for a special Birthday Boy, Dunany & the demand for flour and a local hairdresser with a new chair design which she hopes will allow her business re-open safely.
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Professor Paul Moynagh from Maynooth University joined Gerry for a now weekly chat about the measures and search for a drug or vaccine to combat Covid-19.
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Solicitor Deirdre Moran discusses Domestic Violence, New Mum Dionne O'Rourke-Ryan delivers her baby despite having Covid-19, Author Nicola Pierce publishes her cracking new book, the inspirational Fr Michael Cusack lifts our spirits, Artist & Designer Niamh Fitzsimons has spotted something in the minds of children and Environmentalist Sean McDonagh believes our abuse of the Earth and Mother Nature is returning to haunt mankind.
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On Late Lunch since the spread of the Pandemic and lock down in Ireland we've spoken weekly to Immunologist Professor Paul Moynagh from Maynooth University about many aspects of Covid-19 including the world-wide search for effective drugs and a vaccine...
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Here's a selection from this weeks interviews on Late Lunch! We hear about Love at second sight and a Big Birthday; Ireland's youngest Garda based in Navan; Irish Times Washington Correspondent Suzanne Lynch; the most famous Forager John Wright; Barry Cullen's generosity and concern for his Mum and a lucky escape for our Murph from Ardee.....
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Book Reviewer Margaret Madden brings us her Book of the Month and more great thriller, fiction and classic picks all guaranteed to stimulate the mind!!
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If you're out and about in Navan please do make sure you're keeping your distance, staying within 2Kms of home and have authorisation if you're somewhere you're not supposed to be! Reason being there's a dedicated young Garda on patrol daily - Yes 8 year old Taylor Friel is playing his part in keeping us safe....
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We need them and to hear their stories more than ever at this time! Here's a selection of truly great people who spoke with us on Late Lunch recently. Included are; New Mum Emily Watson, Marathon Man Stephen Dever, Aer Lingus Captain Brian O'Sullivan and legendary Musician John Sheahan - lift up your hearts!!
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The way we do business has also changed dramatically with the onset of Coronavirus and many have had to operate differently and innovate to carry on. Louise McKeown from Magnet Networks gets us up and running to the maximum from home, Listoke Gin have metamorphosised for their and the greater good, Ballymakenny Farm have opened up to a whole new customer base and Bellurgan Engineering have stepped up to the plate in the making of vital ventilators...
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Dealing with our new restrictive lives requires an holistic approach - eminent Psychiatrist Dr. Brendan Kelly, Dietician Dr. Conor Kerley and Catholic priest Fr. Shane Crombie all have their say.....
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Eoin Lennon Managing Director of Ardee Coach Trim joined us on Late Lunch to tell us about his decision to make, free of charge, some Personal Protective Equipment for front-line health staff. During the course of the conversation presenter Gerry Kelly inquired if with some financial support Eoin and his team could make more? With a positive response Gerry made the appeal for backing from listeners and a wonderful story unfolded...
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While we're in the trenches at home what's the situation like around the world? We spoke to Northeast natives; Grainne Connor in Italy, Patrick Reilly Sweden, Michael Brunnock from New York in the USA and Frances Rogers who's based in Seoul South Korea.
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This week we heard from Aer Lingus Captain Brian O'Sullivan who was one of the crew on that first flight to China to collect the first consignment of protective clothing and equipment for front line healthcare staff. We featured Kevin Bridges one afternoon in our Laugh a Day! We caught up with Emma Lennon who's expecting identical triplets! Twelve year old Cairah Beckham wrote a wonderful poem dedicated to health care workers which she explained and read for us. Carmel Dowdall revealed how she fared out with her Lenten sacrifices. While Professor Paul Moynagh offered his view on the why, what and when on Covid-19.
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Included in our selection of interviews this week: Written and published at breakneck speed "Coping with Coronavirus"by Dr.Brendan Kelly; technical assistance greatly appreciated at this time and given by Declan Bailey of Business Tech Help; a new world view on the horizon now which Monachan Magan has been advocating for years; making a Will with solicitor Deirdre Moran from Tallans and Niamh Shaw Dreams Big!
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Singer Songwriter Michael Brunnock from Kells who has been based in New York for many a day spoke with Gerry from the Big Apple as his recovery from Coronavirus continues....
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Sociologist Tom Inglis, first Salmon of the season on the Boyne, Sleep Matters with Lucy Wolfe, A Wildlife Year with Michael Fewer and a Baby on the way for Fred and Julie!!
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Margaret Madden joined us with her selection and in a real first nominated not one but two books for her Book of the Month accolade!
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Dr Harry Barry spoke with Gerry Kelly about a most important aspect of the Covid-19 crisis for everyone. Harry begins by recalling a similar experience he encountered during his career in another part of the world....
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Gerry Kelly called into Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda today to meet with the medical professionals on the front line in the fight against Covid-19. Dr Justin Low Consultant in Infectious Diseases, Dr Ian Counihan Respiratory Consultant and Tracey Doherty Assistant Director of Nursing with responsibility for Infection Prevention and Control all had their say about what's happening and what lies ahead...
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Overcoming anxiety and depression after years, the men who fell short of the Priesthood and the inimitable Patricia Scanlan.
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Late Lunch Presenter Gerry Kelly met Sabina last autumn at a Network Louth event he was facilitating and was so impressed! Good to her word the ever busy Dr Brennan popped into studio for a wide-ranging chat with Gerry which is well worth a listen.....
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Dr. Helen Rochford Brennan was diagnosed with Alzheimers in her early sixties seven years ago but she hasn't allowed it define her! Have a listen to a remarkable woman who has helped herself and so many others on her journey...
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A Woman of Real Substance - Nicola Byrne, On World Book Day Our favourite Author with her new VroomTown book - Emer Conlon and Darver Star carries the hopes of mid-Louth to Cheltenham!
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A Leap Year Baby's Unusual Arrival, a multiple Stroke survivor, no Snow but Great Show and our Women with no shortage of Opinions!
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Our Doyenne of the Manuscript Margaret Madden brings us her Book of the Month and more great read recommendations besides - Enjoy!
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Our featured stories this week include a surrogacy far away, open heart surgery and a mother who refused to accept convention for her daughter.
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Stacie Smith and Sean O'Gorman - What a Couple to meet on Valentine's Day with the most wonderful Love Story!! The art of Letter Writing and what they mean evoked memories for listeners and the shocking story Dymphna Farrell has carried for years of her abuse by a Catholic Priest.
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As news of Phillip Schofield's reveal trends across social media Mike McCarthy one half of Funky Fashion Frolics joined Gerry this afternoon to talk about his own experience of being in a relationship with a child and coming out back in 2004!
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The wonderful Margaret Madden brings us her Book of the Month and reviews several other titles across a number of genres!
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In the final part of our January series Nutritionist Rachel Graham signs off with more advice and pointers on how to eat better for a healthier life!
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Dance Teachers Aisling Nally and Aine Whelan, who interact with young people all of the time, came to the realisation that many are crying out for someone to listen to them and hear what they have to say. With this in mind the girls are launching a new initiative at the Boomerang Youth Cafe in Drogheda. Late Lunch Presenter Gerry was so impressed with what the young women had to say....
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Late Lunch Presenter Gerry Kelly, whose family have been of Drogheda for generations, believes the town's drug turf wars are but a manifestation of the economic and social neglect by successive governments for decades! Gerry is joined by crime writer Shane Dunphy who contexts the issues surrounding young people, gangs and the drug trade.....
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Thursday January 18th 2018 is a day that Jackie Fox and her family have to live and deal with for the rest of their lives. It was a day no one ever wishes to experience because on that day Jackie's daughter Nicole died by suicide. Nicole was bullied to death and now almost two years on Jackie tells her story and has almost succeeded in changing the existing law relating to bullying which dates back to 1997 with "Coco's Law" in memory of Nicole.
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Jody Campion was on his way home to Enfield from a cinema trip to Liffey Valley when he was viciously assaulted by a gang of teenage thugs - his Mam Adrienne tells the story....
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Dublin Marathon 2019 and after ten wonderful years the phenomenon that has been Team Carrie runs its final race. Part and parcel of LMFM's Late Lunch lineup for the decade, Presenter Gerry Kelly was in Dublin on October Bank Holiday weekend to be with the crew for their swan song...
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Late Lunch Presenter Gerry Kelly has always been a big supporter of the Gary Kelly Cancer Support Centre where each Christmas he pays a visit to reflect and remind us of the Centre's significance in the lives of so many people in the Northeast! It was Party Time for staff, volunteers and users of the services as Gerry switched on the microphone....
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Our Technology go to person on Late Lunch is Declan Bailey from Business Tech Help and each year he brings us his recommendations at Christmas time! Well worth a listen to his picks for 2019.....
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Margaret Madden was joined by Blake Boland from Waterstones for a Festive Feast of recommendations to suit all tastes....
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Hundreds of Irish visitors are buying 'survivor' dolls in the US and bringing them home to gift them to children with cancer in Ireland. Aoibheann's Pink Tie founder Jimmy Norman tells us more - and also thanks the people of Louth for donating a garden for the new Aoibheann's lighthouse in Dublin
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Margaret Madden brings us her Book of the Month and more great recommendations....
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Helena and Gerry O'Connor's sons are both dead. Gavin who was 22 was murdered in 2011 and two years later Patrick then 33 was killed in a road traffic accident. The O'Connor's lives have been shattered not once but twice and unbelievably someone wants to break their hearts once more. Their sons grave was desecrated recently - is their no end to mankind's depravity?
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When fifteen months old back in 2013 Alice Turner was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma. A long road lay ahead but thanks to family, friends and the wider community "A Chance for Alice" was launched raising hundreds of thousands of euro to send the little girl to America for specialist treatment. Today Alice no longer needs to go to the United States and her future care will now take place in Ireland. Alice and Mum Lyndsey popped in for a chat with Gerry on Late Lunch...
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Gavin Duffy has the banter with award-winning chef Catherine Fulvio on her new series.
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Our own Eddie Caffrey was presented with a Special Award at last evening's LMFM Country Show marking 40 years of the Greenscene on radio! Eddie popped in for a chat with Gerry Kelly on Late Lunch to reflect on four decades of his benchmark Saturday morning show..
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It's her First Book and what a debut it is! Caelinn Hogan joined Gerry on Late Lunch to talk about a very dark aspect of Irish society that continues to impact on so many people today. Yes "Republic of Shame" reveals the ongoing pain for those who spent time in Mother & Baby Homes, Magdalene Laundries and Industrial Schools.
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Struggling with life? Seeking Inspiration? Have a listen to Sharon Dohertys Story - you'll be uplifted - promise!
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Late Lunch Presenter Gerry Kelly sat with Vincent Hoey in the Spring of 2019 to reflect on his life and times - some man - what a story....
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Margaret Madden brings us her Book of the Month, another Cracker and a Classic pick......
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